A Magical Life: Health, Wealth, and Weight Loss

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Magic is back from a short break to address a listener question from Tom about how to handle stress and pressure when you feel overwhelmed and too busy. Magic will discuss the differences between acute stress and chronic stress and offer some suggestions about what can be done about it, including building yourself some buffer time into your schedule....

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Healthy relationships include not only romantic partners but also the relationships we have with ourselves, family, friends, work, food, pets, nature, and community. Healthy relationships are grounded in mutual respect, trust, and open communication. Most importantly, take care of your relationship with yourself. Healthy relationships are built from t...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Today, Magic shares a personal story about her gardening mishaps, leading into a detailed discussion on creating a natural first aid kit. Explore the healing properties of plants like calendula, lavender, yarrow, comfrey, aloe vera, plantain, and chamomile, as well as kitchen staples like honey, ginger, and garlic. Additionally, learn about the benefi...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Today I'll dig into the crucial differences between sensation and perception and their significant impacts on our health. Sensation is defined as physical feelings like touch, sight, or pain, and can be acute or chronic. Perception, on the other hand, is shaped by our beliefs and past experiences. These are similar, but not the same, and they int...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! In my house, we don't use over-the-counter pain medications. The side effects just aren't worth it, but there are times when we need pain control. My son will be having some dental work done, so I did more research on natural pain management, and I wanted to share that with you! Listen in while I share what I've learned about how to use...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! The responsibilities of being a parent don't end with making sure your kids are fed and clothed, nor do they end when your children reach a certain age. One of the most important things we do as parents is to help them learn how to manage their emotions, especially when navigating relationships.  Support the show Connect with Magic: A Magical Lif...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Anger is a normal response to some types of stress, and people have different types of responses to feeling anger. Some of those responses can be destructive, others can just "let off some steam" while you formulate a better response to the situation. Either way, anger releases stress hormones, including cortisol, which are necessary for sur...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! This episode may be a bit controversial, but I feel that it needs to be said. Today, we will go in depth about vaccines, how they work, and the long term effects of them.  Many of us have PTSD from the health scares of the last 5 years. Let's start recovering now. Support the show Connect with Magic: A Magical Life Podcast on Facebook: https://ww...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! On your journey to creating your magical life, you have responsibilities and things you need to take care of. Doctor's appointments, food choices, following up on appointments and test results, caring for your home, you name it.  If you put the blame or responsibility on others when something doesn't get done, you're giving away the pow...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Today Magic delves into the importance of organization and its positive impacts on various aspects of life including health, wealth, and weight loss. The episode provides practical tips on food storage, meal planning, supplement management, financial planning, and exercise scheduling. She will share her tips including using glass containers for better...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! In this deeply personal and insightful episode of 'A Magical Life,' host Magic Barclay shares her experiences and observations on dealing with cancer, having faced it twice herself. She discusses the nature of cancer, the emotional turmoil of a diagnosis, and the importance of maintaining normalcy and supporting not just the patient, but als...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Today, we explore the effects of stress on our health and discuss both acute and chronic stress. Learn how cortisol, the primary stress hormone, impacts your body and discover practical ways to manage your stress healthily. From personal anecdotes of losing a friend and dealing with farm challenges to the benefits of mindful gardening and connecting w...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! In this episode of 'A Magical Life,' host Magic Barclay answers a listener's question on how to healthily raise children. The discussion covers crucial aspects such as nutrition, behavior, and learning. Magic emphasizes the importance of allowing kids to explore different foods, maintaining boundaries while understanding behavior, and m...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! You may know that I'm invested in permaculture and sustainable living. There are  several key principles to permaculture, such as observing and interacting with food and environment, catching and storing energy, obtaining yields, self-regulation, and using renewable resources. Each of these principles can be applied to your health as well as your...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! We're going to take a turn in Season 2  and dive deeper into sustainable living! Today I'm talking with Trevor Andrei, Australia's preeminent survivalist.  Trevor has lived most of his adult life, traveling through Western Australia, Northern Territory and South Australia before settling in the state of Victoria in Australia. He's...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! In this episode of 'A Magical Life,' host Magic Barclay chats with author and teacher Chad Peevey about his journey from a traumatic childhood in rural Arkansas to becoming a successful entrepreneur and advocate for personal development. Chad opens up about how he overcame depression, anxiety, and the recession's impact on his life by t...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Today I'll talk with Dr. G. Rex Kruhly, the founder of Depth Healing Technology. With over 51 years of experience, Dr. G discusses his extensive background in health, quantum science, personal development, and various other fields. Tune in for an in-depth delve into the concept of cognitive dissonance and how it hinders personal progress, along w...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Today I welcome Kerry Tepedino, CEO and founder of the One Thought Away project, to discuss transformative self-help strategies. Kerry shares her personal journey from battling low self-esteem and an eating disorder to creating the Sacred Self System, which empowers individuals through mindset mastery, emotional intelligence, and self-love. Kerry emph...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Today I'm joined by Miriam Gunn, a seasoned mentor, licensed therapist, and certified business coach, to discuss the intersection of personal well-being and business success. Miriam shares insights on accelerating health, wealth, and weight loss through habit formation and personal agency. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, developi...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Join me in this captivating episode where Jai Bazevski, a seasoned life coach and personal trainer, shares his powerful journey from an IT career to the health industry. After experiencing a near-fatal cardiac arrest, Jai transformed his life entirely, opting for heart surgery over lifelong medication. Hear Jai's inspirational story, his thoughts...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Today I'm joined by Peter Anthony, who shares a poignant story about his daughter Belle's battle with anxiety and low self-esteem. Discover how small, actionable steps and a powerful mantra helped Belle transform her life, leading to the inception of her 'Nuff' clothing line that promotes self-worth and supports the Batia Charity....

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! In this episode of A Magical Life, Magic Barclay hosts Susan Gold, an author, consultant coach, and trauma transformation master. Susan shares her emotional journey captured in her memoir, "Toxic Family: Transforming Childhood Trauma into Adult Freedom." We will explore the impact of addictive behaviors in parents, the significance of emotio...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Today I'll interview Martin Salama, the architect of the Warrior's Life Code. Martin shares how his coaching program helps individuals transform their mindsets, achieve personal greatness, and live incredibly full every day. Through personal anecdotes and actionable advice, Martin emphasizes the importance of mindset for emotional and spirit...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Today I'm joined by John Mendez, a serial entrepreneur, realtor, investor, and social media expert. John shares his insights on leveraging social media for personal and professional growth, while maintaining a healthy mental diet. He offers tips on wealth creation, including the significance of finding mentors, essential reading for financial edu...

Join the conversation! Send Magic a text here! Join host Magic Barclay as she welcomes Julian Hayes II, author, executive health consultant, and founder of Executive Health. In this insightful episode, Julian shares his mission to help entrepreneurs, executives, and investors maintain their health and achieve their personal and professional goals. Dive into discussions about accelerating physical,...