4 questions. One honest moment. This quick CAGE screening is used by doctors to help people reflect on their drinking habits. If you answer “yes” to even one, there’s a 77% chance it may be time to take a closer look. This isn’t about judgment — it’s about awareness and health. 🎧 Watch the full episode of The Natalie Tysdal Podcast for a compassionate, faith-rooted discussion about alcohol, wellness, and clarity. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7-PYC7ACa8&t=3s

Can you have fun without drinking? The sober curious movement says yes — and it’s changing the conversation. When her husband and she stopped drinking, we didn’t expect to feel this good. Better sleep. More energy. A clearer mind. This isn’t about judgment — it’s about curiosity. 🎧 Listen to the full episode of The Natalie Tysdal Podcast for a faith-filled conversation about wellness and self-awareness. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7-PYC7ACa8&t=3s #SoberCurious #AlcoholFree #Wellness #MindfulDrinking

What does a healthy relationship with alcohol really look like? And how do we know when our habits cross the line from social to something more serious? In this powerful and compassionate conversation, Dr. Nzinga Harrison, psychiatrist, addiction specialist, and co-founder of Eleanor Health, joins Natalie to unpack the truth about addiction, stigma, and self-awareness. Dr. Harrison shares her own journey into psychiatry, the importance of language when discussing substance use, and practical tools like the CAGE assessment to help you evaluate your drinking habits. She also explains how biology, family history, and environment all play a role in addiction — and why prevention and curiosity can be more effective than judgment. 00:00 – Introduction: Meet Dr. Nzinga Harrison 01:00 – What led her to psychiatry and addiction medicine 04:10 – Rethinking “substance abuse” and reducing stigma 06:20 – Understanding alcohol use as a spectrum 08:10 – The CAGE test: Four questions to check your drinking habits 11:40 – Why denial is common and it’s not “all or nothing” 14:30 – How to talk about alcohol without judgment 18:00 – The biology and genetics behind addiction 23:30 – Teaching kids about risk and prevention 29:00 – The “Sober Curious” movement explained 33:40 – How to find help for yourself or a loved one 38:30 – Eleanor Health: A new approach to compassionate recovery 44:00 – Final thoughts on healing, support, and self-awareness You’ll learn: ✅ The difference between substance abuse and substance use disorder ✅ Why addiction is a medical condition, not a moral failure ✅ How to have healthy, judgment-free conversations with loved ones ✅ What the “sober curious” movement is and why it’s growing ✅ Steps to take if you (or someone you love) may be struggling with alcohol Dr. Harrison also shares resources and insights from her book, Un-Addiction: Six Mind-Changing Conversations That Could Save a Life, and her work with Eleanor Health — offering compassionate, whole-person care for individuals and families navigating addiction and recovery. 💬 Links mentioned: 📘 Un-Addiction by Dr. Nzinga Harrison — [Insert book link] 🌐 Eleanor Health — [Insert website link] 💡 We the Village — [Insert link] If you or someone you love has ever questioned their relationship with alcohol, this episode offers understanding, hope, and practical steps toward change. Seeking Health Vitamins and Supplements: https://crrnt.app/SEEK/NgmAZXqO Get Natalie's Newsletter: https://page.natalietysdal.com/newsletter Before you go on Camera: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatraining Podcast Launch Guide: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatraining Connect with Natalie 👉 Connect with Natalie! Website: https://www.natalietysdal.com Email: hello@natalietysdal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ntysdal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NatalieTysdal/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ntysdal Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ntysdal/ https://www.youtube.com/c/ntysdal Looka logo maker: https://looka.partnerlinks.io/us80hqy8cs8o Sign Up for Natalie’s Newsletter: https://page.natalietysdal.com/newsletter

We’ve been told we can “have it all.” But what if that pressure is what’s breaking us? The problem isn’t the “all.” It’s the you. Listen to the full conversation on The Natalie Tysdal Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yfvk6FUkvLg&t=1737s #havingitall #worklifebalance

We check our phones constantly, afraid of what others might think if we don’t respond right away. But here’s the truth: there are no gold stars in adulthood. Pause. Breathe. You are enough. Catch the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yfvk6FUkvLg&t=1737s #urgency #validation #productivity #mindfulness

What if “having it all” is actually making us miserable? Author Amanda Goetz joins Natalie Tysdal to talk about Toxic Grit — her new book on redefining success, motherhood, and ambition. Learn how to separate your “characters,” set boundaries that last, and stop chasing gold stars. 00:00 - Intro 01:23 - Meet Amanda Goetz 01:44 - The story behind Toxic Grit 03:18 - Balancing ambition and motherhood 04:30 - Discovering the “characters” within ourselves 06:22 - Natalie relates to the struggle of “having it all” 06:58 - Introducing “Character Theory” 07:26 - The importance of intentional imbalance 08:40 - How to create hierarchy and boundaries in daily life 09:34 - The significance and urgency traps 11:49 - Applying the 80/20 rule to work and parenting 12:30 - The “minimally viable day” concept 14:40 - Redefining enoughness and realistic balance 15:23 - Keeping characters from mixing 16:05 - Managing distractions and the dopamine effect 16:43 - The 10–10–10 rule for perspective 17:47 - Creating focus and managing Slack boundaries 19:13 - Why undistracted work matters most 19:44 - Understanding different kinds of rest (mental, emotional, sensory) 21:18 - Learning self-discipline and setting boundaries 22:08 - Compartmentalization after divorce and dating again 24:40 - How to transition between “characters” 25:42 - Why transition time is essential — even for intimacy 27:06 - Taking a breath before switching roles 27:59 - Using music or small rituals to transition 28:52 - Loving what you have through intentional living 29:31 - Toxic Grit release date and where to find it 30:27 - Supporting local bookstores and small businesses 30:35 - Connect with Amanda online (socials + ToxicGrit.com) 31:10 - Final thoughts and farewell You’ll learn: • Why “you can have it all” puts us under toxic pressure—and what to do instead • How to identify your different inner “characters” and roles (CEO, Mom, Adventurer, etc.) • The importance of intentional imbalance and giving each role its time to shine • Practical strategies for setting boundaries, managing distractions, and enforcing hierarchy • How to escape the urgency and significance traps that drain your energy • Tips for creating transition rituals and compartmentalizing your life for deeper fulfillment • The “Minimally Viable Day” tool for redefining enoughness and restoring self-compassion • Why emotional, sensory, and cognitive rest matter just as much as physical rest • Lessons for teaching your kids about roles, focus, and boundaries in a distraction-filled world Amanda also opens up about single motherhood, the power of co-parenting, and how to support yourself with micro-boundaries at work and at home. Plus, get a sneak peek at her book launch, digital workbook, and bonus content! #ToxicGrit #WorkingMoms #Parenting #SelfCompassion #Boundaries #BookLaunch #NatalieTysdalPodcast #podcast #ParentingAdvice #EmotionalHealth #WomenEmpowerment View Show Notes From This Episode https://www.natalietysdal.com/podcast Sign up for my newsletter written to YOU at: https://page.natalietysdal.com/newsletter Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/ntysdal https://www.tiktok.com/@ntysdal https://www.facebook.com/NatalieTysdal https://www.natalietysdal.com/ For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page: https://www.natalietysdal.com/podcast Catch full episodes of The Natalie Tysdal Podcast here on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ntysdal/featured 📺 Listen to The Natalie Tysdal Podcast while you're on-the-go! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-natalie-tysdal-podcast/id1559811806 Available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. New episodes drop every Monday (to start your week). Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/ntysdal — I am a health journalist. I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, or other qualified professional. Seeking Health Vitamins and Supplements: https://crrnt.app/SEEK/NgmAZXqO Get Natalie's Newsletter: https://page.natalietysdal.com/newsletter Before you go on Camera: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatraining Podcast Launch Guide: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatraining Connect with Natalie 👉 Connect with Natalie! Website: https://www.natalietysdal.com Email: hello@natalietysdal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ntysdal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NatalieTysdal/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ntysdal Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ntysdal/ https://www.youtube.com/c/ntysdal Looka logo maker: https://looka.partnerlinks.io/us80hqy8cs8o Sign Up for Natalie’s Newsletter: https://page.natalietysdal.com/newsletter

At 18, Elena Huggins opened the Bible and met a Jesus she’d never known — real, raw, and rebellious. That encounter changed her life forever. 🎧 Watch the full story on The Natalie Tysdal Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2V4fzq9JPI0 #faith #inspiration #testimony #Jesus #Bible #hope

Elena Huggins shares her journey of overcoming trauma, anxiety, and depression. She emphasizes inviting God into painful parts of life and connecting the mind, body, and spirit to find true freedom. Full episode: The Natalie Tysdal Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2V4fzq9JPI0 #trauma #anxiety #depression #mentalhealth #emotionalhealth