Essential Self-Care

After a 7-month hiatus, Essential Self-Care is back with new episodes, fresh insights, and meaningful conversations to support you on your journey of cultivating a kinder, more compassionate relationship with yourself—so you can show up as your best, most radiant self in all walks of your life.

In this solocast episode, you’ll get a peek at what I’ve been up to the past 7 months—including a preview of my new book and the six steps that may help you rediscover inner calm amidst the noise of the world around you.

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In this milestone episode, I’m celebrating 100 episodes of the Essential Self-Care Podcast! Over the past three years, I’ve had the privilege of speaking with 60 guests who’ve shared their stories, insights, and wisdom around self-care.

In this special solocast, I reflect on some of the biggest themes that have emerged:

-Self-care is a journey, not a destination

-Saying no and setting boundaries is tough, but essential

-Our physical bodies can be powerful entry points for self-care, through movement, dance, or other forms of exercise

-Self-care looks different for everyone, and it shifts with each season of life

I also share what this show has meant to me personally and reveal an important announcement: I’ll be taking an intentional pause from recording new episodes.

But don’t worry, this podcast isn’t going anywhere! You can continue to tune in, replay your favorite episodes, and catch up on the ones you may have missed.

A heartfelt thank you for tuning in and for allowing me to play a small part in your self-care journey.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Nneka Unachukwu, also known as Dr. Una. As a physician and founder of EntreMD, Dr. Una helps doctors build profitable businesses and practice medicine on their own terms. In this episode, however, Dr. Una and I get personal - she shares a pivotal moment when EntreMD was recognized on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies. This milestone made her realize the importance of becoming a good steward of herself in order to continue giving back and paying it forward.

Dr. Una walks us through the five self-care practices that have become non-negotiables in her life: prayer & meditation, long walks, weightlifting, setting boundaries, and reading. We also discuss the importance of experimenting to find what truly works for you. We reflect upon how self-care often involves reconnecting with activities that once brought you joy, peace, and contentment and finding ways to reinvigorate them in your life today.

This conversation offers practical insight and inspiration to prioritize yourself and steward your life with intention.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Jennifer Fluke, a physician assistant and founder of Inspiring Wild Hearts. She shares how she found peace and healing during one of the most challenging times in her life. Through intentional hikes and moments of stillness in nature, Jenn discovered that slowing down was essential to her recovery from a traumatic event.

We talk about why taking life at a gentler pace can feel uncomfortable at first, how multitasking can actually get in the way of true processing, and why rest without guilt is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. Jenn also shares her biggest lesson from this journey: to be gentle with yourself and know that needing rest is not weakness — it’s wisdom.

If you’ve been running on empty or struggling to give yourself permission to pause, this episode will remind you that slowing down might be exactly what you need.

Connect with Jenn here: https://www.inspiringwildhearts.com/

@inspiringwildhearts

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In this wanderlust episode, I’m joined by Bianca Lynch, travel content creator and digital nomad, who shares how travel became an essential part of her self-care journey. From an impromptu trip to El Salvador that sparked unexpected peace, to booking one-way tickets to Brazil with her husband, Bianca reveals how exploring the world on a budget has also helped her explore deeper parts of herself.

We talk about how travel pushes the boundaries of comfort, builds confidence and resilience, and reminds us of the unshakeable strength within.

If you’ve ever longed to pack a bag and see what’s waiting for you beyond your daily routine, this conversation will remind you why the journey is worth it.

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When Dr. Stephanie Pearson’s career as an OB/GYN was cut short by a work-related injury, she discovered something shocking - her disability insurance didn’t cover her the way she thought it would. That life-altering moment set her on a new path of advocacy, education, and empowerment.

In this episode, Dr. Pearson shares why understanding the fine print of your insurance policies is a vital, although often overlooked, part of self-care. She breaks down what you really need to know about your insurance policy, common pitfalls to avoid, and how to take the first steps toward safeguarding your future.

If you’ve never thought much about your coverage, this conversation might just change that, and change your life.

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In this episode, I’m joined by TeezySoDope, a hip-hop artist, entrepreneur, and creative force. She shares a pivotal season of her life when she no longer recognized herself and began experiencing vision changes. Her body was sending her a message that she could no longer ignore. What followed was a powerful turning point that invited her to pause, listen, and realign.

From embracing a plant-based diet to surrendering to deep rest after surgery, Teezy began to clear her mind, replenish her energy, and reconnect with her Highest Self. Now, eight years later, she continues to ground herself daily through prayer, self-check-ins, and long showers.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to keep pushing, even when your body is asking you to slow down, then this conversation is for you. It’s a reminder that rest is the real work.

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What would you regret more: trying and failing, or never trying at all?

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Emanuel Perez, former tech startup CEO turned creative visionary and founder of Explay, a lab for self-expression and bold experimentation. Emanuel shares how a life-altering car accident prompted him to finally listen to what had been tugging at his soul, to stop putting off the ideas that wouldn’t leave him alone, and to bet on himself again.

Together, we explore themes from his personal manifesto, including the intersection of fear and curiosity, the difference between side quests and your true path, and the beauty of taking up space in the world with your whole self. Emanuel reminds us that living fully (not perfectly) is what matters most.

If you’ve ever felt the pull to do something bold, creative, or deeply personal but held back out of fear, this conversation is your nudge to take that first step.

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Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of suicidal ideation. Please take care while listening. If you or someone you know is struggling, help is available. Call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for free, confidential support 24/7.

What happens when your career, and identity, are taken from you in an instant?

In this powerful episode, Dr. Stephanie Pearson, board-certified OB/GYN turned physician advocate and co-founder of PearsonRavitz, shares her deeply personal self-care journey following a career-ending injury. From the depths of despair to rediscovering purpose, she reminds us that healing takes a village and that asking for help is a profound act of strength.

Through therapy, connection, and daily visits to the dog park, Stephanie slowly began to shed her old identity and redefine what success and fulfillment look like beyond a medical career.

If you’ve ever found yourself navigating a major life shift, this episode is a moving testament to resilience, reinvention, and the power of community.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Malasri Chaudhery-Malgeri, psychologist, speaker, and founder of Synergy Center. Dr. Mala shares her innovative approach of Rehabilitative Martial Arts, which blends cognitive behavioral therapy with martial arts principles to help clients reconnect with their power, reframe negative thoughts, and release stored emotions like anger in a safe, supported environment.

We explore how movement, whether through martial arts, yoga, or dance, can serve as a metaphor for life, helping you navigate boundaries, build confidence, and find your voice.

If you're curious about somatic approaches to self-care and the mind-body connection, this conversation is for you!

Connect with Dr. Mala: https://www.drmala.net/

https://www.thesynergycenter.net/

@theofficialdrmala

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