I've experienced Improv as a way to connect to being more present, playful and intuitive, and mostly just alive. He shares his experience and wisdom on this. 

We talk about improv as a mindfulness practice, the healing power of play, why “accept and build” goes far beyond the stage, and how Jonathan’s own experiences with trauma and recovery shaped the way he understands connection, boundaries, and creativity.

We also explore the fascinating social-work roots of modern improv, why Jonathan believes improv can be therapeutic without being therapy, and what AI may never be able to replicate about human wisdom, intuition, empathy, and play.

At its heart, this conversation is about learning to meet life the way a great improviser meets a scene: present, curious, responsive, and willing to say yes to the adventure.

How to find Jonathan:

https://www.globalimprovwalkabout.com

Instagram @jpitts1028

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How to find Leah:

https://www.qslhealing.com

https://www.leahcgardiner.com

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So this week we're diving directly into the beautiful yogic philosophy of Leela, or divine play. 
Leela points to the whole universe as a joyful creative expression of consciousness. Life as sacred play. A dance, if you will.

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I get into what I learned hanging out with my niece and nephew this summer, which is that being an auntie is significantly more fun than being a mom to littles. I talk about improv, which I started two years ago and which has become my ongoing practice in lightness. (We're literally called *players.* Okay?)

We also talk about the yogic idea that you are the one playing the role, and the way we forget it. We get so identified with being the physician, the mother, the wife, the leader, the responsible one, that we lose track of the human underneath all of it.

Then I bring receipts, because play turns out to be shockingly un-frivolous. One study followed more than 8,500 people for up to 25 years and found that tennis was associated with almost ten additional years of life expectancy. Badminton, over six. The sports that came out on top were the social, interactive ones. Movement, connection, laughter, competition, novelty. Play. (I'm extrapolating straight to pickleball. The haters can come at me.)

And then we get practical, because play doesn't need two free hours and a reservation. Ten minutes counts. Paint something badly. Skip instead of walk. Be a beginner at something.

Mentioned in this episode:
Leela / Lila — a Sanskrit concept from yogic philosophy, often translated as divine play

The arrival fallacy — the belief that you'll finally feel whole once you get there

Schnohr et al., "Various Leisure-Time Physical Activities Associated With Widely Divergent Life Expectancies: The Copenhagen City Heart Study." Mayo Clinic Proceedings, 2018. 8,577 people followed for up to 25 years. Life expectancy gains compared with the sedentary group: tennis 9.7 years, badminton 6.2, soccer 4.7, cycling 3.7, swimming 3.4, jogging 3.2, calisthenics 3.1, health club activities 1.5. It's an observational study, so causation isn't established. The authors did note that the sports involving the most social interaction had the strongest associations with longevity.

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We get to sit down with Dr. Andrea Austin. 

Dr. Andrea Austin, MD is a certified physician development coach and founder of Heartline Coaching and Consulting®. A Navy veteran and emergency physician, she brings frontline leadership experience to her work helping healthcare professionals navigate burnout, career transitions, and personal growth.

She is the host of Heartline: Changemaking in Healthcare and author of Revitalized: A Guidebook to Following Your Healing Heartline — a practical guide to thriving in a demanding healthcare system.

Her mission: helping clinicians follow their Heartline, healing themselves and systems.

How to find Dr. Austin:

https://www.andreaaustinmd.com

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If unexpected downtime makes you feel anxious, restless or just plain uncomfortable - you're not alone. 

We're talking about how chronic overwork and busyness conditions our nervous systems, and how we can be soft with ourselves in this healing journey if this arises. 

Of course, there are 3 simple practices you can try on today:) 

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Our guest this week is Dr. Jeannie Lawrence. She is a board certified psychiatrist and physician coach. She is the founder of the Sanctuary Institute for Life Mastery. 

We explore what burnout really is, why if affects so many high-achieving women, and what real recovery looks like. 

Dr. Jeannie shares her own journey—from looking like she had everything together on the outside while quietly feeling disconnected on the inside—to discovering coaching and building a life that's deeply aligned with who she is.

We also talk about why burnout isn't simply exhaustion, why taking a vacation often isn't enough, and how healing requires more than reducing symptoms. It requires reconnecting with meaning, purpose, and yourself.

If you've been feeling emotionally drained, stuck in survival mode, or wondering if there's more to life than just getting through the day, I think you'll find a lot of hope in this conversation.

How to find Dr. Jeannie:

https://www.jeannielawrencemd.com/sanctuary

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We're exploring the chakra system as an ancient and still relevant framework for understanding ourselves - emotionally, psychologically, and spiritually. 

We'll walk through each of the seven main chakras, the simple question each one invites us to ask, and why I believe they can be such a powerful tool for greater self-awareness and personal growth.

Whether you're completely new to the chakras or you've been curious for years, my hope is that this episode helps you see them in a whole new light.

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We hear people talk about "good vibes" and "bad vibes" all the time, right?

In this episode, I'm exploring the idea that energy is everything through the lens of ancient yoga philosophy and modern science. We'll talk about prana (your life force energy), why stress, people-pleasing, and living out of alignment can leave you feeling drained, and how simple practices like breathwork, meditation, Yoga Nidra, movement, and time in nature can help you reconnect to the energy that's already within you.

My hope is that you'll begin to see your energy as something to care for—not just something you hope you have enough of at the end of the day.

Because when you change your energy, you really can change your life.

If this episode resonates with you, I'd love for you to share it with someone who could use a little more peace and power in their life.

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Together, we unpack what really happens during menopause, why so many women feel dismissed, and how lifestyle medicine and hormone therapy can work together to help women truly thrive.

We also discuss the booming menopause industry and the red flags to watch for before spending thousands of dollars on unnecessary testing or supplements.

In this episode, we discuss:

* Why menopause affects far more than hot flashes
* The surprising role estrogen plays in brain health, memory, anxiety, and mood
* Why sleep disruption is one of the most important—and overlooked—symptoms of menopause
* The connection between estrogen loss, joint pain, muscle aches, and misdiagnosis
* Why weight shifts during midlife aren't simply about willpower
* The science behind protein needs after menopause—and how much women actually need
* Why resistance training is one of the most powerful prescriptions for longevity
* How strength training improves metabolism, bone density, insulin sensitivity, and mental health
* Practical strategies for improving sleep, including morning sunlight, CBT-I, and progesterone
* The important role of vaginal estrogen in preventing urinary tract infections and improving quality of life
* How to recognize evidence-based menopause care—and avoid expensive programs that promise quick fixes

How to find Dr. Heather:

https://www.wholisthealth.is for national/ international access to lifestyle coaching around food/ behavior/ weight wellness. 

https://www.wholistRX.com is for medical services around lifestyle medicine and menopause medicine, ID OR WA UT KS

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If so, you're not alone.

In this episode, we're exploring time scarcity—the feeling that there is never enough time—and why it's not simply a scheduling problem. It's a nervous system problem.

You'll learn the surprising neuroscience behind why feeling rushed narrows your thinking, fuels stress, and keeps you stuck in survival mode. More importantly, you'll discover how small moments of presence can literally change your experience of time.

We'll explore:

• The science of "tunneling" and how scarcity hijacks your attention
• Why high-achieving women are especially vulnerable to time scarcity
• How presence shifts your nervous system from survival to safety
• Why tiny moments of white space can create extraordinary change
• The power of taking the long view and letting small daily practices compound over time

Remember:

The opposite of time scarcity isn't having more hours. It's having more presence.

And the beautiful thing is...you can begin practicing that right now.

If this episode resonates with you, I'd love for you to share it with a friend who could use a little more spaciousness in her life.

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Our guest today is Dr. Mona Sodhi - a double board certified obesity medicine physician, entrepreneur, podcaster and co-founder of SuperDoc Tech. We're exploring the intersection of authenticity, tech, entrepreneurship and personal growth. 

After building multiple successful ventures in healthcare, she now helps physicians and healthcare organizations leverage AI and automation to create more efficient, scalable, and human-centered businesses.

We talk about how AI is reshaping medicine and business, and why tech should amplify rather than replace human connection. And, how entrepreneurs can leverage AI without losing their authentic voice. 

Connect with Dr. Mona Sodhi

https://superdoctech.com

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ifKeFZvZdHpcqJ3oDQ0dG?si=782ac449aca04d6d

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Before enlightenment, chop wood, carry water.

After enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. 

The work of life doesn't disappear when we grow — the dishes are still in the sink, the emails still need answering. What changes is our relationship to what we are doing.

In this episode, we look at one of the heaviest tethers: the need to be understood. The over-explaining, the justifying, the quiet hope that if we just say it one more time, people will finally get it — and then approve, and then we can move forward.

But what if their understanding was never the thing holding us back?

We'll explore this through the yogic idea of the witness — the awareness beneath praise, criticism, agreement, and disagreement — and talk about what becomes possible when we stop performing for other people's perceptions and start living from our own ground.

This one's an invitation: to notice whose agreement you're still seeking, what explanation you've been rehearsing, and what it might feel like to simply let it go.

You do not need everyone to understand your path in order to walk it.

Reference:

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Adam Brady has been on the path of spiritual exploration for more than three decades, training extensively in yoga, meditation, martial arts, and mind-body well-being practices. A certified Gaja Collective educator, he is trained as a well-being coach, meditation and yoga instructor, and Ayurvedic lifestyle teacher. Adam has taught in private sessions, group classes, corporate programs, and large-scale destination retreats.

He is the author of The Path to Stillness: A Meditator’s Guide and Warrior of Light: A Martial Arts Fable, and has published more than 80 articles on yoga, meditation, and holistic well-being. He lives and teaches in Orlando, Florida, where he serves as a Well-being Consultant and Manager for a Fortune 100 company.

His newest book, YOGA.exe, Decoding the Operating System of Yoga for the Modern Mind is a guidebook designed for newcomers and experienced yogis that helps to make the operating system of yoga accessible to everyone.

For more information, visit https://www.revisedreality.com

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Awe is such a powerful state of Being; it can shift your nervous system state, expand your perspective, and reconnect you to what matters most.

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We're diving into the science, psychology, and wisdom of awe, and why this often-overlooked emotion may be one of the most accessible antidotes to stress, overwhelm, and disconnection.

What's inside:

What awe is and why it matters
How awe impacts the brain, nervous system, and overall well-being
Why awe naturally quiets the inner critic and expands perspective
The connection between awe, gratitude, presence, and meaning
Simple ways to cultivate more awe in everyday life
How moments of wonder can help you feel more energized, connected, and alive

If life has started to feel rushed, heavy, or repetitive, this episode is an invitation to slow down, look up, and rediscover the extraordinary hidden within the ordinary.

Please share this episode 

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In this episode, we explore:

- The origins of Memorial Day
- Holding space for grief, both collective and personal
- The hidden weight of guilt, especially for those who’ve outgrown where they started
- A powerful reframe: living fully as the deepest form of honoring
- The yogic truth that attention directs energy—and how to reclaim it
- Why staying small doesn’t serve you—or anyone who came before you

Living half a life doesn’t honor sacrifice. Fully showing up does.

If this resonated, share it with someone you love, leave a review, or book a free 30-minute coaching session (link above)

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In this episode, we unpack the hedonic treadmill—the invisible cycle that keeps us chasing “more” without ever quite arriving. 

The human brain is wired for this patterns actually, and of course, modern culture can amplify it. Isn't it funny that the feeling of wanting is more addictive than having? 

This isn’t about giving up your goals. It’s about reclaiming them.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• Why success can still feel strangely empty
• The neuroscience behind wanting vs. having
• How burnout isn’t always about doing too much—but never feeling enough
• Three simple practices to step off the treadmill and return to your life

Because the goal isn’t less ambition.
It’s aligned ambition.

There is a version of your life that feels expansive, grounded, and deeply enough—while still growing.

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We talk about ancestral wisdom, being in right relationship with ourselves and the culture. We take a deep dive into what a de-colonized way of looking at mystical insights and intuition may feel like. 

We talk about trusting the path ahead, even when we cannot predit it. 

You're gonna love it, trust me:)

Her first interview is Episode 30 on way back in 2024. Check it out!

How to find Dr. Vanessa Calderon:

Podcast Host: The Authentic Path

https://www.vanessacalderonmd.com/

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Because I've found myself in autopilot a few times this week. And I noticed how supportive it feels. 

In this episode, I flip the narrative on autopilot—the thing we’ve all been told to “get off of.” Instead of seeing it as mindlessness, I invite you to view it as one of your brain’s most intelligent, energy-saving tools.

What we're exploring:

- Why autopilot is actually a sign of growth and efficiency
- How your brain uses automation to conserve energy
- The real reason autopilot feels “off” sometimes
- How to identify which patterns are serving you—and which need an updat

Presence isn’t about doing everything consciously.
It’s about consciously choosing what becomes automatic.

Ready to explore working together? 

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We're exploring the invisible load so many high-achieving women carry—the mental, emotional, and energetic weight that never makes the to-do list but quietly drains your energy.

We're expanding the conversation beyond cognitive labor to include the deeper emotional load: unspoken expectations, unprocessed grief, constant vigilance for others, and the quiet pressure to “be enough.”

There's a simple and powerful guided practice here - to help you shift from unconscious carrying to conscious discernment. 

This episode is an invitation to stop performing “fine,” reconnect with your body, and gently ask:
What is mine to carry—and what is not?

You don’t have to solve it all.
You just have to start seeing it.

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We'll sit down with my very own Improv teacher, Amy Angelilli.

About Amy:

As Third Space Improv’s Owner + Ringleader, Amy Angelilli combines the art of cooperative play with mindful moments and laughter to help others grow and connect personally – and professionally. She has facilitated “play”shops for business leaders, college students, conferences and retreats, non-profit organizations, summer camps (for kids and grown-ups!), after school programs, and active senior centers. Her immersive play-work focuses on self-discovery and meaningful connections ... and, of course, fun! 

Currently she heads up a five-level improv school at Third Space Improv, her studio in St. Augustine, Florida, and she also leads team building, bonding, and development sessions for organizations – in person and virtually. 

https://www.3rdspaceimprov.com/

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In my years of practicing and coaching, I've learned that you don’t have to be perfectly regulated all the time to be emotionally free.

In this episode, we explore what it really means to stay connected to yourself… even when you feel overwhelmed, reactive, or tempted to check out.

Emotional sovereignty, at its core, is about staying in relationship with yourself. 

This episode is an invitation to stop treating your emotions like problems…
 and start listening to them as messengers.

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Every spring, we feel the urge to clean our homes…
It is instinctual. 

In Ayurveda, spring is the season of clearing—of releasing what feels heavy, stagnant, and no longer aligned.

In this episode, I walk you through 3 simple Ayurvedic rituals to help you gently reset your body, mind, and energy—without overwhelm.

What You’ll Learn

• Why spring naturally brings brain fog, low energy, and emotional heaviness
• The Ayurvedic principle of “like increases like” (and how to shift it)
• How to move from stagnation → lightness → renewal

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And

Please take 2 minutes to leave a review/rating so we can keep growing and healing together. 

Our guest today is Dr. Lara Salyer. This episode is going to rock your world. 

Dr. Lara Salyer, DO, IFMCP, is a functional medicine physician, author, and creativity catalyst who helps high-achieving women reconnect with their bodies, intuition, and creative power. After experiencing burnout in conventional medicine, she reimagined healing through the lens of flow neuroscience, nervous system regulation, and creative expression. She received additional training from the Flow Research Collective and is a student of core shamanism. She is the author of Right Brain Rescue, a memoir exploring how creativity and self-permission can transform burnout into vitality. Today, Dr. Lara runs a holistic membership practice, mentors women clinicians, and speaks internationally on creativity as a vital, teachable state of wellbeing. She is faculty at School of Applied Functional Medicine. Her work blends science, somatics, and soulful play—reminding people that regulation doesn’t have to be rigid, and healing doesn’t have to be heavy.

How to find Dr. Lara:

• Instagram:  @drlarasalyer
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drlarasalyer
• Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlarasalyer/
• YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/DrLaraSalyer

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If this episode resonates with you, please share it with 4 or 5 of your friends. 

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Dr. Zarya is a Harvard-educated functional physician, TEDx speaker, and burnout expert. In this wide ranging conversation, she shares her story and her wisdom around how high achieving women in midlife can break free from burnout to reclaim their passion, purpose and joy: in other words, how to move more into balance. 

Please share this episode widely, friend. 

How to find Dr. Zarya:

https://drzarya.com

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/outsmart-burnout-midlife-wellness-for-women-with-dr/id1816580256

https://drzarya.myflodesk.com/

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In this episode, we explore the practice of calm power—the spacious, regulated state that allows clarity, creativity, and wise action to emerge. Drawing from neuroscience and yogic wisdom, we can see how the belief that time is scarce subtly activates the stress response, narrowing our attention and scattering our energy.

You’ll learn how shifting toward a time abundance mindset can calm the nervous system, restore focus, and help you access deeper inner wisdom. Dr. Schramm also shares a simple practice you can use today to create more spaciousness in your life.

Calm power isn’t about doing less—it’s about moving through your life with steadiness, intention, and clarity.

Please share this episode widely, friend. 

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Our guest this week is the incredible Dr. Meghan Tierney. She is  board-certified in family and obesity medicine, menopause society certified practitioner, and founder of Sorrel Health and Wellness in Seattle, Washington. 

She helps women navigate perimenopause, menopause, and metabolic health challenges through evidence-based, weight-neutral care that integrates medical management, mindfulness, and self-compassion to support sustainable health.

How to find Dr. Meghan Tierney:Social media and website links

Https://www.sorrelhealthandwellness.com 
Https://www.instagram.com/meghantierneymd
Https://www.instagram.com/sorrelhealthandwellness
https://www.youtube.com/@SorrelHealthandWellness
https://www.linkedin.com/in/meghan-tierney-md-dabom-mscp-7a279165

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Please share this episode with another high achieving human. 

Our guest today is Dr. Stacey Ishman. And she reminds us that burnout is not a requirement for an aligned career. 

Stacey is an academic career coach and the founder of Medical Mentor Coaching. She helps academic physicians strengthen time protection and reduce overwhelm to build sustainable careers. 

Weather you're a physician or in academics, you'll feel right at home here. We talk about so many things that you'll find apply to your every day life. 

How to find Dr. Stacey Ishman:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-ishman-md-mph

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Our guest this week is Dr. Melissa Parsons. 

Melissa is a pediatrician-turned-life coach who helps high-achieving women stop performing their lives and start living them with intention, calm, and self-trust. After more than 20 years in medicine, she recognized that many of the women she served—smart, capable, and deeply conscientious—were quietly exhausted from striving, self-criticism, and the constant pressure to be “better.”

Through her work and her popular podcast, Your Favorite You, Dr. Parsons invites women to build a kinder, steadier relationship with themselves—one rooted not in fixing or optimizing, but in self-belonging. Her coaching blends clinical insight, lived experience, and practical tools to help women step out of autopilot, reconnect with who they truly are, and create lives that feel spacious, grounded, and genuinely fulfilling.

It's easy to see how Melissa is warm, kind, funny and refreshingly honest. 

References:

https://www.melissaparsonscoaching.com

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Ahimsa is a disciplined, courageous practice rooted in inner regulation and clear seeing. 

Non violence is anything but passive. We'll explore ways to embody this practice on a practical level. 

In a volatile world, nonviolence may be the most radical form of resistance we have.

Please share widely. 

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Our guest this week is Dr. Christina Adams who is a board certified OB Gyn physician with nearly 2 decades of practice experience. Dr. Adams is an ardent advocate for women's health, reproductive rights and is involved in organized medicine. She is currently serving as ACOG District XII Secretary and
leading the ACOG District XII delegation to the Florida Medical Association House of Delegates. 
Dr. Christina Adams is also a burnout and career transition coach for women physicians. 

How to find Dr. Christina Adams:

Website: www.christinaadamsmd.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-adams-md-5b7642175/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christinaadamsmd02/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557977027465

Reference:

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- Why regulation is an act of service

-The difference between collapsing and consciously resting

- What aligned action really looks like in turbulent times

- Becoming the calm in the storm — like the lotus blooming from the mud

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

Our guest is Stacy Cisneros, M.D. - she is a practicing Wound Care physician and transformational coach for professionals ready to evolve beyond burnout and into effortless alignment. Through Human Design and Infinity Healing, she helps clients dissolve deep energetic blocks, access intuitive clarity, and create success that feels as good as it looks. 

We talk about so many delicious things, including the four levels of consciousness, how to live an aligned life, and of course how to be open to abundance and prosperity. 

You'll want to listen all the way to the end because there's a very special infinity healing to attract prosperity and abundance here!

How to find Stacy:My Links:

https://www.infinitelevelhealings.com

www.facebook.com/InfiniteLevelHealings

www.instagram.com/InfiniteLevelHealings

infinitelevelhealings@gmail.com

Podcast:  
www.youtube.com/@infinitelevelhealings8141

Reference:

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In this special episode, we're exploring a powerful and liberating truth:
your nervous system is the narrator of your life. Not the situation. Not the person. Not the moment — but the state of your physiology.

Nervous system mastery can change how we react to challenges, can shift relationships and help us make more aligned choices with more clarity, peace and power. 

There's no better way to move into the new year than with more clarity, peace and inner power!

Please share and leave a review if you haven't already:)

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Wishing you ease, compassion and steadiness this holiday season, dear listener. 

This is such a powerful episode as you gather with your loved ones and plan for the New Year. May you enjoy effortless and impactful leadership this year and beyond. 

Our guest is Dr. Denee Choice.

Dr. Denée Choice is a leadership strategist who helps women step into greater influence with grounded presence and inner authority. She blends neuroscience, identity development, and data-informed strategy to help leaders make confident, aligned decisions about their people, their priorities, and the support they need to thrive.

Links:
https://choiceleadershipconsulting.com/ 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/deneechoice/ 

Podcast listeners can download a complimentary copy of Dr. Choice’s latest book, The Authority Myth, here: https://choiceleadershipconsulting.com/authority-myth/ 

Reference: 

https://www.rashmischramm.com

Winter invites us inward — into warmth, nourishment, and deeper rest. In this week’s episode, we explore how to bring Ayurveda, the ancient science of life, into your daily routine so you can feel grounded, energized, and steady during the coldest months of the year.

Ayurveda teaches that everything in nature (and in us) is made of the five elements — space, air, fire, water, and earth. These shape the three doshas:

Vata(air + space) — cold, dry, quick, creative
Pitta(fire + water) — heat, digestion, intensity
Kapha(earth + water) — soft, stable, nourishing

Winter carries strong Vata energy, which is why you may notice dry skin, dry hair, scattered thoughts, difficulty focusing, or feeling ungrounded. As we move toward late winter, Kapha begins to emerge with its heaviness and cool moisture.

This episode brings you one powerful habit to stop immediately — and three simple rituals that support your energy, digestion, nervous system, and overall wellbeing.

May this season become one of grounding, nourishment, and gentle expansion — not forced growth.

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

Every woman will go through this transition in her life if she lives long enough - you don't have to walk it alone. 

Please share this episode with someone who needs to hear this important information.

Dr. Traci DeSplinter is a double board certified OB/Gyn physician (also boarded in Obesity Medicine); she is also a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner. She is an expert in women's health, peri menopause, menopause and has helped countless women live better lives in her 25+ years of practicing medicine. 

You can find Dr. Traci here:

https://tracidesplintermd.com/

https://www.facebook.com/share/1DN7C54aQc/?mibextid=wwXIfr

https://www.instagram.com/tracidesplintermd?igsh=a3YxZ3BhcnE1anll&utm_source=qr

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Please share and review - be sure to follow so you don't miss a single episode.

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I am certain your life will look different to you after you listen to this powerful story, friend. 

Our guest is Dr. Tasha Faruqui. She is a Pediatrician and a mother of three, an author, a speaker and an advocate for parents of medically complex children and those with limited life expectancy. 

Tasha's debut memoir, Keep Your Head Up: A Mother's Story of Chasing Joy in the Face of Grief, was published in September 2025. 

This book fundamentally changed me, dear listener. I strongly recommend you read this book immediately, if not sooner. 

In this conversation, Tasha and I unpack her powerful story of how she and her family have decided "to suck the joy out of life" while facing their middle daughter, Soraya's complex, life-limiting and little known genetic medical disorder. 

Purchase the book here: https://a.co/d/alBbnBz

https://www.tashafaruqui.com/

https://www.instagram.com/thefaruqui5/

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

This is the quiet magic that helps us settle, soften, and reconnect to our natural steadiness — and it’s built into us from birth. As infants, co-regulation is a biological requirement for survival. As adults, it becomes the foundation for effective self-regulation, healthy relationships, and a felt sense of safety.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

The Nervous System’s Secret Language

Our bodies communicate continuously — micro-expression to micro-expression, heart rate to heart rate.
It's not intuition. It's biology.

We explore the ventral vagal system, the social engagement system described in Polyvagal Theory, and how it serves as our internal bridge to safety, connection, and presence.

Presence as Medicine

In yoga and Ayurveda, the energy of sattva represents clarity, balance, and calm.
When your nervous system is regulated, you radiate sattva — and modern science agrees. The heart’s electromagnetic field extends several feet, shifting measurable rhythms in people around us.

How Co-Regulation Supports Self-Regulation

Even with all the self-care tools in the world, humans are wired as relational beings.
 We regulate through each other before we regulate by ourselves.
 

Practical Tools for Cultivating Co-Regulation

You'll learn how to:

• Self-regulate first
A brief pause, a grounding breath, allowing your energy to arrive before your words do.

• Signal safety
Soft eyes, warm tone, relaxed jaw — subtle cues that whisper “you’re safe here.”

• Maintain energetic hygiene
Shake out your hands, brush your arms, breathe and remind yourself:
“I can love deeply without absorbing.”

• Create micro-rituals of reconnection
Group singing, chanting, shared laughter, improv — ancient and modern ways we return to each other.

Healing Through Connection

Trauma happens in disconnection, but healing happens in connection.
 Co-regulation triggers oxytocin, deepens trust, and supports emotional resilience.

When you breathe calmly next to someone in distress, you’re lending your nervous system.

✨ Guided Co-Regulation Exercise

We end with a gentle practice: placing a hand over the heart, recalling someone who feels safe and kind, and then imagining offering that same steadiness to the next person you meet — not through doing, but through being.

In a culture that glorifies radical independence, co-regulation brings us back to a profound human truth:
 We were never meant to heal alone.

Please share and let's grow together!

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

She says life, art and wanderlust have been her muse. Dr. Sonal helps women physicians reconnect with their creative spark and get in touch with their inner wisdom. 

Dr. Sonal also explores the metaphysical world through Akashic Records. 

Listen, share and follow. 

Reference:

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Dr. Nabila Noor, MD, FACOG, FPMRS, is a double board-certified Urogynecologist and pelvic reconstructive surgeon. She has a prestigious education and has the expansive heart and experience to help us decode some complex and common issues facing women.

In this episode, Dr. Nabila breaks down how so many women are living with symptoms that are likely curable or at least can be improved. She helps us see how we can strengthen from the inside out for more peace and power.  

Her mission: make pelvic health mainstream so women can move, work, and live life with confidence.

How to find Dr. Nabila:

Website: https://www.drnabilanoor.com/

YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@drnabilanoor

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

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drnabilanoormd

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-nabila-noor-9b5b2930/

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

Our guest is Dr. Kristine Goins, who is a board-certified integrative adult & pediatric psychiatrist and digital nomad. We'll hear how Kristine went from feeling burned out, depressed and fed up to creating a intentional, joyful, nomadic life for herself. Motivated by a desire to make a difference, Dr. Goins founded Nomad MD, where she teaches doctors how to achieve a balanced and fulfilling life, where they can work less and live anywhere.

You can find Kristine here:
 
https://www.facebook.com/thenomadmds
 
https://www.instagram.com/thenomadmds
 
Website/Blog:
https://www.thenomadmd.com

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

You'll hear real life examples and practical wisdom, you'll see how your suffering could be optional. We could all use more peace over pain and reclaim your most precious resources - time and energy.

Please share widely, friend. 

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

What truly sustains us is alignment: living by our deepest values and letting our energy ebb and flow with the seasons of life.

In this episode, we'll discuss top 3 practices for you to live a more aligned, powerful, peaceful and purposeful life. 

As always, I'm so grateful for you and this community. Please share and let's keep evolving together. 

Why “work-life balance” keeps high-achieving women stuck in self-doubt

Reference:

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Our guest today is Dr. Carolyn Moyers.  Dr. Carolyn is a board-certified OB/GYN, Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, and Fellow of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health. She’s the founder of Sky Women’s Health, a boutique gynecology practice in Fort Worth, where she provides exceptional care focused on the menopause transition, sexual health, and pelvic pain. Dr.Moyers also educates fellow clinicians through her Menopause Masterclass and hosts the Sky Women’s Health Podcast, helping women feel informed and empowered at every stage.

How to find Dr. Carolyn Moyers:

Website :  https://www.skywomenshealth.com

Podcast Apple:   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sky-womens-health/id1541657642

Podcast Spotify:   https://open.spotify.com/show/79VnnWYtGJwlB7NrjBck7o

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

Life often feels heavy, especially right now. You may even feel like you want to hide under the covers (same:).

And...I’m sharing one of my favorite reminders and intentions: Lightness of Being.

Think of it as a gentle bridge between our busy, beautiful, messy lives and the ancient idea of enlightenment—without any need to grow a man bun.

Here’s what we’ll explore together:

• Lightness in the Body 
• Lightness in the Mind 
• Lightness in the Heart  

This isn’t about escaping life. It’s about remembering to put down what isn’t ours to carry so we can walk through the world with a bit more ease and maybe even a laugh.

Take a breath with me: Inhale lightness. Exhale heaviness. Let it go.

Reference: 

https://www.rashmischramm.com

Dr. Chhaya's story is one of resilience and innovation, as she taps into the power of integrating lifestyle medicine alongside conventional treatments to enhance patient outcomes and improve quality of life.

How to find Dr. Chhaya:

https://www.unifiedendocrinecare.com

Hormones and Hope Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hormones-hope-with-dr-chhaya/id1818134237

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

In this episode, I share:

• What burnout actually is (and how it shows up in sneaky ways)
• Why driven, high-achieving women are more prone to burnout relapses
• How your nervous system remembers burnout—and how to break the cycle
• My 3-step Burnout Relapse Map to detect early warning signs
• Ayurvedic and polyvagal insights on healing energy leaks
• The most hopeful truth: your resilience is also recurrent

This episode is here to help you reclaim your power, reset your rhythm, and rise again and again. 

⭐️Please share with 5 friends if you found this to be helpful. 

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

Dr. Wendy is a board certified pediatrician, lifestyle physician and coach who specializes in helping families with emotional health and connection. She is the founder and owner of Family in Focus Health and she has a wicked sense of humor to boost her fantastic coaching. 

You can find her here:

https://www.wendyschofermd.com

https://www.youtube.com/@familyinfocus1

But what’s the real cost of all that speed?

In this episode, I share how urgency culture drains your energy and why slowing down may be one of the most powerful ways to revitalize your nervous system, your creativity, and your soul. 

You’ll hear two simple practices you can start today to create more space, clarity, and ease—without losing momentum.

If you’re ready to reclaim your rhythm, this is your invitation. Slow is sacred. Slow is strong. And it starts now.

We're tackling all the myths about obesity, obesity treatment and getting into the details of how and why it is so importance to keep kindness and compassion at the forefront in this complex system. 

Our guest today is Dr. Sarah Stombaugh, who is an incredible board certified obesity medicine physician with her own thriving private practice. 

Sarah shares her story, her "why", and her many discoveries as she treats her patients. 

Dr. Sarah Stombaugh is also the host of the popular podcast "Conquer Your Weight". 

You can find her here:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564819838650

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahstombaughmd/?hl=en

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conqueryourweight

Website: www.sarahstombaughmd.com

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

We explore how meditation isn’t just for calming the mind—it’s a powerful, science-backed practice to restore your energy at the cellular, nervous system, and soul level.

You’ll learn:

• Why chronic stimulation leads to energy leaks
• How meditation activates your body’s “restore” mode
• The surprising link between meditation and mitochondrial function
• Three simple rituals to rebuild your energy, starting today

Whether you're brand new to meditation or returning after a pause, this episode will remind you that energy isn’t something you chase—it’s something you come home to.

✨ Tune in and let this be your permission slip to sit softer, breathe deeper, and rebuild from within.

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

🧘🏽‍♀️There's one more spot open in our October retreat...contact me for details!

Dr. Jonar de Guzman is a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine & Lifestyle Medicine and a certified Health Coach. As CEO & founder of 4 Truth Health, he focuses on health transformation through the purpose-driven process of health habit rebuilding. Dr. Jonar hosts the acclaimed podcast, Glass Half Healthy. Also, he is a Director of Sedona Butterfly Effect, a non-profit honoring his late daughter that supports children at-risk for and diagnosed with cerebral palsy.  Previously, he practiced as a hospitalist physician in Internal Medicine at Providence Medical Associates in Southern California as a Partner. He holds an M.D. from Georgetown University School of Medicine and B.A. in Politics and Economics from New York University.

You can find Jonar here:

•  https://www.instagram.com/drjonarmd/
• https://www.4truthhealth.com 
• https://www.instagram.com/4truthhealth/
  
  

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

✨ Inside this episode:

• Why comparison is wired into your nervous system
• How social comparison theory still runs the show
• The difference between upward and downward comparison (and how both trap you)
• My favorite Exercise for turning envy into insight
• How to track your own wins with compassion and clarity
• A loving reminder: You are not behind—you're on your own sacred timeline.

We’re not here to pretend we never compare. We’re here to do something much more powerful:
 ✨ Reclaim the energy comparison tries to steal
 ✨ Use it to celebrate what’s waking up inside us
 ✨ And run our own race.

Mentioned in this episode:
– There is still a spot for you at our October retreat!
– Want to work with me? https://www.rashmischramm.com/retreat
– Follow me on IG @dr.rashmischramm

If this episode gave you something meaningful, please rate and review the podcast. And don’t keep it to yourself—share it with someone who needs this reminder.

Our guest is Dr. Dani Cabral - she is a double board certified neurologist and psychiatrist specializing in Alzheimer's and related diseases. Dr. Cabral has expertise in neurodegenerative disease clinical care and clinical research, having served as principal investigator for numerous Alzheimer's clinical trials. 

Dr. Cabral is the founder and medical director of BrainLove, which is a holistic medical practice with the mission to transform the way we approach brain health and aging. 

You'll hear Dani's incredible life story, how she came to this deeply meaningful work, and her fantastic advice for folks who are looking to keep their minds sharp as they age. 

Connect with Dr. Dani Cabral:

https://www.mybrainlove.com

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/resilient-aging-unfiltered/id1819239903

https://www.youtube.com/@BrainLoveCommunity 

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

There's a sweet effortless meditation here too:)

Hey, did you know there's just one spot left open for our October Inner Peace and Power Retreat? If you'd like details, send me a message and we'll see if it's a good fit for you. 

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

We get to hear her incredible story, learn about the importance of our microbiome in tapping into our inner peace and power, and so much more. 

Dr. Katrina Coulter is a double board certified physician practicing the art of Infectious Disease physician in Colorado. She is also a regenerative rancher, a mom, an entrepreneur, content creator and overall phenomenal human being. 

You can find Dr. Katrina Coulter here:

https://www.katrinacoultermd.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEG2xknBh8p38atZ4MAfX2A

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

Spiritual bypassing is the seductive habit of using mindfulness practices to avoid the very discomfort that those practices are meant to help us move through. 

 What We'll Discuss:

• What spiritual bypassing is (and how to spot it)
• Why high-achieving women are especially vulnerable to it
• The cost of bypassing discomfort
• 5 anchors for radical, embodied mindfulness
• A guided practice to help you feel more grounded and present

Fave quote: “The spiritual journey is not about getting out of the world, it’s about getting into it.” — Ram Dass

Please share, follow and let me know if this episode resonated with you. 

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

The goal isn’t to always stay calm — the goal is to know how to come back to calm. When you regulate your nervous system, you reclaim your clarity, intuition, and power.

Of course, you'll get practical tools you can start practicing right away to help you come back to your center no matter what is happening in the world around you. 

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

Dr. Sheila Patel is a board certified family physician, a speaker, author and a highly regarded expert in Ayurveda, meditation and yoga. She is renowned for blending Eastern and Western Medicine seamlessly. She has shared the stage as a speaker and teacher with Dr. Deepak Chopra many, many times. 

Sheila was the CMO for Chopra Global when I trained with her and I can tell you her capacity for creating clarity around complex or multi layered subjects like Ayurveda is unparalleled. 

You're going to love this episode! Please share and keep the circle of care going. 

How to find Dr. Sheila Patel:

https://www.drsheilapatel.com

We're exploring how we can embody the quality of ease, even when things are not at all easy. 

Join me and let's share this easeful and effortless practice together. 

⭐️If you haven't left a review yet, please take 3 minutes and get done friend, dear One. 

🌞If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with 5 of your closest friends. Don't you want them to have ease too?

🔥Amazing news! The annual in person retreat has 4 spots left! Take a look here...

https://www.rashmischramm.com/retreat

You’ll learn:

• Why your to-do list isn’t always aligned with your nervous system
• How to stop outsourcing your truth and start trusting your inner teacher
• Three powerful, practical ways to shift from mental knowing to embodied wisdom—starting today

This is your invitation to quiet the noise and reclaim your energy.

References:

Exciting News! Our 2025 Retreat is now open!

https://www.rashmischramm.com/retreat

Dr. Lynn Marie joins us to explore the misunderstood and transformative world of psychedelic medicine. From her unconventional path through medicine and law to her personal healing journey, Lynn Marie opens up about quitting what no longer serves you, the science behind psychedelics, and the role of clinician education in this growing field.

We unpack the therapeutic potential of Psilocybin, Ketamine, Ibogaine and MDMA, tackle common myths, and offer clear guidance for those curious about safe and ethical use. Whether you're a clinician, seeker, or skeptic—this conversation is for you.

What You'll Learn:

• Why psychedelics are not “just recreational” but powerful therapeutic tools
• The difference between legalization, decriminalization, and medical use
• How clinicians can talk to patients about psychedelic options
• Red flags and best practices for choosing safe facilitators or retreat centers
• Why quitting can be a radical path to inner peace and power

Dr. Lynn Marie Morski

Psychedelic Medicine Association:

Website: https://www.psychedelicmedicineassociation.org

🔥 Discount Link for Membership: https://checkout.psychedelicmedicineassociation.org/b/4gwbKy0gT9fJgJW28d

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/psychedelicmedicineassociation

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/68258009/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/psychedelicmedicineassociation/

Psychedelic Medicine Podcast is available on all major platforms.

💥Please share this episode with 4 of your friends. 

About:

Dr. Brittany Panico is a board certified Rheumatologist and is the chief Rheumatologist at Summit Rheumatology, which as multiple locations in many states. She is a wife, a mom of 3 boys and an avid reader as you'll hear.

⭐️Please share this episode with 4 friends. 

Reference:

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What's inside:

⭐️Shakespeare, The Matrix, and Vedic philosophy walk into a podcast…

⭐️Why identifying too tightly with our roles keeps us small.

⭐️How we can reprogram our perception of reality. 

⭐️You'll learn 3 simple, soul aligned ways to upgrade your reality. 

If you're ready for more, consider joining us at our in person retreat this October!

https://www.rashmischramm.com/retreat

Remember, you are infinite possibilities. 

About:

Dr. Sara Ionescu is a board certified family medicine physician, wife, mom of 5, and exercise enthusiast. She is passionate about wellness, preventative care, and exercise and loves to inspire others to move. 

How to find Sara...
Website: drsaraionescu.com
Instagram: @drsaraionescu
YouTube: @DrSaraIonescu
Facebook: facebook.com/drsaraionescu
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drsaraionescu

Reference:

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⭐️Kamini Desai, PhD is the author of Yoga Nidra: The Art of Transformational Sleep, and is considered a leading authority in the field Yoga Nidra. As the curriculum developer of I AM Yoga Nidra training, she uniquely combines the ancient wisdom of yoga with western psychology and science. Kamini has been teaching worldwide for over 35 years. In 2012 she was awarded the title Yogeshwari (woman of yogic mastery) for her keen ability to bring ancient illumination to the genuine challenges of the human experience. Her teachings have benefited employees at Sony, Kelloggs, KPN Telecom, Mars Confectionery, the Department of Corrections and Departments of the Netherlands Government. 

Website: https://www.kaminidesai.com

App: https://linktr.ee/kaminidesaiphd

https://www.youtube.com/@iameducationkaminidesai

https://www.instagram.com/kaminidesaiphd/

https://www.facebook.com/kaminidesaiphd

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com/retreat

 

 

What if you're feeling unsure? Or unmotivated? Today, we're redefining what progress actually looks like, on our own terms.

We'll explore how slowing down can actually help us move forward in alignment, with clarity. 

And there are journal prompts for you to honor your inner knowing in this short and sweet solo episode.

Please share this episode freely, dear friend. Sharing is caring:)

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

Our guest this week is Dr. Sherita Gaskins-Tillett, who is a board certified OB/Gyn, mom, wife, retreat host and the founder of Bosslady Dream Builders. 

Dr. Sherita shares her story and how everything changed when she began to own her power. 

You can find Dr. Sherita here:

https://bossladydreambuilders.com

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

Please share this episode, follow and let's keep evolving and sharing and growing together. 

Reference:

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Our guest today is Dr. Erica Bove. She is a double board certified OB-GYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist (REI) physician at the University of Vermont, She is also the CEO and founder of Love and Science: Thriving Through Infertility.  She has a keen interest in marrying an evidence-based approach with intuitive knowing in the context of a trusting relationship. She empowers women physicians to build their families with confidence, self compassion and community. Her mission is to heal and support the healers and to create a legacy she is proud of.  

Website: https://www.loveandsciencefertility.com  

Social:
Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/erica-bove-0701a0173
IG: https://www.instagram.com/loveandsciencefertility/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553692167183

Podcast: loveandsciencefertility.com/podcast

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

In this episode, we explore ways to cultivate equanimity as we weave through modern knowledge and ancient wisdom. 

Please share this episode and let's shift the energy around us. 

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

Our incredible guest today is Dr. Sarah Wittry. 

Dr. Sarah Wittry is a hospice palliative physician and certified mind-body coach dedicated to empowering women physicians. She's a mom of four and has a holistic approach to well being and is invested in healing, vibrancy and harmony. 

How you can find Sarah:

https://www.vibranthumanssarahwittry.com/

Podcast: “Vibrant Humans” https://open.spotify.com/show/4FRMn2KQCc09oaicWsEe7m?si=8d73f830ba1342ad

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-wittry/

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

Our world is chaotic and so many of us are experiencing trauma right now. How do we become even stronger given these circumstances? This week, we explore PTG or Post Traumatic Growth - how adversity can be a gateway to greater strength, clarity and purpose. Instead of just bouncing back, PTG helps us rise stronger with deeper wisdom. 

I discuss:

-What is PTG?

-5 Key areas of growth

-How to cultivate PTG

References:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

https://www.instagram.com/dr.rashmischramm

Our guest is Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma. Together, we discuss ways to harness more joy, more peace, more awareness in our busy lives. Arpita is a wonderful storyteller and an incredibly wise soul. You'll come away feeling more peaceful and more empowered - and you'll definitely want to share this episode. 

Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma has a podcast called "From Pissed Off to Poised" which is incredible and available via all major platforms. 

You can find her here...

https://thoughtworkmd.com/

https://www.instagram.com/thoughtworkmd/

https://www.facebook.com/thoughtworkmd

References:

https://www.rashmischramm.coo

https://www.instagram.com/dr.rashmischramm

You're going to want to share this episode widely, there's so much gold here, friend. 

You can find Dr. Sarah Smith here...

https://www.chartingcoach.ca/

Her Podcast: Sustainable Clinical Medicine Podcast is available on all major platforms. 

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

We're in a liminal space, my friends. This is not forever. We must find ways to accept (acceptance does not mean agreement) and take positive actions that are aligned with who we are. 

Go get 'em! Oh, and please share this episode:)

References:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

https://www.instagram.com/dr.rashmischramm

There's never been a more necessary for each of us to take our roles as leaders in our own lives and communities. 

Our guest today is Dr. Stephanie Byerly. She is an Obstetrical Anesthesiologist, a women's empowerment and leadership coach and a trauma informed coach with numerous levels of advanced training and experience. 

You can find Dr. Stephanie Byerly here:

https://www.stephaniebyerly.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephaniebyerlymd/

Reference:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amna-shabbir-md/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amnashabbir/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dr.amnashabbir.md
Substack: https://earlycareerphysician.substack.com/ 

Free Quiz to help Early Career Physicians Save Time: https://www.earlycareerphysician.com/quiz

Reference:
https://www.rashmischramm.com

Podcast: UnabridgedMD 

IG, Facebook and Twitter: UnabridgedMD

YouTube channel: Rheumatology 101 with Dr Isabelle Amigues 

References:

https://www.rashmischramm.com

https://www.instagram.com/dr.rashmischramm

She tells us the story of how her training led to self healing and how this was a powerful source of energy and inspiration for her. 

Dr. Malathi Acharya is an integrative medicine physician and founder of Ayur Integrative Medicine. She is passionate about all elements of integrative medicine, including nutrition, lifestyle, supplements, botanicals, mind-body treatments. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Integrative Medicine, and board certified in Internal Medicine and Hospice and Palliative Medicine. She is also certified in clinical hypnosis and trained in medical acupuncture and Heart Math biofeedback. 

You can find Dr. Malathi here:

• Website:  www.ayur.today
• Social Media:
  • https://www.facebook.com/malathi.acharya.7
  • https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-malathi/

Let’s connect!

Website: www.rashmischramm.com

Youtube: www.youtube.com/c/drrashmischrammoptimalwellness

Instagram: www.instagram.com/dr.rashmischramm

Facebook: www.facebook.com/dr.rashmischramm

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashmi-schramm-md

Email me at Rashmi@RashmiSchramm.com

Myth 1: Meditation Requires a Thought-Free Mind

• Reality: Meditation isn't about silencing your mind but learning to observe your thoughts without attachment. Like any skill, it becomes more effortless with practice, focusing not on the absence of thought but on the awareness of it.

Myth 2: Meditation Should Always Feel Blissful

• Reality: While meditation can lead to feelings of bliss, it's fundamentally about present moment awareness, which means sometimes facing uncomfortable emotions. These moments are not signs of failure but opportunities for deep healing and growth.

Myth 3: Meditation as a Form of Escapism

• Reality: Far from an escape, meditation deepens our experience of life, making us more present and aware. It's about enriching our engagement with the world, not withdrawing from it, as illustrated by real-life experiences of transformative healing.

As always, if you found this episode to be helpful, please leave a review and share with a friend. Make sure you’re following the show to effortlessly find every episode. 

Let’s connect!

Website: www.rashmischramm.com

Youtube: www.youtube.com/c/drrashmischrammoptimalwellness

Instagram: www.instagram.com/dr.rashmischramm

Facebook: www.facebook.com/dr.rashmischramm

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashmi-schramm-md

Email me at Rashmi@RashmiSchramm.com

We’ll explore ways we can thrive as individuals and as a society. We talk about what we’ve learned about human longevity from the Blue Zones and how our lifestyles can be the vehicle for living longer, healthier lives. 

ABOUT DR. COLIN ZHU

Dr. Colin Zhu is Board-Certified in family practice/OMT and lifestyle medicine. Passionate about the intersection of medicine, food, and nutrition, Dr. Zhu trained as a chef and a health coach at the Natural Gourmet Institute for Health & Culinary Arts and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition following the completion of his medical degree. To share his unique blend of medical knowledge with a wider audience, Dr. Zhu launched TheChefDoc in 2017, an online wellness and lifestyle education platform which has been featured in several publications. Dr. Zhu is an international speaker, the author of "Thrive Medicine: How To Cultivate Your Desires and Elevate Your Life,“ and the podcast host of Thrive Bites in which he interviews the latest health and wellness experts about incorporating a plant-powered lifestyle, enhancing emotional wellness, and creating a thriving mindset! He is also the creator/director of a self-educational masterclass series called The THR5 Formula™ where he combines inspiration, education, and practical tools on how to THRIVE! Here you will learn the 5 To THR5™ Pillars: Food As Medicine, Functional Fitness, Relationships, Community, & Emotional Resilience! Currently, based in the Southern California area and has a virtual lifestyle medical practice called TheChefDoc Lifestyle Medicine.

Social Media Links:

WEBSITE: https://www.thechefdoc.app/ 

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheChefDoc/ 

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thechefdoc/ 

PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.ph/TheChefDocTHR5/ 

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thechefdoc 

YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@TheChefDoc/

...

Let’s connect!

Website: www.rashmischramm.com

Youtube: www.youtube.com/c/drrashmischrammoptimalwellness

Instagram: www.instagram.com/dr.rashmischramm

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We journey through the realms of yogic philosophy and neuroscience, shedding light on the yogic perspective of emotions as e-motion—energy in motion—and the neuroscience behind crying, which underscores the physiological benefits of tears, including stress relief and the release of oxytocin and endorphins. 

I highlight how unexpressed emotions can form blockages in our mental and emotional bodies, leading to a discussion on the top reasons why crying is essential for emotional release, stress relief, and fostering connection. As usual, there’s practical advice on how to give ourselves the permission and opportunity to cry, emphasizing the importance of creating a safe space, practicing self-compassion, and seeking support when needed, all while exploring mindfulness and meditation techniques to enhance our emotional awareness and acceptance.

As we conclude, we affirm that crying is not only a natural and healthy expression of our humanity but also a superpower that can lead to profound healing and deeper connections. By embracing our tears, we allow ourselves to navigate life's challenges with greater resilience, enhancing our relationships and connecting more deeply with our own humanity. Crying is your superpower—don't suppress it. Embrace it without apology. If you're moved by this message and looking for personalized guidance, consider joining me 1:1 or explore the membership options on my website. And remember, give yourself permission to feel, express, and release through tears. It's a journey of healing and empowerment, one moment at a time.

Please rate, review, and share this episode. Let's embrace our tears as the profound tools of transformation they truly are.

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Today’s special guest is Michelle Quirk, MD. She is a board certified physician and run coach. Michelle is the founder of Mindful Marathon where she helps make running easy and fun for busy professionals. 

We had a great debrief about our recent sold-out in person Movement and Meditation Retreat in Florida. 

You can find Michelle here:

• Website: httpts://www.mindful-marathon.com
• Youtube: @mindfulmarathon
• IG: @mindful-marathon
• Email: michelle@mindful-marathon.com

In addition, my group program, The Power Within, is now open for registration.

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We’ll talk about some of the benefits of leaning into Joy. And how joy is different than toxic positivity and very different from spiritual bypassing. 

I’ll give you 3 of my favorite ways to access and nurture joy in our every day lives. 

I make the case for meditation as an access point for joy. 

We’ll talk about how joy really doesn’t feel safe to feel sometimes. And how we can savor and enjoy the expansion by leaning into a practice of gratitude. 

I’d love to know your experiences with joy and what tools you use to lean into this complex and expansive felt sense?

My Group Program, The Power Within Membership, is now open for registration!

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Dr. Amelia Bueche is a physician, coach, parent, avid athlete, yogi, entrepreneur and founder of Coaching for Institutions where she helps bring health to medicine. 

We talked about her fascinating journey through medicine as ways of finding herself that gave her access to her inner peace and power. 

We talked about how coaching feels like the arrival or expansion of medicine. 

We discussed the one time in her life she spent 6 weeks without exercising and her insights from truly resting. 

This episode is for anyone who’s interested in hearing a fascinating, vulnerable and real discussion about how when we focus on What’s Right With Us, we may just hit gold. 

Dr. Amelia Bueche can be found here:

• Website: https://www.thisosteopathiclife.com/
• LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/amelia-bueche-ba2090159/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/live_inconceivable/

Dr. Amelia Bueche’s Bio:

Amelia L. Bueche, D.O. is a specialist in Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, nurturing health and empowering patients to realize their amazing inherent capacity. Dr. Bueche founded This Osteopathic Life to expand the understanding and application of osteopathic philosophy beyond the clinical setting, ultimately serving as guiding principles for a cultural revolution grounded in love and humanity.  Dr Bueche is a leader of coaches and a coach of leaders, serving as Chair of Coaching for IGNITE Med and is the founder of Coaching For Institutions - Bringing Health to Medicine. She specializes in design and facilitation of coaching programs for physicians at all stages of education, training and practice, helping them unleash their inner potential to develop immunity to burnout and find success in any situation. Dr. Bueche lives in Northern Michigan where she and her three children enjoy the beauty of fresh water in all seasons!

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What We Explore Today:

• Embracing Our Emotional Selves:
  • Let’s gently unpack why suppressing emotions doesn’t equate to strength but can lead to inner turmoil.
  • How we are likely conditioned to think that feeling emotions makes us weak. 
    A nod to the  world of CTFAR and the coaching paradigm. 
• Ayurveda’s Wisdom on Emotions:
  • Delve into Ayurveda's rich teachings on emotional wellbeing.
  • Discover how emotions are not just fleeting feelings but messengers of deep wisdom.
• The Power of Emotions:
  • Let's compassionately understand how ignoring our emotional messengers can impact our lives.
  • What we resist persists
  • Learning how to lovingly acknowledge and understand our emotions, transforming them into sources of strength.
  • A peaceful approach towards achieving inner harmony and tranquility.
• Steps to Empower Your Emotional Self:
  • Step One: Embracing responsibility for our emotions with kindness. Letting go of blame and shame.
  • Step Two: Identifying the nature of our emotions with some granularity.
  • Step Three: Feeling and acknowledging our emotions as a powerful act of self-care. Giving ourselves permission to feel them in our bodies. 
• Empowerment Through Emotions:
  • Understanding the transformative power of not suppressing emotions.
  • Embracing each emotion as a guide and teacher on our path to self-awareness and inner peace.
• Community: Our Emotional Sanctuary inside The Power Within Membership
  • A celebration of the power of sharing emotions and experiences in our community.
  • Creating a nurturing space for vulnerability and emotional sharing.

Thank you for being here. You are truly appreciated.

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Dr. Stepien is a board-certified Pediatrician in active practice and the founding director of The Institute for Physician Wellness. She graduated from the University of Washington School of Medicine. Prior to entering medicine, she practiced Physical Therapy for many years. She also holds a graduate degree in Philosophy where she focused on applied ethics.  Dr. Stepien has published in the medical literature as well as in the lay press on topics affecting physician wellness. She is a certified Physician Coach, and has training in teaching Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) as well as Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC). She received the Victorian Cross Humanitarian Award in 2018 for her ongoing contributions to physician well-being.

A keynote speaker, coach, educator, and leader, she is an authentic example of what is possible when physicians work for change.  Since founding the Institute for Physician Wellness in 2016, she has supported thousands of physicians on their paths to well-being.

When she is not working, you may find her out hiking on her favorite trails with friends and family.   

You can learn more about Dr. Stepien, her coaching, retreats, and programs at www.instituteforphysicianwellness.com

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• LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathystepienmd/

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This meditation is perfect for anyone who is navigating our hectic world and looking for practical applications of mindfulness. 

We’ll explore how mantra meditation can be a powerful tool in fostering a deeper sense of inner peace knowing regardless of our circumstances. 

You’ll want to save this episode to return anytime you need. I’m grateful for this opportunity, friend.

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We’ll begin by celebrating Our Wins from 2023

• We can make it a habit to reflect on our personal and professional achievements over the course of 2023. 
• It’s not selfish or braggy when we are acknowledging growth, success, and the lessons learned. We’ll talk about GAIN vs. Gap in ways to look at our growth. 
• I share my own highlights of Wins from 2023 - it was a big year for me for personal and relational growth. And when I looked, I had also grown quite a lot professionally. 
• Segment 2: The Art of Letting Go
• Often overlooked: releasing what’s constricting us: fear (of failure?, rejection ) Regret, Resentments, Grievances with how things should have been or should have turned out? Keep us from growing and evolving. 
•  Practices for letting go - Meditation, Awareness, journaling, having a safe relationship to co regulate
• Invite you to identify what you need to release to move forward.

Part 2: Creating a Safe Space for Growth

• The importance of creating a nurturing environment for personal, professional, emotional growth and evolution.
• We’ll review self-compassion, grounding ourselves with safe relationships. This is huge, y’all. We can’t skip this if we really want big explosive growth. 
• I share tips for cultivating a positive and supportive personal environment.

Part 3: Asking Ourselves the 4 Soul Questions:

• I’ve asked myself these 4 questions every day for at least 11 years. The answers are wild!
• 1. Who am I? 2. What do I want? 3. What is my purpose? 4. What am I grateful for? Images, sensations arise…don’t judge. Nurture curiosity about what you actually want, rather than what someone else or society tells you.

Part 4: Setting Intentions based on Desires. Setting SMART Goals for 2024

• Knowing your Vision and your WHY. Then, you’re ready to look into SMART goals and their importance in achieving success.
• I’ll help you in setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals.
• My SMART goal to illustrate the concept: Meditation: 30 seated meditation every morning. 
• Why: personal and spiritual growth. Creating a ripple effect. 
• We’ll talk about habits in a later episode!

Part 5:  Mindfulness and Acceptance in New Beginnings in New Year!

• Reminder: Meditation, mindfulness and self acceptance play a crucial role in new beginnings and setting aligned intentions. Reminder that Outer Peace begins with Inner Peace 
• Yoga says…  You are not broken. You are already Whole and Complete. 

Gratitude! Heartfelt gratitude for your support and engagement. Please share this episode if this resonated with you. 

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We may not be able to sit for a formal meditation practice and/or we may wish to practice these in addition to our formal practice. In many people who suffer with PTSD or trauma, it’s not a great first strategy to sit down to meditate. 

A reminder that the most mindful humans around are little kids…let’s go learn from them!

Benefits of practicing mindfulness: inner peace, inner power - resilience. Improved relationships, increased self awareness to name a few. 

Top 3 Ways I’m Trying to Practice Mindfulness

1. Walking/Movement in Nature/Outdoors

• Benefits: calming effect of nature, the sensory experience, and the connection with the environment; listen, see smell, feel. 
• Practical: Engage all senses and be present during nature walks.
• Forest Bathing… Trees omit something called Phytoncides: Boosts our natural killer cells NK cells, Boosts Immune system. Reduces Cortisol, reduced stress, enhances focus and concentration 

2. Mono-tasking vs. Multitasking

•  Multi tasking is essentially a myth - it reduces our productivity and causes cognitive degradation. I share my story about how this is a daily practice I try to implement in my own life. 
• Mono tasking benefits: focusing on one task at a time can increase efficiency, reduce stress, and enhance the quality of work.
• Implementation:  give ourselves permission. Bring in awareness when we are trying to multi-task and consciously choose mono tasking.  

3. Mindful Eating

• I share my story of how I used to not eat so mindfully:)
• Benefits: Improved digestion, deeper appreciation of food, more mind/body connection, more enjoyment of eating.
• Implementation: Sit down to eat, use your senses, put the phone or laptop away. Savor each bite, bring in gratitude. Prayer is a beautiful practice in many traditions. 

Mindfulness is a skill and there is no destination. Find ways to enjoy the small moments in everyday life.We’re not supposed to be mindful all of the time. Work your way up to a mindfulness practice that helps you live a more peaceful and powerful life. 

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