Health on a WIMH: A Whatismyhealth Podcast

Illustrator Heather Molin, Owner of Wild Goat, Inc. joins host Mike Trovato for the tenth episode of the Whatismyhealth podcast, “Health on a WIMH.” “Life is like going through a maze— you don’t know where you’re going, you stumble and you find dead ends, but the door always opens on the other side.” Art can be stressful and stress-relieving, a form of interpretive communication, and a guide on life’s journey. Heather talks about how her path to becoming the illustrator of a children’s book started with a trip to Ireland that inspired her love of sheep. Check out more on www.whatismyhealth.com.

Illustrator Heather Molin, Owner of Wild Goat, Inc. joins host Mike Trovato for the tenth episode of the Whatismyhealth podcast, “Health on a WIMH.” Sometimes others can see things within us before we are able to see it for ourselves. Heather and Mike talk about what they thought they wanted to be when they grew up, and how Heather’s appreciation for medieval history and nature has inspired her artwork. Heather shares her favorite mediums to work with, and how her experiences sculpting marble in the woods of Vermont shifted her artwork to reflect her love of animals. Check out more on www.whatismyhealth.com.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Samantha Nilsson joins host Mike Trovato for the ninth episode of the Whatismyhealth podcast, “Health on a WIMH.” There are many perspectives on body image besides weight, diet, and exercise that don’t get nearly as much attention. We don’t necessarily have to agree in order to expand our perspectives and be mindful of the value in other’s stories. Samantha and Mike talk about how body image is a commonly shared experience, and how letting yourself be open enough to share your struggle can help somebody else with theirs. Check out more on www.whatismyhealth.com.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Samantha Nilsson joins host Mike Trovato for the ninth episode of the Whatismyhealth podcast, “Health on a WIMH.” Body image has been around for centuries, but the image we as a society strive for has changed over time. Comparing ourselves to others can make it hard for us to feel like it’s OK to be ourselves, so how can we use social media to help us improve rather than keep us stuck in the same place? Samantha and Mike discuss how social media doesn’t always show the full reality of life, and how it can distort our perceptions of what will make us happy. Check out more on www.whatismyhealth.com.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Samantha Nilsson joins host Mike Trovato for the ninth episode of the Whatismyhealth podcast, “Health on a WIMH.” What if we focused more on how we felt instead of on the numbers we see on the scale? We often hear about obesity and obsess over losing weight, but weight gain and eating disorders are equally important, albeit less talked about body image issues. Samantha and Mike go head-to-head in a challenge to name characters associated with different food brands and talk about the mixed messages we receive from advertising and the media. Check out more on whatismyhealth.com.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker Samantha Nilsson joins host Mike Trovato for the ninth episode of the Whatismyhealth podcast, “Health on a WIMH.” With the prevalence of social media, it’s hard not to compare ourselves— and our bodies— to others, for better or for worse. Samantha and Mike talk about the stigmas surrounding mental health and how their own experiences with body image issues have led them to advocate for people struggling with their own. “In Our Own Skin: A Multicultural Collection About Body Image” officially launches today, June 6th, 2018 on whatismyhealth.com.

Certified Personal Trainer Sean Jackson joins host Mike Trovato for the eighth episode of the Whatismyhealth podcast, “Health on a WIMH." We all do things in our own time, in our own way. It’s important to be confident and honest with ourselves about where we are, and finding what works for you to make positive lifestyle changes. Sean and Mike talk about making it a priority to find ways to make adjustments and incorporate healthy habits into our routines. Check out more on whatismyhealth.com.

Certified Personal Trainer Sean Jackson joins host Mike Trovato for the eighth episode of the Whatismyhealth podcast, “Health on a WIMH." Self-confidence can help you adapt and elevate yourself and others when things don't go as planned. Sean and Mike talk about adapting the way we communicate and act in order to teach others or complete a task. Check out more on whatismyhealth.com.

Certified Personal Trainer Sean Jackson joins host Mike Trovato for the eighth episode of the Whatismyhealth podcast, “Health on a WIMH." No matter how well-planned a workout may be, if the body can’t perform, the plans need to be changed- and that's not necessarily a bad thing. Sean and Mike talk about how important it is to learn to communicate in different ways, and how we can bounce back from and use our “failures” as information to help make us better. Check out more on whatismyhealth.com.

Certified Personal Trainer and Eating Psychology Coach Savanna Venier joins host Mike Trovato for the seventh episode of the Whatismyhealth podcast, “Health on a WIMH." Our conversations and our work tend to be more productive when we direct our focus and energy on sharing ideas more so than just "being right." Savanna and Mike talk about how balancing jobs, family, and relationships requires communication, effort, and energy. Check out more on whatismyhealth.com.