Welcome to a very special episode of Wellness Rebranded, sponsored by the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra!

Today, we are honored to welcome José Luis Novo, Maestro of the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra, and Dr. Elizabeth Schmidt, board member and emergency medicine specialist. Together, we explore the profound impact music can have on our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Music is not just for entertainment, it is also a powerful tool for improving health and well-being.

And before you think “I don’t listen to classical music, what will I learn in this episode,” remember - you don't need to be a classical music expert to experience its benefits—just be open to the journey!

Don’t miss out on the Rapid-fire fun facts about Maestro Novo, including his favorite symphonies and surprising talents!

In this episode:

• José Luis Novo's and Dr. Elizabeth Schmidt's early experiences that sparked their passion for music
• How music influences brainwaves and emotional regulation
• Why incorporating music into everyday life, from workouts to sleep routines, can have transformative effects.
• The science of music and its effects on focus, sleep, pain management, and even DNA repair
• How music can regulate brainwaves and enhance mood, memory, and focus
• The difference between live and recorded music on brain activity and social connection
• Classical music misconceptions and why you don’t need to be an expert to enjoy it

Learn more about the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra: https://annapolissymphony.org/

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

In this episode of Wellness Rebranded, we’re throwing all caution to the wind and sharing the truth bombs you’ve been waiting for! We dive deep into the most underrated and overrated facts about our professions in wellness and health, and trust us—there are some real surprises you won’t want to miss!

-We share something that deeply moves us. You might be surprised by what it is, but we promise it’ll hit you right in the feels. -Maria reveals a pet peeve. You might just find yourself nodding along!

-Ever heard of a “boob window”? Well, we’re talking about it today! You definitely don’t want to miss this wild and hilarious conversation.We speak from the heart in this episode, giving you a chance to get to know your hosts on a much deeper level. It’s not just about our health and wellness professions—it’s about who we are, what drives us, and how we see the world. If you think you know all there is to know about what we do, think again. We’re pulling back the curtain and sharing the truths that aren’t often talked about in the wellness industry.

But that’s not all! We also answer the fun question: What is the most poignant thing we have learned from each other? It was a blast to answer this question without any preparation or planning, and hearing each other’s thoughts was a truly eye-opening experience. You’ll definitely want to hear what we’ve discovered through our time together and how it’s shaped our personal growth.

Tune in now for a fresh perspective on self-care, connection, personal growth, and wellness, along with some laughs and jaw-dropping moments!

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This episode is sponsored by the Annapolis

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

What happens when the "good girl" mindset we've grown up with stops serving us? Join us for a powerful conversation with Joohi, founder of Happii, as she shares her journey through depression, motherhood, and unlearning perfectionism to create a life filled with purpose, resilience, and connection.

Joohi opens up about her struggles with anxiety, depression, and the cultural pressures of being the "good girl." Through vulnerability and grit, she shares how she hit rock bottom and began rebuilding her life with newfound wisdom and purpose.

This episode is a must-listen for those seeking inspiration, emotional growth, and a reminder that it's okay to not be okay.

In this episode:

• How the "good girl" mindset shaped Joohi’s life and its unintended consequences.
• The pivotal moment that led Joohi to create Happy and its mission.
• The role of affirmations in mental health and their power to heal.
• Practical strategies for emotional regulation and unlearning perfectionism.
• How to support your children’s mental health by fostering emotional awareness.

Episode 80: Hot Mess to Hot Mom: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-rebranded-intuitive-eating-diet-culture-food/id1651744916?i=1000652696606

Connect with Joohi:

Website: https://happii.today/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happii.today/

Use code WELLNESS for 10% off your order!

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Event: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

Do you feel like intuitive eating isn’t working for you? Maybe you've tried listening to your body, but instead of finding peace, you've felt lost, frustrated, or stuck in old patterns. You’re not alone!

Elizabeth Harris, registered dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, dives into why “just listen to your body” is oversimplified advice and unpacks the real steps needed to make peace with food and rebuild self-trust.

In this episode:

• The key reasons why tuning into your body feels so hard.
• How to build the foundation that supports intuitive eating.
• Why diet culture and restrictive mindsets make reconnecting with your body challenging.
• Actionable steps to clear away barriers and build the skills you need for lasting food freedom.
• Advice for reconnecting with your body.

Listen to episode 34 about the hunger-fullness scale: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-rebranded-intuitive-eating-diet-culture-food/id1651744916?i=1000615991125

If you are interested in intuitive eating, you are invited to Elizabeth’s Free 5-Day Challenge: Discover Intuitive Eating https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/5day-challenge-25

Download the free Invisible Diet Guide to uncover hidden food rules: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Join the Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/507708163355092

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

January brings a tidal wave of diet culture noise, but today Elizabeth is tackling one of the most common fears about intuitive eating: Does letting go of dieting mean you’re giving up or letting yourself go? Spoiler alert: Absolutely not!

In this episode, Elizabeth breaks down this misconception and offers actionable insights on how intuitive eating is actually a transformative act of self-care, not surrender.

If you are interested in intuitive eating, you are invited to Elizabeth’s Free 5-Day Challenge: Discover Intuitive Eating (Starts January 13th!) https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/5day-challenge-25

In this episode:

• What intuitive eating really is and how it helps you build trust with your body.
• Why dieting often leads to feeling out of control around food.
• The powerful analogy that shows intuitive eating isn’t about “letting yourself go.”
• The overlooked harms of dieting, including weight cycling and negative body image.
• How intuitive eating promotes whole health—physical, mental, and emotional.
• The evidence-based benefits of intuitive eating and why it’s so much more than “eating whatever you want.”

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

“We are better when we know better.”

In this episode, Dr. Lisa Folden, a North Carolina Licensed Physical Therapist, NASM Certified Behavior Change Specialist, and Anti-Diet Health and Body Image Coach joins the podcast.. Dr. Folden shares her journey of embracing a weight-neutral, Health at Every Size approach and the importance of accessible healthcare for people of all sizes. From her Charlotte-based practice, Healthy Fit Physical Therapy and Wellness Consultants, she works to dismantle toxic diet culture and support clients through intuitive eating, joyful movement, and body acceptance.

Dr. Folden dives into her transformation from promoting traditional weight loss to becoming a dedicated advocate for weight-inclusive care. Her work emphasizes the value and dignity of all bodies.

It’s time to change our mindset!

If you are interested in intuitive eating, you are invited to Elizabeth’s Free 5-Day Challenge: Discover Intuitive Eating (Starts January 13th!) https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/5day-challenge-25

In this episode:

• Dr. Folden’s journey to weight-neutral and trauma-informed care
• Embracing Health at Every Size
• Dismantling toxic diet culture and the Anti-Fat Bias
• The role of anti-fat bias in healthcare and everyday life
• Importance of accessibility and comfort in healthcare spaces
• How to address internalized beliefs about body image and diet culture
• Empowering people of all sizes to live without shame and societal pressure
• The healing impact of advocating for inclusivity in community spaces
• Movement as joyful and accessible, rather than rigid exercise routines

Resources Mentioned:

Books:

• Health at Every Size by Dr. Linda Bacon
• Fearing the Black Body by Sabrina Strings

Dr. Folden’s Website: https://www.healthyphit.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthyphit/

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

This episode was brought to you by Hearth Meals. Learn more here: https://www.hearthmeals.com/WELLNESS01/

The holidays are a time for celebration, reflection, and connection, and this episode is packed with stories, laughs, and heartwarming traditions! Join us as we share our cherished family rituals and quirky customs from around the world.

We explore the beauty of creating meaningful moments, the role food plays in our celebrations, and how holiday traditions can also support our well-being. From stockings filled to the brim, to yellow underwear for New Year’s luck, and even the occasional cookie confession, this lighthearted episode is a festive boost for your spirit.

If you are interested in intuitive eating, you are invited to Elizabeth’s Free 5-Day Challenge: Discover Intuitive Eating (Starts January 13th!) https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/5day-challenge-25

In this episode:

• Unique holiday traditions from the U.S. and Venezuela, including stockings, fireworks, and food.
• Our favorite Christmas cookies (and Maria’s not-so-cookie-loving perspective!).
• New Year’s Eve customs, from eating grapes at midnight to wishing for travel with empty luggage.
• Acts of giving and gratitude that bring joy and support mental wellness during the holidays.
• Finding peace and connection through meaningful moments, like meditating by the Christmas tree.
• Redesigning traditions to align with your values and create less stress during the season.

This episode is a reminder to embrace traditions that bring you joy and to let go of the pressures to meet unrealistic holiday expectations. Whether it’s baking, connecting with loved ones, or simply sitting by the tree, there’s no wrong way to celebrate!

This episode is brought to you by Happii, high quality handcrafted items to support your mental health journey, from healing to growing. Save 10% on Happii when you use this link: https://happii.today/WELLNESS

Get Elizabeth’s Intuitive Eating Starter Kit for only $29: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/starter-kit

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

This episode was brought to you by Hearth Meals. Learn more here: https://www.hearthmeals.com/WELLNESS01/

Do the holidays leave you feeling more than just merry and bright? The holiday season often comes wrapped in a mix of emotions—from the joy of festive traditions to the feelings of seasonal stress and expectations. But here’s the thing: you don’t have to keep it all bottled up.

In this episode, we’re diving deep into the rollercoaster of holiday emotions and giving you practical tips to navigate the season with grace and balance. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by the hustle, nostalgic for simpler times, or just trying to enjoy the holidays without guilt, we’ve got you covered.

Grab your favorite cozy beverage, and let’s make this holiday season a little more manageable and joyful!

This episode is brought to you by Happii, high quality handcrafted items to support your mental health journey, from healing to growing. Save 10% on Happii when you use this link: https://happii.today/WELLNESS

In This Episode:

• Acknowledging the mix of emotions—joy, nostalgia, stress, and grief—that the holidays often bring.
• Exploring common holiday triggers, from family gatherings to financial pressures and social media comparisons.
• Recognizing how the weather and shorter days can amplify emotions.
• Understanding the importance of redefining expectations and embracing good-enough holiday traditions.
• Practical strategies for emotional self-care, including building a supportive holiday plan and connecting with safe, understanding people.
• The importance of normalizing your feelings and practicing self-compassion during this busy season.

Get Elizabeth’s Intuitive Eating Starter Kit for only $29: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/starter-kit

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/