46: How Political Divides Are Wrecking Our Health (And How We Fix It): With Tami Pyfer

Girls Talk Healthy Aging

Join co-hosts Alli Kerr and Shawna Kaminski for an enlightening conversation with Tami Pyfer on this episode of the Girls Talk Healthy Aging Podcast. Tami's journey is truly inspiring—from her beginnings as a teacher to her impactful role as the Education Policy Advisor for the former Governor of Utah during the challenging COVID-19 era. Disheartened by the divisiveness in the school system, Tami (a lifelong Republican) found new hope and direction through her work teaming up with Tim Shriver (Democrat & member of the Kennedy Family) who is the Chairman of the Special Olympics. They both had a desire to unite the divides in America especially as related to politics. In 2018, Tim formed an organization to do this work. Tami later joined after she completed her role as Education Policy Advisor for the Governor of Utah.

Discover how Tami transitioned from education to uniting people through the Dignity Index which she co-created, a powerful tool designed to improve our language and communication around differences. This episode delves into how our words and thoughts influence our health, relationships, and society, and how the Dignity Index can be a game-changer in reducing stress and promoting well-being. With the American Presidential Election of 2024 in full swing, this episode is right on time.

Tune in to learn how to transform your health and fix divisions in your family, friends, community, and country. You can access links to the Dignity Index below. Let’s take back our health and happiness by embracing dignity in our everyday lives.

Listen now and be part of the change towards a healthier, happier, and more united world!

Go Here to learn more about the Dignity Index: https://www.dignityindex.us

About Tami Pyfer: She is the Chief of Staff and VP External for UNITE. She is also a co-creator of the Dignity Index serving as the Utah Project Lead for the Dignity Index demonstration pilot. Before joining UNITE, Tami served as Education Policy Advisor to former Utah Governor Gary Herbert, where she was involved in state-level education policy development, coalition building, and stakeholder engagement. She held local and state elected office for 12 years, including 4 years on the Utah State Board of Education.

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