Nutrition & Alternative Medicine
Best selling author JJ Flizanes brings cutting edge information and inspiration on weight loss, nutrition, alternative medicine, gluten free, dairy free & paleo diets, acupuncture, chinese medicine, homeopathy, bioidentical hormones, feng shui, food, health, wellness, diet, exercise, fat loss, healing and wellness.
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Ep. 433: 5 Myths of Bipolar Disorder and Healing
02/03/2026
Ep. 433: 5 Myths of Bipolar Disorder and Healing
JJ welcomes back Michelle Reittinger, author and host of The Upside of Bipolar, for a bold, hope-filled conversation that challenges common cultural narratives around bipolar disorder. Together, they unpack “myths” that can keep people stuck in fear and identity-based labels—and invite listeners into curiosity, root-cause investigation, and a more empowering view of symptoms, healing, and personal responsibility. In This Episode, We Cover · Michelle’s story: diagnosed in 1998, years of intensive psychiatric treatment, polypharmacy, and a breaking point that became a turning point · Why a diagnosis can feel like an “answer,” but often doesn’t explain why symptoms started · The difference between a “cluster of symptoms” and an identified disease mechanism · Why curiosity (vs. shame) changes everything—especially with intense symptoms like rage, anxiety, and dissociation · The “detective” approach: identifying triggers, patterns, and underlying contributors · The role of foundational health (nutrients, sleep, nervous system regulation) in emotional resilience and symptom reduction · Why suppressed emotions can show up as anxiety, depression, physical pain, or crisis states · How identity, victimhood, and relationship dynamics can unconsciously reinforce staying stuck · A grounded reminder: do not abruptly stop medications—tapering/changes should be done slowly and safely with qualified support Notable Takeaways · Labels can reduce curiosity—and curiosity is often the doorway to change. · “Symptoms” are information; the goal is to explore what they’re pointing to. · The most empowering question isn’t “What’s wrong with me?” but “What happened—and what is my system asking for now?” · Healing can have a social cost: if your “sick role” has been rewarded with attention, protection, or lowered expectations, getting better can feel threatening (even subconsciously). Resources Mentioned · Anatomy of an Epidemic by Robert Whitaker · The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk · Healing Back Pain by Dr. John Sarno Connect with Michelle · Website: theupsideofbipolar.com · Free resource: Mood Cycle Survival Guide (available on her site) · Podcast + book links are also on her website.
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Ep. 432: Healing the Abandonment Wound
01/27/2026
Ep. 432: Healing the Abandonment Wound
What if the deepest wound you carry isn’t about what happened to you—but about whether you ever felt truly held by life itself? In this powerful and intimate conversation, JJ is joined by a longtime soul sister, healer, and registered nurse who shares a deeply transformative experience that healed a lifelong sense of abandonment—not just from people, but from God, Source, and existence itself. After more than 25 years of personal growth, spiritual practice, and emotional work, she realized there was still an existential fracture beneath it all: a quiet belief that life was not fully safe, that love could be given endlessly but not fully received, and that stepping into her full calling might come at a devastating cost. What unfolded during a sacred, carefully held journey became a profound reclamation of safety, trust, and belonging—at the nervous-system and soul level. This episode is not about escapism or quick fixes. It’s about: · How early experiences can fracture our sense of safety with life itself · Why control often masks a fear of annihilation or abandonment · What true surrender actually feels like in the body · Healing the relationship with Source beyond religion or belief systems · Learning to receive love after a lifetime of giving · Releasing the fear that being fully seen could destroy you · Embodiment, integration, and lasting nervous-system change JJ also speaks to the importance of integrity, preparation, emotional readiness, and sacred containment—emphasizing that this kind of work is not for everyone, not always, and never casual. At its core, this is a conversation about remembering who you are, restoring trust in life, and discovering that you were never alone—not for a single breath. If you’ve ever felt: · Like you don’t fully belong here · Afraid to take up space or be fully visible · Deeply loving but unable to receive · Spiritually devoted yet quietly disconnected · Called to something more but scared of the cost This episode may speak directly to your heart. This is not an escape from life.It’s an invitation into the truth of who you really are. http://Karinrose.love
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Ep. 431: The Cost of Always Putting Yourself Last
01/20/2026
Ep. 431: The Cost of Always Putting Yourself Last
In this solo episode, JJ explores a pattern she sees repeatedly in women who are deeply caring, self-aware, and ready for healing—yet hesitate when it’s time to invest in themselves. Drawing from real conversations with women who are caregivers, over-givers, people-pleasers, and survivors of illness, JJ unpacks the deeper truth beneath statements like “I can’t afford it.” This episode isn’t about money—it’s about self-worth, nervous system safety, and the beliefs that quietly keep women putting themselves last. Through the energetic lens of the Year of the Snake and the approaching Fire Horse, JJ explains how awareness alone isn’t enough. Healing often requires an embodied choice—a stretch that tells your nervous system, I am worth being supported. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why women so often deprioritize their own healing and well-being How abandonment wounds, caregiving roles, and people-pleasing show up around money What not investing in yourself communicates to your body and subconscious Why aligned investment can be a powerful act of re-patterning and self-trust How choosing yourself builds confidence, self-love, and emotional resilience This episode is an invitation to value yourself differently in 2026—not by doing more, but by believing you’re worthy of support, healing, and expansion. ✨ If you’ve been feeling the call to invest in yourself but something keeps stopping you, this conversation may help you understand why—and what’s possible on the other side of that choice. If you're ready to break this pattern, let's chat http://jjflizanes.com/apply
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Ep. 430: Homeopathy for Flu Season
01/13/2026
Ep. 430: Homeopathy for Flu Season
JJ reconnects with longtime friend and homeopath Avghi “Avi” Constantinides (yes—at Trader Joe’s!) for a timely conversation on natural immune support during the holiday season and beyond. Avghi breaks down what homeopathy is, how it differs from symptom-only approaches, and shares her go-to homeopathic “flu season trio” that many of her clients use for prevention and support. The conversation then expands into entrepreneurship, education, and why responsiveness and follow-up are essential for building a sustainable, heart-centered business. In this episode, you’ll hear: How a chance reconnection at Trader Joe’s brought Avghi into the West Coast Women Rising community Avghi’s origin story: from the UK, to South Africa, to the U.S.—and the life-changing realization that shaped her work What homeopathy really is and how it treats the whole person rather than isolated symptoms What to expect from a first homeopathic consultation—and why it goes deep How emotional and life events often correlate with physical symptoms Avghi’s recommended homeopathic flu-season support trio: Influenzinum (homeopathic preparation of the current flu strain) Briar Rose (commonly used for respiratory and chest vulnerability) Thymulin / Thymuline (supporting immune and white blood cell function) How and when to take these remedies, including travel and exposure support Why combo remedies can help—and when individualized care is needed Avghi’s community work supporting first responders and clinics during the 2025 California fires Building a business as a solopreneur: Early grassroots marketing before social media Why fast follow-up builds trust (and slow follow-up loses opportunities) The importance of visibility, service, and giving back to your field Educational pathways through Avghi’s school—from personal learning to professional practice Why every household should have a basic homeopathic first-aid kit Resources mentioned: Practice: HomeopathyForLife.com School: LASchoolofHomeopathy.com (site name transitioning) Email: Homeopathic First Aid List: JJFlizanes.com/firstaid
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Ep. 429: Shedding the Skin Needed for 2026
01/06/2026
Ep. 429: Shedding the Skin Needed for 2026
Shedding the Skin Needed to Set the Stage for 2026 As we step into 2026, it’s tempting to rush ahead with goals, intentions, and action. But energetically, we’re still in a powerful transition period. Although the calendar year has changed, the Fire Horse doesn’t officially arrive until February 17, meaning we’re still completing the work of the Year of the Snake. In this solo episode, JJ explores why this moment is less about acceleration—and more about discernment, honesty, and conscious completion. The Year of the Snake asks us to shed old skins: identities, coping strategies, emotional patterns, and roles that once served us but now limit who we’re becoming. Before the Fire Horse ignites momentum, visibility, and bold action, we’re being invited to get clean, aligned, and intentional. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why 2026 begins as a threshold year, not a starting line Key themes of the Year of the Snake and what we’re still meant to release What Fire Horse energy amplifies—and why preparation matters The three essential lessons to integrate before February 17 How to move into 2026 authentically, intentionally, creatively, and passionately Why shedding before sprinting creates sustainable momentum This episode is an invitation to slow down just enough to listen—to your body, your nervous system, and your deeper truth—so that when the Fire Horse arrives, you’re ready to ride it with clarity instead of chaos. ✨ If you feel the call to shed a skin and enter 2026 more aligned than ever, this conversation will meet you right where you are.
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Ep. 428: Wisdom from a World before Wi Fi
12/30/2025
Ep. 428: Wisdom from a World before Wi Fi
In this special intergenerational conversation, JJ and Doug sit down with JJ’s parents—ages 80 and 77—for an honest and heartfelt discussion about happiness, perspective, and what truly matters in life. Together, they reflect on how priorities evolve over time, what contributes to lasting fulfillment, and how ideas around success, relationships, and happiness have changed across generations. The conversation also turns toward the future, with thoughtful reflections and intentions for 2026—what to protect, what to release, and what feels most important moving forward. This episode isn’t about giving advice from a pedestal; it’s about sharing lived wisdom, curiosity, and hope through real conversation. Whether you’re looking ahead to a new year, reassessing your goals, or simply craving perspective that cuts through the noise, this episode offers a grounding reminder of what creates a meaningful life—no matter your age. In This Episode, We Discuss: What happiness really means at different stages of life How priorities and goals evolve over time Reflections on love, relationships, and fulfillment Intentions and hopes for 2026 What still matters most, no matter the generation
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Ep. 427: 5 C's of Flow with Christy Whitman
12/23/2025
Ep. 427: 5 C's of Flow with Christy Whitman
In This Episode, You’ll Learn Why contrast (the thing you don’t want) is not personal—and not a sign you “did it wrong” How survival responses (fight/flight/freeze/fawn) can pull you out of flow automatically Why self-compassion is the “neutralizer” that helps you move from emotional intensity back to steadiness The “three buckets” model: lack → neutrality → abundance How to move from “what I don’t want” into true clarity using three powerful questions The difference between observing vs. judging—and how judgment instantly shuts off flow How momentum builds around whatever you focus on (and how to choose differently moment-to-moment) Why you may need to practice the feelings you want (and build new neural pathways) What “command” means through I AM statements How “create” activates imagination and future-self alignment to become a stronger energetic match Ready to practice the 5 C’s (and build real momentum toward what you want)? Join JJ’s FREE 14-Day Manifestation Challenge starting January 5th. You’ll get daily guidance, simple assignments, and practical tools to help you move from contrast into clarity—then command and create from a more aligned, empowered state. Sign up NOW Ready for transformation in 2026? Let’s chat
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Ep. 426: Super Body with Dr. William Davis
12/16/2025
Ep. 426: Super Body with Dr. William Davis
In this episode, JJ Flizanes welcomes back cardiologist and bestselling author Dr. William Davis to celebrate the launch of his newest book, Super Body, available starting today, December 16, 2025, wherever books are sold. Together, they explore why our culture’s obsession with quick weight-loss fixes — from low-calorie diets to trending injectables — often leads to muscle loss, more visceral fat, faster aging, and even higher long-term health risks. JJ brings in her Date Your Body philosophy to highlight why resistance training is essential for staying strong, youthful, and independent as we age. You’ll hear about: Why cutting calories leads to major muscle loss and metabolic slowdown The dangers of visceral fat & myosteatosis How the microbiome and endotoxemia influence body composition and aging The overlooked roles of collagen and hyaluronic acid Simple resistance-training approaches for real, lasting results A new way to think about investing in your long-term health Resources Get Super Body now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or your favorite bookstore Explore the Date Your Body program at http://JJFlizanes.com/applu
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Ep. 425: Life After Date Your Body
12/09/2025
Ep. 425: Life After Date Your Body
Real Women. Real Results. Real Transformation. In this very special episode, JJ checks in with past participants of Date Your Body to share where they are now, what has stayed with them, and how their lives have continued to transform long after the program ended. This is more than a “weight loss” conversation. These women healed their nervous systems, rewrote emotional patterns, and finally created a loving, sustainable relationship with their bodies. And the ripple effects? They’ve touched every area of their lives — relationships, confidence, movement, self-worth, energy, and even identity. In today’s episode, you’ll hear: ✨ The long-term impact of nervous system–based body healing ✨ The emotional breakthroughs that still influence their choices today ✨ How they shifted from survival mode to embodied safety ✨ Why old patterns didn’t return — and what replaced them ✨ Real stories of weight released, inflammation lowered, mobility restored, and confidence rebuilt ✨ The spiritual and identity-level changes they never expected And of course… their incredible wins: 💜 Julie (82) — healed six decades of digestive pain, released weight effortlessly, and now loves her body for the first time in her life. 💜 Mandy — not only transformed her body, but even changed her entire family system through her healing. 💜 Karon — can finally look in the mirror and say “I love you” with complete truth. 💜 Traci — released 17 pounds, gained muscle, reclaimed athleticism, and found pride again. 💜 Ami — ditched emotional eating, restored flexibility, and now feels strong and peaceful in her body. This episode is proof: When you stop fighting your body and start listening to it, your whole life changes. If you’ve ever felt stuck, frustrated with your body, or tired of doing “all the right things” without results, this conversation will show you what’s truly possible when the nervous system feels safe and supported. ✨ Want to experience this transformation for yourself? Applications are now open for Date Your Body 2026 and the 2026 Empowerment Programs. If you’re ready to change your relationship with your body, food, self-care, and emotional patterns… 👉 Apply here: JJFlizanes.com/apply This is your invitation to finally feel at home in your body.
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Ep. 424: Are you weight loss resistant?
12/02/2025
Ep. 424: Are you weight loss resistant?
If you’ve been doing all the right things—eating clean, exercising, thinking positive—and still not seeing the changes you want… This week I recorded a solo show on Weight-Loss Resistance and the REAL reasons your body isn’t changing. (Spoiler: it’s not your willpower, your discipline, or your motivation.) I break down the top 7 metabolic blocks I see over and over again, plus the missing link that most programs ignore:👉 your nervous system. Because your body cannot release weight or inflammation when it doesn’t feel safe. And to help you go deeper, I’m giving you FREE access to my classic Metabolic Makeover Program — normally $500 — updated with new insights on hormones, belly fat, stress, gut health, and nervous-system healing. 🎁 Get the Metabolic Makeover FREE Use code JJFREE at checkout➡️ Inside the program you’ll get:✓ The Weight-Loss Resistance Quiz✓ The 7 root causes of metabolic resistance✓ How to balance hormones naturally✓ What really drives belly fat✓ How to end emotional + metabolic burnout✓ Workbook, audios, videos, and step-by-step guidance If you’ve ever felt like your body is working against you… this will help you understand exactly why — and what to do next. Your body is not the problem. It’s the messenger. I hope this episode — and the free Metabolic Makeover — help you finally understand what your body has been trying to tell you. With love, JJ
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Ep. 423: Dreamifesting
11/25/2025
Ep. 423: Dreamifesting
This week’s episode is a powerful and intimate conversation with my dear friend and dream expert Kelly Sullivan Walden, inspired by her newest book, Dreamifesting. I open up about some recent struggles and how my dreams have been helping me process emotions I didn’t even realize I was holding. Together, we explore the unconscious, the mirror effect, and how our lessons and wounds reflect our relationship with ourselves. If you’ve been feeling stretched, overwhelmed, or in transition, this episode may be exactly what your soul needs. About Kelly: Kelly Sullivan Walden is a bestselling author, dream expert, certified hypnotherapist, and spiritual teacher who helps people decode the wisdom in their dreams and use their subconscious as a tool for healing and manifestation. Learn more about her work at Dreamifesting.com and KellySullivanWalden.com. As we move into the holiday season, I want to lovingly remind you to choose you — your peace, your healing, and the version of yourself you want to step into in 2026. There are still limited spaces available for: ✨ Date Your Body (starting January) ✨ Rewiring Your Core Wound Patterns If you’re craving more peace, alignment, joy, and a deeper commitment to yourself, don’t wait — both programs close at the end of the year. What better holiday gift to yourself than the investment in your own emotional freedom and expansion? Apply here (free): 👉 jjflizanes.com/apply Wishing you a safe, balanced, heartfelt, deeply appreciative Thanksgiving.
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Ep. 422: It Only Takes One Person
11/18/2025
Ep. 422: It Only Takes One Person
What if the key to transforming your relationships isn’t getting everyone else to change — but changing your own energy first? In this powerful episode, JJ Flizanes explores the science and soul behind how one person’s healing can ripple through an entire family system. You’ll hear from Mandy Bobo, a longtime member of JJ’s community who’s completed Date Your Body Beta, Rewiring Your Core Wound Patterns, Healing the Mother Wound, and Connect Couples Retreat. Through her personal transformation, Mandy didn’t just change her own life — she shifted the energy of her entire family: her husband, her kids, her sister, and even her mother. This episode dives into:💫 The energetic science behind why one regulated nervous system can calm others💫 How mirror neurons and heart coherence create emotional “contagion”💫 Why your healing work automatically changes your relationships💫 Real-life proof that “it only takes one person” to transform a family system💫 Mandy’s inspiring journey through the Empowerment Programs and what happened next If you’ve ever felt like you’re the only one doing the work, this episode will remind you how powerful your presence truly is. Key Quotes: “Your calm becomes a tuning fork for the people you love.” “When one person regulates, the entire system reorganizes.” “You don’t have to push people to change — you become the frequency that invites it.” Mentioned in this episode: 🎟️ Masterclass: Why Your Body Won’t Change Until Your Nervous System Feels Safe💸 Normally $97 — FREE with code JJ97 🌀 Empowerment Programs 2026: · Date Your Body (3 months) · Rewiring Your Core Wound Patterns (9 months) · Radiant Sacred Circle (9 months) · Connect Couples Retreat (Mexico) · VIP Private Intensives 👉 Apply now →http:// jjflizanes.com/apply
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Ep. 421: Who Holds the Vision for You?
11/11/2025
Ep. 421: Who Holds the Vision for You?
In this episode, JJ Flizanes shares a powerful conversation from the Unleashing Your Manifestation Power live event — featuring members of her community who have experienced real transformation through support, accountability, and connection. This success panel explores one of the most overlooked truths about personal growth and manifestation: you can’t do it alone. We dive into: 💫 Why having the right people in your life — mentors, peers, coaches, and friends — determines how far you’ll go. 🌱 How accountability isn’t about pressure or perfection, but about being witnessed in your evolution. 👁️ The importance of being around people who can see the version of you that you’re becoming, even before you can. 🤍 The difference between being supported and being enabled — and how true support challenges you to embody your vision. 🔥 What it means to “lead and be led” in community, so you’re not just learning — you’re living it. Whether you’re on a healing journey, building your next-level vision, or ready to expand into a more empowered version of yourself — this episode will remind you that growth happens in relationship. ✨ Ask yourself: Who’s leading me right now? Who has my back when I forget what’s possible? Who’s holding the vision for me when I can’t see it yet? If you’re ready to find your people — those who will help you embody your vision and hold you accountable to your highest potential — apply for JJ’s 2026 Empowerment Programs now at
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Ep. 420: Why Your Body Won't Change
11/04/2025
Ep. 420: Why Your Body Won't Change
If you’ve ever said, “I know what to do… I just can’t seem to do it,” this episode is for you. Today, JJ Flizanes uncovers the hidden reason most people stay stuck, no matter how much effort, discipline, or positive thinking they apply: an unsafe nervous system. Your body doesn’t change when it’s under threat — it changes when it feels safe. And the first step to transformation is understanding whether your nervous system feels regulated enough to allow change in the first place. In this episode, you’ll learn:💫 Why your nervous system—not your willpower—determines your results💫 The physiological link between emotional safety, metabolism, and body composition💫 10 powerful questions to assess whether your body feels safe or stuck in survival mode💫 What true “body safety” feels like—and how to begin creating it💫 Why the body protects you (and how to make it trust you again) This conversation sets the stage for JJ’s brand-new masterclass:🎟️ Why Your Body Won’t Change Until Your Nervous System Feels Safe Normally $97 — but you can join for FREE with code JJ97.👉
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Ep. 419: 3 Phases of Detox
10/28/2025
Ep. 419: 3 Phases of Detox
Why Your Body Won't Change Masterclass Nov 19th Use code JJ97 to get it for free 2026 Empowerment Programs Open for Applications! In This Episode, You’ll Learn: · The three phases of detoxification and how each supports your body’s natural healing. · The most common heavy metals that disrupt your hormones and energy. · How to recognize signs of heavy metal toxicity and what tests can reveal hidden exposures. · The role of your liver, gut, and lymphatic system in effective detox. · Natural, everyday ways to enhance detox pathways through food, movement, and mindset. · How to create a detox-friendly lifestyle that supports vitality year-round. Resources Mentioned: · Download Jeanne’s free handout: The Healing Power of Detoxification → · Learn more about Jeanne Peters → Connect with JJ: Visit
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Ep. 418: The Bridge Back to Yourself
10/21/2025
Ep. 418: The Bridge Back to Yourself
In this heartfelt episode, we’re bringing you straight into the energy of Unleashing Your Manifestation Power—our live event that just wrapped this past weekend. You’ll hear directly from attendees as they share their personal breakthroughs, manifestations, and what it means to finally reconnect with their authentic selves. This conversation is about coming home to you—bridging the gap between who you’ve been and who you’re becoming. It’s a reflection of the transformation that happens when you regulate your nervous system, align your energy, and open your heart to receive more of what you truly desire. ✨ In this episode: Powerful testimonials from our live event community Real stories of emotional healing and manifestation The essence of what it means to “bridge back to yourself” 🌟 Now Open: 2026 Empowerment Programs If this episode resonates with you and you’re ready to create your own transformation, applications are now open for all 2026 Empowerment Programs—including Date Your Body, Rewiring Core Wound Patterns, Radiant Sacred Circle, and Connect: A Couples Retreat. Visit
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Ep. 417: Microdosing for PTSD, Anxiety, Depression and Addiction
10/14/2025
Ep. 417: Microdosing for PTSD, Anxiety, Depression and Addiction
In this episode, JJ explores the rapidly growing research on psychedelic-assisted therapy and microdosing — and how these natural medicines are helping people heal from PTSD, anxiety, depression, and addiction when traditional methods fall short. She interviews AC Braddock , CEO of Eden Labs. You’ll learn:✨What recent clinical trials at Johns Hopkins, NYU, and Harvard are revealing about psilocybin and MDMA✨ Why psychedelics are showing success rates of 60–80% for conditions once considered “treatment-resistant”✨ How microdosing differs from full-dose journeys and why it may gently rewire neural pathways for emotional regulation and resilience✨ The historical reasons these substances were made illegal — and why science is finally catching up to their healing potential✨ Practical considerations for safety, integration, and using these tools with reverence rather than recreation Whether you’re curious about microdosing or simply seeking new perspectives on healing trauma and emotional patterns, this episode bridges science, spirituality, and lived experience to illuminate what’s possible when we reconnect the brain, body, and spirit.
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Ep. 416: Vegan Italian with Chef Tara
10/07/2025
Ep. 416: Vegan Italian with Chef Tara
Tickets still available for Unleashing Your Manifestation Power NEXT WEEK Oct 17-19th reach out and let me help you get here! Discover the delicious flavors of plant-based Italian cooking with more than 100 vegan recipes inspired by classic Italian dishes, from the owner and chef of Pura Vita “Part love letter to Italy, part encyclopedia of plant-based technique, Vegana Italiana is a joyous celebration of food, family, and heart. I want to make everything in this book!”—Joanne Molinaro, New York Times bestselling author of The Korean Vegan Ever wish you could whip up vegan versions of fresh cheese ravioli or meatballs? As the owner and chef behind the first 100% plant-based Italian restaurant in the United States, Tara Punzone knows how to transform classic Italian staples into delicious vegan dishes without sacrificing any flavor. Growing up in a big Italian family in New York, food was always at the heart of Punzone's community and gatherings. Her debut cookbook, Vegana Italiana,offers more than 100 vegan Italian recipes inspired by her family’s meals and fan-favorites from her Los Angeles-based restaurant Pura Vita. Grab your copy today at Amazon! Vegana Italiana JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the creator of the Empowering Minds Network. JJ Flizanes works with conscious, spiritual truth seekers who want to remove emotional blocks to success. She helps people identify sabotaging patterns and transmute struggle into joy. Through a series of clarifying exercises, she is able to curate a personalized roadmap to emotional healing. JJ is passionate about empowering people with the knowledge and awareness of how they can live the life of their dreams. She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, a best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life and The Invisible Fitness Formula: 5 Secrets to Release Weight and End Body Shame. Named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine, JJ has been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, and Women’s Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox, the CW and KTLA. Learn more
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Ep. 416: How Your Nervous System Shapes Reality
10/03/2025
Ep. 416: How Your Nervous System Shapes Reality
If you’ve been struggling to heal your body, create the relationships you want, attract abundance, or even feel clear on your purpose… it might not be your fault. The truth is: when your nervous system is stuck in old patterns of survival, it blocks your ability to thrive. It keeps you repeating the same cycles—in love, in health, in money—no matter how hard you try to change. That’s why I created Unleashing Your Manifestation Power, a 3-day live event October17-19th in Redondo Beach, CA. This isn’t just another personal development weekend. It’s an energetic reset—an immersive experience to help you: ✨ Release the patterns that keep you stuck in survival mode ✨ Reprogram your nervous system so healing, love, and abundance feel safe ✨ Expand your capacity to receive more of what you want in every area of life ✨ Find clarity in your purpose and the courage to move forward As part of my community, you can save $250 on your ticket with my code: JJ250. 👉 Reserve your seat here: And if you’d like to “test drive” this work first, I created a 3-hour masterclass called Unlock the Hidden Link Between Your Nervous System and Manifestation. Normally $500, but with my code JJ500, you can access it free. 👉 Get the free workshop here: If you’re ready to stop repeating the same loops and finally create the love, health, abundance, and clarity you deserve, this is the path forward. With love and possibility, JJ
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Ep. 415: Activating Magic
09/30/2025
Ep. 415: Activating Magic
GET YOUR TICKETS!!! Unleashing Your Manifestation Power JJ250 for $250 off at checkout Darla LeDoux is a transformational retreat leader and bestselling author of Shift the Field & Retreat and Grow Rich. Founder of Sourced, she guides coaches, consultants, and healers to offer and deliver deep transformational work with their magical gifts – especially through groups and retreats. With a background as a chemical engineer at Procter & Gamble, Darla combines practical expertise with deep intuitive insight to help clients harness their Sourced Magic, the unique way Source works through them in service of transformation. Retreat Leader Checklist: Sourced Magic Quiz: JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the creator of the Empowering Minds Network. JJ Flizanes works with conscious, spiritual truth seekers who want to remove emotional blocks to success. She helps people identify sabotaging patterns and transmute struggle into joy. Through a series of clarifying exercises, she is able to curate a personalized roadmap to emotional healing. JJ is passionate about empowering people with the knowledge and awareness of how they can live the life of their dreams. She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, a best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life and The Invisible Fitness Formula: 5 Secrets to Release Weight and End Body Shame. Named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine, JJ has been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, and Women’s Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox, the CW and KTLA. Learn more
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Ep: 414: The Flow Factor
09/23/2025
Ep: 414: The Flow Factor
This week’s episode is extra special—it’s the book launch for Christy Whitman’s brand-new release, Christy will also be joining us live at on Sunday, October 19th, where she’ll be signing books in person! About the Book The Flow Factor is your guide to experiencing life in effortless alignment. Life isn’t meant to feel like a constant battle—and you don’t have to hustle harder or push through overwhelm to create success and happiness. In this groundbreaking book, Christy shares practical, proven methods to: · Shift your energy quickly and easily · Master the principles of quantum flow · Live in harmony with the universal flow of energy · Create lasting ease and fulfillment in every area of life When you , you’ll also receive exclusive free gifts designed to help you start experiencing more ease, alignment, and fulfillment right away. 🎧 Step 1: Listen to this week’s episode: 📘 Step 2: Pre-order Christy’s book + ✨ Step 3: Join us live on October 19th for , where Christy will be speaking and signing books in person! JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the host of several podcasts including People’s Choice Awards nominee Spirit, Purpose & Energy. JJ Flizanes works with conscious, spiritual truth seekers who want to remove emotional blocks to success. She helps people identify sabotaging patterns and transmute struggle into joy. Through a series of clarifying exercises, she is able to curate a personalized roadmap to emotional healing. JJ is passionate about empowering people with the knowledge and awareness of how they can live the life of their dreams.
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Ep. 413: Shadow Work and Self Love
09/16/2025
Ep. 413: Shadow Work and Self Love
Get your 2-1 ticket NOW! Unleash Your Manifestation Power Have you ever thought you were healed—only to realize, deep down, something was still missing? In our newest episode of the podcast, I invited my former client Sheridon Taylor to share his courageous and deeply personal journey of transformation. After years of traditional therapy, Sheridon believed he had forgiven his father… until we did the work together that changed everything. “I realized all that talk never changed how I felt. But when JJ helped me uncover the deeper story and feel the love I’d shut out… it brought me to my knees.” — Sheridon Taylor This episode is a testament to the power of shadow work, emotional honesty, and choosing to go deeper than surface-level healing. If you’ve ever wondered whether therapy alone is enough—or if there’s more available to you—this conversation is one you don’t want to miss. Sheridon's story is raw, real, and inspiring. It reminds us that true healing happens when we stop just talking about it… and start feeling through it. With love, JJ
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Ep. 412: The Power of Resilience, Adaptability & Authenticity
09/09/2025
Ep. 412: The Power of Resilience, Adaptability & Authenticity
Get $250 OFF YOUR TICKET! Tickets available for Unleashing Your Manifestation Power LIVE in Oct Use code JJ250 at checkout! I can hardly believe it… Spirit, Purpose & Energy just hit 500 episodes! To celebrate this milestone, I invited some of my favorite fellow podcasters—Allison Melody (Food Heals), Michael Neely (Consciously Speaking), and Doug Sandler (Nice Guys on Business)—for a fun, honest, and inspiring conversation about what it really takes to stay the course. We talked about: ✨ The resilience it takes to keep showing up when things get hard ✨ Why consistency is the secret to long-term success (and sanity!) ✨ The power of authenticity in creating real connections ✨ How adaptability has kept us growing as people and business owners ✨ Our biggest mistakes (yes, we shared them all!) and the lessons they taught us It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the podcasting journey—but the truth is, these lessons apply to anyone building a dream, a business, or a new version of themselves. And because celebrating isn’t complete without a gift, here’s one for you: If you’re ready to experience this kind of transformation LIVE and in person, join me October 17–19 in Redondo Beach, CA for Unleashing Your Manifestation Power. Use the special code JJ250 at checkout to take $250 off your ticket. Reserve your seat here:
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Ep. 411: 5 Signs You're Releasing Stuck Energy
09/02/2025
Ep. 411: 5 Signs You're Releasing Stuck Energy
Join the next FREE 14 Day Manifestation Challenge on Sept 5th! Tickets available for Unleashing Your Manifestation Power LIVE in Oct Kristin White, a former event planner and political fundraiser (including two years in the White House), answered her calling to merge her love of music and meditation into a life of healing and transformation. Now based in Hermosa Beach, CA, she creates symphonic sound baths infused with gongs, crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, Native American flute, chimes, drums, shruti box, tongue drum, and vocal toning—an experience that transcends sound and delivers the vibration of love itself. As a sound bath practitioner, meditation instructor, Reiki Master, retreat facilitator, and author of The Love Frequency and Wisdom of the Wild Ones, Kristin weaves universal healing energy into every offering. Whether guiding local sound baths or co-creating restorative retreats, she invites participants to leave lighter, more joyful, and deeply connected to the frequency of transformation. 3 Key Secrets to Creating a Transformational Sound Bath Experience The Sound Bath Academy Special Kristin’s Books
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Ep. 410: Homeopathy for Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and Migraines
08/26/2025
Ep. 410: Homeopathy for Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, and Migraines
Join the next FREE 14 Day Manifestation Challenge on Sept 5th! Tickets available for Unleashing Your Manifestation Power LIVE in Oct Discover how homeopathy can help you heal naturally without harmful drugs. In this episode, JJ talks with homeopath Avghi about the power of homeopathy to support your body’s innate ability to heal. Learn how homeopathy works, the principles behind "like cures like," and some essential remedies to have on hand for common issues like anxiety, migraines, and recovery from injuries. Avghi shares her personal journey into homeopathy, insights on treating both acute and chronic conditions, and how constitutional remedies can transform your health. Whether you're new to homeopathy or looking for natural alternatives, this video is packed with valuable information to guide you toward safe, effective, and natural healing solutions. Tune in to explore how you can empower your health with homeopathy today! Avghi Constantinides, D.Hom HMC ICH RS Hom (NA) MA, has been a leading force in homeopathy since 1995, celebrated as an award-winning educator, author, and advocate dedicated to making holistic health accessible. With advanced degrees in Homeopathy and Nutrition, she blends deep expertise with compassion, inspiring both students and patients through her teaching, writing—including the acclaimed Homeopathy Handbook—and public speaking. Honored with the National Center for Homeopathy’s inaugural Education Award in 2023, Avghi is particularly committed to supporting individuals on the spectrum and those navigating cancer. Beyond her professional work, she is an avid sailor with over 25 years of leadership in the sailing community, bringing her spirit of exploration and resilience into all she does. https://www.homeopathyforlife.com/
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Ep. 409: Building Trust, Rekindling Connection and Unlocking Creativity
08/19/2025
Ep. 409: Building Trust, Rekindling Connection and Unlocking Creativity
Join the FREE 14 Day Manifestation Challenge starting Sept 5th! http://jjflizanes.com/14day Tickets available for Unleashing Your Manifestation Power Oct 17-19th http://jjflizanes.com/unleash In this week’s heartfelt and inspiring episode, you’ll hear Mandy and Neil’s powerful story of transformation through Connect—a couples retreat designed to reignite emotional intimacy, open the door to deeper trust, and spark fresh creativity in your relationship. They’ll share how this safe, supportive, and empowering space helped them: Break through long-standing communication barriers Strengthen their emotional bond Gain tools to navigate life’s challenges—together Whether you’re looking to rebuild trust, deepen intimacy, or simply feel more connected, this retreat offers an unparalleled opportunity for growth and breakthroughs. What you’ll hear in this episode: The surprising shifts Mandy and Neil experienced in just four days How confidence, creativity, and connection came rushing back into their relationship Why the right environment can accelerate transformation in ways you never imagined This is more than a retreat—it’s a catalyst for a more vibrant, fulfilling life with your partner. Ready to take the first step toward your own transformation? Apply now to be the first to know when the next Connect retreat is announced: jjflizanes.com/couplesretreat
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Ep. 408: The Truth About Letting Go and Letting Them
08/11/2025
Ep. 408: The Truth About Letting Go and Letting Them
There’s a popular phrase floating around the self-help space lately: “Just let them.” Let them treat you how they want. Let them walk away. Let them show their true colors. And while that advice may sound empowering, it can actually be harmful when misunderstood. In this raw and real conversation with Christy Whitman, NYT Bestselling Author and Quantum Energy Coach, we unpack the dangerous oversimplification of the "Let Them" trend and what’s actually needed to release attachment, reclaim your energy, and create the life you truly desire. And check out 24 HOURS LEFT: Special 2-for-1 Offer If this conversation hits home—don’t miss this. For the next 24 hours only, you can get two powerful transformational experiences for the price of one: Becoming Magnetic – my online course to help you regulate your nervous system, release survival states, and become a vibrational match for what you desire. Unleashing Your Manifestation Power LIVE – a 3-day event in Redondo Beach, CA (October 17–19), where Christy will be with us in person leading an exclusive experience from her new book The Flow Factor. You get BOTH for the price of ONE—until the clock runs out. Let’s stop pretending transformation is simple. Let’s do the work that actually creates lasting change.
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Ep. 407: Signs That You Live in a Survival State
08/05/2025
Ep. 407: Signs That You Live in a Survival State
If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right—visualizing, journaling, meditating—but you're still stuck in the same patterns...This week’s episode might just give you the missing piece. Before you try to "manifest harder," ask yourself these questions: · Do you constantly feel exhausted, even when you’re not doing much? · Do you keep recreating the same painful patterns—in love, in money, in health? · Do you feel like you’re always “on edge,” even when things are fine? · Do you overthink everything, or feel frozen when it’s time to act? · Do you feel disconnected from joy, play, passion, or possibility? · Do you swing between hyper-productivity and complete burnout? If you said yes to even one of those… there’s a high chance you’re living in a survival state. And when your nervous system doesn’t feel safe, it will block the very things you’re trying to attract. This episode is your invitation to start seeing manifestation through a new lens—a nervous system-informed lens. 👉 And if you're ready to do the real work, I’ve got a limited-time 2-for-1 offer: 🎁 Join Becoming Magnetic (6 week online program) AND get a free ticket to my 3-day live event in October—Unleashing Your Manifestation Power. This offer is only available until Aug 12th — and space is limited. 🔗 You’re not broken. You’re not lazy. You’re just stuck in a survival loop that was never meant to be permanent. Let’s break it together. 💫
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Ep. 406: Add 13 Years to Your Life with Zero Negativity
07/29/2025
Ep. 406: Add 13 Years to Your Life with Zero Negativity
If you’ve ever wanted to start rewiring your nervous system, heal at a deeper level, and finally align with your manifestation power—now is your moment. From August 1st–10th, I’m offering a Buy One, Get One Free special on my brand-new course: 💫 This transformational 2-week program kicks off August 13th and was specifically designed to: Help you unlock the hidden link between your nervous system and manifestation Shift out of chronic survival states and into a regulated, parasympathetic state where your body can heal Begin the inner work needed to attract with ease instead of hustle Prepare you for the deeper breakthroughs available at my live event in October This is foundational work that will set you up to go deeper, further, and faster when you join us at: October 17–19, 2025 | Redondo Beach, CA And here’s the best part... When you join Becoming Magnetic now, you’ll get a FREE ticket to the October live event (a $997 value!) But don’t wait—this offer ends at midnight on August 10th, and the course begins August 13th. Let this be the moment you start aligning your nervous system, your energy, and your desires. It’s time to become magnetic. With love and excitement, JJ 💛
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Ep. 405: Are You Metabolically Flexible?
07/22/2025
Ep. 405: Are You Metabolically Flexible?
Have you ever said, “I think my blood sugar’s dropping—I need to eat something!” Or maybe you’ve been told you’re hypoglycemic, and now you panic when you miss a meal? ⚠️ Here’s the truth: most people who think they’re hypoglycemic… aren’t. They’re just metabolically inflexible. In this week’s podcast, I break down: ✅ What metabolic flexibility actually means✅ The myth of hypoglycemia and how it’s often misdiagnosed✅ Why eating every 2 hours is doing you more harm than good✅ And how to retrain your body to burn both glucose and fat efficiently 💥 And one more thing… TODAY is the LAST day to register for my 3-hour LIVE workshop happening tomorrow:🔓 Unlock the Link Between Your Nervous System and Manifestation We’ll go deep into how your nervous system wiring affects your ability to create, attract, and feel safe receiving what you truly want. If you’ve ever felt like you “know what to do” but can’t seem to get there—this workshop is for you. Save your spot here before midnight: Code JJ500 See you hopefully live tomorrow!
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