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Healing from the Inside Out: Functional Wellness with Zoa Conner

In today’s episode of Mindful Living, we dive deep into the world of functional wellness with the incredible Zoa Conner. Forget quick fixes—true healing starts at the cellular level. Zoa breaks down how our cells, mitochondria, and daily habits play a crucial role in our overall health. She shares why self-care is more than green smoothies and bubble baths, how our bodies detox naturally, and what we can do to support optimal energy, digestion, and longevity.If you're struggling with low energy, brain fog, chronic stress, or sluggish metabolism, this episode will give you actionable strategies to start healing from within!About the Guest:Zoa Conner is a Functional Wellness Guide with a background in physics and intuitive bodywork. She helps people feel better, not older, by blending science-backed insights with holistic healing approaches. She specializes in mineral balance, detox pathways, and sustainable self-care practices that truly work for each individual.Key Takeaways:✅ Healing starts at the cellular level – Our cells function best when we balance nutrients and detoxification.✅ Mitochondria are the key to energy – When they struggle, fatigue and brain fog set in.✅ Detox pathways matter – Your liver, kidneys, and lymphatic system need support to clear out waste.✅ Self-care isn’t about trends – It’s about giving your body what it actually needs to thrive.✅ Mineral balance is crucial – Too much sodium and too little potassium can disrupt cellular function.✅ Hydration is more than water – Your body needs minerals and movement to stay truly hydrated.Connect with Zoa Conner:🌎 Website: zenandvitality.com🌍 Retreats: intentional-vitality.com📩 Work with her: Check out her Hair Mineral Analysis for a personalized approach to wellness.💡 Want to be a guest on The Mindful Living? DM me on PodMatch!🔗 DM Me Here: PodMatch📩 Subscribe to Newsletter: Healthy Mind by Avik👥 Join Community: Nas.io📺 Follow Us!🎥 YouTube📸 Instagram🧵 Threads📘 Facebook💼 LinkedIn#MindfulLiving #FunctionalWellness #HealthFromWithin #CellularHealing #Podcast #HolisticHealthLet me know if you need any further edits! 🚀

Breaking the Silence: Dr. Brett C.’s Journey from Addiction to Coaching Burned-Out Physicians

In this deeply personal and eye-opening episode of Mindful Living, we sit down with Dr. Brett C., a former ENT surgeon whose secret battle with opioid addiction led to a dramatic fall from his medical career. Through resilience, recovery, and a powerful shift in perspective, he reclaimed his life and is now on a mission to help other physicians struggling with burnout and substance abuse.Dr. Brett shares his journey from a high-pressure medical career to hitting rock bottom, the stigma doctors face in seeking help, and why burnout is often misunderstood. He also explains how he found his true calling in coaching physicians, helping them rediscover their passion for medicine—or transition to new fulfilling paths. If you’re in a high-pressure career or know someone struggling with burnout, this conversation is a must-listen.About the Guest:Dr. Brett C. is a retired ENT surgeon who overcame a years-long battle with opioid addiction. After reclaiming his medical license and returning to practice, he realized his passion had shifted. Now, as a physician coach, he helps doctors navigate burnout, mental health struggles, and career transitions. You can find his work at TheBurnoutDoc.com.Key Takeaways:✅ Burnout is not just about being overworked—it’s about losing joy. High-achieving professionals often don’t recognize burnout because they’ve normalized stress and pressure.✅ The culture of medicine discourages vulnerability. Doctors fear losing their license if they admit mental health struggles, leading many to suffer in silence.✅ Substance abuse can start subtly. A single moment of seeking relief can spiral into addiction, especially when underlying burnout and emotional struggles go unaddressed.✅ Healing and career reinvention are possible. Dr. Brett’s journey proves that even after losing everything, recovery and a fulfilling new path can emerge.Connect with Dr. Brett C.:🌐 Website: TheBurnoutDoc.comWant to Be a Guest on The Mindful Living? 📩 DM on PodMatch: Message Here📰 Subscribe to Our Newsletter: Join Here🌎 Join Our Community: Connect Here🔗 Stay Connected:📺 YouTube: @healthymind-healthylife📸 Instagram: @podhealth.club💬 Threads: @podhealth.club📘 Facebook: @podcast.healthymind🔗 LinkedIn: @newandnew#Burnout #MentalHealth #PhysicianCoaching #MindfulLiving #HealingIsPossible

From Marine to Metamorphosis: Sussanah Rose Stokes on Psilocybin & Spiritual Awakening

In this deeply transformative episode of Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with Sussanah Rose Stokes—a former Marine Corps officer turned spiritual guide and psilocybin facilitator. Sussanah shares her incredible journey from military service, through corporate America, to finding her true calling as an energy priestess. She discusses the healing power of psilocybin, the role of spirituality in personal transformation, and how her retreats bridge science and ceremony.Together, they explore the myths and misconceptions surrounding psychedelics, the difference between clinical and spiritual approaches to plant medicine, and how psilocybin can unlock deep healing.About the Guest:Sussanah Rose Stokes is a former Marine Corps officer who served in two combat tours in Afghanistan before experiencing a profound spiritual awakening. Leaving behind her military and corporate career (including a role at Meta/Facebook), she founded House of Embodied Metamorphosis, where she facilitates psilocybin-assisted retreats and coaching programs. Through her work, she helps individuals navigate personal and spiritual transformations using a unique strain of psilocybin called Trinity.Key Takeaways:✔️ From Warrior to Healer: How Sussanah transitioned from military service to spiritual leadership.✔️ Psilocybin as a Tool for Healing: Understanding its role in emotional and psychological transformation.✔️ Breaking Stigmas: Addressing the myths surrounding psychedelics and their legal and historical context.✔️ Clinical vs. Spiritual Retreats: The difference between modern medical settings and holistic healing approaches.✔️ The Power of Trinity Psilocybin: A unique strain designed for full-body, mind, and soul balance.✔️ Lessons in Surrender: How military discipline and spiritual surrender share common ground in personal growth.Connect with Sussanah:🌐 Website: metamorphosis.ventures📷 Instagram: @embodiedmetamorphosis📷 Personal Instagram: @sussanahrosestokes📩 DM Me Here: PodMatch📩 Subscribe to Newsletter: Healthy Mind Newsletter📩 Join the Community: Join Here🌟 Stay Tuned & Follow Us!🎥 YouTube: @healthymind-healthylife📷 Instagram: @podhealth.club📷 Threads: @podhealth.club📘 Facebook: Podcast Healthy Mind🔗 LinkedIn: Avik on LinkedIn#Mindfulness #Psilocybin #PsychedelicHealing #MentalHealth #HealthyMind #Transformation #Podcast

Declutter Your Home, Declutter Your Mind: A Simpler Approach to Organization with Crystal Nerpel

In this transformative episode of Mindful Living, host Sana is joined by Crystal Nerpel, a certified life coach, organizational expert, and author of Loving Your Home. They dive deep into the connection between our living spaces and mental well-being, uncovering practical, stress-free strategies for creating a home that truly supports the life you want to live. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by clutter, struggled to part with sentimental items, or wanted a sustainable approach to home organization—this episode is for you!About the Guest:Crystal Nerpel is the founder of Loving Your Home, a platform dedicated to helping people shift their mindset around organization. Unlike traditional organizing methods that focus on buying more storage bins, Crystal believes in cutting through the clutter at its core—by aligning your space with your values, lifestyle, and well-being. Through her coaching, book, and resources, she teaches sustainable organizing habits that bring both peace and practicality into everyday life.Key Takeaways:✅ Your organizing style is unique – Some people thrive with visible storage, while others need a minimalist approach. Find what works for YOU!✅ Emotions play a big role in clutter – Guilt, perfectionism, and sentimental attachments often keep us stuck. Awareness is the first step toward letting go.✅ Decluttering isn't about throwing everything away – It’s about keeping what truly supports the life you want to live.✅ One simple action to take today? Get rid of one item you don’t love or use—small steps create big momentum!✅ Sustainable organization = daily habits – Use the one-in, one-out rule to maintain balance: If something new comes in, let go of something old.✅ Your home reflects your mindset – When you clear physical clutter, you create mental space for joy, creativity, and peace.Connect with Crystal Nerpel:🔗 Website: CrystalNerpel.com📖 Book: Loving Your Home (Available on her website)📷 Instagram: @CrystalNerpel💬 Want to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PodMatch!👉 DM Me Here: PodMatch📩 Subscribe to Newsletter: Healthy Mind Newsletter💡 Join Our Community: Healthy Mind Community📢 Follow & Stay Tuned:🎥 YouTube: @healthymind-healthylife📸 Instagram: @podhealth.club💬 Threads: @podhealth.club📘 Facebook: Podcast Healthy Mind💼 LinkedIn: NewandNewIf this episode inspired you to take control of your space and mind, share it with a friend, subscribe, and leave a review! Until next time, keep creating a home and life you love. ✨

Breaking the Sugar vs. Fat Myth: The Truth About Fueling Your Body with Dr. Cody Golman

In this eye-opening episode of Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with holistic health expert Dr. Cody Golman to debunk the long-standing myths about sugar vs. fat and their effects on metabolism, weight loss, and overall well-being. For years, we’ve been told that fat is the enemy, but emerging research suggests sugar is the real culprit behind obesity, fatigue, and hormone imbalances. Dr. Cody dives deep into the science, history, and health implications of these two macronutrients while sharing practical strategies to rewire your metabolism, curb sugar cravings, and achieve sustainable weight loss.About the Guest:Dr. Cody Golman is a holistic health and mind-body optimization expert with a background in chiropractic care, neuroscience, and functional health. He specializes in helping women over 35 overcome fatigue, stubborn weight gain, and hormone imbalances without extreme diets or medications. His approach focuses on addressing root causes rather than symptoms, empowering individuals to take charge of their metabolic health naturally.Key Takeaways:✅ Fat isn’t the villain – It’s actually the best energy source for the body, supporting brain function, stable energy levels, and hormonal health.✅ The sugar industry manipulated research in the 1960s to blame fat for obesity, leading to the low-fat, high-sugar diet trend that worsened health.✅ Sugar is highly addictive, similar to drugs like heroin and cocaine, causing inflammation, immune suppression, and weight gain.✅ Hormones dictate cravings – If you crave sugar, your metabolism is likely reset to burn sugar instead of fat. This leads to energy crashes, cravings, and fat storage.✅ Keto & Fasting myths busted – Keto may not actually help burn body fat, and fasting can lead to muscle loss rather than fat loss.✅ The first step to sustainable weight loss is resetting your metabolism to burn fat naturally – not through restriction, but by fueling your body correctly.Connect with Dr. Cody Golman:🔗 Website: Fast40WeightLoss.com📺 YouTube: Dr. Cody Golman💬 Want to be a guest on The Mindful Living? DM on PodMatch!👉 DM Me Here: PodMatch📩 Subscribe to Newsletter: Healthy Mind Newsletter💡 Join Our Community: Healthy Mind Community📢 Follow & Stay Tuned:🎥 YouTube: @healthymind-healthylife📸 Instagram: @podhealth.club💬 Threads: @podhealth.club📘 Facebook: Podcast Healthy Mind💼 LinkedIn: NewandNewIf you found this episode valuable, share it with your friends and loved ones, and don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review! Until next time, stay mindful and take care! 🎙✨

The Wake-Up Call – How Ignoring Self-Care Can Break You with Sarita Johan

In this eye-opening episode of Mindful Living, we welcome Sarita Johan, an executive coach known as the “Oracle in Business & Life.” Sarita shares her deeply personal journey of how neglecting her well-being led to a shocking wake-up call—snapping her femur during a crisis in both her business and personal life.From pushing through stress and ignoring warning signs to a painful reality check, Sarita walks us through her transformation and how she rebuilt her life by aligning business success with personal wellness. Whether you're a high-performing entrepreneur, an executive, or someone feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, this episode is your reminder: Your body will force you to stop if you don’t listen.Tune in to learn how small, sustainable self-care habits can prevent burnout and keep you thriving in work and life.About the Guest:Sarita Johan is a leading executive coach with over 30 years of experience in business leadership. She helps entrepreneurs, executives, and teams align success with well-being, ensuring they don’t sacrifice health for achievement. After her own physical and emotional breakdown, Sarita became passionate about integrating self-care into high-performance careers.Key Takeaways:Your body sends warning signals—ignoring them can lead to physical and emotional collapse.Self-care isn’t optional; it’s a business strategy that prevents burnout and keeps you at peak performance.Small, consistent self-care habits (like 5 minutes of breathwork) can make a massive difference.High achievers often feel guilty about rest—learning to reframe it as fuel is essential for long-term success.Transformation takes time, but prioritizing yourself helps you show up better for work, family, and relationships.Connect with Sarita Johan:🌐 Website: www.sjcoaching.com.au🔗 LinkedIn: Sarita Johan📷 Instagram: @sjcoachingWant to Be a Guest on Mindful Living?Stay Connected & Follow Us! 📩 DM Me on PodMatch: Click Here📩 Subscribe to Our Newsletter: Click Here🌍 Join Our Community: Click Here📺 YouTube: @healthymind-healthylife📸 Instagram: @podhealth.club📱 Threads: @podhealth.club📘 Facebook: Podcast Healthy Mind💼 LinkedIn: AvikIf you found this episode valuable, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear this!

Strong, Healthy & Thriving – A Women’s Day Special on Postpartum Wellness with Ashley Perry Lambert

This Women’s Day, we celebrate the incredible strength, resilience, and health of mothers! Postpartum recovery isn’t just about bouncing back—it’s about reclaiming your health, preventing long-term issues like diabetes, and truly thriving in motherhood.In this special episode, Ashley Perry Lambert, faith-based health strategist and founder of Mama’s Golden Era Movement, shares powerful insights on how new moms can nurture their physical, emotional, and mental well-being while caring for their baby. She offers practical lifestyle shifts, nutritional guidance, and emotional strategies that help women step into their most confident, energized selves postpartum.Whether you’re an expecting mom, a new mother, or supporting someone on their postpartum journey, this episode is a must-listen!About the Guest – Ashley Perry LambertAshley Perry Lambert is a faith-driven postpartum health strategist dedicated to helping new moms regain energy, balance blood sugar, and feel strong in their bodies again. Through her Mama’s Golden Era Movement, she empowers women to step into their most resilient and radiant selves after childbirth.Key Takeaways:✔️ Postpartum health is more than weight loss—it’s about long-term well-being.✔️ How gestational diabetes impacts future health—and how to prevent type 2 diabetes.✔️ Simple, realistic lifestyle shifts—easy ways to manage blood sugar & boost energy.✔️ The emotional side of postpartum—how to navigate the mental and physical changes.✔️ Faith, identity & self-care—how spirituality plays a role in healing and transformation.Connect with Ashley P. Lambert:Instagram: @GoldenEraAshley | @AshleyPerryLambertYouTube: Mama’s Golden EraPodcast: Mama’s Golden Era (Available on Spotify)Love this episode?✅ Share it with a fellow mom or woman who needs this!✅ Leave a review—it helps others find the show!✅ Subscribe for more inspiring conversations on mindful living!🔗 Join the Mindful Living Community!🌿 DM Me on PodMatch to be a guest → Click Here📩 Subscribe to My Newsletter → Healthy Mind by Avik🤝 Join Our Community → Healthy Mind Network📣 Follow Us:🎥 YouTube → @healthymind-healthylife📸 Instagram → @podhealth.club📌 Threads → @podhealth.club📘 Facebook → Podcast: Healthy Mind💼 LinkedIn → Avik🌸 This Women’s Day, let’s celebrate the strength of every mother! You deserve to feel healthy, happy, and empowered. 💪✨#WomensDay #PostpartumHealth #EmpoweredMotherhood #MindfulLiving #GestationalDiabetes #HolisticHealth #GoldenEra #Podcast

Disaster Preparedness Without the Panic – Jennifer Heller on Staying Ready

In this episode of Mindful Living with Sana, we dive into a topic that many avoid – disaster preparedness. Our guest, Jennifer Heller, founder of Here Comes the Apocalypse, believes that being ready for emergencies doesn’t have to be overwhelming or fear-driven. Instead, she brings humor, practicality, and a step-by-step approach to making disaster planning accessible.We explore why people ignore preparedness, how extreme weather is becoming the new normal, and practical steps to protect yourself and your family. Whether it’s wildfires, hurricanes, or power grid failures, Jennifer shares insights on building a disaster plan that goes beyond a go-bag—one that includes realistic action plans, communication strategies, and emotional resilience.Tune in to learn small but powerful actions you can take today to ensure that when disaster strikes, you’re not just surviving—you’re thriving.About the Guest: Jennifer Heller is the founder of Here Comes the Apocalypse, a platform dedicated to practical and approachable disaster preparedness. After witnessing firsthand the devastation of wildfires in California and experiencing the struggles of being unprepared, Jennifer developed The Disaster Playbook—a system to help families plan effectively without the doomsday panic. She combines humor, design, and expert-backed strategies to make preparedness engaging and actionable.She has been featured in various platforms and is on a mission to help individuals and communities build resilience in the face of unpredictable disasters.Key Takeaways:✅ Disaster Planning Doesn’t Have to Be Scary – It’s about empowerment, not panic. Start with small steps like creating designated meeting places and printing key information.✅ Gear Alone Isn’t Enough – A true disaster plan includes communication strategies, emergency contacts, and action steps, not just supplies.✅ Practice Non-Digital Preparedness – In a major disaster, cell phones and digital resources may not work. Have physical maps, written contact lists, and cash in small denominations.✅ Think Beyond the Basics – Thriving in a disaster means having comforts like books, earplugs, and essentials for mental resilience, not just emergency kits.✅ Extreme Weather is the New Normal – Whether it's wildfires, hurricanes, or unexpected emergencies, climate change is already affecting daily life. Being prepared is a necessity, not an option.✅ Spread Awareness – The best way to ensure safety is to educate others. Start conversations with family, friends, and workplaces about preparedness planning.Connect with Jennifer Heller: Website: Here Comes the ApocalypseInstagram & Facebook: @HelloApocalypseEmail: jen@hcta.xyzJennifer emphasizes her commitment to supporting individuals in their preparedness journey and welcomes questions on what would help people feel more secure. Based on feedback, she is considering launching a webinar and a live Q&A support group to create a sense of community and accountability.How to Stay Connected & Support the Show:Want to be a guest on The Mindful Living? DM on PodMatch!🔗 DM Me Here: PodMatch📩 Subscribe to Newsletter: Healthy Mind by Avik👥 Join Community: Healthy Mind Network📺 Stay Tuned & Follow Us!➡️ YouTube: @healthymind-healthylife📷 Instagram: @podhealth.club🧵 Threads: @podhealth.club📘 Facebook: @podcast.healthymind💼 LinkedIn: @newandnewListen Now & Take the First Step Towards Preparedness! 💡#MindfulLiving #DisasterPreparedness #ClimateChange #EmergencyPlanning #MentalResilience #HereComesTheApocalypse #HealthyMindHealthyLife #Podcast

60 is Just the Beginning – Thriving in Mind, Body & Purpose with Allison McCune Davis

In this inspiring episode of Mindful Living, we challenge the outdated notion that turning 60 means slowing down. Instead, we explore why 60 is actually a powerful new beginning with Allison McCune Davis—an author, traditional naturopath, and mother of five, who is redefining what it means to thrive beyond midlife.Allison shares insights from her book, "60 Is a Good Start: A Powerful Body, A Purposeful Life, and A Plan to Make It Happen," and how her Reignite 60-Day Planner helps women build strength, confidence, and purpose through small, actionable daily habits.From mindset shifts and longevity secrets to practical strategies for staying mentally and physically vibrant, this episode is a roadmap for anyone looking to embrace aging with energy, joy, and clarity. Whether you're approaching 60, well past it, or simply curious about aging with purpose, this episode is for you!About the Guest: Allison McCune Davis is a traditional naturopath, author, and transformational coach who has dedicated the last 14 years to helping women take control of their health, mindset, and purpose. Her book, "60 Is a Good Start", and the Reignite 60-Day Planner provide a step-by-step guide to breaking old patterns, building resilience, and crafting a fulfilling life at any stage.Key Takeaways:60 is NOT the End—It’s a New Beginning: Society may say it's time to slow down, but this is actually the perfect time to step into your power.The Science of Change: Studies show that it takes 60 days to rewire habits, making it the ideal timeframe to transform health, mindset, and purpose.The Self-Perpetuating Circle of Purpose: Allison’s framework for longevity focuses on three key areas:Practical Daily Practices: Small actions like journaling, meditation, decluttering, or creative hobbies can reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and spark joy.You Have a Unique Purpose: No one else in history has had your exact gifts, experiences, and potential—and the world needs you to step into that.Connect with Allison & Learn More:🌐 Website: AllisonMcCuneDavis.com📸 Instagram: @AllisonMcCuneDavisWant to Be a Guest on The Mindful Living?Stay Tuned & Follow Us:📩 DM me on PodMatch – Click Here📩 Subscribe to the Newsletter – Join Here📩 Join the Community – Sign Up📺 YouTube – @healthymind-healthylife📸 Instagram – @podhealth.club💬 Threads – @podhealth.club📘 Facebook – Podcast Healthy Mind💼 LinkedIn – Connect HereLoved this episode? Share it with a friend who needs to hear this! Aging is an opportunity—not a limitation. Your best years are ahead of you! 💪✨ #MindfulLiving #ReigniteAt60 #HealthyMindHealthyLife

Breaking Free from Addiction with Matt von Boecklin - A Science-Backed Approach to Recovery

In this deeply inspiring episode of Mindful Living, we sit down with Matt von Boecklin, a chemical engineer and former international development program evaluator, who overcame his own battle with addiction and is now helping others do the same. Matt takes us through his journey—how he went from casual drinking and smoking to struggling with Kratom addiction, a substance often misunderstood but highly addictive.After experiencing brutal withdrawal symptoms, Matt used his scientific background to develop a non-prescription supplement regimen that helped him quit successfully. This led to the creation of Quit Kit, a science-backed solution for easing withdrawal symptoms without prescriptions or rehab. Today, Matt partners with opioid detox facilities and has helped countless individuals take control of their lives.If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, this episode is a must-listen. You’re not alone, and there is hope.About the Guest: Matt von Boecklin is a chemical engineer and addiction recovery advocate, with experience working across Asia, Africa, and South America in international development. After battling his own addiction, he developed Quit Kit, a supplement regimen designed to ease opioid and Kratom withdrawal symptoms. His work is now helping people across the U.S. and Canada break free from addiction and reclaim their lives.Key Takeaways:Addiction Can Happen to Anyone: Matt started with casual smoking and drinking in college, which later evolved into a dependency on Kratom. Addiction often starts as a way to cope with stress or loneliness.Kratom is NOT Harmless: Though marketed as a natural supplement, Kratom acts on opioid receptors and can cause severe addiction and withdrawal—similar to heroin or prescription opioids.Withdrawal is Brutal, But There’s a Solution: Many people relapse not because they want to keep using, but because withdrawal symptoms are unbearable.The Birth of Quit Kit: Matt researched and formulated a science-backed supplement regimen to combat withdrawal symptoms effectively, helping people quit without rehab or prescriptions.We Need to Change the Narrative Around Addiction: Addiction doesn’t always look like homelessness or extreme cases—many functioning professionals, students, and parents struggle in silence.Support, Not Shame: The best way to help someone struggling with addiction is to recognize their humanity, offer support, and guide them toward available resources.Connect with Matt:🌐 Website: TryQuitKit.com📧 Email: Matt@tryquitkit.comReach Out: Matt welcomes anyone with questions or who needs guidance on addiction recovery.Want to Be a Guest on The Mindful Living?📩 DM me on PodMatch – Click Here📩 Subscribe to the Newsletter – Join Here📩 Join the Community – Sign Up📺 YouTube – @healthymind-healthylife📸 Instagram – @podhealth.club💬 Threads – @podhealth.club📘 Facebook – Podcast Healthy Mind💼 LinkedIn – Connect HereIf this episode resonated with you, please share it—you never know who might need to hear this message today. Recovery is possible. You are not alone. 🎙✨ #AddictionRecovery #QuitKratom #MindfulLiving #MentalHealthMatters