Lost in an unending loop of responsibilities and distractions? Longing for a transformative escape? Join host Meghan Thomas with special guests Jaime Weisberg and Tracy Dando Mergler as they take you on a journey through the profound power of retreats in this episode.

Explore with us as we discuss exactly how retreats provide us with a chance to hit the pause button on our fast-paced lives, enabling us to disconnect from the world and reconnect with our authentic selves. We also touch on the collective and individual energy experienced during a retreat and how this allows us to safely step into our vulnerability, to connect and be seen. We also discover new tools that can be brought back into our lives that will have a profound effect on not only ourselves but the people closest to us as well.

We warmly invite you to join us at our upcoming retreat - Root to Rise: Connect and Be Seen at the beautiful VanderKamp in Cleveland New York. We've designed this retreat to be a sanctuary for self-care and self-reflection. We offer a variety of activities aimed at helping you connect with your inner-self, while fostering a sense of belonging among participants. We also shed light on how we've made accessibility and affordability central to our retreat, with special scholarship opportunities for those in need. With a combination of movement, positive psychology and group circles is our way of creating a safe space for vulnerability, healing, and connection.

Root to Rise is more than just a retreat. It’s our mission to empower you to trust your own voice, to build a life that resonates with your inner truth and find a community that truly supports you. We can't wait to meet you and help you embark on this transformative journey.

Root to Rise Retreat October 27, 2023: https://www.roottorisecny.com/

Episode 14 with Jaime Weisberg: https://spotify.link/I39tPznUADb

Ep 35 with Tracy Dando Mergler: https://spotify.link/jtvXE8oUADb`

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Life can be a rollercoaster, and for our incredible guest Diana Lockett, author of "The Call to Freedom," the journey to self-discovery and healing was no exception. Through the trials and tribulations of her childhood, Diana learned to reconnect with the parts of herself she had denied, disowned, and shut down. Join us as she bravely shares her experiences growing up, the impact of her upbringing on her relationships, and her path to healing and self-discovery.

Together, we discuss various tools and practices for emotional healing, such as meditation, energy healing, and yoga. I open up about my own experiences learning these practices and how they have helped me reclaim deeply buried parts of myself. As we explore the challenging process of forgiveness – from generational traumas to moments of self-sabotage – we reflect on the importance of creating space for growth and healing.

Diana also shares her journey as a speech pathologist and her experience of opening and closing yoga studios, offering valuable lessons she's learned along the way. We emphasize the significance of boundaries, communication, and the power of vulnerability throughout our heartfelt conversation. Join us in this inspiring episode as we uncover the journey to love, purpose, and healing through life's many challenges.

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(0:00:02) - Healing Through Imperfection

(0:14:32) - Tools and Practices for Emotional Healing

(0:25:15) - The Journey of Forgiveness and Self-Forgiveness

(0:33:48) - Boundaries and Communication

(0:39:27) - Speech Pathology and Yoga

(0:43:36) - The Journey to Love and Purpose

Connect with Diana Lockett:

-Book: The Call to Freedom: Heal Your Pain, Awaken Your Loving Presence: https://amzn.to/3NEdIYt

-Free gift: A Call to Freedom: Heal your Pain, Awaken Your Loving Presence Companion Journal. A 30 page ebook with journal prompts to awaken in your life: https://bit.ly/CTFJournal

-Socials/website:

https://linktr.ee/diana_lockett

Connect with Meg:

-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emotional_expedition/

-Website: https://www.meghanthomas.com/

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Our personal struggles can often lead us to our true purpose. This week Meg sat down with Dr. Ali Novitsky, a physician-turned-coach with a powerful story of overcoming body image issues and discovering her true calling in health and preventative care. Ali's unique journey through body acceptance, CBT, and postpartum depression has informed her approach to helping women become the best, most authentic versions of themselves.

We also delved into the importance of emotional health and how it's deeply connected to our physical and mental well-being. Ali shared her insights on various techniques, such as exercise and dialectical behavioral therapy, that can help us regulate our emotions and ultimately live our most optimal lives. The conversation emphasized the significance of acknowledging and nurturing our emotions to truly reap the benefits of physical and mental health.

Lastly, Ali's expertise in genetics shed light on how understanding our unique genetic makeup can help us manage our emotions, overcome limiting beliefs, and even address emotional eating. With a focus on optimal health strategies and mindset work, we discussed the importance of trusting the process and creating a loving relationship with ourselves. Don't miss this enlightening conversation with Dr. Ali Novitsky, filled with valuable insights on embracing our true selves and achieving our best health.

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(0:00:02) - From Doctor to Coach

(0:08:42) - Physical and Emotional Health Connection

(0:14:56) - Managing Emotions and Limiting Beliefs

(0:26:56) - Understanding Genetics and Mental Health

(0:33:15) - Genetic Factors in Emotional Eating

(0:40:48) - Optimal Health Strategies and Mindset Work

(0:51:44) - Trusting the Process

Connect with Dr. Ali Novitsky:

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

Website: https://www.lifecoachingforwomenphysicians.com/podcast

PROGRAMS:

Men's Program, Fit Dad Collective™: https://www.lifecoachingforwomenphysicians.com/fdc

Physician CME Program, Transform®: https://www.goals-society.com/transform

The Fit Woman Collective™ is launching in August. COMING SOON!!!!!

Connect with Meg:

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

Website: https://www.meghanthomas.com/

Atlas of the Heart Book Study: https://www.meghanthomas.com/atlas-of-the-heart

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