I am so excited to have your yoga teacher’s favorite yoga teacher on the show, Alicia Wilford. I love taking Alicia’s yoga classes because of how she makes you feel motivated and seen throughout the flow. She has created such a beautiful community within her classes. It is not uncommon to see yogis cheering each other on or catching up well after the class has ended. The way that she carries herself and the stories that she tells her students are inspiring. I learned so much about Alicia during this conversation, and it only makes me more in awe of her. Hear her story and her advice for feeling intentionally grounded now! 

Alicia is originally from New Orleans, based in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, her intention is to help clients connect with their inner selves, encouraging them to step out of their comfort zones and explore their potential.In addition to teaching yoga, Alicia is also ordained and can officiate weddings, creating a unique and meaningful experience for couples. Whether you’re new to yoga or curious about pushing your boundaries, I’d love to connect. I hold certifications  RYT of 500-hour, along with holistic coaching and personal trainer. Let’s create a practice that resonates with your unique body and spirit.


What we discuss in the episode: 

• Alicia’s emotional story of how she came to Dallas and why she found yoga
• What Alicia does in the morning to set her day up for success
• How yoga helped Alicia get through some really difficult times 
• The impact that yoga has had on Alicia
• Why Alicia decided to become a holistic coach and a 300 hour yoga teacher 
• How Alicia is able to weave storytelling in her classes to connect with students 
• Alicia’s favorite grounding practice
• What inspires Alicia 
• How Alicia is able to stick to her commitments 
• How to differentiate between your ego and higher self 
• Why you need to be mindful of what you say to yourself and others

My Social Media Links:

• Instagram: @connectingthedots.podcast, @kathlyncarneywellness
• TikTok: @connectingthedotspodcast, @kathlyncarneywellness 
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@connectingthedots.podcast 
• Website: www.kathlyncarney.com 

Alicia’s Social Media Links:

• Instagram: @sweatwithalicia
• Website: Intentionally Grounded | Arlington, TX

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• Kathlyn Carney Wellness Services
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It has been a wild last two months beginning to get answers for why I have experienced acne, constipation, UTIs, PMS, poor mood, and other symptoms over the last 15 years. Because I have been taking time to dive into the research, implement what I am learning, and begin to heal, I have had to take a step back from the podcast. I am happy to share that I have found a good routine with my new diet and lifestyle changes and am excited to have time to dedicate to the podcast again! Thank you to everyone who has reached out, checked in, and gotten curious over the last two months :) It has truly meant so much to me to have your support, and I hope you learn something new during this episode! 

What I discuss in the episode: 

• What I have been doing to support my emotional health 
• What came up on my labs to give a better picture of what is going on in my body 
• Symptoms that I have been experiencing over the last 15 years
• Lots of information about parasites - what they are, how we get them, symptoms of parasites, and what I have been doing to get rid of them 
• Potential root causes to my insulin resistance 
• Why my waking cortisol being high was not a surprise 
• What the Wahls protocol is and why I’ve been doing it 
• Supplement and lifestyle recommendations to support PCOS
• What I have been doing to try and move the needle on my lab markers   

My Social Media Links:

• Instagram: @connectingthedots.podcast, @kathlyncarneywellness
• TikTok: @connectingthedotspodcast, @kathlyncarneywellness 
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@connectingthedots.podcast 

My Partners:

• Kathlyn Carney Wellness Services
• Why Not Natural Affiliate Link 
• Manski's Wellness Affiliate Link 
• Organic Olivia Affiliate Link use code KCW for 10% off
• ENERGYbits® | Spirulina and Chlorella Algae use code CTD at checkout for 20% off
• Live PACHA Affiliate Link use code CONNECTINGTHEDOTS at checkout for 20% off 

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Mother daughter relationships are not always easy. Moms have advice and knowledge that they want to pass down to their daughters and experiences that they want to protect their daughters from. Daughters may feel like they need to follow in their mother’s footsteps, or they may be craving their independence. Whatever the scenario, mother daughter relationships can be complex and multifaceted. 

My own mom and I have been through many different stages of our relationship. I was obsessed with my mom as a young child, and then as I got older, I craved independence. My desire to grow up too fast put a strain on my relationship with my mom during some of my middle school and high school years. In college, we were able to use the separation to find ourselves and ultimately come back together closer than ever. Since I graduated college, my mom and I have become best friends. We talk almost every day, value each other’s opinions, and enjoy doing creative projects together. 

Because our relationship has taken a lot of work to get to this place, we wanted to share what we’ve noticed that can put a strain on mother daughter relationships, talk about our relationship’s evolution, and offer some guidance to other mother daughter duos. I am so happy to have my mom, Gail Carney, back on the podcast for the third time! 

What we chat about: 

• How my mom started making t-shirts and sweatshirts
• Ways to be consistent and flexible with your morning routine
• Why miscommunication or lack of communication can lead to issues in mother daughter relationships 
• How to balance wanting your kids to have a better life than you without putting too much pressure on them 
• The pressures that society puts on kids now to be “well-rounded”
• How negative body image that mothers have can seriously impact their daughters
• Why moms can’t instill their fears into their daughters
• Ways to foster trust with your daughter
• Why it’s important to know your kid’s friends
• The definition of a healthy mother daughter relationship 
• We discuss whether or not your mom should be your best friend
• How my mom and I have been able to foster such a good relationship 

Gail’s Social Media Accounts: 

• Instagram: @carneyfair4 and @gailcar 

 My Social Media Links:

• Instagram: @connectingthedots.podcast, @kathlyncarneywellness
• TikTok: @connectingthedotspodcast, @kathlyncarneywellness 
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@connectingthedots.podcast 

My Partners:

• Kathlyn Carney Wellness Services
• Why Not Natural Affiliate Link 
• Manski's Wellness Affiliate Link 
• Organic Olivia Affiliate Link use code KCW for 10% off
• JOI (Just One Ingredient) - Delicious, Clean Label Plant Milk Bases use code KATHLYNCARNEYWELLNESS at checkout for 10% off
• ENERGYbits® | Spirulina and Chlorella Algae use code CTD at checkout for 20% off
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Listen to S1E11 and S2E8 to hear more from my mom, Gail!

It’s not every day that you get to podcast with one of your best friends in your new podcast studio! In this episode, I chat with Megan Riley about non-toxic living, wedding planning, and trying to conceive. We cover a lot in this conversation - from our time in the classroom together when we were first learning about nontoxic living to supporting each other in our careers and personal lives. It was amazing to see how far we’ve come from the 22-year-old new teachers we were when we met!

I have always been inspired by Megan’s ability to go after what she wants and to commit to it 100%. Her determination, do-it-yourself attitude, and vulnerability have helped me grow as a person. I think you will leave this conversation a bit more inspired to go after what you want and to be more open with your people. 

Megan Riley is a teacher, wedding planner, mother, and lover of nontoxic living. She has a passion for helping brides bring their wedding vision to life (and loves a color coded to-do list). At the end of the day, Megan loves nothing more than being a mother, and this has only strengthened her mission to continue to find non-toxic product swaps for her home, body, and child. 

What we chat about: 

• How Megan and I met and became friends 
• Two of Megan’s favorite rituals
• How Megan got into wedding planning 
• Megan’s biggest Do’s and Don’ts for wedding planning 
• Why having a wedding planner is so important for your peace of mind 
• Megan’s fertility journey 
• The difficult feelings and thoughts that can come up after having a miscarriage 
• Some of the preconception nutrition and lifestyle support that I gave Megan 
• Favorite non-toxic beauty and household products

Work with Megan: 

• Social Media: Haylie Paige Events
• Website: Haylie Paige Events

 My Social Media Links:

• Instagram: @connectingthedots.podcast, @kathlyncarneywellness
• TikTok: @connectingthedotspodcast, @kathlyncarneywellness 
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@connectingthedots.podcast 

My Partners:

• Kathlyn Carney Wellness Services
• Why Not Natural Affiliate Link 
• Manski's Wellness Affiliate Link 
• Organic Olivia Affiliate Link use code KCW for 10% off
• JOI (Just One Ingredient) - Delicious, Clean Label Plant Milk Bases use code KATHLYNCARNEYWELLNESS at checkout for 10% off
• ENERGYbits® | Spirulina and Chlorella Algae use code CTD at checkout for 20% off
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Darrah Kempka, RN is someone that I have been inspired by for a long time. She shares her knowledge and experience so vulnerably, and she has a knack for fostering community. She is a trailblazer and brings so many unique therapies and modalities to the DFW area.

So it was no surprise that she opened my eyes (and probably many other people’s eyes) to the concept of free birth. Free birth is birthing without the assistance of a midwife or doctor. As I watched Darrah post about her wild pregnancy, the free birth she was preparing for, and clips from her free birth, I knew that I had to chat with her about the experience and learn more. And I have to say, I am even more inspired by her after this conversation than I was before :) 

Darrah Kempka RN is the owner of Natural Infusion Partners LLC, a holistic IV suite in Grapevine Texas. After working in conventional medicine for 8 years, she began to integrate holistic healing, functional medicine, and ozone therapy into her life after her youngest son’s battle with eczema and allergies. She mentored under world renowned practitioners who focused on mold toxicity, chronic disease, and general wellness for 3 years before the pandemic of 2019. Since then, she joined a collective of natural healers and created a healing sanctuary of her own.  Now, you can find her there serving and teaching about body, mind, soul work + ozone therapy. 

What we chat about: 

• Ozone therapy and how you could utilize ozone insufflations at home 
• How Darrah got into the “wellness world” 
• The training that Darrah received in ozone therapy and detoxification  
• Why Darrah decided to add cranial sacral therapy to her services
• The importance of nervous system regulation to heal 
• What made Darrah decide she wanted her third pregnancy and birth experience to be different from her first two
• What led Darrah to choose a wild pregnancy and free birth
• How Darrah and Amanda started Village Prenatal 
• Key takeaways from Darrah’s free birth
• What Darrah did to prepare for birth and set up her birthing space
• Darrah’s number one tip for postpartum 
• What’s going on at Natural Infusion Partners 

Social Media Links: 

• Social Media: @natural.infusion.partners & @darrahkempka_rn
• Website: Natural Infusion Partners

 My Social Media Links:

• Instagram: @connectingthedots.podcast, @kathlyncarneywellness
• TikTok: @connectingthedotspodcast, @kathlyncarneywellness 
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@connectingthedots.podcast 

My Partners:

• Kathlyn Carney Wellness Services
• Why Not Natural Affiliate Link 
• Manski's Wellness Affiliate Link 
• Organic Olivia Affiliate Link use code KCW for 10% off
• JOI (Just One Ingredient) - Delicious, Clean Label Plant Milk Bases use code KATHLYNCARNEYWELLNESS at checkout for 10% off
• ENERGYbits® | Spirulina and Chlorella Algae use code CTD at checkout for 20% off
• Live PACHA Affiliate Link use code CONNECTINGTHEDOTS at checkout for 20% off 

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The hardest and most cathartic podcast episode that I have ever done. This is the most raw, unfiltered, and vulnerable that I have ever been - on social media and maybe just in general. But as I have been working through so much fear and grief, I’ve wished there were more people talking about it. I wish more people shared about how hard it is to watch people you love be sick and the fear that may be instilled while you support them. I wish people talked about the tools that they used to work through their grief, fear, anxiety, and trauma. And I wish more practitioners talked about how it can be really scary to receive a diagnosis and have tests run to get to the root cause. So, I am here to be that person in case anyone else was wishing for the same things. 

What I chat about: 

• My theme and mantra for year 29
• Grieving the loss of my best friend on the anniversary of her passing 
• How I felt after getting diagnosed with PCOS
• The sign that we got from Trish on my friend’s bachelorette
• The impact that being around a lot of women who experienced chronic illness has had on me 
• How I let fear run my life 
• What helped me get through my fears and move forward 

 My Social Media Links:

• Instagram: @connectingthedots.podcast, @kathlyncarneywellness
• TikTok: @connectingthedotspodcast, @kathlyncarneywellness 
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@connectingthedots.podcast 

My Partners:

• Kathlyn Carney Wellness Services
• Why Not Natural Affiliate Link 
• Manski's Wellness Affiliate Link 
• Organic Olivia Affiliate Link use code KCW for 10% off
• JOI (Just One Ingredient) - Delicious, Clean Label Plant Milk Bases use code KATHLYNCARNEYWELLNESS at checkout for 10% off
• ENERGYbits® | Spirulina and Chlorella Algae use code CTD at checkout for 20% off
• Live PACHA Affiliate Link use code CONNECTINGTHEDOTS at checkout for 20% off 

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I feel so lucky that I get to connect with friends from middle school and high school again through the podcast! This week I have Dr. Alissa Salvitti on to talk about lymphatic and adrenal support, as well as detoxing. I had so much fun nerding out with her about some of our favorite products and tests that we’ve done to improve our health. 

Dr. Alissa is a Chiropractor and Traditional Naturopath. She has a passion for natural health and believes the human body is self-healing. Dr. Alissa's goal is to help every patient heal and reach their optimal wellness potential through natural methods.

What we chat about: 

• How Alissa shifts her mindset during the day when things get stressful 
• The ways that Alissa’s upbringing shaped her career path 
• We reflect on how one high school teacher impacted our trajectories (for a little while)
• Why Alissa wanted to add nutrition and detox to her chiropractic practice
• What the lymphatic system is and how to support it 
• What Alissa recommends to support her clients’ adrenals
• Heavy metals that have come up on Alissa’s client’s hair tissue mineral analysis reports
• Places and ways that people ingest heavy metals 
• My experience getting my mercury amalgams removed 
• The importance of filtering your water
• More information about the hair tissue mineral analysis 
• Why the hair tissue mineral analysis is great for children
• How Alissa used the hair tissue mineral analysis to help heal from Lyme disease 

Alissa's Social Media Links: 

• Social Media: @truebalancechiro 
• Website: http://www.truebalancechiro.com/ 

 My Social Media Links:

• Instagram: @connectingthedots.podcast, @kathlyncarneywellness
• TikTok: @connectingthedotspodcast, @kathlyncarneywellness 
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@connectingthedots.podcast 

My Partners:

• Kathlyn Carney Wellness Services
• Why Not Natural Affiliate Link 
• Manski's Wellness Affiliate Link 
• Organic Olivia Affiliate Link use code KCW for 10% off
• JOI (Just One Ingredient) - Delicious, Clean Label Plant Milk Bases use code KATHLYNCARNEYWELLNESS at checkout for 10% off
• ENERGYbits® | Spirulina and Chlorella Algae use code CTD at checkout for 20% off
• Live PACHA Affiliate Link use code CONNECTINGTHEDOTS at checkout for 20% off 

*Before purchasing any supplements from our partners, please consult with your physician or nutritionist 

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Kelly Kasle has been an amazing teacher to me this year. She has helped me better understand astrology and my own birth chart, which in turn has led to me have a better understanding of myself. Kelly helps people navigate big life transitions and find their purpose using Astrology, Human Design and Meditation. 

She discovered the power and wisdom of Astrology by using it to get through a huge life transition in September of 2020. Overnight, her whole life turned upside down with the unexpected passing of her father and COVID work mandates. Astrology helped her understand why this huge turning point happened and how to move through it with grace. 

While doing readings for friends for fun, she saw how many people were dealing with similar situations and realized her skills and wisdom as an Astrologer were more needed at this time in history than her musical talent. Prior to COVID she was based in Los Angeles and had a thriving career as a professional bassoonist, music educator and event producer. 

In addition to all that astrology offers, her counseling is supported by her wisdom on universal spiritual principles, holistic health, neuroscience, quantum physics and the habits of high achievers.
Find peace, happiness and fulfillment by being in tune with your soul. Your Natal Birth Chart (aka your Soul Blueprint) holds the keys and guidance to all of your questions. Connect, book a reading and find Kelly's latest courses and events at https://linktr.ee/kellykasle  

What we chat about: 

• The habits that start Kelly’s day off strong 
• How Kelly found a huge interest in astrology in 2020
• The impact that Kelly’s music career had on her ability to pick up astrology
• The mindset that Kelly had to overcome the challenges she faced in 2020
• What our astrological birth charts can show and tell us about ourselves
• How you can use astrology and human design to be the best version of yourself 
• The big ages in astrology 
• Where the term Saturn Return comes from 
• How astrology can be used to improve our weak spots and capitalize on our strengths 
• An overview of Human Design and Gene Keys
• How to use Human Design in business
• The different ways that you can work with Kelly 

Kelly’s LinkTree: 

• https://linktr.ee/kellykasle 

 My Social Media Links:

• Instagram: @connectingthedots.podcast, @kathlyncarneywellness
• TikTok: @connectingthedotspodcast, @kathlyncarneywellness 
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@connectingthedots.podcast 

My Partners:

• Kathlyn Carney Wellness Services
• Why Not Natural Affiliate Link 
• Manski's Wellness Affiliate Link 
• Organic Olivia Affiliate Link use code KCW for 10% off
• JOI (Just One Ingredient) - Delicious, Clean Label Plant Milk Bases use code KATHLYNCARNEYWELLNESS at checkout for 10% off
• ENERGYbits® | Spirulina and Chlorella Algae use code CTD at checkout for 20% off
• Live PACHA Affiliate Link use code CONNECTINGTHEDOTS at checkout for 20% off 

*Before purchasing any supplements from our partners, please consult with your physician or nutritionist 

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I’ve known this week’s guest, Carley, since I was in middle school. We actually went to the same middle school and high school in Delaware, and even though we have ended up in completely different states after graduating, we've found similar missions in life. We both fell in love with the practice of yoga and became yoga teachers. We are both huge wellness advocates and creatives who are using different platforms to build community, highlight people we are inspired by, and share tips to be well. I left our conversation feeling inspired by her and with a sense of rejuvenation to continue to manifest what I want my life to look like. I hope you feel the same way after listening because Carley is a rockstar. 

Carley is a writer, yoga teacher, former studio owner, and the founder of The Retreat: a monthly print wellness & spirituality newspaper helping you disconnect to reconnect. She holds in-person women's retreats all over the globe. You can connect with her on her website and Instagram listed below! 

What we chat about: 

• The benefits of daily journaling 
• Carley’s journey that led her to opening a yoga studio 
• How yoga had a positive impact on Carley’s well-being in high school and as she got older
• The manifestation technique that Carley used to help make her yoga studio and newspaper a reality 
• What Carley did to support her adrenals after experiencing burnout 
• Why Carley decided to sell the yoga studio she owns
• How Carley started her newspaper and the adversity she overcame to get it up and running
• The impact the newspaper has had on her readers 

Carley’s Links: 

• Social Media: @theretreat.bycarley
• Website: http://www.theretreatbycarley.com/ 
• To Be Magnetic: https://tobemagnetic.com/ 
• Nettles: Nettle Leaf (mountainroseherbs.com)
• DUTCH test: Home - DUTCH Test (I can run this at Kathlyn Carney Wellness!) 

My Social Media Links:

• Instagram: @connectingthedots.podcast, @kathlyncarneywellness
• TikTok: @connectingthedotspodcast, @kathlyncarneywellness 
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@connectingthedots.podcast 

My Partners:

• Kathlyn Carney Wellness Services
• Why Not Natural Affiliate Link 
• Manski's Wellness Affiliate Link 
• Organic Olivia Affiliate Link use code KCW for 10% off
• JOI (Just One Ingredient) - Delicious, Clean Label Plant Milk Bases use code KATHLYNCARNEYWELLNESS at checkout for 10% off
• ENERGYbits® | Spirulina and Chlorella Algae use code CTD at checkout for 20% off
• Live PACHA Affiliate Link use code CONNECTINGTHEDOTS at checkout for 20% off 

*Before purchasing any supplements from our partners, please consult with your physician or nutritionist 

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Vitalistic chiropractic care has been such a game changer for my nervous system. My guest this week, Dr. Chris Cole, has provided a space for me to discover the way that I hold stress and tension in my body. He has encouraged me to think about the reason behind the symptoms that I am feeling through a lens of curiosity (rather than judgment or fear). This has really helped me manage my anxieties and better understand myself. Because of the impact our sessions have had on my well-being and his unique practice, I knew I wanted to have him on the show! 

Dr. Chris was born and raised in Dallas, Texas and completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Oklahoma, where he obtained his Bachelors in Science in Health and Exercise Sciences. He received his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Parker University in Dallas, Texas.  

Dr. Chris approaches the human body, our “vessels”, as a beautifully, intricately, and intimately designed system where the NORM is to adapt, thrive, and experience 100% LIFE. He remains deeply humbled and awe-struck by the Innate wisdom ~the life-force~ of the human body, and is honored to serve the infinite potential that is deep within EACH individual waiting to be revealed.

His job as your Chiropractor is that of facilitation; to be one of your guides on your healing journey, to remind you of everything that’s right with-IN you, and to be a source of empowerment for you, your family, and the Dallas community. Dr. Chris is committed to serving people of ALL ages, in all walks of life, through the art of Chiropractic so that they may experience life through a more clear and connected lens.

What we chat about: 

• Dr. Chris’ journey to become a chiropractor 
• What vitalistic chiropractic care is and how it is different from traditional chiropractic care
• What a session with Dr. Chris might look like 
• How vitalistic chiropractic care may help release stress and trauma stored in the body
• The importance of the work we do outside of sessions with practitioners 
• My experience with vitalistic chiropractic and the impact it has had on me 
• What Dr. Chris does to regulate his nervous system 
• Why it is rebellious to slow down in our fast paced society
• The different types of clients that Dr. Chris sees
• Why vitalistic chiropractic care is great for families 
• The benefits of vitalistic chiropractic care for pregnant women 

Dr. Chris Cole’s Social Media Links: 

• Social Media: @dr.chriscole, @rhythmchiropractic.dallas
• Website: rhythmchiropracticdallas.com

My Social Media Links:

• Instagram: @connectingthedots.podcast, @kathlyncarneywellness
• TikTok: @connectingthedotspodcast, @kathlyncarneywellness 
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@connectingthedots.podcast 

My Partners:

• Kathlyn Carney Wellness Services
• Why Not Natural Affiliate Link 
• Manski's Wellness Affiliate Link 
• Organic Olivia Affiliate Link use code KCW for 10% off
• JOI (Just One Ingredient) - Delicious, Clean Label Plant Milk Bases use code KATHLYNCARNEYWELLNESS at checkout for 10% off
• ENERGYbits® | Spirulina and Chlorella Algae use code CTD at checkout for 20% off
• Live PACHA Affiliate Link use code CONNECTINGTHEDOTS at checkout for 20% off 

*Before purchasing any supplements from our partners, please consult with your physician or nutritionist 

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