The Fiercely Awakening Podcast

Tonya Holcomb

Hello, and welcome to the Fiercely Awakening podcast. My name is Dr. Tonya Holcomb, and I’m on a mission to normalize naturopathy in big, bold ways. I want you to see the world through my eyes, where extraordinary health and massive upgrades in life are always available to you. You’ll be inspired and motivated to trust your body’s wisdom to heal, claim your next upgrade in health and life, release what no longer serves you, and pursue what you truly desire. If you seek truth, you are on the freedom path to your greatest potential. You are Fiercely Awakening. Welcome. Disclaimer: The content in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It is intended to be provided for informational, educational and self-empowerment purposes ONLY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. read less
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Episodes

Episode 111: 10 Things You Won’t Regret Prioritizing for Your Health
Apr 12 2024
Episode 111: 10 Things You Won’t Regret Prioritizing for Your Health
Do you want to know which needle-movers are the most POWERFUL to focus on when it comes to your physical health as a woman? In today’s episode, I share what I believe are the top 10. You’ll be forever grateful you made these a priority! Listen in as I dive into: The issue with food funks.Being unsatisfied with food and feeling overwhelmed by what to eat.What it means to be truly satiated. Why I’m SO giddy about sleep optimization right now.What your sleep has to do with building muscle and enhancing beauty.The number one area to focus on when mysterious symptoms persist or healing feels impossible.And so much more!  Not only will you discover the top needle-movers to focus on, but most importantly, you’ll find out why being convicted in your choices and healing game plan is highly recommended! Doing the work is one thing, but having 110% trust in your body, trust in the healing process, and belief in your transformation story are where the shifts truly take place and the rewards are endless.    One Drink That Checks All Your Boxes FEMfusion is my tried-and-true go-to herbal infusion blend. Each carefully selected herb shines as an incredible source of minerals, vitamins, antioxidants and more. FEMfusion is intentionally formulated for hydration and mineralization, so you'll feel an instant boost when you drink it! And it's available for everyone, even if you aren't in my programs or courses. You can get your FEMfusion by following this link!   What if you could radically shift your health and change your future? This is the work we do inside of the Cleansing Circle. It's the place to cleanse the right way, reduce your toxic load, get on the path to deeper healing and honor your body. When you take charge of your health, YOU get to decide what is possible. Follow this link to join me and an incredible community of women in the Cleansing Circle.
Episode 110: Don’t Fall for the Perimenopause Trap
Mar 30 2024
Episode 110: Don’t Fall for the Perimenopause Trap
Here’s what we’re told: When you turn a certain age (hello, 40s), the majority of women are going to experience the symptoms of perimenopause. In other words, it’s normal and potentially inevitable that you’ll go through a roller coaster ride of hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, weight gain, changes in sex drive, vaginal dryness, thinning hair and dry skin, mood swings, heart palpitations, migraines, frequent headaches and poorer concentration. And you’ll ultimately be at a higher risk for other dis-eases and complications. Surprise! I don’t agree with this at all. Yes, the symptoms are real, but the thing that's causing them isn’t what you think it is. In today’s episode, I share with you: The allopathic perspective on perimenopause.Symptoms of adrenal dysfunction.The overlap between perimenopausal symptoms and thyroid communication.The copper toxicity connection.And the emotional and mineral connection. Ultimately, I invite you to opt out of the belief that there’s nothing you can do except “ride it out.” All of the symptoms you experience from your body are communication and asks for help. You do not have to live your life with fear of perimenopause symptoms or hopelessness about the healing process. The way back to feeling like yourself again is always going to be with balancing minerals and riding toxicity. Your age is not the deciding factor for how you experience your health.   What if you could radically shift your health and change your future? This is the work we do inside of the Cleansing Circle. It's the place to cleanse the right way, reduce your toxic load, get on the path to deeper healing and honor your body. When you take charge of your health, YOU get to decide what is possible. Follow this link to join me and an incredible community of women in the Cleansing Circle.
Episode 108: Why Iodine Is Essential for Everyone
Mar 10 2024
Episode 108: Why Iodine Is Essential for Everyone
Did you know we’re in an iodine crisis? This worldwide deficiency is potentially having a major impact on your health. Iodine is found in every single cell of your body, which means that every single cell uses iodine! But most importantly, iodine is food for your thyroid. In today’s episode, I review: The signs that you may be struggling with thyroid issues.The big things to know about iodine.Who's most vulnerable to having an iodine deficiency.And why you may want to consider adding iodine to your daily regimen. Yes, this applies even if you’re taking thyroid medication! (In fact, especially if you’re taking thyroid medication).    Want to learn the language of your body? Isn’t it time you understand the meaning behind the messages that have been in front of you this whole time? The doors are still open for you to join me in Body Talk! Body Talk will empower you to interpret the outward signs and, most importantly, take that next step to address these communications! We're just getting started! Follow this link to learn more.   What if you could radically shift your health and change your future? This is the work we do inside of the Cleansing Circle. It's the place to cleanse the right way, reduce your toxic load, get on the path to deeper healing and honor your body. When you take charge of your health, YOU get to decide what is possible. Follow this link to join me and an incredible community of women in the Cleansing Circle.
Episode 107: An Inside Look at My Fitness Journey
Mar 3 2024
Episode 107: An Inside Look at My Fitness Journey
Do your plans for this year include taking your fitness to the next level, gaining muscle and radically changing your body composition? If so, then let’s chat! It’s been seven weeks since I started my highly upgraded fitness journey, and I have so much to fill you in on. In today’s episode, I share with you: Why I decided to hire a fitness trainer.Who I hired.An update on how it’s going. An overview of my daily workouts. The many wins I’ve experienced in the last seven weeks (although they’re probably not what you think!).Why I’m so motivated to build muscle and what’s contributing the most to my success.An awesome book recommendation to motivate you even more.Other amazing health practices that I’m committed to right now.   Want to learn the language of your body? Isn’t it time you understand the meaning behind the messages that have been in front of you this whole time? The doors are now open for you to join me in Body Talk! Body Talk will empower you to interpret the outward signs and, most importantly, take that next step to address these communications! We start on March 7. Follow this link to learn more.   What if you could radically shift your health and change your future? That's the work we do inside of the Cleansing Circle. It's the place to cleanse the right way, reduce your toxic load, get on the path to deeper healing and honor your body. When you take charge of your health, YOU get to decide what is possible. Follow this link to join me and an incredible community of women in the Cleansing Circle.
Episode 100: Become a Fiercely Empowered Mama
Nov 4 2023
Episode 100: Become a Fiercely Empowered Mama
In today's episode, I take my time to walk you through the TOTAL Fiercely Empowered Mama experience. You’ll get to hear the answers to some of the most pressing FEM membership questions.   We're Ready to Welcome You The FEM Early Bird Exclusive package expired yesterday, but many of you have asked if there’s any way we could extend this incredible offer. So, I have some amazing news for you this weekend! Now through November 5 ONLY, you can sneak in and claim your membership in FEM with the EARLY BIRD special! This means that when you say YES to FEM between now and this Sunday, you’ll instantly save $400 off your membership and receive: ACCESS to unlimited bioenergetic scanning – $5,000 value  ACCESS to FEMbabes – $997 value Your very own FEM Starter Kit, filled with my favorite remedies – $330 value And when you pay in full, you'll get a free NES Mobile Bioenergetic Scanner – $150 value No other program or offer out there even remotely compares to the level of support, care and work we do inside of Fiercely Empowered Mama. If you desire to: fully embrace naturopathy in your home, step into your full confidence in working with natural healing and remedies, receive health wins and upgrades for your children and family members — including your pets, and be in a drama-free, loving community of like-minded mamas who have your back... We’re ready to welcome you. Follow this link and join us.   Want to get a taste of what it's like to be in Fiercely Empowered Mama? Join us in Mamahood: The Ultimate Natural Mama Crash Course. This free experience is guaranteed to provide you with instant empowerment to help your child thrive — no matter the phase of life you’re in.  We are up and running with so many amazing live classes to come and replays available to you. Everything inside this group is only going to be available to you for a limited time! So your full access will last for just a couple more weeks.  Follow this link to request to join the group, and I'll see you there!
Episode 99: FEMspiration — Transform Your Life as a Fiercely Empowered Mama
Oct 31 2023
Episode 99: FEMspiration — Transform Your Life as a Fiercely Empowered Mama
Why do mamas say YES to Fiercely Empowered Mama year after year?  Grab a cup of tea, pull up a chair and join us as we discuss all of Kelsey and Amanda’s biggest FEM wins throughout the years.  In today's episode, you'll quickly see that FEM not only has the power to upgrade your family’s health, but your entire LIFE too. Get to Know Kelsey Kelsey is a Michigan wife and mama to three littles ages 7, 4 and 2. She first found FEM in 2019 during her baby’s second hospitalization. She had been dabbling in natural health at the time, but during her son’s health scare, she knew FEM was a program she needed to join. In her first year, she was able to use her FEM knowledge and tools to turn her sick child into a thriving child. She went from being a scared mama to being a strong, confident and intuitive mama. She continues to dive deeper into mindset work and expanding the healing possibilities. Get to Know Amanda Amanda is another Michigan wife and mama with two children, ages 6 and 4, and a 7-year-old fur baby! Her family members planted the holistic seed for her, and then she dove into it herself when she was pregnant with her first baby. She has been using her tools since bringing her babies into the world, noting that neither of her kiddos have been on an antibiotic!  Amanda’s growth over the last five years has been amazing. Each year she digs deeper into her natural remedies with the community she loves!   Want to get a taste of what it's like to be in Fiercely Empowered Mama? Join us in Mamahood: The Ultimate Natural Mama Crash Course. This free experience is guaranteed to provide you with instant empowerment to help your child thrive — no matter the phase of life you’re in.  We are up and running with so many amazing classes to come and replays available to you. Follow this link to sign up, and I'll see you there!   Feeling the pull to join the Fiercely Empowered Mama class of 2024? If you've been tuning in lately to all of the incredible stories these mamas have been sharing, and you're feeling the pull to say yes to FEM, you can join us by following this link. Right now, through this Thursday, Nov, 2, you can join for $400 off and get in on the current bonuses, including your very own FEM Starter Kit that's packed with some of my favorite essentials!
Episode 98: Mini Life Lessons — How Well Are You Listening?
Oct 21 2023
Episode 98: Mini Life Lessons — How Well Are You Listening?
Life is always giving us opportunities to check in with our truth. In today's episode, I share with you a few mini life lessons that I’ve experienced recently. In sharing how I process the tough and interesting things that come up in my life, I hope to provide you with inspiration and guidance on how to process what comes up in yours. Enjoy!   You're Invited to the Ultimate Natural Mama Crash Course As a mom, you’re constantly surrounded by perspectives… Everyone has one, but what’s your truth? What does “normal” look like for your child when it comes to sleep, behavior, focus, mood, teeth, diet, skin, digestion, ear infections, energy…? The list goes on. You can even take that a step further and wonder, “What does it look like when my child is THRIVING?” It can feel overwhelming to try to dig through all of the opinions out there on this! No matter the story, the journey to resilient health is always the same. When you understand how the body communicates (and the many ways it works to serve us), you will be able to balance it. And I can help you break it all down. Join me for Mamahood: The Ultimate Natural Mama Crash Course. This free experience is guaranteed to provide you with instant empowerment to help your child thrive — no matter the phase of life you’re in.  We are up and running with so many amazing classes to come and replays available to you. Follow this link to sign up, and I'll see you there!   Want to continue the conversation? Follow this link and request to join my private Facebook group Fiercely Awakening.
Episode 97: Upgrading My Quality of Sleep
Oct 12 2023
Episode 97: Upgrading My Quality of Sleep
Over the past year, I've put lots of intention and attention into my quality of sleep. Having already prioritized getting enough sleep, I set out to make the most of the sleep I was getting. In today’s podcast, I share with you my journey on upgrading my sleep by changing the shape of my mouth and training my body to comfortably nasal breathe. This is especially for you if you're someone who struggles with obstructive sleep apnea, shallow sleep, insomnia, snoring, teeth grinding, tooth decay, jaw pain, allergies, asthma or other respiratory issues. Honestly, the awareness from this conversation could change how you perceive not only your health issues, but your child’s too. Enjoy!   You're Invited to the Ultimate Natural Mama Crash Course As a mom, you’re constantly surrounded by perspectives… Everyone has one, but what’s your truth? What does “normal” look like for your child when it comes to sleep, behavior, focus, mood, teeth, diet, skin, digestion, ear infections, energy…? The list goes on. You can even take that a step further and wonder, “What does it look like when my child is THRIVING?” It can feel overwhelming to try to dig through all of the opinions out there on this! No matter the story, the journey to resilient health is always the same. When you understand how the body communicates (and the many ways it works to serve us), you will be able to balance it. And I can help you break it all down. Join me for Mamahood: The Ultimate Natural Mama Crash Course. This free experience is guaranteed to provide you with instant empowerment to help your child thrive — no matter the phase of life you’re in.  We start on October 16. Follow this link to sign up, and I'll see you there!
Episode 96: FEMspirational Stories: Raising World Changers with Sara Demick
Oct 5 2023
Episode 96: FEMspirational Stories: Raising World Changers with Sara Demick
Sara Demick’s first response to hearing about Fiercely Empowered Mama was, “I don't need that... I already got it.” But her intuition was nudging her to take a closer look. “I was on the journey,” she says, “I knew the basics of how things worked, but oh my goodness... it was like scratching the surface from where I was to where I am now.” In the four years since Sara joined FEM, she’s built up a local community of support and connection in southeast Michigan and experienced countless mindset shifts. She’s learned how to lean into illness, love on the body and embrace its communication as she raises her boys to be world changers.   Listen in to today's episode as Sara and I talk about: What made her say “YES” to FEM.How FEM only opens up one time a year, but it’s super easy to stay year after year. Some of her biggest wins and shifts:  Taking ownership of their immune systems.Raising kids who know how to take care of their own bodies.  Raising boys that are in tune with their bodies. Sara’s experience with emotion code, tapping and helping her boys work through their emotions in a healthy way. Mindset shifts when an illness hits, and seeing it as an opportunity for the body to help kids to detox and grow. How Sara is one of our FEM mentors in Michigan. She loves having deeper conversations and building a community of like-minded mamas. How the knowledge you gain in FEM and the support of Team Tonya and the FEM community is like nothing else on the internet.Starting with the understanding that every child is different and learning how to individualize their care.Sway testing and muscle testing, and how this tool can be so empowering.How it changes our children and their children and the lives of generations to come when we live with this level of choice and freedom.How our bodies are strong, and we have so much potential and so many options for natural health remedies. There is always something we can do! Real stories about Sara’s sons. Through this work, they were able to get to the root causes of the problems and actually heal them instead of masking them.   A deeper understanding of our bodies and sharing this knowledge with our children. This gives us so much power. Our thoughts become things.  FEM features that Sara loves: The Community FEM Course ModulesThe Vault How Fiercely Empower Mama opens up once a year and the time is coming. We are sharing real stories from women who walk this path.  What Sara would say to someone who was on the fence about joining FEM.How Sara would explain FEM to someone who has never heard of it before.Some of Sara’s favorite FEM tools.How you can find Sara on Instagram at @realhealthmama.   Exclusive Offer Drops Today, ONLY for Those on the FEM Waitlist If you haven't already, now is the time to get on the FEM Waitlist! Follow this link to make sure you get in on this exclusive offer.   Want to be notified of my future live classes? Follow and like my Facebook page here.
Episode 95: FEMspirational Stories: Eczema Gone & Other Amazing Wins with Jacklyn Shea
Oct 1 2023
Episode 95: FEMspirational Stories: Eczema Gone & Other Amazing Wins with Jacklyn Shea
Do you want to feel inspired about raising your kiddos naturally and doing things your way?  Are you curious about the big wins the women in Fiercely Empowered Mama are experiencing? If so, this episode is for you! Join me for this incredible conversation with Jacklyn Shea, a fifth year Fiercely Empowered Mama whose first big win in FEM was healing her son’s chronic eczema. Jacklyn shares with you why she said yes to FEM, her biggest wins, what it means to walk this journey and some of her favorite FEM features. We talk about: How she found me and the FEM program in 2019.Her son’s eczema story, the “big” protocol he had and how he is now healed.The things we can do to support the body through the communication it's showing and how this gives us hope!Other Wins that Jacklyn has had while being in the FEM program.Laurel, a FEM leader and alum, and the FEM Hotline.How the FEM features and community are here because of everything I experienced and wished for when I had my son.The general health of Jacklyn’s children and how it's shifted with the FEM lifestyle.Jacklyn’s favorite FEM features: The Facebook FEM community.Local FEM mentor groups and finding local resources.Upgraded programs for alumni. How when you first start the FEM journey, it’s for YOU. Then, through the knowing and doing of this work, you become a resource for those around you who desire to know more.What Jacklyn would say to you if you’re on the fence about joining FEM.How her confidence has shifted.How she would describe FEM to someone who's never experienced anything like this before.Why she recommends continuing in the program each year and how alumni-track, 3+ year FEMs have access to deeper conversations. The intention behind FEM is that you join for a year, but we would love for you to stay forever and continue to grow and evolve alongside us in the program.   What if Fiercely Empowered Mama could change your life? If you feel called to this work, you can learn more and get on the waitlist for FEM 2024 by following this link.   Want to be notified of my future live classes? Follow and like my Facebook page here.
Episode 94: FEMspirational Stories: Raising World Changers with Jessica
Sep 23 2023
Episode 94: FEMspirational Stories: Raising World Changers with Jessica
When Jessica started in Fiercely Empowered Mama, her son was expressing loud nervous system dysregulation. It took all of her energy to manage his big feelings throughout the day. She knew these were asks for help, but she wasn’t sure what to do next. In today's episode, you'll hear her incredible interview with me. Jessica goes in depth on the transformation her child has gone through since she joined FEM just eight short months ago. We cover nervous system communication, sleeping through the night, no longer being a picky eater, building up her son's terrain and so much more!   You'll hear us talk about: FEM member stories — doors are only open one time a year! Jessica’s story about her natural health journey, and her son’s story that led her to FEM.The similarities that our children were showing, signs that they're "not okay" and nervous system communication. Jessica’s wins with her son that she's experienced while being in FEM: He's now sleeping through the night.He now eats almost anything.He drinks herbal infusion tea.These big wins happened after a Care Clinic session and protocol with me. What the Care Clinic inside the FEM program is all about, and what came up for Jessica’s son.For some of our kiddos, we take extra steps to help create space when their systems are overloaded.Mindset work, how we need to unlearn before we can learn something new, and how Jessica built up her son's terrain. In FEM, we talk about germs not being the bad buys. Other people don't get us sick; we must take responsibility for our own bodies and change our perspectives. It's OKAY to get sick.What is a natural tool kit and how does it grow and expands while inside FEM?EMF bracelets and their uses.Favorite FEM features: Integration Meet-UpsThe FEM Facebook community  The FEM Protocol Vault!Muscle testing + more coming in FEM 2024!Other natural health Facebook groups — one of the biggest challenges is that the answers are all over the place! With FEM you get a unified voice of support sending you on the same path.The FEM course and Ask Me Whatever Wednesdays.   Real Food Meetups with Stephanie + the adventure and determination to find RAW milk.What would Jessica say to someone who's on the waitlist for FEM 2024 but isn't sure if this is for them?The cost of the other way, the time that can be saved by getting to the root cause and changing the future in real time.The cool thing about FEM is the way we continue to grow and evolve the program together! Jessica is an open book and willing to answer questions. If it feels in alignment with you, reach out and make a connection with her. The FEM waitlist for 2024 is open NOW! Follow this link to learn more.   Want to be notified of my future live classes? Follow and like my Facebook page here.   Want to continue the conversation? Follow this link and request to join my private Facebook group Fiercely Awakening.