We’re kicking off our first episode of 2026 with a meaningful and grounding conversation with special guest Belinda Waites.

Belinda shares her personal journey into sound healing, which began when she came across one of our wellness events online and decided to sign up out of curiosity. That first sound bath experience left a lasting impression, and she soon found herself drawn back again and again, feeling something shift each time she returned.

Working in a hearing clinic, Belinda already had a deep understanding of sound from a scientific and clinical perspective. Through sound baths and wellness events, she began to experience sound in a completely different way—one that supports relaxation, emotional release, and a deeper connection to the body and self.

Born and raised in South Africa in a very strict environment, Belinda opens up about how these experiences helped her slowly let her guard down. She shares how being in wellness spaces allowed her to soften her relationship with spirituality, healing, and long-held beliefs, creating space for curiosity, safety, and personal growth.

This episode is a gentle yet powerful way to begin 2026, exploring how sound can become a bridge between science and spirituality, and how healing can unfold when we allow ourselves to be open, present, and receptive.

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In our final episode of 2025, Todd, Lisa, and Taylor come together to reflect on a year of growth, completion, and deep lessons — both personally and through the journey of Foothills Wellness Retreat.

We share our biggest wins, what challenged us, and what 2025 taught us about surrender, trust, and gratitude. As a collective, we explore the energy of 2025 as a Year 9 in numerology and the Year of the Snake, and how themes of endings, transformation, and wisdom showed up in our lives and work.

Looking ahead, we talk about what’s possible as we step into 2026 — a Year 1 and the Year of the Horse — and what new beginnings, momentum, and fresh energy may be calling us forward.

To keep things fun and light, we play a round of Would You Rather, share some of our favourite book recommendations from 2025, and reflect on the beauty of closing one chapter before beginning another.

Thank you for being part of this community and walking alongside us this year. Here’s to honouring what was, and welcoming what’s next.

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In today’s episode, we sit down with yoga teacher and mom, Sarah Karsten, who shares how yoga found her in the most unexpected way. What began simply as something new to try slowly became the anchor that supported her through back pain, anxiety, and years of struggling with her body image.

She speaks openly about the healing that unfolded through her practice—how yoga helped her reconnect with her body, soften her nervous system, and develop a gentler, more compassionate relationship with herself.

Her story is a reflection on how the right practice finds you when you least expect it, and how small steps taken in curiosity can lead to profound shifts in identity, confidence, and inner peace.

We also explore how yoga prepared her for motherhood in ways she never anticipated, offering her tools for grounding, presence, patience, and emotional resilience. What began as a personal practice eventually became a calling, guiding her into becoming a yoga teacher and sharing the same healing that once found her.

This conversation is a reminder of the quiet ways that healing begins, the power of embodiment, and the unexpected paths that lead us home to ourselves.

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In this episode, we chat with Kevin White, coach, healer, and founder of Believe Crew, currently based in Playa del Carmen, Mexico. Alongside his wife, he supports high-performing leaders, families, and investors in realigning from the inside out — helping them move from constant achievement and pressure to true alignment and peace.

Kevin opens up about his journey through addiction, repairing his marriage, and discovering his spiritual gifts, leading to a life and business built on purpose, love, and authenticity. His story is a powerful reminder that growth isn’t always about pushing harder — sometimes it’s about courageously letting go and trusting the path ahead.

Whether you’re navigating a big life transition, seeking alignment, or simply looking for inspiration to step into your calling, this episode will leave you feeling encouraged, reflective, and ready to embrace your own internal shift.

Spiritual Gifts Chart:
https://www.believecrew.com/spiritual-gifts-chart

Kevin's Website:
https://www.believecrew.com/

Podcast: Business Addicts
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LinkedIn:
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https://www.linkedin.com/company/believecrew/

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We’re welcoming back one of our favourite returning guests — Samantha Baldwin — for a conversation that’s equal parts insightful, mystical, and fun.

In this episode, we dive into the world of medical astrology — what it is, how it works, and how understanding your chart can help you support your physical and emotional well-being. Sam shares what a session can look like, the benefits of aligning with your body’s cosmic blueprint, and why astrology can be such a powerful tool for self-awareness and healing.

We also chat about her recent Red Tent Retreat (which Lisa actually attended!) and the magic that happens when women gather in sacred space. Plus — you’ll want to stick around for a hilarious story from a sound bath at a festival in Drumheller that perfectly captures the reality of “woo woo in the wild.”

Red Tent Retreat 2026:

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Life has a way of sending us messages—and when we ignore them, they only get louder.

In this episode, we welcome back Alex Dunn, who shares her powerful story of pushing through challenge after challenge—car accidents, health struggles, a traumatic client experience, even being nearly struck by lightning and shot at—without ever giving herself the rest she truly needed.

Alex opens up about how those wake-up calls eventually shifted her perspective, leading her to slow down, get intentional, and put her wellness first. She also offers grounded, heartfelt advice for anyone who knows it’s time to pause, breathe, and realign with what matters most.

If you’ve ever felt like life keeps trying to get your attention, this conversation is for you.

Alex's Website: https://www.alexandradunnwellness.com/

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In this episode, we’re joined by astrologer Vanessa Castro, one of the featured presenters at our upcoming Fall Retreat. Vanessa shares her unique journey with astrology, which began in early childhood when her mother had her birth chart read before she was even a year old.

She opens up about how astrology has shaped her life—from her early years to adulthood—and how a powerful, and initially unsettling, chart reading inspired her to explore astrology in a more grounded and empowering way. Rather than letting fear take over, Vanessa chose to dive deeper into the teachings, using them as a supportive tool for growth and healing.

Throughout the conversation, Vanessa helps us understand key elements of the birth chart, including the meaning behind your sun, moon, and rising signs, the deeper purpose of the north and south nodes, and the transformative energy of placements like Chiron and Saturn. Her gentle, insightful approach makes astrology feel both accessible and deeply personal.

Whether you're new to astrology or have been exploring your chart for years, this episode offers meaningful reflections on self-awareness, healing, and the beauty of aligning with your soul’s path.

Vanessa's Website:

www.creativastrology.com

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https://www.instagram.com/creativastrology/

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In this episode, we're joined by Ninu Lammens, a Registered Nurse turned Functional Health Practitioner, who shares her powerful journey from working within the medical system to helping women take their health into their own hands. After years of watching patients be given prescriptions instead of guidance, Ninu began to see a deeper truth—what we often call “healthcare” is really more of a life-saving system, not one that helps us thrive day to day.

We explore what it means to truly support the body’s natural ability to heal through intentional choices, nourishing food, and simple, sustainable habits. Ninu speaks from both personal and professional experience as she shares how she raised her kids with whole, nourishing foods, even in the face of school snacks packed with dyes and chemicals. She also talks about how she now helps other women make empowered choices at home, from finding cleaner products to shifting how they eat in a way that supports long-term health.

This conversation is full of insight, encouragement, and practical wisdom. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the world of wellness or unsure where to begin, this episode will remind you that healing doesn’t have to be complicated—your body already knows what to do when you support it in the right way.

EWG Resource:

https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/

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https://www.womenshighvibehealth.com/

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