We’ve never had more ways to make life easier. GPS tells us where to go. Our phones remember our numbers, appointments and passwords. Groceries show up at the door. Amazon can deliver almost anything overnight. AI can answer our questions or make YouTube cover photos. And we never really have to be bored anymore.

But… is all that convenience costing us something?

In this episode of Living Well Together: Big Life in a Small Town, Dr. Terry and Lisa wonder whether we may be accidentally outsourcing some of the very things that make us capable human beings.

What happens when we stop memorizing things because our phones will remember them? When we follow GPS everywhere instead of learning how to get there? When every quiet moment gets filled with scrolling? When we text instead of call, order instead of go, and Google the answer before we’ve even tried to figure it out ourselves?

And maybe the bigger question: What if a little friction is actually good for us?

We’re talking about:
• why your brain may benefit from occasionally turning off the GPS
• what boredom and mind-wandering have to do with creativity
• the difference between convenience and capability
• why kids need opportunities to struggle, solve and figure things out
• how we can communicate with hundreds of people while still feeling disconnected
• why human connection matters to our health
• the lost art of simply sitting still
• and a few wonderfully old-fashioned skills we might want to bring back

We’re definitely not giving up Amazon, smartphones or modern life. But maybe living well isn’t about rejecting convenience. Maybe it’s about making sure convenience doesn’t replace the things we still want to be able to do for ourselves.

So here’s our question for you:

What little inconvenience would you intentionally put back into your life?

Drive somewhere without GPS? Call instead of text? Cook without a recipe? Memorize a phone number? Sit on the porch and do absolutely nothing?

Let's hear it! Pop it in the comments for some ideas! 

And if you enjoy these conversations, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE and SHARE Living Well Together: Big Life in a Small Town with somebody you’d love to sit on the porch and talk about life with.

What If the Crazy People Are Right?
Moon landings. Aliens. JFK. Bigfoot. Chemtrails. The Mandela Effect. The Titanic. Flat Earth. 😳

Yep. Here we go!!

This week on Living Well Together, Dr. Terry and Lisa tackle some of the world’s most famous conspiracy theories... with very little preparation, plenty of opinions, and one question Terry thinks we should all ask more often:

“Why do you think that?”

From whether we really landed on the moon to what might be hiding beneath the Denver airport, weather manipulation, Area 51, the JFK assassination, the strange things we collectively remember wrong, and even whether the Titanic was actually… the Titanic - nothing is completely off the table.

But underneath all the wild theories is a bigger conversation:
How much of what we believe have we actually thought through for ourselves?

Because hearing something over and over doesn’t necessarily make it true. And questioning something doesn’t automatically make you a wackadoodle.

This episode isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about staying curious, considering another perspective, asking better questions, and being willing to change your mind when the evidence changes.

So grab your tinfoil hat, or leave it at home, and come have some big fun with us.

In this episode:
* Did we really land on the moon?
* What does the government know about UFOs and Area 51?
* Did Lee Harvey Oswald act alone?
* Bigfoot: real creature or really good folklore?
* What’s going on underneath the Denver airport?
* Chemtrails, cloud seeding + weather manipulation
* The Berenstain/Berenstein Bears and the Mandela Effect
* Was the Titanic secretly switched with the Olympic?
* And yes… Terry entertains the flat-Earth conversation. 😳

Stay curious. Stay skeptical without becoming cynical. And never be afraid to ask: “Why do you think that?”

Resources:
https://www.geoengineeringmonitor.org/

Okay… this one gets a little woo-woo. But what if “frequency” isn’t quite as woo-woo as it sounds?

Light has frequency. Sound has frequency. The earth has an electromagnetic field. Our bodies use electrical impulses. Even when we're perfectly still, there is an incredible amount of activity happening inside us.

So in this episode, we decided to GO THERE.

We're talking about frequency, vibration, energy and how our environment may influence how we feel,  from sunlight, music, nature and grounding to artificial light, screens, Wi-Fi and wearable technology.

For years, frequency felt a little too “new-agey" to Lisa,  and even a little too far outside her faith, until she started looking at it differently:

If God created light, sound, nature, electricity, our nervous system and the rhythms built into our bodies… why wouldn't we be curious about how they interact with us?

Doc and Lisa also dive into these frequency experiences and ways to re-harmonize those cells into a beautiful rhythm through:
✨ Schumann resonance
🌳 Grounding + forest bathing
🎶 Music + the stress response
☀️ Sunlight + artificial light
⚡ EMFs
🧠 The nervous system + fight-or-flight
🛏️ PEMF + the VEMI bed
⌚ WavWatch + personalized frequencies
📱 Wearable technology
🙏 And where FAITH fits into all of it

Ultimately, the takeaway is pretty simple: Pay attention to what changes your state.

The music you listen to. The light you're exposed to. The people you're around. The time you spend outside. The technology surrounding you. Sometimes living well isn't about adding another complicated thing.

Sometimes it's getting outside. Feeling the sun. Walking barefoot in the grass. Listening to music you love. Spending time with people who make you laugh. Quieting some of the noise. And maybe getting your frequency back in rhythm. 😉

Come get a little woo-woo with us. We promise to bring it back down to earth. 😂

Check out these Living Well Resources:
WavWatch Frequency watch: 15% off with this link: https://wavwatch.com/livingwell
VEMI Bed at Living Well: https://livingwellspinecenter.com
Living Well Spine Center: https://livingwellspinecenter.com
Cold Laser Therapy: https://livingwellspinecenter.com

What happens when life changes almost overnight?

For Xenia native Brice Davis, it meant facing a multiple myeloma diagnosis in his early 30s while raising a young daughter, navigating a custody battle, and carrying mental health struggles that had already been part of his story for years.

In this episode of Living Well Together: Big Life in a Small Town, Brice joins us to talk about the season that eventually became his memoir, Rise Anyway.

We talk about the symptoms that finally led to his diagnosis, months of chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant, becoming a full-time dad, living with uncertainty, and what it means to keep building a life when you don't necessarily know what the next chapter holds.

But this conversation isn't really about cancer.

It's about what Brice discovered on the other side of some incredibly hard days: the hard days don't get to tell you how the whole story ends.

Brice shares something we loved: when you're in a valley, it's easy to convince yourself you'll feel that way forever. But life has peaks too. There is a bounce-back. There are still memories to make, people to love, goals to chase, and purpose to find.

We also talk about family, asking for help when you'd rather do everything yourself, mental health, finding purpose through adversity, writing a book when you never really planned to write one, strawberry-banana smoothies, a serious love of chicken wings, and the hip-hop career Brice refuses to resurrect for us on the podcast. 😂

His message is beautifully simple:

You can be scared and still move forward.
You can live with uncertainty and still live fully.
You can go through something that changes you and come back stronger.
You can rise anyway.

This is a hometown story about resilience, fatherhood, purpose, and an ordinary guy who walked through something extraordinary and decided his experience might help someone else keep going.

And THAT feels a whole lot like Living Well Together. ❤️

Connect with Brice:
🌐 Brice Davis — https://thebricedavis.com/
📖 Rise Anyway: A Memoir of Survival, Fatherhood, and Becoming: https://thebricedavis.com/rise-anyway-by-brice-davis/
📺 YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/@BriceDavis
📸 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/BriceDavisMedia
🎵 TikTok — @https://www.tiktok.com/@BriceDavisMedia
👍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/BriceDavisMedia
🎙️ Book Nook: https://www.wyso.org/podcast/book-nook/2026-07-08/book-nook-rise-anyway-a-memoir-of-survival-fatherhood-and-becoming-by-brice-davis

What comes to mind when you hear the letters MLM?

For a lot of people, it's a cringe-worthy stereotype. 😬 But what if we've been asking the wrong questions?

In this episode, Dr. Terry and Lisa pull back the curtain on multi-level marketing, where it came from, why it developed such a mixed reputation, and how to tell the difference between a legitimate direct-selling company and something you should absolutely run from.

Along the way, we share stories from an incredible week at the Barbara O'Neill conference, why discernment matters more than hype, and the filters we've always used before saying "yes" to any opportunity. We also open up about why we're excited to add a new European wellness company to our Living Well portfolio, and why this decision has been years in the making, not an overnight impulse.

Whether you're curious about direct selling, have written it off completely, or simply enjoy thoughtful conversations about business, integrity, and living well, we hope this episode gives you a fresh perspective.

In this episode, we discuss:

* Why MLMs and pyramid schemes are not the same thing
* The surprising history of direct selling
* The product-first philosophy we believe every company should have
* How faith, patience, and discernment guide our decisions
* Why relationships—not recruiting—have always been at the heart of what we do
* What we're learning as we prepare for an exciting new season

If you've ever wondered whether it's possible to build a business with integrity, this conversation is for you.

Resources:
📖 The Radiant Reset: https://amzn.to/4wKaCGz
📖 The Living Well Family Table: https://amzn.to/4w99vyQ
🌿 Learn more about the Austrian legacy company: https://go-evergreen.github.io/ringana-with-dr.lisa/
🩺 Schedule a consultation with Living Well Spine Center: https://livingwellspinecenter.com
📚 Learn more about Barbara O'Neill: https://officialbarbaraoneill.com
💬 Grab your living well starter kit here: https://livingwellbeauty.myflodesk.com/holisticrevival

Ever feel like your brain has 47 tabs open... and you have absolutely no idea where the music is coming from? 😅

That's pretty much where this conversation starts.

Well... technically it starts with Honey's adorable singing debut, and trust us—you do NOT want to miss it. (Stick around for her grand finale, too. It might just be the cutest part of the whole episode.)

From there, Dr. Terry and Lisa dive into what life looks like when everything seems to happen all at once. Big projects. Family. Exciting opportunities. Deadlines. Spinning plates. And that very human temptation to look for a quick fix when your brain feels like it's running on overload.

Along the way, they laugh about life, share Terry's personal journey with nicotine, unpack the surprising science behind nicotine and nootropics, and talk honestly about why so many of us are searching for more focus, more energy, and a little more mental clarity.

But here's the bigger question...
What if the best "brain hack" isn't another trendy product?
What if the real foundation has been there all along?
Sleep. Movement. Nourishing your body well. Supporting your nervous system. And learning how to work *with* your brain instead of constantly trying to override it.

If you've ever wondered...
• Why does my brain feel so overwhelmed?
• Are nootropics actually worth the hype?
• Is nicotine really as simple as "good" or "bad"?
• Why are so many people looking for shortcuts to better focus?

...this conversation is for you.

This is Part 1 of a two-part series, where Dr. Terry and Lisa lay the foundation before diving deeper into caffeine, L-theanine, creatine, CBD, THC, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and other fascinating tools that influence brain health.

As always, their goal isn't to tell you what to think. It's to invite you to stay curious, ask better questions, and build your health on a foundation that lasts.

Disclaimer: Educational purposes only. Nicotine is a biologically active compound and isn't appropriate for everyone. Always discuss new supplements or therapies with your healthcare provider, especially if you have a medical condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or take prescription medications.

Resources Mentioned:
Download the free Cognitive Optimization Guide
Work with Lisa: https://alivingwelllife.as.me/complimentaryconsult

Change is rarely comfortable... but what if it's the very place where God does some of His greatest work?

In this episode, what begins as a lighthearted conversation about sorting loose change (and yes... going through "the change") unexpectedly unfolds into a heartfelt discussion about courage, faith, and the beautiful transformation that often happens in life's most uncertain seasons.

Together, we explore why our brains naturally resist change, why uncertainty feels so overwhelming, and why the life we're praying for often requires letting go of the life we've grown comfortable living.

Along the way, we share stories from our own journey—career changes, marriage, raising children, growing businesses, seasons of pruning, butterflies, and the quiet reminders that God is often preparing us for something greater long before we can see the full picture.

For nearly three decades, we've tried to ask one simple question: How can we serve people best? Sometimes the answer isn't doing more of what's familiar. Sometimes it's having the discernment to recognize the next opportunity to serve, and the courage to faithfully take the next step, even before you can see how the story will unfold.

If you've been standing at the edge of a decision... wrestling with fear... grieving a season that's ending... or sensing God inviting you into something new, we hope this conversation encourages your heart.

Because sometimes the very thing we're trying to avoid becomes the doorway to the life we've been praying for.

So grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and join us for a conversation filled with laughter, honest moments, and a reminder that our greatest confidence isn't found in knowing what comes next... it's found in knowing the One who is already there.

Maybe the question isn't, "What if it doesn't work?"
Maybe the better question is... "What if God is preparing something even more beautiful than you could imagine or fathom?"

Isaiah 43:19 — "See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?"

Favorites and Resources:
* The latest and greatest golf accessory: https://bagflags.com

* Lisa's hormone-safe make-up routine: New clients use ADVOCATE15 for 15% off their first order: https://crunchi.com/?als=lisamccoskey

* The Living Well Experience: https://zaap.bio/thelivingwellexperience

Social Media:
Lisa FB: https://www.facebook.com/lisanardellamccoskey
Terry FB: https://www.facebook.com/dr.terrymccoskey
Lisa IG: https://www.instagram.com/livingwell_beauty/

What if one of the greatest threats to your family's health isn't what's on your plate...but what's missing from your table?

Somewhere along the way, we traded home-cooked meals for convenience, family conversations for busy schedules, and life-giving traditions for drive-thrus and distractions.

The result? Many families want to live healthier—they just don't know where to begin.

In this heartfelt and semi-hilarious conversation, Dr. Terry introduces Lisa's newest book, The Living Well Family Table, and share why they believe reclaiming the "sacred supping" may be one of the most powerful investments we can make in our health, our relationships, and the next generation.

From childhood grocery store adventures and funny kitchen disasters to practical meal planning, getting kids involved in cooking, and creating simple wellness rhythms that actually stick, this episode is filled with inspiration you can begin putting into practice today.

Because living well isn't just about eating healthier...
It's about building a life people can't wait to come home to.

In this episode you'll discover:

- Why the family table is one of the most overlooked tools for better health
- The surprising reason healthy eating feels so overwhelming today
- Simple ways to build lasting family rhythms—even when life feels busy
- How involving children in cooking creates confidence, connection, and lifelong healthy habits
- Practical meal planning strategies that remove decision fatigue
- Why gathering together may be just as nourishing as the food on your plate

Whether you're raising little ones, enjoying grandchildren, gathering friends around your table, or simply learning to care for yourself better, this episode will remind you that it's never too late to start creating a healthier family culture.

As Lisa says...
"When we gather, we nourish. When we nourish, we flourish...together."

❤️ If this conversation encouraged you, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who longs to bring a little more connection—and a little more health—back to their table.

Resources:
The Living Well Family Table (Lisa's new book): https://amzn.to/4wExuXq

The Radiant Reset: The holistic guide to peptide therapies, metabolic function and hormonal harmony: https://amzn.to/4wExuXq

Holistic Revival Ohio:
Event dates: July 28 – August 1
Featuring Barbara O'Neill
Tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-holistic-revival-a-barbara-oneill-conference-2026-tickets-1471671070789

What if the problem isn't your willpower... What if it's the diet itself?

In this episode of Living Well Together, Dr. Terry and Lisa expose one of the biggest myths in the health industry: that losing weight is the answer. The truth? Weight gain is often just a symptom of metabolic dysfunction, and until you address the root cause, the cycle continues.

In this conversation, you'll discover:
 - Why nearly 90% of diets fail
 - What metabolic health actually means (and why it matters more than the number on the scale)
 -  The hidden calories quietly sabotaging your progress
 -  Why muscle is one of your body's most powerful metabolic organs
 -  The surprising role sleep plays in cravings and weight gain
 -  The lab markers almost no one talks about including fasting insulin
 -  Simple ways to improve insulin sensitivity naturally
 -  Healthy waist circumference and waist-to-hip ratio guidelines
 -  Why "going on a diet" may be the biggest mistake you can make

Whether you're trying to lose weight, improve your labs, boost your energy, or simply age well, this episode will help you shift your focus from temporary dieting to lasting metabolic restoration.

The goal isn't just to lose weight... It's to become healthier, stronger, and more vibrant for the life you're called to live.

Waist circumference & waist-to-hip ratio guidelines
Formula:
Waist Measurement ÷ Hip Measurement = WHR
Example:
Waist = 30"
Hips = 40"
30 ÷ 40 = 0.75

Women's Guidelines:
✨ Below 0.80 = Excellent / Lower Risk
⚠️ 0.80–0.84 = Moderate Risk
⚠️ 0.85 and above = Increased Risk

Men's Guidelines:
✨ Below 0.90 = Excellent / Lower Risk
⚠️ 0.90 and above = Increased Risk

Know Your Numbers

Many people don't realize they're experiencing metabolic dysfunction until years after it has already begun. These simple lab markers can provide valuable insight into your metabolic health and help identify opportunities for early intervention.

Top Functional Lab Markers for Metabolic Health
⭐ Fasting Insulin: Optimal 2–5 μIU/mL
Hemoglobin A1C: Optimal 4.8–5.3%
Triglycerides: Optimal Under 80 mg/dL
HDL Cholesterol: Optimal Above 60 mg/dL (women) | Above 50 mg/dL (men)
ALT (Liver Enzyme): Optimal 15–25 U/L
Additional Markers We Love to Review
Fasting Glucose: 75–90 mg/dL
hs-CRP (Inflammation): Under 1.0 mg/L
AST: 15–25 U/L
Uric Acid: Approximately 4.0–5.5 mg/dL
Ferritin: Optimal range varies by the individual
Vitamin D: Generally 50–80 ng/mL

Want to Know Your Score?????

Already have recent lab work?
We'd be happy to review it with you from a functional perspective and provide personalized recommendations to help optimize your metabolic health—not just determine whether your results fall within the standard "normal" range.

Schedule your Functional Lab Review here:
https://app.malla.co/join/livingwellbeauty/living-well-lab-review

Don't have labs yet?
We can help with that, too! We can order comprehensive lab work so you have a clear picture of where you stand and create a personalized roadmap for improving your health.

Schedule a complimentary consult call to determine next steps or order labs:
https://alivingwelllife.as.me/complimentaryconsult

Medical Disclaimer

The information shared on this podcast is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice or a substitute for care from your personal healthcare provider. Although we are healthcare professionals, we are not your personal doctors, and we cannot diagnose or treat medical conditions through this podcast.

If you have questions or concerns about your health, please consult your primary care provider or another qualified healthcare professional.

If you'd like to learn more about working with us, we'd love to meet you. Schedule a complimentary discovery call to explore whether our approach is a good fit for you.

🔗 https://alivingwelllife.as.me/complimentaryconsult

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What if your body has been trying to warn you... long before a health crisis ever happens?

After being jolted awake at 1:00 AM by blaring smoke alarms, Dr. Terry and Lisa found themselves talking about something much bigger than dead batteries. Just like a smoke detector, our bodies often send subtle warning signs long before the "four-alarm fire" of chronic illness.

In this episode, they explore why stress isn't meant to become a lifestyle, the difference between prevention and early detection, and how small "chirps" like fatigue, poor sleep, pain, brain fog, and rising blood pressure may be your body's way of asking for attention and not just another prescription.

They also discuss the growing shift toward preventive healthcare, including innovative insurance models like Knew Health, which reward healthy lifestyle choices instead of simply paying for sickness after it occurs.

In this episode, you'll learn:
- Why chronic stress keeps your body stuck in fight-or-flight
- The early warning signs your body may already be giving you
- Prevention vs. early detection (and why the difference matters)
- Why lifestyle—not genetics—drives most chronic disease
- How "checking your batteries" today could prevent tomorrow's health crisis

Resources Mentioned:
- Learn more about Knew Health and its prevention-focused health plans. Special offer: Receive 30% off your membership for 6 months by clicking here: https://knewhealth.com/?a_aid=livingwell and using code LISA30 for their special discount.
- Explore additional wellness resources and discounts at https://zaap.bio/thelivingwellexperience.
- Subscribe, like and follow so you never miss an episode of Living Well Together.

Sometimes the loudest alarms begin with the quietest whispers. Listen before your body has to shout.