Episode 139: Brewing Wellness with Lindsey Sozio

In this episode, I’m joined by Lindsey Sozio, founder of Lavender Coffee Boutique, to explore how something as simple as your morning cup of coffee can become a meaningful ritual of wellness, intention, and connection. Based in Denver, Colorado, Lindsey has reimagined what a coffee experience can be—infusing it with mindfulness, community, and care from the bean to the final sip.

With a rich background in advertising, marketing, and interior design, Lindsey shares how her nonlinear path led her to create a space where wellness is brewed into every detail. From lower-acid, antioxidant-preserving roasts to a welcoming, hospitality-driven café environment, Lavender Coffee Boutique is on a mission to elevate your daily routine through thoughtful choices and sensory connection.

We talk about the emotional grounding that a morning ritual provides, the importance of intentional environments in shaping how we feel, and how slowing down with a warm drink can bring you back to yourself. Whether you’re a coffee enthusiast or just someone looking to build more mindfulness into your day, this episode is a warm reminder that wellness isn’t about overhauling your life—it’s about infusing meaning into the small, repeated moments.

You’ll also learn how Lindsey’s shop has become a sanctuary for connection and calm in a fast-paced world—and how her certified mold-free, wellness-forward beans can become part of your own sacred morning rhythm, no matter where you are.

Find Lindsey and Lavender Coffee Boutique at www.lavendercb.com or visit her café at 1219 South Pearl Street in Denver. Follow along on Instagram at @lavender.cb for beautiful glimpses into her journey and offerings.

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When your symptoms don’t make sense and the labs look “normal,” it can feel like shouting into the wind—this episode shows why personalized hormone care can finally quiet the noise.

I’m joined by Dr. Nayan Patel, a compounding pharmacist who’s trained thousands of clinicians in bioidentical hormone therapy. We unpack the difference between retail and compounding pharmacies, why “bioidentical” matters, and how collaboration between your doctor and a skilled pharmacist can turn guesswork into a tailored plan. Dr. Patel maps hormones like a pyramid—stress and nutrition at the base, thyroid in the middle, sex hormones at the top—and explains how perimenopause, postpartum shifts, acne, hot flashes, weight changes, and sleep troubles often trace back to imbalances that are fixable. We talk practical first steps, the role of quality supplements, and why easing symptoms isn’t about muscling through pain but choosing the smallest effective change that restores balance.

Explore Dr. Patel’s education and resources at AuroWellness.com, and follow his day-to-day insights on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube at @AuroWellness. For pharmacist-led support and physician collaboration, reach out to Central Drugs Compounding Pharmacy.

Central Drugs Compounding Pharmacy | Email: [email protected] | Phone: (562) 244-5861

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Discover how holistic care can transform your health and life in this inspiring conversation with Ryan Diener, acupuncturist, herbalist, and owner of Holistic Health Associates. Ryan shares his journey from sports injuries and a pre-med path to building a thriving wellness practice that blends spa-like comfort with medical-level results. We explore the philosophy behind holistic health, from understanding how the body’s systems work together to the benefits of treatments like acupuncture, cupping, massage, and red light therapy.

Ryan breaks down the difference between acupuncture and acupressure, explains why quality supplements matter, and reveals how his team customizes herbal formulas to fit individual needs. You’ll also hear how seasonal nutrition resets can boost energy, reduce inflammation, and support whole-body wellness—without extreme fasting or deprivation. Beyond the treatments, Ryan talks about the culture he’s created where healing begins the moment you walk in the door, with a team who genuinely cares and a space designed to put you at ease.

Holistic Health Associates has locations in Frederick and Boonsboro, Maryland, and many insurance plans now cover acupuncture. Ryan’s team offers a complimentary insurance benefits check and welcomes questions to help you find the right starting point.

Connect with Holistic Health Associates:
 Website: https://HHAmd.com | Email: [email protected] | Ryan’s Email: [email protected]
Phone: 301-639-5566 | Instagram & Facebook: @hhafrederick @hhaboonsboro | LinkedIn: HHAFrederick

One last thing to cover the show legally. I am a certified life coach giving general advice. So think of this more like a self-help book. This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. I am not a licensed therapist. So this podcast shouldn't be taken as a replacement for professional guidance from my doctor therapist. Or any other qualified expert? If you want personal one-on-one coaching for my certified coach. Go to my website, wellness and every season.com. 

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Episode 136: Unpacking Trauma Responses with Ryan Hassan of The Centre for Healing

In this deeply resonant episode, I sit down with Ryan Hassan, Co-Founder of The Centre for Healing, for a raw and illuminating conversation on trauma, addiction, emotional resilience, and the intricate layers of mental health. With over a decade of experience running a healing centre in Australia—and as someone who has lived through the painful depths of addiction and mental illness—Ryan brings not only knowledge but an unmistakable compassion and grounded presence to the discussion.

We explore what trauma really looks like—not just the “big” events, but the subtle, everyday emotional wounds that shape how we react, withdraw, people-please, or lash out. Ryan breaks down how trauma loops form, what keeps us stuck, and how to gently unwind them. He explains the nuances of fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses, not just as abstract concepts, but as deeply embedded survival strategies. Together, we look at how unresolved childhood experiences can echo in adulthood through perfectionism, people-pleasing, addiction (yes, even to your phone), and emotional shutdown—and how healing these patterns creates space for true presence, connection, and peace.

You’ll hear insights into trauma bonding, boundaries, and how many people subconsciously recreate chaos in their relationships simply because it feels familiar. Ryan also shares what it means to be trauma-informed, how to hold space for others without enabling, and the importance of resourcing and somatic work when it comes to lasting transformation.

This episode isn’t just for therapists or coaches—it’s for anyone who’s ever asked, Why am I like this? or How do I stop the cycle? It’s a reminder that healing is not linear, but it is possible—and that you don’t have to walk this path alone.

To explore more of Ryan’s work or get started on your own healing journey, visit:

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Episode 135: How to Develop Psychic Abilities – Embracing Your Divine Plan with Jana Stern

In this beautifully expansive episode of Wellness in Every Season, we dive deep into the spiritual dimension of wellness with psychic and spiritual guide Jana Stern. With over 15 years of experience and a lineage of psychic women behind her, Jana brings profound insight, light-hearted wisdom, and raw truth to the conversation. She shares her journey from suppressing her intuitive gifts to surviving a near-death experience that changed everything—and ultimately stepping into her life’s divine calling.

Jana and Autumn explore what it means to develop your psychic abilities by first understanding personal sovereignty—the ability to make choices from a place of inner truth rather than obligation or programming. Jana unpacks how accessing higher knowledge, like astrology and metaphysical wisdom, supports aligned decision-making and even collective healing.

Together, they explore how trauma and conditioning keep us stuck in patterns, how spiritual gifts can look like mental health crises when misunderstood, and how parenting, self-awareness, and even chronic pain are all invitations to awaken. If you’ve ever questioned your intuition, doubted your place in the universe, or felt disconnected from your inner knowing, this episode will feel like a loving, cosmic nudge back home.

Jana also shares how astrology, human design, and crystal energy are more than trendy buzzwords—they are ancient tools for remembering who we are. She reminds us that our birth wasn’t random. Our charts are roadmaps, our symptoms are signals, and our power is far greater than we’ve been taught to believe.

This episode isn’t just about spiritual theory—it’s about learning to live with intention, to reclaim the magic you may have silenced, and to find peace by remembering that you belong to something greater.

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If you’ve ever wondered how to begin developing your psychic abilities or deepen your spiritual journey, let this episode be your first sacred step. Tune in, take what resonates, and let your inner light lead the way.

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In this deeply personal and powerfully practical episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter invites you into a transformative conversation about the power of visualization—not just as a performance tool, but as a wellness ritual and a mindset shift for everyday life. Blending personal stories, including her journey from self-doubt to growth through pickleball, with guided visualization exercises, Autumn shows how inner belief shapes outer reality.

You’ll begin with a grounding mindfulness moment to calm the noise, then explore how visualization isn’t just for athletes or high achievers—it’s for parents navigating chaos, professionals seeking purpose, or anyone standing at a life crossroads. With heart-centered encouragement, Autumn walks you through a vivid mental rehearsal practice you can return to again and again, helping you embody your future success in relationships, career, and well-being.

Whether you’re working toward a new goal or trying to remember who you are beneath the layers of “shoulds,” this episode offers space to breathe, to hope, and to reimagine what’s possible. You’ll leave with coaching questions, affirmation prompts, and the gentle nudge to take one aligned step forward.

Tune in to reawaken your inner vision and remember: you were made to live life on purpose.

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Episode 133: Rebuilding Faith After Generational Trauma with Brooke Deanne

In this deeply powerful episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn Carter sits down with Brooke Deanne—RTT Therapist, Trauma Recovery Coach, and founder of Life Coaching Goddess—to explore the complex layers of healing from religious trauma, abuse, and profound loss. Brooke courageously shares her lived experience as a third-generation cult survivor, her journey through a 17-year abusive relationship, and the grief that followed the death of her children’s father.

With unwavering honesty, Brooke opens up about how leaving a high-control religion and toxic marriage at the same time left her shattered and adrift—but also cracked her open to find something more authentic. Her story weaves through the realities of childhood sexual abuse, generational trauma, and the search for spiritual meaning after betrayal. Through tools like Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT), hypnotherapy, somatic work, and deep inner exploration, Brooke found her way back to herself—and now helps others do the same.

This conversation offers a safe space for listeners who are working through the invisible threads of trauma passed down across generations, who feel trapped in a story that isn’t their own, and who are longing to reclaim their identity, faith, and peace. Autumn and Brooke explore what it means to create safety in the body, how to rewire limiting beliefs, and why knowing how your brain operates can be a key to freedom.

If you’ve felt disconnected from your own story, or wondered if healing is even possible, let this be your invitation to begin again. Healing isn’t linear, and it isn’t quick—but it is worth it. And it is possible.

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In this thought-provoking episode, Autumn Carter explores the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence and asks a timely, complex question: Can AI truly replace the guidance of a human coach, consultant, or therapist? As a certified life and parenting coach, Autumn shares personal insights, real-world examples, and even a conversation between ChatGPT and her own child to highlight what AI can and cannot offer when it comes to emotional support, intuitive insight, and meaningful change.

You’ll hear about the subtle nuances that separate human mentors from machines—empathy, memory, ethical responsibility, and the ability to hold space for discomfort and growth. Autumn walks through scenarios where AI may offer convenience but falls short in offering connection, accountability, and transformational breakthroughs. She also provides a mindful grounding practice to explore how you’re personally reacting to AI’s increasing presence in your world.

If you’ve been leaning on AI tools for answers, this episode will gently challenge you to reflect on where real support still matters—and why your human experiences deserve to be witnessed by another human. With coaching questions and practical takeaways, Autumn reminds us that technology is powerful, but presence is irreplaceable.

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In this powerful and practical episode of Wellness in Every Season, host Autumn Carter welcomes Angela Andrieux, Product Evangelist for Mylio Photos, Fine Art Photographer, and Photography Coach, for a heartfelt conversation on how to transform your digital chaos into a secure, meaningful, and beautifully organized photo library.

Angela shares her journey from creative photographer to photography software educator, describing how her passion for organization, protecting memories, and simplifying technology led her to help individuals and families preserve their most precious images. Through her role at Mylio Photos, she empowers people to stop losing track of their memories and start enjoying them in real time.

Together, Autumn and Angela explore how photo organization ties directly into emotional wellness, from reconnecting with loved ones through shared photos to healing through memory and visual storytelling. You’ll hear how Mylio Photos allows users to declutter, back up, and view images in intuitive ways—sorted by calendar, map, or even face recognition. Angela also offers a live demonstration of Mylio’s most powerful tools, including how to get started, clean up duplicates, and create a shareable digital legacy.

Whether you’re an overwhelmed parent, a creative professional, or someone sitting on thousands of unorganized photos, this episode will remind you that photo organization is more than a task—it’s a healing, connecting, and joy-filled part of your wellness journey.

To learn more about Mylio Photos and start transforming your photo collection today, visit https://mylio.com. You can also explore Angela’s personal work and services at https://angelaandrieux.com. Follow her on Instagram: @myliophotos, @angandrieux.

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As the heat of August settles in and summer nears its close, this solo episode invites you to pause and reflect alongside the rhythms of nature. Join Autumn Carter, certified life and parenting coach, as she explores what it means to harvest wellness—emotionally, spiritually, and environmentally—through the gentle lens of gardening. Whether you cultivate plants or not, this episode speaks to the seasons within us all.

Through vivid storytelling and coaching insight, Autumn unpacks the quiet wisdom of tomatoes ripening on the vine, the meditative act of weeding, and the sacred shift from full bloom to fading leaves. This time of year is less about starting something new and more about tending, maintaining, and gently celebrating what’s already growing in your life. You’ll be guided through a visualization practice to embrace what is ripe and ready within you and encouraged to reflect on areas of life that may need attention, pruning, or letting go.

This episode touches on emotional wellness, spiritual insight, and even offers a taste of environmental wellness and social connection. From strawberry chores with kids to spiritual grounding in the dirt, you’ll find inspiration to check in with yourself, release perfectionism, and reconnect with your pace and purpose. August might not be flashy—but in its quiet maturity, it holds a mirror to how far you’ve come.

If you’re longing for clarity, connection, or simply permission to slow down, this episode is a nurturing reminder that you’re not behind—you’re exactly where you need to be.

One last thing to cover the show legally. I am a certified life coach giving general advice. So think of this more like a self-help book. This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. I am not a licensed therapist. So this podcast shouldn't be taken as a replacement for professional guidance from my doctor therapist. Or any other qualified expert? If you want personal one-on-one coaching for my certified coach. Go to my website, wellness and every season.com. 

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