Sometimes the best moments in business happen when everything goes hilariously, beautifully off-script. Dr. Sara and Dr. Marisa dive into the wild, wonderful, and wonderfully weird world of running a family chiropractic practice where six-year-olds lick ankles, grandmothers flash the lobby, and toddlers want cowboy boots "just like Dr. M's."

This episode is pure joy wrapped in honest conversation about what it really means to create a culture where humans can be fully, authentically human. From navigating wardrobe malfunctions during scans to being someone's inspiration for bangs (yes, really), these stories remind us that the magic happens in the unscripted moments.

🔥 What You'll Hear:

Why a little girl pretending to be a dog taught them everything about meeting people where they are

The art of staying professional when patients forget the "pants stay on" rule

How team pranks and TikTok trends create the kind of workplace culture people actually want to be part of

When being looked up to means everything from hairstyle choices to shoe preferences

The beautiful vulnerability of working with families through every season of life

The Real Talk: This isn't just about funny patient stories. It's about recognizing that behind every business are real humans with real needs, and sometimes the most profound leadership lessons come from unexpected moments of connection and chaos.

These aren't just "work stories." They're reminders that when you show up with your whole heart, create space for others to do the same, and find joy in the beautifully messy reality of human connection, that's when the real magic happens. That's when work becomes more than work. That's when you're not just running a practice – you're creating a place where people belong.

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Instagram: @drsaranelsongray, @dr.marisa.nicole10, @theheartworkpodcast

Email: support@theheartworklife.com

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What happens when you realize the "safe" path isn't actually serving your soul? Kevin Green knows this tension intimately. From corporate chef to high school educator to personal chef turned professional speaker, Kevin's journey is a masterclass in listening to that inner voice that says "you're made for more" - even when it means walking away from security.

This conversation shares about the courage it takes to step into your authentic voice after years of playing small. Kevin shares the pivotal moments that forced him to confront his own limiting beliefs, the toxic business partnership that became his greatest teacher, and why he spent years "in the closet" - afraid to share his opinion or claim his seat at the table.

🔥 In This Episode:

• Kevin's "Three P's" framework: Purpose, Passion, and Potential as the foundation for creating a life you love
• The difference between living with closed fist control versus open-handed trust
• How a toxic business partnership and unexpected divorce became his greatest teachers about boundaries and self-worth
• Why perfectionism and the need for certainty kept him playing small for years
• The art of taking "responsible risks" while building something meaningful

The Heart Work Moment: Kevin's revelation that "questions cause anxiety, but periods produce power" - and what it means to live from a place of security rather than scrambling for certainty.

This episode reminds us that your story - even the messy, imperfect, still-being-written parts - is exactly what someone else needs to hear. Sometimes the greatest risk isn't jumping into the unknown; it's staying silent when you have something important to say.

Connect with Kevin:

• Instagram: @chefkevinculinary
• TikTok: @kevingreenelevates
• LinkedIn: @kevingreenelevates
• Website: kevingreenelevates.com

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• Instagram: @drsaranelsongray, @dr.marisa.nicole10, @theheartworkpodcast
• Email: support@theheartworklife.com

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What do great relationships and thriving businesses have in common? They both fail when you're only focused on the end goal instead of showing up intentionally every day. Dr. Sara and Dr. Marisa get raw about the messy reality of transitioning from boss mode to wife mode, why "How was your day?" conversations aren't cutting it anymore, and the uncomfortable truth about growing together versus growing apart.

This episode dives deep into the real talk about maintaining intimate connection while chasing big dreams. From weekly marriage check-ins that prevent roommate syndrome to navigating wildly different work schedules, this conversation is for anyone who refuses to choose between love and ambition.

🔥 In This Episode:

• The art of shedding your "entrepreneur armor" when you walk through your front door
• How to handle the 80/20 seasons when one partner needs to carry more weight
• Weekly marriage meetings that actually work (and why they're non-negotiable)
• The difference between independence and interdependence in relationships
• Leading by example when you want your partner to do their own inner work
• Why scheduling spontaneity isn't an oxymoron - it's survival
• Creating sacred transitions between work energy and home energy

Stop choosing between building your empire and nurturing your most important relationship. This episode proves that when you show up intentionally for love, everything else gets easier - including success.

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Instagram: @drsaranelsongray, @dr.marisa.nicole10, @theheartworkpodcast

Email: theheartworklife@gmail.com

Join our community: The Heart Work Life Facebook Group as we're gearing up for our 7 day self-love journey starting June 8th, 2025!

What happens when you stop following someone else's roadmap and start creating a life that aligns with your deepest values? This week, the magnetic Emily Elias joins us for a soul-stirring conversation about finding your path, creating boundaries between work and home, and stepping into authentic leadership.

When COVID forced a pivot in Emily and her husband Alejandro's plans, they didn't panic—they paused to ask deeper questions about what truly mattered to them.

🔥 In This Episode:

• Her inspiring vision to build 300 clinics—a legacy that might extend beyond her lifetime
• How Emily discerns between friction that signals growth versus discomfort that signals misalignment
• The profound truth about delegating: "Just because you can do it all doesn't mean you should"
• Why Emily believes balance is an absolute myth, and the two non-negotiables she focuses on instead
• How stepping into motherhood helped Emily reclaim her identity beyond business partnerships
• Embracing a vision larger than yourself while staying grounded in day-to-day purpose

Emily's life in Abilene, Texas—a place with tumbleweeds and barrel racing—wasn't the mountain paradise she initially envisioned, but it became the perfect foundation for her family and practice.

This conversation is a masterclass in discernment, offering practical wisdom for entrepreneurs navigating the complex dance between ambition and wholeness.

This isn't just another conversation about practice building—it's permission to design a life that honors all aspects of who you are.

Connect with Emily:

• Instagram: @dr.emily.elias
• Path to Victory Podcast: Listen on Spotify
• Website: pathtovictorychiro.com

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• Instagram: @drsaranelsongray, @dr.marisa.nicole10, @theheartworkpodcast
• Email: support@theheartworklife.com

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Ready to step into your most authentic leadership?

Dr. Sara is launching The Authentic Leader's Path—an 8-week transformation journey for leaders ready to break free from imposter syndrome and lead from their authentic selves. If you're ready to stop hiding behind what you think leadership should look like and start embodying who you truly are, this is your invitation.

Drop Dr. Sara a DM on Instagram @drsaranelsongray or find her on Facebook, and she'll get you all the details you need. Registration closes May 27th, and there are only a few spots left!!

Episode 34: From Burnout to Boundaries to Brilliance

This episode flips the script as we step into the guest seats on Amin Said's Beyond Adjustments podcast for a conversation that cuts straight through the highlight-reel version of leadership to the messy, beautiful truth underneath.

In This Episode:

This isn't another "10 steps to better team culture" conversation. It's about what happens in those raw Monday moments when your careful systems crack open to reveal the human heart beneath them.

We dove deep into the questions leaders rarely address out loud:

• What actually causes burnout? (Hint: it's not your workload—it's what you're abandoning in yourself to maintain it)
• How do you set expectations without building walls? The delicate dance between kindness and strength that doesn't sacrifice either
• The courage to stop micromanaging—and why letting your team fail might be the most powerful leadership move you'll ever make
• What it really means when someone exits your practice (and why that might be the exact thing both of you need)

We dug deep into those B-words everyone loves to throw around—burnout, boundaries, and balance—and why they're often misunderstood. Rather than wearing exhaustion as a badge of honor, we explored how setting expectations (not just boundaries) and refusing to abandon yourself creates more sustainable success.

The truth? When you're compromising pieces of yourself that were never meant to be given away in the first place, no amount of systems or structure can save you from eventual collapse.

If this conversation stirred something in you, we'd love to continue it. The Heart Work podcast explores these topics and more—giving you permission to be messy, authentic, and wholeheartedly yourself while still building something extraordinary.

Connect with us:

• Instagram: @drsaranelsongray, @dr.marisa.nicole10, @theheartworkpodcast
• Email: support@theheartworklife.com
• Join our community: The Heart Work Life Facebook Group

Connect with Amin:

• Apple Podcasts: Beyond Adjustments
• Instagram:@beyondchirogrowth

What happens when you finally stop performing for approval and start creating from the depths of who you truly are? This week, the magnificent Bailey Sloan joins us for a soul-stirring conversation about shedding identities that no longer serve and stepping boldly into leadership that feels like coming home to yourself.

Bailey's evolution from high-capacity church service through divorce to co-founding Cadence Chiropractic isn't just impressive, it's revolutionary. Her practice achieved its most successful year just two years after opening, but the real wealth? It's in the transformation of her leadership.

🔥 In This Episode:

• The exquisite tension between friendship and partnership when building a business with your best friend
• Why being "the best #2" might be the identity holding you back from claiming your true power
• The profound moment Bailey realized her worth wasn't tied to church attendance or performance metrics
• Creating a workplace culture where vulnerability isn't just accepted—it's the foundation of authentic leadership
• The transformative shift from "what do you want me to do?" to "what do I actually want to create?"
• How Bailey's relationship with money evolved from religious guilt to "I want more money so I can have more fun and do more good"

Bailey reveals, "I worked my way into achieving the life I didn't want. That all came from not being authentic to who I am." Her team now starts each morning with vibe checks because "faking it till you make it is actually faking it till you break it."

Perhaps our favorite insight: "Trust that your next season doesn't have to be the next step in the game plan. When you sense a grace being over a season, a place, or a person, do the inner work to sit with yourself and see where that grace is leading you next."

This isn't just another business conversation, it's permission to stop apologizing for your evolution and start embracing the leadership that only you can bring to the world.

Connect with Bailey:

• Instagram: @baileyysloan
• Cadence Chiropractic: @cadencechiro

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• Instagram: @drsaranelsongray, @dr.marisa.nicole10, @theheartworkpodcast
• Email: theheartworklife@gmail.com

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What makes a team thrive even during seasons of change? Dr. Sara and Dr. Marisa explore this question while drawing inspiration from "The Fred Factor," a book about how ordinary people create extraordinary experiences through authenticity and genuine care.

While navigating their own practice transitions—welcoming new associates and saying farewell to others—the hosts share candid reflections on maintaining heart-centered leadership even when stretched thin. They explore how intentional culture-building creates team members who step up during challenging seasons without being asked.

🔥 In This Episode:

• How transitions reveal the true strength of your team culture
• What "the soul of your practice" means and how to nurture it
• The power of team members who step up without being asked
• Ways to create community within your team through intentional activities
• Why there are "no unimportant jobs, just people who feel unimportant doing their jobs"

Break free from seeing transitions as merely challenging, and discover how these seasons can become powerful opportunities to refocus on your core values and strengthen your team. This episode proves that with the right people and culture, your practice can thrive even during times of change.

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In this episode, we sit down with Amanda Burg, founder of Liberty Type—a boutique brand messaging and copywriting agency that helps female founders scale their businesses with authenticity and magnetism. Amanda has built her business from a small Etsy shop into a thriving 7-figure company that empowers women to step into their CEO identity through words that sound exactly like them while converting powerfully.

🔥 In This Episode:

• Amanda's unexpected path from covering breaking news as a journalist to helping women entrepreneurs find their authentic voice
• How becoming the sole breadwinner transformed Amanda's identity from "writer" to confident "business owner"
• Why technical jargon and industry language often create barriers between you and potential clients
• The power of testimonials in uncovering the language your ideal clients actually use
• Why branding is like gift-wrapping: presenting your services in beautiful packaging so people want to experience your magic
• Practical tips for creating boundaries between work and personal life as a business owner
• The immense value of support systems and delegation in sustainable business growth

Breakthrough Insight:

"If someone can go to your site or place of business and say, 'Oh, that's just like me' or 'They get it. That's my story too'—the work of the quote-unquote sell is already done because they're already emotionally bought into the story and the solution."

Amanda's expertise lies in helping women entrepreneurs discover their authentic voice and create messaging that resonates deeply with their audience. Her journalism background gives her a unique ability to find the hook in any business story and translate complex services into language that connects emotionally with ideal clients.

Ready to step into your authentic brand voice? This episode will inspire you to communicate with clarity, confidence, and connection.

Connect with Amanda:

• Instagram: @libertytypeco
• Website: www.libertytype.com

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• Instagram: @drsaranelsongray @dr.marisa.nicole10 @theheartworkpodcastt
• Email: theheartworklife@gmail.com