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In this episode of the Hormone Helper Podcast, Andrew Costa speaks with Alexis Hughes, a death doula and life coach, about the profound impact of fear on our lives and choices. They explore Alexis's journey into becoming a death doula after losing her mother, the role of a death doula in end-of-life care, and the importance of addressing fear and regret to live a fulfilling life. The conversation delves into identity, gender differences in processing grief, and the significance of having difficult conversations. Alexis shares insights on living intentionally, defining purpose, and the lessons learned from those at the end of their lives.

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instagram: https://www.instagram.com/withoutfeardoula/

website: https://www.withoutfeardoula.com/

Chapters

00:00
Introduction to Life Coaching and Death Doulas

02:54
The Journey into Death Doula Work

05:45
Understanding the Role of a Death Doula

08:26
Fear and Its Impact on Life Choices

11:31
Identity and Fear: Building a Life Without Regret

14:02
Gender Differences in Processing Fear and Grief

16:50
Proactive Approaches to Fear and Anxiety

22:52
Understanding the Risk-Reward Regret Pipeline

27:53
Lessons from Life's End: Regrets and Realizations

32:24
Defining Purpose: The Why Behind Our Actions

36:55
Practical Steps to Align Actions with Intentions

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In this powerful episode of The Hormone Helper Podcast, Andrew sits down with Kate McDowell, a consulting hypnotist, NLP practitioner, and holistic nutritionist — to explore how identity and unconscious patterns shape our health.

Kate shares her inspiring journey from being diagnosed with MS to becoming symptom-free through holistic healing and mindset transformation. Together, she and Andrew unpack how unconscious beliefs drive behavior, how hypnosis and NLP can reprogram the mind, and why shifting from a “sick” identity to an empowered one is the true key to lasting health.

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone feeling “stuck” in their wellness journey or ready to explore the deeper connection between mind, body, and healing.

Episode Highlights:

• How Kate overcame MS through mindset, nutrition, and holistic healing
• The unconscious patterns that keep you stuck in illness
• Why awareness and identity shifts drive true transformation
• How NLP and hypnosis rewire the mind for better health
• The difference between being “at effect” and taking personal power back

Guest Info:
Kate McDowell — Consulting Hypnotist, NLP Practitioner, & Holistic Nutritionist
Kate helps women uncover the unconscious stress patterns and identity blocks affecting their health. Drawing from her own healing journey, she guides clients to rewire their beliefs, release emotional blocks, and reclaim their energy and well-being.

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Instagram: @alignednaturalhealth
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In this episode of the Hormone Helper Podcast, Andrew sits down with personal trainer and FP Fitness founder, Keyon Silva, to cut through the noise of the weight loss industry. From Netflix documentaries to social media misinformation, they talk about what actually works for sustainable fat loss, and why crash diets and quick fixes keep failing.

You’ll hear:

• Why most weight loss plans fail (and how to build one that lasts)
• The truth about calorie deficits, macros, and nutrient timing
• How to create “tiny wins” that build massive long-term success
• What no one tells you about genetics and fat loss plateaus
• Why mindset and environment matter more than motivation

Whether you’ve tried every plan under the sun or you’re just starting your journey, this episode is the perfect reminder that simple, consistent habits always win.

Make sure you connect with Keyon here: https://www.instagram.com/fp_fitness.real/

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