This episode is airing on April Fool’s Day, which made it the perfect excuse to talk about one of my all-time favorite subjects: laughter.

It turns out your body has a lot to say about it—and some of what’s happening behind the scenes might surprise you. From a story in the 1960s that challenged conventional thinking to research that might change the way you look at something as simple as a laugh, this episode makes a case for something we often overlook.

Laughing more. On purpose.

We’ll explore what laughter does in the body, why it matters, and why it tends to be even better when it’s shared.

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Your body is always talking. The question is — are you listening?

In this episode of Catching Sunshine, we’ll explore the fascinating body-mind connection that has been at the heart of alternative and energy healing for centuries. From your eyes and ears to your hips and ankles, I’ll walk through what different areas of the body might be telling you emotionally and energetically — drawing on the work of Louise Hay, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, Emmett Fox, and others.

This isn't about blame, and it isn't a diagnosis. It's an invitation to get curious about the wisdom and messages your body is already holding — and what it might be trying to say if you slow down long enough to listen.

Plus — I share a personal story that starts with cat paw slippers, and ends up with a moment of honest self-reflection that might remind you look at your own aches and pains a little differently.

READING LIST

The Body Keeps the Score — Bessel van der Kolk M.D.

You Can Heal Your Life — Louise Hay

Your Body Speaks Your Mind - Debbie Shapiro

Your Body's Telling You: Love Yourself! — Lise Bourbeau

The Secret Language of Your Body — Inna Segal

Molecules of Emotion — Candace Pert

When the Body Says No — Gabor Maté

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What if the habits that feel hardest to stick with aren't hard because of a lack of discipline or willpower — but because they don't quite match who you think you are? In this episode we're diving into the concept of "repeated beingness" — the ancient Latin root of the word identity itself — and why building habits from your identity rather than your outcomes changes everything. You'll hear why some habits feel effortless while others never quite stick, how your brain is quietly following the story you've given it, and three surprisingly simple ways identity gets built — sometimes without us even realizing it. Plus a practical five-step recap you can put into action today. This one's a good one. Stick around.

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Creation and reaction use the exact same letters — but they create very different lives.

In this episode of Catching Sunshine, I explore the subtle difference between reacting to your day and creating it on purpose. Through a simple metaphor — artist vs. firefighter — we look at how easily we slip into reaction mode and how we can return to creating our days with intention.

You’ll hear how small moments of awareness can shift the tone of an entire day — and why returning to “artist mode” again and again may be one of the most powerful habits we can build.

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In this episode, I share a few personal and business updates, reflect on how I’m applying the idea of floors and ceilings in real life, and talk about what the next several weeks will look like here on the podcast and new news with my trainings. If you’ve been navigating a season that feels different than usual, this conversation offers reassurance, clarity, and a gentle reminder that not every chapter calls for the same pace.

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What actually helps people stay consistent over time? Not more motivation — but a different way of defining success.

In this episode, I share a simple framework I’ve found helpful for holding goals and habits in a way that leaves room for real life, without lowering your standards. It’s not about doing more — it’s about setting things up so you can keep going, even when life doesn’t cooperate.

It’s a gentle addition to your goal-setting — not a reset, not a redo — just a more supportive way to stay with what matters.

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It’s a new year, the perfect time to take a fresh (and very doable) look at food and how it can bring more energy and light into everyday life.

In this episode of Catching Sunshine, I sit down with Ali Essig, creator of Plant Whys.

Ali shares the moment that changed everything—her husband’s stroke at age 37—and how it led her to study nutrition and embrace a more plant-based way of eating rooted in curiosity, not extremes. We talk about food, energy, and the simple idea that plants begin with light—and how choosing more whole, plant-based foods can be one practical way to lighten up!

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A simple, heartfelt Christmas reflection on a familiar part of the Nativity story—one that invites us to see it with fresh eyes and consider what it might mean for our own lives.

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One small thought can shift your whole day—here’s why, and what to do about it.

You know those days when one little negative comment or thought sends you down a spiral? In this episode, we’re diving into the science of why that happens. We’ll talk about the brain’s tendency to focus on the negative, how beliefs get formed, and what you can do to guide your mind in a better direction.

Oh, and yes—there’s a personal story to bring it all to life.

Small shifts, big ripple effects.

And if you want to keep the momentum going, don’t miss Episode 35: Spiraling Up — it pairs perfectly with this one.

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In this episode, I’m sharing six ways to tune into the signal of your intuition and turn down the noise that pulls you off center. You’ll learn how to feel the difference in your body, listen for what’s aligned, and reconnect with your calm, clear inner guidance. A gentle reminder that clarity is always available—and it’s simpler to access than you think.

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