Inspired Intentions Podcast

In this second of a three-part series, we dig deep into the soil—and soul—of gardening, unveiling its multifaceted benefits that extend far beyond just growing your own produce. Today we discuss the very real physical benefits of getting your hands dirty in a garden. The post 150. Roots and Reps: Physical Health through Gardening appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .

In this three-part series, we dig deep into the soil—and soul—of gardening, unveiling its multifaceted benefits that extend far beyond just growing your own produce. Today we discuss the mental health benefits and therapeutic calm that come from tending to plants. The post 149. Cultivating Calm: The Mental Health Benefits of Gardening appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .

More than ever, young adults are struggling to find their place in this world as they seek control, autonomy and independence. Today we talk with Greg Ostler, Skyterra Young Adult’s Clinical Director, on an alternative for young adults who are seeking treatment. Find out how wellness looks different for young adults, and how the Young Adult program at Skyterra is different from traditional t...

She’s back! We check back in with frequent LoseSmart guest Ellen to discuss her journey to make big changes in her life. Hear how Ellen’s goals have changed and how her mindset shift has helped her reconfigure her idea of health and confidence. The post 147. How to Make — and Sustain — Big Changes in Your Life appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .

It’s about the food, and it’s also not about the food.’ When it comes to emotional eating, avoiding the all-or-nothing mindset is so important. Today we chat with Dr. Ardelle Bland, Skyterra’s Clinical Therapist, on how to reprogram and unlearn habits, and how to discover the awareness and longings behind emotional eating. The post 146. How to Begin Healing Your Relationshi...

In memory of Dr. Katherine Koonce, Skyterra dedicated its new labyrinth earlier this month. Learn about the development and dedication of this labyrinth as a place of healing for all guests, and how it enhances the campus and wellness experience. The post 145. A Message of Hope and Healing in a Labyrinth Dedication appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .

A very special podcast for a very special guest. This week, we remember Dr. Katherine Koonce who tragically lost her life on March 27, 2023. Katherine was a frequent Skyterra guest along with her sister, Anne-Louise. On this podcast, Anne-Louise honors her sister and discusses the transcendent power of human connections as we learn about a very special woman who loved helping people exceed their o...

A lack of sleep can cause so many health problems. Whether an overnight work schedule, insomnia, FOMO or anxiety, so many people suffer from poor sleep hygiene. Skyterra’s General Manager Teresa Ostler shares her own journey with sleep, what has worked, and what hasn’t. The post 143. What to do When Sleep Doesn’t Come Easy appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .

Hear more from Leah, the Skyterra guest who lost more than 150 pounds in LoseSmart and changed her life along the way. Find out the sustainable changes she made in her life and why she continues to return to Skyterra. The post 142. Leah’s LoseSmart Journey, Part 2 appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .

Hear from Leah, a three-time repeat guest, on her Skyterra LoseSmart experience and her journey in losing more than 150 pounds. For her, the life-changing difference were changes in her lifestyle. It wasn’t just the weight she lost, but all that she gained: community and confidence. The post 141. A ‘Safe, Judgment-Free Zone’ in Skyterra’s LoseSmart program: the Lifestyle Ch...

The second in a two-part series on Exercise and the Female Body, we discuss perimenopause, menopause and postmenopause. Hormonal changes mean it can be more difficult to build muscle, and can affect sleep and how we respond to different dietary inputs. Learn how to exercise effectively and feel better along the way. The post 140. Exercise and the Female Body, Part Two appeared first on Skyterra We...

Unfortunately, there is a lack of research around female bodies and what happens during exercise. On today’s show we discuss the impacts of movement on women’s bodies. The post 139. Exercise and the Female Body, Part One appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .

Have you ever heard of forest bathing? Meet Kelly Bruce, Skyterra’s new Recreation Specialist, and learn all about forest bathing, forest therapy, and Skyterra’s newest offering. The post 138. Why You Need to try Forest Bathing appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .

We continue our look back at our favorite podcast episodes featuring Jeff Ford. This week we’re listening again to our favorite episode. The post 137. More of our All-Time Favorite Episodes of Inspired Intentions appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .

We continue our look back at our favorite podcast episodes featuring Jeff Ford. This week we’re listening again to our fourth and third favorite episodes. The post 136. More of our All-Time Favorite Episodes of Inspired Intentions appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .

After last week’s big announcement, we’re taking a much-needed stroll down memory lane. Join Alan and Rachael over the next few weeks as they recount some of their favorite past episodes. Today, we are hitting you with Number 4 and 5. The post 135. Taking a Deeper Dive into our All-Tme Favorite Inspired Intentions Episodes appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .

In a business, there will always be change, improvement, adversity and growth. In business as in life, all we can do is consider all experiences, do what’s right, continue to grow, and live in the moment. Strength and growth that come from change are what makes us all better. Today our team says goodbye, thank you, and best wishes to two very important and beloved team members. The post 134. Growt...

Note: As of 2023, Skyterra Embrace has transitioned to Skyterra Young Adult, welcoming individuals of all genders ages 18 to 29. Hear today from Skyterra Embrace student Babs on how she found purpose during her stay. Hear how she shed substance abuse, learned to communicate with friends and family, and found a safe community during her stay. The post 133. The Struggle of Young Adulthood and How to...

Corporate burnout is real! Today’s special guest is OG Skyterra Guest Jenna as we discuss how to avoid corporate burnout, and how to recognize if it’s happening to you. The post 132. How to Avoid Corporate Burnout appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .

In the last of this three-part series, find out how listening techniques used by professional actors can help you communicate better and improve your relationships. Today’s special guest is Kerrie Seymour, professional actor and Associate Professor of Acting at Clemson University. The post 131. How Acting Methods Can Help You Communicate Better, episode 3 of 3 appeared first on Skyterra Well...

In the second of this three-part series, find out actors learn to be present on stage, and how those techniques can help you communicate better and improve your relationships. Today’s special guest is Kerrie Seymour, professional actor and Associate Professor of Acting at Clemson University. The post 130. How Acting Methods Can Help You Communicate Better, episode 2 of 3 appeared first on Sk...

In the first of this three-part series, find out how breathing methods used by professional actors can help you communicate better and improve your relationships. Today’s special guest is Kerrie Seymour, professional actor and Associate Professor of Acting at Clemson University. The post 129. How Acting Methods Can Help You Communicate Better, episode 1 of 3 appeared first on Skyterra Wellne...

On today’s show, find out how to shop for the right footwear for your feet. Jeff and Alan discuss what to look for and how to assess using some general standards for purchasing shoes. The post 128. How to Protect Your Feet by Making Smart Footwear purchases appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .

In this episode, we have a heartfelt conversation with Skyterra Legend Margie. She covers why taking the leap and asking for help when she needed it most was the key to getting her life back. The post 127. How One Guest Got Her Life Back After Hitting Her Lowest Point appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .

Are you tird of feeling anxious? You deserve to cope with it better. On today’s episode, hear from two therapists on tips and tricks for dealing with anxiety, an unavoidable emotion. The post 126. Tips and Tricks for Managing Anxiety appeared first on Skyterra Wellness Retreat .