How can we practice more empathy in our personal and professional lives?

This week, we chat with Erin Thorp, leadership coach and author of Inside Out Empathy. In our conversation, Erin and I talk about the role that empathy plays in our communication and leadership styles, and why emotional intelligence is so important for leaders to develop. She shares ways we can improve our empathy muscle without taking on the feelings of the entire room, tips for navigating difficult conversations, handling conflict with our superiors, and how we can lead with empathy without being taken advantage of by others.

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How do our homes reflect our inner selves?

This week, we’re chatting with Carrie Leskowitz, an interior designer and life coach, and author of the new book Om For The Home: A Holistic Approach to Interior Design for Your Overall Wellbeing, Body, Mind and Spirit. In our conversation, Carrie shares how our living space can play a role in our overall wellness. We talk about how to improve the energy of a room, Carrie’s CORE pillars of wellness, the most common limiting beliefs and how to overcome them, and how we can get rid of both physical and emotional clutter.

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70% of adults in the U.S. have experienced trauma at some point in their lives. This week, we chat with Shalev Amar, lemon law attorney and creator of the YouTube channel, Freedom from Trauma. Shalev shares his personal healing journey, along with how we can identify the sources of trauma in our own lives.

We discuss big T vs. little T traumas, different types of healing modalities, the importance of consistency as you begin your recovery, and how we can express more empathy toward others who are struggling.

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Amar Law Group Website: https://www.arizonalemonlawamar.com

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We all know the importance of getting a good night’s sleep, but how can we make that a reality? For engineer Jason Elliott, lack of quality sleep was affecting his mood, work performance and overall health. He soon learned that temperature was playing a major role in his sleep quality, and went on to start his company Perfectly Snug, developing a mattress topper that adjusts to the body's temperature.

In our conversation, Jason shares his personal wellness journey, along with the road to becoming an entrepreneur. We also talk about the role temperature plays in our sleep cycles, how to ensure a better quality night’s sleep, tips for adjusting our sleep while traveling in other time zones and much more.

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How can women adjust (and thrive!) in this ever-changing workforce?

Our guest today is Heather Odendaal, co-founder of WNORTH, a global organization dedicated to women's leadership development. COVID-19 has had a major impact on our workforce, especially for women, and we talk about some of the challenges women have faced as we adjust to this new landscape. Heather and I discuss the power of community when working toward our career goals, how to leverage technology to find more balance in our working lives, negotiation techniques, and important skills that will help us stand out as we work toward that next promotion.

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This week, we’re chatting with an inspiring female founder in the world of fashion. Erika Carrero is the founder of Elizée, a luxury footwear brand for women on the go. Her collection combines luxury with comfort, addressing the need for gorgeous heels that don't hurt our feet.

In today’s conversation, Erika shares more about her journey from Silicon Valley CFO to Founder and CEO in the world of fashion, and how she worked with skilled cobblers in Italy to create her handcrafted capsule collection during a pandemic. Erika shares how nature can spark creativity and improve our wellness, the value of networking and mentorship, and what to do in her home country of Peru.

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Elizée Shoes Website: https://elizeeshoes.com/

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How does stress impact your physical health? After a harrowing experience in the emergency room, Dr. Lisa Nezneski realized she had to make some changes in her life.

Dr. Nezneski is a pharmacist and author of the new book 7 Mindful Questions, which focuses on the seven questions you should ask when navigating a stressful situation. In our conversation, she shares the story behind her wellness journey and the role that mindfulness has played in her overall well-being. We talk about the benefits of mindfulness and meditation, how we can be more present in our lives, the importance of feeling our feelings, and how energy healing modalities can help us when we’re feeling stuck.

As a bonus, our listeners will gain FREE access to Dr. Nezneski's guided meditations through the link below!

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Website: https://www.lisanezneski.com/

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Can you believe it? Wellness and Wanderlust is officially one year old! To celebrate the podcast's first birthday, Valerie shares some behind-the-scenes stories and answers listener questions. Find out the backstory behind Wellness and Wanderlust, how boundary-setting has played a role in her podcasting journey, what dream guests Valerie would love to have on the show, and so much more.

Thank you to everyone for making this past year such a memorable one and for being a part of this community!

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How can we support and celebrate the healthcare heroes in our own lives?

Meet Bansi Lakhani, the founder and creative spark of Healing Hands Scrubs. After a major heart attack and lifesaving surgery in 1997, Bansi vowed to give back to the healing angels who saved him. Through Healing Hands, Bansi strives to make the world a better place for nurses and other healthcare workers. In our conversation, Bansi shares the story of how Healing Hands came to be, and we talk about the importance of showing our appreciation for our healthcare heroes. We also discuss the power of giving back, and how to instill a sense of purpose into your business ventures.

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Healing Hands Website: https://www.healinghandsscrubs.com

Email: [email protected]

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hhscrubs

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What does it mean when we talk about our higher self, and how can we connect with that part of ourselves?

Our guest this week is Nanette Hucknall, founder of Higher Self Yoga and an award-winning author, psychotherapist and teacher. In our conversation, Nanette shares the story of her own spiritual journey and her work as a psychotherapist. We also discuss techniques for busy professionals to incorporate spirituality into their lives and careers, ways to cope in difficult times (like a pandemic!), tips for those new to meditation, and even past life regression. This episode is packed with actionable tips and is one you won't want to miss.

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Website: https://www.nanettevhucknall.com/ 

Higher Self Yoga: https://higherselfyoga.org/

Free Courses: https://higherselfyoga.org/classes

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Higher Self Yoga Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/higherselfyoga

Nanette's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/nanettevhucknall

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