True healing isn’t just physical, it’s energetic, emotional, and spiritual.

In this rich, real, and deeply inspiring episode, Susan and Kate welcome Marek Chromik, martial arts teacher and holistic wellness guide, for a conversation that bridges ancient Eastern practices and modern-day epigenetics.

With decades of experience in Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and Qigong, Marek shares how slowing down, tuning in, and softening your strength can transform your body, your energy, and your life. He dives into the importance of breath, awareness, fascia, intention, and emotional integration, and how these all influence your genetic expression.

Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

• A deeper understanding of how emotional blocks show up as physical tension (and how to release them)
• Why “slowing down” is the secret weapon for nervous system healing and resilience
• The underestimated role fascia and breath play in your vitality
• How to move through life as a Peaceful Warrior, with grounded strength, clarity, and compassion

If you’ve ever felt like healing has to be hard or that you need to push your way through, Marek offers a refreshing, embodied alternative rooted in presence and possibility.

"You are here to experience life, not just survive it."

Marek is based in Greenwood Village, Colorado, and offers both in-person and digital workshops. Learn more at EclecticGround.com.

Learn more about our guest Marek Chromik:

Marek started his journey in Martial Arts in 2002 with a Brazilian martial art called Capoeira. His accomplishments in martial arts include a black belt in Sorim Kung Fu and a title of Sifu (Master) with the Hong Kong Ving Tsun Athletic Association – Wing Chun Kung Fu. In the 20+ years of studying martial arts, Marek has traveled to the Wudang mountains in China for Kung Fu and Tai Chi with the Taoist Monks, and Qigong and intrinsic energies of Tai Chi in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Experiencing the internal energy component of martial arts was life changing.

About Susan Robbins and Kate King

Susan and Kate come from two very different, but perfectly complementary, worlds in the health and wellness space. Together, their synergy is magnetic. Think: science meets soul, strategy meets intuition, real talk meets radical transformation.

RESOURCES:

Connect with Marek Chromik:

https://eclecticground.com/

https://www.facebook.com/EGmartialarts

https://www.instagram.com/eclecticground/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/eclectic-ground

https://www.tiktok.com/@eclecticground

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuAhJVA7T3_721RtvCbn77Q

Find all of Kate and Susan’s Resources and links in the show notes!

Connect with Susan: https://healthyawakening.co/

Connect with Kate: https://theradiantlifeproject.com/

Shownotes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/07/14/episode66

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Sooo… what does Susan actually do?

This week, we’re bringing a fresh perspective to Everyday Epigenetics: Raw. Real. Relatable. In a special twist, co-host Kate King steps into the interviewer’s seat, flipping the script to spotlight our very own Susan Robbins. Together, they dive deep into the transformative world of pH360 HealthTypes—what they are, how they work, and why they’re the ultimate key to personalized health that truly delivers results. Get ready for an engaging conversation that unpacks the science, the stories, and the strategies behind this groundbreaking approach to health and wellness.

Kate recently went through Susan’s full ph360 onboarding and coaching process herself (spoiler alert: she’s an Activator, too, but they are still very different), so she’s asking the juicy questions you actually want answers to.

This episode is a lively, eye-opening conversation that’s sure to leave you laughing, nodding, and saying, “OMG, that’s me!” Susan dives deep into the fascinating connections between your biology, lifestyle, and personality, explaining how ph360 and the HealthTypes unlock the secrets to your unique health blueprint. From the energetic Activator to the nurturing Guardian, Susan shares relatable examples and surprising insights that will have you seeing yourself, and your health, in a whole new light. Whether you’re curious about personalized health or just love those “aha” moments, this episode is packed with inspiration, humor, and practical wisdom. Tune in and discover how your biology shapes the way you live, love, and thrive!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What ph360 Health Typing truly is, and why it’s far more than your average wellness tool.
• The 6 unique HealthTypes (and how to start recognizing which one resonates with you).
• Why timing is the secret ingredient for optimizing food, movement, and stress management.
• How two people can share the same HealthType on paper but express it in completely different ways.
• The reason most “one-size-fits-all” health advice fails, and how personalized strategies can transform your results.
• Mind-blowing client stories, including one where a simple shift in movement timing led to an 11-pound weight loss!

Ready to discover your unique health type and finally take control of your health? Reach out to Susan directly at susan@healthyawakening.co

Whether you’ve been listening for ages or just found us, this is the perfect episode to understand what Susan really does, and how this kind of personalized approach can help you unlock a whole new level of well-being.

RESOURCES:

Check out Susan’s NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signup

Find all of Kate and Susan’s Resources and links on the show notes!

Shownotes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/07/07/episode65/

Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcast

Find listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/links

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Buckle up for a mind-blowing episode that challenges everything you thought you knew about thyroid health. We’re joined by internationally renowned functional medicine expert, Dr. Eric Balcavage, co-author of The Thyroid Debacle and host of the Thyroid Answers Podcast. With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Eric delivers a radically different approach to thyroid care, one that focuses less on managing symptoms and more on true recovery at the cellular level.

If you or someone you love has been told, “your labs are normal, everything looks fine,” but you still feel like garbage… this is the episode you’ve been waiting for. If you’ve been managing thyroid issues with medications, yet not improving…this is the episode you need to listen to.

We go deep into why many thyroid treatments fail, the difference between glandular and cellular hypothyroidism, and how chronic stress, lifestyle choices, emotional trauma, and even your beliefs can keep you in a cycle of burnout and dysfunction, no matter how many meds or supplements you take.

This conversation goes way beyond bloodwork. It’s about reclaiming your health by addressing the deeper, root-level imbalances that most approaches overlook.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The difference between managing and recovering from hypothyroidism
• Why TSH and labs alone don’t tell the full story
• What the Cell Danger Response is, and how it changes EVERYTHING about thyroid healing
• The critical role of lifestyle, stress, and mindset in chronic conditions
• How overmedication can stall progress and why “more” isn’t always better
• When emotional work and psychotherapy should be part of the healing plan
• Why your body isn’t broken, it’s protecting you

This isn’t just another thyroid talk. It’s a holistic masterclass in how to truly optimize your health from the inside out. Whether you're new to functional medicine or deep into your healing journey, this episode will change the way you think about your body, and what it really needs to thrive.

Resources:

Learn more about our guest Dr. Eric Balcavage and check out all of his links on the website show notes! https://healthyawakening.co/2025/06/30/episode64/

Connect with Dr. Eric Balcavage:

Website: http://drericbalcavage.com

Instagram: http://instagram.com/drericbalcavage

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@askdreric

About Susan Robbins and Kate King

Susan and Kate come from two very different, but perfectly complementary, worlds in the health and wellness space. Together, their synergy is magnetic. Think: science meets soul, strategy meets intuition, real talk meets radical transformation.

Find all of Kate and Susan’s Resources and links on the show notes!

Shownotes: https://healthyawakening.co/2025/06/30/episode64/

Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcast

Find listening links here: https://healthyawakening.co/links

P.S. Want reminders about episodes? Sign up for our newsletter, you can find the link on our podcast page! https://healthyawakening.co/podcast