Let's Talk Wellness with Shal

Most people think yoga is just about perfecting physical poses, but did you know asanas are just ONE part of yoga? Yoga, as outlined by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras, is an 8-limbed path to a meaningful and balanced life. And the secret to every pose? Sthira Sukham Asanam – a balance of steadiness (sthira) and ease (sukham). 🌱 The 8 Limbs of Yoga: 1️⃣ Yamas – Ethical principles (kindness, truth, n...

🎧 EP26: The Truth About Fat Loss for Women After 40 with Adrian Mamikonian Are you struggling with fat loss, energy levels, or navigating perimenopause? Do you feel like traditional weight loss advice just doesn’t work anymore? You’re not alone. This episode of Let’s Talk Wellness with Shal dives into the unique challenges women over 40 face and the science-backed strategies to help them reclaim...

"Are you tired of living by society’s expectations, battling food guilt, or feeling like you’re never enough? What if true freedom comes from embracing yourself—flaws, contradictions, and all?" In this empowering episode of Let’s Talk Wellness with Shal , Jetty Nieuwenhuis —speaker, model, wellness advocate, and CEO of Trujetty—shares her journey of overcoming bulimia, Lyme disease, and...

🎙️ EP24: Healing from the Root Cause | Hormones, Gut Health & Weight Loss with Nicole Tanner 🌿✨ "Are you tired of struggling with unexplained symptoms, weight gain, or hormonal imbalances? What if the key to healing isn’t just treating symptoms but finding the root cause ?" In this eye-opening episode of Let’s Talk Wellness with Shal , Nicole Tanner —a personal trainer with a degre...

🎙️ EP23: Breaking the Burnout Cycle: How Women of Color Can Thrive 🌟  "How can women of color overcome burnout, navigate racial trauma, and thrive personally and professionally? What does it take to shift from survival mode to truly thriving?" In this empowering episode of Let’s Talk Wellness with Shal , Shani Gardner, LCSW —a psychotherapist, burnout coach, and founder of Soulful Grace...

 Holistic Wellness for Mothers: Mental Health, Balance & Self-Care with Vickie Victorenko 🌿✨  "How can moms overcome burnout, prioritize self-care, and navigate the challenges of motherhood? What does holistic wellness look like at every stage of life?" In this inspiring episode of Let’s Talk Wellness with Shal , Vickie Victorenko—a dedicated mental health therapist and health and...

🏅 *How can athletes overcome mental health challenges and navigate systemic barriers?*  Licensed sport social worker Tara Wells joins us to share her expertise in supporting athletes through a trauma-informed, mindfulness-based approach.   In this podcast episode on **athlete mental health** and **inclusivity in sports**, Tara explores:   - Her journey to becoming a sport social worker and her pa...

In this episode, I’m excited to welcome Thomas Banta, a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, private practice owner, and trauma specialist. Thomas’s mission is to help individuals regain their quality of life after experiencing traumatic events, offering a safe and compassionate space for healing. Thomas combines his expertise with empathy, building a foundation of trust and safety with his clients....

Episode 19: Empowering Women to Heal, Thrive, and Lead In this episode, I’m honored to host Erica Whalen, a certified Life Purpose Coach, passionate mental health advocate, and survivor of childhood trauma. Erica is my third international guest speaker. Erica’s journey is one of resilience, healing, and transformation, and she has dedicated her life to inspiring and empowering women who have faced...

Episode 18: Healing Beyond Cancer: A Journey to Balance, Wellness, and Purpose In this episode, I had an incredible conversation with Fernanda Doria , my second international guest speaker from a place very close to my heart—Dubai, where I spent many wonderful years. Fernanda is an integrative wellness and life coach with a powerful vision: to guide others through transformative self-care, helping...

Episode 17: How to Silence Your Inner Critic In this episode, I’m thrilled to have an inspiring conversation with Sadie Evans, the incredible force behind @beimpactful_coaching. Sadie is an eight-time published author, transformational speaker, and the host of the podcast “Soul Food with Sadie.” As a first-generation college graduate and the founder of Be IMPACTFUL, she empowers high-achieving ind...

It was a pleasure to have Alyssa Ball @belsolewellness share her tips on how to simplify Healthy Living as a parent, especially managing 3 young kids. Alyssa Ball is the founder of bel sole wellness , an online wellness coaching and energy healing practice geared to help others create a strong foundation for their health and well-being. Alyssa is a Registered Nurse (RN), Board Certified Health and...

It was a pleasure to have Karmin Simone @karmin_simone_ share her journey as a life coach and how we can learn to live a life filled with abundance. Karmin is a compassionate woman who connects with adult women, military women veterans and fathers of adult daughters to transform relationships. Her company, Inner Healing ForAbundant Living, Inc, uses a unique Neuroplastic and Multigenerational Heal...

It was a pleasure to have Libby Supan @foodfreedomwithlibby share her journey on eating disorders and healing through this journey. Libby Supan is a licensed marriage and family therapist, a certified intuitive eating counselor, and someone who has personally recovered from a 20-year struggle with an eating disorder. Her personal journey fuels her deep passion for helping others in their own recov...

It was a pleasure to have Alicia Joy @aliciajoy.healing share an introduction to Hypnotherapy. Alicia is a Certified Hypnotherapist & Holistic Health Coach. Through her own path of healing the physical, mental, and emotional body, Alicia has fostered keen awareness of the critical nature of relationship, connection and rapport. It is this connection that propels her hypnotherapy practice, serv...

It was a pleasure to have Dr. Ellen @the_midlife_whisperer share her wealth of knowledge on self-compassion. Her PhD dissertation was based on this topic. Dr. Ellen is a PhD psychologist, registered dietitian nutritionist, National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, and Mindful Self-compassion teacher. Known as The Midlife Whisperer™, she helps women get unstuck and have the energy, confid...

It was a pleasure to have Donna Wojcik share her inspiring wellness journey going from a teacher to a wellness entrepreneur. Donna Wojcik is a former school teacher, spending 20 years in education teaching in San Diego as well as in the Greater Seattle Area. She recently resigned from teaching to focus full time on her private healing practice which has recently expanded into an alternative healin...

It was a pleasure having Roshani Hill share her inspiring wellness journey and how she honed her focus on women's health. Roshani is the founder of VitalWoman Wellness, with a mission to redefine the modern perception of women's identity and health, especially after having children. She empowers busy women to break generational cycles by prioritizing their health now to prevent future il...

It was a pleasure to have Emily Miotto share her journey into wellness.  Emily is a dedicated ThetaHealing practitioner, instructor, and loving mother to one enlightened child. Her mission is to demystify the process of raising New Earth children through the power of energy healing. By aligning the energetics of both mother and baby, Emily nurtures the sacred bond between them, guiding mothers to...

It was a pleasure to have Hamilton Garces share his journey into wellness as a United States Marine veteran. Hamilton is a United States Marine Veteran, RYT 200 hours, Pranayama (Breath Control) & Meditation instructor, Healing Arts practitioner using Crystal Singing bowls, Native American Flute, Didgeridoo & throat singing. Served 4 Year as a Rifleman including a Combat Tour in Afghanista...

It was a pleasure to have Carolyn Vaccaro Hough share her journey into wellness and how to prioritize and balance self-care as a parent. Carolyn is an occupational therapist by profession, feel in love with cooking, manages self-care as a busy parent and is finishing up her IIN Health Coach training. Learn more about her @thewholesomerose on Instagram. Tune into this episode to learn more and what...

It was a pleasure to have Jordan Lundrigan share his journey which began at the age of 19 with his calling of self-discovery and his exploration of meditation, theta healing and how he has a vision for humanities cities, importance of retreats to make this world a better place! Learn more @revolutionizedreality on Instagram Tune into this episode to learn more and what steps you can take in this j...

Super exciting to have the first guest speaker on the podcast - Kat Palms (@wellbeingwithkat on Instagram). She shares her journey into wellness, face yoga amongst many other variations of yoga and her amazing retreats!  Tune into this episode to learn more and what steps you can take in this journey!  Follow me on Instagram @shalinithyagaraja for more. Do like, follow, subscribe. Follow podcasts...

 The mind-body connection is key because it underscores how mental and emotional states profoundly influence physical health and overall well-being. By integrating and nurturing this connection, we enhance resilience, prevent illness, and promote a more balanced and fulfilling life.  Tune into this episode to understand why this connection matters and what small steps you can take in this journey!...

Ever heard the term 'Secondary Food' and how you can feed your soul through what is on your plate? To take another step further, how do you integrate primary and secondary food to think about Holistic Wellness. Tune into this episode to understand the basics and what simple actions you can take to be aware of your unique needs and not fall into the trap of one size fits all. Follow me on...