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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 11-04-26) Hormone Therapy, Brain Fog and Menopause: What You Need to Know]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>Brain fog, memory lapses, poor sleep, and declining focus can affect even the most successful professionals. In this episode of <strong>Aligned to Lead</strong>, host <strong>Dr. Megan Parks</strong> examines how hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause may influence cognitive performance, mental clarity, and executive leadership.</p>
<p>Dr. Parks breaks down the differences between bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) and traditional hormone treatments, addressing common misconceptions about hormone safety, FDA-approved options, and compounded formulations.</p>
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                    <![CDATA[Brain fog, memory lapses, poor sleep, and declining focus can affect even the most successful professionals. In this episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks examines how hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause may influence cognitive performance, mental clarity, and executive leadership.
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 10-28-26) Social Security Disability Benefits: SSDI, SSI and Appeals]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>What happens when a serious health condition prevents someone from working, but accessing disability benefits becomes another challenge? In this episode of Aligned to Lead, host <strong>Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes <strong>Dr. Carletta</strong> of Dominion Disability Advocates to examine the complexities of Social Security disability benefits, SSDI, SSI, and the disability claims process.</p>
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<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Introduction and Guest Welcome</li><li>(00:01:12) - The Human Story Behind Disability Claims</li><li>(00:02:26) - Identity, Confidence, and Asking for Help</li><li>(00:04:24) - Family Support and Common Misconceptions</li><li>(00:05:29) - Disability as a Bridge, Not a Life Sentence</li><li>(00:06:37) - Assessing Eligibility and Intake Process</li><li>(00:07:57) - Being Honest With Your Doctor</li><li>(00:09:30) - How Advocates Guide the Documentation Process</li><li>(00:11:37) - Break and Station ID</li><li>(00:12:18) - Return: Navigating the Disability System</li><li>(00:13:24) - SSDI vs SSI Explained</li><li>(00:15:20) - Accurate Records and Avoiding Inconsistencies</li><li>(00:17:47) - Managing Expectations and Agency Procedures</li><li>(00:18:45) - Deadlines, Work History, and Official Requests</li><li>(00:21:13) - Overcoming Overwhelm and Claiming Your Voice</li><li>(00:23:57) - Break and Segment Transition</li><li>(00:24:28) - Understanding Denials as Part of the Process</li><li>(00:26:56) - Separating Emotion From Practical Next Steps</li><li>(00:28:11) - What to Expect at an Administrative Hearing</li><li>(00:29:46) - Family Involvement and Respecting Autonomy</li><li>(00:33:08) - Coping Habits During a Long Uncertain Process</li><li>(00:35:54) - Break and Final Segment Intro</li><li>(00:36:47) - Employers, Communities, and Accessible Resources</li><li>(00:38:16) - Partnership Over Dependency in Advocacy</li><li>(00:40:15) - Fee Transparency and Choosing Representation</li><li>(00:41:59) - What an Advocate Relationship Looks Like</li><li>(00:46:11) - Dr. Carletta&#039;s Personal Journey Into Advocacy</li><li>(00:47:30) - Closing Thoughts and Contact Information</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[What happens when a serious health condition prevents someone from working, but accessing disability benefits becomes another challenge? In this episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks welcomes Dr. Carletta of Dominion Disability Advocates to examine the complexities of Social Security disability benefits, SSDI, SSI, and the disability claims process.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Juan D Guevara Torres]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 10-21-26) Preventive Healthcare: The Warning Signs Busy Leaders Ignore]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 15:59:32 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks welcomes Dr. Cristy Thomas, a healthcare professional with more than 20 years of experience, to discuss why preventive healthcare is essential for busy professionals who often prioritize work and family over their own well-being.</p>
<p>Dr. Thomas explains how persistent fatigue, poor sleep, unexplained weight changes, brain fog, and other subtle symptoms can signal the need for medical evaluation.</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Introduction and Guest Welcome</li><li>(00:01:38) - Why High Performers Ignore Preventative Care</li><li>(00:05:26) - Subtle Warning Signs You Shouldn&#039;t Ignore</li><li>(00:07:05) - Making Health Part of Leadership Routine</li><li>(00:08:24) - The Value of Baseline Labs and Patterns</li><li>(00:10:56) - Break and Program Promo</li><li>(00:12:03) - Managing Chronic Conditions Consistently</li><li>(00:13:48) - Why Patients Drift From Follow-Up Care</li><li>(00:15:09) - Preparing for Appointments and Comprehensive Labs</li><li>(00:17:17) - Honest Communication and Realistic Care Plans</li><li>(00:19:15) - Building Long-Term Relationships With Patients</li><li>(00:20:29) - Protecting Long-Term Capacity, Not Just Pushing Through</li><li>(00:23:26) - Break and Program Promo</li><li>(00:23:50) - Communicating Clearly About Acute Symptoms</li><li>(00:25:48) - Risks of Pushing Through New Health Problems</li><li>(00:27:42) - Understanding Referrals and Specialist Care</li><li>(00:31:01) - Overcoming Fear of Being Referred Out</li><li>(00:32:09) - Seeking Help as a Sign of Strong Leadership</li><li>(00:34:52) - Break and Program Promo</li><li>(00:36:20) - Starting Small to Build Healthier Habits</li><li>(00:38:12) - Giving Yourself Grace and Resetting Daily</li><li>(00:39:10) - What to Bring to Medical Appointments</li><li>(00:40:36) - Understanding Your Lab Numbers</li><li>(00:41:34) - Making the Most of Limited Appointment Time</li><li>(00:43:56) - From Surviving the Day to Sustainable Health</li><li>(00:45:00) - Final Takeaway and Where to Find Dr. Christy</li><li>(00:47:03) - Closing Remarks</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks welcomes Dr. Cristy Thomas, a healthcare professional with more than 20 years of experience, to discuss why preventive healthcare is essential for busy professionals who often prioritize work and family over their own well-being.
Dr. Thomas explains how persistent fatigue, poor sleep, unexplained weight changes, brain fog, and other subtle symptoms can signal the need for medical evaluation.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks welcomes Dr. Cristy Thomas, a healthcare professional with more than 20 years of experience, to discuss why preventive healthcare is essential for busy professionals who often prioritize work and family over their own well-being.
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                    <![CDATA[Juan D Guevara Torres]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 10-14-26) Cycle Syncing: Exercise and Nutrition for Women's Hormonal Health]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 15 Oct 2026 14:49:28 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Juan D Guevara Torres</dc:creator>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <strong>Aligned to Lead,</strong> host <strong>Dr. Megan Parks</strong> explores cycle syncing and how menstrual cycle changes can influence women's energy, exercise performance, nutrition, and recovery.</p>
<p><strong>Dr. Parks</strong> examines the four phases of the menstrual cycle menstruation, follicular, ovulation, and luteal and explains why workout intensity should reflect individual symptoms, energy levels, and recovery rather than rigid fitness schedules. </p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks explores cycle syncing and how menstrual cycle changes can influence women's energy, exercise performance, nutrition, and recovery.
Dr. Parks examines the four phases of the menstrual cycle menstruation, follicular, ovulation, and luteal and explains why workout intensity should reflect individual symptoms, energy levels, and recovery rather than rigid fitness schedules. ]]>
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<p><strong>Dr. Parks</strong> examines the four phases of the menstrual cycle menstruation, follicular, ovulation, and luteal and explains why workout intensity should reflect individual symptoms, energy levels, and recovery rather than rigid fitness schedules. </p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks explores cycle syncing and how menstrual cycle changes can influence women's energy, exercise performance, nutrition, and recovery.
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 10-07-26) Ozempic and Vision Loss: GLP-1 Eye Risks Explained]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <strong>Aligned to Lead</strong>, host <strong>Dr. Megan Parks</strong> examines two critical areas that can affect high-performing leaders: executive burnout and emerging health concerns surrounding GLP-1 medications.</p>
<p>Dr. Parks begins by breaking down how burnout can remain hidden behind productivity, showing up as decision fatigue, chronic urgency, reduced creativity, poor delegation, and organizations that depend too heavily on one leader.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks examines two critical areas that can affect high-performing leaders: executive burnout and emerging health concerns surrounding GLP-1 medications.
Dr. Parks begins by breaking down how burnout can remain hidden behind productivity, showing up as decision fatigue, chronic urgency, reduced creativity, poor delegation, and organizations that depend too heavily on one leader.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks examines two critical areas that can affect high-performing leaders: executive burnout and emerging health concerns surrounding GLP-1 medications.
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 09-30-26) Burnout or Hormones? Why High-Performing Women Feel Exhausted]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>You can eat well, exercise, stay productive, and still feel <strong>wired, tired, foggy, bloated, irritable, or completely unlike yourself</strong>. In this episode of <strong>Aligned to Lead</strong>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> breaks down why these symptoms in high-performing women may involve more than a demanding schedule.</p>
<p>Dr. Parks examines the overlap between <strong>chronic stress, burnout, perimenopause, hormonal changes, poor sleep, cortisol, blood sugar, and thyroid function </strong>and why symptoms such as brain fog, low libido, anxiety, exhaustion, and midday crashes cannot always be traced to a single cause.</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Introduction: The High Performer&#039;s Paradox</li><li>(00:01:13) - Fight-Flight vs Rest-Digest and Acute vs Chronic Stress</li><li>(00:03:55) - The HPA Axis and Progesterone Steal</li><li>(00:06:30) - Domino Effects: Thyroid, Blood Sugar, and Belly Fat</li><li>(00:08:39) - Burnout Isn&#039;t a Willpower Problem</li><li>(00:11:24) - Break: Sponsor and Show Info</li><li>(00:12:17) - Burnout vs Perimenopause: The Overlap Matrix</li><li>(00:16:05) - Clues That Point to Burnout</li><li>(00:18:23) - Clues That Point to Hormonal Shifts</li><li>(00:20:35) - Tired but Wired: Sleep, Motivation, and Mood</li><li>(00:22:58) - You Can&#039;t Out-Rest Every Medical Problem</li><li>(00:23:58) - Break: Sponsor and Show Info</li><li>(00:24:18) - The Limits of Standard Lab Testing</li><li>(00:27:37) - Why Blood Cortisol Tests Are Misleading</li><li>(00:30:26) - Better Thyroid and Sex Hormone Testing</li><li>(00:33:04) - High Cortisol vs Flattened Curve and Adrenal Exhaustion</li><li>(00:35:23) - Turning Data Into a Real Plan</li><li>(00:35:57) - Break: Sponsor and Show Info</li><li>(00:36:55) - Building a Personalized Recovery Strategy</li><li>(00:37:20) - Protein-Forward Nutrition and Meal Timing</li><li>(00:39:08) - Fasting and HIIT: When They Backfire</li><li>(00:41:23) - Cycle Syncing Your Workouts</li><li>(00:43:26) - Supplements, Boundaries, and Sustainable Recovery</li><li>(00:45:40) - Tracking Your Own Normal and Seeking Help</li><li>(00:49:02) - Closing Thoughts: Capacity and Leadership</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[You can eat well, exercise, stay productive, and still feel wired, tired, foggy, bloated, irritable, or completely unlike yourself. In this episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks breaks down why these symptoms in high-performing women may involve more than a demanding schedule.
Dr. Parks examines the overlap between chronic stress, burnout, perimenopause, hormonal changes, poor sleep, cortisol, blood sugar, and thyroid function and why symptoms such as brain fog, low libido, anxiety, exhaustion, and midday crashes cannot always be traced to a single cause.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 09-30-26) Burnout or Hormones? Why High-Performing Women Feel Exhausted]]>
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<p>Dr. Parks examines the overlap between <strong>chronic stress, burnout, perimenopause, hormonal changes, poor sleep, cortisol, blood sugar, and thyroid function </strong>and why symptoms such as brain fog, low libido, anxiety, exhaustion, and midday crashes cannot always be traced to a single cause.</p>]]>
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Dr. Parks examines the overlap between chronic stress, burnout, perimenopause, hormonal changes, poor sleep, cortisol, blood sugar, and thyroid function and why symptoms such as brain fog, low libido, anxiety, exhaustion, and midday crashes cannot always be traced to a single cause.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 09-23-26) Caregiver Burnout: Why Sharing the Care Matters]]>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:15:19 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>Caregiving can begin as an act of love and gradually become an overwhelming responsibility that affects <strong>physical health, emotional well-being, relationships, work, and identity</strong>. In this episode of <strong>Aligned to Lead</strong>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> speaks with <strong>Sheila Warnock</strong>, co-author of <em>Share the Care</em> and founder and CEO of ShareTheCaregiving, Inc., about replacing isolated caregiving with organized community support</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Introduction to Caregiving and Guest Sheila Warnock</li><li>(00:01:11) - Sheila&#039;s Personal Caregiving Journey with Her Mother</li><li>(00:06:01) - The Hush-Hush Culture Around Illness and Caregiving</li><li>(00:09:12) - How Families Can Talk Honestly About Caregiving Needs</li><li>(00:11:58) - Break and Show Info</li><li>(00:12:42) - Introducing the Share the Care Model</li><li>(00:13:25) - Susan&#039;s Story and the Birth of the Funny Family</li><li>(00:18:27) - How Share the Care Spread to Other Families</li><li>(00:20:50) - Overcoming Guilt and Asking for Help</li><li>(00:23:47) - What Caregivers Gain from Being Helped</li><li>(00:25:59) - Forming New Groups and Personal Growth Through Giving</li><li>(00:27:57) - Break and Show Info</li><li>(00:28:45) - The Toll of Caregiving on Body and Mind</li><li>(00:30:57) - Setting Boundaries and the Seven Principles of Share the Care</li><li>(00:33:28) - Recognizing Burnout Before It&#039;s Too Late</li><li>(00:35:43) - Break and Show Info</li><li>(00:36:49) - The Universal Need for Shared Caregiving</li><li>(00:39:30) - Building Community Networks and Helping Others</li><li>(00:41:26) - Hope for the Future of Caregiving Support</li><li>(00:43:11) - Practical First Steps for Caregivers and Supporters</li><li>(00:44:35) - Training Professionals and Resources at ShareTheCare.org</li><li>(00:47:33) - Closing Thoughts and How to Connect with Sheila</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 09-16-26) Nervous System Care for Pregnancy, Postpartum & Babies]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:27:17 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Juan D Guevara Torres</dc:creator>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p><strong>Aligned to Lead</strong> explores a side of family wellness that begins before birth and continues through the demanding transition into parenthood. <strong>Host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> sits down with <strong>Dr. Kristen Hartwell</strong>, owner and senior chiropractor at Sacred Spines Chiropractic, to discuss her nervous-system-centered approach to caring for pregnant women, new mothers, babies, and growing families.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 09-16-26) Nervous System Care for Pregnancy, Postpartum & Babies]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 09-02-26) Exercise as Medicine: How Movement Changes the Brain]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:34:54 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Juan D Guevara Torres</dc:creator>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p><strong>Aligned to Lead</strong> takes a closer look at something most people associate with muscles and fitness but rarely with the brain: <strong>movement</strong>. <strong>Host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> is joined by <strong>Dr. Brian Sandroff</strong>, whose research explores exercise, cognition, mobility, and brain function in people living with multiple sclerosis and other neurological conditions</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 09-09-26) Back to Work After Cancer: The Challenges No One Sees]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <strong>Aligned to Lead</strong>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes <strong>Ada X. Chen, PhD, MPH, CRC</strong>, research scientist at the Center for Employment and Disability Research at Kessler Foundation, for an important conversation about <strong>cancer survivorship and returning to work after treatment</strong>.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks welcomes Ada X. Chen, PhD, MPH, CRC, research scientist at the Center for Employment and Disability Research at Kessler Foundation, for an important conversation about cancer survivorship and returning to work after treatment.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 09-09-26) Back to Work After Cancer: The Challenges No One Sees]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 08-26-26) When Memory Changes: The Science of Cognitive Recovery]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:36:50 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Juan D Guevara Torres</dc:creator>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <strong>Aligned to Lead</strong>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes <strong>Dr. Nancy D. Chiaravalloti</strong>, a leading researcher at Kessler Foundation, for an evidence-based conversation about <strong>memory, brain health, cognitive rehabilitation, and neurological recovery</strong>. Dr. Chiaravalloti explains when memory problems, mental fatigue, slower processing speed, and difficulty focusing may deserve closer attention and why consistent cognitive changes should not simply be dismissed as stress or normal aging.</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
<ul><li>(00:00:01) - Cognitive Rehabilitation for Women</li><li>(00:02:22) - Cognitive Issues in People&#039;s Eyes</li><li>(00:04:05) - Cognitive fatigue and aging</li><li>(00:05:46) - Cognitive Rehabilitation</li><li>(00:09:35) - Why brain health is so important in recovery</li><li>(00:11:38) - Now Media TV: Leading with Cognitive Symptoms</li><li>(00:12:26) - Memory and processing speed in seniors</li><li>(00:14:37) - What is an effective cognitive rehabilitation protocol?</li><li>(00:16:25) - Cognitive rehabilitation: How to measure progress?</li><li>(00:19:21) - Cognitive rehabilitation, consistency, repetition</li><li>(00:21:12) - Cognitive Rehabilitation</li><li>(00:23:22) - How brain injuries affect cognition and mobility</li><li>(00:26:38) - Multiple perspectives on neuropsychology and disability</li><li>(00:28:31) - Cognitive Rehabilitation for People with Alzheimer&#039;s</li><li>(00:34:06) - Aligned to Lead</li><li>(00:35:09) - Dr. Ann Advanci on the future of cognitive rehabilitation research</li><li>(00:37:24) - Cognitive Changes after a brain injury or other neurological illness</li><li>(00:40:17) - Cognitive Changes: How to Be More Advocates for Yourself</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 08-19-26) Rewiring the Brain: The Future of Rehabilitation]]>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:37:04 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this groundbreaking episode of <em>Aligned to Lead</em>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes <strong>Dr. Karen J. Nolan</strong>, Associate Director of the Center for Mobility and Rehabilitation Engineering Research at Kessler Foundation and professor at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, for a fascinating exploration of the science behind movement, brain recovery, and rehabilitation.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>In this groundbreaking episode of <em>Aligned to Lead</em>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes <strong>Dr. Karen J. Nolan</strong>, Associate Director of the Center for Mobility and Rehabilitation Engineering Research at Kessler Foundation and professor at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, for a fascinating exploration of the science behind movement, brain recovery, and rehabilitation.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 08-12-26) Success on Paper, Stuck in Real Life: When Your Career No Longer Fits]]>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:05:48 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this thought-provoking episode of <em>Aligned to Lead</em>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes <strong>Ross Phan</strong>, founder of OffScripts Consult and a board-certified clinical pharmacist, for a powerful conversation about health literacy, career reinvention, and what happens when professional success no longer feels aligned with who you are.</p>
<p>Ross explains why high-performing professionals often prioritize work while overlooking their own health, and how credible health information, better questions, and more personalized decision-making can improve energy, clarity, and long-term performance.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this thought-provoking episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks welcomes Ross Phan, founder of OffScripts Consult and a board-certified clinical pharmacist, for a powerful conversation about health literacy, career reinvention, and what happens when professional success no longer feels aligned with who you are.
Ross explains why high-performing professionals often prioritize work while overlooking their own health, and how credible health information, better questions, and more personalized decision-making can improve energy, clarity, and long-term performance.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 08-12-26) Success on Paper, Stuck in Real Life: When Your Career No Longer Fits]]>
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<p>Ross explains why high-performing professionals often prioritize work while overlooking their own health, and how credible health information, better questions, and more personalized decision-making can improve energy, clarity, and long-term performance.</p>]]>
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Ross explains why high-performing professionals often prioritize work while overlooking their own health, and how credible health information, better questions, and more personalized decision-making can improve energy, clarity, and long-term performance.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 08-05-26) What Every Parent Needs to Know About Autism, Behavior & Early Intervention]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this inspiring episode of <em>Aligned to Lead</em>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes <strong>Goldene Lowe</strong>, CEO and Clinical Director of ABA Classroom, for a powerful conversation that transforms the way parents, educators, and caregivers understand children's behavior.</p>
<p>Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in applied behavior analysis (ABA), trauma-informed care, and family coaching, Goldene explains why behavior is not something to punish it is a form of communication.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this inspiring episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks welcomes Goldene Lowe, CEO and Clinical Director of ABA Classroom, for a powerful conversation that transforms the way parents, educators, and caregivers understand children's behavior.
Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in applied behavior analysis (ABA), trauma-informed care, and family coaching, Goldene explains why behavior is not something to punish it is a form of communication.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 08-05-26) What Every Parent Needs to Know About Autism, Behavior & Early Intervention]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>In this inspiring episode of <em>Aligned to Lead</em>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes <strong>Goldene Lowe</strong>, CEO and Clinical Director of ABA Classroom, for a powerful conversation that transforms the way parents, educators, and caregivers understand children's behavior.</p>
<p>Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in applied behavior analysis (ABA), trauma-informed care, and family coaching, Goldene explains why behavior is not something to punish it is a form of communication.</p>]]>
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Drawing on more than 20 years of experience in applied behavior analysis (ABA), trauma-informed care, and family coaching, Goldene explains why behavior is not something to punish it is a form of communication.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 07-29-26) Your Body Is Talking: The Hidden Signals You Should Never Ignore]]>
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                <dc:creator>Juan D Guevara Torres</dc:creator>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this compelling episode of <em>Aligned to Lead</em>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes <strong>Dr. Charita Cooper</strong>, CEO of Synergy Medical and president of the Ohio State Chiropractic Association, for an eye-opening conversation about chiropractic care, nervous system health, and the body’s ability to heal.</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Align to Lead</li><li>(00:01:31) - &quot;Alignment The Lead&quot;: How to Lead</li><li>(00:02:52) - Ohio State Chiropractic Association President</li><li>(00:08:44) - The spine</li><li>(00:11:42) - Aligned To Lead</li><li>(00:12:22) - How to Align to Lead</li><li>(00:15:15) - Chronic Stress in the Body</li><li>(00:19:41) - Headaches and recovery: How to manage them effectively in today&#039;s</li><li>(00:24:10) - Sharita Cooper on Complicated Injuries</li><li>(00:32:26) - In the Elevator With Dr. Ann Cooper</li><li>(00:36:20) - Aligned to Lead</li><li>(00:38:22) - Why Child chiropractic is so important during pregnancy</li><li>(00:40:28) - What is the Webster Technique during pregnancy?</li><li>(00:41:51) - How to Balance Out Your Baby&#039;s Peebles</li><li>(00:43:22) - Pregnancy and Kids</li><li>(00:45:18) - How to help animals get back to their feet</li><li>(00:47:17) - Ohio OSCA President Sharita Cooper on Aligned to Lead</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this compelling episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks welcomes Dr. Charita Cooper, CEO of Synergy Medical and president of the Ohio State Chiropractic Association, for an eye-opening conversation about chiropractic care, nervous system health, and the body’s ability to heal.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 07-29-26) Your Body Is Talking: The Hidden Signals You Should Never Ignore]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:50:26</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Juan D Guevara Torres]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 07-22-26) The Hidden Cost of Caregiving: Burnout, Aging in Place & Family Support]]>
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                <pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:56:49 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Juan D Guevara Torres</dc:creator>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this essential episode of <em>Aligned to Lead</em>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes <strong>Melanie Christensen</strong>, owner of <strong>A Better Solution in Home Care in Las Vegas</strong>, for an honest conversation about the emotional, physical, and professional realities of caring for an aging loved one.</p>
<p>Drawing from her personal experience with her parents and her work supporting hundreds of families, Melanie explains why caregiving has become one of the most significant hidden pressures facing professionals today.</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
<ul><li>(00:00:00) - Align to Lead: Caregiving and Balance</li><li>(00:00:49) - Why Caregiving is a Biggest Challenge</li><li>(00:02:08) - What Inspired You to Start Working in Home Health Care?</li><li>(00:03:43) - Caregiving pressures become more intense</li><li>(00:05:05) - Caregivers&#039; emotional toll on aging loved ones</li><li>(00:12:24) - Aging in Place</li><li>(00:14:52) - What are the Early Signs That Your Loved One Needs Help?</li><li>(00:17:16) - Home Health Care: Myths and Facts</li><li>(00:19:51) - Dementia and Caregiving in the Las Vegas Valley</li><li>(00:24:14) - Caregiving caregiver burnout and emotional exhaustion</li><li>(00:27:53) - Caregiver Stress</li><li>(00:33:09) - Caregiver Tips for the Aging Couple</li><li>(00:36:27) - Align to Lead</li><li>(00:37:45) - What is Dignity for Seniors?</li><li>(00:40:20) - What changes do you see when family members start to care for the</li><li>(00:46:07) - Companionship and Wellbeing for Seniors</li><li>(00:49:18) - How Caregiving Burnout Affects Mental Health</li></ul>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this essential episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks welcomes Melanie Christensen, owner of A Better Solution in Home Care in Las Vegas, for an honest conversation about the emotional, physical, and professional realities of caring for an aging loved one.
Drawing from her personal experience with her parents and her work supporting hundreds of families, Melanie explains why caregiving has become one of the most significant hidden pressures facing professionals today.]]>
                </itunes:subtitle>
                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 07-22-26) The Hidden Cost of Caregiving: Burnout, Aging in Place & Family Support]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>In this essential episode of <em>Aligned to Lead</em>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes <strong>Melanie Christensen</strong>, owner of <strong>A Better Solution in Home Care in Las Vegas</strong>, for an honest conversation about the emotional, physical, and professional realities of caring for an aging loved one.</p>
<p>Drawing from her personal experience with her parents and her work supporting hundreds of families, Melanie explains why caregiving has become one of the most significant hidden pressures facing professionals today.</p>]]>
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Drawing from her personal experience with her parents and her work supporting hundreds of families, Melanie explains why caregiving has become one of the most significant hidden pressures facing professionals today.]]>
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                                                                            <itunes:duration>00:50:24</itunes:duration>
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                    <![CDATA[Juan D Guevara Torres]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 07-15-26) The Leadership Blind Spot That's Holding You Back]]>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:32:54 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Juan D Guevara Torres</dc:creator>
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                                    <link>https://aligned-to-lead-audio.castos.com/episodes/aligned-to-lead-aired-07-15-26-the-leadership-skill-no-one-teaches-emotional-intelligence-that-ch</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this powerful episode of <em>Aligned to Lead</em>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes leadership coach and <strong>Continuum Leaders</strong> co-founder <strong>Carlos Martin</strong> for an eye-opening conversation about one of the most overlooked skills in business and life: emotional literacy.</p>
<p>Together, they explore why so many professionals struggle to identify, communicate, and process emotions and how emotional awareness directly impacts leadership, communication, decision-making, workplace culture, and personal relationships.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this powerful episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks welcomes leadership coach and Continuum Leaders co-founder Carlos Martin for an eye-opening conversation about one of the most overlooked skills in business and life: emotional literacy.
Together, they explore why so many professionals struggle to identify, communicate, and process emotions and how emotional awareness directly impacts leadership, communication, decision-making, workplace culture, and personal relationships.]]>
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                                <itunes:title>
                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 07-15-26) The Leadership Blind Spot That's Holding You Back]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>In this powerful episode of <em>Aligned to Lead</em>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes leadership coach and <strong>Continuum Leaders</strong> co-founder <strong>Carlos Martin</strong> for an eye-opening conversation about one of the most overlooked skills in business and life: emotional literacy.</p>
<p>Together, they explore why so many professionals struggle to identify, communicate, and process emotions and how emotional awareness directly impacts leadership, communication, decision-making, workplace culture, and personal relationships.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this powerful episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks welcomes leadership coach and Continuum Leaders co-founder Carlos Martin for an eye-opening conversation about one of the most overlooked skills in business and life: emotional literacy.
Together, they explore why so many professionals struggle to identify, communicate, and process emotions and how emotional awareness directly impacts leadership, communication, decision-making, workplace culture, and personal relationships.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Juan D Guevara Torres]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 07-08-26) Beyond the Prescription: The New Science of Women's Health]]>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:36:23 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Juan D Guevara Torres</dc:creator>
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                                    <link>https://aligned-to-lead-audio.castos.com/episodes/aligned-to-lead-aired-07-08-26-the-truth-about-womens-hormones-dr-megan-parks-on-leadership-he</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this inspiring episode of <em>Aligned to Lead</em>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> is interviewed by <strong>Dr. Raquel Yarroch</strong>, founder of Rockin' Health, for a deeply personal conversation about the experiences that shaped her approach to health, leadership, and purpose.</p>
<p>Dr. Parks shares her journey from pharmacy and chiropractic care to functional medicine, explaining why she became passionate about addressing the root causes of illness rather than simply managing symptoms.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this inspiring episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks is interviewed by Dr. Raquel Yarroch, founder of Rockin' Health, for a deeply personal conversation about the experiences that shaped her approach to health, leadership, and purpose.
Dr. Parks shares her journey from pharmacy and chiropractic care to functional medicine, explaining why she became passionate about addressing the root causes of illness rather than simply managing symptoms.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 07-08-26) Beyond the Prescription: The New Science of Women's Health]]>
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                    <![CDATA[<p>In this inspiring episode of <em>Aligned to Lead</em>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> is interviewed by <strong>Dr. Raquel Yarroch</strong>, founder of Rockin' Health, for a deeply personal conversation about the experiences that shaped her approach to health, leadership, and purpose.</p>
<p>Dr. Parks shares her journey from pharmacy and chiropractic care to functional medicine, explaining why she became passionate about addressing the root causes of illness rather than simply managing symptoms.</p>]]>
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                    <![CDATA[In this inspiring episode of Aligned to Lead, host Dr. Megan Parks is interviewed by Dr. Raquel Yarroch, founder of Rockin' Health, for a deeply personal conversation about the experiences that shaped her approach to health, leadership, and purpose.
Dr. Parks shares her journey from pharmacy and chiropractic care to functional medicine, explaining why she became passionate about addressing the root causes of illness rather than simply managing symptoms.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 07-01-26) Burnout Is Killing Your Business: How Smart Leaders Scale with AI]]>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:36:14 +0000</pubDate>
                <dc:creator>Juan D Guevara Torres</dc:creator>
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                                    <link>https://aligned-to-lead-audio.castos.com/episodes/aligned-to-lead-aired-07-01-26-burnout-is-killing-your-business-how-smart-leaders-scale-with-ai</link>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this insightful episode of <em>Aligned to Lead</em>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes entrepreneur, business strategist, and Now Media host <strong>Jen Gaudet</strong> for a practical conversation about one of the biggest threats to modern leadership: burnout disguised as productivity.</p>
<p>Drawing on her expertise in human performance, leadership, business strategy, and practical AI, Jen explains why sustainable growth depends on protecting cognitive bandwidth, improving decision-making, and building systems that reduce operational chaos.</p>
<h3>Chapters</h3>
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Drawing on her expertise in human performance, leadership, business strategy, and practical AI, Jen explains why sustainable growth depends on protecting cognitive bandwidth, improving decision-making, and building systems that reduce operational chaos.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 07-01-26) Burnout Is Killing Your Business: How Smart Leaders Scale with AI]]>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of <strong>Aligned to Lead</strong>, host <strong>Dr. Megan Parks</strong> welcomes <strong>Dr. Raquel Yarroch</strong> for an insightful conversation on why so many high-achieving professionals struggle with fatigue, chronic stress, brain fog, digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, and other persistent health concerns despite outward success.</p>
<p>Dr. Yarroch explains how functional medicine uncovers the root causes of illness by looking beyond symptoms and addressing the underlying factors that impact long-term health and performance.</p>
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<ul><li>(00:00:00) -  align to lead</li><li>(00:01:03) - The Hidden Cost of Ambition</li><li>(00:02:01) - High-Achievers and Functional Medicine</li><li>(00:03:43) - How to manage burnout effectively</li><li>(00:05:43) - What are some of the earliest signs of a person who on the</li><li>(00:07:37) - Healthy for Work, Life &amp; Lead</li><li>(00:09:27) - Root Cause Health</li><li>(00:13:26) - Why do health professionals stay trapped in symptom management?</li><li>(00:19:04) - How to Start Healing Yourself</li><li>(00:21:44) - Align to Lead: Thinking Out Loud About Work-Life Stress</li><li>(00:22:58) - What are the most common limiting beliefs in the workplace?</li><li>(00:27:28) - How Perfectionism and Control Create Health Problems</li><li>(00:30:34) - How to Break Through a Fatigue Cycle</li><li>(00:34:24) - Align to Lead</li><li>(00:37:02) - How to Build a Healthy Body with Self-Abortion</li><li>(00:42:05) - What are boundaries and how do they help you?</li><li>(00:44:31) - How to Build a Career that Doesn&#039;t Cost You Money</li><li>(00:47:02) - Align to Lead: When Success Costs My Health</li></ul>]]>
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Dr. Yarroch explains how functional medicine uncovers the root causes of illness by looking beyond symptoms and addressing the underlying factors that impact long-term health and performance.]]>
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Dr. Yarroch explains how functional medicine uncovers the root causes of illness by looking beyond symptoms and addressing the underlying factors that impact long-term health and performance.]]>
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                    <![CDATA[Aligned to Lead (Aired 06-17-26) The most important business asset isn't your company it's your health.]]>
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                <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:01:02 +0000</pubDate>
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                                            <![CDATA[<p>In this powerful episode of <em>Aligned to Lead</em>, <strong>host Dr. Megan Parks</strong> sits down with renowned naturopath, educator, and health innovator <strong>Michael Schwartz</strong>, founder of Michael’s Naturopathic Programs, to explore the direct connection between health, leadership, performance, and long-term success.</p>]]>
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