What happens when the chiropractor who built one of Utah's leading family wellness practices realizes she's been sacrificing everything to prove her worth? Dr. Sara and Dr. Marisa sit down with Dr. Kristina Kill (formerly Stitcher) for the most raw conversation yet about the brutal cost of having no boundaries, the health crises that forced her to face hard truths, and why sometimes loving your profession means learning to say no.

This episode isn't just about chiropractic, it's about the courage to rebuild your entire approach to success when you realize you've been running on fumes and calling it passion. From spinal fusion surgery to divorce, from cancer to finding her voice again, Dr. Kristina proves that your deepest challenges aren't derailing your purpose, they're refining it.

🔥 In This Episode:

• The moment Dr. Kristina realized "getting adjusted" wasn't enough when she was pushing herself beyond physical limits
• How weight struggles, spinal surgery, and health crises became her greatest teachers about authentic service
• "Care but don't carry" — the boundary that will revolutionize how you serve patients
• The power of saying "we're not a good fit" with love and watching the universe deliver the right patients
• Why the profession's "prove yourself" mentality is killing practitioners and how to break free through authentic boundaries

After 21 years, a spinal fusion, cancer, divorce, and complete practice transformation, Dr. Kristina has MORE fire in her belly now than when she started. Because real success isn't about proving you can handle everything. It's about knowing what deserves your energy and what doesn't.

Connect with Dr. Kristina Kill:

• Website: PracticeEvolution.com
• Email: dr.kristina@practiceevolution.com
• Instagram: @kristinakill
• Podcast: Chiropractic Evolution
• Practice: Family First Chiropractic & Wellness Center

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Sometimes the best moments in business happen when everything goes hilariously, beautifully off-script. Dr. Sara and Dr. Marisa dive into the wild, wonderful, and wonderfully weird world of running a family chiropractic practice where six-year-olds lick ankles, grandmothers flash the lobby, and toddlers want cowboy boots "just like Dr. M's."

This episode is pure joy wrapped in honest conversation about what it really means to create a culture where humans can be fully, authentically human. From navigating wardrobe malfunctions during scans to being someone's inspiration for bangs (yes, really), these stories remind us that the magic happens in the unscripted moments.

🔥 What You'll Hear:

Why a little girl pretending to be a dog taught them everything about meeting people where they are

The art of staying professional when patients forget the "pants stay on" rule

How team pranks and TikTok trends create the kind of workplace culture people actually want to be part of

When being looked up to means everything from hairstyle choices to shoe preferences

The beautiful vulnerability of working with families through every season of life

The Real Talk: This isn't just about funny patient stories. It's about recognizing that behind every business are real humans with real needs, and sometimes the most profound leadership lessons come from unexpected moments of connection and chaos.

These aren't just "work stories." They're reminders that when you show up with your whole heart, create space for others to do the same, and find joy in the beautifully messy reality of human connection, that's when the real magic happens. That's when work becomes more than work. That's when you're not just running a practice – you're creating a place where people belong.

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What happens when you realize the "safe" path isn't actually serving your soul? Kevin Green knows this tension intimately. From corporate chef to high school educator to personal chef turned professional speaker, Kevin's journey is a masterclass in listening to that inner voice that says "you're made for more" - even when it means walking away from security.

This conversation shares about the courage it takes to step into your authentic voice after years of playing small. Kevin shares the pivotal moments that forced him to confront his own limiting beliefs, the toxic business partnership that became his greatest teacher, and why he spent years "in the closet" - afraid to share his opinion or claim his seat at the table.

🔥 In This Episode:

• Kevin's "Three P's" framework: Purpose, Passion, and Potential as the foundation for creating a life you love
• The difference between living with closed fist control versus open-handed trust
• How a toxic business partnership and unexpected divorce became his greatest teachers about boundaries and self-worth
• Why perfectionism and the need for certainty kept him playing small for years
• The art of taking "responsible risks" while building something meaningful

The Heart Work Moment: Kevin's revelation that "questions cause anxiety, but periods produce power" - and what it means to live from a place of security rather than scrambling for certainty.

This episode reminds us that your story - even the messy, imperfect, still-being-written parts - is exactly what someone else needs to hear. Sometimes the greatest risk isn't jumping into the unknown; it's staying silent when you have something important to say.

Connect with Kevin:

• Instagram: @chefkevinculinary
• TikTok: @kevingreenelevates
• LinkedIn: @kevingreenelevates
• Website: kevingreenelevates.com

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