Courageous Wellness

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Courageous Wellness episodes

October 30, 2019 Sandy Sitron On Birth Charts, Mercury Retrograde, and Saturn Return
This week on the podcast we welcome astrologist Sandy Sitron to the show! Sandy is a a self proclaimed Law of Attraction Astrologer, and uses astrology to help individuals use their own birth chart to discover deeper blocks, profound gifts, and live the life of their dreams. Sandy is also an author and has written articles and horoscopes for the popular website The Numinous and specializes in Saturn Return!
On this episode we dive deep into birth charts, and even go a bit into our own, we have a conversation on mercury retrograde (which coincidentally starts again tomorrow -- October 31st through November 20th!) and explore Saturn Return, a very personal and significant time in astrology that occurs up to 3 times in our lives! We hope you enjoy the episode.
To learn more about Sandy you can visit her website: https://www.sandysitron.com
and you can also follow her on instagram http://instagram.com/sandysitron
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1 hr 7 min
October 23, 2019 Megan Accardo on Transforming Stress, Powering Your Purpose and Living Authentically
Today on the Courageous Wellness podcast we sit down with Megan Accardo, host of the, Power Your Purpose Podcast! On this episode Megan discusses how landing her dream job (planning events for one of the world’s largest talent agencies!) prompted her body to have a major shutdown and experience severe burnout -- which led to a host of physical conditions including; SIBO, hypertension, leaky gut, infertility, severe bloating, constipation, and candida.
Megan shares her courageous journey of leaving the high stress agency world and how she slowly began a process of healing and tapping into her own greater potential.
Megan has since launched a coaching business for women where she uses her background in high end celebrity event planning to bring together women in a meaningful way. Her goal is to help people tap into their greatest potential so that they can have the careers and lives that reflect their personal best. You will definitely be inspired by Megan's journey and the tips she shares to live your absolute best life.
You can also catch us on Megan’s podcast Power Your Purpose -- so be sure to check it out!
To learn more about Megan you can visit her website: https://www.meganaccardo.com/
and you can also follow her on instagram @MeganAccardo
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52 min
October 16, 2019 Dr. Orbuch and Dr. Stein, Authors of “Beating Endo” Discuss Endometriosis, Whole Body Treatment, and the Trouble with our Healthcare System & Insurance
Welcome to this weeks episode of Courageous Wellness! Today we sit down with leading gynecologist and endometriosis specialist Dr. Iris Kerin Orbuch and world-renowned pelvic pain specialist and physical therapist Dr. Amy Stein. Dr. Stein and Dr. Orbuch have long partnered with each other and with other healthcare practitioners to address Endometriosis and the disease’s host of co-existing conditions—which can include pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, gastrointestinal ailments, painful bladder syndrome, central nervous system sensitization—through a WHOLE-mind AND WHOLE-body approach.

In June, the two doctors released a book titled: 'BEATING ENDO: How to Reclaim Your Life from Endometriosis'a head-to-toe recovery from the invisible illnesses; On this episode we discuss their mind body approach to Endometriosis treatment, the struggles they have experienced with their patients, the difficult health care and insurance system, and how the condition is still misunderstood and mistreated by the medical community.

After you finish this episode, if you haven’t already, you can listen to our episode with Lara Parker who discusses her experience living with Endometriosis and chronic pain. Please enjoy the episode!

Dr. Orbuch can be found at www.LAGynDr.com and www.NYCrobotic.com and followed on Instagram @dririsorbuch

Dr. Stein can be found at www.beyondbasicsphysicaltherapy.com
www.healpelvicpain.com and on instagram at @beyondbasicspt

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1 hr 9 min
October 09, 2019 Mia Lux Talks Humor and Wellness, Being Concious-Ish, and Quitting Sugar
Happy Wellness Wednesday! On this episode of the podcast, we welcome the lovely Mia Lux! Mia is an international host, comedian & facilitator, and she specializes in top wellness and personal development events around the world. She is also the creator and host of The Conscious-ish Show where she is making it her mission, one episode at a time, to make the world's most powerful ideas more accessible by making them truly enjoyable! If you're laughing, you're learning!
On this episode we discuss Mia’s spiritual, mental and physical health journey from combatting teenage depression to dealing with a lead poisoning diagnosis as an adult. We hear about her fascinating story from being a recovering lawyer to a school teacher and eventually to getting outside of her comfort zone and finding comedy as her creative outlet. She takes us through the science behind laughter and how entertainment can really be a tool for people to open their minds, relax their bodies and absorb new information! Mia has a fun and fresh approach to tackling what can often feel like daunting subject matters. We had such a fun time recording with her and we hope you have fun listening to all of her insight in this episode!

Also, Mia recommends two books to us during the episode. For anyone interested here are the links!
The Great Work of Your Life by Stephen Cope and A Guide to the Good Life by William B. Irvine

You can find Mia and her Conscious-ish episodes at her website: www.consciousish.com

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1 hr 1 min
October 02, 2019 Dr. Will Cole Gives The Functional Medicine Breakdown, Discusses The Inflammation Spectrum, and Shares His Passion for Patients
Happy Wellness Wednesday! On this episode of the podcast, we welcome Dr. Will Cole, IFMCP, D.C., leading functional- medicine expert. Dr. Cole specializes in clinically investigating underlying factors of chronic disease and customizing health programs for thyroid issues, autoimmune conditions, hormonal dysfunctions, digestive disorders, and brain problems.
Dr. Cole was named one of the top 50 functional-medicine and integrative doctors in the nation and is a health expert and course instructor for the world’s largest wellness brands such as mindbodygreen and goop. He is also the co-host of the popular Goop podcast, #Goopfellas, with chef and restauranteur, Seamus Mullen.
On this episode we learn about Dr. Cole’s early life, how it lead him to a career in functional medicine and why he is so passionate about the work he does. He also breaks down what functional medicine is, talks in depth about a Keto-tarian lifestyle, which stems from his first best- selling book, by the same name. We also discuss inflammation in the body and why he chose to write his new book, The Inflammation Spectrum (on pre-order now) and out October 15th! Dr. Cole also gives us insight in what the emotional aspects of being a healthcare practitioner can be like and shares how rewarding his clinical practice is to him. We are grateful to Dr. Will for having this conversation and sharing his knowledge with us an our audience!

You can find and follow Dr. Will Cole and his work on instagram @drwillcole, his WEBSITE or pre-order The Inflammation Spectrum HERE.

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55 min
September 25, 2019 Candice Puthawala Talks Stress and Disease, Leaving a Successful Career in Fashion, and Beauty Bar Chocolate
Happy Wellness Wednesday! On this episode of the podcast, we welcome Candice Puthawala, founder of Beauty Bar Chocolate. Beauty Bar Chocolate is a sugar-free, raw chocolate bar that helps relieve stress, fights fatigue and balances hormones all while giving your skin that natural spa glow. It is made with hand selected super-foods, adaptogens and pearl collagen -- and it is delicious.
Candice's journey to her own chocolate beauty brand was far from linear. As a single mother who worked in the fashion industry for over 18 years, Candice ended up burnt out and plagued with severe chronic illness. Living a life of in constant high stress, led to her experiencing inflammation, candida, thyroid issues, and anxiety. In order to heal, Candice left the fashion world and decided to change her life -- starting with her diet.
Her complete mind, body, and soul transformation -- which she details on this episode of the podcast -- not only healed her chronic ailments, but led her to create Beauty Bar. On this episode we have a deep dialogue about her complete transformation from her career, to her health, and to where she is now. You will definitely be inspired by Candice's courageous journey!
To learn more and shop Beauty Bar Chocolate visit: https://beautybarchocolate.com or follow Candice on instagram
@awholeandhappylife and @beautybarchocolate
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53 min
September 18, 2019 Alexandra Catalano of Eat Cute Discusses Overcoming an Eating Disorder, Giving up Sugar, and Using Food to Heal
This week on the podcast we sit down with Alexandra Catalano, a healthy lifestyle expert, two time TEDx speaker, recipe developer, and creator of the blog and brand Eat Cute. Traveling the country, Alexandra lectures at colleges and corporate events, providing nutritional counseling, meal plans, cooking demonstrations, and cleanse programs. She is also the author of: From Beer Bongs to Broccoli: The College Kid's Guide To Health and Wellness (Volume 1)
On this episode we discuss Alexandra's personal journey to wellness and her story of overcoming an eating disorder. We also discuss food trends, giving up sugar, accessible food and lifestyle tips, how to navigate cooking and healthy eating, and how the process of learning to do both changed her life. Enjoy the episode!
To learn more you can visit https://www.alexandracatalano.com
or follow Alexandra's instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/eatcute/

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54 min
September 11, 2019 Dorian Morris of Undefined Beauty on CBD Skincare, Destigmatizing Cannabis, and Social Impact
On this week’s episode of the podcast we have an in depth conversation with Dorian Morris, the founder of Undefined Beauty! Dorian is a Harvard Business grad who took her years of expertise from working with brands such as Kendo and CoverGirl and transitioned into running her own Beauty Line with a mission. Undefined beauty is a skin care brand committed to changing the narrative and democratizing beauty. Undefined is Non-toxic, non-irritating and packed with powerful botanicals. It also uses high quality CBD and makes it part of a luxurious yet accessible beauty routine.

On this episode we talk about how Dorian has taken skincare one step further by infusing social purpose into everything she does. She also supports other female run minority owned brands through her Undefined Collective. On this calll, we also welcome Dorian’s adorable pup Monaco, so please excuse any pup sounds that you might hear in the background. We also will welcome Monaco in -- toward the end of the episode!

Dorian has also given our listeners an exciting discount code! For 15% off you can visit www.un-definedbeauty.com and use the code COURAGEOUS at checkout!

To learn more about Undefined Beauty you can also follow them on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/undefinedbeauty_co/

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49 min
September 04, 2019 Nadine Jane on Astrology, Birth Charts, and Empowerment
This week on the podcast, we sit down with astrologist Nadine Jane! Nadine has used her history in the fashion and beauty industry and combined it with her passion for astrology to create a massive Instagram platform that makes astrology fresh, modern, and accessible to her followers.

On this episode, Nadine shares with us how her interest and passion for astrology formed, what astrology actually is, where it comes from, and how it can be a key component in our health and wellness journey. Nadine also shares her vision to integrate her astrology work with IFS and Parts Work Therapy. This episode is equal parts educational and fun and teaches us about how we can further get to know and empower ourselves through astrology!

To learn more about Nadine you can visit her website at: https://www.nadinejaneastrology.com

and follow her on instagram @nadinejane_astrology

Nadine's Book Recommendation:
1) The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma
2) The Only Astrology Book You'll Ever Need
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54 min
August 28, 2019 Aly & Erica Discuss The Positivity Charge, Inclusivity and Judgement in Wellness
Happy Wellness Wednesday! Today it is just the two of us on the podcast and we are recording live from New York City! On this episode we recap The Positivity Charge wellness retreat in Philadelphia and discuss everything we learned and our experience. We also have a deep conversation about inclusivity, judgement in wellness, alcohol, and SO much more.
If you want to learn more about The Positivity Charge you can visit: http://thepositivitycharge.com/
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56 min

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