A strategic podcast where Amy Ledin talks about the main F’s that have influenced her life and have helped her in creating her best self. She covers areas in faith, family, forgiveness, food, fitness, and formula. She will deep dive into how placing her baby for adoption at 18, losing almost 100 pounds, facing her marriage-ending affair, and battling stage 4 cancer for almost 7 years, has only made her stronger. Join Amy as she takes you through her story, her life-changing struggles, and sh ...
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Small Cell Vs Non Small Cell Lung Cancer Podcasts
Welcome to the Deep Breaths: Updates from CHEST series, dedicated to championing the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of lung and chest diseases. Check out CHEST leaders and advocates sharing the latest in chest medicine education, clinical research, and team-based care in the areas of pulmonary diseases, critical care, and sleep medicine. Learn more about the latest diagnostic and treatment advances in pulmonology and critical care below.
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Next Steps in COPD Care: Exploring Biologics for Frequent Exacerbators
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19:30Host: Diego Maselli, MD, FCCP Guest: Stephanie Christenson, MD Despite triple inhaled therapy, many patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) continue to experience frequent and severe exacerbations, leading to hospitalizations, symptom burden, and higher mortality risk. In this expert-led discussion, Drs. Diego Maselli and Stephan…
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New Frontiers in COPD and Emphysema: Personalized Therapies and Minimally Invasive Options
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17:15Moderator: Amit Bobby Mahajan, MD, FCCP, DAABIP Guest: Jonathan Kurman, MD Guest: Surya Bhatt, MD New strategies like advanced pharmacologic agents and bronchoscopic lung volume reduction are redefining COPD and emphysema management. Dr. Bobby Mahajan sits down with Drs. Surya Bhatt and Jonathan Kurman to highlight emerging strategies for identifyi…
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Optimizing Treatment Pathways in NSCLC: The Role of the Multidisciplinary Team
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16:30Moderator: Gerard A. Silvestri MD, MS, Master FCCP Guest: Jessica S. Donington, MD, MSCR Guest: Mariam Alexander, MD, PhD Guest: Anurag Singh, MD Effective care for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) now depends on early molecular testing and coordinated input from a variety of specialties. Dr. Gerard Silvestri sits down with Drs. Jessica Donington…
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Evolving Strategies in Resectable NSCLC: Insights from ASCO and ASTRO 2025
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16:15Moderator: Gerard A. Silvestri MD, MS, Master FCCP Guest: Jessica S. Donington, MD, MSCR Guest: Mariam Alexander, MD, PhD Guest: Anurag Singh, MD Recent data from ASCO and ASTRO 2025 are redefining standards of care for resectable non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Drs. Gerard Silvestri, Mariam Alexander, Anurag Singh, and Jessica Donington review…
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Managing Refractory Chronic Cough: Strategies for Accurate Diagnosis and Effective Care
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15:30Host: Michael Ghobrial, MD Guest: Anju T Peters, MD, MSCI, FAAAAI Guest: Michael Blaiss, MD Refractory chronic cough can persist for years despite guideline-based therapy, significantly affecting patients’ physical, social, and psychological wellbeing. Leading experts Drs. Michael Ghobrial, Anju Peters, and Michael Blaiss explain how to distinguish…
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Advancing Care for Refractory Chronic Cough: Diagnostics and Emerging Therapies
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11:15Host: Michael Ghobrial, MD Guest: Anju T Peters, MD, MSCI, FAAAAI Guest: Michael S. Blaiss, MD , FACAAI, FAAAAI Refractory chronic cough (RCC) is a debilitating condition that is often misunderstood and underdiagnosed, leaving patients with persistent symptoms despite standard treatment. Hear from Drs. Michael Ghobrial, Anju Peters, and Michael Bla…
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Strengthening Patient Trust in ILD Care: Strategies from the First 5 Minutes Framework
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19:00Moderator: Susan Corbridge, PhD, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCP, FAAN Guest: Bradford Bemiss, MD MSCR Guest: Debasree Banerjee, MD, MS, FCCP Effectively supporting patients with interstitial lung disease (ILD) requires more than just clinical knowledge—it demands strong, trust-based communication from the very first moments spent with a patient. Dr. Su…
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Diagnosing and Staging Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: Key Updates and Evolving Strategies
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20:00Host: Gerard A. Silvestri MD, MS, Master FCCP Guest: Jeffrey B. Velotta, MD, FACS Guest: Anne Gonzalez, MD, M.Sc. For patients with non-small cell lung cancer, staging accuracy is critical in guiding treatment decisions that can significantly affect outcomes. In this expert-led discussion, Dr. Gerard Silvestri sits down with Drs. Anne Gonzalez and …
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Optimizing NSCLC Care: Advances in Lung Biopsy and Biomarker Testing
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16:30Host: Gerard A. Silvestri MD, MS, Master FCCP Guest: Fabien Maldonado, MD, FCCP Guest: Adam H. Fox, MD, MSc Cutting-edge biopsy methods and streamlined biomarker testing are transforming early-stage non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) care. Hear from Drs. Gerard Silvestri, Fabien Maldonado, and Adam Fox as they discuss the evolution of bronchoscopic…
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Understanding Extensive-Stage Small Cell Lung Cancer: Advancements and Ongoing Challenges
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17:30Host: Gerard A. Silvestri MD, MS, Master FCCP Guest: Anurag Singh, MD Guest: Adam H. Fox, MD, MSc Guest: Mariam Alexander, MD, PhD Despite the typically poor prognosis of extensive-stage small cell lung cancer, recent advancements are reshaping clinical perspectives on treatment. New and emerging options show promise for prolonged survival and impr…
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Targeting IL-5 in Severe Asthma: The Role of Biologic Therapies
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9:45Host: Diego Maselli, MD Guest: Monica Kraft, MD, FCCP Guest: Anju T Peters, MD, MSCI, FAAAAI IL-5 is a key driver of Type 2 inflammation in patients with severe asthma, promoting downstream effects like mucus plugging and epithelial barrier dysfunction. Given these impacts, targeted therapy with biologics can play a role in severe asthma management…
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Addressing Gaps in COPD Management: Insights for Pulmonary and Primary Care
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18:15Host: Nathan Falk, MD, MBA, FAAFP Guest: Megan Conroy, MD, MA(Ed), FCCP Patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) often experience significant delays in diagnosis and treatment due to systemic gaps in management. A recent survey of 400 primary care and pulmonary clinicians uncovered patterns of fragmented care among both specialtie…
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COPD Care: Partnership Between Primary Care and Pulmonary Providers
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14:30Host: Megan Conroy, MD, MA(Ed), FCCP Guest: Nathan Falk, MD, MBA, FAAFP Primary care providers can play a pivotal role in a patient’s COPD diagnosis by looking out for signs and symptoms and referring patients to pulmonologists when appropriate. The goal of this activity is to educate clinicians about managing patients with COPD symptoms and facili…
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Applying the First 5 Minutes Concept to COPD Care
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10:30Host: Angela Birdwell, DO, MA, FCCP Guest: Antonio Anzueto, MD Guest: Susan Corbridge, PhD, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCP, FAAN Although the prevalence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) has decreased in adults aged 18 to 44, it remains elevated in certain patient groups, like women, adults over 65, smokers, and those living in rural area…
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205 - Empowerment in Midlife: Revealing Your Potential with Joe Hoye
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26:09Explore the key components of designing your ideal life. Host Amy Ledin introduces Joe Hoye, a renowned fitness expert spearheading a summit on perimenopause, menopause, and overall well-being. Joe shares his transformative journey, ignited at age 13 by his mother's introduction to the gym, propelling him into a career in surgical technology with a…
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204 - Six Reasons You Should Rehearse Your Day
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13:54Discover how a simple five-minute nightly routine can transform your day with reduced stress and heightened efficiency. Host Amy Ledin shares personal insights and actionable strategies for implementing this practice, emphasizing the benefits of detailed planning for daily tasks and nutrition. She explains how mentally rehearsing your day can help …
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Embark on a journey of understanding, solace, and resilience as we explore grief, faith, and the human spirit. Host Amy Ledin graciously welcomes Sarah Prebianca to the podcast. Together, they have unraveled Sarah's remarkable story—a testament to resilience in the face of unimaginable loss, her daughter Georgia taken by a rare disease. Through Sar…
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Forget about the generic "What I Eat in a Day" posts flooding your social media feeds. Amy Ledin breaks away from the norm, revealing the intricacies of her weekly meal plans, complete with recipes, grocery lists, and strategic advice. Amy delves into the significance of meal timings, managing portions, and embracing mindful eating, giving you a pe…
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201 - Managing Stress and Leveraging the Body's Energy for Healing With Isaac Ho
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59:08In this enlightening episode, Amy Ledin welcomes back Isaac Ho for a deep dive into understanding the intricate relationship between our emotions, physical health, and overall well-being. Isaac, with 20 years of experience as a trainer and therapist, shares his journey and insights into how our bodies respond to stress and the significance of tunin…
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200 - Overcoming Emotional Immaturity with Dr. Nicole LePera (The Holistic Psychologist)
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1:06:47Host Amy Ledin delves into the transformative power of emotional maturity with Dr. Nicole LePera, the Holistic Psychologist. This insightful episode explores the impact of childhood experiences, the significance of self-care in managing triggers, the effectiveness of future self-journaling for rewiring habits, and the profound benefits of community…
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199 - The Slow Identity Killer and How to Fix That Today
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22:43Explore the journey of self-recovery with Amy Ledin in 'The Slow Identity Killer,' where she tackles the challenges of losing one's sense of self through life's unpredictability's. She reveals her personal struggle through a season of upheaval, including a significant loss—leading to a disruption of routine and confidence. Discover Amy's raw insigh…
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198 - Proven Mindset to Transforming Fitness From Within With Jared Hamilton
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38:05Challenge conventional wisdom on fat loss with a fresh perspective that prioritizes mental and emotional health as the foundation for physical change. This episode Amy discusses with Jared the critical role of addressing underlying issues like binge eating, emotional eating, and self-sabotage before embarking on a weight loss journey. Learn about t…
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197 - How To Keep Your Diet On Track Anywhere with Sara Frenza
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39:05Learn how to navigate the challenges of staying healthy while traveling. Amy and Sara, both fitness coaches, discuss the nuances of traveling without compromising on their health goals. They cover practical advice on planning, restraint, and making informed choices. This episode is packed with real-world strategies for anyone looking to maintain th…
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196 - Plastic Surgery: I Got My Implants Put Back In
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20:23Amy revisits her journey with breast implants, sharing the unexpected turn of deciding to have them reinserted after previous removal due to concerns about breast implant illness. With raw honesty, she explores the intricate balance between physical appearance and mental health, offering a nuanced perspective on cosmetic surgery. This episode unpac…
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195 - How Emotional Energy Affects Your Health
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1:05:25Coach and Therapist, Isaac Ho shares the journey of uncovering the hidden links between past traumas and physical health issues. Through personal experiences and professional insights, this episode sheds light on how unresolved emotional pain can manifest in the body. It delves into the transformative power of holistic healing practices, emphasizin…
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Amy Ledin raises an intriguing question at the heart of today's discussion: 'What new habits are now a part of your daily life that weren't here before?' In this thought-provoking episode, Amy discusses the journey of evolving one's identity to foster a healthier, more fulfilling life. She shares insights into the psychological shifts necessary for…
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193 - New Season, New Chapter - Back in Canada
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13:56Amy Ledin delves into the complexities of her family's significant move back to Canada, shedding light on the emotional and logistical challenges faced together. From tackling immigration hurdles to confronting the difficulties of reuniting their family across borders, Amy shares the story of their journey with honesty and vulnerability. This episo…
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192 - My Fitness Journey 20 Years Later: From Self-Hate to Self-Love & Sustainable Success
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32:17Join Amy in her inspiring fitness journey, starting from her childhood struggles with weight and body image. She recalls being put on diets as a young child and facing teasing due to her weight. Her mother's constant dieting influenced her own approach to weight management as she grew older. She went through various weight loss methods, including e…
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191 - Chapter 3: Life Update! We Are Moving! A Journey of Change and Blessings.
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16:36Join Amy Ledin in this heartfelt episode of the F* It! podcast as she shares her family's journey of embracing change, finding a new home, and rediscovering her passion for the podcast. From navigating life's uncertainties to making intentional decisions, Amy's story is filled with blessings and exciting new ventures. Links for mentions in this epi…
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Listen in as Amy helps us understand the power of modeling and it's impact beyond yourself. Sign up here to do the 5 for 50 challenge with us! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox. Sign up for the next Follow-Through Challenge Follow me on Social…
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Exploring Approaches to Management for Bronchiectasis
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12:30Guest: Ashwin Basavaraj, MD Host: Christopher Lippincott, MD, MPH From airway clearance techniques and mucoactive therapy—what can clinicians do to manage bronchiectasis exacerbations? To answer this question, Dr. Christopher Lippincott and Dr. Ashwin Basavaraj explore the mechanisms that lead to bronchiectasis and share strategies to manage exacer…
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The Vicious Vortex: Key Mechanisms of Bronchiectasis
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12:30Host: Ashwin Basavaraj, MD Guest: Christopher Lippincott, MD, MPH Bronchiectasis is a complex syndrome that can lead to an interconnected cascade of airway dysfunction and inflammation. How has our understanding of this syndrome evolved with Cole’s vicious cycle hypothesis? Dr. Ashwin Basavaraj and Dr. Christopher Lippincott take a closer look at t…
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Listen in and learn about the power of the reticular activating system through personal stories and experiences, and discover how it can help you filter out what matters and find what's important to you. Sign up for the next Follow-Through Challenge Sign up here to do the 5 for 50 challenge with us! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give u…
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Listen in as Amy let's us in on how she gets her wins for the next day! Sign up here to do the 5 for 50 challenge with us! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox. Sign up for the next Follow-Through Challenge Follow me on Social Media: Amy on IG Am…
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187 - Stress Tips| Closing The Loop | Commanding Your Brain | Managing Cortisol
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16:58Today we have Amy's tips for dealing with stress, it's potential good and bad effects on us, and how stress manifests as we grow older. Based on her own personal experiences with battling cancer, losing weight and coaching people, she gives us her tips to manage stress no matter your age. Listen in for these nuggets to help us continue to become ou…
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Let's listen in as Amy get's real with her loss and what she's doing afterwards. Losses are inevitable. It's what you do after that defines you! This latest episode is about how to overcome personal setbacks and challenges. Amy shares her personal story of breaking her 556-day activity streak, discussing how investing in long-going streaks can be a…
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185 - Life Stresses, navigating change, and Canada
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12:59Let's listen in as Amy shares with us the current stresses she's going through and how she and Erik are overcoming them. Use these tools in your life and share with us how they have helped you! Sign up here to do the 5 for 50 challenge with us! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Po…
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184 - Sabotage and Making The Food Connection
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12:19Listen in as Amy shares with us her mindset methods to battle self sabotage, and how to avoid it. Look inside yourself to find why you are doing this to you! Sign up here to do the 5 for 50 challenge with us! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox.…
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183 - Saturday Rant: Do not make this dieting mistake
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12:20Saturday Rant: Do not make this dieting mistake Sign up here to do the 5 for 50 challenge with us! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox. Sign up for the next Follow-Through Challenge Follow me on Social Media: Amy on IG Amy on Facebook Check out …
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182 - Changing Your Identity: Controlling your RAS (reticular activating system)
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14:14Listen in as Amy takes us through using our Reticular Activating System (RAS) to help us change our identity so we can become our best self! Sign up here to do the 5 for 50 challenge with us! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox. Sign up for the …
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181 - Confidence & Change: Changing Your Identity With These 2 Tools
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19:21Listen in on how Amy used enclothed cognition and anchoring to overcome her last bout with cancer, and by using these tools, we too can help us become our best selves! Sign up here to do the 5 for 50 challenge with us! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser an…
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180 - Confidence & Change Creating A Best-Self Character
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15:21Listen in as Amy gives us the tools to create our best self characters for every part of our lives! She also gives us an example of a Queen who uses this very method to overcome her fears to perform on the greatest of stages! Find out why we need to identify the following in order to create our best self characters: Who does your best self look lik…
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179 - Losses Becomes Learns: 5 for 50 Round 2
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20:40Listen in as Amy and Kamele talk about their most recent 5 for 50 journey. They give us great tips on deciding on your five items and how to set yourself up for success. Sign up here to do the 5 for 50 challenge with us! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser …
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BECOME UNSTOPPABLE! Listen as Amy talks about building your core values and making real change in your life. She also revisits some past episodes to help us on our journey to real, long lasting changes in our lives. Books and episodes linked below. Episodes referenced: Ep 37 - Core Values - This Is Where You Start Ep 49 - Creating A Health Characte…
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BECOME UNSTOPPABLE! Listen as Amy talks about building confidence and making real change in your life. She also revisits some past episodes to help us on our journey to real, long lasting changes in our lives. Books and episodes linked below. Episodes referenced: Ep 37 - Core Values - This Is Where You Start Ep 49 - Creating A Health Character Ep 4…
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Exploring COPD Exacerbations Through the Lens of a Patient Case
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12:00Host: Stephanie Christenson, MD Guest: Ron Balkissoon, MD, MSc, DIH, FRCPC What do we need to know about the pathophysiology and burden of COPD exacerbations? To better understand this—and the factors that may put our patients at risk—Dr. Stephanie Christenson from the University of California San Francisco and Dr. Ron Balkissoon from National Jewi…
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176 - Creating A Contract for My Family Vacation
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14:36Amy helps us go through the process to create a contract for implementation on our family vacation. Habits can be reinforced or created, even when on vacation. Accountability is key to achieving our goals, no matter how small they may seem. But, they can lead to accomplishments of larger goals in the long run. Sign up here to do the 5 for 50 challe…
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Recognizing & Addressing the Burden of COPD Exacerbations
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11:00Host: Stephanie Christenson, MD Guest: Ron Balkissoon, MD, MSc, DIH, FRCPC What is a COPD exacerbation, and what puts our patients at risk of them? Drs. Stephanie Christenson and Ron Balkissoon discuss these risks and the burden of COPD exacerbations on our patients. This is a non-promotional, non-CME disease state educational program brought to yo…
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175 - My Trip To Mexico: Redefining Success with 5 for 50
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15:18Amy shares with us her process to still show up as her best self while having some losses when things come up unplanned! Let's redefine what success will be! Sign up here to do the 5 for 50 challenge with us! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTunes, Podcast Addict, Podchaser and Castbox.…
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With every loss is an opportunity for us to learn a lesson that we can use to improve ourselves going forward. Amy gives us this Software Update to learn why the loss needs to sting for it to stick! Sign up here to do the 5 for 50 challenge with us! If you enjoyed this episode, make sure and give us a five star rating and leave us a review on iTune…
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