Take Back My Brain

What if healing from anxiety, trauma, and chronic stress didn’t start with a pill—but with your nervous system?

In this latest episode of Take Back My Brain, I’m joined by best-selling author and researcher Dawson Church, PhD, to explore how EFT tapping, meditation, and neuroscience-backed brain retraining can lead to deep emotional healing.

We dive into: 🧠 The science behind tapping and meditation 🧬 How emotions influence your genes 💥 Why your brain is wired for peace 🙏 Practical tools to access calm, clarity, and resilience—every day

If you’re looking for natural, faith-integrated tools to support your mental health, this episode is packed with evidence-based insight and real hope.

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Rooted in truth. Built on nourishment. Backed by science. Led by love on August 15 and 16 for free!

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In this powerful episode of Take Back My Brain, I sit down with Kelsey Spanbauer, a midwife and holistic pediatric specialist, to uncover the missing pieces in the PANDAS conversation that most parents never hear.

We explore: 🧠 The real root causes behind PANDAS and PANS 💊 Why conventional treatments often fall short

💥 The role of birth trauma, detox pathways, and gut health

🌿 How amino acid therapy and nutrition support healing

🧘‍♀️ The importance of parental mindset in your child’s journey

If you’ve felt dismissed, overwhelmed, or like there has to be more—this episode is your sign. 

Your child’s healing is possible, and you don’t have to do it blindly.

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Rooted in truth. Built on nourishment. Backed by science. Led by love on August 15 and 16 for free!

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 “You must have so much patience.”

“What about prom?”

“My kids are way too social for that.”

If you’re a homeschool mom, chances are you’ve heard all the questions—and the sideways comments that come with them. 😅 

In this honest, lighthearted, and faith-fueled episode, I chat with Linda Ugelow about the surprising (and sometimes hilarious) things people say when they hear we homeschool—and why we keep doing it anyway.

We dive into:

• The real reasons we chose homeschooling

• What people get wrong about homeschool families

• How faith, freedom, and creativity show up in everyday learning

• How homeschooling shapes independent, joyful thinkers

Whether you homeschool or just do life differently, this episode will leave you inspired to trust your gut, tune out the noise, and raise kids with purpose.

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What if aging didn’t mean slowing down, but getting stronger?

In this empowering episode, I’m joined by Janet McConnell—competitive bodybuilder, coach, and founder of Ignite Fitness—to talk about breaking the mold on aging. Janet proves that it’s never too late to start strength training, shift your mindset, and reclaim your health with power and purpose.

We dive into:

• Common myths about aging and fitness

• The role of strength training in longevity

• How movement builds mental resilience

• Real-life motivation for women 40, 50, 60+

• Janet’s own story of starting bodybuilding later in life

Whether you’re already active or just starting out, this episode will inspire you to believe: the best is yet to come.

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Website:  www.ignitefitnesswithjanet.com

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Can you feed your brain?

Dr. John Lewis returns to the show to break down the science behind polysaccharides, the gut-brain connection, and how chronic inflammation may be silently undermining our mental clarity.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why most people are starving their brains without knowing it

• How polysaccharides support cognitive health

• The gut-brain connection and mental burnout

• What makes Dr. Lewis’s Daily Brain Care formula different

• My personal experience after trying it

If you or someone you love is struggling with brain fog, memory issues, or mental fatigue, this conversation could be a game-changer.

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What if birth could be peaceful, powerful, and led by faith instead of fear?

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with RN and homebirth coach Aly McClain to explore a topic that many first-time moms don’t hear enough about: the truth and beauty of homebirth. Aly shares her Christ-centered approach to birth coaching and breaks down the mindset shifts, faith-based tools, and practical prep that help women walk into motherhood with peace, not panic.

We talk about:

• The biggest misconceptions about homebirth

• How faith changes the birth experience

• What it means to trust your body—and your Creator

• Real strategies to prepare your heart and home for birth

Whether you're expecting your first baby or just want to redefine your perspective on birth, this conversation is a must-listen.

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Ethan Pompeo knows firsthand what it’s like to live with PANDAS—a condition often misdiagnosed, dismissed, and overwhelming with tics, compulsions, and chaos.

But his story doesn’t end there.

In this episode of the Take Back My Brain Podcast, Ethan shares how brain retraining and holistic healing gave him his life back. He reveals why true recovery takes more than a single “magic fix” and how families can find simple, effective wellness tools that really work.

Whether you’re facing PANDAS or want to understand holistic brain health better, Ethan’s experience offers hope and practical insight

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Ethan’s personal journey through misdiagnosis and struggle

• The importance of brain retraining in healing PANDAS

• Holistic lifestyle changes that support long-term recovery

• Wellness tools designed for families navigating similar challenges

Tune in to learn how faith, science, and resilience come together on the road to mental and physical health.

Plus, don’t miss the chance to try Ethan’s best-selling CBD gummies for free!

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In this episode, we sit down with nutritional biochemist and sleep expert Dr. Kathryn Munoz, co-author of The Sleep Switch. If you've ever tossed and turned at night, struggled with early wake-ups, or felt like your brain just won’t shut off, this episode is for you.

💡 If you’ve ever questioned conventional mental health solutions or wanted a better, more holistic path, this episode is a must-listen.

We talk about:

• The shocking truth about the pharma industry

• Natural solutions that actually work

• What real mental wellness looks like from the inside out

• Why science-backed, faith-fueled healing matters now more than ever

• What your body needs to fall (and stay) asleep

• And why honoring sleep is the key to healing

  
  

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This isn’t just another red light therapy gadget. It’s a next-gen wearable that’s changing the way we think about healing and recovery—and I’m officially obsessed. 🙌

In this episode, I sit down with Perry Kamel, physicist and CEO of DNA Vibe, to explore the science and innovation behind the Jazz Band—a red light therapy device designed to reduce inflammation, support the vagus nerve, relieve pain, and accelerate recovery from the inside out.

Whether you’re managing chronic pain, post-workout soreness, or looking to optimize your wellness routine, this conversation will make you rethink what’s possible with at-home therapy.

🎙️ We cover:

• Why red light therapy is gaining momentum

• The difference between traditional red light and DNA Vibe’s tech

• How the Jazz Band supports the body’s natural healing process

• Real-world applications and results

I use this every day—and after hearing the science, you just might too.

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Website: https://dnavibe.com/pages/TheCalmMom#INF-TheCalmMom

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I recently had the opportunity to be a guest on the Becoming is Messy podcast with Meghann Dawson, and the conversation was so meaningful, I wanted to share it here with you too.

We talked about all things brain health, burnout, and the role amino acid therapy played in my own healing journey. Whether you're feeling anxious, exhausted, or just not quite yourself lately, this episode offers both understanding and practical support.

Here’s what we cover:

• My personal story of navigating anxiety, an eating disorder, and the road to recovery

• What amino acid therapy is and how it works

• Why so many moms feel quietly depleted—and how to start refilling your tank

• Simple, doable changes to support your brain and body starting today

This conversation is full of real talk, hope, and tools you can start using right away. I hope it encourages you.

💛 I'd love to know what resonates with you after you listen.

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