The Wellness Restoration Project

The Wellness Restoration Project is BACK and I'm headed into big new territory. First and foremost, we're going to talk straight about WEIGHT. How the paradigm we've been operating under of energy in =energy out is tragically flawed and how intimately connected our weight is with our hormones.  This is just the beginning. There is SO much more I am excited to teach you. Here's a few of the article...

How is your sleep? Do you fall asleep easily? Do you stay asleep all night? Do you feel rested when you wake in the morning? Do you sleep peacefully? (bad or vivid dreaming, restless leg, night sweats?) Do you get 7-9 hours of sleep a night?   If you answered  NO to any of the above questions then even if your not experiencing any emotional or external stressors - sleep deprivation creates all sor...

I love this bright, cheery little flower – coming to full bloom at the height of the summer when days are the longest. It manages to bloom just in time to capture the power of long sunlit days in its leaves and flowers which we then get to infuse into extracts, powders and oils to help support depression, the nervous system and so much more.  I also love how it helps so many people really feel bet...

You've probably heard the old adage - You are what you Eat.  But the real truth is that you are what you DIGEST.  So how is your digestion?  No seriously! If you are struggling with digestive symptoms, even if your diet is top notch, squeaky clean and on point, weak digestion means you aren't getting a lot of the benefits from the food you are eating. Today's episode is a quick and helpful primer...

There's an old saying that when "mama ain't happy, nobody is happy".. but I have often found the reverse to be even more true. When parenting includes all the normal ups and downs AND you throw in the challenges that come with mental health issues for anyone in the family, things can get tricky fast. Cheryl Cardall is a coach and advocate for teens with mental health challenges and their mom's. Al...

Once my period returned, it never stopped. I became a zombie of exhaustion and anemia. The solution my Dr presented was a hysterectomy. He assured me they would leave my ovaries intact and I would be fine. I was 31 By 32 I was in full blown peri-menopause.   The crazy thing is that my experience is not that extraordinary. I see women every week who are in the same run down, depleted state I was in...

Brigette Heller learned to live a life filled with radical encouragement after battling severe Post-Partum depression with her first and second children. Not knowing what it was or why she felt the way she did, she was quietly invited to attend a class in her friends basement where she began to gain the skills to help turn her life in a new direction. I think you'll love this high spirited woman a...

Do you understand what the Gut Brain Connection is?  If not, no worries because today I break it down for you. You'll learn about the Enteric Nervous System and how that is connected to our emotions and our gut health.   I also introduce you to a few key nutrients and herbs that act as anti-depressants AND help heal  the gut that you won't want to miss.  Connecting the dots as to why SO many peopl...

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month we're talking about one of THE MOST IMPORTANT NUTRIENTS for brain health. This key player is essential from conception to school performance to gut health and into our aging years.  We're talking about DHA, where we get it, the studies that back up what we see in traditional diets and the doses that you need to see benefits. Come join  me on Instagra...

Lyn Christian of SoulSalt is a master when it comes to strategy and helping people go after their dreams. She's a business coach that has really done the work to become an expert in her field. In this episode Lyn teaches some powerful tools to help those of us who tend struggle to stay on task and get things done. Plus she offers a fantastic discount to my listeners for her online course Be Focuse...

One of the things I get asked for on a regular basis is if I know of any herbs that can help with focus and concentration. The answer is YES! There are some fabulous herbs that have been treasured nootropics for thousands of years. In today's episode I introduce you to 4 of my favorites and two of my favorite products.

This Bonus Episode is a companion to Episode 26 which is all about herbs that support your ability to focus and concentrate. There's nothing quite like having the capacity to get stuff done and not knowing where to even start. Paul has some fantastic advice on how to figure out where to spend your time and how to get things done.

Have you ever played the game of Chess? If so, you probably know that it's all about strategy and that protecting the Queen piece, so she can show up when she is most needed, is how you win the game. Today's episode is all about the ways we protect, nurture and care for ourselves as Queen pieces in this beautiful game of life. After listening, I'm sure you'll want to learn more about Honey & Ice Y...

After my last episode aired on Grief Support I realized I left A LOT of herbs out that are incredibly helpers when it comes to grief. I also had listeners reach out and has for more specific info. So here's even more information the many beautiful herbs and addresses more of the research surrounding why berries (and other anti-inflammatory & cardiovascular herbs) are so important when we are makin...

Taking a break from my series on financial wellness and heading back to my 12 part series on detoxification. This episode also addresses some of the foods, nutrients and herbs we can lean on to support us when dealing with grief. While I could spend hours teaching you about the many many herbs that help to lift the spirit and soothe heavy hearts, I focus on some foods and blossoms I bet you didn't...

When it comes to wellness in our world, looking at the WHOLE picture is incredibly important. This next episode, with my friend and mentor, Sarah Grace Allred, is one that is near and dear to my heart. Financial wellness is a piece of the healing puzzle for many women and it can be such a taboo subject in many circles. Sarah brings her wisdom and passion as we go all in on this important topic. Th...

Katie Richardson is a powerful coach to entrepreneurs, who started with a simple sketch and a giant leap of faith she transformed an industry and became a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. She's been featured on the Ellen show, the Rachel Ray show, the Today show. she's been on the cover of Entrepreneur magazine and she's very open about the many failures and years of struggle proceed...

Today is all about how replenishing our bodies through good food IS detoxification. Its crazy how many sales pitches out there would lead you to believe the you need to cut out most foods to detox. Give me 15 minutes to help you see otherwise! Download my Hormone balancing detox super star meal plan here http://bit.ly/hormonemeals Come learn more -join me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/she...

Great skin is often attributed to fantastic genetics or an intensive skin care regimen. And while genetics and skin care rituals can be helpful, the secret to healthy skin is actually much simpler than you may realize. Erin Massengale, Clinical Herbalist, joins me today to talk wellness, skin care and detoxification. You'll come away with several things you can start implementing today in order to...

Did you know Detox is so much more than a 3 day juice diet? SO MUCH MORE Over the next few episodes I'm talking you through my 12 step detoxification plan. Today's episode is all about steps 1-3 Reducing body burden is crucial to a healthy detoxification system. Want to grab that 3 pack of natural masks and scrubs from @annmarieskincare to take advantage of this special offer you won't find on the...

LeAndra Baker, the owner, artist and maker behind the brilliant dyed fibers of Created by Elsie B joins me again - we dive deeper into the healing that she found through bringing a childhood craft back to life and the continual work of healing that is required to allow her space to create inside her business and her life. If you've struggled with life not going the way you had planned - You'll lov...

The beautiful worlds of food and medicine combine in this interview with Dr Antonella. She brings her story, her heritage and her passion for all things wellness in this interview that helps bridge the gap between western medicine, slow food and true wellness. Not to mention a little lesson on how to choose the best olive oil! Antonella is teaching an online cooking class on Wednesday Jan 27th cal...

Paul Van Bloem's work is best described as being engaged in the effort of helping good people become great people. What exactly does that mean? A giant social media reach? A better physique? Freedom from financial cares? Not for Paul He sees greatness as so much deeper and so much higher than those simple metrics. Its about sovereignty, integrity and compassion that allows us to BECOME the best ve...

One of the ways I recognize true principles is when they show up over and over again in different ways. Today, we're talking about ways we open pathways: in the physical body we have several pathways, also referred to as detoxification pathways that we need to be open in order to reduce pain, inflammation and clear out toxins. We also need them to be open in order to receive nourishment. Well gues...

"The pain of being afraid of touching our pain is so much worse than actually getting our pain out and working through it" Bobbi Wynn is one of the kindest, wisest souls I've had the honor of learning from. She KNOWS the fear of touching those painful things and the power and peace that comes from walking through the other side. She teaches us how she learned to embrace and forgive her painful chi...