Wellness and Wanderlust
By Valerie Moses
94. Creating Adventure Through Surprise Travel with Bridget Scotti
Today’s guest has an incredible story that you are going to love!
Bridget Scotti is the founder of Whym Travel, a surprise destination vacation company. Customers can fill out a survey, and Whym will plan your entire itinerary along with travel arrangements, lodging and a few surprise activities too. Bridget shares the magic of surprise travel and how even those of us Type A folks can enjoy some spontaneity in our lives!
She also shares helpful travel tips for anyone looking to plan their next trip, how to become more confident as a traveler, and even where *I* should go on my next trip!
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH BRIDGET
Website: https://www.onawhym.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whymtravel
Listeners receive $50 off their first Whym travel with code WELLNESS.
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OUR SPONSOR
This episode is brought to you by Vivoo. Use my code VALERIE20 for 20% off your purchase of Vivoo self-tracking sticks.
Website: https://www.vivoo.io
Podcast Episode: https://wellnessandwanderlust.net/2021/03/25/ep-26-optimizing-our-health-through-biohacking-with-miray-tayfun/
OTHER RESOURCES
Hotel Tonight: https://www.hoteltonight.com/
Hotwire: https://www.hotwire.com/
93. Connecting To Your Intuition with Natalie Kehren
Ready to journey within and unlock your potential? This episode is for you!
Natalie Kehren is a holistic health coach with a focus on energy healing. She primarily works with women who are trying to heal from intense trauma after going through her own healing journey as a survivor of addiction and abusive relationships.
In our conversation, Natalie shares what that journey looked like and how it inspired her to help women connect to their higher selves. We talk about how small changes in our routine can make a big difference in our overall wellbeing, what to do when we're feeling stuck in our healing journeys, how to become more grounded, and ways we can learn to trust our intuition (and our psychic abilities!) on a deeper level.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH NATALIE
Website: https://www.nataliekehren.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natalie.kehren/
Healing Shop: https://www.nataliekehren.com/healing-shop
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
92. A Deep Dive Into Shadow Work with Winnie Chan Wang
What is shadow work, and how can we use it to heal from trauma?
We are chatting with Winnie Chan Wang, a trauma-informed licensed acupuncturist and energy healer, about all things shadow work. Winnie shares her own journey into this line of work and what it means to explore the darkness within ourselves. We discuss how trauma stores itself in the body, the most common shadows we experience (and the blessings behind each of them), whether forgiveness is necessary in order to heal, and how we can shift away from feelings of unworthiness.
CONNECT WITH WINNIE
Website: https://mindfulhealingheart.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulhealingheart/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MindfulHealingHeart/
Book: https://mindfulhealingheart.com/why-read-our-book
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
91. Healing Stronger From Heartache with Zara Marin Franks
How can we heal stronger from heartache?
Today’s guest is Zara Marin Franks, an energy healer, author and coach who helps women rediscover themselves and what they've lost after a breakup.
In our conversation, we talk about the importance of sitting with our discomfort, finding the courage to be ourselves in relationships and beyond, the role of rituals in our healing journey, how we can incorporate breath work and more. Zara also talks about archetype embodiment — what it is and how we can use it to access those parts of ourselves that we’ve lost — and how to set intention through fire rituals.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH ZARA
Website: https://zaramarinfranks.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zaramarinfranks/
Email: zara.marin@gmail.com
Medium: https://medium.com/@zaramarinfranks
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OUR SPONSOR
This week’s episode is brought to you by Kitcaster, a podcast booking agency that specializes in developing real human connections through podcast appearances. If you’re an expert in your field or you have a unique story to share, Kitcaster can help you grow your brand and connect with podcasts that fit your niche. Visit https://kitcaster.com/wanderlust/ to apply for a special offer for friends of this podcast.
OTHER RESOURCES
Flying Wish Paper: https://a.co/d/6zmus7b
90. Finding Beauty and Joy in Today with Brianne Ligori
We constantly find ourselves striving for that next thing and waiting for tomorrow, but how can we find the beauty in today?
Our guest for this week is Brianne Ligori, certified life coach and author of the book, Claiming Your TGiToday. In this conversation, Brianne shares how to create joy for ourselves in the present moment, ways to discover our purpose in life, how to get what we truly need from the people in our lives, how to stand in our truth, and SO much more.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH BRIANNE
Website: https://brianneligori.com/
Book: https://brianneligori.com/book/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianneligori/
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OUR SPONSOR
Get 40% off your first month of Rent the Runway: https://www.renttherunway.com/shares/utwRX5TCmqZ9jJ34aJFP2w==
OTHER RESOURCES
Listen to Valerie as a guest on the Common Humanity podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2yZNg9IgsRjld1kb0ECYdy?si=5debb67ab257498c
89. Aligning With Your Purpose and Getting Unstuck with Tanya Cole-Lesnick, LCSW
How are the patterns in our lives keeping us from achieving our goals?
Tanya Cole-Lesnick has been a psychotherapist and coach since 1995. She received her master’s degree in social work from New York University after group therapy changed her life.
In our conversation, we talk about the power of group therapy and how working in group can help us uncover so many hidden lessons about ourselves. We also discuss how we can get unstuck when working toward our goals, breaking through the generational patterns that have been embedded in us, and how we can get in alignment and stop getting in our own way.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH TANYA
Website and Documentary: https://www.tanyacole-lesnick.com/
Website: https://www.groupwithtanya.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanyathetherapist/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tanyathetherapist/
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OUR SPONSOR
This episode is brought to you by Vivoo. Use my code VALERIE20 for 20% off your purchase of Vivoo self-tracking sticks.
Website: https://www.vivoo.io
Podcast Episode: https://wellnessandwanderlust.net/2021/03/25/ep-26-optimizing-our-health-through-biohacking-with-miray-tayfun/
88. Unlocking Your Career Potential Through Mindset Shifts with Cici Castelli
What role does mindset play in our career growth?
This week, we are chatting with Cici Castelli, business leader, coach, and author of the new book, Mindset Unlocked. From the kitchens of Harvard to the beaches of Miami, Cici shares the powerful story of how she achieved her career dreams after arriving to the United States as a first-generation immigrant. She talks about the role of mindset in discovering your competitive career advantage, and how unlocking our mindset can help us become successful.
In our conversation, Cici and I discuss how to stand out in your career early on, tips for setting goals and managing our time, ways to prioritize our wellness in the midst of a busy career, the power of taking risks, and and the importance of doing the things that others can’t, won’t or simply don’t do.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH CICI
Website: https://www.cicicastelli.com/
Book: https://www.cicicastelli.com/mindset
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cici_castelli/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CiciCastelli
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OUR SPONSOR
This episode is brought to you by ENERGYbits algae tablets. Use my code WELLNESSANDWANDERLUST for 20% off your purchase!
Website: https://www.energybits.com
Podcast Episode: https://wellnessandwanderlust.net/2021/02/04/ep-19-boosting-your-immune-system-with-algae-with-catharine-arnston/
87. How To Design Your Soulcation Life with Mel Miles
Are we addicted to being "busy," and if so, how can we redesign our lives to feel wild and free again?
This week, we are chatting with Mel Miles, international health expert and author of the book Soulcation: Design a Life You Don’t Need a Vacation From. After working at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and helping to launch the global effort to eradicate malaria, Mel found herself hospitalized from a panic attack. In her new book, she shares her healing journey and explores ways to take your life back in the midst of burnout and anxiety.
In this episode, Mel shares how we can redesign our lives around the things we love to do on vacation. We talk about the differences between numbing rest and restorative rest, the power of creating a happy list, rewriting our limiting beliefs, and ways we can incorporate more pleasure and play into our daily rhythms. She shares a lot of practical tips throughout our conversation, so I encourage you to listen back to this episode again and take notes!
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
OUR SPONSOR
Get 30% off your Zencastr Pro account here: https://zen.ai/wellnessandwanderlust
CONNECT WITH MEL
Website: https://takeasoulcation.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/takeasoulcation/
Soulcation Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09XZM7JLP/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1650293762&sr=1-1%20
Courses and Tools: https://takeasoulcation.com/tools/
Soulcation with Mel Miles Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soulcation-with-mel-miles/id1550286562
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
86. Breaking Free From Generational Trauma with Ana Jones
How can we start to live in emotional freedom?
This week, we chat with Ana Jones, an emotional awakening coach who helps women break free from generational patterns in their lives. Through her practice, she holds space for women to reconnect with themselves and go into an expansive healing path. In our conversation, Ana shares how so many of us — women especially — are holding ourselves back through our feelings of unworthiness. We also talk in depth about generational trauma: what it is, how it affects our lives, and how we can move forward on a path toward healing. In addition, she shares an intro to Akashic Records, how trauma bonding plays into our relationships, and why we are each standing in our own way.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH ANA
Website: https://liveinemotionalfreedom.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anacjones
Email: anacjonesg@gmail.com
Mil Mentes • Mil Mundos Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1BRpqgGc8lMjQHkuMTdE6q
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH RESOURCES
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
National Alliance on Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org/
Resources from Mental Health America: https://www.mhanational.org/covid19
OUR SPONSOR
This week’s episode is brought to you by Kitcaster, a podcast booking agency that specializes in developing real human connections through podcast appearances. If you’re an expert in your field or you have a unique story to share, Kitcaster can help you grow your brand and connect with podcasts that fit your niche. Visit https://kitcaster.com/wanderlust/ to apply for a special offer for friends of this podcast.
85. Love Made Simple with Juan Lee
Let's talk about LOVE!
Today’s guest is Juan Lee, the founder of a nonprofit called Clear Journey and author of the book Love Made Simple: A Guide to Inner Peace, Contentment and Success. In our conversation, we discuss the message of love and why it has been made so confusing over the years. Juan shares what exactly love is and how we can use it to act on behalf of humanity, why the term “unconditional love” is really a misnomer, how we can begin to practice self-love, and reflection practices to help us really get aligned.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH JUAN
Website: http://juanleetheauthor.com/
Love Made Simple Book: http://juanleetheauthor.com/about-the-book/
Clear Journey Website: https://www.clearjourney.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juanleeauthor
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juanleeauthor
Twitter: https://twitter.com/lovemadesimple
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juan-lee-6077907a
Clubhouse: Tune in every Thursday at 1 p.m. EST to Agape Love!
Email: info@juanleetheauthor.com
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
84. Finding Body Confidence Through Joyful Movement with Chel Rogerson
Body image is something that most of us have struggled with at one time or another. How do we learn to accept our bodies and not let our limiting beliefs hold us back from living life to the fullest?
This week's guest is Chel Rogerson, a former corporate marketing executive turned yoga teacher and surfer whose story will truly inspire you. After struggling with low self-confidence and body image issues, Chel found a passion for joyful movement in activities like pole dancing, hula hooping and the circus arts, even performing on stage.
In our conversation, we talk about her body confidence journey and how we too can learn to love the bodies we’re in right now. We discuss the power of joyful movement, our blocks to body confidence, and how mindfulness plays into it all. Chel is also a digital nomad, currently living in Sayulita Mexico, so of course we talk about her travels and her tips for aspiring digital nomads!
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH CHEL
Website: https://www.chelrogerson.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelrogerson
Body Love Mini Workshop: https://chelrogerson.com/specials
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
83. The Power of Community and Connection with Arielle Leavitt
Why are connections and community so important?
We are chatting with Arielle Leavitt, host of the You’ve Got Connections podcast. Arielle started out podcasting about the dating world, before pivoting to her new brand You’ve Got Connections earlier this year. Business is done through connections, and how you connect with a person’s energy can make or break a deal.
In our conversation, we talk about the power of connections and community, and how to nurture the relationships in our own lives. We also talk about the world of online dating and how to approach dating in a more positive way. Fun fact: Arielle even recorded one of her own dates on her podcast!
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
OUR SPONSOR
Get 30% off your Zencastr Pro account here: https://zen.ai/wellnessandwanderlust
CONNECT WITH ARIELLE
You've Got Connections Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/youve-got-connections-with-arielle-leavitt/id1550656298
Website: https://www.youvegotconnections.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youvegotconnections
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OTHER RESOURCES
Episode 22 with Jen Glantz: https://wellnessandwanderlust.net/2021/02/25/ep-22-how-we-can-learn-to-trust-ourselves-with-jen-glantz/
Episode 69 with Elé de Posson: https://wellnessandwanderlust.net/2022/01/20/ep-69-embodying-our-divine-feminine-with-ele-de-posson/
82. Postpartum Self-Care with Princess McKinney
How can we take care of ourselves after giving birth?
Our guest this week is Princess McKinney, female entrepreneur, author, doula and founder of BELLIBIND, a lifestyle company for women transitioning into motherhood. In our conversation, we talk about the sacred act of bellybinding during the postpartum experience to help mothers heal physically and spiritually. Princess shares tips for navigating the “fourth trimester” time after birth, self-care strategies for birthing families, how doulas can guide families into parenthood, sacred womb meditations and more. If you’ve ever given birth or are thinking about it in the future, this one is for you!
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH PRINCESS
Website: https://bellibind.com/
Book: https://amzn.to/3rC9Xaw
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bellibind
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bellibind
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bellibind
Email: hello@bellibind.com
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
This contains some affiliate links, which means I may receive some small compensation (at no cost to you!) for any purchases made. This helps keep the show running!
81. Navigating Sex and Love Addiction with Brianne Davis
What is sex and love addiction, and what does the recovery process look like?
This week, I’m chatting with Brianne Davis, an actress, director and producer, podcast host and author of “Secret Life of a Hollywood Sex and Love Addict.” In our conversation, Brianne and I discuss what sex and love addiction is, and many of the misconceptions around this type of addiction. We talk about trauma bonding, mistakes we are making in the dating world today, how our early childhood experiences play into sex and love addiction, and the compare and despair trap that comes from our social media.
Brianne most recently starred on the History Channel’s “Six” and has also appeared on shows like Lucifer, Casual, Rosewood, True Blood, The Mentalist and more. With more than a decade of recovery as a sex and love addict, Brianne is the host of the popular mental health podcast “Secret Life” and recently published her best-selling book on the topic as well.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH BRIANNE
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebriannedavis/
Website: https://secretlifenovel.com/
Book: https://amzn.to/3rklHOT
Podcast: https://secretlifepodcast.com/
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
Some of these links are affiliate links, which means I may receive some small compensation (at no cost to you!) for any purchases made. This helps keep the show running!
80. Binge Eating Recovery and Intuitive Eating with Sam Sherman
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH SAM
Website: www.samanthashermancoaching.com/
Instagram: www.instagram.com/samanthashermancoaching/
Workshop on April 27: mailchi.mp/samanthashermancoaching.com/workshop-april-27th
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OTHER RESOURCES
Intuitive Eating: www.intuitiveeating.org
79. Manifesting Your Dream Life with Brittany Welsh
What is manifestation, and how can we use it to live our best lives?
Brittany Welsh is a manifestation expert at Manifesting With Britt, where she uses scientific research in neuroscience, evolutionary biology and cognitive psychology to help people better understand how we create our reality. In our conversation, we talk about the science behind manifestation and how we can co-create with the universe. We also discuss how manifestation plays into our health and wellness goals, romantic relationships, and other areas of our lives.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH BRITTANY
Website: https://manifestingwithbritt.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manifestingwithbritt
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@manifestingwithbritt
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manifesting-with-britt/id1571499390
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OTHER RESOURCES
The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle: https://amzn.to/3Do6rVX
Making It Count Podcast Episode: https://resources.additionfi.com/healthy-ecofriendly-budget
OUR SPONSOR
This week’s episode is brought to you by Kitcaster, a podcast booking agency that specializes in developing real human connections through podcast appearances. If you’re an expert in your field or you have a unique story to share, Kitcaster can help you grow your brand and connect with podcasts that fit your niche. Visit https://kitcaster.com/wanderlust/ to apply for a special offer for friends of this podcast.
78. Becoming a Transformational Leader with Heather Wickman, Ph.D.
What does it mean to be a transformational leader, and how can we get there?
This week, we chat with Heather Wickman, Ph.D., co-founder of Untethered and author of The Evolved Executive. Through Untethered, Heather helps her clients break through stubborn roadblocks through peak experiences like sacred plant medicine and equine coaching.
In this episode, we talk about how to transform our mindsets and navigate through change, how to practice Love in Action in our work lives, ways to deepen self-awareness and improve our self-worth, and how to practice radical candor without gravitating toward hostility.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH HEATHER
Website: https://beuntethered.co/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heatherwickmanphd/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherwickmanphd
Book: https://amzn.to/3qnXpD5
Growth Leader Assessment: https://beuntethered.co/gli-survey/
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OUR SPONSOR
This week's episode is brought to you by the Reclaim the Rebel Academy, which starts March 31. To register, visit https://reclaimtherebel.thinkific.com/?ref=efa488 today! You'll receive a free signed copy of "Reclaim the Rebel" when you join.
Some of these links are affiliate links, which means I may receive some small compensation for any purchases made, at no additional cost to you. Affiliate links help keep the show running!
77. Dealing With Burnout and Reclaiming Our Confidence with Erica Fredenburg
If you've been feeling burned out these days, you are not alone!
This week, we are chatting about all things burnout with Erica Fredenburg, a health and mindset coach and registered nurse who helps healthcare workers break free from burnout. In our conversation, we talk about how to identify our own sources of burnout, and what we can do to overcome it. We also discuss boundaries for creating a better work/life balance, how to be more present, and ways to build our confidence and thrive.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH ERICA
Website: https://www.connectwitherica.com
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mentalhealthcoacherica
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/efredenburg
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OTHER RESOURCES
Insight Timer App: https://insighttimer.com/
Breathwrk App: https://www.breathwrk.com/
OUR SPONSOR
This week's episode is brought to you by the Reclaim the Rebel Academy, which starts March 31. To register, visit https://reclaimtherebel.thinkific.com/?ref=efa488 today!
76. Surviving Breakups and Creating Our Best Lives with Sarah Mac
Most of us have gone through at least one difficult breakup in our lives, but it can still feel like such a lonely and isolating experience.
This week, we chat with Sarah Mac, a certified life coach who helps women get through their breakups and create space for what's next. We talk about ways to get over your ex, how our attachment styles and childhood experiences play into our relationships, how to make the most of your single time and use it to manifest something new, and how to become more comfortable with being single, especially at a time in life when it feels like everyone is coupling up.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH SARAH
Website: https://www.lovesmac.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/love.sarahmac
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OUR SPONSOR
This episode is brought to you by Vivoo. Use my code VALERIE20 for 20% off your purchase of Vivoo self-tracking sticks.
Website: https://www.vivoo.io
Podcast Episode: https://wellnessandwanderlust.net/2021/03/25/ep-26-optimizing-our-health-through-biohacking-with-miray-tayfun/
75. Making Our Wellness Goals a Reality with Zach Tucker and Jeremy Grater
How can we improve our health and find inner peace through small, incremental shifts?
This week, we chat with Zach Tucker and Jeremy Grater, hosts of The Fit Mess Podcast, all about making our wellness goals a reality. Through their podcast, they help listeners overcome these challenges through open and vulnerable conversations.
In this episode, Zach and Jeremy each share their own wellness journeys and the small lifestyle changes they have made over time to create major transformation in their lives. We talk about the power of mindset, how to set realistic health goals, ways to become more present, and how we can inspire the younger generations to show up for themselves.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
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Website + Podcast: https://www.thefitmess.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fitmessguys
Email: info@thefitmess.com
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74. Ayurveda, Vedic Astrology and Immune Health with Dr. Justine Lemos
Ayurveda is the science of life, and it can help us better understand our bodies and their imbalances.
This week is a deep dive into Ayurveda with Dr. Justine Lemos, Ayurvedic practitioner, teacher and host of the brand new podcast, Third Eye Roll. Justine is also the host of Thrive: Self-Healing with Ayurveda, on Gaia TV.
In today’s conversation, Justine shares how Ayurveda helps us determine the root causes of bodies’ imbalances, and what we can do to improve our vitality (our ojas) and decrease our ama, or the gunk that accumulates in our bodies. We also get into Vedic Astrology, and what’s going on in the cosmos today that we should be mindful of. Learn daily practices to keep your body majestic, the differences between Tropical and Western Astrology, why you should never put ice in your drinks, and so much more!
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH JUSTINE
Website: https://www.justinelemos.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justinelemosphd
Third Eye Roll Podcast: https://justinelemos.com/podcast
Shakti Path Group Coaching Program: https://shaktipath.carrd.co/
Thrive on Gaia: https://www.gaia.com/portal/justine
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
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OUR SPONSOR
This week’s episode is brought to you by Kitcaster, a podcast booking agency that specializes in developing real human connections through podcast appearances. If you’re an expert in your field or you have a unique story to share, Kitcaster can help you grow your brand and connect with podcasts that fit your niche. Visit https://kitcaster.com/wanderlust/ to apply for a special offer for friends of this podcast.
73. How To Love and Accept Our Bodies Unconditionally with Lizzy Cangro
Accepting our bodies unconditionally can often feel like a radical act. How can we ditch the diet culture and love our bodies, while still practicing healthy habits?
This week, we chat with Lizzy Cangro, nutritionist and author of the new book, Reclaim the Rebel: 12 Rebellious Acts to Achieve Unconditional Love for Your Body. In our conversation, Lizzy shares her own story of recovery from an eating disorder, and how she found inner peace. We discuss the power of vulnerability, how we can reach a state of intuitive eating (and what intuitive eating even is!), how to use our love languages to improve our relationships with ourselves, and what we can do to silence that inner mean girl and rewrite our stories.
This episode is packed with helpful tips, so you'll definitely want to take notes!
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
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Book: https://amzn.to/34L5zxC
Website: https://www.nutritionbylizzy.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nutritionbylizzy
Self-Love Challenge: https://www.nutritionbylizzy.com/rebel/
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Some of these links are affiliate links, which means I may receive some small compensation for any purchases made.
72. Understanding Our Pain and Forgiving Ourselves with Poonam Bhuchar
How can we find purpose and meaning in life's most painful moments?
This week, we chat with author Poonam Bhuchar all about how we can understand our pain and regain control of our lives. After surviving sexual assault, multiple suicide attempts and an abusive arranged marriage, Poonam created the SAFE Method, a four-step system to help you heal from trauma.
In this episode, Poonam shares her own story and how she reclaimed her power. We talk about the four steps of the SAFE method, how our emotional pain can manifest in the body, ways to overcome the “why me?” mentality, and how we can finally forgive ourselves and heal. It’s an important conversation you won’t want to miss!
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH POONAM
Website: https://emotionallysafe.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Emotionally-Safe-102940207992415
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emotionally_safe
Book: https://amzn.to/3oxoD9e
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Some of these links are affiliate links, which means I may receive some partial compensation from any purchases made.
71. How To Declutter Your Home and Life with Jane Stoller
For many of us, decluttering is a huge part of our New Year's Resolutions, but getting started can often feel overwhelming.
This week, we chat with Jane Stoller, also known as Organized Jane, all about how we can declutter our homes, minds and businesses. Jane is the author of ‘“Organizing For Your Lifestyle” and “Decluttering for Dummies,” and she’s passionate about helping others reduce stress through simple organizing techniques.
In this episode, we discuss how to tackle the most stressful areas of our homes in bite-sized pieces, and how to get buy-in from the whole family, including kids. Jane also shares how our closets can set the tone for the entire day, how to incorporate a “giving forward” approach into our lives, ways to organize the photos on our phones, productivity tools to keep your work life more organized and SO much more.
Get your notebook ready, because there are a lot of great tips in this episode and you'll want to take notes!
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH JANE
Website: https://www.organizedjane.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/organizedjane/
"Organizing For Your Lifestyle" Book: https://amzn.to/3unxkH0
"Decluttering For Dummies" Book: https://amzn.to/3L1YwRs
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
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Tick Tick App to manage tasks: https://ticktick.com/
Drag App to manage Gmail workspace: https://www.dragapp.com/product/
Neat App to digitize receipts: https://www.neat.com/
Asana to manage projects: https://www.asana.com/
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70. Redefining Holistic Healthcare with Krista Berlincourt and Kensho Health
How can we navigate the confusing world of holistic health -- without breaking the bank?
Meet Krista Berlincourt, an inspiring entrepreneur and co-founder of Kensho Health, a platform that makes it easy to find high-quality and affordable holistic health care. Kensho Health came to life after Krista went through her own healing journey, helping to take the guesswork out of holistic health.
In this episode, Krista shares her own personal wellness journey that led to the creation of Kensho Health, and why access to health coaches can be so transformative. We talk about why whole person health is not always a linear path, how we can create more sustainable habits, finding those “aha” moments of awakening in our own journeys, and so much more.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH KENSHO HEALTH
Website: https://www.kenshohealth.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kenshohealth
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OTHER RESOURCES
Fertility Freedom Workshop: https://www.innaterhythm.com/fertility-freedom-workshop
Get $25 off your purchase with code VALERIE at checkout.
69. Embodying Our Divine Feminine with Elé de Posson
What does it mean to tap into our divine feminine? This week, we're about to find out!
Elé de Posson is a business mentor, spiritual teacher and host of the Sacred Roots Podcast. She is also the author of two books, “The Self Healing Spiral” and “The Path of Femininity.” In this week’s episode, Elé and I talk about tapping into our divine feminine energy and how it can help us receive abundance in our lives. She shares the three feminine wounds we experience on an individual and collective level, tips for manifestation, and practices to protect ourselves from the negative energy of others.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH ELE
Website: https://www.eleonoredeposson.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eledeposson/
Sacred Roots Podcast: https://www.eleonoredeposson.com/podcast
Free Feminine Gifts Quiz: https://www.eleonoredeposson.com/giftquiz
The Self Healing Spiral Book: https://amzn.to/3Ibx41w
The Path of Femininity Book: https://amzn.to/3IhYmU5
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Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
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Some of these links are affiliate links, which means I may receive some small compensation for purchases made.
68. Healing Our Bodies Through Ayurveda with Lillian Jacobs
What is Ayurveda, and how can we use this ancient science to improve our health?
Lillian Jacobs is an LA based holistic health coach and Ayurvedic health coach with clients nationwide. Ayurveda is considered the sister science of yoga and it’s a modality that focuses on treating the root causes of illness rather than the symptoms.
In this episode, Lillian shares her own wellness journey and how Ayurveda first came into her life. We discuss what Ayurveda is, how to determine your Ayurvedic dosha (your own body’s constitution), how we can keep our unique bodies in balance through certain foods and practices, healthier ways to structure your day, and self-care tips rooted in Ayurveda to help us lead healthier lives.
This episode is PACKED with great information and actionable tips!
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH LILLIAN
Website: https://lillianjacobswellness.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lillianjacobswellness
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OTHER RESOURCES
Take This Free Ayurvedic Dosha Quiz: https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/dosha-quiz/
OUR SPONSOR
This week’s episode is brought to you by Kitcaster, a podcast booking agency that specializes in developing real human connections through podcast appearances. If you’re an expert in your field or you have a unique story to share, Kitcaster can help you grow your brand and connect with podcasts that fit your niche. Visit https://kitcaster.com/wanderlust/ to apply for a special offer for friends of this podcast.
67. The Comparison Trap, Wellness Trends and 2021 Recap
Happy New Year! Today's episode is a short and sweet solo episode where we wrap up 2021, discuss the comparison trap we all experience with social media, and share wellness trend predictions for 2022. I also share what I'm working on this year, how I'm structuring my goals by quarter, and what our listeners are looking to manifest in the new year.
Plus, you'll find out my one-word theme for 2022, and why it's so different from previous years.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
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This episode is brought to you by ENERGYbits algae tablets. Use my code WELLNESSANDWANDERLUST for 20% off your purchase!
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66. Getting to Know Our Inner Narrators with Valerie Gordon
Do you have an inner narrator, and what does that voice say to you?
In this episode, I’m chatting with Valerie Gordon, author of "Fire Your Narrator: A Storyteller's Guide to Getting Out of Your Head and Into Your Life." Valerie is also an Emmy Award-winning producer and the founder of Commander-in-She, a communications and career strategy firm.
Valerie and I talk about those inner narrators we all have - the critical narrator, the people pleasing narrator, the arrogant narrator, and so many more - and how our inner narrators can sometimes cause us to self-sabotage. We also discuss how we can map our own inner narrators, the importance of forgiving ourselves for past mistakes, why conflict isn’t always a bad thing, and internal language we can use to set ourselves up for success.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH VALERIE GORDON
"Fire Your Narrator" Book: https://amzn.to/3pE9l3K
Website: https://commander-in-she.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CommanderInShe/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/commanderinshe/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/commanderinshe
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/valeriejgordon/
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
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Some of these links are affiliate links, which means I may receive some small compensation for purchases made.
65. How To Become Your Inner CEO with Becca Powers
What does it mean to harness your inner CEO? This week, we're about to find out!
Becca Powers is a Fortune 500 sales executive and author of the new book, “Harness Your Inner CEO,” which explores how we can create the life of our dreams and focus on the things that matter most to us. She shares the story of how she lifted herself up after hitting an emotional rock bottom and pursued a life of passion and prosperity.
In our conversation, we talk about our default coping mechanisms and how they hold us back, tips for finding our passion, how we can truly step into our power, ways to nurture the relationships in our lives and SO much more.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH BECCA
Harness Your Inner CEO Book: http://beccapowers.com/harnessyourinnerceo
Website: https://www.beccapowers.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beccapowers1313
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beccapowers1313
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beccapowers1313/
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64. Creating Magic Through Wellness Rituals with Tandy Gutierrez
Meet our favorite Wellness Witch! Tandy Gutierrez is the founder and creator of Unicorn Wellness, an online Pilates studio that offers a unique blend of wellness, fitness and spirituality.
In this episode, Tandy shares her healing journey from autoimmune disease and a thyroidectomy, and how both wellness and fitness played a role in that journey. We talk about rituals to incorporate into our lives during the different lunar phases, wellness tips for those healing from chronic illness, how we can move away from perfectionism, and the power of embracing the weird and being our authentic selves.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH TANDY
Website: https://www.unicornwellnessstudio.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tandy_gutierrez
Watch Our 4 in 40 IG Live Conversation: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CXPNDr5gSRO/
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OUR SPONSOR
This week’s episode is brought to you by Kitcaster, a podcast booking agency that specializes in developing real human connections through podcast appearances. If you’re an expert in your field or you have a unique story to share, Kitcaster can help you grow your brand and connect with podcasts that fit your niche. Visit https://kitcaster.com/wanderlust/ to apply for a special offer for friends of this podcast.
63. Trends in Wellness Travel with Tammy Pahel
Who else needs a spa trip?
We're combining wellness and wanderlust this week as we chat with Tammy Pahel from the Carillon Miami Wellness Resort. We talk about some of the trends taking place in wellness travel, and how touchless wellness has become a game changer during the pandemic. We also talk about wellness modalities like halotherapy, salt float baths and even retreats that the resort has hosted to help us cope with anxiety and life changes.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH TAMMY + CARILLON
Website: https://www.carillonhotel.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carillonhotel/
Email: tammy.pahel@carillonhotel.com
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Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
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OTHER RESOURCES
2021 Holiday Gift Guide: https://wellnessandwanderlust.net/2021/12/07/your-2022-holiday-gift-guide/
Episode 46 on Personalized Medicine: https://wellnessandwanderlust.net/2021/08/12/ep-46-healing-your-gut-health-with-dr-marvin-singh/
62. Optimizing Our Reproductive Health with Haley Smith, MScN
How can we take ownership of our reproductive health?
This week, we chat with Haley Smith, a women’s health nutritionist and certified fertility awareness method practitioner. Through the fertility awareness method, Haley guides women to either consciously conceive or avoid pregnancy through their bodies’ innate rhythms. In our conversation, we talk about how the fertility awareness method works and how we can empower ourselves through our bodies’ fifth vital sign. Haley also shares tips for women looking to transition off of hormonal birth control, how men can prepare for conception, and nutritional changes we can make to support our hormone health.
As you’ll learn in this episode, Haley is also hosting the Fertility Freedom workshop in February 2022 with a group of incredible practitioners. This is a two-day virtual event for anyone who wants to learn about preparing their body for pregnancy and I highly suggest you check it out! Use code VALERIE at check-out to get $25 off.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH HALEY
Website: https://www.innaterhythm.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innaterhythm_
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/innaterhythmnutrition/
Fertility Freedom Workshop: https://www.innaterhythm.com/fertility-freedom-workshop
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Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
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"The Fifth Vital Sign" by Lisa Hendrickson-Jack: https://amzn.to/3Dg3ftC
"Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can't Live Without It" by Dr. David Brownstein: https://amzn.to/3EeX0Ys
Some of these links are affiliate links, which means I may receive some small compensation for purchases made.
61. Cultivating Gratitude and Mindfulness in Your Life with Andrew Jordan Nance
'Tis the season for giving thanks!
This week, I sit down with Andrew Jordan Nance, founder of Mindful Arts San Francisco and author of several children’s books on mindfulness, including Puppy Mind. Mindful Arts San Francisco provides mindfulness instruction to youth in underserved San Francisco schools.
In our conversation, Andrew and I talk about why mindfulness is so important for our youth to cultivate and how we as adults can better support the young people in our lives when they are dealing with their own big emotions. We also discuss why joy can sometimes be scary, how we can find the pleasant in the present, games to help us practice more gratitude, and how we can hold space for others and be more present in our conversations.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH ANDREW
Website: https://www.andrewjnance.com/
Mindful Arts SF: https://www.mindfulartssf.org/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andrewjordannance/
Check Out Andrew's Books: https://amzn.to/3HTCyyI
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Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
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Some of these links are affiliate links, which means I may receive some small compensation for purchases made.
60. Embracing Spontaneity In Our Travels with Marcia Simon
Let's talk about the roads less traveled!
This week's guest is Marcia Simon, travel advisor and owner of Friendly Group Travel, and we're discussing all things wanderlust. Marcia recently embarked on an adventure that, as a travel advisor, she would never recommend to her clients - taking a road trip across the United States with no pre-booked hotels or itinerary. In this conversation, we learn all about Marcia's 8,000+ mile road trip with her son, exploring 14 national parks. She shares some of the highlights of their trip, along with how we can embrace more spontaneity in our own travels, tips for multigenerational travel, traveling safely during the pandemic, and much more.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH MARCIA
Website: https://www.friendlygrouptravel.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/friendlygrouptravel
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/friendlygrouptravel
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
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Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
59. Leading With Empathy with Erin Thorp
How can we practice more empathy in our personal and professional lives?
This week, we chat with Erin Thorp, leadership coach and author of Inside Out Empathy. In our conversation, Erin and I talk about the role that empathy plays in our communication and leadership styles, and why emotional intelligence is so important for leaders to develop. She shares ways we can improve our empathy muscle without taking on the feelings of the entire room, tips for navigating difficult conversations, handling conflict with our superiors, and how we can lead with empathy without being taken advantage of by others.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH ERIN
Website: https://www.erinthorp.ca/
Inside Out Empathy Book: https://amzn.to/30crwTK
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elthorp
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/erin-thorp-coaching/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erinthorpcoaching
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
Some of these links are affiliate links, which means I may receive some small compensation for purchases made.
58. Interior Design for Your Overall Wellness with Carrie Leskowitz
How do our homes reflect our inner selves?
This week, we’re chatting with Carrie Leskowitz, an interior designer and life coach, and author of the new book Om For The Home: A Holistic Approach to Interior Design for Your Overall Wellbeing, Body, Mind and Spirit. In our conversation, Carrie shares how our living space can play a role in our overall wellness. We talk about how to improve the energy of a room, Carrie’s CORE pillars of wellness, the most common limiting beliefs and how to overcome them, and how we can get rid of both physical and emotional clutter.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH CARRIE
Om For The Home Book: https://amzn.to/3BFOUWV
Carrie's Website: https://www.carrieleskowitzinteriors.com/
Carrie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carrieleskowitz
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OTHER RESOURCES
Self-Care vs. Hustle Culture Video Interview: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CVy_lJVAwgH/
57. Healing and Releasing Our Traumas with Shalev Amar
70% of adults in the U.S. have experienced trauma at some point in their lives. This week, we chat with Shalev Amar, lemon law attorney and creator of the YouTube channel, Freedom from Trauma. Shalev shares his personal healing journey, along with how we can identify the sources of trauma in our own lives.
We discuss big T vs. little T traumas, different types of healing modalities, the importance of consistency as you begin your recovery, and how we can express more empathy toward others who are struggling.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH SHALEV
Freedom From Trauma YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMSTLhYRSNsLFFB5vh5w17g/
Amar Law Group Website: https://www.arizonalemonlawamar.com
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
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OTHER RESOURCES
Trauma Releasing Exercises by David Berceli: https://amzn.to/3BmMvQz
The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk: https://amzn.to/2Zqv0BF
Healing Back Pain: The Mind-Body Connection by John Sarno: https://amzn.to/3EqN3GX
Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg: https://amzn.to/3CoyKlV
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56. How Temperature Can Affect Our Sleep with Jason Elliott
We all know the importance of getting a good night’s sleep, but how can we make that a reality? For engineer Jason Elliott, lack of quality sleep was affecting his mood, work performance and overall health. He soon learned that temperature was playing a major role in his sleep quality, and went on to start his company Perfectly Snug, developing a mattress topper that adjusts to the body's temperature.
In our conversation, Jason shares his personal wellness journey, along with the road to becoming an entrepreneur. We also talk about the role temperature plays in our sleep cycles, how to ensure a better quality night’s sleep, tips for adjusting our sleep while traveling in other time zones and much more.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH JASON
Perfectly Snug Website: https://perfectlysnug.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/perfectlysnug
Contact Page: https://perfectlysnug.com/pages/contact
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Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OTHER RESOURCES
The Daily Stoic: https://amzn.to/3E0n3SN
Instagram Live with Hayleigh Hayhurst on 10/27 at 5 p.m. EST: https://www.instagram.com/espressopodcastproduction
55. How Women Can Elevate Their Careers with Heather Odendaal
How can women adjust (and thrive!) in this ever-changing workforce?
Our guest today is Heather Odendaal, co-founder of WNORTH, a global organization dedicated to women's leadership development. COVID-19 has had a major impact on our workforce, especially for women, and we talk about some of the challenges women have faced as we adjust to this new landscape. Heather and I discuss the power of community when working toward our career goals, how to leverage technology to find more balance in our working lives, negotiation techniques, and important skills that will help us stand out as we work toward that next promotion.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH HEATHER
WNORTH Website: https://www.wnorthconnect.com
WNORTH Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wnorthconnect
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OTHER RESOURCES
Calendly (scheduling site): https://www.calendly.com
Loom (video messaging): https://www.loom.com/
Doodle (scheduling for groups): https://www.doodle.com
Bucket List: https://wellnessandwanderlust.net/2021/10/12/2021-2022-bucket-list-adventure-awaits/
54. Combining Luxury and Comfort with Erika Carrero
This week, we’re chatting with an inspiring female founder in the world of fashion. Erika Carrero is the founder of Elizée, a luxury footwear brand for women on the go. Her collection combines luxury with comfort, addressing the need for gorgeous heels that don't hurt our feet.
In today’s conversation, Erika shares more about her journey from Silicon Valley CFO to Founder and CEO in the world of fashion, and how she worked with skilled cobblers in Italy to create her handcrafted capsule collection during a pandemic. Erika shares how nature can spark creativity and improve our wellness, the value of networking and mentorship, and what to do in her home country of Peru.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH ERIKA
Elizée Shoes Website: https://elizeeshoes.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizeeshoes/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elizeeshoes
Casa Generacion: https://www.friendsofgeneracion.org/
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Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
53. Using Mindfulness To Combat Stress and Burnout with Dr. Lisa Nezneski
How does stress impact your physical health? After a harrowing experience in the emergency room, Dr. Lisa Nezneski realized she had to make some changes in her life.
Dr. Nezneski is a pharmacist and author of the new book 7 Mindful Questions, which focuses on the seven questions you should ask when navigating a stressful situation. In our conversation, she shares the story behind her wellness journey and the role that mindfulness has played in her overall well-being. We talk about the benefits of mindfulness and meditation, how we can be more present in our lives, the importance of feeling our feelings, and how energy healing modalities can help us when we’re feeling stuck.
As a bonus, our listeners will gain FREE access to Dr. Nezneski's guided meditations through the link below!
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH LISA
Website: https://www.lisanezneski.com/
Free Meditations: https://www.lisanezneski.com/guided-meditations-mindfulness-healing
7 Mindful Questions: https://amzn.to/3m9UAT7
Grounded in Chaos: https://amzn.to/3uxSfVV
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisanezneski
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LisaNezneski
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-nezneski-mindfulrx/
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Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
52. One Year Anniversary Celebration + Ask Me Anything!
Can you believe it? Wellness and Wanderlust is officially one year old! To celebrate the podcast's first birthday, Valerie shares some behind-the-scenes stories and answers listener questions. Find out the backstory behind Wellness and Wanderlust, how boundary-setting has played a role in her podcasting journey, what dream guests Valerie would love to have on the show, and so much more.
Thank you to everyone for making this past year such a memorable one and for being a part of this community!
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
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Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
51. Celebrating Our Healthcare Heroes with Bansi Lakhani
How can we support and celebrate the healthcare heroes in our own lives?
Meet Bansi Lakhani, the founder and creative spark of Healing Hands Scrubs. After a major heart attack and lifesaving surgery in 1997, Bansi vowed to give back to the healing angels who saved him. Through Healing Hands, Bansi strives to make the world a better place for nurses and other healthcare workers. In our conversation, Bansi shares the story of how Healing Hands came to be, and we talk about the importance of showing our appreciation for our healthcare heroes. We also discuss the power of giving back, and how to instill a sense of purpose into your business ventures.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH BANSI
Healing Hands Website: https://www.healinghandsscrubs.com
Email: goodkarma@hhscrubs.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healinghandsscrubs
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hhscrubs
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
50. Connecting to Your Higher Self with Nanette Hucknall
What does it mean when we talk about our higher self, and how can we connect with that part of ourselves?
Our guest this week is Nanette Hucknall, founder of Higher Self Yoga and an award-winning author, psychotherapist and teacher. In our conversation, Nanette shares the story of her own spiritual journey and her work as a psychotherapist. We also discuss techniques for busy professionals to incorporate spirituality into their lives and careers, ways to cope in difficult times (like a pandemic!), tips for those new to meditation, and even past life regression. This episode is packed with actionable tips and is one you won't want to miss.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH NANETTE
Website: https://www.nanettevhucknall.com/
Higher Self Yoga: https://higherselfyoga.org/
Free Courses: https://higherselfyoga.org/classes
Nanette's Books: https://amzn.to/3yVwBLV
Higher Self Yoga Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higherselfyoga
Nanette's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/nanettevhucknall
Higher Self Yoga Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/higherselfyoga
Nanette's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nanettevhucknall
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
49. Self-Care Rituals and Hormone Support with Devon Loftus and Jenna Radomski
This week, we are chatting with Devon Loftus, founder of Moon Cycle Bakery, and Jenna Radomski, holistic nutritionist and founder of Jenna Bee Basics. Moon Cycle Bakery offers hormone supportive treats to help women replenish certain micronutrients throughout their cycle. Devon and Jenna have teamed up to create The Moon Cycle Cookbook, empowering women to nourish themselves with recipes and rituals organized around each of the four phases of the menstrual cycle.
In this episode, we talk about what our bodies need most at different times of the month, and how we can destigmatize those conversations. Devon and Jenna share easy-to-implement self care rituals, the importance of celebrating our bodies, what to do about period cravings, and why it’s ok sometimes to have a good cry.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH DEVON AND JENNA
Moon Cycle Bakery Website: https://mooncyclebakery.com/
Jenna Bee Basics: https://www.jennabeebasics.com/
Devon's Website: https://devonloftuswrites.com/
Preorder the Moon Cycle Cookbook: https://amzn.to/38xXLh1
Moon Cycle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mooncyclebakery
Moon Cycle TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mooncyclebakery
Devon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devonloftuswrites
Jenna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennabeebasics
Jenna's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennabeebasics
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Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
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48. Improving Our Health Through Sea Moss with Karen Mitchell
What is sea moss, and how can we use it? This week's guest is Karen Mitchell, Founder and CEO of Gold Coast Sea Moss, a natural apothecary focused on sustainability. After seeing her family use sea moss as a natural remedy for generations in Jamaica, Karen wanted to bring that healing modality to even more people who did not grow up in the islands.
In our conversation, Karen shares the numerous health benefits of sea moss, and how we can all incorporate it into our wellness routines. We also talk about the importance of sustainability and water stewardship, and Karen shares not only how Gold Coast Sea Moss is giving back, but how we as consumers can identify and support other businesses that are protecting the planet.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH KAREN
Website: https://www.goldcoastseamoss.com
Business Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goldcoastseamoss
Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mzseamossboss
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoldCoastSeaMoss/
Email: goldcoastseamoss@gmail.com
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
OTHER RESOURCES
OrlandoVoyager Article: http://orlandovoyager.com/interview/check-out-valerie-mosess-story/
Making It Count Episode (The Science Behind a Good Credit Score): https://resources.additionfi.com/mic-credit-score
Episode 16 ft. Julia Menez on Travel Hacking & Credit: https://wellnessandwanderlust.net/2021/01/14/ep-16-how-to-score-free-travel-through-travel-hacking-with-julia-menez/
47. Navigating a Toxic Workplace Culture with Jana Morrin
We spend a third of our lives at work, so the culture and environment of our organizations can play a huge role on our overall mental health. Our guest is Jana Morrin, the founder of Speakfully, a workplace reporting platform that allows employees to document harassment, bullying, bias and other toxicity in the workplace.
After experiencing workplace harassment for herself, Jana created the Speakfully platform to foster safer environment for those coming forward with workplace concerns. In our conversation, Jana shares why documentation is so important and when we need to start documenting our own experiences. We also talk about navigating the gray areas, how we as coworkers and leaders can support someone going through a similar situation, how organizations can create safer spaces for their employees to come forward, and how we can practice self-care in the midst of any toxic situation.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH JANA AND SPEAKFULLY
Speakfully Website: https://speakfully.com/
Jana's Story: https://speakfully.com/blog/janasstory
Instagram: www.instagram.com/speakfullynow
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janamorrin
Email: hello@speakfullynow.com
CONNECT WITH THE SHOW
Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
46. Healing Your Gut Health with Dr. Marvin Singh
We hear about gut health a lot in the health and wellness space, but what does it actually mean?
This week we dive into all things gut health with Dr. Marvin Singh, a triple-board certified gastroenterologist and integrative medicine doctor in the San Diego area and founder of the Precisione Clinic, a practice focused on prevention through personalized medicine.
In our conversation, Dr. Singh and I discuss the importance of gut health and the role it plays in all other aspects of our wellness. He also shares what we can do to improve gut health and lower inflammation, lifestyle changes that we can make for the whole family, and how we can better understand our health through precision medicine and individualized testing.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH DR. SINGH
Website: https://precisioneclinic.com/
Podcast - "Precisione: The Healthcast": https://precisioneclinic.com/podcast/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarvinsingh
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmarvinsingh
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/drmarvinsingh
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Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says
45. How to Improve Our Body Image with Alayna Curry
Let's talk about body image. Most of us have struggled with it or approached our health goals from that place of negativity and restriction, but this episode is here to change that!
This week's guest is Alayna Curry, a certified group fitness instructor and full-time PR practitioner who will help you fall in love with fitness. In this episode, Alayna and I talk about how fitness can support our mental health and the non-scale victories that go along with our workouts. Alayna shares how we can make fitness more fun, tips for new moms getting back to the gym, finding balance in our lives, and how to avoid the comparison game and improve our body image.
Alayna regularly hosts fitness challenges. Check out her site below to keep up with the latest and to sign up for an upcoming challenge.
If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you’re listening on, and share with a friend!
CONNECT WITH ALAYNA
Website: https://www.workoutwithmom.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alaynajcurry
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Website: WellnessAndWanderlust.net
Instagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog
Twitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says