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Small Changes Big Shifts

Dr. Michelle Robin

The Small Changes Big Shifts podcast is your weekly dose of wellness encouragement. It"s the small changes that stick and ultimately compound to create big shifts in our holistic well-being. Dr. Michelle Robin and her renowned guests will share wisdom, knowledge, real life stories and practical tips to inspire and inform you as you move forward on your journey to a life of wellness.

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27:55

How Kindness Creates a Pathway for Self-Improvement...

Small Changes Big Shifts ·

2023/10/22

"Diversity is a fact, equity is a choice, inclusion is the action, and belonging is the outcome.” - Dr. Diedrick Graham As we continue to celebrate our annual 31 Days of Kindness series, Dr. Michelle Robin invites Dr. Diedrick Graham to share why kindness has influenced what he does today in the world for others. During this powerful conversation, he’ll reveal who helped him understand the most foundational aspects of kindness, and why their guidance taught him that no matter what’s happening

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25:32

What I’ve Learned About Kindness After 25 Years as a...

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2023/10/15

"Kindness is really rooted in love.” - Cynthia Newsome It’s official – the annual 31 Days of Kindness series (powered by the Big Shifts Foundation) has launched across the world, and Dr. Michelle Robin has invited a true kindness champion in the Kansas City community to celebrate it. Award-winning journalist Cynthia Newsome reveals what she’s learned about kindness after being an anchor for 25 years – even through some of the world’s darkest days and her battle through breast cancer – plus, why

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28:06

When Processing Grief Becomes a Kind Gift to Yourself...

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2023/10/08

"Don’t be afraid to listen to what’s going on in your mind – your body can speak to you.” - Luke Russert As we get ready to dive into our annual 31 Days of Kindness series this year, Dr. Michelle Robin invites author of Look for Me There, Luke Russert, to talk about why processing the grief of his father’s sudden passing was one of the kindest acts he ever did for himself. Rather than follow society’s way of moving on as quickly as possible, Luke shares what inspired him to push pause on his life

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28:49

Helping Kids Find Their Belonging in Our Community...

Small Changes Big Shifts ·

2023/10/01

"Kindness is showing an investment to each other.” - Darcy Swan A recent study revealed that two in three millennials don’t feel like they belong in their local community. Looking a little further up the stream, another study showed that one in five students don’t feel like they belong at their school. There’s a growing void developing among the younger generations, who are looking for who they are in this great big world – and the YMCA wants to close that gap for them. Join Dr. Michelle Robin as

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32:28

Why Your Gut is a Telephone Line to the Rest of Your...

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2023/09/24

"Eating habits are going to play a bigger role in the disease process than we’ve been led to believe.” - Dr. Denise Scott Did you know that 70 to 80 percent of our immune cells live in our gut? Why is that important? Because what goes on in the gut communicates whether our body thrives or attacks itself. Ultimately, our gut is responsible for how our immune system responds and functions – and more importantly, it's responsible for how well we are. Join Dr. Michelle Robin as she invites Dr. Denise

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36:34

The Power of Discovering Our Identity & Building...

Small Changes Big Shifts ·

2023/09/17

"We all have our identity journeys.” - Princess Sarah Culberson During her teenage years, Princess Sarah Culberson began to get curious about her identity, biological history, and even who she looked like. Once embarking on her journey, she learned that her biological mother died when she was 11, and her father lived in a village in Sierra Leone, West Africa. From him, she learned about her royal family, and that she is a Mahaloi, the granddaughter of a Paramount Chief, which meant Sarah is a

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24:49

How to Help Kids Understand the Connection Between...

Small Changes Big Shifts ·

2023/09/10

"When you write down what you eat, suddenly you become aware.” - Stacy Cahalan Kids are establishing their school routine again, but students are still struggling to regain some aspects of what they lost during the pandemic. This results in loss of connection, loneliness, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. During today’s show, Dr. Michelle Robin invites Stacy Cahalan to share why she decided to leave her previous career path and begin helping younger generations navigate these

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19:47

Why Many Lifetime Relationships Begin at the YMCA...

Small Changes Big Shifts ·

2023/08/27

"Connectivity is so important – no matter what age.” - Amy Jewell A recent study showed that 2 in 5 Americans haven’t made a new friend in five years due to shyness or introversion. Even more, another study revealed that the loneliness rate in America has doubled since the 1980s. That number has now reached 40 percent of adults in America, and some experts believe the “real number” may be a lot higher than that. During today’s episode, Dr. Michelle Robin invites Amy Jewell from the YMCA of Greater

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31:44

How End of Life Doulas Ease Fears Around Death with...

Small Changes Big Shifts ·

2023/08/20

"People are beginning to get comfortable with the idea that it requires just as much planning to transition out of this world as it does to give birth and bring a new soul into this world.” - Dr. Tamara MacIntyre According to a recent study, nearly half of participants (47 percent) admitted they were afraid of death. Some of those factors include fear of pain and suffering, fear of the unknown, fear of non-existence, fear of eternal punishment, fear of loss of control, and fear of what will become

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22:02

How a Life Coach Can Help You Discover a Better Path...

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2023/08/13

“Breakdowns are breakthroughs. You go through life with multiple layers, so how can you shed those layers to get to your authentic self?” - Sarah Uchytil The demand for life coaches has steadily increased over the years as people are seeking more empowerment, connection, and conversation. According to recent statistics, 80% of clients who introduce a life coach feel that it greatly helps align their lives and helps them finally get to where they want to go. Join Dr. Michelle Robin as she invites

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25:48

Why Your Mindset About Money Matters with Jeremy Davis

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2023/07/30

“When money is a problem, it’s on your mind all the time – the stress is obvious.” - Jeremy Davis According to the Federal Reserve Bank, the average American is $58,604 in debt. Additionally, at least 77 percent of American households are in some sort of debt. Today, Dr. Michelle Robin invites Jeremy Davis from CommunityAmerica Credit Union to offer encouragement to anyone who has financial goals, be it saving more, getting out of debt, or simply managing money better. He will share a personal story

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32:02

How Donkeys are Helping People Get Well with Kate Barker

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2023/07/23

“While in France, we stumbled across this herd of donkeys, fell in love with them, and immediately were drawn to their Zen-like presence.” - Kate Barker When Kate Barker was injured, it derailed her from her ability to compete in the 2011 London Olympics. But little did she know that her life was about to take some major turns over the next five years – ultimately, playing a major role in helping the Kansas City community get well through her donkey farm and a juicing company. In today’s episode,

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32:19

A Look Inside the Big Shifts Foundation Program with...

Small Changes Big Shifts ·

2023/07/02

Dr. Michelle Robin invites Frankie Banuelos to share what his experience has been like going through the Big Shifts Foundation Scholarship Program this year. As he’s getting ready to wrap-up his six-month curriculum in the program, he reflects on some of the highlights of being part of it and how his perception and understanding of self-care has shifted since he began the journey. He also shares some of the habits he’s embodied, and most of all, how his new lifestyle and mindset has translated and

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36:24

When Empathy Heals the Heart with Dr. Nicole Price

Small Changes Big Shifts ·

2023/06/18

“I had a visceral understanding – people are dealing with some real stuff. If we don’t see people as people, we can’t make the progress we need to make.” - Dr. Nicole Price In 2011, Dr. Nicole Price received shocking news that her mother had been hit and killed by a drunk driver. Shortlyafter, she also learned that her father wasn’t her biological father. As she was navigating her late mother’s four-year murder trial – and facing a shift in her identity by beginning to establish a relationship with

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26:10

Why Curiousity is Stronger Than Force with Rachel...

Small Changes Big Shifts ·

2023/06/11

“You get to make a choice that’s bigger than this moment.” - Rachel Freiman Did you know Americans spend a whopping $33 billion (yes, BILLION!) on diet products every year? Yet most diet programs and products are designed to go against our human nature (to avoid pain and seek pleasure). During today’s show, Dr. Michelle Robin invites Rachel Freiman to share her profound journey of going from a successful jazz musician in New York City to a major influencer in the nutrition and fitness industry

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34:08

Why Looking Beyond Our Symptoms Matters with Debra...

Small Changes Big Shifts ·

2023/06/04

“The source is more complex than the symptoms.’” - Debra Campbell A recent CivicScience poll revealed that the number of U.S. adults who reported taking at least one prescription medication per day now is 70 percent – a 14 percentage-point increase since 2019. Many people often come in to be treated for one thing, but rarely is it a singular issue in the body. During today’s show, Dr. Michelle Robin invites Debra Campbell to share why a multidimensional holistic approach is how where people get

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33:19

Why People with Adverse Childhood Experiences Often...

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2023/05/28

“There’s a part of the person that knows something is wrong, but they live with it for so long that they’ve learned to adapt around it.’” - Greg Helsel A National Survey of Children’s Health data showed approximately 30 percent of children experience one Adverse Childhood Experience (ACEs) - excluding external factors – and about 14 percent experienced two or more. Another study said that 1 in 6 adults experienced four or more types of ACEs in their lifetime. During today’s show, Dr. Robin invites

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28:12

Is This Stress or Anxiety? How to Tell the Difference...

Small Changes Big Shifts ·

2023/05/21

“When people come in and talk about stress, I find that it’s actually anxiety they are facing.’” - Subrena Hicks Did you know that anxiety is the most common mental health issue in the world? Moreover, other studies say that 1 in 5 adults don’t receive therapy services to address their mental health. In today’s episode, Dr. Michelle Robin invites licensed therapist Subrena Hicks to share her mission on breaking the stigmas around mental health. She’ll share insights about what she’s been noticing

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27:12

How Parade of Hearts Moved Our Community into...

Small Changes Big Shifts ·

2023/05/14

“This is something that connected our region like never before.’” - Eileen Weir There’s a famous saying that goes, “It only takes one tree to start a forest, one smile to begin a friendship... one thought to change the world” and that’s exactly what happened in the Kansas City community through the Parade of Hearts that began from one drawing on a napkin. During its last auction in 2022, it raised more than $2 million for Kansas City charities. During today’s episode, Dr. Michelle invites Jenn

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36:52

How Gene Expression Affects Mental Health with Dr. J...

Small Changes Big Shifts ·

2023/05/07

“When I started taking the cofactors to get vitamin D into my body, immediately my brain chemistry turned on and I thought, ‘This is what happy feels like.’” - Dr. J Dunn This month, Dr. Michelle Robin has invited a series of guests on the show to speak about the mental health crisis happening - something that has been a problem long before the pandemic hit. To kick off the series, she’s invited Dr. J Dunn, who has been creating waves within the mental health landscape by unveiling why gene

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