Best Wise Health Essentials Podcasts (2025)

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MUSINGS + MAGICK: Shifting Identity, Celebrating Neurodivergence, and Navigating Chaos (JANUARY FULL MOON WITH LAUREN AND NICOLE) 1:09:19

2h ago1:09:19

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We’re back!!! Nicole and Lauren finally press record after a six-month break from recording together. In this episode, we share updates on our lives, including meeting in person for the first time, camping adventures, and Lauren’s transition back into nursing. Nicole delves deep into her family's discovery and acceptance of autism, discussing her d…

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Ep. 70: Are you a compulsive hero or a heroic compulsive? 13:58

7h ago13:58

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One way to free ourselves from unhealthy compulsive behavior is to understand our motivations, what drives and actually controls us. While we’re all unique, there are ancient and common patterns that underlie the roles we take on in life such as mother, father, warrior, healer, savior, priest, jester, caretaker and leader. These patterns are known …

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The Grief of Matrescence: Moving from Maiden to Mother 37:55

3d ago37:55

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Today's solo episode takes us on a heartfelt exploration of matrescence—the transformative rite of passage from maiden to mother. Drawing from her personal experiences and the insights of experts, Sarah delves into the often-unspoken grief that accompanies this journey. She reframes grief as a marker of growth, encouraging mothers to honor their ev…

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Open Me: A Conversation with Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer 1:13:05

5d ago1:13:05

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We are so excited to share this podcast with the amazing poet and human, Rosemerry Wahtola Trommer. As Erin mentions in the intro, you might want to have some tissues handy, as we dive right into the deep end, and the conversation is filled with tenderness and beauty. In our conversation, Rosemerry reads some of her gorgeous poems, and we move thro…

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Experiential Deep Ecology: A Conversation with John Seed And Skye Cielita Flor 1:17:47

5d ago1:17:47

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Friends, we are delighted to share this conversation with two beautiful Earth-loving humans, John Seed and Skye Cielita Flor. John is a long-time Earth activist, writer, teacher, musician, who, along side Joanna Macy, helped to grow the body of work called Experiential Deep Ecology or The Work that Reconnects. Skye is a teacher, folk herbalist, pla…

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21. Exploring a Map for Your Matrescence with Jessie Harrold 1:06:39

5d ago1:06:39

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Matrescence—the identity transition into motherhood—is gaining recognition, but even though many now understand what it is, most mothers still lack a roadmap for how to navigate it. Enter, Jessie Harrold. Jessie has written a beautiful book based on her many years of work supporting women and mothers through radical transformation, which offers pra…

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Ep. 69: How Self Control and Inhibited Expression Hurt Relationships 12:00

7d ago12:00

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Self control does have some benefits for relationships. But it also has dangers. If your self-restraint keeps you from expressing positive and intimate feelings, it may leave your partner feeling disconnected and unloved, which doesn't encourage them to express their feelings either, and then things start to go downhill quickly. But if you can be m…

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Advocating for Stillbirth Awareness and Prevention with Andrea Meyers 50:12

8d ago50:12

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Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of stillbirth and pregnancy loss, which may be difficult for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised, particularly for those who may find these subjects triggering or difficult to engage with. In this deeply moving episode, Sarah sits down with Andrea Meyers, founder of The Grief Closet. And…

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Ep. 68: Wield Your Shield Wisely: How Not to be Defensive 22:03

14d ago22:03

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Few of us make it through life without ever getting defensive. Shields are universal and archetypal. But, at the risk of being dramatic, how defensive we get can dramatically affect our relationships and careers. Some people keep their Shield of protection up almost all the time. Others ram it into the other person's face. Both of these can severel…

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Ep. 67: The Power of Lists to Tyrannize or Harmonize 11:40

29d ago11:40

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Lists can be either effective or excessive. They can help us to organize and prioritize what we need to do, and it feels great to cross things off. But they can also be very one-sided. Too often they are only about all the things we are supposed to do rather than the things we want to do. Why do lists have to be so bloody demanding, rather than all…

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Breaking the Silence of Early Pregnancy Loss with Andrea Turnbow 37:54

1M ago37:54

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Trigger Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including early pregnancy loss, miscarriage, and the emotional experiences of grief and healing. Listener discretion is advised, particularly for those who may find these subjects triggering or difficult to engage with. In this episode, Sarah speaks with Andrea Turnbow, founder of The Grief …

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Ep. 66: Welcome All Guests: Aging with OCPD (Obsessive-Compulsive Personality) 20:39

1M ago20:39

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Most people get happier as they reach their 50s, 60s and 70s. But people who are obsessive, compulsive and perfectionistic may miss out on the potential benefits. Their default strategy of control can block the those benefits, and leave them metaphorically pushing a rock up a hill, only to have it come crashing down again. The solution is to relinq…

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Grief During the Holidays 34:54

1M ago34:54

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Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about loss, child loss, and the emotional challenges of navigating grief during the holidays. If these topics are sensitive or triggering for you, please listen with care. If needed, consider pausing or seeking support from trusted individuals or resources. Summary: In this solo episode, Sarah expl…

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Ep. 65: Letting Go and Holding On: The Essential Life Skills No-One Taught You 10:38

2M ago10:38

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We often hear that we need to be able to let go, let go of things like resentment, control, limited identity, and replaying that embarrassing episode from last year’s Christmas party. But letting go wasn’t covered in the curriculum at your grammar school, or middle school, or high school. So today we’re going to talk about how to develop this skill…

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Understanding Kids' Grief: Insights and Tools with Jessica Correnti 43:27

2M ago43:27

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In another profoundly insightful episode, Sarah sits down with Jessica Correnti, a Certified Child Life Specialist, author, and founder of Kids Grief Support. Drawing from over 16 years of experience supporting grieving children and families, Jessica shares her deeply personal journey as a bereaved mother who has experienced six pregnancy losses. T…

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Ep. 64: Driving Nowhere: The Dangers of Being Overly Conscientious 16:59

2M ago16:59

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Too often our efforts to be conscientious overshoot their goal and we become rigid and rulebound instead. Sometimes this is because we follow convention rather than conscience, and other times it's because we have forgotten our original motivation. In both cases, becoming more mindful of conscience and more skillful in how we execute it can put us …

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Motherhood, Entrepreneurship, and Letting Go of 'Having It All Figured Out' 39:18

2M ago39:18

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In this thought-provoking episode, Sarah sits down with somatic healing practitioner and holistic life coach Rebecca Dollard to explore the intricate and often messy intersection of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Together, they unravel the societal pressure to "have it all figured out," the challenges of dual identities as mothers and creators, a…

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Summoned by the Earth: A Conversation with Cynthia Jurs 1:06:01

2M ago1:06:01

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In this conversation, we speak with our friend and teacher, Cynthia Jurs, along with our dear friend and cohost, Leilani Navar, of The Turning Season Podcast. Cynthia recently published Summoned by the Earth: Becoming a Holy Vessel for Healing our World, which is a wisdom book for our times. As both of us have shared, this book is an extraordinary …

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Ep. 63: Can Mindfulness Meditation Make You Less Compulsive? 12:04

2M ago12:04

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Sitting still and watching their breathe may be the last thing most driven, perfectionist, and obsessive-compulsive people want to do. But it might be one of the most helpful things they can do. The benefits of mindfulness meditation for just about everyone have been well documented. In this post I'll explore some of the particular benefits for peo…

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Eldest Daughter Grief & Navigating Anticipatory Loss 42:41

2M ago42:41

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Today on MotherGrief, Sarah engages in a heartfelt discussion with licensed therapist and grief integration coach, Rio Richards. Specializing in trauma recovery with a focus on the nervous system and somatic EMDR, Rio brings her expertise and personal experience to the forefront as she shares her journey of anticipatory grief—navigating the emotion…

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Ep. 62: Being Frugal: Good Self-Care or Too Emotionally Expensive? 14:55

2M ago14:55

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Frugality can be a blessing or a curse. It can provide for you practically and prepare you for rough times. But it may also cost you emotionally. It can leave you stingy, obsessed, and austere. Knowing whether it’s helpful or harmful for you requires that you know your own tendencies; Too withholding? Too indulgent? If you want to sort this out, it…

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The Empath’s Guide to Grief 35:01

2M ago35:01

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In this deeply insightful episode, Sarah combines her extensive knowledge of empathic experiences with the profound and often complex journey of grief. Drawing from years of experience as an empath coach and host of The Uncensored Empath, Sarah shares how empaths navigate grief uniquely due to their heightened sensitivity and emotional awareness. T…

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Ep. 61: Feeling Stuck? Try Generosity. 17:40

3M ago17:40

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Since people with obsessive-compulsive personality traits often feel that the right thing is to hold on to money, time, objects and compliments, they may miss out on the benefits of generosity. And since they tend to get engrossed in goals, projects, and fixing things, they may neurologically wire themselves into a narrow focus which excludes gener…

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Why Talking About Grief Is Essential For Healing 44:19

3M ago44:19

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Trigger Warning: This episode addresses sensitive topics, including grief, miscarriage, death anniversaries, and emotional struggles after loss. Please listen mindfully, and take care of your well-being. If needed, consider pausing or seeking support from trusted individuals or resources. In this episode, Sarah delves into the essential role of tal…

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Beauty as Ballast, Grief as Guide, Body as Sacred Land: A Conversation with Leilani Navar and Erin Geesaman Rabke 1:03:22

3M ago1:03:22

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Beauty as Ballast, Grief as Guide, Body as Sacred Land In this conversation between dear friends Erin of Embodiment Matters & Leilani Navar of Turning Season https://turningseason.com/ we dive into rich topics which we’ll be exploring in some upcoming online offerings. Beauty as Ballast, Grief as Guide, and Body as Sacred Land. We also delve into t…

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Ep. 60: The Role of Self-Deception in Perfectionism 12:55

3M ago12:55

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We like to think of ourselves as rational beings, behaving in accord with reasonable ideals. But we resort to rationalization and self-deception far more often than we may want to know. The results include anxiety, failure to be fulfilled, and conflict with others who are just as convinced that they're more reasonable than the other guy. This calls…

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How Grief Lives in Your Nervous System 36:53

3M ago36:53

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Today Sarah explores the complex relationship between grief and the nervous system, offering a tender, insightful view of the body’s response to loss. With vulnerability and compassion, Sarah shares nine personal truths about grief, guiding you through the emotional, somatic, and psychological landscapes of healing. Today on MotherGrief: Beliefs an…

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Ep. 59: Navigating the Crossroads: 5 Steps to Becoming More Decisive 17:22

3M ago17:22

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When we have difficult decisions to make, it is as if we come to a crossroads and the choice becomes loaded with extra pressure. If we can recognize when we've entered this territory, and reflect on our decision-making process--rather than the content--we can feel more comfortable with our decisions, and improve our ability to be more decisive. Con…

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Into the Underworld of Grief 16:45

3M ago16:45

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In this episode, Sarah shares the ancient Sumerian myth of Inanna's descent into the underworld, reflecting on its powerful parallels to motherhood and grief. As Inanna surrenders her identity at each of the seven gates, the story reveals the transformative process of loss, rebirth, and the cyclical nature of change. This episode is an invitation t…

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Healing Anthems: Songs That Healed Us with the Whole Team 1:03:27

3M ago1:03:27

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How do songs become anthems of resilience, and what can we learn from the music that moves us? In this special episode of Quiet the Diet, host Michelle brings her entire team—Nicki, Nina, Jessica, and Sarah—to share their personal healing anthems, discussing how music has played a crucial role in their journeys of overcoming chronic illness, emotio…

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The Grief that Shapes & Transforms Us 34:28

3M ago34:28

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Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions on sensitive topics such as pregnancy loss, death, and mental health challenges. Please take care while listening, and feel free to pause or step away if needed. Summary: In this deeply personal and powerful first episode, Sarah St. John introduces MotherGrief, a podcast dedicated to exploring the …

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Ep. 58: People Pleasing, Resentment, & Other Relationship Killers 13:50

3M ago13:50

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People pleasing and obsessive-compulsive personality occur together far more than many might think. Some people heroically put all their determination and perfectionism into making other people happy with the assumption that it will come back to them in love, support or affirmation. It often does not happen that way. In fact, it can backfire.…

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MotherGrief Trailer 1:46

3M ago1:46

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On MotherGrief, we delve into how all forms of grief and loss—whether clear-cut or ambiguous—shape and transform our lives. We explore the profound act of grieving well, offering a space to reframe and redefine the grief experiences of mothers. Through grief literacy, grief education, and simply allowing ourselves to inhabit the sacred space of gri…

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Surprising Sleep Conditions that Create Insomnia 33:07

3M ago33:07

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Is your body’s internal chemistry sabotaging your sleep? In this episode Quiet the Diet, host Michelle Shapiro explores hidden causes of insomnia, from histamine intolerance to hormone imbalances, and shares practical strategies for improving sleep quality, drawing from both her personal experience and client stories. Tune in to hear: The struggle …

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Hypothyroidism with Gut Health Expert Abby Hueber 1:01:15

3M ago1:01:15

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What if your hypothyroidism isn’t the root problem, but rather a symptom of something bigger happening in your body? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle welcomes functional nutritionist Abby Hueber to discuss common misconceptions about hypothyroidism, the link between thyroid function and weight loss resistance, and the role of holistic he…

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Calories In/ Calories Out: Let’s Talk about It Compassionately and Honestly with Dr. Allan Bacon 1:19:23

4M ago1:19:23

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Are you overcomplicating your weight loss journey with trendy diets and misinformation? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle Shapiro sits down with Dr. Allan Bacon to debunk common weight loss myths, exploring the roles of calories, stress, hormones, and emotional eating in achieving sustainable fat loss. Tune in to hear: How influencers oft…

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Ep. 57: Regarding Your Battle with the World's Stupidity 19:20

4M ago19:20

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The world can be really annoying. But we can question how annoyed we need to be. And examining our response can lead us to understand lots about ourselves. It could even make us happier. What do we expect of the world, and how do we handle it when it doesn’t meet our standards? This isn’t just about letting others off the hook, but an investigation…

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Taking Our Health One Step Further with Healthillie 1:11:50

4M ago1:11:50

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How can you prioritize your health without getting overwhelmed by conflicting advice? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle sits down with Illie of Live Healthillie to discuss her personal health journey, the impact of processed products on our bodies, and how to live a balanced, informed, and low-tox life. Tune in to hear: Illie’s background…

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Ep. 56: In Praise of Healthy Perfectionism 9:20

4M ago9:20

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Perfectionism has gotten a bad rap. Used well, it can serve us and others very well. Used badly, it kills the spirit. Perfectionism that feels necessary will grab and strangle you. Perfectionism that is simply desired can be very fulfilling. And watch where you bring it: it fits better in some arenas that others.…

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Hydration, Electrolytes and Mineral Essentials with Amanda Montalvo 1:08:51

4M ago1:08:51

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Is your water doing more harm than good when it comes to hydration? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, host Michelle welcomes Amanda Montalvo, a registered dietitian and mineral expert, to discuss the critical role of minerals in hydration and overall health, including common myths about hydration, the importance of sodium and potassium, and practi…

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20. Born Through Movement: The Biomechanics of Birth with Adelaide Meadow 1:13:03

4M ago1:13:03

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What do biomechanics have to do with birth?! Everything. And yet, it's often left out of the birth conversation and pre-natal education entirely. ******************************************** “You’ll never hear me say I trust birth.” Those are the words that caught my attention last week on social media and ignited my fascinating conversation with t…

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What Every Woman Needs to Know about Perimenopause with Kristin and Maria of Wise and Well 1:03:05

4M ago1:03:05

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Wondering why perimenopause is suddenly a hot topic and how it could be affecting you? In this episode of Quiet the Diet, Michelle welcomes back friends Kristin and Maria of Wise and Well to dive deep into the topic of perimenopause and menopause, discussing why this phase of life is crucial for women’s health, how it impacts various aspects of the…

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