In this beautiful, heart-opening conversation, Allison shares her journey from the world of dance into the deeper, more healing space of somatics and embodiment.

We explore what it really means to come back home to your body… to feel instead of just think… and to trust the wisdom that’s been within you all along.

This episode is especially powerful for midlife women who are ready to reconnect with themselves, release what no longer serves them, and step into a more grounded, authentic way of living.

• Embodiment through dance and somatic practices
• Why empathy is actually a superpower
• Learning to reconnect with your body for healing and clarity
• The difference between living from the mind vs. the body
• How movement helps process stored emotions and experiences
• Navigating stress, anxiety, and overwhelm in a more grounded way
• Why women are such an important force for change right now

• Feeling is not weakness… it’s power
• Pausing, breathing, and tuning in can shift everything
• Your body holds wisdom your mind can’t always access
• Movement is medicine for emotional release and healing
• Trusting yourself is a practice… and it starts within

00:00 Introduction to Somatics and Dance

03:26 Allison's Journey into Dance

06:27 Creating Safe Spaces Through Teaching

09:40 Yoga and Personal Growth

12:25 Grounding + Emotional Awareness Practices

15:37 Body vs. Mind: Who Leads?

20:22 Learning to Trust Your Body

25:21 Technology + Its Impact on the Next Generation

30:30 Self-Advocacy and Empowerment

35:33 Somatics for Emotional Healing

40:26 Non-Negotiables for a Fulfilling Life

Allison is a dancer, former professor, and performer with over 25 years in the healing arts.

Her work is rooted in the belief that the body isn’t just something we carry… it’s an intelligent guidance system.

She is the creator of Embodied Dance, a global teacher certification that uses dance as a healing art. Her method bridges the gap between traditional dance training and true mind-body connection, offering a more holistic, whole-person approach.

Through her work, Allison helps people reconnect to themselves, process emotions, and explore what it means to be human in an ever-changing world.

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And remember… lasting wellness doesn’t come from a complete life overhaul. It comes from small, consistent 1% shifts that move you toward a healthier home and a healthier you.

In this heartfelt and eye-opening conversation, Robin sits down with Stephanie, a trauma-informed somatic coach, to explore the powerful connection between the body, stress, and healing.

Stephanie shares her personal journey through health challenges and how it led her to discover somatic practices that support true nervous system regulation—not just coping, but deep, lasting transformation.

Together, they unpack simple yet powerful tools to help you understand your body’s language, release stored stress, and build resilience from the inside out.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode… this episode will gently guide you back to yourself.

• How somatic practices help regulate your nervous system
• The 4 pillars of somatic bliss: recognize, resource, release, resilience
• Why sleep, nourishment, and boundaries are foundational (not optional)
• How to understand your body’s signals—sensations, emotions, and communication
• The hidden impact of social media and negativity bias on your stress levels

00:00 Introduction to Somatics and Personal Journey

11:23 The Somatic Bliss Method: Four Pillars of Healing

20:45 Transforming Stress: A New Perspective

28:18 Bridging the Gap: Somatics and Communication

31:33 Understanding Somatics and Emotional Awareness

35:16 The Role of Safety in Healing

38:05 The Importance of Sleep and Basic Needs

41:49 Empowerment Through Somatic Practices

46:23 Survival Strategies and Emotional Responses

49:34 Non-Negotiables for Health and Wellness

• Dr. Emoto's Water Experiments
• https://www.meditationoasis.com/blog/2014/02/dr-emotos-water-crystal-experiments/
• Somatic Bliss Method

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In this episode of Healthy Habits for a Healthier Home, Robin sits down with Jodi Scott, co-founder of Green Goo, to explore the powerful connection between skin health and overall wellness.

With a background in pre-med studies and a master’s degree in health psychology, Jodi shares how her family’s tradition of crafting herbal salves evolved into a trusted plant-based first aid and skincare company rooted in both traditional plant medicine and modern science.

Together, they unpack why the skin is more than just a surface barrier — it’s an active communicator between the nervous, immune, and hormonal systems. This conversation dives into ingredient transparency, reducing toxic load, supporting the body naturally, and how small daily shifts can create lasting health transformation.

1. Skin health directly impacts nervous, immune, and hormonal balance
2. What you put on your body matters just as much as what you put in it
3. Plant-based ingredients can effectively support healing and repair
4. Transparency in skincare builds consumer trust
5. Less ingredients — done well — often work better
6. Traditional herbal wisdom still has powerful relevance today
7. Mindfulness and self-care are foundational to wellness
8. Holistic health recognizes the body as an interconnected system
9. Natural first aid solutions can reduce unnecessary chemical exposure
10. Small 1% shifts lead to meaningful long-term change

00:00 Introduction to Jodi and Her Journey

02:53 The Birth of Green Goo: A Family Venture

05:49 The Connection Between Skin and Whole-Body Health

09:10 Understanding Ingredients: The Good and the Harmful

12:02 The Science Behind Skin Repair and Healing

14:55 Why Holistic Health Matters

18:10 The Power of Plant-Based Ingredients

20:57 The Versatility of Green Goo Products

23:45 Natural Product Pricing & Value

27:08 Integrity in Business and Formulation

28:34 Eczema Struggles and Root Solutions

30:00 Supporting Skin Repair Naturally

32:50 Holistic Approaches to Pain Relief

34:41 Reducing Chemical Exposure

36:37 Ancient Plant Wisdom Meets Modern Science

40:56 The 1% Transformation Mindset

50:55 Daily Non-Negotiables for a Healthy Life

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What happens when four brothers decide to challenge the status quo of teen health?

In this powerful and hope-filled episode, I sit down with Abdullah (18), Zain (14), Emaad (12), and Qasim Ansari (10) — the incredible hosts of The Holistic Kids’ Show and co-authors of the best-selling book The Teen Health Revolution: Lifestyle Secrets to Optimize Your Mind, Body, and Soul.

These young leaders are on a mission to empower teens (and families!) to take ownership of their health — mind, body, and soul. With over 200 podcast episodes and interviews featuring top physicians, New York Times bestselling authors, Harvard professors, and national voices in health, their show ranks in the top 2% of podcasts globally.

But what moves me most? Their courage. Their conviction. And their heart for helping the next generation thrive instead of just survive.

We talk about:

✨ Why teens need a new model of health

✨ Lifestyle habits that build resilience early

✨ Mental health through a holistic lens

✨ What inspired them to start a kid-run podcast

✨ How families can lead a “Teen Health Revolution” at home

They’ve spoken at major functional medicine conferences, appeared on national TV, and are boldly stepping into rooms most adults never enter — all with the mission of changing the future of youth health.

This conversation will inspire you — especially if you’re raising teens or navigating that season soon.

Abdullah, Zain, Emaad, and Qasim Ansari are national speakers, youth wellness advocates, and hosts of The Holistic Kids’ Show. They are the co-authors of The Teen Health Revolution: Lifestyle Secrets to Optimize Your Mind, Body, and Soul, a powerful guide helping teens optimize their health naturally.

They’ve been featured on NBC and CBS, interviewed leading experts across the wellness space, and continue to inspire families nationwide with their message of empowerment and lifestyle-based health.

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In this episode of Healthy Habits for a Healthier Home, Robin sits down with Mona Murahwa, founder of Cleaning Mama, to talk about burnout, big pivots, and the powerful connection between our home environment and our health.

Mona shares her journey from a demanding corporate career to creating small-batch, non-toxic cleaning products rooted in intention, quality, and care. Together, they unpack why reading ingredients matters, how toxic cleaning products can impact hormones and overall wellness, and why greenwashing makes it harder than ever for families to make truly healthy choices.

This conversation is an empowering reminder that it’s okay to pivot, simplify, and choose products—and careers—that support peace, health, and purpose.

1. Burnout can be a sacred nudge toward reevaluating purpose and priorities
2. Conventional cleaning products can negatively impact hormones and family health
3. Reading ingredients is essential for informed, empowered choices
4. “Fragrance” can mean very different things—natural vs. synthetic matters
5. Small-batch production supports quality, transparency, and trust
6. Greenwashing is widespread in the cleaning and wellness industry
7. Mindful product choices support long-term health outcomes
8. Multi-purpose cleaners reduce clutter, overwhelm, and cost

00:00 – Introduction to Mona and Her Journey

03:09 – Burnout and the Transition to Cleaning Products

05:59 – The Impact of Toxic Cleaning Products on Health

08:47 – Navigating Health and Wellness for Families

12:10 – Ingredients to Avoid in Cleaning Products

15:02 – Why Small-Batch Production Matters

17:48 – Greenwashing & Learning to Read Ingredients

20:58 – Natural Fragrances and Their Benefits

23:47 – Mindfulness in Cleaning & Wellness

26:39 – The Power of Multi-Purpose Products

29:48 – Non-Negotiables for Health & Business

32:53 – Final Thoughts & Resources

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If you’re a mom who has ever felt uneasy making medical decisions for your child… questioned whether you were truly given all the information… or felt pressure to comply instead of being empowered — this episode is for you.

In this conversation, I sit down with Nurse Nicole, a longtime acute care bedside nurse who courageously shares what most parents never get to hear from inside the hospital system. Nicole opens up about informed consent, bodily sovereignty, and why medical freedom is not about being “anti” anything — it’s about protecting your right to choose what is best for you and your child.

We talk about the real-world consequences of medical decisions made without full transparency, the emotional weight parents carry when advocating for their kids, and why trusting your intuition as a parent matters more than ever. Nicole also sheds light on the pressures inside healthcare and what parents deserve to know when navigating medical care for their families.

This episode is empowering, eye-opening, and a reminder that you are your child’s best advocate — and you don’t need permission to ask questions, pause, or say no.

1. Informed consent is foundational — it’s not political, it’s ethical healthcare
2. Bodily sovereignty matters for every person, regardless of beliefs
3. There is a very real stigma faced by unvaxed or partially unvaxed healthcare workers that often goes unseen
4. You can stand firm in your convictions and still lead with compassion
5. Grassroots advocacy is changing the conversation around medical freedom
6. Courage doesn’t always look loud — sometimes it’s simply refusing to back down

1. 00:00 Welcome & Episode Introduction
2. 02:10 Nicole’s Nursing Background & Hospital Experience
3. 06:45 Being an “Unvaxed” Nurse in the Healthcare System
4. 14:30 Informed Consent & Bodily Sovereignty Explained
5. 22:10 Religious Rights & Standing Firm in Conviction
6. 30:05 Discrimination in Healthcare & Why It Matters
7. 38:20 Grassroots Advocacy & Legislative Involvement
8. 45:50 Holding Compassion in a Broken System
9. 52:10 Final Thoughts & Encouragement

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In this heartfelt conversation, Robin sits down with Michelle to talk about what real healing actually looks like—especially in midlife. Together, they explore mindset, fear, food sensitivities, rest, and the power of small, intentional shifts. This episode is a reminder that healing isn’t linear, perfection isn’t required, and your story matters. If you’re navigating midlife changes and craving a more empowered, whole-body approach to wellness, this one is for you.

1. How fear and mindset can directly impact health
2. Why healing takes time (and why that’s okay)
3. Food sensitivities, experimentation, and listening to your body
4. The importance of rest, recovery, and slowing down
5. Whole-life nourishment beyond just food
6. Lifestyle medicine and holistic health practices
7. Community, accountability, and celebrating small wins
8. Finding balance and defining your non-negotiables

00:00 – Introduction & Journey to Health

07:55 – Overcoming Fear & Mindset Shifts

16:00 – The Importance of Healing & Rest

24:00 – Navigating Midlife & Hormonal Changes

30:00 – Food Sensitivities & Personal Experiments

33:08 – Mindset & Nutrition

35:54 – Building Community for Support & Healing

37:49 – Pillars of Whole-Life Nourishment

42:12 – Small Shifts for Big Changes

44:46 – Accountability & Commitment

49:02 – Integrating Lifestyle Medicine

52:00 – Balance & Life Non-Negotiables

1. Everybody’s story matters.
2. Fear can keep the body stuck in sickness.
3. Healing requires patience and compassion.
4. Mindset shifts are foundational to wellness.
5. Rest is not optional—it’s essential.
6. Good enough truly is better than perfect.
7. You get to choose what you eat and how you feel.
8. Self-care is not selfish.
9. Empower yourself to say “no.”
10. Your body is always communicating—listen and experiment.
11. Community support accelerates healing.
12. Small shifts create big, sustainable change.
13. Accountability deepens commitment.