Wyoming on Wellness Podcast

Being able to view the menopausal shift as a bold emergence into a new era is absolutely possible—and this episode will tell you how.  Through insights from Health Strategist Alice Burron and menopause coach Esther Avant, find out how to “get on the same side” as your body—rather than feeling like you’re at war against it—and reframe your experience in this new stage of life.  Show notes:  Be the...

Stress likes to try and tell you it’s in charge. Today’s guest is here to give you the tools to push back… and to reclaim your emotional power in the process.  Listen in as national board-certified Health & Wellness Coach Sabryna Liddle guides you through breaking free of your stress response, the impact of taking a pause in moments of stress, and how to keep your emotions from getting in the...

Big news for the future of your Cigna wellness program… and the Wyoming on Wellness podcast!  Today, podcast host Alice Burron passes the torch to your new wellness program director, Adam Reiber. Guided by his experience with and expertise in behavior change, positive psychology, and resilience-building, Adam is excited to lead the way toward your biggest, boldest, and most strategic year of welln...

Consider this episode your personal pep talk to make informed decisions, reduce confusion, and feel empowered about your health plan—not just as a health plan member, but as someone in charge of their health journey. Joined by Karyn Williams, program manager for the State of Wyoming’s Employees Group Insurance (EGI) program, host and health strategist Alice Burron guides you through:  What goes on...

Really quick, before you hit “play”... scoot yourself back in your seat just a little.  Feel that difference in your low back? This episode is all about small adjustments, just like that one, that deliver big results! Today, you’ll meet Dr. Christynne Helfrich and Tom Howell from Hinge Health , who invite you to:  Experience the physical benefits of incorporating small bursts of activity throughou...

The way certain music makes us feel; the release that comes from writing (or typing) out our thoughts; the joy of dancing to a favorite song.  These are only some of the ways art—which includes music and writing, but also expands into all creative pursuits… including cooking!—has a positive effect on us.  Today, in a podcast first, Alice welcomes two guests—Health & Wellness Specialist Josh Ch...

Growing up, how often did you hear “sit still?” Now, as adults, we’re masters at doing exactly that—and, as we’ll hear from Early Learning Specialist Amy Reyes, we owe it to our brains and bodies to trade our chair for fresh air more often.  After listening to this episode, you’ll know: What inspired Amy to jump-start the “Get Wild Wyoming” initiative Why the positive effects of nature-based educa...

Every meal (including snacks) is an opportunity to make a positive, intentional choice about how you’re fueling your body.  Today’s guest, dietician Kierston Mills, shares her gentle, attuned approach to eating and nutrition, including: Why it’s helpful to think of eating as an “ongoing practice” How to notice and tune in to your personal “cues” to differentiate between hunger and other needs An e...

Think of this episode as a nice, deep breath for your brain—and a wonderful opportunity to check in with your mental health.  Guided by licensed professional counselor Jessica Schnell and our host (and health educator) Alice Burron, you’ll explore:  How pivotal life transitions affect and evolve your existing mental health needs  Why to seek a therapist’s support proactively vs. reactively What ha...

Financial fitness is a muscle that gets stronger with every workout—and, just like physical fitness, not one workout style or type fits all.  No matter where you are on your financial fitness journey, you’ll find inspiration for your next “workout” in today’s episode!  Listen in as Alice welcomes Matt Gill, fiduciary financial advisor and president of Decision 1 Financial, to share:  The benefits...

You’re about to hear some of our best tips for maximizing the outcome of your health and your future—and it all starts by getting to know your health and retirement benefits. (We promise it’s way more fun, and beneficial, than you think.) Listen in as State of Wyoming E-Learning Coordinator Matt Nagy—yes, the Matt Nagy of the “Subject Matter Minute” YouTube series !—joins Alice in the studio to sh...

What if… we saw each unique season as a new opportunity to explore a Wyoming state park or historic site ?  The trails you hike in the summer offer a whole new experience when you trek through them in the snow, and the sights you see around you are a beautiful reminder of nature’s ability to change… just like us.  Even in chillier months, the great Wyoming outdoors has plenty to offer—including a...

Like many of us, our host Alice feels like she could be getting more out of her doctor’s appointments—so she went straight to an expert to find out how. Together, Alice and family nurse practitioner Kris Martino outline a plan for you to maximize your appointment time, starting even before you leave the house. From tracking symptoms, to speaking up about your preferences, here’s what a real Wyomin...

To say we’ve never been so excited to set a goal or make a New Year’s resolution is an understatement. After hearing this conversation with Wyoming writer, fitness blogger, and higher education instructor Erin Nitschke, you’ll feel it, too—and you’ll have all the inspiration you need to build a goal or New Year’s resolution that encourages positive habits, supports the way you want to feel, and br...

As our host Alice and today’s guest see it: A wellness challenge is an opportunity to not only learn more about yourself, but also celebrate your ability to take initiative toward positive change. Today, Alice welcomes Mary Buskuhl—owner of Mary’s Fitness in Cheyenne—for an open, motivating, and perspective-changing discussion around wellness challenges. You’ll get inspiration for celebrating your...