Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with healthcare advocate and liver transplant survivor Dan Bonner. The discussion focuses on Dan’s journey from first getting sick through his liver transplant and beyond. Central themes which emerge through this powerful conversation include making sense of life- threatening illness, the physical and emotional experience of transplant and recovery, the complexities of navigating the medical system, the spiritual aspects of the transplant experience, and the complex and powerful connection with donor families. Dan Bonner is currently 51 and living at the New Jersey Shore. He was diagnosed with…
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Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with entrepreneur and researcher Dr. John Lewis. The discussion focuses on Dr. Lewis’ recent research findings on the benefits of polysaccharides on health and well-being with emphasis on the benefits for those with neurodegenerative conditions. Central themes which emerge through the conversation focus on the ways in which rebalancing the immune system can boost cognitive function and the innate power of the human body to heal itself when given the proper fuel. John E. Lewis, Ph.D. is the Founder and President of Dr Lewis Nutrition and past full-time…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with personal development coach Peggy Van De Plassche. The discussion focuses on the power of microdosing in stress, anxiety and mood management, performance and productivity. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include Peggy’s 90-day plan for integrating microdosing into one’s lifestyle in a safe and effective way, the importance of calming the nervous system, and moving out of fight or flight as a catalyst for changing mindset. After spending over 20 years in the financial services and technology industries, Peggy Van de Plassche pivoted her activities to…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with personal development coach and educator Megan Hanewald. The discussion focuses on Megan’s path into the coaching and education space and how she built on this passion to help others maximize their own potential in sports and in life. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include the idea that it is never too late to become an athlete, the importance of following your passion in sports and life, the ways that lessons from sports can transfer across domains, the importance of believing that you can … whatever…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with mindfulness architect Holly McNeill. The discussion focuses on Holly’s evolution from exhausted and burned out to thriving within the context of life and business. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include the reality that we are not our emotions, thoughts and feelings, the ways in which the P.E.R.L.O.V.E Formula helps people to create clarity, peace and ultimately positive change. Holly is a seasoned architect with 26 years of experience managing global projects, including billion-dollar hospitals. Alongside her career, she embarked on a 20-year transformative spiritual journey…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate welcomes author and professional speaker Gina Schaefer back to celebrate the launch of the show’s third year. The discussion focuses on Gina’s shift into the professional speaking world after transitioning out of The Hardware Business she built over the past 20 years. Central themes which emerge through the conversation include the power of speaking for impact, the importance of never underestimating our potential or possibility, and of trusting yourself to take that first step forward, the power of curiosity and authentic human connection in business and in life. Gina…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with emergency management expert, Patrick Hardy. The discussion focuses on Patrick’s path into emergency management and disaster preparedness and how this has evolved into a passion and thriving business. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include the power of grit and perseverance, the importance of maintaining a sense of control and self-efficacy when disaster hits, the importance of eliminating dependencies in a disaster, and how to empower people to take action in a disaster. When disaster and disruption strike there are few voices in the world as…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Dr. Don Wood, founder of The Inspired Performance Institute. The discussion focuses on Dr. Don’s path to developing a ground-breaking program to help people clear trauma, calm the mind and body and move towards potential. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include the importance of fixing the problem (unresolved trauma) and not just treating the symptoms (anxiety, depression, inflammation, etc). The ways in which it is possible to reset how the mind deals with trauma and why this is so important in unlocking one’s ability to…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with entrepreneur and Mom, Shannon Addison. The discussion focuses on the evolution of Shannon’s brand – My Crumby World. Central themes which emerge through this powerful conversation include – the importance of empowering girls towards kindness to combat bullying and mean girl behavior, the far reaching implications of bullying on the self-esteem and self-concept of girls, the importance of teaching girls to embrace and appreciate individual difference, the impact of social media on girls, the importance of creating connection with our kids through activities, and helping girls to…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and the founder of Best Seller Publishing Rob Kosberg. The discussion focuses on the evolution of Rob’s business, along with his new book Write with AI. Central themes which emerge through the discussion include the advent of AI and how this can serve a powerful tool for authors if used in the correct ways, the difference between AI generated and AI assisted content, the power of book funnels in helping authors to build a business beyond their book, and the importance of…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with artist and author, Harvey Herman. The discussion focuses on a journey through Harvey’s amazing life within the context of his recently published memoir, It’s Time to Repot. Central themes which emerge through this powerful conversation include – The importance of family, acting without being held back by fear, failure or risk, the secret of staying young — passion, purpose, meaning in life, the importance of embracing individual difference and the power in following your dreams. Harvey has been an artist as far back as he can remember.…
Subscribe: iTunes / Spotify In this episode of The Optimized Mind, Dr. Kate talks with Therman Trotman entrepreneur and Founder of The SharePoint Helpdesk. The discussion focuses on the ways in which SharePoint can streamline productivity for individuals and businesses – optimizing performance for both. Central themes which emerge through the conversation include an overview of SharePoint and how it works; the benefits of SharePoint in optimizing workflow; the importance of understanding people and business strategy as a business owner and focusing on people first using technology as a support; fostering meaning and purpose in business; the value of leaning into your…