…
continue reading
Sententias Podcasts
Thoughts about the world with students at Harris Westminster Sixth Form Cover art photo provided by Joel Filipe on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@joelfilip
…
continue reading
Welcome to Aligned to Rise, the podcast for ambitious women who are ready to reclaim their vitality, align with their true power, and rise into the life they were meant to live. Hosted by functional nutritionist and performance coach Alyssa Chavez, this show blends the science of gut and hormone health with the soul of mindset work, nervous system healing, and emotional release. Whether you’re navigating endometriosis, period pain, fatigue, or digestive drama—or you’re just craving deeper cl ...
…
continue reading
Welcome to "The Art of Healing Podcast," where the realms of traditional medicine, energy healing, and holistic well-being converge. Join Dr. Charlyce, a distinguished physician who wears multiple hats as a Reiki Master and Functional Medicine physician, on a transformative journey toward optimal health. In each episode, Dr. Charlyce explores the profound intersection of Reiki, meditation, Functional Medicine, and Integrative Medicine. Discover the power of Reiki, a gentle yet potent energy ...
…
continue reading
1
Building Bulletproof Backs - Holistic Back Pain Relief with Marion McRae
Marion McRae - Holistic back pain specialist, physio & creator of the Bulletproof Backs Method for back pain transformations
Holistic Back Pain Rehabilitation is our mission. Real stories. Radical shifts. Relentless hope. Each week, physiotherapist and movement coach Marion “Maz” McRae brings you raw, real conversations with everyday people who’ve transformed their lives through holistic back pain recovery and the practitioners guiding them. In these 30-minute episodes, you’ll uncover what truly creates lasting back pain relief ; the mind-body connection, nervous-system regulation, emotional release, and movement ...
…
continue reading
1
What Actually Shifted Jennifer Edmonds’ Fertility Journey
46:48
46:48
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
46:48Send us a text In this powerful episode, I’m joined by fertility yoga, Pilates, and breathwork teacher Jennifer Edmonds, whose personal journey through infertility, IVF, miscarriage, and nervous system dysregulation led her to a completely different understanding of what the body needed in order to conceive. We dive into: ✨ Jennifer’s story of bein…
…
continue reading
1
How Chronic Busyness Hijacks Your Hormones And Energy
23:17
23:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
23:17Send us a text Ever feel wired but somehow exhausted, like your brain won’t shut off even when your body begs for rest? We dive into the hidden physiological price of being everyone’s go-to, especially for women in their 40s and 50s, and why chronic busyness silently derails sleep, mood, and metabolism. Drawing on real-world patient patterns, we co…
…
continue reading
1
What is Functional Nutrition and How Can It Help With Endo?
41:19
41:19
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
41:19Send us a text *This episode is a replay of episode 3, one of my most popular episodes of all time, which originally aired on September 27, 2023. I thought it was time to bring it back to the surface for you to enjoy!* Today’s episode is jam-packed and it really answers the question that I receive often of “Alyssa, what exactly do you DO?” I got in…
…
continue reading
Send us a text *This is a replay of one of our most popular episodes to date, which originally aired as episode 71 on January 22nd, 2025. Enjoy!* Have you ever wondered if the food on your plate could help reduce your pain and give you more control over your body? Spoiler alert: it can. Today, we’re breaking down how to create an anti-inflammatory …
…
continue reading
Send us a text Your symptoms are never random, they’re messages. In today’s episode, we dive into the emotional roots behind some of the most common struggles women face, from pelvic pain and endometriosis to bloating, constipation, back pain, fatigue, and even infertility. Drawing from German New Medicine, Louise Hay’s work, and my own healing jou…
…
continue reading
1
When Your Body Attacks Itself: Understanding the Hidden Link Between Emotions, Hormones, and Autoimmunity
4:34
4:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
4:34Send us a text This brief podcast is assisted with AI technology. Pllease read the blog with this podcast here: Your body may not be attacking you at random—it might be repeating a story it learned when safety felt scarce. We explore how the heart’s unhealed wounds can echo through the thymus and immune system, why women in midlife see autoimmune s…
…
continue reading
1
Why Does Endometriosis Cause Infertility?
31:49
31:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
31:49Send us a text In this episode, we take a look at the deeper connection between endometriosis and infertility, something I've lived, studied, and supported women through for nearly a decade. I break down why endometriosis can make conception more challenging, what the research actually says, and the physical, emotional, and immune-system factors th…
…
continue reading
1
How The Thymus Shapes Immunity, Hormones, And Healing
17:17
17:17
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
17:17Send us a text What if your immune system could learn to stand down the moment your heart felt safe? We dive into the quiet power of the thymus—nestled behind your breastbone and aligned with the heart chakra—and unpack how this small organ teaches T cells what to attack and what to leave alone. When heartbreak, loss, or chronic stress hits, that l…
…
continue reading
1
Endometriosis Doesn't Always Get Worse w/ Katie Edmonds
51:01
51:01
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:01Send us a text You’ve probably heard at some point that endometriosis is a lifelong, progressive disease that only gets worse with time. But the research tells a very different (and far more hopeful) story. In this episode, I’m joined by Katie Edmonds, author of Heal Endo, to break down decades of studies showing that endometriosis often stabilizes…
…
continue reading
1
Where Energy Meets Hormones: Choosing What Actually Helps
15:11
15:11
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
15:11Send us a text We share a simple, proven supplement strategy for better energy, mood, and hormonal balance during sale season. From a quality multivitamin to omega-3 with vitamin D and protein for women over 40, we focus on what actually works and how to shop smart. Sign up (or Sign In) to my Fullscript Dispensary: Dr. Charlyce's Fullscript Dispens…
…
continue reading
Send us a text *This episode was originally published November 22, 2023. But I thought that Thanksgiving week is a wonderful time to bring it back to the light!* Today we are diving deep into how cultivating gratitude can transform our lives, particularly when facing a chronic condition such as endometriosis. From sharing my personal gratitude prac…
…
continue reading
1
Ending Chronic Pain With Energy Healing-Interview with Mike Sententia
30:34
30:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
30:34Send us a text What if pain relief didn’t care what you believe? We sit down with healer and researcher Mike Sententia, founder of Healing Lab and author of Arthritis: Natural Healing and Prevention, to explore a tissue-specific approach to energy healing that targets cartilage, inflamed bursae, and hypersensitive nerves. Mike is generously offerin…
…
continue reading
1
How Childhood Trauma Disrupts Digestion, Hormones, And Self-Worth
14:46
14:46
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
14:46Send us a text Download the Chakras and Hormones Guide Here. Your gut isn’t just digesting food—it’s digesting your life story. We explore how early experiences shape the solar plexus, the body’s center for will, confidence, and metabolism, and reveal why cravings, energy crashes, and “wired but tired” might be your nervous system asking for safety…
…
continue reading
1
Balancing The Solar Plexus: Hormones, Digestion, And Confidence
17:29
17:29
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
17:29Send us a text Ever wonder why your energy surges after lunch then crashes hard by mid-afternoon? We connect the dots between the solar plexus chakra and the biology of the pancreas and kidneys to show how confidence, digestion, and steady focus all flow from a balanced inner fire. You’ll hear a clear explanation of insulin and glucagon, what beta …
…
continue reading
1
3 Patterns Keeping You Stuck in Gut + Hormonal Symptoms
20:09
20:09
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
20:09Send us a text In this episode of Aligned to Rise, I break down the three hidden patterns that keep so many women stuck in cycles of bloating, fatigue, PMS, constipation, and hormone chaos, even when they’re doing “all the right things.” You’ll learn why symptoms keep repeating, how stress and nervous system overload impact your digestion and hormo…
…
continue reading
1
Grounded: How Overthinking Drains Your Root Chakra And Adrenals
18:12
18:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
18:12Send us a text Ever notice how the harder your mind works, the less your body feels like home? We dig into why relentless thinking tricks your brain into sounding a constant danger alarm, how that message hits the HPA axis, and why your root chakra interprets it as “I’m not safe.” You’ll learn how this loop fuels anxiety, fatigue, restless sleep, a…
…
continue reading
1
Energy Healing for Pain w/ Mike Sententia
43:26
43:26
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
43:26Send us a text If you’ve ever lived with pain that just won’t quit, you know how exhausting it can feel to “try everything” and still wake up hurting. Today’s episode will expand your perspective on what’s possible. I’m joined by Mike Sententia, founder of Healing Lab, who’s on a mission to end chronic pain using the science of energy healing. His …
…
continue reading
Send us a text Creativity isn’t a side quest; it’s a vital signal from the body’s inner compass. We explore how the sacral chakra weaves together intimacy, fertility, and the urge to make things—then map those insights onto the real chemistry of hormones like testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone. With a blend of Ayurvedic perspective and modern…
…
continue reading
1
You Are The Healer: How A Doctor Combines Science And Energy To Guide Lasting Change
22:20
22:20
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
22:20Send us a text What if the most important shift in your health starts with a better question? Dr. Charlyce opens up about her journey from internal medicine to Reiki Master, showing how science and energy can coexist to serve the same goal: helping you become the leader of your own healing. No fluff, no false promises—just grounded tools that meet …
…
continue reading
1
The 3 Big Myths Keeping Your Hormones Stuck
31:08
31:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
31:08Send us a text If you’ve been trying everything to balance your hormones, but yet you STILL feel tired, inflamed, moody, bloated, or off, this episode is going to feel like such a relief. Because the truth is: most women are focusing on the wrong problem when it comes to hormone health. Inside this episode, we unpack 3 of the most common hormone my…
…
continue reading
1
What If Grounding Your Energy Could Balance Your Hormones
26:12
26:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
26:12Send us a text Ever feel wired and tired at the same time? We dig into the surprising connection between the root chakra—your energetic anchor for safety and stability—and the adrenal glands, the tiny powerhouses that orchestrate adrenaline, cortisol, aldosterone, and DHEA. By pairing ancient Ayurvedic insights with clear, compassionate physiology,…
…
continue reading
1
What No One Taught You About Your Cycle w/ Kate Douglas
33:12
33:12
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:12Send us a text Have you ever felt like you should understand your body by now, but no one ever really taught you how it works? In this episode, I’m joined by Kate Douglas, a certified Fertility Awareness Educator and founder of Earthbody, to uncover the truth about what your cycle is actually trying to tell you. Kate shares how fertility awareness …
…
continue reading
Send us a text Ever feel like your day gets hijacked before you’ve had a chance to breathe? We dive into a simple five-minute reset that shifts you out of stress mode and into the calm, restorative state where your brain thinks clearer, your body heals faster, and your mood steadies. Drawing on practical neuroscience and compassionate mindfulness, …
…
continue reading
Send us a text Constipation might not be the most glamorous topic, but it’s one of the most important conversations we can have when it comes to gut health (and hormone health too!). In this episode, we get real about what your poop is trying to tell you, from simple daily habits that can make a big difference to the deeper root causes that often g…
…
continue reading
1
Part 2 of Pamela Miles Interview: Self-Care, Skepticism, And Bringing Spiritual Presence Back To Medicine
36:58
36:58
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:58Send us a text What if feeling calmer wasn’t a luxury, but the catalyst that makes everything else work? Our conversation with medical Reiki pioneer Pamela Miles gets practical about self-care for caregivers and clinicians: how brief, consistent self-Reiki lowers baseline stress, improves sleep, and restores the kind of presence that actually helps…
…
continue reading
1
Pregnancy After Loss: The Beauty, the Fear, and Emotions
33:04
33:04
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
33:04Send us a text After eight years of infertility, IVF, and loss, I’m now 17 weeks pregnant with a little girl. But if I’m being honest, pregnancy after miscarriage hasn’t looked the way I imagined it would. It’s been filled with gratitude and joy, but also fear, anxiety, and learning how to trust my body again after years of disappointment. In today…
…
continue reading
1
Bringing Reiki Into Hospitals: Pamela Miles on Self-Care, Science, and Spiritual Practice
36:34
36:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
36:34Send us a text What if the most radical shift in your health starts with five quiet minutes and the courage to feel your own body again? We sit down with Pamela Miles—internationally recognized Reiki master and pioneer of medical Reiki—to explore how a simple, daily self-practice can calm the nervous system, improve sleep, and restore presence in t…
…
continue reading
1
Endometriosis, Emotions, + Trauma w/ Jennifer Schlueter
44:37
44:37
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
44:37Send us a text In this fascinating conversation, I sits down with Dr. Jennifer Schlueter, a certified trauma-informed hypnotherapist and spiritual hypnosis trainer, to explore the deep connection between endometriosis, trauma, and emotions, and how healing the subconscious mind can lead to real, physical transformation. Dr. Jennifer shares stories …
…
continue reading
1
The 6 Shifts That Changed Everything In My Fertility Journey
32:10
32:10
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
32:10Send us a text After 8 years of trying, countless tears, and the weight of endometriosis and infertility, I finally conceived naturally at age 36. But here’s the surprising part: it wasn’t about adding more protocols or doing more. It was about what I stopped doing. In this episode, I’m sharing the 6 powerful shifts I made. Simple, yet life-changin…
…
continue reading
1
Free from Chronic Pain Without Pills or Procedures w/ Laura Haraka
51:07
51:07
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:07Send us a text If you’ve ever felt trapped in a cycle of pain, pills, and endless doctor visits, this episode is for you. My guest today, Laura Haraka, spent four years chasing answers for her chronic pelvic pain, seeing over 25 doctors, getting 10 different diagnoses, trying medications, and even having surgery, with no relief. Then came the turni…
…
continue reading
1
Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 30 - Feet, Fascia & Back Pain with Dr Emily Splichal (Functional Podiatrist)
28:49
28:49
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
28:49Send us a text Welcome to the 30 th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindse…
…
continue reading
1
Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Medicine: Part 2 of David Crowe's Interview
39:39
39:39
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
39:39Send us a text Dive deep into the forgotten connections between spiritual practices and herbal medicine with Dr. David Crowe, specialist in Chinese, Tibetan, and Ayurvedic traditions. This illuminating conversation reveals how ancient healing systems viewed chakras not as simplistic energy points, but as sophisticated transformational fields that c…
…
continue reading
1
My 8-Year Fertility Journey (+ A Big Surprise)
26:06
26:06
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
26:06Send us a text ⚠️ Gentle Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of infertility, IVF, miscarriage, and pregnancy. Please take care of your heart and listen only if it feels supportive for you today. 💛 After eight long years of navigating infertility, two rounds of IVF, a miscarriage, and countless moments of heartbreak, I have a very spec…
…
continue reading
1
Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 29 - The New ‘Sng’ Pain Pathway and What It Means for Back Pain Sufferers
28:02
28:02
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
28:02Send us a text Welcome to the 29 th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindse…
…
continue reading
1
Beyond Western Interpretations: David Crow on Plant Medicine and the Chakra System
47:30
47:30
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
47:30Send us a text What if everything you thought you knew about chakras was only part of the story? In this eye-opening conversation with David Crow, plant medicine expert and specialist in Chinese, Tibetan, and Ayurvedic healing traditions, we journey back through time to uncover the original purpose of the chakra system. You can work with Dr. Crow i…
…
continue reading
1
Why You're Still Exhausted (+ Why More Coffee Isn't the Answer)
26:24
26:24
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
26:24Send us a text How to fuel your body, honor your cycle, and finally reclaim the energy to go after your big dreams. Ever feel like no matter how much you sleep (or how much coffee you drink), you’re still running on empty? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why fatigue keeps holding ambitious women back, and what to do about it. I’ll …
…
continue reading
Send us a text When Western medicine reaches its limits, where do we turn? Dr. Ibrahim Jaffe takes us on a remarkable journey from his days as an emergency room physician to becoming a pioneering spiritual healer who bridges conventional medicine with ancient wisdom. Dr. Jaffe shares how witnessing Hindu healers in India sparked his quest to explor…
…
continue reading
1
Building Bulletproof Backs Ep 28 - Back Pain, Betrayal & Breakthroughs: A Raw Healing Story with Bianca-Jaye Pearce
1:09:08
1:09:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
1:09:08Send us a text Welcome to the 28th episode of the Building a Bulletproof Back podcast. To Watch this Episode on Youtube go Here To Build your own Bulletproof Back go Here To Support this show - buy me a Coffee ! This podcast aims to empower listeners with HOPE that healing is possible when you know how. We discuss strategic tools addressing mindset…
…
continue reading
1
Beyond Hormones: The Hidden Metabolic Roots of PCOS + Infertility w/ Kara Becker
50:34
50:34
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
50:34Send us a text Functional nutritionist Kara Becker joins me on the podcast today to reframe PCOS and fertility through a metabolic lens (think blood sugar, inflammation, stress, and nervous system “safety,” not just sex hormones). In this episode, you’ll learn: The 4 types of PCOS and why your type matters How blood sugar, cortisol, sleep, and stre…
…
continue reading
Send us a text If you’ve tried everything for your chronic pain, from supplements to massage to chiropractic work to medications, and nothing seems to help, this episode may be the missing piece you’ve been searching for. What if the pain you’re experiencing isn’t just physical? In this episode, I share my personal story of how unresolved emotions …
…
continue reading
Send us a text Curious about Reiki but facing barriers to getting started? You're not alone. Many seekers find themselves drawn to energy healing yet struggle with location limitations, packed schedules, or simply not knowing where to begin. This intimate episode breaks down these common obstacles while offering practical solutions for anyone wanti…
…
continue reading
1
The Brain-Pain Connection No One Talks About w/ Jill Mueller
52:57
52:57
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
52:57Send us a text What if your pain isn’t just in your body… but in your brain? In this episode, I sit down with physiotherapist and endo warrior Jill Mueller to uncover the surprising truth about pain science and endometriosis. We talk about: Why pain isn’t always tied to your tissue or disease The role your brain and nervous system play in amplifyin…
…
continue reading
1
Journey Through The Orchid: A Modern Goddess's Transformation
54:40
54:40
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
54:40Send us a text What happens when two high-powered global executives with experience spanning 65 countries decide to merge their corporate expertise with profound spiritual wisdom? Rocio Aquino and Angel Orengo join us to share their remarkable journey from the boardrooms of Sony Pictures Entertainment to becoming authors of "The Orchid: The Secret …
…
continue reading
1
100th Episode Special: 10 Lessons that Changed My Life
29:30
29:30
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
29:30Send us a text In this milestone 100th episode, I’m sharing the 10 most powerful lessons I’ve learned over the past two years, through impactful episodes, client stories, and my own healing journey. Whether you're new to the podcast or have been with me from the start, you’ll find insights that will help you take your own health journey to the next…
…
continue reading
1
5 Things I Quit for Better Hormone Health
23:08
23:08
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
23:08Send us a text If your cycles feel off, PMS is wrecking your mood, or you just feel like your hormones are all over the place lately, this episode is for you. I’m sharing 5 specific things I stopped doing that radically changed my hormone health. These shifts supported my endometriosis symptoms, balanced my cycles, and brought back my energy in a w…
…
continue reading
Send us a text It’s easy to start identifying with the label you’ve been given, whether it's endometriosis, autoimmune disease, or chronic illness. But what if that’s not who you are? In this episode, I’m getting real about how I used to let my diagnosis define me, and how shifting my identity and mindset completely transformed my healing journey. …
…
continue reading
1
Is Stress Secretly Sabotaging Your Health Goals? w/ Molly McNamee
54:50
54:50
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
54:50Send us a text Are your workouts helping you, or secretly making your stress worse? In this episode of Aligned to Rise, I’m joined by Molly McNamee, fitness and hormone health coach, to unpack the powerful connection between stress, your nervous system, and the way you exercise. We’ll dive into: ✔ Why chronic stress sabotages your health goals (and…
…
continue reading
1
Your Body's Silent Fire: Understanding Inflammation w/ Dr. Megan Lyons
51:30
51:30
Play later
Play later
Lists
Like
Liked
51:30Send us a text In today’s episode, I’m joined by the brilliant Dr. Megan Lyons, doctor of clinical nutrition, founder of The Lyons’ Share Wellness, podcast host, and author. We connected at a nutrition conference after I attended her eye-opening talk on inflammation. From her wealth of experience helping busy professionals and health enthusiasts tr…
…
continue reading
Send us a text You’re doing everything right. You're eating well, taking the supplements, doing all the “right” things, but something still feels off. In this episode, I’m sharing the deeper reason why that might be happening and what finally helped me break through my own healing plateau. We’ll explore: The two big camps in the healing world and w…
…
continue reading
Send us a text Big news, my friend! This podcast (and my entire brand) just got a powerful glow-up. In this episode, I’m announcing the official rebrand from Endo Belly Girl to Aligned to Rise and sharing what this next chapter is all about. You’ll hear why this shift is happening, what I’ve been working on behind the scenes, and how I plan to help…
…
continue reading