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In this inspiring interview, Jamie Kern Lima, founder of IT Cosmetics and author of 'Believe It' and 'Worthy,' shares personal stories from her career and lessons learned along the way. From starting her business in her living room to selling it to L'Oreal and becoming a billionaire, Jamie shares her challenges, including facing rejection and self-doubt. We discussed the impact of her book, which is aimed at inspiring others to overcome self-doubt, trust in their unique paths, and embrace their authenticity. 

Jaime faced rejection for years before a breakthrough opportunity on QVC, which highlighted the importance of trusting your intuition even when others doubt you. Jamie also opens up about self-doubt and imposter syndrome and how learning to turn down negative voices was key to her success.

Tune into this inspiring episode about turning setbacks into comebacks and believing you are enough.

(00:00) - Intro

(01:48) - Jamie Kern Lima: A journey of grit and grace

(02:53) - The story behind IT Cosmetics: From dream to billion-dollar reality

(03:52) - Embracing authenticity: The key to connection and success

(05:43) - The impact of sharing real stories

(06:20) - The transformative power of believing in yourself

(10:35) - Navigating self-doubt and celebrating vulnerability

(17:38) - Authenticity as your superpower

(27:41) - The magic of asking for help and embracing community

In this episode, Serena Poon sits down with Dr. Kien Vuu to discuss his book 'Your Blueprint for Optimal Health, Longevity and Performance.’

At VuuMD Longevity and Performance Clinic, Dr. Vuu regularly works with celebrities, top corporate executives, and high-functioning professionals to optimize their health, performance, and vitality. He’s also a health media personality, appearing on national TV shows such as The Doctors and Access Hollywood, and helps to train the next generation of physicians as an assistant professor of health sciences at UCLA.

As someone who has overcome two chronic diseases himself, Dr. Vuu is passionate about empowering people to reclaim their health and live with fulfillment, abundance, and purpose. This is why I was so excited for Dr. Vuu to speak to our community about finding YOUR blueprint for optimal health, longevity, and peak performance.

In our conversation, Dr. Vuu shares his personal journey of overcoming chronic disease through lifestyle changes and discovering his bioenergetic model.

Dr. Vuu explains how cellular function and the external environment influence our health on an epigenetic level. He outlines the 7 pillars of his bioenergetic model - sleep, nutrition, movement, stress management, relationships, mindset and purpose - and how optimizing these areas can lead to longevity and peak wellness.

For those seeking to enhance their health and well-being, tune in to Dr. Vuu's blueprint to gain actionable insights. His book provides personalized steps towards optimal cellular function and vibrant living aligned with your highest self.

(00:00) - Intro

(03:37) - The journey from traditional medicine to bioenergetic healing

(10:27) - A deep dive into the bioenergetic model

(15:29) - Seven pillars of optimal health

(19:45) - Protocols and supplements

(20:36) - The power of lifestyle changes and when to seek professional help

(22:07) - Introduction to peptides and their benefits

(24:24) - The importance of authentic living and overcoming societal expectations

(27:11) - Engaging the audience: A book giveaway challenge

(30:14) - Trust, surrender, and love

Had an amazing conversation with Courtney Epps, a tax strategist, international speaker, and author of the best-selling books “More Relaxing Less Taxing” & “What’s Your Plan B?” She owns a full-service accounting firm in South Carolina and serves clients in every state. She has owned her practice for nineteen years. What sets the firm apart is the tax strategy that it offers to clients, as the focus is not just on preparing returns but on freeing up money legally, morally, and ethically. She has developed a broad expertise in industries including traditional, home-based, and network-marketing businesses. She works with clients from start-ups to $100 million companies.

Her TED Talk, "Why you would be brain dead not to own a business," is so eye-opening and helpful if you have not watched it. The average household is going into debt of $4k per year to work 40 hours a week, 50 weeks a year to take 2 weeks of vacation. It is imperative that we learn how to keep more of our hard-earned money so this does not continue to happen. As tax is our number one expense, we must do everything legally, morally, and ethically to reduce our tax liability so that we can get ahead in life. The best way to do that is to move into the tax system that was created for the wealthy, the business owner tax system. 

Courtney shares her transformational journey from chronic illness to healing and helping thousands of children through innovative tax strategies. Learn how to maximize deductions for medical expenses, home offices, travel, and more. Discover opportunities to structure your business for charitable giving while saving substantially on self-employment taxes. Serena and Courtney will inspire you to turn your passion into a purpose-driven enterprise and free up resources to support important causes. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from two successful entrepreneurs who overcame adversity through education, mindset shifts, and giving back.

(00:00) - Intro

(02:37) - Meet Courtney Epps: tax strategist and international speaker

(04:15) - Understanding the two tax systems

(05:38) - Courtney's personal health journey

(09:37) - The impact of nutrition on health

(13:40) - Turning personal pain into a mission

(13:40) - The financial struggles and triumphs of a business owner

(15:11) - The benefits of having a home-based business

(20:33) - How to make your personal life tax deductible

(28:20) - The journey from surviving to thriving

(28:57) - Transitioning into a social business

(30:01) - Understanding tax deductions in business

(31:40) - The impact of income and cost of living on American families

(32:33) - The importance of quality nutrition and health

(33:24) - Creating income through a home-based business

So enjoyed this conversation with the incredible Keith Ferrazzi, Executive Team Coach, # 1 NYT Bestselling Author, Speaker, and Founder & Chairman of Ferrazzi Greenlight. Our topic is Co-Elevation - a new approach to collaboration. There are co-elevating traits that underpin building great teams, and we discuss some high-return practices that sustain these great traits in your company culture and more. 

This conversation is for business leaders passionate about improving their organizations. Your contribution to the project has direct benefits to your business by helping unearth ideas and practices others can put to use right away.

Keith explains the distinction between co-elevation and collaboration by identifying the developmental aspect as the unique factor of co-elevation. Serving, sharing, and caring are presented as three core principles to open oneself to co-elevation, thereby enhancing authentic connections. Keith also teases his upcoming book, focusing on radical adaptability following the curveballs of 2020 and the need to be greatly adaptable and resilient. 

(00:00) - Intro

(00:26) - Keith Ferrazzi’s journey and vision

(00:56) - The power of partnership and co-elevation

(02:16) - The importance of co-elevating relationships

(03:28) - Practical steps to co-elevation

(04:48) - Co-elevation vs collaboration

(05:37) - Leading without authority

(08:01) - Serve, share, and care: the keys to co-elevation

(11:56) - Radical adaptability and the future of work

(14:50) - Expanding your co-elevation network

Learn actionable strategies for pursuing your passions outside your comfort zone, prioritizing self-care and quality relationships. Discover tools and resources for empowering women globally through the Equality Lounge and Female Quotient initiatives. Tune in for an uplifting conversation on following your heart, challenging norms, and visualizing what's possible when we come together to support each other.

I chatted with Shelley Zalis, an internationally renowned thought leader for advancing equality in the workplace and the CEO of The Female Quotient, champion of equality and all-around chief troublemaker. We discussed how Shelley is advancing gender equality across a variety of industries and career levels!

She shared her journey of overcoming challenges in male-dominated industries through resilience, empathy, and bringing their authentic selves to the table. 

She received the @globalmindedorg 2020 Inclusive Leader Award for Entrepreneurship. We discuss advancing equality for women around the world. At the current rate of progress, the World Economic Forum projects it will take 257 years to close the global gender gap — and that gap is only widening due to the effects of the pandemic. We have to take proactive, bold action if we are going to accelerate change. Collaboration is key; Shelley always says that a person alone has power, but together, we have an impact. The purpose driving the Female Quotient is in advancing equality in the workplace through the power of collaboration and, bringing visibility to women & activating change.

(00:00) - Intro

(02:09) - Breaking the rules: the chief troublemaker

(02:46) - The journey: from failure to success

(04:08) - The importance of taking risks

(04:20) - The struggles and triumphs of a female CEO

(06:47) - The power of female intuition

(07:41) - The power of empathy in leadership

(08:04) - The birth of the female quotient

(12:17) - The importance of self-care

(16:01) - The journey of The Female Quotient

(20:07) - The importance of being a disruptor

(24:19) - The importance of living your life

(25:10) - The power of women and positive energy

(28:34) - The importance of equality and its impact

(33:04) - The power of community and collaboration

(34:35) - The journey of personal growth and self-confidence

(36:28) - The power of paying it forward and making a difference

This episode is about detoxifying your mind and rewiring your brain for better health and decision-making. In this episode, we'll be diving into the science behind stress, sleep, social media, and more with renowned neurologist Dr. David Perlmutter. 

Dr. Perlmutter is a Board-Certified Neurologist, New York Times Bestselling Author, and Fellow of the American College of Nutrition. His books have been published in 36 languages and include the #1 New York Times bestseller Grain Brain and The Surprising Truth About Wheat, Carbs, and Sugar, with over 1 million copies in print. Dr. Perlmutter is also the recipient of numerous awards, including the Linus Pauling Award for his innovative approaches to neurological disorders, the National Nutritional Foods Association Clinician of the Year Award, and the Humanitarian of the Year Award from the American College of Nutrition.

Dr. Perlmutter will share practical tools from his book "Brain Wash" to help you break free from unhealthy cycles and habits that are negatively impacting your well-being. We'll also discuss strategies for reconnecting your mind and body through improved sleep, exercise, time in nature, and more. Tune in to gain actionable insights on optimizing your mental fitness during these challenging times.

(00:00) - Introduction: the importance of better decision-making

(00:36) - Guest introduction and casual conversation

(01:28) - The concept of the book “Brain Wash” and detoxifying the brain

(02:48) - The anatomy of decision-making: amygdala vs prefrontal cortex

(03:48) - The impact of lifestyle choices on health

(04:54) - The role of inflammation in health and disease

(05:27) - The power of decision-making and reconnecting to the prefrontal cortex

(06:26) - The influence of stress, fear, and social media on our brains

(08:56) - The manipulation of our attention by social media and the internet

(11:42) - The importance of sleep and its impact on decision-making

(14:59) - Practical strategies for rewiring the brain and detoxifying the mind

(21:47) - The disconnection syndrome: reconnecting to our DNA, brain, people, and planet

(30:30) - Conclusion: embracing the challenges and moving forward

With our ever-changing landscape and the highs and lows of emotions that follow, we have all been experiencing heightened levels of emotional stress. One of the most simple and effective tools to help manage and reduce stress and anxiety is TAPPING. Also known as EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), tapping is a holistic technique that helps to relieve emotional, mental, and physical issues.

In this conversation with Alex Ortner, the co-owner of The Tapping Solution, for a special session to learn how to do this life-changing technique. The Tapping Solution has helped over 3 million people over the past 12 years through their programs and The Tapping Solution App.  Alex explains in detail what tapping is, the science behind tapping, and teaches us how tapping can help us “in the moment” during stressful situations and return us back to calm and centered.

He shares the importance of tapping as a mechanism for reducing stress by sending calming signals to the brain and contributing to personal health and fulfillment. Alex also discusses how commitment, consistency, and focus are crucial in manifesting life visions and dreams. 

It is so inspiring to learn how the planner and Tapping Solution app make tapping easy to incorporate into your life. I hope you'll check out these resources to feel more relaxed and focused. For more resources for your longevity and well-being, visit www.serenaloves.com

(00:00) - Intro

(00:36) - The power of connection and community

(01:54) - The impact of Tony Robbins and personal growth

(04:14) - The importance of mind-body connection

(08:00) - Practical demonstration of tapping

(10:31) - The role of tapping in daily life

(16:25) - The importance of planning and focus

(21:54) - Introducing the tapping vision planner

(30:02) - The importance of good sleep and positive momentum

(30:11) - Introducing the planner

(30:53) - Unveiling the productivity accelerator program

(32:03) - Fun guessing game: most popular planner color

(33:49) - Addressing customer concerns

(34:34) - Detailed walkthrough of the planner

(40:28) - The importance of protecting your dreams

(43:09) - The tapping solution app and its benefits

(52:41) - The journey to productivity and happiness

Check out my conversation with Doug Evans, an early pioneer in the natural food industry and Author of The Sprout Book. Our topic today is "Revolutionizing Growing Your Own Food and The Power of Sprouts."

Doug is the former co-founder of Organic Avenue, founder of Juicero, and pioneer of the sprouting movement. He has been channeling the power of sprouts and his transformative plans into The Sprout Book and advising tens of thousands of people on the ancient wisdom of sprouts as a food source.

Learn how sprouts can supercharge your nutrition with exponentially more vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants than their mature counterparts. Doug shares his personal journey discovering sprouts and writing "Sprouting: The Complete Guide to Growing Nutritious Sprouts at Home." 

He is creating a radical shift in wellness through his discussion of growing sprouts and their healing benefits. This nutritious revolution is accessible and affordable and can be done anywhere from luxury kitchens to camper vans. Doug encourages others to achieve their most significant health potential by controlling how and what they consume. This sustainable eating and lifestyle hack is excellent for the environment. I eat a plant-based diet, and highly recommend this vegan nutrition food source.  His growing venture and recipes have been highlighted in USA Today, Goop, Shape,  Well + Good, and more. 

We discuss how to grow your own sprouts and the nutritional benefits of sprouts when it comes to fighting cancer, supporting your immune system, improving gut health, and supporting your microbiome - this is all you need to know when it comes to sprouting seeds! 

(00:00) - Intro

(02:02) - The journey to sprouting

(02:38) - Surviving in a food desert

(05:02) - The miracle of sprouts

(12:21) - The power of broccoli sprouts

(22:51) - Sprouts in space: NASA's research

(23:57) - Sprouts in your daily diet

(26:35) - The magic of sprouts in smoothies

(26:49) - The importance of water quality in sprouting

(28:27) - Choosing the right container for sprouting: jars vs trays

(28:49) - The art of sprouting amidst a busy lifestyle

(31:17) - The nutritional power of sprouts in salads

(31:38) - The secret to enhancing your sprouts: raw tahini

I enjoyed chatting with Dr. Pedram Shojai, Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Master Herbalist & Acupuncturist, and NYT Bestselling Author. Our topic will be centered around his book: “FOCUS: Bringing Time, Energy and Money into Flow,” - and how to bring your attention in line with your intention to get the life you want!

Dr. Pedram Shojai is an acclaimed Qigong Master and Taoist Abbot with a practical approach to modern living, using Eastern thinking and practices to help himself and others overcome the Westernized challenges of everyday life and to wake up and live their lives fully. His no-nonsense approach teaches esoteric concepts to Western readers in an easy-to-understand way. He is the author of “The Urban Monk”, “The Art of Stopping Time” and the founder of Well.org. Pedram is also the producer of the movies “Vitality,” “Origins.” and “Prosperity,” along with the series- “Interconnected”, “Gateway to Health”, and “Exhausted.” 

We'll uncover tools for enriching your well-being from the inside out. Discover inspiration for living with more intention, purpose, and presence - even during chaotic times. Whether you're seeking to alleviate stress, boost immunity, or take your self-care routine to the next level, this episode offers profound insights and guidance. I hope you enjoy the discussion and find motivation for positive change. Thanks for tuning in!

(00:00) - Intro 

(00:39) - Connecting virtually during difficult times

(01:05) - Embracing Eastern wisdom in the modern world

(04:10) - An unconventional journey to healing

(05:38) - Mastering time through mindfulness

(06:46) - Prioritizing what fuels your soul

(10:11) - Cultivating deeper insights through discussion

(11:39) - Maximizing life's gifts with intention

(16:44) - Building resilience from within

(19:13) - Elevating our collective well-being

(22:16) - Owning your path to empowerment

(27:43) - Demystifying health and vitality

(30:22) - Forging harmony from home

(34:17) - The healing power of presence

I am excited to share this conversation with the bestselling author and Blue Zones Project founder, Dan Buettner. For over 20 years, Dan has studied populations worldwide with unprecedented longevity. Dan shares practical insights from the Blue Zones regions in this insightful discussion.  Learn about the importance of community, plant-based eating, daily movement, and stress management. Dan also debunks myths and provides recommendations for improving digestion. Discover how optimizing your environment can support healthy choices without relying on willpower alone. Through Dan's contagious passion and Serena's thoughtful facilitation, gain actionable strategies for adding vibrant years to your life.

(00:00) - Intro

(07:16) - Longevity secrets from Blue Zones populations   

(10:00) - The Blue Zones diet

(11:50) - Food culture in the Blue Zones

(13:49) - Finding your sense of purpose    

(15:17) - The importance of social connection

(16:40) - Creating a supportive environment for longevity

(19:09) - Plant-based recipes and cooking beans

(20:08) - Addressing digestion issues with beans    

(21:53) - Recommendations for a delicious bean soup

(23:44) - Tips for living a long, healthy life

(26:15) - Making healthy choices easy choices    

(28:25) - External factors like pollution

(32:05) - Tools for improving indoor air quality

(34:27) - Engagement and growing on social media

(37:47) - Optimizing entire communities for wellness

(42:32) - Not relying on willpower but environment 

(43:41) - Resources for supporting Blue Zones work