In this solo episode, Misti Blu Day dives into the roots of her new book Botanical Rebellion: Apothecary Guide to Nature’s Alchemy. From surviving open-heart surgeries to reclaiming wellness through nature, she shares her passion for radical self-care, advocacy, and what it means to be prepared—body, mind, and soul—when the world gets weird. This is your invitation to rebel, rest, and reconnect in a world overloaded by digital dopamine… and return to nature’s roots.

PREORDER: bit.ly/BotanicalRebellionBook

Disclaimer: The content shared in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. I am not a doctor—just a well-researched, lived-experience advocate sharing what I’ve learned along the way. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis, treatment, and medical guidance. I’m speaking from both science and personal experience, and every body is different.

Episode Notes: ⁠ https://mistibludream.com/2025/05/30/preorder-botanical-rebellion/

In this episode of Botanical Rebellion, Misti gets personal and pulls back the curtain on the gritty, tangled roots of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). What even is connective tissue—and why does it matter that it makes up nearly a third of your body? (Spoiler: it matters a hell of a lot.)

Misti breaks down collagen, DNA coding gone wrong, and how mutations in your body’s structural blueprint can lead to chronic pain, hypermobility, and dysfunction from the inside out. She also opens space for honoring patients, caregivers, and medical providers—calling on everyone to learn more, advocate louder, and show up with compassion.

This episode also explores:

• Common comorbidities like dysautonomia, POTS, and MCAS

• The importance of validation, self-advocacy, and community

• Resources like the Ehlers-Danlos Society, and Rodney Grahame’s quote on neglected patients

• And what it means to survive and thrive with a body that bends the rules

If you’ve ever felt like your body’s made of rubber bands and bad code, or you love someone who lives that reality, this one’s for you.

Disclaimer: The content shared in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. I am not a doctor—just a well-researched, lived-experience advocate sharing what I’ve learned along the way. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for diagnosis, treatment, and medical guidance. I’m speaking from both science and personal experience, and every body is different.

Join host Misti Blu for an unfiltered conversation with her friend Joy, a certified dental and orthodontic technician, teeth whitening expert, and licensed esthetician who's keeping the Space Coast looking good. We dive straight into the real stuff—Misti's irrational dental office terror, the anti-aging treatments that actually work.

Joy cuts through the skincare BS with her dual expertise in dental care and aesthetics. We're talking about what really keeps you looking young, the connection between your mouth and your face, and why your dentist might be your best anti-aging ally. From professional-grade treatments to the products that are worth your money (and the ones that aren't), Joy gives it to you straight.

Expect honest talk about why taking care of your teeth is actually a beauty (and health) hack nobody talks about. Plus, we address the elephant in the room—dental anxiety and how to get through it without losing your mind.

No fluff, no miracle cures, just real advice from someone who's seen it all in both the dental chair and the treatment room.

Guest: Joy - Certified Dental & Orthodontic Technician, Teeth Whitening Expert, Licensed Esthetician
Website: skincarebyjoy.com
Location: Space Coast, Florida

In this episode of Botanical Rebellion podcast, Misti Blu ventures into perhaps the most universal yet uniquely personal human experience: grief. The conversation brought together diverse perspectives that illuminated different facets of loss and healing. Our discussion featured three guests, each bringing a distinct and valuable perspective to the conversation:

• ​Devon, RN shared the medical perspective of grief, drawing from years of experience in hospital settings. Devon offered insights into how healthcare professionals witness and navigate end-of-life situations, providing listeners with practical considerations for preparing for loss and understanding the physical processes involved.
• ​Joy (Joyous Skincare Beauty) brought her personal journey of transformation through grief. Joy exemplifies how loss is a personal experience and the importance of knowing what helps you navigate your grief.
• ​Cara (Eclipse Counseling), a licensed mental health counselor, provided professional guidance on the psychological dimensions of grief. Her beautiful explanation of finding yourself after loss resonated deeply, highlighting how grief often involves not just mourning what's lost but rediscovering who we are in the aftermath.

Feeling like a fraud despite your achievements? Can't handle rejection without spiraling? In this episode of 'Shooting Your Shot,' Misti cuts through the bullshit about impostor syndrome with actual science, not feel-good fluff. Learn why your brain's being an asshole, how stoicism can help you handle rejection without the emotional hangover, and evidence-based strategies to finally get over yourself and take the damn shot. No mantras, just research-backed methods to stop self-sabotaging and start owning your competence.

In this episode, I'm cutting through the BS about failure and showing you how it actually works as a recalibration tool. I dive into what Stoic philosophers understood about failure. I connect these insights with Erikson's developmental psychology, breaking down how failure functions differently in your 20s-30s versus midlife and beyond. From relationship flameouts to career faceplants, I'll show you how people like Lincoln, Rowling, and Jordan used failure not as a stop sign but as a calibration mechanism.

You'll get practical steps to approach failure like a scientist would—as valuable data points rather than judgments. Skip the inspirational BS and get straight to the useful truth: failure isn't the opposite of success but the mechanism that makes it possible in the first place.

Anxiety: Your Brain's Unnecessary Side Quest

This week I'm diving into the chaotic garden of your nervous system—where anxiety grows like weeds despite your best efforts. I'll break down why your brain keeps sounding false alarms and how to speak its primitive language.

I'll explore why your trauma responses are showing up to meetings they weren't invited to, and how techniques like the Temporal Context Shift and Anxiety Budget can help you regain control without the spiritual bypass nonsense.

Science meets stoicism in this no-bullshit guide to emotional regulation. Learn why Marcus Aurelius would have made an excellent neuroscientist and how to reframe your thoughts without sugarcoating reality.

This isn't about eliminating anxiety—it's about understanding the evolutionary glitch that makes your brain think every email is a predator. Come get the tools to stop wasting energy on imaginary tigers and reclaim your mental territory. Your amygdala won't like it, but your prefrontal cortex will thank you.

— Misti Blu Day

In this episode of Botanical Rebellion, Misti cuts through the mystical nonsense surrounding Stoicism to reveal how this philosophy created a psychological framework for discipline that neuroscience is just now validating. Learn how the three Stoic disciplines can transform your approach to challenges and help you achieve your goals without the anxiety spirals. Discover practical techniques for breaking free from the victim mindset and building self-mastery that actually sticks. Stoicism isn't about suffering—it's about thriving through whatever life throws at you.