Courageous Wellness

Kellina Powell aka 'Deaf Queen Boss' Shares About Her Mission to Make a More Inclusive World for The Hard of Hearing Community

On this episode we welcome Kellina Powell, also known on social media as, Deaf Queen Boss. Kellina, based in Canada, is a young woman on a mission to create more inclusivity for the deaf and hard of hearing community.  At the age of 4 Kellina lost her hearing, but with the support of her family was able to cultivate her education in both the deaf and hearing communities. She now uses her skills as a Mental Health and Disability Coach educating, inspiring and motivating others. 
On this episode we hear her story, adversities she faced and overcame, and how Covid-19 even posed new difficulties for the Hard of Hearing community. Kellina is a force to be reckoned with and we know her vivacious energy and commitment to her community will continue to create so much value in the world!
This episode has also helped us take a stride to make our platform more inclusive and you can find the audio with closed captions of this episode (and more to come) on the Courageous Wellness YouTube channel which you can find by clicking here! 
To learn more about Kellina you can visit @deafqueenboss on Instagram
To learn more about our health coaching subscription service visit: www.patreon.com/courageouswellness
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram @CourageousWellness and visit our website: www.courageouswellness.net to get in touch. 
This episode is brought to you by Milk+Honey.  To receive 15% off your purchase visit www.milkandhoney.com and use code: CWPODCAST (all one word) at checkout! Milk+Honey is a line of non-toxic, effective, and safe bath, body, and skincare products made in small batches in Austin, Texas.
We are so excited to partner with Seed! You can save 15% on Seed Synbiotic by using code: courageous15 at checkout. Head to www.seed.com to learn more. 
We are so happy to offer our listeners a discount with Recess! To save 15% on all beverages or subscriptions, you can use code "courageous" at checkout when you visit: https://takearecess.co/
We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit https://foursigmatic.com/and use the code: courageous at checkout!
Are you interested in becoming a health coach or furthering your nutrition education? We loved our program at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and are happy to offer our listeners a discount on tuition! To receive up to $2000 off tuition (for payments in full and $1000 off tuition for payment plans) you can use our name Aly French or Erica Stein when you enroll. To learn more you can also take a Sample Class, check out the Curriculum Guide, or visit the application page to enroll. 

Wade Lightheart On Creating a Body from the Inside Out, Supplements, and Optimizing Your Life for Ultimate Health

Today on the podcast we sit down with Wade Lightheart, co-founder and president of biOptimizers. Wade’s passion and mission for helping others optimize their health started when he witnessed his 23 year old sister pass away from cancer.  It was a heart-breaking experience that shaped his destiny.  That’s when he realized that health was the most precious asset we have in this life and now he is one of the world's premier digestive health experts. 
Wade has been featured on Dave Asprey’s Bulletproof Radio, Ben Greenfield Radio, and Melanie Avalon’s Intermittent Fasting as a guest expert in digestive health issues. In this conversation we discuss: gut health, optimizing your life for ultimate health, and Wade’s philosophy on how he approaches living! Enjoy the episode.
To learn more about Wade and biOptimizers you can visit:  https://bioptimizers.comor follow on instagram @bioptimizers
To learn more about our health coaching subscription service visit: www.patreon.com/courageouswellness
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram @CourageousWellness and visit our website: www.courageouswellness.net to get in touch. 
This episode is brought to you by Milk+Honey.  To receive 15% off your purchase visit www.milkandhoney.com and use code: CWPODCAST (all one word) at checkout! Milk+Honey is a line of non-toxic, effective, and safe bath, body, and skincare products made in small batches in Austin, Texas.
We are so excited to partner with Seed! You can save 15% on Seed Synbiotic by using code: courageous15 at checkout. Head to www.seed.com to learn more. 
We are so happy to offer our listeners a discount with Recess! To save 15% on all beverages or subscriptions, you can use code "courageous" at checkout when you visit: https://takearecess.co/
We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit https://foursigmatic.com/and use the code: courageous at checkout!
Are you interested in becoming a health coach or furthering your nutrition education? We loved our program at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and are happy to offer our listeners a discount on tuition! To receive up to $2000 off tuition (for payments in full and $1000 off tuition for payment plans) you can use our name Aly French or Erica Stein when you enroll. To learn more you can also take a Sample Class, check out the Curriculum Guide, or visit the application page to enroll. 
 
 
 
 

Kino MacGregor Discusses Ahstanga Yoga, Vipassana Meditation, Founding the Omstars Platform, and Finding Peace Within

On this episode we welcome Kino MacGregor. Kino is a Miami native and is the founder of Omstars—the world’s first yoga TV network. She is a sought after yoga expert, an international yoga teacher, inspirational speaker, author of four books, producer of six Ashtanga Yoga DVDs, Writer, Vlogger, World Traveler, and co-founder of Miami Life Center.
Today we dive into a range of topics including Kino’s personal journey and how it brought her to the practice of yoga. She also shares about her experiences with vipassana silent retreats, and how she uses her practice to further her connection to herself. We also dive into a conversation on representation within the American yoga community and also discuss ageism in wellness. We really appreciated this conversation with Kino and hope you enjoy the episode! 
To learn more about Kino and Omstars you can visit: https://www.kinoyoga.com, https://omstars.com,or follow on instagram @kinoyoga
To learn more about our health coaching subscription service visit: www.patreon.com/courageouswellness
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram @CourageousWellness and visit our website: www.courageouswellness.net to get in touch. 
This episode is brought to you by Milk+Honey.  To receive 15% off your purchase visit www.milkandhoney.com and use code: CWPODCAST (all one word) at checkout! Milk+Honey is a line of non-toxic, effective, and safe bath, body, and skincare products made in small batches in Austin, Texas.
We are so excited to partner with Seed! You can save 15% on Seed Synbiotic by using code: courageous15 at checkout. Head to www.seed.com to learn more. 
We are so happy to offer our listeners a discount with Recess! To save 15% on all beverages or subscriptions, you can use code "courageous" at checkout when you visit: https://takearecess.co/
We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit https://foursigmatic.com/and use the code: courageous at checkout!
Are you interested in becoming a health coach or furthering your nutrition education? We loved our program at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and are happy to offer our listeners a discount on tuition! To receive up to $2000 off tuition (for payments in full and $1000 off tuition for payment plans) you can use our name Aly French or Erica Stein when you enroll. To learn more you can also take a Sample Class, check out the Curriculum Guide, or visit the application page to enroll. 
 
 
 

Alex Caspero, Co-Founder of Plant Based Juniors, Talks “The Plant Based Baby & Toddler,” and Discusses Soy, Supplements, and Plant Based Myths

Today on the show we welcome Alex Caspero, co- founder, of Plant Based Juniors. Alex and her co-founder Whitney are both registered dietitians with a passion for making childhood nutrition as effortless as possible. On this episode Alex talks all about their new book, The Plant Based Baby and Toddler, which offers easy-to-digest nutritional facts and guidelines that aren't available elsewhere, with a special focus on the most important period of a child's life when it comes to developing good eating habits: infancy and toddlerhood. 
On this episode we unpack myths about childhood nutrition, and discuss everything from establishing a healthy microbiome from early childhood, meeting nutrition needs through food and supplementation, and how all children, whether plant based or omnivores, can get more nutrient dense food options on their plates. This episode, although very educational for parents, has something for everyone. Even if you don’t have children, you can learn a lot from Alex’s expertise. She has a wealth of knowledge and an easy and non-dogmatic style in her approach to plant based eating. We even talk about the best way to navigate the social components of food for developing children. 
To learn more about Alex and buy the book you can visit: www.plantbasedjuniors.com or follow in instagram @plantbasedjuniors
To listen to our episode with Joseph Corella of 567 Broadway, referenced in the episode intro, click here to listen on Apple Podcasts 
To learn more about our health coaching subscription service visit: www.patreon.com/courageouswellness
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram @CourageousWellness and visit our website: www.courageouswellness.net to get in touch. 
This episode is brought to you by Milk+Honey.  To receive 15% off your purchase visit www.milkandhoney.com and use code: CWPODCAST (all one word) at checkout! Milk+Honey is a line of non-toxic, effective, and safe bath, body, and skincare products made in small batches in Austin, Texas.
We are so excited to partner with Seed! You can save 15% on Seed Synbiotic by using code: courageous15 at checkout. Head to www.seed.com to learn more. 
We are so happy to offer our listeners a discount with Recess! To save 15% on all beverages or subscriptions, you can use code "courageous" at checkout when you visit: https://takearecess.co/
We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit https://foursigmatic.com/and use the code: courageous at checkout!
Are you interested in becoming a health coach or furthering your nutrition education? We loved our program at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and are happy to offer our listeners a discount on tuition! To receive up to $2000 off tuition (for payments in full and $1000 off tuition for payment plans) you can use our name Aly French or Erica Stein when you enroll. To learn more you can also take a Sample Class, check out the Curriculum Guide, or visit the application page to enroll. 
 
 
 

Aly and Erica Discuss their Latest Thoughts on Wellness Topics from Being Kind to Ourselves in the Context of Self-Care to White-Washed Spiritual Guru-ism

Today on the podcast it is just the two of us! We catch up + share our latest thoughts on a wide range of wellness topics. 
To learn more about our health coaching subscription service visit: www.patreon.com/courageouswellness
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram @CourageousWellness and visit our website: www.courageouswellness.net to get in touch. 
This episode is brought to you by Milk+Honey.  To receive 15% off your purchase visit www.milkandhoney.com and use code: CWPODCAST (all one word) at checkout! Milk+Honey is a line of non-toxic, effective, and safe bath, body, and skincare products made in small batches in Austin, Texas.
We are so happy to offer our listeners a discount with Recess! A wonderful alcohol alternative or just a fun afternoon treat to keep you calm, cool, and collected. With flavors including, blackberry chai, coconut lime, blood orange, black cherry, peach ginger, and pomegranate hibiscus - they offer 6 and 12 packs, subscriptions, and sampler packs for your enjoyment. To save 15% on all beverages or subscriptions, you can use code "courageous" at checkout when you visit: https://takearecess.co/
You can also save 15% on Seed Synbiotic by using code: courageous15
Are you interested in becoming a health coach or furthering your nutrition education? We loved our program at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and are happy to offer our listeners a discount on tuition! To receive up to $2000 off tuition (for payments in full and $1000 off tuition for payment plans) you can use our name Aly French or Erica Stein when you enroll. To learn more you can also take a Sample Class, check out the Curriculum Guide, or visit the application page to enroll. 
We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit https://foursigmatic.com/and use the code: courageous at checkout!
 
 
 

Michael Rubino, Author of “The Mold Medic” Shares Tips, Tricks, and What You Should Know about Mold in Your Home

Today we sit down with Michael Rubino, an innovative expert in mold contamination and remediation and author of the book Mold Medic. Rubino and his company All American Restoration have been featured in USA Today, Reader’s Digest, New Jersey Monthly and Digital Trends. He was also selected as a speaker for the Spring 2020 Indoor Air Quality Association Meeting and Expo. 
Michael has a real passion for helping people truly understand how to create a non-toxic living environment to thrive and feel their best. In this episode he provides so many good, practical tips for creating spaces with healthy air to breath, regardless of whether you are a renter, a buyer and no matter your budget. 
We learned from Michael that millions of Americans struggle with the effects of mold exposure on their health and many seek out mold remediation companies but still suffer after the jobs are done due to incomplete removal of the mold.
While Michael does do mold remediation, his procedure removes all traces of mold including the spores they leave behind and the toxins produced by the mold. A person suffering from hypersensitivity to mold needs all three types of decontamination to regain their health. This episode enlightened both of us and if you breathe air everyday - you won’t want to miss this conversation! Enjoy the episode.
To learn more about Michael you can visit: https://www.allamericanrestoration.com/ and https://www.themoldmedic.comor follow on instagram @themoldmedic
To learn more about our health coaching subscription service visit: www.patreon.com/courageouswellness
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram @CourageousWellness and visit our website: www.courageouswellness.net to get in touch. 
This episode is brought to you by Milk+Honey.  To receive 15% off your purchase visit www.milkandhoney.com and use code: CWPODCAST (all one word) at checkout! Milk+Honey is a line of non-toxic, effective, and safe bath, body, and skincare products made in small batches in Austin, Texas.
We are so happy to offer our listeners a discount with Recess! A wonderful alcohol alternative or just a fun afternoon treat to keep you calm, cool, and collected. With flavors including, blackberry chai, coconut lime, blood orange, black cherry, peach ginger, and pomegranate hibiscus - they offer 6 and 12 packs, subscriptions, and sampler packs for your enjoyment. To save 15% on all beverages or subscriptions, you can use code "courageous" at checkout when you visit: https://takearecess.co/
Are you interested in becoming a health coach or furthering your nutrition education? We loved our program at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and are happy to offer our listeners a discount on tuition! To receive up to $2000 off tuition (for payments in full and $1000 off tuition for payment plans) you can use our name Aly French or Erica Stein when you enroll. To learn more you can also take a Sample Class, check out the Curriculum Guide, or visit the application page to enroll. 
We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit https://foursigmatic.com/and use the code: courageous at checkout!
You can also save 15% on Seed Synbiotic by using code: courageous15
 

Lauren Montgomery of Monty’s Talks Delicious Plant Based Cheese and Living Your Passion

Today on the podcast we have a lovely conversation with Lauren Montgomery. Lauren is a Certified Health Coach, Health Supportive Chef, and Founder of Monty’s, a plant-based brand dedicated to creating delicious, clean and craveable plant-based essentials, starting with cream cheese and butter. Lauren founded Monty’s on an overall wellness mission to create insanely delicious, plant-based alternatives to some of our favorite essential foods, without compromising outstanding taste.
After Lauren discovered her passion for plant-based nutrient-dense foods, she began to invest her time in working in restaurants, visiting nut farms, and testing out cashew cheese recipes on friends, family, and every dinner party she was invited to. In 2018, Lauren developed the perfectly delicious and creamy recipe of Monty’s cream cheese and butter that instantly became a favorite across New York City restaurants, health stores, and specialty retailers.
Monty’s recently launched their online shop  and now ships direct to consumers nationwide. We have been fortunate to try Lauren’s delicious cream cheese and butters and were so impressed with the taste and the ingredients. We are especially big fans of the butter!
Through Monty’s, Lauren continues spreading the message that indulging in our favorite essentials made from nutritious, clean, plant-based ingredients can lead to living a more healthful, vibrant and beautiful life. We have a wonderful conversation about Monty’s products and Lauren’s journey. hope you enjoy the episode! 
To learn more about Monty's you can visit: hhttps://livemontys.com/ or follow on instagram @montysnyc
To learn more about our health coaching subscription service visit: www.patreon.com/courageouswellness
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram @CourageousWellness and visit our website: www.courageouswellness.net to get in touch. 
This episode is brought to you by Milk+Honey.  To receive 15% off your purchase visit www.milkandhoney.com and use code: CWPODCAST (all one word) at checkout! Milk+Honey is a line of non-toxic, effective, and safe bath, body, and skincare products made in small batches in Austin, Texas.
We are so happy to offer our listeners a discount with Recess! A wonderful alcohol alternative or just a fun afternoon treat to keep you calm, cool, and collected. With flavors including, blackberry chai, coconut lime, blood orange, black cherry, peach ginger, and pomegranate hibiscus - they offer 6 and 12 packs, subscriptions, and sampler packs for your enjoyment. To save 15% on all beverages or subscriptions, you can use code "courageous" at checkout when you visit: https://takearecess.co/
Are you interested in becoming a health coach or furthering your nutrition education? We loved our program at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and are happy to offer our listeners a discount on tuition! To receive up to $2000 off tuition (for payments in full and $1000 off tuition for payment plans) you can use our name Aly French or Erica Stein when you enroll. To learn more you can also take a Sample Class, check out the Curriculum Guide, or visit the application page to enroll. 
We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit https://foursigmatic.com/
and use the code: courageous at checkout!
 

Angela Zeng, Founder of Karuna, Talks Plant Based Nutrition + Real Food Ingredients

Today we sit down with Angela Zheng the founder of Karuna. Karuna provides a broad array of functional juices and smoothies that work to restore health through whole plant-based ingredients. Formulated from a belief that Food Is Better Medicine™, each unique offering is inspired by ancient wisdom and backed by modern science. Karuna does not add sugar to their products, and they are all USDA Certified Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, and gluten-free.
Karuna was founded on the philosophy that diet can improve and prevent many health issues, as Angela and her husband, an oncologist, believe the right food can act as medicine. We have such a wonderful and educational conversation and we know you will enjoy this episode! Also keep a look out on our Instagram page for a fun giveaway coming up with Angela and the Karuna team! Enjoy! 
To learn more about Karuna you can visit: https://mykaruna.com or follow on instagram @mykaruna
To learn more about our health coaching subscription service visit: www.patreon.com/courageouswellness
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram @CourageousWellness and visit our website: www.courageouswellness.net to get in touch. 
This episode is brought to you by Milk+Honey.  To receive 15% off your purchase visit www.milkandhoney.com and use code: CWPODCAST (all one word) at checkout! Milk+Honey is a line of non-toxic, effective, and safe bath, body, and skincare products made in small batches in Austin, Texas.
We are so happy to offer our listeners a discount with Recess! A wonderful alcohol alternative or just a fun afternoon treat to keep you calm, cool, and collected. With flavors including, blackberry chai, coconut lime, blood orange, black cherry, peach ginger, and pomegranate hibiscus - they offer 6 and 12 packs, subscriptions, and sampler packs for your enjoyment. To save 15% on all beverages or subscriptions, you can use code "courageous" at checkout when you visit: https://takearecess.co/
Are you interested in becoming a health coach or furthering your nutrition education? We loved our program at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and are happy to offer our listeners a discount on tuition! To receive up to $2000 off tuition (for payments in full and $1000 off tuition for payment plans) you can use our name Aly French or Erica Stein when you enroll. To learn more you can also take a Sample Class, check out the Curriculum Guide, or visit the application page to enroll. 
We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit https://foursigmatic.com/
and use the code: courageous at checkout!
 

Steph Hendel Shares How She Created a Body Built by Love

This week on the show we have a conversation with Steph Hendel. Steph is a health and weight loss coach, but with a radical and innovative twist: her work is women-focused, coaching through spiritual weight release using the principles of inner work, mindset, manifestation, intuition, sacred feminine embodiment, self-love, and self-empowerment.  Steph has a number of courses where she aids women in releasing judgement, shame, and limiting beliefs to connect with their heart space in order to tap into and live out their soul purpose. 
Steph works to empower women to embody and nourish their true selves, as she believes that filling ourselves up and living out our purpose is the most nourishing and highest serving thing we can possibly do for ourselves, our loved ones, and the planet. We have a beautiful conversation about Steph’s journey, mission, and program. 
To learn more about our health coaching subscription service visit: www.patreon.com/courageouswellness
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram @CourageousWellness and visit our website: www.courageouswellness.net to get in touch. 
This episode is brought to you by Milk+Honey.  To receive 15% off your purchase visit www.milkandhoney.com and use code: CWPODCAST (all one word) at checkout! Milk+Honey is a line of non-toxic, effective, and safe bath, body, and skincare products made in small batches in Austin, Texas.
We are so happy to offer our listeners a discount with Recess! A wonderful alcohol alternative or just a fun afternoon treat to keep you calm, cool, and collected. With flavors including, blackberry chai, coconut lime, blood orange, black cherry, peach ginger, and pomegranate hibiscus - they offer 6 and 12 packs, subscriptions, and sampler packs for your enjoyment. To save 15% on all beverages or subscriptions, you can use code "courageous" at checkout when you visit: https://takearecess.co/
Are you interested in becoming a health coach or furthering your nutrition education? We loved our program at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and are happy to offer our listeners a discount on tuition! To receive up to $2000 off tuition (for payments in full and $1000 off tuition for payment plans) you can use our name Aly French or Erica Stein when you enroll. To learn more you can also take a Sample Class, check out the Curriculum Guide, or visit the application page to enroll. 
We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit https://foursigmatic.com/
and use the code: courageous at checkout!

Aly & Erica Answer Fun Wellness Questions + Discuss What They Are Currently Loving in Wellness

Aly & Erica Answer Fun Wellness Questions + Discuss What They Are Currently Loving in Wellness!
To learn more about our health coaching subscription service visit: www.patreon.com/courageouswellness
Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Courageous Wellness! We release new episodes each #WellnessWednesday!
You can also follow us on instagram @CourageousWellness and visit our website: www.courageouswellness.net to get in touch. 
This episode is brought to you by Milk+Honey.  To receive 15% off your purchase visit www.milkandhoney.com and use code: CWPODCAST (all one word) at checkout! Milk+Honey is a line of non-toxic, effective, and safe bath, body, and skincare products made in small batches in Austin, Texas.
We are so happy to offer our listeners a discount with Recess! A wonderful alcohol alternative or just a fun afternoon treat to keep you calm, cool, and collected. With flavors including, blackberry chai, coconut lime, blood orange, black cherry, peach ginger, and pomegranate hibiscus - they offer 6 and 12 packs, subscriptions, and sampler packs for your enjoyment. To save 15% on all beverages or subscriptions, you can use code "courageous" at checkout when you visit: https://takearecess.co/
Are you interested in becoming a health coach or furthering your nutrition education? We loved our program at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and are happy to offer our listeners a discount on tuition! To receive up to $2000 off tuition (for payments in full and $1000 off tuition for payment plans) you can use our name Aly French or Erica Stein when you enroll. To learn more you can also take a Sample Class, check out the Curriculum Guide, or visit the application page to enroll. 
We are so happy to offer our listeners 10% off on all Four Sigmatic superfood coffee and elixirs! For 10% off Four Sigmatic products visit https://foursigmatic.com/
and use the code: courageous at checkout!