As a mom of three boys, one of the questions I think about most is: how do we raise healthy, resilient kids in a world that feels increasingly complicated?

In this special compilation episode, I’m revisiting some of my favorite conversations about parenting, emotional health, food, independence, and resilience. These discussions have shaped the way I approach motherhood and have given me practical tools that I come back to again and again.

You’ll hear from Dr. Lauren Hartman on helping kids develop a healthy relationship with food and their bodies, Devon Kuntzman on understanding toddler behavior and responding with connection instead of reaction, Lenore Skenazy on why independence is one of the greatest gifts we can give our children, and Nicole Runyon on setting boundaries that foster confidence, resilience, and emotional strength.

No matter what stage of parenting you're in, I hope these conversations remind you that raising healthy kids isn't about perfection, it's about showing up with consistency, presence, and trust.

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Topics Discussed:

→ How can parents reduce childhood anxiety?

→ What are signs of resilient children?

→ How do you avoid parenting power struggles?

→ How do kids develop healthy self-esteem?

→ What creates emotional resilience in children?

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Timestamps: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:23 - Dr. Lauren Hartmen: Eating Disorder Warning Signs 

→ 00:05:05 - The Physical Signs 

→ 00:06:55 - Talking to your child

→ 00:10:01 - Eating Disorder Education  

→ 00:14:22 - No One’s To Blame

→ 00:17:26 - Personal Backstory

→ 00:22:01 - Finding The Balance + Rabbit Study 

→ 00:26:37 - Devon Kuntzman: Toddler Brain 101 

→ 00:31:54 - Teaching Emotional Regulation 

→ 00:37:17 - Knowing The Plan 

→ 00:40:48 - Tantrums vs Meltdowns

→ 00:43:34 - Handling Tantrums 

→ 00:47:21 - Setting Boundaries 

→ 00:49:06 - Lenore Skenazy: Why I Let My 9-Year-Old Ride The Train Alone

→ 00:52:48 - Helicopter Parenting Fears

→ 00:58:52 - Stop “Worst Case” Thinking

→ 01:04:28 - Nicole Runyon: Middle School Mental Health

→ 01:08:12 - Building Independence

→ 01:10:59 - Development Milestones

→ 01:14:34 - Cultivating Bravery 

→ 01:17:30 - Teen Driving Tips

→ 01:20:21 - Holding Kids’ Boundaries

Further Listening: 

→ Teen Eating Disorders, Early Signs, + How Parents Can Help | Dr. Lauren Hartman

→ Toddler Tantrums, Boundaries + Raising Emotionally Safe Kids | Devon Kuntzman

→ Why Kids Are More Anxious Today and How to Fix It | Lenore Skenazy

→ How to Raise Resilient Kids in a Tech Obsessed World | Nicole Runyon

Check Out Dr. Lauren:

→ Freeing Children and Young Adults From Shame, Skills, and Stigma (book)

→ Website

→ Instagram

Check Out Devin: 

→ Instagram

→ Website

→ Transforming Toddlerhood (Book) 

Check Out Lenore:

→ Let Grow Kids 

→ Website

→ X ( Twitter)

→ Instagram

→ YouTube

→ Free Range Kids (Book)

Check Out Nicole:

→ Website

→ Free To Fly (Book)

→ Instagram

Check Out Kelly:

→ Instagram

→ Youtube

→ Facebook

This special Mental Health Compilation brings together highlights from conversations with Joe Hudson, Maggie Nick, Gabby Reece, and Dr. Nicole LePera. Through these powerful discussions, we explore emotional regulation, resilience, nervous system health, reparenting the inner child, and the patterns that shape our relationships, behaviors, and sense of self.

We discuss practical tools for managing stress and overwhelm, breaking generational cycles, building emotional awareness, and creating healthier habits that support long-term mental well-being. Whether you're looking to better understand yourself or navigate life's challenges with more confidence and clarity, this episode offers some of the most impactful mental health insights we've shared on the podcast.

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Topics Discussed:

→ Emotional regulation and nervous system health

→ Why we suppress emotions and how it impacts our well-being

→ Breaking generational patterns and cycles

→ The "good kid" mindset, perfectionism, and people-pleasing

→ Parenting, shame, and emotional resilience

→ Reparenting your inner child

→ How childhood experiences shape adult relationships

→ Building self-awareness and emotional intelligence

→ Vulnerability, resilience, and personal growth

→ Managing stress, overwhelm, and emotional triggers

→ Identity, achievement, and self-worth

→ Healing old wounds and creating lasting change

Sponsored By: 

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Timestamps: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:38 - Joe Hudson: Why We Suppress Emotions

→ 00:06:12 - Anger, Stress & Emotional Expression

→ 00:12:08 - Emotional Health, Relationships + Connection

→ 00:18:45 - Parenting, Vulnerability & Nervous System Regulation

→ 00:20:23 - Maggie Nick: The "Good Kid" Identity

→ 00:30:48 - Perfectionism, People-Pleasing + Shame

→ 00:35:02 - Breaking Generational Patterns

→ 00:39:14 - Why Children Internalize Criticism

→ 00:42:24 - Gabrielle Reece: Resilience, Adversity + Growth

→ 00:47:18 - Identity Beyond Achievement

→ 00:52:04 - Hypervigilance, Childhood Experiences + Relationships

→ 00:56:42 - Success, Balance + Life Priorities

→ 01:00:26 - Dr. Nicole LePera: Reparenting The Inner Child

→ 01:04:18 - Childhood Conditioning & Survival Patterns

→ 01:08:12 - People-Pleasing, Attachment + Emotional Triggers

→ 01:12:35 - Healing Old Wounds & Creating Lasting Change

→ 01:16:28 - Final Thoughts
Further Listening: 

→ Repressed Emotions, Anxiety + Why Self-Improvement Doesn’t Exist | Joe Hudson

→ Stop Hustling for Worth, Heal People-Pleasing, + Feel Enough | Maggie Nick

→ Gabby Reece on Wellness, Marriage, Motherhood & Mental Strength

→ Reparenting Your Inner Child, Self-Abandonment + Nervous System Healing | Dr. Nicole LePera

Check Out:

Joe Hudson: 

→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joehudson_aoa?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

→ http://artofaccomplishment.com

Maggie Nick: 

→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maggiewithperspectacles/reels/

→ TikTok: 

→ New Book: 

Gabby Rece: 

→ https://gabriellereece.com/

→ Instagram

Dr. Nicole LePera

→ Website: https://theholisticpsychologist.com/

→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.holistic.psychologist

→ New Book: https://theholisticpsychologist.com/books/reparenting-the-inner-child/

Dr. Nicole LePera

→ Website: https://theholisticpsychologist.com/

→ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.holistic.psychologist

→ New Book: Reparenting The Inner Child

Check Out Kelly:

→ Instagram

→ Youtube

→ Facebook

This special Creatine Compilation brings together expert insights from Rachel DeVaux, Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan, and Andrew Koutnik on one of the most researched supplements in health and fitness. Through highlights from these conversations, we explore how creatine supports muscle growth, recovery, brain health, metabolic health, performance, and healthy aging.

We also discuss dosing, common misconceptions, who can benefit most from creatine supplementation, and why it's becoming an increasingly important tool for women, athletes, and anyone looking to optimize their long-term health.

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Topics Discussed:

→ Why is creatine one of the most researched supplements available?

→ How does creatine support muscle, strength, and recovery?

→ What role does creatine play in brain health and cognition?

→ Why are more women being encouraged to take creatine?

→ How much creatine do you actually need?

→ Is creatine safe for long-term use?

→ Can creatine support metabolic health and healthy aging?

→ What are the biggest misconceptions about creatine?

→ How can creatine fit into a whole-foods lifestyle?

→ Who stands to benefit most from creatine supplementation?

Sponsored By: 

→ Function | Check your health the way I do. Function provides 160+ lab tests for $1/day and member pricing on MRI and CT scans. Join at https://functionhealth.com/bewellbykelly and use code BEWELL25 for a $25 credit.

→ Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.

→ LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/Kelly. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend.

→ Hiya | Get 50% off your first order at https://hiyahealth.com/KELLY

→ Minnow | Shop minnow's new apré-ski capsule collection at https://shopminnow.com and enter code MEETMINNOW15 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order.

Timestamps: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:15 - Rachel DeVaux: Why Creatine Is More Than A Muscle Supplement

→ 00:05:20 - Creatine For Strength, Recovery + Performance

→ 00:09:18 - The Benefits Of Creatine For Women

→ 00:15:58 - Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan: How Creatine Supports Brain Health

→ 00:20:32 - Creatine, Aging + Longevity

→ 00:29:08 - How Much Creatine Do You Actually Need?

→ 00:34:15 - Common Creatine Myths Explained

→ 00:42:35 - Creatine, Cognition + Alzheimer's Research

→ 00:47:52 - Creatine For Perimenopause + Women's Health

→ 00:52:40 - Is Creatine Safe For Long-Term Use?

→ 00:59:05 - Andrew Koutnik: Who Benefits Most From Creatine Supplementation?

→ 01:01:19 - Best Practices For Taking Creatine

→ 01:06:10 - Creatine, Mood + Mental Health

→ 01:10:49 - Choosing A High-Quality Creatine Supplement

→ 01:13:47 - Creatine, Metabolic Health + Performance

→ 01:19:03 - Metabolic Flexibility + Ketosis

→ 01:22:42 - Final Thoughts

Further Listening: 

→ Building Muscle, Protecting Metabolism, + Simplifying Dinner | Rachael DeVaux

→ The Truth About Creatine for Women: Strength, Hormones, + Brain Health | Abbie Smith

→ Why You’re Stuck: Hunger, Hormones + Metabolic Fixes | Dr. Andrew Koutnik

Check Out:

→ Abbie Smith Ryan 

→ Website 

→ Rachel DeVaux  

→ Website 

→ Andrew Koutnik 

→ Website 

Check Out Kelly:

→ Instagram

→ Youtube

→ Facebook

What if some of the most promising tools for treating depression, PTSD, and trauma have been misunderstood for decades?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Keith Kurlander and Dr. Will Van Derveer, co-founders of the Integrative Psychiatry Institute and authors of Psychedelic Therapy, to unpack the science, risks, and potential of psychedelic-assisted therapy. We discuss MDMA, psilocybin, ketamine, trauma, healing, and why these treatments are gaining so much attention in modern mental healthcare. 

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Topics Discussed:

→ What is psychedelic-assisted therapy?

→ Can MDMA help treat PTSD?

→ How does ketamine therapy work?

→ Is psilocybin effective for depression?

→ What are the risks of psychedelics?

Sponsored By: 

→ Timeline | Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now more accessible. Mitopure starts at $99, and listeners can get 20% off at: https://timeline.com/KELLY

→ Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.

→ Fatty 15 | Fatty15 is on a mission to replenish your C15 levels and restore your long-term health. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/KELLY15 and using code KELLY15 at checkout.

Timestamps: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction 

→ 00:04:25 - From Traditional Psychiatry To Psychedelic Medicine

→ 00:06:20 - Root Causes Of Mental Health Conditions

→ 00:07:20 - MDMA Therapy For PTSD

→ 00:10:20 - Keith's Personal Psilocybin Experience

→ 00:15:40 - Why Psychedelic Experiences Can Feel Scary

→ 00:19:00 - Kelly's Personal Trauma Healing Story

→ 00:24:00 - MDMA, Ketamine & Psilocybin Explained

→ 00:25:40 - Ketamine Therapy For Depression

→ 00:27:00 - Why MDMA Works For Trauma

→ 00:31:40 - Lifestyle, Nutrition & Mental Health

→ 00:34:30 - Who Is A Good Candidate For Psychedelic Therapy?

→ 00:39:30 - What Trauma Actually Is

→ 00:42:10 - How Psychedelics Help Process Trauma

→ 00:47:50 - The Latest Psychedelic Research

→ 00:49:50 - Ibogaine, Addiction & Brain Injury Recovery

→ 00:51:10 - Mystical Experiences & Healing

→ 00:55:20 - Psychedelics For Personal Growth

→ 01:00:30 - Hallucinations, Memory & Reality

→ 01:04:40 - Risks, Integration & Challenging Experiences

→ 01:09:20 - Finding A Qualified Psychedelic Therapist

→ 01:12:30 - Psychedelics vs Antidepressants

→ 01:14:50 - Why DIY Psychedelics Can Be Dangerous

→ 01:18:30 - Final Thoughts

Further Listening: 

→ Why Achievement Never Feels Like Enough | Bill Burnett + Dave Evans

Check Out:

→ Keith Kurlander | https://www.instagram.com/keithkurlander.ma/

→ Will Van Derveer | https://www.instagram.com/will.vanderveer.md/

Check Out Kelly:

→ ⁠Instagram⁠

→ ⁠Youtube⁠

→ ⁠Facebook

What if the reason so many of us feel exhausted, disconnected, and unfulfilled isn’t because we’re failing… but because we’ve been taught to live in the wrong mindset entirely? In this conversation, I sat down with Stanford professors and Designing Your Life authors Bill Burnett and Dave Evans to unpack why modern life keeps us trapped in the “transactional world” and how to reconnect with meaning, presence, flow, and joy. We talk about burnout, motherhood, social media, AI anxiety, loneliness, relationships, and the simple mindset shifts that can completely change the way you experience your life.

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Topics Discussed:

→ Why do successful people feel empty?

→ How do you enter a flow state?

→ What creates meaning in everyday life?

→ Why are people more lonely today?

→ How do you stop living reactively?

Sponsored By: 

→ Function | Check your health the way I do — 160+ lab tests a year for $365, plus the ability to dive deeper into your results with Function's

trusted connections to platforms like ChatGPT and Claude. Join at https://functionhealth.com/bewellbykelly and use code BEWELL25 for a $25 credit toward your membership.

→ Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.

→ Timeline | Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now more accessible. Mitopure starts at $99, and listeners can get 20% off at: https://timeline.com/KELLY

→ Minnow | Shop minnow's new apré-ski capsule collection at https://shopminnow.com and enter code MEETMINNOW15 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order.

→ Fatty 15 | Fatty15 is on a mission to replenish your C15 levels and restore your long-term health. You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/KELLY15 and using code KELLY15 at checkout.

→ LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT’s most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/Kelly. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend.

Timestamps: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:45 - Bill + Dave’s Origin Story 

→ 00:05:15 - The “Transactional World” Mindset

→ 00:09:59 - The Lonely Generation 

→ 00:16:44 - Designer Mindsets 

→ 00:21:13 - Practicing Presence 

→ 00:23:21 - Why Nature Changes Your Nervous System

→ 00:30:11 - The “Got To” Vs “Get To” Mindset

→ 00:35:05 - Trauma, Gratitude + Perspective Shifts

→ 00:41:32 - FOMO to JOMO

→ 00:47:25 - Building Your Personal Compass

→ 00:53:39 - How To Create A Coherent Life

→ 00:57:15 - Follow Your Arrow 

→ 00:59:10 - The Root of Suffering

→ 01:03:55 - Radical Acceptance 

→ 01:11:01 - Get More Out Of Your Life 

→ 01:15:16 - Connecting With Others  

Further Listening: 

→ Repressed Emotions, Anxiety + Why Self-Improvement Doesn’t Exist | Joe Hudson

Check Out Bill + Dave:

→ https://designingyour.life/

Check Out Kelly:

→ Instagram

→ Youtube

→ Facebook

I’m sitting down with Erin O’Brien: home cook, recipe developer, content creator, and author of the new cookbook Dig In. We talk about the recipes she makes on repeat, the kitchen staples she swears by, what it really takes to build a brand online, and how she went from working in real estate to growing a community of over a million followers. This episode is full of comforting food inspiration, easy cooking tips, and an honest conversation about creativity, burnout, and building a business doing what you love.→ Leave Us A Voice Message! 

Topics Discussed:

→ How do you make easy dinners?

→ What meals are best for families?

→ How do food creators avoid burnout?

→ What ingredients improve home cooking?

→ How do you build a food brand?

Sponsored By: 

→ OGEE | Thanks to today’s sponsor, OGEE: A higher standard for beauty. Go to https://ogee.com/BEWELL and use code BEWELL to get 15% off certified organic makeup that performs like luxury.

→ Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.

→ Timeline | Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now more accessible. Mitopure starts at $99, and listeners can get 20% off at: https://timeline.com/KELLY

→ Function | Check your health the way I do — 160+ lab tests a year for $365, plus the ability to dive deeper into your results with Function's

trusted connections to platforms like ChatGPT and Claude. Join at https://functionhealth.com/bewellbykelly and use code BEWELL25 for a $25 credit toward your membership.

→ Kosterina | You can shop all my favorites at https://www.kosterina.com/bewell and use code KELLY for 15% off your first order.

→ Hiya | Get 50% off your first order at https://hiyahealth.com/KELLY

Timestamps: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:03:03 - Erin’s Family History 

→ 00:06:43 - Measuring + Recipe Creation 

→ 00:09:01 - Inspiring Food 

→ 00:13:24 - Easy Meal Planning 

→ 00:16:05 - Quick Family Dinners 

→ 00:19:09 - Hands Off Dishes  

→ 00:21:13 - Planning Dinner 

→ 00:25:39 - Content Creation 

→ 00:29:31 - Day In The Life 

→ 00:32:36 - Staying Connected To Your Audience 

→ 00:39:07 - Staying Inspired 

→ 00:45:43 - Underrated Ingredients + Techniques 

→ 00:50:41 - What I Eat In A Day 

→ 00:53:05 - Recipe Nonnegetiables 

Further Listening: 

→ Giada’s Wellness Rules You Need to Know | Giada De Laurentiis

Check Out Erin:

→ DIG IN (Book)

→ Instagram 

→ Website

Check Out Kelly:

→ Instagram

→ Youtube

→ Facebook

Toddlerhood doesn’t have to feel like survival mode. In this episode, I sit down with Devon Kuntzman to break down what’s really going on in your toddler’s brain and why so many common parenting approaches backfire.

We get into tantrums vs. meltdowns, emotional regulation, and how to hold boundaries without constant power struggles. Devon shares practical tools to handle defiance, reduce stress, and build a calmer, more connected home.

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Topics Discussed:

→ Why do toddlers have tantrums

→ How to handle toddler defiance calmly

→ What is toddler emotional regulation

→ Tantrums vs meltdowns what’s different

→ How diet affects toddler behavior

Sponsored By: 

→ Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.

→ Hiya | Get 50% off your first order at https://hiyahealth.com/KELLY

Timestamps: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:43 - Devon’s “Why”

→ 00:04:45 - Toddler Brain 101 

→ 00:08:36 - Teaching Emotional Regulation 

→ 00:15:03 - Knowing The Plan 

→ 00:18:59 - Tantrums vs Meltdowns 

→ 00:22:01 - Disrupting Our Stress Response 

→ 00:25:40 - Maintaining Boundaries 

→ 00:28:21 - Handling Defiance 

→ 00:31:55 - Consistency vs Perfection 

→ 00:34:35 - The Recalibration Period 

→ 00:38:56 - The Core Principles 

→ 00:45:01 - Bedtime For Different Ages 

→ 00:51:12 - Whining 

→ 00:57:42 - Sleep + Nutrition 

→ 01:01:30 - High Sugar Breakfasts 

→ 01:04:19 - You Can Do Hard Things 

Further Listening: 

→ The Secret to Raising Resilient, Emotionally Healthy Children | Dr. Billy Garvey 

Check Out Devon: 

→ IG: @transformingtoddlerhood

→ Website: https://www.transformingtoddlerhood.com/ 

→ Book: Transforming Toddlerhood

Check Out Kelly:

→ Instagram

→ Youtube

→ Facebook

Microplastics are now being found in the brain, blood, placenta, and beyond, and scientists are still uncovering what that means for your health.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Leo to break down the latest research on microplastics, PFAS, and endocrine-disrupting chemicals, how they impact metabolism, hormones, and long-term disease risk, and what actually works when it comes to reducing exposure.

They cut through the fear and focus on practical, accessible steps you can take right now, from your kitchen to your daily habits, without overwhelm.

If you’ve ever wondered how plastics affect your body, your weight, or your kids’ health, this is the conversation you need to hear.

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Topics Discussed:

→ Are microplastics harmful to humans

→ How do plastics affect hormones

→ Can microplastics cause weight gain

→ How to reduce plastic exposure daily

→ What are PFAS health effects

Sponsored By: 

→ Function | Check your health the way I do! 160+ lab tests a year for $365, plus the ability to dive deeper into your results through Function's connections to platforms you already use, like ChatGPT and Claude. Join at https://functionhealth.com/bewellbykelly and use code BEWELL25 for a $25 credit.

→ Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.

→ Timeline | Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $99, with the exact same science and formula. And my listeners can still get 20% off when you go to https://timeline.com/kelly

→ Kosterina | You can shop all my favorites at https://www.kosterina.com/bewell and use code KELLY for 15% off your first order.

Timestamps: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:52 - Micro + Nano Plastic Updates

→ 00:05:15 - Environmental Toxins 

→ 00:07:40 - Blood Testing + Action Items 

→ 00:10:31 - Lowering Microplastic Exposure 

→ 00:17:34 - Chemical Impacts 

→ 00:23:06 - Forever Chemicals 

→ 00:29:37 - PFAS + Greenwashing 

→ 00:32:53 - Policy Change 

→ 00:37:59 - Phallates Cause Death? 

→ 00:41:38 - Global Impact 

→ 00:44:19 - Educating The Public 

→ 00:45:44 - Low Income Families 

→ 00:49:41 - The Chemical Industry 

→ 00:53:04 - Plastic Alternatives 

→ 00:56:25 - Stay Up To Date 

→ 01:01:53 - Microplastics In Clothing 

→ 01:04:12 - Detox Nonnegotiables 

Further Listening: 

→ How to Protect Your Endocrine System from Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals - with Dr. Leonardo Trasande, author of “Sicker, Fatter, Poorer”

Resources: 

→ Food Packaging Forum

→ Plastic Pollution Coalition

→ Endocrine Society

→ Environmental Working Group (Skin Deep database)

→ Think Dirty app

→ Clearya (browser extension for product safety)

Check Out Dr Leonardo:

→ https://www.leotrasande.com/

→ Sicker Fatter Poorer (Book) 

Check Out Kelly:

→ Instagram

→ Youtube

→ Facebook

Why do you overreact, shut down, or put everyone else first, even when you know it’s hurting you?

In this episode, Nicole LePera, breaks down how your “inner child” shapes your behaviors, from people-pleasing to perfectionism to emotional flooding, and how self-abandonment quietly shows up in your daily life.

We also cover why these patterns aren’t flaws, they’re adaptations, and how to actually change them through nervous system regulation, awareness, and small, intentional shifts.

If you’ve ever felt stuck repeating the same cycles in relationships, this will change how you understand yourself and what healing really looks like.

→ Leave Us A Voice Message! 

Topics Discussed:

→ Why do I self-abandon in relationships?

→ What is inner child healing and how does it work?

→ Why do I overreact or shut down emotionally?

→ How can I regulate my nervous system in real time?

→ How do I stop people-pleasing and set boundaries?

Sponsored By: 

→ OGEE | Thanks to today’s sponsor, OGEE: A higher standard for beauty. Go to https://OGEE.com/BEWELL and use code BEWELL to get 15% off certified organic makeup that performs like luxury.

→ Function | Own your health for $365 a year. That’s a dollar a day. Learn more and join using my link. Visit https://www.functionhealth.com/bewellbykelly and use gift code BEWELL25 for a $25 credit toward your membership

→ Hiya | Get 50% off your first order at https://hiyahealth.com/KELLY

→ Minnow | Shop minnow's new apré-ski capsule collection at https://shopminnow.com and enter code MEETMINNOW15 at checkout to receive 15% off your first order.

→ Be Well By Kelly Protein Powder & Essentials | Get $10 off your order with PODCAST10 at https://bewellbykelly.com.

Timestamps: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:03:07 - Nicole’s Healing Journey  

→ 00:07:09 - Cry It Out Method

→ 00:14:28 - Inner Child Work 

→ 00:18:55 - Inner Children In Relationships 

→ 00:21:02 - Reparting Steps 

→ 00:27:37 - Kelly’s Experience With Therapy 

→ 00:30:35 - Emotional Flooding 

→ 00:35:41 - Handling Stress 

→ 00:37:27 - Self Abandonment 

→ 00:41:41 - Selfless Motherhood 

→ 00:43:44 - Overcorrection + Helicopter Parenting 

→ 00:47:52 - Snow Plow Parenting 

→ 00:51:43 - Negativity Bias + Boundaries 

→ 00:59:13 - Kelly’s Experience 

→ 01:01:12 - You Are Not Broken 

→ 01:05:31 - Regulation Tools  

Further Listening: 

→ Repressed Emotions, Anxiety + Why Self-Improvement Doesn’t Exist | Joe Hudson

Check Out Nicole:

→ Website: https://theholisticpsychologist.com/ 

→ Instagram: @the.holistic.psychologist

→ New Book: Reparenting The Inner Child

Check Out Kelly:

→ Instagram

→ Youtube

→ Facebook

In this episode I sat down with metabolic researcher Andrew Koutnik to break down the science of metabolic health, insulin resistance, and ketogenic diets.

We explore why most people struggle with energy crashes, cravings, and weight loss resistance, and how blood sugar regulation plays a central role in long term health. Andrew shares insights from decades of research and personal experience living with type 1 diabetes, including how the body adapts to carbohydrate reduction, what metabolic flexibility actually means, and why keto is often misunderstood.→ Leave Us A Voice Message! 

Topics Discussed:

→ What is metabolic flexibility and why does it matter?

→ How long does it take to adapt to a ketogenic diet?

→ Does keto improve insulin resistance and energy levels?

→ Why do people feel tired when starting low carb diets?

→ What is the best way to balance blood sugar naturally?

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Timestamps: 

→ 00:00:00 - Introduction

→ 00:01:37 - Diabetes + Nutrition 

→ 00:06:41 - Obesity + Insulin

→ 00:10:32 - Glucose Spikes 

→ 00:14:51- CGMs 

→ 00:15:28 - Blood Sugar Red Flags 

→ 00:19:30 - Reducing Carb Intake

→ 00:28:52 - Defining Metabolic Health

→ 00:34:00 - Meal Timing

→ 00:38:22 - Intermittent Fasting

→ 00:41:20 - Ketosis + Metabolic Flexibility 

→ 00:46:50 - Nutrition Experimentation

→ 00:50:59 - Nutrition Fundamentals

→ 00:55:50 - Food Swaps 

→ 01:01:51 - Performance Changes 

→ 01:06:27 - Sodium + Children’s Snack 

→ 01:13:24 - Children’s Sugar Intake 

→ 01:16:25 - Children’s Nutrition 

Further Listening: 

→ Why You’re Always Hungry + How to Fix It | Dr. Jason Fung

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