Wellness and Wanderlust

Our homes can impact our mental health in a big way. This week, we're chatting with therapist turned interior designer Anita Yokota, all about how our living spaces affect other areas of our lives.Anita shares her favorite home therapy tools for us that not only help the aesthetics of our homes, but also help us create a sense of intention and achieve our other life goals. We also discuss tips for small living spaces, creating a gratitude spot in our homes, and how to know when it's time to give something away.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH ANITAWebsite: https://anitayokota.com/Book: https://anitayokota.com/bookpromoInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/anitayokota/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/anitayokota/_created/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblog

How can we move forward after receiving a difficult diagnosis?This week's guest is Heather C. Markham, author of the new book “Rough Waters: From Surviving to Thriving with a Progressive Muscular Dystrophy.” Heather is also a competitive Para Surfer, winner of Ms. Wheelchair Kentucky, an engineer, educator and wearer of many many hats—and her story is truly inspiring. After being diagnosed with a progressive muscular dystrophy at age 34, Heather took on new adventures and found new ways to create a joy-filled life.In our conversation, we talk about how Heather's diagnosis impacted her own identity, tips for maintaining resilience in difficult times, the challenges of traveling with a disability, and so much more. We also talk about adaptive technology and how we can create a more accessible and equitable world for all.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH HEATHERWebsites: makingwavesforgood.com, heathercmarkham.com and justforthelove.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heathercmarkham/Book: Rough WatersCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

What's your missing key to living your best life?We're catching up with Natalie Kehren, holistic life coach and our guest from Episode 93! Natalie is a trauma informed health practitioner who helps women unlock their true potential along their path to healing.In this conversation, Natalie shares what she's been up to since our interview last year, along with the missing keys that are holding us back in different areas of our lives. We discuss how certain coping mechanisms keep us from shining our light, ways to ground in our bodies, tips for reconnecting with our minds and souls, and so much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORThis episode is brought to you by ENERGYbits algae tablets. Use my code WELLNESSANDWANDERLUST for 20% off your purchase! Website: energybits.com Podcast Episode: Boosting Your Immune System with Algae with Catharine ArnstonCONNECT WITH NATALIEWebsite: https://www.nataliekehren.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natalie.kehren/Missing Keys Quiz: https://www.nataliekehren.com/quizCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

Ready for a grand adventure? Tune in to learn all about how one couple hiked across several countries in Europe over the course of a few months.Today's guest is Kathy Elkind, author of the new book To Walk It Is To See It. In her late fifties, Kathy and her husband took what they call an “adult gap year” and hiked 1,400 miles across Europe's GR5. Kathy shares how they prepared for this adventure and what the journey looked like. In our conversation, we discuss the power of self-compassion, how to navigate this type of trip as a couple, advice for those new to hiking, what to pack for a long-distance trek and much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORThis episode is brought to you by Vivoo. Use my code VALERIE20 for 20% off your purchase of Vivoo self-tracking sticks. Website: Vivoo.io Podcast Episode: Optimizing Our Health Through Biohacking with Miray TayfunCONNECT WITH KATHYWebsite: https://www.kathyelkind.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathyelkindBook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1647425255/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

How can dance and movement bring us joy and help us heal?This week, we're chatting with Rachel Fleischman, a licensed psychotherapist and social worker, and founder of both Bliss Counseling and Dance Your Bliss. Over the last two decades Rachel has supported thousands of humans to deepen their creativity, live their full expression, and love themselves fiercely. In our conversation, Rachel shares how movement can help us in our healing journeys, and ways we can spark our creativity in our everyday lives. We also discuss the power of self-compassion and how we can get there, tips for restorative rest, and how we can learn to better understand and appreciate our bodies.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH RACHELWebsites: https://www.blisscounseling.com/ and http://www.dancingyourbliss.com/Email: dancingyourbliss@gmail.comCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

You've probably heard of random acts of kindness, but what about intentional acts of kindness?This week, we're taking our kindness one step further with our guest Alan S. Questel, author, director and teacher of the Feldenkrais method.Alan's mission is to spread kindness in the world. In our conversation, he shares what we can do to like ourselves more, and how we can be more intentional in our acts of kindness. We also discuss ways to practice kindness without being taken advantage of, making sustainable habit changes, how to become better listeners, and much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH ALANWebsite: http://www.practicing-kindness.com/Book: https://www.practicing-kindness.com/book/Email: Alan@practicing-kindness.comCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

Let's explore the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda!This week's guest is Dr. Shivani Gupta, an Ayurvedic practitioner with more than 20 years of experience and the founder of Fusionary Formulas, where she offers medical grade turmeric, hormone balancing teas and more.In our conversation, Dr. Shivani shares the basics of Ayurveda for beginners, along with ancient self-care practices we can all incorporate into our lives. We also discuss the healing power of turmeric, herbs and adaptogens that can balance our systems, and Ayurvedic morning routines.Our listeners will receive 15% off their first order at Fusionary Formulas when they use the code WANDERLUST!If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH DR. SHIVANI GUPTAWebsites: www.ShivaniGupta.comwww.FusionaryFormulas.com6-Week Ayurveda Immersion: https://www.FusionaryMethod.com/Podcast: Fusionary Health Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6BNpFqBN9Hamm4qSf0NFGVFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheShivaniGuptaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.shivanigupta/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@shivaniguptaphd-modernayur877TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.shivaniguptaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/FusionaryFormulasInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fusionaryformulasrx/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FusionaryformulasCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

What can we do to create a life that truly feels wonderful to us? This week's guests are all about taking our wellness to the next level and making decisions that allow us to thrive both physically and emotionally.Dr. Alona Pulde and Dr. Matthew Lederman combine conventional Western medicine, Chinese medicine, lifestyle medicine, nonviolent communication and more to create their groundbreaking health paradigm. They have been successful corporate leaders, starred in the life-changing documentary Forks over Knives, lectured for eCornell, served as adjunct medical school professors and corporate medical advisors, and are NY Times bestselling authors.In their newest book Wellness to Wonderful, Drs. Pulde and Lederman provide practical advice for leading a healthy and vibrant life. In our conversation, we discuss their fundamental pillars of health and how we can live a life that isn't just “ok” but is truly “wonderful.” We discuss ways to break out of survival mode so that we can really thrive, how to empower ourselves by connecting to our choices, tips for creating purpose, and much more. If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH OUR GUESTSWebsite: https://weheal.health/Book (Paperback): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C2S1JGZKKindle: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C2JNF8C7Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellness2wonderful/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellness2wonderfulYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wellness2wonderfulTwitter: https://twitter.com/well2wonderfulTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wellness2wonderfulCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

How can we shift from one state of mind to the next by using technology to its full advantage?This week, we're chatting with Dr. Sean Sullivan, a a licensed clinical psychologist and founder and CEO of OnePerfect, a mental health and wellness platform that delivers personalized mindset shifting experiences called Shifts.In our conversation, Dr. Sullivan shares how we can use technology for good when it comes to our mental health, ways to shift ourselves into a more positive state of mind, why mental health is the most important part of our overall health, and so much more. Plus, he takes us through a shift experience of our own, to give you a better idea of what those shifts look like in practice!If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH DR. SULLIVANWebsite: https://www.oneperfectshift.com and https://www.oneperfect.com/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

Time for a little flower power! We're learning about all things flower essences this week with Dr. Melissa Crum, founder of The Flower Remedy and Doctor of Oriental Medicine. In our conversation, Melissa shares what flower essences are, how they differ from essential oils, and how flower essences help us heal on an emotional and energetic level. We also discuss other forms of classical homeopathy (including arnica, one of my favorites!) and ways to incorporate more self-care into our lives.Listeners receive 20% off their order at The Flower Remedy using code VM20.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH DR. MELISSA CRUMWebsite: https://theflowerremedy.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcrumsflowerremedyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFlowerRemedy/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

How can we incorporate our Human Design blueprints into our lives as a whole?This week, we are chatting with Raven Scott, Author of Empath and the Narcissist, Human Design Expert, and Podcast Host & Coach at Get More Listeners Academy. She discusses her healing journey and lessons learned after leaving an abusive relationship, and uses the practice of Human Design to help others on their own healing path. She shares the basics of Human Design and how we can incorporate different aspects of our charts into finding more purpose in life, maximizing our energy, and discovering our inner authority. If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH RAVENWebsite: https://ravenscott.show/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravenscottshowCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

How can we take on a more holistic approach to our wellness?This week on the show, we're chatting with Neil Cannon, health coach, best-selling author and podcast host. Neil is driven to help people seek out the root causes of their ailments. In our conversation, Neil introduces us to the Four Pillars of Vitality (physical, mental, emotional and energetic) and shares how he incorporated lifestyle changes in order to treat lifelong eczema and other health concerns. We also discuss the journey of healing through trauma, the power of forgiveness, how to remove inflammatory foods from our diets, and so much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORThis episode is brought to you by ENERGYbits algae tablets. Use my code WELLNESSANDWANDERLUST for 20% off your purchase!Website: energybits.comPodcast Episode: Boosting Your Immune System with Algae with Catharine ArnstonCONNECT WITH NEILWebsite: https://www.vitalitysecret.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/NeilCannon1980Instagram: http://instagram.com/NeilCannonVitalityYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/NeilCannon80Podcast: https://vitalitysecret.com/podcast/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

What does SWAGGER mean to you, and what can we do to claim our own swagger?Our guest for today is Jennifer Mrozek Sukalo, founder of SWAGGERU and author of the new book, “Claim Your Swagger: Stop Surviving and Start Thriving.” In our conversation, Jennifer shares how we can truly embrace every part of ourselves and find purpose in life's challenges. We talk about developing our sense of self-worth, understanding our strengths, the power of authenticity, and so much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH JENNIFERWebsite: https://www.swaggeru.com/Linktree: https://linktr.ee/swaggeruInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/swaggeru_jennifersukalo/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifermrozeksukalo/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/swaggerujennifersukalo Twitter: https://twitter.com/jennifersukaloCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

If you've experienced your share of burnout lately, this episode is for you. This week, our guest is Angela D. Coleman, a holistic health expert and founder of the global nonprofit Sisterhood Agenda. Angela has written more than 20 books, including her latest, “The Art of Chilling Out for Women.”In this episode, Angela shares practical strategies to embrace self-care, slow down and create balance in our lives. We talk about creating powerful affirmations for healing and restoration, ways to ground ourselves in nature, how to foster greater self-awareness, tips for protecting our energy and much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORAre you ready to feel more energized, focused, and supported? Go to https://zen.ai/wellnessandwanderlust1 and add nourishing, plant-based foods to fuel you from sunrise to sunset.CONNECT WITH ANGELAWebsite: angeladcoleman.comBook: The Art of Chilling Out for WomenInstagram: @sisterhoodagendaLinkedInFacebook: facebook.com/sisterhoodagendaCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

How can we take back control of our health and really uncover the cause of our symptoms?This week, we're chatting with Reed Davis, an expert in functional lab testing and holistic lifestyle medicine. He is the Founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® (FDN) and the FDN Certification Course with more than 4,000 graduates in 50 countries.In this episode, we delve into the power of functional diagnostic testing, uncovering the HIDDEN factors that may be hindering your well-being and vitality. Reed shares tips for taking back control of your own health, his DRESS for Success protocol, how stress impacts our overall wellness, and much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORAre you ready to feel more energized, focused, and supported? Go to https://zen.ai/wellnessandwanderlust1 and add nourishing, plant-based foods to fuel you from sunrise to sunset.CONNECT WITH REEDGet Your FREE Guidebook: https://fdntraining.com/wellnessandwanderlustWebsite: https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fdntraining/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FunctionalDiagnosticNutrition/Twitter: https://twitter.com/FDNtrainingYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7xDnEKCe9gKeWZ2vbE3C8wLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/san-diego-natural-health-&-fitness-ctr/Podcast: https://www.functionaldiagnosticnutrition.com/health-detective-podcast/CONNECT WITH THE PODCASTWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

How can we accelerate our healing journey?This week's guest is Danny Greeves, also known as The Trauma Expert. He is an author and trauma therapist, recognized as one of the top coaches by USA Today.In this episode, we explore the profound impact of trauma on our lives and how it shapes our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Danny shares powerful insights, practical strategies, and tools for healing and finding resilience in the face of adversity.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH DANNY https://www.facebook.com/danny.greeves https://thetraumaexpert.co.uk/ https://trauma-resolution.scoreapp.com/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

This week, we have a special treat for you as we welcome the incredible duo, Marc and Angel Chernoff, to the show. You're probably already familiar with Marc and Angel through their blog, Marc and Angel Hack Life, and their many best-selling books. Marc and Angel are renowned authors, speakers, and most recently, the creators of The Good Morning Journal, a powerful tool designed to help you start your day with intention and positivity.In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of morning rituals, discussing how The Good Morning Journal can enhance your mindset, productivity, and overall well-being. Marc and Angel share their insights on cultivating gratitude, setting meaningful intentions, and the importance of consistency in creating new habits.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORAre you ready to feel more energized, focused, and supported? Go to https://zen.ai/wellnessandwanderlust1 and add nourishing, plant-based foods to fuel you from sunrise to sunset.CONNECT WITH MARC AND ANGELWebsite: marcandangel.comBook: The Good Morning JournalInstagram: @marcandangelFacebook: facebook.com/marcandangelhacklifeCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

This week, we're exploring the intersection of environmental conservation and mindfulness, and how protecting our planet relates to our overall wellness. Our guest is Joshua Sam Miller, founder of Embodied Sounds, who has performed all over the world, including Burning Man. With a background in sound healing, Joshua recently joined the international film festival circuit with his Sounds of the Ocean immersive experience.In our conversation, we discuss the power of sound healing, how environmental activism and wellness go hand-in-hand, ways to incorporate mindfulness into our daily lives through sound, and much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORAre you ready to feel more energized, focused, and supported? Go to zen.ai/wanderlust and add nourishing, plant-based foods to fuel you from sunrise to sunset.CONNECT WITH JOSHUAWebsites: soundsoftheocean.com and embodiedsounds.comInstagram: @sounds.oftheoceanYouTube ChannelFacebook pageTwitter: @soundsoftheoceanCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_saysOTHER RESOURCES Being Unapologetically Authentic Episode ft. Valerie Moses Ep 113: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Redefining Success with Jean Tien

What can we do to create space in our day to slow down and reflect?This week's guest is Michael O'Brien, a meditation teacher and the creator of the Pause Breathe Reflect app, which makes mindfulness straightforward and relatable. In July of 2001, Michael was struck head-on by a speeding SUV while he was out cycling. Today, he refers to this as his “Last Bad Day” and shares how that healing journey led to his work in mindfulness and meditation. In our conversation, Michael shares how that day collided with his sense of identity, how he now incorporates gratitude into his life, and why slowing down can help us ease our suffering. We also discuss ways to use mindfulness to avoid burnout, the power of lovingkindness, how we can create meaning in the difficult moments, and much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORAre you ready to feel more energized, focused, and supported? Go to zen.ai/wanderlust and add nourishing, plant-based foods to fuel you from sunrise to sunset.CONNECT WITH MICHAELPause Breathe Reflect: https://www.pausebreathereflect.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pausebreathereflect/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pause-breathe-reflectCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

The temperatures are heating up, so it's time to begin our spring cleaning! This week, we have a very special guest, Jane Stoller, returning to the show. Jane Stoller is the founder of Organized Jane and the author of Decluttering for Dummies, Organizing for Your Lifestyle and more. (She was also our guest last year on Episode 71 of this show!)With spring in full bloom, we're here to discuss all things organization, from spring cleaning tips to decluttering your digital world and your business. Jane also answers a few listener questions. Join us as we learn some valuable tips and tricks to streamline your life and bring a sense of calm and order to your surroundings.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORAre you ready to feel more energized, focused, and supported? Go to zen.ai/wanderlust and add nourishing, plant-based foods to fuel you from sunrise to sunset.CONNECT WITH JANEWebsite: https://organizedjane.com/Instagram: @organizedjaneYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JaneStollerCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

How can we invite in our emotions without allowing them to overtake us?On this week's episode, we're diving into all things emotions with a dear friend of the show, Devon Loftus, founder of Moon Cycle Bakery and one of our guests from Episode 49.In addition to her work with Moon Cycle, Devon is a creative writing teacher, positive psychology practitioner and author of the new book “Dwell: A Journal for Naming, Processing and Embracing Your Emotions,” which will be released on April 18. Her book uses creative journaling prompts to invite readers to welcome all of their emotions without judgment or shame.In our conversation, Devon shares why it is so important for us to feel our feelings. We talk about the different types of emotions we face and how they might affect us, why personifying our emotions can help us deal with them in healthier ways, how we can channel our anger during moments of injustice, and much more. Plus, Devon updates us on what's happening at Moon Cycle Bakery, and we walk through one of the journal exercises from her new book.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORAre you ready to feel more energized, focused, and supported? Go to zen.ai/wanderlust and add nourishing, plant-based foods to fuel you from sunrise to sunset.CONNECT WITH DEVONWebsite: https://devonloftuswrites.com/Book: https://devonloftuswrites.com/booksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_devonloftus/Substack: https://devonloftuswrites.substack.com/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

Addiction is a topic that is often stigmatized, but it touches almost every single one of us in some way.Our guest is Mike Gibson, a former NFL player and now addiction counselor at the Mental Health Center of San Diego, who shares his journey to recovery. In our conversation, Mike and I talk about his retirement from the NFL and the toll that this transition played on his mental health. He shares what that road to sobriety looked like and the mindset shifts that can help us all out in challenging times.We also discuss how addiction is considered a family disease, and what loved ones can do to show our support while setting boundaries and protecting our own energy.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH MIKEWebsiteS: https://mhcsandiego.com/ and https://healthyliferecovery.com/Instagram: @mike.gibson69CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

Time to spill the tea! We're chatting with Jenny Tse, founder of Sipping Streams Tea Company, about all things sustainability, entrepreneurship, and -- you guessed it -- tea. We dive into the many health benefits of tea and how it can positively impact our physical and mental wellbeing. Jenny shares her journey from school educator to founder of the world's first geothermal tea farm, and we learn about how tea can bring people together. I love a good founder story, and you'll enjoy learning about this amazing company and the work they are doing in the sustainability space.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH JENNYWebsite: https://sippingstreams.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sippingstreams/Podcast: https://sippingstreams.com/pages/podcastBook: https://www.amazon.com/Essence-Tea-Transformational-Journey-Connoisseur/dp/1732938008Tea Education: https://universi-tea.com/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

In this week's episode, we chat with Suzanne Culberg, an international mindset coach, speaker, and author who specializes in helping people-pleasers and over-givers set boundaries in a way that feels good. Setting boundaries is crucial to our overall wellbeing, and in our conversation, Suzanne shares practical tips for saying no in a way that protects your peace and improves your relationships.We also explore the concept of neurolinguistic programming (NLP) and how it can shape our thought patterns and behaviors. Suzanne shares her own weight loss journey and how it inspired her work as the Nope Coach today.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH SUZANNEWebsite: https://www.suzanneculberg.com/Newsletter: https://www.suzanneculberg.com/newsletterFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/suzanneculbergInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne_culberg/Book: https://www.suzanneculberg.com/book/Podcast: https://www.suzanneculberg.com/podcast/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

How can we turn our pain into purpose and help others feel less alone?I'm excited to introduce you to my friend Berlina Washington, our guest for today's episode of the podcast. Berlina is a trauma-related awareness advocate who uses her platform to share her personal story and those of other women. In July 2022, Berlina created Within Her Brand as well as Behind Within Her Podcast as a safe space for women from different backgrounds to share their stories.In our conversation, we talk about our non-negotiables for self-care. Berlina shares what her routine looks like, how boundary-setting has helped her along her healing journey, and what we can do to really let our voices be heard.OUR SPONSORThis episode is brought to you by ENERGYbits algae tablets. Use my code WELLNESSANDWANDERLUST for 20% off your purchase!Website: energybits.comPodcast Episode: Boosting Your Immune System with Algae with Catharine ArnstonCONNECT WITH BERLINAWebsite: https://www.withinher.coInstagram: @withinherbrand and @behindwithinherpodcastEmail: info@withinher.coCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_saysOTHER RESOURCESInterview on Behind Within Her Podcast - "Finding Your Purpose" - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-your-purpose/id1636377506?i=1000588611666Interview on Behind Within Her Podcast - "What is Generational Trauma?" - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-is-generational-trauma-part-1/id1636377506?i=1000597044111Book: Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself by Nedra Tawab

How does unresolved stress manifest itself in our bodies and minds, and how can we begin to heal and move forward?This week's guest is Christopher Maher, a former Navy SEAL turned mental health expert who combines a “SEAL mindset” with modern stress management strategies. Many of us are not living in alignment with our higher selves, and in this conversation, Christopher shares how we can get there through breathwork, vulnerability with others, and more.We talk about his path to becoming a SEAL and what his wellness journey looked like along the way, tools to get us out of our fight or flight response when we're not in physical danger, how our bodies hold onto the imprints of our generational trauma, and much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH CHRISTOPHERWebsite: truebodyintelligence.comBook: Free for Life: A Navy SEAL's Path to Inner Freedom and Outer PeaceInstagram: @truebodyintelligenceFacebook: facebook.com/truebodyintelligenceYouTube ChannelCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

How can we be focused, intentional, and tough in the face of trauma?Our guest for this week is Bela Castro, holistic health coach and founder of the B-Fit program. Mindset plays such an important role in everything that we do, and in this week's conversation, Bela shares how we can hack our own mindsets to transform our lives, become more resilient, and manifest what we truly desire. We talk about what to do when youre feeling completely stuck, creating time for fun, and the actions we can take to live happier and healthier lives.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORThis episode is brought to you by Vivoo. Use my code VALERIE20 for 20% off your purchase of Vivoo self-tracking sticks. Website: Vivoo.io Podcast Episode: Optimizing Our Health Through Biohacking with Miray TayfunCONNECT WITH BELAWebsite: https://www.bfitatl.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bfitbybela/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

How can we fit in and thrive in a world that was not designed for us?This week, we are chatting with Belinda Clemmensen, founder and CEO of the Women's Leadership Intensive, and author of the new book, “Women, Leadership, and Saving the World.” In our conversation, we talk about the need for equity in the workplace and beyond, and ways we can start moving the needle in the right direction. Belinda also shares how we can connect with what matters most to us, tips for creating equity and equality at home, how men can be a part of the change, and how to better navigate our fight, flight or fawn response. If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORThis week's episode is brought to you by Kitcaster, a podcast booking agency that specializes in developing real human connections through podcast appearances. If you're an expert in your field or you have a unique story to share, Kitcaster can help you grow your brand and connect with podcasts that fit your niche.Visit https://kitcaster.com/wanderlust/ to apply for a special offer for friends of this podcast.CONNECT WITH BELINDAWebsite: https://www.womensleadershipintensive.ca/Book: https://www.womensleadershipintensive.ca/bookInstagram: https://instagram.com/womens.leadership.intensive/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womensleadershipintensiveLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belinda-clemmensen-6aa94014CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

Let's welcome the lovely Lizzy Cangro back to the pod! Lizzy is an expert nutritionist and best-selling author of the book, “Reclaim the Rebel,” all about how we can defy our limiting beliefs and achieve unconditional self-love. Lizzy first appeared on Episode 73 of this show, and this week we dive even deeper.In our conversation, Lizzy and I talk about New Year's Resolutions and goal setting, and why you might not be reaching the goals you initially set for yourself. We discuss positive habits that lead to major transformation in our lives, how we can get reconnected with our bodies, why the traditional approaches sold to us in nutrition are often not geared toward women, and ways we can step into our power this year. If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORThis episode is brought to you by ENERGYbits algae tablets. Use my code WELLNESSANDWANDERLUST for 20% off your purchase! Website: https://www.energybits.com Podcast Episode: Boosting Your Immune System with Algae with Catharine ArnstonCONNECT WITH LIZZYWebsite: https://nutritionbylizzy.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/nutritionbylizzyBook: https://bookshop.org/p/books/reclaim-the-rebel-12-rebellious-acts-to-achieve-unconditional-love-for-your-body-lizzy-cangro/17746419?ean=9781737631507CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

What can we do to create a more empowered life for ourselves and tap into our intuition?This week's guest is Susan Burrell, the author of “Live Your Empowered Life” and host of the “Empowering Chats with Susan Burrell Podcast.” Susan is also an intuitive healer and a spiritual guide who helps her clients through life's many crossroads.In our conversation, Susan shares how she first got into this type of work and the many ways we shut down our own intuition throughout the course of our lives. We talk about the role that the patriarchy plays in the world and the importance of inviting in the divine feminine, the journey from worthless to worthy and how we can get there, ways to lead with love even in times of political turmoil, and the many lessons our travels can teach us.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH SUSANWebsite: https://www.susanburrell.com/Empowering Chats Podcast: https://www.susanburrell.com/podcastsInsight Timer Meditations: https://insighttimer.com/susanburrellBook: https://www.susanburrell.com/bookFree Gift: https://www.susanburrell.com/free-gift-meditationInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/liveyourempoweredlife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanburrellpage/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LYILSusanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanburrell/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

Let's continue our conversation on resilience!This week's guest is Connie Monroe, author of “Holding Onto Joy Through Abandonment and Divorce.” Connie is the CEO of Monroe Coaching, which helps women after their divorce, and when they either cannot or do not want to have children. In our conversation, Connie shares what her own journey looked like, along with her tips for rebuilding our lives after heartbreak. We talk about how to choose joy, the power of setting intentions at the beginning of the day, ways to clear your mind and stop that pattern of rumination, and much more. If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH CONNIEWebsite: https://www.monroecoaching.com/Book: https://a.co/d/eEizUFsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/constancejmonroe/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/constancejmonroe/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/costaricamatasanos/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_saysOTHER RESOURCESBehind Within Her Podcast Episode on Generational Trauma: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/behind-within-her-podcast/id1636377506?i=1000597044111

We're talking about healing from heartache with the one and only Tal Yardeni!Tal is a breakup recovery coach who helps clients through her Breakup to Badass Formula, guiding women in the healing process and teaching them how to love themselves again. In our conversation, Tal shares her key tips for getting through a difficult breakup, and what we can do to build ourselves back up once we've accepted that the relationship is truly over. We talk about connecting to our intuition and our guides, giving ourselves the closure we crave, how we can boost our confidence after a relationship ends, and the power of looking inward in difficult times. If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORThis episode is brought to you by Vivoo. Use my code VALERIE20 for 20% off your purchase of Vivoo self-tracking sticks. Website: Vivoo.io Podcast Episode: Optimizing Our Health Through Biohacking with Miray TayfunCONNECT WITH TALInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetalyardeni/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

What is "post traumatic growth," and how can life's setbacks and challenges actually propel us forward?This week's guest is Dr. Jordyn Feingold, physician and well-being researcher who integrates positive psychology into medical education and practice. Dr. Feingold is also the co-author of the new book, CHOOSE GROWTH: A Workbook for Transcending Trauma, Fear and Self-Doubt, one of the first positive psychology books aimed directly at coping with and growing from pandemic life, with Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD.In our conversation, Dr. Feingold shares the science behind post-traumatic growth, and how life-altering events can challenge us to view the world differently. We talk about how to stay grounded in difficult times, the power of boundary-setting, ways to become more resilient, tips for improving our self-esteem and challenging our self-limiting beliefs, and why growth is truly a choice.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH DR. FEINGOLDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordynfeingoldBook: https://bookshop.org/p/books/choose-growth-a-workbook-for-transcending-trauma-fear-and-self-doubt-scott-barry-kaufman/17786214?ean=9780593538630Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jordynhfeingold/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordyn-feingold-a7528163 Twitter: https://twitter.com/jordynfeingoldCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

As empaths, what can we do to protect our energy while still sharing our light with the world?Today's episode features a special guest, Zoe Whitehead, a lunar light worker who helps her community align their lives with the cosmos. In this episode, Zoe shares her work to help empaths protect their light and set boundaries for themselves while resisting the tendency to “people fix.” We also talk about practices for raising our vibration, what “cord cutting” means and why it can be so impactful, how to survive the dreaded Mercury Retrograde, what we can do during the different lunar cycles to create more intention in our lives, and SO much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH ZOEWebsite: https://lunarlightworker.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lunarlightworker/Podcast: https://lunarlightworker.co.uk/podcastCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

How can mindfulness and yoga help us develop patience, empathy and more clarity? This week, we chat with Ali Smith, co-founder and executive director of the Holistic Life Foundation, all about the importance of these practices not only for adults, but for the kids in our lives, too.For the past 20 years, the Holistic Life Foundation has been teaching mindfulness techniques, breathwork and principles of yoga to thousands of at-risk kids in Baltimore schools. In our conversation, Ali shares the impactful work of the Holistic Life Foundation and what kids need most from the adults in their lives. We talk about the lessons imparted by Ali's Uncle Will and the importance of meeting people where they are at, ways to strengthen our self-awareness, the practice of loving others from a distance (Bhakti yoga), the power of reciprocal teaching, and so much more. If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH ALIWebsite: https://hlfinc.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holisticlifefoundation/Book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/let-your-light-shine-how-mindfulness-can-empower-children-and-rebuild-communities-ali-smith/17818827?ean=9780593332283CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

We have a very special guest for this episode - the one and only Captain Moses, also known as my dad! Alan Moses is a retired airline pilot who flew for a major airline for nearly 40 years. In this week's episode, we get into listener questions that you sent in! Alan shares his advice for those who are afraid of flying, one of his best dad jokes, how to change a car tire, his most memorable and his scariest moments as a pilot, and much more. Plus, he shares his thoughts on many of the conspiracy theories out there.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSOROur sponsor for this week's episode is Athletic Greens. Get a FREE one-year supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase when you visit athleticgreens.com/wanderlust.CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

What does success mean to you? We break it down in this week's episode when we chat with Jean Tien, the founder and creator of the SUCCESS Method! As the first-born daughter of Asian immigrants, Jean followed her parents' formula for success. Even though her corporate career flourished, she continued to fumble through life until she finally realized that “happily ever after” doesn't automatically happen when you start to make more money or climb the corporate ladder.In our conversation, Jean shares how we can define what success truly means to us, and what we can do to find meaning and joy in our work. We discuss our struggles with imposter syndrome and ways to overcome it, the difference between being busy and being productive, finding your zone of genius, and much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSOROur sponsor for this week's episode is Athletic Greens. Get a FREE one-year supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase when you visit athleticgreens.com/wanderlust.CONNECT WITH JEANWebsite: http://jeantien.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeanftien/Being Unapologetically Authentic Podcast: https://jeantien.podbean.com/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_saysOTHER RESOURCESBehind Within Her Podcast Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-your-purpose/id1636377506?i=1000588611666

What happens when you've been in therapy for years but just can't break through to the next step of your healing?In this episode, we are chatting with Rachelle McCloud, an emotional wellness coach and mental health therapist who helps clients move through their symptoms of anxiety, depression and trauma into remission. Rochelle discusses the brain's natural processes for healing and resolving symptoms, along with ways to transform through interventions like EFT, thought-filled therapy and more.We also discuss what it's like to be the “strong friend” and what we can do to change our mindset around healing, ways to hold space for ourselves during an emotional holiday season, and much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH RACHELLEWebsite: https://rachellemccloud.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachellemccloud/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_saysOTHER RESOURCESCanvasRebel Magazine Article: https://canvasrebel.com/meet-valerie-moses/

What is intermittent fasting, and how can it benefit our metabolism, hormone health and other areas of wellness? Our guest is Laurie Lewis, a certified health coach who combines her knowledge of nutrition with deep research and practice of time restricted eating. When Laurie first entered menopause, she experienced brain fog, sudden weight gain, memory loss and more. After four years of struggle, she finally stumbled upon intermittent fasting, which ultimately lifted the fog for her and caused her to feel more like herself.We talk about the myths behind intermittent fasting and how we can practice time-restricted eating in our own routines, why fasting may be helpful while traveling, how to balance a social life with a new way of eating, and much much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSOROur sponsor for this week's episode is Athletic Greens. Get a FREE one-year supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase when you visit athleticgreens.com/wanderlust.CONNECT WITH LAURIEWebsite: https://www.fastforwardwellness.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fast_forward_wellness/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

What is a "positive feedback loop" when it comes to our wellness, and how can we use it to transform our lives? This week's guest is an expert when it comes to creating healthy habits we can stick to!We're chatting with Abby King, an integrative nutritionist and the owner of Bliss Point Nutrition. Through Bliss Point, Abby's goal is to not only provide the physical tools to keep your brain and body healthy, but also the foundation to find your bliss in all aspects of life!Abby shares more about her bio-individual approach to wellness and how she helps clients get in touch with their bodies to intuitively understand what works best for them. We discuss ways to start listening to your body, mindset shifts we can make to improve our overall wellness, how to navigate the holiday season in a mindful way, and tips for prioritizing self-care and wellness while balancing a busy schedule. Abby and I also talk about creating a positive feedback loop when it comes to our health, and how one small change can ultimately lead to major transformation.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORThis week's episode is brought to you by Kitcaster, a podcast booking agency that specializes in developing real human connections through podcast appearances. If you're an expert in your field or you have a unique story to share, Kitcaster can help you grow your brand and connect with podcasts that fit your niche.Visit https://kitcaster.com/wanderlust/ to apply for a special offer for friends of this podcast.CONNECT WITH ABBYWebsite: https://www.blisspointnutrition.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abbylouise.kingTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blisspointnutritionGet 15% off your 1:1 coaching sessions with Abby when you book now through November 28.CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

This week, we are chatting with Dr. Victoria Veytsman, a cosmetic dentist with a passion for all things oral health and beauty. Her practice, Cosmetic Dental Studios, is female-founded and run, and features bicoastal locations in NYC and Beverly Hills.In our conversation, Dr. V shares what cosmetic dentistry is and how it can be both an art and a science. We talk about the power of a great smile, what happens to our smiles as we age, ways to improve our confidence and determine what it is that we truly align with, and tips to improve our overall oral health and well-being. Dr. V is so incredibly passionate about her craft, and it was a pleasure to learn more about the work she does!If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSORThis episode is brought to you by Vivoo. Use my code VALERIE20 for 20% off your purchase of Vivoo self-tracking sticks.Website: Vivoo.ioPodcast Episode: Optimizing Our Health Through Biohacking with Miray TayfunCONNECT WITH DR. VEYTSMANWebsite: veytsmandds.comInstagram: @drvictoriaddsCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: @wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: @moses_says

Our guest for today's episode is Kiki Athanas, also known as the ‘no more thinking about food girl'! After more than a decade in the nutrition industry, including founding a successful natural supplements company, Kiki has “quit wellness” and now instead helps women optimize their health by connecting to their bodies' intuition.We talk about the starve-binge cycle and how we can empower ourselves by truly understanding what our hunger feels like. Kiki shares techniques for recognizing fullness vs. satiety, what intuitive eating really looks like, how to incorporate mindfulness into our eating patterns, and how to honor and respect the boundaries of our bodies.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSOROur sponsor for this week's episode is Athletic Greens. Get a FREE one-year supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase when you visit athleticgreens.com/wanderlust.CONNECT WITH KIKIWebsite: https://www.kikiathanas.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiki_athanasCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

How can we recognize our worth and attract the right relationships? This week's guest is Toyia Watkins-Bedeau, founder of Understanding Her Worth and author of the upcoming book, Valuable. Toyia works with women to help them recognize their value and develop healthier relationships that last.In our conversation, Toyia shares what inspired her journey to work with women in this way, and some of the exercises she leads them through to uncover their worth. She also discusses how we can create better boundaries for ourselves, the pre-requisites we should have before entering our next relationship, and why we shouldn't allow our emotions to take the lead.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSOROur sponsor for this week's episode is Athletic Greens. Get a FREE one-year supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase when you visit athleticgreens.com/wanderlust.CONNECT WITH TOYIAAuthor Page: https://amazon.com/author/understandingherworthInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/herexpectationsEmail: latoyia68wept@yahoo.comCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

Let's talk about vitality! What does it look like for each of us, and what can we do to bring more of it into our lives?Our guest is Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer, a physician and certified nutrition specialist who practices data-driven, outcome-oriented functional medicine. We discuss her root cause approach to medicine and ways we can make healthy changes that last. Dr. Jessie shares what we can do to create a vision of vitality in our lives, common barriers to weight loss and how to overcome them, how to get off the roller coaster of yo-yo dieting, possible causes of inflammation in the body, and how to ditch the all-or-nothing mindset that has been instilled in so many of us.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSOROur sponsor for this week's episode is Athletic Greens. Get a FREE one-year supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase when you visit athleticgreens.com/wanderlust.CONNECT WITH DR. HEHMEYERWebsite: https://www.wellempowered.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellempowered/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

We're discussing money in a way we really haven't talked about before!Hanna Bier is the Founder and CEO of Money Bliss, where she works with ambitious women all over the world to recreate their relationship with money in a life-affirming, positive and loving way. As the granddaughter of refugees, she shares her own money story and how she has worked to create abundance in her life.Hanna and I talk about ways to improve our relationship with money and how to remove money blocks from our own energy. She shares tips for deepening your connection with source, what her manifestation process looks like, journaling practices to uncover what's blocking you from reaching your goals, and more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSOROur sponsor for this week's episode is Athletic Greens. Get a FREE one-year supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase when you visit athleticgreens.com/wanderlust.CONNECT WITH HANNAWebsite: https://www.hannabier.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannamoneybliss/Download the 13 Money Bliss Affirmation Cards: https://www.hannabier.com/affirmationsEmail: hello@hannabier.comCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

How can we make our digital nomad dreams a reality?This week, I chat with the incredible Max Pankow all about how her definition of wellness has changed throughout her travels. Max shares her journey from leaving Corporate America to booking a one-way flight overseas to now leading women's circles and coaching clients all around the world.We also talk about adapting to a slower-paced culture while still sticking to your goals, how to prepare financially for travel and living abroad, and tips for becoming a digital nomad yourself.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSOROur sponsor for this week's episode is Athletic Greens. Get a FREE one-year supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase when you visit athleticgreens.com/wanderlust.CONNECT WITH MAXInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxpankowCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_saysOTHER RESOURCESWell Done Life Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fall-into-self-series-ep-7-generational-trauma-pt-2/id1497477237?i=1000581284883The Artist's Way: https://amzn.to/3yE9YymSkyscanner: https://www.skyscanner.com/The Flight Deal: https://www.theflightdeal.com/Price of Travel: https://priceoftravel.com/Time Zone Converter: https://www.timeanddate.com/

Why is human connection so important to our overall wellness? We ask The Party Scientist himself to weigh in!This week, we're chatting with Jacques Martiquet, a corporate event strategist who helps human-centered workplaces design shared experiences that create a lasting difference in mental health, psychological safety and belonging.In our conversation, Jacques shares why human connection is so integral to our own wellness, and how we can develop more meaningful relationships. He shares tips for introverts who want to feel more connected without feeling depleted, the role that alcohol and other substances can play in our relationships, how to foster our relationships in times of social distancing, and more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSOROur sponsor for this week's episode is Athletic Greens. Get a FREE one-year supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase when you visit athleticgreens.com/wanderlust.CONNECT WITH JACQUESWebsite: https://thepartyscientist.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thepartyscientist/Law of Compounding Rewards Article: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/law-compounding-rewards-unlock-long-term-benefits-w-martiquet/10 Social Norms Damaging Your Relationships & Health Article: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/10-social-norms-damaging-your-relationships-health-w-martiquet/CONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

What does it mean to connect to the wisdom of your body, and how can it help us heal?This week, we chat with Emiscah Barker, an intuitive somatic coach who helps clients who are experiencing chronic and debilitating anxiety. She incorporates dance and movement, inner child work, nervous system regulation and other practices into her work.In our conversation, we discuss how we can become more tuned into ourselves and our bodies. We also discuss self-care practices for highly sensitive people, how to create a sense of safety within ourselves, ways to clear our space energetically, and SO much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!OUR SPONSOROur sponsor for this week's episode is Athletic Greens. Get a FREE one-year supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase when you visit athleticgreens.com/wanderlust.CONNECT WITH EMISCAHWebsite: https://www.emiscahrose.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewisdomofmybodyCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_saysOTHER RESOURCESWell Done Life Podcast Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fall-into-self-series-ep-4-generational-trauma-pt-1/id1497477237?i=1000579084827

Ready to live a clutter-free life? This is an episode you won't want to miss!Our guest is Deanna Yates, the founder and CEO of Wannabe Clutter Free and the host of the popular podcast, the Wannabe Minimalist Show. Deanna helps busy families learn how to let go of the stuff holding them back so they can enjoy more time together, stop spending their weekends cleaning house, and go after the life they really want to be living.In our conversation, we talk about why letting go of the stuff in our homes can help us improve our overall wellness, and ways we can adopt a more minimalist lifestyle. Deanna shares tips for creating intention in each space of your home, tips for getting your family on board, systems we can put in place to live with less clutter, and so much more.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH DEANNAWebsite: https://wannabeclutterfree.com/Podcast: https://wannabeclutterfree.com/itunesInstagram: instagram.com/wannabeclutterfreePinterest: pinterest.com/wannabeclutterfreeFacebook: facebook.com/wannabeclutterfreeCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_says

It's official: we've reached 100 episodes of the podcast!To celebrate our journey together, we are flipping the script this week! I am joined by my friend Cynthia Velasco, owner of Cynthia Plans and our guest from Episode 13 of the podcast. This time around, Cynthia sits in the host chair and interviews me all about the creation and evolution of Wellness & Wanderlust over the past 100 episodes.I'm so excited to share this peek behind the scenes and get a little more vulnerable with you all as we celebrate nearly two years of podcasting. Thank you to all of the guests and listeners who have made this milestone possible!If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH CYNTHIAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthiaplansTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cynthiaplansWebsite: https://www.cynthiaplans.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC84mry0lItWLck1ZU4kaRswCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_saysOUR SPONSOROur sponsor for this week's episode is Athletic Greens. Get a FREE one-year supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase when you visit https://www.athleticgreens.com/wanderlust.

How can we improve our quality of life through breathwork?This week, we're chatting with Haley Navarro, an energy healer, spiritual mentor, breathwork coach and host of The Unfiltered Soul podcast. Haley's mission is to help you remember your whole and true self.In our conversation, Haley shares her own healing journey from overwhelm, anxiety and disordered eating, and how breathwork can help us regulate our nervous systems. She discusses tips for dealing with sensory overload, ways to become grounded during stressful times, the power of saying no, and daily practices to create a stronger window of tolerance.If you enjoy this episode, please feel free to rate and review the podcast on whatever app you're listening on, and share with a friend!CONNECT WITH HALEYWebsite: https://mindbodyandbreath.com/Reiki Infused Breathwork Sept 8 (online): https://haleynavarro.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=3579771250% off Coupon code: WANDERLUSTInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamhaleynavarroThe Unfiltered Soul Podcast: https://haleynavarro.com/tusCONNECT WITH THE SHOWWebsite: WellnessAndWanderlust.netInstagram: www.instagram.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogFacebook: www.facebook.com/wellnessandwanderlustblogTwitter: www.twitter.com/moses_saysOUR SPONSOROur sponsor for this week's episode is Athletic Greens. Get a FREE one-year supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your first purchase when you visit athleticgreens.com/wanderlust.