The Luella Jonk Show

Today we get to talk all about connection; connection with ourselves and connection to all life around us. This talk reminds us that we are all part of a greater meaning. However, we need to be open to it. When we open ourselves to possibility, synchronicity, and meaningful coincidences, we open our view of what it means to be human.   Dr. Yvonne Smith Tarnas is a Jungian Analyst, who works with p...

In this episode, my guest describes how she went from being addicted to processed foods, drugs, and alcohol to now being addicted to gratitude, presence, and awareness. Shilamida went from living on food stamps and being a single mom to manifesting her soulmate and building multiple businesses - all done in the name of gratitude. She is a mentor, keynote speaker, podcaster, author, spiritual Trans...

What is it about you that no one else gets? Why are you worthy of love? What is it about you that makes you so unique and special? This episode is about your ability to own your truth, your personal power, and your belief in yourself. The ability to know with incredible conviction and certainty that you were always The One; that special snowflake. Everything that makes another person complete. The...

Daniel Z. Lieberman, MD is a clinical professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at George Washington University. He is a sought-after speaker and shares his expertise on the neurobiological basis of human behavior as a frequent guest on radio, television, and podcasts. He is a TEDx speaker and appeared on CNN multiple times and on ABC news. Dr. Lieberman co-authored "The Molecule of More...

Culturally we are taught from a young age to find a partner who can take care of you well. This might refer to someone with a stable career, a good parent, someone who can perhaps cook, mend a sock, fix a faucet, goes to church, and doesn’t physically harm you. But what if it really doesn't have to do with any of those OBVIOUS qualities or characteristics? What if it was, instead, all the litt...

Today I interview Dr. Beitman, a psychiatrist turned researcher and author of Meaningful Coincidences: How and Why Synchronicity and Serendipity Happen. Today’s talk focused on how we all experience meaningful coincidences, serendipity, and synchronicity if we care to notice them.   There was so much about this discussion I loved; everything from listening to Bernard’s description of how his deep...

This is the first episode where I invite three of my clients to speak about how they separated themselves from emotional, and for some, physically abusive relationships. There were commonalities in these relationships including the need for control and the lack of responsibility their spouses took in order to look inside themselves and their contributions towards the break-up.  I congratulate thes...

I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Felice Gersh once again. Many of you recognize her name from my previous episodes (#7, #23, #41) where we spoke of the important topics of hormone balance starting from the early years of menstruation all the way to the end of our cycles.   In today’s episode, we touch on all the protective benefits of estradiol (estrogen) as it relates to cardiovascular hea...

I had the tremendous honor of interviewing Mark Sisson, the founder of the primal movement and the person behind defining what it means to live an ancestral lifestyle (meaning going back to the basics). In this interview, I capture the person behind the name Primal Blueprint, Marks Daily Apple, and Primal Kitchen. Soon you will be hearing about his most recent endeavor, Peluva; a brand of minimali...

Megan Ramos is a Canadian clinical educator and expert on therapeutic fasting and low-carbohydrate diets, having guided more than 14,000 people worldwide. She is the co-author of the New York Times Bestseller Life in the Fasting Lane. This episode is jam-packed with information on everything related to weight loss tips, controlling PCOS, to reversing chronic diseases such as Type II diabetes - all...

When it comes to emotional regulation, the idea of ‘I am more than enough’ is an important tool to use when it concerns emotional regulation. If you have ever struggled with being ‘triggered’ or keeping calm while in the midst of emotional turmoil, I think today’s episode will provide you with some help in navigating your emotions. We all struggle with emotional intelligence and regulation at time...

Join me today to discover the surprising benefits of essential oils! If you are like me, I have always been curious to know the healing benefits of essential oils. Today, Shirley Hiiman, a licensed esthetician, walks us through the story of how she grew to love and use essential oils for herself, her family, and now her clients. Her approach is both individualistic and holistic. In her business, S...

Today's solo episode centers on self-worth and respecting the boundaries of others as well as yourself. If you are someone struggling with hurt and confusion in your current or past relationship, then my hope is by listening to this episode, you will feel more in control of your life rather than a victim of your situation.    If you enjoy the I Think, I Can Podcast, I’d love for you to subscri...

In today’s episode, you get to hear me riff on the topic of why it is important to set limits and what this means in terms of honoring your needs. I also describe why I much prefer using the term ‘drawing a line in the sand’ rather than ‘boundary’. I discuss why it is not only respectful of yourself but also respectful of others to define your limits and adhere to your values. I describe these ter...

Today I had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Jay Faber, a double board-certified psychiatrist with a fellowship degree in integrative medicine. We touched on the topics of brain anatomy in relation to specific conditions such as focused attention and awareness, narcissism, ADHD, how we connect with others/relationships, learning, and the problems with the education system.   In addition to his work a...

Hey! Today we are talking about the importance of tapping into our emotions and how to express emotions. This is so important in all areas of self-expression but especially in the area of relationships. In the area of self-development, it is not spoken about enough. There is also a big myth surrounding the idea that when a relationship is failing, it is all about communication.   It is not ALL ABO...

It was a delight to host my guest Cathy Domoney, a skilled educator, author, and coach who delivers a fresh and skillful way of approaching parenting. Parenting is such an important topic and yet, not discussed often enough in the field of self-development.   Today you will hear how Cathy embraced her challenges as a parent and used them as a gift to herself, her children, and her community. Topic...

A topic that many folks talk about, but few truly understand. It sounds so simple. We hear it from our parents, teachers, partners, and friends—believe in yourself. Yet it seems so difficult to do so. Why is it so difficult? In today’s episode, I speak about how feeling self-confidence is different from believing in yourself, why it is often so difficult to believe in ourselves, and the secret sau...

Joel Green is a motivational speaker who has used his mindset to leverage his power. After retiring from his career as a professional basketball player, Joel Green founded Pro Level Training (PLT), which has become a 7-figure company. In addition to running PLT,  Joel is also the National Director for Nike Sports Camps.   With a strong ambition to inspire others. He has developed a reputation for...

Melanie Avalon is a SAG-AFTRA actress, health influencer, author of "What When Wine: Lose Weight and Feel Great with Paleo-Style Meals, Intermittent Fasting, and Wine," host of "The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast" and "The Intermittent Fasting Podcast" with Cynthia Thurlow, top iTunes app creator (“Food Sense Guide”), and founder of the supplement line AvalonX. Melanie w...

In this solo episode, I discuss what staying power means when it comes to maintaining a relationship. One might substitute the word resiliency, but I personally feel it means something different. I am speaking towards finding the power from within, tapping into the true concept of self, and not using the judgment of yourself or others in order to stay true to your goal.   Enjoy the show. If you en...

In today’s episode, you will hear me speak on what it means to be authentic and genuine, how I was scared to use social media as well as the benefits of using social media, how I distinguish coaching vs therapy, the power of your thoughts, and much more Enjoy the show.    If you enjoy the I Think, I Can Podcast , I’d love for you to subscribe, rate, and give a review on Apple Podcasts . I really a...

Nancy Schwartz is the Founder and Transformational Strategist of Envision Healthy Retirement. After spending her career in corporate leadership roles, she decided she wanted to do life differently, and subsequently founded the successful retained search company, SearchExecution. Nancy’s innovative and solution-oriented approach to solving complex issues is what has earned her high praise and recog...

I had the pleasure of welcoming back Dr. Felice Gersh, a multi-award-winning physician with dual board certifications in OB-GYN and Integrative Medicine. She is the founder and director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine, based in California, USA. Dr. Gersh is a fountain of knowledge when it comes to understanding women’s physiology. She doesn’t treat women’s health with a silo mentality,...

In today’s episode, I explain how the notion of unworthiness or not being enough can have a profound impact on your romantic relationship. In my series on Improving your relationship by improving yourself, I describe how being self-judgemental falls under the ‘perfectionist’ personality type.   As a perfectionist, you not only torment yourself on a daily basis to the point of mental exhaustion, bu...