This week I’m talking all about pregnancy! While this might not be relatable to everyone, we’ll dig into getting in tune with what’s best for you and your needs, which is something everyone can glean from.

Mentioned in this episode:Read about the benefits and dangers of epidural usage and their side-effectsThe problem with c-sections Unnecessary c-sections in hospitalsRead about the alternatives to typical newborn procedures Why infant surgery without anesthesia went unchallenged

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Follow your passion. Do what makes you happy. Chase the dollar.It can be hard to sort through all the jibber-jabber when it comes to figuring out what you want to do with the rest of your time on this earth (hint: it doesn’t have to just be one thing). This week we dig into consciously pursuing a fulfilling career, in one form or another.

Mentioned in this episode:Read about how college grads can’t find work here and here Check out the statistics on student loan debt hereExplore these 17 jobs that DON’T require a Bachelor’sIf you haven’t (I’m sure you have) check out The Minimalists podcast here

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This week we talk all about the moola. Credit card debt in the United States is at an all-time high, folks are going house broke with mortgages they can’t afford, and finances are one of the biggest stressors in the nation. For episode 10, we’re going to dig into bringing an element of consciousness into the realm of your finances. Changing your money mindset, gaining some focus and perspective on your bank account, budgeting practically, and getting serious on your short-and-long-term financial goals.

Mentioned in this episode:Read more about debt in America here, here and here Read about averages in American’s wages Social:Follow our journey on Instagram @wellbeingwithjustineMusic:Waves, Makaih Beats (http://www.makaihbeats.net)Copyright: Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b

Happy New Year! Coming back after a much-needed break, this week we’re going to explore approaching the new year from a more conscious perspective. Resolutions can be a good thing, if approached reasonably, and we want to encourage you to pursue growth and a more enriching life, without all the pressure and hassle. We’ll share some of our intentions for 2019, and some ways we hold ourselves accountable.

Mentioned in this episode: Read how many people crash and burn on the resolutions here Get more details on intentional health, as well as our elimination diet

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In light of this season, this week’s episode is digging into how to bring a little more consciousness into our holidays! Christmas season can be incredibly stressful, and while some of that stress is inevitable, we share some ideas on how to reduce the stress that we do have control of. 

We explore simplifying decorations, holiday traditions, and of course, gifts. 

Mentioned in this episode:Read about the average cost of an American Christmas here Explore how stress is ruining the holiday season here Social: Follow us on Instagram @wellbeingwithjustineMusic: Waves, Makaih Beats (http://www.makaihbeats.net)Copyright: Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0 United States: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b

Zero-waste is a concept that, these days, we’re hearing more and more about. And while it’s safe to say that the majority of us are eager to reduce our impact and help improve the health of the planet, it can be overwhelming to figure out where to start. Breaking things down room-by-room can make a seemingly-insurmountable task a lot easier to begin to tackle. This week we’ll explore some zero-waste and low-waste options that anyone on any budget can start to explore in the bathroom, from shampoo and conditioner to shaving and oral hygiene. 

Mentioned in this episode:

Oral Hygiene:

Check out the estimates on landfill composition here 

The astounding estimates on the number of toothbrushes going to landfill

Find bamboo toothbrushes here and wooden toothbrushes here

Get the wooden toothbrushes with pig-hair bristles here 

Find out about TerraCycle here 

Read here about why recycling isn’t the answer

Buy Uncle Harry’s toothpaste here 

Check out all of these homemade toothpaste recipes here, here, here, and here! This is my favorite

Read about the chemicals in traditional floss here and here 

Check out silk refillable floor here 

Check out the Waterpik (or just check out my much cheaper, manual, off-brand version here)

Deodorant

This week is part two of our intentional homes series; in this episode we’ll talk about intentional choices within the home. Using minimalism to cultivate more relaxing spaces, taking into consideration the sustainability of everything we bring into our home, budget hacking baby care, and assessing everything we take in (materially and otherwise) through the lense of our values.

Mentioned in this episode:

Janell Kristina’s take on our “fantasy self”

Check out how less toys improves kids’ quality of play here and here

Disposable diapers haven’t been the norm for long

The numbers on how many diapers go to landfill and how long it takes them to break down

Bamboo utensils with carrying case

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This week is the first part of our Intentional Homes series! Throughout this series, we’ll be discussing not only intentional housing choices (do you rent, take out a mortgage to buy a home, build a tiny home, live full-time in an RV?) but intentional choices WITHIN the home, sharing our own experiences and research and hopefully helping you to bring a little more consciousness and sustainability into your home.

Mentioned in this episode: 

Read about the stats on millenials living at home here, here and here

Home prices in the US

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This week introduces part two of our intentional health series, where we dive into fitness!  We’ll be sharing how we balance family life with fitness and exercise options when you’re on a budget, as well as digging into the lesser-known benefits of exercise.

Mentioned in this episode: 

Read about all the detrimental effects of poor health and obesity here 

Explore information on the amazing effects of exercise on the body

The link between mental health and fitness

Exercise routines for YOUR personality type

Take the Myers-Briggs type-indicator test

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This week kicks off our two-part series on Intentional Health. We’ll be talking all about nutrition; why traditional “diets” can actually be more harmful than beneficial, and introducing some tips on how to tap into your individual body’s needs. We share some fascinating research on the links between nutrition and mental health, and announce an exciting new development for WBWJ listeners!

Mentioned in this episode: 

* Read about healing anxiety through nutrition here 

* The Institute for Integrative Nutrition’s take on bio-individuality

* Stats on lactose intolerance

* Check out some resources for elimination diets here and here

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