Ever wonder what a holistic health practitioner gets asked the most? In this episode of Mindful Chats, we cover some of the top questions I get asked by clients. From stress management to gut health, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you feel your best! Here’s what we’re covering: Allergies vs. Food Sensitivities Bloating Intermittent Fasting Improving Sleep Quality Natural Stress Reduction We hope you enjoy this episode! Subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes are released. Keep up with Nicole and Mindful Chats on Instagram @mindfulhealthnyc. Sign up for our newsletter to learn about events, promotions, and exciting holistic health content!  

Join us for today’s episode of Mindful Chats as we welcome Aleena Kanner, a dedicated Postural Restoration specialist, to explore the transformative power of breath work and physical alignment in enhancing overall health. Drawing from her high-performance athletic background in gymnastics and Olympic Weightlifting, Aleena shares her journey of discovering the world of Postural Restoration as a whole body healing modality.  Aleena works nationwide healing and helping people find the root of their physical discomforts - which may not always be soley physical! Whether you're an athlete, at a desk long hours, or simply looking to elevate your well-being, Aleena delivers insights that could be the key to restoring balance and thriving long term.  Offering practical tips and fascinating history of this practice, this episode has something for everyone.    If you would like to learn more about Aleena, you can connect with her on Instagram - @aleenakanner    Visit Aleena's website to learn all the ways to connect with her, and to check out her online educational platform - RootedWell to get started on your own Postural Restoration journey!   Thank you for tuning in! If you like this episode, be sure to subscribe to know when new ones release!    Connect with Nicole on Instagram @mindfulhealthnyc    Sign up for our Newsletter to hear about events, promotions, & fun holistic health content! 

: Welcome to Mindful Chats, and for our first episode of 2025, our focus is detoxing and its amazing healing benefits. In a world full of quick fixes and miracle products, we explore the deeper, more authentic path to holistic cleansing. Think cleansing = starving? Forget about it!   Join us as we shed light on common myths, and the real facts behind detoxing. With a focus on whole-body healing, this episode provides an informative space to learn about a different approach to cleansing and detox, an approach that puts the whole you first.    If you are curious to try a detox, our rigorously curated cleanse free of dairy, gluten, and other common allergens may be a perfect starting point. Explore our 14 Day Cleanse, a natural, restorative detox designed to support your body’s innate healing abilities. Learn more on our website.   Thank you for tuning in! If you like this episode, be sure to subscribe to know when new ones release!    Connect with Nicole on Instagram @mindfulhealthnyc      Sign up for our Newsletter to hear about events, promotions, & fun holistic health content! 

In this episode, we sit down with Sandra Marinelli, the incredible chef, and owner of Brooklyn Organic Kitchen, a culinary haven where nourishment meets health and sustainability.    Sandra shares her journey from finding a love for cooking to entrepreneurship, offering insights into what it means to cook holistically—focusing on the power of organic, locally-sourced ingredients to heal and energize the body.   We dive into her philosophy on food, how she crafts her delicious, nutrient-dense meals, and her commitment to creating a positive impact on the community.    Whether you're an aspiring chef, food enthusiast, or someone simply looking for ways to live a healthier, more mindful life, this conversation is filled with inspiration, tips, and practical advice.   Join us as Sandra reveals the secrets behind Brooklyn Organic Kitchen's success, and how food can be a transformative force in our overall well-being.     As always, thank you so much for listening, we hope you enjoyed today’s episode! -- Learn more about Sandra and Brooklyn Organic Kitchen on the Website    Connect with Brooklyn Organic Kitchen @brooklynorganickitchen   Want more Mindful Health? Connect with Nicole on Instagram @mindfulhealthnyc    Sign up for our Newsletter to hear about events, promotions, & fun holistic health content!   

Welcome to this week's episode of Mindful Chats, where we dive deep into the foundational energy center of the body: the Root Chakra. The Root Chakra is the first of the seven major chakras and plays a critical role in personal stability. In this episode, I talk about the significance of the Root Chakra and it’s connection to your physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. You’ll learn: How an imbalanced Root Chakra can manifest physically and emotionally How an imbalanced Root Chakra can affect your health, relationships, and finances Practical tips for healing and grounding your Root Chakra Powerful mindfulness and breathing exercises to activate your Root Chakra Whether you're new to chakra work or a seasoned practitioner, this episode offers valuable insights to help you feel more grounded, centered, and secure in your daily life. Tune in to discover how a healthy Root Chakra can lay the foundation for growth and balance in every area of your life. Don’t forget to subscribe and leave a review if you find this episode helpful!  Keep up with Mindful Chats on Instagram @mindfulhealthnyc  Take our Chakra Quiz to learn which Chakra may be out of balance.  Interested in a more in depth 1:1 Chakra Evaluation? Book an online or in-person session with Nicole by visiting our website  Sign up for our Newsletter to hear about events, promotions, & fun holistic health content!   

Today we sit down with Gena Bradshaw, a holistic healer and entrepreneur who has a truly inspiring story. As a two-time cancer survivor, Gena approaches her life and business with infectious positivity and relentless optimism. Hear Gena’s story, and be inspired to discover your purpose and step into your most thriving self.    Gena is a holistic health and energy coach, author, speaker, and two-time cancer survivor who has experienced loss of health. Her windy journey has brought her to the other side of being able to help others thrive in their health and lives through a holistic approach. Combining science and spirituality is Gena’s core focus and she has been in the health, fitness, and wellness industry for over a decade.   In this incredibly insightful episode, Gena shares her path into holistic healing, her own practice and business, her philosophy on physical and emotional healing, sound as a healing medium, all with the goal of unlocking one’s soul purpose. There is truly something for everyone to take away from this episode.    As always, thank you so much for listening, we hope you enjoyed today’s episode!   Learn more about Gena on her Website    Connect with Gena on Instagram —-- Connect with Mindful Chats on Instagram @mindfulhealthnyc   Sign up for our Newsletter to hear about events, promotions, & fun holistic health content!

Have you been feeling overwhelmed, confused, or anxious about the state of the world? You are most definitely not alone! It seems like everyday there is something new to worry about, and having that constant, underlying stress, is so bad for our mental and physical health.    Today’s episode will explore the influences that may be negatively impacting us, how to navigate your exposure to them, ways you can incorporate positivity with more ease, and how to take care of yourself amongst the uncertainty.   Now more than ever it’s critical to lean into what makes us feel our best. Prioritizing self care is crucial, and I hope today’s episode can be a loving reminder to take a step back and look at what’s most important - you and your wellness.    We hope you enjoyed this episode! Subscribe to be the first to know when new episodes release.    Keep up with Nicole, and Mindful Chats on Instagram @mindfulhealthnyc    Sign up for our Newsletter to learn about events, promotions, & fun holistic health content!

Mindful Chats is joined by Lindsay Fauntleroy, a multifaceted healer whose journey and practice is nothing short of inspiring. Lindsay Fauntleroy is a licensed acupuncturist and the founder of The Spirit Seed, a school that offers personal and professional development courses that are rooted in ancestral understandings of health, humanity, nature, and the cosmos.   Lindsay shares her journey as a healer, exploring what inspired her to focus on Flower Essence Therapy. Lindsay offers her insight about the wide range of powerful benefits Flower Essences can have in our daily lives, and how to determine which flower essence is right for you.  Lindsay also goes into what inspired the Spirit Seed School, and her most recent book,  In Our Element: Using the Five Elements of Soul Medicine to Unleash your Personal Power. Lindsay also has her own line of flower essences remedies,  the Elementals, which  are available nationally and internationally.  Hope you enjoyed today’s episode!  You can learn more about Lindsay by visiting the Spirit Seed   Follow Linsday on Instagram - @Lindsayfaunt  - Connect with Mindful Chats on Instagram @mindfulhealthnyc  Sign up for our Newsletter to hear about events, promotions, & fun holistic health content!

Curious to work with the Chakras but not sure where to start? You've found the right place. Whether you’re new to Chakras or have been exploring for a long time, this episode will be your guide.  Today we dive into the Chakra System, one of the most ancient practices of Holistic Energy Healing that we know.  The Chakras encompass energetic centers in your body, and without knowing it these centers can become unbalanced, resulting in a whole host of potentially unpleasant side effects.  This episode will cover each Chakra point, what an energy imbalance may feel like, and holistic solutions to open your Chakras and ease any related symptoms.   Use this Quiz to determine which of your Chakras needs balancing.    Enjoy this episode? We'd love for you to follow and join our holistic health community!  Keep up with Mindful Chats on Instagram @mindfulhealthnyc   Interested in a more in depth 1:1 Chakra Evaluation? Book an online or in-person session with Nicole by visiting our website  Sign up for our Newsletter to hear about events, promotions, & fun holistic health content!

Marci Hopkins joins Mindful Chats to share her inspiring story of overcoming addiction, and stepping into her most empowered self. Marci opens up about her childhood and family, and how drinking eventually became her escape, a response to intense emotional states like anxiety and depression. Eventually, the addiction to alcohol followed into her career and family, where she decided to make a change for the better.    Now, Marci is an award winning speaker, host, and Author of the book, “Chaos to Clarity: Seeing the Signs and Breaking the Cycles”. Marci shares her story to inspire others to make positive changes, and find their purpose. Drawing from her time working through the 12 Steps, Marci advocates for a holistic approach, emphasizing the role of gratitude, spirituality, and physical activity in achieving long term sobriety and well being. Marci offers insight on personal responsibility, and grounded, empathetic advice for how to best show up for the people in our lives who may need it.    To learn more about Marci’s work, you can find her on Instagram @wake_up_with_marci    Enjoy this episode? We think you may also like these:   Balancing Energies: Embracing the Divine Feminine with Vanessa DeCastillo (apple)   Conquering Fear of Change: Holistic Tools for Stress and Anxiety  (apple)   —------------   Balancing Energies: Embracing the Divine Feminine with Vanessa DeCastillo (spotify)   Conquering Fear of Change: Holistic Tools for Stress and Anxiety  (spotify)   Keep up with Mindful Chats on Instagram @mindfulhealthnyc    Visit our website and sign up for our Newsletter to hear about events, promotions, & fun holistic health content!