Eager to Be Healthy - a Health and Happiness Podcast

Michael Eger
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The Eager to Be Healthy Podcast — hosted by Michael Scott Eger, health coach and wellness advocate — brings you inspiring health and happiness conversations that empower you to live a more vibrant, balanced life. Join us for aspirational, real-talk episodes featuring everyday people who've overcome struggles with health, chronic illness, happiness, mental wellness, and personal growth. We dive deep into nutrition, healthy eating, food sensitivities, gluten-free living, being active, fitness motivation, social dynamics, relationships, love, sadness, emotional resilience, and the joy of building a perfect life — one that's truly happy and healthy. The most powerful stories come from laypeople just like you — ordinary folks figuring out how to eat better, move more, feel better, and thrive without perfectionism. No experts-only vibes here — just authentic, relatable journeys that show transformation is possible. I'm Michael Scott Eger, your host and guide. I help people eat better and have way more fun doing it. Growing up pre-internet, pre-cell phones, and pre-gluten-free era, I battled severe illness from childhood — multiple surgeries by age 15, endless doctors, and no real answers. In 1987, I discovered food was the root cause. Changing what I ate changed everything: better energy, clearer hearing, stronger school performance, and a new lease on life. Over 30+ years of personal experimentation and helping others, I've built real knowledge on holistic wellness, natural healing through diet, and sustainable lifestyle changes. I healed myself first so I could pay it forward — because I know the deep pain of being sick and want no one else to suffer. That's the heart of the Eager to Be Healthy Wellness Network — a community dedicated to wellness, nutrition tips, healthy living, happiness habits, and supporting each other on the path to feeling great. Tune in for motivating, down-to-earth discussions on health transformation, mind-body connection, joyful eating, and living with more energy, purpose, and happiness. Subscribe now and start your journey to be Eager to Be Healthy! Eagertobehealthy.com

  1. 6d ago

    Eager to be Healthy - Jenny White Rewiring Your Brain with Pen and Paper

    Jenny White, a retired nurse and brain tumor survivor, shares her journey of recovery and reinvention after a traumatic brain injury. Her experience led her to become an author of medical thrillers, using her own challenges as inspiration for her characters. Takeaways ResilienceReinvention Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Health Journey09:50 Reinvention Through Writing16:05 Nursing and Advocacy

    21 min

  2. May 26

    Eager to Be Healthy—Mia Mason—Storytelling and OCD

    Mia Mason shares her mental health journey and the role of artistic expression in her healing process. The conversation delves into understanding OCD and its impact on daily life, followed by a discussion on the therapeutic process of art and self-publishing. Takeaways Mental health journeyArt as therapy Chapters 00:00 Mia Mason's Mental Health Journey and Artistic Expression11:15 Therapeutic Process of Art and Self-Publishing

    33 min

  3. May 20

    Eager to Be Healthy - Becky Funk and connecting to teens

    Becky Funk shares her journey of overcoming health challenges and finding happiness, leading to her work in supporting moms and teens. She emphasizes the importance of nervous system regulation and effective communication with teens, offering practical advice and resources for parents. Takeaways Nervous system regulation is keyUnderstanding and relating to teens is a complex process Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Becky Funk06:16 Choosing Happiness11:33 Supporting Moms and Teens24:29 Understanding Teen Development30:43 Engaging in Conversations with Teens

    36 min

  4. May 5

    Eager to be Healthy - Jay Cowal from Correction Officer to Connector of Conversations

    The conversation delves into the journey of health and happiness, the challenges of managing mental health in a demanding career, strategies for coping with mental health challenges, the transition to a new career and lifestyle, and the introduction of Podstars, a unique service for podcasters. The key takeaways emphasize the aspirational nature of health and happiness, as well as the importance of balancing them with the stresses of daily life. Takeaways Health and happiness are aspirational goalsBalancing health and happiness with the stresses of daily life is essential Chapters 00:00 Journey to Health and Happiness05:28 Managing Mental Health in a Challenging Career10:58 Transition to a New Career and Lifestyle

    21 min

  5. Apr 28

    Eager to be Healthy - Ice baths and Business with Nathan Baws

    The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including health, happiness, business, wellness industry, and habit reset. It delves into the emotional process of ice baths, reducing cortisol levels, and the use of continuous glucose monitoring for health refinement. The guest, Nathan Baws, shares insights on wellness, business, and the impact of habits on health and success. Takeaways Health and happiness are foundational for business success.Continuous glucose monitoring provides valuable data for refining health and dietary choices. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background07:42 Tony Robbins and Ice Baths18:07 Reducing Cortisol Levels27:57 Pattern Interrupts and Habit Reset34:08 Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Health Refinement

    38 min

  6. Apr 21

    Eager to Be Healthy - Mike Vardy - The Might of Will

    Mike Vardy shares insights on productivity, health, and lifestyle optimization. He emphasizes the importance of routines, planning, and capturing tasks to free up mental energy for deeper thinking and creativity. His approach to productivity is holistic, focusing on effectiveness, efficiency, and balance in life. Takeaways Routines and planning are essential for building healthy habits and balanced lifestyle.Capturing tasks and offloading mental clutter is crucial for freeing up mental energy and making better choices. Chapters 00:00 The Productivityist Podcast and Working with Mike Vardy

    37 min

  7. Apr 16

    Eager to be Healthy with Dr. Dorothy Martin Neville

    The conversation delves into the themes of health, happiness, resilience, and professional growth. Dr. Dorothy Martin Neville shares her journey of overcoming adversity and achieving success through passion, purpose, and determination. The discussion emphasizes the importance of seizing dreams with passion and purpose, and provides actionable advice for transcending adversity. Takeaways Passion and purpose drive happinessOvercoming adversity through determination and resilience Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Being Healthy and Eager07:21 Challenges and Adversity16:46 Seizing Your Dreams with Passion and Purpose27:00 Contact Information and Closing

    29 min

  8. Apr 7

    Eager to Be Healthy—Lucida Smith—Energy for the Mind

    The conversation covers Lucinda's health journey, her food philosophy, the power of thoughts and emotions, and the impact of the environment on health. Lucinda shares her experiences with melanoma, bee allergies, and scoliosis, as well as her approach to food and the importance of thoughts and emotions in health. She also discusses the impact of the environment on health, citing examples from scientific research. Takeaways The power of thoughts and emotions in shaping health outcomesThe impact of the environment on health and well-being Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Eager to be Healthy Podcast05:04 Food Philosophy and Health24:19 The Power of Thoughts and Emotions38:27 The Impact of Environment on Health

    46 min
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The Eager to Be Healthy Podcast — hosted by Michael Scott Eger, health coach and wellness advocate — brings you inspiring health and happiness conversations that empower you to live a more vibrant, balanced life. Join us for aspirational, real-talk episodes featuring everyday people who've overcome struggles with health, chronic illness, happiness, mental wellness, and personal growth. We dive deep into nutrition, healthy eating, food sensitivities, gluten-free living, being active, fitness motivation, social dynamics, relationships, love, sadness, emotional resilience, and the joy of building a perfect life — one that's truly happy and healthy. The most powerful stories come from laypeople just like you — ordinary folks figuring out how to eat better, move more, feel better, and thrive without perfectionism. No experts-only vibes here — just authentic, relatable journeys that show transformation is possible. I'm Michael Scott Eger, your host and guide. I help people eat better and have way more fun doing it. Growing up pre-internet, pre-cell phones, and pre-gluten-free era, I battled severe illness from childhood — multiple surgeries by age 15, endless doctors, and no real answers. In 1987, I discovered food was the root cause. Changing what I ate changed everything: better energy, clearer hearing, stronger school performance, and a new lease on life. Over 30+ years of personal experimentation and helping others, I've built real knowledge on holistic wellness, natural healing through diet, and sustainable lifestyle changes. I healed myself first so I could pay it forward — because I know the deep pain of being sick and want no one else to suffer. That's the heart of the Eager to Be Healthy Wellness Network — a community dedicated to wellness, nutrition tips, healthy living, happiness habits, and supporting each other on the path to feeling great. Tune in for motivating, down-to-earth discussions on health transformation, mind-body connection, joyful eating, and living with more energy, purpose, and happiness. Subscribe now and start your journey to be Eager to Be Healthy! Eagertobehealthy.com

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  • Creator
    Michael Eger
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
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    © 2026 Michael Eger