Best Nina Badzin Podcasts (2024)

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The Transformative Power of Female Friendships With Podcaster Nina Badzin 1:08:04

23d ago1:08:04

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This episode we’re delving into the transformative power of female friendships with special guest, Nina Badzin. Nina, the voice behind Dear Nina: Conversations About Friendship and a seasoned writer on the topic since 2014, brings her wealth of knowledge and personal experiences to the table. We explore the dynamics of women's friendships, the impo…

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From Pain to Purpose: The Inspiring Mental Health Journey of Advocate and Speaker David Woods Bartley 57:42

2d ago57:42

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**Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about mental health challenges, including depression, suicide, and sexual assault.** In this episode, I’m joined by David Woods Bartley, a TED Talk speaker and mental health advocate. David shares his incredible journey from battling mental illness to achieving mental wellness. As we close out Me…

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Friendships Can Survive Hurt Feelings and Conflict: Shasta Nelson 37:50

3d ago37:50

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Episode #102: Shasta Nelson, friendship expert extraordinaire, joins me to discuss how and why to be honest with friends when we're upset with them. Our friendships CAN survive tough conversations, hurt feelings, and conflict. AND, our overall social health will improve when we learn to get through the hard stuff with our friends. Meet Shasta Nelso…

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E227: Reduce pain, improve athletic performance and emotional wellbeing with Taopatch nanotechnology 51:35

8d ago51:35

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We are thrilled to share today’s guest, Dmitri Leonov, who has been the Co-Founder and CEO of Taopatch USA since 2019, after bringing the Taopatch to the U.S. from Italy. Taopatch is a patented wearable nanotechnology device that combines light therapy with acupuncture and has a wide range of benefits: improving posture, balance and mobility, elimi…

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Unlocking Happiness: A Guide to Navigating Crisis with Author, Coach, and Speaker Dr. Elia Gourgouris 54:23

9d ago54:23

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This episode I’m joined by Dr. Elia Gourgouris, a coach, author, and speaker on happiness and well-being. In this episode, we explore the power of personal branding and how it affects women's lives. Learn about the detrimental self-labels many women face and how to redefine your brand through personal anecdotes and professional insights. We touch o…

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Best Friends, Friendship Trios, Being More Direct with Friends, and More 27:44

13d ago27:44

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Episode #101: It's the first official "ask me anything" episode in honor of 100 episodes! The questions came from my anonymous inbox, my Facebook group (Dear Nina: The Group), or through Instagram and TikTok-- both @dearninafriendship. I had a great time answering questions and I couldn't even get to everything so I will keep doing these every so o…

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226: Inside the Experience of GLP-1 Drugs: A Deep Dive with One Health & One Drop CEO Jeff Dachis 56:31

15d ago56:31

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Part 2 of a 3 part series. We are thrilled to welcome back Jeff Dachis, who was first on episode 26, to discuss his company One Drop and how he empowers people with diabetes to live their best lives. We highly encourage you to listen to this episode, and our Part 1 (ep. 223) in this series, where we dive further into GLP-1 drugs, how they work, the…

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From Tech's Toll on Young Minds to Unpacking Modern Gambling Culture With Dr. Timothy Fong 1:04:00

16d ago1:04:00

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This episode I’m joined by Dr. Timothy Fong, a professor of psychiatry and co-director of the UCLA Gambling Studies Program, to dive deep into the emotional complexities of adolescence, addiction, and the power of vulnerability. Dr. Fong highlights the biological, psychological, and social factors that contribute to addiction, emphasizing recovery …

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The Magic of Camp Friends: Dara Levan 40:16

21d ago40:16

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Episode #100: They say camp friends are the best friends. Why? At camp there are no screens, you take risks, parents aren't breathing down your back, and the magic ingredients of endless hours + constant proximity make it possible to create intense, close bonds with kids your age. In this special episode of Dear Nina: Conversations About Friendship…

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E225: How astrology can maximize your potential, increase self-acceptance and more with Vedic Astrologer Charlotte Benson 59:05

22d ago59:05

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Charlotte Benson has practiced astrology as a career since 1972. She is the five-term president of the Arizona Society of Astrologers, one of the largest and oldest astrological organizations of its kind in the West. She has been the president of the American College of Vedic Astrology, Inc since 2018, and is now a Professor there. She is an experi…

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E224: Conquering 29029 training+ our current watch, read and listens with Marnie and Stephanie 31:39

29d ago31:39

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Today's podcast is a fun episode discussing what we are watching, listening and reading right now. Additionally, we each give an update on how our 29029 everesting training is going. We are each redefining what we are capable of, and expanding the boundaries of our potential. Plus a few updates on our summer detox. In this episode you will learn: W…

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Empowering Change: One World Surgery's Stories of Impact and Inspiration with Lulu Daly and Dr. Mary Hannon 45:55

1M ago45:55

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This episode I’m joined by guests Lulu Daly from One World Surgery and Dr. Mary Hannon of South Bay MD. Lulu shares the incredible story of how a trip to Honduras transformed her family's life, leading to the creation of a life-saving organization. Discover the challenges they faced and the lives they’ve touched through their medical missions, incl…

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The 14-Day Friendship (Mindset) Cleanse: Anna Goldfarb 33:07

1M ago33:07

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Episode #99: Welcome to the 14-day friendship (mindset) cleanse, brainchild of previous Dear Nina guest, Anna Goldfarb, whose book Modern Friendship: How to Nurture Our Most Valued Connections, is finally out in the world. Don't feel put off by the word, "cleanse." This discussion is about reconsidering how you're approaching friendships and how yo…

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E223: The pros & cons about GLP-1 weight loss drugs & solutions to improve your metabolic health with Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew & Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson 1:10:44

1M ago1:10:44

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Part 1 of a 3 part series. We are thrilled to welcome back two returning guests, Dr. Lauren Kelley-Chew, who was first on episode 147, and Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson, who recently was on episode 211, to discuss the very popular topic of GLP-1 class drugs for weight loss. We highly encourage you to listen to both of these episodes where we dive furth…

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Transforming Stress into Success: The 9 Pillars of Resilience with author and renowned Psychologist Dr. Stephen Sideroff 1:01:06

1M ago1:01:06

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This episode I’m joined by the esteemed Dr. Stephen Sideroff, a renowned psychologist and expert in resilience, longevity, and optimal performance. Dr. Sideroff shares his wisdom on managing stress, living in the moment, and finding balance in the chaos of life. His insights on turning stress into a tool for success and maintaining mental health ar…

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5 Questions to Evaluate Your Friendships at the End of the School Year 14:25

1M ago14:25

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Episode #98: There are five questions I want us to be asking ourselves to get a sense of where our friendships stand. Even if you're not a student or a parent, thinking in school months is a helpful measure of time. Maybe you got some grades. Maybe your kids got grades. Maybe at work you got an evaluation. It's also worth your time to evaluate your…

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E222: Boosting Health and Longevity with Ayurveda & Turmeric: Insights from Dr. Shivani Gupta 56:37

1M ago56:37

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Dr. Shivani is an Ayurvedic practitioner and expert in fusing Eastern and Western practices that help our bodies achieve equilibrium. She completed her Master’s in Ayurvedic Sciences and her PhD in Turmeric. Inflammation is a root cause for many health issues in our lives and we have the power to overcome it. Her passion is teaching at-home remedie…

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The Power of Determination, A Heart Felt Conversation with Celebrity Fitness Expert, Author and Podcaster, Steve Jordan 1:01:35

1M ago1:01:35

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Today's episode I'm joined by Steve Jordan, a renowned fitness expert, podcaster, and author. Steve opens up about his traumatic brain injury, a life-altering experience that tested his resilience and ultimately paved his path to recovery. From being a top athlete and popular student to facing a near-death experience, Steve's story is a testament t…

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Disclosing My Invisible Disability Increased the Intimacy In My Friendships: Estelle Erasmus 25:11

2M ago25:11

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Episode #97: Invisible disabilities can turn into a source of shame and unknowingly get in the way of friendships. What is an invisible disability? It's any condition that is not obvious, perhaps even to the closest of friends. Some examples are depression, anxiety, other mental health diagnoses, as well as physical conditions such as chronic pain,…

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E221: How to find joy in doing your laundry and cleaning your home with Patric Richardson 1:02:26

2M ago1:02:26

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Before there was a TV show and before there was a book, Patric Richardson loved laundry. As a child, Richardson loved clothes, both wearing them and their care. He studied merchandising apparel and textiles at the University of Kentucky and then left for an incredible career in luxury fashion at McAlpins, Neiman Marcus, and Nordstrom. Richardson op…

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A Conversation On Addiction and Redemption with Recovering Addict, Author, and Musician Paul Summers Jr 58:15

2M ago58:15

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In this episode I’m joined by Paul Summers Junior, a recovering addict, author, and musician, whose journey unfolds as a poignant narrative of self-expression, resilience, and redemption. Thi episode we discuss the evolving societal perceptions towards individuality and creativity, highlighting music's healing role in nurturing connection and empat…

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Mixtapes, Mahjong, and Other Sensory Friendship Experiences: Gretchen Rubin 47:43

2M ago47:43

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Episode #96: I have been a Gretchen Rubin fan since 2009 when I read The Happiness Project the week it came out. Who could resist that cover and concept? And I cannot believe this, but I got to discuss my favorite topic, friendship, with Gretchen Rubin on Dear Nina. In celebration of Gretchen's paperback release of Life in Five Senses: How Explorin…

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E220: Unlocking Vitality: Exploring Methylene Blue and Melatonin with Dr. John Lieurance 1:02:20

2M ago1:02:20

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Dr. John Lieurance is a naturopathic physician, chiropractic neurologist and author of “Melatonin: Miracle Molecule” and “Methylene Blue: Silver Bullet”. Dr. Lieurance has spent most of his career focused on finding solutions to the core causes of disease and how to support healing through natural methods. Some of the conditions he often sees clini…

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Mental Health Advocacy in the Beauty Realm with Founder of Very Nice Beauty Jennifer Lasko 59:15

2M ago59:15

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In this episode I have the pleasure of chatting with Jennifer Lasko, the founder of Very Nice Beauty and a fierce advocate for mental health. Jennifer's journey from studying chemical engineering to diving headfirst into the beauty industry is truly remarkable. Through her story, we discover a woman of incredible resilience and determination who fa…

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E219: How to design your optimal movement plan & tune into your body with Marnie and Stephanie 25:12

2M ago25:12

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Join Marnie and Stephanie in today's podcast as they share how to tune into what your body is telling you and create a movement plan for your health and longevity goals. They get up close and personal, and share their own challenges and learnings over the years. Marnie & Stephanie have coached numerous clients to trust their intuition and to create…

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Last Flight from Havana: An Inspiring Story of Overcoming Adversity with Business Leader, Inspiring Speaker, and Author Marie Quintana 57:41

2M ago57:41

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In this episode, I'm delighted to be joined by Marie Quintana, a nationally acclaimed business leader, inspiring speaker, and author of the book "Last Flight From Havana." Together, Marie and I delve into the profound impact of childhood trauma, focusing on Marie's poignant journey of leaving her homeland, Cuba, at a tender age. Despite encounterin…

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Overtalking, Undertalking, and Lessons on Friendship in the Art of Storytelling: Micaela Blei 30:11

2M ago30:11

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Episode #95: Oversharing, overtalking, undertalking, undersharing, small talk, deep talks, mismatches in vulnerability, and the art of listening---these are the tricky friendship topics we are dealing with today. I'm joined by Micaela Blei, a GrandSLAM-winning storyteller and former founding Director of Education at The Moth. Topics we covered: The…

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E218: Mastering Connections: Nurturing New Friendships and Rekindling Old Bonds After Forty with Nina Badzin 54:11

2M ago54:11

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Nina Badzin has been writing about friendship since 2014. She's the host of Dear Nina: Conversations About Friendship podcast and the co-founder of the writing studio at ModernWell in Minneapolis. In today’s episode we discuss: Making new friends. How to nurture an acquaintance and take the friendship to the next level. Balancing the desire for new…

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A conversation on Addiction, Privilege, and Healing with Recovery Coach and Podcaster Fawna Asfaw 46:47

2M ago46:47

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This episode I'm joined by, Fawna Asfaw. Fawna is a Recovery Coach, founder of The Good Work LLC, author and podcaster. In today's episode we emphasize the importance of bridging divides and fostering dialogue between different perspectives, recognizing the polarized nature of today's political climate. As well as the intersection of addiction, pri…

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5 Friendship Issues to Address With a Therapist: Roxanne Francis 24:42

3M ago24:42

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Episode #94: Everyone runs into bumps in their friendships. Trust me, I have a decade's worth of writing material from readers and listeners to prove that point. But when are friendship issues getting to the point where addressing them with a therapist is highly recommended? I'm joined by award-winning psychotherapist, Roxanne Francis, who responde…

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E217: Unleash your style confidence and dress for your authentic self with Nicole Russo 1:00:17

3M ago1:00:17

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Nicole Russo founded Let's Get You in 2017, and has since styled hundreds of people, attended NY Fashion Week, and contributed to, or has been featured in Fast Company, Bustle, TodayxTmrw, and Martha Stewart Weddings. She has been a private stylist and personal shopper for over a decade, with fashion industry detours at J.Crew, Theory, and she was …

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Navigating the Path to Recovery: With Addiction Specialist & Interventionist Candy Finnigan (Revisited) 1:10:06

3M ago1:10:06

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This episode is a re-visited episode of one of my favorite Guests: Addiction has always been an issue in the US. With the rise in fentanyl related deaths and increasing number of ads and commercials glamorizing alcohol and other substances addiction and substance abuse has become even more prevalent in today's society. This is why I am so happy to …

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Small Friendship Slights and Changing Your Instagram Handle 8:46

3M ago8:46

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Episode #93: A quick conversation about the subtle hurts that can make friendship difficult. It's the small slights I cover on Dear Nina in general, not the giant betrayals. Why? The big "stuff" is much more black and white, and we don't need much conversation around whether to stay friends. Today I also have a big instagram tip if you're looking t…

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E216: Optimal Health Begins with Oral Wellness: A Conversation with Functional Medicine Dentist, Dr. Staci Whitman 1:09:44

3M ago1:09:44

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Doctor Staci Whitman is on a mission to create a cavity-free world. She is the founder of NoPo Kids Dentistry in North Portland, OR where she takes a whole-body, holistic, and functional approach with her patients. Her dentistry and practice philosophy is grounded by science and powered by love. Doctor Staci attended Tufts University School of Dent…

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Unlocking Creativity Through Writing and Parenting Neurodivergent Children: Insights from Award Winning Author Robin Finn 53:12

3M ago53:12

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This episode features award-winning author Robin Finn, celebrated for her Hillarious essay "When Our Daughter Walked In on Us." Together, Robin and I explore her journey from stifled aspirations to the tumultuous path of parenthood, unveiling the transformative power of art and connection amidst life's trials. Robin shares candid stories of evoluti…

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E215: Advocating for yourself to prioritize your health with community member Heather 23:38

3M ago23:38

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We are very excited for our Health Transformation Audit with our community member Heather. Today's episode is all about guiding Heather to: • Visualize her ideal day to live pain and symptom free with more energy and identify what's holding her back. • Identify her biggest roadblock to prioritize her and her family's long-term health and well-being…

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The Courage to Trust Friends After You’ve Been Hurt 14:45

3M ago14:45

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Episode #92: For anyone who has been hurt by a friend--or a group of friends--recently or in the past, this 14-minute episode is for you. It's a solo episode that came from my reaction to a TikTok video I saw by a woman who was left out of a group trip years ago and has decided she will never trust anyone with her friendship again. Other titles I c…

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Finding Freedom: A Journey Of Resilience with renowned singer and author Stephanie Quayle 1:03:54

3M ago1:03:54

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This episode I'm joined by Stephanie Quayle, the renowned singer and author, who unveils her upcoming book, "Why Do We Stay?: How My Toxic Relationship Can Help You Find Freedom" in a candid discussion slated for release on April 30th via HarperCollins.com or Amazon Together, Stephanie and I explore the journey of resilience, diving deep into how p…

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Finding a Way Forward: A Mother's Tale of Survival with Rachel Hart 57:33

3M ago57:33

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This episode I'm joined by guest Rachel Hart who recounts her heart-stopping encounter with a hit-and-run accident in Venice, California. Walking with her eight-month-old son, Rachel faced a life-threatening situation when a reckless 16-year-old driver in a stolen car careened towards them. Through Rachel's courageous retelling, listeners will expl…

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Why Big Friend Groups Often Fail; And Helping Kids Manage Conflict with Friends: Dr. Lisa Damour 27:23

3M ago27:23

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Episode #91: Dr. Lisa Damour's latest book, The Emotional Lives of Teenagers , is out in paperback. On this episode we revisit the best nuggets of my previous conversation with Dr. Lisa, focusing on teen and tween friend groups and all of the anxiety that goes along with parenting a teen who is dealing with not being in a group. We cover teens not …

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E214: The power of healing through breathwork with Alexandra Burkowsky 1:01:47

4M ago1:01:47

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Alexandra Burkowsky is a dedicated advocate of individual empowerment in wellness, education, and personal development. Her approach involves close collaboration with clients to help them rediscover their intrinsic self-value and authenticity through holistic practices, including breathwork, sound healing, meditation, and reiki. After many years in…

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Rising Above: How Trauma Turned to Triumph with Las Vegas Renowned Hypnotist & Author Kevin Lepine 41:56

4M ago41:56

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In this episode, I am thrilled to welcome award-winning hypnotist Kevin Lepine, acclaimed as the rock star of hypnosis, for a truly enlightening conversation. Kevin shares his encounters with criticism, both online and during live performances, shedding light on the corrosive nature of cyberbullying and its profound effects on mental well-being. Ou…

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The Friends You Want Around During a Crisis: Kelly Lang 28:41

4M ago28:41

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Episode #90: Many of us say we would be there for our friends in an emergency, but that's often theory until it's tested. Not everyone can rise to the occasion. And crisis is a time when the friends you want around you and the ones you may need to leave behind (even for just a while) becomes very clear. Kelly Lang, co-author with her husband, Mike,…

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E213: The power of natural light & blue light glasses to improve your sleep, mood, focus & energy with Roudy Nassif 1:17:42

4M ago1:17:42

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Roudy Nassif is a renowned engineer, a health entrepreneur, martial artist, and a light expert who is on a mission to help people experience the freedom, flow, and vitality of living in rhythm with nature’s light and dark cycles and achieving better sleep and increased energy. He is the founder of Vivarays, a company leading the Light Revolution, w…

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Negative Friendship Patterns; Breaking an Unhealthy Cycle: Christie Tate 35:57

4M ago35:57

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Episode #89: Do you ever feel like you or someone you know is just not “good at” friendship? It's never too late to address negative patterns in our friendships or any relationship. Today's guest, author Christie Tate, author of B.F.F.: A Memoir of Friendship Lost and Found, set out to break decades of unhealthy cycles in her friendships. Do you th…

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E212: How to overcome limiting beliefs with mindset coach Elliot Roe 47:13

4M ago47:13

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Elliot Roe is a leading expert in Mindset Optimization for High Performers and is the world’s #1 Mindset Coach for poker players. His poker clients have won over $100,000,000 and nearly every major tournament title, including the World Series of Poker Main Event. Elliot’s clientele also includes Olympic medalists, UFC Champions, Hollywood Actors, B…

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The Path to Healing: A journey Through Anxiety and Depression with Author James Francis 55:55

4M ago55:55

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In this episode, I'm joined by James Francis, a Speaker, Entrepreneur, and author of the book “There's Coffee in the Fridge: One Man's Journey Through Anxiety and Depression.” Together, we delve into the journey of overcoming trauma, depression, and finding hope. From childhood struggles to navigating the complexities of masculinity and societal ex…

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Differences of Opinion With Friends and The Potential of Friendship Between Cousins: Emily Locker 30:19

4M ago30:19

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Episode #88: Managing differences of opinion with friends can get tricky. An obvious area is politics, but smaller differences also get between friends, like parenting decisions. Examples: parents who give their kids a phone and social media years before the other friend; public vs. private school; where you live; how you vacation---those are not a…

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E211: How to heal your relationship with food, lose your excess weight and break free from food addiction with Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson 1:01:54

4M ago1:01:54

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Susan Peirce Thompson, Ph.D., is the New York Times bestselling author of Bright Line Eating, The Official Bright Line Eating Cookbook, and Rezoom. She is an Adjunct Associate Professor of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at the University of Rochester and an expert in the psychology of eating. She is president of the Institute for Sustainable Weight L…

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Dealing with Childhood Loss and Exploring Unprocessed Grief 22:21

4M ago22:21

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Today’s episode is a heavier one as I go solo to reflect on losing my dad during my childhood. It's a topic that's been on my mind a lot, and until now, I haven't really shared much about it. Throughout this episode, I'll be opening up about the profound impact of his absence, which continues to resonate with me to this day. I'll share how I've car…

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