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October 29, 202651 min

Can Your Eyes Hold Clues to Your Health History?

We've all heard the saying, "The eyes are the windows to the soul." But could they also offer a different perspective on our health? With over 16 years of experience and 7,000+ client consultations, Dr. Angel Hill, Naturopathic Doctor and Certified Iridologist, introduces us to the fascinating world of iridology, an unconventional practice that examines patterns in the eyes. From stress and hormones to surprising observations that even skeptics didn't expect, this conversation had me asking questions I never thought I'd ask! And Dr. Angel's own journey? That's a story worth hearing. 🎙️ Join us on Third Chances Podcast, Episode 106, for a conversation that might make you look at your eyes a little differently! ▶️ WATCH THE FULL VIDEO ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/kQyHPXA8Ke4 CHAPTER 00:00 - The NASA Scientist Who Didn't Believe in Iridology 01:00 - Meet Dr. Angel Hill: There's More Than Meets the Eye 03:00 - The Health Crisis That Changed Her Life 06:30 - How Dr. Angel Discovered Iridology 10:00 - What Is Iridology and How Does It Work? 13:30 - Can Your Eyes Reveal Stress? 17:00 - The Iris Hormone Map: Stress, Thyroid & Hormones 22:00 - What Your Eye Patterns May Say About Your Personality 26:00 - What Happens During an Iridology Consultation? 29:00 - The Surprising Eye Observation That Prompted a Medical Referral 33:00 - The Skeptical NASA Scientist's Unexpected Experience 36:00 - Starting Over After Nearly 30 Years 39:00 - Three Morning Habits for Better Health 43:00 - Intermittent Fasting, Cortisol & Women's Health 47:00 - Grounding, Breathing & Stress Management 50:00 - Why We've Become Disconnected From Our Bodies 54:00 - Navigating Conflicting Health Advice 57:00 - Taking Control of Your Health Decisions 60:00 - Are You Taking Too Many Supplements? 63:00 - Final Thoughts & Connecting With Dr. Angel Hill 🔗 CONNECT WITH DR. ANGEL HILL 🌐 Website: https://angelhillonline.com 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angeleyes32570 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angeleyes32570/ ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AngelEyes32570 If you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe so you don't miss what's coming next! If something resonated with you, I highly recommend connecting with Dr. Angel Hill and exploring her work further. Vera Czerny Third Chances Podcast Conversations that challenge how we think about health Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding your health concerns.

October 22, 202648 min

When Success Disappears: Who Are You Without Everything You Built? | Dr. Diane Ortega

What happens when the life you've spent years building suddenly falls apart? And who are you when everything that once defined you is gone? Dr. Diane Ortega, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Certified Nurse-Midwife, entrepreneur, and single mother of four, spent nearly a decade building three successful birth centers that helped transform maternity care for thousands of families. Then an unexpected financial crisis changed everything. A healthcare-system cyberattack, serious billing problems, and mounting losses eventually led to the closure of her business, leaving Diane facing something she never anticipated: an identity crisis in her 50s. In this revealing conversation, we explore the hidden cost of being the woman everyone depends on, the realities of entrepreneurship, and what happens when success no longer looks the way you imagined. Diane shares why she stopped calling her business closure a failure, what she discovered when she finally let go, and why starting over after 50 might be the beginning of something better. "I didn't realize how much I was holding until I let it go." If you've ever wondered whether your current life still fits the person you've become, this conversation is for you. Meet Dr. Diane Ortega Doctor of Nursing Practice, Certified Nurse-Midwife, women's health expert, co-founder of three birth centers, and host of The Midwife Life podcast. Today, Diane uses nearly two decades of experience supporting women through life-changing transitions to help them navigate reinvention, rediscover themselves, and embrace their next chapter. A Free Gift from Diane Something Is Shifting is Diane's free ten-minute audio for the mother who's "fine." Tired, but fine. 🎧 Listen here: https://themidwifelife.kit.com/shifting Connect with Diane Website: https://themidwifelife.co/ Podcast: https://themidwifelife.co/the-midwife-life-podcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diane.ortega/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/diane.ortega1/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diane-ortega-the-midwife-life-co/ Email: hello@themidwifelife.co Watch the full version of my conversations with Dr. Diane Ortega: https://youtu.be/Prtg8nbWP28 Chapters 0:00 Opening Intro 0:49 Introduction to Dr. Diane Ortega 4:09 Childhood in Illinois and Early Dreams 7:34 Discovering Midwifery After Motherhood 11:04 The Path to Becoming a Nurse Midwife 14:19 Moving to Arizona for a New Chapter 17:59 Transitioning from Employee to Business Owner 21:49 The Reality of Managing People and Growth 25:34 The Billing Crisis and Closing the Business 29:19 Navigating Divorce and Family Dynamics 33:04 The Identity Crisis After Closing a Business 36:49 Finding Peace in Part-Time Work and Silence 40:34 Reinvention and Fewer Fs to Give in Your 50s 44:09 The Rebirth Journey and Final Advice 48:16 End of Video If something in Diane's story resonated with you, I encourage you to connect with her and explore her work. 💬 Here's a question for you: What part of your old life are you finally ready to leave behind? Share your thoughts in the comments, and please share this episode with someone who needs to hear it. 🔔 Subscribe to Third Chances Podcast so you don't miss what's coming next. www.third-chances.com Vera Czerny Third Chances Podcast Conversations that challenge how we think about health, business, and life without limits. Want to be considered as a podcast guest? https://www.third-chances.com/apply-to-be-a-podcast-guest

October 15, 20261 hr 8 min

Groomed In Plain Sight: "They Said They Loved Me..."

What if everything we've taught our children about "stranger danger" is missing one of the biggest threats? We've all heard it. We've probably said it to our own children. "Don't talk to strangers." But what if the person who puts a child in danger isn't a stranger at all? What if it's someone they know, trust, or even consider a friend? MEET MY GUEST: MISTI SPENCER Misti is the author of Drinking Beauty and the Seven Narcissists: A Musical Journey. Through her writing, speaking, research, and advocacy, she's turning her lived experiences into a mission to raise awareness about human trafficking, exploitation, trauma, and the importance of helping others recognize destructive patterns. In this episode of Third Chances Podcast, I sit down with Misti Spencer, an extraordinary woman, author, keynote speaker, and survivor advocate whose story left me with questions I believe we should all be asking. Misti has survived human trafficking, childhood exploitation, domestic violence, and addiction. But what struck me most wasn't just what she's been through. It was her determination to help others understand how these situations happen, why warning signs can be so difficult to recognize, and what life looks like long after the danger is over. "Predators don't look like predators." When Misti said those words, it opened a conversation that challenged some of my own assumptions. We talked about trust, the complicated nature of human relationships, and something that really stayed with me: What if the very things we teach children about being polite, making friends, and respecting adults sometimes make it harder for them to recognize when a boundary is being crossed? And there's another question I couldn't help asking. Why do people stay in situations that are clearly hurting them? Misti's perspective made me realize how much more there is to that question than most of us understand. 🎙️ Episode 104. It's a conversation I believe every parent, grandparent, educator, and anyone who cares about others should hear. 🎥 WATCH OR LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Rib_Ml_wLiE And if something in our conversation makes you stop and think, please share it. You never know who might need to hear Misti's story. CHAPTER: 00:00 Cold Open: When Friendship Becomes a Trafficking Trap 03:15 Meet Misti Spencer: Author, Survivor, and Advocate 06:40 Growing Up in Poverty and Forced to Grow Up Too Soon 10:20 "Predators Don't Look Like Predators": The Stranger Danger Myth 14:15 How Predators Exploit Trust, Vulnerability, and the Need for Love 18:50 Childhood Abuse, Shame, and Why Survivors Stay Silent 22:30 Beyond the Stereotypes: What Human Trafficking Really Looks Like 27:10 Female Groomers: The Dangerous Side of "The Lifestyle" 31:45 Behind Closed Doors: Sex Parties, Isolation, and Coercion 36:20 Drugs, GHB, and the Hidden Tactics of Exploitation 40:15 "Why Didn't You Just Leave?" Love, Manipulation, and Dependency 45:00 The Breaking Point: Recognizing the Pattern and Escaping 49:30 Survival Isn't Healing: Therapy, Trauma, and Starting Over 53:45 Love After Trauma: A 23-Year Marriage With a Fellow Survivor 58:10 *Drinking Beauty and the Seven Narcissists*: Breaking the Silence 1:02:00 Turning Pain Into Purpose: Advocacy and Helping Other Survivors 1:04:14 End of Episode I encourage you to connect with Misti and learn more about the important work she's doing. Connect with Misti: 🌐 Website: https://www.mistispencer.com 📖 Her Book: https://www.DrinkingBeautyJourney.com 📧 Email: contact@mistispencer.com 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mistispencer/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/misti.o.spencer 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misti_spencer ▶️ YouTube: https://m.youtube.com/@mistispencer If you enjoyed this conversation, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss any future episodes. And if something in Misti's story resonated with you, I highly encourage you to reach out to her and explore her work further. One of the reasons I love bringing these conversations to you is that they challenge what we think we know. Sometimes the most important thing we can do is listen to someone whose experiences are completely different from our own. Thank you for watching, listening, and being part of Third Chances! Vera Czerny Third Chances Podcast Conversations that challenge how we think about health, business, and life without limits. 🌐 https://www.third-chances.com 📧 vera@third-chances.com Want to be considered as a guest on Third Chances Podcast? https://www.third-chances.com/apply-to-be-a-podcast-guest Content Note: This episode includes discussions of childhood sexual abuse, human trafficking, exploitation, addiction, and trauma. Listener discretion is advised.

October 8, 20261 hr 8 min

Why I Had a Stroke at 29: Warning Signs Every Woman Should Know

What if the very thing you’re proud of, your ability to keep going no matter what, is also the reason you’re missing what your body is trying to tell you? At just 29 years old , Amy Mewborn experienced a health crisis that changed the course of her life. And it wouldn’t be the last time her body demanded her attention. My guest for Episode 103 of Third Chances is Amy Mewborn , TEDx speaker, bestselling author, entrepreneur, founder of Living Simpler, and creator of the SIGNALS Method. Amy’s story is not about fear. It’s about what can happen when high-achieving women become so used to pushing through that warning signs start to feel normal. In this conversation, Amy shares the experiences that forced her to rethink health, success, and what it really means to listen to your body. One question stayed with me after we finished: What has your body been trying to tell you that you’ve been too busy to hear? This is a conversation you’ll want to hear all the way through. Chapters 0:00 New Intro 2:38 Intro and meeting Amy Mewborn 6:53 The drive for success and the Enneagram 3 personality 11:08 A stroke in the middle of a Container Store 16:23 Birth control and Amy’s stroke experience 20:58 Returning to work and the trap of productivity 24:48 Mold exposure and searching for answers 30:28 Western medicine, functional health, and looking at the whole person 35:53 The SIGNALS Method and learning to read your body 41:18 Why Amy puts sleep first 46:38 Journaling, tracking, and recognizing patterns 51:53 Nutrition myths and getting back to real food 57:08 High-achieving women, stress, and health 1:02:28 Taking responsibility for your long-term health 1:06:48 Connecting with Amy and final thoughts Watch the full conversation: https://youtu.be/vrdjQ3tdEzY Connect with Amy 🌐 https://living-simpler.com 📸 https://www.instagram.com/amymewborn/ 💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/amymewborn/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.mewborn YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmyMewbornLivingSimpler If you enjoyed this conversation, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming next. If something in Amy’s story resonated with you, I highly recommend connecting with Amy Mewborn and exploring her work further. And if someone came to mind while you were listening, especially the woman who takes care of everyone else but keeps putting herself last, share this episode with her. Vera Czerny Third Chances Podcast Conversations that challenge how we think about health, business, and life without limits Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult an appropriate healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine or if you have concerns about symptoms, medications, or medical conditions. Individual experiences and results vary.

October 1, 20261 hr 8 min

What If Success Scares You: She waited until 62 to discover what was really holding her back

What if the dream you’ve postponed isn’t really about age or timing, but about something that has been quietly holding you back for years? At 62, Kimberly Anne Conway finally pursued the dream she had carried since childhood: becoming an author. But writing fiction unexpectedly led her back through her own story and the “knots” of fear, self-doubt, and old beliefs that had followed her for decades. Today, Kimberly is an accomplished published author whose talent crosses two very different kinds of storytelling. In My Journey to Somewhere , she brings honesty and vulnerability to her personal journey, while Making Russian Dolls showcases her imagination through a gripping story of espionage, identity, and intrigue. Together, the books reveal both the deeply personal and wonderfully creative sides of Kimberly as a writer. In this conversation, Kimberly shares one of her biggest realizations: “I was more comfortable with failure than I was with succeeding.” What finally allowed her to change that pattern, trust her voice, and pursue the dream she had postponed for so long? This is a conversation about the stories we write, the stories we believe about ourselves, and why it’s never too late to write a different next chapter. Sometimes it’s finally starting the thing you never stopped wanting. Watch here for the full interview: https://youtu.be/B8DQ4zVZq2I In This Episode 0:00 Introduction to Kimberly Anne Conway 4:15 Childhood dreams and an early love of writing 8:30 How our perceptions can become our reality 12:45 Self-doubt, fear of success, and the pattern of stopping 17:20 Kimberly’s 30-year career with the Postal Service 21:55 Early experiences, trauma, and beliefs we carry forward 26:40 Writing, journaling, and beginning to untie the “knots” 31:10 Why sharing our personal stories can matter 35:50 How family members can remember the same past differently 40:25 The unexpected inspiration behind Making Russian Dolls 45:40 Creating characters and living with stories in your head 50:15 Writer’s block, discipline, and making time to write 55:10 Why your voice and your dreams still matter 1:01:45 The layers we reveal, and the ones we keep hidden 1:06:20 Kimberly’s message for anyone who thinks it’s too late Connect With Kimberly Website: h ttps://: kimberlyanneconway.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61570263290947 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kymmrcway/ Kimberly’s books: 📖 My Journey to Somewhere 📖 Making Russian Dolls Kimberly shares that her books can be found through her website and ordered through bookstores, and she specifically encourages readers to support their local independent bookstores. If you enjoyed this conversation, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes. And if something in this episode resonated with you, I highly encourage you to connect with Kimberly Anne Conway and explore her work further. And if you’re someone who’s been looking at health from a different angle, especially from a cellular perspective, feel free to reach out. I love bringing these conversations to you because they expand how we think about health… and sometimes even challenge what we thought we knew. www.third-chances.com OR: reach out to me: vera@third-chances.com Vera Czerny Third Chances Podcast Conversations that challenge how we think about health, business, and life without limits Want to be considered as a podcast guest? Apply to be a guest on Third Chances Podcast

September 24, 20261 hr 10 min

Stop Chasing the Scale: The Real Danger Women May Be Overlooking As They Age

In this episode, we explore why muscle may become increasingly important as women age, how menopause and hormonal changes can affect metabolism and recovery, why traditional dieting may sometimes work against long-term strength, and how women can become smarter consumers in a wellness world filled with supplements, trends, trackers, and conflicting advice. Rachel also shares a deeply human side of her story, from delivering more than 1,000 babies as a certified nurse midwife to finally earning her private pilot’s license at 55 after a journey that took 15 years. Her story is a reminder that there is no arbitrary age at which curiosity, adventure, growth, or reinvention has to stop. Rachel Smith, DNP, FNP-C, CNM, NBC-HWC, is the founder of Aspect Wellness and a specialist in obesity medicine, hormone optimization, and midlife performance. With nearly two decades of clinical experience, Rachel helps high-performing women build the physiological and psychological capacity to live fully, not simply live longer. Her work brings together evidence-based medicine and real-world performance, translating complex science around muscle, metabolism, hormones, cognition, sleep, resilience, and longevity into practical strategies women can use in everyday life. A former certified nurse midwife who has delivered more than 1,000 babies, Rachel is also a private pilot and outdoor enthusiast. She speaks nationally on midlife performance, longevity, and what it takes to create what she calls a high-capacity life. Rachel is also the author of the forthcoming: CALIBRATED: A Precision Medicine Guide to Hormones, Cognition, and Peak Performance in Midlife. Due Fall 2026 🎥 Watch the full conversation with Rachel Smith: https://youtu.be/xF-C2sy1ieQ Chapters: 0:00 Promo Video 4:45 Intro and the importance of professionalism 8:30 Meet Rachel Smith: Midwife and health expert 11:55 A personal journey through family illness 16:15 Transitioning into midwifery and nursing 20:45 Recognizing the signs of perimenopause 25:00 Moving from midwifery to metabolic health 29:15 The biology of aging and insulin resistance 33:45 Why weight loss isn't the only goal 39:05 Muscle as a foundation for longevity 43:45 Starting a fitness routine in your 50s and 60s 49:00 Evaluating supplements and wellness marketing 54:15 Rebuilding trust with your healthcare provider 58:45 Learning to listen to your body's warning signs 1:04:00 Using biohacking tools like the Oura Ring 1:08:45 How alcohol impacts sleep and recovery 1:13:30 Lessons from the cockpit: Flying and health 1:17:45 Closing thoughts and Rachel's new book Calibrate CONNECT WITH RACHEL Aspect Wellness: https://aspect-wellness.com/ Email: contact@aspect-wellness.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-smith-cnm-aprn-nbc-hwc-407462b9/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachel.smith.dnp YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RachelSmithDNP Instagram: @rachelsmithdnp If this conversation resonated with you, I highly encourage you to connect with Rachel Smith and explore her work further. And if you’re someone who has been looking at health from a different angle, especially from a cellular perspective, feel free to reach out. I love bringing these conversations to you because they expand how we think about health and sometimes challenge what we thought we knew. www.third-chances.com or reach out to me: vera@third-chances.com Vera Czerny Third Chances Podcast Conversations that challenge how we think about health

September 17, 20261 hr 27 min

What If It's Not ADHD? Brain Fog, ADHD or Concussion?

When I first started Third Chances, I had no idea where it would lead me. I only knew I wanted to have real conversations with people who had lived through something, learned from it, and found a way to keep moving forward. Now, 100 episodes later, I look back with so much gratitude. I have met extraordinary people. Experts. Survivors. Reinventors. People who were knocked down by life, health, loss, fear, uncertainty, or circumstances they never chose, and somehow found the strength to stand back up. And for this 100th episode, I could not have asked for a more fitting conversation. My guest, Dr. Saeid Mushtagh, is a Vancouver-based naturopathic doctor whose work centers on brain health, mood, attention, cognition, and resilience. His professional path is deeply personal too, shaped by his own experiences with depression, anxiety, ADHD, multiple concussions, immigration, and rebuilding connection. In this episode, we talk about what may sit underneath brain fog, focus issues, mood changes, and concussion symptoms, while also exploring the deeper foundations of health, resilience, and human connection. What I loved most about this conversation is that it goes beyond the résumé. It is really about how struggle can shape purpose. Watch the full conversation and meet the man behind the doctor. Youtube: https://youtu.be/4UWbc8xc3_k Chapters 0:00 The Four Legs of the Health Chair 3:10 Introduction to Dr. Said Mushta 7:45 Growing up in Iran and Early Influences 12:30 Escaping Oppression and Moving to Canada 18:15 From Engineering to Molecular Biology 24:50 Discovering Naturopathic Medicine and Homeopathy 31:10 The Struggle of Cultural Integration and Disconnect 37:40 Finding Healing in the Canadian North 43:20 The Link Between Physical and Mental Health 49:05 Introduction to Brain Mapping and Neurofeedback 55:30 Why Concussions Impact Long term Mood 1:01:45 The Problem with Reactive Medical Systems 1:07:15 Assessing the Four Pillars of Health 1:13:30 The Importance of Sunlight and Vitamin D 1:19:00 Botanical Medicine and Wild Pine Pollen 1:24:10 Final Advice on Direct Awareness and Nature 1:27:53 Conclusion Connect with Dr. Saeid Mushtagh Websites: http://imh-clinic.com http://northshorend.ca LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-saeid-mushtagh-961b3116/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northshorenaturopathicclinic/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northshorenaturopathic/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@saeidmushtagh If you enjoyed this conversation, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming next. If something in this episode resonated with you, I highly recommend connecting with …. Dr. Saeid Mushtagh…. and exploring his work further. And if you’re someone who’s been looking at health from a different angle, especially from a cellular perspective, feel free to reach out. I love bringing these conversations to you because they expand how we think about health… and sometimes even challenge what we thought we knew. www.third-chances.com OR: reach out to me: vera@third-chances.com Vera Czerny Third Chances Podcast Conversations that challenge how we think about health #brainhealth #concussionrecovery #holistichealth #mentalresilience #ThirdChancesPodcast #Episode100 #DrSaeidMushtagh #MentalHealth #ADHD #Anxiety #Depression #NaturopathicMedicine #Resilience

September 9, 20261 hr 11 min

They Called Her Insane - Then She Built a Ministry of 100,000

What would make someone say a bipolar diagnosis saved their life? When I sat down with Lady Charmaine, we talked about the story you would never guess from her smile: childhood trauma, a demanding corporate career, and psychiatric hospital stays that few people knew about. Today, she’s an author of 20 books and leads an online ministry of 100,000 members. But how did she get from there to here? We explore the diagnosis that changed her understanding of herself, the role of therapy and psychiatric care alongside faith, and the courage it takes to accept help. You’ll also hear about her 80-pound weight-loss journey, an unexpected concept called “Zero Mathematics,” and a difficult question: how do you acknowledge what happened to you while taking responsibility for what happens next? Watch the full Third Chances conversation to discover the woman behind the labels—and the choices that helped her move forward. Chapters 🕒 0:00 Introduction to Lady Charmaine 3:45 Surviving Childhood Trauma 8:12 Finding Strength and Education 12:50 The Dream of Becoming a Pastor 17:35 Launching an Online Ministry 22:10 Writing as a Form of Healing 27:40 Establishing a Publishing Company 32:15 Overcoming Analysis Paralysis 37:50 Vera on Humility and New Beginnings 43:20 Mindset and Physical Health 48:15 Managing Bipolar Disorder 53:40 Weight Loss and Support Systems 58:55 Choosing the Right Friends 1:04:10 Breaking the Victim Mentality 1:08:45 Final Wisdom and Resources If you found value in this testimony, please subscribe for more inspiring stories and share this video with someone who needs encouragement today. Leave a comment below with your biggest takeaway from Lady Charmaine journey! Watch the Youtube Espisode: https://youtu.be/n3h0V8X3ybs CONNECT WITH LADY CHARMAINE Business name: Unlimited Help Ministry Email: ladycharmaineday@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.ladycharmaineday.com LINKEDIN: www.linkedin.com/in/ladycharmaineday FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/ladycharmaineday INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/ladycharmaineday YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@ladycharmaineday #ThirdChances #mentalhealth #bipolarrecovery #faith #healing #testimony #thirdchancespodcast If Lady Charmaine’s story made you reflect on your own life—and what you want to change—I’d love to hear what stayed with you. 📩 Reach me at: Podcast@third-chances.com Vera Czerny Third Chances Podcast Honest conversations about healing, reinvention, and refusing to let your past define your future. Disclaimer: This conversation shares personal experiences and is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical or mental health advice. Everyone’s experience is different. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional about diagnosis, treatment, or changes to medication. Faith and mind-body-spirit practices can be part of personal wellness; they do not replace professional care. Have a story that could help someone see new possibilities? Apply to be a guest on Third Chances Podcast: https://www.third-chances.com/apply-to-be-a-podcast-guest

September 3, 20261 hr 15 min

"I Wasn't Supposed To Still Be Here" - She Tried It to Prove Him Wrong - Then Everything Changed

Some conversations deserve more attention and a second life. I originally recorded this conversation with Donnellyn Dominguez about three years ago, and when I recently went back into the Third Chances archives, I knew this one deserved to be brought back. Newly re-edited. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/GV78ozJbK9g Donnellyn didn't become a midwife until her 50s. She went on to deliver more than 1,000 babies and built one of the largest birth centers in Texas. Then the woman who had spent years caring for others suddenly found herself facing a frightening health crisis of her own. What followed challenged everything she thought she knew, including her strong resistance to something she initially refused to even consider. In fact, when she finally agreed to try it, her intention was simple: She wanted to prove the person recommending it wrong. This conversation is about much more than health. We talk about reinvention later in life, skepticism, loss, purpose, the things we sometimes dismiss too quickly - and what can happen when life forces us to reconsider the path we thought we were on. At one point, the conversation became deeply personal for me as well. If you've ever had to start again, change your mind, or wonder whether your best chapter might still be ahead of you, this is one worth watching. Chapters: 7:40 — Starting over in her 50s 11:20 — The birth that changed her life 24:45 — When the caregiver became the patient 38:50 — The thing she wanted nothing to do with 43:15 — “I'll try it just to prove you wrong” 58:00 — Another unexpected reinvention 1:07:15 — When our conversation became personal 1:11:50 — Finding purpose in the hardest chapters This episode reflects Donnellyn's personal journey and experience. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming next. And if this made you think differently about your health… message me “HEALTH” and I’m happy to point you in the right direction (or share how to explore this further). If it resonated with you… please SHARE it with someone who needs to hear it. Learn more here: 👉 podcast@thirdchances.com #longevity #holistichealth #optimalwellness #cellularhealth #healthspan Vera Czerny Third Chances Podcast Conversations that challenge how we think about health Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine. Individual results vary. The technologies mentioned here are not intended to treat, cure, heal, prevent, or diagnose any disease or medical condition. Want to be considered as a podcast guest? https://www.third-chances.com/apply-to-be-a-podcast-guest

August 26, 20261 hr 8 min

Strong After 60: The Confidence Muscle Nobody Talks About

What happens when a woman who once had only 19 cents in her bank account decides that her story will not end there? In this deeply personal episode of Third Chances, I sit down with fitness expert, author, and former Clemson University scholarship swimmer Marian Harris, a woman whose strength was forged through far more than exercise. Marian spent years describing herself as a people pleaser, holding on to an abusive marriage and believing that if she loved enough, gave enough, and tried hard enough, things might change. Leaving required courage. But healing presented an even harder challenge: forgiving her abuser and eventually learning to forgive herself for staying. With faith, gratitude, physical movement, and a willingness to begin again, Marian rebuilt her confidence and her life. Today, she helps women in midlife and beyond discover that strength is not only about what the body can do. It is also about what we survive, what we release, and how we choose to move forward. Her book, The 19 Cent Millionaire , reflects the journey that took her from rock bottom to a life devoted to helping other women become stronger, more resilient, and more confident especially after 60. In this conversation, we explore: Why a few good moments can keep us in a painful relationship far longer than we should stay What it took for Marian to finally leave her abusive marriage The difficult process of forgiving both her abuser and herself How faith and gratitude helped her rebuild her life The powerful connection between physical strength and mental resilience Why movement becomes even more important as women age What women over 60 need to stop believing about their bodies and their possibilities How to begin again when life has left you with almost nothing This episode is for the woman who has spent years putting everyone else first. The woman rebuilding after heartbreak, hardship, or loss. And the woman who may be wondering whether it is too late to become strong, confident, and excited about her life again. Marian’s story is a reminder that starting over does not erase what happened but it can change what happens next. If this conversation speaks to you, please subscribe to Third Chances, turn on notifications, and share this episode with a woman who needs to know that her age, and her past do not get to decide what is still possible. WATCH THIS ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/4EeXAbIA2iU CHAPTERS 0:00 Welcoming Marian Harris to Third Chances Podcast 3:15 Growing up in an athletic family 6:45 The path to a Clemson swimming scholarship 10:00 Early marriage and identifying red flags 13:30 Escaping an abusive relationship with three children 18:15 Starting over in Georgia with nothing 22:30 The 19-cent millionaire moment 27:00 The journey of writing and publishing her first book 32:15 How faith and the Holy Spirit provided strength 36:45 Turning fitness into a business for women 41:00 Moving from a victim to a victor mindset 46:30 Creating an online fitness community for midlife 51:00 Discussing nutrition and anti-inflammatory eating 56:15 Overcoming physical injuries and medical labels 1:01:30 The importance of forgiving yourself 1:05:00 Final advice on consistency and joy CONNECT WITH MARIAN HARRIS WEBSITE: https://www.fitandfabforlife.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/marian.wardlaw?mibextid=LQQJ4d LINKEDIN: https://www.LinkedIn.com/in/marian-harris-15a987427 YOUTUBE: https://youtube.com/@fitandfabforlifetv?si=7BDxaCIXkxogAb-P INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fitandfabforlife_/ #ThirdChances #MarianeHarris #The19CentMillionaire #WomenOver60 #MidlifeReinvention #StartingOver #WomenAndFitness #Resilience #SelfForgiveness #LifeAfterAbuse And if this made you think differently about your health… message me “HEALTH” on WhatsApp +1-203-58-6213 and I’m happy to point you in the right direction (or share how to explore this further). Reach me at: Podcast@third-chances.com Vera Czerny Third Chances Podcast Conversations that challenge how we think about health Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine. Individual results vary. The technologies mentioned here are not intended to treat, cure, heal, prevent, or diagnose any disease or medical condition. Want to be considered as a podcast guest? https://www.third-chances.com/apply-to-be-a-podcast-guest

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