Untamed & Unfiltered Wellness

Jo Swensson
  • 5.0 (4)
  • ALTERNATIVE HEALTH

When stress, sleep, focus, or energy start shifting—and the strategies you used to rely on stop working—this podcast helps you understand why and shows you what to do next without spinning your wheels. Untamed and Unfiltered Wellness is a grounded, no-nonsense podcast for people who want to live well in the real world, busy schedules, demanding jobs, aging bodies and all.Each episode explores the foundations of holistic living, including:-Nervous system regulation and stress resilience-Sleep patterns, recovery, and daily rhythms-Blood sugar, hydration, and energy stability-Environmental and lifestyle stressors most people overlook-Herbal support and somatic practices for sustainable change This is practical, integrative wellness for real lif, not trends, not hacks and not one-size-fits-all advice. You’ll walk away with clear insights, usable tools, and realistic shifts you can apply immediately—so your body and mind feel steadier, more supported, and easier to live in. Hosted by Jo Swensson, Herbalist and Founder of Olivia Bell. Olivia Bell Co., where education, herbal support and somatic practices meet everyday life.

  1. 5D AGO

    If You’ve Been Indoors a Lot Lately, Listen to This

    Episode 40:  If You’ve Been Indoors a Lot Lately, Listen to This  If you’ve been spending more time indoors lately because of the weather, work, or life, this episode matters. Most people assume their home air is “clean enough,” but indoor air quality is often worse than we realize. Between synthetic fragrances, cleaning products, furniture, poor ventilation, and sealed-up winter homes, what you’re breathing can quietly affect your sleep, focus, energy, and stress response. In this episode, we talk about why indoor air quality matters, how it shows up in real life (without dramatic symptoms), and simple, realistic shifts you can make without turning your house upside down. We’ll also cover a few low-maintenance plants that support cleaner air and a calmer environment. This isn’t about perfection or panic. It’s about making your indoor space work with your body, not against it. Free Substack subscription: https://oliviabellwellness.substack.com Website: https://oliviabell.co I hope you find some time today for some peace, some plants and some paws! ☮️🌿🐾 Jo

    7 min

  2. JAN 26

    Stress, Immunity and Why You Keep Getting Sick

    Episode 39: Stress, Immunity, and Why You Keep Getting Sick Stress doesn’t just make you moody, it directly impacts your immune system. Most people don’t get sick when life is calm, they get sick when they’re already under pressure. In this episode, we’re talking about how chronic stress impacts your immune system in real life. Why stress changes immune signaling, why piling on “immune support” often makes things worse, and what actually helps when your system is already carrying too much. We’ll walk through practical ways to reduce immune load during stressful seasons, support nervous system regulation, steady blood sugar, protect sleep timing, and use herbs like hawthorn and elderberry with intention instead of overreaction. Free Substack subscription: https://oliviabellwellness.substack.com Website: https://oliviabell.co I hope you find some time today for some peace, some plants and some paws! ☮️🌿🐾 Jo

    9 min

  3. JAN 18

    Why Kindness Matters More Than Ever for Stress and Mental Health

    Episode 38: Why Kindness Matters More Than Ever for Stress and Mental Health In a world that feels louder, harsher and more divided than ever, kindness can feel rare and even suspicious.  In this episode, I break down how acts of kindness directly impact stress levels, mental health and nervous system regulation. We’ll talk about the science behind kindness, why small moments matter more than big gestures and how both giving and receiving kindness can create real physiological shifts.  This is a grounded, honest conversation about staying human in a stressed-out world, without wearing rose-colored glasses.  Free Substack subscription: https://oliviabellwellness.substack.com Website: https://oliviabell.co I hope you find some time today for some peace, some plants and some paws! ☮️🌿🐾 Jo

    8 min

  4. JAN 11

    Stuck in Your Head: When You Can’t See Past the Pain

    Episode 37: Stuck in Your Head: When You Can’t See Past the Pain Tunnel vision is  a survival response and when it shows up outside of real danger, it can quietly turn destructive. In this episode, we talk about what happens when the brain narrows its focus under stress, depression, anxiety, or trauma and why losing perspective can make pain feel permanent. We explore why some people get stuck there and what it really takes to interrupt the spiral. If this episode hits close to home, please reach out. If you’re in the U.S., you can call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — free, confidential, and available 24/7. If someone came to mind while listening, check on them. That interruption can save a life. Free Substack subscription: https://oliviabellwellness.substack.com Website: https://oliviabell.co I hope you find some time today for some peace, some plants and some paws! ☮️🌿🐾 Jo

    7 min

  5. JAN 5

    Why a Word of the Year Works When Resolutions Don’t

    Episode 36: Why a Word of the Year Works When Resolutions Don’t New Year’s resolutions tend to fall apart by February not because you lack discipline, but because they don’t work with real life. In this episode, I’m sharing a simpler, more sustainable approach: choosing a Word of the Year. A word acts as an anchor and something you can return to when you feel scattered, overwhelmed, or off track. Unlike rigid goals, a word adapts as life unfolds and helps you reset without starting over. I walk you through: Why a single word is easier for the brain to hold onto than multiple goalsHow one clear focus reduces mental overload and decision fatigueWhy forcing goals creates more stress and what happens in the body when we try to control everythingA step-by-step practice for choosing your word (without scrolling the dictionary or copying someone else’s)This isn’t about perfection, pressure, or performing your growth for others. It’s about choosing something meaningful that guides you back to yourself again and again throughout the year. If you’re tired of goals that don’t stick and ready for a grounded reset, this episode is for you. Free Substack subscription: https://oliviabellwellness.substack.com Website: https://oliviabell.co I hope you find some time today for some peace, some plants and some paws! ☮️🌿🐾 Jo

    8 min

  6. 12/29/2025

    Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail And What to Do Instead

    Episode #35: Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail And What to Do Instead Every January, we set big goals and by the end of the month, most of them are already abandoned. In this episode, we break down why traditional New Year’s resolutions fail, how event-driven goals (like weight loss for a deadline) quietly sabotage long-term success, and why popular goal-setting frameworks don’t work the way we’ve been told. This isn’t about willpower or discipline. It’s about choosing goals that actually support your life, your nervous system, and your energy, without guilt or burnout. If you’re ready to rethink resolutions and set goals that make sense, this episode is for you. Free Substack subscription: https://oliviabellwellness.substack.com Website: https://oliviabell.co I hope you find some time today for some peace, some plants and some paws! ☮️🌿🐾 Jo

    6 min

  7. 12/22/2025

    Slow Down So You Don’t Miss the Holidays

    Episode #34: Slow Down So You Don’t Miss the Holidays The holidays aren’t meant to be a race. In this episode, Jo talks about why slowing down matters, how constant busyness overloads your nervous system, why small moments actually stick, and how presence (not perfection) is what makes the season meaningful. A reminder to put your head where your feet and ass are and take time to actually enjoy the holidays.  Free Substack subscription: https://oliviabellwellness.substack.com Website: https://oliviabell.co I hope you find some time today for some peace, some plants and some paws! ☮️🌿🐾 Jo

    5 min

  8. 12/15/2025

    Feeling Off-Center? Why Nature Helps Calm Your Nervous System

    Feeling off-center, overwhelmed or disconnected lately? In this episode, I talk about why spending time in nature, even just five or ten minutes can help calm your nervous system and bring you back to yourself. I share a personal story about how nature reshaped my relationship with stress and why it still plays a critical role in regulation today. You’ll learn: Why nature helps reduce stress and anxietyHow simple outdoor time supports nervous system regulationAn easy grounding practice for people who don’t meditateIf life feels like too much right now, this episode is your reminder to step outside and let your body remember it’s safe. Free Substack subscription: https://oliviabellwellness.substack.com Website: https://oliviabell.co I hope you find some time today for some peace, some plants and some paws! ☮️🌿🐾 Jo

    5 min
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When stress, sleep, focus, or energy start shifting—and the strategies you used to rely on stop working—this podcast helps you understand why and shows you what to do next without spinning your wheels. Untamed and Unfiltered Wellness is a grounded, no-nonsense podcast for people who want to live well in the real world, busy schedules, demanding jobs, aging bodies and all.Each episode explores the foundations of holistic living, including:-Nervous system regulation and stress resilience-Sleep patterns, recovery, and daily rhythms-Blood sugar, hydration, and energy stability-Environmental and lifestyle stressors most people overlook-Herbal support and somatic practices for sustainable change This is practical, integrative wellness for real lif, not trends, not hacks and not one-size-fits-all advice. You’ll walk away with clear insights, usable tools, and realistic shifts you can apply immediately—so your body and mind feel steadier, more supported, and easier to live in. Hosted by Jo Swensson, Herbalist and Founder of Olivia Bell. Olivia Bell Co., where education, herbal support and somatic practices meet everyday life.

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