The Dangerous Woman : Strong Over Skinny

Welcome to the Dangerous Women Podcast.

In today's episode, I open up about my decade-long struggle with an eating disorder starting from the age of 12. I share how comments about my body and food choices influenced my self-image and led to harmful behaviors. Through my journey of surgery, fitness training, and ultimately discovering kettlebells, I found a path towards self-acceptance and a healthier lifestyle. Meeting my husband Tim, a trainer, and working with a nutrition expert, Hillary, were pivotal in transforming my approach to food and exercise. Along the way, therapy played a critical role in healing my inner child and managing my anxiety. I also discuss the importance of setting boundaries, tracking progress, and working with experts to achieve your goals in a healthy way. Throughout this transformation, I've learned that the only person I need to like is myself, and that true health is about more than just physical appearance—it's about mental well-being and resilience.

What You'll Hear:

• Overcoming an Eating Disorder: My Personal Journey

• Introduction to Dr. Emily Splichal

Connect with Dr. Emily Splichal:

@dremilydpm | @naboso_technology

Welcome to the Dangerous Women Podcast. In this episode, I share my experience of facing my fears at an amusement park with my family. From initially dreading roller coasters to overcoming my anxieties, I braved both a massive roller coaster called 'Phobia' and a thrilling ride on the sky coaster. Despite moments of panic, I pushed through to experience joy and a sense of accomplishment. Reflecting on how these controlled scary situations can help build bravery, I discuss how these experiences relate to facing personal challenges in my life.

What You'll Hear:

• Facing Fear: The Path to Bravery

• Introduction to Hair and Confidence

Connect with Candice: @the_crystalcolorist

Welcome to the Dangerous Women Podcast. In this episode, I share my personal journey of dyeing my dark brown hair blonde amidst a time of emotional challenges. I discuss how my therapist and my long-time hairdresser, Candice Cooper, guided me through this transformation, which became a crucial part of my healing process. I reflect on the therapeutic insights I gained, the search for my authentic self, and how changing my hair color helped me reconnect with a part of myself that I had long lost. Tune in to hear how facing emotional storms and embracing transformation can lead to self-discovery and healing.

What You'll Hear:

• Hair Dye Decision

• Defining Style Authenticity

Connect with Kate: @Kate.obert 

Welcome to the Dangerous Women Podcast. In this episode, I share one of my top tips for feeling confident in your body: wearing clothes that fit you well. I recount personal experiences with an eating disorder and my journey through different phases of fitness and nutrition, emphasizing the importance of not letting numbers define our worth. I discuss my current phase of gaining muscle and the significance of keeping only those clothes that fit and bring joy. I encourage listeners to invest in new clothes that fit well, as it profoundly impacts how we show up in the world, our energy, and our self-confidence.

What You'll Hear:

• Introduction: The Importance of Wearing Clothes That Fit

• Introduction to Toxicity

Prior to becoming a mental health professional and eventually starting my own counseling practice in Gold Canyon, AZ, I lived in Wyoming for 23 years where I raised and trained horses and competed in rodeo events.  In 2001, I started an equine therapy business called “Whole Horse Connection,” where I utilized and taught equine massage therapy, and other alternative treatments, to heal horse’s physical ailments, as well as their nervous system disruptions, also known as “trauma.”  Horses are similar in humans in that they are “herd” animals, and their ability to stay and feel safe in their environment is directly related to the health of the herd they run with (aka family).  Because of my experience in treating traumatized equines, I became keenly interested in treating trauma in humans, as both species share equal disruptions to well-being, but with entirely different presentations.  Horses tend to release their trauma more readily, while humans, with the help of their larger, more “developed” brains, tend to hold onto their trauma much longer, as they believe it is a directly related to who they are and what they “deserve.”  This is known as “complex trauma,” which horses do not have.

I have a specialized interest in treating relational trauma, as I believe this is the source of complex trauma that begins with our family of origin.  I am versed in issues such as codependency, love addiction/dependency, infidelity, betrayal/trauma bonds, generational trauma, and other negative consequences of relational trauma. I primarily use RLT (Relational Life Therapy) and EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) in my treatment plans.  RLT is a form of therapy that emphasizes the importance of interpersonal relationships and the ways in which our early relationships with caregivers shape our attachment styles and patterns of relating to ourselves and others throughout our lives. EMDR is a therapy that treats the emotional disturbances that we can’t link to what we are experiencing in the present moment, such as severe anxiety, depression, anger, despondence and more.  Traditional talk therapy is often not enough to alleviate us from these ailments, as the cognitive part of the brain is disconnected from the emotional experience in the body, and so cannot make sense of it.  Both EMDR and RLT integrate these emotional disturbances into the whole system, where they can be processed in a more effective way, with the whole system online, and aware.

Connect with Christie: Website

Welcome to the Dangerous Women Podcast. In this episode, I recount my experiences watching the Barbie movie twice, highlighting my initial disappointment and subsequent detailed critique. I break down various scenes, themes, and messages in the film, examining the depiction of feminism, gender stereotypes, and the portrayal of societal expectations on women. I also discuss key character arcs, including Barbie's journey, Ken's role, and the ineffective solutions the movie offers to the social issues it raises. My reflections lead to a broader discussion on the significance of making personal choices to prioritize joy over societal expectations.

What You'll Hear:

• Initial Reactions to the Barbie Movie

• Understanding the Difference: Dietitian vs. Nutrition Coach

As a registered dietitian and licensed nutritionist, I started studying nutrition in 2013 when I faced the challenges of Celiac disease. I then threw in my love for powerlifting, Olympic lifting, and sports, and bam, Nutrition Unbound was born. 

My mission is crystal clear: I'm on a quest to empower active individuals, helping them build eating habits that last, help them feel and be stronger, and form a positive connection with their bodies.

This isn't just about gaining knowledge; it's about relatable and authentic nutrition coaching. I'm here as a beacon of accessible expertise, offering practical advice that fits seamlessly into real-life needs. So, join me on this vibrant journey toward a healthier, happier you, guided by my infectious passion.

Connect with Hillary: @dietitian.hillary