In this deeply inspiring first installment of a two-part series on the Wellness Plus Podcast, host Chelsea Carolyn sits down with Evan Transue, a youth mental health speaker and the host of the Health Detective Podcast. Evan shares his incredible journey from battling severe mental health struggles and substance abuse to becoming a voice for change in the field of functional medicine.

Through candid storytelling, Evan details his "Aha Moment," the pivotal turning point that led him to transform his life. He dives into the critical role of personal responsibility in overcoming adversity, the profound connection between mental and physical health, and how the environment and lifestyle factors—like sleep, diet, and light exposure—can shape our well-being.

Evan also shares powerful anecdotes from his work speaking at schools, where his vulnerability and honesty have saved lives and ignited hope. This episode is packed with valuable insights, practical advice, and thought-provoking discussions about mental health, functional medicine, and how we can empower ourselves to take control of our own healing.

In this episdoe you will learn about:

The transformative power of personal responsibility.
The link between mental and physical health.
Practical tips for managing mental health, including the impact of circadian rhythms and light exposure.
Stories of lives changed through Evan’s speaking engagements.
Whether you're struggling with mental health, curious about functional medicine, or simply looking for an inspiring story of resilience and hope, this episode is not to be missed.

Look out for Part #2 of this riviting interview with Evan coming in 2025!

If this episode resonated with you and you would like to contact Evan you can find his links to his website and socials below:

Website: https://evantransue.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evantransue_/

Evan, in his partnership with Functional Diagnostics Nutrition would like to offer listeners free access to one of thier most popular webinars called "Step by Step System to Overcome Unwanted Health Issues" at http://www.fdntraining.com/anisha

If you are interested in becoming certified in functional diagnostic nutrition you can do so by following this link: https://www.anw5astrk.com/3FFXQ69/2CTPL/

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