Tapping your face to reduce anxiety?It sounds strange… until you understand what’s actually happening in the body.In this episode of the <a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'>Crackin’ Backs Podcast</a>, we sit down with <a href='https://www.tapintoheaven.com/index.shtml'>Gwenn Bonnell</a>, an expert in EFT tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique) and energy medicine, to explore one of the most talked-about—and debated—tools for stress relief, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, and nervous system regulation.This is not about blind belief.It’s about asking a better question:  What if your body is part of the solution?In This Episode, We Explore:<ul><li>What <a href='https://health.clevelandclinic.org/eft-tapping'>EFT tapping</a> is and how it works (in plain English) </li><li>Why people are turning to tapping for anxiety, stress, burnout, and emotional regulation </li><li>The connection between the nervous system, body, and emotional health </li><li>What science says—and doesn’t say—about tapping and energy medicine </li><li>Why tapping is gaining traction in both clinical and performance settings </li><li>When EFT should be used—and when it should not replace traditional care </li><li>A simple 60-second tapping reset you can try immediately </li></ul>If you’ve ever searched:<ul><li>“How to reduce anxiety naturally” </li><li>“Stress relief techniques that actually work” </li><li>“EFT tapping for beginners” </li><li>“Nervous system regulation tools” </li></ul>This episode gives you a practical, evidence-informed perspective—without overpromising.About Gwenn Bonnell<a href='https://www.energymedicinetapping.com/'>Gwenn Bonnell</a> is an EFT tapping practitioner and energy medicine specialist who helps individuals reduce chronic stress, emotional overwhelm, and persistent pain by working with both the mind and body.After experiencing over a decade of chronic pain herself, Gwenn found relief through tapping—leading her to train extensively in EFT, somatic techniques, and energy-based healing approaches.Today, she works with clients seeking:<ul><li>Anxiety and stress relief </li><li>Trauma support and emotional regulation </li><li>Chronic pain management </li><li>Improved sleep and nervous system balance </li></ul>Her approach blends practical tools with body-based awareness, helping people feel more in control of their internal state.Why This Episode MattersWe’re living in a time where:<ul><li>Anxiety and burnout are at all-time highs </li><li>People are searching for non-drug solutions </li><li>The connection between mind and body is finally being taken seriously </li></ul>But with that comes confusion—and skepticism.This episode doesn’t ask you to believe.It asks you to stay curious.If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or constantly “on edge”…This conversation might introduce a tool you’ve never considered—but can’t ignore.🎧 <a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'>Watch or listen now</a> …and <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@crackinbackspodcast'>subscribe to Crackin’ Backs</a> for conversations that challenge what you think you know about health, performance, and healing.We are two sports chiropractors, seeking knowledge from some of the best resources in the world of health. From our perspective, health is more than just “Crackin Backs” but a deep dive into physical, mental, and nutritional well-being philosophies.  Join us as we talk to some of the greatest minds and discover some of the most incredible gems you can use to maintain a higher level of health. <a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'>Crackin Backs Podcast</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;Tapping your face to reduce anxiety?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It sounds strange… until you understand what’s actually happening in the body.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the &lt;a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'&gt;Crackin’ Backs Podcast&lt;/a&gt;, we sit down with &lt;a href='https://www.tapintoheaven.com/index.shtml'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Gwenn Bonnell&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, an expert in EFT tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique) and energy medicine, to explore one of the most talked-about—and debated—tools for stress relief, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, and nervous system regulation.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is not about blind belief.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It’s about asking a better question:&lt;br/&gt; What if your body is part of the solution?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;In This Episode, We Explore:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;What &lt;a href='https://health.clevelandclinic.org/eft-tapping'&gt;&lt;b&gt;EFT tapping&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; is and how it works (in plain English) &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why people are turning to tapping for anxiety, stress, burnout, and emotional regulation &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The connection between the nervous system, body, and emotional health &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What science says—and doesn’t say—about tapping and energy medicine &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why tapping is gaining traction in both clinical and performance settings &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;When EFT should be used—and when it should not replace traditional care &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;A simple 60-second tapping reset you can try immediately &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’ve ever searched:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;“How to reduce anxiety naturally” &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;“Stress relief techniques that actually work” &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;“EFT tapping for beginners” &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;“Nervous system regulation tools” &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode gives you a practical, evidence-informed perspective—without overpromising.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;About Gwenn Bonnell&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.energymedicinetapping.com/'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Gwenn Bonnell&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; is an EFT tapping practitioner and energy medicine specialist who helps individuals reduce chronic stress, emotional overwhelm, and persistent pain by working with both the mind and body.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;After experiencing over a decade of chronic pain herself, Gwenn found relief through tapping—leading her to train extensively in EFT, somatic techniques, and energy-based healing approaches.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today, she works with clients seeking:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Anxiety and stress relief&lt;/b&gt; &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Trauma support and emotional regulation&lt;/b&gt; &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Chronic pain management&lt;/b&gt; &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Improved sleep and nervous system balance&lt;/b&gt; &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Her approach blends practical tools with body-based awareness, helping people feel more in control of their internal state.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Why This Episode Matters&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We’re living in a time where:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Anxiety and burnout are at all-time highs &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;People are searching for non-drug solutions &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The connection between mind and body is finally being taken seriously &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;But with that comes confusion—and skepticism.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode doesn’t ask you to believe.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It asks you to stay curious.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or constantly “on edge”…&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversation might introduce a tool you’ve never considered—but can’t ignore.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🎧 &lt;a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'&gt;Watch or listen now&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt; …and &lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/@crackinbackspodcast'&gt;subscribe to Crackin’ Backs&lt;/a&gt; for conversations that challenge what you think you know about health, performance, and healing.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;We are two sports chiropractors, seeking knowledge from some of the best resources in the world of health. From our perspective, health is more than just “Crackin Backs” but a deep dive into physical, mental, and nutritional well-being philosophies.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt; Join us as we talk to some of the greatest minds and discover some of the most incredible gems you can use to maintain a higher level of health. &lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'&gt;&lt;em&gt;Crackin Backs Podcast&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Tapping your face to reduce anxiety? It sounds strange… until you understand what’s actually happening in the body. In this episode of the Crackin’ Backs Podcast, we sit down with Gwenn Bonnell, an expert in EFT tapping (Emotional Freedom Technique) and energy medicine, to explore one of the most talked-about—and debated—tools for stress relief, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, and nervous system regulation. This is not about blind belief. It’s about asking a better question:  What if your...

EFT Tapping for Anxiety, Stress, and Pain: What the Evidence Shows | Gwenn Bonnell

How do you find joy… when you’ve lost everything?In this episode of the Crackin’ Backs Podcast, we sit down with <a href='https://www.instagram.com/brandon.riedel.73/'>Brandon Riedel</a>, a businessman whose life changed in an instant after being crushed by a falling tree—resulting in the loss of his right hand and right leg.But this is not just a story about survival.It’s a deep exploration of identity, resilience, mindset, and faith—and what it really takes to rebuild your life when everything familiar is gone.In This Episode, We Explore:<ul><li>How to rebuild identity after trauma, amputation, and life-altering injury </li><li>The mental and emotional reality behind “staying positive” </li><li>Why resilience is not a mindset—but a daily practice under pressure </li><li>The role of faith, purpose, and perspective in recovery </li><li>How extreme adversity reshapes leadership, relationships, and priorities </li><li>What most people misunderstand about overcoming trauma and rebuilding life </li><li>The perspective shift you need before life forces it on you </li></ul>Why This Episode MattersMost people believe they need a crisis to change.But the truth is…  the lessons are available now—if you’re willing to hear them.This episode is for anyone who:<ul><li>Feels stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated </li><li>Is searching for purpose, clarity, or direction </li><li>Wants to understand what real resilience looks like </li></ul>Because Brandon’s story isn’t just about loss…It’s about what’s still possible after it.About Brandon Riedel<a href='https://www.facebook.com/brandon.riedel.73'>Brandon Riedel</a> is an entrepreneur and speaker whose life was forever changed by a devastating accident. Through his recovery, he has become a voice for resilience, mental strength, and faith-driven transformation, showing others how to rebuild not just physically—but mentally and emotionally.If you think you’re having a hard time…This conversation will challenge your perspective—and show you what’s truly possible.🎧 Watch or listen now  …and <a href='https://www.youtube.com/@crackinbackspodcast'>subscribe to Crackin’ Backs</a> for conversations that redefine resilience, health, and human potential.We are two sports chiropractors, seeking knowledge from some of the best resources in the world of health. From our perspective, health is more than just “Crackin Backs” but a deep dive into physical, mental, and nutritional well-being philosophies.  Join us as we talk to some of the greatest minds and discover some of the most incredible gems you can use to maintain a higher level of health. <a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'>Crackin Backs Podcast</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;How do you find joy… when you’ve lost everything?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the Crackin’ Backs Podcast, we sit down with &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/brandon.riedel.73/'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Brandon Riedel&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, a businessman whose life changed in an instant after being crushed by a falling tree—resulting in the loss of his right hand and right leg.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;But this is not just a story about survival.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It’s a deep exploration of identity, resilience, mindset, and faith—and what it really takes to rebuild your life when everything familiar is gone.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;In This Episode, We Explore:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;How to rebuild identity after trauma, amputation, and life-altering injury &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The mental and emotional reality behind “staying positive” &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why resilience is not a mindset—but a daily practice under pressure &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The role of faith, purpose, and perspective in recovery &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How extreme adversity reshapes leadership, relationships, and priorities &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What most people misunderstand about overcoming trauma and rebuilding life &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The perspective shift you need before life forces it on you &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Why This Episode Matters&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Most people believe they need a crisis to change.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;But the truth is…&lt;br/&gt; the lessons are available now—if you’re willing to hear them.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode is for anyone who:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Feels stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Is searching for purpose, clarity, or direction &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Wants to understand what real resilience looks like &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;Because Brandon’s story isn’t just about loss…&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It’s about what’s still possible after it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;About Brandon Riedel&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.facebook.com/brandon.riedel.73'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Brandon Riedel&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt; is an entrepreneur and speaker whose life was forever changed by a devastating accident. Through his recovery, he has become a voice for resilience, mental strength, and faith-driven transformation, showing others how to rebuild not just physically—but mentally and emotionally.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you think you’re having a hard time…&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversation will challenge your perspective—and show you what’s truly possible.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🎧 Watch or listen now&lt;br/&gt; …and &lt;a href='https://www.youtube.com/@crackinbackspodcast'&gt;subscribe to Crackin’ Backs&lt;/a&gt; for conversations that redefine resilience, health, and human potential.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;We are two sports chiropractors, seeking knowledge from some of the best resources in the world of health. From our perspective, health is more than just “Crackin Backs” but a deep dive into physical, mental, and nutritional well-being philosophies.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt; Join us as we talk to some of the greatest minds and discover some of the most incredible gems you can use to maintain a higher level of health. &lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'&gt;&lt;em&gt;Crackin Backs Podcast&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

How do you find joy… when you’ve lost everything? In this episode of the Crackin’ Backs Podcast, we sit down with Brandon Riedel, a businessman whose life changed in an instant after being crushed by a falling tree—resulting in the loss of his right hand and right leg. But this is not just a story about survival. It’s a deep exploration of identity, resilience, mindset, and faith—and what it really takes to rebuild your life when everything familiar is gone. In This Episode, We Explore: How t...

How do YOU find purpose after losing Half YOUR Body? Brandon Reidel

Most people say they want change.But very few are willing to do what change actually requires.In this episode of the <a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'>Crackin’ Backs Podcast</a>, we sit down with <a href='https://officialprojectgrit.com/'>Terrance Ogden, founder of Project G.R.I.T</a>., whose life is a real-world example of what it means to go from rock bottom to purpose-driven living.This isn’t just another comeback story.Terrance went from homelessness, drug addiction, and jail… to completing 1,000+ mile rucks across Texas—and now leads others through physically and mentally demanding challenges designed to pull them out of stagnation and into action.In This Episode, We Explore:<ul><li>Why most people searching for motivation, discipline, and purpose stay stuck</li><li>The real difference between surviving vs truly living</li><li>What people misunderstand about personal transformation and change</li><li>How doing hard things—like rucking, endurance challenges, and physical stress—can reveal deeper mental and emotional patterns</li><li>What grit actually looks like when motivation is gone</li><li>The internal battles that don’t disappear after success—and how to face them</li><li>Why inspiration without action leads to the same life, year after year</li></ul>Why This Episode MattersWe’re living in a time where:<ul><li>People are consuming more self-help content than ever</li><li>Motivation is everywhere</li><li>But real change is rare</li></ul>This episode cuts through the noise.It challenges the idea that change comes from: - more information - more inspiration - more planningAnd instead shows that transformation comes from: - action under discomfort - consistency without motivation - doing hard things on purpose<a href='https://officialprojectgrit.com/about-latest'>About Terrance Ogden &amp; Project G.R.I.T.</a>Terrance Ogden is the founder of Project G.R.I.T., a movement focused on helping individuals break out of destructive patterns through discipline, service, and physical challenge.After experiencing homelessness, addiction, and incarceration, Terrance rebuilt his life by embracing hardship—using endurance events like long-distance rucking to develop mental toughness and clarity.Today, through Project G.R.I.T., he leads others through:<ul><li>Endurance rucks and challenges</li><li>Accountability-based transformation programs</li><li>Community-driven growth through shared adversity</li></ul>His mission is simple: Help people take the first step out of their rut Teach them how to keep going when it gets hardIf you feel stuck… If you’re searching for change… If you’re waiting for the “right moment”…This episode will challenge you to stop waiting—and start moving.We are two sports chiropractors, seeking knowledge from some of the best resources in the world of health. From our perspective, health is more than just “Crackin Backs” but a deep dive into physical, mental, and nutritional well-being philosophies.  Join us as we talk to some of the greatest minds and discover some of the most incredible gems you can use to maintain a higher level of health. <a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'>Crackin Backs Podcast</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;Most people say they want change.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;But very few are willing to do what change actually requires.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the &lt;a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'&gt;Crackin’ Backs Podcast&lt;/a&gt;, we sit down with &lt;a href='https://officialprojectgrit.com/'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Terrance Ogden, founder of Project G.R.I.T&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;b&gt;.&lt;/b&gt;, whose life is a real-world example of what it means to go from rock bottom to purpose-driven living.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This isn’t just another comeback story.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Terrance went from homelessness, drug addiction, and jail… to completing 1,000+ mile rucks across Texas—and now leads others through physically and mentally demanding challenges designed to pull them out of stagnation and into action.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;In This Episode, We Explore:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why most people searching for motivation, discipline, and purpose stay stuck&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The real difference between surviving vs truly living&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What people misunderstand about personal transformation and change&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How doing hard things—like rucking, endurance challenges, and physical stress—can reveal deeper mental and emotional patterns&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What grit actually looks like when motivation is gone&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The internal battles that don’t disappear after success—and how to face them&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why inspiration without action leads to the same life, year after year&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Why This Episode Matters&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We’re living in a time where:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;People are consuming more self-help content than ever&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Motivation is everywhere&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;But real change is rare&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode cuts through the noise.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It challenges the idea that change comes from:&lt;br/&gt;- more information&lt;br/&gt;- more inspiration&lt;br/&gt;- more planning&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;And instead shows that transformation comes from:&lt;br/&gt;&lt;b&gt;- &lt;/b&gt;action under discomfort&lt;br/&gt;- consistency without motivation&lt;br/&gt;- doing hard things on purpose&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;a href='https://officialprojectgrit.com/about-latest'&gt;&lt;b&gt;About Terrance Ogden &amp;amp; Project G.R.I.T.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Terrance Ogden is the founder of Project G.R.I.T&lt;b&gt;.&lt;/b&gt;, a movement focused on helping individuals break out of destructive patterns through discipline, service, and physical challenge.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;After experiencing homelessness, addiction, and incarceration, Terrance rebuilt his life by embracing hardship—using endurance events like long-distance rucking to develop mental toughness and clarity.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today, through Project G.R.I.T., he leads others through:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Endurance rucks and challenges&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Accountability-based transformation programs&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;b&gt;Community-driven growth through shared adversity&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;His mission is simple:&lt;br/&gt;Help people take the first step out of their rut&lt;br/&gt;Teach them how to keep going when it gets hard&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you feel stuck…&lt;br/&gt;If you’re searching for change…&lt;br/&gt;If you’re waiting for the “right moment”…&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode will challenge you to stop waiting—and start moving.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;We are two sports chiropractors, seeking knowledge from some of the best resources in the world of health. From our perspective, health is more than just “Crackin Backs” but a deep dive into physical, mental, and nutritional well-being philosophies.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt; Join us as we talk to some of the greatest minds and discover some of the most incredible gems you can use to maintain a higher level of health. &lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'&gt;&lt;em&gt;Crackin Backs Podcast&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Most people say they want change. But very few are willing to do what change actually requires. In this episode of the Crackin’ Backs Podcast, we sit down with Terrance Ogden, founder of Project G.R.I.T., whose life is a real-world example of what it means to go from rock bottom to purpose-driven living. This isn’t just another comeback story. Terrance went from homelessness, drug addiction, and jail… to completing 1,000+ mile rucks across Texas—and now leads others through physically and men...

 Rock Bottom Isn’t the Problem—Staying There Is- Terrance Ogden

Most people don’t fail because of their limitations…They fail because of the limits placed on them.In this episode of the <a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'>Crackin’ Backs Podcast</a>, we sit down with Kyle Landi and his mother Kimberly—a duo who are redefining what’s possible for individuals living with Down syndrome, autism, and developmental challenges.Kyle was born into a world that immediately labeled him.Low expectations. Boundaries. Limitations.But Kimberly refused to accept that narrative.She literally rewrote the playbook—challenging the system, asking better questions, and raising Kyle without the constraints society tried to impose.The result? A competitive bodybuilder  An athlete  A man, and family, on a mission to change how the world sees disabilityIn This Episode, We Explore:<ul><li>Why society’s expectations—not biology—are often the biggest limitation</li><li>The truth about Down syndrome, autism, and physical performance</li><li>How strength training can improve muscle tone, longevity, and confidence</li><li>The role of hormones, health optimization, and early intervention</li><li>What parents, coaches, and clinicians are getting wrong about developmental disabilities</li><li>How identity—not diagnosis—shapes long-term outcomes</li><li>What it really takes to raise a child without limits in a world full of them</li></ul>This isn’t just a conversation about disability.It’s about human potential.Why This Episode MattersWe’re living in a time where awareness is growing… but expectations are still too low.For individuals with Down syndrome and autism, the conversation is often focused on limitations—what they can’t do.This episode flips that narrative.It challenges:<ul><li>Medical assumptions</li><li>Social stigmas</li><li>And the quiet ceilings placed on people from day one</li></ul>About Kyle Landi and his mom KimberlyKyle Landi is an athlete, bodybuilder, and advocate who is changing the conversation around Down syndrome, autism, and performance. Through strength training and discipline, he is proving that capability is not defined by diagnosis.Kimberly Murphy, his mother, is the driving force behind that transformation—an advocate who challenged traditional thinking, pursued innovative health strategies, and refused to let her son be limited by outdated beliefs.Together, they represent what happens when:  You stop accepting labels  You question the system  And you build a life without limitsFollow Kyles journey via <a href='https://www.instagram.com/kylelandiofficial/'>Instagram</a>We are two sports chiropractors, seeking knowledge from some of the best resources in the world of health. From our perspective, health is more than just “Crackin Backs” but a deep dive into physical, mental, and nutritional well-being philosophies.  Join us as we talk to some of the greatest minds and discover some of the most incredible gems you can use to maintain a higher level of health. <a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'>Crackin Backs Podcast</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;Most people don’t fail because of their limitations…&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;They fail because of the limits placed on them.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the &lt;a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'&gt;Crackin’ Backs Podcast&lt;/a&gt;, we sit down with Kyle Landi and his mother Kimberly—a duo who are redefining what’s possible for individuals living with Down syndrome, autism, and developmental challenges.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Kyle was born into a world that immediately labeled him.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Low expectations.&lt;br/&gt;Boundaries.&lt;br/&gt;Limitations.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;But Kimberly refused to accept that narrative.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;She literally rewrote the playbook—challenging the system, asking better questions, and raising Kyle without the constraints society tried to impose.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The result?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; A competitive bodybuilder&lt;br/&gt; An athlete&lt;br/&gt; A man, and family, on a mission to change how the world sees disability&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;In This Episode, We Explore:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why society’s expectations—not biology—are often the biggest limitation&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The truth about Down syndrome, autism, and physical performance&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How strength training can improve muscle tone, longevity, and confidence&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The role of hormones, health optimization, and early intervention&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What parents, coaches, and clinicians are getting wrong about developmental disabilities&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How identity—not diagnosis—shapes long-term outcomes&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;What it really takes to raise a child without limits in a world full of them&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;This isn’t just a conversation about disability.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It’s about &lt;b&gt;human potential&lt;/b&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Why This Episode Matters&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We’re living in a time where awareness is growing…&lt;br/&gt;but expectations are still too low.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For individuals with Down syndrome and autism, the conversation is often focused on limitations—what they &lt;em&gt;can’t&lt;/em&gt; do.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode flips that narrative.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;It challenges:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Medical assumptions&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Social stigmas&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;And the quiet ceilings placed on people from day one&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;About Kyle Landi and his mom Kimberly&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Kyle Landi is an athlete, bodybuilder, and advocate who is changing the conversation around Down syndrome, autism, and performance. Through strength training and discipline, he is proving that capability is not defined by diagnosis.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Kimberly Murphy&lt;/b&gt;, his mother, is the driving force behind that transformation—an advocate who challenged traditional thinking, pursued innovative health strategies, and refused to let her son be limited by outdated beliefs.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Together, they represent what happens when:&lt;br/&gt; You stop accepting labels&lt;br/&gt; You question the system&lt;br/&gt; And you build a life without limits&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow Kyles journey via &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/kylelandiofficial/'&gt;Instagram&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;We are two sports chiropractors, seeking knowledge from some of the best resources in the world of health. From our perspective, health is more than just “Crackin Backs” but a deep dive into physical, mental, and nutritional well-being philosophies.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt; Join us as we talk to some of the greatest minds and discover some of the most incredible gems you can use to maintain a higher level of health. &lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'&gt;&lt;em&gt;Crackin Backs Podcast&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Most people don’t fail because of their limitations… They fail because of the limits placed on them. In this episode of the Crackin’ Backs Podcast, we sit down with Kyle Landi and his mother Kimberly—a duo who are redefining what’s possible for individuals living with Down syndrome, autism, and developmental challenges. Kyle was born into a world that immediately labeled him. Low expectations. Boundaries. Limitations. But Kimberly refused to accept that narrative. She literally rewrote the pl...

Diagnosed with Down Syndrome and Autism- So WHY is HE outperforming Expectations- Kyle Landi

Most people think healing gives you your life back.But what if it costs you the life you knew?In this episode of the <a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'>Crackin’ Backs Podcast,</a> we sit down with <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-r-a4158626a/'>Scott Roessler,</a> an 11-tour Special Operations veteran who stepped into one of the most controversial and rapidly emerging treatments in mental health—ibogaine therapy.After years of invisible battles with PTSD, trauma, and nervous system overload, Scott became part of a Stanford-led ibogaine study exploring whether this powerful psychedelic compound could help reset the brain.But this is not a highlight reel.This is the part no one talks about: 👉 What happens after the breakthrough 👉 The identity shifts that follow deep healing 👉 The work required to make it lastIn This Episode, We Explore:<ul><li>What ibogaine therapy is and how it may impact the brain and PTSD </li><li>Why preparation, coaching, and integration are critical for success </li><li>The truth about psychedelic therapy for veterans and first responders </li><li>Why healing can disrupt identity, relationships, and purpose </li><li>The risks, misconceptions, and real-world outcomes of ibogaine </li><li>Why more veterans are dying from suicide than combat—and what we may be missing </li><li>Whether ibogaine should become FDA-approved or remain outside traditional medicine </li></ul>If you’ve ever searched:<ul><li>“Ibogaine therapy for PTSD” </li><li>“Can psychedelics heal trauma?” </li><li>“Veteran mental health solutions” </li></ul>This episode offers a raw, firsthand perspective from someone who lived it.About Scott RoesslerScott Roessler is a retired U.S. Special Operations veteran who served 11 combat tours and has become a powerful voice in the conversation around veteran mental health, PTSD recovery, and psychedelic-assisted therapy.After struggling with the long-term effects of combat stress, Scott participated in a <a href='https://www.usmedicine.com/clinical-topics/tbi/psychoactive-drug-ibogaine-effectively-treats-tbi-complications/'>Stanford research study on ibogaine therapy</a>, helping bring awareness to alternative approaches to healing trauma.Today, he speaks openly about:<ul><li>Life after combat </li><li>The hidden cost of survival </li><li>The importance of integration and purpose after healing </li></ul>His story is not about escaping pain—  It’s about confronting it, and rebuilding from the inside out.Learn More About Scott Roessler &amp; Ibogaine TherapyConnect with Scott via <a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-r-a4158626a/'>Linkedin</a>Connect with Scott via <a href='https://www.instagram.com/og2uofficial/'>Instagram</a>Look for his book, “The operators guide to the universe” Coming out in JUNE!We are two sports chiropractors, seeking knowledge from some of the best resources in the world of health. From our perspective, health is more than just “Crackin Backs” but a deep dive into physical, mental, and nutritional well-being philosophies.  Join us as we talk to some of the greatest minds and discover some of the most incredible gems you can use to maintain a higher level of health. <a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'>Crackin Backs Podcast</a>

<description>&lt;p&gt;Most people think healing gives you your life back.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;But what if it costs you the life you knew?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the &lt;a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'&gt;Crackin’ Backs Podcast,&lt;/a&gt; we sit down with &lt;a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-r-a4158626a/'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Scott Roessler&lt;/b&gt;,&lt;/a&gt; an 11-tour Special Operations veteran who stepped into one of the most controversial and rapidly emerging treatments in mental health—&lt;b&gt;ibogaine therapy&lt;/b&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;After years of invisible battles with PTSD, trauma, and nervous system overload, Scott became part of a Stanford-led ibogaine study exploring whether this powerful psychedelic compound could help reset the brain.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;But this is not a highlight reel.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is the part no one talks about:&lt;br/&gt;👉 What happens &lt;em&gt;after&lt;/em&gt; the breakthrough&lt;br/&gt; 👉 The identity shifts that follow deep healing&lt;br/&gt; 👉 The work required to make it last&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;In This Episode, We Explore:&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;What ibogaine therapy is and how it may impact the brain and PTSD &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why preparation, coaching, and integration are critical for success &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The truth about psychedelic therapy for veterans and first responders &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why healing can disrupt identity, relationships, and purpose &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The risks, misconceptions, and real-world outcomes of ibogaine &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Why more veterans are dying from suicide than combat—and what we may be missing &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Whether ibogaine should become FDA-approved or remain outside traditional medicine &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you’ve ever searched:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;“Ibogaine therapy for PTSD” &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;“Can psychedelics heal trauma?” &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;“Veteran mental health solutions” &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode offers a raw, firsthand perspective from someone who lived it.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;About Scott Roessler&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Scott Roessler&lt;/b&gt; is a retired U.S. Special Operations veteran who served 11 combat tours and has become a powerful voice in the conversation around veteran mental health, PTSD recovery, and psychedelic-assisted therapy.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;After struggling with the long-term effects of combat stress, Scott participated in a &lt;a href='https://www.usmedicine.com/clinical-topics/tbi/psychoactive-drug-ibogaine-effectively-treats-tbi-complications/'&gt;&lt;b&gt;Stanford research study on ibogaine therapy&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;, helping bring awareness to alternative approaches to healing trauma.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today, he speaks openly about:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Life after combat &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The hidden cost of survival &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of integration and purpose after healing &lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;His story is not about escaping pain—&lt;br/&gt; It’s about confronting it, and rebuilding from the inside out.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Learn More About Scott Roessler &amp;amp; Ibogaine Therapy&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Scott via &lt;a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-r-a4158626a/'&gt;Linkedin&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Scott via &lt;a href='https://www.instagram.com/og2uofficial/'&gt;Instagram&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Look for his book, &lt;b&gt;“The operators guide to the universe”&lt;/b&gt; Coming out in JUNE!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;We are two sports chiropractors, seeking knowledge from some of the best resources in the world of health. From our perspective, health is more than just “Crackin Backs” but a deep dive into physical, mental, and nutritional well-being philosophies.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt; Join us as we talk to some of the greatest minds and discover some of the most incredible gems you can use to maintain a higher level of health. &lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href='https://www.crackinbackspodcast.com/'&gt;&lt;em&gt;Crackin Backs Podcast&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Most people think healing gives you your life back. But what if it costs you the life you knew? In this episode of the Crackin’ Backs Podcast, we sit down with Scott Roessler, an 11-tour Special Operations veteran who stepped into one of the most controversial and rapidly emerging treatments in mental health—ibogaine therapy. After years of invisible battles with PTSD, trauma, and nervous system overload, Scott became part of a Stanford-led ibogaine study exploring whether this powerful psych...

More Veterans are Dying at HOME than at WAR!! Is IBOGAINE the answer we're ignoring? Scott Roesler

We are two sport chiropractors, seeking knowledge from some of the best resources in the world of health. From our perspective, health is more than just “crackin Backs” but a deep dive into philosophies on physical, mental and nutritional well-being. Join us as we talk to some of the greatest minds and discover some of the greatest gems that you can use to maintain a higher level of health. Podcast Sponsors: Stark Roast Coffee: https://www.starkroast.com/products/crackin-backs-podcast-blend Guardian Grains:&nbsp;

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