Drink The Wild Air

Summary In this episode of the Drink the Wild Air podcast, Renee shares her personal journey of embracing change and growth through experiences in skiing and yoga. She discusses the discomfort that often accompanies personal development and the importance of seeking support when trying new things. Through her stories, she highlights the significance of overcoming fear, the value of proper guidance...

In this episode of Drink the Wild Air , Renee explores the side of behavior change we rarely talk about: what happens when grief is in the room with you . Grief doesn’t only show up when we lose someone. It can show up when we’re making a change… even a positive change… even a change we’re excited about. Because stepping into a new version of yourself often means leaving an old one behind, and tha...

In this episode of Drink the Wild Air , Renee shares what she wishes more people understood about behavior change: it is rarely about laziness, and almost always about what we are trying not to feel. With nearly a decade in the health and wellness space and newly certified as a Master Health Coach, Renee breaks down the difference between coaching and therapy, why every behavior is solving a probl...

Answering the question - how are you, has become kind of a challenge. The last few months have thrown some curve balls my way. In this episode I share some of the tools I am using to navigate unexpected changes, and what it's like to grow around grief.

In this conversation, Renee shares her humorous experiences and profound journey into breathwork, emphasizing its importance as a foundational wellness tool. She discusses her personal growth through breathwork, the significance of choosing the right certification, and how to integrate breathwork into daily life. Renee highlights the benefits of breathwork, including anxiety management, resilience...

In this conversation, Renee explores the importance of taking a pause before reacting to life's challenges. She emphasizes that many situations do not require immediate responses and that giving ourselves space can lead to more thoughtful and grounded decisions. Through personal anecdotes and insights, she highlights the power of reflection, emotional intelligence, and the need for compassion in o...

Summary In this episode, Renee discusses the importance of sleep for overall health, and the challenges of behavior change. She emphasizes the significance of understanding what we can control in our lives, particularly regarding sleep habits. Renee shares practical strategies for improving sleep quality, creating a conducive sleep environment, and the benefits of napping. She also addresses the d...

Summary In this conversation, Renee explores the nuanced differences between giving up and surrendering, emphasizing the importance of intention and self-awareness in personal growth. She shares her struggles with self-doubt and the inner critic while navigating multiple projects. Through insights gained from ChatGPT, she articulates how surrendering can lead to new opportunities and clarity, cont...

In this episode of 'Drink the Wild Air', host Renee shares her personal journey of navigating life's challenges, embracing authenticity, and the importance of community support. She discusses the role of fear in pursuing dreams, the significance of breathwork in personal growth, and the art of teaching and sharing tools for mental well-being. Through her candid reflections, Renee encou...

In this conversation, Renee's guest Meredith shares her profound journey of navigating life with a brain tumor, mental health struggles, and the transformative experiences that followed her diagnosis and surgery. She reflects on her past, the confusion leading up to her diagnosis, the emotional and physical challenges of recovery, and her newfound appreciation for life. Through her story, she emph...

Summary In this conversation, Renee discusses her journey of reevaluating her daily routines after recovering from a serious illness. She emphasizes the importance of pattern disruption to change one's state of being, particularly in the context of morning and evening rituals. Renee shares insights on creating a supportive sleep environment, managing stress, and the significance of movement and br...

Summary In this episode, Renee reflects on the past year and introduces prompts for listeners to engage in self-reflection and set intentions for the new year. She emphasizes the importance of closure, understanding personal values, and visualizing future goals to create a meaningful and intentional life. Through humor and personal anecdotes, she encourages listeners to take actionable steps towar...

In this conversation, Renee discusses the importance of closing energetic loops and reflecting on past experiences to move forward into 2025 with intention. She shares her journey of self-discovery, embracing new adventures, and the power of saying yes to opportunities that align with her values. Renee emphasizes the significance of coping mechanisms, healing through breathwork, and building suppo...

Summary In this engaging conversation, host Renee and guest Kelsey, a certified breathwork instructor, explore the transformative power of breathwork, travel, and self-discovery. They discuss the importance of trusting oneself, the representation of women's stories in travel, and the journey of facilitating breathwork sessions. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of personal growth, the chall...

Today, I am reading you a private journal entry I wrote to myself at the end of July. Since practicing breathwork daily three times a day, I have noticed that I am able to connect to myself better, which has led me to writing with more clarity. This letter is about love. Channeled from me, to you. Enjoy!

Knowing your values, helps you know your value, which helps you break old patterns. Your values help you understand that 'no' is a fully sentence. And helps you clarify what a 'yes' is for you. Breathwork has helped me see my patterns clearer, like how I have a fawn response to stress (maybe you do too?). Today, we're talking all about values, breathwork (regulating your nervous system), and perve...

On the episode I reveal I'm not a bath person. Shocking, I know! Mostly, this is an episode about releasing the sticky icky thoughts we can have by letting them be information. How writing a letter you never send can help give you clarity. And, I also let you know why I became a breathwork coach. It's deeply personal.

Is curiosity the cure to what's getting in your way? Your mind is a tricky little place. When you're holding yourself back or telling yourself that you can't do something, whose voice is it? Don't believe everything you think about yourself & what you're capable of. I believe in you!

By following my heart and going for a marathon hike in Spain, I learned a thing or two. When you say yes to aligned adventures, some pretty magical things unfold for you. The growth from this can't be quantified. I can't wait to push past more of my edge is healthy ways.

There's a struggle between your head and your heart sometimes. A lot of it has to do with safety. Do you feel safe within yourself or within the world. It's a foundational feeling we make so many decisions from. So are you limiting yourself or embracing the unknown? This is a lesson I learned after confronting a massive amount of fear. And how it was the best gift I have ever given myself. Listen...