Wellness In Every Season

Autumn Carter
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Wellness in Every Season is a twice-weekly wellness podcast exploring burnout prevention, nervous system regulation, sustainable wellness, leadership wellbeing, and intentional living through honest conversations and practical tools for growth-minded adults.

  1. 1d ago ·  Video

    Ergonomics for the Modern Work Environment

    Ergonomics for the Modern Work Environment — Christina RussoYour desk, chair, bed, car, phone, and even the way you work from the couch can influence how your body feels. And sometimes the solution isn’t buying another product labeled “ergonomic.” In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn talks with Christina Russo, a licensed occupational therapist and Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist with more than 10 years of experience in workplace ergonomics and injury prevention. Christina is the Office Ergonomics Program Director with The Rising Workplace, where she helps individuals and organizations create safer, more comfortable, and productive environments. Together, Autumn and Christina explore ergonomics beyond the traditional office—and the small adjustments that can make a surprisingly big difference in how you move, work, sleep, and feel. What You’ll Learn 💻 What an ergonomic workspace actually looks like and the most common problems Christina sees.🪑 Why your chair is the foundation of your workstation and how poor positioning can create a domino effect throughout the body.🐢 How forward-head posture can develop when your chair, desk, or monitor isn’t positioned appropriately.⌨️ Why desk height matters and why a standard-height desk isn’t automatically the right height for your body.🧍 How neutral positioning can reduce unnecessary strain on your muscles and joints.🛏️ How ergonomics applies to sleep, including mattress firmness, pillow placement, side sleeping, back sleeping, and spinal alignment.🚗 Why your car matters too—and some of the adjustments people overlook when positioning the seat and steering wheel.📱 How phones and tablets can contribute to uncomfortable positioning, especially when we’re repeatedly looking downward.🏠 How virtual ergonomic assessments work and why photos can reveal problems you might never notice yourself.💰 Why you don’t necessarily need an expensive ergonomic chair, mouse, or complete office makeover. Sometimes the equipment you already own simply needs to be adjusted.🏢 Why workplace ergonomics can matter to employers, from employee comfort and productivity to injury prevention, absenteeism, and retention.One of Christina’s biggest messages is simple: set the environment up for the person using it. A desk that works beautifully for someone who is 6’2” may not work for someone who is 5’2”. A chair may be technically “ergonomic” and still be completely wrong for your body. Even moving to someone else’s workstation for the day may mean taking a few minutes to readjust everything. Think about what you do when you get into someone else’s car: you move the seat, adjust the mirrors, and position the steering wheel before driving. Your workspace deserves the same attention. 🎁 Enter to Win a One-Hour Ergonomic Assessment With Christina Want Christina to take a closer look at your setup? Share this episode, remove or cover any identifying information from your screenshot, and email the screenshot to: autumn@wellnessineveryseason.com You’ll be entered for a chance to receive a complimentary one-hour virtual ergonomic assessment with Christina. Use the session to explore your office setup, remote-work environment, or other ergonomic questions and learn how your environment can better fit your body. Continue the Conversation 🌿 How much does movement matter compared with having the “perfect” ergonomic setup? Can staying in one supposedly good position for hours still cause problems? Christina continues the conversation in the Wellness in Every Season Companion newsletter. Join here:  https://www.wellnessineveryseason.com/freeresources Connect With Christina Russo + The Rising Workplace The Rising Workplace: https://www.risingworkplace.com/ Instagram: @therisingworkplace Email: connect@risingworkplace.com Phone: 828-214-5045 The Rising Workplace offers ergonomic assessments and training for office and remote workers as well as healthcare, laboratory, and manufacturing environments. Ergonomics Certification & Education Interested in learning how to assess ergonomics yourself or bringing that knowledge into your workplace? The Rising Workplace also offers professional ergonomics courses and certifications: https://www.risingworkplace.com/education-certifications For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings."

  2. 5d ago ·  Video

    Nutrition and Endometriosis

    Nutrition and Endometriosis — What Does the Research Actually Say?Search for what to eat with endometriosis, and it doesn’t take long to find a long list of foods you’re supposedly supposed to eliminate. But is there actually an “endometriosis diet”? In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn talks with Emily Arthur, RD, also known as Emily the Period RD, a registered dietitian and endometriosis nutrition educator specializing in reproductive health. Emily takes a weight-inclusive, eating disorder-informed approach to nutrition and helps people understand how food may support endometriosis care—without unnecessarily restricting foods, fearing what they eat, or assuming one diet will work for everyone. What You’ll Learn 🌿 What endometriosis is and why symptoms can extend beyond painful periods.🥗 What research actually tells us about nutrition and endometriosis—and why there currently isn’t one established “endometriosis diet.”🫒 Where the Mediterranean diet fits in and why its overall nutritional pattern may be beneficial.🚫 Why eliminating gluten, dairy, FODMAPs, or other foods isn’t automatically necessary for everyone with endometriosis.🍽️ Why eating enough comes first. Restricting food because eating feels uncomfortable can sometimes create additional challenges.🌾 How fiber may help—and why increasing it too quickly can leave you feeling worse rather than better.🫐 The power of adding rather than eliminating, including gradually increasing nutrient-dense, fiber-rich and antioxidant-rich foods.🧠 How pain, digestion, stress, nutrition, and the pelvic floor can interact rather than functioning as completely separate parts of health.❤️ How to make nutrition changes without damaging your relationship with food, particularly for someone with a history of disordered eating.Emily emphasizes something that applies far beyond endometriosis: nutrition is individual. Someone struggling with significant digestive symptoms may need a very different approach from someone whose primary concern is pain, energy, menstrual symptoms, or fertility. That’s one reason personalized assessment can matter more than following a restrictive food list found online. And sometimes the starting point isn’t removing anything at all. It may simply be eating enough, eating consistently, gradually adding variety, and rebuilding trust in your body. Continue the Conversation 🌿 Endometriosis can affect pain, digestion, energy, periods, and fertility. Does nutrition need to look different depending on which symptoms or goals someone is trying to address? Emily continues this conversation in the Wellness in Every Season Companion newsletter. Join us at:  https://www.wellnessineveryseason.com/freeresources Connect With Emily Arthur, RD Emily The Period RD: https://www.emilytheperiodrd.ca Instagram: @emilytheperiodrd Vocal: https://vocal.media/authors/emily-the-period-rd Brant Nutrition: https://www.brantnutrition.com Endometriosis360: https://www.endometriosis360.ca Endometriosis360 Beyond Borders: https://endometriosis360.ca/beyond-borders/program-getting-started/ A Note About Your Health Endometriosis is a medical condition, and nutrition is not a replacement for appropriate medical evaluation or treatment. Nutrition may be one part of a broader, individualized care plan. If you experience significant menstrual or pelvic pain, digestive symptoms, fertility concerns, or other symptoms affecting your quality of life, consider discussing them with a qualified healthcare professional. For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings."

  3. Oct 16 ·  Video

    What is Homeopathy

    What Is Homeopathy? — Pamela KleinYou may have heard the word homeopathy without really knowing what it means. How does a homeopath choose a remedy? Why might two people with the same complaint receive completely different recommendations? And what actually happens during a homeopathic consultation? In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn talks with Pamela Klein, a classically trained homeopath who has practiced for more than 25 years and works with clients both in the San Diego area and virtually. Pam explains the principles behind classical homeopathy, including the concept of “like cures like,” individualized remedy selection, different preparations and potencies, and what homeopaths mean when they talk about the “vital force.” She also walks Autumn through the unusually detailed process she uses to learn about each person rather than focusing solely on a diagnosis or isolated symptom. Together, Autumn and Pam explore: 🌿 What homeopathy is—and how it differs from herbal medicine🔎 Why a homeopath may ask detailed questions beyond someone’s primary complaint👥 Why two people with similar symptoms might receive different homeopathic recommendations📚 How homeopaths organize and research thousands of traditional remedies🧩 Pam’s approach to looking for patterns across a person’s experiences💬 The value of having time and space to describe what you’re experiencing🌱 How Pam thinks about the “vital force” and healing🩺 Where homeopathy may fit alongside someone’s broader healthcare choices📱 Why Pam cautions against choosing remedies solely from generalized recommendations on social media🤝 What working with a trained homeopath can look likeOne theme runs throughout the conversation: being deeply heard matters. Whatever healthcare approaches you choose, understanding your symptoms, asking questions, noticing patterns, and being an active participant in your care can be valuable parts of your wellness journey. Connect With Pamela Klein Homeopathy To Heal www.homeopathytoheal.com Blog: homeopathytoheal.wordpress.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/pamelaklein/ Facebook: facebook.com/pamela.h.klein/ Email: pam@homeopathytoheal.com Pam offers a complimentary 20+ minute Get Acquainted Call for people interested in learning more about her approach. You can also subscribe to her biweekly homeopathy newsletter through her website. Important Note This episode explores homeopathy and Pam’s experiences and beliefs as a homeopathic practitioner. Homeopathy is an alternative-health practice, and its proposed mechanisms—including concepts such as the “vital force” and highly diluted remedies retaining therapeutic effects—are not established by current mainstream scientific evidence. This conversation is for educational purposes and should not replace diagnosis or treatment from a qualified healthcare professional. Do not delay or discontinue necessary medical care or prescribed medication based on information discussed in this episode. For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings."

  4. Oct 12 ·  Video

    Whole-Body MRI Screening — Is More Testing Always Better?

    Could getting more medical tests actually create more problems than they solve? MRI technology has transformed modern medicine, allowing physicians to see inside the body with remarkable detail. But when it comes to whole-body MRI screening for otherwise healthy adults, does finding more information necessarily lead to better health? In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn welcomes Dr. Matthew S. Davenport, MD, MBA, Professor of Radiology and Urology at Michigan Medicine, practicing radiologist, researcher, and nationally recognized expert in medical imaging. Drawing on his clinical experience and published research, Dr. Davenport explains what MRI scans can reveal, what they can miss, and why the decision to undergo medical imaging deserves careful consideration. Autumn also shares her experiences with MRI scans, unexpected findings, and the emotional and financial stress that can follow additional testing. What You’ll Learn 🧠 What MRI can detect: From tumors and cysts to muscle changes, arthritis, and other abnormalities.🔍 MRI vs. ultrasound: Why different imaging technologies serve different purposes.🩺 Whole-body MRI screening: Why screening healthy, average-risk adults is different from imaging someone with a specific medical concern.⚠️ Incidental findings: What happens when a scan discovers something unexpected that may never cause harm.💰 The hidden costs of testing: How one finding can trigger additional appointments, scans, expenses, and uncertainty.❤️ The emotional impact: Why unnecessary testing can create anxiety rather than reassurance.🎧 Making MRI scans more comfortable: Practical considerations for claustrophobia, noise, and scan-related anxiety.🤝 Shared decision-making: How to work with your physician to determine whether a test is appropriate for your individual circumstances.One of the most important concepts Dr. Davenport introduces is the cascade of care—when an initial test leads to additional investigations that may not ultimately improve someone’s health. He also emphasizes that the value of medical testing depends on your individual risk, symptoms, medical history, and the likelihood that a test will identify something that can meaningfully improve your health. The takeaway? More information isn’t automatically better information. Understanding the potential benefits, limitations, and consequences of medical testing can help you become a more informed participant in your healthcare decisions. Continue the Conversation 🌿 What scientific evidence would be needed before whole-body MRI screening could reasonably be recommended for an average-risk adult? Dr. Davenport explores this question further in our companion newsletter. Join the Wellness in Every Season newsletter: https://www.wellnessineveryseason.com/freeresources Learn More About Dr. Matthew S. Davenport Dr. Davenport is the William Martel Professor of Radiology and Professor of Urology at the University of Michigan. He has published more than 275 peer-reviewed manuscripts and contributed to national radiology policy statements. Professional Profile — Michigan Medicine: https://medschool.umich.edu/profile/2315/matthew-s-davenport Research & Additional Resources Elective MRI Screening of the General Public—Buyer Beware Matthew S. Davenport, MD, MBA, and Scott B. Reeder, MD, PhD JAMA, June 2026 https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42090131/ This article examines considerations surrounding elective MRI screening of the general population. American College of Radiology For information about medical imaging, MRI safety, and contrast materials: https://www.acr.org/ Important Note This episode is intended for educational purposes and does not replace individualized medical advice. MRI is an important diagnostic tool when clinically indicated, but the benefits of elective whole-body screening in asymptomatic, average-risk adults have not been established. Discuss your individual risks, symptoms, and screening needs with a qualified healthcare professional. For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings."

  5. Oct 9 ·  Video

    Love Your Body

    Episode 251: Love Your Body — Anne PoirierWhat would change if you stopped treating your body like a problem that constantly needed to be fixed? In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn talks with Anne Poirier, Body Image and Body Neutrality Women’s Wellness Coach and founder of Shaping Perspectives, about body shame, self-criticism, eating disorders, changing bodies, and learning to build a kinder relationship with the body you live in. Anne’s work grew from her own experience with self-loathing, disordered eating, compulsive exercise, and years of trying to change her body. Eventually, she began asking a different question: instead of constantly trying to make her body acceptable, could she learn to respect and care for it? Together, Autumn and Anne explore: ❤️ Why body acceptance doesn’t have to begin with loving everything you see in the mirror🧠 How negative body image consumes mental and emotional energy👗 Why the clothes not fitting may be a problem with the clothes—not your body📸 How body shame can keep us out of pictures, pools, relationships, opportunities, and experiences🏃‍♀️ The difference between caring for your body and trying to punish it into changing💭 How our beliefs about weight, beauty, aging, food, and exercise are formed👩‍👧 How the way adults talk about their own bodies can influence the next generation🛠️ Autumn’s “Swiss Army knife” approach to wellness: caring for your body so it can help you do the things you want to do throughout your life🌱 Why body respect and body neutrality can be meaningful steps when “body love” feels too far away🫶 The importance of seeking professional support when body image struggles, disordered eating, or mental health concerns become overwhelmingYour body will change. It has already changed. The goal doesn’t have to be keeping it frozen at one particular weight, shape, age, or version of yourself. Perhaps the better question is: How can I care for this body so we can keep experiencing life together? Connect With Anne Poirier Shaping Perspectives:  shapingperspectives.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/anne.poirier.10 Look for Anne’s free Body Confidence Unlocked e-book, along with her books The Body Joyful, The Body Neutrality Playbook, and Not a Fat Annie. A Note for Listeners This conversation includes discussion of eating disorders, body shame, disordered eating, compulsive exercise, weight, and mental health. If these topics are difficult for you or you are struggling with an eating disorder or your mental health, consider reaching out to an appropriately qualified healthcare or mental health professional for individualized support. For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings."

  6. Oct 5 ·  Video

    If I Can See Fine, Why Do I Need an Eye Exam

    If you can see clearly, do you really need an eye exam? Yes—and your vision is only part of the reason. In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn talks with Kevin M. Jackson, OD, MPH, an optometrist and Associate Professor in Preventive Medicine and Biostatistics at the Uniformed Services University, about what our eyes can reveal about both eye health and overall health. Dr. Jackson explains why 20/20 vision doesn’t necessarily mean your eyes are healthy, including how conditions such as glaucoma can progress before someone notices obvious changes in vision. He also discusses how examining the eyes gives healthcare professionals a unique look at blood vessels and nervous-system structures—and why findings during an eye exam can sometimes point toward broader health concerns. Autumn and Dr. Jackson also get practical about everyday eye care, including: 👁️ When children and adults should have comprehensive eye exams🚨 Eye symptoms that shouldn’t wait for a routine appointment🏓 Why eye protection matters in sports—including pickleball👓 The difference between opticians, optometrists, and ophthalmologists🩺 Health conditions and risk factors that may require more frequent eye care😴 What contact lens wearers should know about sleeping and napping in their lenses🦠 Contact lens hygiene, illness, and replacing lens cases💧 Simple habits that may help support the eyelids and tear film🧠 Why protecting your eyesight is part of protecting your long-term wellnessThe takeaway is simple: an eye exam isn’t just a test of how well you can read the letters on a chart. Taking care of your eyes before something feels wrong gives you and your eye-care professional an opportunity to identify changes earlier, protect your vision, and make eye health part of your preventive wellness routine. Learn More From Dr. Kevin Jackson Uniformed Services University profile:  https://www.usuhs.edu/profile/kevin-jackson-od-mph LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-jackson-5a155467/ For reliable eye-health information, Dr. Jackson also recommends resources from the American Optometric Association, American Academy of Ophthalmology, and National Eye Institute. Disclaimer: The opinions and assertions expressed in this episode are those of Dr. Kevin Jackson and Autumn Carter and do not reflect the official policy or position of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences or the U.S. Department of Defense. This episode is for general educational purposes and is not a substitute for individualized medical or eye care. For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings."

  7. Oct 2 ·  Video

    What If Getting Help Made You a Better Parent?

    What If Getting Help Made You a Better Parent? — Tiffany GreenWhat if getting help with your children didn’t mean you were doing less as a parent—but actually gave you more capacity to be the parent you want to be? In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn talks with Tiffany Green, owner of Nounou Nanny, a boutique nanny placement agency serving Washington, DC and Northern Virginia, about the mental and physical load of parenting—and why parents were never meant to carry all of it alone. They explore the pressure many parents feel to succeed at work, maintain their relationships, manage their homes, raise their children, and somehow take care of themselves at the same time. Tiffany explains how creating a trusted support system can give parents breathing room while also adding another caring adult to a child’s world. Autumn also shares her own experiences finding childcare, including the difference it made when her family finally found a babysitter who truly clicked with their children. In this conversation, they explore: 🌿 Why accepting childcare help can feel so difficult🧠 The often-invisible mental load parents carry❤️ How support can create more capacity for your relationship, work, wellness, and parenting🏡 Why raising children with a “village” doesn’t have to mean having family nearby👶 The difference between finding someone who can watch your children and finding someone who genuinely fits your family🤝 Why trust, communication, emotional maturity, and reliability matter in a caregiver💰 Ways to create support even when a professional nanny isn’t financially realistic🧑‍🍼 How mother’s helpers, teenagers, babysitters, friends, neighbors, and community can all become part of a family’s support system💭 Why parents may need to identify their actual pain points before deciding what kind of help they needGetting help doesn’t have to mean stepping away from parenting. Sometimes it means creating enough space to return to your children with more patience, energy, and presence. And sometimes building your village starts simply by admitting: I don’t need to do every part of this myself. Connect With Tiffany Green + Nounou Nanny Website:  https://nounou-nanny.com/ Instagram:  @nounou_nanny For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings."

  8. Sep 28 ·  Video

    The Art of Delegation

    The Art of Delegation — Gina CotnerWhat if the next step in your success isn’t learning how to do more—but learning what you no longer need to do yourself? In this episode of Wellness in Every Season, Autumn talks with Gina Cotner, founder and CEO of Athena Executive Services, about the art of delegation and why learning to let go can be an important part of preventing burnout, developing stronger teams, and creating a life outside of work. Gina’s company pairs successful entrepreneurs and executives with part-time virtual executive assistants, giving her a front-row seat to one of the challenges many high-achieving people face: they’ve become successful by being extremely capable, but eventually their goals become bigger than what one person can reasonably carry. Autumn and Gina explore why delegation can feel so uncomfortable, how to decide what actually requires your attention, and why someone else doing something 80% as well as you might be far more valuable than you doing everything yourself. They also take delegation beyond productivity. What happens when the hours you get back are intentionally invested in sleep, exercise, relationships, hobbies, health, or simply having room to think? Gina shares how delegation has helped her build a business while working roughly 15 hours a week and making space for passions like competitive pickleball, golf, and caring for her long-term health. You’ll also hear Gina’s powerful “crow’s nest” analogy for leadership: a leader’s job isn’t necessarily to stay on deck doing the work alongside everyone else. Sometimes your greatest value comes from getting high enough above the day-to-day work to see what’s coming next. This conversation explores delegation, accountability, trust, boundaries, leadership, burnout prevention, and the uncomfortable work of getting out of your team’s way. And one simple challenge may change how you approach help altogether: the next time someone genuinely offers to help you, what if you simply say yes? Connect with Gina Cotner Athena Executive Services https://www.athenaexecutiveservices.com/ Learn more about working with a part-time virtual Executive Assistant through Athena Executive Services. Gina also shares during the episode that listeners who mention hearing about Athena through Wellness in Every Season can receive bonus hours at no additional cost on their second invoice. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/athenaea/ Social: @ginacotner_ Continue the Conversation We’re taking this conversation one step further in the Wellness in Every Season Companion newsletter, including Gina’s thoughts on an important question we didn’t have time to fully explore during the episode: How do you find the right executive assistant—and recognize sooner when someone isn’t the right fit for the role you actually need? Join the newsletter at wellnessineveryseason.com to continue the conversation. For more wellness tips and exclusive content, join my newsletter! Sign up now at https://wellness-in-every-season.kit.com/5-days-to-mastering-mornings-and-evenings receive a free 5-day guide called "Awaken and Unwind: 5 Days to Mastering Life's Mornings and Evenings."

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  • Creator
    Autumn Carter
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    252
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Wellness In Every Season
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