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Jun 10
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The Emotional and Physical Toll of Perfe...

Dr. Taz MD
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Adrenal fatigue, hormone imbalance, and burnout are silently draining millions of women — but it doesn’t have to be this way. In this episode, Dr. Tricia Pingel, a naturopathic physician and former model, shares her personal journey from exhaustion to energy, revealing the daily non-negotiables she uses to heal from burnout, balance stress hormones, and reclaim her joy.

You’ll learn the signs of adrenal fatigue, how perfectionism affects hormone health, and the simple shifts Dr. Pingel made to reset her nervous system and take back control of her health. This is a must-watch for women over 35, high achievers, and anyone who feels “fine” but lives in constant overwhelm.

👉 Whether you're battling low energy, hormone crashes, or burnout, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on—and how to start healing naturally.


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About Dr. Tricia Pingel


Dr. Tricia Pingel, known as "The Adrenal Whisperer," brings a uniquely powerful perspective to wellness as a naturopathic physician who began her career on fashion runways. Her journey from successful model to trusted health authority gives her rare insight into the destructive power of perfectionism and the healing potential of self-acceptance.

Through her bestselling book Total Health Turnaround and her supplement line Total Health Apothecary, Dr. Pingel guides overwhelmed professionals to transform stress into strength and burnout into balance. She has been featured on major TV platforms and in publications such as Prevention Magazine and Mind Body Green, sharing her expertise in adrenal health.


Drawing from both worlds—the image-focused world of fashion and the healing wisdom of naturopathic medicine—Dr. Pingel helps people reconnect with their authentic selves, proving that true wellness flows from self-love, not perfection. As host of the YouTube show "What Am I Modeling?", she explores how our daily choices shape not only our health but what we model for others. Her mission is simple: help you feel better, stress less, and live with joy.

Surprising tidbit: When this trusted health authority isn't transforming lives through her work, she's breaking it down on hip hop dance floors—living proof that finding your joy is the ultimate medicine

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Host & Production Team

Host: Dr. Taz; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Lead Producer: Lauren Feighan; Editors: Jeremiah Schultz and Patrick Edwards)

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00:00 Introduction to Adrenal Fatigue in Women

02:00 The Burden of Perfectionism

03:29 Dr. Pingle's Personal Journey

05:48 From Modeling to Medicine

07:21 The Impact of Stress and Loss

17:57 Rediscovering Joy and Purpose

26:00 Understanding Adrenal Fatigue

34:31 Stages of Adrenal Fatigue

40:59 Modeling Behavior for Children

48:03 Practical Steps to Manage Adrenal Fatigue

56:10 Raising Your Frequency and Healing

01:04:03 Final Thoughts and Gratitude

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