EnVibe Life Conversations
EnVibe Life exists to inspire the hearts, minds, and spirits of its community. Through insightful articles, motivational podcast conversations, and a curated selection of products, we seek to enkindle and support a lifestyle of wellness and joy for those with whom we connect. Welcome to the EnVibe community! We are glad you have joined us, and we want to get to know you. So, read, listen, shop…let us know who you are and how you feel. EnVibe is a lifestyle. It is a way of being. It is a way of living.
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Our Most Valuable Lessons
05/20/2022
Our Most Valuable Lessons
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations, Amy and Cheryl discuss their personal growth, the struggles that they have experienced, and the valuable lessons that they have learned over the past two seasons.
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Hospice, Palliative Care, and Advanced Directives with Dr. Denise Brown
05/13/2022
Hospice, Palliative Care, and Advanced Directives with Dr. Denise Brown
In this week’s episode of EnVibe Life Conversations, Amy and Cheryl are joined once again by Internal Medicine Physician, Dr. Denise Brown. Dr. Brown shares her vast experience in the areas of hospice and palliative care. They also discuss how advanced planning for end-of-life experiences and decisions can give patients and families greater peace of mind when the time comes. In this episode: 01:32 –Dr. Brown shares her personal experiences and how they fueled her passion to specialize in end of life care. 06:38 – What is hospice? 09:18 - What is palliative care? 11:01 – What is the difference between palliative care and hospice? 12:22 – Dr. Brown addresses common misconceptions surrounding hospice care. 14:26 – Death is a process. 20:24 – Dr. Brown talks about the process of hospice care and what patients and families can expect. 25:57 – DNRs (Do Not Resuscitate Orders), DNIs (Do Not Intubate Orders), and other advanced directives. 31:00 – The value of end-of-life planning. Dr. Denise Brown’s LinkedIn: EnVibe Life’s October 2021 podcast with Dr. Denise Brown:
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Red Carpet Skincare with Lord Gavin McLeod-Valentine of Augustinus Bader
05/06/2022
Red Carpet Skincare with Lord Gavin McLeod-Valentine of Augustinus Bader
Looking good and feeling good are often connected. Our outward appearance affects not only our physical confidence but our mental and emotional health as well. For this episode of EnVibe Life Conversations, Amy and Cheryl are joined by Lord Gavin McLeod-Valentine. Lord Gavin is a celebrity aesthetician and the in-house brand representative for Augustinus Bader. In this episode: 01:45 – Lord Gavin’s background and motivations. 08:57 – How people’s outward appearance is directly connected to their mental health. 11:27 – Lord Gavin discusses the importance of proper skincare. 19:46–Augustinus Bader, his products, and why they stand out among other skincare lines. 20:47 – Trigger Factor Complex (TFC) and how it revolutionized skincare products. 30:25 – Lord Gavin discusses why everyone should treat their skin as if they are celebrities in their own lives. To learn more about Augustinus Bader products, visit . For more of Lord Gavin’s tips, follow him on Instagram at @lordgmv.
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Our Lives, Passions, and Purposes
04/29/2022
Our Lives, Passions, and Purposes
For this episode of EnVibe Life Conversations, get to know Amy and Chery a little better…What are their backgrounds? What prompted them to start EnVibe Life? Amy and Cheryl discuss their purposes, their passions, and the things that are important in their lives. In this episode: 02:40 – Amy discusses her life, family, and background. 08:38 – What isAmypassionate about? How does she want people to remember her? 15:59 – What was the spark for Amy to start EnVibeLife? 20:00 –Cheryl shares her background and her family. 24:29 – Cheryl talks about her history as a competitive gymnast when she was younger and her career as an actress. 32:37 –Cheryl shares what she views as her purpose in life. 34:31 – Where does Cheryl see herself ten years from now? 37:12 –What are the top two things on Cheryl’s bucket list? 40:51 – Cheryl discusses what brought her to EnVibe Life.
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Functional Medicine, Lyme Disease, and Gut Health with Dr. Tenesha Wards
04/22/2022
Functional Medicine, Lyme Disease, and Gut Health with Dr. Tenesha Wards
For this episode of the EnVibe Life Conversations podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn are joined by holistic doctor, Dr. Tenesha Wards. Dr. Wards is the founder and medical director of Infinity Wellness Center. They discuss what functional medicine is and how it works with traditional medicine. Dr. Tenesha shares her battle with Lyme disease and how it inspired her to help others in similar situations. In this episode: 01:37 – Dr. Wards’ background. 04:08 – What is Lyme disease and what are its symptoms? 07:52 – Is there a test to see if someone is suffering from Lyme disease? 10:27 – Dr. Tenesha discusses the importance of cleanses and their benefits. 12:28 – What is functional medicine? How does it differ from traditional western medicine? 16:49 – What would an appointment with Dr. Tenesha entail? 22:40 – Three easy ways to support total body health. 24:48 – Dr. Tenesha discusses gut health and how it affects the body. 28:25 – Chronic fatigue syndrome. To learn more about Dr. Wards and her practice, visit her website at .
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Psychic Mediumship and Intuitive Healing with Karen Cooper
04/08/2022
Psychic Mediumship and Intuitive Healing with Karen Cooper
Today, Amy and Cheryl are joined by Karen Cooper, a psychic medium, intuitive healer, and Reiki Master. They discuss the healing benefits of psychic mediumship, the intuitive gifts we all have, and opening up to your divine purpose. In This Podcast: 02:35 – Karen’s background and how she learned to accept her gifts and their healing benefits for others. 09:25 – Who might benefit from a session with a psychic medium? 11:21 – Cheryl’s personal experience. 08:01 – What services does Karen offer in a session? 24:03 – How Reiki healing enhances sessions. 26:18 – Karen’s insights for those wanting to open up to their own intuitions. 31:41 – Psychic healing sessions in a virtual world. 33:05 – What does Karen do to bring balance to her daily life? To learn more about Karen or schedule a session with her, visit .
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What is a Soul Relationship?
04/01/2022
What is a Soul Relationship?
For today’s episode of EnVibe Life Conversations, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn discuss relationships, especially those deep relationships they consider “soul relationships”. In this episode: 02:15 – What is a soul relationship?. 05:05 – Soul families. 08:14 – The importance of your relationship with yourself. Distinguishing the voice of your soul from the voice of your ego. 10:20 – Cheryl discusses by Brene Brown. 11:55 – Triggers and why you should be grateful for them. 15:49 – Marriage and “spiritual contracts”. 18:00 – The importance of rites and rituals. 21:34 – The importance of our relationships with other people. 26:35 – Soul to soul conversations.
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Body Composition Testing with Jason Belvill of BodySpec
03/25/2022
Body Composition Testing with Jason Belvill of BodySpec
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn are joined by Jason Belvill. He is a strength and conditioning specialist and the founder and CEO of BodySpec, a body composition testing service. They discuss what a DEXA scan is and why the information it provides can help to support people’s overall health and wellness. In this episode: 01:43 – Who is Jason and what’s his background? 04:07 – What do people learn when doing a high-level body scan, such as a ? 08:28 – Jason talks about BodySpec and the accessibility of their mobile facilities. 10:01 – How often should we do a body scan? 15:47 – What can people expect during a body composition test? 18:34 – Jason discusses radiation exposure and how BodySpec works to maximize safety. To learn more about Jason and BodySpec, visit .
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The Purpose (and Gift!) of Fear
03/18/2022
The Purpose (and Gift!) of Fear
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn explore the topic of fear. Why do we experience fear and what is its purpose? They also share their struggles handling fear and some of the ways to overcome those vulnerabilities. In this episode: 01:29 – Amy and Cheryl discuss fear and why it shows up. The importance of having people in your life that only wants the best for you. 03:45 – What is the purpose of fear? 05:00 – Survival instincts given to us by fear. Fear as showing us places for growth. 08:08 – The importance of having love and gratitude instead of fear–and even for our fears. 11:27 – Cheryl and Amy share their own experiences with fear and how they discern their actions and path in the face of fear. 17:24 – How does fear trigger peoples’ vulnerability? 18:15 – Brene Brown’s work on vulnerability. 19:55 – How fear manifests in our bodies. 22:27 – Ways to handle or overcome fear. 23:41 – Journaling to explore fear and vulnerability. Different journaling methods to help.
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What is Leaky Gut? with Eloisa Mena
03/11/2022
What is Leaky Gut? with Eloisa Mena
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn are joined by Eloisa Mena. She is the owner of Raw by Elo and a registered dietitian. They discuss gut health and why it is important to consider. They also discuss different foods that are good for the gut as well as what to avoid. In this episode: 01:53 –Gut health and why it is important. The microbiome. 03:06 –What is leaky gut? 04:26 -- Eloisa discusses the symptoms of leaky gut and how they vary from person to person. 05:38 – How is gut related to our overall health? Why is the gut so important? 08:14 – The importance of being intuitive with and aware of our symptoms. 08:55 – Is the breakdown of gut health inevitable? 10:07 – Eloisa discusses the importance of fiber. 11:45 – The increasing prevalence of a focus on gut health. 12:26 – Sources of fiber. 13:37 – Beneficial wholegrain foods and minimally processes foods. 16:21 – The importance of having variety in the diet. 17:32 – Oligosaccharides. 19:42 – Signs that you should seek professional help for gut health. 22:53 – What are probiotics? Should we supplement with them? 26:53 – The importance of exercise and its effects in gut health. 27:59 – Substances to avoid for better gut health. To learn more about Eloisa, visit her website and check out her prior appearance on the EnVibe Conversations podcast, Follow Eloisa on Instagram, .
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Tips to Minimize the Risk of Sports Injury with Stephen Dunn
02/25/2022
Tips to Minimize the Risk of Sports Injury with Stephen Dunn
For this episode of EnVibe life Conversations, Amy and Cheryl are joined by Stephen Dunn. They discuss the cause of sports and exercise-related injuries and how to minimalize their risk. They also explore the importance of having a wellness team, listening to your body, and keeping all things in balance. In this episode: 02:16 – Stephen discusses injury“prevention”. 06:30 – How age affects the incidence of injuries. 08:00 – Considerations when increasing or beginning a workout regimen. 09:09 – Stephen talks about the importance of respecting your injuries and taking proper care to help healing. 11:00 – Risk management in regards to possible injuries. 14:02 – The four stages of injury recovery. 18:39 – Is there a sport more prone to cause injury than others? 27:30 – The importance of seeing a practitioner as soon as possible after an injury. 30:21 –Special considerations for young/student-athletes. Why it can be harmful to young athletes to specialize in one sport too early. 39:02 – Stephen discusses the importance of sports psychology and the pressures felt by young athletes. To learn more about Stephen &Cheryl Dunn and Core Therapy & Pilates, visit and find them on YouTube at Dunn’s book,
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The Science Behind the Law of Attraction: Manifesting Your Desires Using Neuroplasticity with Bob Doyle
02/18/2022
The Science Behind the Law of Attraction: Manifesting Your Desires Using Neuroplasticity with Bob Doyle
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn are joined by Bob Doyle. Bob gained notoriety in the book and movie, The Secret, as a teacher and practitioner of the Law of Attraction. Bob’s current teachings are based on the scientific principles of neuroplasticity. He discusses the Law of Attraction, neuroplasticity, and re-wiring the brain, and how we can use these principles to affect change and bring about our desires in life. In this episode: 01:27 – The Secret and The Law of Attraction. 07:41 – The importance of taking action and behavioral change in enacting the Law of Attraction and achieving your desires. 11:37 – What is neuroplasticity? The importance of rewiring your brain. 19:16 – Where do people start? 20:00 – 26:00 – Creating new patterns of behavior. 27:23 – It’s okay to have desires. 29:40 – We can have many different purposes and desires. 30:00 – The importance of joy in our life experience. 34:36 – Bob talks about the importance of receiving outside support to help with the rewiring process. To learn more about Bob Doyle and his work, visit .
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The Heart of the Matter
02/11/2022
The Heart of the Matter
Why is the heart so important??? For today’s episode of EnVibe Life Conversations, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn discuss the importance of the heart and love in our wellness lives. They cover the heart chakra and its functions and the importance of balance in our lives. They go into how giving too much or too little can affect us, and, of course, they examine the heart and its many aspects. In this episode: 01:42 -- The heart and the emotion of love. 02:50 – The body’s energy and messaging centers. 03:20 – The research done by . 06:45 – Heart Rate Variability and how we can affect it. The power of the energy of the heart. 08:00 – Heart-Brain Coherence. 12:57 – The importance of loving all parts of ourselves. 14:40 – The importance of balance in the heart. Even too much heart energy can throw us out of balance. 16:45 – Signs of an under-activated heart chakra. 18:15 - Why do people get their feelings hurt? 22:52 –The physical aspect of the heart and various exercises to keep it healthy. (For more detail, see Cheryl’s article .) 29:07 – The heart chakra’s importance as the gateway between the lower and upper chakras. 30:48 –The flow of giving and receiving. Heart Math Website: Heart Math Article:
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The Heart of the Matter
02/11/2022
The Heart of the Matter
Why is the heart so important??? For today’s episode of EnVibe Life Conversations, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn discuss the importance of the heart and love in our wellness lives. They cover the heart chakra and its functions and the importance of balance in our lives. They go into how giving too much or too little can affect us, and, of course, they examine the heart and its many aspects. In this episode: 01:42 -- The heart and the emotion of love. 02:50 – The body’s energy and messaging centers. 03:20 – The research done by . 06:45 – Heart Rate Variability and how we can affect it. The power of the energy of the heart. 08:00 – Heart-Brain Coherence. 12:57 – The importance of loving all parts of ourselves. 14:40 – The importance of balance in the heart. Even too much heart energy can throw us out of balance. 16:45 – Signs of an under-activated heart chakra. 18:15 - Why do people get their feelings hurt? 22:52 –The physical aspect of the heart and various exercises to keep it healthy. (For more detail, see Cheryl’s article .) 29:07 – The heart chakra’s importance as the gateway between the lower and upper chakras. 30:48 –The flow of giving and receiving. Heart Math Website: Heart Math Article:
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Suffering, Grief and Finding Hope with Sally Lombardo
02/04/2022
Suffering, Grief and Finding Hope with Sally Lombardo
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations Podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn are joined by Sally Lombardo. Sally is a chaplain and author who helps people cope with suffering and grief. They discuss the different manifestations of grief and the importance of processing those emotions. Sally also explains the kinds of losses people can face and how choosing hope can make a huge difference. In this episode: 02:03 – Sally shares her background. 06:30 – Sally discusses by Jean Stairs, a book that helped her process grief and answer the questions that comes with it. Listening for the Soul by Jean Stairs: 11:28 – The different manifestations of grief. 16:15 – What do we learn from suffering? Is there hope? 19:30 –The importance of choosing hope and how it can change lives. 23:36 – The many different kinds of loss and how it impacts people. 24:10 – Sally discusses by Kenneth R. Mitchell and Herbert Anderson, which outlines the six different types of losses people most often face in life. 27:36 – The challenges that can come with experiencing change and loss in life. 33:49 – The widespread community grief during COVID-19. 37:17 – Looking to examples of those who have found hope during grief and suffering. Sally’s book, .
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Suffering, Grief and Finding Hope with Sally Lombardo
02/04/2022
Suffering, Grief and Finding Hope with Sally Lombardo
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations Podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn are joined by Sally Lombardo. Sally is a chaplain and author who helps people cope with suffering and grief. They discuss the different manifestations of grief and the importance of processing those emotions. Sally also explains the kinds of losses people can face and how choosing hope can make a huge difference. In this episode: 02:03 – Sally shares her background. 06:30 – Sally discusses by Jean Stairs, a book that helped her process grief and answer the questions that comes with it. Listening for the Soul by Jean Stairs: 11:28 – The different manifestations of grief. 16:15 – What do we learn from suffering? Is there hope? 19:30 –The importance of choosing hope and how it can change lives. 23:36 – The many different kinds of loss and how it impacts people. 24:10 – Sally discusses by Kenneth R. Mitchell and Herbert Anderson, which outlines the six different types of losses people most often face in life. 27:36 – The challenges that can come with experiencing change and loss in life. 33:49 – The widespread community grief during COVID-19. 37:17 – Looking to examples of those who have found hope during grief and suffering. Sally’s book, .
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The Healing Benefits of Forest Bathing and Connecting with Nature w/Dr. Courtney Crim and Dr. Laura Allen
01/28/2022
The Healing Benefits of Forest Bathing and Connecting with Nature w/Dr. Courtney Crim and Dr. Laura Allen
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations Podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn are joined by Dr. Courtney Crim and Dr. Laura Allen. They are professors, researchers, and certified Nature & Forest Therapy Guides. They discuss forest bathing and its benefits to the human mind, body, and spirit. In this episode: 02:33 – Courtney and Laura share their backgrounds and how they became interested in forest bathing and the benefits of connecting with nature. 3:00 – Outdoor education. 05:43 – The inspiration that Laura and Courtney found from the book, by Florence Williams 6:10 – The wellness benefits of being in nature. 07:55 – Courtney and Laura discuss their journeys to become Nature & Forest Therapy Guides. 11:50 – What is forest bathing? What occurs during a session? 18:25 – Attention Restoration Theory and how it is used in forest therapy. 22:30 –How forest therapy is different from guided meditation. 28:16 – Laura and Courtney share what to expect in the forest bathing experiences. What if you are not an “outdoorsy” person? 34:00 – Where can someone experience the benefits of nature and forest bathing? 35:00 – The need to maintain natural spaces in urban areas. To learn more about Dr. Crim, Dr. Allen, and Nature Connections & Forest Bathing of San Antonio, visit their website at and find them on Facebook at
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Setting Boundaries—It’s Okay to Say No
01/21/2022
Setting Boundaries—It’s Okay to Say No
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn discuss the importance of having boundaries with yourself, your schedule, and your family. They share stories of the joy it brings when you’re doing the things that you want to do and the many benefits of having self-boundaries. In This Episode: 01:10 – Amy and Cheryl share how they slowed down during the holidays and how they benefitted from doing so. 03:00 – It’s okay not to do something and to say, “no,” sometimes. 03:25 – The “addiction” to being busy and feeling guilty about not getting things done. 04:45 – Feeling self-worth from a busy schedule. 08:13 – Why do we have such a hard time saying, “no”? FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) 08:50 – The importance of having fun. 13:04 –Setting boundaries in your relationships. 17:18 – Spousal boundaries. 21:35 – Having healthy boundaries in parenting.
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Setting Boundaries—It’s Okay to Say No
01/21/2022
Setting Boundaries—It’s Okay to Say No
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn discuss the importance of having boundaries with yourself, your schedule, and your family. They share stories of the joy it brings when you’re doing the things that you want to do and the many benefits of having self-boundaries. In This Episode: 01:10 – Amy and Cheryl share how they slowed down during the holidays and how they benefitted from doing so. 03:00 – It’s okay not to do something and to say, “no,” sometimes. 03:25 – The “addiction” to being busy and feeling guilty about not getting things done. 04:45 – Feeling self-worth from a busy schedule. 08:13 – Why do we have such a hard time saying, “no”? FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) 08:50 – The importance of having fun. 13:04 –Setting boundaries in your relationships. 17:18 – Spousal boundaries. 21:35 – Having healthy boundaries in parenting.
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Setting Boundaries—It’s Okay to Say No
01/21/2022
Setting Boundaries—It’s Okay to Say No
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn discuss the importance of having boundaries with yourself, your schedule, and your family. They share stories of the joy it brings when you’re doing the things that you want to do and the many benefits of having self-boundaries. In This Episode: 01:10 – Amy and Cheryl share how they slowed down during the holidays and how they benefitted from doing so. 03:00 – It’s okay not to do something and to say, “no,” sometimes. 03:25 – The “addiction” to being busy and feeling guilty about not getting things done. 04:45 – Feeling self-worth from a busy schedule. 08:13 – Why do we have such a hard time saying, “no”? FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) 08:50 – The importance of having fun. 13:04 –Setting boundaries in your relationships. 17:18 – Spousal boundaries. 21:35 – Having healthy boundaries in parenting.
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Setting Boundaries—It’s Okay to Say No
01/21/2022
Setting Boundaries—It’s Okay to Say No
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn discuss the importance of having boundaries with yourself, your schedule, and your family. They share stories of the joy it brings when you’re doing the things that you want to do and the many benefits of having self-boundaries. In This Episode: 01:10 – Amy and Cheryl share how they slowed down during the holidays and how they benefitted from doing so. 03:00 – It’s okay not to do something and to say, “no,” sometimes. 03:25 – The “addiction” to being busy and feeling guilty about not getting things done. 04:45 – Feeling self-worth from a busy schedule. 08:13 – Why do we have such a hard time saying, “no”? FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) 08:50 – The importance of having fun. 13:04 –Setting boundaries in your relationships. 17:18 – Spousal boundaries. 21:35 – Having healthy boundaries in parenting.
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Setting Boundaries—It’s Okay to Say No
01/21/2022
Setting Boundaries—It’s Okay to Say No
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn discuss the importance of having boundaries with yourself, your schedule, and your family. They share stories of the joy it brings when you’re doing the things that you want to do and the many benefits of having self-boundaries. In This Episode: 01:10 – Amy and Cheryl share how they slowed down during the holidays and how they benefitted from doing so. 03:00 – It’s okay not to do something and to say, “no,” sometimes. 03:25 – The “addiction” to being busy and feeling guilty about not getting things done. 04:45 – Feeling self-worth from a busy schedule. 08:13 – Why do we have such a hard time saying, “no”? FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) 08:50 – The importance of having fun. 13:04 –Setting boundaries in your relationships. 17:18 – Spousal boundaries. 21:35 – Having healthy boundaries in parenting.
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Setting Boundaries—It’s Okay to Say No
01/21/2022
Setting Boundaries—It’s Okay to Say No
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn discuss the importance of having boundaries with yourself, your schedule, and your family. They share stories of the joy it brings when you’re doing the things that you want to do and the many benefits of having self-boundaries. In This Episode: 01:10 – Amy and Cheryl share how they slowed down during the holidays and how they benefitted from doing so. 03:00 – It’s okay not to do something and to say, “no,” sometimes. 03:25 – The “addiction” to being busy and feeling guilty about not getting things done. 04:45 – Feeling self-worth from a busy schedule. 08:13 – Why do we have such a hard time saying, “no”? FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) 08:50 – The importance of having fun. 13:04 –Setting boundaries in your relationships. 17:18 – Spousal boundaries. 21:35 – Having healthy boundaries in parenting.
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Getting “Unstuck” and Finding Clarity with Becca Ribbing
01/14/2022
Getting “Unstuck” and Finding Clarity with Becca Ribbing
Today, Amy and Cheryl are joined by Becca Ribbing. Becca is a life coach, writer, and author of . They discuss about the importance of journaling, the clarity it gives and how it helps people to be more aware of themselves. They also talk about covid19’s different effects in people’s lives and how pushing through everything is not really the right way to live by. In This Episode: 01:13 – Becca tells people a bit about herself and her book, , and helping people find their paths (or their next paths) in life. 01:50 – Getting “unstuck”. Why the answers need to come from within ourselves. 03:38 –How people went inward during COVID and many of us emerged with unique and different experiences. 06:35 –Becca discusses the importance of clarity and timing when making major decisions. 07:30 – The difficulty of making decisions when the world keeps changing. 08:20 – Why to avoid big decisions in the face of trauma. 09:20 – Making choices based upon your own inner voice verses what others feel you should do. 11:50 – Becca shares the reasons why she wrote her book and gives some tips for journaling. 13:30 – Your process needs to be authentic to you. 16:50 – The importance of change and friction for growth. 21:23 – Myelination and the benefit of creating new neural pathways. 22:00 – The importance of self-compassion. 25:20 – The benefits of maintaining some level of simplification in our lives and our schedules. 27:50 – Things that people can do to nurture themselves. 28:15 – Naming the different parts of your mind. (Have an inner-coach, an inner-best friend, an inner-mom, etc.) To learn more about Becca Ribbing, her services, and her books, visit .
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Finding Your Purpose in Life with Dr. Lara Latimer
01/07/2022
Finding Your Purpose in Life with Dr. Lara Latimer
On today's episode of EnVibe Life Conversations, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn are joined by Dr. Lara Latimer. Dr. Latimer is a life coach and a college professor. They discuss how to find one's true purpose in life, what really makes us happy, and how to achieve our goals. They also talk about setting up intentions and when's the best time to start. In this episode: 01:15 – Dr. Latimer introduces herself and shares her background. 03:55 – Dr. Latimer shares her journey to living EnVibe. 08:00 – “The Great Resignation” and revisiting your purpose after COVID’s impacts on our life and society. 09:33 – Dr. Latimer gives tips to help people find their purpose in life and shares a Venn diagram that she uses: Venn diagram by Sarah Blakely: https://www.masterclass.com/articles/sara-blakelys-tips-for-brainstorming-business-ideas. 12:20 - The importance of getting still, writing journals, and being bold. 17:14 - Amy and Dr. Latimer discuss regrets and how they have affected their lives. 23:23 - Releasing your expectations and practical ways to do so. 25:13 - The benefits of meditation and mindfulness. 27:05 – New Year’s resolutions versus intentions. Dr. Latimer discusses setting intentions and gives her advice going into the new year. To learn more about Dr. Lara Latimer and her services, visit www.laralatimer.com/life-transitions/.
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Our Lessons From 2021
12/17/2021
Our Lessons From 2021
For today’s EnVibe Life conversations, let’s join Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn as they look back on this year. Let us listen while they share the lessons that they’ve learned and the many changes that had happen in their lives. And of course, their hopes and intentions for the coming year. In This Episode: 03:16 – Take the time when you need it. 03:47 – Give yourself permission to do or not to do something. 06:35 – Cheryl talks about the struggles they’ve gone through as a family and how living envibe had been challenging during that time. 08:47 – Amy shares the changes that happened in her life and how she learned to follow someone else’s lead. 12:49 – Cheryl and Amy discuss spiritual relationships and the support it offers to a person. 15:36 – Amy and Cheryl mentioned the importance of change and how covid gave them a new prospective. 20:24 – Amy and Cheryl encourage their listeners to reflect and look at what their life has become this 2021.
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Eating Healthy During the Holidays with Lahana Vigliano of Nuvitru Wellness
12/10/2021
Eating Healthy During the Holidays with Lahana Vigliano of Nuvitru Wellness
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversations, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn are joined again by Lahana Vigliano. She is a clinical nutritionist and the CEO of Nuvitru Wellness. Lahana is also currently completing her Masters in Human Nutrition and Functional Medicine. During this episode, Lahana will give tips for eating well during the busy and festive holiday time. They also discuss food testing, making choices that are right for you, and the importance of being prepared to eat and live healthy. In this episode: 01:48 – Lahana shares a bit about her background and gives some eating tips for the holiday season.03:25 – How you approach holiday eating depends on where you are in your health journey.05:00 – What people need to avoid differs vastly for each person.06:00 – The importance of being mindful of what your own body likes and dislikes.06:45 – View your body’s reactions as lessons.08:24 – Amy talks about her son’s journey to eating healthy and weight loss and what you can learn from eliminating foods from your diet.11:30 – Learning to feel your body. Learning what optimum health feels like.12:31 – The importance of being ready to eat healthy when you embark upon a new eating plan.16:00 – Why do people often wait until something bad happens or they are ill to change their eating?16:35 – Modifying the food at the holiday table to make it healthier.20:30 – Lahana explains their testing process and the three categories of food reactions: (1) food allergies, (2) food sensitivities, and (3) food intolerances.24:00 – How long does the elimination phase of an elimination diet last?24:55 - What are the foods you can and cannot eat while you’re in the elimination phase of an elimination diet? To learn more about Lahana Vigliano and Nuvitru Wellness, visit her at .
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Navigating Menopause and Perimenopause with Kelli Porter of Modern Women’s Health
12/03/2021
Navigating Menopause and Perimenopause with Kelli Porter of Modern Women’s Health
For today’s podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn are joined by Kelli Porter of Modern Women’s Health. Kelli is a Nurse Practitioner and a Certified Menopause Practitioner. They discuss the symptoms of menopause and its stages. Kelli also discusses what they do in their clinic, what happens to our bodies during menopause, and the various treatments available to help women. In This Episode: 01:32 – Kelli’s background and training. 02:36 – Modern Women’s Health approach to practicing gynecology. 03:30 – The symptoms and stages of menopause. 04:15 – Every woman’s experience is different. 05:22 – Common symptoms of menopause (night sweats, insomnia, hot flashes, pain with intercourse, headaches, depression, etc.). 07:20 – How does a past hysterectomy affect the stages and symptoms of menopause? 07:40 – “Surgical menopause”. 08:10 – Common lab tests to determine menopause stage: FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone) and Estradiol. 09:45 – Other conditions that can mimic menopause. 11:10 – Treatment options to help women with menopause and perimenopause symptoms. 13:30 – You don’t have to accept the symptoms of menopause! There are treatments to help. 14:35 – Testosterone therapy. Symptoms of low testosterone in women. 15:28 –Options for women who can’t tolerate hormone therapy. 18:18 – The causes of vaginal dryness and treatments for it. 19:30 – GSM (Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause). 20:30 – Vaginal Estrogens and the laser as treatment options. 21:30 – . 22:20 –The and the use of PRP (platelet-rich plasma). To learn more about Modern Women’s Health, their care options, and treatments, visit .
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Are You Feeling Over-Scheduled and Over-Stressed? So Are We!
11/26/2021
Are You Feeling Over-Scheduled and Over-Stressed? So Are We!
For today’s EnVibe Life Conversation, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn chat about being stressed out and over-scheduled. They touched on how people are adjusting to life after Covid-19 and the stress that comes with it. They also discuss the importance of having quiet moments and the intentionality of what you really want to do. In this episode: 01:07 – Cheryl and Amy discuss the anxiety everyone is feeling coming out of Covid-19. 02:12 – Multi-tasking and its consequence. Just because we are able to multi-task doesn’t mean it’s good to function like that. 04:00 – Living lives of intentionality. 04:44 – The value of saying no sometimes. 05:00 – How we are coming back “full force” after COVID and bursting at the seams. 06:00 – Why do we feel like we need to do it all? 07:10 – Stresses of parenting. 13:00 –Stress and its negative effects on us. 16:58 – The lessons from emotional and physical triggers. 17:47 – Why do we over-schedule ourselves? 20:15 – Positive lessons from the pandemic. 21:26 – Strategies to avoid over-scheduling.
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The Power of Your Intuition with Karen Cooper
11/19/2021
The Power of Your Intuition with Karen Cooper
For today’s podcast, Amy Parker and Cheryl Dunn are joined again by Karen Cooper. Karen is a psychic medium, an intuitive healer, and a Reiki master. They discuss Intuitive Healing and how it differs from Karen’s other practices. They also share how all of us can access and trust our intuition. In This Episode: 01:38 – What is Intuitive Healing? 02:35 – The difference between Reiki and Intuitive Healing. 03:53 – Opening our connection to our divine self and trusting our intuition. 06:00 – Using intuition to make choices. 06:10 – Intuition as a gut feeling. 07:30 – How society sometimes teaches us to ignore our intuition. 08:33 – Why do we sometimes feel guilty for following our instincts. 11:30 – Physical manifestations of intuition and how our body tells us what we need to know. 14:12 – Karen shares a story about how following her intuition as a mother (“mother’s intuition”). 18:00 – The importance of differentiating your intuition from your fears. How to do so. 19:35 – What is intuition and where does it come from? 21:17 – How is intuition different or related to ESP? 22:30 – What are some things you can do to open your channels of intuition? 24:44 – Does intuition only come in the form of feelings or can it come as external signs? 27:04 – Intuition as inspired action as a part of the Law of Attraction and Law of Manifestation. To learn more about Karen Cooper, visit To view the EnVibe Life Conversations podcast on Psychic Mediumship with Karen Cooper, .
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