⚠️ Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and suicidal ideation. Please listen with care and prioritize your safety.

In this powerful Season 3 finale, Lyndsay Soprano opens up like never before. She reflects on her own story—navigating trauma, chronic pain, and the often invisible weight of living in a body that refuses to cooperate. From a deeply personal history of sexual assault to the ongoing fight for care and dignity as someone living with disability, Lyndsay doesn’t hold anything back.

She shares what it’s been like returning to ketamine therapy, the exhaustion of chasing diagnoses, and the quiet strength it takes to keep going when healing feels impossibly far away. But this episode isn’t just about her, it’s about all of us. The ones who are still hurting. The ones in therapy. The ones who are tired. The ones who show up anyway.

Season 3 ends not with a neat conclusion, but with a clear message: we must start where we are. We must continue to have the uncomfortable conversations. And we don’t have to do it alone.

Tune in to the finale if you need a reminder that your story matters, your pain is valid, and there is real strength in showing up exactly as you are.

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Website: thepaingamepodcast.com
Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast
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Episode Highlights:
(00:00) Introduction to the Pain Game Podcast
(01:25) Lyndsay's Personal Journey with Trauma
(09:35) The Frustration of Diagnosis
(13:46) Advocacy and Healthcare for the Disabled
(15:04) Starting Where You're At
(18:40) The Importance of Mind, Body, and Spirit
(21:47) Childhood Trauma and Its Effects
(24:26) Resilience and Gratitude
(28:46) Confronting Suicide Ideation
(32:00) Closing Thoughts and Future Directions

Episodes and Guests Mentioned Throughout:
Episode 119: Angel Parker - Diagnosis Detective
Episode 118: Dr. Jim Keany - Outside of the Prescription Pad 
Episode 150: Chanda Hinton - Redefining Healthcare for People with Disabilities 
Episode 147: Jason Ott - Start Wherever You're At
Episode 144: Michael Byrne - Sleep: No More Bed Dread
Episode 145: Alreen Haeggquist - Triumph From Trauma
Episode 122: Jeannette Tashjian - Surviving the Suicidal Thoughts Storm

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When your body is breaking down, how do you continue to show up with power and purpose? In this inspiring episode, Lyndsay Soprano sits down with Fitz Koehler—a cancer survivor, fitness expert, and fierce advocate for living fully, no matter what life throws your way.

Fitz shares her journey from diagnosis to recovery, and how she used fitness not just as a physical outlet, but as a mental and emotional anchor. She and Lyndsay discuss the importance of self-examination, the value of integrating Western medicine with holistic care, and why small, intentional shifts can lead to significant, lasting results.

They also dive into the importance of community, storytelling, and creating space for both grit and grace in the healing process. Fitz opens up about her new book and podcast, both of which were created to inspire others to move their bodies, take control of their health, and find joy even in the most challenging seasons.

This episode is a powerful reminder that you don’t have to wait for perfect circumstances to start prioritizing yourself. You can choose to fight. You can choose to feel strong. And you absolutely deserve to feel good in your body again.

Tune in if you're ready to take your power back—one breath, one rep, one step at a time.

Find Fitz Koehler Online Here:
Website: www.fitzness.com/blog/
Instagram: @fitzness
Facebook: Fitz Koehler
LinkedIn: Fitz Koehler
YouTube: The Fitzness Show
TikTok: @fitzness13
Book: You. Supercharged! The Exact Formula for Fitness, Weight Loss, and Longevity 

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Website: thepaingamepodcast.com
Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast
Facebook: The Pain Game Podcast
LinkedIn: Lyndsay Soprano
YouTube: The Pain Game Podcast

Episode Highlights:
(00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Trauma
(02:39) Fitz Koehler’s Cancer Journey
(05:38) The Importance of Self-Examination
(08:23) Navigating Western Medicine and Holistic Approaches
(11:24) The Role of Fitness in Health
(14:25) Empowerment Through Fitness and Health
(17:11) Supercharging Your Life
(19:54) Understanding Fitness and Nutrition
(23:05) Addressing Gender-Specific Health Issues
(25:52) The Impact of Diets on Health
(28:27) The Fitness Show and Community Engagement
(31:36) Morning Mile Program for Kids
(34:35) Closing Thoughts and Encouragement

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Living with a disability shouldn’t mean fighting for basic care—but for far too many, it does. In this episode, Lyndsay Soprano sits down with Chanda Hinton for a raw and powerful conversation about chronic pain, systemic gaps in healthcare, and what it really takes to advocate for change when the system isn’t built for you.

Chanda shares her journey of living with a spinal cord injury, navigating a healthcare world that often overlooks those with complex needs, and turning her personal pain into public advocacy. Together, she and Lyndsay dig into the emotional weight of being your own best (and sometimes only) advocate, the role of integrative therapies in real healing, and the urgent need for accessibility—not just in buildings, but in policy, mindset, and care.

This conversation is a call to action. It's about moving beyond survival, demanding better, and building community-powered support for those who live with disabilities every single day.

Tune in if you’re tired of waiting for the system to change—and ready to help change it yourself.

Find Chanda Hinton Online Here:
Website: www.chandacenter.org
Instagram: @chandacenterforhealth
Facebook: Chanda Center for Health
LinkedIn: Chanda Center for Health
YouTube: Chanda Center for Health

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Website: thepaingamepodcast.com
Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast
Facebook: The Pain Game Podcast
LinkedIn: Lyndsay Soprano
YouTube: The Pain Game Podcast

Episode Highlights: 
(00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Trauma
(02:09) Personal Experiences with Chronic Pain
(06:14) The Journey of Advocacy and Healthcare Reform
(16:58) The Chanda Center for Health and Its Mission
(26:43) Challenges in the Healthcare System
(37:38) The Importance of Advocacy and Community Support

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What happens when your body starts screaming louder than your schedule? In this episode, Lyndsay Soprano sits down with clinical herbalist Bonnie D’Arcangelo to talk about trading burnout for balance, and why the answers might be growing in the ground, not sitting on a pharmacy shelf.

Bonnie shares her journey from a high-stress corporate life to a deep-rooted holistic healing practice, and how she now bridges the gap between science and herbal medicine to help others reclaim their health. They delve into everything from gut health and water quality to why many supplements fail to work and how, when approached with intention, nature can offer genuine solutions.

This isn’t about ditching Western medicine—it’s about complementing it. Bonnie introduces cutting-edge tools like silicon plasma technology, while also breaking down the basics: better food, cleaner water, and tuning in to what your body’s been trying to tell you all along.

Tune in if you’re ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start working with your body, not against it.

Find Bonnie D'Arcangelo Online Here:
Website: www.aetherbal.com
Instagram: @aetherbal_topicals
Facebook: AEtherbal
YouTube: AEtherbal

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Website: thepaingamepodcast.com
Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast
Facebook: The Pain Game Podcast
LinkedIn: Lyndsay Soprano
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Episode Highlights:
(00:00) Introduction to Blending Science and Herbal Medicine
(02:30) Bonnie's Journey from Fashion Design to Herbalism
(10:15) The Importance of Gut Health in Healing
(18:45) Understanding the Role of Water in Our Bodies
(25:00) Overview of Plasma-Based Products
(33:10) The Power of Herbal Oxymels and How to Make One
(42:00) Final Thoughts on Personalized Healing and Wellness

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High-achieving women are often praised for doing it all, but at what cost? In this episode, Lyndsay Soprano sits down with Patty Durell to unpack what strength really looks like when you're burning out behind the scenes. From fitness to failure to finally asking for help, this conversation dives into the pressure to keep pushing and the permission to start pausing.

Patty shares her insights as a fitness expert who takes a trauma-informed approach to health, reminding us that wellness isn’t about punishing your body—it’s about understanding it. Together, she and Lyndsay challenge the hustle mentality, explore what it means to redefine strength, and offer a science-backed take on how efficient workouts (just 25 minutes, twice a week!) can actually be more effective than the grind.

They discuss stress as a full-body experience, the myth of balance, and the healing power of water—both physically and metaphorically. This episode is about rewriting the rules, giving yourself grace, and embracing the version of strength that doesn't require burnout as a badge of honor.

Tune in if you’re ready to stop proving your worth through exhaustion and start honoring it through self-care.

Find Patty Durell Online Here:
Website: www.rocksolidfitnessfl.com
Instagram: @rocksolidfitnessfl
Facebook: Rock Solid Fitness FL
LinkedIn: Rock Solid Fitness FL

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Website: thepaingamepodcast.com
Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast
Facebook: The Pain Game Podcast
LinkedIn: Lyndsay Soprano
YouTube: The Pain Game Podcast

Episode Highlights:
(00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Trauma
(02:08) Redefining Strength and Self-Care
(03:27) The Role of Struggle in Building Strength
(07:34) Trauma-Informed Approaches to Healthcare
(09:20) Efficient Strength Training Techniques
(12:13) Understanding Exercise vs. Activity
(15:52) The Mindset Shift: Embracing Failure
(21:23) The Importance of Asking for Help
(26:52) Managing Stress and Recovery
(32:28) The Journey of Healing and Growth

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This is where pain meets purpose — and you’re not doing it alone.

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When you're living with chronic illness or pain, stress isn’t just a side effect, it becomes part of the fabric of your everyday life. In this episode, Lyndsay Soprano is joined by Jason Ott for a powerful conversation about the deeper layers of stress, the emotional toll of being chronically unwell, and the importance of a truly holistic approach to healing.

Jason introduces the Being Triad—a framework that connects mind, body, and spirit as equal partners in the healing process. Together, he and Lyndsay unpack how emotional trauma, unresolved stress, and poor boundaries can quietly fuel disease, and how mapping your personal timeline can reveal more than any lab test ever could.This episode isn’t just about coping—it’s about reclaiming agency.

They talk about what it means to advocate for yourself in a broken system, to prioritize self-care like your life depends on it (because it does), and to get curious about new ways of looking at old patterns.

Tune in if you’re done treating your body like a problem to solve—and ready to start listening to what it’s been trying to say all along.

Find Jason Ott Online Here:
Website: empoweredprevention.com
Instagram: @empoweredprevention
Facebook: Empowered Prevention
LinkedIn: Jason Ott
YouTube: Empowered Prevention
Book: No Cure, No Problem: The Art of Healing

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Website: thepaingamepodcast.com
Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast
Facebook: The Pain Game Podcast
LinkedIn: Lyndsay Soprano
YouTube: The Pain Game Podcast

Episode Highlights:
(00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Stress Management
(02:37) Understanding Stress and Its Impact on Health
(05:48) The Connection Between Emotional Trauma and Physical Health
(11:02) Setting Boundaries for Stress Management
(16:52 )The Being Triad Framework: Mind, Body, and Spirit
(24:47) Navigating Healthcare and Finding the Right Support
(31:35) The Importance of Self-Advocacy in Health
(46:18) Healing Stories and the Power of Acceptance

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Burnout doesn’t show up overnight, it creeps in slowly, masked as productivity, people-pleasing, and pretending you're fine. In this episode, Lyndsay Soprano is joined by Dr. Roberta Garceau for a grounded conversation about the realities of stress, the importance of self-advocacy, and why wellness doesn’t need to be overwhelming to be effective.

Dr. Garceau introduces the concept of Elemental Wellness—a blend of Western medicine and time-honored traditional practices that bring healing back to basics. Together, she and Lyndsay explore how small, consistent shifts in daily habits can have a big impact on physical and emotional resilience.

They talk about the importance of tuning into your needs, practicing self-compassion, and letting go of the pressure to “do wellness” perfectly. Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can do for your health is also the simplest.

Tune in if you’re craving a more realistic, sustainable way to take care of yourself, without burning out trying to get there.

Find Dr. Roberta Garceau Online Here:
Website: drrobertagarceau.com
Instagram: @myyogajoy
Facebook: My Yoga Joy
LinkedIn: Roberta Garceau
Book: Bliss Not Burnout

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Website: thepaingamepodcast.com
Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast
Facebook: The Pain Game Podcast
LinkedIn: Lyndsay Soprano
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Episode Highlights:
(00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Wellness Advocacy
(01:49) The Importance of Self-Advocacy in Healthcare
(06:48) Elemental Wellness: A Holistic Approach
(11:48) Integrating Western Medicine with Traditional Wisdom
(19:14) Mindfulness and Self-Care Practices
(27:38) Simplicity in Health: Small Steps to Wellness
(35:00) Final Thoughts on Self-Awareness and Healing

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⚠️ Content Warning. This episode contains discussions of childhood abuse, molestation, and suicidal ideation. Please take care of yourself while listening.

So many women are living with trauma that no one ever sees. In this powerful episode, Lyndsay Soprano sits down with Alreen Haeggquist for a deeply honest conversation about what it means to carry the weight of abuse, and what it takes to finally set it down.

Alreen shares her personal journey of surviving childhood sexual abuse and the complex path she’s walked through relationships, anger, and healing. Together, she and Lyndsay talk about the role silence plays as both a shield and a cage, the rawness of vulnerability, and the life-changing power of speaking your truth—when you’re ready.

This isn’t about perfection or tidy timelines. It’s about learning to listen to your own story with compassion. They discuss the power of journaling, the importance of understanding triggers, and how practices like gratitude and connection can open doors you thought were permanently closed.

Tune in if you’ve ever felt alone in your pain—or if you’re ready to turn that pain into something stronger than silence.

Find Alreen Haeggquist Online Here:
Website: alreen.com
Instagram: @alreen
Facebook: Alreen Haeggquist
LinkedIn: Alreen Haeggquist

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Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast
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LinkedIn: Lyndsay Soprano
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Episode Highlights:
(00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Trauma
(00:34) The Impact of Anger and Trauma
(03:41) Breaking the Silence: Personal Stories of Abuse
(09:40) The Role of Culture in Abuse and Silence
(13:36) Empowerment Through the Me Too Movement
(19:08) The Healing Power of Writing and Journaling
(26:28) Finding Gratitude Amidst Pain
(30:10) Understanding Triggers and Emotional Responses
(37:14) Building Supportive Relationships

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If counting sheep worked, you wouldn’t still be awake at 3 a.m. In this episode, Lyndsay Soprano is joined by Michael Byrne for a deep dive into why so many of us struggle to sleep and how it’s not just about noise machines, blackout curtains, or melatonin gummies.

Michael shares the story behind his smart sleep mask, a device that uses neurofeedback and personalized audio to help the brain unlearn the patterns that keep it stuck in stress and sleeplessness. But this conversation goes way beyond tech. Lyndsay and Michael explore how emotional trauma, daily stress, and an overactive mind all contribute to restless nights, and why traditional “one-size-fits-all” sleep solutions often fall short.

They break down how sleep isn't just a biological need—it’s a deeply emotional one, too. From power naps to personalized sleep routines, this episode is about reclaiming rest as a critical part of healing, recovery, and functioning like a human being.

Tune in if your mind races the second your head hits the pillow—and you’re ready to finally get some real sleep.

Find Michael Byrne Online Here:
Website: getbia.com/
Instagram: @bianeuroscience
Facebook: Bia Neuroscience
LinkedIn: Michael Byrne
YouTube: Bia Neuroscience

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Website: thepaingamepodcast.com
Instagram: @thepaingamepodcast
Facebook: The Pain Game Podcast
LinkedIn: Lyndsay Soprano
YouTube: The Pain Game Podcast

Episode Highlights:
(00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Sleep Challenges
(02:07) The Impact of Sleep on Chronic Pain
(09:46) Understanding Neurofeedback and Sleep
(18:42) Innovative Sleep Technology: The Smart Sleep Mask
(28:15) The Science of Napping and Sleep Architecture
(34:55) Conclusion and Resources for Better Sleep

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Addiction doesn’t always look like rock bottom—and recovery doesn’t have to mean all or nothing. In this episode, Lyndsay Soprano sits down with Katie Lain for a powerful conversation about alcohol, family patterns, and the complicated truth about what healing from addiction can actually look like.

They dive into the neuroscience of alcohol use and the way it hijacks the brain’s reward system, challenging the outdated narrative that addiction is simply a lack of willpower. Katie shares her personal experience and introduces the Sinclair Method, a treatment approach that uses naltrexone to gradually reduce alcohol cravings—without requiring total abstinence from day one.

Lyndsay and Katie also talk about the emotional layers of drinking: early exposure, social pressure, generational trauma, and the quiet shame that keeps so many people stuck. This episode is about choice, compassion, and giving yourself permission to explore recovery in a way that feels honest and sustainable.

Tune in if you’ve ever questioned your relationship with alcohol—or if you’re ready to let go of the idea that healing only counts if it looks a certain way.

Find Katie Lain Online Here:
Website: thrivealcoholrecovery.com
Instagram: @thrivealcoholrecovery
Facebook: Thrive Alcohol Recovery
LinkedIn: Katie Lain
YouTube: Thrive Alcohol Recovery
Podcast: Thrive Alcohol Recovery

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LinkedIn: Lyndsay Soprano
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Episode Highlights:
(00:00) Introduction to Chronic Pain and Alcoholism
(02:06) Personal Stories of Alcohol and Family Influence
(06:12) Understanding Alcohol Addiction and the Brain
(10:16) The Sinclair Method Explained
(15:17) The Journey to Recovery and Finding Freedom
(20:08) The Challenges of Alcohol Consumption and Social Norms
(24:42) Advocacy and Awareness for the Sinclair Method
(28:39) Low Dose Naltrexone and Pain Management

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