Lead Well! with Christine Schickinger

In this practical and energizing conversation, movement educator and physical therapist Eileen Kopsaftis explains why pain does not have to be a natural part of aging. She shares the most common myths about decline, how the brain loses contact with parts of the body, and why most people unknowingly train in ways that reinforce stiffness instead of reducing it.

Eileen demonstrates a simple seated three-plane routine to improve thoracic rotation, release the neck, and support lower back health. We discuss why manual therapy can be supportive but never restores function on its own, how much daily movement is needed, and...

Betrayal trauma expert Mr. Jay explains what betrayal trauma really is, why it rewires the nervous system, and how to rebuild safety, trust, and self-worth from the inside out. A powerful, practical conversation on healing, boundaries, and self-leadership.

What if vitality is not about pushing harder, but about listening more deeply?
In this conversation with Dr. Deborah Zucker, naturopathic physician, mental-health counselor, and author of The Vitality Map, we explore the nine keys to deep vitality. Deborah shares her own health crisis, the wake-up call that changed her life, and the foundational skills most of us were simply never taught: attunement, listening to inner feedback, embracing our shadows, and cultivating “easeful discipline.”

We talk about burnout, overwhelm, early warning signs, micro-resilience practices, and the courage to honour your Deep Yes. This episode is especially relevant for leaders navigating...

What does it take to move from surviving to truly thriving after trauma?
In this powerful episode, Dr. Dawnmarie Risley-Childs, a psychiatrist, author of The Offering, and self-proclaimed “Hope Dealer”, shares her personal journey through childhood abuse, complex PTSD, and the radical act of forgiving without forgetting.

Together, we explore how trauma shapes the nervous system, how healing can begin through the body, and why reclaiming your personal power as a woman means no longer settling for crumbs.