Dr. Elizabeth Hughes is a Stanford-trained physician with more than 25 years of clinical
experience, , a certified yoga instructor, and an advanced PSYCH-K facilitator. For most of her career she believed that conventional medicine was the only effective method of treating illness and injury. Her perspective was radically changed after a patient was cured of a chronic, “incurable” condition with a simple change in belief.

In this episode of the Awake and Thriving Podcast, Dr. Elizabeth shares how she helps her patients change their beliefs towards their health and transform their bodies. She talks about how stress affects different body organs in different people but is usually first noticed by patient when skin issues develop. 

Listen in to learn how you can align your emotions with your thoughts to be at the best of your health. You will also hear about all the resources that Dr. Elizabeth utilized when bridging from conventional medicine and how you can too. 

“If we’re going to make people truly well, we need to embrace something different to eliminate those conditions rather than manage them.”- Elizabeth Hughes [33:32]

What you will learn:

·         [0:31] Intro

·         [1:13] Dr. Elizabeth narrates the story of the nonhealing wound of her patient and how that changed her view on medicine.  

·         [6:48] How your thoughts affect the functioning of your body and health in general. 

·         [9:28] How cortisol levels affect the immune system and how it might be caused by fear.

·         [14:03] She describes the process she takes her patients through in their first visit which includes the beliefs about their health. 

·         [19:09] She explains the energy modality of PSYCH-K which is the method of belief changing and her first-hand experience with it.

·         [23:38] How stress affects our entire body but is most commonly seen on the skin.

·         [24:48] The different organ ‘alarm systems’ of how stress affects different people and how to use pain as a signal. 

·         [27:56] She talks about the resources that helped her in bridging from conventional medicine to how thoughts affect people’s health.

·         [31:27] How her colleagues react to her way of treating patients. How she believes doctors should be different.

·         [37:33] Learning how to align your emotions and feelings with your thoughts to be healthy. 

·         [41:06] Why she believes wellness means that you believe you’re healthy to your very core. 

Get in Touch with Dr. Hughes on:

Business Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/elizabethhughesmd

Personal Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ecwhughes

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnT6lCRsSK6ClHaVH05Iq7w

Free guide: Outside-the-Box Self-Healing Secrets -- available on her website

Books Mentioned: 

·         Mind Over Medicine by Lissa Rankin, MD

·         The Biology of Belief by Bruce Liption, PhD

·         The Molecules of Emotion by Candace Pert, PhD

·         Your Survival Instinct is Killing You by Marc Schoen, PhD

·         When th

Amber Fokken is the creator of ADO fitness, ADO band, Protea,  a certified personal trainer, and the author of Hippie Eats. She is passionate about leading an authentically healthy lifestyle after experiencing extreme nutrition and fitness advice early on in her career.

In this episode of the Awake and Thriving Podcast, Andria speaks to Amber as she shares about her passion for helping people heal from fitness extremes. She also shares her journey from a extreme bodybuilder to a holistic fitness trainer and how that changed her perspective on fitness for the better.

Listen in to learn the importance of undertaking in-depth research before committing to any diet no matter how healthy it is deemed. You will also learn how to heal internally with what you eat.

“I try to offer this better way because I want most girls who are vulnerable, who are just getting into the fitness journey to not fall into the hands of a coach that gives them years of trouble because of what they did.”- Amber Fokken [4:47] 

What you will learn:

·       [0:31] Intro

·       [1:41] She talks about her social media authenticity journey.

·       [3:07] Why she decided to share about reverse dieting when following a fitness journey or competition. 

·       [5:51] How she learned to heal herself from fitness extremes and became passionate about helping others heal too.

·       [7:09] She explains in detail why she doesn’t identify as either a vegan or vegetarian and believes that people shouldn’t put restraints in their diets.

·       [9:32] Why you should conduct due research before embarking on any type of diet including the healthy plant-based diet. 

·       [11:02] Why she believes that plant-based diet is becoming more popular together with ethical protein consumption.

·       [13:28] She explains the resources she utilized to educate herself on better health and fitness methods.

·       [17:02] How she allowed her body to heal especially after her pregnancy which was of great help on her journey.

·       [21:04] How her fitness idol inspired her to not only be physically healthy but take control of her life.

·       [26:31] Why a mental compliment over a physical compliment was the best she ever received.

·       [29:01] Understanding that internal health is from what you put in your mouth- think of the importance of micro nutrients in your body.

Relevant Links:

Website: https://ado-fitness.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mishkadawn/?hl=en

Surprise doggie guests Luna & Alpha Fokken w/ Kobe Robertson.

Julie E. , MPH, RD is a holistic health expert, registered dietitian, and functional medicine practitioner with 30+ years of experience. She has a passion for helping people improve their health with her infinite tool chest of natural remedies. Her international practice includes parents, kids, pets, and celebrity athletes. 

In this episode of the Awake and Thriving Podcast, Andria speaks with Julie about the importance of nutrition in your body. She talks about the benefits of supplements in a diet plus all the hidden facts that you need to know before purchasing any supplements from the market.

Listen in to learn about the anti-aging process that Julie takes her clients through and your contribution that makes it successful. You will also learn about body stress and trauma that prevents it from healing.

“A lot of people are 50 or 60 years old and have never cleansed their organs akin to giving themselves an oil change. The more times you do that, you run better and you can handle more pollution, more smog, more food dye, and more food pollution if they’re in your food.”- Julie E [17:33]

What you will learn:

·         [0:30] Intro

·         [1:34] She explains the importance of taking a diet that works for your body while still taking the healthiest diet in general across the board.

·         [6:46] How supplements are designed to supplement your diet with nutrients that you might be missing in your food.

·         [8:36] The problems with supplements brands- the scamming that is going on in that industry that you need to be cautious about.

·         [13:16] Julie mentions some of the clean supplements brands and how she uses the QRA to determine if products are good or bad.

·         [16:33] How to anti-age your body by keeping your main detox organs optimized at all times and what Julie uses in her anti-aging treatment.

·         [19:36] Why you need to keep in mind that healing and anti-aging is a process and not a one-day event. 

·         [22:51] The systemic positive changes that your body will experience when you treat one part. 

·         [26:02] She explains in detail the unseen body trauma that prevents healing. 

·         [29:17] The stress that your electronic devices cause to your body.

·         [32:44] She mentions where to get the EMS stickers to put on your device to protect you from radiation and body stress. 

Relevant Links:

Website: https://www.julieehealth.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julieehealth/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JulieEHealthandWellness/

Nicole Matthiesen is a Wellness and Ayurvedic Health Counselor. She previously owned a litigation practice where she began experiencing serious health issues. Learn today how she experienced dramatic health changes with Ayurvedic Medicine.

In this episode of the Awake and Thriving Podcast, Andria sits with Nicole as she narrates her story from law to Ayurvedic health. She shares the dramatic changes she witnessed in her life after incorporating elevated medicine. 

Listen in to learn the benefits of lifestyle changes that come with Ayurvedic medicine. You will also learn the personalized process of treatment that distinguishes Ayurvedic medicine from western medicine.

“When we’re in balance we have more access to ourselves and when we have more access to ourselves, we can realize more of our own potential.”- Nicole Matheson [32:33]

What you will learn:

·       [0:06] Intro 

·       [0:39] She shares her IBS diagnoses story, discovering Ayurvedic medicine, and how it completely changed her life.

·       [4:44] The difference between an Ayurvedic practitioner and an Ayurvedic counselor. 

·       [5:57] Learning to lead a healthy lifestyle that contains healthy eating and a proper mental routine. 

·       [7:31] She explains the holistic process of the Ayurvedic treatment approach.

·       [10:44] How Ayurvedic medicine approaches each patient differently by understanding their constitution of the three doshas elements. 

·       [13:28] The time it takes to completely heal from Ayurvedic medicine. 

·       [14:59] Why she believes that sleeping late is a conditioned belief that can be unlearned. 

·       [16:52] The history of Ayurvedic medicine and its advantages over western medicine.

·       [19:23] The contribution of your environment in your healing process. 

·       [22:23] The three types of doshas, their constitution, and the role of each in the body. 

·       [26:26] The importance of trusting your Ayurvedic practitioners. 

·       [29:27] How to be open-minded to rules and guidelines of Ayurvedic medicine.

·       [30:45] How Nicole has learned to be the best version of herself in order to help others.

·       [31:40] How to be in balance and in value to be in access to all of yourself. 

IG: @nmyogawellness

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolematthiesen/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/nmyoga

https://nmyogawellness.com/ 

https://nmyogawellness.com/thriveandshinecourse/

Meet Dr. Craig Mortensen, a functional medicine doctor operating out of Orange county. He graduated from Southern California University of health sciences. He is certified from the Institute of functional medicine and functional medicine university and also has certification as a QME, an EMT, and an NRCME.

In this episode of the Awake and Thriving Podcast, Andria speaks to Dr. Mortensen as he shares how an injury came as a blessing in disguise that finally pushed him to pursue functional medicine. He explains what sets functional medicine apart from naturopathic medicine and the process of treatment he uses with his patients.

Listen in to learn what functional medicine really means and if it’s a method of treatment you would consider for yourself.

"Health is a state of complete physical and social well being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity."

What you will learn:

• [0:31] Intro
• [1:21] He explains the difference between the natural path medicine and functional medicine and how you should look for the distinction between the two. 
• [3:23] How a shoulder injury and disability, led him to transition from just a chiropractic to a functional medicine doctor.
• [4:31] How functional medicine was used to treat his shoulder injury from the mental aspect of things.
• [6:14] He explains the process that a patient goes through during their first visit and how long the whole treatment takes.
• [10:23] How long has functional medicine been around?
• [11:09] How other branches of alternative medicine are working together with functional medicine.
• [12:13] Dr. Mortensen explains how different visits look like for a patient.
• [13:21] How he personalizes a diet plan to every patient and incorporates probiotics where necessary.
• [15:35] The misconception of immediate gratification. Why you need to be persistent and consistent when using functional medicine. 
• [17:32] He talks about other aspects of the health sector that he’s looking into. 
• [18:16] What does brain health mean from the functional medicine aspect?
• [21:04] The obstacles that exist in the functional medicine sector.
• [22:29] He describes what wellness looks to him and how the adrenal fatigue relates to stress. 
• [24:02] The different types of stress and how your body reacts to it in the same way as emotional stress.
• [29:04] What type of patients should go see him as a functional medicine doctor?
• [30:57] What to look for in a functional doctor and what the price ranges to expect. 
• [32:38] He explains the approach administer with supplements. The importance of Vitamin D testing.
• [34:48] He talks about the software program that he and his brother are creating to lessen the burden of the initial lengthy process a patient takes before treatment and the costs that come with it.
Relevant Links:
https://www.functionalmedicinecalculator.com/
http://bestocchiropractor.com/About_Dr._Craig_Mortensen.html
Favorite Books:
• The Second Brain
• The End of Alzheimer’s 
 

Meet Dr. Brendan Armm, a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist, Chinese Medicine Herbalist and Diplomate in Oriental Medicine. He has a Doctorate in Orthopedics, Pain Management, and Integrative Medicine Primary Care. He is also the Founder and Director of Lotus Integrative Medicine in Santa Monica, and a Professor at Emperor's College of Traditional Oriental Medicine in both their Masters Degree and Doctoral Degree Programs.

In this episode of the Awake and Thriving Podcast, Andria speaks with Dr. Armm on his journey from a firm western medicine believer to a practicing acupuncturist and Chinese medicine herbalist. He shares the process of diagnosis he uses to find a personalized method of treatment for each of his patients.

Listen in to learn the difference between Western and Chinese medicine, where they’re both rich and both lacking.

“It’s best to dig your well before you're thirsty”

What you will learn:

·       [0:33] Intro

·       [2:06] He talks about his education and his interest in acupuncture and integrative medicine.

·       [8:06] He explains the difference between western medicine and Chinese herbal medicine.

·       [13:13] He explains the process he uses to start with a first-time patient.

·       [21:30] How they use tongue fur/ coating for diagnosis as part of Chinese medicine.

·       [26:31] Why you should not be afraid of the needles used in acupuncture- the points vs needles.  

·       [30:45] The advantages and disadvantages of both western and Chinese medicine and how they can work together when integrated.

·       [35:58] How to find a local acupuncturist even in the era of telemedicine.

·       [37:35] The importance of meditation and the healing of nature as part of your general health.

·       [40:53] He explains how he uses sound and aromatherapy personally and to incorporate it into his method of treatment.

·       [43:06] Why it is easier to have a health partner to help support your journey. 

Relevant Links:

Website: https://www.lotussm.com/provider/brendan-armm-daom-lac-dipl-om

IG: @lotuseastwest

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/brendanarmm

FB: https://www.facebook.com/lotussm/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/lotusew

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/lotusew/pins/

Dr. Brendan Armm's Online Supplement Store: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/drarmm

Dr. Brendan Armm's BackInBand for Lower Back Pain: http://www.backinband.com

Where to find acupuncturists near you: https://www.acufinder.com/

Meet Dr. Lisel Lewis, a doctor of chiropractic and an experienced birth doula of over 20 natural births. She found a love for chiropractic when it was used on her to heal her tennis injury pains that occurred from competitive tennis playing. She describes chiropractic as a way she gets adjusted regularly to keep her happy and healthy in a natural way. 

In this episode of the Awake and Thriving Podcast, Andria speaks with Dr. Lewis as she talks about the importance of chiro care while pregnant. She also shares the role she plays as both a doula and chiropractic to adjust pregnant women through the necessary phases and help with safe natural births.

Listen in to understand the role and importance of a chiropractor for your overall health.

What you will learn:

·         [0:30] Intro

·         [1:01] She explains how she first got interested in chiropractic and being a doula and fell in love with it.

·         [3:51] The process of the pelvis expansion that happens during pregnancy which may or may not come back to normal after birth.

·         [4:48] The importance of chiro care while pregnant. And the difference between a pregnancy and non-pregnancy adjustments.

·         [7:04] Dr. Lewis describes the three-phase adjustment process she uses on pregnant women- the scar tissue phase, the posture phase, and the strengthening phase. 

·         [9:00] What to expect on your first visit with the chiropractor.

·         [11:35] Why you need to know and try other alternatives to prescription medicine. 

·         [13:00] She names the fields of medicine that work together with chiropractic.

·         [14:42] Things that people misunderstand about the chiropractic profession.

·         [16:36] How are wellness professionals going to incorporate what they do to show patients the need for all of them as a team?

·         [20:41] How the cold laser therapy stimulates the mitochondria to regrow damaged tissue like removing pain from varicose veins.  

·         [24:37] The importance of asking your chiropractor why they’re doing certain adjustments on you. 

·         [28:14] She defines what wellness means to her and how to achieve it. 

Relevant Links:

Website: https://www.thelachiropractor.com/contents/provider/dr-lisel-lewis

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisel-lewis-a632b3191/

IG: @dr_lisel_weapon

Meet Jeremy Stillman, a certified hypnotist, and integrated life coach. He is certified by the National Guild of Hypnotists and the International Association of Counselors and Therapists. He was also voted the best life coach in L.A. by enterprise.com and best of yelp for a 5-star rating. 

In this episode of the Awake and Thriving Podcast, Andria sits with Jeremy as he shares how he first got seriously interested in hypnotherapy. He also shares how he approaches the process of hypnosis with his clients to ensure they get the best results.

Listen to hear hypnotherapy demystified and whether you need it or not.  

What you will learn:

·       [0:30] Intro

·       [1:30] He speaks of a powerful encounter with a London-based hypnotist who helped him address deep underlying pain in one session and how that changed him. 

·       [4:10] How long his hypnosis sessions last and how he conducts them online. 

·       [5:29] He explains how he approaches the process of hypnotherapy with his clients.

·       [10:17] He describes his typical clientele- the people that seek his services.

·       [11:18] Why other people are harder to hypnotize than others.

·       [12:57] He explains how he handles the physical pain as opposed to psychological pain.

·       [14:04] How he integrates many disciplines including NLP and hypnotherapy.

·       [15:50] How to separate your feelings from politics and the division they bring with them.

·       [17:40] How to reevaluate yourself when you’re feeling stagnant in life or a job.

·       [18:42] How he deals with clients by placing them in the trance-like state during hypnosis sessions. A state of heightened awareness that focuses on the mind while relaxing the body. 

·       [22:55] Why you need to get out there and let people know what you do.

·       [24:18] He explains why it is hard to quantify hypnotherapy and separate the more effective treatments from the less effective ones when it comes to western medicine integration.

·       [26:39] He explains why he is motivated by helping people understand themselves better.

·       [28:00] How many sessions do a client need?

·       [30:00] How not to get caught up in just learning but instead implement on what you learn. 

Relevant Links:

Website: https://jeremystillman.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JeremyStillmanHypnosis/

IG: @jeremystillman

The Awake and Thriving Podcast- Western Medicine and Holistic Health Care.

In this premiere episode of The Awake and Thriving Podcast, get to know your host Andria Ryder and the purpose of this podcast. 

What you will learn:

·         Who is Andria Ryder?

·         How being in western medicine, neurosurgery, and organ donation opened her eyes to society’s sciolism about Holistic Medicine.

·         How people are uneducated about holistic medicine. 

·         What is the purpose of this podcast?

·         Some of the questions that’ll be answered by industry experts who will be featured in this podcast.

·         The importance of western medicine and holistic wellness integration.

awakeandthriving.com
@andriaryder