The Wholesome You

SOPHIA ARUTERE
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The Wholesome You is your space for health, healing, and growth—exploring self-care, personal transformation, and the journey toward becoming a more balanced and fulfilled you.

  1. 30 Sept

    Victoria Noethling on Finding Purpose After Retirement And Leading with Heart, Head, and Hands

    Retirement was supposed to be the finish line—instead, it became the beginning of Victoria Noethling’s most meaningful work. If you’re rebuilding confidence, stepping into leadership, or wondering what comes after a long career, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom you can use right now.After more than 40 years in corporate America, including work as a project manager in Fortune 500 environments, Victoria shares the lessons that shaped her leadership philosophy and the unexpected moment that pushed her into a new mission: helping entrepreneurs, executives, and young leaders find their voice. Sophia guides the conversation through the mindset shifts, communication habits, and servant-leadership principles that help people grow without losing themselves.You’ll discover: Why the best feedback often includes the word “but” and how to use it without shrinking your confidenceHow Victoria’s “heart, head, and hands” framework changes the way leaders build trust, make decisions, and inspire actionWhy servant leadership is less about directing people and more about showing up with empathy, visibility, and courageHow childhood experiences, school trauma, and perfectionism can quietly sabotage public speaking confidenceWhat entrepreneurs miss when they hire for technical skill alone, and how to spot character, pressure response, and leadership potentialWhy delegation is essential if you want to work on your business instead of being trapped in it Victoria also opens up about starting over after retirement, launching her podcast Find Your Leadership Confidence, and learning to stop measuring success by other people’s expectations. Her message is simple but powerful: you are not done growing, and your experience still has value. Sophia and Victoria also unpack the idea that different leadership styles are not wrong, just different routes to the same destination. That GPS analogy alone may change how you think about teams, recognition, and what it really means to help people thrive. Essential listening for entrepreneurs, managers, speakers, and anyone ready to rediscover purpose, speak with more confidence, and lead in a way that feels both effective and human.

  2. 30 Sept

    Why Acceptance Beats Tolerance in Every Relationship | Sheila Glazov

    What if the key to better relationships is understanding how people think and communicate differently? Educator, author, and speaker Sheila Glazov joins Sophia to explore her What Color Is Your Brain? framework a memorable way to recognize communication styles, reduce misunderstandings, and replace judgment with curiosity. In this conversation, Sheila explains the four brain colors yellow, blue, green, and orange—and how each brings distinct strengths to families, classrooms, workplaces, and communities. She also shares why acceptance goes further than tolerance, how to listen for clues about what matters to someone, and why a brain color can explain behavior without excusing disrespect. You’ll also hear practical advice for parents, Sheila’s idea of a “wet paint” moment for easing tension, and the story behind her children’s book, Princess Shana’s Invisible, Visible Gift. At the heart of it all is a simple reminder: we can appreciate our differences, listen with care, and build stronger connections through kindness.

  3. 30 Sept

    How Grief Sparked a Medical Device That Changed Everything

    A devastating family tragedy led Steve Mcgough from government software into a search for answers that could change how we understand pain, recovery, and the nervous system. What he uncovered connects trauma, breathing, sleep, vagus nerve regulation, and a surprising body-based approach to healing that may challenge what you think wellness really means. Sophia talks with Steve Mcgough, an entrepreneur, inventor, researcher, and lifelong student of the human body and mind, about the life-altering loss that redirected his career and the unexpected innovation that grew out of it. From a personal crisis that began with his wife Wendy’s life-threatening infection and the loss of their son Luke, to the invention of a device designed to help with tissue adhesions, Steve shares the long, complicated path from grief to purpose. You’ll discover: How a private medical emergency pushed Steve to leave a 15-year career in government softwareWhy a technique called the Wurn method became the starting point for his inventionThe controversy surrounding intimate side effects, why major institutions backed away, and how he kept pursuing the science anywayWhat “nervous system regulation” really looks like in everyday life, and why sleep alone is not enough if your body stays in fight-or-flight modeA simple breathing and eye-movement routine Steve says can help shift the body toward recoveryWhy he believes Eastern healing traditions and Western neuroscience are converging faster than most people realizeSteve also shares how childhood bullying, obesity, Tai Chi, and martial arts shaped his confidence, discipline, and willingness to stand up for his purpose. Along the way, he explains why trauma can live in the body, how stress changes recovery, and why the most powerful wellness tools are often the simplest ones. If you’ve been doing “all the right things” and still feel stuck, this conversation offers a new way to think about healing, resilience, and the role your nervous system plays in everything from sleep to long-term health. Essential listening for anyone interested in recovery, trauma, holistic wellness, and the science behind real change.

  4. 30 Sept

    From Pain to Purpose - Gina's Journey Through Loss, Addiction, and Faith

    Some stories don’t just inspire, they reframe what healing looks like. Gina Economopoulos shares how a lifetime of surgeries, devastating loss, alcoholism, rejection, and spiritual crisis became the path to recovery, faith, and a life she never thought possible.Sophia opens the conversation with Gina’s powerful journey from childhood medical struggles and a painful sense of being different, to the heartbreak of losing her mother at a young age, to the years she spent searching for belonging in the convent, in relationships, and in alcohol. What emerges is not a polished success story, but a raw and honest look at how pain can shape identity - and how that identity can be rebuilt.You’ll discover: Why Gina says addiction is a disease and how alcohol became a way to numb hidden painWhat it means to rebuild faith after feeling abandoned by GodHow emotional abuse, spiritual abuse, and unresolved trauma can linger long after the moment has passedWhy forgiveness is a choice, not a feeling, and how it became a source of freedomHow AA, gratitude, and one day at a time thinking helped her move from survival to actual living Sophia also brings her own story into the conversation, creating a deeply human moment around grief, faith, and what it really means to carry loss. Together, they unpack the difference between being hurt by your past and being defined by it. Gina’s book, Shake the Dust Off Your Feet and Walk, grew out of years of journaling, recovery, and reflection, and it speaks directly to anyone who feels trapped by what they’ve survived. This episode is essential listening if you’re navigating grief, addiction, spiritual doubt, or the lingering belief that your best days are behind you. If you need proof that purpose can be rebuilt, hope can return, and healing is still possible, this conversation will stay with you. Connect with Gina Economopoulos and explore her work: Link to send listeners to: Download a Free Chapter of Shake The Dust Off Your Feet and Walk: Faith, Sobriety, Self-Discovery, and Healing - A Memoir. https://www.ginaecon.com/

  5. 30 Sept

    Joy Yafit Pascal: You Have a Free Ticket to Life, Are You Using It?

    What if the life you built on paper is the very thing draining you? Joy Yafit Pascal reveals the wake-up call that forced her to stop living on autopilot and start asking the questions most people avoid until burnout, grief, or crisis makes them unavoidable. After 14 years leading marketing and innovation, Joy had the title, the awards, and the external success but inside, she was restless, impatient, and becoming someone she didn’t recognize. Then a life-or-death rafting accident in Nepal turned into a profound lesson about control, fear, and what it means to survive the moments you never planned for. You’ll discover: Why feeling “fine” on the outside can still be a red alert on the insideThe questions Joy says can reveal whether you’re living your life or a life you inheritedHow to use design thinking to rethink your purpose, career, and daily lifeWhy fear doesn’t have to be the enemy, and how to move forward without letting it driveHow to stop waiting for permission to prioritize your own needs Joy and Sophia also discuss the emotional and physical toll of staying too long in a situation that isn’t working, and how small, gradual steps can help you create change. If you’ve been questioning your job, relationships, routines, or sense of purpose, this conversation offers thoughtful prompts for finding your next step. Joy shares the mindset shift that helped her move from “Why is this happening to me?” to “What do I do now?” a reframing that can help when you find yourself in one of life’s unexpected rivers, from loss and diagnosis to burnout and personal reinvention. A meaningful listen for anyone ready to stop postponing their own life and start creating a version of success that feels like their own. Joy’s closing message: don’t wait for permission, clarity, or fearlessness. Start moving in the direction of what matters to you.Connect with Joy Yafit Pascal and explore her work: Website Joy-Yafit Pascal's Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/share/1KvzpGVFaB/https://www.instagram.com/joyyafit?igsh=cTJxZHBoNDhkN3d6

  6. 30 Sept

    Michaela S. Cox on Finding Grace and Thriving After Loss

    How do you begin again when life takes a turn you never expected? In this episode of The Wholesome You, host Sophia welcomes multi-published author and speaker Michaela S. Cox to talk about navigating legal blindness, divorce, grief, and the sudden loss of her husband and finding ways to keep growing through it all. Michaela shares her “Finding Grace” framework and explores how grounding yourself in what matters, accepting what you cannot change, and redesigning what comes next can help you move beyond simply surviving. She also discusses the role of faith, a resilient mindset, self-care, asking for support, and reconnecting with the interests that help you feel like yourself. In this conversation, you’ll hear: How Michaela learned to meet life’s unexpected challenges with resilienceWhy accepting a difficult reality doesn’t mean giving up on the futureHow she found a way to keep growing while honoring her pastWhy self-care, support, and advocating for your needs matterHow reconnecting with what you love can help you rediscover purpose Michaela’s message is a reminder that hardship may shape your story, but it doesn’t have to decide how it ends. If you’re facing loss, uncertainty, or a major transition, this conversation offers encouragement to take the next step in your own time and find a way forward that fits your life. Connect with Michaela S. Cox and explore her books and work:Website: https://www.myheartfeltmeditations.com/

  7. 30 Sept

    Norbert Heuser on Hidden Addictions: Food, Coffee, and Phones

    What if the biggest threats to your health are hiding in plain sight in your coffee, your phone, and the habits you call “normal”? German-born inventor and health researcher Norbert Heuser shares how a health crisis 45 years ago led him to question food, lifestyle, and well-being. Host Sophia talks with Norbert about his work exploring food and beverage habits, cravings, and the different ways people can experience addiction. He introduces his “three Ps” framework Product, Person, and Process and explains why he believes it’s useful to pay attention to patterns in what we consume and do.In this conversation, you’ll hear Norbert’s perspective on: How he distinguishes a strong craving from simply enjoying somethingWhy he suggests tracking food and drinks over two weeks to notice recurring habitsHis approach to making gradual changes rather than stopping a habit abruptlyThe role of awareness in making more intentional choices about well-beingHis views on mobile phones and electromagnetic radiation This episode shares Norbert’s personal views and experiences. It is not medical advice; consult a qualified healthcare professional about health concerns or changes to your diet or treatment. Norbert also shares where listeners can find more about his work, books, and seminars at improveyourlife.us. Website: improveyourlifewithnorbert.com

  8. 16 Sept

    Ellen Lubensky: The Questions to Ask Before Taking Psychiatric Medication

    Ellen Lubensky on informed consent, psychiatric medication withdrawal, and why patients must ask more questions before starting treatment. What if the "solution" you're handed could quietly change your personality, your body, and your future? Ellen Lubensky, a Stanford-educated attorney and patient advocate, shares the hard-earned lessons behind her fight for informed consent after nearly 20 years of disability she attributes to psychiatric medication.She opens up about misdiagnosis, being told there was no chance of recovery, and what it took to finally reclaim her life. Then she lays out the questions every patient should ask before taking psychiatric medication - from dependency and withdrawal risks to insomnia, seizures, and whether a drug can safely be stopped later. You'll discover: Why short 15-minute appointments often leave patients dangerously under-informedHow psychiatric medication can affect personality, identity, and long-term functioningWhy therapy should be the first line of support more often, not the lastWhat true informed consent actually looks like in mental health careHow to advocate for yourself without losing your relationship with your doctorEllen also explains why so many people stay silent about withdrawal, why family or friends should be brought into major medical decisions, and how fear of custody, stigma, or being labeled can keep people from seeking help. She makes a compelling case that patients are often given a false sense of no choice, when in reality, there are other providers, other paths, and other questions worth asking. This conversation is especially important for anyone navigating mental health treatment, supporting a loved one through medication decisions, or wondering whether they were ever fully informed in the first place. If you need a clear, honest reminder that you are allowed to pause, ask, and choose, this episode is for you. Ellen Lubensky is a Stanford graduate attorney and advocate focused on mental health, patient rights, informed consent, and medical withdrawal. She is the founder of the Mental Health Choice Project and shares resources through EllenLubensky.com.

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The Wholesome You is your space for health, healing, and growth—exploring self-care, personal transformation, and the journey toward becoming a more balanced and fulfilled you.

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  • Creator
    SOPHIA ARUTERE
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © SOPHIA ARUTERE
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