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Today I have the pleasure of welcoming my friend Demi Betschart back to the show! Demi is a trained and certified Birth & Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, Professional Placenta Encapsulator, and training to become a Certified & Licensed Midwife. If you haven’t listened to Demi’s first appearance on the podcast, it’s episode 13. The Freedom of Home Birth & How to Find Your Perfect Doula or Midwife. It’s amazing! Find the full shownotes for this episode at betterwaytodolife.com/14. SHOWNOTES: 03:56 — Hormones During Pregnancy, Birth & Postpartum The role of progesterone Why many women experience constipation during the first trimester The role of estrogen The reason behind breast tenderness during pregnancy What gives us a pregnancy glow? The role of relaxin Why it is important to maintain muscle tone and strength during pregnancy The role of prolactin The role of oxytocin The reason behind the "baby blues” Ways to increase oxytocin production after birth 5-MeO-DMT (aka the "God molecule”) is produced during birth 17:32 — The Magic of Placenta What is placenta? (It’s an organ!) The function of the placenta You can eat your placenta! What nutrients are in the placenta? Using the placenta to stop postpartum hemorrhage Placenta encapsulations What can we do with the placenta besides eating it? Animals eat their placentas 25:20 — Birth Trauma The importance of working on your birth trauma before giving birth Unresolved emotional trauma comes up during labor and holts the process How Demi works with clients and their emotional trauma Letting go of shame around one's trauma to heal it 32:37 — The Role a Woman’s Partner Plays During Birth Why it is important for a woman to have someone hold a strong masculine container for her while she is giving birth How people’s power and autonomy get taken away in a hospital during birth Resources: Instagram: @demibetschart ••• Love the show? Here are the ways you can support it: 1. SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts • Google Podcasts • Spotify • Stitcher 2. LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts 3. SHARE with friends, family members, or anyone who you think will love the show, too! Follow on INSTAGRAM for more better life inspiration: @betterwaytodolife

In this episode, I read the 8th Verse of the Tao Te Ching. This verse inspires us to be like water. Which qualities of water can we adopt to embody our Higher Self more? Tao Te Ching is an ancient Chinese text, written around 400 BC by a sage and philosopher Lao Tzu. If you’d like to share your thoughts on today’s episode, you can do so in the comments section of this week’s Zen Weekly post on Instagram. You can also DM me @betterwaytodolife. ••• Love the show? Here are the ways you can support it: 1. SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts • Google Podcasts • Spotify • Stitcher 2. LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts 3. SHARE with friends, family members, or anyone who you think will love the show, too! Follow on INSTAGRAM for more better life inspiration: @betterwaytodolife

Demi is a trained and certified Birth & Postpartum Doula, Childbirth Educator, Professional Placenta Encapsulator, and training to become a Certified & Licensed Midwife. She believes that birth is a pivotal time in a woman’s life and strives to co-create an environment of respect, safety, intimacy, and informed choice so that women and families can achieve their utmost wellbeing. She guides women back to their intuition to help them have an empowered conception, pregnancy, birth and parenting journey. Find the full shownotes for this episode at betterwaytodolife.com/13. SHOWNOTES: 04:25 — Demi’s Story How Demi found her calling as a doula and a midwife Understanding the impact of unresolved trauma on the birth process 13:15 — Doula vs Midwife The difference between a doula and a midwife How does a doula support women through their pregnancy and birth? What does a midwife do during birth? Why you should interview several doulas or midwives before making a decision The importance of carefully choosing people who are going to be in your birth space Is it okay to change your birthing team throughout pregnancy? 24:11 — Birth Is Not a Medical Condition Why birth is not a medical condition or emergency 95% of births don't need interventions How one intervention leads to many others The importance of not making birth-related decisions from a place of fear A medical professional is not God 29:38 — The Freedom of Home Birth The advantages of a home birth The phase of labor in which a birthing woman should not be interrupted The importance of skin-to-skin contact between the mother and the baby after birth How to create a more comfortable birthing space in the hospital (if you really need to transfer) Is home birth safe? Why breech babies are the norm and safe to deliver at home 42:01 — The Dangers of Hospital Birth Most of the interventions done at hospitals during births are unnecessary The impact of the hospital birth on the attachment system between the mother and the baby The consequences of the mother and the baby being separated after birth 48:16 — Demi’s Birth Circle Connect with Demi: Instagram: @demibetschart Email: [email protected] Phone: +1-805-423-4706 Learn more about The Birth Circle HERE. Demi is offering a generous discount ($150 OFF) for the listeners of the show!  ••• Love the show? Here are the ways you can support it: 1. SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts • Google Podcasts • Spotify • Stitcher 2. LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts 3. SHARE with friends, family members, or anyone who you think will love the show, too! Follow on INSTAGRAM for more better life inspiration: @betterwaytodolife

In this solocast, I talk about the current collective level of consciousness of the planet and the impact it has on our everyday lives. I explain how understanding where we are as a planet in terms of the collective level of consciousness has brought me to a decision to change the podcast episode release schedule. I also talk about how the events of the past several years have impacted the collective level of consciousness + briefly explain David R. Hawkins’ Map of Consciousness and how the collective level of consciousness of the planet has been changing throughout the last 2,000 years!  ••• Love the show? Here are the ways you can support it: 1. SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts • Google Podcasts • Spotify • Stitcher 2. LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts 3. SHARE with friends, family members, or anyone who you think will love the show, too! Follow on INSTAGRAM for more better life inspiration: @betterwaytodolife

Sloane is an energy healer, manifestation coach, and Qigong instructor with a decades-long career in neuromuscular therapy. She is also a multi-hyphenate storyteller and has worked both in front and behind the camera for many years. Sloane often co-mingles both industries as she guides professionals from the entertainment world to manifesting what they want in their careers. Most recently, she had a client manifest an Oscar nomination within nine days of their session with Sloane! Sloane truly believes that abundance in all areas is our birthright and roadblocks are merely stepping stones to growth and higher levels of consciousness. Find the full shownotes for this episode at betterwaytodolife.com/12. SHOWNOTES: 04:40 — Qigong: Definition & History What is Qigong? Why isn’t Qigong as widespread as many other healing practices? What does the word “Qigong” mean? The difference between Qigong and Tai chi 10:50 — The Benefits of Qigong 14:23 — The Power of Breath for Releasing Stress The connection between shallow breathing and accumulated stress The consequences of shallow breathing 20:24 — Practicing Qigong Where to start? Why the practice differs from practitioner to practitioner How Sloane incorporates Tibetan singing bowls into her Qigong practice Sloane’s Journey to Tibet Resources: Website: atlbodyretreat.com Instagram: @sloanewarren Twitter: @SloaneAWarren ••• Love the show? Here are the ways you can support it: 1. SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts • Google Podcasts • Spotify • Stitcher 2. LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts 3. SHARE with friends, family members, or anyone who you think will love the show, too! Follow on INSTAGRAM for more better life inspiration: @betterwaytodolife

In this episode, I read a beautiful excerpt about a simple way to integrate our pain and discomfort from a book called “The Presence Process” by Michael Brown. If you’d like to share your thoughts on today’s episode, you can do so in the comments section of this week’s Zen Weekly post on Instagram. You can also DM me @betterwaytodolife. Have a zen weekend everyone! Enjoy the episode. ••• Love the show? Here are the ways you can support it: 1. SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts • Google Podcasts • Spotify • Stitcher 2. LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts 3. SHARE with friends, family members, or anyone who you think will love the show, too! Follow on INSTAGRAM for more better life inspiration: @betterwaytodolife

Dr. Kim is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and is Nationally Board Certified in Herbology, Oriental Medicine, and Acupuncture. She has been featured in such publications as Forbes, Allure, Meditation Magazine, and Time. Dr. Kim completed extensive training in East Asia under some of the most respected doctors and is devoted to integrating the philosophy and medical wisdom of East Asia with the advancements of Western medicine to positively affect the lives of others. As one the pioneers in natural beauty and wellness industry, Dr. Kim has formulated some of the first all-natural luxury products carried in high-end spas across the world including Ritz Carlton, Four Season, and Mandarin Oriental. Dr. Kim is also a best-selling author of Myung Sung: The Korean Art of Living Meditation, which is available globally in six languages. In her book, she breaks down the principles of Myung Sung, offering a way to achieve a life of balance and happiness by enjoying the positive benefits of meditation every minute of every day. Dr. Kim’s unique approach to meditation combines lessons on movement and natural medicine learned from a lifetime of experience studying Eastern philosophy, Eastern medicine, and martial arts. More about this episode here. SHOWNOTES: 04:40 — Introduction to Dr. Kim’s Work 07:57 — Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) What is TCM? Where does TCM come from? Healing modalities TCM includes 17:27 — Herbology in TCM How acupuncture and herbal medicine are connected and work in synergy The best way to use herbs to support our bodies during different seasons Why herbal formulas created by master herbologists are especially beneficial 26:19 — Myung Sung: The Korean Art of Living Meditation What does Myung Sung mean? What is living meditation? What are the 8 keys to living meditation? Dr. Kim’s practice for starting to incorporate living meditation into your life today Resources: Website: jenellekim.com Instagram: drjenellemkim Myung Sung: The Korean Art of Living Meditation by Dr. Jenelle Kim (Book) ••• Love the show? Here are the ways you can support it: 1. SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts • Google Podcasts • Spotify • Stitcher 2. LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts 3. SHARE with friends, family members, or anyone who you think will love the show, too! Follow on INSTAGRAM for more better life inspiration: @betterwaytodolife

In this episode, I read a poem by Hafiz called “When the Violin”. If you’d like to share your thoughts on today’s episode, you can do so in the comments section of this week’s Zen Weekly post on Instagram. You can also DM me @betterwaytodolife.  Have a zen weekend everyone! Enjoy the episode. ••• Love the show? Here are the ways you can support it: 1. SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts • Google Podcasts • Spotify • Stitcher 2. LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts 3. SHARE with friends, family members, or anyone who you think will love the show, too! Follow on INSTAGRAM for more better life inspiration: @betterwaytodolife

Luke is a Transformation Coach, who uses various healing modalities to help his clients find their path back to wholeness by resolving trauma. He believes that as we go through the healing process, our individual purpose starts shining through and we develop skills that become our service to the world. Luke’s insight into the root of human suffering helped him develop a framework for transforming pain into purpose. He has helped dozens of clients discover and thrive in their purpose. Today, as I am celebrating episode 10 being out in the world, I feel such gratitude for each and every one of you. There are hundreds of amazing podcasts out there, and the fact that you are here means the world to me. Thank you so much for listening! I hope this podcast is bringing value and inspiring you to live a better life. More about this episode here. SHOWNOTES: 04:43 — Luke’s Awakening Story 09:25 — What Makes Inner Work Painful? 11:29 — Why the Ego Is Not Your Enemy 12:28 — Modalities for Healing Emotional Trauma The ways emotional trauma can come up in daily life Where does emotional trauma come from? Nervous system dysregulation as a consequence of trauma Polyvagal theory Neuroception and the role it plays in our everyday lives Attachment theory Parts work: Internal Family Systems (IFS) Somatic work 22:52 — Luke’s Take on Purpose 35:00 — Cultivating Self-Love Resources: Website: purposestate.com Instagram: @purpose.state Bessel van der Kolk, M.D. (Website)  Internal Family Systems (Website)  Somatic Therapy & the Essence of Yoga with Manjushri Agadi (Episode) ••• Love the show? Here are the ways you can support it: 1. SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts • Google Podcasts • Spotify • Stitcher 2. LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts 3. SHARE with friends, family members, or anyone who you think will love the show, too! Follow on INSTAGRAM for more better life inspiration: @betterwaytodolife

In this episode, I read the 37th Verse of the Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu. The Tao Te Ching is an ancient Chinese text, written around 400 BC. It is a fundamental text for both philosophical and religious Taoism. If you’d like to share your thoughts on today’s episode, you can do so in the comments section of this week’s Zen Weekly post on Instagram. You can also DM me @betterwaytodolife. Have a zen weekend everyone! Enjoy the episode.  ••• Love the show? Here are the ways you can support it: 1. SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts • Google Podcasts • Spotify • Stitcher 2. LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts 3. SHARE with friends, family members, or anyone who you think will love the show, too! Follow on INSTAGRAM for more better life inspiration: @betterwaytodolife

Madeline is a Boston-based acupuncturist, herbalist, functional medicine provider, and soon to be certified hypnotist. She uses different healing modalities to treat physical, emotional, and spiritual bodies at the same time. Madeline specializes in internal medicine, specifically digestive, hormonal, and autoimmune disorders. The topic of today’s conversation is the Five Element Theory, which comes from Traditional Chinese Medicine and is used by healers and health practitioners, like Madeline, to help their patients overcome energetic imbalances that often manifest as physical and mental symptoms. In this episode, I also share a little bit about doshas, the Ayurvedic mind-body types. Madeline and I touch on the similarities between this system and the Five Element Theory. Both the Five Element Theory and the Ayurvedic Dosha System are absolutely fascinating! If you love systems like I do, I’ll be doing a solocast deep dive on the Ayurvedic mind-body types in the future, so stay tuned for that! More about this episode here. SHOWNOTES: 04:03 — What is Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)? 05:09 — The Five Element Theory Overview The Water Element The Fire Element The Wood Element The Earth Element The Metal Element How to recognize each type by physical characteristics? 26:18 — Introduction to the Ayurvedic Dosha System Overview The Vata Dosha The Pitta Dosha The Kapha Dosha 30:36 — Balancing the Elements With Food Resources: Instagram: @madscunningham ••• Love the show? Here are the ways you can support it: 1. SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts • Google Podcasts • Spotify • Stitcher 2. LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts 3. SHARE with friends, family members, or anyone who you think will love the show, too! Follow on INSTAGRAM for more better life inspiration: @betterwaytodolife

Whether you’ve been using sauna therapy for years, have only recently gotten curious about it, or know nothing about it but would love to learn this episode is for you! We cover so much in this conversation. It’s Sauna 101 in 30 minutes! Eva is the founder and CEO of The Elevate Institute, a health coaching firm specializing in empowering driven professionals to take charge of their body and their health. She is the Creator of REVEAL Optimal Health Intensive, a holistic process that helps people understand exactly what their body needs to heal and rejuvenate. Eva coaches chronically fatigued high-performers to stay in the game without burnout. She uses a science-based approach without trends, fads, or drugs. Eva is so knowledgeable when it comes to health and healing, and I have been itching to share this episode with you! More about this episode here. SHOWNOTES: 06:40 — #1 Sauna Myth Debunked 07:50 — Benefits of Sauna Therapy 09:03 — Sweating 101 Sweating as a detoxification pathway How to increase your ability to sweat and release toxins 12:43 — Types of Saunas High heat sauna Far infrared sauna Near infrared sauna 23:06 — How To Sauna Detoxification pathways in the body EMF awareness in the sauna therapy space Why what the sauna you are in is cleaned with matters The best time to use sauna therapy Health practices that complement sauna therapy Why it is important to rest after sauna therapy Coffee enemas after sauna therapy The importance of balancing your minerals when using sauna therapy and going through a detox process Resources: Website: theelevateinstitute.com Instagram: @evaheals ••• Love the show? Here are the ways you can support it: 1. SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts • Google Podcasts • Spotify • Stitcher 2. LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts 3. SHARE with friends, family members, or anyone who you think will love the show, too! Follow on INSTAGRAM for more better life inspiration: @betterwaytodolife