Christine, host of the Girl Out of Order podcast, joins The Happy Whole You podcast for a candid five-question conversation about what happens when the version of you that built your success no longer fits. They explore shedding old identities, the Wheel of Life as a diagnostic tool, the freedom of stopping the argument with reality, how to curate the roles and labels you carry, and how to tell a hard season apart from an identity you've genuinely outgrown. Christine also shares her own story of navigating infidelity in her marriage, growing up in a dysfunctional home, and signing a new book deal.



Hear more about:

 * Shedding the "good girl" identity from childhood
 * The Wheel of Life tool for finding what's missing
 * Stopping the argument with reality, "now what?"
 * Choosing who you bring to hard situations
 * "Who am I now?" and dancing with your roles
 * Ripping off labels that no longer fit
 * Fixed values vs. seasonal values (Tony Robbins' Date With Destiny)
 * Life rules: family first, always tell the truth, become the friend you want
 * Christine's new book deal announcement
 * The True Legacy Collective mastermind group



Connect with Anna:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com [http://www.happywholeyou.com/] / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Personal Website: www.DrAnnaMarie.com [http://www.drannamarie.com/]

Instagram: @happywholeyou [https://www.instagram.com/happywholeyou/]

Personal Instagram: @Dr.Anna.Marie

Facebook: Happy Whole You [https://www.facebook.com/happywholeyou]

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank [https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamariefrankhappywholeyou/]

Venmo: @happywholeyou [https://account.venmo.com/u/happywholeyou]

277. Identity Redesign for Shifting Times with Christine Gale

Sara Banta returns to the Happy Whole You podcast to break down why so many high achievers are running on empty despite coffee, peptides, and willpower. The root cause isn't a lack of effort, it's depleted mitochondria. Sara explains how everyday toxins, chronic stress, and post-pandemic spike protein damage are crushing cellular energy, and why foundational supplements like iodine and methylene blue can take ATP production from 2 to 36, no shortcut required.



Hear more about:

 * Why 96% of Americans are iodine deficient and what it does to your cells
 * The "parking spot" analogy for how halogens replace iodine
 * How iodine turns the P53 gene back on post-pandemic
 * Methylene blue's role in ATP and brain function
 * Why copper deficiency blocks the final step of energy production
 * The thyroid–liver connection you can't ignore
 * Why caffeine is a "credit card" for energy
 * What GLP-1 weight loss is really doing to your body
 * Free body-temperature test for thyroid function
 * Sara's son's cancer recovery story through cell health



Connect with Sara Banta:

https://acceleratedhealthproducts.com/Happy



Connect with Anna:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com [http://www.happywholeyou.com/] / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Personal Website: www.DrAnnaMarie.com [http://www.drannamarie.com/]

Instagram: @happywholeyou [https://www.instagram.com/happywholeyou/]

Personal Instagram: @Dr.Anna.Marie

Facebook: Happy Whole You [https://www.facebook.com/happywholeyou]

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank [https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamariefrankhappywholeyou/]

Venmo: @happywholeyou [https://account.venmo.com/u/happywholeyou]

276. Why You're Constantly Tired (And How to Fix It) | Methylene Blue & Iodine Secrets with Sara Banta

This episode features a live panel conversation with Dr. Monique Rogers, Courtney McDermott, and Dr. Anna Marie Frank, recorded at a women's community event in Bakersfield benefiting Casa Esperanza. The evening blends personal storytelling, practical wisdom, and raw honesty as three dynamic women unpack what it truly means to reclaim clarity, trust, and freedom. Topics range from the ego's role in protecting versus connecting, the neuroscience of the mind versus the brain, the art of asking unapologetically, navigating power dynamics in negotiations, healing from trauma, and the danger of competing instead of collaborating. The conversation is grounded in lived experience and offers both provocative insights and actionable tools for women ready to stop conforming and start leading with their soul.



"A desire ignored is a demon born. By not asking for what we need, we're creating our own internal chaos, and denying someone else the joy of giving." — Dr. Monique Rogers



Hear More About:

 * Ego as protector vs. soul as connector
 * What a dominatrix taught Dr. Monique about asking and receiving
 * Courtney's TEDx: the moment she tried to buy the TED stage
 * Why most people have no picture of their own mind
 * One question that instantly reclaims your agency in any room
 * Competition vs. collaboration — and how to rewire it
 * The micro-to-macro philosophy for inner and outer change
 * Happy Whole You: the wellness space that didn't exist 20 years ago



Connect with Anna:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com [http://www.happywholeyou.com/] / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Personal Website: www.DrAnnaMarie.com [http://www.drannamarie.com/]

Instagram: @happywholeyou [https://www.instagram.com/happywholeyou/]

Personal Instagram: @Dr.Anna.Marie

Facebook: Happy Whole You [https://www.facebook.com/happywholeyou]

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank [https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamariefrankhappywholeyou/]

Venmo: @happywholeyou [https://account.venmo.com/u/happywholeyou]

275. Micro to the Macro (Live Panel)

In this conversation, Dr. Anna Marie and high-performance coach James Laughlin explore the shift from hustle culture to sustainable, habits-based high performance. They unpack how chasing external validation and constant achievement leads to burnout, nervous system dysregulation, and emptiness, and contrast that with a life built on clarity, boundaries, and aligned habits. James shares practical tools like micro "exposure therapy" to rest, leverage-based boundaries, and a simple daily journaling framework to help high achievers protect their health, redefine success from the inside out, and create impact without sacrificing well-being.



"If you don't make time for health, you'd better make time for sickness." – James Laughlin



Key Points:

 * Hustle feels great until it doesn't.
 * External validation (status, money, fame) is not sustainable fuel.
 * High performance = results and healthy relationships + well-being.
 * Signs of burnout: constant fatigue, flat mood, withdrawal, no joy.
 * Reducing work triggers fear; the brain reads "rest" as "danger."
 * Use small "exposures" to time off (e.g., 2 hours, then 4, then a full day).
 * Boundaries with yourself are harder than boundaries with others.
 * Leverage (painful consequence) helps you keep your own commitments.
 * Simple daily journaling: gratitude, what went well, what you learned, 1% better.
 * Top performers are radically clear on what success looks like for them.



Connect with Anna:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com [http://www.happywholeyou.com/] / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Personal Website: www.DrAnnaMarie.com [http://www.drannamarie.com/]

Instagram: @happywholeyou [https://www.instagram.com/happywholeyou/]

Personal Instagram: @Dr.Anna.Marie

Facebook: Happy Whole You [https://www.facebook.com/happywholeyou]

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank [https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamariefrankhappywholeyou/]

Venmo: @happywholeyou [https://account.venmo.com/u/happywholeyou]

274. Habits of High Performers with James Laughlin

In this episode of the Happy Whole You Podcast, Dr. Robert Melillo returns to explore ADHD, brain development, and why so many modern mental health challenges may stem from brain imbalances rather than fixed "chemical defects." Looking through an evolutionary and developmental lens, he explains how reduced movement, increased technology use, and left-brain–heavy lifestyles are reshaping our brains. Together with host Dr. Anna Marie Frank, they unpack left vs. right brain dominance, ADHD subtypes, postpartum depression, and why focusing on our weaknesses, not just our strengths, may be the key to long-term brain and mental health.



"You're not broken. If anything, you are exceptional at something, and that gift is also what can leave you vulnerable." – Dr. Robert Melillo



Key points:

 * Movement is the foundation of brain development
 * Modern life (tech, sitting, toxins) is driving brain imbalances
 * Many issues (ADHD, autism, OCD, anxiety, depression) are developmental, not fixed defects
 * Our culture and schools overtrain the left brain and neglect the right brain
 * Right brain: social skills, emotional regulation, attachment, big-picture thinking
 * Left brain: data, goals, tech, ego, short-term focused attention
 * ADHD has different subtypes with different left/right brain patterns
 * True healing means strengthening weaknesses, not just doubling down on strengths
 * Medication can help short term, but long-term solutions focus on brain balance
 * The brain is highly plastic and can change at any age





About Dr. Robert Melillo:

Dr. Robert Melillo is a leading expert in developmental neurological conditions such as ADHD, autism, OCD, tics, dyslexia, anxiety, and depression in both children and adults. With extensive knowledge of brain function, he has perfected a noninvasive, multi-modal method to significantly improve and correct many neurological disorders. His expertise in functional neuroanatomy and neurophysiology is unparalleled, backed by 30 years as a clinician, professor, brain researcher, and bestselling author. His book Disconnected Kids, soon to release its 3rd edition, is a cornerstone in its genre, translated into 16 languages. Co-founder of Brain Balance Achievement Centers and developer of the Melillo Method®, he also runs the Melillo Center for Developing Minds in NY. Dr. Melillo directs the National Institute for Brain and Rehabilitation Sciences and co-hosts the web series Disconnected Kids Reconnected Families with his wife Carolyn, boasting over 3 million views. He also hosts The Melillo Method Podcast, Everything Brain.



Connect with Dr. Robert:

Email: drm@DrRobertMelillo.com

Website: DrRobertMelillo.com [http://drrobertmelillo.com/]

Phone: (516) 398-3454

LinkedIn: Robert Melillo [https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-melillo-a287b618b/]

X: @DrRobMelillo [http://www.twitter.com/DrRobMelillo]

Facebook: Dr Robert Melillo [https://www.facebook.com/DrRobertMelillo/]

Instagram: @DrRobertMelillo [https://www.instagram.com/DrRobertMelillo/]

Youtube: Dr Robert Melillo [https://www.youtube.com/@drrobertmelillo]

Podcast: MelilloMethodPodcast,Everything Brain [https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/melillo-method-podcast-everything-brain/id1739403876]

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273. Is ADHD a Sign of a Brain Imbalance? What Leaders Need to Understand Now with Dr. Robert Melillo

In this episode of the HAPPY WHOLE YOU PODCAST, Dr. Anna Marie Frank sits down with leadership and performance coach Sean Patton to explore the real difference between managing and leading, and why so many high achievers still end up feeling unfulfilled. Drawing from his military Special Forces background and his work with top performers, Sean shares how to move from task-focused management to true leadership that expands human capacity, aligns personal and business vision, and prevents leaders from hitting a silent ceiling of boredom and overwhelm. They dive into the inner work, the role of coaching, and the importance of listening to your body and intuition to stay in alignment with your highest, most authentic path.



"Leadership is about empowering and inspiring others to become a greater version of themselves than they ever thought was possible." – Sean Patton



5 Key Takeaways

 * True leadership starts with clarity of mission and communication, but in civilian life you must learn to define the mission from within, not just follow one handed to you.
 * Management maximizes the efficiency of existing systems, while leadership expands human capacity beyond what people believe they're capable of.
 * A simple diagnostic is to list your tasks: if you can't clearly see how you're increasing human capacity, you're probably managing more than leading.
 * High-level leaders often hit a hidden ceiling where they feel both overwhelmed and bored, signaling it's time for deeper inner work and a new, more aligned vision.
 * Coaches help uncover blind spots and misaligned goals so you don't have to "hit empty" at the top; early alignment between inner purpose and outer impact prevents midlife crises of success.



About Sean Patton:

Sean Patton is a former U.S. Army Special Forces Commander turned executive coach, author, and host of the No Limit Leadership podcast. A West Point graduate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, and Masters World Champion, Sean is an Executive Performance Coach at Novus Global, working with founders and senior leaders committed to becoming the leaders they are capable of becoming.



Connect with Sean:

Website: https://SeanPatton.me [https://seanpatton.me]

Coaching: https://Novus.Global/seanpatton [https://novus.global/seanpatton]

Book (A Warrior's Mindset: The 6 Keys to Greatness): https://www.amazon.com/Warriors-Mindset-Keys-Greatness/dp/B09HG54YS4

Podcast (No Limit Leadership): https://nolimitleadership.buzzsprout.com [https://nolimitleadership.buzzsprout.com/]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nolimitleadership [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nolimitleadership/]

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nolimitleadership [https://www.instagram.com/nolimitleadership/]

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NoLimitLeadership

Social handle across all platforms: @NoLimitLeadership



Connect with Anna:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com [http://www.happywholeyou.com/] / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Personal Website: www.DrAnnaMarie.com [http://www.drannamarie.com/]

Instagram: @happywholeyou [https://www.instagram.com/happywholeyou/]

272. From Bankrupted to Executive Millionaire with Sean Patton

You've probably heard about peptides for anti aging, weight loss, and recovery, but oral peptides bring a different angle. Instead of injections, you're looking at a simpler approach that still targets growth hormone support, tissue repair, and overall longevity. The key is not just taking them, but knowing which ones work, like MK-677 and BPC-157, and how they fit into your routine.

You also need to think about quality and safety. Sourcing from compliant pharmacies and following proper dosing matters more than hype. Microdosing, working with experienced practitioners, and understanding how your body responds can make the difference between real results and wasted effort.

This is not about chasing shortcuts. When you combine smart peptide use with solid habits like nutrition, recovery, and hormone balance, you give your body a better shot at long term performance and healthy aging.



In this Episode, You'll Learn:

 * Understanding Oral Peptides
 * Clinical Trials and Peptide Effectiveness
 * Natural Peptide Production and BHRT
 * Anti-Aging and Weight Loss with Peptides
 * Oral vs. Injectable Peptides
 * Microdosing and Peptide Dosage
 * Upcoming Event and Resources



About Dr. Nick Delgato:

Dr. Nick Delgado, PhD, is a leading anti-aging expert, author, researcher, and clinician whose work centers on longevity, hormone balance, and functional medicine. As the founder of the Delgado Protocol, he champions plant-based nutrition, stress reduction, and precisely targeted supplements to improve health span. With over 45 years in lifestyle medicine, Dr. Delgado has helped countless individuals achieve optimal health and vitality through seminars, webinars, and his expansive media presence. An acclaimed author of 15 books, including Stop Aging Now, he is widely regarded as a trusted advisor to physicians and patients alike, guiding audiences toward longer, stronger, and more purpose-driven lives.



Connect with Dr. Nick:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.nickdelgado/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/DelgadoVideo

Delgado Protocol for Health Store: https://delgadoprotocol.com/

Forever Young Event Page: https://foreveryoungevent.com/

Estroblock Pro (Our Bestseller): https://www.amazon.com/Estroblock-PRO-TRIPLE-STRENGTH-3-Carbinol/dp/B00O2SZZ56?th=1

His Most Popular Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2eNVN4Ui5GQ



Connect with Anna:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com [http://www.happywholeyou.com/] / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Personal Website: www.DrAnnaMarie.com [http://www.drannamarie.com/]

Instagram: @happywholeyou [https://www.instagram.com/happywholeyou/]

Personal Instagram: @Dr.Anna.Marie

Facebook: Happy Whole You [https://www.facebook.com/happywholeyou]

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank [https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamariefrankhappywholeyou/]

Venmo:

271. Oral Peptides & Longevity with Dr. Nick Delgato

Peptides are getting attention for a reason. These small protein fragments send signals in your body that can support healing, muscle repair, immune function, and hormone balance. But jumping in too early can backfire. You're reminded that a solid foundation matters first—clean nutrition, enough protein, and balanced hormones set the stage before peptides can actually help.

You'll get a clear view of how different peptides work and when they make sense. From BPC-157 for injury recovery to thymus alpha-1 for immune support, each one has a specific role. You also learn why proper sourcing, dosing, and cycling are critical to avoid side effects and get real results.

This is about using peptides the right way, not chasing shortcuts. When you combine the right tools with strong fundamentals, you give your body what it needs to recover, perform, and stay resilient long term.



In this Episode, You'll Learn:

 * Categories and Uses of Peptides
 * Sources and Regulation of Peptides
 * Nutritional Foundations and Protein Intake
 * Choosing the Right Peptides and Brands
 * Blends and Cycling of Peptides
 * Injection Techniques and Safety
 * Long-Term Effects and Side Effects



About Dr. Jannine Krause:

Dr. Jannine Krause is a naturopathic doctor, acupuncturist and host of The Health Fix Podcast who helps athletic women over 40 optimize mental and physical performance. She believes no sport, hobby or bucket list activity is out of the question at any age and is helping clients discover their unique needs to optimize their health. When she's not out on an outdoor adventure with her husband she can be found in her kitchen whipping up new recipes from something she grew in her garden.



Connect with Dr. Jannine:

Website- doctorjkrausend.com [http://doctorjkrausend.com/]



Connect with Anna:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com [http://www.happywholeyou.com/] / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Personal Website: www.DrAnnaMarie.com [http://www.drannamarie.com/]

Instagram: @happywholeyou [https://www.instagram.com/happywholeyou/]

Personal Instagram: @Dr.Anna.Marie

Facebook: Happy Whole You [https://www.facebook.com/happywholeyou]

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank [https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamariefrankhappywholeyou/]

Venmo: @happywholeyou [https://account.venmo.com/u/happywholeyou] https://account.venmo.com/u/happywholeyou

270. Peptides: Who? Why? & When? with Dr. Jannine Krause

You might be doing everything right and still feel tired, foggy, or out of balance. One missing piece could be iodine. This conversation brings attention to iodine deficiency, a hidden issue linked to thyroid problems, low energy, brain fog, and poor detoxification. With modern soil depletion and exposure to toxins like fluoride and bromide, most people are not getting enough.

You'll learn why iodine plays a key role in metabolism, mental clarity, skin health, and overall wellness. It is not just about adding a supplement. It is about understanding absorption, dosage, and how iodine supports your body in clearing toxins and restoring balance.

The bigger picture is simple. Health is not one fix. When you combine proper nutrients, clean habits, and awareness of what your body needs, you start to feel the shift. This is your reminder to look deeper and support your body at the root level.



In this Episode, You'll Learn:

 * Sarah's Family Health Challenges
 * The Importance of Iodine
 * Iodine Deficiency and Symptoms
 * Iodine Sources and Absorption
 * Iodine Dosage and Safety
 * Iodine's Role in Detoxification and Energy
 * Iodine's Impact on Skin and Brain Health
 * Iodine's Role in Preventing Disease
 * Where to Find Iodine and Support



Connect with Sara Banta:

https://acceleratedhealthproducts.com/Happy



Connect with Anna:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com [http://www.happywholeyou.com/] / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Personal Website: www.DrAnnaMarie.com [http://www.drannamarie.com/]

Instagram: @happywholeyou [https://www.instagram.com/happywholeyou/]

Personal Instagram: @Dr.Anna.Marie

Facebook: Happy Whole You [https://www.facebook.com/happywholeyou]

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank [https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamariefrankhappywholeyou/]

Venmo: @happywholeyou [https://account.venmo.com/u/happywholeyou]

269. Iodine - The missing link with your health and why it is a health crisis! with Sara Banta

In this uplifting conversation, Suzanne Adams joins the Happy Whole You podcast to share her powerful spiritual awakening story and how it led her to support heart-centered leaders and purpose-driven entrepreneurs. She describes the moment in 2013 when "time froze," catalyzing a journey from numbing and surface-level happiness into deep soul alignment, self-love, and quantum manifestation. Suzanne and Dr. Anna Marie explore playing by two "rule books" in life—the limiting matrix vs. the quantum field of possibility—how to recognize which one you're in, and practical ways to shift into alignment, purpose, and energetic expansion. They also dive into Suzanne's bigger vision: her books reaching millions, Girl Awakened becoming a film, teaching energetics in schools, and leading mass activations in arenas around the world.



Key point:

 * Suzanne helps heart-centered leaders and entrepreneurs align with soul and prosperity
 * A 2013 spiritual awakening (the clock "freezing" at 4:59) shifted her from numbing to purpose
 * She moved from surface-level happiness and people-pleasing into deep self-love and healing
 * Discovery of soul work, retreats, and quantum physics transformed her life
 * Feeling stuck often means being trapped in the mind instead of listening to the heart
 * We choose between the rule book of limitation (matrix) and rule book of alignment (quantum field)
 * Your baseline frequency (how you usually feel/live) can be consciously upgraded
 * Emotional "activation" from others is a key manifestation tool and sign of your path
 * Doubt ("Who do you think you are?") is normal turbulence at every new level—keep going
 * Suzanne's vision: her books (Girl Awakened, Quantum Vibes), a film adaptation, big arenas, and teaching energetics in schools



Connect with Suzanne Adams:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/suzanneadamsinc/ [https://www.instagram.com/suzanneadamsinc/]

Books:

- Quantum Vibes: https://amzn.to/4sFHWfs

- Girl Awakened: www.amazon.com/dp/B08GG2DMVQ [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GG2DMVQ]

TEDx Talk: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RuCfTiCDjs&t=14s [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RuCfTiCDjs&t=14s]



Connect with Anna:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com [http://www.happywholeyou.com/] / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Personal Website: www.DrAnnaMarie.com [http://www.drannamarie.com/]

Instagram: @happywholeyou [https://www.instagram.com/happywholeyou/]

Personal Instagram: @Dr.Anna.Marie

Facebook: Happy Whole You [https://www.facebook.com/happywholeyou]

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank [https://www.linkedin.com/in/annamariefrankhappywholeyou/]

Venmo: @happywholeyou [https://account.venmo.com/u/happywholeyou]

268. Awaken Your Purpose, Elevate Your Leadership! Interview with Suzanne Adams

Anna Marie Frank (@happywholeyou) · Zencastr

Anna Marie Frank (@happywholeyou)

Better health, wealth, happiness, and success grows when your brain and biology thrive. Brain health and wellness enthusiast share the key biological downloads that have helped them and hurt them. This podcast is for anyone looking to upgrade their brain, biology, and life! Get ready to hack into a new you!