Holistic Christian Life - Worshiping God - Mind, Body, Soul

Cynthia thinks that this may be her favorite interview with Dr. Ioana so far. They go deep into beliefs as one of the seven levels of freedom. Dr. Ioana shares about her atheist background in communist Romania and their commonly held belief about Christians. Just because you believe something… it doesn't mean it's so.  She made the decision to believe there is a God, and He let her know right away that it was true. What are you believing right now that is not true but is affecting your day, your life, your happiness… your salvation?   Dr. Ioana is the co-founder of the Team For The Soul TM. Team for The SoulTM  supports passionate leaders, healers, educators and caregivers on their life and soul journey to achieve the highest potential while doing what they love toward the betterment of humanity. Dr. Ioana is not only a physician and life coach, but also an educator, workshop presenter, speaker and program developer. As a life coach Dr. Ioana walks alongside her clients to bring a steadfast hope that change is possible, no matter how difficult. With dedication, skill, professionalism, and warmth, she brings a calm, safe, compassionate and grounded presence, and creates a nurturing relationship in which every person feels heard, seen, understood and can pursue change toward achieving their highest potential in life. www.teamforthesoul.com  

God created our bodies to thrive on certain foods, and scripture tells us what these foods are. We have been given a manual so to speak on how to be good stewards… the problem is, our food supply has been tampered with, and is very different from what it was in the old testament.  Today join Cynthia as she speaks with Maureen Diaz from God's Good Table.  A former homesteader with 9 children, Maureen has great knowledge and resources that we can all use. After watching family struggle with health issues and dealing with her own, Maureen knew there were answers beyond the advice conventional medicine gave.  She set out on a journey to learn and study traditional healing and cooking from every book she could get her hands on and every holistic practitioner she could find. She has been sharing what she has learned with her family, friends, and community for over 30 years!  Maureen has a passion for teaching, cooking, kayaking, showing immense love for all the people who join her at the kitchen table, and being an amazing wife and mother to 9 children.   www.Godsgoodtable.com https://www.​godsgoodtable.com/god-given-​food-polyface-2023  

Cynthia absolutely loved talking with Kari Kapakis about being a mom, and knows that you will enjoy her also.  Taking care of yourself while raising kids is a privilege and a responsibility.  What a gift to be able to be an example of good stewardship for your kids!  But how do you find the time, and what exactly do we mean by self care?  You'll find out today!   Kari Kampakis is an author, speaker, podcaster, and newspaper columnist from Birmingham, Alabama. Her books for teen girls, 10 Ultimate Truths Girls Should Know and Liked: Whose Approval Are You Living For, and her bestselling books for moms, Love Her Well and More Than a Mom, have been used widely across the country for small group studies. Kari's work has been featured on The TODAY Show, TODAY Parents, Focus on the Family, EWTN, Bethany Hamilton's Mother/Daughter ‘Ohana Program, Yahoo! News, Grown & Flown, FaithGateway, Jesus Calling, Your Teen, Mother.ly,  For Every Mom, Love What Matters, Ann Voskamp's blog, The Huffington Post, Thrive Global, and other national outlets. She and her husband, Harry, have four daughters and a dog named Lola. Learn more by visiting www.karikampakis.com or finding Kari on Instagram, Facebook, and the Girl Mom Podcast.  

Today Cynthia wants you to get to know Fr. Ted Paraskevopoulos.  Almost 5 years ago, he realized that he needed to make some big changes in his life for his health, relationships, work, and family.  How did he do this?  Today you'll find out!  This is a good podcast for all of us, but it also may be especially for any younger priests out there who need some ideas on how to be their best while serving God and the Church.  Rev. Fr. Theodore (Ted) Paraskevopoulos B.Th., Ma.Th., D.Min. (ABD) Fr. Ted has been serving in our Archdiocese since 2006 where he was ordained a deacon and served the communities of Saint Nicolas Greek Orthodox Church in Scarborough and Prophet Elias in Mississauga. It was at Prophet Elias that Fr. Ted was ordained a priest, and then was sent to his first community of Saint Demetrius in Winnipeg, Manitoba. After serving for six years in Winnipeg, Fr. Ted returned to Toronto and assumed the leadership of Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, where he continued to serve for the next 8 1/2 years. Fr. Ted has a bachelor of theology from the Patriarchal Toronto Orthodox Theological Academy, his masters of arts in theology from Saint Vladimir Orthodox Theological Seminary in New York and is currently finishing his doctoral thesis under the same institution. Fr. Ted is married to his wife, Joanna, and has three children; twins Katerina , and George, and a younger son Angelo.  

Today Cynthia had the pleasure of meeting Lauren Joyce… another Christian health coach who works with women to make their lives everything God created them for.  How do we become good stewards of our time and our bodies?  Lauren has some excellent tips today that we can all use! Lauren Joyce is a mom to two wonderful young boys, wife to a fabulous husband, Healthy Living & Biblical Mindset Coach, BUT most importantly a Jesus-loving encourager!  Lauren helps Christian moms prioritize their health so they can get to a weight they love, live with more energy and less stress, all while keeping God as the focus on their health journey.  Lauren believes living healthy can be simple and fun and ultimately allow you to deepen your relationship with the Lord and help you create the mom life you love.   https://www.lauren-joyce.com  

Cynthia is so happy to introduce you to Corey Hatfield. Recently she read an article Corey wrote on finding joy in chaos… beauty in suffering… and knew she had to meet her.  Her story is one of inspiration and her advice and knowledge of biblical truth is sound.  We know you are going to enjoy this episode! Corey Hatfield is the mother of five nearly grown children (ages fifteen to twenty-one) and has been married to Arin, her college sweetheart, for almost twenty-four years. Together, they live with their youngest daughter in a small mountain town in southern Colorado alongside their two dogs, two cats, six barn cats, five chickens, one lamb, and an occasionally visiting buck, whom the family has affectionately dubbed "Roy." On their eighty-acre homestead, she finds herself continuously and simultaneously loved and challenged amidst the wildness of nature. In her free time, she enjoys reading memoirs and books on holistic and healthy living and Orthodox theology. She recently finished writing her first book, tentatively entitled "Shattered Wheat: A Memoir of Motherhood, Autism, Trauma, and Beauty" (currently unpublished), and her blog posts can be found at www.coreyreaganhatfield.blog. Much of her writing is fueled by her experiences in nature as well as the joy and chaos that has emerged while raising a violently Autistic son. Corey remains wholeheartedly committed to seeking beauty in brokenness and hopes her writing might help others do the same.

Doctor Ioana is back with Cynthia, and this time they talk about regeneration specifically.  What is it?  Why do we need it?  And, how can we do it?  They go deeper into the spiritual aspect of daily renewal today, and Dr. Ioana shares her own practices with us.   Dr. Ioana is the co-founder of the Team For The Soul TM. Team for The SoulTM  supports passionate leaders, healers, educators and caregivers on their life and soul journey to achieve the highest potential while doing what they love toward the betterment of humanity. Dr. Ioana is not only a physician and life coach, but also an educator, workshop presenter, speaker and program developer. As a life coach Dr. Ioana walks alongside her clients to bring a steadfast hope that change is possible, no matter how difficult. With dedication, skill, professionalism, and warmth, she brings a calm, safe, compassionate and grounded presence, and creates a nurturing relationship in which every person feels heard, seen, understood and can pursue change toward achieving their highest potential in life. www.teamforthesoul.com

Cynthia brings back Michael Haldas to talk about self care and stewardship.  Would you go so far as to say that neglecting the body is a sin?  What does neglect look like?  Today Cynthia and Michael explore the holistic nature of how God created us.  Michael Haldas is an author, a religious educator, and a speaker. He wrote the book Sacramental Living: Understanding Christianity as a Way of Life and Echoes of Truth: Christianity in the Lord of the Rings, which is available in both an illustrated version and a text only version; and a contributor to the anthology Amid Weeping There is Joy: Orthodox Perspectives on Tolkien's Fantastic Realm. Michael also has a long running podcast series with Ancient Faith Radio that is called Sacramental Living. Through the Orthodox Christian Network, Michael does weekly Live Adult Education classes and reflections. He teaches adult religious education at the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George in Bethesda, Maryland, and has done Zoom classes for the St. Nicholas OCA Cathedral in Washington DC. He has also worked with the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese Religious Education Department to create educational lessons and materials. Michael also writes poetry and his poems have been included in Tales of Chivalry: A Medieval Anthology, Maryland Bards 2022 and 2023 and Bard Against Hunger Anthologies, Sweet Melancholy of Autumn and From Darkness to Light chapbooks, and the Fellowship & Fairydust website.   

Cynthia enjoys another conversation with a fellow flyfishing guest, but we promise that they didn't talk about fishing this time!  Social media is the topic today with Fr. Paul Jannakos.  Why do we as Orthodox Christians need to guard ourselves and put boundaries in place when it comes to the internet in general?  Is there a place for social media in our lives?  As Fr. Paul says, “...from an Orthodox standpoint, we cannot help but to recognize how dangerously demeaning and dehumanizing our “internet use” has grown.  We hope you enjoy this frank discussion and the tips that are shared.  Fr. Paul Jannakos was born in E. St. Louis Ill. In September of 1976 he began his studies as a pre-theological student at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary in NY, also taking courses at Concordia College/NY in Bronxville. In 1980 he graduated from Concordia College with a B.A. in Music. He graduated in 1983 with a M. Div. degree from St. Vladimir's and was married to Michelle (Julylia) Jannakos in Cleveland Ohio, the year before, in 1982. Fr. Paul was ordained to the holy priesthood on March 3rd, 1985 by Bishop Boris in Chicago at Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral. He is currently the Rector of St. Luke Orthodox Church in Palos Hills and the Chancellor of the Chicago diocese of the OCA. Fr. Paul is also a licensed Psychotherapist with Ethos Counseling in Oak Brook IL. He loves to compose music, garden, and fly-fish.  

Join Cynthia today as she interviews one of her favorite doctors, Dr. Jill Carnahan.  A sister in Christ, Dr. Jill combines her medical education, clinical experience, personal experience, and her faith for a powerful combination of healing and hope for the glory of God.  She has been one of Cynthia's “go to” doctors when researching certain lifestyle protocols to make sure she isn't missing anything when working with clients.  We are so blessed that she has come on our podcast today.  We think you will feel blessed by her closing remarks on what she wants everyone to know!   Dr. Ioana Popa from Team For Soul® is reopening the enrollment doors to the The Renewal In Action Program and Group Life Coaching Community for Christians. If you are interested in learning how to effectively regenerate body, mind, heart and soul, sustain your prayerful daily rhythm, so that you can continue to serve others in Christ with joy, energy, patience and peace of mind, no matter how busy you are and without the fear of burning out, you can sign-up to be on the Priority List to hear details. https://www.teamforthesoul.com/renewal-in-action-waitlist/ DR. JILL - SHORT BIO: Dr. Jill Carnahan is Your Functional Medicine Expert® dually board certified in Family Medicine for 10 years and in Integrative Holistic Medicine since 2015. She is the Medical Director of Flatiron Functional Medicine, a widely sought-after practice with a broad range of clinical services including functional medical protocols, nutritional consultations, chiropractic therapy, naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, and massage therapy. As a survivor of breast cancer, Crohn's disease, and toxic mold illness she brings a unique perspective to treating patients in the midst of complex and chronic illness. Her clinic specializes in searching for the underlying triggers that contribute to illness through cutting-edge lab testing and tailoring the intervention to specific needs. Featured in Shape Magazine, Parade, Forbes, MindBodyGreen, First for Women, Townsend Newsletter, and The Huffington Post as well as seen on NBC News and Health segments with Joan Lunden, Dr. Jill is a media must-have. Her YouTube channel and podcast features live interviews with the healthcare world's most respected names. She also co-authored the Personalized and Precision Integrative Cardiovascular Medicine Textbook. Make sure you grab her new book:  Unexpected: Finding Resilience through Functional Medicine, Science, and Faith  https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637630956?psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&ref_=chk_typ_imgToDp  

Join Cynthia and Chris Kornaros as they discuss Chris's book and their own experiences with silence.  As the world with it's technology and noise persists in pulling us away from stillness, we need to remember Psalm 46.  God is our refuge and strength - He dwells in His city, does marvelous things, and says, be still and know that I am God.  Why do we need to be still?   Dr. Ioana Popa from Team For Soul® is reopening the enrollment doors to the The Renewal In Action Program and Group Life Coaching Community for Christians. If you are interested in learning how to effectively regenerate body, mind, heart and soul, sustain your prayerful daily rhythm, so that you can continue to serve others in Christ with joy, energy, patience and peace of mind, no matter how busy you are and without the fear of burning out, you can sign-up to be on the Priority List to hear details. https://www.teamforthesoul.com/renewal-in-action-waitlist/ Chris is an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and is always looking for the next project he can dive into. He has spent 25 years as a business owner before venturing out into the world of writing, recently releasing his first book Silence:The Art of Stillness.  https://www.amazon.com/dp/1955546266 He has spent years learning to hear God's voice, lean into His presence, and find his true place of peace in silence and stillness. His history is full of rich testimonies of God's hand intervening in the lives of his family. Chris desires to lead people into deeper relationship with God by providing tools to facilitate a deeper connection, sharing how God speaks to them, and enriching their time in silence and stillness. The legacy left to him is the same he wants to pass onto his children, a rich history of friendship with God.  Chris has been involved in various aspects of church life for over 20 years, leading ministries involved with children, youth, worship, and small groups.    He was born and raised in a passionate, God-fearing Big Fat Greek Family, in the Bay Area in Northern California. He has lived in Washington State, Texas, and has now made Charleston, South Carolina his home with his wife Katie and two children.   To find out more about Chris visit him at www.chriskornaros.com 

Cynthia had so much fun talking with Robin in the past that she asked her to come back on.  Truly… this is not an infomercial for hiring a coach… but we may be a little partial! We share what we've learned from our clients when it comes to an all or nothing approach to working with us and how it translates to those who are trying to reach their goals by themselves.  Perfectionism is always the enemy!  Only One is perfect, and grace is crucial.   Dr. Ioana Popa from Team For Soul® is reopening the enrollment doors to the The Renewal In Action Program and Group Life Coaching Community for Christians. If you are interested in learning how to effectively regenerate body, mind, heart and soul, sustain your prayerful daily rhythm, so that you can continue to serve others in Christ with joy, energy, patience and peace of mind, no matter how busy you are and without the fear of burning out, you can sign-up to be on the Priority List to hear details. https://www.teamforthesoul.com/renewal-in-action-waitlist/ Robin Rhine McDonald is a Faith-Based Holistic Health Coach, proud mom, and wife with a passion for supporting and empowering Jesus-loving women to gain true health while losing weight through her sustainable, grace-based process. She loves to help women ditch chronic dieting and disease for holistic health and wellness. She mixes her seminary background with her study of integrative nutrition to help women develop the energy and vitality to live out their unique God-given calling.  madewellhealth.com/sugarfast  

Today Cynthia talks to Doctor Ioana about the Daily Renewal Blueprint which is part of her Growing in Christ program.  We need to be intentional each day to bring Him into our lives… moment by moment… but especially starting in the morning to set the stage for a day that is  attuned to His will. Once we get in the habit of this practice, we will grow deeper in our faith, and live a life that is much more fulfilling and peaceful.  Dr. Ioana shows us how. This podcast is brought to you by Team for the Soul!  Their newest online program, Growing in Christ, was specifically designed for you to learn to live in this world, but not of this world, and continue to serve others in Christ with joy, energy, patience and peace of mind. Dr. Popa wants to extend to this community a 2 week trial!  Join me by going to https://www.teamforthesoul.com/a/2147527368/tks35oM4 Dr. Ioana is the co-founder of the Team For The Soul TM. Team for The SoulTM  supports passionate leaders, healers, educators and caregivers on their life and soul journey to achieve the highest potential while doing what they love toward the betterment of humanity. Dr. Ioana is not only a physician and life coach, but also an educator, workshop presenter, speaker and program developer. As a life coach Dr. Ioana walks alongside her clients to bring a steadfast hope that change is possible, no matter how difficult. With dedication, skill, professionalism, and warmth, she brings a calm, safe, compassionate and grounded presence, and creates a nurturing relationship in which every person feels heard, seen, understood and can pursue change toward achieving their highest potential in life. www.teamforthesoul.com Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call  

Join Cynthia today as she chats with Dietitian Lacy Ngo about how nutrition has changed her life.  It can change yours also!  Seasonal allergies?  Acne?  Weight gain?  Issues with your mood and focus?  God gave us everything we need.  His medicine comes in the form of eating… what could be better than that? This podcast is brought to you by Team for the Soul!  Their newest online program, Growing in Christ, was specifically designed for you to learn to live in this world, but not of this world, and continue to serve others in Christ with joy, energy, patience and peace of mind. Dr. Popa wants to extend to this community a 2 week trial!  Join me by going to https://www.teamforthesoul.com/a/2147527368/tks35oM4 Lacy Ngo, MS, RDN is a Nationally Recognized Christian Dietitian with a Master's degree in Human Nutrition. She is also the author of several books including 18 weeks to a Healthier, Happier, More Purposeful Life. She has been featured and quoted in many media outlets including Parade, The Healthy, Fitbit.com, Byrdie, CN2, FOX 24, Eat This, Not That, VeryWellFIt, and more.  Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call  

We lost internet for a couple minutes.  Cut at 23:43 with me saying “...treading water…” and come back in at 25:17 with Fr. Peter saying “...so I'll just say that I think…”   Join Cynthia today for another delightful Meet a Parish Priest segment.  Cynthia speaks with Fr. Peter Jon Gillquist from All Saints Antiochian Orthodox parish in Bloomington Indiana.  As we learn more about his life, we also get insight into how we can hear God and see Him working in our lives.  This podcast is brought to you by Team for the Soul!  Their newest online program, Growing in Christ, was specifically designed for you to learn to live in this world, but not of this world, and continue to serve others in Christ with joy, energy, patience and peace of mind. Dr. Popa wants to extend to this community a 2 week trial!  Join me by going to https://www.teamforthesoul.com/a/2147527368/tks35oM4 Fr Peter Jon has served as senior pastor at All Saints Orthodox Church in Bloomington Indiana since 2006.  Born in Tennessee and raised in California, Fr Peter Jon moved to Alaska after high school, where he spent 6 years working, fishing, praying, reading, writing, singing and learning about life in general. In 1999 he moved to Pennsylvania, where he received a bachelor's degree in Philosophy and Biblical Studies from Geneva College.  During this time he met his future wife, Kristina. A year into their marriage, they moved to New York where Fr Peter Jon received a Masters of Divinity degree from St Vladimir Theological Seminary.  Fr Peter Jon was ordained to the holy diaconate in August 2005 and then to the holy priesthood on February 2, 2006 – the feast of the Presentation of Christ in the Temple. Later that year, Fr Peter Jon was assigned to All Saints in Bloomington, where he and Khouria Kristina raise their six children Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call  

Cynthia brings on one of her favorite people again to talk about a new program.  Feeding Recovery Network Meetings are a new offering by Christina Veselak from Eating Protein Saves Lives.  You can do your own 7 day challenge and/or pop into group Zoom meetings that will help you curb cravings and kick addictions to the curb.  All while doing something we all love….eating!  Her resources to support the journey are comprehensive, and it's all free of charge!  If you love this, make sure you donate to help keep the vision alive and growing throughout the world.   This podcast is brought to you by Team for the Soul!  Their newest online program, Growing in Christ, was specifically designed for you to learn to live in this world, but not of this world, and continue to serve others in Christ with joy, energy, patience and peace of mind. Dr. Popa wants to extend to this community a 2 week trial!  Join me by going to https://www.teamforthesoul.com/a/2147527368/tks35oM4 Also, My Beautiful Lent has started!!!!  Sign up at www.mybeautifullent.com  Christina T. Veselak is the founder and director of the Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition. She has been a licensed psychotherapist for over 30 years, and currently provides online Relapse Prevention Coaching and Mental Health Nutrition to a wide variety of clients. She is an experienced public speaker and has presented at conferences and trainings around the country. Christina is also a founding member and former Executive Director of the Alliance for Addiction Solutions, a non-profit organization that promotes the use of nutritional and other natural modalities to support the repair of the addicted brain.Christina is committed to staying abreast of the rapidly growing science of orthomolecular psychiatry and functional nutrition & biochemistry for mental health and is passionate about sharing her knowledge with both the general public and professionals in the fields of addiction recovery & mental health treatment. https://eatingproteinsaveslives.org Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call  

Today Cynthia is excited to introduce you to a Registered Nurse who became a Health Coach and now specializes in metabolism and women's hormones.  They talk about the mechanics of how stress affects weight loss.  But what is stress?  Is it just a buzzword that means you are overwhelmed?  No!  Find out today why this component of health should not be brushed under the carpet.   For Katrina's free resource, go to www.healthyfreelife.com/cynthia This podcast is brought to you by Team for the Soul!  Their newest online program, Growing in Christ, was specifically designed for you to learn to live in this world, but not of this world, and continue to serve others in Christ with joy, energy, patience and peace of mind. Dr. Popa wants to extend to this community a 2 week trial!  Join me by going to https://www.teamforthesoul.com/a/2147527368/tks35oM4 Also, My Beautiful Lent has started!!!!  Sign up at www.mybeautifullent.com  Katrina Sequenzia is the founder of Healthy Free Life and is on a mission to help Christians ditch disease, lose weight, gain energy, and find food freedom by teaching them to create a sustainably healthy lifestyle in God's way. As a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and Registered Nurse, along with experience from her own personal health transformation journey (former diseased, exhausted, sugar-addicted, yo-yo dieter), she has coached thousands of others, helping them to transform their life and health so that they can live abundantly and fulfill their God-given purpose.  www.healthyfreelife.com Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call  

Join Cynthia and Michelle today for an inspiring chat on living a generous life.  It's a sit down and grab a cup of tea kind of chat that will leave you with some things to think about…and maybe even journal about!   This podcast is brought to you by Team for the Soul!  Their newest online program, Growing in Christ, was specifically designed for you to learn to live in this world, but not of this world, and continue to serve others in Christ with joy, energy, patience and peace of mind. Dr. Popa wants to extend to this community a 2 week trial!  Join me by going to https://www.teamforthesoul.com/a/2147527368/tks35oM4 Also, My Beautiful Lent has started!!!!  Sign up at www.mybeautifullent.com  Michelle Leichty is a Midwesterner, having grown up in Illinois, attended college in Missouri, and met her husband in Iowa. She started her career in the TV news room, transitioned to making videos for Campus Crusade for Christ in Florida, then homeschooled her four children for 12 years before returning to a career in communication. She's recently completed her certification as a Working Genius facilitator. Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call  

Cynthia brings Ashley Belanger on today to talk about her experience with Lyme, knowing that this topic could very well help many others who experience “unexplained symptoms.”  After recently finding out she has Lyme and Bartonella, a whole new world has opened up about the disparate symptoms going on for years that she had no idea were related. How do you get to root causes?  What are some common diagnoses out there where bacterial and viral infections should be tested for… if only to be ruled out as root cause?  (Think MS, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, Parkinsons, Rheumatoid Arthritis) We answer these questions today! This podcast is brought to you by Team for the Soul!  Their newest online program, Growing in Christ, was specifically designed for you to learn to live in this world, but not of this world, and continue to serve others in Christ with joy, energy, patience and peace of mind. Dr. Popa wants to extend to this community a 2 week trial!  Join me by going to https://www.teamforthesoul.com/a/2147527368/tks35oM4 Don't forget to run over to www.mybeautifullent.com to learn more and get signed up.  Growing in Christ and My Beautiful Lent… what could be better than doing them together? Ashley Belanger's health journey led her to leave teaching to become a certified Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (FNTP). As a root cause practitioner, she likes to look deeper at what could be causing symptoms or what caused a diagnosis. A diagnosis is a label. It does not tell you all the factors that caused you to get sick. She is passionate about helping others take control of their health and learning to advocate for themselves.  During 6 years of teaching, she became very ill.  It started as lingering symptoms that doctors were unable to explain, telling her it was only stress or that it was in her head. At one point, she didn't know her own name or birth date.  It took 6 years of actively seeking answers to get a diagnosis of Lyme disease and many other coinfections. During that time of seeking answers, she began to look at her toxin burden load & how that impacted her body. She later had two different Lyme Literate Doctors tell her that doing so kept her from being completely bedridden and in a wheelchair. Read more about her Lyme journey here. Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call  

Try not to be sidetracked by all of the flyfishing references today!  Cynthia and Fr. Evan have fun talking about their shared interests, but also go deep on how our personal spiritual health is instrumental to the health of our parish.  In his new book, Father Evan has a gem that can be used personally, in small groups, and also as a whole parish.  This podcast may make you reconsider your role at church! This podcast is brought to you by Team for the Soul!  Their newest online program, Growing in Christ, was specifically designed for you to learn to live in this world, but not of this world, and continue to serve others in Christ with joy, energy, patience and peace of mind. Dr. Popa wants to extend to this community a 2 week trial!  Join me by going to https://www.teamforthesoul.com/a/2147527368/tks35oM4 It's a great combo…  Growing in Christ and My Beautiful Lent!  Sign up at www.mybeautifullent.com Father Evan received his Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy from Boston College with an emphasis in business management and Christian apologetics in 1991. He earned his Master of Divinity from Holy Cross in 2002 and served as an assistant priest for five years at Saint Catherine Greek Orthodox Church in Greenwood Village before being assigned as St. Spyridon's first full-time priest in August of 2007. Father Evan currently serves the parish of Saint Spyridon which began humbly, in its first year only six families called St. Spyridon home. Today it is a vibrant and growing parish of several hundred.  Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call  

Lori Ann Wood - Divine Detour Today Cynthia helps you kick off American Heart Month with a story of how illness can strengthen your faith and the warning signs you need to know that may be signaling heart disease.  Lori Ann Wood's life took a detour she never expected which has led to her upcoming book that will help many! This podcast is brought to you by Team for the Soul!  Their newest online program, Growing in Christ, was specifically designed for you to learn to live in this world, but not of this world, and continue to serve others in Christ with joy, energy, patience and peace of mind. Dr. Popa wants to extend to this community a 2 week trial!  Join me by going to https://www.teamforthesoul.com/a/2147527368/tks35oM4 Have you also checked out My Beautiful Lent?  Now in it's 8th year…it's something that many people look forward to.  Just go to www.mybeautifullent.com to find out more! Lori Ann Wood lives in an empty nest in beautiful Bentonville, Arkansas, with her husband and miniature dachshund, Pearl. Having discovered a serious heart condition almost too late, Lori Ann writes to encourage others to embrace deep faith questions along the detours of life.  She has been awarded the Frederick Buechner Narrative Essay Award, and awards from the Evangelical Press Association as well as from Colorado Christian Writers. Her work has been published in several anthologies and numerous print and online venues, including The New York Times, The Christian Century Magazine, The Joyful Life Magazine, Just Between Us Magazine, Bella Grace Magazine, Truly Magazine, Pepperdine University Press, Sweet to the Soul FAITH Magazine, and yahoo.com.  Lori Ann's first book releases February 21, 2023, with CrossRiver Media, Divine Detour: The Path You'd Never Choose Can Lead to the Faith You've Always Wanted, available at https://loriannwood.com/books/. Connect with her on her website, on Instagram or on Facebook. Living with a chronic, invisible illness and struggling with deep faith questions, Lori Ann knows that sometimes we want to give God the silent treatment. If you are on a detour, and find it difficult to communicate with God, get her free gift, 5 Prayers & Promises When You Can't Talk to God at https://loriannwood.com/hope/. Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Cynthia talks with Fr. John Vlahos today about how we, as living icons, should be relating to others.  What does this look like?  In a world full of judgement and friction, we can be vessels of love...spreading the love and grace of God to others put in our path.  Let us as Christians be the example.  Today we talk about how. To enroll in the Effortless Will in Action Course, use WILL50OFF for 50% off! https://www.teamforthesoul.com/offers/sU6dRWQC/checkout Fr. John was born and raised in Merrillville, Indiana. He received a Bachelor's Degree in Public Financial Management from Indiana University in 1997 and his Masters of Divinity Degree in 2001 from Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Brookline, Massachusetts. Fr. John is married to Presvytera Tina and they have two daughters (19 years old and 12 years old). Fr. John comes to us with over 19 years of experience as a clergymen of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese. He joined the St. Paraskevi Community in Greenlawn, NY in October 2020. Prior to joining there, Fr. John was the Dean of the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in NYC from 2014 to 2020. Previous to that, he was the priest of the Church of the Holy Resurrection in Brookville, New York from 2008-2014 and the Associate Priest of St. Paul's Cathedral in Hempstead, New York from 2006-2008. He began his ordained ministry as a Deacon to Archbishop Demetrios of America from 2002-2006. Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Join Cynthia as she promotes Nurse Practitioner Susan Julian to the title of Doctor.  (Embarrassing)  Once that was cleared up, their conversation about autoimmunity and its connection with the gut and hormones is very informative.  How are all of these linked?  Why is autoimmunity becoming more common?  They also talk a bit about estrogen and birth control and the connection to autoimmunity…and…forgiveness! To enroll in the Effortless Will in Action Course, use WILL50OFF for 50% off! https://www.teamforthesoul.com/offers/sU6dRWQC/checkout Susan Julian worked as an RN since 1986 and in a variety of emergency departments and home care settings. She received her master's degree in nursing from Indiana University in 2004 as a family nurse practitioner and worked in a traditional family practice setting for a hospital system until 2017.  In 2008 she was attending a nurse practitioner conference when she heard about female hormone imbalance symptoms, testing, and treatment with compounded “bio-identical” hormones and the science behind it. She thought “oh my gosh…this describes a large number of females that I see.” They come seeking a solution for their anxiety, weight gain, depression, insomnia, etc. and I give them a pill which doesn't make them better. It was a real “aha!” moment and a huge revelation from God that started her journey toward Integrative Medicine and then Functional Medicine.  Since then, her patients' lives have been changing in ways they never did before.  At the end of 2016, God opened doors that led her to fulfill a long-time dream of owning her own clinic and Julian Healthcare was born.  Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call  

Join Cynthia today as she welcomes Fr. Nicholas Louh to the podcast.  They discuss how to discover your purpose, understand your mindset, look closely at your thoughts, and the importance of routines.  Sound familiar?  Father Nicholas is a man after our own heart here at Holistic Christian Life.  Together with his wife Dr. Roxanne, they wrote Renewing You, which is an excellent resource for going even deeper into these topics. To sign up for the Effortless Will in Action course with 50% off, use discount code WILL50OFF https://www.teamforthesoul.com/offers/sU6dRWQC/checkout The Rev. Dr. Nicholas G. Louh was born in Jacksonville, Florida, where he was raised as a member of St. John the Divine Greek Orthodox Church, the same church he has served as a senior pastor since 2007. He shares daily inspirational messages on sports radio and television and is a member of “The God Squad,” a local public radio program featuring members of the clergy of other faiths for discussions of ethical and moral issues. His daily inspirational messages on social media have attracted thousands of followers from all over the world. He is Chaplain of the Jacksonville Sharks of the Arena Football League and an Adjunct Professor of World Religions at Florida State College of Jacksonville. Fr. Nicholas and his wife, Dr. Roxanne Louh, have two children, George and Gabriella.

Cynthia is delighted to introduce you to two new friends.  Both Christian health coaches, Aimee and Naomi are knowledgeable about all things toxin related.  We know you will find their stories empowering, learn things you never knew before, and come away with a sense of purpose when it comes to taking control of the future of yourself, your family, and generations to come.   To enroll in the Effortless Will in Action Course, use WILL50OFF for 50% off! https://www.teamforthesoul.com/offers/sU6dRWQC/checkout   Aimee Carlson:  Aimee Carlson is a best-selling author, podcast host of The Toxin Terminator and certified Toxicity and Detox Specialist helping women to restore and renew their health by removing hidden toxins from their homes and their lives. Naomi Damask: Naomi Damask is a certified holistic health coach and entrepreneur in the epigenetics, bio-hacking and nutrigenomics field passionately helping women learn that to be healthy, it is more than a diet and exercise. A preventative lifestyle is the best "diet" out there! Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call Transformingwomenshealth.com

Cynthia and Father Joshua Makoul talk about healing from trauma, both past and present as they delve into his new book Healing Your Wounded Soul: Growing from Pain to Peace.  What are the tools we can use?  How can we help others?  If you are struggling right now or know someone who is, this interview could be very helpful. To enroll in the Effortless Will in Action Course, use WILL50OFF for 50% off! https://www.teamforthesoul.com/offers/sU6dRWQC/checkout Fr. Joshua Makoul has been serving as the Dean of St. George Cathedral in Pittsburgh since 2012. Before that time, Fr. Joshua worked in the Counseling Field for 16 years. This involved work in a family-based, school-based, and an outpatient setting. Fr. Joshua received two years of training in family therapy at the Philadelphia Child Guidance Center and completed a one year certificate course in Cognitive Behavior Therapy at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. During his last six years working in a small outpatient group, he was supervised by Dr. Jesus Salas who supervises at the Beck Institute in Philadelphia. Fr. Joshua received his Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology from Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia and his Bachelors in Psychology from Moravian College in Bethlehem, PA. He is licensed in the state of Pennsylvania for counseling. For seminary he attended Holy Cross Seminary in Boston and received an M.Div. He is the author of Healing Your Wounded Soul: Growing From Pain to Peace, https://store.ancientfaith.com/healing-your-wounded-soul-growing-from-pain-to-peace/ and blogs at A Healing Driven Life https://blogs.ancientfaith.com/ahealingdrivenlife/ for Ancient Faith Ministries. Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Another top episode in the countdown! Cynthia was blessed to sit down with Mother Macrina from The Dormition of the Mother of God Monastery to chat about that hole we sometimes feel in our souls.  It is closely related to anxiety which many of us experience…but what is the cause?  Cynthia specializes in the physical, but Mother Macrina specializes in the spiritual!  Mother Macrina is a professed nun with 23 years of monastic experience. She holds a B.S. degree from St. Cloud University in Minnesota. She taught school for five years, and was a Realtor for 18 years. As a member of St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church in Minneapolis, MN she served on the Board of Trustees, the Philoptohos, the choir, was youth director for 5 years, and a mission team member in `988 to Kenya. She joined the Dormition Monastery in 1996 and has been a community member ever since. Her main obedience is to mount icons for the gift shop. Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Another top episode in the countdown! Cynthia was blessed to sit down with Mother Macrina from The Dormition of the Mother of God Monastery to chat about that hole we sometimes feel in our souls.  It is closely related to anxiety which many of us experience…but what is the cause?  Cynthia specializes in the physical, but Mother Macrina specializes in the spiritual!  Mother Macrina is a professed nun with 23 years of monastic experience. She holds a B.S. degree from St. Cloud University in Minnesota. She taught school for five years, and was a Realtor for 18 years. As a member of St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church in Minneapolis, MN she served on the Board of Trustees, the Philoptohos, the choir, was youth director for 5 years, and a mission team member in `988 to Kenya. She joined the Dormition Monastery in 1996 and has been a community member ever since. Her main obedience is to mount icons for the gift shop. Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

This can be an eye opening interview for everyone.  If you suffer from anxiety, panic attacks, depression, fatigue, inability to forgive, worry, over thinking, perfectionism, shame, ADD, irritability…or any other symptom not listed here…you will be inspired. The remedy is easy, cheap, and involves eating good food! Christina T. Veselak is the founder and director of the Academy for Addiction and Mental Health Nutrition. She has been a licensed psychotherapist for over 30 years, and currently provides online Relapse Prevention Coaching and Mental Health Nutrition to a wide variety of clients. Christina consults for supplement companies as well as IV detox programs and residential addiction treatment, helping them integrate this life-saving nutritional approach into their programs. She is an experienced public speaker and has presented at conferences and trainings around the country. Christina is also a founding member and former Executive Director of the Alliance for Addiction Solutions, a non-profit organization that promotes the use of nutritional and other natural modalities to support the repair of the addicted brain. Christina is committed to staying abreast of the rapidly growing science of orthomolecular psychiatry and functional nutrition & biochemistry for mental health and is passionate about sharing her knowledge with both the general public and professionals in the fields of addiction recovery & mental health treatment."

Cynthia presents the first episode in her “Best of” countdown today with BARBARA PAPPAS! Barbara joins Cynthia today to talk about our calling. There are two...secular and spiritual. How do we meld the two, and why is this important? Today, you will get and idea of how constructing our life around our spiritual purpose is the key to contentment. Barbara Pappas has a Bachelor of Arts from DePaul University, Chicago, Illinois, with a concentration in early Church Fathers.  She also holds a Master of Arts in Applied Orthodox Theology from the University of Balamand, in association with the St. John of Damascus Institute of Theology & the Antiochian House of Studies in North America.   She is the author of three books:   Are You Saved?: the Orthodox Christian Process of Salvation,  Now in its sixth edition & 10 languages, with two more in process.  First & Second Corinthians:  a study of Paul's Letters.   A verse-by-verse commentary based on writings of St. John Chrysostom & other Fathers of the Church. Includes “Food For Thought” questions & comments.  God's Bubbly, Gurgly, Overwhelming, Overflowing Love.  A look at salvation through Christ for children of all ages. Includes a section on “Questions from Kids,” with help for those who answer them.   Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Today Cynthia speaks with Kevin Scherer about his book Truly Human.  What is the difference between normal and ordinary… and how does this shape our mindset when it comes to healing from the most difficult times in our lives?  Kevin has touched the lives of many with his candid account of his darkest time and the lessons he learned. We're sure you will be as touched and inspired by this insightful interview as we were. Kevin Scherer is a writer and speaker with 20 years of pastoral counseling experience. As a former evangelical pastor and Eastern Orthodox priest, he has pastored in seven churches and served as the executive director of two nationwide Christian ministries. He also served as a chaplain at Ground Zero following the events of 9/11 as well as the Virginia Tech and Northern Illinois University shootings. Based on these personal experiences, two degrees in theology, and his own personal challenges, Kevin has developed an intuition for coming alongside people in the most difficult and confusing moments of their lives. He is remarried, the father of five girls, and currently lives in Northwest Arkansas. Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Do you wish you had a stronger prayer life?  Cynthia speaks to Fr. Alexander Goussetis about his book Practicing Prayer… which is really a workbook!  Prayer is an adventure and a journey, not to mention a privilege.  Fr. Alexander takes us through a few tips to intentionally incorporate it into our lives in a way that is conducive to our Christian growth. Rev. Alexander Goussetis serves as Director of the Center for Family Care of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese. He is a graduate of Drexel University (B.S. in Accounting), Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology (M.Div.), and Andover-Newton Theological School (D.Min. in Psychology and Pastoral Counseling). Prior to his appointment to the Center for Family Care, Fr. Alexander served more than twenty-five years as a parish priest, taught World Religion classes at the university level, and authored five books on Orthodox life and faith. His newest book is titled Practicing Prayer: A Daily Workbook, published by Ancient Faith. His pastoral emphasis is making the Orthodox faith relevant for families in their everyday lives and encouraging participation in all facets of our Holy Tradition. He is the host of Family Matters, a podcast on Ancient Faith Radio. Fr Alexander is married to Presbytera Lisa, and they have three children – Julia, Nicholas, and Sophia. And the new book:  Crowns of Glory and Honor https://www.amazon.com/Crowns-Glory-Honor-Growing-Together/dp/B0B4K1BY3F/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3AFYH02HER7T2&keywords=crowns+of+glory+%26+honor+growing+together+in+christ&qid=1668714133&sprefix=crowns+of+glory+and+honor%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-1 Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Welcome to our new offering on Holistic Christian Life called Meet a Parish Priest.  Today Cynthia kicks it off with Fr. Andrew Kishler from All Saints Antiochian Orthodox Church in Chicago.  They talk about his background and decision to become a priest, how to hear God's voice in a noisy world, and end as Fr. Andrew describes how he makes sure that he is the best that he can be for his parish and his family.  We hope you love this new offering!  Do you have a priest you think we should all meet?  Just email Cynthia at cynthia@holisticchristianlife.com with his name and the best way to reach him! Fr. Andrew, Kishler was appointed by His Eminence Metropolitan Joseph in July 2020. Fr. Andrew has a B.A. in Bible and Theology from Malone College (now University) in Canton, Ohio, and a Master of Divinity from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Illinois. While studying at Trinity as a Protestant seminarian, Fr. Andrew began questioning the doctrines of the Reformation and started attending All Saints, where he was eventually received into the Orthodox Church by Fr. Patrick Reardon in the fall of 2000. After converting to Orthodoxy, Fr. Andrew also earned a certificate in youth ministry from the Antiochian House of Studies and spent two semesters at St. Tikhon's Orthodox Theological School.  He currently teaches through the St. Athanasius Academy. He and his wife Khouria Patricia have six children. Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Cynthia tackles the perfect workout today with Monica Norcross.  Monica was looking for 5 things in an exercise program that she could not find… so with her over 12 years of background in the fitness industry, she created her own!  It's called The Still Workout, and can be accessed from her website from anywhere at any time.  Her class actually comprises 7 elements for a complete holistic experience for the mind, body and soul.  Monica has been in the fitness industry for twelve years and counting. She's been a Certified Personal Trainer, a Fitness Nutrition Specialist, a Zumba Instructor, and has developed The Still Workout™️ from her years of training. She specializes in how to challenge and nurture the body in a way that reveals spiritual truth and deepens the love relationship with the Lord. She and her husband have six children between them, mostly grown and adulting. She lives with her husband and her dog, Ranger, in Magnolia, TX. Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Cynthia talks with Barb Raveling today about a topic we can all relate to… emotional eating.  Barb gives us some tips and tools to break the habit and renew our minds. They also talk about how to bring God into the decisions we make around eating boundaries and the usefulness of Truth Journaling.  Barb Raveling is a podcaster, life coach, and author of eight books and Bible studies in the area of personal growth. Her top-ranked podcasts, Taste for Truth and the Christian Habits Podcasts, have earned over a million downloads and continue to inspire people to break free from their strongholds and grow closer to God. You can connect with Barb at barbraveling.com. I Deserve a Donut App Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

What does it mean to age gracefully?  Cynthia talks to Leslie Bumpas today about how we need to be thinking about this even in our 30's and 40's.  This is when the body starts determining the path it will take regarding memory, heart health, cancer, diabetes… and a slew of other conditions often associated with aging.  You have more control than you may think! Leslie Bumpas is a certified Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (FNTP) and founder of Redeeming Wellness. As a functional nutritionist, she educates her clients on what's going on in their body that's causing their signs and symptoms. By addressing the root cause of their health concerns and introducing simple, targeted, dietary and lifestyle modifications, clients start to shift the terrain in order to help bring them resolution and start feeling better. Leslie is certified by the Nutritional Therapy Association (NTA).  Additional certifications include: Dr. Bredesen's ReCODE Alzheimer's protocol, Holistic Cancer Coach, Environmental Toxins Expert, Methylation and Detoxification Practitioner, Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis Practitioner, Feed Your Fertile Body Instructor, Feed Your Pregnant Body Instructor, ReStart Instructor(sugar detox program), and most recently completed the Master Clinician level with Restorative Wellness Solutions, and the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, Institute of Functional Medicine. www.redeemingwellness.com www.aglessbeauty.life Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Today Cynthia invites Kate Washington to talk about her experience as a caregiver and to share what she has learned.  They talk about resources and tips to prevent burnout.  Kate's experience is with her husband, and Cynthia's is with the elderly, but they also touch on caring for adult children with disabilities.  Kate Washington is the author of Already Toast: Caregiving and Burnout In America (Beacon Press, 2021) and a frequent speaker on the systemic challenges facing family caregivers. Her writing has appeared in The New York Times, TIME, Eater, Catapult, and many other publications. She holds a Ph.D. in Victorian literature from Stanford University and lives in Sacramento. Connect with her at kawashington.com or on Twitter @washingtonkate Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Come along for this delightful conversation that started with Whitney's book and her HEART Method, and ended up talking about beauty and the Church!   Cynthia is enthralled with the idea that Whitney mentioned about living your goals instead of setting your goals, and appreciates how candid and real Whitney is when it comes to sharing her life experiences.  Prepare to be uplifted!  Whitney English believes that anyone can live a beautiful life. She believes that gratitude is the birthplace of joy, that people matter, that love is the answer, that if you're real you can't be ugly, that everyone is creative and some of us have forgotten, and that it's worth trying to be a better version of yourself today than you were yesterday. If you're more into technical details, she has boot-strapped two businesses to seven figures, has a degree in interior design, has studied management at Parsons in New York City, and has had her work featured in O magazine and The Wall Street Journal and on the Today show. She was featured as one of Country Living's Women Entrepreneurs in 2008. One of her favorite dreams come true, though, is her husband, David, and their three children. She nightly dreams of a perfectly organized office.  www.whitneyenglish.com Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Back from a summer sabbatical Cynthia welcomes back Robin Rhine McDonald.  If you recall from episode 154, Robin is a fellow Christian Health Coach with an MDiv.  They talk about eating nutrient dense food within God's plan as outlined in scripture, and then get into the nitty gritty about eating out at restaurants.  Robin provides 8 ways to navigate eating out.     Have you watched Robin's masterclass yet?  If not, just go to www.madewellhealth.com/prioritize to access How to Prioritize Your Health Amidst the Chaos Without Added Stress.     Robin Rhine McDonald is a Faith-Based Holistic Health Coach, proud mom, and wife with a passion for supporting and empowering Jesus-loving women to gain true health while losing weight through her sustainable, grace-based process. She loves to help women ditch chronic dieting and disease for holistic health and wellness. She mixes her seminary background with her study of integrative nutrition to help women develop the energy and vitality to live out their unique God-given calling.  www.madewellhealth.com  Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Before she goes on sabbatical, Cynthia leaves you with an example of resilience with Lauren Roskilly.  Lauren comes to us from Sussex England with a story of faith and healing.  Can you imagine what it would be like to black out, up to 10 times a day, due to a blood pressure and blood sugar disorder?  Lauren describes the ramifications of living her life for the past 24 years and shares how beautifully God has spoken to her both directly and through others.  She is now ministering to others through her books, speaking, and coaching practice.   Cynthia will be back again in September.  Now is a great time to go back and listen to those episodes you may have missed over the last three years! Lauren is a mum of two beautiful children. She has a BA Hons in Health and Social Care and a diploma in CBT. Lauren became a born-again Christian in 2004. She is transparent about her past ups and downs with both physical health issues and mental health, including grief, depression, anxiety and self- harm. But she has learnt to refocus from unhealthy and negative mindsets and towards Christ. Thus, the name of her ministry, ‘Mindful of Christ'. She is the author of ‘Christian based Cognitive Behavioural therapy' and ‘Indestructible Faith- prayers & prompts for journaling.' As a speaker and an accredited Life Coach she helps people to recognise & overcome unhealthy and negative mindsets, grow and strengthen their faith & relationship with God and helps them to discover and step into their identity and God- given purpose. She has previously spoken on podcasts, radio and TV including Elevation TV Network and has spoken at events; conferences, summits etc., including organising & hosting her own. All of which have been seen and heard right across the globe. For the affirmations freebie:  https://mailchi.mp/e35dad59e09a/affirmations-identity Website: www.mindfulofchrist.net Book: https://amzn.to/3rDwUry Journal: https://amzn.to/3r94Mz3   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MoCministries777 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl_zTzp4-pYQhg1tsfsNY0Q Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulofchristministries/ Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Join Cynthia and Annette Reeder today as they talk about God's plan for our health and how we need to be intentional about working with His design.  Annette shares her story and inspires everyone to take the first step for change.  For more than 20 years, Annette Reeder, the Biblical Nutritionist, has served God's people as a Christian nutritionist and biblical health coach. In addition to working with people one-on-one, teaching classes around the world, having a robust video teaching ministry, she has also written and published several faith-based health books. She loves every opportunity she gets to share God's love and recipe for health.   www.thebiblicalnutritionist.com   Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Today's podcast should be called “Cynthia and Fr Stephen Unplugged.”  Not your typical interview, Father Stephen Siniari shares about his life on the streets, his experience with death, and talks about what we should do when faced with feelings of oppression and anxiety.  His new book Secret Turning is the follow up to Big in Heaven.  Caution… There are a couple descriptions of scenarios that may be inappropriate for young ears.   Father Stephen N. Siniari is a priest of the OCA Diocese of the South. During almost forty years in ministry, Fr. Stephen served parishes in New England and the Philadelphia/South Jersey area while working full time for an international agency as a street outreach worker, serving homeless, at-risk, and trafficked teens. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Fr. Stephen currently lives on the Florida Gulf Coast with Margot, his wife of more than forty years. AFP publications include: Secret Turning: A Collection of Short Stories  and Big in Heaven . Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Have you ever lost your cool and were left wondering “Where did that come from?”  In today's episode, Cynthia admits to yelling at her neighbor, but then gets to the bottom of why it seems small things can set us off at times.  Dr. Carly Hudson explains the stress response cycle and why we may think we are just fine, but our body is still holding on to our stressors.  She also tells us how to close the loop! Dr. Carly speaks of important philosophical shifts in self care, including what it takes to move from a focus on disease management to true health care and the practical things we can do for ourselves instead of the constant search for the silver bullet. As an infant, Dr. Carly suffered a life-threatening illness. She was left with “invisible handicaps” including balance disorders, muscle spasticity, and hearing loss. She had to begin again to learn how her body worked and so began her path of life-long learning and healing. With the gift of this injury, Dr. Carly has spent her life exploring how deliberate self care impacts our mind, body, and spirit. Listeners can sign up for Dr. Carly's e-newsletter at healinggroundmovement.com and receive a free Guide to Rest, Recovery and Rejuvenation. Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Join Cynthia today as she introduces you to a fellow wellness coach, outdoor enthusiast, and scone lover!  Heidi is the co-author of 12 Tiny Things, and today they hone in on 5 special things that, if implemented intentionally, can bring more health and joy into your life.     Heidi Barr lives in Minnesota with her husband and daughter where they tend a large organic vegetable garden, explore nature and do their best to live simply. She works as a wellness coach, holds a Master's degree in Faith and Health Ministries, and is the Managing Editor of Wayfarer Magazine. As a mother, spouse, nature lover, and author, she is committed to cultivating ways of being that are life-giving and sustainable for people, communities, and the planet. Her latest books include 12 Tiny Things: Simple Ways to Live a More Intentional Life and Slouching Toward Radiance: A Day in the Life of You, Me, And God.  Learn more about her work at www.heidibarr.com  Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Join Cynthia as she promotes Nurse Practitioner Susan Julian to the title of Doctor.  (Embarrassing)  Once that was cleared up, their conversation about autoimmunity and its connection with the gut and hormones is very informative.  How are all of these linked?  Why is autoimmunity becoming more common?  They also talk a bit about estrogen and birth control and the connection to autoimmunity…and…forgiveness! Susan Julian worked as an RN since 1986 and in a variety of emergency departments and home care settings. She received her master's degree in nursing from Indiana University in 2004 as a family nurse practitioner and worked in a traditional family practice setting for a hospital system until 2017.  In 2008 she was attending a nurse practitioner conference when she heard about female hormone imbalance symptoms, testing, and treatment with compounded “bio-identical” hormones and the science behind it. She thought “oh my gosh…this describes a large number of females that I see.” They come seeking a solution for their anxiety, weight gain, depression, insomnia, etc. and I give them a pill which doesn't make them better. It was a real “aha!” moment and a huge revelation from God that started her journey toward Integrative Medicine and then Functional Medicine.  Since then, her patients' lives have been changing in ways they never did before.  At the end of 2016, God opened doors that led her to fulfill a long-time dream of owning her own clinic and Julian Healthcare was born.  Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Cynthia is so happy to bring Lea Major on to the podcast to talk about the health of our finances.  She also connects our finances to our faith, and even Orthodox Christian traditions.  As a Financial Wellness Educator, she teaches us 5 ways we can take control of our finances. Lea May Majer is an Orthodox Christian and a financial wellness educator. She offers solutions to financial needs including: insurances, wealth management, legal protection services, and senior healthcare. She has a background in education, holistic health, speaking and writing.  She is married to Matjaz and together they have a combined family including 10 children. They are navigating all things spiritual and practical together, building big in small daily strokes.  Lea May Majer, PhD  440-725-4899  Financial Wellness Educator PFS Investments, PRIMERICA 6980 S Edgerton Rd Brecksville, OH 44141 https://www.primerica.com/public/ Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Today Cynthia talks to fellow coach Robin Rhine McDonald about how the focus of Christian health differs from other perspectives.  Robin's philosophy includes vision and grace, and is something that we all need to hear.  She has also generously offered a her wonderful Masterclass free of charge along with recipes and template downloads to the Holistic Christain Life community!  Just go to www.madewellhealth.com/prioritize to access How to Prioritize Your Health Amidst the Chaos Without Added Stress.     Robin Rhine McDonald is a Faith-Based Holistic Health Coach, proud mom, and wife with a passion for supporting and empowering Jesus-loving women to gain true health while losing weight through her sustainable, grace-based process. She loves to help women ditch chronic dieting and disease for holistic health and wellness. She mixes her seminary background with her study of integrative nutrition to help women develop the energy and vitality to live out their unique God-given calling. Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Are you a Martha or a Mary?  However you identify yourself, there is tension associated.  Today Cynthia talks with Claire McGarry, the author of Grace in Tension:  Discover Peace with Martha and Mary.  Claire is as delightful as she is insightful.  You will learn about her GIFT method, and take away tangible ways to find more peace in your life.  Claire McGarry is the author of Grace in Tension: Discover Peace with Martha and Mary, and the Lenten family devotionals With Our Savior and Abundant Mercy. The founder of MOSAIC of Faith, she endeavors to fish for more people to bring to God through her retreats, women's groups, and writing. A regular contributor to Living Faith, Mornings with Jesus and CatholicMom, her freelance work has appeared in These Days, The Secret Place, Chicken Soup for the Soul books and Keys for Kids. A former lay missionary in Guatemala, she now lives in New Hampshire with her husband and three children, and blogs at ShiftingMyPerspective.com. Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Join Cynthia today in taking a look at alternative pain therapies.  Her guest, Cindy Perlin is the founder and CEO of The Alternative Pain Treatment Directory.  She is also the author of The Truth About Chronic Pain Treatments.  There are a couple protocols that come up that can be controversial, so Cynthia urges you to do your own research, and only use this podcast for informational purposes that can inspire you to look deeper into your own therapies. Cindy Perlin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, certified biofeedback practitioner, chronic pain survivor, the author of The Truth About Chronic Pain Treatments: The Best and Worst Strategies for Becoming Pain Free and the founder and CEO of the Alternative Pain Treatment Directory. She has been helping her clients in the Albany, NY area reach their health and wellness goals for over 28 years. She also provides virtual pain consults.  Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call

Cynthia is happy to bring Dr. Timothy Patitsas back onto the podcast to talk about his book The Ethics of Beauty.  When you are affected by trauma, how do you find beauty again?  Many have felt trauma in one way or another during the last couple years of the pandemic, and Dr. Patitsas shares some tools that can help us look at everything that happens in our lives through the lens of our faith. Timothy Patitsas is the newly-appointed Interim Dean at Hellenic College in Brookline, Massachusetts, the undergraduate counterpart to the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology. He concurrently serves as the Assistant Professor of Ethics in the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology, a position he has held since the fall of 2005. His main responsibility outside of teaching has been the organization and guidance of the St. Helen's Pilgrimage, a five to nine week-long intensive summer study travel of Orthodox spirituality and Modern Greek language conducted annually in Israel, Palestine, Turkey (Constantinople), Mount Athos, and Greece. Together with the Foundation for Hellenic College Holy Cross, Dr. Patitsas has since 2006 built the Pilgrimage into a premier formational experience for M.Div. students at the Seminary.  Dr. Patitsas has a book available from St. Nicholas Press, The Ethics of Beauty, a 750-page survey of the central role of Beauty in every aspect of the Orthodox approach to life, including war, trauma, psychology, gender, spirituality, bioethics, and social ethics. (see www.stnicholaspress.net )  He is also completing documentaries on the life of St. Amphilochios Makris and on Holy Week in Jerusalem with Beauty First Films ( www.beautyfirstfilms.com ), a non-profit film making company which he co-founded. He is the co-author of the Liturgical Seasons Calendar, a powerful aid to prayer and ecclesial self-identity available through Beauty First Films and Ancient Faith.  Is it time to make some changes in your life? Do you want to stop the madness and get on track with your health? Maybe coaching is right for you. I've helped many people gain their health back over the years, and would love to talk with you. Just reach out with the link below to get on my schedule. From time to time I have openings for new clients and accept them on a first come first serve basis. Book a Discovery Call