In this episode of Heidi's Lane, I sit down with my good friend, Chris Doxsey, one of the most brilliant and compassionate coaches I've ever known. Chris and I go way back, and in this conversation, we dive into the highs and lows of his incredible journey—from working in health and fitness to becoming a firefighter and now a high-performance life coach. Chris opens up about overcoming personal challenges and how those experiences shape his coaching philosophy today. Whether you're seeking transformation in mind, body, or spirit, Chris offers wisdom that resonates on every level.

Here are the key moments from the episode:

1:00 Chris Doxsey intro

6:00 Transformation goes beyond diet and exercise

14:00 Chris’ rough upbringing and childhood

18:00 Radical forgiveness and healing

29:00 Biggest obstacle to reaching potential

36:00 The power of the first steps

40:00 Keys to getting in shape in your 40s

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Chris Doxsey Bio:

Chris has been in the health & wellness and coaching space for over 22 years. He ran a medically supervised weight loss company called Metabolic Wellness in Mesa, AZ, from 2008-2014, helping people lose thousands of pounds. In 2014, he teamed up with Heidi to help the greater Phoenix area lose tens of thousands of pounds by implementing behavior change principles and carb cycling in over 20 locations. He’s also the Director of Fulfillment and Coaching for Growth Academy LLC (growth.com). They provide high performance coaching and growth coaching services to people all over the world.

In this heartfelt episode of Heidi's Lane, I find myself in my car, eyes red from tears, reflecting on a monumental moment: Dropping off my oldest son Matix at the Mexico City Missionary Training Center. The journey of letting go, even when it’s something as beautiful as watching your child step into a new chapter, is anything but easy. I talk about the whirlwind of emotions: Gratitude, pride, sadness, and a whole lot of love that comes with seeing him leave the nest. For all the parents out there navigating the bittersweet transition of watching their kids grow up, this one's for you.

Here are the key moments from the episode:

2:00 Dropping Matix off in Mexico City

10:00 The emotions of Matix leaving

14:00 My message to Matix

37:00 Experiencing grief over Matix’ absence

45:00 Impact of Matix leaving on my identity as a mom

50:00 Advice for parents coping with children leaving

1:01:00 Navigating the emptiness

1:07:00 Realizing the value of the small moments

1:25:00 How to navigate the emotional waves

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This week on Heidi's Lane, I’m joined by my youngest son Cash to talk about the big emotions we’re navigating as a family right now. My oldest son, Matix, is about to embark on a two-year mission, and the reality of him leaving is hitting hard. Cash, who’s incredibly close to his brother, shares his feelings about this transition, and we reflect on the many “lasts” we’re experiencing before Matix leaves. This episode is a raw and heartfelt conversation between mother and son, highlighting the bittersweet moments of growth, faith, family, and future.

Here are the key moments from the episode:

2:25 Reflection on “lasts” before Matix leaves

6:00 How my life is about to change forever

15:50 Cash explains Matix’ mission

19:30 Biggest gift of Matix leaving

22:00 Religion and faith in our household

31:00 Why Matix decided to serve a mission

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Website: https://heidipowell.net/

Email: podcast@heidipowell.net

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