In today's episode, I’m sharing a recording from OVER A YEAR AGO (Jan 2025!), which I recorded when I was living in toxic mold. I walk you through the various practices that I was incorporating into my weekly and daily routines to support my health and healing journey.

From optimizing sleep and detoxing my environment to managing my circadian health and supporting my nervous system, I cover it all. Learn about my diet, exercise routines, and the steps I was taking to minimize exposure to toxins. I also share my personal struggles and victories, including managing lipedema and pre-diabetes.

I’m happy to report that many of these habits have now just become part of my natural routine without even trying! And some of these habits I don’t have to focus on so much anymore. A lot can change in a year :) Plus now that I’m not living in mold anymore, my body is much more receptive to these practices.

00:00 Introduction to My Health Journey

03:11 The Importance of Sleep and Circadian Health

09:06 Detoxing Your Environment

15:55 Supporting Your Body's Detox Processes

20:47 Managing Blood Sugar and Nutrition

29:02 Struggles with Healthy Choices

30:32 Impact of Food and Drink on Health

31:03 Understanding and Caring for the Nervous System

39:23 The Role of Trauma Therapy

45:56 Managing Lipedema

52:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In today's episode, I’m sharing a recording from OVER A YEAR AGO (!), which I recorded when I was living in toxic mold. I walk you through the various practices that I was incorporating into my weekly and daily routines to support my health and healing journey.

From optimizing sleep and detoxing my environment to managing my circadian health and supporting my nervous system, I cover it all. Learn about my diet, exercise routines, and the steps I was taking to minimize exposure to toxins. I also share my personal struggles and victories, including managing lipedema and pre-diabetes.

I’m happy to report that many of these habits have now just become part of my natural routine without even trying! And some of these habits I don’t have to focus on so much anymore. A lot can change in a year :) Plus now that I’m not living in mold anymore, my body is much more receptive to these practices.

00:00 Introduction to My Health Journey

03:11 The Importance of Sleep and Circadian Health

09:06 Detoxing Your Environment

15:55 Supporting Your Body's Detox Processes

20:47 Managing Blood Sugar and Nutrition

29:02 Struggles with Healthy Choices

30:32 Impact of Food and Drink on Health

31:03 Understanding and Caring for the Nervous System

39:23 The Role of Trauma Therapy

45:56 Managing Lipedema

52:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode, Jimbo Someck, founder of "⁠Jimbo’s⁠" shares his perspective on organic food, health, and the deeper values that have guided his business since its inception. He discusses why non-GMO and organic standards matter, how food quality impacts personal health, and the importance of educating consumers about what they put into their bodies. Jimbo also reflects on his own dietary evolution and the commitment it takes to stay aligned with these principles in a constantly changing food landscape.

Jimbo’s is a natural and organic grocery store based in San Diego. Jimbo's is known for its wide selection of high-quality organic produce, natural foods, supplements, and wellness products, with an emphasis on non-GMO, organic ingredients and health-focused offerings. Their stores also feature deli items, a salad bar, and specialty foods that support conscious eating and real-food living.

Connect with Jimbo's:

Follow on Instagram: ⁠@JimbosNaturally⁠

Visit their website: ⁠https://jimbos.com/⁠

Jimbo's Ingredients Standards: ⁠https://jimbos.com/about-us/ingredient-standards/⁠

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 The Origin Story of Jimbo's

02:10 Early Days at the Food Co-op

04:01 Learning Business and Opening the First Store

07:44 Expansion and Challenges

10:11 Commitment to Organic and Non-GMO

18:03 Ingredient Standards and Tough Decisions

21:39 Community Involvement and Business Philosophy

29:00 Personal Health Journey and Veganism

38:36 Future Vision for Jimbo's

44:16 Becca's Journey to Healthy Food

51:19 Closing Thoughts and Podcast Wrap-Up

Becca shares her journey of recovering from mold illness, offering insights on what has and hasn't worked for her. She discusses the importance of leaving a moldy environment, addressing victim mentality, and creating a holistic health foundation. She covers essential steps like remineralizing the body, understanding Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), and managing nervous system dysregulation.

Becca also emphasizes the need for personalized detox protocols, potentially adding in adrenal support, and the use of various tools to improve quality of life.

This episode aims to provide support and practical advice for anyone dealing with mold illness.

00:00 Introduction to Mold Illness Recovery

00:46 Welcome and Episode Overview

01:50 Victim Mentality and Mold Illness

04:16 The Importance of Leaving the Moldy Environment

07:42 Understanding Mold Detox Protocols

11:34 The Role of Minerals in Detox

17:40 Addressing Nervous System Dysregulation

22:10 Adrenal Health and Medication Considerations

23:23 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Becca opens up about her recent breakup, emphasizing the impact it had on her nervous system and personal growth.

She reflects on the importance of facing uncomfortable truths and the bravery required to leave a relationship that no longer serves her well-being.

Sharing insights into her relationship with a kratom-addicted partner, she discusses red flags, the challenges of setting boundaries, and the courage it takes to trust in an uncertain future.

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Purpose

00:04 Opening Up About the Breakup

01:41 Reflecting on Past Relationships

02:58 The Current Relationship and Red Flags

05:46 Understanding Kratom and Its Impact

09:53 The Challenges of Breaking Up

11:30 Finding Strength and Community

14:16 The Importance of Self-Respect and Boundaries

19:15 Embracing Change and Growth

30:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode we welcome Helena Herndon to discuss her work as a sacral oracle, a sexual psychic who gathers information from her body's sexual energy centers.

The conversation expands into the integration of past lives in healing, Helena's personal journey with being highly sensitive, and her experiences of past life remembrances. Helena also delves into human design, explaining its true purpose as a self-awareness and conscious relating system, and clarifying common misconceptions surrounding it.

Connect with Helena:

https://www.helenaherndon.com/

https://www.instagram.com/helenaherndon/

Becca shares a significant life update about deciding to stop taking Vyvanse, a stimulant medication often prescribed for ADHD and binge eating disorder, after 15 years.

She discusses her history with ADHD. She also explores her experience at a healing center, where various tests and treatments revealed underlying thyroid issues, questioning if her ADHD diagnosis was correct.

Detailing her journey of quitting Vyvanse, she describes the physical and emotional changes she's experiencing and the new holistic approaches she's taking to heal her body. This major shift marks a new chapter in her life as she embraces her natural brain and its effects on her podcast and personal life.

00:00 Introduction and Life Update

00:36 Deciding to Stop Vyvanse

01:16 Impact on Daily Life and Podcast

02:52 History with ADHD and Medication

05:02 Exploring Alternative Healing Methods

08:20 Cold Turkey Decision and Initial Reactions

09:38 Reflections and Future Outlook

12:38 Conclusion and Call to Action

Hear from Apurve Mehra about his take on holistic healing and spiritual well-being. This podcast episode isn't just ABOUT healing - it is one that HEALS! (There is even a live-recorded guided meditation in this episode!)

We discuss topics such as the five-body model of healing and the role of identity in our health journeys. Through healing disc sessions and reflecting on the relationship between the soul and conscious awareness, we explore how spiritual practices and modern therapies can come together for complete healing.

This episode will be a transformative experience focused on understanding and embracing the deep inner workings of healing on multiple levels.

0:00 Meet Apurve Mehra (aka Swami Harami)

00:29 Exploring Healing and Spirituality

01:29 The Five Body Model

02:49 The Healing Mission

04:00 Personal Healing Journeys

07:19 Understanding Emotions and Identity

12:30 The Concept of Witnessing

19:06 Transcending the Mind

24:00 Duality and Healing

25:17 The Soul Has No Questions

25:42 Healing Session and Meditation

26:40 Exploring Consciousness and Breath

29:00 Connecting with the Body and Earth

33:13 Healing Techniques and Experiences

43:39 Understanding Heart Rate Variability

46:43 Biogetica: A Healing Collective

52:12 Embracing Healing and Letting Go

53:18 The Power of Silence

54:01 Conclusion and Reflections

Connect with Apurve:

https://www.biogetica.com

https://www.instagram.com/biogetica

https://www.instagram.com/apurve_human

https://www.instagram.com/swami_harami