Nourish Me: Integrated Wellness Conversations

JoAnne Pavin
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The Nourish Me Podcast is how humans live well in a modern world. A space for real conversations about what it means to live, lead, and be present in today’s digitally distracted world. Hosted by JoAnne Pavin—integrative wellness practitioner, speaker, author of The Meal and founder of JP Integrated Wellness—this show explores the intersection of health, identity, and human connection. Through honest, thought-provoking conversations with experts, leaders, and everyday humans, we go beyond surface-level wellness to uncover what truly nourishes us—physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. Together, we explore how to: 👉 optimize your energy through food, movement, mindset, and rest 👉 engage your five senses and reconnect with nature 👉 navigate identity, stress, and personal transformation 👉 cultivate presence, creativity, and meaningful connection From redefining beauty, performance, and balance to navigating the complexities of modern life, each episode invites you to slow down, reflect, and reconnect. Because in a world that’s moving faster than ever, your greatest advantage is still being human if you slow down to experience it.  This show doesn’t feed you information, it Nourishes you. 

  1. 17h ago

    039 The Human Advantage: What AI Can Never Replace (Live from Innovation Women’s 11th Anniversary Celebration)

    In this special live episode of Nourish Me, I’m sharing my presentation from the Innovation Women’s 11th Anniversary Celebration. As AI continues to transform the way we work and live, how do we cultivate the qualities that make us uniquely human? In this brief talk, I explore The Human Advantage—our uniqueness, real-life connection, community, and breath—and introduce the concept of Digital Obesity, the hidden cost of information overload. The episode concludes with a short guided breathing practice to help you step away from the digital rabbit hole and reconnect with yourself. If you enjoy this episode, I’d love to have you join my Substack community, The Meal: Nourishment Beyond Food where I share weekly insights on wellness, presence, and human connection. www.joannepavin.substack.com Learn more about Innovation Women here: https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=96435&awinaffid=2910157&ued=https%3A%2F%2Finnovationwomen.com%2Fjoin   Follow JoAnne Pavin: Website: https://www.joannepavin.com/   Substack:  https://substack.com/@joannepavin   Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannepavin/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanne.pavin/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lamJoannepavin   YouTube: https://youtube.com/@joannepavin?si=HA2a7ySsYKwWMw4C

    16 min

  2. Jun 19

    EP 038 A Summer of Connection: 🎉 Celebrating 3 Years of Nourish Me & 3 Ways to Improve Mental Health, Energy & Well-Being

    This June marks a special milestone—the third anniversary of the Nourish Me Podcast! 🎉 What began as a simple mission to inspire people to get off their screens, reconnect with nature, and cultivate deeper relationships has grown into a global community of listeners in more than 40 countries. Thank you for being part of this journey! This episode explores one of the most powerful tools we have for improving our energy, mental health, and overall well-being: CONNECTION. In this episode, you’ll learn:  • Why connection may be our greatest human advantage in an AI-driven world  • How intentional breathing helps regulate the nervous system and improve focus  • The surprising health benefits of sharing meals and gathering around the table  • Why “green time” may be one of the most effective forms of self-care available  • Simple ways to reconnect with yourself, others, and nature this summer My challenge to you this month: ✓ Take a daily breath break Grab your free Breathwork Guide here: https://joannepavin.myflodesk.com/breathworkguide  ✓ Share one intentional meal each week  ✓ Spend more time in nature and less time on screens Because while technology continues to advance, our ability to connect—with ourselves, each other, and the natural world—remains one of the most important predictors of a healthy, meaningful life. As John Lennon said, “Life is what happens while you’re busy making other plans.” This summer, don’t miss it. Thank you for listening, sharing, and supporting Nourish Me for the past three years. Stay nourished, JoAnne Follow JoAnne Pavin: Website: https://www.joannepavin.com/ Substack:  https://substack.com/@joannepavin Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannepavin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanne.pavin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lamJoannepavin YouTube: https://youtube.com/@joannepavin?si=HA2a7ySsYKwWMw4C

    22 min

  3. Apr 30

    037 Financial Wellness: Rethinking Your Relationship with Money (The Human Side of Money) | Linda Grizely

    As we close out April—both Stress Awareness Month and Financial Literacy Month—this episode brings together the powerful connection between money, stress, and overall well-being. In this conversation, I’m joined by Linda Grizely, CFP®, financial wellness speaker, personal finance educator, and host of the Real Money, Real Life™ podcast. Linda helps individuals and organizations understand how financial stress impacts focus, engagement, and performance—and how to build confidence and clarity with money in a practical, judgment-free way. She is also the creator of the MeMoney® Method, a mindset-first approach that helps people move from guilt and overwhelm to intention and alignment. In this episode, we explore: Why money is emotional—not just logical How childhood experiences shape financial habits The five money personalities and why one-size-fits-all budgeting fails The link between financial stress, mental health, and relationships Practical tools to reduce overwhelm and build awareness with money This is more than a conversation about finances—it’s about self-awareness, behavior change, and learning how to make decisions that support a more nourished, intentional life. Follow the show for more conversations on integrated wellness, mindset, and performance. Connect with Linda: Website: https://www.LindaGriz.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindagrizely Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelindagrizely LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/linda-grizely YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LindaGrizely TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lindagrizely X: https://twitter.com/LindaGrizely Resources What's Your Money Personality Quiz: https://bit.ly/MonPersQuiz What's Holding You Back from Financial Confidence Quiz: https://bit.ly/FinConfidQuiz Join Linda's Free Community: https://bit.ly/RealMoneyRealLifeCommunity   Follow JoAnne Pavin: Website: https://www.joannepavin.com/   Substack:  https://substack.com/@joannepavin   Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannepavin/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanne.pavin/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lamJoannepavin   YouTube: https://youtube.com/@joannepavin?si=HA2a7ySsYKwWMw4C

    50 min

  4. Apr 24

    EP 036 The Flow Habit with Laurie Smith: Reclaiming Your Spark in a Distracted World

    What if the answer to stress, burnout, and constant distraction isn’t doing more—but learning how to come back into flow? In this episode, I sit down with Laurie Smith, author of The Flow Habit, to explore how we reconnect with our natural state of presence, creativity, and ease—even in a world that pulls us in a thousand different directions. Laurie shares how a simple 5–10 minute daily practice became a global flow movement, along with the science behind flow states and why they are essential for our nervous system, our creativity, and our ability to perform at our best. We explore: What it really means to be “in flow” The neuroscience behind flow and why it feels so good How to reconnect with your spark through small, daily practices Why joy is a powerful driver of performance and clarity How flow impacts leadership, wellness, and the way we show up in our lives Laurie also shares a powerful life-changing story that brought her into a deep state of peace in the midst of chaos—and ultimately shaped the work she does today. Follow Laurie: Buy The Flow Habit: Creating Peace, Passion, Purpose & Everyday Miracles Sign up for Laurie's FREE 28-Day Flow Challenge Sign up for Laurie's email newsletter -- Let Life Flow Follow Laurie on https://substack.com/@flowhabit Follow Laurie on Instagram – @LaurieSmith_inspired Follow Laurie on LinkedIn – @laurie-smith-inspired Visit Laurie's website: www.LaurieSmith.com or www.TheFlowHabit.com Follow JoAnne Pavin: Website: https://www.joannepavin.com/ Substack:  https://substack.com/@joannepavin Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannepavin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanne.pavin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lamJoannepavin YouTube: https://youtube.com/@joannepavin?si=HA2a7ySsYKwWMw4C

    59 min

  5. Apr 16

    EP 035 Awakening, Meditation, and Intuition: Coming Back to Yourself with Bonnie Piesse

    In this episode of the Nourish Me Podcast I’m joined by Bonnie Piesse a soul alignment and manifestation coach, singer-songwriter and actress - best known for her role as Aunt Beru in the Star Wars series. Bonnie is the host of Your Quantum Life podcast, and is also known as one of the NXIVM whistleblowers featured in the HBO docu-series The Vow.  Together, we explore what it really means to come back to yourself in a world that constantly pulls you outward. Our conversation goes beyond traditional wellness. Bonnie shares her journey from Hollywood and music into profound spiritual awakening, and how meditation, breathwork, and deep presence opened the door to intuition, healing, and transformation. In this episode, we explore: – Why so many people feel overwhelmed and disconnected – The role of the nervous system in stress and healing – What it means to soften, surrender, and trust yourself – Simple ways to ground your energy and come back to your body This episode is especially aligned with Stress Awareness Month—a reminder that the most powerful shift isn’t doing more, but reconnecting to what’s already within you. ✨ Stay until the end for a guided meditation with Bonnie to help you regulate your nervous system, release tension, and return to a place of calm. Follow Bonnie Piesse: Website: https://www.bonniepiesse.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonniempiesse/ Your Quantum Life Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/yourquantumlife/   Follow JoAnne Pavin: Website: https://www.joannepavin.com/ Substack:  https://substack.com/@joannepavin Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannepavin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanne.pavin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lamJoannepavin YouTube: https://youtube.com/@joannepavin?si=HA2a7ySsYKwWMw4C

    1 hr

  6. Apr 1

    EP 034 Beauty in Balance: Beyond the Chair with Kelly Stobart

    In this episode, JoAnne is joined by her lifelong friend, Kelly Stobart—an incredibly talented stylist, educator, and creative force in the beauty industry with over 35 years of experience. Kelly’s journey has taken her from some of Chicago’s most prestigious salons to international training with the most respected names in the industry, including Vidal Sassoon and the legendary Oribe Canales. Her work has even extended to styling for runway shows in Paris and New York, bringing a global perspective to everything she does. But beyond her impressive credentials, Kelly brings something even more powerful to her work—a deep understanding that what happens behind the chair is about far more than hair. It’s about connection, healing, creativity, and helping people feel seen. In the upcoming episode we talk about self-care for caregivers, energy exchange, burnout, healing rituals, creativity, and why taking care of yourself first is essential if you want to truly serve others. This is an inspiring conversation about resilience, friendship, feminine wisdom, and the kind of transformation that happens from the inside out. Follow Kelly: www.kellystobart.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellystobart/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.stobart   Follow JoAnne Pavin: Substack:  https://substack.com/@joannepavin Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannepavin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanne.pavin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lamJoannepavin YouTube: https://youtube.com/@joannepavin?si=HA2a7ySsYKwWMw4C

    48 min

  7. Mar 25

    EP 033 Stop Struggling, Start Thriving: Build Health Habits That Lasts with Michele Piedmonte

    In this episode of the Nourish Me podcast, JoAnne Pavin sits down with Michele Piedmonte, Certified Health and Nutrition Coach and founder of JerseyRooted Health Coaching. Michele shares her journey from a conventional corporate life and party-driven city lifestyle to becoming a mom, navigating weight struggles, and ultimately finding a path to sustainable health.   They dive deep into why so many people stay stuck—not from lack of information, but from missing structure, consistency, and identity. Michele explains how she helps clients rebuild energy, restore metabolic health, and create lasting progress through habit-based coaching and personalized strategies that go beyond the scale.   If you’re ready to stop outsourcing your health, rebuild trust in your body, and become the kind of person who follows through, this conversation is for you. Your next step toward predictable, lasting results starts here. Follow Michele on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/michele_jerseyrooted/ on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michele.coynepiedmonte Follow JoAnne Pavin: Substack:  https://substack.com/@joannepavin   Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannepavin/   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanne.pavin/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lamJoannepavin   YouTube: https://youtube.com/@joannepavin?si=HA2a7ySsYKwWMw4C

    48 min

  8. Mar 15

    EP 032 Letting Go of 70 Pounds: A Nurse’s Personal Transformation and the Truth About GLP-1 Medications with Melanie Bassel

    Nurse and mom of three, Melanie Bassel shares the powerful story behind her 70-pound health transformation. In this episode, we explore the science, stigma, and real-life experience behind GLP-1 medications—and what it truly takes to rebuild health from the inside out. Melanie shares her personal journey with GLP-1 medication, weight loss, and reclaiming her health. As a nurse, mother, and caregiver, she opens up about how years of putting everyone else first, combined with PCOS, hypothyroidism, night shift work, and lifelong body image struggles, left her feeling exhausted, unhealthy, and hopeless. Everything shifted after a doctor’s visit forced her to confront the reality of her health. From there, Melanie began using a GLP-1 medication as a tool, not a shortcut, and started making the lifestyle changes that supported real transformation. She explains how these medications work in the body, how they affect appetite, blood sugar, inflammation, and “food noise,” and why strength training, protein, hydration, sleep, and mindset are essential for lasting success. The episode also explores the emotional side of change: childhood wounds around body image, the stigma surrounding GLP-1s, the fear of judgment, and the mental shift required to stop seeing weight loss as vanity and start seeing it as healing. Melanie shares what helped her navigate side effects, why “go low and slow” matters, and how losing over 70 pounds in less than a year has changed not just her body, but her confidence, energy, family life, and future. This is a conversation is about more than weight,  it’s about identity, self-worth, modern women’s health, and what becomes possible when you finally decides to care for yourself as deeply as you care for everyone else. You can find Weightless by Rocio Salas-Whalen MD, Allyson Ryan here https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/806992/weightless-by-rocio-salas-whalen-md/ Follow Melanie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melanie_bassel Follow JoAnne Pavin: Substack:  https://substack.com/@joannepavin Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannepavin/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanne.pavin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lamJoannepavin YouTube: https://youtube.com/@joannepavin?si=HA2a7ySsYKwWMw4C

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The Nourish Me Podcast is how humans live well in a modern world. A space for real conversations about what it means to live, lead, and be present in today’s digitally distracted world. Hosted by JoAnne Pavin—integrative wellness practitioner, speaker, author of The Meal and founder of JP Integrated Wellness—this show explores the intersection of health, identity, and human connection. Through honest, thought-provoking conversations with experts, leaders, and everyday humans, we go beyond surface-level wellness to uncover what truly nourishes us—physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially. Together, we explore how to: 👉 optimize your energy through food, movement, mindset, and rest 👉 engage your five senses and reconnect with nature 👉 navigate identity, stress, and personal transformation 👉 cultivate presence, creativity, and meaningful connection From redefining beauty, performance, and balance to navigating the complexities of modern life, each episode invites you to slow down, reflect, and reconnect. Because in a world that’s moving faster than ever, your greatest advantage is still being human if you slow down to experience it.  This show doesn’t feed you information, it Nourishes you. 

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