Third Chances

Some conversations deserve more attention and a second life. I originally recorded this conversation with Donnellyn Dominguez about three years ago, and when I recently went back into the Third Chances archives, I knew this one deserved to be brought back. Newly re-edited. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/GV78ozJbK9gDonnellyn didn't become a midwife until her 50s. She went on to deliver more than 1,000 babies and built one of the largest birth centers in Texas. Then the woman who had spent years caring for others suddenly found herself facing a frightening health crisis of her own. What followed challenged everything she thought she knew, including her strong resistance to something she initially refused to even consider. In fact, when she finally agreed to try it, her intention was simple: She wanted to prove the person recommending it wrong. This conversation is about much more than health. We talk about reinvention later in life, skepticism, loss, purpose, the things we sometimes dismiss too quickly - and what can happen when life forces us to reconsider the path we thought we were on. At one point, the conversation became deeply personal for me as well. If you've ever had to start again, change your mind, or wonder whether your best chapter might still be ahead of you, this is one worth watching. Chapters:  7:40 — Starting over in her 50s 11:20 — The birth that changed her life 24:45 — When the caregiver became the patient 38:50 — The thing she wanted nothing to do with 43:15 — “I'll try it just to prove you wrong” 58:00 — Another unexpected reinvention 1:07:15 — When our conversation became personal 1:11:50 — Finding purpose in the hardest chapters This episode reflects Donnellyn's personal journey and experience. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming next. And if this made you think differently about your health… message me “HEALTH” and I’m happy to point you in the right direction (or share how to explore this further). If it resonated with you… please SHARE it with someone who needs to hear it. Learn more here: 👉 [email protected] #longevity #holistichealth #optimalwellness #cellularhealth #healthspan Vera Czerny Third Chances Podcast Conversations that challenge how we think about health Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine. Individual results vary. The technologies mentioned here are not intended to treat, cure, heal, prevent, or diagnose any disease or medical condition. Want to be considered as a podcast guest? https://www.third-chances.com/apply-to-be-a-podcast-guest

Imagine running three different businesses, managing a 450-acre Texas cattle ranch, working hard, staying active, and moving through life like you're 30. But Leland Duyck was 62 when it happened. Drove home from his ranch in Oklahoma like many times before, went to bed at home in Texas, and the next morning, he woke up in pain and barely moving. Leland had spent 13 years working in orthopedic surgery, built and sold successful sports medicine companies, worked with professional athletes and Olympic programs, and spent a lifetime believing that when a problem appeared, you figured it out. But what happens when suddenly your body stops and you can't fix yourself? What happens when the treatments aren't giving you the answers you expected and things are getting worse instead of better? And what happens when something you've dismissed for almost two years suddenly becomes something you're desperate enough — and curious enough — to investigate? Leland's first reaction to cell signaling technology was skepticism: “I didn't study it in medical school, so I didn't think it was real.” In This Episode: • What followed when an incredibly active 62-year-old suddenly lost his ability to move normally • What finally made him investigate this unknown concept • How he evaluated it for himself • How his definition of health changed after his own health crisis • What decades of entrepreneurship taught him about success, family, and priorities • A deeply personal regret he shares about the years he spent building businesses  • Why rejection no longer bothers him • Why curiosity may be one of the most valuable qualities we can develop • And why Leland believes helping people starts by NOT making it about yourself WATCH THIS ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/-n-FCvJQhKIEditorial: This conversation originally aired back in 2023, when Third Chances was just getting started - and it received nowhere near the exposure this incredible story of hope deserved. So I brought it back. Re-edited. Repackaged. And absolutely worth your time! If you want to connect with Leland, please contact him through Facebook and Facebook Messenger. Or contact me, and I'll be happy to make an introduction. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming next. And if this made you think differently about your health… message me “HEALTH” and I’m happy to point you in the right direction (or share how to explore this further). If it resonated with you… please comment, subscribe, and SHARE it with someone who needs to hear it. Learn more here: 👉 www.third-chances.com #longevity #holistichealth #optimalwellness #cellularhealth #healthspan Vera CzernyThird Chances PodcastConversations that challenge how we think about healthDisclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine. Individual results may vary. The technologies mentioned here are not intended to treat, cure, heal, prevent, or diagnose any disease or medical condition.

What horses, strength and emotional awareness can teach us about living fully WHAT IF the key to feeling better is not always doing more - but becoming more aware of what is happening inside your body and mind? In this conversation, I speak with Nicki Pakkala, physiotherapist, equestrian, former British Olympic modern pentathlete, Team USA age-group triathlete, and Integrated BodyTalk practitioner. Drawing from decades of her experience with elite athletes, horses, physical therapy, energy work, and helping people who have struggled for years, Nicki explains why lasting change often begins with a willingness to become a little uncomfortable. - That may mean lifting weights when you would rather avoid them. - Sitting with an emotion instead of trying to suppress it. - Questioning the thoughts that keep creating conflict. - Or finally deciding that you are done living with patterns that no longer serve you. Nicki also demonstrates a simple technique to help decrease stress and calm the body, and shares why more training is not always better—even for high-performance athletes. Together, we explore: - What working with horses can teach us about awareness and presence - Why strength training becomes increasingly important as we age - How trying to resist anger, sadness, grief, or fear can create even more suffering - Why emotional triggers lose their power when we learn to stop, notice, and allow them to move - The difference between responding from the heart and remaining trapped in drama or conflict  - How supporting the body can help people remain active, independent, and in their own homes longer - Why taking care of your body is like maintaining a vehicle - the better you care for it, the more life you can explore Nicki works with people who have often suffered for many years and have finally reached the point where they are ready to be done with it. They are willing to do the work, become present to what they feel, and gently peel away everything that has covered up who they truly are. As Nicki says: “We all have these amazing gifts, but we keep putting all that stuff on top of them until we can’t see them. I help people peel it off so they can see who they are.” Life brings waves of anger, sadness, grief, joy, laughter, and peace. The pain often comes from trying to stop those waves. We cannot stop the ocean—but we can learn how to flow with it. And Nicki’s final message is beautifully simple: Live your extraordinary. Go into your heart. It is already there - and it is yours to share.WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/GY3lNED-388Connect with Nicki here: EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: https://www.englishoakhealing.com/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/nicki.pakkalaINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/nickipakkala/ If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe so you don’t miss what’s coming next. And if this made you think differently about your health… message me “HEALTH” on WhatsApp +1-203-58-6213 and I’m happy to point you in the right direction (or share how to explore this further). Reach me at: [email protected] If it resonated with you… please share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.#longevity #holistichealth #optimalwellness #cellularhealth #healthspanVera CzernyThird Chances PodcastConversations that challenge how we think about health Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health routine. Individual results vary. The technologies mentioned here are not intended to treat, cure, heal, prevent, or diagnose any disease or medical condition.   Want to be considered as a podcast guest? https://www.third-chances.com/apply-to-be-a-podcast-guest

Unbreakable: From Childhood Trauma to Navy SEAL to Powerlifting Champion - Tommy Richardson’s JourneyEpisode Summary: What does it take to survive the unthinkable - and come out stronger than ever? In this jaw-dropping episode, I sit down with Tommy Richardson - Navy SEAL veteran, Marine, elite resilience coach, and founder of Divine Savagery. We talk about overcoming childhood bullying, surviving combat, enduring grueling Navy SEAL training (including Hell Week with a broken pelvis!), and his miraculous recovery from brain surgery that left doctors stunned. Tommy opens up about: Childhood adversity: How brutal bullying and a strict household pushed him to the edge and the voice that saved his life. Military mindset: Lessons from combat zones across the globe, including how to lead, adapt, and build unshakable teams. A brotherhood forged in fire: How a life-long connection with the Luttrell twins - including Marcus Luttrell (yes, the Lone Survivor) - who likely helped open some door that tipped the scale in Tommy's favor for an atypical path from the Marines into the elite world of Navy SEALs. Resilience & faith: Why forging mental toughness requires both fire and purpose. Radical recovery: How he set a goal to go from lifting 5 lbs post-brain surgery to benching 500 lbs in under a year. Life after service: Turning battlefield lessons into boardroom strategies for leadership, wellness, and personal growth. Tommy doesn’t just share stories - he delivers battle-tested strategies for anyone facing adversity, feeling stuck, or chasing an impossible goal. If you’ve ever wondered how far grit, faith, and purpose can take you - this episode will show you.WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/7XY3ePZTyPQConnect with Tommy here: WEBSITE:        www.divinesavagery.com LINKEDIN:        https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommy-richardson-72a4a4178/ FACEBOOK:     https://www.facebook.com/tommy.richardson.667300 INSTAGRAM:    https://www.instagram.com/raise.your.horn/   If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you don't miss another inspirational story like this. My guests and I massively appreciate it! If you find this valuable, please SHARE with someone you care about who needs to hear this! Thank you!         Vera Czerny #longevity and #optimalwellness #holistichealth If quality life and longevity are on your radar, give yourself a chance to regain your wellness, health, energy, and vitality. Get your life back, drug-free! Sleep better, and LIFT your mood, brain fog, overwhelm, anxiety, and low energy. Simply, Be Unstoppable Again  Disclaimer: Any opinions stated on this channel are meant for information only. Any products, diets, methods, strategies, modalities, or technologies mentioned here are not intended to or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment of any disease or illness. We offer an open forum to discuss the newest discoveries and modalities out there that may benefit people's health, vitality, and wellness. We make no representation and assume no responsibility for the accuracy of the information contained on or available through this channel, and such information is subject to change without notice. Never make any changes to your medication, daily routine, nutrition, sleep schedule, or workout without first consulting your doctor or other medical professionals.  

One seizure. One diagnosis. One mission. Stan Harper was married for 34 years when his wife suddenly experienced a seizure — a shocking moment that led to her Stage 4 brain cancer diagnosis. They spent 4½ years navigating surgery, treatments, hope, grief… and then loss. A year later, life handed Stan his own wake-up call: chronic lymphocytic leukemia — a blood cancer. Facing his mortality, he realized: this was his final wake-up call. Stress, grief, inflammation — he believes these played a role. Instead of waiting for treatment, Stan chose action. He: • Overhauled his lifestyle: diet, movement, mindset • Adopted what he calls the 5 S Diet: Smoothies, Salmon, Salads, Smart Snacks, Science-based supplements • Became a Certified Health Coach — not for business, but to learn how to truly fight cancer Today, Stan lives with lymphoma under “watch and wait,” strengthened by daily choices and the support of JuicePlus — a whole food, plant-based supplement. His message is powerful: you don’t have to wait for a crisis—just one simple change can begin real transformation. Tune in to hear: • The three wake-up calls that changed everything • His “one simple change” philosophy & 5 S Diet • How he supports others through personal coaching & public speaking • Why life can be fragile - and why we don’t have to wait to live fully Listen now and get inspired to take your first step. WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/zdQSpbyRwWEContact Stan: www.stanharper.comhttp://sharper.juiceplus.com If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you don't miss another inspirational story like this. My guests and I massively appreciate it! If you find this valuable, please SHARE with someone you care about who needs to hear this! Thank you!         Vera Czerny #longevity and #optimalwellness #holistichealth If quality life and longevity are on your radar, give yourself a chance to regain your wellness, health, energy, and vitality. Get your life back, drug-free! Sleep better, and LIFT your mood, brain fog, overwhelm, anxiety, and low energy. Simply, Be Unstoppable Again  More about the program, 90 days to RESET your Health here:  https://www.third-chances.com/we-power-potential Disclaimer: Any opinions stated on this channel are meant for information only. Any products, diets, methods, modalities, or technologies mentioned here are not intended to or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment of any disease or illness. We offer an open forum to discuss the newest discoveries and modalities out there that may benefit people's health, vitality, and wellness. We make no representation and assume no responsibility for the accuracy of the information contained on or available through this channel, and such information is subject to change without notice. Never make any changes to your medication, daily routine, nutrition, sleep schedule, or workout without first consulting your doctor or other medical professionals.  

Some decisions don’t make sense in the moment — until they change your entire trajectory.In this episode, Dr. Dan Hartley, former Podiatric physician and Surgeon, opens up about walking away from his private practice, his 3 decades long journey through fascinating clinical research with major pharma companies, his faith, reinvention, and what shifted everything he thought he knew.   After years in private surgical practice, Dr. Dan Hartley walked away from burnout and built a 30+ year career in clinical research for some of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.  But what he never expected… was to encounter a technology so advanced, it had once been pursued by the VERY COMPANY he worked for.  Dr. Dan shares his story of reinvention, his quiet strength, deep faith, and how the Redox technology he once doubted ultimately earned his belief. What convinced him it was real, how he proved it to himself it wasn't a placebo he once believed, and what he did with that opportunity in his hands.    We cover:   - The pressure and burnout behind his private practice exit  - What it’s really like leading inside pharma clinical trials  - Why was he already aware of Redox signaling molecules, long before the majority of the experts - His initial skepticism around ASEA Redox — and what changed his mind  - Why he wanted to get involved back then, but due to his demanding career, it wasn't the right time...  - What got his attention recently (and why it's a BIG DEAL for wellness)  - Why he's right now re-engaging with purpose, not hype  - One decision in his 20s that changed the entire trajectory of his life       WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/EceQRs_hfT4    If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you don't miss another inspirational story like this. My guests and I massively appreciate it! If you find this valuable, please SHARE with someone you care about who needs to hear this!Thank you Vera CzernyWant to test it for yourself? Visit:https://www.third-chances.com/we-power-potentialSee what I do for #longevity and #optimalwellness #holistichealthFor more info, visit: www.lifewithredox.com For Personal consultation, text "YouTube" to Vera on WhatsApp: +1 203-558-6213. Join us and START YOUR BUSINESS TODAY: https://bit.ly/uplevelyourpotential #redoxsignalingmolecules #redox #healthandwellness #longevity #optimalwellness #holistichealth #biohack #workfromhome Disclaimer: Any opinions stated on this channel are meant for information only. Any products, diets, methods, modalities, or technologies mentioned here are not intended to or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment of any disease or illness. Redox technology does not treat, cure, heal, prevent, or diagnose any disease or medical condition. They simply empower the body to heal itself by increasing cellular efficiency, functions, and communications. We offer an open forum to discuss the newest discoveries and modalities out there that may benefit people's health, vitality, and wellness. We make no representation and assume no responsibility for the accuracy of the information contained on or available through this channel, and such information is subject to change without notice. Never make any changes to your medication, daily routine, nutrition, sleep schedule, or workout without first consulting your doctor or other medical professionals.  

Brett Oakley’s journey has been anything but ordinary. From the high-stakes world of trading at the Chicago Board of Trade to years of debilitating discomfort that left him with no real solutions, Brett's life changed the moment he discovered something that changed his life. After 34 years of struggles, countless failed treatments, and a last-resort surgical consultation that offered no hope, Brett finally found transformative relief, something that finally worked, back in 2017 - something that gave him his life back. It also restored his energy, clarity, and ability to live life full of joy again. His new mission is to share this breakthrough with others seeking natural, cellular-level wellness. In this episode, we talk about: ✅ How Brett’s career path - from his first aspirations to be a doctor to becoming an Options trader - shaped his relentless drive for solutions ✅ How one sport incident set the years of frustration, setbacks, and living with unbearable discomfort ✅ His pivotal moment meeting Dr. Darren Weissman ✅ Why was he ready to quit after 120 days, and what changed ✅ The unexpected health benefits he noticed first - and the transformation that followed ✅ How his mission has shifted from wealth accumulation to truly helping people reclaim their lives   This is a story of resilience, never giving up in finding a solution that would finally work, breakthroughs, and hope for anyone who has ever felt stuck with no way out. Tune in now and get ready for a perspective shift on what’s possible for your health! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/pH3CSjwatG0   If you want to get in touch with Brett directly, here is the best contact info: LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-oakley/ WEBSITE: https://brettoakley1111.teamasea.com FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/brett.oakley.9/ INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/brettoak1111   * If you enjoyed this episode, please SUBSCRIBE to my channel so you don't miss another inspirational story like this. My guests and I massively appreciate it! If you find this valuable, please SHARE with someone you care about who needs to hear this!   Thank you, Vera Czerny   If quality life and longevity are on your radar, give yourself a chance to regain your wellness, health, energy, and vitality too. Get your life back, drug-free! Sleep better, and LIFT your mood, brain fog, overwhelm, anxiety, and low energy. Simply, Be Unstoppable Again! More about the (fully supported) program, 90 days to RESET your Health here: https://www.third-chances.com/we-power-potential For Personal consultation text "YouTube" to Vera on WhatsApp: +1 203-558-6213. Join us and START YOUR BUSINESS TODAY: https://www.third-chances.com/join-us #redoxsignalingmolecules #redox #healthandwellness #longevity #optimalwellness #holistichealth #biohack #workfromhome    Disclaimer: Any opinions stated on this channel are meant for information only. Any products, diets, methods, modalities, or technologies mentioned here are not intended to or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment of any disease or illness. Redox technology does not treat, cure, heal, prevent, or diagnose any disease or medical condition. They simply empower the body to heal itself by increasing cellular efficiency, functions, and communications. We offer an open forum to discuss the newest discoveries and modalities out there that may benefit people's health, vitality, and wellness. We make no representation and assume no responsibility for the accuracy of the information contained on or available through this channel, and such information is subject to change without notice. Never make any changes to your medication, daily routine, nutrition, sleep schedule, or workout without first consulting your doctor or other medical professionals.