The Zest

8. chronic illness, medical trauma & holistic living - part 1

chronic illness, medical trauma & holistic living... oh my! this episode is NOT just for people who suffer from chronic health issues themselves - this hugely valuable episode is for EVERYONE, so please listen in. we dig into what it means to face chronic symptoms, fatigue, pain, the wildly important mental/emotional underside, and we discuss environmental toxins, western vs. eastern medicine approaches, the list goes on! this episode was so juicy that we had to split into 2 parts (see episode 9, which covers specific health stressors and how health can impact our relationships)!

7. aligned autumn - make the rest of the year count!

The pumpkin spice is in the air and the fall candles are flickering... the perfect time to get real on your goals for the rest of 2023! Join me in 'aligned autumn,' a DIY challenge where we pick some new DAILY (yes... every day) habits to carry us into the holidays! In this episode we reflect on some key categories of life (creativity, spirtuality, health/wellness, intellectual, career, social) and evaluate where we want to channel our energy in the coming months. Cuddle up with your journal, a warm beverage, and enjoy!

6. blind trust isn’t bad – the fallacy behind preparing for the worst

It's time to ELIMINATE the fallacy that we should always be "realistic" and "prepare for the worst" ... because who wants to think like that?! Lean into your power and learn why actually EXPECTING the best will pay dividends in your life. Choose the brave option of blind trust and watch as situations unfold to your liking with this impactful mental switch. It's time to reclaim your "blind trust," and honor your inner knowing that everything, in fact, works out for you.

5. the hidden hurdle - your subconscious & self-growth sabotage

Are you ready to build your big, amazing, move-the-needle plans for your dream life? You might be wondering... why the heck is it so hard to get started? Hint: don't feel bad, it's likely your subconscious talking. In this episode Julia examines how your subconscious, and all it's hidden fears/anxieties/worries, often serves as the FIRST hurdle that prevents us from ever truly starting our self-actualization journey. Take this opportunity to expose your subconscious's sneaky sabotage (the unhelpful narratives it tells us on a daily basis) - once you're aware, you can move quickly toward the fullest expression of your soul & your big exciting plans for this lifetime!

4. take a brainspace 'shower' - decision paralysis & your sneaky subconscious

Take a shower? I mean a “mental” shower, so to speak! This episode, Julia breaks down the idea of cleaning out our brain space and combating decision paralysis. Our sneaky subconscious sometimes steers us towards mediocrity and old (non-helpful) habits, but we can learn to overcome it. How? Listen to find out. Hint: we must examine moments when we experience resistance to starting new projects or habits – these are signs we are approaching greatness. It’s time to take action instead of waiting for the perfect solution.