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On this episode of Everything’s Messy Podcast, I’m joined by Austin Page, the founder of GymFlow Coaching—fitness coach, mindset mentor, and living proof that rock bottom can be the foundation for your biggest comeback. We dive into Austin’s wild, raw, and brutally honest story that starts in a small Virginia town with a cycle of partying and ends with titanium-filled legs, a shredded six-pack (eventually), and a whole new lease on life.

Austin walks us through the night that changed everything—Mother’s Day 2010—when a car crash after a party landed him in the hospital with crushed legs, sepsis, and a giant black hole in his stomach (yes, literally). What followed was six weeks in the hospital, three months in a rehab center, and a whole lot of mirror moments that forced him to ask: "How the hell did I get here?" and more importantly, "What am I going to do about it?"

From curling Gatorade bottles in a wheelchair to building a coaching empire, Austin takes us step-by-step through how he built his body, mind, and life back with grit, consistency, and a whole lot of sweaty gym sessions. We talk about the power of small wins, creating a new identity one rep at a time, and asking yourself—what would your future self do?

Austin also shares his thoughts on mental toughness, why we’re not meant to live a stress-free life (ugh, if only), and how controlling the controllables can change everything. Whether you're currently stuck in a comfort zone or crawling your way out of one, this episode is a masterclass in how adversity can shape you—if you let it.

So, if you’ve ever felt like you were spiraling, stuck, or just tired of your own BS—this one’s for you. Austin is the reminder that we are not our worst moments, but what we choose to do after them.

And remember—we’re only as good as the example we set. It’s not about what we say, it’s about what we do. Thanks for tuning in, and as always—keep it messy. 💪✨

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In this episode of Everything’s Messy Podcast, I’m diving deep into the world of expectations—yep, the ones we put on ourselves and the ones everyone else seems to throw our way the second we decide to prioritize our goals.

Let’s be real—sticking to fitness or wellness goals or even financial goals sounds amazing on paper. Until real life steps in with a pile of laundry, a slammed calendar, and someone asking, “What’s for dinner?” when you just sat down to rest. Whether you're juggling work, family, or just the mental load of keeping it all together, the pressure can feel overwhelming. So how do we hold on to our goals when life gets loud and messy?

I break this conversation into three parts: first, how to stay committed to the promises we’ve made to ourselves especially when it comes to self-care. Then, we get into the chaos—distractions, guilt, and that fun little voice in your head telling you to just quit already. I’ll share strategies that have helped me push through the noise without shame or burnout. And finally, we talk boundaries—the loving, firm kind that protect your peace without losing your softness. Because guess what? You can be strong and gentle with yourself. It’s not one or the other.

If you’ve ever struggled with setting a goal and watching it slip away under the weight of everything else, this one’s for you. Grab your sparkling water, and maybe a journal—because this episode might just be the permission slip you didn’t know you needed.

If today’s episode hits home, make sure to go back and check out last week’s convo on hidden triggers that may be contributing to autoimmunity ailments. Check out the free PDF guide about finding the hidden triggers. And hey, I created a free guide to help you stay grounded in your goals, journal through the chaos, and set boundaries without burnout for this episode. You can snag both on my website under Resources or tap the link in bio!

Let’s keep showing up for ourselves, even when life gets loud. One messy moment at a time 💛

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🌀 Feeling stuck, flared up, or like your body’s turning against you… even though your labs are “normal”? You’re not alone — and you’re definitely not broken.

In this episode of Everything’s Messy Podcast, I’m diving into four sneaky root causes that might be fueling your autoimmune symptoms — the stuff most doctors never mention. From parasites and mold to heavy metals and nutrient depletion, we’re peeling back the layers of what’s really driving inflammation, blood sugar chaos, fatigue, and thyroid flares.

We’ll talk about how I discovered these patterns in my own journey through Type 1 Diabetes, Hashimoto’s, and heart disease — and why this might be the missing piece for you too.

🌿 I’m also sharing:

• How I approached parasite detox (hint: it wasn’t pretty, but it helped)
  
  
• Why your house might be making you sick
  
  
• The hidden toxins lurking in your beauty products and cookware
  
  
• What labs you should ask for — even if no one’s ordering them
  
  
• Simple daily habits to support real healing

✨ PLUS: Grab my free guide to the 4 root causes of autoimmune flares — with tips, symptoms to watch for, and journaling prompts to help you get curious instead of feeling crazy.
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And if you’re ready to stop Googling your symptoms and start building a plan — let’s work together. Book a breakthrough coaching session at everythingsmessywellness.com 💛

🎧 Hit play, take notes, and let’s stop fighting ourselves and start getting to the root of the mess.

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