We answer a listener’s question on decluttering without guilt, then dive into nine practical ways to ease the winter blahs with light, movement, warmth, nutrition, and planned joy. We keep it real, share personal stories, and frame winter as a ...

We draw a hard line between wants and needs and show how four essentials—movement, sleep, nourishment, and safe connection—support physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Practical tools include walking, strength, stillness, breathin...

Ever wonder why you feel full but still run on empty? We make the case for building every meal around protein and show how that one shift can improve energy, mood, muscle, skin, bones, and long-term health. From clear daily targets to simple re...

Tired of the online narrative that we’re hopelessly divided? We take a clear-eyed look at how connection actually grows in real life—through chosen family, reciprocal friendships, and small daily acts of kindness. Our guest, Kaylynn, is a singl...

What if the most transformative change you could make this week was the smallest? We explore how ordinary kindness resets your day, repairs relationships, and restores hope—without grand gestures or perfect conditions. Starting with a lighthear...

We share a simple, faith-centered framework for mental, emotional, and spiritual steadiness and show how one shaky ladder inspired a clearer way to check our foundations. Five steps—TRUTH—help us capture thoughts, find the root, replace lies wi...

We share simple ways to earn extra money without burning out, where to park your savings for better interest, and how to run a no-drama budget that finally sticks. Trevor joins us with a clean envelope-style spreadsheet that turns chaos into cl...

The quiet power of a well-run home shows up in small choices: a wall calendar filled out a month ahead, a simple weekly date night, and a motto that keeps everyone moving—no sacrifice, no victory. We sit down with Gavyn, a third-year law studen...

A calmer, wiser life starts with two choices: lead with compassion and keep learning on purpose. Denise unpacks her experience at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, where “nutrition” includes food, relationships, routines, an...

What does balance look like when you’re 10 days postpartum, your husband is nearing the end of medical school, and sleep is a work in progress? We invited Ella—a young mom of two—to share the small, repeatable routines that keep her family stea...

Ever been told to “cut carbs” and wondered why the scale drops but your energy tanks? We’re pulling back the curtain on carbs and sugar, showing how form and processing—not fear—should guide your choices. From a garden pickle saga to the scienc...

We explore recreation and play as core parts of a balanced life, from small daily “snacks” to deeper weekly sessions that reset mood, focus, and energy. We share stories—from fishing to pickleball to quilting—and challenge you to design joy on ...

We use a mile-21 marathon moment to explore Stoic tools for a steadier mind, better choices, and a kinder life. Marcus Aurelius and Epictetus move from quote to action as we focus on control, reaction, and practical hope.• family cheeri...

Ever wish your friendships left you lighter, wiser, and more grounded instead of drained? We dig into the social spoke of the Wheel of Life and get real about what makes relationships truly supportive: the kind of trust that invites honesty, th...

We trace a simple backyard moment—a peach tree buckling under too much fruit—into a clear plan for immune resilience. Sleep, stress, gut health, movement, sunlight, and smart nutrition become daily and weekly habits you can actually keep.

We share a personal story about overdoing yardwork, a tree-climbing rescue of a tangled fishing line, and how resilience and recovery set up the real topic: building strength, protecting hormones, and working with your body for lasting change. ...

What if working less could actually help you accomplish more? In this thought-provoking episode, sisters Denise and Debra challenge conventional productivity wisdom by exploring the paradoxical concept of "slowing down to speed up."Thro...

What anchors you when life throws its inevitable storms? In this heartfelt conversation between sisters, Denise reveals her journey toward finding balance across the various dimensions of life. From her early days as a young wife juggling pregn...

Click here to download your free Wheel of Life WorksheetEver feel like your life is rolling like a bent up old wheel? Would you like to have a resou...

What happens when your greatest obstacle becomes your most powerful teacher? This conversation with Debra reveals the transformative journey of turning personal health struggles into a mission to help others heal.Debra's story begins wi...

Join us for the first interview of our dad, Dr. Duane H Smith, DC. He has been a huge source of inspiration for us and countless others. His desire to help others heal and live their best lives has driven his life.Bio:Dr. Duane Sm...

Welcome to the Dx2 Podcast! In this episode you will be introduced to your hosts Denise and Debra. We will dive into the reasons behind the podcast and share our journey that led us to this adventure!