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Well Being Journal is a longtime publication dedicating their content to natural and alternative health. It covers nutrition as well as nutritional and herbal supplements, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual health topics. We have always been huge supporters of their content, and today we get to talk with the founder and editor, Scott Miners. He tells us how he first started Well Being Journal as well he talks about his spirituality transformative experiences he has had in the past. This issue of Well Being Journal has articles on near death experiences, out of body experiences, and so much more!

Daniel Tague talks about the way women need to lift weights in the gym to achieve the look they want. When it comes to working out for a specific look, we have to remember that genetics will always play a significant role. We can never look just like another person, we are all built and created uniquely. Women tend to look at other women and idolize their bodies and want to look like someone else. Women just need to accentuate what they already have and work on their problem areas. This will boost their confidence while keeping them healthy and fit.

If you are pro-vaccine, anti-vaccine or just open-minded, this show is for you and a MUST-HEAR! Neil Z. Miller is the author of "Miller's Review of Critical Vaccine Studies" where he summarizes 400 scientific papers on the effects of vaccinations. Thimerosal is what is added to vaccinations as an antibacterial. Thimerosal also contains mercury. Mercury is a toxin to the body and has negative effects on our neurological health - according to science and the reviews summarized. Today it is only in the flu vaccine, and there is away around receiving the vaccine with thimerosal. Listen in to hear Neil's explanation on the harmful effects that are scientifically documented as well as alternatives to receiving shots containing this chemical.

Jill Lane continues her talk on detoxification. When you hear the word 'detox' you probably think of a juice cleanse or something along those lines. But really our body is detoxifying everyday all day. There are so many processes that go on in the body to detox everyday toxins from our environment, food, etc. Jill talks about how you can enhance your detoxification processes with supplements and good food.

Tea has been used for thousands of years for all around wellness. Dr. Jeff Bennetzen got his Ph.D in biochemistry and currently focuses his research on the benefits of tea. The health benefits of green tea go from lowering your cholesterol all the way to potentially anti-cancer properties. Green tea is antioxidant rich and has antibacterial properties. There are so many different types of teas and benefits and Dr. Bennetzen talks all about it today.

Beth Reeder Johnson is a licensed psychiatric social worker with over 14 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Today she chose a topic that can would make most in relationships cringe...5 reasons to delay your wedding. Who talks about delaying a wedding with someone they are dating? She tells us red flags to look out for and reasons to hop on into some couples therapy before you take the plunge.

Jackie Schlegel joins us to follow up about the rally that was put on by her organization, Texans for Vaccine Choice. The One Life Radio team was there and Bernadette even spoke at the rally on the Capitol steps. There was so much good that came from the rally at the Capitol in Austin but there was also a lot of hate shown to this group. A boy who was vaccine injured was verbally assaulted by an adult...Jackie luckily was able to console him. This just shows how divided this topic has made us and there is so much work to be done.

If you don't know the difference between cage-free, free-range, and pasture-raised...you're not alone!! These are extremely deceiving marketing ploys that get everyone confused. When it comes to buying eggs that are quality, it may seem like you have to do your research first. Ken Adams is the owner of Kenz Henz in the Houston area where he has 16,000 pastured hens providing him with quality eggs. He talks with us about the importance of buying local and pasture-raised eggs. The benefits are animal welfare and the nutritional benefits of the eggs themselves. Most people just think, an eggs an egg, right? Well, wrong!

Cassie Bjork joins us to talk about the benefits of adding fermented foods to your diet. Fermented foods go back hundreds of years. They have been used for a variety of health benefits and are natural probiotics on their own. Fermented foods are starting to show up more and more on the shelves because people are starting to realize just how important they are. She breaks down what the scientific process of fermentation is and how beneficial these foods can be for our gut health.

Stephanie Toups, our earth mama, talks to us about why you should start gardening with your kids. It can affect their brain, body, and even their soul. This may seem a little out there, but it can be a very healing process as well as a bonding and learning experience for both you and your child.

This conversation is a broad one because there are OVER 250 diagnosable mental illnesses. Wow, that's a lot. Von Eaglin is a licensed professional counselor whose Ph.D research focuses on couple relationships. He sees a variety of different people everyday who struggle with different issues, addictions, and traumas. He talks with us today about how we can define mental illness (which there is no one central definition,) identify them and get help. We are all a little bit mentally ill, right? Bernadette speaks candidly about growing up with her brother who struggled with schizophrenia. This taught her a lot about not judging others and being open to healing from something so severe like a mental illness. We also take calls during "Bern, on with Von" and answer questions for our listeners.

When you see people in the gym, there are so many different reasons people are there. It could be to blow off some steam/stress, to thin out and lose weight, for cardiovascular strength, to keep bones and joints strong and working properly, or to gain muscle and body tone. When it comes to men in the gym, there is usually one goal: to get bigger and more muscular. (Usually is the key word there.) Daniel Tague is a fitness trainer at Telos Fitness Center, and he trains a variety of different people with different goals. Today he talks about how men should lift if they are focusing on the way their body looks. When it comes mens bodies there is usually a want for bigger arms/shoulders, a smaller waist, and good legs. So Daniel talks today about some ways you can use the gym to achieve this type of look.

Annette Baker and Marianne Lacko join us to talk about plant-based eating. They are the owners of Nature's Plate, our newest obsession and sponsor. Nature's Plate is a Dallas based company that is Plant-Based Meals to-go, and everything is made with quality and care and is completely vegan. Don't go running if you're a meat eater, because some of their foods you would seriously never know are vegan. They talk about how they got started in the food industry and how they learned that plant-based was their calling.

Dr. Brendon Stiles is a Cardiothoracic surgeon and has spent his career focusing his research on lung cancer. With that, he has seen the dangerous effects of the newest trend, vaping. Vaping can consist of vaping just tobacco, or it can be nicotine and even marijuana. This habit is something that kids are picking up at an early age which is enhancing the addictiveness of such a habit. The science on the effects of vaping is still being done, but Dr. Stiles tells us it's not pretty. Listen in to hear all about this.

Jill Lane, our nutrition girl, talks about detoxing. She explains the difference between detoxing and cleansing, the science of what a detox is and what organs perform this function, and more. In fact, she reveals that we detox every day, naturally. But there are ways to enhance your body's detox abilities and things you should be adding into your daily regimen. We will continue this topic next week as well!

Dr. Jud Brewer is an absolute power house. He is an internationally known thought leader in the field of habit change and the “science of self-mastery." He has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness training and is the author of "The Craving Mind: from cigarettes to smartphones to love, why we get hooked and how we can break bad habits." What habits do you have? Considering a habit is usually always a bad habit, do you think your bad habits are actually addictions? We are all addicted to something, some more than just one thing. It may be social media, porn, sex, food, shopping, alcohol, etc. Dr. Brewer has spent his career on studying mindfulness and the power that we can have over these habits or addictions. Bernadette and Dr. Brewer have a very candid and open conversation, you won't want to miss.

Dr. Mike McFarland is a licensed psychologist who specializes in the treatment of anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders, and male body image and eating disorders. He discusses with us today what a binge-eating disorder is and that it is different that bulimia. We get started on the topic, but will continue on with it the next time Dr. Mike joins us!

Have you ever thought about what you would do with your money if you were to have an abundance? Would you donate it somewhere for a good cause? How much? Dr. Art Markman explains that it's not the dollar amount, it's the percentage to what you have. Most of the time, those with less will give a bigger percentage of their money away, even if it doesn't seem like a lot. And those with more money, give a smaller percentage even though they may think they are giving a large amount. It's an interesting phenomena and Dr. Markman explains how generosity and greed are all a part of our character. When money is involved our characteristics usually are enhanced, whether good or bad.

The Endocannabinoid system is not a new system, but it is kind of just now making itself known by experts. Shawn Wells explains what the endocannabinoid system is and why we need to feed it what it needs. Shockingly, they don't teach this in any type of medical school and it is a HUGE factor in overall wellness. CBD Oil is becoming the hottest item right now and there are so many products out there, Shawn and Bernadette talk about why it is so popular and how great it can be for your body.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Spravato (esketamine) in March of 2019. Ketamine therapy is used for severe depression with other prescriptions do not work for someone. In addition, Ketamine is used to help those with PTSD. The only problem is, the only way it was being given was through IV infusions, and there were some drawbacks. Dr. Dan Engle has studied Ketamine Therapy for a long time and knows the benefits and the risks involved. Now that there is an FDA approved nasal spray, Spravato (esketamine), we may see hope in this effective treatment for those struggling with sever depression.

DeWone Bennett finishes his conversation from last week about how to have tough conversations with your kids.