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Ask Christa!Ask Christa! How Do I Raise My Freelance Rates (without chickening out!)?SummaryIn this conversation, Christa Dhimo addresses the challenges freelancers face when considering raising their rates. She emphasizes the importance of viewing oneself as a business, mindset, preparation, and effective communication strategies to navigate these discussions with clients. Christa provides practical advice on how to overcome fears and anxieties about “money talk,” options for approaching rate adjustments, the significance of knowing one's worth, and navigating client reactions. She also shares resources for further learning and encourages freelancers to view these conversations as business decisions rather than personal ones.Key Take Aways2025-05-1228 min
Ask Christa!Ask Christa! Humility or Imposter Syndrome?SummaryIn this episode of Ask Christa, Christa Dhimo explores the complexities of imposter syndrome—which is actually and originally called imposter phenomenon—and humility. She distinguishes between the two concepts, explaining that imposter phenomenon is a feeling of self-doubt regarding one's achievements, often attributing success to external factors such as luck rather than personal capability. In contrast, humility involves graciously accepting recognition, and often includes acknowledging the contributions of others. Christa provides resources for further understanding of these topics, and encourages listeners to continue learning and developing as imposter phenomenon is an experience many have...2025-05-0904 min
Ask Christa!Ask Christa! How Do I Startup a Business?SummaryIn this episode of Ask Christa, Christa Dhimo discusses the essential steps to starting a business, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's feelings about and commitment to the business idea, creating a strong foundation, and utilizing available resources. She highlights the various funding options and the significance of addressing unmet needs in the market. Christa also encourages self-awareness and community engagement as vital components of the entrepreneurial journey.Key Take Aways· Starting a business involves understanding your readiness regarding your idea.· Creating a strong foundation is crucial...2025-05-0510 min
Ask Christa!Ask Christa! Adapting to Change as a SUPERPOWER!!!SummaryIn this episode, Christa Dhimo addresses the challenges of managing necessary changes in the workplace. She emphasizes the discomfort that often accompanies change and offers strategies for reframing our approach to it. By focusing on adaptation rather than mere handling of change, individuals can find stability and growth opportunities. Christa also highlights the importance of maintaining perspective beyond one's job and provides resources for effective change management.Key Take Aways· Necessary changes can be uncomfortable and disruptive, but also lead to growth.· It's important to normalize feelings o...2025-05-0117 min
Ask Christa!Ask Christa! Do All Startups Need Advisors?SummaryIn this episode of Ask Christa, Christa Dhimo discusses the critical role of advisors for early-stage startups. She emphasizes that all businesses, even those just starting out, can benefit from having advisors who provide honest and supportive assessments. Effective advisors help founders navigate the complexities of transforming ideas into viable business models, focusing on strategy, market needs, and personal growth. Christa also highlights the importance of finding advisors who ask the right questions and facilitate deeper thinking rather than simply managing tasks. She concludes by recommending resources for startup founders and encourages ongoing community...2025-04-2809 min
Ask Christa!Ask Christa! Fear of Making Mistakes as a Source of POWER!SummaryIn this episode, Christa Dhimo addresses the fear of making mistakes when stepping out of comfort zones, particularly in new job roles and promotions. She emphasizes the personal nature of fear and encourages listeners to value it as a perspective rather than a hindrance. Christa provides practical tips for reframing fear and mistakes as opportunities for growth and learning, highlighting the importance of influencing others' perceptions positively. She also shares resources for overcoming fear and building confidence in the workplace.Key Take Aways· Fear is a personal emotion root...2025-04-2406 min
Ask Christa!Ask Christa! Forget About Inspiration-- Learn How to MOTIVATE!!!SummaryIn this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo addresses the challenge of inspiring a team when one lacks the energy to do so. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between inspiration and motivation, advocating for a shift in focus from being an inspirational leader to a motivating one. Christa discusses the significance of creating a motivating environment and the role of employee engagement in achieving organizational success. She also provides valuable resources for further exploration of workplace motivation and performance.Key Take Aways · We can't inspire people...2025-04-2008 min
Ask Christa!Ask Christa! Season 1 Preview (April 20th Launch!!)Hi everyone, and welcome to the season one preview of Ask Christa! the place where you can ask questions about how to work through business challenges and workplace issues. I’m Christa Dhimo, and our first season hits on a few big themes, and managing and leading in an organization takes up a lot of space, which I love. I offer answers to questions like: how can I inspire my team when sometimes I don’t have the energy? And how can I manage my fear of failure in front of my team?I also answer block and...2025-04-0901 min
Ask Christa!Ask Christa! Trailer (coming in April 2025!)Hi everyone and welcome to Ask Christa! the place where you can ask questions about how to work through business challenges and workplace issues, like starting and scaling a business, developing your career at any stage and growing skills as a professional and as a person too. I'm Christa Dhimo and after decades of getting through a lot of different business and career scenarios, some easier than others, I grow a client and media base of professionals who come to me when they're feeling stuck.Perhaps their companies aren't growing as expected, or they realize t...2025-04-0301 min
Less Stressed Life: Helping You Heal Yourself#394 3 Ways Stress Triggers Skin & Gut Issues—And What to Do About It with Christa Biegler, RDSend us a textThis week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I'm talking about something huge that most people don’t realize: stress is often the hidden trigger behind gut and skin issues. If you’ve been struggling with eczema, rashes, bloating, or food sensitivities and nothing seems to help, stress could be the missing piece.In this episode, I break down three major ways stress impacts your body, from depleting key nutrients to shutting down digestion and suppressing immune function. I also share practical strategies for rebuilding resilience, replenishing nutrients, and supporting your gut...2025-03-1916 minLess Stressed Life: Helping You Heal Yourself#393 Lessons from Christa’s Health Crisis with Eczema, Energy & Food Sensitivities, Part 1Send us a textThis week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I’m sharing part 1 of my full health journey—the struggles, the mistakes, and the lessons learned—so you don’t have to spend 10 years figuring it out like I did. In this episode, I take you back to two pivotal health crises in my life: one in 2015 and another in 2017. This week, I’m focusing on the 2015 crisis—the wake-up call that led me to truly understand the connection between gut health, food sensitivities, and chronic inflammation.You’ll hear about the symptoms I ign...2025-03-1224 min
Cooking Like a Pro028. Meet the Chefs: Getting to know Cal & ChristaText Christa!This week on the podcast join us for a special episode featuring Chef Cal and Christa—better known as Chef and Mrs. Chef—as they sit down with Linda Bott on Northstate Now to explore the transformative power of food.Together, they explore how food brings people together, the importance of fresh ingredients, and insights on pairing wine with food. Chef Cal discusses his upcoming cookbook, while Christa shares about her newly released how-to fix veggies e-book along with how her own culinary journey began. You'll also find out about...2025-02-2630 min
Here Comes the Drama with Christa InnisHere Comes the Drama | A Podcast from Party Planning By ChristaSend the podcast some love! Get ready for the wildest ride down the aisle and beyond! Here Comes the Drama dives into the chaos, hilarity, and heartwarming moments of weddings and events. Hosted by Christa Innis, the creator behind Party Planning by Christa, this podcast brings to life the jaw-dropping real-life wedding horror stories sent in by her almost 700,000 social media fans. Each episode features live reactions, advice on setting boundaries, and discussions about all things drama in the world of weddings, parties, and beyond. From outrageous mother-in-law tales to bridesmaid betrayals that could rival r...2025-01-0901 min
Murder CoasterBONUS: Beneath the Poet's House an interview with cohost Christa Carmen about her new novel.Cohost Christa Carmen tells us about her newest novel and the brief and forlorn love affair between Edgar Allan Poe and poet Sarah Helen Whitman.
Christa’s website: Christa Carmen
Beneath the Poet’s House: Amazon.com: Beneath the Poet's House: A Thriller: 9781662513275: Carmen, Christa: Books
MURDER COASTER PODCAST
Hosted by Christa Carmen and Matthew Brockmeyer
Website: www.murdercoasterpodcast.com
Facebook: Murder Coaster
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/murdercoasterpodcast/
Creepy Amusement Park theme by Brandon Fiechter and Derek Fiechter, used by pe...2024-12-2945 min
Madame Founder10 Lessons from the North Pole | Madame Founder with Christa PittsIn this finale to Madame Founder Season 1, Christa Pitts goes solo to share her journey of building The Elf on the Shelf brand and The Lumistella Company. From humble beginnings to becoming a household name, Christa opens up about the lessons learned along the way. Tune in for 10 key takeaways every entrepreneur needs to hear—from believing in your vision to embracing rejection. With reflections on her mentors and podcast guests, Christa wraps up the season with actionable advice and holiday magic.2024-12-2034 min
Enneagram and MarriageBonus Holiday Episode: A Parks and Rec Typing Special w/Melody Hardin, 9 and Christa Hardin, 7The people in the fictional town of Pawnee, Indiana try their best to make sure the world is run according to the best of their ideals on one of the world's favorite shows to binge, Parks and Rec. The show, a political satire, is ultimately a tribute to loving your neighbor even when your neighbor is frustrating for you and has different ideals. Today, Christa and Melody are taking a fun time-out during the holiday rush to collaborate on typing the show's biggest personalities. We hope you’ll enjoy typing them with us in this just-for-fun E + M episode! Mu...2024-12-1540 min
Outside of SundayMessage from Christa: Upcoming LIVE EventSend us a textHey Outsiders! We are having a special LIVE event and I'd love for you to join us. Starting at 6am on Saturday 28th September I’m going to read the whole New Testament LIVE on all our social media platforms. It’s going to take approx 18hrs meaning I should be finished by around 1-2am the following morning.The more people we can get engaged with Outside of Sunday, the more the social media algorithms will get this content in front of New Zealand and the world! I hope you will...2024-09-2202 min
Your HR Business PartnerFrom HR to Entrepreneur: How Christa Myrick Built a Thriving Business Through Smart Hiring and LeadershipIn this episode of Your HR Business Partner, we’re excited to feature a special replay from the podcast All About That Action where Christa Myrick, a trailblazer in both human resources and entrepreneurship, shares her inspiring journey. In 2021, Christa left behind a successful HR career to start her own home service business, seeking more freedom and control over her time and finances—an entrepreneurial quest that many can relate to. Now nearing its third anniversary, Christa’s cleaning business stands as a testament to her expertise in smart hiring, delegation, and leadership. She proves that building a stro...2024-09-1735 min
Cooking Like a Pro004. Peaches, Poppyseeds, Poaching, Plating, and Pairing ChardonnayText Christa!Hey Food Fans!We’re back with another exciting episode of Cooking Like a Pro featuring your favorite culinary duo, Chef Cal and Christa DeMercurio. This week, we’ve got a treasure trove of tips and tricks that will take your kitchen game to the next level! 🎉**Perfect Pasta Every Time 🍝**Christa shares her detailed process for achieving that perfect al dente pasta, with a special method coined "Pasta 123". Trust us, this one's a game-changer!**Poaching Proficiency 🐟**Chef Cal gives us an in-depth guide on poaching seaf...2024-07-2048 min
Female emPOWERED: Winning in Business & LifeEpisode 237: When Your Fit Biz is Burning You OutWelcome to another episode of the Female EmPOWERED podcast with your host, Christa Gurka. In this episode, Christa is shedding light on the pressing issue of burnout among female fitness and wellness entrepreneurs, including its causes, signs, and effective prevention and coping mechanisms.Drawing from her own experiences and expertise, and with her trademark blend of empathy and expertise Christa shares invaluable insights and actionable strategies for preventing and addressing burnout in the industry.Key Topics Covered:Causes of Burnout: Christa examines common triggers such as people-pleasing, validation-seeking, and overcommitment...2024-06-0435 min
The Uncapped Photographer PodcastWhen to Invest in Coaching | Christa & MorganIn this conversation, Christa and Morgan discuss the importance of investing in coaching and mentorship to grow a successful photography business. They emphasize the need for guidance and support in navigating the challenges of the industry. They also highlight the benefits of transitioning from a shoot and burn model to a full-service approach, which allows for higher income potential and greater client satisfaction. The conversation touches on the mindset shift required to view photography as a business and the importance of understanding and tracking financials. They also discuss the freedom and opportunities that come with building a successful photography...2024-05-0225 minLess Stressed Life: Helping You Heal Yourself#337 Clinical Pearls For Mold/Mycotoxins We’re Seeing In Practice with Christa Biegler, RD and Jenna DeKok, MS, RDSend us a textThis week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, my co-pilot, Jenna DeKok joins me to tag team the topic of how we approach addressing mold with our clients. We talk about where mold enters the body, dead-ringer symptoms, testing and more! We want to give the disclaimer that we are not environmental experts. We are here to offer empowerment and to address mold within our client's bodies. KEY TAKEAWAYS:The most common places mold enters the bodyHave you had a historical exposure or is it a current exposure?C...2024-02-0944 min
Wild & Well Collective20. Empowering Your Metabolism: Unveiling the Secrets with ChristaHey there! In this week's episode, we're switching things up – I'm putting our co-host Christa in the spotlight for an insightful discussion on metabolic health. We kick off by breaking down the basics of metabolism and its close ties to mitochondria, making the seemingly complex topic quite digestible. Christa shares the lowdown on dietary choices, stomach acid's role, and the impact of gut health on metabolism. The conversation then takes a deep dive into the challenges faced by women during perimenopause and menopause, exploring the link between estrogen fluctuations and insulin resistance. We touch upon the crucial role of mu...2024-01-3027 min
Powerful Whispers: Hearing God for the body, soul, and spiritEP 48: Wellness Wednesday: Sprouting at Home: Health Benefits of SproutsAs winter grips most of the US, discover how you can
transform your kitchen countertop into a vibrant mini farm. Today’s Wellness Wednesday episode we are looking at indoor sprouting where I share how these tiny greens can significantly boost your nutrition. 🌟
If you are a curious newbie, this episode is packed with tips
and on how to cultivate your very own sprouts at home. Learn about 6 amazing health benefits, from enhanced digestion to a stronger immune system. 🌱
I share the essentials of selecting the best organic, non-GMO seeds and two simple things you'll need to...2024-01-1715 minLess Stressed Life: Helping You Heal Yourself#332 ENCORE: How we are missing subclinical hypothyroidism with Christa Biegler, RDSend us a textFor the next few weeks on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I will be republishing our most popular episodes.Hair loss, cold hands and feeling tired are the big three for a sluggish thyroid. But relapsing gut issues, slow motility, sleep disruption, brain fog, slow metabolism, inflammation, low mood or anxiety, and dry skin can all be symptoms of a sluggish thyroid. In this episode, we talk about how we’ve had to change how we’re approaching thyroid health in practice to ensure clients feel their best and main...2024-01-1125 min
Powerful Whispers: Hearing God for the body, soul, and spiritEP 42: Wellness Wednesday: Ginger, more than a spice, health benefits and culinary usesIt’s Wellness Wednesday! Join me as I share about my love
for a wonderful versatile and powerful spice – GINGER!! I talk about some of the many amazing health benefits, including its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
From soothing nausea to aiding digestion and even
alleviating arthritis symptoms, ginger is a powerhouse! I also shares my personal travel hack using ginger to combat airplane-induced nausea! 🛫🤢👌
This episode will not only give you the insights on ginger's
health benefits but will also guide you on how to incorporate it in your kitchen and wellness routine. I discuss its potential...2023-12-2015 minLess Stressed Life: Helping You Heal Yourself#327 How I support 1:1 clients without burning out with Christa Biegler, RD and Jenna DeKok, MS, RDSend us a textThis week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I have my incredible co-pilot Jenna DeKok back to interview me and also provide invaluable insight. In this episode, we dive into how we evaluate and incorporate ways to support ourselves as clinicians to prevent burnout. I talk about how my practice has evolved and what personally has helped when I've been extra crispy from burnout. We also talk about my team’s individual strengths and how collectively leveraging them has enhanced our overall synergistic performance. KEY TAKEAWAYS:Find ways to su...2023-12-0741 min
Murder CoasterBONUS: An Interview with Author Christa CarmenHappy release day to THE DAUGHTERS OF BLOCK ISLAND and congratulations to cohost Christa Carmen!!
Christa tells us all about her love of Gothic horror and her new book THE DAUGHTERS OF BLOCK ISLAND.
It is a book filled with mystery, murder, intrigue, ghosts, red herrings, twists and turns, an underground labyrinth of dungeons and tunnels, and a haunted mansion, everything a Murder Coaster listener would want in a spooky and Gothic tale of crime and deception.
It’s already being lavished with praise.
Book List calls it...2023-12-0123 minLess Stressed Life: Helping You Heal Yourself#326 What types of labs we use in practice with Christa Biegler, RD and Jenna DeKok, MS, RDSend us a textThis week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I have my co-pilot Jenna DeKok on with me. Jenna is also a registered dietician who works along side me in my private practice. In this episode, Jenna interviews me on what labs we use and why. I share my experience with labs that I used in the past but traded out or stopped using altogether and why. If you are interested in working with us in 2024, CLICK HERE! KEY TAKEAWAYS:Not all labs are usefulWhat is on our stool...2023-11-3043 min
Powerful Whispers: Hearing God for the body, soul, and spiritEP 36 - Wellness Wednesday: Making Bone Broth with Turkey Bones with Christa SpaethDon't throw those turkey bones out, use them to make this AMAZING bone broth! It tastes amazing and it’s essentially FREE to make, would you be interested? Trade out your expensive grocery bought items and try this unexpected kitchen hack.
Highlights:
Four key nutritional components of Bone Broth
Four potential benefits of consuming Bone Broth
Easy steps on how to make Bone Broth at home and save money!
RECIPE for Chicken Bone Broth:
Ingredients:
· Cooked Turkey or Chicken Bones, about 1 gallon bag worth,
I use bones from two large...2023-11-2224 min
Powerful Whispers: Hearing God for the body, soul, and spiritEP 28: Wellness Wednesday: Spice up your health - the benefits of pickling onions with Christa JoyToday we're going to explore the delightful world of pickling. In this episode, we'll be focusing on pickled, fermented onions. Not only are these condiments incredibly tasty, but they also offer a range of health benefits. So, stay tuned as we dive into the art of pickling, include some chef tips, and learn how to make these zesty additions to your culinary repertoire.
Links from today's show:
Recipe that I referenced https://www.thetarttart.com/health/are-pickled-onions-good-for-you/
https://health.clevelandclinic.org/are-onions-good-for-you/
Disclaimer: Christa Joy is a Registered Dietitian in Minnesota, but no longer...2023-10-2510 minWild & Well Collective02. Navigating Medicine, Mindset, and the Journey to Vibrant EnergyIn this episode, co-host Christa shares her inspiring journey from a childhood diagnosis of precocious puberty to becoming a family nurse practitioner with a passion for functional medicine. She discusses her experiences as a trauma nurse in New York City, her transition to holistic and root cause-focused healthcare, and the importance of self-awareness and inner work in optimizing overall health and energy levels. Christa provides valuable energy optimization tips, emphasizing foundational health habits, setting boundaries to manage emotional toxicity, and practicing mindfulness. This episode underscores the significance of a holistic approach to health and invites listeners to harness their...2023-10-0338 minLess Stressed Life: Helping You Heal Yourself#312 Is the integrative process outdated? a debate with Christa Biegler, RD and Jen Fugo, MSS, CNSSend us a textThis week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I have my dear friend Jen Fugo on for a friendly debate on the integrative process. We talk about what research says versus what we have experienced in our practices. Jen and I also talk about how our practices have evolved. I think the biggest takeaway here is, whether you are a client or a practitioner, there are multiple ways of doing things. Jen adds, "everyone's journey is going to look different and that's ok."More episodes with Jen:#58 Why you shouldn't...2023-08-2441 minEnneagram and MarriageMore Than Just Your Instincts: An E + M Mini w/ChristaWe work very hard to balance our self-preserving, sexual, and social instincts, but who are we outside of that - and more importantly, above these base instincts? Christa walks you through the higher virtues lying outside of the instincts today so that you cannot only keep balance amidst the lower-hanging fruit of the three instincts themselves but also keep a higher plain of goodness in your life. Check out this in quick but important E + M mini right here! Watch on YouTube here! Click here to join our Goodreads Giveaway! Get on the...2023-08-2313 min
Powerful Whispers: Hearing God for the body, soul, and spiritEP9- Wellness Wednesday: Vibrant Flavors of Peru: 6 Quinoa Peruvian Culinary favoritesToday's guest is my good friend Astrid who was born and raised in Peru. We touch on not only the amazing
superfood Quinoa, health benefits, cooking tips and great recipes but she also
shares more about the amazing foods which are native to Peru. I hope hearing
about the vibrant Peruvian food culture inspires you for your next meal. Check
out the Seven-recipe links below. Listen in to our lively conversation and maybe you will find you are like us and have some frustrations
with making quinoa, check out a tip. Stay until the end to hear Astrid’s JO...2023-08-0240 min
Powerful Whispers: Hearing God for the body, soul, and spiritEp 6- Wellness Wednesday: Supercharge your health. Recipe for Happy Joints and Happy Wallet with Christa JoyWhat if I told you there is a food that is super simple
to make at home, that could make your joints feel better and it tastes amazing
and it’s essentially FREE to make, would you be interested? Trade out your expensive
grocery bought items and try this unexpected kitchen hack.
Now that I have piqued your interest, have you guessed
what this amazing product is that you can make at home. It’s called bone broth!
Highlights:
Four key nutritional components of Bone Broth
Four potential benefits of consuming Bone...2023-07-1918 min
Powerful Whispers: Hearing God for the body, soul, and spiritEp 5- Seven Steps to Tune into God's Voice with Christa Joy Have you always wondered how friends and pastors can hear
from God but have always been afraid to ask how? Have you felt maybe you aren't supposed to hear from God?
Listen in today as I answer questions people ask me about how I hear from God.
Here are some nuggets for you:
• God created you as a Christian to hear His voice
• I share seven practical ways to prepare you to hear from God
• Four common obstacles to hearing God’s voice
Encouraging Bible Verses:
John 10:27 My sheep hear my voice...2023-07-1823 minLess Stressed Life: Helping You Heal Yourself#304 How to support fertility naturally with Christa Biegler, RDSend us a textThis week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, Christa does an overview of nutritional and hormonal considerations for optimizing fertility and then takes live Q&A from listeners/audience members to try to troubleshoot individual cases. KEY TAKEAWAYS:The 3 hormone systems to optimize for an easier pregnancyNutrition support that for fertility optimizationConsiderations for miscarriage prevention and preterm birth SPONSORS:Save on HealthcareA special thanks to Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM) for sponsoring this episode. I’ve been a CHM member over 8 year...2023-06-3044 min
Rebel and Be WellEpisode 12 | featuring Christa RymalOn this week's episode, Christa Rymal transitions from host to featured guest! Interviewed by podcast producer Marshall Saunders and recorded onsite The Point Property- a rare and welcomed location for the Rebel & Be Well show. The duo discusses the history behind The Point property and the intimate story of its evolution from a private cabin to a purpose-driven health retreat center. Better understand what different communities The Point serves, and what its founder, Christa Rymal, has as her own mission when employing the space. As she shares her story, Christa also reinspires listeners as she...2023-04-0658 min
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JoyProjectThe Joy of What's Next with Christa Avampato — Season 1 FinaleThis episode is a part of the JoyProject podcast: https://christaavampato.com/JoyProject
In the Season 1 Finale episode, Christa talks about what she learned from the 20 episodes in Season 1 of JoyProject, what’s coming up for Season 2, and how she’d love for you to be involved.
Topics discussed in this episode:
- A tribute to Christa’s stepfather who loved this podcast and who sadly passed away on December 11, 2022
- The inspiration for the name and content of this podcast
- A brief recap of all the interviews in Season 1
- What...2022-12-2707 min
JoyProjectThe Joy of Book Clubs with Libby Seiter NelsonSummary:
Talking about books is one of the greatest joys, and to have a conversation about books with Libby is a treat for all book lovers. In December 2015 Libby was going through a time of intense grief and participating in the POPSUGAR annual reading challenge gave her the joy she needed. To amplify that joy, Libby posted about the challenge on Facebook to see if she could get a few friends to read with her through 2016. That Facebook group, 2022 Reading Challenge, started with a small group of friends and now has grown to almost 500 members in 2022. Anyone...2022-12-1342 min
WAYS OF LIFE with Christa WellsChrista with Shuree Danyell On Being Visionary & Returning The World To HarmonyChrista talks with Shuree Danyell about what it means to envision a world restored to harmony, and how she has pursued harmony within herself through creativity and collaboration.Shuree Danyell is an award-wining creative artist with a growing reputation as an expert and visionary thought leader in the creative marketing industry. As the Founder and CEO of 4K More Creative, a multi-cultural creative design agency based in Long Beach, Shuree is driven each day by a passion to do work in communities of color that inspires others to be their best. Through her passionate leadership, 4kMore Creative o...2022-12-0627 min
WAYS OF LIFE with Christa WellsChrista with Matthew Dwyer On Being With People In GriefChrista talks with Death Doula, Yoga Teacher and Kirtan Wallah, Matthew Dwyer about his compassionate work with people in grief. Matthew hosts Death Cafe with Adriana Rizzolo. Connect with Matthew:WebsiteInstagramBeing Held Newsletter + MoreConnect with Christa:WebsitePatreonInstagramSpotify2022-11-2956 min
WAYS OF LIFE with Christa WellsChrista with Rachel Handler on Acting, Advocacy & Dancing In A New BodyChrista talks with actress, singer and motivational speaker, Rachel Handler. After sharing the interesting way Christa and Rachel encountered one another, Rachel shares the joy she experiences in performance and how the loss of her leg in a car accident has invited expansion into her life and work. Find Rachel:InstagramWebsiteFind Christa:InstagramWebsitePatreon2022-11-2254 min
WAYS OF LIFE with Christa WellsChrista with Adriana Rizzolo on Embodiment, Expansion & Feeling It AllConnect with Christa:WebsitePatreonInstagramSpotifyChrista speaks with Adriana Rizzolo about embodiment, expansion and the beauty and freedom that comes through embracing the full spectrum of human experience and emotion. They talked at Adriana's home in Ojai, California, several months after meeting on the island of Molokai.Adriana is a spiritual mentor, somatic healer, sex educator for women, trans* and non binary folks, speaker, grief and aliveness doula, and more. She helps people heal trauma and patterns of helplessness, awaken their power and feel at...2022-11-0136 min
JoyProjectThe Joy of Pizza with Rachel JosarPizza. The word alone brings an immediate smile to our faces. We can’t contain the joy it sparks, and nowhere is the joy of pizza more prevalent than in New York City. Rachel Josar, the creator and host of the They Had Fun podcast, joins JoyProject to talk about all things pizza, her weekly tradition with her husband, her passion for this incredible city, and the history and culture that is entwined with food. After 250 weeks of Friday night pizza, Rachel gives her expert opinion on where to get the best pizza in New York.
About Ra...2022-11-0130 min
JoyProjectThe Joy of The Great British Bake Off with Abby AnklamThis episode is part of the JoyProject Podcast: https://christaavampato.com/JoyProject
If ever there was a television show founded on pure joy, it’s The Great British Bake Off. Professional writer and home baker Abby Anklam joins us on the JoyProject podcast to talk about how she started watching Bake Off and her favorite parts of the show that make it a delight to watch. Abby also shares the bakes she tried at home that were inspired by the show and the bakes she plans to try after everything she’s learned as an avid watcher and...2022-09-0619 min
JoyProjectThe Joy of Fostering Animals with Mary TalalayThis episode is part of the JoyProject Podcast: https://christaavampato.com/JoyProject
What could instantly elicit more joy than a puppy or kitten? This week we talk to Mary Talalay, an expert in fostering animals to get them ready to find their forever homes. She also mentors new fosters, especially first-timers. Mary offers advice to those new to fostering and potential fosters who are curious about what’s involved in the process. She shares stories of fosters that hold a special place in her heart and how she and her daughter initially got involved in their foster co...2022-08-2316 minLess Stressed Life: Helping You Heal Yourself#250 Where do you start to heal? The framework I use to help clients with Christa Biegler RDSend us a textThis week on The Less Stressed Life Podcast, I am answering the question, where do you start if you are trying to heal? In this episode, I go over the framework I use to help clients and how it has evolved over time. KEY TAKEAWAYS:4 steps of the Integrative process coined by Jefferey BlandWhere people commonly get stuck in their healing processTimelines for healingGUEST SHARED HELPFUL TIPS ON:Removing barriers to healing & replacing nutrientsUsing symptoms & testing to create awareness to help & heal your cl...2022-08-1727 min