In today’s post, we’re covering it all—foot health, clean beauty, and the emotional side of medicine—with Dr. Anne Sharkey. 👩‍⚕️✨ She’s not just a double board-certified foot and ankle surgeon; she’s also a multi-passionate entrepreneur who opened her own medical practice and a nail salon (yes, there’s a reason for that!). If you’ve ever had foot pain, questionable pedicures, or mom guilt—this one’s for you.

✻ The surprising reason Dr. Sharkey opened a nail salon alongside her medical practice (hint: 🚩 the biggest red flag at most nail salons).
✻ Heel pain & plantar fasciitis—why it’s happening and the real way to fix it (spoiler: you’re probably not stretching enough!).
✻ Ingrown toenails, nail fungus, and foot health—why these issues are more emotional than you think.
✻ Root cause treatment vs. band-aid solutions—why cortisone shots aren’t always the answer.
✻ How Dr. Sharkey navigates motherhood and ambition—her emotional take on mom guilt, setting an example for her daughter, and the power of community in balancing it all.

LET’S DIVE IN. 🖤

Hey hey friends! And welcome back to the show. One of the things I love MOST about this space is that we get to have conversations about everything—the girl talk you never knew you needed or the conversations your circle might not be having. It’s a place where you can nod along, say “me too,” and never feel alone.

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I'll share all the details in next week’s episode, but if you already know you want in, DM me the word ‘RETREAT’ on Instagram, and I’ll make sure you get first dibs. Trust me, you won’t want to miss this.

Okay—back to today’s episode. Because I know firsthand how much you need your feet and how easy it is to take them for granted… until chronic pain shows up and changes everything.

Our guest today, Dr. Anne Sharkey, is a board-certified podiatrist with a passion for helping women tackle foot pain in ways that go beyond quick fixes. She’s all about getting to the root causes, so you can live your life to the fullest without discomfort holding you back.

We’ll be talking about everything from common foot health mistakes to the small, everyday things you can do to care for yourself—starting from the ground up. Whether you’re dealing with pain or just want to feel your best, this conversation will leave you feeling empowered and informed.

So, grab your coffee (or your comfiest slippers), and let’s dive in. It’s an honor to welcome Dr. Anne Sharkey to the show! 🖤

KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE 👇🏼

① Dr. Sharkey shares why she opened a nail salon alongside her foot and ankle practice—and the shocking number of women coming in with infections from unsafe pedicure practices. She breaks down what to look for in a clean nail salon.

② Next, we tackle heel pain, plantar fasciitis, and why so many women struggle with foot issues—plus, the best ways to prevent and treat them. (Hint: your feet need more love than they’re getting!)

③ We dive into the emotional side of foot health—why shame and embarrassment often keep women from seeking treatment for things like ingrown toenails and nail fungus, and why it’s time to break the stigma.

④ Finally, Dr. Sharkey opens up about mom guilt and ambition, sharing an emotional moment about what she hopes her daughter learns from watching her chase her dreams. She reminds us of the power of community and why we all need women in our corner to lift us up.

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