Episode 65: Jen Mons

Episode 65: Jen Mons 

I was so thrilled to land in presence with Jen Mons and to hold space for her to share her brilliant energy, heart, and deep wisdom on the show. Not only is shean Author, Speaker, International Retreat Facilitator, and Mentor for Female Wellness Leaders and Coaches all around the world, Jen is also one of the most real, nurturing, and vibrant humans I’ve had the pleasure to cross paths with over the last year. In this episode, she opens up about her journey from being a former military academy graduate, engineer, and corporate executive, and going through a near-death experience with the birth of her first daughter to very quickly (in that experience) deciding to take a different path of integrative health, holistic wellness, functional medicine, and detoxification. However, in 2014, Jen went through another health scare that woke her up to the realization that, although she had drastically changed her lifestyle, she hadn’t changed her behavior. “I was still over-giving and over-doing.” And that is when Jen dove much deeper into breathwork, yoga, energy healing, and her spiritual work, and learned how to truly embody her practices. Her daily life became the meditation. In our conversation, we also talk about love and connection, the practice of receiving, body wisdom, being curious about our why, and slowing down. Near the end of the episode, Jen shares about her two books, her Body and Soul Wisdom Podcast, and the wonderful ways in which you can work with her. Enjoy soaking up Jen’s incredible energy, authenticity, and inspiration. And if you are interested in reaching out to her directly, you can find her at www.jenmons.com.

Episode 64: Dr. Joe Esposito

Episode 64: Dr. Joe Esposito

Dr. Joe Esposito is a high intention, lifestyle-focused chiropractor, certified clinical nutritionist, and founder, CEO of three incredible health and wellness movements in the world: AlignLife, Aceva, and LifePlus MD. In this episode, Joe shares about two pivotal experiences he had years ago that woke him up and catapulted him into channeling his frustrations and energy into becoming a chiropractor, entrepreneur, and a determined, compassionate leader in natural healthcare. He went on to create an all natural line of clinically inspired nutritional products (Aceva) and is on a mission to educate and empower communities and individuals all over the globe. In our conversation, Joe also talks about staying curious, challenging our thoughts, releasing stories and guilt, coming back to small, consistent habits like hydration, deep breaths and meditation, working toward harmony, and expanding self-awareness. I had an absolute blast connecting with and interviewing Dr. Joe, and left our time together feeling so enlivened and inspired. Enjoy listening to Joe’s brilliance and walking away with some awesome nuggets of wisdom. If you are interested in learning more about Dr. Joe and/or reaching out to him, you can find him at www.alignlife.com, www.lifeplusmd.com, and at www.aceva.com. 

Also, for the month of March, Dr. Joe is offering a giveaway for all listeners here. If you are interested in checking out Aceva, the nutraceutical company that Joe founded and talks about, head to www.aceva.com. The first custom pack is 50% off site-wide. However, for all of my listeners, clients, and followers, use Annie50 to order your first custom pack and get your next one FREE. The custom pack is a monthly nutrient pack that comes in daily packs, much easier for dosage and product continuity. And it takes the guesswork out of what nutrients someone will need.

Episode 63: Dr. Kristina Carman

Episode 63: Dr. Kristina Carman

Dr. Kristina Carman is a Naturopathic Doctor, Nutritional Therapist, and Functional Medicine Practitioner specializing in hormone health, digestive health, weight management, and the therapeutic use of food as medicine. Through nutritional interventions, functional medicine, supplements, herbs, movement therapy, and lifestyle changes, Kristina supports and empowers others to achieve optimal well-being and feel  their most vibrant self. This episode is a beautiful deep dive into who Kristina is as a dedicated and passionate doctor and practitioner, and also as a woman, mom, and soulful, bold, compassionate human. In our conversation, Kristina talks about holding space, finding elements of contentment and joy, the impact of stress and how our culture glamorizes being busy, her own self-care non-negotiables, finding glimmers, noticing our choices, and stacking small, micro moments and habits to become our most authentic, healthy version. Other topics discussed include what we are digesting every day, energy, yoga, journaling, parenting, relationship to our phones, and being present. Kristina is a brilliant, inspiring woman and leader in the health and wellness world. Enjoy tuning into her energy and receiving some of her incredible wisdom and tips. And if you are interested in reaching out to her, you can find her at www.tinyfishco.com and at www.aceva.com. 

Also, for the month of March, Dr. Kristina is offering a giveaway for all listeners here. If you are interested in checking out Aceva, the nutraceutical company that Kristina talks about at the end, head to www.aceva.com. The first custom pack is 50% off site-wide. However, for all of my listeners here, use Annie50 to order your first custom pack and get your next one FREE. The custom pack is a monthly nutrient pack that comes in daily packs, much easier for dosage and product continuity. And it takes the guesswork out of what nutrients someone will need. And stay tuned, as I am interviewing the founder of Aceva, Dr. Joe Esposito next!

Episode 62: Irene Sirois

Episode 62: Irene Sirois

Irene Sirois is such a magnificent force of goodness in this world with her big heart, creativity, and healing gifts. Not only does she pour her love and messages into metal as a jewelry designer in Portsmouth, NH, Irene is also an energy healer, Reiki Master, and Biofield Tuning Practitioner. And I am deeply grateful to have had the opportunity to experience a powerful Biofield Tuning session with her before we then flowed in conversation together here. In this episode, Irene talks about the importance of community and connection, her love of writing and art, what led her to biofield tuning, and stepping more fully into her purpose and playfulness. She opens up about fear, shame, playing small, the dance between masculine and feminine energies within, and learning how to slow down and trust herself, her strengths, her brilliance. Irene’s authenticity and realness are beautiful. Tune in and enjoy experiencing her energy, story, and wisdom. And if you are interested in reaching out to her directly, you can email her at siroisirene@gmail.com.

Episode 61: Meegan Sciretto

Episode 61:Meegan Sciretto

Meegan Sciretto is a guide, healer, “a green witch,” to use her words, and she is truly one of the most authentic, beautiful, compassionate humans I know. It was such a gift to be in her healing space with the radiant sun pouring through the windows and to dive into conversation with Meegan. In this episode, she shares about her lyme diagnosis back in 2014, how it drastically changed her life and empowered her to eventually take an active role in her own healing and transformation. We talk about the nervous system, emotional blockages, harnessing our energy, mindfulness, the power of breathwork (and the specific technique she offers), embracing imperfection, slowing down, and embodiment. Meegan also shares about her business, Plant Yourself Medicine, and all of the incredible ways in which you can work with her (in-person and virtually). Her presence is brilliant, warming, and so real; pause and enjoy soaking up Meegan’s energy, story, and inspiration. And if you are interested in reaching out to her directly, you can find her at www.plantyourselfmedicine.com.

Episode 60: Lisa Berman

Episode 60: Lisa Berman

 Wow! Episode 60 is here and I am so thrilled that it is with Lisa Berman! I always love diving into conversation with Lisa and find we could talk for days.Sheis a brilliant, courageous, wonderful soul and life coach, who is deeply passionate about guiding others in their journey to joy. In this episode, Lisa shares about a recent health challenge, the invitation to pause and pivot, her mindset, and the importance of rest and grace. We chat about journaling, gratitude, her word of the year, the evolution of her “Saturday Sunrises,” dancing through life, and her new “Take Back Your Life Challenge.” Lisa’s courage, vulnerability, authenticity, and warmth are absolutely beautiful. Tune in and enjoy!  And if you are interested in reaching out to Lisa, you can find her at www.lisabermanlifecoach.com.

Episode 59: Jack Wagoner

This episode not only marks the beginning of a new season for my podcast, it is also the most special interview I’ve had the opportunity to do so far. Jack Wagoner is truly a magnificent, courageous human and one of my greatest teachers in this lifetime. And yes… I have the privilege of calling him my son. Jack is currently living and studying abroad in France for his junior year in high school and we recorded this together in-person outside at 6:30am one morning during my recent visit to see him. In this episode, Jack shares all about what he is learning and discovering about himself and life through his adventures and experiences. We chat about meditation, stepping out of comfort zones, finding purpose, mindset, kindness, curiosity, rock climbing, and being present while also going after dreams. Jack lights up my life and this world with his big heart and brilliant, contagious energy. Tune in, laugh along with us, and enjoy being inspired by this amazing soul. And if you are interested in following Jack and his adventures, you can find him on youtube @Love_ur_1ife and instagram at @jack.in.france.

Episode 58: Elizabeth Callahan

Elizabeth Callahan, or Beth, as I know her, is a freakin’ badass, fabulous, courageous, honest, funny, amazing human. It was such a joy having the opportunity to sit outside in the sunshine with her and to dive into conversation all about her Big Hairy Audacious Goals (BHAGs), hiking, mountain adventures, conquering fears, and playfulness. Beth shares about leaning into continuous learning and personal growth, sitting with discomfort, why humor is so vital, who inspires her, and how Yin yoga and our mutual friend and Yin teacher, Carol, changed her life. One of things I deeply appreciate about Beth is her realness, and in this episode, you can truly feel her genuineness, heart, wholeness, and energy. Tune in and enjoy listening to her story. And if you are interested in following Beth and her adventures, you can find her on instagram at @elizacal.

Episode 57: Liz Berry

Liz Berry is an avid hiker, yogi, amateur snowboarder, Certified Sports Nutrition and Fitness Coach. This fabulous and inspiring human is passionate about helping outdoor lovers and athletes prep for their adventures outside and in life so that they can feel confident and strong, and crush their goals. In this episode, Liz shares about her love of Colorado, living an outdoor lifestyle, and how the mountains humble and inspire her and are where she feels most alive and whole. Liz talks about her passion for movement, growing up as an athlete, and in college, wanting to try all the various intramural sports she could, including inner-tube water polo (so fun!). We chat about her work with Cotopaxi, her courage and recent leap to go through yoga teacher training, what her favorite yoga poses are right now, training for life, and her wellness business, which is lighting up her soul and giving her so much joy. Tune in and feel enlivened by Liz’s brilliant energy and heart. And if you are interested in reaching out to her directly and/or booking a 1:1 session with Liz, head to her website: www.eberrywellness.com.

Episode 56: Sylvie Oliveira

Sylvie Oliveira is a Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach, Intuitive Channel, Transformational Guide, and DNA Sound Activator. Her “medicine basket,” as she states (and I love), incorporates the understanding of food, meditation, quantum energy, universality, and spirituality to assist individuals in crossing the ocean of suffering to liberation. In this episode, Sylvie opens up about her childhood, experiencing abuse and trauma, and how her physical body and digestive issues led her to begin her deeper holistic healing journey. She talks about feeling our feelings, the everyday practice of “letting go,” becoming and being an observer, releasing all judgment, radical self-love, and wholeness. We chat about Dr. Joe Dispenza’s work and her personal transformation through meditation, and also discuss Sylvie’s love of music and how her gong came into her life after she attended Dr. Joe’s retreat last fall. My heart is bursting with so much joy and awe after having the opportunity to interview this incredible human. Sylvie is full of tremendous radiance, knowledge, and unconditional love, and shares her wisdom and Divine sound with the world. Tune in and feel enlivened by Sylvie’s presence. And if you are interested in signing up for her upcoming course on the Nervous System, attending her virtual group meditation classes, or booking a private session with Sylvie, head to her website: www.sylvieoliveira.com.

Episode 55: Sarah LaCourse

Episode 55: Sarah LaCourse

Sarah LaCourse is a certified personal trainer and sports nutritionist who offers strength training and nutrition coaching for endurance and adventure loving humans as well as those dealing with chronic illness, pain, and body image challenges. In this episode, Sarah shares about transitions, moving North, her love of the outdoors and hiking, doing multiple rounds of the 4000 footers in NH, and how the mountains have changed her life. Sarah opens up about the birth of her business, celebrating small wins, being a competitive jump roper when she was younger, her battle with anorexia and how movement, especially hiking and being in the woods, enhanced her recovery process and fed her soul. We also chat about inner child work, feeling safe in our bodies and with our feelings, playfulness, kitchen dance parties, her light up hula hoop, her podcast, curiosity, her go-to trail food, becoming an eating disorder recovery coach and all that is unfolding for her. Enjoy listening to the richness in this episode and experiencing Sarah’s energy, passion, and heart. And stay tuned, as we talked about recording another episode sometime in the future and doing a deep dive all about endometriosis and Sarah’s personal journey with it. If you are interested in connecting with this amazing soul, you can subscribe to her podcast and/or reach out to Sarah directly by going to her website: www.sarahlacourse.com

Episode 54: Dr. Kim Daniels

What an absolute joy it was to interview Dr. Kim Daniels! She is an Emotional Eating Coach with a doctorate in Clinical Psychology who uses Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Intuitive Eating approaches to help women who struggle with emotional eating, binge eating, and negative body image. She is also producer and host of The Emotional Eating (and Everything Else) Podcast. In this episode, Kim shares about going through menopause, experiencing changes in her body, staying curious with her “parts,” and how reconnecting with movement in a more powerful way deeply enlivens her. She talks about how she began her career supporting women around weight loss and quickly experienced inner resistance to this, which eventually led her to create her own business, where she guides women to greater awareness, helps them learn to sit with emotions and truly feel them, and offers intuitive eating strategies, supporting them to tune into their body in a more compassionate, loving way. Other topics we discuss include: diet culture and messaging, how to build trust in oneself and their body (perhaps for the first time ever), different messages she received about her body as a young girl, the power of slowing down and the importance of pleasure. Kim is super knowledgeable, funny, genuine, and empowering. Enjoy listening to this episode and experiencing her energy and wisdom. If you are interested in attending her upcoming FREE webinar series about Finding Peace with Food and Your Body, head to this link:  https://bit.ly/eewebinarseries. And you can subscribe to her wonderful podcast and/or reach out to Kim directly by going to her website: www.yourweightisnotyourworth.com.

Episode 53: Alyssa Brigandi

Alyssa Brigandi is a mom, wife, incredible friend to many, certified health and wellness coach, and postpartum doula at The Seacoast Doula. In this episode, Alyssa begins by talking about how much joy she feels when she witnesses other women discover greater confidence, use their voice, and step into their purpose more fully. She views her work as her own soul’s purpose, and she is truly gifted at holding space for women to share their stories and at guiding them to more clarity, empowerment, and ease within. We chat all about what a postpartum doula is, specific ways she offers support to moms and families, the overwhelm and pressures moms and parents feel in our culture, creating “a village,” and the importance of learning to ask for help (which is so hard for so many). This inspiring woman truly lights up a room with her warmth, beautiful heart, compassionate listening skills, and empowering energy. It was such a gift being in Alyssa’s presence. Enjoy listening to this episode and soaking up her loving wisdom. If you are interested in learning more and/or reaching out to Alyssa directly, go to her website: www.theseascoastdoula.com or find her on facebook and instagram @theseacoastdoula.

Episode 52: Tammy Sollenberger [Part 2]

Part 2 with Tammy Sollenberger is live! If you didn’t already have a chance to listen to Part 1, head on over to episode 51 and give a listen. In review, Tammy is a transformational therapist, Internal Family Systems (IFS) expert, author, and producer and host of The One Inside Podcast. In this episode, we dive deeper and Tammy opens up all about being in a long-distance relationship. We share about our contradictory parts and feelings that arise (especially when in relationships), learning to see these moments as gifts, and how to soften back to curiosity versus remaining in shame and feeling unlovable. Tammy’s realness, authenticity, and courage are beautiful. I am so grateful for this conversation and her willingness to demonstrate the power of vulnerability and compassion. If you are interested in reaching out to Tammy, purchasing her book, and/or subscribing to her amazing podcast, go to her website: www.tammysollenberger.com.

Episode 51: Tammy Sollenberger

Tammy Sollenberger is a transformational therapist, Internal Family Systems (IFS) expert, author, and producer and host of The One Inside Podcast. In this episode, Tammy shares about IFS - the “Self” and the parts, learning to befriend our inner critic, sitting with shame, “unblending,” the power of journaling, and opens up about the process of writing her book, The One Inside: 30 Days to your Authentic Self. We talk about “hell yes” and “hell no” and where those energies live in our bodies, wanting to go to chocolate or running to escape anxiety and discomfort, softening back to our authentic self and truth, and slowing down. Tammy is deeply curious, funny, beautifully real, an incredible listener, a wise and inspiring force of compassion in this world. Enjoy listening to this episode and soaking up her brilliant knowledge and energy. And stay tuned as we will be recording and releasing a part 2 soon! If you are interested in purchasing her book, subscribing to her amazing podcast and/or reaching out to Tammy directly, go to her website: www.tammysollenberger.com.

Episode 50: Kristen Carlson

With her heart open wide and beautiful wisdom, Kristen Carlson joins me for the 2nd time on the podcast (check out episode 29 if you haven’t already). This inspiring woman is living her purpose and passion as a Nutritional Private Chef, Certified Holistic Nutritionist, and Movement Facilitator, serving the local community up near Acadia National Park in Maine as well as clients all over the world. In this episode, Kristen shares all about her delicious “Nourishment Packages,” cooking with deep intention and love, and some of her favorite seasonal dishes right now. She also talks about taking up space and showing up fully for herself and her clients, the power of nature, her daily movement practices, her leap to Maine almost 3 years ago and how she simply knew it was the right time and place where she would root and bloom. We chat about the importance of community and connection, unwavering self-care, mind-body-spirit nourishment, her Reset and Realign program, and also about the various retreats Kristen is offering alongside other brilliant practitioners over the next year. Tune into this episode and savor Kristen’s energy, thoughtfulness, devotion, authenticity, and knowledge. And if you are interested in reaching out to her directly, head on over to her website: www.kristencarlsonwellness.com.

Episode 49: Susan McNamara

Susan McNamara, founder of “Remembering What Matters Most,” Certified Holistic Health Counselor, Yoga Teacher, Educator, and Writer joins me for the 2nd time (check out episode 40 if you haven’t already)! I was delighted to dive into conversation again with this incredible woman, to hear about her recent weekend in the mountains, and to hold space for her to share all about her new book, Trusting Your Body: The Embodied Journey of Claiming Sacred Responsibility for Your Health & Well-Being. This book is an invitation into an awakening in how one looks at their body... How they treat it, how they feel about it and relate to it. Susan says “Being in a body that is well cared for is the most generous act you will ever do for not only yourself, but for everyone around you.” Tune into this episode and enjoy soaking up Susan’s passion, realness, energy, and wisdom. And if you are interested in ordering a copy of Susan’s book or reaching out to her directly, head on over to her website: www.rememberingwhatmattersmost.com.

Episode 48: Kara Hewitt

Kara Hewitt, founder and owner of Tri-Life Nutrition, is truly making a powerful impact guiding people on their training journey as a performance dietician and strength coach. I had the enormous pleasure of getting to know this amazing woman at Orangetheory Fitness a few years ago when she was the head coach there. I still hear her motivating words and feel her contagious tenacity with me when I am working out or on the rower or bike. It was such a joy to reconnect with and flow in conversation with Kara. She shares about what is nourishing her these days, falling in love with triathlons, her training goals for 2023, what rest and recovery mean to her, and how podcasts and stretching have become a big part of her evening routine. Kara opens up about her inner critic, playing soccer, how she used to relentlessly battle with herself, and talks about her path to deeper self-compassion, joy, adventure, and presence with her husband. Kara is fierce, funny, kind, inspiring, and empowering; she is vulnerable, real, full of strength, and simply a freakin’ awesome human. Tune in, listen to Kara’s passion and wisdom, and be inspired. You can learn about more and/or reach out to Kara at www.tri-lifenutrition.com.

Episode 47: Megan Sharples

Megan Sharples is absolutely beautiful, inside and out! She is a mom, wife, 2nd grade teacher, leader, community connector; she is raw, real, inspiring, not afraid to dive deep, and has a brilliant sense of humor too. It was such a gift to land in presence and flow in conversation with Megan. We talk all about the importance of rest, connection, listening to our bodies, boundaries, patience, growing and forever learning alongside kids. She shares about the magic of her own classroom and allure of teacher props, compassion, strengths, celebrating differences, child-led play, nature, energy, and how learning divine timing has helped calm anxiety for her. Other topics discussed include gratitude, manifestation, her home, joy of reading, intentional grounding, and float therapy. This episode is full of warmth, genuineness, and wisdom. Megan’s heart, authenticity, courage, and depth make her so relatable. Tune in, listen to Megan (and the gentle rumbles of thunder in the background), and allow yourself to come even more alive.

Episode 46: Andrea Myers

Andrea Myers is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, board certified orthopedic specialist, Bike Fitter extraordinaire, ex-pro road cyclist, fierce runner, and a certified running coach. She is a queen problem-solver and deeply passionate about helping others discover strength and possibility beyond what they think they’re capable of. 

Andrea is one incredible, strong, bright, and inspiring human! In this episode, she talks about the importance of family and being present, growing up as a science nerd, Zwifting with her nephew during the beginning of Covid times, and shares about her love of learning in PT school. Andrea opens up about moving to Connecticut to train as a professional cyclist, meeting her now husband, who is her biggest cheerleader, conquering Mt. Washington on her bike, not only once but 3 times, AND after battling and recovering from a major injury! Other topics discussed include not giving up, mental training, mindset, and resilience. 

Pause and tune in. There is so much richness and wisdom in this episode; you do not want to miss it and Andrea’s magnificent heart, knowledge, passion, and energy. If you are interested in learning more from Andrea, check out Doctors of Running Virtual Roundtable, which she is a monthly guest speaker on, and you can also find her at www.classcycles.com.