In today’s episode, we explore how to balance your energy and manage emotions like stress 🧘 We also dive into the fascinating world of chakras, the energy centers in your body that influence your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Learn about the seven main chakras: ❤️ Root Chakra: Your foundation and sense of security. Blocked by fear. 🧡 Sacral Chakra: Creativity, pleasure, and emotional balance. Blocked by guilt. 💛 Solar Plexus Chakra: Confidence, willpower, and self-esteem. Blocked by shame. 💚 Heart Chakra: Love, compassion, and relationships. Blocked by grief. 🩵 Throat Chakra: Communication and self-expression. Blocked by lies. 💙 Third Eye Chakra (Indigo): Intuition, wisdom, and inner vision. Blocked by illusion. 💜 Crown Chakra (Violet): Spirituality and connection to the universe. Blocked by ego. We also touch on the healing practice of Reiki, as well as the power of manifestation to help you magnetize your energy. This episode is all about understanding and aligning your energy for a more balanced life. Here are the links to the videos mentioned in this episode for further exploration and insights: ✨Chakras and the Nervous System https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DeLDfuYhKEI ✨The Power of the Heart https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIH2kGolxgk&t=1895s ✨Quick and Easy Meditation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qd_4LmBZrVM&t=19s

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(00:00) Intro

(01:32) Instagram polls

(05:00) Managing stress and alone time

(09:38) Feng Shui and energy flow

(12:22) Introducing Reiki and Chakras

(17:02) Alexa's Reiki experience

(22:14) Chakras and frequencies

(23:28) Root Chakra

(25:17) Sacral Chakra

(27:33) Solar Plexus

(28:32) Heart Chakra

(30:10) The heart and quick meditation

(36:42) Throat Chakra

(38:50) Third Eye and Crown Chakra

(40:28) Chakra alignments and connections

(43:00) Magnetize your energy and manifest

(44:59) Placebo effect

(47:07) Outro

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In today’s episode, Andrea opens up about her journey with bloating and SIBO, a complex digestive condition that has impacted her well-being. She shares her thoughts on what she believes caused her symptoms, along with the range of treatments she’s explored, highlighting what made a difference and what fell short.

Here are some key protocols Andrea tried:

💛 Carrot Juice Cleanse (Dr. Ludwig Johnson): This cleanse, specifically designed for SIBO, played a role in Andrea’s journey. (https://viveprimal.com/en/protocols/sibo-en/)

💛 Digestive Bitters Before Every Meal: These bitters helped stimulate digestion and ease symptoms. (https://amzn.to/48MziCV)

💛 Digestive Enzymes before every meal: Andrea found these enzymes beneficial in breaking down foods and reducing discomfort. (https://amzn.to/3O4LLZ9)

We wrap up the episode with Andrea’s key takeaways and tips she would recommend to anyone struggling with similar digestive issues. Tune in for her insights on finding relief and practical tips for better gut health!

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(00:00) Intro

(01:38) Beginnings of bloating & changes in diet

(08:04) Alexa's experience on a vegan diet

(09:07) Blood types and diet relationship

(09:44) Counting macros on a vegetarian diet

(10:54) When it all started

(12:31) Bloating symptoms & Doctor's appointments

(16:53) What is SIBO?

(18:08) SIBO testing

(19:20) Positive SIBO results & treatment

(21:05) Hypnotherapy for SIBO

(26:15) Supplements

(29:13) Change in diet

(30:00) Juice Cleanse 5X5

(34:22) Acupuncture

(38:08) Inflammatory foods

(39:40) Key takeaways

(42:26) Outro

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In today’s episode, we’re getting real about setting healthy boundaries and clearing limiting beliefs! ✨🌱 We dive into your poll responses, sharing our own struggles with boundary-setting and the steps we’re taking to improve. We discuss why being a people-pleaser doesn’t serve you—or anyone around you—and explore practical actions that can help YOU embrace YOUR LIGHT!

Alexa also shares her experience completing the Boundaries and Limiting Beliefs chapters in the "Duality" program with Jeffrey Allen on Mindvalley and shares the powerful shifts she felt after. We hope this conversation inspires you to take those first steps towards a more confident and authentic you!

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(00:00) Intro

(01:11) Instagram poll

(04:28) How journaling helps with boundaries

(05:36) How I (Alexa) gained confidence

(06:24) Setting boundaries at work

(08:50) Radiate confidence and authenticity

(13:35) Meditate to set boundaries and clear beliefs

(19:40) How we started setting boundaries

(22:51) Your environment shapes your self-talk

(24:44) "Inside Out 2" movie analogy

(27:06) Find your salt!

(29:55) How I (Andrea) started taking responsibility

(31:57) Tips to build confidence in setting boundaries

(35:47) Difference between being selfish and setting boundaries

(36:52) Big picture

(38:23) Outro

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