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Life Boost with AmeliaAuthor: Dr. Amelia Knight Pinkston
Welcome to the Life Boost with Amelia podcast where we're changing the narrative around what true health and success look like. They should give you energy, not drain them. Whether youre a veterinary professional, a high-achieving perfectionist, or a people pleaser ready to not just look good on paper but to FEEL good, my goal is to always leave you with a fresh perspective that lifts a weight off your shoulders by the end of the episode. I'm your host, Dr. Amelia - multi-passionate integrative health and life coach, entrepreneur, and recovered burnout veterinarian. Together, we'll explore the science behind how your brain and body work, including the unconscious mind while also connecting with what your heart needs in order to stand up to the norm of feeling stuck on a hamster wheel-working hard yet feeling exhausted and not where you want to be- and instead live a life that makes you excited to get out of bed in the morning and in love with who you see when you look in the mirror. The reality is if you do what everyone else is doing, you're not going to feel good. Let's break the norm. Language: en-us Genres: Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Nutrition Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Ep. 96 | The Story No One Is Telling: What a Team USA Bobsledder’s Brain Injury Reveals About Depression and Mental Health
Episode 96
Monday, 9 February, 2026
Send me a text sharing your thoughts or questions This episode started as a conversation about an elite sport — but it quickly became something much bigger.Former Team USA bobsledder Will Person shares what happened years after repeated head trauma left him battling confusion, depression, memory loss, and suicidal thoughts — long after his athletic career ended.His story highlights a critical gap in how we understand mental health: many people struggling with depression, personality changes, or cognitive decline may be living with untreated brain injury — without knowing it.With the Winter Olympics underway, this conversation offers an important behind-the-scenes look at what high-impact sports demand of the brain — and why athletes are often taught to push through symptoms that appear “minor” at the time.In veterinary medicine and other caregiving professions, mental health struggles are often framed as emotional or psychological problems alone.This episode invites a deeper question: What happens when physical brain injury, chronic stress, inflammation, or nervous system overload are part of the picture — but never evaluated?In this episode, we explore:How repeated sub-concussive impacts can affect the brain years laterWhy CTE and brain injuries are often misdiagnosed or overlookedThe hidden mental health toll of elite sports — and other head trauma that may be dismissed or forgottenWhy “rest and return to play” is often not enough for concussionsHow hyperbaric oxygen therapy helped restore clarity, energy, and hope — and what this could mean for future brain-based mental health careIf you know someone who has experienced a concussion, head injury, or unexplained mental health changes — especially years later — please share this episode to help raise awareness.Resources & ways to support Will’s work:William’s GoFundMe is: https://gofund.me/93ff9c6e To help open a CTE Recovery Center for athletes and military veteransLinks to William’s Social Media: @onemanwithachamber (LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok) If you or someone you love is struggling with suicidal thoughts, help is available. In the U.S., call or text 988. Outside the U.S., visit findahelpline.com.Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical, mental health, or professional advice. I am a certified health and life coach, not a licensed medical or mental health professional. Please consult with a healthcare provider before making any changes to your physical or mental health routines. If you are experiencing a crisis, seek help from a qualified professional or contact emergency services.Connect with me on your favorite social media channel: Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn! To learn more about my approach and the programs and free resources available to support you, visit my website: www.lifeboost.todayI love to hear from you. You can always reach me at amelia@lifeboost.today.
