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If presented with the option to take the road more or less travelled upon, which would you choose? Today’s episode with Cori Finglass dives deep into both options and how to navigate whichever path you choose. Cori shares her start in college and the transition into ‘real life’ where you’re suddenly flung into the world and completely responsible for yourself. She shares the emotions and experiences she had while making that shift and gives tangible advice for anyone graduating college, entering the workforce, or trying to figure ‘it’ out. In this we discuss thetrajectory through careers as well as the gradual pull she felt to do something more and start paving her own path. Cori shares how and when she started her blog as well as instagram @matchaandmargs and how each platform played a part in her decision to leave corporate America. Taking the leap is never easy so Cori walks us through the emotional and mental process that occurs when taking the leap in leaving corporate America for something new and unknown. And as the latest addition to her life, learn how Cori landed her job with Georgia Grinders and the networking tips that landed the job! To connect with Cori find her at https://matchaandmargs.com/ or her instagram www.instagram.com/matchaandmargs If you enjoyed today's episode feel free to share it on social and tag me @emilyfeikls or leave a rate/review on iTunes or Apple Podcasts! *** To try CURED Nutrition and see the benefits of CBD in your life use code in episode for $10 off your first purchase of $50 or more! For the benefits of shopping Terrasoul Superfoods use code in episode for 20% off your order!

Get ready to laugh, feel inspired, and learn the BTS of today’s guest, Jera Foster Fell. As a rising entrepreneur in the instagram influencer space, Jera has transformed her account over 4 years time to become both a career and a lifestyle for this vibrant and genius boss babe. We go back in time and discuss what Jera was like as a child and how those attributes carried through to today. In this we discuss creativity, building a brand, how Jera transformed her instagram, her vulnerable moments, and the BTS of working in this space.She also shares how her best advice for cultivating community, building friendships, and finding love whether you’re a busy bee, an entrepreneur, or lonely in the city! Learn how Jera feels imposter syndrome as well as how she combats it with tangible advice for how to move past those limiting beliefs! And last but not least is the topic of ‘ballin on a budget’ and how Jera manages her finances while being an entrepreneur in the city. Find Jera on instagram @jera.bean and I’m @emilyfeikls If you resonated with something we said, let us know! Share the episode on your stories and tag us both. To leave a rate and review of the podcast go to iTunes or Apple Podcasts and search for “Let’s Thrive”, you can even subscribe! 

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Gut issues are running rampant these days with people of all walks of life experiencing them. Whether clinically diagnosed or just the daily aches and pains, gut issues can play a major role on our lives. Today’s guest, Abby Harris, is a prime example of how gut issues can change your life but also lead to great personal development. From an eating disorder to rather random health crises, Abby walks us through her journey to discovering the root cause and healing her gut. She explains how she found the right doctor, what did and didn’t work for her, how to not fall into diet mentality, and the steps she took to heal herself. In this we discuss adrenal fatigue, thyroid imbalances, holistic vs western medicine, infrared sauna, and more. Today’s episode is packed full of knowledge and insight to help you take charge of your health and heal your gut. Better yet, Abby granted the Let’s Thrive listeners a code for 30% her ebook! The online download is full of gut friendly recipes for all body/lifestyle types! Use the code: letsthrive for 30%, find the ebook on her site https://www.therunningcarrot.net/ under the ‘shop’ tab. To connect with Abby on instagram head to @therunningcarrot and find me @emilyfeikls. To try the delicious and fresh Joolie’s Dates head to https://joolies.com/ and use code thrive20 for 20% off your order! And don't forget to leave a rate/review on iTunes or Apple Podcasts and subscribe to have weekly downloads!

We all know those diet cycles that have either infringed on our own lives or someone we love. It’s a vicious yo-yo effect that today’s guest, Robin Plotnik of @whatrobineats, knows of all too well. She walks us through her journey from losing weight in her youth to obsessive health, weight gain and more. Also touching on how the start of her modeling career and years of pageant contests spurred a difficult relationship to food and exercise. Robin shares why she became a nutritionist and the number one lesson it taught her, as well as why she decided to leave the field. We discuss how body image can shift over time and why health is more than just a goal to reach. It’s a deep lesson on intuitive health and what can happen when we lose touch with our inner sense of knowing. To find Robin: her instagram is @whatrobineats and her blog is at https://whatrobineats.com/ Find me on instagram @emilyfeikls and don’t forget to tag us when you share! >> For all CURED Nutrition products, use code: ‘letsthrive’ for 10% off your first order of $50 or more on https://www.curednutrition.com/ >>> If you feel called to it, feel free to leave a rate/review on iTunes or Apple Podcasts!

We’re going deep today and sharing it all in this SOLO episode with yours truly, aka me! The topic is Break the Stigma and I share my journey of being labeled a college ‘dropout” as well as the stereotype of Hepatitis C. I explain why the term ‘college dropout’ is wrongly used and share the events leading up to my decision to withdraw from college and pursue my passions. This leads directly into my health journey where I explain the years of symptoms and appointments leading to the diagnosis. In this I explain why I don’t abide by the stigma placed upon Hepatitis C patients as well as my views on it. There’s rambling, facts, and lots of words from my heart in this one so be warned! >>> Find me on instagram @emilyfeikls and let me know what you thought of today's episode! You can also leave a rate/review or even subscribe on iTunes or Apple Podcasts if you feel called to it. >>> To try CURED Nutrition head over to curednutrition.com and use code 'letsthrive' for $10 off your first order of $50 or more! DM me for any questions about CURED products or what I use!

Cozy up and settle in for a fun chat today with previous guest of the podcast, Allie Dawson of @actually_alexandra. This episode can truly relate to everyone as Allie and I discuss the struggle of change and learning to embrace it. Whether that be through friendships, travel, business, or life in general; change is never easy! Allie shares how she travels to maitain a healthy gut; how to approach the topic of food/health/lifestyle diversity with loved ones; and the struggle of gut health. She also delves into her business, Fears To Freedom, and the growth is has gone through. Taking it on as a solo entrepreneur, Allie shows what dedication and passion truly mean in business. In this we discuss how to find oneself and regroup when plans and partnerships suddenly fall through. Allie also shares what it means to future pace journal and the power of routine. There’s a lot of laughs, inspiration, and down to earth love in this episode, I truly hope it resonates with you! Connect with Allie on instagram @actually_alexandra. I’m @thrive_onlife if you liked today’s show feel free to share it and tag us! We’d love to chat with you! >>> CURED Nutrition CMB & Hemp Products can be found at curednutrition.com and use code "letsthrive" for $10 off your first order of $50 or more >>> To leave a rate and review simply head to iTunes or Apple Podcasts and search for 'Let's Thrive"

Was anyone else in love with those "what I eat in a day" videos that populated YouTube way back in the day? Well if so you're in for a treat because today's guest, Jazz Leaf, is a chef for professional athletes and gives us the lowdown of what all that entails. Jazz shares her journey from working in the corporate world for companies such as Warner Bros to landing the job as chef for pro athletes, specifically NBA (pro basketball) players. She utilizes her background in Nutritional Therapy to formulate meals perfect for long training sessions, pre and post workout, as well as combating issues such as bloat, inflammation, and blood sugar crashes to keep these guys in top condition. Better yet she shares all the knowledge in this episode so that you can learn to fuel and embrace the 'anti-diet' perspective that Jazz embodies! She shares her journey with health and how an anti-inflammatory lifestyle has worked wonders in healing from past physical trauma. Take notes and learn how to lead a busy yet healthful life all while enjoying the present moment! Find Jazz on instagram @recipes4health and stay tuned for her ebook to be released soon, the perfect addition to a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle! You can connect with me @emilyfeikls or the podcast instagram @letsthrivepodcast ... be sure to share the podcast on your instagram stories and tag us both! More so, feel free to subscribe or leave a rate/review on iTunes or Apple Podcasts, reach out if you have any questions. >>> Discount code for Hello Wellness events is 'LetsThrive15' for 15% off ticket prices, take advantage of this opportunity to expand your wellness community and learn something new!

It's not easy to be vulnerable and willing to share the good, the bad, and the ugly of one's personal life but today's guest, Erin Morrissey of the health blog/instagram @erinliveswhole, does a phenomenal job of it. Erin not only creates delicious and healthy recipes but also shares of her long road to recovery after an eating disorder and how she's crafted her bountiful life since then. We discuss what got her into the health world + how that turned destructive and ultimately into a disordered relationship with food, exercise, and self image. Erin walks us through her years of struggle and how she overcame things such as food fears, exercise addiction, mental turmoil, and destructive body image. She also explains how she managed relationships after this struggle, both holding on and letting go of people when needed. The health journey does not end there though as we then delve into her Melanoma scare and how it impacted her life. Erin shares how she was diagnosed, the decision that saved her life, and why skin protection is so important. Last but not least we discuss her booming and successful blog, Erin Lives Whole, that allowed her to take the leap from side hobby to full blown entrepreneur. Learn what she did and the mentality she had before making the leap. Find Erin @erinliveswhole or her blog https://www.erinliveswhole.com/ I'm on instagram @emilyfeikls And if you liked today's show feel free to share on your stories (tag us!) or leave a rate&review on Apple Podcasts or iTunes! *** the discount code for HelloWellness is LetsThrive15 for 15% off ticket prices, availble here https://www.hellowellness.com/

Keeping it raw and honest as usual, today’s guest Olivia Noceda from the instagram @olive.eeeats shares her very personal story of growth and transformation throughout the years. From an ‘aloof’ mindset and struggling with health to the vibrant and energetic woman she is today, Olivia discusses the high and low times, past issues, obstacles overcome, and the power of self discovery. We chat about the one year instagram hiatus that changed her life; her approach to routine and rituals; how she overcame limiting beliefs; past and present struggles with IBS and acne; the wonders of CBD; and so much more! Olivia was gracious enough to discuss her relationship and share how she navigates having a partner not interested in health. Also providing the tips and advice she’s followed to maximize their relationship. We also delve into Olivia’s health battle with Idiopathic Angioderma; covering her journey with it, how she’s healing, and the lessons she’s learned from it. The subject of instagram and community are brought up often in this episode with both of our interactions and opinions shared on it! *** The books that Olivia recommends are “When Things Fall Apart: Heart Advice for Difficult Times” by Pema Chodron and “The Alchemist” by Paulo Coelho. If you liked today’s episode please leave a rate, review, or even subscribe on iTunes; https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-thrive/id1450703792 You can connect with Olivia @olive.eeeats and myself @emilyfeikls

We’ve all had those epiphany moments that rock our world and usually lead to change in one form or another. Today’s guest, Julia Kelley, is a prime example of how one moment in time can change everything. She shares her journey from a childhood with hippy parents to rebellious teenage years and then the rock bottom moment that shifted her life path completely. In this we discuss how she found yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and most of all, astrology. Four years of research and self discovery has granted Julia a vast knowledge on everything astrology based which she shares in this interview! Learn how to use astrology, why it’s helpful to understand, and where to source your information from. Julia breaks down what astrology is and why it’s been so ‘knocked’ down in modern society as hocus pocus, bringing up some very valid points for this! Be sure to check out Julia’s two passions, her personal instagram/ blog @juliakelleyxo and https://www.julia-kelley.com/ as well as her famous astrology meme account @yourmomshoroscope You can connect with me @thrive_onlife and if you liked today’s show please feel free to leave a rate, review, or even subscribe on iTunes! Helps the show grow and means so much to me!