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This episode is about an herb that has been used for thousands of years and is revered as a superfood. Today's herbal ally is cinnamon. From diabetes to the common cold, cinnamon has a lot to offer with a variety of health benefits. And it happens to be quite a tasty herb. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Self-confidence is one of the essential traits of leadership. When climbing the corporate ladder, self-confidence can sometimes be the defining factor that makes someone stand out among their peers. So in the episode today, we are talking about the crucial first step required when leaving your comfort zone and beginning your confidence-building journey. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Burnouts have been on the rise for the past few years. So in this timely episode, we are talking about how to prevent burnout, the warning signs of burnout, and how to heal it if it happens to you. There are three key factors that typically lead to burnout. We will go over each of the factors in this episode, so you can structure your workplace in a more sustainable way. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

One of our favorite herbal allies is the star of the episode today. It is a favorite in many herbalist's toolkits, particularly for its ability to solve gastrointestinal issues. Peppermint is a wonderful herb that truly needs no introduction. It's one of those herbs that are both easy to grow and useful in the medicinal toolkit. So listen to this episode to learn some unexpected facts and uses for this well-loved herb. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

How amazing would it be to get to cherry-pick your ideal job? So many workers find themselves jumping from salary bump to salary bump. But in the episode today, I am sharing the framework for choosing your next role by its ability to move closer to your dream job. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Do you find that the week gets away from you as your responsibilities clash with your own goals? This episode will help you find more balance between your "me-work" and your teamwork. Listen now and get ready to have your most impactful week starting Monday! We have all been in a place where we have had to rush to meet a deadline, but if you find yourself chronically racing the clock, then it is time to make some changes. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

That shiny new productivity tool will not help you get more done. Productivity is about understanding how you intrinsically work. That's why this episode is about working in alignment with your own circadian rhythm. Sustainably getting things done is about being clear on what matters most and working with your body to achieve flow. Listen to today's episode to learn how to make that happen. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

This episode is for anyone who never again wants to stumble through an awkward performance appraisal this year. We will talk about some of the reasons the annual performance review goes horribly wrong every year, and what you can do to improve your feedback. Changing the way you give feedback to your employees will help your entire team stay on the course every day. So this episode will be critical to your team's performance and it's a must-listen.

The changing seasons mean that cold and flu outbreaks are just around the corner. So in the episode today, we will be sharing some immunity boosters as well as some herbs that can help anyone who is fighting off an illness. The last couple of years has allowed us to forget that colds and flus are a normal part of the changing seasons. The trick is to embrace it instead of fighting it. So give this episode a listen and get your natural remedies ready now, because you aren't going to want to be doing this while you are sick. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

This episode is about relaxation and stress relief. We will be talking about 3 calming essential oils and relaxing application techniques that will help you wind down. Most people seek out energizing essential oils, but what they really need is the right relaxation techniques, so they can be well-rested. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

This episode will help you fast-track your team from where they are now to where they need to be. There is a pivotal strategy that helps teams focus on the 20 percent of work that makes a real difference. Your team is a reflection of you, so if you can achieve good self-management, that can help your team improve its performance. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

When you think about your team, are they a group of individuals or are they a cohesive team? Cause research shows that a high-performing team is a cohesive team. So in the episode today, I am going to give you three practical strategies to create a cohesive team. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

At least 10 percent of the world's population suffers from chronic pain. And pain is much more than just a physical ailment. It can impact your mental health through depression or sleep disorders. So in this episode, we are talking about some of the best herbs to use for pain relief. Constantly being in pain is an insidious thing. If you are part of the millions of people dealing with chronic pain, hopefully, this episode can provide you with some clinical-based herbal remedies to supplement your current pain management protocols. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

There are times when despite all our good work, life still gets in the way. So what do you do when the deadlines are looming and you feel overwhelmed? This episode is about leaning into the moment when things feel difficult and you are feeling stressed. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Today is about the hidden cost of ignoring how we are really feeling. It's based on a conversation with a recent patient who had been pushing through life for a long time. She finally burst into tears at an appointment when finally asked how she was doing. 2022 was a rough year for a lot of people, so let this episode be a reminder that you don't have to be strong all the time. And for those of you who find yourselves relating to this episode, we have the antidote for you. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Do you want to make these goals easy with a supercharged formula? That is what today's episode is all about! New years tends to be about bringing in a flurry of goals, but most of the time goals fall off by January. So listen for a refresher on the ideal framework for goal setting and practices that will keep you on track with those goals. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

The best way to kick off the Christmas season is to talk about Frankincense and all of the ways it can keep you company during this time of year. Frankincense plays a part in numerous religious rituals, and it has several medicinal uses. Listen to this final episode of 2022 to learn about a versatile and healing herbal ally. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

As 2022 comes to a close, your team is likely focused on the transition that lays ahead. Today I will share how you can help your team end their year on a collective high. Maybe your team is looking forward to the new year, scrambling to finish projects, or looking ahead to the projects of the coming year. Wherever your team happens to be, there is one thing that will turbo charge the process.

Have you noticed how addicted everyone is to the hustle? We are in a mindset that hard work equals success. But this episode will point you down a different path. Living off adrenaline can be enticing, but there will come a point where it's not sustainable. What if instead of hustling to start that new business, what if you chose to do it with ease and grace? You can accomplish this by focusing on the right things and not giving in to the pressure of doing all the extra busy work. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

The beautiful, orange, sunshine flower of calendula is so wonderful to gaze upon. And as a medicinal herb, this flower has so many different healing properties. Also known as English Marigold or Pot Marigold, Calendula is a true herbal ally. It grows all year and it will grow anywhere, so this herb is accessible to you even if you don't happen to have a green thumb. Listen to the episode today to unlock the nearly infinite healing properties of calendula. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

The holiday season is here, and many of you are probably thinking about holiday gifts. Today I am sharing my three favorite herbal gifts that also have the benefit of providing something you can do with the family. Listen for specific recipes and instructions to creating lovely herbal gifts for yourself and your family to enjoy over the holidays. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Today is a case study of a client that needed to destress her team. She was burning herself out by giving without replenishing. Managing your team is an Olympic sport, so I am sharing how my client could destress herself while also healing her team. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Chances are you have been through a lot of changes in the past few years. We have all been through a lot collectively. Large amounts of change can take its toll on people mentally, so in the episode today, I am sharing three ways that you can effectively cope with change. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Marshmallow is a traditional European herb and it's a must for any herbal first-aid kit. In the episode today, we will talk about marshmallows' many uses in healing both the inside and outside of the body. This herb is no longer included in the fluffy sweet that commonly shares its name. But in the episode today, you will learn why it has traditionally been included in many sweet treats as well as healing blends. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Marshmallow is a traditional European herb and it's a must for any herbal first-aid kit. In the episode today, we will talk about marshmallows' many uses in healing both the inside and outside of the body. This herb is no longer included in the fluffy sweet that commonly shares its name. But in the episode today, you will learn why it has traditionally been included in many sweet treats as well as healing blends. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

When was the last time you had an impactful conversation? If it has been a while, it might be that you are waiting for it to happen on its own. Powerful conversations arise when managers are intentionally creating the environment for them on the team. In the episode today, we will share the framework you will need to create great conversations on your team. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Very few people are very clear on what they want their life to be about. Do you have a plan for how you will get to your biggest life goals? How focused are you on your ultimate life vision? In the episode today, we talk about things that are often not considered when thinking about that ultimate life vision. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Turmeric is one of those herbs everyone has heard about, and for a good reason. So for this herbal ally episode, we will talk about how to use it and some favorite home, turmeric-based remedies. It's packed full of antioxidants, and it's best known for its use as a culinary spice. But in the herbal medicine area, it is a great anti-inflammatory and it supports heart health. There are many other medicinal benefits that are not commonly known, so this episode will open up the world of health and healing found in turmeric.

A lot of people seek the help of an herbalist because they are exhausted. A lot of herbs can help with this, but lasting results come when we choose to work with our bodies and put foundational practices into place. Today, we are talking about 3 easy practices that will help you overcome exhaustion and reduce the likelihood of burnout. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

A lot of people seek the help of an herbalist because they are exhausted. A lot of herbs can help with this, but lasting results come when we choose to work with our bodies and put foundational practices into place. Today, we are talking about 3 easy practices that will help you overcome exhaustion and reduce the likelihood of burnout. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

One of the biggest mistakes I see managers make is rewarding long hours and disregarding the need for active recovery. In the episode today, I am going to show you exactly how to do that. Sometimes busy professionals need the reminder that we are worthy exactly as we are, and we have no need to perform heroic acts of overwork. It also needs to be noted that a lack of rest can have a poor impact on the quality of work produced. So this episode is about how to negotiate when to push through and when to step away from a situation that requires overwork. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

In remembering Queen Elizabeth II, one of the main things being talked about is her dedication to service. So this episode is about how you can show up in service to your community. We also talk about the aspects of Queen Elizabeth's life that allowed her to be such a beacon of service to her country. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

In order to create change, there needs to be space for it. So if you are looking to create something new in your life and find yourself getting stuck, this episode is for you. It might be tempting to say you will let things go when the new thing comes in, but the new actually comes in when we find the courage to do less. If you commit to doing less and allow yourself to find peace in stillness, your new life is waiting for you on the other side. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on Instagram.

Chamomile is the herb of calm. Whatever ailment might be causing tension, or whatever age you might be, chamomile is your ally for calming and relaxation. But in the episode today, I will talk about some of the lesser-known uses for chamomile and the different variations of the herb available on the market today. There is so much research supporting chamomile's ability to calm the nervous system, and soothe a lot of different ailments that are common in humans and plants (for the gardeners listening). Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on instagram.

The bee population has it tough, and if we lose our bees, then we lose our crops. So in the episode today, I am sharing some easy ways that you can do your part to save our bee population. While it's true that the bees need our help, we also need them way more than they need us. If we lost our bees, the world's food chains would crumble. So this episode is all about the causes of the declining bee populations and what you can do! Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on instagram.

Is your life a little crazy right now? Are you tired before the day even begins? If you have a lot on your plate now, this episode will help you turn the page. You get to choose how you want to experience your life, regardless of the current circumstances, am sharing today the one thing that has allowed me to stay calm during chapters of chaos. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on instagram.

Thyme is the medicine of the people, and you don't want to begin the winter season without this cold and flu staple in your natural medicine stash. Thyme is loved by gardeners for its heartiness and abilities as an anti-parasitic agent. It's great in the culinary world because of its pungent spiciness. Medicinally, it's the herb for chest and infections. In the episode this week, we talk about Thyme as an herbal ally. Listen to learn about this herb and how it can be used to support your health. Check out our show notes for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on instagram.

To dread is to be human. For some, the feeling of dread is fleeting, and for others, it's the tune of life. In today's episode, we are dissecting dread, what it is, how it serves us, and what we can do to unravel and release it. Our emotions provide clues to what we are thinking and believing about ourselves. All emotions are valid and none should be ignored or pushed away. So listen to this episode to learn some tools for dealing with the emotion of dread. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

One of the most common mistakes managers make is feeling like they have to make all of the decisions. On a professional level, it causes a decline in productivity for yourself and your team. There is an inner and external change that is needed to turn this pattern around. Today we will focus on the external, and you will learn the number one tool used by high-functioning managers to decide who makes which type of decision and how to empower your team. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

In response to popular demand, I am releasing an herbal ally series. Today we are talking about myrrh. Those three wise men were on to something when they brought this herb along. Whether you are disinfecting a wound, trying to kick an infection, or strengthening your digestive system, myrrh is a powerful and trusted ally to have at your side. Today we will talk about the medicinal property of myrrh, but there is so much more to discover beyond that. Myrrh has a broad array of spiritual uses too. Plant medicine is potent medicine, so make sure you get individualized advice by consulting with your medical herbalist and enjoy exploring the powerful gifts of myrrh.

If you are struggling at work, then this episode is for you. When you are in a downward spiral, it's hard to get out. You are behind on projects, making mistakes, irritable, and tired. If you address the core issue, then recovery can be achieved rather quickly. What if, instead of trying to fix external issues, you addressed the internal issues that have you caught in the cycle of overwhelm. Creating time of active recovery will help you to bring your best self to work. This episode is a call back to rest and recovery, so you can bring your best self back to work. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

All of the productivity tools in the world will not work if your brain is constantly battling decision fatigue. Decision fatigue is the result of having to make too many decisions on a given day. It can affect your day-to-day productivity as well as your overall well-being. So if you find yourself constantly fighting brain fog in the afternoons, this episode will give you the tools to extend your brain's processing power long enough to get through the day. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

In today's episode, one of the most far-reaching and powerful herbs: ginger. If you feel a cold coming on, ginger root is your most trusted ally. It's one of those plants that reside in the culinary and medicinal space and brings numerous health benefits. Its warm and pungent personality can save you from nausea, support your digestion, and expel sickness from your body. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

This episode could save you from a lifetime of chronic pain! Common medical advice suggests anti-inflammatory for pain relief and injury recovery. But new research is showing that this can actually lead to long-term unresolved pain. In this episode, we are talking about that research and we go into the details of how your body repairs itself. Listen to this episode to learn how to support your body in healing instead of simply blocking the pain and inflammation. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

This week we are tackling the second biggest time-waster at work, excessive meetings. Anyone who has worked in a corporate environment will not be surprised that cutting out unnecessary meetings will noticeably increase productivity. So in this episode, we are talking about how to move meetings into the productive zone by making them intentional. More importantly, we are talking about what YOU can do right now to reclaim your calendar and reduce those time-wasting meetings. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

Have you ever been in a situation where you reviewed a team member's work and it wasn't up to your standards? Did you address that with the team member, or did you just fix it yourself? If you become the kind of manager who does the team's work for them, then the consequences will only pile up. In today's episode, we are discussing how you can address team members who don't meet expectations in a way that serves your own well-being and that of the team. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

We each have our own management style that is inherent to us. If your management style matches the needs of the team, then it's a match made in heaven. However, there are 7 management styles that could cause severe issues within your team if used frequently. They can inhibit retention and create glass ceilings in your company. In today's episode, Tracey talks about each of these 7 styles and why they are problematic. Listen to find what management blind spots you might have and possibly improve life for your team. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

How often do you feel tired during the day? How often do you wake up feeling tired? If you are facing persistent tiredness, then this episode is for you. I often see patients who are juggling multiple things, trying to do the best for everybody except for themselves. If you find yourself running on energy drinks and coffee on a daily basis, then it's only a matter of time before your body requests a moment of calm. Listen to this podcast to get ahead of the constant fatigue. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

In honor of passing the 50th episode, we are talking about some important metrics that you need to know about your health once you reach the age of 50. The risk of health problems can often increase with age, but if you keep an eye on a few different measurable figures, then you will be able to rest assured that you are maintaining your peak health as you enter the next phase of your life. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.

The Great Resignation, or "the big quit" isn't as exciting under the surface as people are making it out to be. That's why in this episode we are lifting the lid on this global phenomenon, uncovering what it truly is and what is causing it. We will also discuss 3 things you can do before finding your next job, so you can make sure you are making the right next step in your career. Check out our show notes for more information. Lets keep this conversation going on instagram.