In this episode of The Deep Six, Dr. James Lewerenz has a deep and meaningful conversation with Kelly Siegel. Drawing from his podcast "Harder Than Life", Kelly explores how embracing discomfort can spark personal growth, using his journey of overcoming toxic family dynamics as an example of self-awareness and transformation.Dr. Lewerenz and Kelly discuss health and wellness, focusing on the importance of exercise, nutrition, and personalized healthcare. Kelly opens up about battling anxiety, managing serotonin levels, and advocating for self-care in today’s healthcare landscape. Tune in for an insightful episode, and don't forget to like and subscribe! Chapters:00:00 Welcome to the Deep Six Podcast00:46 Meet Kelly Siegel02:26 The Power of Quotes03:12 Bounce Back: Overcoming Adversity05:39 The Journey of Personal Growth08:21 Life Choices and Consequences10:45 Mindset and Health13:01 The Importance of Self-Advocacy19:50 Finding Balance in Life23:00 Understanding Health Risks27:26 The Role of Education in Health29:51 Reflections on Regret32:11 The Pursuit of Happiness33:00 Daily Routines for Success35:10 Meditation: A Journey of Discovery39:00 Breaking Free from Digital Dependency40:09 Understanding Stress and Health41:19 Small Changes, Big Impact Guest Links:Harder Than Life Podcast: https://harderthanlife.podbean.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@harderthanlifeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialkellysiegel/Website: Harder Than Life About:Dr. James Lewerenz takes a multifaceted approach to impact the lives of his patients. Using functional medicine, he looks at every patient on an individual, case-by-case basis, asks lots of questions, and works diligently to find the root cause of the individual's chronic pain or illness. Dr. Lewerenz is passionate and dedicated to bringing his personal experience, knowledge, and training to enhance one’s quality of life, at any age. Be well! Longevity Health Institute633 E South Blvd. Ste 2200Rochester Hills, MI 48307 (248) 289-6643https://www.longevityhealthinstituteinc.com/