In this episode of the Illuminated Path Podcast, host Liv interviews Anastasia Wong, founder of Bonita Fitness. They discuss Anastasia's journey from personal training to creating a community-focused fitness program for women in Guam. Anastasia shares her personal experiences, the challenges she faced, and her vision for expanding Bonita Fitness to reach more women and businesses. The conversation also touches on the importance of creating a safe space for women to exercise, the impact of cultural lifestyle on fitness, and Anastasia's motherhood journey.

EPISODE TAKEAWAYS

• Creating community-focused programs empowers women and builds connection

• Facing challenges head-on helps grow your business with confidence

• Our lifestyle and culture shape how we approach fitness and wellness

• Safe, welcoming spaces make it easier for everyone to participate

• Small, consistent changes add up to meaningful results over time

• Support from mentors and community nurtures growth and new ideas

• Balancing personal life and work takes flexibility, patience, and resilience

• Partnerships can help spread your impact and bring more people along

• Embracing change and trying new approaches keeps your journey exciting

CONNECT WITH ANASTASIA

Anastasia Wong is a devoted wife and mother of two vibrant young boys, aged 2 and 4 months, with her youngest navigating life with blindness. Driven by a passion to empower youth through health and fitness, she earned her degree in Health and Physical Education. As the founder and head coach of Bonita Fitness, Anastasia fosters a supportive community where women can thrive and transform their lives. Through her personal journey and professional work, she inspires others to break barriers, pursue excellence, and make a lasting impact on their own lives and the lives of those they love by leading through example.

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

CONNECT WITH INA WELLNESS COLLECTIVE

Website: https://www.inawellnesscollective.com/

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

In this deeply personal episode of the Illuminated Path podcast, Livia Marati shares her recent experience with pregnancy loss. In honor of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, she opens up about the emotional and physical challenges she faced, the support she received from friends and family, and the healing journey she embarked on. Livia emphasizes the importance of sharing stories and finding community during difficult times, offering comfort and solidarity to listeners who may have experienced similar losses.

EPISODE TAKEAWAYS

• Pregnancy is a transformative experience that changes everything instantly

• Sharing personal stories can provide comfort and connection to others

• Support from friends and family is crucial during difficult times

• Healing is a personal journey that requires time and self-care

• Everyone's experience with loss is unique and should be honored

• Finding community can help in processing grief and loss

• Physical and emotional healing are interconnected and both are important

• Compassion and kindness are essential when supporting someone through loss

• Personal intuition can be a guiding force during challenging times

• Turning pain into purpose can be a powerful healing tool

CONNECT WITH LIV

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

Resources mentioned:

Birthworkers of Color Collective

Valley Moon Acupuncture

Earth Star Holistic Health

CONNECT WITH INA WELLNESS COLLECTIVE

Website: https://www.inawellnesscollective.com/

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

Tea Talk: Finding Balance During Transitions with Régine & Josh

In this episode of the Illuminated Path podcast, host Livia welcomes Régine Biscoe Lee and Josh Tyquiengco for a Tea Talk conversation on gratitude, personal growth, and community impact. They share their journeys, including career transitions and the lessons learned along the way, and discuss the importance of wellness, mindfulness, and maintaining strong relationships. The conversation also explores their vision for Guam’s future and how community involvement can create meaningful change.

The discussion highlights practical strategies for navigating life transitions, cultivating well-being, and fostering connection with both people and place.

EPISODE TAKEAWAYS

• Gratitude is a grounding force during life transitions

• Career pivots can lead to personal growth and new opportunities

• Wellness practices are essential for balancing career demands

• Strong relationships provide support and encouragement

• Community involvement can drive positive change

• Mindfulness and meditation enhance personal well-being

• Celebrating small victories boosts motivation and morale

• Open communication fosters understanding and collaboration

CONNECT WITH RÉGINE

Régine Biscoe Lee is an Asian/Pacific Islander community leader, a daughter of Guam and the President & CEO of the Guam Visitors Bureau. Régine served as senator in the 34th & 35th Guam Legislatures and her legislative work continues to strengthen Guam’s workforce, support small business, bolster regional alliances, and protect our environment. She remains dedicated to helping people author their own opportunities, proving that nothing can widen the circle of economic freedom more than a community focused on wellness, education, and the entrepreneurial wonder of a clean environment. She served as a Congressional Policy Advisor, Legislative Chief of Staff, and consultant for businesses, government agencies, and local and global non-profits.

Régine has been recognized for her work on behalf of our veterans, working families and a sustainable future. She served as delegate for Guam to the 2012, 2016, 2020 Democratic National Conventions and the National Committeewoman for the 2024 DNC. Régine was selected by the Obama Foundation for their inaugural cohort of Leaders: Asia-Pacific (2019), by the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights as Guam Advisory Board member for the inaugural USCCR Advisory Committee (2022) and by APAICS (Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies) to serve on their Advisory Council (2024). Régine also serves as the Vice President of Amphibious Aquatics, Secretary of the Guam Women’s Chamber of Commerce and on the Board of Famalao’an Rights. Régine lives on the island of Guam and can often be found in the ocean with her husband, two daughters and their rambunctious Labrador.

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

CONNECT WITH JOSH

Josh Tyquiengco is a professional storyteller, communicator, and son of Guam. He served as the public information officer of the Guam Visitors Bureau and was a veteran news anchor and reporter for the Pacific News Center. He is also a business advisor for the federal government.

Josh holds a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Maryland Global Campus and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California – Berkeley. A product of Guam’s public school system, he graduated with honors from Southern High School.

No stranger to the performing arts, Josh appeared in various stage, TV and film productions. In his free time, he can be found with his family and friends, while traveling or training for fitness goals. He is from the village of Malesso’.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justjosh2000/

CONNECT WITH INA WELLNESS COLLECTIVE

Website: https://www.inawellnesscollective.com/

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