“I came to the practice because I thought I needed to be fixed. I thought there was an inherent wrongness about me that needed to be corrected. Yoga made me realize I am already whole and complete. You’re already inherently worthy by being here on this planet.” Wise words from my beautifully wise guest on this episode, Maris Degener. 

Maris is a yoga student and teacher, as well as a UCSC psychology student. She came to the practice of yoga in high school after facing mental health challenges, and has fallen in love with sharing the practice and passing on what has been taught to her. On this episode we dive into her journey and many of the lessons she has learned along the way. 

Follow Maris on Instagram: @yogamaris

Learn more: www.yogamaris.com

Watch her documentary "I Am Maris" on Netflix now. 

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I recently watched the documentary “I Am Maris” on Netflix, about a young girl who discovers yoga through her journey in healing from an eating disorder. Watching this film immediately sent me into a reflection about my own journey with yoga and an eating disorder as a young girl. These days, I spend very little time thinking about what it was like to struggle with anorexia all those years ago. To be honest, I often forget about that chapter of my life altogether because it feels like a lifetime ago. But yoga is obviously still such a huge part of my life today, and I’m reminded of how it very much saved my life on many occasions just as it did for Maris. 

The fact that I no longer struggle with any remnants of an eating disorder is something I believe I owe in large part to yoga. This episode is simply an ode to that fact. I was so inspired by Maris’s story that I not only felt called to record a podcast episode about my own struggles with an eating disorder, but to also interview her about her powerful story. Tune in to episodes 34 and 35 of “Well, Then” to learn more about how yoga is such a powerful tool in recovery, and in life in general. 

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After tuning in to hear Roxy's story in episode 32, find a quiet space to have her guide you through this quick but powerful chakra balancing mediation. Roxy's soothing voice will leave you feeling centered and grounded and ready to take on the rest of your day. Just make sure you're not driving while listening to this one! 

Learn more about Roxy's meditation center: www.ceremonymeditation.com

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Have you ever wanted to learn more about reiki, energy healing, and building a meditation practice? This episode is for you. Roxy Ghoraishy, owner of Ceremony Meditation in Los Angeles, CA, comes on the show to share about her journey with these ancient healing practices. Roxy also dives in to how to build conscious community and the impact of mediation on her relationship and motherhood. And make sure to tune in to the next episode for a special guided meditation with Roxy! 

Learn more: www.ceremonymediation.com

Follow Roxy: @roxyghoraishy 

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On Episode 31 of Well, Then, I dive into conversation with my friend and fellow wellness professional Katrina Wright. We talk about her journey to self-acceptance and self-love, challenges she's faced and overcome, and how she envisions the food industry changing for the better. This is a real, raw and honest conversation with a young woman who is making big waves and being unapologetically herself in an industry full of comparison and competition. Katrina shares how she grew and built her social platform as well as an online women's support community that is one of the most empowering and encouraging groups of people I have seen on the internet. Tune in to hear the rest of her story!

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This is without a doubt one of my favorite interviews that I've had the pleasure of doing on the show. 

Dr. Will Cole, leading functional-medicine expert, specializes in clinically investigating underlying factors of chronic disease and customizing health programs for thyroid issues, autoimmune conditions, hormonal dysfunctions, digestive disorders, and brain problems. Dr. Cole was named one of the top fifty functional-medicine and integrative doctors in the nation and is a health expert for mindbodygreen and goop. He is the author of the new book, The Inflammation Spectrum in which he explores how inflammation exists on a spectrum within the body, the various systems it can affect, and how you can discover your individual food triggers to overcome chronic inflammation.

We cover so much valuable information and practical guidance for how you can reduce inflammation in your body, and why it's important to do so.

For more information on his practice, check out www.drwillcole.com

And follow Will on Instagram @drwillcole

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Follow Megan on Instagram to hear about the latest giveaways for new podcast episodes! This week we are giving away a free copy of Dr. Cole's new book along with lots of wellness goodies. Follow so you don't miss out! 

Episode 29 is a solo chat where we take an important look at the way our current healthcare system addresses women's health, and how we can become better advocates for our own bodies. We dive into the five main aspects of health, the cyclical nature of a woman's body, common health issues women face, and some of the tools and modalities that can support. This episode is an introduction to a much larger conversation about women's health that we will be bringing to the podcast. 

However you identify, this episode starts a conversation that is important for everyone to hear and take part in. I encourage you to share this with friends, family, and anyone else you know who might benefit! 

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On episode 28, I have the pleasure of interviewing actress and mental health advocate Alessandra Torresani. We dive into her journey with mental health issues, the entertainment industry, resilience, surrounding yourself with the right people, and owning your story. Alessandra goes into why she has decided to share more of her personal life with the public, and the motivation behind why she created her new podcast "Emotion-AL Support". I love how real, raw and relatable Alessandra is, and hope you guys enjoy this conversation as much as I did. 

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This episode is the perfect complement to episode 25 ("Creating An Impactful Morning Routine"), because it's hard to have one without the other. Your sleep greatly impacts how you feel in the morning and throughout your day, and the quality of sleep is often determined by your evening routine. In this episode I go into some of my top tips for promoting good sleep hygiene, why it's important, and how you can optimize this crucial 1/3 of your day. 

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On episode 26 of Well, Then, I have the pleasure of chatting with the lovely Amina Taha. I first met Amina when I took her yoga class in NYC, and immediately fell in love with her sweet and welcoming disposition (not to mention her stunning yoga practice). What struck me most about her story is that she didn't have a dance or yoga background, and actually didn't start yoga until her late 20's. And yet when you watch her, you can't help but be mesmerized by the graceful beauty with which she glides into advances asanas. 

Amina shares about her yoga journey and some of the common misconceptions from non-yogis or newer practitioners, as well as how yoga truly is for everybody. We also chat about how her practice has changed as a mom, taking yoga in other languages, and how social media has changed yoga. 

Follow Amina on Instagram: @aminataha

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