The Balanced Collective

Wow - this one is so deep. Natalie Carranceja is a Whistler based Confidence Coach and NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming) Practitioner. Natalie’s story is powerful, emotional and incredibly inspirational. She has lived through some of the darkest days and has used her story to empower others. Learn more about Natalie’s story here: https://www.nataliecarranceja.com/mystory In this episode we unpack a ton of powerful things including: - How Natalie is sitting in her isolation situation -...

Gah - Jeremy, what a guy. Loved this socially distanced episode with JV. We touch on many things and all in the context of this global pandemic we are experiencing. Jeremy’s provides some beautiful perspective and insight into our current situation and this episode has some great pearls of wisdom including: - The gifts of solitude - Feeling your emotions in this isolation situation - Gratitude during challenging situations - Pivoting in business as a result of social distancing - the new...

Wow - this episode is deep my friends. Victoria Hopkins shares some beautiful insight into shadow work, connecting to self and the importance of not bypassing grief. Here are some of the major hitting points we touch on: - Shadow Work - how to start diving in, using journalling as a tool and how our core wounds form - Using intuition and how to start tuning into your own intuition. - Spiritual and emotional bypassing and how to be with your discomfort. - Grief - Victoria shares her...

This episode with Hedi Shah is super fun, intuitive and informative. Hedi tells her personal story as to how she completely pivoted her life and started a brand new business and how the universe provided once she surrendered to this new possibility. Hedi is the owner of JUMP Wellness Coaching and uses a combination of her unique training, mindset coaching and intuition to coach her clients through movement, mobility and meditation. In this episode we talk about - Pivoting in business to...

Danielle Leroux runs Renew Retreats and in this episode she shares just how starting this business has not only shaped her career, but how she has grown personally as a result of running this business from her heart. Some of the major points she touches on: - Her personal story that led her to beginning this business - How trusting her gut and making choices in alignment with her intuition led her to where she is now - How Renew Retreats and being the face of a growing business helped her to...

Nick is the founder of Savor and the Director of Product. With a background in creating digital experiences for all, Nick is passionate about helping people create a healthy relationship with food. His own personal story has been a driving force in his desire to assist others in their journey to heal their relationship with food. In this conversation, Nick and I unpack some of the root causes of unhealthy eating patterns, how to begin reprogramming our relationship with food and how to use...

In this episode, Danielle speaks with long time friend and colleague Lacey Forsyth about her journey to becoming a health entrepreneur in a highly underserved area. Some of the highlights of the episode include: - Lacey's own post-partum healing journey and how it allowed her to not only create a safe place for others, but has made her a better practitioner and business owner - Why pelvic and peri-natal health are essential to anyone experiencing pregnancy - Creating a safe place for clients...

In this episode, Danielle chats with longtime friend Kimiko Foster. Kimiko is the founder of Miiko Skin Co. Miiko Skin Co is about CONNECTION and SUSTAINBILITY The team at Miiko believes that just by reading the label, you can understand where our ingredients come from and the importance of supporting farmers and suppliers who foster rich, plant-based ecosystems. Their business reflects the principles of natural ingredients, supporting local and fostering sustainable business...

Erin Rogers is a powerhouse. This episode with her was incredibly expansive and enlightening. Erin is a soul mapping expert and uses astrocartography, human design and her intuitive gifts to help you live life you most aligned life. In this episode, Erin explains how she started using her intuitive gifts and how they have led her down a brand new path. For anyone stepping into a more intuitive and spiritual lifestyle, Erin is an incredible coach and mentor and her story is beautiful. Erin...

Marliese McGee of Holistic Happy Training unpacks her unique approach to training clients, how changing her social media strategy not only changed her business, but also helped her step into her power; and how she integrates all the human systems into her approach.

Shawna Barker BSc., R.H.N. is a nutritionist, college instructor, and an expert in plant-based nutrition. She graduated with honours from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelors of Science degree in Food, Nutrition and Health, as well as the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition with a Diploma in Holistic Nutrition. Shawna began her journey towards health and nutrition over 25 years ago when she decided to change her diet at a very young age and was determined to learn everything...

Holly Middleton is a movement coach and Anatomy in Motion practitioner. In this episode, we discuss ideal movement, the role of the foot in overall movement and how to optimize total body movement. What is Anatomy in Motion? The role the foot plays in overall health The difference between exercise and movement You can connect with Holly here: http://flowmovement.ca/

Megan Soutar is an intuitive life coach and reiki energy healer. Her mission is to help women heal themselves so they can heal the world. She teaches and encourages integration through connecting to our bodies while doing the emotional and mental heavy lifting of connecting to our hearts. She is a truth teller and she promises to tell you yours. Some conversation highlights: - The importance of human connection - Addressing shadow - Owning our past and the power it has - How she learned...

Danielle recorded this episode with Adrianna in the spring of 2018 and the content of it is still super relevant here in August 2019. Some episode highlights include: - The importance of sleep - A healthy night time sleep routine - The parasympathetic nervous system and its role in wellness - The role of genetic testing and how it is changing medicine - Self care for the health practitioners - Signs of burnout - The impact of stress on the body - Mindful eating

Our conversation this week is with Christine Banno of SWEAT Vancity. Christine co-owns this radical studio with her husband Kevin and is on a journey of expansion and self-love. Christine helps people discover the best version of themselves – mentally and physically. With her empowered teaching style, and signature spice filling each class, she radiates an energy and intention that’s infectious. Christine believes wholeheartedly in TRX and works daily to bring purpose, strength and a higher...

Laura Murphy is a dreamer, and adventurer and the creator of Soulbody. Laura is a Soul’s Purpose Expert and Breathwork Facilitator. Laura helps her clients get “UNSTUCK” through Soul Inquiry, one-on-one coaching and private breathwork sessions. Her work can all be found at SOULBODY.CO Episode highlights: What is a SOUL? How do we find our soul’s purpose? What are Laura’s favourite healing modalities Breathwork - what is it and how is it so powerful? Ego vs. soul voices Daily rituals -...

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