Courageous Wellness

Aly & Erica catch up on this episode and share some life updates and talk: loss, moves, and learning how to “slow down.”  To Listen to the episode referenced in the episode where Aly & Erica Discuss Family Illness, Grief and What to Do, When Self-Care Goes Out the Window click here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aly-erica-discuss-family-illness-grief-and-what-to-do/id1395464655?i=100065465...

Today we welcome Elaine Lin Hering to the podcast. In her new book, UNLEARNING SILENCE: How to Speak Your Mind, Unleash Talent, and Live More Fully,  Elaine takes our culture of silence to task. Each of us has a unique gift to offer our community: our voice. But despite our distinct and valuable perspectives, many of us choose to stay silent. Family norms, workplace hierarchies, and biased culture...

This episode contains talk of depression and suicidal ideation. Please listen responsibly. Today on the podcast we have world-renowned speaker Kristina Kuzmic. Kristina went from being a single mom living on food stamps to supporting her child through severe depression.  She has been lucky enough to thrive on social media, juggling all of life’s challenges and encouraging her audience to prioritiz...

Today we welcome the founder of ParkMagic, Robyn Jonson, to the show. Robyn is a mom of a child with Celiac and another child with food sensory issues. ParkMagic helps people enjoy the tips and tricks of Disney Pros and helps take some of the stress, overwhelm, and FOMO out of planning a Disneyland vacation —it also helps parents safely travel to Disneyland with food allergies.  This episode is br...

Dr. Amani Ballour, a distinguished Syrian pediatrician, activist, and author, joins us on the podcast today. Dr. Ballour's profound experiences were captured in the Oscar-nominated documentary The Cave and her upcoming memoir, THE CAVE: A Secret Underground Hospital and One Woman's Story of Survival in Syria [National Geographic Books | March 5, 2024] written with Rania Abouzeid. She is recognized...

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Today we sit down with Sahaj Kohli, a practicing therapist, writer, and speaker on a mission to make mental health care more diverse, equitable,accessible, and inclusive. As the first in her family to do a lot of things — be born in the West, go to therapy, and marry outside of her religion/race/culture — Sahaj has a unique understanding regarding the struggles of children of immigrants and uses h...

Today Aly and Erica do a solo episode and discuss the family illnesses and grief they have both dealt with in the past four years. They dive into what helped, what didn’t and what they did  in difficult times, when self-care went out the window. They also explore how important their community has been during difficult times and where somatic practices have played a part in processing emotions. Thi...

Today we have a conversation with Mark Malinsky, the founder of Sprout Living. If you’ve listened to the podcast for a while, then you know we love Sprout Living plant-based protein powders and snack on their probiotic protein almonds, daily.  Sprout Living products are made from unique whole superfoods with multiple functions in mind. Even more important than the ingredients they do use, are the...

Today, we sit down with Austin-based professional artist, educator and entrepreneur, Jodie King. Jodie shares valuable insights with us, on how the use of art can have a positive impact on our lives by reducing stress, expressing emotions that are difficult to share verbally, allowing ourselves to become more present, and help lead to self-exploration. In this episode, we discuss how the power of...

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Today we welcome Angelo Keely, co-founder and CEO of Kion, an active lifestyle, supplement and functional food company dedicated to helping people fully experience a fun and active life by providing pure, energy-enhancing solutions. In this must-listen episode we have a fascinating conversation where we discuss the importance of protein and amino acids for women. To learn more and receive 20% off...

Today we have a timely and fascinating conversation with Dr. Robert Whitfield, a renowned plastic surgeon and leading expert in Breast Implant Illness (BII) and explant surgeries. His work has been making a significant impact in the medical community as he pioneers comprehensive patient care for those dealing with breast implant illness.  Today he joins us to discuss his innovative and unique appr...

Aly & Erica Talk Wellness Journeys, Wellness Evolution, and Answer Rapid Fire Questions in a fun “get to know us” episode.  To learn more you can visit: www.courageouswellness.net or follow on Instagram @courageouswellness  To listen to Erica’s experience with Buddhism on the Buddhability podcast you can listen here: buddhability erica stein (live on all podcast platforms)  This podcast is sponsor...

Today on the podcast we welcome Abigail Rose Clarke. She is the creator of The Somatic Tarot, The Body Oracle deck, and The Embodied Life Method, which she has been teaching throughout the United States and internationally since 2014. The Embodied Life Method aims to help people return to their bodies to find ease and comfort, even when life is difficult and the changes are extreme and fast approa...

Kayla Nielsen is a teacher, writer, entrepreneur, and yogi. After starting Glow Yoga Retreats in 2015, she has gone on to teach retreats across the globe. Glow Yoga Retreats is now a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga School, and she also trains students around the world both in person and online.  Together with her wife, Kayla owns the retreat center, Still Salty Escape, in Northern Nicaragua. In this...

To Listen to the Solo Episode where Aly + Erica Talk The Importance of “Words in Wellness” click here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonus-aly-erica-discuss-the-importance-of-words-in-wellness/id1395464655?i=1000584467401 To learn more visit: www.courageouswellness.net  This episode is sponsored by AquaTru. Today our listeners can receive 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier! Just go to AquaTru.com...

Today we welcome Darshita Raval, CEO of MindHappy — a lifestyle and wellness brand centered around imaginative play and thoughtful creativity, grounded in psychology research. If you want to try MindHappy, You can  save 15% on your order when you visit: MindHappy.com, and use the code COURAGE15 at checkout.  All MindHappy phone free activities, from music box building to coloring, are selected bas...

Today on the podcast we have a conversation with May Lindstrom, who grew up with highly sensitive and reactive skin that would erupt in blisters, rashes, spots of eczema, and various forms of dermatitis when out of balance. Her parents eventually discovered she had a sensitivity to glues, dyes, synthetic fragrance, preservatives, and a long list of irritants.  Traditional skincare would wreak tota...

Today we welcome best-selling author Annabel Abbs-Streets to discuss her new book SLEEPLESS: Unleashing the Subversive Power of the Night Self, a remarkable blend of memoir, science and history that traces women's relationship with the darkness, grief, insomnia and the productive, creative opportunities waiting in wakefulness. In this episode we discuss the latest science of how circadian rhythms—...

Today on the podcast we welcome Royce Cook, the founder and visionary behind WellGrl. Royce offers a fresh take on the conversation  around journaling, which helped her overcome her own self- doubts through discovering a method that's both approachable and consistent. Through the inspiring Wellgrl Instagram page, supportive email newsletter, and the Roses, Thorns, and Buds journal, she has injecte...

Today we welcome, Dr. Jud Brewer to the podcast, who joins us to discuss his new book: “The Hunger Habit.”  Dr. Jud is a New York Times best-selling author and thought leader in the field of habit change and the “science of self-mastery,” who blends over 20 years of experience with mindfulness training and a career in scientific research. He is passionate about understanding how our brains work, a...

Today on the podcast we welcome, DR. ROMIE MUSHTAQ, a distinguished neurologist and creator of the brainSHIFT Protocol.  Dr. Romie is a sought-after speaker and author, featured in outlets like Forbes, NBC, and is also a TEDx speaker. Her expertise is not just academic; it's practical, actionable, and urgently needed in today's high-stress work environments. She recently released her best-selling...

Today we welcome JJ Martin of celeb-favorite fashion brand, La DoubleJ, based in Milan. She just debuted Mamma Milano, a gorgeous new memoir/lifestyle guide inspired by the city that transformed her. JJ is a true force, with a contagious enthusiasm on everything from starting a business to supporting her own mental health to the personal challenges she has faced -- including her struggles with inf...

Today on the podcast we have a great conversation with  narcissism expert Dr. Ramani Durvasula. Dr. Ramani is a licensed clinical psychologist and She has spoken at various universities and institutions, including Coca-Cola, Amazon, and Universal Studios, and is a sought-after expert with appearances on the Today Show, Red Table Talk, and Vogue's "Open Minded" series with Kendall Jenner. Her work...