This episode: From 199 Pounds to Purpose: The Defining Moment That Changed Dr. Amanda Adkins’ Life—and Her Practice.
Here’s what you’ll learn about:
Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast (0:05)
- Host Drew Deraney introduces the podcast and thanks Kat Fleischman from Do-Tell Public Relations for introducing Guest Dr. Amanda Adkins.
- Drew discusses the concept of life being linear and how external circumstances can derail our paths.
- He introduces the three types of women: Woman number one who doesn’t see adversity, Woman number two who sees it as a barrier, and Woman number three who sees it as an opportunity for Growth.
- Drew invites Dr. Adkins to share a defining moment that transformed her from Woman number one or two to the woman she is now.
Dr. Amanda Adkins’ Personal Health Journey (2:27)
- Dr. Adkins shares her personal health story, starting with a defining moment in high school when she weighed 199 pounds.
- She discusses her decision to become a physician and her desire to improve her own health.
- Dr. Adkins talks about her transition to vegetarianism in her junior year of high school and the challenges she faced.
- She explains how her decision to become vegetarian was influenced by her cousin, who was also a vegetarian.
Transition to Veganism and Professional Impact (8:41)
- Dr. Adkins describes her transition to veganism and how it has impacted her life and professional practice.
- She explains the difference between vegetarianism and veganism and the benefits of a plant-based Diet.
- Dr. Adkins shares a success story of a patient who improved her blood pressure through Lifestyle changes and a plant-based diet.
- She discusses the importance of nutrition in preventing chronic illnesses and the role of lifestyle changes in overall health.
Challenges and Successes in Medical Practice (12:37)
- Dr. Adkins talks about the challenges of working with patients who are resistant to lifestyle changes and the importance of planting seeds for future change.
- She discusses the role of medication in weight loss and the need for a combination of lifestyle changes and medication.
- Dr. Adkins shares her thoughts on the effectiveness of weight loss drugs and surgeries and the importance of long-term lifestyle changes.
- She emphasizes the importance of individual accountability and the role of medication as a tool, not a solution.
Holistic Approach and Faith in Practice (17:01)
- Dr. Adkins explains the difference between MDs and DOs and her decision to focus on a holistic approach in her practice.
- She discusses the role of faith and scripture in her practice and how it inspires her patients.
- Dr. Adkins shares her advice for young Amanda, emphasizing the importance of enjoying life and not being too focused on one aspect.
- She advises young businesswoman Amanda to use her voice and not hide behind books and discussions.
Final Thoughts and Contact Information (20:11)
- Dr. Adkins provides information about her website, DrAmandaMD.com, where people can find free resources, schedule appointments, and join her Coaching practice.
- She emphasizes the importance of enjoying life and not taking oneself too seriously.
- Drew thanks Dr. Adkins for the interview and expresses appreciation for her story and advice.
To learn more about Dr. Amanda’s mission, go to her LinkedIn profile at https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-amanda-adkins-28071a39/ or her website at https://www.dramandamd.com/.
Dr. Amanda Adkins Bio
Dr. Amanda Adkins, MD is a double board-certified Internal Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine Physician, health strategist/owner of Adkins Enlightenment Lifestyle Medicine. She has a deep passion for ensuring that everyone has a chance at a healthy and happy life.
Her most recent focus has been to help women who are overweight prevent and possibly reverse chronic illnesses such as Diabetes, Heart Disease and high blood pressure.
Both through her medical and personal experience she knows how our lifestyle can lead to remarkable changes in our health and our ability to fulfill God’s will for our lives.
About your host: I’m Drew Deraney, the proud father of three children. For most of my life I’ve been concerned with what people thought of me and how I was supposed to act. I learned not to be my authentic self and instead became a people pleaser, a man wearing a mask.
In a 9-month span a few years ago, I endured four faith-shaking life events that caused me to question my existence.
I became determined to find a better way to live. Through intense self-reflection and awareness, I realized that in order to be happy, I must adhere to my standards of honesty, integrity and truth and needed to break free from the belief system that was anchored in me for close to 50 years.
I now believe that success happens when we find a better way and are willing and able to share it. HOW I do that is by challenging the status quo and thinking differently. Ultimately, WHAT I bring to the table is a way to contribute and add value by having an impact on the lives of others.
My company, Profit Compassion LLC consists of 3 paths:
The Caregiver Family Health Coach: coach for caregivers of individuals with special needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). For Caregivers who are open to a conversation about how I can support you on your Caregiving journey: I help caregivers find balance, build resilience, and rediscover their own well-being. Through personalized coaching, I provide practical strategies, emotional support, and the tools to reduce Burnout, strengthen Relationships, and navigate the challenges of caregiving with confidence. My goal is to empower you to care for yourself as compassionately as you care for your loved one.
The Mindful Man Movement: men’s self-discovery coach, speaker, podcast host, author. For Men Seeking Answers Within: Imagine having crystal clear knowledge of your purpose in life where you make confident decisions, and are assertive, productive, and at peak Mental Health. Corporate executives hire me to guide them to tap into their natural power through self-discovery so they may write their own story and live the life they want to live.
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Join me in transforming challenges into opportunities for growth. Let’s embark on this journey together.
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Drew Deraney now travels the world both to Live and Virtual Events showing mostly men the steps needed to strengthen self-identity and self-worth, to overcome self-limiting beliefs, and to build confidence while being authentic, maintaining boundaries and to transcend people pleasing skills to become the person they are destined to be. Drew challenges them to reach deep inside and make a lasting impact.
In a 9-month span, Drew experienced a grueling divorce, job loss, his son’s suicidal ideations, and his father’s death which devastated Drew emotionally, mentally, physically, and spiritually. It is a commonality for men to consider any challenge as a weakness as well as to show emotion and ask for help. While writing his book, Drew realized he was not the only man suffering in silence. With more clarity of purpose than ever, he began asking for help. Drew Deraney’s mission is to help especially men, release their inner greatness by showing vulnerability, keeping in integrity of their power, and making a great impact on the people in their lives both personally and professionally.
Drew Deraney was born in Brooklyn, NY and raised in Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ where he still lives to this day caring for his elderly mom and his 3 adult children Matthew, Nicholas, and Emma. Drew earned his B.A. in Psychology, M.A. in Applied Psychology, and two psychology research publications while at Fairfield University; a scholarship from the Healthcare Financial Management Association; and his M.B.A. in Health Care Administration from Baruch College / Mount Sinai School of Medicine in NY. His hospital career spanned 24 years where he was co-chair of the Leadership Institute, spoke at JD Power, was one of three leaders interviewed by The Commonwealth Fund, received his Communicating with Empathy Trainer certification and is a Certified Patient Experience Professional. Four years ago, Drew founded Profit Compassion LLC, an entity to coach and empower mostly men to create resiliency and authenticity as Chief Resilience Officer. Drew is the podcast host of ‘From Caving in to Crushing It’ and recently became a best-selling author with his book ‘I’ll Have What She’s Having’ - Memoir of a reformed People Pleaser.
