The Wellness Amazon

Today I am speaking with Alia again, Master of Psychology and expert in communication, about a very BIG subject: BOUNDARIES! For some of us, they are really hard to create and even harder to uphold.

We will chat about commitments, speaking your truth, taking care of YOU, assertiveness, and also HOW to kindly respect yourself in front of others.

Today I am chatting with Brian Friedman, who is the founder and co-owner of Redefined Yoga, an amazing Functional Yoga platform online. He has over 30 years of experience in yoga and is the inventor & developer of Functional Yoga Instruction.

We are chatting about balance, grounding, and a whole lot of breathwork to help you with your mental health and support your overall wellbeing. And remember, none of this is medical advice ;)

Here are the links you need to find Brian and his amazing, virtual yoga studio:

• https://www.instagram.com/redefinedyogaonline?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==   

• https://www.redefinedyoga.com/

• www.youtube.com/@RedefinedYogaOnline 

  Here is the book we are talking about:

• https://www.mrjamesnestor.com/breath-book 

This is a FLOW of thoughts and feelings, experiences and growth between me and our amazing guest Anika, who is a holistic health coach and creator of beautiful artwork and natal charts on Etsy. Find her shop on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyVerbenaShop

Catch Part 2 next week, where we talk more about the feminine flow and how to rekindle it if you'd like to get back into this flow state.

• Soldier's Heart, https://www.southcentralfoundation.com/family-wellness-warriors-nuiju/veteran-first-responder-support/ 

• PTSD resources, 

• https://www.ptsd.va.gov/

• If you are in crisis or need mental health support for PTSD, you can call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or if you are a Veteran, you can call 988 and select 1, text 838255, or start a confidential chat via the Veterans Crisis Line.

• Warrior's Heart, https://www.warriorsheart.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=TTFV%20-%20pMax%20-%20Nov%202023&utm_term&campaignid=20732749367&adgroupid&creative&matchtype&network=x&device=m&keyword&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22509884806&gbraid=0AAAAADfyeJCpo3pxO0dMWkg6afD13qn4U 

Today, I am chatting with Jon & Lyanne, the owners and instructors at Sanity Jiu Jitsu in Winter Garden, Florida. Lyanne is a first-degree black belt and massage therapist with 15 years of experience in the grappling/martial arts realm. 

Jon is a second-degree black belt with 17 years of grappling experience and a Marine Veteran. 

Their mission is to foster dedication, make everyone feel welcome, treat each student with respect, empower their members, and help members reach their goals. 

We will talk about anxiety, performance pressure, assertiveness, and beyond when starting a sport that involves being close to other people. 

https://sanityjiujitsu.com/

In this episode, we are talking about the five different love languages and how intricate they can be for HSPs. Mastering the understanding, giving, and receiving of such is a huge advantage in any relationship, whether with your partner, friends, co-workers, family, or in a group.

No affiliation here, but check out the website and see which is YOUR dominant love language. https://5lovelanguages.com/

In this episode, I speak with Heidi, a CPT (Certified Personal Trainer), nutrition coach, transformation specialist, and female hormone health specialist from AK.

She owns Anchor Point Gym: https://www.anchorpointgym.com/

And her own coaching business here: https://changingtidesfitness.com/

She will share her personal story about her ADHD diagnosis and how women are presenting very different symptoms, which can be hard for most of us to be seen as ADHD. Hormones play a factor in it all, and if you are an HSP on top of it, you might think that your symptoms are just “you”. This is not medical advice by any means, so speak to a professional about any concerns. Here are some resources Heidi mentions in our chat: 

• https://www.psychologytoday.com/us Psychology Today, filter for women & ADHD 

• Chadd.org ADHD directory to find practitioners 

• ADD.org ADDA = ADD association 

• https://www.additudemag.com/ https://www.additudemag.com/resources/?srsltid=AfmBOopOP0jFlR6JOhDyvPrM_tlVwH2l_8ltQupp68higyLY7agyqbP7 

In this episode, we are discussing parenting HSP (Highly Sensitive Person) children and/or parenting as an HSP parent. How, that can be challenging, and how it can also be so beautiful. Tune in if you have an HSP kiddo(s) and/or if you are an HSP yourself and that influences your parenting, or maybe, you just suspect it does. We are discussing this with our beautiful Anika and Jess, a veteran, stunt-woman, actress, and voice actor, and also a Master's in Psychology. She has her own Podcast under "German Chocolate - Life of a Mixed Girl". Find her here: https://www.instagram.com/realgermanchoc https://www.jessicaviviane-vo.com/ Anika's Etsy store is on https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyVerbenaShop

In this ongoing stream of thoughts, we delve further into the feminine flow and its significance for us, emphasizing the importance of balance in our lives, the conditioning that prompts us to resist our longing for balance, and how to rekindle it if you wish to return to this flow state. This is a FLOW of thoughts and feelings, experiences and growth between me and our amazing guest Anika, who is a holistic health coach and creator of beautiful artwork and natal charts on Etsy. Find her shop on Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MyVerbenaShop

In this episode of the Wellness Amazon podcast, I speak with registered dietitian Kristine about the intricate connections between nutrition, mental health, and the experiences of highly sensitive people (HSPs). We explore how diet impacts mood, the importance of key nutrients, and practical strategies for managing emotional eating and decision fatigue. The conversation emphasizes the significance of mindfulness, meal prep, and hydration in maintaining overall well-being, particularly for those who are HSPs.

Practical Tipps:

• Eat the rainbow daily - more color means more brain-protective phytonutrients

• Prioritize omega-3s - aim for 2–3 servings of fatty fish per week or supplement as needed

• Ditch the ultra-ultra processed stuff - look for foods with fewer ingredients

• Add a fermented food daily - yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut or kimchi

• Stay hydrated - even mild dehydration can impair mood and focus 

  • Regular Exercise: Boosts mood and reduces anxiety.

  • Sleep: 7–9 hours per night supports brain and hormone function.

  • Mindfulness or Meditation: Helps manage stress and emotional eating.

  • Social Connection: Shared meals and community support both mental and emotional health.