Wishing You Well with Maria Patrick

BONUS EPISODE! What if one simple mindset could transform your stress, your health, and your entire life? In this powerful episode of Wishing You Well Podcast , Health Coach Maria Patrick breaks down the elite mental toughness formula used by championship athletes: E + R = O (Event + Response = Outcome). Inspired by the championship mindset behind the UCLA Bruins women’s basketball team and their...

Are you a night owl who thrives after dark—but struggles in the morning? In this episode of Wishing You Well with Health Coach Maria Patrick , we explore the surprising and often overlooked health risks of staying up late. Research shows that chronic late-night habits can disrupt your circadian rhythm, increase cortisol levels, impair metabolism, contribute to weight gain, elevate blood sugar, aff...

Are carbs really the enemy - or just misunderstood? In this episode of the Wishing You Well podcast, Health Coach Maria Patrick explores the science behind carbohydrates, including how they affect energy, weight, metabolism and blood sugar. You will learn the difference between simple and complex carbs, why fiber matters and how to include healthy carbohydrates in a balanced diet. If you are confu...

Are seed oils really bad for you? Is olive oil still healthy? What’s the best oil for cooking at high heat? And how do cooking oils impact inflammation, hormones and heart health? In this episode of the Wishing You Well podcast, Health Coach Maria Patrick breaks down the truth about healthy vs. unhealthy oils so you can feel confident in your kitchen again and improve your health in a simple and e...

Boost your mobility, strength, and long-term joint health in this practical and empowering episode of the Wishing You Well podcast . Health Coach Maria Patrick explores the science-backed health benefits of the Farmer’s Squat - a natural human posture that supports hip mobility, ankle flexibility, balance, digestion and functional strength for everyday life. Learn why so many adults lose the abili...

High blood pressure affects nearly half of adults - and it is often called the “silent” condition because there are no obvious symptoms. In this episode of the Wishing You Well podcast, Health Coach Maria Patrick breaks down the best and worst foods for high blood pressure , inspired by guidance from AARP. You will learn how potassium-rich foods, berries, beets, yogurt, whole grains and healthy fa...

Struggling with falling asleep — or waking up at 3 a.m. for no clear reason? It may not just be what you’re eating, but when you’re eating it. In this episode of the Wishing You Well podcast, Health Coach Maria Patrick explores how meal timing, blood sugar balance, caffeine and alcohol can quietly impact your ability to get deep, restorative sleep. Learn simple, practical nutrition shifts that sup...

Today's topic: Small changes can lead to powerful results. In this episode of the Wishing You Well podcast, Health Coach Maria Patrick explores 10 simple, science-backed steps that can make a big difference in your heart health -  without overwhelming your schedule or overhauling your life. Inspired by expert guidance from Harvard Health, we will talk about easy habits like short daily walks,...

Are you struggling with poor sleep, low energy, brain fog, or burnout? In this episode of Wishing You Well , Health Coach Maria Patrick breaks down the powerful insights from The New York Times article “5 Sleep Habits to Steal from the Olympians” and explains how elite athletes competing in the Olympic Games optimize their sleep for peak performance — and how you can do the same. Olympians don’t t...

WISHING YOU WELL PODCAST 100th EPISODE!  What if this year asked you to be braver… louder… freer? In this episode of Wishing You Well , Qi Gong Instructor Maria Patrick explores the bold, passionate energy of the Year of the Fire Horse and shares five powerful wellness habits to help you align with its momentum — without burning out. The Fire Horse represents courage, movement, heart expression, a...

What if aging isn’t just something that happens to us — but something shaped by how we think, move, and engage with life? In this episode of Wishing You Well , Maria explores the groundbreaking study by Dr. Ellen Langer that showed how shifting mindset and identity can lead to surprising improvements in health, vitality and well-being. Discover how curiosity, movement and participation can help yo...

Is your breakfast actually working for you - or quietly working against you? In this episode of Wishing You Well , Health Coach Maria Patrick explores how your morning meal affects your energy, your digestion, your mood, your hormones and your focus. With warmth, curiosity and practical wisdom, you will learn the subtle signs that your current breakfast may not be supporting your body...and how to...

In a world that glorifies busyness, speed and constant productivity, what if some of the most powerful tools for health and longevity are the very things we’ve been taught to dismiss as "grandma hobbies” ? In this episode of Wishing You Well , we explore how gentle, time-honored activities like knitting, gardening, baking, sewing, journaling, puzzles, and slow walks can calm the nervous syste...

In this episode of Wishing You Well , we explore two simple, time-honored wellness practices: drinking boiled water and airing out your home — or as the Germans say, Lüften . Discover how warm water supports digestion, circulation and calm, while fresh air boosts immunity, mood and sleep. These gentle, easy, simple daily rituals remind us that sometimes the most powerful medicine is also the simpl...

In this episode of the Wishing You Well podcast , we explore why Vogue magazine has named 2026 “The Year of the Cabbage” and why this humble vegetable deserves a permanent place on your plate. From gut health and immune support to heart-healthy benefits, cabbage is a simple food that can have a powerful wellness impact in your life. You will hear some easy, delicious ways to enjoy cabbage every da...

Wishing You Well Podcast: "The 'Upside-Down' Food Pyramid - What It Means For You".  In this episode of Wishing You Well , we explore the idea of the brand new food pyramid recently released by the Health and Human Services Department.  The Department of Health and Human Services has recently released a new Food Pyramid. Many are calling it "the upside-down" food pyra...

PODCAST: "GEARING UP FOR A HEALTHY 2026" - This episode of the "Wishing You Well" Podcast will help and motivate you to more easily achieve your health and wellness goals in the new year. Tune in to hear Health Coach Maria Patrick's recommended 4-prong strategy that will make it simpler for you to improve your health this year. You will have a simple and concrete way to &q...

REBROADCAST - In tribute to the remarkable Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, we are revisiting this special episode from Season 1 of "Wishing You Well". Originally released two years ago, it marked the joyful moment when Sister Jean threw out the first pitch at an MLB game — at the age of 104! This past Thursday, Sister Jean passed away at the age of 106, just two weeks after officially retir...

Wishing You Well Podcast, Season 6, Episode 1 - "Live Long and Prosper". Today we get inspiration and lessons in longevity from William Shatner who is 94 years old and continues to live his best life. This podcast includes advice from the way William Shatner lives his life as well as a brief Qi Gong breathing meditation to help bring balance into your day. #longevity #williamshatner #liv...

PODCAST: What's Cooking? The Hidden Dangers of Gas Stovetops. We often think about WHAT we are cooking. But maybe it's time to think about HOW we are cooking too. Gas Stoves which have been ubiquitous for years are popular for their precise heat control, but they come with negative health effects, especially related to indoor air quality and long-term respiratory health. Tune in to hear...

GUIDED MEDITATION : Relax and unwind as you let yourself swim with the dragons . This is the perfect meditation to help release the heat and humidity of the summer. You are invited to bring in fluidity and connection with the dragon's flowing spirit. Embrace the flow as you mind, body and spirit relax and unwind. #meditation #guidedmeditation #swimmingdragon Reach out with questions or commen...

This week's wellness lesson and inspiration comes from three-time NBA Champion Dwyane Wade . Dwyane has an excellent personal philosophy for how to live your best life... prepare for everything as if you are an athlete . Watch the tapes, read the playbook, visualize your opponent, come ready and prepared! He showed off these skills recently when he co-hosted the 4th hour of NBC's The Tod...

SEASON 5 - "JUST IN TIME FOR SUMMER BBQ SEASON!" - You can host a delicious summer BBQ without tossing all of your health goals out the window! Tune in to hear my suggestions for what to cook on the grill and how to make the grill itself healthier. While charcoal adds flavor, the charring of the foods creates harmful chemicals. If your menu consists of hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, soda a...

This is a GUIDED MEDITATION for the WHITE CRANE ,  designed to help you embrace the flowing yang energy of Summer. The Meditation combines visualization, breath and movement cues that are commonly found in White Crane Qi Gong to help you embody the spirit and energy of the crane...strong, adaptable, joyful and balanced. #meditation #guidedmeditation #whitecrane #flowingenergy #relaxation #summerme...

This is a GUIDED MEDITATION for the BLUE DRAGON ,  inspired by internal alchemy, mythological symbolism and the flowing nature of the dragon's energy. The Meditation combines visualization, breath and movement cues that are commonly found in Blue Dragon Qi Gong. #meditation #guidedmeditation #bluedragon #flowingenergy #relaxation Reach out with questions or comments. Support the show Thanks f...