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Botanical Rebellion
by Misti Blu Day
Botanical Rebellion is where science meets stoicism and radical self-care becomes a daily act of defiance. Hosted by Misti Blu Day, holder of two bachelor's degrees in science and a 2x open heart surgery survivor, this podcast blends biochemistry, botanical remedies, and real talk to help you reclaim your wellness. From gene mutations to sober curiosity, it's all about truth over trends and accountability. Let’s steep in reality like a strong cup of tea—no sugar-coating, just real conversations without the BS.
Episodes
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22: Birthday Yap Sesh: Doing Hard Things, Goals, & Going With The Flow
Join me on the road as I drive to Indiana for my first travel nursing assignment. I talk about what it takes to set goals while balancing the art of letting go of control and going with the flow.
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21: Work-Life Balance with Mortgage Baddie Sarah Hidy & Travel Nurse Recruiter Tristen Gaskins
This episode comes to you live from Misti’s bathtub, because sometimes the best conversations happen in the most unexpected places. I also include a short interview after having lunch with Mortgage Baddie Sarah Hidy. After dropping an announcement I include a recording sent from my travel nurse...
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20: Passport Cherry - Dublin, Naples, London - Travel Episode
I finally used my passport! In this episode I talk about traveling on a budget and going to three countries in one week. Blog Post
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19: Metal, Therapy, and Comedy with Gene Meyer
In this episode of Botanical Rebellion, I’m joined by Gene Meyer, (comedian, metal vocalist, and therapist) for a raw and hilarious conversation. We dive into mental health, sobriety, and the intersections of creativity and sobriety. We also explore why honesty--sometimes dark, sometimes…
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18: Mini Travel Episode
In this episode, I share how I’ve been traveling solo since 16, why I chase season changes, mountains, and local culture, and how I keep trips affordable, safe, and low-stress. From NYC day trips to Google Flights hacks, traveling light, and health-first prep—this is a realistic take on solo…
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17: Throwing Yourself Back Out to the Wolves After Healing
After a long season of cocooning, how do you know when it’s time to rejoin the world — to test your growth, trust your healing, and reclaim your spark? In this episode, Misti Blu Day explores what it means to move beyond survival mode, rebuild self-trust, and find strength in healthy challenge...
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16: Birthday Reflections: Taming the Chaos and Finding Peace
Another year around the sun brings perspective on what actually matters. In this episode, I reflect on the lessons that only come with time—how to stop fighting against life's natural chaos and how to actually go with the flow. Episode Notes
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15: Finding Peace Within When Your Inner Voice Won’t Shut the F Up
In this episode of Botanical Rebellion, I’m unpacking the relentless voice in your head — and how trauma, stress, or toxic situations can amplify that noise. I share practical tools from Stoicism, neuroscience, and emotional regulation to help you reclaim peace, even when the noise isn’t just...
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14: Boundaries & Breadcrumbs—Rewriting Relationship Energy
I’ve had my moments of expecting mind-reading, meeting me in my mess, or loving me before I even understood what I needed. But here’s the real lesson: Love isn’t earned—it’s chosen. Know your worth and choose someone who shows up and adds peace, not chaos. Healing doesn’t require perfection.…
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13: When the System Gaslights the Sick: ADA Rights & Invisible Grief
You don’t need to justify your symptoms to deserve support. In this episode, Misti breaks down how to access school and workplace accommodations through the ADA, while also exploring the stages of grief unique to chronic illness—and the medical trauma that rarely gets named. Episode Notes:...
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12: Botanical Rebellion—The Book That Kicks Patriarchy in the Plants
In this solo episode, Misti Blu Day dives into the roots of her new book Botanical Rebellion: Apothecary Guide to Nature’s Alchemy. From surviving open-heart surgeries to reclaiming wellness through nature, she shares her passion for radical self-care, advocacy, and what it means to be...
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11: Connective Tissue Chaos: EDS, Collagen, and WTF is Going On in Our DNA?
In this episode of Botanical Rebellion, Misti gets personal and pulls back the curtain on the gritty, tangled roots of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). What even is connective tissue—and why does it matter that it makes up nearly a third of your body? (Spoiler: it matters a hell of a lot.) Misti...
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10: Skincare, Smiles, and the Fountain of Youth Without the BS
Join host Misti Blu for an unfiltered conversation with her friend Joy, a certified dental and orthodontic technician, teeth whitening expert, and licensed esthetician who's keeping the Space Coast looking good. We dive straight into the real stuff—Misti's irrational dental office terror, the...
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9: Navigating the Landscape of Grief
In this episode of Botanical Rebellion podcast, Misti Blu ventures into perhaps the most universal yet uniquely personal human experience: grief. The conversation brought together diverse perspectives that illuminated different facets of loss and healing. Our discussion featured three guests…
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8: Shooting Your Shot: A Scientific Guide to Impostor Syndrome, Rejection, and Getting Over Yourself
Feeling like a fraud despite your achievements? Can't handle rejection without spiraling? In this episode of 'Shooting Your Shot,' Misti cuts through the bullshit about impostor syndrome with actual science, not feel-good fluff. Learn why your brain's being an asshole, how stoicism can help you...
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7: Failure as Recalibration
In this episode, I'm cutting through the BS about failure and showing you how it actually works as a recalibration tool. I dive into what Stoic philosophers understood about failure. I connect these insights with Erikson's developmental psychology, breaking down how failure functions differently…
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6: Anxiety - When Your Brain Becomes Your Frenemy
Anxiety: Your Brain's Unnecessary Side Quest This week I'm diving into the chaotic garden of your nervous system—where anxiety grows like weeds despite your best efforts. I'll break down why your brain keeps sounding false alarms and how to speak its primitive language. Science meets stoicism in...
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5: The Stoic Discipline Engine: No-BS Philosophy for Getting Sh*t Done
In this episode of Botanical Rebellion, Misti cuts through the mystical nonsense surrounding Stoicism to reveal how this philosophy created a psychological framework for discipline that neuroscience is just now validating. Learn how the three Stoic disciplines can transform your approach to...
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4: Sober-Curious: The Ultimate Rebellion Against Liquid Mediocrity
This week, I'm unveiling my 8 years without alcohol and why it might be the most rebellious decision I've ever made. Spoiler alert: society glamorizes drinking, and questioning that norm somehow makes you the weird one. I'll break down what happens when you finally give your body a break from...
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3: Social Alchemy - The Science of Not F*cking Up Your Friendships
Warning: This isn't your typical feel-good friendship manifesto. This is a surgical dissection of human social systems, stripped of emotional fluff and pseudoscience. We're breaking down the fundamental mechanics of building genuine connections that don't make you want to ghost humanity entirely....
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2: Decoding MTHFR - The Gene Mutation That Might Be Affecting Your Health
In this solo episode, Misti Blu Day breaks down the often misunderstood MTHFR gene mutation in a refreshingly approachable way. Join Misti as she explains the science behind this common genetic variant that affects up to 40% of the population, translating complex biochemistry into terms anyone…
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1: Science of Self-Care - Reclaim Authority Over Your Wellbeing
In this episode of Botanical Rebellion, Misti Blu Day spills the tea on the wild truth about what your body's been trying to tell you all along. We're ditching the "just sleep it off" dismissals and exploring the cosmic intelligence system running through your veins—where headaches aren't just...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Botanical Rebellion is where science meets stoicism and radical self-care becomes a daily act of defiance. Hosted by Misti Blu Day, holder of two bachelor's degrees in science and a 2x open heart surgery survivor, this podcast blends biochemistry, botanical remedies, and real talk to help you reclaim your wellness. From gene mutations to sober curiosity, it's all about truth over trends and accountability. Let’s steep in reality like a strong cup of tea—no sugar-coating, just real conversations without the BS.
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Botanical Rebellion is where science meets stoicism and radical self-care becomes a daily act of defiance. Hosted by Misti Blu Day, holder of two bachelor's degrees in science and a 2x open heart surgery survivor, this podcast blends biochemistry, botanical remedies, and real talk to help you...
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