Conversations with a Chiropractor

Stephanie Wautier
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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. Stepping Into the Bigger World: Isabella on Korea, Marquette, Music, and Choosing Courage | Conversations with a Chiropractor

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    Stepping Into the Bigger World: Isabella on Korea, Marquette, Music, and Choosing Courage | Conversations with a Chiropractor

    Stepping Into the Bigger World: Isabella on Korea, Marquette, Music, and Choosing Courage | Conversations with a Chiropractor In this episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier sits down with Isabella, a 17-year-old high school senior in Marquette who was born in Korea and made the life-changing decision to study in the United States as a teenager. Isabella shares what it was like growing up in a small coastal town in South Korea, far from Seoul, surrounded by rice fields, ocean mudflats, and a culture where education shapes almost every part of a student's day. She explains the intensity of Korean school life, from long academic days to after-school private academies, late-night homework, and the pressure many students feel to reach a university in Seoul. Her story shifts when she chooses a very different path. At 14, Isabella asked her parents if she could come to the United States to study, with the hope of attending college here and seeing more of the world. That decision brought her to Marquette, where she found new opportunities through music, school activities, healthcare programs, work, and friendships. Stephanie and Isabella talk about the cultural differences between Korean and American schools, including sports, music, dating, school dances, respect for elders, classroom participation, food, language, and self-expression. Isabella also shares her love of flute, her involvement in band, orchestra, HOSA, health occupations, and her interest in dentistry and orthodontics. At the heart of the conversation is Isabella's message about bravery. She talks honestly about the difficulty of leaving home, learning English, making friends, adapting to a new culture, and growing into a more independent version of herself. Her advice is simple and powerful: step out of your comfort zone, even when it feels uncomfortable, because that is where growth begins. In This Episode, Discover What Isabella's childhood was like in a small coastal town in South Korea How Korean school schedules compare to American high school life The role of after-school academies, known as hagwon, in Korean education Why Isabella chose to study in the United States as a teenager How music helped her find belonging in Marquette Her experience with marching band, jazz band, orchestra, HOSA, and health occupations The cultural differences around dating, school dances, makeup, uniforms, and self-expression How food, language, respect, and family expectations differ between Korea and the United States Why K-pop has helped more people recognize and appreciate Korean culture Isabella's plans for the University of Michigan and her interest in dentistry Her advice for anyone afraid to try something new Stay Connected & Explore Follow Conversations with a Chiropractor on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ConversationswithaChiro Follow Dr. Stephanie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Email for show-related inquiries and sponsorships: drstephaniewautier@yahoo.com Want to be a guest on Conversations with a Chiropractor? Send Stephanie Wautier a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/drstephanie Credits Podcast production by Brand|Sound. Start your podcast journey by emailing brandsoundpodcasts@gmail.com. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Conversations with a Chiropractor 00:40 Meet Isabella 01:00 Growing up in a small coastal town in Korea 02:00 Moving between Korea, Canada, and the United States 02:30 Choosing to study in America 03:20 Korean school schedules and after-school academies 05:00 Homework, hagwon, and the pressure to study 06:00 Sports, academics, and student life in Korea 07:00 Music, arts, and choosing a career path early 08:00 College expectations and the push toward Seoul 10:30 Leaving home and coming to Marquette 11:20 Flute, band, orchestra, and finding opportunities 12:15 HOSA, health occupations, and early healthcare experience 13:40 Exploring dentistry and orthodontics 14:40 Stereotypes about American students 16:20 Korean food, family dinners, and kimchi 18:30 Cultural similarities, food traditions, and shared human connections 19:20 Respect, classroom culture, and speaking up 21:30 Dating, school rules, and social life in Korea 22:20 Prom, winter formal, and American school dances 23:20 Graduation trips and school festivals 24:00 Uniforms, makeup, and self-expression 25:00 LGBTQ acceptance and cultural differences 26:20 K-pop, K-dramas, and the spread of Korean culture 27:40 North and South Korea, military service, and daily life 29:20 Identity, nationality, and being asked where she is from 31:20 Friendships, prom, and choosing her own path 32:00 University of Michigan and future plans 32:40 Choosing nationality and thinking about the future 33:40 A busy American schedule and working during high school 35:00 Restaurant work, confidence, and improving English 36:00 Thinking in Korean, speaking English, and language learning 37:30 What Isabella wants listeners to know 38:20 Stepping out of your comfort zone 40:20 Isabella's Korean name and closing thoughts

    42 мин.
  2. Raised in Chicago: Alice Bradley on Family, Work, Tradition, and the Kind of Love That Shows Up | Conversations with a Chiropractor

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    Raised in Chicago: Alice Bradley on Family, Work, Tradition, and the Kind of Love That Shows Up | Conversations with a Chiropractor

    Raised in Chicago: Alice Bradley on Family, Work, Tradition, and the Kind of Love That Shows Up | Conversations with a Chiropractor Episode Description In this episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier sits down with her mother-in-law, Alice Bradley, for a conversation that feels like stepping into an older version of America through somebody who actually lived it. Alice was born in Chicago in 1942, and what unfolds here is not just a life story, but a chain of memories about family closeness, responsibility, work, food, resilience, and the strange way ordinary details become priceless later. Alice talks about growing up on the north side of Chicago in a multigenerational household, being the oldest of three, and carrying responsibility early. She remembers streetcars, ether anesthesia, walking her younger sister home for lunch from school, and a childhood where her mother always worked and family members lived together because that's just what families did.  From there, the episode opens into a wider story. Alice reflects on her early working years in downtown Chicago, her time in modeling and promotional work, and the surreal contrast between a glamorous paycheck and the rough streets she had to walk through to get there. She also talks about food and heritage in a way that says more than a family tree ever could, from learning Italian cooking through family connections to remembering homemade ravioli drying all over the house at Christmas. What really gives this episode its backbone, though, is Alice's worldview. Near the end, she distills a lifetime into a few plainspoken truths: work hard for what matters, keep setting goals, look for the good in people first, and if you love someone, tell them, then back it up with action.  In This Episode, Discover What it was like growing up on the north side of Chicago in the 1940s and 1950s Alice's memories of streetcars, old-school hospital care, and early city life How being the oldest child shaped her sense of responsibility from a very young age The multigenerational family structure she grew up in, and what that meant day to day Her parents' work lives, including her mother's long years working outside the home Alice's early jobs in downtown Chicago, including beauty work and modeling The danger, glamour, and strange normalcy of commuting into the city for high-paying gigs How Italian cooking became part of her family life even without Italian ancestry Holiday traditions that defined her childhood, from lamb cakes to homemade ravioli The traditions she carried into her own home and passed down to her children Her reflections on work ethic, character, love, and saying what you mean Stay Connected & Explore Connect with Conversations with a Chiropractor: Follow Us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ConversationswithaChiro Follow Dr. Stephanie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Email for show-related inquiries and sponsorships: drstephaniewautier@yahoo.com Credits Podcast production by Brand|Sound. Start your podcast journey by emailing brandsoundpodcasts@gmail.com. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Conversations with a Chiropractor 00:40 Meet Alice Bradley 01:00 Streetcars, tonsils, and childhood memories in Chicago 02:10 Ether anesthesia and her father's Army service 03:15 Being the oldest of three in a working family 04:00 A multigenerational home and early family responsibility 05:25 Walking her sister home from school and caregiving as a child 06:35 Her parents' jobs, Baxter, and her father's work history 08:10 Losing her father young and looking back on family life 09:05 Leaving school, going to work, and heading downtown 10:00 Modeling, beauty work, and Chicago convention life 11:00 Dangerous commutes and the contrast of city glamour 12:20 What the money was like, and why the job mattered 14:00 Learning Italian cooking through family ties 15:25 German roots, home cooking, and what stayed with her 16:00 Easter baskets, lamb cakes, and holiday traditions 17:00 Missing her mother, but understanding why she worked 18:10 First nylon stockings and Christmas in the city 19:00 Homemade ravioli, sauce, and the family Christmas table 21:00 Marriage, children, and bringing traditions into a new home 22:00 Christmas Eve pajamas and blending city and farm family life 24:00 The birthday surprise that became a new sibling 25:20 Advice for grandkids, listeners, and the next generation 26:00 Work hard, keep going, and set the next goal 27:00 Look for the good in people 27:40 If you love someone, say it, then prove it

    29 мин.
  3. Thank You, God, for One More Day: Claudine Contois on Family, Grit, Faith, and a Life Fully Lived | Conversations with a Chiropractor

    18 МАР.

    Thank You, God, for One More Day: Claudine Contois on Family, Grit, Faith, and a Life Fully Lived | Conversations with a Chiropractor

    Thank You, God, for One More Day: Claudine Contois on Family, Grit, Faith, and a Life Fully Lived | Conversations with a Chiropractor Some conversations stop being content and become something closer to a keepsake. This is one of those. In this episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier sits down with Claudine Contois for a conversation that moves through nearly nine decades of memory, family, hardship, humor, survival, and love. Since this interview was recorded, Claudine has passed away. Her presence is felt deeply throughout this episode, and for those who would like to read more about her life, her obituary can be found here: https://www.fassbenderswansonhansen.com/obituaries/Claudine-Ann-Contois?obId=47520137#/obituaryInfo What makes this episode special is how fully Claudine shows up as herself. She talks about growing up in Kingsford between Italian and Swedish family roots, her deep bond with her younger brother, and the people who shaped her early life. She shares what it meant to raise four boys, leave an abusive marriage to protect them, build a second marriage that lasted more than 50 years, and create a life full of horses, snowmobiles, camping trips, card games, and unforgettable family stories. She also speaks with unusual honesty about the final chapter of her life. After a sudden leukemia diagnosis, Claudine talks openly about fear, faith, readiness, family care, and her one simple wish, not to go alone. Even in the heaviest moments, she remains unmistakably herself: practical, funny, blunt, loving, and grateful for one more day. This is a conversation about caregiving, resilience, marriage, mortality, and the memories that outlast everything else. It is also, now, a remembrance of a woman whose strength, humor, and warmth are all over every minute of it. In This Episode, Discover Claudine's childhood in Iron Mountain and Kingsford, shaped by Italian and Swedish roots Her close relationship with her brother and the family stories that stayed with her How she left an abusive marriage and rebuilt life with four boys Meeting her second husband through dancing, and building a marriage that lasted decades Her adventurous life as a mother, from horses and camping to snowmobiles and lake memories Caregiving for her parents and husband, and what those years taught her Her sudden leukemia diagnosis and the honesty with which she faced it Why memory, family presence, faith, and gratitude became the center of her final season Stay Connected & Explore Follow Conversations with a Chiropractor on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ConversationswithaChiro Follow Dr. Stephanie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Email for show-related inquiries and sponsorships: drstephaniewautier@yahoo.com In Memory of Claudine Contois Read Claudine's obituary here: https://www.fassbenderswansonhansen.com/obituaries/Claudine-Ann-Contois?obId=47520137#/obituaryInfo Credits Podcast production by Brand|Sound. Start your podcast journey by emailing brandsoundpodcasts@gmail.com. Chapters 00:00 Before we begin, a note about Claudine 00:39 Introduction to Conversations with a Chiropractor 01:18 Meet Claudine and her early family roots 03:45 Her brother, childhood memories, and family closeness 05:25 Leukemia diagnosis and being told time was short 06:20 Raising four boys and living full-out with them 09:20 Fear, seizures, and not wanting to be alone 10:00 Leaving an abusive marriage to protect her children 12:00 Meeting her second husband through dancing 14:00 Marriage advice, communication, and caregiving strain 18:10 Horseback trips, camping stories, and Whitefish Falls 21:00 Raccoons, pigs, and Claudine's farm toughness 25:00 The sudden turn in her health and the ER visit 27:20 Faith, readiness, and gratitude for one more day 28:15 Caring for her parents at the end of their lives 30:10 Cribbage, late nights, and family routines 33:00 Walkers, wheelchairs, and learning to be cared for 39:00 Nicknames, ancestry, and family identity 42:00 Wine, farm life, and old family traditions 45:00 The fun she brought to other people's lives 49:00 Facing the ending, and what comes next 50:45 Closing condolence for Claudine and her family

    51 мин.
  4. My Heart Smiles: Diana Oman on Energy Healing, Lake Superior Roots, and the Power of Forgiveness | Conversations with a Chiropractor

    11 МАР.

    My Heart Smiles: Diana Oman on Energy Healing, Lake Superior Roots, and the Power of Forgiveness | Conversations with a Chiropractor

    My Heart Smiles: Diana Oman on Energy Healing, Lake Superior Roots, and the Power of Forgiveness | Conversations with a Chiropractor Episode Description In this thoughtful and quietly powerful episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier talks with Diana Oman, a longtime healer, teacher, and author whose life has moved through more than one unexpected chapter. Diana begins at Little Girls Point, near the Wisconsin border on the far western edge of Michigan's UP, where she grew up in a family that ran cabins, rented handmade wooden boats, sold agates, and fished Lake Superior. That childhood, shaped by water, weather, hard work, and isolation, gave her a deep relationship with nature and a sense that life held more mystery than most people were willing to name. From there, the story widens. Diana shares the family lore around her grandfather, a "blood stopper" from Nordic tradition, and how that thread eventually reappeared in her own life through energy work, spiritual healing, and years of study with teachers across several traditions. What started as a professional detour into patient advocacy slowly turned into a full-body immersion in alternative healing, forgiveness work, and the idea that unresolved emotional pain has a way of surfacing in the body. One of the most moving parts of the conversation centers on ho'oponopono, the Hawaiian forgiveness practice Diana learned during several trips to Hawaii. She and Stephanie talk about how humility, apology, and emotional clearing are not "extras" in healing, they are often the missing piece. And from there, the episode naturally turns to Diana's book, My Heart Smiles, an uplifting ABC-style affirmation book for all ages that grew out of a bedtime practice inspired by Abraham Hicks and went on to find readers far beyond the UP. The book was published in 2014, is 64 pages long, and was illustrated by Colleen O'Hara. What makes this conversation land is that it never feels abstract for long. Diana's healing philosophy is rooted in real life: forgiveness, reflection, emotional honesty, daily practices, and remembering that even ten quiet minutes can begin to change the state of your mind, body, and spirit. 🎧 In This Episode, Discover What it was like growing up at Little Girls Point, with Lake Superior as both playground and teacher The story of Diana's grandfather and the Nordic "blood stopper" healing tradition How a sabbatical from teaching turned into a whole new life path in patient advocacy and holistic healing Diana's early experiences with energy work and the healer Rosalyn Bruyere Why forgiveness is central to Hawaiian healing traditions, and how ho'oponopono still shapes Diana's life today The common thread Diana sees in many healing modalities: unresolved emotional energy eventually shows up physically How My Heart Smiles was born from an alphabet gratitude practice and grew into a self-published book with a life of its own Why the book resonates with both children and adults, and how it can help people reconnect with joy, memory, and self-worth Stay Connected & Explore Learn More About Diana & Her Work: My Heart Smiles blog / author page: https://myheartsmilesblog.wordpress.com/author/dianaomanmyheartsmiles/ My Heart Smiles bibliographic listing (Google Books): https://books.google.com/books/about/My_Heart_Smiles.html?id=lT7SnQEACAAJ Related Projects Mentioned in the Episode: Yooper Wisdom documentary on Tubi (Wolf Vision Docs, Episode 1): https://tubitv.com/tv-shows/200094098/s01-e01-yooper-wisdom Wolf Vision Docs series page on Tubi: https://tubitv.com/series/300010940/wolf-vision-docs Yooper Wisdom podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yooper-wisdom/id1678546405 Connect with Conversations with a Chiropractor: Follow Us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ConversationswithaChiro Follow Dr. Stephanie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Email for Show-Related Inquiries and Sponsorships: drstephaniewautier@yahoo.com Credits: Podcast production by Brand|Sound. Start your podcast journey by emailing brandsoundpodcasts@gmail.com. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Conversations with a Chiropractor 00:41 Meet Diana Oman and Little Girls Point 02:10 Growing up on Lake Superior: cabins, boats, agates, and family business 06:20 Family roots and the mystery of Diana's grandfather the "blood stopper" 11:00 From teaching and coaching to patient advocacy 16:05 Discovering holistic healing and studying with Rosalyn Bruyere 19:15 Energy healing, spirit guides, and what "healing" actually means 23:00 Hawaii, kahunas, and learning ho'oponopono 30:00 Emotional pain, physical symptoms, and the body's deeper priorities 33:15 The accidental birth of My Heart Smiles 39:10 Hawaii, dolphins, and the "L is for Loving" story 42:30 Writing your own alphabet story and using memory as healing 45:00 Why people are starving for reflection, not just nervous system hacks 51:00 Yooper Wisdom, healing sessions, and what Diana wants people to remember 59:00 "Stay curious" and the plot twist perspective on life

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  5. 4 МАР.

    Laser vs Red Light Therapy: What's Real, What's Marketing, and What Actually Works | Conversations with a Chiropractor

    Laser vs Red Light Therapy: What's Real, What's Marketing, and What Actually Works | Conversations with a Chiropractor Episode Description In this solo episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier tackles a question she's hearing everywhere right now: "Are those at-home red light masks basically the same as laser?" A casual moment at the eye doctor turns into a clear breakdown of what's happening in the marketplace, where marketing claims are loud and the science is usually missing. Stephanie explains the core difference in plain language. Most at-home "red light" devices are LED, meaning the light is non-coherent and scatters like a flashlight. A low-level laser is coherent, tightly focused, and built to deliver targeted energy with low beam divergence. That distinction matters because it impacts depth, precision, and what the device can realistically accomplish. From there, she walks through laser classes, safety, and why not all lasers are the same. She also shares why she trusts Erchonia's approach, their research-backed model, and how different wavelengths (red, green, violet) have different biological effects. The big takeaway is simple: not everything that glows red is "laser," and not every claim deserves your money. She also highlights an important caution: even "gentle" photobiomodulation tools can be contraindicated for active cancer, because the same energy that supports cellular activity can be a problem in the wrong context. If you've been flooded with social media promises about the "fountain of youth" in a $75 mask, this episode will help you shop smarter, ask better questions, and understand what you're actually buying. 🎧 In This Episode, Discover The simplest way to tell LED red light from low-level laser therapy Why "flashlight vs laser pointer" is the best mental model for what's happening What coherence, beam divergence, and depth really mean, without the jargon Why "laser" doesn't automatically mean dangerous, and why class matters How Erchonia's FDA clearances and research approach separates it from hype What different wavelengths are commonly used for in low-level laser therapy A clear caution about active cancer and why stimulation-based tools may be contraindicated The bottom line: heat and light can be useful, but "useful" is not the same as "proven" Stay Connected & Explore Connect with Conversations with a Chiropractor: Follow Us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ConversationswithaChiro Follow Dr. Stephanie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Email for Show-Related Inquiries and Sponsorships: drstephaniewautier@yahoo.com Credits: Podcast production by Brand|Sound. Start your podcast journey by emailing brandsoundpodcasts@gmail.com. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Conversations with a Chiropractor 00:41 Today's hot topic: the confusion between "red light masks" and lasers 01:12 What a laser actually is, and why most home devices are not lasers 02:20 LED vs low-level laser therapy, coherent vs non-coherent 03:10 Flashlight vs laser pointer, the easiest way to understand the difference 03:55 "Aren't lasers dangerous?", classes, safety, and everyday lasers you already use 04:35 Why Erchonia matters, FDA clearances, and research-backed claims 05:45 Low-level lasers in chiropractic: pain, inflammation, range of motion 06:25 Low-level lasers in aesthetics: body contouring and the "cascade effect" concept 07:10 Cancer contraindications, why stimulation tools are not one-size-fits-all 08:05 Wavelength basics, red laser and ATP support 09:10 Green laser overview, fat loss, collagen support, cellular regeneration 10:05 Why fat cell destruction can backfire, and why "gentle" matters 11:05 Violet laser overview, antimicrobial applications and nail fungus support 12:05 Final thoughts: don't buy hype, look for proof, know what you're buying

    14 мин.

  6. 18 ФЕВР.

    California to the UP: Valerie Whiteman on Community, Courage, and Full-Circle Life | Conversations with a Chiropractor

    California to the UP: Valerie Whiteman on Community, Courage, and Full-Circle Life | Conversations with a Chiropractor Episode Description In this warm, funny, and surprisingly moving episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier is joined by Valerie Whiteman, the familiar face and steady presence so many patients recognize the moment they walk through the door. Valerie is the kind of person strangers tell their life story to in the banana aisle, and in this conversation, you'll understand exactly why. They start with a detail most people don't know: Valerie once won a game show. Not "kind of" won, actually won, walking away with $8,000 in 1986 and a story that still feels unreal. From there, the episode opens up into Valerie's roots, including the family history that runs from England to Montreal to California, and the adventurous streak she clearly inherited. Valerie also shares the harder chapters: losing her dad at four, moving in with her grandparents, and being shaped by the kind of quiet love that changes your whole trajectory. And then, in a twist that surprises a lot of people who know her today, she talks about going through the police academy and serving as an officer in Southern California, including what she saw, what stayed with her, and how she learned to de-escalate with words. The conversation lands right where it started: real-life connection. Valerie's mom "Grandma Betty" became part of Stephanie's family story, and the two reflect on the weird beauty of time, how life cycles around, and what it means to treat people the way you'd want to be treated. If you like episodes that feel like a front-porch chat with actual depth, this one sticks. 🎧 In This Episode, Discover: The behind-the-scenes story of Valerie winning Card Sharks and what that money meant in 1986 Valerie's family roots from England to Montreal to California, including a candy shop chapter How early loss shaped her, and how her grandparents became a foundation What it was like to live in Hawaii, immerse in Polynesian culture, and carry that experience forward The surprising chapter: police academy, gang detail, and what law enforcement taught her about people Why Valerie's superpower is de-escalation, intuition, and making others feel safe How she landed in the UP, built a family, and became part of the Wautier Wellness "home base" The full-circle story of how Valerie and Dr. Stephanie met, and why it still matters 19 years later What gives Valerie the most joy now, and why family hits different as you get older Stay Connected & Explore Connect with Conversations with a Chiropractor: Follow Us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ConversationswithaChiro Follow Dr. Stephanie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Email for Show-Related Inquiries and Sponsorships: drstephaniewautier@yahoo.com Credits: Podcast production by Brand|Sound. Start your podcast journey by emailing brandsoundpodcasts@gmail.com. Chapters 00:00 Intro and why this show is more "fireside chat" than how-to 00:41 Meet Valerie Whiteman, the face everyone knows at the front desk 01:10 The secret story: Valerie won a game show 02:10 Card Sharks, auditions, and the "game of chance" reality 03:05 What $8,000 meant in 1986 and what she did with it 03:45 Family roots: England to Montreal to California 04:30 A candy shop in Montreal and a mother's adventurous bus trip 05:45 Grandma Betty, Stephanie's kids, and why Valerie's mom mattered so much 07:05 Why people tell Valerie everything, everywhere 08:15 Mattel, early Barbie-era stories, and being a "toy tester" 09:30 Valerie's dad, family history, and losing him at four 11:10 Living with grandparents and being shaped by quiet love 12:20 Hawaii, culture, and learning through immersion 14:35 Police academy and serving as an officer in Southern California 16:10 De-escalation, being a woman in law enforcement, and using words to lower the temperature 18:20 Marriage, the Air Force, and moving to the UP 19:35 Building a life in Gwinn, raising three daughters, and the gift of small-town community 21:05 Grandkids, time moving too fast, and full-circle reflections 24:10 How Valerie and Dr. Stephanie met, and why their story feels stitched together on purpose 26:00 Closing thoughts on purpose, people, and treating others well

    27 мин.
  7. Nervous System 101: What Chiropractic Really Does and How to "Reset" Stress Response | Conversations with a Chiropractor

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    Nervous System 101: What Chiropractic Really Does and How to "Reset" Stress Response | Conversations with a Chiropractor

    Nervous System 101: What Chiropractic Really Does and How to "Reset" Stress Response | Conversations with a Chiropractor Episode Description In this solo episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier tackles a question that still floats around out there: is chiropractic "scientific," and what does it really have to do with stress relief? It starts with a surprising grocery store comment and turns into a clear, practical breakdown of the nervous system, what chiropractors are actually assessing, and why the spine matters for both the central and peripheral nervous system. Stephanie explains the difference between the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) and the peripheral nervous system (the network of nerves leaving the spinal cord), then zooms in on the autonomic nervous system, the part most people are talking about when they say "fight or flight" and "rest and digest." She also clears up a common misconception: every chiropractor is working with the nervous system, regardless of technique, because the goal is the same, reduce interference and restore communication. From there, this episode turns into a toolkit. You'll hear simple, doable ways to support a stressed-out system, including breathing patterns that cue safety, sensory grounding, rhythmic movement, vagus nerve stimulators like humming and gargling, and sleep habits that help your body actually power down at night. 🎧 In This Episode, Discover Why "nervous system health" usually means the autonomic nervous system, not the whole nervous system The difference between central vs peripheral, and somatic vs autonomic function Why chiropractic is about communication, not "chasing pain" What "fight or flight" is designed for, and why modern life keeps it stuck on Simple ways to support regulation: breathwork, rhythm, grounding, sleep cues, and naming emotions Easy vagus nerve activators you can do anywhere (yes, even humming in your car) Stay Connected & Explore Connect with Conversations with a Chiropractor: Follow Us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ConversationswithaChiro Follow Dr. Stephanie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Email for Show-Related Inquiries and Sponsorships: drstephaniewautier@yahoo.com Credits: Podcast production by Brand|Sound. Start your podcast journey by emailing brandsoundpodcasts@gmail.com. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Conversations with a Chiropractor 00:48 The Nervous System and Chiropractic 02:12 Understanding the Nervous System 02:54 Autonomic Nervous System Explained 05:17 Balancing the Nervous System 07:17 Choosing the Right Chiropractor 09:21 Supporting Your Nervous System 10:00 Breathing Techniques for Nervous System Health 11:15 Grounding and Vagus Nerve Stimulation 11:54 Preparing for Restful Sleep 12:47 Final Thoughts and Closing

    15 мин.

  8. 17.12.2025

    Beyond Pain to Purpose: Pastor Mike Walter on Ankylosing Spondylitis and Building PPIKids | Conversations with a Chiropractor

    Beyond Pain to Purpose: Pastor Mike Walter on Ankylosing Spondylitis and Building PPIKids | Conversations with a Chiropractor In this episode of Conversations with a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier sits down with local Marquette pastor Mike Walter for a conversation that moves from the most personal kind of struggle to the most practical kind of impact. Pastor Mike opens up about being diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis early in life, what it's like to carry an "incurable" label into adulthood, and the daily choices that became non-negotiable as he worked to stay functional, present, and hopeful. He also talks candidly about faith when the pain does not go away, the difference between knowing the right answers and actually living them, and how internal battles can show up even in people who look steady from the outside. Then the conversation widens. Pastor Mike shares the story behind Prodigal Preacher International, including the moments and relationships that pulled him toward refugee support, safety for girls, school sponsorship, and hunger prevention work in East Africa. You'll hear what small donations actually do, why recurring giving matters, and how transparent, consistent support can turn into real protection and education for kids who need it most. If you've ever wondered how someone keeps going with chronic pain, or how to make generosity feel real instead of abstract, this one lands. 🎧 In This Episode, Discover: Pastor Mike's early diagnosis of ankylosing spondylitis and what helped him cope day to day The ways pain and faith collide, and what he learned in the hard seasons His journey to becoming a pastor, including seminary life and the road that shaped him How his connection to African culture began and why it became personal The danger and fear along the border, and the harsh realities of trafficking Real success stories, including refugees who went on to graduate college How PPI supports safety and education for girls, plus feeding programs that meet basic needs Why "small" donations can create outsized impact, especially through Giving Tuesday matches How to help, and what transparency looks like when you give Stay Connected & Explore: Support Pastor Mike Walter's Work (Prodigal Preacher International / PPIKids): PPI Website: https://www.ppikids.org/ Donate (one-time or monthly): https://www.ppikids.org/donate PPI on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ppikids.org/ Connect with Conversations with a Chiropractor: Follow Us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@ConversationswithaChiro Follow Dr. Stephanie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wautierwellness Email for Show-Related Inquiries and Sponsorships: drstephaniewautier@yahoo.com Credits: Podcast production by Brand|Sound. Start your podcast journey by emailing brandsoundpodcasts@gmail.com. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Conversations with a Chiropractor 00:41 Mike's Early Life and Diagnosis 01:55 Coping with Ankylosing Spondylitis 04:17 Faith and Personal Struggles 05:52 Journey to Becoming a Pastor 07:30 Life in Colorado and Seminary Experiences 13:10 Connection to African Culture 20:03 The Danger and Fear Along the Border 20:27 Success Stories: From Refugee to College Graduate 21:21 The Harsh Realities of Human Trafficking 21:42 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Africa 22:27 Providing Safety and Education for Girls 23:49 The Impact of Small Donations 26:26 The Power of Giving Tuesday 27:44 How to Help: Education and Feeding Programs 30:41 Personal Commitment and Transparency 34:41 The Emotional Burden and Call to Action 36:14 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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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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