Wishing You Well with Maria Patrick

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The "Wishing You Well" podcast is hosted by Maria Patrick, a Certified Health Coach and Qi Gong Instructor who specializes in helping people find balance in their lives through nutrition, movements and lifestyle changes. This is a chance to connect and discuss health and wellness topics and inspiration.For Maria's YouTube channel, go to "Qi Gong with Maria" -  https://www.youtube.com/@qigongwithmaria.For daily, weekday. live classes with Maria on Zoom, go to www.QiGongWithMaria.comFor Maria's support with nutrition counseling and health coaching, go to www.CoreFourHealthCoaching.comTo support this Podcast (and get a shout-out in a future episode) go to the WISHING YOU WELL PODCAST WEBSITE https://wishingyouwellwithmariapatrick.buzzsprout.com

  1. PODCAST: Eat This, Not That - The Blood Pressure Edition

    2D AGO

    PODCAST: Eat This, Not That - The Blood Pressure Edition

    High blood pressure affects nearly half of adults - and it is often called the “silent” condition because there are no obvious symptoms. In this episode of theWishing You Well podcast, Health Coach Maria Patrick breaks down the best and worst foods for high blood pressure, inspired by guidance from AARP. You will learn how potassium-rich foods, berries, beets, yogurt, whole grains and healthy fats can help support healthy blood pressure levels - and why restaurant meals, processed meats, condiments, bread, alcohol and hidden sodium sources may be working against you. If you are looking for natural ways to lower blood pressure, improve your heart health and make simple, sustainable food swaps, this episode gives you practical strategies you can start today. Small changes add up - and your heart will thank you. #HighBloodPressure #BloodPressure #HeartHealth #HealthyEating #DASHDiet #LowerBloodPressureNaturally #WellnessPodcast #HealthyLifestyle #NutritionMatters #WishingYouWell Link to Wishing You Well Podcast Episode about Alcohol Consumption Reach out with questions or comments. Support the show Thanks for tuning in! I am a Certified Health Coach and Qi Gong Instructor. I specialize in helping people to improve their health through nutrition, movement and lifestyle changes. I would appreciate it if you would please share my podcast with your family & friends & leave a rating and review on your Podcast platform or if you're on YouTube - please follow, subscribe & turn on your notifications. For support with your health, you can reach me via email at CoreFourHC@gmail.com. If you have a health issue that you would like to see addressed in a future episode, please let me know. For additional info, go to my website, join me for QiGong classes live on Zoom. or on my YouTube Channel "Qi Gong with Maria" If you would like to support this Podcast & get a shout out in a future episode go to the PODCAST WEBSITE

    16 min
  2. PODCAST: It's Not What You Eat, But When You Eat It - Nutrition for Better Sleep

    MAR 5

    PODCAST: It's Not What You Eat, But When You Eat It - Nutrition for Better Sleep

    Struggling with falling asleep — or waking up at 3 a.m. for no clear reason? It may not just be what you’re eating, but when you’re eating it. In this episode of the Wishing You Well podcast, Health Coach Maria Patrick explores how meal timing, blood sugar balance, caffeine and alcohol can quietly impact your ability to get deep, restorative sleep. Learn simple, practical nutrition shifts that support steady energy by day and better rest at night - without extreme rules or complicated plans. #mealtiming #nutritionforsleep #healthyliving #deepsleep #bloodsugarbalance #wishingyouwell Reach out with questions or comments. Support the show Thanks for tuning in! I am a Certified Health Coach and Qi Gong Instructor. I specialize in helping people to improve their health through nutrition, movement and lifestyle changes. I would appreciate it if you would please share my podcast with your family & friends & leave a rating and review on your Podcast platform or if you're on YouTube - please follow, subscribe & turn on your notifications. For support with your health, you can reach me via email at CoreFourHC@gmail.com. If you have a health issue that you would like to see addressed in a future episode, please let me know. For additional info, go to my website, join me for QiGong classes live on Zoom. or on my YouTube Channel "Qi Gong with Maria" If you would like to support this Podcast & get a shout out in a future episode go to the PODCAST WEBSITE

    14 min
  3. PODCAST: 10 Small Steps for Huge Heart Health Improvements

    FEB 28

    PODCAST: 10 Small Steps for Huge Heart Health Improvements

    Today's topic: Small changes can lead to powerful results. In this episode of the Wishing You Well podcast, Health Coach Maria Patrick explores 10 simple, science-backed steps that can make a big difference in your heart health -  without overwhelming your schedule or overhauling your life. Inspired by expert guidance from Harvard Health, we will talk about easy habits like short daily walks, smart food swaps, mindful breathing and gratitude practices that support your cardiovascular system and overall well-being. If you have ever felt like improving your heart health had to be complicated, this episode will show you how small, consistent steps can lead to meaningful, lasting improvements. Your heart will thank you. #hearthealth #10smallsteps #healthyliving #harvardhealth  Reach out with questions or comments. Support the show Thanks for tuning in! I am a Certified Health Coach and Qi Gong Instructor. I specialize in helping people to improve their health through nutrition, movement and lifestyle changes. I would appreciate it if you would please share my podcast with your family & friends & leave a rating and review on your Podcast platform or if you're on YouTube - please follow, subscribe & turn on your notifications. For support with your health, you can reach me via email at CoreFourHC@gmail.com. If you have a health issue that you would like to see addressed in a future episode, please let me know. For additional info, go to my website, join me for QiGong classes live on Zoom. or on my YouTube Channel "Qi Gong with Maria" If you would like to support this Podcast & get a shout out in a future episode go to the PODCAST WEBSITE

    16 min
  4. PODCAST: Sleep Like An Olympian!

    FEB 24

    PODCAST: Sleep Like An Olympian!

    Are you struggling with poor sleep, low energy, brain fog, or burnout? In this episode of Wishing You Well, Health Coach Maria Patrick breaks down the powerful insights from The New York Times article “5 Sleep Habits to Steal from the Olympians” and explains how elite athletes competing in the Olympic Games optimize their sleep for peak performance — and how you can do the same. Olympians don’t treat sleep as optional. They treat it as recovery training. And the science is clear: quality sleep supports hormone balance, muscle repair, immune health, metabolism, mental clarity, emotional regulation, and longevity. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔ Why top athletes prioritize 8–10 hours of sleep ✔ How to build a powerful nighttime wind-down routine ✔ The ideal sleep environment for deeper rest ✔ How strategic napping improves performance ✔ The critical role of morning sunlight and limiting blue light at night Whether you are focused on weight loss, stress management, fitness, healing or healthy aging, better sleep may be the missing piece. If you are ready to wake up feeling clear, energized, and restored - this episode is your starting point. Tune in and start sleeping like an Olympian! #SleepTips #BetterSleep #SleepHealth #CircadianRhythm #WellnessPodcast #HealthyHabits #OlympicAthletes #HormoneBalance #StressRelief #WomensHealth #HighPerformance #NaturalHealth #Recovery #Longevity Reach out with questions or comments. Support the show Thanks for tuning in! I am a Certified Health Coach and Qi Gong Instructor. I specialize in helping people to improve their health through nutrition, movement and lifestyle changes. I would appreciate it if you would please share my podcast with your family & friends & leave a rating and review on your Podcast platform or if you're on YouTube - please follow, subscribe & turn on your notifications. For support with your health, you can reach me via email at CoreFourHC@gmail.com. If you have a health issue that you would like to see addressed in a future episode, please let me know. For additional info, go to my website, join me for QiGong classes live on Zoom. or on my YouTube Channel "Qi Gong with Maria" If you would like to support this Podcast & get a shout out in a future episode go to the PODCAST WEBSITE

    18 min
  5. PODCAST: Year of the Fire Horse Wellness Tips

    FEB 20

    PODCAST: Year of the Fire Horse Wellness Tips

    WISHING YOU WELL PODCAST 100th EPISODE!  What if this year asked you to be braver… louder… freer? In this episode of Wishing You Well, Qi Gong Instructor Maria Patrick explores the bold, passionate energy of the Year of the Fire Horse and shares five powerful wellness habits to help you align with its momentum — without burning out. The Fire Horse represents courage, movement, heart expression, and independence. But fiery energy needs direction. It needs grounding. It needs intention. Inside this episode, you will learn how to: 🔥Move your body in a way that builds strength and confidence 🔥 Speak one brave truth every day 🔥 Nourish your fire without inflaming it 🔥 Create something visible and meaningful 🔥 Practice weekly “freedom rituals” to regulate your nervous system If you’ve been feeling restless, ready for change, or called to step into a bigger version of yourself - this conversation will feel like permission. This year is not about doing more. It’s about doing boldly what matters. #WishingYouWellPodcast #YearOfTheFireHorse #FireHorseEnergy #HolisticWellness #WomenOver40Wellness #MidlifeWellness #QiGongLifestyle #ChineseAstrology #HeartCenteredLiving #WellnessHabits #PersonalGrowthJourney #IntentionalLiving #FireStrength #MindBodySpirit #LiveBoldly Reach out with questions or comments. Support the show Thanks for tuning in! I am a Certified Health Coach and Qi Gong Instructor. I specialize in helping people to improve their health through nutrition, movement and lifestyle changes. I would appreciate it if you would please share my podcast with your family & friends & leave a rating and review on your Podcast platform or if you're on YouTube - please follow, subscribe & turn on your notifications. For support with your health, you can reach me via email at CoreFourHC@gmail.com. If you have a health issue that you would like to see addressed in a future episode, please let me know. For additional info, go to my website, join me for QiGong classes live on Zoom. or on my YouTube Channel "Qi Gong with Maria" If you would like to support this Podcast & get a shout out in a future episode go to the PODCAST WEBSITE

    15 min
  6. PODCAST: If I Could Turn Back Time

    FEB 19

    PODCAST: If I Could Turn Back Time

    What if aging isn’t just something that happens to us — but something shaped by how we think, move, and engage with life? In this episode of Wishing You Well, Maria explores the groundbreaking study by Dr. Ellen Langer that showed how shifting mindset and identity can lead to surprising improvements in health, vitality and well-being. Discover how curiosity, movement and participation can help you feel more alive at any age - and why it’s never too late to rethink what growing older really means. #ificouldturnbacktime #drellenlanger #aginggracefully #vitality #youthful  Reach out with questions or comments. Support the show Thanks for tuning in! I am a Certified Health Coach and Qi Gong Instructor. I specialize in helping people to improve their health through nutrition, movement and lifestyle changes. I would appreciate it if you would please share my podcast with your family & friends & leave a rating and review on your Podcast platform or if you're on YouTube - please follow, subscribe & turn on your notifications. For support with your health, you can reach me via email at CoreFourHC@gmail.com. If you have a health issue that you would like to see addressed in a future episode, please let me know. For additional info, go to my website, join me for QiGong classes live on Zoom. or on my YouTube Channel "Qi Gong with Maria" If you would like to support this Podcast & get a shout out in a future episode go to the PODCAST WEBSITE

    29 min
  7. PODCAST: Your Breakfast Needs An Update

    FEB 12

    PODCAST: Your Breakfast Needs An Update

    Is your breakfast actually working for you - or quietly working against you? In this episode of Wishing You Well, Health Coach Maria Patrick explores how your morning meal affects your energy, your digestion, your mood, your hormones and your focus. With warmth, curiosity and practical wisdom, you will learn the subtle signs that your current breakfast may not be supporting your body...and how to gently adjust it without dieting, restriction or feeling overwhelmed. This episode is an invitation to listen to your body, nourish your nervous system and start your day feeling grounded, steady and well. #breakfast #mostimportantmeal #fixyourbreakfast #nutrition #nourishment #healthyliving  Reach out with questions or comments. Support the show Thanks for tuning in! I am a Certified Health Coach and Qi Gong Instructor. I specialize in helping people to improve their health through nutrition, movement and lifestyle changes. I would appreciate it if you would please share my podcast with your family & friends & leave a rating and review on your Podcast platform or if you're on YouTube - please follow, subscribe & turn on your notifications. For support with your health, you can reach me via email at CoreFourHC@gmail.com. If you have a health issue that you would like to see addressed in a future episode, please let me know. For additional info, go to my website, join me for QiGong classes live on Zoom. or on my YouTube Channel "Qi Gong with Maria" If you would like to support this Podcast & get a shout out in a future episode go to the PODCAST WEBSITE

    23 min
  8. PODCAST: Grandma Hobbies (and Why They Help You Live Longer)

    FEB 5

    PODCAST: Grandma Hobbies (and Why They Help You Live Longer)

    In a world that glorifies busyness, speed and constant productivity, what if some of the most powerful tools for health and longevity are the very things we’ve been taught to dismiss as "grandma hobbies”? In this episode of Wishing You Well, we explore how gentle, time-honored activities like knitting, gardening, baking, sewing, journaling, puzzles, and slow walks can calm the nervous system, support brain health, reduce stress and even help us live longer. Drawing inspiration from longevity research, ancestral wisdom and the quiet intelligence of the body, this episode is a loving reframe of slowness as strength and creativity as medicine. If you have been feeling overwhelmed, burned out or craving a softer way of being, this episode is an invitation to pick up something simple, meaningful and deeply human… and let it nourish you. Settle in, take a breath, and join me for a gentle reminder that "sometimes the old ways really do know best." #WISHINGYOUWELL #GRANDMAHOBBIES #SLOWINGDOWN #LONGEVITY #HEALTHYLIVING #WELLNESS #KNITTING #CROCHET #BAKINGBREAD #NEEDLEPOINT #GARDENING  Reach out with questions or comments. Support the show Thanks for tuning in! I am a Certified Health Coach and Qi Gong Instructor. I specialize in helping people to improve their health through nutrition, movement and lifestyle changes. I would appreciate it if you would please share my podcast with your family & friends & leave a rating and review on your Podcast platform or if you're on YouTube - please follow, subscribe & turn on your notifications. For support with your health, you can reach me via email at CoreFourHC@gmail.com. If you have a health issue that you would like to see addressed in a future episode, please let me know. For additional info, go to my website, join me for QiGong classes live on Zoom. or on my YouTube Channel "Qi Gong with Maria" If you would like to support this Podcast & get a shout out in a future episode go to the PODCAST WEBSITE

    18 min
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The "Wishing You Well" podcast is hosted by Maria Patrick, a Certified Health Coach and Qi Gong Instructor who specializes in helping people find balance in their lives through nutrition, movements and lifestyle changes. This is a chance to connect and discuss health and wellness topics and inspiration.For Maria's YouTube channel, go to "Qi Gong with Maria" -  https://www.youtube.com/@qigongwithmaria.For daily, weekday. live classes with Maria on Zoom, go to www.QiGongWithMaria.comFor Maria's support with nutrition counseling and health coaching, go to www.CoreFourHealthCoaching.comTo support this Podcast (and get a shout-out in a future episode) go to the WISHING YOU WELL PODCAST WEBSITE https://wishingyouwellwithmariapatrick.buzzsprout.com

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