In this episode of the Health and Wellness Coach Journal Podcast, Dr. Jessica Singh interviews Dr. Sarah Wittry, DO, a hospice and palliative care physician, wife, and mom of four. Through her platform, Vibrant Humans, she helps women reclaim their time, energy, and joy. Her mission is to support women in creating a more vibrant, balanced life aligned with what truly matters to them.

In this episode, Dr. Wittry shares her personal journey of navigating infertility, adoption, anxiety, and burnout while balancing the demanding roles of physician and mother. She opens up about recognizing red flags of misalignment, embracing her core values, and finding small yet impactful ways to bring more intentionality and joy into her life. Sarah offers practical advice for coaches and healthcare providers on cultivating emotional awareness, setting boundaries, and supporting their clients and patients in creating values-driven lives. Her story and strategies provide a powerful example of how authenticity and small changes can lead to transformative outcomes.

Listen in to discover how you can integrate these insights to align your life with what truly matters and inspire others to do the same.

For detailed shownotes, resources, and information to connect with Dr. Wittry, visit: https://www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com/blog/small-shifts-big-impact-aligning-core-values-with-dr-sarah-wittry

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction

1:37 - Dr. Wittry’s Journey to Aligning Her Work With Her Values

6:07 - Raising Awareness and Taking Small Steps: The Path To Meaningful Change

8:38 - Warning Signs of Misalignment

11:00 - Redefining the Narrative & Overcoming Burnout

16:04 - Innovating Paths to Fulfillment

19:43 - Tangible Steps to Align Your Life With Your Values

26:33 - Takeaways

In this episode of the Health and Wellness Coach Journal Podcast, Dr. Jessica Singh interviews Michelle Trudel, NBC-HWC—a dynamic coach whose practice is rooted in the philosophy of empowerment self-defense as a lifestyle. Michelle brings a rich tapestry of expertise as a certified Empowerment Self-Defense instructor, boxing fitness trainer, Yoga Alliance-certified meditation teacher, and a dedicated student of herbalism under the renowned Rosemary Gladstar. She also brings her experience as a Radical Remission workshop leader to her transformative coaching practice.

In this episode, Michelle shares her journey into coaching, blending her expertise in health and wellness, self-defense, and trauma-informed practices. Michelle explains how coaching through the lens of empowerment self-defense nurtures self-empowerment by creating safe, nonjudgmental spaces for clients to access their own wisdom as they navigate their health and healing journeys. Together, Dr. Singh and Michelle discuss how coaching has the potential to help bridge gaps in health care.

In this episode, listeners will gain valuable insights into empowering your clients through tailored coaching techniques, cultivating trauma awareness, and helping individuals unlock their personal “superhero tool belt."

Whether you’re a seasoned coach or just starting your journey, this episode offers valuable tools and inspiration to deepen your impact.

For detailed shownotes, resources, and information to connect with Michelle visit: https://www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com/blog/coaching-through-the-lens-of-empowerment-self-defense-with-michelle-trudel

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Timestamps

0:00 - Introduction

1:23 - Michelle's Journey To Becoming A Coach

3:20 - Michelle's Holistic Alignment With Coaching As A Means Of Self-Defense

7:39 - Coaching Has The Potential To Bridge Gaps In Health Inequity

10:46 - Coaching Helps Support Patients To Navigate The Health Care System

12:48 - Coaching Calls For A Shift In The Health Care Paradigm

18:10 - Coaching Through The Lens Of Empowerment Self-Defense

21:35 - Finding Your Coaching Niche

26:27 - The Importance Of Coaching With Trauma Awareness

29:41 - Resources

31:38 - Takeaways

In this episode of the Health and Wellness Coach Journal Podcast, Dr. Jessica Singh interviews Shonda Palmer, NBC-HWC, founder of Shonda Palmer Wellness. She is a triple-certified Chopra well-being coach with expertise in meditation, Ayurvedic health, and lifestyle medicine. Additionally, she serves as faculty at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, is a certified sleep coach for an award-winning app, and frequently contributes as a consultant to startups.

In her conversation with Dr. Singh, Shonda discusses how a significant career change led her to become a sleep coach for a prominent meditation app, despite her own struggles with insomnia. She openly talks about her experiences with imposter syndrome, revealing that while assisting clients with their sleep issues, she also found herself using the same techniques she taught them, ultimately overcoming her insomnia.

Shonda offers a deep dive into the world of sleep coaching, offering practical wisdom for coaches and healthcare providers alike, and discusses the importance of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia. Shonda’s story and expertise illustrate how authentic coaching inspires change and fosters genuine healing.

Listen in to learn how coaches and healthcare providers can harness the benefits of sleep coaching to assist clients and patients in achieving healthier, more balanced lives.

For detailed show notes, references and information to connect with Shonda Palmer, visit: https://www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com/blog/Transforming-Sleep-Health-Key-Coaching-Insights-With-Shonda-Palmer

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Timestamps

0:00 - Introduction

2:16 - Shonda’s Journey Into Sleep Coaching

4:00 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

5:31 - Healing From Insomnia

7:03 - Walking The Talk And Empathy In Coaching

9:00 - Sleep Coaching As A Niche And Scope Of Practice

16:46 - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy For Insomnia

22:42 - Insights On The Impact Of Text-based Coaching

29:25 - Takeaways