Best Wellness Interviews

Join Kristine Best as she chats with James Hayden about discovering his adoption and its profound impact. James shares his journey of finding his biological roots, overcoming trauma, and building new life patterns. They explore the role of personal wellness, mentorship, and learning from younger generations. James also discusses his intergenerational podcast, balancing success with kindness, and managing technology's impact on human connection. He reflects on trauma recovery and ongoing growth, sharing lessons learned and future plans. Tune in to discover how to connect with James online.

(0:00) Introduction and James Hayden’s background

(3:23) Discovering adoption and its impact

(7:23) Searching for biological roots and family connections

(13:27) Dealing with trauma and its effects

(18:09) Overcoming insecurities and self-discovery

(20:47) Addressing personal trauma for wellness

(26:57) Creating new patterns and personal growth

(27:47) Launching an intergenerational podcast

(30:09) Balancing success, kindness, and mentorship

(34:13) Learning from younger generations

(37:01) Technology, information overload, and human connection

(40:06) The importance of communication

(42:14) Trauma recovery and ongoing growth

(44:07) Lessons learned and concluding thoughts

(45:11) Connecting with James online

(46:06) Final remarks and future plans

Join Kristine Best as she chats with Jennifer White about her transformative health journey and its emotional impact on her family and caregivers. Jennifer opens up about her diagnosis, surgery preparation, and recovery, tackling memory loss and trauma. They explore the challenges of maintaining positivity and reinventing oneself. Jennifer also discusses writing medical thrillers inspired by her experiences, her transition from academic to fiction writing, and her upcoming projects. Discover her philosophy, advice, and where to find her books. Don't miss this inspiring episode!

(0:00) Introduction and Jennifer's health journey

(4:08) Emotional impact on family and caregivers

(6:37) Diagnosing, preparing for, and recovering from surgery

(9:23) Coping with memory loss and trauma

(12:47) Recovery challenges and positive outlook

(19:19) Reinventing oneself and overcoming limiting beliefs

(25:53) Writing medical thrillers inspired by personal experiences

(29:46) Addressing healthcare issues through fiction

(33:11) Upcoming book projects

(34:31) Jennifer's ongoing recovery and progress

(35:14) Transition from academic to fiction writing

(36:34) Mindset, focus, and achieving dreams

(37:25) Imagination, playfulness, and brain research

(39:00) Embracing dreams and life goals

(41:32) Final advice and philosophy

(43:14) Where to find Jennifer's books and website

Kristine Best engages with Victor Bretting as he shares his journey of building a ranch dedicated to charitable initiatives and visitor transformation. Victor discusses the impact of helping others and the importance of communication and mental health at the ranch. They explore daily routines, conservation efforts, and the role of Victor's wife and family in the ranch's success. Victor opens up about the physical demands of building the ranch and partnerships with mental health organizations, emphasizing encouraging emotional vulnerability in men. The conversation touches on the healing power of music, Victor's book, his legacy, and future plans for the ranch.

(0:00) Introduction and Victor Bretting’s background

(1:28) Mission, charitable initiatives, and involved organizations

(4:09) Impact of helping others and visitor transformation

(7:26) Communication and mental health at the ranch

(9:32) Daily routines, activities, and conservation efforts

(14:20) Role of Victor’s wife and family involvement

(17:36) Physical demands and building the ranch

(22:09) Partnerships with mental health organizations

(23:59) Encouraging emotional vulnerability in men

(27:25) The healing power of music

(28:06) Victor Bretting’s book and legacy

(32:04) Managing the ranch, future plans, and website details

Kristine Best sits down with Grace King to explore her intriguing journey through medical challenges and spiritual healing. Grace shares her experiences with faith and healing, including the impact of a cortisone overdose and the subsequent psychosis. They discuss the crucial role of family support during her recovery and the mixed reactions from doctors as she regained her health. The conversation delves into the themes of obedience and spiritual healing, highlighting the importance of spirituality in overall wellness. Grace also discusses her book and the connection between her personal experiences and her writing.

(0:00) Introduction, Guest Background & Medical Experience

(2:03) Finding Faith, Healing Journey & Psychosis

(5:15) Effects of Cortisone Overdose

(11:02) Family Support During Recovery

(14:22) Doctors' Reactions to Recovery

(18:47) Obedience, Spiritual Healing & Wellness

(22:28) Role of Spirituality in Wellness

(30:05) Connecting with Grace King & Her Book

Join Kristine Best as she speaks with Vangelis Kalogirou about his journey of self-discovery and overcoming a strict upbringing. Vangelis shares how societal pressures and early coping mechanisms shaped his music aspirations and creative outlets. They discuss his experiences at IBM, the creation of masks and false identities, and breaking free from indoctrination. Vangelis highlights working with Arno Goran to remove psychological blocks and find his true self. The conversation delves into the impact of religious indoctrination, acknowledging past abuse, and discovering agency. Vangelis emphasizes the importance of self-care, achieving neutrality, and following internal guidance for personal fulfillment.

(0:00) Introduction and Vangelis Kalogirou's background

(2:12) Impact of strict upbringing and early coping mechanisms

(5:23) Music aspirations, societal pressures, and creative outlets

(8:22) Learning, evolving with technology, and IBM experiences

(11:22) Creation of masks, false identities, and lack of unconditional love

(15:18) Breaking away from indoctrination and shifting perspectives

(20:34) Working with Arno Goran and removing psychological blocks

(22:14) Finding true self and overcoming programming and traumas

(24:30) Impact of religious indoctrination and childhood chaos

(27:47) Realizing, acknowledging past abuse, and finding new perspectives

(31:12) Discovering agency and starting a new chapter

(33:55) Self-discovery journey and rejecting external expectations

(38:19) Turning negative experiences into positive outcomes

(41:11) Importance of self-care and personal well-being

(44:33) Achieving neutrality and internal guidance for fulfillment

Kristine Best chats with Jeff Pearson about his journey with hydrocephalus. Jeff shares his experiences with surgeries, family support, and a pivotal hospital stay in 2014. They discuss alternative treatments like neurofeedback and the financial, emotional, and relational impacts of his condition. Jeff opens up about his faith, coping strategies, and the importance of humility and accepting help. The conversation touches on hereditary concerns, trauma, PTSD, and emotional healing. Jeff also talks about founding the Hydro With Hope nonprofit and creating supportive journals. The episode wraps up with Jeff reading from his journal and expressing gratitude.

(0:00) Introduction and guest overview

(1:15) Jeff Pearson's TV shows and public presence

(2:21) Medical condition and early life with hydrocephalus

(5:28) Impact of surgeries and childhood experiences

(8:02) Parental support and family dynamics

(9:36) Adult life challenges and 2014 hospital experience

(13:23) Exploring alternative treatments and neurofeedback

(17:43) Financial, emotional, and relational impact

(26:39) Faith, spirituality, and coping strategies

(31:02) Humility, accepting help, and lifestyle adjustments

(36:16) Hereditary concerns and preparing for the future

(39:49) Trauma, PTSD, and emotional healing

(46:02) Forgiveness, overcoming anger, and resilience

(51:42) Avoiding negativity and maintaining hope

(52:03) Founding Hydro With Hope nonprofit

(53:27) Creating supportive journals and resources

(54:32) Final thoughts, reflections, and supporting the cause

(56:32) Jeff Pearson reads from his journal

(57:32) Closing remarks and gratitude

Join Kristine Best as she chats with Adele Bernard about self-discovery and intuitive gifts. Adele highlights the importance of healing, community, and staying connected to oneself. They discuss kindness, human connection, and AI's role in modern life. Adele shares her decision-making process and the value of waiting for clarity. Topics include community, respect, and child-rearing, emphasizing the butterfly effect and internal abundance. They explore lifestyle differences, cultural insights, and the interplay of human and animal energy. Adele also talks about her well-being practices, overcoming health challenges, and the impact of her community projects, concluding with a reflective message.

(0:00) Introduction and Adele Bernard's background

(2:00) Essence of self and intuitive gifts

(5:03) Staying connected to oneself

(7:36) Healing, catharsis, and community

(12:01) Kindness, human connection, and AI

(17:49) Decision-making and waiting for clarity

(20:43) Community, respect, and raising children

(26:33) The butterfly effect and internal abundance

(30:40) Lifestyles and cultural comparisons

(32:06) Human and animal energy

(36:38) Daily well-being nonnegotiables

(38:06) Overcoming health challenges

(40:13) Community projects and personal impact

(42:32) Final message and closing

Join Kristine Best as she welcomes Leo Aspite to discuss resilience and personal growth. Leo shares insights into his background and business, emphasizing peer advisory boards' importance. He reflects on overcoming challenges, including an accident and his first wife’s cancer battle, highlighting purposeful living and supporting loved ones. Leo talks about adopting a healthier lifestyle and achieving work-life balance by working smarter. The conversation delves into faith, positivity, and the therapeutic rewards of helping others. Leo underscores aligning personal values with business goals and responding rather than reacting to life's challenges.

(0:00) Introduction and welcoming Leo Aspite

(2:03) Leo Aspite's background, business overview, and peer advisory boards

(3:50) Reflecting on past interviews: Leo’s accident, challenges, and coping strategies

(7:32) Leo’s journey with his first wife’s cancer battle

(12:08) Living purposefully and supporting loved ones through illness

(21:27) Embracing a healthier lifestyle and work-life balance

(25:11) Working smarter and learning from life's seasons

(27:44) Faith and positivity in overcoming life's challenges

(31:52) Processing grief with the help of a counselor and giving back

(39:08) The therapeutic rewards of helping others through grief

(44:47) Aligning personal values with business goals and navigating life's tough seasons

(48:06) The power of responding over reacting in life's challenges

(49:35) Closing remarks and end of episode

Kristine Best interviews Jodi Scott, co-founder of Green Goo, delving into the early days of the company and the challenges of scaling production while maintaining product integrity. Jodi shares her motivations for expanding Green Goo internationally and emphasizes the importance of her personal wellness routine and self-care. The conversation touches on customer service experiences and how personal resilience plays a role in business. Jodi discusses Green Goo's philanthropic efforts and diverse product range. She introduces SHAMMON, a holistic wellness acronym, and its significance in her life. The episode wraps up with closing remarks and gratitude to Jodi Scott for sharing her insights.

(0:00) Introduction and early days of Green Goo with Jodi Scott

(3:27) Scaling production and maintaining product integrity

(6:36) Jodi's motivations and international expansion of Green Goo

(10:43) Jodi's personal wellness routine and self-care importance

(17:23) Customer service experiences and personal resilience

(22:28) Green Goo's philanthropic work and product range

(28:11) SHAMMON: A holistic wellness acronym and its significance

(30:25) Closing remarks and gratitude to Jodi Scott

Kristine Best sits down with Donna Burton OAM to explore her unique journey from electrical engineering to astronomy. Donna shares her personal health challenges, emphasizing the power of positivity during her recovery from major surgery and relearning to walk. The conversation delves into life lessons drawn from astronomy, gardening, and wellness, as well as Donna's initiatives, including an astronomy cruise and community involvement. Ethical space exploration and its impact on wellness are discussed, along with efforts to inspire the next generation of astronomers. Donna reflects on how astronomy influences wellness and culture, offering valuable insights throughout the episode.

(0:00) Introduction with Donna Burton

(2:09) Donna's early interest and education in astronomy

(5:08) Donna's professional journey and achievements

(7:45) Health challenges and hospital experiences

(13:00) Coping with surgery and maintaining positivity

(21:20) Recovery process and overcoming challenges

(23:53) Embracing life on the farm and gardening

(27:37) Community engagement and ethical considerations in astronomy

(35:42) Charitable works and inspiring the next generation

(41:30) Astronomy's role in wellness and mental health

(44:15) Final thoughts and advice