Wellness in San Diego: Food, Movement, Spirituality + Wellbeing

Discover the ancient art of cosmetic acupuncture, a holistic approach to enhancing your natural beauty. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Cassie Dominach, DACM, L.Ac. of Sage Haven in San Diego, to explore how this innovative technique can revitalize your skin, reduce wrinkles, and boost your overall well-being.

Learn how cosmetic acupuncture works, its benefits compared to traditional cosmetic treatments, and how it can address various skin concerns. Dr. Cassie also shares insights on incorporating natural skincare routines and nutritional changes to complement your acupuncture treatments.

Whether you're seeking a natural alternative to Botox or simply looking to enhance your skin's radiance, this episode offers valuable information on the transformative power of cosmetic acupuncture.

Episode links:

• Website: sagehavensd.com
• Instagram: @sagehavensd

Upcoming Locally Well events:

• Build Your Wellness Biz Blueprint for 2025: Coworking Retreat
• North County Wellness Networking - 1st Mondays of the month
• Women + Wellness Wednesdays | monthly event series for female entrepreneurs

The Wellness in San Diego podcast is produced by Locally Well San Diego, your local news source covering health + wellness news + events in San Diego. Get the latest at locallywell.com or follow @locallywell.

Join us as we delve into the world of holistic nursing coaching with Kelly Dubowski, MSN, RN—a San Diego-based advanced practice holistic nurse coach and entrepreneur. With over a decade of diverse clinical experience in medical-surgical, psychiatric, and addiction settings, Kelly brings a unique perspective to health and healing.

In this episode, Kelly shares her inspiring story of navigating burnout and discovering her calling as a holistic nurse coach. Discover:

• The power of holistic nursing: Learn how holistic nursing combines traditional medical knowledge with complementary therapies to promote overall well-being.
• Overcoming burnout: Get practical tips and advice for healthcare workers struggling with burnout and exhaustion.
• The importance of self-care: Explore the various forms of self-care and how to incorporate them into your daily life.
• Holistic nursing coaching techniques: Learn about the holistic modalities and practices Kelly uses to support her clients' healing journeys.
• Finding your own path: Gain insights into Kelly's personal journey and how she discovered her passion for holistic nursing coaching.

Whether you're a healthcare worker seeking relief from burnout or simply looking to improve your overall well-being, this episode offers valuable insights and guidance. Tune in to learn more about the transformative power of holistic nursing coaching.

Episode links:

• Sacred Rest | Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, M.D.
• Kelly Dubrowski, MSN, RN: hopewithkelly.com | Instagram @hopewithkelly

Upcoming Locally Well events:

• Build Your Wellness Biz Blueprint for 2025: Coworking Retreat
• Wellness Marketing Mastery: Six Week Immersion Program for Entrepreneurs
• North County Wellness Networking - 1st Mondays of the month
• Women + Wellness Wednesdays | monthly event series for female entrepreneurs

The Wellness in San Diego podcast is produced by Locally Well San Diego, your local news source covering health + wellness news + events in San Diego. Get the latest at locallywell.com or follow @locallywell.

Join guests Sarah Lane and Rebecca Cuje as they dive deep into the often-taboo topic of rage and anger. In this episode, they chat with Marta about challenging societal norms that suppress feminine anger and explore the transformative power of embracing and expressing this often-overlooked emotion.

Key takeaways:

• The societal conditioning that suppresses feminine anger
• The connection between rage, power, and pleasure
• Practical techniques and new modalities for releasing and processing anger (BreathTWERK!)
• Overcoming the fear of expressing your emotions
• The importance of self-care and boundaries

Discover how rage can be a gateway to power, pleasure, and personal growth. Learn practical techniques to release suppressed emotions, heal past traumas, and access deeper layers of yourself. From shadow work to breath twerk, this episode offers a roadmap to harnessing the energy of anger and transforming it into positive change.

Episode links:

• 10/7-10/11 FREE Rage & Rebirth: a 5-day virtual immersion to transform anger into pleasure & power
• 10/12 Mornings at the Museum: BreathTWERK™ & Reiki
• 11/9-11/10 Rage Retreat: receive 15% off with code LOCALLYWELL
• BreathTWERK
• Sarah Lane: Website | Instagram
• Rebecca Cuje: Website | Instagram

Upcoming Locally Well events:

• North County Wellness Networking - 1st Mondays of the month
• Women + Wellness Wednesdays | monthly event series for female entrepreneurs
• Build Your Wellness Biz Blueprint for 2025: Coworking Retreat
• Wellness Marketing Mastery: Six Week Immersion Program for Entrepreneurs

The Wellness in San Diego podcast is produced by Locally Well San Diego, your local news source covering health + wellness news + events in San Diego. Get the latest at locallywell.com or follow @locallywell.

We're back with Season 4! Join us for an exciting series of weekly episodes featuring local changemakers in San Diego's wellness scene. Upcoming topics include rage + release, women's health, the power of kava, cosmetic acupuncture, spirituality + psycthotherapy, local holiday gifts and the San Diego restaurant scene. So tune in every Wednesday for the latest episode.

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Today, we're thrilled to have the founders of Beyond the Game, Chad Denham and Coach Reed Maltbie, joining us to discuss the transformative power of a growth mindset, resilience, and finding flow.

Chad and Reed bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the table, having worked with athletes and individuals from all walks of life. Their combined knowledge in business, sports psychology, and education offers a unique perspective on unlocking our full potential.

In this episode, we delve into:

• The science of a growth mindset: How cultivating a belief in your ability to learn and grow can overcome challenges and achieve your goals.
• Building resilience: Strategies for bouncing back from setbacks and developing the mental toughness needed for success.
• Harnessing the power of flow: Understanding what flow states are and how to access them for peak performance and increased enjoyment.

Episode links + references:

• Beyond the Game: https://beyondthegamehq.com/
• Carol Dweck, Stanford | Growth Mindset
• Steven Kotler | Flow Research Collective
• David Goggins | Ultra-Endurance Athlete

Upcoming local events:

• North County Wellness Networking - 1st Mondays of the month
• Women + Wellness Wednesdays | monthly event series for female entrepreneurs
• Build Your Wellness Biz Blueprint for 2025: Coworking Retreat

The Wellness in San Diego podcast is produced by Locally Well San Diego, your local news source covering health + wellness news + events in San Diego. Get the latest at locallywell.com or follow @locallywell.

This week we dive deep into the power of breathwork for healing and self-discovery with Shannon Cury, a breathwork coach and cancer survivor. Shannon shares her inspiring story of overcoming cancer and using breathwork to navigate the challenges of treatment, job loss, and a global pandemic.

She sheds light on the concept of "authentic self-care" - focusing on self-awareness and building a lifestyle that supports your well-being, rather than relying on external fixes.

Tune in for practical tips to cultivate your own breathwork practice and connect with San Diego's vibrant wellness community.

Episode links:

• Shannon Cury: Collectivelywell.com | @collectively__well
• Health + Wellness Networking: Flow + Network - Wed. Jun 12, 6-9pm (Point Loma)
• North County Wellness Networking - Mon, Jun 17, 12-1pm (Encinitas)
• Summer Solstice Healing Fair + Cacao Ceremony - Sat, June 22, 12-4pm (Encinitas)
• Healing Fair Vendor Application

The Wellness in San Diego podcast is produced by Locally Well San Diego, your local news source covering health + wellness news + events in San Diego. Get the latest at locallywell.com or follow @locallywell.

This week we dive into the controversy brewing over San Diego's ban on beach yoga classes. Hear from Jackie Kowalik and Amy Baack -- two yoga teachers who got shut down after years of leading donation-based classes.

• City says no to zen? We explore the baffling lack of permits for beach yoga, while other activities get the green light.
• From frustrated yogis to fired-up photographers: Discover how a coalition is forming to fight for their beachside businesses.
• Plus, your voice matters: What YOU can do to keep the beach and public park yoga flowing.

Episode links:

• Amy Baack: @mindbodybadass
• Jackie Kowalik: @yoga_jawn
• Mayor of San Diego
• Health + Wellness Networking: Flow + Network - Wed. Jun 12, 6-9pm (Point Loma)
• North County Wellness Networking - Mon, Jun 17, 12-1pm (Encinitas)

The Wellness in San Diego podcast is produced by Locally Well San Diego, your local news source covering health + wellness news + events in San Diego. Get the latest at locallywell.com or follow @locallywell.

This week, we welcome Joe Clarke, a spiritual coach and author, to dive deep into his remarkable journey of spiritual awakening. Joe shares his experience of battling leukemia and how it became a catalyst for a profound shift in his life.

He talks about his transition from a workaholic lawyer to a spiritual healer, the challenges he faced along the way, and the powerful tools that aided his transformation.

You'll also learn:

• How to recognize signs of a spiritual awakening in your own life
• Tips for navigating through the "dark night of the soul"
• The importance of finding a spiritual healer or guide
• How to connect with your heart space through a guided breathing technique called "Three Candle Breathing"

Joe also shares about his book, Sol: Supportive Guidance for Healing and Awakening and the unique way it combines spiritual wisdom with practical application.

Join us as Joe sheds light on his inspiring journey and equips you with the knowledge to embark on your own spiritual awakening!

Episode links:

• Joe Clarke: Website | Instagram | Book
• Joe's Upcoming Seminar: Embrace Your Divinity -- Wednesday, June 5, 6:30 (Zoom)
• Health + Wellness Networking: Flow + Network - Wed. Jun 12, 6-9pm (Point Loma)
• North County Wellness Networking - Mon, Jun 17, 12-1pm (Encinitas)
• June Wellness Events in San Diego

The Wellness in San Diego podcast is produced by Locally Well San Diego, your local news source covering health + wellness news + events in San Diego. Get the latest at locallywell.com or follow @locallywell.

This week, we explore the innovative approach to medicine taken by ActiveMed Health. Their clinics blend Eastern and Western medical practices, providing patients with a comprehensive and personalized treatment plan.

Join us as Dr. Matt Alavi, Founder of ActiveMed, and Danielle Arbuckle, Director of Operations, discuss:

• How Active Med Health blends traditional and Western medicine for a more holistic approach to patient care
• Why individualized treatment plans are key to achieving optimal results
• How empowering patients to take an active role in their own health and wellness is critical to patient success
• The challenges and rewards of running a collaborative healthcare clinic

Learn how this collaborative care approach benefits patients and how ActiveMed Health is changing the face of medicine.

Episode links:

• ActiveMed Integrative Health Center: activemedhealth.com | @activemed
• Instructors Fight Back Against Beach Yoga Ban

The Wellness in San Diego podcast is produced by Locally Well San Diego, your local news source covering health + wellness news + events in San Diego. Get the latest at locallywell.com or follow @locallywell.

This week we dive into the world of Holistic Interior Design with Rachel Larraine Crawford, founder of Tiger Veil Design, the San Diego-based interior design firm behind the Yoga Deck in Bankers' Hill and the new Bivouac Adventure Lodge in North Park. Rachel shares her journey from theater sets to dream homes, and how she infuses her designs with elements of feng shui, crystals, and mindful space clearing.

You'll learn:

• How your home environment can impact your well-being
• Tips for creating a space that reflects your unique personality
• The basics of feng shui and how to incorporate it into your home
• Simple practices for keeping your space energetically clear

Ready to create a home that supports your mind, body, and soul? Tune in!

Episode links:

• Tiger Veil Design: tigerveil.com | @tigerveil
• The Design Coven: designcoven.com | @thedesigncoven
• The Holistic Interior Design Podcast
• City of San Diego Cracks Down on Beachside Yoga Classes
• Spring Fit Fest | Sunday, May 19, 10am-2pm (Logan Heights)
• Branding 101 for Wellness Entrepreneurs | Tuesday, May 21, 10am (Zoom)
• Discover Your Soul Signature Style Workshop | Thurs. May 23, 6:30-8:30pm (Leucadia)

The Wellness in San Diego podcast is produced by Locally Well San Diego, your local news source covering health + wellness news + events in San Diego. Get the latest at locallywell.com or follow @locallywell.

Feeling lost after a loss? Learn how grief can be a guide, and uncover powerful tools to move through it with grace.

This week we're joined by Rev. Jenn Cormier, a Grief Guide and spiritual counselor, to share how we can learn to move through grief with grace. Jenn shares:

• How grief is an ever-changing process
• The importance the power of movement + creativity to heal
• How community support is essential to moving through grief

Episode links:

• Rev. Jenn Cormier: Website | Podcast
• Mother's Day Heart Healing Virtual Event - Sunday, May 12 at 10am PT (Zoom)
• Mother's Day Wellness Fest | Saturday, May 11, 1-4pm (Solana Beach)
• Spring Fit Fest | Sunday, May 19, 10am-2pm (Logan Heights)
• Branding 101 for Wellness Entrepreneurs | Tuesday, May 21, 10am (Zoom)
• Discover Your Soul Signature Style Workshop | Thurs. May 23, 6:30-8:30pm (Leucadia)

The Wellness in San Diego podcast is produced by Locally Well San Diego, your local news source covering health + wellness news + events in San Diego. Get the latest at locallywell.com or follow @locallywell.