Our personal struggles can often lead us to our true purpose. This week Meg sat down with Dr. Ali Novitsky, a physician-turned-coach with a powerful story of overcoming body image issues and discovering her true calling in health and preventative care. Ali's unique journey through body acceptance, CBT, and postpartum depression has informed her approach to helping women become the best, most authentic versions of themselves. We also delved into the importance of emotional health and how it's deeply connected to our physical and mental well-being. Ali shared her insights on various techniques, such as exercise and dialectical behavioral therapy, that can help us regulate our emotions and ultimately live our most optimal lives. The conversation emphasized the significance of acknowledging and nurturing our emotions to truly reap the benefits of physical and mental health. Lastly, Ali's expertise in genetics shed light on how understanding our unique genetic makeup can help us manage our emotions, overcome limiting beliefs, and even address emotional eating. With a focus on optimal health strategies and mindset work, we discussed the importance of trusting the process and creating a loving relationship with ourselves. Don't miss this enlightening conversation with Dr. Ali Novitsky, filled with valuable insights on embracing our true selves and achieving our best health. --------- EPISODE CHAPTERS --------- (0:00:02) - From Doctor to Coach (0:08:42) - Physical and Emotional Health Connection (0:14:56) - Managing Emotions and Limiting Beliefs (0:26:56) - Understanding Genetics and Mental Health (0:33:15) - Genetic Factors in Emotional Eating (0:40:48) - Optimal Health Strategies and Mindset Work (0:51:44) - Trusting the Process Connect with Dr. Ali Novitsky: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alinovitskymd/ Website: https://www.lifecoachingforwomenphysicians.com/podcast PROGRAMS:  Men's Program, Fit Dad Collective™: https://www.lifecoachingforwomenphysicians.com/fdc Physician CME Program, Transform®: https://www.goals-society.com/transform The Fit Woman Collective™ is launching in August. COMING SOON!!!!! Connect with Meg: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emotional_expedition/ Website: https://www.meghanthomas.com/ Atlas of the Heart Book Study: https://www.meghanthomas.com/atlas-of-the-heart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices