Not Another Wellness Podcast

E. 75 Preparing Couple for Baby | Dr. Stephanie Dueger Not Another Wellness Podcast Listen on: Itunes, Spotify, Anchor Not Another Wellness Blog Dr. Stephanie Dueger is a psychotherapist, parent coach, and educator, who works with expectant and new parents and their little ones. Her first book, Preparing for Parenthood: 55 Essential Conversations for Couples Becoming Families, is the book she wishes she'd had for herself when first becoming a parent. She facilitates parent workshops, and was the Editor-in-Chief of the academic Journal of Pre- and Perinatal Psychology and Health for 3 years. Dr. Dueger lives in Boulder, Colorado, with her husband and two daughters. preparedforparenthood.com

“You can both be grateful, & have trauma” after your birth Birth Trauma The difference between a difficult and traumatic birth What is happening in the brain during labor, primal brain About “1 in 10 people feel their birth was traumatic” About “1 in 6 people can be diagnoses with postpartum PTSD” What are the common threads between a persons birth and their likelihood for experiencing trauma in birth Preparing for Birth Managing past traumas before you give birth “Letting the nervous system know that it is safe, and seen, and soothed” Doulas/Birth Workers The language of “doula” is shifting to “birth worker” What is the role of the doula Birth preferences vs. a birth plan Helping birthing people feel empowered The difference between a birth worker and a partner Minimize the unexpected with education and preparation Birth is safe in lots of difference places The top 3 things that seem to help people have the most satisfying birth experiences (and make the whole birthing team more successful) 1. A team with whom they feel supported 2. Use the strengths you already have 3. Have flexibility Why wanting to “control” birth doesn’t always work Postpartum workers/doulas and what that can look like What is postnatal depletion? Post Trauma GROWTH! Jenevieve Russell: Jenevieve has been in the pregnancy/parenting world for the past 20 years as a doula, psychotherapist, support group host. She has witnessed 450 births in that time as a birth worker. She is a psychotherapist through her Nurturing Strategies, LLC [psychotherapy, trauma/birth processing and perinatal adjustment] and motherhood support group, and a doula/birthworker through Doulas of Boulder. She delights in exploring her own journey of motherhood with her family and is ecstatic about supporting expecting families. She draws on her vast, eclectic experiences (more below) when supporting families before, during and after birthing, specifically she has attended/supported births since 1996. Get in touch with Jenevieve: www.NurturingStrategies.com Jenevieve is also an experienced doula: Doulas of Boulder Other links from the show! Doula Database: https://www.dona.org/what-is-a-doula/find-a-doula/ https://referral.dancyperinatal.com/ https://psidirectory.com/ Soul 2 Soul Sisters: out of Colorado https://soul2soulsisters.org/sacred-seeds-black-birthworker-collective-of-colorado/

Natalie and Kate sit down (in person!) to chat about maternal health and the importance of the postpartum period for new moms. Kate is the Founding Director, & Senior Supervising Psychotherapist at the Postpartum Wellness Center in Boulder. She’s been helping individuals and families in periods of transition for the past 20 years. In this episode, we talk about the following topics: Defining the postpartum period What happens in the brain after a baby is born Common Stressors on the mother in the 2-3 weeks after childbirth How to prepare yourself for the postpartum period Perinatal Mood Disorders What you can do if you need help Kate Kripke, LCSW, PMH-C, (She, Her) https://www.katekripke.com/ https://pwcboulder.com/kate-kripke-lcsw Podcast: Motherhood Uncut Podcast Instagram: @pwcboulder @motherhooduncutpodcast

What is the pelvic floor & why does it matter? You came to the right place to learn more. Natalie sits down remotely with Amanda Fisher to talk all things pelvic floor. Amanda is a mom to three boys, wife, Physical Therapist (DPT) and founder/owner of Empower Your Pelvis Clinic and Empower Your Pelvis online. Topics covered on this episode: Pelvic floor 101 Issues faced when pelvic floor is "imbalanced" Pregnancy protocol for taking care of your pelvic floor Postpartum protocol - vaginal birth Postpartum protocol- Cesarean  Pelvic floor for men AND SO MUCH MORE! Here is Amanda's full bio from her website :) Hey there, I’m Amanda Fisher, Doctor of Physical Therapy at Empower Your Pelvis. Most days you can find me in the morning at the gym with a water in one hand and coffee in the other, followed by taking my boys to school and then at the clinic with my favorite, pelvic patients. I am wife to my hunky, husband-Brett, and a mother to my wild-n-crazy three boys (yes, my hands are full!).  I am mostly known for my passion for pelvic floor dysfunction and teaching women how to find vaginal healthy products at Target (yes, I have a video on YouTube on this).   I love serving the world by helping women realize there is hope with pelvic floor issues like peeing your pants, pelvic organ prolapse, pelvic pain and pain with intercourse. The things I am most passionate about in life are my family, spending time with my husband and kids, pelvic health, health and fitness, 90s/2000s hip hop, baking cookies, gardening herbs, bike riding, personal growth journeys and mojitos. I am a true believer that life happens for us, not to us.  In 2008, I started leaking urine while training for half marathons.  Then in 2009 I developed pelvic pain (specifically, pain with sex…so not fun) which led me down this wonderful path of pelvic health.  I have been scared and ashamed of my symptoms and learned how to overcome them.  Then in 2013, 2015 and 2017, after the births of each of my children, I had pelvic organ prolapse.  I began feeling pressure in my vaginal canal with prolonged standing or right before I had a bowel movement.  I worked really hard to improve my pelvic floor muscle strength and coordination to continue to work out and stay healthy for myself and my family.  After many different paths of pelvic floor dysfunction, I feel I can relate to my patients and love being their accountability partner.  I am lucky to provide my patients tools to improve their pelvic health so they can improve their health, fitness and sometimes, even their marriage/ relationship. Email: Amanda@empoweryourpelvis.com Instagram: @empower.your.pelvis Website: www.EmpowerYourPelvis.com

I've stopped shaving my body. I've had enough. You can't tell me what to do. You can't tell me if and when I can have a medical abortion, or any abortion, for that matter. We all deserve the right to choose what we do with our bodies. They belong to us. They are are ours. We choose what makes us feel good. WE get the choice. Not some man at the top of the beauty or fashion industry, not the the patriarchal society, not anyone. You. Grow. Girl.

E. 70 WE ARE LOVE Meditation - 12 minutes

I am a woman who has given birth and felt the *burden* of pregnancy and childbirth and raising a child. There are plenty of valid reasons, health, personal, economical, etc., that are all all up to the mother and her support network and doctors, for why a child might not be best brought into the world. Each of these should be respected. 

Natalie sits down with Melanie Bearne of Better Birth Stories to talk all about Hypnosis and Hypnobirthing, her remote hypnobirthing course called Better Birth Stories, the birthing system, and how birth is a “mammalistic” event. This podcast covers: - Hypnosis, what is it and what it isn’t -Birthing using hypnobirthing practices as a method of preparation for birth and life -The medicalization of birth in today's society -Birth as a rite of passage in a woman's life -The history of birth, the “gossips” -How we can support women in birth -Where the safest place for a women to birth is -The different types of care providers and which are most appropriate for each type of birth situation -More about the Better Birth Stories Course -How Melanie stays grounded Resources discussed in this episode: -Better Birth Stories online course https://www.betterbirthstories.com/ -Reclaiming Childbirth As A Rite Of Passage- Rachel Reid Link on GoodReads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57191579-reclaiming-childbirth-as-a-rite-of-passage Melanie’s Biography: Melanie is the founder of Better Birth Stories - Hypnobirthing & Positive Birth. She is a Senior Clinical Hypnotherapist, an Accredited Certified EFT Practitioner and a hugely experienced Hypnobirthing teacher. She lives in Wandsworth, London with her partner, 3 awesome kids and their rescue chihuahua. Melanie regularly takes courses with Dr Sara Wickham and Evidence Based Birth and CPDs in various subjects from depression to counselling. She is a member of the General Hypnotherapy Register, the General Hypnotherapy Standards Council, Association for Improvements in the Maternity Services (AIMS), the Association of Radical Midwives, the Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council, EFT International and The Hypnobirthing Association. Melanie is also an Evidence Based Birth Professional Member. You can connect with Melanie via her Instagram or Facebook page or visit the related therapies page to find out more about her other hypnotherapy services, including previous traumatic births, anxiety, depression, phobias and fertility support.

Have you ever tried to meditate while driving? Eyes open, of course.. You can be mindful in everything you do. Come drive and meditate with me! This is a 10 minute mindfulness practice.

Need some body love today? Come meditate with me. This is a 15 minute meditation on loving your body and all that it does for you every second of every day.

A little insight into the lives of mothers and why motherhood can be so lonely.

They're out to get your money! No, seriously.

E. 63 What Do I Actually Need For My Baby? Baby registries and what you need to know before you make one!

Daddy doula pt 2 Partner support during labor Books we read to prepare for pregnancy and labor: Expecting Better, Emily Oster Like a Mother, Angela Garbes We're Pregnant! the First Time Dad's Pregnancy Handbook, Adrian Kulp Hypnobirthing: The Breakthrough to Safer, Easier, More Comfortable Childbirth, Marie F. Mongan Ina May's Guide to Childbirth, Ina May Gaskin Better Birth Stories Birth Course: https://www.betterbirthstories.com/

Daddy doula pt 1 Preparing for pregnancy and labor together Books we read to prepare for pregnancy and labor: Expecting Better, Emily Oster Like a Mother, Angela Garbes We're Pregnant! the First Time Dad's Pregnancy Handbook, Adrian Kulp Hypnobirthing: The Breakthrough to Safer, Easier, More Comfortable Childbirth, Marie F. Mongan Ina May's Guide to Childbirth, Ina May Gaskin Better Birth Stories Birth Course: https://www.betterbirthstories.com/

E. 60 Stay At Home Life & Letting Go of Judgements

E. 59 The First 6 Weeks Postpartum

E.58 Bridger's first hours & days of life

E. 57 Bridger's Birth Story

Catharine and Natalie chat all about ALGAE in this episode of Not Another Wellness Podcast.  Catharine started started a company called ENERGYbits after her sister was diagnosed with breast cancer and was advised to try an alkaline diet to  help her heal. Catharine immediately sprung into action to help her sister research alkaline foods and in the process she discovered algae. When Catharine learned that algae was the most alkaline, plant-based, nutrient-dense food in the world and had been used for fifty years in Asia to improve health and longevity, she knew she had discovered something big (and yes, her sister fully recovered - thanks for asking). Use code "Naturallynomadic" for 20% off your order at https://www.energybits.com/products.html

My journey to embracing pregnancy during a global pandemic.

Elise Munn ATC,CSCS, is the energetic entrepreneur behind Thendara Wellness Collective. We talk through her personal journey, tips and tricks for changing your MINDSET around your goals, setting boundaries with social media, and the power of positivity. https://thendarawellness.com/ Instagram @thendarawellness @elisethendara

#53 “Nobody just stumbles and accidentally achieves their goal” | Anne Rana Health and Weight Loss Coach Instagram: @theannerana Facebook?: Healthy Weight Loss with Anne Rana Natalie and Anne speak on intention setting, what it looks like to find your passion, how to set realistic goals, allowing yourself to pivot when necessary, why it’s important to work backwards to finding success, why it’s not about the destination- the process that brings us joy each day, what stress management looks like, and how we can get back to ourselves. Enjoy!

FitMind is a technology platform providing mental fitness training and education to individuals, Fortune 500 companies and organizations. Website: www.fitmind.co

What is Sober Curiosity and 3 realistic steps to get curiously sober!

#50 Functional Medicine & Environmental Toxicity | Dr. Ann-Marie Barter Dr. Ann-Marie Barter, Chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner Website: https://altfammed.com Podcast: Fearless Health Podcast: www.fearlesshealthpodcast.com Instagram: @alternativefamilymedicineandchiroporactic Interview notes: Dr. Ann-Marie Barter: life in Chiropractic school, studying nutrition, and functional medicine to forming of the Alternative Family Medicine Chiropractic in Denver and Longmont, CO Environmental toxicity and the issues they cause: Mold, Benzene, Petroleum by-products, heavy metals, etc. Side effects of environmental exposure Mold Symptoms*** (these are scary) Dr. Ann-Marie’s health history and mold exposure How to test for mold exposure and how it shows up in the body How to test for mold in your home/office/car etc. Hormones and stress Women and PMS What is PCOS? Birth control, is it safe? What about IUDs? Is the non-hormonal copper IUD safer? Dr. Ann-Marie shares her knowledge on birth control options

#49 Explore the Outdoors With Confidence | Amanda Christian AmandaOutside Website: https://amandaoutside.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtQi5kHkuJ14FuZiyeJC7iQ Instagram: @amandaoutside Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/amandaoutside/ Show notes: The making of #AmandaOutdside Amanda’s journey: A childhood outside, a summer with Bike & Build (https://bikeandbuild.org/) and walking the Camino de Santiago (http://santiago-compostela.net/) From yoga teaching to becoming AmandaOutside full-time How a love for backpacking turned into AmandaOutside “Just feel the fear and do it anyway” How to learn something new?- Just show up and don’t compare yourself to people who’ve been doing something for a long time. How Amanda is empowering people to go into the backcountry feeling more confident Amanda’s tips for new backpackers! This is Amanda Christian. We’re talking about her journey out west from biking, walking, hiking,, to backpacking out west. Amanda shares her journey and how she became a full time video blogger. Amanda Christian and I went to the same elementary and middle schools, and even the same college believe it or not! Her brother told me to check out her Instagram handle one day, @amandaoutside, and I knew I had to interview her to get her full story! I have learned so much from Amanda’s site and I know you will too. It is jam packed with tips and tricks for how to navigate the wilderness, how to pack for a backpacking trip, how to plan out your food for backpacking trip, backpacking on a budget, and even has YOGA flows and meditations filmed in beautiful settings out west. Make sure you go to AmandaOutside and subscribe to her Youtube page.

#48 Travel Light Experience Heavy | Sheila Murray & James Simone How to follow Sheila and James! https://www.sheandjim.com/ Instagram: @shetravls @shemurray @mrwordsmith Interview notes: How Sheila and James met

Episode 47- A Life Journey to A Place to Heal | Fiona Arrigo Fiona Arrigo is the founder of the Arrigo Program and A Place to Heal, London https://www.aplacetoheal.co.uk/ Our work is to heal ourselves so our own healing can spread to our families and communities- Fiona Arrigo A Place to Heal by Arrigo offers an inner-city sanctuary – a hub of learning, healing, inspiration and community. The intimate West London clinic hosts a deep programme of events, lectures and workshops alongside life-shifting one-to-one consultations. Fiona’s award-winning retreat, The Arrigo Programme, has gained a world-class reputation for creating deep and lasting transformation. Now A Place to Heal by Arrigo will offer more people the opportunity to access the unique Arrigo blend of cutting-edge psychotherapy, ancient wisdom, healing and compassionate support. Now more than ever, we need teachers we can trust, practices that really work, places in which we can feel at home, and safe communities of like-minded people. With 30 years of experience and research, alongside deep intuitive wisdom, Fiona Arrigo cuts through the often-bewildering field of psychology, healing and self-transformation. Fiona’s consultants are peerless and her curation of events is designed to stretch the mind, soothe the body and heal the soul. Fiona’s most trusted team are available in London, including Mary Molloy, founder of Biodynamic medicine and psychotherapist, Simon Heathcote. Both are joined by a select band of psychotherapists, healers, mentors, natural health practitioners, and visiting clinical psychologists and consultants, including Gaylin Tudhope and Dr Ana Aquirregabiria. Interview notes: What is wellness? Being deeply centered/anchored in oneself, meeting life as it roles, having saliency, flexibility, joy, knowing our limits, understand that everything changes; we are constantly changing and upgrading, being humbled to meet life What happened during Fiona’s Saturn Return and how it was her great awakening. What is the Saturn Return in astrology? The idea that adversity is the doorway to become more of oneself 15-20 years of training post accident that changed her life an led her to share her learnings with others to help them

Episode 46- "It’s Not About Talent or Being Lucky, It's About the Perseverance to See Something Through" | Marissa Yennie Founder of Lovivo"I founded Lovivo because I believe that when we show up for ourselves first, only then can weshow up best in our businesses. A lot of entrepreneurs struggle with telling their story - who they are, what they do, what they offer and how their audience can be impacted by the benefits. After nearly 10 years of helping massive global brands do this (yes, they needed help, too), I now help small businesses grow intentionally and authentically.”- Marissa Yennie Topics covered: Who is Marissa Yennie and what lights her up in this world? What it takes to start a business, (or multiple businesses). "It’s Not About Talent or Being Lucky, It's About the Perseverance to See Something Through How being an entrepreneur can be lonely Lovivo- the making The power of connection and collaboration   Want more from Marissa?Website: https://www.livelovivo.com/about Instagram: @livelovivo

#45 The YOU Revolution; The Journey of a Better Being | Michelle Zellner Over the past 22 years, Michelle has built a thriving business Better Beings around helping people become healthier humans, aka Better Beings, and credits much of her business success to sharing the challenges and strategies along her own wellness journey. Her book grew out of her successful program she built for Denver Public Schools and other Denver-based corporations. In her new book, the YOU Revolution: the Journey of a Better Being, Denver-based wellness guru, Michell Zellner, explains that wellness isn’t only about fitting into clothes or avoiding illness, it’s about taking a holistic approach to mental, physical and emotional health and wellbeing. Want more from Michelle? You can send her an email here michelle@betterbeings.net and check out what she is up to at https://betterbeings.net/

Episode 44: Technology and Behavior Health and Wellness | Dr. Julie Kinn Dr. Julie Kinn is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience researching and implementing health technology for suicide prevention and other behavioral health promotion. She oversees the development and implementation of health technology for the military and veteran communities at the Department of Defense and the Defense Health Agency. The Defense Health Agency’s Connected Health Branch to help develop mobile apps and online resources to improve the lives of service members, veterans, and their families. The DHA is working to bring these resources into the lives of service members, veterans, and their families through technology. Small habits like a few minutes of daily reflection and meditation can be a great way to care for your mental health and wellness during your career transition out of the military. Want more? www.health.mil/connectedhealth https://www.health.mil/About-MHS/OASDHA/Defense-Health-Agency/Operations/Clinical-Support-Division/Connected-Health/Military-Health-Podcasts

Episode 43: An Introduction to Medicinal Mushrooms | Jeff Chilton Nat and Jeff chat all about the benefits of medicinal mushrooms on this episode. We dive into what mushrooms are, how they are grown and cultivated, the nutritional benefit of mushrooms, how and why you should cook them, and so much more! Jeff Chilton is the President of Nammex, a mushroom spawn business offering a complete line of Certified Organic mushroom extracts to the US nutritional supplement industry. He is also the author of The Mushroom Cultivator! Check out their website: https://www.nammex.com/ Topics covered: What is a mushroom? What is mushroom hunting? How do you know a mushroom is safe to eat? What is the natural growing cycle of a mushroom? How do you grow mushrooms? What is fungi? The historical role of mushrooms in healing in many cultures around the world. What are the nutritional benefits of mushrooms? What are the primary uses for medicinal mushrooms? How to cook mushrooms for best enjoyment :) What is a mycelium? What is nutrient “fairy dusting” and why it is a huge issue in the health and wellness industry? How and why Jeff went about starting the first organic mushroom farm in China

Episode 42 : Wellness While Pregnant & Living With MS Samantha Hayes Health Coach @theunwelladventures Topics covered: Natural birth control methods; Natural Cycles Pregnancy and life changes MS journey Wellness while pregnant  How to eat and be pregnant and listen to your body Fitness while pregnant Morning walks** this has become a new habit of mine! "There’s No Such Thing As Bad Weather” - Linda McGurk On raising resilient, curious and active children  How life’s events shape us and teach us how to live Health coaching

Episode 41: Clear Space, Clear Mind. Nat and Sam talk about the impact your space has on your LIFE.  Samantha Mech OrganizeDecor Instagram: @OrganizeDecor_ www.Organizedecor.com Samantha Mech is a NYC based, professional organizer and founder of OrganizeDécor. As a former collegiate athlete and marathoner, she is a fitness and wellness enthusiast. Sam believes that the secret to leading a happy, healthy, and balanced life starts in the home. Her passion for organizing was borne out of her personal struggle with anxiety and the resulting desire to cultivate a clean, calm, and balanced environment in which she could thrive. Sam's expertise lies in organizing any and all parts of the home and creating orderly and peaceful spaces. Her previous career as a fashion buyer equips her with the added talent of merchandising and consigning unwanted items. Topics covered: Organized and tidy spaces and how they impact your life From an idea and an Instagram, to a full time business Why an organizing business is a wellness business Showing gratitude for what you have in your space "The less clutter you have, the less stress you have” Clear space, clear mind’ How to handle items with sentiment value and still be clutter free What is a curated wardrobe? Self Care and what that looks like for Sam The Joy of Missing out JOMO *AND SO MUCH MORE

Episode 40: Meaning Less; On Choosing Self-Acceptance and Losing Respect for Others' Respect. Nat and Adam dive into the journey of self-acceptance and why it is so crucial to our livelihood. Adam Hise Writer, deep thinker, passionate human Instagram: @baronvonhise Adam Hise is a writer from Covington, Virginia. Adam and I met in 2006 and then reconnected in 2018. In those years in between, Adam turned inward. He challenged nearly every aspect of his “identity," dug deep, got vulnerable, and faced his ego head on. On the podcast today, Adam shares his journey of self- discovery. It’s jam packed with insight and what he found on the other side. This passionate soul is going to change the world someday. Stay tuned for more from him.  Topics covered: What is the health and wellness lifestyle? Adam’s daily routine: Stretching, cold showers, meditation, and more! The journey to self-acceptance "All of mans trouble stems from his inability to sit in a room by himself" How summers in Bozeman, Montana and how that turned Adam, “inward." Writing and impact, “seeming" vs. “being” What is the ego? Want more from Adam? Here are some of Adam's Medium Articles: https://medium.com/@hise311/meaning-less-74d6b89f18ed https://medium.com/@hise311/ideals-ideas-and-symbols-746a2452cf34

Episode 39: Body Wisdom, Diet Culture, and Healing From an Eating Disorder. Natalie and Cara talk about diet culture, what it is, how it affects us, and how we can heal our bodies through practices like intuitive living. Cara Carin Cifelli Host of Love Your Bod Pod Author of the book Body Wisdom Instagram: @Caraskitchen https://www.caraskitchen.net/ Cara Carin Cifelli is a certified holistic health coach who helps humans feel confident around food and in their bodies. Cara is a certified holistic health coach who helps humans feel confident around food and in their bodies. Through education, positive psychology, neuroscience, intuitive development and major realness; she offers her clients a personal, integrated experience that allows them to connect deeply to the woven in wisdom of their bodies so healthy eating and healthy living is fun and easy, not full of guilt, stress and shame. Through her private mentorship, online course, podcast, and Instagram, Cara is inspiring others to live fully self-expressed, free from societies expectations of their bodies and their lives. She's been featured in Mind Body Green, Recovery Warriors, Elephant Journey, and The Feed Feed and is the author of the book Body Wisdom now available on Amazon. Topics covered: Cara’s journey of healing from an eating disorder Cultural programing and the issue with grouping "health and weight loss” in the same category The impact of the media The pursuit of thinness  The pressure on women to be thin and beautiful Fat-phobia  The real story behind the food industry Orthorexia, what is it? How we demonize food in diet culture The impact of the wellness culture on diet culture Body Wisdom  Food for pleasure Why eating doesn’t have to be complicated

Episode 38: What You Need to Know About Periods And The Pill with Amanda Montalvo. Nat and Amanda explore periods, explain the 4 phases of the menstrual cycle, birth control, birth control symptoms, and how our environment impacts the way our body functions. Amanda Montalvo Amanda is an integrative dietitian & women’s health expert specializing in women's hormones. She helps people have an awesome period by decreasing their toxic load and balancing their hormones naturally. https://yournontoxiclife.com/my-story/  Instagram: @amandamontalvord  Topics covered: What is a period? How does birth control work? What is the difference between a hormonal and a copper IUD? How can you transition off hormonal birth control? How you can naturally support liver detox to balance hormones. Seed cycling. Reducing toxic load *AND so much more

#37 Adaptogenic Herbal Coffee  // Lopa van der Mersch, Rasa Koffee. Nat and Lopa dive into the journey to creating Rasa and how coffee can negatively impact the body. How does your body respond to coffee?  Think about it for a second... Does it make you feel jittery, anxious or irritable? If so, you are NOT alone and there are healthy alternatives for you and your body! Rasa is an organic adaptogenic herbal coffee alternative with deep roots in Ayurveda and Chinese medicine.  The Rasa formula is packed with great-tasting herbs that provide lasting energy and nourish your adrenals rather than tax them.   Lopa van der Mersch Founder of Rasa Coffee  https://wearerasa.com/ Instagram: @wearerasa  Topics covered: How Rasa was started: Where motherhood and business intersect  Adaptogenic herbs and  how they are useful in the body  How coffee affects the body  Coffee & Kapha body types  Acknowledging and listening to our natural energy states  Lopa’s favorite way to made a Rasa latte  *And so much more!

Episode 36: Sex Every Day. Nat, Caitlin and Michael dive into their book Sex Every Day and why it is as important as communication in a relationship. Caitlin and Michael Doemner co-authored the book of Sex Every Day, a guidebook to prioritize sex in your marriage. They believe that everyone would be happier & healthier if they focus on their pleasure. They have been happily married for over ten years and have continued to have sex every day despite having four children and building several successful businesses together. In their new book Sex Every Day Caitlin & Michael share the 3-step process they use to prioritize sex in their marriage. https://www.sexeverydaybook.com/homepage25989259 Topics covered on the episode: The difference between men and women and how they might approach sex The barriers to intimacy in a marriage, like having kids Body shame while naked and how to overcome it Prioritizing daily sex and intimacy How to talk about sex with your partner How you can use communication to enhance your relationship/marriage/sex life The benefits of daily intimacy How mindfulness can increase pleasure

Episode 35: The Mind-Body-Soul Connection // Noelle Agape. Nat and Noelle discuss Noelle's life's purpose of helping clients find balance in their lives so they can live the highest version of themselves, coaching them to self mastery; mastering their mind, mastering their ego, mastering their body, mastering their energy and mastering their souls purpose. Noelle Agape M.A, PPS, NLP Health and Wellness Counselor NLP & Energy Medicine Trainer Noelleagape.com TV Host of The Infinite Wellness Show- available on BingTV Instagram: @noelle_agape Noelle Agape is a health and wellness Counselor for the past 17 years with a focus on Health and Wellness. She have 12 years of formal Education and Training in Psychology, Quantum Physics, Energy Healing, Neuro Linguistic Programing and Yoga. She is a TV Host of the Infinite Wellness Show, International Speaker and has developed and implemented wellness retreats around the world. Her goal is to help clients find balance in their lives so they can live the highest version of themselves, coaching them to self mastery; mastering their mind, mastering their ego, mastering their body, mastering their energy and mastering their souls purpose. Her practice is about connecting Mind, Body, Soul and Spirt, through emotional counseling, nutritional support, life coaching and overall health and wellbeing counseling. Notes: Wellness as a mind body soul connection Living your purpose What it means to be a health and wellness counselor. What is NLP? What are limiting beliefs?  How emotions are stored in the body as energy and how we can connect to our body. Meditation as a tool to listen to our body. How can we tune into our bodies? We can connect to your breath. Stop what you are doing and breath in deeply and feel it through your entire body. 5-second breathing technique to calm you down. Meditation in every day life and activities to bring you back into your center ”Death taught me how to live life.” What is an alkaline diet? Living consciously What resonates with you? Follow that. Everything we need is already within us if we listen to our bodies. What brings you joy? Joy is the highest possible vibration on the planet.

#34 Share Love Everywhere | The Power of Positivity | Love Everywhere, Ashley Reale. Nat and Ashley talk the power of positivity and how it has the power to change the world! Love Everywhere is a company with a mission to spread love around the world. Ashley Reale https://www.shareloveeverywhere.com/ If you find one of Ashley’s cards, you can tell them where you found the card on their website! Instagram: @shareloveeverywhere  Topics/themes covered in the podcast: What is Love Everywhere? The corporate environment and how unhappiness in the office turned a secret mission to encourage her coworkers through positivity and affirmations Change, a move and motherhood and how that changed Ashley’s life Spreading affirmations became a hobby that grew into a website and Instagram account which lead to much, much more! "You are on purpose” & “Perfect is being exactly who you are" The power in affirmations and speaking kindly to yourself. How manifestation ties into affirmations The downside of being a people pleaser and how it can actually be damaging to your self worth Motherhood and how it shifts your priorities Why it’s important to realize that people are not thinking about you as much as you think they are and how that realization gives you a bit of freedom The value in learning from failure Ashley shares one of her failures and what she learned from it

#33 What is Collagen? & The Power of Community | Jenny Barber.  Nat and Jenny talk collagen. What is collagen and what are the benefits? We also cover health and wellness tips and life lessons that have helped us get to where we are today. Jenny Barber Instagram: @jennynbarber @vitalproteins First Descents: https://firstdescents.org Topics covered in the episode: What is collagen? The benefits of collagen, joints, gut health, hair, skin and nails Jenny’s background- how it started with food: Culinary school How Jenny used her love and knowledge of food to heal  What is First Decents?  The power of a community and human connection The power of empathy We are here to lean on each other so why not do that? Giving and exchanged of energy Receiving and giving as a part of human connection Why you should enjoy the journey of your life and where it leads you Life lessons and advice: Enjoy the ride: Let go and let things happen without stressing about them. Living in the moment. It’s OK to not be sure. There is so much to be learned at every corner of life. Gratitude is seeing the beautiful in every moment of life. There is magic in being grateful for what would be perceived as small all the way to the grand things. There is more positivity in life when you are looking for.  How social media can take you out of the moment Wellness habits: dark chocolate every day ;) Body oils, rose quarts rollers, quiet time in the morning, working out, coffee or matcha, spending time in nature, nutrition and cooking, seeing food as energy Human design: the study of how we best exchange energy in the world Go easy on yourself, self love, compassion and grace "Thats why they make chocolate and vanilla.” *A grace pass*

Episode 32: What Are You Willing To Do For Health? | True Core Health, Amy Morrison Nat and Amy talk about wellness, curving the mindset around health mentally, spiritually, and physically Amy Morrison Certified Coach, has a degree in Clinical mental health counseling, is a personal trainer and fitness instructor, and works with people through relationship issues, anxiety, grief and loss, motivation issues, and weight loss just to name a few using various therapeutic modalities.    True Core Health & Fitness True Core is all about connecting clients to what is most important to them. I am passionate about utilizing goals and values to give clients a clear vision into what they want for their future. I know lack of motivation or a lack of vision can get in the way, which is why I am passionate about traveling alongside my clients in their journey to increased self awareness and upward movement. Topics/themes for the episode: Health and wellness Self-care Living a life you are proud of The journey to True Core Health and Fitness Sharing inspiration and how it can impact others Encouraging local entrepreneurs by supporting the good vibes! *And SO much more

What is CBD? All of your cannabis and CBD questions answered by the experts!

Nat and Maddie talk wellness and the importance of having a positive mindset. Life will throw you curve balls and how you handle them makes all the difference.

Nat and Molly talk Mindfulness. What is Mindfulness? Why is it such a buzzword right now? Molly shares the tips and trips for how you can practice mindfulness in your every day life.

“Always add value to the spaces and lives around you.” Nat and Sam talk about her interior design business and the ways she uses human connection for the better!

Nat shares her life story and travels with Andy Kusher. Recorded in January 2018 at Podfest 2018!

Nat and Bridget talk women's health and vitality, natural healing herbs and cocktail bitters!

Episode 35: Matt shares his passion for movement and how he started an incredible movement community at Boulder Movement Collective Matt Bernstein The Boulder Movement Collective 3280 Valmont Rd, Unit A Boulder, CO 80301 Website: https://www.bouldermovementcollective.com/ Instagram:  @BoulderMovementCollective Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=boulder%20movement%20collective Video of Ido Portal and THE Movement! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W0Wr7HsylE0 Show Notes: Matt’s path from being a Firefighter, a CrossFitter second and a movement expert Ido Portal- inspiration behind BMC Why every person who is in a discipline has a lot in common with each other.  Morning meditation groups at 5am at the Bernstein house in Boulder Movement= Footwork drills, hand-eye coordination, being able to change direction quickly, expression, spine movement, breathing, mindfulness, rhythm, mobility, somatic breathing/meditation, being able to sitting still The importance of a work life balance no matter what your passion is How Matt raises his kids with movement principals Matt’s perfect morning The one movement that can help you in your day-to-day life.. How movement has changed his life and how you can come in for FREE to try out the Boulder Movement Collective!

A guided meditation for accepting change with an open heart.

A Serbian, a Polack and a German walk into a bar.. and talk all about their experiences immigrating into the USA.

Nat talks with Innerlight Wellness founder Kelly Ingraham about the benefits of Infrared saunas and other important self-care practices!

Nat and Becca talk yoga therapy and what it looks like to create space for healing. Becca Filiaut Yoga Therapist who specializes in trauma recovery support and emotional healing for women https://bodywiseyt.com/ https://www.facebook.com/BodyWiseYT/ @bodywiseyt Intro Hi Becca! 06:00- It starts with a childhood trauma 08:20- Yoga, “Something about this can save my life” -Yoga therapy training, 10 day training 09:00-Emotional release “This is what we are here to gift people” 11:45- “In through and out- the emotion, the experience, the trauma” 12:50- The root chakra, the foundation of your body -energetic and emotional foundation -living life to find stability 15:31 “When you change your perception, you change the way you live” 17:00- How yoga therapy training brought Becca back to her mom 23:00- “We all have trauma” “This is your journey, I am here to hold space for you” 24:50- What is is like to go to Yoga therapy Yoga is spirituality and philosophy and Ayurveda is the healing protocol “Emotions are physical energy manifested mentally” Vata- an imbalance of fear, root chakra Pitta- an imbalance of the feeling of rejection Kapha- Imbalance of sadness 26:55- Based on how you deal with emotions, it manifests as symptoms in the body 30:20- Which emotion/chakra is most unaligned? -Thai style massage sequence -coping strategies, breathing techniques for release “The energy body has a mind of its own. 32:30-how we heal each other by just listening and creating space for healing 33:30- “GRATITUDE AND COMPASSION”- Becca’s tattoos and what they mean to her

A guided meditation or beginners!

Nat and Jenny talk about how we can all be healthier by finding balance in our lives.

Nat sits down with natropathic physician Dr. Nina Manipon to talk wellness!

Danica and Natalie talk safer beauty care products.

Mindfullness programs and curriculum for schools

Nat's meditation background and a guided mediation.

Nat sits down with her big brother to talk about life and his photography business!

Why is Crossfit for life? Listen to this episode to find out! Bill shares his story from desk job to opening his own gym all before 25! Bill Gallagher is the owner of Dynamic Athletics http://www.dynathletics.com info@dynamicathletics.com https://www.facebook.com/dynathletics/ Instagram- @DynamicAthletics Episidee notes: 01:50- Interview with Bill begins -How Bill found CrossFit, college football to athletic training to getting his MBA to landing a job at a “Big 4” as an accountant 05:00- What is CrossFit? - “The team you didn’t know you missed - The best way to get people fit, includes every method of fitness, strength training, rowing, biking, running, etc. -The WOD- The Workout of the Day 07:00- The intimidation factor of CrossFit -The things we do in CrossFit are to help people with everyday lives 08:30- How did you start a gym? -"I was working in accounting and I wasn’t really happy and I knew it and I was looking for things I enjoyed -Left accounting to become a coach/trainer 10:00- What was your mom’s reaction to you quitting your accounting job? -“I always thought, if this doesn’t work I can always fall back on my MBA.” -Sales, marketing and psychology helped in starting a business 11:35-How did you start Dynamic? -How it all started with a neck injury in 2012. -"I always wanted to help people but I didn’t know the best route.” 12:45- If it wasn’t for the strength in your neck, you would have broken it 14:00- What are some of the biggest obstacles to starting a business in a small town like Darien, CT? 15:30-Who was your first member? How do you get people to join a new gym? 16:00- WODs are posted online daily. Most people are coming because they want to be led in the right direction and for the community. -The amazing Crossfit community 20:00-What is the hardest part of being a business owner or Crossfit coach? 21:50-Being Evicted 23:20- What are some of the things you do to keep you inspired? -Business owner groups on Facebook -Books, podcasts, finding your meaning -Staying present in life 25:20- If you could have coffee with one person, who would it be? 29:30- Set realistic goals, longterm and short term -Do Crossfit so that you can be an able bodied elder Come try Dynamic Athletics for a 2-week trial!

Intention setting and meditation for a new month!

Did you know Maikana means "come and eat " in Fijian? Healthy food made fresh and delivered to your door!

When a diagnosis of MS sparks a new wellness journey for Sam.

Anti-inflammatory diets and why they work!

Nat's Wellness Tidbit and Meditation!

0.00- Introduction to episode/intention cards “ I choose Love no matter what” Sarah’s card “ I find a deeper meaning, in personal growth, amid   the discomfort”- Natalie’s card 1:30- Brief introduction to Acupuncture 2:30- Sarah’s Story and discovery of Chinese medicine and Acupuncture 6:00- Taking the leap- leaving her career and enrolling full-time in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine school 9:20- Starting the Acupuncture business 13:50- What to expect at your first acupuncture appointment; Chinese medicinal approach- finding balance, treating each patient individually 18:40- Cupping 101 21:00- “Show me your tongue” What your tongue can say about your health 21:55- How old is Chinese medicine? 23:41- Chinese herbs, the synergist effect 25:05- Adaptogens; used to adapt body to stress. (i.e. Reishi & ashwagandha) 27:30-Medicinal mushrooms- Reishi- the mushroom of immortality. Chinese Herbs include: Green tea, mint, cinnamon, ginger, cardamon, turmeric 29:31- Hot vs. cold foods, how cold foods in the wintertime may hinder digestion- Raw foods, frozen berries in smoothies, etc. and how to warm them up! 30:30- Ice vs. heat for injuries 32:42- WHY don’t we listen to our bodies? How do you feel, now? 34:55-How can you find Sarah? Indigo Acupuncture in Stamford, CT. Not local? Visit www.NCCAOM.org to view the acupuncture certification board, find your acupuncturist! 35:55- Final Take away: EAT THE RAINBOW Sarah Swanberg https://www.indigoacu.com Instagram: @indigoacu Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fairfieldfamilyacu From her Site: Whether you are here because you’re in pain, struggling with fertility, anxiety or other stubborn health issues, or just want to find a little calm in your busy life: WELCOME. I’m so glad you’re here, and I look forward to partnering with you to help you feel your best.

Count Macros, love food

Self-love meditation

Physical Therapy

We all need a little reiki in our lives.

Brown Dog Fancy; Made in the USA

#01 Why Yoga Rules // Regina Hodel Welcome to Not Another Wellness Podcast! This is our first episode, an interview with YTT200 yoga teacher Regina Hodel. We dive into Regina's life and journey to becoming a yoga teacher. We talk spirituality, religion, yoga, meditation, mindfulness and why yoga is always a practice. Namaste