Alcohol is a normalized habitual tradition that is used around the world to bring people together. From holidays, birthday parties, to social gatherings, more likely than not you will see alcohol consumption. Why is it so normalized in our society? I personally believe getting drunk stops you from reaching maximum potential. You are not open to receive all the infinite information the universe is trying to send you when you are getting black out wasted. It stops your production, mental processing, and disrupts your flow state. Aside from being a dangerous neurotoxin, alcohol just doesn't seem to have that much of a place in my life anymore. I occasionally enjoy red wine from time to time, but getting drunk does not feel right to me anymore. Cole and I dig into what it is like to abstain from alcohol.

Get in touch with Cole:

Instagram @gypsysoulcole 

It is my pleasure to welcome to the show Dr. Ashley Beckman. She is a doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, an acupuncturist, and a Chris Kresser ADAPT Institute certified Functional Medicine Practioner. She is a practitioner that focuses on nutrition, epigenetics, and detox. 

In this episode:

- Dr. Ashleys background in TCM, acupuncture, and Functional Medicine

-Adaptogenic herb recipes

-Matcha tea benefits

-Rotating supplements and food choices seasonally

-How to use epigenetics  to your advance your health.

-Dr. Ashleys experience dealing with adrenal fatigue

-Keto/Carb Cycling, Paleo, Veganism

-Dr. Ashleys detox protocol

Get in touch with Dr. Ashley beckman

Instagram: @drashleybeckman

Website:https://drashley.com

Show Notes:

Four Sigmatic: 

https://us.foursigmatic.com

Mountain Rose Herbs:

https://www.mountainroseherbs.com

Berkey water filter:

https://www.berkeyfilters.com

Dr. Beckmans Huffington Post article:

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/5-ways-to-make-matcha-a-part-of-your-daily-routine_b_5a0b700ce4b060fb7e59d475?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuaHVmZnBvc3QuY29tL2F1dGhvci9hc2hsZXktYmVja21hbi1tdXJyYXk&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAJeyePl9tx7oGkehrkbAiJgcA_FzPp46mOHRAG0szV-W2f-vyQaelacnOr-_nKZKGO3hq5W1wTLNrmcdwJ9VuE7O9qjGe7cAhHuqWB04RGm-gr-aQintq0Va0qrlhGGuig2GlnHTO_BW2h6oMpr0RRdMGg47JuGKZcyyDqv2OXAB

In this episode if Integrative Thoughts I had the pleasure of interviewing Naiyma Thompson. Naiyma is an IFBB Bikini Pro and the host of the "Bikini Diaries" podcast. As a child Naiyma was very interested in being a model. While continuing her knowledge of the modeling world she realized how quickly genetics and height would play a major role in her advancement in this arena. She quickly let her dream of taking the stage die, that is until she found herself competing in her high school body building competition. A decade later she is a starting a business, an IFBB pro, and host a podcast all surrounding her favorite sport. 

In this episode we get into:

-Naiyma's past as an athlete and a competitor

-Her dietary protocol on and off season

-The emotions, prep, and judging involved in the day of the show

-The benefits she experienced while trying intermittent fasting

-Her favorite quotes, books she reading, and personal development

-Her mindset to become #1

Get in contact with Naiyma:

Instagram: @naiymafit

My Affirmation Leggings: https://www.etsy.com/listing/713847149/my-affirmation-black-leggings?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=affirmation+leggings&ref=sr_gallery-1-4&organic_search_click=1&col=1

Podcast: Bikini Diaries

Show Notes:

The Success principles:

 https://www.amazon.com/Success-Principles-TM-Where-Want/dp/0060594896

Sleep Mode melatonin: 

https://www.amazon.com/Bulletproof-Softgels-Asleep-Faster-Nights/dp/B06XT2PQYT/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3CFDFARWLLT5O&keywords=sleep+mode+melatonin&qid=1562952016&s=gateway&sprefix=sleep+mode+mela%2Cstripbooks%2C157&sr=8-3

Fasting tips:

https://www.amazon.com/Intermittent-Fasting-Cheat-Sheet-Transform/dp/1727019768/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=ben+azadi&qid=1562952059&s=gateway&sr=8-2

Find a coach with Team Boss Bodies:

https://www.teambossbodies.com

Gretchen truly is a light warrior. Someone who has been sent to Earth to give meaning and understanding to the deepest parts of oneself. She began her career in addiction and suicide counseling. Knowing that the burden of taking on these task would be short lived, she decided to follow her passion of Astrology. Gretchen uses symbolic meaning, energy, and a special blend of her prior counseling skills to give you a one of a kind insight. Sit back and let the powerful Gretchen shed some light on you! 

Get in contact with Gretchen:

Instagram @wingwomansessions

Website: https://www.wingwoman.space 

Ben Azadi struggled with addiction for most of his life. He suffered from video games, substances, but mostly struggled with food. Being overweight with no direction in his life Ben decided to make a shift. Through veganism, and the famous at home workout plan P90X, Ben shredded 80 pounds of pure fat. This was the beginning of his health journey. He started as a personal trainer then crossed over into the world of health coaching. Today he is on the cutting edge of all things health and wellness related. Ben is a low carb advocate, and posts endless amounts of content explaining why. In today episode we discuss metabolic flexibility, high quality meats, what he describes as keto flexing, and most importantly gratitude. 

Get in touch with Ben:

Instagram: @thebenazadi

Youtube: 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUh_MOM621MvpW_HLtfkLyQ

Keto Kamp: 

https://www.ketokampinnercircle.com/start-v1

Amazon:

 https://www.amazon.com/Ben-Azadi/e/B0786PXW5R%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

Change is one the most uncomfortable, inevitable yet fundamental aspects of life. Whether you are growing a following, starting a business, moving, changing your diet, or just plain evolving, change can be a grueling task. In this episode my fiancé and I talk about embracing change!

Get in touch with Cole:

Instagram: @gypsysoulcole

Daniel O'Shaughnessy is an addiction counselor turned award winning functional medicine nutritionist from London. We begin our discussion talking about addiction, and then jump over to the nutritional principles. We touch on the differences in food and supplement regulation between the United Kingdom and the States. Daniel explains to us the health issues surrounding the LGTB community. We give tips for morning routines, sleep, carb intake, personalised nutrition, and much more. 

Get in contact with Daniel:

Instagram: @thenakednutritionist 

Website: https://www.thenakednutritionist.co.uk 

Book: https://unbound.com/books/naked-nutrition/ 

Products we mention:

Bulletproof collagen bar: https://www.bulletproof.com/products/vanilla-shortbread-collagen-protein-bar-12-pack 

Primal Kitchen: https://www.primalkitchen.com 

Acupressure mat:https://www.amazon.com/s?k=acupressure+mat&ref=nb_sb_noss_1 

Genova: https://www.gdx.net 

Grass Fed beef liver capsules: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=antler+farms+liver&ref=nb_sb_noss_2 

Oura Ring: https://ouraring.com 

Sam Belyea is an author, massage therapist, and owner of The Foot Whisperer Reflexology Institute. Sam originally attended college to become a physical therapist, but instead decided to venture off into the world of massage therapy. In the midst of trying to keep up with all of the deep tissue work his clients demanded, Sam acquired an injury. Feeling lost and wondering which direction his career would shift he found himself in a reflexology course. The rest was history. Today Sam has a growing online community, a book, a business, and an institute where he teaches reflexology to students. Reflexology is the art and science of bringing balance to the body by stimulating therapeutic reflexes in the extremities i.e. the hands, feet, and ears. Im sure you can tell by the name of his business that Sam's work is solely, pun intended, based around the feet. Reflexology is most effective at balancing hormones, regulating organ and gland function, relieving chronic pain, and promoting deep relaxation. His institute also provides services in massage therapy, cupping, yoga, mediation, and ayurveda. 

Get in contact with Sam:

Instagram: @footwhisperersam

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/footwhisperersam/

Website: https://www.footwhisperer.com 

Alli Mannix is the owner of The Mannix Co. Her job is to capture special moments for others, and bring them to life. Her photography is one of a kind. She highlights a profound level of raw emotion, passion, and creativity to each photo shoot. Before becoming the entreprenuer she is today life threw many obstacles her way. At one point Alli was even fired just months before giving birth to her child. Pregnant, unhireable, and desperate she founded The Mannix Co.

Get in contact with Alli:

Instagram: @themannixco

www.themannixco.com

Matt Moreau is a lifelong friend/brother/mentor that I admire deeply. He has been on a mission to achieve financial freedom since the day I have met him. Aside from his business accomplishments Matt is also just as persistent with his personal development. We are on common ground in our belief that business and personal development run hand in hand. In this episode we discuss morning meditation, his gratitude journal, and the nature of running a business with his soul mate. Its always a pleasure when I get to have intellectual conversation with Matt. Enjoy.

Get in touch with Matt:

Instagram: @plutopropertygroup

www.plutopropertygroup.com