Thrive by Additive-Free Lifestyle

If you’re anything like us, you love those treat days during the week, where you don’t have to cook and can simply grab takeaways for dinner. However, you may want to avoid some certain options after listening to what’s really in those foods! We discuss what’s exactly in your standard cheeseburger, including a breakdown of every ingredient and lengthy list of preservatives such as: Preservative 282 Emulsifier Mineral Salt 160B 160c And a lot more additives and preservatives We discuss common misconceptions especially the popular “but we grew up on McDonalds and we turned out fine”. It’s crazy to learn that even ingredients that seem natural on the ingredient panel such as the pickles, onions, mustard and even the spices may not be as natural as you expect! Now these kinds of ingredients are linked to common mood swings, hyperactivity, headaches and skin irritations these are side effects to takeaway foods. Don’t panic, there’s no reason to drop those treat days, you just need to explore much better options where you will feel so much better for it. Another tip, If you’re cooking on the weekend or any day you feel like you have time make sure to double it or poach some eggs the night before, make the easiest food on those busy nights. It doesn’t have to be complicated at all. This episode is a bit of a reality check for where we are heading as a nation, and the levels of behavioural issues and diseases being diagnosed to school children, cancer rates, diabetes, obesity and even depression, all of these illnesses that are prevalent in today’s society leads us back to the product and food that we put on and inside our body. Links & Resources Additive Free Made Easy E-Course: www.additivefreemadeeasy.com 7 day Additive Free Challenge: www.sistermixin.com/product/7daybooklet/ Chicken Nachos Recipe : www.sistermixin.com/recipes/chicken-nachos/

Many modern day studies are only just being revealed as to what our food has truly become! In this episode we talk about how the final caramel product is created, including the lengthy process. The production process involved in making caramel or 150C or 150D will simply shock you. We never know 100% what is in caramel, given how extreme the process is in making it. You’ll learn that caramel is not just used for flavouring, but also for colouring including: Vegemite gravy mixes salad dressings BBQ sauce Brown vinegar Soy sauce Lollies Butter scotch flavoured stuff Soft drinks Biscuits Cakes Pancakes Ice cream Alcoholic beverages Studies have shown that Caramel that has been produced with ammonium (150c) has been linked to gastrointestinal problems, Irritable Bowel Syndromes and it also inhibits the absorption of Vitamin B6 and B vitamins which we all know is very important to our overall health. How scary you think that is? There are switches that you can make and this is what we teach you on Additive Free Made Easy, rather than going without some of your favourite food products, you can either make your own or find something that doesn’t contain caramel, it’s just a matter of knowing the right place you can purchase additive free products. We’re pretty excited about all the positive movement happening in the food world! discuss the switches you can make. Links & Resources Additive Free Made Easy E-Course: https://www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/ 7 day Additive Free Challenge: https://www.sistermixin.com/product/7daybooklet/ Common caramel colour terms: http://www.befoodsmart.com/ingredients/caramel-color.php Food Safety Standards: http://www.foodstandards.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx Easy BBQ sauce recipe: https://www.sistermixin.com/recipes/easy-bbq-sauce/

One of the major problems with food these days, is the need for food companies to dramatically increase shelf life. One of the most common preservatives found in these products is preservative 220. In this episode we dive deep into discussions on the common preservative 220 – you will be shocked just how many foods contain it. Sulfur dioxide, or preservative 220, is linked to some pretty terrible side effects. And guess what? You’re likely to be eating far more of this preservative than you know This preservative is commonly found in: processed meat, poultry and game products chicken loaf, frankfurters, salami, devon and manufactured hams, sausages and sausage meat, sausage rissoles, chipolatas, dried fruit fruit juice wine coconut products and so much more Numerous studies show that this preservative may have the following effects on your health: Neurological effects and behavioural changes Disturbance of blood circulation Heart damage Effects on eyes and eyesight Reproductive failure Damage to immune systems Stomach and gastrointestinal disorder Damage to liver and kidney functions Hearing defects Disturbance of the hormonal metabolism Dermatological effects Respiratory issues (including asthma) Making simple swaps and better options can really help us avoid these disgusting effects. Most of the time it is just about making super simple switches and choosing different brands. It is so easy once you know what to look out for. Have a listen to the podcast recording to find out a whole lot more on this topic. Links & Resources Additive Free Made Easy E-Course: https://www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/ 7 day Additive Free Challenge: https://www.sistermixin.com/product/7daybooklet/

Annatto, or 160B, is one ingredient we would love to see banned from our supermarket shelves. It is definitely on our hate list, for a few reasons, mainly the extremely long list of adverse reactions that have been reported after eating this additive. The other reason we can't stand annatto is the fact that it is totally natural, derived from the seeds of the achiote tree. This leads many consumers to think they are purchasing a better choice of product (over artificial food colours). How can this be bad, I hear you ask. Well, let us point out that not everything natural is safe for consumption - tobacco and arsenic come to mind! Symptoms and Side Effects Annatto (160B) is linked to numerous health issues, such as: Headaches Migraines Skin rashes Behavioural issues Irritability Restlessness Learning problems Inattention Sleep disturbance and so much more. There are also numerous reports that Annatto has increased the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Listen in to the podcast to hear Jo discuss her personal story of how her daughter goes into absolute meltdown, when she consumes products that contain annatto. She also shares disturbing behaviour she witnessed in her job as an early years educator. We hear, over and over again, countless stories of parents removing annatto from their child's diet and the incredible transformations that have come from this, it is incredible! Oh, and don't be fooled into thinking that all organic products must be healthy, this is certainly not the truth with Annatto! Whether organic or not, annatto should still be avoided. Links & Resources 7 day Additive Free Challenge: https://www.sistermixin.com/challenge Additive Free Made Easy E-Course: https://www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/

Do you have any idea what preservative 282 is, or where it is hidden? Do you understand the impact it has on your overall health? Day one of this challenge is all about preservative 282, so let us share with you what this preservative is and what some of the side effects may include… we think you may be a little horrified after learning this info, but please know, there are alternatives and you don’t have to go without a household staple. Now what is Preservative 282? Preservative 282, or Calcium Propionate, is used to slow down the growth of mould and other micro organisms, to give food a longer shelf life. Calcium Propionate (282) is linked to various issues such as: sleep disturbance behavioural issues skin irritations headaches migraines stomach ulcers it is also recommended that asthmatic people should avoid this Most loaves of bread these days last at least seven days without going mouldy, which is simply not what bread is supposed to do! If your bread last for more than 24 hrs then there might be something in there that you should be avoiding. Links & Resources 7 day Additive Free Challenge: https://www.sistermixin.com/challenge Additive Free Made Easy E-Course: https://www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/

This is one of the more serious topics we have covered on The Whole Circle, and one that we are super passionate about. As you know we are all about reducing the amount of artificial additives and preservatives that we consume, so in today's episode we run through ingredients in four different branded ice blocks (and we’re not afraid to name and shame!). You will most likely be horrified by the chemical craziness that hides inside many brightly coloured ice blocks. It totally blows us away that children are given the chance to buy these ice blocks throughout the day. Or worse, handed them as rewards at school sports events, birthday parties and more. What’s more, they then go back to class and are told to focus, sit still and learn. Did you know that (alarmingly) up to 80% of a teacher’s days can be spent controlling behaviour in the classroom due to hyperactivity. Don't be alarmed, we always have an option or two, because no one want to miss out, right! We are excited to say that there are a couple of fantastic, and super yummy choices out there. Proud and Punch and Smooze are among our favourites. There are other 'ok-ish' options as well, that are much better choices than the chemical mess above. The standard lemonade icy-pole being one of them. Links & Resources Additive free made easy online course: www.additivefreemadeeasy.com Register for our Free 7-day additive & preservative free challenge starting 25 September 17 > https://www.sistermixin.com/challenge Nutritional panel links for: Superdooper>https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/productdetails/21662/zooper-dooper-8-cosmic-flavours Quelch> https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/productdetails/49156/quelch-fruit-sticks-ice-blocks Proud and Punch> http://www.proudandpunch.com.au/product/orange-you-glad/ Smooze > https://www.woolworths.com.au/shop/productdetails/939336/smooze-simply-coconut

Why are we always so quick to see the negative things in life, yet it seems to take us a lot longer to see the positive - why is that? It just seems a bit easier, I suppose (BTW I have no answers here people, sorry). After a series of events took place, I realised that I had no idea just how far we had travelled down the path of additive and preservative free. That was until my husband pointed it out to me. During a particularly crazy week in my household, where life got in the way of our regular eating habits, things went a bit haywire. Rude and obnoxious kids. Mood swings and intolerance from everyone. No one sleeping very well. It was not a nice household, let me tell you that. The crunch came when my eldest contracted Influenza B and hubby returned from the doctors with some bright pink drink and a box of throat lozenges (because it was a virus, they don't give antibiotics, so there was nothing the doctors could really do). I can tell you my reaction was anything but nice (if you listen to the podcast you will hear me discuss this in more detail). After sharing my total disgust (for this concoction of chemicals) towards my husband (in a manner very unbecoming), and telling him that I have a box full of natural remedies, that actually work, I stormed off into my office and went back to work for the rest of the day. Later that evening, when I had calmed down, I decided to discuss this with my poor hubby, and this is what led to my epiphany moment. My journey into eating additive and preservative free was a lot further along than I realised. My families additive and preservative free habits were a lot better than I had given them credit for. Tracey This podcast is great to tune in to, if you’re wondering how to transition from using chemical cleaning products, to more natural remedies and also on eating additive and preservative free. We have some great pointers on how to integrate your new way of chemical-free living with your family in an inspiring way.

Alissa’s passion for kid’s health and hidden ingredients is clear to see, and in this episode we hear all about Alissa’s journey into creating her own beautiful chemical-free, organic company. With multiple degree changes, Alissa has a colourful background in naturopathy, nutrition and complimentary medicine but her passion for her products came from simply being a mum! She’s a fierce believer that we’re not just what we eat, but we’re also what we absorb. She shares her views on all the chemicals found in lotions and everyday bathroom products that are increasing kid’s toxic loads straight from birth. Alissa gives us a rundown on the gentle, organic ingredients featuring in her top products. Without naming and shaming mainstream market products, we cringe over the shocking ingredients that you might be using every day on your children’s skin. We also hear about packaging, such as using plastic for natural products and why it’s worth using glass, both for your health and for the environment. We hear about the challenges around the many laws of manufacturing sunscreen, chemicals that are linked to cancer and the journey Alissa has been on in creating (and soon to be launching!) her very own sunscreen range. Links & Resources Coupon Code: 15% discount for entire product range- use code “SISTER” Website: https://123nourishme.com.au/ Facebook @123nourishme Instagram @123nourishme Sistermixn Facebook/Insta www.facebook.com/thermoliciousfood/ www.instagram.com/sistermixin/ Additive free made easy: www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/

We know from personal experience how overwhelming and confusing the subject of additives and preservatives can be, so today we are lucky enough to be talking to Alisa about all the details! We get all the goss on MSG, including the common types of food to lookout for, in finding this nasty little ingredient. We hear about the marketing secrets and labelling laws that still allow MSG in our food under stealth names or numbers. Alisa talks about what goes on chemically within the body when you eat MSG and how it is processed through the system. We hear about the bio availability of two completely different types of MSG, one being synthetic and one being perfectly formed in nature. You won’t want to miss our conversation about how MSG interferes with your taste bud receptors and tricks your appetite into thinking you’re still hungry! Alisa really enforces the need to become ingredient detectors, when your children are young as normal food like vegetables, just can’t compete with the taste of MSG once that taste has been established. There are various behavioural issues linked to MSG and we talk about how food has dramatically changed over the last 50 years, and what you can do to take your diet back to nature. Links & Resources Website: https://123nourishme.com.au/ Facebook @123nourishme Instagram @123nourishme Sistermixn Facebook/Insta https://www.facebook.com/thermoliciousfood/ https://www.instagram.com/sistermixin/ Additive free made easy: https://www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/

Cleaning is not exactly something everyone has on the top of their list of favourite things to do, however many of us will agree that we do love to have a clean house. If you have kids, then you’ll know all too well the challenges of never ending housekeeping! In this episode, you’ll learn a whole lot of ways you can implement essential oils into your cleaning routine for a more enjoyable experience. Our modern day cleaning products are jam packed with harmful chemicals (not to mention they are expensive). Let us share all the implications of using these products, including the bigger environmental perspective. We'll walk you through our top five alternative cleaning products we make by using essential oils. From old wives’ cleaning methods to modern day tricks, combining essential oils with natural agents such as bi-carb, coconut oil or lemon, you won’t look back to toxic commercial cleaning products, after you realise what you’ve been missing out on all along! You’ll learn all the benefits of swapping to essential oils, and you’ll be surprised by some not-so-well-known essential oils and their many uses throughout the home. In this podcast, we go into depth, not just about cleaning tips, but also on which essential oils are great for repelling common household bugs, deodorising dishwashers and freshening up fabrics. There’s no doubt about it, you’ll be hearing a lifetime of amazing advice for keeping your house toxic free! Links & Resources Essential Oil Blog Posts https://www.sistermixin.com/essentialoils-doterra/ https://www.doterra.com/US/en/blog/diy-bathroom-soft-scrub https://www.sistermixin.com/our-top-five-essential-oils-for-cleaning-40-ways/ Our Sistermixin oily tribe https://www.facebook.com/groups/814406098658487/ https://www.sistermixin.com/instructions Sistermixin Facebook/Instagram https://www.facebook.com/thermoliciousfood/ https://www.instagram.com/sistermixin/

After Jo embarked on a doTERRA 30 day challenge, we decided we should share just how much our health has benefited from these incredible supplement packs. After the challenge, Jo tells her personal story of forgetting to take her supplements for 10 days, through the stress and business of life. It wasn’t until she stopped taking them, when she realised how good she felt on them. While we can’t promise to explain anything on a scientific level, even though everything is science backed, instead we discuss the impact of stress on our bodies, particularly on a cellular level and how these supplements can support you. If you’re constantly feeling sluggish and tired then you’ll gain some insight into why. From metabolism to immune support, stress management, circulation and everything in between, you’ll learn how this vitality pack truly complements your health. You’ll find out how you can signup for wholesale prices and even how to receive this entire pack for free! By listening to this episode, we hope to take away the overwhelming decisions, when it comes to all the different types of supplements you should be taking, and bundle them all into the doTERRA vitality pack. If you’re interested in a FREE dōTERRA Lifelong Vitality Pack® ($153.00 AUD Retail Value), you’ve got until Aug 31 to get them for free! – Simply order an enrolling order over 100pv – Order the following month with an order over 100pv and they’ll be posted to you! check out terms and conditions here Want to know more about the LLV? Watch Jo’s Facebook Live Signing up wholesale with doTERRA: https://www.sistermixin.com/instructions/ The primary causes of stress with Damien Kristof : www.sistermixin.com/podcast65/ Instagram: @sistermixin Facebook page Email: [email protected] Nutrient reference values: www.nrv.gov.au/nutrients

Since we began recording Sistermixin podcast, we have learnt exponential amounts of knowledge on a huge variety of topics from all the amazing people we interview. In this episode we share all the best tips that will dramatically improve your lifestyle and help you to spring out of bed in the morning! Do you find yourself glued to your phone on social media at bedtime? Perhaps you finish watching TV and roll straight into bed. We discuss how limiting screen time at night, can dramatically improve sleep quality and stress levels,and the top habits you can pass onto your kids. We discuss all the benefits of starting a food diary linking the type of food you eat, to how you feel afterwards, including removing harmful chemicals from your diet and the impact it has on your overall energy. It’s just so important to create routines in your family that allow you to sleep at the same time each night and have your body follow its natural routine. We talk about why early bed and early rise, helps you to squeeze much more time into your day. We found out through some of our great interviews over the past few months, that it’s so vital to dedicate pockets of time to yourself. We talk about how utilizing your workday lunch hour for exercise, will see you powering through the rest of the afternoon with energy. We discuss the benefits of daily mediation and intention setting, holistic health care and much, much more. Links & Resources https://www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/ Ep71 -https://www.sistermixin.com/podcast71/ The exploration of our sleep habits https://www.sistermixin.com/podcast23/ https://www.sistermixin.com/podcast24/ Ep62 https://www.sistermixin.com/podcast62/ Ep3 https://www.sistermixin.com/podcast3/ https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/active-cardio-yoga-barre-hiit-workouts/id684484023?mt=8 https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/calm-meditation-to-relax-focus-sleep-better/id571800810?mt=8 https://www.facebook.com/thermoliciousfood/ https://www.instagram.com/sistermixin/

For all our mumma listeners, this episode is for you! We discuss the self-care rituals you may have had before children, but how it takes a back seat when your kids become your priority. Stress can become an overwhelming factor when you become a parent. However, we talk about the importance of self-care and self-love and how you really need to take time out just for you. We also talk about the need to say no to the things that will only cause more stress. It makes such a difference in your life to surround yourself with positive people. We discuss why it’s OK to break out of friendships that consistently bring you down. There’s no doubt about it, life gets busy, but we talk about the little pockets of time you can really take advantage of and dedicate solely to yourself. However you achieve your self care goals, it’s all about doing the things that make you feel better and to live life more fully. Links & Resources Episode 67 with Paul Benson financial planner – How to be financially ready to start a family Financial autonomy podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/financial-autonomy/id1248168458?mt=2

In this episode, we share our top five tips to better budgeting and we’re on a mission to help you reach your financial goals! Money doesn’t have to be stressful and once you can get a grasp on what’s going out of your bank account, you’ll feel much more confident in meeting your financial goals and targets. Do you find yourself in the habit of spending more than you earn? In today’s society this is all too easy to do! We talk about interest free traps and ways to break out of this cycle and get ahead. We discuss the advantages of setting up a separate bank account, for bills alone, and how this helps with your daily spending over the course of the year. If you have teenagers, this is a great episode to tune into as we touch on the importance of teaching them about finances, especially if they’ve started working part time or saving for their first car. We find this guidance absolutely invaluable for setting them up for financial responsibility. We go through everything from setting realistic time frames, meal planning and the benefits of high interest saving accounts. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel pretty inspired to reach your financial goals and dreams! Links & Resources Episode 67 with Paul Benson financial planner – How to be financially ready to start a family Financial autonomy podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/financial-autonomy/id1248168458?mt=2 Meals Made Easy: https://mealsmadeeasy.recipes/ Sistermixin: www.sistermixin.com/ Instagram @sistermixn

In this podcast we cover five of our top downloaded podcasts ever and why you should go back and listen to them right now! If you’re fairly new to Sistermixin, then you may have missed out on some epic episodes from back in the days! We also cover our personal favourites and all the highlights of these episodes. There’s no limit to the range of topics we cover and not surprisingly, some of our most personal interviews have turned out to be the most popular ones. It’s pretty clear to see that real people, telling real stories, and not sugar coating anything will always bring out your own authentic side and truly touch your heart. We talk about all the interesting people we interviewed from yeast infections to body issues and common magnesium deficiencies.If you missed our very first episode we ever recorded, we cover why we started our Sistermixin' journey including Jo’s daughter Eva’s reaction to additives and preservatives and her legacy behind what we do! Links & Resources Meals made Easy: https://mealsmadeeasy.recipes/ Top 5 episodes Episode 4: Yeast Infections:https://www.sistermixin.com/podcast4/ Episode 2: Jules Galloway and that thigh gap: https://www.sistermixin.com/podcast2/ •(she now has her very own podcast show here:http://julesgalloway.com/category/podcast/) Episode 1: Welcome to the Whole Circle: https://www.sistermixin.com/podcast1/ Episode 5: Jo’s personal story starting additive free https://www.sistermixin.com/podcast5/ Episode 3: Zinc and Magnesium with Naomi Judge: https://www.sistermixin.com/podcast3/ Tracey’s favourite episode: The Boy that was Allergic to All Food https://www.sistermixin.com/podcast12/ Jo’s favourite episode: All Things Poop https://www.sistermixin.com/podcast50/ 10% discount code on The Juice Detox Deodorant - podcastjuice

Every round of our E-course, we have someone share why they started the course in the first place. We are just blown away by the responses and go through a range of emotions from crying to laughing out loud. One thing we noticed is the ever increasing amount of children being diagnosed with behavioural issues and your concrete proof that additives are at the centre of these issues. We are so proud of the awareness being raised and how a potential lifetime of medication is being avoided for your kid’s labelled behavioural issues. Jo touches on her personal story of how she treated her daughter Eva’s ADHD and the additives she recognized as being a key link to the way she behaves. We have heard all your amazing stories about taking your kids off medication, or massively lowering the dosage with an improvement in the foods your family are eating. We talk about your common hurdles when going additive free, such as telling your children’s grandparents what new diet changes and restrictions are happening when it’s their time to babysit. We are so happy with this community we have created! Our little Facebook group helps you to keep on track and has great support and accountability. Links & Resources Additive free made easy: http://www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/ Jo’s personal story starting additive free https://www.sistermixin.com/podcast5/ Tracey’s personal story: https://www.sistermixin.com/podcast7/

Today we are lucky to have Paul on the show who has been a financial planner for over 15 years. He is a father to two boys and recently started a podcast Financial Autonomy as he recognised a need for advice around every day financial challenges. If you’re thinking about starting a family, we talk about an abundance of topics that may not have even crossed your mind until this point. We ask Paul about what it truly means to be financially strong and having a handle on your cash flow before your baby arrives. We chat about the best time to narrow down to living off one wage and private health vs the public system when it comes to the birth. We talk about the many government benefits that are set up to help you out such as paid parental leave, family tax benefits, newborn payments and childcare rebates. We discuss our personal experiences on getting caught up in buying the best and newest prams, cots and high chairs and sneaky ways that marketers in the baby industry play on your vulnerabilities as a new parent. This podcast focuses predominately on ways to financially make it through the first 12 months of your newborn arriving home, rather than overwhelming yourself thinking about years down the track. Links & Resources Website: http://financialautonomy.com.au/ Financial Autonomy Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/financial-autonomy/id1248168458?mt=2

Today we’re chatting with Debbie who runs a website called TILT parenting which provides an abundance of insight and inspiration to parents with differently wired kids. She affectionately uses this term rather than disability or disorder and has her own differently wired 12-year-old son with ADHD and aspergers. We hear about Debbie’s very many challenges of bringing up her son and how she didn’t have any sign posts to help her out along the way. As an author and former kid’s TV executive, Debbie has taken her gift of connecting and creating communities to become an advocate to parents dealing with similar situations. Debbie talks about the unnecessary social stigma attached to those that are different and how it can create isolation and separation.She dives into the ins and outs of home schooling her boy in a foreign country and how he is thriving with his curriculum. We also raise issues about the traditional educational model and how it is outdated in many aspects. If you know of a close friend or family member that is differently wired, you’ll gain a fresh insight into how you can approach the many unique aspects of their lives. Links & Resources Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tiltparenting/ Debbie's Website: www.tiltparenting.com The Tilt Podcast : www.tiltparenting.com/podcasts/ Sara Dean at The Shameless Mom podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/id1092674204?mt=2&ls=1 Additive Free Made Easy: http://www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/

Today we are chatting with Dr Kristof, or Damo as he much prefers to be called! Damo proudly wears three hats as a nutritionist, naturopath and chiropractor and is an absolute wealth of knowledge. He is clearly passionate and driven to share information that has the power to transform lives. In this episode we talk about all things stress and Damo breaks down the elements of stress, how it branches out and effects different areas of our lives, from the initial physical stress as we are born into this world and even the chemical stress from every day products we use. If you work seated all day in a sedentary office job, then you’ll want to tune in on this hot topic that is currently receiving a lot of media attention. Love your coffee too?Well we hear some amazing facts on the long term consequences of having coffee on an empty stomach or early in the morning before food that you may not be aware of. We’re taken through the primitive flight or fight response system and what it means in our modern day lives, including our common hormonal responses. We also hear simple tips on how not to bring stress back into the home after a busy day in the office. Links & Resources The Wellness Couch podcast: thewellnesscouch.com Avoiding office stress podcast: thewellnesscouch.com/shows/episode-36-avoiding-office-stress Crack your stress code online seminar: damiankristof.com/premium-content/watch-crack-your-stress-code/ Forage cereal: www.sistermixin.com/product/forage-bircher-gluten-free/ Episode #17 – Top 5 Tips to Get More Active For Free

Today we are chatting with John who sent us a Shakti mat about a year ago, but we won’t lie, we have been a little intimidated by it and haven’t used it all that much. But in this episode John takes the time to explain all of the life changing health benefits that he’s personally seen after showing around 20,000 people how it actually works! John shares some of the best feedback he has received. John describes why it’s worth pushing through the initial discomfort when first laying down on the spiky mat and how your body begins to release endorphins, boost circulation and release tension through pressure points. We also learn how to target specific muscle groups and the athletes that are increasing recovery time and performance by using the Shakti Mat. We hear about John’s personal trips to India to see for himself that the mats are made ethically throughout the production process from A-Z. Links & Resources Website: https://www.shaktimats.com.au/ Instagram: @shaktimatsNZ Facebook: ShaktimatsNZ

We steal Anne for her first ever podcast and hear about all things acupuncture. There’s something about acupuncture (mostly the needles) that really put people off giving it a go! But we learn that a doctor’s needle is actually 500x thicker than an acupuncture needle. Anne explains all the many ailments she has treated from simple back pain to trouble sleeping, quitting smoking, helping the body to deal with stress from physical to mental, all the way to hormonal issues. We learn about the medical, scientific, physical and spiritual perspective of acupuncture and how so many women that Anne treats, think that certain ailments are normal in their body, when in fact they are actually abandoning their health We really go into depth in this episode, where we’re filled in on the meridians that run through our bodies, and common areas of the body where you might be blocking energy. It’s amazing to hear Anne’s stories of clients with simple back pain, actually having ailments at much deeper levels If you have been curious about acupuncture for a while, you’ll be blown away by the improvements it can add to your life.

In this episode we are speaking with Mike Vardy who is dedicated to helping people to do more of what they actually want to be doing in their lives, using simple and flexible techniques. If you’re after more freedom and time then you’re going to pick up on a lot of tips from Mike on how to shuffle your current schedule and get ahead. We learn about setting boundaries for yourself both in your work life and your personal life and how to truly follow your energy levels. Mike shares ideas on making forward progress and in particular how to isolate particular days for tasks, especially if you’re juggling looking after your kids. You’ll love the tips that will increase your kid’s productivity in completing homework on time, helping with chores around the house and also when they can indulge in free time. Would you describe yourself as a procrastinator? We find out how procrastination actually has value! And for those that are trying to simply be more organised, you’ll pick up plenty of advice on training yourself to plan ahead. Links & Resources Website: productivityist.com Podcast: productivityist.com/category/podcast/

In this episode we are excited to be talking to Cole Clayton who is a health coach specialist focusing on breathing programs for kids. After suffering from breathing problems in his younger years, Cole became highly curious on the topic and made a strong link between regulation of emotion and proper breathing in children. Cole has seen transformational changes while taking his training to the classroom and became passionate about correcting breathing problems early on in life. So how do you know if your child has any breathing issue? Cole talks about the tell-tale signs to look out for, from subtle signs to bigger problems. He also shares some inspiring success stories of problem sleepers, with one young girl taking up to four hours to fall asleep due to breathing issues! We learn about factors that come into play in breathing problems and when it’s time to step in and take intervention to improve sleep, mood and overall quality of life. Links & Resources Website: https://www.happykidsklinic.com/

We just can’t stop smiling in this episode as we hear about Nicole’s incredible story. She suffers from multiple diseases including lupus and rheumatoid arthritis and is also doubly immunosuppressed, meaning she picks up every cold that comes around. At the onset of her disease, Nicole struggled to even hold a coffee cup on her own and eventually had to resign from her office management role. She is heavily medicated, which comes with many unwanted side effects, including not being able to go into sunlight, as she almost instantly burns. We learn that some of her scripts cost up to $1,800.00 per month! After spilling one of her liquid medications on the floor and later finding it dry out into a horrible fatty mixture, she thought enough is enough. She simply didn’t want to put that in her body again. Nicole gave our additive and preservative free course a red hot go! We hear all about the transformational changes in her lifestyle, where she is now indulging in fresh fruits and vegetables, barely eating any processed foods and even working out at the gym. This course has truly been life changing for Nicole, and while she still has to take her pain medication she has already been able to wean herself off one of them! Links & Resources Online E-Course: https://www.additivefreemadeeasy.com

Jo was privileged when this amazing mum agreed to share her story with us. Tara is a mum of two boys that both suffer from allergies, including anaphylaxis to multiple foods. She tells her inspirational story about her son’s severe reaction to an asthma medication that has made media headlines recently. She walks us through the long two years it took for him to fully recover. Always putting her children’s health first, Tara wanted to improve her family’s overall wellbeing and decided to start the Additive Free Made Easy online course that we offer. The behavourial differences Tara noticed since the beginning of the course have been life changing. We’re filled in on specific changes she has made in order to live preservative free and what she has learnt along the way. Tara fills us in on the challenges of sourcing additive and preservative free when living in a rural area and what alternatives are available including shopping online. Links & Resources Online E-Course: http://www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/ You have nothing to lose, but everything to gain. Don't wait any longer and register for this life changing course right now!

Taneall shares with us her heartwarming story of how her life was absolutely ruled by her son Jordy’s extreme moods. After much denial, she finally followed her gut feeling and sought help, where his was diagnosed with OCD, ADHD and ODD. We learn the characteristics of each of these disorders. She believed her children’s diets were not that bad, but reviewed their staple foods and decided to walk down the path of additive and preservative free. She signed up for our E-Course on Christmas day, after yet another mood meltdown from her son. Taneall takes us through the transformations that she experienced, including taking her son off his medication and the huge positive behavioural differences she witnessed. We discuss how doctors are not wrong in any way, but that there are certainly alternatives to pharmaceutical drugs for life. Links & Resources Online E-Course: https://www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/

We were lucky enough to meet Melissa in the Philippines at the Tropical Think Tank conference. Melissa has a passion for supporting transgender and non-binary youth in their transitions. In this podcast we dive into some fascinating topics! With transgender becoming more and more accepted in today’s society, Melissa helps us to understand the key differences between often misunderstood abbreviations to describe sexual orientations and gender. Melissa explains practical ways to support young children, particularly if they choose to be gay, and how you can help them solidify their identity and lead a happy life. Ever wondered if someone is born gay? What about whether parts are completely functional post-surgery in sex changes? Melissa goes into depth to answer all of our curious questions! Links & Resources Email for consultations: [email protected] Online communities: PFLAG http://www.pflagwa.org.au/ Australian Transgender Support Association Queensland Inc:http://www.atsaq.com/ http://www.genderidentityaustralia.com/ Transparenthood - Experiences raising a transgender child: transparenthood.net/

Today we are chatting with Clare who we met on a business trip to the Philippines and instantly connected with her. She holds a special role where she helps to overcome children’s attention, learning and behavioural challenges by incorporating more movement, play, connection and of course real food. Clare holds a Degree in Early Childhood Education and a Masters in Special Education. She also holds certifications in neuro-development with a focus on the brain/body connection. We discuss common foods that may be affecting the behaviour of your child and what signs to look out for. We also dive into interesting discussions on the topic of primitive reflexes. Clare touches on the importance of some of these reflexes in children’s ability to take in the information around them. We also hear why specific reflexes are commonly holding kids back in their learning capacity. Clare talks about events throughout her life that have fueled her passion for early education and improving food choices, including challenges overcoming her own infertility. She is now a proud mum of three! We explore how homework has been shown to do more harm than good and options you can take if you don’t notice the benefits of homework for your children. Links & Resources Website: http://www.thrivingchildren.com.au/ Thriving Children Podcast: http://www.thrivingchildren.com.au/podcast.aspx Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThriveEducationAndWellness/

Sara has a clear passion in helping to inspire women and in particular new mums to create greatness in all areas of their lives. We met Sara in the Philippines and felt an instant connection with her. She runs an academy titled Shameless Mom Academy where she features her own podcast show. She is also the owner of Sync Fitness Boot Camp and Transformation Centre in Seattle. Sara was blown away with the struggles that came with motherhood. She felt she completely lost her identity and knew there had to be another way. When she found her feet, she wanted to dedicate her focus to helping other women, who were either new to motherhood, or any woman that might need help, to transform into becoming the best version of themselves. We talk about the physical challenges that come after giving birth, including a complete change in priorities and workout regimes. We also touch on the social expectations and pressures that are placed on new mums and how they are simply unrealistic. We look into the importance of self-love and self-care, including the mindset around losing weight. We also discuss the ethical problems that come with particular companies in the fitness industry, including the type of weight loss packages that 'shame' new mums into buying their products. Do you find yourself following fitness inspo on Instagram? We talk about why this could actually be bringing you down and provide more empowering ways in which you can replace this habit. When you’re a new mum, any kind of movement can make you feel strong and powerful and Sara fills us in on all the reasons why! Links & Resources Websites: The Shameless Mom Acadamy Sync Fitness: syncfitness.com/ Subscribe to iTunes and Stitcher Online Fitness: FitHealthyMoms.com

Today we are talking with Dr Brett Hill who loves to inspire others to lead a full life of energy and vitality. His biggest passion is helping families overcome eating issues, especially the all too common fussy eaters! Dr Brett Hill is co-host of the Wellness Couch and his own podcast show called That Paleo Show. He’s an author of numerous books and is no stranger to TV shows, numerous events and radio talkback. He also holds a Bachelor of Health Science and Masters of Chiropractic. In this episode we discuss new and unique concepts that encourage your kids to eat vegetables rather than making them eat vegetables. Dr Brett Hill gives real-life advice that’s tried and true, including engagement in the whole food process and conversations that matter from a child’s perspective. We talk about why the key to the best eating habits is consistency, but that you don’t need to strive for perfection! There’s always exceptions to the rules and it’s all about improvement in small steps. We discuss why the effort you put in now is going to save you 100x more effort down the track and ultimately leave you with more “me” time. From a chiropractic standpoint, Dr Brett Hill believes an optimal functioning spine and nervous system gives children their best chance for everything else in their body to function properly. We delve into different approaches to health and wellness and discussions about your regular doctor’s main goals and how it differs from holistic health. Links & Resources Website: drbretthill.com Podcast: thewellnesscouch.com Book: Nourish without Nagging Instagram: @drbretthill Facebook: drbretthill

In this episode we go into depth about our new Meals Made Easy program. This program is designed to make EVERYONES lives a whole lot easier! All the recipes in Meals Made Easy are designed to be 100% additive free, with many different types of meals offered - there is something for everyone (including the fussiest of kids). We run through: Frequently asked questions, What's included in the program - how-to videos, e-books, prep guides, shopping lists etc We discuss the different pricing options for the program. You’ll pick up a lot from our tips on food preparation and how you can easily free up time during the week, by not having to worry about what to cook each night! The aim of our program is to save you both time and money along the way. We discuss practical tools to transform mealtime and include a huge variety of dishes. We even have freezable options and seasonal options for the upcoming Easter period. You’ll also hear about our lovely feedback from happy customers who joined this program! Links & Resources Join Meals Made Easy - just click here! Email: [email protected] Instagram: @sistermixin Facebook page SPECIAL OFFER! Buy 1 get 1 friend for free - 1 April 2017 to 14 April 2017 - Visit Meals Made Easy website

If you haven’t already integrated essential oils into your travel habits, then you truly are missing out! In this episode we cover all of our favourite doTERRA essential oils to travel with. Essential oils can really add that extra creature comfort when traveling and makes such a big difference to long transits and flights. We discuss certain oils that can uplift your mood, take away headaches, help with sunburn and even skin irritations. If you’re planning on taking a trip to any tropical destinations, we talk about TerraShield (or TerraArmour) and how you can naturally protect yourself against mosquitos. It’s common that you have to trial many natural mosquito sprays until you find one that you can truly rely on. When you think of essential oils you may just think about traditionally applying to your temples or wrists for an amazing scent,but there’s so many other health benefits as you will soon find out! We cover which oils are great to add to tea for improved digestion, how to soothe tired legs and many other common travel complaints. You’ll never travel without essential oils after this episode! Links & Resources Oily Tribe Facebook group Join our Oily Tribe - Register as a Wellness Advocate and save 25% Episode #50 – A Discussion All About Poop with Lynda Griparic Ten + Ways To Use Lemon Oil http://www.instagram.com/sistermixin/ Special Offer: doTerra special valid until 31 March 2017 - if you spend over 200 point volume (PV) you’ll get a free bottle of Ice Blue and Ice Blue Rub valued at $92.

In this episode we are chat with Jo Smith who shares so many inspiring tips on how to live more consciously. She is trained as a holistic food coach, yoga instructor and personal trainer and lives on a beautiful island just outside of Tasmania. Jo shares her personal story, where we quickly learn that her issues with food were extreme in her early 20’s, including her obsession with dieting and weight loss supplements. She discusses the negative health consequences that came as a result of her toxic lifestyle. These days Jo has completely transformed herself from the inside out, she even has her own property, growing most of her own food. She absolutely loves to empower women to take charge of their health, put themselves first and overcome body image issues. Jo recognises the same toxic patterns in other women that she used to endure and helps them to nourish their bodies holistically. We talk about how to ethically source meat and the importance of buying from local farmers that care about their livestock (right from birth to dinner plate). Jo shares tips on where to start out and specific questions to ask your local butcher. We also get pretty excited about the amazing advantages of buying ethically sourced meat in bulk. We dive into the benefits of starting up your own local co-op and the great connections that come out of it. This episode will truly inspire everyone listening to get out in the garden and give gardening a go, it is worth effort :) Links & Resources Website: naturallywellwithjo.com.au/about-jo/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/naturallywellwithjo/ The Primal Blueprint: www.marksdailyapple.com/primal-blueprint-101/ ABC Organic Gardening Australia: www.abc.net.au/gardening/features/organic_gardener.htm

In this episode we speak about our recent trip to Fiji (which we won thanks to doTERRA essential oils) and our eating habits along the way. We have a huge focus on de-stressing on holidays and how the food that you eat while away shouldn't be your main focus. We indulged in breakfast buffets (which were included in our hotel package) and quickly noticed that many of the foods were not overly healthy and certainly not additive free. To stick to our normal diets, that we had back home, would only cause us stress which is certainly not what we wanted on holiday! We do however discuss the limits we placed on ourselves and certainly on what our children ate - they didn't have complete free range at the buffet table! If we were to eat the same food that we ate on holiday, back at home, then we truly believe our bloating, general state of mind and brain fog would have increased dramatically. However, being in a relaxed place, complteley on 'Fiji time' meant we could indulge in different foods. Returning home we certainly could appreciate our daily healthy habits and exercise routines. Links & Resources Registrations for Additive Free Made Easy course: www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/ Episode 48: doTERRA incentive trip www.sistermixin.com/podcast48

Today we are talking to Lynda Griparic about everything to do with number twos! She is the Poop Queen and is not ashamed to bring light to a socially sensitive topic! There's no shortage of humor and good advice in this episode, including what makes a "healthy evacuation" and "poo-phoria" (yes it is such a thing!). Lynda has been working in the health industry for over 15 years. She holds a Diploma in Nutrition, an Advanced Diploma in Naturopathic Medicine and on top of that is a certified yoga instructor! She is passionate about health, mind and body and is curious about how all of these are intricately connected. In this interview you'll learn what makes the perfect bowel movement, right down to colour, smell and texture. Lynda fills us in on how diet & proper hydration influence the digestive system, the Scientifics of fitness and constipation and everything colonics. We also learn some interesting facts about the correlation between travelling and constipation and why so many of us neglect the natural urge to just go. Lynda has a truly unique philosophy and is doing amazing things to help take the stigma away from the once taboo topic of what makes a healthy poo! Links & Resources Website: http://www.lyndagriparic.com/ Instagram: @lynda_griparic Facebook: Lynda Griparic Naturopath

Every year doTERRA run an Incentive trip for Wellness Advocates from Australia and New Zealand - this year's trip was to Fiji. We wanted that trip bad, we worked our butts off and were lucky enough to be the winners of this years' competition. After much hard work, we achieved the Grand Prize - we stayed in the Presidential Suite of the Sheraton Hotel with all expenses paid. In this episode we speak about our natural skepticism towards being advocates for direct selling companies. We discuss why doTERRA is different from any other direct selling company - is not about direct selling or marketing but rather helping people along the way. We speak about the unique structure of doTERRA and the 'zero competition' between Wellness Advocates. How it is not about outdoing each other, or trying to be better than someone else, it is more about the extreme love of the doTERRA products and it's global mission. We discuss our life-changing experience of visiting local villages in Fiji, in particular how magical it was to gift school supplies to kids in need (with a personalised touch). Tracey was lucky enough to meet the recipient of her pencil case and it was a moment she will remember forever. doTERRA also gave a generous donation to the village, doubled the wages of our tour guides and more throughout the visit. The Chief of the Village believed doTERRA was the miracle they had been praying for. Overall, this trip has changed our lives and we thank doTERRA, the people of Fiji and everyone that supported us to achieve our goal of the Grand Prize. . . Links & Resources Registrations for Additive Free Made Easy course: www.additivefreemadeeasy.com DoTERRA Oils: www.sistermixin.com/essentialoils Sistermixin Oily Tribe Facebook Group: www.sistermixin.com/instructions/ www.facebook.com/groups/814406098658487/ Sistermixin Instagram: www.instagram.com/sistermixin/

Today we are talking with Jessica who has a zest and passion for health but also loves to keep things in perspective and is certainly not a perfectionist when it comes to proper nutrition! She explains often misleading information in the health world and breaks it down into bite size pieces with her unique down to earth approach. Jessica knew from a young age that she wanted to be involved in the health industry. After high school she studied naturopathy then traveled around the world for five years with her boyfriend (now husband!) while working with fellow naturopaths from different countries. After becoming a mum, she went back to work part time starting her very own clinic and found herself focusing on kid's health. She believes having her two children sparked her curiosity and passion in this area. Jessica understands that the increase in common children's disorders such as eczema, asthma, allergies and autism in children is linked to many combined factors. We discuss common nutrient scarce diets and every day exposure to toxins and chemicals that are strongly linked to disease. We also hear some alarming figures on the increase in children's disease. We discuss what we can do in our modern society to control our kid's health, the importance of being realistic, why we don't have to accept the modern norm of feeding our children highly processed foods but also not going to extremes. Tune in as we discuss some of the best foods we can feed our children for sustained energy and optimal health. Links & Resources Registration for Additive Free Made Easy Course starts on 27 Feb- Registration Link : www.additivefreemadeeasy.com/ Healthy Kids Challenge : www.naturalsuperkids.com/free-challenge/ Website: www.energeticmama.com/ Natural super kids program: www.naturalsuperkids.com/ 8 Essential wholefoods for kids ebook : www.naturalsuperkids.com/wfk-ebook/ Affiliate Link : www.naturalsuperkids.com/nsk-affiliates/

For many of us we find speaking out loud about eating disorders to be a highly sensitive topic. Whether we have our own inner struggle or know someone that does, it can be hard to bring up a conversation to try get on top of the issue. In this episode Natalie airs her own personal struggles out loud to inspire others to find their own inner strength. Nat brings her powerful story about her health struggles including suffering eight long years with an eating disorder. She is now a holistic dietician, nutritionist and certified fitness instructor working in both clinical practice and technical education. Nat contributes to the infamous "I Quit Sugar" blog and has her own podcast show "The Holistic Nutritionist". We talk about the strong influence of social media in particular with our children going through their teenage years. We discuss early warning signs to look out for in children that might be suffering from the early stages of eating disorders and ways to install positive messages that don't focus on body image. For those suffering from their own battles with eating disorders, Natalie openly shares techniques that allow you to switch your focus to more positive influences, away from detrimental habits that are easy to fall into when your mind is trying to overcome an eating disorder. Natalie believes in the power of support networks through friends and family that stick by your side no matter what. Links & Resources Website: www.healthbywholefoods.com.au/ Resources: The Butterfly Foundation The Holistic Nutritionist Podcast on iTunes

Living with psoriasis since the age of 11, Irene was told by her doctors she could simply take a cream and it will go away. However by the age of 17 it spread to her entire body. Hospitalised for two weeks to undertake intensive treatment, she was trialed on a host of medications that only seemed to make things worse. She finally turned to Chinese Medicine and her skin cleared within two months. Irene then completed a double degree in Human Biology and Chinese Medicine. We discuss the interesting forms of treatments she underwent including herbal remedies and diet changes. Irene places a strong emphasis on managing stress levels to maintain a healthy immune system and the need to connect with our heart over our heads. If you suffer from psoriasis we talk about foods that you should avoid and the importance of monitoring and being in tune with your body's own reactions after eating certain foods. Of course we don't forget to talk about foods that you should be eating in abundance, the role of gut health and topical skin solutions. We also delve into the key differences between Western medicine and preventative Eastern medicine Links & Resources Website: https://www.salubre.com.au/ Discount code for 20% off all Salubre products: "Sister20"

In this episode we speak with Jenni Madison about all things coconut! We're taken into her amazing journey to Thailand as she discusses how coconut oil helped cure her chronic digestive issues, chronic yeast infection and frustrating eczema. All of which came about as a result of stress and poor food choices. She now educates others on the healing properties of coconut oil. We learn about the transformational powers of coconut and the unique extraction methods to get the most out of the healing powers of this oil. Jenni breaks down the properties of common oils we use every day in the kitchen, in particular saturated fats. She addresses our common concerns of adding too much saturated fat into our diet and how the media have mislead us into believing all saturated fats are bad. We find out why ancient cultures have used coconut oil for its healing properties. We also discuss the replenishing effects of using coconut oil topically to rebuild, nourish and hydrate the skin's natural immune system. Jenni discusses how diet affects the level in which our skin burns in the sun and the importance of detoxing to improve your health. We truly learn about why coconut oil has been "splashed" all over social media and just how good it is for us! Links & Resources Website: www.coconutmagic.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/coconutmagic Books: www.coconutmagic.com/books-dvds/ Discount Code for 10% off all products: "Sister10" (limited time only)

In this episode we are talking to Kylie Lowe- an energised cancer survivor and thriver. Her daughters were just 4 years old and 8 months old at the time of diagnosis of an aggressive breast cancer where she was given a 0% chance of survival without surgery. Kylie endured a mastectomy, removal of lymph nodes, a long five months of chemotherapy and five weeks of radiotherapy. The amazing thing is that she combined this treatment with the creation of her own natural treatment plan and survived the cancer. Kylie discusses the many holistic ways she tackled cancer post-chemo including the practice of mindfulness, veganism, fasting and juicing. She is passionate about social justice, youth homelessness and healing and is a classically trained homeopath, Bowen therapist and reiki practitioner. Following cancer, Kylie wanted to make natural therapy accessible to all and started a successful social enterprise "joining hands" which is changing the lives of homeless and vulnerable youth by providing free natural services. Some claim it's the first time they have been touched in a healthy and non-violent way. Links & Resources Website: www.joininghands.com.au Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/joininghandsaus Resource website for Kylie's cancer healing plan: www.freewebs.com/kylielowefoundation/

In this episode of The Whole Circle we chat with Israel and Belinda from "The Root Cause" who are transforming children's lives one lunchbox at a time. After the birth of their second child, Israel suffered badly from post natal depression (yes men suffer too!). It was at this point they each started to look at lifestyle factors and the food they were eating to get Israel back on track. They saw a clear connection between the food they ate and how this effected their mood. It was this connection that saw Israel avoid the need to take anti-depressant medication. They saw a dramatic improvement in their own, as well as both of their children's health and behavior. Belinda became a qualified health coach, they sold their house and hit the road, travelling by bus from school to school to spread their amazing healthy food message. Belinda loves sharing some quirky experiments, helping to get the message across to young children about eating more fruit and vegetables. Their most important message is helping children to understand what they eat is directly linked to how that makes them feel. Their school programs are an incredible success, with many parents noticing positive changes in their kids' eating habits! Links & Resources Website : therootcause.com.au Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/theRootCauseAU

Today on The Whole Circle we talk to Kylie Travers. Her story is incredibly touching and will hit a note with everyone. We talk from the heart and nothing is off limits. This interview is incredibly powerful and we hope that by sharing we are able to help others suffering from domestic violence. Kylie shares with us her heartbreaking story. She was raised as a Mormon and married at 19. Escaped domestic violence, fleeing the family home with her two daughters with very little possessions or money. Soon after this she was robbed, raped and homeless. On top of all that she lost her mother at 15, has had cancer scares and suicidal thoughts. But this has not stopped her from achieving some amazing things. She has completely re-built her life from scratch after hitting rock bottom and is now a multiple award winning CEO, speaker, author, freelance writer and advocate. Kylie went from homeless to success and now teaches people practical ways to save, build clear money goals and focus on multiple income streams. She absolutely loves to help others overcome their obstacles and turn them into opportunities. We discuss ways to leave an abusive relationship especially when you're not financially independent. We talk about just how blind you can be to multiple forms of abuse whilst in the relationship & what you realise upon leaving. Kylie also gives us some tips for close friends or family that are in toxic relationships and how you can continue to support them even if you can't "make" them leave. Links & Resources Websites http://thethriftyissue.com.au/ Twitter Facebook **Please, if you need help call LIFELINE - 13 11 14 Visit https://www.lifeline.org.au/ for more information about support services available to you. **

In this episode we are speaking with a mother on a mission to help YOU find your bliss. Chloe Taylor creates mouthwatering raw desserts and since discovering her bliss feels her life has improved dramatically. After a severe car accident at the age of 17, Chloe was left with chronic lower back pain and suffered heavily with pre and post natal depression with the birth of her two children. We discuss natural therapy vs. the need for medication when dealing with life's struggles and the best decisions to make in the moment. We also touch on the "oh so important" roles that nutritional & emotional support and exercise play in overcoming hurdles. If you are a busy parent, you'll be able to relate to just how little time you have to yourself. Chloe shares with us ways in which she creates pockets of time she can take for herself and the importance of switching off from motherhood. She is also a big fan of essential oils and using them not only to pamper herself but also to soothe her children. This episode is raw (no pun intended!) and honest and cuts to the truth behind social media's portrayal as mothers having "superwomen powers". We also talk about particular influencers we turn to for inspiration, women who share their all about parenting! Links & Resources Website Facebook Instagram

Maryana truly embraces the natural side of living and the power of real food. In this episode she shares with us her empowering journey about how she discovered that through the power of food she was able to heal her daughter's eczema and food allergies. She refused to accept the doctor's fearful advice that her daughter would suffer from food allergies for her whole life. We learn in detail the key differences between food allergies and food intolerances, how the body reacts adversely from additives or preservatives and how we are not designed to process these unknown man-made chemicals. Maryana is a holistic health coach passionate about helping families adapt their food styles to include more real food. She allows others to become empowered about nutrition, lifestyle and mindset to transform their lives. Maryana also talks about the importance of food diaries and the type of tests that can be carried out when you body reacts adversely to a certain food. We also discuss self-management of key factors and variables that lead to a healthier lifestyle. She also touches on how to guide your children to make better food choices and establish positive communication with them. Links & Resources Website : http://www.empoweredkitchen.co.nz/ Join Facebook Groups: Healing eczema allergies and lifestyle issues naturally : https://www.facebook.com/groups/256948447743481/ Real Food in New Zealand : https://www.facebook.com/groups/491151944355688/

In this episode we talk about common everyday fears and how much we can be held back by our own limiting beliefs. We focus in particular on why it's so important to listen to your gut feeling and do what you know and trust is right for you in the moment. We tell the truth about the fear involved in our transitions from full time paid jobs with SisterMixn as a side project, to taking SisterMixn on full time. Fear of failure can be so common in most people's lives and we run through ways in which to change your mindset to bring in the results you're after. If you were feeling alone in your fears, you certainly wont after you listen to this podcast! We talk about why it's so important to change circles of friends over time when they no longer support you in the way that they should and why it's vital to surround yourself in positive energy. As we're both busy mums, we also delve into helpful ways to educate your children on making better decisions and how to not be so strongly influenced by their circle of friends. It truly is up to us to stop negative inner chatter and take control of our mindset. If you do the best you can then you're doing better than you were yesterday! Links & Resources -Episode 37: Life mastery lessons with Melissa Ambrosini : http://www.sistermixin.com/podcast-37/ -Episode 19 "No mummy guilt allowed" http://www.sistermixin.com/podcast-19/ -Facebook page: www.facebook.com/thermoliciousfood

We are so excited to be talking to best selling author, key note speaker and entrepreneur Melissa Ambrosini who shares with us some incredible advice on self-love, controlling the ego, mastering health and ways to reach your ultimate dream life. Melissa thought her life was going great in 2010 when she was a professional dancer, TV presenter and actress. However her lifestyle consisted of junk food, sleeping 4 hours a night on a friend's couch and partying hard. When she found herself in hospital incredibly sick with a baffling array of illnesses, she knew she had hit rock bottom. For the first time in her life she discovered her intuition and refused to accept that she needed to be on medication for the rest of her life and decided instead to take control of her health. Melissa now looks back on her struggles as the biggest and most beautiful life lesson to transform herself to where she is now. Studying holistic nutrition and reading every book on health and wellness, Melissa talks to us about how she rediscovered her true self and became a wealth of knowledge and inspiration for other women. She released her book "Mastering your Mean Girl", became a certified holistic health coach and teaches women one on one all about self-love and controlling limited fear based beliefs. She is seeing a remarkable transformation in every women she works with. Links & Resources Book "Mastering Your Mean Girl": www.melissaambrosini.com/mastering-your-mean-girl/ Meditations and free guides: www.masteringyourmeangirl.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/MelissaAmbrosiniTribe/app/267091300008193 Instagram: www.instagram.com/melissaambrosini/?hl=en

Today we are stoked to be speaking with one of the best breakfast gurus around. Stacey Clare is a busy mum of two and features in our online e-course sharing her wisdom as a nutrition coach. In this episode we talk all things breakfast and learn why it's truly the most important meal of the day. We focus on breakfast for kids and methods to incorporate healthy fruits and vegetables into breakfast blends without them noticing! Stacey walks us through the ins and outs of processed breakfast foods found in boxes in the supermarket and why it's so important to read the back of the packet. We look at wheat as being the base of most of these products and the interesting steps taken from growing the wheat to harvest, including nasty pesticides used and the bleaching process which gives a very nutrient stripped final product. Stacey helps us crack the code for energy to last throughout the day including selecting whole food options, smoothie ideas, selecting healthier bread options and the power of oats. We also look at setting up healthy routines to create daily habits and foods that are right for your body specifically. Links & Resources Website: www.staceyclare.com Facebook Online additive free made easy e-course

In this episode we discuss ways in which to make time to do what is really important to you and how we each find our happiness and joy each day. As we're both busy mums we find we can get lost in the role of motherhood and neglect our bodies, often forgetting to give ourselves the love we deserve. In particular, with Jo, she has learnt to say "no" which might sound harsh but is certainly needed in order for her to save time for herself each day. We both touch on the importance of exercise and the impact that makes on our day and what other positive habits flow from that. Jo even makes the shock statement that she has been getting up much earlier each day- if anyone knows Jo they know she isn't (or wasn't!) a morning person. We talk about the importance of keeping strong connections with friends and finding the time for them. We also delve into the benefits that Tracey has discovered of yoga, massage and club netball and how that has completely changed her mindset and boosted her confidence. Last but not least we talk about our burning desire for Sistermixin' and how pursuing our dream has impacted so greatly on our lives. Links & Resources Facebook: www.facebook.com/thermoliciousfood Instagram: www.instagram.com/sistermixin/

The idea behind today's episode is to pick Jo's brain as to the reasons behind her decision to live an additive free lifestyle and where she's at three years down the track from the beginning of her journey. Tracey hands out some important questions to Jo surrounding her daughter's major behavioural issues and constant sickness and how she turned that all around through positive food choices. We discover why there was absolutely no reason for Jo to turn back once she knew what she knew about food and especially about additives. Jo wants everyone who makes the choice to go additive free to hold their heads up with pride with their decision and she discusses why she has no shame in asking what's in a certain company's food. In this episode we also tackle certain challenges that arise with additive free living, including her five year old daughter's reactions to only being able to eat certain foods and why education about food is playing a big part in her daughter's life. Jo discusses her habits surrounding treats and what non-food treats she implements into the day as rewards. Jo gives us tips on finding balance when choosing to go additive free and why it doesn't have to be a torturous choice! Links & Resources Episode #5 – Tracey interviews Jo about her journey into additive free eating