EP27. Monica Hines knows firsthand the impact burnout, anxiety, and caregiving have on mental health. In this conversation, the nurse-turned-life coach, shares her insight from 18 years in the high-pressure environment of a hospital, revealing the tools she used to cope and how they reshaped her approach to health and wellness. Monica and I discuss the benefits of grounding and other mindfulness practices for mental wellness including the power of gratitude. This episode will help you understand the science behind the gut-brain connection and the impact of nature and self-compassion on mental health.

In this episode we cover:

• Monica’s journey towards holistic wellness
• The benefits of nature-based practices
• The significance of small micro-habits and the impact of dopamine on behavior
• The role of medication and therapy in managing mental health

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⇢ The Book: Rooted: Life at the Crossroads of Science, Nature and Spirit  

⇢ The Book: Earthing: The Most Important Health Discovery Ever?

⇢ Scientific Paper: The Effects of Grounding on Inflammation 

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⇢ Instagram: @MonicaHinesLifeCoach

⇢ Linked In: @MonicaHinesLifeCoaching

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