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The AHA! Moment Podcast
The Science of Joy: Finding Your Everyday Endorphins | an interview with Stella Stephanopoulos
In this episode, Angelina is joined by Stella Stephanopoulos, Innovation Consultant at Accenture, 200HR certified yoga instructor with CorePower and Equinox, and founder of Everyday Endorphins — a wellness platform and podcast that explores what truly brings us joy. Stella shares the story behind launching Everyday Endorphins, from her early days as a high school rower to studying the science of happiness in college. She opens up about the emotional seasons that shaped her, the connection between flow state and fulfillment, and the powerful impact of community and belonging in adulthood. Together, Stella and Angelina explore what it means to fe...
2025-05-22
39 min
Loving Wellness
84. The Art of Adult Friendships: Navigating Growth, Boundaries, and Authentic Connections with Stella Stephanopoulos
This week on Loving Wellness, I’m joined by my dear friend and host of the Everyday Endorphins podcast, Stella Stephanopoulos, to talk about all things FRIENDSHIP! In this episode, we’re sharing our candid discussion on the ins and outs of navigating friendship in adulthood- from how to deal with growing apart from old friends, to how to make new friends that feel aligned to you, and everything in between. In the episode, we cover: How Stella and I became friends! Making new friends in adulthood How to prioritize deeper, more meaningful relationships How to keep friendships excit...
2024-12-04
1h 00
Unfiltered Entrepreneur by Ashli Pollard - Business Tips for Digital Service Based Founders and Agencies
STELLA STEPHANOPOULOS ON THE IMPORTANCE OF WELLNESS AND SELF CARE
How do you stay true to yourself in your business? Today, I’m sitting down with Stella Stephanopoulos, the visionary behind the 'Everyday Endorphins' movement and podcast, to discuss how being true to ourselves only strengthens what we offer to our businesses. We go over Stella's journey from starting a fitness blog inspired by her own mental and physical health journey to creating a wellness-focused podcast that champions mental health, movement, and creating real-life connections. Stella's dedication to bringing her whole self to her work is like no other, and it has fostered not only her own growth but al...
2024-05-06
50 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #122: The Psychology of Game Design and Building a Fitness Entertainment Brand with Andy Hoang and Inessa Karlinsky, Founder and CEO & CMO of Aviron Interactive
Aviron Interactive is a rowing machine that utilizes gaming psychology to drive motivation and consistency, designed to make workouts fun for their users. Founder & CEO Andy Hoang, and CMO, Inessa Karlinsky, sat down with Stella Stephanopoulos on the podcast this week to chat about: Andy & Inessa's personal backgrounds in fitness, sports, and entrepreneurship Why gamification is becoming a trend in sports + fitness, and the future of fitness entertainment How game design can help us reconnect to the joy in exercise Lessons learned from entrepreneurship in gaining trust and pivoting when things don't go as expected How Andy & Inessa...
2024-03-07
47 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #118: How To Use Human Design To Live In Alignment With Your Authentic Self with Emma Dunwoody, Founder of Transformational Human Design and Human Behavioral Specialist
This week Emma Dunwoody, Human Design Coach, Author, and Host of The Human Design Podcast, sat down with Stella Stephanopoulos to explore: Foundations of Human Design and a breakdown of each profile/archetype How to understand your energetic blueprint using Human Design What it means to live in alignment and express your authentic self Strategies for releasing resistance to tap into flow state for manifesting Tips for building greater trust within yourself and allowing your intuition to guide you What brings Emma endorphins
2024-01-17
47 min
Theory and Practice
20 | Stella Stephanopoulos, Founder of Everyday Endorphins: Surrendering to the Unknown
In this week's episode, Stella Stephanopoulos, founder of the popular podcast, Everyday Endorphins, joins the pod! Everyday Endorphins is a mental health and happiness podcast with experts and wellness enthusiasts. In this episode, Stella shares the origin story of EE, how it's evolved, the future of the brand, and more! Topics Discussed: Stella’s WHY for Everyday Endorphins About Stella Why it’s cool to have a hobby or side-hustle and your 9-5 Stella’s journey as a side hustle girlie The story of Everyday Endorphins from IG account to Podcast Why Stella...
2024-01-12
41 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #115: How Somatic Experiences Regulate The Nervous System with Ali Kates, Certified Trauma Coach
Ali Kates, Emotional Health & Certified Trauma Coach, joins Stella Stephanopoulos this week to discuss: Uncovering why emotion is "energy in motion" and how this shows up in our bodies The science of somatic experiencing The difference between "big T and little t" trauma Learning how to hold space for both glimmers + triggers Ali's personal experience struggling with chronic illness and how these moments have informed her therapeutic approach with clients What brings Ali endorphins
2023-11-30
45 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #113: How Our Beliefs Impact Success & Our Ability To Be Magnetic with Amina AlTai, Holistic Leadership & Mindset Coach
The mind is more powerful than you think. This week, Amina AlTai sat down with Stella Stephanopoulos to discuss: How Amina's experience facing burnout impacted her physical health What it means to approach leadership + mindset coaching from a holistic perspective, and how Amina's life experiences influenced this perspective The importance of diving deeper into our belief systems to manifest the lives we want Steps towards becoming more magnetic in your career + life How to develop a "self-care" mindset when building a career The importance of creating a "minimum viable wellness plan" What brings Amina endorphins
2023-11-02
40 min
Solace and the City
EP139: STELLA STEPHANOPOULOS - Philosophy on Love and Live from Two Greek Girls
This week I have the pleasure of sharing a conversation with my amazing friend and fellow podcaster, Stella Stephanopoulos. My friendship with Stella was kismet, and I feel so incredibly lucky to have her in my life. Stella's unparalleled maturity is deceiving, because she is actually four years younger than I am (and five the wiser). For this reason, Stella and I decided to record an episode where we could discuss the lessons I would give to my 23-year-old self. The topics we covered stemmed from our opinions on love, life, success, and friendship. To learn more about Stella and...
2023-05-15
55 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #87- The Wellness in Weighted Pressure with Marina Khidekel, Founder of Hugimals, Former Chief Content Officer at Thrive Global
There's nothing more calming than the feeling of a big bear hug or cuddling with your favorite blanket, and there's a science behind that. This week I had the chance to sit down with Marina Khidekel, founder of Hugimals World, which is a collection of weighted stuffed animals to help you live with less stress and more joy. Marina previously had a career as a health and wellness journalist, and formerly worked at Thrive Global as the Chief Content Officer. In this episode, Marina shares her perspective on how the coverage of mental health / wellness in the media landscape...
2022-12-01
54 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #86- The Future of the Functional Beverage Industry with Craig (Lewie) Lewis and Miles McKirdy, Co-Founders of Flyers Cocktail Co.
Are you #cannabiscurious? Check out this episode with co-founders of Flyers Cocktail Co, the world's most awarded sparkling non-alcoholic CBD cocktails, to learn more about the benefits of CBD as it pertains to health and wellness. In this interview, Miles and Lewie share their inspiration for starting Flyers, how they predict the functional beverage industry will grow over the next 2-5 years, and what brings them joy, happiness, and endorphins in daily living.
2022-11-17
38 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #85- On Identity, Individuality, and Other Mental Health Challenges as a Professional Athlete with Tyra Gittens, Olympic Long Jump Finalist
This week I sat down with Tyra Gittens, Olympian representing Trinidad and Tobago, on how to stay true to yourself when in a competitive and demanding sport, and other mental health challenges that come with being a professional athlete. With great recognition as an Olympian comes great challenges, and in this episode, Tyra chats about her experience feeling burnt out by athletics, what she does now to take care of her mental health, and the importance of taking the time to form an identity outside of your sport when competing at an elite level.
2022-11-03
40 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #84- The Paradox of Loneliness and Celebrating Innovation in the Alcohol-Free Space with Julia Bainbridge, James Beard Award-nominated Writer, Good Drinks Author
This week I am thrilled to have writer, editor, and thought leader Julia Bainbridge, onto the podcast. Julia is the author of Good Drinks, a book that celebrates innovation in the non-alcohol space, and is also a recipient of the Research Society on Alcoholism's Media Award (2021). She was featured as one of Food & Wine magazine's 25 first-ever “Game Changers” for being "a pivotal voice in normalizing not drinking alcohol" and hosts a podcast called The Lonely Hour to explore social disconnection and other forms of loneliness. In this episode, Julia and I chat about the non-alcohol space, social connection, and maki...
2022-10-20
1h 01
Everyday Endorphins
EP #83- Revisiting Our Relationship to Alcohol with Brianda Gonzalez, Founder of The New Bar, an Alcohol-Free Discovery Platform
What is an alcohol-free discovery platform, and how can we slowly begin to re-evaluate our own relationship to alcohol? Check out this week's interview with Brianda Gonzalez, founder of The New Bar, to learn more about how The New Bar is creating the space for alcohol-free exploration. In this episode, Brianda and I discuss her inspiration to start The New Bar, the biggest challenges she's faced in the non-alcohol space, how she defines health / wellness, and what brings her endorphins.
2022-10-06
51 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #82- Isaac Boots on Happiness, Overcoming Hardship, and Building a Fitness Empire, Celebrity Fitness Trainer & Founder of Torch'd
This week I'm thrilled to have celebrity fitness trainer, Isaac Boots, onto the podcast to discuss all things related to happiness, overcoming hardship, and building a fitness empire. Isaac is the founder of Torch'd, which is a vigorous flow of body resistance, dance conditioning and intense targeted repetition to fire up and transform your body. In this episode, Isaac and I chat about his inspiration to develop Torch'd, the relationship between exercise and endorphins, how he overcame challenges during childhood, the importance of staying true to yourself, and ultimately, what brings him endorphins.
2022-09-22
56 min
Loving Wellness
18. Finding Endorphins and Navigating Your Twenties with Stella Stephanopoulos, Host of the Everyday Endorphins Podcast
In today's episode, I'm talking to fellow podcast host, Stella Stephanopoulos. Stella is the host of a mental health podcast called Everyday Endorphins which discusses the importance of finding happiness / endorphins in daily life. Throughout her episodes, Stella aims to inspire her listeners to feel empowered to take ahold of their wellbeing by focusing on the small moments that bring joy. She's also hosted various wellness and live podcast events throughout NYC, and is a yoga instructor at CorePower. In this episode, we cover a wide range of topics, including: preventative mental health navigating your twenties ...
2022-09-14
1h 09
Everyday Endorphins
EP #81- The Power of Building Community and The Influencer Economy with Patrick Janelle, "AGuyNamedPatrick," Founder of Untitled Secret
This week I'm thrilled to have my friend and neighbor, Patrick Janelle, on the podcast to discuss the power in creating community, and the experience of being an influencer. In this episode, Patrick shares his perspective on the culture of the influencer economy, and the relationship between wellness, happiness, and building community. We also chat about Patrick's favorite wellness spots in NYC, how he stays healthy, and what brings Patrick endorphins.
2022-09-08
57 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #80- The Endorphins in Practicing Yoga with Amina Taha, Alo Yoga Instructor
This week I had the pleasure of chatting with Amina Taha, Alo Yoga instructor and founder of The Amina Taha Method. In our interview, Amina and I talk about the science of flexibility, how Amina developed a passion for yoga, and ways to translate the lessons of yoga off the mat. On September 10th, Amina and I are hosting a live podcast event and rooftop yoga class at Alo Yoga in New York City. Details for the event are linked here - make sure to secure your spot by purchasing tickets on Mindbody. Hope to see you all there!
2022-08-25
52 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #79- A Conversation on Men's Mental Health, Fashion, and Creativity with Kyle Hodge, Associate Commerce Director at GQ Magazine
This week I had the honor of chatting with Kyle Hodge, Associate Commerce Director at GQ Magazine, about the intersection between streetwear, creativity and happiness, and the portrayal of men's mental health at GQ. In this episode, Kyle shares his journey into fashion / journalism, what the future of streetwear looks like, why its important to normalize conversations around mental health (especially as a man), and how he takes care of himself.
2022-07-28
43 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #78- Dream Psychology and The Path Towards Individuation with Steven Kampmann, Founder of The Dreams Course
A few months ago, I took an intensive 10 week course on dream psychology, where I learned about why we dream, the value of bringing awareness towards our dreams, and how the process of analyzing our dreams can help us achieve an individuated path. During this episode, I sit down with Steven Kampann, host of The Dreams Course Podcast, to share my most valuable takeaways from our time together, and discuss the power of our dreams.
2022-07-21
48 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #77- Using Precision Neuroscience to Develop Personalized Stress Management Techniques with Dr. Katherine Grill, Founder of Neolth
This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Katherine Grill, Forbes 30 under 30 and Founder of Neolth, which is a technology company that provides stress and mental health support to students by delivering on-demand, personalized care via a self-guided platform. In this episode, Dr. Grill breaks down the field of precision neuroscience and the future of personalized mental health. We also discuss the different types of trauma-informed therapy and ways to regulate our stress response.
2022-07-14
50 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #76- Wellness in Web 3.0: A New Digital Age of Health with Parker Jay-Pachirat, Founding Member of BoysClub
Where does Wellness intersect with Web 3.0? Hear from Parker Jay-Pachirat, Founding Member of BoysClub and Head of Community at FinTech Collective's DeFi Fund, on how wellness brands are engaging with the crypto / NFT space. In this interview, Parker and I discuss her experience entering the world of crypto and how BoysClub is helping provide crypto literacy to women and non-binary individuals. We also examine how web 3.0 may transform the ways we engage with wellness practices, and potential applications of crypto for wellness brands.
2022-07-07
54 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #75- The Art of Jin Shin and Japanese Healing with Alexis Brink, President of The Jin Shin Institute
This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Alexis Brink, President of The Jin Shin Institute, about Jin Shin and Eastern healing modalities. In this episode, Alexis shares the basics of Jin Shin, how the practice compares with other therapies like Reiki and Acupressure, and why Jin Shin is closely linked to self care.
2022-06-30
48 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #74- Scoliosis, Modeling, and Mental Health, with Skye Daru, Gucci Model and Recording Artist
In honor of Scoliosis Awareness Month, I had the pleasure of bringing Skye Daru onto the podcast to discuss how her experience with scoliosis straightened her out for good (check out her Ted Talk here), and how dealing with an intense health issue shaped her mindset and impacted her mental health. Skye is not only a scoliosis advocate and speaker, but she is also an analyst at Accenture, recording artist, model (where she walked the Gucci runway), and host of the Still Loading podcast. In this episode, Skye and I chat about her background and diverse interests from art/music...
2022-06-23
53 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #73- Brain Food: The Basics of Nutritional Psychiatry with Elizabeth Gunner, Registered Dietitian
You are (metaphorically) what you eat according to Nutritional Psychiatry, which is a field of science dedicated to studying how the foods we consume impacts how we feel emotionally. This week I chatted with Elizabeth Gunner, Registered Dietitian and incoming student to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, to discuss the basics of nutritional psychiatry, how our gut and brain communicates with one another, and types of food we can eat to support a healthy microbiome and promote better mood.
2022-06-16
47 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #72 - The Pursuit of Work-Life Integration with Jennifer Jeronimo, CEO Gaingels & Former Executive Director at JP Morgan
We've all heard the phrase: "work smart, not hard" and this week I had the pleasure of bringing Jennifer Jeronimo onto the podcast to share ways shes learned to work smarter, and not harder. Jennifer is the CEO of Gaingels Inc, the service company of Gaingels which is one of the leading LGBTQIA+/Allies private investment syndicates. Prior to Gaingels, Jennifer worked in the finance / banking industry as an Executive Director at JP Morgan. In this episode, Jennifer shares tips on how to integrate our work and lives together, and why taking care of ourselves shouldn't be seen as something to...
2022-06-09
49 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #71 - The Future of Sustainability and Wellness with Chloe Songer & Stuart Ahlum, Co-Founders of Thousand Fell
This week I had the chance to chat with Thousand Fell co-founders Chloe Songer & Stuart Ahlum on all things related to sustainability, entrepreneurship, and wellness. In this episode, we talk about what circularity is and why its essential to achieving sustainability, and how their experience working in retail in Asia ignited their inspiration to launch TF and their newest business SuperCircle. Chloe & Stuart also share their perspective on the link between wellness and sustainability, and discuss certain practices they incorporate in their routine to live a more sustainable life.
2022-06-02
52 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #70- Career Advice for Young Professionals with Kristy Hurt, Executive Recruiter & HR Consultant
Struggling to find meaning in your career or navigate the transition into the working world? This week I had the chance to speak with Kristy Hurt, HR Executive and founder of the Co-Lab, about the relationship between our happiness and feelings of satisfacion in our work. Kristy shares valuable career advice for young professionals, including the best practices for recruiting, ways to acheive an optimal work-life balance, and how to derive meaning from a job that you may find disatisying or unfulfilling. Make sure to follow Kristy here and stay updated on the Co-Lab here.
2022-05-26
54 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #69- The Wellness in Skin Care, Beauty, and Other Life Advice with Koni Manis, Art Director at Coty
This week I had the pleasure of bringing Koni Manis onto the podcast to discuss all things related to wellness, skincare, and beauty. Koni is an Art Director at Coty, which is a global beauty company making cosmetic, skin, fragrance & hair brands. In this episode, Koni talks about how she got started in the creative space and how she is seeing brands communicate wellness to consumers through her work. She also shares best practices in her wellness and skincare routine, and as someone who is exactly four years older than myself, Koni provides a little bit of life advice she...
2022-05-19
48 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #68 - Meditation Misconceptions & Corporate Wellness with Cassandra Bianco, Meditation Teacher and Founder of Wellbeings
This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Cassandra Bianco, meditation instructor and founder of Wellbeings, on the misconcpetions around the practice of meditation and the lifestyle of a meditation teacher. Cassandra was featured in the NY Times as a figure merging modern neuroscience with ancient Tibetan techniques through founding Wellbeings, which is a corporate wellness company. We chatted about how Wellbeings is dedicated to bringing wellness practices into the workplace, and the importance of cultivating mindfulness in a work environment.
2022-05-12
59 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #67- The Psychology of Attachment Styles with Marni Low, NYS Licensed Therapist
This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Marni Low, NYS Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, on the psychology of attachment theory. In this episode, Marni and I discuss the different types of attachment styles, and how to use knowledge around attachment theory to better understand the way we make decisions, our patterns of behavior, and the roles we play in our relationships.
2022-05-05
51 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #66- Nigel Roxbury on Mental Health, The Creative Process, and NYC History
This week I had the pleasure of speaking with TikTok creator and musician Nigel Roxbury on taking care of his mental health, creativity, and historical spots in New York City. In this interview, Nigel talks about his own challenges with mental health as a former collegiate athlete, and the difficulties of navigating New York as a young adult. We also talk about best practices for engaging in the creative process, and how Nigel got started on TikTok. Stay tuned at the end of our interview where Nigel shares some of his favorite spots in New York City and NYC's...
2022-04-28
54 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #65- Wellness Trends From "Try Living with Lucie," with Lucie Fink, Video Creator and Entrepreneur
This week I had the pleasure of having one of my favorite video creators, Lucie Fink, come onto the show. Lucie formerly ran her own video series at Refinery29 called Try Living with Lucie, where she challenged herself to try a new wellness habit for five days. In this interview, Lucie and I talk all about the different experiences she tried, what's stuck to this day, and how she incorporates wellness into her day to day as a new mother.
2022-04-21
1h 00
Everyday Endorphins
EP #64- Redefining Self Care with Jen Lauren, Podcast Host and Content Creator
This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Jen Lauren, content creator and podcast host of Dare to Self Care, on ways we can redefine self-care. In this episode, Jen shares her perspective on how wellness is portrayed by social media as someone who works in the industry, and also discusses the importance of debunking misconceptions around self-care. Jen also chats about the nuances of wellness, and emphasizes the importance of trying different wellness practices and keeping an open mind when it comes to finding what works best for you.
2022-04-14
51 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #63- A Comedian's Craft: The Art of Humor and Endorphins with Ellen Karis, Stand-Up Comedian and Actress
What better way to spark endorphins than by making others laugh? This week is dedicated to discussing the relationship between humor, happiness, and mental health, and I had the honor of bringing Stand-Up Comedian and Actress Ellen Karis, otherwise known as the "Greek Goddess of Comedy," onto the podcast to chat all things comedy. Ellen has performed stand-up all over North America and has a new special coming out on "Dry Bar Comedy." She was also in Tina Fey's movie "Sisters" and plays a waitress on "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" for the last 3 season. Make sure to c...
2022-04-07
1h 00
Everyday Endorphins
EP #62- Wim Hof Breathing and Psychedelic Experiences with Avi Greenberg, Corporate Wellness Advisor
Today's episode dives deep into the power of the Wim Hof method and how the process of regulating our breath can deeply impact our health. Hear from Avi Greenberg, Certified Wim Hof Instructor, on how his passions for health and wellness evolved throughout his life, how he prepared himself for a psychedelic experience in Peru and what it taught him, and how we can apply Wim Hof techniques into our own lives.
2022-03-31
1h 05
Everyday Endorphins
EP #61- Life Advice on Navigating Young Adulthood with Dr. Robi Ludwig, Nationally Known Psychotherapist
This week I am honored to have Dr. Robi Ludwig, nationally known psychotherapist and award winning reporter, on the podcast to discuss the misconceptions of young adulthood and life in your 20s. We chat about how although this decade is often glamorized, the reality of life in our 20s is difficult. Dr. Ludwig shares what it means to trust the process, how to utilize pain in a productive way to propel us forward, and offers her own pieces of wisdom on the importance of mentors and learning from others.
2022-03-24
41 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #60- Serving the Sober Community: Alcoholism and Mental Health with Lily Geiger, Founder of Figlia
This week I had the pleasure of chatting with Lily Geiger, founder of the non-alcoholic aperitivo brand Figlia, on the relationship between alcohol and mental health. In this interview, Lily and I explore our own relationship to alcohol and discuss college drinking culture. We also talk about the challenges of building a brand, and how Lily's experience growing up with an alcoholic parent informed her perspective on the relationship between alcohol and mental health.
2022-03-17
52 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #59- Why We Need Mental Health in Education with Khandker Ahamed, Founder of Kids Ivy Tutor
This week I am honored to have Khandker Ahamed on the podcast to discuss the power of bringing social-emotional learning and mental health education into the school system. Khandker is the founder of Kids Ivy Tutors, which is an educational nonprofit that aims to teach the future of work by connecting passion, mentorship, and 21st-century skills and sponsored in-demand skills courses free of charge. He has been recognized by many organizations, including Forbes 30 under 30, Bloomberg, and most recently listed as Forbes Next 1000.
2022-03-10
43 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #58- Lessons Learned: Dating in NYC with Ariana Nathani, Host of Drinks First
This week I am thrilled to have Ariana Nathani, host of the podcast Drinks First, come onto the show. In this interview, Ariana talks about the inspiration behind Drinks First, navigating the NYC dating scene, lessons learned dating in a post-grad world, and the differences in how our generation approaches conversations around dating and relationships.
2022-03-03
48 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #57- Humanizing Your 20s and The Power of Social Entrepreneurship with Erica Wenger, Founding Teammate at MadeFor
This week I brought on Erica Wenger to discuss humanizing your 20s, finding your purpose, and the power of social entrepreneurship. Erica is a speaker with TedX, where she gave a talk on how social entrepreneurship will change the world. She also is the host of DearTwentySomething, a podcast that interviews inspiring women on how they navigated their 20s and what led them to their success in life. Most recently, Erica became a founding member at MadeFor, which is a neuroscience-backed wellness program that helps empower you to make better habits to lead a healthier life.
2022-02-24
55 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #56- The Pippins: Destigmatizing The Conversation on Mental Health with Brigitte and Chris Norton, CEO Equinox Hotels
This week I had the privilege of speaking with Brigitte and Chris Norton, parents to the late artist Charles Norton. The Norton family orchestrated an exhibit at the High Line Nine to profile Charles' work called "The Pippins: Dilemma of Colors" which features a collection of approximately 57 Pippin drawings and 21 corresponding poems, each featuring a satirical character known as a Pippin. Charles battled with severe depression and mental health issues leading to his death in July 2019 at 24 years old. Despite his young age, Charles left his family with a prolific body of work including drawings, illustrations, sketches, p...
2022-02-17
56 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #55- How Our Relationships Affect Our Mental Health with Ilana Dunn, Host of Seeing Other People
Dating in the real world can be a challenging change of pace after college, and this week's interview with Ilana Dunn is dedicated to discussing how to navigate struggles in the post-grad dating scene. Ilana is the host of Seeing Other People, which is a podcast about modern dating that helps listeners feel less alone in their dating lives. Prior to starting her podcast, Ilana worked in content production at Hinge, was formerly a part of Nick Jonas' management team. In this episode, Ilana and I chat about how to approach dating with a healthier mindse...
2022-02-10
55 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #54- Thursday Dating X HomeExchange: A Spontaneous Dating Exchange with Camille Wyand and Lizzie Frainier
What better way to kick off the month of February by discussing spontaneity, adventure, and relationships. This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Camille Wyand, a strategy consultant based in NYC, and Lizzie Frainier, a writer for The Telegraph, on how they recreated "The Holiday" by swapping lives for a week. This adventure was supported by Thursday Dating and HomeExchange, and in this episode, Camille & Lizzie share what it was like to date in different cities, the value of stepping outside of your comfort zone, and the beauty in going with the flow. Check out L...
2022-02-03
39 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #53- Managing Your Money Post-College with Dina Carkonen, Wealth Management Executive
So you've graduated and you're financially independent...now what? Adulting is hard, but doesn't have to be. This week, I had the chance to sit down with Dina Carkonen, a Wealth Management executive, to talk about how to manage your money post-grad. In this episode, Dina shares some practical advice for saving and spending, how to practice financial wellness, and the relationship between our emotions and the way we engage with money.
2022-01-27
41 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #52- Representation in Rowing with Arshay Cooper, Award-Winning Author of "A Most Beautiful Thing"
This week I had the pleasure of sitting down with Arshay Cooper, Award-Winning Author and protagonist of "A Most Beautiful Thing" documentary. In this episode, we chat about Arshay's experience as a founding member of the first all-Black high-school rowing team, what it was like for him growing up in the West Side of Chicago in the 90s, the importance of representation in rowing, and how the sport has advanced his life.
2022-01-20
52 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #51- A Rapper's Story: The Power of Music and Mental Health with Hugh Lee, Emmy-Nominated Rapper
This week I'm so thrilled to share my interview with Emmy-Nominated Rapper Hugh Lee. In this episode, Hugh and I talk all about the creative process of producing music, the relationship between mental health and music, and how Hugh's childhood experiences growing up in the West Side of Chicago shaped his perspectives on health and wellness, and inspired him to launch a career in rap.
2022-01-13
53 min
shy & salty
06. shy & salty about endorphins (ft. stella stephanopoulos)
nikki & ria are joined by stella stephanopoulos, consultant, yoga instructor, & podcaster! she hosts the podcast everyday endorphins to teach listeners how to uncover the mind-body connection & spark happiness in day-to-day life. they talk about the transition from college to real-life (well, pandemic version real-life), stella’s passion for yoga, & ways you can boost your endorphins! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shysalty/support
2022-01-11
40 min
Solace and the City
EP108: STELLA STEPHANOPOULOS - Feeling 2022
Who here made some New Year’s intentions? (That’s right — not resolutions!) This week I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with my dear friend and fellow podcaster Stella Stephanopoulos. We talk about what we learned in the past year, what we want to leave behind, and what we want to bring into 2022! Stella is wise beyond her years, so be sure to take a listen to this episode, as there is so much to be gained! And be sure to check out Stella’s awesome podcast “Everyday Endorphins” wherever you listen to your podcasts! --- Support this podcast: https://podc...
2022-01-11
1h 06
Everyday Endorphins
EP #50- Jack Carlson on Building the Rowing Blazers Brand
What better way to start the New Year with the launch of our 50th episode featuring the one and only, Dr. Jack Carlson. Jack is the Founder, CEO, and Creative Director of Rowing Blazers, an authentic and irreverant apparel company that blends ivy style with vintage streetwear. In this episode, Jack and I talk about his invovlement in rowing as a coxswain at Georgetown, the inspiration behind the Rowing Blazers book and how it evolved into the brand, the challenges he's faced as an entrepreneuer, and his passions for health and wellness.
2022-01-06
58 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #49 - Body Image in the Entertainment Industry, Self-Compassion, and Channeling Your Inner Child with Jackie Emerson, Actress and Producer
This week I had the pleasure of bringing Jackie Emerson onto the podcast. Chances are you know her from The Hunger Games, or maybe from her Ted Talk, "Hold Onto Your Inner Child." In this episode, Jackie and I talk all about the pressures placed on actors around body image, the challenges Jackie faced around self-acceptance and body confidence when cast in The Hunger Games, and the importance of finding ways to ignite your inner child.
2021-12-16
50 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #48- Applying Astrology to Your Life with Charlyn Moss, Founder of the Working Within Podcast
This week I sat down with my friend Charlyn Moss, founder of the Working Within podcast, to talk about astrology as a form of self-care. In this episode, Charlyn debunks astrology myths and discusses how the practice can be used as a tool to develop greater introspection and ultimately, empower oneself to make better choices.
2021-12-09
41 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #47- What We Can Learn About Death with Sashka Rothchild, Founder of Flowt
Why is talking about death so taboo, and what can we learn from creating space to have conversations around death and loss? Hear from Sashka Rothchild, CEO and Founder of Flowt, share why its important to talk about death, how we can normalize these conversations, and how her journey with grief has empowered her to master the art of transitions.
2021-12-02
55 min
Everyday Endorphins
Ep #46- Body Confidence as a Curve Model with Ella Halikas, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model
Ella Halikas is a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model and entrepreneur, advocating for body positivity one shoot at a time. In this episode, Ella and I sat down to chat all about the power of manifesting her dream gig, how she has built her own confidence over the years, and the importance of inclusivity in modeling.
2021-11-18
42 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP #45- Procrastination, Perfectionsim, and Burnout with Dr. Sirois, Researcher at The University of Sheffield
What is procrastination, and why do we tend to do it so much? This week I sat down with Dr. Sirois to chat about how procrastination is ultimately an emotional self-regulation failure, the misconceptions around procrastinating, how we can learn to procrastinate less, and the roles that perfectonism and self-compassion play in procrastination tendencies. Dr. Sirois is a researcher at the University of Sheffiled, and her research focuses on the factors that create risk and resilience for health and wellbeing.
2021-11-11
38 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#44- Financial Wellness: Why You Should Start Investing with Eve Halimi & Anam Lakhani, Co-Founders of Alinea
When we talk about wellness, we often think of things we can do to support our physical or emotional wellness, like going to the gym or seeking therapy. But what about actions we can take to strengthen our financial wellness? This week, I had the pleasure of bringing Anam Lakhani and Eve Halimi, co-founders of Alinea Invest, to discuss the concept of financial health, share the role that investing plays in becoming financially independent and how you can invest with the Alinea app, and how they navigated the challenges that come with being an entrepreneur.
2021-11-04
30 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#43- Biohacking and Fitness with Johnny Tieu, Nike Trainer and Fitness Consultant
What is biohacking, and how can we apply the practice towards optimizing our health? This week, Johnny Tieu, my final guest for the #BaliSeries, came onto the podcast to discuss everything related to biohacking and his love for fitness. As a Nike Trainer and Fitness Consultant, Johnny has travelled all across the world as a Spartan Pro Team athlete, and is now based in Bali where he works with clients to optimize their fitness goals and consults with brands to test fitness products.
2021-10-28
43 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#42- A Conversation on Athletics and Coaching with Joe Sirianni, Former Professional Australian Tennis Player
This week I had the pleasure of chatting with Joe Sirianni during my Bali adventures on his love for competing and coaching tennis. Joe is a former professional tennis player from Melbourne, Australia. He began playing professionally in 1996, where he’s competed in the Australian Open on five separate occasions, and at the height of his career, he achieved the singles World Rank 138. Joe retired from the sport in 2011, and over the past 10 years, he has been coaching young professional tennis players all across the globe.
2021-10-21
39 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#41- Don't Sweat The Small Stuff: On Grief and Loss with Kristine Carlson, NY Times Bestselling Author
This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Kristine Carlson. Kristine is a New York Times bestselling author and renowned speaker recognized worldwide for the global success of The Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff book series she co-authored with her late husband Dr. Richard Carlson. Her latest book, Heartbroken Open, a life-changing memoir, has become a Lifetime Television biopic starring Heather Locklear. Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff: The Kristine Carlson Story will premiere on the network on October 16. In this episode, we chat about Kristine's upcoming Lifetime film, her experience with loss, and how to lean...
2021-10-14
49 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#40- The Wellness in Giving with Surayah Ryha, Co-Founder of Project Child Indonesia
This week I spoke with a dear friend and former yoga teacher training peer, Surayah (Ayya) Ryha. Ayya is the co-founder of Project Child Indonesia, a community-based NGO that works to alleviate poverty in the coastal and riverside communities of Indonesia. Their vision is for every child in Indonesia to have the opportunity to learn, to have a healthy life, and to feel supported and secure in a clean living environment that is prepared for natural disasters. In this episode, we chat about Project Child's origin story, how to cultivate a giving mindset, and how giving back to others...
2021-10-07
43 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#39- Designing Your Home for Enhanced Wellbeing with Faraj Achmad Mahfud, Renowned Indonesian Architect
Ever wondered some ways you can design your home to optimize wellbeing? This week I chatted by Faraj (Zack) Achmad Mafud, Renowned Indonesian Architect, on the relationship between a comfortable living environment and mental health. Zack received his Bachelors in Civil Engineering, a Masters in Business, and also academic training in Architectural and Interior Design studies. In this episode, we talk about Zack's process to build client relations, the intimate nature of what it takes to create a home, what tools to we can utilize to optimize a comfortable living space, and some tips and tricks to c...
2021-09-30
32 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#38- Utilizing Happiness to Ensure Responsible AI with Mo Gawdat, Former Chief Business Officer Google [X] and Renowned Author
What's happiness got to do with artificial intelligence? More than you may think. This week I had the honor of speaking with Mo Gawdat, Former Chief Business Officer at Google [X] and Renowned Author in Happiness Research and Artificial Intelligence. His upcoming book, Scary Smart, releasing on September 30th, discusses how the very essence of what makes us human is what will save humanity in the age of AI. In this episode, we chat about how living a life full of meaning and happiness can shape AI for the better, and why its our responsibility to "raise"...
2021-09-28
52 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#37- A Guide to Ayurvedic Living with Marieke Kouwenhoven, Ayurvedic Practitioner
This week I chatted with Marieke Kouwenhoven, Ayurvedic Practitioner and International Yoga Teacher. Marieke works with clients to help them adopt Ayurvedic practices into their life and guide others into living their fullest potential. In this episode, you'll hear a glimpse of the Ayurvedic lecture I attended during my yoga teacher training program in Bali. Over the next 40 minutes, listen to Marieke break down the essence of Ayurveda, discuss ways to understand our own energetic qualities, and explore how we can use the practice of Ayurveda to empower ourselves in making healthy choices.
2021-09-23
38 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#36- Life as a Professional Surfer with Ivan Villalba, Founder of Elite Surf Coaching
This week I interviewed Ivan Villalba, who is the founder of Elite Surf Coaching. As a former professional surfer himself, Ivan has competed all across the world, from Hawaii, to Australia, to Europe, and helps other surfers master their performance. In this episode, Ivan and I chat about his passion for the sport, the challenges he faced to achieve his level of performance, and what motivated him to start his own surf coaching company. You can follow Elite Surf Coaching on Instagram and Youtube
2021-09-16
32 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#35- Pain, Mindfulness, and The Power of Breath with Sean Goldberg, Australian Physiotherapist
Everyday Endorphins is back! After 6 weeks in Bali and 200 hours of training, I am excited to share that I'm officially a certified yoga instructor! This marks the first episode of the Bali Series, where I will be interviewing people I met while in Indonesia. To kick off the show, I brought Sean Goldberg, an Australian Physiotherapist, to chat about pain, the roles mindfulness and breathwork play in emotional regulation, and how our emotions are stored in our body. Sean is also a yoga instructor, and regularly teaches meditation courses, workshops and retreats for people that suffer from...
2021-09-09
39 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#34- What Brings You Endorphins? Friends From College Edition
In the spirit of graduation, I decided to interview 11 of my college friends on what has brought them endorphins this past year, and reflect on the WashU 2021 Commencement Address given by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. From walking to cooking to playing Super Smash Bros, there are multiple activities beyond what we commonly think of, being physical activity and exercise, to spark endorphins and joy in our day-to-day life. Thank you to Katrianna Urrea, Dalia Weinstein, GraceAnne Aldred, Adam Glotzer, Armaan Nallicheri, Andrew Fleck, Alex Levine, Wyatt Williams, Kion Noori, Riley Hager, and Nicole Rabenou.
2021-06-01
16 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#33- How to Become Happier with Dr. Tim Bono, Positive Psychology Professor at Washington University in St. Louis
Dr. Tim Bono is the Assistant Dean in the College of Arts & Sciences and lecturer in the psychological & brain sciences department at Washington University in St. Louis. He is also the author of “Happiness 101: Simple Secrets to Smart Living and Wellbeing.” His teaching and research focuses on positive psychology and college student development. In this episode, Dr. Bono and I chatted about the fundamentals of positive psychology, some misconceptions around the science of wellbeing, and how we can achieve sustainable, long-term happiness by incorporating small behaviors into our day-to-day lives.
2021-05-20
44 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#32- Mindful Psychotherapy & Self-Compassion with Dr. Annie Chanler, Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Chanler is a clinical psychologist-psychoanalyst in private practice in Tribeca, NYC. She specializes in anxiety, enmeshed relationships, and mindful sport psychology, and uses a mindful approach in her treatments. Dr. Chanler supervises and teaches on the interface of spirituality with psychoanalysis, and has published research papers and presented internationally. She also is currently working with Nygridlock, the Women's Pro Ultimate Frisbee Team. In this episode, we discuss Dr. Chanler's unique approach to treatment, the importance of self-compassion, and the nature of enmeshed mother-daughter relationships, which is a core focus to her work.
2021-05-13
37 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#31- The Power of Perseverance: Embrace Pain to Avoid Suffering with Brian Bogert, Human Behavior & Performance Coach
What is life without suffering? Philosophers, psychologists, and writers (think: Victor Frankel) have attempted to understand the meaning and utility behind pain and suffering, and how they interact to build a meaningful life. In this episode, I spoke with Brian Bogert to discuss his philosophy around pain versus suffering, the power of perseverance, and why cultivating grit enables us to be resilient in the face of adversity. We also chatted about goal-setting, the importance of acting with intention, and how to demonstrate leadership in our day-to-day lives. Brian learned the wisdom of resiliency through his o...
2021-05-06
41 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#30- Combatting Social Isolation with Crowdsurf, with Co-Founders Mira Guleri, Serena Davis, and Kyla Windley
Crowdsurf is a social activity planning platform that uses technology to bridge the real world with the tech world. This week, I had the opportunity to chat with co-founders Kyla, Serena, and Mira, students at Harvard and Stanford University, about the origin story of Crowdsurf, and how the app is meant to combat issues of social isolation among Gen-z'ers. The Crowdsurf team also placed as a finalist in Look.Up Live's Innovator Showcase, which is a social venture that supports youth-driven solutions towards tech-life balance.
2021-04-29
32 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#29- A Conversation on Big Tech & Mental Health with Bob Wigley, Author of Born Digital: The Story of a Distracted Generation
We all know that technology is a double-edged sword. Although the creation of online communities can build a sense of unity, research around the effects of social media suggests otherwise. We are becoming divided, and our mental health is plummeting, so it's imperative that we learn how to re-engage with technology mindfully. In this episode, I chatted with Bob Wigley, author of Born Digital, The Story of a Distracted Generation, to discuss the nature of living in this increasingly digital world, and ultimately, the importance of reclaiming our attention so that we can build a healthier relationship t...
2021-04-22
44 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#28- Taking Control of Hormonal Health with Dr. Tolentino, Senior Physician at Parsley Health
This week, I brought former guest Dr. Jaclyn Tolentino onto the podcast to talk about hormonal health and PCOS. Dr. Tolentino is a senior physician at Parsley Health, which is one of the leading telehealth companies in the US that focuses on personalized care and holistic medicine. In this episode, Dr. Tolentino shared some common misconceptions about hormonal health, why understanding our hormones is important for our overall well-being, and how our lifestyle can largely influence our hormonal levels.
2021-04-15
33 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#27- Psychedelics & Yoga Nidra with Caley Alyssa, Astroflow Yoga Teacher & Alo Moves Instructor
This week I had the pleasure of chatting with Caley Alyssa, internationally renowned yoga instructor and entreprenuer. Caley is sponsored by Alo Yoga and has digital content featured on the Alo Moves platform. In this episode, Caley and I chatted about following your gut when making big decisions, the power of psychedelics, and the practice of yoga nidra.
2021-04-08
49 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#26- The Esalen Institute: Human Potential Movement & Holistic Wellness with Esalen Co-Founder Michael Murphy
SPECIAL EPISODE! This week I chatted with Michael Murphy, co-founder of the Esalen Institute. Esalen is a leading retreat center located in Big Sur, California, focused on exploring human potential. Beyond a traditional educational institute, Esalen is a worldwide network of curious individuals looking to explore deeper spiritual possibilities, forge new understandings of self and society, and pioneer new paths for change. In this episode, Michael and I talked about the origin story of Esalen and the Human Potential Movement, its role as a pioneer in holistic wellness, and how we can access our own inner potentials.
2021-04-01
42 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#25- Disarm Your Inner Critic with Ben Schoelzel, Co-Founder of Deep Breath
Our inner critic is the voice inside our head that promotes self doubt and creates catastrophic narratives. That voice can be loud and powerful- don't let it get the best of you. This week, I brought Ben Schoelzel onto the podcast to discuss how we can disarm our inner critic and boost our own self-esteem. Ben is the co-founder of Deep Breath, a digital scientific program targeting low self-esteem in young professionals. Prior to starting his own company, Ben worked as a consultant at Boston Consulting Group based out of their Berlin office. In this episode, we talked about strategies...
2021-03-25
34 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#24- Conquering Work From Home and The Value of Corporate Wellness with Jess Geevarghese, Founder and Chief Wellness Officer of Wellspace TX
Jess Geevarghese is the Founder and Chief Wellness Officer of Wellspace TX, which is a corporate wellness company that works with a variety of clients, from small nonprofits to large companies, to improve their employees wellbeing and foster a better workplace culture. In this episode, Jess and I discuss how to find an optimal work-life balance while we’re all working from home, ways to reduce burnout, and the challenges posed from transitioning out of college into the working world.
2021-03-18
39 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#23- The Future of Health Brands: Caring Beyond Condition with Lars Bengston, Chief Content Officer of Havas Health & You
In a year, the world's entire perception of the healthcare industry has transformed before our eyes. Not only has COVID-19 accelerated digital innovation, but a new paradigm of personalized health is emerging in the industry, challenging health brands to think about the ways in which they communicate with consumers. This week I invited Lars Bengston, Chief Content Officer of Havas Health & You, to talk about how these shifts and cultural whims have impacted the future of healthcare brands. Prior to working at Havas, Lars was Publisher of VICE Media where we oversaw an award-winning body of work a...
2021-03-11
29 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#22- Writing and Mental Health with Kelly Wiesehan, Author of Small Legs Big Teeth: A Prequel of Something Yet to Come
There are hundreds of studies in the field of pyschology that investigate the impact of writing on mental health. This week, I brought Kelly Wiesehan onto the podcast to talk about her own experiences as a writer, and how daily journaling has been a creative and therapeutic outlet for her. Kelly is a senior at Washington University in St. Louis and soon-to-be published author of Small Legs Big Teeth: A Prequel of Something Yet to Come. Small Legs Big Teeth is a modern coming-of-age memoir that chronicles Kelly's adolescence in real-time, drawing from journal entries she's produced since she...
2021-03-04
27 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#21- The Age of Digital Dating with Isabella Vaccaro, Author of Stranger Love: Young People's Stories of Finding Connection Online
Isabella Vaccaro is a senior at the University of Miami and author of Stranger Love: Young People’s Stories of Finding Connection Online, a book that discusses the digital dating world and how to navigate the era of online dating. In this episode, we talked about cultivating a healthy mindset when it comes to dating, how to date with intention, and the importance learning how to stay in the present moment, which can help strengthen our dating lives.
2021-02-25
30 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#20- Sexual Wellness and Boundary Setting with Dr. Chi Amadi, OBGYN
As a mental health advocate and OBGYN, Dr. Chi Amadi has dedicated herself to helping women acheive an understanding of their bodies and strive to be their healthiest. In this episode, Dr. Chi and I talk about the different aspects of sexual wellness and the importance of setting boundaries in establishing healthy relationships. TW: This episode contains content related to sexual harrassment and assault. If you or someone you know needs help, please visit RAINN for further resources.
2021-02-18
31 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#19- Dating in College: Situationships, Relationships, and Everything in Between with Lindsey Metselaar, Founder of We Met at Acme
Lindsey Metselaar is the founder and host of We Met at Acme, a podcast that discusses millenial dating in NYC. In this episode, Lindsey and I chatted about the widespread shift in college dating culture over the past decade. From situationships to relationships and more, we get into the rise of casual flings and the role mental health plays in navigating uncertainty in ambiguous relationships, and normalizing therapy for Genz & millenials.
2021-02-11
28 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#18- Dating as Self Care with Lily Womble, Founder of Date Brazen
Lily Womble is the founder of Date Brazen. As a former matchmaker, Lily pivoted into date coaching, where she helps her clients build a holistic dating strategy based on reflective practices that prioritize their wellness to reduce anxiety and stress in dating. From her own experiences and the stories of her clients, it became clear to Lily that dating is a microcosm of every fear, hope, insecurity that we have in life, and because of this, our well-being plays a crucial role in our dating life. In this episode, Lily and I talk about dating as an...
2021-02-04
29 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#17- Disability Does Not Mean Inability with Eliana Mason, Team USA Goallball Paralympic Athlete
Eliana was diagnosed with glaucoma and cataracts at birth, growing up blind. However, she didn’t let her disability inhibit her from achieving her goals, as she is an athlete and plays on the Paralympic National Women’s Goalball Team representing Team USA. Eliana earned a Bronze Medal at the Rio Paralympic Games in 2016, and is now training for the upcoming Tokyo games. She is also in graduate school studying to become a clinical mental health counselor. In this episode, Eliana and I talked about taking care of your mental health as a competitive athlete, how to empower disabled individuals, and t...
2021-01-28
28 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#16- Holistic Medicine and Gut Health with Dr. Jaclyn Tolentino, Senior Physician at Parsley Health
Dr. Jaclyn Tolentino is a Doctor of Osteopathy and Board Certified Family Physician based in California. She is a Senior Physician at Parsley Health, which is the leading telehealth company specializing in holistic medicine and personalized care. Dr. Tolentino has navigated the health care system as a breast cancer survivor, and is committed to creating opportunities for her patients to make empowered and informed decisions about their own health. She is an advocate for holistic medicine, specializing in hormone optimization, fitness, nutrition, and integrative wellness.
2021-01-21
26 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#15- Chronic Illness & Body Confidence with Gigi Robinson, Content Creator
Gigi Robinson is a digital content producer, photographer, and TikTok creator who shares content about body image, chronic illness advocacy, and visual content tips across her platforms. She is a recent graduate and current masters student at University of Southern California studying Design, Business & Technology. She invites her online community to reach out her to have meaningful conversations and continuously be a resource for all of her followers. In this episode, we talked about Gigi's experience with mental health struggles and chronic illness, and how she uses her passion for photography and her social media platforms to advocate on behalf...
2021-01-14
29 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#14- Demystifying Yoga and Setting Intentions in the New Year with Rachel Deutsch, Yoga Instructor & Actress
Rachel Deutsch is a yoga instructor and actress based in Los Angeles. In this episode, we chatted about common misconceptions of practicing yoga and how the act of setting intentions in yoga can help create better goals and set intentions moving into the New Year.
2021-01-07
25 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#13- Surviving a COVID Semester & Other 2020 Reflections with Taryn Gurbach
This week I spoke with Taryn Gurbach, a sophomore at WashU in St. Louis, on college life during COVID. As 2020 is coming to a close, Taryn and I reflected on these past few months at school, how she's navigated the uncertainty and ambiguity of this semester, and certain routines she's adopted to spark happiness and joy in her life. Taryn is also on the volleyball team at WashU and is the host of her own podcast called The Garyn Turbach Podcast.
2020-12-24
29 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#12- How to Chill The F* Out with Staci Benaroya, LCSW
Sometimes, we really just need to chill the F* out. Life is hard, no matter if you suffer from a mental health diagnosis or not, and we all experience at least some level of daily stress. This week I spoke with Staci Benaroya, otherwise known as the NYC therapist, about techniques we can use to just take a step back and calm down. Staci is a NYC-based Licensed Psychodynamic Therapist, Coach, and Business Owner. As a fellow anxious millennial, Staci is extremely passionate about helping 20-somethings heal through emotional wounds in therapy (@thenyctherapist) and is coaching clients to help them...
2020-12-17
32 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#11- Making Better Choices with Rachel Fawcett, Thrive ZP Star Program Director
As Aristotle said, "Good habits formed at youth make all the difference." While it's certainly great to implement healthy habits and behaviors at a young age, it's never too late to start. This week I spoke with Rachel Fawcett about the power of implementing microsteps and the effect of small choices on improved wellbeing. Rachel is the winner of the Thrive ZP Challenge and is now working at Thrive as the Thrive ZP Star Program Director. Listen to learn more about her ZP challenge journey, and what small steps Rachel took to take ahold of her mental health.
2020-12-10
30 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#10- Finding Balance and Reducing Burnout with Camryn Okere, Founder of Rem and Company
Do you ever look at someone and think, how do they do it all? Those are the exact thoughts that run through my head when I think of Camryn Okere. Camryn recently graduated from Washington University in St. Louis in 2020, where she studied leadership, strategic management, and design. She is now working full-time at Mastercard and is also the founder of Rem and Company, a social impact initiative that offers free consulting services to small buisnesses impacted by COVID-19. In this episode, we discuss challenges Camryn has faced as an entreprenuer, what energizes and motivates her to keep a positive m...
2020-12-03
32 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#9- Flow, Mindfulness, and Making Purposeful Decisions with Julia Colangelo, LCSW, Therapist, and Flow Researcher
What is flow, and how can we tap into flow-like states of being? What are some strategies we can adopt to make better decisions to lead a more purposeful life? These are just some of the many questions Julia and I discuss in this interview. Dr. Julia Colangelo is a licensed social worker, coach, consultant, and flow researcher based out of New York City. In her work, Julia helps driven professionals unlock their purpose using flow and mindfulness strategies so they can have the impact they want. She also teaches how to develop a step-by-step action plan to achieve...
2020-11-19
38 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#8- Antiracism and Mental Health with Katara McCarty, Founder of EXHALE
This week, I spoke with Katara McCarty to discuss antiracism and mental health. In the Black community, mental health issues are often compounded by the psychological stress of systemic racism. As a result, Black adults are 20% more likely to report serious psychological distress than white adults (because of oppression, systematic racism and other factors at work). What’s more, seeking mental health care is stigmatized, and just one in three Black Americans who struggle with mental health issues will ever receive appropriate treatment – despite being affected at the same rate as their white counterparts. Katara is a sought-after coach, author, and...
2020-11-12
54 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#7- Mindfulness Beyond Meditation with Erik Dane, Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior and Researcher at Washington University in St. Louis
A few weeks ago, I finished taking a course titled Mindfulness in the Workplace, taught by professor Erik Dane. In this class, we learned about the concept of mindfulness, and how it can foster performance in the workplace and improve the quality of workers' lives. Throughout our class sessions, we were challenged to engage in different mindful strategies with the goal of enriching attention-related skills and applying the practice of mindfulness to everyday life. Erik is an associate professor of organizational behavior at WashU In St. Louis. In addition to his teaching, Dr. Dane studies managerial cognition. Th...
2020-11-05
42 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#6- The Hype Woman You Didn't Know You Needed with Jenna Todey, Entrepreneur and Women's Empowerment Coach
Jenna is an entrepreneur, founder, and women's empowerment coach. Through her coaching program, she guides women back to themselves and into their worth. While running her fashion agency, Kindly Coveted, she began building a blueprint for how to become the woman and founder of her dreams, which led her to discover her true mission of guiding women to do the same.
2020-10-29
38 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#5- Empowering Youth through Yoga with Lara Benusis, Founder of Namasteens and Doctoral Student at Columbia University
Lara Benusis is a yoga instructor, researcher, and mental health advocate. As the Founder and Creative Director of Namasteens, Lara has worked to develop an experiential and informed curriculum of children’s yoga with an emphasis on developmentally appropriate educational creative programs. Lara previously taught at Equinox, Pure Yoga, and House of Jai in New York City, and was certified to teach since 1996, being one of the youngest certified yoga teachers in the world. Lara's work has led her to teach and conduct research all over the world, from New York City to Tokyo. She was also the Manager of Yo...
2020-10-22
56 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#4- So You Became A Buddhist Monk? with Patrick Tulaphorn, Student at Washington University in St. Louis
When Patrick was a senior in high school, he studied to become a Buddhist monk. This week, I sat down with my friend to chat about the unique experience of studying at the Temple so that he could become ordained and practice Buddhism as a monk during his senior year Spring Break. Hear about his experience as a monk, and how that year transformed his perspective on mindfulness meditation.
2020-10-15
45 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#3- Ari's Yoga Journey: A Self Discovery of Practicing Yoga in College
Hear from Arielle Calem to learn more about her love for the practice of yoga, and how being stuck at home during quarantine inspired her creation of "Ari's Yoga Journey," an Instagram account documenting her daily yoga practices. We chatted about the physical and mental benefits of yoga, and how yoga and meditation can help students overcome the daily stresses and challenges of life in college.
2020-10-08
42 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#2- A Conversation on Intuitive Eating in College with Brenna O'Malley, R.D. and Founder of The Wellful
Welcome back! This week I had the pleasure to speak with a friend of mine, Brenna O'Malley. Brenna is a registered dietician and founder of the mindful health brand and virtual private practice, The Wellful. Brenna specializes in helping people move away from dieting and disordered eating patterns to develop a healthy relationship with food and their body. She is passionate about changing the language we use to talk about nutrition & health in the media, online and in food marketing.
2020-10-01
51 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#1- Rowing and Resilience with Keziah Beall, Elite Athlete and US National Team Hopeful
Welcome to the first episode of my podcast!! This week, I spoke with a friend and mentor of mine, Keziah Beall. We originally met through Row New York while I was an athlete at the time, and were paired together through a mentorship program. During this episode, Keziah spoke about her journey as a competitive athlete, from winning the Team Title stroking the Varisty eight at University of Virgina, to training for three years to join the US National Rowing Team.
2020-10-01
46 min
Everyday Endorphins
EP#0- What is Everyday Endorphins?
Welcome to Everyday Endorphins! Listen to hear why I started a podcast, and what “everyday endorphins” means to me.
2020-10-01
03 min