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25: Inclusive wellness, optimistic skepticism, finding the right healing modality, and having fun with it all with Michelle Pellizzon of Holisticism Apr 10, 2019

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If you are interested in personal exploration and development, wellness, and spirituality, you likely have come across Holisticism. I am elated to be chatting with Michelle Pellizzon, Founder of Holisticism, today on the podcast! We dive into Michelle's story, how she came to build Holisticism, what wellness means and looks like to Michelle, how to find purpose, and much more.

In this episode, we discuss:

Michelle's health journey
How Michelle moved through her epilepsy diagnosis
Michelle's career journey
How she got out of a major life rut and depression
How Michelle approached finding purpose
Why she created Holisticism and the focus on inclusivity
How she grew her business to a large and highly engaged community
How Michelle approached monetization for Holisticism
What wellness actually means to Michelle
How to audit your wellness practice and scale back
Trying out new modalities and finding the right practitioner for you
String theory

Mentioned in this episode:

The Body Keeps Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.
The Four Agreements by Miguel Ruiz
The Intuitive Way: A Guide to Living from Inner Wisdom by Penney Peirce
Sacred Contracts: Awakening Your Divine Potential by Caroline Myss
Many Lives, Many Masters by Brian L. Weiss
Overcoming Underearning: A Five-Step Plan to a Richer Life by Barbara Stanny
Why We Buy: The Science of Shopping by Paco Underhill

All the deets:

Sign up for the newsletter and check out the talented roster of facilitators over on Holisticism (and peep at their upcoming events)
You can find Holisticism on Instagram at @holisticism, and Michelle's personal account at @betterbymichelle (highly recommend her very funny stories)
Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Michelle/Holisticism on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

Related episodes:

Episode 6: Tarot reading with Helen Miamii Moon (Holisticism facilitator)
Episode 19: Jungian Mental Wiring with Lauren Tisza (Holisticism facilitator)
Episode 21: Natal chart reading with Dani Beinstein
Episode 3: Human design reading with Jaclyn Michelle

24: Building a creative business, social media as a portfolio, balancing curation and vulnerability, and exploring the unknown with Bonnie Tsang Apr 03, 2019

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Bonnie Tsang is a photographer and teacher, and I would also call her a grounded marketing expert. Her Instagram feed is as curated and beautiful as it is honest and raw, as Bonnie has mastered the balance of a cohesive visual identity while remaining vulnerable and personable, and completely relatable. In this conversation we talk about that balance, how Bonnie started in photography and worked her way up to shooting commercially with huge clients, as well as her advice for navigating transitions, getting unstuck, and more.

In this episode, we discuss:

Bonnie's inspiration for getting into photography
How she built her skills and brought on huge clients
Bonnie's massive Pinterest following and how she uses the platform
How Bonnie curates her brand voice and uses social media as her primary marketing tool
Bonnie's balance of curation and vulnerability and how that impacts her current and potential clients
How she grew her knowledge and skills in photography and beyond
How Bonnie explores new inspiration as a source of happiness
How to quiet distraction
Bonnie's approach to trying new things in her business
Bonnies advice on navigating transitions from her personal experience
How to get unstuck & what to do if things aren't working
How to find the things you are good at
How Bonnie is focusing on a slower, more thoughtful approach to work and life

Mentioned in this episode:

The Traveler's Gift by Andy Andrews
This is Marketing by Seth Godin

All the deets:

Explore Bonnie's online courses and pro group that help creatives and entrepreneurs with their digital marketing
Check out Bonnie's photography and connect with her on Instagram at @bonnietsang, as well as her Pinterest
Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Bonnie on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

23: Learning from your feelings, living your inner truth, embracing envy, and choosing wonder over worry with Amber Rae Mar 27, 2019

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Amber Rae is a writer, visual artist, and speaker who encourages emotional wellness and personal growth. Her artwork has inspired me, and you've likely seen it circulating on Instagram as well! In this conversation we dive deep into feelings and emotions, discussing how to learn from them and harness them to guide you. We discuss the evolution of Amber's career and how she landed on creating her own art that has been seen by millions and changes the way people think and feel. We dive into what Amber's business looks like, the lessons she learned from working with Seth Godin, where she draws her inspiration, and so much more.

In this episode, we discuss:

Amber's inspiration for her book, Choose Wonder Over Worry
How to find your inner truth and zone of genius
How to use envy to tap into potential in ourselves
Amber's experience working with Seth Godin
How to differentiate between intuition and fear
Amber's system for learning from your feelings and emotions
How Amber builds her business by living her message
Why Amber's work resonates and her artwork is going viral
Push versus pull in business
Where Amber gets inspiration

Mentioned in this episode:

The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level by Gay Hendricks
Finding Your Own North Star: Claiming the Life You Were Meant to Live by Martha N. Beck
Seth Godin

All the deets:

Check out Amber's book Choose Wonder Over Worry
Explore Amber's artwork and connect with her on Instagram at @heyamberrae
Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Amber on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

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22: Feeling your feelings, exploring creativity, podcasting, and navigating difficult times with Katie Dalebout of Let It Out Mar 20, 2019

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This week's guest is Katie Dalebout, author of the Amazon best-selling book 'Let It Out: A Journey Through Journaling', host of the popular podcast 'Let It Out', creator of the 'Let a podcast Out' online DIY podcasting course, and curator of all things related to wellness, spirituality, creativity, relationships and more. Katie is a friend and we dive into a conversation about her journey with podcasting, her experience with and in the wellness space, creativity, feeling your feelings, dealing with depression and hard moments, and the full spectrum of human-ness.

In this episode, we discuss:

How Katie got started with podcasting
Navigating writing and podcasting about wellness amidst an eating disorder
What "normal eating" is
How to feel your feelings
What is double screening and why it detrimental
Her top lessons from chatting with over 300 people on her podcast
How she relates to creativity
The new project Katie is working on
How she sets goals
Katie's advice for getting a creative project done
How Katie works through times that are challenging

Mentioned in this episode:

Letting Go by David Hawkins
Everything is a remix, TED Talk by Kirby Ferguson
The definition of normal eating by Ellyn Satter
Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch
Ira Glass on the gap between taste and talent

All the deets:

Check out Katie's work.
If you're planning to launch a podcast, take a peek at Katie's course, Let [a podcast] out, and use code MEDIUMWELL for $25 off!
Say hi to Katie over on Instagram at @katiedalebout and her course @letapodcastout.
Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Katie on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

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21: What's astrology got to do with it? A natal chart reading with Danielle Beinstein, Psychological Astrologer Mar 13, 2019

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Today's episode is a natal chart reading by Danielle Beinstein, a gifted Psychological Astrologer. I met up with Dani at her home in Los Angeles, and she read my chart, which is a snapshot of the stars at the moment you were born. You may be familiar with your "sign"— if you only know one, is most likely your sun sign. Turns out there's much more in your chart, which is what makes us all unique individuals! That's why those general horoscopes you read online aren't always relevant to you.

In this episode, we discuss:

Our intentions for the session
Where the energy is centered in my chart and what that means
My relationship with creativity
What automatic writing is and how it can help you unblock your limiting beliefs
The different ways being in flow can look
Why work and financial freedom do not have to be "hard"

All the deets:

Check out Dani's work and/or book a session with her on her website.
Say hi to Dani over on Instagram at @danibeinstein.
Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Dani on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

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20: Slow living and work, pivoting your brand, and celebrating women entrepreneurship and creativity with Chelsea Sonksen of Bossladies Magazine and Eredita Mar 06, 2019

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You are in for such a treat today. I got to sit down with my dear friend Chelsea Sonksen, founder of Bossladies Magazine. Chelsea is a talented writer, community builder, and someone who I very much look up to as a mentor and friend. Her brand, Bossladies, has attracted a loyal community and has featured some of the most talented creatives and entrepreneurs across the country. I am constantly inspired by Chelsea and her thoughtful approach to work— I know you will gain so much from this episode.

In this episode, we discuss:

How and why she started Bossladies
What Chelsea learned from interviewing over 100 women for the magazine
How Chelsea defines success
The story behind Work Sesh, her weekly gathering of entrepreneurial women
The importance of community in entrepreneurship
Chelsea's experience working with her life partner
How her brand is pivoting and evolving
Building a visually appealing brand
Chelsea's "please stop shouting" approach to marketing
They way Chelsea is changing her relationship to work
Chelsea's approach to slow, thoughtful living
How and when to center money in your business

All the deets:

Hop over to Bossladies to see Chelsea's work, sign up for Work Sesh, and order previous editions of the (gorgeous) magazine.
Say hi to Chelsea over on Instagram at @bossladiesmagazine, and keep an eye there for details about Eredita's launch in Spring 2019.
Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Chelsea on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

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19: Navigating our personality and mental preferences, muscle testing, and practicing self compassion with Lauren Tisza Feb 27, 2019

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Today's episode was one of six that I recoded live in Los Angeles! I am chatting with Lauren Tisza, a lifestyle guide, who utilizes tools like Jungian Mental Wiring, Astrology, Tarot, and Neuro-Emotional Healing to support her clients with their unique needs. We talk a little bit about each of these modalities, most deeply diving into Jungian Mental Wiring and looking at personality traits. Lauren uses so many interesting modalities, and it was fun to explore a variety in this episode!

In this episode, we discuss:

How the Meyers Briggs tool changed her life and how she built upon that for her own practice
Lauren's various trainings and how she integrates them into her practice
Her modality called Jungian Mental Wiring
Muscle testing
Tarot and the flow of the deck
Our conscious versus unconscious thoughts
How our personality preferences influence us
My personality preferences and how to find alignment within my authenticity

Mentioned in this episode:

Lindsay Mack // Tarot sessions and workshops
Heidi Rose Robbin // Astrology
Lindsay Tauscher // Home Grown Healing Flower essences
Power Vs. Force by David Hawkins
Personality Hacker to learn more about your personality type (I've found this really helpful!)

All the deets:

If you are interested in book a session with Lauren, you can do so on her Holisticism page. Use code mediumwell (all lowercase) for 10% Lauren's services through 3/31/19.
Join Lauren on Sunday, 3/10 for a Q & A on @holisticsm.
Lauren will be hosting "Intelligent Authenticity and Connection with Myers-Briggs and Other Spiritual Tools" with Holisticsm on 3/16 if you want to dive into this work deeper!
Say hi to Lauren over on Instagram at @laurentisza. Keep an eye out for her podcast launch.
Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Lauren on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

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18: What's the deal with consulting? with Erin Halper Feb 20, 2019

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In today's episode, I talk all about consulting with Erin Halper, Founder and CEO of The Upside. Since I do some consulting at the moment and am considering making that part of my offerings moving forward, I wanted to hear Erin's view on how that world works since she advises women consultants on building their consultancies!

In this episode, we discuss:

Erin's career in marketing
How and why Erin shifted to consulting
The keys to being a successful business consultant
Different models of consulting
How to find your niche
The main stumbling blocks for women
The importance of building and fostering your network

All the deets: Check out Erin's business, The Upside. Erin is graciously offering 1-month free membership to all listeners who are currently pursuing or thinking about pursuing a career as an independent contractor. Just read her membership requirements here to make sure you're a fit and use code mediumwell at checkout to receive the free month.

Say hi to Erin over on Instagram at @betheupside.

Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Erin on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

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17: Using your voice, stepping into your power, and building your presence by being present with Elissa Weinzimmer, Voice and Presence Coach Feb 13, 2019

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On today's episode of Medium Well I chat with Elissa Weinzimmer, a voice and presence coach and the founder of Voice Body Connection. We talk about building your presence through being present, how mindfulness plays a role, and even do some on-air live coaching to help me be more concise and articulate on this podcast! Elissa is a gem and her thoughts and advice resonated with me deeply as her advice was so much deeper than what you might expect from a speaking coach.

In this episode, we discuss:

How she decided to be a voice and presence coach and her story
Why we shouldn't judge how we speak
How she uses vocal coaching to help individuals be more authentically themselves
How having a voice is changing, and why we need to be using our voice
How to stop shouting and cut through the noise to reach the right people
How to change habits— vocal and otherwise
How to be more present and have a stronger presence
A live, on-air coaching session to help me improve my speaking on the podcast

16: Grounded wellness, adapting through adaptogens, and living with curiosity and empathy with Lopa Van der Mersch of Rasa Feb 06, 2019

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This episode of Medium Well is as informative as it is entertaining! Today I interview Lopa Van der Mersch, Founder & CEO of Rasa, an herbal coffee company. Lopa has such an interesting and unique story which we dive into, as well as her approach to wellness, why she started her adaptogen-based herbal coffee brand, the challenges of sustainability in business, and more.

In this episode, we discuss:

Lopa's very winding background to get to where she is today
How and why she started Rasa, her business
Why Lopa relates to Ayurveda
How and why she healed her "saved the world" complex
How she approached self-exploration at a pivotal time in her life
What adaptogens are and why they are a central part of her product
How sustainability is integrated into every aspect of her business
How she unwinds and her love of tea ceremonies

All the deets: Drink all the Rasa! I have been loving the cacao every morning. Use code MEDIUMWELL for 20% off your first purchase. Tag me and Rasa on Instagram when you drink it!

Say hi to Lopa over on Instagram at @wearerasa

Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Lopa on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

Mentioned in this episode:

The Guru Papers by Joel Kramer and Diana Alstad Global Tea Hut Ayurvedic dosha (constitution) quiz

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