Feeling overwhelmed by the endless demands of entrepreneurship? Yearning for a practice that quiets your racing mind without requiring another thing on your to-do list? This episode introduces a centuries-old contemplative practice that's surprisingly perfect for modern businesswomen.

I'm joined by Natasha Morisawa, a licensed marriage and family therapist who specializes in mindfulness approaches, trauma healing, and labyrinth facilitation. We dive into the fascinating world of labyrinth walking—not as some esoteric spiritual practice, but as a practical, accessible way to restore balance to an overwhelmed entrepreneurial mind.

Natasha clarifies the crucial difference between mazes (designed to confuse) and labyrinths (designed to center), explaining how the sacred geometry found in labyrinth patterns works with our neurobiology to calm our nervous systems. She shares her personal journey to labyrinth walking during her father's illness, when her usual meditation practice stopped working and she needed something more embodied. For female entrepreneurs specifically, labyrinth walking offers a rare gift: a space where you can temporarily stop making decisions and simply follow the path, allowing your intuition—often drowned out by the noise of business demands—to resurface.

What makes this practice especially valuable is its accessibility. Whether through physical labyrinths in your community (findable through labyrinthlocator.com), portable canvas versions, finger labyrinths you can print at home, or even digital apps, this contemplative practice can fit into your life regardless of location or time constraints. Ready to discover how walking in circles might be exactly what your business—and your wellbeing—needs right now? Listen, subscribe, and let us know how labyrinth walking works for you!

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Episode Title: Holistic Harmony: Exploring Ayurveda Wellness for Mind & Body with Gauri Jannarkar

In this enlightening episode of "Wellness and Wealth," host Wendy Manganaro welcomes Gauri Jannarkar, a renowned Ayurveda and wellness expert, to explore the profound connection between mind and body through the ancient practice of Ayurveda. Gauri, the founder of Ayurnutrition, shares her journey from growing up with Ayurveda in India to becoming an international keynote speaker and author.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The holistic approach of Ayurveda, focusing on personalized nutrition, lifestyle, stress management, and gut health.
• The significance of dosha types and how they influence your wellness journey.
• The healing power of turmeric and insights from Gauri's research on curcumin's effects on melanoma.
• Warning signs that indicate a need for Ayurvedic wellness, especially during life transitions like menopause.
• Practical tips for integrating Ayurveda into a busy lifestyle.
• How to access a free eBook with five simple lifestyle changes.

Tune in to uncover how Ayurveda can transform your health and wellness journey, and take the first step towards a balanced and nourishing life.

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This episode centers on the vital connection between mindset, wellness, and visibility for women entrepreneurs. We discuss the transformative power of collaboration and challenge the societal narratives that inhibit female visibility, emphasizing the importance of self-love and breaking the cycle of self-doubt.

• The significance of visibility in entrepreneurship
• Collaboration as a pathway to empowerment
• Overcoming the scarcity mindset and embracing sisterhood
• Understanding and addressing the roots of imposter syndrome
• Strategies for enhancing visibility and self-trust
• Taking actionable steps toward authentic presence and connection
• Importance of self-love and inner reflection in business success

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