An Ancient Chinese Proverb wisely states that "When Sleeping Women Wake, Mountains Move" Welcome to the podcast that opens eyes and moves mountains that stand in the way of creating wellness by asking the question: "HOW ARE YOU WELL?" Interviews, discussions and resources around both ancient and modern practices, research and more to help YOU build your own powerful network and practices for wellness. Wondering how I became such a great resource? I've been where you are: sick, worried and no ...
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Xenoestrogens, Trauma & Hormone Balance a Conversation with Bubble & Bee Organics
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This episode is packed full of nuggets! It's amazing to me how many great products are the direct result of a woman who decided to take her health into her own hands. Stephanie Greenwood is a cosmetic formulator, small business owner, survivor of long-term domestic abuse, and has treated her PCOS and adenomyosis through organic living. She owns Bub…
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Most of us have spent our lives learning how to suppress our symptoms Have a headache? Take some tylenol Cramps? Here's some Midol. Constipated? Here's a laxative Heartburn? Take a tums Tired? Grab some caffeine As we age that strategy goes into overdrive: While I absolutely recognize that we are SO lucky to live in a day and age when we do have so…
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Relationship Centered Care - With Dr Keren Dolan
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From Aromatherapy to Herbalism to Somatic Therapy - today you get to hear from my wonderful mentor, Dr Keren Dolan and the vision we share of being able to create the healthcare we all need: one based on the individual in front of us. We talk about the National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy https://naha.org/ The American Herbalist Guild htt…
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Hormones, Strength & Women's Health with Alexis Paige
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Today is the day - we break down 5 of the most important reasons women need to be strength training for our hormonal health. We break down the benefits, how to get started and so much more in this episode that is part 3 in a 3 part series with Alexis Paige. Download her Getting Started E-book Here And follow Alexis on Instagram https://www.instagra…
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Nutrition & Strength - Next Steps, Part 2 with Alexis Paige
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Let's talk MACROS & MICROS - what they do, why we need them and how to create a balanced eating plan to leave you nourished and energized. The BMR calculator we referenced is here http://www.bmrcalculator.org/ you can follow Alexis here https://www.instagram.com/alexis_paige_made/ and find me here https://www.instagram.com/shelleyswapp/ And both of…
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Strength & Nutrition, Why, How & Where to Start with Alexis Paige Part 1
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Understanding our female physiology and how muscle impacts EVERYTHING from our energy to our hormones to our ability to pick up that Amazon package off the front porch without worrying about getting hurt. Alexis Paige - a Strength & Nutrition Specialist - Joins me for part one of series of conversations about Hormones, Muscle & Nutrition when it co…
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Ep 51 Peaceful Power - Medicine for a Stressed Mind
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Today we welcome back Dr Rashmi Schramm. It's a part 2 to our original episode on the science behind meditation but this time we get to go much deeper. The power of NSDR (Non Sleep Deep Rest) or Yoga Nidra comes in the forms of self compassion, clarity and recognizing that we can choose to respond in healthy ways to our stressed out minds and bodie…
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A Healthcare Wrapped in Kindness & Possibilities
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Welcome to season 3 - a bit of a reintroduction episode for those new to the Wellness Restoration Project and my reason for creating this space full of resources. I hope you will join me in redefining what that health care is, looking for underlying imbalances instead of ways to suppress symptoms, and working to restore those imbalances through foo…
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Integrative Fertility: a Masterclass with Dr Carolin Sueldo & Dr Rashmi Schramm
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In today's episode, I'm joining Fertility Expert Dr Carolina Sueldo and Meditation Expert Dr Rashmi Schramm in a Masterclass focusing on the benefits of Herbs & Meditation in the Fertility Journey. We talk background, herbs and Dr Schramm leaves us with a beautiful meditation. These Integrative Practices can make a huge difference in a highly stres…
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Slow Fashion & Sustainable Beauty with The Stylist Next-door
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Have you ever heard of Slow Fashion? I bet its not what you think it is! Delee Cox joins me on the podcast today to teach us how to think differently about our wardrobe, shopping and learning ways to love what you have and wear. It's amazing how even our clothing choices can have lasting impacts on our world. The best place to find Delee is on Inst…
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Balancing Body Mind & Soul with Dr Rashmi Schramm
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This may be your favorite episode ever. The recording of our masterclass Balancing Body Mind & Soul . Dr Rashmi Schramm joins me again as we take you through a sneak peak of what our 4 Week Live Immersion Experience called Nourishing Mindfulness will be like. Today you'll learn about Lemon Balm and get to experience an exquisite meditation. I know …
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Clean Beauty starts with Botanical Skincare, Rachel Pachivas of AnnMarie Skincare
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This month is all about Clean Beauty!By Shelley Swapp
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Learning to do the Impossible with Dr Carly
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This sweet interview with Dr Carly of the Healing Ground Movement hits all the high notes. Her story is for all of us. She is a Dr of Chiropractic, a survivor of childhood meningitis and an advocate for recovery as a way to reach our highest potential. If you or someone you love are struggling with symptoms that just don't make sense, our conversat…
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Putting Women Back in the Center of Their Story, Healing After Birth with Leslie Abraham
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Leslie Abraham is a French osteopath DO who specializes in pregnancy, postpartum and newborn care, with over 10 years of international experience, a published author, a prenatal and postpartum certified personal trainer, a certified health coach, and the founder of Bonjour Baby. Since 2008, Leslie has been working in the pre and postnatal field. He…
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The Best Medicine is in your Mind. Mindfulness with Dr Rashmi Schramm
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Have you heard that meditation and mindfulness are good for you? That they can help with anxiety, sleep, concentration, etc but you don't really understand why or how and even where to start? By the end of this episode you'll have all of those questions answered. Dr Rashmi Schramm of Optimal Wellness is an absolute TREASURE! So much goodness in thi…
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Holiday Hormone Balance & Weight Loss Tips
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Nervous about the upcoming holiday season derailing your efforts to balance hormones and manage your weight (and overall health!). This quick episode has some great tips on strategies that can help. Want to jump on that fantastic magnesium sale? Living the Good Life Naturally https://lddy.no/11bzs use code shelley10 for an extra 10% off Their best …
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The Magnesium Lady - Kristen Bowen & The Building Block of Wellness
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Y'all know I LOVE a good epsom salt bath - and am constantly reminding everyone that magnesium is a MUST have for health. But today, my guest on the podcast takes magnesium to a whole new level. Kristen Bowen is THE Magnesium Lady and she knows that when women feel well, everyone around them benefits. You will LOVE her story, what she teaches us ab…
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ADHD & The Sleep Connection with Dr Shirazi
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When it come to ADHD there isn't a simple solution - nutrition, psychology and genetics can all play a role. But what about SLEEP? It's actually a HUGE piece of the puzzle - and its about a lot more than just getting to bed on time. Dr Shirazi joins me today on the Project and brings a whole new perspective on what could be behind some really chall…
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What do we really need to know about calories and how does the amount of calories we eat affect our hormones? This episode will help you start to see how important it is to know your body, what it needs and how to get started. Ready to check your BMR? Try this calculator http://www.bmrcalculator.org Come join the conversation over on instagram http…
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You Deserve to be Heard with Dr Julie Hanks
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The wonderful Dr Julie Hanks is with me today as we apply the principles she teaches in her Assertiveness Guide for Women to the challenges so many women face navigating healthcare. If you don't already follow her on social media you can find her @drjuliehanks on Instagram And if you are interested in her many other resources (they are SO good!) yo…
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Fat & Happy or Thin & Miserable - let's make that not a thing. Season 2
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The Wellness Restoration Project is BACK and I'm headed into big new territory. First and foremost, we're going to talk straight about WEIGHT. How the paradigm we've been operating under of energy in =energy out is tragically flawed and how intimately connected our weight is with our hormones. This is just the beginning. There is SO much more I am …
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How is your sleep? Do you fall asleep easily? Do you stay asleep all night? Do you feel rested when you wake in the morning? Do you sleep peacefully? (bad or vivid dreaming, restless leg, night sweats?) Do you get 7-9 hours of sleep a night? If you answered NO to any of the above questions then even if your not experiencing any emotional or externa…
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The "Stop Being a Jerk Herb"- St John's Wort
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I love this bright, cheery little flower – coming to full bloom at the height of the summer when days are the longest. It manages to bloom just in time to capture the power of long sunlit days in its leaves and flowers which we then get to infuse into extracts, powders and oils to help support depression, the nervous system and so much more. I also…
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You've probably heard the old adage - You are what you Eat. But the real truth is that you are what you DIGEST. So how is your digestion? No seriously! If you are struggling with digestive symptoms, even if your diet is top notch, squeaky clean and on point, weak digestion means you aren't getting a lot of the benefits from the food you are eating.…
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Mom's, Teens & Mental Health with Cheryl Cardall
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There's an old saying that when "mama ain't happy, nobody is happy".. but I have often found the reverse to be even more true. When parenting includes all the normal ups and downs AND you throw in the challenges that come with mental health issues for anyone in the family, things can get tricky fast. Cheryl Cardall is a coach and advocate for teens…
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Once my period returned, it never stopped. I became a zombie of exhaustion and anemia. The solution my Dr presented was a hysterectomy. He assured me they would leave my ovaries intact and I would be fine. I was 31 By 32 I was in full blown peri-menopause. The crazy thing is that my experience is not that extraordinary. I see women every week who a…
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Becoming Strong & Capable, an Interview with Brigette Heller
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Brigette Heller learned to live a life filled with radical encouragement after battling severe Post-Partum depression with her first and second children. Not knowing what it was or why she felt the way she did, she was quietly invited to attend a class in her friends basement where she began to gain the skills to help turn her life in a new directi…
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Do you understand what the Gut Brain Connection is? If not, no worries because today I break it down for you. You'll learn about the Enteric Nervous System and how that is connected to our emotions and our gut health. I also introduce you to a few key nutrients and herbs that act as anti-depressants AND help heal the gut that you won't want to miss…
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In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month we're talking about one of THE MOST IMPORTANT NUTRIENTS for brain health. This key player is essential from conception to school performance to gut health and into our aging years. We're talking about DHA, where we get it, the studies that back up what we see in traditional diets and the doses that yo…
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Lyn Christian of SoulSalt is a master when it comes to strategy and helping people go after their dreams. She's a business coach that has really done the work to become an expert in her field. In this episode Lyn teaches some powerful tools to help those of us who tend struggle to stay on task and get things done. Plus she offers a fantastic discou…
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One of the things I get asked for on a regular basis is if I know of any herbs that can help with focus and concentration. The answer is YES! There are some fabulous herbs that have been treasured nootropics for thousands of years. In today's episode I introduce you to 4 of my favorites and two of my favorite products.…
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The BIG Secret to Mastering Your Time with Paul Van Bloem
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This Bonus Episode is a companion to Episode 26 which is all about herbs that support your ability to focus and concentrate. There's nothing quite like having the capacity to get stuff done and not knowing where to even start. Paul has some fantastic advice on how to figure out where to spend your time and how to get things done.…
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Have you ever played the game of Chess? If so, you probably know that it's all about strategy and that protecting the Queen piece, so she can show up when she is most needed, is how you win the game. Today's episode is all about the ways we protect, nurture and care for ourselves as Queen pieces in this beautiful game of life. After listening, I'm …
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Herbal Allies for Supporting Grief Part 2
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After my last episode aired on Grief Support I realized I left A LOT of herbs out that are incredibly helpers when it comes to grief. I also had listeners reach out and has for more specific info.So here's even more information the many beautiful herbs and addresses more of the research surrounding why berries (and other anti-inflammatory & cardiov…
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Taking a break from my series on financial wellness and heading back to my 12 part series on detoxification. This episode also addresses some of the foods, nutrients and herbs we can lean on to support us when dealing with grief. While I could spend hours teaching you about the many many herbs that help to lift the spirit and soothe heavy hearts, I…
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EP 22 - Financial Healing with Sarah Grace Allred
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When it comes to wellness in our world, looking at the WHOLE picture is incredibly important. This next episode, with my friend and mentor, Sarah Grace Allred, is one that is near and dear to my heart. Financial wellness is a piece of the healing puzzle for many women and it can be such a taboo subject in many circles. Sarah brings her wisdom and p…
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EP 21 - Intentional Principles of Wellness in Business with Katie Richardson
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Katie Richardson is a powerful coach to entrepreneurs, who started with a simple sketch and a giant leap of faith she transformed an industry and became a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. She's been featured on the Ellen show, the Rachel Ray show, the Today show. she's been on the cover of Entrepreneur magazine and she's very open abo…
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When Replenishing IS Detoxification - Next Steps, Diet
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Today is all about how replenishing our bodies through good food IS detoxification. Its crazy how many sales pitches out there would lead you to believe the you need to cut out most foods to detox. Give me 15 minutes to help you see otherwise!Download my Hormone balancing detox super star meal plan here http://bit.ly/hormonemealsCome learn more -jo…
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EP 19 - The Secret to Great Skin with Erin Massengale
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Great skin is often attributed to fantastic genetics or an intensive skin care regimen. And while genetics and skin care rituals can be helpful, the secret to healthy skin is actually much simpler than you may realize. Erin Massengale, Clinical Herbalist, joins me today to talk wellness, skin care and detoxification. You'll come away with several t…
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EP 18 - 12 Step Detoxification Plan Steps 1-3
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Did you know Detox is so much more than a 3 day juice diet?SO MUCH MOREOver the next few episodes I'm talking you through my 12 step detoxification plan.Today's episode is all about steps 1-3Reducing body burden is crucial to a healthy detoxification system.Want to grab that 3 pack of natural masks and scrubs from @annmarieskincareto take advantage…
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EP 17 - Caring for your Creativity with LeAndra Baker
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LeAndra Baker, the owner, artist and maker behind the brilliant dyed fibers of Created by Elsie B joins me again - we dive deeper into the healing that she found through bringing a childhood craft back to life and the continual work of healing that is required to allow her space to create inside her business and her life.If you've struggled with li…
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EP 16 - When The Doctor Is The Chef with Dr Antonella
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The beautiful worlds of food and medicine combine in this interview with Dr Antonella. She brings her story, her heritage and her passion for all things wellness in this interview that helps bridge the gap between western medicine, slow food and true wellness. Not to mention a little lesson on how to choose the best olive oil!Antonella is teaching …
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EP 15 - Helping Good People Become Great People with Paul Van Bloem
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Paul Van Bloem's work is best described as being engaged in the effort of helping good people become great people.What exactly does that mean?A giant social media reach? A better physique? Freedom from financial cares?Not for PaulHe sees greatness as so much deeper and so much higher than those simple metrics.Its about sovereignty, integrity and co…
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EP 14 - Opening the Pathways with Darla Trendler
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One of the ways I recognize true principles is when they show up over and over again in different ways.Today, we're talking about ways we open pathways: in the physical body we have several pathways, also referred to as detoxification pathways that we need to be open in order to reduce pain, inflammation and clear out toxins. We also need them to b…
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EP 13 - Emotional Survival, Learning to Love Ourselves with Bobbi Wynn
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"The pain of being afraid of touching our pain is so much worse than actually getting our pain out and working through it"Bobbi Wynn is one of the kindest, wisest souls I've had the honor of learning from. She KNOWS the fear of touching those painful things and the power and peace that comes from walking through the other side.She teaches us how sh…
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EP 12 - Hygge & Heart - a conversation with Elise Jones of Utah Yoga & Wellness
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Elise Jones, of Utah Yoga and Wellness is an amazing example of the skills that we can embrace alongside nourishing herbs, foods as well as the need for western medicine. Her story of recovering from open heart surgery and how she incorporates yoga, Hygge and her expertise as a certified yoga therapist to bless others is one I hope you'll come back…
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There’s a Chinese proverb that “If we don't change the direction we're going, we're likely to end up where we are headed.”So where are you headed?Running full steam, on empty, hardly sleeping, maybe eating a bit too much junk or just not enough food in general… its not a huge mystery when we end up run down, exhausted, and struggling to get through…
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EP 10 - Lifting the Lifters with Jessica Rydalch
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Who are the LIFTERS? Jessica Rydalch is a wife, mom, podcaster and life coach who is on a mission to lift those that are in the trenches of raising families and building communities.How? Honestly, by helping us get out of our own way!Tuning into our inner wisdom and helping us each stay true to our own journey and find that internal power.You'll fi…
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EP 09 - Creating & Healing with Created by Elsie B
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LeAndra Baker, the owner, artist and maker behind the brilliant dyed fibers of Created by Elsie B joins me to talk about the healing that she found through bringing a childhood craft back to life and the continual work of healing that is required to allow her space to create inside her business and her life.If you've struggled with life not going t…
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EP 08 - Reimagining Spirituality and Prayer with Darla Trendler
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Our spirituality can be an incredible source of strength but it can also be a source of stress if you have been raised to believe there is just one way to access it. Darla, of Spiritually Minded Women is on a mission to give women to reimagine how they access this source of strength = she gives us permission to find spiritual strength in the gym, o…
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