Practical Wellness With Jaya Jaya Myra
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Season 1, Episode 22 - With Host Jaya Jaya Myra
In today's episode, I introduce my new book, The Soul of Purpose! This book connects the pieces between spirituality, purpose and overall health. I discuss my journey of overcoming fibromyalgia naturally and how important purpose is to cultivating good health, no matter what you're dealing with. I also highlight The WELL Method, a methodology I created to teach the 4 cornerstones of a healthy mindset. You can learn more about the book here on my website and order your copy here!
Season 1, Episode 21 - Special Guest Dr. Teralyn Sell
Check out today's episode with very special guest, Dr. Teralyn Sell! Dr. Teralyn is a Psychotherapist, Brain Health Expert and co-creator of the world’s first and only mental health and addiction recovery supplement line, Pro Recovery Rx. We discuss the importance of encouraging a holistic approach to wellness and mental health and how to treat and overcome anxiety and stress naturally. You can learn more about Teralyn at drteralyn.com.
Season 1, Episode 20 - Special Guest Bridgette Bradley
In today's episode, you'll hear from child and family advocate, and founder of AdoptionDiscovery.org, Bridgette Bradley. Bridgette and I discuss the importance of knowing all your options when considering the adoption process. Her new book, "10 Things You Need To Know Before You Adopt", helps educate people on what to expect during the process and how to properly navigate it. You can learn more about Bridgette's work at www.AdoptionDiscovery.org.
Season 1, Episode 19 - Special Guest Maki Moussavi
In today's episode, I'm joined by Maki Moussavi, transformational coach, speaker and author, on how to find inner prosperity, fulfillment, and a positive mindset when stuck in the rut of daily life. Maki's book, 'The High Achiever's Guide: Transform Your Success Mindset and Begin the Quest to Fulfillment', works to help professionals who are overwhelmed, stuck or unfulfilled despite the outward appearance of success. Learn more about Maki and her work at www.makimoussavi.com.
Season 1, Episode 18 - Special Guest Merrick Rosenberg
Join me as I sit with special guest, Merrick Rosenberg, to discuss personality and leadership building and how it can affect one's overall wellbeing. Merrick is a personality and leadership builder, author, and co-founder of Team Builders Plus and Take Flight Learning. He is the author of three books, including The Chameleon: Life-Changing Wisdom for Anyone Who Has a Personality or Knows Someone Who Does, that taps into the power of your personality. Learn more about Merrick at MerrickRosenberg.com or TakeFlightLearning.com.
Season 1, Episode 17 - Special Guest CJ Scarlet
In today's episode, you'll hear from CJ Scarlet, danger expert, victim advocate, and best-selling author. CJ Scarlet, aka the “Badass Grandma,” is a sexual abuse victim advocate and author of "Badass Parenting" and "Heroic Parenting", helping parents empower their kids to be safe, savvy, and confident. You can learn more about CJ, her work and her books at www.cjscarlet.com.
Season 1, Episode 16 - Special Guest Mitul Raval
This week I am joined by Mitul Raval, Hatha Yoga teacher and podcast host, to discuss how unhappiness he experienced led him to make career changes to live a purposeful life. Mitul is a former sales professional who now practices and promotes the benefits of authentic Classical Hatha Yoga on his podcast, The Laya Yoga podcast. You can learn more about Mitul's mission through the Laya Yoga Podcast at www.layayoga.yoga.
Season 1, Episode 15 - Special Guest Susannah Healy
In today's episode, I talk with Susannah Healy about the importance of spirituality and how it helped her career as a psychologist, author and meditation teacher. In her second book "The Seven Day Soul," Susannah shares research showing that spirituality is not just for our wellbeing, it is a matter of public health and needs to be included in our education and healthcare systems, in architecture, business and government spending. To learn more about Susannah and her work, visit www.SusannahHealy.com.
Season 1, Episode 14 - Special Guest Charlie Gardner
In this episode, I sit with author, Charlie Gardner, to discuss his incredible story of surviving 13 strokes, organ failure, and a six-week coma and how it impacted his purpose and outlook on life. In his book, “Always Remember This Moment”, Charlie tells his inspiring story of miracles, a near-death experience and appreciating the life you have, even if it isn’t the one you expected. To learn more about Charlie's story and his book, visit his website at www.charlesgardnerauthor.com.
Season 1, Episode 13 - Special Guest Marjory Wildcraft
On today's episode, you'll hear from Marjory Wildcraft, founder of The Grow Network, on how to get started growing your own food! Marjory started The Grow Network, a grassroots movement of explorers, experimenters, and off-grid researchers, to stop the destruction of the Earth via homegrown food. To learn more about Marjory and The Grow Network, visit www.thegrownetwork.com.
Season 1, Episode 12 - Special Guest David Marion
In this episode, join me as I speak with nationally acclaimed author, intervention professional and recovery coach, David Marion, about how his journey from addiction and substance abuse disorder to becoming an advocate for people struggling to overcome addiction and find recovery. In his book, "Addiction Rescue; The NO-BS Guide to Recovery", David addresses the mental, physical and financial costs of addiction, while highlighting what to look for, and what to avoid, in getting out of addictive behavior and into recovery. You can learn more about David and his book at www.TheLifeRecoveryCoach.com.
Season 1, Episode 11 - Special Guest George Caylor
In today's episode, I speak with special guest George Caylor to discuss finding one's purpose. George is an author, wealth planner, and medical missionary. His book, "Surviving Georgie", is a tale of love and survival, his childhood, and how people lived during America's "age of innocence". You can learn more about George and his book at www.survivinggeorgie.com.
Season 1, Episode 10 - Special Guest Jessica Klingbaum
In this episode, I am joined by essential oil expert and certified aromatherapist, Jessica Klingbaum, to discuss the benefits of essential oils. Jessica began using essential oils to help with stress and lack of sleep she endured with her job as a TV producer, working on live news shows. She started her company, Be Hip and Healthy, to help others understand the massive benefits of incorporating essential oils into their everyday lives, both at home and in the workplace. You can learn more about Jessica and her work at www.behipandhealthy.com.
Season 1, Episode 9 - Special Guest Bettye Kearse
Join me as I talk with Bettye Kearse, author, oral historian and former pediatrician, to discuss the importance of oral history today. Bettye now serves as her family's 8th generation Griotte, or oral historian, following her family's West African oral history tradition. In her book, "The Other Madisons: The Lost History of A President's Black Family", she tells the incredible story of her family's journey through the decades, while confronting colonialism, slavery, abuse and the silencing of slaves. You can learn more about Bettye and her book at www.bettyekearse.com.
Season 1, Episode 8 - Special Guest Morgan Smith
In today's episode, I speak with author, financial advisor and former Buddhist monk, Morgan H Smith Jr., to address the importance of mindfulness and meditation on your wellbeing and finding your life's purpose. Following the process of being a full-time caretaker for both of his parents, Morgan wrote his book, "Generation Squeezed", to help others with aging parents find holistic and mindful approaches to decision making during this time. You can learn more about Morgan and his book at www.gensqueezed.com.
Season 1, Episode 7 - Special Guest Jodi Aman
In this episode, join me as I speak with renowned psychotherapist and best-selling author Jodi Aman about her new book, "Anxiety... I'm So Done With You: A Teen's Guide to Ditching Toxic Stress and Hardwiring Your Brain for Happiness." Jodi addresses the increasing levels of stress and anxiety in today’s teens and how teens, and their parents, can healthily combat both. You can learn more about Jodi and her book at www.jodiaman.com.
Season 1, Episode 6 - Special Guest Nicole Black
Check out this episode with special guest Nicole Black, wellness entrepreneur and owner of The Spa Girl Life. As a healer, Nicole helps people nourish their mind, body and soul. The Spa Girl Life luxury vegan candles, healing stones, affirmations cards and guided meditations are a great addition to calm the stress of daily life. You can find out more about Nicole at www.thespagirllife.com.
Season 1, Episode 5 - Special Guest Todd Pressman
My special guest today is Psychologist and internationally recognized expert on anxiety, Dr. Todd Pressman. He's the founder of the Pressman Method for ‘Deconstructing Anxiety’, a powerful new program for holistic development and personal growth. You can learn more about Todd and his mission at www.deconstructinganxiety.com.
Season 1, Episode 4 - Special Guest Mychelle Bell
On today's episode you'll hear from Mychelle Bell, an active-duty military fashion designer who has her own clothing line. Mychelle uses organic and plant-based fabrics to give people the healing benefits of the plants she uses. You can learn more about Mychelle and her clothing line at www.belleisu.com
Season 1 Episode 3 - Special Guest George Farag
Check out my first guest interview discussing mindfulness and meditation with former Diplomat and Consular Officer, George Farag.