Have you ever been in a situation where you are the expert on something,  yet you are struggling with that very thing? Imagine the terror of being crowned “The Sleep Lady”, but then not being able to sleep! This is the amazing authentic story of my friend Kim West, who comes on the podcast to reveal seven mantras about how we must follow our own intuition and choice for optimal health. Kim West is a mother of two daughters and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Known as The Sleep Lady® by her clients, over the past twenty-five years she has personally helped over 20,000 tired parents all over the world get a good night’s sleep without letting their children cry it out alone. Gentle Sleep Coach® Training and Certification program in 2010--the first and most comprehensive training program in the world. This program was the start of what is now a global industry- Baby and Child Sleep Consultants.  To date, the Gentle Sleep Coach Training and Certification program is available in 4 languages. Kim has appeared on Dr. Phil, Today Show, NBC Nightly News, Good Morning America, TLC’s Bringing Home Baby, and CNN, and has been written about in a number of publications including The Wall Street Journal, Associated Press, Baby Talk,  Parenting, and many others. Mantras: Mantra #1: Everyone needs a different amount of sleep. Mantra #2:   Major medical episodes, such as surgeries, can turn sleep on its head and cause a ripple effect. Mantra #3:  Wellness (sleep included) is not an applied formula. Mantra #4:  Intuition is the key to decoding your own wellness formula. Mantra #5: “Taking a pill” can be done physically, energetically, or metaphorically. Mantra #6: Don't  let anyone stop you from digging deeper when it comes to learning more about your own health. Mantra #7: Share your struggles with the intention of  creating community and helping others More about Kim West Kim West is a mother of two daughters and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or child and family therapist for 27 years. Known as The Sleep Lady® by her clients, over the past twenty-five years she has personally helped over 20,000 tired parents all over the world get a good night’s sleep without letting their children cry it out alone. Kim has appeared on Dr. Phil, Today Show, NBC Nightly News, Good Morning America, TLC’s Bringing Home Baby, and CNN, and has been written about in a number of publications including The Wall Street Journal, Associated Press, Baby Talk,  Parenting, The Baltimore Sun, USA Today, The Telegraph, The Irish Independent and the Washington Post. Kim is the author of three books: “The Sleep Lady’s Good Night, Sleep Tight: Gentle Proven Solutions to Help Your Child Sleep Well and Wake Up Happy”, “ The Good Night, Sleep Tight Workbook” and “The Good Night, Sleep Tight Workbook for Children with Special Needs”. Her first book “The Sleep Lady’s Good Night, Sleep Tight” is in its 3 edition and has sold over 140,000 paperback copies. Dedicated to providing tired parents with excellent sleep advice and coaching while knowing Kim could not help everyone herself, she started the Gentle Sleep Coach® Training and Certification program in 2010--the first and most comprehensive training program in the world. This program was the start of what is now a global industry- Baby and Child Sleep Consultants.  To date, the Gentle Sleep Coach Training and Certification program is available in 4 languages. What’s fun for Kim Dancing!!! LINKS https://sleeplady.com/ http://gentlesleepcoach.com/ Follow her on: http://www.facebook.com/TheSleepLady http://www.pinterest.com/thesleeplady/ Instagram: @thesleeplady

Mountain Mantras: Wellness and Life Lessons

MMP112 - Follow Intuition and Choice for Health (The “Sleep Lady” Kim West)

Welcome to Episode 111 of the Mountain Mantras: Wellness and Life Lessons Podcast. I’m your host, Dr. Kathryn Guylay. Learn more about my work at MakeEverythingFun.com.  Get ready to hear a story that just might change your life.   Today's guest, Jennifer Love, a dear friend and bright light on this planet, tells the story of being knocked off the workhorse just a mere 4 months ago.  She went from not being able to walk and needing emergency surgery to sending me a video of her dancing just as we started the interview.  This interview yields 8 mantras that will allow you to leverage what Jennifer learned during her healing journey so that you can create more magic and healing in your own life. Since Jennifer is a money therapist, she also weaves into the story how emotions have to do with money and how we can harness our emotions and money for a better life.  Jennifer also provides an amazing recipe for Alchemy - “a recipe to turn a pile of crap into a pot of gold”. See below for the recipe. Mantras: Mantra #1:  Show up for others- it matters Mantra #2:  Trust your intuition Mantra #3:  Manage your mindset to create your own reality Mantra #4:  Meet your pain -rather than trying to escape it Mantra #5: Give your own light to your body for healing.  (Jennifer describes the energy work she did on herself during her recovery process) Mantra #6: Don't necessarily accept a diagnosis you don't align with Mantra #7: Create micro intentions on your journey Mantra #8: Find joy in everyday life Jennifer’s “Alchemy recipe” to turn a pile of crap into a pot of gold: - allow yourself to be held and soften - go inside - welcome the pain and here any messages it might have for you - open your arms to the community around you - choose your reality - breathe - vision a brighter better future - manifest your vision into reality Jennifer’s work as a money therapist shows us that when it comes to money, your decisions are 90% based on emotion and 10% based on logic.  Thus the importance of harnessing your emotions. Jennifer's the nature of money show/ podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nature-of-money/id1557047216 The living wealthy quiz on Jennifer's website: www.JenniferLove.com   More about Jennifer Love  Award winning, 5x career entrepreneur with 20+ years under her comfy Keds (she retired her high heels years ago), Jennifer Love is a thought leader with a heart that matches her name. Her degrees, training, and research in human and organizational behavioral psychology are the foundation for her clinical work. She’s currently the visionary CEO of the Living Wealthy Institute, helping world leaders develop a healthy relationship with wealth free from overwhelm and anxiety by following a regenerative money equation for a holistic and nourishing experience. Leaders who know how to raise, manage, grow and contribute money can live soulful, wealthy lives to become allies for future generations to come. She believes ANYTHING is possible while remaining grounded in science and real business practices and hard financial analytics. On a given day, Jennifer can be found diving deep with a leader in a private money therapy session, taking long contemplative walks and hikes through nature, guiding groups of leaders through workshops and retreats, serving as a guest judge for entrepreneurial events like Startup Weekend, speaking on stage as a Wealth Philosopher, in her art studio shaping her artistic magic onto canvas, preparing entrepreneurs how to land a deal on Shark Tank, working behind the scenes on shows like: Biz Fix with Marcus Lemonis, in her writing studio developing a book or paper, meeting with community leaders and government officials, negotiating with investors (she’s helped raise $100M+), advising leaders of Fortune 200 companies and celebrities through her Living Wealthy Model, OR simply being at home enjoying time with her sweetheart John, her fur-baby Maggie, and her adored garden of plants. She is beloved by those around her because she gets results. As a former client once said, “With Jennifer, the only possible outcome is success.” What’s fun for Jennifer Being in nature, conversation with friends, arts

MMP111 - Harness Your Emotions and Money with Jennifer Love

What a delight to share this episode with my friend and longevity superstar Dr. Robyn Benson. We discuss her work in longevity and how you can incorporate regenerative medicine techniques into your wellness routine. We summarize topics with 6 mantras that will help you to create more energy and look and feel 10 years younger. Mantra #1:  Regenerative medicine is all about getting a fresh start. Mantra #2:  Regenerative medicine is about getting more energy from your mitochondria. Mantra #3:  Regenerative medicine includes oxidative medicine which involves employing nutrition, hydration, exercise, mindfulness, and supplements to reduce oxidative stress in the body. Mantra #4: Regenerative medicine involves the detoxification of the body.   Some of Dr. Robyn’s favorite tools include HBOT, sauna, cranial stimulation, and PEMF. She first measures levels of detoxification, looking at hormones, blood work, and stool analysis. See/hear my interview with Dr. Jason Sonners: https://makeeverythingfun.com/podcast/e061-jason-sonners/) See/hear my interview with Sunlighten CEO Connie Zack: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/e101-connie-zack/) Mantra #5: Create a self-care kit. Dr. Robyn suggests emulsified oregano oil, vitamin D, and vitamin C for starters. Dr. Robyn recommends ADP by nutribiotics research: https://shop.bioticsresearch.com/products/adp Mantra #6: Amp up your self-care and longevity routines by including cutting-edge therapies such as PRP, exosomes, ozone therapy, IV therapy, and Prolozone therapy. More about Robyn Benson Dr. Robyn Benson is a Regenerative medicine specialist, author, speaker, and founder of Santa Fe Soul Center for Regenerative Medicine and Destination Regenerate. For 28 years, she has applied her knowledge of PRP, acupuncture, herbs, IV therapies, Ozone, and leading-edge energy medicine to help patients get out of pain, restore sexual function and look and feel 10 years younger naturally. Dr. Benson is the podcast host of Younger, the Art, and Science of Youthful Aging. Robynbenson.com   Destinationregenerate.com What is fun for Dr. Robyn? ● Never evers.  Novelty, things I have never done before.    ● Hanging out with change-makers in the world ● Deep connecting with loved ones ● Dancing to 50, 60s and 70's music ● Traveling to countries exploring new cultures (food, arts....) LINKS robynbenson.com    destinationregenerate.com     Robyn all Social Media robyn@robynbenson.com www.santafesoul.com www.jointheselfcarerevolution.com www.healthytravelbook.com www.healthytravelersummit.com https://www.instagram.com/drrobynbenson/   @drrobynbenson.com https://www.facebook.com/DrRobynBenson https://www.facebook.com/robyn.benson.96?ref=profile http://www.linkedin.com/pub/robyn-benson/b/895/b8b https://twitter.com/#!/RobynBensonDOM https://www.youtube.com/user/robynbensondom https://www.pinterest.com/DrRobynDOM/ Self Care Revolution Social Media Youtube – http://www.youtube.com/user/TheSCRevolution  Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/pages/Self-Care-Revolution/484187181620202  Twitter – https://twitter.com/SelfCareRevo  LinkedIn – http://www.linkedin.com/company/join-the-self-care-revolution

MMP110 - Grow Younger Naturally with Dr. Robyn Benson

What fun to talk to Shawn Wells just following his appearance at the 2021 Sun Valley Wellness Festival in my hometown of Sun Valley, Idaho. Shawn was part of a panel discussion exploring the healing benefits of plant medicines. Our interview covers some philosophical insights that undoubtedly connect his time in Sun Valley with his fantastic recent book, The Energy Formula. You’ll hear that the structure for The Energy Formula came about through an almost magical process. ENERGY is an acronym that stands for Experiment, Nutrition, Exercise, Routine, Growth, and Your Tribe. The book is Shawn’s magnum opus and incorporates hundreds of scientific citations. The book includes chapter summaries, shares a resources guide, and provides a “formulators corner” for each chapter. Shawn wrote- and rewrote- this book during the 2020 covid-19 pandemic. HIs creative endeavors allowed him to turn what was a very fearful and paralyzing situation (for many) into a process to help others. The interview yields 10 “mantras” that will allow you to navigate your life post-pandemic with more grace, health, and fun. Mantra #1: You can be your own best -and worst -critic. Shawn talks about how he balanced these inner voices to create the best version of his book. Mantra #2: You can only give to others from an overflowing cup. Make sure not to deplete your cup and practice self-care and self-acceptance. Mantra #3: Engage your inner child in your creative endeavors. Mantra #4: Consider taking “hustle,” grind,” even “work” out of your vocabulary; can you replace them with “ease,” “flow,” “fun.: and even “play”? Mantra #5: Using the above mantra, shift from “inner work” into “inner play”. Mantra #6: Chase your own “hell yeses”. Mantra #7: Communicating your own needs is essential to the healing process. Mantra #8: Grant yourself grace. Mantra #9: Get past the polarization in today's dialogue; release attachment to something being either “right” or “wrong”. Mantra #10: Release judgment and ask open-ended questions when presented with ideas that differ from your own. More about Shawn Wells Shawn Wells MPH, LDN, RD, CISSN, FISSN is the world’s leading nutritional biochemist and expert on health optimization. He has formulated over 500 supplements, food, beverages, and cosmeceuticals and patented 10 novel ingredients including Teacrine, Dynamine, and Dihydroberberine and is now known as the Ingredientologist - the scientist of ingredients. Formerly a Chief Clinical Dietitian with over a decade of clinical experience, he has counseled thousands of people on innovative health solutions such as keto, paleo, fasting, and supplements. He has also personally overcome various health issues including Epstein-Barr Virus, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, depression, insomnia, obesity, and a pituitary tumor. As a world-renowned thought-leader on mitochondrial health, he has been paid to speak on five different continents. His insights have been prominently featured in documentaries and podcasts like Ben Greenfield and regularly on morning television. His expertise can help any health-conscious individual to better manage stress and experience greater resilience and more energy through utilizing his practical research-backed solutions. His book, "The ENERGY Formula" has been recognized by both USA Today and Forbes as well as an Amazon best-seller in multiple categories. What is fun for Shawn? Doubles volleyball, basketball, music, singing, action/sci-fi, Kenny's Burgers, my dog Maya, and connecting with all the amazing people in this health & wellness space! LINKS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawnwells/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/shawnwells Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Ingredientologist LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingredientologist/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ingredientology Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/Ingredientologist/ THE ENERGY FORMULA BOOK: Book Home Page: http://www.energyformula.com/ Book Bonuses: http://www.energyformulabook.com/ WEBSITE: Downloadable Guides, Blogs: https://shawnwells.com/ Newsletter - Biohacking, Supplements, Keto & more: https://shawnwells.com/ HIRE SHAWN: Formulations and Novel ingredient Design: https://zonehalo.com/

MMP109 - Tap into the Energy Formula with Shawn Wells

I am thrilled to share this interview with Paleofx founder Michelle Norris which yields a whopping 14 mantras to support your wellness and life. We walk through the important lessons of Michelle’s role as a Mama Bear for her own family as well as her company and event, Paelofx. Michelle is a former corporate warrior, trained chef, and multi-potentialite whose personal health issues and struggles with traditional medicine inspired her to upend the way the world tackles health, wellness, and prosperity. Enjoy the show and these amazing mantras: Mantra #1:  Embrace your authentic feminine Goddess aspects (nurturing, vulnerability, receptivity, etc.) to achieve greater success in business and life. Mantra #2: Responding is different than reacting. Reacting is when you are unable to hear/listen to the story and the other person’s point of view.  We talked about a model that suggests that “action” is about recognizing when you are in reaction. You can then move to interaction and proaction in order to co-create for the better good of all. Mantra #3: We can only control our response- everything else is uncertain. Mantra #4: Influence is different than control (and influence is superior to control as there is really no such thing as control). Mantra #5: Triggered moments are the best times to keep one’s mouth shut. Mantra #6: When you are triggered by someone else, try the mirroring exercise from Primal Uprising. Mantra #7: Escaping the zoo is all about keeping an open mind, asking questions, and avoiding fear and polarization. The Primal Uprising Litmus Test questions and the end of each chapter provide provocative questions to help you explore a path to escape the constructs of the Human Zoo. Mantra #8: Each person is sovereign. Mantra #9: Programming starts in childhood and is maintained by fear and polarization. We talked about a conversation between Harry Massey of NES and Dr. Bruce Lipton and the influence of theta brain states (suggestibility of childhood and how we are programmed. This interview also talks about how we can interrupt the program to pursue our desires and dreams. https://poddtoppen.se/podcast/1266259176/energy4life-by-nes-health/48-reprogramming-our-reality-with-dr-bruce-lipton Mantra #10: Find a tribe that will challenge you with an open mind and will hold you accountable for progress. We talked about the difference between the url (online connection) vs. the “irl” (In Real Person). Find out about the next Palelofx.com here: www.paleofx.com. Mantra #11: Divergent ideas create evolution. Mantra #12: Paleo is about (holistically) removing toxins from your life.  Mantra #13: The Paleofx model includes 7 Pillars of Health, as follows:                      1. Physical health 2. Mental health 3. Emotional health 4. Spiritual health 5. Financial health 6. Relational health 7. Tribal health Mantra #14: COVID was a wake-up call that health has to be a priority. More about Michelle Norris Michelle is a former corporate warrior, trained chef, and multi-potentialite whose personal health issues and struggles with traditional medical orthodoxy inspired her to upend the way the world tackles health, wellness, and prosperity. She soon became one of Paleo’s most outspoken evangelists, then co-founded and is now CEO of Paleo f(x)TM, the largest Paleo event in the world. She’s a passionate speaker, motivator, and guiding light to those seeking deliverance from a broken healthcare system and disabled economic system.  Having left the corporate grind far behind, she is now a serial entrepreneur in the health and wellness space, and a tireless firebrand for advancing the Paleo movement; a cultural reawakening of self-empowerment for the 21st century. Having survived the death of her 22-year-old daughter, Michelle knows what it’s like to fight back from an overwhelming loss. Instead of wallowing in self-pity, she used the tragedy as a catalyst for her to “put up or shut up”, and follow through with her vision of leaving the economic status quo behind, and becoming a self-made entrepreneur. All this, at the pit of the housing market crash of 2008. Her belief, you can always find beauty among the ashes. What’s fun for Michelle: Helping someone find the keys to their cell door and get free of their imprisonment in the Human Zoo.  Empowering people to take back their personal sovereignty. LINKS www.paleofx.com/primaluprising www.paleofx.com  www.danamichellenorris.com

MMP108 - Escape the Human Zoo with Michelle Norris

This episode releases at a time when news reports share that many of the US population has gained an average of 10-15 pounds during the time of the COVID19 lockdown. We discuss how putting wellness at the top of your list of priorities is more important than ever. Our guest, celebrity wellness professional, physician, and author Dr. Ann Kulze shares with us some inspiring tips to get us all back on the path to wellness, freedom, and fun. We summarize topics with 5 mantras that will help you to create more energy and vibrancy in your life. Enjoy the show! Mantra #1: COVID is yet another reminder from the universe that we must prioritize wellness. Mantra #2: To create positive change, we can work either top-down (advocacy, policy, etc.) or bottom-up (education, community, etc.). Both Dr. Ann and I work more from the bottom-up approach. See Dr. Ann’s school for wellness: https://school.drannwellness.com Kathryn’s nonprofit for nutrition education: www.MakeEverythingFun.com/nurture Mantra #3: Digital delivery/technology has allowed everyday access to world-class teachers. Ann’s school has a wealth of classes from basic education to specialized classes on sleep, brain health, gut health, and more. Mantra #4: Brain health sets the bar; Dr. Ann refers to the brain as the COO of our wellness team. It weighs only about 2% of total body weight yet uses about 25% of our energy needs/calories. Mantra #5: The gut is the CEO of our wellness team; it regulates appetite, immune function, and inflammation. Dr. Ann refers to a wonderful book by Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, Fiber Fueled: https://www.amazon.com/Fiber-Fueled-Plant-Based-Optimizing-Microbiome/dp/B087L8X7LV/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=fiber+fueled&qid=1621275329&sr=8-1 Don’t miss Dr. Ann’s discussion of how she not only “walks her talk” when it comes to wellness, she runs! Here about a typical day in the life of Dr. Ann. More about Dr. Ann Kulze Dr. Ann is a best-selling author, physician, and highly sought motivational speaker in the areas of nutrition and healthy living. She received her undergraduate degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition from Clemson University and her medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina, where she received numerous academic honors and graduated as the valedictorian of her class. With her formal training in both nutrition and medicine, along with extensive “hands on” experience as a wife, mother of 4, and expert in the kitchen, Dr. Ann has distinguished herself as a one-of-a-kind “real world” nutrition and wellness authority. Dr. Ann is the author of six books including her best-selling, award-winning Eat Right for Life series. She has been featured in many national media outlets including the Dr. Oz show, Oprah and Friends Radio, Time Magazine, USA Weekend, NPR, and Prevention Magazine, amongst many others. Hundreds of businesses, including some of the country’s most prestigious medical centers, have used her books to guide their employees to better health. With her online Healthy Living School and her e-courses, she is taking her unmatched ability to inspire and educate to even greater heights. What’s fun for Dr. Ann: Adventures in Nature - hiking, fly-fishing, kayaking. LINKS https://www.instagram.com/drannwellness/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/drannwellness/ https://school.drannwellness.com https://drannwellness.com

MMP107 - Find Fun and Freedom in Wellness with Dr. Ann Kulze

Episode Title: Experience Everyday Awakening with Sam Liebowitz In this episode, you’ll learn ten powerful mantras about how you can bring more joy and presence into your everyday life. We are joined by Sam Liebowitz, known as The Conscious Consultant. Sam is also a facilitator, mentor, speaker, healer, and serial entrepreneur. Sam weaves in powerful tips for raising your awareness and consciousness as we talk through lessons from his recent #1 best-selling empowerment book, Everyday Awakening. Here are the ten mantras from the show: Mantra #1: Life happens for us, not to ss. Mantra #2: Pain comes from loss and because of our attachments. We discuss a process that Sam facilitates with Laurie Seymour on “letting go of attachments”. Please see my recent interview with Laurie on the Positive on Publishing Podcsat about Cultivating Your Creative Intelligence: https://makeeverythingfun.com/podcast/eo83-laurie-seymour/ Mantra #3: Letting go of attachments can open up the door to freedom. Mantra #4: Loss is transformation. Mantra #5: Don’t judge your experiences as either “good” or “bad”. Mantra #6: Presence is the key to connection. Mantra #7: Failure is how we learn. Mantra #8: We are not broken, and we don't need to be fixed. Mantra #9: We are all perfectly imperfect Mantra #10: Enjoy the journey. More about Sam Liebowitz Sam Liebowitz, known as The Conscious Consultant, is a facilitator, mentor, speaker, healer, serial entrepreneur and author of the #1 best-selling empowerment book, Everyday Awakening. He has been in business since 1993 and has owned several successful businesses. His current ventures include Talking Alternative Broadcasting, and Double Diamond Wellness in Manhattan. Sam has lectured in several venues in New York City, including being a featured speaker at TEDxUpperWestSide in 2016. What’s fun for Sam: Fun: Surprising people when they least expect it! Links www.TalkRadio.nyc www.TheConsciousConsultant.com www.EverydayAwakeningBook.com

MMP106 - Experience Everyday Awakening with Sam Liebowitz

Sit tight on your meditation mat and put a smile on your face. I believe you’ll enjoy this interview with the founder of Ziva Meditation, Emily Fletcher. We move through 8 mantras that will help you to “Stress Less, Accomplish More” (the title of Emily’s bestselling book) in your daily life. Emily’s definition of “mantra” is different from how I use mantras to create take-aways from the show, so listen for her special description of how she uses mantras in her Ziva meditation practice (as a “mind vehicle”). I might have butchered this Chinese Proverb during the interview, but Emily and I don’t shoot for perfection in our fun and lighthearted conversation. Here is the proverb as described just slightly more accurately: “When there is light in the soul, there is beauty in the person. When there is beauty in the person, there is harmony in the house. When there is harmony in the house, there is order in the nation. When there is order in the nation, there is peace in the world." ~ Chinese Proverb Here are the eight mantras from our discussion: Mantra #1: Happiness is an inside job. Mantra #2: Don't get stuck in the “I'll be happy when” syndrome. I discuss this also in episode 96 with “play expert” Jeff Harry: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/e096-jeff-harry/ Mantra #3: Be selfish. (Emily discusses the happy wife=happy life, and happy mom-happy home sayings. Also, there is nothing very sexy about being a martyr.) Mantra #4: Don't suffer in silence. (You’ll love Emily’s description of her very special “Suffy Awards”. Mantra #5: Stress makes you stupid, sick, and slow. Meditation is a wonderful solution. Mantra #6: Feel to heal. This includes kiddos too, and there is a wonderful connection between Emily’s work with Ziva Kids and what recent guest Finnian Kelly talked about when he said “if there is one thing we should teach kids in school, it is how to feel). See Finnian’s interview here: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/e103-finnian-kelly/ Mantra #7: Overcome the “I can’t do it” obstacle, otherwise know as the “I’m a meditation failure”. Mantra #8: Let meditation bring you abundance. Manifestation is the yummy dessert of the Ziva Meditation technique. The “appetizer” is mindfulness, while the “main course” is meditation. More about Emily Fletcher Emily Fletcher is the founder of Ziva Meditation and the leading expert in meditation for performance. She has taught over 40,000 people the skill of meditation. She is an international speaker and author. Her best-selling book, Stress Less, Accomplish More, debuted at #7 out of all books on Amazon and has been translated into 12 languages. The New York Times, Good Morning America, The Today Show, Vogue, and ABC have all featured Emily’s work. She’s been named one of the top 100 women in wellness to watch and has spoken at Apple, Google, and Harvard Business School. Ziva graduates include Oscar, Grammy, & Emmy award winners, Navy SEALS & NBA players. The Ziva Technique is a powerful combination of mindfulness, meditation, and manifesting designed to help you get better at life, not meditation. What’s fun for Emily: One-song dance parties; seeing my students’ successes; getting better at life! LINKS Website: zivameditation.com/online; IG @zivameditation; FB: join us in the Ziva Community group; Book: https://stresslessthebook.com/

MMP105 - Make Meditation Fun with Emily Fletcher

In this episode, we Make Brain Waves Fun. With our guest, Dr. Jackie Kilraine, we explore more about genetics/epigenetics and precision medicine to optimize the human system. This interview is part of a series that includes interviews with Aperion founders Dr. Dan Stickler and Dr. Mickra Hamilton, genetics panel creators David Krantz (endocannabinoids) and Andrea Lahti (neurotransmitters), and Apeiron medical provider Ryan Lester. Today’s guest, Dr. Jacke Kilraine, is the Director of Neurotechnolgoies at Aperion Zoh and the CEO of Expressing Optima. Dr. Jackie covers neurofeedback, sleep, gamma, and much more, through the process of sharing seven mantras: Mantra #1: Neurofeedback is about training the brain through its reward system (and it is work!). Mantra #2: Audio Visual Entrainment (AVE), on the other hand, is passive. Dr. Jackie mentions the MindAlive system, and we also mention Lucia Light: MindAlive: https://mindalive.com/ Lucia: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/e083-allison-pelissier/ Mantra #3: All brain waves have their purpose and function. Mantra #4: The gateway to Gamma is through Theta. “Theta is the Magic Carpet to Gamma.” Mantra #5: Gamma waves are associated with creativity (“aha” moments) as well as healing (Dr. Kilraine discusses studies that show that Gamma waves can reduce amyloid plaques in the brain). Mantra #6: COMT is a high-impact SNP ( single nucleotide polymorphism). We discuss the Warrior vs Warrior terminology. See more at this link: https://nutritiongenome.com/are-you-a-warrior-or-a-worrier-exploring-the-influence-of-comt/ Mantra #7: A holistic approach can solve multiple things at once while bringing more joy to life. More about Dr. Jackie Kilraine Dr. Jackie Kilraine is highly skilled at solving complex problems using a very individualized approach. This approach is designed to restore energy, remove fear, regain clarity and help clients look and feel ten years younger. She is the Director of Neurotechnologies at Apeiron Zoh and the CEO of Expressing Optima and Healthybox.me and her nonprofit, The Free Brain Initiative. She is the author of the Expressing Optima journal which is part of her Rediscovering You program and co-author of the Codes of Longevity. Rediscovering You is designed for women to reclaim their joy and passion and to live life to the fullest to enhance their own life as well as the lives of those they love and serve. Dr. Jackie is the proud mother of 3 amazing boys and shares her home with her dogs Luna and Stella and three curious cats. She loves to do anything outdoors especially if it involves water. LINKS https://expressinghealth.com/ https://www.facebook.com/ExpressingOptima Research: https://www.georgiacompanyregistry.com/companies/the-free-brain-initiative-inc/ https://www.facebook.com/fibrochiro/videos/discover-epigenetics-with-dr-jackie-kilraine/290823498186794/ https://expressinghealth.com/videos/ What’s fun for Jackie: Kayaking, floating, hiking, new challenges

MMP104 - Train Your Brain with Dr. Jackie Kilraine

This episode was recorded from “mountain” to “mountain” with Finnian in Aspen, CO, and Kathryn in her hometown of Sun Valley, ID. We bring you nine mantras to create more intentionality into your life, including more intentional relationships, leadership, and love. Finnian reminds us that the time for Intentionality is NOW; the world is changing at a rapid pace and our roles as humans are also shifting. The new generations will be charged with the task of creating sustainable peace and wellbeing on our planet. Here are the nine mantras for a more intentional life: Mantra #1: Don’t put your own pressure/projection on to the younger generation (let them make their own choices) Mantra #2: Be careful of your language, even if it is positive (as it can create labels and even “conditional love”) Mantra #3: Life is not linear, and there is no rush! Mantra #4: Take out your emotional “garbage” on an ongoing basis (don’t suppress emotions) Mantra #5: Use “tools” to release and process emotions: 1) shaking/movement, 2) breathwork, 3) meditation, 4) emotional clearing, 5) grounding, and 6) serotonin-building sunlight. Mantra #6: Think of spirituality purely as a way to know yourself better. Spirituality is also a means to experience the wonders of life. Mantra #7: Be open, not rigid (see tools in Mantra #5) Mantra #8: Use curiosity to connect across the generational gaps Mantra #9: Choose love over fear. This link discusses the “map of consciousness” and tells the story of the “pond skim”: https://makeeverythingfun.com/thoughts-map-conciousness/ More about Finnian Kelly Finnian Kelly is a world-renowned keynote speaker on Intentionality, a retreat facilitator, and a 1:1 Executive Coach. He has been dubbed the ‘Business Mystic’ and is the creator of Intentionality.com, a unique framework Finnian uses to guide people to be purposeful and aligned in their beliefs, thoughts, and behaviors so they can feel more love in their lives. As an entrepreneur, Finnian built and exited two multi-million dollar companies in the financial industry. He’s the Creator and Chief Visionary Officer of Intentionality.com and also a retreat facilitator providing entrepreneurs with unique, mind-shifting experiences so they can awaken and connect deeply with their business and their true self. As an Undercover Angel in the popular National Geographic documentary series, he was dropped into an underprivileged community to discover their core issues, build trust and come up with a project that would support their needs. He funded the entire program himself and worked with community leaders to form a family education center in Fakulteta, Bulgaria. LINKS https://www.finniankelly.com/podcast https://www.finniankelly.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/finnkelly1 https://twitter.com/thefinnkelly?lang=en https://www.intentionality.com/

MMP103 - Commit to a Life of Intentionality with Finnian Kelly

In this episode, we continue our series on genetics/epigenetics and optimization of the human system. This series includes interviews with Aperion founders Dr. Dan Stickler and Dr. Mickra Hamilton, genetics panel creator David Krantz, Aperion medical provider and peptide expert Ryan Lester, and neurotransmitter panel creator Andrea Lahti (today’s interview). As we did in the David Krantz interview (specific to endocannabinoids), we dive into an actual analysis of genetic data (mine, about my brain!) and how it informs us about actions to optimize the human system. We have six mantras from the show. Mantra #1: Neurotransmitters are like an orchestra creating a symphony in the brain. Mantra #2: The obstacles to having one’s individual genes analyzed (cost, access) are getting lower and lower every day. Mantra #3: There is no such thing as a “depression gene” (our brains and emotions are much more complex than that). Mantra #4: A genetics analysis is not scary- it can in fact be validating. Mantra #5: An epigenetics coach incorporates the client’s goals as the basis for a genetics read with epigenetics interventions. Mantra #6: The Neurotransmitter panel from Aperion and NeuroEpiGenetix/ Andrea Lahti includes 20 biochemical signals that helps an individual better understand their brain: Seratonin Dopamine Epinephrine norepinephrine Histamine Glutamine Gaba Glycine Acetylcholine Anandamide Cytokines Endorphins Enkephline Prodynorphin (Dynorphin) Nociceptin Neuropeptide S Neuropeptide Y Oxytocin Adenosine Nitric Oxide. Andrea has spent years developing this panel and has focused recently on the complexity and yet simplicity of serotonin. Researchers have known for decades that sunlight affects serotonin, as it's the oldest neurotransmitter in living organisms. Yet, how many psychiatrists prescribe sunlight? From Andrea: “Being in the mental health field, I can tell you I haven't heard of any of them prescribing sunlight or blue light exposure, but it really does help people.” More about Andrea Lahti Andrea Lahti is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Epigenetic Coach. She studied genetics and ethics as an undergrad at the University of South Carolina, then pursued her Masters in Social Work at the University of North Carolina, to gain skills in being an informative and protective liaison between cutting-edge technology and people’s everyday lives. She has years of experience as a medical social worker to help people balance emotional, mental and physical aspects of their health. Recently, she completed a state-of-the-art genetic panel for neurotransmitter insight - the NeuroEpiGenetix panel - to help guide clients in balancing everything from mental and emotional to physical health. She uses a systems approach to provide a mix of state-of-the-art technology, education, products and services to help people understand the way their bodies and minds function so they can make changes that will help them feel their best. What’s fun for Andrea: Pushing yourself beyond what you think are your limits and being successful (and safe)! For me, that includes running, driving motorcycles, mountain biking, skiing, and hang gliding. LINKS www.buildmolecularhealth.com https://www.facebook.com/buildwellness/?ref=py_c&__xts__=68 Peak Xpression on FB

MMP102 - Neurotransmitters & Human System Optimization with Andrea Lahti

In this episode, we talk with “glow getter” Sunlighten CEO Connie Zack. She shines through the interview as we discuss the touching genesis story of Sunlighten (her brother’s healing journey from mercury poisoning), the unique healing aspects of infrared light, and the incorporation of sound healing into the Sunlighten sauna system. We have four powerful mantras from the show. Mantra #1: Healing can be fun and comfortable Mantra #2: Healing can be effortless Mantra #3: Healing can be accessible to all - IF we can be creative Mantra #4: Surround yourself with people that fill up your bucket More about Connie Zack Connie Zack started Sunlighten in a basement in 2002. Along with her husband Aaron, they have grown the business dramatically over the last 16 years. Today, from its Overland Park Kansas headquarters, Sunlighten develops, designs, and retails infrared light therapies. The company's unique patented Far Infrared technology, and more recently 3 in 1 Infrared light therapies, are globally transforming wellness. Sunlighten headquarters is also home to Sunlight Day Spa, a premium customer-centric spa experience with focus on holistic healing. Connie is a St. Louis MO native, and received her Bachelor of Arts in Spanish from Indiana University and also studied Italian and French. Connie has always had a passion for communication and does not believe language should be a barrier. Connie and Aaron reside in Leawood KS with their two boys, Hudson and Aiden. LINKS Information about Sunlighten saunas: https://www.sunlighten.com/?leadsource=MakeEverythingFun&utm_source=MakeEverythingFun&utm_medium=Partner&utm_campaign=MakeEverythingFun Sound healing book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1570629552/ Next human book (Connie’s brother’s book): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1634438566/ Krisstina Wise Episode: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/e097-krisstina-wise/ Mary Shores Episode: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/e092-mary-shores/ Lisa Williams Episode: https://makeeverythingfun.com/radio/e087-lisa-rudy-williams/ More about the healing power of sweating: https://makeeverythingfun.com/sweat-tips-for-surviving-covid/

MMP101 - Be Intentional about Wellness (Sunlighten CEO Connie Zack)

In this episode, we continue our series on genetics/epigenetics and precision medicine to optimize the human system. This series includes interviews with Aperion founders Dr. Dan Stickler and Dr. Mickra Hamilton, genetics panel creators David Krantz (endocannabinoids) and Andrea Lahti (neurotransmitters), and today’s guest and Apeiron medical provider Ryan Lester. Ryan is a healthcare provider on the forefront of the rapidly evolving field of health optimization and human longevity. Ryan also knows how to have fun. Here are some of his favorite fun activities:: -Talking all things health optimization and longevity -Watching and playing sports -Learning how to learn -Teaching -Playing with children and dogs -Listening to music -Watching live music -Watching movies -Laughing with friends -Hiking and experiencing nature -Pushing myself physically -Training for a physical goal -Traveling to new places We have six powerful mantras from the interview. Mantra #1: Recognize words in the vocabulary of the evolved health provider: “spiritual” and “soul” are examples Mantra #2: Focus on the four pillars for optimal epigenetic interventions (links provided by Kathryn based on recent blogs and info) 1) sleep 2) stress (this blog is about spiritual practices to manage stress) 3) nutrition 4) exercise Mantra #3: Incorporate genetic data to allow for customization of supplements, peptides and more precision interventions Mantra #4: Look at the right data points before making a pharmaceutical intervention (our discussion on cholesterol and looking at 1) LDL particle number, 2) APO-B, which is a proxy for LDL particle number, and 3) Lp (a). Mantra #5: Start early when it comes to precision medicine (Ryan recommended individuals in their early 20s); traditional panels could be catching symptoms over a decade too late Mantra #6: Start with each individual’s goals for precision medicine (what is their “why”). More about Ryan Lester Ryan has been a Physician Assistant for over a decade and is on the forefront of the rapidly evolving field of health optimization and human longevity. He received his medical degree at Rochester Institute of Technology. Over the last decade he has specialized in Emergency Medicine, Orthopedic and Joint Reconstruction Surgery. He has studied Dietary Epigenetics at Stanford University, is a certified Epigenetic Coach and holds a certification in the clinical application of advanced peptide therapies. He has partnered with The Apeiron Center for Human Potential in Austin, TX in working with clients to elevate their health and well being through genomics based, Precision Performance Medicine that leverages the latest in cutting edge genetic/epigenetic science, nervous system assessments, blood analysis, biometric monitoring, hormone optimization, and lifestyle design. LINKS https://www.elevatewithryan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ryanlesterapeironaustin/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-d-lester/

MMP100 - Live Well (to 150) With Precision Medicine (Ryan Lester)

In this episode, we continue our series on genetics/epigenetics and optimization of the human system. We feature Dr. Dan Stickler and Dr. Mickra Hamilton, the founders of Aperion Zoh. This series includes interviews with genetics panel creators David Krantz (endocannabinoids) and Andrea Lahti (neurotransmitters), as well as Austin center Aperion medical provider and peptide expert Ryan Lester. We have six powerful mantras from the show: Mantra #1: Humans are evolving based on wellness optimization and complex systems (be open to transformation) Mantra #2: The evolved human requires a healthcare system that is not broken (our current system is broken and may not be fixable) Mantra #3: Change is not linear Mantra #4: When it comes to genetics, the important word is “variation” (not “mutation”!) Mantra #5: Genetic information does not have to be scary; it can in fact be validating and positively motivating Mantra #6: Transformation must start now so that we can help future generations for the sake of humanity More about Dr. Hamilton and Dr. Sticker Dr. Mickra Hamilton is CEO & Co-Founder of Apeiron Zoh Corporation, a Precision Performance Ecosystem that Curates Limitless Expression. A Systems Designer and creative disruptor in the field of Precision Human Performance she informs a new paradigm of what is possible for human flourishing and purposeful evolution. Dr. Hamilton speaks internationally on the focus areas of the epigenetics of the human system and environment, breathing science, conscious leadership and peak psychophysiological performance. A decorated retired Colonel, Hamilton spent 30 years in the USAFR, as a Systems Strategist and Human Performance Subject Matter Expert. Leveraging this experience she works with a complex systems approach for data driven precision to optimize human and corporate performance and potential. Her contributions assist aware individuals, conscious corporations and international organizations to create system enhancements which drive impact and create global change. Genetics and epigenetic lifestyle strategies along with scientific research, advanced biologics and leading edge technologies are key components of this approach. These powerful strategies target the physiological, emotional, mental, and energetic aspects of the “human system” to enhance life, improve relationships with the internal and external environment and impact the collective environment. Dr. Hamilton leverages thirty years of experience in the field of psychoacoustics for research and development activities in Apeiron’s R & D Division. Current development focuses on 3-D soundscape/naturescape virtual reality programming and breath/heart/brain entrainment to restore systems equilibrium and create beneficial shifts in states of consciousness. Apeiron’s acoustic research aims to create advanced technology that works with the “human system” to restore resonance and propel the advancement of human evolution. Dr. Daniel L. Stickler is the Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of The Apeiron Center for Human Potential and Chief Science Officer for Apeiron Academy. He is the pioneer behind systems-based precision performance medicine, a new paradigm that re-defines medicine from the old symptoms based disease model to one of limitless peak performance in all aspects of life. A physician to high-performing executives and entrepreneurs who want to upgrade their current state, he’s also an author, speaker, blogger and podcaster. He is the Medical Director for the Neurohacker Collective, a Google consultant for wearable technology, epigenetics, and AI in healthcare and a guest lecturer at Stanford University on Epigenetics in Clinical Practice. In 2008, a new world opened through the lens of genetics and epigenetics and his near obsession like fascination of the potentials for personalized human systems design led to the realization that we truly have the ability within us to take charge of our destiny and become the architects of our evolution. Links Apeiron Zoh: https://apeironzoh.com/ Apeiron-certified coaches: https://apeironzoh.com/coaches/

MMP099 - Hope, Love and Holistic Medicine (Dr. Mikra Hamiton and Dr. Dan Stickler)

In this episode, we start our series on genetics/epigenetics and optimization of the human system. This series includes interviews with Aperion founders Dr. Dan Stickler and Dr. Mickra Hamilton, genetics panel creator David Krantz (today’s interview on endocannabinoids) genetics panel creator Andrea Lahti (upcoming interview on neurotransmitters), and Aperion medical provider and peptide expert Ryan Lester. Today’s guest is David Krantz. He is an award-winning health innovator and Epigenetics coach. What’s fun for David: Life! getting to experience all the facets of it and continue to break down the illusion of internal/external and self/non-self. We have four powerful mantras from the show. Then we dive into an actual analysis of genetic data (mine!) and how it informs us about actions to optimize the human system. Mantra #1: Be open to nudges from the universe. Mantra #2: Recognize that epigenetics coaching is a fun form of biohacking. Mantra #3: Embrace the idea of fine-tuning the human system through customized epigenetics coaching. Mantra #4: Remember that genetics are not your destiny. Epigenetics empowers you to take control of your health and life. Video demonstration where we walk through the endocannabinoid genetic panel: INSERT More about David Krantz David Krantz is a certified Epigenetic Coach and sought-after expert in the field of individualized nutrition and peak performance. David is best known for developing a test in collaboration with Apeiron Genomics that helps people understand their unique response to cannabinoids. He was nominated in 2019 as a Top 100 Health innovator by the International Forum For Healthcare Advancement and in 2020 launched a comprehensive training program on cannabis nutrigenetics for health practitioners and industry professionals. A lifelong musician, David sees the various systems of the body as parts of a complex symphony and has a passion for helping people fine-tune those parts to create resonant health and wellness. Links https://david-krantz.com IG: @wholesystemshealth https://cannaDNA.education Apeiron-certified coaches: https://apeironzoh.com/coaches/

MMP098 - Cannabinoids & Human System Optimization with David Krantz

Kathryn Kemp Guylay, MBA, CNC (Certified Nutritional Counselor) shares inspiration and actionable advice for your happier, healthier and more successful life. The Mountain Mantras: Wellness and Life Lessons Podcast features today’s leaders in the wellness industry as well as successful entrepreneurs and business visionaries. Each show highlights a mantra or set of mantras that listeners can follow and integrate into their days in to reach greater heights in their careers and personal lives. Kathryn is an author, wellness coach and entrepreneur that has escaped the corporate office to enjoy skiing, hiking and exploring the mountains of Sun Valley, Idaho in between her working hours. She is also a parent and occasionally weaves parenting advice and insights about the changing world of education into her mantras. Let the Mountain Mantras: Wellness and Life Lessons Podcast inspire you to reach for your dreams in wellness, life and business success.

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