100% BS with Bella Solanot

Why am I making a bunny vlog? What have rabbits taught me about loneliness? What are my priorities these days? Answering these questions and more on today's solo episode. Episode Notes:The bunny vlog origin story and my plan to befriend the backyard rabbitWhat spending time in nature teaches you about lonelinessWhat kind of esoteric goodies are hidden in nature?Inspiration from Cody Ko's podcast Insanely ChillBeing relentless with energetic boundaries and what I make time forReflecting on hosting an incredible 2-day virtual event (Forge Your Own Path)What true "service to others" means LINKS:Create Your Compass CourseYouTubeInstagramTikTokSubstack writing

WELCOME BAAAACK PARTY PEOPLE! An honest look back at the last 3+ years of 100% BS and the story of why it was time to pause because the truth is, pressure doesn't always make diamonds. I'll share my reflections on the role of resistance in creative projects, how to know when it's time to pause or pivot, and... what's in store for 100% BS!! Episode Notes:A brief history of this podcast and my evolving relationship to itWhy I took 6 months off from podcastingMy dark side and being my own worst criticReleasing old stories and resetting the energy for 100% BSAn important reminder my grandmothers' writing taught meThe power of your natural giftsThe future of this showWhy pressure makes turdsLINKS:YouTubeInstagramTikTokSubstack (writing)Programs, offers, interactive stuff hehe

Welcome back to the show. After a much-needed 6 month hiatus, 100% BS has returned with new energy, a new look, and a new gal behind the mic ;) Tune into this shorty for a quick intro and reset on what's to come. Thanks for being here.Xo,BS

100% BS Solo Episode! I've been on a wild ride since May and I am here to share a bit about that journey. I did the thing... Quit my full-time job to go ALL IN on my dreams and work for myself. It has been an amazing time, full of ups and downs, and plenty of dark patches that showed me the shadows I needed to face. So let me tell you...Quitting your job and forging your own path is nothing short of a spiritual adventure.Hear about my decision to quit, what I've been doing since, the real deal about financial struggles and the psychology of betting on yourself, and where I'm headed!Themes:What you should know before you take a leapThe psychology of betting on yourselfWhat happens when you tie your worth to your incomeFollowing your purposeAwakening to your true desiresThe consequence of forging your own pathThank you for being here! Find all the ways to connect with me and indulge in my work below.THE YOGA BUNDLE (available 10/1-10/10)100% BS on YouTubeBella on IGBella on TwitterBella's new YouTube channel - Wisdom From WithinSelf-Guided Philosophy CourseSPONSORS:Explore Ned CBD and wellness products to help you feel your best and use code “BELLA” for 15%

Alex Weber is an International Keynote Speaker on Leadership and Peak Performance, a competitor on American Ninja Warrior, a world-record holder, and an Award-Winning Entertainer for NBC.We covered so much in one hour that it was hard to give the episode a title! This was a much-needed conversation about reclaiming what is worthy of admiration and how to move forward in times of disempowerment and collective disillusionment. Alex brings palpable passion to the subject of masculinity, healthy skepticism, and understanding your true nature.  Themes & Learnings:Characteristics that inspire admirationVirtue signaling and its pitfallsWhy understanding our place in the cosmos leads to empowerment Healthy and unhealthy expressions of masculinity What we learned from Covid and the reality of government apparatuses Pushback and praise for Alex's work with men's groups The Middle Way of pursuing enlightenment Connect with Alex:Alex's WebsiteAlex on IGFail Proof: Become The Unstoppable You (Alex's Book)----Bella on IGWatch this episode on YouTubeSelf-Guided Philosophy CourseSPONSORS:Explore Ned CBD and wellness products to help you feel your best and use code “BELLA” for 15% off

Hunter Wade is a pastor, writer, speaker, and poet with a Masters of Divinity and a curiosity for how religion and Christianity can better our lives. She explores the history of the bible, its impact on culture, and its weaponization as well as its liberation. Hunter brings humanity back to the conversation of religion and helps us understand how nuance and complexity have their place in religion and spirituality. Despite religion's role in creating dogmatic systems, we explore how these institutions can exist with open-mindedness and freedom.  This episode helps us answer a crucial question:What can the history of religion teach us about the human condition?Themes & Learnings:Religion in modern day and reclaiming the divine languageThe origin of the Bible and how it became the bane of peoples' existenceReclaiming the Bible for its positive aspectsThe history of Christianity and its' WesternizationThe difference between religion and spiritualityThe role of critical thinking and skepticism in ChristianityHunter's personal approach to preachingHow to have a hermeneutic approach to studying religion Hunter's Links:Hunter on Instagram and TikTokHer: A Feminist Approach to Scripture (in-person and online)Bella's Links:Bella on Instagram and TikTokWatch this episode on YouTubeSPONSORS:Support your body's natural healing process with NED supplements for stress, sleep, and more - get 15% off with code "BELLA".

Dr. Melissa Sell specializes in German New Medicine and Mind Mastery. She went to chiropractic school, graduated at the top of her class in 2012, and has taught men and women of all ages how to overcome the fear of symptoms and adopt the mindset of healing. German New Medicine is a new natural science developed by the German doctor Dr. R. G. Hamer. His work proposes that disease always has a biological meaning and that disease is actually a biological process based on natural and evolutionary principles and it is meant to provide a much-needed balance in times of distress.Themes & Learnings:What makes GNM different from the conventional health approach?GNM's framework on the root cause of cancer GNM's 5 Biological LawsUnderstanding the body's process of healing and the role of symptomsShifting from fear of symptoms to embracing a healing mindsetAspects of self-awareness and mind mastery-----Melissa's Links:WebsiteInstagramBella's Links:InstagramWebsiteSPONSORS:Support your body's natural healing process with NED supplements for stress, sleep, and more - get 15% off with code "BELLA".

Will Reusch is a Los Angeles-based high school teacher and social scientist focused on cultivating genuinely curious, informed, and capable students. He has an immense impact both in the classroom and online as he disarms echo chambers through civil discourse & critical thinking. Will provides a fresh take on education and how to help young people navigate cultural divisions as well as build a life they love by working hard and creating value. Episode Themes & Learnings:Issues with the conventional education systemHow to change the way we educate young peopleWhy telling young kids to do what they love is bad adviceGender ideology in the classroom and its impact on young kidsThe role of identity in social dynamics and cultural discussionsImpacts of standing in integrity and telling the truthCriticisms and pushback against Will's workHow to reach people who are close-mindedMore about Will:Will graduated from Penn State University in 2005 with a BA in Secondary Education Social Studies with a minor in History. For the last thirteen years, he has been teaching at both public and private schools around the city.  He is also the host of Cylinder Radio, an educational podcast focused on deep exploration of controversial topics.Links:Will Reusch on InstagramWill's WebsiteCylinder Radio PodcastBella on InstagramWatch this episode on YouTubeSponsors:Support your body's natural healing process with NED supplements for stress, sleep, and more - get 15% off with code "BELLA".

Lexi Rodriguez Smith is a trauma-informed holistic health coach specializing in Energetic Embodiment. Lexi brings fresh energy to our discussion of self-leadership, personal responsibility, understanding culture and society, and how the nervous system functions + supports us daily. Lexi's body, mind, spirit approach to elevation is grounded in healing & learning the unique individual's body through physiological exploration, subconscious reprogramming & mind mastery.Themes & Lessons:Understanding the role of the nervous system and regulation vs dysregulationThe role of breathwork in expanding capacity for dissonanceUncovering why politicians and world leaders are out of touchEnergetics, embodiment, and fusing mind-body-spirit wellnessMindset hacks for personal growth and developmentLinks:Follow Lexi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lexi.rodriguez.smith/Lexi's Offerings:Energetically You - 8-Week Embodiment Immersion for leaders, teachers, entrepreneurs, coacheshttps://bit.ly/3loHa6HUpgrade Your Energy Live Breathwork Journey https://bit.ly/3xGYb0NBella on IG:https://www.instagram.com/bellasolanot/https://www.instagram.com/100.bs.podcast/

What is acceptable when it comes to honesty, truth, and expression in professional settings? How much can you "be yourself" and express your values and beliefs to coworkers, leadership, and company culture at large? These are the questions I asked myself in the past 2.5 years working in corporate and for a mid-size media company until I recently quit to go off on my own.The truth is, the bar is pretty damn low for what we deem acceptable because of how much we've calibrated to the least comfortable person in the room. What we think is too much might actually be normal levels of dialogue and honesty. In this episode, Bella shares her personal journey in breaking the rules of expression in her career and raising the bar on what integrity looks like. Themes + Learnings:How political agendas have taken over the advertising industryHow media agencies force digital publishers to moderate content and promote censorshipThe neighborhood vegan effectThe positive consequences of telling the truth and being authentic at workBella's experience expressing her values and beliefs around free will at workHonest expression without expectationIf you enjoy the episode, share it with a friend and give the show a rating!Rate on Apple PodcastsRate on SpotifyLINKSJoin The BS Complex Patreon!Follow along on IG @bellasolanot + @100.bs.podcastJoin my newsletter

In this solo episode, Bella explores the depths of RELEASING resentment, anger, and bitterness and why it will free your mind, body, and soul. Forgiveness and letting go have many social, cultural, historical, and even scientific contexts that help us understand how our conditioning may play into whether or not we want to release negative emotions. Listen to learn about these contexts, my personal experience with letting go, and ways that you can move toward the mind-body freedom that comes from releasing, too. "Forgiveness and letting go require you to feel something empathetic toward a human you're convinced is incredibly undeserving… Yet giving it anyway." (read more here)Themes + Learnings:My personal story behind learning to forgive despite my ego holding onto hardshipThe religious and spiritual themes interwoven with forgivenessVisualizations and thought processes for letting goWhy over-identifying with hardship is breeding lingering resentment in your bodyWestern culture's lack of forgiveness and discouragement of letting goZen Buddhism's approach to detachmentConnect with Me:Read the Forgiveness Essay on SubstackBella on IG100% BS on IGJoin my NewsletterSubscribe to the podcast's YouTube ChannelTry NED CBD for 15% off - code 'BELLA'Episode References:https://www.wisdomtimes.com/blog/health-benefits-of-forgiveness/https://www.amazon.com/Elements-Zen-David-Scott/dp/0760703094https://www.amazon.com/Way-Zen-Alan-W-Watts/dp/0375705104/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2GRUM1BXH9EN8&keywords=way+of+zen+alan+watts&qid=1651690401&s=books&sprefix=way+of+zen+al%2Cstripbooks%2C124&sr=1-1

Disagreement 101! The mindset, strategy, and reframes you need to get better at disagreement and to help you understand why you should be doing it MORE. In this episode, disagreement is defined in a new way to shift it from being a scary confrontation you'd avoid to an opportunity for expansion and connection.Themes & Lessons:The mindset and mechanics of disagreementHow to steer the ship of any conversationThe benefits of separating ideas from peopleHow to talk about taboos and perceived "bad" ideas without endorsing themBeing curious without interrogating othersThe inner work needed to facilitate better confrontations Rate the show and share it with a friend! Tag me on IG @bellasolanot while you listen or watch on YouTube.Thanks for being here - it means the world to me :)____Subscribe to my newsletterFollow along on IG @bellasolanot + @100.bs.podcastRead my writing on SubstackSubscribe on YouTubeRate on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

100% BS is joined by internationally recognized breathwork and meditation instructor and leader, Ava Johanna. This is the kind of high-caliber woman you do not want to miss. This conversation ties the knot on why and how almost everything you desire can be created from within you. From healing, communication, and career to relationships, health, understanding culture, and connection to the Universe... Ava teaches us that we can go from "breath to breakthrough".Learn how breathwork and meditation can shift your conventional thinking and reveal innate capabilities powerful enough to reverse-engineer the life you want - right here, right now. Ava's Bio + Links:Ava Johanna is the founder and visionary behind The Academy of Breath, an international breathwork and meditation school focused on making these ancient embodiment practices household tools across the globe. Having worked with top wellness brands like Alo Yoga, Mindbodygreen and Yoga Journal, Ava's mission is to bridge the gap between modern neuroscience and mysticism so breathwork and meditation are made accessible to everyone from high-level executives to stay-at-home parents. With hundreds of certified teachers under Ava's Academy of Breath, her teachings in breathwork and meditation are taking the world by storm, showing us all how conscious breathing can change your mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health.Follow @TheAlchemizedLife and @AvaJohanna on InstagramSubscribe to Ava's NewsletterVisit AvaJohanna.comListen to The Alchemized LifeJoin the Academy of BreathBella's Links:Follow @100.BS.Podcast and @BellaSolanot on IGSubscribe to Bella's NewsletterExplore BellaSolanot.com---Try NED CBD for 15% off with code 'BELLA'

This week we're graced by the in-person presence of MIKI ASH, a yoga + meditation teacher, photographer, retreat facilitator, artist, and creative leader. Through Miki's story about her discovery of yoga and meditation, hitting rock bottom, traveling the world, and getting to where she is now, we learn what it looks like to break away from victim mentality and expand into loving ownership and responsibility for oneself.This is Practical Consciousness: The tools, the mindsets, the shifts, and the takeaways for an expansive state of existence.Tag us while you listen! @BellaSolanot + @MikiAshMiki's Bio + Links:Miki is a certified yoga, meditation, and breathwork teacher with over 10 years of experience in the wellness space. She's currently based in Austin, TX where she teaches classes weekly, and hosts wellness circles and retreats all over the globe. She's an incredible conscious content creator who consistently shares tools for everyone to feel and be their best.Download The How AppFollow Miki on InstagramLearn more at https://www.mikiash.com/aboutGo on a retreat with Miki:Joshua Tree (May '22)Mexico (Oct '22)

The past 2 years (almost to the date) have been a time of extreme polarity, discomfort, and most of all, some of the deepest levels of dissonance we've witnessed in ourselves and society. The stories we've been sold and the truth within us feel completely at odds. Unable to have dialogue, resistant to conflict, afraid to step into nuance, concerned for our wellbeing and our place in society - there's enough to make you never want to ruffle any feathers ever again. But what if you could face the disarray? What if you can lean into the confusion stirring inside of you as the world, your relationships, and your Self are faced with a crumbling of what we think we know?To dance with dissonance is to allow ourselves to expand beyond binaries, identities, labels, and fear of the other.Mark Groves is a Human Connection Specialist, founder of Create the Love and Mine'd and host of the Mark Groves Podcast. In other words, he's a speaker, writer, motivator, creator and collaborator. Mark's work bridges the academic and the human, inviting people to explore the good, the bad, the downright ugly, and the beautiful sides of connection. His purpose? To empower individuals to step into their power, transform the way they relate to themselves and others, and create authentic change for a life + love they'll look back on with a resounding “f*ck yes!Mark's Links:www.createthelove.comwww.instagram.com/createthelovewww.instagram.com/itsmarkgroves/www.markgroves.doyoumined.comBella's Links:www.instagram.com/bellasolanotwww.instagram.com/100.bs.podcast/https://bellasolanot.com/https://bellasolanot.substack.com/Let's keep the conversation going! Share with a friend, share on Instagram and tag me @bellasolanot + @100.bs.podcast while you listen.Rate on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Got Qs? Long-winded thoughts? Email podcast@bellasolanot.com.

This episode warms my heart!! My sister and I speak with our father, Sergio Solanot to learn all about his childhood in Argentina, the tumultuous times he experienced, and its impact on daily life and culture. We reflect on family adventures, sailing trips that pushed the limits of comfort, and the evolution of our respective spiritual beliefs. My father is a wealth of wisdom and a genuine soul - he imparts a valuable outlook on life and philosophy that left us feeling expanded and joyful! I hope you enjoy getting a little look into our family! Share this podcast with a friend if you enjoyed it. Leave a review on Apple Podcasts & rating on Spotify :)Tag me while you listen! @BellaSolanot and @100.BS.PodcastJoin my Newsletter!Read my writing on SubstackTry NED CBD (& more) for 15% off using code 'BELLA' Highlights:My dad's childhood and formative years in Argentina amid unrest, violence, and social divisionFamily adventures sailing, scuba diving, and experiences travelingWhat we learned from sailing 52 hours straight to BonaireHow he views our version of manifestation and goal-setting and the way it allows us to deal with hard times in an effective wayThe power of visualization from the view of an engineer and businessman + programming your mind for resultsMy own journey going from atheism to being deeply spiritual and open to higher powersMy father's journey with belief and atheism (and crystals lol)Oli and my experience in Sedona, witnessing women channel messagesGhosts!“We are not the owners of the truth, we can only be in search of the truth” - Sergio Solanot

This episode is a solo rant covering the Joe Rogan controversy and what I think it's really about: an attempt to silence a powerful dissenting voice by any means necessary via cancel culture and character assassination that has nothing to do with the accusations and everything to do with the crumbling trust in mainstream narratives. Tune in to hear my full explanation!Topics & Themes Covered:Following the money & power trailConflicts of interest in mainstream mediaThe dynamics of character assassination AND character defenseThe woke aspect of the smear campaign and how entitlement plays a partThe Streisand effectA breakdown of the incentives for mainstream media versus independent mediaThe role of apologiesSymptoms of cancel culture and performative virtue signalingThank you for the support! Please consider leaving a positive written review on Apple Podcasts and a rating on Spotify, too!Connect with me:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/bellasolanot/https://www.instagram.com/100.bs.podcast/NewsletterSend your podcast thoughts, topic requests, or partnership inquiries to podcast@bellasolanot.com.Keep the chit-chat going and send this to a friend who would enjoy it!! Tag me while you listen @bellasolanot + @100.bs.podcast

This week is a quickie on AUTHENTICITY VS BELONGING - the eternal dance. This is an important episode to get you to understand how often you are self-abandoning in order to fit in and what that may be costing you. When it comes to the battle of authenticity and expression versus belonging, oftentimes belonging wins. But what if you choose differently?I cover:How to create feelings of belonging in yourself when you choose authenticity.Reconsidering relationships with people who have conditional love for you.Figuring out the cost of self-abandonment when choosing belonging.Recognizing where compromise is important and how to still feel authentic in that compromise.Getting into the core of "why are you choosing belonging over authenticity?"-----Join my newsletterGot episode ideas, feedback, or requests? Email podcast@bellasolanot.comRate this show on Apple Podcasts

We're back, baby! This episode dives deeper into 5 of the 25 lessons & learnings I shared on Instagram earlier this month on my birthday. A huge theme of 2021 was facing reality, as it is, in all its glory and darkness - to embrace its complexity. The 5 lessons & learnings from 2021 are:1. You are not responsible for changing anyone's mind but your own.  Imposing your will and your views on others is a complete disrespect of their path2. Let people be wrong.3. People who say “believe science” do not know what they are talking about.4. If you wish to know the truth, sit in silence and write what you hear.5. Most people cannot accept the existence of darkness in the world because they have shamed and ignored the darkness inside of them.Tune in for my explanation of these lessons and why they are important takeaways for moving into 2022. Let me know which lesson resonates with you most! Share this episode on Instagram and tag me @bellasolanot + @100.bs.podcast or share this episode with a friend.If you enjoy this episode, please leave a written review on Apple Podcasts! If you send me a screenshot, you'll have a chance to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card :) Additional entry for a Spotify rating.Links:Peter Attia Article I mention at the beginning: https://peterattiamd.com/why-im-for-covid-vaccines-but-against-vaccine-mandates/Join my NewsletterWrite a Review - send me a screenshot to enter the Amazon Gift Card giveaway :)Read my writing on Substack - check this one out on "What Is Reality?"

Lindsey Simcik from Almost30 on the pod! This conversation was so very cozy and grounded —  covering relationships, becoming heart-led, the ways we can tune up our sense of self, and how creativity can be harnessed. I loved how Lindsey spoke about her engagement while respecting her privacy and boundaries set around what is shared and what is kept for just her and her partner. In diving into relationships, we discuss the energetics of having so many other people involved and the public spectacle that is normalized for engagements. Lindsey brought calm energy that helped us to express our own experiences in relationships, both romantic and platonic, as well as uncover the aspects of relationships that suffer from inauthenticity and outsourcing our needs to another person. Finally, we share what it means to cultivate creative flow and create room for your talents. Lindsey shares her journey in producing music and the ways that she gets out of her own way in order to let her gifts shine through.If you enjoyed this episode, why not share it with a friend! Reach out on IG, I'd love to hear from you :)Links:Find Lindsey on IGGet to know Lindsey on her websiteListen to Almost30Check Out The Sacredness of Being Single (check for next enrollment)Find Bella on IGWrite a review on Apple Podcasts!

100% BS is joined by one of the most censored people on the internet and simultaneously, one of the kindest and most compassionate people I've ever spoken to. Alec Zeck is the Founder and Executive Director of Health Freedom for Humanity and is an outspoken advocate for freedom, body autonomy, and empowering people from all walks of life to take ownership of their wellness and freedom. He is also a husband, father, West Point grad, and Army Veteran. Summary:This episode explores the profound changes that COVID has had on the individual and collective – spanning from eerie levels of censorship, unthinkable invasions of privacy, tribalism, inability to see truth, divisiveness, and how it distills into every individual involved. In a world plagued by so many complex issues, Alec and I attempt to break down how you can positively impact others while respecting their path and process. We formulate the way to embody love and compassion for all, how to make sense of tragedy and darkness, and why the Universe is balanced in everything it does – which means you are balanced, too. Finally, Alec shares solutions as a way to move forward. In a particularly impactful moment, Alec explains what “you are free by virtue of existing” means and why standing in that freedom as a man or woman will yield beautiful outcomes beyond imagination.Key Points:·      Alec's crazy censorship story (deleted over 7 times)·      How to change peoples' minds and get people to trust themselves·      Ways to reclaim your inherent power·      How the governments' mandates are enforced via the people·      Law of One explanation including Service to Self vs Service to Others·      How the Law of One applies to COVID, mandates, and power dynamics·      Why turning people back to themselves is the key to embodied transformation·      Why the road to changing someone's mind is found through their heart·      Behind the scenes of the Health Freedom Symposium  Alec Links:Donate to HFFHHFFH Podcast (Top 50 Health & Wellness)The Way Forward PodcastTheWayFwrd Telegram Shop The Way Forward  Bella Links:Bella on IG 100% BS on IG Join my NewsletterWatch this episode on YouTube Writing on Substack 

100% BS is joined by the wonderful Krista Williams from the Almost30 podcast. It was an honor to speak with such an eloquent and wise woman about the upward trend in consciousness, the ego-driven desire to evangelize, and the ways that we can come to terms with good/evil and right/wrong as necessary to our existence. By exploring the places that your ego likes to hide, Krista helps you find ways to come back to yourself and the simple truth of oneness. In pondering how we outsource our power to big corporations, we find that the common behavior of performing for approval is one that emulates the way brands market their virtues simply to benefit the bottom line —  and in turn, pacifies the darker deeds happening behind the scenes. How does one dismantle the ego-driven desire to change people's minds? How do we approach conversations about taboos and extremes without endorsing those ideas? And why does censorship contribute to disempowering people? All this and more with Krista!------Follow Krista on IGCheck out Almost30Get to know Krista on her websiteFollow Bella on IGCheck out my writing on SubstackJoin my newsletter for more!!100% BS on YouTube

This solo episode ponders the question, "how do you really know the difference between right and wrong?". By looking at moral dilemmas, paradoxes, and practical examples of figuring out right and wrong, Bella comes to the conclusion that it's not black and white -- many perceptions of right and wrong and merely just perceptions that change with context, history, timing, and peer pressure. If you can let go of our preconceived beliefs and opinions for a short time, you open up the opportunity to consider viewpoints that you may have shut out before in an effort to be approved or seen as "good". So what happens if you place approval first before openness and willingness to offend in the pursuit of truth? That's what we're trying to figure out.The conclusion that may make you uncomfortable: most of our strongly held beliefs might be created from peer pressure and the desire to be loved and accepted rather than thorough analysis using the instrument of Self. But what if we can change that? Thank you for your support -- share this episode with a friend if you enjoyed it or tag me on Instagram while you listen @bellasolanot or @100.bs.podcast !Read my writing on substackFollow on Instagram:@bellasolanot@100.bs.podcastGet on my email list here!

This solo episode dives deep into the real meaning of trusting yourself and remembering that you have all the answers. Trendy self-help quotes and simplified self-development tips end up getting misinterpreted and distorted into normalizing self-obsession. By taking a look at my personal experience and understanding of trusting yourself, I help you discover the power of breaking from conditioning and using the Self as a filtering mechanism. In addition, I explore how the current political and cultural climate of divisiveness takes advantage of people's desire to be seen as “good” and “virtuous”. These behaviors end up driving us away from our true selves and make us outsource knowledge to the point where we blindly trust the media, experts, and just about any entity other than our SELF. In the hopes of bringing you back home, I explain the negative impact of mob mentality behaviors, close-mindedness, and unconscious consumption by replacing those with accountability, service to others, and curiosity for exploring disagreement. Enjoy! Links:Find this podcast on YouTubeBella on Instagram100% BS on InstagramWriting on SubstackRate on Apple Podcasts

In this solo episode, I recount my experience with experimental sobriety (meaning spending months in a row sober with only a handful of drinks in between) for the past 3 years. It all started senior year of college where I saw the immediate benefits of eliminating alcohol from my life and simultaneously experienced the shame projected onto me by friends and the college drinking culture overall. Through my own personal story, I highlight my biggest learnings, challenges I overcame, and my general thoughts and opinions on drinking, the complicated relationship most of us have with it, and why I think sobriety is one of the most phenomenal teachers available to us. The relationship I have with myself has become rock solid because of my commitment to being authentic even when it's awkward and uncomfortable —  and I have experimental sobriety to thank for that. Be sure to share this episode with a friend and subscribe if you enjoyed it!**Please keep in mind that this is through the lens of exploring sobriety mainly for fun and for health reasons not related to alcoholism or addiction. Know that my experience is just one possible iteration of the complex presence alcohol has in our lives and I invite you to take what resonates and leave the rest.**Key Points:How the discomfort we have with ourselves has led to enormous social pressure to drink and peer pressure or shame when others choose not to drink.The difference between drinking to supplement the experience and having the main activity be drinking.My theory on how alcohol suppresses one's consciousness and presence.My experience with drinking so much that I don't remember things and the alarming lack of consciousness.Why you can't be fully authentic by relying on alcohol to “be more of yourself”.What it was like to be sober during my senior year of college, being shamed by friends, and going out while being the only sober one.The immediately visible benefits I felt from just one month sober and reducing inflammation.How uncomfortable it was to be shamed for not drinking and having to explain myself which then caused shame in others around me.  The dynamic of triggering people simply because you are sober and how others will project their insecurities onto you.How hitting a mental low in mid-2020 exposed my negative relationship with alcohol and inspired me to do a 3-month sober challenge that produced life-changing shifts and enabled me to spend the majority of 2021 sober.Experiencing the difficult side of sobriety and managing the extreme self-awareness that can stop you from enjoying the moment.How drinking a lot for the first time in months this summer reminded me of and confirmed the bandaid effect that alcohol has for negative emotions and anxiety.How becoming profoundly comfortable with yourself makes sobriety a lot easier and very enjoyable.Why using an outside mechanism to cope is just prolonging your healing and stunting your ability to experience your full self. How experimenting with sobriety can provide a beautiful and profound learning experience for coming home to yourself and creating a positive relationship with yourself. Why sobriety gives you opportunities to explore yourself in more contexts because you are fully present and fully aware.Links:Bella Solanot on Instagram100% BS on InstagramCheck out my SubstackGrab some Tenzo Matcha for 15% off using BELLA15

In this episode, I dive into the normalization of casual dehumanization in the COVID era and how easy it is to disregard peoples' humanness when the mainstream narrative contributes to division and binary ways of thinking. In reflecting on this topic, I admit my own past mistakes of having misunderstood or gaslit other peoples' experiences when I didn't share their views, reminding me that my own feelings of being dehumanized have made me much more compassionate and empathetic. As a change of pace, I turn to the pop culture space to explore the intriguing life of the D'Amelio family as Charli and Dixie navigate skyrocketing to fame and the overwhelming scrutiny they face. Exploring the dynamics of success and criticism of people who've “made it”, I uncover why we might be holding ourselves back by giving into jealousy and judgment and I offer ways to reframe those sentiments toward successful individuals so you may view them as an expander instead and reflect on your own shadows. Through reminding you that mental health issues impact everyone and challenging you to see yourself in others, I invite you to reassess your judgments and potential dehumanization of the “others” in your life. Enjoy!Key Points From This Episode:How the news and media perpetuate binary thinking and normalize dehumanizing those who are different from you.Why punishing people for their unique health decisions is dangerous behavior to normalize.How feeling the effects of casual dehumanization teaches you to hold greater compassion for people you've misunderstood or accidentally gaslit in the past and to understand how others can gaslight or dehumanize you without realizing it, too.Why our inclination to hate content creators or famous TikTok stars might be rooted in a lack of understanding and jealousy rather than pure hate.Reframing jealousy and judgment as indicators of your own insecurity more than they are a reflection of the other person.Social media and the heavy integration of phones into our lives creating a perceived constant 3rd viewpoint that makes us anxious, feeling like we are being watched all the time.Why denying people's deservingness reflects back our own lack of feeling like we deserve success.Why leaving mean comments on the internet is like pointing out every mistake or dislike we have at the dinner table, it's mostly rude and counterproductive.Arriving at the realization that the best way to respond to negative behaviors and the division of today is with love, peace, and compassion. Links Mentioned:Bella Solanot on Instagram100% BS on Instagram100% BS on YouTubeCoaching programsDM me if you're interested in my group program (starts 11/7)

Today's guest is Intentional Lifestyle Coach, Danielle Hatton. When she started working in the online space, mentoring people in wellness and business, Danielle realized that her true desire was to help women win; not just in business but in life too. Her coaching programs and workshops encourage women to own who they are, have the courage to follow their desires, and begin unlearning the conditioning that holds them back from living an intentional life and, in this episode, we discuss how to move past fear and live in the potential of possibility. Given the near-constant state of fear that the different narratives around COVID-19 have inspired, it can be difficult to discern between protection and projection, but Danielle has some guidance and practical advice to help you do what is right for you, embrace uncertainty in the pursuit of aliveness, and give yourself permission to want more. We also touch on righteousness as a defense mechanism, how vulnerability can create opportunities for true intimacy, and why Danielle believes that owning our emotions is a superpower, as well as how assessing your attachments can help you deepen the connections in your everyday life, not just the ones you create online. Tune in today for all this and more!Key Points From This Episode:How COVID-19 has normalized a constant state of fear and how to discern between what is protection and what is a projection.Questions to ask yourself, including whether that fear is your voice or someone else's belief.The importance of doing what is right for you, not what is right according to someone else.Danielle reflects on how teaching and coaching drives her own personal self-development.The painful ‘unfolding' that occurred for Danielle as she began to listen to and trust herself.The power of leaning into the pursuit of aliveness, no matter how uncomfortable it is.Learn how embracing uncertainty allowed Danielle to accelerate her growth work.How women can strive toward passion and purpose; give yourself permission to want more!Why success doesn't have to be accompanied by shame or come at the expense of pleasure.How you set an example for others by creating abundance for yourself.The opportunities that jealousy and judgement can offer for self-reflection.Danielle on how everyone creates value in their own way; stay open to different perspectives.How we often use righteousness as a mechanism for protection rather than being vulnerable.Bella on how simply approaching a conversation with compassion can shift its outcome.Strategies for practicing compassion without projecting your personal beliefs.How revealing your deeper, more vulnerable truth creates opportunities for true intimacy. Danielle explains why we are afraid to trigger others because we don't have the skills to soothe ourselves when we get triggered.How you can use ‘I' statements to model behavior and take ownership of your emotions. Why Danielle believes that expressing and owning emotion is a superpower for women.The importance of being willing to be authentic in multiple contexts, not just the easy ones.Danielle highlights the value of allowing others in when you feel unworthy, which will grant you access to the truth.The power of naming your emotions; even if it isn't peaceful, it will bring you peace.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Danielle HattonDanielle Hatton on Instagram100% BS with Bella Solanot on YouTubeBella Solanot on Instagram

There are few perspectives that I stand so firmly on as my take on censorship: it is almost never a good thing and is certainly a huge detriment to society. It has never been more blatant than it is today - so join me as I work through the impacts of the White House directly participating in censorship, why propaganda and celebrity culture can feel so icky (cue Olivia Rodrigo at the WH), and why we should still be questioning C-19 mandates and narratives (insert ivermectin!).It's a juicy one! I hope you enjoy it.Read Dr. Kory's testimony here.Watch this episode on YouTube, subscribe to the channel, and leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts if you're a fan! Thanks for your support - it means the world to me :)

This week, 100% BS discusses what it means to tell the truth and why being triggered can be a good thing.  PLUS, a few current events including the Fauci email leak and the latest CNN Project Veritas exposure.When we think about telling the truth, sometimes it can be a scary idea to live out loud and expose yourself to the potential effects of speaking truthfully. Jordan B. Peterson brings up an interesting test -- see how it makes you feel when you speak certain words. Building off of this concept, this episode explores why it is important to speak honestly yet not identify with your beliefs on an emotional level.When it comes to triggers, we're usually told to eliminate them from our lives. But have we considered how powerful it is to reframe triggers as your greatest teachers? Being able to confront discomfort on a daily basis is essential to open-mindedness. Thanks for tuning in!Follow @BellaSolanot and @100.BS.Podcast on Instagram for more :)

This week, 100% BS discusses the dilemma with Critical Race Theory education. Last month, Paul Rossi wrote a piece expressing concern that CRT was indoctrinating the students at Grace Church School. In this episode, I dive into why Critical Race Theory might contribute to a lack of critical thinking, the possible dangers of identity politics, how indoctrination takes place in our daily lives, why the poor implementation of CRT might be a result of race issues themselves, and why skepticism of all ideas regardless of their good intentions should be encouraged.You can read Paul Rossi's article here.Critical Race Theory tenets here.Thank you so much for checking out this episode! Make sure you subscribe to the show so you don't miss an episode :)Follow @BellaSolanot and @100.BS.Podcast.

This week 100% BS is joined by... just Bella! A solo episode on the topic of awakening and why it feels like a collective awakening is upon us. In particular, the feeling of being pulled onto a path of self-discovery somewhat rapidly in the last 4 months and how that has pushed me to invite others to join. If "awakening" seems like a confusing term to you, first of all, I am glad that you landed here, and second, we can define it as:A Spiritual Awakening is a call to higher consciousness and deeper mental awareness. The process of spiritual awakening brings about personal transformation and a shift in one's worldview. When someone goes through a spiritual awakening they experience a shift in their mental framework.In this solo pod, I explore why awakening is an important piece for society to advance. Starting at the individual level trickles out to every aspect of life -- after all, society is made up of parts, and if those parts improve themselves, the collective improves. Thank you for being here! Please subscribe and share this episode with a friend if you enjoyed it :)Connect with me @BellaSolanot or @100.BS.Podcast on Instagram and send me a DM if you listened. I'd love to hear from you.

This week 100% BS is joined by Olivia Solanot, my sister! Olivia and I have shared experiences around our health journeys and our path of questioning the mainstream narrative. We dive into what blind trust is and how it plays out when we don't question powerful media outlets, medical institutions, and other societal norms. Often when we end up on a spiritual path that involves a shattering of paradigms, it can feel scary and lonely to question what "the norm" is doing. Why is it such an uphill battle to represent an alternative viewpoint? Why does it feel so uncomfortable to question common paradigms? What can we do better to be open to and consider perspectives that differ from our own? Oli and I allowed ourselves to speak freely on this topic and say what we think, even if it doesn't land well with someone.We hope you enjoyed the episode! Thank you so much for being here :)Say hi to @OliviaSolanot on Insta!Check @BellaSolanot and @100.BS.Podcast on Instagram and watch this episode here on YouTube (and subscribe!).Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

Aubre Winters is a fitness entrepreneur, the founder of Sweat Sessions and its accompanying virtual studio. Her fitness classes are incredibly unique and fun as is the creator herself. Aubre stands out in the industry and was a real good time in this episode! ENJOY!We chatted:- Her fitness story moving from in-person fitness in LA to a virtual studio with hundreds of students all over the US & world- The boundaries she's created around social media that let her express what she wants freely- Why extreme ownership over oneself is key in all aspects of life- The personal responsibility Aubre took over her own situation when things weren't working out- Why swearing is great- Balancing body positivity with attaining fitness goals- How to run a business with the individual as the foundationThank you so much for listening! You can watch the episode here (don't forget to subscribe!).Find Aubre on Instagram or check out her classes at AubreWinters.com.Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

On this episode, 100% BS is joined by Lucie Fink, a lifestyle personality, producer, and digital educator based out of New York. You might know her from Refinery29's YouTube series "Try Living with Lucie" or from her own Instagram and YouTube channel. She is a LOVELY human being and we had a blast chatting about her experience with the birth control pill, the issues with hormonal birth control & how it can wreak havoc on your hormones, the dynamics of speaking up online and sharing your views with a large audience, and a never before heard story from Lucie about a crazy experience with a follower. ENJOY!!Check Lucie out on Instagram, YouTube, and her website.Thank you so much for watching! Please like & subscribe if you enjoyed :)Follow Bella Solanot and 100% BS on Instagram.Watch this episode on YouTube.Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

100% BS is joined by the talented Drew Tooley -- a Filmmaker, Photographer, and YouTuber based out of Denver, CO. We dive into all sorts of goodness: the pros and cons of Clubhouse, how Clubhouse is a win for free speech, the documentary Fake Famous and what its implications are, authenticity on and off-line, why investing in yourself monetarily is important, how Drew films his work in the mountains, and the impact of lockdowns on the youth. ENJOY!!Check out Drew's website, YouTube, and Instagram.Watch this episode on YouTube.Thank you so much for tuning in! If you enjoyed the show, please consider giving it a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribing to the YouTube channel -- thank you!!Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

On this episode, 100% BS is graced with the presence of Jenni Adishian, a manifestation coach, social media strategist, small business owner, mental health advocate, and creative entrepreneur. We dive deep into what manifestation is, the science behind it, why mindset shifts can change your life, the importance of self-reflection, and why you are so much more powerful than society leads you to believe. ENJOY!!Connect with Jenni on her Instagram (@Jenni.Adishian) or website.Take Jenni's free Manifest Anything 5-Day Mini-Course.Watch this episode on YouTube.Follow @100.BS.Podcast and @BellaSolanot on IG.Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

This week 100% BS chats with Jon & Bron from the Daddy Issues Podcast. The 3 discuss why tribalism is problematic, why anarchy could work, companies like Disney, TikTok, and Twitter's inconsistency with banning political content, and the root cause of evil. ENJOY!!Daddy Issues Podcast is a weekly podcast between a father and son about their differing views on life -- check it out here.Follow @BellaSolanot and @100.BS.Podcast on Instagram.Watch this episode on YouTube.Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

This week 100% BS gives an update on her life and what is in store for the podcast in 2021. There's talk of manifestation, growth mindset, and how we can all LEVEL UP this year #together. Plus, there will be guests! Yay! You no longer have to listen to me rant alone for 30 minutes (but if you still want to, lucky you! More hot takes are coming!). Thanks for tuning in -- ENJOY!!Bella Solanot on IGPrefer a visual pod? Watch this episode on YouTube Links & Sh*t I Mention:The Manifestation Queen - Jenni Adishian A Brief Intro to the Science Behind Manifestation Paleontologists Discover Dinosaur BootySupport the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

This week 100% BS discusses the CNN Tapes that James O'Keefe at Project Veritas released after listening in on several CNN morning meetings led by President Jeff Zucker. This episode covers arguments for why the tapes matter, arguments for why the tapes are insignificant, Bella's personal opinion on why they are important, and what the tapes imply about mainstream media and journalism overall. LET'S DIVE IN!You can also watch this episode on YouTube!Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

This week 100% BS covers a FULL range of topics including why Elon Musk will save us all with space travel and how right-wing conservatives responded to Harry Styles looking fabulous on the cover of Vogue. ENJOY!Links to articles referenced can be found on the YouTube description of this episode.Bella Solanot on Instagram.100% BS on Instagram.If you enjoyed this podcast, please give it a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts!Thank you for tuning in!Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

This week 100% BS discusses valuable lessons learned from Daryl Davis, why we should talk to people we disagree with, and reasons why Kamala is a boss bish. ENJOY!Find links to articles mentioned in the YouTube video description of this episode.Follow @BellaSolanot and @100BSPodcast to stay #posted.Subscribe to 100% BS on YouTube.Thank you for tuning in and supporting this show :)Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

This week 100% BS discusses Alex Jones and Tim Dillon on the Joe Rogan Experience, how fact-checking needs serious work, and an example of a flawed tool for helping find "trustworthy" news. Come along for a thought-provoking discussion -- enjoy!Find links to articles mentioned in the YouTube video description of this episode.Follow @BellaSolanot and @100BSPodcast to stay #posted.Subscribe to 100% BS on YouTube.Thank you for tuning in and supporting this show :)Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

This week 100% BS discusses how Big Tech crossed the line with blatant censorship, The Great Barrington Declaration gaining traction, the WHO saying lockdowns are no longer the preferred method for handling the Coronavirus pandemic, and how Gov. Newsom already ruined the holiday season. Enjoy!Find links to articles/videos mentioned in this podcast on this episode's YouTube video description.Follow @BellaSolanot and @100BSPodcast to stay #posted.Subscribe to 100% BS on YouTube.Thank you for tuning in and supporting this show :)Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

The Vice Presidential Debate, Kamala and Pence, and an unexpected relationship between fish and elephants. Plus, a look into how media diet impacts Democrat's and Republican's perspective on the pandemic. This week we dive into news from the past week and continue to ask important questions in a world full of divisive politics and biased reporting. Head to 100% BS on YouTube for the Pew Research Center study link on media diets for Democrats and Republicans!Follow @bellasolanot and @100bspodcast on Instagram and subscribe on YouTube!Have a great week -- sending love from LA :)Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

The first presidential debate was a sh*t show, but I'm here to dive into it anyway and dissect the situation. Come along with me while I ask questions, propose thought experiments, and try to make sense of the 2020 Election. I comment on Trump's inability to condemn white supremacy, whether we should cancel the rest of the debates, and give a recommendation for a trustworthy news source. As always, I end the show on a positive note by sharing a story about an inspiring world record breaker! Subscribe to 100% BS on YouTubeFollow @BellaSolanot and @100BSPodcast on InstagramLinks:Watch Rising with Krystal & SagaarRead about the World Record BreakerSupport the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

The first episode of a new segment -- Weekly Updates! Covering topics from the news in the past week with short commentary and hot takes followed by recommendations to improve your life. This week includes the impact of school closures in India due to the pandemic, employee dissatisfaction with Spotify's newly acquired Joe Rogan Experience podcast, plus exciting news from Elon Musk's Tesla Battery Day.Stick around for a few recommendations on things to try, research, and read about at the end.Article Links:Pandemic in India Forces Kids to go Back to Dangerous Jobs - NY TimesEmployees threaten to strike if Spotify refuses to censor Joe Rogan - MMA ManiaTesla's Biggest Announcements from Battery Day - The VergeRecommendations:Meditation YouTube PlaylistLion's Mane - HealthlineDoctor Christian Gonzalez - InstagramThank you for listening -- follow me on YouTube and Instagram to stay up to date :)Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

In this podcast episode, I discuss current events with Marisa Cicione (my best bud from high school and a geneticist in Boston). We have a candid conversation about the protests against police brutality, the Defund the Police movement, the role of social media in the Black Lives Matter movement, and more. Visit ColorOfChange.org for resources related to the BLM movement.Follow @100BSPodcast on Instagram and check out the YouTube channel for video clips and full episodes.Submit to the Q&A by DM on Instagram or email 100.bs.podcast@gmail.com.Stay safe everyone!Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

This episode takes a look at the COVID-19 pandemic and asks: Is our national and global reaction proportional to the real risk of the virus? It's a hard question to answer and a controversial one to ask, but an important one nonetheless. Second, I look into censorship of information and misinformation from WhatsApp and YouTube -- and the risks of this slippery slope. Here are the articles I looked at for this episode:COVID-19 Stats:WHOCDC (Confirmed & Probable Cases)CDC (Table 1 - Confirmed Deaths)Censorship:WhatsAppYouTubeThank you for listening! Be sure to follow @100BSPodcast on IG and check the show out on YouTube (and subscribe!).Have a wonderful day and stay safe :)Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

Monkeys with herpes, that guy Oscar, and that gal Greta... On #5, Bella explores the lack of female nominees in this past year's award shows, the impact Greta Thunberg has had on the climate change movement, and the upcoming election. Follow @bellasolanot on Instagram for updates on new episodes, and email 100.bs.podcast@gmail.com to send ideas/articles/comments! Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

For Ep. #4, Bella chats with Brian Gaugler about conspiracies and how to approach them logically... what a concept! It's a great episode to open your mind and explore another way of thinking about politics, government, and media. Topics covered include: the current state of politics, left vs. right, Alex Jones, fake news, and if you make it to the end, there's a fun list of running (possibly true..) conspiracies that will be explored further in part II.Enjoy the show and don't forget to follow @bellasolanot on Instagram to stay updated on all things podcast and new episodes.Email 100.bs.podcast@gmail.com to send articles/ideas!Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)

Bella tries to look at the world and talk about how great things are. While it's easy to be negative and focus on how unstable things seem, let's try to focus on what is going well and what we can do as a society to make the world better! So positive! So great! At the end, Bella gives some movie recommendations and reviews (nice to see her putting her film degree to use!). Topics include:Social MediaPolitical controversiesClimate changeHumans rights movementsFeminist movementsMoviesThe GentlemenParasiteKiss Kiss Bang BangEmail 100.bs.podcast@gmail.com to share article/topic ideas or give your thoughts on this episode!Support the show (https://pod.fan/100-bs-podcast)