Essentially You: Empowering You On Your Health & Wellness Journey With Safe, Natural & Effective Solutions

What we're talking about in this episode Tips for reflecting back on 2019 and setting goals for 2020  Specific exercises to set yourself up for success and create your perfect day How to give yourself permission to make changes towards your dreams  The eight questions you should ask yourself to figure out your perfect every day Why you should become clear on how you want to interact with your team   Episode Summary We are three days into a new year and a new decade, and that means it is time to set yourself up for success in 2020 and beyond. Your health is a gateway to creating something bigger and more meaningful based on your purpose in life, and I want to take this opportunity to help you figure out how to expand your dreams and set yourself up for success.  Today I am sharing two very specific and simple exercises to help you reflect on the past year and create your perfect normal day with no limitations. With step by step instructions to guide you in creating your ideal vision, this episode is abou

What we're talking about in this episode Gain a sense of what the liver does and ways that you can support it better Symptoms and key indicators of a sluggish liver and what you can do about it Learn how the liver plays a role in your hormone balance and estrogen metabolism The top 10 ways that you can love your liver and your hormones every single day  How to use essential oils to reduce your toxic burden and support detox pathways   Episode Summary When was the last time you thought about giving your liver a little TLC? The liver is the largest and one of the most powerful organs in the body and determines everything from your hormones to your energy levels. During this time of year, it can be easy to overload your liver with a little too many holiday festivities, so it is important to know how to show your liver some love when you need too. Today I am breaking down some nutritional, supplemental and lifestyle tips to optimize your liver and balance your hormones. A jam-packed episode full of recommen

What we're talking about in this episode Gain a streamlined approach and understanding of your thyroid role and functioning  How to figure out what is right for your unique thyroid and symptoms to watch out for Which labs you should be asking for and what to do if your doctor will not listen Explore the therapeutic benefits of essential oils with thyroid wellness miracles Specific essentials oils for you to show some love to your thyroid and your gut   Episode Summary Root cause medicine is something that I have become particularly passionate about this past year, and it has opened my eyes to the role of our thyroid when determining everything from our hormones to our ability to handle stress and liver health.  Dr. Melissa Esguerra is a passionate wellness practitioner and public speaker with over a decades experience with thyroid dysfunction. Dr. Melissa loves to find natural solutions for hormone and autoimmune challenges faced by women today and teaches others how to reconnect to their intuition and

What We’re Talking About In This Episode!  The best morning rituals to help you live your best day How essential oils can help you regain energy and focus, plus so much more Learn about my favorite abundance blend and my special gratitude journal How 1 green smoothie a day can increase your nutritional intake by 700%   Episode Summary: Do you ever forget to take care of yourself, especially in the morning? I have a feeling the answer is yes. Putting other people's needs ahead of our own is something we do all the time, especially as busy women. But the truth is that when we stop prioritizing our self-care, everything else in our lives follows suits and is negatively impacted. Having a morning routine is one of the easiest ways to get yourself ready to have a great day. By creating a time and a space to help you balance your life, you can go on to do the things that you do best. Establishing self-care rituals, such as yoga, meditation, journaling and healthy food choices, will help prepare you to consiste

What we're talking about in this episode Learn what mitochondria are and what happens when they are dysfunctioning  Why consistently eating and sitting could be negatively impacting your mitochondria Ways that you can diagnose mitochondrial dysfunction and what to do about it How to support mitochondrial function with tried and tested protocols  Natural recommendations to help you put your mitochondria back in the driver’s seat   Episode Summary Did you know that chronic fatigue is not caused by our adrenal glands? The problem actually starts in your limbic brain, and can usually be attributed to mitochondrial dysfunction. Your mitochondria are running the show when it comes to the energy in every single cell in your body, so it is crucial that you understand how best to take care of them. Mitochondrial dysfunction can be the root cause of fatigue, weight gain, brain fog and more. Aboard-certified pathologist, laboratory medicine certified medical practitioner, author and mitochondria specialist, Dr. Mi

What we're talking about in this episode Learn my top 10 healthy eating and stress hacks for the holiday season Great ways to get a killer workout in a short amount of time with Tabata How to clear your mind and emotional burnout with short and easy exercises Essential oil blends to help you curb cravings, reduce stress and more Tips for being fully present this holiday season and removing your holiday stress   Episode Summary While the holidays are a wonderful time of year, they can often result in major emotional stress, giving into cravings and forgetting about your self-care routine. Instead of letting the holidays consume you, be prepared this holiday season with simple and seamless rituals to support your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. In this episode, I am sharing my top 10 favorite healthy eating tips and stress hacks for the holiday season to help you honor and nourish your body this time of year. Overcoming emotional and fatigue driven cravings, setting yourself up for success at ho

What we're talking about in this episode How to tune into your inner voice when making choices about your health Methods to fast track your preference changing and get to your goal faster  The biggest things you can do get ahead in the fitness and wellness game Why you should work out less and start to treat food like your best friend The importance of engraining habits and focusing on nutrition consistency   Episode Summary Are you sick of making health-related New Years’ resolutions only to be disappointed by your inability to change your habits? Andrea Marcellus knows that feeling all too well and is here today to show you a different way. Instead of setting yourself up for failure, Andrea works with her clients to create sustainable healthy habits with a unique set of actionable principles so that you can achieve success your way.  A decades-long fitness expert and lifestyle strategist, author and app creator, Andrea is an advocate for working out less and treating food as a friend. This episode is

What we're talking about in this episode How to leverage self-mastery to create what you want in your life Which three questions you should be asking yourself when you feel triggered Ways to be brutally honest with yourself while treating yourself with grace  Mindset shifts that can change your life and your capacity for wellness  Why you should give yourself permission to make imperfect mistakes Four elements to inject into your daily routine to increase intention and intuition     Episode Summary Elaina Ray is a self-mastery coach who helps entrepreneurs understand their subconscious mind and remove blind spots to level up their careers, relationships, and health. After leaving her dream job of traveling the world working for major corporations, Elaina realized that although she had a dream life, she was not truly happy.  What followed was a journey of self-transformation that resulted in defining self-mastery, claiming her space in the world and gaining clarity on her soul purpose. Now, Elaina is pa

What we're talking about in this episode How to navigate the medical system and understand your lab results yourself Learn why testosterone deficiency is the plague of the 21st century  The biggest areas you should be focusing on during perimenopause and menopause Why essential oils are leading the pack in hormonal balancing practices How to heal your hormones naturally no matter what stage of life you are in   Episode Summary Are you ready for some real talk about how to navigate your hormones in our modern, chaotic world? Dr. Shawn Tassone is a board-certified OBGYN who specializes in integrative medicine to treat the mind and the body, especially during perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Shawn supports women who are struggling with hormone imbalance through his integrative approach and is here today to share his secrets on how you can live the life you desire in your 40’s, 50’s and beyond. Despite what our society has trained us to believe, perimenopause and menopause are not dirty words. By educating

What we're talking about in this episode Signs and symptoms that you can use as diagnostic indicators and feedback Lifestyle changes that can make a big difference in getting your period back on track Learn why suffering and struggling during your period is not normal Dive into what birth control is really doing inside of your body at every age The importance of destigmatizing the shame surrounding our menstrual cycle   Episode Summary Kirsten Karchmer is a health tech pioneer, women’s health expert and founder and CEO of Brazen, a company dedicated to the women’s health revolution and eradicating the stigma surrounding your menstrual cycle.  After being confronted with the facts on just how many women are suffering from PMS, endometriosis and other menstrual cycle-related symptoms, Kirsten decided to put her foot down and help other women use their cycle as an instrument of advantage rather than shame. In her new book, Seeing Red, Kirsten works to create a framework to help you start to do your own det

What We’re Talking About In This Episode! How to cultivate sustainable happiness Daily rituals that helped me find happiness Why you should start your day with gratitude My favorite affirmations to help show yourself some love The best essential oil blends to use during your happiness rituals   Episode Summary:  Happiness is something that alludes many of us. Only 1/3 of the population rate themselves as happy, meaning almost 70% of us are unhappy. We are struggling with a happiness epidemic in our country, and it is time for you to revamp your own overall life satisfaction. Happy people are more resilient, have lower chances of getting disease, and have a longer life expectancy. But happiness is not a consequence or a reward, it is a state of mind that must be consciously thought about every day. By starting every day with intention, and treating happiness like a muscle that we need to exercise regularly, we can start to work on our happiness from the inside out. One great way to increase your happines

What we're talking about in this episode How to navigate the four phases of your menstrual cycle with ease and grace Which essential oils can help support your period and menstrual cycle Exploring your strengths and weaknesses throughout each phase of your cycle Learn which apps are the best at tracking and supporting your period What to do about PMS symptoms and how to get a handle on your cravings   Episode Summary Do you remember the day you started your first period? There is so much stigma around our menstrual cycle, and it is only by educating ourselves on the four phases of our cycle that we can make moves, plan and strategize around our cycle to support ourselves no matter what time of the month it is.  This episode is all about helping you prepare for each phase of your cycle and provide you with tips, essential oil blends and information so that you can appreciate your menstrual cycle as your fifth vital sign and own each phase of your cycle.  Resources Mentioned Get the EO Hormone Solution B

What we're talking about in this episode Learn why menstruation is truly the fifth vital sign Understanding the hormonal hierarchy and which hormones dictate your cycle Addressing the normalization of uterus pain and gender bias in medicine How to improve your body literacy and listen to your bodies whispers Tips for accurately tracking your period and understanding your hormones   Episode Summary Just as abnormal blood pressure, respiratory rate or heart rate can be a key indicator of potentially serious health concerns, your menstrual cycle and patterns are an equally important vital sign to how your body is functioning. Nicole Jardim is a ‘period-fixer’ who is here to dive into the role of the endocrine system and the vital job of the menstrual cycle in our overall health.  Nicole is a certified women’s health coach and creator of Fix Your Period which combines simplicity and sass to help women fix their period and address misconceptions and myths around women’s hormone health. By getting to know you

What we're talking about in this episode Tips to reduce stress at a moments notice with aromatherapy and breathwork Learn why breathwork is the #1 self-healing modality  Explore how breathwork can help with all types of addictions and anxiety How to cut through your negative feedback loop with breath strategies  Specific breath patterns to help you get started on your breathwork journey The importance of feeling more in tune with your body and reducing fear   Episode Summary What if I told you that chronic stress and constantly being on your toes is not the norm? You can reduce your stress at a moment’s notice when you have the right tools at your fingertips, and Samantha Skelly is living proof of that.  A seven-figure entrepreneur, sought after international speaker, best-selling author, and wellness coaching effort, Samantha helps people breathe, feel and thrive with powerful breathwork techniques. Despite her own hesitance towards breathwork, it has changed Samantha’s life and helped her enhance her

What we're talking about in this episode Which unexpected pillars of health you should be focusing on Learn what loving yourself looks like today and how to enjoy the journey How transcendental meditation can help you melt your stress away  Exploring the connection between stress, trauma and gut issues  The importance of setting boundaries and getting curious with your health   Episode Summary Arielle Lorre is the creator of The Blonde Files, a platform, podcast and online space that helps others become inspired by imperfection and understand what it really looks like to heal your body in today’s world. After Arielle’s unhealthy lifestyle took a toll and took her to her rock bottom including a PCOS and lymphocytic colitis diagnosis, she decided to make a drastic change and make the necessary lifestyle changes to support her body. Now Arielle works to help others gain self-awareness, resources and the confidence it takes to help your body get to a better place faster. By preaching a methodology of patien

What we're talking about in this episode The best ways to reverse insulin resistance naturally and safely Practical ways to manage your acne and balance your insulin levels Specific tests you should be asking for in regards to insulin resistance PCOS Understanding the different types of hair loss and where you should focus your efforts Dive into the risks involved with treating PCOS with the pill and other conventional medicine   Episode Summary Despite being a naturopathic doctor herself, Dr. Fiona McCulloch’s PCOS went undiagnosed for 15 years. Once she realized the root cause of her PCOS, Dr. Fiona felt the need to share this information with the 1 in 5 women in the world who also suffer from one of the most common endocrine disruptors found in women. Dr. Fiona is all about viable solutions for insulin resistance, weight gain, acne and hair loss to help women manage their symptoms while walking down the path of healing. From understanding how to get properly diagnosed to learning how to reverse sympt

What we're talking about in this episode Explore the deep connection between finding your purpose and optimizing your health Tips for creating foundational habits centered around your health and wellbeing Resources to help you get started on finding your unique purpose  Understanding the major difference between purpose and passion  The role of nature, play, and recovery when optimizing your health and happiness   Episode Summary What if I told you that finding your life purpose can play a big role in your healing journey? Dr. Meghan Walker is an award-winning speaker and naturopathic doctor who realized the connection between optimized health and living your best life. Now Meghan specializes in helping entrepreneurs and game-changers find true healing through their passion.  By highlighting the connection between your health and your purpose, Meghan helps her clients get healthier through finding what makes them tick. If you need help getting started on how to find your purpose or are looking for ways

What we're talking about in this episode Learn about the benefits of essential oils for creating natural glowing skin Daily beauty habits to create glowing skin and protect yourself from chemicals My favorite essential oils and their benefits for anti-aging and topical healing Discover aromatic dressing and how you can rock it in your own life How affirmations can increase positive thoughts and rewire your brain   Episode Summary Did you know that the harmful endocrine disruptors found in daily personal care products and makeup can increase your likelihood of chronic diseases? According to the environmental working group, the average woman applies 168 chemicals to her skin every single day. Those chemicals are absorbed into the body and can have harmful effects on your body as well as the environment. In this chemical-filled world, it is so important to take care of your health and your entire family’s health. Luckily there are natural and simple ways that you can start to change your routine and protec

What we're talking about in this episode Specific foods that you should be including in your diet to support your gut microbiome How to have fun with healthy food on an accessible and cost-effective basis Explore the power of herbs and spices and the health benefits they can have Why inflammation is an important part of the body and how to balance it properly Ways to support your bodies innate ability to look after itself through food   Episode Summary Dr. Rupy Aujla is living proof of the power of lifestyle and dietary changes when facing an illness. Instead of promoting bland food that makes you rethink your healthy diet, Dr. Rupy preaches flavor as well as function to help you eat illness with foods that you love to eat.  By making healthy food more accessible, Dr. Rupy is helping people all over the world deliciously enjoy their healthy lifestyles and educate people on the power of cooking. Through the incorporation of recipes from all over the world, Dr. Rupy ensures that you will never get bored a

What we're talking about in this episode The key supplement you need to restore your hormones and repair cellular healing How to reset your stress response system with a simplified hormonal protocol Which essential oils are best at supporting your hormones and calming your stress Learn which supplements you should take to prevent burnout and increase energy A rundown of the biggest and best supplements and benefits for your needs   Episode Summary A lack of energy, brain fog, hot flashes, weight resistance, and so many other issues we as women take as ‘normal’ can be reduced down to an imbalance in your hormones. These imbalances can range in their severity, but it is possible to treat them at home with a range of hormone loving supplements and herbs when you have the right information.  Today I am breaking down my Top 10 Hormone Loving Supplements so that you can support your hormones and bring energy back into your life. These supplements can help you reset your hormones in as little as one month’s ti