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#60: In this solo episode, I discuss balancing motherhood and work, making time for yourself, transitioning from 1-2 and 2-3 kids (soon!), how we knew we were ready to have a third baby and working out while pregnant. ⁠Follow me⁠ and ⁠the pod on Instagram⁠ for the latest podcast deets every week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kayla-brandon/message

#59: In this episode, I interviewed Bailey Hilliard, the Inmate Rehabilitation Programs Manager at the Chesterfield County Jail in Virginia. She has a masters in social work and a clear passion for helping those who suffer from mental health issues and trauma. Bailey has been with the Chesterfield Sheriff’s Office since 2020 where she now oversees the operation of the Helping Addicts Recover Progressively Program — better known has HARP. You might have seen some of their viral TikToks where inmates share their experience with the program and lead personal affirmation tapping meditations.  During the interview I sat down with Bailey and also a HARP Program participant, Jennifer. We discussed what inspired HARP’s creation and how prevalent drug and alcohol addiction are in most jails, Jennifer’s experience going through the program and how it’s changed her life, some of the different healing modalities they use and so much more. Connect with the HARP team on TikTok. Follow me and the pod on Instagram for the latest podcast deets every week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kayla-brandon/message

#58: In this episode, I interviewed Morgan Barber, mom of two, certified postpartum doula, passionate advocate for women’s health and founder of Nue, a proactive tool to help new parents navigate the next chapter. We discuss her passion for women’s health, the birth and postpartum stories of both her girls, her career journey and how that helped her launch her first company, the continued care curriculum Nue offers and so much more. Connect with Nue on Instagram,  LinkedIn and their website. Follow me and the pod on Instagram for the latest podcast deets every week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kayla-brandon/message

#57: In this episode, I interviewed Ashley Jones, a Trauma-Informed Coach, Intuitive Guide, and Reiki Practitioner. Ashley’s known for her unique holistic approach that merges modern understandings of the mind and body with ancient practices that remember the power of the self and the soul. We discuss her background in neuroscience and how she applies that to her coaching, what reiki is and how it helps heal you, her best advice for those looking for true healing in their lives, the beauty of finding your “yellow” and having conversations that are outside your comfort zone, and so much more. Connect with Ashley on Instagram and her website. Follow me and the pod on Instagram for the latest podcast deets every week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kayla-brandon/message

#56: In this episode, I interviewed Serena Dodd, founder of Mental Fitness HQ, where she helps business owners unlock their full potential by cultivating a strong and resilient mindset. But Serena has advice for more than just entrepreneurs — she’s speaking to anyone feeling stuck in life right now. We discuss her career journey, how to get out of your head, how to get unstuck and recover quicker from failure, and the impact social media has on our mental health. Connect with Serena on Instagram and her website. Follow me and the pod on Instagram for the latest podcast deets every week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kayla-brandon/message

#55: In this episode, I interviewed Liz Cuttica, founder of Milly Grey Movement, certified Pregnancy and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist, Lululemon ambassador and a fellow working mom. Liz’s mission is to educate women about the foundations of functional movement and ensure that they can safely and effectively continue to move throughout pregnancy and postpartum. She’s also extremely knowledgeable and passionate about pelvic floor and core health.  We discuss how to properly identify your core and pelvic floor, how important they are for a functioning body, how to perform a Kegel, and Liz’s thoughts on motherhood.  Connect with Liz on Instagram and through her website, and listen to her first appearance on the Life Well-Lived Podcast where we discuss how to heal your body postpartum. Follow me and the pod on Instagram for the latest podcast deets every week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kayla-brandon/message

#54: In this episode, I interviewed Payge Denver, a Michigan native and mother of eight beautiful children. Payge is a busy mom, a business owner and also a personal friend of mine who I admire for her dedication to her family, God and her community.  We discuss Payge’s journey to motherhood, what advice she’d give her younger self, managing mealtime and schedules for kids in various life stages, how she makes time for self-care and how her faith has impacted every area of her life. Connect with Payge on Instagram and Facebook. Payge is also passionate about building women’s confidence through clean, anti aging beauty products. Send her a DM on Instagram to chat!  To book a bounce house in Metro Detroit, check out her family business, The Daily Jump Party Rentals, LLC. Follow me and the pod on Instagram for the latest podcast deets every week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kayla-brandon/message

#53: In this episode, I interviewed Colleen Coles, a certified life coach and spiritual healer for those who crave deeper intimacy in their lives and with themselves, while expanding their dream life, legacy and personal relationships. We discuss all things trauma-related — how to identify it, forgive others, heal, manage your trauma response, and so much more. I personally learned so much from Colleen and I know you will too.  Connect with Colleen on Instagram and her website.  Follow me and the pod on Instagram for the latest podcast deets every week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kayla-brandon/message

#52: In this episode, I interviewed Catharine Arnston, the founder and CEO of ENERGYbits. Catharine ditched her decades-long corporate career to pursue entrepreneurship after her sister was diagnosed with cancer. Since then, she’s spent the past thirteen years researching algae, proving it’s efficacy and creating ENERGYbits to help make consuming this superfood more accessible for all.  We discuss the benefits of spirulina and chlorella, how these algae have 1,000 times more nutrition than any other vegetable, how they can boost your immunity, increase your athletic performance and lower inflammation, and so much more. If you’d like to get 20% off your first order, use the code LIFEWELL at checkout. I’ve tried these myself and I must say they’re a game-changer for making my spirulina smoothies in the morning!  Below are just a few of the articles Catharine has published about algae: Why algae is a FOOD not a supplement Why the world needs algae Dosage Charts Algae Comparison: Spirulina algae v.s chlorella algae Algae for Mitochondria Health and Longevity Why Algae Outperforms Collagen Chlorophll + Red Light Therapy generates ATP Biohacking with Algae Immune Health with algae Improve Wellness with algae Improve Athletic performance with algae   Prevent Aging and disease with algae Algae has the highest concentration of chlorophyll in the world Connect with Catharine and ENERGYbits on Instagram, LinkedIn and through her website.  Follow me and the pod on Instagram for the latest podcast deets every week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kayla-brandon/message

#51: In this episode, I interviewed Shelley Kay, a leading career coach, speaker and expert in changing the way women work. She’s all about expanding women’s leadership and maximizing their impact at work—without burning out. She brings more than ten years HR leadership experience at Fortune 100 companies like Google, PepsiCo and GE, helping high-achieving women have it all, both inside and outside the office.  We discuss practical ways to beat burnout, what management looks for in high-potential employees, finding gratitude in your current job, work/life harmony and so much more. Connect with Shelley Kay on Instagram, LinkedIn and through her website.  Follow me and the pod on Instagram for the latest podcast deets every week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kayla-brandon/message

#50: In this episode, I interviewed Megan Atkinson, founder and principal designer of MEGANROSE Interiors.  Megan and I met through Greek life in college, and I’ve loved following along her personal and professional journey since we graduated. Today, she’s a mother of three, an entrepreneur driven by a passion for home and has a background in real estate.  We discuss how the pandemic led to the creation of MEGANROSE Interiors in 2020, design principles you can apply in your own home, what’s trending and what’s on its way out, her wellness routine, work/life harmony and so much more. Connect with Megan on Instagram (both personally and professionally), Facebook, LinkedIn and check out her website. Follow me and the pod on Instagram for the latest podcast deets every week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kayla-brandon/message

#49: In this episode, I spoke with Danielle Bredemus, a dear friend and woman on a mission to share the story of loss, hope and healing in the name of her sweet son, Bentley. Just a trigger warning for those listening today — we do discuss miscarriage, losing a child and more sensitive topics. If you’re struggling with any of these too, please know it’s okay to skip this episode and come back next week. We also dive into lighter topics including what Danielle is doing from a spiritual, mental and physical perspective to continue living and honor Bentley’s life, despite this unthinkable tragedy. I hope you say a quick prayer for Danielle and her family. This episode is incredibly moving and I am astonished at her strength. Connect with Danielle on Instagram and Facebook and be sure to check out the Star Legacy Foundation. Follow me and the pod on Instagram for the latest podcast deets every week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kayla-brandon/message