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🎧 On this episode of Everything's Messy Podcast I sit down with Laura Folkes as she flips the script and coaches me! If you've ever felt like you're stuck in a battle with food, this is the episode for you!

Laura shares her incredible journey of making peace with food after years of weight loss struggles and restrictive dieting. Her approach, called "Truce with Food," is all about digging deep and understanding the emotional triggers behind our food choices—and wow, did we dig deep today!

🍪 Highlights from this Episode:

• Laura’s personal story of losing 60 pounds but still feeling out of balance with food.
• How we can have a "truce" with food instead of constantly battling with willpower and restriction.
• My own revelation about why I sometimes rebel against food rules—yes, Laura totally coached me on this one!
• The emotional and psychological triggers behind our eating habits, like a need for belonging or feeling misunderstood (spoiler: it goes way deeper than cravings).
• How to make food an accessory to life, rather than the star of the show at every gathering.
• A powerful shift in mindset: learning when to rebel intentionally and when it might be costing you more than you think.

💡 Messy Moment of the Episode: We really shake up the snow globe on this one, as Laura says! You'll hear me get real about dealing with holiday food temptations and that constant "choose your hard" mentality, especially as a Type 1 Diabetic. The rebellion is real, and the struggle is messy, but as Laura shows me, there’s a way through it.

🌟 Connect with Laura:
You can find her at
https://laurabfolkes.com/

https://www.facebook.com/laurabfolkes

https://www.instagram.com/laurab.folkes/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7D09wLFLAHKOH5nbCEFBRA

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In this episode of Everything’s Messy Podcast, I sit down with Rheanna Nutter, the powerhouse behind Chronic Success Society. Rihanna opens up about her journey from climbing the corporate ladder to facing the overwhelming challenges of chronic illness. Diagnosed with conditions like gastroparesis and hyper-mobile EDS, Rihanna shares how her health struggles forced her to step back from her corporate career and, eventually, her creative venture of making custom signs.

But her story doesn’t stop there! Rheanna found a way to transform her messy reality into something inspiring—building a community for entrepreneurs like herself who battle chronic illness. She launched the Chronic Success Society to offer resources, support, and guidance for those trying to balance health and business. Through self-awareness, tracking habits, and prioritizing wellness, she’s learned how to thrive despite the challenges and now helps others do the same.

Tune in to hear how Rheanna found strength in the mess, created a thriving community, and turned her setbacks into a passion-driven business. It's an inspiring conversation about perseverance, self-care, and the power of finding purpose through the pain. If you’ve ever wondered how to navigate business ownership while managing chronic illness, this episode is for you!

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Email - hello@thechronicceo.co

Website - www.chronicsuccesssociety.com

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thechronicceo/

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On this episode of Everything's Messy Podcast I share a quick message about 9/11 and pay tribute to all the heroes and victims who lost their lives on that tragic day. May we always remember.

Into the episode we go where I have a heart-wrenching yet empowering episode, join me as I dive into an incredible conversation with Kevin Hoover, entrepreneur, consultant, and the founder of Hug Your People. Kevin's story is one filled with the raw realities of life, messiness, and a transformation born out of hardship. 💪

Kevin opens up about his picture-perfect suburban life, where one moment he was the dad on the soccer field with his cappuccino ☕, and the next, he was thrust into a whirlwind—his son was diagnosed with cancer. The shift from “soccer dad” to “cancer dad” happened in the blink of an eye, with no warning signs or preparation. 🚁 Kevin shares the terrifying moment when his son was airlifted to the hospital due to kidney failure caused by a tumor. 💔

🌪️Through the chaos, Kevin found a new sense of clarity, purpose, and strength. Despite the heartache, Kevin and his family rallied together, and his son bravely fought through the unimaginable. 🙌 Kevin details the physical and emotional toll, from collapsing on the kitchen floor in exhaustion to juggling his business life during his son’s treatment.

Out of this experience came a beautiful idea—Hug Your People. Inspired by his son’s resistance to wheelchairs and preference for riding in wagons, Kevin and his family began donating wagons to other pediatric cancer patients. To date, they’ve donated over 400 wagons to families going through similar battles. 🚂💕

🌟Kevin also dives into how this messy journey changed his approach to life and business. After learning how to balance life while running a business during his son’s treatment, he found that focusing only on what matters most led to success—tripling his revenue while working less. Now, Kevin helps others find their time and create meaningful, purpose-driven lives.

Where You Can Find Kevin 🌐

If you’re ready to reclaim your time and realign your life with purpose, connect with Kevin:

• Instagram/TikTok/YouTube: @themissionstomargins
• Website: mynextcrest.com

Don’t forget to connect with Kevin and check out Hug Your People for more info on how you can support pediatric cancer research and families. ✨ 💫

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