The Be Word

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The Be Word episodes

  • ‘B’ is for Bridezilla

    Many women can relate to the trials and tribulations that come along with being asked to be a bridesmaid. This week, Katie is covering a bridesmaid horror story that you’ll never forget. There is an ice swan sculpture involved. 

    To follow this ongoing story, follow Juliet Pepperwood on Instagram and TikTok: 

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    1 hr 1 min
  • ‘B’ is for Balancing Your Hormones

    Kicking off our ‘B’ word series this month, Katie is joined this week by Helen Mallaburn, a Hashimotos Recovery Specialist. Hashimoto's is an autoimmune disease that often leads to hyperthyroidism. Helen is sharing her own personal journey with her Hashimoto's diagnosis, and her ‘H5 Halo Method’, which addresses your diet, exercise, sleep, stress levels, and nutrient testing. The H5 Halo Method is Helen’s balanced health approach that emphasizes the whole woman when taking power back over your wellness!   

    Helen’s Instagram

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    Helen’s Offerings & Free Facebook Group

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    38 min
  • My Saturn Has Returned: Astrology 101

    What is the value of incorporating astrology into your life? What the heck is the “Saturn Return”  all about that is circulating  social media and some of our favorite songs? This week, Katie is giving you a crash course in astrology and explaining what exactly your Saturn Return means for you!

    Find your birth chart here: https://astro.cafeastrology.com/natal.php

    Chani Nicholas App:  https://app.chani.com/

    Saturn Return Article: A Handy Guide to Surviving Your Saturn Return

    Dr. Jennifer Freed Substack Article: https://drjenniferfreed.substack.com?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web 

    Adam Grant Article Substack: https://adamgrant.substack.com/p/we-need-to-talk-about-astrology

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    33 min
  • Whats Your Parenting Style?

    Katie is breaking down the four main parenting styles identified by research Diana Baumrind & which one is the most effective. If you are not a parent, this episode will invite you to reflect on the style in which you were raised with and how that may have impacted your self-development.

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    38 min
  • Healing Through Infertility

    This week, Karla Levit, a mindset coach specializing in pregnancy loss & infertility, is joining the podcast to share her experiences. Katie & Karla discuss how powerful mindset work can be, even when navigating through the sometimes traumatic grief that infertility and pregnancy loss can bring on. Please take special care when listening to this episode if you or someone you know is experiencing infertility or pregnancy loss. 

    Where to find Karla & more information about her Costa Rica retreat in July 2024!

    Karla's instagram

    Karla's Return to Self Retreat

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    47 min
  • When You're Feeling Stuck in Life

    This week, Katie shares one of her favorite activities she regularly does with her coaching clients–the Life Wheel. Katie uses the Life Wheel with clients when they first start coaching, when they aren't sure what they need coaching on, or when they’re just feeling stuck & resistant in their mindset. You are encouraged to complete this activity while listening to the episode!

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    46 min
  • You Should Go to Therapy

    This week, Katie & Nolan are discussing the stigma of going to therapy, the difficulty finding a therapist, & navigating burn out when finding a support system. 

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    33 min
  • When You've Outgrown a Friend

    What can you do when you & your bestie are drifting apart?

    This week, Katie is sharing her personal experiences navigating the complexities of female adult friendships and reflecting on her recent friendship breakups. Katie offers 3 key questions to ask yourself when you are evaluating whether or not you’ve outgrown a close friendship. 

    Resources referenced in the episode: 

    • Hello Hayes Podcast on Spotify

    • Hello Hayes Podcast on Apple Podcasts

    • Hello Hayes on TikTok

    • Hello Hayes on YouTube

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      32 min
    • Katie's Story: A Full Circle Moment

      Katie is back behind the mic after a 7-month hiatus with a new name, new format, and a new guest co-host!

      On today's episode of The Be Word, Katie is filling in the listeners on the story behind the name change & introducing Nolan, who will be sharing his take on Katie's story from the perspective of boyfriend and, most recently, fiance!

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       IG: @beyoucmty

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      Website: www.beyoucmty.com



      1 hr 7 min

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    Be You Women’s Wellness brings you “The Be Word” podcast! Katie Ploss takes listeners into the lives and hearts of the everyday woman. Stories of resilience, heartbreak, success, and trauma are shared…