In Alignment

Annie Ripp & Marissa Vivori

Welcome to In Alignment with Annie & Marissa. Our journey to feeling better in our bodies and our lives led us through wellness trends and healing practices, and through some of life’s harder moments. Navigating breakups, chronic health issues, body image, career transitions, finding purpose and starting over throughout our 20’s and 30’s. What we realized along the way is that the root of feeling stuck in our bodies, minds and lives is often a product of being out of alignment with who we truly are. When we come home to ourselves, the world around us starts to fall into place. Because the most important relationship we have is with ourselves. In Alignment is a space for honest conversations where we give you the tools to listen inward and design the life of your dreams. We’re so glad you’re here. shiftintoalignment.substack.com

  1. Simple Lifestyle Shifts That Heal Hormones with Hilary Metcalfe, Co-Founder of Sabi

    20 JAN

    Simple Lifestyle Shifts That Heal Hormones with Hilary Metcalfe, Co-Founder of Sabi

    In this episode we sit down with Hilary Metcalfe, Co-Founder of Sabi, for an honest and deeply grounded conversation on hormonal health, fertility, and what it truly means to care for your body as a woman. Hilary shares her personal journey navigating hormonal imbalances and why pain during menstruation is not normal, but rather a signal the body is asking to be heard. Together, we explore how lifestyle choices, emotional health, nutrition, and environmental exposures directly impact hormones, fertility, and overall wellness. This conversation breaks down why women must become their own health advocates, how tracking your cycle offers powerful insights into your well-being, and why food quality, sugar intake, and artificial sweeteners play a larger role in hormonal health than most people realize. We also dive into daily self-care rituals, emotional sensitivity as a strength, and how small lifestyle changes can create massive shifts in energy, balance, and long-term health. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating hormonal symptoms, fertility questions, or looking to build a more intuitive, holistic relationship with their body. Where to find Hilary? LinkedIn Instagram The Sabi Get full access to Shift Into Alignment at shiftintoalignment.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 1m
  2. Burnout, Gut Healing, and the Ingredient That Built a Gut Health Wellness Brand

    13 JAN

    Burnout, Gut Healing, and the Ingredient That Built a Gut Health Wellness Brand

    In this episode of Let’s Feel Good Podcast, I sit down with Maya, founder of Alya Health, to explore how one ingredient quietly transformed her health and sparked an entirely new business. After years in tech and a growing battle with gut issues, inflammation, and chronic stress, Maya was forced to slow down and listen to her body. What started as a personal healing journey led her to uncover the underestimated power of truly high-quality olive oil. Not the grocery store kind. The real, fresh, polyphenol-rich kind. We break down how olive oil supports gut health as a natural prebiotic, reduces inflammation, and plays a role in skin, hair, metabolic health, and long-term disease prevention. Maya also debunks common olive oil myths, explains how most commercial oils are cut with cheaper fillers, and shares exactly what to look for when buying olive oil that actually supports your biology. This conversation is a reminder that food is not just fuel. It is information. And when chosen intentionally, it can change everything. Key Takeaways * Chronic stress and restrictive diets can quietly destroy gut health * High-quality olive oil supports the microbiome and reduces inflammation * Olive oil functions as a natural prebiotic * Most olive oils on shelves are not what they claim to be * Olive oil does not cause weight gain and can support metabolic health * Whole foods are one of the most powerful tools for preventing chronic disease * Healing can become the foundation for building a purpose-driven business Get full access to Shift Into Alignment at shiftintoalignment.substack.com/subscribe

    46 min
  3. The Overlooked Mineral Transforming Women’s Health with Sachi Singh, Rootless Founder

    6 JAN

    The Overlooked Mineral Transforming Women’s Health with Sachi Singh, Rootless Founder

    In this episode, I sit down with Sachi Singh, founder of Rootless, to talk about the mineral most women are missing and why it impacts everything from hormones and thyroid health to skin clarity and energy. Sachi shares her personal journey with PCOS and hormonal acne, how seaweed became the key to her healing, and why iodine is essential for women’s health today. We go deep on emotional wellness, fatigue as a thyroid signal, and how a food as medicine approach can transform your entire well-being. If you’re curious about holistic healing or want to understand your hormones on a deeper level, this conversation is for you. Where to find Sachi? Get full access to Shift Into Alignment at shiftintoalignment.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 1m
  4. Hormone 101 with Dana Ariele Chwatt: The Cycle Education Every Woman Deserves

    30/12/2025

    Hormone 101 with Dana Ariele Chwatt: The Cycle Education Every Woman Deserves

    This episode dives into hormone health, the menstrual cycle, fertility awareness, and the lifestyle foundations that support balanced hormones. Annie sits down with holistic hormone coach Dana Ariele Chwatt to uncover how women can better understand their bodies, identify hormonal imbalances, and work with their natural rhythms. They explore the impact of birth control, nutrition, stress, sleep, and caffeine; how to navigate PMS, PCOS, and endometriosis; and why women shouldn’t feel pressured to function like men. This conversation empowers women with clarity, education, and actionable steps for feeling good in their bodies. Where to find Dana? Website Instagram Orly Waitlist Get full access to Shift Into Alignment at shiftintoalignment.substack.com/subscribe

    58 min
  5. Debunking The Biggest Myth in Pregnancy: “Take It Easy” with Dara Cook, Founder and CEO of Expect Fitness

    23/12/2025

    Debunking The Biggest Myth in Pregnancy: “Take It Easy” with Dara Cook, Founder and CEO of Expect Fitness

    What if we thought about pregnancy the same way we think about running a marathon? In this eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Dara Cook, founder and CEO of Expect Fitness, the first and only pre and postnatal fitness program approved by OBGYNs. Dara shares the powerful research that compares pregnancy to the physical demand of running a marathon, and why understanding this matters for every woman. We break down why movement during pregnancy isn’t just safe, it’s essential. We explore how pregnancy impacts the body, why preparation changes outcomes, and how the “take it easy” narrative is harming women. What we cover:• Why pregnancy places marathon-level stress on the body• The importance of prenatal strength training• How exercise reduces risks like gestational diabetes & hypertension• Cardiovascular changes in pregnancy & postpartum• Why the U.S. is facing a maternal health crisis• How movement protects long-term metabolic and heart health• Simple steps to prepare your body for pregnancy, delivery, and recovery This episode will completely shift how you think about pregnancy, maternal health, and the role fitness plays in preventing complications and chronic disease. If you’re pregnant, trying to conceive, or supporting someone who is, this conversation is a must-listen. Where to find Dara? Expect Fitness Instagram Get full access to Shift Into Alignment at shiftintoalignment.substack.com/subscribe

    1h 2m
  6. Why Medication, Normalizations, and Traditional Healthcare Aren’t the Answer to Women’s Health with MD and Functional Practitioner Dr Alexia Soteropoulos

    16/12/2025

    Why Medication, Normalizations, and Traditional Healthcare Aren’t the Answer to Women’s Health with MD and Functional Practitioner Dr Alexia Soteropoulos

    In this episode of Let’s Feel Good, Dr Alexia shares why she left the traditional medical model to pursue integrative and functional medicine. She explains how the system often treats symptoms instead of root causes and how this leaves so many women feeling unheard and dismissed. We explore the reality that 80-90 percent of chronic disease is lifestyle driven and dive into what that practically looks like for women today: balanced meals, blood sugar stability, cycle based living, emotional regulation, quality sleep, and daily self care rituals. We talk about the perfectionism trap in wellness and how rigidity around health practices can actually create more stress in the body. Alexia reminds us that hormonal health is a product of safety, not control. This is a conversation about trusting your body, supporting your nervous system, building routines that genuinely feel good, and choosing sustainable habits that help you feel better right now while also setting yourself up for a lifetime of vibrant health. Where to Find Dr Alexia? Website Instagram LinkedIn Get full access to Shift Into Alignment at shiftintoalignment.substack.com/subscribe

    55 min

  7. 09/12/2025

    Reversing PCOS, Healing Anxiety, and Clearing Skin through Everyday Lifestyle Practices with Hannah Heidel

    Today’s conversation is with Hannah Heidel, founder of Nourished Girl, holistic nutritionist, and someone who deeply understands how confusing health can feel when you are doing everything “right” but you still do not feel well. Hannah shares her personal journey navigating PCOS, anxiety, skin breakouts, and hormonal imbalances and how she reversed her PCOS, cleared her skin, and now manages her anxiety through simple daily lifestyle practices. We talk about birth control and the side effects women are not always told about, how to regulate your nervous system through daily habits, favorite hormone healing breakfast, dinner, and snack ideas, sleep tips, and all our favorite healthy swaps. We open up about our own healing journeys and share our best tools, learnings, and resources. We are confident you will relate to some if not all of this episode. Where can you find Hannah? Substack Instagram Get full access to Shift Into Alignment at shiftintoalignment.substack.com/subscribe

    46 min
  8. 30 of the Most Powerful Lessons I Learned in My Twenties

    02/12/2025

    30 of the Most Powerful Lessons I Learned in My Twenties

    In this reflective and deeply personal episode, Annie shares the 30 most transformative lessons she learned by 30. From understanding that healing begins the moment you feel your emotions to recognizing how taking responsibility accelerates personal growth, Annie breaks down the emotional, mental, and spiritual shifts that shaped her twenties. This conversation dives into self-awareness, emotional intelligence, relationships, anxiety, and how releasing shame and victimhood creates real change. If you’re on your own path of healing and personal growth, these lessons will speak to you. Get full access to Shift Into Alignment at shiftintoalignment.substack.com/subscribe

    13 min
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Welcome to In Alignment with Annie & Marissa. Our journey to feeling better in our bodies and our lives led us through wellness trends and healing practices, and through some of life’s harder moments. Navigating breakups, chronic health issues, body image, career transitions, finding purpose and starting over throughout our 20’s and 30’s. What we realized along the way is that the root of feeling stuck in our bodies, minds and lives is often a product of being out of alignment with who we truly are. When we come home to ourselves, the world around us starts to fall into place. Because the most important relationship we have is with ourselves. In Alignment is a space for honest conversations where we give you the tools to listen inward and design the life of your dreams. We’re so glad you’re here. shiftintoalignment.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Annie Ripp & Marissa Vivori
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Shift Into Alignment
  • Show Website
    In Alignment