Nafsika's View

Nafsika Antypas

From sustainable living and mental health to digital mindfulness, human connection, and current events, this show brings together expert voices and everyday wisdom to inform and uplift.

Episodes

  1. "Gut Feelings: Unraveling the Microbiome”

    01/10/2025

    "Gut Feelings: Unraveling the Microbiome”

    Anu Simh, founder of Nine Arms of Wellness, reveals why gut health is foundational for overall wellness on Napsika's View. Discover how feeding your microbiome impacts everything from mood and immunity to weight loss and sleep. Learn why plant diversity is key, common weight loss misconceptions, and the surprising connection between sleep and gut health. Anu also shares insights from her upcoming book, "Flourish from Within," and how she's empowering others through her unique coaching methodology.Chapters0:00-0:30: Coming up0:30-1:15: Anu Simh's introduction and coaching philosophy.1:15-2:22: Gut health is foundational: immune system, mood, brain-gut axis, insulin sensitivity.2:22-3:18: Gut feeling, plant-forward diets for microbes.3:18-4:46: Weight loss misconceptions: restrictive diets, yo-yo effect, obesity memory.4:46-7:39: Plant-based vs. omnivore, fiber importance, animal protein digestion, toxic metabolites.7:39-10:04: Rewarding coaching, microbiome education, beyond probiotics, fiber is king.10:04-11:29: Diversity of plants for resilient microbiome, rainbow vegetables, fermented foods.11:29-13:50: "Flourish from Within" book inspiration, client needs, plant-based for health.13:50-15:01: Book content: science, flourish diet, simple recipes for consistency.15:01-16:18: Formatted recipes for flexibility and convenience.16:18-18:32: Plant-forward approach with clients, Mediterranean diet benefits, personal choice in diet.18:32-20:08: Sleep and microbiome: circadian rhythm, late nights, decreased diversity.20:08-21:10: Sleep deprivation and junk food cravings.21:10-23:16: Importance of morning sunlight for sleep and mood, happy lights.23:16-25:44: Intermittent fasting: pros, cons, individual considerations, personal practice (fasting mimicking diet).25:44-26:26: Anu's contact information and book releas

    26 min
  2. Mastering Narrative Control: How the Media Shapes Public Perception

    01/10/2025

    Mastering Narrative Control: How the Media Shapes Public Perception

    Chapters0:00 - 0:45: Intro1:01 - 2:00: Ashley's background, transition from counseling to branding2:00 - 3:00: Justin & Blake case, narrative control, SEO manipulation3:00 - 4:10: Being quoted in Glamour, media framing and personal reaction4:10 - 5:10: What makes a narrative resonate, public sentiment shifts5:10 - 6:10: Underdog appeal of Justin Baldoni, backlash against legacy media6:10 - 7:10: Criticism of toxic positivity and media’s negativity bias7:10 - 8:00: Comparing Justin and Blake’s brand responses8:00 - 9:10: Ryan & Blake’s PR missteps, brand archetype shift9:10 - 10:20: Canadian pride to disappointment, changing public perceptions10:20 - 11:15: Old interviews resurfacing, exposing true brand images11:15 - 15:00: Future of PR and branding, demand for authenticity15:01 - 15:20: Narrative manipulation and brand values15:20 - 15:40: Celebrities’ platform and responsibility15:40 - 16:10: Mental health awareness and psychology background16:10 - 17:04: ADHD, public figures, and de-stigmatizing struggle17:04 - 17:57: Business trauma and making mental health public17:57 - 18:36: Social media’s role in mental health and taking breaks18:36 - 19:05: Sustainable living and celebrity influence19:05 - 20:00: Veganism, farm sanctuary, and platform responsibility20:00 - 21:02: Billionaires, pollution, and misuse of influence21:02 - 22:06: Using wealth for good and vegan entrepreneurship22:06 - 23:33: Misplaced priorities: direwolves vs. red wolves23:33 - 24:53: Origin of the farm sanctuary and lifelong passion24:53 - 25:40: Shared dreams of giving back and doing good25:40 - 26:42: How to critically engage with manipulated media narratives

    29 min
  3. Behind the Headlines: Unveiling the Psychology of Celebrity Stories

    01/10/2025

    Behind the Headlines: Unveiling the Psychology of Celebrity Stories

    Chapters 0:00 - 0:31: Introduction 0:31 - 1:20: Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni PR strategies1:20 - 2:04: Public perception, Blake’s defense vs. Justin’s receipts2:04 - 2:49: Doubts about Blake, past industry stories resurface2:49 - 4:12: Personality contrasts, calculated moves by both camps4:12 - 5:06: Blake’s control issues on set, Justin’s kind image5:06 - 6:02: Out-of-touch PR moves, misaligned messaging6:02 - 6:55: Staged appearances, missed advocacy opportunities6:55 - 8:15: Donut shop incident, rogue PR behavior8:15 - 9:15: Legal tactics, Ryan’s involvement, Discovery concerns9:15 - 10:12: Ryan’s SNL joke, disruptive behavior on set10:12 - 12:01: Ryan and child exploitation controversy12:01 - 13:23: Parent-manager responsibilities, industry standards13:23 - 14:52: Relationship history, jealousy, projection theories15:03 - 16:02: Public perception, halo effect, cancel culture, comeback strategy16:02 - 16:57: Justin Baldoni’s future, industry relevance, consequences of court case16:57 - 17:54: Depp-Heard comparison, media influence vs court verdicts17:54 - 18:32: U.S. vs UK legal systems, court of public opinion18:32 - 20:04: Justin Bieber’s trauma, fatherhood triggering past pain20:04 - 21:24: Media harassment, paparazzi pressure, breakdowns21:24 - 22:28: Bieber’s mother, child star exploitation, personal anecdote22:28 - 24:10: Industry parents’ greed, unsafe environments, YouTube kids24:10 - 25:08: Importance of boundaries, refusal to compromise child safety25:08 - 26:43: Diddy-Bieber video, child stars left alone, grooming patterns26:43 - 27:08: Parents being groomed, enabling abuse27:08 - 28:30: All-female Blue Origin flight, PR stunt, lack of feminist value28:30 - 29:05: Misused wealth, performative empowerment29:05 - 30:01: Portrayal of women, need for authentic progress, female directors30:01 - 31:10: Media headlines, bikini body narratives, call for change

    31 min

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From sustainable living and mental health to digital mindfulness, human connection, and current events, this show brings together expert voices and everyday wisdom to inform and uplift.