Practical Wellness With Jaya Jaya Myra

So, what do you do when chronic illness, autoimmune conditions or general digestive issues mean you can't drink coffee? I am joined today by serial entrepreneur Orleatha Smith, creator of Sip Herbals coffee substitute. Join us as Orleatha and I discuss the multifaceted benefits of the natural ingredients that give Sip Herbals its rich, coffee-like feel without sacrificing your physical health. You can learn more about Orleatha and her work at sipherbals.com. Follow Orleatha on social media: Instagram: @DrinkSipHerbals Facebook: Sip Herbals Twitter: @DrinkSipHerbals

Your relationship with your employer can truly make or break your overall well being and sense of self-worth. In today’s episode, I am joined by author Amelia Dunlop as we discuss her new book, “Elevating the Human Experience: Three Paths to Love and Worth at Work.” Listen in as we discuss various ways that we can assert our worth in the workplace, common misconceptions that newly-hired employees have about their relationships with their supervisors, and so much more. You can learn more about Amelia and her work at www.ameliadunlop.com. Follow Amelia on social media: Facebook: Amelia Dunlop Twitter: @AmeliaDunlop1

Did you know your seemingly small, daily habits have the power to bring you closer and closer to your goals and to the life you dream of? In today’s episode, I am joined by a very special guest, fellow podcast host and author, Mads Friis. Accompany us in our conversation surrounding the ways that intentional routine planning and focusing on fulfilling daily habits work together to foster a mindset of gratitude and a joy-filled life. You can learn more about Mads and his work at www.growthisland.com. Follow Mads on social media: Instagram: @MadsMFriis Facebook: Growth Island

Do you know how to listen to your body? Whether you realize it or not, your body communicates with you every day... letting you know what it needs to better support you and your health. Today, I am joined by mind-body medicine practitioner, Lyn Delmastro-Thomson. Join us as we talk about everything from beginning your journey of listening to your body’s needs to completely healing yourself from a severe medical diagnosis. You can learn more about Lyn and her work at heartfirehealingllc.com. Follow Lyn on social media: Instagram: @HeartFireHealing Facebook: Heart Fire Healing

The last couple of years has made prioritizing mental health a necessity. In today’s episode, mental health counselor - PJ Lewis, joins me to discuss how Covid-19 has impacted people’s mental health, why physicians are facing burnout faster than ever, and why being a mental health counselor, especially during such challenging times, is his life's calling. You can learn more about PJ and his work at www.dbtfv.com.

When you feel unwell, what do you do? Do you try to treat the symptoms or target the cause? In this episode, Sarah J Polansky, health advocate and founder of Prismatic Plants, shares how natural, holistic healing methods work to heal the mind, body and soul, and how this differs from an allopathic or western medicine approach to wellness. Sarah shares her top tips for those looking to reclaim their health and wellness, no matter where they’re at in their journey. You can learn more about Sarah’s passion and work at prismaticplants.com. Follow Prismatic Plants on Instagram: @prismaticplants

When you read a book, do you live it? In this episode, I am joined by fellow author, Theron Maynard. We dive into his journey to writing his debut novel, “Live and Let Die”, how a traumatic brain injury impacted his style of writing, work and outlook on life, and the importance of living out a book’s message and soul through your own personal journey. Follow Theron Maynard on social media: Instagram: @literate_aholic Facebook: @theronmaynard.writes

Beautiful things can come out of the pain and grief of loss... Once you know how to get through it. In today's episode, Lily Dulan, MFT psychotherapist and author of “Giving Grief Meaning”, and I discuss the loss of her first-born daughter to SIDS and how her journey with grief has brought some impactful and beautiful things into this world, like the creation of the nonprofit organization The Kara Love Project. You can learn more about Lily and her nonprofit’s work at www.thekaraloveproject.org. Follow The Kara Love Project on social media: Instagram: @TheKaraLoveProject Facebook: Kara Love Project

If you or someone you know are unsure about the Covid-19 vaccine and are questioning if it is the right decision for you and your overall health and wellness, know that you are not alone. Today I sit down with a top global expert on infectious diseases and vaccine safety, Dr. Jan Bonhoeffer, to discuss all things immunology, vaccine safety and wellness during the Covid-19 pandemic. You can learn more about Dr. Bonhoeffer, his work and his new book, “Dare to Care — How to Survive and Thrive in Today’s Medical World”, at www.heartbasedmedicine.org. Follow Heart-Based Medicine on Social Media: Twitter: @HeartBasedMed Instagram: @heartbasedmedicine Facebook: @HeartBasedMed

I stand firm with the belief that meditation is the secret weapon to improving overall mind-body wellbeing. In fact, frequent and consistent meditation has the power to impact every aspect of life, including anti-aging properties and physical and mental healing. That is why I sit down with writer and poet, meditation teacher, and founder of Horizon Inspired, Joey Hulin, in today’s episode to discuss all things meditation, mindfulness and her wellbeing retreats! You can learn more about Joey and her work at www.horizoninspired.co.uk Follow Joey Hulin on Instagram: Instagram: @joeyhulin_writer

Do you know the power of meditation? Want to know how to get started? Join me as I sit down with Tom Cronin, meditation teacher, transformation coach, producer of “THE PORTAL” film and the founder of The Stillness Project, to discuss meditation, consciousness and more. You can learn more about Tom and his work at www.tomcronin.com. Follow Tom on social media: Instagram: @tomcronin Facebook: Tom Cronin Twitter: @Tom_Cronin

Want to know how music helps people connect to that deeper, spiritual essence that they carry, and how this can improve your health and wellbeing? Join me as I chat with author and producer of sound healing music, Chakuna Machi Asa! We also chat about her top piece of advice for those looking to tap into hope and faith to help them preserve through the highs and lows of life. You can learn more about Chakuna and her work at www.chakuna.com. Follow Chakuna on social media: Twitter: @Machakuna Instagram: @crystalsomchakras Facebook: @machakuna

Today I sit down with author and divination teacher, Lisa Boswell! Join us as we discuss what divination means to us, as well as Lisa’s lifelong spiritual journey towards becoming the divination teacher she is today. Her latest book, “The Modern Oracle: Fortune Telling and Divination for the Real World” is available for purchase online from Hatchett and Laurence King Publishing. You can learn more about Lisa and her work at divinerism.com. Follow Lisa on social media: Instagram: @LisaBoswell_ Twitter: @LisaBoswell_ Facebook: @LisaBoswellDiviner

We’ve all heard of matchmaking for romantic relationships; but what about matchmaking for healing and wellness? Today’s special guest, author and wellness expert Emily A. Francis, talks us through the importance of utilizing all resources available when striving for total wellness, and discusses her new book, “Healing Ourselves Whole”. You can learn more about Emily and her work at www.emilyafrancisbooks.com. Follow Emily on social media: Instagram: @EmilyAFrancisBooks Twitter: @EmilyAFrancisBK Facebook: @EmilyAFrancisBooks

BONUS EPISODE: Sometimes, the best experiences in life are the ones that aren’t planned. In today’s special bonus episode, I am joined by the passionate and talented Ricardo Souza. We sat down to discuss the multi-faceted benefits of dance, as well as Ricardo’s personal and unconventional journey that led him from Brazil to NYC, and to becoming the talented dancer and instructor he is today. You can find Ricardo teaching at Arthur Murray NYC, one of the most prestigious dance center franchises in the world. You can learn more about Ricardo and his work at www.ricardosouza.net. You can learn more about Arthur Murray Dance Center NYC at www.nycarthurmurray.com. Follow Ricardo on social media: Instagram: @oricardo.souza Follow Arthur Murray Dance Center NYC on social media: Instagram: @ArthurMurrayNYC Facebook: @ArthurMurrayBroadwayNYC

Storytelling is a powerful tool for honoring the legacy of a loved one. In today’s episode, I am joined again by fellow author, Nicole Black! We discuss her thought process while writing her new book “I Can Still Hear You,” a fiction story honoring the relationship she had with her late father, as well as the spiritual connections she felt with him even after his passing. Nicole’s work is available for purchase on Amazon and many other booksellers worldwide. You can learn more about Nicole and her work at nicoleblack.com. Follow Nicole on social media: Instagram: @WriterNicoleB Twitter: @NicoleBWriter

BONUS EPISODE: When you hear the word “powerful,” what comes to mind? In today’s special bonus episode, I am joined by the amazing Lauren Wilmore of Arthur Murray Dance Center NYC. We sat down to discuss the power of dance, as well as Lauren’s personal journey to becoming the successful and well-rounded dancer she is today, instructing at one of the most prestigious dance center franchises in the world. You can learn more about Arthur Murray Dance Center NYC at www.nycarthurmurray.com. Follow Lauren on social media: Instagram: @LaurenWilmore Follow Arthur Murray Dance Center NYC on social media: Instagram: @ArthurMurrayNYC Facebook: @ArthurMurrayBroadwayNYC

Do you know the benefits of grounding and how it can improve your health and wellbeing? Today I am joined by grounding and energy medicine specialist, Amelia Vogler, to discuss this and more! Come learn why and how grounding can improve your life. You can learn more about Amelia and her work at ameliavogler.com. Follow Amelia on social media: Instagram: @ameliavogler_healing Facebook: @thehealingspacellc Twitter: @HealingSpaceNC

Today I sit down with green witch, herbalist, owner of In the Wood Botanicals, and psychic medium, Susan Ilka Tuttle! We discuss her journey to writing her new book, “Green Witch Magick: Essential Plants and Crafty Spellwork for a Witch's Cupboard”, common misconceptions about witchcraft and what her work as a witch and psychic medium looks like today. You can learn more about Susan and her work at www.inthewoodbotanicals.com. Follow Susan on Instagram: @whisper_in_the_wood

In this episode, I chat with ICF Master Coach, founder of Full Circle Global, and Meditation and Ayurveda Teacher, Gillian McMichael! We chat about her journey to pursuing Ayurveda and mindfulness following loss and trauma in her life, various benefits of meditation and mindfulness on your mind, body and spirit, and her favorite type of meditation for beginners. You can learn more about Gillian and her work at fullcircleglobal.com. Follow Gillian on social media: Instagram: @the.master.coach Facebook: @GillianMcMichaelMasterCoach