This episode: From 199 Pounds to Purpose: The Defining Moment That Changed Dr. Amanda Adkins’ Life—and Her Practice.

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Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast (0:05)

• Host Drew Deraney introduces the podcast and thanks Kat Fleischman from Do-Tell Public Relations for introducing Guest Dr. Amanda Adkins.
• Drew discusses the concept of life being linear and how external circumstances can derail our paths.
• He introduces the three types of women: Woman number one who doesn't see adversity, Woman number two who sees it as a barrier, and Woman number three who sees it as an opportunity for growth.
• Drew invites Dr. Adkins to share a defining moment that transformed her from Woman number one or two to the woman she is now.

Dr. Amanda Adkins' Personal Health Journey (2:27)

• Dr. Adkins shares her personal health story, starting with a defining moment in high school when she weighed 199 pounds.
• She discusses her decision to become a physician and her desire to improve her own health.
• Dr. Adkins talks about her transition to vegetarianism in her junior year of high school and the challenges she faced.
• She explains how her decision to become vegetarian was influenced by her cousin, who was also a vegetarian.

Transition to Veganism and Professional Impact (8:41)

• Dr. Adkins describes her transition to veganism and how it has impacted her life and professional practice.
• She explains the difference between vegetarianism and veganism and the benefits of a plant-based diet.
• Dr. Adkins shares a success story of a patient who improved her blood pressure through lifestyle changes and a plant-based diet.
• She discusses the importance of nutrition in preventing chronic illnesses and the role of lifestyle changes in overall health.

Challenges and Successes in Medical Practice (12:37)

• Dr. Adkins talks about the challenges of working with patients who are resistant to lifestyle changes and the importance of planting seeds for future change.
• She discusses the role of medication in weight loss and the need for a combination of lifestyle changes and medication.
• Dr. Adkins shares her thoughts on the effectiveness of weight loss drugs and surgeries and the importance of long-term lifestyle changes.
• She emphasizes the importance of individual accountability and the role of medication as a tool, not a solution.

Holistic Approach and Faith in Practice (17:01)

• Dr. Adkins explains the difference between MDs and DOs and her decision to focus on a holistic approach in her practice.
• She discusses the role of faith and scripture in her practice and how it inspires her patients.
• Dr. Adkins shares her advice for young Amanda, emphasizing the importance of enjoying life and not being too focused on one aspect.
• She advises young businesswoman Amanda to use her voice and not hide behind books and discussions.

Final Thoughts and Contact Information (20:11)

• Dr. Adkins provides information about her website, DrAmandaMD.com, where people can find free resources, schedule appointments, and join her coaching practice.
• She emphasizes the importance of enjoying life and not taking oneself...

This episode: The Day Comfort Became the Enemy: How David Quick Walked Away from Security to Build Something Bigger.

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Introduction and Initial Greetings (0:00)

• Host Drew Deraney greets Guest David Quick, mentioning their long-standing acquaintance since 2020.
• Drew thanks Chris Lipper for introducing David and explains the theme of the podcast, focusing on life's non-linear paths and adversity.
• Drew introduces the concept of three types of men: those who ignore adversity, those who see it as a barrier, and those who see it as an opportunity for growth.
• He invites David to share his defining moment that transformed him from being complacent to taking massive action.

David's Transition to Entrepreneurship (2:15)

• David reflects on his decision to leave his full-time job in early 2018 to focus on his business full-time.
• He describes his reserved nature and the comfort of his full-time job, which conflicted with his entrepreneurial aspirations.
• David recounts the pivotal moment in 2017 when he had to choose between his job and his business, ultimately deciding to pursue entrepreneurship.
• He explains his background in IT and his experience as an IT Director for a regional firm, highlighting the challenges of balancing his job and business.

Leaving the Full-Time Job (5:39)

• David discusses the process of leaving his job, including a low-key conversation with his managing partner.
• He mentions the surprise from his employer but notes the cordial departure and a small farewell party.
• David describes the initial feelings of freedom and the challenges of managing his time and calendar as a full-time entrepreneur.
• He emphasizes the importance of scheduling time for different business activities to avoid getting stuck in day-to-day operations.

Total Cover IT and Client Success Stories (9:06)

• David explains Total Cover IT, a managed IT company focusing on professional services firms, particularly accounting firms.
• He shares a client success story about an assisted living company that lacked IT infrastructure and support.
• David details the project plan and engagement with the CEO and management to build out IT infrastructure, including firewalls and wireless networks.
• He highlights the long-term impact of their work, leading to the establishment of an IT department and improved IT services for the client.

David's Book: "Winning with Tech in the Age of AI" (12:47)

• David introduces his book, "Winning with Tech in the Age of AI," which is a culmination of his 30 years of IT experience.
• He shares an example of a small business with poor IT setup and the consequences of relying on part-time IT support.
• David emphasizes the importance of IT as a business asset rather than an expense, and the need for small businesses to focus on IT to grow.
• He discusses the book's purpose of providing guidance to small business owners on leveraging technology, including AI, to improve their businesses.

Advice for Young David (16:30)

• Drew asks David for advice he would give to his younger self and to a young entrepreneur.
• David advises his younger self to start talking to...

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This episode: When Talk Therapy Isn’t Enough: How Anissa Hudak Turned Unimaginable Trauma Into a Blueprint for Healing.

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Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast (0:00)

• Host Drew Deraney introduces the podcast and thanks Mike Wiener for introducing him to Guest Anissa Hudak.
• Drew discusses the linear nature of life and how external adversities can disrupt this linearity.
• He categorizes people into three types: those who ignore adversity, those who see it as a barrier, and those who see it as an opportunity for growth.
• Drew invites Anissa to share her transformation journey and how it impacted her personally and professionally.

Anissa's Personal Transformation Journey (2:06)

• Anissa recalls a yoga therapy class where she and her clients discussed the ineffectiveness of talk therapy.
• She shares her personal experience of being date raped multiple times and the subsequent years of talk therapy without resolution.
• Anissa describes her realization that she needed to work on herself before helping others, leading to her journey in yoga therapy and PTSD.
• She talks about being raped again in 2014-2015 and how she used her training in yoga therapy to help herself.

Creating a Support Community and Self-Care Master Plan (4:45)

• Anissa explains the creation of an online community for women to support each other without needing to discuss their issues.
• She discusses the lack of a comprehensive care plan for mental health and the need for a self-care master plan.
• Anissa highlights the importance of understanding the brain's role in processing trauma and the limitations of talk therapy.
• She introduces the concept of using DNA tests like GeneSite to find the most effective mental health medications.

Advocating for Mental Health and Self-Advocacy (6:24)

• Anissa shares her experience of advocating for herself and her son in getting the right mental health medications.
• Drew and Anissa discuss the importance of self-advocacy and understanding the medical system.
• Anissa emphasizes the need for patients to be advocates for themselves and not rely solely on doctors.
• Drew and Anissa discuss the challenges of teaching self-advocacy to children and young adults, especially those with special needs.

Anissa's Work and Client Success Stories (9:50)

• Anissa talks about her work with yoga therapy for PTSD and trauma, focusing on moving trauma out of the body.
• She describes a client success story where a woman had an emotional release during a yoga therapy class.
• Drew and Anissa discuss the benefits of yoga therapy and how it connects the brain and body.
• Anissa explains the different types of yoga, including fitness-based yoga and yoga therapy for specific conditions like PTSD.

The Science Behind Yoga Therapy (15:22)

• Anissa explains how yoga therapy helps the brain and body reconnect, especially in cases of chronic stress.
• She describes the muscle groups that hold trauma, such as the hip flexors, and how yoga therapy works to exhaust these muscles.
• Anissa shares a story about a yoga class for Kansas State University football players a...

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