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  • Restoring Your Light: How to Reclaim Your Soul's Spark | Spiritual Wellness - with expert guest Niambi Jaha-Echols | Ep 223

    Restoring Your Light: How to Reclaim Your Soul's Spark | Spiritual Wellness - with expert guest Niambi Jaha-Echols | Ep 223
    Mar 26 2026

    Is your inner light feeling dim after years of just surviving? Niambi Jaha-Echols shares how to reconnect with your soul's spark and live your true earth-purpose.

    In this episode of Women Connected in Wisdom, we are honored to welcome Niambi Jaha-Echols - an author, transformation coach, and cultural agility specialist. Niambi is the visionary founder behind "Project Butterfly", a groundbreaking movement for girls' mentoring, and the creator of "Restoring the Light", an intentional retreat space dedicated to soul-level healing.

    We explore the Spiritual Wellness dimension, looking at how our personal healing is inextricably linked to our connection with the Earth. Niambi shares her "whole-self" approach to transformation, helping us move from the "caterpillar" stages of life into the full flight of our purpose.


    Whether you are seeking an ancestral connection or looking for ways to stay grounded in a chaotic world, this conversation offers the solace and wisdom needed to shine bright once again.


    Women Connected in Wisdom is a community-driven podcast hosted by Christine and Shannon, where we explore the 8 Dimensions of Wellness to help you live a more balanced, purposeful life.


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    Website: niambijaha-echols.com
    Transformation Work: niambijaha.com
    Restoring the Light: restoringthelight.org
    Earth Purpose: earthpurpose.org


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  • Helping Women Build Resilience & Momentum: Everyday JOY | Occupational Wellness - with expert guest Jenny Elinora | Ep 222

    Helping Women Build Resilience & Momentum: Everyday JOY | Occupational Wellness - with expert guest Jenny Elinora | Ep 222
    Mar 19 2026

    Is your work feeling like a heavy lift? Our expert guest, Jenny Elinora, shows women how Everyday JOY builds the resilience and momentum needed for a purposeful career.

    In Episode 222 of Women Connected in Wisdom, we are joined by Jenny Elinora, a JOY Weaver and the creator of the Everyday JOY™ system. Jenny helps women move from perfectionism, fear, and self-doubt into a life of soul-deep expression and professional freedom.

    This week, we are looking at the Occupational Wellness dimension. We often think of work as a "grind", but Jenny explains how joy is actually the oxygen required for a successful and sustainable career. We discuss how her whole-self approach helps you outwit imposter syndrome and build resilience and momentum for your professional goals, reminding us that it is never too late for a "plot twist" in our work life.

    Women Connected in Wisdom is a community-driven podcast hosted by Christine and Shannon, where we explore the 8 Dimensions of Wellness to help you live a more balanced, purposeful life.

    Connect with Jenny Elinora:

    Website: growyourwholevoice.com

    Email: jennifer@projectjelinora.com


    Resources from today's show:

    National Institute for Play

    Joy First Newsletter

    Playing with Possibilities Newsletter

    The Artists Way


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  • Ghost Flower | Turning a Legacy into a Living Work of Art | Intellectual Wellness - with expert guest Ksenia Merck | Ep 221

    Ghost Flower | Turning a Legacy into a Living Work of Art | Intellectual Wellness - with expert guest Ksenia Merck | Ep 221
    Mar 12 2026
    Join us in community: Women Connected in Wisdom Community Listen to past episodes: https://womenconnectedinwisdompodcast.com/ Glo from head to toe by joining the shealo glo glo club at www.shealoglo.com ! Stillpoint: A Self-Care Playbook for Caregivers Join Christine at an event! Like & Subscribe to get notifications of when we are live: Women Connected in Wisdom Instagram Women Connected in Wisdom on Facebook **Women Connected in Wisdom on YouTube** Resources & What we are up to How do you transform a deep personal legacy into a creative force for good? Ksenia J. Merck shares how intellectual wellness and art can help us navigate love and existence. In this week's episode of Women Connected in Wisdom podcast, we welcome our guest, Ksenia J. Merck — an architect, artist, and author who has spent four decades shaping the physical world through large-scale airport programs. Today, she is shaping the world of storytelling as the creative force behind Ghost Flower, a science fiction novel written by her late husband, William F. Merck II, which she illustrated and published posthumously. We explore the Intellectual Wellness dimension, discussing how Ksenia used her creative skills to honor her husband's legacy while expanding her own whole-self growth. From her architectural background to her work on the Ghost Flower Companion Journal, Ksenia shares how deep reflection, thought-provoking quotes, and art can help us process the mysteries of life. Women Connected in Wisdom is a community-driven podcast hosted by Christine and Shannon, where we explore the 8 Dimensions of Wellness to help you live a more balanced, purposeful life. Connect with Ksenia J. Merck: Website: https://www.merckiipress.com Instagram: @Merck2Press Somethings we talked out: Ghost Flower - all versions including audio Your Brain on Art: How Art Transforms Us 🎧 Listen, subscribe, and join the conversation: 🌐 https://womenconnectedinwisdom.com 🌐 Connect With Us: 🎙 Podcast Website: https://womenconnectedinwisdompodcast.com/ 📸 IG: @WomenConnectedInWisdom 📘 Why Become a Women Connected in Wisdom Author Call - March 18th ✨ Glo from head to toe by joining the Shealo Glo Club at www.shealoglo.com! Now offering Subscriptions – Delivered on the 1st & 15th! 📚 Stillpoint: A Self-Care Playbook for Caregivers – https://www.amazon.com/Stillpoint-Self-Care-Playbook-Caregivers-Breathe/dp/1732370400 🎉 Join Christine at an event! 👉 Book a free coaching consult: https://christinegautreaux.com 📅 New episodes every Wednesday at 5 PM ET
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  • Escaping Quicksand with Lisa Woodruff: From Overwhelmed to Organized - Environmental Wellness - Ep 220

    Escaping Quicksand with Lisa Woodruff: From Overwhelmed to Organized - Environmental Wellness - Ep 220
    Mar 5 2026

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    If your home feels overwhelming…you're not alone.


    This week, we welcome Lisa Woodruff, Founder & CEO of Organize 365 and host of the top-rated Organize 365 Podcast with over 24 million downloads.


    Lisa believes organization is not a personality trait; it's a learnable skill. And yet while 87% of Americans believe organization is learnable, fewer than 18% feel organized.


    In this powerful Environmental Wellness conversation, Lisa will share insights from her new book, Escaping Quicksand: 10 Steps to Overcome the Overwhelm of Modern Homelife, where she will reveal:


    • Why modern women feel buried in invisible work

    • The truth about "adult self-care" (it's NOT bubble baths)

    • How systems reduce mental clutter

    • Why "Swiss Cheese Organizing" doesn't work

    • How the Sunday Basket system pulls you out of overwhelm

    • Why organizing your personal spaces first changes everything


    As Lisa says in Escaping Quicksand, "Organization is an outward manifestation of the inner organization of a person."


    Environmental wellness isn't just about nature - it's about the environment you live in every day. When your home supports you, your mind can breathe.


    🌿 If you've ever felt stuck in survival mode, this episode is an invitation to move toward healing and wholeness.


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  • From Survival to Self-Acceptance - Harper Bailey on Healing & Resilience - Emotional/Mental Wellness - Ep 219

    From Survival to Self-Acceptance - Harper Bailey on Healing & Resilience - Emotional/Mental Wellness - Ep 219
    Feb 26 2026

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    What does it take to move from survival mode to self-acceptance?

    This week, we welcome Harper A. Bailey, public health leader, powerful storyteller, and author of It Was Her: A Memoir — a deeply personal journey through loss, resilience, leadership, and transformation.

    As the first Black woman to lead a prominent national women's healthcare nonprofit, Harper has spent her career championing health equity and amplifying underserved voices. In this conversation, she shares the emotional and spiritual evolution behind her memoir unfolding through four powerful stages: Running, Falling, Sinking, and Flying.

    📖 Get the book: It Was Her: A Memoir

    🌐 Website: https://www.harperabailey.com

    💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiosha-goss-bailey-drph-mph-5149a552/

    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harper_abailey/

    📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harperabailey

    If you've ever felt stuck in survival mode, this episode is an invitation to move toward healing and wholeness.

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  • From Chaos to Calm: Leading Change from the Inside Out - Social Wellness - with Annelies M. Gentile - Ep 218

    From Chaos to Calm: Leading Change from the Inside Out - Social Wellness - with Annelies M. Gentile - Ep 218
    Feb 19 2026
    How do we lead others when the world feels uncertain? Annelies M. Gentile shares how to cultivate social wellness and resilience to lead your community from chaos to calm. In this episode of Women Connected in Wisdom, Christine and Shannon are joined by Annelies M. Gentile, MA, PCC. Annelies is a visionary leadership coach and the author of From Chaos to Calm, a guide for those navigating the nuances of change in a rapidly shifting world. We are focusing on the Social Wellness dimension, exploring how our internal state affects our outward leadership and our connections with those around us. Annelies discusses how to move from "what was" to "what's next" by leading with courage, creativity, and grace. Whether you are facilitating a group, leading a family, or navigating transitions in your professional life, this conversation offers a whole-self perspective on staying grounded while helping others do the same. Connect with Annelies M. Gentile: Website: https://conduitforchange.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/conduit-for-change-llc Women Connected in Wisdom is a community-driven podcast hosted by Christine and Shannon, where we explore the 8 Dimensions of Wellness to help you live a more balanced, purposeful life. 🎧 Listen, subscribe, and join the conversation: 🌐 https://womenconnectedinwisdom.com 🌐 Connect With Us: 🎙 Podcast Website: https://womenconnectedinwisdompodcast.com/ 📸 IG: @WomenConnectedInWisdom 📘 Facebook Group: Women Connected in Wisdom Community ✨ Glo from head to toe by joining the Shealo Glo Club at www.shealoglo.com! Now offering Subscriptions – Delivered on the 1st & 15th! 📚 Stillpoint: A Self-Care Playbook for Caregivers – https://www.amazon.com/Stillpoint-Self-Care-Playbook-Caregivers-Breathe/dp/1732370400 🎉 Join Christine at an event! 👉 Book a free coaching consult: https://christinegautreaux.com 📅 New episodes every Wednesday at 5 PM ET Join us for Why Become a WCW Author Volume III Cohort Open Show Notes Join us in community: Women Connected in Wisdom Community Listen to past episodes: https://womenconnectedinwisdompodcast.com/ Glo from head to toe by joining the shealo glo glo club at www.shealoglo.com ! Stillpoint: A Self-Care Playbook for Caregivers Join Christine at an event! Book a free coaching consult with Christine here: https://christinegautreaux.com Like & Subscribe to get notifications of when we are live: Women Connected in Wisdom Instagram Women Connected in Wisdom on Facebook Podcast Resources: https://a.co/d/8RzGi31
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  • Fitness After 35 - Physical Wellness - with Desi Bartlett - Ep 217

    Fitness After 35 - Physical Wellness - with Desi Bartlett - Ep 217
    Feb 12 2026
    Join us in community: Women Connected in Wisdom Community Listen to past episodes: https://womenconnectedinwisdompodcast.com/ Glo from head to toe by joining the shealo glo glo club at www.shealoglo.com ! Stillpoint: A Self-Care Playbook for Caregivers Join Christine at an event! Book a free coaching consult with Christine here: https://christinegautreaux.com Like & Subscribe to get notifications of when we are live: Women Connected in Wisdom Instagram Women Connected in Wisdom on Facebook Podcast Resources: Ready to feel strong and vibrant at every stage of life? Desi Bartlett shares how to transform your physical wellness through joyful movement and strength after 35. In this episode of Women Connected in Wisdom, we are joined by the incredible Desi Bartlett, MS, CPT E-RYT. With over 25 years of experience and a client list that includes Hollywood's biggest stars, Desi brings a wealth of knowledge on how to care for our bodies through yoga, strength, and mindful transitions. We explore the Physical Wellness dimension, specifically focusing on how women can navigate the changes that come with motherhood and aging. Desi will share insights from her book, "Total Body Beautiful", and explain how a whole-self approach to fitness can lead to lasting vitality. Whether you are a new mom or navigating life after 35, this conversation will help you reconnect with the joy of movement. Women Connected in Wisdom is a community-driven podcast hosted by Christine and Shannon, where we explore the 8 Dimensions of Wellness to help you live a more balanced, purposeful life. Connect with Desi Bartlett: Website: https://www.desibartlett.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mothersintolivingfit/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DesiBodyMind/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/desi-bartlett-ms-cpt-eryt-a4457b6/ Resources talked about in the show: Meet Charm La'Donna, the Black choreographer behind Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar & Beyoncé's halftime shows - TheGrio Charm La'Donna (@charmladonna) • Instagram photos and videos 🎧 Listen, subscribe, and join the conversation: 🌐 https://womenconnectedinwisdom.com 🌐 Connect With Us: 🎙 Podcast Website: https://womenconnectedinwisdompodcast.com/ 📸 IG: @WomenConnectedInWisdom 📘 Facebook Group: Women Connected in Wisdom Community ✨ Glo from head to toe by joining the Shealo Glo Club at www.shealoglo.com! Now offering Subscriptions – Delivered on the 1st & 15th! 📚 Stillpoint: A Self-Care Playbook for Caregivers – https://www.amazon.com/Stillpoint-Self-Care-Playbook-Caregivers-Breathe/dp/1732370400 🎉 Join Christine at an event! 👉 Book a free coaching consult: https://christinegautreaux.com 📅 New episodes every Wednesday at 5 PM ET Join us for Volume III of Women Connected in Wisdom: Stories and Resources Rooted in the 8 Dimensions of Wellness: Author Interest Form
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  • Break Free from Your Workaholic Career Path - Scarlett Stanhope on Financial Wellness - Ep 216

    Break Free from Your Workaholic Career Path - Scarlett Stanhope on Financial Wellness - Ep 216
    Feb 5 2026

    Are you stuck in hustle culture or burnout from chasing success the hard way? This week, we're joined by Scarlett Stanhope, aka The Biz Hippie, who helps coaches and entrepreneurs break free from the workaholic grind to create true abundance financially, spiritually, and emotionally.

    Scarlett shares her journey from overworked career chaser to aligned abundance coach. She breaks down how your money mindset, self-worth, and energy directly shape your success and what it really takes to build a life supported by the work you love.

    💬 In this episode:
    • How to know when hustle has become harmful
    • Rewiring your relationship with money + work
    • Ditching burnout for abundance
    • Blueprinting vs. budgeting: a mindful money shift
    • How to own your worth & create space for joy

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