Best Alison Rothman Podcasts (2024)

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JENNIFER PARKER: On Trauma and Nervous System Regulation 45:39

10M ago45:39

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We never really know another human's story unless we ask. I have had many interactions with my guest this month on various virtual channels, yet had never fully heard her powerful story. Jennifer is a courageous hero who has transcended extreme trauma and is learning, moment-by-moment to unwind it from a lifetime of CPTSD. I was so deeply moved by …

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MISSY TOY OZEAS: On the Power of Energy Healing 42:39

11M ago42:39

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My guest this month is Missy Toy Ozeas, an energy healer, guide, and teacher based in California. We had a beautiful and resonant conversation about energy healing and clearing, and how she works with clients. This episode will hopefully provide the inspiration to seek this level of work on oneself, especially if you have felt blocked in any arena …

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Figuring out who you want to be on the other side of menopause with Selene Yeager 54:07

11M ago54:07

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Episode #60 // Eating disorder recovery, thriving in menopause, navigating perimenopause, fueling for power and performance without restriction CW: Eating disorder If you have questions about perimenopause, menopause, or how you can eat what you want without adhering to any rules and still perform well as an athlete, do not go anywhere, this episod…

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Intuitive Eating Principle 1: Reject the Diet Mentality (Part 3) 22:51

12M ago22:51

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Episode #59 // Covering the first principle of Intuitive Eating: Reject the Diet Mentality, part 3- the importance of curiosity I'm back with a solo episode on intuitive eating, discussing the first principle: Reject the Diet Mentality. (Quick backstory if you're new here: Intuitive Eating is a practice Evelyn Tribole and Eileen Resch originally pr…

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The life-saving magic of embodiment with Alison Rothman 1:00:05

1y ago1:00:05

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Episode #58 // Alison Rothman, Body-Centered Holistic Empowerment Coach and yoga practitioner // How can we use what's already inside of us to heal from trauma and cultivate resilience? TW: trauma, gun violence, eating disorders, addiction I’m so excited to bring you a conversation with Body-Centered Holistic Empowerment Coach and yoga practitioner…

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How self-compassion can unleash your speediest, strongest athletic performance (and improve your mental health) with Erin Ayala 54:05

1y ago54:05

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Episode #57 // Erin Ayala, cyclist and sports psychologist // How do the stories we tell ourselves impact our self-image, our performance, and even the enjoyment we derive from sport? And what if those stories aren’t serving us? How can we change them? Licensed sport psychologist, certified mental performance consultant, researcher, and elite cycli…

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Awakening in Midlife 25:20

1y ago25:20

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Midlife does not need to be a time of crisis but rather can provide the platform for incredible awakening on many levels. There are so many layers of the midlife realm of evolving including: body changes, soul purpose and meaning, relationships, parenting teens and budding adults, grief and loss, self-acceptance .... This month's episode is a solo …

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The intersection between diet culture and sport with Sara Gross 51:43

1y ago51:43

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#56 // Sara Gross, retired pro triathlete and founder of Feisty Media // Growing up, Sara Gross was one of the strongest, fastest, kids in her class. So she didn’t understand why she only saw women playing sports on TV once every four years, at the Olympics. Today, she’s a retired professional triathlete and the CEO and Founder of Feisty Media, a c…

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Ditching dieting to embrace authentic, wholehearted living with Kim Basler 52:44

1y ago52:44

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#55// Kim Basler, group fitness instructor and food freedom & mindset coach// TW: Suicidal thoughts // How do you let go of restrictive dieting and a lifetime of people pleasing to ultimately embrace intuitive eating and start living a life that honors your true needs, desires, values? Food freedom & mindset coach, author, speaker, and award-winnin…

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SARA FLETCHER: On Loving Yourself, Your Home, and Your Unique Life 47:27

1y ago47:27

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My guest this episode is Sara Fletcher, an incredible woman with a heroic story of healing and transformation from a brain tumor. Sara and I found each other through, yes, social media! I consider our connection to be very genuine and heart-full and was so thrilled to have the opportunity to drop in with her and hear her story. I had chills through…

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Intuitive Eating Principle 1: Reject the Diet Mentality (Part 2) | Ep. 54 26:42

1y ago26:42

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No matter what you've seen on Instagram, intuitive eating is about so much more than eating whatever you want whenever you want. It's not the hunger/fullness diet. It's not license to eat donuts all day every day or permission to never eat a vegetable again. Intuitive eating (which is based on the eponymous book by dietitians Evelyn Tribole and Eil…

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Christine Yu, author of Up to Speed: The Groundbreaking Science of Women Athletes | Ep. 53 57:03

1y ago57:03

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Christine Yu is an award-winning journalist whose work focuses on the intersection of sports science and women athletes. Her writing has appeared in Outside, The Washington Post, Runner’s World, and other publications. She’s a lifelong athlete and yoga teacher who loves running, surfing, and skiing. She lives in Brooklyn, New York. Her new book, Up…

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MAGGIE GENTRY: On Mindful Entrepreneurship 44:49

1+ y ago44:49

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My guest this month is Maggie Gentry, founder of Own Your Why, a woman on a mission to humanize the wild world of marketing for entrepreneurs. She is a thought partner to her clients and works to craft sustainable marketing plans that honor their work and elevate their message. This conversation was refreshing and humanizing in the realm of entrepr…

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Jill Merkel, Anti-Diet Dietitian and Runner: On uncoupling weight and health | ep. 52 1:02:43

1+ y ago1:02:43

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Jill Merkel is an anti-diet, weight-inclusive Registered Dietitian specializing in disordered eating, Intuitive Eating, and sports nutrition. She’s been in private practice since January 2017 helping women find freedom from diet rules and restriction and helping athletes and active individuals fuel their bodies without obsession. The team dietitian…

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Shilletha Dragonsky Curtis, queer athlete writer, and influencer of color: Facing mental health issues and racism on the Appalachian Trail | ep. 51 1:00:11

1+ y ago1:00:11

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When queer athlete, writer, and influencer Shilletha “Dragonsky” Curtis lost her job right when the pandemic lockdowns started, the depression and anxiety she’d been living with for years kicked in — hard. She experienced panic attacks, and ended up doing intensive outpatient treatment and when her program ended, the New Jersey native noticed every…

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STACEY LYNN: On Living From the Heart 42:20

1+ y ago42:20

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After a short hiatus, I am thrilled to resume Embodied and Awake with a wonderful first guest: Stacey Lynn, a yoga and meditation teacher originally from New York, who relocated to the Boulder area in the height of COVID times. Stacey shares a powerful story of dying from cardiac arrest while with her son and his girlfriend, and the impact that thi…

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Gillian Goerzen, body positive health coach, intuitive eating counselor, and endurance swimmer: How to nourish the body you're in | ep 50 1:06:08

1+ y ago1:06:08

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Gillian Goerzen was at the healthiest she’d ever been, training for an Ironman… or so it appeared. The truth was, she grappling with an eating disorder that sapped her of her energy, joy, and health. But because she didn’t “look like” she was chronically underfueled, she flew under the radar for years. As the medical community is finally starting t…

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Hillary Allen, ultra-endurance athlete on recovering from trauma after a near-fatal accident: "I didn't know who I was." | ep. 49 1:01:54

1+ y ago1:01:54

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Content warning: eating disorders, trauma If you need a huge dose of inspiration, this episode is for you. Our guest, ultra runner and gravel cyclist Hillary Allen, best known for her incredible comeback after the near-fatal accident she survived during an endurance race in Norway, is the definition of resilience. Hillary is a Boulder-based ultra-e…

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Intuitive Eating for Runners (Another Mother Runner podcast cross-feed) | ep 48 51:32

1+ y ago51:32

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I joined Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin on the Another Mother Runner podcast starting at 11:29 to discuss: what intuitive eating encompasses my macro counting obsession and why I stopped what “food freedom” is—and how to achieve it how to balance the needs of training with intuitive eating how to recognize “the food police” in your head—and sil…

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Ten-Minute Tuesday| Intuitive Eating Principle 1: Reject the Diet Mentality (part one) | ep 47 21:52

1+ y ago21:52

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Intuitive eating isn't as simple as eating when you're hungry and stopping when you're full, There are ten principles, and in this quick solo episode, I discuss the first principle: reject the diet mentality. This is a big one, so I'm covering it in more than one episode, starting with simply defining the diet mentality. Listen to find out what the…

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Jill Angie, fat running coach and author: "I'm okay with people being wrong about me."| ep 46 1:05:03

2y ago1:05:03

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Jill Angie is a running coach who helps fat women start running, build body confidence, and embrace their inner athletes. She’s also the host of the Not Your Average Runner podcast and author of three books on running while fat. In this interview, Jill talks about why she started running in secret, what body acceptance looks like for her, how she m…

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Trusting Your Process 23:20

2y ago23:20

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Trusting who we are and our unique process of life is an empowering and growth enhancing way of living. Yet, so many find themselves disconnected from that truth, turning outward for approval or validation, and comparing oneself to those around them. This short and sweet episode is a deep dive into these rocky waters, providing opportunity to self-…

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Lori King, award-winning marathon swimmer on eating disorder recovery, Guillain-Barre, and performance anxiety: “Turn your worry into wonder” | ep 45 57:24

2y ago57:24

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Lori King is a working mom of two who recovered from both an eating disorder and Guillain-Barre syndrome and manages to conquer some of the world’s most intimidating ocean swims. The award-winning marathon swimmer’s many accomplishments include the Catalina channel swim (20 mi), the Manhattan Island swim (28.5 mi, the 8 Bridges Hudson River Staged …

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Ten-Minute Tuesday: What Is Intuitive Eating? | ep 44 28:04

2y ago28:04

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In this solo episode you'll hear... How I found intuitive eating (or maybe how it found me when I needed it) What intuitive eating is and isn't My short answer to the question "What is intuitive eating?" How other intuitive eating professionals answer the question "What is intuitive eating?" The ten principles of intuitive eating 💌 Sign up for my n…

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Marley Blonsky, fat adventure cyclist & co-founder of All Bodies on Bikes: “There's just such a sense of freedom when you're on your bicycle.” | ep 43 57:35

2y ago57:35

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Marley Blonsky is a speaker, writer, advocate, influencer, and self-described fat adventure cyclist, and as the co-founder of All Bodies on Bikes, she’s on a mission to make the sport of cycling more inclusive for people of all sizes and shapes. In addition to her advocacy work, Marley also rides for Cannondale, Pearl Izumi, Shimano, Ride With GPS,…

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Taneika Duhaney, gravel cyclist, runner, and mother of two: Managing autoimmune disorder—“Give yourself grace and give yourself time.” | ep 42 1:13:09

2y ago1:13:09

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Guest Bio Taneika is a gravel cyclist, runner, mother of two, active-duty sailor, and freelance writer living with a medical condition called myasthenia gravis. She’s a member of the elite women's gravel team Velocio//Exploro. Committed to being the change she wants to see in outdoor spaces, Taneika toes the line at as many gravel races as she can …

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Rabbi Jessica Marshall: "I'm just so much happier when I'm living in my heart" | ep. 41 1:00:37

2y ago1:00:37

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On this episode, Rabbi Jessica Kessler Marshall and I discussed all the good stuff — including her love of cycling and snacks, the power of nature, the importance of ritual, and what happens when she tunes into her heart. Jessica is a cyclist, a hiker, and a general lover of the outdoors. She’s also a rabbi with a passion for writing, creating, and…

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Turn your expertise and knowledge into a profitable digital course with Amy Porterfield 30:56

2y ago30:56

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In this episode with Online Marketing Expert, Amy Porterfield, you'll learn how a digital course business can provide the financial security of a traditional job with the freedom to live your life on your own terms. Amy shares how to start a side hustle and transition from your 9-5 job and what steps to take to create a successful course that allow…

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BRANDON ZIRULNIKOFF: On Living a Life of Love, Faith, and Possibility 42:53

2y ago42:53

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My guest this month is Brandon Zirulnikoff, a 23-year old survivor. Brandon has an incredible story to share about his journey through years of depression and suicidal tendencies, into a true awakening to his true self and the essence of pure Universal Love. He is a light in this world and it is my deepest honor to hear his journey and share it wid…

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Ten-minute Tuesday: Joyful movement: It's not about the movement | ep 40 18:51

2y ago18:51

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In this ten-minute Tuesday I'm bringing you my reflections on my experience riding my road bike up Mt. Evans (the highest paved road in North America!) and what that has to do with joyful movement. If you're not into riding you bike up mountains, that's totally fine and you should still listen —because joyful movement really isn't about the movemen…

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Maor Tiyouri, Israeli Olympic runner on resilience, confidence, and trusting yourself | ep 39 50:56

2y ago50:56

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In episode 39 of the Real Fit podcast, I interview Maor Tiyouri, an Israeli professional runner who lives and trains right here in Boulder. (Fun fact: I used to work out at the same gym as her and she’s been on my list of people I wanted to interview since before I even launched the Real Fit podcast.) A two-time Olympic marathon runner, she represe…

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CASEY STEVENS: On Consciousness, Quantum Healing, and Energetic Alignment 44:19

2y ago44:19

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My guest this month is Casey Stevens, a Licensed Psychotherapist, Master Certified Consciousness Coach and a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist based out of Seattle, Washington. Casey and I crossed paths in the wild world of social media and I was immediately drawn to her grounded and authentic presence, her aligned and very clear wisdom, and her ab…

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Ten-Minute Tuesday: What joyful movement is and why it matters | ep 38 19:24

2y ago19:24

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In this episode I'm talking about joyful movement- what it is, why it matters, and how to tell whether you're incorporating it into your life or not. Links/Resources My newsletter Are you ready to heal your relationship with food, exercise, and your body? I offer 1:1 intuitive eating coaching. Learn more here. For full episode details, CLICK HERE H…

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Emma Kertesz, sub-elite distance runner, podcaster, and writer: “I can be anyone I want to be.” | ep 37 1:03:19

2y ago1:03:19

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In this episode, I interview two-time Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier and author of “The Boy Behind the Door,” Emma Kertesz. She lives in Boulder, Colorado with her husband Noah Droddy and their two elderly rescue dogs. Emma is a self-proclaimed “serious hobbyist” who trains with Boulder Underground and is coached by Evan Schwartz and Matt Hensle…

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How by elevating your energetic state you can impact all other areas of your life. 41:20

2y ago41:20

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Our energetic state influences everything we do, including our business, and the easiest and fastest route to elevate your energetic state to a place where success is INEVITABLE is through your BODY. More than 18 years ago I discovered a set of practises and transformational tools, drawn from sciences of quantum, physics, neurobiology and energy he…

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HEDVIKA TICHA: On Undoing the Tensions of Humanity 49:16

2y ago49:16

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My guest this month is Hedvika Ticha, a yoga teacher and embodiment facilitator from Berlin, Germany. She is the founder of UNDO YOGA and is passionate about helping people slow down and drop into their truest selves. We dive into a beautiful conversation about undoing mainstream yoga, the benefits and magic of a restorative yoga practice, and how …

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Leah Jantzen, Ironman triathlete, life coach, and mom of four: “Be bright, be bold and be brave.” | ep 36 1:10:10

2y ago1:10:10

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Leah Jantzen is an elite triathlete, life coach, motivational speaker, and mom of four who calls herself “The Queen of No.” A hardworking athlete who works full-time while running a coaching business and raising kids, the only way she can get it all done is by being super clear on her priorities and setting boundaries like a total boss. Since she g…

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Obsessed with emails with Tarzan Kay 13:32

2y ago13:32

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Let me guess,my friend...since you joined this entrepreneurial world you've heard this a thousand times: THE MONEY IS IN THE LIST! The email list, that is. So why is it so, freakin’ hard to actually make that a reality? News flash: it’s not! Or at least, it doesn’t have to be. Email marketing can be highly complex...but it can also be simple. You j…

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51.Everyday real-life movement as medicine to achieve true embodiment with Alison Rothman 21:11

2y ago21:11

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In today's episode, our guest is Alison Rothman and we talk about what true embodiment really means and how to achieve it through everyday real movement. Here is how you can connect with Alison: Website: www.embodymylife.com Clarity Call link: https://calendly.com/embodymylife/20minute-clarity-call Summer Retreat: https://www.embodymylife.com/retre…

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Anniversary special | Pam Moore on the other side of the mic: "Shoulds are just limits" | ep 35 49:39

2y ago49:39

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In honor of Real Fit's one-year anniversary, my husband, Dan, is asking me the questions this time! It's fun, you'll like it. We discuss... My extreme nearsightedness and how that may have (read: definitely) contributed to my inability ever catch a ball and why I hated sports as a kid What motivates my pathological competitiveness My most memorable…

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Mother's Day Bonus Episode: We are their sunshine 10:31

2y ago10:31

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Coming to you this Mother's Day with something that has nothing to do with the usual themes (ie women, sports, body image, enoughness). We'll return to our regularly scheduled program next time. For now, enjoy my reflections on motherhood this Mother's day. In a nutshell, this sh*t is hard. If you're right here with me and you agree that you need a…

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CHARISSA SIMS: On Embracing the Healer Within 47:21

2+ y ago47:21

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This month’s guest is Charissa Sims: a healer, author, spiritual life coach, mom, teacher, and corporate consultant. Charissa shares, with great vulnerability, her journey through cancer and healing herself naturally. It is a profound and inspiring journey to hear and feel. We also dive into the realm of energy clearing and specific techniques to u…

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A live coaching session with Natalie Rotelli, biostatistician, athlete, and recovering perfectionist | ep 34 52:54

2+ y ago52:54

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TW: weight loss, dieting Ever wondered what actually happens in a coaching session? This is your chance to find out. This episode features a little bit of interviewing and a lot of coaching with my fabulous friend Natalie Rotelli. She’s a biostatistician, athlete, mom, stepmom, and wife, who is crazy smart, incredibly driven, and funny as hell. In …

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50.One Year Anniversary of my business. My journey. 16:45

2+ y ago16:45

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Recap of the past 12 months of my business journey. Today I am celebrating 1 year anniversary today since I signed my first (high-ticket) client! Also, it was a day I signed up with first high level mentor and it happens to be our Queen birthday as well! So many lessons learnt, so many ebbs and flows, ups and downs, but what an exciting journey it …

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The shifts of change. How can we invite them? 13:47

2+ y ago13:47

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Every now and then we are going through changes, massive shifts in our lives. In this episode i share what I think can intentionally invite those changes and fast track you to a different reality.By Sofia Adamova

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Rona Kilmer, multi-sport athlete, sexual assault survivor, and business cofounder: Finding strength in vulnerability and healing from trauma | ep 33 1:06:58

2+ y ago1:06:58

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Rona Kilmer was a former Junior Olympics competitor and an aspiring basketball player, when as a young teenager, she experienced sexual assault and everything changed. She’d grown up identifying as an athlete. Now she was a party girl with a hard exterior. Over the ensuing years, she would navigate disordered eating and an unhealthy relationship wi…

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48.The Most Important Episode. The essence of life. 23:34

2+ y ago23:34

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Very important basic concepts. The philosophy of life in a nutshell. What is The Truth? What is our true nature? What is the difference between our Higher Self and our Ego mind? Why reincarnation and karma don't exist. What role does our Body play? How can we explain of people remembering their past lives if reincarnation doesn't exist? What is the…

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KATE HEARTSONG: On Hope for Humanity 47:19

2+ y ago47:19

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My guest this month is Kate Heartsong, an author, coach, facilitator, speaker, and Reiki Master/Teacher with an empowering message to share with the world around this pivotal and transformative time of human evolution. It was a pleasure to dive in with her to discuss many important subjects including: the importance of doing our personal work durin…

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Lael Wilcox, pro ultra-endurance cyclist, non-profit founder, and women’s cycling trailblazer: “Women can win.” | ep. 32 1:09:44

2+ y ago1:09:44

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Have you ever wondered what would happen if you were face to face with a mountain lion in the middle of the night during an ultra-endurance bike race where you were poised to beat the entire field (including the men)? In this interview, professional ultra-endurance cyclist Lael Wilcox discusses this and sooo much more. Lael might be the toughest wo…

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Ten-Minute Tuesday: On Making Room for those Crap-tastic Feelings 21:43

2+ y ago21:43

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Links/Resources The recent newsletter I referenced Bell’s Palsy podcast episode Essay I wrote about Bell’s Palsy for Longreads More about the home birth of my second child Alison Rothman episode The Bar-Ilan University neuroscientist I referenced (Dr. Moshe Bar) My coach, Lela Davison The study that looked at how mental load might affect creativity…

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