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Beth Bollinger's avatar

Category: metabolic health / food

Link to my note: https://substack.com/@bethbollinger/note/c-97020466?r=2plwal&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action

Hello! My publication, Nest Wellness provides a free Wednesday Wellness topic, interview or deep dive into metabolic health, eating real food, and blood sugar balance. My Sunday newsletter is a new recipe for paid subscribers that is metabolically balanced and tested to be blood sugar friendly.

I am here on Substack because I like the slower pace. I was getting burned out on social media’s changing trends and algorithms and love the community here.

I came to health and wellness through health challenges of my own (mitral valve prolapse syndrome) I don’t eat refined sugar or refined grain (23 years now) and enjoy the process of recipe development and teaching people to transition to a real food lifestyle🧡

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Sara Redondo, MD's avatar

Your newsletter is an incredible resource Beth. I’m sure it has already helped many people and will continue to do so. The focus on metabolic health, real food, and blood sugar balance is so important, especially in a world full of quick fixes and misinformation. I also love your perspective on Substack—it truly allows for deeper, more meaningful connections. Looking forward to reading more of your work!

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Beth Bollinger's avatar

thank you, Dr. Sara! I know we share the same mission and I am so glad we connected here🧡

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Sara Redondo, MD's avatar

🤗😊❤️

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Karina Baloleanu, CFNC's avatar

You've been one of my biggest inspirations in my own health and professional journeys, Beth! And your recipes are staples in our household. So grateful for all that you do. 💛

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Jimi Francis's avatar

I will be interested to see and try your recipes.

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Sophie Francis's avatar

Hi Beth! I love your newsletter! It's been such an inspiration to me as a newbie on Substack hoping to share my passion for mental and metabolic health. I so so appreciate that your recipes are tested to be blood-sugar friendly. I don't (yet!) have a CGM, so for now I like using recipes from people who are aware of reducing insulin spikes. Keep up your great work 💗

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Beth Bollinger's avatar

Hi Sophie! So nice to “meet” you. Metabolic health and mental health absolutely go hand in hand and it makes me happy that you are here sharing that truth. Creating recipes that keep blood sugar and insulin in check is my passion and I’m glad you see the value in what I create🧡let’s talk about collab possibilities tying metabolic health and mental health together. I think many people don’t under the connection still. 🧡Beth

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Sophie Francis's avatar

I agree- they are connected in ways mainstream medicine is just now beginning to understand. Especially when it comes to nutrition and diet changes for mental health! I would love to keep in touch for a future collab 💗

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Beth Bollinger's avatar

I would love a future collab!🧡

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Danni Macfarland's avatar

Always love reading your newsletters Beth. I too like to slower pace on Substack. And there is no video dances required 😉

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Beth Bollinger's avatar

Thank you, Danni! Love that there is no dancing required!!🧡💃🏼

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

What a wonderful space of information that you are offering, Beth. Looking forward to reading you. I am in the space of wellness via raising our awareness, consciousness, and inner peace. Between the two of us we are caring for the mind, body, and soul. 🥰✨🙏

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Beth Bollinger's avatar

I love that, Tamy! I look forward to reading you as well🧡

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

Likewise, Beth.🙂✨🌸

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Astrid Sadaya's avatar

Category: travel / health & wellness

I write poetry and unconventional insights for self-development through my travels and I'm working on publishing books soon.

Straightforward with a bit of humor and sarcasm but coming from personal experiences with sincere intentions to continuously grow as a person and help others do the same 🙂

Link: https://substack.com/profile/187000473-astrid-sadaya/note/c-98988692?r=33c2hl

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Sara Redondo, MD's avatar

Your newsletter feels like it's going to bring a lot of much needed light Astrid. I look forward to reading all you have to share. Publishing books here too! 🙌

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Jimi Francis's avatar

I will be interested to read your humor with sarcasm!

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Karina Baloleanu, CFNC's avatar

Nice to meet you, Astrid! What a beautiful mix of passions! I love it! I’m also passionate about self-development and self-growth and love to travel.

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Astrid Sadaya's avatar

Nice to meet you too and I'm excited to learn more healthy recipes from you ☺️

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

Looking forward to reading you, Astrid! What is life without humor? We have some synchronicities as I'm in the space of growth, consciousness, and dare I say - humor LOL

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Astrid Sadaya's avatar

Well I hope we have the same sanse of humor 😂 Otherwise it's still nice to learn from each other 🙂

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

haha humor is like fingerprints, there are no two alike!

I’ve definitely dropped my sarcasm over the years as I learned that it humored me, but could contribute to hurt someone else. So my humor definitely changed over the years. 🙂✨

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Astrid Sadaya's avatar

Omg we're the same hahhaa

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Jimi Francis's avatar

I am in transition—I am leaving academia, having become cynical and jaded over the years with the administration and research agenda, which is about where you can get funded, not the value of your research question. This transition will not be easy, but it is necessary for my well-being. I want to share my extensive knowledge, both academically and in the school of hard knocks, in functional nutrition and women's health issues. My newsletter, Nourish & Nurture – Functional Nutrition Insights, aims to provide health and nutrition information on nutrition topics of interest based on evidence-based practice and years of academic and clinical experience.

Link: https://jimifrancis.substack.com

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Sara Redondo, MD's avatar

It’s a joy to have professionals like you here on Substack Jimi! Your knowledge and experience will be incredibly valuable, and I’m sure so many people will benefit from it. Transitioning is always a challenge, but like everything in life, it’s also an opportunity for growth. We’re all here to support each other on this journey, and I have no doubt that your insights will make a real difference!

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Beth Bollinger's avatar

Wishing you the best with your transition, Jimi! I look forward to reading your posts and learning from you🧡

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Jimi Francis's avatar

You are a wonderful resource! Thank you for sharing your great recipes.

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Beth Bollinger's avatar

thank you! you are most welcome🧡if there is ever a topic or a recipe you are missing, let me know!

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Jimi Francis's avatar

Thank you.

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Jimi Francis's avatar

It is lovely to meet a kindred spirit!

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Sara Redondo, MD's avatar

🤗❤️

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Karina Baloleanu, CFNC's avatar

Happy to have you here, Jimi! Looking forward to learning from you, as we share a common passion - the one for functional nutrition and women's health. 💛

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Danni Macfarland's avatar

Hi Jimi, I look forward to reading your newsletters and always enjoy learning from other like minded people with it comes to health and nutrition.

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

Welcome to your new life, Jimi! It's not easy to make big life transitions. Yesterday I published my story and how I evolved from plastic surgeon to SOUL Surgeon. You might find it supportive :) https://open.substack.com/pub/tamyfaierman/p/from-botox-to-breakthrough-a-surgeons?r=eg9g9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false

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Jimi Francis's avatar

Thank you for sharing. I will read it!

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

Thanks, Jimi

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

Category : Spirituality & Consciousness, living an awakened life

Love this connecting thread, Sara. Thank you!

I’m a plastic surgeon turned SOUL Surgeon - writing about the journey of self-discovery, expanding consciousness, mindfulness, and present moment awareness that brought me to live an authentic life of joyful presence.

I’m also an artist, poet, and Mom of 5 - so there’s no shortage of material LOL. Stop by to say hi if you’re interested ! LINK : https://substack.com/@tamyfaierman

Here’s my path in bullet points in case you want to know more than you ever need to know about me:

https://open.substack.com/pub/tamyfaierman/p/me-myself-and-i-but-not-a-narcissist?r=eg9g9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false

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Sara Redondo, MD's avatar

Welcome to the community Tamy, thrilled to have you on board! ❤️ Beautifully said. Your transformation from plastic surgeon to SOUL Surgeon is incredibly inspiring — a powerful testament to the healing that begins within. Your journey through mindfulness, art, motherhood, and conscious living radiates authenticity and depth. Thank you for sharing your light and presence. Looking forward to reading more of your soulful reflections!

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

Thank you for the warm and loving welcome. And thank you for seeing me, Sara.

Happy to be amongst so many wonderfully inspiring creatives. Thank you for the community you are fostering here. 🙏🥰

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Sophie Francis's avatar

Hi Tamy! Super excited to check out your work. I recently went on a week-long trip to remote mountian village and it forced me to reflect a lot on my spirituality and awareness of self. Needless to say, these topics have been on my mind a lot recently. Would love to connect 🙂

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

How wonderful for you to spend time in a remote mountain village. What a gift. Curious : what insight did you gain from your reflection on your spirituality and self awareness?

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Sophie Francis's avatar

Thank you for asking :) The village was rooted in the Lutheran tradition, as it was gifted to the Lutheran church back in the 1950s by the mining company. I am Catholic, so I had the opportunity to immerse myself in a different (though sort of similar) religious practice. It was cool to compare what I love about the Catholic church to something new and different!

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

How wonderful for you to dive into all forms, definitions, and experiences of LOVE. You are blessed, Sophie ✨💗🙏

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Danni Macfarland's avatar

Tamy, your Substack sounds so interesting. It is so important to be mindful and present something we forget to do so often these days. No thanks to the technology we hold in our hands.

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

Thanks for connecting and reflecting, Danni. I’ve had a major shift in my life 16 years ago and entered the spiritual journey. It turned my life completely, from future and past focused to present-focused.

Mindfulness is a tool to help us live in present moment awareness. Quite a game-changer.

You’re right in that this culture and the technology is not supportive of living in presence and so it takes an extra effort, conviction, and intention to do so. But , boy oh boy, are the benefits worth it! 🙂✨🙏

Here's a poem I published recently about TIME, thought it might provoke some thought in you and you might enjoy it. Would love your feedback in how it made you feel, if you read it.

https://open.substack.com/pub/tamyfaierman/p/poem-what-is-time?r=eg9g9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false

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Danni Macfarland's avatar

Category: Holistic Nutrition/Health and Wellness

My journey into holistic health started with cancer, 20 years ago when I watched my Dad fight his battle. I knew at that time there was so much more to learn about our health.

The world of holistic health is ever evolving with so much information being thrown at us on the daily. I started my Substack to share with others what I learn and to help see through the weeds on information, strip away the complexities and assist you in returning to the basics and fundamentals on healthy living.

https://backtobasicsnutrition.substack.com/

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Sara Redondo, MD's avatar

I really resonate with your story Danni, as I went through something similar with my mother and her battle with cancer. It’s amazing how these experiences lead us to explore health and wellness more deeply. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

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Sara's avatar

Category: Personal Growth

https://substack.com/profile/152432262-sara/note/c-98068700?r=2ir5hi&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action

I write about topics that empower and inspire growth—mental health, navigating career changes, personal development, and the real, unfiltered moments of life. My Substack is a mix of storytelling, practical advice, and authentic conversations to help others thrive.

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Sara Redondo, MD's avatar

Welcome Sara! Lovely to "meet" you! That sounds like an incredible space for reflection and growth! Your mix of storytelling and practical advice creates a powerful combination, and I’m sure many people find inspiration in your words. Looking forward to reading more of your insights!

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Sara's avatar

Thank you, Sara! I appreciate your kind words. Reflection and growth are at the heart of what I aim to share, and I’m so glad it resonates. Looking forward to connecting more and learning from your insights as well!

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Sara Redondo, MD's avatar

😊🤗🙌

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Karina Baloleanu, CFNC's avatar

That sounds wonderful, Sara! All these are much-needed conversation topics! :) Looking forward to reading your work.

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Sara's avatar

Thank you, Karina! I really appreciate your support. These conversations are so important, and I’m excited to contribute to them. Looking forward to sharing more and engaging with your insights as well!

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

100% needed

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Sophie Francis's avatar

Hi Sara! I'm excited to check out your work! I'm a Clinical Mental Health Counseling student, and I write about mental health in the lens of metabolic science. Would love to connect :)

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Sara's avatar

Hi Sophie! That sounds really interesting—mental health and metabolic science are such a unique combination. I’d love to check out your work and learn more about your perspective. Looking forward to connecting!

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

Love your topics, Sara. We have some overlap a I write about the space of self-discovery and consciousness. Looking forward to reading you.

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Sara's avatar

Thank you, Tamy! That means a lot. Self-discovery and consciousness are such powerful topics, and I’d love to explore more of your work as well. Looking forward to learning from each other and engaging in these meaningful conversations!

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

Likewise! Thanks for connecting, Sara. 🙂✨🌸

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John Way's avatar

Category: Business

Link to my note: https://substack.com/profile/17234703-john-way/note/c-98954883

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Hi Everyone! As an introduction:

In my newsletter, I provide bite-sized networking and referral building tactics for owners of B2B professional services (ex: CPAs, fractionals, executive coaches, etc.) grow their business. Because, did you know that 84% of B2B contracts are awarded to the FIRST vendor the buyer talks to? So, how do you become the buyer’s top-pick without a conversation? Through referrals.

I teach you lessons that took me years of trial-and-error to figure out: how to get quality referrals that land you customers, not just pleasant chats over coffee. It starts with: 1) Objectively measuring your networking strategy to see what’s actually working and what’s not, 2) Learning how to talk through your referral partners, not at them, and 3) Going to the right networking events/groups to meet your ideal referral partners.

👉 If this is a priority for you in 2025, I recommend starting with this post of mine: https://b2bsalesmagic.substack.com/p/be-memorable-with-only-your-business

PS, if your main goal for networking is filling your short-term sales pipeline, my newsletter cannot help you with that. There are other authors that would be better for you.

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Sara Redondo, MD's avatar

This is such an interesting and valuable topic John! I’m sure we’re all going to learn so much from your insights. Referrals are such a game-changer in B2B, yet so many people struggle with making them truly effective. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge with us—so glad you’re here!

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Beth Bollinger's avatar

I love the idea of adding FAQs to the back of a business card!

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Karina Baloleanu, CFNC's avatar

Category: functional nutrition / health & wellness

As a Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor, I’m on a mission to guide and empower women to regain their energy and mood, helping them thrive—not just survive—by addressing hormonal and blood sugar balance through a root-cause approach.

In my publication, Back to Wholesome, I dive into everything related to hormones, metabolism, blood sugar balance, and gut health. My goal is to provide the clarity, support, and balance I once searched for, guiding you toward a deeper understanding of your body and helping you reclaim the vibrant energy and well-being you deserve.

My journey began with a series of wake-up calls that only grew louder over time—gestational diabetes, hypothyroidism, and burnout. Leaving the doctor’s office with no clear answers or roadmap, I decided to take responsibility for my health. I immersed myself in functional nutrition, learned to listen to my body, and made the connections that led to lasting change. Through this newsletter, I’m here to share those lessons, the strategies I have learned, and how you can take actionable steps toward optimal health.

I’m also deeply passionate about children’s nutrition, eating real food as a family, and nurturing a healthy, balanced lifestyle together. Beyond nutrition, I believe in the power of personal growth and development, which I integrate into my own life and in the support I provide to others.

I love the sense of community here on Substack, how kind and supportive people are, and I hope to create a space where we can grow and learn together. 💛

https://substack.com/@karinabaloleanu/note/c-99363839

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Sara Redondo, MD's avatar

This is such an inspiring mission Karina! I love your holistic approach to health and how you focus on getting to the root cause rather than just addressing symptoms. Your journey is truly empowering, and I appreciate the clarity and guidance you’re offering—so many people need this!

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Karina Baloleanu, CFNC's avatar

Thank you, Sara! Your words mean so much to me 💛

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Sophie Francis's avatar

Excited to read your work on children's nutrition and family! I find that super interesting as well, as my family has always been a huge inspiration for everything I've learned about nutrition and health 🙂

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Karina Baloleanu, CFNC's avatar

Thank you, Sophie! I love your perspective, and it's really encouraging, too, from the parent side. :D

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

How wonderful that you're bringing your personal experience and challenges to support others on their journey. I also love that you offer actionable steps towards optimal health. We all need support in this arena.

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Karina Baloleanu, CFNC's avatar

Thank you so much, Tamy! 💛

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Tamy Faierman M.D.'s avatar

🥰✨

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Charisse Tyson's avatar

Category: Faith/Spirituality

I write about my faith intertwined with full-time RV living and using my retirement years to do something good for the kingdom. As Rovong Volunteers in Christ's Service members, my husband and I have added a ton of value to our lives. My latest Note shares my goals for my newsletter RV Living with Jesus at the Wheel.

https://substack.com/@charissetyson/note/p-158657208

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Sara Redondo, MD's avatar

Welcome Charise! That sounds like such a meaningful and fulfilling journey! Faith, service, and RV living make for a unique and inspiring combination. I’m sure your experiences will resonate with many, and it’s wonderful to see how you’re using your retirement years to make a difference. Looking forward to reading more about your journey!

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Obi's avatar

I teach research -backed strategies that help transform writing : https://substack.com/@drbinna/note/c-98883522?r=4zrp3g&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action

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Sara Redondo, MD's avatar

Your newsletter is going to help so many writers on Substack Obi! Having research-backed strategies can make a huge difference in how we communicate and connect with our audience. Looking forward to learning more from your insights!

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Obi's avatar

Thank you Sara!

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Jimi Francis's avatar

I need help with my writing. I have never been good at it.

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Obi's avatar

Did you read the article?

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Jimi Francis's avatar

Yes.

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Sophie Francis's avatar

Mental & Metabolic Health

Hi! I'm Sophie, a Mental Health Counseling student and Division 1 athlete passionate about holistic health—the kind of health that values the whole person.

If you're curious about wellness, mental heath, slow living, nature, nutrition, or want to learn more about becoming your best self, subscribe, comment, and share! I'd love to hear from you 💗

https://substack.com/@msophiefrancis/note/c-96191033

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Sara Redondo, MD's avatar

Hi Sophie, welcome to the challenge! ❤️ Love your integrative approach—bridging mental health, athletic performance, and whole-person wellness is so needed. Your voice is a refreshing blend of strength and softness, and your focus on slow living and nature brings such grounding energy. Excited to follow your journey!

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