Have you ever wondered how stress impacts your health, and whether there's a way to measure it before it becomes overwhelming? What if you could gain actionable insights into your well-being, simply by tracking your heart’s rhythm? In this episode, Charlène sits down with Dr. Torkil Færø, a seasoned emergency physician and bestselling author of The Pulse Cure, to uncover the science behind heart rate variability (HRV) and how it can transform your health and performance.

With over 25 years of medical experience and 100,000 consultations under his belt, Dr. Torkil has a profound understanding of the interplay between stress, recovery, and lifestyle. His groundbreaking work sheds light on how HRV can reveal early signs of burnout, boost immune resilience, and help achieve balance in an increasingly stressful world. Whether you're a high-achieving professional, an athlete, or someone seeking better health, this episode provides the tools to take control of your stress levels and unlock your full potential.

“If you want to hack it, you’ve got to track it.” - Charlène Gisèle

What HRV is and why it’s a critical indicator of stress and recovery.

The difference between parasympathetic (rest) and sympathetic (stress) states.

How wearable devices like Garmin, Whoop, and Oura rings can provide real-time insights into your well-being.

Why alcohol, despite its relaxing effects, can severely impact your HRV and recovery.

Practical steps to improve HRV, including sleep, exercise, and nature exposure.

How to balance stress and recovery to prevent burnout and achieve peak performance.

Connect with Dr. Torkil on Instagram: @dr.torkil

Explore his book The Pulse Cure: Available on Amazon

Learn more: www.thepulsecure.com

Connect with Charlène:

Website: charlenegisele.com

Instagram: @charlenegisele

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Can addiction coexist with professional success, and how do you find the courage to confront it? In this deeply personal episode, Charlène Gisèle welcomes Gary Miles, a seasoned lawyer and addiction recovery advocate, to share his transformative journey of overcoming alcoholism while navigating a demanding legal career. With over 45 years of experience in law, Gary reflects on the pivotal moments that led him to confront his addiction, embrace sobriety, and ultimately reshape his mindset and life.

Charlène and Gary explore the intersection of high-stress careers, substance abuse, and mental health, shedding light on the prevalence of alcoholism in the legal profession. Gary offers invaluable insights on recognizing the hallmarks of addiction, breaking through denial, and the power of seeking help. His candid reflections and practical advice inspire hope and resilience for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting a loved one through it.

“Addiction is a prison, but the key to freedom is always within reach if you're willing to seek it.” – Gary Miles

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How addiction can silently grow alongside professional success.

• The key signs of alcoholism and how to recognize them in yourself or others.

• How denial and shame keep addiction hidden—and how to break through.

• Why high-performing professionals are more susceptible to substance abuse.

• The role of external help, from therapy to peer support, in the recovery journey.

• How overcoming addiction unlocks greater mental clarity, resilience, and joy.

Resources:

• Connect with Gary Miles on LinkedIn: Gary Miles LinkedIn

• Explore Gary’s book “Breaking Free”: garymiles.net

• Listen to Gary’s podcast “The Free Lawyer”: The Free Lawyer Podcast

Connect with Charlène:

• Website: charlenegisele.com

• Instagram: @charlenegisele

• LinkedIn: Charlène Gisèle LinkedIn

• Facebook: Coached by Charlène

Key moments:

• 00:00 Introduction

• 01:44 Gary’s early struggles with alcoholism during his legal career

• 03:27 Was stress the trigger, or was addiction always present?

• 05:41 How to recognize the hallmarks of addiction

• 07:10 The February test—how Gary’s drinking escalated over time

• 09:58 The blackout moment that changed everything

• 15:09 How addiction affects professional performance and mental health

• 19:53 How loved ones can support without enabling

• 27:41 Life after addiction—clarity, peace, and resilience

• 32:10 Can healthy coping mechanisms replace addiction?

• 41:29 Gary’s advice to those struggling or supporting someone with addiction

Is sleep deprivation wreaking havoc on your household? In this episode, Charlène Gisèle speaks with Lucy, a renowned baby sleep consultant and parenting expert, to dive into the science and heart behind baby sleep training. With years of experience helping thousands of parents worldwide, Lucy offers invaluable insights into navigating the challenges of sleepless nights, creating better bedtime routines, and fostering healthier sleep habits for both babies and parents.

Charlène and Lucy explore how small adjustments in a child’s sleep environment can lead to significant improvements, how to ease parental anxiety around sleep, and why the process of teaching babies to sleep better often reflects on parents’ own habits and mental health. Whether you’re a new parent or have multiple children, this episode will leave you with practical tools to restore peace to your household.

“A well-rested baby leads to a well-rested family. Sleep is not just a baby’s skill—it’s a family practice.” – Lucy Wolfe

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The most common sleep myths parents believe—and the truth behind them.

• Why four months is a crucial milestone for sleep training.

• How parents’ bedtime habits influence their children’s sleep patterns.

• Practical tips to help babies develop better sleep routines.

• How to address conflicts between partners regarding co-sleeping and transitioning to separate rooms.

• Strategies for alleviating mom guilt and balancing career with parenting.

Resources:

• Explore Lucy’s parenting guides and sleep training programs: Lucy’s Website

• Connect with Lucy on Instagram: @lucybabysleep

Connect with Charlène:

• Website: charlenegisele.com

• Instagram: @charlenegisele

• LinkedIn: Charlène Gisèle LinkedIn

• Facebook: Coached by Charlène

Key moments:

• 00:00 Introduction

• 03:50 When did Lucy first experience sleep challenges as a parent?

• 06:10 What are the biggest myths around baby sleep?

• 12:00 Why is four months a turning point in sleep development?

• 16:30 How can parents improve a baby’s sleep ability?

• 24:00 How does parental stress impact baby sleep?

• 29:45 What’s the ideal bedtime routine for babies?

• 35:15 How can couples navigate disagreements on baby sleep arrangements?

• 41:00 How can working moms manage career guilt and baby sleep challenges?

• 46:30 What does Lucy wish she knew before becoming a parent?