The Dream, The Date & The Broken Bra

Did you know that stress is considered one of the most significant health issues worldwide? That’s true, stress. Whereas not all forms of stress are harmful when it comes to chronic stress, it can cause severe damage to our body. In our daily lives, we are constantly bombarded by information and triggers that overstimulate our nervous system. How can we return our bodies to a calm state in this overwhelmed environment? The key is to learn how to be present to ourselves, discover our intrinsic value, and focus on our mental wellness. Mental wellness it's not about happiness; It's not about the absence of mental illness. Mental wellness comes from feeling balanced, connected to others, and ready to meet life's challenges. All of this goes hand-in-hand with physical health. Your emotional health can improve when you eat well, get enough sleep, and stay active.In this episode of The Dream, The Date & The Broken Bra, I am joined by Dr. Lindsey Elmore. Lindsey Elmore is a speaker, author, podcast host, and world-renowned wellness expert. She has spoken to audiences on five continents and more than 30 countries. She's the author of “Essentials: 75 Answers to Common Questions About Essential Oils and Supplements” and the “Clean Slate Cleanse Cookbook and Workbook” series. Throughout this episode, Lindsey will tell us how she became a mental wellness coach and what’s the key to overcoming trauma and creating healthy boundaries.In this Episode, You Will Learn:From pharmacist to wellness coach (05:23)Love one another (14:03)Stress is the most significant disease worldwide (17:55)What’s Mental Wellness? (23:03)The body is designed to heal as one big cohesive unit (27:23)Three lies we tell ourselves from overcoming trauma (33:06)The importance of having boundaries (40:49)Connect with Dr. Lindsey Elmore:WebsitePodcastInstagramLet’s Connect:FacebookInstagramEmail

Life is a journey, not a destination. For years I thought I had to follow specific rules and steps to succeed in life and that if I couldn’t accomplish them, my value as a human being would decrease. Everything changed when I finally awakened to the truth that this was just an illusion. My life journey shouldn’t follow pre-established rules or paths, but it should be free to unfold in my own time and space. This realization was life-changing for me, and I started my own awakening journey. I stopped following what others wanted me to do, listened to my soul, and evolved into my genuine self. Awakening journeys are fundamental for discovering our true purpose in life. They can be scary, but they will bring us to a position of self-empowerment and worth. There are no rules on what you should do to start your own journey; some people use traditional methods like therapy and meditation, and others choose alternative methods like plant medicine. Your awakening journey is a call. Follow yours. In this episode of The Dream, The Date & The Broken Bra, I am joined by Michelle Sorro. Michelle is a TV host turned heart-centered entrepreneur and transformational trainer. She's the host of the fire and soul podcast, co-founder of the podcast accelerator, and the founder of soul circles, her most recent endeavor. Throughout this episode, Michelle will tell us about her awakening journey and how her life, world, and all her identities began to dissolve, ultimately leading her to a profound awakening and journey of her soul.In this Episode, You Will Learn:Michelle's background in retail hosting (07:31)The plant medicine ceremony that changed Michelle’s life (10:03)The importance of integration (25:22)Allow yourself to be in the present moment (30:14)Michelle’s awakening experience (38:18)Soul Circle: Michelle’s new mastermind (35:11)Unplug from the internet and immerse yourself in nature (53:17)Connect with Michelle Sorro:WebsiteFire & Soul Podcast InstagramFacebook Let’s Connect:FacebookInstagramEmail

Have you ever thought of taking a break from your daily life and traveling the world with just your backpack? Since I read for the first time the book Eat, Pray and Love, I have always dreamt of this possibility. Leaving everything behind, packing the essentials, and just being with yourslef while exploring the world has become a way for numerous people to rediscover themselves. While I haven’t been able to accomplish this dream of mine yet, I recently reconnected with a childhood friend who had this life-changing experience by making a pilgrimage on the Camino de Santiago, one of the most popular pilgrimage routes in the world. The Camino de Santiago is a collection of European pilgrim routes that finish in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. Pilgrims walk between 7 and 30 days to receive their Compostela or certificate of completion. Many reports that the Camino is an incredible experience and opportunity to disconnect and experience a slower daily life with few modern interruptions.In this episode of The Dream, The Date & The Broken Bra, I am joined by Megan Eddy. Megan is a yoga teacher who devoted most of her 30s to traveling the world and making two pilgrimages on the Camino de Santiago in Europe. Throughout this episode, Megan shares her experience in doing the Camino de Santiago, why this was a transformative experience and her traveling plans for the future.In this Episode, You Will Learn:How Megan Eddy and I know each other (03:58)What the Camino de Santiango is (06:30)Megan Eddy's first trip to the Camino de Santiago (08:06)The passport of the Camino de Santiago(21:40)Meeting new friends (25:43)Megan Eddy's next trip around Mount Blanc (35:11)When Megan Eddy’s travel bug started (44:14)Connect with Megan Eddy:WebsiteLet’s Connect:FacebookInstagramEmail

Did you ever find yourself at a point where you couldn’t let the past go, and stress and judgment took over your life? I'll tell you a secret; you are not alone. Sometimes life puts us through difficult situations, and our bodies’ first response is to react to it, find a solution, and move forward. We are so conditioned and patterned to constantly be moving and doing things, getting stuff done, that it can be challenging to take a moment to stop, be present and breathe. This is when learning to practice mindfulness can make a difference in our lives.Mindfulness is the essential human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s happening around us. Mindfulness is a quality that every human being already possesses; it’s not something you have to conjure up. You just have to learn how to access it.In this episode of The Dream, The Date & The Broken Bra, I am joined by John Abate. John is trained and qualified to teach MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction) through the University of California San Diego (UCSD) Center for Mindfulness and Integrative Studies. He teaches Mindfulness and Meditation workshops throughout the country to individuals, groups, and corporations through his organization, Mindful Foundations. Throughout this episode, John shares his personal path of discovering his mindfulness practice, the bike accident that changed his life, and the best ways to cultivate a daily self-care practice. I can’t wait for you to be inspired by this conversation.In this Episode, You Will Learn:John’s move from California to Connecticut (05:14)John’s lifechanging bike accident (20:33)Why John decided to teach Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (23:04)Be present without judgment (35:42)Live with grace (49:51)Slow down and not react (52:45)John’s MBSR 8 weeks course (1:01:02)Connect with John Abate:WebsiteMindfulness InstagramPersonal InstagramFacebookLet’s Connect:FacebookInstagramEmail

Have you ever wondered why when you feel love in your body, you find yourself happier and more relaxed? The answer is simple. It’s just a matter of hormones. When the “love hormone” oxytocin is released in our bodies, it also stimulates endorphins to release in your body. Endorphins are the so-called “happy hormones,” and they are powerful pain relievers. So the more love you have, the less pain perception you will experience and the happier you will be. Imagine you being okay with yourself. Imagine allowing yourself to feel again. This is what Tantra and the love hormone are about. Amplify love means being available emotionally to all the sensations that you're feeling and accepting everything about yourself. In this episode of The Dream, The Date & The Broken Bra, I am joined by Michelle Alva. Michelle is a very passionate sex love and intimacy coach. She is also the creator of the Alva method, an approach of self-discovery that integrates modern science and ancient wisdom practices to educate and empower individuals on how to reset and calm their nervous system and heal from emotional pain in the body with minor effort. Throughout this episode, Michelle shares her journey of healing from past trauma, what the Alva method is all about, and how self-love is the most potent medicine. I am so excited for you to be inspired by this conversationIn this Episode, You Will Learn:Healing from past trauma (08:27)Michelle Alva’s self-healing journey (11:51)The love hormone (16:51)How to calm your nervous system down (30:40)The making of the Alva Method (37:35)Amplify Love and Vibrate Abundance (47:16)Michelle Alva’s upcoming book (57:34)Connect with Michelle Alva:WebsiteYouTubeInstagramFacebookLet’s Connect:FacebookInstagramEmail

There are significant events in our life that can be considered "Pivotal Moments." When a certain thing happens, that changes our life trajectory. Today we have a new milestone of hitting episode 18! And it is said that episode 18 is pivotal, so in celebration of this achievement, I invited a very special guest who created a significant change in my life, Blair Brownyard. Love is not always a feeling, it's a choice. A commitment to accepting an imperfect person, building a special connection, sticking together, and supporting each other through hard times. This is what I love about my relationship with Blair. We face the survival mode to creation mode in life together. In this episode of The Dream, The Date & The Broken Bra, I am joined by my best friend, my partner in crime, and my love Blair Brownyard to talk about love, relationship, and life. Blair is one of the most courageous people I know, and I am so honored to have a partner like him. Throughout this episode, Blair and I share our journey for the past 12 years, navigating each other's growth, facing life challenges, and working to improve our love and commitment to a healthy relationship.  In this Episode, You Will Learn:●      Relationship growth with Blair (06:49)●      Our first meeting and conversation (15:06)●      The funny story of our engagement (18:49)●      Blair's recovery from being an adult child of an alcoholic (25:50)●      The integration of dark and light personalities (31:50)●      A pivotal moment in our marriage (43:30)●      Taking freedom from your mind thoughts (51:10) Connect with Blair Brownyard:●      Instagram Let’s Connect:●      Facebook●      Instagram●      Email   c

A mother’s love does not just come from bearing a child. It also comes from connecting to a child and loving them unconditionally. Without any expectation, a mother keeps working, sacrificing, and loving her children to the best of her abilities. Because of all the types of love, the love between a mother and child is the strongest.  Millions of children are looking for a home, and Meggan always knew her purpose was to be a mother. Even though her husband at that time did not want to have kids, Meggan’s mama bear instinct pushed her to create a family with love and bring her babies home.  In this episode of The Dream, The Date & The Broken Bra, I am joined by my dear friend Meggan Murphy. Meggan and I met and bonded through Jiu-Jitsu and created one of my most treasured friendships. It was such a joy to personally witness how she connected, bonded, and raised the family she created. Throughout this episode, Meggan shares her unique journey of creating a family through adoption, her sacrifices along the way, and how she shows the true example of love. I am so excited for you to be inspired by this conversation. In this Episode, You Will Learn:●      How Meggan and Stephanie started their friendship (05:51)●      The backstory of Meggan’s decision to adopt kids (08:25)●      Why they decided to choose Ethiopia (19:01)●      Meggan’s first experience of having a baby (22:16)●      The challenges in getting her second child (32:53)●      Meeting Abby and her sparkliest eyes (39:02)●      Forming a special connection and bond with her parents and kids (52:24) Let’s Connect:●      Facebook●      Instagram●      Email 

Serving the country in the military isn’t easy and it takes great fortitude and determination in order to do so. This month of May, marked as the National Military Appreciation Month, I’m honoring my friend, Kevin Seiff, for his admirable career in the military. Kevin’s commitment transcends his military career as he builds his business career as a private individual. He truly is an inspiration on how he put his life on the line to serve his country with his positive attitude, strong mindset, and unwavering dedication.In this episode of The Dream, The Date & The Broken Bra, I am joined by my friend Kevin Seiff. Kevin is a former Navy SEAL officer and now the Founder & CEO of Flintlock Solutions, a recruiting firm focused on building long-lasting relationships with clients in the Life Science Industry. Throughout our conversation, Kevin and I look back on his time and experience in training as a Navy SEAL and how he used that knowledge and skills in building a successful recruitment business. Kevin also talks about love, the challenges during his training, and his mindset in making decisions. I am so excited for you to be inspired and learn more about him in this conversation.In this Episode, You Will Learn:Kevin’s background and journey as a Navy Seal (00:07:23)Creating a balance in making plans and decisions (00:12:01)The process of transferring from Marine Corp to Navy Seal (00:21:36)What are the different phases of BUDS training (00:36:45)The endless cycle of self-improvement (00:53:50)Building a recruitment business after doing a Navy Seal service (01:02:11)The cute love story of Kevin and his wife Kristen (01:13:30)Connect with Kevin Seiff:LinkedInFlintlock SolutionsLet’s Connect:FacebookInstagramEmail