Beth Hovis Education (formerly Sweet Herbin Livin)

Beth Hovis

Welcome to Beth Hovis Education, a podcast for applied natural health, thoughtful practice, and real-life learning, one story at a time. Hosted by Beth Hovis, this show explores the many paths to wellness through conversations with herbalists, naturopaths, natural health educators, and practitioners who value depth, discernment, and integration in their work. Hosted by Beth Hovis, this show explores the many paths to wellness through conversations with herbalists, naturopaths, natural health educators, coaches, and everyday people embracing a more intentional, holistic life. Beth is a Board-Certified Doctor of Naturopathy and Board-certified Master Herbalist with decades of experience in natural wellness and education. Through heartfelt interviews and practical insights, she brings both expertise and authenticity to each episode — whether you're a practitioner, a student, or someone simply seeking a more vibrant, grounded life from the inside out. These stories will inspire, educate, and nourish you - spirit, soul, and body.

  1. Aug 14

    Is Your Business Making Money… But Still Stressing You Out?

    Can natural health professionals build and grow a successful business while also creating financial peace of mind for the future? In this conversation, Beth Hovis talks with financial advisor Melinda Chapman about the financial decisions health and wellness professionals need to consider throughout the life of their business. Melinda understands the natural health world personally, having chosen natural health solutions for her own family, and brings that perspective to her professional work in financial planning. We talk about starting and growing a business, avoiding and paying off debt, making wise financial decisions, planning for retirement, and preparing for the future rather than waiting until retirement is just around the corner. Whether you're starting a natural health business, growing an established practice, or looking ahead to retirement, Melinda shares practical financial considerations to help you build greater stability and peace of mind. Connect with Melinda Chapman: If you'd like help getting your finances organized, paying down debt, planning for the future, or creating greater financial peace of mind, Melinda offers a free initial consultation to explore where you are and how she can help. 🌐https://melindachapman.com/ Learn with Beth Beth Hovis Education offers professional iridology education, including certification courses and advanced mentoring, along with natural health education designed to help you better understand the body and support health naturally. You'll also find practical resources and ongoing education that bring together decades of experience in iridology, herbs, natural health, and teaching. 📚Explore courses, education, and resources at: https://bethhovis.com/ Subscribe to Beth Hovis Education for more iridology, natural health education, and practical conversations for healthier living. Chapters 0:00 Meet Melinda: Financial Advisor with a Natural Health Connection 1:44 Melinda’s Journey from Natural Health to Financial Coaching 3:23 A Financial Crisis & $65,000 of Debt 5:48 Why Extreme Debt Payoff Can Backfire 7:58 Financial Help for Health Professionals & Entrepreneurs 10:55 Financial Musts for Starting & Growing a Business 20:25 Networking & Finding Clients Even as an Introvert 35:10 Building Financial Habits for Today & the Future Financial Disclaimer This content is provided for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered individualized financial, investment, tax, health, or legal advice. Financial and health circumstances vary, and you should consult with an appropriately qualified professional regarding your individual situation before making financial or health decisions.

  2. May 13

    Looking Beyond Symptoms with Flower Essences | Seneca Schurbon

    Beth Hovis sits down with Seneca Sherbon for a thoughtful conversation about flower essences, emotional wellness, energetic support, and how frequency-based remedies can be used in simple, practical ways for both practitioners and individuals. In this episode, Seneca shares her journey into natural wellness and explains the history and purpose of flower remedies, including the foundational work of Edward Bach. Together, Beth and Seneca discuss how emotional patterns can influence wellbeing, why flower essences are often misunderstood, and how practitioners can confidently begin incorporating them into practice without overcomplicating the process. Key Topics: • History of flower remedies and Bach flowers • Practical application of flower essences in healing • Frequency and resonance in natural health • Emotional patterns and energetic support • Flower essences for pets and families • Simplifying flower remedy selection for practitioners • Bio-essences and frequency-based wellness tools Connect with Seneca 🌐 Practitioner Custom Blend - https://www.freedom-flowers.com/practitioner-referral-flower-essence/?aff=61 ✒️ Blog - https://blog.freedom-flowers.com/?aff=61 👍 Free Training in Flower Essences - https://www.freedom-flowers.com/start-here/?aff=61 👩‍🎓 Practitioner Training in Flower Essences - https://blog.freedom-flowers.com/flower-essence-practitioner-training/?aff=61 Connect with Beth 🌐Website: https://bethhovis.com 👍Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/BethHovisEducation 👥Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/holisticwellnesspractitionerscoaching 📷Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beth_hovis_education/ Resources & Links 🌳 Business Foundations (Roots to Results Academy): https://bethhovis.com/business-foundations 🎓 Education and Training: https://bethhovis.com/education If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast on your favorite podcast platform. Your reviews help more people discover natural wellness education and practical business-building support for holistic practitioners. Disclaimer: This podcast is shared for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Any products, remedies, or wellness tools discussed are not intended as medical advice and should not replace professional medical care or guidance.

  3. May 7

    Release Emotional Burdens and Reclaim Your Peace | Biblical Methods Peta-Gay Roberts

    Beth Hovis sits down with Peta-Gay Roberts for a powerful conversation about identity, healing, spiritual connection, and the restoration of the mind, body, and spirit through biblical principles and holistic practices. In this episode, Peta-Gay shares her transformational 7-step framework that combines breath, movement, music, nervous system regulation, and faith-based principles to help people reconnect with their Creator, renew the mind, release emotional burdens, and move forward with greater clarity and purpose. Together, Beth and Peta-Gay explore the connection between spiritual identity and physical wellbeing, the importance of reconnecting with God and creation, and how intentional movement and nervous system support can help shift the body out of survival mode and into peace, restoration, and alignment. This conversation also touches on First Nations perspectives, cultural identity, and the deeper meaning behind movement, rhythm, and spiritual pathways. Key Topics Discussed: • The 7-step Sacred Warrior transformation process • Remembering your God-given identity and purpose • Breath, movement, and music as tools for nervous system regulation • Releasing emotional stress and renewing the mind • Brain rewiring and neuroplasticity from a holistic perspective • The spiritual significance of movement and pathways • Reconnecting with God, creation, and personal identity • Holistic approaches to emotional and spiritual wellbeing • First Nations perspectives on healing and connection • Business, leadership, and personal transformation Resources Mentioned: Sacred Warrior Transformational Coaching 🌐https://sacredwarriorcoaching.com/ 🌐http://Swtcoaching.com 👍https://www.facebook.com/peta.roberts.12 🔗https://www.linkedin.com/in/swtcoaching If this conversation encouraged or inspired you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who may benefit from it. Your support helps us continue bringing thoughtful conversations on holistic wellness, personal growth, business building, and faith-centered living to a wider audience. Connect with Beth Hovis: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BethHovisEducation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beth_hovis_education/ Education & Courses: https://bethhovis.com/education Business Foundations: https://bethhovis.com/business-foundations Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. The views and opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Beth Hovis. Always seek appropriate professional guidance regarding your personal health, wellness, spiritual, or mental health needs.

  4. Apr 28

    The Real Reason Your Goals Keep Failing | Setting Actionable Goals from Your Identity

    There’s a difference between setting goals that look good on paper and setting goals that actually fit who you are. In this episode, Beth Hovis walks through what it looks like to build a business from your true identity, not from pressure, expectations, or old beliefs. When your goals are rooted in who you are and what you’re called to do, your decisions become clearer, your messaging becomes stronger, and the right clients begin to recognize you. This is a grounded, practical conversation that brings together purpose, revenue, and real-world business strategy in a way that actually works. Key Topics The difference between traditional goal setting and identity-based goal settingHow your true identity shapes your business decisionsAligning revenue goals with purpose and callingUnderstanding vocation as your voice in the worldHow to reverse engineer your income goals from real expensesMoving from scarcity thinking to a mindset of provision and growthSetting goals that come from purpose, not pressureLearning new skills without losing sight of who you arePractical ways to strengthen your outreach and marketingFinding clarity and confidence in your unique role and message Resources & Links Business Foundations (Roots to Results Academy): https://bethhovis.com/business-foundations Education and Training: https://bethhovis.com/education Living Fearlessly by Jamie Winship - https://amzn.to/4eNN3Gz Connect with Beth Website: https://bethhovis.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/BethHovisEducation Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/holisticwellnesspractitionerscoaching Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beth_hovis_education/ If this episode gave you a clearer direction for your business, take a moment to follow the podcast and leave a review. That helps more holistic wellness practitioners find this message and begin building a business that truly fits who they are. This content may include affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through these links, a small commission may be earned at no additional cost to you. This content is shared for educational and informational purposes only. Business results are not guaranteed and will vary from person to person. Your outcomes depend on many factors, including your effort, consistency, decisions, experience, and the unique circumstances of your business.

  5. Apr 15

    Your Practice Isn't Growing Because of These Foundational Gaps - Top Strategies with Beth Hovis

    Many natural health practitioners believe that more training or time is the answer to attracting new clients. The REAL reasons clients aren't coming often stem from several underlying factors that create a shaky business foundation. In this episode, Beth shares the seven key reasons natural health practitioners struggle to attract clients, offering essential coaching business tips to help you grow your business and achieve business success. We explore how to find clients and how to grow your coaching business effectively so you can help more people. Learn with Beth: 👁️Iridology: https://bethhovis.com/education 💻Business Foundations Course: https://bethhovis.com/business-foundations 📚eBook: Building a Successful Virtual Practice: https://bethhovis.com/shop Connect and Learn with Beth: 🌐Website: BethHovis.com 👥Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/holisticwellnesspractitionerscoaching 📷Instagram: @Beth_Hovis_Education 👍Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/BethHovisEducation If this episode encouraged you or gave you something to think about, I’d love for you to rate and review the show. Your feedback helps other wellness practitioners and entrepreneurs find their way here. And if you know someone who needs to hear this, go ahead and share this episode with them. This content is shared for educational and informational purposes only. Business results are not guaranteed and will vary from person to person. Your outcomes depend on many factors, including your effort, consistency, decisions, experience, and the unique circumstances of your business.

  6. Apr 10

    Gina Locatelli on Iridology and Intergenerational Healing

    A conversation on holistic healing and iridology that brings a fresh perspective on how past patterns can influence present health. In this episode, I talk with Gina Locatelli, iridologist, natural health practitioner, and author of "Eyes That Remember". Gina shares her journey into natural health and how iridology can reveal patterns connected to genetics, family history, and long-standing stress responses. We also touch on ancestral influences, self-advocacy, and the importance of asking questions and staying engaged in your own health journey. Gina’s book brings these concepts together through real case studies and practical insight. If you’ve ever wondered what your body might be reflecting beneath the surface, this is a conversation worth listening to. As an affiliate, I may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting the work I do in this community. Gina's book "Eyes That Remember" - https://amzn.to/4mhUmrG Learn with Beth: Iridology: https://bethhovis.com/education Business Foundations Course: https://bethhovis.com/business-foundations eBook: Building a Successful Virtual Practice: https://bethhovis.com/shop Connect and Learn with Beth: Website: BethHovis.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/holisticwellnesspractitionerscoaching Instagram: @Beth_Hovis_Education Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/BethHovisEducation Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Gina Locatelli 01:55 The Journey to Natural Health 05:45 Education and Empowerment 12:04 Helping Others Through Natural Health 14:02 Understanding Healthcare Appointments 19:48 The Importance of Communication with Healthcare Providers 23:54 Exploring Iridology and Its Significance 30:05 Ancestral Trauma and Its Impact on Health 34:22 Understanding Environmental and Genetic Influences 35:28 Exploring Ancestral Family Patterns and Iridology 39:24 Intergenerational Trauma and Its Impact 43:12 Healing from Trauma and Stress Management 45:34 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Advocacy 48:51 Empowerment Through Epigenetics and Ancestral Healing 54:14 Overcoming Panic Attacks and Anxiety 01:00:00 The Importance of Enjoying Life and Reframing Perspectives If this was helpful to you, please share, rate and review so that others can hear this message too. This content is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is not meant to diagnose, treat, or prescribe for any medical, emotional, or spiritual condition. As a natural wellness practitioner, Beth encourages each listener to seek appropriate professional guidance and prayerful discernment before making any health or lifestyle decisions.

  7. Apr 3

    Starting a Wellness Practice? Here's What Actually Works

    Starting a holistic wellness practice from home presents unique challenges, even for passionate and trained wellness practitioners. Let's take a holistic approach and talk about the three things you really need when it comes to starting a holistic wellness practice, including how to get clients, and how to overcome common obstacles like perfectionism, overcomplicating the process, and waiting until everything feels “ready.” Instead, this will help you start simply and build as you go, with a clear foundation for your business setup, virtual consultations, and long-term success in wellness entrepreneurship. ebook: Building a Successful Virtual Practice: https://bethhovis.com/shop Business Foundations Course: https://bethhovis.com/business-foundations Connect and Learn with Beth: Website: BethHovis.com Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/holisticwellnesspractitionerscoaching Instagram: @Beth_Hovis_Education Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BethHovisEducation Chapters 00:00 Starting Your Holistic Wellness Practice 02:47 Overcoming Common Barriers to Starting 05:58 Essential Components for Your Practice 08:53 Building Client Relationships 12:08 Structuring Your Business for Success 14:55 Getting Your First Clients 17:52 Expanding Your Client Base 21:11 Final Thoughts and Resources If you were encouraged by this episode, be sure to rate and review, and share with others who may also need this tips. This content is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It is not meant to diagnose, treat, or prescribe for any medical, emotional, or spiritual condition. As a natural wellness practitioner, Beth encourages each listener to seek appropriate professional guidance and prayerful discernment before making any health or lifestyle decisions.

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Welcome to Beth Hovis Education, a podcast for applied natural health, thoughtful practice, and real-life learning, one story at a time. Hosted by Beth Hovis, this show explores the many paths to wellness through conversations with herbalists, naturopaths, natural health educators, and practitioners who value depth, discernment, and integration in their work. Hosted by Beth Hovis, this show explores the many paths to wellness through conversations with herbalists, naturopaths, natural health educators, coaches, and everyday people embracing a more intentional, holistic life. Beth is a Board-Certified Doctor of Naturopathy and Board-certified Master Herbalist with decades of experience in natural wellness and education. Through heartfelt interviews and practical insights, she brings both expertise and authenticity to each episode — whether you're a practitioner, a student, or someone simply seeking a more vibrant, grounded life from the inside out. These stories will inspire, educate, and nourish you - spirit, soul, and body.