Happy Validation Day! Wait . . . what? Did I miss some memo here? No worries. Consider this your memo, because today I am introducing you to something really important that you may have missed. I guarantee you that you have validation days - you might even be having one today - but you didn't even know it. In today's episode, we will be talking about what are validation days, how do I know when I am having one, their link to our wellness, what to do on those special days, what definitely NOT to ...
Apr 12, 2022•24 min•Ep. 111
For decades upon decades, we as women have been conditioned that if we want to lead, if we want to be powerful, if we want to be taken seriously, we need to be strong, show less emotion, be ruthless, be less caring. Basically, we have been taught to leave our femininity behind as it is a sign of weakness and step toward being more masculine. Thankfully, we know better know, or at least we are starting to. In this episode, we go into why we stepped away from our femininity leaving behind some of ...
Mar 21, 2022•36 min•Ep. 110
Today you and I are building a bridge between your natural instincts, the ones that you were born with and bubble up inside of you every single day, and your emotions, all those up and down emotions you are feeling. Once we can build that bridge together, it is time to start our training to develop your killer instincts. We go into why we need to work on our instincts, how it ties into our emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing, how to tune into them, and the three things you need to know if ...
Mar 03, 2022•20 min•Ep. 109
At the beginning of each year, you and I have a tradition of sitting down with Dr. Gregory Schwartz, the Planet Doctor, and talking about how our individual health is linked to what has been happening around the world this past year. Join Greg and me as we dive into our favorite topic . . . understanding you in a new light! You can learn more about Greg's work on his site , through his Instagram page, learn about his 6-week challenge , or you can check out his new book, Bright Green Future. Wish...
Jan 19, 2022•43 min•Ep. 108
Do you have a winter weight? Do you have a summer one? This time of year after the holidays and celebrations have wrapped up, after that ball drops on New Year's Eve, we might start thinking about getting into some sort of wellness routine, but there is something that you need to know first. In this episode, you and I walk through who experiences a winter/summer weight change, and who doesn't. We look at why this happens, what is going on in our beautiful bodies during this time, and how to look...
Jan 06, 2022•34 min•Ep. 107
If you need a little help forming some selfcare goals and sticking to them, boy, do I have the 1-page resource for you. In this part 2 of 2 episodes on this topic, I walk you through the 1-pager that I've developed over the past 20 years that tackles the 13 wellness categories for your emotions, mental, physical, energetic and social goals. This episode is a part two of two (so be sure to look for episode 105) as I walk you through each of the 13 essential categories and how to EASILY get your d...
Dec 18, 2021•35 min•Ep. 106
If you need a little help forming some selfcare goals and sticking to them, boy, do I have the 1-page resource for you. In this episode, I walk you through the 1-pager that I've developed over the past 20 years that tackles the 13 wellness categories for your emotions, mental, physical, energetic and social goals. This episode is a part one of two (so be sure to look for episode 106) as I walk you through each of the 13 essential categories and how to EASILY get your daily self-care habits and g...
Nov 18, 2021•45 min•Ep. 105
So you love chocolate? Me too! You want to dive further into this passion? You want to pretend that you are standing in the midst of a cacao field taking in every smell, sound, and sight that is the world of chocolate? When I got you. Today the amazing Ryan Berk, owner of Parliament Chocolate, and I walk you through everything you need to know to take your chocolate appreciation up a notch. Let's dive in . . . To learn more about Parliament Chocolate and the work that Ryan and his team do, visit...
Oct 29, 2021•36 min•Ep. 104
In this episode, I walked you through a recent spirit animal journey I had so you can see what this type of practice might bring your spiritual journey as we search for wisdom, peace and healing. In this journey a handful of the pieces of wisdom we were shown include: examining your shadow understanding the role of our shadows or traumas realizing how our gifts come to the surface the role of sunset, sunrise and solar noon the routine to practice at solar noon the importance of your shadow how w...
Oct 22, 2021•25 min•Ep. 103
For nearly a decade I would have called myself a very happy coffee addict. My two cups of morning coffee was sacred, a critical piece of my self-care, practically a religion really, then everything changed. In this episode I take you through my journey from coffee addict to matcha Momma and we look at the benefits of each, why you might consider switching over, how my first few days and weeks went in the transition and what changes I noticed pretty much immediately. In this episode I also chatte...
Oct 14, 2021•28 min•Ep. 102
I bet you have never thought of a witch as a self-care expert. Well, maybe it is time we change that. Since we are well into the fall and Halloween is right around the corner I thought it was fitting to look to our cackling, cauldron-stirring sisters for some wisdom on how to take our self-care up a notch. In this episode I did chat about some of my favourite cauldron concoctions (I am talking about my root chakra nourishing soups), so here is my mini eCookbook I promised I'd share with you witc...
Oct 06, 2021•19 min•Ep. 101
Before we dive into today's episode, I have to say WOW! AHHHHH! Look at us . . . We did it! This is our official 100th episode. There is no way I can thank you all enough for being here, listening to this episodes, taking the time to reach out to me afterward with follow up questions. You are amazing! The last 3.5 years would not have been possible without every single one of you, so THANK YOU!!!!!! Okay, today's episode is brought to you courtesy of one of YOU! Mostly because you all ask the be...
Sep 17, 2021•32 min•Ep. 100
At mile 9.5 I walked to the side of the road. I took my shoes and socks off, and I quit. There was no way I was going to finish this half marathon. I'm not a runner. What was I thinking when I registered for this four months back? That was a few days ago and even though my feet haven't fully forgiven me yet, somehow I am sitting here holding my finisher's medal. In this episode, I'll walk you through the journey of this run and highlight a new selfceare term: forest breathing. What is it? How to...
Sep 10, 2021•19 min•Ep. 99
What is the difference between your emotional health and your mental health? Aren't they just the same thing? In this episode I walk you through how and why they are totally different topics and both deserve your time and attention. I walk you through a simple emotional check-in practice that I do with my clients, family and friends all the time. We chatted about how there is actually no such thing as a positive or negative emotion and and I walked you through the emotions that reside in our fir...
Aug 26, 2021•27 min•Ep. 98
As we are hitting the height of the summer heat, how are you feeling? Are you loving every minute of this, or are you finding yourself a little more out-of-sorts than the norm and craving for that cooler weather that rights around the corner? Whatever you answer is, there is a reason behind it and it has a lot to do with your specific wellness type. Join me in this episode as I walk you through the identifying with wellness type you are and what to do if you (or someone you love) is not naturall...
Aug 16, 2021•16 min•Ep. 97
June is here and my producer Matt asked me on to a program over on DeanBlundell.com to talk about this podcast, health, what we might have experienced during the pandemic, and how to shop. Many of these subjects were discussed in depth in my previous episodes, but with a whole new audience coming on board, we thought we would offer some of the top line information. As mentioned, the show was recorded live and you can see it on our Facebook page. It is also on the Network YouTube page. To join Ma...
Jun 09, 2021•35 min•Ep. 96
Mother's Day is a day that has the potential to rouse so many different emotions in everyone; everything from elation to heartbreak is possible depending on who you're speaking to. This day can offer an opportunity to celebrate, honour, and show our appreciation for the women who have shaped us. May is the month of transformation, on which some people thrive, while others hold on for dear life. Let's honour each other and our experiences by opening ourselves to others' stories of all types, whet...
May 13, 2021•14 min•Ep. 95
When your heart and mind start to race and you know you need a bit more TLC, what do you do? In this episode, I walk you through the 5 self-care elements and how you can use them to help you when you do feel you are starting to spin and step away from your place of balance. Together, we walk through your . . . • Earth element, • Water element, • Fire element, • Air element, and your • Ether element. If you have any follow up questions from this episode, you can reach me on Instagram at @marla.ba...
Apr 29, 2021•15 min•Ep. 94
Do you eat food? Seems like a crazy questions, right? But the answer to this question might come as a shock to you. Plus, what is a food-like substance anyways and if it isn't food, what is it? In this episode, you and I head to the grocery store. We walk the aisles and we explore how our food once upon a time started to change into food-like substances. Wishing you so much love and light, Dear Friend - Marla To join Marla's Wellness Insiders' email group, you can follow the link here . See Priv...
Apr 22, 2021•16 min•Ep. 93
So are you ready to add a new layer to our selfcare routine? Do you naturally gravitate to things that are sparkly? Or do you want to bring in million-year-old earthing grounding tools into your healing environment. Well, let's look no further and becoming head-over-heels obsessed in the world of crystals. But there is so many? What do each of them mean? Where do I start. No worries, I've got you covered. In this episode, I go through my top three tips for anyone wanting to dive further into the...
Apr 15, 2021•19 min•Ep. 92
I think we have all felt a significant transition or emotional switch over during the past year for a boatload of reasons. One of those reasons may have been written in the stars millenniums ago as we recently moved into the Age of Aquarius. What is this age? What does it mean for you? How is this currently impacting your day-to-day life? This is what Matt Taylor, karmic astrologist, I discussed in this episode for you. To learn more about Matt, you can visits website , or on Instagram or Facebo...
Apr 01, 2021•47 min•Ep. 91
Is this your personality type? Man, if it is - honey smokes are you gifted! Nearly 30 years ago psychologist Elaine Aron coined the personality type "Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)". Since then we have seen that almost one in five of us fall into this gifted group of individuals. But how do you know if either you or something you know is an HSP? Join me in this week's conservation with Julie Staub, holistic wellness coach, HSP and HSP mentor and facilitator. To learn more about Julie and her work...
Mar 25, 2021•32 min•Ep. 90
Well, spring is officially in the air, so are you ready? Does this season made your heart SING or are you more of a "blah" for springtime? Well, there is a reason for that. In this episode, you and I look at the wellness body mind types and how each of them move and flow into this season. We chat a bit about the two chakras that tend to SHINE for you the time of year, then I lead you through 3 selfcare things we can all easily do to make sure that we are ready for all of those springtime feels. ...
Mar 07, 2021•17 min•Ep. 89
As each day passes, more people around the globe are choosing to explore the plant-based or vegan lifestyle. Everyone's "why" for contemplating this switch is different. Everyone's story is unique. This week I wanted to introduce you to one of these amazingly unique individuals. John Rush is a professional football player. He is the embodiment of a "man's man" - naturally athletic, loves his pups and the outdoors, probably someone you can imagine having steak and potatoes for dinner most nights ...
Feb 18, 2021•37 min•Ep. 88
How do you speak to yourself? What do you say when you look in the mirror? What has society confidences you "beauty" is and do you fit into that definition. I don't. Actually, I don't know anyone that does. In today's episode I sat down with the GREAT Teri Hofford - body image and mindset coach, boudoir photographer, and author of the new book The Geode Theory. Teri and I chatted about why we look at our bodies the way we do, where that stems from, her farm life, to teaching in Korean for a few ...
Feb 04, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 87
I am often asked this question "I want to work on my selfcare. What is the one thing I need to do first?" Oh, Honey, I've got you, because there is one thing that is HUGE. It doesn't have anything to do with food, drinking water, meditating, doing yoga, sleeping well, working to stay away from too much technology. Nope, it doesn't have to do with taking supplements, pills, powders, actually, it doesn't cost a penny to do. And it only takes a minute to do and you only have to do it once in your l...
Jan 28, 2021•15 min•Ep. 86
I had been practicing yoga for over 20 years before I started to dig into the rich stories and history of each pose. What were they individually trying to teach us? What little pieces of wisdom were hidden in between the "rise up through your crown" and the " twist as you exhale" moves. In today's episode, I wanted to look at yoga and helping you through those times when - GRRRR - you are so angry you could kick something, so you and I are about to walk through a 6-pose yoga pose story of rage, ...
Jan 21, 2021•45 min•Ep. 85
Well, it has been about a year since we checked in with one of our favourite doctors, none other than Dr. Gregory Schwartz, THE Planet doctor. As Dr. Greg has told us before in the last episode we taped with him, the health of the planet and your personal health are joined at the hip, so let's dive into this episode and get caught up with what has been shaking down on the planet Earth in 2020 while we were all focusing on the pandemic and the US election, as there is a LOT to cover. As I mention...
Jan 14, 2021•56 min•Ep. 84
What time is that big meeting you have today? And why are you hungry now? And when do you need to start powering down at night? In today's episode, I walk you through a full day from the time you peak open those cute eyes in the morning until you head to bed at night as we chat about the natural energy cycles that take us all through the day. You will look at planning your days in a whole new light after this helpful episode. Do like, comment and share this episode. To join Marla's Wellness Insi...
Jan 07, 2021•20 min•Ep. 83
Ready to set your goals like a yogi? With New Year's Eve right around the corner and resolutions and your goals for 2021 top of mind, I wanted to walk you through the 12 yogi goal setting areas which work up through your seven main chakras or energy centres. This is YOUR resource so whenever you find yourself in a place where you are ready to take stock of where you want to go and where you are now, you always have this handy check-in and yogi goal assessment at your fingertips. Let's yogi-up th...
Dec 30, 2020•28 min•Ep. 82
