The Connected Community: Exploring Possibility

In this episode of The Connected Community Podcast, host Nicky Yazbeck welcomes Whitney Erwin, an international Holistic Health Practitioner, Clinical Herbalist, and Ayurvedic Strategist with over 23 years of experience in yoga and holistic health. As the founder of Four Seasons Harmony Holistic Health, Healing & Ayurveda, Whitney is passionate about helping women navigate chronic hormonal imb...

In this episode of The Connected Community Podcast, host Nicky Yazbeck sits down with Amber Tolbert, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, experiential psychotherapy practitioner, and energy healer trained in Holy Fire Reiki. Amber is also the founder of The Healing Collective, and she shares her expertise on the complexities of codependency, discussing how it often stems from generational trauma and...

In this episode of the Connected Community Podcast, Nicky Yazbeck and Christina discuss the significance of embracing awkward conversations as a means of personal growth. They explore the challenges of people-pleasing, the importance of nervous system regulation, and strategies for handling difficult responses. The conversation emphasizes the value of self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and th...

In this episode of The Connected Community Podcast, host Nicky Yazbeck sits down with Craig Meriwether, a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Medical Hypnosis Specialist, and founder of Arizona Integrative Hypnotherapy. With over 12 years of experience, Craig has worked with a diverse range of individuals, from veterans with PTSD and cancer patients managing pain to entrepreneurs, athletes, and chi...

In this episode of The Connected Community Podcast, host Nicky Yazbeck welcomes Julia Davis, a yoga teacher, author, and expert in circle holding. Together, they explore the art and significance of circle holding, discussing its role in fostering community, connection, and personal growth. Julia shares practical tips on creating successful circles, managing group dynamics, and ensuring inclusivity...

In this episode of The Connected Community Podcast, host Nicky Yazbeck speaks with Natalie Jovanic, a Master Therapeutic Counselor, trauma recovery coach, author, and podcast host. Together, they delve into the powerful world of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy. Natalie explains how EMDR can be a transformative tool for trauma recovery and loss integration, emphasizing...

In this episode, host Nicky Yazbeck is joined by Dr. Jesseca Tighe, a career and leadership coach with over 20 years of experience as a healthcare executive. Dr. Tighe, who holds a Ph. D. in Psychology, shares her expertise on burnout, helping leaders and professionals transition through tough career phases, rediscover vitality, and find purpose. Together, Nicky and Dr. Tighe break down the comple...

In this episode, host Nicky Yazbeck and guest Christina Granahan, an Enneagram-informed therapist, coach, and licensed social worker, explore the Enneagram as a powerful tool for self-awareness, personal growth, and improving relationships. Christina explains how the Enneagram offers a unique framework for understanding unconscious behaviors, emphasizing how knowing your type can support emotional...

Nicky Yazbeck, host, speaks with Valerie Rubin, a rapid transformational therapist specializing in anxious attachment, discusses the different attachment styles and their impact on relationships. She explains that anxious attachment can lead to anxiety, fear of abandonment, and difficulty trusting partners. Other attachment styles include secure attachment, fearful avoidant, and dismissive avoidan...

In this episode, host Nicky Yazbeck sits down with Laura Valvasori, a business and well-being mentor, Certified Emotion Code Practitioner, and creator of the “Still Me, But Alcohol-Free” program. Laura shares her personal journey of deciding to go alcohol-free in her mid-40s after recognizing the negative effects alcohol was having on her health, including sleep, gut health, and mental clarity.  ...

In this episode, host Nicky Yazbeck sits down with Madeleine Karlsson, an Integrative Nutrition and Health Coach, Pilates Instructor, Yoga & Meditation Teacher, and a two-time TEDx speaker. Madeleine shares her personal journey overcoming emotional eating and dives deep into why we turn to food for comfort, the biochemical and emotional triggers behind emotional eating, and how to finally brea...

In this  episode, host Nicky Yazbeck delves into the fascinating world of brain health with Nicola Hunt, a Specialist in Neurological and Vestibular Physiotherapy, educator, and certified brain health coach. With over 20 years of experience working with individuals recovering from brain injuries, Nicola offers a wealth of knowledge on how to optimize our brain health through sleep and lifestyle ch...

In this episode, host Nicky Yazbeck is joined by Julie Alsaker, a dedicated concierge holistic practitioner with nearly thirty years of experience in the realm of natural health. Julie's journey into holistic wellness began at the age of 15, fueled by her personal battle with chronic illness and her passion for discovering natural ways to heal the body. Her extensive background as a medical interp...

Mike Martin, a wilderness first responder, survival skills trainer, and certified meditation guide, shares his journey and how meditation and mindfulness have become an integral part of his outdoor experiences. He discusses the connection between meditation and outdoor skills, the benefits of meditation in the wilderness, and the importance of self-reflection and letting go. Mike also talks about...

In this episode, host Nicky Yazbeck interviews Dr. Crystal Felice, a functional wellness coach with a PharmD and an Applied Functional Medicine Certification (AFMC). Dr. Felice shares her transformative journey into gut health and functional medicine, discussing how she overcame her own health challenges by healing her gut. She emphasizes the critical role of gut health in achieving hormone balanc...

In this conversation, Nicky Yazbeck speaks with Katy Valentine, a shamanic practitioner with a background in theology, about her journey into shamanism and how it relates to religion. She explains that shamanism is a framework for seeing the world and communicating with the spirit world, rather than a religion itself. She emphasizes that shamanic practices are culturally embedded and vary across d...

In this episode, Nicky Yazbeck engages with Courtney Moore, an intuitive healer trained in classical Chinese medicine, discusses the background and services of Chinese medicine. She explains that Chinese medicine encompasses acupuncture, Chinese herbs, bodywork, qigong or tai chi, and diet or nutrition. Chinese medicine can be used to treat a wide range of conditions, including mental health, phys...

In this episode of the podcast, Nicky Yazbeck sits down with Wayne Veldsman, the founder of MyDigitalNPO and host of the podcast Journey To Legacy, to delve into the intricacies of emotional intelligence and its crucial role in communication and relationship building. Wayne brings his extensive experience in communication, digital marketing, and entrepreneurship to the table, enriched by his perso...

In this episode, Nicky Yazbeck engages with Jasper Moontree, an ecotherapy guide, energy worker, yoga teacher, and breathwork facilitator. Jasper is the founder of the Conscious Body Healing Arts Center in Birmingham, Alabama, and the creator of Earth Church, a monthly gathering designed to help individuals connect with nature and their highest calling. Jasper's extensive experience, including cer...

In this episode, host Nicky Yazbeck engages in a conversation with Stepanka Kuralova, a trained clinical hypnotherapist.  Stepanka discusses her journey into hypnotherapy and breaks down some common misconceptions about the practice. She shares how she personally experienced the transformative power of hypnosis and how it changed the direction of her life. Stepanka explains that there are differen...

In this episode, host Nicky Yazbeck engages in a deep conversation with Jocelyn Bates, an expert on the Akashic Records. Jocelyn introduces listeners to the concept of the Akashic Records, describing them as a dimension of pure knowledge, akin to a cosmic library, that holds the records of every living being. Jocelyn explains that accessing the Akashic Records involves meditation and developing a...

In this episode, Ali Miller, a marriage and family therapist specializing in nonviolent communication, discusses the importance of compassionate and heart-centered communication. Ali shares that nonviolent communication allows us to have more choice in how we express ourselves and minimize harm. She also provides a four-step model for effective communication: observation, feeling, need, and reques...

In this podcast episode, Nicky Yazbeck interviews Elysha Lenkin, a renowned personal stylist with over 25 years in the fashion industry. Elysha has styled high-profile celebrities like Carrie Underwood, Serena Williams, and Tina Fey, and contributes as a fashion expert for FIRST for Women magazine. Her styling insights have also graced the pages of InStyle, The New York Times, and People Magazine....

In this episode, August Childs, a Death Doula and Conscious Dying Coach, shares his transformative journey from addiction to purpose, rooted in the contemplation of impermanence and death. August's profound insights and compassionate guidance offer a beacon of hope for those navigating the complexities of addiction, recovery, and existential contemplation. August's journey begins with his own stru...

In this episode Alyssa Severeid takes listeners on a journey into the fascinating world of incense. From its ancient origins in Egypt to its modern-day use in spiritual practices, Alyssa shares insights into the history, making, and cultural significance of incense. She discusses the distinction between synthetic and natural incense, emphasizing the importance of choosing natural options for healt...