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Stance for Health

Stance for Health

By: Rodney P. Wirth DC
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This podcast is about the tiny changes that you can make consistently to add years and vitality to your life. Dr. Rodney and Karen will inspire you to start today to make healthy choices.

We help those wanting to live a long healthy life - but don't know where to start - gain clarity, confidence and control over preventable diseases in order to increase their health span and get to do what only they can do.

© 2025 Stance for Health
Alternative & Complementary Medicine Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
Episodes
  • Unlocking Memories: The Brain and Music Connection
    Dec 10 2025

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    In this episode, Dr. Rodney and Karen Wirth dive into the profound effects of music on the brain and health. By activating the entire brain, music becomes a powerful tool in boosting mood, reducing pain, and supporting memory and rehabilitation.

    Through personal anecdotes and scientific references, they explore how music facilitates emotional bonds and can even assist individuals with memory disorders like dementia and Alzheimer's.

    They also discuss the role of music in physical synchronization, illustrating how rhythm can aid those with movement disorders like Parkinson's, ultimately reinforcing the notion of music as a remarkable, therapeutic component of overall well-being.

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    20 mins
  • Healing Through Gratitude: A Neuroscientific Perspective
    Nov 27 2025

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    In this episode of the Stance for Health Podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen Wirth explore the profound impact of gratitude on brain health and longevity. They discuss how gratitude activates parts of the brain that enhance emotional intelligence and resilience while promoting healing.

    The conversation dives into how practicing gratitude can rewire the brain, fostering positive connections and reducing negative ones, ultimately leading to a more robust ability to process emotions and make moral decisions. They provide insights into integrating gratitude practices into daily routines to cultivate a grateful disposition and improve overall health.

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    22 mins
  • How Social Connections Turn Back Your Biological Clock
    Nov 14 2025

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    In this episode of the Stance for Health podcast, Dr. Rodney and Karen Wirth discuss the fascinating link between social interaction and longevity.

    They explore research showing that being socially connected can slow down the aging process by influencing biological markers like your epigenetic clock.

    The hosts stress the importance of building a strong social network as it can lower inflammation and improve overall health. Listeners are encouraged to engage in simple acts of connection, like calling a friend or joining a group, to boost both their emotional and physical well-being.

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    17 mins
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