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What Am I Modeling with Dr. Tricia Pingel
Here's the uncomfortable truth: You're modeling something through your behavior every single day, whether you realize it or not. The question that will change everything: What am I modeling?
I'm Dr. Tricia Pingel, a naturopathic physician and stress expert with an unusual background - I started working as a professional fashion model when I was 9 months old. Between modeling and medicine, I learned to look perfect while completely losing myself in the process.
When my mom died after a 9-month cancer battle, I realized my boys had been watching me their entire lives, learning that pushing through no matter what was the only way to live. That's when I found my way back to myself through hip hop dance and discovered the power of authentic living.
This show is for anyone tired of looking successful on the outside while barely holding it together on the inside.You'll hear my messy transformation stories, raw conversations with people who've stopped performing and started actually living, medical insights on stress and why your body keeps the score, real talk about surviving high-pressure work environments, and permission-giving moments that make you feel less alone.
This is your permission slip to stop modeling burnout and start curating joy.
New episodes every Tuesday.
About Dr. Tricia: Naturopathic physician, bestselling author of "Total Health Turnaround" (60,000+ copies), and featured expert in Prevention Magazine, Good Housekeeping, and Women's Health. Connect at drpingel.com.
What Am I Modeling with Dr. Tricia Pingel
When Your Gut Instinct Knows Better Than Your Doctor: Dr. Tricia Pingel and Victoria LaFont
Welcome back to What Am I Modeling!
Today I'm joined by Victoria LaFont, a music school dropout who decided to hitchhike through Oregon and Hawaii instead of finishing her opera training - and that bold choice set her on a path to becoming a marketing expert helping hundreds of burned-out clinicians rediscover their passion for their work. Our conversation was one of those deep dives into what it really means to trust yourself and the incredible power of belief in healing.
Here's what we explored together:
✨ The importance of trusting your gut instinct and why we often ignore it
✨ How belief in healing can be more powerful than the treatment itself
✨ The real impact of mindset on health outcomes and life decisions
✨ Navigating regret and comparison while staying true to your own journey
✨ Why embracing change and taking risks opens doors to unexpected possibilities
✨ Practical mindfulness techniques that actually reduce pain and anxiety
✨ How modeling authenticity gives others permission to do the same
Victoria's journey from leaving traditional education to follow her instincts perfectly illustrates the themes we dive into - sometimes the biggest risks lead to the most meaningful outcomes. She brings such thoughtful perspective to both the wellness industry and conventional medicine, sharing what she's learned about the subconscious mind, healing, and why small moments of joy matter as much as the big transformations.
Victoria LaFont discusses the importance of following your intuition, especially when it comes to health. She emphasizes listening to your inner voice and trusting those gut feelings you should not ignore. Her podcast, 'Influence to Death', explores how outside influences can affect your personal growth and decision-making abilities.
Whether you're questioning your own instincts, dealing with health challenges that don't fit conventional boxes, feeling stuck in a path that doesn't feel right, or simply wanting to trust yourself more deeply, this conversation offers real insight and encouragement.
Connect with Victoria LaFont:
🌐 Website: www.thelafontagency.com
📱 Instagram: @thelafontagency
🎙️ Podcast: 'Influenced to Death'
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💫 What's one area where you know you need to trust your gut more? Share your thoughts in the comments - your insight might be exactly what someone else needs to hear.
