July 15, 2025
The Jōrni Podcast
Episode 299 - Ancestral Therapy with Kat Daou

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Family patterns don’t always show up as stories we’ve been told. Sometimes they live in the habits, emotions, and beliefs we carry without knowing where they began. In this episode, we explore how inherited trauma can shape our inner world and how becoming aware of those patterns can create new possibilities for healing. Our guest shares what led her to begin examining her own family system and how that process opened up a deeper understanding of what she had been holding.

We talk about the science of intergenerational trauma, how family dynamics are passed down, and why certain emotional responses may not begin with us at all. This conversation brings attention to the ways we unconsciously repeat what came before and what can shift when we start to look at those connections more closely. It’s a thoughtful invitation to reflect on what we’ve inherited and what we might choose to release.

KAT DAOU

Kat Daou’s healing journey began at 28, after a life-changing Family Constellation Therapy session. Just days earlier, she had journaled her deepest shames only to realize many weren’t hers, but inherited through generations. That moment launched her into a three-year exploration of generational trauma, from war and immigration to abandonment, abuse, and mental illness.

Raised with the belief that “we don’t air our dirty laundry outside the family”, Kat came to see that each piece of that “laundry” was actually a gateway to healing. She stopped seeing herself as the black sheep and stepped into her role as a CYCLE BREAKER, trusting herself, speaking her truth, and breaking free from family patterns.

Today, Kat helps others do the same. Her deepest intention is to explore the stories, traumas, and beliefs passed down through family systems, and to envision a life beyond those cycles, supporting clients as they transform from black sheep to empowered cycle breakers, one layer at a time.

RESOURCES
https://www.katdaou.com
https://www.instagram.com/kat_daou
https://www.tiktok.com/@healwithkatpod
https://www.katdaou.com/podcast
https://www.katdaou.com/cyclebreaker

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July 11, 2025
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Episode 298 - Trading Burnout for Balance with Maddison Sutton

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Burnout doesn’t always announce itself loudly. Sometimes it builds slowly, underneath a life that looks successful on the outside. In this episode, we explore what it feels like to hit that quiet breaking point and what it takes to start building something more sustainable in its place. Our guest shares her journey of leaving behind a fast-paced corporate career to create space for healing, reconnection, and a different kind of success.

We talk about the toll of constantly pushing through, and how nervous system awareness, mindset, and holistic care can begin to shift the pattern. This conversation is an invitation to check in with the pace we’re keeping and the pressure we’re carrying. It offers a reminder that balance isn’t something we find all at once but something we learn to return to, one choice at a time.

MADDISON SUTTON

Maddison Sutton is a Certified Integrative Health Coach and Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner who left a successful corporate career to help women heal from burnout and reconnect with their authentic selves. Through holistic wellness, nervous system regulation, and mindset shifts, Maddison empowers high-achieving women to step out of survival mode and into a life of flow, balance, and vitality.

RESOURCES
https://www.instagram.com/wellwithmaddison/
https://www.wellwithmaddison.com
The Flow Formula https://maddison-sutton.mykajabi.com/joinus-f7c083d1-ba36-45d9-9ddf-8c06764d9477

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July 8, 2025
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Episode 297 - Sleep as a Super Power with Dr. Bijoy John

Sleep is often the first thing we sacrifice when life gets busy, yet it plays one of the most essential roles in how we feel, think, and function. In this episode, we explore what happens when we begin to treat sleep as a foundation for wellbeing. Through the lens of both science and lived experience, we take a closer look at why quality sleep is so closely tied to our physical and emotional health.

The conversation offers insight into what might be disrupting our rest without us even realizing it, and how small changes can create meaningful shifts over time. We also talk about the cultural messages that downplay the importance of sleep, and what it means to reclaim it as something that supports every part of how we live. Whether sleep has been a struggle or something you’ve just never prioritized, this episode offers a chance to rethink the role it plays in your everyday life.

DR. BIJOY JOHN

Bijoy E. John, MD, is a board-certified physician and practicing sleep specialist currently in private practice with over 25 years of experience in Pulmonary/Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. Based in Nashville, TN, he treats both children and adults with various sleep disorders. Dr. John is the founder and medical director of Sleep Wellness Clinics of America which offers in-person and online consultation, education, modern diagnostic modalities, home testing, and comprehensive treatment for a full spectrum of sleep disorders.

He also is the founder of Sleep Fix Academy which offers online courses, podcasts, and other resources to improve sleep quality, and serves as an Affiliate Assistant Professor at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine.

Dr. John is a member of the American Academy of Chest Physicians, American Medical Association, and American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He was recognized as one of the Top 100 Physicians in Nashville for 2022 by My Nashville magazine. Additionally, he received the Top Sleep Specialist award consecutively from 2015–2020 from Nashville Lifestyle magazine, as voted by his peers and patients. He is also mentioned in Marquis Who’s Who as one of the Top Sleep Physicians for 2023-24.

RESOURCES
https://sleepfixacademy.com/
https://www.instagram.com/dr.sleepfix/
https://www.facebook.com/sleepfixacademy/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sleepfix/

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July 4, 2025
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Episode 296 - Aspirin Exacerbated Respiratory Disease with Rhonda Nelson

Living with a chronic illness can be isolating, especially when the path to diagnosis is long and filled with uncertainty. In this episode, our guest shares what it has taken to manage a complex respiratory condition that reshaped nearly every part of her life. From misdiagnoses to near-death experiences, her story brings voice to the kind of health journey that often goes unseen, even in medical spaces.

We talk about what it means to keep showing up for yourself when answers are hard to find, and how advocacy can grow out of personal struggle. This conversation opens space for reflection on the emotional weight of chronic illness, the fear, the setbacks, and the resilience it takes to navigate it all. It’s a reminder that lived experience has the power to open doors, challenge systems, and offer real hope to those still trying to make sense of their own path.

RHONDA NELSON

Rhonda Nelson, renowned patient advocate, author, speaker and philanthropist is a beacon of resilience and strength. Her charitable work spans championing equitable access to affordable healthcare, supporting those diagnosed with AERD (Aspirin Exacerbated Respiratory Disease), serving as a voice in the foster care system and encouraging women to reinvent themselves in their different stages of life.

Rhonda serves on the Executive Board of Directors with the Asthma & Allergy Network, impacts legislation and speaks nationally, raising awareness for AERD. Having dealt with AERD (Aspirin Exacerbated Respiratory Disease) herself for more than twenty years, she has experienced many misdiagnoses, a near fatal struggle to find relief, a desperate search for answers and a constant journey to access proper support. Rhonda and her husband Wayne, of the Little River Band tirelessly devote their time and resources to helping others to navigate this challenging medical journey frequently associated with severe respiratory disease.

Rhonda is a firm believer in empowering women to pursue the dreams they have for their lives, regardless of age, while finding strength in overcoming challenges. In her book, "A Different Life,” Rhonda not only pulls back the curtain on celebrity life, but also offers readers the chance to hear never-before-told stories, enjoy treasured family recipes and photos all while getting a taste of all things pertaining to life on the road.

RESOURCES
https://www.instagram.com/rhondabnelson/
https://rhondabnelson.com/
https://www.facebook.com/rhondabassnelson/

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July 1, 2025
The Jōrni Podcast
Episode 295 - Mood Probiotics with Sylvia Hall

When mental health shifts unexpectedly, many of us go searching for answers that feel both supportive and sustainable. In this episode, we follow one woman’s journey through postpartum mood changes and how it led her to explore the connection between gut health and emotional wellbeing. That exploration eventually inspired her to take a more active role in shaping what support could look like for others facing similar challenges.

We talk about the process of turning personal experience into a wellness-focused business and the growing interest in how the microbiome may influence mood. This conversation opens a window into why some people are exploring probiotics as part of their mental health support, and how curiosity, research, and lived experience can come together in unexpected ways.

SYLVIA HALL

After experiencing mood challenges postpartum, Sylvia Hall went looking for natural remedies for relief. Her research led her down the rabbit-hole of the gut-brain connection. She wasn't satisfied with the MOOD probiotics on the market, so she decided to create her own. Now, her company, Lifted Naturals, is known for their MOOD probiotics. They've helped thousands of people feel better, naturally.

RESOURCES
https://liftednaturals.com/
https://www.instagram.com/liftednaturals/

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June 27, 2025
The Jōrni Podcast
Episode 294 - Caring for a Chronically Ill Child and Yourself with Sarah Michelle Boes

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Caring for a child with complex medical needs reshapes every part of life, the routines, the relationships, and the future you once imagined. In this episode, we hear from a mother who lives that reality every day, balancing advocacy, medical decision-making, and the emotional weight that comes with being a “medical mom”.

We talk about the quiet strength it takes to keep showing up, even on the hardest days, and what it means to care for yourself while navigating the healthcare system on your child’s behalf. This conversation is honest and layered, touching on resilience, grief, and the love that drives it all. It’s a powerful reflection on what it really means to hold space for another human’s healing while staying connected to your own.

SARAH MICHELLE BOES

Sarah Michelle Boes, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, is the Founder of Sarah Michelle NP Reviews and currently serves as the Chief Nursing Officer at Blueprint Test Prep, a new board member for Conquering CHD starting January 2025, and a Committee Chair member for Children’s Heart Foundation Annual Cincinnati Walk. With a robust educational background including a BSN from the University of Kentucky and an MSN in Nursing Education from Western Governors University, Sarah has extensive experience in oncology, intensive care, and nursing education. In 2020, she launched SMNP Reviews, an innovative platform that rapidly grew to a seven-figure business within seven months. Following SMNP Reviews’ acquisition by Blueprint in 2022, Sarah transitioned to a role where she continues to oversee the nursing vertical and integrate cutting-edge educational technologies.

Sarah's entrepreneurial journey is deeply intertwined with her personal life. Her daughter Meadow, born with severe heart defects, has required extensive medical care, inspiring Sarah's commitment to pediatric cardiac research and care. In recognition of Meadow’s journey, Sarah and her husband are making a $15 million legacy donation to Norton Children's Hospital, where the new Congenital Heart Center will be named in their honor. This contribution underscores their dedication to improving healthcare for children with congenital heart conditions.

Beyond her business success, Sarah is a passionate advocate for mental health and female entrepreneurship. Her own experiences with anxiety and OCD have fueled her mission to help others manage mental health challenges, particularly within high-stakes environments like healthcare. She leverages her platform to support female entrepreneurs and promote awareness about the importance of mental well-being in professional settings.

RESOURCES
https://sarahmichelleboes.com/
https://www.instagram.com/sarahmichellenp/?hl=en
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-michelle-287616232/

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June 24, 2025
The Jōrni Podcast
Episode 293 - Holistic Energy Healing with Dr. Dolores Fazzino

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This episode explores what healing can look like when clinical training meets intuitive insight. With a background in conventional healthcare and a deep connection to energy-based approaches, our guest shares how blending the two has shaped her work and her own path. It’s a conversation about paying attention to more than just symptoms, and listening for what the body might be trying to say beneath the surface.

This is a thoughtful exploration of what becomes possible when we make space for both knowledge and intuition and trust that the body holds more than one kind of truth.

DR. DOLORES FAZZINO

Dr. Dolores Fazzino, a trailblazing thought leader, visionary, and innovator, is revolutionizing the realm of energy healing. As a renowned Nurse Practitioner, Medical Intuitive, and Energy Whisperer, she fearlessly combines the power of intuition and trust to facilitate profound transformations.

Driven by a deep belief in the body's innate wisdom, she guides individuals on a transformative journey, empowering them to tap into their own healing potential. Prepare to be captivated by Dr. Fazzino's unique blend of intuition, energy healing expertise, and unwavering trust in the body's innate ability to heal itself.

RESOURCES
https://www.facebook.com/drdolores.fazzino
https://www.instagram.com/drdoloresfazzino/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/doloresfazzino
https://www.youtube.com/@dr.doloresfazzino

The Dr. Dolores Show
https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/author/drdoloresfazzino/

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June 20, 2025
The Jōrni Podcast
Episode 292 - Missing Links in Women’s Health with Allie Cass

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There are parts of the conversation around women’s health that often go unspoken. Experiences are dismissed, misunderstood, or never fully explored. In this episode, we dive into the gaps many women face when navigating their bodies, especially in high-pressure environments where performance is praised but wellbeing is rarely prioritized. What unfolds is an honest look at what gets left out of mainstream health narratives and why it matters.

We explore how chronic stress, burnout, and disconnection from the body can quietly take hold, even when everything looks healthy on the surface. This conversation gently invites us to reconsider what true wellness feels like.

ALLIE CASS

Allie Cass is a women’s health and transformation coach who helps high-achieving women heal their metabolism, rewire their mindset, and cultivate deep self-love from the inside out. After becoming a pro status physique competitor — living in a world hyper-focused on aesthetics and extremes — Allie found herself burnt out and disconnected from her own body. That experience became the catalyst for her to shift toward a more holistic, sustainable approach to health.

Now, she blends functional nutrition, fitness, and neuro-linguistic programming to help women break free from chronic stress, frustration, and burnout — and instead, create lasting health, energy, and confidence.

RESOURCES
https://www.alliecasshealth.com
https://www.instagram.com/alliecasshealth

Book a Free Health Strategy Session
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