Tatum -- first, Joe Rogan is a child. And not in the wonderful sense. Rather in the infantile self-centered thumb-sucking spoiled brat kind of way. I can't say he hasn't done some good. Alas, no villain is ever 100 P bad and really we're meant to love these shadow characters or they will consume us, as shadows do. Second, I couldn't get over why, it seemed, Zach Bush was kissing his ass. Perhaps because he understands the incredible reach Rogan gifts his guests. And, who else can speak so eloquently about biology but ZB? PS -- I have a side story about Rogan from my former DP/cameraman husband who worked on the original Fear Factor-- you'll appreciate it. Not to say I agree with all of what Zach says, truth is there is literally no one on the planet whose philosophy or understanding of life I totally agree with. How could that be? We all are our own little planet and eco-system--our own universe. Quite literally, the only perspective that I can ever hold is my own-- likewise you, her, him, so on. You know this. But some we agree with more than other. For ex/ everyone here. Now for what I came here to say, lol (can I just sidebar how much I appreciate that I know you will read this? now that's a proper community). Being seen. I know you struggled with this big-time as a doctor. Wow. I'm struggling with it now. I am on my second chapter, second business (even though I'm almost a decade in and have studied natural health/healing my whole life). I really have such a problem with how people might perceive me -- especially friends, family, etc. I feel like they're all saying, "She's too much! She posts too much! Who cares! Who does she think she is?" Then I feel that indeed -- who do I think I am? Then I counter with -- you're trying to live your passion, to be in service, and yes, make a little money while doing it. ARGH! It's hard. Then there's some sort of shame loop and I guess that's why I love you so much -- you're like "F--k it mother truckers!" Then you tell us of your own spirals and are just so relatable. Anyway, please tell me how to get that super power. But, and this is really key, you share super educational content that requires deep deep dives -- and that is for sure a big part of your magic. For those of us who don't do that, sometimes it feels a little grifty -- does this all make sense?

Tatum... thank you. ❤️ How brilliant that we get to share in this way! First, gotta say, I'm beyond grateful that Tatum chose my freshly published memoir -- The Mother Vine --- as her very first book club. I'm truly honored. It also happens to be the gateway into my ecosystem. I'm a Registered Holistic Nutritionist (after a few decades working in TV---see my book, 😄) and am working toward a PhD in Natural Medicine. I call my online cleanse community The Living Lab (Reset. Restore. Rebuild.). My telos is to guide women into deep healing by becoming their own healer. During my month-long resets we explore medicinal foods, energetics, fasting, ancient healing protocols, breathwork, movement, nervous system regulation, and all sorts of fascinating rabbit holes (sound familiar?). Mostly I work with women 40/50+ navigating midlife, but all are welcome. I don't believe we're breaking down or becoming old crones. This should be our second spring. Our queendom. Let's reclaim our health, our power, and our sovereignty. Huge kudos again to Tatum. She's brave, honest, generous, and incredibly wise. I'm thrilled to be here. 🌿 ShannonNering.com

Thank you Maria for saying this. You are so right -- your choices, your actions, reveal clearly what's most important to you. I believe your children will always appreciate the sacrifices you've made and you can feel good about putting them first. Part of my healing has been to accept that, for my mother, her music comes (came) first. She's also been a very good mom, and done her best, and that's all we can ask. Still, it's clear, music is her life. Right now, she's considering a cochlear implant because she's almost completely deaf (4% in one ear, 8-12% hearing left in the other ear). All of our family is pro surgery because it's very hard to communicate with her (OMG!). But she said, "No way if it affects how I hear/play the piano." So again, confirming what I thought. This is my soul's path and I realize my biggest lessons are patience, acceptance, and unconditional love. I look forward to discussing this and so much more in Tatum's book club. So fun!! You all are amazing!! XO

@Corrie Bignell amazing. I look forward to hearing more as we swap stories. Also—Nicaragua!! Say more!

@Corrie Bignell yes. Will do!!

Wow. It makes sense doesn’t it. Fractal geometry. Indeed we’re all one.