Take a minute for yourself, plug in ya headphones, and de-stress with this inspirational & educational episode!! 

In this solo episode, I jam on:

• Why you feel like you can't catch up/are overwhelmed/multiple stressors are piling up
• How our external environment has such a huge influence on us
• How we can keep our internal sense of self and balance
• How to manage stressors

https://briawannamaker.com/2022/01/12/why-youre-feeling-like-its-just-one-thing-after-another/

Jones, D. E., Park, J. S., Gamby, K., Bigelow, T. M., Mersha, T. B., & Folger, A.T. (2021). Mental Health Epigenetics: A Primer With Implications for Counselors. The Professional Counselor, 11 (1), pp. 102-121. Retrieved from http://tpcjournal.nbcc.org doi: 10.15241/dej.11.1.102

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Connect with your host Bria Wannamaker on Instagram & TikTok @bria.wannamaker

To work with me visit https://briawannamaker.com/ 

Here’s what I do:

·         B. Wannamaker Psychotherapy (group therapy and 1-on-1 counselling services) – online/virtual

·         Bodies by B (group fitness classes and 1-on-1 personal training) – online/virtual

·         Andddddddd obviously, keep on tuning in to The Better Bodies Podcast!

Bria Wannamaker, RP.
@therapywithbria_
www.briawannamakerpsychotherapy.com

As always, please remember that these podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and are not a substitute for medical healthcare or mental healthcare. Podcasts are available as an educational and entertainment resource and are not advice, recommendations, or suggestions. Please seek out the necessary professional services if you require assistance.

Courtney was so generous to share her story about going through a diagnosis with ulcerative Colitis and shedding some light on how we can find balance in our lives and listen to our bodies. To quote Court: "If I'm tired, I'm just going to sleep". I LOVE THIS!! So often we push ourselves way too far and ignore what's really going on intuitively, sleep is good, rest is good - your body needs this!

In this episode, we jammed on:

• How to deal with resistance and judgement from others when you're pursuing your dreams
• Managing your own emotions and goals in response to comments, feedback, and praise from others
• How to feel good in your own skin
• How to accept where you're at on your health and fitness journey

Connect with Court on IG @journeytolimitless_
You'll be inspired and motivated by her podcast: Journey To Limitless https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/journey-to-limitless/id1545515070

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Connect with your host Bria Wannamaker on Instagram & TikTok @bria.wannamaker

To work with me visit https://briawannamaker.com/ 

Here’s what I do:

·         B. Wannamaker Psychotherapy (group therapy and 1-on-1 counselling services) – online/virtual

·         Bodies by B (group fitness classes and 1-on-1 personal training) – online/virtual

·         Andddddddd obviously, keep on tuning in to The Better Bodies Podcast!

Bria Wannamaker, RP.
@therapywithbria_
www.briawannamakerpsychotherapy.com

As always, please remember that these podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and are not a substitute for medical healthcare or mental healthcare. Podcasts are available as an educational and entertainment resource and are not advice, recommendations, or suggestions. Please seek out the necessary professional services if you require assistance.

I learned so much from Rosalyn about the impact of family expectations, judgement, criticism, and the role that culture can have on our relationships with fitness, food, and our own body image. To quote Rosalyn: "Always give something a try" - even if you have hesitations, it's OKAY to step out of your comfort zone, we can have underlying fears but it's important to work toward overcoming these fears in order to create memories and experiences in our lives.

In this episode, we jammed on:

• How to succeed at your dreams & passions WHILE working full-time
• How to enjoy your life experiences
• How to eat all the foods and ENJOY!!!

Connect with Rosalyn on IG @rosalyngambhir
Check out her blog at https://www.rosalyngambhir.com/

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Connect with your host Bria Wannamaker on Instagram & TikTok @bria.wannamaker

To work with me visit https://briawannamaker.com/ 

Here’s what I do:

·         B. Wannamaker Psychotherapy (group therapy and 1-on-1 counselling services) – online/virtual

·         Bodies by B (group fitness classes and 1-on-1 personal training) – online/virtual

·         Andddddddd obviously, keep on tuning in to The Better Bodies Podcast!

Bria Wannamaker, RP.
@therapywithbria_
www.briawannamakerpsychotherapy.com

As always, please remember that these podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and are not a substitute for medical healthcare or mental healthcare. Podcasts are available as an educational and entertainment resource and are not advice, recommendations, or suggestions. Please seek out the necessary professional services if you require assistance.

Ya'll, in this episode I go DEEP, raw, and honest about how my new found meditation practice has literally changed my life in a matter of weeks. YEP, WEEKS! 

In this solo episode, I jam on:

• Letting go of old thoughts, feelings, and behaviours keeping us stuck (addiction)
• How to meditate/start a mindfulness practice for yourself
• How to connect with sensations and feelings in your body
• How to build up your sense of self and learning to regulate your own emotions
• How to manage your triggers and act from a place of love and gratitude vs. reacting from a place of fear and survival

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Connect with your host Bria Wannamaker on Instagram & TikTok @bria.wannamaker

To work with me visit https://briawannamaker.com/ 

Here’s what I do:

·         B. Wannamaker Psychotherapy (group therapy and 1-on-1 counselling services) – online/virtual

·         Bodies by B (group fitness classes and 1-on-1 personal training) – online/virtual

·         Andddddddd obviously, keep on tuning in to The Better Bodies Podcast!

Bria Wannamaker, RP.
@therapywithbria_
www.briawannamakerpsychotherapy.com

As always, please remember that these podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and are not a substitute for medical healthcare or mental healthcare. Podcasts are available as an educational and entertainment resource and are not advice, recommendations, or suggestions. Please seek out the necessary professional services if you require assistance.

IT IS SO IMPORTANT that we learn how to experience joy, pleasure, and FUN!!! I love Beth's approach to making movement accessible and enjoyable by respecting our body's intuitive needs. Tune into this episode to find out about Beth's journey in the fitness industry and as a busy mom & entrepreneur.

In this episode we jammed on:

• Intuitive movement
• Disordered eating
• Post-partum rehabilitation to fitness
• Diversity in the fitness industry
• Entrepreneurship, motherhood, business endeavors - being a multi-passionate woman!

Connect with Beth on IG @careerfit_mom
So many goodies here on her website, from online fitness classes to blog & podcast!! https://www.careerfitmom.ca/ 

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Connect with your host Bria Wannamaker on Instagram & TikTok @bria.wannamaker

To work with me visit https://briawannamaker.com/ 

Here’s what I do:

·         B. Wannamaker Psychotherapy (group therapy and 1-on-1 counselling services) – online/virtual

·         Bodies by B (group fitness classes and 1-on-1 personal training) – online/virtual

·         Andddddddd obviously, keep on tuning in to The Better Bodies Podcast!

Bria Wannamaker, RP.
@therapywithbria_
www.briawannamakerpsychotherapy.com

As always, please remember that these podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and are not a substitute for medical healthcare or mental healthcare. Podcasts are available as an educational and entertainment resource and are not advice, recommendations, or suggestions. Please seek out the necessary professional services if you require assistance.

To sum up this interview, here is a direct quote from Nancy "Trust yo-self, bitch." We are so wise. Our bodies hold so much wisdom but cannot act alone - we need to foster the mind-body connection in order to be in coherence and to live a life where we feel whole and authentic. Join us for this DEEP and HEARTFELT conversation among friends.

In this episode we jammed on:

• Dating and relationships
• Fatphobia in healthcare settings
• Emotional vulnerability
• Connecting with your intuition
• Developing self-worth and sense of self

Connect with Nancy on IG @thebeeansthebaroness and check out their link in bio for more amazing stuff such as handmade bath products, jewelry, tarot cards, life coaching, trauma informed Yin Yoga, & more!!!!!!
You'll love listening to Nancy's podcast KTT with NMC 

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Connect with your host Bria Wannamaker on Instagram & TikTok @bria.wannamaker

To work with me visit https://briawannamaker.com/ 

Here’s what I do:

·         B. Wannamaker Psychotherapy (group therapy and 1-on-1 counselling services) – online/virtual

·         Bodies by B (group fitness classes and 1-on-1 personal training) – online/virtual

·         Andddddddd obviously, keep on tuning in to The Better Bodies Podcast!

Bria Wannamaker, RP.
@therapywithbria_
www.briawannamakerpsychotherapy.com

As always, please remember that these podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and are not a substitute for medical healthcare or mental healthcare. Podcasts are available as an educational and entertainment resource and are not advice, recommendations, or suggestions. Please seek out the necessary professional services if you require assistance.

And that's a wrap on SEASON 1 of The BBP! Can't wait to bring you more incredible interviews in Season 2 of the podcast starting on Monday January 3rd, 2022! There are a lot of takeaways in this episode so have a pen and paper or the notes section on your phone ready to go if you're someone who is looking to grow, heal, and make some changes for yourself this upcoming year! Thank you so much for being here, I LOVE being able to share these conversations with you.

Common THEMES among interviews:

• Going for walks in nature = gentle movement & relaxation
• Healing, growing, & changing = lifelong journey & not linear
• REST is PRODUCTIVE
• Less doing/busy & more just simply being
• Lean on others & ask for support

Here are all of the interviews from Season 1 of The BBP:

• Kaltum Hassan – Episode 4
• Tabitha Fararr – Episode 7
• Lindsay Landry - Episode 11
• Jessica Gill - Episode 14
• Hailey Rafuse - Episode 16
• Natalie Rose Allen - Episode 19
• Alisa Herriman - Episode 21
• Hannah Hutson - Episode 24
• Kim Basler - Episode 26
• Ally Zadra - Episode 27
• Nicola Turcotte - Episode 30
• Ragen Chastain - Episode 32
• Chloe Grande - Episode 34
• Megan Eddinger - Episode 35
• Janikka Blair Murray - Episode 37
• Alex Duffy - Episode 38

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Connect with your host Bria Wannamaker on Instagram & TikTok @bria.wannamaker

To work with me visit https://briawannamaker.com/ 

Here’s what I do:

·         B. Wannamaker Psychotherapy (group therapy and 1-on-1 counselling services) – online/virtual

·         Bodies by B (group fitness classes and 1-on-1 personal training) – online/virtual

·         Andddddddd obviously, keep on tuning in to The Better Bodies Podcast!

Bria Wannamaker, RP.
@therapywithbria_
www.briawannamakerpsychotherapy.com

As always, please remember that these podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and are not a substitute for medical healthcare or mental healthcare. Podcasts are available as an educational and entertainment resource and are not advice, recommendations, or suggestions. Please seek out the necessary professional services if you require assistance.

If you're unsure of how to balance your meals in order to keep your body fueled and your blood sugar level throughout the day, then this conversation is for you! It was so great to connect with Alex - I'm so excited for you to hear her perspectives and guidance  on health and wellness. 

In this episode we jammed on:

• Eating meals and snacks
• It's OK to eat the carbs
• Preparing meals
• What works for some does not work for all 
• How to stay hydrated

Connect with Alex on Instagram @alex_rose17
Check out her website if you're interested in learning more about the supplements that she offers! https://alexduffy.le-vel.com/
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Connect with your host Bria Wannamaker on Instagram & TikTok @bria.wannamaker

To work with me visit https://briawannamaker.com/ 

Here’s what I do:

·         B. Wannamaker Psychotherapy (group therapy and 1-on-1 counselling services) – online/virtual

·         Bodies by B (group fitness classes and 1-on-1 personal training) – online/virtual

·         Andddddddd obviously, keep on tuning in to The Better Bodies Podcast!

Bria Wannamaker, RP.
@therapywithbria_
www.briawannamakerpsychotherapy.com

As always, please remember that these podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and are not a substitute for medical healthcare or mental healthcare. Podcasts are available as an educational and entertainment resource and are not advice, recommendations, or suggestions. Please seek out the necessary professional services if you require assistance.

YOU NEED TO LISTEN TO THIS. Speaking with Janikka gave me LIFE! We chatted about re-building the mind-body connection, this is such an empowering conversation that leaves room for you to take control and realize how much power and influence you can have over your own health and wellness. 

In this episode we jammed on:

• Holistic health and wellness
• INTUITION
• Health and culture
• Sustainable wellness and mental health
• Healing as a society
• Hunger cues
• Mind-body connection
• Relationships

Connect with Janikka on Instagram @themotherstongue
Website: www.themotherstongue.com
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Connect with your host Bria Wannamaker on Instagram & TikTok @bria.wannamaker

To work with me visit https://briawannamaker.com/ 

Here’s what I do:

·         B. Wannamaker Psychotherapy (group therapy and 1-on-1 counselling services) – online/virtual

·         Bodies by B (group fitness classes and 1-on-1 personal training) – online/virtual

·         Andddddddd obviously, keep on tuning in to The Better Bodies Podcast!

Bria Wannamaker, RP.
@therapywithbria_
www.briawannamakerpsychotherapy.com

As always, please remember that these podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and are not a substitute for medical healthcare or mental healthcare. Podcasts are available as an educational and entertainment resource and are not advice, recommendations, or suggestions. Please seek out the necessary professional services if you require assistance.

Happy Holidays my loves!! Here is a quick mindfulness practice to help you drop in and connect your body and mind. The holidays can be disrupting to our regular routines which can cause emotional dysregulation,  distress, & discomfort. USE THIS mini-meditation (guided by yours truly) to help you re-establish your sense of self.

In this solo session I jam on:

• Balancing your wants and needs over the holidays
• Feelings of guilt
• Saying no and setting boundaries
• Finding YOUR homeostasis 

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Connect with your host Bria Wannamaker on Instagram & TikTok @bria.wannamaker

To work with me visit https://briawannamaker.com/ 

Here’s what I do:

·         B. Wannamaker Psychotherapy (group therapy and 1-on-1 counselling services) – online/virtual

·         Bodies by B (group fitness classes and 1-on-1 personal training) – online/virtual

·         Andddddddd obviously, keep on tuning in to The Better Bodies Podcast!

Bria Wannamaker, RP.
@therapywithbria_
www.briawannamakerpsychotherapy.com

As always, please remember that these podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and are not a substitute for medical healthcare or mental healthcare. Podcasts are available as an educational and entertainment resource and are not advice, recommendations, or suggestions. Please seek out the necessary professional services if you require assistance.