The Wholeness Walk: Faith Nourished, Spirit-Led & Wellness Filled

Welcome back to The Wholeness Walk Podcast--where we are faith-nourished, Spirit-led, and Wellness-filled.

In this episode, Dr. Tomeka, Host, has a very insightful and educational conversation with Dr. Stephanie Lukas, on a subject that is everywhere right now--GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy--but they go deeper than the headlines. Because while these medications can be powerful tools, they are not the full story.

In this episode, they talk about what actually sustains results: your nutrition, your daily habits, your mindset, and how you steward your body through it all. This isn't about quick fixes--it's about lasting transformation.

So, if you've been curious, considering or currently on the GLP-1 journey, this conversation will help you move from just taking a medication to truly walking in wholeness.

Dr. Stephanie Lukas is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician with 5 years of primary care experience currently cross-training in occupational medicine. She is a graduate of Georgetown University (BA in Linguistics, Cum Laude),

University of Washington School of Medicine: MD

Billings Clinic Internal Medicine Residency: Internal Medicine Residency and

Board Certified in Internal Medicine. She was raised and trained in rural Montana and gained an appreciation for how access to resources affects healthcare decisions.

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What do you do when the life you prayed for...is no longer the life you're called to live? She had the title. The private practice. The respect. But deep down--she knew... God was calling her for more, for greater. She obeyed the calling of God and took the leap of faith and said "Yes". Her "Yes" led her to start the Oui Holistic Wellcare Center.

In today's conversation, Dr. Tomeka, Host has a very inspiring conversation with Dr. Benita Varnado about her journey from Ob/Gyn Private practice to Founder of The Oui Holistic Wellcare Center.

Dr. Varnado shares her journey and discusses things that so many fear but shares how her faith and obedience in God has led her on this journey that has been very fulfilling.

Dr. Benita Varnado, MD is a Board Certified Ob/Gyn Physician with 20+years of experience, a Board Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician, and Founder of the Oui Holistic Wellcare Center. Dr. Varnado partners with women to uncover the root causes of their symptoms and conditions. "Oui" meaning "yes" in French, reflects the center's commitment to saying yes to healing, transformation, and being inspired by a community that keeps you accountable. The Center uses its Trifecta of Healing--Lifestyle Change, Community, and God--to support TRUE transformation and lasting results. Dr. Varnado is dedicated to helping women live a life of wellness and happiness.

You can contact Dr. Varnado through Facebook & Instagram Oui Holistic Wellcare Center for Women and ouiwellcare.com

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In the episode, Dr. Tomeka, Host discusses various diets. With so many diet trends, keto, intermittent fasting, plant-based diet, Mediterranean, and more--it can be hard to know what actually works. So, Dr. Tomeka explores the truth about popular diets and what you should consider before choosing one. Instead of chasing the latest trend, Dr. Tomeka talks about how to find an approach to eating that supports your health, lifestyle, and long-term wellness. Listen as she breaks down the options and helps you think through what the best fit for you might be.

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Hey fam… welcome back to The Wholeness Walk with Host, Dr. Tomeka.

When was the last time you woke up feeling truly rested… not just awake, but restored?

Because if you’re anything like so many others—juggling purpose, family, business, and everything in between—rest has probably become optional…

Something you squeeze in… instead of something you’re sustained by.

We’ve been taught to wear exhaustion like a badge of honor.

To celebrate being busy.

To push through, power up, and keep going… even when our bodies are quietly begging us to slow down.

What if the very thing you’ve been sacrificing—your sleep—is actually the key to your clarity, your energy, and your emotional balance?

In today’s episode, Dr. Tomeka has a very powerful conversation with Special Guest, Dr. Subaila Zia, a Sleep Specialist who helps patients obtain optimal sleep through her own Sleep Company, Telemedora, where she is the Founder and CEO. Dr. Zia, Board Certified Sleep, Pulmonary, and Critical Care Physician with many years of clinical experience. She trained in multiple distinguished programs as follows, Sleep Fellowship from Emory University, Atlanta, GA, Critical Care Fellowship from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, NYC, Pulmonary Fellowship from Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University, CT, Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Washington University, Fellow of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (FAASM), Fellow of College of Chest Physicians (FCCP) title from American College of Chest Physicians, and Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Certification from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Management of Sloan School.

In this conversation today, Dr. Tomeka and Dr. Zia are talking about what it really means to sleep like you’re meant to.

Because sleep isn’t weakness.

It’s not laziness.

And it’s definitely not something you have to earn.

Sleep is your superpower.

And today, we’re going to reclaim it—together.

So, take a deep breath…

Release the pressure to perform…

And let’s walk into wholeness—one night of true rest at a time.

If you would like to reach Dr. Zia, contact her at 650-687-7368 or at www.Telemedora.com

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March is Women's History Month and acknowledgement is made to the contributions of Women to American History, culture, and society.

In this episode, Dr. Tomeka, Host, has an Inspiring Conversation with a Woman of Excellence, Dr. Subaila Zia.

Dr. Zia is the Founder and CEO, a board-certified sleep, pulmonary, and critical care physician with years of clinical experience. She trained in multiple distinguished programs as follows, Sleep Fellowship from Emory University, Atlanta, GA, Critical Care Fellowship from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, NYC, Pulmonary Fellowship from Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University, CT, Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Washington University, Fellow of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (FAASM),Fellow of College of Chest Physicians (FCCP) title from American College of Chest Physicians, and Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Certification from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Management Sloan School.

Dr. Zia is dedicated to providing excellent care to patients. Driven by her commitment to healthcare innovation, Dr. Zia strives to enhance fixing your sleep. She has also been a speaker on healthcare-related topics at conferences, TV, podcasts, and on different media platforms. Dr. Subaila Zia’s leadership and dedication are at the heart of Telemedora’s mission to provide exceptional medical care through innovation and accessibility. Beyond her medical pursuits, she enjoys music and reading.

This conversation will inspire you to achieve all your dreams despite the challenges that you may experience.

To reach Dr. Zia, contact her at 650-687-7368 or at www.Telemedora.com

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In this inspiring episode, Dr. Tomeka, Host has an amazing conversation with her daughter, a high school senior, Nyomi who shares her story on how she learned about her inspiration for her career choice in black history, Ann Lowe. Nyomi shares Ann Lowe's story, which is quite remarkable and fascinating.

Black history is not just a chapter in a textbook, but it is a living legacy that shapes who we are today. From the sacrifices of the past to the opportunities of today, understanding our story, builds identity, confidence, and purpose. When our youth know where they come from, they walk differently. They dream differently. They lead differently.

This conversation is about identity, legacy, and equipping the next generation to move forward rooted in truth and strength.

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In this episode, Dr. Tomeka Host, and Dr. Jarrod Day, Board Certified Vascular Surgeon have an important conversation about Heart Health and how to prevent heart disease. In this impactful conversation during Heart Health Month, Dr. Tomeka and Dr. Jarrod Day go beyond what most people have been taught about heart health and uncover the critical role the vascular system plays in your energy, longevity, and overall well-being.

This episode will equip you with the knowledge and motivation to care for your body and heart with intention, listen to its signals, and take proactive steps to protect your health for years to come.

Dr. Jarrod Day practices vascular surgery and is a vein specialist providing care to patients in the NC area. To schedule an appointment, contact usaveinclinics.com

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In this episode, Dr. Tomeka discusses how important it is to not only write your vision, but to begin to do the small, repetitive things daily that will bring it to reality. She discusses how vision isn't sustained by big moments, but by faithfulness in the reps: the daily, often unseen acts of obedience. When the work feels monotonous or exhausting, it's easy to lose sight of the purpose that once felt so clear. This episode invites you to see the reps as refining, not draining, and to recognize that consistency is often God's chosen method for growth. You'll be encouraged to protect your vision, refresh your "why", and trust what feels repetitive is actually preparing you for what's next.

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Welcome back to The Wholeness Walk Podcast, where we choose faith-nourished, wellness-filled, and Spirit-led living, with Dr. Tomeka Day as your Host.

As we step into a new year, there's often a quiet pressure to rush--new goals, new plans, new expectations. But before we get busy, God invites us to get aligned.

Today's episode isn't about hustling harder or filling your calendar. It's about pausing long enough to listen, to breathe, and to ask God what truly matters in this next season.

If you are a busy mom, high achieving woman, or hardworking leader in your family who feels the pull to do more but senses God calling you to move differently, this episode is for you. Grab a pen, find a quiet moment, and let's walk into 2026 with clarity, peace, and purpose-- together.

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Welcome, everyone.

Our recurring guest, Dr. Jarrod and Host- Dr. Tomeka have a warm conversation on Gratitude and what they are especially thankful for this year.

As we gather for today’s episode, we’re reminded that Thanksgiving isn’t just a season — it’s a posture of the heart. It’s a moment to look back over the year and trace the fingerprints of God in places we may have overlooked.

This year, God has shown up in quiet ways and powerful ways… in answered prayers, in unexpected provision, in moments of peace we didn’t earn, and strength we didn’t know we had. Even in the valleys, He was shaping us, teaching us, and reminding us that His presence never left.

Today, we want to honor that.

We want to pause and thank God for the grace that carried us, the blessings that surprised us, and the growth that stretched us. We want to celebrate the ways He has been faithful, even when life felt uncertain.

So, wherever you’re listening from, we invite you to slow down with us… breathe… and join this heartfelt reflection on the reasons we’re feeling extra thankful this year — not because everything was perfect, but because God was present in all of it.

Let’s step into this moment together.

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