
Well Aware Podcast- Your One Stop Shop for All Things Wellness!
By Mind Over Food
Andi Freedman: MS, MSW, LICSW is the founder of Mind Over Food a wellness program that uses cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to help people maximize their health and wellness.

Well Aware Podcast- Your One Stop Shop for All Things Wellness! Jul 27, 2022

Well Aware S4E3: Henry-Cameron Allen
There are certain universal life skills we all need, but not everyone is proficient in all of the them. In this episode of the Well Aware Podcast, Andi speaks with artist, activist, and life skills mentor (among other things) Henry-Cameron Allen about his amazing Lost Traveller podcast and club, and about how his life's journey has led him to helping people maximize all the Universal Life Skills! He also talks about his amazing service dog, Flat Stanley! Check out his podcast and all his ventures and adventures on his website henryallen.org. If you would like to learn more about Mind Over Food or The Well Aware Podcast visit mindoverfood.com. Please like and follow at:
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Well Aware S4E2: Dr. Tim DiFrancesco
You are an ATHLETE! Don’t believe me? Then you need to listen to this latest episode of The Well Aware Podcast where Andi speaks with Dr. Tim DiFrancesco; former Head Strength & Conditioning Coach of the Los Angeles Lakers….YES, that LA Lakers!!.... and the founder of TD Athletes Edge, a Strength & Conditioning facility focused on performance-based training, nutrition and recovery for athletes of all levels!! Tim and Andi discuss how the methods he used to train the elite Basketball players of the NBA, can be applied to YOU. Tim is one of the hosts of THE BASKETBALL STRONG PODCAST (click here to listen). Tim explains how everyone can be “Basketball Strong”! If you would like to learn more about Mind Over Food or The Well Aware Podcast visit mindoverfood.com. Please like and follow at:
You can reach Tim at: Instagram, The Basketball Strong Podcast, TDAE website

Well Aware S4E1: Rebecca Coxon
Welcome to season 4!! In this first episode of 2022, Andi Interviews Rebecca Coxon of The Brain Spaghetti Podcast as they discuss diet culture and how to "break up" with it. Learn how to honor your body and feel healthy at any size! Rebecca and The Brain Spaghetti Podcast can be heard here. If you would like to learn more about Mind Over Food or The Well Aware Podcast visit mindoverfood.com. Please like and follow at:
Rebecca's Info: Email, Facebook, Insta, TikTok (quabecca613),

Quick Bites 20: Dana Rizer
Andi welcomes guest Dana Rizer, Executive Director at FEAST as they discuss what Dana refers to as the 4 Types of Hunger. Learn How to be curious about your cravings instead of beating yourself up! Dana can be reached at: danarizer.com and sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.

Quick Bites 19: Dr. Patricia Boulogne
Andi welcomes bestselling author Dr. Patricia Boulogne of “The Health Team Network”as they discuss how to ask yourself the right questions to take steps towards better health. Learn about the five important pillars that can help you get your life back in control for improved wellness. Dr. Pat wants to talk to YOU! Ask Dr. Pat your questions here. Check out her website here at healthteamnetwork.com and sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.
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Buy Dr. Pat's Book "Why...Are You Sick, Fat, and Tired?" on Amazon

Quick Bites 18: Dr. Emily Gordon
Andi welcomes guest Dr. Emily Gordon, Psy.D., as they discuss wellness as the convergence of physical and emotional health. Learn how starting from a place of compassion for oneself and listening to how we talk to ourselves and others, can help us better focus on our health and body positivity. Dr. Gordon can be reached at: https://dremilygordon.com and sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.

Quick Bites 17: Valerie Smith Wellness
Andi welcomes guest Valerie Smith of “Valerie Smith Wellness”as they discuss how traditional Chinese medicine can help you live a more engaging second half of life. Learn how to seize opportunities by breaking patterns and discovering who you are. Valerie can be reached at:https://mailchi.mp/e00acfcdf456/womenswellnessofferings and sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.

Quick Bites 16: The Holistic Wellness Group
Andi welcomes guest Katelyn Willis of “The Holistic Wellness Group” as they discuss how your version of yoga or wellness is personal to you and different for everyone. Learn how having a bad day can be ok as long as you keep moving forward on your path to better health. Katelyn can be reached at: https://holistic-wellness-group.mailchimpsites.com and sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.

Quick Bites 15: The Body Project
Andi welcomes guest Raman Magay of “The Body Project” as they discuss the importance of home self-care routines. Learn how to create your own space and the best times of day to do them for a successful day. Raman can be reached at: https://www.thebodyproject.me/and sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.

Quick Bites 14: Strength and Grace Coaching
Andi welcomes guest Liz Simmons of “Strength & Grace” as they discuss how changing your mind is an important step to help change your body for better health and wellness. Learn about the five-minute rule and how finding a positive thing about NOT eating something can make all the difference. Liz can be reached at: www.strength-grace.com and sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.

Quick Bites 13: The 411K
Andi welcomes guests Katie Williams and Katherine Rosakis of “The411K” as they discuss how financial wellness impacts your overall health and wellness. Learn how setting goals and not being afraid to talk about finances can make all the difference. Katie and Katherine can be reached at: The411K and sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.
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Quick Bites S3E12: Aweh Support
Andi welcomes guest Anim Aweh of “Aweh Support”as they discuss the eight dimensions of health and wellness. Learn about how looking at all the different facets in your physical and mental health is important in creating your balance. Anim can be reached at, and you can order an "I am wellbox" at: www.animawehlcsw.com and sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.
Amin's Info: Website - animawehlcsw.com, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook

Quick Bites S3E11: Inspire Transform 50
Andi welcomes guest Beth Herman-Davis of “Inspire Transform” as they discuss body acceptance and making adjustments for improved health and wellness. Learn how starting small and setting smaller goals can help you in long-term sustainability. Beth can be reached here and sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.
Beth's Info: Website- Inspiretransform50.com, Email- inspiretransform50@gmail.com, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube

Quick Bites S3E10: Surviving Breast Cancer
Andi welcomes guest Laura Carfang of “SurvivingBreastCancer.org” to discuss the importance of food to nourish your body and maximize health. Learn how food as medicine can play a role in helping your state of mind and to fight disease. Laura can be reached at: SurvivingBreastCancer.org and sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.
Laura Carfang's Info: Website - SurvivingBreastCancer.org, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LInkedin

S3E9: Izzy Atkinson
Andi welcomes guest Izzy Atkinson of “The Wildflower Project” as they discuss the Body, Love, Soul Method. Learn how to rework your inner dialogue and reframe your thoughts for better health and wellness. Izzy can be reached at www.izzyatkinson.com and sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.
Izzy Atkinson's Info: Izzy on Instagram, The Wildflower Project on Instagram, Website

S3E8:Dr. Jenicka Engler
Andi welcomes guest Dr. Jenicka Engler to discuss the importance of our mental health and wellness. Learn about the benefits of clinical trials and some self-help measures to try at home. Jenicka can be reached here and you can sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.
Adams Clinical and Dr. Jenicka's Info: Website and Phone: 617-744-6513.

S3E7: The Wellknit Co.
Andi welcomes guest Wei Jing Saw of “The Wellknit Co.” as they discuss the wonderful, self-care activity of knitting. Learn how knitting can check all the boxes for health and wellness through such things as stress relief, goal setting, relaxation and more. Wei Jing Saw can be reached at: https://wellknit.co and sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.

Quick Bites S3E6: Dr Erica Zelfand, MD
Andi welcomes guest Erica Zelfand from “Simba Health” as they discuss functional and integrated medicine. Learn about a single important question you can ask yourself for self-care and wellness and how to get more out of the food you eat. Erica can be reached at www.ericazelfand.com and you can sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.

Quick Bites S3E5: Pratibha Shah of My Ayurved.
Andi welcomes guest Pratibha Shah of “My Ayurved” as they discuss the 5,000 year old ancient health science that has stood the test of time. Learn how Ayurveda provides contemporary solutions for today and the five mantras you can use on your own path to wellness. Sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com

Quick Bites S3E4: The Pleasure Center
Andi welcomes guest Amy Weitzman from “The Pleasure Center” as they discuss the importance of pleasure and how it impacts your overall health. Amy can be reached at www.thepleasure.center and you can sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.
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Amy Weitzman info: Facebook

Quick Bites S3E3: Wicked Smaht Wellness
Andi welcomes guest Amanda Marie from “Wicked Smaht Wellness” as they discuss the importance of checking in with yourselves for better wellness. Learn about the meaning of self-fidelity and how to touch base with your “MyFi Signal”. Sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.
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Amanda Marie Info: www.wickedsmahtwellness.vip, Facebook.com/StayWickedSmaht, Insta: staywickedsmaht

Quick Bites S3E2: Cooking with Abby
Andi welcomes guest chef Abby Gray from “Cooking with Abby” as they discuss the importance of how to say “yes” to yourself and how to moderate for wellness. Learn more tips from a culinary expert on how to find a healthy balance with food. Chef Abby can be reached at www.cookingwithabby.com. Sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com.
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Abby Gray Info: Cookingwithabby.com, Facebook.com/cookingwithabbygray, Insta: cookingwithabbygray

Quick Bites S3E1: Nursing Your Way to Wellness
Andi welcomes guest nurse and health coach, Kristen Reed from “Nursing Your Way to Wellness” as they discuss how to make wellness approachable and sustainable. Learn about the importance of self-care and resiliency and how reframing your thoughts can make all the difference. Sign up for Andi’s monthly newsletter for more podcast info, blogs and more at www.mindoverfood.com. HNmYqXJQ3FD6I9QWxF0L
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Kristen Reed Info: nursingyourwaytowellness.com, www.facebook.com/NursingyourwaytoWellness,

Quick Bites S2 E4: Healthy Holidays
Andi has some tools and tips to get you through the holiday season without gaining weight or compromising your health.
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Quick Bites S2 E3: The Wisdom of Acceptance
Andi explains how important it is to accept the natural changes that happen to your body throughout your lifetime. If you panic and go on a restrictive diet you cannot sustainably lose weight and you can damage your health.
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Quick Bites S2 E2: How to Jumpstart Your Weight Loss Journey the Easy Way
Andi illustrates that, although there are no weight loss "quick fixes," there are some easy things that you can do to jumpstart your weight loss journey.
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Quick Bites S2 E1: Killing Calories for Good!
Andi discusses how balancing your meals, instead of restricting calories, is the best way to lose weight. So, kill those calories FOR GOOD!
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Quick Bites 10: Celebrate Your Healthy Wins and Stop Focusing on the Losses
Andi explains why its so important to give yourself credit when you make a healthy choice and stop beating yourself up when you make an eating mistake.
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Quick Bites 9: Meal Planning Makes Healthy Eating Easier, Not Harder
While many feel that meal planning is too hard or takes too much time, Andi explains how meal planning makes your life easier and is the key to making healthy food choices
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Quick Bites 8: Guidelines for Healthy Choices as We Begin to Venture Out
Now that "Stay At Home" restrictions begin to relax, Andi suggests some guidelines for staying healthy all summer long.

Quick Bites 7: Managing Your Shopping Trips During a Health Crisis
Andi explains why it is so important not to neglect the produce section during the Covid-19 crisis.
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Quick Bites 6: Coping with Covid-19
Andi provides some much needed strategies to stay in control with your eating and food choices during the Covid-19 crisis. www.mindoverfood.com andi@mindoverfood.com

Quick Bites 5: Mindful Eating
Learn how to eat mindfully and give up multitasking while eating.
Listen to all the Quick Bites in this playlist.
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Quick Bites 4: Its Not About the Fork
Andi explains that its not about the fork, its about your THOUGHTS!

Quick Bites 3: New Year, New Approach to Thinking About Your Health
Don't bother with making New Year's Resolutions, they don't work! Andi talks about a new approach to Thinking about your health and losing weight.

Quick Bites 1: Why Diets Fail
Andi answers the question "Why diets Fail!" in this 1st installment of the Quick Bites series from Mind Over Food.
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