HOPE FOR HEALTH No. 76
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Hello, hello! I trust you're in radiant health, high spirits, and crushing your 60-Day Challenge with Aptogenix! I'm Cynthia Okoroafor, your new, super-excited Managing Editor for our game-changing Hope For Health Magazine.
Reflecting on Hope For Health's journey, it's mind-blowing to see how we've evolved from clinical discussions to a wide range of wellness topics. Your voices have shaped this transformation, and I'm profoundly grateful.
Seven years ago, my byline graced a very different magazine in Lagos, Nigeria, where I covered everything under the sun, including two topics dear to my heart: health and wellness.
Let's not forget: Our community spans fresh-faced practitioners to seasoned experts. In this edition alone, Luke Wempe discusses our community's ripple effect, Nicole Martin explores the new facets of gratitude, Trevor Botts challenges us to find contentment, and Mindi Webb dispenses wisdom we all need. Plus, you won't want to miss Charlie Webb breaking down the steps to obliterate your challenges, as well as the other spectacular contributions from our team and the community.
Now, while it's tempting to say I'm "ushering in a new era," and share all my dreams and plans for the magazine, I prefer to say I'm thrilled to join the era you've already built. A huge shoutout to my incredible predecessor, Mariza Elizondo. I aim to build on her legacy and keep the momentum going — thanks to all of you. I've only been part of this fabulous community for five months, and I'm already blown away! It's exhilarating to not just write about health and wellness but to delve into the life-changing world of functional medicine. I am still basking in the fact that I have come to this point. My perspective on health and wellness has shifted a lot over the years, and the honor of viewing health through the lens of Freedom Practice Coaching has been nothing short of awe-inspiring. Interviews with medical mavens like Kori Feldman and Wendy Kubala have left me starstruck. Was it just me, or did you both give FPC rave reviews in almost identical words? (Ladies, did you plan that?) It feels truly special and inspiring to be in this position where I get to meet all of you. I’m excited to share the experience of the transformation of our health and wellness, even as we capture it in a magazine that is also going through its own growth and evolution.
You are the backbone of this magazine, and it's your perspectives that make each issue a gem. You're our muse, our inspiration, and our raison d'être! Thank you in advance for welcoming me into this vibrant community. I look forward to learning from each of you and contributing to our shared mission: fostering a more informed, healthier, and connected world. While I will miss seeing you this time around, I trust you will all have a phenomenal Fall Quarterly in November. I’m sure you’ve already committed to attending. Until then, best wishes on your wellness journey!
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With the warmest of warm regards, Cynthia Okoroafor Your New and Proud Managing Editor, Hope For Health Magazine
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IN THIS ISSUE
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I Obliterate Your Challenges - 3 Simple Steps
A lack of challenges may signify the absence of lofty goals. Dr. Charles Webb shows us how our challenges can motivate us to live our lives to their fullest potential.
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A moment of clarity while on a trip moves Dr. Trevor Botts to encourage us to contemplate our definition of enough and free ourselvesof societal expectations.
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I The Ripple effect
In this piece about how seemingly small actions can cause huge transformations, Luke Wempe beautifully breaks down the impact of a ripple effect using an example that is familiar to us all.
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I Dr. Kori Feldman: Unlocking Time Freedom
With unyielding resolve and an unwavering commitment to compassion for others, Dr. Kori Feldman proves that the road less traveled can lead to fulfillment and success.
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I Paralyzed & Fearless: Relearning Gratitude and Courage Through One Man’s Story
Nicole’s compelling story about her cousin gives us an introspective perspective on how fear and gratitude can impact our lives based on our choices.
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on the Legacy Mastermind Summer Retreat
Within the ancient walls of a Spanish castle this group of elite FPC members got together to forge new business strategies and personal transformations.
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I From Wellness Seeker to Wellness Leader
Wendy's journey is a testament to the transformative power of commitment, both to oneself and the community. Her story is a beacon of hope, resilience, and growth.
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I Streamlining Tasks: How to Be Unstoppable Without Feeling Overwhelmed
ransition from overwhelmed to empowered! In this piece, Dr. Mindi Webb gives us several tangible steps we can take to convert daily chaos into a well-oiled machine.
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Hey there, Wellness Warrior. Before you frantically scan through this article in search of a magic formula, consider this: You should be thankful for your challenges, perhaps not all, but most. While I don’t desire challenges related to poor health, I can definitively state that my experiences with any form of dis-ease have led me to understand my well-being on a deeper level. With understanding comes the empowerment to prevent the recurrence of specific challenges or, at the very least, handle them confidently should they arise again. This is how we grow, becoming stronger, more confident, and more competent in a world of constant change. If you’re unwilling to get in the game accept challenges, you must understand that the trade-off is ceding control of your life to external circumstances. If you find yourself in idle mode or in a situation where you face few or no challenges, it may signify that you’re not pursuing a lofty enough goal. Can you climb the mountain toward the pinnacle without facing difficulties? It’s impossible. Now, allow me to share a pearl of wisdom gleaned from years of cultivating an attitude that welcomes challenges: Though challenges are inevitable in life, those who view them as opportunities for growth maintain their peace while navigating through or around these obstacles. Put simply, challenges become stimuli that foster confidence, rather than breeding uncertainty and fear. So how do we tackle specific challenges as they arise? First, understand that a perfect plan or solution is unnecessary. To elaborate, one of my mentors, Ed Mylett, a top business leader, peak performance expert, and renowned global keynote speaker shares a three-step formula that trumps any perfect plan: 1. Make the decision — This means stop procrastinating and take decisive action. 2. Move forward with certainty — Doubt is your enemy and serves only to disrupt your focus. 3. Take massive action — Applying massive action to an imperfect plan will always outperform complacency or minimal effort applied to a perfect plan.
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Each of these steps carries equal weight, but my belief is that the dominant force propelling leaders toward success is an unwavering focus on certainty. Doubt is not your ally. Living in fear will yield you nothing, as supported by James 1:5-8. Live your life to its fullest potential, stimulated by the challenges you face. Consider these challenges as the steppingstones that provide a solid footing for your next upward stride toward an extraordinary life. Dismantle doubt and fear by recognizing them for what they are: illusions or fabricated narratives. Put a stop to it! Life is short, and none of us have the luxury to squander time on worry which rewards us only with stolen time and missed memories. A mind focused on loss is barren. Remember these three simple, yet effective steps; you’ll likely need to apply them daily. Focus solely on today and challenge yourself to exist in a state of faith or certainty. Don’t seek justifications for your unique circumstances; the world doesn't care. It's up to you to adopt a productive or unproductive attitude as you navigate your challenges. Surround yourself with individuals who support your journey through challenges, offering not just empathy but also an uplifting spirit of hope. Be protective of what you allow into your ears, and where necessary, distance yourself from those who advocate a "play it safe" mentality and opt for mere existence. Instead, spend time with people who exhibit an attitude of gratitude and an insatiable desire to fully live their lives, embracing challenges and risks as integral components of the game. The choice is yours.
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“We find peace when we find gratitude in others and recognize just how important they are in our lives.”
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oseph Heller, author of the iconic novel Catch-22, once attended a party alongside famed writer Kurt Vonnegut, known for his satirical and darkly humorous novels. Heller's novel had achieved immense success, but as Vonnegut playfully pointed out, their billionaire host had likely made more in a single day than Heller had ever earned from his masterpiece. Heller's retort? “Yes, but I have something he will never have. I have enough”. In our consumer-driven culture, the insatiable quest for "more" often breeds discontent. We seem programmed to strive for an ever-elusive ideal of abundance. And we don’t just need more than what we personally have; we need more than our neighbors, our colleagues, and our peers. We need more than those we constantly compare ourselves to. But what if the true path to happiness lies in a simple yet profound idea: that you already have "enough"? The Price of Endless Aspiration and the Comparative Trap In his book, The Psychology of Money, Morgan Housel observes that capitalism excels at two things: generating wealth and generating envy. He argues that happiness simply boils down to results minus expectations. I find it interesting that some of the happiest people I know live modestly, far removed from extravagance. If you've traveled to developing nations, you've seen this firsthand. The secret? Limited social comparison. In a society where affluence is often the benchmark for success, learning to embrace "enough" can be revolutionary.
Housel says that in our culture, the ceiling is “so high that virtually no one will ever hit it.” This means that any attempt to reach that ceiling is a battle that we’ll never win. The only way to win is to not fight to begin with - to accept that we might have enough, even if it’s less than those around us. Defining Your "Enough" Many of us go through life in misery because we never bother to define what “enough” is for us and continuously grind away with expectations to acquire more and more. The problem is that if our expectations aren’t met, we feel a constant sense of lack in our lives, no matter how much material possession we acquire. And since we keep moving the goalpost, our expectations are never met; and instead, they turn into frustration, disappointment, and envy. Like gluttons, we may be surrounded by the most wonderful feast, yet keep stuffing our faces because we can’t satisfy our hunger. So, what's the first step in escaping the hamster wheel of discontent? Clearly define what "enough" means to you. Instead of constantly shifting your goalposts, plant them firmly. The universe, by its very design, is abundant. I believe that if we really dig deep enough, we will recognize that we already have enough, no matter where we are in time. If everything was taken from you, could you be enough? Just you?
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“Many of us go through life in misery because we never bother to define what “enough” is for us and continuously grind away with expectations to acquire more and more...”
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I think many of us struggle with that because we tend to define our values outside of ourselves. There is value in our stuff. Our home, our car, our boat, and our toys. There is value in our labels: mom, dad, husband, wife, doctor, coach, and therapist. We struggle to acknowledge that we are valuable just by virtue of our existence. We are enough. Period. Viktor Frankl, the Austrian neurologist and psychologist who founded what he called the field of “Logotherapy” said, “Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms — to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.” That is enough. I know this is easier said than done, especially when we start to consider the presumptive contradiction of our expectations for more and our acceptance of having enough. The person with unmet expectations is still actively upset about their circumstance, and the person who has accepted to live below their worth has stopped fighting. The Double-Edged Acceptance
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Expecting too much can lead to frustration, disappointment, and envy. Conversely, too much acceptance may lead to complacency, apathy, and helplessness. But as Jon Kabat-Zinn, the founder of mindfulness-based stress reduction emphasizes, “Acceptance doesn’t, by any stretch of the imagination, mean passive resignation." It’s quite the opposite. "It takes a huge amount of fortitude and motivation to accept what is, especially when you don’t like it, and then work wisely and effectively as best you possibly can with the circumstances you find yourself in and with the resources at your disposal, both inner and outer, to mitigate, heal, redirect, and change what can be changed.” In other words, be at peace with your current situation. Realize that you already have enough. You lack nothing. I came to this realization for myself recently during a trip to the Cayman Islands. You’re probably thinking, “Wait a second... That sounds glamorous. Of course, you’d be at peace in paradise.”
Stick with me, and you’ll understand. It’s true. I was in paradise. On our second day there, I remember lying in a lounge chair on the beach next to my beautiful wife, listening to the waves roll up on the beach, and watching clouds drift by in the distance as the sun slowly set. In that moment, I noticed that I was at peace. I can only describe it as "complete contentment." It wasn’t joy, excitement, or euphoria. It was peace and contentment. Immediately after, I realized that I feel that way often. When I watch my kids play at the pool, work out at the gym, drive my car, or sit in a noisy airport people-watching. In a recent FPC workshop, I watched another coach support a client as we fulfilled our mission, and I understood that this was my natural state. The way I am meant to feel. The realization hit me: I don’t need the beaches in paradise to be at peace. Through personal development work, I have discovered that I am allowed to have that feeling everywhere, all the time. That is enough. That is abundance. That is freedom. Reflections for the Journey Ahead As you navigate your own path, ponder these questions: 1. 2. 3. 4.
How do I define "enough"? Can I be enough just as I am? How can I prevent expectations from turning into frustration, disappointment, and envy? How can I prevent acceptance from turning into complacency, apathy, and helplessness?
If this topic resonates with you, please consider joining us for our Personal Development Workshop. It’s held every Monday at 11 a.m. CST, and we focus on different topics to support each other as we become the best versions of ourselves. By: Dr. Trevor Botts
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“It truly is staggering when you stop and reflect on how powerful changing one life can really be...” How much is one life worth? How much of an impact does changing one person’s life have? Of course, life is precious. I’m sure most of you would say it's invaluable or priceless, and I would agree. Life is a very precious thing. The second question is harder to answer. But I did some research and digging and found some surprising facts. I recently examined data on FPC clients who had been referred by other FPC clients and analyzed how many programs they closed in a year. I was blown away by how impactful changing a single life can be. Clients referred to FPC enrolled between 50 and 180 practice members in their first year, and those numbers continued to increase every year after that. This is a great example of what we call The Ripple Effect. By referring one colleague to join the FPC community, you are not only changing one life, but you are also having a positive impact on nearly 200 other lives each year after that. And these are just the lives directly attributed from a program-closing standpoint. This doesn’t consider the practitioner’s family and how their lives improve. It doesn’t consider how their team members’ lives improve, and it doesn’t consider the countless other lives of people who were influenced by each of the practice members. It truly is staggering when you stop and reflect on how powerful changing one life can really be. After finding out these numbers, I couldn’t help but think about my own life and how the FPC community has impacted me. I became overwhelmed with a huge sense of gratitude because I honestly don’t know where I would be without being connected to FPC. I’d probably be doing personal training somewhere. And I’d probably still be terrified of public speaking – allowing my fears to dictate my life. I wouldn’t have met the love of my life, I wouldn’t have my newborn child, and I would have never moved into my current home. If I wasn’t a part of FPC, I wouldn’t have the purpose and the passion that I currently have, and almost every single area of my life would have suffered.
Whether you’ve been with FPC for two months or eight years, take a moment to stop and reflect. What would life look like if you weren’t a part of this community? How has your life been positively impacted through FPC? Take the time to really think through it or write it out, not just from a financial or business standpoint but from a life perspective. Have you grown personally? Are you more disciplined? Are you healthier? Are you more present in your everyday life? Are you a better spouse, parent, or role model? Do you handle stress better? Do you feel more equipped to continue to grow and improve? My life has changed immensely since FPC and I am passionate about paying it forward, so I ran some additional numbers (if you can’t tell, I like numbers). And I was blown away by my projections. If each FPC practitioner referred one person per year, an additional 20- to 27 thousand lives would be changed by the end of year one. Here is what these projections would look like if we continued that trend: • • • •
Year two: 40- to 54 thousand lives changed. Year three: 80- to 108 thousand lives changed. Year four: 160- to 216 thousand lives changed. Year five: 320- to 432 thousand lives changed.
This is the ripple effect. So, let me ask you again: how much of an impact does changing one life make? Ultimately, the answer is beyond measure across countless number of other lives. And what is the value of every one of those lives? Priceless. If you want to be a part of revolutionizing healthcare, be a part of the ripple effect. By: Luke Wempe
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Dr. Kori Feldman
, Practice Owner at Vitality Family Health, has a journey that unfolds like a ray of sunshine in an industry often clouded by rigid traditions. Her roots in medicine were forged by a blend of challenge and realization. Despite her gravitation toward integrative and natural medicines, Kori initially chose the conventional path, delving into an environment marked by strenuous hours and unfulfilling tasks. Between medical school and her early years as a doctor, Kori experienced deep dissatisfaction. She was in a system that viewed each patient as a collection of symptoms and doctors as superhuman, and this overshadowed the need for vulnerability and developing an emotional connection with patients.
“It really shook me. It made me reevaluate what I was doing with my life, and I felt like I wasn’t really helping people. I was just spinning them around on medications and that path wasn’t satisfying and I knew it wouldn’t be sustainable.” Kori discovered FPC at a medical conference, and suddenly everything made sense. She was introduced to business coaching for the first time and learned about a program that not only taught entrepreneurship to practitioners but also promised them something that spoke to her - freedom of time. “FPC just came into my life out of the blue like manna from heaven. I attended a presentation where they asked, ‘is anyone looking for time freedom?’ It resonated immediately and I thought, ‘ok, I’m listening.’ So, I made the decision to move forward and have never looked back.”
“I knew in my heart that I wanted to practice differently. And initially, my motivation was to have the freedom of time; but then I also realized I wanted to make a better impact. I wanted to help people live the lives they were meant to live.” Kori was forced to contemplate her deepest ambitions when her dad, a successful businessman, backed out at the last minute on his promise to co-sign the loan that would help her get her dream practice started. “He pulled out in the 11th hour and said no in front of the banker, and it was mortifying. The banker was like, ‘Well Kori - we can still do the loan with just you but for a smaller amount.’ And I thought ‘crap, should I just give up and go work for the hospital system? Or will I choose to fight and create a practice where I can help people live the way they’ve always wanted?’ It was a life-altering moment.” Shortly after starting her business, Kori came face to face with another pivotal moment when a sudden tragedy “shook her to her core.” The untimely loss of her 34-year-old sister caused profound introspection and ultimately became the catalyst that would reorient her and lead her on a transformative journey.
Kori and her husband, Pat at Lake Tahoe.
When she first joined FPC, Kori gained a full understanding of the challenges associated with learning something new and unfamiliar. As she began navigating through the curriculum and doing presentations, she realized it was not at all what she was used to.
For her, the biggest shift came when she changed her mindset. This would set the tone for her coaching career within the community, as she felt very committed to try and “rescue” other doctors. “You can’t grow your business until you grow yourself and get in the right mindset for what you want. FPC was teaching me the difference between owning a business and owning a job. There’s this fear around making money, but the truth is that you can make a living while making a significant impact.”
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Being able to make continuous improvements has been exciting for Kori. From starting her family practice to becoming a hybrid specialist with a wellness practice on the side, she was able to get out of the insurance model which was a huge thing she wanted to achieve. “I wanted to show other hybrid practices that you can make this as big or small as you want. You don’t have to be a one-model style of practice to hit financial wins. Time was the biggest thing that I was looking for but hitting $100,000 in a month, that milestone was like icing on the cake.” "I don't envision myself ever retiring,” Kori shared. “I envision myself continuing to have the autonomy and freedom to move my schedule around and do what I want; but still practicing in some capacity. And the cool thing is that I keep getting connected to different people, and it helps me get little kernels of new ideas to plant; and fans the flames of my motivation." One of the big ideas Kori is working on in the coming year is adding an extra line of service by providing bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. This will provide members who aren’t ready for her wellness programs with another option to achieve their optimal selves.
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Kori continues to stay driven in her mission of helping more people and admits that she sees herself continuing to coach and give back for as long as possible. She says that she can’t imagine herself ever becoming disconnected from the FPC team or the community. “When you're struggling – not if – but when you struggle and you have rough days, rough weeks, and rough months, the FPC team will be there to remind you that you will get through that storm and that you'll be better for it. You'll come out of it stronger and more confident, and you'll prove to yourself that you can handle anything.” By: Cynthia Okoroafor
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The tunnel at "The Big House" is a sacred place for my family. I grew up worshiping Michigan football and we spent many games at its iconic football stadium, affectionately known as The Big House, alongside the team. I was always most excited about our walk through the tunnel. Walking towards the field with the players and 100 thousand fans in the stands created an unforgettable experience. However, the most memorable experience I've had in that tunnel occurred during a recent family gathering over the holiday weekend. My cousin Mitch was a baseball player who loved football. Last weekend his sister got married and we all got together at The Big House for her rehearsal dinner. Five years ago, Mitch would have likely been running around on the field playing catch with my brothers during dinner. But last weekend, he entered the stadium in his wheelchair.
Gratitude Reimagined Today, Mitch loses his words sometimes and forgets what he is saying but has full speech and communicates clearly. Six months ago, he worked up to walking with a cane, and last weekend he walked 100 yards. How often do you take the ‘little’ things that are a part of your everyday routine for granted? The things that you do without much thought until they're gone. Things like walking, talking, bathing yourself, brushing your hair, and cooking dinner. At the wedding, Mitch told me about someone he knew who died tragically in a car crash and then said, “He died, and I ended up with this. I am not afraid of anything.” Mitch has learned to live with his new life and mourns his old one. He wishes he would have “lived bigger,” but his prognosis was scarier than death.
A couple of years ago, Mitch returned home from a hiking trip and suffered an unexplained brain bleed. The last thing he remembers from that day is calling his dad with a headache and unlocking his door so that Emergency Services could enter. Then, six months later, he woke up. He couldn’t speak at all and was given the quality-of-life prognosis of a toddler. He could barely even move. Eventually, he regained function on the right side of his body, leaving his entire left side paralyzed. A year ago, Mitch slowly started communicating and forming sentences but was told he would never walk again. He was told he would never work again, live on his own again, or ever use the bathroom independently. Last weekend, Mitch got up from his wheelchair and walked 100 yards across the Michigan football field on his own. That accomplishment came after Mitch demanded to go down the tunnel onto the field unassisted. He gained momentum down the hill, aggressively crashed into a wall, and fell out of his wheelchair. I watched everyone run to him, gasping, and not knowing what to do. His dad helped him back into his chair while Mitch laughed hysterically. In that moment, I experienced gratitude on an entirely different level.
We walk around paralyzed by fear, but paralysis is what made Mitch fearless. He said, “I don’t know what everyone was so worried about when I fell. I am not going to break.” Why Mitch's Story Matters I watched person after person talk to Mitch over the weekend and most didn’t know what to say; but they all knew they had nothing to complain about. They have no real problems; and neither do I. I hope that Mitch’s story helps you realize that you have no real problems either. So, get over your fears. Get over your setbacks. Get over yourself and live a bigger life! You have the gift of helping and healing other people. Use it. Lean forward with a kind heart and be fearless. Life is precious and can change in a moment. Don’t take anything for granted. With love, Nicole Martin
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The Mastermind group smoothly navigates one of Mike Brown's memorable classes.
In July, our elite group of holistic health practitioners gathered within the time-weathered walls of Gran Villa Rosa, an awe-inspiring 15th-century castle situated just outside of Barcelona, Spain. Our summer Legacy Mastermind Retreat was a highly anticipated trip and our first time traveling together overseas. During our five-day transformative experience, we immersed ourselves in compelling dialogues, collaborative sessions, advanced business strategy and operational models, and profound personal development work. Our cohort took over Gran Villa Rosa, a storied 35,000 square foot castle originally built in 1462. The property now caters to royalty for weddings and was named the number one wedding venue in Spain in 2023. It houses famous musicians and for two years it was the home of Christopher Columbus while his ships were being built. The spacious grounds provided the perfect backdrop for recharging our growth. This summer’s Legacy content focused on building strong teams and developing a healthy money mindset and members gained invaluable insights from an in-depth workshop on hiring and managing key team members. Key team members are those who are responsible for holding your vision and who help manage and lead your team. Having a strong key team member is a critical milestone for growth and scale. "Share the Why - Agree on the What and When - Let them figure out the How," emerged as a key principle for delegating effectively and growing with your team. The real gift of the trip was our guest speaker, Mike Brown, founder of “Unbreakable Wealth.” For two days we delved into our personal money stories and limiting beliefs around wealth creation and growth. Mike is on a mission to "Normalize Finance" and has a gift for breaking down complex financial concepts into actionable steps.
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"Share the Why - Agree on the What and When Let them figure out the How” Together, we uncovered the subconscious patterns that drive our past (and current) decisions related to earning, saving, spending, and investing money. Through interactive exercises and vulnerable sharing, Mike facilitated profound "aha" moments for many in the group. By rooting out our individual anxiety and scarcity mindsets, we gained clarity on building balanced investment portfolios that aligned with our values and life vision. Mike shared wise perspectives on asset allocation, tax strategies, responsible spending, and leaving a legacy; all tailored to this specific group of entrepreneurs with purpose-driven practices. Several practitioners gained financial confidence by confronting inner money blocks that had silently held them back for years. Couples saw breakthroughs in their own diverse relationships with money and found new ways to align in the future. There was a palpable energy shift around money for everyone in the room. We're thrilled to dive deeper with Mike as the keynote speaker at our upcoming Quarterly Conference in November. He will help more of our community normalize their relationship with finances to gain freedom and abundance. Beyond the formal sessions, the relationships that were nurtured over shared meals under the stars, early morning yoga and HIIT training, and vulnerable late-night conversations were just as impactful. This is truly a special group, driving Functional Medicine forward, each in their own unique way. If you would like to learn more about the Legacy Mastermind, please reach out to FPC’s COO - Seth Conger at seth@freedompracticecoaching.com By: Seth Conger
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“I've been in that seat. And I was that person. And helping Wendy (in blue) coaching a wellness session.
people see themselves in me – that connection is huge.” pg. 29 Hope For Health #76
When we think of personal transformation, it's easy to conjure up dramatic images: the butterfly emerging from its cocoon or a phoenix rising from the ashes. But sometimes, the most impactful transformations are those that take place within, quietly reshaping how we view ourselves and the world around us. Wendy Kubala, Program Coordinator and Health Coach at The Healthplex embodies this inward shift and has a story that unfolds from a backdrop of health struggles, then blossoms into a narrative of inspiration, courage, and a relentless pursuit of wellness. Despite her education in nutrition and a 15-year career within health as an athletic trainer, Wendy grappled with personal weight issues and feelings of self-loathing and depression. “When I first started at Healthplex I had lost some weight and was doing well but then my sister passed away unexpectedly, and it put me in a huge depression. All of the weight came back, and I was super ashamed of myself. I lost all self-confidence and struggled to get through my daily obligations.” Wendy was hired back in 2017 to help grow the clinic and assist with marketing. Then in 2022 during a meeting, Dr. Ryan Ferns, Healthplex owner, told the team about FPC and announced, “this is the way we’re going.” That shift not only created an entirely new outlook on healthcare, but it also led Wendy into making a life-changing request. “Last year I finally asked for some help. And Dr. Ryan said, ‘if you want to commit to doing a program, we can work on it together’ so we sat down and reviewed everything. And then I went to Kathy, our health coach, and I said, ‘please don’t let me fail.’ I’ve now lost 140 pounds in the last year. I'm a living, walking proof that this works.” The results fueled Wendy’s motivation to promote their wellness programs and she began taking more initiative in her role. She recommitted to her passion for coaching and despite some initial fear, she even began helping with PME’s and presentations.
“I was scared to death. Sure, I've had to present throughout my career, but it was never something I enjoyed doing. Then I got a hold of Charlie's talk and Nicole's dissection of it, and I was like, ‘bingo’ – emotional connection. And I realized that I've been in that seat. I was that person. And helping people see themselves in me – that connection is huge.” Wendy has a mission to help others live the healthy lives they deserve and says her role is not her job, it’s her purpose. She explained that when it comes to her personal growth, she sees no finish line. “There’s so much to learn and I don’t envision ever stopping. The potential for my personal growth is endless. From day one, this has been a learning experience, and I’m loving every minute of it.” Igniting a change in others has been at the heart of Wendy’s involvement with the FPC community and she described the quarterly training events as eye-opening experiences. She’s grateful for the continued mentorship and guidance and deeply appreciates being able to lean on the coaching team. “The support that we get has been amazing. There's nothing that FPC isn’t willing to help us in or guide us with. Nicole is my hero right now. She has been our go-to; and has even helped us think of new ideas to make sure that we're the best that we can possibly be. She has really helped us become the functional medicine practice that we are.” Wendy is optimistic about the future of The Healthplex and the role that FPC plays in it. She truly believes that food is medicine and has become very protective of her health. She credits Dr. Ryan for much of her transformation and after having gone through this journey, she says she will “never go back.” "Dr. Ryan made me want to live again. He gave me my life back and I think of him as family. I am a living, walking billboard that the program works and the success I’ve had is unbelievable. I am honored to be a part of this mission.” By: Cynthia Okoroafor Hope For Health #76
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“The goal of streamlining isn't about cramming more tasks into fewer hours, but about doing the right tasks exceptionally well.”
Hey you,
Delegate Wisely
I hope this special letter finds you in high spirits. Today, I'd like to talk about a challenge that's no stranger to any of us: the stress that stems from juggling a multitude of tasks and responsibilities.
Relinquishing control is a challenge, but remember, you don’t have to do it all. Leverage the team’s unique strengths. For instance, Sarah began delegating some admin duties to interns eager to contribute, freeing her to enrich our practice members’ experience. Those of you flying solo for now, realize that effective systemization positions your practice for growth and hiring.
Let's be honest; our roles in this wellness practice are multifaceted. Whether it's managing programs, ensuring our prospects and practice members are comfortable, or a host of other duties, the cycle of tasks seems never-ending. Do you recall Sarah, our Wellness Assistant extraordinaire? She once confessed to feeling overwhelmed trying to balance front-desk duties, administrative tasks, and last-minute requests, not to mention reporting stats and enrolling new members. She often left work drained, questioning the day's accomplishments. Sound familiar? I imagine. Sarah's situation resonates with us all at one time or another.
Take a Breather We are ambassadors of wellness, so let's walk the talk. Don't underestimate the power of a quick breather, a stretch, short breaks, or even a few squats. Minutes invested in grounding or deep breathing exercises can recharge your mental and physical batteries.
Prioritize Like a Pro
I assure you, the goal of streamlining isn't about cramming more tasks into fewer hours, but about doing the right tasks exceptionally well. You possess the capability to convert daily chaos into a well-oiled machine. Never forget, your work isn’t merely 'busywork'; it’s life-changing for the people we serve. Here's to your unstoppable drive!
Not all tasks are born equal. Categorize your duties into four quadrants:
All the best, Mindi Webb
So, how do we transition from overwhelmed to empowered? Here’s a playbook:
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Urgent and Important Important but Not Urgent Urgent but Not Important Neither.
Aim to invest more time in "Important but Not Urgent" tasks. These proactive activities pave the road to long-term success. We'll delve deeper into these proactive measures in upcoming workshops! Systemize and Automate If you find yourself completing the same tasks repeatedly, it's high time for a system. Pre-scheduling regular follow-ups or utilizing templates for frequent emails can be game changers. We've invested in top-notch software tools; let's maximize their utility.
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HOPE FOR HEALTH No. 76
Publisher: Freedom Practice Coaching Editor-in-Chief: Cynthia Okoroafor Designer: Justin Dickenson