Sara and Wendy welcome our dynamic guest Astrid Chirinos, who is a bi-lingual visionary and multicultural trailblazer, over four decades in North Carolina.  Her country of origin is Caracas, Venezuela.  Our topic is around re-inventing yourself.  This will inspire you to take action.

"If you give me an opportunity I'll take it."  Astrid Chirinos

In a culture in the USA, where we believe in "doing" the tasks at hand, Astrid shares with us how important it is to connected with "being" to understand our cycles of change and know when it's time to re-invent ourselves.

• It's important to be in touch with who you are in order to re-invent yourself.
• You can re-invent at any age or stage of life.  
• Connecting with community around you for support is important.  She refers to it as Common Unity,  we work together.  We need to be a community of learners with a teachable spirit, and we will go far.  
• Get a Mentor , or in Astrid's word "Femtor" . 
• We must be life long learners.   
• Spend time anchoring yourself every morning.

Astrid shares her breathwork technique: breathe in Faith and breathe out Fear.

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Sara & Wendy discuss trust, the voices in your head, and self care.  What does our intuition really sound and feel like vs. other voices?  Think for a moment what your life would be like if you were able to trust your inner voice, intuition...trust your yes and trust your no. How much time would we all gain if we got off the hamster wheel of second guessing ourselves again again and again….what would it be like if we knew our unique inner voice of wise intuition? …

 With our upcoming course “ The Essential Yoga Self Care Blueprint” coming up we’d like to share one of the module topics….. Learning to say heck yes to things that align and a big no to things that don’t align with our self care, purpose, truth, etc.  This involves understanding what our intuition sounds and feels like.

You may wonder, how do I know what I’m hearing or acting on is my intuition or not?  What if I get it wrong? Is it just my imagination?  That’s what we’re about to share, some insight on knowing what it sounds like.

We help you to identify those voices the Ego, Fear, and Intuitive Voices sound and feel like.

Tips to Connect with Intuitive Voice

1. Do something creative or playful to by-pass our over thinking, judging mind 
2. Find simple ways to be present in your body
3. Spend time in nature and if you are short on time spend a few minutes looking at the sun, the clouds, or the moon. 
4. Pause for a few minutes before you get out of bed in the morning, before you engage with your normal routine

Upcoming Events:

Join our private Rising StrongHER free Facebook community here for more inspiration:
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The Essential Yoga Self Care Blueprint Course - 30 day virtual reset starts April 19, 2021
http://www.risingstrongher.com/enroll

Our website:  http://www.risingstrongher.com
Contact with questions or other inquiries: [email protected]

*Special thank you shout out to Joe Levi for composing our podcast music and editing.  You can find him on Instagram @joelevimusic

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In this episode Sara & Wendy have a soulful, inspiring conversation with one of Sara's mentors and  our wise elder. At 82 years young , Marlene Cox, is a RETIRED Human Resources Leader, mom, grandma, mentor, a good friend, family Matriarch (She has one child and two grandchildren; 45 plus nieces and nephews, 2nd, third and fourth generation ).

You're going to love this incredible conversation! 

•  She shares her story of being born during World War II, losing her mother during the the tuberculosis epidemic, being raised in Brooklyn, NY.
• She grew up during a time where she heard as a black woman being pushed to finish high school so she didn't have to scrub other peoples’ floors and clean their toilets like her family did. 
• Some of her wonderful advice you'll hear:
  • At any age, always be open to new ideas, learning a new skill, honing your craft, w - be good at it. 
  • Go after that thing you’ve said “One day I’m gonna . . . .”  Make this that ‘one day”.
  • If other people talk about or judge what you're doing, tell them to mind their own business. 

Marlene's 3 Tips on Aging Well:
Make yourself your priority. Take good care of yourself - mentally, physically and spiritually.  

1. Stay positive, even in difficult times/situations.
2. Purge negative/divisive people from your life - even when they are family members.
3.   Surround yourself with positive people who are encouraging and supportive.

Two of Marlene's favorite quotes:

“Have I been a good friend?”

“The Lord is my Shepherd, I have all that I need.”  Psalms 23:1

Upcoming Events:

Join our private Rising StrongHER free Facebook community here for more inspiration:
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"Claim Our Strength" An International Women’s Day Celebration
Monday, March 8th 6:30- 7:45pm
https://risingstrongher.mykajabi.com/an-international-womens-day-celebration

Spring Equinox Yoga & Meditation
Saturday, March 20th 10 -11:30 am
https://risingstrongher.mykajabi.com/spring-equinox-yoga-&-meditation-celebration

Sweet Dreams Yoga Nidra (Meditation)
Wednesday, March 24th 6:45 -7:45 pm
https://risingstrongher.mykajabi.com/sweet-dreams-yoga-nidra

Our website:  http://www.risingstrongher.com
Contact with questions or other inquiries: [email protected]

*Special thank you shout out to Joe Levi for composing our podcast music and editing.  You can find him on Instagram @joelevimusic

Podcast episodes to release on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.

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In this episode Sara & Wendy have a very important & timely discussion with Amihan Matias, who is a social justice activist, community builder, and leader.  She is a leadership coach, racial equity, and cultural humility trainer with 30 years of experience working with social justice and social change organizations. Amihan has overseen the creation and implementation of several cutting edge and nationally recognized executive leadership development programs. These have included a nonprofit executive coaching program for BIPOC leaders serving communities of color.

• Amihan shares the story about why at 57 years young she changed her name from Jennifer to Amihan to connect to her Filipino roots
• She also shares the truth about how white supremacy has affected black and brown women around the world in regards to  their sense of worth and of beauty
• Amihan's advice on reclaiming the fullness and brilliance of who you are
• What it means to be a white ally accomplice
• Meditation with Amihan

Recommended reading from Amihan:

• My Mothers Hands, Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending our Hearts and Bodies by Resmaa Menakem
• Me and White Supremacy, Combat Racism, Change the World, and Become a Good Ancestor by Layla Saad
• White Fragility, Why it’s so Hard for White People to Talk About Racism by Robin DiAngelo

Upcoming Events:

Join our private Rising StrongHER free Facebook community here for more inspiration:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/284428745896520

Next Podcast: special guest Marlene Cox.  At the seat of our wise elder's.  Don't miss this rich and entertaining discussion with Marlene, at 82 years old her tips on staying healthy and active.

"Claim Our Strength" An International Women’s Day Celebration
Monday, March 8th 6:30- 7:45pm
https://risingstrongher.mykajabi.com/an-international-womens-day-celebration

Our website:  http://www.risingstrongher.com
Contact with questions or other inquiries: [email protected]

Banyan Botanical for Ayurveda oils and Dosha quiz:
https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/shop/category/herbal-massage-oils/mahanarayan-oil/?avad=285425_f200d7fb5&utm_source=affiliates&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_campaign=227701

Podcast episodes to release on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.

*Special thank you shout out to Joe Levi for composing our podcast music and editing.  You can find him on Instagram @joelevimusic

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In this episode, Sara and Wendy explore the benefits of Ayurveda, yoga's sister science, with guest Tesia Love,  Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner (NAMACB) from Charlotte, NC, 500-hour Yoga Teacher and Licensed Massage & Bodywork Therapist. She offers Ayurvedic nutrition and herbal consultations, as well as Ayurvedic body therapies. She has spent nearly 20 years studying Ayurveda, and seven years professionally helping her clients transform their health through this ancient science. 

• Learn a high level overview of what Ayurveda is and how it can naturally aid women's' health over age 40 
• Learn Tesia's #1 top self care tip for women over 40 - self massage
• Overview of what Dosha's are and what's important about them
• Learn what yoga practices are important as we age
• I AM Mantra for February

www.tesialove.com
Facebook: @TesiaLoveWellness
Instagram: @TesiaLoveWellness

Banyan Botanical for oils and Dosha quiz:
https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/shop/category/herbal-massage-oils/mahanarayan-oil/?avad=285425_f200d7fb5&utm_source=affiliates&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_campaign=227701

Upcoming Events:

Join our private Rising StrongHER free Facebook community here for more inspiration:
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Next Podcast: February 24 with Sara & Wendy and special guest Marlene Cox.  At the seat of our wise elder's.  Don't miss this rich and entertaining discussion with Marlene, at 82 years old her tips on staying healthy and active.

Chakra Balancing Virtual Restorative Yoga & Meditation Event Sunday 2/21 @ 6 pm
https://risingstrongher.mykajabi.com/chakra-balancing-restorative-event

"Claim Our Strength" An International Women’s Day Celebration
Monday, March 8th 6:30- 7:45pm
https://risingstrongher.mykajabi.com/an-international-womens-day-celebration

Our website:  http://www.risingstrongher.com
Contact with questions or other inquiries: [email protected]

Podcast episodes to release on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.

*Special thank you shout out to Joe Levi for composing our podcast music and editing.  You can find him on Instagram @joelevimusic

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 How many times have you said: “I would take better care of myself if I just had more time”? Or “if I had more time I would….cook more, read more, exercise more, sleep more, etc…

 Sara & Wendy have a conversation about why after 20+ years in the yoga & wellness industry we’ve heard this from so many people about why they don’t place self care at the top of their list.  “I don’t have time and I’m too tired.” Which we completely understand at times….. It’s like what they say on the airplane… you put the breathing mask on first to take care of yourself first THEN others.

• Every time you say, “I’m too busy,” “I can’t get everything done,” or “I’m overwhelmed,” you’re letting time manage you instead of the other way around.   
• Adults make an average of 35,000 decisions a day so it’s no wonder we’re tired. This is decision fatigue.  
• To decrease decision fatigue, Sara shares insights from the book Project 333” The Minimalist Fashion Challenge that proves less really is so much more by Courtney Carver on how to create a decision free wardrobe.  And if you’ve ever tried on more than one outfit for a meeting or event, changes are your closet is adding to decision fatigue and taking precious time away from self care. 
• How to clean out your closet:

Empty all your clothes onto your bed, play some fav music

1. Love, Maybe, Toss PILE
2. When not sure ask yourself will I wear this in the next 3-6 months or never? If no place in Toss to donate (box / bag up immediately and get them out of your room)
3. Create seasonal capsules

Sara's 3 top tips to help us slow down and embrace that we do indeed have plenty of time:

1. Organize your wardrobe  - put what you’re not using away, I used to do this in NH in the basement, give away to homeless

2. Pre plan meals - Sundays are my prep days - soups, roasted seasonal veggies, lean meats, , choose to eat similar meals during a week.  Sun Basket sometimes.

3.   Social Media boundaries - talk about the algorithm it’s meant to be addicting - once you buy something social media is watching and will continue to show you ads.


Upcoming Events:

Join our private Rising StrongHER free Facebook community here for more inspiration:
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Next Podcast: February 10th with Tesia Love on Ayurveda for Self Care

Our website:  http://www.risingstrongher.com

Contact with questions or other inquiries: [email protected]

Podcast episodes to release on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.

*Special thank you shout out to Joe Levi for composing our podcast music and editing.  You can find him on Instagram @joelevimusic

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In this podcast, Sara and Wendy explore the extraordinary power of “I AM” and we will dive even more deeply into this powerful topic in our 4 week series Chaos To Calm. Which I’m super excited about since it really does have the ability to change our lives.

• I AM - these 2 words can move us from stuck to freedom. They can move us out of negative spirals into a place of joy, gratitude and love. 
• Thanks to the science of neuroplasticity we now understand how experiences can reorganize neural pathways in the brain.
• Sara shares her experience through a pre-cancer journey and how she used and continues to use "I AM" statements for her health and wellness.
• Wendy shares her experience how she uses "I AM" statements in her professional life.
• Sara and Wendy shares examples of how to shift the dialog in your mind.
• Here are 3 steps you can start now:
  1.  Notice your thoughts, when a negative loop is going on
  2. Pause - Take a deep breath, long gentle inhale in, longer exhale out
  3. Activate - shift the dialog, figure out a positive replacement - repeat 3 times in your head or better yet out loud, for example: Negative loop -   I am Sick  Change to- I am Well, thank you for my perfect health
• Enjoy a guided Meditation with Wendy

Upcoming Events:

Join our private Rising StrongHER free Facebook community here for more inspiration:
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Next Podcast: January 20, 2021 with Sara & Wendy discussing how to make TIME for Self Care and taking the best care of you.  Along with more information about Chaos to Calm Course

Chaos to Calm  January 25-February 18 www.risingstrongher.com/enroll

FREE Virtual Live Master Class is COMING- The 3 Missing Pieces for Falling Asleep Peacefully *and staying asleep on:
Sun, Jan 10th 6pm
Fri, Jan 15th 12pm
Wed, Jan 20th 6pm
Register here:  http://www.risingstrongher.com/sleep

Our website:  http://www.risingstrongher.com

Contact with questions or other inquiries: [email protected]

Podcast episodes to release on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.

*Special thank you shout out to Joe Levi for composing our podcast music and editing.  You can find him on Instagram @joelevimusic

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Welcome to the Rising StrongHER Podcast!  We're extra excited about this episode on Happiness and Joy with special guest Michele Tampa-Hoag. She is one of the most joyful people we know who has a burning passion to spread love and joy! Actually her mother always said she was born happy! 

This conversation is sure to bring a smile to your face and warmth in your heart! It did for us!

In this episode:

• Sara & Wendy get personal and introduce us to Michele Tampa Hoag, E-RYT200, Founder of Private Facebook Page "Our Yoga Community". 
• Michele shares with us how she did it at age 56. She decided to follow her joy and completely shift careers from Corporate America to teaching yoga & meditation.  Now at almost 64 years young, she's living her dream guiding yoga, meditation, and sharing good news with her community.
• She offers her personal tips on how to live in a space of joy even when life throws us challenges.  
• Get cozy and enjoy Michele's guided Meditation to connect with holiday joy.
• Announcing the sign up for our signature 4 week course "Chaos to Calm" The Essential Blueprint for Midlife Mindful Self Care that begins on January 25, 2021

Where to find Michele: https://www.facebook.com/groups/405058300297572

Upcoming Events:

Join our private Rising StrongHER free Facebook community here for more inspiration:
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Next Podcast: January 6, 2021 with Sara & Wendy discussing "the power of I AM and manifesting your life".  Along with more information about Chaos to Calm Course

Winter Solstice Yoga and Meditation Monday 12/21 @  6 pm-7:30 pm EST https://www.risingstrongher.com/winter

Chaos to Calm  January 25-February 18 www.risingstrongher.com/enroll

FREE Master Class is COMING- The 3 Missing Pieces for Falling Asleep Peacefully *and staying asleep on:
Sun, Jan 10th 6pm
Fri, Jan 15th 12pm
Wed, Jan 20th 6pm

Our website:  http://www.risingstrongher.com

Contact with questions or other inquiries: [email protected]

Podcast episodes to release on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.

*Special thank you shout out to Joe Levi for composing our podcast music and editing.  You can find him on Instagram @joelevimusic

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Welcome to the Rising StrongHER Podcast!  We're so excited about this episode on Self Care, Play, Pleasure, and the Inner Child!  This episode is sure to bring a smile to your face. Stop depriving yourself of joy!

In this episode:

• Sara & Wendy get personal and introduce us to Sara Beth & Wendy Lynn, the remembrance of our "inner child". 
• We discuss how as we go through life and can forget how to play, find joy & pleasure in simple things.
• We offer our personal tips on how to bring your inner child out, this part of us that is ALWAYS there even if we've forgotten.  
• Re-discovery of who we truly are.
• Wendy talks about her breast cancer journey and remembering of how precious life is and our innocent little girls can bring forth moments of self love, self care. 
• Announcing the sign up for our signature 4 week course "Chaos to Calm" The Essential Blueprint for Midlife Mindful Self Care that begins on January 25, 2021
• Get cozy and enjoy the December Guided Meditation to connect with your Inner Child.

Upcoming Events:

Join our private Rising StrongHER free Facebook community here for more inspiration:
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Next Podcast: December 16th with guest Michele Tampa-Hoag one of the MOST joyful women we know on the planet.  Learn what joy means to her.

Winter Solstice Yoga and Meditation Monday 12/21 @  6 pm-7:30 pm EST https://www.risingstrongher.com/winter

Chaos to Calm  January 25-February 18 www.risingstrongher.com/enroll

FREE Master Class is COMING- The 3 Missing Pieces for Falling Asleep Peacefully *and staying asleep on Wed Jan 20 @ 6 pm EST OR Saturday Jan 23 @ 11 am EST

Our website:  http://www.risingstrongher.com

Contact with questions or other inquiries: [email protected] 

Podcast episodes to release on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.

*Special thank you shout out to Joe Levi for composing our podcast music and editing.  You can find him on Instagram @joelevimusic

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Welcome to the Rising StrongHER Podcast!  During the Thanksgiving holiday season Sara talks with our guest Wellness Coach, Mayuko Fukino about what forgiveness can do to help you find peace and the ancient Hawaiian forgiveness & reconciliation practice of Ho'oponopono.
In this episode we:

• get personal and discuss our real life stories that inspired our heart to forgiveness
• why forgiveness isn’t something we necessarily do for someone else, it’s what we do for ourselves to give ourselves peace
• how to practice Ho'oponopono
• the 4 Ho'oponopono forgiveness & reconciliation phrases to remember:
  • I Love You
  • I'm Sorry
  • Forgive Me
  • Thank You
• Mayuko's advice to us: When we are over 40, we have so many memories (good or bad) to clear and make space so we get to receive and to pour so much LOVE to ourselves and to others around us. Once my great grandmother told my father (he wasn’t sure what I was doing at the age of 41 divorcing) and she told him “Oh dear, she is 41 and she is just a baby!” and she smiled.  She was 103 years old.  Clear Clear Clear ladies!

Upcoming virtual events Winter Solstice Yoga & Mediation Monday 12/21 @ 6:30 pm and "Chaos to Calm - the Essential Midlife Mindful Self Care Blueprint" 4 week event in January 2021.  Sign ups and more info coming.

Join our private Rising StrongHER free Facebook community here for more inspiration:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/284428745896520

Our website:  http://www.risingstrongher.com

Contact with questions or other inquiries: [email protected]

Mayuko Fukino's contact:
 Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/MayukoTLC365

     Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmayuko/?hl=en

     Email:  [email protected]

     Website:  www.mindfullifestyledesign.com  (under construction currently)

Next podcast episode release on Wednesday 12/2 when Wendy & Sara have a surprise podcast topic around Joy and Play! 

Podcast episodes to release on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.

*Special thank you shout out to Joe Levi for composing our podcast music and editing.  You can find him on Instagram @joelevimusic

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