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Empowered Wellness Radio

by Jeannie Smith & Brana Mijatovic

On Empowered Wellness Radio, we're going to bring to you easy to do practices that will increase your vitality and decrease stress. Our mission is to introduce the concept of lifestyle as medicine, and we'll elaborate on this. We will also have guests who are doing amazing things in the health and wellness field right here in Hampton Roads. From nutritionists, to integrative medicine doctors, to fitness specialists, and even energy healers, so that you know where to turn when you need help.

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Episodes

  1. Let What Helps Count: Gratitude as an Agent of Healing

    Gratitude does not require us to deny what hurts, minimize what is difficult, or pretend that everything happens for a reason. It simply asks us to let what helps count, too. In this episode of Empowered Wellness Radio, Jeannie explores gratitude as a grounded, embodied practice—not forced...

  2. Be Where Your Hands Are-The Practical Power of Being Present

    It is easy to move through the day with your hands doing one thing while your mind is somewhere else entirely—replaying what happened, anticipating what comes next, or searching for something that was right in front of you all along. In this episode of Empowered Wellness Radio, Jeannie explores a...

  3. What Just Changed? Triggers, Fear, and Warning Signals

    In this episode, Jeannie explores what happens when something suddenly feels off — in our body, our emotions, or our surroundings. She breaks down the difference between triggers, fear, and genuine warning signals, and offers listeners a thoughtful way to become more aware without becoming...

  4. The Expectation Trap And How Appreciation Sets You Free

    In this episode of Empowered Wellness Radio, Jeannie explores the space between expectation, disappointment, and appreciation. She looks at how unmet expectations can create emotional suffering, and how shifting into appreciation can help us regain perspective, clarity, and peace. This episode...

  5. The Seed Within: What We Carry Forward

    A simple pepper seed becomes the starting point for a deeper look at dormancy, growth, protection, and change. In this episode of Empowered Wellness Radio, Jeannie explores how the right conditions can allow something that has been quiet to begin moving again, and how we can carry forward the...

  6. Your Inner Compass: The Patterns That Guide Us

    The patterns guiding our lives often operate beneath conscious awareness. This episode explores how thoughts, habits, and physical responses become familiar pathways—and how noticing them can help us make more intentional choices and create new possibilities.

  7. How to Feel Safe in Your Body — Earning the Right to Exhale

    What does it truly mean to feel safe in your body? Explore how the nervous system responds to stress, why relaxation cannot always be forced, and how awareness, support, and self-trust can create the conditions that finally allow you to exhale.

  8. The Power of Choice

    A grounded conversation about awareness, agency, and the small choices that shape how we respond to stress, discomfort, and change. Jeannie and her colleague explore how noticing our patterns can create room for a more deliberate response. Learn more about Jeannie's current work and schedule an...

  9. 101 Ways to Detoxify

    In this episode we discuss what you can do to detoxify, why is it important, how to do it and how you can maximize the effects of your existing detox protocol. Email Brana directly at [email protected]. Email Jeannie directly at [email protected] or you may write to Empowered...

  10. What is Functional Medicine? Our Guest Dr. Sinclair McCracken Explains

    Our guest Dr. Sinclair McCracken is a board certified Family Medicine Doctor and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, based in Newport News, VA. She discusses the current shift in modern medicine -- a long-overdue recognition of the importance of the holistic approach. You can find Dr....

  11. How Color Affects Us

    Color is all around us and we are often unaware of how it influences us on the subconscious level. In this episode we give you some tips on how to become more aware of its impact and how to use specific colors for enhancing your mood, changing your outlook or working through challenges. Email…

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  12. Synchronicity

    What is synchronicity and how can it help you in your daily life? We explore this fascinating concept and provide a few examples to inspire you to think about your experiences in a different light. The author of the quote mentioned at the beginning of the show is Melissa Alvarez. Email Brana...

  13. Dreaming for Wellness

    How can dreams help us live better? We discuss ways to remember your dreams, ways to learn the hidden meaning of your dreams, and ways to increase your sense of empowerment, creativity, and confidence. We also discuss the concept of Lucid Dreaming, how you can do it and why you'd want to do it....

  14. Spirit Animals

    In this episode we talk about the concept of spirit animals, the predominance of spirit animals in our daily lives, how to connect with them. and in what ways can you receive messages for empowerment and healing from them. We offer personal examples to inspire you to think of yours as well. Email...

  15. Break Bad Habits So They Don't Break You -- Ergonomic Tips

    Practical strategies to reduce physical strain and interrupt everyday habit patterns that contribute to tension and fatigue. Jeannie discusses how carrying personal belongings, holding your phone, positioning yourself in the car, and arranging your workspace can affect how your body feels. Learn...

  16. Teas for Wellness

    In today's episode we are talking about teas for wellness with the owner of Discover Teas, Mai-Anh Tran. We discuss teas for specific issues as well as best teas for the hot days of summer. Visit https://www.discoverteas.com/ for all the information mentioned on the show and more!

  17. The Best Morning Routines to Feel Energized and Uplifted

    A grounded conversation about how small daily choices and routines can influence energy, focus, and physical tension. From preparing the night before to making simple changes in how you begin your morning, Jeannie and her colleague explore practical ways to start the day with greater intention....

  18. Master Your Emotions: Being Triggered by Unprocessed Trauma

    A practical conversation about recognizing emotional triggers and developing steadier, moment-to-moment self-regulation. Jeannie and her colleague discuss how greater awareness can help us pause, understand our responses, and make more deliberate choices during emotionally charged moments. Learn...

  19. Crystals for Traveling

    The theme of our episode is how wearing specific crystals will help you maintain your energy during a long trip and quickly recover from jet lag so you can enjoy your time away. We discuss the best stones to use for airplane travel as well as the best stones if you are traveling by car. The...

  20. What Secrets Does Your Astrology Soul Blueprint Hold?

    In this episode we chat about the benefits of an astrology consultation, how it is different from what most people know about astrology, and how it can help you change your life for the better. We also wanted to talk about crystals but ran out of time, so more on crystals next time! To book a...

  21. Boosting the Immune System

    Today we'll talk about the types of foods, spices, and essential oils that boost the immune system. You will also learn about one easy practice that you can do daily, which is scientifically shown to minimize the occurrence of allergies and sinus infections. Make sure to do your own research on…

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  22. Meditation Mantras Malas Crystals

    You may discover that using malas and mantras makes it easier to focus your mind in meditation. The word "Mala" means a string of beads used in various traditions during meditation or prayer. The word "Mantra" is a word or group of words that has psychological and spiritual significance. Jeannie...

  23. A Few Things We Are Most Passionate About

    In this archived conversation, Jeannie and her former co-host interview each other about their professional backgrounds, the paths that shaped their work, and the ideas they were exploring when Empowered Wellness Radio began. The conversation offers an early look at the experiences that…

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  24. Meditation for Your Personality Type and Releasing Stress From The Body

    Stress Release Techniques Part 2 We continue talking about the ways to release stress mentally through meditation. There are different personality types that resonate with different types of meditation. They are related to the Fire, Water, Earth and Air elements. Which element are you? We can...

  25. How to Release Mental Stress through Guided Meditation

    How can we release accumulated stress from the mind and body from daily living with meditation and bodywork to live an empowered life? Our approach focuses on helping you to learn to release stress as it occurs rather than to "manage" stress, which implies that the stress is continually present....

  26. Empowered Wellness Radio Ep 1 - The Podcast Trailer!

    Find out everything you need to know about Empowered Wellness Radio! Email Brana directly at [email protected]. Email Jeannie directly at [email protected] or you may write to Empowered Wellness Radio at [email protected]

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

On Empowered Wellness Radio, we're going to bring to you easy to do practices that will increase your vitality and decrease stress. Our mission is to introduce the concept of lifestyle as medicine, and we'll elaborate on this. We will also have guests who are doing amazing things in the health and wellness field right here in Hampton Roads. From nutritionists, to integrative medicine doctors, to fitness specialists, and even energy healers, so that you know where to turn when you need help.

HOSTED BY

Jeannie Smith & Brana Mijatovic

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Empowered Wellness Radio have?

Empowered Wellness Radio currently has 26 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Empowered Wellness Radio about?

On Empowered Wellness Radio, we're going to bring to you easy to do practices that will increase your vitality and decrease stress. Our mission is to introduce the concept of lifestyle as medicine, and we'll elaborate on this. We will also have guests who are doing amazing things in the health and...

How often does Empowered Wellness Radio release new episodes?

Empowered Wellness Radio has 26 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts Empowered Wellness Radio?

Empowered Wellness Radio is created and hosted by Jeannie Smith & Brana Mijatovic.
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