Rooted Resilience

Host updates listeners on Willow & Oak Resilient Wellness—new products, a sale (code WILLOW15), an incoming business partner, and upcoming services and membership offerings. Then she addresses why parents should avoid posting children on public social media, sharing insights from her work as a psychologist and child-welfare professional about safety, privacy, consent, and practical steps to pr...

Wendy Golden breaks down why overthinking and the nervous system’s freeze response keep us stuck, exploring fear of the unknown, shame, and worries about others’ opinions. She offers practical tools—breathwork, grounding exercises, journaling, limiting choices, setting high goals, and making micro-decisions—to build momentum and move forward, plus resources and a waitlist for the Rooted Membership...

Welcome back to Root of Resilience with Wendy, your go-to school psychologist and mental health coach. In this episode, Wendy shares her invaluable insights into understanding and supporting your child's behavior as the new school year begins. Discover why recognizing behavior as a form of communication is crucial and how emotional safety takes precedence over academic perfection. You'll also gain...

In this heartfelt episode of Rooted Resilience, Wendy dives into the daily challenges of juggling work, family, and personal dreams. Explore the emotional journey of a working mom trying to find balance between corporate responsibilities and being present for her children. Wendy shares touching anecdotes, from her daughter’s plea for quality time to her own struggles with overcommitting and burnou...

Welcome to the Rooted Resilience Podcast with Wendy, a school psychologist and mental health coach. In this episode, Wendy shares her personal journey through the highs and lows of life, marriage, and career. Discover how she navigated the challenges of separation, rediscovered her strength, and transformed her life and career with resilience. With raw and honest storytelling, Wendy opens up about...

Welcome to another episode of Root of Resilience, where host Wendy Golden delves into the personal and prevalent issue of anxiety. As anxiety affects numerous lives, Wendy explains that it is not a weakness, but a signal from our nervous system. In this episode, she explores the sources of anxiety, why it's appearing in younger individuals, and how to manage it without shame. Join Wendy as she sha...

Join host Wendy Golden on "Rooted Resilience" for a transformative episode designed to ignite your summer reset. Discover the power of breaking free from exhausting patterns and reclaiming your life for good. Explore the common struggles of feeling drained despite a well-balanced lifestyle and learn why true healing begins with addressing your nervous system's conditioning. Wendy shares insights i...

Welcome to the Rooted Resilience podcast, where host Wendy Golden unpacks the true essence of manifestation beyond social media hype. This episode challenges popular notions, emphasizing that manifestation requires more than mere affirmations—it's about alignment with your nervous system and committed action. Discover why simply wishing for a better life isn't enough and how the Rooted and Regulat...

Welcome to another episode of Rooted Resilience with Wendy Golden, where we explore the real and raw journey towards healing and self-discovery. In today's episode, Wendy dives deep into the often difficult but necessary process of finding one's purpose in the midst of life's greatest challenges. Whether it's experiencing a diagnosis, a breakdown, or a significant loss, Wendy emphasizes that true...

Welcome to the Rooted Resilience Podcast with Wendy Golden, where we delve into the raw truths of self-care beyond the clichés. In this episode, we kick off the Rooted Summer Reset series, exploring what genuine self-care looks like, especially for those battling burnout and managing autoimmune conditions. Wendy shares her personal journey of redefining self-care, moving away from superficial rout...

This episode of Root of Resilience delves into the challenging experiences of parenting, focusing on the heartbreak of a broken promise to a child. Host Wendy Golden shares a personal story of her seven-year-old daughter's encounter with a trusted individual's lie and how it led to tough but necessary parenting conversations. This episode highlights the importance of protecting children's mental h...

Welcome to this heartfelt episode of Root of Resilience, where your host, Wendy Golden, opens up about navigating life's most turbulent storms. This raw and vulnerable discussion dives into the reality of mental health when you're deep in the storm, beyond the clichés of self-care and spa days. Wendy shares her personal experiences with loss and upheaval, offering real tools to understand how our...

In this eye-opening episode of Root of Resilience, host Wendy Golden takes listeners on a personal journey of discovery and empowerment. She unravels the often hidden truths of the wellness industry, spotlighting her creation of an accessible $17 wellness guide amidst an industry rife with exorbitantly priced alternatives. Wendy shares her personal battles with health, the overwhelming misinformat...

In this heartfelt episode of Rooted Resilience, Wendy Golden explores the transformative journey of healing and self-discovery. Tired of carrying the invisible load of hyper-independence, Wendy shares her personal experiences and insights on breaking free from the bare minimum energy that weighs us down. She emphasizes the importance of setting new standards for oneself and refusing to settle for...

In this episode of Rooted Resilience, host Wendy Golden digs deep into the complexities of parenting, sharing personal anecdotes that resonate with humor and authenticity. Together with her sister, Wendy explores the importance of letting children face struggles to nurture growth and resilience. From sun exposure reminiscences to parenting challenges, this episode offers a heartfelt perspective on...

Welcome to another empowering episode of Root of Resilience with Wendy Golden. Today, we delve into the labyrinth of trauma, people-pleasing, and the arduous journey of healing with special guest Julia, Wendy's courageous half-sister. Discover the complexities of growing up in an emotionally disconnected home, navigating a toxic marriage, and the formidable task of rebuilding one's identity. As Ju...

In this episode of Rooted Resilience, host Wendy Golden explores the often misunderstood nature of conflict, emphasizing that it's typically rooted in miscommunication rather than malintent. Wendy explains how our nervous system responses interfere with healthy communication and shares insight into the "let them" trend on social media, highlighting its risks of promoting avoidance over genuine int...

In this episode of Rooted Resilience, we delve into the true essence of resilience and its significance in our lives and the lives of our children. Resilience is not about being unyielding; it's about adaptability, flexibility, and remaining grounded amidst chaos. Explore the 'ordinary magic' that shapes resilience in everyday moments and learn about fostering it within ourselves and loved ones th...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of 'Rooted Resilience,' the podcast by Willow and Oak Resilient Wellness, hosted by the passionate and insightful Wendy Golden. Dive deep into holistic wellness as Wendy shares her journey from a conventional school psychologist to a holistic health advocate. She candidly discusses the importance of seeing health as a journey encompassing mind, body, and spirit, ra...