This week Kimberly Ross, Founder of ORA [https://oraspace.com/pages/about], joins us on the podcast to share the healing powers of acupuncture and ways we can realistically embed more wellness practices into our routines.

We discuss:

 * How Kimberly's health issues shaped the founding story of ORA
 * The science behind acupuncture/Eastern healing modalities
 * ORA's unique methodology
 * Practices that can ground us beyond acupuncture
 * Why 'wellness' can feel overwhelming...and how to approach these practices with realism
 * How Kimberly defines happiness & what brings her endorphins

EP #151: Kimberly Ross on Healing Through Acupuncture & Creating Sustainable Wellness Practices, Founder of ORA

This week is all about exploring how somatic practices can help us to feel more in tune with our bodies + minds. Soeuraya Wilso [https://www.instagram.com/rawbabysugar/?hl=en]n, instructor at The Class [https://www.theclass.com/nyc-studio], joins us on the podcast to discuss how movement can serve as medicine, the importance of developing an intuitve approach to fitness, and how music plays a deep role in the experience at The Class.

In this episode, we also discuss the essential role that community and belonging plays for our well-being, as well as the necessity of embracing difficult emotions for developing more joy in life.

You can receive 20% off any subscription tier of The Class Digital Studio [https://browse.theclass.digital/] with the code EE20 - make sure to sign up!

EP #150: The Class: Exploring Emotional Catharsis Through Mindful Movement with Soeuraya Wilson, Instructor at The Class

Karin Hadadan [https://www.instagram.com/icietnu/?hl=en], author and founder of ICIETNU, joins us this week to explore the power of self-inquiry, writing, and spirituality in reshaping our inner world. We dive into her journey of relearning to enjoy solo time, how her endometriosis diagnosis deepend her spiritual practice, and how writing became a powerful tool for processing emotions and self-discovery.

We also unpack how to rewire limiting beliefs, particularly the feeling of not being good enough, and how this subconscious narrative seeps into all areas of life.

Plus, we discuss why chasing external validation (the hedonic treadmill) keeps us stuck, how to develop greater self-worth, and simple practices to ground yourself in the present moment.

EP #149: Why Your Limiting Beliefs are Holding You Back & Ways to Develop Greater Self-Worth with Karin Hadadan, Author & Founder of ICIETNU 

One of the hardest things to do is have faith during uncertainty. The only constant in life is change - so how might we grapple with the things we cannot control and remain hopeful despite hard times?

Natalie Kuhn, founder of Make the Sun [https://youmakethesun.com/], joins us on the podcast this week to explore how the practice of 'looking within' is the ability to meet ourselves during uncomfortable moments, offer insights on how to remain positive in the face of adversity, and share why exercising self-acceptance can dismantle resistance in our lives, opening ourselves up to receive greater joy & endorphins.

EP #148: Finding Hope in Uncertainty & Practicing Self-Acceptance with Natalie Kuhn, Founder of Make the Sun 

This week, Dr. Rachel Goldman [https://www.instagram.com/drrachelnyc/?hl=en] explores how cognitive behavioral therapy helps us reframe our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors for cultivating greater joy in life. We dive into the neuroscience of manifestation, how our self-narrative shapes our reality, and why setting process-based goals leads to greater success. Dr. Rachel also shares her theory on the importance of building your ‘coping toolbox’ and why this strategy can help you take full control of your own happiness. Lastly – tune in to hear what brings Dr. Rachel endorphins!

EP #147: Building Your Coping Toolbox & Other CBT-Based Strategies for Flourishing with Dr. Rachel Goldman, Clinical Psychologist

Let's talk about sex, baby!

Getting spicy right in time for Valentines day...thrilled to have Dr. Juliana Hauser [https://www.instagram.com/drjulianahauser/?hl=en] on the show this week to talk about her very unique (and IMPORTANT) framework on 'holistic sexuality'

In this episode, Dr. Juliana shares what it means to understand sexuality from a holistic perspective, the different pillars that consitute this framework, how to tap into your sensuality, what it means to feel embodied from within, why learning to connect with yourself/self-pleasure is what will enable you to better connect with others, and why AGENCY is the key towards achieving a fulfilling sex life.

EP #146: Beyond the Bedroom: Embracing Holistic Sexuality with Dr. Juliana Hauser, Renowned Sex Therapist

This week I got to dive into the myths and misconceptions around microdosing with Paul Austin [https://www.paulaustin.co/], who is the founder of Third Wave [https://thethirdwave.co/?ref=266] and is a prominent psychedelics coach and entrepreneur.

In this episode, Paul shares:

 * How he developed an interest in psychedelics/microdosing
 * The basics of developing a microdosing protocol
 * Some of the largest misconceptions related to microdosing
 * Why Paul believes that microdosing can be used as a 'synergistic modality' for healing
 * The philosophical implications of microdosing on our spiritual & emotional health
 * The inspiration for Third Wave and work he does professionally as a psychedelic coach
 * How Paul defines happiness & what brings him endorphins!

EP #145: Microdosing as a Synergistic Modality: Expanding Consciousness, Creativity, and Facing the Ego with Paul Austin, Founder of Third Wave

Hear from Caro Claire Burke [https://www.instagram.com/caroclaireburke/?hl=en], former editor at Katie Couric Media and now full-time author, on how having a healthy dose of delusion landed her a book-turned-movie deal [https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/anne-hathaway-yesteryear-movie-cast-plot-trailer]on her latest upcoming novel, Yesteryear, set to be produced and starred by Anne Hathaway.

In this episode we discuss:

- Why Caro decided to leave KCM to pursue writing full-time

- How Caro taps into her own creativity

- The importance of addressing limiting beliefs to unlock your creative potential

- Why you need to stop taking criticism personally to succeed

- What it means to have a healthy dose of delusion

- The process of getting a book deal...then MOVIE deal for Yesteryear...and what it was like meeting Anne Hathaway!

- How Caro defines happiness & what brings her endorphins

EP #144: Having a Healthy Dose of Delusion & Other Tips for Creativity & Success with Caro Claire Burke, Author & Former Editor at Katie Couric Media

Kicking off 2025 with one of my favorite people EVER and who has greatly shaped my perspective on health, wellness, and how to navigate life's challenges with grace...

Introducing Ava Nouri [https://www.instagram.com/avanouriwellness/] - Registered Dietitian, Holistic Health Coach, and Host of The Loving Wellness [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/loving-wellness/id1521866831] podcast.

In this episode, Ava and I talk about how to navigate making new friends, keeping the old, learning to let go when a relationship no longer serves you, how to have the hard conversations, ways to be a better friend (to others & yourself) ...the list goes on.

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EP #143: The Art of Adult Friendships & Navigating Boundaries with Ava Nouri, MS, RD, Founder & Host of The Loving Wellness Podcast

The pleasures in life are meant to be savored...but how do we balance pure indulgence with making 'healthy' choices?

This week I had the chance to speak with Christy Goldsby, the founder of Honey Mama's [https://honeymamas.com/], a health-conscious refrigerated truffle bar brand, to discuss the joys in indulging in our sweet tooth in a healthier way.

Tune in to learn more about the founding story of the brand, how Christy's struggles with autoimmune disease inspired her to dive deeper into how food impacts our mood, ways that indulging our sweet tooth (with a healthier alternative) can spark joy, and how Christy finds her endorphins!

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EP #142: The Joy of Healthy Indulgence & The Founding Story of Honey Mama's with Christy Goldsby, Founder & Head of Innovation at Honey Mama's

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