The Mindful Living

Episode Summary: In this thought-provoking episode of The Mindful Living Podcast , host Sana welcomes Lucy Wood, founder of The Shroom Rooms and host of The Shroom Room podcast, to discuss the healing potential of psilocybin and other plant medicines in trauma recovery and personal growth. Lucy shares her personal journey overcoming disordered eating and reconnecting with her body through microdos...

Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of The Mindful Living Podcast , host The and guest Ian Chamandy dive into the art of defining personal purpose and the transformative effects of living mindfully. Ian, creator of the “Creating Your Blueprint for Purpose” course, shares how his unique approach simplifies purpose discovery, breaking it down into an accessible process for individuals seekin...

Episode Summary: In this episode of The Mindful Living Podcast , Sana chats with Heather Stewart, a coach who advocates for work-life harmony instead of the traditional notion of work-life balance. Heather argues that balance is a myth and suggests a holistic approach that integrates various aspects of life—physical, emotional, financial, and spiritual well-being—to prevent burnout. She shares her...

Episode Summary: In this episode of The Mindful Living Podcast , Sana speaks with Ken Cox, also known as the Sobriety Gladiator, who shares his powerful journey of overcoming addiction and finding strength in boxing. Ken discusses how mindfulness, self-awareness, and core values have played a crucial role in maintaining his sobriety. He introduces his upcoming book, Reclaim Sobriety: 12 Rounds of...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the Mindful Living podcast, host Sana speaks with Richard Friesen, creator of the Mind Muscles Model, about breaking ingrained habits and cultivating new behaviors for personal growth. They explore the neuroscience behind habits, how limiting beliefs can hold us back, and the strategies Richard uses to help clients replace unwanted behaviors with empowering ones...

Summary: In this episode of The Mindful Living Podcast , host Sana is joined by Ana Megrelishvili, founder of the Christian Professionals Network Worldwide (CPNW). Ana shares her profound experiences with silent retreats, explaining how they have transformed her life, deepened her spiritual connection, and guided her work. They explore the benefits of silence in a noisy world, the challenges of em...

Summary: In this episode of The Mindful Living Podcast , host Sana welcomes Amber Fuhriman, a success architect, attorney, speaker, and author of Break Your Bullshit Box . Amber shares her powerful journey of redefining success after realizing that traditional achievements did not fulfill her emotionally or mentally. Together, they discuss the importance of breaking free from limiting beliefs, ove...

Summary: In this episode of  The Mindful Living Podcast , host Sana interviews Yogi Gabriel, a wellness expert and Ayurvedic practitioner, who shares his transformational journey from corporate life to holistic healing. Gabriel delves into the healing power of Ayurveda, discussing how Ayurvedic plants, herbs, and textiles can enhance personal well-being and environmental sustainability. He introdu...

Summary: In this episode of  The Mindful Living Show , host Sana sits down with Don McLaughlin, a former trial lawyer turned legal tech entrepreneur, to explore his personal journey from burnout to resilience. Don opens up about his struggles with depression and burnout while leading a high-pressure career, sharing how self-acceptance, mindfulness, and nutrition helped him recover and grow as a le...

Summary In this episode of  The Mindful Living Podcast , host Sana speaks with Wendy Patterson, a transformation coach specializing in NLP, timeline therapy, and hypnotherapy. Wendy shares her personal journey of healing from grief after losing her mother, how meditation helped her find peace, and the significance of processing emotions. She also discusses her transformative sessions, which help c...

Summary: In this episode of  The Mindful Living Podcast , host Sana interviews Bjorn Lestrud, founder of Blue Dragon Healing, about his transformative journey from a successful sales career to becoming a sound healer and spiritual guide. Bjorn shares how his personal experiences with plant medicine and sound healing helped him achieve emotional healing and self-expression. They also discuss the po...

Summary: In this episode of  The Mindful Living Podcast , host Sana chats with nutrition coach Lisa Franz about the transformative power of mindful eating. Lisa shares her personal journey with food and nutrition, explaining how being present and intentional during meals can improve one’s relationship with food. They explore practical strategies for busy individuals to incorporate mindful eating i...

Summary: In this episode of  The Mindful Living Podcast , host Sana welcomes NaRon Tillman, pastor of One Ministries NYC, yoga instructor, and CEO of Principal Matters, Inc. NaRon shares his inspiring journey from growing up in NYC housing projects to becoming a leader in mindfulness, movement, and spiritual empowerment. The conversation highlights the transformative power of mindfulness and yoga...

Summary: In this insightful episode of  The Mindful Living Podcast , Sana welcomes Anna Brook, a pharmacist turned holistic health coach, to share her personal journey of overcoming burnout and transitioning into holistic wellness. They discuss the importance of balancing mental and physical health, and how prioritizing both is key to personal and professional success. Anna highlights the role of...

Summary In this episode of  The Mindful Living Podcast , Sana welcomes Sabrina Guler, a project management expert and entrepreneur, to discuss the integration of mindfulness, intuition, and emotional intelligence in leadership. Sabrina emphasizes the importance of balancing data-driven decisions with intuition, highlighting the role of emotional intelligence in fostering business growth. They expl...

Episode Summary: In this episode of  The Mindful Living Podcast , host Sana speaks with Lauren Fay, an alcohol-free empowerment coach, Reiki master, and sound healer. Lauren shares her transformative journey of becoming alcohol-free for seven years and the powerful benefits of conscious sobriety. She explains how eliminating alcohol helped her break free from perfectionism, reconnect with her purp...

Episode Summary: In this episode of  The Mindful Living Podcast , host Sana welcomes Catherine Peters, a professional certified coach, best-selling author, and energy leadership master practitioner. Catherine shares her journey from a successful meeting planning career to facing burnout and a breast cancer diagnosis, which led her to reassess her life and career. She explores the signs of burnout,...

Episode Summary: In this episode of  The Mindful Living Podcast , Sana and leadership coach Jem Fuller explore the transformative power of conscious communication and mindful leadership. Jem shares insights from his diverse life experiences, emphasizing the importance of being present, leading with love, and fostering self-acceptance to improve communication in both personal and professional setti...

Episode Summary: In this episode of  The Mindful Living Podcast , host Sana engages in a deep conversation with Dr. Tonya Cunningham, a grief counselor and trauma recovery expert, about the complexities of managing grief, stress, and anxiety. Dr. Tonya shares her personal journey into grief counseling and emphasizes the need for education on the many forms of grief that people often overlook. They...

Episode Summary: In this episode of  The Mindful Living , host Sana sits down with licensed marriage and family therapist Melody Murray to explore the complexities of family dynamics, childhood trauma, and setting boundaries in relationships. Melody shares insights from her personal journey, discussing the emotional toll of toxic relationships and how her upcoming books,  Mourning the Living  and ...

Episode Summary: In this episode of  Mindful Living , host Sana speaks with Aisha Makara, a world traveler, entrepreneur, artist, and author, about the concept of joyful living. Aisha shares her personal experiences and the lessons she’s learned from embracing opportunities and living fully in the moment. Through meditation, positive affirmations, and mindful practices, Aisha explains how to maint...

Episode Summary: In this episode of the  Mindful Living  podcast, host Sana welcomes Cat Valverde, also known as "Your Cash Flow Accomplice," to discuss how entrepreneurs can scale their businesses without compromising their well-being or integrity. Drawing from her experience generating over $5 million in direct revenue for her clients, Cat emphasizes the value of mindful leadership, transparency...

Episode Summary: In this episode of  The Mindful Living  podcast, host Sana interviews Yvonne Trost, a transformational leader and Happiness coach, about her journey from corporate success to discovering her true purpose. Yvonne shares her personal experiences of overcoming challenges like divorce and finding fulfillment through mindfulness, yoga, and hypnotherapy. Together, they explore how mindf...

Episode Summary: In this episode of  The Mindful Living Podcast , Sana is joined by Alison Smith, an experienced coach, speaker, and host of the podcast  Landscaping Your Life . Alison has over 23 years of experience helping people overcome life's challenges by using nature as a metaphor to guide them. Together, they explore how nature’s lessons can provide valuable insights when feeling lost or t...

Episode Summary: In this episode of  The Mindful Living , host Sana sits down with Jason Stanley, a behavioral science expert, to explore the root causes of emotional eating and obesity. Jason shares insights from his groundbreaking research, which began in 1979, into childhood brain patterns and their influence on adult eating behaviors. He introduces "Havening Therapy," a novel technique that ha...