Trust Your Innersense™ with Joanne Starkman

68 - Survival, Self-Worth, Healing Trauma & Reinvention with Jolie Love Laroux

Surviving What Was Meant To Break Her In this deeply inspiring conversation, Joanne sits down with entrepreneur, hairstylist, public speaker, survivalist, and content creator Jolie Love Laroux. Jolie shares the winding path that shaped her life. From a childhood marked by instability, abuse and homelessness to building successful businesses and creating a life rooted in purpose and self-discovery. With remarkable honesty, she reflects on the loneliness that followed her through much of her early life, while also sharing the profound spiritual experiences that reminded her she was never truly alone. From angelic encounters as a child to an unwavering sense that something greater was guiding her path, Jolie reveals how those unseen forces helped carry her through some of life’s darkest moments. The Journey Back To Self-Worth After years of overcoming obstacles yet still finding herself repeating familiar patterns, Jolie reached a profound turning point. She opens up about the relationships, betrayals and life changes that forced her to look beyond external circumstances and examine the deeper beliefs she held about herself. What followed was a powerful season of self-discovery, where she began rebuilding her life from the inside out, confronting issues of worthiness, and learning to truly choose herself. Her story is a beautiful reminder that healing often begins when we stop looking outward for answers and start turning inward with honesty and compassion. Finding Freedom Through Adventure And Love Jolie also shares the extraordinary experiences that came from competing on Naked and Afraid, where surviving in the wilderness became a mirror for the lessons she was learning in everyday life. From digging wells and building boats to navigating difficult partnerships, the experience revealed a simple but life-changing truth: everything she needed was already within her. She also shares the unexpected love story that unfolded with fellow survivalist and Alone star Dub Paetz, a connection built on mutual respect, resilience and deep personal growth. Together, they now document their adventures through their growing YouTube channels, embracing a life guided by curiosity, freedom and trust. This conversation is a soulful reminder that when we release limiting stories and follow what lights us up, life often becomes more beautiful than we could have planned. Follow Jolie Love Laroux on Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/jolie.laroux] Connect with Jolie Love Laroux on Facebook  [https://www.facebook.com/justjolie.AHU/] Watch Wild Together Adventures on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@wildtogetheradventures] Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Resilience and Transformation 06:04 Spiritual Awakening and Inner Guidance 12:06 The Turning Point: Embracing Self-Improvement 19:43 Defining Moments of 2023 24:57 Facing Fears: The Challenge of Naked and Afraid 31:18 Realizations in Vulnerability: What Survival Teaches Us 37:40 Adventures Ahead: Building a YouTube Channel Together Let’s chat! podcasts@innersensebeauty.com [podcasts@innersensebeauty.com]  Join the Innersense™ Community https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/newsletter-sign-up [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/newsletter-sign-up]  Let’s Stay Connected https://www.instagram.com/joannestarkman [https://www.instagram.com/joannestarkman]  https://www.instagram.com/innersenseorganicbeauty/ [https://www.instagram.com/innersenseorganicbeauty/]  https://www.instagram.com/innersensepro/ [https://www.instagram.com/innersensepro/]  https://www.facebook.com/InnersenseOrganic/ [https://www.facebook.com/InnersenseOrganic/]  https://www.youtube.com/c/InnersenseOrganicBeauty [https://www.youtube.com/c/InnersenseOrganicBeauty]  Clean hair care & body products Use code JOANNE15 to save 15% on first purchases at https://innersensebeauty.com/ [https://innersensebeauty.com/] Want to elevate your salon? (New Pro Clean Color Line) https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/salons [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/salons] https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/education [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/education]

67 - What Your Body Is Trying To Tell You With Dr. Heidi Olson

Healing Begins When We Listen In this deeply grounding conversation, Joanne sits down with longtime chiropractor and integrative wellness practitioner Dr. Heidi Olson to explore what becomes possible when we stop fighting our bodies and start listening to them. Dr. Olson shares the powerful story that first led her to chiropractic care at just 12 years old, when a sudden and debilitating experience left her unable to move, only to walk out of a chiropractor’s office with a completely different understanding of healing. What followed was a lifetime devoted to helping others reconnect with the innate wisdom of their bodies. The Messages Hidden Beneath The Symptoms Together, Joanne and Dr. Olson explore the connection between physical pain, emotional stress, nervous system regulation and the patterns we carry through life. Rather than viewing symptoms as something to silence or fight against, Dr. Olson invites us to see them as messages from the body asking for attention and care. Through stories from her practice and her own healing journey, she shares why true wellness often begins when we become curious about what lies beneath the surface and learn to trust the quiet signals before they become louder ones. Releasing What The Body Has Been Holding The conversation also dives into Dr. Olson’s work with Quantum Neuro Reset Technique (QNRT), a powerful modality designed to help release unresolved stress and stored emotional patterns from the nervous system. From intuitive insights that arrive during patient sessions to her passion for helping people uncover the root causes behind chronic symptoms, Dr. Olson offers a beautiful perspective on healing that is physical, emotional and deeply personal. This episode is a reminder that the body is never working against us. It is always communicating, protecting and guiding us back toward balance. Visit Dr. Heidi in Concord, California  [https://www.drheidio.com/] Check Out Dr. Heidi’s YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@olsonchiropractic5225] Follow Dr. Heidi on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/OlsonChiropractic] Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Healing and Chiropractic Care 06:35 The Journey to Chiropractic: Personal Stories 12:29 Understanding the Body's Communication 19:25 Exploring Quantum Neuro Reset Technique (QNRT) 25:50 Healing Without Drugs: Alternative Therapies 32:27 The Emotional Component of Healing Let’s chat! podcasts@innersensebeauty.com [podcasts@innersensebeauty.com]  Join the Innersense™ Community https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/newsletter-sign-up [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/newsletter-sign-up]  Let’s Stay Connected https://www.instagram.com/joannestarkman [https://www.instagram.com/joannestarkman]  https://www.instagram.com/innersenseorganicbeauty/ [https://www.instagram.com/innersenseorganicbeauty/]  https://www.instagram.com/innersensepro/ [https://www.instagram.com/innersensepro/]  https://www.facebook.com/InnersenseOrganic/ [https://www.facebook.com/InnersenseOrganic/]  https://www.youtube.com/c/InnersenseOrganicBeauty [https://www.youtube.com/c/InnersenseOrganicBeauty]  Clean hair care & body products Use code JOANNE15 to save 15% on first purchases at https://innersensebeauty.com/ [https://innersensebeauty.com/] Want to elevate your salon? (New Pro Clean Color Line) https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/salons [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/salons] https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/education [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/education]

66 - Marie DeJournette on Purpose, Perseverance and Finding Your Calling

Finding Purpose On The Mountain What began as a single climb up Mount Shasta in 2007 became a life-changing path for Marie DeJournette. In this heartfelt conversation, Marie shares how a simple invitation to join Climb Against The Odds opened the door to a deeper connection with Breast Cancer Prevention Partners and a mission that would shape the next chapter of her life. From her early days as a climber to eventually leading outdoor fundraising events around the world, Marie reflects on the powerful intersection of adventure, advocacy, and purpose. The Transformative Power Of Doing Hard Things Over the years, Marie has witnessed hundreds of people step far beyond what they believed was possible. In this episode, she shares inspiring stories of climbers who arrived as complete beginners, breast cancer survivors who defied the odds and individuals who discovered strength they never knew they had. Through these powerful experiences, Marie reflects on the courage, vulnerability and community that emerge when people come together around a shared mission. Her stories are a beautiful reminder that transformation often begins long before we reach the summit. Closing One Chapter, Trusting The Next As Marie prepares for her final Climb Against The Odds and looks ahead to walking the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route through Spain, she reflects on the lessons she's gathered from a lifetime of adventure, advocacy, and service. She shares how this next journey feels especially meaningful, as she will carry her mother’s ashes with her along the trail, honoring her presence every step of the way before scattering the last of them near her grandmother’s hometown. As one chapter comes to a close and another begins, Marie reminds us that the most meaningful journeys are often the ones that connect us more deeply to ourselves, our loved ones and the path unfolding ahead. Join Marie on Instagram  [https://www.instagram.com/adventureye1/] Join Marie on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Adventureye] Connect with Marie on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-dejournette/] Donate to BCPP and Climb Against the Odds Team Innersense [https://donate.bcpp.org/team/798285] Donate to Support Marie’s Walk the Camino for Prevention [https://donate.bcpp.org/fundraiser/6899443] Read Marie’s Blog and Her Upcoming Journey on the Camino [https://adventureye.blogspot.com/] Breast Cancer Prevention Partners Website [https://www.bcpp.org/] Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Marie Desjardinet and BCPP 02:38 Marie’s Journey to Breast Cancer Prevention Partners 04:32 The Evolution from Climber to Event Manager 10:08 Inspiring Stories from Climbers 12:33 Understanding Climb Against the Odds 18:33 Connecting Climbing to Breast Cancer Prevention 21:26 Embodied Advocacy and Photography 23:48 Emotional Reflections on Final Climb 25:29 Fostering Connections and Community 29:46 Exciting Partnerships and Swag 31:48 Preparing for the Camino de Santiago 35:47 Encouragement and Call to Action Let’s chat! podcasts@innersensebeauty.com [podcasts@innersensebeauty.com]  Join the Innersense™ Community https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/newsletter-sign-up [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/newsletter-sign-up]  Let’s Stay Connected https://www.instagram.com/joannestarkman [https://www.instagram.com/joannestarkman]  https://www.instagram.com/innersenseorganicbeauty/ [https://www.instagram.com/innersenseorganicbeauty/]  https://www.instagram.com/innersensepro/ [https://www.instagram.com/innersensepro/]  https://www.facebook.com/InnersenseOrganic/ [https://www.facebook.com/InnersenseOrganic/]  https://www.youtube.com/c/InnersenseOrganicBeauty [https://www.youtube.com/c/InnersenseOrganicBeauty]  Clean hair care & body products Use code JOANNE15 to save 15% on first purchases at https://innersensebeauty.com/ [https://innersensebeauty.com/] Want to elevate your salon? (New Pro Clean Color Line) https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/salons [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/salons] https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/education [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/education]

65 - BONUS EPISODE Building a More Inclusive World Through Barbering with Henry Tribes

Creating Calm In Spaces That Once Felt Overwhelming In this deeply moving conversation, Joanne sits down with barber, educator and inventor Henry Tribes to explore how one simple idea became a powerful act of care for neurodivergent children and their families. What began with a weighted blanket at home slowly evolved into The Weighted Cape, a sensory-informed innovation designed to bring calm, grounding and emotional safety into the haircut experience. Henry shares how his own journey through fatherhood softened his understanding of patience, presence and what it truly means to make someone feel safe in their body. More Than A Haircut, A Sense Of Belonging As Henry began working with neurodivergent children, everything about the haircut experience shifted for him. No longer focused solely on the final result, he focused above all else on care, trust, regulation and emotional safety. Through compassion, deep listening and sensory-safe environments, Henry explains how even something as everyday as a haircut can become deeply healing, not only for the child sitting in the chair, but for the parents carrying years of stress, fear and exhaustion. This conversation beautifully reminds us that true inclusion is not about fixing people; it’s about creating spaces where they can fully belong exactly as they are. Following The Quiet Inner Nudges Toward Purpose Henry also opens up about leaving behind the expectations of corporate success to follow a path that felt far more aligned with his heart and purpose. From teaching sensory-inclusive haircut techniques through the Sensory Society to building Trimmies, a sensory oasis intentionally designed for neurodivergent families, his work is rooted in the belief that healing often begins with the smallest acts of kindness and human connection. This episode is a powerful reminder that when we slow down, lead with compassion and trust those quiet inner nudges, we create ripple effects far bigger than we could ever imagine. How the Weighted Cape Works  [https://theweightedcape.com/pages/how-it-works] Help Fund Sensory-Friendly Haircut Experiences for Neurodivergent Children [https://www.gofundme.com/f/pay-it-forward-fund-a-sensory-haircut-today] Connect with Henry Tribes on Instagram  [https://www.instagram.com/henrytribes/] Follow Trimmy’s World on Instagram  [https://www.instagram.com/trimmysworld/] Sensory Society Friendly Resources [https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?ll=37.92073151227006%2C-109.38296388788964&z=5&mid=1148tFI5gBlTvegGxd8x5kS8nzILnj8o] Read About Henry Tribes in Modern Salon [https://www.modernsalon.com/1097183/something-special-a-sensory-friendly-barber-is-practicing-gentle-grooming] Watch Henry Tribes on KERA News, NPR for North Texas [https://www.keranews.org/news/2026-04-23/north-texas-barbershop-trimmys-weighted-cape-sensory-haircuts-neurodivergent-kids] Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Henry Tribes and His Mission 03:01 The Journey of Becoming a Barber 06:01 The Evolution of Barbering and Personal Growth 09:06 The Impact of Societal Perception on Barbering 12:03 The Importance of Care in Barbering 15:02 Creating Safe Spaces for Neurodivergent Children 17:59 The Birth of the Weighted Cape 21:04 Understanding Neurodivergent Needs in Haircuts 23:32 The Journey Begins: First Experiences with Neurodivergent Clients 26:13 Understanding Sensory-Friendly Haircuts 31:48 Creating Trimmies: A Sensory Oasis 35:00 Fundraising for Sensory-Friendly Haircuts 37:10 Lessons on Humanity and Shared Experience 41:44 A Call to Action: Supporting the Neurodivergent Community Let’s chat! podcasts@innersensebeauty.com [podcasts@innersensebeauty.com]  Join the Innersense™ Community https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/newsletter-sign-up [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/newsletter-sign-up]  Let’s Stay Connected https://www.instagram.com/joannestarkman [https://www.instagram.com/joannestarkman]  https://www.instagram.com/innersenseorganicbeauty/ [https://www.instagram.com/innersenseorganicbeauty/]  https://www.instagram.com/innersensepro/ [https://www.instagram.com/innersensepro/]  https://www.facebook.com/InnersenseOrganic/ [https://www.facebook.com/InnersenseOrganic/]  https://www.youtube.com/c/InnersenseOrganicBeauty [https://www.youtube.com/c/InnersenseOrganicBeauty]  Clean hair care & body products Use code JOANNE15 to save 15% on first purchases at https://innersensebeauty.com/ [https://innersensebeauty.com/] Want to elevate your salon? (New Pro Clean Color Line) https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/salons [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/salons] https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/education [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/education]

64 - Understanding Williams Syndrome: Beauty, Humanity & Connection

Holding Space For The Williams Syndrome Journey In honor of Williams Syndrome Awareness Month, Joanne sits down with Jessica Connor, Dr. Jocelyn Krebs and Dr. Kristin Kouvel for a conversation rooted in compassion, advocacy, and the deeply human experience of raising and supporting individuals with Williams syndrome. Together, they explore the many layers of the diagnosis, from medical complexity and anxiety to the beauty, individuality and emotional depth that lives inside this extraordinary community. This episode gently reminds us that no two journeys ever unfold the same way and that true understanding begins when we move beyond labels and really see the person standing in front of us. The Quiet Knowing Mothers Carry Jessica and Dr. Jocelyn Krebs both reflect on the early moments of motherhood when something inside quietly whispered that their children needed deeper answers. Dr. Jocelyn Krebs shares the surreal experience of being both a genetic researcher studying Williams syndrome and later becoming the mother of a son with the condition herself. Jessica opens up about the long road toward her daughter Ava’s diagnosis and the emotional weight of hearing the words “Williams syndrome” for the very first time. Their stories speak so beautifully to the intuition mothers carry and how inner sense continues to guide even when the path feels uncertain. Finding Hope Through Connection And Care The conversation also moves into Ava’s recent scoliosis journey and the specialized care that surrounded her spinal fusion surgery. Dr. Kristin Kouvel compassionately explains the connective tissue differences tied to Williams syndrome and why scoliosis can become part of the picture for some families. What unfolds throughout this discussion is something deeper than medicine alone. It’s the power of collaboration, advocacy, research and human connection working together in service of a child’s wellbeing. This episode is ultimately a reminder that healing is never just clinical; it’s emotional, communal and rooted in the people willing to walk beside us through it all. Learn More About The Armellino Center of Excellence for Williams Syndrome at the University of Pennsylvania  [https://www.med.upenn.edu/williams-syndrome/] Follow Armellino Center of Excellence for Williams Syndrome on Instagram  [https://www.instagram.com/aceforws/] Visit Outshine Labels Website  [https://outshinelabels.com/] Follow Outshine Labels on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/outshinelabels] Learn more about Dr. Jason Anari | Ava’s Spinal Surgeon  [https://www.chop.edu/doctors/anari-jason-b] Make A Gift to the Armellino Center of Excellence for Williams Syndrome [https://www.med.upenn.edu/williams-syndrome/give-now.html] Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Williams Syndrome Awareness Month 02:14 Understanding Williams Syndrome 10:35 Personal Journeys and Advocacy 18:32 Common Misconceptions about Williams Syndrome 26:26 Supporting Families and Individual Needs 26:53 Understanding the Spectrum of Williams Syndrome 27:55 Navigating Unexpected Medical Complexities 32:47 The Role of ACE and CHOP in Care 35:50 Scoliosis in Williams Syndrome: Key Insights 39:46 Ava's Surgery Journey and Recovery 44:53 Final Thoughts and Lifelong Care for Williams Syndrome Let’s chat! podcasts@innersensebeauty.com [podcasts@innersensebeauty.com]  Join the Innersense™ Community https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/newsletter-sign-up [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/newsletter-sign-up]  Let’s Stay Connected https://www.instagram.com/joannestarkman [https://www.instagram.com/joannestarkman]  https://www.instagram.com/innersenseorganicbeauty/ [https://www.instagram.com/innersenseorganicbeauty/]  https://www.instagram.com/innersensepro/ [https://www.instagram.com/innersensepro/]  https://www.facebook.com/InnersenseOrganic/ [https://www.facebook.com/InnersenseOrganic/]  https://www.youtube.com/c/InnersenseOrganicBeauty [https://www.youtube.com/c/InnersenseOrganicBeauty]  Clean hair care & body products Use code JOANNE15 to save 15% on first purchases at https://innersensebeauty.com/ [https://innersensebeauty.com/] Want to elevate your salon? (New Pro Clean Color Line) https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/salons [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/salons] https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/education [https://innersensebeauty.com/pages/education]