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Self Love Tonic™28: Finale: The EKG That Changed Everything + A Big AnnouncementJoin Christina as she closes out Season 3 with one of her most personal and powerful episodes yet. She opens up about the emotional weight of trying to “do it all,” and how an unexpected life-altering experience became the foundation for a major shift in her life.In This Episode We Chat About:The emotional and physical toll of stress, motherhood, and people-pleasingA candid recounting of a hospital visit that changed her perspective on lifeHow breathwork helped her reclaim her nervous system and sense of peaceThe importance of listening to your body—and your inner voiceA...2025-07-0921 minSelf Love Tonic™27: Science-Backed Calm: Why Breathwork is More Than Just Woo-WooDisclaimer: The content of this episode is intended for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider before beginning any breathwork practice or other wellness regimen.The breathwork exercise included in this episode is voluntary and should be practiced at your own risk in a safe space. By choosing to participate, you acknowledge that you are doing so voluntarily and assume full responsibility for your physical and mental well-being.______________________________________________In this episode, Christina breaks down the powerful...2025-07-0216 minSelf Love Tonic™26: Human Design: The Self-Awareness Blueprint You Didn't Know You Needed with Katie RoseIn this episode, I sit down with intuitive guide and human design expert Katie Rose to explore how Human Design can help us peel back the layers of who we’ve been told to be and reconnect with who we truly are.Katie breaks down the basics of Human Design, explaining how our unique energy types and profiles shape our interactions with the world and how understanding them can offer both relief and permission to live more authentically. Whether you're brand new to Human Design or ready to dig deeper, this conversation is filled with practical wisdom, so...2025-06-251h 08Self Love Tonic™25. Embracing Authenticity + Uniqueness Through Style with Kaitlyn StewardIn this episode, I sat down with Kaitlyn Steward, a personal stylist and the founder of Hue & You Image Consulting, to talk about something that goes so much deeper than clothes—how style is directly connected to our sense of identity, self-worth, and how we show up in the world.Kaitlyn shared how being a big sister to four younger sisters helped shape her gift for helping others express themselves through style. We talked about the emotional layers of clothing, the difference between personal styling and image consulting, and why asking “How do you want people to feel...2025-06-1143 minSelf Love Tonic™24. Doomscroll Detox: Signs It's Time to Reduce Your Screen TimeIn this episode, I’m opening up about something that’s been a personal struggle for years—and I know I’m not alone in it: being constantly plugged in.I’ve worked in marketing for over a decade, which means screen time has pretty much always been part of my daily life. But even outside of work, I’ve found myself stuck in endless scroll cycles, picking up my phone for no reason, and wondering why I feel so mentally drained all the time. If you’ve ever felt the same, this conversation is for you.We’ll tal...2025-06-0915 minSelf Love Tonic™23. The Power of Cycle-Syncing + Living in Rhythm With Your Body's Wisdom with Poesy RoeIn this episode, I'm joined by Nashville-based poet, singer-songwriter, and professional makeup artist Poesy Roe—a radiant creative spirit whose work explores beauty, cyclical living, spirituality, and transformation.Together, we dive into the transformative world of cycle-syncing and living in rhythm with your body’s natural wisdom. Whether you're new to the concept of cyclical living or already syncing your life to your inner seasons, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective on reconnecting with your body, reclaiming your energy, and moving through life with more flow and intention.In this...2025-05-2851 minSelf Love Tonic™22: The Lie We've Been Told About Self-LoveIn this episode, we’re diving into a common misconception: Is self-love selfish?Society often tells us that putting ourselves first is wrong, but the truth is, prioritizing your well-being isn’t just beneficial—it’s essential.In This Episode, We Cover:Why self-love is not the same as selfishnessHow societal conditioning shapes our beliefs about self-careThe impact of prioritizing yourself on your relationships and overall well-beingPractical ways to embrace self-love without guiltSign up for our "Monthly-ish" Newsletter to receive journal prompts around self-love, mental health, and holistic wellness delivered straight...2025-05-2108 minSelf Love Tonic™21: Reclaiming Energy + Clarity With Marie SmithIn this episode, we sit down with Marie Smith, the founder of Golden Hour Coaching, a certified health and life coach, wellness expert, and mom of five—who is passionate about helping people build lives that feel aligned and energizing.She shares her personal journey from feeling completely out of alignment to becoming a coach who empowers others to reconnect with themselves and design lives that work for them—not just look good on paper. Through powerful tools like the Clarity Catalyst course and her signature Energize Your Life program (geared especially toward working moms), she helps clie...2025-05-141h 06Self Love Tonic™20: Why Balance Is An Illusion + What We Can Focus On InsteadWelcome back to Self Love Tonic! Season 3 is here and fully loaded with weekly episodes. No more gaps, no more waiting. I’m so glad to be back behind the mic after a much-needed break and even more excited to bring you this powerful first episode.Today, we’re diving into a topic that hits home for so many of us: balance.We’ve all been sold the dream that we can “have it all” if we just find the right formula. But what if balance isn’t the goal? What if chasing it is actual...2025-05-0709 minSelf Love Tonic™19: 6 Practices + Mindset Shifts That Will Change How You See YourselfHave you ever found yourself getting caught up in the vicious cycle of negative self-talk? Are you constantly playing the comparison game? If you answered yes to any of these questions number 1, you are not alone and number 2 you’re going to want to give this episode a listen because today I’m going to be sharing 6 Practices + Mindset Shifts That Will Change How You See Yourself.Connect With Christina Guzmánwww.instagram.com/selflovetonicpodwww.selflovetonicpodcast.comchristina@selflovetonic.com 2024-09-0513 minSelf Love Tonic™18: Restoring True Connection In The Age of Social Media With Joy StoneIn this episode, we talk about restoring true connection in a world where social media has taken over so many aspects of our lives. With how much we touch on social media on this podcast, we all knew this episode was coming and I couldn’t think of a better person to have this conversation with than spiritual coach, best-selling author, and my dear friend, Joy Stone.Joy is an expert in positive psychology, yoga psychology, yoga & meditation. She’s also the author of the best-selling book, "If I'm So Spiritual, Why Am I Still So Anxious?" Her...2024-08-2952 min
True Crime Bullsh**The NAMUS-45: Rolando Salas Jusino, Jr.A young boy goes missing from a beach town in Puerto Rico. Six years later, a man goes missing from that same town. Four years later, the timeline places Keyes in the area with his cell phone turned off.The second half of Season 6 of True Crime Bullsh** will launch on September 26th. Sponsored by: BetterHelp.com/tcb for 10% off your first month. This episode was written and researched by Shana Wilensky and Josh Hallmark. It was edited, produced, and hosted by Josh Hallmark.This is a Studio BOTH/AND production: truecrimebullshit.com / bo...2024-08-2221 minSelf Love Tonic™17: Connecting With Your Life’s Purpose and Nurturing Your Creativity with Mariah GreenToday I’m coming at you with a guest episode and if you’ve been struggling to connect with your life’s purpose and cultivating creativity, then pull up a chair because this episode is for you. Mariah Green is a creative entrepreneur dedicated to discovering, creating, and sharing inspiration and joy in various forms. She’s a photographer and content creator specializing in food, hospitality, and wellness and also owns Soul & Savor, a lifestyle and wellness publication that includes a print & digital magazine, blog, and a soon-to-be shop space.After navigating a challenging transition in her li...2024-08-1542 minSelf Love Tonic™16: Slowing Down For Deeper Healing + ImpactThis year, I faced unexpected health challenges that led me to take a break from podcasting. Initially, this pause created anxiety as I struggled to let go of the pressure to stay consistent. However, it highlighted the critical importance of prioritizing well-being over hustle culture.In this episode, we explore the significance of slowing down for deeper healing and lasting impact. We draw inspiration from Simone Biles, who took a two-year hiatus for her mental health and returned to win gold at the Paris Olympics. Her story reminds us that taking a step back doesn't mean quitting...2024-08-0809 minSelf Love Tonic™15: Combatting Burnout and Protecting Your Well-Being As A Healthcare Worker With Kelly Hines-Stellisch, DNPWelcome to another episode of the Self Love Tonic Podcast. As you may have seen, last week was National Nurses Week. On today’s episode, I had the opportunity to chat with Kelly Hines-Stellisch, DNP - Owner and Founder of Reviving Wellness LLC, an organization dedicated to the belief that healthcare workers deserve to be well, too. Through an evidence-based wellness coaching program, Kelly helps clinicians beat burnout, reconnect to their love for patient care, and create a life they don't have to escape from. So if you’re a nurse, APP, or any healthcare worker focused on direct-to-patient care...2024-05-1651 minSelf Love Tonic™14: My Story: Military Life, Divorce & Starting OverToday marks 34 trips around the sun for me and I’m just so grateful for another year on this earth. Even though it’s a Thursday, I took the day off of work and I’m going to spend the day doing some fun things that light me up. I’m someone who tends to get introspective around my birthday so being able to take the time today to focus on self-love is something I’m grateful for. One of the things that I’ve always loved to do on my birthday is to journal and every year I would write...2023-12-1427 minSelf Love Tonic™13: How Embodiment Can Help Cultivate More Self-Love & Manifest Your Desires with Noelle PinchotHave you ever wondered why we self-sabotage? Are you someone who struggles to be present in their body? Have you been feeling called to step into the most authentic version of yourself but don’t know where to start?If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this episode is definitely for you. Today I have the pleasure of bringing you a conversation that so many of us can benefit from with Self-Discovery and Embodiment Coach, Noelle Pinchot. Noelle’s mission is to help women come home to themselves and empower them to embod...2023-10-181h 03Self Love Tonic™12: The Value of Self-Love In Safely Increasing Online Visibility with Loraine Martinez BellamyWe are in for a treat today because on this episode we will be chatting with Loraine Martinez Bellamy all about allowing ourselves to be seen and the value of self-love in safely increasing online visibility.Loraine is a lawyer turned life and business coach who helps high-achieving women 𝗳𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗹𝘆 expand beyond their 9-5s. Her clients are badass professionals who feel called to creative endeavors that take them beyond their successful careers.Through 1:1 coaching and her group coaching program, Own Your Life, Loraine helps her clients navigate the shift from traditional career paths into entrepreneurship and creativity. By ditching ov...2023-10-111h 13Self Love Tonic™11: Why Burnout Can Be A Blessing In Disguise + How To Use It To Our AdvantageThis time of year tends to be a favorite for a lot of people (myself included) as we start transitioning into the spooky and holiday season. But there’s something else that also tends to make an appearance this time of year that isn’t as fun and that is the feeling of being burned out.Whether you’re someone who is working a full-time job, going back to school, diving deep into a passion project or holding down the fort at home, burnout is a very common experience in our fast-paced world. So many of us have d...2023-10-0410 minSelf Love Tonic™10: Being Confident In Your Skin + Rejecting Societal Beauty Standards With Kristin ManskyThis season you can expect to see a lot more guest episodes and today I am so thrilled to welcome my incredible friend and kick-ass Photographer, Kristin Mansky of Marra Creative Studio.Kristin’s journey into entrepreneurship evolved from borrowing her parents' outdated DSLR camera over 10 years ago to teach herself how to take decent photos for a personal blog that turned into a thriving creative branding + photography agency that collaborates with women entrepreneurs + small businesses all over the country.When Kristin isn’t wearing the many hats of entrepreneurship, she considers herself an avid...2023-09-201h 01Self Love Tonic™09: What It Really Means To Be On A Spiritual Path of Alignment + Self-Discovery With Joy StoneToday's episode not only officially kicks off Season 2, but it also kicks off our rebrand from In Love & Simplicity to Self Love Tonic. If you missed Episode 8, you'll want to head back to give it a listen. It'll give you all the details about the rebrand and what's on the horizon for the Self Love Tonic Podcast. I am so excited to start Season 2 off with a bang with a guest episode featuring best-selling author and Spiritual Coach, Joy Stone. Joy is a dynamic spiritual coach certified in Yoga Psychology and positive Psychology, a...2023-09-061h 09Self Love Tonic™Season 2 Trailer: Self Love Tonic PodcastIf you listened to the Season 1 Finale episode, you know that The In Love & Simplicity Podcast has officially rebranded to Self Love Tonic™! In Season 2, we'll be exploring thought-provoking topics that empower us to live a life where alignment and personal growth can flourish. So let’s raise a glass and toast to navigating the journey of self-discovery, together.Want to know when the first episode of Season 2 will be dropping? Sign up for our newsletter at www.selflovetonic.com to stay in the know and receive our FREE guided meditation audio 🎧🎵 Connect With Christina Gu...2023-08-0700 minSelf Love Tonic™08: The Final Fate of In Love & Simplicity + A Big Announcement (Formerly The In Love & Simplicity Podcast)*Currently the Self Love Tonic™ Podcast**Early Episode Before Rebranding*I first want to start by saying THANK YOU. Thank you for being here and thank you for taking time out of your day to tune in to every episode this season. When I decided to start this podcast back in January, I remember telling myself “It’s not about the number, it’s about the impact.” I didn’t go into this experience expecting a certain amount of listeners, I didn’t go into it expecting anything really other than just wanting to empower people to make positi...2023-07-1911 minSelf Love Tonic™07: Debunking Common Misconceptions Of Minimalism (Formerly The In Love & Simplicity Podcast)*Currently the Self Love Tonic™ Podcast**Early Episode Before Rebranding*Today we're going to debunk some of the most common misconceptions of Minimalism and dive deeper into the reality behind the Minimalist lifestyle.Connect With Christina Guzmánwww.instagram.com/selflovetonicpodwww.selflovetonicpodcast.comchristina@selflovetonic.com 2023-06-0511 minSelf Love Tonic™06: An Open Conversation About Overwhelm In Motherhood With Alexa Landolfi (Formerly The In Love & Simplicity Podcast)*Currently the Self Love Tonic™ Podcast**Early Episode Before Rebranding*Today’s episode is a special one because it’s our very first guest interview. Bringing on guests for the podcast has been a goal of mine since its inception and I’m over the moon excited to be kicking it off with one of my dearest and longest friends, Alexa Landolfi. Alexa is a work from home first time mama who helps female business owners create and implement effective work flow systems online. She is a wife, dog mom, daughter, professional Netflix binger, and frien...2023-05-101h 15Self Love Tonic™05: My Birth Story + Impactful Lessons I learned In My First Year Of Motherhood (Formerly The In Love & Simplicity Podcast)*Currently the Self Love Tonic™ Podcast**Early Episode Before Rebranding*Our daughter turned 1 last Saturday and leading up to her party I was sitting in so many feelings. It’s such a strange thing to be able to say that this past year was the fastest year of my life but also the longest year. When I was pregnant I remember another Mom saying to me “the days are long, but the years are short” and I now understand what that means. I’ve spent a lot of time recently looking back at old videos and photos fro...2023-04-2430 minSelf Love Tonic™04: Protecting Our Mental Health In The Face of Tragedy And Influencing Positive Change In Our Communities (Formerly The In Love & Simplicity Podcast)*Currently the Self Love Tonic™ Podcast**Early Episode Before Rebranding*We live in an unprecedented time in history. Being in the age of social media, news travels at record speeds and we’re more in the know than any previous generation. We have access to information about every single tragedy that strikes around the world at our fingertips almost instantaneously and it’s hard to suppress the feelings that come along with that, especially for people who are empathic and people who feel things on a deeper level than most. It’s not surprising that it makes so...2023-03-2910 minSelf Love Tonic™03: Navigating Minimalism With Littles + What To Do When People Gift Your Family Things They Don't Need (Formerly The In Love & Simplicity Podcast)*Currently the Self Love Tonic™ Podcast**Early Episode Before Rebranding*In this episode, we chat about navigating minimalism as parents, how to handle when people gift you things you don't need and the importance of educating your friends and family and setting boundaries around your minimalist lifestyle. Have questions or want to connect in real time? Follow me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/inloveandsimplicity If you’re new to minimalism and need help starting your journey in a way that doesn’t feel overwhelming, I have a FREE resource just for you ca...2023-03-1519 minSelf Love Tonic™02: What My Breast Cancer Scare Taught Me About Living Intentionally, Leaning Into Your Faith & Advocating For Your Health (Formerly The In Love & Simplicity Podcast)*Currently the Self Love Tonic™ Podcast**Early Episode Before Rebranding*Disclaimer: This episode addresses medical experiences specifically related to cancer. If this is a topic that you find triggering, please feel free to skip this episode to protect your mental and emotional wellbeing. This episode is based on my own personal experience and research and is in no way, shape or form an attempt at giving medical advice or guidance. If you are experiencing troubling symptoms or have a condition that you’re concerned about, please seek advice from a trusted medical professional. I...2023-02-1026 minSelf Love Tonic™01: Defining Minimalism For Yourself + 3 Key Tips To Help You Start Living With Less (Formerly The In Love & Simplicity Podcast)*Currently the Self Love Tonic™ Podcast**Early Episode Before Rebranding*Welcome to the very first episode of the In Love & Simplicity Podcast! In this episode, we'll be chatting about what my journey with minimalism has looked like over the years, what my biggest aha moments have been throughout my experiences, how to define minimalism for yourself and steps that you can take today to make strides towards living with less. Learn More About The Minimalists: https://www.theminimalists.comLearn More About Project 333: https://bemorewithless.com/pr...2023-02-0112 minSelf Love Tonic™Season 1 Trailer (Formerly The In Love & Simplicity Podcast)*Currently the Self Love Tonic™ Podcast**Early Episode Before Rebranding*Welcome to the In Love & Simplicity Podcast where you’ll learn to live with less so that you can experience more. I’m your host, Christina Guzmán. If you’re ready to chat all things minimalism, motherhood and intentional living you’re in the right place.I’ve moved around a lot throughout my lifetime, 20 times to be exact, which is what initially sparked my interest in minimalism a few years back. There’s nothing like having to pack up your home over a dozen times t...2023-01-1102 min