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Inside the Wild Woman Collective: Rituals, Nature, and Community with Nina Pullella

Wellness Pro Podcast with Cate Stillman

Release Date: 01/17/2025

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In this episode of Wellness Pro Academy, Cate Stillman connects with Nina Pullella, a Wellness Academy professional, Ayurvedic practitioner, and plant-based chef living in Oahu, Hawaii. As the founder of the Wild Woman Collective, Nina is on a mission to guide women to become their own healers by reconnecting with rituals, nature, and community. From moon ceremonies to Ayurvedic traditions, Nina shares her inspiring journey and offers insights into creating a meaningful and impactful wellness practice.

What You’ll Get Out of Tuning In

  1. Rediscover the Power of Rituals – Learn how to incorporate moon ceremonies and Ayurvedic practices into your life to reconnect with nature and your inner self. (00:11:36)

  2. Build Community Through Shared Experiences – Explore the importance of creating regional wellness collectives and fostering collaboration within your community. (00:18:07)

  3. Transformative Wellness Practices – Discover core practices like seasonal detoxing, food as medicine, and natural beauty rituals that help women thrive. (00:30:26)

  4. From Burnout to Thriving – Hear Nina’s candid reflections on overcoming burnout and building a high-impact, sustainable business model. (00:35:58:)

  5. Empowering Women as Leaders – Understand how bringing leadership opportunities to members strengthens community bonds and collective healing. (00:19:13)

Highlights

  1. Heritage and Healing: Nina shares how her Italian and Hawaiian cultural heritage shaped her love for food, rituals, and natural healing practices. (00:02:04)

  2. The Wild Woman Collective: Nina introduces her regional wellness club and explains how it empowers women through practices like lunar rituals, Yoni steams, and herbalism. (00:09:39)

  3. Confidence Through Action: Nina emphasizes the importance of starting small, experimenting with rituals, and growing confidence by taking consistent action. (00:28:45)

  4. Dynamic Wellness Practices: Learn about Nina’s six core competencies for her collective, including the Wise Woman, Thriving Woman, and Radiant Woman frameworks. (00:30:02)

Quotes

  1. "Culture pulls us away from rituals, but creating a community pulls us back into them." - Cate Stillman, 00:15:42

  2. "When you’re deeply nourished, what no longer serves you naturally falls away." - Nina Pullella, 00:32:59

  3. "The Wild Woman Collective is about helping women reconnect with their cycles, their community, and their natural power." Nina Pullella, 00:09:39

  4. "We thrive when every member of the community has a chance to lead and share their gifts." - Cate Stillman, 00:23:20

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Nina Pullella

Cate Stillman

Nina Pullella’s work with the Wild Woman Collective is a powerful reminder of the healing potential within every woman. By reconnecting with rituals, nature, and community, women can transform their lives and thrive. This episode is an invitation to take small steps toward personal healing and to create meaningful connections with others.