Conversations with a Chiropractor

Stephanie Wautier
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  • Alternative Health
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Conversations with a Chiropractor is a podcast hosted by Dr. Stephanie Wautier, designed to explore the journey to health, healing, and personal growth through chiropractic care and beyond. Each episode dives into inspiring stories of resilience, wellness, and overcoming adversity, featuring diverse guests who share their unique experiences. Whether discussing holistic health, mental wellness, or life-changing events, this podcast offers heartfelt conversations that empower listeners to embrace wellness and transformation in every aspect of life. Join the journey toward better health, one conversation at a time.

  1. 2d ago

    When the Roof Comes Off: Dr. Amanda Wilson on Burnout, Motherhood, and Reinvention

    When a storm tore part of the roof from Dr. Amanda Wilson's home in Hawaii, it prompted a question she could no longer put aside: was she building the life she actually wanted? Dr. Stephanie Wautier welcomes orthodontist, educator, and StraightSmile Solutions founder Dr. Amanda Wilson for a candid conversation about burnout, motherhood, faith, neurodivergence, and finding another way to use your gifts. Amanda shares how moving to Hawaii to raise her children pushed her toward virtual consulting and a different kind of professional life. She reflects on her early involvement with SmileDirectClub, the distance between her original intentions and the direction the company eventually took, and why she began sharing her knowledge through thousands of educational YouTube videos. They also discuss Amanda's experience of recognizing her neurodivergence later in life. Understanding herself more clearly has helped her identify the work she enjoys, set boundaries, and imagine a future practice designed around children's needs. The conversation then turns to Amanda's interest in jaw development, breathing, tongue mobility, and earlier evaluation of children. Stephanie and Amanda share personal and family experiences, discuss the difficulty of finding coordinated care, and consider what collaboration among dental and medical professionals could look like. Amanda also points parents toward a downloadable guide they can bring to a dental appointment. Through every part of the conversation runs the same question: how do you keep doing meaningful work while making room for the person you are becoming? In This Episode • Recognizing professional and personal burnout • Rebuilding after a storm and reconsidering everyday choices • Faith, purpose, and decision-making in business • Amanda's account of her early involvement with SmileDirectClub • Sharing professional knowledge through accessible online education • Motherhood, competitive swimming, and choosing a flexible career • Late recognition of neurodivergence and working more authentically • Questions about children's breathing, sleep, tongue mobility, and orthodontic evaluation • The cost and complexity of coordinating care across specialties • Creating another professional chapter beyond traditional clinical practice Connect with Dr. Amanda Wilson StraightSmile Solutions: https://www.straightsmilesolutions.com/ Parent and patient resources, including the downloadable appointment guide: https://www.straightsmilesolutions.com/services/for-parents-coming-soon/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZQDILf1sP5qR4p78673bzA/videos StraightSmile Solutions provides professional education and consulting for dental providers. Its parent resources are educational; the company does not offer individual patient case reviews through this service. Featured Deal: Saatva Explore Saatva's mattresses and sleep products through Dr. Stephanie's partner link. The show's partner offer provides 15% off eligible full-priced mattresses and other qualifying luxury sleep products: https://partners.saatva.com/rmh6pxv2f3tg The offer cannot be combined with other discounts. Purchases through this link may support Conversations with a Chiropractor. Featured Wellness Resource: Exodus Strong Exodus Strong offers home red and near-infrared light devices, including mats, masks, belts, and wands, along with other wellness products. Explore the range through Dr. Stephanie's affiliate link: https://exodusstrong.com?a_aid=drstephanie Purchases through this link may support Conversations with a Chiropractor. Product claims are the manufacturer's; consult a qualified healthcare professional about what is appropriate for you. Connect with Dr. Stephanie Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ConversationswithaChiro Find the show on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/drstephanie Produced by Brand|Sound Podcasts Conversations with a Chiropractor is produced by Brand|Sound Podcasts. From editing and mixing to artwork, descriptions, and ongoing production, Brand|Sound helps hosts bring their conversations to listeners. Learn more: https://voiceover.work/brandsound Start your podcast journey: brandsoundpodcasts@gmail.com A Note on the Conversation This episode shares personal experiences and professional opinions, including discussion of approaches whose evidence and clinical acceptance vary. Associations among sleep, breathing, and behavior do not establish that orthodontic treatment, tongue-tie procedures, or chiropractic care will resolve those concerns. Children's growth and treatment needs vary; there is no universal treatment deadline. Consult appropriately qualified dental and medical professionals for individualized assessment. This conversation is not medical or dental advice. Chapters 00:00 Opening 01:00 When losing a roof raises bigger questions 02:09 From braces and wires to a changing profession 02:59 Building a career beyond the traditional practice 04:24 Amanda's perspective on the jaw, neck, and airway 06:10 Two kinds of burnout and a search for direction 08:12 Making room for a different life 09:57 Ad Break 10:28 SmileDirectClub: Amanda tells her side 15:01 Turning professional knowledge into a public resource 17:47 Motherhood and the questions that became personal 20:27 Discovering her own tongue restriction 24:43 Ad Break 25:28 What parents can ask about sleep, breathing, and dental care 33:29 The challenge of getting specialists to work together 36:13 Ad Break 36:48 Finding the right care at the right time 39:44 Understanding herself and choosing work that fits 41:49 Giving yourself permission to create another chapter

    When the Roof Comes Off: Dr. Amanda Wilson on Burnout, Motherhood, and Reinvention

  2. 2d ago ·  Bonus

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    Introducing Vinh Giang: How to Communicate So People Actually Listen to You from On Purpose with Jay Shetty. Follow the show: On Purpose with Jay Shetty Communication expert Vinh Giang joins Jay to share practical tools from his first book, Before We Forget How to Connect, to help you become a more confident communicator and build deeper, more meaningful connections. Vinh explains how to become a better listener, avoid common communication mistakes, and speak so people actually pay attention. From sounding confident when you're nervous to speaking up in meetings, navigating difficult conversations, and making a great first impression, Vinh shares simple techniques to help you communicate more effectively and connect with people in every area of your life. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Instagram Teen Accounts: Built-in protections for teens. JAY'S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast What We Discuss: 00:00 Introduction 00:25 Before We Forget How To Connect 01:52 The High-Low Buffalo Icebreaker 02:45 Sharing Personal Highs 05:15 Sharing Personal Lows 11:40 Sharing Personal Buffalos 13:40 Escaping Small Talk 16:10 Overcoming Self-Judgment 17:58 Sharing Wins Without Sounding Arrogant 19:50 Communication Beyond The Script 20:40 Gen Z's Communication Struggles 23:20 Last Word, Last Letter Game 27:20 The Four Modalities Of Listening 29:50 The Three Follow-Up Questions Rule 35:50 How Do You Make A Great First Impression? 40:10 Reading the Room, Not Formulas 44:10 Finding Your Unique Voice 49:00 Life As A Book: New Chapters 50:40 Building Executive Presence 53:20 Fix Your Resting Blank Face 58:30 Filming Yourself For Self-Awareness 01:02:20 When Your Mind Goes Blank 01:06:10 The Power Of The Pause 01:09:30 How Can You Sound Confident When You’re Nervous? 01:14:40 From Texting Chemistry to Real-Life Connection 01:18:40 How to Communicate Better During Arguments 01:20:20 Learning to Speak Up In Meetings 01:25:45 How to Join a Conversation Without Feeling Awkward 01:28:20 Leaving A Conversation Gracefully 01:31:4 Embracing Vulnerability Episode Resources: Book | https://vinhgiang.com/before-we-forget-how-to-connect Website | https://vinhgiang.com/ YouTube | https://youtube.com/@askvinh Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/share/1CCPX1ChrP/?mibextid=wwXIfr LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinhgiang Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

    You Might Enjoy: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

  3. Oct 21

    More Than Your Circumstances: Dr. Jim Weathers on Purpose, Mentorship, and Healing

    A three-wheeler accident introduced Dr. Jim "Doc" Weathers to chiropractic care when he was a teenager. He didn't even know what a chiropractor was. More than 30 years later, that first experience has led to a career spanning pediatric care, sports medicine, multidisciplinary practice, and work with elite athletes. Dr. Stephanie Wautier talks with Doc about the turns he never could have planned. He describes how caring for young athletes drew him into sports medicine, how a relationship with an orthopedic surgeon opened the door to working alongside medical professionals, and what he learned from building a large practice in Illinois before beginning a different chapter in Colorado. These are Doc's experiences and recollections, including his account of how the hospital evaluated his work. Their conversation also gets candid about the next generation of chiropractors. Stephanie and Doc discuss student debt, demanding associate positions, and the responsibility established practitioners have to teach younger doctors without taking advantage of their enthusiasm. Both have changed the shape of their practices over time, and they reflect on why a successful career does not have to follow one fixed path. In the second half, Doc shares the message at the heart of his speaking work: we are more than an injury, a job title, or a difficult moment. He explains how his faith informs that belief while making room for listeners who do not share it. Stephanie and Doc talk about listening without judgment, creating space for someone to be vulnerable, and finding purpose in another chapter of life. CONTENT NOTE AND DISCLAIMER This episode includes a brief account of a person experiencing a suicidal crisis. The conversation shares the guests' personal experiences and perspectives. It is not medical or mental health advice, and it should not replace care from a qualified professional. CONNECT WITH DOC WEATHERS Doc invites listeners to leave a review through the link below. Afterward, they can access his calendar to schedule a conversation with him: https://speakerhub.com/cta/gQHi7w FEATURED DEAL: SAATVA A good day often starts with a good night's sleep. Through Dr. Stephanie's Saatva partner link, listeners can take 15% off a full-priced Saatva mattress or other eligible luxury sleep products: https://partners.saatva.com/rmh6pxv2f3tg The offer cannot be combined with other discounts. Purchases through this partner link may support Conversations with a Chiropractor. FEATURED WELLNESS RESOURCE: EXODUS STRONG Exodus Strong offers wellness products including red light devices and supplements. Explore its products through Dr. Stephanie's affiliate link: https://exodusstrong.com?a_aid=drstephanie Purchases through this link may support Conversations with a Chiropractor. Product claims are the manufacturer's; consult a qualified healthcare professional about what is appropriate for you. CONNECT WITH DR. STEPHANIE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Find Conversations with a Chiropractor on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/drstephanie PRODUCED BY BRAND|SOUND PODCASTS Brand|Sound Podcasts helps hosts turn recorded conversations into finished episodes, from editing and mixing to artwork, descriptions, and ongoing show production. Learn more: https://voiceover.work/brandsound CHAPTERS 00:00 Opening 00:32 Introduction to Dr. Jim Weathers 02:48 Journey into Chiropractic 06:01 The Impact of Personal Experience 08:18 Transitioning to Sports Medicine 11:42 Building Relationships with Medical Professionals 17:14 Integrating Chiropractic into Medical Settings 19:25 Ad Break 20:00 The Evolution of a Chiropractic Career 26:39 Mentorship and the Future of Chiropractic 33:55 Ad Break 34:39 The Burden of Student Debt in Healthcare 37:28 Nurturing Young Professionals in Medicine 40:44 The Role of Mentorship and Speaking Engagements 43:34 Understanding Purpose and Identity 46:21 The Journey of Personal Growth and Resilience 52:55 Ad Break 53:25 Creating Safe Spaces for Vulnerability 56:49 The Power of Purpose Beyond Circumstances

    More Than Your Circumstances: Dr. Jim Weathers on Purpose, Mentorship, and Healing

  4. Oct 14

    When Symptoms Don't Add Up: Dr. Jen Moriya on Celiac Disease, Stress, and Brain Health

    For years, Dr. Jen Moriya dealt with health symptoms she struggled to explain. Her search for answers took her through digestive problems, celiac disease, chronic stress, genetic testing, and questions about how to care for her brain as she gets older. In this episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier reconnects with her former Palmer College classmate. Jen shares her personal health story and explains how it shaped her work as a health coach. They discuss childhood stress, somatic movement, polyvagal theory, sleep, walking, and the challenge of finding habits a person can actually sustain. Later, Jen talks about her family history of Alzheimer's disease and the steps she has chosen to focus on for brain health. Stephanie and Jen also compare infrared sauna, red light, and laser therapy, including why those terms should not be treated as interchangeable. Some health frameworks and product claims discussed in this conversation remain debated or under study. This episode shares the speakers' experiences and perspectives for education and discussion; it is not a diagnosis or individualized medical advice. Work with a qualified healthcare professional before changing treatment or using testing results to make health decisions. LEARN MORE ABOUT DR. JEN MORIYA Genetic Health Solutions: https://mygenetichealthsolution.com/ SAATVA PARTNER OFFER Use Dr. Stephanie's Saatva partner link for 15% off a full-priced Saatva mattress or other eligible luxury products: https://partners.saatva.com/rmh6pxv2f3tg The offer cannot be combined with other discounts. Purchases through this partner link may support Conversations with a Chiropractor. FEATURED WELLNESS RESOURCE: EXODUS STRONG Explore Exodus Strong through Dr. Stephanie's affiliate link: https://exodusstrong.com?a_aid=drstephanie Purchases through this link may support Conversations with a Chiropractor. CONNECT WITH DR. STEPHANIE Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Guest inquiries: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/drstephanie CHAPTERS 00:00 Opening 00:32 Meet Dr. Jen Moriya 02:03 Gluten, celiac disease, and the search for answers 03:01 Digestive symptoms that began in childhood 05:09 Childhood stress and living in survival mode 07:52 Looking beyond the first explanation 09:32 The connection Jen sees between trauma and health 10:08 Somatic movement and nervous system regulation 13:23 The cell danger response 17:31 Addressing trauma without recounting every detail 18:55 Jen explains polyvagal theory 22:00 Triggers and the goal of greater resilience 23:41 Noticing feelings in a busy life 27:44 What Jen learned from genetic testing 32:39 Family history and concerns about Alzheimer's disease 35:08 Starting with manageable brain health habits 35:33 Walking and building a weekly routine 38:56 Sleep quality and consistency 40:16 Snoring, breathing, and sleep assessment 42:29 Infrared sauna, red light, and laser therapy 45:37 Choosing tools that fit your life 48:19 Looking at the whole person 50:56 Where to find Dr. Jen Produced by Brand|Sound Podcasts: https://voiceover.work/brandsound

    When Symptoms Don't Add Up: Dr. Jen Moriya on Celiac Disease, Stress, and Brain Health

  5. Oct 7

    Food Freedom Without the All-or-Nothing Rules: Lisa Franz on Menopause, Muscle & GLP-1s

    Lisa Franz once found herself crying in a food court in Thailand. She had finished a hard workout and was hungry, but the diet rules she had collected over the years made every available meal feel off-limits. In this episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier talks with Lisa about finding a more flexible relationship with food. Lisa is the owner and head coach of Nutrition Coaching and Life and host of the Nutrition & Life podcast. She shares how her own experience with restrictive diets shaped the way she now helps clients eat, travel, exercise, and enjoy their lives. Their conversation covers food tracking as a learning tool, the confusion many women encounter during perimenopause, the value of protein and resistance training, and why preserving strength matters well beyond the number on a scale. They also discuss GLP-1 medications, food noise, and the role of nutrition and movement alongside medical care. Through it all, Lisa returns to a practical question: Can the habits you're building make room for the life you actually want to live? Important Note This episode discusses weight, calorie tracking, menopause, nutrition, exercise, and prescription weight-management medications. The conversation is for education and discussion, not individualized medical or nutritional advice. Speak with a qualified healthcare professional before changing medication, beginning a restrictive diet, or making significant changes to your health routine. Saatva Partner Offer Use https://partners.saatva.com/rmh6pxv2f3tg for 15% off a full-priced Saatva mattress or other eligible luxury products. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts. Purchases through this partner link may support Conversations with a Chiropractor. Featured Wellness Resource: Exodus Strong Explore Exodus Strong through Dr. Stephanie's affiliate link. Purchases made through the link may help support Conversations with a Chiropractor. Connect With Lisa Franz Nutrition Coaching and Life: https://nutritioncoachingandlife.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutritioncoachingandlife/ Nutrition & Life podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nutrition-life/id1649806306 Conversations with a Chiropractor YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ConversationswithaChiro Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Email: drstephaniewautier@yahoo.com Want to be a guest? Connect with Dr. Stephanie on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/drstephanie Chapters 00:00 Opening 00:32 Meet Lisa Franz 01:54 How Diet Rules Took Over 05:01 Discovering a More Flexible Approach to Food 07:46 Why Restrictive Diets Are Hard to Live With 09:21 Food Tracking as a Learning Tool 15:08 Sorting Through Nutrition Advice 16:24 Protein, Fiber, Sleep, and the Menopause Transition 23:29 Is Your Metabolism "Broken"? 28:14 GLP-1 Medications and Food Noise 32:19 Resistance Training for Strength Later in Life 35:42 Food, Mindset, and Eating With More Attention 39:57 What Lisa Has Learned From Traveling the World 43:50 Where to Find Lisa Produced by Brand|Sound Podcasts Conversations with a Chiropractor is produced by Brand|Sound Podcasts. Learn more about podcast production, development, editing, and support at: https://voiceover.work/brandsound Start your podcast journey: brandsoundpodcasts@gmail.com

    Food Freedom Without the All-or-Nothing Rules: Lisa Franz on Menopause, Muscle & GLP-1s

  6. Sep 23

    Disability Is Not a Bad Word: Jenna Udenberg on Accessibility, Advocacy, and the Next Right Thing

    At seven years old, Jenna Udenberg was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis. Within a year, she was using a wheelchair and beginning a lifelong education in what happens when a person encounters a world that was not designed with them in mind. In this episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier talks with Jenna about disability, accessibility, assumptions, identity, and the difference between being accommodated and truly being included. Jenna shares pieces of her journey from growing up on Minnesota's North Shore to becoming a music educator, a 2020 Bush Fellow, an author, and the founder of Above & Beyond With U. Along the way, she challenges the language we use around disability, the assumptions people make about wheelchair users, and the idea that accessibility should stop at the minimum required by law. At the heart of the conversation is a simple philosophy Jenna continues to follow: Do the next right thing. Listener Offer This episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor is supported by Lemongrove Oil. Use code DRSTEPHANIE at checkout for 10% off your order. https://www.lemongroveoil.com/ Featured Wellness Resource: Exodus Strong Explore Exodus Strong, a faith-centered wellness company offering red and near-infrared light therapy products including full-body mats, masks, wands, belts and other at-home devices, along with molecular hydrogen and botanical supplements, frequency-based wellness products, and complete Light Code wellness systems. If you're interested in exploring what Exodus Strong has to offer, please use Dr. Stephanie's link below. Purchases made through this affiliate link help support Conversations with a Chiropractor and allow us to keep bringing you new conversations each week. https://exodusstrong.com?a_aid=drstephanie Learn More About Jenna Udenberg Jenna is an author, disability advocate, accessibility educator, and founder of Above & Beyond With U, an organization working to increase awareness, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging for people experiencing disability. Above & Beyond With U: https://www.aboveandbeyondwithu.org/ Within My Spokes Jenna's memoir, Within My Spokes: A Tapestry of Pain, Growth & Freedom, explores the pain, relationships, perseverance, identity shifts, and experiences that have shaped her life. The book is available in paperback, hardcover, and audiobook, narrated by Jenna herself. Links to purchase are available through the Above & Beyond With U website. Conversations with a Chiropractor YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ConversationswithaChiro Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Email: drstephaniewautier@yahoo.com Want to be a guest on Conversations with a Chiropractor? Send Stephanie Wautier a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/drstephanie Produced by Brand|Sound Podcasts Laser Secrets is produced by Brand|Sound Podcasts. Learn more about podcast production, development, editing, and support at: https://voiceover.work/brandsound Start your podcast journey: brandsoundpodcasts@gmail.com Chapters 00:34 Meet Jenna Udenberg 01:25 Diagnosed With Juvenile Arthritis at Seven 06:02 Growing Up With a Wheelchair 08:26 School, Friendship, and Learning to Navigate Difference 12:26 "Disability Is Not a Bad Word" 16:05 Assumptions, Ableism, and Being Seen 18:24 Curiosity Without Intrusion 22:29 Within My Spokes 23:29 Stories, Advocacy, and the Next Right Thing 25:30 Becoming a Bush Fellow 31:04 Music, the Trumpet, and Finding an Equal Playing Field 35:24 When the Space Creates the Disability 40:34 Discrimination, Resentment, and Moving Forward 45:33 The Pandemic and an Unexpected Career Ending 49:53 How Assumptions Become Stories 50:51 Disability as Part of the Human Experience 52:57 Closing Thoughts

  7. Sep 16

    84½ and Still Thriving: Michael Dorfman on Longevity, Purpose, and Plant-Based Living

    At 84½ years old, Michael Dorfman is still writing books, playing pickleball, experimenting with new health practices, learning from his children, and asking what else might help him live well. In this episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier talks with Michael about his decades-long journey from vegetarianism to plant-based living, what sparked his interest in longevity, and why he believes aging should not automatically mean accepting chronic disease, inactivity, or a loss of purpose. Their conversation moves beyond food into the broader ingredients of a vibrant life: movement, community, stress management, marriage, mindset, curiosity, meaningful work, and continuing to learn no matter your age. Michael also shares what he has learned from studying longevity communities around the world and why, at this stage of his life, he sees health as something we participate in rather than something we simply hope to keep. Important Note This episode includes discussion of plant-based nutrition, supplements, fasting, chronic disease, stress, cardiovascular health, longevity practices, and other health-related approaches. The experiences and opinions shared in this conversation belong to the speakers and are intended for education and discussion. They should not be interpreted as individualized medical or nutritional advice. Please consult qualified healthcare professionals before making significant dietary changes, beginning new health practices, or changing prescribed treatment. Listener Offer This episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor is supported by Lemongrove Oil. Use code DRSTEPHANIE at checkout for 10% off your order. https://www.lemongroveoil.com/ Featured Wellness Resource: Exodus Strong Explore Exodus Strong, a faith-centered wellness company offering red and near-infrared light therapy products including full-body mats, masks, wands, belts and other at-home devices, along with molecular hydrogen and botanical supplements, frequency-based wellness products, and complete Light Code wellness systems. If you're interested in exploring what Exodus Strong has to offer, please use Dr. Stephanie's link below. Purchases made through this affiliate link help support Conversations with a Chiropractor and allow us to keep bringing you new conversations each week. https://exodusstrong.com?a_aid=drstephanie Learn More About Michael Dorfman Website: https://longevitywellnessrevolution.com/ Substack: https://michaeljdorfman.substack.com/ Email: fifthstagesage@gmail.com Michael is a health and nutrition life coach, investigative author, and speaker. Books discussed in this episode include: The Thriving Vegan Information Warfare: The Battle for Truth and Freedom The Longevity Wellness Revolution Michael also offers a free longevity guidebook. A QR code or direct download link can be added here once provided. Conversations with a Chiropractor YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ConversationswithaChiro Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Email: drstephaniewautier@yahoo.com Want to be a guest on Conversations with a Chiropractor? Send Stephanie Wautier a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/drstephanie Credits Podcast production by Brand|Sound. Start your podcast journey by emailing brandsoundpodcasts@gmail.com. Chapters 00:32 Meet Michael Dorfman 01:04 From Vegetarian to Plant-Based Living 05:44 Protein, Soy, and Sorting Through Nutrition Advice 08:09 Fiber and the Standard American Diet 11:45 Leaving New York for Mexico 13:15 Nearly 66 Years of Marriage 16:20 Healthy Aging as a Couple 18:53 Food, Processed Diets, and Modern Health 22:31 The Longevity Wellness Revolution 22:45 What Are Blue Zones? 25:45 Movement Beyond the Gym 27:58 Retirement, Purpose, and Staying Engaged 29:55 Rethinking Aging in Your 80s 35:11 The Cultural Expectations Around Getting Older 37:00 Belief, Heart Disease, and Michael's Turning Point 42:20 Stress, the Nervous System, and Resilience 45:42 Learning From the Next Generation 48:53 Crawling, Mobility, and Trying New Things 51:40 Staying Curious at 84½ 54:09 Where to Find Michael Dorfman

  8. Sep 9

    86 Years in the UP: Alice Lajoie on Family, Faith, the Gossard Girls, and a Life Well Lived

    At 86 years old, Alice Lajoie has lived through a remarkable amount of change, but some of the things she values most have remained surprisingly constant: family, faith, hard work, humor, and showing up for the people you love. In this episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier sits down with Alice for a warm trip through more than eight decades of life in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. From growing up in Ishpeming as one of eleven children to becoming one of the women who worked at the historic H.W. Gossard factory, Alice offers a glimpse into a UP that looked very different from the one we know today. The conversation eventually turns to marriage, motherhood, loss, aging, and the family Alice and her husband Bobby built over nearly 65 years together. There are funny memories, difficult ones, and plenty of moments that reveal just how much history can live inside one person's ordinary life. Most of all, it is a conversation about gratitude, resilience, and the stories worth preserving while we still have the opportunity to ask. Listener Offer This episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor is supported by Lemongrove Oil. Use code DRSTEPHANIE at checkout for 10% off your order. https://www.lemongroveoil.com/ Featured Wellness Resource: Exodus Strong Explore Exodus Strong, a faith-centered wellness company offering red and near-infrared light therapy products including full-body mats, masks, wands, belts and other at-home devices, along with molecular hydrogen and botanical supplements, frequency-based wellness products, and complete Light Code wellness systems. If you're interested in exploring what Exodus Strong has to offer, please use Dr. Stephanie's link below. Purchases made through this affiliate link help support Conversations with a Chiropractor and allow us to keep bringing you new conversations each week. https://exodusstrong.com?a_aid=drstephanie In This Episode Stephanie and Alice talk about growing up in Ishpeming, family life in the 1940s and 1950s, French Canadian roots, Catholic faith, working at the H.W. Gossard factory, marriage and motherhood, raising a large family, nearly 65 years with Bobby, grief, aging, resilience, and the value of preserving family stories across generations. Conversations with a Chiropractor YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ConversationswithaChiro Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Email: drstephaniewautier@yahoo.com Want to be a guest on Conversations with a Chiropractor? Send Stephanie Wautier a message on PodMatch: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/drstephanie Credits Podcast production by Brand|Sound. Start your podcast journey by emailing brandsoundpodcasts@gmail.com. Chapters 00:33 Meet Alice Lajoie 01:28 Growing Up in Ishpeming 05:32 Family Life and Food in the 1940s 07:25 School, Faith, and Catholic Upbringing 13:34 Penny Candy, Hand-Me-Downs, and Hard Work 16:11 Laundry, Clothing, and Everyday Life 18:40 How Alice Met Bobby 20:35 Becoming a Mother at 21 22:32 Building a Family Together 25:29 Loss, Judgment, and Family Unity 28:19 Nearly 65 Years of Marriage 31:47 The H.W. Gossard Factory 37:10 Alice's Dream of Motherhood 39:02 Love, Marriage, and Family Legacy 41:39 Learning to Live With Loss 47:28 Faith, Heaven, and Remembering Bobby 52:50 Gratitude, Family, and Legacy 54:16 Closing Thoughts

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Conversations with a Chiropractor is a podcast hosted by Dr. Stephanie Wautier, designed to explore the journey to health, healing, and personal growth through chiropractic care and beyond. Each episode dives into inspiring stories of resilience, wellness, and overcoming adversity, featuring diverse guests who share their unique experiences. Whether discussing holistic health, mental wellness, or life-changing events, this podcast offers heartfelt conversations that empower listeners to embrace wellness and transformation in every aspect of life. Join the journey toward better health, one conversation at a time.

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