Breathe. Elevate. Heal. Podcast

Breathe. Elevate. Heal. Podcast

By Dr. Melissa Knight, PHD, RN, MSN, CNE, RYT (Dr. K)Alternative HealthHealth & Fitness
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Breathe. Elevate. Heal. Podcast episodes

  • 29. How to Protect Your Brain & Cognitive Health from Stress & Caregiver Burnout with Kayla Howard RN, MSN
    • Are you a women caring for a loved one with dementia and want to learn how to prevent caregiver burnout or manage stress?
    • Are you a women suffering from chronic stress in general and want to learn ways to optimize your cognitive health? 

      • If you answered yes, then tune into today's episode---

      Todays episode highlights the importance of protecting our brain and cognitive health from stress. Research claims that women are more likely to be diagnosed with dementia/Alzheimer's compared to men and are more likely to be caregivers for loved ones suffering from a cognitive health disease. Research claims that stress management may reduce health problems linked to stress which incudes cognitive problems and a higher risk of Alzheimer's and dementia.

      In this episode, Kayla talks about how stress affects the physiology of the brain and the gaps of education in the industry of cognitive health and the prevalence behind caregiver burnout and stress. She offers holistic stress management tips and mental hygiene practices that we as women and caregivers can do to prevent and manage stress during challenging times…

      48 min
    • 28. How to Live a Joyful Life & Be a Transformational Leader Without the Overwhelm with Dr. Kim Regis, RN, DNP, NEA, PNP, BCC

      On episode 28, Dr. K is joined with Dr. Regis to discuss some of the root causes of stress that we experience as women leaders and career climbers! As we value our careers and leadership roles, we often struggle to find work-life balance in the midst of overwhelm and chaos. Tune in and listen to Dr. Regis' personal story and learn how to live a joyful life & be a transformational leader without overwhelm and burnout!


      Dr. Kim Regis is the Vice President of Operations and a Chief Nurse Executive at one of the largest pediatric hospitals in the United States. She has over 20 years of experience in health care and is the head of an independent consulting and coaching firm that provides services to people seeking executive, career, and leadership coaching. Dr. Kim is also the host of an international podcast, I Been Thinkin’| Kim’s Koaching.

      In 2011, she earned her Doctorate from The Ohio State University and graduated with a Master’s in Industrial & Organizational Psychology with a focus on Coaching from Walden University in 2020. Her passion is and has always been developing people to be the best version of themselves. She is an advocate for all people at every level.

      Dr. Kim is the co-chair of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Taskforce of the American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nurses and Chapter Representative for the Ohio Organization of Nurse Leaders DEI Committee. She also serves on the Board of Easter Seals Central and Southeast Ohio.

      Guest links: kimregis.com

      48 min
    • 27. Tapping Into Energy Medicine to Prevent Disease & Heal Chronic Pain with Dr. Gail Jett, RN, LMT, EEM-AP
      In todays interview, Dr. K is joined with Dr. Gail Jett to discuss her vision of an ideal team approach as it relates to disease prevention, energy medicine and the traditional Western medical model.  Dr. Jett is an Advanced Practitioner of Eden Energy Medicine, and received her doctorate of theology in Pastoral Integrative Health from Holos University Graduate Seminary and ordination in 2018. Her professional background includes a 40-year career as an RN, Family Nurse Practitioner and Womens’ Health Nurse Practitioner. She is also a Board Certified Advanced Holistic Nurse.  She discovered the benefits of energy healing in 2007, and has had a private practice in Bend, Oregon since 2010 dedicated to helping others discover their innate self-healing abilities through energy modalities.  
      Our healthcare system is in crisis, and there has never been a better time than now to bring the gifts that many ancient practices have taught us, in a way that people can clearly grasp, understand and apply to their life. 
      In today's interview, Dr. Jett adds key insights into simple ways that women can add energy healing into one's daily routine for inner peace, healing and well-being.
      Guest links:
      advancedhealingenergetics.com
      56 min
    • 26. Holistic Footcare: Better Health From the Bottom Up with Heather Wilson, RN, BSN
      In episode #26 Dr.K is joined with Heather Wilson RN,BSN to discuss the importance of foot and nail care.
      Heather is a former bedside nurse turned nurse entrepreneur.
      In 2000 she began her nursing career working on a vascular thoracic surgical unit. It was there she saw the lack of proper routine foot care services available for our aging population.
      Bearing witness to this gap within the healthcare system she set out to create a nursing company that filled this void. For the past 10 years she has been providing seniors the foot care services they deserve through her company Everyday Divinity.
      Realizing the need for senior foot care services extended beyond her community combined with the rise of nurse burn out, Heather has recently launched a sister company, The Foot and Nail Institute. An online course teaching nurses how to duplicate her foot care business model so nurses can claim work life balance by becoming a foot care business owner.
      43 min
    • 25. PCOS: The Hidden Threat to Women's Health with Dr. Peggy Roberts, DNP, WHNP-BC

      September is PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) awareness month and joined with Dr. K is Dr. Peggy Roberts to talk about PCOS and it's negative implications on our mind, body and spirit.


      Dr. Peggy Roberts is a doctoral prepared, board certified, New York licensed Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner. She has spent over a decade caring for women of all ages. She has extensive experience in preventative medicine for women, high risk pregnancies, sexual medicine and aesthetics.

      Dr. Roberts’ passion and dedication to providing the utmost care to women has led her to opening her own practice, Trust Women’s Healthcare. Trust Women's Healthcare provides comprehensive and holistic care to women of all ages. From a thorough well woman visit to best practice aesthetic medicine, Dr. Roberts provides personalized care and complete professionalism.

      51 min
    • Bonus: Embracing The Essence of "Love Yourself to Life" & Healing From Domestic Violence with Dr. Monica Debro

      TRIGGER WARNING-Note: This episode may contain content that may be triggering for individuals who have sustained extensive physical, mental, emotional abuse or domestic violence. 

      Seek immediate help for domestic violence through:

      https://www.thehotline.org/

      National Coalition Against Domestic Violence https://ncadv.org/

      U.S Domestic Violence hotline: 800.799.SAFE (7233)

      In today's bonus episode, Dr. K is joined with Dr. Monica Debro, as she talks transparently about the concepts of her book "Love Yourself to Life" which highlights her own experience with domestic violence. Dr. Debro offers important information about domestic violence, its' prevalence, signs and symptoms and how to get help if you are a victim or know someone who is a victim of domestic violence. 

      Dr. Monica Debro, owner of Love Yourself to Life™, is a leader who is transforming the lives of women through inspirational writings, events, and speaking engagements. As a practicing Nurse Educator and Life Coach, Dr. Debro engages in life-changing conversations and action plans to help women embrace the essence of who they are and not allow the past to interfere with their future.

      Dr. Monica Debro website: loveyourselftolife.co


      54 min
    • 24. How to Master Your Thoughts & Beliefs Through NLP, Hypnosis & Time Line Therapy® with Dr. Maiysha Clairborne

      How to Master Your Thoughts & Beliefs Through NLP, Hypnosis & Time Line Therapy® with Dr. Maiysha Clairborne. 

      In Episode 24, Dr. K is joined with Dr. Clairborne to discuss the practices and principles behind NLP, hypnosis and Time Line Therapy® on changing our thoughts, beliefs and reality.

      Dr. Maiysha Clairborne is an Integrative Family Physician, Master Practitioner & Trainer of Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP), Hypnosis & Time Line Therapy®, & founder of the Mind Re-Mapping Academy. 

      Dr. Clairborne is passionate about educating her students and clients about the power that our unconscious thoughts have on the reality we create. Through her Mind ReMapping NLP & Hypnosis Trainings, and Personal Transformation Processes, Dr. Maiysha teaches the people how to connect to and utilize the power of their unconscious minds so that they can be in the driver’s seat of their thoughts, feelings, behaviors and therefore the results they produce in their lives. Her own struggles with imposter syndrome, and limiting beliefs are what inspired her to step outside the physician box, and now her trainings help people worldwide find their passion, purpose, freedom, and peace of mind in all areas of life.

      Follow Dr. Clariborne through the following links:

      https://www.instagram.com/drmaiysha/

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmaiysha/

      mindremappingacademy.com

      https://www.youtube.com/c/DrMaiysha

      The Black Mind Garden Podcast

      50 min
    • Bonus: Intermittent Fasting for a Healthier Mind, Body & Spirit

      In this bonus episode Dr. K discusses:

      ✅Learn the benefits of intermittent fasting for holistic wellness-mind-body-spirit

      ✅Learn the latest research and various types of fasting
      ✅Learn if intermittent fasting is right for you(who intermittent fasting is for and who it’s not).

      Show links:

      designandwellness.com

      https://www.instagram.com/womenlivinghealthy


      Disclaimer Note: All information in all podcast episodes are for educational purposes only. Information spoken or heard on this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard or read on this podcast.


      29 min
    • Bonus: Intermittent Fasting for a Healthier Mind, Body & Spirit

      In this bonus episode Dr. K discusses:

      • The benefits of intermittent fasting for holistic wellness-mind-body-spirit 
      • The latest research and various types of fasting 
      • Learn if intermittent fasting is right for you(who intermittent fasting is for and who it’s not).

        • Show links:

        designandwellness.com

        https://www.instagram.com/womenlivinghealthy

        Disclaimer Note: All information in all podcast episodes are for educational purposes only. Information spoken or heard on this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard or read on this podcast.

        29 min

      About Breathe. Elevate. Heal. Podcast

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      Hi! I’m Dr. K; a PHD-Academic Professor, Nurse Researcher, Holistic Nurse of 20 years, Certified Yoga & Meditation Teacher, Reiki Master/Teacher, Stress Resilience & Spiritual Life Coach. I…