How your morning starts determines how your day goes, and being productive has nothing to do with when you get up, but how you get up. This episode is all about the importance of having a morning routine, and how you can create one that best fits your lifestyle. I go over 20 different morning habits that are proven practices for success, and then teach you how to structure your morning to incorporate the ones that will work best for you. Even if you already have a morning routine, this episode will likely inspire you to try something to take it to the next level! 

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Matthew Postlethwaite is an actor, known for the hit Netflix show Peaky Blinders, The White King, and Shooting Clerks (Which premiered recently at San Diego Comic Con). He is an advocate for mental health awareness and has recently launched his own wellness company called NUDE, which has launched their first range of products called NUDE Chocolate, filled with superfood and adaptogens. (*swoon*)

Matthew courageously shares his story about mental health challenges to advocate for mental wellness for all. He shares about how being in the depth of depression and darkness led him to found a company designed for making people feel better. I am so honored to have had the opportunity to chat with him as he shares his journey to make an impact for others out there listening. 

Follow Matthew on Instagram: @matthewpostlethwaite 

Try NUDE chocolate: www.eatnudebars.com; @eatnudebars on IG

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For more resources on mental health: www.activeminds.org; www.afsp.org

This solo episode of Life In Yoga Pants is a deeper diver into the power of holistic nutrition and how it helped my hair re-grow. 

Stress, inflammation, poor nutrition, hormone imbalance, and malabsorption are all really common reasons why someone might have issues with the health of their hair. It wasn’t that I started taking miracle hair gummy vitamins or just started wearing extensions to cover up the thinning (my hair is all mine, and the only time I’ve ever worn extensions was on stage for a couple of my fitness competitions). The solution was much less glamorous and less simple than that.

It took years of combining proper nutrition, supplementation, meditation, stress-management, holistic products, sleep hygiene, hormone balancing and patience before my hair got to a place where it felt really good again. In this episode I dive into some of the foods, supplements and self-care practices that helped my hair & health journey, and recommendations for you too. 

Read more details on my blog: www.empowered-bodies.com/blog

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Nicole Casteel is an Intuitive Healing Artist and Transformational Guide. She weaves together various medicines and modalities including breath, sound, shamanism, channeling and energy psychology to create a sacred space for healing and transformation.

She completed two degrees in classical voice performance and was pursuing the performance path when her soul called her into a completely different and truer calling. She is now a certified life coach, sound healer, breathwork facilitator, and energy medicine practitioner. In this beautiful episode of Life In Yoga Pants, she shares her story and her gifts with us. 

**Make sure you stay tuned until the end for a VERY special performance and gift from Nicole to all my listeners. 

Follow Nicole on Instagram: @wildheartresonance

Learn more about Nicole: www.nicolecasteel.com

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This has got to be my favorite solo episode I have done thus far. In episode 21 we dive into the importance of habits and behavior change, and how to create sustainable and impactful change in your life. I break down some of the science and psychology of behavior change, how to make it stick, and how to really start to make your brain work for you rather than against you. Habit formation is truly the foundation of our entire lives, and especially the work that I do with people when it comes to wellness. This episode is important for everyone to hear, for all areas of your life! 

Learn more about my Holistic Habits wellness guides at www.empowered-bodies.com/shop

Reach out to me for 1:1 habit change support and accountability: [email protected]

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Episode 20 of Life In Yoga Pants is MUST listen for just about everyone...if you have a human body, this episode is for you. Mobility expert Jen Esquer shares her valuable insight into the importance of mobility on overall health and wellbeing. 

Jen  is a Top 40 Physical Therapy Influencer and has been named one of the top 50 most influential healthcare professionals. With a Doctorate in physical therapy she is ranked as one of the Best Fitness Trainers on IG by Shape Magazine and has been featured in Self Magazine, Men’s Fitness, Muscle and Fitness as well as well as a select interview guest on CBS and on the RISE podcast with Mogul CEO Rachel Hollis. She is the Founder and Owner of Mobility Method, LLC, sits on the medical advisory board for Women’s Health and Strong Fitness magazine and is an online sensation with more than a 1/2 million followers and viral videos with millions of views helping people shape and reshape how they use their body.

As a self-proclaimed “mover”, Jen has spent more than 2/3 of her life upside down helping herself and those who are willing learn to listen to their body, reverse aging, eliminate pain and do the things they never thought possible. Now you probably understand why I was so excited to bring her on the show - not only do we share a love of being upside down, but we also share a passion for helping people feel better. 

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Learn more about her work: www.docjenfit.com

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This episode is very close to my heart, not only because I love exploring how to have healthier relationships and help other people do the same, but because I got to share this conversation with one of my very best friends, Monika Zands. 

An executive coach, business consultant, life strategist, keynote speaker and best-selling author, Monika loves to help successful entrepreneurs tap into their greatness and develop a mindset of ownership, awareness, compassion and service.  She has a Master’s in Spiritual Psychology, is a certified Master of NLP (Neuro-linguistic Programming) and her mission on the planet is to end self-inflicted suffering so people can be love and spread love. She is the co-founder of MOLO, a non-profit that employs a global movement to spread love on the planet by highlighting thought leaders and incubating other non-profits.  She has also partnered with her husband of 18 years, in janandmonika.com, an online platform to support people in having healthy and loving relationships. They live in Los Angeles with their three kids and two dogs.

In this episode, we dive into what it takes to have a successful marriage, healthy friendships, how to set boundaries, and most importantly how to do your own work so you can show up in a more empowered way with others. This is one you will want to bookmark and listen to again and again, as Monika shares so much valuable wisdom that we would all do well to remember. 

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Learn more about working with Monika: www.monikazands.com

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One of the most common questions I get asked as a nutritionist is about the benefits of intermittent fasting (or IF). So this episode is a great intro for those of you looking to learn more! I dive into what IF is, how you go about doing it, and what are some of the health benefits as well as some of the potential risks or contraindications. Remember, there is no "one size fits all" when it comes to health and especially nutrition, so you should always strive to listen to your own body above all else! 

For more nutrition tips and guidance, follow me on Instagram @megansherer and subscribe to my blog at www.empowered-bodies.com.

Don't forget to rate, review, and share this episode with friends if you enjoyed it! 

*Disclaimer: This podcast, and any of my public materials, are not meant to be construed as medical advice. Always seek the support of a trusted medical professional (MD, naturopathic doctor, certified nutritionist, dietician, etc) when making changes to your health habits and nutrition.  

Kim Anenberg Cavallo is the founder and CEO of lilspace, a company that elevates human connection in the digital age. Lilspace brings phone-free experiences to live events by activating wellness lounges, a time-tracking app and the social impact incentive Unplug for a Cause. With 25 years experience raising money for nonprofit organizations, event planning and community building, Kim's work is now centered at the intersection of digital wellness, social action and the music industry. What inspires Kim to unplug is spending time with her family and friends, traveling, hiking and practicing yoga.

Tune in to this episode to hear more about Kim's company, as well as why it's so important to establish your own digital wellness habits in this tech-filled world. 

Learn more: www.getlilspace.com & follow them on Instagram @getlilspace

Download the app in the Apple store today! 

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