Look At Me Now with Alexis Artin

In this powerful episode of Look At Me Now, Alexis Artin sits down with neuroscience expert and brain coach Ashleigh Di Lello to unpack a story that defies logic, medicine, and odds. After being told at just 13 years old that she wouldn't survive, Ashleigh used the power of her brain and belief to fight back—only to later face chronic pain that forced her to relearn healing from the inside out. Together, they explore the truth about trauma, the nervous system, and how the brain can both protect and trap us in survival mode. This conversation blends science and soul, offering practical insight into how to rewire your mind, reconnect with your body, and reclaim control over your health and your life.
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00:00 She Was Told She Would Die at 13
03:00 The Illness No Doctor Could Diagnose
07:00 Refusing to Accept Death
11:00 Why the Brain Craves Certainty
16:00 The Power (and Danger) of Belief
21:00 How Trauma Rewires the Nervous System
27:00 The Perfectionism Survival Pattern
33:00 Building a Dream Life… Then Losing It Again
38:00 Chronic Pain, Motherhood & Rock Bottom
44:00 When Giving Up Feels Easier
48:00 Discovering the Brain-Pain Connection
55:00 Why You Can't Think Your Way to Healing
1:00:00 Brain vs Body (and Why It Matters)
1:03:00 Bio-Emotional Healing Explained
1:07:00 The "Look At Me Now" Reflection
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Connect with Ashleigh:
Instagram: @ashleighdilello
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Learn more at AlexisArtin.com
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This episode is brought to you by AX3 Life.
In this deeply personal and transformative episode, holistic wellness expert Koya Webb shares how she overcame childhood trauma, athletic injury, burnout, and emotional suppression to build a life rooted in purpose, healing, and alignment. Through practices like breathwork, yoga, and nervous system regulation, Koya reveals how true wellness goes far beyond surface-level health trends, offering practical tools to reconnect with your body, process emotions, and create lasting inner peace. This conversation is a powerful guide for anyone seeking healing, clarity, and a more authentic, soul-aligned life.
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00:00 – Intro and AX3
01:12 – Meet Koya Webb (More Than Just 'Wellness Expert')
03:15 – Why Most of the Wellness Industry Isn't Actually 'Well'
06:23 – From Poverty & Trauma to Global Success
10:09 – The First Step to Healing: Disconnect to Reconnect
11:20 – The '7 Sacred Breaths' That Reset Your Nervous System
14:07 – Childhood Intuition, Nature & Early Ambition
18:40 – Suppression, Shame & Losing Your Authentic Self
22:11 – How Movement (Track & Athletics) Became Emotional Release
26:44 – Injury → Depression → Discovering Yoga
28:26 – "Just Breathe" — The Moment That Changed Everything
32:00 – Modeling, Rejection & The Power of Asking 'Why'
36:39 – The Danger of False Narratives & Self-Doubt
41:36 – Becoming a Life Coach & Building a Career Helping Others
44:24 – Working with Stevie Wonder & Celebrity Clients
50:50 – Visioning Your Life & Creating Your Future
53:29 – The Dark Side of Success: Burnout & Overwhelm
56:07 – Breaking Point: Loneliness, Trauma & Nervous System Collapse
58:15 – Healing Trauma, Rewiring Beliefs & Finding Love
59:55 – Why Healing Never Ends (Especially in Relationships)
1:00:26 – Final Reflection: Becoming Love
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Connect with Koya:
Instagram: @koyawebb
Follow Alexis @alexis_artin
Learn more at AlexisArtin.com
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In this deeply raw and transformative episode, breakup coach Cole Zesiger shares how a sudden divorce shattered his identity, forced him into a painful journey of self-discovery, and ultimately led him to rebuild his life from the ground up. From losing 20 pounds and spiraling into self-doubt to obsessively trying to win his ex back, Cole reveals how embracing "no contact," developing self-worth, and redesigning his life helped him heal—and eventually find love again. This conversation breaks down the psychology of heartbreak, attachment styles, and why most people struggle to move on, offering a powerful roadmap for anyone navigating loss, rejection, or emotional recovery.
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0:00 The Divorce That Broke Him
3:30 Losing Identity After Marriage
8:15 The Rebound That Made It Worse
14:00 "I'm Unlovable" Belief
20:00 Obsessing Over Getting Her Back
25:30 The Unexpected Self-Improvement
35:00 Seeing His Ex Move On
40:00 Learning to Love Being Alone
50:00 Meeting His Wife
58:00 The Breakup Healing Framework
1:05:00 Why "No Contact" Works
1:15:00 Breadcrumbing Explained
1:20:00 Should You Ever Get Back Together?
1:25:00 Final Message to Himself
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Connect with Cole:
Follow on Instagram @coachcolezesiger
Follow Alexis @alexis_artin
Learn more at AlexisArtin.com
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Today we dive deep into the intersection of personal transformation and longevity with David Watumull, CEO and co-founder of AX3 Life. From an unconventional upbringing in Hawaii to skipping the traditional academic path, David shares how curiosity led him to discover astaxanthin—a powerful molecule that targets inflammation and oxidative stress at the cellular level. Alexis and David explore how modern health challenges stem from foundational imbalances, why most treatments only address symptoms, and how this "super molecule" may support both lifespan and healthspan. This conversation is about more than wellness—it's about purpose, curiosity, and redefining what it means to truly thrive.
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0:00 – The Molecule That Could Change Longevity
0:45 – Meet David Watumull: From Hawaii to Biotech
3:00 – Family Roots & Entrepreneurial DNA
5:10 – Growing Up Between Cultures
7:15 – Learning How to Think vs. What to Think
11:30 – Skipping College & Choosing an Unconventional Path
12:00 – Discovering Astaxanthin in Hawaiian Microalgae
16:00 – Why Success Doesn't Follow One Path
20:00 – What Is Inflammation Really Doing to Your Body?
22:00 – Why Most Medicine Only Treats Symptoms
24:00 – The Science of Astaxanthin Explained Simply
30:00 – Why This Molecule Works Across the Entire Body
34:30 – Longevity Research & NIH Study Results
39:00 – Extending Lifespan vs. Healthspan
43:00 – Stress, Environment & Modern Health Decline
47:00 – "Super Molecule" vs. Traditional Supplements
52:00 – Why You Can't Just Eat More Salmon
57:00 – The Mission: Bringing This to the World
1:01:00 – Eastern vs. Western Medicine Bridge
1:03:00 – Final Reflection: "I Love You"
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Connect with AX3 Life:
Instagram: @ax3.life
Follow Alexis @alexis_artin
Learn more at AlexisArtin.com
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Today we dive into the real, unfiltered journey of healing with mindfulness expert and author Michelle Maros, revealing that even with all the "right" tools, life can still feel overwhelming. Michelle shares how growing up with mindfulness didn't prevent her from experiencing deep struggle—burnout, a toxic relationship, and losing trust in herself—but ultimately led her back to rebuilding self-worth through small, consistent practices. Together, we unpack the myth of perfection in wellness, the persistence of negative thoughts, and the power of self-compassion, reminding listeners that nothing is "wrong" with them—they're simply human. The conversation ultimately centers on learning to trust yourself again, embracing both the light and shadow within, and finding peace in realizing that who you are, right now, is already enough.
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00:00 – Welcome to Look At Me Now
00:01:00 – Meet Michelle Maros (Bestselling Author & Mindfulness Expert)
00:02:00 – Why We Don't Let Ourselves Feel Proud
00:05:20 – Michelle's Origin Story & Growing Up With Mindfulness
00:08:00 – The Truth About "Overnight Success" (14+ Years in the Making)
00:10:00 – Mindful Parenting vs Traditional Upbringing
00:12:55 – The Breaking Point: Corporate Life, Toxic Relationship & Awakening
00:15:20 – You Can Have the Tools… and Still Suffer
00:16:30 – "Life is Difficult" — The Quote That Changed Everything
00:19:00 – Turning Pain Into Purpose (Your Mess = Your Message)
00:20:00 – Why Healing Is Built on Small Daily Practices
00:21:00 – The Myth of "Perfect" Meditation & Comparison Trap
00:22:30 – You Don't Lose Your Edge—You Gain Awareness
00:24:30 – Wellness Industry Illusions & Being Human
00:26:00 – "Have I Wasted My Life?" — The Voice We All Hear
00:28:00 – How to Stop the Spiral Before It Takes Over
00:30:45 – TOOL: Rewiring Your Brain (Thought Grooves)
00:32:15 – TOOL: HALT Method (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired)
00:34:30 – Why Self-Care Is Simple… But Not Easy
00:37:00 – The Real Meaning Behind Dear Friend
00:41:00 – Rebuilding Self-Trust After Losing Yourself
00:44:00 – What's Next: New Book, Healing Cycles, Future Vision
00:46:00 – The Power of Small Acts of Kindness
00:48:30 – The Mirror Question (Signature Closing Moment)
00:49:40 – "I'm Proud of You" — Michelle's Emotional Breakthrough
00:51:00 – Final Reflections & Outro
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Connect with Michelle:
Instagram: @michellemaros
Follow Alexis @alexis_artin
Learn more at AlexisArtin.com
Fight inflammation and other key hallmarks of aging with astaxanthin and use checkout code LAMN at https://www.AX3.Life/lamn for an exclusive discount
Save 50% on any SoulSway experience with code LAMN50
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