When life knocks you flat, how do you rise again—stronger, steadier, and somehow even more yourself? In this episode, Tara Geraghty, founder of Hey Girl You Can, joins me for a raw and energizing conversation about the real roots of resilience and why it’s the emotional backbone we all need.

Tara’s story isn’t polished—it’s powerful. She opens up about building her career almost accidentally, surviving domestic violence, and navigating her daughter’s childhood cancer. Through it all, she discovered something life-altering: resilience isn’t a personality trait. It’s a skill you can build, and it’s the one tool that changes everything.

Together, we talk about what resilience actually looks like in the messy, day-to-day real world—parenting through medical trauma, advocating for our kids when the medical system gets it wrong, and learning to trust ourselves again after life has shattered us a little. Tara shares simple, grounded practices like gratitude journaling, reframing scary experiences, and helping kids feel powerful even in medical environments that typically take their power away.

If you’re craving strength, community, and the reminder that you can rise even when life feels heavy, this conversation will land right where you need it.

Explore Tara’s work, join her community, or take her 5-Day Resilience Challenge at www.taragonline.com. And follow her on social: @tarasvoice and @tarasvoiceig on Instagram.

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When was the last time you really checked in with yourself—body, brain, and heart—not just powered through?

In this solo episode, Autumn dives into what it truly means to tune into yourself, especially during seasonal shifts when your body aches more, your energy dips, and life feels just a bit “off.” She shares candidly about starting a new ADHD/anxiety medication, how it unexpectedly quieted her anxiety loop, and how that calm has revealed deeper misalignments in her life—not depression, but an invitation to realignment.

You’ll hear how small, practical tweaks—like swapping out an unsupportive office chair, adjusting a monitor height, replacing worn-out shoes, or rethinking your pillow—can dramatically reduce pain and tension. Autumn also explores self-intimacy: knowing what you need, how you like to be cared for, and where you’re still outsourcing self-knowledge to partners, professionals, or distractions like social media.

She invites you to notice where there’s friction in your day-to-day life, what your body has been trying to tell you, and what it might be time to let go of—just like the trees in fall.

Connect with Autumn and the Wellness in Every Season community through her website and social links in the show notes, and reach out if you’re ready for deeper one-on-one support.

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When your mind runs hot, your skin often tells the story—and in this episode, that story becomes a path to relief. Dr. Jeanne Retief joins Autumn to trace the invisible thread between anxiety and the skin, sharing how panic disorder reshaped her life and inspired FIGGI Beauty, a line created for dry, sensitive skin. Together they unpack why stress can spark burning, redness, itching, and breakouts, how cortisol and the fight-or-flight response sensitize nerve endings just beneath the skin, and why gentle, consistent routines can feel like shade on a too-bright day.

You’ll hear practical ways to build a soothing toolkit that fits real life—from nontraditional “meditation” moments like swinging, gardening, or sipping tea, to sunscreen habits that protect without overwhelm. Dr. Jeanne also explains why she chose antioxidant-rich green rooibos extract as FIGGI’s hero ingredient and how FIGGI Soul extends the work inward with down-to-earth support for living with anxiety without the pressure to be “fixed.”

Explore FIGGI Beauty and FIGGI Soul at figgibeauty.com, and connect with Dr. Jeanne on Instagram at @figgi.beauty. If this conversation helps you breathe a little easier in your own skin, share it with someone who needs that same exhale.

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When your body’s signals feel loud but the answers feel out of reach, this conversation brings light to the fog. In Episode 158, Autumn sits down with Functional Medicine Nurse and Board Certified Nurse Coach Vanda Aubrey to unpack what’s really going on with hormones—from irregular cycles and draining PMS to the confusing shifts of perimenopause.

Vanda shares the personal journey that led her into functional medicine and the practical, compassionate framework she now uses with clients. You’ll hear how timeline-based care, mineral balance, and stress mapping can change the story, why “common” doesn’t always mean “normal,” and how tests like HTMA and, when appropriate, DUTCH can replace guesswork with clarity. We explore real before-and-afters, the power of cycle-synced nutrition, and what to prioritize if you’re feeling off but don’t know where to start.

If you’re ready to dig deeper, Vanda offers a 12-week one-on-one program, a Quick Start Hormone Audit, and a cycle-synced meal plan with her “Get to Know Aunt Flo” mini class. HSA/FSA payments are supported. Connect with her at wellnesswithvanda.com and on Instagram at @wellness.with.vanda, where you can grab her free Hormones 101 Secret Podcast via the link in her bio. For coaching and on-demand programs from Autumn, visit wellnessineveryseason.com.

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In this insightful and heartwarming episode, Autumn Carter sits down with Dr. Trevor Carlson, a pediatric physical therapist and author of Tummy Time to Walking, to explore the fascinating world of child motor development. Together, they unpack the small yet powerful milestones that help babies go from lifting their heads to taking their first steps, and how parents can gently support their child’s natural progression without added stress or comparison.

Dr. Carlson shares his journey from runner to pediatric PT, offering compassionate wisdom from years of helping children and families overcome developmental challenges. He discusses how tummy time shapes brain and body growth, why crawling is still an important step even though it’s no longer a listed milestone, and what signs indicate it might be time for professional support. The conversation expands into the deeper emotional side of parenting—letting go of perfection, embracing each child’s unique pace, and finding joy in the process rather than the timeline.

Parents will walk away with practical insights on fostering coordination, balance, and lifelong movement confidence, as well as a reminder that play and patience are some of the most powerful tools for growth.

To learn more or get a copy of Dr. Carlson’s book, visit www.tummytimetowalking.com. You can also connect with him on Facebook at Therapy Kids Eureka.

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When the mind feels scattered, sometimes what we need isn’t discipline but rewiring—a way to turn curiosity and compassion toward the patterns running our lives. In this episode, I sit down with Christine Schickinger, a former S&P 500 executive turned NeuroPositive Coach, who shares how neuroscience, mindfulness, and art-based methods like NeuroGraphica can help us move from overwhelm to calm focus. Christine’s own path from corporate leadership through burnout to healing reveals how the brain, body, and spirit can reconnect when we start observing instead of resisting.

Together, we explore how NeuroPositive, her signature approach, weaves together Presence, Perspective, Progress, and Purpose to create micro-resilience moments that quiet the mind and restore balance. During the episode, Christine guides me through a live NeuroGraphica exercise—an expressive, meditative drawing process that translates inner tension into visual flow and insight. Even if you’re just listening, you’ll feel how this gentle method brings the nervous system back to stillness.

Christine also shares the lessons animals can teach us about authentic leadership, empathy, and trust—reminding us that wellness begins in how we relate, not just how we perform.

You can explore Christine’s work and her podcast Lead Yourself and Others at christine-schickinger.com and connect with her on Instagram at @christineschickinger.

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When trauma keeps cycling through your life like a storm that never moves on, sometimes you need a different kind of lighthouse. In this episode, I sit down with trauma and psychedelic therapist Julian Bermudez of Psychedelic Integration to explore how intentional, skillfully guided work can soften defenses, surface what’s been buried, and reconnect you to the human spirit that knows how to heal. Julian shares why many clients feel they reach deeper ground with him in minutes than they have in years, how he builds safety through experiential practice before any psychedelic work, and why no medicine—plant or otherwise—does the work for us. We talk about microdosing as a long-term, sustainable companion to therapy, the difference between numbing and nurturing, and how intergenerational patterns echo through our bodies, behaviors, and relationships. Julian also opens up about food and phone addictions as modern forms of disconnection, offering a compassionate reframing: our “stuck” places are adaptations that once kept us safe, and they can be met, soothed, and transformed.

If you’ve wondered whether psychedelics can thoughtfully support trauma therapy—or you’re simply seeking a clearer path through overwhelm—this conversation offers grounded insight and humane optimism. Learn more about Julian’s work, free groups, and podcast at http://www.psychedelic-integration.net and connect on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/psycheintegration/ to continue the conversation.

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Burnout often creeps in quietly—through the exhaustion we ignore, the masks we wear, and the endless striving to meet everyone’s expectations but our own. In this transformative episode, intuitive healer and author Fabienne Louis joins Autumn Carter to share her powerful story of losing everything to burnout and finding her way back to peace, purpose, and vitality.

Fabienne opens up about the moment her body began to break down and how, after countless medical tests and unanswered questions, she discovered the path to true healing through energy work, Qigong, sound healing, and intuition. Together, she and Autumn explore how stress and unprocessed emotions live in the body, often showing up as pain, fatigue, and emotional disconnection—and how releasing these energetic blocks can restore health, creativity, and joy.

The conversation moves from the science of energy flow to the spiritual journey of remembering who we are beneath the conditioning, expectations, and noise of modern life. They also discuss how healing yourself transforms your relationships, parenting, and sense of purpose, and why reconnecting with your body’s wisdom is the most radical form of self-care.

To learn more about Fabienne’s work, visit www.fabiennelouis.com, explore her book Nothing Is Wrong With You: How to Transcend Your Limitations and Live Your Dream Life NOW on Amazon, and follow her on Instagram at @fabiennelouisart.

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Change is inevitable—but transformation is a choice. In this heartfelt episode, Transition Coach and CEO of Real Inspiration LLC, Lena M. Wilson, joins Autumn Carter to explore how to navigate midlife transitions with clarity, compassion, and courage. Drawing from her 25 years in corporate HR and her own powerful journey through loss, identity shifts, and renewal, Lena helps listeners understand why change often feels paralyzing—and how to move from surviving to truly thriving.

Together, Autumn and Lena unpack the emotional and psychological layers of transition—fear of the unknown, grief from what’s ending, and the internal resistance that keeps us clinging to the familiar. They discuss how to honor your emotions, reframe fear, and create a roadmap for growth that aligns with your values and wellness. The conversation moves through midlife career changes, relationship transitions, and the quiet work of rediscovering purpose when your old roles no longer define you.

Lena also shares insights from her Transition Blueprint™, a framework for reframing setbacks, regulating emotions, reclaiming confidence, and reigniting your next chapter. Whether you’re facing a career shift, a major life change, or a quiet internal transition, this episode will help you see that you’re never truly stuck—you’re simply being invited to evolve.

Connect with Lena at lenawilson.com, explore her free transition guides at lenawilson.com/resources, and follow her journey on Instagram and TikTok @coachlenawilson for inspiration and tools to support your next season of growth.

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In this uplifting episode, Autumn Carter welcomes Dr. Amelia Duran-Stanton—a Colonel in the U.S. Army, physician assistant, educator, and author of The LOTUS Within: Grow Your Purpose and Ignite Your Passion. Together, they explore the art of strategic planning, time management, and prioritization through the lens of personal growth, resilience, and self-compassion.

Dr. Duran-Stanton shares her remarkable journey from her roots in the Philippines to over three decades of military service, weaving in lessons on leadership, purpose, and the power of helping others while maintaining self-care. The conversation blossoms into a deep reflection on how we can all create structure and meaning in our lives without losing sight of who we are. Listeners will find encouragement to balance ambition with rest, to plan boldly while staying flexible, and to nurture the “big rocks” that matter most—family, health, and legacy.

They also discuss her workbook-style approach to The LOTUS Within, guiding readers to rediscover passion and purpose through reflection, journaling, and strategic life design. Whether you’re a professional juggling roles, a parent seeking balance, or someone craving direction, this episode offers tangible insight on how to take control of your time and craft a life of alignment and intention.

You can connect with Dr. Amelia Duran-Stanton at www.ameliads.com or follow her journey on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, Pinterest, and YouTube under @pinayarmypa. Her book The LOTUS Within is available on Amazon.

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