Living with an autoimmune disease, chronic pain, inflammation, and fatigue can be difficult and exhausting to both navigate and manage. Take heart, you have found a podcast that provides guidance, education, and connection. Every Wednesday you’ll receive a weekly dose of upbeat and authentic musings about life, wellness, and healing from your host, Alyssa Abrahamson, Functional Nutritional Therapist & Wellness Coach. Alyssa’s intention is to uplift and inspire you, as she shares her stories, ...
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IBD Warrior CIRS Healer | Inflammatory Bowel Disease + Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome
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Welcome to your Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and/or Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) HEALING journey! I’m your host, J India. In 2021, I endured a life-threatening flare of what I believed was ulcerative colitis—I discuss what it REALLY was in the podcast! Since then, I’ve learned about IBD, CIRS, mold toxicity, biotoxin illness, and healing from a mind-body-soul perspective. The topics I cover are: root causes of IBD, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, SIBO, mold toxicity ...
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A podcast for curious listeners where I offer soft takes on hard topics. I'm Evan Dumas, a former counselor, public speaker, and writer. You'll hear my calming perspectives on the uncomfortable things. Note: this podcast doesn't constitute mental health advice or a client-clinician relationship, and isn't a suitable replacement for receiving therapy.
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211. A New Year carries with it opportunities for new thoughts and outcomes. Join me this week as I discuss self-empowerment and explore questions such as: What does it mean to be empowered? What makes you feel empowered? Why is it important to empower yourself? I also recommend 5 ways to empower yourself in 2025 and beyond. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ My friend, …
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E108 My Favorite HEALING Things of 2024 + Good MARCoNS News!
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I discuss my fav healing things of 2024 for Inflammatory Bowel Disease and CIRS, including my exciting MARCoNS news! Happy Holidays! 📺 Watch the video of this episode HERE 👉🏼 Shelly’s GoFundMe 💚 🇮🇳 ❤️🩹 ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professional. If you hear something you would like to attempt in this episode, please consult with your physician or…
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Your January 2025 Forecast and Affirmation
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210. Tune in this week for my off-the-cuff reflections on the affirmation of the month of January as offered by Louise Ha's 2025 "I Can Do It" daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ My friend, Are you seeking authentic change in your life? Looking for personalized guidance and healing support with an anti-inflammatory diet and lifestyle? I would love to help …
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3 Things You Need to Do Before 2025
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209. The New Year is fast approaching. This transitional time is perfect for nourishment, self-reflection, forgiveness, and connection. Tune in to discover 3 things you need to do before 2025. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ My friend, Are you seeking authentic change in your life? Looking for personalized guidance and healing support with an anti-inflammatory diet an…
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Caring for Chronic Pain Flare-ups Over the Holidays
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208. With the stress, excitement, and temptations of the holiday season, it's important to be intentional and plan ahead so you are mindfully taking care of yourself and not exacerbating stress and aggravating flare-ups and pain. Tune in this week as I discuss what flare-ups are, what chronic conditions have flare-ups, the importance of identifying…
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E107 Microdosing Psilocybin for Histamine Intolerance & Anxiety + Sparkling Water Hell w/ Guest Jessica!
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Special guest “Jessica” discusses her experience microdosing psilocybin, including: what brand and type of mushroom she takes; the many benefits incl. how it affected her MCAS and histamine intolerance symptoms; the dangers and the actual feeling when taking psilocybin; and how sparkling water made the beginning of her journey absolute hell! 🍄 🛑 Ps…
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207. The desire to indulge this festive time of year is natural. At the same time, many of us try to use self-control to keep from “overindulging.” The issue is, when we “give in,” we often feel guilty. Let’s try something different, Mindful Indulgence. Instead of depriving or limiting yourself of the things you desire, savor and appreciate them wi…
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E106 Healing The Enteric Nervous System w/ Dr. Thomas Kuchenbrod
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Dr. Thomas Kuchenbrod discusses: what is the enteric nervous system & its vital importance to IBD; what are gastrointestinal hormones; and how can we heal the enteric NS? ”You need time, space & energy to heal” ~ Dr. Kuch 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube HERE 📧 Email Dr. Kuch: drkuch@crohnscolitislifestyle.com ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professi…
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Embracing Self-Love this Holiday Season
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206. The holiday season can be a time of celebration and festive gatherings, and it can also be stressful and overwhelming. With so much going on, it’s easy to overlook one crucial aspect of your health and wellbeing: self-love. It’s the last month of 2024, you get to exercise the power of self-compassion and embrace loving yourself. Tune in this w…
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Your December 2024 Forecast and Affirmation
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205. Tune in this week for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of December as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ My friend, Are you seeking authentic change in your life? Looking for personalized guidance and healing support with an anti-inflammatory diet and lifestyle? I would love to help…
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E105 Dr. Stephanie Peacock, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome Expert + Histamine Intolerance
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Dr. Stephanie Peacock, MCAS and histamine intolerance guru, discusses MCAS in detail; how it mimics IBD symptoms and why you may have it; and why you need patience and perseverance to heal MCAS. 🦚 Follow Dr. Peacock HERE & check out her website: https://stephaniepeacock.com ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professional. If you hear something you woul…
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How to Create More Harmony in Your Life
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204. Our lives become harmonious when we’re able to honor and navigate life’s challenges in a constructive, grounded, and positive way. Too often, however, we feel overwhelmed, over-stressed and out of alignment, which contributes to a sense of disharmony. Tune in to this episode where I discuss 8 ways to create more harmony in your life. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~…
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203. Did you know that your brain is always seeking evidence for its pre-existing beliefs? We start with a view of a particular issue and then search for information that upholds that view. This is called Confirmation Bias. Tune in this week as I explore the concept of confirmation bias, why we do it, its root cases and signs. I also share the impa…
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E104 Does Hydrogen Water Heal IBD? | Echo Go+ Hydrogen Water Bottle Review
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Does hydrogen water heal Inflammatory Bowel Disease? I discuss my experience with hydrogen water, including: gut barrier function; what results I’ve seen; and an HONEST and detailed review of the Echo Go+ Hydrogen Water Bottle! 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube HERE 💪🏽 Follow Fer Murillo @fermurillo27 ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professional. If y…
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202. Ever feel overwhelmed when attempting to start (or complete) a project because you feel you don’t have enough time? How about that to-do list that keeps getting pushed back? Help is on the way in the form of “The 20-Minute Rule.” Tune in as I explain what the 20-Minute Rule is and how you can use it to shift from procrastination to action. ~ ~…
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Your November 2024 Forecast and Affirmation
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201. Tune in this week for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of November as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ My friend, Are you seeking authentic change in your life? Looking for personalized guidance and healing support with an anti-inflammatory diet and lifestyle? I would love to help…
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I’m overscheduled, warriors! I’ll be back with an episode on 11/7/24. Listen to this quick 1 minute 19 second mini-ep to hear upcoming topics! ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professional. If you hear something you would like to attempt in this episode, please consult with your physician or mental health professional first. 💦 My Analemma Wand Affili…
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Aging, Loss, and Creative Self-Expression: the Importance of Meeting Yourself With Laura Staton
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200. I am celebrating the 200th episode of my podcast with one of my favorite people, my friend and yoga therapist, Laura Staton. Join us this week as we discuss life, loss, aging, the importance of allowing yourself to dream, meeting yourself where you’re at, and figuring out what's important to you. Laura Staton is an Occupational Therapist and c…
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E103 Alexa’s Childhood Crohn’s Story + Advice for Parents of Kids w/ IBD + Vaccines as an IBD Root Cause
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Guest host Alexa Federico of Girl In Healing discusses: what it was like to have Crohn’s disease as a child; her 3 BEST tips for parents of kids with IBD; the lesser-known and controversial root cause of IBD: vaccines; and EASY recipes for kids & parents that taste yummy! 📺 Watch this episode on YouTube HERE ❤️🩹 Follow Girl In Healing HERE & check…
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199. When was the last time you connected with your inner child? My what? Yes, we all have one. Join me this week as I explore what our inner child is and its importance in our lives. I will share 5 ways to connect with your inner child that allows you to experience more self-care, self-compassion, healing and forgiveness. Listen to Selena Lael's I…
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Encore: The Truth About an Anti-Inflammatory Diet
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198. This week I am giving you an encore of my most popular episode! "The Truth About an Anti-Inflammatory Diet" ~ Eating an anti-inflammatory diet is beneficial and healing, but what is really involved when aiming to tame inflammation? Join me as I discuss an anti-inflammatory diet and explain why what you eat directly impacts gut health and immun…
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BONUS: Shelly Kay-Apodaca’s Lifesaving Procedure + GoFundMe Link
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One of our bravest warriors, Shelly Kay-Apodaca, needs your help in funding a lifesaving treatment that includes a special laser surgery in India. Please listen to this episode and give her some love with a donation! Thank you, fellow warriors! 🤗 👉🏼 Shelly’s GoFundMe 💚 🇮🇳 ❤️🩹 ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professional. If you hear something you w…
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E102 Brain Retraining & Nervous System Regulation for Chronic Illness | Primal Trust Review
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I attended a weekend workshop of the Primal Trust Level One program for brain retraining and nervous system regulation. I discuss a shocking discovery about an unknown priming event; exercises that retrain the nervous and immune systems; and my results a month later. ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professional. If you hear something you would like …
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Your October 2024 Forecast and Affirmation
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197. Tune in this week for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of October as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ My friend, Are you seeking authentic change in your life? Looking for personalized guidance and healing support with an anti-inflammatory diet and lifestyle? I would love to help …
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E101 IBD, Infertility & Toxins + Adding Anti-Fungals to The Shoemaker Protocol + Endometriosis Root Causes w/ Deidre Bloomquist
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Guest host Deidre Bloomquist discusses: how environmental toxins are causing infertility; which environmental toxins they are; why anti-fungals should be added to The Shoemaker Protocol; the two main root causes of endometriosis; the danger of copper IUDs; and the importance of pre-conception planning. 📺 Watch CLIPS of Deidre & I discussing mom to …
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Earthing: Ground Your Body and Lower Inflammation
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196. Earthing, also known as grounding, is when your body has direct contact with the earth, connecting you to the earth’s natural electric charge. Earthing research suggests that consistent earthing practices can bring a myriad of health benefits including lower inflammation and improved overall health and wellbeing. Tune in this week to learn mor…
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E100 I Was Exposed to Mold & COVID for 5 Days! What Happened?! + 100th Episode Giveaway Winners!
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I was exposed to mold and COVID during a 5-day workshop. What happened? I also reveal the three 100th episode Giveaway Winners!; the podcast moving forward; and my 100th episode insights. Congrats to all of you on being IBD warriors and CIRS healers 🥳 ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professional. If you hear something you would like to attempt in th…
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195. Creativity is a key component of holistic health and essential to living a wellness lifestyle. Creative expression is just as important to your health as the conventional ways of diet, exercise, and sleep. Tune in this week as I explore creativity as a wellness practice. I explain what creativity means, its many health benefits, and how to inc…
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E99 Is IBS Actually IBD? + Parasites As A Root Cause w/ Josh Dech of The Gut Health Solution
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Is IBS actually IBD? According to Josh Dech’s theory, it may be! Josh discusses, yes, IBS!; why parasites are a main root cause in his clients; and the 5 Whys of getting to the root of your IBD issue. 🔔 ENTER THE 100TH EPISODE GIVEAWAY! To celebrate our 100th ep, I’m giving away 3 amazing prizes. To find out more, listen to the end of this episode …
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Trauma, Survivor's Guilt, and Learning to Be Seen With Ilise S. Carter
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194. This week I introduce you to Ilise S. Carter, author, journalist and sideshow performer, who worked in the Twin Towers at the World Trade Center. Tune in as Ilise shares her story of waking up late on 9/11, resulting in her not being in the Twin Towers on that tragic day and how that changed her life and wellbeing forever. Listen in as she des…
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GIVEAWAY ANNOUNCEMENT for 100th Episode on Sept 19!
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I announce the 3 AMAZING giveaways for our 100th episode on Sept 19, 2024! Make sure to sign up to win! You can sign up by DM-ing me with your name & email address @freespiritpodcasts on IG or email me at freespiritpodcasts@gmail.com. THE DEADLINE is: Monday Sept 16th! Don’t miss your chance for a life-changing prize!! 🎉 ‼️ I am not a doctor or hea…
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Your September 2024 Forecast and Affirmation
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193. Tune in this week for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of September as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ My friend, Are you seeking authentic change in your life? Looking for personalized guidance and healing support with an anti-inflammatory diet and lifestyle? I would love to hel…
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192. This week I invite you to take a fresh look at your body by thinking about it in loving and compassionate ways. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ My friend, Are you seeking authentic change in your life? Looking for personalized guidance and healing support with an anti-inflammatory diet and lifestyle? I would love to help you. Please visit, www.thewellnessheadquar…
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E98 Why Do We Resist Mold As a Root Cause of IBD? | Best Herb for MCAS
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Why do we resist mold toxicity as a root cause of IBD? I discuss this controversial subject plus the best herb for Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) so far; a small MARCoNS realization; and what you can expect for forthcoming episodes, including my 100th episode! 🎙️Two Inches episode on The Daemon Theory HERE ‼️ I am not a doctor or health profe…
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Depression, Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Creating Joy and Softness With Danielle Colby
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191. This week I introduce you to Danielle Colby, a multifaceted television personality, burlesque entertainer, entrepreneur, and passionate collector, best known for her role on History's hit reality television series, American Pickers. Tune in as Danielle opens up and shares her struggles with trigeminal neuralgia, a chronic neurological pain con…
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E97 Kris’s 40-Year Ulcerative Colitis Journey + Does Nicotine Heal IBD?
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Kris is an amazing listener who’s had UC for 40 years! She bravely discusses her history of trauma; how she dealt with UC in the 1980s and 1990s; her “healing” discovery in 1999; her setback in COVID; where she is today; and tips for having lived with chronic illness for decades! Please note: This episode discusses trauma, such as childhood sexual …
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190. Join me this week as I explore living a heart-centered life. I share what it means, why it’s important, and how to live a heart-centered life that benefits your health and wellness. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ My friend, Are you seeking authentic change in your life? Looking for personalized guidance and healing support with an anti-inflammatory diet and life…
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Episode 23: Soft Takes on Taking Breaks
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Taking breaks, such a favorite topic of mine, and also one of the hardest things for me to do. So it's well deserving of some soft takes. It can grant perspective, it respects your energy, and it's great practice if you're self-care challenged. Also, two bits of news! One: I'm taking a short break from future episodes, and will be back to recording…
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Getting By is downright admirable, even though it isn't sexy, it's the stuff life is made of. I think we could all be a bit softer on ourselves for getting by, and maybe even find pride in it.Oleh Evan Dumas
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E96 Mast Cell Problems, The Return of Interstitial Cystitis & All My MARCoNS
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I discuss my confusing bloodwork results from my last appointment with Shoemaker Protocol Dr. Peg; why I’m back to exploring MAST Cell or MCAS issues; the unusual reason the Interstitial Cystitis with which I was diagnosed in 2003 has returned; and my latest in the MARCoNS soap opera! ‼️ I am not a doctor or health professional. If you hear somethi…
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189. Join me this week as I discuss the differences between primary foods and secondary foods. One encompasses more than what is actually on your plate, the parts of your life that feed your mind, body and spirit; the other refers to the foods we actually eat. I’ll share how the synergy between them is essential to supporting your optimal health an…
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Stopping is hard, and telling ourselves it's quitting is harder. But it's a good skill to learn, and I've got some soft takes to make it easier.Oleh Evan Dumas
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Episode 20: Soft Takes on Satisfaction
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What even is satisfaction? And can you get it without buying things? Short answer is yes, but listen for the soft takes anyways.Oleh Evan Dumas
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E95 CIRS Meditation & Mindfulness w/ Melanie Pensak
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Melanie Pensak is a CIRS meditation and mindfulness expert. She discusses: the benefits of mindfulness with regards to CIRS and IBD; her tips on how to start a meditation practice with a CIRS brain; the dangers of spiritual bypassing; and her new portal with resources for meditation and mindfulness. 📺 Watch CLIP of us on YouTube HERE 👉🏽 Follow Mela…
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Your August 2024 Forecast and Affirmation
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188. Tune in this week for my off-the-cuff reflection on the affirmation of the month of August as offered by Louise Hay’s 2024 “I Can Do It” daily calendar. ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ My friend, Are you seeking authentic change in your life? Looking for personalized guidance and healing support with an anti-inflammatory diet and lifestyle? I would love to help y…
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We can't care all the time about all the things, so how can we find our care when we've run out? Let me offer some soft takes on the topic.Oleh Evan Dumas
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No matter the age, play is important. It's taking back our values and giving ourselves challenges just for the heck of it. Maybe you're already good at having play in your life, if not, these soft takes are for you.Oleh Evan Dumas
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E94 Cell Danger Response & Support for Calming the Nervous System w/ Isabella
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Guest host & social worker Isabella Beath discusses her IBD/CIRS journey including her root cause; the cell danger response and its vital importance to the nervous system; and somatic practices, resources, practitioners, and books to assist in calming your NS. 👉🏽 Follow Isabella @isabella.holisticsocialwork & 📧 isabellaholisticsocialwork@gmail.com …
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Resistance Is A Part of the Process: A Conversation With Selena Lael
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187. This week I am delighted to bring Selena Lael back to the podcast. Selena is a certified Life Coach, E-RYT Yoga Instructor, and meditation and mindfulness facilitator. Selena’s work is deeply rooted in love and compassion, and the principle that self-love is a gateway to true freedom and awakening. Listen in as we discuss the idea that resista…
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I know the future can stress me out some times, so here's some soft takes on how to find hope and compassion for ourselves as the future unfolds.Oleh Evan Dumas
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