Be a Blaze with Polly Hamp

Episode 23 – There’s No Such Thing As Disease (with Dr. Ben Edwards)

Friends… this conversation will blow your mind! Today I sit down with Dr. Ben Edwards from Veritas Medical, and we dig into a radical but powerful idea — there’s no such thing as “disease.” Instead, what we call disease is really the consequence of what’s happening inside our bodies — inflammation, stress, toxins, and a lifestyle that doesn’t match how we were designed to live.
 
Dr. Ben shares his journey from being a conventional MD (even making front-page news for turning around a county clinic!) to discovering a better way to help people truly heal. We talk about epigenetics — how your thoughts, nutrition, and environment can literally turn genes on or off — and why you’re not doomed by your genetics. This episode is packed with hope: diabetes, autoimmune issues, even heart disease can be reversed when we get to the root cause instead of just masking symptoms.
 
We also unpack the Veritas 4 Pillars of Health — Nutrition, Hydration, Movement, and Peace — and how aligning with these pillars gives your body the chance to heal the way God designed it to. And yes, we get real about personal responsibility and the courage it takes to take back your health, even when the system pushes against it.
 
About Dr. Ben Edwards:
Baylor undergrad, UT-Houston Medical School, Chief Resident at McLennan County Family Practice in Waco, and the only physician in rural Post, TX for 7 years before founding Veritas Medical 13 years ago to focus on true healing.
 
✨Dive deeper with Dr. Ben’s You’re The Cure course at VeritasWellnessMember.com, follow him on Instagram @drbenedwards, and grab your FREE TDAH! workbook at TDAHYou.com.
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Episode 22 - 11 Things To Do Today To Reset Your Body & Mind Before January 1st

How to Break Your Excuses, Rewire Your Thoughts & Start 2026 Already Winning:
 
In this powerful episode of Be A Blaze, Polly Hamp — founder of TDAH! Think Differently About Health — walks you through the exact steps to reset your thinking, reshape your habits, and launch into the New Year already ahead of everyone else. If you’re tired of waiting for Monday, waiting for motivation, or waiting until January… this episode will shake you awake. You’ll learn the 11 things to start TODAY to transform your mind, body, nervous system, and daily patterns. No diets. No punishment. Just real living, real ownership, and a mind-shift that changes everything.
 
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Episode 21 - The Power of Talking to Your Body

Okay friend… today we are going deep into something that sounds a little “woo-woo” at first glance but is actually backed by neuroscience, Harvard-funded research, quantum physics, and—honestly—centuries of ancient wisdom.
 
We’re talking about the power of talking to your body… and why this simple, intentional practice can literally shift your healing, your nervous system, and the story your cells are living out every day.
 
Inside this episode, I break down how brain–body communication is finally being recognized in Western medicine (hello, Harvard’s new Brain Body Center 👀), even though so many cultures have honored this connection for thousands of years. We also explore why the U.S. healthcare system—despite being the most expensive in the world—still produces some of the worst health outcomes. (If you want more on that, I link the Forbes article below!)
 
I introduce the Observer Effect, a concept from quantum physics that shows how simply observing something changes it. If observing a particle can shift its behavior… imagine what happens when you intentionally observe your pain, your habits, your patterns, or your healing.
 
Throughout the episode I share my own story of living with RA since 2009, how I unknowingly spoke healing over my joints for years, and the powerful moment during a Marisa Peer meditation when I “said hi” to my nervous system—and felt my entire body light up.
 
You’ll learn how talking to your body helps you:✨ retrain your nervous system✨ interrupt survival-mode thinking✨ reprogram limiting beliefs✨ create a new internal reality✨ and literally reorganize your health from the inside out
 
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Resources Mentioned:
Dr. Ben Edwards Interview — Episode #12
Forbes Article: U.S. Healthcare System Ranks Last Among 10 Nationshttps://www.forbes.com/sites/joshuacohen/2024/10/03/us-healthcare-system-ranks-last-among-10-nations-according-to-new-study/
Marisa Peer Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MarisaPeer/videos
 
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Episode 20 - The Truth About Forgiveness

Whew… we’re diving into a big one today. Forgiveness. Yep, I said it. And listen—don’t run, don’t unfollow, don’t hit pause. I promise you, what I’m about to share may be completely different from anything you’ve ever been taught.
Because here’s the truth: forgiveness isn’t optional on your healing journey… it’s necessary.But not for the guilt-heavy, “just get over it,” “be the bigger person” reasons we were raised on. 🙅‍♀️
In this episode, I break down why so many teachings on forgiveness are wrong and how those old messages set us up for people-pleasing, self-abandonment, and staying stuck with pain that was never ours to carry. We talk about what forgiveness is NOT—it’s not reconciliation, not a free pass, not pretending nothing happened, and definitely not giving harmful people continued access to your heart.
 
Then we shift into what forgiveness actually is:✨ A boundary✨ A return of your personal power✨ Releasing what does not belong to you✨ A deep act of self-love (and surprisingly… love for them, too)✨ A layered process, not a one-time moment
 
I guide you step-by-step through the forgiveness process—how to identify the pain, feel where it lives in your body, pull it out, hand it back, and surrender the emotional weight so you can finally breathe again.
We talk about the childhood scripts that broke us (“Say you're sorry and go back to playing!”), the grooming messages we learned (“He pulled your hair because he likes you”), and how these distorted lessons led many of us into adulthood carrying shame, people-pleasing patterns, or walls of self-protection.
This episode is all about reclaiming your internal space, your peace, and your freedom. Because forgiveness isn’t weakness—it’s sovereignty, it’s healing, and it’s you saying:“I refuse to carry what was never mine.”
 
💥 Before You Go – Download the Forgiveness PDF + Free Guidebook!
Grab the full forgiveness process walkthrough AND my new, improved 7-Day Guidebook here:👉 Forgiveness PDF + Free Guidebook!
 
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Episode 19 - The Cost of NOT Thinking Differently About Your Health

Hey friend — it’s Polly! 💛
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the endless noise of the health world — “eat carbs,” “don’t eat carbs,” “intermittent fast,” “never fast again,” “lift heavy,” “don’t lift heavy” — then this episode is going to feel like a big exhale. Because today, we’re talking about the real cost of NOT thinking differently about your health, and what happens when your brain, body, and nervous system get stuck in the chaos.
 
I break down why confusion is the new normal and how living inside a loud, contradicting health culture pushes your nervous system into survival mode. We explore why diet rules don’t work, how control leads to burnout, and why your “lack of discipline” is actually your biology trying to protect you.
We dig deep into the mental, emotional, physical, and nervous-system costs of chronic dieting — from metabolic confusion and hormonal imbalance to shame spirals, self-sabotage, and disconnecting from your body’s wisdom. And yes… we go there: the identity cost of believing you can’t trust yourself anymore.
 
This episode is packed with practical insight on:
✨ how to rewire your brain for consistency
✨ how to break the dopamine cycle of quick fixes
✨ how to recognize trauma patterns that sabotage change
✨ healing your relationship with your body
✨ moving from survival to connection
✨ reclaiming choice instead of control
 
Because the truth is: the biggest cost of NOT thinking differently is staying stuck in a system that was never designed to help you heal.
If you’re ready to build body trust, reconnect with your nervous system, and finally create a healthy lifestyle that feels peaceful and sustainable… this one is for you.
 
👉 Get your FREE 7-Day Guide and start reconnecting with your body today.
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Episode 18 - The Power of Disappointment – Healing the Fear That Keeps You Stuck

Hey friends — it’s Polly
Let’s get real for a minute: have you ever been so disappointed that it felt like your whole body just shut down? Whether it’s a dream that didn’t work out, a relationship that fell apart, or a diagnosis that knocked you off your feet — disappointment has a way of sneaking into every part of your body, your thoughts, and your hope.
 
In this episode, we talk about the power of disappointment — how it shapes your beliefs, affects your nervous system, and keeps you stuck in fear and protection mode instead of healing. I share a personal story about facing a huge disappointment in my own health journey, how it almost broke me, and how I found freedom by naming it, grieving it, and choosing hope again.
 
You’ll learn how unprocessed disappointment turns into emotional and physical resistance, why you might be addicted to disappointment (yep, that’s a thing!), and how the dopamine cycle can trick your brain into repeating painful patterns. We’ll dig into how to heal the fear that keeps you stuck, overcome self-sabotage, and reprogram your mind for healing and resilience.
 
Together, we’ll explore powerful tools to reconnect with your body, break old belief loops, and move from fear to freedom. Because disappointment isn’t a dead end — it’s a doorway to deeper healing and a more grounded, hopeful you. 🌿
 
✨ CTA: Get your Free 7-Day Guide and start learning how to shift from protection to peace — because you’re not broken, you’re becoming.
 
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Episode 17 - Why It’s So Hard to Stick to a Healthy Lifestyle: Breaking the Dopamine Cycle and Rewiring Your Brain for Change

Hey friend — it’s Polly! 💛Let’s be real for a second: why is it so freaking hard to stick to healthy habits? You start strong, all motivated and full of good intentions… and then bam — you find yourself back in the pantry with a bag of chips wondering, “What is wrong with me?” Spoiler alert: nothing is wrong with you. Your brain and body are just doing what they were designed to do — keep you safe and comfortable.
 
In this episode, we dig deep into why it’s hard to stick to healthy habits and how to start breaking the dopamine cyclethat keeps you chasing quick relief instead of long-term healing. I’ll walk you through how trauma, self-sabotage, and even your family’s old belief systems around food might be influencing your choices today. 🧠
 
We talk about how to rewire your brain for consistency, overcoming resistance to change, and how to reprogram your mind for health by using simple, powerful tools — like my favorite, the Power of the Pause (POP). You’ll learn why your nervous system isn’t your enemy, and how curiosity (not shame) can open the door to real transformation.
 
If you’ve ever struggled with emotional eating, self-sabotage, or healing your relationship with your body, this episode will help you see that lasting change doesn’t come from willpower — it comes from awareness, compassion, and connection. 💫
 
So grab your coffee (or go for that walk), and let’s start thinking differently about your health story.
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Episode 16 - When The Body Can’t Heal: The Hidden Cost of Trauma and Abus

Imagine your foot slammed on the gas pedal while your car’s still in neutral — the engine’s roaring, the vibrations are constant, but you’re going nowhere. That’s what living with unhealed trauma feels like. Your body’s stuck on go, your nervous system always scanning for danger, trying to keep you alive instead of helping you heal.
 
In this episode, I unpack how trauma and abuse don’t just shape your mind — they reshape your body. We talk about what happens when your nervous system gets trapped in survival mode, how unexpressed emotions turn into physical illness, and why your body might be saying “no more” when you can’t.
 
I share insights from some of the most powerful trauma resources I’ve ever read — Dr. Gabor Maté’s “When the Body Says No” and Dr. Bessel van der Kolk’s “The Body Keeps the Score.” These incredible works show us that healing begins when the body finally feels safe enough to rest, express, and release.
 
You’ll also hear my own story — how years of emotional suppression and self-hatred led to chronic illness, and how learning to listen to my body and express what I used to silence became the key to restoration.
Together, we’ll explore practical tools to begin reclaiming safety: setting boundaries, practicing nervous system regulation, expressing instead of suppressing, and creating emotional environments that say, “You’re safe now.”
 
✨Download your Free 7-Day Guide to begin reconnecting with your body and healing your nervous system.
📚 Books Mentioned:
When the Body Says NO – Gabor Maté
The Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der Kolk
Cherished: Shattered Innocence. Restored Hope – Polly Hamp
 
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Episode 15 - What Carnivore Taught Me About Listening to My Body

Okay friends, buckle up—this one’s a wild ride! After years of trying every diet under the sun (hello vegan, paleo, keto, you name it), I decided to go full-on carnivore for 75 days—yep, just meat, salt, and water. No salads, no snacks, no sugar… just beef, lamb, and tallow. And what I learned had way less to do with food and way more to do with trusting my body.
 
I didn’t start this to lose weight. I started because I wanted to think differently about health—to strip away all the noise, stop labeling foods as “good” or “bad,” and really listen. And wow… clarity, energy, mood balance, and sleep all improved big-time. I discovered that my body didn’t need caffeine or constant snacks—it just needed me to listen and fuel it with intention.
 
But it wasn’t all steak and sunshine. I talk about the not-so-glamorous detox phase (hello, “keto flu”), the social awkwardness of eating differently, and even how my mindset shifted from restriction to reset. This experiment reminded me that health isn’t a quick fix—it’s a relationship with our body built on curiosity, compassion, and consistency.
 
So no, I’m not telling you to go carnivore (promise!). I’m just sharing what happens when you get quiet enough to actually hear your body’s truth.
 
🎧 Resources Mentioned:
📘 Dr. Paul Saladino – The Carnivore Code: https://share.descript.com/view/Qb4JpM0muxW
🥩 Shawn Baker, MD: www.youtube.com/@ShawnBakerMD
🍳 Ken Berry, MD: www.youtube.com/@KenDBerryMD
📄 Download my free guide: Carnivore Tips and Tricks (PDF) → Carnivore Tips and Tricks.pdf
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Episode 14 - You Are the Heart of Your Home! Why That Matters and How to Own It (with Dr. Terri DeNeui)

Hey friends — welcome back to Be a Blaze! I am so excited to have Dr. Terri DeNeui back with us for another powerful conversation! Last time, we dove into hormones and how they impact your overall health… and this week, we’re digging deeper into something that affects every single one of us: gut health — and how it connects to your mood, hormones, energy, and even your family’s well-being.
 
Dr. Terri and I explore why all disease really begins in the gut (yep, Hippocrates was right!), and how inflammation, stress, and what we eat can totally change how our bodies function. We also talk about the gut-brain connection — how your thoughts, emotions, and even trauma can affect digestion and hormone balance.
 
And if you’ve ever wondered why you feel anxious after a big meal or why fatigue just won’t quit, this conversation will connect the dots in such an empowering way. Terri breaks down simple, practical ways to start healing your gut — from what to eat, what to avoid, and how to listen to your body again.
 
We even get real about emotional eating, dopamine hits from processed foods (hello, Flaming Hot Cheetos 👀), and learning to eat intuitively without guilt. It’s not about punishment — it’s about freedom and healing from the inside out.
 
So grab your coffee (yes, you can still have it ☕), tune in, and let’s learn how to love our bodies, nurture our health, and lead our homes with peace and purpose.
 
Check out Dr. DeNeui’s resources and grab your free TDAH! 7-Day Workbook:
📘 Hormone Havoc (Book)
🎧 Hormone Havoc Podcast
🔗 Download resources
🔗 More info here
 
👩‍⚕️ About Dr. Terri DeNeui
Dr. Terri DeNeui, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, is the Founder and Chief Science Officer of EVEXIAS Health Solutions. She’s a nationally recognized speaker, author of Hormone Havoc, and an expert in integrative and functional medicine, endocrinology, and hormone optimization. Her pioneering EvexiPEL® method has helped thousands live stronger, more vibrant lives.
 
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