In this heartfelt pre-Christmas solo episode of A Voice and Beyond, Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith explores the most essential theme of all: connection.

Through honest storytelling and reflection, Marisa shares how the past year reminded her of three powerful truths:

• The importance of connection to others - showing up, forgiving, and being truly present.
• The necessity of connection to ourselves - listening inward, setting boundaries, and nurturing our mental and emotional health.
• And the joy of connection to who we’re becoming - embracing growth, realignment, and intention as we step into a new year.

This episode is a love letter to life’s simplest but most profound gifts: presence, gratitude, and authenticity.

✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to reflect on your year with grace and compassion.
• The difference between being surrounded and being truly connected.
• Why self-connection is the foundation of all meaningful relationships.
• How to realign your energy and manifest your next chapter with purpose.
• Simple, powerful ways to reconnect with joy and intention this holiday season.

If you’re ready to close the year with a full heart and a clear vision, this episode will remind you that you already have everything you need - right here, right now.

Find Marisa online:

• Website: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marisa.lee.12
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avoiceandbeyond3519/videos

Resources:

• MLN Coaching Program: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/mentoring/
• Download your eBook: Thriving in a Creative Industry: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/ebook-thriving-in-a-creative-industry-dr-marisa-lee-naismith/

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In this powerful and informative episode of A Voice and Beyond, Dr. Marisa Lee Naismith sits down with Dr Mohammad Farivar, a leading gastroenterologist, researcher, and educator, to shed light on one of the most misunderstood and often misdiagnosed conditions of our time, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

Dr Mo, known for his compassionate and integrative approach to patient care, breaks down what IBS really is, how it manifests in the body, and the crucial role that the gut-brain connection plays in managing symptoms. He also discusses cutting-edge treatment options, including lifestyle interventions, diet, stress management, and the emerging science around the microbiome.

With decades of clinical experience and a deep commitment to helping patients regain control over their health, Dr Mo empowers listeners to understand their bodies, reduce shame, and take proactive steps towards healing.

Tune in to learn:

• What IBS really is — and what it isn’t
• The symptoms and triggers to watch for
• How anxiety, stress, and trauma impact digestive health
• The power of the gut-brain connection
• Practical treatment strategies and lifestyle approaches that work
• Why a holistic approach is key to long-term relief

Whether you’re personally living with IBS, know someone who is, or simply want to better understand how emotional health impacts physical wellbeing, this episode offers a wealth of insight and hope.

Book:

• Is it IBS or Your DIET?: A Unique, Pivotal, and “Out of the Box” Book about Irritable Bowel Syndrome: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BFZRKN34

Find Dr. Mo Here:

• Website: https://www.gerd-ibs.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mohammad.farivar.7
• Email: m1945f@gmail.com

Find Marisa online:

• Website: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marisa.lee.12
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avoiceandbeyond3519/videos

Resources:

• MLN Coaching Program: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/mentoring/
• Download your eBook: Thriving in a Creative Industry: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/ebook-thriving-in-a-creative-industry-dr-marisa-lee-naismith/

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What if the fastest path to results is leading with love?

In this energizing conversation, Dr Kim Nugent—award-winning educator, “Innovation Leadership Coach of the Decade”, and creator of the Promotion Protocol—shares the mindsets and methods that help leaders get promoted, transform culture, and stay human in high-pressure environments. From correctional reform initiatives to corporate teams on the brink of burnout, Dr Nugent brings practical tools, radical compassion, and a results-first, people-always approach.

You’ll learn how to shift beliefs that block progress, build trust quickly, coach with courage, and design a career that matches your values. If you’re an emerging leader, a seasoned exec, or someone who wants to lead change without losing your soul—this one’s for you.

Books:

• From Prison to Possibilities: Paving Your Path
  https://www.amazon.com/Prison-Possibilities-Paving-Your-Path/dp/B0CHL9L98R
• Advancing Careers in Corrections: Promotion Protocol
  https://www.amazon.com/Promotion-Protocol-Advancing-Careers-Corrections/dp/1960995669
• From Corrections to Careers: Today’s Foodservice Workforce
  https://www.amazon.com/Corrections-Careers-Todays-Foodservice-Workforce/dp/1960995898/

Find Kim Here:

• Email: nugent1234@gmail.com
• Website: www.drnugentspeaks.com
• LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimsnugent/
• Facebook https://www.facebook.com/kimsnugent
• Twitter https://www.facebook.com/kimsnugent
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nugent339/

Find Marisa online:

• Website: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarisaleenaismith/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marisa.lee.12
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@avoiceandbeyond3519/videos

Resources:

• MLN Coaching Program: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/mentoring/
• Download your eBook: Thriving in a Creative Industry: https://drmarisaleenaismith.com/product/ebook-thriving-in-a-creative-industry-dr-marisa-lee-naismith/

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