Medium Well

If you are interested in personal exploration and development, wellness, and spirituality, you likely have come across Holisticism. I am elated to be chatting with Michelle Pellizzon, Founder of Holisticism, today on the podcast! We dive into Michelle's story, how she came to build Holisticism, what wellness means and looks like to Michelle, how to find purpose, and much more.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Michelle's health journey

• How Michelle moved through her epilepsy diagnosis

• Michelle's career journey

• How she got out of a major life rut and depression

• How Michelle approached finding purpose

• Why she created Holisticism and the focus on inclusivity

• How she grew her business to a large and highly engaged community

• How Michelle approached monetization for Holisticism

• What wellness actually means to Michelle

• How to audit your wellness practice and scale back

• Trying out new modalities and finding the right practitioner for you

• String theory

Mentioned in this episode:

• The Body Keeps Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.

• The Four Agreements by Miguel Ruiz

• The Intuitive Way: A Guide to Living from Inner Wisdom by Penney Peirce

• Sacred Contracts: Awakening Your Divine Potential by Caroline Myss

• Many Lives, Many Masters by Brian L. Weiss

• Overcoming Underearning: A Five-Step Plan to a Richer Life by Barbara Stanny

• Why We Buy: The Science of Shopping by Paco Underhill

All the deets:

• Sign up for the newsletter and check out the talented roster of facilitators over on Holisticism (and peep at their upcoming events)

• You can find Holisticism on Instagram at @holisticism, and Michelle's personal account at @betterbymichelle (highly recommend her very funny stories)

• Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Michelle/Holisticism on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

Related episodes:

• Episode 6: Tarot reading with Helen Miamii Moon (Holisticism facilitator)

• Episode 19: Jungian Mental Wiring with Lauren Tisza (Holisticism facilitator)

• Episode 21: Natal chart reading with Dani Beinstein

• Episode 3: Human design reading with Jaclyn Michelle

Bonnie Tsang is a photographer and teacher, and I would also call her a grounded marketing expert. Her Instagram feed is as curated and beautiful as it is honest and raw, as Bonnie has mastered the balance of a cohesive visual identity while remaining vulnerable and personable, and completely relatable. In this conversation we talk about that balance, how Bonnie started in photography and worked her way up to shooting commercially with huge clients, as well as her advice for navigating transitions, getting unstuck, and more.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Bonnie's inspiration for getting into photography

• How she built her skills and brought on huge clients

• Bonnie's massive Pinterest following and how she uses the platform

• How Bonnie curates her brand voice and uses social media as her primary marketing tool

• Bonnie's balance of curation and vulnerability and how that impacts her current and potential clients

• How she grew her knowledge and skills in photography and beyond

• How Bonnie explores new inspiration as a source of happiness

• How to quiet distraction

• Bonnie's approach to trying new things in her business

• Bonnies advice on navigating transitions from her personal experience

• How to get unstuck & what to do if things aren't working

• How to find the things you are good at

• How Bonnie is focusing on a slower, more thoughtful approach to work and life

Mentioned in this episode:

• The Traveler's Gift by Andy Andrews

• This is Marketing by Seth Godin

All the deets:

• Explore Bonnie's online courses and pro group that help creatives and entrepreneurs with their digital marketing

• Check out Bonnie's photography and connect with her on Instagram at @bonnietsang, as well as her Pinterest

• Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Bonnie on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

Amber Rae is a writer, visual artist, and speaker who encourages emotional wellness and personal growth. Her artwork has inspired me, and you've likely seen it circulating on Instagram as well! In this conversation we dive deep into feelings and emotions, discussing how to learn from them and harness them to guide you. We discuss the evolution of Amber's career and how she landed on creating her own art that has been seen by millions and changes the way people think and feel. We dive into what Amber's business looks like, the lessons she learned from working with Seth Godin, where she draws her inspiration, and so much more.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Amber's inspiration for her book, Choose Wonder Over Worry

• How to find your inner truth and zone of genius

• How to use envy to tap into potential in ourselves

• Amber's experience working with Seth Godin

• How to differentiate between intuition and fear

• Amber's system for learning from your feelings and emotions

• How Amber builds her business by living her message

• Why Amber's work resonates and her artwork is going viral

• Push versus pull in business

• Where Amber gets inspiration

Mentioned in this episode:

• The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next Level by Gay Hendricks

• Finding Your Own North Star: Claiming the Life You Were Meant to Live by Martha N. Beck

• Seth Godin

All the deets:

• Check out Amber's book Choose Wonder Over Worry

• Explore Amber's artwork and connect with her on Instagram at @heyamberrae

• Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Amber on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

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This week's guest is Katie Dalebout, author of the Amazon best-selling book 'Let It Out: A Journey Through Journaling', host of the popular podcast 'Let It Out', creator of the 'Let a podcast Out' online DIY podcasting course, and curator of all things related to wellness, spirituality, creativity, relationships and more. Katie is a friend and we dive into a conversation about her journey with podcasting, her experience with and in the wellness space, creativity, feeling your feelings, dealing with depression and hard moments, and the full spectrum of human-ness.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How Katie got started with podcasting

• Navigating writing and podcasting about wellness amidst an eating disorder

• What "normal eating" is

• How to feel your feelings

• What is double screening and why it detrimental

• Her top lessons from chatting with over 300 people on her podcast

• How she relates to creativity

• The new project Katie is working on

• How she sets goals

• Katie's advice for getting a creative project done

• How Katie works through times that are challenging

Mentioned in this episode:

• Letting Go by David Hawkins

• Everything is a remix, TED Talk by Kirby Ferguson

• The definition of normal eating by Ellyn Satter

• Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch

• Ira Glass on the gap between taste and talent

All the deets:

• Check out Katie's work.

• If you're planning to launch a podcast, take a peek at Katie's course, Let [a podcast] out, and use code MEDIUMWELL for $25 off!

• Say hi to Katie over on Instagram at @katiedalebout and her course @letapodcastout.

• Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Katie on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

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Today's episode is a natal chart reading by Danielle Beinstein, a gifted Psychological Astrologer. I met up with Dani at her home in Los Angeles, and she read my chart, which is a snapshot of the stars at the moment you were born. You may be familiar with your "sign"— if you only know one, is most likely your sun sign. Turns out there's much more in your chart, which is what makes us all unique individuals! That's why those general horoscopes you read online aren't always relevant to you.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Our intentions for the session

• Where the energy is centered in my chart and what that means

• My relationship with creativity

• What automatic writing is and how it can help you unblock your limiting beliefs

• The different ways being in flow can look

• Why work and financial freedom do not have to be "hard"

All the deets:

• Check out Dani's work and/or book a session with her on her website.

• Say hi to Dani over on Instagram at @danibeinstein.

• Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Dani on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

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You are in for such a treat today. I got to sit down with my dear friend Chelsea Sonksen, founder of Bossladies Magazine. Chelsea is a talented writer, community builder, and someone who I very much look up to as a mentor and friend. Her brand, Bossladies, has attracted a loyal community and has featured some of the most talented creatives and entrepreneurs across the country. I am constantly inspired by Chelsea and her thoughtful approach to work— I know you will gain so much from this episode.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How and why she started Bossladies

• What Chelsea learned from interviewing over 100 women for the magazine

• How Chelsea defines success

• The story behind Work Sesh, her weekly gathering of entrepreneurial women

• The importance of community in entrepreneurship

• Chelsea's experience working with her life partner

• How her brand is pivoting and evolving

• Building a visually appealing brand

• Chelsea's "please stop shouting" approach to marketing

• They way Chelsea is changing her relationship to work

• Chelsea's approach to slow, thoughtful living

• How and when to center money in your business

All the deets:

• Hop over to Bossladies to see Chelsea's work, sign up for Work Sesh, and order previous editions of the (gorgeous) magazine.

• Say hi to Chelsea over on Instagram at @bossladiesmagazine, and keep an eye there for details about Eredita's launch in Spring 2019.

• Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Chelsea on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

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Today's episode was one of six that I recoded live in Los Angeles! I am chatting with Lauren Tisza, a lifestyle guide, who utilizes tools like Jungian Mental Wiring, Astrology, Tarot, and Neuro-Emotional Healing to support her clients with their unique needs. We talk a little bit about each of these modalities, most deeply diving into Jungian Mental Wiring and looking at personality traits. Lauren uses so many interesting modalities, and it was fun to explore a variety in this episode!

In this episode, we discuss:

• How the Meyers Briggs tool changed her life and how she built upon that for her own practice

• Lauren's various trainings and how she integrates them into her practice

• Her modality called Jungian Mental Wiring

• Muscle testing

• Tarot and the flow of the deck

• Our conscious versus unconscious thoughts

• How our personality preferences influence us

• My personality preferences and how to find alignment within my authenticity

Mentioned in this episode:

• Lindsay Mack // Tarot sessions and workshops

• Heidi Rose Robbin // Astrology

• Lindsay Tauscher // Home Grown Healing Flower essences

• Power Vs. Force by David Hawkins

• Personality Hacker to learn more about your personality type (I've found this really helpful!)

All the deets:

• If you are interested in book a session with Lauren, you can do so on her Holisticism page. Use code mediumwell (all lowercase) for 10% Lauren's services through 3/31/19.

• Join Lauren on Sunday, 3/10 for a Q & A on @holisticsm.

• Lauren will be hosting "Intelligent Authenticity and Connection with Myers-Briggs and Other Spiritual Tools" with Holisticsm on 3/16 if you want to dive into this work deeper!

• Say hi to Lauren over on Instagram at @laurentisza. Keep an eye out for her podcast launch.

• Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Lauren on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

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In today's episode, I talk all about consulting with Erin Halper, Founder and CEO of The Upside. Since I do some consulting at the moment and am considering making that part of my offerings moving forward, I wanted to hear Erin's view on how that world works since she advises women consultants on building their consultancies!

In this episode, we discuss:

• Erin's career in marketing

• How and why Erin shifted to consulting

• The keys to being a successful business consultant

• Different models of consulting

• How to find your niche

• The main stumbling blocks for women

• The importance of building and fostering your network

All the deets: Check out Erin's business, The Upside. Erin is graciously offering 1-month free membership to all listeners who are currently pursuing or thinking about pursuing a career as an independent contractor. Just read her membership requirements here to make sure you're a fit and use code mediumwell at checkout to receive the free month.

Say hi to Erin over on Instagram at @betheupside.

Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Erin on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

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On today's episode of Medium Well I chat with Elissa Weinzimmer, a voice and presence coach and the founder of Voice Body Connection. We talk about building your presence through being present, how mindfulness plays a role, and even do some on-air live coaching to help me be more concise and articulate on this podcast! Elissa is a gem and her thoughts and advice resonated with me deeply as her advice was so much deeper than what you might expect from a speaking coach.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How she decided to be a voice and presence coach and her story

• Why we shouldn't judge how we speak

• How she uses vocal coaching to help individuals be more authentically themselves

• How having a voice is changing, and why we need to be using our voice

• How to stop shouting and cut through the noise to reach the right people

• How to change habits— vocal and otherwise

• How to be more present and have a stronger presence

• A live, on-air coaching session to help me improve my speaking on the podcast

This episode of Medium Well is as informative as it is entertaining! Today I interview Lopa Van der Mersch, Founder & CEO of Rasa, an herbal coffee company. Lopa has such an interesting and unique story which we dive into, as well as her approach to wellness, why she started her adaptogen-based herbal coffee brand, the challenges of sustainability in business, and more.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Lopa's very winding background to get to where she is today

• How and why she started Rasa, her business

• Why Lopa relates to Ayurveda

• How and why she healed her "saved the world" complex

• How she approached self-exploration at a pivotal time in her life

• What adaptogens are and why they are a central part of her product

• How sustainability is integrated into every aspect of her business

• How she unwinds and her love of tea ceremonies

All the deets: Drink all the Rasa! I have been loving the cacao every morning. Use code MEDIUMWELL for 20% off your first purchase. Tag me and Rasa on Instagram when you drink it!

Say hi to Lopa over on Instagram at @wearerasa

Tag me (@saraweinreb) and Lopa on Instagram with your favorite takeaways from the episode!

Mentioned in this episode:

The Guru Papers by Joel Kramer and Diana Alstad Global Tea Hut Ayurvedic dosha (constitution) quiz

FROM OUR SPONSORS:

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