244: His Son Beat Stage 4 Cancer at Age 1—Here's the Integrative Approach That Worked - Part 2
Wed Feb 04 2026
I’m delighted to have Ryan Sternagle with me today for Part 2 of a two-part series.
Ryan is the father of a child who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma shortly before his first birthday. Their family navigated an incredibly challenging journey and is now committed to educating others to support the body’s natural healing processes.
Today, in Part 2, we explore ways to increase positive emotions, the power of belief, positive intentions, forest bathing, and the interventions the Sternagles used to help their son. Ryan discusses the latest innovative treatments for cancer and shares his recommendations for anti-cancer nutrients. He also shares special offers for listeners for his supplements and memberships.
Please listen to Part 1 first if you have not already done so.
How to use small positive triggers to reset your mindset and manage stress:
Straighten your shoulders, take a few deep breaths, and think of something you’re grateful for each time you go through a doorway.
While waiting in line, in traffic, or for water to fill, pause to check your presence and become aware of your vibe.
Notice when you’re triggered, take a step back, breathe, and analyze what’s causing it.
Use these small repeated actions as intentional positive cues throughout the day.
Bio: Ryan Sternagle
Ryan Sternagel is the cofounder, along with his wife, Teddy, of The Stern Method, a platform informing and inspiring families preventing or reversing cancer to succeed on all fronts.
In May of 2014, their son Ryder was diagnosed with stage four neuroblastoma, a childhood cancer of the nervous system, eleven days before his first birthday.
Through an integrative approach, leaving nothing on the table, and ridding their lives of all possible causes, including building a non-toxic house in the middle of the woods. Today, Ryder is thriving.
Through continually seeking out and interviewing the world’s top integrative cancer doctors to stay up to date, their Going Integrative Plus member community, and their Our Health Naturally supplement line, The Sternagels have committed their lives to making healing and prevention easier for others than it was for them.
In this episode:
How belief and intention can shape healing and daily life outcomes
How patients with the same diagnosis but different mindsets can have very different outcomes
How releasing emotions and strengthening belief can impact healing and bring about spontaneous remissions
How the energy and emotional state of the parents can influence a child’s resilience
The benefit of using small intentional cues to shift your vibe throughout the day
How spending time in nature boosts immune markers and reduces stress
The devices and therapies Ryan used initially to aid his son’s nerve function and recovery
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Your Longevity Blueprint: DIM – 60 capsules
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Use code GRAY15 on Airdoctorpro website for discounts
Guest Social Media Links:
The Stern Method
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I’m delighted to have Ryan Sternagle with me today for Part 2 of a two-part series. Ryan is the father of a child who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma shortly before his first birthday. Their family navigated an incredibly challenging journey and is now committed to educating others to support the body’s natural healing processes. Today, in Part 2, we explore ways to increase positive emotions, the power of belief, positive intentions, forest bathing, and the interventions the Sternagles used to help their son. Ryan discusses the latest innovative treatments for cancer and shares his recommendations for anti-cancer nutrients. He also shares special offers for listeners for his supplements and memberships. Please listen to Part 1 first if you have not already done so. How to use small positive triggers to reset your mindset and manage stress: Straighten your shoulders, take a few deep breaths, and think of something you’re grateful for each time you go through a doorway. While waiting in line, in traffic, or for water to fill, pause to check your presence and become aware of your vibe. Notice when you’re triggered, take a step back, breathe, and analyze what’s causing it. Use these small repeated actions as intentional positive cues throughout the day. Bio: Ryan Sternagle Ryan Sternagel is the cofounder, along with his wife, Teddy, of The Stern Method, a platform informing and inspiring families preventing or reversing cancer to succeed on all fronts. In May of 2014, their son Ryder was diagnosed with stage four neuroblastoma, a childhood cancer of the nervous system, eleven days before his first birthday. Through an integrative approach, leaving nothing on the table, and ridding their lives of all possible causes, including building a non-toxic house in the middle of the woods. Today, Ryder is thriving. Through continually seeking out and interviewing the world’s top integrative cancer doctors to stay up to date, their Going Integrative Plus member community, and their Our Health Naturally supplement line, The Sternagels have committed their lives to making healing and prevention easier for others than it was for them. In this episode: How belief and intention can shape healing and daily life outcomes How patients with the same diagnosis but different mindsets can have very different outcomes How releasing emotions and strengthening belief can impact healing and bring about spontaneous remissions How the energy and emotional state of the parents can influence a child’s resilience The benefit of using small intentional cues to shift your vibe throughout the day How spending time in nature boosts immune markers and reduces stress The devices and therapies Ryan used initially to aid his son’s nerve function and recovery Links and Resources: Your Longevity Blueprint: DIM – 60 capsules Use code HEALGUT to get 10% off GI Support Use code GRAY15 on Airdoctorpro website for discounts Guest Social Media Links: The Stern Method Relative Links for This Show: Going Integrative + Membership: Use the discount code: BLUEPRINT50 for 50% off the first month subscription Our Health Naturally-Time-sensitive Podcast Special Deal: Use the code BLUEPRINT20 for 20% off during the 2 weeks after podcast launch, OR use the code BLUEPRINT for 10% off, ongoing Follow Your Longevity Blueprint On Instagram| Facebook| Twitter| YouTube | LinkedIn Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray On Facebook| Instagram| Youtube | Twitter | LinkedIn Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic Podcast production by Team Podcast