TheHealthHub Cathy Biase

In this episode we speak with Faust Ruggiero about how to speak to yourself with positivity, kindness and encouragement.

Faust is a psychologist who has been in private practice for over thirty-five years. Before entering private practice, he worked in clinics for deaf children, prisons, nursing homes, substance abuse centers, inpatient facilities, and is a consultant for major national and international corporations. He is a published research author and a professional clinical trainer.

In the summer of 2016, he began to develop The Fix Yourself Empowerment Series based on the Process Life Program to help readers address difficult situations in their lives. The series currently includes The Fix Yourself Handbook, The Fix Your Anxiety Handbook, The Fix Your Depression Handbook, and The Fix Your Anger Handbook.

Learning Points:

• How does negative internal language block our progress, goals and increase disease potential?
• What are steps to help cultivate positive internal language?
• How does the energy around us impact our mental health?

Social Media

https://www.faustruggiero.com/
https://www.facebook.com/FaustInspire/
https://twitter.com/faustinspire
https://www.instagram.com/faustinspire/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCAGHkwno52fug1bNnAxfDQ

In this episode we speak with Yogi Aaron about why stretching may be doing you mare harm than good.

Yogi Aaron is a trailblazing yoga teacher who is leading a global rebellion against the harmful practice of stretching. He pioneered the groundbreaking approach to yoga that shows people how to live pain-free by activating muscles through Applied Yoga Anatomy + Muscle Activation™. In a world where conventional stretching and flexibility practices are the prescribed norm for pain, Yogi Aaron’s unorthodox method provides a safer and more effective permanent solution. What sets him apart is his wisdom, infectious humour, adventurous spirit, and personal healing journey, which distinguish him as a beloved leader in the yoga community and at his Blue Osa Yoga Retreat in Costa Rica.

Learning Points:
• Why stretching to relieve pain is not the answer
• Muscle stability vs. flexibility
• How flexibility can lead you to more pain

Social Media:
https://yogiaaron.com/
https://www.facebook.com/yogi.aaron.yoga
https://www.instagram.com/yogi_aaron/
https://www.youtube.com/c/YogiAaron

In this episode we speak with Jodi Scott about rethinking the products in our First Aid Kit.

With over two decades of experience and a background in Health Psychology and pre-med, Jodi's path has been a remarkable exploration of human health's boundaries. As the CEO and Co-Founder of Spry Life, Jodi, alongside her sister and mother, ignited a botanical revolution that birthed iconic brands like Green Goo First Aid and the groundbreaking Good Goo CBD line. Their commitment to plant-based product development, powered by a unique extraction process, has made waves across the globe, from national pharmacies to Canada, Hong Kong, Singapore, and soon, Australia.

Holding a B Corp certification, Jodi passionately champions her company's commitment to social good and environmental impact, emphasizing her unwavering dedication to authenticity and efficacy in all her endeavors.

Learning Points:
• What a B Corp certified company is and why it’s important to Jodi
• Chemicals and toxins lurking in your First Aid Kit
• The evolution of the therapeutic use of alternative medicine, like psilocybin, in the mental health space

Social Media:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodi-scott-7234331b8/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodi_a_scott/
https://www.instagram.com/self.wellness.app/
https://www.instagram.com/greengoohelps/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JodiAllisonScott

In this episode we speak with Dr. Laurel Mellin about Emotional Brain Training.

Dr. Mellin is a New York Times Bestselling Author and the innovator behind Emotional Brain Training (EBT), serving as an associate professor at the University of California, San Francisco. EBT is a brain-based method that teaches individuals to transition from stress to joy, addressing issues like overeating, anxiety, and depression by rewiring emotional brain circuits. Mellin's work, which emphasizes resilience, well-being, and the pursuit of a purposeful life, represents a shift in healthcare toward using technology for learning and support. Her latest book, "1-2-3 JOY!", continues to inspire those on their journey toward sustainable health.

Learning Points:
• Why do we turn to food in times of stress?
• How does Emotional Brain Training fit into sustained weight loss?
• Why do we have emotions?

Social Media:
www.ebt.org
https://www.facebook.com/ebtgroups/
https://www.instagram.com/drlaurelmellin/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurelmellin/

In this episode we speak with Maggie Jackson about the power and wisdom of being uncertain.

Maggie is an award-winning author and journalist with a global reach. Her new book, Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure, explores why we should seek not-knowing in times of flux. Uncertain has been lauded as “incisive and timely…triumphant” (Dan Pink), “surprising and practical” (Gretchen Rubin) and “remarkable and persuasive” (Library Journal). Jackson’s acclaimed book Distracted (2nd Ed, 2018) sparked a global conversation on the steep costs of fragmenting our attention. A former columnist for the Boston Globe, Maggie has written for The New York Times and many other publications worldwide. Her work has been translated into multiple languages and is widely covered by press worldwide. She lives in Rhode Island and New York City.

Learning Points:

1. What is uncertainty, and what kind of uncertainty is written about in your book?
2. Why is it a good thing that uncertainty makes us uneasy?
3. Why do scientists who study uncertainty call it a space of possibility?

Social Media:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/maggiejackson/
https://www.facebook.com/people/Maggie-M-Jackson/100005638245734
https://twitter.com/maggie8jackson
https://www.maggie-jackson.com/

In this episode we speak with Dr. Derek Gatta about the importance of our oral biome and how to take care of it.

Dr. Gatta is a dentist and the co-founder of RiseWell, an all-natural, science-backed oral care brand that is revolutionizing the industry with its dentist-formulated, non-toxic products. Derek is dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle and believes that optimal oral health is vital to achieving this. Together with his sister, Kori Estrada, and John Estrada, Derek embarked on a mission to help them create safe and effective alternatives to traditional oral care products after realizing that most products on the market were toxic. As the head of the scientific council for RiseWell, Derek leads the brand in searching for the healthiest, cleanest ingredients, like Hydroxyapatite, and raising industry standards for quality and purity. Formerly in the Navy, where he studied dentistry while on active-duty scholarship, Derek attended Vanderbilt University and Nova Southeastern University for dental school, with a residency in Prosthodontics. He is passionate about educating people on how to achieve optimal oral health and currently runs a busy practice in Boca Raton.

Learning Points:

• What is the oral biome?
• How does our oral biome health impact our overall health?
• What functions does saliva perform?

Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/RiseWellCo/
https://www.instagram.com/risewellco/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/risewell/about/
https://www.tiktok.com/@risewell
https://risewell.com/
https://innovativedentalaesthetics.com/
https://risewellpro.com/pages/welcome