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| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 20-Minute Rule | 06 nov. 2024 | 00:13:43 | |
202. Ever feel overwhelmed when attempting to start (or complete) a project because you feel you don’t have enough time? How about that to-do list that keeps getting pushed back? Help is on the way in the form of “The 20-Minute Rule.” Tune in as I explain what the 20-Minute Rule is and how you can use it to shift from procrastination to action. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Your November 2024 Forecast and Affirmation | 30 oct. 2024 | 00:20:02 | |
201. Tune in this week for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of November as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Aging, Loss, and Creative Self-Expression: the Importance of Meeting Yourself With Laura Staton | 23 oct. 2024 | 00:58:40 | |
200. I am celebrating the 200th episode of my podcast with one of my favorite people, my friend and yoga therapist, Laura Staton. Join us this week as we discuss life, loss, aging, the importance of allowing yourself to dream, meeting yourself where you’re at, and figuring out what's important to you. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Connect With Your Inner Child | 16 oct. 2024 | 00:21:40 | |
199. When was the last time you connected with your inner child? My what? Yes, we all have one. Join me this week as I explore what our inner child is and its importance in our lives. I will share 5 ways to connect with your inner child that allows you to experience more self-care, self-compassion, healing and forgiveness. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Encore: The Truth About an Anti-Inflammatory Diet | 09 oct. 2024 | 00:28:28 | |
198. This week I am giving you an encore of my most popular episode! "The Truth About an Anti-Inflammatory Diet" ~ Eating an anti-inflammatory diet is beneficial and healing, but what is really involved when aiming to tame inflammation? Join me as I discuss an anti-inflammatory diet and explain why what you eat directly impacts gut health and immune function. I give you 5 guidelines to incorporate an anti-inflammatory diet into your daily life and recommend specific journal prompts for you to explore what’s causing you inflammation and how to tune in to your body and nourish yourself. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Your October 2024 Forecast and Affirmation | 02 oct. 2024 | 00:22:37 | |
197. Tune in this week for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of October as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Earthing: Ground Your Body and Lower Inflammation | 25 sept. 2024 | 00:24:47 | |
196. Earthing, also known as grounding, is when your body has direct contact with the earth, connecting you to the earth’s natural electric charge. Earthing research suggests that consistent earthing practices can bring a myriad of health benefits including lower inflammation and improved overall health and wellbeing. Tune in this week to learn more about the practice of earthing, how to do it, the health benefits, and what to do if and when you can’t get outside. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Creativity as a Wellness Practice | 18 sept. 2024 | 00:22:47 | |
195. Creativity is a key component of holistic health and essential to living a wellness lifestyle. Creative expression is just as important to your health as the conventional ways of diet, exercise, and sleep. Tune in this week as I explore creativity as a wellness practice. I explain what creativity means, its many health benefits, and how to incorporate it into your daily life. You’ll leave the episode inspired to make creativity a part of your wellness practice. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Trauma, Survivor's Guilt, and Learning to Be Seen With Ilise S. Carter | 11 sept. 2024 | 01:06:22 | |
194. This week I introduce you to Ilise S. Carter, author, journalist and sideshow performer, who worked in the Twin Towers at the World Trade Center. Tune in as Ilise shares her story of waking up late on 9/11, resulting in her not being in the Twin Towers on that tragic day and how that changed her life and wellbeing forever. Listen in as she describes her experience of having survivors' guilt and developing panic attacks following the event. Ilise also discusses how this changed her life and her wellbeing, how she reclaimed the trauma by becoming a fire performer and how this experience became a huge part of her origin story and the woman she’s become. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Your September 2024 Forecast and Affirmation | 04 sept. 2024 | 00:21:34 | |
193. Tune in this week for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of September as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Look at Your Body | 28 août 2024 | 00:11:37 | |
192. This week I invite you to take a fresh look at your body by thinking about it in loving and compassionate ways. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Depression, Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Creating Joy and Softness With Danielle Colby | 21 août 2024 | 01:16:40 | |
191. This week I introduce you to Danielle Colby, a multifaceted television personality, burlesque entertainer, entrepreneur, and passionate collector, best known for her role on History's hit reality television series, American Pickers. Tune in as Danielle opens up and shares her struggles with trigeminal neuralgia, a chronic neurological pain condition that involves sudden attacks of severe facial pain, while also dealing with depression and a bipolar diagnosis. Emphasizing the importance of a support system and community, Danielle discusses the significant lifestyle changes she’s made in order to support her own health and healing. Visit Danielle's website. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| What Is Heart Centered Living? | 14 août 2024 | 00:25:23 | |
190. Join me this week as I explore living a heart-centered life. I share what it means, why it’s important, and how to live a heart-centered life that benefits your health and wellness. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Primary Foods vs. Secondary Foods | 07 août 2024 | 00:18:51 | |
189. Join me this week as I discuss the differences between primary foods and secondary foods. One encompasses more than what is actually on your plate, the parts of your life that feed your mind, body and spirit; the other refers to the foods we actually eat. I’ll share how the synergy between them is essential to supporting your optimal health and wellness. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Your August 2024 Forecast and Affirmation | 31 juil. 2024 | 00:21:51 | |
188. Tune in this week for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of August as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Resistance Is A Part of the Process: A Conversation With Selena Lael | 24 juil. 2024 | 00:53:23 | |
187. This week I am delighted to bring Selena Lael back to the podcast. Selena is a certified Life Coach, E-RYT Yoga Instructor, and meditation and mindfulness facilitator. Selena’s work is deeply rooted in love and compassion, and the principle that self-love is a gateway to true freedom and awakening. Listen in as we discuss the idea that resistance is a part of the process. We also explore the concepts and experiences we have with trust, allowing and surrender as we navigate our lives and our healing journey. To connect with Selena visit her website Listen to her talks and guided meditations on InsightTimer Join Selena in Bali for SoulShine Retreat, April 2025 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| How “Hello” Is Healing | 17 juil. 2024 | 00:10:57 | |
186. Do you ever experience discontent with parts of yourself? Are there parts of yourself, your body or your emotions, that you ignore, neglect or are uncomfortable with? Often when we dislike something about ourselves, we tend to ignore it. On the other hand, it’s also common to fixate on what’s bothering us and let negative self-talk take over. Tune in today as I share a new approach: saying Hello to those parts of us that may be needing some attention, kindness and care. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Remembering Summer Through Your Body | 10 juil. 2024 | 00:11:58 | |
185. As we move through the year and find ourselves in the midst of summer, it’s the perfect time to take a pause, connect with your body and set new intentions. What does summer mean to you? How is your body feeling? How do you experience summer through your body? One way to connect to your body is through memories of past summers. Join me this week as we remember summer through our body and our senses. Let’s nurture self-awareness and body connection by setting intentions for the rest of the summer. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Your July 2024 Forecast and Affirmation | 03 juil. 2024 | 00:20:26 | |
184. Tune in this week for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of July as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| What Are the Akashic Records? Uncovering Your Life’s Purpose With Ryan Migge | 26 juin 2024 | 01:11:55 | |
183. This week I introduce you to my friend Ryan Miggie, Wholeness Coach and Akashic & Intuitive Reader, and Reiki Practitioner. Tune in as we discuss our paths of spiritual growth, and the importance of connecting with our body and intuition. Hear Ryan’s story of learning to love and accept himself and why he became a Wholeness Coach utilizing various spiritual healing modalities so he can help others uncover their life and soul’s purpose. Ryan Migge is a former musical theatre performer, drag persona, and burlesque artist now turned Wholeness Coach utilizing a plethora of modalities to foster healing and expansion. He works in the Akashic Records and as an intuitive reader. Ryan is a certified Integrative Change Worker and a Usui & Holy Fire level 2 Reiki practitioner. He calls his work "the Great Remembering," as he helps his clients remember their divine power, their connection to Source, and their whole, perfect selves. Ryan believes wholeheartedly in the power of play, which informs his work with a curious and playful energy. To connect with Ryan visit, www.ryanmigge.com ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Remembering My Dad: The Good and the Complexities | 19 juin 2024 | 00:35:10 | |
182. Today, June 19, 2024 would have been my dad’s 93rd birthday. He died in 2013. This year, as both Father’s Day and his birthday were approaching, I decided to dedicate a podcast about him, reflecting how his views on health impacted me. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| What Is Healthism and Why Is It Problematic? | 12 juin 2024 | 00:20:28 | |
181. Caring about your health, and the health of loved ones, is important, whether it’s trying to manage a chronic condition or disease, healing from an injury, attempting to decrease inflammation, or taking preventative action to insure healthy longevity. But, for some, an all-consuming focus on health may result in negative side effects, resulting in “healthism,” the belief that, in the pursuit of health, there is a “right” and “moral” way. Tune in this week as I further explain what healthism is, its origins, how it shows up in everyday life, and why it is problematic. I’ll share 4 tips to shift away from a healthism mindset. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| The Dangers of Labeling Food as “Good” and “Bad" | 05 juin 2024 | 00:28:12 | |
180. Our culture labels certain foods as “good” such as vegetables and fish, or “bad” such ice cream and cake. We also tend to label ourselves as “good” or “bad,” based on what we eat. While this may seem harmless, it contributes to a toxic diet culture. When we assign moral value to the foods we eat, and to ourselves, it’s detrimental to our emotional and mental wellbeing. Tune in this week as I explore the dangers of labeling food good or bad, 3 reasons to stop and 4 positive approaches to cultivating a harmonious relationship with food. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Your June 2024 Forecast and Affirmation | 29 mai 2024 | 00:27:54 | |
179. Join me today for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of June as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| What Is a High Vibration Diet? Why The Energy of Food Matters | 22 mai 2024 | 00:29:34 | |
178. You’ve heard of an anti-inflammatory diet, but have you heard of a high vibration diet? Tune in this week as I talk about high vibrational foods. I explain what they are, 3 factors to look for when determining a food’s level of vibration, high vibration vs. low vibration foods, and why the energy of your food matters and how it impacts your health. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| The Power of "I AM" Statements | 15 mai 2024 | 00:19:57 | |
177. “I AM” is one of the most powerful statements we can make. What follows “I am” defines who you believe you are. Tune in this week as I share a recent realization with “I am” statements and encourage you to recognize the way you speak about yourself shapes your perceptions, beliefs, and ultimately, your reality. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Health Crises, Childhood Trauma, and Stand-Up Comedy With Ophira Eisenberg | 08 mai 2024 | 01:16:38 | |
176. This week I introduce you to Ophira Eisenberg, stand-up comedian and host of the comedy podcast “Parenting Is A Joke.” Tune in as we two spirited Capricorns discuss death of a parent, childhood trauma, health crises, including breast cancer, staying relevant in your career as you age and how owning your own narrative supports healing and wellness. Follow Ophira on Instagram and on her website, ophiraeisenberg.com ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Your May 2024 Forecast and Affirmation | 01 mai 2024 | 00:24:06 | |
175. Join me today for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of April as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| What Is Toxic Positivity? Why It’s Harmful and How to Deal With It | 24 avr. 2024 | 00:27:10 | |
174. Have you ever masked painful emotions by trying to just "get over it?” Ever feel guilty about feeling sad, angry, or frustrated? Do you tend to give “positive-only” perspectives, such as “Think of all you have to be thankful for!” instead of validating the person’s emotional experience? We understand the benefits of having a positive attitude, but what happens when that positivity turns toxic? Tune in this week as I define toxic positivity and what it means to experience it. I’ll examine its causes, signs, and expressions and why it is harmful to our health. I’ll discuss what to do about toxic positivity and provide non-toxic alternatives. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Applying the 5 Love Languages to Self-Love | 17 avr. 2024 | 00:20:17 | |
173. When it comes to receiving love, joy, nourishment, and healing, we often look outside of ourselves. We channel our energy into our relationships and caring for others, often ignoring our own needs. But what if we put that same energy into loving and caring for ourselves? Tune in this week as I discuss the 5 Love Languages: Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Quality Time, Physical Touch, and Receiving Gifts and explore ways for you to apply them to yourself. You’ll come away from this episode with a deeper understanding of your needs and the inspiration for better self-care and self-love. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Self-Compassion Break (A Mindfulness Practice) | 10 avr. 2024 | 00:21:33 | |
172. This week I am teaching you an informal mindfulness practice, “Self-Compassion Break,” that can be used anytime and may be especially helpful in times of high stress and overwhelm. It’s a healthier way to deal with painful experiences and reminds us to apply the three core components of self-compassion -- mindfulness, common humanity, and kindness -- when difficulties arise in our lives. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Your April 2024 Forecast and Affirmation | 03 avr. 2024 | 00:25:28 | |
171. Join me today for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of April as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Improving Your Wellbeing through Self-Connection | 27 mars 2024 | 00:31:43 | |
170. Healing happens through connection, connection to others, to nature, and to ourselves. But many of us often find ourselves feeling disconnected. Join me this week as I explore the importance of self-connection, what it is, and causes of disconnection. I’ll discuss what it feels like when you do connect with yourself and how it improves your health and wellbeing. I will also share tips for helping you develop a deeper connection with self. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Understanding Carbohydrates in Nutrition | 20 mars 2024 | 00:16:23 | |
169. People are confused about carbohydrates and, like many things in the world of nutrition, there’s been a lot of controversy and misconceptions around “carbs.” Join me this week as I explain what exactly carbohydrates are, the 3 types, what they do in the body, and which you should incorporate into your daily diet for optimal health. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| 3 M’s in Wellness: Movement, Mindset, Morning Routine | 13 mars 2024 | 00:22:59 | |
168. Join me this week as I explore 3 M’s in wellness: Movement, Mindset and Morning routine. Tune in as I share the benefits of exercise and moving your body, 5 tips for becoming more mindful of and managing your mindset, and the importance of morning routine, reminding you that how you start your day is often how you live your life. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Bitter Foods for Better Digestion and Gut Health | 06 mars 2024 | 00:20:55 | |
167. What foods are best for digestion and gut health? Well, lots of them! But bitter foods have their own set of unique health benefits for digestion, gut health, and anti-inflammatory properties. Tune in this week as I share all about bitter foods: what they are, why we need to eat more of them, including specific health benefits, and finally, how to make bitter foods taste better. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Your March 2024 Forecast and Affirmation | 28 févr. 2024 | 00:20:21 | |
166. Tune in this week for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of March as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| What is Epigenetics and How Does It Affect Your Health? | 21 févr. 2024 | 00:13:01 | |
165. You know how people say, “it’s in my DNA” or “it’s in my genes” when they’re referring to their health? Well, what if I told you that your health is not solely determined by your family health history. While your genes do play a role in your health, your behaviors, lifestyle and environment can cause changes that affect the way your genes work. This is Epigenetics and you are more in control of your health that you may realize. Tune in to learn all about it. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Grief, Self-Compassion and the Truth About a Cancer Diagnosis With Martha Ellen Mabry (Part 2) | 14 févr. 2024 | 00:59:15 | |
164. Join me this week as I welcome back Martha Ellen Mabry who was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma at age 31. Tune in as Martha Ellen opens up about how going through cancer and chemo has changed her relationship with herself and her body. Hear her story of grief and self-acceptance, and how she’s learning to be more gentle with herself through the journey of cancer and remission. Martha Ellen’s vulnerability, strength, and story are inspiring and you won’t want to miss this 2-part series. Follow Martha Ellen on Instagram. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Trusting Yourself, Self-Advocacy and the Truth About a Cancer Diagnosis With Martha Ellen Mabry (Part 1) | 07 févr. 2024 | 01:06:34 | |
163. In this week’s episode, I introduce you to the courageous and vibrant Martha Ellen Mabry who was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma at age 31. Listen to Martha Ellen’s story of the health scares and struggles she endured leading up to the diagnosis of cancer. Hear how she trusted herself, advocated for herself, and continued fighting for herself despite receiving continual push-back from doctors and the health care system. Martha Ellen’s vulnerability, strength, and story are inspiring and you won’t want to miss this 2-part series. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Your February 2024 Forecast and Affirmation | 31 janv. 2024 | 00:16:38 | |
162. Join me today for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of February as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Step Into Alignment in 2024 (With Yourself and Your Health) | 24 janv. 2024 | 00:31:08 | |
161. If you’re feeling “off,” struggling with yourself, your body, or fighting against a life circumstance and trying to stay in tight control, chances are you’re living out of alignment. Join me this week as I discuss what it means to be in alignment (with yourself and your health), what happens when you’re out of alignment, and the importance and benefits of living in alignment. And, of course, I’ll share my 5 recommendations to help you to step into alignment. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Loving and Listening to Yourself | 17 janv. 2024 | 00:14:54 | |
160. Keeping with the theme of creating more love in 2024, join me this week as I guide you through a simple practice of loving and listening to yourself. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Create More Love in 2024 | 10 janv. 2024 | 00:15:59 | |
159. We all need more love. Why? Love has a significant impact on your wellbeing, your health, and your happiness. Love increases feelings of self-worth and produces positive feelings, which helps ease anxiety and negates loneliness and depression. Love is a catalyst for change, development and growth. More love in your life enhances your sleep, lowers blood pressure, brings about faster healing, supports your immune system, and improves heart health. Tune in this week as I discuss love and recommend 3 ways to create more love in 2024. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Your January Forecast and Affirmation | 03 janv. 2024 | 00:15:34 | |
158. Join me today for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of November as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| 3 Things You Need to Do Before 2024 | 27 déc. 2023 | 00:10:10 | |
157. The New Year is fast approaching. This transitional time is perfect for cultivating mindfulness, connection, and practicing self-reflection. Tune in this week to discover 3 things you need to do before 2024. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| 7 Types of Rest You Need and How to Practice Them | 20 déc. 2023 | 00:30:52 | |
156. Experiencing burnout? Feeling drained and depleted? Do you wake up exhausted but are getting enough sleep? You may need more than just more sleep, you may need rest. Tune in this week as I explain what rest is, its health benefits, the 7 types of rest and how to practice them. You’ll leave the episode with more of an understanding of how to best support your energy and vitality through rest. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| My Grandfather’s Approach to Health with Hinda Abrahamson | 13 déc. 2023 | 00:44:34 | |
155. My mom is back! This week my mom, Hinda Abrahamson, and I discuss her father, Bert Kahn, aka Poopah, “a welterweight wrestling champion” whose life-long vocation and avocation was devoted to maintaining a healthy body and a healthy mind. He owned one of the first health clubs in the country in Dallas, TX in the 1930’s that included boxing and wrestling training. Tune in to hear our heartfelt discussion of his philosophy on health and my mom’s experiences of her dad growing up. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Create the Holiday Season You Crave | 06 déc. 2023 | 00:12:14 | |
154. This time of year with the holiday season can bring up a range of emotions from stress, loneliness, and overwhelm to joy, gratitude and connection. So how can you make this time of year enjoyable for you? It begins with making a decision about what matters to you most. What is it you would like to experience and feel this month? This holiday season, I’m encouraging you to be the creator of what you want and what you crave, tune in to get inspired. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||
| Finding Healing Through Nature With Carolyn Marotta | 29 nov. 2023 | 01:06:58 | |
153. This week I introduce you to my friend Carolyn Marotta, Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and self-taught herbalist and forager of wild edibles. Hear Carolyn’s journey to starting a family run farm in Pennsylvania with the mission to create opportunities for people to cultivate embodied relationships with the Earth through education and hands-on experiences. Carolyn shares how she’s found healing through nature and what nature can teach us. To connect with Carolyn visit, https://www.dreamlandfarmstead.com/ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ | |||