Episode Summary:
In this episode, I dive in with a friend from chiropractic school Dr. Monica Smith. We chat about how she went from a high performance athlete growing up to being in and out of the hospital looking for answers to how she supports others with toxin-free living, mindfulness, and various other holistic tools to live a deeply connected and expressed life.
About Dr. Monica Smith a.k.a The Revved Up Mama:
From the time that she was 4 years old, Monica played soccer in Franklin, TN and continued to play through college with a scholarship to APSU. At 17 years old, her body began breaking down and everything changed. She couldn’t play the way she used to and it affected her entire being…mentally, emotionally, and physically. She had developed a “chronic” disease called Ulcerative Colitis. The combination of being on 10 different prescription medications, as well as a lack of answers and hopelessness from the medical doctors, led to depression and the development of prescription drug addictions. The next five years were filled with hospital visits for various reasons, some of which include asthma attacks, migraines, a tonsillectomy, and a severe kidney infection.
Soon after graduating APSU with a Bachelors degree in Psychology, she got a job as a Chiropractic Assistant and learned about the amazing healing capabilities that the body holds. Dr. Monica received her Doctor Of Chiropractic degree from Life University. She is not only an advocate of Optimal Living, she practices what she teaches everyday in her own life. She loves to cook and bake healthy organic recipes, practice yoga, be in nature, read, and spend time with friends and family. Dr. Monica is a heart centered passionate person who is dedicated to helping her community thrive!
“Working as a chiropractic assistant was the first time in five years that something a doctor said finally made sense to me – and that truth resonated down to my core. I understand what it feels like to be hopeless, depressed and feel like a victim; but because of my experience, I know what it feels like to have hope, heal from sickness and disease, and experience true vitality. Through chiropractic care and living by the 5 Pillars of Health, I am free from disease and now live an empowered life dedicated to keeping my health my number one priority. I believe that every single experience happens for a reason and I was brought through disease so that I can empower others and facilitate the healing process.”
Stay connected with Dr. Monica here:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revved_up_mama/
Website: https://www.revvedupmama.com
Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/revvedupmama