The SmarterWellth Podcast

In this episode of the SmarterWellth podcast, host Jill Hummert sits down with digital wellness advocate and AI educator Amie Rafter to explore how we can protect our mental health, creativity, and connection in an increasingly digital world.

Amie shares her journey and how becoming a mother, navigating divorce, and discovering the power and dangers of AI changed her entire perspective on what it means to live and lead well.

They unpack the hidden emotional load of tech, how digital life affects kids' resilience and mental health, and why women in midlife are often the first to feel the pressure, but also the first to shift it.

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⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 – Why authenticity matters more than likability

01:20 – Meet Amie Rafter: From corporate sales to AI educator

05:00 – The digital overload no one talks about

08:10 – How AI is changing how we think (and feel)

13:30 – Helping kids navigate digital life without losing themselves

17:00 – Tools & tactics for setting tech boundaries

22:30 – What AI really is—and how it works

30:00 – How AI can support creativity (without replacing it)

35:00 – Amie's favorite wellness-supporting AI tools

45:00 – Digital hygiene, digital well-being, and digital abstinence

54:00 – Why midlife is the moment many women reclaim their time & voice

59:40 – Final thoughts: Don't do any of this alone

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Connect with Amie Rafter

🌐 https://hbirdco.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amie-rafter-322bab10/

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In this episode of the SmarterWellth Podcast, host Jill Hummert heads north to Alaska, where she meets Tony Wood, a commercial fisherman and founder of Wild Alaska Salmon & Seafood.

Tony isn’t just talking about fish he’s showing us what it means to live in harmony with nature, why food integrity matters, and how eating well can be an act of wellness, stewardship, and legacy.

This isn’t just about salmon, it’s about living with intention, reconnecting with nature’s rhythms, and feeding our families with integrity.

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➡️ Try Wild Alaska Salmon & Seafood today! Use code 'Wellth10' at checkout to save. https://wildalaskasalmonandseafood.com/

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 – Welcome to SmarterWellth

01:14 – Meet Tony Wood: Pilot turned fisherman

02:55 – The journey from passion to purpose

07:30 – Why he sells direct-to-consumer

10:24 – The complexity of getting fresh seafood to your plate

14:50 – “Fresher than fresh”: Why frozen matters

20:00 – Jill’s shift toward food integrity as a mom

23:00 – Farm-raised vs. wild-caught: what’s really in your seafood

25:12 – What to look for at the seafood counter

33:44 – Sustainability and the Alaskan model

41:46 – Letting nature lead: rhythms, patience, and preservation

43:05 – Tony’s wellness practices & mindset

45:05 – Final thoughts on work ethic, dignity, and living fully

50:09 – Where to find Tony’s seafood

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Connect with Tony Wood & try Wild Alaska Salmon

 🌐 https://wildalaskasalmonandseafood.com/ (use the code Wellth10 at checkout to save)

 📍 Instagram: @wildalaskasalmonandseafood

 📍Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wildalaskasalmonandseafood/

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What if the thoughts that whisper “You’re not enough” aren’t actually true?

In this empowering episode, Jill Hummert sits down with therapist Beth Tellez to talk about scarcity statements—those deep-seated beliefs we inherit that keep us playing small. Together, they unpack the roots of self-doubt, how our childhood patterns shape adult behaviors, and what it really takes to rewire your brain for self-worth.

If you've ever struggled with comparison, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or impostor syndrome—this one's for you.

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⏱️Chapters

00:00 – Intro: Self-Doubt and Scarcity Statements

02:00 – Where These Narratives Come From

06:30 – Childhood Conditioning & Emotional Safety

10:15 – Comparison, ADHD, and Feeling Behind

14:00 – When Our Inner Critic Becomes Our Own Voice

18:30 – How Self-Doubt Impacts Relationships & Work

23:00 – Rewiring the Brain with Words and Mantras

28:00 – Virtual Connection, Therapy & Accessibility

31:00 – What Healing Looks Like in Real Life

36:30 – Beth’s Rituals + Mindset Shifts That Changed Everything

42:00 – Final Thoughts: You Are Enough

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Connect with Beth Tellez & Creative Counseling Center of NW Arkansas:

 🌐 Creative Counseling Center of NW Arkansas - https://www.creativenwa.com/

 📍 Instagram @creativecounselingnwa

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#SmarterWellth #SelfWorth #MentalHealthAwareness #WomenSupportingWomen #TherapistTalk #YouAreEnough #EmotionalHealing #Neuroplasticity #MindsetShift #WellnessPodcast

If you've ever looked at a food label and thought, "What does this even mean?" This episode is for you.

We're sitting down with Russ Collins, creative strategist at Plainview Beef, to talk about food transparency, sprout-finished cattle, and how what we eat truly shapes our health—physically, mentally, and generationally.

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 – Welcome + Intro

01:10 – The Story Behind Plainview Beef

03:00 – Why Most Grass-Fed Beef Still Misses the Mark

06:00 – What is Sprout-Finished? (And Why It Matters)

08:00 – Tech Meets Ranching: E-Collars + Hydroponic Feeding

11:00 – How Clean Beef Transformed Russ’s Health + Family Life

17:00 – Transparency in Food Systems: Beyond Organic Labels

20:30 – The Problem with Traditional Meat Processing

24:00 – The Link Between Food Quality + Mental Health

27:00 – Simple Steps to Start Eating Better

30:00 – Why Protein is Key to Wellness

32:00 – The Wellness Prescription: Eat Like It Matters

34:00 – Lightning Round: Wellness Habits + Self-Worth

38:00 – Where to Buy Plainview Beef + Special Offer

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Connect with Russ & Plainview Beef

Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/russcollinsbeef/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/plainviewbeef

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@plainviewbeefco

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In this empowering episode of SmarterWellth, Dr. Denny Warren, a functional medicine practitioner, breaks down the science of epigenetics and how your daily choices can literally turn your genes on and off. 

We explore the power of movement, the connection between your thoughts and your physical health, and why stress isn’t always the enemy! 

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⏱️ Chapters

[01:00] – What Is Epigenetics (and Why It Matters)

[06:00] – What Indigenous Tribes Teach Us About Health

[11:30] – Nature, Zoos & the Power of Environment

[14:00] – Movement: Your Brain’s Best Medicine

[20:00] – Gratitude, Posture & Mindset Shifts

[28:00] – Epigenetics = Hope, Not Genetic Destiny

[32:00] – Real-Life Healing Stories

[34:00] – Neuroscience of Movement

[41:00] – The Rise of Chronic Illness & Convenience Culture

[43:00] – Bruce Lipton & the Petri Dish Breakthrough

[47:00] – Understanding Stress: Helpful vs Harmful

[55:00] – Simple Tools to Reset Your Nervous System

[58:30] – Rapid-Fire Wellthy Wisdom

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🌐 Connect with Denny

Generations Health and Wellness - https://generationshwc.com/

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If you’ve ever wondered whether food could change your life, this episode is for you! 

In this episode, Jill sits down with her mom, Tina Graham, the founder of Healthy Sprout. Together, they explore how food can truly be medicine—not just for the body, but for the mind and spirit too.

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 – Why Healthy Food Can Taste Good

00:06 – Meet Tina Graham + The Mission Behind Healthy Sprout

01:00 – From Radiology to Real Food: A Career Shift Rooted in Healing

05:00 – How Cancer Patients Sparked a Food-as-Medicine Journey

10:00 – Caring for Grandpa + The Spiritual Nudge to Start a Kitchen

16:00 – From Dream to Reality: Launching Fatefully Fed

20:00 – Building a Wellness Business in a Fast Food Town

23:00 – Stories That Prove Food Connects More Than Just Nutrients

26:00 – Mythbusting + Tiny Shifts That Create Big Change

28:00 – Quick-Fire Wisdom: What Well-Being Really Looks Like

31:00 – How to Learn More + Join the SmarterWellth Community

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Learn how movement impacts mental and emotional well-being!

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In this powerful episode of the SmarterWellth Podcast, Jill sits down with dancer, entrepreneur, and movement educator CeCe Benson to explore how movement—especially dance—can be a radical form of healing, connection, and self-discovery.

- Discover how to use dance as a tool for self-trust and healing

- Explore the neuroscience behind movement and trauma recovery

- Get practical tips for building confidence in your body (even if you think you’re “not a dancer”)

⏱️ Chapters:

00:44 – What Midlife Really Feels Like

01:28 – The Power of Movement in Healing

01:32 – Reclaiming the Body Through Dance

02:53 – Identity Loss and Remembering Who You Are

06:36 – Navigating Shame and Therapy as a Mom

10:12 – Hormonal Shifts and the Mental Load

12:20 – How Faith Played a Role in Her Healing

16:47 – The Loneliness of Motherhood

21:03 – Creating Community for Women in Midlife

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🌐 Connect with CeCe

https://www.cecemariedance.com/

🔗 Resources Mentioned:

BrainDance by Anne Green Gilbert

Steezy App

Books:

10x is Easier Than 2x (by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy)

The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk

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#mentalhealth #midlifehealth #womenshealth #movementtherapy #middleagedwomen #womenswellness #dancetherapy #moveyourbody #womenempowerment #midlifehealth

Ever wonder how to really make blended families work? This episode gets real about it!

In this episode of The SmarterWellth Podcast, Jill & her husband Dan Hummert, a certified financial planner, dive into the emotional roller coaster and financial tightropes that come with merging families.

We talk...

[01:12] Setting Expectations and Building Unity

[03:20] Facilitating Positive Relationships

[07:41] The Value of a Healthy Parental Relationship

[10:14] Managing Expectations and Co-Parenting

[13:58] Tips for Communication

[17:29] Financial Planning and Children

[20:44] Aging Parents and Financial Responsibilities

[35:18] Long-Term Care and Emotional Well-being

[37:15] Dan's Key Takeaway

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Connect with Dan Hummert

 🌐 Hummert Financial - https://hummertfinancial.com/

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#parenting #womenswellness #womenshealth #selfcare #financialfreedom #moneymanagement

We all know relationships impact our well-being—but what happens when those relationships start to drain us?

In this episode, I’m joined by Beth Tellez, a licensed therapist and owner of Creative Counseling Center of NW Arkansas, to break down why boundaries are essential for healthy relationships and how to set them without guilt.

We dig into:

[0:00] Healthy Boundaries and Relational Well-being

[2:54] Understanding Historical Influences on Boundaries

[5:24] Challenges Women Face in Setting Boundaries

[7:56] Differentiating Healthy Boundaries from Rigid Walls

[13:57] Identifying Toxic Relationships and Secure Attachments

[25:34] Overcoming Guilt and Shame in Setting Boundaries

[28:21] Setting Boundaries Without Pushing People Away

[36:28] Handling Boundary Pushback from Loved Ones

[42:08] The Connection Between Self-Worth and Healthy Boundaries

[51:04] Identifying and Overcoming Codependency

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Resources & Links Mentioned:

📖The Gifts of Imperfection – A powerful book by Brené Brown on self-worth, boundaries, and authenticity.

📖 Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment – A must-read for understanding relationship patterns and secure attachment.

📖 Boundaries – Classic book on boundary-setting by Dr. Henry Cloud & Dr. John Townsend.

Connect with Beth Tellez & Creative Counseling Center of NW Arkansas:

 🌐 Creative Counseling Center of NW Arkansas - https://www.creativenwa.com/

 📍 Instagram @creativecounselingnwa

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Whether you're a woman juggling leadership and motherhood, or someone needing a little inspiration to keep going—this episode will hit home.

In this episode of The SmarterWellth Podcast, Jill sits down with Lieutenant Colonel Sidney Roberts—a Black Hawk pilot, military mom, and fierce advocate for women in leadership.

00:00 - Welcome + Meet Lt. Col. Sidney Roberts

01:20 - Growing Up an Army Brat

03:45 - How She Became a Black Hawk Helicopter Pilot

05:00 - Leading Under Pressure: The Realities of Command

07:12 - Lessons From Deployment and Marriage

09:43 - Juggling Motherhood and Military Life

12:20 - Her ROTC Role and Shaping Future Leaders

15:47 - Why Resilience Looks Different for Everyone

18:10 - The Struggle of “Doing It All” as a Military Mom

20:44 - Advice for Military Families Navigating Change

25:00 - Choosing the Right Partner (and Support System)

27:30 - Building Community Through Military Life

32:00 - What Veterans Bring to the Civilian Workforce

34:10 - Final Thoughts: Grit, Grace, and Being Present

https://armyrotc.uark.edu/About_Army_ROTC/

#WomenInLeadership #MilitaryMom #BlackHawkPilot #MilitaryFamilies #LeadershipLessons #Resilience #WomensWellness