Courageous Wellness

Riana Malia is an accomplished transformation coach with over 20 years of experience in Evolved Neurolinguistic Programming, Quantum Time Release, and Advanced Trauma-Aware Coaching. She is dedicated to helping women, primarily in their 40s and beyond, overcome obstacles and truly live their best lives, whether that means finding their true love or reaching new career highs.  Having gone through a divorce, a failed business, and several broken promises from family, Riana craved a stable life for herself and her daughter. Now as a teacher and coach, she has helped hundreds of successful, ambitious women get unstuck in repetitive and negative thought patterns, heal from trauma, and create lives and relationships they truly love. To learn more about the Quantum Pattern Protocol, you can visit rianamalia.com  Take control of your health outside the doctor's office today and get a one-hundred-dollar credit towards your annual membership at www.functionhealth.com/CWPOD But act fast; the one-hundred-dollar credit is only for the first thousand listeners. Sign up right now at www.functionhealth.com/CWPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we have a conversation with KATHERINE FABRIZIO, psychotherapist and author of ‘ THE GOOD DAUGHTER SYNDROME: Help for Empathic Daughters of Narcissistic, Borderline, or Difficult Mothers Trapped in the Role of the Good Daughter,' a book about generational trauma that lies at the intersection of good girl conditioning and difficult mothers. Drawing from over 30 years of clinical practice and her own deeply personal journey, Katherine is dedicated to helping daughters reclaim their identity and live their lives free from the invisible chains of their mother's expectations.  For many women, the mother-daughter bond is complicated by feelings of guilt, shame, and an intrinsic sense of duty. Katherine's expertise reveals how these dynamics often force daughters into the “Good Daughter” role, in which they're always focused on pleasing and never prioritize their own needs. This role, while seemingly noble, can lead to anxiety, depression, and a profound loss of self-regard. By blending clinical knowledge with her own story of breaking free from the expectations of a difficult mother, Katherine offers a unique blend of empathy, expertise, and empowerment that emboldens good daughters to reclaim their lost sense of self and become their own woman. BON CHARGE's Red Light Face Mask: Right now, our listeners get 15% off when you order from www.boncharge.com and use our exclusive promo code CWPOD at checkout – the discount applies site wide! You'll also get free shipping and a 12-month warranty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we sit down with Eamon Dolan, author of the new book:  THE POWER OF PARTING released in April, to demonstrate why adults choosing to break up with toxic relatives may be the only moral solution for those enmeshed in unhealthy or abusive family dynamics. It's a deeply personal, poignant piece that debunks cultural messages and social taboos informing our collective bias towards reconciliation; speaks to the phenomenon's growing prevalence in society (estimated to affect up to 50% of the population) and destigmatizes estrangement for abuse survivors seeking to break the cycle of abuse. The Power of Parting has already racked up impressive acclaim as a well-researched, practical guidebook that positions estrangement as an empowering solution for abuse survivors  seeking to escape cycles of trauma. On this episode, we discuss the four types of abuse, the spectrum of estrangement, the myth of the false idol of family, Eamon's powerful own personal journey to parting with his own mother, his beautiful life now with his wife and child, and leave listeners with feelings of hope for anyone who may be in a similar cycle. Enjoy the episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we welcome author and neuro-psychotherapist Britt Frank. Her new book, ALIGN YOUR MIND: Tame Your Inner Critic and Make Peace with Your Shadow Using the Power of Parts Work was released yesterday on May 13th.  This engaging and practical book offers a deep dive into the inner workings of your mind, helping you tame anxiety, heal trauma, and overcome self-doubt by befriending and harmonizing the multiple voices within you.  Through Parts Work and the latest research on Internal Family Systems, Britt presents a clear road map to finding peace, confidence, and a deeper understanding of one's true self. What sets her work apart from other resources on this popular concept is she goes beyond the buzzwords to create an in-depth resource that is accessible and beautifully breaks down the theoretical foundation of Parts Work so that anyone can gain true understanding. Her own personal experiences with toxic relationships, burnout, and other harmful habits means she understands the lived experience – and today's episode offers really comprehensive tips and tools on the power of parts work. She also explains what exactly Parts work is, how to use it, and how you can start working with your parts and supporting them today. Enjoy the episode.  BON CHARGE's Red Light Face Mask: Right now, our listeners get 15% off when you order from www.boncharge.com and use our exclusive promo code CWPOD at checkout – the discount applies site wide! You'll also get free shipping and a 12-month warranty. Go to zbiotics.com/CWPOD and use CWPOD at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. ZBiotics has a 100% money-back guarantee, so if you're unsatisfied for any reason they will refund your money, no questions asked. Thank you ZBiotics for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Aly sits down with Amie McNee, author of the new book: WE NEED YOUR ART: Stop Messing Around and Make Something, a powerful manifesto for artists of all kinds. Amie is the creator behind the popular Instagram account Inspired To Write, which has amassed over 440k loyal community members. Whether you're a seasoned creator or just starting out, Amie's guidance will help you overcome self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism to build a sustainable creative practice.  Download “Long Live Moms” for FREE today at https://www.functionhealth.com/md/cwpod and learn more about how Function Health can help you take better care of you. Get Function Health's “Long Live Moms” book for free at https://www.functionhealth.com/md/cwpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Carrier Berk is a Journalist, influencer, author, actor, activist, and at just 22 years old, she has a life's worth of accomplishments under her belt.  She is a verified content creator across several social media channels with a combined monthly engagement of more than 100M.  Carrie has collaborated with top fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands including Netflix, HBO Max, Walt Disney World, and Pixar, among many others. She has also been profiled in publications including: The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and New York Daily News. Her solo debut book, My Real-Life Rom-Com, was released on September 19, 2023 and became a Barnes & Noble bestseller within 24 hours of its pre-order launch and peaked at #1 in Amazon's Dating & Intimacy category. Her next solo book, Mindfire, will be available on May 13, 2025 – and is a raw and vulnerable exploration into the parts of being in your twenties that aren't always pretty. Berk, who was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder and OCD at eighteen, and in Mindfire, shares intimate diary entries that unveil what it's like learning to cope with her mental health in her adulting era. What do you do when panic strikes unexpectedly? Or when you're plagued with intrusive thoughts on vacation? How about when you lose someone for the first time? Anxiety can make you question your core beliefs and leave you more confused than ever. Berk shows how there is hope, happiness, and strength to be found in forging your path forward. Mindfire is a road map for anyone who has ever struggled with mental health—and felt alone. Packed with real-life therapy definitions and self-care suggestions, Mindfire shows how you can level up and learn to love yourself—anxiety and all.We have a really incredible conversation with Carrie on her life, mental health journey, and the misconceptions of OCD and anxiety. We do want to quickly offer a trigger warning, that this conversation does include discussion of suicidal ideation and thoughts of self harm. If this isn't supportive of your current journey, please tune back next week. We appreciate Carrie for her vulnerability and know you will love this episode as much has we did. Carrie's book Mindfire will be released on May 13th and is available now for pre-order. Pre-order Mindfire! https://a.co/d/dBf9b7w BON CHARGE's Red Light Face Mask: Right now, our listeners get 15% off when you order from www.boncharge.com and use our exclusive promo code CWPOD at checkout – the discount applies site wide! You'll also get free shipping and a 12-month warranty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we welcome Kristine Carlson, co-creator of the New York Times bestselling Don't Sweat the Small Stuff books. The newest edition to the series, is DON'T SWEAT THE SMALL STUFF EVERY DAY: 365 Simple Ways to Live a Life You Love. Kristine Carlson and her late husband, Bestselling author Dr. Richard Carlson, taught millions of people how to let go of the anxieties, upsets, and fears that can derail your day and instead focus on what really matters.  Kristine shares the powerful love story shared between her and her late husband and co-author, his sudden passing, navigating loss, grief – and a Lifetime movie (inspired by her family story), starring Heather Locklear.  Kristine's mission is to help women reclaim their identity and live their next chapter with renewed joy, gratitude, and purpose in the midst of life-altering change. Regardless of your age, this is a really powerful episode about how not to sweat the small stuff and navigate the big stuff.  BON CHARGE's Red Light Face Mask: Right now, our listeners get 15% off when you order from www.boncharge.com and use our exclusive promo code CWPOD at checkout – the discount applies site wide! You'll also get free shipping and a 12-month warranty. Branch Basics: Right now, our listeners get 15% off the Premium Starter Kit by using code CWPOD at www.BranchBasics.com. That's 15% off your New Branch Basics Premium Starter Kit at www.BranchBasics.com with promo code CWPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the show Aly and Erica sit down for a catch-up with each other. The hosts discuss: -body dysmorphia in pregnancy -Erica's love for pop culture and Meghan Markle -Wellness Astrology Updates -Nutrition Coaching Updates -Not Taking Medical Advice From Your Algorithm Go to zbiotics.com/CWPOD and use CWPOD at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. ZBiotics has a 100% money-back guarantee, so if you're unsatisfied for any reason they will refund your money, no questions asked. Thank you ZBiotics for sponsoring this episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the podcast, Erica sits down with Carleigh Ferrante of Most Dating. Carleigh is a writer, creator, and the host of Mostly Dating, a podcast about the intersection of dating and relationships with all other areas of your life (wellness, self-care, family, career, etc.) Known for her direct-yet-approachable advice, Carleigh creates content centered on all stages of dating, with actionable tips to help you find and develop the most aligned relationship.  Today we talk: Dating Rules,  Apps,  Dating in Your 30s, Questions to Discover Aligned Values, Being the “Single” One, and what to do if your values do not align.  Listen to Erica Talk All Things Astrology & Relationships on The MostlyDating Podcast Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mostly-dating/id1511213974?i=1000701568634 Listen to Carleigh's First Episode (with Mia of Mostly Balnced!) on the Courageous Wellness Podcast from February 2023:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mia-and-carleigh-hosts-of-the-mostly-balanced/id1395464655?i=1000599706726 11 Questions to Ask on A Date to Learn Their Values:  https://www.instagram.com/p/DB36WzMJDQy/?igsh=MTVhdzJteHhhYzdv Follow Carleigh on Instagram @MostlyDating  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As co-founder and CEO of Beckley Retreats, Neil is passionate about sharing the science-backed benefits of psychedelics in conjunction with the contemplative practices that support holistic wellbeing. Neil was A Captain in the US Army Special Operations 2nd Ranger Battalion, and had been deployed once to Iraq, and twice to Afghanistan. After returning, he was an MBA/ MIA masters student at Columbia University, and suffered from depression and PTSD. This led him to alternative wellbeing practices and marked the start of a profound healing journey with mindfulness and psychedelics. Neil credits meditation and plant therapy with saving his life. A curious mathematician from a young age, Neil now sees no real divide between science and spirituality. We really enjoyed our conversation with Neil and enjoyed learning about the healing power of meditation and psychedelics in his personal experience and now through the community he has cultivated through Beckley Retreats.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jillian Greaves (MPH, RD, LDN) is a Functional Medicine Dietitian, Women's Health Specialist, podcast co-host, and founder of the highest-rated dietitian and functional nutrition business in Boston. She has been recognized across major publications such as Dr. Axe, Healthline and EatingWell for her transformative and unique approach to wellness. Jillian is an open book, ready to share how women can take back control of their health, eliminate their symptoms naturally, and start really living again. In this episode we chat a lot about Fertility, Progesterone support, and The Birth Control Pill. We loved the episode and hope you enjoy it as much as we do!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the show Aly and Erica do their annual Expo West Convention Roundup. They talk natural food trends, observations and as always, their favorite finds of 2025! You'll also hear the hosts share some personal updates including all about Erica's exciting article co-written with her husband, which made the front page of Vanity Fair. Read it here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show, we welcome Alexis Barber, Author of the new book, TOO SMART FOR THIS: A Journal to Build Self-Trust and Stop Settling for Less Than You Deserve. Alexis is many things: a popular content creator, founder and owner of Too Collective, and a Wharton MBA candidate. Her new book, TOO SMART FOR THIS, is a guide to recognizing that the answers you're looking for are already within you, and you're actually too smart not to see how amazing you are. Alexis guides readers to build a foundation of self-love and strength, all while encouraging their ambitions and dreams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Erica and Aly sit down together to share Aly's pregnancy news! The co-hosts talk about Aly's experience trying to conceive, what she leaned into for prep and support, and getting the good news. Aly also shares about the physical and emotional components to her pregnancy so far, and the two get excited about welcoming the first Courageous Wellness babe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lindsey Mazza is an entrepreneurial lawyer turned leadership catalyst and motivational speaker, who knows all about what the power of self-advocacy can do to transform your calling and your future. Having been born with a physical disability that affected all aspects of her life, she tapped into the power of her own voice to change her narrative so that she can show others how to step into their true purpose. Lindsey was born with holt oram syndrome. She became an attorney, built a business and did it all successfully – learning her disability is actually her superpower. After dedicating a life to serving others through advocacy, Lindsey is now taking her story to center stage where her calling has led to a desire to impact as many people as possible through her own resilience, passion, and intuition. In this episode we discuss how she now helps and coaches high achieving individuals to remove self-imposed, limiting labels and reframe their  mindsets so they can reclaim their ability to advocate for their future selves. We loved chatting with Lindsey and we hope you enjoy the episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nahid de Belgeonne—known as “the nervous system whisperer” joins us today to discuss her new book: SOOTHE: Restoring Your Nervous System from Stress, Anxiety, Burnout, and Trauma. This restorative guide —instructs readers on the practice of self-soothing, showing us how to physically release stress by tapping into our senses, breath, and movement. Nahid is a trained and neuroscience-informed somatic movement educator with over 15 years' experience in yoga and breath work.  Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Lume Deodorant and get 15% off with promo code CWPOD at Lumedeodorant.com #lumepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we have a conversation with Rachel Baker, founder of LBDO, one of Australia's leading sexual wellness brands, and an expert in the field of sexual health and empowerment. Rachel founded LBDO in 2021 to provide beautifully designed, high-quality sexual wellness products that foster deeper connection and intimacy. Her mission is to normalize conversations about sexual health and empower individuals to embrace sexual wellness as part of their overall well-being. Today, we have a really wonderful conversation on sexual self care, pleasure, postpartum intimacy and the pros of scheduling sex. Enjoy the episode!  https://www.lbdo.com/  has also generously offered our listeners a 15% discount on their products with code: courageous15  To help you kickstart a health plan that truly works, Prolon is offering Courageous Wellness listeners 15% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Nutrition Program! Just visit ProlonLife.com/COURAGEOUS to claim your 15% discount and your bonus gift. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we interview Laura Federico, LCSW, and Morgan Miller, CPM, authors of THE CYCLE BOOK: An Interactive Step-by-Step Guide to Tracking Hormones and Knowing Your Body — a groundbreaking, customizable guide designed by a midwife and a clinical sex therapist who understand the urgent need for a more reliable and empowering method of cycle tracking.  Laura and Morgan are true experts in the space. Through their combined wisdom, this guide goes beyond fertility to offer insights into your sex life; emotions; mental health; chronic illness; and can offer support to ease symptoms of endometriosis, anxiety, perimenopause; and more.  This episode is brought to you by Lume Deodorant. Use code CWPOD for 15% off your first purchase at LumeDeodorant.com Lume's Starter Pack is perfect for new customers. It comes with a Solid Stick Deodorant, Cream Tube Deodorant, two free products of your choice (like Mini Body Wash and Deodorant Wipes), and free shipping. As a special offer for listeners, new customers GET 15% ALL Lume products with our exclusive code - and if you combine the 15% off with the already discounted starter pack, that equals over 40% off their Starter Pack!  Please support our show and tell them we sent you! Smell fresher, stay drier, and boost your confidence from head to toe with Lume! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Manifestation Coach, Certified Yoga Instructor, Art Therapist, and Devoted Wellness Enthusiast Jessie De Lowe provides life-enhancing, enriching, and enlightening experiences to clients across the globe. Through one-on-one Manifestation Sessions, Relationship Coaching sessions and group Manifestation Workshops that blend her background in therapeutic healing with spirituality, positive psychology and neuroscience. Jessie's mission is to inspire people to live the most vibrant, authentic and exciting life possible by stepping into full alignment with their soul's true calling. With a Masters degree in Art Therapy from New York University, Jessie has always been intrigued by the power of the mind and learning the intricacies of how our consciousness works.  She is passionate about helping others become an empowered creator of the reality they experience. She also is the creator of The Dream Catcher a Manifestation Course & Community. In this conversation Jessie breaks down practical steps to build your most aligned life. Learn more at courageouswellness.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda Kuda is an alcohol-free lifestyle expert. She's a holistic life coach, speaker and author living, in Austin, TX. As a coach, Amanda helps ambitious, soul-centered women stop drinking and start manifesting the life they deserve and desire. She teaches a modern approach to personal development, self-actualization and spiritual enlightenment through the lens of elective sobriety. Amanda's first book, Unbottled Potential: Break Up With Alcohol And Break Through To Your Best Life is out now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ready to take a fresh path to self-discovery? Every Monday, Jemma of “The Psychology of your 20s” brings you a new mantra, breaking it down to show you how you can apply it to your own life. Whether you're facing a major transition or looking to evolve your everyday routine, Mantra is the podcast for you. Join Jemma every week for reflections, practical tips, and personal insights that'll inspire you to live with intention and unlock your true potential. Follow Mantra with Jemma Sbeg wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show, it's Aly and Erica doing a new year catch up. We talk about books and films we have enjoyed throughout the holiday season, new year visions and goals, and our newest wellness interests. This episode was recorded before the devastating LA fires began. If you are able to donate or volunteer to help our fellow Los Angelinos, we list some resources in the beginning of the episode.  This episode is brought to you by Prolon. Visit prolonlife.com/courageous for 15% off their 5 day nutrition program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Division I athlete, Dr. Haley Parker, is a nationally recognized expert in acupuncture and has a passion for educating how this type of Chinese medicine can help with women's health issues and transitions in life including perimenopause. Dr. Haley uses evidence-based techniques to help women manage the many symptoms of perimenopause and menopause and support their hormone health overall. We have a really wonderful conversation on acupuncture, progesterone, hormone cycles, and Perimenopause. Learn more at www.courageouswellness.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lauren O'Connell is an astrologer and intuitive guide based in sunny Santa Monica, CA. Since 2016, she has worked with thousands of clients worldwide, helping them connect to their emotions, navigate life's transitions, and align with cosmic rhythms. Her passion lies in using astrology as a tool for self-care, empowerment, and growth, especially through the magic of the moon. Lauren's heart is most connected to the moon's cycles, which is why she created The Moon Ritual Workbook. This workbook empowers you to build meaningful self-care practices around the moon's energy, allowing you to live more intentionally and flow with the natural rhythm of the universe. Whether you're new to astrology or deeply connected to the stars, her goal is to offer tools, insights, and guidance that are approachable, impactful, and transformative, all with a touch of humor. In addition to her workbook, Lauren offers a variety of 1:1 readings tailored to your unique journey, from birth chart deep-dives to transit guidance and cosmic check-ins, she also has a course on learning to read your own birth chart and a membership focused around the moon cycles. Inside the membership, you also have exclusive access to Lauren, a growing archive of workshops, and free access to the moon events that align with the new and full moon phases, helping you stay in sync with the cosmos and your intentions. Today, Lauren shares ALL the tea on the big changes happening in the sky in 2025, talks all about the moon cycles, and helps us navigate the magic inside each of us with tools on how to support the upcoming astrology.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Erica Stein Guides Us Through Wellness Astrology: What it Is, How to Utilize it, and Reads Aly's AstroWellness Chart!  Wellness Astrology readings are now live!  If you would like to purchase a wellness astrology reading — you can inquire at erica@courageouswellness.net Erica's full offerings are available here: https://linktr.ee/wellnessastrology  Interested in health coaching? Check out www.courageouswellness.net   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Kurtz is the author of the trailblazing book Kicking Sick: Your GO TO GUIDE for Thriving with Chronic Health Conditions, a health and wellness coach, patient advocate, and speaker. She has been a recurrent guest on Good Morning America. Endorsed by Dr. Mark Hyman and Kris Carr, Kicking Sick was listed as Lena Dunham's "top ten desert island picks of all time” in New York Magazine. Amy's lifelong Chronic Health Conditions – from Celiac Disease to major parasite infections to a thyroid condition– led her on an intense journey through doctors' offices, medical clinics, IV labs, specialist offices and assorted spiritual communities. Through these experiences – the trials and the errors, Amy learned the importance of identifying her individual needs and putting a team together to support the whole of her body/mind and spirit. Now, she supports her clients in finding the right system so they can focus on healing instead of having to always focus on care management. We hope you enjoy today's episode!  This episode is brought to you by Cornbread. If you want to give Cornbread a try, they're offering Courageous Wellness listeners 30% off your first order. Just visit cornbreadhemp.com/CWPODCAST and use promo code CWPODCAST at checkout.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Aly and Erica catch up and talk grief during the holidays, vision boards, slowing down, and simple holiday nutrition tips. Get 10 FREE meals at HelloFresh.com/freecwpodcast — Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. That's 10 free HelloFresh meals, just go to HelloFresh.com/freecwpodcast  Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timeline.com/Courageous Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we sit down with DR. NAYAN PATEL, the founder of Auro Wellness. Dr. Patel's extensive background centers on his pioneering research on glutathione and its applications in clinical and everyday health. He's been a featured guest on The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey, and is the author of the book THE GLUTATHIONE REVOLUTION: Fight Disease, Slow Aging & Increase Energy. Dr. Patel's expertise lies in identifying and addressing the widespread deficiency of glutathione, a crucial antioxidant that plays a significant role in maintaining overall health. By understanding and increasing glutathione levels, individuals can potentially prevent a range of chronic diseases and slow down the aging process. Today we have a fascinating and informative conversation on glutathione that will leave you feeling empowered and informed on this “master antioxidant”- enjoy the episode! This episode is brought to you by Birch Living. Right now, Birch is giving 25% off ALL mattresses and 2 free eco-rest pillows at https://birchliving.com/courageous This episode is brought to you by LMNT. Get your free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/CWPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2017, Award-winning Washington Post columnist, Steven Petrow experienced one of the worst years of his life. He lost both his parents, separated from his husband, and learned that his sister had meta-static cancer.  He began to question: how can one find joy during incredibly difficult times?  He discovered that joy is not only around us, but within us.  He examines this and so much more in his book THE JOY YOU MAKE: Find the Silver Linings--Even on Your Darkest Days, released this September.  He explores the many expressions of joy and shows readers how to find, cultivate, and share it. Combining his personal experiences with research and expert interviews, Petrow asks (and answers) the question: “What if there was a way to find the joy in everything?” In today's episode, we discuss how the connection between joy and grief are inseparable, and Steven offers  practical, prescriptive advice to find the joy around us. We think this is a perfect episode and book for any season of life, but especially the upcoming holiday season – and hope you enjoy the episode as much as we did!  As a special offer for Courageous Wellness listeners, you can get 30% off your first order! Just visit cornbreadhemp.com/cwpodcast and use promo code CWPodcast at checkout. Again that's cornbreadhemp.com/cwpodcast and use code CWPodcast for 30% off your first order. Cheers to a healthier happy hour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode, we welcome psychologist and winter expert Kari Leibowitz who is the author of the  new book: ‘HOW TO WINTER: Harness Your Mindset to Thrive on Cold, Dark, or Difficult Days.' Kari uses mindset science to help readers embrace winter as a season to be enjoyed, not endured and in turn, learn powerful lessons that can impact our mental well-being throughout the year.  Inspired by cutting-edge psychological and behavioral science research, HOW TO WINTER provides readers with concrete tools for making winter wonderful wherever you live and harnessing the power of small mindset changes with big impact to help embrace every season of life. In this episode, Kari discusses an overview of what seasonal affective disorder is and isn't - what to look out for, and what to do if you simply have the "winter blues.” She shares how people can embrace the clock change in the fall, take advantage of darkness, and celebrate the beginning of winter. She also shares specific actions people can take to get ready for winter physically and how to refresh your home for winter comfort and joy. We found this conversation really helpful as we enter the darker months and hope you gain as much from the conversation as we did. This episode is brought to you by Birch Living. Right now, Birch is giving 25% off ALL mattresses and 2 free eco-rest pillows at https://birchliving.com/courageous. This episode is brought to you by Cornbread. If you want to give Cornbread a try, they're offering Courageous Wellness listeners 30% off your first order. Just visit cornbreadhemp.com/CWPODCAST and use promo code CWPODCAST at checkout.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show, we have Vanessa Reiser. Vanessa is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), licensed in New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Florida. She is a psychotherapist and the founder of the nonprofit TellaTherapist.org. She is also a long-distance runner and two-time Ironman who is best known for running the state of New York (285 miles in 11 days) in a wedding dress to raise awareness for narcissistic abuse. As a survivor of narcissistic abuse and a psychotherapist in private practice, Vanessa now specializes in narcissistic personality disorder, and her practice focuses on treating victims and survivors of cults, narcissists, domestic violence, and narcissistic abuse. Her insights are both personal and professional, giving her a unique lens into this insidious form of domestic abuse. Vanessa can be found online, sharing life-changing information that is educational and accessible. Her new book, is titled: Narcissistic Abuse: A Therapist's Guide to Identifying, Escaping, and Healing from Toxic and Manipulative People.  Get 10 FREE meals at HelloFresh.com/freecwpodcast — Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. That's 10 free HelloFresh meals, just go to HelloFresh.com/freecwpodcast  Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timeline.com/courageous Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we sit down with  Palak Dave, entrepreneur, speaker, author of the book Beautiful Everydays: A Guide to Living in the Here and Now, and the Founder behind the brand, Embiria. Palak is not your typical wellness guru. She's on a mission to spark a crucial conversation about the importance of reclaiming our lives from digital overload and rediscovering the beauty IRL. Formerly an award-winning marketer with senior-level positions at companies including the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) and Indigo Books and Music Inc., Palak embarked on a new journey in 2017, founding Embiria, a company on mission to inspire people to slow down and savor life, the European way. As part of Embiria, Palak has opened the doors to her global membership community called Embiria Social Club, designed for women to escape the noise of social media and get back to being social. Through Embiria, she inspires a shift away from digital distractions toward cultivating friendships and embracing the beauty of the present moment. With having hosted over 300 curated events, Palak champions intentional living. Today we have a great conversation on fostering meaningful conversations and building authentic adult friendships that transcend surface-level interactions.  Enjoy the episode!  This episode is brought to you by LMNT. Get your free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/CWPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we sit down with Dan Doty.  As a writer, wilderness guide, men's work leader, and somatic meditation teacher, he has helped to instigate and lead a part of the current global men's movement. As the visionary and founder of EVRYMAN, he has led retreats, and had the fortune to give talks around the world on masculinity, fatherhood, and spirituality. Dan has been featured on the Joe Rogan Experience 3 times, and his work has been featured on the Today Show, the NYTimes, Men's Health, and tons of other publications.  Dan helps men find confidence, connection, and step fully into themselves and their vulnerability — and today we have a really profound conversation on his powerful community of men and dad's – and how he is supporting men on their journey to and through fatherhood. This episode is brought to you by Cornbread. If you want to give Cornbread a try, they're offering Courageous Wellness listeners 30% off your first order. Just visit cornbreadhemp.com/CWPODCAST and use promo code CWPODCAST at checkout.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we sit down with JENNIE KETCHAM CROOKS, licensed clinical social worker, anxiety specialist and author of LOOK UP: The 30-Day Path to Digital Minimalism and Real Life Maximalism. The book guides readers through 30 consecutive days of evidence-based interventions for managing our out-of-control digital consumption to improve our meaningful real-world connections and better align our actions with our values. Jennie's expertise gives us actionable ways to adjust our behavioral patterns toward healthier digital habits.  She has appeared on Oprah, The Dr. Drew Show and The View, is the founder of the West Coast Anxiety Clinic, and an OCD specialist.  Prior to becoming a psychotherapist, Jennie published a memoir titled “I am Jennie” through Gallery Books and made her own life changes on a televised VH1 show. She's appeared on numerous talk shows, radio shows, and podcasts, lectured at Harvard, consulted as an in-house “sexpert” for Lovers, and her writing has appeared in Huffington Post and the New York Times. We have an in-depth conversation on her incredible journey, with Jennie offering tangible tips and tools for living a life that feels good offline. This episode is brought to you by Hello Fresh. Get 10 FREE meals at HelloFresh.com/freecwpodcast Applied across 7 boxes, new subscribers only, varies by plan. This episode is brought to you by Cornbread Hemp. Just visit cornbreadhemp.com/CWPODCAST and use promo code CWPodcast at checkout for 30% off your first order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show, we welcome Chloe Harrouche. Chloe is the founder of The Lanby, a concierge primary care practice in NYC. Her goal is to reimagine what it's like to go to the doctor from every touchpoint. At age 23 Chloe was diagnosed with breast cancer and experienced our broken healthcare system. Through her experience, she found no one to coordinate care across specialists, no hospitality, and no emphasis on wellness and nutrition which gave her the drive and mission to create The Lanby, a full replacement for your primary care needs and beyond.  Today we discuss Chloe's own journey with breast cancer, fertility challenges and ultimately creating a comprehensive solution for primary care coordination that can meet the unique needs of each patient. This episode is brought to you by Timeline Nutrition. Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timeline.com/courageous Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we speak to Jennifer Scheinman, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, and Senior Manager of Timeline Nutrition. Jen's master's degree in Integrative and Functional Nutrition, coupled with advanced training in bioenergetics, provides her with a profound understanding of the complex interplay between nutrition, cellular health, and longevity. This specialized education has equipped Jen with a unique skill set, enabling her to delve into the nuances of how dietary and lifestyle factors influence the body's energy production and biological processes of aging. As the Senior Manager of Timeline Nutrition, she plays a pivotal role in educating both healthcare professionals and consumers about the significance of cellular health and Urolithin A in the context of aging and longevity. Timeline Nutrition has offered our audience a discount to save 10% off your first order of Mitopure® The first clinically tested Urolithin A supplement.  Visit timeline.com/Courageous to save 10% This episode is brought to you by LMNT. Get your free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/CWPod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Career coach Megan Hellerer has become known as the “Conscious Career Coach,” working with clients including journalists, lawyers, a Nobel Prize-winning scientist, a Fortune 30 Under 30 tech founder, the editor-in-chief of a major lifestyle magazine, and Democratic Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.   She offers a culmination of over a decade of learning, training, and coaching in her new book, DIRECTIONAL LIVING; A Transformational Guide to Fulfillment in Work and Life, released on September 24th. Hellerer's unique framework comes from her innovative premise that a fulfilling, purpose-filled career, and life are built by cultivating your inner sense of direction, not pursuing a fixed destination.     In DIRECTIONAL LIVING, Hellerer presents a new way of thinking about our lives, one that turns away from the voices telling us what a good life “should” look like, and instead relies on cultivating our own inner navigation. Through Hellerer's revolutionary plan, we can get unstuck in our careers or even transform them, move from misery to meaning, and find the work we are meant to be doing in the world.  This episode is brought to you by Factor. Head to factormeals.com/cwpodcast50 and use code cwpodcast50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month.  This episode is sponsored by Honeylove. Treat yourself to the best bras on the market and save 20% Off at honeylove.com/CWPodcast  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast, Aly speaks with Dr. Morgan Anderson of Dr. Morgan Coaching. Dr. Morgan is a psychologist and attachment theory expert that works to help women do personal healing to attract healthy love and partnerships in their lives. She went from being on a rollercoaster with relationships in her early twenties to then committing to breaking the cycle of drama and heartache. This led her to start therapy, change her own course of studies , and start supporting women and help them to attract securely attached, reciprocal, authentic and emotionally safe, loving relationships.  Today, we break down attachment theory and get to the core of what each type of attachment looks like, and how we can work to transform our attachment patterns. Dr. Morgan gives us great self-reflective tools to examine our own patterns and dynamics that are sometimes easy to repeat. Go check out her wonderful podcast: “Let's Get Vulnerable.” If you'd like to work with Dr. Morgan you can visit: https://drmorgancoaching.com/ This episode is brought to you by Factor. Head to factormeals.com/cwpodcast50 and use code cwpodcast50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast, Aly speaks with Dr. Morgan Anderson of Dr. Morgan Coaching. Dr. Morgan is a psychologist and attachment theory expert that works to help women do personal healing to attract healthy love and partnerships in their lives. She went from being on a rollercoaster with relationships in her early twenties to then committing to breaking the cycle of drama and heartache. This led her to start therapy, change her own course of studies , and start supporting women and help them to attract securely attached, reciprocal, authentic and emotionally safe, loving relationships.  Today, we break down attachment theory and get to the core of what each type of attachment looks like, and how we can work to transform our attachment patterns. Dr. Morgan gives us great self-reflective tools to examine our own patterns and dynamics that are sometimes easy to repeat. Go check out her wonderful podcast: “Let's Get Vulnerable.” If you'd like to work with Dr. Morgan you can visit: https://drmorgancoaching.com/ This episode is brought to you by Factor. Head to factormeals.com/cwpodcast50 and use code cwpodcast50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show, Aly and Erica have a long overdue catchup with a solo episode! The hosts talk about self-like, caring for yourself through difficulties, hanging at the US open, changing the way we support our health through different life stages, and they also tease a new Courageous Wellness offering of astrological health readings with Erica! Interested in making changes to your health routine? Reach out to Aly and Erica to inquire about their health coaching programs. This episode is brought to you by Hungryroot. Hungryroot is offering Courageous Wellness listeners 40% off your first delivery and free veggies for life. Just go to Hungryroot.com/CWPODCAST to get 40% off your first delivery and get your free veggies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we welcome Micaela Hoo, co-founder of Chronically Hacked and My July, to the Courageous Wellness Podcast. Micaela Hoo is a writer, lifestyle entrepreneur, and chronic illness coach living in Los Angeles. She is the co-founder of Chronically Hacked, a world renowned and celebrity endorsed online course about how to navigate the confusing world of chronic illness. Additionally, Micaela and her mother, Dawn, run My July, a clean skincare line that was born out of her chronic illness. She serves as a mentor in the Global Lyme Alliance Peer-to-Peer Mentor Program.  When Micaela was diagnosed with late-stage chronic Lyme disease among other chronic illnesses and found it difficult to find safe products that wouldn't irritate her skin, her mother, Dawn, turned to nature's simple gifts and developed homemade remedies that were effective, gentle, and comforting. This was the conception of My July. This episode is sponsored by Honeylove. Treat yourself to the best bras on the market and save 20% Off at honeylove.com/CWPodcast  Seize the summer in Lands' End. Head to landsend.com and use code CWPOD to get 30% off your summer purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show, Aly speaks with Dr. Tara. Dr. Tara is a tenured professor of relational and sexual communication, and quantitative research at California State University Fullerton, an award-winning researcher, TV Sexpert on ‘Celebs Go Dating,' and the host of Luvbites Podcast that focuses on sexual wellness and sexploration. Her work has been featured in ABC News, Cosmopolitan, Women's Health Magazine, Insider, and other media outlets. She's also on the advisory board for the MŌN app, Couply app, and Superstars app. You may be familiar with Dr. Tara's work from her large social media presence with over 60 million impressions. On the show today we talk all about sexual communication, sexual self-esteem, body neutrality. She gives tips and tools for both singles and couples. We discuss multiple mature and adult topics so highly recommend that listeners of this episode be over 18. Also we do touch on the themes of sexual assault and trauma, and if hearing conversation on those topics is unsupportive of your current wellness journey, please tune back in next week.  We learned so much from having Dr. Tara on the show and we love how she approaches sexual wellness with a deeply researched yet light-hearted and fun point of view. Enjoy the episode. This episode is brought to you by GreenChef. Go to greenchef.com/cwpodcastclass for 50% off your first box + 50 FREE Credits with ClassPass!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we have Dr. Efrat LaMandre, founder of The Knew Method. Dr. E is a Nurse Practitioner with a  Ph.D. in Integrative Medicine and she created The Knew Method to empower patients and help millions of viewers worldwide understand that "YOUR SYMPTOMS ARE NOT IN YOUR HEAD." She explains how conventional medicine often doesn't address the root cause of symptoms. Using functional medicine and The Knew Method, she helps people with varying issues from general “I-don't-feel-good-itis” all the way to autoimmune issues and other chronic illnesses. As a result, she helps people optimize their health, prevent illness, reduce medication usage, and feel great. This episode is sponsored by Lands' End. Seize the summer in Lands' End. Head to landsend.com and use code CWPOD to get 30% off your summer purchase. This episode is sponsored by Hungryroot. Hungryroot is offering Courageous Wellness listeners 40% off your first delivery and free veggies for life. Just go to Hungryroot.com/CWPODCAST to get 40% off your first delivery and get your free veggies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast we have Doug Carlson. Doug is the North American CEO of Good Idea Drinks - the first functional beverage clinically proven to boost metabolism, sustain natural energy, and help to balance blood sugar - with no caffeine or sugar. Today we talk all about metabolic health and how Good Idea came to be, with its roots in years of research at the Univesrity of Lund in Sweden.  Good Idea has a remarkable amino acid blend combined with chromium picolinate, an essential mineral known for its ability to enhance insulin sensitivity. After conducting clinical trials to fine-tune the ratio, the results were impressive - GOOD IDEA drinks were able to reduce blood sugar spikes by an average of 25%, making every meal a little healthier. Doug has a long standing history as a successful entrepreneur and was the co-founder and CEO of Fiji Water. On this episode, he shares about why the work from the Swedish team of Good Idea captured his attention in a major way. Erica and I both share the enthusiasm and passion the team at Good Idea has for helping tackle the metabolic health crisis we have in our country, in a way that feels accessible for people to integrate into their everyday lives. If you'd like to try GOOD IDEA use our code CWPOD for 15% off. You can learn more at www.GoodIdea.US This episode is sponsored by Honeylove. Treat yourself to the best bras on the market and save 20% Off at honeylove.com/CWPOD. Seize the summer in Lands' End. Head to landsend.com and use code CWPOD to get 30% off your summer purchase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show, we have Dr. Morgan Nolte. DR. Nolte is a board-certified clinical specialist in geriatric physical therapy. Recognizing a lack of preventative education and care that focused on reversing risk factors instead of just treating symptoms, Dr. Nolte founded Zivli, an online course and coaching program that helps adults reverse insulin resistance for long-term weight loss and disease prevention.  Dr. Nolte's content has reached millions of people through her podcast and YouTube channel, which now has over 100,000 subscribers. She's been a guest lecturer for local physical therapy departments, State and National Physical Therapy Organizations, and has been a guest addressing insulin resistance on top-rated wellness podcasts including Everyday Wellness with Cynthia Thurlow, The Ultimate Health Podcast, and the Dhru Purohit Show.  On the episode, we discuss insulin resistance, preventative care, making small lifestyle changes that have big effects and also her thoughts around GLP-1 medications. We loved chatting with Morgan and keep an eye out for us on her popular youtube channel and podcast, where we will be sharing our personal health journeys. This episode is sponsored by Babbel. Here's a special, deal for our listeners. Right now, get up to 60% off your Babbel subscription at Babbel.com/courage. Rules and restrictions may apply. This episode is sponsored by Greenchef, the #1 meal kit for eating well. Go to greenchef.com/cwpodcastclass for 50% off your first box + 50 FREE Credits with ClassPass!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the show, we have Stephanie Moyal. Stephanie is a co-founder of Troop Mushroom Gummies company with her cousin Jake Mellman.  They are on a mission to demystify mushrooms and make them approachable. They believe nature, especially mushrooms hold many of the answers that we're looking for. By turning to preventative rather than curative health measures, we as a troop can walk a path to a healthier life. In this episode Stephanie and Aly chat about all things mushrooms: psychedelics, functional and her personal experiences with both.We here at Courageous Wellness are fascinated by the powers of the mycelium kingdom and hope you find Stephanie's expertise and experience as interesting as we do. Enjoy the episode! Go to https://trytroop.com and use code: courageouswellness20 for 20% off! This episode is brought to you by Hungryroot. Go to Hungryroot.com/CWPODCAST, to get 40% off your first delivery and get your free veggies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Tom O'Bryan is a world-renowned Functional Medicine educator. He speaks all around the world at medical conferences in places like Rome, India, Brazil and the U.S.He's the one that other doctors turn to when they need help. He's helping to write medical textbooks to train the next generation of doctors. Recently he has released a new docu-series called “The Inflammation Equation.” In “The Inflammation Equation” Dr. Tom reveals the underlying cause of 14 of the top 15 causes of death in the world.  On our episode today, we discuss why we are so inflamed and how inflammation has been linked to fertility, Alzheimer's and 14 of the 15 top causes of death. We also discuss some small steps we can all take to reduce our toxic load and reduce our inflammation in our bodies. We gained a lot from the conversation with Dr. Tom and hope you do as well. Check out The Inflammation Equation online and watch it for free at https://theinflammationequation.com/french This episode is brought to you by SEED. Trust your gut with Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. Go to Seed.com/CWPOD and use code 25CWPOD to get 25% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, we have Kate Morton, an expert dietitian with a master's in Human Clinical Nutrition. Kate faced her own hormonal challenges after quitting birth control. This personal experience fueled her drive to launch her brand Funk It. Merging her scientific know-how with genuine care, Kate created a brand dedicated to menstrual health. Funk It stands as a trusted resource, offering high-quality, food-based vitamins for hormonal balance. She is on a mission to help women navigate, understand, and embrace our cycles confidently. On today's show, we go beyond nutrition and discuss all aspects of our life that impact the 4 phases of the menstrual cycle. Kate offers practical tips to focus on and why our period gives us many clues into our overall health. We loved chatting with Kate and hope this episode further empowers your own understanding of how you can optimize the four unique phases of the menstrual cycle. This episode is brought to you by SEED. Trust your gut with Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. Go to Seed.com/CWPOD and use code 25CWPOD to get 25% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast, we welcome author, Banning Lyon. Banning was an average 15-year-old living in Dallas, Texas. He enjoyed skateboarding, listening to punk rock, and even had a part-time job. But his life quickly changed after a school guidance counselor believed he was suicidal after giving away his skateboard. Days later he was admitted to a psychiatric hospital, and what he was told would be a two-week stay turned into 353 days that would change his life forever. Coming from Maria Shriver's imprint, The Open Field is Banning's first book, THE CHAIR AND THE VALLEY: A Memoir of Trauma, Healing, and the Outdoors  Banning takes readers through his fraught relationship with his family, the mistreatment he suffered at the hospital, the lawsuit against the owners of the facility, and his desire to make sense of what happened to him. We witness Banning navigate the difficult landscape of trauma and his daily battle to live a normal life. After years of highs and lows that include being adopted by his attorney and mentor, falling in love, grieving the death of his fiancée, and being sued by the same doctors who mistreated him, Banning decides to take control of his life and finds hope in the backcountry of Yosemite National Park, where he discovers new purpose in being a backpacking guide. Through friendship, nature, and eventually giving therapy another chance, Banning summons the courage to keep moving forward. This was a really powerful conversation and is a must-listen — and we hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. This episode is brought to you by Babbel. Right now get up to 60% off your Babbel subscription - but only for our listeners at Babbel.com/COURAGE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we welcome fiction writer, Mary Adkins to the show. Mary is the author of When You Read This, Privilege, and Palm Beach. A native of the American South and a graduate of Duke University and Yale Law School, her writing has appeared in the New York Times and the Atlantic. She also teaches storytelling for The Moth. Mary works as an online writing coach, and helps other authors write through resistance and finish their books by finding a creative process that works for them. In this episode Mary discusses carving out time for creative self-care, her experience after suffering 3 miscarriages in one year and how to write from trauma without re-traumatizing yourself. We appreciate Mary's insight into using creativity as a form of enriching and creating value in daily life. This episode is brought to you by SEED. Trust your gut with Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. Go to Seed.com/CWPOD and use code 25CWPOD to get 25% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we welcome Rachel Garahan to the show. Rachel is a creative director, artist, and innate nurturer. In all of her work, she is drawn to what she calls the "elemental connection": the space where nature and the human spirit overlap. She is also the author of a new pregnancy journal, 9 Months of Wonder. With a spare, modern design and gorgeous illustration, 9 Months of Wonder is designed to help mothers-to-be to document the liminal space between here and there while softening into the season they're in. In these journal pages, she will find a safe place to record and process her experiences, reflect on the ups and downs, move through fears, and honor the metamorphosis taking place in her as she gives birth to the new life of her child and the new parts of herself.  This episode is brought to you by GOOD IDEA. GOOD IDEA is a functional beverage, that lowers blood sugar levels by an average of 25% —  while tasting delicious. Get yours today and use our code CWPOD for 15% off. Learn more at www.GoodIdea.US Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices