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The COVID-19 pandemic had a huge impact on how we educate our children. And while most of our kids have returned to learning in the classroom, that doesn’t mean we should abandon online education tools altogether. Especially since the rise of online learning has produced incredible platforms like Outschool, which offers a diverse range of classes on every subject you can think of, from marine biology to horror films. In today’s episode, we unpack one course in particular that every parent should know about by Jo Reynolds on the dangers of video gaming and why it can be so addictive. To learn more about this informative course and how you can help your children safely navigate video gaming, be sure to tune in today! Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: OutSchool Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well on TikTok GroWise Be Well on Instagram GroWise Be Well on Facebook GroWise Be Well

Please note that this episode carries a trigger warning for school shootings and gun violence. Welcome to 2023 and Season 4! Sarah Southwell has set out a goal to focus more on education in her future episodes, and this episode is doing just that. In this episode, Sarah wants to ask an important question; what are the parents going to do about gun violence in schools? With a terrifying and devastating increase in this violence, there has been an outcry from parents asking the administration what their mitigation plans are. Parents and schools have to work together to create a solution, and Sarah shares some of her personal and professional ways to do just that. She discusses the long-term implications of gaming and gun violence imagery and why there needs to be a reshaping of the education system to change the narrative of the public school institutional model into one that is enjoyable, encouraging, and supportive of learning. It all comes down to a need for active, communicative, and (unfortunately) more restrictive parenting. Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well on TikTok GroWise Be Well on Instagram GroWise Be Well on Facebook GroWise Be Well

As 2022 draws to a close, Sarah reflects on all she’s been working on in the last couple of months and what she’s discovered over the years of homeschooling her children. We learn about her passion for education and what she feels the word encompasses, as well as her critique of the current educational model and intention to develop a holistic education model that includes both the metaphysical and financial aspects of education. Tune in to discover what Sarah feels we need to be teaching the youth, and her goal to provide the necessary change through GroWise Be Well! Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well on TikTok GroWise Be Well on Instagram GroWise Be Well on Facebook GroWise Be Well

Welcome back to GroWise Be Well! During today’s conversation, we talk about all things manifestation. Tune in to hear how Sarah teaches children to manifest while they are coloring, encouraging them to daydream in detail to bring about what they really want. You’ll also learn how Sarah uses an allegory she learned in church to illustrate the way in which the Universe sends you pieces of what you are seeking, or variations of what you want, and what to do about it. She empowers listeners by reminding you that we have to facilitate whatever we are seeking, and introducing you to tools you can use to strengthen your manifesting power. Join us today for an empowering conversation about harnessing the Universe’s power along with your own, to reach your goals and create a life you love! Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well on TikTok GroWise Be Well on Instagram GroWise Be Well on Facebook GroWise Be Well

Welcome back to GroWise Be Well! Things have been quite amazing at GWBW for the last few months. As of today, it’s just your host, Sarah Southwell! There are no employees, just Sarah editing the podcast, stocking the shelves, and writing the blogs. A new chapter has begun at GroWise Be Well, and Sarah is seeking new treasure by striking out on her own! Tune in today to hear what she has rediscovered, her latest undertaking, and what she wants to bring into fruition within her lifetime. You’ll also hear about her thoughts on revolutionizing the education system, how she has completely fallen in love with everything she’s been trying to do, and what you can expect to see next from GroWise Be Well. Don’t miss today’s episode for the inside scoop on what’s next from the podcast and all our platforms. Key Points From This Episode: the Alchemist Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: The Alchemist Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well on TikTok GroWise Be Well on Instagram GroWise Be Well on Facebook GroWise Be Well

The choices we make affect the world around us, but they also impact our daily lives in profound ways. Sarah’s 16-year-old son, who was diagnosed with a sensory processing disorder at age five, was the main driving factor behind her family’s decision to buy a farm and grow most of their own food. As you may already know, there are numerous correlations between environment, nutrition, and how a child heals, recovers, and displays their best qualities, whether they are on the autism spectrum or not. In today’s episode, we learn from Sarah’s observation of her son working through how his body is responding to his own choices and examine the relationship between choice and consequence. We also invite you to consider the choices that you make on a daily basis and how they may help or hinder you in achieving your goals. Tune in today to learn more! Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well on TikTok GroWise Be Well on Instagram GroWise Be Well on Facebook GroWise Be Well

As we enter the final stages of summer following the June solstice, we want to take some time to tell you about a few of the exciting things on the horizon at GroWise Be Well! Created with children in mind but captivating to all, our new Roller Friends crystal-filled essential oil rollers are a fun, hands-on, and multi-sensory introduction to essential oils and crystals that you will learn all about in today’s episode. You’ll also find out what to expect from the GroWise Be Well App, how to sign up for upcoming classes with our in-house herbalist, and some of the new products you will find in the store in the coming weeks, plus so much more! Make sure to tune in today! Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Roller Friends Ancient Root Apothecary Mackenzie Brosious on Instagram Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well on TikTok GroWise Be Well on Instagram GroWise Be Well on Facebook GroWise Be Well

Anger is something that we all struggle with from time to time. In this episode, our host, Sarah Southwell, opens up about a recent experience she had with anger. She explains how she has been struggling with direction. As much as she loves GroWise Be Well, she doesn’t necessarily want to run a large business. This lack of guidance has left her feeling like she’s in a void, and she has found herself feeling very angry. Today, she explains how she dealt with her anger by journaling, creating a rhyming incantation, and calling upon her guardians for help during the last full moon. Tuning in you’ll hear what this incantation was, why the full moon was the best time for her to let go of her anger, and the many messages she received from the universe calling her back to love and joy afterward. We believe that love is the frequency of manifestation, so for a reminder of the power of love to overcome anger, tune in today! Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well on TikTok GroWise Be Well on Instagram GroWise Be Well on Facebook GroWise Be Well

The pro-life versus pro-choice debate can be an intimidating issue. While one is preoccupied with saving the unborn, the other is focused on women’s sexual and reproductive rights, and both stances have complex motives and objectives. In light of current events in the US, today’s episode touches on these sensitive subjects from a human, emotional perspective and proposes that we approach them from a position of love and understanding, not judgment and hate. Tune in today to learn more! Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well on TikTok GroWise Be Well on Instagram GroWise Be Well on Facebook GroWise Be Well

In today’s episode, Sarah shares her experience with a type of home testing kit she ordered to better understand her own digestive system and that of her family members. Tuning in you’ll hear all about bio-hacking, what it is, how it can help you, and how Sarah first became interested in it. She explains why she decided to order the test kits for both herself and her family, what the testing process was like for her kids, and how she supported her child in overcoming his fear of having his finger pricked. She expresses her concerns about what the results may indicate and explains how the information will help her but will not be taken as scripture. She opens up about what it was like for her to be allergy tested as a child, how tough it was to cope with a dairy allergy when there were no dairy alternatives, and how different things are for her son who now also has a dairy allergy. Sarah believes that if we’ve been through something and somebody else can learn from our experience, we have a responsibility to share this information with one another. So tune in today to hear all about Viome test kits and biohacking, and how these things may help us to grow wise and be well. Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn Viome GroWise Be Well on TikTok GroWise Be Well on Instagram GroWise Be Well on Facebook GroWise Be Well

The recent school shooting in Uvalde Texas is yet another awful addition to a growing list of senseless tragedies that affect some of the most vulnerable members of our society. The national talking points that arise after a school shooting have become depressingly familiar, and finding a resolution continues to feel practically impossible. In today’s episode, we reflect on the gun debate, how it gets framed, and what questions we should be asking if we want to see real changes in society. We also delve into the kind of factors that might cause someone to experience a psychotic break, why someone who wants to do harm will find a way to do it, and finally, how we can use our actions and our tax dollars to affect society. Tune in as we discuss the difficult question about school shootings, which is not ‘How?’, but ‘Why?’. Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well on TikTok GroWise Be Well on Instagram GroWise Be Well on Facebook GroWise Be Well

The GroWise Be Well podcast is back! Today, our host Sarah Southwell explains that the reason new episodes haven’t been released for a few months is because she took a break to really dig in deep and answer some questions she had about herself, her business, and where it is going. Tuning in, you’ll find out what you can expect from the podcast going forward, why Sarah is going to start creating TikTok content, and why she upholds authenticity in all that she does. Sarah goes on to discuss the main subject of today’s podcast: “You have never lived this day before so what do you want this day to be?” Hear about how this revelation has changed the way Sarah lives her life and how it can do the same for you. To find out how to manifest the energy you want in your day every day and to hear examples from Sarah’s life of how this works, tune in today! Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well on TikTok GroWise Be Well on Instagram GroWise Be Well on Facebook The Power of Now GroWise Be Well

Christmas is in the air, and many of us are indulging our nostalgia by rewatching our favorite Christmas movies. The team at GroWise Be Well is no different! Tune in today to this special live episode with the whole team, talking about their favorite and least favorite Christmas movies. From surprise answers when asked what their favorite Christmas movie is (Nightmare Before Christmas and Die Hard), to golden oldies such as It’s a Wonderful Life and White Christmas, the team discusses and debates the merits behind a multitude of movies. We hear how Sarah saves Polar Express for Christmas eve, and why Kayli is scared by the words to “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen”. Find out which sequels didn’t live up to expectations, and which of the Grinch movies is most popular. We discuss the relevance of the story of Scrooge, and how it applies to the current climate, as well as the meaning behind Christmas to both religious and non-religious people. Tune in to hear the soundtracks that inspire Christmas decorating in the houses of the GroWise Be Well team, and why the movie Klaus has done so well. To unlock the ultimate Christmas movie list, and so much more, press play now. Key Points From This Episode: Nightmare Before Christmas Elf Polar Express Polar ExpressThe Santa ClauseDie HardHome AloneHow the Grinch Stole Christmas.Klaus Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Nightmare Before Christmas Elf The Polar Express A Christmas Story How The Grinch Stole Christmas Klaus National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation It’s a Wonderful Life Frosty the Snowman

In today's episode, we are joined by Steve Delvo, Doctor of Oriental Medicine, who shares his thoughts on what the immune system is and how it functions from an Eastern perspective. Rather than choosing between a Western and Eastern approach, our goal today is to learn how to put it all together holistically in a way that helps us to live most vibrantly. Rather than seeking emergency medicine, we should be thinking about staying ahead of the curve to support immunity and prevent illness. Listeners will hear about the foundations of Steve’s holistic approach, with a focus on the spleen, kidneys, and liver and their relationship to one another. We talk about the role of emotions in supporting or degrading immunity, and how a diverse diet supports your energy, and herbs and acupuncture can act as tools to get you back on track. We touch on stress, and why it is the silent killer, and the oriental habit of countering actions that bring imbalance. As we conclude our conversation, Steve tells us why it is so important to make sure your organic structure is healthy and recommends that everyone sees a Doctor of Oriental Medicine alongside their existing healthcare routine. Join us today to hear all this and more! Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well

The focus of today’s episode is a topic that forms the basis of a hotly contested debate raging across all parts of the world today. I’m going to be sharing my view on COVID-19 vaccine passports which are, in many places, being used as a measure of determining whether or not citizens are entitled to enter certain institutions. I know this topic is likely to make a lot of people feel uncomfortable, but rather than avoiding discomfort I encourage you to face it, because in doing so you will learn more about why you feel the way you do. My view all boils down to the fact that I believe that trust and respect for other people’s views should form the foundation of our society; listen in to see whether you agree. Key Points From This Episode: Tweetables: “Sometimes when we feel icky or we get upset by something, it’s a moment for us to realize that there is some truth in what we’re hearing.” — Sarah Southwell [0:00:49] “If you want to vaccinate, you should vaccinate and I am all for your right to vaccinate but I am not for you taking away the right of choice from someone else.” — Sarah Southwell [0:02:34] “I personally don’t believe that we should deem what is right for another person if they’re not hurting anyone else.” — Sarah Southwell [0:06:43] “Living afraid of each other is the worst virus we could ever have. We cannot turn on one another. That will lead to nothing but destruction and violence and anger and isolation.”— Sarah Southwell [0:08:47] Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well

In today’s episode of GroWise Be Well, Sarah shares the visutation she practices every morning. Tuning in you’ll hear her discuss how she started her practice after learning about how to ‘check in’ with your body from EFT practitioner Carol Look. Sarah explains how she intuitively visualized her body as a house and how that visualization has changed over time to be a house that is light, brighter, and well taken care of. Hear how an early experience of body shaming can inform your relationship with your body and how visutation can heal that relationship. Join us today to learn all about the fascinating ways that visutation can bring joy to your life and nurture your relationship with your body. Tune in for our next episode where Sarah will be sharing a guided visualization of her visutation practice. Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Carol Look Kathryn Schiff Jon Gabriel Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well

In today’s special episode, Sarah guides listeners through her daily visutation, a meditative visualization exercise for checking in with one’s body. It’s important to set aside at least 15 minutes for this exercise, although you may want to set aside a bit extra, especially on your first try. For this guided meditation you will visualize your body as a house. Sarah offers a gentle reminder that if you haven’t checked in with your body in a long time, the house you visualize may need some love and care, but that’s nothing to be ashamed about. Throughout the visutation she guides listeners through various visualization exercises, like using a grounding cord to invigorate your lower energies, as well as employing different colors for visualizing your chakras. Join Sarah today for this gentle introduction to visutation, or if you’re looking to reaffirm your existing practice! Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well

In line with GroWise Be Well’s quest to raise the energetic frequency of humanity to get everybody to feel hopeful and feel love and gratitude, today, your host, Sarah Southwell discusses the topic of fear and how to overcome it. She opens up about her phobia of driving on the highway that she has struggled with for 18 years and how driving her son to baseball practice has forced her to face this fear. From CBD gummies to calm powder and Rescue Remedy, she explains what products she has experimented with to try to help her anxiety while driving and how these affected her. Tuning in today, you’ll hear how Sarah realized that the fear demon that locks her in a fear prison is herself, how all the products she was taking were just feeding the fear demon, and how strong emotions are like unwanted guests and you don’t have to entertain them. If you have your own fear demon, whatever that may be, tune in today to find out how you too can change your story and free yourself from fear prison! Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well

How much time have you spent on social media today? Probably more than you’d like to admit. And how much of that time has made you feel good? Probably not very much. In fact, it’s probably made you feel more anxious than anything else. As a non-social media user herself, Sarah Southfield has watched what it has done to the people around her, and she is horrified by what she has seen. In today’s episode, Sarah explains why the connections that social media platforms claim to create are not real and how they contribute to the mental health crisis that the world is currently experiencing. She presents a very compelling case for why we should remove social media from our lives entirely and find better uses for our time; calling friends, volunteering at homeless shelters, adopting pets. The list is endless! If you do choose to stay on social media, always keep in mind as you scroll through your feeds that nobody’s life is perfect. Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well The Social Dilemma

As a first-time traveling baseball mom, GoWise Be Well host, Sarah Southfield, has a newfound appreciation for the lengths that parents go to to ensure that their children can live out their sporting passions. For Sarah, who runs a business, a farm, a household, and loves to socialize, it came as quite a shock when she realized she needed to give up her weekends to watch her child play baseball. However, she has now fully embraced this aspect of her life, and she shares some tips she has learned which make the experience enjoyable for everyone involved. After listening to this episode, you’ll understand why you should go out immediately and buy a clip-on umbrella, and why you should not make any hasty decisions about buying a traveling truck! Sarah explains why “flexibility is queen” when it comes to being part of a traveling team, as well as which times of the weekend are essential to plan. Being present with the people you love is the most important thing in life, and for Sarah, that means being a traveling baseball mom. Key Points From This Episode: Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Sarah Southwell on LinkedIn GroWise Be Well