S1|E6: Let's Start by Healing at Home (a Conversation with Hubby, Emir)

What happens when one person in a marriage wakes up to their health… and the other one isn’t there yet? In this Valentine's Day episode, Dr. Alma is joined by her husband, Emir, for an honest and funny conversation about what it really looked like to evolve together.They share how their immigrant upbringing shaped their views on food, how a diabetes diagnosis shifted everything, and how a functional medicine pivot not only changed their meals but their entire household.From protein-style burgers before they were trendy to navigating pride, culture, and mindset shifts, this episode explores:• Growth that isn’t simultaneous• Why you can’t force someone to change• How Latino culture shapes health and masculinity• What partnership requires when one person evolves firstThey didn’t handle it perfectly. But they stayed open. And chose to move forward together.If you’re growing and your partner isn’t ready, or you feel like you’re playing catch-up - this one is for you. Because healing isn’t just personal, it affects the people you love too.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Love Story06:17 Childhood Food and Lifestyle09:56 College Experiences and Health Awareness10:29 Health Pivots and Lifestyle Changes13:19 Navigating Food Choices Together17:49 Navigating Social Pressures and Lifestyle Changes19:41 The Impact of Keto on Health20:36 Shifting Perspectives on Health and Relationships22:16 Understanding Lifestyle Changes23:14 The Reluctance to Change24:39 Trial and Error in Health Changes26:51 The Importance of Compromise in Relationships28:08 The Challenge of Changing Mindsets29:43 Cultural Perspectives on Health31:03 The Influence of Latino Culture on Health Views32:29 Shifting Mindsets Around Health and Masculinity34:45 Understanding Communication Gaps in Relationships35:53 Navigating Change Together in Relationships38:33 Healing Together: The Importance of Community40:06 Gratitude and Growth in Relationships💙 Work with meIf you’re ready for clarity and a more personalized, whole-person approach to your health, you can learn more about working together here:Website: www.soulbodyholistix.comBook Consult Call: https://soulbodyholisticx.com/book-nowNewsletter: https://soulbodyholistix.com/signupInstagram | FacebookThanks for listening and being part of this space.🌳 Sanando juntos siempre. Cuídate mucho.⚖️ DisclaimerThis podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical care. I am a pharmacist and functional health coach, but not your personal healthcare provider. Please consult your physician or qualified healthcare professional before making changes to medications, supplements, or your health routine.