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It's the end of an era. YogaSport, Angela's Power Yoga studio, is closing its physical doors on her 16th birthday, May 15, 2020. Nicole interviews Angela and the ladies discuss everything from opening the doors in 2004 to biggest challenges, proudest moments, and what is next. This podcast was a way for Angela to process the change and share with her community, since the COVID-19 crisis didn't allow us to do it in person.  Join YS Online... YS On Demand - (Save 20% before May 15th) www.angelawagner.com/yogasportondemand Yoga Teacher Training - www.angelawagner.com/yoga Connect with Angela:  Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com Connect with Nicole: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NicoleEsquinoTXRealtor/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Nicole.Esquino If this episode sparked something in you, please be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Stitcher, leave us a rating and review on iTunes, and tell your friends about us on Facebook, Instagram, or good old-fashioned word of mouth! Thanks for visiting.

We are sad to say that this is the season finale of Spark season #2. But the ladies WILL be back. In this episode, they take a stroll down memory lane and share some of their favorite moments from this season (and even a few throw-backs to season 1). If you haven't listened to all of the episodes, this is a great cheat sheet of episodes to start with.  Favorites: Episodes 63 & 68 with dietician Taylor Stolt. Nicole especially loved the functional medicine approach to healing. Both ladies were also fascinated that sugar addiction is real and sometimes will power has nothing to do with being able to avoid it.  Episodes 60 & 61 - Detox Your Home - The How & Why. Nicole discusses how these two episodes blew her mind and what changes she has already made. We love the empowerment piece here. Oh, and listen in for a funny story about little people eating toothpaste.  Episode 62 - Stress with Thom Allen - We love all of the discussions around mental health because we are all stressed and anxious these days.  Throwbacks to Season 1:  Episode 34 - The Vagina Whisperer with Sara Reardon Episode 43 - Simple Families with Denaye Barahona Episode 51 - New Year's Diet and Fitness Resolutions (this is timely!) Episodes 52 & 53 - Clear the Clutter y'all! We are obsessed!  AWC Goodies:  Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day! Free Yoga Class - Download one of Angela’s 60 Minute Power Flow Classes for free at www.angelawagner.com Resources:  DNRS Retrain the Brain Program* affiliate link Connect with Angela:  Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com Connect with Nicole: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NicoleEsquino Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/NicoleEsquino

Most of us have seen a hypnotist on TV or at a comedy club, but are they just for entertainment purposes? Celeste Hackett is a trained hypnotist who helps her clients dive into their self conscious and navigate challenges like pain, emotional components related to illness, bad habits and more. On this episode, she shares with Angela about the power of hypnosis and how it can make real change in our lives.    From the Episode: Angela met Celeste while finding a solution to her migraines. She shares how she found Celeste and the impact it made. Celeste shares her fascinating journey from a radio DJ to a hypnotherapist.  You’ve most likely seen a hypnotist portrayed in a show or movie, but is that for real? Celeste helps use through the myths and talks about the truths of hypnosis. Hypnotism is a journey into a person’s subconscious where all their beliefs, habits and memories live. Celeste gives a full overview of her work, including the comforting feeling that when you are hypnotised, you are in control, can make decisions, and can remember everything. Can hypnosis be used for more than just weight loss and quitting smoking? There are countless ways hypnotism can be used to better our lives. High achieving women can benefit from hypnotism. It can be used to help with stress and even procrastination.  Celeste shares her three steps in finding the hypnotist that is right for you.   AWC Goodies:    Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day!   Free Yoga Class - Download one of Angela’s 60 Minute Power Flow Classes for free at www.angelawagner.com   Resources:  Family First Hypnosis  Hypnosis Training with Calvin Banyan 5-Path Hypnosis   Connect with Angela:  Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com   Connect with Celeste:  Web: www.familyfirsthypnosis.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisbadasslife Contact for $100 Discount: Call (972) 673-0110 and mention the Spark with Angela Wagner Podcast

Shelley Lowther, owner of Dancing Dogs Yoga and This Badass Life, discusses how to step into your power as a woman, and some of the tools might be different than you might expect. Her no-BS approach to life will inspire you to make small changes. She joins Angela on this episode to discuss finding your authentic self and how seeing the magic around you can empower your daily life.   From the Episode: Shelley starts our episode by sharing her powerful story of rediscovering yoga after a serious injury that threatened to totally change her daily life. Being open to different spiritual traditions can lead to great personal discovery. Shelley speaks towards throwing away labels to find your authentic self while learning from others. The lie. Angela and Shelley dig deep about a powerful practice that can change your way of thinking about yourself and your place in the world. Are you always finding yourself distracted? In a world of technological advancement, there are plenty of ways to lose focus. We talk through the importance of finding time to listen to your greater authentic self. The Four Agreements. Learn how this powerful book is a must for your development and why we dedicated a two-part series to it last season. Shelley talks about her work in Warrior Goddess Training and how you can learn practices to work yourself out of your rut.  We end with a fun practice from Shelley that will remind you that “it’s never about you”.   AWC Goodies:    Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day!   Free Yoga Class - Download one of Angela’s 60 Minute Power Flow Classes for free at www.angelawagner.com   Resources:  4 Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz Voice of Knowledge by Don Miguel Ruiz Warrior Goddess Training- Become The Woman You Are Meant To Be by Heatherash Amara Dove commercial on Women’s Negative Self-Talk Episode 33: The Four Agreements Part 1 Episode 35: The Four Agreements Part 2   Connect with Angela:  Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com   Connect with Shelley:  Shelley’s Yoga Studio: www.dancingdogsyoga.com Shelley’s Blog: This Bad Ass Life Blog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisbadasslife Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thisbadasslife   If this episode sparked something in you, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, leave us a rating and review on iTunes, and tell your friends about us on Facebook, Instagram, or good old-fashioned word of mouth! Thanks for visiting.   *Some of the links are affiliate links, which means at no cost to you, we can earn a commission on products that you purchase. This helps us continue to run this podcast so thank you!

Lara Adler is an Environmental Toxins Expert, and Angela’s teacher.  The ladies discuss a class of chemicals called obesegens that are in your daily products (and yes, they make you fat). They take a deeper dive into specifics on some of the chemicals in your home as well as government laws and the importance of consumer education and action.    From the Episode: We highly recommend you check out our two-part Detoxing your Home Series (episodes 60 &61) before listening to this episode. The series gives you a great foundation that is important to have moving into Lara and Angela’s talk.  There are over 20 chemicals that are known obesogens. Learn about how they could be causing weight gain.  Where do I even begin? True to our mantra, we want you to start by pressing the easy button. We give you key areas to start with that involve your sense of smell and taste. Organic. Yes, you need to start focusing on it. Lara gives you the reasons why, including some you probably have never thought of. The decisions Moms make with food while their baby is in utero has a profound impact on how their cells and body develops. Be curious. Regulations and testings are often not up to snuff, even those done by the government. We talk about what to trust and how doing your own research can impact you and often, countless others. The EU has a track record of regulating but not banning. Lara talks about their approach and how it makes a huge difference in their countries.   AWC Goodies:    Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day!   Free Yoga Class - Download one of Angela’s 60 Minute Power Flow Classes for free at www.angelawagner.com   Resources:  Episode 60 - Detox Your Home: The Why Episode 61 - Detox Your Home: The How   Connect with Angela:  Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com   Connect with Lara:  Web: www.laraadler.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LaraAdlerHHC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/environmentaltoxinsnerd/ If this episode sparked something in you, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, leave us a rating and review on iTunes, and tell your friends about us on Facebook, Instagram, or good old-fashioned word of mouth! Thanks for visiting.

It’s time to talk about guts. Taylor is back this week to join Angela in an in-depth conversation about gut health and why it should matter to you. This episode will provide you with an understanding of the importance of the gut and walk you through how this one area of your body has a big impact on your immune system as well as your emotions.    From the Episode: Taylor gives us an overview on what she does as a certified LEAP therapist and how she helps clients with food sensitivities. Leaky Gut?! It sure sounds icky, but Taylor walks us through what it is and why we should care. We always provide solutions. Taylor talks us through the “Five R Protocol” which guides you through ways to remedy a leaky gut. Did you know the majority of your immune system is in your gut?  Hormone imbalances are often an issue of diet or leaky gut.  The brain and your gut have an intimate relationship.  Your sugar addiction is often not a willpower issue. It could be the bugs in your gut. Hot Topic Alert: Gluten. Taylor gives a fabulous overview of how much gluten we should be consuming and how to find out what works best for your body. AWC Goodies:    Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day!   Free Yoga Class - Download one of Angela’s 60 Minute Power Flow Classes for free at www.angelawagner.com Resources*:  Beyond the Pill by Jolene Brighten The Essential Oils Hormone Solution by Dr. Mariza Snider A Mind Of Your Own: The Truth About Depression And How Women Can Heal Their Bodies To Reclaim Their Lives with Kelly Brogan The test Taylor uses to measure the degree of leaky gut, as well as Celiac, gluten sensitivity, and grain sensitivity: Wheat Zoomer Free Trial for Taylor’s Meal Plans   Studies/Research   Leaky gut can cause systemic disease Quote - "Disruption of the intestinal tight junction barrier, followed by permeation of luminal noxious molecules, induces a perturbation of the mucosal immune system and inflammation, and can act as a trigger for the development of intestinal and systemic diseases" Study: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22782113   Leaky gut can cause autoimmune disease: Quote - "Intestinal hyperpermeability is often found to precede autoimmune disorders and is suspected to be the means by which abnormal passage of antigens from the intestinal lumen results in an autoimmune response. " Study:https://academic.oup.com/biohorizons/article/doi/10.1093/biohorizons/hzx015/4670557 Leaky gut can cause weight gain. Quote: "Recent evidence suggests a possible role of gut intestinal permeability in obesity" Study: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22902773 Leaky gut can lead to autoimmune disease, inflammation, and cancer Quote - "When the finely tuned zonulin pathway is deregulated in genetically susceptible individuals, both intestinal and extraintestinal autoimmune, inflammatory, and neoplastic disorders can occur." Study - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21248165/   Gluten causes leaky gut whether or not you have Celiac: Quote - "Intestinal exposure to gliadin leads to zonulin upregulation and consequent disassembly of intercellular tight junctions and increased intestinal permeability." Study: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25734566 Connect with Angela:  Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com   Connect with Taylor Stolt:  Web: www.plateandcanvas.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/plateandcanvas/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/plateandcanvas   If this episode sparked something in you, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, leave us a rating and review on iTunes, and tell your friends about us on Facebook, Instagram, or good old-fashioned word of mouth! Thanks for visiting.   *Some of the links are affiliate links, which means at no cost to you, we can earn a commission on products that you purchase. This helps us continue to run this podcast so thank you!

Angela & Nicole are taking the week off to enjoy Thanksgiving with their families.  We wanted to show you our thanks with a special gift episode. Angela has included a full hour Power Flow Yoga class so that you can take some time out this week to destress and empower yourself. From the Episode: Thanksgiving - a holiday synonymous with a slight bit of excess. We know you’ll be eating big meals and perhaps even enjoying a few adult beverages this week. Angela is providing a perfect holiday flow that will help you destress and also rinse out some of those toxins from that big meal on Thursday. Listen in for a discount on her online teacher training. Save $400 if you sign up now. Visit www.angelawagner.com and click on yoga.   AWC Goodies:    Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day!   Free Yoga Class - Download one of Angela’s 60 Minute Power Flow Classes for free at www.angelawagner.com   Connect with Angela:  Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com   Connect with Nicole:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nicole.Esquino Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/Nicole.Esquino   If this episode sparked something in you, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, leave us a rating and review on iTunes, and tell your friends about us on Facebook, Instagram, or good old-fashioned word of mouth! Thanks for visiting.

The holidays should be a joyful time, but it is easy to fall into a trap of stress and anxiety. Angela and Nicole will be sharing listener comments and posts on how they are able to make the holidays meaningful and memorable without unneeded stress. From the Episode: Elf on the Shelf - friend or foe? Creating fun family calendars and cards - are they needed in the digital age? Advanced planning can be a key way to reduce stress. Our listeners share great ideas to take the stress off. Everyone has beautiful holiday traditions and rituals and we love that we can share so many with you. You might adopt a new one thanks to this episode.  The great debate. Angela and Nicole discuss how much is too much for Christmas music.   AWC Goodies:    Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day!   Free Yoga Class - Download one of Angela’s 60 Minute Power Flow Classes for free at www.angelawagner.com/yoga   Resources:  Pinterest Fails  More Pinterest Fails  Salvation Army Angel Tree Sipsby - Gift for the tea-lovers   Connect with Angela:  Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com   Connect with Nicole:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nicole.Esquino Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/Nicole.Esquino   If this episode sparked something in you, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, leave us a rating and review on iTunes, and tell your friends about us on Facebook, Instagram, or good old-fashioned word of mouth! Thanks for visiting.

This week we continue our education on household toxins and speak to Brittany Witkin who is an expert in all things clean beauty. Brittany shares tools from her website and YouTube channel that will transform the way you think about buying cosmetics. Using our philosophy of “baby steps”, this episode provides resources to set you on the path for greener and cleaner beauty. From the Episode:   Brittany Witkin shares with us her story and how she landed in the green and beauty space. If you listened to our 2-part Toxin podcast, you know we LOVE baby steps. The free starter guide on Brittany’s site helps you start going green and clean. Start with the items that cover the most skin and go from there.  Angela has been struggling to find a solid option for mascara. Brittany just posted a video about this very topic.  What is good for you could be horrible for someone else. We are all different women, and so we have totally different bodies. Finding products that work for you is very personalized and does require some work, but once you find what works for you, you’ll be happier and healthier. Teflon?! Yes, it can be in beauty products. Brittany gives an overview of her new four-ingredient video with some toxic ingredients to look out for.      AWC Goodies:    Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day!   Free Yoga Class - Download one of Angela’s 60 Minute Power Flow Classes for free at www.angelawagner.com/yoga Resources*:    Style Shaker Welcome Video The Style Shaker Favorites Videos including Best of Mascaras Ewg.org Inika Bold Lash Mascara - Honest Beauty Primer & Mascara    The 4 Ingredients to Avoid In Your Makeup Video   Credo Beauty Website      Connect with Angela:    Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com     Connect with Brittany:      Web: www.thestyleshaker.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thestyleshaker YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/stellabf   Free Starter Guide Offer: Sign up to get a free guide and priority access to the launch of my new seasonal guides coming soon!     If this episode sparked something in you, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, leave us a rating and review on iTunes, and tell your friends about us on Facebook, Instagram, or good old-fashioned word of mouth! Thanks for visiting.   *Some of the links are affiliate links, which means at no cost to you, we can earn a commission on products that you purchase. This helps us continue to run this podcast so thank you!

Just say No. When it comes to managing our time, “no” is often the word we (especially women) don’t say enough. Nicole is back with Angela to talk about how to prioritize your schedule, focus on major goals, and learn when and how to say the two-letter word. The ladies will guide you through the true art and skill of saying “no”, with practical ways to using that one word to create a more purpose-driven life. From the Episode:   Nicole gives us an update on her new real estate adventure. Sucky Moment of Week: Throwback to Season One! Angela shares her 4.5 with an inspired action that involves following your nose. When you say no, you have to say it and mean it. This is an empowering space of honesty and honouring the other person.  Setting boundaries can create a comfortable and genuine connection with someone else. Boundaries are a healthy part of relationship building. You don’t always have to respond immediately. Live into a pause . . . this will help you make a mindful decision for yourself.  Pick up the phone rather than texting or emailing. Tone is much harder to understand in the written word. Often we are saying yes to avoid what we are supposed to be doing. Focusing on your three big goals each week can help you think through how you are spending your time and what to say “yes” to.     AWC Goodies:    Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day!   Free Yoga Class - Download one of Angela’s 60 Minute Power Flow Classes for free at www.angelawagner.com/yoga   Resources:    4 Tendencies Quiz with Gretchen Rubin  Obligers Video with Gretchen Rubin Episode 33 of Season 1 - The Four Agreements Part One Episode 35 of Season 1 - The Four Agreements Part Two     Connect with Angela:    Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com     Connect with Nicole:    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nicole.Esquino Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/Nicole.Esquino   If this episode sparked something in you, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, leave us a rating and review on iTunes, and tell your friends about us on Facebook, Instagram, or good old-fashioned word of mouth! Thanks for visiting.

Have you been wanting to change your eating habits but have no idea what to do? There are plenty of fad diets out there, and Taylor Stolt brings her expertise to help you navigate the good, the bad, and the ugly. Learn about how focusing on your entire health history can help you make smart decisions with your diet,  providing the groundwork for a more energized and vibrant lifestyle. From the Episode:   Taylor Stolt works with clients in functional medicine. She explains how doing detective work on your entire health history can help you find root causes for health issues, rather than just treating symptoms. Losing weight is a common goal, but often our efforts are working against us. Taylor speaks to common challenges she sees clients face that can lead to a lack of energy and sometimes even weight gain. She talks about when to use supplements and where to buy (and not) buy them. When grocery shopping, pay more attention to the ingredients list than the claims on the front of the container.  Keto is a huge diet craze, but what is it and how is it different from Adkins?  Have you heard of intermittent fasting? Taylor dives in.  Taylor also discusses what she thinks of the Paleo and AIP diets.  One of these could be your road to healing your gut and reversing autoimmune disease.   AWC Goodies:    Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day!   Free Yoga Class - Download one of Angela’s 60 Minute Power Flow Classes for free at www.angelawagner.com/yoga   Resources:    Carpathia Collaborative  Coconut Butter  California Olive Ranch Extra Virgin Olive Oil  Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil Great Recipes from Plate and Canvas     Connect with Angela:    Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com     Connect with Taylor Stolt:    Web: www.plateandcanvas.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/plateandcanvas/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/plateandcanvas     If this episode sparked something in you, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, leave us a rating and review on iTunes, and tell your friends about us on Facebook, Instagram, or good old-fashioned word of mouth! Thanks for visiting.    

Do you feel like your life is constantly full of stress? You are not alone. Thom Allen is an expert on stress and this week he is here to share his wisdom. Learn how to identify when stress is a real problem, how being perpetually busy is hurting your health, and simple steps you can take today to ease the anxiety that stress can cause.  From the Episode:   Thom Allen has been helping clients with stress for over 20 years. He brings his wealth of knowledge and experience to the podcast today. Stress is not the enemy. It is warning us.  Don’t reach the brink before you start handling your stress.  Ever bragged about how busy you are? Our society rewards those who overdo and live for stress. Thom and Angela chat about finding a balance where you can manage stress so your energy levels are sustainable. Boredom is actually a good thing! It increases creativity.  Taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical health. There has been a stigma about seeking mental health in our society, but it is a crucial part of our wellness and being.     AWC Goodies:    Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day!   Free Yoga Class - Download one of Angela’s 60 Minute Power Flow Classes for free at www.angelawagner.com/yoga   Resources:    Brene Brown on the Power of Vulnerability. More on Thom Allen’s Psychotherapy Practice.     Connect with Angela:    Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com     Connect with Thom Allen:    Prana Dynamics on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PranaDynamics/   Thom’s Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thom.allen.12   Prana Dynamics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pranadynamics/ Thom’s Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogithom/ Web: https://www.pranadynamics.com/   If this episode sparked something in you, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, leave us a rating and review on iTunes, and tell your friends about us on Facebook, Instagram, or good old-fashioned word of mouth! Thanks for visiting.

Last week, we talked about the toxins in our daily lives. We promised to be back with solutions, so we’re back, full of ideas to help you detox your home. This episode is full of great starting points so you can begin making baby steps to a cleaner and safer environment for you and your family.   From the Episode:   Have you been inspired? Nicole certainly has and shares with us the baby steps she’s been taking. Common household items can make our rooms smell great, help us feel comfortable and make laundry easier, but some items you use every day are full of toxic ingredients. Angela gives us a head’s up on some of the surprising culprits.  Where do I even begin? There are some simple tasks and chores that will make your home a healthier place. Going organic can seem like a huge leap, but Angela shares how focusing on certain food items and drastically reduce the amount of toxins in your body. Personalizing your journey. Focusing on the health challenges you face can be a great start in discovering how to detox your home. We’ll share tools to help you research your specific health issues and find the areas of change that can help you feel more energized and vibrant . . . and just more YOU! Please let us know what you have done to detox your home by tagging us on Instagram with the hashtag #sparkdetoxyourhome     AWC Goodies:    Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day! Sign up for Angela’s Personalized Virtual Home Tour. Angela will walk you through your home and create a custom plan for you and your family as you start your journey in removing toxins from your home. Email Angela to schedule your Home Tour at angela@angelawagner.com.  Free Yoga Class - Download one of Angela’s 60 Minute Power Flow Classes for free at www.angelawagner.com/yoga     Resources:     EWG website  EWG  mobile app  EWG Dirty 12 & Clean 15 lists  Credo Beauty Website Thrive Market  The Detox Market  doTERRA Essentials Oils. When you sign up to become a wholesale member, you are automatically given 25% off all products. Want to learn more? Email Angela at angela@angelawagner.com to set up a free 1:1 oils info session.      Connect with Angela:     Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com   Connect with Nicole:    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nicole.Esquino Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/Nicole.Esquino     If this episode sparked something in you, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, leave us a rating and review on iTunes, and tell your friends about us on Facebook, Instagram, or good old-fashioned word of mouth! Thanks for visiting.

How can we tell what products in our home are safe? What should you look for and where do you even begin? This episode is the beginning of a multi-part series on environmental toxins, and we’ll be helping you take baby steps to make your home a safer place for you and your family. From the Episode: Angela started learning about environmental toxins after a deep dive on practical minimalism. She knows learning about toxins can seem scary, but she focuses on education and empowerment instead of fear. Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither is a clean/toxin-free space. We discuss baby steps you can take to start making changes in your home. Do your homework. Just because there is a slick website doesn’t mean it is unbiased and honest. Many “info sites” are funded by the same industry who is utilizing toxins in products, but we know the difference and we can clue you in on what to look for. Just because a label says "non-toxic" or "fragrance-free" doesn't mean it doesn't have harmful ingredients. There are plenty of ingredients that mask or hide toxins. Listen to learn about a few. AWC Goodies:  Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day! Download one of Angela’s 60 Minute Power Flow Classes for free at www.angelawagner.com/yoga   Resources:  The Devil You Know documentary on Netflix EWG.org EWG‘s Healthy Living App    Connect with Angela:  Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com   Connect with Nicole:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nicole.Esquino Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/Nicole.Esquino If this episode sparked something in you, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, leave us a rating and review on iTunes, and tell your friends about us on Facebook, Instagram, or good old-fashioned word of mouth! Thanks for visiting.

Are you stuck in a rut with your daily routines, eating habits, and fitness goals? Is your mind constantly racing with your to-do list, a to-do list for your to-do list, anxiety around the future, or any other constant low-level stressors? Are you so busy taking care of others that you can't find or make time to do the things you enjoy?   Sparkers, Angela has a brand-new program just for you. You can do it live from anywhere in the world and we start on October 15th.   REGISTER HERE       If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are a high-achieving Superwoman and this program was created for you. We know that you do it all - work full time, manage the house and kids, and take care of your friends and family like a boss. However, your health and happiness has plummeted to the bottom of the to-do list because, well, who has the time or energy for it?     Join Angela Wagner, Life and Wellness Coach, and owner of YogaSport Dallas for a life-changing workshop. In 5 weeks, she will work with you to map out and start to implement a plan that will give you back the energy, joy, and health that you deserve. You will be surrounded by your fellow Superwomen who, when the cape comes off, crave a supportive system of peers to help guide them to a more relaxed and joyful life. Take the leap and do this for yourself. It's time to take care of YOU.   THE GOODS   Meetings on Tuesdays 7:30 - 9pm CST at YogaSport if you live in Dallas or through Zoom (We will record all sessions so if you have to miss, you will have access to all material) 5 sessions - Oct 15, 22, 29, Nov 5, 12 Private online group for building community, asking questions throughout the week, etc. Personalized Essential Oils Emotional Roller Bonus Masterclass - Fearlessly Clear with Denise Senter (see below)   BONUS MASTERCLASS - Fearlessly Clear with Denise Senter No matter how successful a woman is, there is usually some area in her life that feels stuck, out of control, or unfulfilled. When it isn't addressed, it can become a source of frustration, stress or depression. The key to addressing them? Define clearly what you actually want to achieve in that area of your life. Clarity takes courage and the willingness to let go of old ideas or limiting beliefs about what is possible. When you are clear and specific, you mentally and emotionally prepare yourself to achieve your goals with energy and agency. In this virtual workshop, Denise Senter will take you through a process she has used with hundreds of women, to help you get fearlessly clear about what you want to achieve and outline your next steps for moving forward with confidence. Who is Denise? Denise Senter is a successful technology executive who mentors women professionals and entrepreneurs, helping them achieve big goals in their businesses, careers, and personal interests. The breadth of her experience - from achieving success in Fortune 500 companies and leading fast-growth technology startups, to launching herself as an independent entrepreneur and starting a hobby-farm - brings a unique perspective to the women she mentors, supporting them as they define their visions and courageously pursue what they want in life. SPACE IS LIMITED - REGISTER HERE! Have questions? Email angela@angelwagner.com

You’ve heard the phrase “holistic approach” but what does that mean for your life? Our podcast will start focusing on Five Branches that will speak to a better you and we will be sharing common-sense ideas and tools for you to get the most out of each branch.   From the Episode:   The podcast will focus on a holistic approach, helping women who have weeks full of work, motherhood, and just life. There will be practical, real-life ways to improve and enhance overall health. Moving forward, our podcast will focus on Five Branches: Simplicity. Groundwork. Life Design. Detox. Mind, Body, Soul. Plus special content: great free add ons including videos on Youtube, live sessions and even some yoga tips. What would you like to hear? We are all ears! Email us at angela@angelawagner.com with your awesome thoughts.     AWC Goodies:    Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day!   Download one of Angela’s 60 min Power Flow Yoga classes for FREE at www.angelawagner.com/yoga     Connect with Angela:    Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Web: www.angelawagner.com   Connect with Nicole:    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nicole.Esquino Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Nicole.Esquino     Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website      If this episode sparked something in you, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, leave us a rating and review on iTunes, and tell your friends about us on Facebook, Instagram, or good old-fashioned word of mouth! Thanks for visiting.

Have you ever had to put things aside to take care of YOU? It’s often a healthy thing to take a step back and focus on what is really important. Angela and Nicole catch you up on what they’ve been up to these last few months while they’ve been on a much needed podcast hiatus.   From the Episode:   Angela and Nicole have been on a much needed hiatus. It’s been since April of 2018! It’s time for some catch up time. Nicole has been enjoying being a mom, learning Spanish with her daughter, enjoying her enormous veggie garden, and helping family and friends declutter by turning old VHS tapes into digital files  Angela shares about her health challenges and her fascinating studies regarding environmental toxins. She also speaks towards making family time a top priority even while having a business and other special projects.     AWC Goodies:    Check out Angela’s Guide -  5 Simple Ways to Lower Your Stress Today on her website at www.angelawagner.com. It will give you 5, simple, easy, and actionable steps that will get you feeling more energized in one day! Download one of Angela’s 60 min Power Flow Yoga classes for FREE at www.angelawagner.com/yoga Throwback Episode: Angela and Nicole had an informative two-part series about decluttering. Check out the first episode here.     Connect with us:    Email:  angela@angelawagner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheAngelaWagner Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nicole.Esquino Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAngelaWagner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Nicole.Esquino On the Web: www.angelawagner.com     If this episode sparked something in you, please be sure to subscribe on iTunes and Stitcher, leave us a rating and review on iTunes, and tell your friends about us on Facebook, Instagram, or good old-fashioned word of mouth! Thanks for visiting.

You know that feeling when you’ve reached your limit? Angela and Nicole talk about a very real condition called BURNOUT - what causes it, the signs you have it, and how to avoid it. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@angelawagnercoaching.com  Connect with us on Instagram & Facebook @CoachAWags.  We are so excited to meet you!

Snuggle up in your favorite spot with a warm cup of tea, sit back, and ENJOY. This week we borrow some knowledge from our Danish friends and learn a new word: Hygge. It’s all about making time to enjoy the little things that bring us joy. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@angelawagnercoaching.com  Connect with us on Instagram & Facebook @CoachAWags.  We are so excited to meet you!

The ladies tackle a word we know too well… OVERWHELM. *cue foreboding music* Learn strategies for how to identify it, prevent it, and when you’re in deep, how to get out of it. Also, hear tips on how to feel inspired, light, and productive. Winning! Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@angelawagnercoaching.com  Connect with us on Instagram & Facebook @CoachAWags.  We are so excited to meet you!

You are now entering the NoCo Zone… Listen in as Cianna Stewart - founder of The No Complaining Project and author of No Complaints: How to Stop Sabotaging Your Own Joy - shares tools that have helped her and countless others move from a place of complaining and victimization into personal power, productivity, gratitude, and mindfulness.

We can’t get enough of having less! Angela and Nicole dive even deeper into how we can add more joy and freedom to our lives by keeping only what we love and need. Also: specific ideas for how to stop the clutter creep and save money.

Nicole and Angela take you on a deep dive into one of their favorite obsessions - decluttering - and offer up advice on how to simplify your spaces by getting rid of items that don’t give you joy or purpose. Take the plunge!

Hit the post-resolution slump? Fortunately, Angela and Nicole are here to give you a boost on part 2 of New Year’s resolutions. Nicole presents strategies for how to start healthy fitness and diet routines that fit your life (not the other way around), with an emphasis on balance, flexibility, and inspiration.

Uncork the champagne - it’s the first episode of 2018 and we’re talking resolutions! Nicole is BACK and shares her crazy story of giving birth in the middle of a solar eclipse. Angela and Nicole challenge the unrealistic expectations and fears that often go with resolutions and offer up two fresh ways of approaching your New Years goals: the Un-Resolution and Choose One Word.

In this special recap episode Angela walks us back through Season 1 of the Spark Inspire Your Life Podcast, stopping along the way to spend some time with our favorite episodes of 2017. We'll revisit all the best parts of the best conversations with the best co-hosts and guests, and leave you inspired to take on the new year. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast player to receive every episode from Season 2 right on your phone!

Melissa Culbertson is a mom of two boys, a social media strategist for Burt's Bees, the author of Blog Design for Dummies, a long-time fitness instructor, and, on top of all that, runs a site called Blog Clarity educating bloggers and online entrepreneurs on how to create a successful blog. It's no surprise that someone with such a busy schedule would be drawn to fostering more simplicity, clarity, and gratitude in the daily lives of her and her family. Melissa will share how she uses technology to capture the everyday moments of life, and why it's important for all of us to notice and appreciate the simple joys in life, to remember as they really happen, and to share with intention. Plus, a try this that most of us probably don't even realize we aren't already doing.   Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@angelawagnercoaching.com  Connect with us on Instagram & Facebook @CoachAWags.  We are so excited to meet you!  

Jessica Williams has made a career of empowering women to look gender inequality in the face and say "Not today, buddy." With the Superwoman Project, Jessica aims to put more women in positions of power, and she's created a huge community around just that idea. On this episode, we'll talk about why men really do still make more than women for the same work, how women can successfully and confidently negotiate pay, and what else Jessica and the Superwoman Project are doing to empower women to know and assert their worth to level up at work.

Dr. Robin Miller is the co-author of the book "Healed: Health and Wellness for the 21st Century," and her approach to discussing physical and mental health is refreshing to say the least. We'll discuss some little-known but extremely powerful tips about our health and wellness and find out how to lose weight without dieting and truly take control of our own health and happiness from the inside out. Visit www.angelawagnercoaching.com for the full show notes and amazing blog post as well as how to connect with our amazing guest.

We've talked about it many times and in many ways, but this week we dive head first into one of our favorite topics: mindfulness. Melissa Garner teaches mindfulness to business professionals and athletes, and can help us all find that extra edge we're looking for with simple practices that increase mental focus and relaxation. Visit www.angelawagnercoaching.com for the full show notes and amazing blog post as well as how to connect with our amazing guest.

Sarah is back to discuss her very serious new writing project and how it has changed the way she looks at the world by shifting the focus closer to home. She’ll share how you can add adventure and happiness to your life by simply looking at what’s already around you. Plus, a brilliant moment of the week that just keeps on giving. Visit www.angelawagnercoaching.com for the full show notes and amazing blog post as well as how to connect with our amazing guest.

There's nothing simple about figuring out how to be a parent, but our guest, Denaye Barahona, has created an online community geared toward simplifying our approach to raising our kids. This week, the discussion is all about how to create a fuller life for yourself and your kids through the pursuit of less. Visit www.angelawagnercoaching.com for the full show notes and amazing blog post as well as how to connect with our amazing guest.

Our spunky friend Tiffany is back for more fun conversations about how we eat. This week, she'll tell us about mindful and conscious eating and how practicing more mindful eating can bring benefits to all areas of our lives. If you missed our first conversation with Tiff, make sure to tune in to Episode 41 on Intuitive Eating! Visit www.angelawagnercoaching.com for the full show notes and amazing blog post as well as how to connect with our amazing guest.

Tiffany Syfan has built up a rich knowledge in the realm of nutrition and fitness, and she believes in sharing the wealth. This week, Tiffany and Angela talk about intuitive eating, the concept of getting back in tune with our primal instincts when it comes to our health and wellness. Tiffany explains how to identify what type of eater you are, how to listen to your body's natural signals, and why we should ditch the diets and learn to love every bite. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@angelawagnercoaching.com  Connect with us on Instagram & Facebook @CoachAWags.  We are so excited to meet you!

We all know those people who seem to have a TON going on, but not many can compare to our guest, Kellie Lin Knot, when it comes to projects. Kellie is a singer songwriter, business coach, essential oils educator, chocolate maker, realtor, and creativity guru, and she makes it all sound like a breeze with her light and easygoing spirit. Kellie joins us to talk about the power of creativity, how we can learn to induce a creative state, and how we can find it in every area of our lives. Also, Angela and Kellie give an introduction into the amazingness that is essential oils. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@angelawagnercoaching.com  Connect with us on Instagram & Facebook @CoachAWags.  We are so excited to meet you!  

Jeanine Donofrio had a successful career in graphic design when she discovered a passion for cooking. She decided to combine her eye for beautiful images with her love of cooking to create the sensational food blog, Love & Lemons, which has since inspired a best-selling cookbook of the same name. Jeanine joins Angela to talk all about being a food blogger, easy ways to create beautiful and healthy meals, and how we can all find fulfillment in our passions by simply beginning. Visit the Show Notes and Blog Posts related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@angelawagnercoaching.com  Connect with us on Instagram & Facebook @CoachAWags.  We are so excited to meet you!

We've got Sarah back on Spark to talk about the epic money-saving plan she has to prepare for her epic 2,650-mile hike. Sarah will tell us about her plan to thru-hike the Pacific Crest Trail and explain 1) what a Spending Fast is and 2) how it's going to help her save money for her hike and can help anyone save a ton of money, fast. Visit www.angelawagnercoaching.com and read the show notes, amazing blog post and links related to the episode.

Megan Lyons, health and wellness coach who is changing the way people approach and learn about nutrition, joins Angela this week to discuss her simple approach to nutrition. Megan shares some of her best tips for taking the mystery out of healthy eating, and shares how she inspires others to feel their healthiest and happiest. Visit www.angelacoaching.com/podcast

... of Pancakes?! We wish. This week we're talking about organization's secret nemesis: Paper. We stack it up all over the house, file it away in bins and cabinets, and recycle it in heaps when it floods our mailboxes. But why on earth in this digital age are we still so swamped in it? Angela and Nicole discuss simple ways to phase paper out of your life and cut back on how much of it you keep around.

This week we take on parts 3 and 4 of The Four Agreements, a set of principles based on Toltec wisdom and presented in the book by don Miguel Ruiz for living a happier life. Angela and Nicole explain how never assuming and always doing your best can change your life for the better. Also, find out why our motto this week is "Don't cry over spilled booze". Find the full show notes and episode blog of the episode at www.angelawagnercoaching.com

We've all heard people say it: Follow your dreams! But how do we actually take action on that when, often, our dreams seem so far off? Angela discusses how she went after her dream of opening a yoga studio, and how all of us can fight through fear and self-doubt to take the first steps toward finding out where our dreams can take us.

Visit www.angelawagnercoaching.com for a free one on one clarity call with Angela.

Sara Reardon is the Vagina Whisperer. Oh yeah, folks, this week we are truly embracing our status as the podcast where there's no such thing as oversharing. Our special guest specializes in women's pelvic health and she's here to demystify the vagina and answer soon-to-be-mama Nicole's questions about what really goes on before, during, and after pregnancy.

Angela and Nicole discuss the first two sections of The Four Agreements, a set of principles based on Toltec wisdom and presented in the book by don Miguel Ruiz for living a happier life. We explain why "Be Impeccable with your Word" and "Don't Take Anything Personally" are words to live by. We give tips on how to motivate loved ones to live healthier, and get an adorable shoutout that inspires us to enjoy the little things.

When a fat stack of coupons comes in the mail, do you use them or lose them, and how can you know if you're really getting the most for your money? We talk about some of the drawbacks to bulk buying and extreme couponing. Coach AWags gives some clever tips on how to fend off snack attacks, and Nicole shares a very uncool Sucky Moment of the Week. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@angelawagnercoaching.com  Connect with us on Instagram & Facebook @CoachAWags.  We are so excited to meet you!

Erica Duran is a business coach and freedom-based luxury lifestyle designer. If you're wondering what that even means (hint: it's the coolest job ever), Angela and Nicole get the scoop from Erica on her former life as a professional organizer, how she helps people pursue their own entrepreneurial passions, and her tips on living a minimalist life with maximal luxury and function.

Have you ever worried about how much time you or those around you spend on your devices? We talk about how screen time can affect our lives and discuss some ideas on how we can drop the screens (not literally, please) and get back to what's real. Plus, why getting help is always a good idea and the benefits of doing something that scares you. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@angelawagnercoaching.com  Connect with us on Instagram & Facebook @CoachAWags.  We are so excited to meet you!

Renée Adams is a master of all things mindfulness, and she joins us as our special guest to talk about memory. We discuss why memory is so important in our daily lives, how we can use the present moment to slow down our perception of time, and crafty ways to improve memory through simple exercises. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@angelawagnercoaching.com  Connect with us on Instagram & Facebook @CoachAWags.  We are so excited to meet you!

Grab your swimsuit and your sunnies, slather on some sunscreen, and start sipping on a refreshing beverage: this week we're talking all about SUMMER! The season has officially begun, and we're bringing you tips on fun activities to keep the season exciting, as well as revisiting some childhood memories of the best season for family fun in the sun. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@angelawagnercoaching.com  Connect with us on Instagram & Facebook @CoachAWags.  We are so excited to meet you!

Kian Hervey is our special guest this week. She's the publisher and editor of Forty Magazine, a digital resource for recent graduates and young professionals. We discuss ways you can become happier at work and use your job to support your passions. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@angelawagnercoaching.com  Connect with us on Instagram & Facebook @CoachAWags.  We are so excited to meet you!

Do you know how you give and receive love? Today we dive into the topic of the Five Love Languages, exploring how they can inform your relationships with not just your spouse or significant other, but with everyone. Also, Nicole is back! We discuss the news from babytown, a stinky surprise from baby Zoe, and a refreshing #treatyoself Try This. Visit the Show Notes related to this episode. We have lots of fun and inspiring content on our website www.AngelaWagnerCoaching.com. Get in touch with Angela and Nicole at podcast@angelawagnercoaching.com  Connect with us on Instagram & Facebook @CoachAWags.  We are so excited to meet you!