Another MUST listen episode, friend! In this powerful conversation, Dr. Vanessa Calderon and I talk candidly about so many big and small aspects of life that can impact us and our paths. What we discuss: - How self trust is the starting point that we can strengthen and return to, over and over again -How control is an illusion, whether we realize it or not -How boundaries are a lifelong process -How not knowing what comes next in our journey is what opens up new possibilities -Generational traum...
Jun 17, 2024•39 min•Season 1Ep. 30
I used to think that I had to become fearless. And now I know for sure that fearlessness is not something I can achieve. What else is there to explore about fear? We'll talk about fear from a curious, mindful perspective. I invite you to consider befriending fear in all forms. I'm sharing stories and practical tips on ways we can lean into courageousness, which is not the same as being fearless. Ultimately, we don't need to wait until we are fearless to take courageous actions. Please share this...
Jun 10, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 29
This episode is a beautiful, raw and fun conversation with the inimitable Dr. Gretchen Bruno. Gretchen is a board certified OB/Gyn physician, a certified coach, a mom and finisher of multiple full distance Iron Man races. Fun fact: Gretchen and I went to medical school together and have enjoyed a nearly 30 year friendship. What we discuss: - How having her son late in life helped Gretchen awaken to more presence - How her previous achievement had been fueled by "I am not Enough" and how she tran...
Jun 02, 2024•45 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Dr. Ritha Belizaire is a double board certified colorectal surgeon, a single parent, and a highly successful entrepreneur. This episode is a deep and honest conversation about what life is like from the standpoint of someone who is a trail blazer. We discuss: -How to make intentional decisions -How mindfulness changed everything for Dr. Ritha -How perspective is everything -How having your own back helps you be more courageous -How to operate outside of the OR with precision and so much more! Yo...
May 27, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 27
This is a MUST listen episode, friend. In this beautiful conversation, I talk with Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown about all things sleep, rest and tapping into our inner peace and power. Dr. Funke drops so many gems! What we discussed: -how to set and keep internal and external boundaries -how to prioritize sleep and rest in a high speed world -how sleep affects every aspect of our lives -how gratitude can shift our days and nights -how to harness the power of light exposure -how to befriend the circad...
May 20, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 26
"Remember, you are your first love" says Dr. Toya. This is only one of so many gems that she drops in this deep conversation. This episode is to help each of us remember that even though self neglect is often rewarded by society, that we always have the option to remember and practice our own self love. We also talked about... ⭐️All the ways stress and burn out can show up. ⭐️Returning back to our inherent value and worth ⭐️Self Expression as an act of self love ⭐️Reclaiming all the parts of our...
May 13, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Heads up, friend! This conversation contains a few f-bombs so please keep that in mind as you listen - especially if you have sensitive ears or are perhaps sharing the episode with someone who may be sensitive to explicit language. Shideh shares her truly harrowing story of sustaining life threatening traumatic head injury at one of the world's most iconic monuments - the Taj Mahal. When she fell off a high ledge at the Taj Mahal on the first day of her honeymoon, she had such significant head i...
May 06, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 24
This conversation is so good, friend! Dr. Heather Awad is a physician and a weight loss coach. She helps professional women over 50 to lose weight for the last time. She shares her own story as well as many other inspiring and empowering stories in this episode. There are so many real life challenges in mid life and we can find ourselves in the habit of emotional eating, which can keep us on a perpetual cycle. Heather helps us break down the steps to move from feeling overworked to feeling vibra...
Apr 29, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 23
This episode is truly pure gold, friend. Dr. Sogol is a pediatrician, a mindful coach, a mom and a highly successful entrepreneur. Dr. Sogol shares her story of moving beyond staying busy for the sake of achievement but feeling a vacuous lack of calm on the inside. She shares how she transformed her exhaustion into surrender, trust and ultimately abundant success - both inner fulfillment and outer success. You'll find yourself chuckling at Dr. Sogol's candid descriptions of her inner world. Her ...
Apr 22, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 22
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of Affirmations. We explore how and why they work. I share personal stories and ways that you, dear listener, told me how you use Affirmations in your life. And...there is a BONUS Affirmation meditation here again! You can save this episode and practice this powerful meditation practice consistently to see big shifts in your mind and in your life. Let’s connect! Website: www.rashmischramm.com Youtube: www.youtube.com/c/drrashmischrammoptimalwel...
Apr 15, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 21
This is a conversation you definitely don't want to miss! We're talking with Dr. Nwando Anyaoku, who is a physician executive, a speaker, a coach and consultant based in Seattle, WA. Dr. A drops so much wisdom into this packed episode. One major theme I took away is how powerful pausing can be in our lives. When we slow down, we often are able to return back even faster and more purposefully than before. You can find Dr. Nwando Anyaoku here: https://www.nwandoanyaoku.com https://www.linkedin.com...
Apr 08, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In this episode, we're exploring the powerful practice of Yoga Nidra, or Yogic Sleep in depth. This practice is also sometimes called NSDR, or Non Sleep Deep Rest. I'll share personal stories and ways in which Yoga Nidra has helped my students and clients over the years. We explore the scientific benefits of this deeply restorative and rejuvenating meditation practice. And... My gift to you is a BONUS mini NSDR practice that begins at minute 21! If this episode is helpful, please leave a review....
Apr 01, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 19
You're really going to love this episode, friend. In this beautiful conversation with Dr. Kirin Palmer, we discuss ways we can reclaim our joy and our peace. Dr. Kirin is a pediatrician and the founder of Pure Joy Pediatrics in Portland, OR. She shares her powerful story of finding inner peace and power. She talks about how she found ways to intentionally slow down, and the ways she practices mindfulness. We got granular about how every day practices can lead us to find moments of peace and even...
Mar 25, 2024•36 min•Season 1Ep. 18
You won't want to miss this episode, friend! We dive into the world of Polyvagal Theory and how we can apply practical ways to bring ourselves into more flow, deeper connections and move into thriving on a daily basis. Discussed here: My amazing experience and what I learned from Stephen Porges and Deb Dana in person. I break down what can sometimes feel like a complicated theory into a very palatable and actionable step-by-step healing process. Of course, there are many similarities with Polyva...
Mar 18, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 17
This is such a fantastic episode, friend. We get to hear Dr. Malathi Acharya’s story of how she felt disconnected and not exactly healthy even though she was a practicing physician helping others heal. She tells us the story of how her training led to self healing and how this was a powerful source of energy and inspiration for her. Dr. Malathi Acharya is an integrative medicine physician and founder of Ayur Integrative Medicine. She is passionate about all elements of integrative medicine, incl...
Mar 11, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 16
In this episode, we journey into the heart of meditation, where we explore how powerful this ancient practice is - and I dive into the 3 biggest meditation myths that I think hold folks back from making this practice a part of their lives. Let’s debunk some myths! Myth 1: Meditation Requires a Thought-Free Mind Reality: Meditation isn't about silencing your mind but learning to observe your thoughts without attachment. Like any skill, it becomes more effortless with practice, focusing not on the...
Mar 04, 2024•27 min•Ep. 15
In today’s episode, we enjoy a candid and super interesting conversation with The Chef Doc, Dr. Colin Zhu. We’ll explore ways we can thrive as individuals and as a society. We talk about what we’ve learned about human longevity from the Blue Zones and how our lifestyles can be the vehicle for living longer, healthier lives. ABOUT DR. COLIN ZHU Dr. Colin Zhu is Board-Certified in family practice/OMT and lifestyle medicine. Passionate about the intersection of medicine, food, and nutrition, Dr. Zh...
Feb 26, 2024•40 min
In today's episode, we delve into the transformative power of "Crying Tears," exploring the deeply ingrained societal norms that often compel us to hide our emotions and the stigma surrounding the act of crying. There’s a prevalent misconception that crying signifies weakness . This episode is dedicated to dismantling that myth, armed with scientific insights and enriched by yogic wisdom. We journey through the realms of yogic philosophy and neuroscience, shedding light on the yogic perspective ...
Feb 19, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 13
This episode has something for everyone! Please share this widely. Today’s special guest is Michelle Quirk, MD. She is a board certified physician and run coach. Michelle is the founder of Mindful Marathon where she helps make running easy and fun for busy professionals. We had a great debrief about our recent sold-out in person Movement and Meditation Retreat in Florida. You can find Michelle here: Website: httpts:// www.mindful-marathon.com Youtube: @mindfulmarathon IG: @mindful-marathon Email...
Feb 12, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 12
In today’s episode, I make the case for joy - that sense of expansion, connection - and why our very essence is joy. I’ll share my stories in trying to lean into joy and what I’ve found in my adventures. We’ll talk about some of the benefits of leaning into Joy. And how joy is different than toxic positivity and very different from spiritual bypassing. I’ll give you 3 of my favorite ways to access and nurture joy in our every day lives. I make the case for meditation as an access point for joy. ...
Feb 05, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 11
This is such a powerful episode, friend. Dr. Amelia Bueche is a physician, coach, parent, avid athlete, yogi, entrepreneur and founder of Coaching for Institutions where she helps bring health to medicine. We talked about her fascinating journey through medicine as ways of finding herself that gave her access to her inner peace and power. We talked about how coaching feels like the arrival or expansion of medicine. We discussed the one time in her life she spent 6 weeks without exercising and he...
Jan 29, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Welcome to Our Emotional Wellness Journey What We Explore Today: Embracing Our Emotional Selves: Let’s gently unpack why suppressing emotions doesn’t equate to strength but can lead to inner turmoil. How we are likely conditioned to think that feeling emotions makes us weak. A nod to the world of CTFAR and the coaching paradigm. Ayurveda’s Wisdom on Emotions: Delve into Ayurveda's rich teachings on emotional wellbeing. Discover how emotions are not just fleeting feelings but messengers of deep w...
Jan 22, 2024•22 min•Ep. 9
Welcome to this exciting episode, friend! Today’s guest is Dr. Kathy Stepien. We talk about wide ranging topics such as how coaching is really the process of becoming; and how being grounded in a meditation or mindfulness practice is life changing. We even discuss the complete absurdity of life itself as a way to keep lightness of Being in our hectic schedules. You are going to love this candid, wisdom filled conversation! Dr. Stepien is a board-certified Pediatrician in active practice and the ...
Jan 15, 2024•46 min•Ep. 8
In this special episode, we’ll dive into an ancient meditation practice that is designed to help us calm the monkey mind. You’re invited to practice with me whether you’re a complete novice or a seasoned yogi. This meditation is perfect for anyone who is navigating our hectic world and looking for practical applications of mindfulness. We’ll explore how mantra meditation can be a powerful tool in fostering a deeper sense of inner peace knowing regardless of our circumstances. You’ll want to save...
Jan 08, 2024•16 min•Ep. 7
This episode is all about New Beginnings for the new year. We’ll begin by celebrating Our Wins from 2023 We can make it a habit to reflect on our personal and professional achievements over the course of 2023. It’s not selfish or braggy when we are acknowledging growth, success, and the lessons learned. We’ll talk about GAIN vs. Gap in ways to look at our growth. I share my own highlights of Wins from 2023 - it was a big year for me for personal and relational growth. And when I looked, I had al...
Jan 01, 2024•31 min•Ep. 6
In this episode, we explore ways we can bring mindfulness into our busy, hectic lives. In a world that is obsessed with multi tasking, productivity and hacks, these strategies can be refreshing and life affirming. We may not be able to sit for a formal meditation practice and/or we may wish to practice these in addition to our formal practice. In many people who suffer with PTSD or trauma, it’s not a great first strategy to sit down to meditate. A reminder that the most mindful humans around are...
Dec 27, 2023•21 min•Ep. 5
This meditation is perfect for beginners and advanced practitioners alike. We’ll enjoy a soft guided meditation that helps us… Release self judgement Embrace our self expression Moving into our full potential Recognizing the inner power we always possess This is just a very small snippet from my training as a certified facilitator in Yoga Nidra. If this resonates with you, you’ll love the more in depth version I teach inside of my exclusive small group membership. Let’s connect! Website: www.ras...
Dec 24, 2023•12 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Hello my friends! In this episode, we delve into my personal journey with meditation. From my early experiences with sporadic practice in college to my dedicated journey as a meditation teacher over the past decade, I'll share my evolution and how it shaped my understanding of meditation and mindfulness. We explore the profound benefits, debunk common misconceptions, and emphasize the importance of community. Prepare to be inspired and empowered. Section 1 : Defining Meditation and Mindfulness M...
Dec 18, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Warm greetings, dear listeners! In this episode, we explore the concept and importance of self compassion in developing inner peace and power. I share my journey into this sometimes challenging practice and I’ll give you super practical tips that can help you uplevel your life quickly and effectively. We discuss research findings in the area of self compassion and I make a compelling case that we should all begin our inner journeys with the practice of self compassion. Let’s connect! www.rashmis...
Dec 11, 2023•14 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Warm greetings, dear listeners! Welcome to the very first episode. Here, I’m sharing my journey and my Why for starting the podcast “Inner Peace and Power”. You’ll hear about my messy and beautiful journey and why I’m passionate about helping every single listener to have access to their inner peace and power. Let’s connect! www.rashmischramm.com www.youtube.com/c/drrashmischrammoptimalwellness www.instagram.com/dr.rashmischramm www.facebook.com/dr.rashmischramm https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashm...
Nov 29, 2023•11 min•Ep. 1
