Make Food and Health Fun Again! — Dr. Kathryn Guylay

Key Takeaways: A little bit about Dr. Kathryn and why she's on a mission to make life fun! If we tap into love, that's really where we can embrace our full energy. The more fun Dr. Kathryn brought into her work, the more successful it was. Not sure how to have fun? Look to children for inspiration! Dr. Kathryn was working very closely with food pantries and noticed so many people in the community did not know how to cook with fresh produce. By getting the children involved and making it fun for them, the whole thing sparked a big change in the community. Dr. Kathryn talks about working with schools to make school lunches healthier and some of the challenges she faced with that. What is epigenetics? And how do you make it fun? What really affects the expression of your genes? The good news is that you can modify your genes! Yes. It is possible! When you give children, people, whoever, a choice, you make them feel empowered. When you tell someone "not" to eat something, you force them into a box. You can make conscious and healthy choices every day about your body. For those who are more likely to be depressed or have a cognitive decline, what can they do to live a younger life? Genetic testing has opened up a world of possibilities, but with that can come a lot of confusion. People think taking supplements has a one-size-fits-all approach. Nope! This is why it's important to get accurate genetic testing. Dr. Kathryn shares a couple of examples of how you can make life fun… forever! We know now that customization of our health is the best way for us to combat disease and live a better life. In the '90s, people followed food fads and diets. Being in charge of your own health is easier now than ever before. Dr. Kathryn shares some mantras she loves and lives by, and how it relates to skiing! Dr. Kathryn shares some observations she sees in new skiers and the types of people who learn this challenging skill vs. those who don't. Take on a positive and open approach when you're trying something new, and most importantly, have fun doing it!   Episode Summary: Dr. Kathryn Guylay is passionate about making life fun and rallying the community around it. In this week's episode, Dr. Kathryn talks about how you can make health, food, and wellness fun instead of another "chore" on your to-do list. She also shares the types of non-profit work she does and why fun and play are the keys to having more success in life.   Guest Bio: Dr. Kathryn Guylay is a heart-centered leader in business and personal development who has worked with some of the largest companies in the world in the areas of strategy and performance. She has shared her experience in boardrooms from GE and AT&T to the smallest of startups, serving as the CEO of the Ketchum Innovation Center (a business incubator in Ketchum, Idaho).   Dr. Kathryn is actively involved in her community as the Founding (and still acting) Executive Director of the nonprofit organization Nurture and serves on several other boards including Fast & Female (Olympic athletes supporting girls in sports), and the Academy of Sleep and Wellness.   Resources for a Younger Lifestyle: Dr. Robyn Benson's Free Youthful Aging eGuide FREE GIFT: Robynbenson.com/gift Connect with Dr. Kathryn: Makeeverythingfun.com The Genie in Your Genes: Epigenetic Medicine and the New Biology of Intention, by Dawson Church Apeiron.store/products/apeiron-genetic-test-kit   Quotes:   "Life is hard enough. Let's bring some in as fuel that allows us to get through those challenging moments in life."   "I'm never someone who says you can't have something. I think that shuts down a kid. When they have a choice, they feel empowered. For the rest of their life, they can continue to make choices based on education and information."   "It's not about saying yes/no/must do. It's all about education, inspiration, and choice."