How do you keep energy levels and Vitality up, day in and day out, year after year? Adrienne Simmons was an Energizer Bunny in her younger days, but years of hard working and hard partying eventually took their toll.  In order to avoid a looming health cataclysm, she cleaned up her act and regained her Vitality post 50 years old.  Today she coaches clients through foundational strategies to build and maintain their energy and Vitality.  Ramsey and Adrienne talked about her story, how mental, physical and spiritual energy are distinct but related, and practical ways that everyone can be energetic and vital.  Listen in for a lively energy-boosting conversation!  Learn more at www.energyforlife.energy. 

How to best manage and remove symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) or the acid reflux from Gastroesophagael Reflux Disease (GERD)? Dr. Mohammad Farivar is an expert in both, with decades of clinical experience working with patients to do just that, and is the author of “Is it IBS or your DIET?”.  Dr. Farivar explained to Ramsey how there are many potential causes for IBS, how avoiding high FODMAP foods can drastically reduce IBS flare-ups, and how the right medications can bring relief for those with acid reflux.  Dr. Farivar has a highly developed sense not only for medicinal applications, but also dietary solutions for these otherwise lifestyle-altering conditions.  Please note that this podcast is NOT giving medical advice.  To learn more, visit www.gerd-ibs.com or find “Is it IBS or your DIET?” on Amazon.

How can a former Miss Universe with expertise in nutrition as well as strength training help you live a longer, healthier life? Angela Beyer, health coach and founder of House of Shape, joins Ramsey for a conversation not only about her fascinating story from burned out banker to Miss Florida, Miss USA and Miss Universe, but also about the longevity benefits of skeletal muscle as we age.  Listen in to learn how to maintain and build strength, power and endurance through every stage of life.  Learn more at www.houseofshape.com.

What does living outdoors in 300 National Parks with your teenage son teach you about natural healing, energy and water flows, and the world around us?  Rita Naomi Moran is a healer, a physical therapist, a lymphatic therapist and a student of Nutritional Therapy.  Ramsey and Naomi spoke about how she and her son experienced the natural world on their journey, how Rita enjoys heading down a new rabbit hole every couple of years to learn new things, and how we are all climbing out of a period of shared trauma related to health over the past few years.  Tune in for an inspiring, spiritual and wide-ranging conversation.  Learn more at ritanaomi.com. 

Things are clearly happening and changing, but for the better or the worse? Depends on your perspective, what you’re focused upon, and what you believe.  Ramsey attempts to describe this moment as President Trump takes office and begins to take actions on immigration, the border, international agreements and more. Ramsey looks at things from many angles, and expresses his hopes for what happens next.  How we respond to this moment can have profound impacts, positive or negative, upon our own Peace of Mind, Vitality of Body and Joy of Spirit.  Ramsey shares some critical insights to help you guard and build your own Mind, Body and Spirit Wellness in this moment.  Download the “9 Questions for Mind, Body and Spirit Assessment” at whatsworthwhile.net/resources.

How do you know if you are experiencing Peace of Mind, Vitality of Body and Joy of Spirit?  Ramsey lays out 9 key questions (three for each category) that anyone can ask themselves to get a sense of where they are at.  Peace of Mind is like the opposite of internal conflict.  Vitality of Body is feeling energetic and capable.  Joy of Spirit is what we walk around with.  How much of these do you feel?  Ponder the questions and make up your own mind.  Download the PDF version here: 9 Questions for Mind, Body and Spirit Assessment.

Now that it’s the New Year, how do you lose some weight, build some strength, and create a consistent and moderate rhythm to be fit and strong all year?  Nutrition Coaching and Life head coach Lisa Franz has lots of practical and realistic advice to do just that.  Lisa and Ramsey talk about eating habits, reducing stress and improving sleep as foundational regardless of whether our goals are losing weight, increasing overall fitness or building muscle.  They also talk about strategies tailored to each one of those goals.  Listen in for ways to make 2025 your most steadily healthy and strong year to date!  Learn more at www.nutritioncoachingandlife.com. 

What did Ramsey and six previous podcast guests think of 2024 and what do they hope for in 2025?  They each responded to an Audio Survey and you will hear how they lined up on some common threads, and were completely different on other topics.  2024 was a wild year for these folks with national elections, major life challenges, and wonderful blessings.  2025 is stacked up to be a year of renewal, business building and celebration.  This combination of voices reflects openly and honestly on the current state of our lives and world, and offers consistent but nuanced advice on how to make the most of the year coming up.  

Featuring:

Jane Barlow Christensen (www.barlowherbal.com) 

Jose Ramirez (https://www.facebook.com/jose.l.ramirez.144) 

Karen Warwick (www.breatheagainwellness.com) 

Robin Tucker (liftedby.love) 

Sarah Wilson (www.everythingsmessywellness.com) 

Tracy Kenela (https://www.youtube.com/@CalmingTheChaos)

Previous What’s Worthwhile Discussions:

Jane Barlow Christensen, Barlow Herbal Specialties

Jose Ramirez, Ultra Runner

Karen Warwick, Breathe Again Wellness

Robin Tucker, Lifted By Love

Sarah Wilson, Everything’s Messy Wellness

Tracy Kenela, Lokahi Counseling

What’s it like when a hurricane wipes entire towns out of hills, your city is isolated, your pipes run muddy water and you are just trying to live your life and start a new semester as a teacher of Nutritional Therapy?  Patti McCoy, of the Nutritional Therapy Association (NTA) and resident of Asheville, NC found the experience to be tragic, difficult and yet inspiring and joyful as she witnessed and participated in the efforts of community members, volunteers and authorities work together to get Western North Carolina functioning again.  Ramsey and Patti spoke about the aftermath of the storm, what life was like two months later, and how people expressed their best and worst during a crisis.  Oh … and they discussed their experiences as student and teacher at the NTA.  So for extra credit (just kidding!), check out this episode.

Do you ever get distracted, or tired, and wish you had the drive to accomplish more?  Alan Lazaros would call that drive “grit”.  Alan is one of the founders of Next Level University and a business coach, and Alan has more of that grit in his little finger than Ramsey has underneath his fingernails.  Ramsey and Alan discuss Alan’s early background as an achiever of things that ultimately did not matter to him, the near-miss that made him re-evaluate his priorities, and how he has become laser-focused on achieving not only his goals, but also the goals of his clients.  Alan identifies as an Engineer … as such he measures, calculates, designs and builds problem-solving solutions for businesses.  Ramsey can kind-of relate … he identifies as a Builder.  If you’ve ever struggled with motivation, wanted to become more successful than you are, and are fundamentally willing and eager to put in the work to do it, then this episode is for you.  Learn more at www.nextleveluniverse.com.