Wellness In Every Season

Your skin is not separate from the rest of your health. Stress, sleep, hormones, nutrition, skincare products, haircare, laundry detergent, and the microorganisms living on your skin can all influence how it looks and feels.In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn speaks with Dr. Mireille “Mimi” Vega, a biotechnology PhD, cosmetic chemist, Skin-to-Soul Science Simplifier, and founder and CEO of VGAM Biome.Dr. Mimi explains the difference between the gut microbiome and the skin microbiome, how the skin’s natural ecosystem helps protect us, and why aggressive cleansing or complicated skincare routines may sometimes make acne, dryness, irritation, or sensitivity worse.Together, they discuss:- How the skin microbiome supports the skin barrier and local immune health- The connections between skin, stress, sleep, hormones, nutrition, and inflammation- Why acne, eczema, dermatitis, rosacea, and other changes may offer clues about what your body needs- How hair products, detergents, sunscreen, and other everyday products can affect your skin- Why cleansing too frequently may strip protective oils and disrupt the microbiome- The importance of hydration, oils, salts, pH, prebiotics, and postbiotics- Why skincare needs may change throughout the menstrual cycle, across seasons, and while traveling- How nutrition supports collagen production and healthy aging from within- Why Dr. Mimi prefers a simplified, adaptable approach instead of treating every skin concern with a separate productDr. Mimi also shares how her daughter’s skin struggles inspired her to question conventional skincare and develop a microbiome-based system that allows people to adjust the balance of hydration and oils according to what their skin needs each day.The goal is not to fight or control your skin. It is to understand its natural intelligence and create an environment where it can function well.Connect with Dr. Mireille VegaExplore her skincare philosophy and products at:toloveyourskin.comLearn more from Dr. Mimi at:drmimi.caInstagram: @dr.mimichemistryLinkedIn: Dr. Mireille Vega, PhDHer upcoming book, currently titled The Skin Solution Is You, will explore the connections between skincare, nutrition, lifestyle, and whole-body wellness.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if better sleep did not require a new mattress, expensive pillows, or a complete lifestyle overhaul?In this solo episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn shares practical ways to improve sleep by paying attention to your body, sleep position, bedroom environment, and evening habits.After continuing to experience neck and shoulder pain following a car accident, Autumn began experimenting with sleep alignment, pillow placement, and body support. She used photographs of her usual sleeping position and AI to help identify where her body may need more support—and found that simple adjustments using pillows and a rolled blanket improved her comfort.In this episode, you’ll learn:- How pain and body alignment may interrupt sleep- How to evaluate your sleeping position using photos- Ways to use AI as a starting point for pillow placement- How light, temperature, sound, screens, pets, and air quality may affect sleep- Why alcohol, meal timing, hydration, and exercise can influence rest- How menstrual cycles, perimenopause, stress, and pain may change your sleep needs- Why focusing too intensely on sleep can sometimes make it harder to fall asleepThe goal is not to create a perfect bedtime routine. It is to become curious about what helps your body feel safe, supported, and comfortable enough to rest.Choose one thing to adjust tonight, notice how you feel in the morning, and build from there.Resources Mentioned- Why We Sleep by Dr. Matthew Walker- EMDR and trauma-informed therapy- AI tools for reviewing sleep-position photographsConnect With Wellness in Every SeasonPodcast sponsorships: wellnessineveryseason.com/podcast/sponsorBecome a listener wellness guest: wellnessineveryseason.com/listenerwellnessguestImportant NoteAI feedback cannot diagnose pain, sleep disorders, injuries, or spinal conditions. Persistent pain, numbness, weakness, breathing interruptions, loud snoring, suspected sleep apnea, or ongoing sleep problems should be discussed with a qualified healthcare professional.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What happens when the determination that helped you build a successful career cannot guarantee the family you dreamed of creating?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn speaks with Dr. Marline C. Duroseau—fertility advocate and coach, author, TEDx speaker, leadership executive, resilience expert, and founder of MCD Business Enterprise. Drawing from her own infertility journey and doctoral research on women leaders navigating infertility, Dr. Mar explores the painful intersection of ambition, reproductive health, stress, grief, identity, and workplace expectations.Together, they discuss why telling women to “just relax” is rarely helpful, how fertility struggles can affect concentration and performance at work, and why many women feel forced to choose between career growth and family-building. Dr. Mar also shares how high-achieving women often continue performing at extraordinary levels while privately carrying medical appointments, pregnancy loss, hormonal changes, emotional exhaustion, and uncertainty.This conversation offers space to reconsider success, create a Plan B without viewing it as failure, listen more closely to your body and intuition, and separate your true desires from cultural, religious, workplace, and family expectations.Dr. Mar also discusses motherhood beyond pregnancy, asking for support, emotional regulation, workplace flexibility, and why women do not need to prove their strength by carrying everything alone.Connect with Dr. Mar at mcdbe.com, follow @mcdbe and @ladymarduro on Instagram, find her on LinkedIn and YouTube, and watch her TEDx talk, The Secret Battle Behind Powerful Women Leaders.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

Bone Loss Prevention Through Strength TrainingStrength training is not just about changing how your body looks—it is about protecting your ability to move, balance, recover, and live independently as you age.In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn explores bone-loss prevention, longevity, and why weight-bearing movement becomes increasingly important for women in midlife and beyond. She shares her own experience rebuilding strength after a car accident, navigating pain flare-ups, returning to exercise gradually, and learning how to listen to her body without giving up on long-term goals.This conversation also looks at the emotional side of exercise. Knowing that you “should” work out is not always enough. Autumn walks through the stages of change, common barriers to movement, all-or-nothing thinking, and practical ways to begin before conditions feel perfect.You will hear ideas for adding strength and bone-supporting movement through weightlifting, barre, yoga, body-weight exercises, walking, jumping, lunges, and other accessible options. Autumn also discusses lifting heavier while maintaining safe form, finding supportive gym environments, asking for help, adjusting workouts around pain or fatigue, and creating backup plans when life disrupts your routine.The goal is not perfection or pushing through pain. It is building sustainable habits that support posture, muscle mass, balance, bone strength, confidence, sleep, stress regulation, and long-term independence.Start with what you have, notice what your body needs, and take the next realistic step.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

Most adults do not talk about poop—unless they are talking about their children. Yet your bowel movements can provide valuable information about your digestion, hydration, gut health, nutrition, stress levels, and overall well-being.Are you pooping often enough? What does healthy poop actually look like? Is it normal to go only a few times a week? What can constipation, diarrhea, undigested food, changes in color, or difficulty going tell you about what may be happening inside your body?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn sits down with Katie Kirklin, a licensed registered nurse and certified functional nutritional counselor, to have an open, practical conversation about poop, digestion, and the many factors that influence gut health.Katie shares how her own experiences with digestive concerns, anxiety, disordered eating, and other health challenges led her from conventional nursing into functional nutrition. Together, Autumn and Katie explore why symptoms can be viewed as information from the body—and why improving health often involves looking beneath the surface rather than focusing on one symptom in isolation.In this episode, you’ll learn:- What healthy poop may look like, including frequency, color, consistency, and ease of passing- Why bowel movements can serve as a daily source of information about your health- Why being constipated may be common without necessarily being optimal- How hydration and electrolytes can affect digestion and bowel regularity- Signs that you may be drinking too much water without replacing enough electrolytes- How magnesium, fiber, and whole foods may support healthy bowel movements- The difference between naturally occurring fiber in whole foods and added fiber in processed foods- How eating a variety of colorful plant foods can support a diverse gut microbiome- Why chewing thoroughly may improve digestion and nutrient absorption- What it means to “chew your liquids and drink your solids”- How stress and the nervous system can contribute to constipation, urgency, or diarrhea- Why slowing down before meals may support the body’s “rest and digest” response- How sleep supports digestion, hormone processing, detoxification, and overall wellness- Why protein, healthy fat, and fiber can help create a more balanced breakfast- How to build a more blood-sugar-supportive smoothie- Why some people experience digestive discomfort after drinking whey protein- Simple ways to increase food variety without making meal planning more complicated- Why frozen fruits and vegetables can be nutritious, practical options- How small, consistent lifestyle changes can work together to support long-term healthKatie also shares her approach to creating balanced meals without relying on complicated recipes. Rather than preparing an entirely different meal every night, she keeps nourishing ingredients available—such as vegetables, proteins, whole grains, greens, beans, nuts, and seeds—and combines them into simple bowls and meals throughout the week.One of the biggest reminders from this conversation is that health rarely changes because of one “magic” food, supplement, or habit. Sleep, stress, hydration, nourishment, movement, digestion, relationships, and the nervous system are interconnected. Small changes may not feel dramatic on their own, but together they can create a healthier internal environment that better supports the body.Your symptoms are information. Your digestion is information. Even your poop can act like a free daily health report.You do not have to change everything at once. Choose one supportive habit from this episode, practice it consistently, pay attention to how your body responds, and build from there.Connect with Katie KirklinVisit Katie’s website to learn more about functional nutrition and one-on-one coaching:🌐 katiekirklin.comFollow Katie on Instagram:📱 @katiekirklinnutritionKatie can also be found on LinkedIn and Facebook.Important Health NoteChanges in bowel habits can have many causes. New, persistent, severe, or unexplained digestive symptoms—including blood in the stool, black or tarry stool, significant abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, persistent constipation, or ongoing diarrhea—should be discussed with a qualified healthcare professional.The information shared in this episode is intended for general education and wellness purposes and is not a substitute for individualized medical care, diagnosis, or treatment.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

Why does it suddenly feel like everything that used to work... doesn't?If you've entered your 40s or 50s and noticed weight gain, stubborn belly fat, poor sleep, brain fog, hot flashes, or low energy, you're not imagining it. Perimenopause and menopause bring significant hormonal changes that affect far more than your menstrual cycle—and many women are left trying the same dieting strategies that worked in their 20s and 30s with little success.In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn sits down with Debbie Harris, founder of the 30 to Life Solution, bestselling author, certified hypnotist, and health coach, to discuss why midlife weight loss is different and how women can shift from dieting to creating a healthier, more sustainable lifestyle.Together they explore practical strategies for supporting hormonal health, improving your relationship with food, and building habits that support long-term wellness rather than quick fixes.In this episode, you'll learn:- Why weight gain during perimenopause and menopause is so common- Why traditional dieting often becomes less effective after 40- The connection between stress, cortisol, sleep, and belly fat- How food sensitivities can change during midlife- Why improving sleep may be one of the most important health changes you can make- The role of hydration, added sugar, movement, and stress management- How to identify trigger foods and build a healthier relationship with eating- Why exercise recommendations may need to change during menopause- The importance of individualized nutrition instead of one-size-fits-all diet plans- Questions to ask your healthcare provider about menopause symptoms and treatment optionsWhether your goal is to release excess weight, improve your energy, sleep better, or simply feel more like yourself again, this episode offers practical ideas to help you navigate this stage of life with greater confidence.Connect with Debbie Harris🌐 Website: https://30tolife.org/📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbielee211/▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DebbieHarrisDietingSucks💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fordebbielee/📘 Facebook:- https://www.facebook.com/fordebbielee/- https://www.facebook.com/30tolifesolution/𝕏 X: https://x.com/DebbieLHarris🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@debbieharris4262Special OfferDebbie is offering listeners 50% off the first month of her Balanced Warrior Community Membership. Your first month is just $19 (regularly $39/month), giving you access to coaching, accountability, and support as you work toward better health, reduced menopause symptoms, and lasting peace with food.Resources Mentioned- Dieting Sucks for Women Over 40 – 30 to Life: The Ultimate Weight Loss and Hormone Balancing Formula- WOmenopause – Real Talk, Real Stories, Real Women- Learn more about the 30 to Life Solution at https://30tolife.orgFor more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

How do you know if the health information you're reading is actually trustworthy?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn welcomes back Dr. Theresa Lyons, scientist, researcher, and founder of Navigating AWEtism, for a practical conversation about one of the most important wellness skills you can develop: learning how to evaluate health research for yourself.After her daughter's autism diagnosis, Dr. Lyons discovered that the advice she received from professionals didn't always match what the scientific literature was showing. That experience changed the trajectory of her life and taught her how critical it is to distinguish between headlines, opinions, AI-generated summaries, and peer-reviewed research.Whether you're researching autism, nutrition, chronic illness, supplements, or any other health topic, this episode will help you become a more confident and informed consumer of medical information.In this conversation, you'll learn:- Why headlines and mainstream articles don't always reflect the latest science- How to recognize higher-quality health information- When to use PubMed, Google Scholar, and AI—and when not to- How to identify bias in both research and your own thinking- What clinical trial phases actually mean- Why study size, funding, and conflicts of interest matter- How to read a research paper without feeling overwhelmed- What systematic reviews and meta-analyses are—and why they're valuable- Why asking better questions often leads to better health decisions- How to partner with your healthcare providers while becoming a stronger advocate for yourself or your familyIf you've ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting wellness advice online, frustrated by changing health recommendations, or unsure which sources to trust, this episode offers a practical framework for researching with greater confidence and clarity.Connect with Dr. Theresa Lyons🌐 Work with Dr. Lyons: https://awetism.co/work-together🌐 Navigating AWEtism: https://navigatingawetism.com📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@navigatingawetism📱 Instagram: @navigating_awetismDr. Lyons translates complex scientific research into practical, understandable information, helping families make informed, evidence-based decisions while navigating autism and related health topics.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

Can joy be rediscovered—not by changing who you are, but by uncovering who you've always been?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn sits down with Professional Muse S. Stephon Brown, creator of Modern Musing, to explore a refreshing approach to personal growth for people who feel stuck, burned out, or like traditional self-development hasn't fully worked for them.Drawing from decades of improv, storytelling, behavioral observation, and self-reflection, Stephon shares how he developed a process that helped him rediscover joy, purpose, and authenticity after asking himself one life-changing question: "If I think I'm so smart, why aren't I happy?"Together, Autumn and Stephon dive into topics like:- Why many people lose touch with joy as they grow older- The difference between therapy, coaching, and Modern Musing- How entertainment, books, movies, and even favorite fictional characters reveal what you're longing for- Why people resist change—even when they desperately want it- The role of safety, curiosity, and nonjudgment in personal growth- How reconnecting with your inner child can help you reclaim purpose- Why healing happens one breakthrough at a time, not all at once- Practical ways to begin listening to yourself instead of the expectations placed on you by othersIf you've ever felt like you don't quite fit the mold, struggle to find your place, or know there's more joy available than you're currently experiencing, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what it means to truly understand yourself.Connect with S. Stephon Brown🌐 The Barstool Theories: https://thebarstooltheories.com📧 [email protected]📱 Instagram: @thebarstooltheoriesStephon also offers a complimentary 44-minute Musing Session through his website, where you'll experience his unique approach to uncovering what's keeping you from living with greater joy, clarity, and authenticity.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if travel is not just an escape, but a doorway back to yourself?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn sits down with Jennifer Corbeau, Inspired Living Coach and founder of Spiral Path Journeys, to explore how intentional and solo travel can become a deeply grounding spiritual practice. Jennifer shares how travel helped her reconnect with her body, intuition, confidence, and inner knowing during seasons when life felt heavy, disconnected, and unclear.Together, they talk about why unfamiliar places can help women hear themselves more clearly, how beauty and sacred spaces soften the nervous system, and why solo travel can build real-world self-trust faster than many people expect. This conversation also touches on motherhood, burnout, spiritual connection, sacred sites, retreat experiences, practical safety, and the courage it takes to choose time for yourself.Jennifer reminds listeners that the place you feel called to may also be calling you. Whether you are dreaming of solo travel, craving a retreat, or simply needing space to remember who you are beneath all your roles, this episode offers encouragement to listen inward and take the next aligned step.Listeners can connect with Jennifer at spiralpathjourneys.ai, email her at [email protected], find her on Facebook as TheJenniferCorbeau, Instagram at @jennifercorbeau, and LinkedIn as Jennifer Corbeau. Her solo travel safety tips are available here: https://spiral-path-journeys.myflodesk.com/solotravelsafetytipsFor more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if success isn't about working harder—but about building a life and business that actually supports your wellbeing?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn sits down with business coach and strategist Chanda Coston to explore the powerful connection between faith, ambition, alignment, and sustainable success. Together, they discuss why so many women find themselves exhausted while chasing goals, how burnout often stems from misalignment rather than lack of effort, and what it looks like to build a business that fits your life instead of consuming it.Drawing from her experiences as a U.S. Navy veteran, project manager, nonprofit founder, and coach, Chanda shares how personal loss, leadership, and life transitions reshaped her definition of success. She offers practical insights on setting boundaries, honoring capacity, finding supportive community, trusting the timing of your journey, and creating systems that allow both growth and rest.Whether you're an entrepreneur, professional, parent, or simply navigating a season of change, this conversation is a reminder that purpose, peace, and progress can coexist. You'll walk away encouraged to give yourself grace, embrace the season you're in, and move forward with intention.To learn more about Chanda and her work, visit chanda-co.com or connect with her on Instagram and Facebook at @chanda__co.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if hormone balance is not about forcing your body into line, but learning how to listen, support, and work with it?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter talks with Whitney Erwin, MSc, MEd, LMT, holistic health and Ayurvedic practitioner, clinical herbalist, and founder of Four Seasons Harmony, about balancing hormones naturally through herbal medicine and Ayurveda.Whitney shares her personal healing journey from Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and migraines into long-term remission, and how that experience led her into clinical herbal medicine, Ayurveda, and holistic women’s health. Together, Autumn and Whitney explore why healing often takes time, how stress affects the body, and why women’s health cannot be treated with a one-size-fits-all approach.This conversation dives into Ayurveda as the “science of life,” nervous system regulation, self-care, herbal support, hormonal health, thyroid wellness, burnout, emotional healing, and the importance of slowing down enough to actually hear what the body needs.Listeners can connect with Whitney at www.fourseasonsharmony.com and on Instagram at @whitney_fourseasonsharmony.Hormone Balance, Herbal Medicine, Ayurveda, Whitney Erwin, Four Seasons Harmony, Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, Thyroid Health, Women’s Health, Holistic Wellness, Clinical Herbalism, Nervous System Regulation, Stress Relief, Physical Wellness, Emotional Wellness, Spiritual Wellness, Wellness in Every SeasonFor more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if your body has been giving you warning signs long before a diagnosis ever appears?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter talks with Dr. Christina Paul, MD, founder of Extend Medical, about optimizing long-term health through functional, precision, and longevity medicine.Dr. Paul shares why lasting wellness is not about guessing, reacting, or chasing symptoms, but about using data to understand what the body is asking for. Together, Autumn and Dr. Paul explore the gaps in traditional sick-care models, the importance of prevention, nutrient deficiencies, sleep, stress, hormone health, gut health, blood sugar, and why “normal” lab ranges do not always mean optimal health.This conversation is a powerful reminder that fatigue, brain fog, bloating, mood changes, poor sleep, and stubborn health struggles are not things we should simply accept as normal. When we slow down enough to listen to the body’s signals and use the right testing, we can begin making small, sustainable changes that support energy, clarity, performance, and long-term vitality.Listeners can connect with Dr. Christina Paul on Instagram at @drchristinapaul or email [email protected] for a complimentary 20-minute discovery call.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

How do you teach mindfulness to children when you’re struggling to stay regulated yourself?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter sits down with parenting coach and author Mindy Green to explore practical ways parents can help children develop mindfulness, emotional awareness, resilience, and nervous system regulation.Drawing from both professional experience and personal parenting journeys, Autumn and Mindy discuss why mindfulness isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence. Together they explore how summer schedules, family routines, personality differences, sleep, connection, and self-care all play important roles in helping children and parents feel more regulated and connected.Mindy shares the inspiration behind her children’s books, Sammy’s Super Stretchy Shoelaces and Sammy’s Super Stretchy World Activity Book, which help children recognize emotions in their bodies, build emotional awareness, and develop healthy coping skills through engaging stories and activities.In this episode, you’ll learn:• What mindfulness looks like for children and families • Why nervous system regulation starts with parents • How personality differences impact family dynamics • Ways to create a summer by design instead of by default • The importance of routines, sleep, and structure during school breaks • How to balance connection, independence, and quiet time for children • Why repair matters more than perfection in parenting • Practical strategies for helping children recognize and process emotions • How self-care and mindfulness help parents show up more effectively for their familiesWhether you’re a parent, grandparent, educator, caregiver, or simply someone looking to better understand mindfulness and emotional regulation, this conversation offers practical tools and encouragement you can begin using right away.Connect with Mindy GreenWebsite: mindygreencoaching.comEmail: [email protected]: • Sammy’s Super Stretchy Shoelaces • Sammy’s Super Stretchy World Activity BookAbout Mindy GreenMindy Green is a parenting coach who specializes in helping parents create stronger relationships with their children through emotional awareness, nervous system regulation, and practical parenting strategies. Drawing from her experience as a school social worker, parent, grandparent, and coach, Mindy helps families build resilience, connection, and confidence while navigating the challenges of everyday life.If this episode resonated with you, please share it with a parent, teacher, caregiver, or friend who could use a little more mindfulness and calm in their life.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if grief and trauma are not the end of your story, but the place where healing begins?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter speaks with Marcia Earhart, founder of The Sterling Rose Sanctuary, trained educator, certified life, grief, trauma, brain, and mental health first responder coach, mediator, HeartSync minister, author, and speaker.Marcia shares her deeply personal journey after the loss of her oldest son in 2014 and the murder of her second oldest son in 2019. Through these unimaginable losses, she found a calling to help others move through grief and trauma with hope, faith, and intentional healing.Together, Autumn and Marcia explore the difference between grief and trauma, how the body carries pain, why perspective shapes the healing journey, and how people can begin to release what has kept them stuck. This conversation gently reminds listeners that healing does not mean forgetting. It means learning how to live, breathe, connect, and experience joy again.Listeners can connect with Marcia at www.thesterlingrosesanctuary.us, on Instagram @thesterlingrosesanctuary, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Her book, Gripping Grace in the Garden of Grief, is also available for those seeking a companion through grief and trauma.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if healing is not only about medicine, but also about place, connection, nature, and feeling truly cared for?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter speaks with Barry Shimelfarb, founder of Carmel Retreats and steward of Cuddle Doon, about the power of retreats for healing, wellness, renewal, and relationship connection.Barry shares his deeply personal journey as a single dad raising twin boys when he was diagnosed with advanced cancer in 2019. Through multiple surgeries, radiation, physical exhaustion, and uncertainty, he found refuge at his historic Carmel cottage, where the ocean, gardens, redwoods, spiritual reflection, and community helped him move from surviving to thriving.Together, Autumn and Barry explore why retreats can be so powerful, especially during seasons of illness, grief, burnout, disconnection, or transition. They discuss the healing role of nature, meditation, prayer, visualization, creativity, social connection, romance, and intentional time away from the noise of daily life.Barry also shares how Carmel Retreats offers private boutique retreats for one to two people, along with local wellness partners for yoga, spiritual hikes, spa experiences, nature connection, and meaningful restoration. Through Postcards for Healing, guests can nominate someone navigating illness, trauma, or hardship for a gifted healing stay.Listeners can connect with Barry at www.carmelretreats.com, learn about Postcards for Healing at www.carmelretreats.com/postcards, and follow Carmel Retreats on Instagram @Carmel.Retreats and Facebook.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

Can plant-based nutrition actually help you live longer, feel better, and reduce inflammation — without becoming fully vegan or vegetarian?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter sits down with Melanie Murphy Richter, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and recipient of the 2023 Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year award from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, to talk about the real science behind plant-based nutrition, gut health, inflammation, and longevity.Melanie shares her own personal healing journey from years of severe IBS and chronic inflammation to rebuilding her health through nutrition, mindful eating, and lifestyle changes. Together, Autumn and Melanie unpack the difference between processed carbohydrates and nourishing complex carbohydrates, why fiber and plant diversity matter for gut health, how stress and trauma impact digestion, and why food truly can become medicine when we learn to work with our bodies instead of against them.This conversation also explores emotional eating, mindful eating, postpartum nutrition, protein myths, longevity science, sleep, inflammation, and practical ways to begin making healthier food choices without overwhelm. Whether you are curious about plant-based eating, trying to heal your gut, improve your energy, reduce inflammation, or simply build a more sustainable relationship with food, this episode offers realistic and encouraging guidance grounded in both science and lived experience.Listeners can connect with Melanie at:Melanie Murphy Richter WebsiteInstagram @healthnmellnessTikTok @healthnmellnessLinkedIn ProfileFor more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if the life you want is built less by giant transformations and more by the small choices you make right now?In this solo episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter explores the power of the present moment and how tiny shifts in behavior can completely change the trajectory of your wellness, nervous system, habits, and future self.Using the Stages of Change model as a framework, Autumn breaks down why people often feel stuck in cycles of avoidance, procrastination, burnout, or self-sabotage—and why motivation alone is not enough to create lasting change. She dives into neuroplasticity, nervous system regulation, chronic stress, trauma responses, habit formation, emotional resilience, and the science behind why repeated behaviors become easier over time.This episode also explores the hidden physical cost of chronic stress, including inflammation, sleep disruption, immune dysfunction, emotional dysregulation, memory challenges, and burnout. Autumn encourages listeners to stop waiting for the “perfect time” to begin caring for themselves and instead focus on simple, sustainable shifts that build long-term wellness over time.Listeners are invited to reflect on the habits, routines, boundaries, and patterns they have been avoiding, while learning how small actions—like walking, hydrating, reducing screen time, improving sleep routines, practicing nervous system regulation, or spending time outside—can create powerful momentum toward healing and self-trust.This episode is a reminder that wellness is not built in dramatic overhauls. It is built in the quiet moments where you choose yourself again and again.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if feeling stuck isn’t a failure… but a signal that something deeper is ready to heal?In this episode, Autumn sits down with Stacy Goldstein, an occupational therapist turned coach, to explore what it really means to heal through mindset—especially when you feel like you’ve tried everything and nothing is working. Together, they unpack the emotional, physical, and mental layers of being “stuck,” and why so many people—especially moms—find themselves overwhelmed, disconnected, and running on autopilot.Stacy shares her powerful journey through motherhood, a cancer diagnosis, and the breaking point that forced her to rethink everything she believed about success, identity, and healing. Through a blend of neuroscience, subconscious work, and faith, she explains how true transformation happens—not by pushing harder, but by rewiring the patterns running beneath the surface.This conversation dives into limiting beliefs, nervous system regulation, the subconscious mind, and the often-overlooked connection between science and spirituality. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the “right” things but still not moving forward, this episode will help you understand why—and what to do next.To connect with Stacy, join her Renewed Mom Community on Facebook, listen to the Golden Spark Podcast on platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts, or follow her on Instagram at @stacy_simplified for ongoing support and resources.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What happens when wellness tracking starts making you feel less well?In this solo episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter explores the question so many people quietly wrestle with: are our wellness metrics actually aligned with human wellness, or are they pushing us toward guilt, comparison, and exhaustion?After walking nearly five miles and still being told by her Apple Watch that it “wasn’t enough,” Autumn began questioning smart watches, movement goals, recovery scores, step counts, calories burned, sleep tracking, and the pressure to constantly optimize. She shares how default settings on Apple Watch, Fitbit, Garmin, Samsung, Oura, Whoop, smartphones, and other devices may not reflect real human needs, especially for people navigating stress, burnout, hormonal shifts, chronic illness, disability, neurodivergence, caregiving, postpartum recovery, or pain.This episode unpacks how wellness technology can be helpful when personalized, but harmful when it becomes another voice saying we are failing. Autumn explains how to think about movement goals, exercise minutes, stand reminders, steps, heart rate, HRV, sleep tracking, readiness scores, and notification settings in a more compassionate and sustainable way.Listeners are invited to use their devices as tools—not scoreboards—and to reconnect with the body’s wisdom beneath the numbers.Get the worksheet here: https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/ebfb2d7621For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What happens when your body suddenly stops feeling like your own — and no one can explain why?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter sits down with Ethan Pompeo, PANDAS survivor and founder of Green Valley Nutrition, to talk about transforming health through simple, holistic lifestyle changes that support true healing.Ethan shares his deeply personal journey from being a healthy 13-year-old athlete to developing debilitating neurological symptoms connected to PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated with Streptococcal Infections). After years of misdiagnosis, medications, anxiety, tics, OCD behaviors, and frustration, Ethan began searching for answers beyond conventional treatment.Together, Autumn and Ethan explore inflammation, nervous system health, the mind-body connection, holistic healing, CBD, lifestyle shifts, exercise, nutrition, stress reduction, and the importance of staying curious instead of giving up. This conversation is a powerful reminder that healing is rarely about one “magic fix.” Often, it’s about building supportive habits, finding the right tools, and creating a life that allows your body and mind to begin recovering.Ethan also shares how his struggles eventually led him to create Green Valley Nutrition, where he now helps others explore practical wellness tools and alternative approaches to health.You can connect with Ethan Pompeo on Instagram at @ethan_pandas, Facebook, and YouTube, or learn more through Green Valley Nutrition.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if your goals are not meant to be a final destination, but a trail marker helping you find your direction?In this solo episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter explores how goals can guide us without trapping us. By the middle of the year, many people feel discouraged because their goals have shifted, stalled, or fallen off completely. But instead of seeing that as failure, Autumn invites listeners to view goals as part of a living, breathing journey.This episode breaks down how SMART goals can be useful while still leaving room for growth, recalibration, and real life. Autumn shares personal reflections from her own education, wellness journey, and healing after a car accident, reminding listeners that goals should support the life they actually want—not just check off a box society told them to chase.Through the lens of the eight dimensions of wellness, Autumn encourages listeners to ask whether their goals still align emotionally, physically, spiritually, socially, financially, intellectually, environmentally, and professionally. This episode is a grounding reminder that progress is not always straight, success does not have to happen on someone else’s timeline, and sometimes the trail changes because you are finally listening to yourself.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if the success you’re chasing was never actually yours?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter talks with Saahil Mehta, Success Coach, Author, Speaker, Business Owner, TEDx speaker, and passionate mountaineer, about redefining success from the inside out.Saahil shares how his life looked successful on the outside—business growth, financial success, travel, and achievement—while internally he felt disconnected, depleted, and unfulfilled. After a near-fatal car accident caused by exhaustion, he began questioning the version of success he had inherited and started building a life rooted in peace, health, relationships, and purpose.Together, Autumn and Saahil explore people-pleasing, boundaries, sleep, energy, emotional honesty, and the powerful question: When you say yes to one thing, what are you saying no to? Saahil also introduces his “seven summits” framework, helping listeners identify what truly matters and build a personal success map that supports sustainable growth without regret.Listeners can connect with Saahil at www.saahilmehta.com, find his complimentary Success Audit at www.saahilmethod.com/success-audit, and follow him on LinkedIn @SaahilMehta and Instagram @saahilmehtaofficial.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if slowing down is actually the path to doing more meaningful work?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter talks with Bernie Youngblood, serial entrepreneur and founder of ThinkPartners, about what it means to integrate wellness into corporate and nonprofit cultures. Together, they explore how purpose, social connection, spiritual wellness, and intentional leadership all shape the way we show up in work, family, and community.Bernie shares his perspective on releasing beauty into the world, helping people unlock their gifts, and building organizations that do more than chase profit. The conversation also dives into AI, social media, education, parenting, burnout, the 40-hour workweek, and why slowing down may be one of the most powerful tools we have in a fast-moving world.This episode is a thoughtful reminder that wellness is not just personal. It is cultural, relational, professional, and deeply human. Whether you lead a business, work in a nonprofit, parent children, or are simply trying to live with more purpose, this conversation invites you to pause, reflect, and ask what truly deserves your attention.You can connect with Bernie Youngblood on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube, and Linktree by searching Bernie Youngblood or visiting his links through linktr.ee/bernieyoungblood.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

Betrayal can feel like it shatters everything you thought was true, but what if it could also become the doorway to deeper healing, identity, and peace? In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Lora Cheadle of Life Choreography Coaching & Advocacy to talk about the spiritual gifts of betrayal and what holistic betrayal recovery really looks like.Lora shares her journey from attorney to wellness practitioner, and how her own devastating experience with betrayal led her into profound healing work that now helps other women reclaim themselves. We explore the connection between somatic attachment therapy, mind-body-spirit healing, integrated energy therapy, and the nervous system, along with why betrayal recovery is about so much more than just fixing a relationship. This episode digs into identity, self-trust, trauma, shame, self-betrayal, and the possibility of rebuilding from a place of wisdom rather than fear.We also talk about how to support yourself when you feel triggered, what not to do in the aftermath of betrayal, how unhealed wounds can ripple through generations, and why healing can lead to deeper freedom, stronger boundaries, and even more meaningful relationships with yourself and others.To connect with Lora, visit loracheadle.com, follow her on social media at @loracheadle, grab her free guide at BetrayalRecoveryGuide.com, or sign up for her monthly channeled updates at CoffeeWithTheLibrarians.com.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

When life falls apart, how do you begin again? In this deeply moving episode, Autumn sits down with Vickie Menendez, a self-described Soul Midwife, to talk about what it means to rebuild your life when everything has changed.Vickie shares how her lived experience with profound grief, including the loss of four children at different stages of life, shaped the work she now offers others through self-care, breathwork, ritual, energy work, and nervous system support. Together, Autumn and Vickie explore what it looks like to reconnect with your true self, move through transition with more grace, and listen to the wisdom your body has been trying to share all along.They also talk about shadow work, intuition, emotional healing, childhood patterns, and why self-care is so much deeper than surface-level habits. This conversation is especially powerful for anyone walking through grief, identity shifts, burnout, or a season where life no longer looks the way it once did.To learn more about Vickie’s work, books, workshops, and offerings like The Chrysalis Code, visit www.vickiemenendez.com. You can also connect with her on Instagram at @vickiemenendez and on Facebook through Learning to Live Again.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if living to 100 wasn’t about luck—but about how you live today?In this episode, Autumn Carter explores the powerful lessons behind the world’s Blue Zones—regions where people don’t just live longer, they live better. We’re talking about vibrant, active, purpose-filled lives well into their 90s and beyond. But instead of overwhelming you with rigid rules, this episode invites you into something more sustainable: curiosity, awareness, and small, meaningful shifts.You’ll walk through the core habits these communities share—from natural daily movement and a strong sense of purpose (ikigai), to stress-reducing rituals, plant-forward eating, and deeply rooted social connections. Autumn breaks down what actually matters, what might be overhyped, and how to realistically apply these insights to your own life—without guilt or perfection.This episode also connects Blue Zone principles to the 8 dimensions of wellness, helping you see how one positive change can ripple into multiple areas of your life. You’ll be encouraged to reflect on your current lifestyle, your environment, your relationships, and your future—especially how you want to age and what kind of life you want to be living decades from now.If you’ve been feeling stuck, disconnected, or just not fully alive in your day-to-day… this is your nudge. Not to overhaul everything overnight—but to begin.If you’re feeling stuck on your purpose or unsure where to start, Autumn invites you to connect and explore that together.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if the beliefs holding you back are not facts at all—but simply old brain patterns that can be changed?In Episode 204 of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter sits down with Adele Spraggon—award-winning author, thought leader, and expert in neuroplasticity, mindset, and transformation—to explore how negative beliefs are formed and, more importantly, how they can be undone. Together, they unpack why so many people stay stuck in thoughts like “I’m not good enough,” even after years of personal development, therapy, or trying to push harder.Adele shares her powerful perspective that limiting beliefs are not proof that something is wrong with you. They are patterns in the brain. This conversation dives into how those patterns show up through physical sensation, emotion, and thought, why overanalyzing them can keep them alive, and how re-patterning the brain can open the door to real freedom and lasting change. Autumn also connects the conversation to parenting, coaching, trauma recovery, and the importance of speaking to ourselves with more compassion.This episode is a deep but hopeful reminder that you are not broken, and you do not have to stay trapped in old mental loops. If you are ready to stop fighting yourself and start building new pathways forward, this one is worth a listen.Connect with Adele at shift4steps.com and adelespraggon.com, and follow her on Instagram @adelespraggon, LinkedIn, X, and Facebook for more on transformation and re-patterning.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

Burnout is everywhere right now—and if you’ve been feeling foggy, drained, or like you’ve lost your sparkle, this Episode 200 conversation will feel like someone finally handed you a flashlight and a map.In this milestone episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn sits down with Deborah Mallow (aka “your ray of sunshine”)—a lifelong New Yorker, motivational speaker, and positive energy coach who helps people have fewer days that suck without forcing fake positivity. Deborah shares her lived experience of burnout from high-performance pressure (including her journey to becoming a #1 biotech pharmaceutical sales rep), the moment she hit her breaking point, and the small, consistent shifts that helped her reclaim joy, calm, and self-trust over time.Together, Autumn and Deborah unpack what burnout can look like across different lived realities—including ADHD, autism, medical professions, and workaholic culture—plus how to spot your early warning signs before you crash. You’ll also hear practical ways to “flip the script,” protect your energy, build micro-moments of happiness into real life, and create positive patterns that actually stick.Deborah has a free gift for listeners: visit thedailydecisions.com/inspire to join her Positive Energy Club, get her upbeat newsletter, and download complimentary worksheets on Happiness, Motivation, and Feel-Good Activities. You can also find her book “6 Steps To Fewer Days That Suck” on Amazon, and follow her on Instagram at @daily.decisions and LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/deborah-mallow-12905a69.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if networking is not just about business cards and job leads—but about building the kind of relationships that protect your peace, strengthen your family, and help you thrive?In Episode 202 of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter sits down with George Dubec, also known as The Ultimate Networker, for a conversation about social wellness, connection, and why strong relationships matter more than ever. George shares insights from decades of experience in business, public speaking, writing, and community building, including how he and his wife once ran one of the largest singles networks in South Florida.Together, they explore how social networking shapes everything from dating and marriage to parenting, job opportunities, and long-term emotional well-being. This episode digs into the real-life effects of disconnection, isolation, divorce, and fractured support systems, while also offering practical ways to reconnect—through intentional relationships, family communication, community support, and building a strong personal network. George also shares thoughtful strategies for dating through your social circles, growing a meaningful database of contacts, and approaching networking in a way that feels genuine, helpful, and human.If you have been craving stronger support, deeper connection, or a healthier way to think about relationships in both life and business, this episode will give you plenty to reflect on. You can learn more about George’s work at theultimatenetworker.com and connect with him on LinkedIn.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if low magnesium is only part of the story—and the real issue is everything your body has been carrying for too long?In Episode 201 of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter unpacks the connection between magnesium deficiency, chronic stress, burnout, and the deeper patterns that can leave you feeling exhausted, anxious, foggy, twitchy, and completely out of sync. This episode explores why magnesium gets so much attention, what low magnesium can actually feel like in the body, and why supplements alone may not solve the bigger picture.Autumn breaks down common symptoms like muscle tension, poor sleep, heart palpitations, constipation, and feeling “wired but tired,” while also widening the lens to include nervous system dysregulation, blood sugar instability, hormonal shifts, inflammation, and emotional overload. She also shares practical support strategies, including magnesium-rich foods, meals that support a stressed-out body, Epsom salt baths and foot soaks, and simple ways to reduce stress at the root instead of only managing symptoms on the surface.This episode is a grounded reminder that your body is not broken. It is communicating. If you have been trying to “fix” yourself with one solution while your whole system is crying out for nourishment, rest, rhythm, and recovery, this conversation will help you slow down and listen differently.To learn more about Autumn’s coaching and wellness support, visit wellnessineveryseason.com and connect with her on Instagram.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What happens when grief cracks life wide open and leads you toward a completely different kind of healing?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn sits down with Tracy Searight—educator, yoga teacher, Reiki Master, business owner, author, and podcaster—to explore Reiki, yoga, energy work, and the many ways healing can unfold. Tracy shares the deeply personal story behind Feather Sister, how the loss of her sister shaped her path, and how that grief eventually led her into Reiki as a tool for stress relief, self-regulation, and spiritual connection.Together, Autumn and Tracy unpack what Reiki actually is, clear up common misconceptions, and talk about how energy healing can work alongside other supportive practices like yoga, massage, acupuncture, sound healing, and breathwork. They also dive into the importance of intention, the value of trying different healing tools, and why wellness is rarely one-size-fits-all. From Beep Beep The Yoga Jeep to laughter yoga, animal Reiki, and finding the right practice for your season of life, this conversation is full of warmth, curiosity, and practical insight.You can connect with Tracy and explore her work at readysetreiki.com and feathersister.com, and follow her on Instagram at @tracysearight.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

Feeling constantly exhausted—but being told everything looks “normal”? This episode helps you finally make sense of that disconnect.In Episode 199 of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter unpacks the often-confused conversation around adrenal fatigue and burnout—what they mean, why one is medically recognized and the other isn’t, and why your experience is still valid no matter what label is used. You’ll learn how chronic stress impacts your body through the HPA axis, why your system can feel completely off even when labs come back “fine,” and how burnout goes far beyond just feeling tired.This episode dives into the real root of what’s happening: stress system dysregulation. Autumn walks you through common signs your body is overwhelmed—from brain fog and poor sleep to feeling “wired and tired”—and helps you connect the dots between your daily habits, emotional load, and energy levels. She also reframes healing in a powerful way, shifting from “What’s wrong with me?” to “What does my body need?”You’ll walk away with practical, supportive steps to begin restoring your rhythm—like improving sleep consistency, regulating your nervous system, reducing invisible load, and honoring your limits—plus reflective coaching questions to help you tune back into your body.If you’re ready to stop pushing through exhaustion and start rebuilding your energy with intention, this episode is for you. Learn more and explore coaching at wellnessineveryseason.com, and connect with Autumn on Instagram @wellnessineveryseason.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if everything you’ve been told about autism being lifelong isn’t the full story?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter sits down with Dr. Theresa Lyons, scientist, autism researcher, and founder of Navigating AWEtism, for a deeply insightful conversation about the science, misunderstandings, and possibilities surrounding autism. After earning her PhD in computational chemistry from Yale, Dr. Lyons spent years working in research before her daughter’s autism diagnosis changed the direction of her life.Overwhelmed by conflicting information and unsupported opinions, she turned to what she knew best—scientific research and data analysis. What she discovered reshaped her understanding of autism entirely. In this conversation, Dr. Lyons explains emerging research on non-persistent autism, discusses the role of underlying health issues such as sleep disruption, gut health, and nutrient deficiencies, and shares why many challenges often attributed to autism may actually stem from treatable medical conditions.Autumn and Dr. Lyons also explore the emotional and physical toll on families navigating autism, the importance of self-care for parents, and why presuming competence in children with autism can dramatically shift how they grow and learn. Together they unpack masking, nervous system regulation, and how creating space for healing can allow children to thrive in ways many families never realized were possible.This episode is both hopeful and empowering for parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone wanting a deeper understanding of autism beyond common misconceptions.You can learn more about Dr. Lyons’ work and access science-based resources for families through Navigating AWEtism at navigatingawetism.com, follow her on Instagram @navigating_awetism, or explore her educational content on YouTube.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

When creativity starts to feel heavy instead of life-giving, it may be time to pause, reset, and rebuild from the inside out. In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn sits down with Jenny Leigh Hodgins—Creative Empowerment Coach, author, poet, pianist, composer, and podcaster—to talk about what it really looks like to move through creative blocks, burnout, and misalignment without losing yourself in the process.Together, they explore how burnout can show up when our energy, values, and daily lives stop lining up, and why sustainable creativity requires more than pushing harder. Jenny shares her RESET framework, practical ways to set mindful boundaries, the importance of white space and mini breaks, and how rest can actually support both productivity and creative flow. The conversation also dives into perfectionism, self-trust, neurodivergent hyperfocus, caregiving, and the healing power of reconnecting with what genuinely nurtures you.If you’ve been feeling drained, creatively stuck, or like you’ve been pressing the gas with the parking brake still on, this episode offers a grounded and compassionate way forward.To connect with Jenny and explore her books, podcast, coaching, and free resources, visit YourCreativeChord.com. You can also find her on social media at @yourcreativechord on Instagram, @yourcreativechord and @jennyleighhodgins on Facebook, and @jennyleighhodgins on LinkedIn.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if the wake-up call you’ve been avoiding is actually pointing you toward the life you were meant to live?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter sits down with Erica Carrico, an award-winning life purpose and business coach and founder of Soul Business Collective. After a life-altering kidney cancer diagnosis, Erica was forced to confront the truth that the life she had built—a corporate career, marriage, and lifestyle—was deeply out of alignment with who she truly was. Instead of ignoring that realization, she chose to rebuild her life from the ground up.Together, Autumn and Erica explore how major life disruptions—like cancer, divorce, burnout, or emotional exhaustion—can become powerful catalysts for discovering deeper purpose. They discuss the importance of slowing down, recognizing the friction in our lives, and learning to listen to what our bodies and intuition have been trying to tell us all along. Erica also shares how purpose isn’t a single destination but something that evolves as we grow, heal, and reconnect with our authentic selves.Throughout the conversation, Erica introduces the three powerful questions that help people begin uncovering their life purpose: what you love, what you’re naturally gifted at, and how those two things can create value in the world. She also shares insights from her book Awaken Your Purpose, which guides readers through the healing, reflection, and clarity needed to begin living a purpose-driven life.You can learn more about Erica’s work and connect with her through her website ericacarrico.com, follow her on Instagram @ericalynncarrico, or find her book Awaken Your Purpose on Amazon, Audible, Kindle, and Apple Books.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

Episode 195: Listening to Anxiety — What Your Body Is Trying to Tell YouWhat if anxiety isn’t something to silence, but a signal your body is asking you to listen to?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter explores a powerful shift in perspective around anxiety. Instead of immediately trying to push anxiety away, what if we approached it with curiosity? Autumn shares her personal experience with ADHD and anxiety, including the moment she realized how closely the two can be connected. Sometimes we don’t recognize anxiety until it’s suddenly quieter — and that awareness can open the door to deeper understanding.This episode invites listeners to reconnect with the body and notice how emotions often show up physically before we attach thoughts to them. Autumn guides you through a short somatic awareness exercise designed to help you identify where anxiety lives in your body and what it might be trying to communicate. From tightness in the chest to tension in the stomach or shoulders, these sensations can offer insight into stress, past experiences, and areas where healing or attention may be needed.As part of a global podcast collaboration supporting mental health awareness, this episode also highlights the work of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). If this conversation resonates with you and you’d like to support their mission of providing education, advocacy, and support for people navigating mental health challenges, you can learn more here: https://www.nami.org/?campaign=509521If anxiety has ever left you feeling confused, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself, this episode offers a gentle reminder: your body holds wisdom, and learning to listen can be a powerful step toward regulation and healing.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What does grief really look like when the casseroles are gone, the paperwork is done, and your heart still feels cracked wide open?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter sits down with Diandra Ford-Wing for a raw and deeply human conversation about loss, healing, and the long road of learning how to live after someone you love is gone. After the sudden loss of her mother, Diandra stepped away from her thriving career to give herself the space to grieve—an experience that eventually gave rise to her debut novel, Red Bird.Together, Autumn and Diandra unpack the reality that grief is not neat, short, or something you simply “get over.” They talk about the emotional weight of losing a parent, the importance of giving yourself permission to pause, the role of therapy and support, and how creativity can become a lifeline in the middle of pain. Diandra also shares the meaning behind Red Bird, how her mother’s love continues to shape her life, and why protecting your peace matters so much when you are walking through heartbreak.This episode is for anyone carrying grief, supporting someone who is grieving, or trying to understand how loss reshapes identity, purpose, and wellness. You can connect with Diandra and follow her work through her website and social media: booksbydiandra.com, Instagram @diandrafordwing, and LinkedIn under Diandra Ford-Wing.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if the emotions rising in you aren’t random at all—but signals asking you to slow down, listen, and respond with more care?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter explores what it really looks like to tune into the emotions that are coming up for you instead of pushing them down, reacting on autopilot, or carrying them until everything spills over. Drawing from her own life as a mom of four, she shares how stress, overstimulation, and dysregulation can build quietly beneath the surface until one small moment feels like the final crack in the dam.Autumn walks through how to pause and check in with yourself in real time, identify what you’re actually feeling, and notice where those emotions may be living in your body. She also unpacks how present reactions can be tied to past experiences, stored stress, or old patterns that no longer fit who you are now. This episode is a gentle but honest invitation to get curious about your triggers, soften your inner response, and choose reflection over shame.If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, reactive, stretched thin, or like your emotions are louder than you want them to be, this conversation will help you slow the swirl and reconnect with yourself. Because healing often starts by noticing what’s happening beneath the surface—and choosing to meet it with compassion.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if wisdom isn’t just something that comes with age—but something we can actively cultivate through reflection and intention?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter sits down with Dr. Laura Gabayan, a physician, researcher, and contributor to Psychology Today, to explore how journaling can become a powerful pathway to deeper wisdom and a more meaningful life. Through her groundbreaking Wisdom Research Project, Dr. Gabayan interviewed 60 adults across North America to uncover the eight scientific elements of wisdom: resilience, kindness, positivity, spirituality, humility, tolerance, creativity, and curiosity.During the conversation, Dr. Gabayan shares how her own life—including navigating chronic illness and profound personal challenges—led her to explore wisdom through a scientific lens. Together, Autumn and Dr. Gabayan discuss how journaling helps calm the mind during difficult moments, create space for honest reflection, and reveal the bigger picture in life’s challenges. They also dive into how wisdom intersects with wellness, parenting, resilience, and personal growth.You’ll hear how a simple journaling practice can help you process emotions, build clarity, and move forward with greater faith instead of fear. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by life’s twists and turns, this episode offers thoughtful insights on how reflection and curiosity can guide you back to alignment.Learn more about Dr. Gabayan’s work, books, and the Wisdom IQ test at:Website: https://lauragabayan.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/commonwisdombookLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauragabayanX: https://x.com/Laura_GabayanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/l.gabayan/For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if the thing you’ve been trying to fix… isn’t actually broken?In Episode 191 of Wellness in Every Season, we explore a powerful and sometimes uncomfortable idea: you are already whole and perfect. In a world that constantly tells you you’re missing something—more success, more productivity, a better body, a different personality—this concept can feel almost rebellious.I share a story that completely shifted my perspective: a centuries-old statue covered in plaster to protect its gold. It wasn’t until the outer layer cracked that people realized what was underneath. And that’s the invitation here. What if the stress, the tension, the exhaustion, even the emotional flare-ups aren’t proof that you’re failing—but signals that something false is cracking away?We talk about how societal expectations, negative self-talk, trauma, and comparison can layer over your true self. We dig into how safety and self-trust impact not only your wellness—but even your intelligence and decision-making. And I’ll gently challenge you to pause after this episode. Don’t rush to the next one. Move your body. Reflect. Ask yourself what’s dimming your light.If you’re feeling stuck in the same mental loops and want someone to help you peel back the layers, that’s exactly what I do in coaching. You can connect with me at wellnessineveryseason.com or follow along on Instagram and LinkedIn @wellnessineveryseason.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

If you’ve been told “everything looks normal” but you still feel exhausted, inflamed, foggy, or stuck in chronic symptoms, this episode will challenge what you think you know about illness.In Episode 191, I sit down with Dr. Brad Montagne, founder of Healthfullyu, to unpack what he believes is the real root behind most chronic conditions: gut dysfunction and systemic toxicity. Drawing from decades of clinical experience — and his own childhood battle with chronic illness — Dr. Brad explains how hormone imbalance, autoimmune issues, fatigue, mood struggles, infertility, and even chronic infections often trace back to the health of the gut lining and microbiome.We talk about:• Why chronic illness isn’t “just genetics”• How stress hormones steal from your reproductive hormones• What healthy digestion actually looks like (yes, we go there)• Why many standard lab tests miss root causes• The connection between toxicity, inflammation, and metabolic dysfunction• How personalized functional testing differs from protocol-based careDr. Brad also shares how he approaches complex cases — including Lyme disease, Candida, hormone dysregulation, and autoimmune patterns — and what reclaiming health actually requires.You can learn more through his free ebook at hello.healthfullyu.com, explore his work at getmewell.net, or listen to his podcast, Your Health Reclaimed, on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.If you or someone you love feels dismissed, exhausted, or desperate for answers, this conversation offers a different lens on healing.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

If you’ve been “doing the work” for years and still feel like you’re not getting anywhere, this episode will help you recalibrate.In Episode 189 of Wellness in Every Season, we’re breaking down the truth behind transformation: it’s built on small, consistent actions — but only when they’re aligned in the right direction. We explore why growth often feels invisible at first (like roots growing beneath the surface), how one degree of misalignment can slowly take you off course, and why sometimes the most powerful move is not pushing harder — but adjusting your angle.You’ll reflect on what might be holding you back: burnout, negative self-talk, reinventing the wheel, or chasing speed instead of direction. We talk about the power of compound interest in your wellness, when to release the throttle, and how tiny shifts practiced daily can completely change where you land five or ten years from now.If you’ve been stuck, frustrated, or quietly questioning whether your efforts even matter, this episode will remind you that progress isn’t always loud — but it is powerful when it’s intentional.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

Feeling understood isn’t just a “nice to have.” It’s a nervous system exhale — and it can quietly shape everything from your stress level to the tension you carry in your body.In Episode 188 of Wellness in Every Season, we’re unpacking what it actually feels like to be truly seen — and what happens inside us when that understanding is missing. We’ll explore where you feel most understood (and how your body responds when you’re safe), why feeling unseen can create friction in relationships, and how past experiences of being misunderstood can echo into the choices you make today.This episode also includes a simple, practical body-based reset you can use anytime you’re holding stress: tighten everything, then fully release — like telling your whole system, “you can let go now.” It’s not about forcing peace. It’s about creating space for it.If you’ve been clenching your way through life — at home, at work, in your relationships, or even inside your own head — this conversation will help you slow down, reconnect, and take a grounded next step toward alignment.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

Ever feel like your business is thriving… while you quietly disappear in the background? In this episode, I’m joined by Kate Assaraf, CEO of DIP Sustainable Haircare, for a real, grounded conversation about building a business without losing yourself—especially when you’re also raising kids and carrying the mental load.Kate shares how her obsession with reducing plastic (sparked during pregnancy and a very unsettling story about plastic pollution) led her to create high-performance, plastic-free shampoo and conditioner bars—without leaning on the typical “must-have” growth tools. We talk burnout that doesn’t just feel emotional—it shows up physically: sleep disruption, nervous system overload, and the confusing reality of “doing everything right” with diet and exercise… and still feeling worse.You’ll hear what finally became Kate’s turning point, why stress management had to come before “more hustle,” and the boundaries that helped her rebuild her health (including reworking her calendar, switching to lower-intensity movement, and stacking small daily practices that actually work).Want to explore DIP? Start at dipalready.com and follow @dipalready on Instagram. You can also find Kate online and through her writing, including her Forbes column.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

 Autumn sits down with Tabatha DeBruyn, a Transformational Breath Master and one of the few certified 9D Breathwork practitioners in Canada, to explore how breathwork supports nervous system regulation, stress recovery, and emotional resilience. This conversation is especially personal as Autumn shares how lingering pain from a car accident continues to flare daily—and why she’s “sneaking” this episode in early because she needs the tools now.Together, you’ll learn simple, science-backed breath patterns you can use anywhere: breathing in through the nose into the belly, longer exhales to downshift from fight/flight/freeze, and an activating pattern for energy and focus (yes—better than coffee for some people). Tabatha also breaks down what 9D Breathwork actually is—breath + soundscapes + binaural beats + frequency + language—designed to help the body feel safe enough to release what it’s been holding.Want to try it for yourself? Tabatha is gifting listeners three free experiences (including a 5-minute nervous system reset) when you join her email list.Free resources + email list: https://tabatha.myflodesk.comWebsite: https://tabatha.onlineInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tabatha_debruynBreathwork-focused Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tabcollectiveTags:For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

Understanding the Story Beneath the StressWhat if your anxiety isn’t random?What if the worry that keeps circling your mind has a history?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, I sit down with Joan K. Peters, author of Untangling: A Memoir of Psychoanalysis, to explore what it means to think psychoanalytically — not as a therapist, but as someone who lived it.Joan shares how recurring night terrors in her twenties led her into psychoanalysis, where she uncovered buried childhood trauma surrounding her father’s death, emotional abandonment, and generational survival patterns.This conversation is not about blame.It’s about curiosity.It’s about asking:What’s underneath this reaction?Where did this fear first begin?What story am I still living inside?We talk about:Why children internalize silence as rejectionHow generational trauma shows up in adult anxietyThe difference between behavior correction and root healingHow fear of abandonment can quietly shape parentingWhy repair — not perfection — builds secure relationshipsThe power of revisiting childhood from an adult lensJoan’s story reminds us that stress is rarely about the present moment. Often, it’s an echo.And when we trace the echo back, something untangles.About JoanJoan K. Peters earned her Ph.D. in comparative literature from The University of Chicago and is professor emeritus of literature and writing at California State University at Channel Islands. She lives in Ojai with her husband, her dogs, and her chickens.Learn more at:UntanglingJoan.comIf This Episode Resonated…If you notice repeating emotional patterns…If certain fears feel larger than the moment calls for…If you sense your body reacting before your mind understands why…That may be your invitation to gently ask:What’s underneath this?And you don’t have to answer it alone.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

If you’ve been feeling exhausted, flat, or just not like yourself lately, this episode will help you understand why.In Episode 184 of Wellness in Every Season, we break down the important differences between burnout, depression, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) — three experiences that can look similar on the surface but have very different roots. In a culture that celebrates hustle and productivity, it’s easy to label everything as burnout. But what if it’s deeper than that? Or what if it’s simply your body responding to the darker months?We explore how burnout is often tied to prolonged stress, how depression feels heavier and more pervasive, and how SAD follows seasonal patterns linked to sunlight and circadian rhythm. You’ll hear reflective questions to help you tune in to your own energy patterns, including the “vacation test” and simple ways to start noticing whether your exhaustion feels tense, flat, or hibernating.This episode offers clarity, compassion, and practical next steps — because guessing delays relief. If you’re unsure what you’re navigating, this conversation will help you approach yourself with curiosity instead of judgment.For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if healing didn’t require re-living every painful moment?In Episode 183 of Wellness in Every Season, I’m joined by Sarah Miller, clinical hypnotherapist, grief coach, and end-of-life doula — and the founder of Tree Star Hypnosis. Sarah’s work helps people reconnect with their inner wisdom during seasons of transition, identity shifts, and emotional blocks using a grounded, consent-based approach to hypnosis.Sarah’s path to this work wasn’t linear. After profound losses in her 20s — including the death of her entire immediate family and her mentor — she went searching for real, lasting healing. Through hypnosis, grief education, parts work, and deep subconscious support, she didn’t just find relief… she found her calling.In this conversation, we unpack the myths (thanks, Hollywood) and get practical about what hypnosis actually is: a natural state of focused attention that helps you access the subconscious mind — without giving up control.In this episode we cover:What hypnosis is (and what it definitely isn’t)Why “all hypnosis is self-hypnosis” and what that means for control + safetyWho hypnosis is a good fit for — and important contraindicationsHow hypnosis can support trauma work without forcing you to “open the whole box”The connection between hypnosis, nervous system regulation, and the fight/flight cycleHow hypnosis compares to meditation, sleep, and EMDRWhy future-focused subconscious work can be the missing bridge when you feel “stuck”Try it: Guided Hypnosis Inside This EpisodeThis episode includes a 15-minute guided hypnosis to help you meet your higher (or future) self and receive a message for where you are right now.Quick note: Don’t listen while driving.Connect with SarahWebsite: TreeStarHypnosis.comEmail: [email protected]: @districtdoula (moving toward Tree Star Hypnosis soon)Sarah also offers:Free consultationsGroup past-life regressions + workshopsCommunity events and occasional grief support groupsFor more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

What if the thing keeping you stuck isn’t the obstacle — but the story you’re telling about it?In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, I’m joined by Risa August — award-winning author, speaker, Gestalt practitioner, and patient advocate — to talk about how a single perspective shift can crack open the tightest limiting beliefs.After being diagnosed with a tumor at the base of her brain and facing a destructive disease, Risa hit a moment that changed everything: instead of focusing on what she couldn’t do, she asked a different question — “What can I do?” That one reframe became the doorway back to her life, her work, and her purpose.We talk about:Why “I can’t” is often a habit, not a factHow Gestalt work helps you uncover patterns keeping you trappedThe difference between common vs. normal sufferingWhat it looks like to let go of old identity (even the “strong one”)Why giving yourself an “out” can actually help you move forwardHow to use tiny steps to rebuild confidence when everything feels heavyIf you’ve been carrying a “should,” living under self-imposed rules, or feeling boxed in by your own expectations — this one will feel like air.Follow Risa’s work and learn more: RisaAugust.comBook: The Road Unpaved: Border to Border with a Brain Tumor and a Bike (Amazon + local bookstores)For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings." 

Periods don’t have to knock you out for days — and suffering through cramps, exhaustion, mood swings, and heavy bleeding isn’t a “woman’s burden.” In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, I’m joined by Amy Gaston, Vice President of Strategic Growth at OhmBody, to unpack a revolutionary, science-backed approach to easing menstruation symptoms — without hormones, drugs, or invasive procedures.Amy explains how OhmBody uses non-invasive neurostimulation to calm the nervous system and support the body’s natural clotting response, helping reduce heavy bleeding while also easing cramps, anxiety, fatigue, and brain fog. We dive into why painful periods have been normalized for generations, how stress and the autonomic nervous system directly impact cycle symptoms, and why women deserve better options than birth control or surgery.You’ll hear about groundbreaking research showing up to 55% reduction in menstrual blood loss and major improvements in pain and quality of life — plus how this technology is opening doors for the future of women’s health innovation.If you’ve ever planned your life around your cycle, powered through pain, or been told “this is just part of being a woman,” this episode will completely shift how you view menstrual wellness.Learn more at ohmbody.com and follow OhmBody on social:Instagram @ohm.body | Facebook getohmbody | YouTube @OhmBodyFor more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings."