I'm thrilled to have Lindsey Simick [https://www.instagram.com/lindseysimcik/?hl=en] join us on the podcast this week to discuss how your 20s is truly a period of immense possibility despite all the challenges that arise during this decade.

Lindsey is the co-host of the critically acclaimed self-help, wellness, and spirituality podcast Almost30 [https://almost30.com/episodes/]. In this episode, we dive deep into wisdom shared in her latest book Almost 30: A Definitive Guide to A Life You Love For the Next Decade and Beyond. [https://almost30.com/book]

We talk about ways to build inner trust, the importance of reframing failure, how to know when a relationship is out of alignment, why so much opportunity lies amidst the challenges presented in this decade, and how Lindsey's perspective on happiness has deepened as she's surpassed her 20s.

EP #154: Why Your 20s Is The Period of Possibility with Lindsey Simick, Co-Host of the Almost30 Podcast

This week Sarah Platt Finger [https://www.instagram.com/sarahplattfinger/?hl=en], Co-Founder of Ishta Yoga and Director of Chopra Yoga at IIN, explores how we can tap into our divinity by tapping out of the limitations of our minds.

Tune in to learn more about:

 * Sarah's background, travel experiences, and inspiration for co-founding Ishta Yoga
 * What it means to find a 'home' within yourself

 * Foundational wisdom in the practice of yoga + how to apply this into everyday living
 * How spiritual growth expands our consciousness

 * How tantra enables us to lean into our divine power
 * What it means to live beyond the sensory realm
 * How Sarah defines happiness + what brings her endorphins

EP #153: How to Move Beyond the Limitations of Your Mind & Cultivate Happiness Within Yourself with Sarah Platt Finger, Co-Founder of Ishta Yoga

The stress of working a corporate job sometimes makes it easy for us to lose sight of the joys in life...which is why it's so important to engage in creative acts and to not tie your identity so closely to your work.

This week Natalie Marshall (AKA - Corporate Natalie [https://www.corporatenatalie.com/]) joins us on the podcast to explore these concepts and share some of her best practices on straddling the corporate vs. creative.

We also discuss:

 * How to make work work for you & other 'job crafting' techniques
 * Lessons learned from Natalie's time at Deloitte as she transitioned into full-time entrepreneurship
 * How Natalie learned to separate her identity from her outputs
 * Why comparison is the ultimate trap...and why creating from a place of joy actually leads to greater success
 * How Natalie defines happiness & what brings her endorphins

EP #152: Corporate Natalie on Finding Your Identity Outside of Work & Pursuing Passions Beyond the 9-5

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

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