Thriving In Midlife

Thriving In Midlife

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  • Episode 47: Building a Ripple Effect with Lisa Incaudo

    I'm so thrilled to share this podcast with all of you. 

    Lisa is a VP in Arbonne, an international network marketing company in the health and wellness space. The products drew her in, but the opportunity to build a business that earned residual income captured her heart. She has mentored many amazing women, helping them discover their voice, self-confidence and vision for personal success. 

    Connect with My Guest 

    Find Lisa on Facebook  Lisa Incaudo 

    Follow Lisa's Facebook Business Page Lisa Incaudo VP 

    Follow Lisa on Instagram @lisaincaudo


    Ways to Connect with Me:

    Visit my website www.tamaraortegel.com.

    Learn about Juice Plus+ & Tower Garden

    Join my facebook group Stepping Into Health.

    Find me on LinkedIn Tamara Ortegel

    Follow me on instagram @tamaraortegel

    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tamara-ortegel/support

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    29 min
  • Episode 46: Sarah Weyenburg

    I have met some amazing yoga teachers over the years. Each one has inspired me in different ways. Today I'm visiting with Sarah Weyenberg, owner of Happy Shiny Yoga, an online platform for beginner to advanced yogis. I had the privilege of practicing yoga in-person with Sarah when we lived in the same community. I really enjoyed her light-hearted nature, her ability to break down the poses into bite size pieces and her desire to keep her students safe in their poses. 

    As she said life is not always sunshine and rainbows, but there is always something to celebrate. People often come to yoga for the physical practice, but they continue to come back again and again for the emotional and spiritual connection between themselves and others. Your mat is a place for you to learn about yourself and to practice gratitude for life. 

    Connect with My Guest

    Shiny Happy Yoga Shiny Happy Yoga 

    Join Sarah's Facebook Group Shiny Happy Yoga 

    Access Code to Enjoy One Month FREE Yoga = steppingintohealth


    Ways to Connect with Me:

    Visit my website www.tamaraortegel.com.

    Learn about Juice Plus+ & Tower Garden

    Join my facebook group Stepping Into Health.

    Find me on LinkedIn Tamara Ortegel

    Follow me on instagram @tamaraortegel

    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tamara-ortegel/support

    Become a sponsor: https://py.pl/119pVT

    1 hr 4 min
  • Episode 45: Dr Michael Meersman

    Dr Michael Meersman, DC, MS, ART focuses on the treatment of musculoskeletal injuries, and getting people out of pain and back in control of their daily life. He is certified in Active Release Technique (ART), a soft tissue technique designed to decrease muscle pain and tightness, while increasing range of motion and function.

    I have been working with Dr Meersman to complete my recovery from frozen shoulder. By utilizing an array of modalities like the ones offered at the Bannockburn Chiropractic & Sports Injury Center, I have been able to heal much faster than other people suffering from frozen shoulder.

    It’s clear when you visit the office that they are up to date on ways to bring natural function back to the body. They have a pilates reformer and an open area for working through exercises. I always leave my appointments with stretches or movements I can do to continue my progress at home.

    I feel empowered to take back control of my health and am proud of the work I’ve done to get here. I’ve done acupuncture, dry needling, cupping, hot yoga, physical therapy and chiropractic care.

    I also did an interesting treatment called Platelet-Rich Plasma therapy in my doctor’s office. PRP has long been used by physicians to help speed wound healing and treat health issues like arthritis and injuries to muscles, tendons and ligaments. They don’t normally use it for shoulders, but I wanted to give it a try in order to heal my body from the inside out and I personally believe it helped some.

    I’m grateful for everyone on my healing team and am super excited for you to learn more about Dr Meerman. In addition to working in the office, he is the team chiropractor for the Chicago Bears. If he can work to help endurance athletes stay well, I know he can help novices like you and me.


    Connect with My Guest

    Bannockburn Chiropractic & Rehabilitation Center http://www.bannchiro.com/

    Facebook  Michael J Meersman


    Ways to Connect with Me:

    Visit my website www.tamaraortegel.com.

    Learn about Juice Plus+ & Tower Garden

    Join my facebook group Stepping Into Health.

    Find me on LinkedIn Tamara Ortegel

    Follow me on instagram @tamaraortegel

    Purchase a Soul Inspired Box by emailing me at [email protected]

    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tamara-ortegel/support

    Become a sponsor: https://py.pl/119pVT

    38 min
  • Episode 44: Super-Aging with June Scott

    June Scott will be celebrating her 90th birthday on June 1st. She is a wonderful new friend and an inspiration to people of all ages. I was blessed to meet her along the path at Fullersburg Woods and have enjoyed hearing her amazing stories and been moved by her zest for life. This podcast is a celebration and a nudge for anyone listening who has been sitting back waiting for things to magically happen to get into action. June pursues her passions, shares her gifts and serves her community. She lives a life of purpose and is still striving for more fulfillment.

    Lifelong Learning from My Guest

    Article in Conde Nast Traveler, Why Travel May Be the Secret to a Longer Life

    Northwestern Study on Aging SuperAger’s Study 

    Antarctic Travel Presentation https://youtu.be/ZHqfSvMBcQITa

    Filming of the Yurt https://youtu.be/dW4ly1hJsrE

    Book recommendations  The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot, The Worst Hard Time by Timothy Egan and Being Mortal by Atul  


    Ways to Connect with Me:

    Visit my website www.tamaraortegel.com.

    Learn about Juice Plus+ & Tower Garden

    Join my facebook group Stepping Into Health.

    Find me on LinkedIn Tamara Ortegel

    Follow me on instagram @tamaraortegel

    Join Me at Soul Farm Retreats on July 8th Resilience Cultivated In Nature 

    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tamara-ortegel/support

    Become a sponsor: https://py.pl/119pVT

    1 hr 2 min
  • Episode 43: The Amazing Benefits of Bringing Food Education into the Classroom with Alex DeSorbo-Quinn from Pilot Light

    As much as parents try, sometimes food education happens outside the home. We've all that experience when our children try something at a friend's house that you've been begging them to try at home. To expand children's understanding of food and its impact on their overall life, four chefs from Chicago formed the non-profit called Pilot Light. They train teachers to bring food culture into their lesson plans for reading, writing, math and science. The students love the curriculum and bring what they learn home to their families. 

    Ways to Connect with My Guest

    Pilot Light Website  https://pilotlightchefs.org/

    Feed Your Mind Gala https://pilotlightchefs.org/events/feed-your-mind/

    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pilotlightchefs


    Ways to Connect with Me:

    Visit my website www.tamaraortegel.com.

    Learn about Juice Plus+ & Tower Garden

    Join my facebook group Stepping Into Health.

    Find me on LinkedIn Tamara Ortegel

    Follow me on instagram @tamaraortegel

    Purchase a Soul Inspired Box by emailing me at [email protected]

    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tamara-ortegel/support

    Become a sponsor: https://py.pl/119pVT


    49 min
  • Episode 42: Inner & Outer Beauty, Your Soul's Blueprint and Gratitude with Cate Cook

    Do you believe in destiny? astrology? that things happen for a reason?

    In this episode, Cate and I discuss some of the very personal experiences we've had and how they are all part of our soul experience. It's fascinating to see how things connect. We are both grateful for the opportunities and the lessons as they've provided us an opportunity for reflection, personal growth and freedom to fulfill our destiny. If you're open to a reading, please connect with Cate to see what insights your soul's blueprint has to offer. You will need your birth date, time and location. 

    Ways to Connect with My Guest:

    7 Simple Steps to Release the Negativity in Your Life So You Can Prosper https://poshandpurestyled.ck.page/release-negativity

    Free Soul's Blueprint https://poshandpurestyled.ck.page/a7cfdb0ec8

    Cate's Website https://www.poshandpurestyled.com


    Ways to Connect with Me:

    Visit my website www.tamaraortegel.com.

    Learn about Juice Plus+ & Tower Garden

    Join my facebook group Stepping Into Health.

    Find me on LinkedIn Tamara Ortegel

    Follow me on instagram @tamaraortegel

    Purchase a Soul Inspired Box by emailing me at [email protected]

    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tamara-ortegel/support

    Become a sponsor: https://py.pl/119pVT


    54 min
  • Episode 41: Pathways to Success with Lynne Yura

    "Some people are afraid of failure, while others are afraid of success."

    It took Lynne many years to grow into the successful business professional and entrepreneur she is today. In this episode she shares how the Pathways to Success program helped her develop the self confidence to navigate single parenthood, forgive her past decisions and attract a new partner. Today she works as an Executive Assistant for the Jewish National Fund and is growing her Mary Kay business. She's happier and healthier than ever before. 

    If you've dreamed of traveling to Israel, please visit the Jewish National Fund website to learn about their virtual and in-person tours. 


    Ways to Connect with My Guest:

    Visit the Jewish National Fund Website jnf.org

    Connect on Facebook Lynne Yura, Mary Kay Consultant


    Ways to Connect with Me:

    Visit my website www.tamaraortegel.com.

    Learn about Juice Plus+ & Tower Garden

    Join my facebook group Stepping Into Health.

    Find me on LinkedIn Tamara Ortegel

    Follow me on instagram @tamaraortegel

    Purchase a Soul Inspired Box by emailing me at [email protected]

    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tamara-ortegel/support

    Become a sponsor: https://py.pl/119pVT

    41 min
  • Episode 40: Soul Farm Retreats with Judi Harvin

    Spending time at the family farm was such an integral part of Judi's childhood. Years later, when she inherited the farm, she knew she had to share this magical place with others. She aptly named it Soul Farm Retreats as it has presented her and friends of the farm with opportunities for reflection, personal growth and renewal. If you are seeking an opportunity to slow down and enjoy nature, this is the place for you. 

    I am thrilled to announce that Judi and I will co-lead an event on Thursday, July 8th from 10 am - 4 pm. Our day on the farm, Resilience Cultivated in Nature, will feature her signature horse yoga experience where we will learn about non-verbal communication and energy exchange, time in the woods, discussions on resilience and a yoga practice by the pond. A light lunch and snacks are included. The retreat is $125 and includes a Soul Inspired Box filled with things to inspire you to love, play and grow. To register, please go to www.soulfarmretreats.com. If you have any questions, please email me at [email protected] or send me a private message on facebook or instagram. I hope you'll join us for this amazing day at Soul Farm Retreats.


    Ways to Connect with My Guest:

    Visit Soul Farm Retreats website www.soulfarmretreats.com 

    Connect on Facebook Soul Farm Retreats 

    Follow Soul Farm Retreats on Instagram @SoulFarmRetreats 


    Ways to Connect with Me:

    Visit my website www.tamaraortegel.com.

    Learn about Juice Plus+ & Tower Garden

    Join my facebook group Stepping Into Health.

    Find me on LinkedIn Tamara Ortegel

    Follow me on instagram @tamaraortegel

    Purchase a Soul Inspired Box by emailing me at [email protected]

    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tamara-ortegel/support

    Become a sponsor: https://py.pl/119pVT

    52 min
  • Episode 39: Podcast Brunch Club with Adela Mizrachi

    Adela Mizrachi is a Communications Specialist, for the Institute for Public Health and Medicine at Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine and the Founder of the Podcast Brunch Club.

    What started as her personal desire to listen to podcasts with her friends, has blossomed into an international club. The PBC is currently available in 6 countries and more than 70 cities across the US.

    The PBC planning team comes up with a theme for each month. They research a variety of podcasts that fit that theme and listen to a sampling to narrow their selection to four podcasts. Members gather locally and virtually to discuss the playlist.  

    Ways to Connect with My Guest:

    Visit Adela's Website  Podcast Brunch Club

    Visit her Facebook Group Podcast Brunch Club


    Ways to Connect with Me:

    Visit my website www.tamaraortegel.com.

    Join my facebook group Stepping Into Health.

    Follow me on instagram @tamaraortegel

    Find me on LinkedIn Tamara Ortegel

    Learn about Juice Plus+ & Tower Garden

    Purchase a Soul Inspired Box by emailing me at [email protected]

    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tamara-ortegel/support

    Become a sponsor: https://py.pl/119pVT

    49 min
  • Episode 38: Empowering Women in Midlife with Hélène T. Stelian

    As a Midlife Empowerment Coach, Hélène, helps women who are struggling in their 40s and beyond—who wonder if their best years are behind them. She shows them how to put themselves first, reclaim their identity, figure out what’s next, and feel excited about their future.

    Ways to Connect with Hélène: 

    Website: https://helenetstelian.com/

    Discover Your Purpose group program: https://helenetstelian.com/discover-your-purpose-waitlist-2/

    FREE Choose Your ONE Big Goal Challenge: https://helenetstelian.com/obg-challenge/

    Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/empoweringwomenmidlife/

    Secondary Links:

    Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/HeleneTStelianCoaching/

    Twitter: @htstelian https://twitter.com/HTStelian

    LinkedIn: @helene-tragos-stelian https://www.linkedin.com/in/helene-tragos-stelian

    Pinterest: @htstelian  https://www.pinterest.com/htstelian/

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcroVazuGE2_Ij-dyaU_aIQ/featured


    Ways to Connect with Me:

    Visit my website www.tamaraortegel.com.

    Learn about Juice Plus+ & Tower Garden

    Join my facebook group Stepping Into Health.

    Find me on LinkedIn Tamara Ortegel

    Follow me on instagram @tamaraortegel

    Purchase a Soul Inspired Box by emailing me at [email protected]

    Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tamara-ortegel/support

    Become a sponsor: https://py.pl/119pVT



    1 hr 2 min

About Thriving In Midlife

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Welcome to the Thriving in Midlife podcast. I’m Tamara Ortegel, your show host & midlife mentor. If you’ve been feeling restless lately and are thinking about making some changes you’re not alone.…