Ever find yourself stuck in the same cycles? The same fatigue, the same stress, the same “I know I should…” thoughts without actually doing the thing?
You’re not alone, and there’s a reason it feels so hard to change.
In Episode 68 of the Everyday Epigenetics podcast, Susan Robbins and Kate King unpack the deep-rooted biology, psychology, and patterns that keep us stuck, and what it really takes to move forward in a meaningful, sustainable way.
The Power of Epigenetics: Your Lifestyle Is Talking to Your DNA
Your genes aren’t your destiny. The choices you make every day, what you eat, how you sleep, how you manage stress, who you surround yourself with, send messages to your DNA, turning certain expressions on or off. This is epigenetics in action.
In this episode, Susan and Kate explore how even one small change (like adjusting your bedtime by 15 minutes or swapping your toothpaste) can create a ripple effect in your health, mood, energy, and genetic expression.
Why We Resist Change (Even When We Know We Need It)
From a psychological perspective, Kate talks about why we often choose the “familiar discomfort” over the “unfamiliar possibility.” Whether it’s fear, trauma, or a nervous system stuck in survival mode, resistance is usually less about laziness, and more about old protective patterns.
Susan shares how different health types respond to change, and why some people need to go slow, chip away at resistance, and celebrate tiny wins along the way.
It’s Not About Doing Everything, It’s About Starting Somewhere
You don’t have to change everything overnight. This episode encourages you to ask:
What is one small change I can make today that would make a big difference in my life?
Whether it’s prioritizing sleep, cutting one inflammatory food, or letting go of toxic relationships, your next step doesn’t need to be dramatic, it just needs to be intentional.
LIsten into Episode 68 for practical, compassionate insights on how to stop surviving and start thriving, by aligning your lifestyle with the version of you that’s ready to feel better, live brighter, and rewrite your future one choice at a time.
Resources:
RESOURCES:
Check out Susan’s NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signup
The Way of Integrity – Martha Beck: https://www.amazon.com/Way-Integrity-Finding-Path-Your/dp/1984881485
Visit the website: healthyawakening.co/podcast
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Connect with Susan:
- Check out Susan’s NEW E-book! Download it FREE here: https://healthyawakening.co/ebook-signup
- Contact me for your DNA testing or epigenetic coaching! To schedule a FREE consultation, send an email to susan@healthyawakening.co
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanrobbinshealthyawakening
Instagram: @susanrobbins_epigeneticcoach - Susan’s LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/susanrobbins
Connect with Kate King:
- Kate’s Website: https://TheRadiantLifeProject.com
- Kate’s Linktree: https://linktr.ee/theradiantlifeproject
Kate’s Books:
Stay tuned for Kate’s newest book “Mend or Move On” that will be available early 2026!
The Radiant Life Project (https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781538181874/The-Radiant-Life-Project-Awaken-Your-Purpose-Heal-Your-Past-and-Transform-Your-Future)
Use code RLFANDF30 at checkout for 30% OFF “The Radiant Life Project”!
The Authentic Mother – Kate King https://www.amazon.com/Authentic-Mother-Creative-Engagement-Support/dp/098983414X/
Mend or Move On – Kate King
Learn More about Kate King:
Kate brings nearly two decades of experience as a licensed psychotherapist and board certified art therapist, combined with her work as a Radiant Life coach to the table. She is also the multi-award-winning author of three powerful self-help psychology books. Kate’s work integrates epigenetics through a relational, behavioral, and intergenerational family trauma lens. She also incorporates brain and nervous system science with psychology, spirituality, and creativity for a dynamic approach to deep inner work and personal healing.
Learn More about Susan Robbins:
Susan is a retired law enforcement officer and an accomplished Certified Epigenetic Human Performance Coach with a diverse and extensive background in wellness. She began her wellness career in 2015 as a holistic health and stress management coach. Her passion for helping others led her to expand her expertise into epigenetics in 2019, where she discovered the missing piece of the health optimization puzzle: Personalized health.
As a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Certified Level 2 Apeiron Zoh Epigenetic Human Performance Coach (DNA), and Certified PH360 Coach through Precision Health Alliance, Susan has developed a unique approach to health and wellness through completely personalized health. She is the proud recipient of the 2023 Precision Health Alliance Coach of the Year award. Susan works with clients to elevate their health and overall quality of life by understanding their unique needs based on their genetic makeup, taking out the guesswork, and getting results.
Their Synergy
Susan and Kate come from two very different, but perfectly complementary, worlds in the health and wellness space. Together, their synergy is magnetic. Think: science meets soul, strategy meets intuition, real talk meets radical transformation.
