In this episode, we welcome Michelle Padar, a certified Integrative Nutrition health coach and cancer survivor. Michelle shares her remarkable story of resilience and healing after facing cancer at just 32. She opens up about the challenges of rebuilding life post-treatment, where the support system fades and survivors are left navigating complex recovery paths. Michelle reveals how her battle with cancer was only the beginning—a journey that taught her invaluable lessons about mind, body, and spirit healing. Hear how Michelle transformed her life from a cancer caregiver for her mother to a survivor advocating for a holistic recovery approach, offering hope and guidance for others in their healing journey.

About Michelle:

Cancer survivor, wife, mother, and lifelong learner Michelle Patidar gives cancer survivors the tools they need to heal themselves from the inside out. In 2016, at the age of 32, Michelle was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and after six rounds of inpatient chemotherapy she was on a mission to heal the wounds of treatment. In response to the absence of programs that were available to help her detox and rebuild her health and immunity, she founded Revival Health & Wellness.

To help others, Michelle evaluated areas of a patient’s WHOLEhealth that are often overlooked by traditional medicine and created programs designed to be tailored to one's bioindividual make-up. She leads those looking for answers on an integrative process by working with their medical doctors to address the root cause of current health issues, improve different aspects of their lives, and address nutritional concerns through one-on-one consulting.

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Michelle's website: https://www.revivalhealthwellness.com/about

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In this special episode, Amy returns to discuss her journey of growth and the lessons learned over the past three years. We reminisce about our shared history, including Amy’s episode 68 on the Happy Whole You Podcast, where she opened up about being a people pleaser and the steps she took toward personal empowerment.

Listen in as we discuss the journey of celebrating past milestones, embracing the present, and feeling proud of the choices that led us to where we are now. We also touch on the power of perseverance and the joys of connecting with people who share our mission to serve and inspire. Tune in for inspiration, motivation, and a peek into how personal development shapes who we become over time. Don’t forget to check out episode 68 for Amy’s backstory and insights on overcoming people-pleasing habits!

About Amy:

Only a few years ago I was a broke single mom healing from an unhealthy marriage. I knew that I was meant for more, but I was stuck in a self-sabotaging cycle. I made the decision to pick myself up, did the work, took back my power, and created a dream life in just a few years. Since then I've made it my mission to help other women do the same. Everything you want starts with this first powerful step towards change. If you are ready to feel better, achieve your goals, and up-level your life or business, I'm all in on you! Let's get to work!

Connect with Amy:

Amy on the Happy Whole You Podcast #68

Her website: https://amysanders.co/

Check out her podcast: https://amysanders.co/podcast

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In this episode, Stephanie Shaw, host of the insightful podcast Hello, Hot Flash, shares her compelling story of navigating perimenopausal challenges and how her journey through a complex maze of medical consultations and health struggles sparked a passion for empowering women with holistic health knowledge.

Stephanie dives into the importance of understanding the signals your body sends and how nutrition, mindset, and lifestyle choices play a crucial role in maintaining health during midlife and beyond. She highlights how modern medical training often neglects the deeper understanding of biological feedback, leaving many women feeling unheard and frustrated as they search for answers.

Listeners will hear about common yet frequently misinterpreted symptoms such as hair loss, insomnia, weight gain, and irritability. The conversation underscores that these signs don’t always manifest as stereotypical hot flashes but can be subtle indicators of larger hormonal shifts. Stephanie shares how she found healing by listening to her body and focusing on root causes, providing insights that can help others facing similar challenges.

About Stephanie:

Stephanie Shaw is a health and wellness speaker, course creator, and host of the highly popular podcast Hello, Hot Flash. With a natural gift for educating others, Stephanie has transformed her journey of overcoming a challenging two-year illness into a thriving nutrition coaching and online menopause educator career.

Specializing in supporting midlife women, Stephanie holds two holistic nutrition certifications and an MS from Northeastern University. Stephanie's expertise lies in teaching effective strategies to manage hormones, allowing her clients to take control of their weight, boost their energy levels, and slow down the aging process. Her passion for empowering women during this transformative phase of life is evident in her dynamic coaching style and unwavering commitment to her client’s success.

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Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

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In this episode, we welcome Justin, founder of New Frontier Consulting, to discuss the power of coaching, accountability, and finding purpose in professional and personal growth. From his beginnings on a Kansas farm, through roles in pastoral work and personal training, Justin shares his journey of discovering his calling in coaching. His work now focuses on guiding small business owners to scale from “stuck” to “thriving.”

Justin dives into the importance of having a coach or mentor—not only to encourage but also to challenge you—illustrating this with stories from his time as a personal trainer. He talks about how accountability is crucial for consistent growth, emphasizing that it’s not just about knowing what to do, but consistently doing it. Additionally, he opens up about breaking the stigma around coaching and therapy, explaining how both have been essential to his success. Lastly, Justin shares insights on coaching in business, focusing on the unique challenges business owners face, such as transitioning from an employee to an ownership mindset and tackling HR and growth strategies.

About Justin:

All leaders face the same problem: limitations. Some experience this through limiting beliefs, while others face limitations in experience, staff, proper accountability, or access to capital. By focusing on the four M’s of business: Mindset, Management, Marketing, and Money, Justin helps business owners identify their limitations and overcome them. His clients learn to think like business owners instead of employees, develop and lead people well, reach their target audience, and build long-term wealth. Justin serves his clients by helping them live inspired and passionate lives that enable business owners, entrepreneurs, and world-changes of all types to leave a legacy of influence and impact on the world. He lives in Bakersfield, California with his five favorite people in the world: his wife Elise and four spectacular kids. An avid reader and outdoor lover, he is always up for the next adventure life has for him.

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Justin's Website: https://newfrontierconsult.com/

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Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

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LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank

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In this episode, we dive into Part 3 of the *Stop Bullying Yourself* series, focusing on reflection and learning from the past. We explore how blaming others or circumstances keeps us stuck in a victim mentality, and how we can reclaim our power by taking personal responsibility.

We highlight the “Value Gain Exercise,” which helps turn difficult experiences into valuable lessons that guide better future decisions. By recognizing patterns in our personal struggles, like failed relationships or setbacks, we can align our choices with our values.

This episode encourages moving past self-sabotage and using lessons from the past to build a more fulfilling, self-aware future.

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Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

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In this episode, we explore Part 3 of the *Stop Bullying Yourself* series: reflection and learning from your past to own your future. This chapter is about recognizing how we often stay stuck in a victim mentality, blaming our past, circumstances, or others for our struggles. But it also offers a way out—how we can choose to take personal responsibility and reclaim our power by learning from those experiences.

We discuss the importance of shifting from a blame mindset to one that extracts value from the tough times. Using the “Value Gain Exercise,” we look at how traumatic or difficult situations can offer powerful lessons, helping us grow and make better choices moving forward. By reflecting on personal experiences—like failed relationships or professional setbacks—we can begin to see patterns and start making decisions that align more with our values and self-worth.

Through this discussion, we focus on how our past doesn't define us but can empower us to create a more fulfilling future. This episode encourages listeners to move away from self-sabotage and embrace the lessons from their past as stepping stones to a better, more self-aware life.

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Connect with me:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

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LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank

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In this episode, we dive into part 2 of Stop Bullying Yourself series: happiness, and success, focusing on the inner bully—the voice in your head that both motivates you and sabotages your ability to enjoy success. This chapter highlights how we often give that voice too much attention and power, but also how we can choose to think and act differently. We discuss the importance of holistic health over a reductionist approach, drawing inspiration from the concept of systems thinking. Using the “Happy Holistic Matrix,” we examine the balance of all aspects of life—relationships, spiritual health, hobbies—and reflect on personal experiences, like realizing how work-life imbalance can affect well-being. Through this discussion, we emphasize the need to reconnect, become aware of the bigger picture, and prioritize the important areas of life that often get neglected.

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Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

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LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank

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What exactly is this inner voice that criticizes and holds us back, even when we achieve success? It’s the voice that tells us we’re not good enough, that we need to keep pushing harder, and that our efforts will never be enough.

In this episode, I take a deep dive into the origins and behaviors of the inner bully, how it shapes our mindset, and why it often gets louder when we should be celebrating our accomplishments. You'll also learn about the Trashcan Activity—a hands-on exercise from my book, Stop Bullying Yourself, that allows you to physically and mentally release toxic thoughts, habits, and even relationships. This simple, yet powerful activity helps create a shift by combining a strong intention with a physical action to let go of what's no longer serving you.

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Connect with me:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Instagram: @happywholeyou

Facebook: Happy Whole You

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank

Venmo: @happywholeyou