In this heartfelt episode, Naomi, a loving mother and wellness entrepreneur, shares her deeply personal experience of being unexpectedly diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer, a life-altering event that transformed her daily existence. She recounts the initial symptoms, including persistent shoulder pain and a noticeable change in breast texture, which ultimately led her to seek medical attention.

The journey to diagnosis was fraught with challenges, marked by delays and obstacles in accessing timely healthcare. Once diagnosed, Naomi embarked on a rigorous treatment regimen that included chemotherapy and hormone therapy, discussing the mixed reactions and side effects that accompanied these medical interventions.

Throughout the episode, Naomi expresses skepticism towards the conventional one-size-fits-all approach to medicine, highlighting the emotional toll that such a diagnosis can take. She advocates for a more balanced healing approach that incorporates both conventional treatments and holistic practices, emphasizing the importance of personal well-being and lifestyle choices.

Naomi stresses the necessity of maintaining a positive outlook, always seeking support from loved ones rather than sympathy. As the episode unfolds, she expresses her intention to explore and share insights from her healing journey, aiming to connect with others facing similar challenges and inspire hope in the face of adversity.

You can learn more about Naomi and her healing journey via her website: naomihoppel.com

This podcast is also available by video on YouTube:https://youtu.be/vNTWxCrKxfc?si=zK09JKqI0P-RN16B

We did it! Vibrant Sunshine Juicery Cafe is officially open for business. Thanks for following along as we’ve built our dream. While this is the final episode of season 1, stay tuned for what’s to come. If you aren’t already familiar, check out Pittsburgh Juice’s website: pittsburghjuicecompany.com and you can find me, Naomi Hoppel, on Instagram: https://instagram.com/greenjuiceandyoga?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Thanks for being here!

We’re putting the final touches on Vibrant Sunshine Juicery Cafe in preparation for a heavy line up of opening events beginning with a Ribbon Cutting on Wednesday, August 16th at 11am. Today we also talk about fear and vulnerability as a natural part of the creative process. If you aren’t already familiar, check out Pittsburgh Juice’s website: pittsburghjuicecompany.com and you can find me, Naomi Hoppel, on Instagram: https://instagram.com/greenjuiceandyoga?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Thanks for being here!

Did you know more than 20% of startup failures are due to challenges with the overall health of the founder? This week we explore the importance of taking accountability for our own individual wellness, with a case study exploration of the root cause behind my recent shoulder injury. If you aren’t already familiar, check out Pittsburgh Juice’s website: pittsburghjuicecompany.com and you can find me, Naomi Hoppel, on Instagram: https://instagram.com/greenjuiceandyoga?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Thanks for being here! In today’s show we also talk about our bnb in the Laurel Highlands https://instagram.com/staywithus.bnb?igshid=MjEwN2IyYWYwYw==

Want to know what it’s like to run a business? It’s pure chaos and an unreasonable number of things to do! Flow through a day with me to get to the finish line at 12AM midnight. If you aren’t already familiar, check out Pittsburgh Juice’s website: pittsburghjuicecompany.com and you can find me, Naomi Hoppel, on Instagram: https://instagram.com/greenjuiceandyoga?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Thanks for being here! In today’s show we also talk about our bnb in the Laurel Highlands https://instagram.com/staywithus.bnb?igshid=MjEwN2IyYWYwYw==

Startup life often involves NOT knowing. Last week we hit a major construction milestone and made some solid progress in other ways too. I also had a panic attack… ! But I learned something about myself in the process. If you aren’t already familiar, check out Pittsburgh Juice’s website: pittsburghjuicecompany.com and you can find me, Naomi Hoppel, on Instagram: https://instagram.com/greenjuiceandyoga?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Thanks for being here! In today’s show we also talk about our bnb in the Laurel Highlands https://instagram.com/staywithus.bnb?igshid=MjEwN2IyYWYwYw==

In this episode we outline the differences between our retail line at Pittsburgh Juice and our wholesale line. Our retail juices are sold fresh daily, while our wholesale line features the same organic fresh pressed juice, which then goes through an additional process called high pressure pasteurized (HPP). HPP is the least invasive form of pasteurization, utilizing a hyperbaric chamber that exudes immense pressure on the product, rendering any potential bacteria inactive and also extending the shelf life. Like anything, there is some debate about whether fresh juice or HPP juice are better. We’ll take all these considerations into account and talk about why there is a place for both in our business. If you aren’t already familiar, check out Pittsburgh Juice’s website: pittsburghjuicecompany.com and you can find me, Naomi Hoppel, on Instagram: https://instagram.com/greenjuiceandyoga?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Thanks for being here!

In business there will be problems. If your blood pressure rises at every poke and prod, your energetic level won’t be high enough to get the things done that you need to accomplish. This week we talk about challenges, setbacks, wins and progress as we build our new headquarters. Just six weeks to go! If you aren’t already familiar, check out Pittsburgh Juice’s website: pittsburghjuicecompany.com and you can find me, Naomi Hoppel, on Instagram: https://instagram.com/greenjuiceandyoga?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Thanks for being here!

This week we cover how Vibrant Sunshine came to be the more versatile sister brand of Pittsburgh Juice and why I’m considering the new cafe to be the most significant project of my entire career. If you aren’t already familiar, check out Pittsburgh Juice’s website: pittsburghjuicecompany.com and you can find me, Naomi Hoppel, on Instagram: https://instagram.com/greenjuiceandyoga?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Thanks for being here!

The pressure is on! Our ribbon cutting date for Vibrant Sunshine Juicery Cafe is less than two months away and it’s time to make some big decisions.

If you aren’t already familiar, check out Pittsburgh Juice’s website: pittsburghjuicecompany.com and you can find me, Naomi Hoppel, on Instagram: https://instagram.com/greenjuiceandyoga?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Thanks for being here!