The Well Life Podcast cover art

The Well Life Podcast

The Well Life Podcast

Written by: thewelllifepodcast
Listen for free

About this listen

 Our mission is to educate and empower you to take control of your health, live The Well Life and to be the best version of yourself.Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. Hygiene & Healthy Living Spirituality
Episodes
  • Episode 131 - The Lymphatic and Glymphatic System

    Episode 131 - The Lymphatic and Glymphatic System
    May 11 2026
    Cleansing, renewal, flow, rest, and stewardship of the body is how God designed the human body systems to function. Spiritual cleansing Psalm 51:10 “Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.” Connection: “Just like David asked God to cleanse his heart, our bodies were also designed with systems that cleanse us daily—physically and spiritually.” John 7:38 “He who believes in Me… out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.” Connection: “God designed us for flow—not stagnation. That applies spiritually and physically. When flow is blocked, dysfunction follows.” “Most people think detox happens in the liver. But your body actually has two major drainage systems that keep you clean from the inside out—the lymphatic system and the glymphatic system. One works in your body… and the other works in your brain.” “The lymphatic system is like your body’s sewer and filtration system.” It’s a network of vessels, nodes, and organs that:Removes waste, toxins, and excess fluidSupports immune functionHelps your body fight infections “Unlike the heart, the lymphatic system doesn’t have a pump. It relies on movement.” “Think of it like a drainage system that only works when you move the body. If you’re stagnant, your lymph becomes stagnant.” Signs it’s sluggish: Puffiness or swellingBrain fogFrequent illnessFatigue What activates it: Walking, rebounding, exerciseDeep breathing - Breathwork - The Breathing Room (Samantha Skelly) The Breathing Room Vibration Plates/Therapy (The rapid vibrations simulate muscle contractions, which are needed to push lymph fluid through vessels, similar to physical exercise.)HydrationDry brushing or lymphatic massage _______________________________________________________ Rest & the Glymphatic System (Brain Cleansing During Sleep) Psalm 127:2 “He gives His beloved sleep.” Connection: “Sleep isn’t a luxury—it’s a God-given function. It’s during sleep that your brain literally clears waste.” Psalm 23:2-3 “He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul.” Connection: “Restoration happens in stillness. Your brain’s ‘cleansing system’ works best when you are truly at rest.” “The glymphatic system is your brain’s cleaning system—and it only works efficiently when you’re asleep.” It clears:Metabolic wasteToxinsProteins linked to neurodegenerative disease “Your brain literally washes itself at night.” “It’s like a nighttime janitorial crew that comes in while everything is shut down.” Important science simplified: During deep sleep, brain cells shrink slightlyThis allows fluid to flow through and “rinse” the brain If this system doesn’t work well: Brain fogMemory issuesIncreased risk of cognitive decline What supports it: Quality sleep (non-negotiable)Consistent sleep scheduleSleeping in darknessManaging stress Bridge the Two Systems “Here’s what most people don’t realize—these two systems are connected.” The glymphatic system drains waste from the brain into the lymphatic systemIf your lymphatic system is sluggish, your brain drainage can also be impaired Simple takeaway line: “You can’t have a clear mind with a congested body.” Order, Design, and God’s Wisdom 1 Corinthians 14:40 “Let all things be done decently and in order.” Connection: “The body God designed operates in order—flow, rhythm, rest. When we disrupt that order, we experience dysfunction.” Healing & Wholeness 3 John 1:2 “I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you…” Connection: “God cares about your physical health. These systems are part of how He sustains it.” “If you’re tired, inflamed, foggy, or feel ‘off,’ it may not just be what you’re eating—it could be how well your body is draining. Move your body so your lymph can flow. Sleep deeply so your brain can clean. Because healing isn’t just about what you put in your body… it’s about what your body is able to clear out.” ------------------------------------- Dr. Glenda’s new Book: 40-Days Closer to Him, A God-Inspired Wellness Plan https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GPPLRBYV For more information about the hosts, please visit their websites and follow them on social media: Dr. Glenda Shepard - Doctor of Nursing Practice/Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner/Certified Nutrition Coach/Certified Personal Trainer/Certified Intrinsic Coach https://www.triumphantwomancoaching.com/ FB - https://www.facebook.com/glenda.shepard1 Robin McCoy - Certified McIntyre Seal Team Six Coach and John Maxwell Team Trainer/Speaker/Coach https://www.thewellnessfactor.coach/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/RobinRMcCoy FB - https://www.facebook.com/robin.mccoy1 Produced by KB Podcasts
    Show More Show Less
    25 mins
  • Episode 130 - Mothers Day 2026

    Episode 130 - Mothers Day 2026
    May 4 2026

    The modern holiday was first celebrated in 1908, when Anna Jarvis held the first Mother's Day service of worship at Andrews Methodist Episcopal Church in Grafton, West Virginia. Andrew's Methodist Church now holds the International Mother's Day Shrine] Her campaign to make Mother's Day a recognized holiday in the United States began in 1905, the year her mother, Ann Reeves Jarvis, died. Ann Jarvis had been a peace activist who cared for wounded soldiers on both sides of the American Civil War, and created Mother's Day Work Clubs to address public health issues. She and another peace activist and suffragist, Julia Ward Howe, had been urging for the creation of a "Mother's Day For Peace" where mothers would ask that their husbands and sons were no longer killed in wars. Forty years before it became an official holiday, Ward Howe had made her Mother's Day Proclamation in 1870, which called upon mothers of all nationalities to band together to promote the "amicable settlement of international questions, the great and general interests of peace." Anna Jarvis wanted to honor this and to set aside a day to honor all mothers because she believed a mother is "the person who has done more for you than anyone in the world".

    (also - National Clean Up Your Room Day)

    1. Best Part about being a mom
    2. Challenges of being a mom
    3. Transitions/Seasons as a mom (graduations, marriages, etc)
    4. Describe your perfect Mother’s Day

    These days, Mother’s Day is a $25 billion holiday in America, with those who celebrate spending about $200 on mom, according to National Retail Federation data published in 2019.

    More people buy flowers for Mother’s Day than at any other time of year, except during the Christmas and Hanukkah season. Gift givers spend more than $5 billion on jewelry alone, and nearly another $5 billion on that special outing. Then there’s $843 million on cards, and $2.6 billion each on flowers and gift certificates, according to the data.

    -------------------------------------

    Dr. Glenda’s new Book: 40-Days Closer to Him, A God-Inspired Wellness Plan

    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GPPLRBYV

    For more information about the hosts, please visit their websites and follow them on social media:

    Dr. Glenda Shepard - Doctor of Nursing Practice/Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner/Certified Nutrition Coach/Certified Personal Trainer/Certified Intrinsic Coach

    https://www.triumphantwomancoaching.com/

    FB - https://www.facebook.com/glenda.shepard1

    Robin McCoy - Certified McIntyre Seal Team Six Coach and John Maxwell Team Trainer/Speaker/Coach

    https://www.thewellnessfactor.coach/

    IG - https://www.instagram.com/RobinRMcCoy

    FB - https://www.facebook.com/robin.mccoy1

    Produced by KB Podcasts
    Show More Show Less
    27 mins
  • Episode 129 - Stem Cells & Peptides and more with Dr. Jennifer Joy

    Episode 129 - Stem Cells & Peptides and more with Dr. Jennifer Joy
    Apr 27 2026

    Discovering what’s new in Natural Medicine and what’s to come.

    We welcome back Dr Jennifer Joy. (Episode 26)

    Dr. Joy started with an interest in medicine from a young age. Her father was an orthopedic surgeon and her mother a school psychologist. Knowing she wanted to be a doctor she studied biology and environmental sciences while finishing a pre-med curriculum at Cornell College.

    Dr. Joy believes in a collaborative approach where she empowers her patients to make informed decisions in their health care. Treatment incorporates clinical nutrition, hydrotherapy, mind-body medicine, botanical medicine, homeopathy, nutrient therapy, detoxification, physical medicine, diet and lifestyle interventions and pharmaceuticals as needed.

    While working with her patients, Dr. Joy likes to optimize their health and revitalize their mind and body. Her goal as a physician is to provide empathetic, patient centered care. She wants to teach her patients how to thrive as individuals in this fast-paced world. She hopes to inspire her patients to be the healthiest they can be.

    Contact Info:

    Website: https://www.sisuhealth.net/

    253-549-9216

    Instagram: @drjenjoy

    -------------------------------------

    Dr. Glenda’s new Book: 40-Days Closer to Him, A God-Inspired Wellness Plan

    https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0GPPLRBYV

    For more information about the hosts, please visit their websites and follow them on social media:

    Dr. Glenda Shepard - Doctor of Nursing Practice/Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner/Certified Nutrition Coach/Certified Personal Trainer/Certified Intrinsic Coach

    https://www.triumphantwomancoaching.com/

    FB - https://www.facebook.com/glenda.shepard1

    Robin McCoy - Certified McIntyre Seal Team Six Coach and John Maxwell Team Trainer/Speaker/Coach

    https://www.thewellnessfactor.coach/

    IG - https://www.instagram.com/RobinRMcCoy

    FB - https://www.facebook.com/robin.mccoy1

    Produced by KB Podcasts
    Show More Show Less
    39 mins
adbl_web_anon_alc_button_suppression_c
No reviews yet