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[47] Cancer, Infertility and Finding Strength in Pretty Simple Cooking with Sonja Overhiser from A Couple Cooks Jan 31, 2018

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Sonja Overhiser, one half of the duo behind A Couple Cooks is on the podcast today chatting about her own struggles with infertility, adoption and getting a cancer diagnosis. Her story is nothing short of inspiring and I'm honored to share this episode with you today.

I could go on about how incredible Sonja is, but I'll let the episode speak for itself. Here are a few other things we discussed:

Sonja's background and how she launched A Couple Cooks with her husband, Alex
Her cancer diagnosis and how that changed her perspective on health
Miscarriage and coming to terms with her own fertility
Adoption and what that process looked like for her
Her advice for anyone struggling with fertility or family planning
Writing a cookbook and getting their newborn son Larson at the same time
How Sonja and Alex make parenting and running a business together work
The one health habit she can't live without

Mentioned in this episode:

Food Matters by Mark Bittman

Appetite for Life: The Biography of Julia Child

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Follow Sonja + A Couple Cooks:

Website: https://www.acouplecooks.com/

Cookbook: A Couple Cooks - Pretty Simple Cooking

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[46] Plant Medicine + How to Enhance Your Yoga Practice with Cannabis with Dee Dussault from Ganja Yoga Jan 24, 2018

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This is a topic of conversation that has come up frequently in my friend groups lately, so I figured it was about time we discuss it on the show. I know there are a lot of opinions around cannabis use and all I ask is that you go into this episode with an open mind. So much research has come out in the last 20 years showing the benefits of cannabis use so we'll be focusing on those, but also some of the reasons cannabis-use has been stigmatized. As more and more countries and states legalize it, I truly believe education around cannabis will become increasingly important and my hope is that it can start for some of you on the podcast today.

Besides Dee's knowledge around cannabis in the wellness scene, she is also an experienced yogi with over 20 years of teaching experience under her belt. She has a deep understanding of the human body and the importance of supporting it holistically. She's also super articulate and I truly feel she did the best job explaining ganja yoga for all to understand.

Here are a few other things we discussed in today's episode:

Dee's background and how she launched Ganja Yoga
Her first experience with cannabis both with and without yoga
How cannabis can enhance your yoga experience
How to break the stigma surrounding cannabis use
How legalization of marijuana will change our use of cannabis in yoga
The difference between THC and CBD and why choose one over the other
Which strains to use if you're just starting out with cannabis
Sexyflex yoga and how to use yoga to get in touch with your sexuality
What's next for Ganja Yoga and how you can try it at home

Mentioned in this episode:

Dee's book - Ganja Yoga: A Practical Guide to Conscious Relaxation, Soothing Pain Relief, and Enlightening Self-Discovery

MoonMans Mistress paleo-centric edibles

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Follow Dee and Ganja Yoga:

Website: https://www.theganjayoga.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theganjayoga/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ganjayoga/

[45] How to Decrease Our Food Waste + Eat Root to Leaf with Reilly Brock from Imperfect Produce Jan 17, 2018

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It is no secret that I adore Imperfect Produce. Besides the fact that they save me SO much money each month on my grocery bill, I love that I get access to fresh fruits and veggies, all while saving the planet. Yes...it is THAT amazing. It's one of those companies that seems so obvious in concept, you wonder why it didn't exist sooner. But more on that in the episode...

I wanted to bring on a member of the Imperfect team to not only share all about IP's mission, but also talk about the huge issue that is food waste in this country. It's not as simple as those soggy carrots at the bottom of your produce drawer. It goes so much deeper than that. So today's episode is talking about the many points of intersection when it comes to food waste and how to manage it in this country.

Reilly, who is the hilarious voice behind IP's brand is on the show today to talk about all of these points, but also about root to leaf cooking and tips and tricks on how to reduce your food waste individually, while IP tackles the issue on a larger scale.

Here are a few other things we discussed in today's episode:

How Imperfect Produce got started and why tackle food waste?
How big is the food waste problem and how Imperfect Produce is tackling these issues
Why so much food goes to waste even when it's great quality
Eating sustainably from a food waste perspective
Does local and seasonal make a difference and why we need to rethink seasonal
What is the "New Year No Waste Challenge" and how to preserve, reuse and eat all your fruits and vegetables
Root-to-stem eating and other healthy habits to reduce your food waste
Where to next for Imperfect Produce!

Mentioned in this episode:

Vegetable Stock recipe using veggie scraps

My Imperfect Produce Unboxing video

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Follow Reilly and Imperfect Produce:

Website: https://www.imperfectproduce.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/imperfectproduce

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imperfectproduce/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Imperfectfruit

[44] Going Gluten-Free, The Keto Diet and When Stress is Really the Problem with Beth Manos Brickey from Tasty Yummies Jan 10, 2018

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I'm so excited to welcome my friend and wellness guru, Beth Manos Brickey from Tasty Yummies to the show!

It's hard to really describe how amazing Beth is, you kind of have to see it to believe it! She's one of those people who literally radiates to a point where you actually wonder if she's somehow figured out how to apply the beauty filter mask to herself at all times.And I can say this with confidence having met her last fall. But before we met, I was an avid follower of Beth's and have loved keeping up with her wellness journey as it evolves. She's a huge inspiration in this community and even though I don't make the same diet choices that she does, I love her overwhelming sentiment of self-love and compassion and her motto "eyes on your own plate".

In today's episode we discuss a bunch of different topics including Beth's decision to go gluten-free over 12 years ago. How she continues to experiment with her diet as well as what she does to support her health beyond just what she eats.

Here are a few other things we discussed in today's episode:

Beth's journey and when she developed a passion for health and wellness
How she determined her gluten-intolerance and what her symptoms were like
Her "eyes on your own plate" mentality and how to talk to people who disregard your symptoms
Self-care and how there was a period in her life when it felt selfish to her
What advice she gives to her nutrition clients about stress and self-care
How she discovered she had a type of kidney disease and what she's doing to heal it naturally
All about the ketogenic diet and intermittent fasting
The one health habit she can't live without

*note: to anyone who is sensitive to diet talk, this may be an episode for you to skip. I adore Beth and know her message can be helpful to so many people, but if you're easily triggered by other people's food choices, this may not be the episode for you.

Mentioned in this episode:

Diane Sanfilippo

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Follow Beth:

Website: http://tasty-yummies.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TastyYummies/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tastyyummies/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TastyYummies

[43] Overcoming Chronic Illness, Building Self-Confidence, and Growing a Healthy Eating Empire with Ella Mills from Deliciously Ella Jan 03, 2018

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I'm honored, grateful and SO excited to welcome Ella Mills from Deliciously Ella to the show!

I thought Ella would be the perfect person to intro a new year of the podcast. Her balanced approach to health is what has amassed her millions of followers, successful cookbooks (I own all 3!) and many many other ventures including a product line and 3 restaurants! If this woman doesn't inspire you, I'm not sure who will!

Besides how much Ella has inspired me, I thought she'd be a huge inspiration for you, especially as you set your intentions for this year! Such an amazing episode that I'm so excited to share with you.

Here are a few other things we discussed in today's episode:

Ella's journey and her health struggles with Postural Tachycardia Syndrome
Why she launched Deliciously Ella and if she ever imagined it would grow into what it's become
Her struggles with self-confidence and how she's tackled it over the years
What advice she has for bloggers looking to grow their blogs and run them as a business
What it's been like to be thrown into such success and how she managed it along with her illness
Working with her husband and how they manage their relationship personally and professionaly
How she decides what's public on social media and what she keeps private
The one health habit she can't live without

Mentioned in the episode:

Ella's new cookbook, Natural Feasts

Emily Weiss of Glossier

Whitney Wolfe of Bumble

Karlie Kloss of Kode with Klossy

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Follow Ella:

Website: https://deliciouslyella.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Deliciouslyella/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deliciouslyella/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/DeliciouslyElla

[42] From Orthorexia to Intuitive Eating, How To Stop Obsessing Over Your Health with Christy Harrison Dec 20, 2017

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Welcome to the final podcast of 2017! I'm so excited to welcome Christy Harrison, an intuitive eating and anti-diet dietitian to the show today to chat about, well, anti-dieting and intuitive eating!

It felt fitting to have Christy on the show during the holidays as I know many of you guys struggle with how to navigate them as you sort out your own health and eating journeys. It isn't easy with so many triggers and messaging telling you to work off that turkey dinner or set weight-loss goals for the new year. I feel you and I'm with you. Last year around this time I ended up unfollowing so many people because I couldn't handle all of the messaging making me feel inadequate being exactly where I am. So hopefully this episode helps to remind you that the holiday season is so much more than food and your body.

Beyond being a perfect guest for this season, Christy has also been one of the most highly requested guests. She runs a very successful podcast herself so she's no stranger to this world. As a result this episode really resonated with me and I hope it resonates with you too.

Here are a few other things we discussed in today's episode:

Christy's journey and how she became an anti-diet dietitian
Her history with disordered eating and what helped lead her out of it
Thin privilege and how to talk about intuitive eating and anti-diet from this perspecitve
What "Intuitive Eating" really means and how its been misinterpreted
How to be an intuitive eater with digestive issues
How to talk to friends and family members who are struggling with eating disorders
Resources for breaking weight stigma and bias and encouraging health at every size
The one health habit she can't live without

Items mentioned in this episode:

Health at Every Size (amazon)
Body Respect (amazon)
Christy's list of resources for healthcare providers
Podcast episode with Jessamyn Stanley

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Follow Christy:

Website: https://christyharrison.com/

Podcast: https://christyharrison.com/foodpsych/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chr1styharrison/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christyharrisonnutrition

Intuitive Eating Fundamentals Course: https://christyharrison.com/intuitive-eating-online-course

[41] Can You Really Talk to Your Animals? + High-Vibe Living + Law of Attraction with Ana Maria Vasquez of Intention Training Dec 13, 2017

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I'll be honest, I was highly skeptical when I first started chatting with Ana Maria Vasquez from Intention Training. I was introduced to her at the yoga retreat I attended earlier this year and since then have followed her closely, while also keeping her teachings at a distance. A piece of me wanted to believe her, but the realist in me didn't. Today's podcast episode with her was enlightening...to say the least!

Ana Maria is a self-described multi-sensory animal and nature intuitive. What does this mean? Through various types of sensory energy, she is able to communicate with plants and animals. Pretty cool, right? It gets cooler...Ana Maria also believes that all of us are capable of these abilities, it's just a matter of tapping into the right frequency. How does she do this? Well you'll have to listen to the episode...

Beyond her ability to communicate with plants and animals, we discuss in-depth all about energy healing, why animals and nature are good for our health and what we can learn from our pets. Hint: Bodhi was very much in attendance.

Here are a few other things we discussed in today's episode.

Ana Maria's journey and how she discovered she was a plant and animal intuitive
How we can all energetically "tune-in" to the world around us
What communication means beyond verbal communication and how to pay attention to these signals
Grounding and the benefits of being outside
How to connect to other dimensions through energetic portals like nature and animals
What we can learn from our dreams and accessing other dimensions?
The law of attraction and how to boost your vibrations
How to tune in to what our animals are trying to teach us

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Follow Ana Maria and Intention Training:

Website: http://www.intentiontraining.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/animalsasmessengers

[40] How to Start a Meditation Practice That Sticks with Ellie Burrows Dec 06, 2017

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I'm honored and excited to welcome Ellie Burrows, the co-founder of MNDFL, a meditation studio in New York City to the show today. On today's episode we're exploring meditation, what it means to Ellie, the different types of meditation practices available and tips for new and experienced meditators to explore and deepen their practices.

As someone who has a love-hate relationship with meditation, I'm happy to say that this episode inspired me to rekindle my practice more consistently, and I even signed up for my first meditation class!

Since I know the new year is just around the corner, and lots of you are setting goals and resolutions, my hope with this episode is that it inspires you to develop a meditation practice or explore the possibility of it in 2018.

Here's a breakdown of some of the stuff we talked about:

Ellie's journey and how she got started on her spiritual path
How she met her co-founder, Lodro and launched MNDFL
The different types of meditation and how she recommends finding the one that works for you
Some of the health benefits of a meditation practice
What to do on those days when you can't seem to let go of your thoughts?
Is there a benefit to practicing in a group vs. practicing at home
Rituals that help keep you consistent and on track with your meditation practice
How to prioritize your health when there's a never-ending list of wellness items to check off
How do you meld meditation and spirituality with religion?

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Follow Ellie + Mndfl:

Website: https://www.mndflmeditation.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mndflmeditation/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mndflmeditation

[39] Work-Life Balance, Wedding Planning and Vulnerability Q&A Nov 29, 2017

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Well I have a seriously fun episode of the podcast for you today! We're changing things up and my friend Talia from Party in my Plants Podcast is taking over as host and putting me in the hot seat!

We held nothing back and given that Talia is pretty experienced at this, she went deep with me. We talked for over and hour and covered everything from intuitive eating, to wedding planning to how C and I manage to both work from home. And so so much more! Talia met virtually almost a year ago and in person a few months ago. She is true gem and the real deal in the health and wellness space. Her energy is intoxicating and I know you'll love her

I'm also interviewing Talia over on her podcast TOMORROW so make sure you subscribe to her podcast so you don't miss that episode! And be sure to follow her on her blog and Instagram.

Today's episode is a long one, so buckle up and enjoy the show!

Here are some things we discussed:

My favorite and least favorite parts of my job
How I tackle my anxiety and create a better work-life balance
Essential oils and other practices I use to destress
My green beauty favorites and why I wear makeup
How I stay organized and on top of my content calendar
My biggest insecurities personally and professionally
What's next for The Healthy Maven
How wedding planning is going and some wedding planning details
I'm answering my hot seat questions!

Items mentioned in this episode:

Gressa Foundation: http://bit.ly/2xQJcBh Ilia Lipstick (Perfect Day): http://bit.ly/2hAafL3 Ilia Lipstick (Madam Mina): http://bit.ly/2wr5auI Essentialism: http://amzn.to/2jNB5mZ Daring Greatly: http://amzn.to/2iIvk6N Saje Wellness Diffusers Credo Beauty (online store) No-Bake Oatmeal Protein Energy Balls (recipe)

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Follow Talia:

Website: http://partyinmyplants.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partyinmyplants/

Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-party-in-my-plants-podcast/id1173220211?mt=2

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/partyinmyplants

[38] Your Health Evolution + Supporting Your Health Holistically with Alison Wu Nov 22, 2017

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Happy (almost) Thanksgiving! I thought today's episode would be perfect for those of you traveling today or are on your way to a family function to tune in and bring a little sunshine to your life. Because that's what Alison Wu is, pure, radiant sunshine.

But beyond that, she's also an incredibly talented food, prop, and wardrobe stylist who specializes in healthy recipe development and making smoothies look out of this world good...that taste great too!

A lot of the episodes lately have been quite heavy or science-loaded, so I wanted a lighter episode that highlighted someone who brings positivity, creativity and art to the wellness space. Alison is one of those people who you just want to be friends with. And I not so secretly hope that bringing her on the podcast was the first step in becoming her friend!

Alison is just a ray of sunshine who delivers helpful tips in such a relatable way. Today's episode is no exception.

Here are some things we chatted about: