The Unique Way

Buckle up, babes — because we've officially entered a ✨ NEW ERA ✨ and today I'm sharing the growth, insights, expansion & BTS of my real life glow-up!

In today's solo episode, I'm spilling ALL the tea on: 💖 Big updates inside the Glōw Up Universe — including the 30 Day Glōw Up, the Glōw Up app, upcoming retreats, the membership & community, pop-ups + our brand-new Illuminations (think: 5-minute pep talks w/ powerful music designed to raise your vibe!) 💖 The magic unfolding inside the 30 Day Glōw Up — with 19 incredible women already shinin bright! 💖 Details on the Lake Keowee Glōw Up Retreat (early bird rate ends June 1!) 💖 My sleep breakthrough & why I've traded screens for paint-by-number 💖 Lessons from the Vortex books, how shifting your focus can radically change your life & some wild stories from my personal experience 💖 My new obsession with The Telepathy Tapes podcast 💖 An exciting update: I'm now officially working with the CHS Battery soccer team (bodywork, mindset, yoga, massage, thai yoga massage, stretch)!

✨ BONUS: I'm gifting my Morning Motivation Illumination (normally only available inside the Glōw Up app) to anyone who takes the time to rate, review + subscribe to the podcast. Just screenshot your review + email it to [email protected] & I'll send you the link. One of the Glōw Up members said it was her favorite part of the app so far & I know you're gonna love. This is my way of saying THANK YOU for supporting the show 💖

This episode is packed with inspiration, updates + practical mindset tools that will help you tap into the badass woman you are meant to be.

👉 Share with a friend who needs to get out of their own way! (we've all been there!)

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Upcoming Retreats:

Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025

Lake Keowee Glōw Up Retreat - July 31-August 3, 2025

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To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I'm gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your REVIEW & send it to [email protected]. I'm so grateful for your support & think you'll love these classes!

In this soul-expanding episode, Cortney sits down with Brandi Hudson — an executive-turned-performance coach who's on a mission to help high-achievers reclaim joy, find fulfillment, and make their success inevitable.

Brandi's wisdom hits on so many levels — from business to energy work to self-leadership — and this conversation is packed with both spiritual downloads and strategic gems.

Topics We Cover:

• The difference between achievement and fulfillment

• How to become the happiest version of yourself

• Brandi's B.A.S.E. Framework (Beliefs, Alignment, Self-Awareness & Emotional Resilience)

• Living in the magic of the moment

• Human Design in the corporate world (!!)

• Why Brandi stopped watching TV & how it changed her life

• How to bring spiritual depth to high-level leadership

• Why fulfillment isn't a byproduct of success—it's the foundation

This is your permission slip to stop chasing more and start aligning with what really matters.

🛠️ Connect with Brandi:

• Website

• Instagram

• Substack

• Podcast: The Happiest Place

📚 Book Mentioned:

• Power vs. Force by David Hawkins → Read it here

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Upcoming Retreats:

Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025

Lake Keowee Glōw Up Retreat - July 31-August 3, 2025

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To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I'm gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your REVIEW & send it to [email protected]. I'm so grateful for your support & think you'll love these classes!

Welcome to a special sneak peek inside the 30 Day Glōw Up App!

In this episode, I'm sharing the full Alignment Blueprint Masterclass—a powerful, soul-level reset that's all about helping you come back into energetic integrity with your vision, values, and future self.

✨ If you've been feeling burnt out, overwhelmed, or disconnected from your glow—this is your roadmap home.

In this masterclass, we'll cover:

• 💫 Why alignment is the foundation of your glow up

• 🔭 The power of a compelling Vision and how to activate it daily

• 💎 How to clarify your Values to guide your decisions & boundaries

• 🌟 How to step into the Vibe of your future self now

• 🧠 Tools for rewiring your mindset & shifting your emotional frequency

• 📓 Practices like the Alignment Map, post-it affirmations, journal prompts & daily energetic activations

✨ BONUS: Want to access the full ALIGNMENT Blueprint course for free? Get instant access when you join the waitlist for the 30 Day Glōw Up.

⚡️We start May 1st and the community is already electric. If you're ready for new results, it's time for a new way. Let's glōw!

💖 Sign up for The 30 Day Glōw Up + get the ALIGNMENT blueprint

⚡️ Sign up for the Waitlist + get the ALIGNMENT blueprint

✨What is The 30 Day Glōw-Up? A virtual group coaching course + private app community for women who are ready to: 💫 Reset their routine 🧠 Rewire their mindset 💖 Reclaim their radiance ⚡️ And GLŌW from the inside out

This is a space for the woman who's ready to stop playing small and start showing up for herself in a big, bold, beautiful way.

What You Get Inside: ✔️ 4 Group Coaching Calls ✔️ A private members-only app + high vibe community ✔️ Meal & movement plans ✔️ Weekly inspo-packed newsletters ✔️ Mindset tools, time optimization hacks, journaling prompts ✔️ Cortney's 3-part Alignment Blueprint to get crystal clear on your VISION, VALUES & VIBE ✔️ Daily accountability, support, inspiration + big glōw-up energy

All for just $97 during this beta launch round. Yup. You read that right. You get IMMENSE value for less than the price of a pair of Lululemon yoga pants.

🗓 We start May 1st! Calls happen every Thursday in May @ 12-1:30pm EST Can't make it live? No worries—replays will be sent straight to your inbox. 💌

💛 This course is for you if... ✨ You've lost your sparkle & want to feel like YOU again ✨ You're ready to stop overthinking and start taking action ✨ You want structure, support, accountability & community ✨ You've been curious about an alcohol-free lifestyle ✨ You want your mindset, routines & lifestyle to match your goals ✨ You're craving alignment and are ready to GLŌW UP on every level

📲 The App Experience: Our private app is your glow-up clubhouse. It's where you'll: 💬 Connect with the community 🧭 Access resources & coaching call replays 📅 Track your habits 📍 Dive into the Alignment Blueprint 🎉 And stay inspired throughout the whole month!

✨ Weekly Themes: Week 1: Alignment, Alcohol-Free Lifestyle, Time Integrity, Preparation Week 2: Food is Fuel – Clean eating, meal prep, high-protein power Week 3: Movement is Medicine – Walking, weightlifting, yoga & joyful movement Week 4: Mindset, Identity & Lifestyle – Becoming your future self & glowing from the inside out

🪩 Ready to GLŌW with us? Sign up now or join the waitlist to get access to the Alignment Blueprint ✨ SIGN UP HERE

💬 Cortney says:

"If you've been feeling like you lost your sparkle—it's not gone. It's just buried under stress, outdated habits, and maybe a little too much wine. This is your invitation to come back home to yourself and glōw the f*ck up."

🎧 Listen now + share with your bestie who's ready to reset, reclaim & radiate. Let's glow together, babe. 💛

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Upcoming Retreats:

Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025

Lake Keowee Glōw Up Retreat - July 31-August 3, 2025

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To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I'm gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your REVIEW & send it to [email protected]. I'm so grateful for your support & think you'll love these classes!

💖 Sign up for The 30 Day Glōw Up + get the ALIGNMENT blueprint

⚡️ Sign up for the Waitlist + get the ALIGNMENT blueprint

Welcome to your glōw up era, babe!

In this very special episode, Cortney is announcing her brand-new virtual course and high-vibe community: The 30 Day Glōw-Up! 💫 This isn't just a program—it's a full mind-body-energy upgrade for women who are ready to feel radiant, aligned, confident, and CLEAR.

This course has been years in the making and is truly the most aligned, expansive, and exciting thing Cortney has ever created. And now? It's yours for the taking.

✨ In this episode, we dive into: → Why Cortney created the 30 Day Glōw-Up & who it's for → How going alcohol-free for 90 days led to the download of this course (and how the timing aligned perfectly!) → What's inside the Glōw Up: coaching calls, weekly resources, meal/movement/mindset plans & more → Why this community is a movement, not just another program → How the Alignment Blueprint will help you clarify your Vision, Values & Vibe → A breakdown of the 4-week journey + what to expect each week → Why small hinges swing BIG doors (& why now is the time) → How to join, who it's for, and what kind of transformation you can expect → What it really means to GLŌW ✨

✨What is The 30 Day Glōw-Up? A virtual group coaching course + private app community for women who are ready to: 💫 Reset their routine 🧠 Rewire their mindset 💖 Reclaim their radiance ⚡️ And GLŌW from the inside out

This is a space for the woman who's ready to stop playing small and start showing up for herself in a big, bold, beautiful way.

What You Get Inside: ✔️ 4 Group Coaching Calls ✔️ A private members-only app + high vibe community ✔️ Meal & movement plans ✔️ Weekly inspo-packed newsletters ✔️ Mindset tools, time optimization hacks, journaling prompts ✔️ Cortney's 3-part Alignment Blueprint to get crystal clear on your VISION, VALUES & VIBE ✔️ Daily accountability, support, inspiration + big glōw-up energy

All for just $97 during this beta launch round. Yup. You read that right. You get IMMENSE value for less than the price of a pair of Lululemon yoga pants.

🗓 We start May 1st! Calls happen every Thursday in May @ 12-1:30pm EST Can't make it live? No worries—replays will be sent straight to your inbox. 💌

💛 This course is for you if... ✨ You've lost your sparkle & want to feel like YOU again ✨ You're ready to stop overthinking and start taking action ✨ You want structure, support, accountability & community ✨ You've been curious about an alcohol-free lifestyle ✨ You want your mindset, routines & lifestyle to match your goals ✨ You're craving alignment and are ready to GLŌW UP on every level

📲 The App Experience: Our private app is your glow-up clubhouse. It's where you'll: 💬 Connect with the community 🧭 Access resources & coaching call replays 📅 Track your habits 📍 Dive into the Alignment Blueprint 🎉 And stay inspired throughout the whole month!

✨ Weekly Themes: Week 1: Alignment, Alcohol-Free Lifestyle, Time Integrity, Preparation Week 2: Food is Fuel – Clean eating, meal prep, high-protein power Week 3: Movement is Medicine – Walking, weightlifting, yoga & joyful movement Week 4: Mindset, Identity & Lifestyle – Becoming your future self & glowing from the inside out

🪩 Ready to GLŌW with us? Sign up now or join the waitlist to get access to the Alignment Blueprint ✨ SIGN UP HERE

💬 Cortney says:

"If you've been feeling like you lost your sparkle—it's not gone. It's just buried under stress, outdated habits, and maybe a little too much wine. This is your invitation to come back home to yourself and glōw the f*ck up."

🎧 Listen now + share with your bestie who's ready to reset, reclaim & radiate. Let's glow together, babe. 💛

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Upcoming Retreats:

Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025

Lake Keowee Women's Yoga + Wellness Retreat - July 31-August 3, 2025

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To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I'm gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your REVIEW & send it to [email protected]. I'm so grateful for your support & think you'll love these classes!

Kara Reich is the founder of Me Time Botanicals, a clean, high-performance skincare line born out of her personal journey of healing and self-care. After navigating an abusive relationship and battling hormonal acne from stress and burnout, Kara discovered the power of natural skincare rituals in transforming both her skin and her spirit. Her passion led her to study organic cosmetic science and launch Me Time Botanicals—a simplified, affordable skincare line rooted in plant-based ingredients, science, and self-love. Today, Kara empowers women to pause, prioritize their well-being, and glow from the inside out.

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If you're a skincare lover (or just skincare-curious), this episode is a must-listen! I've been obsessed with skincare for years—and even I walked away from this conversation learning SO much. 🤯✨

This week, I sit down with clean-beauty-queen and founder of MeTime Botanicals, my dear friend Kara Reich, to talk all things skin, self-care, science, and simplifying your glow-up routine.

Kara's story is powerful—she turned her own healing journey into a thriving skincare brand rooted in self-love, science, and simplicity. 🌿🧖‍♀️

💫 In this episode we chat about:

• Why Kara created MeTime Botanicals & how it was born from her personal healing journey 🧘‍♀️💔✨

• Her 3-step skincare method (yes, just 3!) "Simplify to Glow" –

• Why processed skincare is 👎🏼 & unprocessed, plant-based formulas are a game-changer

• The shocking truth about hydration (your water bottle isn't the whole story 👀💧)

• The science behind plant-based ingredients (hello, Mothbean = the retinol replacement of our dreams!)

• The magnesium deficiency no one's talking about—and how to fix it through your skin

• The myths that keep us overcomplicating skincare 💸🚫

• Her mission to make clean, high-performing skincare affordable & easy for real women living real lives

🌿 My personal Favorite MeTime Botanicals Products:

✨ Simplify to Glow Collection (3-step skincare) 👁 RevitalEyezing Eye Serum + Lash & Brow Enhancer 🌿 Cool as a Cucumber Deodorant 🧴 Melt Magnesium Body Cream

🧘‍♀️ Want to start Facial Yoga? Try these tutorials from Kara: ✨ Sculpt your jaw & reduce sagging neck ✨ Lift your brow & erase forehead lines ✨ Microcurrent & EMS to tighten skin

💛 Special Offer for Listeners:

Use code UNIQUEWAY15 for 15% off your MeTime Botanicals order! 🛍️ www.metimebotanicals.com

🧠 Kara's Book Recommendation:

📖 The Untethered Soul – Grab it here

👯‍♀️ Connect with Kara:

🌐 Website 📸 Instagram 📘 Facebook

💫 This episode is all about taking your skincare routine back to basics—so you can glow smarter, not harder.

And the best part? Kara reminds us that pro-aging is powerful, and that skincare can be a sacred, soul-nourishing ritual. 💖

If this episode inspired you, screenshot it, tag us @the_unique_way + @metimebotanicals and let us know your favorite takeaway!

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Upcoming Retreats:

Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025

Lake Keowee Women's Yoga + Wellness Retreat - July 31-August 3, 2025

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To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I'm gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your REVIEW & send it to [email protected]. I'm so grateful for your support & think you'll love these classes!

Jonathan Boncek is a highly sought-after Certified Rapid Transformational Therapist and Hypnotherapist, known for helping individuals overcome self-doubt and live fulfilled lives. He's led active retreats for high-achieving men and frequently appears on podcasts to share insights on anxiety and personal growth. A nominated James Beard Award food photographer, Jonathan is a world traveler with a unique perspective, empowering others to break through mental barriers and achieve their full potential.

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In this episode we dive deep into the transformational magic of RTT, how it differs from traditional talk therapy, and why true transformation isn't always about adding more—but about releasing what's holding you back.

Whether you're stuck in the same pattern on repeat, carrying subconscious blocks, or just ready to live more freely and fully, this episode will leave you with so many aha moments. (It definitely did for me!)

Topics of conversation in today's show:

• Jonathan's story and how he found this powerful work

• The 4 I's of RTT: Intake, Investigate, Interrupt, Install

• My own personal trauma-release experience in the sauna 🧖‍♀️

• The difference between RTT & talk therapy

• The rules of the mind and how they shape your life

• The 4 core needs of every child—and how unmet needs show up in adulthood

• & so much more

Connect with Jonathan: Website Instagram

💛 If this episode resonates, share it with a friend, rate the pod, or leave a review—your support means the world & makes a big difference!

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Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025

Imagine a week of: ✨ Seeing the Northern Lights (we're going at the best time of year!) ✨ Zen-ing out in the Blue Lagoon ✨ Exploring hidden waterfalls ✨ Hiking alongside glaciers & immersing yourself in Iceland's stunning landscapes ✨ Reconnecting with yourself & others through daily yoga, mindfulness, and soulful conversations ✨ enjoying amazing meals & beautiful accomodations

This retreat is for you if:

• You love travel, adventure, and immersing yourself in new cultures.

• You want to explore & deepen your yoga practice

• You thrive in community and want to connect with like-hearted people.

• You treasure experiences and memories more than material things.

💫 This retreat is filling up fast—over halfway full! Secure your spot with a $500 deposit. My mom is coming, and this would be an amazing trip to do with your mom, partner, BFF, or even solo (you'll leave with lifelong friends!).

Learn More & Sign Up: Iceland Yoga Retreat

DM or email me with any questions—I'd love to have you join us on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure! ✨

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To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I'm gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your REVIEW & send it to [email protected]. I'm so grateful for your support & think you'll love these classes!

Cortney is on a mission to help women in their 40s look and feel their absolute best in mind, body, and soul.

Based in Charleston, SC, she's a multi-passionate wellness expert: an Airbnb Superhost, 1000+ hour certified yoga teacher, Lululemon Legacy Ambassador, international retreat leader, massage therapist, health & wellness coach, and women's empowerment guide. She's also the voice behind The Unique Way podcast, where she shares inspiring conversations and real-talk wellness wisdom.

Cortney blends decades of experience with contagious energy and heart, creating transformational experiences that help women feel vibrant, confident, and fully alive.

What's up, my people?! It's a solo episode today—just you and me catching up on all the juicy things happening in my world lately. From Hawaiian-themed Bachelor parties to major mindset shifts, this year is already off to a glow-up start—and I've got a lot to share.

In this episode, I'm diving into everything from my 90-day alcohol-free journey, current muscle-building goals, the 40 & Thriving rebrand, my upcoming Lake Keowee Retreat, and the abundance mindset work I've been doing (hello, energetic spring cleaning ✨).

Plus—I'm sharing my current fave morning journaling practice that's been helping me stay grounded, aligned, and energized AF.

And yes, my throat is a little scratchy (#allergies), but the vibes are strong. Let's gooo!

• A fun recap of our Bachelor finale Hawaiian party 🌺

• My current focus on building MUSCLE & why women shouldn't fear "bulking up" (it's hard!) 💪

• Behind the scenes of my 40 & Thriving rebrand

• The Lake Keowee Yoga + Wellness Retreat (you're invited!)

• What I learned from reading Building a Story Brand & Buy Back Your Time 📚

• Big moves: pruning what no longer serves me & stepping into bigger alignment

• My go-to vitamin C (hello, Orange Creamsicle smoothie with @Cymbiotika 🍊)

• Favorite books on the energetics of money

• My 5-question morning journaling practice

• Why circulating money = circulating GOODNESS

• Spring energy = pruning, alignment & expansion 🌱

• Building a Story Brand 2.0 by Donald Miller

• Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell

• Money: A Love Story by Kate Northrup

• Rich As Fck* by Amanda Frances

• Simple Wealth by Holly Morphew

• I Will Teach You to Be Rich by Ramit Sethi

• The Science of Getting Rich by Wallace Wattles (free PDF!)

✨ @Cymbiotika – I'm loving their liposomal Vitamin C in my daily smoothie! Use my special link for 15% off.

1. I'm grateful for…

2. Where am I winning…

3. What does my ideal day look like…

4. Who do I need to be to make that happen…

5. What will I let go of today…

If you love the pod, do me a quick favor: ⭐️ Rate, review, and subscribe 💌 Share this episode with a friend Let's circulate the goodness together—it all comes back in beautiful ways 🙌

Thanks for being here, thanks for being YOU.

Until next time... stay glowing, stay grounded, and keep thriving.

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Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025

Imagine a week of: ✨ Seeing the Northern Lights (we're going at the best time of year!) ✨ Zen-ing out in the Blue Lagoon ✨ Exploring hidden waterfalls ✨ Hiking alongside glaciers & immersing yourself in Iceland's stunning landscapes ✨ Reconnecting with yourself & others through daily yoga, mindfulness, and soulful conversations ✨ enjoying amazing meals & beautiful accomodations

This retreat is for you if:

• You love travel, adventure, and immersing yourself in new cultures.

• You want to explore & deepen your yoga practice

• You thrive in community and want to connect with like-hearted people.

• You treasure experiences and memories more than material things.

💫 This retreat is filling up fast—over halfway full! Secure your spot with a $500 deposit. My mom is coming, and this would be an amazing trip to do with your mom, partner, BFF, or even solo (you'll leave with lifelong friends!).

Learn More & Sign Up: Iceland Yoga Retreat

DM or email me with any questions—I'd love to have you join us on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure! ✨

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To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I'm gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your REVIEW & send it to [email protected]. I'm so grateful for your support & think you'll love these classes!

Nora is the Founder of Critical Ritual, a sacred space for people to connect to their inner healers through herbal medicine, spiritual ceremony, and community rituals. Critical Ritual began as an herbal apothecary but has grown into a community hub offering personalized consultations, plant identification workshops, and land-blessing ceremonies. Our mission is to weave the ancient traditions of healing into modern-day life, helping individuals cultivate deeper relationships with the land, the plants, and their own intuition.

🌿 Topics We Cover:

🔹 The origins of Critical Ritual and its evolution from an apothecary to a community hub 🔹 The healing properties of plants and how they serve as spiritual allies 🔹 How grief can be a doorway to spiritual awakening and transformation 🔹 The folk lore & medicinal and mystical qualities of the Live Oak—a portal to other worlds 🔹 The importance of being barefoot, grounding, and syncing with nature & the seasons 🔹 How community rituals and ceremonies foster healing and connection 🔹 The power of plant walks and tuning into the spirit of plants 🔹 Practical ways to cultivate a deeper relationship with the land and local plants

🌱 Connect with Nora & Critical Ritual: 🔗 Website: criticalritual.co 📸 Instagram: @criticalritual

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Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025

Imagine a week of: ✨ Seeing the Northern Lights (we're going at the best time of year!) ✨ Zen-ing out in the Blue Lagoon ✨ Exploring hidden waterfalls ✨ Hiking alongside glaciers & immersing yourself in Iceland's stunning landscapes ✨ Reconnecting with yourself & others through daily yoga, mindfulness, and soulful conversations ✨ enjoying amazing meals & beautiful accomodations

This retreat is for you if:

• You love travel, adventure, and immersing yourself in new cultures.

• You want to explore & deepen your yoga practice

• You thrive in community and want to connect with like-hearted people.

• You treasure experiences and memories more than material things.

💫 This retreat is filling up fast—over halfway full! Secure your spot with a $500 deposit. My mom is coming, and this would be an amazing trip to do with your mom, partner, BFF, or even solo (you'll leave with lifelong friends!).

Learn More & Sign Up: Iceland Yoga Retreat

DM or email me with any questions—I'd love to have you join us on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure! ✨

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To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I'm gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your REVIEW & send it to [email protected]. I'm so grateful for your support & think you'll love these classes!

In this episode, I take you through my personal journey with The Amazing Liver & Gallbladder Flush by Andreas Moritz—a powerful detox protocol designed to support liver and gallbladder health. This cleanse is all about gentle detoxification, and unlike restrictive fasts, you still eat three meals a day! But let me tell you—it's a journey.

From food preparation to the final flush, I'm sharing everything: ✔️ How the cleanse works ✔️ What I ate each day ✔️ The highs, the lows & the unexpected effects ✔️ The detox symptoms I experienced (hello, bloating & body aches 😵‍💫) ✔️ The moment I saw the stones & felt lighter, brighter & cleaner

💡 What is The Amazing Liver & Gallbladder Flush? For 6 days, you follow a clean, whole-food, vegan diet (no processed foods, no refined sugar, no caffeine, no gluten). Each day, you drink 32 oz of apple juice or 8 oz of tart cherry juice to help soften gallstones for easier elimination. The final day includes a grapefruit & olive oil solution and Epsom salt flushes to clear out the liver & gallbladder.

🔹 My Key Takeaways from This Cleanse: ✔️ Cutting out caffeine helped me sleep better & reduced my anxiety (I'm not going back!) ✔️ The infrared sauna + castor oil packs were amazing for detox support ✔️ My gut did NOT love the beans, dried fruit & high-fiber diet 🤢 ✔️ I felt lighter & more energized by the end ✔️ My eyes looked brighter & clearer (hello, natural glow!) ✔️ Cleansing is HARD, but it's so worth it

🔹 Detox & Self-Care Practices I Used: 💆‍♀️ Dry brushing + tongue scraping 🛁 Epsom salt baths 💧 Lemon water with Redmond salt 🔥 Infrared sauna + cold plunge (& why I shouldn't have done the cold plunge, oops!) 🧘‍♀️ Gentle movement: walking, yoga, stretching 🌿 Colon hydrotherapy (check out Episode 25: Gut Harmony!) 🫒 Castor oil packs on my liver every night

🎧 Tune in for the full breakdown of my experience, the challenges I faced, and my final thoughts on whether I'd do it again!

📖 Want to try this cleanse? Check out The Amazing Liver & Gallbladder Flush by Andreas Moritz

🎧 Episode 25: Gut Health & Colon Hydrotherapy w/ Neda Smith

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Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025

Imagine a week of: ✨ Seeing the Northern Lights (we're going at the best time of year!) ✨ Zen-ing out in the Blue Lagoon ✨ Exploring hidden waterfalls ✨ Hiking alongside glaciers & immersing yourself in Iceland's stunning landscapes ✨ Reconnecting with yourself & others through daily yoga, mindfulness, and soulful conversations ✨ enjoying amazing meals & beautiful accomodations

This retreat is for you if:

• You love travel, adventure, and immersing yourself in new cultures.

• You want to explore & deepen your yoga practice

• You thrive in community and want to connect with like-hearted people.

• You treasure experiences and memories more than material things.

💫 This retreat is filling up fast—over halfway full! Secure your spot with a $500 deposit. My mom is coming, and this would be an amazing trip to do with your mom, partner, BFF, or even solo (you'll leave with lifelong friends!).

Learn More & Sign Up: Iceland Yoga Retreat

DM or email me with any questions—I'd love to have you join us on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure! ✨

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To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I'm gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your REVIEW & send it to [email protected]. I'm so grateful for your support & think you'll love these classes!

In this episode, I sit down with Gaye Walden, a Holistic Breast Health Educator and Certified Breast Thermography Specialist, to talk about a proactive, holistic approach to breast health. After experiencing DCIS (Ductal Carcinoma In Situ) in 2007, Gaye dedicated her life to researching and educating women on breast health, prevention, and thermography—a powerful, non-invasive screening tool.

Gaye shares invaluable knowledge, tools, and lifestyle practices to help women take charge of their breast health naturally. This is a must-listen episode for anyone wanting to be proactive, empowered, and informed about their breast health!

🔹 Topics We Cover:

✅ What is Breast Thermography? – A gold-standard screening method for early detection ✅ 5 Pillars of Breast Health – Key lifestyle factors for prevention & wellness ✅ Lymphatic Health – The role of lymphatic drainage in breast health & how to support it ✅ Breast Lymphatic Massage & Cupping – Techniques to stimulate circulation & detoxification ✅ Ditching Antiperspirants with Aluminum – Why sweating is essential for detoxing ✅ The Connection Between Hormones & Breast Health – How to balance naturally ✅ The Liver's Role in Breast Health – Why it's the key organ for metabolizing estrogen ✅ Foods & Supplements for Breast & Liver Health – What to eat & natural support like DIM ✅ The Importance of a Supportive Medical Team – How to build a trusted network of practitioners ✅ Mammograms: The Pros & Cons – Are there risks to traditional screening methods? ✅ The Root Cause of Fibrocystic Breasts – And how to address it holistically

📚 Resources & Links:

📖 Books:

• Heal Your Body by Louise Hay

• Breast Cancer? Breast Health!: The Wise Woman Way by Susan S. Weed

💊 Supplements & Tools:

• DIM – A natural supplement that supports estrogen metabolism

• Rebounder – A great way to stimulate the lymphatic system

🔗 Connect with Gaye & Learn More:

📩 Email: [email protected] 🌎 Website: HolisticBreastHealth.com 📚 Resources: Good Breast Health Resources 📸 Instagram: @HolisticBreastHealth

🎧 Plz share this episode with the women in your life - knowledge is power! Your health is in your hands! 💖

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Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025

Imagine a week of: ✨ Seeing the Northern Lights (we're going at the best time of year!) ✨ Zen-ing out in the Blue Lagoon ✨ Exploring hidden waterfalls ✨ Hiking alongside glaciers & immersing yourself in Iceland's stunning landscapes ✨ Reconnecting with yourself & others through daily yoga, mindfulness, and soulful conversations ✨ enjoying amazing meals & beautiful accomodations

This retreat is for you if:

• You love travel, adventure, and immersing yourself in new cultures.

• You want to explore & deepen your yoga practice

• You thrive in community and want to connect with like-hearted people.

• You treasure experiences and memories more than material things.

💫 This retreat is filling up fast—over halfway full! Secure your spot with a $500 deposit. My mom is coming, and this would be an amazing trip to do with your mom, partner, BFF, or even solo (you'll leave with lifelong friends!).

Learn More & Sign Up: Iceland Yoga Retreat

DM or email me with any questions—I'd love to have you join us on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure! ✨

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To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I'm gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your REVIEW & send it to [email protected]. I'm so grateful for your support & think you'll love these classes!