Geta’s Digest Podcast

In Part 2 of my conversation with Matthew Allyn, we dive into pursuing a life you love by overcoming fear and self-doubt. We share personal stories about taking risks, changing careers, and following our passions.

The main takeaway is to unapologetically chase the life that excites you, even when it feels scary. We also highlight the power of storytelling to share our experiences and inspire others.

In this chat part 1 of 2, I dive into a conversation with Matthew Allyn about shaking off the stigma around chronic illness and embracing activities that light you up. We talk about how doing what you love can actually help your health on a chemical, biological, and even epigenetic level! Matthew shares his inspiring journey of ditching his corporate gig as a civil engineer to follow his passion for biking, which completely transformed his life. We chat about the importance of trusting yourself and living a life that matches your values and brings you joy.

In this episode, I dive into my recent bout with back pain and how it's all tied to body image and mindset. I’ll share why tracking pain and really tuning into your body is crucial, and why popping pain meds might not be the best idea (hello, liver function!). Plus, I’ve got a funny story about pushing myself way too hard at the gym and the valuable lessons I learned from that experience.

Join me as I emphasize the importance of self-advocacy, self-love, and finding activities that light you up. I’ll chat about my journey with chronic back pain and how I’ve managed to cope without relying on painkillers. You’ll hear all about the alternative ways to deal with pain, the magic of a positive mindset, and the power of self-care. I’ll also share some eye-opening insights into how painkillers can mess with your nutrients and give you my top tips for staying healthy and happy.

Hey there beautiful chronic illness warrior! 

In this episode, I'm sharing how I juggle my roles as a wife, mom, entrepreneur, and health practitioner. I chat about the importance of focusing on one task at a time and not trying to do everything at once. I give a peek into my daily routine, which includes work, homeschooling, outdoor fun, and family time. I really wanted to encourage listeners to start their day with gratitude and how to shift in between the day to day tasks instead of depending on motivation. 

In this episode, we talk about eating nutrient-dense and diverse foods. We discuss how confusing it can be to figure out what good quality food really is and how processed food can hurt our gut health. We also talk about why buying local and organic is important and what "empty calories" are.

In this conversation, Allie & I discuss the topic of infertility and the importance of maintaining intimacy and pleasure in the process of trying to conceive. We're sharing personal experiences and insights on how to keep sex fun and interesting while tracking fertility, while also touching on the psychological challenges and societal pressures surrounding motherhood and the impact of the current state of the world on intimacy. 

In this episode, I'm discussing the importance of introducing solid foods to babies and the impact it can have on their gut health. I share my personal experience with my own children and emphasize the need to introduce vegetables first before other foods. 

In this episode, I dive into the challenges of specializing in a specific chronic illness and how interconnected our body's systems are. I'll share my personal journey, educational background, and some cool insights into gut health, neurological development, and how birth methods influence gut microbe development.

We'll chat about the gut-brain axis, how gut microbes affect chronic illnesses, and the developmental phases of the gut from birth to early childhood. I'll break down the three phases of gut microbe development in kids—3-6 months, 6-9 months, and 12-14 months. Plus, I'll cover the impact of nutrition, antibiotics, and steroids on gut health.

Stick around for the scoop on my new program for children's gut health and find out how you can join the fun in our podcast community!

In this episode, I’m excited to share my personal journey of reading the Bible and how it's transformed my perspective, my work, and my approach to chronic illness. I’ll talk about the importance of obedience, vulnerability, and dive into the lessons from the mustard seed and the Book of Job.

I’ll also chat about the power of endurance, patience, and how our relationship with food impacts chronic illness. Plus, I'll share why supporting local businesses matters and how I’ve managed my supplement intake along the way.

Join me as we explore the connection between food, faith, and overall well-being. I’ll share personal stories, biblical insights, and how my faith-led approach to wellness has evolved. Let's enjoy this journey to a higher quality of life together!