WELLNESS RUNS DEEP – Welcome to ”Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess.” Ready to reclaim your health, feel energized, and reach your full potential? Join me, Jess, as I share powerful insights on mastering your mindset, boosting thyroid health, effective weight management, and much more. I understand your desire for holistic health and will guide you with actionable tips and expert advice to take control of your wellness journey. Subscribe now and start your transformation. Your ...
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Jessica Milner Podcasts
Welcome to the podcast focused on the care and growth of owners and operators of early Learning and Childcare. Here you will find webinar replays with industry subject matter experts, peer owners and operators and have an opportunity to explore new as well as tested ideas to help better engage your team and families,, to grow your reputation and enrollments and optimize your profitability. Download and click on the notifications link so you will know when the next podcast is released!
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When the Sun Hides: Keep Your Vitamin D (and Your Vibe) Up All Winter
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16:18Short days, low sun, lower mood? You’re not broken—your body’s asking for a different kind of support. In this gentle, science-meets-soul episode, I explain why many of us can’t synthesize vitamin D in late fall/winter (hello, latitude + UVB angles) and how that ties into fatigue, brain fog, immune dips, and hormone wobble. Then we map a calm, doab…
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ECE CEO Biography: The Architecture of Leadership, Insights from Jason Lody CEO of Eventus Education
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1:05:53Join Tony D'Agostino for an exclusive, premium podcast series that dives into the journeys of top leaders in Early Childhood Education. Each episode uncovers the real stories behind ECE CEOs, their biggest wins, toughest lessons, and what sets them apart in the worlds of childcare, Montessori, and early learning. In this episode, Tony sits down wit…
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In this personal, heart-open episode, I share a season of grief and stress that cracked me open—and how the body stores those moments as real signals, not character flaws. If you’ve ever wondered why certain memories still spike your heart rate, why perimenopause made everything louder, or why “I’m fine” keeps backfiring…this one’s for you. We expl…
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The Spooky Side of Wellness: When Healing Gets Manipulative
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16:22Perimenopause and menopause aren’t personal failures—they’re biology. Yet too many programs prey on pain points with “balance your hormones” promises that don’t match the season your body is in. In this episode, I (Jess Milner—master nutritionist, functional bloodwork specialist, and quantum energy healer) break down the scary side of popular healt…
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Perimenopause Gas Chronicles: Bloat, Solved
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13:07If your mid-day belly sounds like a marching band and your 2 PM bloat makes your 8 AM jeans a distant memory—you’re not alone. In this episode, I (Jess Milner—functional bloodwork specialist, master nutritionist, and quantum energy healer) break down the real reasons perimenopause turns digestion into “traffic-jam city,” and the simple, gentle step…
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Think you’re burned out—or just out of season? In this episode, I (Jess—functional bloodwork specialist, clinical nutritionist, and quantum energy healer) unpack why fall is a biological downshift and how fighting it creates brain fog, anxiety, wired-and-tired nights, and stubborn weight. We’ll talk circadian rhythm basics, why shorter days call fo…
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Shadow Season: Nourishing the Parts We Hide
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19:29Welcome to a softer way to heal this fall. In “Shadow Season,” I (Jess—Functional Bloodwork Specialist, Master Nutritionist, and Quantum Energy Healer) unpack why emotions bubble up as the days get shorter—and how nourishing the parts you usually hide can steady your hormones, mood, and energy. We’ll connect autumn’s rhythm to Traditional Chinese M…
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Mold in Your Mug? How to Pick Cleaner Coffee
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10:26Most people treat coffee as their lifeline… but what if your daily cup is secretly draining your energy, wrecking your gut, and spiking your hormones? In this episode of Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess, I break down: Why some coffees trigger bloat, reflux, headaches, or bathroom sprints The hidden dangers of acidic, pesticide-lade…
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ECE CEO Biography: A Mission-Driven Journey to Transform Early Childhood Education with Jo Kirchner, CEO of Primrose Schools
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1:04:21Join Tony D'Agostino for an exclusive, premium podcast series that dives into the journeys of top leaders in Early Childhood Education. Each episode uncovers the real stories behind ECE CEOs, their biggest wins, toughest lessons, and what sets them apart in the worlds of childcare, Montessori, and early learning. In this episode, Tony sits down wit…
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Stop Fighting the World—Start Healing Your Nervous System
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10:55Do you ever notice how every headline, debate, or hot topic demands that you pick a side? No wonder your nervous system feels like it’s stuck in fight-or-flight. In this episode of Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess, we’ll explore: How to spot borrowed emotions—and return them to sender without guilt A simple 60-second hand-over-hear…
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Harvest Your Serotonin: Fall Foods for a Calmer You
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17:38I’m Jess—Clinical Nutritionist, Functional Bloodwork Specialist, and Quantum Energy Healer—and today we’re trading “comfort food” for nervous-system food. As we move into autumn, your gut (where ~90% of serotonin is made) is begging for seasonal support. In this episode I share the simple good-mood foods I use with clients and at home to steady blo…
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Kids Don’t Fake Healing: Emotion Code for Little Nervous Systems
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16:54"Why is my child so moody? Why won’t they sleep? Why do they struggle to focus or behave?" If you’ve ever asked yourself these questions — you’re not alone, and it’s not your fault. Today we’re talking about Emotion Code for kids. This work changed my home first: my daughter’s struggles nudged me to get certified, and what I saw next in children (a…
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Alignment in the Chaos: Permission to Be Human
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14:40Back-to-school, heatwaves, missing workbooks, last-minute dollar-store runs… and still, alignment is possible. In this episode of Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess, we trade perfectionism for presence and build gentle rhythms that actually fit your real life. You’ll learn: Why “alignment” isn’t flawless planning—it’s being supported…
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The Messy Middle: Where Healing, Peace & Real Life Meet
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21:06Today we’re getting honest about the myth of “doing it all.” From clinical days in NJ to homeschooling in Idaho, my rhythm has changed a dozen times—and that’s the point. Your nervous system doesn’t need perfection; it needs alignment. In this episode, I share how I stopped multitasking, let go of the labels (holistic vs. conventional, super-mom vs…
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You’re Not Doing Wellness Wrong — Escaping the All-or-Nothing Trap
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14:07What if the problem isn’t you—it’s the pressure to pick a side? In this episode, I will talk about the toxic “all-or-nothing” mindset that so many women face when it comes to wellness, nutrition, parenting, and just being human. Whether it’s being shamed for seeing a conventional doctor, judged for letting your kids eat ice cream 🍦, or feeling stuc…
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How Showing Emotion Became Taboo & How to Undo It
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18:20For generations, we’ve been told to “pull it together,” “man up,” or “go cry in private.” But here’s the truth: emotions aren’t weakness—they’re biology. And when you suppress them, you’re not just silencing your feelings… you’re storing stress, trauma, and imbalance deep in your body. In this episode, I’m exposing the hidden history of why showing…
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Time Tuning: Beat Burnout & Clear Stagnant Energy
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14:05Burnout isn’t a productivity issue. It’s an alignment issue. In this episode of Wellness Blueprints, we’re getting real about what’s behind the exhaustion spiral. Spoiler: it’s not just your schedule—it’s your energy. And no, another planner won’t fix it (but go ahead and color-code if it soothes your soul). Here’s what we unpack: Why sticking to a…
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Alignment Over Achievement: The End of Burnout Culture
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16:27Feeling like you're always “almost there” before you crash again? In this episode of Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots, I—Jess Milner, Clinical Nutritionist, Functional Bloodwork Specialist & Quantum Energy Healer—dismantle the myth that burnout is just “doing too much.” What if your crash cycle has more to do with misalignment, trauma-coded …
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ECE CEO Biography: Building Legacy Leadership with CEO of Lionheart, Jeff Lamb
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1:11:15Join Tony D'Agostino for an exclusive, premium podcast series that dives into the journeys of top leaders in Early Childhood Education. Each episode uncovers the real stories behind ECE CEOs, their biggest wins, toughest lessons, and what sets them apart in the worlds of childcare, Montessori, and early learning. In this episode, Tony sits down wit…
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Girl, Rest. Your Hustle is Hijacking Your Healing.
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13:59"Rest is not a reward—it’s a requirement." In this episode of Wellness Blueprints, I get real about the spiritual, emotional, and biochemical cost of hustle culture. If you're feeling “tired but wired,” running on caffeine and chaos, or secretly ashamed that you just can’t keep up—this one’s for you. We’ll unpack: Why rest is essential for hormone …
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Stop Outsourcing Your Body’s Wisdom. You Know What You Need!
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13:58You know your body—even if you’ve forgotten how to hear it. If you’ve been told your labs are “normal,” your symptoms are “just aging,” or your intuition has been dismissed... this episode is for you. I’m diving into the real reasons your body might be screaming for help—and no, it’s not just hormones or mindset. It’s energy. It’s trauma. It’s unre…
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Frozen by Your To-Do List? How to Break Free From Overwhelm
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16:32Feeling paralyzed by your to-do list? When life gets chaotic—whether you’re prepping for travel, juggling family, or dealing with daily stress—overwhelm can trigger a freeze response in your nervous system. Suddenly, the simple tasks become impossible, and you're stuck in a loop of inaction. In this week’s episode of Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Yo…
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Freedom Looks Like THIS on Your Health Journey
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16:53This week, we’re not just celebrating national freedom—we’re declaring sovereignty over our own health. In this powerful episode, I unpack how women are often trapped by broken systems: Medical gaslighting that says “you’re fine” when you’re falling apart Diet culture lies that keep you obsessed and undernourished Survival mode + generational traum…
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Why Positive Thinking Isn’t Healing You (and Might Be Keeping You Stuck)
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24:21You’ve heard it all before—“Just think positive. Manifest it. Choose joy.” But what if those buzzwords are keeping you stuck? In this episode, I’m calling out the spiritual gaslighting that’s become all too common in the wellness world. If you’ve ever felt like a failure for not healing fast enough, not manifesting hard enough, or not “vibing high”…
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Summer vs. Perimenopause: How to Keep Your Cool When Hormones Go Wild
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20:51Summer’s here—and you’re hotter, puffier, crankier, and more exhausted than ever. Sound familiar? In this episode, I’m breaking down why perimenopause and summer are a chaotic combo (nope, it’s not just in your head)—from hot flashes and blood sugar crashes to dehydration, diet chaos, and emotional meltdowns. You’ll learn what’s actually happening …
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ECE CEO Biography: What It Takes To Lead and win featuring Dean Pappous, CEO of The Gardner School
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1:03:41Get ready for an episode that radiates entrepreneurial grit and multi‑industry leadership! In this edition of the ECE CEO Biography podcast on Inspire Care 360, host Tony D'Agostino sits down with Dean Pappous, CEO of The Gardner Schools, to unpack his transformative journey—from launching startups across sectors to heading one of America's leading…
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Summer Detox Mistakes That Wreck Hormones, Not Toxins
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19:11Trying to "reset" your body this summer with a detox? You might be doing more harm than good—especially if you're in perimenopause or constantly exhausted. In this episode of Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess, I’m exposing the most common summer detox mistakes that can wreck your hormones, tank your energy, and leave you feeling wor…
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Castor Oil Magic: Ancient Hack for Detox, Digestion & Glowing Skin?
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21:00Hey there, and welcome back to Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess! I’m so glad you're here because today, we will talk about something that’s been around for centuries—castor oil. It’s been a buzzword lately, but is it truly a modern miracle, or is it just a trend? I’m Jess Milner, your friendly Functional Bloodwork Specialist, Clini…
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You Don’t Need a Magic Pill to Loose Weight—You Need This.
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21:49Ever feel like you're doing everything to lose weight but your body didn't get the memo? You're eating healthy, exercising, and maybe even trying the latest “magic pill”—yet nothing changes. Frustrating, right? In this episode of Wellness Blueprints, Jess dives deep into why weight release isn't about quick fixes or magic supplements. Drawing from …
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This One Thing Lowers Cortisol, Balances Hormones & Costs Nothing
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17:27Nature isn’t just pretty — it’s hormonal therapy. If you’ve been feeling anxious, inflamed, foggy, moody, or like your cycle is all over the place… your nervous system might be begging for a different kind of reset. Not another pill. Not another protocol. Just a pause. In this episode of Wellness Blueprints, I’m showing you how natural light, trees…
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The #1 Nutrient Women Over 35 Aren’t Getting Enough Of
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13:19Do you think eating less is the secret to midlife weight loss? Think again. In this episode, I’m diving into the real reason your old diet tricks aren’t working anymore—and it’s not your age, it’s your biology. From protein deficiency and muscle loss to night sweats, poor sleep, and bloating—you’ll learn how your body’s needs shift during perimenop…
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Motherhood Isn’t Meant to Be Perfect — It’s Meant to Be Real.
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24:24In this special Mother’s Day episode of Wellness Blueprints, I’m speaking directly to the real-life mamas — the ones who are breaking generational patterns, questioning toxic traditions, and still folding laundry with love (or at least trying). We’ll talk about perfectionism, rhythm over rules, and why you don’t need to bake sourdough or grow your …
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The Sun Isn’t Your Enemy—But Your Sunscreen Might Be!
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19:15You’ve been told to fear the sun and slather on the SPF. But what if the sunscreen itself is sabotaging your health—from your hormones to your skin? In this episode of Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess, I unpack what’s really in your sunscreen, how certain ingredients can disrupt your endocrine system, and why some sunscreens can ac…
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ECE CEO Biography: From Startup to Success, Founder and CEO at Explore Montessori & academy, Jessica Dehn's Journey in Childcare Leadership
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1:00:38Join us on this episode of ECE CEO Biography: Sage Wisdom for Childcare Leaders as host Tony D'Agostino, Founder & CEO of Inspire Care 360, sits down with Jessica Dehn, an award-winning entrepreneur transforming the childcare industry. Jessica shares her journey from launching multiple education startups to scaling businesses and navigating the cha…
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No One Reads Labs Like Me—Here’s Why It Changes Everything
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19:15Ever been told your labs look "fine," but you still feel awful? Your body's not lying—it's trying to communicate a deeper truth that standard medical tests just don't see. In this milestone 50th episode of Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess, I pull back the curtain on why standard bloodwork misses up to 70% of root‑cause imbalances—a…
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Your Body Stores Emotions Deeper Than You Think—Here’s Why It Matters
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18:14"What if your chronic pain, fatigue, or stubborn symptoms aren't just physical—but energetic messages your body's desperately trying to send?" In this eye-opening episode of Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess, we're diving deep into the hidden quantum world of emotional energy and revealing how unresolved emotional patterns get physi…
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ECE CEO Biography: The Leadership Mindset With Debra Milner, CEO of KidsPark
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1:03:44Join Tony D'Agostino for an exclusive, premium podcast series spotlighting the journeys of top leaders in Early Childhood Education. Each episode dives deep into the real stories behind ECE CEOs, their biggest wins, lessons learned, and what truly set them apart in childcare, Montessori, and early learning. In this episode, we sit down with Debra M…
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How Much Worse Do You Have to Feel to Be Taken Seriously?
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14:40"Your labs are normal. It's just anxiety. You’re fine.” Ever heard this and felt your heart sink because deep down, you KNOW something isn’t right? You're not imagining it—your fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, and mood swings have real, physical, hormonal causes that traditional labs and conventional doctors often overlook. In today’s episode, Jess…
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What If Easter Didn’t Have to Come with a Side of Guilt + Gut Issues? (Yes, crunchy mamas—this episode is your permission slip)
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20:35Can holidays and healing coexist without going full sugar crash or food guilt spiral? In this special pre-Easter episode, I will share real talk from my kitchen, my kids’ baskets, and my healing protocols—plus science-backed tips to celebrate without blowing up your gut, blood sugar, or energy field. You'll discover: Easy, healthier candy alternati…
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Feeling Like Crap But Labs Look Great? Here's What They're Missing
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16:20You finally get in to see your doctor… only to hear those infuriating words: “Everything looks normal.” But your fatigue is off the charts. Your joints ache. You're gaining weight, can’t sleep, and feel like a stranger in your own body. So—if your labs are “normal,” why do you still feel this way? In this episode of Wellness Blueprints, I break dow…
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You’re Not Lost—You Just Forgot Who You Really Are
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11:53What if the treasure you’ve been chasing—happiness, healing, self-worth—was never outside of you? In this transformative episode of Wellness Blueprints, I’m breaking down the hidden blocks keeping you from stepping into your brilliance and why your mind, body, and energy need to align for true transformation. Inside, we’ll explore: 🔹 Why fear, guil…
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EP # 48 | Creating a Culture of Accountability Featuring Brett Neller, CEO of LineLeader
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57:33Join Tony D'Agostino and Brett Neller as they explore how childcare business owners can foster accountability, keep their teams on the same page, and build a thriving center. Learn practical strategies to create a strong leadership foundation, set clear expectations, and empower your staff to take ownership, so your business runs smoothly and effic…
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Food Fear or Food Freedom: The Truth About Temporary Restriction for Lifelong Healing!
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18:41Are you avoiding foods like gluten, dairy, or sugar in the name of healing—only to feel more restricted, stressed, and still not fully better? You’re not alone. Many people embark on healing journeys thinking they’ll never eat certain foods again. But here’s the truth: Your body isn’t broken—it’s overwhelmed. It’s not just about what you cut out; i…
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When Health Headlines Trigger Health Anxiety- Let's Talk About It
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23:57Every time a new health headline drops, does your mind spiral into panic mode? One day it’s “butter is back,” the next it’s “red meat causes disease,” and suddenly… you’re questioning everything on your plate — and in your life. This constant overdrive isn’t just exhausting, it’s rewiring your nervous system to expect danger around every corner. In…
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ECE CEO Biography: Unlocking Success with Kathy Ligon, CEO and Founder of HINGE Advisors
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1:09:12In this episode, Kathy Ligon, CEO and founder of HINGE Advisors, shares her journey in early childhood education with host Tony D'Agostino, CEO and founder of Inspire care 360. She discusses strategies for building successful educational ventures, aligning personal values with business goals, and leading with purpose. Kathy also highlights key tren…
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The Perspective Shift That Will Change Your Life For Good!
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16:42Ever feel like the world is just too much? The online arguments, the constant negativity, the stress over things completely out of your control—it’s all adding layers of emotional gunk to your nervous system. And trust me, your body feels it. In this episode of Wellness Blueprints: Nourish Your Roots with Jess, we’re diving deep into: Why your nerv…
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What Emotions Do We Find in Heart Walls? (And Why They’re Secretly Running Your Life)
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17:37What if the emotions you’ve been carrying aren’t even yours? Your heart is the bridge between your lower and upper chakras, but when Heart Walls form, they don’t just block love—they block your entire energy flow. And here’s the wild part: these emotional layers don’t just come from your heart—they stack from fear, guilt, unworthiness, overwhelm, e…
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EP # 47 | What Does a Winning Team Look Like? Featuring Aleta Mechtel: Business & Childcare Leadership Coach
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1:01:37In this episode, Tony D'Agostino, Founder and CEO of Inspire Care 360, sits down with Aleta Mechtel, Business & Childcare Leadership Coach, to explore what it takes to build and sustain a high-performing team in the childcare industry. Aleta shares valuable insights on: • The key qualities of successful childcare teams • Leadership strategies to st…
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Your Heart's Hidden Language: Physical Signs of Emotional Blocks
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24:37Is Your Body Begging for More Than Just a Doctor’s Visit? If you’ve been struggling with unexplained chest tightness, circulation issues, or constant fatigue, your body might be sending you a deeper message. What if your heart isn’t just physically tired, but energetically blocked? Your heart chakra is more than just an energetic concept—it’s deepl…
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Are You Blocking Love & Healing? How to Open Your Heart Center
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20:03Ever feel like you’re stuck in emotional limbo—unable to fully give or receive love, trapped in cycles of grief, or sabotaging relationships without knowing why? Your heart center might be blocked. In this episode, I’m diving into the REAL reason your emotional wounds keep showing up (hint: it’s NOT just "moving on") and how to finally break free. …
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