Best Lana Williams Podcasts (2024)

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Applying Logic To MBTI (w/Lana) 49:08

1d ago49:08

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A quick overview of MBTI and what makes it useful, with a spotlight on my own type and some discussion about understanding ourselves and finding our tribe. Support the Show. Join us- subscribe to our podcast if you haven’t already. If you have, tell one friend, and show them how to subscribe! We reside at www.lanaanddave.com, we’re available on App…

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The Logic of Energy, and Other Chat (w/Lana) 32:04

8d ago32:04

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Designing freedom in your career and life with Larry Cornett 1:25:34

15d ago1:25:34

1:25:34

Ever wondered how you can take control of your career and life to achieve true freedom and fulfilment? In this episode, Nirish Shakya engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Larry Cornett, a former designer and executive turned Freedom Coach. Larry shares his journey from Silicon Valley to a life of freedom near the mountains, revealing hi…

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The Logic Of Friendships - Bonus (w/Lana) 20:56

1M ago20:56

20:56

Support the Show. Join us- subscribe to our podcast if you haven’t already. If you have, tell one friend, and show them how to subscribe! We reside at www.lanaanddave.com, we’re available on Apple, Spotify, Audible, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram: “@lanaanddave”, and call us with questions, concerns…

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The Logic Of Friendships (w/Lana) 52:30

1M ago52:30

52:30

Friendship discussion: Where we make them, how we keep them, and how important it is to view them in a healthy way. Support the Show. Join us- subscribe to our podcast if you haven’t already. If you have, tell one friend, and show them how to subscribe! We reside at www.lanaanddave.com, we’re available on Apple, Spotify, Audible, or wherever you ge…

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Transforming self-perception: Petra Williams on authenticity, hope, and expression 1:29:25

2M ago1:29:25

1:29:25

In this episode, host Nirish Shakya speaks with motivational speaker, life coach and poet, Petra Williams. They explore the journey of overcoming societal standards and personal fears, the layers of identity with the inner illumination model, and transforming inspiration into actionable steps. Petra emphasises the importance of self-reflection, sup…

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The Logic Of Celebrity Duality (w/Lana) 33:38

2M ago33:38

33:38

A logical discussion of what to do with what we think we're fans of vs. who celebrities might actually be Support the Show. Join us- subscribe to our podcast if you haven’t already. If you have, tell one friend, and show them how to subscribe! We reside at www.lanaanddave.com, we’re available on Apple, Spotify, Audible, or wherever you get your pod…

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Logical Concepts (w/Lana) 30:14

2M ago30:14

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The Logic Of Dating Changes (w/Lana) 49:53

2M ago49:53

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Leonard Cohen, Judee Sill, and Beethoven (with Maia Friedman of Coco) 1:23:32

2M ago1:23:32

1:23:32

Maia Friedman is a multi-instrumentalist and musician who plays in Coco, the Dirty Projectors, and releases solo music. Maia is a Scorpio Sun // Libra Moon // Aquarius Rising. Today we chat about the music and astrology of Leonard Cohen, Judee Sill, and Ludwig van Beethoven. What We Talked About: Coco - 2 (Album) // Coco - Self-titled (Album) // Co…

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Designing tomorrow beyond human-centricity with Martin Tomitsch and Steve Baty (plus free book giveaways!) 1:17:31

3M ago1:17:31

1:17:31

In this in-depth discussion, recorded at the UTS podcast studio in Sydney, Australia, Nirish Shakya talks with Martin Tomitsch and Steve Baty, co-authors of the book 'Designing Tomorrow.' Keep listening to win a free copy of the book! They delve into the shifting paradigms of the design industry, advocating for a life-centred approach that goes bey…

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The Logic Of Imposter Syndrome (W/Lana) 27:55

3M ago27:55

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Support the Show. Join us- subscribe to our podcast if you haven’t already. If you have, tell one friend, and show them how to subscribe! We reside at www.lanaanddave.com, we’re available on Apple, Spotify, Audible, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram: “@lanaanddave”, and call us with questions, concerns…

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S5 E10: Lucinda Williams on “Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground” 34:20

3M ago34:20

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This week, one of America’s greatest living poets, singer-songwriter Lucinda Williams, celebrates the easy beauty of one of Willie’s most cherished songs, “Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground.” From there she’ll get into how inspiring it was to first see Willie do his thing when she moved to Austin in 1974; how weird it was, when she moved back to…

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The Power of Pointless Creativity Projects with Steve Chapman 1:29:50

4M ago1:29:50

1:29:50

This episode features a profound conversation with Steve Chapman, focusing on the liberation from societal constraints to embrace creative spontaneity and personal development. Steve shares his transition from as a organisational culture expert to pursuing artistic freedom, underlining the importance of lived experiences over traditional learning. …

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S5 E9: Lana Nelson on “Red Headed Stranger” 42:10

4M ago42:10

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This week, Willie’s first-born, daughter Lana Nelson, talks about one of the songs her dad used to sing to her at bedtime, “Red Headed Stranger,” calling his breakthrough 1975 recording of it one of the first times an album of his sounded the way he did at home. From there she’ll walk us through some wonderful family history...like dodging rent-hun…

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S5 E8: Wade Bowen on “Me and Paul” 37:28

4M ago37:28

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This week, one of the brightest stars of the Texas Country/Red Dirt scene, singer-songwriter Wade Bowen, examines “Me and Paul,” Willie’s 1971 chronicle of the road-warrior life he was sharing with his erstwhile partner in crime, drummer Paul English. It’s a perfect song for Wade to get into, partly because, as he rightly points out, Willie was a p…

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S5 E7: John Leventhal on “Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain” 40:46

4M ago40:46

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This week, six-time Grammy-winning producer, songwriter, and virtuoso guitarist John Leventhal—see Shawn Colvin’s A Few Small Repairs; his wife, Rosanne Cash’s The River and the Thread—discusses the song that first hipped him to the genius of Willie, 1975’s “Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain.” He describes it with a producer’s ultimate praise, calling i…

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Decolonising ourselves: The journey to healing-centered ecosystems with Lana Jelenjev 1:15:08

4M ago1:15:08

1:15:08

In this deep conversation with consultant, facilitator, and mentor, Lana Jelenjev, and host Nirish Shakya, they delve into topics of self-discovery, healing-centred ecosystems, and building deep connections. They discuss the importance of pausing, self-reflection, decolonising oneself, and the role of body consciousness in healing. Lana shares her …

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S5 E6: Susan Tedeschi on “Somebody Pick Up My Pieces” 36:25

4M ago36:25

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This week, one of Willie’s longtime tour mates, Grammy-winning blues singer and guitarist Susan Tedeschi, talks about a deep cut off his 1998 album with Daniel Lanois, Teatro, “Somebody Pick Up My Pieces.” It’s a song she and her husband, slide-guitar hero Derek Trucks, play almost nightly with their group, the Tedeschi Trucks Band, and it gets her…

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A Silent Battle of Lymphedema: Looking In the Struggle of Wendy Williams 6:12

5M ago6:12

6:12

Discover the strength it takes to share a personal health struggle with the world, as we did in our latest episode featuring the powerful revelation of Wendy Williams and her battle with lymphedema. Wendy's candidness not only brings this condition into the limelight but also serves as a beacon of information for those silently suffering. Through o…

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S5 E5: Bruce Robison on “Walkin’” 39:27

5M ago39:27

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Singer-songwriter Bruce Robison is famous for writing highly intelligent, richly detailed country songs—that happen also to be incredibly sad. (See “Angry All the Time,” by Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, and “Travelin’ Soldier,” by the Chicks.) This week, he focuses on a track that first taught him how emotionally sophisticated country music can be, “W…

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UPDATE: Upcoming 4/20 Editions at Helium Comedy Club & Emmaus Theater 6:29

5M ago6:29

6:29

Alex Grubard gives a quick update about Weeding Out The Stoned's upcoming 4/20 Editions on today's podcast. Hit it! Weeding Out The Stoned is The Game Show of Sobriety Tests. See the show live! A pack of players on stage. All of them are high but one. Alex Grubard leads the investigation by administering ridiculous sobriety tests of America's funni…

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Embracing Life After Cancer Emotional Recovery and Support 2:42

5M ago2:42

2:42

When the shadow of cancer recedes, the emotional landscape it leaves behind often remains uncharted. Dr. Anne Blaes, a specialist in hematology, oncology, and the transformative SPECs program, underscores the critical psychosocial needs of breast cancer survivors. B This short episode is a reminder for anyone carrying the invisible scars of cancer,…

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Going to jail to save the world - Sam Griffiths 1:13:48

5M ago1:13:48

1:13:48

In this deep-dive interview, designer and activist Sam Griffiths details his journey from a design career into environmental activism, particularly with the organisation, Just Stop Oil. Sam discusses how entering the world of activism changed his perspective on the world and the importance of activism in our current climate crisis. Griffiths provid…

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Identity Logic (w/Lana) 47:05

5M ago47:05

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A breakdown of how our identities can cause us to be both emotional and protective, and react to seemingly unrelated information. Episode Of Sex And The City referenced: "Hot Child In The City" Season 3 Episode 15 Support the Show. Join us- subscribe to our podcast if you haven’t already. If you have, tell one friend, and show them how to subscribe…

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S5 E4: Lawrence Wright on “Roll Me Up And Smoke Me When I Die” 34:24

5M ago34:24

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This week, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Lawrence Wright talks about a Willie hit of recent vintage, 2011’s “Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die.” That may seem an odd focus song for Larry, a New Yorker staff-writer known for tackling topics like Scientology and the rise of radical Islam, but he’s also a native Texan who’s written whole books on the…

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Harnessing the Power of Sleep for Cancer Recovery 3:44

5M ago3:44

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Combatting insomnia while navigating the tumultuous waters of cancer treatment can feel like an uphill battle, but our latest episode offers a review of what you can employ to reclaim your night's rest. With each Tuesday release, our conversations aim to uplift and enlighten you on a journey that covers more than just health; it's about nurturing t…

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Armchair Quarterback Valentine's Day (w/Lana) 31:30

5M ago31:30

31:30

Lana breaks down the concept of Valentine’s Day as we know it. Support the Show. Join us- subscribe to our podcast if you haven’t already. If you have, tell one friend, and show them how to subscribe! We reside at www.lanaanddave.com, we’re available on Apple, Spotify, Audible, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and …

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Glowing Beyond Forty Holistic Beauty and Wellness Insights 17:00

5M ago17:00

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Discover the transformative power of a holistic approach to beauty as we welcome Alison, a nutrition expert with a passion for enhancing women's health, especially as they navigate the challenges of life after 40. Her enlightening tales, from personal battles with teenage acne to professional insights on hormones' impact on skin health, promise to …

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S5 E3: Booker T Jones on "Georgia On My Mind" 36:47

5M ago36:47

36:47

Booker T. Jones is one of the true geniuses of American music, a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer as a keyboardist, composer, and bandleader (see “Green Onions,” “Soul Man,” “Sitting on the Dock of the Bay,” etc.), but also as a producer, which is the role he played in the creation of Willie’s 1978 masterpiece, Stardust. It was a highly improbable pairi…

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Transformative Rest and the Power of Self-Care Explored 2:51

5M ago2:51

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When Jenny Fielding faced the monumental task of healing, she discovered the power of pausing. As a physiotherapist intimately familiar with the recovery process, Jenny shares her insights on the art of giving oneself the grace to just be in this week's heartfelt episode. I review her article as it weaves through the importance of self-care, especi…

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Unlocking your unique identity within liminal spaces with Tutti Taygerly 1:19:04

5M ago1:19:04

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Nirish Shakya interviews Tutti Taygerly, leadership coach, author and ex-Design leader at Meta and Disney, on navigating uncertain times and finding their unique place in the world. Diving into the notions of identity, systems, and personal growth amidst transitions, they discuss embracing individual uniqueness and the concept of 'otherness'. Tutti…

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The Logic In Burning The Haystack (w/Lana) 34:45

5M ago34:45

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Lana Talks about online dating and the new concept, the Burned Haystack Dating Method. The Burned Haystack Blog The Burned Haystack Website @word_case_scenario on IG Burned Haystack Dating Method Facebook Page Online Dating Is Better With My Burned Haystack Method Support the Show. Join us- subscribe to our podcast if you haven’t already. If you ha…

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S5 E2: Whoopi Goldberg on "Stardust" 36:04

5M ago36:04

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In addition to being one the few artists to earn an EGOT—i.e. win an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony—Whoopi Goldberg also happens to be a big-time music nerd and monster Willie fan. On this episode she talks about his 1978 recording of “Stardust,” calling it “a love song to a love song” that, when Willie sings it, makes her feel like she’s floating b…

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Attachment Style Logic (w/Lana) 37:33

5M ago37:33

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Lana introduces Attachment Theory and Styles for those who are interested in self improvement and discovery. References Attached: The New Science of Adult Attachment and How It Can Help You Find - and Keep - Love The Body Keeps The Score - Bessel van der Kolk Attachment - Psychology Today How Different Attachment Styles Affect Relationships-Psychol…

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S5 E1: Nick Offerman on "Buddy" 40:41

6M ago40:41

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This week, Nick Offerman—noted actor, humorist, author, woodworker, canoe paddler, and agrarian philosopher—talks about Willie’s 1968 song, “Buddy.” It’s likely an obscure title even to real-deal Willie nerds, but not to devoted fans of Nick’s old show “Parks and Recreation,” who should recall it as Ron Swanson’s favorite song. Nick’s going to expl…

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Rising Above Cancer Fatigue: Strategies for Reclaiming Energy and Well-being 11:10

6M ago11:10

11:10

Feeling utterly drained and powerless isn't just a symptom of a bad day; it's a daily reality for those battling cancer fatigue. Join me, Bettina Brown, as we unpack the exhausting journey that often accompanies cancer treatment. But it's not all about the fight; it's about finding ways to rise again, stronger and more informed. In this latest epis…

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Bitter Truths Behind the Sweetness How Sugar Affects Our Bodies 2:02

6M ago2:02

2:02

A recent Mayo Clinic blog post & research findings from the journal Cancer, I shed a quick light on the complexities of dietary sugar and its potential to impact body weight and increase cancer risk. Whether you're curious about the links between sugar and specific cancers or seeking clarity amidst conflicting nutritional advice, this episode promi…

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Achieving last year’s goals hasn’t made me happy. Here’s what I’m doing in 2024 instead. 16:29

6M ago16:29

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Welcome to Season 5! Let's face it, 2023 was a challenging year for many designers and techies, and 2024 might not show immediate signs of improvement. Amidst this prevailing uncertainty, you might be seeing an influx of social media posts about setting new goals, while you're still trying to recharge and find your bearings. Falling into a cycle of…

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A Logical Walk Through Grief (Proshai, Livushka) 45:36

6M ago45:36

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Lana breaks down the process of grief alongside a legendary episode of the Sopranos. Support the Show. Join us- subscribe to our podcast if you haven’t already. If you have, tell one friend, and show them how to subscribe! We reside at www.lanaanddave.com, we’re available on Apple, Spotify, Audible, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on T…

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[ITR Short]Enhancing Patient Care: Mayo Clinic and SimBioSys Join Forces for Treatment Selection 1:13

6M ago1:13

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Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform you listen to. It does so much to bring exposure to the podcast and helps lift others up! To leave a review, helping us spread the contents of this podcast- click on this link! Thank you! Connect with me! Website: In the Risi…

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Bringing Logic Into 2024, Part 2 (w/Lana) 36:06

6M ago36:06

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Support the Show. Join us- subscribe to our podcast if you haven’t already. If you have, tell one friend, and show them how to subscribe! We reside at www.lanaanddave.com, we’re available on Apple, Spotify, Audible, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram: “@lanaanddave”, and call us with questions, concerns…

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Breaking Free from Sugar Addiction: A Journey to Health with Dr. Nicole Avena 24:10

6M ago24:10

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Discover how to liberate yourself from the clutches of sugar addiction with the insights of Dr. Nicole Avena, whose groundbreaking research shines a light on the hidden ways sugar is controlling our lives. In our candid conversation, Dr. Avena, armed with knowledge from her acclaimed book "Sugar List," presents a seven-step plan that guides you tow…

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[ITR Short] Breaking Free from the Comparison Trap: A Guide to Self-Empowerment and Individual Health Journeys 2:13

6M ago2:13

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Ever found yourself sizing up your life against someone else's Instagram highlight reel? It's a universal struggle! As a physical therapist, I've seen firsthand how this tendency can either kickstart a person's journey to better health, or trap them in a cycle of negativity and self-doubt. I share the article from Liz White, " 7 Effective Strategie…

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Bringing Logic Into 2024, Part 1 (w/Lana) 37:46

6M ago37:46

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Support the Show. Join us- subscribe to our podcast if you haven’t already. If you have, tell one friend, and show them how to subscribe! We reside at www.lanaanddave.com, we’re available on Apple, Spotify, Audible, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram: “@lanaanddave”, and call us with questions, concerns…

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[ITR Short] Triumphs and Reflections of a Cancer Conqueror 2:01

6M ago2:01

2:01

Ever found yourself obsessing over the details, like how clean your pot is, only to realize there's another side to the story? Khevin Barnes, a male breast cancer survivor, graces our podcast with an enlightening conversation about his extraordinary encounter with this life-altering disease and the unexpected life lessons he gleaned from it. He con…

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Beyond the Menopause Horizon with Health and Nutrition Coach Kirstie Wilson 27:07

7M ago27:07

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When my own body started rewriting the rules during perimenopause, weight management turned into a bewildering quest. I soon realized that the conventional arsenal of restrictive diets and punishing workouts was failing me. Join us as I open up about my personal struggles and breakthroughs in finding a sustainable, healthy lifestyle that resonates …

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Bonus episode: 15 minute guided end-of-year reflection 14:19

7M ago14:19

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The new year is a great time to reflect on the past year, recalibrate your direction and refocus your energy for the new year. There are lots of great reflection exercises out there but many can take at least a few hours to do. If you’ve been thinking of doing a reflection but haven’t been able to find the time, I’ve designed a condensed version fo…

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Reflecting on your year, riding the waves you’re on and being aware of the mountain you're climbing with Josie Downey and Jason Mesut 1:19:05

7M ago1:19:05

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#047 - We wrap up Season 4 reflecting on some end of year reflection workshops I ran with Design Strategist, Josie Downey, to help designers and changemakers reflect on their year and refocus on 2024. We are also joined by Product Strategy Consultant, Jason Mesut, who attended one of those workshops. Have you reflected on your year and set your int…

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The Logic Of Emotional Regulation (w/Melissa), Part 3 36:38

7M ago36:38

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Lana concludes her in depth discussion with Melissa T, DBT Therapist on how to keep yourself from becoming a victim of your emotions. References: Information on Marsha Linehan: https://depts.washington.edu/uwbrtc/our-team/marsha-linehan The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. (Author) htt…

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