Join us in this exciting episode of the Thriving Holistic Practitioner podcast as we dive deep into the journey of Hilary Russo, founder of HIListically Speaking and the Hug It Out Method. Hilary shares her inspiring path from being a journalist to becoming a holistic health coach, her emotional challenges, and how she integrates her personal experiences to help others heal. Learn about the importance of authenticity in branding, the power of community in the healing process, and how unique methods like havening can transform lives. Perfect for holistic practitioners, entrepreneurs, and anyone passionate about personal growth and emotional wellbeing.

Meet our guest: Hilary Russo, is The HIListically Speaking® Health Coach. She has been nationally recognized as a leader and public figure for her work in holistic health, emotional well-being, and health/wellness journalism.

Hilary is one of the first 150 certified Havening Techniques practitioners in the US of less than 1000 globally. She studied directly with the co-developing doctors of Havening, who call her a “pioneer practitioner” due to her public presence and advocacy, as well as her private practice supporting an array of clients from families, C-Suites Execs, and Grammy Award-Winning Metropolitan Opera singers to first responders, military personnel, and media professionals. She's also certified in Hypnotherapy and is a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and served as an online educator for IIN's health coaching program.

A veteran journalist, with over 30 years in the media, Hilary has made it her mission to share inspiring ways to be kind to the mind. Her signature HUG it Out® method focuses on finding humor, understanding, and gratitude in self-healing.

Hilary is a keynote, international speaker and continues her work on-camera hosting & contributing to programs from CVSHealth and Aetna to QVC, and numerous national media affiliates. Her globally top-rated HIListically Speaking Podcast covers empowering conversations of trauma to triumph through health, healing, and humor.

00:00 Introduction and Early Inspirations

00:32 Guest Introduction: Hilary Russo

01:29 Journey from Journalism to Holistic Health

02:35 The Impact of 9/11 and Personal Loss

03:13 Discovering Holistic Health and Becoming a Health Coach

05:32 The Role of Community in Healing

07:59 Launching the HIListically Speaking Podcast

15:09 Building a Holistic Brand

24:07 The Psychology of Branding

24:45 Living Your Brand Authentically

25:51 Articulating Your Message

27:43 Balancing Service and Business

30:54 The Importance of Continuous Learning

32:10 Effective Networking Strategies

37:07 The Power of Specificity in Communication

39:27 Introduction to Havening

42:27 Conclusion and Contact Information

CONNECT WITH HILARY

https://www.instagram.com/hilaryrusso

https://www.facebook.com/HIListicallySpeaking

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hilaryrusso

https://www.tiktok.com/@hilisticallyspeaking

https://twitter.com/HilaryRusso

https://www.hilaryrusso.com/podcast

CONNECT WITH LINDSAY

Https://lindsaysutherland.com

https://www.instagram.com/lindsay_sutherland24

Summary:

The podcast episode focuses on an interview with Hilary Russo, founder of HIListically Speaking and the Hug It Out Method. Throughout the conversation, Hilary and the host, Lindsay Sutherland, explore Hilary's journey into holistic medicine and her development of the Hug It Out Method.

Key points discussed include:

- Hilary’s background, starting from her childhood interest in helping people, her career as a journalist, and the shift to holistic health after her father's passing and the events of 9/11.

- Her transition to working in holistic health, including becoming a health...

In this engaging episode of the Thriving Holistic Practitioner podcast, host welcomes Angela Brown from St. Louis, Missouri. Angela is a certified functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner, licensed physical therapist, and physical trainer specializing in helping women with thyroid and hormone health. Angela shares her journey from dealing with her own hypothyroidism to becoming a holistic practitioner. She provides insightful advice on transitioning from one-on-one coaching to launching a successful group program. Angela discusses the benefits, challenges, and surprising successes of creating a community for her clients. Listen in to uncover valuable tips on managing group programs, enhancing client support, and boosting business profitability.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:53 Angela Brown's Journey to Holistic Medicine

03:14 Transitioning from One-on-One to Group Programs

05:38 The Power of Community in Health Programs

09:39 Profitability and Accessibility of Group Programs

12:16 Setting Up and Managing Group Programs

15:22 Advice for Starting Group Programs Early

19:58 Realizing the Need for Change

20:17 The Power of Asking for Feedback

21:48 Balancing Work and Avoiding Burnout

23:11 The Entrepreneurial Mindset Shift

26:29 Evolving the Program

29:36 Building a Thriving Online Business

31:09 Future Plans and Community Building

34:46 Connecting with Angela Brown

Angela's Bio - Angela is a holistic health coach from St. Louis, MO. She is a board certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner (FDN-P), a licensed physical therapist, as well as a personal trainer. She specializes in advanced testing and thyroid healing for women. She has recovered from hypothyroidism herself after being diagnosed at the age of 22. She used her experience and education to create her program called “The Sexy Thyroid Solution” to help women no longer suffer like she did and get to the root cause of their health issues.

https://www.instagram.com/angelabrowncoach/

https://www.facebook.com/angelabrowncoach

https://www.youtube.com/@angelabrown9508

Meet Lindsay Sutherland, a passionate business consultant with a deep love for holistic modalities. Though her career path diverged from holistic practice, her innate talents and extensive experience have uniquely positioned her to guide others in the field. Lindsay's journey is fueled by a profound desire to combine her expertise in business and marketing with her fascination for holistic modalities. As a consultant, she empowers holistic practitioners to thrive by merging strategic business acumen with holistic principles.

Step into the world of Thriving Holistic Practitioner! Our podcast is tailored for holistic practitioners like you, striving for sustainable business growth, ethical marketing, and a fulfilling, balanced practice. Say goodbye to burnout and confusion as we guide you on a journey to success.

Are you a holistic practitioner ready to take your practice to the next level? Introducing the Thriving Holistic Practitioner Community, your go-to destination for expert guidance and support.

Join us for weekly live business trainings led by experienced consultant Lindsay Sutherland. Get your burning questions answered and connect with like-minded practitioners who are also on the path to success.

But wait, there's more! In celebration of our podcast launch, we're gifting the first 25 members a free Profit Acceleration Audit valued at $500! Discover how you can increase your profit by $40K a year without increasing marketing spend. Plus, receive a detailed PDF blueprint outlining actionable strategies.

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In this episode of 'Thriving Holistic Practitioner,' we welcome Ashley Holmes, a holistic fertility coach from British Columbia, Canada. Ashley shares her personal journey from being a hot yoga teacher to becoming a fertility coach, spurred by her own struggles with unexplained infertility. She discusses her transition to an online business model during the pandemic, the importance of Ayurveda, and how she intuitively navigated expanding her services. Ashley emphasizes the significance of inner guidance, collaboration with other heart-centered entrepreneurs, and finding your tribe for support. Tune in to learn about her holistic approach to fertility, daily practices for maintaining clarity, and exciting future plans.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:24 Ashley Holmes' Journey into Holistic Fertility Coaching

02:52 The Role of Yoga and Ayurveda in Fertility

05:38 Transitioning to an Online Business Model

08:11 Marketing and Building a Community

11:31 Daily Practices and Personal Insights

13:53 The Importance of Collaboration

22:22 Future Plans and Staying True to Your Mission

29:59 Final Thoughts and How to Connect

Ashley Holmes Bio- Ashley supports women struggling with infertility to conceive with ease by creating a fertile foundation within. She is passionate about bringing mind, body, and spirit into balance and alignment in order to nourish yourself optimally for conception to occur. Her aim is for no one to feel alone on their fertility journey.

Connect with Ashley:

https://www.instagram.com/ashley_holmes3202/

https://www.facebook.com/ashley.holmes.3979

https://www.facebook.com/groups/271957647919481/?ref=share_group_link

https://vibly.io/expert/ashleyjholmes

Meet Lindsay Sutherland, a passionate business consultant with a deep love for holistic modalities. Though her career path diverged from holistic practice, her innate talents and extensive experience have uniquely positioned her to guide others in the field. Lindsay's journey is fueled by a profound desire to combine her expertise in business and marketing with her fascination for holistic modalities. As a consultant, she empowers holistic practitioners to thrive by merging strategic business acumen with holistic principles.