This one has been a long time coming. For 15 years, I lived inside the prison of an eating disorder that is anorexia, bulimia, food addiction, and body dysmorphia. It was loud, lonely, and exhausting. I hid it behind smiles, success, and “healthy” habits…until I couldn’t anymore.
In this deeply personal episode, I open up about what recovery has really looked like, the pain, the progress, and the quiet miracles that changed everything. I share how I healed my relationship with food, with my body, and most importantly, with myself.
✨I let you in on:
If this speaks to you, please like, comment, subscribe, and share. You’re not alone. ❤️
Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell.
Here are the key moments from the episode:
00:00 The Untold Battle I’ve Hidden for 15 Years
03:42 Living in the Grip of an Eating Disorder
07:15 The Physical Damage No One Talks About
13:35 What Body Dysmorphia Really Feels Like
17:02 Why Recovery Isn’t a Straight Line
24:49 Hiding My Disorder in Plain Sight
29:22 When Love Meets Self-Doubt
33:17 The Moment I Realized Shame Breeds Secrecy
36:41 Trading One Destructive Pattern for Another
41:02 Hurting Myself to Feel in Control
49:54 Redefining Self-Worth Beyond the Mirror
54:03 How Childhood Shapes Body Image
58:29 The Pressure to Be Perfect in a Public Life
1:02:45 Breaking Free from the Need to Be “Enough”
1:07:16 What True Healing Actually Looks Like
1:11:33 Learning to See My Body Through Love
1:16:04 The Role of Therapy, Faith, and Self-Work
1:20:12 Why Vulnerability Is the Gateway to Healing
1:24:36 Lessons I’ve Learned from Past Relationships
1:34:03 The Hard Truth About Long-Term Recovery
1:39:41 What I Want Every Woman Struggling to Know
1:44:25 How to Help Someone Who’s Struggling
1:49:37 Finding Meaning in My Story
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What was meant to be a five-day trip to visit my daughter for her birthday in Thailand…turned into two very unforgettable weeks in foreign hospitals when Marley had yet another unexpected medical emergency. In this episode, Ryan and I share our experiences with Marley – from having the time of our lives on a tropical island with Marley, to the dreadful night it all went downhill and the hospitals became our hotel.
Without giving it all away, I’ll say this… God has a way of delivering incredible little gifts of light in hard and heavy circumstances. This trip was no exception. A thing that felt so scary to experience on the other side of the world turned into quite the experience full of bonding mother-daughter moments, inside jokes and laughter, and mind-blowing top-notch medical care from Bangkok.
Bonus? If you ever want to REALLY get to know the person you are dating, have a family emergency 30 hours away that extends your trip while being stuck in a hospital room with them. Safe to say, Ryan passed with flying colors.
In this episode, I share:
Our entire medical experience in Thailand: hospitals visited, cost of care, insurance used
The story behind it all – including how Marley is healing
All about our Thailand travels – Bangkok to Koh Samui
The beautiful gifts of grace that we found along the way
Some pretty sweet relationship lessons I’m learning from Ryan’s kindness
Why learning to let someone else lead changed everything
The hidden strength that emerges when you’re running on empty
If this episode moved you, please like, comment, subscribe, and share. It truly helps our little community grow. ❤️
Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell.
Here are the key moments from the episode:
0:00 The Story Behind This Episode
5:25 The Call Every Parent Dreads
7:25 Fear in a Foreign Hospital
10:58 What Saved Us in Thailand
14:46 First Impressions of Bangkok
18:02 The Side of the City No One Sees
21:43 Jet Lag, Street Markets & Getting Scammed
26:10 When I Finally Let Go of Leading
30:04 Learning to Be Led
33:56 Love That Survives Life’s Tests
37:48 When Parenthood Pushes Your Limits
41:29 Finding Faith in Fear
45:18 The Gift Hidden in Breakdown
49:04 When a 5-Day Trip Turns Into 2 Weeks of Survival
53:10 Gratitude in the Messiest Moments
57:42 The Lesson I Didn’t Expect
1:02:25 The Spiritual Side of Surrender
1:07:01 Parenting Grown Children
1:11:42 The Beauty of Being Fully Present
1:16:18 Coming Home Changed Forever
1:23:22 Why Hard Seasons Reveal Who We Are
1:27:58 How Love Looks Different After This
1:32:43 From Fear to Faith: The Lesson I’ll Never Forget
1:37:16 What I Hope You Take From This Story
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My daughter Marley’s first big adventure abroad—a four-month humanitarian trip in Thailand—turned into one of the scariest moments of my momming life. Every parent’s worst fear happened when she was rushed to a hospital in a small Thai town called Phitsanulok with unbearable abdominal pain. So far from home. So far from mom.
In this episode, I open up about what happened, my own kidney stone journey, and the lessons I’ve learned as a mom watching my child suffer from afar.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
If this resonates, please like, comment, subscribe, and share. It means the world to me and helps others find these conversations. Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell.
Here are the key moments from the episode:
0:00 Why I Had to Record This Episode
3:03 The Emergency Call That Changed Everything
7:59 What Kidney Stones Really Feel Like
16:06 When Marley’s Diagnosis Was Confirmed
17:04 Surgery or Wait? The Impossible Decision
20:15 Discovering Thailand’s Health Care System
23:14 The Helpless Reality of Parenting From Afar
27:04 The Moment Marley Realised She Was an Adult
31:10 Becoming Your Own Safety Net
36:39 Why Struggle Is the Greatest Teacher
39:39 A New Perspective on My Own Mom
43:14 Trusting Our Kids’ Inner Strength
46:08 The Song That Captures It All
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❤️ Do you ever really “get over” someone you loved? Ryan is back for round two of unofficial co-host auditions, and this time, the conversation gets deeply personal.
In this episode, we talk about Dave, my best friend, partner, and someone who shaped so much of my life, and what it’s been like to grieve for him while moving forward. Ryan opens up about what it’s like to love someone who has loved and lost, and why true emotional safety matters more than anything.
We also laugh about our early days of getting to know each other, weird CrossFit coincidences, and yes — I may have told an overshare-worthy pee story at the end.
✨We explore in this episode:
🫶🏻 If this episode resonated with you, please like, comment, subscribe, and share with someone who needs to hear it. Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell.
Here are the key moments from the episode:
03:05 Our Surprising Start: From Nicknames to Hairlines
05:56 Birthday Vibes & Why I Skipped a Heavy Episode
08:06 Exosome Therapy for Hair Loss
11:51 Botox Mishap & The Forehead Story
14:53 The Question Ryan Was Nervous to Ask Me
18:02 Protein Shake Wars Begin
21:06 The Delivery Box Letdown
27:14 Protein Preferences & Relationship Compromises
30:25 CrossFit Memories & The Unexpected First Meeting
33:42 Ryan Asked Me, “Do I Miss Dave?”
37:45 How Grief Shifts From Missing to Gratitude
41:05 Why Keeping Someone’s Memory Alive Can Be Healing
46:12 The Partner Who Awakens Your Inner Child
49:20 Taking Off the Mask – Secrets, Shame & Judgment
52:47 The Healing Power of Radical Honesty
56:05 Unfinished Business? What I Really Feel About Dave
01:00:25 Grief, Death, and Why Collective Pain Hits So Hard
01:06:20 Youth Trauma, Reality TV & The Awakening After 2015
01:08:10 When Laughter Turns to “Should We Call 911?”
Connect with Heidi:
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Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
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About Ryan Isaac:
If you caught Episode 70, you already met my favourite off-camera co-host and yes, Ryan’s back for round two of co-host tryouts! By day, Ryan is a financial advisor and co-founder helping professionals make sense of money and big life decisions. He also spent a decade behind the mic, hosting one of the top finance podcasts in his space. But today, he’s here for something even more valuable: to hold space, ask big questions, and help me unpack love, loss, and life’s messiest moments. Trust me. You’ll leave this one feeling seen.
Curious about peptides? This episode is your ultimate crash course on anti-aging, weight loss, recovery, and hormone optimization, straight from the expert himself, Chris Morris, PA-C, co-owner of Nulevel Wellness & Medspa.
We cover everything you need to know:
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Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell.
Here are the key moments from the episode:
0:00 Why Peptides Are the Most Powerful Wellness Tool
5:08 How Peptides Boost Weight Loss, Muscle Growth & Recovery
8:30 Biggest Mistake People Make Starting Peptides
12:45 Safe Dosing With Peptides
16:50 Peptides for Women & Hormone Support
20:40 Growth Hormone Peptides Explained
29:40 Collagen, Fine Lines & Youthful Skin From Within
33:15 Can Peptides Replace Fillers & Injections?
37:45 What I Use for My Own Skin Routine
42:00 Why Recovery Gets Harder Over 40
44:20 Rapid Healing for Injuries & Soreness
52:50 Using Peptides for Everyday Recovery
56:20 Are Peptides Safe for Teens?
1:05:45 Peptides That Boost Libido
1:08:00 Peptides for Brain Fog & Memory Fix
1:10:30 Deep Sleep Peptides vs. Melatonin
1:13:40 How Peptides Can Replace Xanax
1:18:30 The Peptide for Metabolism & Fat Loss
1:21:10 How to Choose a Clinic & Get Safe, Effective Treatment
1:25:00 Why You Should Start Your Peptide Journey Now
Connect with Heidi:
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Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
Instagram: @realheidipowell
Facebook: Heidi Powell
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Train with Heidi on her Show Up App: https://www.showupfit.app/
Connect with Dr. Chris Morris:
Website: https://nulevelwellnessmedspa.com/
Instagram: @health_and_hormones
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nulevel_wellness/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nulevelwellnessmedspa/
About Dr. Chris Morris:
Dr. Chris Morris, PA-C, has spent 20+ years helping patients reclaim their health through proactive, science-based care. A summa cum laude graduate of Northern Arizona University and certified PA from the University of Iowa, Chris co-founded East Valley Urology Center before launching Nulevel Wellness & Medspa. Today, he specializes in hormone optimization, peptide therapy, weight loss, and longevity medicine, helping clients boost energy, recover faster, and feel their absolute best. In this episode, Chris shares exactly how women can use peptides and hormone support to look younger, feel stronger, and take control of their health.
Raising teens with financial wisdom (and boundaries) is no small task. Especially when we’re trying to help our kids avoid the same disastrous mistakes we made! In this episode, I sit down with Ryan…friend, financial advisor, and father, to talk about some of the struggles (especially financial) that come with raising adult kids.
We dive into:
Some of the hilarious and probably ridiculous (but hopefully effective) ways I’m teaching my kids to value money and real-life experiences.
We talk about all things from finances to stuffing suitcases with mac & cheese and shampoo. It’s part financial strategy, part parenting therapy… and all heart. Whether you’re a single mom, a tired dad, or just trying to raise grounded kids, this one’s for you.
Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell.
Here are the key moments from the episode:
0:00 Why Marley Is Headed to Thailand
2:46 More About Marley’s Humanitarian Trip
10:51 How Much the Average Kid Costs to Raise
18:31 Who the Heck is Ryan?
22:01 The Best Financial Lesson My Dad Taught Me
33:01 How I Blew All of My College Money
38:41 What is a 529 College Savings Account
45:01 Roth IRAs and How to Build Your Kids’ to 5 Million Dollars!
50:31 The TWO KEYS to My Kids’ College Money
56:11 Why I’m Letting My Kids Struggle
1:10:46 How to Introduce Financial Literacy at Home
1:28:11 Preparing Your Kids for Life Without You
1:34:01 What to Do When Your College Kid Calls in Crisis
1:45:21 Final Thoughts on Growth, Grace & Letting Go
Connect with Heidi:
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Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
Instagram: @realheidipowell
Facebook: Heidi Powell
YouTube: @RealHeidiPowell
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About Ryan:
Ryan Isaac is a financial advisor and co-founder of Dentist Advisors. For the past 17 years, he’s been helping dentists make sense of money and big life decisions. He also hosts the Dentist Money™ Show, the most widely listened-to financial podcast for dentists over the last decade, where he talks about everything from investing and taxes to the real-life challenges of running a business.
In this deeply personal episode, I talk about launching my second bird into the world… my 18-year-old daughter, Marley. It was an emotional goodbye for the both of us that triggered all sorts of thoughts and feelings as a mom. Pride. Grief. Gratitude. And regret…for all the things I wish I’d done over the years before she left.
In this episode, I open up about the challenges I’m encountering as I learn to raise adult children as a single mom (yes, I said it), the silent ache of letting go, and the surprising ways I’m healing in the process. Hint…one of the ways may or may not be a HUGE surprise party for this daughter of mine who *said* she never wanted to be celebrated (but deep down that’s all she craved).
From co-parenting and sacrifice, to throwing that goodbye surprise party of a lifetime, I’m slowly learning to let my kids become who they are, and I’m sharing it all. This isn’t just a life update. It’s a love letter to motherhood, growth, and choosing to celebrate even through the heartbreak.
PS. UPDATE ON MATIX’S CHURCH MISSION INCLUDED!!
Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell.
Here are the key moments from the episode:
0:07 A Life Update
2:00 Raising Adults Means Learning to Let Go
6:03 The Reality of Single Parenting
10:01 The Heavy Pressure of Being “Mom and Dad”
15:28 Marley’s Emotional Goodbye and the Thailand Trip
21:47 Why She’s “Projecting” and That’s Okay
24:14 The Empty House and What’s Next
25:24 How Matix Is Doing One Year Into His Two-Year Mission
31:05 The Farewell Party That Changed Everything
37:18 Regret, Guilt, and the Middle Child
46:02 What Marley Really Wanted All Along
50:17 Teaching Her Daughter to Speak Her Truth
Connect with Heidi:
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Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
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I'm so excited to have Dr. Radhika Sharma back with us for another deep, vulnerable, and real conversation, the kind we all need but rarely have. Dr. Sharma is an Ob/Gyn, certified wellness coach, and co-host of the Double Scrub podcast. In this episode, we go there, from vaginas and hormones to PCOS, fibroids, menopause, and all the questions we’re too scared or ashamed to ask. Nothing is off-limits. This is about truth, empowerment, and finally getting answers with someone who truly gets it. Get ready to feel seen, supported, and a whole lot less alone.
Resources in this episode:
Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell.
Here are the key moments from the episode:
0:07 Dr. Sharma is Back!
1:05 Why We Don't Talk About Vaginas
6:32 Why Am I Still Bleeding?
11:00 Medications + Holistic Approaches for PCOS
19:49 Pain During Sex + Shame in the Exam Room
24:05 How to Find the Right Doctor
30:06 How to Ask for Hormone Testing
36:53 Birth Control vs HRT
41:54 Overtraining and Inflammation
46:21 Menopause Weight Gain
50:10 Depression After Menopause
53:51 Final Thoughts + More to Come
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Connect with Dr. Radhika Sharma:
Website: https://busyobees.com/
Instagram: @busyobmama
TikTok: @busyobmama
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhika-sharma-994218143/
About Dr. Radhika Sharma:
Dr. Radhika Sharma is a board-certified OB-GYN, certified wellness coach, and co-host of The Double Scrub podcast. With a passion for women’s health, hormonal balance, and burnout prevention, she combines medical expertise with lived experience to empower women through every stage of life. She’s the co-author of “Thriving After Burnout” and has been featured in Fabulous Wisconsin for her work in health and wellness. Known for her relatable, no-fluff approach, Dr. Sharma speaks openly about the realities of aging, hormones, and self-care, helping women feel seen, supported, and confident in their health journey.
I didn’t plan this update, but it needed to happen. Life has felt messy, chaotic, beautiful, grounding, and grief-filled all at once. In this episode, I open up about everything I’ve been walking through, healing after loss, navigating love, facing my truth, and running a retreat that cracked me (and nine other brave women) wide open. This is raw. It’s personal. And it’s real. I’m learning to stop betraying myself just to keep others comfortable, and I’m finally breathing again. If you’ve been waiting for the next life update, this is the one. I’m not who I was…and maybe, neither are you.
To learn more about our next retreat, which will be held on October 16-19 in Arizona, go to rewireexperience.com to schedule a free, no commitment discovery call. I’d love for you to join us!
Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell.
Here are the key moments from the episode:
0:08 Life Update: Why I’ve Been Quiet
4:11 The Overwhelm of Doing It All
7:14 A Relationship That Became a Mirror
11:21 Emerging From the Dark Winter
16:03 The Pain of Self-Betrayal
20:32 Why Transformation Scares People
26:15 For Anyone in Silent Pain
30:34 Real Healing at the Retreat
34:58 You Don’t Have to Perform to Be Loved
38:05 A Shift That Can’t Be Undone
42:29 Our Next Retreat Is Coming
Connect with Heidi:
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Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
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I’ve been a skeptic of weight loss shots for years… As a health and fitness pro, I’ve always believed in movement, nutrition, and mindset over quick fixes. But my brother, Denver Lane, founder of Nulevel Wellness, has been nudging me to at least have the conversation.
So we did. On air.
In this raw and honest episode, Denver and I dive into the truth behind weight loss injections like semaglutide and tirzepatide—the good, the bad, and the myths that need busting. We talk about:
What these medications really do in the body
Why coaching and nutrition support are non-negotiable
How hormone optimization plays into long-term wellness
The risks of muscle loss, undernourishment, and going it alone
And yes… the future of aging well
It’s one of the most important (and controversial) health convos I’ve had, and it might just change your perspective like it’s starting to change mine.
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Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell.
Here are the key moments from the episode:
0:00 Welcoming Denver Back
3:16 What Doctors Aren’t Talking About
9:31 Is This the Missing Piece?
13:41 Why Men Don’t Talk About This Stuff
18:23 How to Know If You’re Out of Balance
22:31 Balancing Hormones: The First Steps
27:33 Why Energy Levels Are a Health Indicator
32:35 Denver's Turning Point
37:37 Misdiagnosed and Misunderstood
40:08 The Truth About Testosterone
45:10 Building a Clinic on Compassion
50:12 How to Advocate for Your Own Health
55:14 Step Into Your Next Level
Connect with Heidi:
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Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
Instagram: @realheidipowell
Facebook: Heidi Powell
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Connect with Denver Lane:
Website: https://nulevelwellnessmedspa.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nulevel_wellness/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denverlane/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nulevelwellnessmedspa/
About Denver Lane:
Denver Lane is a serial entrepreneur and wellness visionary who co-founded Nulevel Wellness, one of the fastest-growing clinics in Arizona specializing in hormone optimization, peptide therapy, and personalized wellness plans. With a background in real estate and a lifelong passion for health, Denver combines sharp business acumen with a deep commitment to helping people live better, longer lives.
His journey into functional medicine began over a decade ago when he was faced with the terrifying possibility of a brain tumor. That moment became a powerful wake-up call, prompting Denver to dive headfirst into understanding hormones, health, and human optimization. What started as a personal health scare turned into a mission to create a better, more accessible model of care—and Nulevel Wellness was born.
Oh, and fun fact…He happens to have the best sister in the world. 😉
I’ve never had a conversation quite like this one. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Radhika Sharma, an incredible OB-GYN, wellness coach, and host of the Double Scrub podcast, who’s become not just a guest but a true friend. We talk about everything women are too embarrassed to ask: perimenopause, hormones, vaginal health, low libido, dryness, aging, and how to feel good again. Nothing is off-limits. You’ll hear anonymous questions from real women, questions I’ve asked myself too. If you’ve ever felt confused, alone, or dismissed this conversation is for you. You’re not broken. There’s help. There’s hope.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Here are the key moments from the episode:
0:07 Why We’re Talking About This
6:47 Meet Dr. Radhika Sharma
10:33 “Welcome to Getting Old”
14:06 Hair Loss, Anxiety, and Feeling Broken
17:17 The Shame Around Periods and Menopause
23:05 The Truth About Estrogen and Dementia
30:05 The Study That Misled a Generation
38:12 Let’s Talk About Vaginas
46:23 Yes, Even Breast Cancer Survivors Can Use It
53:23 “Why Do I Smell Differently?”
59:39 Water-Based Lubes and What to Avoid
1:08:07 It’s Not Just About Function, It’s About Truth
Connect with Heidi:
Website: https://heidipowell.net/
Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
Instagram: @realheidipowell
Facebook: Heidi Powell
YouTube: @RealHeidiPowell
Train with Heidi on her Show Up App: https://www.showupfit.app/
Connect with Dr. Radhika Sharma:
Website: https://busyobees.com/
Instagram: @busyobmama
TikTok: @busyobmama
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/radhika-sharma-994218143/
About Dr. Radhika Sharma:
Dr. Radhika Sharma is a board-certified OB-GYN, certified wellness coach, and co-host of The Double Scrub podcast. With a passion for women’s health, hormonal balance, and burnout prevention, she combines medical expertise with lived experience to empower women through every stage of life. She’s the co-author of “Thriving After Burnout” and has been featured in Fabulous Wisconsin for her work in health and wellness. Known for her relatable, no-fluff approach, Dr. Sharma speaks openly about the realities of aging, hormones, and self-care, helping women feel seen, supported, and confident in their health journey.
This conversation wrecked me in the best way. In this episode, I sit down with Melissa Methven, a mother, author, breathwork facilitator, and widow who lost her husband to suicide. Melissa shares the raw truth behind her picture-perfect life and how grief shattered and ultimately awakened her. We talk about finding purpose after loss, raising children through trauma, and the painful yet beautiful path of healing. Her courage to speak what most people hide is something I’ll never forget. If you've ever felt broken or silenced by grief, this is the episode your heart needs.
Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Melissa’s book: The Truth Behind the Smiles: https://amzn.to/4j07QFF
Melissa’s podcast: Not Alone with Melissa Sue Methven
TV segment about Melissa’s story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7MZIqKP1U4o
Here are the key moments from the episode:
0:41 Meeting Melissa and Watching Her Rise
6:05 Her Husband’s Death by Suicide
9:17 The Day Everything Changed
13:12 The Hidden Pain Behind a “Perfect” Life
15:04 Suppressing Her Voice and the Toll on Her Health
20:02 Telling the Kids Their Dad Was Gone
26:00 Leaving Alaska to Start Fresh
33:12 Calling Her Pain a Gift
39:03 The Weight of Regret and Guilt
45:02 Why Telling the Truth Matters
54:15 Giving Her Kids Tools She Never Had
1:02:13 Living a Life of Purpose
Connect with Heidi:
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Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
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Connect with Melissa Methven:
Website: https://www.melissagratitude.life/
Instagram: @melissa_gratitude
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tremblaymel
Tiktok: @melissa_gratitude
About Melissa Methven:
Mélissa-Sue Methven was born in Quebec City and raised in Vancouver, BC. In her early 20s, she became a flight attendant, flying globally on commercial and private jets, including trips with celebrities and a U.S. president. In 2006, she moved to Wasilla, Alaska, to be with her husband, Scott, and later became a dental hygienist. After Scott’s passing in 2022, Mélissa, now a widowed mother of two, has devoted her life to helping others navigate grief, reclaim their voice, and live with purpose. Her work is rooted in healing, truth-telling, and empowering others to rise from their deepest pain.
When I first opened up about my experience with ketamine-assisted therapy, I wasn’t sure how it would be received, but the response was overwhelming. So many of you reached out, curious, hopeful, and ready to heal. In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend, Molly Thankful, founder of Arizona Wellness and an integrative health practitioner who has changed my life. We talk about trauma, healing, neuroplasticity, and the sacred power of ketamine therapy when done safely and intentionally. This is personal. It’s raw. And if you’ve been silently struggling, I hope this gives you a new way forward.
Curious about ketamine-assisted therapy? I’m hosting a private women’s retreat with Molly and her medical team in Arizona, June 26-29—a safe space to reconnect, release, and rewire. If this episode stirred something in you, this might be your moment. For more info, CLICK HERE or visit https://rewireexperience.com/.
Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell
Book talked about on this episode: Soundtracks (Jon Acuff) https://amzn.to/47WV2KU
Here are the key moments from the episode:
2:47 Introducing Molly Thankful & Arizona Wellness
6:42 Why This is More Than Just Ketamine
10:35 How Ketamine Creates Neuroplasticity
15:15 Six-Session Ketamine Protocol
22:34 Awareness and Rewiring Old Patterns
26:10 Control as a Trauma Response
32:04 What a Session Physically Looks Like
39:06 Pattern Mapping Before a Session
45:22 Cancer and Emotional Release
49:49 A Deep Dive Into Healing
54:03 You’re Not Alone
Connect with Heidi:
Website: https://heidipowell.net/
Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
Instagram: @realheidipowell
Facebook: Heidi Powell
YouTube: @RealHeidiPowell
Train with Heidi on her Show Up App: https://www.showupfit.app/
Connect with Molly Thankful:
Website: https://az-wellness.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/molly.thankful/about
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arizonawellnesscenter
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollynelson/
About Molly Thankful:
Molly Thankful is an Integrative Health Practitioner and founder of Arizona Wellness, specializing in trauma-informed healing through ketamine-assisted therapy, functional medicine, and somatic practices. With over a decade of experience, she helps clients address the root causes of anxiety, depression, hormone imbalance, and chronic stress. Trained in gut health, detoxification, and nervous system regulation, Molly blends science-backed methods with deep emotional care. Her own journey through PCOS, pregnancy loss, and burnout fuels her passion for creating safe, sacred spaces where clients can reconnect with their bodies, rewire limiting patterns, and experience lasting transformation, physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
In this special episode of Heidi’s Lane, I’m doing something a little different. I handed over the mic and hundreds of your most heartfelt questions to my dear friend Tyler Hall, host of the Rollercoaster Podcast. Tyler is one of the best interviewers I know, and in this raw, unscripted conversation, we dive deep into topics that matter: faith, family, divorce, healing, and raising kids through it all. This episode means a lot to me. It’s honest, it’s personal, and it’s just the beginning of a new direction we’re taking together. I’m so glad you’re here for it.
Here are the key moments from the episode:
0:00 Why This Episode Is Different
2:45 The Most Asked Topic: Family
7:47 Redefining Her Relationship with God
11:03 Letting Her Kids Choose Faith
16:46 Choosing the Good in Religion
20:19 A Mother’s Honest Reflection on Each Child
28:26 When Do You Know It’s Time to Leave?
35:09 If One Person Won’t Try, It Won’t Work
40:17 Becoming a Better Partner Through It All
Connect with Heidi:
Website: https://heidipowell.net/
Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
Instagram: @realheidipowell
Facebook: Heidi Powell
YouTube: @HeidiPowellNet
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I couldn’t wait to bring back Erin Claire Jones, an incredible human design expert and guide, for a second conversation that’s even deeper than the first. Erin walks us through the five human design types, how they shape the way we live, work, and love, and why understanding our blueprint can unlock a life that actually fits. As a Generator myself, I share how her insights landed so profoundly with me, like coming home to who I’ve always been. If you’ve ever felt out of alignment or unsure of your path, this episode might just shift everything.
Let me know what resonates, and if you want to look up your own Human Design chart, Erin has all the resources for you. Let’s dive in!
To look up your human design and get a personalized guide all about you, CLICK HERE or visit humandesignblueprint.com (use the code HEIDI for a discount).
To preorder Erin’s new book, go to https://humandesignblueprint.com/preorder-book/.
Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell.
Here are the key moments from the episode:
0:00 Welcome Back, Erin Claire Jones
6:47 Learning to Trust Your Gut
9:38 Human Design Can Evolve with You
14:22 Don’t Self-Type Without a Chart
18:53 Real Change Requires Openness
22:13 Discernment Over Impulse
26:53 Erin’s New Book for Real-Life Application
30:19 Manifestors Need Freedom
34:46 The Reflector Type: The Rare Mirror
39:21 Feeling Overwhelmed by Human Design? Start Here
42:42 Embrace the Differences
Connect with Heidi:
Website: https://heidipowell.net/
Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
Instagram: @realheidipowell
Facebook: Heidi Powell
YouTube: @RealHeidiPowell
Train with Heidi on her Show Up App: https://www.showupfit.app/
Connect with Erin Claire Jones:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/erinclairejones
IG: https://www.instagram.com/humandesignblueprint
About Erin Claire Jones:
Erin Claire Jones is a leading expert in Human Design who has spent the past decade helping hundreds of thousands of people align with their most authentic selves through coaching, digital tools, and accessible content. Her work, featured in Forbes, Vogue, The Sunday Times, and more, offers a practical path to self-understanding using Human Design, a powerful blend of ancient wisdom and modern science. By applying these insights in her own life, Erin is redefining success, leadership, and personal fulfillment in a way that’s deeply human and profoundly impactful.
In today’s episode of Heidi’s Lane, I’m sitting down with my dear friend and fellow coach, Rachel Pastor, to dive deep into this real, raw conversation around healing, addiction, and the power of psychedelics. Rachel’s journey from heroin addiction to becoming a leader in the healing space is nothing short of extraordinary. We explore how plant medicine, like psilocybin and LSD, is changing lives, challenging old beliefs, and offering real hope for those seeking true transformation. This is an honest, vulnerable conversation that might just open your heart to a whole new way of healing.
Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell
To get your FREE guide to microdosing, CLICK HERE or visit https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/subscribe?a=WKGmWH&g=RFgV5x
To receive 10% OFF your first Golden Rule Mushroom purchase, CLICK HERE, or visit https://goldenrulemushrooms.com (use code ‘1034’ at checkout)
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Tony Robbins video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=EWXNkfB2B53kdvdS&v=BhuOCZD-FS4&feature=youtu.be
Psychedelic database: https://www.bizdelics.com/psychedelics-ecosystem-data-base/#therapeutic
Psychedelic research: https://psychedelicalpha.com
Here are the key moments from the episode:
3:38 Who is Rachel Pastor
6:24 A Challenge to Listen with an Open Heart
11:00 Rachel’s Story of Homelessness and Addiction
19:18 The Awakening During a Breathwork Session
22:00 Heidi’s Parallel Journey of Transformation
28:07 Learning to Trust Your Body’s Intuition
36:26 Releasing Shame and Pain from the Past
43:24 How Microdosing Mushrooms Started for Rachel
55:31 The Importance of Feeling Your Emotions
1:02:42 Where to Learn More About Golden Rule Mushrooms
Connect with Heidi:
Website: https://heidipowell.net/
Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
Instagram: @realheidipowell
Facebook: Heidi Powell
YouTube: @RealHeidiPowell
Train with Heidi on her Show Up App: https://www.showupfit.app/
Connect with Rachel Pastor:
Instagram: @rachel.pastor
Instagram: @goldenrulemicrodose
Website: https://goldenrulemushrooms.com/
About Rachel Pastor:
Rachel Pastor is a powerhouse entrepreneur, healer, and advocate for radical transformation. After breaking free from years of heroin addiction and homelessness, she turned her pain into purpose, helping thousands reclaim their lives through fitness, mindset rewiring, and the power of plant medicine. As founder of L’umiBliss and a leader at Golden Rule Mushrooms, Rachel is on a mission to redefine healing, ignite mental freedom, and empower people to live lives they’re obsessed with. Her work fuses science, spirituality, and raw experience to unlock the bold, limitless version of you that’s been there all along.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy changed my life, and I don’t say that lightly. After struggling through a tough year with my health and my family’s, I was led (literally by what felt like divine intervention) to Aimee Allenback, founder of Next Level Oxygen. Aimee not only gifted us with a hyperbaric chamber, but also with her friendship, wisdom, and compassion. In this episode, we dive deep into how HBOT works, what it actually feels like, and the fears I had to overcome to use it. If you’re curious, skeptical, or scared, this one’s for you. Aimee is the real deal.
Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell
To learn more + get Aimee's FREE Hyperbarics Made Simple guide, CLICK HERE. (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qyzh0jMkUZTKmlzj6F2Zbx_vR278bios/view)
To create your own wellness plan and get her ViTAL5 Method™ Plan Questionnaire, CLICK HERE.
(https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVOXiOKrbyrpOmxJUxnnjUKlhNE6n6jX4JW1OVBqYsEUD6HA/viewform)
To read the latest research mentioned in the podcast about mild pressure, ambient air hyperbaric chambers showing stem cell mobilization, CLICK HERE. (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10318163/).
Here are the key moments from the episode:
1:08 What Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?
5:56 Meet Aimee Allenback
11:43 Overcoming Claustrophobia & Fear
20:14 Understanding the Science
25:20 Why Oxygen Is the Key
31:03 Healing Stories & Neurological Gains
39:43 Addressing the Tragic Incident
46:53 How Athletes Use HBOT
51:48 What Does It Feel Like?
56:52 How Many Sessions You Need
1:06:07 Aimee’s Personal Healing Story
Connect with Heidi:
Website: https://heidipowell.net/
Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
Instagram: @realheidipowell
Facebook: Heidi Powell
YouTube: @RealHeidiPowell
Train with Heidi on her Show Up App: https://www.showupfit.app/
Connect with Aimee:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextleveloxygen/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nextleveloxygen
Website: https://nextleveloxygen.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aimeeallenback/
About Aimee:
Aimee Allenback is the owner of Next Level Oxygen Hyperbarics, a certified International Hyperbaric Technician (IHT) and Safety Director through the International Board of Undersea Medicine. She was introduced to HBOT in 2005 during her work with the National Autism Association, and her personal healing journey began in 2015 while recovering from colon surgery. In 2021, she became a devoted user of HBOT and other regenerative therapies, PEMF, red light, sauna, and hydrogen water, forming what she calls the Vital5Method™. A former product specialist and medspa owner, Aimee now helps individuals and clinics integrate wellness modalities and also volunteers for the International Hyperbarics Association.
This episode is really special. I’m sitting down with my dear friend, Jerame Mudick, owner of Reconnect Mind and Body, coach, breathwork facilitator, and true healer. Jerame has built more than a wellness space; he’s created a sanctuary. It’s where I first learned what it means to come home to myself. In this conversation, we talk about healing, not just physically, but soul-deep. We dive into the power of breathwork, the beauty of surrender, and how cold water can reveal who we really are. If you're craving something real, this one is it. Jerame, thank you for changing lives, including mine.
For a FREE guided breathing video from Jerame to help reduce stress and improve mindfulness, click HERE or go to jeramemudick.com.
Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell
Here are the key moments from the episode:
1:10 What Reconnect Means to Me
5:58 Guiding People Back to Themselves
10:34 What It Means to Come Back Home
17:07 The Cold Plunge as a Mirror
23:04 Strength vs. Surrender
26:05 The Power of Breath in the Cold
34:25 Jerame’s Personal Healing Story
42:44 The Vision for Reconnect
47:06 Trained Mind vs. Untrained Mind
54:00 Facing Limiting Beliefs
1:05:19 What Makes Resurrect Breathwork Different
Connect with Jerame Mudick:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/jeramemudick/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/thereconnectlife/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ayrbreathworkapp/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/resurrectbreath/
Website: www.jeramemudick.com
Bio:
Jerame Mudick is a global breathwork facilitator, educator, and human biomechanics specialist, dedicated to helping people reconnect with themselves and heal from the inside out. He’s the founder of Re|Connect Mind Body, a wellness space focused on internal transformation, and AYR Breath, a breathwork and meditation app. As the creator of Resurrect Breathwork, Jerame combines years of expertise in breathwork, biomechanics, and holistic healing to guide others in unlocking their subconscious and reclaiming their well-being, without needing to relive their pain.
Driven by his core belief, “You are the cause. You are the cure,” Jerame’s work empowers people to take ownership of their healing. Whether through immersive workshops, training programs, or transformative breathwork journeys, he’s committed to creating ripple effects of change that impact not just individuals, but communities around the world.
Connect with Heidi:
Website: https://heidipowell.net/
Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
Instagram: @realheidipowell
Facebook: Heidi Powell
YouTube: @RealHeidiPowell
Train with Heidi on her Show Up App: https://www.showupfit.app/
I have been intrigued by Human Design for so long, but I wanted my first real reading to happen live, right here on the podcast. So today, I have the incredible Erin Claire Jones joining me, a renowned Human Design expert whose work has been featured in Forbes, MindBodyGreen, Well+Good, and more. Erin has helped thousands of people step into their truest selves, and now, it’s my turn.
She reads my chart, and let’s just say I felt SEEN. We talk about how I make decisions, why I struggle with saying no, and why my energy thrives when I’m fully aligned (but completely crashes when I’m not). We even touch on parenting, relationships and how Human Design can help us navigate the crossroads of life with more clarity and confidence.
If you’ve ever felt lost, stuck, or just curious about what makes you you, this episode is going to blow your mind.
Let me know what resonates, and if you want to look up your own Human Design chart, Erin has all the resources for you. Let’s dive in!
To look up your human design and get a personalized guide all about you, CLICK HERE or visit humandesignblueprint.com (use the code HEIDI for a discount)
To preorder Erin’s new book, go to https://humandesignblueprint.com/preorder-book/.
Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell
Here are the key moments from the episode:
1:18 What is Human Design?
5:50 Erin’s Journey into Human Design
7:37 How Does Human Design Work?
17:42 My Human Design Type: Generator
26:11 My Decision-Making Process
32:52 Sensitivity to Environment & Identity
41:09 Parenting & Human Design
47:02 The Challenge of People’s Projections
49:55 My Gift of Ambition & Avoiding Burnout
55:23 Message for Those Curious About Human Design
Connect with Erin Claire Jones:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/erinclairejones
IG: https://www.instagram.com/humandesignblueprint
Connect with Heidi:
Website: https://heidipowell.net/
Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
Instagram: @realheidipowell
Facebook: Heidi Powell
YouTube: @RealHeidiPowell
Train with Heidi on her Show Up App: https://www.showupfit.app/
You know when a conversation is so deep, so raw, and so real that it changes you while you're having it? That’s exactly what happened in this episode. I’m sitting down (again!) with my dear friend, Alejandra Crisafulli, an award-winning master coach, global speaker, and someone who has helped over 5,000 people transform their lives. And trust me, she’s not your typical self-help guru.
We get into the real work, the kind that doesn’t just slap a band-aid on your problems but actually heals at the root. We talk about ego, the cycles that keep us stuck, and why self-help alone isn’t enough. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the inner work but still ending up in the same place, this is the conversation you need.
Plus, I share a deeply personal moment that brought me full circle in my own healing journey, one I didn’t even see coming. This one’s packed with truth, vulnerability, and a whole lot of God. You don’t want to miss it.
Ready to break free from old patterns and find real healing? Here's where you can connect with Alejandra and inquire about her coaching the 180 method coaching, and if you sign up for coaching, I’ll personally jump on a call with you too!
Listen in, and let’s get unstuck together.
Here are the key moments from the episode:
0:10 Introduction to Alejandra Crisafulli
2:55 The Anti-Self-Help Approach
5:23 The Flaws of the Self-Help Industry
7:05 The Role of God in Healing
8:28 Understanding the Voice of EGO
19:32 Difference Between Dealing and Healing
21:29 How to Hear God's Voice
28:24 A Personal Story of Divine Guidance
33:07 The Power of Humility in Healing
36:17 The Original Illusion
44:25 Connecting Life Struggles to the Original Illusion
54:36 How to Get Unstuck
57:14 The Importance of Surrendering to God
Connect with Heidi:
Website: https://heidipowell.net/
Email: podcast@heidipowell.net
Instagram: @realheidipowell
Facebook: Heidi Powell
YouTube: @RealHeidiPowell
Train with Heidi on her Show Up App: https://www.showupfit.app/
Connect with Alejandra Crisafulli:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/theballercoach/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alejandracrisafulli
Website: https://theballercoach.com/