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Every human being has their own unique smell – both literally and figuratively. This is Whitney Lauritsen’s takeaway from her recent visit to her psychologist, which inspired her to be transparent for this episode. She opens up on everything she wants to do and achieve this 2023 as she delves into the smell she gives off that either attracts or repels people. Whitney discusses the importance of se...

Personal growth may sound so fulfilling and such a great path to follow. However, there is a side to it that not many people realize or want to admit. From discomfort around taking responsibility to the victim mindset, there are “ugly” aspects of getting to empowerment. In this episode, Cassandra Powell shares the personal responsibility we have to fulfill, the biggest shift when it comes to conne...

Social media has us wrapped around the quick dopamine hits and pleasure rushes that, before we know it, we become addicted. Just a single scroll could lead to hours on the platform, affecting our day-to-day lives. Before we fall deep into this rabbit hole of digital pleasure rushes and forget living altogether, let us start taking a step back today. Anticipating the coming National Day of Unpluggi...

Cleaning up our space has a significant impact in our lives. In today’s episode, Whitney discusses the different therapeutic benefits of decluttering with Tracy McCubbin , CEO of dClutterfly . Tracy and Whitney dive deep into how people work through the clutter as a means to bring positivity to other areas of life. The two also tackle the stories we tell ourselves about our stuff and why we can't...

“My only resolution this year is to create interesting things from the slowest pace possible” ~ Heather Havrilesky . Everyone’s too busy, and everything is just too fast. This year, it is time to pace down and create your own stories of the time, age, and success. Whitney Lauritsen shows the value of slowing down to find connection and joy and why it is more important than stressing about the futu...

Nature has the ability to heal itself. Camping is one of the best ways to recharge your batteries and reconnect with the environment. Whitney Lauritsen discusses how to carefully explore outdoor spaces, find campsites, and the transformative aspects of outdoor activities with Rolland Tizuela. They also address the drawbacks of recreation by delving into the surprising factors that keep people from...

Social media has undoubtedly contributed to a culture of constantly needing to prove oneself, making it so easy for us to lose ourselves in the process of seeking that external validation. Do you struggle to focus? Has your attention been stolen for profit? Are you feeling conflicted about social media and its impact on mental health? Don’t miss out on this episode as Whitney Lauritsen answers the...

Do you have the desire to be more comfortable with yourself? Are you willing to start deliberately living your authentic life? In this episode, join go behind the scenes of Katie Krimitsos ’ journey as a podcaster and find out what gives her a leg up in the industry. Katie is the Creator of the Women's Meditation Network . Katie chats with Whitney Lauritsen about how she got into the healing space...

Join the Love Yourself First Conference and get 20% off your ticket: https://podcast.wellevatr.com/loveyourself As humans, we are continuously evolving. And in the process, we can’t ignore the many things that influence us into the person we are becoming. But that doesn’t mean we are helpless in that transformation. In fact, we have the power to decide how much of what is around us can shape us. T...

What does it really take to understand people, build relationships beyond allies, and welcome diversity through the lens of emotional intelligence? In this episode,  Josh Hotsenpiller  joins Whitney Lauritsen to share how he got enlightened with the power of grace when he became uncomfortable in his role as CEO. He talks about getting a deeper understanding of gender disparity, privilege...

Join the Love Yourself First Conference and get 20% off your ticket: https://podcast.wellevatr.com/loveyourself The end of the year is upon us, and this time, Whitney Lauritsen opens up about her personal thoughts on the topic by discussing some thought-provoking media. She shares quotes from a Tiktok containing commentary on how capitalism is bad for mental health and a book that acknowledges the...

It's the month of Christmas and love is in the air. If you’re navigating the holidays as a single person, now is the time to create new dating experiences and meet new people. Andif you've just been through a rough relationship, it's time to look back and reflect. Relationships are complicated, and they can cause some serious emotional trauma depending on how bad they are. That is why you don't wa...

Join the Love Yourself First Conference and get 20% off your ticket: https://podcast.wellevatr.com/loveyourself Almost everyone in the world is on social media. For all its serotonin boost and connectivity, it can also, at times, be draining. We see all this content online, and it has become challenging to find which ones are true, which ones to believe, and which to subscribe to. In this episode,...

If you are suffering from chronic diseases, taking Vitamin E or Annatto Tocotrienol may be a good answer to that. It was discovered by  Dr. Barrie Tan , and what he found was just amazing. Join Whitney Lauritsen as she talks to this brilliant man about Vitamin E's benefits for skin and brain health. Dr. Barrie's goal is to help people with chronic conditions, especially the elderly. He believ...

Join the Love Yourself First Conference and get 20% off your ticket: https://podcast.wellevatr.com/loveyourself Do you feel a sense of failure when your home gets messy and you don't have the energy to clean? Do you feel like a better person when your space is tidy? In this episode, Whitney examines shame, stigma, and judgment around care tasks. She references How to Keep House While Drowning by K...

Do you feel like you don't have access to what you dream about? That even with that desire and knowing what you want to be, you still don’t know where to go and start? Whitney Lauritsen invites over a guest who can help us clear these questions out. She sits down with Heidi Hazen , a Certified Master Hypnotist NGH, Self-Hypnosis Teacher, Reiki 1 & 2 Practitioner, and Human Design Reader. In th...

"Our media rarely shows people setting limits, asking for help, or devoting their lives to the things that make them feel happy and safe." – Author Devon Price   You don't need to force things for them to go your way. But knowing when to stop trying to force things is one of the most difficult skills to learn. In this episode, Whitney Lauritsen shares her personal experience of being too self...

 Do you feel like you’re so overbooked that taking time to breathe feels too much? Does life feel like one big to-do list? These may be the effects of the hustle culture we currently live in, and we just can’t help but feel the pressure and fall into “comparisonitis.” Diving deep into the various conversations surrounding mental health today, Whitney Lauritsen sits down w...

Whitney Lauritsen has been casually doing well-being coaching for years. She helps people out by tapping into her intuition and drawing lessons from her personal experiences. Even though she is doing this to serve others instead of earning a living, she decided to make it official. In this episode, Whitney shares the experience of getting proper training on emotional well-being coaching. She looks...

Join the Love Yourself First Conference and get 20% off your ticket: https://podcast.wellevatr.com/loveyourself How do our childhood experiences determine our results as adults? The answers may not be so obvious. In this 400th episode,  Odille Remmert , the co-author of  Change What Happened to You , highlights how we overcome generational suffering through memory editing. She breaks dow...

If you just got a traffic violation that you think you can contest, check out  Off The Record . That’s exactly what Whitney Lauritsen did when she fought back against getting her speeding ticket.   Tune in to find out why you should fight your ticket, how to get a ticket dismissed, and why you should hire a speeding ticket lawyer. Discover how speeding tickets affect your driving record,...

Join the Love Yourself First Conference and get 20% off your ticket: https://podcast.wellevatr.com/loveyourself The first step to effectively destigmatize depression is to understand it. Joining Whitney Lauritsen in this conversation to help us with this topic is Sarah Zabel . Sarah tells the story of how she took care of her body when she was experiencing SAD (seasonal affective disorder). She ta...

Road trips are their own kind of adventure. In today’s episode, join Whitney Lauritsen as she narrates her trip across the country. She gets into the details of her journey back from the East Coast to Los Angeles. From visiting family and friends to enjoying a magical night in a small town and encountering new people. Hear all about Whitney’s escapades from Maryland to California as she shares her...

Thanks to the plethora of free-to-use digital tools on the internet, starting your very own podcasting career these days has never been easier. But even with all of these at hand, many are still afraid to get their opinions out into the world for public consumption. Whitney Lauritsen chats with Lloyd George about lowering the barriers that hinder podcasters from freely expressing their thoughts an...

Emotions are hard to control. You can be in a really high state of awareness about yourself and still lose control of your emotions. You can be riding a horse in the most amazing view and still feel some negative emotions. It's hard to be anything other than those emotions at the moment. So how can you show up authentically to those emotions and not push them aside? Find out in today's episode. &n...