The Live Well Podcast

For those of us who deal with digestion issues like heartburn, indigestion, bloating, constipation, autoimmunity, and nutrient deficiencies make sure to stay tuned to this episode for a breathwork activity that you can do prior to eating.  Sometimes our digestive issues can arise when our bodies are not ready to receive food, and so this breathing exercise will help to support your body and digestive organs. I'd love to hear from you - let me know if this exercise helps you and what you normally do to support your digestion. 

In this episode we'll be talking about giving ourselves permission to rest, why we have so much resistance to resting, and how it can actually feel really scary to just slow down. Rest doesn't necessarily have to mean taking a day or week off but instead is something that we can simply build into small moments in our daily lives. I also share common beliefs that tend to hinder many of us from finding rest and accepting that we actually deserve to rest. This is one of the most important pillars of healing that I do in my work with my clients and a big way we start to create a life that feels healing, where our interventions can take root.

I've been working with clients for years to support their immune systems and live well with chronic illness and autoimmunity. With every single person, we work through the pillars of autoimmune health. This journey can feel confusing and overwhelming so that's why it's really important to seek out help and work in a framework that can be personalized to your specific needs.  As opposed to saying, "Here's a list of foods you can and can't eat, see you back in a few months!", I take a much more comprehensive approach because when it comes to chronic health issues it's the only way to get sustainable results rather than to keep chasing quick fixes. Together we go through, step by step, looking through this lens, to support your unique body to find its path to health.⁠ I've received so many messages about this topic, and so I decided to dedicate an entire podcast episode about it. Tune into this episode to learn more about these 3 pillars of autoimmune health.

In today's episode, we talk about habits: creating new habits and how to actually make them stick. I hear from so many people that they generally know what they should do, it's just that they're not doing it. This is not because you are a failure or due to a pure lack of motivation (although that's often the messaging we receive). It's because behavior change is a skill that needs to be developed! Especially if you're feeling stuck putting things into practice and taking action, I'll share more about how to uncover your personal blocks and how you can learn the skills and tools you need to successfully change and transform. Tune in to learn more and see how you can get started.

Our guest on this episode of The Live Well Podcast is a trailblazer when it comes to medicinal mushrooms, and he is one of the original people who brought medicinal mushrooms to the US market. Jeff Chilton studied ethnomycology at the University of Washington in the late 1960s. He then pursued work on a commercial mushroom farm in the late '70s. He is the founder of Mycomedia, and started the company, Nammex -- a company that provides certified organic mushroom extracts. We'll deep dive into all things mushrooms, and Jeff will speak more about the nutritional benefits and medicinal uses. We also discuss things you should think about when you're choosing a mushroom supplement or adding them to your cooking or recipes. This is one insightful episode that you shouldn't miss!  Where to find Jeff Chilton:Nammex: www.nammex.comReal Mushrooms: www.realmushrooms.com

Have you or someone you know taken acid-blocking drugs, particularly Proton Pump Inhibitors? In this episode, I talk about the dangers of PPIs and everything you need to know about these acid-reducing drugs including the effects they can have on our bodies. Tune in to learn more and if you want to support your gut in the most holistic and natural way possible, do check out The Love Your Gut Program. Also, if you are suffering from heartburn, this blog post might be helpful for you. 

On any healing journey, there are going to be ups and downs. Symptoms, bad days, and flare ups are to be expected. So I'm sharing a mini pep talk for when you're having a bad symptom day. I find that sometimes we just need a reframe. We just need that support, and a little bit of perspective. I wanted you to have this in your back pocket so that anytime you're having a bad symptom day or experiencing a flare up, you can pull it out, give it a listen, know that you're supported, and remember that this too shall pass.

In this episode of The Live Well Podcast, we dive deeper into how our reality is shaped by our beliefs, and that through this understanding we can have the ability to co-create our lives. We'll also explore how to uncover areas of your life where you might currently be blocked, and how to use this awareness to move through those blocks. I'm joined by Ean Wood who lives a life dedicated to personal development. His current passion lies in helping others through group facilitation, weekend retreats, online courses, and 1-on-1 coaching. Through his unique life experience as well as a lifetime immersed in mental health and holistic healing, he now seeks to use the knowledge and wisdom he's gained to help others reach for their highest potential. This is one empowering episode so make sure you stay tuned!

One of the most important pieces in making any behavior change stick for the long-term is knowing your why. In this episode of The Live Well podcast, I share the importance of understanding YOUR why and how this allows you to look beyond just the external factors when it comes to making lasting changes in your health choices. Without this, it can be very difficult to stay on the wagon when it comes to your health choices so make sure you tune in! 

In today's episode of The Live Well Podcast, we are joined by The Jedi of Calm herself, Kathleen Booker. Kathleen is passionate about Conscious Connected Breathwork therapy and knows first-hand the energy, healing, peace, and joy it creates in one's life. As a certified and insured Breathwork Coach, she has worked with many masters in the field of Conscious Connected Breathwork therapy. For over 10+ years, Kathleen has used her Breath Coaching and intuitive skills to support individuals in clearly identifying areas in need of growth, healing, and focused goal creation.  We speak about her journey, how she found breathwork, and the huge supporting role it plays with our body. Throughout this episode, we also experience what Kathleen teaches, and we are guided through a brief breathwork session. Just a note that we do talk about sexual abuse briefly in this podcast episode. You can learn more Kathleen and her work at www.kathleenbooker.net