Life has a way of sending us messages—and when we ignore them, they only get louder.

In this episode, we welcome back Alex Dunn, who shares her powerful story of pushing through challenge after challenge—car accidents, health struggles, a traumatic client experience, even being nearly struck by lightning and shot at—without ever giving herself the rest she truly needed.

Alex opens up about how those wake-up calls eventually shifted her perspective, leading her to slow down, get intentional, and put her wellness first. She also offers grounded, heartfelt advice for anyone who knows it’s time to pause, breathe, and realign with what matters most.

If you’ve ever felt like life keeps trying to get your attention, this conversation is for you.

Alex's Website: https://www.alexandradunnwellness.com/

https://bemorrsociety.ca/

Foothills Wellness Retreat Website:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/

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In this episode, we’re joined by astrologer Vanessa Castro, one of the featured presenters at our upcoming Fall Retreat. Vanessa shares her unique journey with astrology, which began in early childhood when her mother had her birth chart read before she was even a year old.

She opens up about how astrology has shaped her life—from her early years to adulthood—and how a powerful, and initially unsettling, chart reading inspired her to explore astrology in a more grounded and empowering way. Rather than letting fear take over, Vanessa chose to dive deeper into the teachings, using them as a supportive tool for growth and healing.

Throughout the conversation, Vanessa helps us understand key elements of the birth chart, including the meaning behind your sun, moon, and rising signs, the deeper purpose of the north and south nodes, and the transformative energy of placements like Chiron and Saturn. Her gentle, insightful approach makes astrology feel both accessible and deeply personal.

Whether you're new to astrology or have been exploring your chart for years, this episode offers meaningful reflections on self-awareness, healing, and the beauty of aligning with your soul’s path.

Vanessa's Website:

www.creativastrology.com

Vanessa's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/creativastrology/

Foothills Wellness Retreat Website:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/

Foothills Wellness Retreat Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/foothillswellnessretreat/

Foothills Wellness Retreat Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076376556415

Foothills Wellness Retreat Tik Tok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@foothillswellnessretreat

In this episode, we're joined by Ninu Lammens, a Registered Nurse turned Functional Health Practitioner, who shares her powerful journey from working within the medical system to helping women take their health into their own hands. After years of watching patients be given prescriptions instead of guidance, Ninu began to see a deeper truth—what we often call “healthcare” is really more of a life-saving system, not one that helps us thrive day to day.

We explore what it means to truly support the body’s natural ability to heal through intentional choices, nourishing food, and simple, sustainable habits. Ninu speaks from both personal and professional experience as she shares how she raised her kids with whole, nourishing foods, even in the face of school snacks packed with dyes and chemicals. She also talks about how she now helps other women make empowered choices at home, from finding cleaner products to shifting how they eat in a way that supports long-term health.

This conversation is full of insight, encouragement, and practical wisdom. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the world of wellness or unsure where to begin, this episode will remind you that healing doesn’t have to be complicated—your body already knows what to do when you support it in the right way.

EWG Resource:

https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/

Ninu's Website:

https://www.womenshighvibehealth.com/

Ninu's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/womenshighvibehealth_/

Foothills Wellness Retreat Website:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/

Foothills Wellness Retreat Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/foothillswellnessretreat/

Foothills Wellness Retreat Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076376556415

Foothills Wellness Retreat Tik Tok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@foothillswellnessretreat

In this episode, we sit down with Natasha Lyons—a woman whose story is as raw and real as it is inspiring.

Natasha shares her journey of walking away from the high-stress world of corporate life to launch her own construction company, fully trading in suits for steel-toed boots. But her transformation runs much deeper than a career shift. This conversation takes us into the heart of personal growth, healing, and what it truly means to rebuild your life from the ground up.

She opens up about surviving multiple near-death experiences that completely changed her perspective, her journey living with PTSD, and the physical and emotional toll of burnout. Natasha also shares the deep pain of betrayal—in both a relationship and a business partnership—and how these moments of rupture ultimately led her to a path of spirituality, energy work, and self-discovery.

Together, we explore what it looks like to rise from rock bottom, to find your footing again, and to trust your inner wisdom when everything around you is shifting. This episode is honest, powerful, and full of soul.

Take a deep breath—this conversation might just be the reminder you didn’t know you needed.

Natasha's email: pheonixrisesagain777@gmail.com

Natasha's Tik Tok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@natashalyons7

Foothills Wellness Retreat Website:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/

Foothills Wellness Retreat Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/foothillswellnessretreat/

Foothills Wellness Retreat Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076376556415

Foothills Wellness Retreat Tik Tok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@foothillswellnessretreat

In this episode, we’re joined by Beverly Olivares, a healer and spiritual guide who is embracing her Medicine Woman era. After a profound family health scare, Beverly embarked on a deep spiritual journey, exploring energy healing, shamanism, the Akashic Records, and past life regression. Along the way, she discovered a powerful connection to Lemuria, an ancient mystical civilization that continues to shape her work today. We dive into what Lemuria is, why it holds such significance, and how it inspired her to create an entire series around it. Beverly also shares her transformative experience in Sedona, where she felt powerful energy shifts and spiritual activations. This conversation is full of wisdom, ancient knowledge, and soul-deep transformation. If you’re curious about past lives, energy healing, or stepping into your own spiritual power, this episode is for you!

Beverly's Website:
https://beyondourrealms.com/

Beverly's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/beyond.our.realms.healing/

Beverly's Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/beyondourrealmshealing

Book: The Women of Lemuria
https://www.amazon.ca/Women-Lemuria-Monika-Muranyi/dp/2896264949/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Q_ToPVfTsf8Uq2dlpznEqm1I-jhH_hs4bph9dmBX8DEX0qbo49jbSoJev0DlrFKBrs5tVETbAEDYtAoX-voPH0q1v47hWHQzP5hP6hyQCmOh__cDHFM0d905wf1N94vXlJIF3TWTzeX4yYOZMQWOk4Hyl8_WqoLYI6Vjo_nmcuMlz4-tdFThlHGXSNQMZ5ZA.c9S4dKjiikVYcYDlTBJYXFY0hhVBlHgMtitdJWkuSd8&dib_tag=se&hvadid=588068482067&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9001328&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=14120790164770689935&hvtargid=kwd-589699538818&hydadcr=22455_13336731&keywords=the+women+of+lemuria&qid=1741147268&sr=8-1

Foothills Wellness Retreat Website:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/

Foothills Wellness Retreat Instagram:
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https://www.tiktok.com/@foothillswellnessretreat

In this episode, we explore the importance of grief tending and the role of community in navigating loss. Chris Tulloch and Daria Soltysiak, co-founders of Holdfast, share their personal experiences with grief and how it led them to create a space for connection, ritual, and support. We discuss what it means to truly be with grief, the impact of communal grief work, and why healing isn’t about moving on but moving through.

Join us as we reflect on their journeys, the lessons they’ve learned, and the transformative power of grief tending. If you’ve ever felt alone in loss or wondered how to better support others, this conversation is for you.

Holdfast Website:
https://www.holdfastgrieftending.com/

Holdfast Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/holdfastgrieftending/

Hiraeth Grief Website:
https://www.hiraethgrief.com/

Hiraeth Grief Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/hiraethgrief/

LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/christina-tulloch-22b81343/

Books:

Francis Weller: The Wild Edge of Sorrow
Martin Pretchel: The Smell of Rain on Dust
Megan DeVine: It's OK that you're not OK

Foothills Wellness Retreat Website:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/

Foothills Wellness Retreat Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/foothillswellnessretreat/

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Foothills Wellness Retreat Tik Tok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@foothillswellnessretreat

Welcome to our first episode of 2025! 🎉 We're starting the year with a powerful and inspiring story from Lisa as she celebrates a significant milestone: her anniversary of being alcohol-free. In this episode, Lisa opens up about what inspired her decision to quit drinking and the challenges she overcame along the way.

Joining Lisa is Todd, a key figure in her journey, who shares his perspective on providing support and encouragement during her transformation. Together, they discuss the benefits of living an alcohol-free lifestyle and offer insights for anyone considering this path for themselves.

Tune in to hear Lisa’s empowering story and discover how embracing change can lead to growth, healing, and newfound freedom!

Books:
This Naked Mind Control Alcohol
Dear Alcohol: I'm Breaking Up With You
Sober On A Drunk Planet

Midlife Wellness Retreat:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/midlifewellnessretreat

Magickal Transitions Retreat:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/magickaltransitions

Valentine's Rocky Mountain Retreat:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/valentinesrockymountainretreat

Foothills Wellness Retreat Website:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/

Foothills Wellness Retreat Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/foothillswellnessretreat/

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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076376556415

Foothills Wellness Retreat Tik Tok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@foothillswellnessretreat

In this special episode, we reflect on an incredible year of growth, connection, and discovery. Join us as we recap the highlights of 2024, from the events we hosted to the lessons we learned along the way. We’ll share what worked, what didn’t, and where we’re making changes to elevate our offerings. Get an inside look at some of the memorable moments, growth we've experienced, and the exciting journey of our podcast’s progression. We’ll also give you a sneak peek into what’s coming in 2025 and express our heartfelt gratitude to our guests, participants, and presenters who helped make this year truly unforgettable. Thank you for being part of our community, and we can't wait to continue this journey with you!

Harmonic Healing Series:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/yoga-sound

Soul Canvas Retreat:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/soulcanvasvisionboardretreat

Men's Retreat:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/shamen-tribe

Rocky Mountain Valentine's Retreat:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/valentinesrockymountainretreat

Midlife Wellness Retreat:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/midlifewellnessretreat

Foothills Wellness Retreat Website:
https://www.foothillswellnessretreat.com/

Foothills Wellness Retreat Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/foothillswellnessretreat/

Foothills Wellness Retreat Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076376556415

Foothills Wellness Retreat Tik Tok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@foothillswellnessretreat