Episode 301: From Chia Seeds to No Coffee - 14 Ways I'm Uplifting My Life
Release Date: 09/24/2024
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info_outlineFlute 360 | Episode 301: "From Chia Seeds to No Coffee - 14 Ways I'm Uplifting My Life"
In Episode 301 of Flute 360, Dr. Heidi Kay Begay returns after a short break to share personal updates and 14 practical ways she's uplifting her life. From nutritional tweaks to self-care habits, this episode is packed with wellness tips that can inspire your daily routine. Whether it's a creative smoothie recipe, replacing coffee with healthier alternatives, or ways to reduce inflammation, Heidi walks us through simple lifestyle changes that make a big difference.
You'll also hear about the importance of tuning into your body and how these adjustments can help you become more present and energized in your music and life.
Main Points:
- Mind, Body, and Spirit Alignment: Dr. Heidi shares how she's focusing on her well-being—mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. The importance of taking charge of one's health, from adding magnesium to evening rituals to boosting energy with healthy fats, is emphasized.
- No More Coffee: After 75 days without coffee, Heidi reveals how eliminating it has reduced her anxiety and irritability.
- Simple Wellness Routines: From flax seed drinks to chia seed puddings, Dr. Heidi offers tips to help reduce inflammation and nourish the body with natural, easily accessible ingredients.
- Creative Breakthroughs Through New Hobbies: Stepping out of the practice room and experiencing life, whether through crocheting or hiking, can inject fresh creativity into your artistry.
- Natural Remedies for Flutists: Discover how citrus fruits, kiwi skin, and collagen drinks can be game-changers for your health and overall well-being.
The 14 Things Dr. Heidi Is Loving Right Now:
- Leading the Way Podcast with Dr. Michael Youssef: Biblical wisdom and spiritual grounding through podcast episodes. Click here to listen!
- Cinnamon Sticks to deter fruit flies: A mess-free way to keep your kitchen fresh. Click here to purchase!
- Magnesium Supplement (Calm): A nightly drink mix to help with relaxation and reduce anxiety. Click here to start drinking!
- Flax Seeds Drink: A natural anti-inflammatory concoction. Click here to purchase!
- Chia Seed Pudding: A healthy, energy-boosting breakfast made with coconut milk. Click here to get some chia seeds!
- Collagen Supplements: For healthy skin, hair, joints, and overall wellness. Click here to purchase!
- Lemon Smoothie with Collagen: A refreshing and anti-inflammatory drink packed with natural sugars, vitamin C, and added collagen.
- Fish Oil & Creatine Supplements: To boost cognitive function and muscle health, especially as we age. Fish oil – click here! Creatine Supplements – click here!
- Immunity Shot (Olive Oil, Lemon, Cayenne Pepper): A simple immunity booster.
- No Coffee: After 75 days, Heidi shares how cutting out coffee has reduced her anxiety and irritability.
- Journaling: A daily practice for self-reflection, goal tracking, and mental clarity. Journals – click here!
- Sea Moss Supplement: Packed with 92 essential minerals, it supports overall health and reduces inflammation. Click here for sea moss!
- Quick Lunch Recipe: This quick and nutritious meal consists of quinoa, black beans, avocado, cumin, salt, pepper, and lime.
- Kiwi with Skin On: Eating kiwi with the skin to boost fiber intake and cleanse the body.
Call to Action:
- Register now for the Flute 360 Accelerator Program happening this Saturday, September 28th, 2024!
- Join Dr. Heidi Kay Begay and special guest Dr. Katherine Emeneth for a session filled with valuable insights on studio recruitment, retention, and flutist career growth.
- The live session is scheduled from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM CT. Links to register are below for all three tiers! The deadline is Friday, 09/27/24!
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