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  • Danielle and Whitney sit down with holistic sleep coach Morgan Adams, who helps women reclaim restful nights without relying on sleep medication. Having personally battled insomnia and prescription sleep aid dependency for nearly a decade, Morgan now shares her expert insights and science-backed tools to help others transform their sleep. As a two-time breast cancer survivor, she also brings a unique perspective on the role of sleep in overall wellness and disease prevention.

    Morgan shares: 

    The biggest sleep disruptors and how to overcome them

    Her personal journey from insomnia and medication dependency to deep, restorative sleep

    Her go-to sleep rituals and lifestyle shifts for better rest

    How sleep plays a vital role in disease prevention and long-term health

    Practical steps to build a better relationship with sleep—starting tonight


    Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/8KOLVXqJChY

    About Morgan: Morgan Adams is a transformative holistic sleep coach who empowers women to conquer their battle with sleepless nights, without reliance on sleep medications. With her powerful sleep toolkit, Morgan not only ensures that women experience a profound enhancement in their sleep quality, but she also guides them in rekindling their relationship with sleep, paving the way for less stressful and more fulfilling days. Having struggled with insomnia and dependency on prescription sleeping pills for almost a decade, Morgan intimately understands the profound impact sleep has on one’s quality of life.

    Morgan’s resilience shines bright as a two-time breast cancer survivor. This experience fueled her advocacy for a lifestyle rooted in disease prevention. Her wisdom and guidance extend far beyond just sleep, as she champions holistic well-being in all aspects of life.

  • Danielle and Whitney sit down with Michael Norton, an award-winning behavioral scientist, professor at Harvard Business School, and author of The Ritual Effect, about the surprising and versatile power of rituals. Michael delves into the profound impact that rituals can have on our daily lives, relationships, and overall well-being.


    Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/Kn5a6wLAON8


    Michael shares: 

    The crucial differences between habits and rituals.

    How rituals add meaning and emotional depth to our actions.

    Guidance on how to intentionally design rituals in both personal and work settings.

    The role of rituals in strengthening relationships.

    Insights on how rituals can aid in navigating significant life transitions, providing structure and meaning during times of change.



    About Michael: Michael Norton is a Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School. Dr. Norton’s research on topics ranging from the hazards of humble-bragging to the rewards of matchmaking and volunteering has been published in top academic journals as well as popular media outlets such as the Wall Street Journal, CNN, Forbes, and the New York Times. He co-authored Happy Money with Elizabeth Dunn, which was named by the Washington Post as a “Book Every Leader Should Read.” He received his Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Princeton University. Visit https://michaelnorton.com/ for additional information, video, and more.

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  • Danielle and Whitney engage in an insightful conversation with Dr. Taz Bhatia, a board-certified integrative medicine physician, wellness expert, and founder of CentreSpring MD. Dr. Taz shares her insights on navigating the complexities of hormonal shifts, practical strategies for maintaining vitality and energy through different life stages, and ultimately how not to experience the menopause your mom experienced. 


    This episode was recorded in front of a virtual live audience as part of our Sakara Talk Series. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/1X6mr1P5Ky4 


    Dr. Taz shares: 

    How hormonal fluctuations impact energy levels and overall well-being. 

    How to recognize these hormonal changes.

    Practical advice to support hormonal balance and enhance vitality.

    The effects of stress on hormones and effective strategies to mitigate its impact.

    Guidance through different hormonal phases, from puberty to menopause.



    About Dr. Taz: 
    As a pioneer in merging systems of medicine together, double board certified integrative medicine physician Dr. Taz Bhatia is on a mission to provide the world with true, holistic medicine that combines a unique integration of science, spirit, and the human experience. Faced with personal health challenges in her twenties and a health care system that was dismissive, Dr. Taz turned to nutrition, homeopathy and Eastern medical wisdom for answers. What she found was a wealth of information not yet taught in conventional medical schools. Passionate to share this new knowledge, she opened CentreSpringMD in Atlanta, a nationally recognized holistic and integrative medical practice designed to treat the whole family. Fifteen years later, Dr. Taz has scaled the practice and opened locations in LA and NYC, along with an expanded global telehealth platform. A veteran media and television contributor, she currently serves as a TODAY contributor, First for Women columnist, and a FOX5 news expert. Her recent book, The Hormone Shift, named by Book Riot as one of “The Best Menopause Books,” landed at #1 in Amazon’s coveted Best Sellers Ranking List and exploded in popularity garnering worldwide attention. The book is now available in India and Portugal, with more countries to come, helping to fuel the growth of her international telehealth business. From primary care to chronic disease management and specialty care, Dr. Taz has led the growth of CentreSpringMD from a solo provider practice with 2 employees to a multi clinic company with 4 locations and a global telehealth platform with over 50 employees. Dr. Taz’s clinics continue to garner medical awards, including Best Georgia practice and Atlanta’s Top Doc recognitions.

  • Danielle Duboise sits down with Dan Kittredge, organic farmer and founder of the Bionutrient Food Association, to explore the profound connection between soil health, nutrient density, and human well-being. They discuss how our food choices impact not only our personal health but also the health of the planet, and how small shifts in agriculture and consumer habits can drive systemic change. Dan also shares groundbreaking insights on measuring food quality and how we can reclaim a relationship with nature through what we eat.


    Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/wmVZzWDb_NE 


    Dan shares: 

    Why not all organic or conventional food is created equal.

    How soil health directly influences the nutritional value of our food.

    Dan’s work in developing technology to measure food quality.

    Practical tips on finding the most nourishing food, even before advanced testing tools become widely available.



    About Dan Kittredge: Dan Kittredge is the founder and executive director of the Bionutrient Food Association and a leading advocate for nutrient density in agriculture. Dan Kittredge has been an organic farmer for more than 30 years and is the founder and executive director of the Bionutrient Food Association (BFA), a non-profit whose mission is to “increase quality in the food supply.” Known as one of the leading proponents of “nutrient density,” Dan works to demonstrate the connections between soil health, plant health, and human health. Out of these efforts was born the Bionutrient Institute, which has engineered a prototype of a hand-held consumer spectrometer designed to test nutrient density at point of purchase. Via the Bionutrient Meter, the goal is to empower consumers to choose for nutrient quality and thereby leverage economic incentives to drive full system regeneration. 


    Visit https://bionutrient.org/ for more information about Dan's work and the Bionutrient Food Association.

  • Join Danielle and Whitney for an intimate conversation as they unveil Sakara’s new supplement line—featuring Daily Elixir, Cell Reset, Metabolism Bite, and Night Service. They explore the science behind these powerful formulations, breaking down how each supplement supports longevity, optimal health, and vibrant well-being. Learn why supplementation is essential in today’s world, how to seamlessly incorporate these blends into your daily routine, and the transformative benefits they offer—from cellular nourishment to metabolic support and deep, restorative rest.


    Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/HKZb08FiqMw 


    Try our new supplements line to nourish and thrive every day: https://www.sakara.com/collections/new-arrivals

  • In this episode, Tracee Stanley dives into the profound impact of rituals that nurture rest, exploring how these practices can help us unravel the stresses of daily life and unlock the creative potential and answers we’ve been seeking. She discusses the power of rest, the practice of undoing, and how to build a relationship with rest that supports deeper clarity. At Sakara, we know how essential deep rest is for overall wellness, which is why we’ve been working on something new to help support relaxation and better sleep. Stay tuned for more details soon!


    This episode was recorded in front of a virtual live audience as part of our Sakara Talk Series. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/JwBxZWfbPJU


    Tracee shares:

    The importance of rituals in creating rest and how they differ from unconscious habits

    Understanding Yoga Nidra and how it helps the ego fall asleep while the soul awakens

    How to cultivate a loving and sacred practice that nurtures rest and equanimity

    The role of sleep and liminal space in unlocking creativity and finding answers

    How to feel worthy of rest and create rituals for yourself to invite deep relaxation



    About Tracee:
    Tracee Stanley is the author of the bestselling books Radiant Rest: Yoga Nidra for Deep Relaxation and Awakened Clarity and The Luminous Self: Sacred Yogic Practices & Rituals to Remember Who You Are (Shambhala Publications). Tracee is the founder of Empowered Life Circle, a sacred community and portal of practices, rituals, and Tantric teachings inspired by more than 28 years of studentship in Sri Vidya Tantra and the teachings of the Himalayan Masters. As a post lineage teacher, Tracee is devoted to sharing the wisdom of yoga nidra, rest, meditation, self-inquiry, nature as a teacher, and ancestor reverence. Tracee holds certificates from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Advanced Eco-Therapy, New Thinking, Best Practices, and Emerging Modalities and a certificate in Advanced Ecopsychology. Tracee is gifted in illuminating the magic and power found in liminal space and weaving devotion and practice into daily life. Find out more about Tracee at traceestanley.com.

  • Danielle and Whitney sit down with tantric teacher, creator of the VITA™ Method and “sexpert extraordinaire”, Layla Martin to discuss all things sexual sovereignty and spiritual power. Layla unveils how to find the map inside yourself where sexual power restores, heart power, creative power, and then eventually spiritual sovereignty takes over. She shares how all of us are capable of spiritual wisdom and spiritual activation, and provides helpful tips and tricks to attract what you need and reconnect with your sexual empowerment. 


    Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/D5_tqzNUtCM 


    Layla shares: 

    What sexual empowerment is

    What it means to truly love your body and harness your sexual worth

    Where sexuality and spirituality become one

    Uncovering shame around sexual pleasure

    How to attract what and who you need

    What will block you from a high-quality partnership




    About Layla: 
    Layla Martin has been called the “Headmistress of Pleasure” by Women’s Health and a “Sexpert Extraordinaire” by Cosmopolitan. With over 20 years of Tantric practice, extensive studies in human sexuality at Stanford University, the development of her innovative VITA™ Method, and tens of thousands of paying clients, Layla is a recognized authority on sacred sexuality and tantra, sexual empowerment, manifesting through orgasm, healing and transformation, and tantric partnerships.

  • Danielle and Whitney sit down with the renowned Dr. Leigh Erin Connealy to understand how to take control of your control panel, your health and your life. Dr. Connealy discusses her personal stories with family, drugs and her road to becoming a doctor. As a doctor, Dr. Connealy tells us what doctors aren't telling us. She shares easy steps to understand if you have cancer, cancer prevention tips, and lifestyle support to thrive. She unveils how to find joy in healthcare decisions. 


    This episode was recorded in front of a virtual live audience as part of our Sakara Talk Series. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/fdsvS8DS_rQ 


    Dr. Connealy shares:

    The truths about cancer 

    How to be in control of your control panel

    How to not become your problem, but to take your problem as a learning opportunity to thrive

    The impact of sugar, anxiety and our longevity

    Epigenetics and top tips for staying healthy

    Holistic approach to hormones and hormone health 



    About Dr. Connealy: A leader in the Integrative Medicine space, Dr. Connealy is known for her patient-first approach and for her focus on preventing cancer through addressing patients and their lifestyle habits, rather than just the disease. She is the medical director of The Cancer Center for Healing and The Center for New Medicine which sees patients from all over the world. Dr. Connealy is the author of The Cancer Revolution and Be Perfectly Healthy, and for the past ten years, she has been named one of the top 50 integrative doctors in the country. Dr. Connealy's mission is to share her knowledge with her community to help others be in control of their control panel and live their best, and longest lives.

  • Danielle and Whitney sit down with wellness expert and founder of Melissa Wood Health, Melissa Wood-Tepperberg, to discuss what it means to awaken your inner light, form true strength from within, and truly enjoy living in the body you have. They dive into the various stages of life as a woman and how these stages can affect and enlighten you.


    This episode was recorded in front of a virtual live audience as part of our Sakara Talk Series. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/RHinihH5qwQ


    Melissa shares:

    Manifestation and mindfulness practices

    Finding your inner voice 

    Creating a body you want 

    Life and movement after kids 

    Staying motivated through it all 



    About Melissa: Melissa Wood-Tepperberg, Founder and CEO of MWH and host of the Move With Heart Podcast, is a motivational speaker, meditation teacher, certified yoga and pilates instructor, and certified health coach. She is beloved by the diverse community she’s cultivated through her unique approach to fitness and mindfulness over the years. An innate digital entrepreneur, Melissa began filming and sharing her workouts from her living room using only an iPhone and simple tripod in 2015. Her accessible approach and broad content offering inspires others to strengthen their mind and body by consistently committing to wellness. The first MWH app launched in 2019, and the MWH platform has a growing library of 750+ workouts, meditations and recipes, offering something for everyone at every point in their journey. A profound thought-leader, Melissa and MWH have been featured on LIVE with Kelly and Ryan, GMA, The Today Show, Forbes, Fortune and more. In addition to expanding the platform and continuing to innovate in the fitness and wellness space, Melissa is a wife and mother to two beautiful children. She currently resides in New York City.

  • Danielle and Whitney sit down with nutrition scientist, educator and author Dr. Deanna Minich to discuss how vast detoxification is. They dive into nature's pathways, what it truly means to eat the rainbow and carefully define each color of the rainbow when it comes to our plates. They share more about the impact of what we input versus what we output and how plants can be our divine healers.

    Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/i4YHRaOGW38

    And try our new and improved Level II: Detox to live and feel the results yourself: https://www.sakara.com/nutrition/detox

  • Danielle and Whitney sit down one-on-one to answer the commonly asked questions about detoxification. They demystify detoxing and share how it is something that can be done healthfully. They share how to not weaponize it or abuse it and dive into how detoxing is about resetting your body. They unveil why detoxing is a part of Sakara and share more about Sakara’s philosophy around detoxing.


    Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/NXp_b2fYvHo


    Try our new and improved Level II: Detox to live and feel the results yourself: https://www.sakara.com/nutrition/detox

  • Danielle and Whitney sit down with New York Times bestselling author, thought leader, and motivational speaker Gabby Bernstein to discuss what it means to show up for yourself and become your own inner healer. 

    This episode was recorded in front of a virtual live audience as part of our Sakara Talk Series. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/wekWcEPkAmY 


    Gabby shares: 

    The effects of trauma on self-love 

    How to become your own inner healer 

    What it means to live with ease

    What it looks like to trust my inner guidance system

    What is feels like to have a spiritual faith that is unshakeable

    The four-step process to recognize self with a capital S



    About Gabby:
    For more than eighteen years, Gabby Bernstein has been transforming lives—including her own. The #1 New York Times bestselling author has penned ten books, including Self Help (coming December 2024). Gabby was featured on Oprah’s SuperSoul Sunday as a “new thought leader.” The New York Times identified Gabby as “a role model for a new generation of spiritual seekers.” From her start hosting intimate conversations with twenty people in her New York City apartment, Gabby has grown to speaking to tens of thousands in sold-out venues throughout the world.

  • Danielle and Whitney sit down with holistic esthetician (and longtime member of the Sakara community) Shelly Marshall to discuss all things skin health, and Shelly shares tangible tips to add face yoga to your at-home skin care routine. 

    This episode was recorded in front of a virtual live audience as part of our Sakara Talk Series. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel for a demonstration of Shelly’s face yoga tips here: https://youtu.be/TQxgnbfcnio

    Shelly shares: 

    The importance of the health of our skin tissues as a foundation 

    The intersection of science and spirit when it comes to treating your skin 

    How face yoga stretches and strengthens muscles throughout the face

    Where to start and what to expect in terms of results from face yoga 

    Her thoughts on injectables 

    Her go-to foods to support healthy skin 


    About Shelly Marshall: 
    Shelly Marshall is the founder of Beauty Shamans Skincare and the Skin Within Studio, an online space that guides members through relaxing and empowering self-care rituals using self massage, reflexology, face yoga, and the ancient art of Gua Sha. With a background in nursing, her approach to skincare is clean, clinical, and holistic. Her methods and philosophy have helped people around the world discover their inner healer, using skincare rituals as a tool for achieving greater health and radiant beauty. 

  • Danielle and Whitney sit down with renowned physician and scientist Dr. William Li to discuss the critical foundation for longevity, and how natural whole plant-based foods do the work for you. 

    This episode was recorded as part of our Sakara Talk Series. Check out the video version on the Sakara Life YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/oeEO5JaKKQk

    Dr. Li shares: 

    The relationship between a plant-based diet and overall health

    What causes inflammation (plus a few surprising causes) and the downstream effects of inflammation 

    How plants counteract inflammation in the body 

    The value of complete nutrient diversity and a colorful plate 

    The correlation between inflammation and weight gain 


    About Dr. William Li: 

    Dr. William Li is an internationally renowned physician, scientist and author of the New York Times bestseller “Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself” and “Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer.”  

    His groundbreaking research has led to the development of more than 40 new medical treatments that impact care for more than 70 diseases including diabetes, blindness, heart disease and obesity. 

    His TED Talk, “Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?” has garnered more than 11 million views. He is also the President and Medical Director of the Angiogenesis Foundation, and he is leading global initiatives on food as medicine. 

  • Danielle and Whitney sit down with plant-based chef, fitness enthusiast, and motivational speaker Babette Davis, who at 73, shares her spiritual and health journey to motivate others to take control of their diets, habits, and mindset at any age.  

    Babette shares: 

    Her experience with childhood abuse and later addiction 

    Her introduction to a plant-based lifestyle 

    A mantra for tackling obstacles 

    The myth of a “perfect” life

    Her experience through menopause and as a postmenopausal woman 

    How she defines her decades 

    A few of her favorite plant-based staples 


    About Babette Davis:
    Babette Davis is a globally recognized plant-based chef, fitness enthusiast and motivational speaker who calls Inglewood, CA home. She pioneered the first plant-based restaurant, “Stuff I Eat” in her community in the early 2000’s where she still receives visitors from around the world. 
    Babette was recently featured on the Tamron Hall show doing an Eight Minute plank and talking about her health journey. Her goal is to share knowledge with others and be a catalyst to get people moving. 

  • Danielle and Whitney sat down with epigenetic pioneer Dr. Ben Lynch to discuss epigenetics and what we can do to understand and impact how our genes are expressed. 

    Dr. Ben Lynch shares: 

    A look into the field of epigenetics

    The concept of “Dirty Genes” and the role of nutrition in how these genes function

    The biggest misconceptions when it comes to our genes 

    Understanding and interpreting genetic testing 

    The best way to fix a genetic variation 



    About Dr. Ben Lynch: 
    Dr. Lynch is a naturopathic doctor and the best-selling author of Dirty Genes: A Breakthrough Program to Treat the Root Cause of Illness and Optimize Your Health.

    Dr. Ben Lynch discovered the power of epigenetics in 2008 and never looked back. While helping people recover from exposure to industrial chemicals, heavy metals, and other environmental toxins, he discovered the role genes play in the whole process and quickly realized that there was a huge gap between what geneticists published in their research papers and what medical providers practiced with patients. Dr. Lynch has since made it his mission to bring cutting edge science into the doctor’s office. 

  • Danielle sat down with bestselling author, life coach, and speaker Martha Beck to talk about anxiety, what it is, and how to channel the energy behind anxiety into creativity so that you can live your higher purpose. 

    Martha Beck shares: 

    The meaning of true nature, and how to get to know yours 

    The difference between fear and anxiety 

    How to identify an anxiety spiral, and what to do about it 

    How creativity can silence anxiety 

    The psychology of living your purpose 



    About Martha Beck: 
    Martha Beck is a bestselling author, life coach, and speaker. She has spent a lifetime offering powerful, practical, and entertaining teachings that help people improve every aspect of their lives. She holds three Harvard degrees in social science, and Oprah Winfrey has called her “one of the smartest women I know.” Martha is a passionate and engaging speaker, known for her unique combination of science, humor, and spirituality. For over two decades she has been, in the words of NPR and USA Today, “the best-known life coach in America.” Her published works include over 150 magazine articles and several self help books and memoirs, including New York Times and international bestsellers Finding Your Own North Star, The Joy Diet, and Expecting Adam. Her recent book, The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self, was an instant New York Times Best Seller and Oprah’s Book Club selection. Martha’s next book, Beyond Anxiety: Curiosity, Creativity, and Finding Your Life’s Purpose, is expected in early 2025.

  • Today Danielle and Whitney sit down with Byron Katie to talk about her process to help millions of people heal their own suffering through a process of self-inquiry known as The Work.

    Byron Katie shares:
    • Her moment of enlightenment on the cause of all suffering
    • Insight on the connection between the ego and our suffering
    • How to practice the process of self-inquiry
    • A perspective shift on forgiveness

    About Byron Katie:
    In 1986, at the bottom of a ten-year spiral into depression and self-loathing, Byron Katie woke up one morning in a state of joy. She realized that when she believed her stressful thoughts, she suffered, but that when she questioned them, she didn’t suffer, and that this is true for every human being. Her simple yet powerful process of self-inquiry, which she calls The Work, consists of four questions and the turnaround, which is a way of experiencing the opposite of what you believe.

    Her books include the bestselling Loving What Is now in a revised edition, I Need Your Love—Is That True?, A Thousand Names for Joy, and A Mind at Home with Itself. For more information, visit thework.com.

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byron.katie

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  • Join us today for an encore of our conversation with Dr. Taz Bhatia from our Hormonal Health Series. Danielle, Whitney, and Dr. Bhatia discuss navigating the complex world of hormonal shifts, discovering how to maintain your vitality and energy through different life stages with practical strategies for supporting your hormonal health.

    Dr. Taz shares:

    How hormonal changes impact our energy and well-being

    Nutritional and lifestyle tips for balancing hormones

    Strategies for managing stress and its effect on hormones

    The importance of personalized medicine in hormonal health

    Practical advice for staying vibrant through hormonal shifts


    About Dr. Taz Bhatia:
    Dr. Taz Bhatia is a board-certified integrative medicine physician specializing in women's health, weight loss, and nutrition. As the author of several holistic health books, she is committed to helping her patients achieve optimal vitality through personalized, integrative care.

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

    Produced by Hangar Studios

  • Today we revisit one of Danielle’s favorite solo interviews with renowned gastroenterologist, Dr. Will Bulsiewicz. Dr. Bulsiewicz explains how fiber is the unsung hero of our diets, with the ability to revolutionize our digestive health, weight management, and overall wellness.

    Dr. Bulsiewicz shares:

    The critical role of fiber in maintaining digestive health and preventing disease

    Fun and easy ways to add more fiber to your diet

    The science that makes fiber essential for wellness

    Inspiring stories of health transformations through fiber-rich diets


    About Dr. Will Bulsiewicz:
    Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, known as "Dr. B," is a board-certified gastroenterologist and the author of the bestselling book "Fiber Fueled." He is a passionate advocate for a plant-based, fiber-rich diet and is dedicated to helping people achieve optimal health through the power of nutrition.
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theguthealthmd/


    Produced by Hangar Studios