Dr. Gail Parker is a well-known psychology expert, having been featured on nationally and internationally syndicated talk shows including numerous appearances on the Oprah Show. She is with us on the podcast today to discuss her new book, Restorative Yoga for Ethnic and Race-Based Stress and Trauma, a first of its kind book describing how Restorative Yoga can be used as an effective self-care tool to help you navigate the stresses and traumas arising from daily lived experiences associated with race.

In This Episode:

• Why yoga can be an essential key in healing trauma
• How race-based traumatic stress is different from PTSD
• Yes, white people can experience race-related stress too
• How to know if you are in your own skin

Connect with Dr. Gail:

https://drgailparker.com

IG: @DrGailParker

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Have you ever wondered..."but what is self-love exactly?" It's a good question!

Today we go deep talking about the connection between finding and maintaining love in our relationships and leaning into your self-worth to find and create healthier relationships.

If you're dating, thinking about dating, have given up on dating, or are looking to improve your personal relationships then this episode is for you. Today we welcome the love guru herself, Francesca Hogi, of @truelovesociety and we give you the tools you need to start figuring out how to find true love without compromising your self-worth.

In this episode:

• How to find love and self-compassion at the same time
• The Five Elements of Self-Love
• Why deepening your self-love and self-worth practices teaches you how to raise your standards in love and what you expect out of partnerships
• Understanding our limiting beliefs about love
• Learning how to change your habits to get what you truly desire

Connect with Francesca:

Social:

https://www.instagram.com/dearfranny/

https://twitter.com/DearFranny

Website:

www.francescahogi.com

www.thetruelovesociety.com

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Have you ever struggled to say 'no' without feeling guilty? Do you try to carve out time or space for yourself then immediately cave when someone wants something from you? If you've ever struggled to set boundaries with the people around then this episode is for you. I invited fellow coach and speaker Amy E. Smith, creator of The Joy Junkie to compare notes on how to help you learn how to say 'no' and set healthy boundaries without feeling guilty. Amy gives us great actionable insight and tips into why we, as women struggle to set boundaries and the actual words you can say to friends and family to set and maintain those healthy boundaries.

In This Episode:

• How to talk to your friends and family about your wellness or life-changing journey
• The actual words you can say to communicate healthy boundaries and say 'no' without the guilt
• Why taking time for rest and play is an essential self-love action
• How to start speaking up for yourself now and make sure other people respect your wishes

Connect with Amy:

Grab Amy's FREE eWorkbook, Stand up for Yourself without Being a Dick

http://thejoyjunkie.com/free

Join Amy's FREE Facebook Community with Bonus Trainings, Camaraderie, and Freebies

http://thejoyjunkie.com/club

Connect with Amy on Insta where she mini-blogs every day!

http://instagram.com/thejoyjunkie

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Health coaches are everywhere these days, but why? The reasons why someone became a health coach are just as important as what they do every day. After 6 years in the industry learn how Tangia Renee stumbled her way into becoming a holistic health coach. Get the inside story about her own personal struggles with her health and self-doubt, and how she decided to turn it around and create a life for herself that she loves.

Hint: Sometimes you have to get sick of yourself!

As we each have worked to adjust to the new shared reality of social distancing, maintaining our mental and physical wellness has become more important than ever. In the newest season of Wellness Confidential, formerly called The Skin You're In Podcast, we call on experts across the health and wellness fields, athletes, and coaches to bring you actionable steps that will help you live your best life. Or as we call it around here... your Gorgeous Life.

From how to build and maintain sustainable healthy eating habits, how to love your body, to how to start loving your workouts, and hone your mindset to finally conquer your imposter syndrome, were bringing you the key steps to mastering it all.

Jennifer Hollinshead is the Founder and Clinical Director of Peak Resilience, a leading intersectional feminist counseling practice. Jennifer has a unique perspective on what it means to be a female entrepreneur and build a practice from the ground up and is well-versed in all topics related to entrepreneurship, feminism, and mental health and wellbeing. Jennifer helps us understand why it's so important to take a look and your own guilt to learn where it comes from and how to challenge guilt so that it's not something that holds you back.

In This Episode:

• Learning about trauma-informed feminist therapy
• Reframing your self-care as part of your work & learning to take responsibility for how you treat yourself
• Acknowledging the various caregiver roles we all play and how that becomes a key source of stress in our lives
• How setting boundaries is a key part of your self-care and in challenging your guilt

Connect with Jennifer and Peak Resilience:

• Website: peak-resilience.com
• Instagram: @peakresilience
• Facebook

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Send your questions, comments, and topic suggestions to Tangia Renee

Coping with Stress, Fear & Isolation During Coronavirus

Dr. Xochitl (Lisa) Vallejos is a professor and professional counselor. Dr. V is the author of the book "Shattered: How everything came together when it all fell apart." She is also an anti-oppression advocate, trainer and consultant.

In This Episode:

• How to create some normalcy in an abnormal situation and manage stress
• Why now is the time to have self-compassion rather than forcing yourself to be uber-productive
• Learning the difference between depression and sadness related to the pandemic
• Why coronavirus pandemic has created an existential crisis for many and what it may mean for the future
• Steps you can take right now to effectively move out of fear

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The 2019 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide Is Here - Grab something awesome for yourself while you're at it!

In This Episode:

We all have goals and tracking progress towards those goals is easy to lose sight of and get lost in the weeds. When it comes to fitness, everyone usually thinks counting calories or daily weight checks are the best way to track progress, but that's not it. Whether it's fitness or in life there are ways to track progress that won't make you crazy.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:

• Why tracking milestones, not just celebrating the final destination matters more than the destination itself
• 5 not so obvious ways to stay motivated by tracking little steps
• What noticing your experience has to do with reaching a better outcome of your goals.

Listener Perks:

The Healthy Coffeehouse Swaps Ebook is available & all yours...FREE!

Healthy Pumpkin Spice here we come!

Download your copy today: Healthy Coffeehouse Swaps

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IG: @SkinYoureInPod

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The 2019 Healthy Holiday Gift Guide Is Here - Grab something awesome for yourself while you're at it!

In This Episode:

The holiday eating season is upon us and maintaining a healthy lifestyle is tough. If you're looking for a quick hack to stop overeating in its tracks... I got you!

• One question to change the game
• How a small mindset shift can create a positive impact in your life beyond healthy eating

Listener Perks:

The Healthy Coffeehouse Swaps Ebook is available & all yours...FREE!

Healthy Pumpkin Spice here we come!

Download your copy today: Healthy Coffeehouse Swaps

Connect with the Podcast:

Voicemail: 720-477-3013

IG: @SkinYoureInPod

Facebook: The Skin You're In Podcast

Facebook Group: The Gorgeous Life Club

Website: www.TangiaRenee.com

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The Healthy Coffeehouse Swaps Ebook is available & all yours...FREE!

Healthy Pumpkin Spice here we come! Sometimes our favorite coffee can undermine our health and wellness goals. That's why I put together this ebook to make sure you can have your coffee and drink it too!

Download your copy today: Healthy Coffeehouse Swaps

Guest: Michelle Jackson

Michelle Jackson has never met a stranger. And, during her endless conversations with people, she discovered that she wasn't the only person struggling with her finances, extended family financial obligations, and living her best life. She's paid off over $56,000 in debt, is the founder of the Money on the Mountain Financial Retreat for financially single women, and runs the website and podcast Michelle Is Money Hungry.

In This Episode:

• Why managing your capacity is key to your health and wellness
• How to pay less for your favorite pair of sneakers
• Unexpected places to find FREE or almost free fitness classes
• What you need to know about how big-box gyms make money

Learn More About Michelle:

Michelle Is Money Hungry

The November Project

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Voicemail: 720-477-3013

IG: @SkinYoureInPod

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Facebook Group: The Gorgeous Life Club

Website: www.TangiaRenee.com

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For exclusive content, a deeper dive into each episode, and support on your health journey join the newsletter on the website: www.TangiaRenee.com and join us in The Gorgeous Life Club, a private and supportive Facebook community for women learning to love their bodies, create their optimal health, and be more badass.