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by Dr. Michelle Robin
The Small Changes Big Shifts podcast is your weekly dose of wellness encouragement. It's the small changes that stick and ultimately compound to create big shifts in our holistic well-being. Dr. Michelle Robin and her renowned guests will share wisdom, knowledge, real life stories and practical tips to inspire and inform you as you move forward on your journey to a life of wellness.
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- 1 weeks ago22 min
Uncovering the Keys to Wellbeing and Longevity: A Deep Dive with Dr. Roizen Part 1
Our daily choices can shape not only how long we live, but how well we live. Dr. Michael Roizen challenges us to rethink aging by exploring how nutrition, movement, prevention, and personal motivation can influence our health trajectory. Drawing from decades of medical experience and longevity research, Dr. Roizen shares why finding your personal "why" is essential to lasting change and how wellness can benefit individuals, families, and communities. His message is hopeful and empowering: we can take meaningful steps today to live younger, longer, and with greater purpose. Key Takeaways: Our daily choices around nutrition, movement, tobacco, stress, and other lifestyle factors can significantly influence our health trajectory and quality of life. Finding your personal motivator is essential because lasting behavior change becomes more meaningful when it connects to something you genuinely care about. Staying well is not only a personal responsibility but can also contribute to healthier families, stronger communities, and a more sustainable healthcare system. <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW211767777 BCX0" role="listitem" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props= "{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":""
- 2 weeks ago28 min
A Purposeful Mission: Celebrating a Decade in Recovery and Community Care with Rob and Anissa Elsey
What began as one family's search for a safe place for their daughter to recover became a mission to help hundreds of others find stability, accountability, and hope. Rob and Anissa Elsey share the personal story behind In the Name of Grace and how their daughter's struggle with substance use disorder inspired them to expand recovery housing across Missouri. Their journey is a powerful reminder of how personal challenges can become a greater purpose when we choose to help others. Rob and Anissa also explore why recovery doesn't end when treatment does, highlighting the importance of community, peer support, structure, and accountability. From breaking generational cycles to challenging the stigma around addiction and mental health, they share why becoming "balcony people"—those who lift others up—can create lasting change. Their story shows that recovery is not something we navigate alone, and that compassion and community can help transform lives. Key Takeaways: Recovery continues beyond treatment and requires ongoing support. The right people and environment can strengthen long-term recovery. Addiction should be met with compassion, not judgment or stigma. <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW18688748 BCX0" role="listitem" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol"
- 3 weeks ago23 min
Beyond the Building: How Intentional Design and Deep Faith Shape the Future of Your Wellness Connection
What happens when the place you built to help others heal becomes part of your own story of becoming? As Dr. Michelle Robin approaches 60, she reflects on her journey from starting a small chiropractic practice to creating Your Wellness Connection—a space intentionally designed around healing, connection, and whole-person wellness. In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Michelle shares why she is embracing a new chapter with faith, curiosity, and alignment, including the transition of the current YWC building. She explores the importance of knowing your why, protecting your energy, and trusting what comes next, reminding us that our purpose and impact are never confined to four walls. Key Takeaways: Intentionality can transform a space into a place of healing, connection, and belonging. Transitions become more meaningful when we approach them with curiosity, faith, and trust instead of fear. Knowing your why can help you protect your energy and stay focused on the people and purpose that matter most. Becoming is a lifelong process of discovering who you are, what brings you joy, and what feels aligned i
- 4 weeks ago19 min
Navigating Thyroid Health: Holistic Approaches and Solutions with Dr. Alicia Johnson
Your thyroid may be small, but it plays a major role in your energy, metabolism, hormones, mood, and overall health. In this conversation, Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza sit down with Dr. Alicia Johnson to discuss common thyroid conditions, why symptoms can occur even when labs appear normal, and the importance of looking beyond surface-level answers. Together, they explore how stress, nutrition, blood sugar, hormones, vitamin D, and environmental factors can impact thyroid function. Dr. Johnson shares practical strategies for supporting thyroid health and explains how small, proactive steps can help prevent bigger health challenges in the future. Key Takeaways: Your thyroid influences every cell in your body, impacting energy, metabolism, mood, hormones, digestion, and overall health. Thyroid symptoms can occur even when standard thyroid lab results appear normal, making comprehensive testing important. Stress, blood sugar imbalances, environmental toxins, hormone fluctuations, and nutrient deficiencies can all affect thyroid function. <li class="OutlineEle
- Aug 16, 202622 min
Journey to Wholeness: Exploring How Thyroid Health Influences Our Overall Wellbeing and Vitality
Sometimes the symptoms we experience are not the real problem. They are messages from the body asking us to pay attention. In this reflective episode, Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza unpack the powerful lessons from their recent series on self-violation, trauma, stress, and finding your voice. Together, they explore how chronic stress, suppressed emotions, unresolved experiences, and daily habits can influence physical health, particularly thyroid function. Through personal stories and practical examples, they challenge listeners to become more curious about what their bodies may be trying to communicate. The conversation highlights the importance of viewing health through the lens of the Four Quadrants of Wellbeing: mechanical, chemical, energetical, and psycho-spiritual. From gut health and nervous system regulation to emotional honesty and self-awareness, Dr. Robin shares how seemingly unrelated symptoms may be connected to deeper patterns in our lives. This episode serves as an invitation to slow down, listen to your body, speak your truth, and embrace a whole-person approach to healing and long-term wellbeing. Key Takeaways: Your body is constantly communicating through symptoms, and curiosity is often the first step toward healing. Chronic stress, unresolved emotions, and lifestyle habits can influence thyroid health and overall wellbeing. Looking at health through the Four Quadrants of Wellbeing helps uncover root causes instead of only treating symptoms. <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW47553737 BCX0" role="listitem" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-fon
- Aug 9, 202619 min
The Courage to Be Whole: Inner Healing Through Somatic Work with Brooke Seiz
Peace begins by listening to what your body has been trying to tell you all along. Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza are joined by somatic therapist Brooke Seiz to explore how stress, trauma, and the nervous system shape our physical and emotional well-being. Brooke shares how reconnecting with the body through curiosity, awareness, and self-compassion can help us move beyond simply managing symptoms toward lasting healing. Together, they discuss practical ways to slow down, regulate the nervous system, support children through emotional awareness, and embrace every part of our story with grace. This conversation is a reminder that healing doesn't require perfection. It begins with small moments of awareness that create more peace, resilience, and connection in everyday life. Key Takeaways: Your body often communicates stress, trauma, and emotional needs before your mind fully recognizes them, making body awareness an essential part of healing. Practicing curiosity instead of self-criticism creates space for self-compassion and helps you respond to challenges with greater clarity and peace. Slowing down, taking intentional pauses, and listening to your nervous system are powerful habits that support emotional resilience and overall well-being. <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW490547 BCX0" role="listitem" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props= "{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"46977780
- Aug 2, 202621 min
Facing the Frontlines: Karla Perez-Solorzano on Transforming Trauma into Empowerment
Behind every emergency is a story of resilience, sacrifice, and unseen challenges. Karla Perez Solorzano, Executive Director of Healing Heroic Healers, shares her journey from 25 years as a frontline healthcare professional to creating a mission focused on supporting first responders through trauma, burnout, and healing. Through an honest conversation with Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Soza, Karla explores the importance of whole-person care, building resilience, and creating communities that support the people who dedicate their lives to caring for others. Her story is a powerful reminder that even heroes need care, compassion, and space to heal. Key Takeaways: First responders carry invisible wounds, and prioritizing their mental, emotional, and physical well-being is essential to sustaining the people who care for our communities. Whole-person healing extends beyond traditional healthcare by addressing emotional resilience, supportive relationships, and access to restorative resources. Building resilience before adversity strikes creates a stronger foundation to navigate trauma, stress, and life's unexpected challenges. <li class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW123701365 BCX0" role="listitem" aria-setsize="-1" data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="3" data-list-defn-props= "{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469
- Jul 26, 202624 min
Finding Purpose Beyond Violence: Danny Ramos' Path to Redemption and Community Impact
One conversation can change the way you see violence, healing, and hope. Danny Ramos shares his extraordinary journey from gang life and a life sentence to becoming a leader helping create safer communities through compassion, connection, and second chances. Inspired by his mother's unwavering love and belief in him, Danny transformed his life and discovered a purpose far greater than his past. Now serving with Uncornered, Danny explains why lasting change begins with trust, belonging, and opportunity. This powerful conversation explores breaking cycles of violence, the impact of mentorship and community, and the reminder that no one is beyond hope when someone chooses to believe in them. Key Takeaways: Healing begins when someone believes in your potential, even when you cannot see it for yourself. Violence is often rooted in a lack of love, connection, and purpose, making community an essential part of lasting change. Real transformation happens through trust, mentorship, and opportunities that empower people to rewrite their story. <p class="Paragraph SCXW17
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