Healthy Living with Yoga Anita

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Healthy Living with Yoga Anita is your go-to source for inspiring, informative, and uplifting conversations that support a vibrant, balanced life. Hosted by Anita—an experienced yoga educator and passionate advocate for wellness—each episode features authoritative guests from the healing arts, nonprofits, and charitable organizations, as well as everyday people who are simply having fun and living fully. From holistic health experts and wellness pioneers to community leaders and joyful souls with powerful stories, Healthy Living with Yoga Anita blends wisdom, compassion, and practical tips to help listeners reduce stress, find purpose, and enjoy life more. Whether you're looking for natural health solutions, motivation to move, or a reminder to laugh, this podcast delivers real talk with heart. Tune in to connect, learn, and be inspired—because healthy living is about more than habits; it’s about community, courage, and joy. Follow Yoga Anita on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook and check out her show Healthy Living with Yoga Anita!

  1. My Yoga Journey: An interview with Yoga Anita

    2D AGO

    My Yoga Journey: An interview with Yoga Anita

    Yoga and Meditation Instruction Five Decades In:  Highlights of a recent interview with Yoga Anita Yoga gave me something nothing else could Yoga is accessible, not exclusive Yoga works in the boardroom too I'm here to make wellness fit real life Real wisdom comes from experience This episode features an experienced yoga and meditation instructor reflecting on nearly fifty years in the field. The conversation explores what initially attracted them to these practices, how public perceptions and misunderstandings have changed or persisted, and the nuances of teaching yoga in a variety of settings, from corporate boardrooms to schools and studios. Additional discussion covers how various professional outlets—books, podcasts, radio shows, and classes—come together to serve a unified purpose. The instructor also considers the lessons that only decades of dedication, not certifications, bring. Listeners will gain grounded insights into the realities and lifelong process of yoga and meditation, teaching approaches in diverse environments, and the deeper learnings that emerge from such sustained commitment.

    6 min

  2. 3D AGO

    You Need Moore Jared 🎸

    🎶 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🎶 This week on Healthy Living with Yoga Anita, I’m joined by talented musician Jared Moore. Growing up in a musical family, Jared was inspired by watching and listening to his mom, Heidi Jo Hansen, lead the local band Moonstruck throughout the Gardner/Central MA music scene. Today, Jared is a full-time gig musician performing crowd-favorite covers while also writing and recording his own original music. During the show, Jared performed his first recorded single, “Siren Song,” released in 2021 during Covid, and gave listeners an exclusive premiere of a brand-new song that will appear on his upcoming album planned for release this October! 🎸🎤 If you love discovering local talent, original music, and inspiring creative journeys, you won’t want to miss this episode. Follow Jared and check out his upcoming performances on Instagram: @needmoorejared #HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #Podcast #LocalMusic #CentralMA #JaredMoore #LiveMusic #OriginalMusic #SirenSong #MusicianLife #SupportLocalArtists #NewMusic #PodcastInterview

    21 min

  3. MAY 2

    Your Money, Your Wellness: A New Approach to Business Success

    Are you building a business—but feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or unsure about your finances? This week on Healthy Living with Yoga Anita, I sit down with Kristin Mason—wife, mom, and business consultant—who is transforming the way entrepreneurs approach money, support, and success. Kristin goes beyond spreadsheets to help business owners: ✔️ Build financial clarity and confidence ✔️ Create accountability and support systems ✔️ Break through the loneliness of entrepreneurship ✔️ Align financial health with overall wellness ✨ “Being present with your money affects your wellness.” – Kristin Mason Kristin also offers free online coffee chats, book clubs, and a supportive community where entrepreneurs can connect, grow, and thrive. 🔗 Learn more: https://ckmasonconsulting.com/ 🎧 Listen to the full episode and start building a business—and life—you feel good about.This episode is sponsored by Dr. Yvonne Andrews of Creating the Change. Learn more about her doula programs at www.creatingthechange.net.#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #KristinMason #EntrepreneurLife #SmallBusinessSupport #FinancialWellness #MoneyMindset #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurSupport #WomenInBusiness #WellnessAndWealth

    19 min

  4. APR 26

    From Diagnosis to $12K Raised: Inspiring MS Story

    ✨ NEW PODCAST EPISODE ✨ What happens when everyday exhaustion turns into something life-changing? This week on Healthy Living with Yoga Anita, I sit down with Marya Fonsh Mielinski, a dedicated teacher at Priest Street School in Leominster, who shares her powerful journey after being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Marya opens up about: 💬 The early signs—extreme fatigue, brain fog, and pain 💬 Facing her biggest fear: falling 💬 How MS affects the body’s myelin 💬 Finding strength through community After not feeling ready her first year, Marya came back stronger—raising $10,000 in 2025 and already $12,000 this year for the Walk MS Worcester 🙌 She’ll even be honored before the walk on May 2, 2026—a true testament to resilience, courage, and community support (including a generous boost from Susan’s Nails 💅). This is a story of perseverance, gratitude, and what’s possible when people come together.This episode is sponsored by Dr. Yvonne Andrews of creatingthechange.net#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #MultipleSclerosis #MSAwareness #WalkMS #Inspiration #WellnessJourney #ChronicIllnessWarrior #CommunityStrong #LeominsterMA #PodcastLife #HealthPodcast #MindBodyHealing #Resilience #FundraisingSuccess #RealStories #SupportLocal #Gratitude

    19 min

  5. APR 19

    She Survived War—But the Hardest Battle Was Within

    🎙 NEW EPISODE: Healthy Living with Yoga Anita “I was a combat nurse in Afghanistan… but I came home fighting a battle no one could see.” This week, I sit down with Dr. Liz Tateoka, who shares her deeply personal journey from the front lines of war to the front lines of healing. After 20 years in conventional medicine, Liz faced her own invisible struggle with mental health—an experience that led her to a new path: functional and root cause medicine. 💡 What you’ll learn in this episode: • Why COVID became a turning point in her career • How unresolved trauma can impact physical health • Why the gut is your body’s first line of defense • How functional medicine looks beyond symptoms to true healing This is a powerful conversation about resilience, transformation, and taking control of your health from the inside out. 📞 Ready to take the next step in your health journey? Connect with Dr. Liz and schedule a call: 🌐 whiteonyxmed.com 🎧 Listen now on Healthy Living with Yoga Anita 📍 Streaming on your favorite podcast platforms #HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #FunctionalMedicine #MentalHealthAwareness #GutHealth #RootCauseMedicine #VeteranStories #HolisticHealth #WellnessJourney

    16 min

  6. APR 11

    From Passion to Purpose: Alicia Favreau’s Entrepreneurial Journey

    NEW EPISODE: Healthy Living with Yoga Anita ✨ This week, I sit down with Alicia Favreau — a woman whose journey is as inspiring as her mission. From chef’s apprentice ➡️ massage therapist ➡️ entrepreneur… Alicia has created something truly special with Empower Boutique and Spa 💫 🛍 Inside the boutique: Award-winning self-care gifts — candles, skincare, chocolates & more 💖 95% are from women-owned brands 🌎 Many support causes like domestic violence, human trafficking, homelessness & mental health 💆‍♀️ Plus… you can book facials and massages 🌿 Join sound baths, wellness talks & spa days 🤝 And for business owners — this is your space to grow, collaborate, and shine This isn’t just a shop… it’s a movement. When you support local, you support real people and real change.This episode is sponsored by Dr. Yvonne Andrews of creating the change.net. If you’ve ever felt called to guide others through birth or end-of-life care, Dr. Andrews offers certification programs that combine practical training with deep spiritual insight. Reach out today at yvonneandrews@creatingthechange.net or 978-235-1266 to learn more.#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #ShopSmallBusiness #WomenOwnedBusiness #SupportLocalMA #LeominsterMA #WellnessCommunity #SelfCareWithPurpose #EmpowerLocal #MassageTherapy #HolisticHealth #CommunityOverCompetition #SmallBusinessLove #WellnessPodcast #MindBodySpirit #EntrepreneurLife #SupportWomenOwned #LocalBusinessSpotlight #WellnessJourney #creatingthechange 🎧 Tune in now and be inspired!

    16 min

  7. APR 4

    Healing Beyond Symptoms with Lauren Oliver

    ✨ NEW PODCAST EPISODE ✨ This week on Healthy Living with Yoga Anita, I’m joined by special guest Lauren Oliver, Yoga Therapist & Integrated Health Coach. Lauren is passionate about helping individuals and teams create sustainable health and well-being through personalized coaching, group classes, and transformational programs—both online and in person. At The Vibrant Body, Lauren’s approach goes beyond symptom management. She focuses on restoring connection through a powerful blend of evidence-based practices and deep energetic awareness. 💫 The result?Less pain.More peace.And the clarity to trust your body again. If you’re ready to feel better in your body and your life, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 🎧 Listen now and discover how true wellness is built from the inside out.#HealthyLivingWithYogaAnita #PodcastLaunch #NewEpisode #YogaTherapy #HolisticHealth #MindBodyConnection #WellnessPodcast #StressRelief #ChronicPainRelief #SelfHealing #IntegrativeHealth #FeelBetterLiveBetter #WellnessJourney #EnergyHealing #CorporateWellness #PersonalGrowth #HealingJourney

    16 min

  8. MAR 28

    7,000 Points to Wellness: Unlocking the Body Through Reflexology

    ✨ NEW PODCAST EPISODE ✨ I had the pleasure of sitting down with Lourdes Fanjoy, owner of New You Reflexology, serving Central Massachusetts since 2012. Lourdes shares her deep passion for healing through reflexology, including her advanced training in structural reflexology. Did you know your feet have over 7,000 reflex points? By working these points, Lourdes helps open energetic pathways, remove deposits, and support better lymphatic flow—helping your body feel lighter, clearer, and more balanced. We also talk about her exciting move into a new location and her collaboration with an acupuncturist to bring more community wellness events to the area. This is a powerful conversation about how small, intentional touch can create big shifts in your health. 🎧 Tune in now and discover how your feet can support your whole body! #Podcast #HealthyLiving #Reflexology #HolisticHealth #WellnessJourney #LymphaticHealth #StressRelief #NaturalHealing #CentralMA #MindBodyConnection #AlternativeHealing #SelfCare #HealingThroughTouch #YogaAnita #WellnessPodcast

    17 min
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Healthy Living with Yoga Anita is your go-to source for inspiring, informative, and uplifting conversations that support a vibrant, balanced life. Hosted by Anita—an experienced yoga educator and passionate advocate for wellness—each episode features authoritative guests from the healing arts, nonprofits, and charitable organizations, as well as everyday people who are simply having fun and living fully. From holistic health experts and wellness pioneers to community leaders and joyful souls with powerful stories, Healthy Living with Yoga Anita blends wisdom, compassion, and practical tips to help listeners reduce stress, find purpose, and enjoy life more. Whether you're looking for natural health solutions, motivation to move, or a reminder to laugh, this podcast delivers real talk with heart. Tune in to connect, learn, and be inspired—because healthy living is about more than habits; it’s about community, courage, and joy. Follow Yoga Anita on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook and check out her show Healthy Living with Yoga Anita!

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