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Today, I am blessed to have here with me Maria, an FDN practitioner, and Kristin, a Board-certified nutritionist, are plainspoken friends and practitioners who share a passion for women's health, especially women's health at midlife. As both are themselves menopausal, they've refined the art and science of thriving as a midlife woman based on both clinical and personal experience. They combine individualized nutrition and lifestyle changes tailored to midlife women's needs with mindset coaching, lab testing and hormone replacement therapy education to help women thrive so that they can stop or prevent their health from spinning out of control. In this episode, Maria and Kristin open up the show by revealing how they got involved in the health space. Maria and Kristin talk about their work with perimenopausal and menopausal women to create fundamental hormonal and whole health transformations. Plus, they give tips on how you can have a smooth transition to perimenopause and menopause and they provide practical advice on adjusting your lifestyle accordingly. Tune in as we chat about ditching oatmeal, avoiding veganism, and why we love the DUTCH test. Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Paleo Valley beef sticks, apple cider vinegar complex, organ meat complex & more. Use the coupon code KETOKAMP15 over at https://paleovalley.com/ to receive 15% off your entire order. Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list.  [00:50] Why Maria and Kristin Got Involved In The Health Space Maria needed to see a doctor because she was putting on some weight, she wasn't sleeping well, and her mood just tanked. Unfortunately, Maria was not getting the answers that she was seeking from her doctor. The doctor wanted to put Maria on hormone therapy right away. For sleep issues, the doctor prescribed clonazepam. Overall, Maria's doctor didn't get to the causes of why she was experiencing certain symptoms. For Kristin, she had hormone issues her entire life. The solution from doctors was always a birth control pill. However, Kristin didn't know enough to understand that this was hormonal dysfunction. In Kristin's thirties, she started to battle her weight, libido, and skin. Kristin's doctor told her that nothing was wrong with her. Sadly, Kristin's doctor would not check her hormones. Eventually, Kristin pursued a nutrition program and became board-certified. She started a journey on changing her food, hormones, and lifestyle. [09:25] How Making Lifestyle Changes Can Health Your Body Less is more when it comes to training. You may be overtraining. When you reduce your training, your weight may start to melt off. Sleep is a massive piece of your lifestyle. If you haven't already, it's time to get serious about your sleep patterns. Also, nourish your body and get monthly massages – it will make all the difference. [12:45] Making A Smooth Transition To Perimenopause When progesterone declines, it is never coming back. Menopause is a full 12 months without a period. The closer you get to menopause, there will be a lot of symptoms because your hormones are in flux. Some women, even with good adrenal health, are going to suffer. If you have low estrogen and low testosterone, you are fighting an uphill battle. [16:20] Practical Steps You Can Take Before Hitting Perimenopause First, dial in your nutrition. Women need to put down the smoothie and start eating bacon, eggs, and steak. Next, address adrenal health. It's time to learn how to live with your stress. In your thirties and forties, taking care of YOU is really important. Salt baths, massages, and wine will be essential self-care pieces. If you don't want to hit a brick wall in your late forties, then you need to deal with your self-care routine now. [23:35] Oatmeal: Why It May Not Be As Healthy As You Think Women don't understand satiety. They mistake nutritional choices that fill them up as satiety. Someone has oatmeal at 9 am, then they are snacking again at 11 am. A nourishing meal should not be made out of kindling. A meal should be something that will satisfy you for four or five hours. Your first meal of the day should be protein-heavy. Most of the time, oatmeal is a dessert. Plus, women will feel full because they are bloated from eating oatmeal. [27:30] The Importance of Eating Animal Protein vs. Plant-Based Protein There is a massive difference between animal protein and plant protein. Primarily, the most significant difference is the carbohydrate load. Meat will be mostly fat and protein. Whereas plant-based protein will be high in carbs. Another difference is the amino acid quality. A lot of people eating a plant-based diet are also on anti-anxiety medications. Why are girls in their twenties and thirties on more medications than people in their fifties? [32:55] Strong Stomach Acid Is One of Your Best Anti-Aging Tools As we get older, we become more nutrient deficient. If you don't have stomach acid, you aren't going to get the iron from meat. A lot of Maria and Kristin's clients are on hormone replacement therapy. However, if they don't have strong stomach acid, they won't benefit from their supplements. Stomach acid is going to sanitize anything that we eat. [39:55] Why The DUTCH Test Is The Best Diagnostic Tool In Functional Medicine Maria loves the DUTCH test because of estrogen metabolism. We want to see that the body is behaving with estrogen. Urine is the only way you will see estrogen metabolism. If you don't have good estrogen metabolism, there are certain lifestyle tweaks you can make. Also, Maria loves the DUTCH test because it is extremely empowering to women. Kristin loves the adrenal piece. Too many women normalize what they are living with. Learn more about DUTCH testing: https://dutchtest.com/ AND MUCH MORE! Resources from this episode: Wise and Well: https://wiseandwell.me/ Check out Maria's Website: https://mariaclaps.com Join Maria and Kristin in their Mighty Network: https://mastering-midlife-mayhem.mn.co/share/BY3x0QVuj7t8oFP8?utm_source=manual   Follow Maria Claps LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-claps-93040ba4/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maria.claps/ Follow Wise and Well: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wise_and_well_ Hormone Testing Methods Guide: https://mariaclaps.com/hormone-testing-guide/ Join theKeto Kamp Academy: https://ketokampacademy.com/7-day-trial-a WatchKeto Kamp on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUh_MOM621MvpW_HLtfkLyQ Order Keto Flex: http://www.ketoflexbook.com -------------------------------------------------------- / / E P I S O D E   S P ON S O R S  PureForm Omega Plant Based Oils (Best Alternative to Fish Oil): http://www.purelifescience.com Use ben4 for $4.00 off. Upgraded Formulas Hair Mineral Deficiency Analysis & Supplements: http://www.upgradedformulas.com Use BEN10 at checkout for 10% off your order.  Paleo Valley beef sticks, apple cider vinegar complex, organ meat complex & more. Use the coupon code KETOKAMP15 over at https://paleovalley.com/ to receive 15% off your entire order. Text me the words "Podcast" +1 (786) 364-5002 to be added to my contacts list.  *Some Links Are Affiliates* // F O L L O W ▸ instagram | @thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2B1NXKW ▸ facebook | /thebenazadi | http://bit.ly/2BVvvW6 ▸ twitter | @thebenazadi http://bit.ly/2USE0so ▸clubhouse | @thebenazadi Disclaimer: This podcast is for information purposes only. Statements and views expressed on this podcast are not medical advice. This podcast including Ben Azadi disclaim responsibility from any possible adverse effects from the use of information contained herein. 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Maria Bonilha used to be a freelancer trying to make ends meet. When she joined SOMBA Accelerator in the spring of 2020, she had a list with only 20 names on it and zero 1-1 clients. Today, she runs a 6 figure business, has built a team and created an ascension model with several successful programs.  In this episode of the 6 Figure Breakthrough Series, Maria shares how she successfully launched her first mastermind program and signature academy, scaling her business to 6 figures in 12 months.  In this Episode of The Sigrun Show: Why Maria joined SOMBA Kickstart (2:51) Why SOMBA Kickstart is also for people who are further along in their business (4:04) How Maria started out and her transformation (5:35) What Maria was earning as a freelancer vs. what she's earning today (8:45) How Maria's life has changed since she started her online business (11:01)  Why Maria's business doesn't feel like “work” (12:54) Maria's goal (14:25) If Maria can do it, so can you! This week I'm running a FREE 5-day training, and there's still time for you to catch up and get on board. I'm offering this training to get you to take action so you can succeed with your online business this summer and beyond.  Instead of overwhelming you with information, you will be immersed in actionable workshops, practical exercises, Q&A and hot seats with me — all for FREE.  To watch the replays and participate in the next live training, sign up here.

Maria and Jolio were managing car lots and making decent money, however they felt tied to their location and the amount of work put into the business was not worth the reward. Jolio decided that now was the best time to fulfill a passion of his and get into Real Estate. They became hooked immediately as soon as they sold their first house. After selling the car lots and fully committing to their new business, they managed to earn over 6 figures in less than a year! Maria and Jolio join me to share how they transitioned from managing used car lots to managing properties and selling houses. They share the dissatisfaction they found from both corporate jobs and having the work long hours at the car lots. They share what it's like working as a couple and how they can delegate work by their skillsets and strengths. They also share some of the mistakes they made in their first closing and what they learned from it.  “You got to take some risks. You got to put yourself out there. You got to learn to be uncomfortable and be okay with being uncomfortable constantly. “- Maria Valverde “If I could give any advice to someone starting out it would be: reach out. Don't be greedy. Don't say 'hey like if I partner with somebody, I'm gonna have to pay somebody 50% of the deal. That's the wrong mindset."- Jolio Solis On Today's Episode of Flip Talk: The difference between a course and a mastermind Why Maria and Jolio were not satisfied with their previous jobs What it's like working with your partner and how to delegate Overcoming the comfort of having a stable job Learning to “fail forward” and how to learn from a bad deal What mindset you need to maintain when starting out What tools Maria and Jolio wish they started using sooner Connect with Maria Valverde and Jolio Solis: Connect with Jolio on Facebook Connect with Maria on Facebook Connect with Maria on Instagram   Rate, Review, Learn and Share Thanks for tuning into the FlipTalk podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn even more about what it takes to build a 7-figure real estate business, head over to iTunes and subscribe to the show. Don't forget to tune into our other shows: FlipTalk's Rookie PlayBook and share your favorite episodes on social media to help other new investors learn what it takes to grow a successful business in the real estate investing industry. Join the community of FlipTalk fans on Facebook, YouTube,  and visit our website for even more content, information, and resources about real estate investing.

New Trend Alert! Tiny Plants are the curious collector's dream, and an awesome option for plant parents who are working with limited space OR are obsessed with teensy tiny adorable things like me. Leslie Halleck, one of the favorite recurring guests for Bloom and Grow Radio, joins us again to talk about her obsession with Tiny Plants, tips for caring for them, and a matchmaking session where she pairs the perfect tiny plant for each plant parent personality. Get ready to learn about teensy, tiny adorableness! Pre-Order Leslie's new book: Tiny Plants Get on the waitlist for the Bloom and Grow Garden Party Launch Be the first to gain access and founding member discounts  through joining our waitlist Snag your spot on the waitlist here   Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, so you don't miss the amazing episodes we have coming up! In this episode we learn: [05:29] Leslie shares how she spots plant trends and what the trend of small plants has changed in people’s lives [08:25] How Leslie got into the tiny plants hobby, her internship in the Puerto Rican rainforest, and her history with ferns [14:37] Do micro species have different DNA from regular plants? Why do they stay tiny forever? [18:22] The different tiny plant species featured in Leslie’s book and why you should get into the world of tiny plants [19:11] Why lithops are not beginner-friendly tiny plants and Leslie’s advice for taking care of them [20:47] Caring for tiny plants vs caring for regular plants, is there a difference? [23:18] How taking care of tiny plants serves as a wellness ritual for Leslie [25:25] Hunting for rare species is fun, according to Leslie [26:26] Tiny Plants bonus: know about the best plant vendors for your next tiny plants! [28:10] Where to get the best planty gifts for mother’s day [30:14] Maria’s favorite companion at the end of the day (aside from Billy) [32:11] Maria and Leslie’s current tiny plant favorites [34:51] How to style with tiny plants and why you have more options with them! [38:32] Why Maria is excited to take a deeper dive into the tiny plants world [39:50] How tiny plants make it easier to incorporate nature into your home [41:08] Maria shares one of the reasons she loves and appreciates plant parenthood [42:56] The best tiny plants for mindful plant parents [44:30] Are you a low-key plant parent? Here are the perfect tiny plants for you [45:26] Aesthetic and urban jungle tiny plants for the design-based plant parent [47:25] Edible tiny plants for the urban farmer plant parent [50:15] The tiny plants genus to check out if you’re a curious collector type of plant parent [56:55] Maria sends positivity and love to the Bloom and Grow community Mentioned in our conversation: Tiny Plants by Leslie Halleck Plant Parenting by Leslie Halleck Gardening Under Lights by Leslie Halleck Leslie’s previous Bloom and Grow episodes Grow Lights 101 Propagation 101 Root-ology Thank you to our episode sponsors: Modern Sprout Modern Sprout is connecting people and plants with their fabulous lines of grow lights, seed starter kits, and all sorts of planty products that empower people to cultivate their own indoor oasis, whether you live in a studio apartment or a sprawling farmhouse, with simple, stylish and sustainable green-thumb solutions for every home. They just launched new products like their seed starter kits and gift sets so head to modernsprout.com to check all their products out and use code 15bloom at checkout. Allagash Brewing Company Allagash Brewing Company is an amazing brewery and b corporation out of Portland, Maine that has just come out with Fine Acre: an organic beer that’s the perfect accompaniment to your indoor and outdoor gardening practices this spring and summer! Fine Acre’s launch supports organic gardening and farming, so we are celebrating with the Beer Gardening with Allagash Sweepstakes! The prize is insanely planty with over $3000 of gardening goodies. Head over to allagash.com for mechanics on how to join the giveaway! Fine Acre and other Allagash beers are for drinkers 21+. Please drink responsibly. Follow Leslie: Website Instagram Books Follow Maria and Bloom and Grow Radio: Take the Bloom and Grow Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle) Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon! Instagram and Facebook: @BloomandGrowRadio Tiktok: @bloomandgrowradio Subscribe to the Bloom and Grow Youtube Show! /Bloomandgrowradio Website: www.bloomandgrowradio.com Join the (free) Garden Club: www.bloomandgrowradio.com/garden-club

So we’ve all been in a garden center and picked up a plant, or had a friend give us a cutting and look at the plant in our hands and think “ummm what is this thing?” Today’s episode is all about learning some basic skills for identifying houseplants and how to observe our plants in order to get to know them better. We are joined by Derek of The Crazy Botanist for a higher level conversation about basic houseplant identification, and how to change our thinking around plants to see them for their leaf shapes, flowers and other identifying factors instead of just a name. This episode is a nice palate cleanser that encourages us to zoom out in our relationship to plants, in addition to the intense nerdy specifics we always like to deep dive on. I hope you enjoy it.   In this episode we learn: [02:05] Introducing Derek and episode key ideas [04:17] How Derek got into the plant parent life, where his obsession with plants started, and how he uses his degree in Botany! [06:23] How are plants classified? What is binomial nomenclature and how is it used to classify any living organism? [09:32] Derek breaks down the hierarchy of binomial nomenclature and the questions related to each denomination [12:54] What should we be looking for when identifying houseplants? What should we keep in mind when describing plants for identification? [15:33] What is the best—and easiest!—way to identify leaves? [17:39] Derek emphasizes the importance of proper communication in plant identification [18:26] Why Maria recommends having screen-free time with your plants [19:06] Derek shares his method of identification when going plant shopping—which you can also do! [21:07] A short history of plant identification methods and how the internet has made plant identification easier today [23:24] Where to get the most amazing indoor and outdoor gardening products and the best potting mixes [24:24] The best resource for your seed starting this season [26:30] How do you identify the flowers in your houseplants? Derek enumerates some factors that will help you with flower identification. [33:10] What identifying factors should you look for in stems? Do snake plants even have stems? [35:06] What are some houseplants that don’t look alike but are actually closely related? [37:03] Are there plants that look alike but are not related? Of course! [38:52] How do you tell maranta, calathea, ctenanthe, and stromanthe apart? [42:59] Where does The Crazy Botanist go for plant identification resources? [46:26] Derek reiterates the importance of accessible and understandable scientific communication [48:00] A little begonia identification lesson with help from the American Begonia Society! [51:20] Maria reflects on plant identification and how it helps us become better plant parents and better members of the plant community Mentioned in our conversation: American Begonia Society Leaf types and flower identification document Derek provided Sleep Whispers Podcast Thank you to our episode sponsors: Territorial Seed Company Thank you Territorial Seed Co for sponsoring today's episode! Territorial Seed Co provides high quality seeds and plants (over 2000 varieties) that are tried and tested on their 75 acre farm and have a ton of fall varieties for us to try! It's already time to start planning your 2021 garden! For seeds, plants, online garden planner, how to videos and more visit TerritorialSeed.com and use code BLOOM10 for 10% off. Espoma Organic Espoma Organics: for responsibly made, fabulous indoor and outdoor organic soils, fertilizers, pest control sprays and more visit espoma.com to find your local dealer or check out my amazon storefront of my favorite Espoma products here. Follow Derek Instagram @thechocolatebotanist Facebook thecrazybotanist The Crazy Botanist Youtube   Follow Maria and Bloom and Grow Radio: Take the Bloom and Grow Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle) Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon! Instagram and Facebook: @BloomandGrowRadio Tiktok: @bloomandgrowradio Subscribe to the Bloom and Grow Youtube Show! /Bloomandgrowradio Website: www.bloomandgrowradio.com Join the (free) Garden Club: www.bloomandgrowradio.com/garden-club

It’s Episode 16 of the podcast and this week we are joined by Maria Iliffe-Wood.   Maria is a leadership coach and Managing Director of Meridian Iliffe Ltd, a leadership and coaching development consultancy. On top of this, in 2020, Maria founded IW Press Ltd aiming to help people write and publish their book.   Maria is the go-to woman for leadership tips but was a marketing novice before meeting the one and only BizPaul. Since their acquaintance maria has found a way to use social media in a way that is comfortable for her and successful for the business. Now, it’s Maria’s turn to teach us to master our mind and overcome our self-imposed limitations.   What you will learn...  Why Maria is different from your standard coach  How to stop using our brain against ourselves  Why a lot of marketers feel ‘imposter syndrome’  How to remove feelings of ‘imposter syndrome’  Techniques to deal with negative thought patterns  How to spot the signals that you are thinking negatively  Why letting go of the pressure to prove your worth could make you a better, more creative marketer  Resources mentioned in the show...  https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08DJ9XTW9/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 (Daily Yarns Book)  https://www.meridianiliffe.co.uk/ (Meridian Iliffe Website)  http://www.fromquiet.co.uk/ (Coaching website)  https://3pgc.org/ (3PGC website)  Get a chat started with Maria on her https://www.facebook.com/iliffewood/ (Facebook), https://www.instagram.com/iliffewood/ (Instagram), https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-iliffe-wood-52682912/ (LinkedIn) and https://twitter.com/iliffewood (Twitter). Alternatively, you can visit the Meridian Iliffe https://www.meridianiliffe.co.uk/ (website) to find out more. 

So we have said goodbye to 2020 and all of the insanity that came with it, but there is something we haven’t said goodbye to: working from home. Many companies have pledged to work from home well into 2021, leaving us sitting in  our sweatpants, computer monitors and weird makeshift home offices with reluctant acceptance. People are spending more time than EVER indoors and at their screens, and that’s why it’s never been MORE important to have plants not only in our homes, but in our work from home office set ups. Since WFH isn't going anywhere, in 2021, I'm choosing to reframe it from a frustration to an opportunity. An opportunity to have complete control over our WFH environment and create our desk space oasis to look exactly like we want it. Today’s episode is all about the why and how behind bringing plants into our workspaces, whether you are still working from home or are back in your office. Cobbling together a work from home set up was STRESSFUL in 2020, in our old apartment  I had a desk that folded up into the wall, so I couldn’t even decorate and settle in the way I wanted. But now, as we turn the page to 2021, let’s shake things up create some stress free and  joyful moments in our lives! For me the solution here has been plants and something that blew me away recently is how many people in our community are going HAM on their workspaces with plants. I posted my planty wfh set up on IG in December, asking if anyone else created a jungle oasis at their desk the way I did in 2020, and SO many of you sent pictures of your amazing planty home office set ups, and asked for help and ideas for how to set up your own. So this episode is for you plant friends, inspired by you and members of our community, and I hope everyone walks away from this episode with one idea to incorporate a little more green into their daily workflow.  I’ve broken this episode into two sections: the WHY where we dive into the reasons why having plants are so important in our space and talk a little about biophilic design and then part two the HOW. I share ideas inspired from the WHY section, break down the ways I incorporated plants and biophilic design into my home office and then review some photos listeners sent in and hope their setups might inspire you as well.  Get the free download with 9 Tips for Greening Up Your Work From Home Office Space In the episode we learn: [02:07] Why Bloom and Grow Radio is doing an episode on #plantywfh spaces [04:39] Check out Maria’s Planty WFH space tour [05:03] What to expect from this episode on work from home setups and biophilic design [06:50] The AMAZING and unbelievable benefits of engaging with plants and biophilic design, according to 14 Patterns of Biophilic Design [07:27] What is biophilia, the idea behind it, and the important figures behind this wonderful hypothesis [09:24] The psychological role of plants in our creativity [10:09] How being around nature and scenery affects patient recovery, as studied by Dr. Ulrich in 1972 to 1981 [11:13] A review of direct versus involuntary attention based on studies by Stephen R. Kellert and Rachel Kaplan [13:41] Biophilic Pattern #1: Visual Connection with Nature [13:54] Planty WFH Tip #1: Put your desk near a window [14:15] Planty WFH Tip #2: Put plants within the eyeline of your desk [14:33] Planty WFH Tip #3: Have a green wall in your office [14:56] Planty WFH Tip #4: If you can’t have real plants, pictures of plants will do! [15:09] Biophilic Pattern #2: Non-Visual Connection with Nature [15:26] Planty WFH Tip #5: Play nature sounds like the one-square inch forest silence in the Olympic National Park, bird songs, or waves [16:36] Planty WFH Tip #6: Have different plant scents nearby, or you can use a diffuser like Maria!) [16:53] Biophilic Pattern #3: Non-Rhythmic Sensory Stimuli  [17:09] Planty WFH Tip #7: Set up bird feeders or pollinator-attracting plants, or take care of rare-blooming plants for a nice surprise [17:39] Biophilic Pattern #4: Thermal and Air Flow Variability [17:59] Biophilic Pattern #5: Presence of Water [18:07] Planty WFH Tip #8: It’s your humidifier’s time to shine! Maybe a tiny fancy plug-in fountain? [18:40] Biophilic Pattern #6: Dynamic and Diffuse Light [18:52] Planty WFH Tip #9: Install a grow light with a timer, and have a more sustainable work hours setup! [19:12] Planty WFH Tip #10: Reduce your blue light intake and light candles after a long day of work [19:33] Biophilic Pattern #7: Connection with Natural Systems [19:47] Biophilic Pattern #8: Biomorphic Forms and Patterns [19:56] Did you know there are interesting and precise angles in nature? [20:35] Biophilic Pattern #9: Material Connection with Nature [21:07] Planty WFH Tip #11: Add accents in your home office like wood grains, fossil textures, and bamboo rattans [21:30] Planty WFH Tip #12: Try a natural color palette of greens and browns [21:50] How Maria and Billy managed their storage during their move [24:52] Biophilic Pattern #10: Prospect [25:04] Why it’s important to change the focus of your eyes every once in a while [25:18] Biophilic Pattern #11: Refuge [25:19] Why Maria recommends a planty screen-free space [26:10] Biophilic Patterns #12: Mystery and #13: Risk and Peril [26:20] The biggest rule of thumb of biophilic designs for Maria [27:06] If you can’t have real plants, download the Bloom and Grow Radio’s free and gorgeous watercolor of prickly pear cactus in various states of bloom! [28:03] Planty WFH Tip #13: Envelop your space in plants (if you can!) [28:32] Maria’s planty WFH tips and ideas based on her own WFH setup [30:04] The best plants for low-light home offices [31:13] Are you blessed with a high-light office situation? Maria recommends these plants that love abundant light [31:36] Planty WFH Tip #14: Install grow lights to incorporate more plants [32:44] Planty WFH Tip #15: Tiny space? Go vertical! [34:21] Maria’s biggest takeaways from 14 Patterns of Biophilic Design and her top advice on #plantyWFH setups [36:26] Finding joy and awe in your #plantyWFH as a small break from your work day Mentioned Resources in today's episode Get the free download with 9 Tips for Greening Up Your Work From Home Office Space Check out Maria's #plantywfh office tour on youtube! Blog with photos of our community members #plantywfh set ups BAGR YouTube video Houseplant Tour: My Restorative Plant Corner // Why Plant Care Truly is Self Care BAGR Episode How To Use Plants To Create Restorative Environments With Anne Meore From NYBG 14 Patterns of Biophilic Design by William Browning, Catherine Ryan, and Joseph Clancy Hoh Rainforest Audio Biophilia by Edward O. Wilson Frederick Law Olmsted View Through a Window May Influence Recovery from Surgery by Roger Ulrich Stephen R. Kellert Attention Restoration Theory: Exploring the Role of Soft Fascination and Mental Bandwidth by Rachel Kaplan What Was That Like Podcast by Scott Johnson Thank you to our episode sponsor: Makespace makes storage simple, seamless and affordable without you EVER having to leave your apartment. They pick up, store and return your stuff and provide the packing materials! To learn more, visit makespace.com and use code SPACEPLZ for $100 off! Take the Plant Parent Personality quiz to unlock your Plant Parent Potential and get a curated list of plants, DIY planty projects and podcasts tailored specifically for your lifestyle. Follow Maria and Bloom and Grow Radio: Take the Bloom and Grow Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle) Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon! Instagram and Facebook: @BloomandGrowRadio Tiktok: @bloomandgrowradio Subscribe to the Bloom and Grow Youtube Show! /Bloomandgrowradio Website: www.bloomandgrowradio.com Join the (free) Garden Club: www.bloomandgrowradio.com/garden-club

What a year it’s been. I’m thankful 2020 is coming to a close and excited for 2021, I think a silver lining 2020 has given us is truly understanding the power of plants and how they can help us relieve stress and cultivate more joy in our lives. My goal for Bloom and Grow is to help everyone successfully care for plants for that exact reason, to make the world a kinder and greener place. Now… there is also a dark side to this hobby of plant care. There is a moment in all of our lives where our hobby teeters the thin line between joyful and stressful. Where we fall so deeply in love with plants, maybe we bring too many home at once, or go through a season of life where we can’t care for our collection and then feel disappointed in ourselves. I initially thought my struggles with plant parent overwhelm have been unique, an outlier in our community, but after hearing from you in the listener survey, or in dms and emails, I know this moment of Plant Parent Overwhelm is something we all struggle with.   On this episode of BAGR, we revisit highlights of Episode 43: Your Brain On Plants, in which I interviewed Dr Caitlin Vander Weele, a neuroscientist about what chemically happens in our brain when we get addicted for plants. The conversation was eye opening, and on this topic, feel like the things Caitlin shares shed so much light on a problem so many plant parents struggle with at one point through out their plant parenthood. After snippets of that episode with Caitlin, I then share experiences, strategies and suggestions on how to deal with Plant Parent Overwhelm and how to go on a plant pause.    In this episode we learn: [03:09] Why Maria wanted to tackle plant parent overwhelm in this special episode [07:17] How this AMAZING liquid fertilizer lessened my stress about plant care [08:56] Maria narrates her personal experience with plant pause and Billy’s intervention when she peaked her plant obsession [10:11] What is dopamine? How does taking care of plants, or successfully growing an herb garden in Maria’s case, release dopamine and fuel our plant craze? [13:16] Dr Caitlin explains how the dopamine in our brains can cause compulsive behaviors a.k.a. buy more plants than we intend [14:41] What is a neurotransmitter? Dr Caitlin describes the molecules, synapses, and receptors in layman’s terms, for better understanding of that new plant high! [17:16] How are plants different from our other ‘material obsessions’? What is oxytocin and why does taking care of plants (and babies) release this hormone? [19:12] The four major stages of compulsive buying behavior: anticipation, preparation, shopping, and regret [21:31] Dr Caitlin explains different research and hypotheses exploring why plants are good for our mental health [23:36] Why being in nature unlocks our creativity and brings us a more positive emotional state [24:09] Maria shares how checking her plants regularly in the morning makes her feel settled and less stressed [25:13] How does plant care affect our brain and how we process our thoughts? [26:33] What are some of the things you can look out for to avoid an unhealthy relationship with plants? Maria gives her personal experiences when she went through an unhealthy obsession with plants [28:27] How to Manage Plant Parent Overwhelm Tip #1: Understand your plant number [30:00] How to Manage Plant Parent Overwhelm Tip #2: Accept that you’re overwhelmed and forgive yourself! [30:42] How to Manage Plant Parent Overwhelm Tip #3: Assess where you are [31:16] How to Manage Plant Parent Overwhelm Tip #4: Set a budget and STICK. TO. IT. [31:47] How to Manage Plant Parent Overwhelm Tip #5: Find your focus [32:16] How to Manage Plant Parent Overwhelm Tip #6: Work with what you got!  [33:38] Maria shares her plant pause experience, her realizations during her plant pause, and how it benefited her plants and her home [35:33] Plant Pause Tip #1: Define your rules — YOU know what YOU can do [36:51] Plant Pause Tip #2: Involve your community (and get closer with them) [38:16] Plant Pause Tip #3: Set a timeframe [38:50] Plant Pause Tip #4: Be kind to yourself [39:25] Plant Pause Tip #5: Remember it’s quality over quantity [40:15] If you decide to take a plant pause, don’t worry! Maria shares some fun things you can do while on your plant pause [40:27] Streamline your design and collection, learn your plants’ Latin names, propagate, fertilize, and learn learn learn while doing your plant pause [41:24] Plant parenthood can be seasonal and you can have times when you aren’t being the best plant parent to your plants, and that’s okay! [42:11] Maria shares her musings about the year that’s passed and about the new year to come [43:38] Maria’s exciting news! What’s in store for Bloom and Grow Radio in 2021 Mentioned in this episode: Check out the companion youtube video about plant parent overwhelm  Blog where all tips and tricks discussed in this episode live BAGR Episode Root-Ology with Leslie Halleck BAGR Episode Your Brain on Plants Thank you to our episode sponsor: Espoma Organics: for responsibly made, fabulous indoor and outdoor organic soils, fertilizers, pest control sprays and more visit espoma.com to find your local dealer or check out my amazon storefront of my favorite Espoma products here.   Follow Dr Caitlin Vander Weele Follow Dr Caitlin Vander Weele Twitter:@caitvw Follow Maria and Bloom and Grow Radio: Take the Bloom and Grow Plant Parent Personality Quiz (Get the perfect plants, projects and educational resources for YOUR Lifestyle) Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon! 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In this interview, Nikki chats with Pilates teacher and owner of the online Pilates and fitness apparel store Maria Silver about why size inclusivity is important in the fashion and athleisure wear industry. They discuss: Why Maria has worked to make her clothing line as size inclusive as possible from day one The work that she has done to increase representation and diversity of models for her clothing line Why it's important that people with thin privilege advocate for people with bigger bodies Her inspiration for starting The Movement Shop and the mission behind her store How she comes up with her memes and the reason for her slogan Movement Comes in All Sizes To connect with Maria, say hello on Instagram @themovementshop or visit themovementshop.com to shop her designs. Please note, some of the links on this page are affiliate links and I may get a small kickback if you purchase anything through them at no additional cost to you. 

Take the Bloom and Grow Radio 2020 Listener Survey!  It’s always a pleasure to have my #plantfriendIRL Danae from Folia Collective back on the show. Danae is a beloved guest of BAGR from her episode on How to Start a Plant Shop. The Folia Collective shops are in Los Angeles and she has created an epic planty brand for herself and her shops that filled with the most gorgeous, varied plants and beautiful plant accessories.  Danae has always had an unbelievable eye for design and style and so it makes complete sense that she was tapped to write her new book which just came out:Houseplants for All: How to Fill Any Home with Happy Plants  This is a really unique book at the intersection of Plant Care and Plant Styling. I’m so excited about and Danae was nice enough to join me for a conversation around Plant Styling. I… am not so gifted with an eye for design, so this conversation was super informative and left me with lots of great ideas for projects and guidelines for our future home.   In this episode we learn: How and why Danae started Folia Collective Why she decided to create a book focused on plant styling and plant care Danae's personal plant style How to manage "trends" and the pressure to constantly buy new stuff Why style and care need to go to together What Danae's approach to plant style and plant consulting is Maria outs her most embarrassing plant killer story How to take the best instagram shot of your plants... and still have they stay healthy How to match your lifestyle with your plants Why Maria is the greatest planty Marie Kondo Student Danae's plant styling tips   Danae's Tips for Styling Large Plant Collection to look Curated and not Cluttered Choose a unifying theme for your planters (Maria's theme is white and terracotta) Think about how you arrange your plants: varying height, texture and shapes Group plants together (trays are a great way to bring groups together) Stack pots on top of each other to create height. You can flip a pot upside down and put another pot on top   Mentioned in today's episode: Buy Danae's New Book! Houseplants for All: How to Fill Any Home with Happy Plants * *BAGR Amazon Affiliate code*   Thank you to today's episode sponsors! Territorial seed provides high quality seeds and plants (over 2000 varieties) that are tried and tested on their 75 acre farm and have a ton of fall varieties for us to try! For seeds, their online garden planner, how to videos and more visit TerritorialSeed.com and use code BLOOM20 for 20% off.     Espoma Organics: for responsibly made, fabulous indoor and outdoor organic soils, fertilizers, pest control sprays and more visit espoma.com to find your local dealer or check out my amazon storefront of my favorite Espoma products here.         Follow Danae and Folia Collective Buy Danae's New Book! Houseplants for All: How to Fill Any Home with Happy Plants *  http://danaerolynhorst.com/  https://www.instagram.com/danaerolynhorst/  https://foliacollective.com/ https://www.instagram.com/foliacollective/   Follow Maria and Bloom and Grow Radio: Support Bloom and Grow Radio by becoming a Plant Friend on Patreon! Instagram and Facebook: @BloomandGrowRadio Subscribe to the Bloom and Grow Youtube Show! /Bloomandgrowradio Website: www.bloomandgrowradio.com Join the (free) Garden Club: www.bloomandgrowradio.com/garden-club

If you're interested in starting an online program, creating an online course or fully transitioning from a brick and mortar business to an online or virtual practice, this episode is for you.Today you're going to hear from Maria Tobelen. Maria is a functional medicine practitioner in Florida. She has transitioned from a brick and mortar business to a virtual practice. I want to bring attention to why it's important to innovate and adapt to how the the world has become more online. Listen to discover: Why Maria transitioned to a virtual practice Maria shares why she specializes in Hashimoto's and autoimmunity.  How being more specialized Maria was able to help more people create longer lasting change Show Notes: https://drdanielleeaton.com/podcast/166-transitioning-from-a-brick-and-mortar-business-to-a-virtual-practice-with-dr-maria-tobelen?rq=166

Production team:Host : Maria XenidouProducer: Julie-Roxane KrikorianIntroduction Voice: David Bourne  Contact us:impactlearningpodcast@gmail.com  Music credits:Like Lee performed by The Mini VandalsSoul and Mind performed by E’s Jammy JamBluesy Vibes performed by Doug Maxwell Mentioned in this episode:Impact Learning Episode 39  - My Money Story (Maria on Mic) Listen to this episode and explore: Maria’s library story (1:30)Maria’s mother’s story (3:53)Why Maria still gets books from her library (6:39)Why Maria donates to her local library (9:53)Maria’s call-to-action (12:20)  

Finding recipes that are easy to make, delicious, nourishing and a joy for your family and friends to eat is like hitting the jackpot … and that’s what you’ll get on the show today. Joining me is Maria Lichty from the Two Peas & Their Pod Cookbook and blog.   Maria Lichty is the voice and home cook behind the food blog and cookbook, Two Peas and Their Pod. Rounding out Maria’s pod are her husband and sous chef, Josh, and her two adorable boys, Caleb and Maxwell. Maria shares her journey from wedding day to top food blogger, her adventures in the kitchen as she feeds a household full of all those guys, and some of our favorite recipes from her blog and cookbook. We’ll end with some great cookie ideas to prepare you for holiday baking. We’ll learn about her recipe for Asian-Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon and Broccoli,  Artichoke and Spinach Dip, and many more!   Show HIghlights:   Getting to know Maria, her family, her blog, and her cookbook How Maria got into food blogging ten years ago, mainly to get through their wedding Maria’s background in learning how to cook at home with her dad How their blogging community has grown and changed over the years What family dinners are like in Maria’s home as she deals with picky eaters at times The most popular recipe on the blog: Dad’s Cinnamon Rolls How Maria defines her food focus and style How exposing kids to different foods helps eliminate picky eaters The process from developing recipe ideas to putting them on the blog or in the cookbook How Maria shares tips and tricks for getting confident and comfortable in the kitchen Maria’s top pantry staples: canned beans, pasta, whole grains, oatmeal, oils and vinegar, nuts and nut butters, canned tomatoes, and broth Maria’s “Feeling Toasty” breakfast ideas: avocado toast; toast with peanut butter, honey, and banana; toast with almond butter and fresh peach slices; and hummus on toast with tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and feta cheese Maria’s recipe for Asian-Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon and Broccoli: made with olive oil, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, fresh mint and cilantro, orange zest and juice, ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes Maria’s Everyday Butter Lettuce Salad with a vinaigrette of olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic or champagne vinegar, honey, garlic, and salt and pepper Maria’s Four Cheese Spinach and Artichoke Dip: made with cream cheese, Greek yogurt, frozen spinach, canned artichoke hearts, shredded fontina, mozzarella, parmesan, fresh basil, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper Some of Maria’s kids’ favorites: Slow Cooker Spaghetti and Meatballs, Black Bean Quinoa Enchilada Bake, Pesto Havarti Mac and Cheese, Enchilada-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes, and Tomato Basil Soup with Cheesy Garlic Dunkers How Maria and Josh meal-plan with their boys on Sundays to help them take ownership of the process One of Maria’s favorite go-to cookbooks: Baking: From My Home to Yours Favorite desserts in the book: Why Maria loves the cookie chapter and the dessert chapter, and her husband loves the Key Lime Bars The next big adventure for Maria? A random question from the Mason jar about Maria’s favorite food city or town Resources:   Baking: From My Home to Yours by Dorie Greenspan   www.superhealthykids.com www.parentsondemand.com     Twitter: https://twitter.com/twopeasandpod IG: https://www.instagram.com/twopeasandpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twopeasandtheirpod   Two Peas and Their Pod website: https://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/   Liz's better-for-you 7 Layer Bars: https://www.lizshealthytable.com/2015/02/26/lightened-up-seven-layer-bars/   GIVEAWAY: We are giving away a copy of the Two Peas & Their Pod Cookbook to one lucky U.S. winner. To enter for a chance to win, tell me about your go-to, always-a-win recipe that you make when you're feeding your family ... or your friends. So family vs. cooking for a crowd. What's your favorite? I'll pick the winner on December 4th at noon ET.

Finding recipes that are easy to make, delicious, nourishing and a joy for your family and friends to eat is like hitting the jackpot … and that’s what you’ll get on the show today. Joining me is Maria Lichty from the Two Peas & Their Pod Cookbook and blog.   Maria Lichty is the voice and home cook behind the food blog and cookbook, Two Peas and Their Pod. Rounding out Maria’s pod are her husband and sous chef, Josh, and her two adorable boys, Caleb and Maxwell. Maria shares her journey from wedding day to top food blogger, her adventures in the kitchen as she feeds a household full of all those guys, and some of our favorite recipes from her blog and cookbook. We’ll end with some great cookie ideas to prepare you for holiday baking. We’ll learn about her recipe for Asian-Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon and Broccoli,  Artichoke and Spinach Dip, and many more!   Show HIghlights:   Getting to know Maria, her family, her blog, and her cookbook How Maria got into food blogging ten years ago, mainly to get through their wedding Maria’s background in learning how to cook at home with her dad How their blogging community has grown and changed over the years What family dinners are like in Maria’s home as she deals with picky eaters at times The most popular recipe on the blog: Dad’s Cinnamon Rolls How Maria defines her food focus and style How exposing kids to different foods helps eliminate picky eaters The process from developing recipe ideas to putting them on the blog or in the cookbook How Maria shares tips and tricks for getting confident and comfortable in the kitchen Maria’s top pantry staples: canned beans, pasta, whole grains, oatmeal, oils and vinegar, nuts and nut butters, canned tomatoes, and broth Maria’s “Feeling Toasty” breakfast ideas: avocado toast; toast with peanut butter, honey, and banana; toast with almond butter and fresh peach slices; and hummus on toast with tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and feta cheese Maria’s recipe for Asian-Glazed Sheet Pan Salmon and Broccoli: made with olive oil, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, fresh mint and cilantro, orange zest and juice, ginger, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes Maria’s Everyday Butter Lettuce Salad with a vinaigrette of olive oil, lemon juice, balsamic or champagne vinegar, honey, garlic, and salt and pepper Maria’s Four Cheese Spinach and Artichoke Dip: made with cream cheese, Greek yogurt, frozen spinach, canned artichoke hearts, shredded fontina, mozzarella, parmesan, fresh basil, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper Some of Maria’s kids’ favorites: Slow Cooker Spaghetti and Meatballs, Black Bean Quinoa Enchilada Bake, Pesto Havarti Mac and Cheese, Enchilada-Stuffed Sweet Potatoes, and Tomato Basil Soup with Cheesy Garlic Dunkers How Maria and Josh meal-plan with their boys on Sundays to help them take ownership of the process One of Maria’s favorite go-to cookbooks: Baking: From My Home to Yours Favorite desserts in the book: Why Maria loves the cookie chapter and the dessert chapter, and her husband loves the Key Lime Bars The next big adventure for Maria? A random question from the Mason jar about Maria’s favorite food city or town Resources:   Baking: From My Home to Yours by Dorie Greenspan   www.superhealthykids.com www.parentsondemand.com     Twitter: https://twitter.com/twopeasandpod IG: https://www.instagram.com/twopeasandpod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twopeasandtheirpod   Two Peas and Their Pod website: https://www.twopeasandtheirpod.com/   Liz's better-for-you 7 Layer Bars: https://www.lizshealthytable.com/2015/02/26/lightened-up-seven-layer-bars/   GIVEAWAY: We are giving away a copy of the Two Peas & Their Pod Cookbook to one lucky U.S. winner. To enter for a chance to win, tell me about your go-to, always-a-win recipe that you make when you're feeding your family ... or your friends. So family vs. cooking for a crowd. What's your favorite? I'll pick the winner on December 4th at noon ET.

Tune into our Pure Fandom Podcast: ‘Space Cowboys’ Episode 13 as we break down episode 7 of season 1, "I Saw The Sign". Tune in for breakdowns and details on: -How Isobel's decision actually helps Max and Liz become closer -Why Maria's mom Mimi keeps referencing Independence Day when aliens are brought up -What was going on in the 1947 flashback scene -Theories for what's next -and more! What did you think of the episode? Comment below or hit us up on twitter @Pure_Fandom and tell us your thoughts! Listen to episodes 1-12 on iTunes, SoundCloud, and PureFandom.com. Watch 'Roswell, New Mexico' on The CW on Tuesdays at 9/8c.

Roswell, New Mexico 1×04 review: Season 1, Episode 04, “Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?,” Aired Jan. 29, 2019 This Roswell podcast is hosted by Liz Prugh and Meg Bonney. The two discuss and recap the latest ‘Roswell, New Mexico’ episodes. Tune into our Pure Fandom Podcast: ‘Space Cowboys’ Episode 9 as we discuss episode 4 of Roswell, New Mexico! We will break down the events of the episode, new theories about Rosa’s murder, why Maria is the best and more! Tune in to hear: -A quick recap of the episode -Breaking down Michael’s major bombshell -Why Maria is the best -Zodiac ties worked into the show -Co-Host Liz singing (apologies in advance) -Max and Liz’s super emotional scene -How Cameron deserves better -What we really think was going on with Rosa and Valenti -Why Liz’s inability to tell Max how she feels is frustrating (but so relatable) -“ALL ABOARD THE TREVINO TRAIN” -Why Kyle and Liz’s relationship is so great -and more! What did you think of the fourth episode? Hit us up on twitter @Pure_Fandom and tell us your thoughts! Watch Roswell, New Mexico on The CW on Tuesdays at 9/8c!

Tune into our Pure Fandom Podcast: ‘Space Cowboys’ Episode 13 as we break down episode 7 of season 1, "I Saw The Sign". Tune in for breakdowns and details on: -How Isobel's decision actually helps Max and Liz become closer -Why Maria's mom Mimi keeps referencing Independence Day when aliens are brought up -What was going on in the 1947 flashback scene -Theories for what's next -and more! What did you think of the episode? Comment below or hit us up on twitter @Pure_Fandom and tell us your thoughts! Listen to episodes 1-12 on iTunes, SoundCloud, and PureFandom.com. Watch 'Roswell, New Mexico' on The CW on Tuesdays at 9/8c.

Maria Burwood is the founder of Showcase Renovations. An elite team member in the Wonder Women program of The School Of Renovating. Maria is a passionate renovator, engineer and project manager with over twenty years of experience in the industry.   On today’s episode, Bernadette interviews Maria Burwood. They discuss her most recent renovation project - a three-bedroom penthouse spanning two floors of the Woolloomooloo Finger Wharf in Sydney. Bernadette covers,   How Maria secured a property originally planned for a family home renovation and why she decided to flip it The 3 major challenges Maria faced in renovating a heritage listing Why Maria gave all the reins to one builder and project manager and how it became a success Maria’s approach to an apartment without an outdoor area and how she used a palette of natural materials and resources to make it work What Maria would have done differently if given a chance The financial outcome of the project How a private buyer’s agent managed the selling of the property and the flow of buyers Maria’s motto, “Making Success Seamless” How being a part of Wonder Women has helped her achieve renovation success   Resources mentioned in this episode: Maria Burwood’s website, www.showcaserenovations.com.au   --- Get and download your FREE show notes of the episode Here! ---If you find this episode helpful, you can help support the show by leaving us a 5-star review on iTunes: She Renovates and subscribe to the podcast. Check out more renovating tips and inspiration at The School Of Renovating and listen to other episodes of 'She Renovates' at The School Of Renovating: Podcast

Roswell, New Mexico 1×04 review: Season 1, Episode 04, “Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?,” Aired Jan. 29, 2019 This Roswell podcast is hosted by Liz Prugh and Meg Bonney. The two discuss and recap the latest ‘Roswell, New Mexico’ episodes. Tune into our Pure Fandom Podcast: ‘Space Cowboys’ Episode 9 as we discuss episode 4 of Roswell, New Mexico! We will break down the events of the episode, new theories about Rosa’s murder, why Maria is the best and more! Tune in to hear: -A quick recap of the episode -Breaking down Michael’s major bombshell -Why Maria is the best -Zodiac ties worked into the show -Co-Host Liz singing (apologies in advance) -Max and Liz’s super emotional scene -How Cameron deserves better -What we really think was going on with Rosa and Valenti -Why Liz’s inability to tell Max how she feels is frustrating (but so relatable) -“ALL ABOARD THE TREVINO TRAIN” -Why Kyle and Liz’s relationship is so great -and more! What did you think of the fourth episode? Hit us up on twitter @Pure_Fandom and tell us your thoughts! Watch Roswell, New Mexico on The CW on Tuesdays at 9/8c!

Today’s guest is Maria Betsworth, aka @littlepeachlondon, who helps women around the world to breastfeed with her incredibly valuable online resource. As well as talking about her passion for the work that she does, I also asked Maria about how she manages to plan and create so much incredible content for Instagram, her work/ life boundaries, her other business “Milk Making Mama” where she sells clothing, pins and accessories to celebrate the breastfeeding journey, and we also discuss the isolation and importance of online communities in the tough days of parenting. "What brought me to this place where I really wanted to create something online was the isolation I felt when I had my first daughter" - Maria Betsworth @littlepeachlondon Why Maria is so passionate about what she does, including giving breastfeeding support for free Normalising breastfeeding and pumping through sharing online How she deals with people’s opinions, especially as her account grows in follower numbers Receiving strength and inspiration from her own followers How she has planned & posted a daily post, which Maria calls a “peach”, for over 18 months Creating an important, accessible online community & library We also talk about Maria’s online shop “Milk Making Mama” with accessories that celebrate breastfeeding, and how that provides a creative escape for her How she finds the time for all of this, especially while raising her daughters On doing fulfilling work to empower women   For episode show notes & links, head to https://ruthpoundwhite.com/podcast/

Maria Saracen is a woman of many talents, she has worked as a journalist, a TV producer, and successfully launched and grown a thriving health coaching business and now helps other coaches build businesses as well.  In this episode you'll learn: Maria’s exciting, non-conventional entrepreneurial journey Why Maria loves making money and saving as well How Maria get into health coaching and what happened along her journey The most important thing to know when starting your business How enjoy and appreciate the journey to your goals The essential tools you need as a multi-passionate entrepreneur A fun strategy to use to double (even triple) your email list in two weeks or less and so much more! You can find out more about Maria at: Money Website Blueprint at MariaSaracen.com Other resources mentioned during the episode: MarieForleo.com

Maria Granovsky knows exactly what it takes to quit and start something new because she quit her profession not once but twice! Maria got her Ph.D. in medical and molecular genetics from the University of Toronto. During her post-doc training, she decided not to go down the path as a scientist but rather pursue her lifelong interest in the law. She received her law degree from Georgetown University and went on to work as a patent litigator for over 10 years.   During that time, Maria took some time away from the law to write and sell a novel. Ultimately, though, she decided to return to law for a couple more years. Maria delved into marketing courses in order to help with business development of her own law practice. She quickly began helping other lawyer friends with business development for their law practices as well. She realized that she had a knack for marketing and really enjoyed this aspect of the business. About a year and half ago, Maria quit her legal practice in order to start her own business helping other lawyers with marketing and business development.   Today we talk to Maria about how she navigated these various career pivots and what she has learned from them.   Here is what we chat about in this episode: How graduate school can be the path of least resistance Why Maria took time away from law to write a novel and ultimately decided to go back to law How her experience with business development in her own legal practice led her to start her marketing and coaching business. How she moved past having her identity tied up with being a lawyer Why it makes sense to start a new business that is tangentially related to your career Why everyone has to learn marketing and business development regardless of their field   Why networking is like a negotiation and how you can make it work for you   Resources mentioned in this episode: Pivot, by Jenny Blake   Where to find Maria: www.mariagranovsky.com Linkedin: @mariagranovsky Twitter: @mgranovsky   Follow along for more: www.lessonsfromaquitter.com Facebook Instagram Twitter

How does it feel to watch your dreams fade away? It’s never a good feeling, but what if those dreams involve how many children to have or when to walk away and end your journey to conceive a child? Somehow, this dream cuts deeper than other dreams that may go unfulfilled in your life.    Dr. Maria Rothenburger is a fertility therapist and coach who has been through infertility challenges. Her doctoral research focused on post-traumatic growth as opposed to PTSD. Though she still practices as a psychotherapist, her passion has become fertility coaching, as she uses a four-pronged approach for movement toward optimal fertility.    Episode Highlights:   How she and her husband tried for more than 6 years, going through deep depression, anxiety, and intense marriage struggles Why they decided the process wasn’t worth the pain and decided to be child-free until changing their minds to pursue adoption What post-traumatic growth is and how you can recognize it Why Maria is passionate about growth and uses it in coaching What is involved in the question: Can we have more children? Questions to consider if you are wondering if “this journey needs to end”: Do the negatives of trying to conceive outweigh the positives? Do the positives of stopping outweigh the negatives? Are you “talking the talk” but not “walking the walk”? Do you spend time obsessing about trying to conceive instead of living life? Do you live in a way that isn’t in line with your personality, values, and beliefs? Do you feel resentful of the time and energy it takes to try to conceive? Do you have a loss of creativity and curiosity around family-building options? Do you have a feeling of dread around actually getting pregnant? The judgment around your gratefulness, happiness, and positivity for every single moment The acceptance piece and how it brings a healthy response Recognizing the feelings and making the decision to stop Realizing you can grow your life in other ways if you choose not to grow your family How pain and grief can be the impetus for finding joy and gratefulness Maria’s year-long plan for healing her marriage and finding peace Maria’s advice to listenters: “Letting go does NOT mean giving up” The fear and desperation that works against you in creating fertility How and why we withhold joy and pleasure from ourselves Re-train your brain to grow new neurotransmitters and synapses Final words of hope: “Pay INTENTION about listening to yourself and trusting yourself. You already know what to do next, and you just have to tune into it.”   Resources:   www.drmariarothenburger.com   Find Dr. Maria on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter   Pregnancy Brain by Parijat Deshpande

Keto bread? Keto waffles? Keto fruit salad? Yep, all those low carb option and more are totally possible on a ketogenic diet. You just need to know what to do, and my guest on today's podcast, , knows exactly how to do it. Maria is a wellness expert in nutrition and exercise physiology. She is the author of several cookbooks and three nutritional guidebooks, including the global bestseller The Ketogenic Cookbook, Quick & Easy Ketogenic Cooking and the books we talk about on today's show... ...... ...... ...and ... Maria’s success stems from her passion for helping others reach and sustain optimal health through programs and education that work on a personal level. She understands the connection between food and how it makes us all feel inside and out. Her specialty is brain chemical neurotransmitters and how they are affected by the foods we eat. After struggling with her weight throughout her childhood, she decided to study health and wellness so she could help others who are discouraged by their appearance and do not feel their best. The nutrient-rich, relatively high-fat dietary approach that she developed for herself and the exotic, little-known replacements for typical high-glycemic starchy foods and sugar are what finally gave her total peace with food, something she never imagined possible. During our discussion, you'll discover: -Why Maria is such a big fan of using potassium and magnesium to maintain lean muscle when on a ketogenic diet...[9:35 & 11:50] -How to make a ketogenic snow cone...[13:42] -Why one of the common keto mistakes is consuming too many nuts and seeds...[17:05] -What are the top sweeteners that Maria likes and why do she "blends" sweeteners...[22:45] -The one sugar alcohol that is best and OK to use...[26:50] -Maria's amazing chicken and waffles recipe...[28:20] -A low-glycemic index, healthy twist on a "hot pocket"...[35:40] -How to make a "fat bomb"...[39:15] -Maria's recipe for a ketogenic fruit salad...[41:30] -How to make dairy-free and nut-free ketogenic bread...[44:00] -How Maria makes healthy refried beans...[47:11] -The shocking truth about omelette batter in restaurants...[50:55] -Maria's definition of a comfort food, and why you get a unique psychological benefit from eating comfort food...[53:50] -What Maria's favorite comfort food recipe is...[55:50] -And much more! Resources from this episode: - - - - - - - Show Sponsors: -Organifi - Go to and use discount code BEN for 20% off your Green Juice order. You can also use discount code REDBEN for 20% off your Red Juice order! -HealthGains - Text the word "GAIN" to 313131 to receive a $250 voucher toward your HealthGAINS treatment. -Four Sigmatic - Go to and use code code BENGREENFIELD for 15% off. -Thorne - Go to to check out pure, high quality supplements. Do you have questions, thoughts or feedback for Maria or me? Leave your comments at and one of us will reply!

Today I release another episode in my Fertility Awareness Reality Series! I interview Maria. Maria was a member of my most recent group program, and in our episode together we delve into her recent experience of miscarriage, and how charting her cycles has helped her to feel empowered through such a challenging time. Registration is now open for the next round of my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! We're starting this month -- August 2017. Make sure to head over to the group program page and apply today to reserve your spot.  Topics discussed in today's episode: Maria shares her experience with miscarriage Why Maria chose to share her experience of miscarriage with friends and family instead of keeping to herself The relationship between basal body temperature and temperature How high should your progesterone levels be in the middle of your luteal phase? How to tell if you're pregnant by looking at your chart The connection between gluten consumption and thyroid health Low body temperature: what does it mean and what does it have to do with the thyroid How to confirm ovulation by monitoring your charts How to use Ovulation Predictor Kits (OPKs) in conjunction with fertility awareness to maximize your chances of conception The importance of having your partner's semen tested early on Connect with Lisa. You can connect with Lisa on the Fertility Friday Website, and on Facebook and Twitter. Resources mentioned FFP 140 | Transitioning From Hormonal Birth Control After Long-Term Pill Use | Lisa | Fertility Friday FFP 102 | Abortion, Menstrual Extraction | Miscarriage, Pregnancy Loss, Still Birth | Molly Dutton-Kenny FFP 149 | The Truth About Ovulation Predictor Kits (OPKs) | Lisa | Fertility Friday [On-Air Client Session] FFP 130 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Transitioning from Hormonal Birth Control To Fertility Awareness | Coming Off The Pill | Lisa & Amy [On-Air Client Session] FFP 132 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Using FAM for Birth Control Successfully & Confidently | Emily & Lisa [On-Air Client Session] FFP 112 | Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Low Progesterone, Miscarriage, Stress & The Menstrual Cycle | Overcoming Fertility Challenges | Amelia & Lisa FFP 081 | Miscarriage, Pregnancy & Mindset | Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) | Heidi Brockmyre FFP 054 | The MTHFR Gene Mutation and Fertility | Recurrent Miscarriage, Nutrient Deficiencies, and Folic Acid | Diane Keddy 10 Unexpected Benefits of Fertility Awareness Charting Fertility Awareness Method | Fertility Friday Podcast 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program | Program Details Fertility Awareness Reality Series | Episode List Join the community! Find us in the Fertility Friday Facebook Group Subscribe to the Fertility Friday Podcast on iTunes! Music Credit: Intro/Outro music Produced by J-Gantic Fertility Friday | 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! This episode is sponsored by my 10 Week Fertility Awareness Mastery Group Program! Master Fertility Awareness in a supportive environment surrounded by an amazing group of like-minded women! Click here to reserve your spot in the group!

Maria Seidman is the CEO and co-founder of Yapp, an award-winning platform where anyone can create and instantly publish a mobile application for your event, group, or promotion. Before founding Yapp in 2011, she ran mobile for Warner Bros. She lives in New York City with her husband and two children, one of which was born while launching Yapp. She is passionate about women in technology, mobile trends, media, and entrepreneurship. Seidman was named Entrepreneur Magazine's Emerging Entrepreneur of 2014. Here are the highlights of our conversation with our guest: Maria starts off with how her frustration of not being able to know to code paved the way to her passion in making software that users love to use to enhance their lives. About a women’s retreat that inspired her to create Yapp, at what point she decided that it was worth the investment and the process she went through in creating the app from validation to looking for a technical co-founder. Maria walks us through her choice of approach and steps she took from conception of idea to coming up with a prototype. The timelines and phases Yapp went through and some of the mistakes that they have learned the hard way. She also shares that, if she can start all over again, she would start on the mobile side and emphasize user testing and market research before building a single line of code. Solve the problem really well for a specific user and start from that → Why Maria’s advice can save you tons of time, money and effort. The transition she went through from working in an organization as global as Warner Brothers, the hustle she needed to employ when running her own start-up company and the pros and cons that went with the change. The initial hurdles they had encountered before they gained traction such as building their reputation and finding early adopters; and even the current ones now that they have scaled. The steps they implemented to get through their challenges and the iterations they did to optimize adoptions including efficient prioritization. She also talks about scaling customer acquisition and the roadmap for Yapp. Yapp’s ideal audience and the coolest things that they are working on right now.

Today's Guest I'm very excited to introduce this week's guest, Maria of Gentlewhispering. She's not one of your typical online business owners, so she might be new to you. Maria (who keeps her last name a secret for privacy reasons) is a huge success on YouTube, with almost 800,000 subscribers, and one video with over 16 MILLION views. In this episode we talk about how she got started, how she grew her channel, how often she produces new videos, and how she learned to balance quality and quantity in terms of YouTube content. We also talk about how she's monetized her channel, which has allowed her to quit her job and turn her hobby into a business. Maria is often known as the "Queen of ASMR" because of the quality of her work and how dedicated she is to her community. About Maria of Gentlewhispering Maria, also known as “GentleWhispering” is an ASMR content creator on Youtube.com, who has been making creative relaxation videos since 2011. While working with ASMR phenomenon, which focus is on auditory and visual stimuli to elicit a calming and meditative reaction, “GentleWhispering” has become the most subscribed ASMR channel with nearly 800 thousand subscribers and over 240 million total views. The channel features over 270 unique videos, 70 of which have surpassed 1 million views, including the most popular ASMR video of all time exceeding 16 million views alone. Maria engages her audience using hypnotic movements, soothing voice and melodic sounds to trigger an ASMR tingling sensation. These techniques create a comforting atmosphere for the viewer, which are often educational and entertaining, as well as sleep inducing. To gain an understanding and knowledge of this phenomenon, multiple media outlets from all over the world, including The Washington Post and Time Magazine has reached out and featured Maria on several occasions. She has also been a guest on many television shows such as ABC’s “Good Morning America” and NBC’s “The Today Show”. She continues her dedication for gaining and sharing knowledge about the phenomenon and helping her viewers to relax. Listen to this episode What You’ll Learn Maria Gentlewhispering's top tips on how to create a successful YouTube channel How Maria's YouTube channel grew from a hobby into an unexpected business How viewer feedback -- both positive and negative -- helped her grow her channel How Maria gets past internet hate Why Maria started a second, more personal channel on YouTube Inspiring ASMRtists Emma from WhispersRedASMR  Heather Feather ASMR Ally from ASMRrequests  Dmitri from Massage ASMR  Connect with Maria Youtube Instagram Twitter Facebook Click to Tweet It would make me so happy if you could take a minute and share this with other women entrepreneurs on Twitter. If you enjoy the Business Mindset Podcast, please click to tweet: [BMP174] Maria of Gentlewhispering ~ How to Create a Successful YouTube Channel http://wp.me/p3507p-3Ff  #podcast How to Subscribe Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Help Spread the Word If you enjoyed this episode, please head on over to iTunes and kindly leave us a rating and a review! You can also subscribe, so you'll never miss an episode.    

About a month ago I made an announcement on the podcast asking for volunteers who wanted to receive a channel critique and strategy session by me and I received so many submissions! Maria AKA Agapelovegirl stood out to me because I saw the work and energy she was putting into her channel yet her videos were not getting the kind of views the quality of her channel warranted. She was working hard without seeing the results. Fortunately, I was there to help!  Here is what you will learn in this episode:  1.) Why Maria needed to change her Channel Banner 2.) The one opportunity Maria was missing with her channel. 3.) How Maria could change her video titles to get more views. 4.) What niche Maria had and how discovering that can give her channel direction. 5.) What Maria needed to let go of in order to move forward with her channel. 6.) A special trick when working with indie brands. Check out the blog post with screen shots from her channel at the time of our session.  Check out Maria's channel HERE.  Join the fun in our Facebook group HERE. 

Plant friends, I’ve been fortunate enough to take a lot of deeper dives in the science of plant care since quarantine happened and my outlook on plant care and the hobby of keeping plants has dramatically shifted in the last year and a half. I find myself turning away from blogs and towards textbooks and have a new deep appreciation for the horticulturalists on this show who can truly dive deeper with us and explain the why behind the how of all the practices we are told to do on care cards and social media posts. The combination of over 120 episode interviews, and now all these hours in the courses, has been enlightening and I wanted to come clean about these shifts I’m making in my personal collection and plant care practices. Thank you for learning alongside me and I hope this episode helps you keep blooming and keep growing through your plant parenthood journey! -------------------------------------------------------------- Get on the waitlist for the Bloom and Grow Garden Party Launch -------------------------------------------------------------- Be the first to gain access and founding member discounts through joining our waitlist Snag your spot on the waitlist here ( https://bloomandgrowradio.com/community ) ----------------------------------------- Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, ----------------------------------------- so you don't miss the amazing episodes we have coming up! ( https://plnk.to/BAGR?to=page ) ------------------------- In this episode we learn: ------------------------- * [05:07] Why Maria is sharing her plant hacks (past and current), shifts in her plant parenthood, and ‘aha!’ moments * [06:57] Been There Done That Plant Hack #1: Being obsessed with humidity (and some humidity tips from experts to help you with your humidity problems) * [12:00] Two humidity hacks that Maria is not doing anymore: misting and pebble trays * [12:43] The truth and risks behind misting your plants * [14:51] Been There Done That Plant Hack #2: Living by your plant care cards * [17:12] Maria shares an exciting feature of the Bloom and Grow Garden Party * [18:24] Been There Done That Plant Hack #3: Understanding light based on plant diagrams and not based on your specific light situation * [19:29] Maria’s experience dealing with a low light situation for her plants and how she became a super sleuth for sunbeams * [23:34] Been There Done That Plant Hack #4: Planting in pots without drainage holes! * [25:22] Maria’s two easy hacks for pots without drainage holes * [27:42] Plant Parenthood Shift #1: Converting plants from semi hydro to soil * [28:38] Maria’s bonus hack: use leca to root your plants * [29:28] The best companion after a planty day * [31:16] Growing season is not just for spring and summer, you can now have fall and winter harvest! * [33:16] An update on Limey, Maria’s lime tree * [34:42] Plant Parenthood Shift #2: Addressing plant FOMO and focusing on current plants * [37:07] What our plants teach us about life and how our plant collections should make us feel * [38:24] Learnings to bring into this new growing season! * ------------------------------ Mentioned in our conversation: ------------------------------ Bloom and Grow Radio episodes * Humidity Deep Dive And Winter Plant Care With The Plant Daddy Podcast Daddies ( https://bloomandgrowradio.com/humidity/ ) * Understanding Natural Light: General Rules with Leslie Halleck ( https://bloomandgrowradio.com/light_rules/ ) Bloom and Grow Youtube videos * 3 Planty Date Night Ideas with Billy * How Drainage Works in Pots, The Perched Water Table & a "Drainage Hack" that Doesn't work! 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