In this episode, we are discussing the challenges women face in changing established habits during perimenopause and menopause stages in life. I’m sharing how shifting my personal phone use habits from the morning and night was an intentional choice due to the negative effect it had on my wellbeing. This is about the importance of adjusting to hormonal changes in perimenopause & focusing on one or two major habit shifts at a time.   Today on The Simplicity Sessions: The Importance of Time Management Understanding the Challenges of Habit Formation The Role of Environment in Habit Formation Breaking the Phone Habit The Impact of Perimenopause on Habits The Power of Habit Change   Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you’re at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I’ll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I’ll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!   Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE This episode is sponsored by: St. Francis Herb Farm | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 Skin Essence Organics | Go to skinessence.ca and save 15% off your first order with code JENNPIKE15 /// Save 10% off every order with code JENNPIKE10 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for “subscribe & save” option   Resources: The Audacious Woman Mentorship | jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Program & Membership | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Facebook Community | The Simplicity Sessions Community   Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

In this episode, I am joined by Brandi and Desiree, owners of Eversio Wellness. Today we are discussing the health benefits of incorporating mushrooms into a daily diet. Brandi shares her journey from elementary school teaching to running a health-focused business as a response to personal health complications. The episode covers the incredible health benefits of using a range of different functional mushrooms including Lion's Mane, cordyceps, and turkey tail. Brandi passionately discusses the role of fungi in supporting overall health and wellbeing both at a physical and emotional level. Desiree, a naturopathic doctor, also supports these views with scientific knowledge on the subject. The episode emphasizes the importance of using high quality, organic, and dual extracted medicinal mushrooms to achieve remarkable health benefits. Today on The Simplicity Sessions: The Power of Taste and Perception Struggle with Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis The Birth of Eversio: A Mushroom Company Role of Functional Mushrooms in Health Benefits of Functional Mushrooms Different Forms of Mushroom Products: Capsules vs Powders Longevity Potential of Mushrooms   Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you’re at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I’ll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I’ll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!   Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Connect with Eversio Wellness - Brandi Garden is the co-founder of Eversio Wellness, a family owned and operated Canadian mushroom wellness company with a mission to change lives through fungi. The fungi kingdom found Brandi as she began to search for alternatives to a pharmaceutical she’d been prescribed for over a decade. She started Eversio with her husband, Craig, and has become a passionate advocate for the daily use of high quality medicinal mushrooms as powerful preventative, complementary, and alternative medicines. Website | http://www.eversiowellness.com Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/eversiowellness Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/eversio_wellness Use code JENNPIKE15 to receive 15% off the entire order on our website. This link auto adds this code to cart. https://www.eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15?redirect=collectionsfrontpage This episode is sponsored by: St. Francis Herb Farm | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 Skin Essence Organics | Go to skinessence.ca and save 15% off your first order with code JENNPIKE15 /// Save 10% off every order with code JENNPIKE10 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for “subscribe & save” option   Resources: The Audacious Woman Mentorship | jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Program & Membership | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Facebook Community | The Simplicity Sessions Community   Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

In this exchange, I am joined by my friend and guest, Meghan Telpner, to discuss her journey as an entrepreneur. Meghan shares her experience of scaling a successful online program, The Academy of Culinary Nutrition, and her decision to make a major shift in her career. Drawing from her own experience, she offers insights on how to live and lead from the heart, expressing concern about the dependency of businesses on social media platforms like Instagram. Meghan also highlights the importance of health, joyfulness, and engagement in a company's culture. With her recent move away from Instagram, she advocates for a more mindful approach to consuming information and listening to one's own bodily responses. She is currently working on a new course that emphasizes heart-led living and leadership. Today on The Simplicity Sessions: Meghan’s Journey and Success in Culinary Nutrition  Struggles of Running a Business  Impact of Business Decisions on Personal Life  Importance of Financial Planning in Business  Role of Social Media in Today's Society  The Collapse of a Broken System and the Rise of a New Era  Awakening of Humanity and the Shift in Consciousness  Dangers of Building a Business Entirely on Social Media  Power of Email Marketing and Owning Your Contacts  Importance of Tuning into Your Physical Feelings  Value of Knowing What You Need in Business Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you’re at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I’ll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I’ll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!   Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Connect with Meghan Telpner - Meghan Telpner is a Toronto-based nutritionist, bestselling author, and founder of the Academy of Culinary Nutrition. Meghan’s success in cultivating a global community of Culinary Nutrition Experts and her unique approach to business has garnered her multiple features in Forbes, and ranked her as one of the top 100 female entrepreneurs in Canada. As a multi-passionate person Meghan also offers courses and writings on coherence, financial freedom and quality of life metrics to help empower others to define and create the life of their dreams. When not in front of a screen pushing buttons, Meghan can be found doing macrame, sewing her own clothes, growing food in her backyard and sitting on her front porch drinking an elixir in practice mode for full retirement. Website | http://meghantelpner.com Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/meghantelpner Work with Meghan | http://culinarynutrition.com/program   This episode is sponsored by: St. Francis Herb Farm | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 Skin Essence Organics | Go to skinessence.ca and save 15% off your first order with code JENNPIKE15 /// Save 10% off every order with code JENNPIKE10 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for “subscribe & save” option   Resources: The Audacious Woman Mentorship | jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Program & Membership | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Facebook Community | The Simplicity Sessions Community   Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

  Grab your pen, put something warm and nourishing in your mug and get cozy before you press play.    Inside this 90-min Masterclass, I will be teaching you all about the near 75 symptoms women can experience plus the absolute most IMPORTANT lifestyle, exercise, nutrition, supplementation, tests and strategies you should know about when it comes to Perimenopause.   We'll also talk about hormone replacement therapy considerations and why trying to patch work your way through this 8-12 year journey of your life is not the way to go. The most vital health information you need at this time isn’t available from your government, OBGYN or your family doctor... if you choose that path as your approach to health care, you will most likely find yourself dismissed, frustrated, medicated and led down an unnecessary path.    Choose differently, educate yourself and feel empowered about this incredible stage instead! Are you ready? Let's do this.   Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you’re at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I’ll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I’ll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!   Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE This episode is sponsored by: St. Francis Herb Farm | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 Skin Essence Organics | Go to skinessence.ca and save 15% off your first order with code JENNPIKE15 /// Save 10% off every order with code JENNPIKE10 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for “subscribe & save” option   Resources: The Audacious Woman Mentorship | jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Program & Membership | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Facebook Community | The Simplicity Sessions Community   Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

In this detailed and informative episode, I am joined by Dr. Tyna Moore, leading expert in holistic regenerative medicine and resilient, metabolic health. Today, Dr. Moore provides her insight on metabolic health and hormonal balance. We discuss the importance of getting your gut health in check, the impact of stress, the benefits of strength training and the significant role hormones play in our health. Dr. Moore illuminates the role of exercise, diet, and bio-individualised hormonal therapy strategies in maintaining health and wellbeing, particularly for women in perimenopause.   Today on The Simplicity Sessions: Dangers of Insulin Resistance and Its Impact on Health  Importance of Strength Training and Muscle Building  Role of Lifestyle Choices in Insulin Resistance  Genetics on Health  Individual Responsibility in Health  Bio-Individuality, Perimenopause and Women's Health  Hormone Replacement Therapy Gut Health and Insulin Control   Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you’re at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I’ll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I’ll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!   Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Connect with Dr. Tyna Moore - With nearly three decades experience in the medical world, Dr. Tyna Moore is a leading expert in holistic regenerative medicine and resilient, metabolic health. Traditionally and alternatively trained in science and medicine as both a Naturopathic Physician and Chiropractor, she brings a unique perspective to those wishing to build a more robust foundation in their health and well-being. She is a podcast host, author, speaker, kettlebell devotee and mother. She is a fierce advocate for health autonomy and personal responsibility, which she helps others improve through her many offerings at drtyna.com and on her podcast, The Dr Tyna Show. Her true passion is coaching healthcare practitioners to utilize social media and build the online business of their dreams so they aren’t shackled by illegal mandates and can enjoy more time, money and autonomy. Website | http://www.drtyna.com Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/drtyna Free Offer | https://www.drtyna.com/metabolism Podcast | podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dr-tyna-show/id1577258582 This episode is sponsored by: St. Francis Herb Farm | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 Skin Essence Organics | Go to skinessence.ca and save 15% off your first order with code JENNPIKE15 /// Save 10% off every order with code JENNPIKE10 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for “subscribe & save” option   Resources: The Audacious Woman Mentorship | jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Program & Membership | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Facebook Community | The Simplicity Sessions Community   Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

In this episode, we are diving deep on planning and structuring workout sessions for beginners along with those for more advanced fitness enthusiasts, all with perimenopause in mind. It’s so important to understand your starting point, use foundational exercises that engage multiple muscles, & maintain form and technique, and the significance of progressive overload. I’m offering advice on staying consistent, approaching workouts with a positive mindset, enjoying the journey of fitness, keeping promises to yourself and the importance of customizing workout programs and nutrition based on individual goals. Today on The Simplicity Sessions: Understanding Your Starting Point in Fitness The Importance of Tracking Your Workouts Advanced Training: Splitting Your Workouts  Back and Arm Training Tips The Truth About Core Training Legs and Glutes: The Essentials The Role of Pilates and Barre in Training  The Importance of Consistency and Mindset in Training  The Power of Showing Up and Keeping Promises  Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you’re at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I’ll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I’ll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!   Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE This episode is sponsored by: St. Francis Herb Farm | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 Skin Essence Organics | Go to skinessence.ca and save 15% off your first order with code JENNPIKE15 /// Save 10% off every order with code JENNPIKE10 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for “subscribe & save” option   Resources: The Audacious Woman Mentorship | jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Program & Membership | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Facebook Community | The Simplicity Sessions Community   Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

In this episode, I am joined by Mark Groves, a human connection specialist, author, speaker, and host of 'The Mark Groves Podcast'. This discussion covers the role of boundaries in relationships, the importance of commitment to yourself, and the danger of self-abandonment. Mark shares his own personal journey from being a pharmaceutical sales rep to a motivator and communicator in the field of relationship health. Together, we explore the impact of societal messaging on women, the conditioning of abandoning yourself for the needs of others, and the healing potential when women gather in reverence and ceremony.   Today on The Simplicity Sessions: Mark's Journey and Transformation The Power of Self-Expression and Commitment The Importance of Self-Identity in Health Overcoming Guilt and Establishing Boundaries The Struggle of Abandoning Personal Goals The Impact of Social Media and Cancel Culture The Challenges of Aging and Societal Expectations The Power of Women and the Importance of Reverence Liberated Love: A Journey of Self-Discovery in Relationships   Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you’re at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I’ll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I’ll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!   Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Connect with Mark Groves - Meet Mark Groves: Human Connection Specialist, founder of Create the Love, author of Liberated Love and host of the Mark Groves Podcast. In other words, he's a speaker, writer, motivator, creator and collaborator. Mark's work bridges the academic and the human, inviting people to explore the good, the bad, the downright ugly, and the beautiful sides of connection. His purpose? To empower individuals to step into their power, transform the way they relate to themselves and others, and create authentic change for a life + love they’ll look back on with a resounding “f*ck yes! Website | markgroves.com //  createthelove.com Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/createthelove/ Facebook | https://www.facebook.com/createthelove/ Mark's new book, Liberated Love, is available for presale and hits shelves 4/16/24. This book is all about how to identify relationship patterns that keep you stuck so you can create true intimacy, in an environment that fosters and celebrates mutual strength and liberation, from the real-life couple behind “Create the Love.” Head here to preorder now! https://read.macmillan.com/lp/liberated-love/   This episode is sponsored by: St. Francis Herb Farm | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 Skin Essence Organics | Go to skinessence.ca and save 15% off your first order with code JENNPIKE15 /// Save 10% off every order with code JENNPIKE10 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for “subscribe & save” option   Resources: The Audacious Woman Mentorship | jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Program & Membership | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Facebook Community | The Simplicity Sessions Community   Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

In this episode, we are closing out 2023 and welcoming 2024 in your business. Join me as I talk about mastering a sustainable, adaptable and profitable business with a blend of strategies regardless of the limitations at hand. Emphasizing on personal methodology, value systems, and customer understanding, we are taking a deeper look at relationship-focused strategies. I also talk about business expansion tactics, the importance of reviewing business performance, and future planning in terms of business, body, mindset, and finances. Today on The Simplicity Sessions: A recap of 2023, what it taught you and what it showed you about yourself and your business Things to pay attention to as you move into 2024 Shift your Business Approach and Mindset The Art of Repurposing The Risks of Relying Solely on Social Media Platforms The Power of Quitting: Letting Go of What Doesn't Serve You The Importance of Mentorship in Business The Power of Collaboration in Business Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you’re at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I’ll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I’ll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!   Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE This episode is sponsored by: St. Francis Herb Farm | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 Skin Essence Organics | Go to skinessence.ca and save 15% off your first order with code JENNPIKE15 /// Save 10% off every order with code JENNPIKE10 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for “subscribe & save” option   Resources: The Audacious Woman Mentorship | jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Program & Membership | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Facebook Community | The Simplicity Sessions Community   Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

In this episode, I want you to really think about the goal you have in mind and how nutrition can help you reach that goal. The “Simplicity Plate” is looking at your meal on a plate or in a cup and asking if you have a healthy ratio of nutrients to reach your goals… fibre, carbohydrates, fat, and protein. These are the foundations for your body to succeed.  Today on The Simplicity Sessions: Diet culture & your hormones Maintenance calories Body recomposition How to balance & calculate fat, protein, fibre & carbs Strong metabolic health How to build your own Simplicity Plate How to “lose weight” (gain muscle, lose fat) Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you’re at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I’ll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I’ll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!   Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE This episode is sponsored by: St. Francis Herb Farm | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 Skin Essence Organics | Go to skinessence.ca and save 15% off your first order with code JENNPIKE15 /// Save 10% off every order with code JENNPIKE10 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for “subscribe & save” option   Resources: The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Program & Membership | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Facebook Community | The Simplicity Sessions Community   Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

In this episode, we are chatting about all things perimenopause – if you are wondering if you are in perimenopause, currently in it, or waiting for the day you fully transition into menopause – this is for you. If you are in a leadership role, whether it be at work or in your family life, you are going to FEEL perimenopause very differently because you have to show up for others while simultaneously showing up for yourself. It’s a difficult balancing act, but it is possible & I’m here to show you how.   Today on The Simplicity Sessions: When perimenopause affects your daily life Physical, Emotional & Mental changes in perimenopause The most common (not normal) signs & symptoms Why your energy & drive drops Dealing with your body changes when your family life is also changing How to empower & support yourself inside & out   Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you’re at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I’ll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I’ll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!   Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE This episode is sponsored by: St. Francis Herb Farm | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 Skin Essence Organics | Go to skinessence.ca and save 15% off your first order with code JENNPIKE15 /// Save 10% off every order with code JENNPIKE10 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for “subscribe & save” option   Resources: The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Program & Membership | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Facebook Community | The Simplicity Sessions Community   Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

In this episode, I am joined by Keisha Blair, the award-winning, international bestselling author of Holistic Wealth: 36 Life Lessons to Help You Recover From Disruption, Find Your Life Purpose and Achieve Financial Freedom. Keisha is the Founder of the Holistic Wealth Movement and the Institute on Holistic Wealth, which focuses on certifying consultants in this area. A Harvard-trained Policy Expert and Economist, Keisha was part of the Canadian Prime Minister’s supporting delegation to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland and the East Asia Summit in Singapore. She has led events such as the Most Powerful Women Summit in Montreal, Canada, and the Fortune Global Forum. Keisha has been profiled in the New York Times, Forbes, Harvard Business Review, Essence, and a number of other highly-visible publications.   Today on The Simplicity Sessions: What is Holistic Wealth? Financial freedom Entrepreneurial life Making daily intentional decisions Money trauma Couples & finances Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you’re at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I’ll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I’ll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!   Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Connect with Keisha Blair: Website | KeishaBlair.com Instagram | instagram.com/KeishaOBlair Facebook | facebook.com/KeishaBlairAuthor   This episode is sponsored by: St. Francis Herb Farm | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 Skin Essence Organics | Go to skinessence.ca and save 15% off your first order with code JENNPIKE15 /// Save 10% off every order with code JENNPIKE10 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for “subscribe & save” option   Resources: The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Program & Membership | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Facebook Community | The Simplicity Sessions Community   Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Kevin Preston, Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, herbalist and acupuncturist, trained in biological medicine. Known for his experience treating toxicity, chronic illness, and mystery syndromes, Kevin has served thousands of patients across North America, by combining extensive education and experience with intuition and heart connection, letting compassion rise to the forefront of all he does. He’s passionate about activating the inherent medicine within each of us, unlocking the true potential of the DNA and cellular network. Whether he is working in his clinic in Vernon, BC, in online workshops or hosting both large scale and intimate events, he works on all levels from the physical to the spiritual, and helps transform that into beautiful vitality.   Today on The Simplicity Sessions: Dr. Kevin’s backstory & journey Chinese Medicine Treatments Symptoms & Solutions Widen Your Practitioner Circle The New Human Event Being Stuck with Fear   Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you’re at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I’ll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I’ll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!   Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERE Spotify – CLICK HERE Connect with Dr. Kevin Preston: Website | drkevinpreston.com Instagram | instagram.com/drkevinpreston/ Facebook | facebook.com/drkevinpreston/ The New Human: Winter Soulstice Event Dec. 16th, 2023 (A 1-day deep dive in-person retreat in Enderby, BC) | drkevinpreston.com/soulstice/   This episode is sponsored by: St. Francis Herb Farm | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 Skin Essence Organics | Go to skinessence.ca and save 15% off your first order with code JENNPIKE15 /// Save 10% off every order with code JENNPIKE10 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for “subscribe & save” option   Resources: The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Program & Membership | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Facebook Community | The Simplicity Sessions Community   Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

In this episode, I am joined by Andrea Nakayama, Functional Medicine Nutritionist and educator, who has led thousands of clients, and now teaches even more coaches and clinicians around the world in a revolution reclaiming ownership of both their own and their clients’ health. As the host of the 15-Minute Matrix Podcast and the founder and former CEO of Functional Nutrition Alliance, Andrea draws on systems biology, mental models, root cause methodology and the therapeutic partnership to offer long-awaited solutions for the rapidly growing chronic illness epidemic. After losing her young husband to a brain tumor in 2002, she discovered a passion for using food as personalized medicine and is now regularly consulted as the nutrition expert for the toughest clinical cases in the practices of many world-renowned doctors. She trains nearly four thousand practitioners each year in her methodologies so that they too can become the last stop for their clients and patients as well as a trusted referral partner for doctors in their area.   Today on The Simplicity Sessions: Andrea’s origin story Mindset & health Cancer experiences Getting the full picture on your health Narrative Medicine (Timeline Medicine) No food is good or bad Nutrition & digestion   Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you’re at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I’ll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I’ll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!   Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERE Spotify – CLICK HERE Connect with Andrea Nakayama - Website | https://www.andreanakayama.com/ Instagram | @andreanakayama Facebook | @andreanakayama Podcast | 15-Minute Matrix Twitter | @andreanakayama YouTube | Functional Nutrition Alliance   This episode is sponsored by: St. Francis Herb Farm | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 Skin Essence Organics | Go to skinessence.ca and save 15% off your first order with code JENNPIKE15 /// Save 10% off every order with code JENNPIKE10   Resources: The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Program & Membership | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Facebook Community | The Simplicity Sessions Community   Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

In this episode, we are tackling the large topic and commonly asked questions around meal plans. It would be easy for me to give you an equation to follow for every meal, but that’s just not going to give you the results you want and need. I believe when you understand the WHY behind the WHAT you are trying to create, it sticks with you in a deeper way, makes more sense and helps you on the days that feel more challenging. Let’s dive deeper, find the real reason you want to meal plan and start a new path to health together.   Today on The Simplicity Sessions: Meal planning & what’s your reason behind it How to balance & calculate fat, protein & carbs Strong metabolic health Planning for reality Ingredient prep vs. Meal prep Blue zones Diet culture & your hormones Maintenance calories Body recomposition Coaches need coaches   Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you’re at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I’ll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I’ll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!   Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERE Spotify – CLICK HERE This episode is sponsored by: St. Francis Herb Farm | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 Skin Essence Organics | Go to skinessence.ca and save 15% off your first order with code JENNPIKE15 /// Save 10% off every order with code JENNPIKE10   Resources: 12 Week Body Recomposition Program | jennpike.com/recomp The Hormone Project Academy | jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Synced Program & Membership | jennpike.com/synced The Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic | jennpike.com/wellnessclinic The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Facebook Community | The Simplicity Sessions Community   Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.

In this episode, I am joined by Mike Feldstein, the visionary creator of Jaspr, an air purifier designed to tackle even the most toxic air conditions. With a background in air quality consulting and disaster cleanup, Mike has channeled his expertise into creating Jaspr, the world's first most powerful air purifier for home use.  Today we are taking a deeper look at the air quality in our homes and how wildfire debris, residue and residual smoke can be properly cleaned so your home can be in the best shape possible for you and your family.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Mike Feldstein - Website: jaspr.co Instagram: www.instagram.com/jasprco Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I am joined by Deanna Yates, founder and host of the popular podcast, Wannabe Clutter Free, where she helps busy families learn how to let go of the stuff holding them back so they can enjoy more time together, stop spending their weekends cleaning house, and go after the life they really want to be living. Deanna's positive attitude and down to earth nature has propelled the Wannabe Clutter Free podcast to the top 1% of podcasts and has reached over 1.5 Million listens. With expert guests, and tips and tricks from her own experiences she has helped women from all over the world discover the freedom that comes from living clutter-free. Deanna is a firm believer that our homes support our well being. When our homes are messy, it's often a reflection of chaos inside of our hearts and minds. We would do well to work on all aspects of our health simultaneously and clearing the clutter from our environment can help clear the clutter from inside our bodies too. Ready to live a clutter free life? Let’s begin…   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Deanna Yates - Guide for the Doable Dozen tasks –  I do these each week in our home to keep it tidy. These are a great place to start too if you want to get your home under control, but don't know what to do first. Sign up: https://wannabeclutterfree.com/doabledozenoptin Website: http://wannabeclutterfree.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/wannabeclutterfree Facebook: www.facebook.com/wannabeclutterfree Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Kim Jamieson-Blok, Doctor of Chiropractic, Massage Therapist, and Inspired Entrepreneur and hands-on healer for over 23 years! She has taken numerous certifications over the past 2 decades including several Myofascial and Soft tissue release techniques, Cranial Adjusting, Concussion Management, Paediatrics certifications, and many more! For 20+ years she’s been lit up by being a health professional, coach & mentor to thousands of patients through hands-on healing, self care movement & release techniques and foundational lifestyle & nutrition advice. In more recent years there has been a deeper focus on women’s health & wellness and empowering them to be their own health advocate. Teaching them about their nervous system regulation, supporting their elimination/detox pathways, their body’s cyclical rhythms & hormones, foundational life hacks and things we just should have known about our bodies all along! She believes there is so much we can do for ourselves, we just need guidance & support! We know our bodies the best and need to lean into the knowing and trust our gut (intuition). She is the founder, CEO and creator of Optimal Health & Chiropractic and she has recently developed The C Section Collective, an innovative self-care program that walks women who’ve had a c section or abdominal surgery, through a series of intentionally curated (nurturing) videos to support and inspire them to be an active participant in their healing journey, to move at their own pace, and feel connected to their bodies again. Today we are diving into exactly that - C-Section Rehab - let’s begin!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Dr. Kim Jamieson-Blok - Website: http://Www.optimal-health.ca Instagram: www.instagram.com/Optimalhealthseaforth Facebook: Optimal Health & Chiropractic Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I am joined by our newest edition to the practitioner team for the Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic, Dr. Alison Danby. Dr. Alison Danby is a Naturopathic Doctor and Functional Medicine Practitioner who has focused on immune function and autoimmune conditions for the last 15 years. She is on a mission to change the paradigm of how we medically treat autoimmune diseases. After working to put her own autoimmune conditions into remission, she realized that there is so much more we can do for our clients to support them through this journey. She is the founder of The Autoimmune Academy, The Host of the podcast Autoimmune Simplified, and an international speaker. Today we are diving into autoimmune illness and dis-ease in the body, and giving you the education so you are equipped to ask the right questions with your current physician and practitioner.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Dr. Alison Danby - Website - http://www.AlisonDanby.com  Instagram - instagram.com/dr.AlisonDanby Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Dr.AlisonDanby.ND   Work with Dr. Alison Danby in the Simplicity Women’s Wellness Clinic – https://jennpike.com/wellnessclinic    Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Calling all women who want to feel EMPOWERED when it comes to their body and health + all PRACTITIONERS who want to level-up their understanding of the intricacies of women’s hormones - this is for you!  Today’s episode is part 2 of my most recent masterclass - My Step-by-Step Road Map To Hormone Health Mastery. I’m going to walk you through my Simplicity road map for creating your own personal hormone-health revolution. I will take you through my very own 12-pillar method for creating a deeper understanding of your body, how she works and what she needs in order to THRIVE. Plus, you’ll find out how you can work with me inside the newest iteration of my revolutionary women's health program, The Hormone Project. Let’s begin!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Calling all women who want to feel EMPOWERED when it comes to their body and health + all PRACTITIONERS who want to level-up their understanding of the intricacies of women’s hormones - this is for you!  Today’s episode is part 1 of my most recent masterclass - My Step-by-Step Road Map To Hormone Health Mastery. I’m going to walk you through my Simplicity road map for creating your own personal hormone-health revolution. I will take you through my very own 12-pillar method for creating a deeper understanding of your body, how she works and what she needs in order to THRIVE. Plus, you’ll find out how you can work with me inside the newest iteration of my revolutionary women's health program, The Hormone Project. Let’s begin!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Joseph Antoun, CEO & Chairman of the Board of L-Nutra and Member of the Forbes Business Development Council. He's the former CEO of Health Systems Reform, a boutique consultancy aimed at improving public health by reforming health systems, management, and delivery. Prior to that, he was Director of Health Policy at the University of Chicago, Editor in Chief of the Journal of Health Systems and Reform and head of Business Development for Eli Lilly & Co. He completed his studies in Public Policy at Harvard University, in Public Health at Johns Hopkins University, and his Doctorate in Medicine and Masters’ in Medical and Biological Sciences at Saint Joseph University.   L-Nutra is the first nutra-tech company to focus on providing people the knowledge and products to live to 110 and beyond. A culmination of 25 years of research at the University of Southern California (USC) and 12 other partner universities, L-Nutra is pioneering Nutri-technologies that mimic and enhance the effects of fasting to unleash the body’s natural ability to fuel and rejuvenate itself. L-Nutra’s team of researchers and collaborators are leaders in the field of nutrition related to longevity and healthspan. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Dr. Joseph Antoun - Website: https://l-nutra.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prolonfmd/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LNutra/ Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I am joined by Vanessa Grutman, Master Biohacker, Health Coach & Successful Entrepreneur. Vanessa is a Certified Health Coach, Integrated Health Practitioner, Kinesiologist and seasoned entrepreneur dedicated to supporting women in reclaiming their energy and reconnecting with their true innate power for infinite abundance. While always being passionate for health, she spent the last decade building a successful 7-figure business in the skin health industry. She sold and exited this business earlier in 2023 with lots of wisdom that she’s now excited to share. She walked through her first experience in entrepreneurship deeply rooted in her masculine energy, fueled by wanting to be busy, hitting big goals and crushing her daily to-do list. It definitely worked, until it didn’t. She is now coaching high-achieving women who, like her, find themselves trapped in the same pattern of performance and perfectionism, disconnected from their bodies, tired of being tired. She has a special ability to meet you where you are, understand what is blocking your success and offering tailored recommendations to help you tap into your multidimensional potential. Vanessa offers a unique approach that encompasses her decade of experience as a successful entrepreneur and knowledge as a holistic health coach to biohack your life and help you blur the lines of possibilities. Start dreaming big!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Vanessa Grutman - The Energy Upgrade coaching program for high-achieving women wishing to reclaim their energy and reconnect with their power. Monthly enrollment open. Details: https://www.vanessagrutman.com/energy-upgrade-coaching Functional Medicine Liver Detox Protocol: https://www.vanessagrutman.com/offers/NBnCNuxb Book a free connect call to apply: https://calendly.com/vanessagrutman/connect Website: vanessagrutman.com Instagram: @vanessa.grutman Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VanessaGrutmanIHP Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I am joined by Krista Rivet, a certified classical homeopath (DCHM, HOM, CCH, RSHom (NA)) and a Certified Heartmath Provider. After becoming frustrated with chasing symptoms and never getting answers for her son’s chronic health issues, Krista discovered homeopathy and found a homeopath. When she witnessed healing like never before she had to know more so she went on to study homeopathy and became a homeopath. Krista studied and graduated with the Canadian college of Homeopathic medicine (DCHM) and is a certified classical Homeopath (CCH) with the Council of Homeopathic Certification and is a member of North American Society of Homeopaths (RSHom(NA)). She is passionate about the power we all hold within us and continues to be amazed at how we can access this and ignite this. When we become empowered from within our physical body can respond. Krista’s passion and areas of focus are chronic children’s health + behavioural issues, mental health and women’s health.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Krista Rivet - Website: http://www.kristarivet.com Instagram: @kristarivet.homeopathy Facebook: @kristarivethomeopathy Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.  

In this episode, I am joined by Maria Marlowe, a Certified Holistic Nutritionist specializing in acne and Founder of Kuma, a science-backed ingestible skincare company on a mission to revolutionize how people think about skincare: from outside-only to inside-out! For the past 10 years, Maria has helped thousands of people across the globe improve their health by improving their diet. In her signature 90-day Clear Skin Plan program, she has completely broken down how to get to the root of your acne and clear it naturally and swiftly through diet and lifestyle changes - even when medications have failed. She is the author of The Real Food Grocery Guide, Be Healthy Everyday (over 30K copies sold!) and has been featured in Vogue, Good Morning America, and many more. Today we are chatting about all things acne, the root causes, how to prevent acne and how to achieve clear skin.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Maria Marlowe - Website: http://www.mariamarlowe.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/mariamarlowe TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@glowbymarlowe Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GlowbyMarlowe/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/glowbymarlowe Clear Skin Plan: https://www.mariamarlowe.com/clear-skin-plan Freebie: Opt in: https://mariamarlowe.com/clear-skin-starter-kit/ Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

A brand new era for The Hormone Project has finally arrived, and the virtual doors are open. We have relaunched my signature service in a brand new and empowering way, and I can’t wait to share it with you. If I just tell you what to do, you’ll be successful for a few days, maybe weeks and then return to old habits and feel like you failed. If I teach you why and raise the thermostat in your connection and confidence to your own body and the women you connect with…HOLY MOTHER of everything your life will change! This new era of The Hormone Project was made for the woman who is ready to feel EMPOWERED by the wisdom her body already holds. THP has taken a new shape, and I’m so ready to unveil it. Let’s dive in.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Did you know that the 'period' you get when you are taking the pill is not a real period, but rather a chemical withdrawal bleed? Did you know that PMS is a sign of inflammation? Or that Adrenal Fatigue isn't truly what's going on when you're exhausted! Women often shy away from sharing conversations about their period and birth control, because its perceived to be a taboo subject. This has hindered, in fact hurt so many women as a result and we've been working hard over here to breakdown those barriers and normalize talking & sharing about our health, hormones and struggles so that more women can learn and feel safe to do the same. In this episode, I’m giving you everything you need to know about the Birth Control Pill.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Today, I am joined by Efrat LaMandre, founder of The Knew Method, where she empowers patients to finally realize that their symptoms are not in their head. She helps people optimize their health, prevent illness, reduce medication and feel great by getting to the root cause of their illness. Dr. E also sits on the Board of Trustees for Staten Island University Hospital, Serves as the Past-President of the Nurse Practitioner Association. In addition, Efrat owns a Primary Care Practice called EG Healthcare, a Medical Scribe company, HawkScribes, and an education company, EG PREP. If you’re one of the lucky few who wakes up feeling great every day, this is not the episode for you. If your doctors keep telling you that “you’re fine” or some variation of “you’re just stressed,” “you’re just getting older,” “if you lose weight, you’ll feel better,” “it's just your hormones” or … maybe they are even implying that … “It’s all in your head!” then turn up the volume – Dr. E and I are dropping major truth bombs this episode.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Efrat Lamandre - Website: www.theknewmethod.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/theknewmethod Facebook: www.facebook.com/theknewmethod Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@theknewmethod Youtube: www.youtube.com/@TheKnewMethodbyDrE Get The Knew Method Book: theknewmethod.com/book/ Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Mindy Pelz, Bestselling Author, Fasting Expert & Public Speaker. Dr. Mindy Pelz is a renowned holistic health expert and one of the leading voices in educating women about their bodies. She is on a mission to start a women's health revolution! Teaching her signature “5-Step Approach,” Dr. Mindy has empowered hundreds of thousands of people around the world to harness their body’s own healing abilities through fasting, diet variation, detoxing chemicals from the body, stress management, and lifestyle changes - as keys to achieving optimum health and slowing down the aging process. Her private coaching group, The Reset Academy, teaches women how to sync a fasting lifestyle with their hormones. There is nothing that Dr. Mindy loves more than empowering people to take back control of their health. Today we are laying it all out on the table – fasting, when done differently, will work for women… but HOW? Join us for a passionate and educational episode. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Dr. Mindy Pelz - Website: www.drmindypelz.com Get your copy of Fast Like a Girl: www.fastlikeagirl.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/dr.mindypelz/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/drmindypelz Youtube: www.youtube.com/drmindypelz Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, we are talking about all things liver health – what is impacting it, how to optimize its function, and how we can align our health choices to support it best. As women, we are the target market for a lot of products that have hormone disrupting chemicals that heavily affect detoxification and your liver health (body products, skin care, cleaning products, etc.). Grab your notebook and pen, this is a juicy educational episode!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

In today’s episode, I am joined by Krista Cumming, Functional Deep Sleep coach in our Women’s Wellness Clinic. Today we are chatting about deep sleeping, and more importantly, how to consistently achieve it. Specializing in sleep, hormones, and circadian/metabolic health, Krista helps women fall asleep AND stay asleep without medication so they can feel better. If you are struggling hard when it comes to sleep and it’s affecting other areas of your life (you don’t wake up feeling rested, suffer from bouts of insomnia, can’t fall or stay asleep)... this episode is for you. Book in The Women’s Wellness Clinic: https://jennpike.com/wellnessclinic    If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.   Connect with Krista - Website: http://www.mymidlifementor.com Instagram: @mymidlifementor   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In today’s episode, I am joined by Kristine Peacock, Cyclical Living Expert, Wellness Advisor, Success Coach & Mentor. We are chatting about cyclical living, training in rhythm with your body, empowering our daughters and where to begin. As a self-proclaimed Health-nut and Fitness Enthusiast, Kristine is passionate about all things food, nutrition and exercise! She is a Mom to 3 girls, ages 18, 15 and 11, Former Teacher and Culinary Nutrition Expert. Her wellness journey began more than 10 years ago when her husband was diagnosed with cancer. She transformed the way she cooked and began exercising regularly, influencing her children, friends and family along the way. As Kristine became stronger and healthier, her husband declined and she was widowed 9 years ago when the girls were 2, 6, & 9. Since then, Kristine certified with the Academy of Culinary Nutrition and left her 20 year teaching career. She now wears many hats within the Simplicity Team - as a Wellness Advisor for The Hormone Project and Women's Wellness Clinic & Synced Instructor & Success Coach, and she supports women with their cycles, health and hormones in our online global community. Book a Cycle Syncing Coaching call >> jennpike.thrivecart.com/cycle-syncing-coaching-session/   If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice. Connect with Kristine - Book a Cycle Syncing Coaching call >> jennpike.thrivecart.com/cycle-syncing-coaching-session/ Follow Kristine on Instagram, @coach.kristine, for all things health, hormones, fitness, food, mindset and motherhood! Instagram: @coach.kristine Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kristine.peacock.78/   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.  

Women’s health struggles are consistently dismissed. And while we dedicate all of our energy to every role we play and to those outside of ourselves, or in service of our big, audacious goals - our health is often moved to the bottom of the list. We created the Women’s Hormone Health Summit as a way to serve women everywhere with the education they need about their bodies so they can intentionally take care of themselves and their families with greater simplicity and ease. Today’s episode with Stephanie Dalton is from our 2023 summit. Menopause is a natural, transformative time in our lives, but it's a major transition that can be challenging to integrate, both emotionally and physically. As menopause approaches, the ovaries dramatically reduce estrogen production which affects many parts of the body, including blood vessels, heart, bone, breasts, uterus, urinary system, skin, and brain.   In this episode, you will learn about a wide range of holistic and natural approaches—including lifestyle, nutrition, and foundational supplements—to help you navigate this transition. Book in The Women’s Wellness Clinic: https://jennpike.com/wellnessclinic    Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Women’s health struggles are consistently dismissed. And while we dedicate all of our energy to every role we play and to those outside of ourselves, or in service of our big, audacious goals - our health is often moved to the bottom of the list. We created the Women’s Hormone Health Summit as a way to serve women everywhere with the education they need about their bodies so they can intentionally take care of themselves and their families with greater simplicity and ease. Today’s episode is from our 2023 summit. It should NOT feel like you're dragging yourself through this transitional phase! Get ready to learn more about your fabulously wise and powerful body.  You may not believe this right now, but trust me, your body holds many of the answers and solutions – even though you’ve been led to believe for so long that the answers live outside of you…   Not true!   If you’re ready to take a deeper dive and work on building a richer understanding and connection with your body as it moves toward or through Perimenopause, then you don’t want to miss this episode.   We’ll be diving into:  Defining Perimenopause  What you need to know in terms of supporting your body in terms of lifestyle, nutrition, testing, supplements, mentally emotionally What you don't need to worry about What you do need to be aware of   Book in The Women’s Wellness Clinic: https://jennpike.com/wellnessclinic    Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Women’s health struggles are consistently dismissed. And while we dedicate all of our energy to every role we play and to those outside of ourselves, or in service of our big, audacious goals - our health is often moved to the bottom of the list. We created the Women’s Hormone Health Summit as a way to serve women everywhere with the education they need about their bodies so they can intentionally take care of themselves and their families with greater simplicity and ease. Today’s episode with Megan Kroeker is from our 2023 summit. Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis are two of many hormone related conditions that women often experience.  Though these two conditions are very different, they are both often misdiagnosed, or achieving diagnosis may take many years. During this episode with Megan, you will learn the basics of PCOS and endometriosis, including signs/symptoms, and underlying reasons or causes for these conditions.  General strategies for management will also be discussed – including diet, lifestyle and supplements.   Book with Megan Kroeker in The Women’s Wellness Clinic: https://jennpike.com/wellnessclinic    Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.  

Women’s health struggles are consistently dismissed. And while we dedicate all of our energy to every role we play and to those outside of ourselves, or in service of our big, audacious goals - our health is often moved to the bottom of the list. We created the Women’s Hormone Health Summit as a way to serve women everywhere with the education they need about their bodies so they can intentionally take care of themselves and their families with greater simplicity and ease. Today’s episode with Jill Ford is from our 2023 summit. Join Jill in this jammed pack episode learning about Functional Nutrition for Smoother Digestion and Harmonious Hormones. What is functional nutrition & how can it help you Do you have gut issues? (signs & symptoms)  Do you have hormone issues (signs & symptoms)  How are they connected and common reasons for both What is your body trying to tell you? The language of symptoms Explore contributing factors Dig deeper - symptoms & testing Nutrition & strategies to support gut health Nutrition & strategies to support hormone health    Book with Jill Ford in The Women’s Wellness Clinic: https://jennpike.com/wellnessclinic  Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.  

Women’s health struggles are consistently dismissed. And while we dedicate all of our energy to every role we play and to those outside of ourselves, or in service of our big, audacious goals - our health is often moved to the bottom of the list. We created the Women’s Hormone Health Summit as a way to serve women everywhere with the education they need about their bodies so they can intentionally take care of themselves and their families with greater simplicity and ease. Today’s episode with Dr. Laura Anderson is from our 2023 summit. Join Dr. Laura Anderson ND in this jammed pack episode learning about aspects to healing and supporting your adrenals with therapies beyond just supplements! The importance of sleep, rest, nutrients to water, joy/hobbies, nature, moving your body & breath work, meditation/journaling, and nutrition The adrenal/thyroid connection The importance of caring for your nervous system and stress response How simple lifestyle shifts can have a huge impact on your adrenal health Easy action steps for each of these to take away and implement immediately   Book with Dr. Laura Anderson in The Women’s Wellness Clinic: https://jennpike.com/wellnessclinic    Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Today I am joined by my dear friend & colleague, Dr. Jolene Brighten, hormone expert, nutrition scientist, and thought leader in women’s medicine. She is board certified in naturopathic endocrinology and trained in clinical sexology. Dr. Brighten is the author of Is This Normal, a non-judgemental guide to creating hormone balance, eliminating unwanted symptoms, and building the sexual desire you crave. A fierce patient advocate and completely dedicated to uncovering the root cause of hormonal imbalances, Dr. Brighten empowers women worldwide to take control of their health and their hormones through her website and social medical channels. Dr. Brighten is an international speaker, clinical educator, and medical advisor within the tech community. In this episode, we get right to it discussing your body as a woman and answering the most common question in the health world… is this normal?   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Dr. Jolene Brighten - Website: drbrighten.com Instagram: @drjolenebrighten Facebook: Dr. Jolene Brighten Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

In this episode, we are chatting about all things gallbladder. Over the last 18 years in practice, but even more recently, there are a handful of women of all ages that we work with every month that do not have a gallbladder! Join me today to learn the role your gallbladder plays in your body, how to take care of it, and the signs and symptoms you can look out for if it needs more support. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

Today, I am joined by Shayna Cornelius and Dana Stiles, co-founders of DayLuna™, a company that provides tools for discovering your unique Human Design in order to live in personal alignment with your purpose and optimize your life. The dynamic duo are also hosts of the DayLuna™ Human Design Podcast and are on a mission to empower individuals towards self-love, personal freedom, and radical authenticity. Human Design is a spiritual science that helps individuals understand how their energy operates and how to make decisions that are in alignment for them. It is a system based on your exact time, date, and place of birth that provides a blueprint for navigating life with authenticity and ease, and leads to less resistance in relationships, greater magnetism, and abundance. In this episode, we discuss Human Design, what it is, and how you can use it to better your life & business.   More about Dana & Shayna: Dana and Shayna met in college and have been friends for over a decade. After graduating from college, they both had corporate careers, but around age 27, they found themselves burnt out with their work lives. They both have always felt that they were on a spiritual path since childhood, but upon the realization that they were unfulfilled with their corporate careers, they were then led further down their spiritual paths and to discovering Human Design. After discovering Human Design, Dana and Shayna began practicing living their “designs” and experienced a radical change in their lives. When working at a retreat in Costa Rica, their Human Design careers were born and they left the retreat with ritual kit orders, clients wanting readings, and the idea for their podcast. Since DayLuna™ launched in 2019, Dana and Shayna have been guiding clients to discover their Human Design and identify their purpose to achieve personal alignment. In addition to their readings, DayLuna’s offerings include personalized ritual kits, video courses, reader trainings, meditation tools, and their upcoming book, Human Design: Discover Your Unique Life Path & How To Navigate It With Purpose (January 10 2023, Fair Winds Press). Human Design: Discover Your Unique Life Path & How To Navigate It With Purpose is a guide that presents Human Design in an engaging and accessible way, which enables the reader to use and live this life-changing system. Complete with journal prompts, affirmations and quizzes, this book is the ultimate resource for understanding your Human Design and living in unique alignment. Dana and Shayna enjoy traveling and have deepened their spiritual practices in locations such as Costa Rica and Bali. In their free time, Shayna enjoys tapping and going to the beach with her dogs, while Dana loves music, Kundalini yoga, and playing her crystal singing bowls, which she uses to facilitate sound baths that are occasionally shared at DayLuna™ events. They both currently reside in Southern California, where they run DayLuna™. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice. Connect with DayLuna - Website: https://www.daylunalife.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d.a.y.l.u.n.a/?hl=en Book “Your Human Design: Discover Your Unique Life Path & How To Navigate It With Purpose” https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0760379149/creativepubco-20 Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

In this episode, I am doing something a little different and giving you all MY Life update – which is strange for me because I created this podcast for YOU & your health – but I have been asked quite a lot recently to talk about my life, business, home, training routine, macros & my personal goals… So here we are! Mentions in this episode: The Audacious Woman Podcast – find on Spotify & Apple Podcast on May 11th – follow on Instagram at @theaudaciouswoman for updates Our Airbnb Vacation Home in Costa Rica – https://costaricalasvillas.com/property/bc-south-family-home/ Supplements – You can find all of my favourite brands & supplements on FullScript: CANADA: https://ca.fullscript.com/welcome/jpike1551451924/signup USA: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/jpike1655481266/signup Parasite Cleanse – https://cellcore.com/products/para-kit (use this code to order: Ap5WxfLF)   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

In this episode, we come to a close for our audacity sessions as we move into a whole new podcast show! I reminisce on the experiences I have had to get me to this point, and share some exciting news: Starting on May 11th, you can find all of my storytelling & business focused episodes on the new “Audacious Woman” Podcast. As both entities of my business have grown, it was time I created a streamlined energy for these shows.   Join me on Monday’s for women’s health & wellness on The Simplicity Sessions Podcast   Join me on Thursday’s for all things business & storytelling on The Audacious Woman Podcast   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman  

In this episode, we are diving into the difference between PMS (Premenstrual Tension Syndrome) & PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) – there are a lot of differences in its severity, frequency, duration, how it shows up and the symptoms. Let’s get into it.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

It's time to stop letting your healthcare system be the bottleneck in your health! Have you been continually dismissed by your healthcare system? This episode is for you. Have you ever gone to your Doctor because you've noticed over the past weeks, months, years that... You do not have the same energy you once did You do not wake up feeling rested You're up throughout the night You're losing the elasticity in your skin You're gaining weight but you haven't changed anything about your diet or lifestyle Your periods are changing Your hair is falling out You're noticing skin eruptions or hives You have body aches You're experiencing heart palpitations You have anxiety or depression that feels like it's come out of nowhere Yet you're feeling that your symptoms are brushed off with a prescription and you're not being advised on any next steps or solutions beyond "let's wait and see".   This is a common theme we hear from women who come into our practice - the theme around being DISMISSED and DISAPPOINTED by your current healthcare system.   We are calling B.S.   This is about learning how to ADD more elements to your entire healthcare picture, outside of just your family physician. This isn't about disregarding your primary physician, but amplifying your own understanding in how to take care of your body and your family and seek out a well-rounded approach to support your goals.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am joined by Mike Feldstein, Founder & CEO of Jaspr, an air science & technology company. He is an unconventional entrepreneur who sees challenges as opportunities and who is constantly finding solutions to problems others see as insurmountable. Jaspr, Feldstein’s latest venture, is the culmination of Mike’s diverse background in air quality, disaster restoration, and entrepreneurship and it is his mission to protect air quality and improve human health through innovative products and education. Jaspr is a revolutionary science & technology company that manufactures world-class air purifiers specifically designed for the medical industry. Jaspr combines modern aesthetics and a dashboard with visual indicators of air quality that empower professionals to provide complete transparency to their patients, assuring them that they are breathing safe air. Today we are discussing if the air in your home is impacting your health, making your allergies worse and cutting your sleep down. Air is so fundamental to our existence we often forget its importance. Is your home’s air quality working against you? Let’s find out.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Michael Feldstein - Website: jaspr.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasprco/ Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

In this episode, I address a question that has been asked to me and about me many times – How do you know if a business mentor is the right one for you? To have a successful mentorship means that your mentor can put themselves in your shoes through personal experience. The mentor I needed changed over the years  –  first time business owner, to first time mom, to mom of two young children, and now mom of two teenagers – these are all very different stages of life that affect the capacity you are able to run your business. Mentors can help you navigate these new areas, so let’s find the right mentor for you.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman  

In this episode, I am joined by Catherine Farquharson, Transformation & Mindset Coach. Catherine is a Certified Trainer of Neuro Linguistic Programming, Trainer of Timeline Therapy™ Techniques, Trainer of HeartMath™, Master Practitioner of Hypnotherapy, and one of Proctor Gallagher’s top global consultants. Her job is to help you transform your life. She's not a magician, and she won’t do it for you – you do. But she will help you access the learning from the process, she will ask you to disrupt your comfort zone and do the work, and she will hold you accountable, gently but firmly, so you WILL get results. Today we dive into how to trust your knowing and yourself when others don’t understand or may not be in support of your decisions.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Cathrine - Website: http://www.mindsetcoaching.ca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catherine_farquharson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/catherine.farquharson.9 Free Masterclass “Fierce Honesty” to help you find your voice and speak your truth with an open heart: https://bit.ly/fierce-honesty   Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

In this episode, I’m speaking to the woman in business, the entrepreneur who is juggling way too many things at once. How do you cope when there is that feeling of burnout and sensation of whelm, both over- and under-whelm? The reality is you will experience this feeling a handful of times every year, no matter the industry, business type, or amount of income. If not handled properly, burnout in your business will lead to burnout in your personal life and physical body. We can’t ignore it, so how do we cope? Let’s dive in.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am addressing a very common question regarding working out; should you be exercising in a fed state or fasted state? I have been in the fitness industry for over 20 years and this has always been the topic of conversation. I believe you need to have an open mind as what  works for your body will change over the years, and even day to day! But what will work best for your body today? Let’s dive in.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

In this episode, I am joined by my own podcast producer, Alyssa Lyn. Alyssa Lyn is a podcast producer who educates and encourages business owners to create podcasts that elevate their business. Offering weekly tips and tricks on social media (no gatekeeping here!), Alyssa is on a mission to demystify podcast production and make recording fun again! After taking courses in audio production and running a podcast of her own for 2 seasons, she realized there was a need to streamline and simplify the podcast creation process for those looking to spread their message to the masses. Now, she runs her own business as a podcast producer and coach, taking your podcast dreams and turning them into a reality while empowering business owners to find their voice, holding space for their creativity. Coming from an arts and voice training background, Alyssa is able to provide a unique viewpoint for your show (e.g. vocal projection, annunciation, proper mic set up.) In a world that requires businesses to have an online presence, Alyssa is here to help you amplify your message and strengthen your community. Creating a podcast is no longer a pipe dream with Alyssa by your side! Today we discuss how to start your own podcast and how it can uplevel your pre-existing business.   Connect with Alyssa  - Website: https://www.thepodcastproducer.biz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepodcastproducer/ Book a Free 30 Minute Consultation: https://www.thepodcastproducer.biz/consult Grab My Free Guide on Microphones for Podcasting: https://www.thepodcastproducer.biz/links   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

One of the biggest areas of concern for women is their energy levels, fatigue and being flat out tired. In this episode, I am going to take you through the top 10 reasons why you may feel like this and 10 strategies to beat that exhaustion.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

In this episode, I’m answering some of the most asked questions about business. We will dive into… 1-to-1 practice vs. group The fear of sales MLM companies Multiple profit streams What to do when you burnout   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman  

Today, I am joined by Dr. Alison Danby, a Naturopathic Doctor trained in functional medicine, who has focused on immune function and autoimmune conditions for the last 15 years. She is the founder of The Autoimmune Institute, the host of the podcast Autoimmune Simplified, an international professional speaker, educating medical professionals on the collaborative medical care model for autoimmune, and a frequent guest on podcasts. Her mission is to change the paradigm of how we medically treat autoimmune, helping remove the frustration and overwhelm that is common with an autoimmune diagnosis while using collaborative care and helping her clients not only manage their condition but optimize their quality of life. Dr. Alison’s passion is working in both a one-on-one practice and within her autoimmune membership/group programs. In this episode, we discuss what you can do to support yourself between clinical visits  and how to be your own medical advocate   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Dr. Alison Danby, ND - Website: http://www.AlisonDanby.com Instagram: @dr.AlisonDanby Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dr.AlisonDanby.ND Between Visits Membership, a Functional Approach to Autoimmune: https://membership.theautoimmuneinstitute.ca/between-visits-membership-7442 FREE GIFT USING CODE PODCAST100 https://membership.theautoimmuneinstitute.ca/planner-sales-page Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

In this episode, I break down the real cost you should be concerned about in your business. There are a lot of parallels between building your business and taking care of your health and one of the biggest connections is the fear of trusting ourselves. We like to think it's money holding us back, when in fact it is fear! Having support in these situations is everything, whether it be family, friends, or a mentor, and it will help you grow exponentially.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman  

In this episode, I am joined by Karen Yarworksy, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Culinary Nutrition Expert, Personal Trainer, Yoga Instructor, Fascial Stretch Therapist and Thai Massage practitioner. With over 2 decades of experience in Health and Fitness, Karen has dedicated her life to understanding the Woman's body. She specializes in Digestion, Weight loss and Stress Management & caters to busy women helping them optimize their digestion and reach their weight loss goals with ease. Karen is extremely committed to her work because she’s been on the other side – dealing with digestion issues, excess weight and feeling lost and stuck for years. Her body felt broken and she had no one to turn to. Now Karen is that support for other women who are stuck with their weight loss goals, bloated and exhausted from dieting.  It’s time to understand what your body needs and create a plan to support your body by embracing food as healing tools vs restricting it.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Karen Yaworsky - Website: http://www.chaostocalmmethod.com Instagram: @yaworsky_wellness Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/245461389711475 Chaos to Calm Method: https://chaostocalmmethod.com/copy-of-new-10k-conversion-funnel-femininerqbh3x01 Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

Today, I am joined by my dear friend & colleague, Adele Tevlin. This episode was actually first released on Adele’s podcast, Coffee Conversations, and was so  well  received that we had to share it here with all of you. Adele is from Toronto and is the founder and CEO of Adele Wellness, a premium weight loss consultancy for high-performance professionals with demanding lifestyles. Adele is a behavioral expert and pattern interrupter that uses a combination of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Holistic Nutrition to ensure clients achieve sustainable health and wellness goals. Through consulting and corporate workshops, Adele has spent 10 years leading groundbreaking discussions that lead to the development of viable ways for people to change their behaviour and thought patterns. Although physical wellness is the first step, Adele dives deeper to transform the thought patterns of women in the workplace. She aims to close the gender gap that exists in executive positions and revolutionize Feminine Leadership, so female leaders can make the difference they are here to make! She does so by building their confidence, improving their mental and physical well-being, increasing resilience, and up-levelling their leadership by helping them transform their relationship with themselves. Adele is also a lifelong learner and is now enrolled in her dream program at Harvard University in the Masters of Psychology program. Adele holds a B.Sc in Neuropsychology, a certificate in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a Diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition. In this episode, we talk about what it actually means when you put the person you look up to on a pedestal, how our perception can get in our own way, and the fear of letting ourselves down. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman   Connect with Adele - Website: http://www.adelewellness.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adele_tevlin

In this episode of The Simplicity Sessions, my dear friend & colleague Heather Chauvin and I did a podcast swap! Here you will get to listen to a fantastic episode from Heather all about how to stick to your habits with her 10 minute habit strategy. You can find my episode over on Heather’s podcast – Emotionally Uncomfortable. Heather Chauvin is a leadership coach who helps ambitious, overwhelmed women conquer their fears and become leaders at work and home. Drawing from her professional experience as a social worker and her life experience raising three boys, Heather created a signature approach to help her clients create and enjoy sustainability, profitability and ease in business and life. She is the host of the Mom Is In Control Podcast where she reveals her most vulnerable truths about womanhood, marriage, parenting, living through stage 4 cancer and running a successful business without burning out. She released her first book, Dying To Be A Good Mother in 2021. When Heather isn’t busy driving her boys to hockey practice, you can find her curled up on the couch next to her husband, planning their next family adventure. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Heather - Book: Dying to Be a Good Mother https://heatherchauvin.com/book Website: heatherchauvin.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherchauvin_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heatherchauvincoaching Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

In this episode, I am joined by the audacious Amanda Steele, who is not only a core member of my team but has been a part of the Simplicity community for years! A Gen X’er raised in the 80’s and came of age in the 90’s. Those decades taught Amanda that she was in competition with every female. That she had to be on guard at all times because there was a woman waiting around the corner to take her down. In 2013 that belief became her reality and it was in some of her darkest days that Amanda realized how her thinking attracted her situation, and if her mind was THAT powerful then she could most definitely use it to create an even better reality! Are you ready for a vulnerable and open conversation? Let’s dive in…   Connect with Amanda Steele - I would love to talk about my new podcast UnF*ck Your Mind Join my email list https://unfckyourmind.aweb.page/p/40cd7785-4ce6-4b3a-90ac-6c4b95192535?fbclid=PAAaYqxWPKjfAtaoa1OgzoYGLEFZL40LIMN370XlaxrFQiAtVnUG3PKdrLkNA Instagram: @theamandasteele_ Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, we are diving into ways you can support your thyroid in your 30s, 40s & 50s. This is primarily the window of time where you will recognize perimenopausal & menopausal symptoms & changes, as well as metabolic changes (body weight, composition, food sensitivities, etc.) If you are ready to have this discussion about your health, and how you can make changes now so you feel amazing in the years to come, then this episode is for you.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

In this episode, I’m answering all your business questions on… Multiple profit streams Business Burnout 1:1 vs Group programs & sessions The fear of selling MLM’s What I’m currently studying Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am joined by a fellow master of hormones, Esther Blum, as we chat about all things gut health, hormones, and menopause. Esther is an Integrative Dietitian and Menopause Expert. In the past 27 years she has helped thousands of women master menopause through nutrition, hormones and self-advocacy. Esther is the bestselling author of “See ya later, Ovulator”, “Cavewomen Don’t Get Fat”, “Eat, Drink and Be Gorgeous”, “Secrets of Gorgeous”, and “The Eat, Drink, and Be Gorgeous Project”. Known as Gwyneth Paltrow’s menopause mentor and by Forbes for helping women thrive through menopause, Esther was also voted Best Nutritionist by Manhattan Magazine. She has appeared on the Today Show, ABC-TV, and Good Day NY and is frequently quoted in goop, Well + Good, Forbes, Time Magazine, The New York Post, The Los Angeles Times, In Style, Bazaar, Self, Fitness, Marie Claire, and Cosmo.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Esther Blum - Instagram: @gorgeousesther Website: http://www.estherblum.com Buy my book See ya later, Ovulator! Mastering Menopause: estherblum.com/mastering-menopause Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

In this episode, I’m answering a really great question that was submitted last week – How did I know it was time to expand my team? – this can be tough for many entrepreneurs as your business is like your child. Giving up some control, delegating, and managing are all things you are going to have to be okay with if you are going to expand. Today I’m sharing those pivotal moments when I knew it was time to grow my team.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman  

Did you know women make up 2/3 the cases of Dementia and Althzeimers? This is a topic that is very close to home for me as my mother-in-law was diagnosed with Dementia and is now in a long-term care facility. In this episode, I discuss how you can support your brain health NOW so you can live a long and healthy life.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

Life hands you a shite sandwich at the worst times possible. Sometimes it’s a mirco-shite - small and manageable - and other times it’s days of shite that never seem to end. It’s difficult to compartmentalize what is happening in our personal lives, heart, and mind and not let it affect our business. In this episode, I’m giving you my best tips on how you can show up in your business for all of these times.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman  

In this episode, I am joined by my dear friend and beautiful leader Asha Frost. We are diving into oracle decks, what they are, how you use them, and why you may want to have one (or many!) of these decks in your home. Asha’s new oracle deck - Sacred Medicine - is an absolutely stunning deck with visuals that will move you.   Asha Frost (she/her) is an Indigenous Medicine Woman, Entrepreneur and a member of the Chippewas of Nawash First Nation. She is the best-selling author of You are the Medicine, and has guided thousands of people through profound and lasting transformation. As a highly sought after speaker, Asha leads from her Clan teachings of the Crane – holding space from vision and heart.  Asha has blended her life experience in her work as a homeopath, energy healer and mentor, with her innate gifts and the wisdom of her Ancestors.  She loves sharing her Medicine in powerful ways through Ceremonies, teachings, and speaking events. Through this work, she loves seeing people reclaim their roots, find their healing wisdom, and rise into their power.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Asha – Website: ashafrost.com Instagram: instagram.com/asha.frost Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MedicineWomanAshaFrost Cards: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/719774/the-sacred-medicine-oracle-by-asha-frost/ https://www.amazon.ca/Sacred-Medicine-Oracle-56-Card-Guidebook/dp/1401966780/ https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/the-sacred-medicine-oracle-a/9781401966782-item.html?ikwsec=Books&ikwidx=1#algoliaQueryId=680a7a6a1f60b22e43bee79327ffe0cc Book: youarethemedicinebook.com   Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJennPike20 to save 20%

In this episode, I’m breaking down how you can create consistent $10K months in your business, and better yet, have $10K be your new minimum & starting point. A lot of entrepreneurs have $10K as their first goal, and it’s an amazing feeling to hit it as a new business owner - so let’s make it happen! If you want to dive deeper into this topic, I invite you to join me in the  Equilibrium Mastermind – find out more information & when the next round begins by going to https://jennpike.com/equilibrium   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I’m sharing the top 10 ways alcohol is impacting your health and hormones. As women, alcohol affects us in a different way and this isn’t an easy topic to discuss – no one wants to be schooled on why they shouldn’t drink and party. Today I’ll take you through the signs and symptoms that I experienced and how I came to terms with the fact that my body just didn’t handle alcohol anymore. If you are ready to take your health into your own hands, and make an impactful change, this episode is for you.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJENN20 to save 20%

In this episode, I am sharing the 10-minute exercise that can help you build out 60 days of content to nurture your community - crazy right? Content creation is one of the most overwhelming aspects of running your own business, and it’s a slippery slope into comparing yourself to others. Today I’m taking you through some new ways to view content creation, stretch your ideas, and batch create.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I talk about a very important factor for women who are in or entering perimenopause – protein. I’m going to take you through my favourite protein sources, why it’s beneficial to consume protein, and why it’s important to understand macro & micro nutrition and what the quality of the food is you are nourishing your body with. If your goal is to balance your blood sugars and support a lean body, this is your episode!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJENN20 to save 20%

In this episode, I talk about what I think is one of the most important things when running a business, how to  build a profitable email list. In a world that is so heavily focused on social media, gaining followers and getting likes, many will spend an abundance of time on these areas for their business and not make many sales. Are sales possible through social media? Yes, but it’s not as simple as you’d think, PLUS you don’t have control over social  media - platforms going down, accounts being deleted, etc. That is why a mailing list has been and will continue to be so  important for making sales.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I dive into the hormonal challenges for women over the age of 35 – why 35? Age 35 is typically where most women will see a shift in their bodies, and some begin the early early stages of perimenopause. The biggest challenge I see is that these women have tried everything they can to fix their health, lose weight, have more energy, etc. and yet nothing has changed. If you feel like you have done every option under the sun with no success, this episode is for you.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJENN20 to save 20%

In this episode, I talk about my take on multi-tasking vs. efficiency and how this can flow into your business. The question you should be asking yourself as a business owner should ALWAYS be “how can I be more efficient with my time?” and this plays a major role in what kind of services, programs, and offerings you will bring to your clients.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I address a topic that simply does not get enough attention – weight gain during perimenopause. There is no specific age this happens at, and there is no guarantee the weight gain will happen to all women, however perimenopause WILL happen to EVERY woman and it’s important to be informed of the signs and symptoms so you can support your body in the best way possible.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJENN20 to save 20%

In this episode I chat about:  the new concept I coined “the sweet in-between” balance and duality, & the energetics of the universe; and how this relates to life and business inspired action and why it’s so imperative how to make business feel easeful and fun, while still doing all the work and taking all the action journal prompts/questions to ask yourself to explore this new concept exploration into finding what lights you up and how to release, delegate, or make the things more fun and joyful that don't light you up  ~Connect with Me~ Thank you for listening to today’s episode! If you enjoyed today’s episode, feel free to rate and review Evolve & Align and share this episode with a friend. While you’re here, don’t forget to subscribe to Evolve & Align to be notified when the next episode is released! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theleemichelle/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theleemichelle/ Website & Blog: https://theleemichelle ~Mentioned in Today’s Episode~ Ways to work closer with me: On your business journey: https://theleemichelle.com/aligned-energetics/ On your wellness journey: https://theleemichelle.com/wellness-program/

Today we begin with a deeper understanding of your adrenals and stress response. Women are misinformed on what the experience will actually look like, with myths circulating, it’s hard to know what is normal, what isn’t, and what to actually expect. As I kick off a new series that will span over the following months, I hope you can learn and absorb as much information as possible from this – the year of perimenopause support.    Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJENN20 to save 20%

In this episode, I take you through 6 pillars that I think are really important to think about whether you have a business, want to create one or are in the process of creating one. This audit is not simply just looking at the financial numbers, because there is so much more to a successful business than the dollar. If this episode inspired you and you are looking to dive deeper, I hope you join me for my newest offer, The Audaciously Wealthy Workshop – A 2-hour Workshop For Business Owners Who Have Audacious Money Goals And Are Ready To Create A Solid Financial Road Map That Will Get Them There | January 17th 12:30pm - 2:30pm EST // 9:30am - 11:30am PST – https://jennpike.com/wealthworkshop   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am joined by the well known man with a mission, Kaylor Betts. Kaylor is a rising star in the mental health space, with a growing following and a hard hitting, buzzworthy podcast, The Mental Wealth Podcast. Kaylor is a contrarian and holds no punches when speaking out against mainstream opinion. Kaylor faced his mental health head-on and tackled his long history with anxiety and depression. He has taken a deep dive into studying human optimization and has created a brand around ‘Mental Wealth’. Working with clients around the world, he has changed thousands of lives and is only getting started. Kaylor is a force. Fueled by adversity, he is relentless in his passion to change lives and help us all understand how to live life beyond what we thought was possible. Today Kaylor and I have a candid conversation about mental wealth, health and overall wellbeing.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Kaylor Betts - Work with Kaylor: https://buildmentalwealth.co/ Website: https://www.mentalwealthpodcast.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekaylorbetts/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mentalwealthcoach Listen to Kaylor's podcast, the Mental Wealth Podcast on all major platforms! Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJENN20 to save 20%

In this episode, I discuss the very taboo subject of money and  earning money as a woman. When I heard this saying… “Money shaming is the new witch burning” I thought, the amount of shame and judgment around earning a high level of income is exactly like this, and it shocked my entire body how true it was. It shocked me because I felt that shame before too, and I was so done  with that feeling. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

Today, I wanted to spend some time to bring light to the struggle of the holidays. What starts out as one dinner, turns into 7 to 10 days of completely neglecting our bodies through a lack of nourishment, hydration, movement & rest. So we let loose and then beat ourselves up after the fact. It's a really stressful place to put ourselves in, it never feels good, so I want to give you some tips and hopefully some inspiration as to how you can step out of this energy… because it is serving no one. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Proactive holiday tips How to plan ahead Fasting during the holidays Keeping up daily routines The holiday mindset Being kinder to yourself Amplify your water Workouts & movements on time restraints Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJENN20 to save 20%

Today’s episode is for those of you who are 100% in business, and who choose the goal of “I want to earn 10K months or 100K years” – It’s so common, especially in entrepreneurship, to feel like you have finally made it when you hit those money goals. But the real question here is, WHY are  you choosing these goals? Will it make you happier? Will it mean you are successful? Let’s dive into it…   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am joined by the amazing Leanne Vogeal. Leanne is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Functional Blood Chemistry Specialist who has been in the space since 2007 helping women use a ketogenic diet to balance their hormones. She specializes in addressing chronic root cause issues such as parasites, mold, and metal toxicity using standard blood work. Leanne is the international best-selling author of The Keto Diet paperback, founder of healthfulpursuit.com and voice behind the longest running keto podcast, The Keto Diet Podcast. She works one on one with clients from all over the world, helping them understand their standard blood work and coaching them through their root cause issues. You can find her resources at HealthfulPursuit.com Join us as we discuss how to read functional blood tests in today’s episode.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Leanne Vogel - Parasite Protocol: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/parasites/ Symptoms, testing, and resources to determine whether you have a parasite. Plus, a full protocol to follow to eradicate them from your life. Labs to Request: https://www.healthfulpursuit.com/labs Unsure of what to get at your next blood work appointment? Here is a list of markers to request to get a full picture of your health. Website: http://healthfulpursuit.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leannevogel/ Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJENN20 to save 20%

In this episode, I open up on why I refuse to be part of the messaging that women need to do more in order to be and feel accomplished or successful. This is where the Audacious Woman was birthed from and this is the energy I want to put into the world. I hope you enjoy today’s episode and stay tuned for what's to come!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am joined by the wonderful Amber Romaniuk. Amber is an Emotional Eating, Digestive and Hormone Expert who helps high achieving women create a level of body confidence, intuition and optimal health through powerful mindset healing, self-care and overcoming self-sabotage with food. She does this through addressing the key negative thoughts, patterns and limiting beliefs that keep women stuck in the same behaviors for years and decades that they haven’t been able to break. Her podcast “The No Sugarcoating Podcast” has over a million downloads, over 300 episodes and is listened to in over 88 countries. Amber overcame her own emotional eating after gaining and losing more than 1000 lbs and spending over $50,000 on binge foods and spending 5 years balancing her hormones, digestion. She also dismantled her deep limiting beliefs and behaviors keeping her stuck in the same looping patterns. Now she helps others achieve the biggest healing miracles of Body Freedom™ so they have the confidence and health to create amazing lives. Today we have an open, honest and vulnerable conversation about emotional eating.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Amber Romaniuk - The No Sugarcoating Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-no-sugarcoating-podcast/id1158699464 Book a 30 Minute Body Freedom Session: https://amberapproved.ca/body-freedom-consultation/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/amberromaniuk Free emotional eating quiz: https://amberapproved.ca/emotional-eating-quiz/ Website: http://www.amberapproved.ca Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJENN20 to save 20%

In this episode, I dive deeper into how you can actually create a flow of engagement on your social media page. For many, putting yourself out there on social media is nerve-wracking, yet we know it is an integral part of selling our business. Using social media efficiently and effectively will have a positive outcome for your business.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

Tell me if any of this sounds familiar… 💜You feel like you can continue to go-go-go and find it difficult to just sit down and rest 💜When you lay down for sleep your mind keeps running even though you are so tired 💜You're suffering from brain fog and can’t focus for very long 💜You wake each night, usually between 1-4 am and it takes hours to fall back asleep 💜You suspect you have a hormone issue but have been dismissed in the past and told you’re fine If you did a mental checklist of 1 or more of these and thought to yourself, "yup, that's me..." then you're in the right place. Here are some of the things we'll be diving into inside today’s episode… ✅Ways to support deep & restorative sleep ✅How your hormones might be connected to your sleep + focus issues ✅Why brain fog is a symptom of hormonal imbalances and how to support your body to create more mental clarity + sharpness ✅Types of hormone testing + blood work that might help indicate areas of imbalance ✅The best supplements out there to promote better sleep and sharp cognition   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJENN20 to save 20%

In this episode, I am chatting about the energy of the offers you are creating and putting into the world. Energy, time and money are the 3 biggest blocks in business, and today I want to open up this conversation about what it really is that you are offering, is it bringing you value to your business and your clients, and what it has to say about you. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am joined by the beloved inspirational speaker and transformational teacher, Kute Blackson. He speaks at countless events he organizes around the world as well as at outside events including A-Fest, YPO (Young Presidents’ Organization), and EO (Entrepreneurs’ Organization). He is a member of the Transformational Leadership Council, a select group of one hundred of the world’s foremost authorities in the personal development industry. Winner of the 2019 Unity New Thought Walden Award, Blackson is widely considered a next generation leader in the field of personal development. His mission is simple: To awaken and inspire people across the planet to access inner freedom, live authentically and fulfill their true life’s purpose.   Today we have a beautiful conversation all on The Magic of Surrender, which is also the name of Kute’s new book!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Kute Blackson - Website: http://www.kuteblackson.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kuteblackson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kuteblacksonlovenow Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJENN20 to save 20%

In this episode, I address the most common question asked – “Why am I not making consistent sales?” – Are you ready for the answer? It’s because you are not selling consistently! Let’s get into how we can change that… Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am joined by the fabulous Jessica Lorion. Jessica has spent the past 13 years as a professional actor and voice over artist in New York City. Now, as the Host and Producer of the Mamas in Training Podcast, she supports pregnant women and aspiring moms on their journey into motherhood. What makes her show different from other pregnancy and motherhood podcasts is that she is NOT yet a mom. An autoimmune disease has delayed her journey into motherhood and she has decided to learn right alongside her audience. With a background in performing on stage, in front of camera, as well as being a professional singer, her mission is to spread the importance of studying motherhood. She intends to use her voice and desire to connect with women everywhere, to share the lessons she has learned and give community to those in need. Join us today in this eye opening conversation on the three pillars of motherhood.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Jessica Lorion  - Instagram: @mamasintrainingpod Facebook: @jessicalorion Website: https://mamasintraining.com/ For support & community, JOIN the Mamas in Training Facebook Community! https://urlgeni.us/facebook/mamasintrainingpod Listen to the Mamas in Training Podcast on any app: https://pod.link/mamas-in-training-preparing-for-pregnancy-motherhood   Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJENN20 to save 20%

In this episode, I am celebrating 300 episodes and answering your audacious business questions! The topics and questions I will be addressing today are: Empowerment The Why behind the What Energy Leaks Money: fear, self doubt and undercharging for your services Feeling Shame with Success   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am joined by the wonderful Maraya Brown. Maraya is a Yale and Functional Medicine Trained CNM, MSN. She helps ambitious women feel turned on by their life, their lover and themselves by addressing hormonal health, feminine power and helping women COME ALIVE. She is a mom, wife and Founder who left her Fortune 50 Corporate Career to serve women.   Maraya midwife's women through chapters of change in the areas of energy, hormones, libido and confidence.  She has a deep appreciation and respect for food as medicine and mindset matters. Her work online brings her 22 years of experience supporting women together in one place to co-create deep transformation, energy and passion.  She is also the Founder of the Women’s Vibrancy Code (podcast and program) and Beyond The Red Tent, and has owned a nutrition franchise since 2007. Today we dive into embracing our needs as women, how we can honour our adrenals and create aligned growth.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Maraya Brown - Website: https://www.marayabrown.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_marayabrown_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/energyhormoneslibido FREE 30 Minute Strategy Call: https://www.marayabrown.com/get-started Maraya's Women's Vibrancy Code Podcast: https://www.marayabrown.com/podcast Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJENN20 to save 20%

In this episode, I want to share my simplicity and ease tips all about your business. Over the past couple weeks I have talked about seasons of stuck and overwhelm – and with 2022 coming to a close, many of us are feeling the heat. Forming clarity on who you are and what you offer will help create that simplicity both in your life and business. Let’s tune into this feminine energy and have a realistic balance of life & work.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am sharing this valuable masterclass I did a few weeks back all about breast health and hormone testing. We dive into… How the DUTCH test can help us identify health issues before they arise How to support yourself if you experience painful, heavy or lumpy breasts Why estrogen metabolism is crucial to your overall hormonal health + how to optimize it Foundational strategies to support your breast health on a daily basis (it's simpler than you think!)    Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Genuine Health has been a long time favourite of mine for their Vegan Fermented Proteins+, Greens Superfood powders, probiotics and a multitude of other products and supplements. Use code GHJENN20 to save 20%

For today’s episode, I’m sharing my latest masterclass with you – Audacity. This Masterclass is for the highly attuned & aware woman who desires to have the Audacity to build the life and business that you desire, using the energetics AND the strategy. We talk about blending both so you can have an aligned strategy moving into the final months of this year and beyond.   If you desire; the ability to ebb and flow with your feminine energy, greater simplicity and a deeper sense of ease on your journey to creating the audacious life of your dreams -- lean in.   In this special Masterclass, I lead you through a powerful conversation of what's possible when you ignite your inner Audacity.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am  joined by the amazing Kate Davy. Kate is the oldest of 4 children and has been pretty Type A her entire life. She grew up with a mother who was prepared for everything (could feed 15 kids on a dime, pack up and leave for a long weekend at a moment’s notice, and if the power ever went out, she could quickly navigate her way through the house in the pitch black to grab candles and flashlights – she had a system for everything). And when Kate became a mother, she naturally followed in her footsteps. After meeting her now husband and blending their family of six, Kate had to get creative with organization and storage within their little home. Especially when it came to dedicating space for prepping. From the basement playroom and makeshift pantry to every square inch of the garage - each room had to serve more than one purpose, which meant all of their things needed to be part of a system while still being accessible to everyone. Yet in the frenzy of overhauling our home, Kate realized that she was in heaven! Purging and donating and shuffling things around to find the best possible solution became an obsession and she was completely in her element. Kate discovered that she could help other people to do the same things and thus - The Missing Link.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Kate Davy- Join The Missing Link: https://www.katedavysolutions.com/join_TML The Missing Link is a membership and community space encouraging 'Empowered Prepping' through consistent action. By shifting your mindset and looking at the world in a different way, you'll be inspired to prepare. It can actually be really fun. Join our ever evolving and growing membership community of like-minded mama's and families. What you'll get: peace of mind, community, continuity of content, accountability, weekly topics and calls that you can join in on (or watch later if you can't make them live), LIVE Q&A with Kate (and guests!) Instagram: @katedavysolutions Website: http://www.katedavysolutions.com Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I address the most common downfall of entrepreneurship. It usually starts with an idea, a passion you have for a product or service that you feel will help others. We do all this work to get started, hours and days working on this… and the sales don’t  follow. The harsh reality is if you aren’t  making sales then you don’t have a business, you have a hobby. The knowledge of sales funnels, lead generation, etc. is where most get STUCK. The key to remember is that this is not failing… This is simply a roadblock and today, I’m here to give you some insight on my experiences and seasons of stuck.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am joined by someone who literally makes the hairs on my arms stand up, Kaya Usher. Kaya Usher is no different than you. She grew up in a traditional family in Toronto, Canada. She went to University and fell in love with her husband Gord Downie at 20 years of age. They got married and had 4 amazing children. His music career took off beyond their wildest dreams and life got very busy and full. Then, in her forties, Kaya discovered frequencies following a major health challenge and the loss of Gord. It was then, in the depths of grief that she learned how to harness frequencies to shift her life, and the lives of others. Today, she lives so present and aware of her eternal self that her deepest desire is to help others find the Truth of their Brilliance. This is a mission that burns so strong in her now. She debuted her first album in the Fall of 21 - All This Is, as well as her first book - The Simplicity Platform: Harness The Power of Frequencies to Shift Your Life in Winter of 22. Today we are talking all things frequency work and simplicity!    Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Kaya Usher - You can find out more about her work on: http://www.thesimplicityplatform.com Website: https://thesimplicityplatform.com https://kayausher.com Immersion 8-Week Course: https://thesimplicityplatform.com/product/immersion-8-week-deep-dive-into-frequency-work-september-november/ The Simplicity Platform Book:  https://thesimplicityplatform.com/books-info/ Her album, which is much like a meditation album. You can find it on itunes and spotify, and more info on her music website which is https://kayausher.com Check out her Mighty Networks Community https://the-simplicity-platform.mn.co/share/5aIoLKG6WKB7mSUG?utm_source=manual Instagram: @thekayausher YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KayaUsherUnlimited Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I breakdown the idea of ambition versus over-achieving, and why I chose to adjust my vocabulary to better suit my lifestyle, dreams and goals. As ambitious women, we are hardwired differently, and our adrenals play a massive role in this. Are you someone that describes yourself as an ambitious woman? How do you define ambition? Join me as we discuss all of this and more in today’s episode.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am answering all of your questions about periods, ovulation, fibroids and spotting. These are common questions that I receive each week (sometimes daily!) and others that have been submitted for this Q&A specifically. I hope  you’re able to learn something new today and take this information with you to make cyclical living a breeze.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I break down some of the most common money mistakes that practitioners, clinicians and women make in business. The key to remember here is that a mistake is a learning opportunity (and boy have I had lots of those in my years of business and investments!). There are so many other ways to leverage your money than just putting it all into the bank, and today I will show you exactly that!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I’ll be taking you through a little more information about the DUTCH test and why it is considered the gold standard of hormone testing. Though I discuss the side of using the DUTCH test in your clinical practice, this episode is also great for the woman who is curious about what the DUTCH test could show them about their hormones. For more information on Deepen & Decode for Practitioners, go to jennpike.com/decode   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I go into why health should always be your top priority - yes even in business! The work you do is directly connected to the money you bring home, and if you can’t show up as your best self (nourished, well rested, good energy levels, etc.) it shows in the profits (both literally and metaphorically).   Health is not something you add in when you have time, it should be first on your list. If this is something you are working towards, then join me for today’s episode!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

Before we dive into today's episode, I want to preface by saying every case of thyroid dysfunction that I have ever worked with was also connected to an adrenal imbalance, and vice versa.   Your adrenals and thyroid are SO interconnected and today we’re going to dive into that connection on a deeper level.   How can you decipher the symptoms that you’re feeling in your body to know what exactly is out of balance?   How can you know if your adrenals need support?   What kind of testing is needed? Grab your head phones and press play to find out.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I focus on a topic that has been coming up a lot in my  DM’s and emails – the feeling of being hit by an energetic bus. There has been a lot of tension,  emotion, and excitement happening this September and everyone is feeling it. So often we can get caught up in the idea of a master plan in order to be successful, and I am here to talk to you about the “yes… and”, because energy plays a big role in success as well!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, we're diving into How You Can Support Yourself Through Perimenopause    You do not have to drag yourself through this stage!    You can feel good in your body again. If you're struggling with how, grab your head phones and press play.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this bonus episode, I take you on one of my famous “walk and talks” as I reflect on some big moments that have happened recently in my life and  my family's lives. I encourage you to walk with me as I talk about courage and audacity and how both are SO needed in business.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am chatting with those of you who are in business – whether you are an entrepreneur or working for a company where you are in a role where growth is happening, this is for you! Going into my 25th year of owning & running a business (and many forms of a business) I have learned a lot and grown so much that supporting other women in business has become a new passion of mine. Join me as I chat about how to find balance for your business through “Equilibrium”.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Join Equilibrium: https://jennpike.thrivecart.com/equilibrium-mastermind/

In this episode, we're diving into The Stages of Perimenopause, what's happening from a hormonal perspective, and how in some ways, this is almost like your second puberty!    There is very little education or support when we enter into Perimenopause, so my aim in creating this series is to offer you the information you need to make informed decisions when it comes to your health & vitality.    If you're looking for support as you move through this phase, grab your head phones and press play.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I dive into how to recognize if you need a recalibration in your life, body, and your nervous system. We are leaking energy and time, and we are not being honest with ourselves about our desires and not having that fire within us to be lit and excite us for our business & careers. We start to feel flat and apathetic and it SHOWS in so many areas of our lives. Ladies, it’s time to acknowledge and wake up to your own energetic capacity and boundaries.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman The Cycle Syncing Summit was curated and designed to help you learn the powerful art of Cycle Syncing AND how to apply this methodology to your entire life; the way you approach your health, your business or career, your social calendar, your movement, and so much more. If the idea of getting in tune with your cyclical nature intrigues you, this was made for you! Friday, September 16th 10am EST - 3pm EST // 7am PST - 12pm PST Claim your spot now for only  $99 – http://jennpike.com/summit

In this episode, I break down what you can expect during perimenopause. It should NOT feel like you're dragging yourself through the transitional phase of Perimenopause!   If you're not exactly sure when it begins, Perimenopause could happen between the ages of 35 to 50. It's the phase our body & hormones enter before menopause.   If you have a lifestyle that doesn't align with how you want to feel...   If you're in a challenging phase in your life...   If you're in a chronic state of high stress...   ...it may feel like a sudden and severe change.   If you're looking for support during this stage, grab your head phones and press play.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I share more about The Audacious Woman – who she is, where this was birthed from & what is in store for her! I truly believe the best businesses are built from an authentic place of passion and fire, not from what an industry is telling you to do or how to do it. There is a level of boldness, tenacity and audacity needed in order to pave your own path like this. It’s time we stop putting so much energy into forming and fitting into the box the industry tells us to be in to succeed and instead redirect that energy into doing things the way YOU desire them to be.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, we're diving into cycle syncing & cyclical awareness.    What is it?  Why is it important?  Who is it for?   Let's have some real talk for a moment -- our bodies were never meant to be in a constant state of doing, productivity, hustle, force or pushing through.  We are TIRED and our bodies are letting us know through inflammation, poor sleep, digestive upset, adrenal and thyroid disease, period problems, irregular and uncomfortable cycles, mood swings, early signs of Perimenopause, weight gain, difficulty in building muscle and overall hormonal imbalance.    It does not have to be this way! Cycle Syncing & Cycle Awareness is your first step on the road to feeling amazing inside your body again.   Curious? Grab your headphones and press play.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

This episode is the replay of our live event “Women… Ready to RISE” hosted by Laura Foster & myself. After 16 years of friendship, co-leading retreats and workshops and many moons of conversation, sisterhood and discovery, we are ready to offer you THE INVITATION of something new that our hearts and tenacious souls have been brewing for what feels like a lifetime. To be part of a new conversation, community, connection and calibration of Sisterhood. To plant the seed and knowing of what is possible when powerful women come together. It’s not about what you receive when you join us. It’s about what you’re saying YES to being a part of. 💗Consciousness 💗Clarity 💗Coherence 💗Creation 💗A collective energy that is changing the frequency for what is possible for women everywhere. If you’ve ever shared space with the two of us, or followed each of us individually, you will know that we are two of the most passionately, heart-led, champions for women’s rise in their lives and in the world We invite you to tune into this episode and to say yes to yourself. For more information about this new offering we discuss, click the link below: https://jennpike.lpages.co/women-together-we-rise/ Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

This conversation has been a long time coming. In this episode, I take you on my personal journey of how I healed my adrenals and nervous system when I hit complete burnout in 2015/2016 when I transitioned my business completely online. There was a lot of emotional let down and release that happened that pushed me in the right direction for my recovery. I hope my vulnerability and experiences I share in this episode validate you and your feelings and inspire you to step up for your own health and wellbeing.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I share my tips and suggestions on how to use your time more efficiently and with more intention. This has been a hot question coming in recently on managing time to create a successful business without the burnout. I have done almost every avenue of entrepreneurial endeavors – brick & mortar business, having kids while running a business, selling my business and moving to completely virtual, moving across the country and adjusting to a new time zone – I hope by sharing my personal experiences that you can take away some valuable lessons on optimizing your time and energy.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am joined by the wonderful Dr. Katie Rothwell. Dr. Rothwell is a Naturopathic Doctor and clinic owner in Barrie, Ontario Canada. She is a speaker, educator and recognized thyroid authority among her peers. As a clinician, Dr. Rothwell uses her signature framework and a practical down to earth approach to help her patients navigate the confusing world of thyroid health. As an educator, she is fiercely passionate about providing accurate, evidenced based thyroid education to health professionals. She is the founder and CEO of The Thyroid Academy, a revolutionary educational platform for both practitioners and patients. She is also a medical advisor, lectures regularly to her ND colleagues and provides consulting services across North America. Join us as we have an educational conversation about your thyroid, fertility, postpartum, and the different ways we can be doing better to properly assess and treat your thyroid for women specifically.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Dr. Katie Rothwell, ND - Website: https://thethyroidacademy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/your.thyroid.nd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katierothwellnaturopathicdoctor Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I open up an enlightening and empowering conversation about finances. Sounds boring, but I promise it is not! I love having conversations around money, the energy around it and to help others understand their own finances better. As an entrepreneur, there is a different way I look at my finances while running my business in comparison to when you are part of a business. Let’s dive in!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I want to remind you that you are not meant to feel exhausted, unwell, overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, with no energy or libido. None of this is normal,  yet so many of us accept that it is. This is common, but it is NOT normal. Maybe you have noticed changes with your cycle, body, mood, skin, sleep, cravings,  etc.  and  have brushed them  aside. Ladies, it’s time we stop ignoring these signs.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I share a HUGE announcement that you may have noticed if you are following along on social media. In addition, I chat about what it’s like to be doing the work  behind the scenes that is not always noticed or seen  by followers and your clients – but it is just as important as what you share. Let’s dive into your passions, distractions & creating your long game plan! Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

I work with women and hormones every day, and one of the most common things I see is how many of these women have their hormones impacting them in ways that are  not  so obvious. Hormone imbalances cause more than just energy and sleep issues, cycle pattern changes, weight gain and hair loss. For  me, this education all starts with cyclical  awareness. Do you want to live cyclically? This conversation is for you!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

I talk a lot on social  media about your soul’s calling, how you really tap into and come   from  this place  of  knowing what your purpose and passion is. Many times, people love to hear this and what is possible, but to actually create that possibility for themselves is  much more difficult. Do you struggle to tune into your soul purpose? Let’s dive into this.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am joined by the incredibly knowledgeable Dr. Stephen Cabral. Dr. Cabral is a Board Certified Doctor of Naturopathy and founder of the Cabral Wellness Institute and StephenCabral.com. At 17 years old, Stephen Cabral was diagnosed with a life-altering illness and given no hope for recovery. Everyday, he suffered endlessly for many years. It was only after Stephen traveled all over the world and discovered how to combine ancient Ayurvedic healing practices with state-of-the-art Naturopathic & Functional Medicine did he understand how to fully rebalance the body and re-energize it with life. Today in Dr. Cabral’s online and Boston practice, where he and his team have completed over 250,000 client appointments, he uses Functional Medicine lab testing and Personalized Wellness Plans to help people rebalance their mind and body to recover from auto-immune, thyroid, fatigue, hormone, weight gain, digestive, childhood, mood, skin, and dozens of other hard to treat health conditions. His mission is to help people understand that there is always a reason why you have not achieved your ideal wellness or weight loss goals and that you can and will get well again!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Dr. Stephan Cabral - Special Offer: Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral’s book, the Rain Barrel Effect:  StephenCabral.com/freebook Website: StephenCabral.com Instagram: Instagram.com/StephenCabral Facebook: Facebook.com/DrStephenCabral Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I discuss the very taboo subject of money and  earning money as a woman. When I heard this saying… “Money shaming is the new witch burning” I thought, the amount of shame and judgment around earning a high level of income is exactly like this, and it shocked my entire body how true it was. It shocked me because I felt that shame before too, and I was so done  with that feeling.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

Today I’m chatting about this constant theme I have seen being in the health industry for so many years - promises. We promise ourselves we will go to the gym, meal prep, take time for self care, amongst many other things, yet when something else comes up, those are the first things we will reschedule, postpone or forget altogether. Do you keep the promises you make to yourself? Let’s dive in…   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I share my personal struggle with being in the present, and embracing that beginner energy in new endeavors. I read the following quote and it really struck me… “Stress is caused by being ‘here’ but wanting to be ‘there’.” - Eckhart Tolle … this is the reason why so many people struggle with reaching their goals. They are living in the future, and not harnessing the power of the now.I invite you to be in the moment with me for today’s episode. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman   Want to join The Equilibrium Mastermind? This is an 11-day Mastermind Experience for highly attuned and aware women in business who desire to drop the energy of running their business first and enjoying their life second.   The Equilibrium of both the masculine and feminine energies in alignment with your own cyclical awareness + power is where MAGIC HAPPENS. We're going to call out that magic inside this 11-day intensive!   It's time you redefine your personal potential and power. Join me for The Equilibrium Mastermind  Begins July 20th, 2022 – https://jennpike.thrivecart.com/equilibrium-mastermind/

In this episode, I am joined by the brilliant Ari Whitten, Founder of The Energy Blueprint. He is an energy and fatigue specialist who focuses on taking an evidence-based approach to energy enhancement, nutrition, exercise, natural health expert, and #1 best-selling author. He has been studying nutrition and holistic health for more than 2 decades and has a Bachelor of Science from San Diego State University in Kinesiology (with specialization in fitness, nutrition, and health). He also has a background in exercise physiology and fitness. He holds two advanced certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Corrective Exercise Specialist and Performance Enhancement Specialist. In addition, he recently completed the 3 years of coursework for his Ph.D. Clinical Psychology, an education that rounds out all aspects – nutrition, fitness, and psychology – of his approach to optimal health. Ari is a tireless researcher who has obsessively devoted the last 20 years of his life to the pursuit of being on the cutting‑edge of the science on health and energy enhancement. Today we are having a deep conversation about the science of overcoming fatigue. If you constantly catch yourself wishing you had more energy,  could sleep better, and weren’t so tired – this episode is for you!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Ari Whitten - Website: https://theenergyblueprint.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theenergyblueprint/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theenergyblueprint/ Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I am calling forth the bold, unapologetic woman that is within you. After leading an 11 day mastermind “Equilibrium” I saw an unbelievable shift in these women who joined – they no longer want to sit back and observe, they are jumping in with intention, plans, and energy to reach their highest goals. It’s time to stop dismissing our own talents and abilities, and step into them  with confidence.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman   Want to join The Equilibrium Mastermind? This is an 11-day Mastermind Experience for highly attuned and aware women in business who desire to drop the energy of running their business first and enjoying their life second.   The Equilibrium of both the masculine and feminine energies in alignment with your own cyclical awareness + power is where MAGIC HAPPENS. We're going to call out that magic inside this 11-day intensive!   It's time you redefine your personal potential and power. Join me for The Equilibrium Mastermind  Begins July 20th, 2022 – https://jennpike.thrivecart.com/equilibrium-mastermind/

In this episode, I am joined by the wonderful Dr. Meg Mill, Functional Medicine Health Practitioner. In her practice, she works with patients to focus on healing the root cause of their health struggles through advanced diagnostic testing and personalized support.   Before practicing Functional Medicine, Meg spent almost two decades practicing as a Clinical Pharmacist. Meg is a best-selling author. She has also been seen in national publications such as Fox News Channel, ABC, NBC, CBS, CNN, Yahoo, Readers Digest, Health, Authority Magazine,VeryWell Heath, Giddy, Life & Style, Sunset, Thrive Global, Drug Topics, and Circle Magazine as well as several national blogs and several podcast guest appearances.   With her conventional and functional medicine expertise, she can help her patients improve their health naturally while still understanding and respecting conventional practice protocols. Today we have an educational conversation on understanding headaches and migraines. Do you suffer from these? This episode is for you…   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Dr. Meg Mill - Special Offers: Head Strong- My 10-week live program to say goodbye to headaches and migraines. http://www.happinessbeyondheadaches.com Say Goodbye to Headache Guide: http://www.helpmyheadaches.com Website: http://www.megmill.com,  http://www.happinessbeyondheadaches.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmegmill/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmegmill   Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Today, I’m sharing the origin story, the birthplace of the Audacious Woman and how there is a season for everything. I’m sharing what I’ve learned over the past 2 decades as a woman, a practitioner & a leader. 💛Trading time for money 💛Coming face to face with my own money stories and limiting beliefs over and over again 💛Misguided decisions 💛The questions that ran through my heart and head when I wanted to create a new offer that wasn’t what others were “expecting” from me 💛When imposter syndrome creeps in 💛How I used to burn out once a season before I started embracing cyclical living 💛Hustle and grind needs to be burned to the ground for women - we just don’t know how to modulate that energy 💛Having the fluid freedom to choose All of this and so much more… Let’s dive in.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Want to join The Equilibrium Mastermind? This is an 11-day Mastermind Experience for highly attuned and aware women in business who desire to drop the energy of running their business first and enjoying their life second.   The Equilibrium of both the masculine and feminine energies in alignment with your own cyclical awareness + power is where MAGIC HAPPENS. We're going to call out that magic inside this 11-day intensive!   It's time you redefine your personal potential and power. Join me for The Equilibrium Mastermind  Begins July 20th, 2022 – https://jennpike.thrivecart.com/equilibrium-mastermind/

In this episode, I am joined by Claudia Petrilli, a Functional Health Coach, Integrative Nutrition Coach and creator of the transformational online program, The Hormone Rescue. Having experienced debilitating periods, digestive issues, low libido, and a prolactinoma, Claudia knows what it’s like to visit multiple doctors and spend years searching for answers. She made the decision to advocate for her health, invested in her education, learning how food, lifestyle, nutrient deficiencies, stress, toxicity and gut health affect a woman’s monthly cycle. What she learned literally changed her life. Claudia shares her personal story and struggles with her own cycle and how she finally began to make a change for herself and began her mission to help other women in the same position.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Claudia Petrilli - Claudia practices a functional approach to health and has been coaching women for over a decade on how to optimize their hormone health, by addressing gut dysfunction, blood sugar balance, nutrient imbalances, detoxification, and more. She utilizes leading-edge functional testing like the DUTCH, GI-MAP, HTMA, and functional blood work analysis so you can better understand your body and give it what it needs in order to thrive. Her practical approach to health empowers you to advocate for yourself, implement healthier swaps to your food, lifestyle and mindset, so you can finally feel & look your best. The Hormone Rescue Quick Start Kit Discover my top tips to start balancing your hormones naturally -- without the use of hormonal birth control & the side effects that come with it! https://claudiapetrilli.com/the-hormone-rescue-quickstart   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthcoachclaudia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/claudiapetrillihealthcoaching Website: https://claudiapetrilli.com/ Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Welcome to The Audacity Sessions, our Thursday episodes of The Simplicity Sessions. The Audacity Sessions are geared towards the woman in business, who is desiring to start something new and break free from the narrative that is holding her back. In this episode, I give you a gentle introduction as to what this new section of the podcast, The Audacity Sessions, is all about. I hope this awakens the  bold, tenacious, audacious energy in your body that gets you asking the “what if” questions about your life, business, and wellbeing.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media @theaudaciouswoman on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Learn more here: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

In this episode, I am joined by my very good friend & guest, Meghan Telpner. Meghan Telpner is a Toronto-based author, speaker, nutritionist, and founder of the Academy of Culinary Nutrition. She’s written two bestselling books: UnDiet: Eat Your Way to Vibrant Health and The UnDiet Cookbook. Meghan’s success in cultivating a global community of UnDiet enthusiasts and Culinary Nutrition Experts has garnered her a feature in Forbes, and ranked her as one of the top 100 female entrepreneurs in Canada. Today, Meghan is not here to speak about culinary nutrition - instead we are chatting about how she has created this amazing opportunity for coherence in her community. The energy Meghan has created for her followers is like no other. Let’s dive into this juicy conversation together!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Meghan Telpner- Website: http://meghantelpner.com Work with Meghan: CulinaryNutrition.com/Program Special Offer: MeghanTelpner.com/Magic Instagram: @meghantelpner Facebook: @meghantelpner Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

  In this episode, I am joined by Jessica Sherman, family health educator specializing in helping busy parents feed their kids for better mood, learning and stress tolerance. Along with being a certified teacher, Jess is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Board Certified in Practical Holistic Nutrition and is the author of Raising Resilience: take the stress out of feeding your family and love your life. Her book and online resources have reached families all over the world, helping them improve the lives of children with learning differences, anxiety, ADHD, autism and mood disorders. Children and anxiety have become a major topic recently and today we go deeper on this subject, how it is affecting children and families, the unexpected ways it can show up, and how you can assist your child’s health and wellbeing.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Jessica Sherman - Special Offer: How To Help Your Child Feel Better Without Relying On Medication ~ A free seminar For Parents Raising Kids With ADHD/ADD, Anxiety, Sensory Issues, Anger, Trouble Sleeping & Learning with Jess Sherman, MEd, RHN, FDN-P To help our kids feel, focus and learn better it's essential to understand how their nervous system works. In this free recorded seminar Jess explains what keeps a child revved up or shut down that isn't addressed by their IEP, therapy, or tutoring. You'll learn how to leverage your child's genetics to make parenting choices, how to avoid the most common mistake that keeps parents frustrated as they try to help their kids, the right sequence of therapies and tools that will make your progress most efficient. If you want to help your child feel better without relying on medication, threats, or infinite patience so you can finally have a more calm, connected family this seminar is a must watch. Click here to see more: https://www.jesssherman.com/biologyofbehavior Catch our new Feeding Families podcast for more on the challenges and triumphs of feeding kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/feeding-families/id1599343119 Website: http://www.JessSherman.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jess.sherman_raisingresilience/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jessshermanRHN Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I am joined by Nikki Bergen, one of Canada’s most sought after health and fitness experts. She is the Creator of The Belle Method and an expert trainer with a passion for helping women feel confident and strong throughout pregnancy, postpartum and beyond. The Belle Method fuses Pilates & Pelvic Health, turning science into choreography and helping women bring balance to their bodies throughout all life stages.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Nikki Bergen - Instagram: @thebellemethod Facebook: @thebellemethod  Website: http://www.thebellemethod.com All of our virtual classes: https://thebellemethod.com/calendar/?city=toronto&locations=.toronto Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I am joined by the fabulous Charissa Lynn. Charissa Lynn is a psychic and sacred money coach for women in business who resides in London, Ontario with her husband and 3 kids. She recently left her full time teaching career to continue to run her natural vegan aftercare company and to embark on her soul's mission to empower women all over the globe to follow their own soul's calling while creating unlimited wealth, freedom and impact! Today we chat all things money and magic - are you ready?   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Charissa Lynn - Website: http://www.intuitionrevolution.ca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themoneymagicwitch/ Special Offer: A 60 minute sacred money session where Charissa shares with you, your money archetypes along with creating a conscious money compass for you, so you can begin to understand your relationship with money, how you operate (blocks and traits), leading you towards creating a thriving relationship with money and the wealth that you desire! https://www.intuitionrevolution.ca/psychic-sessions/p/sacred-money-codes-session Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I have an announcement to share about the Simplicity  Sessions Podcast. Our Thursday bites will be slowly shifting into a new segment of the podcast called “The Audacity Sessions” and today, I am opening up about what exactly that will entail.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Anna Cabeca. Dr. Anna Cabeca, DO, OBGYN, FACOG, is triple-board certified and a fellow of gynecology and obstetrics, integrative medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. She has special certifications in functional medicine, sexual health, and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. For the past 20 years, she’s served 10,000+ women in her private practice— and millions more through her books, online videos and articles. When her own health took a troubling turn during menopause, she sought out the wisdom of healers around the world. She learned that modern medicine and time-tested natural remedies are not at odds. Working together, they create indisputable results and true well being. Using delicious, healing foods and simple lifestyle changes, Dr. Anna reclaimed her health and life. Fueled by her belief that every woman deserves to be empowered and in control of their health and life, she developed the Keto-Green lifestyle, which has helped thousands of women opt out of menopause misery and experience a joyful transition to the next stage of their lives. With her methods, you, too, can breeze through menopause into your “second spring”, feeling the best you ever have.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca - Website: http://www.drannacabeca.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/ MenuPause Book Released April 12, 2022 visit https://drannacabeca.com/collections/books Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Today I talk about something that I am so passionate about - cyclical awareness, seasonal changes, moon phases - and how they are all connected to you. Women, we are forever changing and shifting. It’s time we honoured these female phases. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, I am joined by the exceptional leader, educator and author, Dr. Louann Brizendine. Louann Brizendine, M.D. completed her degree in Neurobiology at UC Berkeley, graduated from Yale School of Medicine, and did her internship and residency at Harvard Medical School. She has also served on both the faculties of Harvard University and the University of California at San Francisco. She founded the Women’s Mood and Hormone Clinic at UCSF.  Her NY Times bestseller: The Female Brain and its follow-up, The Male Brain continues to be read around the world. Her new book THE UPGRADE: How the Female Brain Gets Stronger and Better in Midlife and Beyond was released in April 2022. Now as the Lynne and Marc Benioff endowed professor of clinical psychiatry at UCSF, Dr. Brizendine, continues to speak, write, research, and consult. Today we deep dive into all things perimenopause, the female brain and Louann’s new book THE UPGRADE.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Dr. Louann Brizendine - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louannbrizendine/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/louannbrizendine Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I open up about my work week and business and how I am able to create freedom for my energy to flow. There are many weekends where I want to work on my business because I have allowed that space for creativity to flow. This took me years of hustling to discover the best way to thrive and cultivate this energetic schedule for myself and my team. Today I challenge you to step back from your work life and take a look from a different perspective.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode,    Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Guest - Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I address the questions and confusion around the signs and symptoms of high or low cortisol. This hormone impacts your energy, mood, sleep, cravings, weight and more, and when it is not balanced, you will  FEEL it. The problem happens when we guess what is wrong and try to supplement and support our bodies before we get tested. Grab your notebook  and pen, this episode is jam packed with education for you. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Becky Campbell, a board-certified doctor of natural medicine who was initially introduced to functional medicine as a patient. She struggled with many of the issues her patients struggle with today, and she has made it her mission to help patients all around the world with her virtual practice.   Dr. Campbell specializes in Histamine Intolerance, Thyroid disease & Autoimmune disease and hopes to help others regain their life as functional medicine helped her regain hers.    Today we are chatting about all things histamine, how it is processed in your body, and why you may have an intolerance.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Dr. Becky Campbell - Website: https://drbeckycampbell.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbeckycampbell/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrBeckyCampbell/ Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I break down weight loss as a woman and how often it is so complicated when it really shouldn’t be at all. It is difficult to watch others online have success when you are struggling. But when we break it down, we realize that there is no one-size-fits-all-diet that works. Join me as we demystify weight loss and health in today’s episode.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

More than ½ of all women who menstruate suffer from heavy bleeding, often accompanied by pain, fatigue and interruptions in how they can show up at work, social settings and life in general.   Just because more than half of women experience this doesn’t make it normal and for many of those struggling,   Frequent trips to the bathroom, changing tampons, pads or your menstrual cup and the fear of bleeding through what you’re wearing is mentally exhausting and physically draining on a woman’s body, especially if it is ongoing.  Join me for today’s episode from our Heavy Periods Masterclass where you will learn Common Causes and Tips to Support   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I take you through my fitness journey that started at the early age of nine, and how I learned that resistance training is one of the most underrated tools, especially for women. As women,  we are conditioned to believe that if the scale is not under a certain number, that we are failing and doing something wrong.  Today I want to break down the misconceptions around what true health looks and feels like, and open your eyes to a world outside of cardio.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, I am joined by the incredible Katie Lovitt, who is a wealth of knowledge for functional gut health. Katie Lovitt is a functional gut dietitian who is on a mission to empower women to get the answers they need in order to heal from chronic gut symptoms. She has seen conventional medical systems fail by not asking the "how's and "why's, especially around something so crucial as gut health! You can accomplish true healing with Katie's one of a kind program. Did we mention that it's fun and delicious?! This is an education packed episode, so get your notebooks ready!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Katie Lovitt - Website: nourishthrivewellness.com Get free access to The Nourished & Thriving Show each week + resources, tips, recipes, and community over at Nourish & Thrive Insiders! https://www.facebook.com/groups/nourish.thrive.insiders The Dish on Digestive Enzymes free training: https://nourishthrivewellness.com/free-training/  Instagram: @the_healthygut_dietitian Facebook: @nourishthrivewellness Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I discuss Human Design, what it is and why you should look into it for yourself as well. I am an emotional projector, and since learning this, I have discovered better ways to show up for myself, my family, and my business. If you are or have been interested in things like astrology, tarot cards, numerology, energy and energy work, Human Design is right up your alley!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, I am joined by 2 women who have been in my world and my life for quite a long time, and who have so much knowledge and wisdom to share – Nicole Scott & Dr. Mitra Ray. Nicole Scott is a Holistic Nutritionist, Pro Aging Advocate, Author, International Wellness speaker, Global Network Marketing Professional and mom of 2 teenage girls. Dr. Mitra Ray, with over 30 years of experience, has helped people achieve remarkable success in looking and feeling better. Dr. Ray received her Bachelors of Science at Cornell University and her PhD from Stanford Medical School. Today we chat about all things micronutrition and how to create opportunity and abundance in your life. Are you ready for this eye-opening conversation?   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with our Guests - Nicole Scott Nicole Scott is a Holistic Nutritionist, Pro Ageing Advocate, Author, International Wellness speaker, Global Network Marketing Professional and mom of 2 teenage girls. Website: nicolescott.ca Grab the Gray Hair Transition Guide: https://aw1a22c4.aweb.page/p/e9acb6ea-6e16-499e-893e-c08fcd597f30 Instagram: @gorgeousgreymovement @designasweetlife   Dr. Mitra Ray With over 30 years of experience, she has helped people achieve remarkable success in looking and feeling better. Dr. Ray received her Bachelors of Science at Cornell University and her PhD from Stanford Medical School. She is the recipient of many NIH grants and the Young Investigator Award from the Federation of American Societies in Experimental Biology. Her research has been published in such prestigious journals as Science, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences and the Journal of Cell Biology. Audiences in 4 continents have enjoyed her award winning books, audios and lectures on health, beauty, brain function and longevity. Her mission and commitment is to educate and inspire people about how plant-based, whole foods create simple, sustainable beauty, mental clarity and vitality. Website: drmitraray.com Instagram: @drmitraray Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I dive into a very hot topic today – Intermittent Fasting – but specifically how it can impact and affect your hormones. I have been noticing that it tends to be the perimenopausal age group that subscribes to intermittent fasting because they want to lose weight, not because of the other benefits. Today, I demystify the pros and cons of intermittent fasting.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, I am joined by Chana Ross, who is an incredible clinic director and pelvic health physiotherapist at Vital Physiotherapy & Wellness, a women’s health and pelvic health physiotherapy clinic in midtown Toronto .Chana is a passionate women’s health advocate, coach and host of the “She has the Audacity” Podcast. Her interest in women’s health developed during her pregnancies with her four beautiful children, and today we have a conversation that every woman needs to hear about her pelvic floor. It’s a topic that is often overlooked and dismissed, and women are left in the dark on such an important part of their body!   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Chana Ross - Chana provides prenatal and postpartum physiotherapy as well as rehabilitation for all forms of pelvic pain and dysfunction. She is a sought-after educator and teacher and regularly speaks about entrepreneurship, pelvic health, prenatal preparation and the realities of motherhood. Along with her team of highly skilled physiotherapists and allied health practitioners, Chana loves assisting her clients of all ages and stages with pelvic health issues such as diastasis recti (“mummy tummy”), pelvic pain, incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, pregnancy preparation, pre-and postnatal conditions, oncology rehabilitation as well as labor and delivery support. Chana thrives when empowering her team and colleagues by coaching them, mentoring and educating them to provide excellent care and live the lives of their dreams. Most recently, Chana is using her expertise and experience with virtual physiotherapy care to coach and empower other manual practitioners to provide exceptional virtual care and create valuable offerings outside of 1:1 in clinic care to support their clients and fulfill their missions to change the world! Website: chanaross.com & vitalphysiotherapy.com “She has the Audacity” Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/she-has-the-audacity/id1595165655 Instagram: @chanarosspt @vitalphysiotherapyandwellness Facebook: chana.ross Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Are you a heart-led service provider with big, audacious goals? Chances are you're the first one to step up and help your family and friends, and when a client reaches out you tend to go above and beyond to help them... but you can't seem to offer yourself the same level of self-care and attention. If you're feeling out of alignment with how much you GIVE vs. how much you RECEIVE in return, it's going to leave you feeling burnt out 99% of the time. There's a better way, and in today’s episode, I'm going to dive into how we can shift this for you and bring your purpose, energy, your income and your dreams all into fluid synergy. Note that this episode is a recording from my live webinar, “The Audacious Entrepreneur”   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/

In this episode, I am joined by one of our fabulous Hormone Project Coaches, Stephanie Dalton. Stephanie is a Certified Functional Medicine & Nutrition practitioner dedicated to helping women heal. She's passionate about discovering root causes to ensure her clients understand how to improve their health and wellbeing in ways that last.  After decades of not getting the help she needed from her own struggles with digestive and hormonal issues, she delved into functional and integrative medicine and was finally able to heal. Stephanie’s passion is really around helping women get back to their most vibrant selves through root cause resolution. These days it's been very centered not only on hormones, but on perimenopause and menopause. Most women have never been told about perimenopause and when they see a doctor and are told the symptoms are due to estrogen dominance and aren't told a single thing to do about it… Just that 'it's normal'. Having been through the transition herself, Stephanie knows firsthand what it's like to have new health problems show up, sleep go sideways, and vitality diminish. We're left wondering what the heck our next life chapter will be like...and it can be scary. Today, we have an open and honest conversation of what Stephanie’s menopause journey has looked like. Are you ready to join us for this vulnerable conversation?   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Stephanie Dalton - Website: chiaandchocolate.com Work with Stephanie in The Hormone Project: jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Instagram: embracehealth_stephanie Facebook: chiaandchocolate Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I address the biggest concern from women who are entering or in perimenopause. Many have been messaging, DM-ing, and emailing me saying “I wasn’t doing too bad, and then 2020 hit and my symptoms are out of control”. You are not alone. And some women are transitioning quicker and more aggressively since 2020. Why is it and how can you support your body best during this time? Today, I will give you my top 20 tips. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, I am joined by the proud founder of the Kiru Psychotherapy Clinic, published author, podcast host, and media expert for National TV, Dr. Shyamala Kiru. Dr. Shyamala is an x-Therapist turned Relationship + Leadership Strategist, obsessed with the connection between our emotional intelligence and our capacity for success, both personally and professionally. She works with female entrepreneurs and professionals who want to show up more powerfully in their lives and in their businesses. Inside her global training company for ambitious women, she passionately creates programs that align with her purpose – to equip women with the skills that amplify their success, so they can change the world. Dr. Shyamala is here to offer innovative thinking, practical training, and unwavering support to those who are on a mission to show up fully to their lives and serve others while doing it. Today, I have the honour of interviewing this fierce leader as we discover who the emotionally intelligent woman really is. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Dr. Shyamala Kiru - The definition of success is different for everyone. But the skills required to get you there are the same. Do you have the skills you need to get you to the results you desire? Take our Emotional Intelligence Audit to find out: https://theeqcode.com/audit/ Website: http://www.theeqcode.com + http://www.kiruwellness.com Instagram: instagram.com/dr.shyamalakiru Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theeqlab At The EQ Code, we train high-powered women to amplify their success by leveraging Emotional Intelligence. Why? Simple. 85% of YOUR success is tied to these skills. To learn more about how we are transforming the way women show up to their lives, head over to... http://www.theeqcode.com Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Sleep is critical for detoxing, memory, and cell regeneration… But what if sleep has been a struggle for you? Rest is amazing for those of you who feel the required 7-9 hours of sleep is unattainable. Today, we tackle this with my tips and tools for sleep and rest for women. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, I interview my dear friend and beautiful leader Asha Frost about her new book “You Are The Medicine”, the journey of creating this book, and what it really means. Asha Frost (she/her) is an Indigenous Medicine Woman and a member of the Chippewas of Nawash First Nation. She is from the Crane Clan, the totem of leadership, and believes in holding space from vision and heart. As an energy healer, homeopath, and mentor, Asha has guided thousands of people through profound and lasting transformation. Impacted by generational trauma and colonization, Asha has been on a lifelong journey of reclamation. A lupus diagnosis sent her on a path of studying and practicing a multitude of energy Medicine modalities with many guides. She has blended this life experience with her innate gifts and the wisdom of her Ancestors. She loves sharing her Medicine in powerful ways through Ceremonies, teachings, and speaking events. Through this work, she loves seeing people reclaim their roots, find their healing wisdom, and rise into their power. Asha's book You are The Medicine is now available to purchase and her oracle deck will be released in 2023, both published by Hay House. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Guest - Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Your nervous system is one of the most underestimated keys to healing what is going on in your body. We are multifaceted human beings, and perimenopause is a multifaceted time in women’s lives. Nutrition support is a great part of the healing process, but it is not the only aspect we should be looking at. Today, we are talking all about your nervous system and how you can support it during this transitional phase in your life. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

What if health wasn’t about macros, supplements, diets, but instead, it was about having the correct amount of light? In this episode, we chat about your connection to natural light and how you can support your body year-round, especially if your daily life doesn’t allow for you to get outside during the day. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, we deep dive into the do’s and don’ts of perimenopause.  If you feel like you are “doing everything right” – ie. eating healthy, working out – and yet nothing is changing, this episode is for you! The crazy part is, society puts such a heavy focus on nutrition and exercise,  but they are not the only factors that matter. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Hormone balance levels Mindset changes Body composition Amount and type of exercise Sleep Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, I am joined by one of our Hormone Project coaches, Jill Kay. Jill is a Functional Nutritionist and owner of Down to Earth Wellness. She helps outdoorsy women beat burnout so that they can feel more energized, calm and get back to the adventures that feed their soul. Today, Jill and I have an in depth conversation regarding adrenal health, burnout and how you can support your body. In the past, Jill struggled with her own health issues such as headaches, digestive issues and hormonal issues followed by burnout. That combined with witnessing her mothers auto immune health struggles along with her health proactivity, contributed to Jill’s interest in pursuing a career in the health and wellness field.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Guest - Jill Kay is a Functional Nutritionist and owner of Down to Earth Wellness. She helps outdoorsy women beat burnout so that they can feel more energized, calm and get back to the adventures that feed their souls. Jill combines functional nutrition and a scientific approach. She offers 1 on 1 coaching as well as online workshops. Jill was born and raised in the Yukon and grew up on an elk farm. She grew up surrounded by nature and animals and lived a life that included hunting/fishing, gardening, and living off the land to some extent. In the past, Jill struggled with her own health issues such as headaches, digestive issues, and hormonal issues followed by burnout. That combined with witnessing her mother's autoimmune health struggles along with her health proactivity, contributed to Jill’s interest in pursuing a career in the health and wellness field. Jill recently moved to BC to try it out and escape the long Yukon winters. When she’s not working with clients or creating helpful online content, you can find her out hiking in the forest with her dog Garvey or hanging at home (introverting). Website: https://getdowntoearthwellness.com/ Social: @down2earthwellness The Fatigue Fix Checklist: https://downtoearthwellness.clickfunnels.com/optin1617035034731 Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I kick off our new March theme - Perimenopause. What you do during your fertile years is what sets you up for a smooth transition into perimenopause. Perimenopause could happen between ages 35 to 50 and can last anywhere from 8 to 10 years. If you have an unbalanced lifestyle or high stress, it may feel like a sudden and severe change. The way that we are living during our productive years is what really prepares us for this stage of our life Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, I continue the conversation from a few weeks ago on digestive issues and how low stomach acid is one of the common root  causes. If you have been told you have gut issues and been put on a protocol, and have seen little to no improvements, this is where low  stomach acid may become part of the equation. I discuss the signs,  symptoms and solutions for  low stomach acid in today’s episode.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I discuss the topic of masculine and feminine energies that have been coming up in quite a few of my programs recently. This ebb and flow of energies can show up in the boundaries we set for ourselves or how we structure and schedule our lives. The beauty of it is there is a balance and dance between the two, not a black and white mentality. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, I am joined by two-time author, Shantelle Bisson. Her Amazon bestseller and a second nonfiction book, Parenting Your Teen Without Losing Your Cool, is a thought-provoking, fun, light-hearted handbook that helps parents raise functioning adults during the challenging days of navigating teendom when all you seem to do is “lose your cool.” We have a conversation about parenting and how to raise your children without losing your cool or your mind. Shantelle found that she didn’t have the right tools or resources when raising her children and would often feel “hot-headed” in parenting moments. Today we are sharing exactly what those tools and resources are. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.Connect with Shantelle Bisson - Two-time author Shantelle Bisson was born and raised in Toronto and splits her time between Toronto, sunny Los Angeles, and her marina that she purchased in 2018, Shantilly’s Place, in the Kawartha region of Ontario. Her Amazon bestseller and a second nonfiction book, Parenting Your Teen Without Losing Your Cool, is a thought-provoking, fun, light-hearted handbook that helps parents raise functioning adults during the challenging days of navigating teendom when all you seem to do is “lose your cool.” Along with being an author and producer, Shantelle, a recovering actress, has three beautiful daughters and one four-legged son with her husband, Yannick Bisson, star of Canada’s number one drama series, CBC’s Murdoch Mysteries. Shantelle has recently expanded her Without Losing Your Cool brand with a three-month daily journal, and a weekly podcast; that can be found on all your favourite podcast channels. Shantelle also gives back to her community: she’s on the committee of Childhood Cancer Canada and has been co-chairing their main fundraising event, The Purple Party (now One Golden Night) since 2012. Her involvement has helped raise more than $1.5 million to date. She’s so passionate about the work that CCC does for kids fighting cancer that she recently joined their board. Shantelle and her husband also give generously to the APJ fund, supporting kids in Haiti by sponsoring their secondary school. Additionally, they sit on its Canadian Board and Advisory Board. As a childhood sexual abuse survivor, Shantelle recently joined forces with Boost for Kids, an organization that supports children who have experienced sexual abuse. All under one roof, they collaborate with police, child protection, and medical and mental health agencies to provide an individualized and child-friendly response for every single child who has sadly experienced abuse. Shantelle’s life has been centred around children since she became pregnant with her first daughter at nineteen, so it comes as no surprise that her charitable endeavours focus primarily on kids in need, and she writes books to help raise them well. Shantelle Bisson’s mission is to educate, support, and uplift parents through humor and authenticity while they’re in the thick of the biggest jobs of their lives: raising their children! My goal is to empower parents to raise kind, generous, thoughtful, empathetic, tolerant, and resilient humans who will go out into the world and leave it better than how they found it, all without losing their cool. 

 Website: http://www.shantellebisson.com Instagram: @shantellebisson and @withoutlosingyourcool Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I discuss the topic of masculine and feminine energies that has been coming up in quite a few of my programs recently. This ebb and flow of energies can show up in the boundaries we set for ourselves or how we structure and schedule our lives. The beauty of it is there is a balance and dance between the two, not a black and white mentality.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, I am joined by our newest Simplicity Team member, Megan Kroeker. We talk about how Megan found a balance between Western & Functional Medicine after being literally hit by a truck, and how you can find this balance for yourself too. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Megan - Megan Kroeker is a resilient, driven, passionate woman that doesn’t accept the status quo when it comes to health. She is a nurse practitioner and Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Provider (IFMCP). Megan not only understands how our traditional healthcare system works, she is also a critical thinker that loves to look for bigger solutions that don’t fit a simple algorithm. When Megan was challenged with sudden health issues after an accident, she recognized the flaws in our system. So often we are only offered tests without answers or a pill as a solution. Megan realized the importance of addressing the root cause of illness. She began experimenting with diet, exercise, mindset as well as other lifestyle interventions to achieve an optimal level of health. This led Megan to want to help others in the same way. Megan knows that each woman’s situation is unique, and we all have individual challenges that need to be addressed. We have the opportunity to be resilient and bounce back, learning and growing from these situations. Megan has a passion for learning and sharing her knowledge with her clients so they can also up-level their health and feel their best! Megan is an avid runner, loves being in the kitchen and spending time outdoors with her family, surrounded by nature. Website: https://functionalnp.ca Instagram: megankroeker_functionalnp Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/functionalnpmegankroeker/ Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I take a reflective look at my old routines and how my views of morning routines changed in early 2020. There is beauty in routine, but only when it aligns with your body. I share how I adjusted my morning regime to be a more cyclical approach. If you feel like you are following a routine because you “have to” and not because you “want to”... this episode is for you. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Aligning your daily schedule to your body The importance of sleep Cyclical approach to your morning Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

Today’s episode is part 4 of 4 where I'll be sharing some next-level EDUCATION with you, so you can start to connect the dots behind what's going on within your body,  PCOS, and your cycle. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs, and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Today’s episode is part 3 of 4 where I'll be sharing some next level EDUCATION with you, so you can start to connect the dots behind what's going on within your body,  PCOS and your cycle. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

Today’s episode is part 2 of 4 where I'll be sharing some next level EDUCATION with you, so you can start to connect the dots behind what's going on within your body,  PCOS and your cycle.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order.

Do you struggle with any of these below? Cysts on the ovaries Lack of ovulation Irregular or painful cycles Hair loss Acne Weight gain Infertility Heavy menstrual flow Excessive hair growth in places you wouldn't expect hair to grow Does any of this sound familiar? Have you brought it to the attention of your healthcare provider only to be dismissed? PCOS (Polycystic ovarian syndrome) is a hormonal condition that includes a collection of symptoms, but the most common are listed above. These symptoms COULD be PCOS, or they could be something else.  Today’s episode is part 1 of 4 where I'll be sharing some next level EDUCATION with you, so you can start to connect the dots behind what's going on within your body. I'm sharing solutions for your cycle and if you struggle with any of the above (even if you don't have PCOS) what I share can help. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, I’m joined by Classical Homeopath, and our own family homeopath, Aimee Marples.  Aimee loves to educate people on the ease and benefits of introducing homeopathy and health and wellness into their lives. Aimee and I discuss how homeopathy can be an amazing tool to support you and your family with colds, flus and so much more. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Guest - Aimee Marples Website: http://www.aimeemarples.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovehomeopathy/ Shop Books Aimee is a Registered Dental Hygienist as well as a Registered Homeopath. As a hygienist, she currently works out of Keswick Kids and Family Dental and practices Homeopathy out of her home via online appointment in Georgina, Ontario Aimee loves to educate people on the ease and benefits of introducing homeopathy and health and wellness into their lives. Aimee’s homeopathic treatment experience has included: anxiety, depression, ADD, ADHD, asthma psoriasis, eczema and many forms of skin conditions, warts, bladder infections, sinus infections, digestive issues, bowel disorders, respiratory infections, ear infections, dental infections pregnancy, infertility, puberty, PMS, irregular or absence of a period, menopause, labour, and delivery support chickenpox, colic, dental decay, teething, fever, tonsillitis, bedwetting, developmental delays, delayed speech, separation anxiety, warts Alzheimer’s, MS, Parkinson's, diabetes, auto-immune disorders, and more In her spare time, Aimee enjoys spending time with her husband and two vital children, reading, running, hiking to waterfalls, waterskiing, wakeboarding, snowboarding, and creating delicious meals at home. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I discuss my 6 favorite adaptogens for women. This is a great point of reference for you to make notes and go back to your practitioner, ND or FDN to see what will be best for you based on your health history. Adaptogens are a great way to neutralize your nervous system so you do not feel the impacts of stress. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Ashwagandha Rhodiola Holy Basil and Tulsi Shatavari Eleuthero Reishi Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, we are focusing on the impact of stress on your adrenals, and how it shows up elsewhere in your body. Ask yourself, what is the stress for you that shows up in your life, or what has the biggest impact on your symptoms like insomnia and hair loss? Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Adrenal Health 101 How to identify and manage stress How to prevent severe damage to your thyroid Paying attention to your body’s signs and symptoms Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs, and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I break down the myth of what actually affects your liver (it’s so much more than just alcohol!) and provide you with the knowledge and understanding as to why it is so important to support your liver for your hormonal health. You will walk away from this episode with practical tips you can begin today. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: What affects the liver Why it’s important to support the liver How you can begin supporting your liver today Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

Today, I am joined by Ashley Wray,  the founder, and CEO of Mala Collective. The company works with artisans in Asia (from Bali to India to Nepal) to create products supporting a mindfulness and meditation practice. Since starting Mala Collective in 2011, Ashley has taught meditation across North America, taken meditation training from LA to NY to India and Bali, and has worked to make meditation and mindfulness more accessible and fun. In this episode, Ashley opens up about her journey to becoming an entrepreneur and her struggles of being her own biggest block. Today I invite you to join us in this conversation to help you connect to your own purpose,  power, and potential. Your highest self is waiting. Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Ashley Wray- WEBSITE: http://www.malacollective.com WEBSITE: https://www.ashleywray.co/ FREE I AM ENOUGH MEDITATION SERIES: https://www.malacollective.com/pages/i-am-enough-21-day-meditation-series-signup ASHLEY IG: @ashley__wray MALA COLLECTIVE IG: @malacollectiveLearn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

In this episode, I open up the conversation around release and surrender and how I have learned to know the feeling of when a phase, relationship,  or era is done in my life, so I can begin the process of release. If you are looking for the framework to work towards surrender, this episode is for you. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Releasing what no longer serves & excites you The season of letting go My newest offering from The Audacious Woman: Release Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

In this episode, I discuss why I dropped resolutions & goals years ago and shifted to focus on my core desired feelings for the year. I breakdown the top “new years self-care” trends and how you can use them to your advantage. I am absolutely ready to move forward into brand new energy this year. Are You? Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. Connect with Guest - Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs, and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

This is a short and sweet episode all about Releasing 2021 + Envisioning 2022. Grab your notebook and a pen and join me where ever you listen to podcasts Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.

Today's podcast episode is for all of my ladies struggling with PCOS. Within this episode I'm sharing my top lifestyle and supplement strategies that will help you offer yourself support, plus what to do if you've done all of the things and you need 1:1 support.   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project.  Welcome back to another episode of The Simplicity Sessions. There are many things to do with Christmas approaching, such as cooking and decorating a Christmas tree. The holiday season can be a stressful time as there is so much going on in our lives. We run around to buy presents, bake so much food, host and attend dinner and holiday parties. It can be a stressful time of year, where we beat ourselves up to try to keep up with everything. We want our kids to have it all. We want our families to have it all. We want it all.   But today, I will be giving you some advice on how to prepare for Christmas, whether it's through nutrition, exercise, or other means. Also included are some ideas and activities you may do ahead of time, in the moment, or even afterward.  Continue listening for additional information on things you can proactively do to ensure that you have a happy Christmas.  If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.   Here are the main topics of today’s episode:  Be hydrated   Eat helpfully  We get to choose  Look at your calendar  Don’t beat yourself up  Get rest as much as you can  Add resistance training to your program January does not have to be excess anything Step out of that place of being so hard on yourself      Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful.  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.  Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community.  Online work with Jenn -   Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.  Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/   To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.   Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners -   Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order.  St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order.  GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. FOR THE REST OF DECEMBER enter the code JENNPIKE15 for 15% off your order.  Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.  Quotes -   “The only way we can really be prepared for how we're going to continue to support our health is to actually know what's coming.”  “Why wouldn't you wake up and do your regular morning routine?”  “.... you're dehydrated and the more dehydrated you are, the less energy you’ll have, the more cravings that you'll have, the more lethargic you'll feel, and the brain fog will be more present. So hydrate.”  “That self-hatred that you're imposing on yourself is doing so much more damage than a cookie or a piece of cake or an extra glass of red wine.”  “The fastest way to get you out of a cycle of guilt and shame and remorse for what it is you've eaten or what you've done or haven't done is flip it on its head, create a pattern interruption, and do something that is good for you.”   

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Joining us for this episode are Matt and Sandra from Orion, a company where they offer red light therapy to their clients to help them look, feel, and live better through the natural healing power of red and near-infrared light. It is the next generation of home-based red light therapy and is also trusted by professional athletes and health practitioners.  What is red light therapy? Red-light therapy (RLT) is a therapeutic technique that uses red low-level wavelengths of light to treat skin issues, such as wrinkles, scars, and persistent wounds, among other conditions.  Sandra, Orion’s Marketing Associate also answered, was on the podcast to discuss the details of RLT from a technical clinical sense and how it can help improve your life. Tune in for more information about red light therapy and should you consider doing it? And the Orion company. Visit Orion red light therapy here: Website: https://www.orionrlt.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orionrlt/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orionrlt/ If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Benefits Mitochondrial health Red and near-infrared Our relationship to light What is red light therapy? How often should you use it? Is there anyone this is not for? How close or far should we be? Why is it so important for us to consider using it? What is the difference between the Orion pro and the Orion series? Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn -  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners  Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. FOR THE REST OF DECEMBER enter the code JENNPIKE15 for 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Quotes -  “.... kind of red and near-infrared light works, it penetrates deep into ourselves and that's how it reaches the mitochondria. And as you mentioned, the mitochondria is extremely critical in our well-being because it powers everything we do. And so when we do get light, it essentially supercharges ourselves so that our mitochondria function at a higher capacity.” “You can be you doing you and still be getting this therapeutic benefit.” “ This does really help a person. You just feel more energized, feel lighter. Like less drowsy in the morning, too.” “Once you exceed that 20 minutes, you're not really getting any more added benefits from the light because your lights are only able to absorb so much light.” “Red light specifically targets more of the surface layer of our skin. On the other hand, we have near-infrared light that ranges anywhere between seven 50 to 1200 nanometers, a much longer wavelength, meaning it will penetrate much deeper into our tissues, our bones, and muscles.”  

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. This episode is a continuation from our topic on your adrenals and your thyroid. I will be diving deeper into detail on these topics to help you identify issues through testing, reducing issues through dieting, and identifying symptoms.  The time to focus on the health of your adrenals and thyroid is now. Thyroid health issues are some of the leading causes of infertility and repeated miscarriages so it is important to be able to diagnose and treat any issues immediately. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Thyroid Selenium Timing of testing We need to be educated Doing tests to detect issues The type of test you will need Botanicals, herbs, and adaptogens Symptoms that are connected to our thyroid The impact of your adrenal health on your thyroid Thyroid issue is one of the leading causes of infertility and repeated miscarriage Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn -  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Quotes -  “Remember, we do not live in tiny little compartments and containers and bubbles inside of our body. There is no social distancing that is happening inside of here. It is a collective and it works together. And when one area is suffering, the rest of your body will try and pick up that energy to support you until it counts.” “It's important to be working with someone who can test appropriately and detect the issues before they get worse.” “You can't live without a thyroid, without being on medication. The thyroid is an extremely important gland and it plays many different roles in our system in terms of regulation and feeling good and functioning well.” “So this is again, why you want to work with someone. You don't just listen to me on a podcast and not run out and buy all of these things.” “I'm not talking about a salad, true care of yourself, and where that care starts is you need to have a conversation with yourself. You need to go in and go deeper. What do you need to release? What do you need to shed?”  

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this episode, we will be joined by Cheri Bantilan, a registered dietician at Nutri Sense. Nutrition is her passion and she loves sharing that passion with her community in every way. She shared what Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) is and what factors affect your glucose levels that can, in turn, affect your overall health. CGM is a small device that lasts up to 14 days and it is painless to use.  Cheri discussed the vision behind Nutri Sense and how she wants to help her clients interpret CGM results to get a better understanding of how glucose works in their body.  Tune in for more information about the CGM and what are its benefits to people that are and will be using it. Check out the Nutri Sense website here: https://www.nutrisense.io/ If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Fasting Daily movement Your food intake What does a CGM do? How often should a CGM be used? What is different about Nutri sense? What is a continuous glucose monitor? Factors that play a role in glucose management What are the basic guidelines for stable blood sugar? The impact of sleep, exercise, nutrition, and stress in our glucose Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Connect with Cheri Bantilan -  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheri-bantilan-ms-rd-cd-14816367 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cheri.bantilan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cheribantilan/?hl=en Online work with Jenn -  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Quotes -  “I like the analogy that a CGM is like a movie. You see a full picture of what's happening in your day versus a lab draw or a fingerprint is really just a snapshot, it's just a picture of that moment in time.” “..... fasting in general is a type of stress on the body and stress isn't necessarily a bad thing. It can be if it's out of control.” “What people don't realize is that, sometimes when we say yes, exercise, they expect that I need to exercise for one hour during this huge CrossFit workout in order to get a benefit. And that's not true, any type of movement is helpful, even if you have a high carb meal or a bigger portion size.” “Depending on what you hear when you hear the word carb, because if you hear carbon, you think like bread, pasta, rice, those types of things, maybe you need to tell yourself fiber, so that you go towards things with color.” “.... even if you take a couple bites of your chicken before you eat, you know, your key or your rice or whatever it is that that makes a difference. So prioritize protein for sure.”  

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In today’s episode, I am going to chat about the possibility that your gut could be the root of some of those hormonal issues that are giving you problems with your health. We may always blame our hormones if we feel that something is wrong, but it is not actually the problem most of the time. Learn more about what we can do to know if there is something wrong with our body and how to treat it. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Run tests Eliminating Estrobolome Prebiotic foods Are you having daily bowel movements? Start to think about the food that you're eating Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Quotes - “If your elimination pathways are sluggish, if they're moving too quickly, if you aren't pooping and clearing toxins on a regular basis, you aren't eliminating these from your body.” “...if you have too much beta glucuronidase, it is going to make it very hard for you to properly clear your estrogen and those toxins out of your system. And so that is something that we test for. “ “So for women who are suffering from a lot of these infections, you want to be testing and seeing what is going on in the gut.” “The only way that we understand what is really going on is we run the functional test to assess what's happening.”  

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this week’s episode, my intention in moving you into this is to have you walk away with a much deeper understanding of the relationship between your two adrenal glands and your one thyroid gland so that you will have more knowledge in what to do if something happens and that you will feel more empowered about the decisions you are going to make. If you have any questions about your two adrenal glands and your thyroid, listen now and have your questions answered. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Adrenals Thyroids Red flags Issues with weight Hormones they are responsible for How you can circumvent the system How they interact with supporting your mood What do you do if your doctors dismiss you? What do you do once you actually have results?  How they interact with everything else in your system Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners -   Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Quotes - “A lot of you wrote in saying your reason for coming here today is because you want to get off medication and I'm really lovingly going to ask you to just not lead with that as your main goal, because if you are somebody that is on thyroid medication that actually might be saving your life right now, that actually may be the thing that is holding it together for your body and for your system.” “The more we allow ourselves to share and to actually participate in the conversation, we're going to break down a lot of the barriers and a lot of the loneliness that women have.” “There is actually no diagnosis that is called adrenal fatigue or adrenal burnout.” “This is why for some people you need to be on that thyroid medication because all of the above and so much more, you can't live without your thyroid.” “You can have thyroid issues and adrenal issues and still have energy. “  

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today’s episode will be another Simplicity Bite session. We are going to talk about the evolution of the Hormone Project. I am going to answer how it began; what the Hormone Project is; and, why I came up with it. If you are still stuck in feeling how you feel right now, then maybe it is time for you to change something in your life that will make you feel a lot better and the Hormone Project can help you with that. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: You are not alone Figure out your role Only you can change you Taking radical responsibility Ask yourself if you’re in or out Discovering the warrior within us The hormone project I created back in 2015 Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Quotes - “Regardless of your story where you are right now at this time in the world, we have a disproportionate responsibility for everything going on than most men do.” “There is so much, we have to dismantle so much. We have to unlearn and just burn the bridges down in order for us to rebuild that to rewire, to repattern, and to revolutionize life and health. We want to step up and step into the hormone project revolution.” “Our role here is to help you and to help to wake up. But we're not going to do it for you and I think that's one of the most important things to understand. If you're thinking this revolution sounds like it's for me, the hormone project is for me. This is exactly what I need. We can't do it for you.” “We are here for women period.”  

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today we are celebrating the 200th episode of this podcast and I will be sharing a story. A story of success, a story of falling down and getting back up again. And maybe there is something here for you too.  Find out my journey before I had my 200th episode on The Simplicity Sessions podcast and what are the things I realized, what are the things that have changed, and how I survived the problems that I have encountered. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: My story New evolution Money is energy I burned myself out Changes started to appear Joy, gratitude, and success What’s happening in the world? Falling down and getting back up I don’t believe in wrong decisions 2021 has been one of the most transformational years Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners -   Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Quotes - “And so I kept showing up doing that old way and those old approaches and patterns to help me uncover what I was feeling and where I was stuck without realizing that those old ways no longer serve me, that I am in a whole new sphere.” “Looking them straight in the eye and choosing to live from your heart and your purpose and your passion instead of fear.” “The blur that that year also gave me a lot of gifts.” “And so if it doesn't feel right, I can't move forward. If I'm already in something that's moving forward and all of a sudden I feel something different., I also can't continue to participate and move forward.” “It was hard and it's still hard, but I trust and I surrender to the reason we're here for now.” “What we perceive to be our current reality doesn't need to be our permanent reality.”  

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. This episode is another Simplicity Bite reminding you that you don’t need to make life difficult by always prioritizing your work ahead of other things in your life. I have been going through a change in mindset over the past number of years where I know to make time for myself and my family. It’s easy to throw your entire life into your work, but that is how you reach burnout faster.  Life is already complex enough, why make things difficult for you in your business and will spill over in your personal life.  If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: My week Where does being overwhelmed come from? What I realized while taking a walk every day Being too hard on yourself Behind the scenes We continue to evolve and grow There is no due date Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Quotes - “We always get to choose whether or not we are going to show up that way to whether or not we are going to choose to do the hard thing. And what if it actually didn't have to be hard?” “It's when you begin to allow other people's lives, what other people are doing, how they are showing up their successes, the things they have going on and doing that is I think what perpetuates this feeling of, I need to do more and then yes, it's hard, but I can do hard things.” “The work doesn't come in what you have to do, the work comes in what you have to undo, what you have to unlearn.  “The remedy is to do less.” “I allow myself to contract what needs to be contracted so that there's more room for other things to expand into bloom and grow.”

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Two more episodes till our 200th episode and I have something planned and you will know about it soon. In today’s episode, we are going to talk about trust and keeping promises to yourself because some of it can be the cause of why you are struggling to achieve something you desire.  Trusting ourselves is not the easiest thing to do. I will be asking you some questions so that you can have a heart check and know if you really trust yourself. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Integrity The process of life We can feel apathetic Conversation with my son It is always the small things Creating boundaries for myself Exploring something I have done Do you feel like you always need to ask permission? Do you trust your ability to make the decisions for yourself? What promises are you breaking to yourself on a regular basis?   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Quotes - “To do the unbecoming of who we thought that we were to break up with a lot of our stories that truly are not true.” “You're not asking them to make the decision for you.” “We have this hard time trusting ourselves because we lack the ability at our core to really keep our own word to ourselves.” “The other person that you're asking, they're not going to have the same level of conviction that this thing is for you and they're going to give you lots of reasons as to why this is not a good idea.” “It's so easy for us to look outside of ourselves for answers. And then immediately, if something doesn't go the way that we had hoped to desire, to also look outside of ourselves, to point the finger and to blame.” “If you're not honoring your word to yourself, it means that you are most likely honoring it to everyone and everything else. And that is a complete lack of integrity that is completely living out of alignment.”  

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. This episode is another Simplicity Bite reminding you that you don’t need to make life difficult by always prioritizing your work ahead of other things in your life. I have been going through a change in mindset over the past number of years where I know to make time for myself and my family. It’s easy to throw your entire life into your work, but that is how you reach burnout faster.  Life is already complex enough, why make things difficult for you in your business and will spill over in your personal life.  If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: My week Where does being overwhelmed come from? What I realized while taking a walk every day Being too hard on yourself Behind the scenes We continue to evolve and grow There is no due date Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners  Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Quotes - “We always get to choose whether or not we are going to show up that way to whether or not we are going to choose to do the hard thing. And what if it actually didn't have to be hard?” “It's when you begin to allow other people's lives, what other people are doing, how they are showing up their successes, the things they have going on and doing that is I think what perpetuates this feeling of, I need to do more and then yes, it's hard, but I can do hard things.” “The work doesn't come in what you have to do, the work comes in what you have to undo, what you have to unlearn.  “The remedy is to do less.” “I allow myself to contract what needs to be contracted so that there's more room for other things to expand into bloom and grow.”

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In today’s episode, we will be joined by Jeffrey Smith, founder and executive director of the Institute for Responsible Technology and Protect Nature Now. Smith is an award-winning documentary film director and international bestseller.  Jeffrey Smith talked about GMOs and Roundup and shared some information that can help us in choosing the right foods that we intake.  Visit the Institute for Responsible Technology website here:  https://www.responsibletechnology.org/ Visit the Protect Nature Now website here: https://protectnaturenow.com/ If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: GMOs Diets Microbes What are genetically modified organisms? How do they make their way into our food? Why do we need to care? Different ways of detoxification How to get it out of our food individually? How can we become more informed consumers and purchasers of food? Four ways of how organic can appear on a package Bigger potential devastation of GMOs Connect with us  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Connect with Jeffrey Smith - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-smith-81441312 Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeffreymsmith Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/Genetic-Roulette-by-Jeffrey-M-Smith-189639201052857/?_rdc=1&_rdr Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners  Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Quotes “GMOs themselves are quite dangerous and show a lot of toxic results. But Roundup is an antibiotic. It kills the beneficial bacteria.” “With other information coming together pointing to GMOs and Roundup as a major contributor to the rise of disease in the world.” “If you had to choose between them, organic is more important than GMO.” “If you aren't taking note of it, if you aren't measuring it, you're not able to see the improvement happen. And so understanding where your benchmark is, where you're starting now, is really important.” “We are given this incredible gift of a body and our life and we get one.”  

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In todays’ episode I have with me a friend and guest, David Brooke, the owner and founder of Skin Essence, joining me in my weekly simplicity bites. I brought him in today’s episode to talk about different strategies that you can be using to support your skin coming into different times of the year. For the last 10 years, my skin has been moisturized and healthy with the help of their products. I have been using a new product from Skin Essence and it is finally on the market and we will talk about it in today's podcast.  Visit here http://www.skinessence.ca and check out their products. Save 20% off your first order when you use the code JENNPIKE20 and 10% off any purchase after that with the code JENNPIKE10. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: How do you take care of your skin this time of year? Is there so much versatility in how you can use them? How often should you be exfoliating the skin? What are your recommendations for people who have Psoriasis? How long do the oils last in terms of their expiration? Is it okay to put the oils in your hair? Having good customer service Is there anything that people need to know about using the mist? What is best for your skin? Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Connect with David Brooke - Linked in: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/david-brooke-2791bb29 Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners -   Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Quotes - “ And the more hydrated you can keep your skin, the better it is from an aging gracefully perspective as well.” “As we get older, skin cells don’t rejuvenate as fast.” “The skin is a reflection of what's going on the inside.” “Once you get into a really good skincare routine and you have great ingredients, you intuitively can start to figure out what you need.” “It's not an overnight success.”  

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today’s episode will be a Q&A about this mentorship that will start on December 2nd. We are going to have a deep dive talk that can help me understand you and help you know yourself better. I breakdown the Audacious Woman Program for you where I discuss whether you are right for this program; what this program will do for you and your life; the specific topics that we will cover; the amazing and qualified faculty that will work within the program; and how you can join the program.  If you are interested in the program, feel free to DM on Instagram @jennpike to discuss the details. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: How many women am I accepting into the Audacious Woman Program? Who is this for? How much is the program? Is there a payment plan? When does the mentorship begin? Is this a course with which I have to follow every week to keep up? What are my next steps after I finish the Audacious Woman Program? What if I can't attend parts of the program? Connect with us Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners  Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Quotes “We can't make you become something that you are not.” “If you're honest enough with yourself and you ask yourself, what do I really want? You'll start to run.” “You are in your zone of genius when you're inside the area you're over-prioritizing, but that creates blinders for you.” “We make it hard because we don't allow ourselves to actually step into the level of support and community and learning and mentorship that is out there and that is available.” “We can't force ourselves into a way that is actually not us.”  

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today’s episode is the continuation of the last episode where we talked about what simplicity and ease are for me. We’ll talk about how being brave, bold, unapologetic, and powerful can change your outlook on life. We all struggle to be the audacious woman that we are, but I’m here to provide you with some tips that can assist you to have your breakthrough. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Having the will to start planting seeds Choosing people around you We are constantly learning Hard work leads to success Be the audacious woman that you are You always have a choice Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners  Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Quotes - “If you want to be successful, it is going to take some hard work.” “You have to have very clear intentions on what you desire and what you're moving towards.” “If you aren't clear on what you want, you're going to walk in circles. And knowing what you want and declaring it is not selfish. It is not selfish, it is actually imperative.” “Your sisterhood doesn't have to be massive, but it has to be the right combination where you see yourself in the other women, you see their potential, you link arms, and you help each other rise so that you don't feel like you are this anomaly.” “Life can be felt and experienced differently.”  

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. The entire theme of today’s episode will be all about simplicity. I am going to talk about what simplicity and ease really mean to me, how I learned to embrace myself, and share some experiences I had before I became the woman I am now. Being true to ourselves is one of the hardest things to do. During today’s episode, I will share the process that I undergo so that it might help you to love and care about yourself even more. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Choosing to live for myself Having to define what luxury is for you Learning to release and to let go of things Accepting that people change and we grow apart How I lightened my load I let myself feel the emotions I want to feel Choosing to move forward Deciding to be honest and authentic to myself   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community.   Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for the Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.   Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that.   Quotes - “So for me, I really feel that moving into a place of more simplicity and more ease is deciding to shift your anxiety into power.” “You have no control over what anyone else thinks about you, about what you say, how you dress, how you look, the things that you do, your family, any of that.” “I lacked the confidence in trusting my own voice, my own vision, my own self to be enough.” “That people come into your life for a season. And instead of getting sad about that or getting angry. I'm just grateful for it.” “I have made these very conscious choices because it's so easy to get distracted and get pulled into someone else's world and someone else's life and someone else's stuff.”

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today’s episode builds on the last episode which dealt with body image issues in women. Let’s talk about how women can build muscle properly to increase our overall health. I will run through the mistakes that women make when they want to add muscle to their bodies and provide you with 10 things that I have learned in my fitness journey. I have over 24 years of experience managing my own fitness and training and I am here to share as much information with you as possible. Purchase a Fitrack through this link and use the code JENNPIKE20 to get 20% off the start to your fitness journey. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: How women’s bodies respond to hormones The difference between weight loss and overall health How I started working out My younger lifestyle was intense Working out wiser as I grow older 10 things I have learned in my fitness journey The keto approach did not work for me Focus on rest and self-development A little bit of fat comes with building muscle Have your why and community   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community.   Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.   Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Save 15% off your first order with the code JENNPIKE15 and use code JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order.   Quotes - “ I look back to those days and like, whoa, those were some inflamed training days. In my twenties I was partying, I was drinking, I was teaching a lot of classes and they were all high intensity.” “My adrenals didn't love it anymore. I never felt like I fully recovered from the run. So as much as my mind loved hitting the road, I never even ran with music or podcasts. I just hit the ground.” “I have a deep understanding of how. Important muscle is as an organ of longevity and a hormonal endocrine functioning organ, and the role it plays for our bone health, our heart health, our brain health, and our hormonal health as women.” “The big rocks of your success, especially if you were trying to build muscle, are going to be stress management, your downtime, your nutrition, and personal growth.” “If you have specific goals that match the movement, then match your effort with the specificity of the bowl.” “You're going to have to be in a slight caloric surplus in order to build muscle”

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. I decided to do something a little different than our regular Monday episodes. I encouraged you to ask me your questions on estrogen and you all came through with some great queries. The questions allowed me to go over many of the myths and worries involved with estrogen. I discuss why estrogen is vilified when we discuss hormones and how the hormone fluctuates through your life. I answer many questions on varying levels of estrogen and its effect on your body as well as how you should interpret test results for the hormone. I am also releasing my 7-day detox program for FREE so you can move towards feeling better soon by following the program: https://jennpike.com/freedetox If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: The reason why estrogen is vilified Estrogen fluctuations with age What do you think comes first: estrogen dominance or Endometriosis? Are fibrocystic breasts only a result of excess estrogen? How low is low for estrogen levels? What do I recommend taking for high estrogen? Do phytoestrogens influence the Dutch test results? What are the top 5 ways to get rid of extra estrogen? Is estrogen safe post-lumpectomy with proper monitoring? Can milk physil increase estrogen? Is it still meaningful to take broccoli sprouts? Are blood tests for hormones still worthwhile? How to test phase three of estrogen detox? How does estrogen play into night sweats around the time of your period? Is there any evidence that daily raw carrots will help clear estrogen? Can soy protein affect estrogen and can that affect libido? Is a terrible luteal phase feeling better after ovulation an estrogen problem? Do soy and flax seeds increase estrogen? How is estrogen made in the ovaries? Does high estrogen cause menstrual cramps?    Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community.   Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.   Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code COLD20 (October 7th to October 23rd) at checkout to save 20% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. On October 19th use the code HEARTS at check out and you will get a free bag of hemp hearts with all of your orders. On Halloween (October 31st), use the code HALLOWEEN to get 25% off orders over $200 and get one of their super salves for free. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Use code JENNPIKE20 to save 20% off your first order and add JENNPIKE10 at check out to save 10% off your next orders. Mid-Day Squares - Use JENN15 to save 15% off these delicious squares. They get you through the day like a protein and fiber bar but they taste like you decided to treat yourself today. 7-day detox program for FREE from me. Go to jennpike.com/detox and enter the code COMMUNITY.   Quotes - “...a stimulated HPA ACCE, which is your hypothalamus pituitary adrenal axis. This is really what we're talking about where adrenal health can actually suppress the signal, which then can result in less progesterone and more estrogen, relatively speaking.” “A perception from women is that you're not trying to have the hormones that you had in your twenties and thirties when you're in your late forties, fifties, and sixties” “Stop drinking alcohol. Don't shoot the messenger! But the alcohol will seriously mess with your excess estrogen.”

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today’s episode is a continuation of the thought that I had in last week’s Simplicity Bite. Last week, I discussed how I needed to learn to sit back after a win and celebrate; however, I felt compelled to continue working on the next project, for the next win. I received some great feedback from people over the past week. People DM’ed me to share their thoughts and/or congratulate me celebrating my victories. I want you to think about how you were taught to work. Maybe it’s similar to the way I was taught to work: if you work more, then you will earn more and/or you will be more successful. However, that is not the full story; it’s important to listen to your mind and body. It’s important to not only celebrate the wins, but relax as well. Women are often burning out in their businesses because they want to do more work as they measure their busyness as part of their success. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: How I feel after last week’s show (and the feedback- thank you!) What we were taught about how to succeed What happens when you don’t listen to your body Are you courageous enough to ask the question?    Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community.   Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.   Quotes - “ Like you feel like you've been taught that doing the most is what you are supposed to do.” “We put the pressure on ourselves that either we have to nail it and, you know, seven different areas of our life or just hyper performance show up really high in one area.” “Can we please just stop focusing on the width of what we do in life and start to move heavier into the depth of what we do. Meaning why do we need to have a million things that we are participating in.” “​Ask yourself, how wide am I? How deep do I want to go? Start to ask yourself where you can pull back on some of the width? Where can you trim and prune today?” 

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. My guest for this episode is Maggie Berghoff. Maggie is the founder and CEO of Celproceo, a health agency rooted in functional medicine and trusted by celebrities, professional athletes, and CEOs. Maggie’s expertise in building multiple thriving businesses online has also led her to become a sought-after business mentor for those building an online business. She has been featured in hundreds of places including Forbes, Business Insider, Entrepreneur Magazine, Oxygen Magazine, Under Armour, USA Today, and local and national television programs. Maggie and I discuss why she is focused on helping you to get healthier and how she helps you lower your inflammation in six different ways. This life-changing information can help you understand more about your health and overall well-being. Maggie provides easy-to-implement solutions to help you see results in the way you feel and look.  If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Maggie’s passion for health Maggie’s book-writing process Maggie’s health problems Health Quiz 6 Types of inflammation and their solutions Building a community that can help you     Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community.   Connect with Maggie Berghoff - Website: https://maggieberghoff.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maggie_berghoff/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaggieKBerghoff   Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.   Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order (a bit more than "JENNPIKE10", as mentioned in the episode- we hope you don't mind an upgrade!). Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Use code JENNPIKE20 at check out and save 20% off your first-time order. After your first order you can save 10% on your next orders with the code JENNPIKE10. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. Mid-Day Squares - Use JENN15 to save 15% off these delicious squares. They get you through the day like a protein and fiber bar but they taste like you decided to treat yourself today.   Quotes - “What I found in my practice and in my personal life is that there usually is more than one type of inflammation going on in the body.” “...decreasing inflammation as a whole, I would say nutrition could be one of your most important things. I found that when we address an anti-inflammatory way of eating, it's the easiest thing to do because we will provide healthy swaps.” “...start eating a varied and diverse diet and getting obsessed with nourishing your body.” “...the next type that we'll move into is inflammation by sugar. So these are people who are addicted. Some people are truly addicted to sugar or cravings are out the wazoo and sugar is totally impacting them, causing them irritability to break out.” “What is going on in the body related to your digestive system that may be causing this inflammation?” “I just recently started to implement topical probiotics because there's research that shows the skin microbiome is absolutely connected to this as well. Not just the gut microbiome. Kind of feeding from an internal standpoint and fixing the gut lining, like we've always done, but also topically, like using topical spray probiotics to help that as well.”

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. I recently had some great success and I found that I had trouble giving myself permission to celebrate. I thought through all the different ways I celebrate such as travelling, buying expensive things, or having a nice dinner. The world is not as open to travel these days and I am living more minimalistically, so buying nice things does not match my lifestyle. I came to the conclusion that I can feel luxury in a different way to celebrate my successes. I feel luxurious when I can be alone, when I am up before anyone else, when I’m eating well and moving, when I can spend time with my family, and when I am rested. The entire situation got me thinking about the time I went to a ceremony. It was the most powerful, quiet feeling that I have ever had. The quiet space spoke to me so much without any noise. I only went with one friend so I didn’t know anyone else. I was able to feed off of the energy and wisdom of the other women at the ceremony and I was inspired to define in writing what feeling successful, abundant, luxurious, and wealthy means to me. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: I had a recent success, but I had trouble celebrating it I used to associate celebrating successes with fancy items and expensive vacations The quiet ceremony Absorbing energy and wisdom from the women around me How I now define my own successes   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community.   Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/   Quotes - “ I really struggle with celebrating any level of success. I recognize this success. I acknowledge this as success, but I also tend to just dive right into the next thing.” “...what is my block with this? Why am I having such a difficult time celebrating myself? I went through all these different ideas in my mind of what I believed the definition of celebration to be: a big party, a trip going away, you know, having drinks and dancing, buying something luxurious.” “I'm working to really try to embrace is the embodiment of this beautifully audacious woman that I have been becoming. “ “And so you just think of the decades of wisdom, of knowing, of living, of learning, of heartache, of growth, of beauty, of strength, of resiliency. It was really powerful and really beautiful. “ “The luxury in all of it and celebrating the wealth and the success and the freedom of it all is to have time and space nourishment, hydration, nature, choice, and freedom.”

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. I am very happy to welcome Dr. Shawn Tassone to the podcast. Shawn Tassone MD, Ph.D., is known as America's Holistic Gynecologist. He is the first physician in the United States to be double board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and by the American Board of Integrative Medicine. He holds a medical degree in addition to a Ph.D. in mind-body medicine. He’s a practicing OBGYN in Austin, TX, hormone specialist, author, speaker, highly rated patient advocate, and creator of the world’s first integrative hormonal mapping system. In his 20+ years of practice, Shawn has seen over 40,000 women and he is determined to remove the myths surrounding women's health. As an integrative health practitioner, he believes that you should have an active role in your care. His work includes studies and publications on hormonal imbalances, spirituality in medical care, whole foods to heal the human body, and integrative medicine. Dr. Tassone is featured in many publications including The New York Times, NBCNews Online, Stanford MedX, and his book (The Hormone Balance Bible, published by HarperCollins), is now available in stores and online! I speak to Shawn about the reasons he has followed a career path in women’s health care. We also discuss how women often treat pain and discomfort based on society’s rules for women. Shawn discusses the signs and symptoms of hormone imbalances and how women can find solutions for such imbalances. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Why Shawn chose his field Shawn’s inspiration Shawn’s interests beyond the medical field How the strength of women and their mindset can hurt them Functional health tests are not available in our healthcare system until you search for them The SHINES protocol Solutions to reset your hormones Top 3 signs of hormone imbalances Hormone treatment Signs of too much testosterone Estrogen levels Find the connector in your health care    Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community.   Connect with Dr. Shawn Tassone - Website: https://tassonemd.com/ Hormone Mapping Quiz - http://www.tassonemd.com/quiz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawntassonemd/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tassonedoc   Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.   Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 at eatonhemp.com/jennpike to save 20% off your order. Use organic hemp hearts in smoothies, parfaits, or oats to get great protein, healthy omega-3s, anti-oxidants, and loads of vitamins and minerals. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Use code JENNPIKE20 to get 20% off your first order and use JENNPIKE10 to save 10% off every order after that. Mid-Day Squares - Use JENN15 to save 15% off these delicious squares. They get you through the day like a protein and fiber bar but they taste like you decided to treat yourself today.   Quotes - “...what's called the nocebo effect versus placebo where the negativity of what you say can actually change a diagnosis versus the positivity, and just having that open up my brain…” “I'm a robotic surgeon, too. I use the robot for surgery, but then if a woman's having heavy periods, sometimes I'll just recommend yarrow flower instead of birth control pills.” “they're telling me I can't have hormones and I'm just supposed to be miserable for the last five years of my life.” “fatigue, if you're taking a nap at four or five in the afternoon that's probably not normal.” “Testosterone does stimulate hair follicles so it will help with hair growth, but too much can overstimulate it and that is when you get hair on your stomach or your chin” “The reason I think we see a lot of thyroid issues is because the more estrogen that's in the body, the less active your thyroid is going to be. And we have that for one, huge reason: diet. Fat cells make estrogen. So the fatter you are the more fat cells you have, the more your estrogen goes up and your thyroid function goes down.” “ don't put all the pressure also on that practitioner to know everything for you.”

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. The ladies in my practice often use the terms ‘stress’ and ‘burnout’ interchangeably without knowing that there is a difference between the two terms. Stress is when you take on so much work and responsibility that you cannot complete everything. Burnout is when you have given up on tasks and feel disengaged from your daily activities. Once you realize where you are within the spectrum of stress and burnout, you can focus more on the solutions that will help you get back on track. I discuss the solutions to create a life of simplicity and ease. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Stress and burnout used interchangeably What stress looks like What burnout looks like Solutions to help during trying times   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community.   Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.   Quotes - “ In a stressed state, you might find that you're over engaged in life.” “You don't care about it. You completely disengage another thing in terms of your emotions.” “There is a list for every list, for every list for everything. And that is a state of stress versus burnout in which you have never-ending tasks. You have piles of uncompleted things all around you, and it just keeps mounting and mounting.” “Eat nourishing foods; get the rest, hydrate your body; and balance your blood sugar. Spend time in nature and get yourself to bed at a good time. Spend time with good quality people. Create space for yourself. Give yourself grace and compassion to feel your way through the life that you are currently living so that you can understand more about some of the things you need to do to create that level of simplicity and ease in the life that you are moving towards."

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Amanda is an HTMA expert and a hair trace mineral analysis expert.  She puts her passion into teaching people about whole food sources, possible toxicity or overload, and the body's inability to utilize certain minerals. Amanda discusses how copper and iron can affect the body and how the bioavailability of these minerals can affect your mood and your health. For example, a lack of copper in the body can lead to anxiety, depression, mood swings, and skin issues. We also talk about how testing is important to detect the amount of minerals in the body but the interpretation is even more important. You need experts to provide the proper interpretation for your best health care. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: What we are missing in our health care Copper’s bioavailability The importance of mitochondria in the cells Lack of copper can lead to low energy and postpartum anxiety and depression Sources for copper and why everyone is unique Sources for Vitamin C  The role of iron and the confusion around it The addition of iron HTMA testing Testing depends on good interpretation of the results How mineral availability is affected by your mental state   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Connect with Amanda Leigh - Website: https://sozomethod.thinkific.com/pages/landing-page.com%5C Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sozomethod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sozomethod   Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Woman mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.   Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. INCREDIBLE BUNDLE - when you spend $65 or more you get free express shipping and you can use code JENNPIKEMIST to get a facial mister FREE! St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. Digestive bitters make bloating or any gas go away almost instantly. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. If you use the code 75FREESHIP when you spend $75 or more on any of their products, you get free shipping. Use JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your order. Their solid shampoo and conditioner bars are incredible products that have a great impact on your body and the environment. Avoiding products that are in plastic bottles will avoid the oil production, greenhouse gas emissions, and plastic pollution of our environment. Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and hemp company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE20 to save 20% off all your orders on their site. Use organic hemp hearts in smoothies, parfaits, or oats to get great protein, healthy omega-3s, anti-oxidants, and loads of vitamins and minerals. Mid-Day Squares - Use JENN15 to save 15% off these delicious squares. They get you through the day like a protein and fiber bar but they taste like you decided to treat yourself today.   Quotes - “It's really more about copper not being bioavailable in the body and when not being able to be used properly, like anything, it starts to become a problem.” “At the gut level, copper is our natural God-given anti-parasite, antivirus, antifungal. You'll sometimes see people using copper… to defend against viruses.” “I really do think some of the things we're taking right now actually are depleting our copper and it's causing. Actually, there is more chaos in our body.” “When you look at cereal boxes or any sort of flour the iron is added in and most of the forms of iron are carcinogenic.” “Iron is estrogenic and the body. It does help how fast we can store estrogen in the tissues. And then vice versa. The more estrogen you have the more iron you're going to store.”

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today, I am speaking to you while hiking through new trails that I discovered in Kelowna. Walking has been my way of self care over the past 18 months. It allows me to fulfill my movement goals and it allows me to think (and speak) to myself. Lately, my thoughts have been about “what I want” and more specifically “what I don’t want.” I find that after anything I do that is successful, such as launching a program, coaching programs, or anything else in that area of my life, I end up searching for what I should do next instead of celebrating the success I just had. These days, I think of why I am always searching for the next big thing. I speak every day to women in my practice that are feeling the same way. They think that they have searched out the next big thing but never end up being satisfied when they achieve a specific goal. I am here to tell you that you don’t always have to search for more. I am here to show you how to find out what you want and don’t want. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: It’s easy to fall into the trap of the next big thing Making decisions during your cycle Observations during the pandemic Always feeling the need to strive for more The realization that I don’t need more My three vehicles that allow me to speak Create room for yourself in your life  The exercise that will help you decide what you want and don’t want   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community.   Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.    Quotes - “ ...you are running the business and that can be a slippery slope because it's very easy to get caught up in what other people are doing, what other people are saying are a must have, and then putting yourself into that position of filling up your calendar or weighing down your schedule…” “So if I want to show up to the event. If I want to speak at something. If I want to host the party. If I want to do the conference, then I am only going to be able to do that during this week and a half to two week period of time when I know I'm going to be at my best.” “...then there's the other side there are the women that for so long stayed quiet. They worried so much about what everyone said and now they're like these quiet little cubs that have turned into these roaring lionesses that have so much power and they are standing in their power.” “Why is it always the question of what's next now? What are you doing? What's happened? And I was starting to feel myself become suffocated by this; by other colleagues; by business mentors, by my coach, even by family.” “I am done with the feeling, the desire, and this pulse in my body that I have to. I do not have to create anymore. I do not have to become any more successful than I am.”

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. I am switching things up on the podcast today; I will be interviewed by my longtime friend Laura Foster, who came up with this idea. She felt that you get to hear from me through my regular episodes, interviews, and simplicity bites, but there is a difference between being me sharing carefully planned content and me answering a question in the moment. Laura gets to see this side of me all of the time because of our working relationship and our close friendship. She wants you to see what she sees, through her interviewing me. Laura dives into my thoughts before and after the pandemic; my family's decision-making process for picking up and moving out west to Kelowna, BC; and my vision on how women leaders can make the world a better place. This episode reveals my thoughts on my values and how I am living in this world. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Where my heart is at this point of the pandemic Setting boundaries in life   Moving to Kelowna My family being self-sufficient How I stay rooted in who I am Women leadership in today’s world  Speaking up for your values    Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community.   Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with my team and me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Woman mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.   Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners -  GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. If you use the code 75FREESHIP when you spend $75 or more on any of their products, you get free shipping. Use code JENNPIKE10 for 10% off your orders. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. NEW SALE: “Be Prepared Sale” to help your family get your immune system prepared for back to school. Enter the code BEPREPARED20 to save 20% off their immune support, cold, and flu products. The sale ends on September 26th. Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and Hemp based company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE to save 20% off all your orders on their site.   Quotes - “I realized about two weeks in that I needed to cancel our cable. I couldn't have the news on in our home anymore. I was starting to feel it change how I was showing up and functioning as a person. And I knew right out of the gate, this is not in alignment with who I am.” “We were starting to cultivate things in our own home, building a bigger garden, doing different things so that we could be the resource for what we needed to have for our food and for our health, and our safety.” “I wasn't looking for permission from anyone else. The family unit was important. My husband and my children are important because this was impacting the four of us, but I wasn't talking to other people looking for their permission or their opinions.” “In 18 months, I have learned that what you needed last week may not be what you need this week and it is this willingness to unlearn an unbecome so that we can become and learn the things that we need to go forward.” “I see more women and more mothers than ever that are standing up and are saying: ‘Not happening. Not to me, not to my family, not to the world my children are going to grow up in” “Freedom and opportunity to choose whatever that means for you, whatever that means for you.”

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today’s episode is an AMA (Ask Me Anything) episode. There were some questions from the audience that were asked not long ago so I decided to take some of the questions and answer them in this episode. You can see the questions below in the next section and of course, hear my answers by listening to the episode. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Is Phase Four the first day of bleed through the last day of bleed? What are the best stretches for menstrual cramps? How does The Hormone Project work for those of us who live in the United States? Are you moving into a tiny house and where will it be? Do you have advice for a Registered Holistic Nutritionist (RHN) wanting to start their own business? How did you get started as an RHN? Is it hard for you to travel because of your bookings? If the body holds onto weight, despite many paths and programs, where do you look next? What is the best way to figure out why I am not ovulating? Have you ever heard of PMDD? My best friend has been diagnosed with this and is being told that she needs a full hysterectomy and that there is nothing that will stop her symptoms. I am struggling in my luteal phase. I'm seeing a pattern of being very hard on myself, not having the best outlook on life, and perhaps fixating on things in my life that are not perfect. Is there a supplement you could recommend to help me through this time?   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community.   Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link i’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.    Quotes - “The first phase is your follicular phase , which starts after your period ends. The second phase is your ovulatory phase, where you are actually ovulating. The third phase is your luteal phase, which is the longest of the four phases and happens between our ovulation and when your period actually starts. And then phase four is your actual bleeding. When you have your period.” “The reason that we get the low back. Discomfort is because the uterus is actually contracting to be able to slough off and release the endometrium, which is the lining of the uterus.” “...we work with women globally inside of the hormone project, all over the world.“ “...really focus in and dial in on what you are passionate about and stay committed to the process…” “we have to understand why and how the body ovulates. So it starts in the brain, not in the oval. So if there's stress that's going on, if they're are sleep issues going on, if there's inflammation, that's going on autoimmune issues that are going on. If the body is stuck in a perpetual state of fight or flight and does not feel safe, your body has the ability in the brain and the connection within that pituitary gland to actually eliminate ovulation from happening

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project.  Julie Davey is a nurse practitioner with 20 years of experience. She shifted her career and dedicated herself to helping hundreds of people transform their lives by healing their bodies with natural medicine and developing personalized health habits. We had a great conversation on gut health in this episode. We discussed the tests that will help you better understand your gut health; identified symptoms that can reveal what gut health issues you may be having; and outlined steps you can take to ensure your gut is healthy. We also talked about the types of food that could cause underlying chronic inflammation, which can prevent people from losing weight. It can be surprising to learn the foods that can cause inflammation. Eliminating inflammatory foods from your diet can have great results on your gut health. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice. Here are the main topics of today’s episode:  Julie’s professional background  How Julie dealt with GI issues Discovering the GI map Why Julie uses the GI map Symptoms of poor gut health What your SigA tells you about your gut health Breaking down fat adequately How your gut influences your mood Tests can dig deeper into identifying the right problems How chronic low grade underlying inflammation can prevent weight loss What is leaky gut People with an autoimmune disorder should have their gut tested Top four items to eliminate from your regular diet Are you really gluten-free? Lifestyle changes that can help your gut health   Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, sharing this podcast with a friend, or tagging me on social media when you visit The Simplicity Sessions Community on Facebook or @jennpike on Instagram, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Connect with Julie Davey -  Website: https://www.juliedavey.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliedaveynp/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juliedaveynp   Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Woman mentorship? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. If you use the code 75FREESHIP when you spend $75 or more on any of their products, you get free shipping. Their solid shampoo and conditioner bars are incredible products that have a great impact on your body and the environment. Avoiding products that are in plastic bottles will avoid the oil production, greenhouse gas emissions, and plastic pollution in our environment. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. St Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at checkout to save 15% off your order. NEW SALE: “Be Prepared Sale” to help your family get your immune system prepared for back to school. Enter the code BEPREPARED20 to save 20% off their immune support, cold, and flu products. The sale ends on September 26th. Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and Hemp based company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE to save 20% off all your orders on their site. Use organic hemp hearts in smoothies, parfaits, or oats to get great protein, healthy omega-3s, anti-oxidants, and loads of vitamins and minerals.   Quotes - “Patients say ‘Isn’t it good to have these high levels of good bacteria in your gut?’ and I responded, no, it’s all about balance.” “The gut is the gateway to help”  “70% of our immune system lives in our gut”  “The gut microbiome really plays a key role in regulation of estrogen levels; therefore it can influence the risk of developing estrogen related diseases like endometriosis, polycystic, ovarian, breast cancer, and even prostate cancer for men.”  “...it was a bit overwhelming to see everything that was wrong, but at the same time it was such a relief.”  “...studies actually show that dysbiosis in the gut plays a key role in weight gain. Even low grade inflammation can cause obesity.” “People with an autoimmune disorder should have their gut tested”

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. This is a special episode today because it is my birthday. I have a unique birth story as I was adopted at birth; I was raised by my wonderful adoptive parents and met my birth parents when my daughter was 10 months old. I wanted to tell you this story because it made me into the woman, mother, and wife that I am today. My birth parents had me when they were 15 (mother) and 16 (father) years old. My mother didn’t even know she was pregnant until she was 5 months along because she was having irregular periods due to her young age. My adoptive parents already had a daughter but decided to adopt another child after tragically losing my older brother Christopher at 19 months old after recovering from surgery to repair five holes in his heart. Soon after I was born and my adoptive parents took me into their care, they found out they were pregnant with my younger brother, Matthew (younger by 8 months). Life as a child within my adoptive parents’ family was wonderful. I always felt loved and supported by my parents who told me I was adopted at a young age. I took pride in my adoptive status. I gave an award-winning speech in grade three on my adoptive story. My parents gave me the forms to find my birth parents at the age of 17. I was excited; however, I didn’t fill out the forms right away because I had the opportunity to finish high school early to move to Japan and work as a model. I went away to school when I got back from Japan. It wasn't until I was married and pregnant with my first child, Emerson, that I decided I wanted to find out more about my birth parents to find out the family health history. After filling out a series of forms and a lot of patience, I finally got the chance to meet and speak to my birth mother. I discovered that my birth parents stayed together, got married, and had three more children: Matt, Spencer, and Emma. A fourth child, my parents’ second pregnancy, was lost (another boy), which was similar to my adoptive parents’ experience. I was very nervous when I first met my birth parents, but I was fortunate that my adoptive parents prepared a number of pictures when I was a baby to show my birth parents. I discovered that my birth siblings did not know about me. My birth parents never told them about me because my birth was a secret due to the nature of the times and how people would react to a young teenage pregnancy. It took me a long time to figure out how I felt about gaining an entire family that I did not know well. I would spend a lot of time with my birth parents and my birth siblings, but it was difficult to accept that my daughter would call them grandparents. Over time, I was able to get over the emotionally draining times and grew a bond with my birth family. I am forever grateful that I have this big extended family from which my husband, kids, and I interact with on a regular basis. Meeting my birth family and being raised by my adoptive family with such love and support throughout my life has shaped me into the person I am today, and for that I am eternally grateful. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Life changes and update The Beginning of Jenn’s birth story The reason why Jenn’s parents decided to give her up for adoption How Jenn’s older brother Chris led to her adoption Jenn’s birth Jenn as a baby being held by nurses because neither mom was present at the moment The arrival of her younger brother, Matthew The search for Jenn’s birth parents Marriage to Jenn’s Chris and her first child The adoption disclosure bill Discovering the government found her birth parents Jenn’s first conversation with her birth mom Jenn’s first meeting with her birth parents Discovering how her birth parents mourned the loss of their daughter Adjusting to the new family The unknowing connections between Jenn and her birth family over her lifetime Grateful for a big beautiful extended family Pay attention to the signs   Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online work with Jenn - Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. You can get $250 off until September 8th. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link i’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.   Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from some of our amazing partners - Saint Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including the plant medicines that they create to promote women's health by targeting digestion, allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out to save 15% off your order. I have been under stress lately with my life changes, so I have been using ashwagandha to decrease stress. It helps me stay aware and increase my body’s resiliency and it acts as an anti-inflammatory. Ashwangandha comes in a tincture form. Other benefits include increased strength, endurance, and sex drive. Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and Hemp based company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered, and they are third-party tested. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the discount code JENNPIKE to save 20% off all your orders on their site. I take their CBD oil to help my body relax by supporting my nervous system. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you and good for the planet. If you use the code 75FREESHIP when you spend $75 or more on any of their products, you get free shipping. Their scalp care products are great to use during tough workouts in the late summer heat. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, and does not test on animals; this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that. I use soothe oil on my skin, which has calendula, vitamin E, sage, and galbanum, which have anti-inflammatory properties. I put the oil along my hairline.   Quotes - “...until she was sitting in class one day and actually noticed that she had lactated through her shirt through her bra and her shirt.” “He was born with five holes in his heart and he lived until he was 18 months old with that heart, then underwent heart surgery. He survived the surgery, but then didn't make it through the recovery. And so my mom and dad lost him at 19 months old. And my sister lost him.” “I have a baby coming in September and I have a baby coming in October. Would you like one of these babies? This is the conversation that happened back in 1979. “I, in fact, was the final private adoption done in Ontario before CAS came in and took over.” “...here's what I want you to know throughout this whole journey of me sharing this. There has never been a moment in my life where I have not felt loved from inception.” “I am so grateful to my mom and dad for being the home that my soul and my spirit needed in order to become the young girl, the mother, and the woman that I am today, because they're responsible” “...now I think I'm ready to fill out the forms because I want to know more about my health history. I want to know more about things that I need to understand in my own body and if I'm susceptible to anything. Now that we're starting to have children, I want to know it for them.” “...she says, hi, can I speak with Jennifer? And I said, yep and start crying. She says ‘hi, my name is Leslie. I am your birth mom’” “But at the same time, it was so emotionally draining and exhausting. Now we are at these points in our life where we have a really great relationship.” “I believe that I have had such a healthy relationship with my whole adoption story and with all of these new things happening and meeting my whole birth family, because my mom and dad were honest with me from day one.” “And that we may not arrive here in the family that we are going to be raised by, but we can most definitely end up in a family that we are meant to be loved and raised by. And that is my story”   Additional Information About Jenn - Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today, I am so excited and honored to be interviewing one of my dearest friends and nutritionist, Julie Daniluk. Julie has been on the podcast before and today makes it extra special because we are the first podcast to be interviewing her all about her brand new book, which is actually her fourth book called Becoming sugar-free. The work, research, and time that Julie dedicates to the craft and art of what she puts out there into the world is inspiring.  So in this episode, Julie and I talk about the impact that sugar, processed foods, sweeteners, artificial flavors, and colors can have on our digestive system and how our digestive system is quite literally the foundation of where all other elements and factors of our health begin. We also touch on Julie’s upcoming sugar-free program, starting this coming October 2021, that will delve into the emotional parts of sugar-free living and really support people step by step through a 30-day process with a live group so that people can feel that support throughout their journey. You can find links to Julie Daniluk’s multi-platform services, as well as social / websites and publications below in the ‘Connect with us’ section of the show notes. You will also find below-linked info about our partners and recommended products to try. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Julie Daniluk Jenn’s product recommendations Becoming sugar-free Digestion and sugar intake Sugar-free lifestyle Hormone stabilisation  Recipes Training your digestive system How do we break up with sugar emotionally? Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. To connect with Julie Daniluk and find direct links to her published works, programs, and supports, click here to go to her website https://www.juliedaniluk.com  To follow Julie on social media, find her on Instagram @juliedaniluk and Youtube https://www.youtube.com/user/jdaniluk  Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.  Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from of our amazing partners  GoodJuju make all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you, and good for the planet. If you use the code SUMMER when you spend $65 or more on any of their products, you get the free jar of the exploiting and softening mask. Plus you get free express shipping. Saint Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs, and articles on important topics including plant medicines that they create on women's health, digestion, allergies, on immune support, on heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that. Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and Hemp-based company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered and they are third-party tested. They have a really amazing promotion going on from August 23rd until the 31st, where any product that you order, you are going to receive a free sleeve of their toasted superseeds. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the following discount code JENNPIKE to save 20% off all of your orders on their site https://eatonhemp.com  Quotes “In this book is I actually outlined twenty-five alternative sweeteners and some of them have naturally occurring sugars and other ones, other sweeteners are truly sugar-free” “There's really two levels here. The first level is let's get off of refined sugar and corn syrup. Cause those are the two evils we know are profoundly inflammatory and hormone-disrupting. And then past that everything else is on kind of a scale.” “Sucrose is also a double sugar - half fructose, half glucose.” “When I realized that my brain chemistry was so altered, that every day I give the sugar-free lifestyle, I actually have a joyful day where I feel calm and relaxed” “I know that as long as you are consuming the foods that hit the bliss point that are engineered to suck you in; It's very hard for you to intuitively know what your body wants and needs when you're trapped in that cycle of crisis. “Whatever you're addicted to, you're most likely intolerant to.” “This is really about our vitality and our health moving forward” “A FODMAP approach is a short-term for somebody in an acute situation” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today, we have a fantastic show with Dr. Breanne Kallonen, who is a naturopathic and integrative functional medicine doctor. This is a really great conversation today about weight loss and the myths surrounding weight loss, insulin resistance issues with leptin and a really fantastic methodology called the metabolic reset that Breanne shares with us.  I think one of the most pivotal parts of our conversation, which is about three quarters in, is driving home this message: weight loss is the first goal for many of the clients that Breanne works with. But the key is actually being able to maintain the weight you use for as long as possible. Now in order to really wrap your head around what I mean by that, you are going to have to listen to the full episode, as we lay the groundwork up to that point in the conversation. Our goal is that this important message resonates with you and you leave us today with a deeper understanding of your own body and how your decisions affect it. You can find links below, in the ‘Connect with us’ section, to Dr. Breanne Kallonen’s multi-platform health services as well as her social media and websites. You will also find below-linked info about our partners and recommended products to try. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Dr. Breanne Kallonen Jenn’s recommended products Metabolic Reset Insulin resistance Sleep, stress management, nutrition Maintenance Satiety cues Fueling your body Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. To connect with Dr. Breanne Kallonen and find direct links to her published works, programs, and support, go to her website: https://breannekallonen.com. To follow Breanne on social media, find her on Instagram @breannekallonen and TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@breannekallonen. Online work with Jenn: Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link i’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from of our amazing partners GoodJuju make all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you, and good for the planet. If you use the code SUMMER when you spend $65 or more on any of their products, you get the free jar of the exploiting and softening mask. Plus you get free express shipping. Saint Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including plant medicines that they create on women's health, digestion,  allergies, on immune support, on heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that. Eaton Hemp is my favourite CBD and Hemp based company. They are a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered and they are third-party tested. They have a really amazing promotion going on from August 23rd until the 31st, where any product that you order, you are going to receive a free sleeve of their toasted superseeds. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the following discount code JENNPIKE to save 20% off all of your orders on their site https://eatonhemp.com  Quotes “A lot of women are very busy. They have lots of things going on and it's not always easy to prioritize, getting in crazy amounts of nutrition every single day. The way that I look at weight loss, especially weight loss resistance - how can we help them to make it as easy as possible. “ “Diving into the research and looking at the impacts of insulin and how we can use meal timing for that, and really strategic workouts.” “Maybe being normal doesn't necessarily mean optimal” “Over time as our food quality has gone down, or just the types of foods that we're eating, I saw research studies showing 88% of the US population has insulin resistance. So if you're eating and you're continuing to spike your insulin all the time, insulin is a fat storage hormone, making it really hard to lose weight.” “The reality too is that our human bodies are constantly evolving. And especially like if you're working with women, I mean, there's different times of the month. There's different phases in our life where we're going to need a different amount of each of the macronutrients in order to feel our best and for our body” “When you're running the functional tests, you're running the full blood lab, like thyroid panel, all of that, you're running like, are you doing GI map, test and Dutch testing, those types of things for the gut. It depends on the individual.” “How can scaling back on exercise cause me to lose weight? Well, it's a lot of inflammation and exercise can increase your appetite too. So if you don't have your nutrition and your sleep and your stress dialed in. You're not going to see the results that you want from the exercise, or it could be detrimental.” “Maintenance is the most important part. That's where people really struggle is how do I create a sustainable lifestyle that feels flexible, that I can sustain” “Some individuals are not necessarily hungry. Their satiety cues haven't caught up, but again, the point is not to suffer through hunger. If you're hungry, have something” “If we're struggling with resistant weight loss and the obesity epidemic and diabetes, there is no better time. Just learning how to properly fuel your body to maintain health long term.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today’s conversation is with Susan Baker. Susan Baker is the mom of two beautiful children, Andrew, 13, and Abby, 9. She is the author of Life, Love & Autism, an online blog that chronicles her family’s journey of growth and challenge, including love, loss, and an autism diagnosis. She is a holistic nutritionist by training and has been in the natural health industry since 2001. She continues to inspire health in others through her online programs and social media presence. Susan lives in Toronto with her husband and children.  "Life, Love & Autism is a beautiful documentation of life as a family. Often hilarious, sometimes hard, but most certainly inspiring, Life, Love & Autism is raw, real, and relatable. The stories go far beyond autism; they are about the human connection and what brings us together. The joy, the challenge, and the learning that comes from it all. A journey-- lived, documented, and shared.” Jenn and Susan discuss how Susan’s life has changed after having children and searching for ways to improve the quality of life of her eldest, Andrew, who was diagnosed with non-verbal autism. You will hear about the inspiring story of a mother that will do anything to help her child become all that he could be instead of trying the “fix” him.  If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Susan Baker Why Jenn thinks Susan is inspiring The loss of a child Autism diagnosis of Susan’s first child The wonders in sharing your journey Andrew’s communication breakthrough Andrew’s want to share is experience Who has Susan Baker become? Connect with Susan Baker -  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifewithsusan/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifeloveandautism Lead With Love ~ Motherhood anthology: The voices of ten different women, each with a unique experience of motherhood. Raw, real and heartfelt. Mine, one of 10 chapters, and probably the best summary of my journey as a mother and of how each of my children shaped who I am today. The love, loss and joy of it all. ~Susan Baker @lifewithsusan  Life as a Nonspeaker: An Insider’s Perspective (Andrew S., nonspeaking autistic, age 12, Nov.2020) : 25-min https://youtu.be/tm9fTEgQK4A Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from of our amazing partners  Eaton Hemp Sale is on Aug 19th (1 day event), 25% discount - Jenn uses their CBD oil to recover after her workouts along with her husband.  Saint Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including plant medicines that they create on women's health, digestion,  allergies, on immune support, on heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order or use the code JENNPIKE20 at check out and save 20% off hemp products through August 17. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE15 for 15% off. Use code JENNPIKE10 at check out and save 10% off your order for every order after that. Facial cleansers. Jenn keeps one fresh one that she uses to wash at night and the other one is called Pure that she keeps on a ledge near the shower. While in the shower, she lets her body get wet then she massages the Pure facial cleanser into her skin. She takes a little of the dried powder into her palms and creates a bit of a paste to which she will massage that in exfoliating her forehead, hairline and all around her face down through her neck GoodJuju make all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you, and good for the planet. Use code JENNPIKE10 at check out and save 10% off your first order  Eden Hemp Sale is on Aug 19th (1-day event) - Jenn uses their CBD oil to recover after her workouts along with her husband.  Quotes “My spirituality really allowed me to see this unfolding in a way that was meant for my life.” “Can it be okay to be, you know, yeah? The opposite of strong, can it be okay to accept help? Can it be okay to say, you know what? There are other people in my life who love and care for my children and they can take care of them just like I can” “It's not another woman, another person is being open about it. You can feel and see yourself inside of that. And that's what I think, you talk about these stories going far beyond what you and your family unit are experiencing. That's where the connection piece comes in and why people are so drawn to it.” “What does this child need? I just said I don't know, but I will never give up. I will never give up on my child. And that wasn't me thinking there was some kind of miracle solution that I was missing. It wasn't about that, right? It wasn't about waiting to fix this child, but it. I know there's more, I know there's more and so I'm open and I don't know what that looks like. And within a couple of weeks, I met a family who was using a method of communication that involves spelling on a letter board, a very simple method, but it's one that's unconventional.” “I am, I would say, yeah, a new version of Susan Baker, which is somebody who continues to work at this, but is so much more trusting in the process of life. And partly because I can look back on examples of where I pushed myself to trust in the process of life. And it unfolded in a way I could never have predicted, but that brought me to an incredible place because I trusted in this process and I let go where I thought I should be going, what I thought I should be doing, what I thought I should be doing for Andrew or Abby. Um, and that's very difficult for my personality, but you know, I'm 44 this year and that is who I am now is just somebody who is more open to. You know, doing things in a way, I guess I, I'm not typically programmed to do it, you know? Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Last week, I was discussing Leaky Gut; what it is, what the heck is going on and what are some of the things that you can start to do or things that you can begin to be aware of and understand in your body that can make a big difference in your digestive system. Today, we are going to talk through additional steps and tactics that you can do regarding nutrition and supplementation to support your digestive system. Now, a little disclaimer - while I am a practitioner, I may not be your practitioner. So what I'm going to talk about in this episode, as I did last week, is not necessarily me saying, you need to go out and buy this and take this and do this, I'm going to talk in general terms.  If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Refresh on last week - Leaky Gut 101 How to support your digestive system Digestive rehabilitation Food sensitivity tests Supplementation Healing is a process, not a quick fix Make the investment in yourself Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. To find my recipe for Bone Broth, follow the link here, Jenn Pike Bone Broth Recipe.  To find Megan Telpner’s recipe via her blog, click here.  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link i’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.  Quotes “Bone broth, the reason I love it is because it contains collagen and it's got great amino acids, glycine being one of them that can really help to heal the damaged cell. “Fermented foods can really help to support the pH balance and microbiome as a whole.” “Coconut products tend to do really well for people with gut issues because they're loaded with medium chain fatty acids, and those can be easier to digest than some other fats. They also work really well to help to lubricate the digestive system, keep the bowels flowing well.” “Sprouted chia or spread and flax hemp. I find to be really powerful and quite a neutral seed for people who may have sensitivities. These are also really rich in protein and amino acids and a great source of fiber” “Think about those things first. Think about your stress. Your sleep, your environment pay. And then we look at the supplements that can help.” “Probiotics are meant to help to replenish and support healthy, good bacteria. And essentially to crowd out the bad bacteria, prebiotics feed the probiotics (prebiotics are the food for the probiotics).” “When I'm working with somebody who has H pylori or who has CBO or who has candida, I won't start with the probiotics right out of the gate. We do a kill protocol. We do a heal protocol. We do a reinoculate rebalance protocol and it has to happen in steps for a lot of women.” “Remember, it's never going to be just the one thing you can't go out and simply just start to take supplements and then expect digestion to be healed. You can't just remove food and add in bone broth and expect everything to be healed. It's going to be a combination. It is going to take effort, but within that, there also has to be learning and understanding” “Make the investment in yourself, figure out what's going on. So you can get to your healing much faster because whatever's going on in your gut or your butt or the combination of both it's impacting the rest of your health. Overall, it's going to impact your weight. It's going to impact your immune system. It'll impact your energy. Sleep, your hormones, your hair, your skin, the way that your brain functions, your cognition, your sharpness, your clarity, your focus, it will impact all of those things.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. I wanted to let you know that the Thursday simplicity bites episodes of this podcast may not be happening every single Thursday. I'm actually taking some time off until around mid September. So if there's a surprise episode that decides to upload for Thursday because I've got that extra energy, consider yourself lucky. Otherwise I hope you'll tune in with us here every Monday for our weekly episodes. Today’s conversation is with Dr. Jordin Wiggins ND. She is a sexual health disruptor and evolver, a naturopathic doctor, and the author of The Pink Canary.  We’re taught that we’re supposed to have a sex drive, that you’re supposed to naturally be hornier than you are, and that your sex life is supposed to peak. And so many women hit a point in their life where they think, “That did not happen to me, it is not happening to me- there must be something wrong with me.” We talk about issues that can impact feminine libido, including stress, communication, and health, including mental health. We don’t just talk about what's going wrong; we identify some of the more common things that women are feeling and going through, and then really give you feasible solutions. If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Dr. Jordin Wiggins ND Jordin’s journey of understanding her libido Jordin’s book, The Pink Canary Common themes that many women experience with their libido Jordin’s program that considers holistic health and libido The collective experience of knowing you aren’t alone Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. To connect with Jordin, and to inquire about and join her programs, click the following link: https://www.healthoverall.ca/practitioners/. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link i’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from of our amazing partners  Saint Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including plant medicines that they create on women's health, digestion,  allergies, on immune support, on heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order or use the code JENNPIKE20 at check out and save 20% off hemp products through August 17. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE15 for 15% off. Use code JENNPIKE10 at check out and save 10% off your order for every order after that. GoodJuju make all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you, and good for the planet. Use code JENNPIKE10 at check out and save 10% off your first order  Quotes “It has been a bit of a journey, but I have lost my libido three times in my life.” “This is the hidden secret to women's health that they don't know… it's like the Canary in the coal mine, this warning sign that there's problems ahead.” “We’ve all been miseducated.” “We need to start with an individual journey, with the internal work first. And then we bring the couple in.” “...there's just this relief of ‘I'm not alone. I'm not broken. There are not only other women, but millions of other women on the planet experiencing exactly what I am.’” “There's health benefits to… not diminishing the essence of who we are.” “...that is this good girl conditioning, where we have been taught to self-sacrifice, taught to not listen to our own wants and needs.” “Be open, feel the feelings in your body.” “These are the type of conversations that we should be actually cultivating… because I think there's a softening that happens when you recognize that you are not alone.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today, I am speaking to one of the women in our Audacious Woman mentorship programme, Shannon Feir. She is a registered nurse and has been on the front line this entire year and a half and working in healthcare for 30+ years where she has seen a chronic level of burnout and burnout culture. In this episode, we will be discussing how to do ‘all the things’ without burning yourself out, without creating a health issue for your own self and body. Shannon is real and loving and brings wonderful humour to our conversation.  Shannon has worked her entire career, decades, taking care of other people and being a nurse and really excelling at it. But she wants something more. She's raised her children and she's at a time in her life where she can start to make some different decisions. So as a nurse, a self-care and resiliency coach, and a heart math certified practitioner, she helps kickass female healthcare workers build resiliency. She does this by being on the front lines for decades and she offers coaching and programs to help women show up and do the job that needs to get done in those moments on your feet, on your toes - when you need critical thinking in the moment. To inquire about and join The 12-week Frontline Resiliency Reset Formula program, click the following link: https://www.shannonfeir.com. You can join Shannon Feir’s facebook group here: Burnout prevention for female health care professionals. Lastly, I don't have any products to share with you today specifically, I really just want to say thank you so much to the companies that support us. Not only sponsoring the show, but for supporting us in our health and in our life.  If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Access links to Shannon Feir’s facebook group, socials and website below in the ‘Connect with us’ section of the show notes. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Shannon Feir Helping women in healthcare build resiliency How do you support one another? The feeling of guilt for wanting We need to have that permission to be vulnerable Burnout prevention for female health care professionals Frontline Resiliency Reset Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. To connect with Shannon, and to inquire about and join The Frontline Resiliency Reset Formula program, click the following link: https://www.shannonfeir.com. You can join Shannon Feir’s facebook group here: Burnout prevention for female health care professionals. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link i’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.  Quotes: “I feel like over the past 30 years, things have certainly changed, in the culture of healthcare, particularly with women.” “My mission now has been to help women in healthcare build their resiliency so that they can balance their career in healthcare, as well as having a beautiful life that they desire at home.” “You wear the mask at work when you support people, you take their energy on, and I feel like the culture of healthcare, we have not done a fantastic job on building resources internally, whether it's your organization or from a personal perspective where we support each other” “We don't have the tools inside. We're not taught the tools to be able to be vulnerable, right. When you get home.” “Like you get guilt, you feel guilty about wanting more, so you kind of stay small and then that's kind of how burnout starts. Right. It’s slow, it's not just one event. It's not like one thing happens, it's this cumulative stressors that you don't process” “We need to have that permission to be vulnerable. And if we can't do that at home because of, you know, PHIPAA, confidentiality, whatever. You know, we need to have somewhere, we need to have a group where we can be supportive to each other and allow the permission that it's ok not to be ok.” “I wholeheartedly believe that in order to prevent and manage burnout, you need to have a foundation that improves your personal resiliency.”  “My goal is to reach my hand out to these women, thousands and thousands of women, to show them that it doesn't have to be so hard. It doesn't have to be so separate. And by implementing some simple strategies and simple techniques that improve their resilience, improving their mindset, all of those things will help them be able to show up as a better version of themselves.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, I'm going to chat with you all about leaky gut 101: what it is, what the heck is going on, and some of the things that you can start to do or things that you can begin to be aware of and understand in your body that can make a big difference in your digestive system. Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite in order: What is leaky gut? Discomfort is not normal What can cause leaky gut? H pylori Irritants to your gut and body as a whole Nutrition and environment The Hormone Project Please do not hesitate to book in a call with one of our team via https://jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  Links and resources mentioned in this episode are shared in the Online Work with Jenn section of these show notes. Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  To book a discovery call via email or send us a question you have, send it to hello@jennpike.com and myself or a member of my wonderful team will reach out to you.  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Leaky gut refers to an increased intestinal permeability, meaning that you have got a retaining wall around the stomach, and this is a barrier so that we are not allowing certain things to come in or other particles. So think like undigested food pathogens, bacteria viruses, to be able to pass out into our bloodstream, which is going to cause us inflammation and massive digests.” “So what happens with leaky gut is that over time, and this can be for a few different reasons that we'll talk about, these junctions start to break down. Your retaining wall starts to falter, starts to crack, starts to have seeps and openings. And now things that should not be getting in or moving out are, and this is what creates a response or reaction in your body. This is when you start to have food sensitivities and allergies and auto-immune responses and things that are characterized like IBS, hormone imbalances, different gut infections and more” “When you have some level of increased intestinal permeability, which is what leaky gut is referred to, there is a crack or multiple cracks, and now we're having things get in that are causing us those issues.” “Tons of people are walking around with something called H pylori. And if you have H pylori, which is a gut infection, this is a bacteria that specifically goes in and decreases the amount of hydrochloric acid that you can produce in your. It impacts your enzymatic ability, which all of this, what it means in English is it impacts your ability to digest and break down the food that you eat” “What you put on your body, what you use in your hair, your makeup, your nail polish, your household cleaners, your tampons, All of those things, they have a toll and the totality of bringing all those chemicals in is your body has to try to filter and manage that.”  Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today, I am going to be discussing a new topic for this podcast, CBD. This is an insightful and educational conversation with Danny Dolgin, CEO and co-founder of Eaton Hemp. Now, I do want to preface this by saying I did not have anxiety, I didn't have insomnia, I didn't actually have anything going on that typically people would start to use this for.  For me, I was getting so many questions from women in my community, asking my opinion about CBD and my experience. And I couldn’t give my opinion, because I'd never had an experience. I'm not going to recommend something or talk about something that I've not yet used.  So after trying it myself, through a great partnership with a strong focus on education, my goal today is to help you to understand a little bit more about what CBD is and what it is not.  If you have a question for me and my team, send it over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Access links to Eaton Hemp’s socials and website below in the ‘Connect with us’ section of the show notes. You will also find below linked info about our partners and recommended products to try. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Danny, CEO and Co-founder of Eaton Hemp Eaton Hemp What is CBD? How and when to utilise it How CBD works Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. To experience Eaton Hemp, use the following discount code JENNPIKE to save 20% off all of your orders on their site https://eatonhemp.com  To connect with Danny and his team at Eaton Hemp, go to their website https://eatonhemp.com  To follow Eaton Hemp on social media, find her on Instagram @eatonhemp  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link i’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.  Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from of our amazing partners  GoodJuju make all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you, and good for the planet. If you use the code SUMMER when you spend $65 or more on any of their products, you get the free jar of the exploiting and softening mask. Plus you get free express shipping. Saint Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including plant medicines that they create on women's health, digestion,  allergies, on immune support, on heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that. Quotes “Eaton Hemp...They farm it. They're a hundred percent organic, they're unfiltered. They're third-party tested. The integrity behind this company, I have been so blown away by. “CBD is a sort of shorthand for cannabis oil, which is a cannabinoid, basically a chemical compound that's found in the cannabis plants. Now cannabis encompasses both hemp and marijuana.” “There's many different ways that somebody can be consuming these products too, right? Like tinctures,there's lotions, edibles, through smoking.” “CBD works best when it, when it's part of your daily regimen.” “It's a holistic approach - that we are a consuming bio-individual and that we're the sum of so many things that are happening and going on in our life, not just what we're eating or drinking or exercising, but literally the things that we're feeling and that are around us. And we, we don't just hand over the expectation of being healed, fixed, or our health to a singular product.” “ How CBD works is it promotes your, tells your body to produce more of things that it needs. So everyone could have a different kind of feeling to it.” “With CBD, um, it's more going to be restoring balance throughout your entire body, um, fighting internal inflammation” Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, I am going to speak to a question that I received while writing a big article for a strong fitness magazine that is all around the importance of the education that we really should have access to as women, about our cycles, cycle syncing and that level of connection. The question was ‘Why is it important for women to recognize and honor that they are cyclical and not linear beings? What's the benefit there for the average woman?’ This is the kind of information you can anticipate coming out in the fall. Not only in this article, but in some additional resources that we are creating for you.  My main mission is to help women, to help young girls, to help all of us connect to this deep knowing and understanding of our bodies, because we have been given, in my opinion, the most incredible gift of life being a female. And there's so much that we can tap into, but we don't, we don't know that because we're not educated about it. Socially, in so many areas of the world, it's not acceptable to even talk about these things, let alone understand more about what's going on.  You have to dig, you have to search. And it shouldn't be that way. The very fact that we are born women into this world means that we should have full accessibility to understanding or getting the manual for or, at the very least, a blueprint to the body that we have been blessed with. Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite in order of priority: Speaking to your questions How every day is different Optimizing your hormonal health Observation is key to a healthy reproductive system Tracking your cycle Where is our manual, our blueprint? Symptoms are our messengers So please do not hesitate to book in a call with one of our team via https://jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  Links and resources mentioned in this episode will be shared in the Online Work with Jenn section of these show notes. Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  To book a discovery call via email or send us a question you have, send it to hello@jennpike.com and myself or a member of my wonderful team will reach out to you.  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “My main mission is to help women, to help young girls, to help all of us connect to this deep knowing and understanding of our bodies, because we have been given, in my opinion, the most incredible gift of life being a female.” “The truth is that you are never in the same hormonal state twice a month. You were never in the same cycle phase twice. Every day is different. Your body is physically, physiologically, mentally and emotionally in a constant state of ebb and flow.”  “When you show up each day to your body, to your life, to your calendar, to your workouts, your nutrition, and you engage in the same activities of hustle and grind, energy, you are living counter-intuitively to your own body's hormonal fluctuations. And it's completely counterproductive. This is a huge energy waste for women and often leaves them exhausted and burnt out.” “When you learn how to plan your workouts, your nutrition, your other activities of life around yourself, You'll be optimizing your hormonal health finally, to begin to understand when it is the best time of month for you to push or pull back, to put yourself out there or to take more rest.” “The truth is that observation is the main event and the telltale sign of a healthy reproductive system. Your period is the culmination of the other three phases that lead into and result in shedding your uterine lining.”  “It is extremely beneficial for women to know this information as they transition into perimenopause. Instead of feeling like you are surprised and you just woke up one morning and everything shifted, you would be able to go back now and actually track that data that you have been collecting and start to understand and see when changes happened. Ask yourself the question, what was going on?” “The reason it's so important for us to track is not just to have another app in our life. It is so that we actually have our own. Interpersonal or internal recognition of what is going on in our body.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. We will then be joined by Heather Chauvin, who is a leadership coach who helps ambitious, overwhelmed women conquer their fears and become leaders at work and at home. Heather draws on her professional experience as a social worker and her life experience raising three boys to create a signature approach to help her clients create and enjoy sustainability, profitability, and ease in both business and life.  Heather is the host of the Mom is in Control Podcast, where she reveals her most vulnerable truths about womanhood, marriage, parenting, living through her stage four cancer diagnosis and full remission, and running a successful business without burning out.  If you have a question for me and my team, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Access links to Michelle Breau’s multi-platform publishings as well as social / websites below, in the ‘Connect with us’ section of the show notes. You will also find info linked below about our partners and recommended products to try. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Heather’s story Heather’s cancer and recovery journey and mindset  Behaviour surrounding women feeling out of alignment Make the true investment in ourselves, as women, for our health Finding women role models Connect with us: Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. To connect with Heather Chauvin and find direct links to her published works, programs, and supports, go to her website http://heatherchauvin.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/heatherchauvin_/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mom-is-in-control-podcast/id982980293?mt=2 Book: http://heatherchauvin.com/book-waitlist  You can connect to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.  Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from of our amazing partners  Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that. They are having a new summer deal. You get a free facial and jar product (exfoliant and softening mask)  when you spend $65 or more (while quantities last). Go to www.skinessence.ca/shop. The mask helps get rid of clogged pores and blackheads, especially during the summer months when you are sweating more, or you have sunscreen on while you are working outside.  The mask also helps you balance out your complexion and regenerate and renew yourself.  Saint Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs, and articles on important topics including plant medicines that they create on women's health, digestion,  allergies, on immune support, on heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE10 at check out and save 10% off your order. Do you have dry, curly hair in the summer? Saint Francis Herb Farm has a specific shampoo bar for dry and curly hair. It contains coconut and hobo oil and different shay and coconut butters.  It comes in a sweet oil and petrulli  scent.   Suffering from insomnia, anxiety, tension, irritability, cramping, mood swings, and breast tenderness then try Saint Francis Herb Farm’s PMS support that comes in a tincture form. It contains don quai (an estrogenic alternative), black cohosh (a herb with hormone-balancing properties), and, burdock. Eden Hemp - Jenn has been working with the company for over a year and did an interview with the co-founder Dan to provide more education. They are continuing the education and providing a new deal when you put in the code JENNPIKE, which will give you 20% off of all orders.  Quotes “...the only thing I can control is if I have all these odds against me, what I can do is just try, do the things that you don't think you are capable of.” “Because my son was my, why? Like that was my bigger, why, which was a great motivator and great start. And I had that energy and that like, anger of like, I'll show you I'll show I'll prove you wrong. But when you're trying to prove the world wrong, you burn out and you're doing it from an angry place, but it got me started. So. Then I fell in love with meditation and mindfulness because of his behavior, not my behavior, his behavior.” “So now my focus is how good can it get? How good can I feel? Um, And I watch how cultural perceptions of who I need to be shows up and how far removed I am from that.” “you have to observe your own behavior and go, why is it that when I actually create space for myself, I'm so incredibly uncomfortable.” “ I had to rise and it was, it sucked and I had to figure it out, but it forced me to take my power back. It wasn't about so much the treatment. It was the journey to get there. Um, it forced me to take my power back.  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children. 

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, I will be sharing with you about energy expectations, expectations we have for ourselves, as well as those put onto us by others in our family, community, place of work, and society as a whole. Our individual capacity is a currency and we need to be aware of how it impacts us and those around us when we are beyond capacity, essentially when we are over spending.  Today, we will talk about how we as women already carry a disproportionate amount of the responsibility, support, and work to take care of our families, our careers, and our communities, and how the last 16 months have impacted what's happening globally and in our own backyards. We will delve into how we can support each other but ultimately how we can each support ourselves by doing the work, because while we can support each other, no one else can do the actual work for you. And I want to say to all of you that I see you. I see you in my clinical practice. I see you in my programs, in my community, through my zoom screen. And I see you in the mirror. I see you and I am you too. Energy flows where attention and intentions go. Never forget that.  Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite in order of priority: Energy expectations No one else can do the work for you Individual Capacity  I see you - a message to the community Empowering yourself empowers others So please do not hesitate to book in a call with one of our team via https://jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  Links and resources mentioned in this episode will be shared in the Online Work with Jenn section of these show notes. Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  To book a discovery call via email or send us a question you have, send it to hello@jennpike.com and myself or a member of my wonderful team will reach out to you.  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Explain to people like you are responsible for this, the person you're working with, the program you're doing, the people you're working with. They are part of the team of support. They're your support network. They can't move in with you. They can't make the changes for you.” “No one else can do the work for you. Nobody else. People can be the connectors, the conduits, and they can help to show you and teach you. They can educate you with the different tools and resources and opportunities, but no one can do it for you” “It's us being aware of being at capacity feeling spent and exhausted, and then how that impacts the way that we show up, how we treat other people, the words that we use, the tone that we use, the energy around it, it all matters so much.  “I see you. I feel you. I am feeling it too. Women are not doing okay right now. Mothers are not doing it right. We already carry a disproportionate amount of the responsibility, support, and work to take care of our families, our careers, our communities, and in the last 16 months have had the impact of what's happening globally and our own backyards. The four walls of our home, the chambers within our hearts and the cells of our very being and spirit pushed to the very brink of our individual capacity. We have been coerced into a place of constant fear and anxiety. We have outsourced our health to others. We have disconnected from trusting our own bodies, our deep knowing and guidance from within we've stopped asking how do I feel? And we've replaced it with doing what you're told and what will they think? The more I sit with women in practice. In my mentorship in community and in real life, the more I hear and I feel their struggles. We are exhausted. We're overworked. We're making decisions that don't feel real true, or like they are our own, we're taking care of others when we long to be taken care of, we're longing to see and feel the light at the end of a very long and what feels like never ending tunnel women, tune out the judgment and tune. To your body. Stop bowing to the shedding and be open to the cutting. What could you do today? What do you need today? Rest nature, alone, time connection, fun, delicious food, a hug, a movie. A good cry, pleasure. All the rules, the list and the rigid boxes we are trying to live inside of. They are slowly eroding away at the strong, bold, loving, fierce, courageous, feminine desire, filled audacious women that we are, the rules are slowly killing us in a way that many aren't able to do. I see, I see you. I see you in my clinical practice. I see you in my programs, in my community, through my zoom screen. And I see you in the mirror. I see you and I am you too. Energy flows where attention and intentions go. Never forget that. Where will your energy go? Now? Take a deep breath and a moment to really sink into it. Sending you all big love. “If you don't talk about it, if you don't share, if you don't let other people know, if you don't ask three little words, I need help. Not only are you harming yourself, you are making it impossible for another woman to do that for herself. Understand that every single time that you squeeze and contract your muscle of courage and bravery and audacity, and you speak with your shaky voice and you type with your shaking things. You are creating global permission for another woman, for young girls, for women everywhere to do the same.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today, we are going to kick start today’s episode by briefly discussing an area of interest expressed by you, our community, which is healthy skincare. We will then be joined by a very good friend of mine, Michelle Breau. Michelle is a mother and a wife and she is an advocate for the health and for medical freedom. Michelle is a holistic nutritionist who really believes that lifestyle medicine is the way of the future. And her goal is to provide her clients with space for that concept of wholeness to be explored as we collectively return to the most basic principles of health amidst an extremely complex world. I do want to give you a warning today before going in to listen to this episode. Not that your heart's not going to be able to take what we have a conversation about, but we do go into depth around the conversation around vaccines. If this isn't for you, have a beautiful rest of your day, I totally understand. If you have a question for me and my team, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice.  Access links to Michelle Breau’s multi-platform publishings as well as social / websites below, in the ‘Connect with us’ section of the show notes. You will also find info linked below about our partners and recommended products to try. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Healthy skincare Introducing our guest, Michelle Breau The importance of informed consent and decision making Research Vaccinations and medical freedom Coercion vs consent Advocacy Connect with us: Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. To connect with Michelle Breau and find direct links to her published works, programs, and supports, go to her website https://www.michellebreau.com  To follow Michelle on social media, find her on Instagram @iammichellebreau To work with Michelle, go to the following link https://www.michellebreau.com/nutrition  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.  Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from of our amazing partners  Saint Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs, and articles on important topics including plant medicines that they create on women's health, digestion,  allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you, and good for the planet. Use code JENNPIKE at check out and save 10% off your first order  Quotes “Majority of what we see on the outside is a reflection of the health and the function of what is going on inside your gut function, your liver function, your ability to detoxify the state of your lymphatic system.” “I discovered the necessity of informed consent and how I had consented to certain things that I do not feel I was informed enough on that I was not provided all of the information on, um, I think as a parent, any parent who has an experience like this with their child, it sends you down the rabbit hole of research and getting as informed as possible because you realize that I was doing what I thought was the best for my child.” “This is what I'm seeing happen in my practice every day, working with women, is lack of information, which leads to lack of informed decisions, choices, and consent, which then leads to a lot of different issues.” “Our world has changed drastically and, and the idea of having a diversity of opinions of questions has really come down to anyone who thinks outside of the common theme of, here's how you should think, here's how the world is thinking collectively. From the media perspective, they'll say that is an anti-something or a conspiracy theorist.’ “It's not that we just can't accept that our world is changing, It's what do I do about it?... every voice is so important in this evolution that we're going through. But there are different ways that you can go about it. It's a matter of what your comfort level is” “If you are living in a lot of fear and uncertainty we have to start really, really small. We have to start within our own four walls. How can you create a deeper level of calm, certainty, warmth, and connectedness in your own home?” “We've got to be balanced out ourselves first before we branch out. And I think that is such an important reminder.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, we will be discussing a question that I hear a lot, one that I think about often, which is How can I heal my hormones for good? As women, our bodies are ever-changing, ever cycling, ever-evolving and therefore there is going to be a bit of undulation that will happen based on where your body is at, how your body is feeling, what you are experiencing. What I want to share with you today is how you can work on the foundation so that you can make sure that things like your gut, adrenals, blood sugar, your thyroid, and your sex hormones are getting the attention and the care that they ultimately need. You can find a graphic on this topic on our Instagram page https://www.instagram.com/jennpike/  Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite in order of priority: Digestion and Gut Insulin levels Adrenal function and hormones Thyroid Sex hormones Symptoms are our messengers So please do not hesitate to book in a call with one of our team via https://jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  Links and resources mentioned in this episode will be shared in the Online Work with Jenn section of these show notes. Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  To book a discovery call via email or send us a question you have, send it to hello@jennpike.com, and I or a member of my wonderful team will reach out to you.  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “The protocol system within the hormone project is to work on digestion and gut first. We want to make sure you are able to digest what you're consuming, break it down, pull the nutrients from it, and that you're free from digestive issues, gut infections, inflammation. So it's really important that the digestive and the assimilation piece is happening as well as the elimination piece, that you're pooping on a daily basis.” “From there it's then working on supporting your insulin, managing your blood sugar and your insulin levels... if your blood sugar is not stable and you are now in a state of stress as a result of it, That will impact your digestion and increase your rate of inflammation.” “Your adrenals are so critical because it is how our body is responding to stress. It is what is building up our resiliency, helping to support our immune system, helping to support the thyroid, helping to support ovarian health.” “Your brain health is super important and your mitochondria health mean everything” “I encourage you to prioritize in order of gut, blood sugar, adrenals, thyroid, then the sex hormone.” “The symptoms are the messengers. It's what we need to pay attention to. You want to start to write some things down, collect some data about your body, pay attention, and then begin to start to put these things into place.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.       

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today, we are joined by Dr. Anna Cabeca who's known as the Girlfriend Doctor, she's a triple board-certified Emory university-trained OB-GYN and author of two best-selling books.  Anna is the creator and author of The Hormone Fix, a groundbreaking holistic lifestyle program for menopausal women, as well as Keto Green 16, which is a comprehensive nutritional plan to help stay healthy and slim. Dr. Anna Cabeca works tirelessly to help women reclaim their vibrancy, their sexuality, their health, and their happiness. She speaks from her experience. She speaks from the hip and she speaks from the heart and she has risen from her own ashes of personal tragedy that spiraled into depression from not one but two rounds of menopause.  You can find links to Dr. Anna Cabeca’s multi-platform publishings, as well as social / websites below in the ‘Connect with us’ section of the show notes.  If you order any of her products including those discussed on this episode, you can save 10% by entering in the code JennP10 at checkout -  https://drannacabeca.com  You will also find below-linked info about our partners and recommended products to try. If you have a question for me and my team, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Dr. Anna Cabeca Supporting Moontime Sisters  Jenn’s recommendation Keto Green Lifestyle Hormones are our messengers Disciplining our mind and connecting our heart Manipulating our hormones Nutrition and Sleep Vaginal health DIY recipes Supplements and supports Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. To connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca and find direct links to her published works, programs, and supports, go to her website https://drannacabeca.com  If you order any of her products including those discussed on this episode, you can save 10% by entering in the code JennP10 at checkout -  https://drannacabeca.com  To follow Anna on social media, find her on Instagram @thegirlfrienddoctor, and Facebook @thegirlfrienddoctor  Click here to listen to her podcast.  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.  Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from of our amazing partners  Saint Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs, and articles on important topics including plant medicines that they create on women's health, digestion,  allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you, and good for the planet. Use code JENNPIKE at check out and save 10% off your first order  Quotes “Our lifestyle and our daily practices are one of the most powerful tools we can use to actually manipulate our hormones in a positive way” “This journey led me into what I call the keto green lifestyle. And it's not just about what we eat, but it's how we live when we eat, who we eat with” “Our hormones function in different ways. They relate. They are chemical messengers, writing a story, they are energetic messengers and they're led and driven.”  “When we focus on what's good in our lives, what we're focusing on is where we feel love, what you know is beautiful in our lives, the things that bring us joy and pleasure, that's oxytocin. That's the hormone of oxytocin. It's a different energy. It's the most alkalizing hormone in our body. It's the most healing hormone in our body. It's a hormone of fun and pleasure.” “So what do I know to be true right now? That's the number one question I ask. What do you know to be true? What's your reality? What is good in your life? And let's focus on those things that are good, noteworthy, positive, beautiful, bring you pleasure, joy, connection, the relationships, and people that you love and laugh with” “You have to be very intentional nowadays to choose the joy, to find the happiness and the bliss. It's not going to be delivered to you.” “One of the key aspects, lifestyle hacks is to practice gratitude before you get up” “No more snacking, snacking is destructive to our bodies, especially in perimenopause and menopause. So no more snacking and just creating these lifestyle practices to empower our physiology.” “Keto green is really helpful at any part of the life cycle, but it is essential and mandatory in menopause and perimenopause. It is essential and mandatory in perimenopause because these hormone shifts and this declining glucose, you know, this decline in progesterone and estrogen Our brain needs estrogen.” “How you're beginning the day to set yourself up before your breakfast is important, and then at the end of the day, priming your nervous system and getting your body ready for a good night.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv, and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, we will be opening up about our individual capacity and how to recognize when we are beyond capacity. And in order to feel resilient or to have true resiliency, you have to first understand what your individual capacity is.  I believe it is important for each of us to reiterate to ourselves and the women in our lives that it is ok to say no, to give yourself that permission, and treat yourself with more love and self-compassion.  Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: Beyond capacity Capacity is learned How our cycle can affect our capacity Gut instinct Giving yourself permission to say no So please do not hesitate to book in a call with one of our team via https://jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  Links and resources mentioned in this episode will be shared in the Online Work with Jenn section of these show notes. Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  To book a discovery call via email or send us a question you have, send it to hello@jennpike.com, and I or a member of my wonderful team will reach out to you.  You can connect to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “I wasn't at my capacity, I was beyond my capacity.” “Capacity is learned” “In order to feel resilient or to have true resiliency, you have to first understand what your individual capacity is.” “When I'm in the first half of my cycle, my energy is higher for me, I'm more primed and I get excited about all of the ideas and everything that comes my way... Then I pay for that when it's in the second half of my cycle, or when I'm feeling heavy” “Where do you hear your own voice? Where do you have the time to grow your own self-awareness and to form and choose your own opinions, your own core values? In any capacity in life.” “It's okay, to be honest and say, when someone asks, Hey, could you help me with this? I'm sorry, but I'm at capacity. Hey, could you go get this for me? I'm sorry, but I'm at capacity. Whatever the thing is, it's actually okay. If your gut instinct is like, I literally don't have room for that.” “I am only one, but I am one. Though I can't do everything, I can do something. And so I will not let the things that I can't do, that I choose not to do, interfere with what I can do. And I know that to be true for myself and for others around me.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv, and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today, we are speaking with the lovely Dr. Jordan Robertson ND, a naturopathic doctor who specializes in women's health, hormones and fertility. She is the host of the Women's Health Unplugged podcast and author of Carrying To Term, the practical guide that teaches you specific strategies to support your fertility journey and reduce the risk of miscarriage or pregnancy loss. We begin this episode on a very personal note. Jordan shares with me her own experiences, suffering from multiple miscarriages and her fertility struggles. And how, even as a health professional, she really struggled to advocate for herself, as well as the proper testing, treatment, and care she knew that she needed and deserved. One of the biggest takeaways from today's conversation with Jordan is that we have the ability, as functional health practitioners, to see a woman's health vulnerability before it actually gets to a point where she needs further intervention, whether it be medical or otherwise. Not only are we able to recognize this, we then do our utmost to support and implement strategies to help her get better. Your story matters, we need to band together and work together. Not only as clinicians and practitioners but women as a whole to stop this dismissive nature around our health and our wellbeing from happening. You can find links to Dr. Jordan Robertson’s multi-platform publishings, as well as social / websites below in the ‘Connect with us’ section of the show notes. You will also find below-linked info about our partners and recommended products to try. If you have a question for me and my team, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Your story matters You have to be the voice for your health and for your body Perimenopause - Puberty 2.0 Tracking your cycle Energy flows where attention goes Nutrition and metabolic flexibility Hormone Replacement Therapy Resources Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. To connect with Dr. Jordan Robertson and find direct links to her published works, programs, and supports, click here or go to her website https://clarityhealthburlington.ca  To follow Jordan on social media, find her on Instagram @drjordannd Click here to listen to her podcast, Women’s Health Unplugged  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.  Learn more about the products and supports I recommend from of our amazing partners  Saint Francis Herb Farm education includes webinars, blogs and articles on important topics including plant medicines that they create on women's health, digestion,  allergies, immune support, heart health, brain health, and sleep. I use and recommend their products and you can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you, and good for the planet. Use code JENNPIKE at check out and save 10% off your first order  Quotes “Your story matters, we need to band together and work together. Not only as clinicians and practitioners but women as a whole to stop this dismissive nature around our health and our wellbeing from happening” “She turned her personal experience and her background into medical research and medical research into a springboard to support women and their own health journeys. She is known for her relentless search for the best quality evidence in integrative medicine and her willingness to stand up for women as they pursue their health goals” “When I wrote Carrying to Term back at the beginning of my career, it was right on the heels of me having three miscarriages. And at that time I was a graduated health professional, and yet I still couldn't really advocate for myself.” “Can we change a woman's story? Can we help her support herself so that she doesn't suffer… the answer is yes?” “Regardless of the age of the woman or the health concern, the story that she has to tell matters. And what I mean by the story is that there are clues hidden in your health history. There are clues hidden, maybe in your family history that would potentially change what your baseline risk is.” “It pays off to chat with someone about what those underlying conditions are how they can specifically contribute to miscarriage. Because for women with PCOS, it's not the same reason that women miscarry as it is the reason why women with endometriosis miscarry, you probably need slightly different supports.” “With perimenopause, it's stretched out over years and years of experience, which coincides with maybe having adult children, aging parents, at the peak of their career… pinnacle years for women, where they are also having the hormonal carpet pulled out from underneath them.” “The best way to describe perimenopause is like it's Sunday and your uterus thinks it was last Thursday, right?” “When women track their cycle, they actually develop self-compassion for themselves.” “The stress of worrying about menopause actually worsens your menopause… energy flows where attention goes” “Something women can do for themselves - A is be mindful of their non-exercise movement cause your bodies were made to move, but also reflect on what your barriers to movement are.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv, and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, we will be discussing your hormone concerns and whether they are being dismissed.  One of my biggest concerns as a healthcare practitioner who has chosen to focus on women's health and hormones is that when it comes to women's hormonal health, Our concerns, our symptoms, our issues are far too often being dismissed.  And what's important to understand is that our intuition, that guides us, is often a direct conduit for that inner balance in your body. The way we feel when things are not right, is literally your body communicating with you on the deepest level. And you know when something is off and this should be taken seriously, you should be taken seriously and it should be addressed in a caring and thoughtful way.  Even with the best practitioner, their job and role is to educate you, to help support you with the tools and the resources to empower you, to guide you. But you, you are the only one that can create the power pause that can either put things into action for your health. So I want you to start to peel back. I want you to begin to take note of what is truly going on in your body. Then find the team, create your village. This is what my team thrives off of, is helping women just like you. Not by doing it for you, but by linking arms, cutting through the BS, and doing it alongside you. So please do not hesitate to book in a call with one of our team via https://jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  Links and resources mentioned in this episode will be shared in the Online Work with Jenn section of these show notes. Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: There isn’t always a pill for the ill Attention disparity Dismissal culture If you are being dismissed, find another practitioner Take control of your own health Create your village, they are out there! Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  To book a discovery call via email or send us a question you have, send it to hello@jennpike.com, and myself or a member of my wonderful team will reach out to you.  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “If she's not trying to conceive, she will most likely be given the run-of-the-mill basic hematology, basic blood work. And no one is going to look any deeper.” “We cannot just be handing the pill out like candy and like it's a prescription for solving every single hormonal problem because it is compounding the issues that are really going on. And that type of prescribing, in my opinion, is part of the dismissal society that is happening right now” “This is why ladies if you are a woman who has been dismissed, I'm going to strongly encourage you to stand back up on those strong legs and two feet that you have got and walk yourself into a different office. Walk yourself into a different virtual setting, which is how many practitioners are functioning now until you find the person where you're like - Everything they say, the way they describe it, how they teach that is resonating with me.” “You also cannot hand over the responsibility of your health to anyone else, whether this is the best practitioner, someone that you super connect with, or somebody not so much. It is actually not their job for you to get better. Their job and role are to educate you, to help support you with the tools and the resources to empower you, to guide you. But you, you are the only one that can create the power pause that can either put things into action for your health.” “I want you to start to peel back. I want you to begin to take note of what is truly going on in your body. Find the team, create your village. They're out there. They're waiting for you as much as you are waiting for them.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv, and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today, we kick off this episode breaking down elixirs and tinctures as I speak about these two quite often on this podcast, as well as addressing inflammation given it is a frequently asked about the topic by our listeners, clients, and community. We will then dive into our conversation with Doctor Ben Reebs, award-winning naturopathic physician and founder of the Portland Clinic of Natural Health which is an integrative medicine clinic that specializes in helping resolve chronic disease with natural medicine. He is the author of the highly acclaimed book, The Serpent and the Butterfly, the seven laws of healing. We actually go deep into his book, the name of this book, the whole meaning behind it. We talk about the seven different laws of healing as well in today's interview. And Ben is a recognized leading expert in the mind, body healing, and alternative medicine industry. He was awarded one of Portland's top medical providers in 2019, 2020, and 2021.  He has appeared in many different shows and publications. He is a member of the American Association of naturopathic physicians and the Oregon Association of naturopathic physicians.  And lastly, I just want to congratulate Dr. Ben Reebs on being an imminently expectant father to be during the recording of this episode, and with all our prayers and best wishes, a father to a beautiful, healthy, son or daughter, by the time you are hearing this episode.  You can find links to Dr. Ben Reebs’s multi-platform publishings, as well as social / websites below in the ‘Connect with us’ section of the show notes. You will also find below-linked info about our partners and recommended products to try. If you have a question for me and my team, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Dr. Ben Reebs Jenn’s seasonal recommendations Answering your questions Seven laws of healing  The inconvenience of modern convenience Mitochondria and Cytokines Listen to your body, listen to its feedback Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. To connect with Dr. Ben Reebs and find direct links to his published works and social media, go to his website https://www.drreebs.com  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.  Learn more about the products I recommend and some of our amazing partners  Saint Francis Herb Farm PMS Support is a tincture formula that features a classically effective blend of herbs best suited to provide women with the natural hormone balance they need in dealing with PMS. You can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. The Soothe and the Light are two moisturizers that I alternate between. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you, and good for the planet. Use code JENNPIKE at check out and save 10% off your first order  Quotes “One of the reasons I love them so much is that the tinctures help to retain the most complete range of that plant's therapeutic constituents… they bypass the gut. They get directly into the body, into the stomach without having to go through all of the other channels.” “I think sometimes we get very wrapped up in just the physical of like what we eat and what we supplement with without taking into consideration everything else.” “The first law is what I call the love vitality, the vital force.” “The second is the law of disease...the founder of naturopathic medicine states that disease is caused by three things...and in modern language, these are - deficiency, toxicity, and weak vitality.”  “Looking at their symptoms which are really a reflection of an imbalance of imbalances. It's the way their body's pivoting, almost light a fighter... I don't see their symptoms as something that's wrong. It's more like this is the way their body compensated for an imbalance.” “I think it's how we've been taught. It's how we've been trained. You know, there's a pill for your ill. So just tell me the ill, give me the pill and let me move on. But then that person never actually feels better. They don't achieve vitality.” “ The powerful thing is that it's not having the right modality or having the right supplement, it's having the right way of thinking. I find that so liberating” “Your body will never lie to you” The fourth law is the Law of Compensation. Again from the founder of Naturopathic medicine, in his book, Nature Cure, written in 1913, he said that - ‘Everything you do to the body has first a primary action that is easily observed, and it's short-lived, It's transient, it lasts a short time. Then there's always a secondary reaction that goes in the opposite direction of the first that is actually much more long-lasting and more potent.” “The sixth law is the Law of Synergy - we can combine different therapies, different modalities, and they have a much greater effect than if they were just used individually...certain plants, when used together, are much more powerful than by themselves.” “A lot of that convenience, food, and lifestyle is leading to a very inconvenient decrease in our health” “Cytokines, in their very essence, are signaling cells and they're little proteins that cascade, one into the next.” “The seventh law is arguably the most important of them all, the Law of Intention. We really are the summation of what we think and feel and believe. And so what we intend, if we can visualize healing, that has an enormous impact on the outcome.” “Listen to your body, listen to its feedback, and then start to apply these different healing laws” “You just have to be willing to sit back and observe to sometimes press pause and to allow the innate power and ability of your body to step forward.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv, and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, we will be discussing an important topic that came up during a Hormone Project team meeting a few weeks ago. One of our program advisors who speaks to women on a daily basis with a primary aim of determining how best we can support them came to the realization that close to every discussion included the relationship between hormone issues and digestion, the gut.  This posed the question of the chicken or the egg, which comes first, hormonal issues or gut issues. Irrespective of which came first, with decades of experience working with women struggling with their hormones, I can attest that digestion is always impacted.  I know this is sometimes so overwhelming because you were never taught this. You were literally never taught anything about your health, other than follow the food guide and get seven to nine hours of sleep and drink some water. But that’s why you’ve joined our conversation today, that is why I’m here, to dive deeper with you so that you may gain a deeper level of understanding for yourself. So today, I’m going to talk you through four different hormones that can be specifically impacted, or areas of hormones in your body, by the gut. This is because your gut microbiota, your microbiome, influences nearly every single hormone in your body including the ones I'm going to focus on today in bite-size form. These are your thyroid hormones, your estrogen, melatonin, and main stress hormone, cortisol. Links and resources mentioned in this episode will be shared in the Online Work with Jenn section of these show notes. Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: Chicken and the egg Hormones specifically impacted by your gut Impact of low microbiota on thyroid health Your microbiome, a key regulator of estrogen Melatonin - it helps you fall asleep and stay asleep Our relationship to light Cortisol and evaluating your relationship with sugar and starch Dirty Dozen Test, don’t guess. Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  Please do not hesitate to book in a call with one of our team via https://jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  To book a discovery call via email or send us a question you have, send it to hello@jennpike.com, and myself or a member of my wonderful team will reach out to you.  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Today, I’m going to talk you through four different hormones that can be specifically impacted or areas of hormones in your body, by the gut, because your gut microbiota, your microbiome, influences nearly every single hormone in your body including the ones I'm going to focus on today in bite-size form. They are your thyroid hormones, your estrogen, melatonin, and main stress hormone,  cortisol.” “If you have an imbalanced gut microbiome, your thyroid is definitely going to be impacted by this. And some of the things that you might feel symptom-wise will be things like weight, gain, sensitivity to temperature. Your skin gets drier, your hair gets dryer. Your memory gets impacted, your cognition - that sharpness, that clarity, and that focus in your brain, that really starts to diminish, brain fog and constipation. “ I'm going to say this at the end of every point that I give you today, you want to make your gut health a top priority.” “ If your health is not in its optimal state, then we want to be looking at what are some of those possible triggers of inflammation... like gluten and dairy ...and remove them. It doesn't necessarily mean that as for life, it is for a period of time.” “Your microbiome, it's a key regulator in the levels of circulating estrogen in your body, your microbes in your gut, they actually produce an enzyme that's called beta-glucuronidase and that converts estrogen into its active forms.” “Estrogen is a potent promoter of tissue growth throughout your body.” “Melatonin helps you fall asleep and stay asleep. That melatonin, in order for your body to actually produce a sufficient amount, needs plenty of serotonin. This is the hormone that helps to regulate your mood. And over 90% of your serotonin is actually produced by your bacteria that lives in your gut, not between your ears, not in your brain, which we were taught.” “Our relationship to light is very important to help to regulate all of the various systems and the organs and the hormones in our body.” “Melatonin is one of our primary antioxidants. So it's really important to also help with our immune system.” “In relation to cortisol, you have got to evaluate your relationship with sugar and starches” “Purchase organic wherever possible -  if you're on a budget and you need to start somewhere, download the app from the environmental working group, look up the dirty dozen.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv, and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. This is a conversation with Kristin Dovbniak. Kristin is a holistic health coach and founder of Healthy Balanced Mama. This is a podcast and a brand designed by Kris to help moms stress less about the food that they are prepping and to help them understand and embody balanced, healthy eating and confident cooking. She encourages mothers worldwide to uncomplicate their eating and to find joy via her digital courses, meal planners, cooking classes, and more. Today, Kristin and I are going to discuss meal planning, demystifying the word balance when it comes to your health and the kitchen, and hopefully inspire confident cooking for you, your family, and your overall health.  You can find links to Kristin Dovbniak’s multi-platform publishings, as well as social / websites below in the ‘Connect with us’ section of the show notes. You will also find below-linked info about our partners and recommended products to try. If you have a question for me and my team, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Kristin Dovbniak Jenn’s seasonal recommendations  Finding the balance Creating simplified, balanced meals Digestive supportive ingredients Variety and balance = satisfaction Scheduled meal prep and front-loading Resources for flexibility, convenience, and balance Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. To connect with Kristin Dovbniak and find direct links to her programs, meal planners, and additional resources,, go to her website https://www.healthymamakris.com . To follow Kristin on social media and join her weekly cooking classes - Instagram @healthybalancedmamapod and Facebook group healthybalancedmamas To listen to Kris’s podcast, the Healthy Balanced Mama podcast, visit the link here https://www.healthymamakris.com/podcast  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.  Learn more about the products I recommend and some of our amazing partners  Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. Pure is a gentle cleanser that has been specifically designed to effectively clean the skin without leaving it feeling dried or damaged. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you, and good for the planet. Use code JENNPIKE at check out and save 10% off your first order  Saint Francis Herb Farm Allergy Relief with Deep Immune provides symptom relief plus addresses the underlying cause of an overactive immune system without drowsiness or dryness side-effects. You can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Quotes “Having this really hard relationship with food, I really wanted to share how food can be delicious and it can be nourishing and we can find that balance.” “I realized that the old ways of doing things of me just coming home after a long day, and either throwing something together really quickly or, um, you know, just eating takeout all the time, wasn't going to work anymore. I wanted to nourish myself, I wanted to nourish my family” “You need your meals to be satisfying and to balance your blood sugar so that you actually stay full and fueled.” “We have taste buds for a reason. If we're not enjoying our food, then it doesn't matter how healthy the meal is. We're not going to stick to whatever plan we're on if it doesn't actually taste good and it's not delicious’ “Fruit is great for a smoothie, delicious and nutrient-dense. But if you put so much in there that. Spiking your blood sugar up to a million and then it's dropping down. You will be hungry really soon after. So having that balance in there, making sure there's some sort of a protein in there.” “Breakfast and lunch are important too. Especially if those are busy times of the day and you're not actually getting balanced meals” “ I think that midday fuel really sets us up for the rest of the day.” “I'll prep a Mason jar salad for lunch, and I'll just layer things in there” “I love having those options on hand that does have a good amount of protein in them to keep you satiated, that are easy to grab and throw together, and don't require a lot of cooking.” “Oftentimes in the afternoon, we might want something sweet because we're feeling a little bit low energy so having something in the fridge that I can grab, that's got a little bit of fat, a little bit of protein, and that tastes delicious.” “Whenever I talk about food, I love talking about the concepts of variety and balance. So we know that variety and balance are really important for nutrition, but they're also really important for satisfaction when it comes to food.”  “I always recommend when you are doing your meal planning, especially if you're not used to meal planning, or you're just starting to meal plan, or you're just meal planning for a busier week - to look at your week, to look at your schedule and ask yourself where you need the most support.” “ Front-loading with those foods that make us feel really good because we show up as the best version of ourselves and we're feeling good throughout the day when we're not showing up at our meals super hangry.” “ Allowing that space for flexibility, but also creating that place where you can create that convenience.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv, and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, we will be delving even further into our ‘Distilling Our Thoughts’ discussion over the past few weeks. This bonus episode is in response to the many questions that my team and I have received since we released our first episode three weeks ago.  Today, we will be discussing the hustle, the ambition that we all have to achieve. This is a good thing, don’t get me wrong. I am a very ambitious woman. However it is equally important to celebrate what it is that we've achieved, and what we’ve accomplished to give our bodies, our nervous system the opportunity to pull back, ask ourselves how am I doing? and create that pause.  If you haven’t yet listened to Part One or Part Two of this topic, please feel free to pause this episode, go listen to Distilling our Thoughts linked here and then join us back on this episode where I will do my very best to answer your questions. Links and resources mentioned in this episode will be shared in the Online Work with Jenn section of these show notes. Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: Your questions on Distilling Our Thoughts Creating the environment within ourselves to tune in Expectations - our own and others Hustle culture  Intentional mindset Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  Please do not hesitate to book in a call with one of our team via https://jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  To book a discovery call via email or send us a question you have, send it to hello@jennpike.com, and I or a member of my wonderful team will reach out to you.  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “It's understanding that life is always going to throw us things that we didn't know we're coming at us, that we're going to have to juggle. We're going to drop some of those balls. We're going to break some of them. Some of them need to stay on the ground and not be picked back up. Right. That is a good thing when we do that.”  “We have to start gauging - I only have this many hours in a day and this much energy in a day. Then you probably need to schedule 50% of what you normally do so that you have grace, you have the room in order to be able to still show up and to still feel good and not burnt out and polled and resentful and exhausted.” “Sometimes the expectations we put on ourselves, when we stand back we actually recognize this isn't even mine. Like I don't even care about this, but we've taken it because that is the impact around us. So you have got to get clear on those boundaries and by getting clear on your boundaries, you have to first get clear on your priorities. That is where you come back to that tune in.” “How many of you right now, like raising a hand and I'm raising both have achieved the thing, and yet still not felt fulfilled. Right? This is like that, that culture we're in the hustle culture, which has the only way to achieve, right?” “I think so many of us have been taught our worth is attached to productivity and that when we are not being productive, we are lazy… instead of thinking about it being lazy or doing nothing. Think of it as being intentional, right? Intentional about taking care of yourself, attentional or intentional, rather about doing what lights you up.” “it's just about making a decision and it doesn't have to be a massive one. It can be the tiniest one. It could even be listening to this again, and actually just soaking up what I was saying when it comes to the seasons and animals in our life, and nothing being in full bloom all the time.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv, and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. This is a conversation with Nicole Jardim. Nicole is what I would call, a period wizard, in terms of helping women repair their periods and get to that stage of having really healthy menstrual cycles. She is a certified women's health coach, a writer, speaker, and mentor.  She is the creator of Fixed Your Period. a series of programs that empower women and menstruators to reclaim their health in a really positive way. She is the co-author of Happy Balance, a recipe book with 80+ hormone-balancing recipes. And if that is not enough to fill her time, she hosts her own podcast called the Period Party. She uses a method that combines evidence-based info and simplicity and SAS, this is why we love her. Her work has impacted the lives of tens of thousands of women all around the world, helping with period problems, PMS, irregular cycles, PCOM, painful, heavy periods, missing periods and so much more. What I really love about Nicole's work is, that rather than just treating problems or the symptoms, she works with women to help to address the root cause of what's really going on physically, mentally, and emotionally. She believes that these are the fundamentals to heal hormonal balances that are happening in our body and this is something we are in complete agreement on. You can find links to Nicole Jardim’s multi-platform publishings, as well as social / websites below in the ‘Connect with us’ section of the show notes. You will also find below-linked info about our partners and recommended products to try. If you have a question for me and my team, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Nicole Jardim Jenn’s seasonal recommendations  Hemorrhagic menorrhagia  If I could help myself, maybe I can help others Connecting the dots Our menstrual cycles are not a design flaw Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Pain is pain and should be treated as such Diet is the bedrock for healthy cycles Pandemic Periods Understanding what your maximum tension is Nicole’s tangible advice and resources Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. To connect with Nicole Jardim and find direct links to her programs, go to her website https://nicolejardim.com. To listen to the Period Party podcast, https://nicolejardim.com/podcast/  To find details on Fixed Your Period, follow the link here https://nicolejardim.com/about/ and The Happy Balance Recipes here. To follow Nicole on social media - Instagram @nicolemjardim and Facebook @nicolemjardim You can connect to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.  Learn more about the products I recommend and some of our amazing partners  Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. Pure is a gentle cleanser that has been specifically designed to effectively clean the skin without leaving it feeling dried or damaged. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you, and good for the planet. Use code JENNPIKE at check out and save 10% off your first order  Saint Francis Herb Farm PMS Support is a tincture formula that features a classically effective blend of herbs best suited to provide women with the natural hormone balance they need in dealing with PMS. You can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Quotes “You can have a conversation with your practitioner about what is going on because bleeding doesn't happen for no reason. Hemorrhagic menorrhagia does not happen for no reason” “When to my mom’s gynecologist and she said, Oh, I think I'll just put you on the pill. And this should take care of all of it, you know, in one fell swoop. And it actually does do that right away, you start to feel better, your periods lighten up and they're not as heavy, they're less painful and regular. And that's what happened to me. And then I started having all these side effects from being on the pill, which does happen.” “ Finally I went to school to learn this stuff because I thought - if I could help myself, maybe I can help other people too.” “The other thing that is often overlooked is progesterone, estrogen, testosterone. These hormones that are produced because of ovulation are so critical to our overall health.” “This just becomes a ubiquitous part of a woman's health journey. Is she just stumbles from one suppressive form to the next masking it as she goes” “And I fundamentally believe that our bodies were not created in such a way that we would be miserable for one or two weeks, every single cycle, because our menstrual cycles, in my opinion, are not this design flaw.” “I want everyone to know that what you experience shouldn't feel negative and it really shouldn't disrupt your life.” “I find it fascinating that pain in any other part of your body is taken seriously, generally speaking by medical doctors and practitioners. However, period pain, when you have pain in your uterus, that's not taken seriously at all. That's just like, Oh, that's totally normal. So how have we normalized pain as it relates to our menstrual cycle and our uterus.” “Diet is the bedrock. It's the foundation for healthy or unhealthy periods and it's not just our periods. Right. It's really how we feel all month long and particularly how we feel in those one to two weeks before our periods...I think that that's the first and mostly the easiest place that people can start with, just by bringing in more food that is nutrient-dense and is going to support ovarian function.” “Pandemic Periods - I think about the collective stress that we're all experiencing that is basically never happened before” “How do you Nicole, create more simplicity and ease? ...it's really living in tandem with my cycle, in my opinion, it's the best tool that we have to create more of this simplicity and ease in our lives because we all work really hard to do the things that we do.” Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv, and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, we will be delving further into what we discussed last Thursday on the episode ‘Distilling Our Thoughts’ discussing tune-ins weekly, monthly and quarterly.  It is no easy task sometimes to distill down our thoughts, so I hope that this deeper dive into what I do for myself through weekly power pauses and utilizing my journal as a landing page for my thoughts, helps you and can support you on your journey.  If you haven’t yet listened to Part One of this topic, please feel free to pause this episode, go listen to Distilling our Thoughts linked here and then join us back on this episode to dive further. Links and resources mentioned in this episode will be shared in the Online Work with Jenn section of these show notes. Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: Refresh of Distilling Our Thoughts Part One Think of your journal as a landing page for your thoughts Power pause  Elimination, take action, delegation, and automation. Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  Please do not hesitate to book in a call with one of our team via https://jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  To book a discovery call via email or send us a question you have, send it to hello@jennpike.com, and I or a member of my wonderful team will reach out to you.  You can connect to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  Quotes:  “A Lot of the time, what my journal will provide for me a landing page. It's a blank page, pen to paper, and it's where I literally take anything and everything that is occupying space in my head. And in my heart and I just barf it out onto the page, through my pen, and seeing it helps me to not feel it all. And when I can look at it, then what I'm able to do is break it down into four categories - elimination, take action, delegation, and automation.” “Really figure out what can get done because you do not actually have an infinite amount of energy and time. You have a finite amount of energy and time. If we're talking in the literal sense of your minutes and hours and days in a week.” “I can't do everything all at once. And so I will put it in my eliminate for now pile. And if it continues to show up in my brain dump month, over month, and year over year, then that's a passion project. That's no longer just a goal that I have. It's actually something that means a lot to me and I want to bring it to life. And that's pretty much how every single thing I've ever created in my business over the years has happened.” “I call this a power pause for myself. It has helped my brain. And my nervous system so much. And when I start to feel myself kind of sliding back over into my old habits, which for me, it's very easy to take on way more, especially in my follicular and arbitrary phase. It's super easy to say yes to everything and everyone, I come back to these pages that I fill out every weekend.” Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project.   Robyn Srigley aka The Hormone Diva joins me on the podcast today. Robyn is a Certified Nutritional Practitioner guiding women to balance hormones, build healthy menstrual cycles and create strong metabolisms. Robyn’s own experience with PCOS and hypothyroidism jumpstarted her passion for supporting women to reverse their symptoms naturally, build confidence and live life on their own terms.   Robyn tells Jenn about her experience with navigating the after effects of getting off birth control and being diagnosed with PCOS and hypothyroidism. She discusses how nutrition is a critical role in being healthy and how a healthy reproductive system is a great sign of health whether you are trying to get pregnant or not.    You can find links to Robyn Srigley, as well as social / websites below in the ‘Connect with us’ section of the show notes. You will also find below linked info about our partners and recommended products to try.   If you have a question for me and my team, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Robyn’s PCOS diagnosis Robyn’s DIY journey to recovery  How low carb diets can affect your body Reproductive health is a sign of women’s health Eat for the right nutrients Do the Dutch test at the right time When to know you are ovulating     Connect with Robyn Srigley   Website: http://www.thehormonediva.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehormonediva Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thehormonediva  Free Email Series: https://thehormonediva.ck.page/1fdc076968   Connect with us -    Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful.   To connect with Jennifer van Barneveld-Pe, sign up for a one-on-one and find direct links to her programs, go to her website https://www.coachjvb.com.  To listen to the Find Your Strong podcast, https://www.coachjvb.com/category/podcast/.  To subscribe to the Strong Fitness Magazine, follow the link here https://www.strongfitnessmag.com  To follow Jennifer on social media - Instagram @coach_JVB and Twitter @coach_JVB   You can connect to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community.   Online work with Jenn:    Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/    To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link i’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.    Learn more about the products I recommend and some of our amazing partners    Skin Essence Organics is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. There are certain products from Skin Essence that I used in my skin care that I adores in Question 1 during the episode. Fresh is a product that is like nutrition for your skin as it helps remove the impurities, even makeup, from your skin without hurting it. I pump a dime-sized amount in my hand, add a little water, and then massage all in my skin everywhere, even down my neck.  Fresh is antioxidant rich and used to tone and clarify skin, which helps with your breakouts because it helps maintain your skin’s natural pH balance. For a toner I use a mixture of Doterra oils and add Frankincense, helichrysum, lavender, and geranium in a spritz bottle for my face.  I roll a little bit of Emortel and Frankincense roller Baum anywhere where I might have any scars from previous breakouts or wrinkles.  Finally I apple a light oil from Skin Essence that is called light or soothe or Rose hip.  If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that.  Saint Francis Herb Farm provides some of the products for treating Poison Ivy that my son got the other week. I used two different things: 1) Vitamin E cream, which its good to have in any home that has kids or anyone that works with their hands where there is a chance to get scraped or have small cuts; and 2) Rose Hip Oil was added to an Amber bottle where I added eucalyptus, peppermint, lavender, and frankincense (5 drops of each oil in a 30 mL bottle of Rose Hip oil. I put this on my son morning and night and it made such a huge difference.  Another tip of treating Poison Ivy is ice packs. A couple of velcro ice packs placed in the areas that were really itchy decreased the itching helped a great deal. You can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. doTERRA oils are used to answer the last question in today’s episode: What do I use to freshen my laundry. First of all, I don’t use fabric softener or Downy sheets was they are carcinogens, respiratory triggers, and skin irritants. They are also loaded with Reno estrogens, which impact your endocrine system. I do use dryer balls made of wool from GoodJuju. Use code JENNPIKE at check out and save 10% off your first order. I combine the dryer balls with deTERRA essential oils. I love lemon, grapefruit, wild orange, or lavender. I pop those in there and it makes the clothes smell fresh.     Quotes   “what they offered me was. Go back on birth control, lose weight. Take Metformin. I decided I didn't want to do any of that. I was at a healthy weight. I should say that I was not overweight by any means. I did not need to lose weight, but that's one of their kind of blanket, pieces of advice that they'll give. And so I decided to start my own journey of trying to heal this naturally.” “And my periods started to come more often. From 60 days to like 45 days, 35 days. And I was getting them every like 28 to 32 days. It took some time. I'm not saying this happened overnight by any means, but this was over the period of like a year or two. And it was that focus on creating safety in my body physically, as well as mentally, emotionally that made those changes.” “You said that this is how reproduction is actually happening in our body, whether you want to get pregnant or not. And here's what we're not taught as women you obviating and having the ability to conceive is not just about procreation. It is actually a marker of your longevity of health.” “are you just focusing on convenience? With your food or are you actually trying to find the stuff that's most nutrient dense? And sometimes that goes against the grain of like, um, you know, protein shakes for breakfast every day, or like meal replacement, bars and stuff like that. Like, those things have their place, right?…how can we switch that into something that's maybe equally as convenient, but has like a lot more nutrient density.” “…so many women are like, Oh, I don't eat breakfast because I'm just not hungry yet. So I don't eat, but if you don't give your body that consistent fuel, then it's going to go into that fight or flight mode…” Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, we will be discussing journaling and weekly tune-ins. It can be really difficult sometimes to distill down our thoughts. To have the focus, to understand some of the more important things that we could be doing for ourselves in order to feel our best and then have the energy, the cognition, and the fortitude to want to move forward towards some of the goals and intentions that we set for ourselves. And so what I created for myself is actually what is referred to as my weekly tune-ins. And I use this as a tool with the women that I mentor inside of the Audacious Woman, which is a year-long mentorship that I started just this past year. In today’s episode, I will take you through weekly tune-ins verbally so please feel free to take a moment to grab some paper and take notes throughout. Links and resources mentioned in this episode will be shared in the Online Work with Jenn section of these show notes. Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: Journaling Introduction to Weekly Tune-Ins Cycle sinking What you focus on expands The environment around you Tapping into your heart and feelings What is your joy point? What are your boundaries? Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! Please do not hesitate to book a call with one of our team via https://jennpike.com/thehormoneproject To book a discovery call via email or send us a question you have, send it to hello@jennpike.com, and I or a member of my wonderful team will reach out to you. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community Online work with Jenn: Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ Quotes: “It can be really difficult sometimes to distill down our thoughts. To have the focus, to understand some of the more important things that we could be doing for ourselves in order to feel our best and then have the energy, the cognition, and the fortitude to want to move forward towards some of the goals and intentions that we set for ourselves.” “So the very first thing that I do is I ask myself, how can I support my body this week? And then what I'll do is I'll take a look at what's happening in my calendar.” “I move my body for me as a woman completely based on my cycle. So I do cycle sinking and that's what. Sanct, my online membership studio is all about, so everything I do, I come back to looking at not my work calendar or my family's calendar, I look at my own body.” “Second thing I do is think about this from my mind. What you focus on expands. So how can you support your mind this week to channel your energy into focus and to clarity and to a priority? ...How can I support, you know, this, this jungle gym between my ears.” “The next thing I tap into is my heart. I asked myself, how am I feeling? How are you feeling?, that you are allowed to feel the things that you're feeling genuinely and wholeheartedly and how you're feeling allows you to express or acknowledge your feelings. “How could you fit more of you into this week? And I think sometimes if you look at it in regards to the week, as opposed to every single day” “ Our purpose is not to be here for everyone and everything else” Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.         

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. This is a conversation with Jennifer van Barneveld-Pe. Jenny is known as Coach JVB and is a renowned body transformation specialist. She is the newly appointed President of Strong Fitness Magazine and a three-time fitness cover model. Jenny entered the fitness industry from humble beginnings and has had her fair share of struggles but she has persevered and is making a huge mark on the industry. Jenny’s journey is a powerful one; she has battled through an eating disorder, suffered multiple miscarriages, and almost had to file for bankruptcy. Her quest to heal herself led to her forming her company, JVC Strong Girls, which is a community of women that help other women ascend their lives to new heights. She truly believes that fitness is a vessel to help women feel strong and confident and empowered in their bodies and their lives. In 2021, Jennifer started the Find Your Strong podcast. Her podcast is about life transformation because physical transformation is only part of it. She talks about mental strength, confidence, and emotional empowerment. All that happens when you start to take better care of yourself. So each week she delivers an inspirational guest, story, or a pep talk from myself on how to build stronger bodies, stronger minds, and stronger relationships. You can find links to Jennifer van Barneveld-Pe’s multi-platform publishings, as well as social / websites below in the ‘Connect with us section of the show notes. You will also find below-linked info about our partners and recommended products to try. If you have a question for me and my team, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Jennifer van Barneveld-Pe Jenn’s seasonal recommendations Learning how to fuel my body, my mind, and my soul Nutrition and wellbeing strategy Strong Girls Method Find Your Strong platforms Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. To connect with Jennifer van Barneveld-Pe, sign up for a one-on-one and find direct links to her programs, go to her website https://www.coachjvb.com. To listen to the Find Your Strong podcast, https://www.coachjvb.com/category/podcast/. To subscribe to the Strong Fitness Magazine, follow the link here https://www.strongfitnessmag.com To follow Jennifer on social media - Instagram @coach_JVB and Twitter @coach_JVB You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn: Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products I recommend and some of our amazing partners Saint Francis Herb Farm PMS Support is a tincture formula that features a classically effective blend of herbs best suited to provide women with the natural hormone balance they need in dealing with PMS. You can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you, and good for the planet. Use code JENNPIKE at check out and save 10% off your first order Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. The Facial in a Jar helps achieve smooth, vibrant skin by removing dead skin cells that clog pores and form blackheads. Exfoliating regularly improves skin’s elasticity and has the ability to absorb moisture and retain rich nutrients. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that. Quotes “I truly believe that fitness is a vessel to help women feel strong, confident, and empowered in their bodies and their lives.” “I really need to learn a way that is healthier for me, my body, my mind, my soul. And that's when I went back to school for holistic nutrition. And I really learned how to fuel my body properly and not to be scared of food” “We're always going to experience ups and downs in life and it's, and it's about recognizing that and really giving yourself the permission to go through it” “The Find Your Strong podcast is about life transformation because the physical transformation is only part of it. We talk about mental strength, confidence, emotional empowerment. All that happens when you start to take better care of yourself. So each week I'll deliver an inspirational guest, story, or a pep talk from myself on how to build stronger bodies, stronger minds, and stronger relationships.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, we will be discussing testosterone, how to test for high and low testosterone levels, and triggers to be aware of. We will delve into how to support yourself via sleep, stress reduction, lifestyle, and environment, as well as nutrition and supplementation.  I do want to preface this episode by stating that we are talking in general terms today, that it is important for you to test first to understand what is going on with your testosterone levels. This episode will support you in taking some of these questions or info back to your practitioner that you are working with, or if you want to work with my team to help you understand, please reach out to us via the contact information shared in these show notes.  Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: Testing Testosterone  The high and low of testosterone This is a marathon, not a sprint Triggers to be aware of Prioritizing your sleep and your stress Lifestyle and environment Supporting your digestive system General education on intelligent supplementation Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  If you would like to understand what is going on with your testosterone, please do not hesitate to book a call with one of our team via https://jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  To book a discovery call via email or send us a question you have, send it to hello@jennpike.com, and I or a member of my wonderful team will reach out to you.  You can connect to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “IMPORTANT - I want you to understand that we're talking general terms today, but you want to take some of these questions or info back to your practitioner that you are working with, or you want to work with one of us on our team to help you so let's understand what it is that's going on” “This is not something that you can guess, you should most definitely test. And now there are two ways to test your testosterone. You can do it through your blood work and discover what your serum testosterone is. And then you can also do the Dutch test, I actually recommend both.”  “In the blood, we're going to see the amount of testosterone freely circulating. Remember it is like a snapshot. It's like a selfie of what's going on in that moment with the amount of testosterone that you have available. But what the Dutch tell us is that plus how you actually metabolize, how you break this down or attempt to break it down and which pathway it gets moved in your body.” “Making sure you're getting an optimal amount of nutrients into your system, specifically for testosterone - we're looking at things like zinc, methylated B vitamins, magnesium, selenium, making sure your iodine is healthy enough (this is also really important for your thyroid), Iron, Vitamin C and getting enough protein, supporting your cholesterol as well.” “Prioritize your sleep and your stress.” “Disclaimer - The other thing is making sure that you are supplementing intelligently. Now again, I'm giving you general education. I don't know you. So I'm going to talk to you about a couple of different supplements that can be used to increase, but you're not going to do any of these unless you've done a test and you're working with someone” “Whether we're trying to increase or decrease our things like adaptogens, the adrenals need to be supported in order for your hormones to be supported, the liver needs to be supported.  Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. This is a conversation with Dr. Lara Briden, naturopathic doctor, women’s health activist, and best-selling author of Period Repair Manual and Hormone Repair Manual which provides practical solutions for period and hormone problems. Lara is also lead author of a 2020 medicinal journal peer-reviewed paper which we will link in the show notes. Her newest book, Hormone Repair Manual delves into Perimenopause, how to prepare your body and how to understand the changes that you're going to go through. Lara is currently consulting in Christchurch, New Zealand, working to provide solutions for conditions such as PCOS, PMS, Endometriosis, and Perimenopause. You can find links to Dr. Lara Briden’s multi-platform publishings, as well as social / websites below in the ‘Connect with us’ section of the show notes. You will also find below-linked info about our partners and recommended products to try. If you have a question for me and my team, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Dr. Lara Briden Jenn’s seasonal recommendations What is Perimenopause? and the emotional terrain Puberty perceptions - ‘Age is but a number’ Four phases of perimenopause Natural cycles, contraceptives and hormone therapy Hormonal vs copper IUD How we can support ourselves through each phase Recommendations Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. To connect with Dr. Lara Briden and find direct links to read her books, Period Repair Manual and Hormone Repair Manual, as well as her peer-reviewed paper, go to her website https://larabriden.com. To follow Lara - Instagram @larabriden and Twitter @LaraBriden You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn: Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products I recommend and some of our amazing partners Saint Francis Herb Farm Sinafect for acute sinusitis and nasal allergies. And while Sinafect® is recommended for allergy-related acute sinusitis, Oréganum Plus plays a key role in treating chronic sinusitis. You can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Saint Francis Herb Farm Allergy Relief with Deep Immune provides symptom relief plus addresses the underlying cause of an overactive immune system without drowsiness or dryness side-effects. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. The E-cream is a delicately balanced skin balm that contains a wide variety of plant extracts that offer excellent calming, soothing, and anti-inflammatory benefits. E-Cream is ideal for helping to soothe and reduce the effects of eczema, redness, sunburns, insect bites, and dry/itchy skin. The extracts and essential oils used in the Light Oil formula contain natural healing, anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, which help to keep the skin clean and clear, preventing breakouts. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that. GoodJuju makes all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you, and good for the planet. Use code JENNPIKE at check out and save 10% off your first order Quotes “Perimenopause is what I call in my book, Second puberty as it's a time of transition...It's temporary, It's not about aging. It's actually just a hormonal event that we're hardwired to do.” “I look at these transitionary years - perimenopause into menopause as being some of the wisest that we could be living with the most wisdom of our bodies and really like how much we can gain from that.” “The test for premature or primary ovarian insufficiency is a high FSH reading on a couple of, at least a month apart, two readings over 40. “Having your uterus removed, doesn't bring menopause. There's no periods, obviously, because there's no uterus, but there's still all this PMS or definitely women still go through the normal high estrogen phases of perimenopause, even if they don't have a uterus, which I think is an important part of the conversation because a lot of women have this surgery and are not actually told that that is the case.” “ Phase One ...The assessment for perimenopause is to have three out of nine symptoms (listed in my book) because there is no blood test or otherwise that can diagnose perimenopause.” “Phase Two is when you start to get irregularity, more than usual in your cycle” “Phase Three is when women start to have their first big gaps, like they might go at least 60 days without having a period that's phase three and each phase can last a few years.” “Phase Four is when you've had what you think might be your final period.” “The first two phases are a time of basically high fluctuating estrogen and very little progesterone or relatively little progesterone. And then phase three and four, the phase of more lower estrogen and also lower progesterone and a shift to insulin resistance” “...the official guidance, and I think this is accurate is if you've been more than a year without a period, and then you do get some bleeding, you should check with your doctor” “ How we actually can be supporting and setting our bodies up for moving through these different phases and the transition feeling more supportive, as opposed to like somebody just pulled the rug out from underneath us, which I think is what happens unfortunately, to so many women. And so you talk in the book about insulin resistance, about supporting our nervous system, our relationship to our circadian rhythm and, too light and dark,and really taking care of ourselves, food wise and with supplements.” “So in the later phases of perimenopause when estrogen starts to go down in phase three and four, we, most of us shift to reduced insulin sensitivity, because estrogen in particular enhances insulin sensitivities. It’s just part of the process.” “ Now is the time actually, especially in the later phases of perimenopause, now is the time. If you have any capacity to do it, you know, to carve out some more space for movement, for sleep, for rest, because if you do it now, then you improve your chances of having vital health into your fifties, sixties, and seventies” “Reducing, removing the alcohol is really important” “The circadian rhythm part of the brain, which is a part of the brain in the hypothalamus is affected very much by menopause and perimenopause. Which is one of the reasons sleep disturbance is common in perimenopause.” “I would say the combination of magnesium tarring, bright light in the morning and no alcohol for 50% of those women, that's all they have to do. They don't even have to go as far as progesterone or estrogen or anything like that. So the results can be quite dramatic actually. With just a few simple interventions and lifestyle being the base and the foundation of that” “Dementia starts around the time of our last period. And it's really to do with this rewiring of the brain. It's an energy crisis of the brain when estrogen drops, our brain energy drops by 25%, which sounds bad, it doesn't feel great. So the different ways to mitigate that, I think estrogen can mitigate that to some extent, estrogen therapy. Also other ways would be to not have insulin resistance, like to identify it and reverse it. I really can't emphasize enough now is the time to do that. And it's for brain health, long-term potentially plus for all the other things, but that's, for me, that's a big motivator.” “ What can happen with perimenopause is actually about the recalibration of the immune system and the loss of progesterone and how that increases our risk of auto-immune disease, similar to postpartum flare of autoimmune thyroid disease.” “ We want to make sure that we are actually feeding and nourishing and supporting our bodies.” “Magnesium and taurine is my baseline. That's part of what I call the basic action plan for the rewiring of the brain. Beyond that, of course, it's going to be other things looking at B vitamins, especially B12, in which B12 deficiency is not uncommon and really needs to be identified. I talk about zinc and its benefits for particularly the hippocampus and the stress response system.”

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this Simplicity Bite, we will be discussing bowel movements, more specifically constipation. Constipation affects a range of bodily functions due to the interconnected nature of our gut. A lack of daily bowel movements can cause symptoms including inflammation, estrogen dominance, headaches, low energy, and acne. Therefore it is important to induce regular bowel movements as it is a key indicator of our overall health. Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: What is constipation?  At what frequency should we have bowel movements Digestive Reset A key identifying tool of our health (present and past tense) What are you putting into your body? Hydration, Adrenal and Thyroid function Jenn’s digestion support recommendations Taking the time to connect the dots Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  If you are struggling and you feel more confused than you did before, please do not hesitate to book in a call with one of our team via https://jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  To book a discovery call via email or send us a question you have, send it to hello@jennpike.com, and I or a member of my wonderful team will reach out to you.  You can connect to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community. Learn more about the products I recommend: Saint Francis Herb Farm Bitters for Naturally Strong Digestion. You can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “ If you are not having a bowel movement at least once a day, then you are constipated.” “If you are constipated, this is what can contribute to some of the symptoms like inflammation, estrogen dominance - PMS, symptoms, headaches, weight, gain, and toxicity in general.” “The gut is connected to everything in your body. And this is really going to present some different health symptoms if we don't start to get things actually moving.” “If you're eating all the time, right, like you never stop eating, this actually can slow down your migrating motor complex and impact your mobility.” “ When you're under a tremendous amount of stress, this actually shunts both the blood and the hydrochloric acid and the enzymes in your gut away from being able to effectively and efficiently break your food down. This then can lead to things like SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth).” “Starting to simply observe what it is that your habits are and then how your body responds can be a really powerful way to potentially heal yourself to change some of the things that are causing some of the problems.” “Take into account some of the things that I've chatted with you about today, maybe it's a great opportunity for you to sit down and create that timeline for yourself and start to connect some of the dots so that you can determine what some of the best suggestions that I gave you are to start with today.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. This is a conversation with Fitness industry leader, Tommy Caldwell, best-selling author of Heavy Brain and creator of the MetFlex-Rx Diet. He is also the founder of Hybrid Fitness - Canada’s largest independent fitness facility. Tommy is here today to talk to us about the struggles we all face to meet our health, fitness, and performance goals and delve into understanding what motivates our actions and inactions. He will share with us resiliency strategies built from proven techniques of discipline and mindset, as well as resources to support each of us on our journey. As a performance coach with a specialization in habit and behavior change for fitness, Tommy has worked with thousands of clients, over the past decade, helping them to bridge that gap between their intention and the action to reach those elusive health and fitness goals. You can find links to Tommy Caldwell’s multi-platform publishings, as well as social / websites at the bottom of the show notes. You will also find linked info about our partners and recommended products to try. If you have a question for me and my team, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Tommy Caldwell Jenn’s seasonal recommendations  Understanding our motivations for both action and inaction Emotional sensitivities  Building a resiliency mindset  The cyclical nature of reactive responses What’s done is done. What are you going to do now?  Underlying emotions  Changing the environment where the behaviour lives Resources  Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. Follow Tommy on Instagram @tcfitnessmentor and Twitter @hybridtraining  To connect with Tommy Caldwell and find direct links to read and/or listen to his books, Heavy Brain and MetFlex-Rx Diet. go to his website https://tommycaldwell.net  To access his Podcasts, The Fitness Mentor Podcast and The Beyond Your Body Podcast, follow this link https://tommycaldwell.net/podcasts/  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link i’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.  Learn more about the products I recommend and some of our amazing partners  Saint Francis Herb Farm Allergy Relief with Deep Immune  provides symptom relief plus addresses the underlying cause of an overactive immune system without drowsiness or dryness side-effects.You can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. The E-cream is a delicately balanced skin balm that contains a wide variety of plant extracts which offer excellent calming, soothing and anti-inflammatory benefits. E-Cream is ideal for helping to soothe and reduce the effects of eczema, redness, sun burns, insect bites, and dry/itchy skin. If it’s your first time ordering from Skin Essence, use my code JENNPIKE20 for 20% off. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order for every order after that. GoodJuju make all-natural, plastic-free home & body products that are good for you, and good for the planet. Use code JENNPIKE at check out and save 10% off your first order  Quotes “I started down the road of understanding. The emotional, psychological connection between a person, what a person wants to do and what a person is able to do and learning why it's so difficult for someone to bridge that gap, because everyone knows what unhealthy eating looks like in their own life.” “ In my opinion, I think there's too much information. So for the average individual, you don't know how to discern what you actually need or how to then apply it into your life.” “If you can be resilient and stay positive. And just when you slip and fall, just pick yourself back up and go, okay, that happened. And this is why it happened. And it's not the end of the world. And I'm just going to pick myself back up tomorrow. That person is eventually going to succeed, whether it's six months, one year, five years, but managing that mindset is the trick.” “The more reactive you are, the less time you give yourself to assess what's going on, what you're feeling and how you should react. Just asking simple questions.” That is the best opportunity to stop and be curious because what's done is done. There's no point in holding it against yourself. What you need to do is now reflect on that moment, in that situation in a positive way. So you can actually get something out of it in the future. And that's just what I tell people what's done is done. Get something out of it. So what was it, what was the chain of events that led to that consequential behavior?” “Pick little things you can change and manage that give you a feeling of self control, that gives you the psychological reward of - I've identified the problem, I've picked how I'm going to manage it and I'm just baby-stepping. So I just made a little augmentation to my routine and I can do this consistently. And once you can prove to yourself that you can make those little changes for a few weeks. Now, you can make the next change.”  “We've had to step into a place of radical resiliency on many levels, right? Like in our, in the economy, in work and finance and our relationships, all of it. I think actually the one area that we really, we could have used the most help in this year, which is the understanding of our health and how to be healthy”  “Changing the environment where the behavior usually lives. And if it's on the couch in front of the TV, go for a walk for 20 minutes or do some yoga in another room because just doing that can number one, break up the pattern. And number two, give you the time and space in order to really assess what you're going to do when you return and it doesn't have to be perfect and it doesn't have to change everything, but you'll find when you have those little gaps and those changes in the habit and routine that you're so used to the leads to the same outcome, it gives you the time and space to manage that part of your day differently.” “How your actions affect your mind in the aftermath is going to determine your future habits and behaviors, which over time will determine the outcomes in your health. So it all starts in the mind and how you manage those, those difficult times, because difficult times aren't going to go away.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children. 

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, we will be discussing stress hormones, the associated symptoms and how they can make us feel. We will look to understand how stress presents itself in our own bodies and through this understanding, start to take back control and take care of ourselves - physically, mentally and emotionally.   Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: What is cortisol?  The associated eb and flow of this hormone How stress can affect you - physically, mentally and emotionally Your adrenals are your bodies SWAT team Low cortisol levels vs High cortisol How to test and assess your adrenal levels Advice you can start using today Vagal nerve exercises and parasympathetic work for your body  The importance of sleep, hydration and balanced nutrition Sensory stimulants - positive and negative  Adaptogens Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  If you are struggling and you feel more confused than you did before, please do not hesitate to book in a call with one of our team via https://jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  To book a discovery call via email or send us a question you have, send it to hello@jennpike.com and myself or a member of my wonderful team will reach out to you.  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “We need cortisol. It plays massive essential functions in our body, and it's only when things start to go sideways that that's when the chaos actually starts to happen.” “Your cortisol is made by your adrenal glands, which sit on top of the kidneys. You have two adrenal glands and they are supporting your blood sugar regulation. They're supporting your metabolic function. They're helping to reduce inflammation, helping to control your blood pressure. Forming memories, helping with your brain function.” “If you've read my book The Simplicity Project, I talk about this and I always give the same example that your adrenals are your body SWAT team, meaning they don't work 24 seven. They're not on call all the time. They get called in when s*** hits the fan. When it is go time. We need the best of the best.” “When you have really low cortisol or you have symptoms of low cortisol, you might be the person that is feeling like you are tired all the time. Right? This is chronic fatigue.” “Women with high cortisol...They tend to have higher blood sugar, which also contributes to that weight gain around the belly, the insulin resistance. The body has become less sensitive to utilizing and producing an uptaking insulin in the body.” “When we're talking about the adrenals, running a Dutch test would be really beneficial. This can be a useful place to start to properly assess what might be going on. That's something that we do inside The Hormone Project. You can also just book and get on the phone with one of our team members and do a hormone project discovery call.” “The first thing I want you to remember is that cortisol is high or low for a reason. Okay. And so we're trying to identify what is the trigger?”  “Sleep has a massive impact on our adrenals and on our nervous system as a whole.”  “The other thing, ladies, you need to eat food. You need to stop dieting and stop abusing fasting. Your cortisol levels need balanced blood sugar and adequate micronutrients.”  “ Unregulated blood sugar equates to unregulated adrenals.” “Using blue light blockers at night is a really big one so that you can decrease your exposure to blue light. There is a free app you can download onto your devices called FLUX.” “I’ve been using an Aura ring for years now. It tracks things like your sleep and your steps, but more importantly, your heart rate variability and can give you indications about your readiness and how rested you are. And how your body is really doing.” “If you are struggling and you feel more confused than you did before, please do not hesitate to book in a call with one of our team via https://jennpike.com/thehormoneproject”  Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. This is a conversation with the wonderful Phoebe Lapine about SIBO (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth). We discuss her own struggles with SIBO, the signs, and symptoms to look for, how to test for SIBO and simplify it. We also talk through various treatments that are available, both Western medicine-based and holistic that you could tap into. If you’re not already aware of Phoebe Lapine, she is a Food and Health writer,  a gluten-free chef, and the voice behind the Award-winning blog FeedMePhoebe. She was named by Women's Health magazine as a top nutrition read of 2017, as well as 1 of 100 women to watch in Wellness by Mind Body Green. Her debut memoir, The Wellness Project, chronicles her journey with the autoimmune disease, Hashimoto's thyroiditis which we discussed in detail in an episode of Simplicity Sessions on April 8th. She is the host of the SIBO Made Simple podcast and the author of the book, SIBO Made Simple, which helps those newly diagnosed or chronically fighting small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. You can find links to Phoebe Lapine’s multi-platform publishings, as well as social / websites at the bottom of the show notes. You will also find linked info about our partners and recommended products to try. If you have a question for me and my team, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice. Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Phoebe Lapine Jenn’s seasonal recommendations Diagnosis of Hashimoto’s thyroiditis How it all began - The Wellness Project, the SIBO Made Simple podcast, and blog. Interconnection and age profiles of SIBO Variance in how SIBO manifests person to person and underlying causes Signs and symptoms of SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) How to test for SIBO and simplify it. How to find Phoebe Lapine’s blog, book, recipes, and podcast (linked below in show notes) Connect with us - Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. You can connect with Phoebe Lapine via her website https://feedmephoebe.com To listen to SIBO Made Simple podcast, find it here on iTunes, Stitcher, and Google Play. To read her book, The Wellness Project and SIBO Made Simple, follow the link here https://feedmephoebe.com/book/ You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn: Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach. Learn more about the products I recommend and some of our amazing partners Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. The E-cream is a delicately balanced skin balm that contains a wide variety of plant extracts that offer excellent calming, soothing, and anti-inflammatory benefits. E-Cream is ideal for helping to soothe and reduce the effects of eczema, redness, sunburns, insect bites, and dry/itchy skin. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Garden of Life’s mykind Organics Collagen Peptides, Grass-fed & pasture-raised, with probiotics and powerful organic plant-based ingredients. It’s such an easy way to add collagen to your daily diet. Saint Francis Herb Farm Hepato DR supports liver function and helps to remove the body’s accumulated waste products. You can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. COOLA from the Detox Market is an Environmental repair with radical recovery After-Sun Lotion Quotes “The Hashimoto's SIBO connection was fascinating to me, not things that I ever truly understood before.” “The interesting thing about SIBO is because the food poisoning part is very insidious because it is this kind of two-day experience. And then most people are feeling okay afterward but because of what happens in the gut and it's kind of actually an acute case of auto-immunity, where your immune system in the process of attacking whatever pathogen has come in accidentally attacks the nerve cells in your migrating motor complex, which is the heart of all of SIBO.” “It really just depends on you. There is a very diverse toolkit and lots of options, and unfortunately, some people do need all of those options in order to kind of hone in on the one that resonates or on the combination of things that resonates because the bacteria in your gut are incredibly diverse.” “IBS is the most prevalent gastrointestinal diagnosis in the world” “Where people kind of get too bogged down in thinking that CBO is kind of a disease and how do I get rid of CBO? When in reality you should be asking the questions of why did I get CBO? What it is and what it isn't.” “There had to be a vulnerability and a catalyst. And then you bring those two together and now here we are, or all your vulnerabilities just eventually added up right over time.” “The hallmark would be the consistency. So, you know, kind of feeling that way and the bloat every time you eat, waking up with a flat stomach, but as soon as you eat breakfast, that changes” “Primary test is something called a breath test.” “Start to pay attention, you will know. What is actually really irritating your body, it is the most compelling thing to get you to make a change” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, we will be discussing managing Insulin and stabilizing your glucose. Let’s begin by talking through the benefits of stable blood sugar and glucose, the long-term health outcomes, and then we will delve in even further.   Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: Benefits of stable blood sugar and glucose Cravings and the cyclical nature of unbalanced nutrition Steadier mood, restful sleep, brain fog, and overall mental health Impact on the immune system Hormonal imbalances The interplay between your microbiome, your gut, and your metabolic health. Lifestyle and daily meal structures Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  If you have a question, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share my insights, thoughts, and advice. You can connect to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “it's not about the highs and the lows. It's trying to find this homeostasis and maintaining a level that helps to maintain steady energy levels.” “First of all the immediate benefits. Number one, you are going to notice a decrease in your cravings. When your blood sugar is stable and balanced, you're going to notice an increase in your energy. You are going to have a steadier mood, a more restful sleep way, less brain fog. You're going to feel a whole lot sharper. So you're going to feel clear in your mind. Your skin is also going to feel and look more clear. You will have less weight gain, less inflammation, overall, a much stronger stable immune system and balanced hormones and a healthier gut will be a far more realistic intention to create for yourself and goal to achieve.” “The long-term benefits are you are working towards preventing heart disease, preventing insulin resistance and type two diabetes preventing type three diabetes, which is dementia, which also reduces your risks of Alzheimer's and reducing your cancer risks.” “The relationship between your, your blood sugar levels and your sleep they're cyclical, you have unstable blood sugar. It's going to make it that much more difficult to not only fall asleep but stay asleep. And when you don't get enough sleep, your body becomes less effective at regulating your blood sugar. Meaning that you're going to have higher levels than normal. And go back into that rollercoaster effect.” “Brain fog... You just feel like you're in a fishbowl, right. It's kinda cloudy... Studies have shown and proven the link between dysregulated blood sugar and glucose levels and impaired brain function.” “Managing insulin levels helps...to support clear skin and weight. So when you have elevated insulin levels, it actually increases the activity of your acne-inducing hormones and those pesky cravings. So having a diet or nutritional lifestyle that is focusing on foods that are higher in fiber, lower glycemically, lower in sugar.” “Now, when we talk about things like your gut health and how this is impacted, there's a massive interplay between your microbiome and your gut, and your metabolic health. So your diet, it is impacting the composition literally of your microbiome, which is that ecosystem in your gut. And that in turn is impacting your insulin production. So we have this ability in our body. If everything is running as smoothly as supposed to be, the gut is nice and strong.” “We really want to work at making sure that those of you who have dysregulated blood sugar, who maybe have type two diabetes right now are helping to control your blood sugar and support those glucose levels so that we can decrease your risk of any other issues happening.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children. 

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Let's get to the heart of this episode, this is a conversation with Dr. Diana Driscoll, optometrist and Clinical Director of POTS Care. She is an EDS patient (Ehlers-Danlos syndrome) who recovered from POTS, as have her children. She reached out to me to share her powerful story and I have to say, I learned a lot in this truly impactful episode. I am so glad you have joined us today to hear our conversation. To connect with today’s guest, Dr. Diana Driscoll, and myself, our social / websites are at the bottom of the show notes. You will also find linked info about our partners and recommended products to try. If you have a question for me and my team, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Dr. Diana Driscoll Jenn’s seasonal recommendations Defining Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) Common dismissal of POTS as a diagnosis The Driscoll Theory Delving deeper into the underlying causes and genetics Vastness of symptoms It all starts with Autonomic symptoms Diana and her son’s personal journeys from misdiagnosis to recovery Looking for answers How to find Dr. Diana Driscoll, patents, and research (linked below in show notes)  Connect with us -  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. You can connect with Dr. Diana Driscoll via her website potscare.com.  To learn more about vagus nerve supplement patents, go to https://vagusnervesupport.com, and to read her ground-breaking book, The Driscoll Theory go to https://potscare.com/the-driscoll-theory/ where she talks about high intracranial pressure, abnormal inflammation, vagus nerve problems, and more.  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link i’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.  Learn more about the products I recommend from our amazing partners  Garden of Life’s mykind Organics Collagen Beauty Water, Grass-fed & pasture-raised, with probiotics and powerful organic plant-based ingredients. Great for immune health, skin, hair, and nails. Saint Francis Herb Farm Calendula Vitamin E Cream is an all-purpose topical cream that heals and protects the skin. With calendula - a classic anti-inflammatory wound-healing herb, aloe vera, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory myrrh, and antioxidant vitamin E, my whole family uses this. You can use the code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. The Ocular Eye serum was created specifically for the delicate skin around the eye to help reduce dark circles, puffiness, and fine lines while also serving as a vital protective layer against pollution and the chemicals found in makeup. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Use code JENNPIKE15 at check out and save 15% off your order. Quotes “This is often a misdiagnosed issue going on for so many people and called things like chronic fatigue, or you just have a weak immune system and it's just brain fog. It's just this. And just that. And really it is this combination, this grouping of symptoms that can oftentimes be pushed off as something else.” “Part of what had you dig deeper and be like, there has got to be another reason or not necessarily a reason, but there has to be another way to, to help our bodies move through this and to get stronger. We can't just continue to feel this way.” “I was able to figure out there's a propensity for high intracranial pressure and we needed to bring the pressure down and when we brought the pressure down that was a great help for symptoms but it was still not hitting the underlying problem, but we couldn't ignore it. So I went ahead and released that in a book, The Driscoll Theory, it went worldwide. It was awesome because it changed lives immediately. But we still weren't done.”  “My son, he is a poster child for recovery. This is my greatest victory in life. It really is to get answers for him and to see him doing so well.” “Diana, I believe we all have a divine purpose. This definitely is yours because there's not a lot of people who would be able,12 years down the line, still wake up with that same, not just curiosity, ...but a calm nature..., as well as a certain level of ferrosity” “We just have to keep at it and keep looking for the answers.” “That is crazy hard and crazy that patients have to be the ones to lead the charge. I think it won't always be that hard. Better labels, we’ll know more about genetics and we'll be able to identify these things much earlier with the validation the patient needs and that objectivity that they don't have to fight for the help that they need.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, we will be discussing Adult Acne. We will talk through different causes of acne in adulthood, the purpose of our pores, and the direct correlation between skin issues and imbalances in our nutrition, gut health, and hormones. I will also walk you through the three phases of detoxification relating to gut and liver function, nutritional intake, and breakdown. Given the current reality we are all facing, masks are a big part of our lives so I will be sharing some tips with you on how to take care of your skin in and out of the home.   I want to preface that we are all different and so it is important when listening to this episode, to take from it what connects with you, what resonates. If you have a question, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share my insights, thoughts, and advice. Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: Different possible causes of adult acne Just how common acne is in adulthood We have pores for a reason Call back to our skincare episodes with Skin Essence founder, David Brooke Lifestyle irritants  Direct correlation of skin issues with imbalances in nutrition, gut health, and hormones Three different phases of detoxification Stress breakouts and impact of your mental health on your physical health The importance of good hygiene and a cleansing routine Taking care of your skin before, during, and after wearing a mask Inflammatory foods and leaky gut Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community. Quotes:  “Acne is something that I think so many of us believe only happens when we are in puberty, but it can happen as an adult”  “To preface this episode by saying that every body is different. So as I say, time and time again, I don't know you, your history, your current status, what's going on. So I want you to be able to sit back and take this through a big lens and pull from it what connects with you, and then some of the pieces that don't resonate, then that message is just not for you.” “What we do have to remember is that we have pores for a reason, right? We have endo and exogenous organs and systems for a reason. Meaning we are meant to draw things in, absorb and bring them into our body. And we are equally meant to be pushing and releasing things out.” “Hormones can definitely cause skin issues to flare, but they all begin within the gut.” “Stress increases certain stress hormones in the body, particularly the production of cortisol, which can definitely cause you to have stress breakouts. “Remember your body has to be able to filter...I've seen a huge increase in dealing with acne all around the area of wearing a mask” “The final thing that I would say is Don't try to navigate this by yourself. If you're really struggling when it comes to your skin, work with somebody on this, reach out to us. You can book a call with one of our team members and talk about what you've been struggling with. We will be very honest with you and let you know if myself or one of our coaches inside the Hormone Project are a good fit. And if not, we will refer you.” Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Welcome back to The Simplicity Sessions, I'm delighted that you’ve joined us today. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. Today, I kick off the episode by covering a question that so many of you asked, overwhelming our inboxes regarding issues with sleep. Given the recent time change a lot of you experienced, we have daylight for longer which is wonderful for our mental and physical well-being, however, it can impact sleep and our ability to fall asleep at night. I will talk through intake recommendations, sleep environment tips, and cleansing advice for everyday simplicity. If you have a question for me and my team, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts, and advice.  Now let's get to the heart of this episode, this is a conversation with Erin Oberlander, Doctor of Musical Arts, a Certified Holistic Therapist, Herbalist, and owner of her own company Prairie Soap House & Apothecary. She focuses her practices through her online school, Arcadia Empowerment Collective where she strives to inspire people and to educate them on holistic health and lifestyles.   To connect with today’s guest, Erin and myself, our social / websites are at the bottom of the show notes. You will also find linked info about our partners and recommended products to try.  Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Introducing our guest, Erin Oberlander Popular listener question response - SLEEP Intake options and sleep environment tips that can assist with a good night's sleep Difference between cleansing and nourishing our skin versus cleaning our skin Incorporating the essential oils of herbalism in to our lives Our connection to nature historically, at present and moving forward How our new reality of home life has changed our relationship with nature Seasonal effects on our bodies and how to make the most of what each season brings Fresh farm produce vs the far traveled products Your skin and your GI tract The importance of understanding connections internally and externally Joining you on your journey, not just quick advice for this moment, but a deeper knowledge and toolkit for every moment Permaculture - a sense of commitment to the long-term. Sound healing sessions and creating coherence “It can be solved by walking” “Everything is so grounded in nature. Everything is rooted in coming back home to ourselves” Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review, and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ You can connect with Erin via Twitter @apothecary_erin, Instagram @arcadiaholisticschool, or to book a free discovery call here. To learn more about Prairie Soap House & Apothecary, https://www.prairiearomatherapy.com/home and for more info on Erin’s VIP Holistic lifestyle makeover, go to https://arcadiaholisticschool.com/vip-11-holistic-lifestyle-coaching  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  To learn more about the products mentioned in this episode, visit the link I’ve shared on my Instagram @jennpike. There you can discover where you can purchase these products and how you can start to make them part of your everyday simplicity approach.  Learn more about our Partners: Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house. The Soothe and the Light are two moisturizers that I alternate between. You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. Garden of Life’s mykind Organics liquid iron supplement is doctor-formulated magnesium, Dr. Perlmutter is actually the physician who created this and it's non-genetically modified, Gluten-free, there's no sugar or junk in it and it has a little bit of live probiotic bacteria cultures. To calm your nervous system to aid in a good night’s sleep, Valericalm which is a combination of camomile,npassion flower, and California poppy from Saint Francis Herb Farm can help.  Quotes “What did we inherently know from nature then that we have lost touch with now? And how has that affected us? How has it affected our bodies? How has it affected us socially? How's it affected us spiritually. And when we start to look at coming home to ourselves, a healing, the starting point with that often is figuring out how we can become more in touch with nature.  “Coming home to ourselves and learning how to reconnect with nature and how she can nourish us.” “How afraid people are to really listen to themselves. Because if they start listening, they might have to change... And if this last year has taught us anything, it has forced us into situations where we don't have a choice anymore. We actually have to start listening. So maybe that's the silver lining of the whole situation is that we're learning to listen  “Learning to nourish the body with what nature would naturally be giving us in every season...what's going on in our body. What imbalances are going on, but also what does nature have for us in this moment.” “I know if I don't teach you the why behind the what. And I don't help you understand all the connections, you are going to end up in the next X amount of time, down the same rabbit hole and repeating the same pattern.” “You can be better right now for a short period of time, or we could take a little bit more time and go on a journey together and teach you. And now you can have lifetime knowledge that anytime something happens, you now know how to best support yourself. “We do kind of a breaking down of what their current lifestyle is, and then spend the rest of the time building back up...Now you have the knowledge to start to explore that area and there's the empowerment piece.” “I believe if we can connect people and empower them with this type of information, it's going to change, not just their lives, but it's going to change how they interact, you know, with what their buying power is with their social presence.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Welcome back for another bite of Simplicity. My name is Jenn Pike, your host, registered holistic nutritionist, medical exercise specialist, the best-selling author of the Simplicity Project, and the creator of the women's revolutionary health program, The Hormone Project. In this simplicity bite, we will be discussing a big question that came into us as we’ve been chatting more about thyroid health recently, and that is Hashimoto’s and related triggers. This can be a heavy topic to discuss so please take a moment, grab yourself some tea or water, find a space that feels right and once you’re ready, we’ll dive in together. If you have a question, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com or via Instagram at @jennpike and I'll do my best to share my insights, thoughts, and advice. Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: What is Hashimoto’s? Important triggers to be aware of Connecting life long health experiences to Hashimoto's thyroiditis Hypothyroidism versus Hashimoto's What you will see when testing for Hashimoto’s Deeper dive into symptoms and triggers The importance of paying attention to your body and asking for tests Remission We discussed my sister’s journey with Hashimoto’s on a recent episode from March 16th so please feel free to go back and listen via Spotify, Stitcher or Apple Podcasts, it is a powerful conversation. For a deeper understanding of how your thyroid works, I would recommend also listening to our bite-size session from last Thursday, April 1st, it is a great educational listen. Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on Apple Podcaasts, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community. Quotes: “Hashimoto's, it's an autoimmune disorder where your immune system creates antibodies that specifically attack the thyroid gland.” “Women are suffering and men can have this too, but it is definitely more common women” “Some of the main triggers can be stress, can be infections, can be nutrient deficiencies. They can be environmental toxins, can be adrenal dysfunction, could be viruses, can be food intolerances or histamine intolerances, and can definitely be hormonal imbalances.” “So think of the world we're living in right now, over sanitizing, over sterilizing, over-cleaning. I mean, we already had environmental toxins that we're hitting our system at such a high velocity. In so many ways, both obvious and not for so long. And now it has just been amplified gut infections, gut dysbiosis.” “If you catch this early enough, if you start to pay attention to the signs and the symptoms, if you fight for the tests that you need to have, and then you work with a team or an individual who actually knows what to do with those results, not just telling you what to do, but explaining it to you because you have to understand you can 100% go into remission, which means bringing antibodies down to almost non-existent levels, which is what my sister was able to do and what we have so many women do.” “If you've not yet downloaded my free superior thyroid health webinar, head over to https://jennpike.com/videos/ . Online work with Jenn: Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/ Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.     

Jenn invites Amber Dugger on the podcast to discuss how women approach their finances in 2021. Amber tells you how the financial system has failed you and the institutions that are able to help you would rather make money off of you than get you out of debt. In this episode, you will hear Amber provide you with tips on how to create a positive experience with getting to know your finances and how it will help you build wealth in the future by preparing for upcoming bills and items that you would like to purchase without going into more debt. Amber Dugger is a certified health coach and a financial coach with 15+ years of corporate experience. As the founder of Profit for Keeps, Amber is helping thousands of entrepreneurs through a holistic system designed to remove stress and reduce anxiety around your finances, personal and professional. (we touched on this with Paula Wilimek on Episode 135 released March 15, 2021, feel free to go take a listen here). I, myself, am proud to say I work closely with Amber to increase my own financial literacy; improving not only my understanding and relationship with money, wealth, and abundance but empowering me to go after my goals, desires, and dreams. Here are the main topics of this amazing conversation: Jenn and Amber working started working together Jenn had a surface level feeling with her financial numbers Amber’s background Jenn tells of her financial lows as she was developing her business Many people feel overwhelmed when it comes to money After an hour of learning, peace and calm set in Money is quite simple once you realize Moving away from cash has led to overspending Not tracking your spending can lead to problems Learn to track your spending with Amber’s tool (https://amberdugger.com/calculator/) Creating your own bills can help you future forecast to avoid getting sidelined by future bills Tips to get out of debt When money is tight, think of 5 things of gratitude Feeling empowered with your finances Create a fun ritual when looking at your finances Showing your partner that things can get better financially can help get them on board Having conversations with your kids about finances should be fun and informative Starting to understand your finances and moving towards being wealthy can be clunky Approaching finances is similar to approaching nutrition and health Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community. I, myself, am proud to say I work closely with Amber to increase my own financial literacy; improving not only my understanding and relationship with money, wealth, and abundance but empowering me to go after my goals, desires, and dreams. “Right now we are a year into a pandemic, Income has changed a lot for people and Financial stress is a very real reality for many families right now. So what is the process literally and energetically as we start to look at our money? First of all, you're in the process of it right now. By listening to this conversation, you are already taking a step and empowering yourself with additional knowledge and that's a beautiful form of financial self-care.” Thank you for joining us today. If you could do me the honor of hitting the subscribe button, leaving a review and sharing this podcast with a friend or on social media tagging me when you do @thesimplicityproject on Facebook, @jennpike on Instagram, @simplicityjenn on Twitter, I would be forever grateful. You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our growing community via Facebook The Simplicity Sessions Community. Learn more about Amber Dugger:  Amber Dugger is a certified health coach and a financial coach with 15+ years of corporate experience. As the founder of Profit for Keeps, Amber is helping thousands of entrepreneurs through a holistic system designed to remove stress and reduce anxiety around your finances, personal and professional. (we touched on this with Paula Wilimek on Episode 135 released March 15, 2021, feel free to go take a listen here). You can connect with Amber via Twitter @profitwithamber, Instagram @profit.with.amber or through her website amberdugger.com.  To learn more about Profit for Keeps and to download the aforementioned tracking tool, go to https://amberdugger.com/profit-for-keeps/  Online work with Jenn:  Register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more via the following link www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. Sign up for The Synced Program to learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  Interested in registering for the upcoming Audacious Women program? Send us a message via our website at https://jennpike.com/contact/  Learn more about our amazing show partners I am suffering so horribly from seasonal allergies. Are there any tips and suggestions that you can to, to help me or that you can offer to help me? Some common symptoms could be post-nasal drip, sneezing, watery eyes as well as scratchy throat, irritation or tickle in the ears, or a decreased focus and concentration (brain fog). You may also notice that some eczema has cropped up that had been lying quiet for a while. You may notice that your sleep is off. Ways to combat seasonal allergies Food is related to how our body responds to an immune sensitivity just as much as the environment. The two are connected. Certain foods will exacerbate the reaction you have to environmental allergens. So when you are thinking lifestyle, try to mitigate inflammatory foods, dairy and sugars are great examples. Having too much caffeine and alcohol can irate the system. Some seasonal foods that can be an issue at this time of year are you suffer from hay fever in different pollen and cross-reactive type of allergies to things like melon, cucumbers, and bananas can trigger a reaction. Wheat and glutenous grains can also cause problems Focus on raw local honey that is rich in bioflavonoids and has natural antibacterial properties Hot and spicy foods create some heat and burn things off. Bone broth for pre and probiotic-rich foods. Pineapple is good because of the enzymes bromelain Fish organic vegetables and local organic meats Vitamin C, corecertin, and Coenzyme Q 10 are great for mitochondrial support Allergy relief tincture from St. Francis Herb Farm called Allergy Relief with Deep Immune Tincture Relieves allergy symptoms and supports the immune system. Contains Australegis, reishi and Schisandra which are found in the deep immune formula Also, contain nettle and prickly Ash with certain homeopathic ingredients that can really help your system. You can up your water game by using the following ingredients: 1 scoop of the Garden of Life Beauty Collagen Powder 20 drops of the St. Francis Herb Farm Schisandra 1 Tablespoon of beat crystals - blood building 1 Liter of water in a mason jar I hope some of these tips can help all your mamas out there, and if you don’t have a daughter, then I hope some of these tips and tricks can help you. Save 15% off of your order at skinessence.ca when you use the code JENNPIKE15. Save 10% off of your order at sunwarrior.com if you’re a US resident when you use the code simplicity (all lower case). Save 15% off your order at stfrancisherbfarm.com when you use the code JENNPIKE15. Good Juju -- Save 10% off of your order at https://hellogoodjuju.com/collections/all-products using the code JENNPIKE10 Garden of Life (April / May only — collagen line) — https://gardenoflifecanada.com/ (NO CODE, just send them to the site) Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes: “I love seeing the process of someone go from a place of feeling anxious and overwhelmed within. Honestly, an hour already starting to feel peace and calm.” “So now that we have moved away from physical cash and instead of giving a card over, they have done studies that show that the consumer debt has extremely increased due to the fact that now people are handing over our card.” “When you know that your money is going out is larger than the money coming in. There's a reason you're feeling this way because it's just clear that there are more expenses than there is money” “I always suggest creating a beautiful ritual around looking at your money.” “I would just love to learn more so that I can make sure that I'm supporting our family and relationship and really bring it from a perspective of, you know, trying to alleviate them from that burden of being the only person responsible.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.         

Due to your overwhelming response to our recent episode, TSH Is Not a Thyroid Hormone we are back for a second bite of simplicity pertaining to TSH and to guide you on a deeper dive into how your thyroid works. In this simplicity bite, we will walk through the seven steps to how your thyroid works, key thyroid hormone vocabulary and the delicate balance between your thyroid and overall health. My goal is to empower you as women to take charge of your health, share with you the knowledge you need to do so, and move forward with confidence, simplicity, and ease in all that you do. This episode will delve into the science, physiology, and biology of this topic so feel free to pour yourself a cup of tea and settle in or take yourself for a short walk in the fresh air. Once you’re ready, we’ll dive in together. If you have a question, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com! Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: How your thyroid works, a step by step guide The bare minimum for measuring your thyroid health Thyroid hormone vocabulary Hypothyroidism vs Hyperthyroidism Delicate balance and synergy between thyroid health and overall health Emphasis on women’s empowerment and knowledge to take charge of their health Test, don’t guess. Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project! The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month. Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes: “For measuring your thyroid health, the bare minimum would be TSH-free T4 and your free T3 to understand what's the signal from the brain to the gland. What's the production from the gland itself. And how effectively is your T4 converting into T3, which is the metabolically active form of your thyroid hormone.” “A little thyroid hormone vocabulary. So T4 thyroxine - it's the inactive form of your thyroid hormone in its storage form. And it can convert into either free T3, which is a yes please, give me more of that. Or into reverse T3, which we don't want to see those levels elevated. T3 is the active form of your thyroid hormone that's responsible for your thyroid hormones work and the actions in your body.” “Your adrenal health is so important when we're talking about your thyroid health” “The big takeaway for women is every time something goes wrong with their metabolism, we pull it back to thyroid. And definitely that can be an issue because your thyroid is the master of your metabolic system. But it is also involved in nearly every other function that is going on in our body” “When T4 and T3 levels are low, which is in the case of hypothyroidism, that TRH hormone is actually telling your pituitary to produce more TSH, which signals to the thyroid to produce more T4 and T3. When T4 and T3 are too high, this is what happens in hyperthyroidism, TRH tells the pituitary to produce less” “What exactly are we waiting for in that period of time? What's going to change if this woman is no further along in her empowerment or her knowledge of the things she needs to do to change. Right. I have a free thyroid masterclass that you can go and download.” “You can work with us one-on-one and we can do a full thyroid panel and do the appropriate testing for your adrenals and all your hormones. And actually not guess what's going on, but we can test.” Vocabulary: TRH - Thyrotropin-releasing hormone HPA axis - Hypothalamus pituitary adrenal act TSH - Thyroid-stimulating hormone Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

We tend to take what our dentists say about oral health without question; however, there is more to oral dental health care than what we are told. Nadine Artemis joins me on the podcast to discuss the information that can change the way you think of your oral dental health care. Nadine provides tips from how to brush your teeth and why you don’t need toothpaste to how many times a day you should be flossing. She also discusses what to look out for when your dentist wants to conduct a root canal. Nadine Artemis is the author of two books including Renegade Beauty: Reveal and Revive Your Natural Radiance and Holistic Dental Care. She is the creator of Living Libations, a luxury line of organic wild-crafted non-GMO serums, elixirs, and essential oils for those seeking the purest of the pure botanical natural health and beauty products on the planet. Here are the main topics of this amazing conversation: Nadine’s childhood of mixing essential oils University refined her taste for better health with food and environmental health Learned to read labels and understand the dangers of common/refined foods Making her own products for her and her friends Opened North America’s first full concept aromatherapy store on Queen Street Moved from skincare into oral dental care The holistic dentist saw a cavity begin to form in Nadine’s mouth. Told her to mix some things up and try them and come back in six months. the cavity faded. The existence of the dental lymph system 8 Steps to oral dental care with baking soda Using baking soda to brush your teeth How to properly tongue scrap Life longevity and flossing The benefit of oils and serums while flossing The dangers of a root canal Know the types of treatments for various dental issues How to really brush your teeth The susceptibility of mouth breathers Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community. Learn more about Nadine Artemis: Nadine Artemis is the author of two books including Renegade Beauty: Reveal and Revive Your Natural Radiance and Holistic Dental Care. She is the creator of Living Libations, a luxury line of organic wild-crafted non-GMO serums, elixirs, and essential oils for those seeking the purest of the pure botanical natural health and beauty products on the planet. Nadine is an innovative aromacologist that formulates immune-enhancing blends. Her healing creations, along with her concept of "renegade beauty," encourage effortlessness, eschew regimes, and inspire people to rethink conventional notions of beauty and wellness. Her potent dental serums are used worldwide and provide the purest oral care available. Nadine is a key speaker at health and wellness conferences and a frequent commentator on health and beauty for media outlets. She has received glowing reviews for her work in the Hollywood Reporter, GOOP, Vogue, People, Elle, Yoga Journal, Natural Health, W Magazine, The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, and National Post. Celebrity fans include Shailene Woodley, Renee Zellweger, Julianne Moore, Carrie Anne Moss, Mandy Moore, First Lady of Canada Sophie Trudeau, and many others. Alanis Morissette, describes Nadine as “a true sense-visionary." Aveda founder, Horst Rechelbacher, calls Nadine “a pure flower of creativity.” Fun Fact: She opened the first full concept aromatherapy store in North America in Toronto at just 22 years old. Living Libations Living Libations on Facebook Nadine Artemis on Instagram Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project! The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month. Learn more about our amazing show partners My husband had to have a small procedure to fix a hernia. It was a pretty low-grade hernia. It wasn’t noticeable, but his family doctor recommended that he get it fixed now instead of risking it getting worse and having the “jab” down the road. After a quick COVID test, he had the procedure. The doctors treated him well (fed him well), but there was nothing about healing, how the skin should heal after, and what it would look like as a scar. I knew what to expect so I put a homeopathic kit together with arnica, Bellis, and hypericum. Then II got to thinking about what should we apply topically when he first came out of surgery. I used copaiba and frankincense, and helichrysum. He wasn’t able to shower or wet the spot for a week because the bandaids were on, so that is where the homeopathic remedies were really going to help him. I had my husband take multi-source collagen that had turmeric in it. Turmeric is an anti-inflammatory and the collagen helps him heal the joints. He had them in an elixir and/or a shake. I also had him take the St. Francis herb farm hepato, DR.  It’s a daily liver tonic that can help the liver detoxify and filter. He wasn’t given many medications and when your body is under more stress, it can change and shift the way you recognize certain things coming into your body. The tonic has milk thistle and silymarin that are really important anti-inflammatory ingredients. Dandelion and globe artichoke are also ingredients in the tonic. He had it a few days before going into his procedure and a few days after. Now that the surgical tape is off and everything is healing pretty well. he is off of the internal remedies His skin was feeling dry after they painted him down before the procedure so we applied a sooth oil. We have been doing a combination of the nourish and sooth oils, but the sooth oil really seems to be doing the trick. The sooth oil is from Skin Essence with the purpose of hydrating the skin. Women often use the sooth oils for rosetta or sensitive skin during the winter months. I put it on my face right before bed. It’s made up of hobo oil, macadamia nut oil, rosehip, barrage oil, calendula, vitamin E, and sage. I hope some of these tips can help all your mamas out there, and if you don’t have a daughter, then I hope some of these tips and tricks can help you. Save 15% off of your order at skinessence.ca when you use the code JENNPIKE15. Save 10% off of your order at sunwarrior.com if you’re a US resident when you use the code simplicity (all lower case). Save 15% off your order at stfrancisherbfarm.com when you use the code JENNPIKE15. Good Juju -- Save 10% off of your order at https://hellogoodjuju.com/collections/all-products using the code JENNPIKE10 Garden of Life (April / May only — collagen line) — https://gardenoflifecanada.com/ (NO CODE, just send them to the site) Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes: “Never eating refined food again” “Started making my own lip balms,  body oils and face oils and creams” “so at 22, I opened up North America's first full concept aromatherapy store on queen street.” “I was really expanding on looking at root causes to aches and pains” “if we've got all these dental solutions, like why do we have more cavities, more root canals, more extractions we're receding and bleeding gums than ever before.” “You can replace everything you have been using for oral care with baking soda and follow the 8 steps” “Baking powder has the aluminum and baking soda is aluminum-free.” “When the saliva is alkaline, all things are working better” “100% of the time, a root canal with harbour necrotic bacteria” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

I was on different versions of the birth control pill for about 7 years. I reacted horribly to one prescription, but when I talked to my doctor about it, I felt like I wasn’t heard. I had to advocate for myself and it worked. But then, years later, I realized that I didn’t have all the information to be a true advocate for my holistic health. Why didn’t I have all the information when I was first going on this medication? So this episode is for anyone who is an advocate and who is supporting someone coming off the pill for any reason. Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: Dietary considerations that may help Recommended supplements Science behind chemical bleeds What to expect from the body when it stops getting the pill How to reframe the way we think about the triggers that put us on the pill in the first place Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project! The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month. Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes: “For some women, it can take six months or sometimes up to a year for their body to reregulate and move through all of the chemical hormones that have really been running the show” “The opportunity to work with someone can absolutely change the life you're living” “if you're ever working with a doctor or a practitioner in any capacity that makes you feel bad or ashamed or embarrassed, that's not appropriate. Fire them.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

I am delighted to have a guest on this episode that I had on the show a few weeks back, Dr. Stephanie Estima. Towards the end of episode 135, we started to talk about eating strategies designed specifically for women’s health. And I said to her: you know, this feels like another whole conversation. So, here we are, having another whole conversation! In this episode, we cover fasting, keto, pitfalls that Dr. Stephanie has seen when advising women on their eating habits, and some body science that will help everyone make good choices for their bodies. Dr. Stephanie Estima is a Chiropractic doctor with a special interest in functional neurology, brain metabolism, and female physiology. She is particularly focused on distilling strategies in nutritional proxies, movement, posture, and mindset to help actualize female potential, healthspan, longevity, and achievement. Dr. Estima is the author of Betty Body and a podcast called Better. Her life’s passion and mission is blending modern science with ancient wisdom to empower women’s health and healing. Here are the main topics of this wonderful conversation: How and why keto should be different for women than men Physiological background on how keto works and how diet choices can lead to cravings and abandoning keto Examples of how to incorporate specific foods into a healthy keto plan Any healthy diet is a balance that fits you as an individual A recommended starting point if you’re new to keto Incorporate knowledge of your cycle into your diet and exercise plan for maximal benefits How all of these principles apply to menopausal women How Dr. Stephanie approaches fasting Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community. Learn more about Stephanie Estima: Dr. Stephanie Estima Dr. Stephanie Estima on Instagram Dr. Stephanie Estima on Facebook Listen to Dr. Stephanie Estima’s Podcast Buy Dr. Stephanie’s Betty Body Book Online working with Jenn:  To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project! The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month. Learn more about our amazing show partners: I wish that I could share a smell with your ears because I wore a chocolate Mandarin hand and body bomb while record this episode and it smelled so delicious that it was distracting. It’s a really rich balm. My family uses it on our hands, bodies, and lips. It’s from skin essence organics and works great even on dry, chapped areas or sensitive skin. Save 15% off of your order at skinessence.ca when you use the code JENNPIKE15. A question that came in from one of our listeners asked if I have any natural health recommendations to help relieve the restlessness and nervousness they feel because of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). I first want to say that without knowing health history and background, I can’t recommend any “prescriptions” based on just this question and I encourage anyone feeling this way to work with your regular healthcare provider or reach out to us at hello@jennpike.com. In the meantime, I suggest looking into ‘clear day’ from St. Francis Herb Farm. It uses a combination of herbs to help calm your body but it isn’t a sedative. Save 15% off your order at stfrancisherbfarm.com when you use the code JENNPIKE15. Regular listeners know that I always share with you the things I incorporate into my routines to make the really boring things less tedious. Today I’m drinking water, but I’ve added some powdered vitamin C and a scoop of grass-fed collagen peptides from Garden of Life. You can also put this into your smoothies, shakes, coffee, or whatever you like. You can even add it to your baking! One scoop is a really simple way to get me 20 grams of collagen.  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  SE: “We have always assumed in women's health and women's medicine that we're sort of smaller archetypes of men.” SE: “When we were first introduced to the keto diet, it was like... bacon with a side of bacon” SE: “When I'm building out my plate... the majority of the plate is plants, I have protein... then fat is the fill.” SE: “You want to think about cholesterol as your fairy godmother” JP: “It's so important ladies that you are continually working towards building muscle because it is a longevity organ” SE: “When you are able to apply consistency and commit to this idea of doing it again, this is where your results come from.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

If you are menstruating, you will go through four phases in each cycle. Each phase is marked by hormonal fluctuations and other changes in your body, which means we can predict a bit about what will be happening with your mood in each phase. This is part of why tracking your cycle can be really useful- if you can predict your mood then you can schedule work, social events, workouts, and other parts of your life around the energy you expect to have in each phase. I go through each cycle phase and connect what’s happening in your body to how that might make you feel. If you have a question, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com! Here are the main topics of this simplicity bite: When you are on your actual period, you have decreased energy and may need more rest and self reflection. In the follicular phase, you have increased energy and cognition. This may mean you feel more social and adventurous. The luteal phase is marked by a mood shift from social and active to reserved and mellow. After this shift, you may be able to direct your energy to finishing projects, cleaning things up, and purging. You will notice increased cravings and mood swings right before your period. Make sure you support your body during all phases to keep yourself mentally and physically healthy. Use your diet to help take care of your body and work with your moods through each phase Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online working with Jenn:  To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project! The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month. Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “If you're a woman, you are essentially four different versions of yourself throughout every month and you have to learn how to support her” “Think of the seasons we go through an entire year… It's chunked down into seasons, which are manageable. We know there's a beginning and there's an end and how to be prepared.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

I really feel like my husband and I have become financial ninjas in the last 5 - 7 years. My finances now bring me joy instead of stress. I’ve really flipped my story throughout my financial journey. That’s why I wanted to have this conversation- I want all of you to get rid of the stress and shame that so many people feel when it comes to their finances. So I invited Paula Willimek to join me for this episode. She is an incredible woman on a mission to help other women change their energy, their story, and their relationship with money. Paula takes a holistic approach to financial management, which includes managing your mental relationship with money. This is definitely only the start of many episodes about our money and our relationships with it. I want us all to get to a point where we manage our finances to give ourselves the power to meet our goals. Here are the main topics of my amazing conversation with Paula: Paula felt her work at a big financial corporation was disconnected from what her clients needed It’s much easier to just keep doing what you’re familiar with when it comes to finances There’s a lot of shame and guilt tied into whether you understand how to manage finances, which means that people often don’t ask for help Not feeling confident about managing finances causes stress for lots of people, and that stress spills over into other aspects of their lives What we learned from our families and friends about finances often doesn’t work for us Women are now bringing in more money than they used to- earning sometimes isn’t the problem, it’s knowing what to do with those earnings that’s stressful Who to trust is also a big question: a financial advisor at your bank may try to sell you into programs that benefit the bank Paula’s program starts by asking people about their money story, which means who taught them and what they learned growing up The next step in Paula’s program is to examine what’s happening to you financially now, especially what patterns there are in your financial situation Then Paula guides program participants to create an action plan just for them, including how to snap themselves out of mental downward spirals It’s important to work mental health practices into your financial routines, like having a regular gratitude practice Financial planning and recommendations must be personalized Paula recommends starting with making sure you have some cash Then if you have debt, look into aggressively paying that off, which can have a psychologically positive snowball effect Next, consider working on a “power fund”- enough to cover several months of expenses so that you have more control over your life Tracking every expense is hard work but very eye-opening “Budgeting” is such a loaded, triggering word- do the things that make you happy, but know what those things cost Don’t wait for retirement or financial planning until it’s a necessity- plan for success early Some government financial assistance plans exist, but finding them and navigating them is difficult The future of retirement income is uncertain- you cannot automatically depend on pensions for retirement anymore Consider how your financial timeline affects your credit- wait to pay off credit cards until you’ve been billed, so you get that history of regularly paying off your debt Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community. Learn more about Stephanie Dodier: Paula Willimek Paula Willimek on Instagram Online working with Jenn:  To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project! The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month. Learn more about our amazing show partners I ease my time working on my finances by working some me-time into my financial routine: I do a face mask. I put a little peer cleanser on from Skin Essence, then follow up with an oil serum. Just be careful you don’t forget it’s there! Half the time I forget because it’s so comfortable, then remember when I go to sip on my smoothie. Save 15% off of your order at skinessence.ca when you use the code JENNPIKE15. I make something delicious. I’m really into apple turmeric mulled cider lately. It’s a Garden of Life recipe that you can find right here. Bonus: this smoothie helps with mobility and general pain, like joint pain or soreness after a workout. I make up something delicious. I also recently made up my own smoothie recipe using Sunwarrior’s clean greens and protein along with some frozen pineapple and cauliflower- don’t knock it until you try it! It’s really satiating for me and keeps my body steady when I’m taxing my body, whether it’s physically with a workout or mentally and emotionally with my finances. Save 10% off of your order at sunwarrior.com if you’re a US resident when you use the code simplicity (all lower case). I come to the work well-rested. If on Thursday night I’m not feeling really rested and calm, I’ll use some Valericalm calm from Saint Francis Herb Farm to help me rest. It’s a combination of herbs and botanicals that doesn’t knock you out, it soothers your mind and body. I wake up on Friday feeling non-anxious and non-groggy, which is really essential for me to work with my finances. Save 15% off your order at stfrancisherbfarm.com when you use the code JENNPIKE15.  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  PW: “They couldn't see themselves in those recommendations” PW: “We have the tools to help people, but we're not helping them get there” PW: “There's so much shame and guilt associated with financial ‘should’s” PW: “With money, we don't ask for help” PW: “You can't possibly know that because you've never, literally never had any real financial literacy in your lives. We don't learn it at school” PW: “Women don't have power because they're not the one making the money” JP: “There’s more money coming into the household and instead of it being something that is actually helping them, it can become something that is now a different kind of elephant in the room” JP: “I think for a lot of women, it's not not understanding how to earn money” JP: “Money is an emotionally charged topic” PW: “Your family of origin is the biggest teacher of your money story or your subconscious beliefs of home money” PW: “One of the first things I remember learning about money as a small child was that money was dirty” PW: “You see a pattern with money, how it comes in and out of your life” PW: “Your money story is going to be a lifelong thing- identifying and changing and evolving and growing” PW: “One of the biggest game-changers that I also suggest in my workshop is to  have a regular gratitude practice” PW: “If you're not invested in those goals, there's a 99% chance you're not going to follow my recommendations” PW: “Every client is very individual, which is really exciting for someone like me because this is what I love to do. It's to help people dream and to be like, we can achieve this.” JP: “I have a money date every Friday with myself” PW: “‘Budgeting’ is similar for me to ‘dieting’- so loaded a word” PW: “I don't like to label a particular financial behavior as being wrong” PW: “People wait to do this planning until it's sort of a necessity” JP: “I want to start the conversation, no matter how uncomfortable it is” PW: “I invite all of you to like drop the guilt and shame about finances” PW: “When women really give themselves permission, they are on fire, they are unstoppable  JP: “When we're talking about money, ladies, this is about you recognizing and feeling that you deserve this, that this is possible” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

The DUTCH that we’re interested in is the Dried Urinary Test for Comprehensive Hormones. This test is administered during the luteal phase of your menstrual cycle. That’s the second half of your cycle after ovulation and right before your period. A menstrual cycle has four phases and during each phase, distinct things are happening with the body, including hormonal fluctuations. Testing at the peak of the luteal phase gives a better snapshot of what your hormone levels truly are. DUTCH is useful because results help us understand what’s going on in your body, which means we can make a plan to reduce undesirable symptoms associated with your menstrual cycle. If you have a question, send it on over to hello@jennpike.com! Here are the main topics of this amazing conversation: From Instagram DMs: why is DUTCH administered during the luteal phase? A detailed overview of a menstrual cycle Reminders that menstrual cycles are wildly variable DUTCH tests not just for the hormones that you produce and have, but how you metabolize them DUTCH methodology The luteal phase gives a better snapshot of your hormone levels DUTCH helps us understand what’s happening in your body, which can help us reduce undesirable symptoms What to do if you’re not sure when you’re in the luteal phase Stress management is critical Tips for stress management Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community. Online working with Jenn:  To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project! The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month. Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “How long you bleed is separate from the question of how often do you cycle” “if you were to go and just take this test any day of the week, your results are not going to be accurate” “If we test at the peak of the luteal phase, we can get a better snapshot of where your true hormone levels are at that time” “We can work with you and help you understand about your diet and your lifestyle- what we need to modify in those areas and what we need to bring into your life in those areas” “You have to be managing your stress. It's not controlling your stress. It's managing. There's a big difference.” “Working with a practitioner, working with my team inside of the hormone project. Stress management techniques is what we can help to tailor for you so you're not wasting your time, you're not wasting your money, you're not filling your cupboards with a whole bunch of things” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

I had so many “aha” moments during this conversation. You could say that Stephanie Dodier helps women break away from diet culture. But that doesn’t do her work justice. She promotes counterculture principles that permanently change how women relate to their bodies, including how to de-link self-love from body love and how to disrupt harmful generational knowledge transfer. She is empowering women to change the world from the inside out. Stephanie is a Clinical Nutritionist who created the Going Beyond the Food Method, a cornerstone of her Conquer and Thrive program. She uses her own experience with food and her body to sustain her investment in sharing how she approaches personal health.   Here are the main topics of this amazing conversation: Why the podcast has a new name Introducing Stephanie Dodier and how she inspires What “being healthy” has come to mean 14:00 Why Stephanie cares so much about the culture associated with being healthy 15:00 Stephanie’s experience accepting and loving her body is ... other people Many sectors profit off of women feeling like they aren’t good enough Stephanie’s journey with food and her body Women who ask for help with weight gain are ostracized by society because they don’t fit the typical need profile About diet culture and societally imposed body ideals for women There is diversity in women’s body size going back millennia- as far as we can trace back How and why the medical industry participates in diet culture Self-love versus body neutrality The effect of living in a patriarchal society on “programming” girls’ relationships with their body Generational norms contribute to the persistence of diet culture Jenn’s early experiences with diet culture How to begin pushing back against diet culture 43:00 intuition 43:20 how to deal with sabotage- how to re-think sabotage Redefining health to be more than just a physical body Linking “optimum health” to social justice Moving away from the idea that everyone is meant to prioritize being perfectly healthy Diet culture affects girls’ behavior as early as elementary school How the pandemic is affecting body relationships We should be teaching in schools how to process emotion, which would affect our relationship with food How Jenn and others feel when processing all of the topics covered in this episode The Conquer and Thrive program and Stephanie’s podcast  Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast. Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community. Learn more about Stephanie Dodier: Stephanie Dodier Stephanie Dodier on Facebook Stephanie Dodier on YouTube Stephanie Dodier on Instagram Listen to Stephanie Dodier’s Podcast Start with Stephanie’s Freedom From Dieting Roadmap Learn more about Stephanie’s Conquer and Thrive program Online working with Jenn:  To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project! The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month. Learn more about our amazing show partners I ended this episode thinking about my daughter, so I want to share with you some products that I think will help us reinforce our beliefs with our actions and teach our daughters to take care of themselves outside of the diet culture we discuss in this episode. I’ve tried these as a mom- I hope they work for you! We love smoothies because they’re quick and easy. I started adding in Sunwarrior’s Beauty Greens Collagen Booster in pina colada flavor. She likes that it tastes healthy, I like that it’s got probiotics and is plant-based with greens in it. I am encouraging my daughter to think about her skin as a whole. Skin Essence is Canadian-founded, organic, non-GMO, not animal-tested- this company is one that we love and have around the house, which is why my daughter’s been giving them a try (and my husband and son too!). You can even talk to the company to get advice on which products may be right to try first. I’ve mentioned before a plant-based iron organic herb tonic that my daughter has been using. It’s been helping her feel a lot better, especially around her periods- it’s common for young girls first getting their period to be anemic. Garden of Life’s mykind Organics liquid iron supplement is junk-free and helps her body uptake and absorb iron. This could help you moms too! And the flavor is fantastic- her favorite is cranberry lime. Another thing that I want to help my daughter with is reducing the problems that can be associated with having her period. Really Neutral Tonics from Saint Francis Herb Farm can help. I most love their menstrual tonic and PMS support, which you don’t have to use together. I hope some of these tips can help all your mamas out there, and if you don’t have a daughter, then I hope some of these tips and tricks can help you.  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.  Use the code jennpike10 and get 10% off your purchases. Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike   Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  JP: “I want to help to be part of stoking you” SD: “What is currently perceived as health, as a normal body, what is perceived as beauty, even, is not for the best intention of women, and the only people that can change that is us women” JP: “If you empower a woman to love her for who she is and to fully embody that- you can’t profit off of her” JP: “Hell hath no fury like a woman in her power” SD: “Nothing was working to maintain the body that society expected me to have” JP: “Everything that they are being taught is being geared toward weight loss” SD: “We are telling women that their body should be a certain look or should be a certain weight” SD: “We’re classifying the value and the worth of women based on the size of their body and on their health status” SD: “BMI was never created for health reasons” SD: “As of 2019, there is not one single study that indicates that weight causes a health issue” SD: “In my world and the way that I teach, self-love is B.S.” SD: “We can love ourselves not because of our body but because of who we are” SD: “We raise women to be good girls” JP: “I see what she’s exposed to and I am also seeing what my son is exposed to” SD: “The first line I want to say to women is: it’s not your fault” SD: “If you can learn that, unpack that for yourself, if you change the narrative at home- that’s how we change that for the next generation of women” SD: “The very first place we start is self-compassion” SD: “Intuitive eating is the reparation mechanism to our relationship with food” SD: “Wow I can regulate myself. What else can I do?” JP: “We’ve been taught to focus on the wrong change, the outer change” SD: “Learning how to manage our brain, learning to manage our mind, so we no longer are the pendant of other people’s words and other people’s opinions of us, we build our own- that’s the greatest source of power for women” SD: “That’s the goal of this work is liberating women and then us going out and changing the world” SD: “We need to redefine what health is” SD: “Most of us are not meant to be ‘100% healthy’ in all factors” SD: “What if we move the goalposts from outside to inside, by being self-aware, by being present just within your own body” SD: “The body becomes the punching bag” SD: “Emotional eating is a gift” SD: “That is the most detrimental to your health- not the layer of fat on your body, but the stress load on your body” SD: “If you need a motivator, do it for your daughter and then it will become your work afterward”   Additional Information About Stephanie: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children. 

In this episode of The Simplicity “Bite” Sessions, I am talking all about TSH, which is not a Thyroid Hormone.  TSH is often used to test the condition of the Thyroid if you are exhibiting Thyroid issues; however, TSH does NOT give the full picture. Testing for TSH can give you an idea as to whether your Thyroid is under or over-producing hormones. Unfortunately, screening for TSH is problematic because by the time changes in the amount of hormone that is produced could indicate that the problem is well underway. I recommend a series of tests that will provide a more holistic approach to detecting issues with your Thyroid including TSH, Free T4, Free T3, Reverse T3, TPO (Thyroid peroxidase), and TGAB (Anti-Thyroid Globulin). Here are the topics you are about to listen to in today’s “bite” session:  We need to do better for women who are having signs and symptoms of thyroid issues and being tested incorrectly Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) TSH tests are not a full thyroid workup Not a reliable screening The screening is an outdated approach  Functional practitioners and allopathic practitioners  agree that it is not a full thyroid screening TSH is produced in the pituitary gland in the brain TSH’s job is to stimulate the Thyroid to produce its hormones (T4 and T3) TSH is used for screening for Thyroid disease under the assumption based on how well you Thyroid is producing hormones Screening for TSH is problematic because by the time changes in the amount of hormone that is produced it could mean that there is something already going on Ranges of TSH can vary; however a number lower than 1 is concerning and will require more questions. Testing needs to be more holistic Here is a list of tests that you should be requesting: TSH - it’s part of the entire system and can provide information in conjunction with the rest of the list. Free T4 Free T3 - T4 and T3 need one another so it’s important to test both. Reverse T3 TPO - Thyroid peroxidase TGAB - Anti Thyroid Globulin Hoping that this mini-episode helps you better understand your symptoms, how and when they are showing up in your body, mood, and emotions. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!  You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.  Online working with Jenn:   To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.  You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!  The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.  Learn more about our amazing show partners  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly at your closest Health Food Store.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 on your first order for 20% OFF your purchase and jennpike15 for 15% OFF on all following orders. www.skinessence.ca — Canada www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.  When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.  Learn more about Jenn’s work:   Jenn Pike    Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike  The Hormone Project   The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more!  http://www.jennpike.com/  Simplicity TV on Youtube  Quotes:  “TSH is not a Thyroid hormone”  “Detecting Thyroid issues needs a more holistic approach”  “TSH’s job is to stimulate the Thyroid to produce its hormones (T4 and T3)”  Additional Information About Jenn:  Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus.  Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two

I am joined by my friend Dr.Stephanie Estima to today’s episode ( which is the first of two parts), to talks about how important is for us to change the narrative in regards to taking care of our bodies as women, to learn to pay attention to the signs and symptoms, honoring where we are at, having awareness about the different phases in our cycles and the energetic phases of the seasons as well. In the second part of our conversation we will dive deep into the concept of Ketogenic Diet for women, is it safe? Is it recommended? How to use it? Dr. Stephanie Estima is an expert in female metabolism and body composition. She is a doctor of chiropractic with a special interest in functional neurology, brain metabolism, and female physiology. She is particularly focused on distilling strategies in nutritional proxies, movement, posture, and mindset to actualize female potential, healthspan, longevity, and achievement. These are the main topics of this amazing conversation that you will probably like to listen to more than once: Estima talks about her background, how she started a podcast and wrote a book. Estima shares how she spent years without listening to her body. What is keto-cycling? How to take care of yourself during perimenopause and menopause. The normalization of menstrual pain comes from a strong patriarchal thinking. Menstrual pain is common, not normal. The crucial importance of rest and recovery. Your menstrual cycle is your hormonal report card. The impact stress has on the female body. The role of cortisol. How stress impacts your sex hormones Women need to engage in human connections.. The importance of our morning and evening habits and rituals. Move your body according to your cycles What are you grateful for? You need to have time for sex. Separate your productivity from your worth. Set a recovery day for your health. When you learn how to exercise (and when) your body responds correctly Build muscle and shift your composition. Hoping you can understand yourself better after listening to this episode and that you can put into action some of this knowledge to unfold a more loving and compassionate way to treat yourself!  Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.  Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community.  Learn more about Dr. Stephanie Estima  :  Check Dr. Stephanie’s website Download the 4 Week Keto Cycling Guide (with Recipes and Nutritional Breakdown!): Dr. Stephanie Estima on Instagram Dr. Stephanie Estima on Facebook The Betty Body: A Geeky Goddess' Guide to Intuitive Eating, Balanced Hormones, and Transformative Sex, Dr. Stephanie Estima  Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject. You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project! The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month. Learn more about our amazing show partners Here goes one of our listener’s questions (someone else’s question might be also your own, you are not alone!): “I am suffering from congested skin, there are bumps and I am breaking out. I also have adrenal fatigue...I am exhausted, I have digestive issues, lots of gas and bloating, as well as constipation. I am a hot mess! I know it is a lot to ask, but do you have any recommendations?” To answer this question,  first I am going to recommend you to move your body with a moderate intensity of exercise. Secondly, your digestion needs to be assessed, you need to identify which foods are creating the gas and bloating in order to avoid them, if most of the foods are creating these unpleasant consequences, I suggest you have some Canadian Digestive Bitters from Saint Francis Herb Farm or digestive enzymes, especially if your gall bladder was removed. Thirdly, you want to look at your minerals and support your liver, Liver Hepato DR is a tonic and a tincture that I use in my practice and it is not only a great support for your liver but also helps to detoxify, assists the process of elimination and it is very anti-inflammatory. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store. I would also suggest you start dry brushing for lymphatic stimulation and to get to know more about your skin type, you can reach out to Skin Essence Organics and have a Skin Care Quiz, that will help you determine what type of products you need for your skin particularly. You can even chat with them if you have any further questions. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 in your first order for 20% OFF your purchase andjennpike15 for 15% OFF in all your following orders. www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   In regards to your minerals, you can add SUNWARRIOR’s Ancient Sea Salt into your water, smoothie or elixir, it is filled with natural minerals that are just great for your health. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Ketocycling is matching the ketogenic diet to the different phases of your menstrual cycle.” “Menstrual pain is not normal, it is common, but is not normal!” “The normalization of menstrual pain comes from a stong patriarchal thinking” “Your body is talking to you all the time, sometimes whispering and others yelling.” “Your menstrual cycle is your hormonal report card.” “Community is your immunity.” “Your sleep have to be prioritize.” “Match the internal lighting of the home with the lighting that mother nature is offering.” “Our rest is where the work happens.” “Unclench your productivity from your worth” “We need to move away from the idea of weight loss, and instead think in gaining muscle and shifting our composition.” “Pleasure is our birth right.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

In this episode of The Simplicity “Bite” Sessions, I am talking to those of you that have done some testing on your hormones already, or maybe you are practitioners seeking to help your clients best. I am diving deep into the difference between DIM and Calcium D Glucarate in estrogen detoxification and their impact in the different phases of this process.   Here are the topics you are about to listen to in today’s “bite” session:   What is functional testing? The DUTCH test (Dry Urinary Test for Comprehensive Hormones) How DIM works. Consequences of lowering your estradiol: vaginal dryness, low energy and libido, hot flashes, and difficulty sleeping. Phase 3 of estrogen detoxification is tested through stool. What a GI map shows. Calcium D-glucarate helps to move the estrogen down with your stools Are you properly eliminating? Functional testing needs to be worked with a practitioner.   Hoping that this mini-episode helps you better understand your symptoms, how and when they are showing up in your body, mood, and emotions. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly at your closest Health Food Store.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 on your first order for 20% OFF your purchase andjennpike15 for 15% OFF on all following orders. www.skinessence.ca — Canada www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “DIM and Calcium D Glucarate work on different paths of detoxification.” “DIM helps to redirect estrogen in phase 1.” “Calcium D-glucarate helps to move the estrogen down with your stools.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children

Today, I am excited to share a great talk I had with Victoria Albina during which we discussed very common themes in women’s lives. From what it’s like being “the good girl”, “the fixer” and taking on other people’s burdens and emotions. We talk about how to get ourselves out of these patterns while also becoming more observant rather than reactive.   Victoria Albina is a Certified Life Coach and Breathwork Meditation Guide with a passion for helping women realize that they are their own best healers, so they can break free from codependency, perfectionism, and people-pleasing and reclaim their joy.   She is a UCSF-trained Family Nurse Practitioner, has a Masters degree in Public Health from Boston University School of Public Health, and a BA in Latin American Studies from Oberlin College. Victoria has been working in health & wellness for over 20 years and lives on occupied Lenape territory in New York's Hudson Valley.   Here are the main topics of this amazing conversation: Victoria talks about her own healing journey. Victoria shares how she leads her practice. Expectations, obligations, and conceptualization of self can become patterns that deregultate the nervous system. The state of your nervous systems dictates the story that you feed into your body. What is the polyvagal system? How do you begin the work after you raise your awareness? Acceptance can be really challenging. Working on your balance. How we use distractions to get away from certain feelings. The role of dopamine in your body. Choose your actions intentionally. Learn to separate the circumstances of life and our thoughts. Victoria gives advice to those women who are ready to make the mindset shift but struggle with the consequences that this might bring to their relationships. Trust yourself to love yourself. Victoria shares her favorite tool against personal criticism.   Hoping this episode supports you on the path of knowing, accepting, and loving who you truly are. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Join our Free Facebook Group called The Simplicity Sessions Community.   Learn more about Victoria Albina: Victoria Albina Victoria Albina Wellness on Instagram Victoria Albina Wellness on Facebook Listen to Victoria Albina’s Podcast   Check  Victoria's Free Meditations on Codependency and Perfectionism, Overcoming Codependency Masterclass   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners I wanted to share one of our listener’s question: “I am struggling with dry skin! Drinking water and eating healthy fats is not helping… What can I do?” My first tip is for you to start adding collagen into your water or smoothies to become more hydrated and improve the quality of your skin from an internal perspective. I love Beauty Greens Collagen from SUNWARRIOR, these are collagen building peptides, which means that they are helping your body to produce collagen at a cellular level. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Are you properly exfoliating your skin? Do you know your skin type? I love exfoliants that have a powder base, those only require you to add a little water and then massage them into your skin. One of the reasons for dry skin could be lack of drainage and lymphatic support. The exfoliant that I use is called Facial In A Jarfrom Skin Essence Organics, I leave it on as a mask and it leaves my skin soft and beautiful. It is a perfect routine to end your day, I highly recommend it. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 in your first order for 20% OFF your purchase andjennpike15 for 15% OFF in all your following orders. www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Calendula is magical! Especially for dry hands after the extra sanitizing we all have been doing lately. Sain Francis Herb Farm offers Calendula with Vitamin E which is simply amazing! Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   Good JUJU offers a Scalp Care Shampoo bar to treat itchy and irritated scalp. Give it a try! It is good for your health and for the environment! Use the code jennpike10 and get 10% off your purchases.     Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “People who are struggling with their digestion are the meanest to themselves, thinking that their bodies are working against them.” “The thoughts we keep feeding into our nervous system create our physiologic reality.” “Awareness, acceptance, and action.” “We can let ourselves feel off balance while telling our bodies that we are safe.” “Honor your impulses and urges, keep the conversation with them.” “Learn to separate the circumstances of life and our thoughts.” “Ask yourself, is this a fact or a thought? Choose your own version of reality” “A lot of thyroid imbalances are a result of not speaking your truth.” “The more you trust yourself, the less it matters what everyone else thinks, does or says.” “With self-trust we build self-love.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

In this episode of The Simplicity “Bite” Sessions, I dive into a topic that will be of interest to women who will or have had their gallbladder removed. A lot of women are told that their gallbladder needs to be removed for their health to improve, the truth is that it is often not the root cause of your health issues but rather just a symptom.   These are the main topics in this short but resourceful episode: The main symptoms women experience after having their gallbladder removed (symptoms that may also have present before): Digestive sensitivity Gas and bloating Troubles digesting fats Struggling to defecate Acidity and reflux Hot flashes Weight gain Thyroid issues What is the gallbladder’s role? The right nutrition, lifestyle, and supplementation after gallbladder removal. How to support your liver. Seek professional support. What is the difference between digestive bitters and digestive enzymes? Antiinflammatory foods and beverages.   If this episode is not for you, share it with someone that might find it useful. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners The HepatoDR liver tonic from Saint Francis Herb Farm is a great beginning to supporting liver function after gallbladder removal. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products.   You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly at your closest Health Food Store.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 on your first order for 20% OFF your purchase andjennpike15 for 15% OFF on all following orders. www.skinessence.ca — Canada www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Your gallbladder is not where the root cause of your health struggles lays, it is just a symptom.” “The liver has nowhere to send the bile after the gallbladder is removed.” “When you are not able to properly absorb the nutrients that your body needs is when you start to become deficient.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

I am so excited to be accompanied by Angela Foster to today’s episode while we talk about the impact of our DNA on our health and hormones, as well as the effects the pandemic has on our systems.   Angela Foster is a leading female biohacker, certified health, and performance coach. She uses a combination of modern science such as DNA analysis with time-honored holistic practices to transform her clients' health, energy, and performance. After recovering from a serious illness in 2014, Angela left the world of corporate law with a single mission in mind: to inspire and educate others to live an energetic, healthful and limitless life. Now, she works with high-performing clients (including top CEOs, entrepreneurs, executives, and athletes) in optimizing the expression of their respective genetics for ultimate health.   As a founder and CEO of My DNA Edge, she provides individuals with tools and bio-hacks needed to optimize their genetic expression for optimal health and performance. Angela also hosts the High-Performance Health Podcast; the show where she talks about everything you need to break through limits and achieve a high-performance mind, body, and lifestyle.   Here are the main topics of an amazing conversation with Angela Foster: Angela shares her own health journey. There are women who are rising up and also women who suffer behind the scenes. Walking as a therapy. The down side of a Ketogenic diet. Give yourself the permission to be sore. The power of meditation. Tips to feel better. Angela talks about the existing research in regards to cold showers. Being a high performing woman. DUTCH test and GI map. The Oura ring. Support is needed to heal. How DNA-based health optimization works. How achieving hormonal balance can impact your performance and happiness. Is health optimization for women different from men? How to start understanding your body and have it work for you, not against you. Discover the three reasons why you are not seeing results.     Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!    You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Angela Foster :  Angela Foster on Instagram Angela Foster on Facebook   Learn more about the Longevity Masterclass: In this Masterclass, you will: - Discover the 3 Reasons Why You're Not Seeing Results: - Uncover key parts of your genes for superior, fast-tracked, and sustainable results; - Learn about your Genetic Blueprint: Learn why your genes are not your destiny and how you can take back control and enhance your results by 300%; - Uncover the unique program that removes ALL of the guesswork When you understand how to personalize your nutrition, sleep, and exercise to your body, you'll never go near another extreme diet or exercise program again. The Longevity Masterclass uncovers the simple bio-hacks and habits to help you look, feel and live younger for longer.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners If you don’t get proper sleep your mood and body will suffer. Ask yourself if there is anything more you can do to improve your sleep. I use Valericalm by Saint Francis Herb Farm. It is especially good when I feel that kind of anxiousness, the one that prevents you from sleeping because you feel like you’re buzzing. Valericalm is amazingly helpful in calming your nervous system down without feeling drowsy or hungover.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farmproducts online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   Cold weather can really affect your skin, and to palliate that, I have been using Soothe by Skin Essence Organics which is formulated for sensitive skin and provides beautiful hydration. I sometimes combine it with the E-Creamand both provide the nourishment that my skin needs after being exposed to harsh weather conditions.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 in your first order for 20% OFF your purchase andjennpike15 for 15% OFF in all your following orders. www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   SUNWARRIOR is a brand that provides the best plant based protein and superfoods supplements and on top of that it is an environmentally conscious company that has animal welfare at heart. 1,700 dogs and cats are killed every day in America's shelters and SUNWARRIOR decided to do something about it by partnering with Best Friends Animal Society to seek forever homes for these pets and help control our pet population. To learn more visit https://sunwarrior.com/pages/best-friends.   When shopping at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “A third of Canadians aren’t meeting their sleep requirements.” “There are women who are rising up and also women who suffer behind the scenes.” “Less is more.” “Mothers are the athletes of everyday life.” “Meditation is a productivity hack.” “Stop thinking about what you can do more and instead think about what you can push away from your life.” “Do you feel aware, aligned and attuned to your body?” “The fact that you don't reach your goal is never about laziness, maybe you are trying to do too much.” “It takes time to heal, you need support in order to move forward.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Welcome to another episode of The Simplicity “Bite” Sessions. Today I am talking about the importance of our morning rituals and habits and about loosening the restrictions and constrictions around this time of day, leaving out the “must-haves” “shoulds” and to-do lists.   Learn to dedicate time to yourself in the mornings, hydrate, journal, train, and nourish yourself. Your morning is what is going to set the tone for the rest of your day!   Here are the main topics you will hear in this short but succulent “bite” episode: Create a new routine Hydrate Connect to your breath Move according to your cycle Nourish your body Seek meaningful social and emotional connections   Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly at your closest Health Food Store.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 on your first order for 20% OFF your purchase andjennpike15 for 15% OFF on all following orders. www.skinessence.ca — Canada www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Be aware of the energy with which you are showing up in the mornings.” “Your mornings set the tone for the rest of your day.” “When you are trying to create a new habit, you need to have some structure and consistency.” “What grounds you?”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children. 

In today’s episode, I am happy to have a chance to introduce you to Melanie Huestis, she has been my own personal and intuitive healing coach for the last couple of years. Melanie Huestis is an intuitive energy coach with a big heart and a mouth to match. She's a straight shooter with a knack for helping women turn their muck into magic by empowering them to drop the old stories, wounding & BS to make room for what really matters. She uses a combination of energy healing, mediumship, and compassionate coaching to help clients shed old patterns, and open up to a more purposeful and happy life. She is passionate about boundaries, potato chips, and cats (not necessarily in that order) ... and the thing she enjoys most in life is authentic human connection. It doesn't need to be pretty ... but it needs to be real. She loves hard, sings poorly, and dances with abandon. Melanie makes it a priority to walk her talk and live the way she teaches — on purpose and with passion. Here are the main topics that we discuss in today’s episode: Melanie explains what she does and how she does it. Empowering people to meet their higher purposes. Replace your ‘shoulds’ with ‘coulds’. How can you support your energy levels? How do you clear your energy? Why do women tend to play small? You need help to clear the energy of previous lifetimes. Melanie explains the difference between our physical bodies and our souls. Melanie talks about new and old souls. You set the energetic tone for your environment. Our truth is something that we are often not ready to admit. It is exhausting to work on your energy at the beginning but practice makes it easier.   Don’t rush your process, dare to explore and clear your energy. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Melanie Huestis:  Melanie Huestis Melanie Huestis on Instagram Melanie Huestis - The Awakened Human Project on Facebook Join the Simply Spiritual Group   Collective Magic is the place to be if you're craving a deeper connection and a safe space to let your unique magic hang out. Melanie prepared a small but mighty group of women, showing up and sharing themselves — warts and all. They talk about spiritual practices, real life, and anything else that's on our minds.   Membership includes personal support, energy healing, card readings, and more. It's a great place to start your journey, continue your work, and breakthrough barriers with Melanie by your side.   Find more info at http://www.melaniehuestis.com/groups   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners   I am passionate about self-care! Moving and the food I put into my body are two essential pillars for my health. My smoothies are one of the fuels that keep me going, and during these winter months, I do what I call a Naked Shakewhere I just blend one scoop of SUNWARRIOR Classic Protein and a glass of non-dairy milk, coconut, or regular water and blend it, enough to get the protein and hydration my body needs.   When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Sometimes our bodies need extra help, I am incorporating a tincture called Strest from Saint Francis Herb Farm. It is an adrenal tonic that is great for times of stress, it helps me to drop my shoulders, embrace whatever is happening in my life, and regain my self-confidence to face the challenges that life brings me. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products.   You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   Self-care is also about giving yourself the time you need. When I go to bed at night, I don’t rush the process, I take time to wash my face and apply an oil-based moisturizer. I love the Light Skin Facial Moisturizer from Skin Essence Organics, which is perfect for skins that are prone to acne, its nourishing and cooling properties are just amazing.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 in your first order for 20% OFF your purchase andjennpike15 for 15% OFF in all your following orders. www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com— USA and International.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “A medium can read energy, and absolutely everything is made of energy.” “Get the word ‘should’ out of your vocabulary and replace it with the word: ‘could’ to eliminate all the guilt and shame.” “Clearing your energy is something you should do every day.” “Shake, wiggle and dance to clear your energy.” “A massive part of the healing process is being heard and validated.” “We set the energetic tone for our environment”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Happy Thursdays ladies! I normally publish podcasts on Mondays, but something really fun is happening: a second episode will be added starting this week. Moving forward, Thursdays will be The Simplicity Bite Sessions day during which there we will publish shorter solo episodes focused on one key topic.   Another change that you will notice is that the name of the podcast is starting to shift since we do not only talk about simplicity and there are so many other topics that I want to bring in this space.   Today I am talking about The Audacious Woman, who she is and what she craves and desires.   Listen to today’s episode to find out everything about The Audacious Woman program: What is The Audacious Woman program about? Where did this movement come from? Dare to unapologetically create the life you were meant for. Learn to anchor yourself. Can you stay committed to your professional, personal, and health goals? Are you ready to reclaim your mission? Do you want to upgrade your inner circle? Are you open to inclusivity and acceptance? Are you ready to scale financially? The Audacious Woman Program accepts 12 women into a ten-month program. Everything in The Audacious Woman program is in alignment with mother nature, the moon, and all of her wisdom. How does the program work? The program is based on seasons and their cycles. Find the balance between your inner femininity and masculinity.   Join the waitlist for The Audacious Woman program which aims to awake your truest and most audacious self! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 in your first order for 20% OFF your purchase andjennpike15 for 15% OFF in all your following orders. www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com— USA and International.   When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Are you ready to unapologetically design the life you are meant for?” “Come home to the audacious woman that you are!” “Everything in The Audacious Woman Program in is alignment with mother nature, the moon, and all of her wisdom.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

2020 has brought hair loss to a massive amount of women, and I include myself in this group. Last year I suffered from hair loss for the first time after childbirth. It impacted me around late July when I started noticing I was losing a lot of hair while washing it. In my case, it was directly caused by stress.   In this episode, I am diving deep into the most common reasons for hair loss, how you can support your hair and scalp health, lifestyle factors, and all you need to know to start the slow process towards healthier hair (Sorry! No quick fixes).   Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Why is your hair falling and getting thinner? The role of estrogen in hair loss. Your lifestyle matters. What are the nutrients that your hair needs? Lack of sleep and stress has an impact on your hair. Inflammation induces hair loss. The adrenal connection. Essential oils and supplements for your hair health. Learn to manage your levels of stress. Excessive shedding. Nutrient deficiencies trigger hair loss. High prolactin is another reason for hair loss. Autoimmune and androgenic alopecia. Are you getting enough protein? Is your blood sugar stable? Different supplements and therapies to support your scalp and hair.   I want you to think bigger than supplements and go beyond what is in the bottles. I hope this episode helps you to take a better look at how you are nourishing your body and the shifts in your lifestyle that you can make to not also help your hair but your whole health. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners My Kind Organics Garden of life offers an amazing product to nourish your hair: Extra Strength Turmeric which comes with organic fermented whole turmeric and ginger that helps decrease your inflammatory response while supporting your body’s antioxidant response.   It is not the first time I recommend E-Cream from Skin Essense Organics I absolutely adore it, and one of the many uses you can give it is to soothe a dry or irritated scalp, you can use it a couple of times a day and massage it along with other oils, like Saint Francis Herb Farm Castor Oil, which is usually applied to reduce breast inflammation, but also works marvellously on your scalp. Massage some castor oil on your scalp, put your hair up for the night, and wash it off in the morning. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 in your first order for 20% OFF your purchase andjennpike15 for 15% OFF in all your following orders. www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   For healthy hair, you need to make sure you are consuming enough protein. I love SUNWARRIORS’ Warrior Blend Organic, which is a high-performance protein powder that includes several amino acids, it has a smooth texture and is very easy to digest. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Sleep is one of the most magical ingredients for whole-body health.” “Your hair loss can be a consequence of nutrient deficiencies, either because you are not getting enough nutrients through your diet or due to not being able to absorb them properly.” “You need to invest in yourself in order to understand  the state of your health at a deeper level.” “The same hormonal issues that are triggering your cystic acne is connected to what is happening in your scalp and hair.” “Growing and healing your hair and scalp is a slow process, it can take months.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

    I am joined today by Amber Lynn Vitale to talk about the role that certain nutrients play in women’s bodies. We especially dive into how to treat iron deficiencies during our reproductive years, pregnancy and beyond. Iron supplements have a terrible reputation since some of them can cause constipation and other uncomfortable symptoms. Listen to today’s episode and find what the best ways and times are to consume iron either through your food choices or supplements.   Amber Lynn Vitale, CN, is a Certified Nutritionist in Integrative Nutrition and an Ayurvedic Clinical Consultant. Since early childhood, she has been fascinated with the power of foods, herbs, and dietary supplements to optimize health and, after earning a B.A. in Economics and Russian, she went on to pursue this passion. Since 1996 she has both worked in product retail, and maintained her own wellness practice, often working with doctors and holistic/integrative medical professionals promoting optimum health inside and out. Since 2010 she has reached a wider audience as a freelance content producer for several natural health publications, educating retailers and consumers alike on what quality really means in both foods and supplements. Amber has been a member of the Garden of Life Education team since 2014, continuing her mission by Empowering Extraordinary Health!   Here are the main topics of a conversation that will certainly continue on another episode: The Ayurveda approach with pregnant women. Why can a pregnant woman suffer from nutritional deficiencies? How can you test for iron deficiencies? The best iron options and how to consume them. Do digestive enzymes help your body better uptake the minerals from the food you are consuming? The role of iron for the fetus during pregnancy. How to make sure your baby or toddler is receiving enough iron nutrition. Adverse effects of low iron levels in babies. Recommendations for women during the postpartum stage. Why plant iron liquid is the best choice. Seasonal approaches to iron supplementation.   Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Amber Lynn Vitale :  Garden of Life Garden of Life on Instagram Garden of Life on Facebook   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners I wanted to talk about iron as a supplement. It is difficult to find one that actually increases the level of iron in your body without being hard to digest and cause constipation.   If you have a heavy cycle or you are getting your period often (every 21 to 25 days) this usually doesn’t leave enough time for your system to rebuild. My Kind Organics line from Garden of Life is what I have been using for many years. Garden of Life’s iron is the first and only certified USDA organic, non-GMO verified liquid plant iron, with an amazing cranberry-lime flavor. There is also B6 and B12 added to it, which is very important for women.   Here is my smoothie recipe for the day! Fresh brazil nut milk Hips of cinnamon and nutmeg 1 1/2 scoop of SUNWARRIOR Classic Plus Protein Powder, vanilla flavor. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase. 1 tablespoon of coconut oil Some frozen berries Blend, add some dark chocolate on top and enjoy!   For a dry throat, I can’t emphasize enough how I adore the Stop It Cold Throat Spray from Saint Francis Herb Farm. This is my choice every time I feel I overused my voice and it is always marvelous! Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   Finally, I wanted to share a new use I have been giving to my Nourish Oil from Skin Essence Organics, I massage it on my cuticles and push them back every single night before I go to bed. You should try it too for some TLC to your nails before ending the day!  While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 in your first order for 20% OFF your purchase and jennpike15 for 15% OFF in all your following orders. www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “If you are ever going to take a risk, take it on yourself.” “To absorb iron from the food you are eating you have to have a healthy digestion and microbiome.” “Humans need a certain amount of iron in order to fight infections.” “Bad bacteria or excess of yeast can cause constipation or diarrhea.” “Iron is the backbone for producing energy.” “Iron plays an important role in producing DNA.” “If you can absorb the iron through your digestive tract you won't be constipated.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Welcome to another episode of the Simplicity Project! Today I am having an amazing conversation with Lisa Karandat & Alexa Monahan from Good JuJu. Lisa and Alexa founded Good Juju to inspire and empower people to make small, incremental changes to their daily routine, with the hope that together we can change the world. They spent years working in the natural health industry, and have witnessed the power that pure, natural ingredients have on our health each and every day. They believe that what you put on your body is equally as important as what you put in your body. They also know that our daily choices matter, on a micro and macro level. For example, they've seen firsthand how beneficial organic farming is not only for the quality of ingredients it produces but also for the quality of the soil and the environment overall. They have also learned how destructive and unnecessary single-use plastics are to our health, the environment, and the future of our planet. Lisa and Alexa are passionate about natural health, about the environment, and they are passionate about change. They know that the journey to zero waste can feel overwhelming. You may feel like you don't know where to begin, fear you won't do it properly, or that you'll have to sacrifice quality or performance – but none of this is true. As Anne-Marie Bonneau says, "We don't need a handful of people doing zero waste perfectly. We need millions of people doing it imperfectly." Here are the main topics of this much-needed conversation: Lisa and Alexa share how they got involved in the natural health business. Lisa and Alexa share the reasons why Good Juju came into existence. Good Juju’s shampoo and conditioners are formulated along with a naturopath and a hairdresser. Good Juju’s laundry strips. How your body is impacted by toxic ingredients. Why are Good Juju’s products mostly compostable? How to use a shampoo and conditioner bar. Best way to store your bars. How you can make an impact with the choices that you make every day. The great benefits to your health from avoiding plastic.   You can make a difference, just take action! Start with the good and you will see how easy it is! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Lisa Karandat & Alexa Monahan:  Good Juju Good Juju on Instagram Good Juju on Facebook   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners Good JuJu actually means good energy, good karma. The founders of Good Juju created shampoo and conditioner bars and everything is about zero waste and zero impact to our environment, and not only talking about the planet, but in regards to your own body environment including your immune system, gut, fertility, and endocrine system. The bar I use is the Oily to Fine Hair and it has been a game-changer! With organic ingredients that even promote your hair growth, the conditioner bar is marvellous as well. One little bar is equivalent to three bottles of any commercial shampoo. While shopping at Good JuJu use code JENNPIKE10 for 10% off  your orders.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   Remember you can bundle products while purchasing Skin Essense Organics amazing products. They have an amazing 4 piece Facial Care Set that is a total treat for your skin during these winter months, and you can presonalize each product according to your skin type! While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 in your first order for 20% OFF your purchase and jennpike15 for 15% OFF in all your following orders.www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   If you are wondering what to take after the holidays to set yourself back on track, SUNWARRIOR’s Liquid Light Fulvic Acid is the right thing for you, it has over 73 minerals, it will boost your energy, help your digestion, and it is plant based. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Here is one tip from me to you! I have to confess that I have a couple of days where my digestive system was feeling off, and that is not normal for me. Was it something that I ate? I gave myself time to reflect and realize that I am now creating some exciting new projects and consequently I am not consuming enough food, my creative side tends to overrule my normal eating habits.   I went to my cabinet and took ginger liquid tincture that helps with upset stomach and any digestive issues. I used some fizzy water, stirred out about 50% of the bubbles, added a couple of milliliters of the ginger tincture, and squeezed a little lime in. I sipped on it and in less than 1 hour, felt such a big difference!   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “If you know better, you have to do better.” “Choose products that are good for you and for the planet.” “Only 9% of the things that can be recycled actually get recycled.” “One shampoo bar lasts up to 75 washes.” “Half of all the plastic that has been produced on Earth happened in the last 20 years, this is the result of our high consumer habits.” “What you put on your body is equally as important as what you put in your body.” “We inhale or ingest a credit card worth of plastic a week.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Today I am dedicating this episode to talk about fasting. intermittent fasting, juicing, water fasting,and time-restricted feeding. It is not coincidental that I am approaching this topic right after the holidays when women tend to feel that after over-indulging during the festivities they need to take action and do something to bring balance and healing to their bodies. There is no better time than now to take charge of your health and wellbeing, increasing your energy, and moving towards feeling more present in your body.   Here are the main topics of an episode filled with information and practical tips in regards to fasting: Reasons why you should fast. The amazing jobs your liver has. Your liver does not like to be pushed. When is a good time to fast? Water fasting How to prepare your juice Think about your adrenals How to start Intermitten fasting Check your bowel movements Eat your last meal 3 hours before bed. Respect your circadian rhythms Learn to manage light and dark. Give your body time for detoxifying, Avoid metabolic disease. Vitamin C is the number one antioxidant. Your skin is connected to your gut Your infradian rhythm and your diet.     Hoping this episode has shown you other ways to approach detoxing, respecting the rhythms and processes of your body, and wishing you can put into practice some of these tools to, not only regain balance after the holidays. but to start shifting your daily habits towards a healthier version of yourself. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Laura Anderson ND  :  Dr. Laura Anderson ND, is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and has been practicing since 2010. She was the Naturopathic doctor at Trent University Health Services for five years and spent two years as a part-time faculty member at Fleming College teaching Biology, Holistic Health, Anatomy & Physiology and Advanced Physiology.    With non-stop schooling for 8 years, writing board exams, starting a business and then starting a family shortly thereafter, Laura understands the demands that come along with being a working mother, entrepreneur and feeling burnt OUT! For this reason, she's deeply passionate about helping women with chronic stress, anxiety and hormone imbalance resulting in Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Adrenal-Ovarian (HPAO) dysfunction (aka. adrenal fatigue). Using Nutrition, Supplements, Herbs, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Homeopathy, Laura addresses the root cause of the imbalance and equips the body with what it needs to heal and flourish with a strategic and individualized plan. Her main focus is helping busy and stressed out women feel energized, regulate their hormones and beat the feelings of burnout.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 in your first order for 20% OFF your purchase andjennpike15 for 15% OFF in all your following orders. www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “People fast to support their liver and their gut and to help decrease inflammation.” “When fasting is done right, it can be really helpful, but often it is not done correctly and as a result, prevents healing.” “Start your day with 16oz of quality filtered water and fresh lemon juice.” “Eat your last meal 3 hours before bed” “We are creatures of habits, and we need to maintain these habits through the circadian rhythm.” “65 to 75% of breast cancer and reproductive cancer risks come from lifestyle alone.” “Vitamin C is the number one antioxidant that our bodies requiere.” “Your skin is connected to your gut.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Happy New Year! Today I have a special episode for you, where I share my reflections and thoughts about 2020 and the energy I want to bring into 2021.   I am sharing with you 10 different teachings I took from this year, making it positive but also real. We need to clear the junk and step forward to be ready to receive the abundance that is coming for us in 2021.   Here are the main topics of this episode: How March 2020 changed all our plans and projections. 2020 was an incredible growth opportunity. Always listen to your intuition. Celebrate failure, since it is the first step for growth and transformation. Choose the energy and people you want to spend your time around. Growth happens depending on the quality of our conversations and questions. Embrace your feminine cycles. The doors I closed in 2020. Getting more flexible. Collaboration and community. Energy work. Improve your relationship with money. Develop healthy and clear boundaries.   Take the dreams and the goals that you have and ask yourself: Do they still serve you? Are you recycling your goals year after year? Even if you consider you are failing, that is still growth, you are moving forward. Get out of your head and realize how you want to feel in 2021. Sending you massive love and wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Laura Anderson ND  : Dr. Laura Anderson ND, is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and has been practicing since 2010. She was the Naturopathic doctor at Trent University Health Services for five years and spent two years as a part-time faculty member at Fleming College teaching Biology, Holistic Health, Anatomy & Physiology and Advanced Physiology.    With non-stop schooling for 8 years, writing board exams, starting a business and then starting a family shortly thereafter, Laura understands the demands that come along with being a working mother, entrepreneur and feeling burnt OUT! For this reason, she's deeply passionate about helping women with chronic stress, anxiety and hormone imbalance resulting in Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Adrenal-Ovarian (HPAO) dysfunction (aka. adrenal fatigue). Using Nutrition, Supplements, Herbs, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Homeopathy, Laura addresses the root cause of the imbalance and equips the body with what it needs to heal and flourish with a strategic and individualized plan. Her main focus is helping busy and stressed out women feel energized, regulate their hormones and beat the feelings of burnout.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners Today I want to talk about the main products I used in my company and home in 2020.   Saint Francis Herb Farm, Skin Essence Organics, and SUNWARRIOR are the companies that have been with me and my family over the years, I use their products on my body and with the people that I care the most, and that is the reason why I share them with you.   Garden of Life is a new show partner that has been added to our team. Garden of Life has 12 certifications with rigorous standards because they believe in truly clean products you can trust. These certifications ensure they’re getting all the good stuff from foods grown without any of the bad stuff. The Organic Elderberry Immune Syrup has been great to my family, we keep it in the fridge, it is a very concentrated syrup that has, apart from elderberry, echinacea, and vitamin C.   The number one product that I use in my practice for clinical use is Menopause Support. It does exactly what its name states, it helps alleviate the symptoms that a woman can oftentimes experience when she is in the transition from perimenopause to menopause. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   I talk about this product all the time! The E- Cream is my absolute favorite because it is the one product that goes with everything, it is simply incredible for calming and soothing skin and it has major anti-inflammatory properties, you can use it for dry skin to insect bites, rashes, and sunburn. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   I have been adding the Ormus Super Greens from SUNWARRIOR to my water. It is an amazing source of probiotics, is alkalizing to the body, helps the detoxification pathways, and it is super energizing. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “No matter how hard you try, people will always criticize you.” “Failure should be celebrated as a tool for growth.” “The quality of our lives is connected to the quality of the questions that we ask.” “Work on your flexibility, there is never only one way to do anything.” “Get out of the scarcity mindset.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

I hope you are having a great time during the holidays after a tough year, definitely one different from any other in the past. In today’s episode, we are going to talk about digestion, gut health, and also poop. We will dive deep into the root causes of the signs your digestive system is giving you, such as gas, bloating, constipation, and diarrhea. This episode is special because I am introducing Laura Bourne, the newest addition to our team!. Laura Bourne is a certified nutritional practitioner and her background is as an HR executive, she spent her entire career having difficult conversations as well as building amazing relationships with the people she has worked with. Here are the main subjects of this beautiful conversation with Laura Bourne:   What if it was as simple as changing your diet and lifestyle? How does healthy digestion look like and feel like? The ideal length, color and size of your poop. Checking transit time is really important How much do you whipe? The anatomy of a fart Abdominal pain 101 How long does it take to start getting rid from your discomfort? Common foods that can hurt your digestive system. Healthier versions for dairy and gluten. Essential oils for gut support. Make the time and space to move your bowels. How to apply essential oils. Start practicing healthy habits with your family.     Health does not have to be inaccessible, scary or overwhelming, it is fun, sexy, and easy!  Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.     Learn more about Dr. Laura Bourne :  Laura was an HR executive for 17 years. She was the person that had to plan and deliver really bad news (tough conversations like you didn’t get the job, we don’t think you are a fit, you are under investigation, you are fired). After hundreds (thousands?) of tough conversations that would make you squirm, she noticed the people who could get back up again all shared one thing in common: resiliency. Determined to understand more of how nutrition, stress, sleep, and emotions affects human performance, she returned to school to become a Holistic Nutritionist. She approaches her Nutrition Coaching from the viewpoint of productivity & performance. She teaches tired and burned out leaders, particularly moms, how to make time and space for wellness, and sje integrates doTERRA essential oils into my business.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners Every product I talk about in my shows belongs to a company I trust, and when I say trust, I mean it is used by me and my family, companies that have healed and nourished our bodies.   I have been choosing Saint Francis Herb Farm for years, this is a canadian organic farmers’ company created and run by herbalists, but not the average herbalists, they are multigeneration  herbal artisans for more than 30 years, researching and cultivating their knowledge and  their trade. Saint Francis Herb Farm is obsessed with herbs and the wisdom they have over our bodies to heal and nourish naturally. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   Skin Essence Organics is an eco-certified organic cosmetics, which is a hard certification to obtain in the field of cosmetics since they are typically unregulated bodies, meaning they are allowed to place any label on their products.  Remember that every product you put on your skin is absorbed directly into your body, and by choosing Skin Essence Organics you are assuring you are feeding your body with the purest ingredients straight from nature. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   SUNWARRIOR is the newest partner to the Simplicity Project but not to my life since I am using their products for over many years since it is company that believes that plants provide the most clean and powerful foods, rich in antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and fitonutrition. SUNWARRIOR products are meant to raise your vibration physically, mentally and emotionally. Their mission as a company is to guide individuals in a path of self actualization, so you can  become the best advocate for your health. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “The ideal length of your poop is the distance between your wrist and your elbow.” “Sometimes you can fix bloating and distention just by chewing your food more.” “Give yourself permission to listen to your body” “In order to recover your body will take one month for each year you had suffer from your discomfort.” “We are not meant to drink another’s animal milk, dairy is not meant for humans.” “Make the time and space to move your bowels”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

I am thrilled to have Dr. Marisol, founder of Queen of Thrones, joining me for today’s episode. Dr. Marisol is a naturopathic doctor who has certainly experienced feeling crappy! She figured out with her own experience dealing with gut issues and various autoimmune conditions, how to create a healing path and regenerate her system.   She developed an organic, clean, and pure castor oil line, and in today’s episode, Dr. Marisol will explain in detail why it is so effective for hair loss, breast health, cramps, liver, and gallbladder health.   Dr. Marisol and I talk about the spirituality of the choices that we make as consumers with our products.   Here are the main topics of a thoughtful conversation with Dr. Marisol:   The amazing uses and benefits of castor oil. The spiritual zone: we are all here to do a divine mission. The thyroid and your spiritual being. Every part of our bodies has a spiritual aspect. Uses and applications of castor oil: F.A.I.T.H. The benefits of nitric oxide. The best time and way to use castor oil. The benefits of castor oil for your digestive system. How castor oil can provide menstrual support. Your eyes are the window to the liver. Learn how to listen to your pain points. Are you waking up in the middle of the night? Your body has a message for you. Castor oil can help your breast tissue. Why you always want to keep high levels of melatonin. Three major factors that affect hair loss: stress, absorption, and hormones. How to treat hair loss with castor oil.   I want all of you to start 2021 with education, understanding, compassion, genuine sincerity, and kindness, these episodes filled with eye-opening content are my humble contribution to your life!  Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Marisol: Dr. Marisol is a world leader in natural medicine and an expert on gut health. She has experienced feeling sh*tty and figured out the hierarchy on how to get healthy. She has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars experimenting with what works and what doesn’t, and she bestows this all to you. She has been coronated as the Queen of the Thrones™ by her patients, as one of her passions is to educate people on their stools. Those who have worked with her state, “Just do what Dr. Marisol [ND] says and you will get better.” Others have experienced her as the resource for pants-down honesty, delivered in layman’s terms, “I know Dr. Marisol [ND] delivers the truth.” She is the people’s queen and speaks our language. She leads you toward the light with a strong hand, that is supported by compassion, kindness, and love. Dr. Marisol ND seeks to empower through education, to help you OWN your THRONE, not only in the bathroom but in your entire life. Her educational conferences and programs help people that feel like frogs turn into their true princes and princesses. She champions you to become your legend. Join her in the movement to help you take charge of your queendom so your life can be legendary. Help her to achieve her goal of being in 1 billion bathrooms by 2020.   Queen of Thrones’ Website Queen of the Thrones on Facebook Queen of the Thrones on Instagram Queen of Thrones on Youtube   Online working with Jenn: I want to introduce the newest addition to our team! Laura Bourne is a certified nutritional practitioner, an essential oil and wellness advocate, and an educator. She offers nutritional support, meal plan, lifestyle counseling, and so much more! Stay tuned for our episode releasing on December 28th where I am going to introduce her and go deep into all the nutrition tips you will need during the holidays.   To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners Today I am going to reply to some of the questions I have been receiving: Are there alternative medicines for cold or chest infections? In my home, we use Chest Rub Balm from Saint Francis Herb Farm, it comes in a pump because less is more with this amazing product! It helps to soothe the respiratory passages and has powerful healing properties.  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store. What to do when having sensitivities to the ingredient in protein powders? Get the purest Hemp protein powder, preferably unflavored (You can add any flavor you want chocolate, vanilla, you name it!). SUNWARRIOR Organic Hemp Protein Powder is my recommendation for your smoothies, oatmeal, pancakes, and into the mix for your gluten-free bread. This will not only increase your protein intake but also augment the amount of fiber and iron in your diet, just to name a few. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase. The weather got colder and our skin feels it, how can you fight skin dryness and irritation? Nourishand E-Cream from Skin Essence Organics are my daily allies, but for those of you who have really sensitive skin you need to try Soothe Facial Moisturizer which is formulated with a variety of organic herbs and plant oils that offer wonderful calming and soothing benefits, resulting in healthy-looking, radiant skin. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases skinessence.ca — Canada www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Our pain leads us to our purpose.” “Castor oil relaxes your nervous system.” “Castor oil can illuminate your vision for your life.” “We are in this world to pursue a divine mission.” “Your thyroid is connected to your voice, and it suffers when you are not speaking your truth.” “Digestion is directly affected by stress, if you are under stress you won’t be able to digest.” “Castor oil is known for stimulating nitric oxide in the gut which is a healing mechanism and one of the most important nutrients that promotes anti-aging.” “Castor oil reduces the size of any accumulation of tissues in your body.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children

Today’s episode is all about your breast health. I am diving deep into breast tenderness, what is causing the inflammation in your breast tissue, what is really going on when you feel this way, and I am giving you tips and suggestions about how you can start supporting your breast health.   Here are the main topics of this episode dedicated to your breast health: When is common to suffer from breast tenderness? Breast tenderness is a symptom. Differences between breast tenderness and severe pain. Cyclical breast tenderness could be a sign of hormonal issues. The causes of brain pain. How Fibrocystic breasts look and feel like. How to apply Breast Oil from Saint Francis Herb Farm Cator oil with DoTerra essential oils will help to reduce inflammation. Breast tumors Your breast during perimenopause Differences between cyclical and non-cyclical breast tenderness. The influence of stress on your breast health. What happens to your breast when you are pregnant? The pain of going through mastitis. What are your lifestyle choices that are contributing to breast tenderness? What to do if you know you have high levels of estrogen. The impact of alcohol consumption on your breast health The best supplementation to contribute to your breast health. Choose rich and real food. Sleep quality matters more than you think. Train base or your cycle. Become your own boob detector!     I hope that today’s episode has really opened up the conversation about your breast health and that this is one talk you will share with other women, but not before you have taken care and focused on your health first. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.     Online working with Jenn: I want to introduce the newest addition to our team! Laura Bourne is a certified nutritional practitioner, an essential oil and wellness advocate, and an educator. She offers nutritional support, meal plan, lifestyle counseling, and so much more! Stay tuned for our episode releasing on December 28th where I am going to introduce her and go deep into all the nutrition tips you will need during the holidays.   To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.     Learn more about our amazing show partners While recording this podcast I am doing a face and a hair mask simultaneously. As you know, I love using oil-based products, and Skinn Essence is the Canadian company that I have been using on my skin for years. I adore their Pure Cleanser and here is how I use it: Splash your face with warm water with a dime-size amount of Pure Cleanser and massage it into your skin Take a bit of Facial in a Jar which comes in powder form, and add it as an exfoliant. Leave it on for 40 minutes and wash. On my hair, I put some Castor Oil from Saint Francis Herb Farm and DoTerra Rosemary oil, massaged it into my scalp, and tie my hair in a bun to later have a warm shower to rinse everything off.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   Are you supporting your minerals? One of the reasons why women tend to have sore and tender boobs is due to the lack of magnesium, blood sugar instability, and an  underactive or overactive thyroid. My suggestion for all these women is to have Liquid Light from SUNWARRIOR, I love it because it is completely free of solvents, no chemicals, nothing is artificial, this beauty is made of purified water and an amazing mineral complex which is easy for your body to absorb. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Breast tenderness in itself is not a disease but often times a symptom of what is going on in your body.” “Cyclical breast tenderness is the most common.” “The DUTCH test is the only one that can give you the right information about your hormone production levels.” “Progesterone is what we need to prevent painful PMS symptoms.” “If you consume a lot of alcohol I can guarantee you are going to suffer from breast tenderness.” “Magnesium is proved to relieve PMS symptoms and reduce inflammation by more than 50%.” “It is so much you can change by simply focusing on getting better quality sleep.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

I recorded this episode for you! I have noticed a great increase in the consumption of alcohol in women in my life and practice due to the amount of stress, just as a result of life happening in 2020. Alcohol consumption creates a domino effect on our health, causing other struggles. When we drink too much, we tend to eat too much and we are often directed to foods that don't honor or nourish our bodies, we can have interrupted sleep patterns, we can also notice more inflammation and gut issues, and even weight gain.   I want to bring awareness to this topic that seems to be normalized.   Here are the main topics of today’s episode: Why does alcohol impact women differently than men? Alcohol contributes to massive oxidative stress. Increasing levels of alcohol impact your gut microbiome. Your symptoms are a result of your decisions. Alcohol contributes to more toxicity in your liver. Are you supporting your body to detoxify? Increased alcohol will impact your relationship with cortisone and cortisol. Why do you drink? Tips and suggestions to limit alcohol consumption. How to clean up the sneaky triggers.     At the end of the day, everything comes down to you, your habits and lifestyle decisions. Make conscious choices. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: I want to introduce the newest addition to our team! Laura Bourne is a certified nutritional practitioner, an essential oil and wellness advocate, and an educator. She offers nutritional support, meal plan, lifestyle counseling, and so much more! Stay tuned for our episode releasing on December 28th where I am going to introduce her and go deep into all the nutrition tips you will need during the holidays.   To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners I have been adding Rhodiola from Saint Francis Herb Farm in my water lately, it comes in a tincture form that helps with mental stamina and reducing fatigue. Rhodiola is a beautiful low tonal adaptogen. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   As the weather has been getting cooler, skin tends to get drier, I started treatments all around my nails and the Skin Essence Rosehip Seed Oil has been fantastic. It is super nourishing and hydrating while also being a great support for your cuticles and nails since it is rich in vitamins and antioxidants. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   I want to share a recipe for a gorgeous smoothie I made for myself recently: 1 scoop of SUNWARRIOR Classic Plus Protein Powder, I used the vanilla flavor that includes about 20grs of protein. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase. Cashew butter. Cashew Milk. Frozen cauliflower. A pinch of cinnamon.   Blend and add crushed pecans and additional cinnamon on top.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Women metabolize alcohol way slower than men do.” “Alcohol contributes to massive oxidative stress.” “A drink a day is probably too much.” “There is a direct correlation between the amount of alcohol we consume and increased rates of heart disease, increased risk of cancer and dementia.” “Losing weight should not be your main goal, your main motivation should be taking care of your health, so you can enjoy more quality time with your children and family.” “Avoid engaging with people who are asses.” “Your children are watching what you do, they are not listening to what you say.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Today I am going to take you on the journey of understanding the difference between PMS and PMDD, unfortunately, this is another subject in which we haven't got the proper education, and our girls are suffering due to this miseducation. I recently read a message that was supposed to be a little text for yourself in the morning that said something like this: “Dear beauty, I know today is the first day of your period but you are not meant to suffer.” So many of us have grown up believing that we are to dread our period, like some sort of curse and that it is impossible to not be moody and emotional, that our boobs are going to hurt and we will be crampy and in pain. These beliefs have only fed the disconnection from our bodies. Please listen: It does not have to be this way! That is why I am dedicating this episode to talking about PMS and PMDD, so you can tell the difference and have more tools to read the signs your body is giving you.   Here are the main topics of today’s episode: What can you expect a week prior to your period? PMS (Premenstrual syndrome): symptoms and signs. PMDD (Premenstrual dysphoric disorder) is much less common than PMS. The emotional signs that you shouldn’t ignore. Root causes of your dis-ease. The limitations of the regular blood tests. The right tests to assess your hormonal health. Why you should track your cycle. Moving your body according to the different phases of your menstrual cycle. Triggers for PMS. How to help your body to get rid of the excess of hormones. Do not neglect your protein intake! Quality sleep is a must! Are you supplementing well? Tips to reduce your stress. The products you are using also have an impact on how you are feeling. The relationship between antidepressants and gut function. Progesterone and your brain. Castor oil benefits.   Ladies, I hope you learned something from this episode, something that you can put into practice or may be information that can help a woman you love realize that none of us needs to suffer from our periods, but rather take them as an opportunity to listen to the signs they give us every single month in regards to our overall health. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Up to 75% of women who have their menstrual cycles experience PMS.” “Why would you want to keep feeling moody and  irritable?” “Changes in your hormonal levels are considered the main cause of PMS and PMDD.” “Dairy and periods do not go together.“   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children

Today I am excited for this new addition to the Audacious Woman Series which has been focused on seven common imbalances in a woman’s body, and this time I will dive deep into our Thyroid. But before I go any further you need to know that I am not your practitioner, I don’t know you personally, and that is the reason why I can only share general information to keep your awareness up. If you enter my program The Hormone Project we can begin working one on one with Dr. Laura Anderson hone in on your story, in order to help you reach a better understanding of your body and the signs it is sending you.   In this episode I will recommend what you should ask your doctor and what tests and elements of your blood work that need a closer look. I will also explain the functions of your thyroid and the impact it has on our overall health.   Here are the main topics of another episode in this awesome series: What is your thyroid responsible for? Different types of thyroid inflammation in your body. What are the signs of hypothyroidism? How can you tell if your thyroid is hyperactive? Autoimmune conditions that affect thyroids. The gut is where everything begins. How can you be diagnosed with Hashimoto’s? What does receiving “help” for your thyroid look like in the medical world? You can still struggle with symptoms even when you are taking thyroid medication. Digging into the root of what is going on in your body takes time. You have to address what is going on in your gut and rearrange your lifestyle choices in order to heal. Choose the right products to help your body detoxify. Get better quality sleep. Are you still consuming dairy and gluten? The thyroid doesn’t like to be overstimulated. Supplementation to help the thyroid. Nothing is isolated in your body. Postpartum thyroid health You have to serve yourself first, your family needs you. What tests to ask for? You need to test and not guess. Illness and healing doesn't happen linearly. Blood sugar stability matters! Tools for healing other than supplementation. The mental and emotional aspects affecting your thyroid.   I hope you can take advantage of this basic information on how to take care and support your thyroid as a starting point of your healing journey. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners Helping your thyroid is all about detoxifying and choosing your products wisely. Saint Francis Herb Farm offers the best quality products to assist you in your healing journey. I suggest you give Bladderwrack from Saint Francis a try, it is a carefully crafted tincture which is rich in iodine and is used in Herbal Medicine as a thyroid tonic, since it supports thyroid function and it is beneficial in the treatment of goiter. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   Our skin is our largest organ, every product you put on your skin, hair and nails is either contributing to your healing or increasing the toxicity in your body. That is why you need to shop smarter when it comes to choosing your skincare and beauty products. Skin Essence Organics is there to assist you all the way with their amazing customer support staff that can help you understand your skin type and which products your skin is craving.  While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   I highly recommend Liquid Light from SUNWARRIOR. It is a plant based fulvic acid mineral complex that nourishes your adrenals and body in general, restoring your iron levels and helping you to get your energy back. One cup a day is all you need! When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Thyroids are responsible for your metabolism but also for your energy, your body temperature, your hair, skin and nails, your fertility, mood and digestive system.” “Every organism in your body has a receptive cell waiting for your T3 which is the active form of your thyroid hormone.” “Most women suffer for two to three years before they get a proper diagnosis of what is going on with their thyroids.” “The gut is where everything begins.” “You heal when you sleep.” “Self care should not be a luxurious thing, you have to serve yourself first, your family needs you.” “What are you suppressing? What you are not saying is often expressed by your thyroid.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children. 

Today I am thrilled to introduce you to another part of the series on women’s imbalances. This episode is all about women’s androgens, like DHEA and testosterone, we have been taught that these are men’s hormones and don’t really matter, and this is the reason why they got really little attention from us. Understanding the importance of these hormones on our health is crucial to set us up for our body composition goals, our immune system, brain, and bone health.   Here are the main topics in this part of Seven Imbalances in a Woman’s Body on androgens: What are androgens? DUTCH Test: The perfect test to measure your androgens. How are you breaking down your hormones? What happens when there is an inflammatory response from your body. The difference between general recommendations and a specific protocol. Where and how you are producing your testosterone. What happens when you have high levels of DHEA and testosterone. Four different types of PCOS. DHEA is really an anti-age hormone. DHEA is essential for healthy fertility. Testosterone is your drive hormone. How to support your testosterone. Are you getting enough nutrients and food for your body? You need to train according to your cycle. Why are you suffering from hair loss? What to do if you have an underactive thyroid. Move towards real food! Breakfast matters, stop skipping it! Get dairy and gluten out of your diet. Stop drinking wine to deal with stress. Having orgasms helps to support neuro connection, your HPA axis, your adrenals as a whole and your hormones. How to support healthy and regular bowel movements. The benefits of healthy adrenals. Mental and emotional health has a great influence on your overall health.   Ask for what you need, be courageous enough to use your voice! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners Here is a recipe I stole from my daughter, this morning she made a really delicious smoothie with the following ingredients: 1 scoop of SUNWARRIOR Snicker Doodle Illumin8 Protein Powder which is a great source of protein and amino acids as well as several organic superfoods that support your microbiome, gut, and immune system and even more, it has the equivalent for a full serving of veggies and fruits. When buying at SUNWARRIORuse the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase. Pinch of cinnamon Brazil nut milk (1 cup of Brazil nuts with 4 to 5 cups of filtered water and just blend) Frozen cauliflower Banana Blend and enjoy it!   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Once your body uses a hormone, you have to break it down.” “When there is inflammation in your body, some enzymatic functions can be blocked.” “Testosterone is produced in your adrenals and your ovaries.” “Elevated estrogen could be part of a symptom of what is going on with the androgens.” “Ovarian cysts and follicles are not the same as PCOS.” “If you are dealing with PCOS your lifestyle is going to be the biggest predictor of your healing.” “DHEA is really an anti-age hormone.” “DHEA is essential to set you up for healthy fertility and healthy menopause.” “Testosterone is the one responsible for your sex drive.” “Breathing consciously is going to help your digestion and stress.” “Having orgasms helps to support neuro connection, your HPA axis, your adrenals as a whole and your hormones.” “When you have healthy adrenals you eliminate brain fog.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

This week, we are diving into the third part of the series about the Seven Most Common Imbalances in a Woman's Body, and today’s topic is all about Progesterone and Ovulation.   Not so long ago women’s period was recognized as the fifth vital sign, and doctors were instructed to ask girls and women about their periods as an indicator of their overall health. The truth is that even with these medical advances, women still don’t receive proper instruction about their bodies. If we were empowered as women we wouldn't be suffering so much, women are struggling, and this is the whole reason I created an entire program, masterclasses, and series to educate women about what has been happening to their bodies since the beginning of time.   Here are the main topics of this third piece of a series meant for every woman: The functions of progesterone. Are you making enough progesterone? The luteal phase is the only time when we make progesterone. What happens when you have PCOS? The truth about what happens to your body when you are on birth control and what can happen when you get off the pill. Signs and symptoms of progesterone deficiency. Understanding your cervical mucus. Testing for progesterone deficiency. How to detect ovulation. When to think about starting bioidentical hormone therapy. How can you make more progesterone? Your period is a beautiful gift! How can you support a healthy level of progesterone? Baseline supplements. Reduce your stress! Repeat the things that make you feel good. You know it because you feel it!   Hoping this episode helps you to approach the healing of your hormones with more compassion and more understanding. Keep showing up for yourself! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners I wanted to share my recipe for the amazing Warm Mug of Yum that I am drinking while recording this episode. Here are the ingredients:   1 scoop of Sunwarrior Tahitian Vanilla collagen-building peptides. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase. 1 scoop of Sunwarrior Classic Protein Plus Nutmeg Cinamon 1 spoon of Saint Francis Herb Farm Coconut Oil. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store. Cashew Milk Hot water   Blend and enjoy!   I also wanted to share what we used as Halloween makeup remover with my children. I used an organic cotton pad with some Soothe from Skin Essence Organics and I also put some on their faces, and I very gently got it all off! Soothe was my choice since its ingredients help ease irritated skin and I have to confess it worked beautifully! While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “If we were empowered as women we wouldn't be suffering so much.” “Doctors should always ask girls about their menstruation and advise them to track their cycles.” “Menstruation is an important reflection of a woman’s overall health.” “Progesterone is our calming hormone.” “Progesterone is a very sympathetic hormone, is the rest, digest, and pull back hormone.” “Your period is a beautiful gift, it is knowledge, it is a report card telling you everything that is going on in your body.” “You know it because you feel it!”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

This week, we are diving into the second part of the series about the Seven Most Common Imbalances in a Woman´s Body, and today’s topic is all about Estrogen Detoxification.   I am often reached out by women asking for recommendations about “a good detox” or “a juice cleanse”, and I am sorry to tell you, it is not that simple. There are different phases of detoxification in our bodies, and it is also crucially important to know what it that you are detoxing from. There are many substances you can detoxify from, like environmental toxins, chemicals, medications, and parasites just to name a few. In today’s episode,  we are talking about detoxification from estrogen and how to facilitate the liver and gut’s functions which are the main organs helping your body through this process.   As women, we are producing estrogen on a daily basis and that is why detoxifying from estrogen is not something you will only do once in your life, but several times throughout  your life.   Here are the main topics of the second part of this series: Your liver is the queen of the organs! The consequences of an exhausted liver The first step of detoxification is happening through the liver and the gut. Food sources that can help your system detoxify. Supplements and vitamins to support your detox process. Are you pooping daily? Check your digestive system and elimination before even starting detoxing. Reduce your exposure to chemicals, dairy, sugar, gluten, and even watch your animal protein intake. Protein powders, animal or plant-based? The effects that alcohol and coffee have on your body Why you should include Vitamin C in your diet. The amazing benefits of organic green tea! How to alkalize your system and reduce acidity. You need exposure to diversity. Seed cycling Managing your body fat percentage You can´t guess, you must test.   I hope these episodes contribute to reduce the weight you are carrying on, by supporting your health and guide your choices to be more conscious, grounded, and attuned with your health and life purposes.  Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners   Here are some of the products that will assist you in your detox process:   Designs for Health Digestive Enzymes Saint Francis Hepato DR for direct liver support contributing to its tone and functionality. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s productsonline using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store. SUN WARRIOR protein powder I love the Lean Meal Illumin8 which is a superfood powder that gives you 50 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase C+ BioFizz from Designs for Health Get rid of your toxic hygiene products! Skin Essence Organics create the most amazing skincare products that will nourish your skin and body! While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases skinessence.ca — Canada www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   . Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Your liver has more than 500 jobs to keep you breathing, blinking, and alive.” “You need a resilient liver as the main form of detoxification.” “Before starting a detox you have to take care of what is happening in your bowels” “You have to be able to break down the food that you eat in order to get the nutrients from it.” “Too much coffee will impact directly your estrogen levels and the health of your breast tissue” “A healthy microbiome depends upon the diversity of your diet.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

I wanted to put another series together for all of you, I know how much you have enjoyed the previous one directed at The Audacious Woman, and that is the reason why this new series is launching today. This time, it is about the Seven Most Common Areas of Imbalance in a Woman’s Body, those areas where there is a lot of confusion in regards to what we were historically being taught in terms of what we are doing to and with our bodies. The first area that I want to address is weight loss, and I have to say in the first place that I don’t even agree with that term!   During these seven episodes you will learn how to put on muscle and reconfigure your body composition, it is not about the number that the scale shows, but instead we should make our choices based on the composition of our body. I am also going to be giving you deeper information about your thyroid, estrogen, progesterone, androgens, DHEA and testosterone, aspects that could be contributing to conditions such as polycystic ovarian syndrome and Hirsutism (excess of hair growth). In this series, we will also dive deep into PMS and PMDD (Premenstrual dysphoric disorder). The whole purpose of this series is to bring you back to school, offering valuable information to promote a deeper connection between you and your body.   These are the main topics of the first episode of an amazing series:   I share my experience during my modelling years and how that opened my eyes in regards to body composition. The terrible effects of the diet culture. Your body composition impacts your brain, your ageing and hormones. The connection between exercise and your immune system. Back up and listen to your body! Nutrition and diet. Your macronutrients: Protein, fat, and fibre. Muscle growth is stimulated by exercise, protein, rest, and recovery. How much protein do you need to consume on a daily basis? Carbs are not the problem, it is most likely the kind of carbs you are choosing. Your thyroid health matters to your muscles. What happens during perimenopause and menopause? Lab test: Ask for a full thyroid panel.   You have to be patient and honest with yourself about the things that you are prepared to do and for those that you are not prepared to do yet, stop the cycle of “all or nothing”. Hoping today’s episode helps you start walking the path of recovering the precious connection with your body. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Muscle is the tissue that is the key for our hormonal health, vitality, and longevity.” “Trying to lose weight is not fun, it is a struggle which feels like it’s all about deprivation.” “Your hormones are chemicals and they are always in conversation with each other.” “If you have a specific goal you have to have specificity in order to achieve it.” “Muscle growth is stimulated by exercise, protein, rest, and recovery.“ “You have to be healthy in order to lose weight.” “When you are consuming enough protein you feel satiated.“ “When your blood sugar is stable you won't have cravings.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Dr. Shyamala is a Clinically-trained Leadership & Relationship Coach and has spent the last two decades helping people master their emotional intelligence. Her mission is to help women build High-Performance Relationships in every area of their life. She is the founder of The EQ Code, a high-touch coaching program designed to help high performers transform the way they think, communicate, and lead.   Shyamala is also the founder of the Kiru Wellness Clinic, a mental health practice dedicated to the entire family system. She spent several years on the Board of Directors for the Ontario Association for Marriage & Family Therapy. As a speaker, Shyamala provides frequent talks and workshops on a local, national, and international scale. Shyamala is a media expert, having appeared on a national television show for nearly a decade and makes guest appearances on CTV, CP24 as well as frequent pieces of print media.   Today, Dr. Shymala and I have a deep conversation about women, the patterns of our childhoods that model our current decisions, our symptoms and their root causes, the different styles of communication, and how important is to take a look at our boundaries and relationships since these are the ones that are directly linked to the quality of our lives.   Here are the main topics of a great conversation: Shymala talks about her backstory. The raw reality of burnout. The moment when you realize that the tools that used to work for you are not sufficient anymore. Do you feel that you don’t have “permission” to renegotiate your boundaries and relationships? The quality of your life is determined by the quality of your relationships. The difference between a symptom and a root cause. The templates that we experienced in our families of origin, are the patterns that we will subconsciously try to replicate. Women tend to over-function and subsequently end up promoting under-functioning family members. You are responsible for your happiness. The four primary communication styles. The fifth style of communication: The Alternator. CASE: A frame that can help you to guide a difficult conversation (Context, Ask, Specify, ReEmbrace and let go). Relationships are systemic: if one part of the relationship changes the other parts will have to change. Who are you looking for permission from?   Hoping this conversation helps you to move in the direction of strengthening your skills in the emotional intelligence arena. These are guidelines for you to start showing up to your life and relationships, you deserve it! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Shayamala Kiru:  Dr. Shayamala Kiru Dr. Shayamala Kiru  on Instagram Dr. Shayamala Kiru: The EQ Lab  on Facebook   The 4 Brain Traps that will Ruin Your Relationships.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners I want to share a product that I frequently use to take care of my throat. My voice is the instrument to do what I do and the one that allows me to reach out to all of you, and occasionally it suffers after I simply asked too much of it. Every time I feel my throat tired I use the Saint Francis Herb Farm Stop It Cold Throat Spray, its ingredients are not only soothing but have antiviral and antibacterial properties. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farmproducts.   You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   My skin switched 100% when I started using all the amazing Skin Essence Organics product lines. I know it can be complicated to change the skin care products you are used to, to more natural ones but I encourage you to take advantage of the great discounts they are offering for our community, and I can assure there is no turning back!   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   I use a product called Liquid Light from SUNWARRIOR which is a plant-based fulvic acid mineral complex created by nature in ancient plant deposits well before modern pollutants existed. If your body struggles to absorb minerals this product is exactly what you need. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Our backstories are really powerful indicators of where our passion lies.” “When you know what you know you can't unknow it.” “The quality of your life is linked to the quality of your relationships.” “Often the symptoms of depression and anxiety are rooted in the inability to navigate relationships.” “Things get worse before they get better.” “If you make a change, everyone in your family will try to bring you back where you used to be.” “You are radically responsible for your happiness” “In a healthy relationship there are constant renegotiations of boundaries.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children

The legendary Udo Erasmus is a pioneer of the health and wellness industry having created FLAX SEED OIL and the Healthy Oils/Fats Movement. He is also the co-founder of the UDO'S CHOICE supplement brand, a global leader in cutting edge health products, selling tens of millions of bottles of healthy oils, probiotics, and digestive enzymes. Erasmus invented the methodology and machinery that created the healthy fats/oils industry. Udo is an accomplished author of multiple books including Fats that Heal Fats that Kill that has sold over 250,000 copies worldwide. He has extensive education in Biochemistry and Biology, a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology, and has impacted over 5,000,000+ lives by passionately conducting 5,000+ live presentations, 3,000+ media interviews, 1,500 staff trainings, and traveled to 40+ countries with his message on how to achieve perfect health. Udo is a speaker at Tony Robbins events (on oils) and Deepak Chopra's (on peace) and has lectured at conferences on five continents. Here are the main topics of this eye-opening conversation: Udo shares the sacred story behind his amazing products. A healthy body needs sunlight, oxygen, water, and food. Your sickness is someone’s profit. Life is within you, it wants you healthy and that is why makes everything in your body run as perfectly as possible. All the answers that you need are within you, you just need to listen to the signs and symptoms your body gives you. Why you should play with your food. The power of oils. The risks of heating oil. Do and don´t while cooking Your food should be fresh, whole, raw, organic, in-season, locally grown, sun ripped, and mostly plant-based. Ask yourself: “What am I doing and how far out of line am I?” From frying to boiling, from boiling to steaming, and from steaming to raw. A plant-based vs paleo diet. Omega 3 and 6 amazing benefits The role of probiotics in your overall health. Why you should include fiber and bitter herbs to your diet for better digestion. Improving hormone function.     I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did! There is so much that we can do to improve our healths and Dr. Udo Erasmus delivers lots of easy-to-out-into-action tips for you to start doing what you can and enjoy a healthier and longer life. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Udo Erasmus :  Udo Erasmus on Instagram Udo Erasmus on Facebook Fats that Heal, Fats that Kill: The Complete Guide to Fats, Oils, Cholesterol, and Human Health, Udo Erasmus OUR BODY NEEDS AN OIL CHANGE  Learn more about TOTAL SEXY HEALTH which is a course that addresses an 8-step process that takes into consideration all of the elements of whole health, including mental health, presence and awareness, life energy, and being in harmony with nature and humanity.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners My family and I have stuck for this season Elderberry Cough Syrup by Saint Francis Herb Farm, which apart from having a sweet delicious flavor is not only used for treating cough but it is also great if you have a sore throat since it has marshmallow root in it and wild cherry which is an anti-inflammatory. We use  Elderberry Cough Syrup every time someone has a little headache, temperature elevation, or congestion. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   Oversanitizing can cause your hands to be extremely dry and the constant use of a mask can create irritation in the mouth area and the edges of the nose. My favorite product to use in these cases is the Chocolate Mandarin from Skin Essense Organics is a hair, body, and lip balm, its soothing properties are simply amazing since its rich ingredients will heal, keep the natural moisture of your skin, and prevent scars. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Lastly, I want to share a recipe with all of you! This delicious shake is called Green Power: -  Filled a liter Mason Jar with filtered water -  Arugula -  ½ of fresh organic cucumber -  1 organic green apple -  1 scoop of Genuine Health Vegan Vanilla Protein Powder -  1 scoop of Sunwarrior Beuty Greens Collagen Booster, it is delicious and brings kale, spinach, moringa, spirulina, broccoli sprout concentrate, and carrot as well among other rich ingredients. It is amazing for your hair, skin, nails, and even to your teeth and bones. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase. -  1 scoop of creatine. Mix and enjoy!!!   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “If you are not taking responsibility for your health, nobody is, the doctor gets pay if your illness gets worse and even if you die.” “The health management system is really a disease management system.” “In order to have a healthy body, you need sunlight, oxygen, water, and fresh, whole, organic, and mostly plant-based food.” “Somebody is getting profit from you being sick.” “Life is on your side, life wants you healthy.” “If you have a problem about how to live, ask life” “All the answers that you need are within you.” “Life perspective in nature: fresh, whole, raw, organic, in-season, locally grown, sun ripped, and mostly plant-based.” “Change your way of eating/cooking one step at the time: From frying to boiling, from boiling to steaming, and from steaming to raw.” “If you are not able to digest raw food is because your digestive system has been deteriorating as a result of your eating habits.”  “Oils help you absorb your foods’ nutrients more effectively.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children. 

Erin is an author, small business owner, personal development mentor, and podcast host. After earning her master’s degree in Counseling Psychology and pursuing her career in school counseling, she made the bold decision to leave her position to be a full-time mom and start her own photography business. After personally experiencing and healing from severe anxiety in motherhood, Erin has shifted her small business to offer mentoring for mothers who suffer from anxiety and overwhelm giving them the tools they need to heal their anxiety one layer at a time through physical health, energetic awareness, and scheduling hacks. Her latest book, Motherhood Stripped, is a deep dive into understanding anxiety in motherhood followed by a comprehensive outline of tangible tools for mothers to use in managing their own anxiety.   Here are the main topics of a much needed conversation about motherhood :   Erin shares some of her personal and professional journeys. Feeling alone makes motherhood harder Being a mom is hard. When becoming a mother becomes part of your identity. How to take care of yourself as a woman when you become a mother. The physical changes during pregnancy and while giving birth. “My feminine side saved my life” Erin shares some of the tools she uses at the Layered Growth Method. Setting healthy boundaries. Work on your personal development. We are all in the same boat in regards to motherhood Erin talks about the essence of her podcast.     Hoping this conversation helps to demystify motherhood, and to normalize the difficulties and challenges of becoming a mother. You are not alone! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Erin Joyce Miller:    Erin Joyce Mentoring Motherhood Stripped: An Honest Discussion of the Anxiety of Motherhood in Hindsight and How to Live Motherhood with Joy from Foresight, Erin Joyce Miller Enrollment for  The Layered Growth Academy opens on October 15, 2020 Erin Joyce on Instagram Erin Joyce’s Podcast: Some Boat Huddle Erin Joyce Co on Facebook   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners I want to share some listener’s questions, hoping that the answers can be useful to many of you: Do you ever use a face mask? I do! I use a mask once and sometimes twice a week. The mask that I really like, it is a mineral mask and it is called Skin Softening Mineral Mask Nurture by Skin Essence Organics, it helps to soothe and soften the skin, it is great to reduce redness and any irritation. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   What protein powder do you use? The protein powder that I use is called Lean Meal Illumin8 by SUNWARRIOR, I simply love it! It has mushrooms, organic cinnamon, MCT oil, kelp, and many fruits and vegetables. It is also a great source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and its completely whole food-based. This amazing protein powder can even be a good meal replacement if you have a busy day. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can purchase Saint Francis Herb Farm’s products online using the code Jennpike15 and save 15% off all of your purchases or directly in your closest Health Food Store.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “It is ok not to follow the shoulds” “This is what no one wants to say out loud: Being a mom is hard.” “No one had the smooth and magical experience that commercials show about being a mother.” “My first step  towards healing was finding a hormonal nutritionist.” “Living according to someone else’s expectations, disconnects you from yourself and from what you really want.” “You can change your mind at any point, and no one should make you feel bad about that.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star, and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Jess is a full-time entrepreneur (business coach), CEO, speaker, philanthropist, and former celebrity personal trainer based in NYC. After 8 years teaching elementary school and building a successful health/fitness "side hustle", she quit her comfortable, secure job to go all in and take a risk on herself.   Since leaving her job in 2017, she grew her cute side hustle to a million dollar online business, hired a team of incredible heart-centred humans, served hundreds of clients, raised & donated $50,000 to charity, and been featured in Forbes, Shape, The New York Post, The Today Show, Good Day New York, Oxygen Magazine, Well + Good to name a few.   Her mission is to cause a ripple effect and inspire change for generations to come; making a massive impact and leaving a lasting legacy beyond her singular actions. Here are the main topics of an amazing conversation: Jess shares the challenges and growth in her professional career. Facing change and embracing the transition. Creating a team. Jess talks about how overtraining and exhausting herself to the extreme led her to hit rock bottom. The analogy between growing a garden and growing a business. Jess shares how she recovered from burnout. Jess shares her morning routine. Creating energetic boundaries. Tips to entrepreneurs that feel overwhelmed. The loop list technique. You are the secret sauce.   I wish you to feel inspired by Jess’s story of transformation, personal growth, and success. Dare to pursue your wildest dreams! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Jessica Glazer:  Jess Glazer Reading vault How to Price with Confidence Post-It to Profit Jessica Glazer on Instagram Jessica Glazer on Facebook   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners I want to answer some of the questions I received: What is one thing you can do for your children in the morning before going to school that will support their bodies? Introduce the Deep Immune Tincture by Saint Francis Herb Farm, this amazing product will support their immune system and even if they get sick it will be shorter and the symptoms will be milder.   What is the best moisturizer for dry skin? First, make sure you are exfoliating daily. Apply Facial-in-a-Jar from Skin Essense Organics to your skin, and later apply Neroli Facial Moisturizing Serum from Skin Essense Organics which is a rich serum that offers deep hydration and helps to improve the overall skin texture and elasticity. Really massage it in your skin and lastly apply E-Cream which will also contribute to reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.   Can silver be used for immune support? My family uses Silver Immune Shield by Sunwarrior. Silver has natural antibiotic, antifungal, antiparasitic, and antibacterial properties. Silver helps to interrupt the metabolic reaction and inhibits cellular replication that contributes to becoming ill more frequently.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Entrepreneurship is like a roller coaster.” “All feedback is neutral.” “Changing expectations always brings disappointment, creating energetic boundaries causes resistance.” “Don’t let someone’s agenda become your schedule.” “When you feel overwhelmed just focus on ONE thing.” “Put the hardest things first in your to-do list.” “Don't compare yourself, you are the secret sauce.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

I am joined today by Shana Lee, to talk about the oft difficult path through healing. In today’s episode, we are diving deep into the obstacles you might encounter in your way to growth, transformation, and achieving your health, personal, and professional goals. Shanna shares practical suggestions for you to put into action right away.   Shanna Lee is an intuitive healer and celebrity manifestation coach, business catalyst, and #1 best -selling author of The Soul Frequency: Your Healthy, Awakened and Authentic Life as well as the host of The Soul Frequency Show podcast. She has a deep passion for leading the conversation on raising energy frequency and creating a life founded on truth and alignment. Shanna is also a speaker, businesswoman, and consultant to executives of Fortune 500 companies, celebrities, influencers, and fashion industry experts. She is an expert in leading purpose-driven individuals and supporting the development of their core mission from the ground up.   Here are the main topics of an enlightening conversation: Stability is an illusion. Humanity is going to shift. Shanna shares ways to begin to feel more grounded and connected. The power of practicing acceptance. Questions to free your soul. Creating high-vibe habits. Why it is so hard to be consistent. How other people in your life can influence your growth. How to strengthen your resiliency muscle. The alignment conversation. The best gift you can give to your loved ones is to fill your own cup. Pay attention to the words that you use to choose. Which are the words that trigger you? Who you are vs who you think you should be. What does your soul really want?   Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Shanna Lee:  The Soul Frequency The Soul Frequency on Instagram The Soul Frequency on Facebook The Soul Frequency: Your Healthy, Awakened and Authentic Life, Shanna Lee The Soul Frequency Show podcast Soul Frequency: The alignment Conversation   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners I want to share the answers to some questions I received, I am sure these can be useful for many of you: - Do your children have recurrent ear infections? I can recommend what we use, which is the Ear Oil by Saint Francis Herb Farm which has garlic, calendula, and mullen, these powerful ingredients help to relieve inflammation, pain, and discomfort. It also contributes to reducing the itching and production of wax or mucus.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    - What can you use in the morning underneath your makeup? I love to use an oil called Light by Skin Essense Organics, it is super hydrating and fast-absorbing while toning my skin.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International. - Can collagen only be mixed into elixirs? No way! I usually incorporate it into my shakes. Lately, I have been using Beauty Greens Collagen Booster from Sunwarrior, it has the equivalent to a whole serving of vegetables in it. This collagen booster helps you hydrate from inside out, it is super alkalizing and also supports collagen production. Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Stability is an illusion, nature is in motion.” “Acceptance is the fertile soil for you to be able to plant something new.” “Don’t look forward to what used to be, look forward to what is to be.” “Your past is like a treasure chest, there you will find the keys to free yourself today.” “We have a lot of resistance to consistency as human beings.“ “Consistency is going to change your energetic frequency and your life, that is why consistency is challenging, we are ultimately afraid of falling out of the love and acceptance of the people in our life.” “By making your life better, you are contributing to others improving their own.” “Tension is who you think you should be, relaxation is who you are.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

This one is another episode of the Audacious Woman Series, which will be about carving and creating that vision for yourself, your life, your health, your wealth, and your relationship, and it’s about the success tips and the steps to set clear micro-goals for yourself and take consistent daily action. I am also going to talk to you about the vital importance of protecting your energy and setting loving and fierce boundaries for yourself. You are worthy of the health, the business, the financial abundance, the relationships, and love you deserve.   Here are the main topics of this amazing episode: Make the time for yourself to create the vision you want for yourself. Where do you come from? Where are you going? Choose a word that describes your year. How do you raise your vibration? Who do you surround yourself with? Who inspires you? Learn to outsource: cleaning, bookkeeping, accounting, meal prep, yard work... build your team! Which area do you need to work on developing? What is getting in the way of creating the life you want? What are you willing to stop doing to create the life that you want to have? Don´t be attached to certainty and consistency, things are always evolving and changing. There is no better time than now to achieve your goals, it will take work, but you are worth it. What really distracts you? Where is your health right now? What about your finances? Minimize and simplify as much as you can. Schedule your own day. Treat yourself!   “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate, our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure, it is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us, we ask ourselves: Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small doesn’t serve the world.” — Marianne Williamson   Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Ignite Your Life: Creating Radical Resiliency “Ignite Your Life” this phrase became a mantra to me in 2015, it meant saying goodbye to feelings, habits, and rituals that were no longer serving me, and this farewell allowed me to cross that bridge and say hello to the new, to really give a chance to all the work that I was doing for years that came together in a special event that carried the name of my mantra: Ignite Your Life. I have held that event every year since 2015.   2020 is our five year anniversary and we have to adapt to the current circumstances: on Sunday, October 4th, Ignite Your Life is not only going virtual but around the world, and the theme for this year is about creating radical resilience. There is so much misinformation about our health and so much information that should be sent out to the masses but it’s been held back and as a result, you are not informed about what it truly means to have greater health, to support your immune system, your mindset and so much more… this event will crush your confusion about all these, and will light a flame, empowering knowledge and confidence.   This event will introduce you to people, products, and companies that you can bring into your life. There will be discounts, prizes, and giveaways that sum up to $10,000 for those who are attending!!   Sign in at jennpike.com/igniteyourlife   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month.   Learn more about our amazing show partners: While listening to this episode, I recommend you a supercharged elixir. Here is my recipe: 2 tablespoons of dandy blend, A pinch ofcinnamon,  A scoop of Tahitian Vanilla Collagen from SunWarrior which is a building protein powder and boosts your own body’s ability to produce collagen. Oat or coconut creamer or almond milk Hot water Blend it all and enjoy it!   Another thing you can do while listening is to create a little spa environment for yourself, take an opportunity to do a mask for your hair, and for your face. I tend to choose Nourish by Skin Essence Organics, its base is jojoba  which is a neutral oil for all skin types, it also has rosehip that is very healing and macadamia oil which is nourishing beyond belief, among other organic and amazingly nourishing ingredients. Your hair and skin are going to love it!   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   If you haven’t had the best day, you can still create a more soothing environment for yourself. An oil that you can use to relieve inflammation and pain is Castor Oil from Saint Francis Herb Farm, you really need to have this one at home, it is amazing for your uterus, your fallopian tubes and awesome for your bowels, liver, gallbladder, blood and lymph. Just generously massage it over the area of your uterus and place a hot towel on top. Castor oil also works wonderfully for digestive struggles. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Discipline is the stage before new habits kick in.” “A healthy life well thought and lived is the result of a series of decisions, decisions that are simplified by our routines.” “Women are the most resilient beings.” “Money creates the opportunity for freedom of choice.” “Don’t fear failure, don’t be attached to certainty and consistency, things are always evolving and changing”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children

I am thrilled that Ashley Fillmore is joining me on this episode! Ashley has a degree in Exercise and Nutrition and she specializes in sustainable weight loss for women. Ashley assists women in changing the composition of their bodies, caring for their health, avoiding constant dietary restrictions and overtraining, by changing their lifestyles and habits and understanding the root causes that triggered the habits that were creating dis-ease.   Ashley does not hesitate to share her own struggles, and how even when she was receiving compliments about how she looked, she felt miserable on the inside. Also, as it happens to most mothers, having children changed Ashley’s life radically.   Ashley and I also talk about how the pandemic has affected lots of women in their ability to take care of themselves, being at home all the time with homeschooled children and serious changes in daily habits and routines has really disrupted the health goals of many.   These are the main subjects of an amazing conversation: Ashley talks about her professional and personal journey Appearances are misleading in regards to our health. The mental and emotional toll of over-exercising and pushing yourself to dieting and restriction. What happens when your self-worth and identity are attached to your image. That moment when you hit rock-bottom. Ashley shares the structure of her coaching program for sustainable weight loss. Restructure your life to support your goals. The impact that the pandemic had on women.   Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Ashley Fillmore: Ashley has been in the health and fitness industry for over a decade and holds an undergraduate degree in Exercise and Nutrition. After graduating, she realized she wanted to specialize in sustainable weight loss for women, so she got advanced certifications in women's health and hormonal balance (concerning sustainable fat loss). She worked at a Health facility for 8+ years before starting her own company in 2015. She started her company and started a family at the same time. She had her first daughter in 2015 and had her second in 2018, so she has been busy! She went 100% online about a year ago and her business is thriving. They also launched their multivitamin in 2017 and it's sold worldwide! She has been coaching women on sustainable weight loss, helping them heal their metabolism, exercise correctly, and improve their quality of life for over a decade. She is very passionate about helping women become the healthiest version of themselves. Even as a professional in this field, she got caught in the dieting trap years ago, damaged her metabolism, hormones, and relationship with food. It took her years to recover from this, so her goal is to teach her clients how to go about weight loss the right way. She is a mother, wife, and business owner, so she knows firsthand how easy it can be to put yourself on the back burner, but she believes we have to prioritize ourselves and that we can´t neglect our health! Purefit Studio If you are seeking sustainable weight loss/fat loss, apply to work with Ashley directly in her 1:1 coaching program. Free bodyweight fitness challenge, SimplyFit. Ashley Fillmore on Instagram Ashley Fillmore on Facebook    Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month. Don´t miss the 50% discount we are offering for a limited time!   Learn more about our amazing show partners I want to share with you today an amazing smoothie that I am sipping while recording this episode. Here is my recipe to prepare in a 1L jar: 2 scoops of Sunwarrior Lean Meal Illumin8 the flavor I chose was Snickerdoodle, it simply tastes amazing! Great source of protein and plenty of superfoods and veggies in it. 1 cup of coconut milk 1 cup of filtered water 2 handfuls of arugula 2 tablespoons of sunflower butter Some frozen cauliflower 2 droppers of Saint Francis Herb Farm Schisandra, this is a tincture that does not change the taste of the shake, it’s a great way to care for my adrenals and contributes to promoting a restorative sleep time at night. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   I am using a face mask as I am recording too! The mask I am using is what I call the “Mask to Relax” from Skin Essence Organics, it is a mineral-based mask that I just adore! While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Everyone thought I was so healthy and looked great, but inside I felt everything was wrong.” “Your self-worth and identity should not be attached to your image.” “No one had time to prepare for the sudden impact that COVID had on our lives.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   Links to a search page, not a profile.

Dr. Hrkal is a board-certified Naturopathic doctor with a clinical practice in the Toronto area at 2 integrative clinics. He has a special interest in neurological health, chronic pain and brain injuries, writing and lecturing extensively on these topics. He is a member of the scientific advisory board of Complete Concussion Management, an international leader in research-based concussion management education, and is the co-founder of The Concussion Fix. He also has extensive experience in the natural health industry where he has been a scientific advisor and medical director for nearly a decade educating clinicians and formulating science-based products.   I reached out to Dr. Hrkal specifically in regards to women and how a concussion impacts our hypothalamic, pituitary, adrenal (HPA) axis, our hormones, and our health overall. During this episode, we also talk about sleep, the care that can be implemented, and how to get connected with practitioners who can help you move faster on your trajectory towards healing.   Here are the main topics of this amazing conversation: How a concussion can change your life. What are the symptoms of post-concussion syndrome? Stopping inflammation is a must in order to start healing. How our nervous systems have been impacted by the pandemic. What is the hypothalamic, pituitary, adrenal (HPA) axis, and how can a concussion impact it? Tests you should ask for when consulting a doctor. Hormones and brain injuries. Why women have double the chance of getting a brain injury. Nutritional steps you can take to protect and heal your brain. Different magnesiums for different effects. The most effective dietary approach to support brain injury recovery. Hrkal explains how The Concussion Fix works.   Hoping this episode can help you or someone you love to ease the path towards healing from brain injury. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Paul Hrkal :  Email Dr. Hrkal at paulhrkalnd@gmail.com Visit Dr. Paul Hrkal’s website The Concussion Fix: An online evidence-based, step-by-step plan to feeling better and recovering from a concussion or brain injury all from your own home at your own pace. Nutrition, mindfulness, sleep, neck exercises, hormones and so much more! Dr. Paul Hrkal on Instagram Dr. Paul Hrkal on Facebook   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have a live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month. Don´t miss the 50% discount we are offering for a limited time!   Learn more about our amazing show partners I want to share with you some amazing tips about allergy relief. How can you support your immunity for allergies? First of all, cutting down dairy 100% made a difference for me but later on in life, we moved to our house which is surrounded by nature  and I have noticed during certain months that my son and I get a little irritated. What we use is Allergy Relief by Saint Francis Herb Farm which is a tincture formula, it is non-drowsy and it is amazing when you get sneezy, congested or if you have itchy eyes. The gorgeous combination of specific herbs, adaptogens, and homeopathic ingredients makes this tincture my favorite when it comes to fighting allergy symptoms. I have clients that have also used the Sinafect when they have acute sinus congestion.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   My second tip for today is about hair nourishment when your hair starts to feel really dry. There is an oil called Nourish from Skin Essense  Organics which is immensely rich in specific oils that could be applied on the skin and also on the hair. I use two pumps of oil on my hand and hug the bottom of my hair and squeeze down.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   With regards to support and balance for your skin, you should know collagen is the most abundant protein in our body and that is why I constantly use a lot of collagen in elixirs and smoothies. I can have marine and bovine collagen but I have recently experimented with Collagen Building  Protein Peptides by Sunwarrior which helps my body create collagen on its own, and are plant-based amino acids and peptides that are precursors to collagen.   Sunwarrior is committed to producing the most amazing plant-based proteins and superfoods, with the mission of transforming not only our bodies but the planet. It is time to turn back to nature!   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “You have to address every piece of the pie for your healing when it comes to brain injury.” “When your brain is inflamed you can't get better until you stop that inflammation.” “Brain injuries are a stressor.” “Women have double the chance to get a brain injury.” “You have the building blocks to properly heal your brain.” “You need iron to adequately transport the oxygen into your cells.” “Vitamin D is a powerful neuro-hormone.” “Not all magnesium is created equal.” “Avoiding gluten is the most effective way to reduce inflammation.” “Nutrition has to come before you jump into pills and supplements.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Welcome to episode 100 of The Simplicity Sessions Podcast! I am so grateful to each and every one of you that have been accompanying me on this beautiful journey.   I had never dreamed that this podcast would become such an amazing way to reach out to all of you. I appreciate the support of our sponsors, who came along in an organic way: Saint Francis Herb Farm and Skin Essense Organic, two companies that offer products that I have been using for years and whose benefits I am able to share with all of you.   I am so proud to share that we have a new addition to our family of show partners: Sunwarrior, a company that is committed to producing the most amazing plant-based proteins and superfoods, with the mission of transforming not only our bodies but the planet.   This special two-part episode is going to guide you behind the scenes in my home. The first part is the audio you are about to hear and the second part will be released on Monday, September 7th on Simplicity TV on Youtubewhere you will be able to see the inside of my home, while I show you the products I use and the way I set everything up to support the habits that we have created.   Let the home journey begin!: The bathroom: Keep as few products as possible and filter your water. Make your own products with DoTerra essential oils. Choose feminine care products that suit you. Get a Squatty Potty. The bedroom: Create a space that meets your needs and that triggers inspiration. Your bedroom needs to be (completely) dark at night. Have words around you that remind you of what you are moving towards. A whiteboard keeps me focused. Keep a journal for brain dumping. A cool sleeping environment promotes a night of healthier sleep. Dog care. The laundry room: Keep away the chemicals, make your cleaning products yourself! The Kitchen: Vitamins, supplements, and the smoothie section are visible and available. Buy organic and local and get food prepared and frozen. Internet management. The benefits of a sauna are amazing during the coldest months.   I hope our home and family habits inspire you to find your own way to declutter and choose ways that work for you and your loved ones. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   You can now start this program at any time, take it at your own pace, and have live group, weekly coaching classes, with me and my team as well. You will get lifetime access to the program, starting with a 1:1 session with me, testing, classes, core modules, my recipes, exercise calendar, and masterclass series. We are waiting for you to join the Hormone Project!   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   This is a membership site where you will get lifetime access to more than 60 classes according to each phase, plus the masterclasses I give every month. Don´t miss the 50% discount we are offering for a limited time!   Learn more about our amazing show partners Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Sunwarrior is committed to producing the most amazing plant-based proteins and superfoods, with the mission of transforming not only our bodies but the planet. It is time to turn back to nature!   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “In regards to hygiene products keep it simple and minimal, make your own products and recycle the containers.” “Simplicity: Less stuff, less work, less expense, equals more money, more time, more joy. Less equals more.” “What is your starting point? What works for you?” “The warmer your body gets when you sleep, the more disruptive your sleep is.” “Having structure and planning creates more freedom.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

“The divine femininity of an audacious woman is intuitive. She creates a life that is worth living, she plays well outside the box, she invents creative solutions, she expands her thinking and her mindset and attracts new forms of success and abundance. She's playful, she’s beautiful, she´s circular and dynamic. She is vulnerable, receiving and she is nurturing!”   I have been doing a series of podcasts directed to what I call the audacious woman. My definition of an audacious woman is the one who is curious and is craving for more but in a “do-less” approach, the one who is trying to fulfill the desires she has for herself, her career, and her family, without burning herself down.   You can create abundance, financial prosperity, an amazing family, and still have time for your own health and well being.   Today’s episode is about body care for the audacious woman, about every little decision you make every day to take care of yourself, those things matter most than sticking to a diet.   Here are the main topics of this episode: You are worthy, you deserve better. Pay attention to the small details that are making your patterns and habits. Hitting rock bottom. Charge your worth: Review your personal story with money. What are you meant to create and accomplish? Dare to reach your dreams! Time management and cyclical living. Uncovering the hormone imbalances. Revise the way you are moving/exercising: How does your body feel? Support your digestive and detoxification systems. How intermittent fasting works for me. Sleep hygiene. The products you use on your skin have an impact on your gut microbiome, your immune system, and your hormones. My morning routine starts with a 5-minute journal. The power of 9. How supplements work for me. Walking saved my soul! Learn to connect to your divine femininity.   Discovering your own path is a blessing! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners During today’s episode, I mentioned some of my health allies, here I listed them for you, (please remember that the dosages I mention are the ones that work for my body): Saint Francis Hepato DR: Helps decongest your liver while supporting your digestion (I took it two times every day, for six months. Now I take it when I feel like I need it). Canadian Digestive Bitters By Saint Francis Herb Farm: Digestive Enzymes in a tincture or capsule form. Doterra Fractionated Coconut Oil: I use it as a carrier oil and then add different essential oils, like Citrus, Tangerine, and Wild Orange. I massage them directly onto my skin . E cream from Skin Essence Organics: is a balanced skin balm that contains a wide variety of plant extracts that offer calming, soothing, and anti-inflammatory benefits.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Be patient with yourself!” “What are you moving towards?” “Be witness to your own growth.” “The products you use on your skin have an impact on your gut microbiome, your immune system, and your hormones.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children These link to a rep website and not to the right products, consider revising. I will ask Jenn about this. Thanks Aleck!

I am excited about this lovely talk I had with Lori Kennedy. Lori has been my friend for many years, and I can honestly say that we have been each other’s mentors over the years in both business and health aspects of our lives. Lori is the host of The Business of Becoming Podcast, which is aimed at health and wellness entrepreneurs who want to build the business and live their dreams on their own terms.   Lori and I are about to launch The Freedom Mastermind, a project for the female entrepreneurial community which we have been working on together. The Freedom Mastermind is meant for ambitious and purpose-driven female entrepreneurs and business owners who want to scale their companies beyond their current 6 to 7 figures and most importantly do it without sacrificing their health and well-being.   Here are the main topics of this amazing conversation: The creation of The Freedom Mastermind. A mastermind created by women for women. How to scale your business. Supporting your emotional balance. What do you need to do for yourself to get to the next level? It does not have to be the “all or nothing” struggle. Create a resilient body. Lori and I built a community of women that can talk about anything! Women are always looking for permission. Many people start getting uncomfortable with success. Are your boundaries challenged all the time by your social environment? Own what you want!   Registration for The Freedom Mastermind will be limited for the first year, so if you are that audacious and ambitious woman who wants to scale her business while fixing her health in the process, contact us! Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Lori Kennedy :  The Business of  Becoming Podcast 7 and Beyond. Freedom Mastermind   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners I have been using Saint Francis Herb Farm products for many years. They actually give all the women in the Hormone Project a welcome package of supplements and tinctures which become part of the foundation for their health. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   In regards to Skin Essence Organics, I only have words of appreciation for their amazing work and their customer support service which is unique and highly efficient. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “You have to build the infrastructure first in order to grow.” “Be honest with yourself, what is not working holds the opportunity for you to grow.” “You need to fortify your self worth if you want to grow.” “You can´t model what you don’t see.” “Research shows that when women become more successful, other women like them less.” “Money opens doors.” “Claim what you want unapologetically.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

I put together this series of shows directed at the ambitious audacious woman, the one who is craving more while doing less. Today I am talking about the Nourished Woman, going deep into changing the relationship we have with food. We are going to move away from deprivation and counting calories, and move towards how to best nourish yourself, creating a healthier foundation for your body with real food while honoring your gut, your adrenals, and your thyroids.   Here are the main topics of this episode: What’s the meaning of success? A meal plan can turn into the illusion that this is what is going to fix your life. You cannot build a successful business at the expense of your wellbeing and health. You have to change your lifestyle if you want to change your symptoms. Being fed but feeling starving. Allergies, sensitivities, and intolerances are interfering with your gut’s functionality. Gut and hormones are directly related. Food triggers and their alternatives. Plan before you shop. Eliminate the food that triggers a gut reaction. The ketogenic diet and its cons. Which foods to choose for every purpose. Intermittent fasting. Have three breakfast options. Lunch ideas.   Moving and exercising. The ABC of supplements. Is there an emotional connection to your consuming pattern?   I hope you enjoy this episode, learn how to nourish your body, and are inspired to shift your lifestyle to meet the best version of yourself! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners My recommendation for today is the wonderful Ocular Eye Serum by Skin Essense Organics, which feels spectacular under your makeup! The ingredients in the Ocular Eye are just the richest, they contribute to repair damage, calming, and softening your skin. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Another suggestion I have for you is with regard to digestion. I have been feeling stressed lately and this directly impacts my gut; that is why I have been taking my Canadian Digestive Bitters from Saint Francis Herb Farm before lunch and dinner every day. The difference they make is just marvelous!   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “A meal plan can turn into the illusion that this is what is going to fix your life.” “If you can’t change your reality, how are you going to change your symptoms and struggles?” “Sensitivities and intolerances promote inflammation.” “What is happening in your gut and hormones are directly related” “You cannot expect your organs to function well if you are dehydrated.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus.   Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

This is part 2 of a series I put together for ambitious and audacious women. I realized I am giving you the message that I wish I had when I was feeling overwhelmed and burnt out and at the same time so inspired, eager to learn and to move my body and life in a different direction, but I didn’t have any help.   During today’s episode, I will talk about what a normal day looks like for an audacious woman, the feelings involved, and some of the habits and patterns that can be put into action for her to live a more balanced life and to achieve her wildest dreams.   Here are the main topics of the second part of this series: Acknowledge the overwhelm. How to prioritize your intentions and energy wisely. Ask yourself: How does my body feel in this situation? Where is your stress coming from? My own story. Hormone balance and overall health. How I heal my own body through nutrition and supplements. The environment around you impacts the environment in you. Have you created a “lifestyle by design” for yourself? What does your ideal day look like? What is your relationship with your calendar, your computer and your phone like? Create energetic boundaries.   Stay tuned for the next part of this series, where I will talk about the Nourished Woman: Changing Your Relationship with Food and Nutrition. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners I used to have acne and scarring resulting from it, I also know how rosacea feels like and I have to admit that the Soothe Oil from Skin Essense Organics which is specifically for people who have sensitive skin and each ingredient in it is set to heal, reduce itching and irritation. I also can’t stop recommending the E-Cream which is a miracle for your skin.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Sleeping is a priority for your health, healing, and hormonal balance. Unfortunately, many women suffer from difficulty falling asleep, waking up and not being able to sleep again, some women sleep all night long but then don’t feel rested when they wake up. Anxiety and stress are great contributors to sleep issues. Passion Flower from Saint Francis Herb Farm is great to help ease mental stress and consequently leads to better sleep.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Listen to Episode 25 The Simplicity Project: A Woman’s Path to Pursue Wholeness: Letting Go, Setting Boundaries and Building a Tribe   Quotes:  “Have you sat down and asked yourself how you are really doing?” “You know about your body, you might not be reading the signs it’s giving you well.” “You can heal your body by changing your lifestyle, choosing the best nutrition for yourself,  and complementing with supplements.” “The environment around you impacts the environment in you.” “We have to end the ideology that the only way to earn more and do well in life is when you work the hardest.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus.   Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children

This is the first episode of a four-part series that I am putting together for you. I have been hearing from many women who are, like myself, very ambitious and driven, women who have set many goals and ideas that they want to put into action but simultaneously feel overwhelmed and stuck.   I usually see women going through two different scenarios. In the first, they feel overwhelmed which leads to becoming paralyzed and subsequently causes an inability to get things accomplished. In the second scenario, women tend to become busy and overloaded, they just keep saying ‘yes’ to ever more tasks and endeavors, and even though this can feed our dopamine — making us feel stronger and ambitious — as an immediate result comes the crush, and the feelings of exhaustion and depletion.   Believe me, I have been there so many times, I have felt this fear of ´missing out on an opportunity that might not come back again’. I recognized I struggled to finally realize that these opportunities (if they are really meant to be the ones that will propel you to the next level at a personal or professional level) will present themselves again or something even better will come your way.   The pandemic has been teaching me a lot. Literally from one day to the next, my entire routine changed. Being with my children 24/7 has forced me to pay less attention to my work and health care: I found myself falling back into old habits that did not serve me. The pandemic has revealed some blind spots in all the several roles I play in my life and has taught me where my focus needs to be: ‘Body first, business second.’   This episode contains an explanation of what you are going to be listening to in this four-part series. Here are the main topics of this awesome series:   Realizing the overwhelm we are immersed in. How to prioritize and manage your energy and intentions wisely. Learning to reset your system. Finding alignment in your life. How to grow your business while learning from the people that have done it before you. The importance of building a team that allows you to reach your amazing goals and dreams. Create a lifestyle by design. Learn to nourish your body. How to manage your energy, mindset, and expectations.   Consider this episode as an introduction to what is on the way. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners Summer is here! I hope you get to enjoy some time outdoors, connecting with family, friends and nature as I got the chance to do with my family. When we plan to spend time outside there are certain things that I always pack to support our health and bodies. E-Cream from Skin Essence Organics is a must since it provides SPF to prevent any of us from getting sunburned, even after spending hours under the sun! While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   One amazing product that always comes with us is Deep Immune by Saint Francis Herb Farm, which comes in capsules and also in a tincture form, it is the best way to keep our immune systems supported while we engage in activities that we normally would not do. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “It is more important to harvest the seeds you have already planted than to engage in planting new seeds and continuing to grow and grow.” “If you don’t feel balanced, everything else in your life will start to reciprocate that.” “You have to pull back before you can re-emerge and speed up.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

I am delighted to have Sachin Patel and his wife Dina Chauhan as guests to today’s show, they are the founders of The Living Proof Institute.   Sachin Patel is a father, husband, philanthropist, functional medicine practice success coach, speaker, and author. His philosophy is that "the doctor of the future is the patient" and he is actively doing whatever it takes to keep people out of the medical system by empowering them through education, self-care, and remapping their mindset.   Sachin founded The Living Proof Institute as part of his own personal transformation and now coaches practitioners all over the world on how to step into their power and save their communities. To date, he has delivered hundreds of community and corporate workshops, he is an advocate for changing the healthcare paradigm and he has devoted his life to the betterment of health care for both patients and practitioners.   Dipa Chauhan is a Pharmacist and functional medicine practitioner. She is passionate about helping people find the root cause of their sluggish metabolism and hormonal imbalances through functional and lifestyle medicine. In fact, she has written a book on helping patients implement simple and effective lifestyle strategies.   Dipa's love for cooking and helping people led to the creation of the cookbook Doctor's Orders where you can find over 250 healthy and easy recipes. Sachin and Dipa have a child named Devin, they share during this episode the opportunity that lockdown presented for the three of them as a family to reconnect and grow.   Get ready for an amazing conversation about how their family dynamics have changed as a result of being at home and homeschooling while running a practice and coaching practitioners. They deliver tips and strategies about how you can anchor yourself and meet your resilience in order to gather your strength and keep going.   Here are the main topics of an awesome conversation: Sachin and Dipa talk about their experience as a family during the last couple of months. Teaching children to become responsible users of technology. The changes in family dynamics as a result of the pandemic. Sachin talks about the blind spots in how people are taking care of their health. What is important to you is reflected in what is on your calendar. How to create more resilience. Dipa shares tips to become more connected and grounded. Top 4 daily habits to make you feel better: 1. Do an environmental reset 2. Do a vibrational reset 3. Prioritize your sleep hygiene 4. Drink more water. Why is it important to measure your HRV (Heart Rate Variability)? Dipa explains how to train your HRV through heart-focused breathing. Key nutrients to support your body. The benefits of an Infrared Sauna. The most prevalent health struggles during pandemic times are the ones people already had but now are exacerbated. The advantages of virtual communication with patients. 30 days in 30 ways My Metabolic Reset Program   Hoping you can put these valuable tips and suggestions into practice to improve your level of connectedness and grounding during these difficult times — which also provide many opportunities for growth and healing. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Sachin Patel and Dina Chauhan:  The Living Proof Institute Sachin Patel on Instagram Sachin Patel on Facebook 30 days in 30 ways   My Metabolic Reset The Metabolic and Lifestyle Reset is a 10-week program that is specifically designed to help you reclaim control of your health and teach you the exact principles we practice on a daily basis to optimize energy, enhance sleep, and balance hormones naturally without supplements, pills, or potions. Learn how to unlock your own healing potential. Dipa Chauhan on Instagram Dipa Chauhan on Facebook   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration in its updated version, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day! Take advantage of the current 50% OFF on the one-time fee to join this amazing program.   Learn more about our amazing show partners This week I want to give my advice in regards to our little ones’ health and how we can support their systems and help them to go through sickness faster. What we do in our family is Deep Immune for Kids by Saint Francis Herb Farm which has a synergy of different adaptogenic herbs to help amplify children’s abilities to balance their immune system.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. The summer is here and sun exposure is inevitable, I personally use my Neroli Facial Moisturizing Serum from Skin Essense, it’s perfect for dry skin. I also apply the E-Cream on my skin. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International I often use Neroli by DoTerra as an alternative to perfume, I personally adore it! Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “It is important to teach our children to become responsible users of technology, training to avoid it is unrealistic.” “Everything that is happening to us is happening for us, this is an opportunity to heal relationships, declutter our homes, and spend some time in the garden.” “What is important to you is reflected in what is on your calendar.” “Anxiety is mostly caused by future based thinking.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

In today’s episode, we are approaching this subject for the first time. We have talked many times about an overall simplicity in our lives, but today we will talk about how to implement this lifestyle at home, having fewer things, and better organization. It is not about being perfect but about creating a space that emulates that mental well being and declutters that we want to have in all aspects of our lives.   Cathy Perez is a certified wellness coach, she loves to use her own spin on the KonMari Method in which she is a Certified Organizing Consultant. Cathay shares her story about how she got into this field and how this system helped her deal with her anxiety and OCD in terms of organization. Cathy shares a lifestyle system that can create better focus and more productivity and wellness in her client’s lives.   These are the main topics of this awesome conversation: Cathay shares how she started her journey. How to begin using this system of organization to create simplicity in your life. Categories, not location: clothing, books, paper, miscellaneous and emotional items. A gratitude practice, no more guilt. What to do with all the empty spaces in your home. How often does someone have to go back to these categories? What to do with the things you don’t want any more during pandemic times. How to organize your paperwork How this approach is helping people in terms of their mental health and well being. Can you create decluttering in your own personal space if your family is not on board with you?   I hope that this episode has inspired you to create a little more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Cathy Perez  :  Cathy Perez on Facebook Cathy Hannah Perez on Instagram Email Cathy at cathyhannahperez@gmail.com   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners Our bedrooms are a special place, it is where we come to rest, share time with our partner, and connect with our own thoughts, all these are very hard to achieve if we have lots of stuff around us. I want to share with you some of my evening routines that have created a really profound difference to my own level of rest and mental decluttering. - I wear blue light Blockers (Spektrum is my favorite brand), - I keep a journal and a book next to my bed. Before going to bed I write everything that is on my mind in my journal, I get all these out of my head so it does not conflict with my sleep. - I read something light or inspiring. - I use a sleep mask, the brand I use is Buckey, this one is particularly amazing because it has cups, that prevent it from touching your lashes and eyes. Definitely a lifesaver! - I diffuse Serenity or Balance Doterra Essential Oils. -I take a few drops of ValeryCalm from Saint Francis Herb Farm which I call a hug in a tincture bottle. - I also use my Skin Essence Eye Cream -I alternate a few oils around my eyes too, which I love, Light Oil, Soothe, and Nourish all from Skin Essence Organics.    Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca- Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com- USA and International Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Everything has an intention.” “You can never be over-prepared.” “Decluttering helps people enrich their mental health and well being”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Lisa Hendrickson-Jack is a certified Fertility Awareness Educator and Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner who teaches women to chart their menstrual cycles for natural birth control, conception, and monitoring overall health.   In her new book The Fifth Vital Sign, Lisa debunks the myth that regular ovulation is only important when you want children, by recognizing the menstrual cycle as a vital sign. Drawing heavily from the current scientific literature, Lisa presents an evidence-based approach to fertility awareness and menstrual cycle optimization. She hosts the Fertility Friday Podcast, a weekly radio show devoted to helping women connect to their fifth vital sign by uncovering the connection between menstrual cycle health, fertility, and overall health.   These are the main topics of this valuable conversation: Lisa shares the mission and story behind her work. Lisa’s early experiences with fertility awareness. Our cycles are not just to have babies. What does a healthy menstrual cycle look like? What is happening when you get spotting before your actual period begins? Our health is not in a container, everything is interconnected. Lisa gives recommendations for women having low progesterone. Why you should care about your ovulation even when you are not trying to get pregnant. Ovulation and its relation to your overall health. Best tips to reclaim your libido and sexuality while you are in menopause. Lunar cycling. What are you going to monitor during the month? The menstrual cycle as the fifth vital sign. The myth of condoms. How long you should be charting before using it as a method of birth control.   Hoping this conversation helps you connect with your body, your health, and the amazing feminine power laying in all of us. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Lisa Hendrickson-Jack  :  Fertility Friday Fertility Friday Podcast Conceiving with Fertility Awareness (free online course) Fertility Awareness 101 (free online course) Fertility Fridays on Facebook Fertility Friday on Instagram Fertility Friday on Twitter Fertility Friday on Pinterest   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!  This program has become a membership site, which is a ONE-TIME FEE and it is %50 off right now!   Learn more about our amazing show partners I love to add two drops of Lemon Essential Oil from DoTerra to my water, it’s really alkalizing and just delicious, I sometimes add a drop of Peppermint if my energy feels low. Another amazing product I incorporate in my water is Schisandra from Saint Francis Herb Farm which is an adaptogenic herb that assists the nervous system, which for me is highly needed during these intense and crazy pandemic times. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   If you ever wonder about your skin and what product is the best for you, don’t hesitate to reach out to Skin Essense customer service, they are truly the best! You can call them and they’ll get on the phone with you for a consultation to help you figure out what skin type you are and which would be your best product options. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike20 for 20% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca- Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com- USA and International Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Our cycles are our divine feminine superpower.” “Women are not fertile every day!” “Our cycles are not just to have babies.” “Stress is not always emotional.” “Our health is not in a container, everything is interconnected.” “Being exposed to blue light has the same effect as caffeine has on your body.” “Sleeping in the dark is a great positive influence on your hormonal balance.” “One of the most common effects of hormonal contraception is the loss of sex drive.” “The menstrual cycle reflects on the state of our hormonal health.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Today’s conversation with Oliver Manalese is human, open, and vulnerable. People tend to think that public figures have most of their life figured out and believe me when I say it is not how it looks. Olivier and I share real struggles coming from different perspectives.    This year started as the “year of the visionary” and it certainly is, we are now confronted with a reality that is stressing and confusing, which has pushed us all to a state of survival and is affecting our lives in many different aspects. We are all in a state of shock and still try to keep on with our lives but circumstances had drastically changed.  I hope this conversation helps you to realize you are not alone, we are all struggling together, and what is happening in the world is and will transform us all.    These are the main topics of these amazing conversation: ● Covid-19 has faced us with what we truly are, our core beliefs, and morals. ● The third eye of the world. ● Racism today. ● We all are part of one human family. ● Right now is less about fact and more about perception. ● We are at the edge of a mental health crisis. ● Being a parent in times of pandemic. ● Feeling stuck in a state of shock. ● Space and grace. ● How confused are we? ● It is ok to acknowledge how much you are feeling. ● How stress is affecting our hormonal balance (women’s and men’s) ● Toxic productivity. ● Our expectations should meet our circumstances. ● What did really meant to start the “year of the visionary”? ● The unseen is know being seeing. ● People are portals of possibility. ● The shortest path to alignment for purpose-driven lifestyle entrepreneurs.   Wishing this episode has helped you feel accompanied during these difficult times and to realize that every struggle holds the gift of opportunity. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Oliver Manalese  :   Oliver Manalese runs a leadership consultancy. He helps successful entrepreneurs who feel spiritually bankrupt build a purpose-driven lifestyle business. The focus of Oliver's work is getting clients from overwhelmed, burnt out, and disconnected, to building a life and business that is meaningful, satisfying, and makes an impact. Oliver is an expert at coaching and training clients in the areas of leadership, high performance, and transformation. Oliver is also the host of The Oliver Manalese Show, a podcast exploring the adversities and achievements of high performing leaders. Email Oliver at oliver@olivermanalese.com  Oliver Manalese Oliver Manalese on Instagram Oliver Manalese on Facebook The Oliver Manalese Show   FREE Masterclass: The shortest path to alignment for purpose-driven lifestyle entrepreneurs    Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing show partners Many people are starting to use essential oils to make their own products at home, I personally love DoTerra Essential Oils. I got a lot of questions about how to make your own full-body oil serums. First, you have to have a carrier oil for it, Saint Francis Herb Farm Golden Jojoba Oil is my recommendation since it is neutral for every skin type. I love citrus, wild Orange, grapefruit or tangerine, I add a couple of drops into a handful of Jojoba oil and I massage it through my body after having a shower. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  . If you ever wonder about your skin and what product is the best for you, don’t hesitate to reach out to Skin Essense customer service, they are truly the best! You can call them and they’ll get on the phone with you for a consult to help you figure out what skin type you are and which would be your best product options. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca- Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com- USA and International    Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:   “Covid-19 has faced us with what we truly are, our core beliefs and morals” “We are in each other hands.” “It might get worst before it gets better” “We all are part of one human family.” “Media is doing a horrible job in highlighting the worst about humanity.” “Give people grace, we are going to make mistakes on this journey.” “Our expectations should meet our circumstances.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children

Dr. Alli Cain is accompanying me to this episode, she is a chiropractor and has a very important message especially for new moms. She created a certification process called GrowCo, which was founded in 2018 by Dr. Alli Cain when she was 32 weeks pregnant with her first baby. A doctor, fitness coach, and soon-to-be mother, Dr. Cain felt compelled to create a rehab program that supported women through the physical, mental and emotional challenges of motherhood. The program scaled quickly, and after identifying a clear need for further support for her colleagues, Dr. Cain launched a one-day seminar to teach other chiropractors, physiotherapists, and healthcare professionals the GrowCo methodology. Now, GrowCo ambassadors are implementing this approach in their healthcare practices across Canada.   In today’s episode, we will dive deep into the huge gap that exists in the amount of education and knowledge that even healthcare professionals have that are dealing with women during pregnancy and postpartum.   These are the main topics of this resourceful conversation: Alli talks about her experience with her first pregnancy. Alli created a protocol for herself during the postpartum period. Alli decided to share her knowledge with other women. How the 6-week period after giving birth was established? If you just gave birth: How to know when you are healing appropriately or you need to reach out for assistance? You can do rehabilitation on your own. Virtual consultations are also available. How you hold your baby matters. The baby is always going to be first, but moms need care too. Rehab can take 5 minutes! Every woman should have the experience of working with a pelvic floor physiotherapist. Alli talks about the beginnings of GrowCo and its growth. Online courses with Dr. Alli.   Hoping this information has helped to shorten the gap in education in regards to the postpartum period. Our bodies go through so much during pregnancy and we deserve attention and support for healing. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Alli Cain :  Email Dr. Alli Cain at drallicain@hotmail.com GrowCo GrowCo Health Professional Seminar GrowCo Rehab on Instagram   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners Women go through a lot of hair loss postpartum due to the drop in progesterone and the massive hormonal shift. This can really impact your self-esteem and your confidence. My advice is to do a very good quality oil treatment, using argan oil, rosehip oil and Nourish Oil from Skin Essence Organic, you can drop the oils onto your scalp and massage the follicles where the healthy growth is happening. Remember that what you are eating is crucial, since your hair is made up of minerals, vitamins, and nutrients.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca- Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com- USA and International   Another tip I want to give new moms is to start using Castor Oil from Saint Francis Herb Farm, Castor Oil will help you reduce inflammation and assist in healing your breast and vaginal tissue.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “There is nothing “regular” about life after you had a baby.” “The method of childbirth dictates the length of the healing time.” “Take the time to rehabilitate and neurologically connect to the muscles that have stretched during pregnancy.” “Every woman should have the experience of working with a pelvic floor physiotherapist.” “You can't expect to have kids and be the same person that you were before.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Dr. Heather Denniston is a seasoned chiropractor with specializations in pediatrics, pregnancy, and a certification in wellness chiropractic (CCWP). She is an avid athlete, health enthusiast, and writer who has a passion for inspiring people of all ages to take first steps toward realizing the greatness within. Through online content, public speaking, and coaching, Heather shares wellness, fitness, and nutrition expertise for those looking for deeper change.   Dr. Heather Denniston openly shares her own personal journey into fitness and health, how she became a chiropractor, to later dedicate herself to bridge the connection between personal wellbeing and professional success for high performers.   These are the main topics of this inspiring conversation: The story behind who Heather is now. Heather’s personal journey to health and fitness. The core of an addictive behavior. This is a journey and you are going to fall down a lot! The first thing Dr. Denniston does with all of her clients: Find your why. If you invest in your personal wellness that will directly be reflected in how you show up at work. Balance is actually resilience. Resilience and emotional intelligence. Tips for all of us that have been put out of our routines due to quarantine and want to work on our well being from home. Many people are now experiencing what is called “Flat affect”. Create a closing day mantra. Clear your area! Live a full-colored life. Practice self-compassion.   Ladies remember these episodes are about trying to inspire you to carve out these moments of simplicity and ease, and be more compassionate with yourself, to really believe that you are doing a wonderful job with who you are and where you are at right now! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Heather Denniston :  Well Fit and Fed Email Dr. Heather Denniston: info@wellfitandfed.com Well Fit and Fed on Facebook Well Fit and Fed  on Instagram Well Fit and Fed on Pinterest Well Fit and Fed on YouTube Well Fit and Fed on Twitter Dr. Heather Denniston on Linkedin Jump Rope for Women Group Grab your free Discovery Wellness Guide    Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones, and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners When I get home from the grocery store I take all my produce and give them a bath, I fill one side of the sink with the Kangen Water System on 2.5 level for cleaning, then I add a couple of drops of Lemon DoTerra Essential oils and a half of teaspoon of the DoTerra On Guard Concentrated Soap, and then I let it sit from 10 to 20 minutes. Lastly, I rinse everything and let it dry to later put everything into the crisper or bowls on the counter.   Recently my daughter spent some time under the sun and got a serious sunburn that turned into a rash. I used Saint Francis Calendula Cream with vitamin E which is my favorite for its calming effect, and after four days the inflammation is totally gone. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all your purchases.   Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all your purchases.   I cannot emphasize enough how I love Skin Essence products, I recently posted on Instagram about the benefits of Rosehip Oil by Skin Essence Organics which is highly nourishing and hydrating for our skins and the comments I got back were just amazing. I encourage you to visit www.skinessence.ca to check their products and you can even call the company to receive specific advice from one of their consultants. Don’t forget the e-cream for this summer season!   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “For people looking for quick results: This is a journey and you are going to fall down a lot.” “Find your why, the reason behind your wellness drive.” “If you invest in your personal wellness that affects directly how you show up at work.” “Every tiny decision you make will lead you in a specific direction.” “Balance is actually resilience.” “Focusing on self-kindness is one important wellness decision.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus.   Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

With all that’s happening around us people have been stressed, anxious, and fearful which has been manifesting in women´s bodies through different signs, symptoms, and imbalances in regards to hormones, mainly as exacerbated PMS.   On today’s podcast episode I want to share with you the ways in which you can help your body cope with the effects of stress on your system.     Here are the main topics of today’s episode: ● The root cause of PMS ● Check your foundational lifestyle: The food you are eating, the way you are moving, how is your sleeping, and the products that you are using. ● Too much estrogen leads to PMS. ● Cut down alcohol and sugar. ● The effects of stress on your body and choices. ● How are you supporting your liver? ● When should you cut the dairy 100%? ● Caffeine promotes a lot of hormonal imbalances. ● Products you can incorporate every day to assist your hormonal health. ● Follow seed cycling! ● Why you should give your digestive system a 12 to 14-hour break every day. ● Choosing the right body care products is a priority. ● Supplements: Magnesium is a must when you have PMS ● The right vitamins to take  ● How do you know if you have inflammation in your body? ● Handle your stress and maximize your health care. ● Move more according to your cycle. ● The function of cortisol and its reaction to constant stress. ● Being born a woman is a gift, enjoy it!   Most of the tips today are not going to cost you much and some are even for free! Hoping you feel inspired to start making the lifestyle changes that will support your body through healing and reaching balance. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing show partners Here is my morning shake recipe: - A pack of Bear Adaptogen Coffee mix from Four Sigmatic - Tablespoon of coconut powder. - Two scoops of Genuine Health Bovine Collagen - Half a teaspoon of CEYLON Cinnamon - A sprinkle of nutmeg - ⅓ of a cup of cashew milk. - A bit of coconut oil - Mix it up with boiling water You can use the code TSP15 to save 15% off your Four Sigmatic orders. Check all of their amazing products!   Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.     I highly recommend Mastos Breast Oil by Saint Francis Herb Farm which feels amazing for cramps, constipation, and breast tenderness. It includes homeopathic remedies, botanicals, and herbs. You can add clary sage from DoTerra for a perfect massage to help ease PMS’ symptoms. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. I am doing face masks a couple of times a week and using  Pure Gentle Facial Cleanser from Skin Essence. It is so important and essential to make sure you are not putting chemicals on your skin since it is your largest organ. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca- Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com- USA and International  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:   “Drink 120 ounces  a day” “The roots of PMS are found mostly in your foundational lifestyle.”  “Estrogen is a beautiful hormone, we need to have it in the right amount, not too little not too much.” “People do not need to have dairy, it is not the main calcium source.”  “Dairy is very pro-inflammatory.” “You are not destined as a woman to have horrible and painful cycles that you fear will repeat itself every single month.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Dr. Beth Westie is the author of the Best Selling book, The Female Fat Solution, the creator of the 12 Week Female Fat Solution Challenge, and the host of The Female Health Solution Podcast. She has made it her mission to change the way women view their health. Travelling the country to educate and empower women to take their health into their own hands, she uses nutrition to help women work with the natural cycle of their bodies to achieve lasting weight loss results.   Dr. Beth shares her story, how she grew up, started a family, a career and a practice, and found herself with three young children and suffering from ovarian cysts that prevent her to keep on with a hectic and overwhelmed life. Dr. Beth discovered that health was mainly run by men and the female body was not approached properly, that was the beginning of her research and healing.    Here are the main topics of an eye-opening conversation: ● Dr. Beth Westie talks about her personal and professional journey. ● Dr. Beth shares how she suffered from ovarian cysts which burst every month for over one year and a half. ● Dr. Beth discovered how female bodies were viewed differently in different cultures. ● The cyclical approach to female health. ● The hormonal phase for the woman’s body lasts three months. ● How Dr. Beth Westie started The Female Fat Solution. ● Losing weight is not about calories but about regulating your system. ● You go through different bodies in your lifetime. ● Dr. Beth shares the top lifestyle shifts that helped her lose weight. ● Dieting can cause Post Traumatic Stress. ● What is seed cycling? ● Dr. Beth talks about her cookbook.      I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Our female bodies are unique and changing along with our cycles and lives, be gentle and loving with yourself, and keep on seeking for the answers and solutions your body is asking for. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Beth Westie:   Dr. Beth Westie Join the waitlist for the 12-week program Get your free cookbook full of recipes that match your cycle Dr. Beth Westie on Instagram Dr. Beth Westie on Facebook Dr. Beth Westie on YouTube   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing show partners At this time of the year, it is usual to start feeling the effects of allergies on our bodies, supporting our filtering organs which are in charge of our detoxification will help minimize the impact of seasonal allergies. I suggest an appropriate cleanse designed for your health with the assistance of your clinician. The All Seasons Detox Kit by Saint Francis Herb Farm is a 20 day cleanse which will improve your bowel functions and one you should start with the end in mind. This amazing cleanse comes with 4 constituent formulas, one for your lymphatic system, a kidney cleanse formula, a liver tonic tea, and bowel cleanse formula.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. Our skin also needs cleansing, I have talked about the benefits of dry brushing and exfoliating our skins, Skin Essence Organic has a beautiful product called Facial in a Jar which comes in a powder form and when mixed with a little bit of water creates a paste that will assist in developing a much smoother and vibrant skin. You can apply it to your skin and leave it on as a mask, then wash it off and add one of Skin Essence Serums. The Nourish Serum is the one I use and it is simply amazing. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com —  USA and International.  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “The hormonal phase of a woman’s body lasts three months, so if you are going to heal your hormones, that is at least the amount of time you should give your body in order to see results.” “Losing weight is not about calories, it is not about restriction and cutting things out, it is about getting your system regulated and functioning well, and then you get to the healthy weight your body is supposed to be at.” “You go through different bodies in your lifetime.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honours in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus.   Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Dr. Nadia Saleem is a Naturopathic Doctor, Health Strategist, and the Director of the EBL Naturopathic Clinic, an integrative health clinic in Maple, ON. She utilizes the best approaches in naturopathic, functional, and lifestyle medicine to deliver simplified health solutions and help transform the lives of her patients.   In today’s episode, we talk about women's hormones, health and the different therapies that are available to our bodies as we go through different stages and phases of our health and healing. We also talk about bioidentical hormones and who is a good candidate for them.   Dr. Nadia Saleem shares many suggestions that can greatly improve your health and most of them are free!   Here are the main topics of this amazing conversation: Nadia Saleem talks about how he uses a multidisciplinary approach for each individual’s needs. The importance of realizing what your mindset is about your own health. Do you have the right support team to reach your health goals? Key lifestyle changes: sleep hygiene, nutrition (what, when, and where you are eating) and stress management. How to improve the quality and depth of your sleep. How does Dr. Saleem approach hormonal and endocrine imbalances? Risk factors of bioidentical replacement hormones. Traditional vs bioidentical hormone replacement therapies. The amazing benefits of acupuncture. IV therapy.   Improving your health foundation is free. I hope you are inspired by this conversation to start making the shifts that will transform your and your family’s health, as well as educated about other alternative approaches that can expedite your journey to a healthier life. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Nadia Saleem  :  Nadia Saleem Nadia Saleem on Instagram Nadia Saleem on Facebook Email Nadia Saleem at drnadia@eblclinic.ca   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners During these difficult times that we are all going through while dealing with a pandemic, I have been receiving many calls of women suffering from an increase in acne and urinary tract infections.   Many of us are opting for unhealthy foods, adding more carbs and alcohol to our diets, and these are shifting the microbiome in the gut as well as increasing the inflammation in our bodies.   The possible increase in the amount of sex people are having as a result of spending more time at home, is also a factor that can be contributing to women having more UTIs, bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections.   When it comes to UTI, I recommend D-Mannose and a protocol which is called UTI Clear which comes in tincture form and is a urinary tract antiseptic, a diuretic and a liver tonic. There is also a product called Horse Tail which is an anti-infective herb that helps to tone the walls of your bladder and another called Marshmallow that helps you soothe the urinary tract. All these aids for your health come from Saint Francis Herb Farm who offers amazing certified organic products.  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, you can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Regarding acne, there are so many women who are afraid of applying oil-based products to their skin, but the truth is that an oil-based product can help to calm the skin down. I use a product called Light by Skin Essence Organicswhich is specifically formulated for those who have oily skin, providing light hydration and healing the skin with its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.   While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca- Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com- USA and International.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Your body symptoms are the result of the information you are giving it.” “Stop your exposure to the blue lights at least one hour before bedtime.” “Allowing your body to cool down improves melatonin and improves the quality of sleep overall.” “If you don't have health, you have nothing.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Nicole Scott is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Healthy Lifestyle Expert, Networking Marketing Professional, and Author. 15 years ago she partnered with the Juice Plus Company and fell in love with how their advanced plant powder technology positively impacted her clients’ health. Today her Sweet Life Collective is one of the top-performing teams in the company offering: a supportive community, residual income potential, and a healthy lifestyle program called Your Sweet Body. Recently, she started the Gorgeous Grey Movement in 2018 after a health scare woke her up and she decided to ditch the dye and write a book about her journey. Her new book is called: Get Naked With Your Natural Hair Color. She specializes in women's health, detoxification, and teaching residual income building. Her mission is to inspire women to love their bodies and own their sparkle! Nicole is sharing today what she has been doing for her health in these years and how she has been helping lots of women to become financially independent and to support their families, creating an alternative income.and enhancing people’s health through the amazing products Your Sweet Body has to offer. Here are the main topics of this awesome conversation: Nicole talks about her professional background which was greatly influenced by realizing her daughter has 17 food allergies and sensitivities. Nicole shares how she found she suffered from adrenal fatigue, period irregularities and consequent weight gain. Nicole opens up about her experience suspecting she had cancerous tumours. The right path to detoxification. The toxicity of hair dye. Go to an organic hair salon. Choose natural care for your nails. Trust yourself and the fear will go away! Nicole talks about her book Get Naked With Your Natural Hair Color. Stop drinking, give your liver a break, and see the amazing results on our overall health. Going through the transition towards natural and undyed hair.   Whether you have decided to go gray now or later, consider making a shift to all-natural products because you are so worth it! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Nicole Scott  :  Email Nicole Scott at Nicolescott.ownyoursparkle@gmail.com Nicole Scott Join her private Gorgeous Grey Movement where you get daily support on helping women transition to their Natural Hair Colour and share ideas on how to age gracefully. Nicole Scott on Instagram Nicole Scott on Facebook Get Naked With Your Natural Hair Color, by Nicole Scott   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners I want to share my own hair health tips, I only wash my hair twice a week in order not to strip my scalp from the healthy oils it produces. Washing your hair daily causes drying and damage. The oil on your hair and skin is related to your hormonal levels and you should have that under consideration so you can search for the root causes of this. Castor Oil from Saint Francis Herb Farm is one of my best allies, apply it to your hair from root to tip. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. Another amazing product I use is Nourish from Skin Essence which is formulated for skin, but I also apply it to my hair. Nourish is like food for my hair since it has rich antioxidants and nutrients which work marvelously for your skin and hair. I use Nourish after drying by rubbing some drops on my hands and applying it to the ends of my hair. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International. Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Hair dye has over 35 ingredients, many of them carcinogens.” “Get rid of your commercial nail polish! Change to a healthy organic one for the sake of your health.” “Trust yourself and the fear will go away.” “For every drink, you have a day the chances of having cancer increase by 40% as well as augmenting your estrogen levels.”     Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

I want to share with you a Master Class I had with my private group for Synced Program members. My movement series is based on the four phases of a woman´s menstrual cycle and the four phases of the moon, which is meant for women who are either pregnant or no longer have a menstrual cycle. The Synced Program is a transition to the Synced Academy which is going to be focused on teaching women all the aspects of their bodies that they should have known from a very early age.   We are in a time in history when we need to start questioning everything and begin to tap into what our bodies are really communicating to us to create a level of strength and internal resiliency to be able to stay in rhythm and connection to ourselves. We are all currently inundated with fear and anxiety as a result of the news and people’s opinions and agendas. My goal is to teach you how to manage that level of stress and to learn how to listen to the signs that your body is giving you.   These are the main topics of this awesome master class. ● Illnesses are symptoms of a bigger issue, not the root cause. ● The story of your eggs from the uterus until adult life. ● The truth about ovulation, your period and why it is not only about getting pregnant ● The four phases of your cycle and how your energy is affected by them. ● Learn to be a ninja managing your time in accordance with your cycle phases. ● Stress is either real or imaginary. ● Learn to adapt your diet to your cycle phases. ● Start tracking your cycle! ● DUTCH test. ● Cortisol is a longer-term hormone. ● Pay attention to your body responses to the changes in your diet. ● What dairy does to your system. ● Understand histamine and how it is contained in food.  ● Move your body every day, exercise according to your menstrual phases. ● Why you need to be in bed by 10 pm. ● Seed cycling. ● How to use adaptogens. ● Supplements, tinctures, and homeopathic remedies. ● The color of your bleed matters. ● Signs of low progesterone.   I hope you learn some of the crucial information about your cycle you should have been taught when you were a child. It is never too late to learn more about your body and to discover the root causes of those symptoms and signs you have been receiving from it. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing show partners If you feel that your nervous system is in shock right now with the current situation in regards to the COVID-19, I have to recommend a product that has been helping me a lot to show up every day with the demands that this crisis has imposed on us all, Clear Day from Saint Francis Herb Farm which is prescribed from restlessness and nerves, it has done wonders for me! Please consult with your practitioner and give it a try! Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    I love PH balance the most from Skin Essence! Pure from Skin Essence Organics is a facial cleanser, its consistency is like honey with tiny granules which contribute for gentle exfoliation while reducing the irritation and redness that might appear on your skin. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca- Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com- USA and International.   Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs, and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Any illness is a symptom that has been given a positive diagnosis, it is not the root cause.” “The same amount of eggs you had in the uterus are the same you will have the rest of your life.” “When you are on the pill the period you got is not a real one, it is a chemical withdrawal bleed.” “When you are on the pill you don’t ovulate.” “The DUTCH test tells you what is happening with your hormones on an internal level.” “Food is medicine.”    Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Today I am sharing a master class about weight loss, but don't expect to hear tips on how you should be eating or exercising in order to lose weight, this episode is dedicated to finding the root causes of your difficulties losing weight and why you are gaining it in the first place.   In these times of social isolation, many people have come to me with questions and worries about weight. I have to confess I find myself many times in the kitchen when I am not even hungry; anxiety is often channelled that way, but at the same time it is making our bodies feel uncomfortable.   There are foundational elements you need to understand before you start a new diet or approach. During this show, I explain the main concepts about Time Restrictive Eating (TRE), Intermittent Fasting, Macro Tracking, and blood sugar levels as well as sharing great biohacking tips and exercise and movement recommendations. Remember: You have to be healthy in order to lose weight for the long term. The aim of this class is to focus on the food you are choosing (how, when and why you are making those decisions), and why you should redefine your eating habits for the sake of better health.   These are the main topics of this awesome master class: The current state of your health. Gas and bloating. Easy hacks to help your digestion. What healthy bowel movements look like. The role of the gut microbiome in your weight. A food diary includes what you are eating and how it makes you feel. Aging and weight gain. Your hormonal balance. Drink enough water (at least 3 liters a day). Blood sugar stability: how often are you eating? Check the combination of your meal: Protein, Fat, and Fiber. Are you drinking too much alcohol? Why are you drinking? How does it make you feel? Eating close to bedtime and its effects on your health. Intermittent fasting. Time Restrictive Eating (TRE). Pros and cons of macronutrient tracking. Exercise and moving are not the same. Walking, Pilates, yoga and strength training. High-intensity interval training. Biohacking your way in 7 simple steps.   Listen to what feels good to your body! Hoping you can put into action some of these tips and start enjoying the benefits to your overall health. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Skin Essense offers the best certified organic skincare derived from nature´s extracts, essential oils, and minerals. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca- Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com- USA and International   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Gas and bloating are putrefying fermented food that your body is not able to digest.” “Your immune system lives in your gut.” “We are 90% bacteria.” “You have to be healthy in order to lose weight and sustain it.” “Alcohol really messes up your hormones.” “Stop eating two or three hours before you go to bed.” “Most of the time you are thirsty, not hungry.” “The scale is telling you nothing about your body’s composition.” “Change to a smaller plate.” “Biohacking your way in 7 simple steps: Improve your posture. Eat the Protein Fat Fiber lifestyle. Drink filtered water and ditch the plastic forever. Breathe deeply often. Get out in the fresh air. Practice TRE. Get blue blockers.” “Intimacy and sex produce oxytocin.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus.   Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

“We are deeply connected to nature, what is happening outside is impacting us inside.”   Today’s episode is a live recording during which I dive deep into how our nervous system works and how it is impacted by the way we handle stress. We all are transiting chaotic times with COVID-19 and our adrenals are playing a huge role in our response to stress.   Listen to this episode to know more about how our body is reacting to the overload of information and to the real and imaginary dangers that we are now facing. Learn how to read the signs your body is giving you and how to be compassionate and loving to yourself, yes! to yourself before to others.    These are the main topics of an amazing episode: ● What are the adrenals and how do they work? ● How does stress work on your body? ● The involvement of the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and thyroids in response to stress. ● What does it mean to suffer from adrenal fatigue? ● Your symptoms are the messengers, not the root cause. ● If you don’t change what is causing your distress, taking a supplement, a medicine, or an adaptogen is not going to make a difference. ● The HPA axis. ● React, rescue, retreat. ● What happens when acute becomes chronic? ● FEAR: False Evidence Appearing Real or Fuck Everything And Run. ● Hormonal imbalances and stress. ● You are not selfish for taking care of yourself before other people. ● Your period is the end result, while the ovulation is the main event. ● Progesterone and GABA are your calming hormones. ● Core questions to ask yourself during the pandemic: How do I feel? How am I functioning? Learn to listen to the messages from your body. ● 10 tips to support your nervous system. ● Remember to breathe: practice my breath method to support your nervous system.   Our adrenal health depends on the lives we choose to live and the schedules that we put on ourselves, this is the foundation. Become a nourished human being. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing show partners I am usually not an anxious person but I tend to feel overwhelmed, especially in uncertain times like the ones we are going through with the COVID 19 outbreak. I personally use adaptogens, which are different herbs and botanicals that help our nervous systems and adrenals to adapt and manage stress better from the inside out. Saint Francis Herb Farm offers some amazing adaptogens, one of them is Strest which is amazing to ground you, to allow you to have more perspective and to help you have better sleep at night. My other recommendation is called  Schisandra, an adaptogen that feels like a hug to your adrenals pushing back against mental and physical fatigue and normalizing the stress response. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  My skin also responds to stress and anxiety, and I have to recognize it has been feeling drier over the last couple of weeks. Skin Essence offers great products to care for your skin, Nourish is my choice to restore balance, I also love E-Cream which is the one that I have been constantly applying on a scar resulting from a cyst that was removed in December, the difference has been simply amazing! While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca- Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com- USA and International  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “If one part is out of balance then everything is affected by it.” “Your symptoms are the messengers, not the root cause.” “Double up the water you are drinking per day and you will be amazed by the results.” “If you have a thyroid imbalance it is because you have had an adrenal issue for a very long time.” “Our stress hormones are designed to work for short terms.” “Affirmation: I am not selfish for taking care of myself before I take care of other people.” “We are deeply connected to nature, what is happening outside is impacting us inside.” “Sweating is a stress response from the body.” “Ten tips to support your nervous system: 1- Connect with someone who is positive and grounding. 2- Double on gratitude. 3- Move your body. 4- Consider adaptogens and supplements. 5- Keep your blood sugar stable. 6- Have a 12-hour digestive break. 7- Drink more water. 8- Choose real food. 9- Respect your circadian rhythms, be consistent with your sleep routine. 10- Remember to breathe!   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Dr. Jannine Krause is a naturopathic doctor and an acupuncturist which provides her with a variety of different tools to use in her practice. Dr. Jannine takes a deeper dive into her clients’ bodies, searching for the root causes of pain and struggles, by tracing the origins of the disease, she helps her clients to start the work from there, so they can experience their lives to the fullest.   It is true that we are living longer lives but, is the quality of our lives better? I really don’t think it is for most of us.   These are the main topics of an eye-opening conversation: Jannine talks about how she became a naturopathic doctor. How does Dr. Jannine empower her clients to take charge of their own health? The power of a mantra that can uplift your energy to put your health first. The way you are dealing with the stress affects your gut. Ask yourself: what do you really want? Revise your daily habits. You can retrain your habits to change your body. Your doctor should be working with you, if you are not getting the answers that you are looking for, you should find someone that can help you.   Answers are the key, seek for the knowledge about what is going on with your body, tap into your own intuition and pursue your right to live your life to the fullest. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Jannine Krause :  Dr. Jannine Krause Dr. Jannine Krause on Facebook Dr. Jannine Krause on Pinterest Dr. Jannine Krause on YouTube Jannine Krause’s Podcast: The Health Fix   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners We are all going through difficult times with the strike of the COVID-19, people are scared and many are asking how to prevent it. The truth is that the best way to arm yourself and your family against this or any other contagious disease is by boosting your immune system so that in case of an infection, your body will have the ability to recover faster from it. My first recommendation is Deep Immune  by Saint Francis Herb Farm which is meant to balance your immune system and strengthen you from the inside out.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. Lots of people have been asking if they can have different sets and packages they can get from Skin Essence, my favorite one is the Face and Body Set, which comes with four pieces: you can choose the products that work best for you apart from the amazing E Cream and Chocolate Mandarin. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca- Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com- USA and International Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Pay attention to what you do while you are eating.” “There is an emotional connection to the gut.” “I do matter, my health matters, my mood matters.” “The way you react to stress affects your gut.” “We spend too much time thinking about what others want for you, but what do you want for yourself?” “You can change your body, you are trainable.” “Answers are the key, seek for the knowledge about what is going on with your body.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Melissa Ramos is  the founder of Sexy Food Therapy, she assists women to regulate their hormones for clearer skin, happier periods, ageless beauty, and healthier ovaries. She also openly talks about poop, and likes to be referred to as the ‘Poop Whisperer’.   Melissa is a nutritionist with a background in Chinese medicine, a health expert for CTV’s The Social, a TEDx Speaker, and an official health writer for the Huffington Post. Melissa´s mission is to help her clients heal, with the right combination of food, supplements, and lifestyle changes.   During this amazing conversation, we get to talk about the topics that are usually avoided such as how trauma and stress impact our bodies and often show up in hormone function.   Here are the main topics of this fantastic talk: Melissa talks about her professional and personal journey. The definition of trauma. Trauma can be passed on in families. The power of observing and listening to how a person shows up to the session. The relationship between our physical, mental and emotional bodies. Reactivity as a result of not dealing with feelings. Emotions are stored in your body at a cellular level. Acknowledging your trauma is the first step to stop its control over your life. The seven-year cycles. Melissa shares her preferred Breathwork. Reactiveness is the result of our unintegrated emotional activity. How does an unintegrated emotional charge feel? We value what we love. Stop victimizing yourself.   I hope you are as inspired as I am after listening to Melissa’s authentic, raw and honest input. Hoping you can peel off some of those layers that can feel overwhelming or even have gone unnoticed for years but are still affecting your emotional, mental or physical state. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Melissa Ramos :  Sexy Food Therapy Melissa Ramos’ YouTube Channel Sexy Food Therapy on Facebook Sexy Food Therapy on Instagram Sexy Food Therapy on Pinterest Sexy Food Therapy on Twitter Sexy Lady Balls   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners COVID-19 is affecting us all, for the first time we all feel the same way, we are connected by this global concern. We are also making a difference with our conscious decision to practice social isolation and following the measures to prevent this virus from expanding rapidly. I have to confess that I have been feeling anxious and that it has kept me up at night, wrapped in anticipatory energy and thinking about all the ‘what-ifs’. I chose ValeriCalm by Saint Francis Herb Farm to help me during these difficult times, this sweet tonic can be used by all members of the family, it does not make you feel sedated or foggy. ValeriCalm helps to soothe and relax your whole nervous system, allowing a more restful sleep. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. One positive thing about the quarantine is being able to spend more time with your family. I have been doing facial masks with my daughter! We’re using a fabulous mask by Skin Essence called Nurture which comes in powder form, you just need to combine it with water and mix it into a paste that you massage into your skin. You can leave the mask on for 30 minutes and then rinse it with warm water. I recommend applying Soothe serum after for a final touch! While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchaseswww.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Reactiveness often comes from an emotional state and not from a mental one.” “People really suck at feeling, that is why there is so much reaction.” “Emotions are stored in your body at a cellular level.” “Acknowledging your trauma is the first step to stop its control over your life.” “We discover ourselves in the in-betweens, that is where the magic of breathing resides.” “We value what we love.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus.   Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

In this episode, I am accompanied by Lori Kennedy who is the founder of The Wellness Business Hub, she started as a registered holistic nutritionist but her journey took her somewhere else where she created an incredibly successful business. If you are a practitioner who is looking to create a signature program and you are looking for a team to be there to support you, don’t look any further than Lori Kennedy, her team and her company.   Lori is also the host of a fantastic podcast The Business of Becoming, she is also the producer of The Wellness Business Summit which is hosted each year. Lori is a self-proclaimed introvert, highly sensitive person and intuitive empath.   In this conversation, Lori talks about how the seeds you are planting today in your business are going to be the harvest of the next 3-5 years. We live in a world of instant gratification as a society, expecting to do the work today and see the results tomorrow, and when things don’t turn out that way, we usually get frustrated and want to quit it all. Lori has gone through all that too, she teaches today how to stick to your vision and your plan and how to do it on a daily basis.   Here are the main topics of this awesome conversation: ● Lori talks about her professional and personal journey. ● When you start a business, it has to go deeper than just having a goal. ● Seek for your highest potential. ● What does it mean for you to become financially independent? ● The cost of success. ● Lori talks about what ‘sacrifice’ looks like to her. ● What you are doing today is going to come to fruition in 3 years. ● What if the sacrifice and the challenge is the whole point? ● How do you start? Pick that one goal. ● Be surrounded by people who hold you accountable. ● Find one person who you can tell your absolute truth to. ● Be clear of the steps required to reach your goal. ● Lori talks about her new book The Succesful Practioner that will be launched on March 27th, 2020.   I hope you found this episode as inspiring and real as I did. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Lori Kenedy:  The Wellness Business Hub The Business of Becoming The Wellness Business Summit Sneak peek into The Succesful Practitioner, Lori Kennedy’s new book. Take your Health Practice Online on Facebook   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing show partners: I want to share what I am drinking today which is a mix of a dandy blend, cinnamon, He Shou Wu, collagen, Coconut Oil with Ghee from Saint Francis Herb Farm and a splash of non-dairy milk. This amazing Coconut oil with Ghee is totally paleo and keto-friendly is satiating, incredible for the brain´s health and has a delicious texture. Mix it into your smoothies or use it for baking or cooking. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Coming out of the winter season into the spring always brings concerns about how to support the skin. There is a serum that I love to use every night before going to bed called Nourish by Skin Essence Organics. After applying it my skin instantly feels softer and hydrated, Nourish has an anti-inflammatory effect and stimulates collagen production. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca- Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com- USA and International  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Dare to seek your highest potential.” “You can create your circumstances.” “Women are not taught how to desire.” “What you are doing today is going to come to fruition in 3 years.” “Appreciate the challenge and sacrifice, because the reward is worthy.” “When you decide you are going to step out of the norm, there is a cost you have to pay to have it better than the rest.” “Everything worth having has a cost.” “The road of transformation is an isolated and lonely place.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus.   Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

This episode is a special one since my sister Wendy is my guest! She went through the discovery that she had Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, which is the autoimmune form of having an underactive thyroid condition. Wendy was living her life as a mother, a wife, and a working woman. She thought it was normal not to have the energy that she once had, to have headaches, to feel overwhelmed, to have some digestive issues, and urinary tract infections. But it was not, normal shouldn't feel this way!   In this episode, Wendy shares her story, because this is the way we learn, hearing the stories of other women and their struggles, realizing we are not alone. Wendy is currently in remission for Hashimoto’s even when she was told by her doctors and endocrinologist that this was just not possible; she achieved this by prioritizing her body and health.   These are the main topics of an amazing conversation: Wendy talks about the symptoms she felt before being diagnosed. The effects of antibiotics on the gut and digestive system. Wendy started taking thyroid medication but her symptoms were still there. Wendy talks about how she contracted repetitive urinary tract infections and how she struggled with the side effects of antibiotics. Not sleeping well is a sign that we shouldn’t miss. Wendy talks about the moment when she realized she needed a holistic approach to her health. Chronic stress causes severe consequences to your body. Wendy was finally diagnosed with Hashimoto’s and felt the relief of knowing what was going on with herself. The biggest changes in Wendy’s lifestyle: Adrenal supplements (vitamin D, Probiotics), a dairy and gluten-free diet, no caffeine, no alcohol. Wendy started a blog where she shares all her recipes as well as tools and hacks to win the battle against Hashimoto’s. How to develop a relationship with your practitioner. Wendy gives her advice to all women feeling as she did.   I hope this episode helps you achieve the realization that investing in your health is the best decision you can make, and that healing your body must be your priority, keep seeking for the answers you are looking for! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Wendy Pike-Lyn: Wendy is a 53-year-old wife, mother and entrepreneur. She was diagnosed 6 years ago with Hashimoto's autoimmune disease and gave up gluten and other triggers to start to heal her body. She has always been the baker in the family and now has transposed those recipes into healthier versions. Wendy has started a monthly newsletter to share her lifestyle, baking and cooking tips. She also has a blog to help other people who are dealing with similar health issues tackle these lifestyle changes.   Subscribe to Wendy’s monthly newsletter that will send a new recipe every month   Wendy on Instagram: Healing_Hashimoto Wendy’s Blog on Healing Hashimoto   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners Stress is something we can all feel at certain times in our lives. There is an amazing product that is gentle enough for most people to take (I would not recommend it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding) it is called Strest, from Saint Francis Herb Farm, it is an adrenal tonic which works marvellously when you feel mentally and physically fatigued, anxious, and stressed. Strest helps to create a calmer state of mind. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   What you put on your skin has a direct impact on your endocrine system. Skin Essense offers a variety of organic, non-GMO, gluten-free products for your skin, bottled in dark amber glass to keep the integrity of the oils. If you have inflammatory issues going on the Soothe Oil is perfect for calming down dryness and rosacea since it is rich in antioxidants and helps to tone and balance the skin.  While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “Chronic stress causes severe consequences to your body.” “Our bodies work perfectly, the signs and symptoms are meant for us to hear and make a commitment to ourselves, to our health.” “You have to give your body time to heal, a shift in your diet won’t work overnight.” “Healing is a lot of work but being sick is tremendously harder.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honours in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

This episode is dedicated to what our daughters need to know about their changing bodies, their hormones, and their health. This time I am talking about eight to thirteen years old girls, the signs and symptoms of puberty coming on, and then the different transformations happening during the teen years and early twenties.   There are serious gaps in the education and information that is delivered to children and adolescents, and my aim today is to give valuable information about the female body, its chemistry, physiology, and biology, focusing on the hormonal and endocrine systems.   Being a woman is amazing and I want every girl to truly believe in this and to know that health is possible in every stage, phase and age.   These are the main topics of an awesome show: ● The menstrual cycle is the fifth vital sign of health. ● Cycle tracking helps doctors to make an early diagnosis of reproductive health issues. ● Our periods should not debilitate us. ● Puberty does not start with the first cycle. ● The follicular stimulating hormone is the one responsible for ovulation. ● We go through puberty twice as women. ● Signs and symptoms of puberty coming in. ● Introduce your daughter to an all-natural deodorant. ● The whole family needs to be included in this conversation. ● Download a period tracking app and teach your daughter to write down her symptoms. ● What is precocious or early puberty telling you? ● How dairy and carbohydrates can affect a girl’s body. ● How to decrease painful periods. ● The right testing to run. ● Check her weight and level of activity. ● From 13 to 20 our body is working in better establishing a rhythm. ● The effects of taking birth control pills. ● The cycle and periods’ lengths. ● The different phases of a cycle. ● Acne and skin changes. ● The truth about PCOS. ● Fertility is about taking care of the reproductive system, not about getting pregnant. ● Be there for your daughter by guiding her to a nutritious diet! ● Key supplements to support your daughter’s growth and health: Probiotics, Magnesium, B Vitamins, Vitamin D, and quality iron. ● Use organic hygiene products or menstrual cups.   Growing up is very intense for so many reasons, it is critical to teach our girls about their bodies, but also about taking care of themselves, so they don't grow up into women who put everything and everyone above themselves. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!    You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing show partners   Make sure that your girls’ liver is strong, healthy and stable because it will be the factor that will set them up for hormonal success. Our liver is the one detoxifying and metabolizing estrogen. What I use personally and with thousands of women in my practice is Hepato DR by Saint Francis Herb Farm which is a daily liver tonic.  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. As a result of more hormonal activity during the teen and twenties years, acne can appear; I recommend the oils of Skin Essence Organic, my favorite for the young skins is called Light which is the best for oily and acne-prone skin since it is antibacterial and anti-inflammatory. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada, www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike  The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Health is possible in every stage, phase and age.” “It is a blessing to be a woman.” “Cycle tracking can help doctors to make an early diagnosis of reproductive health issues.” “While taking birth control pills you don’t produce the hormones that lead to ovulation, which means eggs will not be released neither progesterone will be produced.” “PMS can get worse during the teen years due to nutritional deficiencies.” “Don’t confuse common with normal.” “Fertility is about taking care of the reproductive system, not about getting pregnant.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.     

Libby Crow is a global mentor for entrepreneurs, helping them practice deep self-care while also growing their businesses and their minds. She is the founder of LC International, a marketing strategy company, a blog & self-care resource for digital consultants, and Co-Founder of The Daily Shift, a personal development company for aspiring and accomplished entrepreneurs alike. She's dedicated to helping entrepreneurs see the journey as a bridge to raising the vibration of the planet and then later as a portal for giving back philanthropically.   The core essence of how we show up in our business is about who we show up as. Libby shares in a simple way how mindset, spirituality, connection to nature, and alignment are necessary to become a conscious leader and an overall more fulfilled human being.   These are the main topics of this amazing conversation: ● Libby talks about how she became an entrepreneur. ● The emotional ups and downs can be a gift since they teach you how to receive support. ● Useful tips that you can use when feeling stuck in self-limiting beliefs. ● The feminine energy is a precious gift that women have. ● Give yourself permission to take care of yourself and slow down. ● Be honest and question the rules that you had set up for yourself with regards to success. ● Be outside as often as you can. ● We are so conditioned to hold our feelings in. ● The power of crying. ● You are not crazy and you are not alone.   I hope that this episode inspires you to pursue your wildest goals while taking care of yourself. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Upcoming Events: ● June 7th, 2020 the 5th Ignite Your Life annual event in New Market, Ontario, Canada. During February get 40%off your ticket by entering the code: IYL40.    Learn more about Libby Crow.  :   Libby Crow Libby Crow on Instagram Libby Crow on Facebook Email Libby at libby@libbycrow.com Libby Crow’s Podcast   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing show partners I have an amazing recommendation for women suffering from eczema and psoriasis, supporting and cleansing the liver is fundamental for supporting our hormonal health and to our overall detoxification systems, including the skin. Saint Francis Herb Farm has a wonderful tincture called Clear Glow which works awesomely to remove toxins from the system while also being anti-inflammatory and antibacterial. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  To protect your face from damaging UV rays, use E-Cream from Skin Essence as well as their Soothe Oil, which is great for sensitive skin or if you have any redness or irritation. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code  jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/  Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Every day as an entrepreneur you are faced with a mirror that reflects back what you need to be working on.” “Willingness is the main feature when you want to uplevel, shift and change.” “The emotional ups and downs can be a gift since they teach you how to receive support.” “Give yourself permission to care for yourself and slow down.” “The rhythm of nature is one we all are supposed to follow.” “Be outside as often as you can.” “Personal growth is pretty hard.” “A big part of leadership is modeling that crying is ok, it’s normal and beautiful. “   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

We've all experienced it -- the point in life where you recognize something is no longer serving you. You know you need to up-level and make a change, but you're not sure how to go about it. In today's podcast episode, I'm pleased to be accompanied by Megan Schmidt. After the birth of her baby, Megan suffered from postpartum anxiety, had debilitating fatigue, a husband who was working shifts and she reached the realization that she needed to find something different for herself — because the way she was feeling just wasn’t working anymore. She was so busy serving everyone else, that she let herself down time and time again. She was just surviving every day. Today she shares the story of how she found herself again and learned to thrive.   Megan is a plant-based health coach, yoga instructor, mindset mentor, host of The Align Wellness Podcast and mom to three girls. She teaches women how to become healthier, happier and more fulfilled by showing them how to practice better self-care and manage their minds.   These are the main topics of an amazing conversation: ● Megan shares how becoming a mother changed her identity. ● Megan became a health coach and realized that the mindset needed to be linked for women to reach their optimal health. ● Vegetarianism vs plant-based nutrition. ● A Path to Wellness, a life-transforming path. ● Raising children is an ongoing learning process. ● It is ok for things to be hard. ● You are the thinker of your thoughts, you are in control of your mindset. ● Simple things you can do to enhance your mindset. ● Witness what you do without judging yourself. ● Are you in or out of alignment?   I hope this episode has helped you to open up your mind-frame. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Upcoming Events: ● March 4th, 2020 The Simplicity Project book launch at Nature’s Emporium in New Market, Ontario, Canada. ● June 7th, 2020 the 5th Ignite Your Life annual event in New Market, Ontario, Canada. During February get 40%off your ticket by entering the code: IYL40.    Learn more about Megan Schmidt  :   Align Wellness YXE  Megan Schmidt Youtube Channel The Align Wellness Podcast A Path to Wellness 1:1 Coaching program: A 6-month transformational program for passionate + ambitious women who want whole-body health. Learn how to manage your mind to reach your health goals, and feel better physically and mentally. Transition to a plant-based diet to improve your health, increase your energy, lose weight and decrease the chance of disease. Incorporate movement and learn other self-care practices (such as meditation, journaling and more) to regain your identity, energy, and passion. Align Wellness YXE on  Instagram Align Wellness YXE on Facebook   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing show partners In the month of love and Valentine’s self-care is a must! There are simple things we can do on a daily basis that we often forget about. There is a way to support your liver, menstrual cycle and any type of inflammation topically. Castor Oil from Saint Francis Herb Farm is my personal ally, it can be used alone or with essential oils. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Try Facial in a Jar from Skin Essence for a lovely ritual to treat yourself! It’s an exfoliant but it also works as a softening mask. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code  jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca- Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com- USA and International  Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Becoming a mother is a real identity change.” “Mindset needs to be applied to all of our goals.” “There is a romantic vision about raising young children, but it can really be a struggle, it is tough.” “It is ok for things to be hard.” “You are the thinker of your thoughts, you can control that.” “Your feelings come from your thoughts.” “Your soul gets tired when you are saying yes to things that are not lighting you up.”     Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

On Bell Let's Talk Day, I tried to create a post about one of the times that challenged me the most in my life...but I came up short. I started to cry before I could even write it. This wasn't something I could truthfully share about in 350 words or less. So, I decided to record a personal podcast episode for you instead... You might watch my social media feed or my content and think I have it all figured out. That things flow effortlessly for me. This is certainly not true. I have felt sad and unmotivated in my life, and I believe that sharing my struggle will bring me closer to you and to all women. We all struggle, we all go through rough times and vulnerability doesn't make us weak -- it makes us human. Which is why today, I'm sharing about the time in my life where I had to embrace a lack of control, and what was one of my greatest struggles to date...when I became a mother for the first time. Even though motherhood was everything I wanted, it wasn’t easy, it was actually draining, exhausting, and stressful.   Until I learned to embrace that I didn’t need to fix anything, but rather to go along with the awesomeness of this somewhat chaotic experience, accepting and surrendering to the process. I hope this episode inspires you and softens some of the edges that you feel around this subject...   Here are the main topics covered in this intense and raw episode: ● Becoming a mother for the first time. ● Having a baby that is constantly screaming for 9 months. ● What was I doing wrong? ● Surrendering to the imperfect perfection of my reality. ● Letting go of the need to fix everything. ● Reestablishing the relationship as a couple. ● Learning to ask for help. ● Our babies choose us, they are unique: we can’t change, control or shift it. ● Learning to actually listen.   I hope that sharing this information helps to heal us all collectively. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.     Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing show partners This is the season when I get the most questions about how to build a stronger immune system. You can prepare your body for the “flu season” by taking vitamin C, vitamin D, adaptogens, and immune blends like Saint Francis Herb Farm Deep Immune which nourishes your immune system, lowering the chances of catching colds and infections. If you get sick there are great allies you can use such as echinacea, oregano oil. This is a really good blend EchinaSeal from Saint Francis Herb Farm.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Dry skin is often a problem at this time, Rosehip seed oil from Skin Essense which is nourishing for all skin types since is rich in vitamins and antioxidants. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code  jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases on www.skinessence.ca in Canada and www.skinessenceorganics.com for U.S. and International customers. Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Almost every mother goes through some type of trauma or stress” “Let go of the need to fix everything.” “When we mother we think we need to be there all the time, but you and your baby need space.” “Our babies choose us, not the other way around.” “Something beautiful happens when you are quiet when someone shares, you allow the space for them to keep talking and sharing, keep softening.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Shannon is a creative entrepreneur, photographer, movement educator, yoga teacher, creator of a women's yoga retreat called The She Retreat. Shannon is a public speaker and lover of love.   In this episode, Shannon and I talk about resilience. Shannon has recently gone through difficult times, realizing that certain things that she thought would go in a certain way just did not happen as planned. She has walked gracefully through the changes and obstacles that life put in front of her. She comes through this conversation vulnerable, authentic and real so you can look at your own hassles through a different lens.   These are the main subjects of this awesome and inspiring conversation: ● Shannon talks about her experience following a nonlinear professional path. ● Reaching a point where you can feel at home with your body. ● Where can you start to feel validated? ● Shannon shares how she and her mother gave birth to The She Retreat. ● Shannon talks about going through divorce.  ● The price to be paid for being open and vulnerable.  ● Take time to actually face your pain. ● Learning to be compassionate with oneself. ● You are only responsible for yourself. ● Capturing love through the lens of a camera. ● The essence of The She Retreat. ● Owning your emotions.   I hope you are inspired by the strength of this amazing woman, who proves that owning our emotions when facing our deepest fears and hardest times, are only opportunities to find our true core and keep practicing love and compassion to ourselves.  Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Upcoming Events: ● March 4th, 2020 The Simplicity Project book launch at Nature’s Emporium in New Market, Ontario, Canada. ● June 7th, 2020 the 5th Ignite Your Life annual event in New Market, Ontario, Canada. During February get 40%off your ticket by entering the code: IYL40.    Learn more about Shannon Hastings:   Essandelleco Shannon Hastings on Instagram   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing show partners What are you doing on a daily basis to support your gut? Have you ever tried using Digestive Enzymes? I personally use Saint Francis Herb Farm Canadian Digestive Bitters which help your body produce an environment ready to breakdown the foods we consume so you can reach the good nutrients in them. Remember that a healthy digestive system supports a healthy immune system! Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all your purchases.    Are you running from one meeting to the other and not really taking the time to eat for long periods of time? This could be the cause for bloating, and gas too! You need to take good quality snacks with you, having a bar can prevent you snacking on fast food or a sugary drink! Genuine Health Vegan Fermented Bars are really a unique healthy way to get protein and fiber while supporting your blood sugar levels. Try the New Clean Collagen Bars, they are simply amazing!   Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all your purchases.   I recently had a small surgery that left a scar on my neck, I have to confess that Skin Essence E Cream helped immensely, I saw the redness and the inflammation coming down. I have also been using it for irritation after exercising or sweating too much, applying E-Cream at night on those irritated areas has simply made a world of a difference. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada. www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International. Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project   The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Everyone experiences a certain kind of insecurity in regards to their bodies.” “What can you do is more important than how you look like.” “You are enough, you are loved, you are here.” “It is ok to learn things as you go.” “Push off the thoughts that are not helping you.” “You can only be responsible for yourself.” “Everything is impermanent.” “Love is not supposed to be chaotic.” “Life is about the in-betweens.” “Stop apologizing for your emotions.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus.   Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.    

For this fabulous episode, I am thrilled to welcome Kate Northrup as my guest. In this incredible interview, we talk about the “shoulds” that we tend to put onto ourselves, how we tend to get stuck and add more responsibilities and tasks to our lists which prevents us from thriving and doesn’t allow us to create more time for the things that fill and enlighten us.   As women, we are all mothering someone in our lives, including ourselves, so this episode is for all of us. Kate encourages women to ask themselves: what would your life look like if you had the time to do the things that really matter to you, those things that truly light you up?   Kate is sharing the keys to creating a better relationship with your body, learning how to read the cues your body is giving you and to make the best decisions founded in what is that you need to do and not to do.   Kate also talks about her brand new book Do Less: A revolutionary Approach to Time and Energy Management for Ambitious Women   Here are the main topics of this outstanding conversation: ● Kate shares how she decided that doing less was the way to move forward. ● Kate talks about how she became interested in the moon’s phases and women’s cycles. ● Overworking can be a trauma response. ● Tools to work through the trauma and to learn how to just be present in our bodies. ● We are mammals, and we forget this. ● How can you fit more of you into your schedule? ● How to recognize “energy vampires” by creating healthy boundaries. ● Create space for what matters the most to finding yourself. ● How you do what you do matters more than what you are doing. ● Our well being depends on connection. ● Tools to align with yourself.   As Kate marvellously states: You are already fabulous, you do not have to prove that to anyone! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Upcoming Events: ● March 4th, 2020 Book Launch of The Simplicity Project at Nature’s Emporium, New Market, Ontario, Canada. ● June 7th, 2020 5th Annual Event of Ignite Your Life at New Market. During February get 40%off your ticket entering the code: IYL40.      Learn more about Kate Northrup:   As an entrepreneur, bestselling author, speaker, and mother, Kate Northrup has built a multimedia digital empire with her husband, Mike Watts, that reaches hundreds of thousands globally. They are committed to supporting ambitious women to light up the world without burning themselves out in the process. Kate teaches data-driven and soul-driven time and energy management practices that result in saving time, making more money, and experiencing less stress. Kate has a membership of over 1,000 entrepreneurs called Origin® Collective that's about infusing more feminine energy into your business and reclaiming your time, and she has also helped over 5,000 students heal their relationship with money with her signature Money Love Course. Her first book, Money: A Love Story, has been published in 5 languages, and her second book, Do Less: A Revolutionary Approach to Time and Energy Management for Busy Moms, is now available wherever books are sold. Kate's work has been featured by The Today Show, Yahoo! Finance, Women's Health, Glamour, The Institute of Integrative Nutrition, Wanderlust, The Huffington Post, and more. Kate and Mike live with their daughters in a cozy town in Maine.   Kate Northrup Kate Northrup on Instagram Kate Northrup on Facebook Check Kate Northrup’s books Origin Collective   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing show partners There is an extended concern about the recent Coronavirus outbreak, I want you to remember that your health is something you need to work daily, supporting your immune system every day and not only when an imminent threat appears. My family and I use Deep Immune, there are adult and children’s versions, and it works at helping to strengthen the immune system to stay healthy long term. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all your purchases.   Another way to keep our immune system strong is by preparing and creating nourishing meals as well as smoothies which are a simpler way to provide our bodies with what they need.   Chocolate Cherry Chunk Smoothie: - 1 scoop of chocolate flavoured Genuine Health Fermented Vegan Protein Powder - ¾ of a cup of organic frozen cherries - A handful of organic arugula - Seeds according to your cycle or the moon’s cycle if you don’t have a period (flax and pumpkin seeds during the first phase of your cycle — sesame and sunflower in the second phase) - 1 scoop of Genuine Health Clean bovine collagen - 1 scoop of cashew butter - 1 cup of organic oatmeal - 1 cup of water   Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all your purchases.   The products you use in and on your body create a great impact on your overall health. Keep in mind that the skin is your largest organ: what goes into your skin goes directly to the bloodstream. Today I want to share the Pure Cleanser that I use every night, I massage my face with it and create a kind of mask and after a few minutes I rinse it off. I am obsessed with it! The synergy of the ingredients all makes sense to make an experience for your skin. While shopping at Skin Essence enter the code  jennpike15 for 15% OFF your purchases www.skinessence.ca — Canada  www.skinessenceorganics.com — USA and International  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “As women, we are all mothering someone in our lives, including ourselves.” “Align your body with your business by learning about your cycles.” “Lean into your femininity as the source of your power.” “Being a woman can feel inherently unsafe on this planet, at this time.” “Staying in constant motion is a result of not feeling safe to be present in our bodies.” “We can’t go through the things that live in our body through our mind.”   “When we are in fight or flight mode we can’t see possibilities.”  “It is more about how you are doing what you do and not so much about what you are doing .” “We isolate ourselves when we are trying to keep it all together and do it all on our own.”  “Our well being depends on connection.” “The greatest factor of immunity is a community” “Stop apologizing for your emotions.” “Thinking that you have too much to do is an illusion of your mind.” “You are already fabulous, you do not have to prove that to anyone!“   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honours in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Adele Tevlin is the founder and CEO of a company that specializes in wellness, she holds a bsc in Neuropsychology, has a certification in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and has a diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition. Currently, Adele is completing her Masters in Psychology at Harvard University.   Adele’s passion is to empower people to achieve their highest state of being, she is a pattern interruptor an a behavioral expert, helping people change their habits, behaviors and beliefs that will lead to the transformations they desire in their personal and professional lives.   During this episode, Adele will share her ability to get to the heart of the matter when it comes to what you are struggling with and is preventing you to move forward in either the physical, mental or emotional levels.   Here are the main topics of this amazing conversation: ● Adele talks about the learning process in her professional journey. ● Where do you begin when you feel you are stuck and not in alignment? ● The difference between transformation and change. ● The agreements we make with ourselves about our identities have their roots in our childhood years.  ● The best way to heal yourself and not pass it on to your kids is to do the work internally. ● How does the Blueprint CBT Training with Adele works? ● Learn how to create balancing and empowering thoughts to completely change the neurochemistry and the organization of the brain around a particular situation. ● There is always a thought preceding a behavior. ● Your feelings and thoughts are completely valid, which doesn’t mean that they are true or align with what you want to become.   Hoping you enjoyed this conversation as much as I did, and that as a result, you feel validated and encouraged to keep pursuing your goals while transforming the thoughts and patterns that are not serving you anymore. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   The CEO Blueprint: Take a look at Adele’s amazing event, the CEO Blueprint: http://ceoblueprint.co/trainingevent   The C.E.O Blueprint CBT Training is for Healthcare Practitioners and Coaches who are interested in producing breakthroughs with themselves and the people they serve.   THE C.E.O Blueprint Methodology was created out of Adele's 15 years experience in working with some of Canada's most influential CEO's and Executives.    When this work was married with Adele's studies at Harvard in Psychology, coupled with her training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, the answer was clear; healthcare practitioners are not equip to do the work of real transformation with their clients.     The C.E.O Blueprint Methodology provides healthcare practitioners with the framework to provide lasting transformation with the people they serve.   Learn more about Adele Tevlin:   Adele Wellness Adele Wellness on Instagram Adele is holding a CEO Blueprint CBT Training for practitioners - go to her Instagram bio on linktr.ee and register! Email Adele at adele@adelewellness.com   Adele is from Toronto and is the founder and CEO of Adele Wellness, a premium weight loss consultancy for high-performance professionals with demanding lifestyles.   Adele is a behavioral expert and pattern interrupter that uses a combination of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Holistic Nutrition to ensure clients achieve sustainable health and wellness goals.   Through consulting and corporate workshops, Adele has spent 10 years leading groundbreaking discussions that lead to the development of viable ways for people to change their behaviour and thought patterns. Although physical wellness is the first step, Adele dives deeper to transform the thought patterns of women in the workplace. She aims to close the gender gap that exists in executive positions and revolutionize Feminine Leadership, so female leaders can make the difference they are here to make! She does so by building their confidence, improving their mental and physical well-being, increasing resilience, and up-levelling their leadership by helping them transform their relationship with themselves.   Adele is also a lifelong learner and is now enrolled in her dream program at Harvard University in the Masters of Psychology program. Adele holds a B.Sc in Neuropsychology, a certificate in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a Diploma in Applied Holistic Nutrition.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing show partners Here are some of my best suggestions of things you can add into your water, smoothie or warm beverage to augment the positive impact they have on your body, one of my favorites is the bovine Clean Collagen by Genuine Health 100% organic, Non GMO. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 15% off all of your purchases.     We often talk about sleep hygiene in this podcast, and I have the perfect recommendation for those of you who end  the day feeling physically exhausted but just seem to be unable to slow down in a mental space, ValeriCalm by Saint Francis Herb Farm will help your nervous systems and emotions when you are trying to get to sleep, it contains 6 different sleep inducing herbs. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    Learn more about Jenn’s work:  Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “What you won't see you won't remember, keep your healthy aids in strategic places, set up your environment in a way that helps you to keep your good habits in mind.” “The difference between transformation and change, is that there is no way back from transformation.” “You won't change until a behavior is not ok for you anymore.” “If you keep on failing to achieve a goal you set for yourself, either change the goal or your mindset.” “Entrepreneurship is personal development.” “People are addicted to their thinking.” “If you have the belief that you won't succeed you have already created that as a reality.” “Your feelings and thoughts are completely valid, which doesn’t mean that they are true or align to what you want to become.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Dr. Michelle Peris is a Naturopathic Doctor, Creator of the Rebel Tribe, Host of the Rebel Talk Podcast, and the Director of her in-person clinic “The Poppy Clinic” located in Oakville, Ontario. She is also mom to two beautiful children and a wife.   Dr. Peris’ passion and purpose in life are teaching women the science of sisterhood and community and what really happens when you allow yourself to be part of something outside of yourself as well as how being part of a community can positively impact your emotional and physical health.   Here are the main topics covered in this amazing conversation with my friend and colleague Dr. Michelle Peris: ● Dr. Peris shares how she developed Rebel Tribe as a collective way for women to discover their healing power. ● The three elements of healing: 1. The need for concern. 2. The functional tests and interventions available. 3. The nature of our support system. ● Dr. Peris talks about being rebellious. ● The connection between physical, mental and emotional symptoms with the lack of community. ● Community is the medicine. ● The recurrent feeling of shame in a woman’s life. ● When and how to reach out to “your people”. ● The physiology of connection. ● The impact of isolation and stress on our health. ● Learning how to keep the vibration of your relationships high. ● Tapping into your intuition.   Hoping that you find this episode encouraging to become part of a group or a community where you can find support and connection, which will improve your emotional and physical health. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Michelle Peris :   The Poppy Clinic Rebel Tribe Build Your Tribe for Clinicians Dr. Michelle Peris on Instagram Dr. Michelle Peris on Facebook The Poppy Clinic on Facebook Rebel Talk Podcast Group on Facebook   Dr. Michelle Peris is a Naturopathic Doctor (ND), community builder, speaker, women's empowerment advocate and mother. Michelle is the Clinic Director at The Poppy Clinic, an integrative medical clinic that grew to include 8 practitioners in one year. Michelle is also the creator of the wildly popular community health initiative, Rebel Tribe. Michelle maintains a private practice in the city of Oakville, while also dedicating her time on cultivating a community health program aimed at health education and women's empowerment. She believes that connection is essential for optimal health and living a vibrant life. She is passionate about helping women of all ages and life stages learn to listen to their bodies and tune into the wisdom inside, helping them create a life that feels good to live, with energy and passion that had been long forgotten. As an ND, Michelle is immensely passionate about helping women (and their families) become their own best health advocate and believes that empowered, health-conscious individuals can achieve a superior quality of life. Michelle graduated from both the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) as well as the University of Calgary, where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in kinesiology with a minor in contemporary dance. As a clinician, Michelle's focus is on women and children, hormone health, and digestion. She is the proud creator of Dr. Mom ND, an online resource for health-conscious moms and their natural babies. When Michelle is not working through health concerns with her patients, you'll find her sipping bulletproof coffee, hanging out with her tribe which includes her super cool husband, playing with her two young kids, or staying up entirely too late with her husband and a few goofy pets.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing show partners Many women coming back to exercise often feel that they have joint pain resulting from inflammation, apart from suggesting being instructed about the quality of your movement and guided through it, I recommend to look for the source of this inflammation, if it is a preexisting discomfort Saint Francis Herb Farm Curcumin Plus is a great supplement to support your body, curcumin is one of the most potent natural anti-inflammatory compounds. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    When talking about joint health, another great ally is Clean Collagen from Genuine Health that provides 10 grams of easy-to-absorb protein into your body. I personally use one to two scoops a day. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike  Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Support is what will help you to show up and do the things you said you want to do.” “When you have support you feel seen, heard, and that you are valued.” “When you are cultivating change and stretch in your life it feels lonely and scary; being with other people that are going through the same thing makes it less frightening.” “Our physiology is connected to our intuition.” “You are not on this journey alone.” “The community is the medicine.” “We are wired for connection.” “When you have high quality connections your health parameters improve.” “Social isolation is one of the major root causes of depression.” “It’s not about the quantity it is about the quality.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus.   QJenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Today I’m chatting with hormone coach, health strategist for women 40 years and older, as well as a DUTCH test expert who helps women balance and restore their midlife hormones -- Maria Claps.   Maria offers real talk and real solutions, providing the information and education to know what to ask a practitioner and what you really need to know about your hormones.   Many women believe they are estrogen dominant and the truth is that in your 40’s you really need to focus your energy in restoring and balancing your estrogen, while helping the health of our body over all.   If you’re not 40 yet, this is the kind of information you need to know now to start creating the path, so when you do get into your 40 ́s you are equipped with the knowledge and you know how to create a day to day life style that is going to best support you.   Here are the main topics of this awesome conversation: ● What is perimenopause? ● Maria Claps talks about her own journey transiting into perimenopause. ● The initial symptoms you really need to pay attention to. ● Key tests you should be asking your physician for. ● The truth about estrogen dominance. ● Why have a DUTCH test? ● Easy healthy switches you can do to help your hormone health. ● Daily simple things you can do for your health. ● The association between frozen shoulder, estrogen and blood sugar dysregulation. ● Foods you should be reaching for and others you should eat less often. ● Key supplements based on nutrients that most women can benefit from. ● Tips to support your sleep. ● Women’s health retreat in Italy.    Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Participate in our contest “Rate, Review and Win” you just need to rate and review the podcast, take a photo of you listening to an episode and add the hashtags #thesimplicitysessions #jennpike  for a chance to be one of the lucky winners of the entire movement series!   Learn more about Maria Claps:   Maria Claps Maria Claps on Instagram Maria Claps on Facebook Maria Claps Imbalance supplement guide Maria Claps Italy retreat  Oct 3-10, 2020   Maria Claps is a certified health coach, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition practitioner and mom to 4 grown boys. After receiving inadequate healthcare that did nothing to address her perimenopause problems, Maria enrolled in the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN) in order to help herself. After that, Maria pursued several hormone-centric trainings including Dr. Sara Gottfried's practitioner hormone training program, the Functional Diagnostic Nutrition program, the Nutritious Life Certification and she also trained with hormone scholar and scientist Dr. Lindsey Berkson. Maria helps women all over the world as a perimenopause and menopause mentor via her Thrive Over 45 program and 1:1. She is a DUTCH hormone test expert. When she's not working with clients, Maria can be found trekking through Italy, at farmer's markets locally or in the kitchen creating recipes.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing show partners What cooking oil are you using? If you are used to olive oil, know that it is not meant to be heated at high temperatures! You should turn to oils that can handle higher heats like coconut oil, avocado oil and ghee. I use Saint Francis Herb Farm Ghee which is organic and made from 100% Organic Canadian dairy, grass fed and pasture raised. All the water and the milk solids are removed and that is why is called clarified butter. Ghee is rich in nutrients that our bodies need from a digestive and brain health perspective, helping to support motility, ensuring good balance and movement.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    This week I wanted to share my Cherry Chocolate Chunk Smoothie with you guys: - One cup of Silk unsweetened organic coconut milk - Water to fill up to 750ml - Half cup of organic frozen dark cherries - 2 tablespoons of seeds (use the ones that help with your seed cycling) - 2 scoops of the Genuine Health Organic Vegan Fermented Protein Chocolate Powder - A little bit of spinach   Blend it all and enjoy!   Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Become you own best health advocate.” “When you look good, you feel good.” “Do not heat in plastic!” “Spay your perfume on your clothes.” “Your body is constantly changing.” “You must get sunlight.” “There is an association between blood sugar dysregulation and frozen shoulder.” “When you lack estrogen you might get frozen shoulder.” “Most midlife women are not getting enough protein.” “Breast implants are associated with insomnia.”     Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus.   Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

In this episode I want to share everything about the Hormone Project. It’s a program I have been working on for the last 2 decades and it is directed at women of all ages: - women in their 20’s, thinking about starting a family or suffering from debilitating periods, acne, and  migraines. - women in their 30 ́s and 40 ́s  wanting to take care of their bodies during pregnancy, post pregnancy or leading into perimenopause. - women going through menopause and post menapause.   In this episode you will hear about: ● Who the Hormone Project directed to. ● One on one work during the program. ● Bringing more balance to your life and hormones. ● The Hormone Project helps you get to the root cause of your symptoms. ● Creating a continuous education chain. ● Time is not an issue, the program is recorded and you can listen to it when you decide. ● Financing: the Hormone Project offers payment plans. ● Complete testing including the DUTCH test. ● Every consultation is recorded. ● Three healing protocols: 1. Gut health, 2. Liver Health 3. Adrenal, Thyroid and ovarian health, along with three meal plans and supplement protocols. ● The Hormone Project offers a 5 part master class with health experts. ● The movement series. ● The Hormone Project 2.0 ● Participate in the rate and review contest for the podcast!!   When you join the Hormone Project we become your team, let us guide you in creating the solutions for all the signs and symptoms you have been experiencing. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  During the holidays I have been having more sugar than I would like, and I am really feeling the consequences, I have been experiencing cravings, which I know are clear signs from my body. I know I need to add some greens to my diet on a daily basis, incorporating salads, sautes, vegetables, my Juice Plus, and Genuine Health Gut Super Food added to my water and smoothies.   I want to share my hormone balancing smoothie with you: - A scoop of chocolate Organic Vegan Fermented Protein Powder  from Genuine Health - A cup of organic non GMO milk - ½ liter of Water - Frozen cauliflower - 2 tablespoons of ground flax seeds - Almond butter - 2 handfuls of greens (arugula, spinach, broccoli sprouts ) - Pinch of cinnamon   This is also the perfect time to start to take my Liver Hepato from Saint Francis Herb Farm after having a little break from it while I was preparing for the fitness competition.   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Are you wired and tired? This is a sign of adrenal fatigue.” “When you were told that you are fine but you know deep down something is wrong, the hormone project will help you find the root cause of your symptoms.” “We tend to create bottlenecks for our own goals.” “Money is energy, we chose what to do based on our priorities.” “We don’t need all that stuff, we buy it because there is a societal expectation regarding what we should have.” “We as women are the ones who are creating the ultimate level of change for our families.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

For today’s episode, I am accompanied by Tara Thorne. Tara is a functional nutritionist and founder of the Hormone Balance solution, she helps busy mums lose weight, balance their hormones, and feel great so they can go from snappy, uncomfortable, and fatigued to feeling calm, being able to play with the kids again, fit into their favourite pair of jeans once more and live their best life without having to give up wine, chocolate, or coffee.   In today’s episode, you will hear a deep conversation about estrogen; low, high and how the gut is implicated in the excess of it. You will find all the information you need regarding testing appropriately for estrogen and how can you support your estrogen levels nutritionally, with supplements and with your everyday lifestyle choices.   Here are the main topics that Tara and I discussed in this fabulous show: What is estrogen? The different types of estrogen. Estrogen dominance, as well as low estrogen, can be harmful to our health. The reasons why you might have low estrogen levels. Physiological stress. Having enough cholesterol and fat is vital for a woman’s hormonal health. The best way to test your estrogen levels. How do we metabolize estrogen? The lifestyle changes you need to do to help balance your hormone levels. The impact of low fat and low carbohydrate diet. The true impact of coffee, sugar and alcohol on your body.   Wishing this episode has given you a healthy dose of knowledge and inspiration, and that it empowers you to know that you can cure yourself, don’t give up your power to anyone! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or by visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast   Learn more about Dr. Tara Thorne :  Tara Thorne Hormone Balance Tara Thorne on Instagram   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject.   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!   Learn more about our amazing sponsors I wanted to share what I had for breakfast today: delicious and healthy pancakes! It’s a great way to incorporate healthy doses of fat to your daily diet! Here are the ingredients: Half cup of organic gluten-free oats Half cup of egg whites 2 whole eggs Cinnamon Pinch of sea salt Saint Francis Coconut Ghee (an amazing source of fat!)   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   At this particular time of the month, I know I need to double my intake of Genuine Health Omegas and I also incorporate Gut Health Superfood by Genuine Health to my water — I drink it out of the glass with a stainless steel straw. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “We have 60 different estrogens and only three are the most well studied.” “We have estrogen receptors all over our bodies.” “Low estrogen levels are related to heart disease” “Our sex hormones need cholesterol.” “The most important thing to spend your money on is on health.” “You can be overfed and undernourished.” “Low fat is not the way to go when you have hormone issues.” “You can cure yourself, don’t give up your power!”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honours in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Samantha Gladish is a Holistic Nutritionist, weight loss & hormone Coach and author of the new book, The 30-Day Hormone Solution. She is the founder of HolisticWellness.ca, a website dedicated to helping women lose weight and balance their hormones with delicious food. Samantha coaches and supports women from around the world on natural beauty care and holistic health and nutrition.   Her philosophy is that by changing the way we eat, think, move and care for our bodies, we can heal ourselves and live a life of more power and possibility. Her passion for business is an extension of her work as a health coach. Samantha speaks internationally on all things health, wellness and entrepreneurship and in her spare time, you can find her baking up delicious health-ified treats in her kitchen.   These are the main topics you will hear in this amazing conversation:   ● Samantha Gladish shares her journey writing her book The 30 Day Hormone Solution. ● Eating delicious food and supporting your health at the same time. ● What does detox really mean? ● The function of the liver in the detoxification process. ● Simple ways to support detox. ● Strategies that can set you up for success during the holidays. ● The importance of staying hydrated. ● Digestive enzymes and bitters help optimize your digestion. ● Samantha explains the impact of junk-light on our health. ● Having quality sleep is not equivalent to sleeping all night. ● Wear your blue-blocking glasses!   Hoping you have acquired better knowledge on how your body functions so you can make better choices; supporting your health can be delicious and easy. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Samantha Gladish:   Holisticwellness.ca The 30 Day Hormone Solution: The Key to Better Health and Natural Weight Loss, Samantha Gladish  Order your book at www.hormonesolutionbook.com  Free 5 Day sugar detox Holistic Wellness Foodie on Instagram Holistic Wellness Foodie on Facebook    Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Christmas is almost here and with it, the cold weather! There has been some sickness in my family and it is not always a bad thing since it forces us to rest and take some time to restore. We are taking Saint Francis Deep Immune which doesn’t prevent sickness, but certainly reduces the symptoms and length as well as promotes quick recovery. Another amazing aid is Saint Francis Throat Spray and Echinacea for colds. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    Our son got sick and his throat was very inflamed, the doctor suggested we wait, and if the symptoms worsened, to give him antibiotics. Fortunately with the help of essential oils, supplements and Genuine Health Fermented Probiotic, he got better after three days of rest. Order any product at Genuine Health, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Detoxification is about cleaning and nourishing the body.”   “Magnesium is great for PMS treatment.” “Healthy tip for the holidays: commit to having green vegetables every day and stay hydrated.” “You have to expose yourself to natural light to optimize your sleep and support your melatonin production.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Last weekend I participated in a Fitness Competition! I had been training and preparing myself for several months for this event, and I wanted to share my experience, my reasons and my insights with all of you.   If you have set a “big goal” for yourself — whatever it may be — this episode is for you! I realized that the steps we take and the support systems we set up for ourselves are what propel us to reach our dreams (regardless of what our goal is about!).    These are the main topics of this inspiring show: ● My journey training for different fitness competitions. ● Seeking the support you need: build your team. ● The importance of finding your reasons to pursue your goal. ● Choosing the right nutrition and supplements to support your overall health ● What to do when you are about to give up. ● Understanding the long term impact, physically, mentally and emotionally. ● And… I won! I celebrated my own triumph without comparing myself to anyone else, perseverance actually paid off! ● Rest and restore.   I want you to be courageous, audacious and ambitious when setting goals for yourself, and equally importantly, align yourself with those who support you, your community is everything! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  A great support during my training for the fitness competition was my VITEX Combo from Saint Francis Herb Farm which is often used for perimenopause and menopause, but this time I took it as a way of assisting my pituitary gland and my brain since knew they were going to be under stress from losing weight and having lower body fat. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, you can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Saint Francis Digestive Enzymes along with Fermented Vegan Protein by Genuine Health kept my digestion flawless during training. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Don’t let other people’s opinions interfere in what your focus is, keep moving forward.” “About the process of training with a purpose: It is going to get harder before it gets better.” “Just because someone has reached something, it doesn’t make that person into an expert in that field.” “If your environment is not safe, your body will create a compensatory pattern.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

In today’s episode I am going to share with you the impact that alcohol has on our bodies, I know this is a difficult topic, since a glass of wine is very often related to socializing, celebrations, and relaxing… Hold on there!  I am not going to tell you not to drink, but awareness needs to be brought to this subject.   In this episode, I will address some facts about how our female bodies manage alcohol and also some practical tips and strategies I personally use and recommend in my practice. I want to share with you my own experience related to this topic, since I drink alcohol and there was a time when I used to drink more than I do now; I will give you the details about how my body responded, how I felt and why I decided to significantly reduce the amounts of alcohol that I drink. I also want to share the things that I choose to indulge myself, since it’s not all about restriction after all!   Here are the main topics you will hear about in this awesome episode: ● The liver and its functions. ● Alcohol consumption affects the liver and this has consequences on the ability to detoxify, absorb nutrients, keep blood sugar balanced, and hydration (among others!). ● Cravings and its relationship with alcohol intake. ● There is an increase of estrogen in women that regularly drink alcohol, that dramatically elevates the chances of suffering breast cancer ● Did you know that a serving of wine is equal to 3 ounces?   ● You should avoid wines that are not organic since they are loaded with pesticides. ● How to successfully decline an invitation to drink alcohol in a social event. ● Alcohol impacts our insulin and cortisol production, consequently affecting blood sugar levels and the adrenals. ● If you are trying to lose weight cutting alcohol is one key element. ● Tips for the holiday season: stay hydrated, eat veggies, protein and healthy fats, proper sleep, and moving. ● Why you should stay away from beer.   Hoping this episode has given you more information and awareness regarding the effects of alcohol on our bodies, so you can choose differently to support your overall health. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast .   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  During the holiday season we go through changes in our diets and habits, that is why I am extra cautious in how I take care of my system in terms of my nutrition, life style, sleep, movement ,hydration and supplements. Taking care of my liver is a priority since it is the organ responsible for more than 500 different functions every single day, detoxing as well as metabolizing your hormones. Each day I support my liver with Hepato DR from Saint Francis Herb Farm, it very antiinflammatory while assisting your immune system.    At this time of the year our gut health can be compromised, which  is strictly connected to our immune system. I use Genuine Health Gut Super Food to contribute to my gut microbiome, I just add a couple of scoops to my shake or water, it is a simple thing to do on a daily basis to help your body from the inside out. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Your liver is what is filtering and detoxing your body from chemicals, toxins and excess hormones.” “When we know differently, we chose differently” “Your body craves what is lacking” “Alcohol raises your estrogen for more than 50%” “Female bodies process alcohol much slower than men’s, so the impact is much stronger.” “Don't let other people’s stuff become yours.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Dr. Leigha Saunders, ND is the founder of True Roots Health Care in Uxbridge and today's conversation is dedicated to talking about sleep, emphasizing the reasons why sleep is so important and how it can impact our health and our hormones when we are not getting enough of it.   Dr. Leigha is a naturopathic doctor who recurrently sees in her practice that most health issues have their roots in nutritional deficiencies and chronic stress, and when these two aspects are corrected, the body recovers its natural ability to heal and turn into a more vibrant state.   Dr. Leigha has come to realize there are 4 fundamental principles to putting your health first and these are sleep, movement, nutrition, and mindset, she will dive deep into these four aspects and give practical and actionable advice for you to start changing your sleep habits to improve your overall health.   Here are some of the main topics addressed in this amazing conversation:   ● Definition of perimenopause. ● Transition from perimenopause to menopause. ● 4 principles to putting your health first: sleep, movement, nutrition, and mindset. ● Simple steps to care of your sleep environment (temperature, sound, light, order). ● Sleeping is very rarely a solo event. ● How blue lights affect our sleep. ● Blood sugar and cortisol levels during the day affect your sleep at night. ● How does caffeine work in our bodies? ● When to stop eating before sleep? ● Supplements and essential oils to use for a better sleep. ● The importance of being assessed individually.   Hoping you learned as much as I did about the vital importance of good quality sleep for health and healing. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Dr. Leigha Saunders ND :  Visit Dr. Leigha Saunders website Dr. Leigha Saunders ND on Instagram Dr. Leigha Saunders ND on Facebook Email Dr. Leigha Saunders at drleigha@truerootshealthcare.com    Dr. Leigha Saunders is a naturopathic doctor and the owner and founder of Uxbridge, Ontario's premier wellness clinic, True Roots Healthcare. She maintains a private practice with a special interest in helping busy women gain energy, balance their mood, regulate hormones and sleep deep, particularly through perimenopause. She is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, holds general, IVIT and therapeutic prescribing certification with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario and is a member of the Ontario and Canadian Associations of Naturopathic Doctors. Dr. Leigha believes that when you have your health, you have everything. After 6 years in practice, Dr. Leigha has come to realize there are 4 fundamental principles to putting your health first – sleep, movement, nutrition, and mindset. It's not fancy, but it's incredibly powerful. She sees women struggling to integrate and maintain these things in their day to day life. In this Masterclass, Dr. Leigha will take you through how to put yourself and your health first to gain energy, balance your mood, regulate hormones and sleep deep! You can sign up for Dr. Leigha free Health First Masterclass by visiting http://www.leighasaundersnd.com/healthfirst   Ready to start sleeping better tonight? Grab Dr. Leigha's top 7 tips for a better night's sleep here: https://leighasaundersnd.activehosted.com/f/3   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    The Synced Program is now available for registration, learn how to tune your body to the lunar cycle, and acquire a multidisciplinary approach to balance your body in less than 30 minutes a day!    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  The holiday season brings a lot of joy as well as stress, anxiety, overwhelm and often lack of proper sleep, for all these ValeriCalm from Saint Francis Herb Farm is my go-to first aid! It helps to reduce anxiety during the day but using it at night can also do good for people that can feel physically exhausted but whose brains don’t stop! Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   If you wake up in the middle of the night, you need to ask yourself if your blood sugar is stable throughout the day. If it isn’t, then this might be the reason why your sleep is interrupted at night. To balance your blood sugar levels, have raw nuts and seeds with you at all times and a Genuine Health Vegan Fermented Protein Bar, my favorite flavor is the dark chocolate almond! Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Do what you love and love what you do.” “If you are not sleeping you cannot heal and restore.” “How you sleep at night is created by what you do during the day.” “It takes 12 hours to metabolize a cup of coffee.” “Your body and brain drives on routine.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

This episode is one of a kind! Susan S. Bratton is my guest today, she is an advocate for passionate relationships, and is considered an expert on sex. Susan has the ability to break down concepts such as libido, arousal, communication, and intimacy. Susan is an author, a renowned speaker and a serial entrepreneur who teaches passionate lovemaking techniques to people all around the world.   I consider this conversation to be very relevant since one of the most common struggles women present to me during the Hormone Project, is that they are even not having intimacy, having painful intercourse, suffer from vaginal dryness and overall feel disconnected from their bodies. These topics are often very difficult to address, being very taboo, and leave women suffering behind closed doors. This episode is meant to bring these recurrent problems to light, you are not alone!   These are the main topics addressed in this open and meaningful conversation about sex, passion, and relationships:   ● Susan shares how she became interested in helping people achieving their sexual potential and how she is currently struggling with the social pressure from people who don't support her work. ● Women’s main concerns: vaginal dryness, how to keep libido up while aging, self-pleasure and orgasmic potential. ● Susan gives suggestions about how to manage intimacy when there are children in the house. ● Women's arousal times are completely different than men’s. ● How to train your partner about your body. ● Susan shares a technique: The Soulmate Embrace. ● Stop acting, explain what you need to your partner.  ● Susan explains how to get your vaginal tissue stimulated in order for a better flow of fluids and energy. ● How a man should touch the most sensitive parts of your clitoris structure and the labia. ● The inside of your vaginal area and its different parts. ● Every woman should be encouraged to practice self-pleasuring since it increases lubrication, arousal, and orgasmic potential.   I hope you enjoyed this open conversation about sexual pleasure, women’s bodies and relationships. The aim of this episode is to encourage you to explore different ways to ignite your libido while discovering new forms to get in touch with your femininity. I wish you a healthy dose of curiosity about your own body and more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Susan S. Bratton:  Susan Bratton is an advocate and champion of all who desire passionate intimacy. Best-selling author of 30 books and online programs that teach passionate lovemaking, bedroom communication skills and restorative sexual wellness techniques. She's a frequent daytime television guest, speaker from the stage and expert on a myriad online summits and podcasts like this one. In addition to being a sexpert helping millions of people through her Better Lover YouTube channel and Instagram platform, she is the CEO of a digital publishing company called Personal Life Media and creator of a next-generation line of libido products for people across the gender spectrum called, The20.   Check Susan’s website   There are two kinds of couples. The first are willing to tell each other the truth. The others are afraid and keep their secrets to themselves. I don't fault the secret-keepers. They are just people who haven't had the opportunity to learn some simple communication skills. Skills that mean the difference between a relationship full of disappointment, fire-and-acid fights and even the heartbreak of infidelity versus the kind of love and intimacy that grows deeper and more satisfying through the years. Susan Bratton’s latest book, Sexual Soulmates is an international #1 best-seller on Amazon. In it she gives the six essentials for a deeply connected relationship based on over a decade of giving communication tools to men and women around the world. Download The Sexual Soulmate Pact Here ⇐ Inject Heart-Connected Passion And Intimacy Into Your Relationship Susan Bratton on Instagram Susan Bratton on Facebook   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  I am preparing for a show on December 7th so I am drinking a lot of water as I usually do, but I am adding Genuine Health Green Plus Extra Energy and I have to confess that I really see the difference in my energy and in my mindset. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    I received a lot of questions regarding how to support health during the winter months. The number one thing we do as a family is taking the Deep Immune Tincture from Saint Francis Herb Farm, this amazing product not only supports your immune system but also helps if you have seasonal allergies, digestion difficulties and even reduces inflammation. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Check the Synced Program.   Quotes:  ”Women are a moving piece of art and science.” “We need to ask ourselves: who we are, where we are and what we need.” “Our cycles determine the level of intimacy we will want at different moments.” “One of the reasons why women can experience difficulty reaching climax is because they are being too hard on themselves, the lightest stimulation is the one that causes the biggest arousals.” “Every woman should be encouraged to practice self pleasuring, since it increases lubrication, arousal and orgasmic potential.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

I am delighted to welcome an amazing guest today, Carinne Chambers-Saini who has brought a product that I have been recommending in my projects. This is an innovative product where it comes to femenine hygiene and our monthly menstrual cycles. Carinne has completely disrupted the industry by providing an eco-friendly and comfortable menstrual cup, that offer a way to better support our bodies.   During this conversation you will hear about the reasons why you should be choosing something different from the traditional tampons and panty liners, due to the impact these have in our bodies overall.   These are the main subjects addressed in this awesome conversation:   Carinne talks about the story of the Diva Cup. The benefits of using a cup instead of a pad or a tampon. Three different sizes of cups suited to different women’s anatomies and ages. Carinne and Jenn talk about the lack of conversation regarding women’s bodies. How frequently do you have to empty and clean the menstrual cup? How long does the cup last? Carinne explains how you should clean your menstrual cup. Instructions to use a menstrual cup. Women that have an IUD can also use a menstrual cup. Carinne introduces the documentary Pandora’s Box that exposes the inequity about menstruation.   Hoping this episode has contributed to breaking down the stigma about menstruation and that you feel motivated to shift to the menstrual cup knowing the benefits that are implied with this change for your health as a whole. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.   Learn more about Carinne Chambers-Saini : Email Carinne at carinne@divacup.com Diva Cares Diva Cup Carinne on Instagram   Carinne Chambers-Saini knew from an early age that she wanted to follow in her mother's footsteps, both as an entrepreneur and an advocate for women's health. She went into business with her mother in 2001 to create the DivaCup and take it from a niche product to a mainstream menstrual care option. The DivaCup is now available in North America wherever pads and tampons are sold  and in 22+ countries around the world.   As co-founders of Diva International, Carinne and her mother Francine Chambers have followed a seventeen-year journey, from their kitchen table to the boardroom. They started Diva on a shoe-string budget with one small bank loan, their product often rejected by industry experts as an unwanted threat to the disposables. It wasn't easy competing in a male-dominated industry, but the twosome persisted, never letting the no's discourage them from taking the next step.   While charitable giving has always been a crucial component of Diva's operations, Diva formally launched its corporate social responsibility program, DivaCares, in May 2019. DivaCares is dedicated to eradicating period poverty around the world, and works to create a world where menstruation is a fact of life, not life-limiting. DivaCares has donated 15,000 DivaCups worldwide, and plans to donate an additional 15,000 by April 30, 2020.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors I made myself something new today and I want to share it with all of you! I used 1 package of Four Sigmatic’s hot cacao reishi mixture and then added half a scoop of Genuine Health Vegan Organic Fermented Chocolate Protein Powder, I also incorporated half of spoon of Saint Francis MCT Oil  and a scoop of Genuine Health Collagen. I put it all in a blender along with a third of a cup of Brazil Nut Milk, hot water and cinnamon. OMG you should try the amazing result!   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Check the Synced Series and learn more about how to get synced with the rhythms of your female cycles.   Quotes: “The menstrual cup allows a free flow of fluids instead of them being absorbed by an external material.” “The chemicals used in manufacturing pads and tampons are absorbed by your body and they are toxic and harmful to your vaginal tissue.” “The menstrual cup is much more bio-compatible with the body.” “The term “feminine hygiene” implies that our menstruation is something dirty.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

This is my first dual interview, joining me are two fabulous guests, Maraya Brown and Missy Rae founders of Beyond The Red Tent. I have been working for many years in creating awareness and supporting women in celebrating our superpower that consists in having our menstrual cycles and an incredible endocrine system.   Beyond The Red Tent was inspired by the book The Red Tent, that I read in my early 20s and which definitely influenced the work that I do today. There is a lack of deep connection in today’s society, of sharing our experiences and stories to support each other and to pass on to future generations.   Beyond the Red Tent is a community that has the certainty that every woman deserves to feel safe, valued, vibrant and loved, through access to education and mentorship in an inclusive community, one that is created for women by women.    These are the main topics talked about in this awesome episode: ● How Beyond The Red Tent began. ● Offering a space for women to be courageous and vulnerable. ● Beyond The Red Tent. is an inclusive, in person and online healing circle, that educates, inspires and empowers women to live their best lives. ● How Maraya and Missy choose the experts who fit into their holistic education mission. ● Strict guidelines in the group in order to create a safe space. ● Maraya and Missy talk about witnessing those a-ha moments that transform women’s lives. ● There are options to post anonymously in their facebook group. ● The future for Beyond The Red Tent: upcoming yearly retreats. ● What can a woman get from Beyond The Red Tent that she may not already be getting from her current connections? ● What Maraya and Missy want to achieve through Beyond The Red Tent. ● You are perfect exactly being who you are. ● Prioritize self care: filling your own cup must be the first thing. ● A way to simplify your life sometimes is to just say “no”. I hope you were inspired by this special episode and encouraged to feel that you are enough, you are perfect in your own unique way. Remember that community heals, you are not alone!  Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast Can’t wait to meet you in person on Saturday, November 23rd in New Market at the Natural Health Expo’s 1st annual event, 11 am to 4 pm, over 60 vendors will be there! You can’t miss this opportunity! Learn more about Maraya Brown and Missy Rae:   Beyond The Red Tent Beyond The Red Tent Facebook Community Beyond The Red Tent on Instagram Email Maraya and Missy at beyondtheredtent@gmail.com Membership Website: Free Tent Talks for all women Maraya Brown Maraya is a Yale Trained CNM, MSN with her undergraduate in marketing (1999). Her first career was in the corporate world with P&G, living in L.A. In 2003, she embarked on a 1-year solo around-the-world trip and then started Grad School at Yale. She has taught at the Chinese Medicine College on the Big Island of Hawaii (lived there for 8 years) and is in the process of getting her certification through the Institute of Functional Medicine. She runs the women's health at a local functional medicine family practice. She has facilitated women’s circles for 12 years. She is also Reiki certified, has gone through Peruvian shamanic practice training and has attended births all over the world (West Africa, Central America, Haiti). She married a man who proposed on their first date (January 2007) and they have 3 children together (all home birth babies), ages 6, 4 and 1. She was raised by multiple parents, multiple marriages/divorces and multiple religions (Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, and Rajneesh). Missy Rae As a mother of 5 Missy's experience is one of "mom street cred". She dropped out of high-school, married at 18 and had 3 children by the time she was 23. After almost 15 years of marriage, she parted ways with her high school sweetheart and went on a quest for personal development over the next few years that included diving deep into yoga, aromatherapy, tarot cards, and meditation. Missy is a self-taught photographer and has been published in National Geographic. She worked as a birth doula with teenage mothers in a hospital setting for two years and attended home births as a midwifery apprentice. Missy holds an aromatherapy certification and has extensive self taught knowledge around health, nutrition, and cooking. After remarrying and having two more children Missy grew her YouTube channel with her babywearing and lifestyle videos and was an ambassador for a well known UK babywearing company. She also has the current perspective of raising multicultural children. Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  The weather is getting colder and our skins tend to feel a little drier. I have two great tips for you. My first tip is an internal one: Are you taking a good quality Omega 3? Genuine Health Omega 3 are my favorites, there are many versions, but it is the consistency that makes a difference. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  The other tip is an external one, which is to apply the Saint Francis Herb Farm Rosehip and Collagen Oil on your skin, I have been recommending it for clients that suffer from eczema, rosacea, psoriasis or simply dry patches, and this oil is not only soothing but helps to heal. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Many women go through their journeys alone.” “Women are craving for community and answers to their questions.” “History is also her-story, a gift for future generations for women to come.” “Women tend to sit back and don ́t talk.” “You are perfect how you are, you are enough exactly being who you are.”  “All your answers lie within you, trust your intuition.” “Noone has the best solution for me than me.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

I am so pleased to have Jill Bunny joining me for this episode. Jill Bunny is the owner of Fit Bunnies Fitness, functional nutritionist, elite trainer, cognitive behavior therapy clinician & speaker advocating total body health to women around the globe.   We will dive deep into Cognitive Behavioral Therapy,  the reasons why we can find so hard to commit to a training program, why we continuously become the bottleneck in our own health journeys, why we tend to say things to ourselves that are not the kindest.   We will also talk about Jill’s own personal journey, from being the highest ranked IFBB bikini competitor (with 2 Arnold & Olympian titles) in the world and internationally renowned cover model to an MS and Cancer fighter. Jill, as a result, worked hard to unleash the healing potential within her body and win her own health battle, while helping a lot of other women to do the same.   These are the some of the topics addressed in this amazing conversation with Jill Bunny:   ● Jill talks about her personal and professional journey. ● Applying CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) to fitness. ● Struggling with core beliefs. ● The principles of CBT applied to women who feel they are not good enough. ● Five stages of change. ● Thoughts that trigger feelings. ● Acceptance. ● Getting  back on track with grace and compassion. ● Dealing with the influence of social media. ● The digital detox challenge. ● Jill Bunny’s retreat programs and online courses. ● Nutrition and fitness need everyday practice, CBD practice requires that too. Hoping that after listening to this episode you find inspiration to find mental freedom and learn to identify the core beliefs and thoughts that are getting in the way to achieve the best version of yourself.  Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/episode58. Can’t wait to meet you in person on Saturday November 23rd in New Market at the Natural Health Expo’s 1st annual event, 11am to 4pm, over 60 vendors will be there! You can’t miss this opportunity! Learn more about Jill Bunny:  Email Jill Bunny at cbtmeetsfitness@gmail.com  Jill Bunny CBT Meets Fitness Check the online Course - 4 Week Food & Fitness Connection Course Get your coupon code for podcast listeners: simplicitycbt 10% OFF CBT Meets Fitness on Instagram CBT Meets Fitness on Facebook Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  I have been receiving a lot of messages from people suffering from ear infections. In this time of the year the sugar consumption is high, and when that happens, it creates the perfect opportunity for bacteria and inflammation, combined with a more suppressed immune system. You want to start using Saint Francis Ear Oil, I have been using it with my kids and they never have used an antibiotic in their lives. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Another product that we use on a regular basis to support our systems is a good quality probiotic, the Advance Gut Health from Genuine Health. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Take a step back and look at all of the advantages and benefits for you to do what you want to do or keep procrastinating.” “Often times we don’t remember the thought we have before we start to feel sad, angry or frustrated.” “Just because you have a feeling , it doesn’t mean it is necessarily true.” “When were you the happiest?” “Disconnect from the digital and connect to yourself” “Your physical symptoms are a result from your lifestyle and environment.” “Simple works.” “When you fill your own cup, you always come back to yourself.” “Give yourself credit for every little thing you were able to do.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Susi Hately is a fantastic educator in the yoga space and now also educating women and mothers about their pelvic floor health. She holds a B.Sc. in Kinesiology with a deep focus in exercise physiology.   For 25 years, Susi has been the bridge between the medical world and yoga – helping people out of pain, helping to reduce autoimmune flares, migraines, sleep disorders, thaw frozen shoulders, and manage the impacts medical treatment processes. Physicians, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, massage therapists, and chiropractors all count on Susi as a partner in helping their patients get well again. She is the best selling author of 7 yoga books and 5 yoga video series.   These are some of the amazing topics you will hear in this episode: ● Susi talks about her background and how she got where she’s at today. ● Change is possible. ● The care needed for postpartum women. ● Pelvic floor health and healing. ● The core stability training. ● Reducing the compensation during workouts. ● Breathing and ease leads to strength. ● Rechanneling ambition and determination to serve you better. ● Becoming aware of your movement patterns. ● Common patterns in a young woman’s body and in the perimenopausal woman. ● Identifying where the fatigue is coming from. ● Searching from a femenine response. ● Do less, feel more. ● 1-1 and group programs. ● Yoga business training program. Hoping this episode inspires you to seek balance, release pain while slowing down, realize that doing less and feeling more will help you regain your health. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/episode57. Learn more about Susi Hately:  Functional Synergy Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Today, Iam drinking a red raspberry smoothie, with a scoop of Genuine Health Protein Powder, two tablespoons of ground flax seed, a couple of organic frozen red raspberries, non dairy milk and two cups of filtered water. I also incorporate some of my SuperFood Greens from Genuine Health and blend it all. Simply delicious! Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   I am currently training for a competition, as well as aiming to create a better balance and support  for my body. I am not willing to compromise the future state of my body for being on stage one day, so I am taking the Vitex combo  series 3, to honor the balance between estrogen and progesterone. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:   “When you have knee surgery you get a series of physiotherapy sessions, but postpartum, nothing is prescribed.” “The pelvic floor can get better.” “Where the pain is, is not the problem.” “A lot of people think they need to be stronger to move and then they will relax later and it is really about having ease, breathing easier and then moving with that level of relaxation.” “There is no limit of how much ease you can have in your life.” “What kind of fatigue are you feeling?” “Give yourself permission to do less and feel more.”  “It takes a village to raise a human being.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

This is a continuation from www.jennpike.com/episode54 where I talked about cycle syncing and promised to broaden the topic by talking about moon cycling. Today, I really look at what is in us as well as what is happening outside of us, focusing deeper on this later aspect, in terms of the energetic pole that the moon creates around its four phases in the month that resemble the four phases that women go through during our times for menstruation. For those of you who don’t have a period, you need to hear this information, even more than women who are still menstruating, because when you lose that cycle, not having that bleed every month, it is easier to have the feeling that you have lost your connection with femininity and that is simply not true.   These are some of the amazing themes you will hear in this episode: ● Why moon cycling matters. ● The impact of the outer environment to your inner one. ● The moon phases and how they influence us. ● The New Moon Phase: rest and restore.  ● The Waxing Moon: prepare for what is about to emerge. ● The Full Moon: bold and confident. ● Waning Moon: slowing down and connecting with your intuition. ● If you are not synced up with the moon, don’t panic. To understand the moon is to understand yourself. Hoping this episode helps you reach a better understanding what is going on in your body as the moon transits through its different phases. Honor where you are right now! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/episode56  . Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject  Can’t wait to meet you in person on Saturday November 23rd in New Market at the Natural Health Expo’s 1st annual event , I am giving 10 tickets for free! Learn more about our amazing sponsors  I am now drinking an elixir that is really grounding, soothing and warming. The base is Dandy Blend, add hot water and two scoops of Genuine Health Bovine Collagen Powder, for a great source of protein. I am also adding a good source of healthy fat by adding Saint Francis Herb Farm Coconut and MCT oil. This helps my body to feel satiated while supporting my hormones. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes: “Women cycle together.” “Everything you are feeling as a woman throughout the month is connected to the moon’s energy and its phases.” “The new moon phase is when you need to rest and nourish yourself.” “Self care should be everything you can do that is free: go to bed early, go for a walk, take a bath.” “Your workout should calm down during the new moon phase.” “The new moon is a time to let go and release.” “More babies are born during the full moon than at any other time.” “More babies are conceived during the full moon.” “The waning moon is the most intuitive time.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

David Brooke from Skin Essence is joining me again in this episode since we ran out of time in the previous one (Organic, Holistic and Natural Skincare). I got so much great feedback and tons of questions from listeners about the importance of our skin care and about understanding what is in the skin care products we are using, as well as the overall impact that some chemicals can have, not only in how our skin looks and feels, but also internally.    In this episode, we are diving deeper, talking about the hormonal impacts of skincare, since some products work as endocrine and estrogen disruptors. We also talk about the sustainability aspect of our product choices, and how to choose the right products for different types of skin.   Here are the main topics of this eye opening conversation:   ● The importance of what you are absorbing through your skin. ● Your skin naturally create oils, not creams. ● Oils vs creams. ● Oils for different type skins. ● The healing power of calendula. ● The hormonal impact of skincare products. ● The skincare industry is a self regulated one. ● Affordable and healthy skin products. ● When to start using oils on children. ● Regimes for three different skin types: aging skins, sensitive-rash prone skins and acne prone skin.  ● The importance of exfoliation. Hoping you start putting all these great tips and advice into action to improve your health and looks. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/episode55 . Learn more about David Brooke:  Skin Essence EWG Skin Deep to check your skin product quality. Use the promo code: JENNPIKE20 and get 20% off your  purchases over $50 or use the code JENNPIKE and get a free  moisturizer (choose the right one for you!) of $32 value on your purchase of $65 or more and also get free shipping. Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  The soothing drink I want to share with you today is one that I made for myself since I was a little bit chilly and I want something warm. I add a base of dandy blend, non dairy milk, hot water and a scoop of Chocolate Vegan Protein Powder from Genuine Health, I blend it all up and it's just perfect! Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. I have to admit that I have been tired! I am going at a faster pace since I am teaching the hormone project currently, and I haven't done a very good job with my health. That is why I am doing some additional things to support my health, making shifts in my calendar and upping my adrenal game with Schisandra from Saint Francis Herb Farm  which also supports my immune system, helping with mental and physical fatigue.  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Take advantage of the early registration to the Synced Series  Quotes:  “Your skin naturally create oils, not creams.” “Oily skins will age more gracefully.” “The skin is one of the fastest ways of absorption.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

I have been listening to all of you, and I heard many questions regarding why we should pay attention to our menstrual cycles, this is the reason why I dedicate this solo episode to highlighting the importance of tapping into your own rhythms and cycles and about the huge impact it has on your body. Stay tuned, because next week's episode is going to be all about moon cycling, aimed to reach those of you that, due to different reasons ( this includes the women using birth control pills), are not having a menstrual cycle at the moment.   In this episode you will hear about: ● Why you want to track your cycle. ● How a menstrual cycle should look and feel. ● How you should track your cycle. ● The regenerating power of sleep. ● Levels of awareness and changes you want to create in your life. ● Get ready for the different phases of your cycle. ● How to shift your lifestyle patterns. ● Creating boundaries.  Imagine you can own your health by learning to listen to the messages your body is delivering. My passion is to motivate audacious women that can curate the lives and bodies they want to inhabit. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/episode54 Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  You need to build up your immunity reserves and a resilience booster is necessary to keep your best health. I take Deep Immune daily, which goes beyond my immune system and keeps me healthy against a variety of different pathogens and toxins that might be around you too. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Check “Synced to Your Cycle”  www.jennpike.com/episode49  The Natural Health Expo, Saturday November 23rd  Over 60+ natural health exhibitors, practitioners, brands and products that will inspire you to create a better state of health, a resilient mindset, and a greater sense of wellbeing. Quotes:  “Your menstrual cycle is a gift.” “Your cycle is a monthly report from your body to you.” “Our calendars is where a lot of healing is going to begin.” “Women do not repeat a 24 hours cycle, that is what men do.” “Learn to say no” “If you want to inspire others in your life, do it yourself.” “Lead it, don’t preach it.” “Book 3 hours to yourself.” “Take the time to ask yourself: how do I want to feel?” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

This episode is all about the mind, body and soul — the head, the physical and the spiritual — and aims to create a level of alignment in order to set you up for whatever your goal is, whether it is related to your physical health, your relationships with others, with yourself, or even making sure that you are really taking care of yourself.   Laurie is the Head Coach of the Handel Group, which is based in New York, she is super passionate about personal development and she’s been coaching individuals and groups for the last 15 years. Laurie does a lot of international events, she just did her first TED talk and has been all over TV. She is a mom of three and madly in love with her husband.   In this episode we go deep in a discussion about the methodology that the Handel Group uses and how they collaborate with huge organizations and establishments. The concepts that they teach are suitable for everyone!!   Here are the main topics in this amazing episode: ● Laurie introduces herself as a personal growth junkie and she shares how she found her motivation. ● Laurie talks about her childhood. ● Working on the heart, the head and the body. ● Ask yourself: What do you really care about? ● What is your head telling you? ● Your choices are profound. ● Arguing with your mind and following up with actions. ● Laurie talks about the meaning of describing herself as an Angel Recruiter. ● Intimacy does not equal sex. ● Laurie talks about how she approaches simplicity. ● Initial steps to designing a happier life. ● Keep the promises that you make to yourself. ● Promises should go hand in hand with consequences. ● The concept of lying. ● Coaching program. ● Avoid giving yourself another guilt trip. I hope this episode is something you will put into action, don't let it sit and be another thing you heard and don’t do. Show up! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/episode53 . Learn to Human Better with Lauren Zander's online coaching course, Inner.U. Sign up now with your SIMPLICITYSESSIONS coupon and get $75 OFF! Receive lifetime access to Inner.U with your subscription which includes: 12 audio coaching sessions from Lauren Zander, 1 free private coaching session with an HG coach, 14 homework assignments, and the interactive Promise Tracker to accelerate your accountability and track your promises and consequences. Get Started at: http://bit.ly/SIMPLICITYSESSIONSLG090919 Talk to a human and see if Handel Group coaching options are right for you: Ihttp://bit.ly/SIMPLICITYSESSIONSLG090919  On the web: HGLife.Coach Facebook.com/HGLifeCoaching  On Instagram @handelgroup Email Laurie at laurie@handelgroup.com Learn more about Laurie Gerber:  Laurie Gerber Passionate about personal development, Laurie has been coaching individuals and groups for over 15 years. She holds a degree in Education and Political Science from Swarthmore College, and was certified to teach elementary school. Before enthusiastically joining the Handel Group, Laurie owned and operated Partners with Parents, a tutoring and educational consulting business in New York City. In eight years, Laurie has built Handel Group® Life Coaching from "nearly non-existent" to a team of skilled coaches. She considers herself "an angel recruiter" because she is busy looking for other people who share her mission to instill more joy and peace in the world. "When all people are living true to their ideals, then I can rest," she says. She doesn't anticipate being able to rest anytime soon. Her professional and personal mission is to better the world by teaching people to tell the truth and pursue their dreams. Her focus is on maximizing clients' ability to thrive across all areas of life – health, love, career, money, family, etc. Laurie spreads her message of empowerment through live international events, one-on-one coaching, virtual coaching courses, as a writer, on radio and in TV appearances such as MTV's True Life Special: I'm Getting a Second Chance, A&E's The Marriage Test, the Dr. Phil Show and the TODAY show. Laurie feels blessed to spend her days (and most nights) doing work that makes her proud and she is inspired by Handel clients for having the guts to look at themselves honestly. She lives in Manhattan with her husband and three kids. LEARN TO HUMAN BETTER Inner.U is a 12 session online course that gives you the tools to hack into your own life, hone your dreams, and have every last thing you want in the areas that matter most to you: CAREER, MONEY, LOVE, TIME, FAMILY, and HEALTH. Do this life thing better from wherever, whenever. The moment you realize that "to human" is a verb, everything changes. The power is back where it belongs and where it's always been... in your hands. There are no coals to walk over.. No quick fixes. This is a wake up call for you to step up, do the work, and be who you've always wanted to be: you, only better. Here's what you get: 12 audio coaching sessions with creator, Lauren Zander. 14 homework assignments with hot tips, tools, and cheat sheets.  1 free private coaching call with a Certified HG coach. 2 free live group coaching calls a month, led by a Certified HG Coach. The Promise Tracker — our integrity-boosting, life-simplifying digital butt kicker! Analytics on your progress, your Personal Integrity® Score, and your Life Balance. A community of better humaning people cheering you on! Prizes, badges, and free stuff for being awesome. And lifetime access to all of the above. MasterClass And if you sign up for Inner.U you also get access to a 6-month Masterclass with a Handel Group Coach! We have one Masterclass starting per month, so no matter when you sign up you can enter a Masterclass and be coached through Inner.U. Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  When fall starts the coughs and sneezes begin to show up! A little support for your immune system goes a long way. Be ready ahead of time with Saint Francis Deep Immune that also works against pathogenic and environmental toxins. Taking it daily can help balance and strengthen your immune system.  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Bars and protein powder are something you want to pack when you are travelling: you never know if your flight will be delayed or cancelled! And if you have low blood sugar, this snack will be a lifesaver saver: the Fermented Protein Bars from Genuine Health, and if you carry it in small containers you can easily bring Fermented Vegan Protein Powder by Genuine Health which you can mix with water or non dairy milk that can be found at any airport. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Don't ́stop until you find the truth.” “What are the conscious choices that you are making everyday?” “Your inner dialogue is either uplifting you or taking you down.” “We have a lot of potential to hurt and help.” “We can’t give anything out of an empty tank.” “The most fulfilling thing you can do is modeling a happy life.” “Keep the promises that you make to yourself.” “Promises go hand in hand with consequences.” “Everytime we lie, we lose connection to ourselves.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Today’s episode comes from a recording of a Masterclass session held this past September 10th where I decided to compile all the questions that I am usually asked about women’s health and answer them in one event where I talked about PMS, hair loss, acne, waking, heavy menstrual cycles, low sex drive, sleep, headaches, the adrenal thyroid connection and so many other issues that women are dealing with month after month.   We often think that we are alone in this journey, feeling overwhelmed and confused, and during this episode I will show you that this is not true, many women experience the same signs and symptoms and are struggling unnecessarily. There are many resources I am delivering to you in this talk in order for you to achieve the solutions you are seeking and to help you do it in a way that doesn't feel so overwhelming.   Here are the main topics addressed in this episode: ● Signs and symptoms of estrogen dominance. ● Key hormone tests you want to ask for. ● Ask for a full Thyroid panel. ● If your hormones are balanced, is it still safe to take certain supplements? ● DUTCH test. ● Bioidentical hormones. ● How exercise and diet affect progesterone levels. ● When to say goodbye to dairy and/or gluten. ● When to eat. ● The hours of sleep you get are critical for your health. ● Cortisol activity during the night. ● Create stations to yourself. ● Recurrent ovarian cysts and treatment options. ● Treating UTIs naturally and avoiding antibiotics. ● Heavy periods are not normal, you can deal with them. ● Psoriasis postpartum. ● Hypothyroidism and carbs. ● Dealing with low or no testosterone. ● The adrenals are the master key to unlock the weight loss struggle. ● Dealing with lower levels of estrogen. ● Low libido. ● Copper toxicity. Hoping this masterclass has helped you realize that you are not alone and that there is much that can be done for you to feel better. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/episode52 . Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Your gut health is massively connected to your hormones and this is why consuming probiotics is  key to promoting health starting from your gut. For women that suffer recurrent UTIs the health of their vaginal microbiome must be supported, Genuine Health offers the Women’s Blend which is amazing for this specific condition. You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  The liver is the organ that detoxifies our systems, not just  from the daily toxines that we are exposed to, but also taking over 500 different jobs every day, as it is metabolizing and detoxifying our hormones, specifically estrogen. If your liver is exhausted it will show in your body. A great way to support your liver is using a tincture, the one I use is called Liver Hepato DR by Saint Francis Herb Farm and it does wonders assisting the function of this very vital organ. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products,  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Endometriosis is an inflammatory condition that affects the whole body, not only the uterus.” “Endometriosis is considered an autoimmune based condition.” “In the journey of health we are forever students.” “If you want to go gluten free, choose foods that never had gluten in the first place.”  “The hours you sleep before 12 am are worth double the ones after midnight.” “Heavy periods are not normal.” “You can't add muscle if you don't have carbohydrates.” “Sleep is where healing happens.” “Sex and intimacy help raise your testosterone.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

I am so glad to have Dr. Laura Anderson as a guest on this episode, she is a Naturopathic Physician and part of the team at the Simplicity Project, she is also one of the coaches in the hormone project. Dr. Laura talks about her own journey and how she believed for so many years that she was just fine and didn't need to do any additional testing. Finally, she ended up taking a test out of curiosity and the outcome changed her life.   During this episode, Dr. Laura talks openly about how she changed her lifestyle and the impact this had on her practice and on her clients' lives.    These are the main topics in this awesome episode:   ● Dr. Laura takes the Dutch Test. ● Salivary test vs. the Dutch test. ● Finding her adrenals were not working at an optimal level. ● Physical symptoms of adrenal fatigue. ● Mental and emotional signs of adrenal fatigue. ● Dr. Laura talks about her personal and professional  journey. ● Simple tips to help support your adrenal function. ● Essential oil combinations you could add to your water. ● Nutritional changes to support your adrenal function. ● Pay attention to what you are craving for. ● Supplementation. ● How Dr. Laura’s clients were impacted by her own discovery.  Hoping that this episode about listening and healing your adrenals, gives you the inspiration  to find more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/episode51  . Learn more about Dr. Laura Anderson, ND.  :  Dr. Laura Anderson, ND., is a licensed Naturopathic Doctor and has been practicing since 2010. She was the Naturopathic Doctor at Trent University Health Services for five years and spent two years as a part-time faculty member at Fleming College teaching Biology, Holistic Health, Anatomy & Physiology and Advanced Physiology. With non-stop schooling for 8 years, writing board exams, starting a business and then starting a family shortly thereafter, Laura understands the demands that come along with being a working mother, entrepreneur and feeling burnt OUT! For this reason, she's deeply passionate about helping women with chronic stress, anxiety and hormone imbalance resulting in Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Adrenal-Ovarian (HPAO) dysfunction (aka adrenal fatigue). Using nutrition, supplements, herbs, traditional chinese medicine, acupuncture and homeopathy, Laura addresses the root cause of the imbalance and equips the body with what it needs to heal and flourish with a strategic and individualized plan. Her main focus is helping busy and stressed out women feel energized, regulate their hormones and beat the feelings of burnout. Laura Anderson, ND on Instagram Laura Anderson, ND Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Do you find that your energy is a little bit lower as the weather starts to get colder? When it comes to supporting your system, especially your adrenals, the Adrenal Tonic and Adaptogenic tincture by Saint Francis Herb Farm called Strest is the right thing for you. This fabulous tincture can help you cope with stress and your reactions to everyday life. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Another great tip to get your strength up is quick and simple: Make yourself a smoothie! Incorporate in it a great quality protein, Organic Fermented Vegan Protein Powder by Genuine Health, add veggies, frozen fruits, water and blend it and zip on it, balancing your blood sugar while hydrating you. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Healthy adrenals will set you up for a healthy thyroid as well as ovarian function.” “The adrenals reflect all the mental-emotional aspect.” “Reducing high intense physical activities helps heal your adrenals.” “If you are craving salty food, pay attention to your adrenals!”  “Doing less is more.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

I am so excited to have Ashleigh Norris as a guest for this awesome episode. She is the newest addition to our team at the Simplicity Project and the Hormone Project. Ashleigh will share what working with a Nutritionist really is about, not only knowing which food to choose but how to live our lives.  Ashleigh was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, at the age of 19. She knew nothing about autoimmunity then and made no real changes to her diet or lifestyle. She had no idea of the storm that was brewing inside her body. She lived her twenties out like anyone else and eventually reached a point of adrenal burnout so intense she could not get out of bed for work. That same week — almost a decade later — she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Since that day, everything shifted in her life. She left her high-stress job, enrolled in Nutrition School at the Institute of Holistic Nutrition full time to become a Certified Holistic Nutritionist.  Ashleigh’s job is to empower women when it comes to understanding nutrition, so they can feel energized and confident in their own ability to maintain optimal health and happiness long after they’re finished working with her. These are the main topics discussed in this episode:   ● Ashleigh talks about her health journey until becoming a Certified Holistic Nutritionist. ● Signs Ashleigh’s body was giving her about the thyroid imbalance she was suffering. ● The complete tests Ashleigh had. ● Reiki and energy healing. ● Linking emotions with disease management. ● Emotions get stuck and show signs in our physical bodies. ● The power of showing up as your authentic self. ● Tips to align your outer environment with the way you want to feel. ● Identify sources of toxicity at a relational level. ● Consider silicon and bpa alternatives. ● Detoxifying your home. ● Ashleigh’s Workshops, a place to share at a deeper level. ● Creating sustainable habits. ● The confusion with autoimmunity. ● Learning to calm your immune system. ● Recognizing when you are entering panic mode. Hoping you are as excited as I am to learn more from Ashleigh, always aiming to achieve healing and unleashing your potential through eating, moving and living better. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/episode50 . Learn more about Ashleigh Norris:  Soulful Sprout Soulful Sprout on Instagram Soulful Sprout on Facebook Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  I want to share my “Naked Shake”, it’s what I am drinking today! You’ll need almond milk, my Genuine Health Fermented Organic Protein Powder, ice and a little bit of Genuine Health Collagen for extra gut support and great benefits to skin, hair and nails. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  I am also using a tonic to help my immune system, Deep Immune by Saint Francis Herb Farm helps your body boost your own natural defenses, preventing colds and flus. It also has fantastic adaptogens which help your nervous system respond to any stressors and triggers as well as providing liver protection. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Be patient and compassionate with your body.” “Be aware of the big energetic component in every chronic disease.” “Emotions get stuck and show signs in our physical bodies.” “Our environment is everything when it comes to disease management and  healing our bodies at an emotional and physical level.” “Be curious and honest about yourself and your relationships.” “Create sustainable habits.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

I am almost 40 years old and I couldn't be more excited about it! I am grateful for every step in my path and for the experiences that led me to the point where I am today. There is a lot I have learned about my own body, I used to think that more was more and less was not enough. I have learned to nourish my body so I can thrive. During these years I have been helping women in their own course of action, struggles and journeys and for this I kept studying and keeping my curiosity alive.    I recently gave birth to my most recent program called Synced, to show every woman there is a way to move, nourish and support their bodies without feeling depleted.   These are the main topics exposed in this episode to help you understand the different phases of your cycle:   ● Do you feel you are eating the right foods for your cycle? ● Four distinct phases of the cycle. ● The follicular phases. ● Foods you should add to your diet during each phase. ● Seed cycling. ● The ovulatory phase. ● The egg wisdom. ● Your body is looking for pleasure and joy during ovulatory phase. ● The luteal phase, the longest one. ● Stress lowers your progesterone. ● The menstrual cycle. ● The right movement for each phase of your cycle. ● Do less! Your body is brilliant! I hope you enjoyed this episode and learned better ways to support your body through the different phases of your cycle. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/episode49  Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  I want to share the smoothie I made for myself for recording this episode, it is my Wonderwoman Smoothie, in which I include my Genuine Health Fermented Organic Protein powder. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases   Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Synced is a program based on the four phases of our menstrual cycle and the four phases of the Lunar cycle that will be launched on September 21st. Check Dr. Christiane Northup’s work. Quotes:  “If you are not pooping you are not detoxing.” “The egg will only survive for up to 24 hours while sperm can live up to 3 to 5 days.” “Your body is looking for pleasure and joy during ovulatory phase.” “Do not negate the power of how healing food can be.” “If we don’t ovulate, we don’t produce progesterone which is the rest and digest hormone.” “What does your individual body need?” “Stress lowers your progesterone.” “Start listening to your body.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

I am thrilled to have Jess Sherman as a guest, she is Registered Holistic Nutritionist and a Family Health Expert. Jess has taught me tonnes about what needs to be done with our children in order to help them build better physical and mental resilience by educating them about how to use food as their ally. Better resilience means better growth, better learning and mental wellness along with reducing symptoms of digestive issues, inflammation, anxiety, aggression, cognitive issues, ADHD and Autism. This episode is filled with information about the special bond between food, resilience and all the above mentioned diagnoses.   Here are the amazing topics Jess and I discuss during this episode: ● Jess talks about her journey from Teacher to Nutritionist. ● The massive gap in the education system. ● The importance of community. ● The purpose of the Resilience Roadmap Program. ● The four pillars of resilience health. ● The gut-brain connection. ● The impact of the environment. ● Stress as a game changer for health. ● Tangible things every parent can do. ● Simplify, nourish and connect. ● Drop the guilt, you can't do it all as a parent. ● Nourishment. ● The picky eater situation. ● It is not only about the food but about the resilience of the body ● The power of castor oil. ● What to do if your child is constipated. I hope this episode helps you realize about the importance of community, connection and nourishment, and that the way to achieve these goals is just by going back to basics. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/episode48  Learn more about Jess Sherman: Jess is a former teacher, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and a Family Health Expert, specializing in brain health & resilience for kids. For over 10 years she has worked alongside Naturopathic and Medical Doctors, Family Counsellors & Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, teachers and parents to help kids calm down, learn better, have better sleep, have better poops, enjoy more stable moods and get over their picky eating. Her book, Raising Resilience, and her online resources have helped families all over the world to improve the lives of their children with learning differences, anxiety, ADHD, autism and mood disorders. As a parent and advocate for children's health, she is working to bring an understanding of the power of good nutrition, simplicity and connection into mainstream conversation about children's mental health, learning, and resilience.  Email Jess at info@jesssherman.com  Jess Sherman  Visit the Resource Gallery Jess Sherman on Instagram Jess Sherman on Facebook  Join the Free Facebook Group: Raising Resiliency  Raising Resiliency: Take the stress out of feeding your family and love your life, Jenn Sherman  Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Today I am having sparkling water with Saint Francis Herb Farm Ginger Tincture in it. Ginger is fantastic for any kind of stomach upset and it is also great before you have a meal. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code SAINTFRANCIS10 and save 10% off all of your purchases.  We cannot heal anything without taking care of our gut health. There are many microbiomes in our bodies, in our skin, guts and even a vaginal microbiome. If you are dealing with a lot of urinary tract and yeast infections, Genuine Health offers a shelf stable probiotic dedicated specially for women and it is called the Women's Advanced Gut Health Probiotic. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Join The Simplicity Project Live at The Newmarket Ontario, Nature’s Emporium Store on September 25th. Synced is a program based on the four phases of our menstrual cycle and the four phases of the Lunar cycle that will be launched on September 21st. Quotes:  “We were not taught about how to feed our children.” “It has never been more important than now for children to learn about nutrition.” “You can't do it all as a parent.” “Make time for meals with your children.” “A positive relationship with food will last a lifetime.” “It is not only about the food is about the resilience of the body.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Amanda Leigh is a health, happiness and hair mineral analysis expert and the owner of The Sozo Method. In this episode, we go through a very thoughtful discussion about our minerals, hair trace mineral analysis, and copper toxicity among other topics. I learned a lot from Amanda while we discussed some of the struggles that take place in our bodies regarding hormonal deficiencies and toxicity levels. Amanda Leigh has helped women since 2012 transform from the inside out through balancing their minerals, becoming emotionally fit, and doing the inner work to become the best versions of themselves. She has a background in women's wellness and fitness as both a health fitness coach, and an associate health and wellness director of the YMCA. With a BS in women's studies, CF Level One, Hormone Cure certification along with Hair Mineral Analysis and functional testing training she helps women balance their bodies, minds, and souls to be fully well. She prides herself on getting to the root of hormonal imbalance, gut infections and emotional chaos causing the issues our bodies are experiencing. Amanda and I share the same core values while seeking for hormone balance, using natural methods and great techniques to clear any fear to help you become the best version of yourself. These are the main topics you will find in this amazing episode: ● Amanda talks about her personal journey with hormonal imbalance. ● The connection between our minerals and our hormones. ● What is Hair Mineral analysis? ● The importance of keeping calcium, magnesium, copper and potassium in balance. ● The consequences of mineral imbalance in your body. ● The role of each mineral and its importance. ● Trauma and stress cause mineral deficiencies. ● Levels of toxicity and their origin. ● Symptoms of high levels of toxicity. ● How to prepare the body for detoxification. ● The issue with supplements. ● The matter regarding emotions as triggers to hormonal and mineral imbalances. I hope you have learned as much as I did with this episode, and that it helped you achieve a better understanding of what your body, mind and emotions are showing you through your physical struggles. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting https://www.jennpike.com/episode47 Learn more about Amanda Leigh:  Sozo Method Do You Love your guts? The free online event where experts weigh in on the keys to experience vitality inside and out through gut health and emotional freedom. Sozo Method on Instagram Sozo Method on Facebook Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject    Learn more about our amazing sponsors  While I am travelling, my nutrition and my health are never compromised. A couple of essential things I always pack are bars that are easy nutrition on the go, and protein powder for my shakes. My Genuine Health Vegan Protein Powder always comes with me along with my Genuine Health Shaker Cup and my Genuine Health Fermented Plant Based Vegan Protein Bars. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Recently, one of my kids developed an allergy after being in contact with grass, her skin started to break out, and luckily I have all my natural remedies and essential oils with me and I could treat her on the spot with the Saint Francis Herbal Farm Calendula and Vitamin E cream, it immediately took away the itchiness and the stinginess and after a couple of days of using it the rash was completely gone. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “We were designed to absorb minerals from nature, drinking spring water, eating plants from mineral rich soil and from the ground we should be stepping in bare feet, on the contrary, we live in a toxic world now.” “Every mineral affects other minerals and even the way the vitamins are metabolized.” “We need minerals to build and make hormones.” “The balance of calcium, magnesium, copper and potassium determine how your thyroid and adrenals work.” “Copper can be passed in utero, you can be born with copper toxicity.” “Zinc affects the immune system.” “Do not take supplements until you have been properly tested, they can really cause damage.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Self care is what I want to talk about in this episode. There are common misbeliefs about self care, one is that it implies being selfish or that it requires lots of money and time. During this episode I will share 10 self care tips, how you can implement them right away, investing absolutely no money and receiving an immediate reward that will shine through your physical and mental wellbeing.   Here are the 10 tips you will hear about in this awesome episode:   TIP #1: Stop pressing snooze. TIP #2: You can read. TIP #3: Start journaling!  TIP #4: Get outside and walk. TIP #5: Dance! Dance! Choose the music that aligns with how you want to feel and move along. TIP #6: The Therapeutic Power of a Shower. TIP #7: Watch a show (no binge watching). TIP #8: Get outside. TIP #9: Walk in meetings instead of sitting all the time. TIP #10: Clean your space.   Do not measure how successfully you are taking care of yourself by the amount of time you are putting into it, but think about the moments, those instants that can even be found in something as simple as in one big breath. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/episode46.    Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at www.jennpike.com/thehormoneproject     Learn more about our amazing sponsors  A lot of people suffer from digestive issues on a regular basis and others only under stressful situations, for these cases what I suggest is to apply 10 to 15 drops of Saint Francis Herb Farm Ginger Tincture to the water you drink, you can do this whenever you need it. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code SAINTFRANCIS10 and save 10% off all of your purchases.    Protein is an important macronutrient for the body, in order to make sure my family has all the right protein levels, a couple of times a week I make Oatmeal Pancakes, with a half a cup of egg whites, one whole egg, half a cup of oats, and then I add no more than a scoop of Genuine Health Fermented Vegan Protein Powder, I then cook it in a pan with some coconut or avocado oil and make up the most delicious pancakes that are a huge source of protein and help you feel more satiated longer. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.    Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “Stop pressing snooze, it is amazing what you can accomplish in a very short period of time.” “About creating a new habit: It isn’t about finding more time but using the time that you already have differently.” “Do simple things to take care of yourself and you will feel so much better.” “Make your environment something that inspires you.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

In this episode I want to share something that has been happening to me lately, I have been feeling stuck creatively and flat energetically. Some of us create and others consume, I have to recognize that I am a little bit of both, and I also tend to set high expectations on my creations. I decided to give myself permission to talk about my knowledge and passion for the things I feel are worth sharing, and remind myself that it doesn’t have to be perfect.   Today I am going to share the origins of my story, how I got into this business and what took me to where I am at currently. You will relate to this if you are at the start of, or thinking about starting your business, you have the desire to get involved in the holistic industry and you are still gathering the strength to step forward. If you are already in this field this episode will work as a reminder of all the hard work you have put into your endeavour, giving yourself the chance to stop and celebrate your achievements.   These are the topics you will hear about in this amazing episode: ● Where everything started for Jenn, her childhood years. ● By 17 years old Jenn gave up dairy completely. ● Modeling at her teen years. ● Personal trainer years. ● Deepen her education about nutrition. ● Moving to Australia. ● Going back to Canada. ● Getting married and having her first child. ● Jenn realized she had no control and experienced surrendering. ● Jenn’s second child. ● Jenn’s third baby: The Simplicity Project (For more about this journey go to Episode 25) ● How Jen started her online business 4 years ago. ● Finding that failure is actually a course correction. ● Have faith in your ideas, jump before you are ready. ● Launching her new program, succeeding and panicking with fear. ● Getting an energy coach. ● Be in a continuous learning path. ● Building a community. ● Learn to wish out loud. I hope this episode helps you to allow yourself to be a lifetime student, lose the fear of failure and dream big out loud! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode45. Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  I use Lemon Balm by Saint Francis Herb Farm in my water, it is a tincture that is usually used in herbal medicine to help with sleep, with the restlessness of stress and even with digestion. It helps to beautifully calm your nervous system. I also apply topically a drop of Melissa essential oil from DoTerra which contributes significantly to this relaxing energy. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Another awesome recommendation for you and your family is the Gut Superfood from Genuine Health, the easiest way is to just add it to smoothies. It has many plant based superfoods and it’s an incredible source of probiotics, helping maintain a healthy gut microbiome. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Your body is communicating with you.” “Eat healthy but exercise.” “About success: Get up one more time than you fall down.” “Give yourself permission to be a priority.” “Failing is actually course correction.” “Jump before you are ready.” “Feel the fear and do it anyway.” “Community is about collaboration and support.”    Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Joy McCarthy joins me again and this time it’s to talk about her Business Program. If you are already a practitioner or thinking about becoming one, and you got into that common point of feeling stuck about how to run a business in general, doubting your opportunities for success, or even wondering how to handle marketing… you are not alone! Joy and her husband have developed a Business Program just for people like you, who want to learn how to prepare and excel in their business endeavors.    The Joyous Health Business Program is a 12-week online learning experience that inspires, challenges and coaches wellness entrepreneurs to turn their passion into a thriving business. This episode provides practical tips to save time and money in your entrepreneurial journey as well as a detailed explanation of this amazing program.   Here are the main topics discussed in this thoughtful conversation: ● How Joyous Health Business Program came to life. ● The motivation behind Joyous Health Business Program. ● A program directed to wellness entrepreneurs. ● Learn to make your passion into a profitable business. ● 12-week program organized in 6 modules. ● The issue about money.  ● Know your worth. ● Automate your business. ● Certification is given upon graduation. ● Joy talks about her experience creating the program. ● 14 days happiness guarantee. There is a common misbelief that the wellness business is saturated, I can tell you that is not true. There are 7 billion people on the planet who need 7 billion different approaches, more entrepreneurs like us need to be helping more people in very unique ways. Hoping this fabulous episode helps you to step forward in your entrepreneurial journey. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode44. Learn more about Joy McCarthy :  Joy McCarthy is the Founder of Joyous Health, a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and best-selling author. A trusted nutrition expert, Joy has been featured in hundreds of publications both online and in print; and is a regular health expert on TV. Through her innate drive to inspire others, Joy has created numerous online programs and eBooks under JOYOUS U and is a faculty member at the Institute of Holistic Nutrition. Joy lives in Toronto with her husband Walker and their daughter Vienna. Joyous Health Joyous Health Business Program Joyous Health on Instagram Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  I use an adaptogen in my water called Schisandra, that comes in a tincture form and it is an incredible way to help increase resistance to illness, boosting your immune system as well as increasing energy, releasing stress and contributing to enhance your physical resistance and endurance. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, you can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Fermented Organic Gut Superfood for Kids from Genuine Health is the product I want to share with you today, since it is a great way of keeping my children’s nutritional intake on track on vacations or when the schedule gets a little hectic. It tastes delicious, it is certified organic and it is non genetically modified. Just add a scoop into their smoothies!  Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Learn from those who have gone before you.” “You are never going to know what something is about until you try to put it into action.” “It takes hard work to build a business, it is more than just passion.” “You need a lot more than passion to create a successful business.” “Be the early adaptor.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Joining me today is Meghan Templer the founder of Academy of Culinary Nutrition, to talk about the journey of becoming a mother, from preconception, carrying a baby, birth to postpartum months and years. As an entrepreneur, Meghan shares the choices she had to make around business as well as taking care of her body and the relationship with her husband, to achieve a good level of joy and play and to live the life she dreamed.   Meghan also shares how to achieve a healthier life and body, she gives useful culinary tips and talks about how to get children involved in cooking and learning how to nourish their bodies. Unfortunately nowadays, children are not sufficiently educated about how to do the simplest things regarding cooking and taking care of their bodies neither how real nourishment looks, feels and tastes like; Meghan provides a solution for this with the programs offered at the Academy of Culinary Nutrition.   These are the topics you will hear in this amazing episode:   ● Meghan shares the experience of being a new mom. ● The postpartum months. ● Releasing the expectations about the mother you thought you were going to be. ● Healthy at Home Program. ● Preparing to have a baby at home. ● Prepare the positive practices before the baby comes. ● Nourishing yourself as a woman. ● Focusing on what works for you. ● What to eat during the postpartum phase. ● Taking care of your physical health after giving birth. ● Enjoy the exercise you do and be consistent. ● How healthy postpartum feels like. ● You always have choices. ● Seeking quality of life. ● Learn to nourish your child. ● Teaching children how to cook and the foundations for a right nourishment. ● Meghan talks about the programs at the Academy of Culinary Nutrition. Hoping that this episode helps you understand that we don’t have to make things so complicated, we can live more with way less! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode43. Learn more about Meghan Telpner:  Meghan Telpner is a Toronto-based best-selling author, speaker, nutritionist, and founder of the Academy of Culinary Nutrition. Her humorous, engaging and real approach to living an awesome, healthy life has garnered her a world-wide audience. Meghan's Academy of Culinary Nutrition is growing a global tribe of vibrant living advocates, and her bestselling books, UnDiet: Eat Your Way to Vibrant Health and The UnDiet Cookbook, are creating a revolution in how people think about their health. Meghan has been featured in Forbes, ranked as one of the top 100 female entrepreneurs in Canada, and named Best Holistic Nutritionist in 2017 and 2018 with National Nutrition. Meghan lives in Toronto with her husband Josh Gitalis, a functional medicine practitioner, and their son Finley. For more visit MeghanTelpner.com. Free online mini training at the Academy of Culinary Nutrition Join the  Culinary Nutrition Expert Program    Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors: Sleep is something that most moms struggle with and overtime impacts our health on many different levels. I used an herbal botanical tincture that is called Valericalm, it is used as a sleep aid and it helps to calm nervousness or anxiousness that might show up just before going to bed. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Meghan talked about how much fat she was consuming in those postpartum months, while still nursing. Our cognitive function really relies on fat, and this is where the Omega 3 fatty acids play a crucial role in the healthy communication happening throughout our nervous system. Genuine Health has the perfect Omega 3 for people needing a little more concentration and it is the Omega 3+ Think which helps with brain development and function. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Your job is to take care of the baby, everyone else needs to take care of you.” “New isn ́t better and more is not always more.” “Your children will follow your lead.” “It is not about having the right gear, babies do not need that much.” “The key word for exercising is consistency.” “Anything you do for yourself, you have to enjoy it.” “The first thing you do in the morning sets the tone for your day.” “We can live more with way less!”  Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.    

This episode is all about skin care, why you would choose to use an alternative skin care, something that is more holistic, organic and natural based as opposed to commercial based. This matters not only for the skin you are inhabiting but for your entire body and how this impacts your hormones, thyroid and  gut among other organs.    My guest today is David Brooke who is the founder of Skin Essence, and we will dive deep into why using oils over lotions and creams can be so much more beneficial for your skin than commercial products, As well as the different things that you can use to treat the most common skin conditions and for preventive and beauty purposes, while we share our own personal stories dealing with skin issues.   What you will learn from this podcast: ● A better understanding of the anatomy of the skin. ● The differences between conventional vs. organic skin care. ● How to understand conventional cosmetic labels and the ingredients found on them. ● How chemicals and synthetic preservatives can lead to premature aging and various types of cancers/diseases. ● How to effectively treat acne, eczema, rosacea, skin damage and various other skin conditions using organic ingredients. Hoping you learn as much as I did with this very educational episode, realizing what switching to organic and holistic products can do to your health in general as well as to your skin in particular. Good quality options can be affordable for everyone, so don't hesitate to make the change if you are still using conventional products for your skincare. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode42. Learn more about David Brooke:  David Brooke is an international model who has worked for many high profile designers such as Giorgio Armani, Guess by Marciano, Calvin Klein, and Hugo Boss. Due to the various climate changes and endless amounts of products applied to his skin on any given day, David struggled for many years to find the best product line that could help him maintain the healthy, even skin complexion demanded by the fast paced fashion industry. After unsuccessfully trying numerous skin care products, David was referred to Skin Essence Organics, by a well-respected industry professional, and instantly noticed amazing improvements in his skin's texture and overall appearance. After successfully using Skin Essence for nearly nine years, David obtained a degree in business and has become a partner in the company. His passion for organics, dedication to chemical free living, and valuable industry insight has been a driving force, propelling Skin Essence to become an industry leader of superior organic products. Visit Skin Essence, enter the code JENNPIKE20 to save 20% in all your orders and also get free shipping! Skin Essence Organic on Instagram Skin Essence Organic on Facebook Skin Essence Booklet Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  A lot of people have reached out to me asking about common concerns regarding the warmer months, being in the pool, the lake, and in the water in general, swimmer’s ear is certainly a recurrent problem; in my family we use the Ear Oil  from Saint Francis Herb Farm when there is any earache or discomfort after being in the water for a long period of time. An amazing tincture that can be used to relieve inflammation, pain and itchiness that can be associated with ear infections and also very recommended for people who suffer from excessive ear wax. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  When you are feeling hungry and it is still not time for a meal, you feel a little drop in your blood sugar levels and really need something to eat, it is crucial to stock proper ammunition for yourself and one of the most efficient ways is having high quality protein bars, Fermented Vegan Bars by Genuine Health are the best, they come in 6 different flavors, just keep them at hand for these hunger outbursts! Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “There is no regulation body that control the skin care industry.” “Lots of the ingredients in conventional skin products are not meant to make your skin look better but to allow the companies to create great profit margins” “Read the ingredients on your skin care products.” “The only way to have real results is to use real ingredients.” “Your skin is your largest organ and you consume anything that comes in contact with it.” “One of the fastest ways for something  to get into your body is through your skin.” “If you can't put it in your mouth you should not put it on your skin.” “Oils actually get into your skin creating deeper hydration.” “Your body doesn’t create what it does not need.”    Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Mickey Eves works with kids, teens and families as a Growth Mindset Specialist with a focus on the power of positive and purposeful imagination, mindfulness and meditation. She has a passion for helping others to recognize and embrace their own unique gifts and talents. Mickey has a light-hearted yet effective approach to shifting one's focus from external to internal, to discover the magic that already lies within. This is where true inspiration and power live.   She is the creator of Healing Sprites, children's author and illustrator, empowerment coach for kids, teens and families and motivational speaker and educator.   How much attention are you paying to your ability to feel your way through the life that you are designing in every facet on every level?    This episode is a fun and light conversation with Mickey Eves about daring to be who you are, feeling your emotions and becoming more aware of your mind-body connection.   These are the main topics that we are covering: ● Mickey Eves’ personal journey. ● Your actions model your children's behaviour, not your words. ● The process of working with Mickey. ● Helping kids to gain back their control. ● Connecting between thoughts and bodily sensations. ● Dealing with frustration and anger. ● Teaching children to turn their focus inward instead of outward. ● Which language are you using to talk to yourself? ● Were can parents start to work with their kids. ● Daily work of awareness. ● Mickey Eves’ kids program. ● Mindfulness matters with Mickey Eves. ● Do not solve things for your kids. ● Helping children that have suffered concussions. Hoping this episode helps you to cultivate the habit of pressing pause and exploring inwards, practicing awareness daily so you can pass on that balance to your kids. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode41. Learn more about Mickey Eves:   Mickey Eves Living-onpurpose.com Grab your free guided audio  Mickey Eves on Facebook Healingsprites on Instagram  Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Jenn Pike ́s three Movement Series on sale  for the whole month of July. Learn more about our amazing sponsors  I often receive questions about bloating and digestive issues. Bitters are the best at helping with your digestion, the acid in your stomach as well as enzyme levels. The easiest way is to add half a spoon of apple cider vinegar in half a cup of water, but if you are looking for something more therapeutic, Canadian Bitters by Saint Francis Herb Farm is one you should always have close by, since you never know when you are going to eat something that can throw your system out of whack! Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products! You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  A different topic I often get inquiries about  is how to manage sick kids in the summer months. Kids are notorious for touching everything and then bringing their hands to their mouths, it is great for their immune system but they definitely need support, what I suggest is an easy chewable child probiotic. The one I love best is from Genuine Health in partnership with Joyous Health: Advanced Gut Health Probiotics for Kids. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “You copied what has been modeled for you as a child.” “Becoming aware of how am I thinking and how my body is responding.” “Kids are not shown what they can do, they are told ‘Don’t do this’.” “Give your frustration an outlet.” “Teach your kids to turn their focus inward instead of externally.” “An average of 80% of our daily thoughts are negative.” “Kids need parents to stop trying to fix things for them.” “What works for one of your kids might not work for another, and even something that is not working now might work later.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

This is a special episode for me because I am inviting one of my dearest friends, Ann Green. She is a previous Canadian Olympian, the bionic woman, a warrior and also has the kindest most loving heart. She will share with us the story of the creation of a program called Brain Storm, which is dedicated to brain health and recovery. Ann will talk about the multiple concussions she suffered, her story of healing and essentially creating a rebirth, rewiring and refiring the neurological pathways.  This episode is dedicated to everyone who has had injuries, car accidents or falls which could have created hormonal consequences. For mothers, it is important to be prepared for concussions happening to our children, and to know how to read the signs and what to do at the right time.   These are the main topics addressed in this amazing episode:   ● Ann Green talks about the 9 concussions she had suffered. ● Hormones are important for the health of your brain. ● The power of communication.  ● Signs we should be looking for to identify a concussion. ● Seek health care immediately. ● Our entire experience of life comes through our eyes. ● When vision therapy is required. ● Oura ring it is a fabulous tool to track your heart variability. ● The issue of confusion. ● Apathy and lack of will as signs of a concussion. ● Irritability, depression, and moodiness happen when the brain is trying to change and grow. ● The disruption of sleep affects emotionally and physically. ● Repeating yourself over and over to a person that has had a brain injury. ● Using prescription drugs. ● Being questioned for doing too many therapies. ● Practicing and trying to do things to help neuroplasticity. ● Think positively. ● Rumination. ● Highlight the strength of the one fighting to recover. ● Several sensitivities can be experienced. ● The power of authenticity. ● When you feel you can't just check out. ● Benefits from rewording and rewiring  ● What is Brain Storm about? I hope this episode gives you valuable knowledge and information about concussions, their effects, and how to treat and communicate with someone who has suffered a concussion. Also, for you to have the certainty that you can build your brain even stronger after a concussion. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode40. Learn more about Ann Green:  Ann Green is a prolific yoga teacher and educator, founder of SHiNE OM Yoga Teacher Education, and owner of BLiSS Ann Green Yoga Studios in Ontario, Canada. She believes in the importance of play + balance, in the upward spiral of joy and in the deep connection nature instills. Her teaching is built upon progressive yoga education and is founded in the long serving traditions of yoga, modern fitness + anatomy inspired alignment with a tender, playful approach. Ann has a passion for making your mess your message! Using self regulation techniques such as: yoga, breath awareness, meditation, movement, mobility, inspiration, nutrition and innovation to light the way. Ann founded BRAIN.STORM. So personally and deeply affected in this area, as a brain injury thriver, she created a safe place to gather in community where skills, tools and support are offered complimentary. This pioneering and foundational program of Building A Blissful Brain is her passion project. Supporting care takers and people navigating concussion management, recovery and MTBI. Ann lives just north of Toronto and is ignited by a life of love and caring shared with her son and husband, and her sweet chocolate lab, Cali. Ann Green Yoga Visit Shineology Shineologist on Instagram  Ann Green, Shineologist on Facebook Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  For women that have a really heavy menstrual flow or very long cycles, there is a wonderful tincture called the Capsella Combo from Saint Francis Herb Farm, start taking it 10 days before the beginning of your menstrual flow, 1 to 2 milliliters 3 times a day, and during your menstrual cycle you can do some acute dosing (60 drops every 3 hours). It is important that you follow this protocol consistently for 3 months to create the changes you are looking for. You can order through Pure Feast, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products! Now that we are coming into the summer, you know that you need to be drinking more water, a great way to add flavor as well as collagen is with Genuine Health Clean Collagen lemon lime flavor, only one scoop will give you 10 grams of collagen and protein for your system. Which is great for the lining of your stomach, your hair, skin and nails. It is also going to help with you bones and joints. Order any product at Genuine Health, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “In a severe case of concussion there might be massive anger and irritation.” “Exhaustion and tiredness are signs of concussions.” “Our entire experience of life comes through our eyes.” “When you know what you know you can't unknow it.” “You need to sleep uninterrupted when you just have a concussion.” “Highlight the things that are positive around the lives of a person that has suffered a concussion.” “In Canada 1.8 million people are affected by concussions every year” “Women are primarily getting concussions.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

I am delighted to have Magdalena Wszelaki in this episode; she is a women’s hormone expert, the best selling author of a fantastic book: Cooking for Hormone Balance, and she curates some brilliant videos on her website Hormone Balance.com.     In this thoughtful episode, we talk about her own journey with her health, coming from years of suffering from severe estrogen dominance and hashimoto's thyroiditis. Magdalena shares her knowledge and experience for you to begin to understand more about your own body’s signs and symptoms, learn how to choose your food, supplements, hygiene and cleaning products to support the main body functions directly related to your hormone balance.   Here are the main themes we addressed in this amazing episode: ● Magdalena talks about being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s. ● Traumatic events trigger disease manifestation. ● Timeline therapy to find the root causes. ● How you can lower the inflammation in your body. ● Elimination diet is a great starting point. ● The spiritual and emotional connection. ● What is Estrogen Dominance? ● Manifestations of Estrogen Dominance. ● Bisphenols are highly toxic and are everywhere. ● Learning how to live cleanly. ● Helping your two internal systems responsible for metabolizing estrogen: digestion and liver. ● Bitters promote healthy liver function and help regulate bowel movements. ● Genetic predisposition. ● New program: The Estrogen Reset. I hope you enjoyed this episode as much as I did and that it helped you realize that by understanding your body, you can feel really good, no matter your genetic predisposition. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode39. Learn more about Magdalena Wszelaki:  Magdalena Wszelaki is a published author with Harper Collin (Cooking for Hormone Balance), a Certified Holistic Health Coach accredited by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. She received her education from The Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York City. She is currently training with the Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism to become a Clinical Herbalist. Before getting into the health arena, she had a long, fast-paced career as a strategic planner for the advertising powerhouse called WPP in both Asia and the US, working on Fortune 100 brands. Magdalena is also a regular Vipassana (insightful) meditation practitioner and a Level II Reiki healer (a form of energy healing). Visit Magdalena Wszelaki ́s website Cooking for Balance  Hormones Balance on Facebook Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  I have a great recommendation for you to start building foundational health for your children’s little bodies Genuine Health in partnership with Joyous Health offer an Organic Fermented Gut Superfood for children to help your children build their healthy gut flora (which is where their immune system truly lives), and  combined  with the Advanced Health Probiotic for Children they’ll boost your child’s nutritional intake and improve their overall health. Order any product at Genuine Health, use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. Hormone imbalances are deeply addressed during this episode and Saint Francis Herb Farm  has the right product: Femance Vitex Combo, which is perfect to alleviate some of the symptoms that are associated with menopause, perimenopause, premenstrual symptoms, pain related to menstrual cycles, nervous tension and even muscle and joint pain. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, order through Pure Feast and enter the code SAINTFRANCIS10 to save 10% off all of your orders and get them shipped directly to your home.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Your hormones are the last thing that fails.” “Within 3 to 6 months from a traumatic event a lot of diseases manifest.” “An elimination diet is a great starting point to reduce inflammation.” “If supplementation and diet are not working for you, look deeper into the spiritual and emotional connection.” “The more variety of gut bacteria you have, the less predisposition you have to develop estrogen problems.” “Incorporate bitter foods to help your liver produce bile.” “The liver loves bitters.” “Bitters promote healthy liver function and help regulate bowel movements.” “If you understand your body, you can really feel good, no matter your genetic predisposition.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Sheela Zelmer is a physiotherapist who specializes in pelvic floor therapy and rehabilitation, and also happens to be my personal physiotherapist. In this episode we talk deeply about what exactly pelvic floor health is, how, why and when is the right time to visit a pelvic floor physiotherapist and what is involved during an assessment.   These are the main topics we address in this thoughtful conversation:   ● What is Pelvic floor physiotherapy? ● The pelvic area in relationship with the rest of your body. ● Mental and emotional connection to the pelvic floor health. ● Your whole core is connected to your pelvic floor. ● Signs that tell you you may need a pelvic floor physiotherapist. ● How does a pelvic floor assessment got? ● What are Kegel exercises and who needs to practice them?  ● What can be done to get your pelvic floor stronger or to soften it if it is rigid? ● Devices you can use to test pelvic muscle contractions. ● How often you should do pelvic floor exercises? ● Finding a good physiotherapist specialized in pelvic floor. ● Every woman should have an assessment of their pelvic floor. My goal for today’s episode is that your curiosity was piqued enough to get you to pay attention, and to become more aware of the sensations and feelings of your body, as well as providing the tools and information to take charge of your own health. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode38. Learn more about Sheela Zelmer:  Sheela graduated from the Physical Therapy program at the University of Toronto in 1995 and has spent over 20 years working with her clients to improve their pain, become more active and increase their quality of life. Her career has taken her from the beautiful Maritimes, to Ottawa, and now, the Greater Toronto Area. Sheela has a special interest in Pelvic Health, and has furthered her education with international conferences and courses in incontinence, pelvic pain, sexual dysfunction, paediatrics, oncology, pre/post natal care, as well as gastrointestinal and bowel dysfunction. Sheela is an assistant instructor and teaching assistant with Pelvic Health Solutions, educating health professionals about pelvic health conditions as they foster wellness with their clients. Sheela Zelmer on Instagram Sheela Zelmer on Facebook Email Sheela at sheelazelmerphysio@gmail.com  Pelvic Floor Solutions Canadian Physiotherapy Association. Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Today I want to share the benefits of using Castor Oil, which has been used medicinally for thousands of years. The uses are mainly external and absorbed through the skin and the scalp helping with circulation, pain, constipation, menstrual cramps and breast tenderness among other amazing benefits. Organic Castor oil does wonders for your skin! I use Organic Castor Oil from Saint Francis Herb Farm because they only use organic and the highest quality possible. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products and get 10% off by ordering through Pure Feast and entering the code SAINTFRANCIS10. Another product I want to share with you is a hydrating energy hack from Genuine Health: add greens to your water everyday! Genuine Health offers a variety of greens but today I want to recommend the Fermented Organic Gut Superfood because it is made from 22 fully fermented plant based superfoods and prebiotics. Nourish your gut flora and recharge your energy! Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Your whole core is connected to your pelvic floor.” “People are more than just a symptom.” “60% of women doing Kegel exercises are not doing them correctly.” “Kegel exercises are not for everyone.” “Women should be the drivers of their health.” “Having an assessment of your pelvic floor is eye opening even if you don’t have any issues.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

First of all, I encourage you to check the episode titled Cycle and Fertility Masterclass. Today, I am sharing another masterclass which is the Perimenopause-Menopause Project. The reason I decided to share this information with you is that in the last few years of my practice, I was faced with the reality that most women know very little about their bodies. The problems arising during perimenopause and menopause usually show up and catch us unaware, since we were never truly taught what is actually going on in our cycling years, leading us to burn out after not treating or listening to our bodies properly.   I am sharing all my knowledge and experience so we can start to put some context around the emotions that you are feeling, this is not just in your head, this is a physical, physiological, biological and chemistry response happening in your body, and it is showing up in how you feel, look, move, sleep and be in your life.   Here are the main topics of this amazing masterclass:   ● Perimenopause, Menopause and Postmenopausal stages. ● Do not become attached to certain ages. ● Your epigenetics will determine the age span for different stages. ● Hormone fluctuation when transitioning to Menopause. ● Perimenopause and menopause is puberty in reverse ● Perimenopause isn’t just a physical event! ● Three types of Perimenopause: artificial, premature and natural. ● The gradual process of Perimenopause. ● Bioidentical hormones. ● What you eat feeds your cells. ● Changes in Perimenopausal years. ● Typical symptoms of Perimenopause. ● Symptoms of estrogen decline. ● Importance to check your gut. ● Menopause does not create health problems, our lifestyle does. ● Choosing your food wisely to help your hormone functions. ● Movement and exercising during Perimenopause. ● Focus on the food that will support your bone health. ● The right supplementation is not the same for everyone. ● What to do with carbohydrates. ● Taking care of the vaginal microbiome. ● Support your liver. ● Look at your lifestyle as a whole. Hoping this masterclass helps you to know more about what goes on in your body through the stages of Perimenopause and Menopause, as well as assisting you in building more resources to take better care of your health as a whole. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or by visiting jennpike.com/episode37. Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Learn more about our amazing sponsors  These are two products that I always use with women coming in my practice who are transitioning into Perimenopause and Menopause. The first is Advanced Gut Health Probiotics women’s UTI by Genuine Health. It is formulated with 15 different strains and is a really balanced formula to help to promote women’s gut, vaginal, immune, skin health and helps to accelerate healing from urinary tract infections as well as preventing them. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE, and save 10% off all of your purchases. The second product that I want you to try is the Vitex Combo by Saint Francis Herb Farm. It offers proven to relief for a lot of the symptoms associated with Menopause, PMS and menstrual and joint pain. The Vitex Combo is meant to bring equilibrium into your body, to assist you in the passage through this challenging phase of life. The Vitex Combo is a safe, naturopathic alternative to hormone replacement therapy. You can order this product through Pure Feast and by entering the code SAINTFRANCIS10 you can save 10%. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Where there is an intention, there is energy.” “Perimenopause and Menopause is puberty in reverse.” “The adrenals become the secondary ovaries during Perimenopause, helping to produce some of the hormones that your body still requires.”  “Our society is overfed but starving.” “The quality of everything in your body comes from your cells.” “During Menopause, unfinished business from the past come back for resolution.” “Menopause does not create health problems, they are about the lifestyle we are living.” “We have a microbiome in our guts, in our skin and in our vaginal areas, and they require different types of balance.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Since this will be our 10th round of The Hormone Project (starting June 17th) my team and I decided we needed to release an epic education series to say THANK YOU to all of the women who have applied and come through this course. This is part two of our series, and it’s all about cycle syncing and fertility awareness.    During this session I dive into what is actually happening when we are getting our menstrual cycle, why this is the fifth vital sign of our bodies, what we need to be paying attention to and I break down the four different phases of our cycles and talk about this in relationship to the ways we are going to feel and move and our overall health and wellness.    This episode is a little longer than usual, but it will be releasing as part of a series, complete with a digital worksheet and a video recording (stay tuned for its release in June!!)    These are the main topics I’m addressing in this amazing masterclass:   ● Menstrual cycle as the fifth vital sign. ● The lack of time in doctor’s appointment to truly listen to what is going on in your body. ● Putting your health before anything else. ● The pill is meant to be used as a contraceptive. ● Physical consequences from taking birth control pills. ● Cycle syncing. ● Understanding the fluctuating nature of our cycles. ● The four phases of women’s cycles. ● Pay attention to your schedule. ● What is your own biological blueprint? ● The five main hormones involved in your cycle. ● When you bleed on the pill, that is not a period. ● How to do a cycle sync when you are on the pill. ● How to tell our girls what is going on in their bodies. ● Digestion and hormones. ● The Follicular phase. ● The Ovulatory phase. ● The Luteal phase. ● The Menstrual phase. ● What to do if you do not have a cycle. ● Steps to improve your cycle syncing. ● Fix your menstrual problems. ● Seed cycling. ● 7 steps of simplicity for healthier and happier cycles. ● Issues that get in the way of achieving your best health. I hope this episode helps you to keep building your relationship and the internal talk with your body while expanding your knowledge about the phases of the menstrual cycle. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode36. Don´t miss our incredible Women's Health event, Ignite Your Life on June 8th 2019! You can still grab a ticket at >> jennpike.com/igniteyourlife. But the tickets won't last long, we sell out every year. So don't hesitate for too long :) Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  I have been travelling around with my family and I always bring the necessary items to make our morning smoothies to start the morning in the right way. Protein powder is the easiest way to enhance this morning ritual, and the Fermented Organic Vegan Protein Powder is a must! I seriously recommend it for a better, healthier digestion.  Also, with the change of seasons going on, lots of people are dealing with allergies and this can also show up on the skin, try the Calendula Vitamin E cream which is usually the best for healing wounds, relieving inflammation and irritation, helping to create a barrier, shielding the skin and preventing itching. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. Pure Feast offers amazing products and has developed a partnership with Saint Francis Herb Farm, delivering all these wonderful products to your home. You can receive 10% off all your Saint Francis Herb Farm products by using the code SAINTFRANCIS10 at checkout when you buy at Pure Feast. Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Your hormones are chemical messengers talking to you on a daily basis, moment to moment.” “Where you are now is a result of what has happened previously.” “The menstrual cycle is the fifth vital sign.” “Put your health before anything else.” “We are using the pill as a band aid for everything.” “The birth control pills on our gut, acts the same way as antibiotics do.” “1 in 9 women will develop endometriosis.” “Women are cyclical as beings, this is your superpower!” “Learn to cooperate with your body rather than fighting it.” “When you bleed on the pill that is not a period.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

In this episode I am thrilled to be accompanied by the talented Dr. Mariza Snyder to dive deep into simple things you can integrate to your everyday life to bring your body and mind into balance.   Dr. Mariza shares her passion for helping women open their minds to see what is possible in their bodies, and their own healing capacities. Dr. Mariza is an essential oils expert, and she shares her knowledge about this powerful plant medicine. When essential oils’ chemical constituents go into our systems, they assist our own chemistry to enhance and help us achieve better health. In this episode, Dr. Mariza speaks about which essential oils to use and how to use them to treat the symptoms associated with hormonal imbalances.   The following are the main topics that are addressed in this thoughtful conversation, I hope you enjoy it as much as I did: ● Dr. Mariza Snyder as a writer. ● Why choose essential oils? ● Essential oils to relieve PMS. ● Instant relief from essential oils ● DUTCH test to find out what is going on with your hormones. ● Hormonal headaches and migraines. ● Essential oil blend for headaches. ● Your menstrual cycle is a vital sign. ● Starting your day with essential oils. ● Gratitude journal. ● Rosemary, lavender, peppermint and geranium for hair tonics. ● Golden nuggets for perimenopause symptoms. ● Acknowledging overwhelm: Pause and take a moment to yourself. ● Cravings are unmet needs. ● Dr. Mariza talks about her latest book. Hoping this episode helps you find more ease and grace in your life. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode35. Don´t miss our incredible Women's Health event, Ignite Your Life on June 8th 2019! You can still grab a ticket at >> jennpike.com/igniteyourlife. But the tickets won't last long, we sell out every year. So don't hesitate for too long :) Learn more about Dr. Mariza Snyder: Dr. Mariza Snyder is functional practitioner, and the author of six books: The #1 National Bestselling book, The Essential Oils Hormone Solution, focusing on balancing hormones with the power of nutrition, self-care and essential oils. Other bestselling books are: The Smart Mom's Guide to Essential Oils and The DASH Diet Cookbook. For the past ten years, she has lectured at wellness centers, conferences, and corporations on hormone health, essential oils, nutrition, and detoxification. She has been featured on Dr. Oz, Oprah Magazine, Fox News Health, MindBodyGreen and many publications. Dr. Mariza is also the host of the popular Essentially You Podcast, designed to empower women to become the CEO of their health.  Check out her website, drmariza.com, for women's hormone tips, including recipes and remedies. Dr. Mariza Snyder’s website Dr. Mariza Snyder on Instagram Dr. Mariza Snyder on Facebook Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Talking about the benefits of including botanicals and plant based products in your daily habits, the riches of  Saint Francis Turmeric Plus are countless, it is used as an aid to reduce inflammation that can be caused by arthritis, vowel disease, allergies, and  eczema. Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. Another product that I personally consider fundamental, is Omega 3+Think which is essential for healthy brain development and function. Our brains are suffering from inflammation too, that is why adding the right Omegas will support your cognitive function and the normal development of the brain in people of all ages. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube  Quotes:  “Essential oils won’t give you side effects.” “We were always meant to use essential oils and avoid synthetic medicine.” “Your menstrual cycle is a vital sign.” “The smallest changes have the biggest impact in our lives.” “A craving is an unmet need.” “Peppermint is a craving suppressor.” “Your body has the capacity of healing.” “Simplicity is love.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

We all have our own stories and mindsets about what healthy eating looks like.   Sometimes we can become really dogmatic about it, especially when it comes to defining yourself as a 'diet'.   "I'm Keto" "I'm Vegetarian" "I'm Paleo"   Having this mindset can really restrict you to the point where you're not able to listen to your inner voice — the one that might be contradicting your strictly defined diet. Sometimes when it comes to supporting your body, you have to throw the dogma out the window and zone in on what makes your body feel good.   Our guest today Marni Wasserman, has been there herself and in this episode she's sharing all about her transition from vegetarian to omnivore. Marni was a plant-based nutritionist for many years until she was diagnosed with Hashimoto's, and slowly began to re-introduce animal based protein back into her diet.    Marni doesn't hesitate to speak openly about her experience transitioning away from a vegetarian diet as well as sharing her deep knowledge in regards to nutrition and health.   ● Marni Wasserman’s background in fitness and nutrition. ● Realizing that a vegetarian diet was not working for her anymore. ● Physical, mental and emotional signs. ● Finding out she had Hashimotos. ● The right blood tests to check your thyroid function. ● What is AIP? ● Marni’s biggest learning on a personal fundamental level. ● Other changes that contributed to Marni’s healing process. ● Supplements that worked great for Marni. ● Honoring your body and the processes it goes through. ● Your health comes first! ● Easiest ways to begin your transition. ● Starting your day the right way! ● Find what resonates with you. Hoping this episode helps you to show up for yourself and learn how to start paying attention to your body’s messages to achieve your best health. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode34. Don´t miss our incredible Women's Health event, Ignite Your Life on June 8th 2019! You can still grab a ticket at >> jennpike.com/igniteyourlife. But the tickets won't last long, we sell out every year. So don't hesitate for too long :) Learn more about Marni Wasserman:  Simply said, Marni Wasserman's life is rooted in healthy eating and healthy living. Not only as a nutritionist and chef but also the co-host of The Ultimate Health Podcast. She is also the Author of Fermenting for Dummies and Plant-Based Diet For Dummies. Marni uses passion and experience to educate individuals on how to adopt a real food diet and a balanced lifestyle through simple strategies. Marni loves to spend her time creating new recipes, practicing yin yoga, biking outdoors or playing with her Australian Shepherd, Goji. Marni Wasserman’s website A Real Treat (my grain-free recipe and healing elixir ebook) Marni Wasserman on Instagram Marni Wasserman on Facebook The Ultimate Health Podcast  Instagram @ultimatehealthpodcast  Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. As you can hear during this episode, one of Marni’s symptoms was having really irritated ears, I personally use  Saint Francis Ear Oil in my house, a traditional recipe that is highly effective for relieving any inflammation, pain, and discomfort that can happen with ear infections. Marni also talks about the importance of having enough greens and how even on a healthy healing journey transitioning away from vegetarianism, this was her main focus. One of the easiest ways is including a whole based foods grain powder into your daily habits, and the Greens+Daily Detox Powder is the solution to help both liver phases of detoxification as well as other amazing benefits for your overall health.. Order any product at Genuine Health using the promo code JENNPIKE and saving 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Grains are the base of most people’s diets, the question is: What you are not eating because you are eating grains?” “The message keeps showing up until you are ready to take action.” “Make the choices that allow you to focus on your healing.” “If we get our guts to heal, then we can start layering some nutritive stuff that our bodies can actually absorb.” “You can love animals, and eat animals sustainably.” “It is not always about escalating to the next level but about finding that level of comfort where you can live the life that you want and have the things you need.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Dr. Briana Lutz and I go into a pretty thoughtful discussion talking about different herbs and botanicals to support our overall health, but also in regards to our hormones.   Dr. Briana Lutz, ND, RH is a licensed naturopathic doctor practicing in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada with a focus on women's health and fertility. She obtained her registered herbalist (RH) designation to reflect her advanced knowledge and therapeutic application of botanical medicine. She has a passion for utilizing clinically targeted botanical medicine and empowering her patients to safely use herbs as part of their lifestyle.   I personally met Dr. Briana Lutz through Saint Francis Herbs Farms, and having her here to chat is just perfect to go deeper into the many benefits herbs have. Dr. Lutz talks about her personal journey into botanical medicine as well as the following very interesting topics, giving the best actionable advice to incorporate them right away into your daily nutrition:   ● The role that herbs can play in our daily health. ● Herbs vs vitamins and minerals, plus the possible side effects. ● Different grades and dosages. ● Base herbs to start treating digestive issues and hormonal health. ● Controlling blood sugar with herbs. ● Supporting the adrenals and the thyroid with herbs. ● Herbs to treat lack of energy. ● Supporting reproductive health with herbs. ● Supporting our elimination pathways. ● Estrogen dominance: Finding where the excess of estrogen is coming from. Hoping this wonderful episode helps you know more about herbs and how to use them as another element in your everyday life. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode33. Don´t miss our incredible Women's Health event, Ignite Your Life on June 8th 2019! You can still grab a ticket at >> jennpike.com/igniteyourlife. But the tickets won't last long, we sell out every year. So don't hesitate for too long :) Learn more about Dr. Briana Lutz:  Dr. Briana Lutz Coming soon! An online e-course for Culinary Herbalism. Reclaim flavour, fun and flirtation with your food by learning how to infuse herbal medicine into daily life, in a practical, simple and sustainable way. Each module will focus on a different plant family, organized seasonally, to allow for exploration of the herbs' medicinal properties and to learn a variety of medicine making techniques. Dr. Briana Lutz on Instagram Dr. Briana Lutz on Facebook Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. If you haven’t had enough sunlight, especially in these times coming out of winter, the consequent feelings are exhaustion, tiredness, and feeling that you can’t even rest properly to get your energy back. I really love Ashwagandha Saint Francis Herb Farm, which is a real powerhouse adaptogen, an ancient herb that has been gaining a lot of popularity.  There is another recommendation I want to make for our little ones which is the Advanced Gut Health Probiotics for Kids. These are amazing to build your child’s healthy gut flora, which is essential for their overall health! Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Herbal medicine is the medicine of the people.” “Allow your body to self heal with herbs.” “Trial and error is not a very forward thinking approach to your health.” “Estrogen dominance can mean that there is a progesterone deficiency.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Adrienne has been dedicating her time and purpose to help people achieve joy, by connecting with each person’s deepest sense of joy which shifts in different moments of everyday life. It can be challenging when we find ourselves stuck in daily practices that are just not letting us shine. This episode is about awareness, being present and finding purpose hand-in-hand with experiencing joy.   Adrienne shares her personal story about how she started her work in positive self care practice. Adrienne engages in a beautiful conversation, where we talk about real life and everyday hassles, as well as the ways of improving our life one step at the time. Here are the topics we address:   ● What numbing ourselves is causing ● Connecting with joy every single day ● Listen to your deepest knowledge about what is right or wrong for you ● Small consistent decisions to achieve joy  ● Seeking the right help to create ease ● Decide how you want to show up ● Being the role model for your kids ● Going through big changes with the right support ● Choosing how you show up to what happens to you in life ● May You Know Joy products and how they can impact your life differently every day ● Creating your time ● Intentional Days, Adrienne’s new book to be launched soon I hope you find inspiration in this episode and the certainty that even though we can't control the things that will happen to us in life, we can control how we chose to respond. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode32. Don´t miss our incredible Women's Health event, Ignite Your Life on June 8th 2019! You can still grab a ticket at >> jennpike.com/igniteyourlife. But the tickets won't last long, we sell out every year. So don't hesitate for too long :) Learn more about Adrienne Enns. :  Adrienne is Chief Joy Curator at her company May You Know Joy Inc. She inspires and empowers people to live intentionally - creating their lives on purpose everyday. Adrienne's body of work includes her popular May You Know Joy and Seeds of Intention cards, workshops, retreats and coaching. Her book, Intentional Days, will be available Fall 2019. May You Know Joy May You Know Joy on Instagram May You Know Joy on Facebook Adrienne hosts a closed Facebook Group called Intentional Days where Adrienne picks a card each Monday morning and the group shares around that intention throughout the week. If you are interested in joining this conversation, we welcome you. Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. A couple times a year my voices suffers since I constantly use it as my main tool while recording podcasts, giving consultations or making videos, a throat spray is the first thing I use when first noting the symptoms, Stop it Cold is my ally, it eases the pain for a solid hour or more, reducing inflammation, and fighting infection! Also, I have been adding Fermented whole body nutrition with greens to the water I sip through the day, since I am not eating what I should when I am not feeling that great, this is an awesome nutritional supplementation that my body needs in order to keep going. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “I refuse to be defined by your rules” “You have to connect with your joy now” “Less than 2% of people that go to AA can sustain recovery” “What you can do will surprise you!” “Trauma is anything you perceive that happened in your life that was traumatic.” “Self care as a top priority” “We can't control the things that will happen to us in life, but we can control how we chose to respond.” “Don’t add judgement to your life, focus on the opportunities.” “You create your time.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

This episode is all about detoxing your body and bringing health into your home. Our guest, Christine Dimmick, is openly sharing her own personal journey and struggles with cancer in her own body and on close friends. She had been working in the natural health industry and felt she was doing everything right. When she was diagnosed with breast cancer, a fire lit under her, and realized that what she was doing was simply not enough. We are being bombarded by a toxic world and we need to be aware of what is surrounding us to take the right actions to protect our health and our families.   During this enlightening episode you will acquire useful knowledge to start healing your life. Christine and I are diving deep into:   ● Carcinogens found in meats, eggs, dairy and cheese ● Learning what labels are saying to consumers ● Supporting organic products ● What is Glyphosate? ● Detoxing our skin ● The impact of preservatives on our health ● Toxicity in the air ● The clothing business ● Electronic toxicity ● Protecting your body from EMFs ● 7 items to keep and 7 to ditch ● Why your furniture needs to be free of flame retardants ● How our health is strictly related to our planet’s health Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode31. Don´t miss our incredible Women's Health event, Ignite Your Life on June 8th 2019! You can still grab a ticket at >> jennpike.com/igniteyourlife. But the tickets won't last long, we sell out every year. So don't hesitate for too long :) Learn more about Christine Dimmick : Christine Dimmick is the Founder/CEO of The Good Home Company Inc., author of Detox Your Home, and a public advocate for health and wellness. She pioneered the move to combine natural ingredients and true to life scents in cleaning products over 20 years ago in her NYC kitchen with the launch of the The Good Home Co. Christine has made it her mission to create natural products that are good for both the home and the body and to spread her unique health message. Detox Your Home takes a deep dive into the toxins found in our very own homes, and how you can limit your exposure to take control of your own health. Christine explores how to improve health by empowering choices about our clothing, food, cleaning products and more. She unveils what manufacturers won't, so you can avoid exposing your family to the hidden toxins eating away at America's health and wellness. Christine and Good Home products have been featured in The Los Angeles Times, The New York Post, Reader's Digest, Well + Good, Oprah, Martha Stewart, InStyle, Dr. Oz, House Beautiful, Essence and Ecowatch, along with appearances on the Today Show. She is a public speaker promoting health and wellness at the United Nations, Canyon Ranch and other wellness facilities. Christine also consults with hotels, businesses and private homes where she helps clients to detox, remove toxic products and create a place of health and wellness. Christine Dimmick’s Website Detox Your Home: A Guide to Removing Toxins from Your Life and Bringing Health into Your Home Christine Dimmick. Christine Dimmick on Instagram Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. Supporting our livers is vital, and Saint Francis Liver Hepato DR is included in my family’s daily ritual.  Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. Add one scoop a day of the Greens Plus Daily Detox, it is specifically formulated with ingredients that are supporting the faces of liver detoxification in a safe an effective way. It will help you detox your body as well as nourishing it, Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “70% of cancers are environmental.” “Stick to a vegan diet as much as possible and know your food’s source.” “The preservatives we are using are endocrine disruptors.” “The most toxic part of your home is your air.” “The best cleanser you can use in your home is vinegar, water and baking soda.” “Without community you really don’t survive.” “There is no significant testing on how the 5G is affecting our healths.” “We are living longer but not healthier.” “The more we can unplug the better.” “Having electronics in the room disrupt your sleep.” “Reduce the use of plastic for your health and for the planet.” “There is no non toxic place in this world.” “Eat less meat and dairy to make a healthier home” “Our health is directly related to our planet’s health.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Today’s episode comes from a Masterclass I did about simple strategies to help avoid adrenal fatigue and straight up exhaustion. Women reach out to me regularly about feeling extremely tired  and frustrated, even after a full night of sleep. If you feel that you’ve tried it all and nothing is working -- this episode is for you. If you want to have a full recording of the webinar you can get it from our YouTube Channel: Simplicity TV or visit jennpike.com/videos to connect to all of my most recent videos.    We need to have strong adrenal health for our entire health, in this episode you will learn why eating and supplementing well is just not enough, and the tools to identify adrenal fatigue and how to properly assess and assist the health of your adrenal function.   These are the main themes I’m addressing during this webinar -- get ready to absorb and learn:   ● What adrenal fatigue is and how it feels. ● Adrenals and different types of stress. ● What is your HPA axis? ● 12 most common symptoms ● Three different stages of adrenal fatigue ● Steps towards healing ● Why doctors don't test adrenal function ● Different ways for you to assess your adrenal function ● The impact of the diet and supplements you are taking, as well as the influence of the environment you are living in. ● Phases of detoxification and how to support yourself through the process Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode30. Don´t miss our incredible Women's Health event, Ignite Your Life on June 8th 2019! You can still grab a ticket at >> jennpike.com/igniteyourlife. But the tickets won't last long, we sell out every year. So don't hesitate for too long :) Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. Specially if you feel wired but tired, exhausted during the day but then can’t fall asleep, this amazing tincture based call Valericalm St Francis Herb Farm, made with valerian combined with other herbs and it is meant to help with insomnia. Try it and see how it calms your adrenals and helps you settle down. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. I personally recommend the Genuine Health Protein Powder, which I add a to my smoothies  to help  stabilize blood sugar. It’s made from 7 different types of plant based protein ingredients, a really balanced amino acid profile. The fermentation helps to free the nutrients, vitamins and minerals that are ready to be absorbed.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “We need to have strong adrenal health for our entire health.” “Do you even exist in your own priority list?” “Your liver has over 500 different daily jobs.” “Adrenals are set up for perceiving and managing your stress” “Your journey for health never ends, be patient.” “Cravings are a symptom” “Every system in your body is having a conversation with you, stop and listen” “If elimination is a problem never start with cleansing and detoxification”  “We don’t lose weight to be healthy, getting healthy creates the weight loss” “If you are suffering from adrenal issues you will have symptoms all the time” “Gut health and adrenal health are intertwined” “Endometriosis is classified as an autoimmune illness” “You can’t heal if you are not sleeping” “If you have high cortisol, your body is trying to protect you.” “Doctors are not well trained about adrenal fatigue” “Dairy is a hormone byproduct from another animal that we were never designed to digest.” “If you are having any gluten, you are not gluten free.” “How much joy do you have in your life? Your joy can’t be based on watching other people having fun.” “You need to start getting more orgasms.”  “There is a big difference between moving and exercising.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Dr. Laura Anderson is the inhouse naturopathic doctor for The Simplicity Project, and during this episode she will explain what exactly naturopathic medicine is, what you can expect and how working with naturopathic medicine can help you and your family as well. She also dives deep into different modalities naturopaths use, such as homeopathy, essential oils, and chinese medicine among others. Dr. Laura and I talk about simple changes you can start to implement right away in your life and the reasons behind these transformational shifts.   These are the topics you will hear about in this awesome episode: ● Dr. Laura’s personal journey that lead her to Naturopathic Medicine. ● Supporting patients online. ● Dr. Laura as part of the Simplicity Project. ● Starting to work with a Naturopathic Doctor. ● Treating skeptical patients. ● Differences between traditional medicine and naturopathic medicine. ● Quality sleep. ● Drink more water. ● Move more! ● Signs of dehydration. ● Benefits of moving more. ● Common questions of women starting at the Simplicity Project. ● Benefits of working online and recording every session. ● Why you need to start investing in yourself. Hoping you can put these simple steps into action to start seeing the benefits to your health. It is time to invest in yourself and fill your cup!  Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode29. Learn more about Dr. Laura Anderson: Dr. Laura Anderson ND is a licenced Naturopathic Doctor and has been practicing in Peterborough, Ontario since 2010. In addition to her private practice she was also the in house ND at Trent University Health Services for five years. Dr. Laura also spent two years as part time faculty at Fleming College and taught Biology, Holistic Health, Anatomy & Physiology and Advanced Physiology. Laura has published articles for The Pulse (an Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors publication) as well as various blogs and articles for supplements companies such as CanPrev and Orange Naturals. Currently, Dr. Anderson maintains a private practice focusing on helping women with chronic stress, anxiety and adrenal fatigue, so they can help to beat burnout, bust fatigue and overcome overwhelm. And also assists with Jenn Pike's company The Simplicity Project as the in-house Naturopathic Doctor supporting women entering into the The Simplicity Project Online and The Hormone Project. Dr. Laura Anderson ND Beat the Burnout Guide: An 8 page guide explaining burnout and the 5 things you can STOP and 5 things you can START to do to help beat burnout, bust fatigue and overcome overwhelm. Dr. Laura Anderson ND on Instagram Dr. Laura Anderson ND on Twitter Dr. Laura Anderson ND on Facebook Dr. Laura is currently accepting new patients within Ontario via in person in Peterborough, or online. Don´t miss our incredible Women's Health event, Ignite Your Life on June 8th 2019! You can still grab a ticket at >> jennpike.com/igniteyourlife. But the tickets won't last long, we sell out every year. So don't hesitate for too long :) Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, Saint Francis Ear Oil is the number one resource I take on holidays, because there is nothing worse than when water gets trapped in your ear! This amazing oil also helps with excessive ear wax. Collagen is another supplement I always pack, Genuine Health Collagen is the brand I choose. There are two kinds, Clean Collagen, from grass fed and pasture raised cows, and the Marine Based Collagen, from wild caught fish, I alternate between them. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Cells in your body are made from all the nutrients you take while working with naturopathic medicine.” “Traditional medicine made us believe in quick fixes.” “Sleeping is how you heal.” “Every single action in your body needs a water molecule to happen.” “If you are not drinking enough water you will have difficulties detoxing well.” “The body is created to move.” “Seating is considered the new smoking.”  “You don’t have to feel moody and burnt out there are options, it is time to invest in yourself and fill your cup.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

I am dedicating this episode to breaking down the mission and soul of The Simplicity Project Online. People often ask about what this program is about, and it is not an easy question to answer since there is so much passion in it.   The Simplicity Project Online is a 6 week course I created after writing the book and realizing that people needed more guidance and coaching in order to implement the information in it and take it to the next level.   Here is the breakdown of what you get when you sign on to The Simplicity Project: ● Online program on Monday nights (comfort guaranteed: do it in the location of your choice!) ● Six step approach to creating the body you want. ● Vegetarian meal plan. ● Leaky gut and SIBO plan. ● Links to workouts. ● Learn how to nourish your body and hormones. ● Learn how to support your liver and hormonal detoxification pathways. ● Learn how to nourish your thyroid and adrenals. ● The right tests and blood works for you: learn to read the results. ● Build a holistic health community for yourself, a team of professionals to support your health. ● Detox your home and learn to make your own clean products (healthy and inexpensive). ● Movement and exercise guides for your own goals. ● Create the right mindset, and learn to say No! ● Bonus 1: Two online fitness programs (42 consecutive days of movement) ● Bonus 2: Foundational books: Simplicity Kitchen Cookbook and the Simplicity Project. ● Bonus 3: Free ticket to the Ignite Your Life Event ($150 value!). ● Access to private Facebook community. ● Get this content for life! Each week at the Simplicity Project has special planning and goals, here are the main topics that are addressed: Week 1: Healing digestion, repairing leaky gut, and reducing inflammation. Week 2: Understanding the Adrenal -Thyroid connection. Week 3: Reproductive hormones. Week 4: Your full body care, head to toe. Week 5: Meal planning and creating a finance tracker. Week 6: Exercise and mindset. The Simplicity Project only happens once year, if you are wondering if this is the time, it certainly is, unless you want to wait for another year. Hoping you can join this amazing community and start your healing journey! Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode23. Don´t miss our incredible Women's Health event, Ignite Your Life on June 8th 2019! You can still grab a ticket at >> jennpike.com/igniteyourlife. But the tickets won't last long, we sell out every year. So don't hesitate for too long :) Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Create a simpler life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. If you would like to better cope with stress, try Strest® a product designed to help you relieve the symptoms of stress. Strest® is an adaptogen meant to help our bodies resiliency and to assist our nervous systems and our bodies in responding and coping with the stress of our daily lives. Choosing the right food is always the best ally to deal with stress better. Genuine Health Fermented Vegan Protein Bars are amazing, try dark chocolate almond, Jenn’s favorite. Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube The Simplicity Kitchen Cookbook  Quotes:  “Your gut is the foundation of your health.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist, Certified Diabetes Educator, researcher, and author with a passion for evidence-based prenatal nutrition and exercise. Her work is known for being research-focused, thorough, and unapologetically critical of outdated dietary guidelines. She is the author of two bestselling books, Real Food for Pregnancy and Real Food for Gestational Diabetes.    Lily Nichols shares her knowledge and passion about nutrition, whole foods and pregnancy. Women are not being properly educated about how to take supplements and eating the food their bodies need especially while creating life! Here are the topics Lily is shedding light over during this awesome episode:     ● Standard support and information for pregnant woman. ● Shifting the focus from what “I shouldn’t eat” to “What I can eat”. ● Nutrients to be found in food during pregnancy. ● Why you should be eating eggs more. ● Meaning of whole foods. ● The failure of taking the fat away from foods. ● Guidelines to avoid Gestational Diabetes. ● How much does a woman need to eat during pregnancy? ● Tips for women to be prepared with the key nutrients needed. ● What does a woman look for in a very good quality prenatal? ● Pregnant women should take choline, omega 3, methyl folate, and B12. Hoping this episode helps you to take even more ownership of your health and to take these actionable suggestions to improve your health and your family’s, especially during pregnancy. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode27. Don´t miss our incredible Women's Health event, Ignite Your Life on June 8th 2019! You can still grab a ticket at >> jennpike.com/igniteyourlife. But the tickets won't last long, we sell out every year. So don't hesitate for too long :)   Learn more about Lily Nichols:  Visit Lily Nichols’ website Get Lily Nichols’ freebies!: Start with the first chapter of Real Food For Pregnancy for FREE! Lily Nichols on Instagram Lily Nichols on Facebook Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products. April just began and this beautiful season also brings the allergies, which usually turns to be a result of a compromised immune system. Give a try to  Deep Immune for Allergies that helps your system be more resilient and less impacted by seasonal allergies. The root for these seasonal allergies is in our gut, taking probiotics is what helps keeping this so needed rescialence. Genuine Health provides a “shelf stable” (no refrigeration needed) probiotic, called  Advance Your Gut Health Probiotic that helps to mimic the human gut flora, it is a clean product, vegan and gluten free, Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases.  Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Real food is one that hasn’t been fractionated or has had a piece removed.” “Removing fat is one of the biggest failures of our nutritional era” “When you remove the skin from chicken you are taking away the main source of glycine.”  “There are no exact numbers in nutritions, our metabolic systems are changing all the time.” “You are naturally taking your protein and fat together, when you are not separating your food.” “Have a protein rich food at each meal.” “If you feel nauseous the first trimester of pregnancy make sure you are eating any protein you can tolerate.” “Three capsules per day prenatal are needed to take the necessary amount to support your nutrient needs during pregnancy.” “Take ownership of your health! Doctors are not supposed to know everything”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Sylvie Tetrault is a Sports Holistic Nutritionist (R.H.N) and Strength and Conditioning Coach (CSCS) based out of Toronto. A former competitive figure skater and university rugby player Sylvie's philosophy centers on helping clients find their Inner Athlete through hands-on strength training, nutrition, and lifestyle coaching. Sylvie has worked with professional athletes across several sports, (NHL, NFL, UFC, Olympians, Ironman etc.) and high performers of all kinds. As a co-host on the Championship Lifestyle Podcast Sylvie has increased her exposure to a larger community of individuals all committed to becoming champions of their lives   Most of us women, are trying to support our children’s health, caring for their nutrition and also doing our best to take good care of our own healths, and to meet goals such as increasing muscle, losing weight or just getting in shape...and it is not that easy!   Sylvie Tetrault has developed a program for everyone to meet and cherish their inner athlete.   Sylvie is diving deep into these topics to help you connect with your body no matter where you you are:   ● We are all athletes!  ● The importance of recovery. ● Performance Based Goals. ● Applying professional athletes’ strategies to everyday athletes. ● Building consistent daily habits. ● You have to prepare for fasting. ● Eating before and after workouts. ● The entire day matters! ● Don't be afraid of the good quality carbs. ● Eating a variety of foods is crucial. ● Keys for perfect hydration. ● What does it mean to be “active”? ● More is not better! ● Focusing on the recovering part. ● Being an athlete is a family matter. ● Tips for beginners. ● The Inner Athlete online program. ● Sylvie’s podcast. ● Why a pull up program? Hoping this episode inspires and encourages you to start taking care of your inner athlete, starting one daily consistent habit at a time! Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode23. Don´t miss our incredible Women's Health event, Ignite Your Life on June 8th 2019! You can still grab a ticket at >> jennpike.com/igniteyourlife. But the tickets won't last long, we sell out every year. So don't hesitate for too long :) Learn more about Sylvie Tetrault:  Visit Sylvie Tetrault’s Website Inner Athlete Coaching Program Pull-Up Program Sylvie Tetrault’s Podcast Listen to Sylvie Tetrault’s Podcast with Jenn Pike as a guest! Sylvie Tetrault on Facebook Sylvie Tetrault on Instagram Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, if you have a sore throat, have been coughing or simply use your voice a lot look for Saint Francis Stop It Cold Throat Spray and use it daily and experience the relief! Order any product at Genuine Health use the promo code JENNPIKE and save 10% off all of your purchases. I recommend their Protein Powder in all of my programs, no artificial ingredients and no sugar!! Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “Performance based goals help people achieve the later goal of losing pounds.” “Consistency is key.” “You should have a quality meal with whole food and healthy protein an hour or two after workouts, instead of having supplements and shakes.”  “Don't be afraid of the good quality carbs.” “When you have a certain food over and over again, your body becomes more sensible to it, and even develop an intolerance to it” “Hydration is more than drinking water, electrolyte balance is something to look after.” “The color of your urine is the best indication you can have about your hydration.” “Drink 700 ml to 1l of water first thing in the morning if you are very active, 500ml if you are not that active.” “Being active doesn´t always mean you are working out, sometimes having a very tight schedule is being active.” “Learn to listen to your hunger” “Enjoyment is the number one thing for kids playing sports.” “Do one simple thing at a time” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.    

In this episode, I’m diving deep into the challenges inherent to being a woman, a mother, an entrepreneur, a whole person that seeks balance and simplicity. If you ever wonder how to “do it all” and still feel you are authentic to your true self, this is an episode you will enjoy.   During this episode I open up and cut the B.S with you in a vulnerable, real way.    Here’s is what we’re diving into:    ● The aftermath of trying to do it all. ● Before and after children. ● Postponing your pre-birth goals. ● Feeling guilty. ● Meeting financial struggles. ● Feeling failure. ● Recreating a career while building a tribe. ● Learning to let go. ● Saying “no” in order to create space. ● Seeking mentors. ● No one is able to “do it all”. ● Investing in personal worth. ● Re encountering passion. ● Charging your worth. ● Learning to delegate, create a dream team. ● You are the model for your children, what are they seeing? ● Structure gives you freedom: learning to organize time. ● Finances, intuition and awareness. ● What will you do with your extra income? Hoping this episode has lead you closer to realizing your worth and has given you the strength and the confidence to not care about what other people think. Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode24. Don´t miss our incredible Women's Health event, Ignite Your Life on June 8th 2019! You can still grab a ticket at >> jennpike.com/igniteyourlife. But the tickets won't last long, we sell out every year. So don't hesitate for too long :) Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, look for Deep Immune which is your best ally to fight and prevent common winter illnesses!  Quotes:  “Energy flows where tension goes.” “Learn to say “no” to be able to create space for what you want.” “No one can do it all.” “Let go of trying to be or feel perfect” “Learn about your story.” “Earn an income while you create an impact.” “Wide open heart but big f*cking fence.” “You are modeling life for your children.” “Structure gives you freedom.” “Stop spending money in things that do not add value to your life.” “You don't need more stuff, invest in experiences.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Josh Gitalis is a recognized expert in the fields of clinical detoxification and therapeutic supplementation. He runs a Toronto-based private practice, with a worldwide client base. As a leader in his field, Josh teaches Clinical Nutrition for several natural health colleges and is the first Canadian nutritionist to become an Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner (IFMCP). Josh is a noted expert for various media outlets including CTV News and CityTV.   In this episode Josh helps us understand how our nutritional healths are related to our brains and the crucial importance it has for building a better brain for ourselves and our children.   Josh dives deep into the following topics:   ● The importance of nutrition and its impact on brain health. ● The nervous system might show symptoms after years of damages. ● Being proactive about our brain health (starting from the fetus!). ● What can you do now to start taking care of your brain health. ● Expose your kids´palates to many flavors from a very young age. ● Vitamins and minerals fuel the enzymes that produce neurotransmitters in our brains. ● Impact in the nervous system from lack of deep sleep. ● Sleep hygiene. ● Functional lab testing (detecting function instead of disfunction). ● Functional Nutrition Programs. ● Why whole foods must be your diet choice. ● There is no perfect diet. ● Best supplements for brain health (start with vitamin D and quality fish oil). Start today, making small changes which carried on consistently, and on a daily basis, will nourish your nervous system and your health as a whole. Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do! You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode24. Don´t miss our incredible Women's Health event, Ignite Your Life on June 8th 2019! You can still grab a ticket at >> jennpike.com/igniteyourlife. But the tickets won't last long, we sell out every year. So don't hesitate for too long :) Learn more about Josh Gitalis:  Josh Gitalis Functional Nutrition Josh Gitalis on Instagram Josh Gitalis Clinical Nutrition on Facebook Functional nutrition program  Functional Reset Program  Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Learn more about our amazing sponsors  Create a more simple life with Saint Francis Herb Farm products, specially their digestive bitter!  Quotes:  “The nervous system takes much more time than other systems to make connections, some degenerative diseases affecting the nervous system can take from 20 to 30 years to manifest.” “It is never too late to start taking care of our nervous systems.” “Expose your kids´ palads to nutritious foods from a very young age .” “The foods that grow naturally do not have addictive properties.”  ”The lymphatic system only turns on when you are in deep sleep.” “You can’t go wrong by choosing whole foods in your daily diet.” “Vitamin D is the key supplement for brain health” “The gut and the brain have a very strong connection.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Today, I'm talking to Dr. Meghan Walker ND, and we're diving into all things leadership, mindset, women's health and epigenetics. This is such a juicy episode, and I can't wait for you to dive in!!    Dr. Meghan Walker ND is an ‘Entrepologist’, this term was coined in the study of the minds of entrepreneurs, and the intention of seeking their optimization and performance. Entrepology is the intersection between someone´s health, what they want to contribute to the world, and their purpose.    During this deep conversation, Meghan describes how leaders choose to live their lives, rather than living a life to leave a legacy.   The choices you make regarding your health and your life is ultimately the message you're sending to the people who surround you, including your children.   Why does that matter?   Because when you choose health over convenience, when you choose your own sanity + self-care over another obligation, when you choose to show up for yourself on a daily basis -- it gives permission to those around you to do the same for themselves.    That is why the way we live our lives not only inspires people, but changes the dynamics of our personal genetics (epigenetics). This is a really interesting topic that is not discussed enough!!   Dr. Meghan shares her personal journey as a woman and a mother of three, and gives tips for women to start living the way that most honours their purpose, and I will drop a spoiler alert for you...you just have to start! We also talk about the new opportunities that are available in healthcare, coming back to the basics, getting in touch with life, feeling and experiencing it.     You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting jennpike.com/episode23.   Dr. Meghan Walker talks about how to begin to carve out your true potential which always starts with your mindset. Self limiting beliefs usually block our paths to achievement, and sometimes even the visualization of our goals. Also, the people who surround us will either help us shine or bring us down, this is the reason why who we chose to walk our path with, is crucial.   We also talk about the new opportunities that are available in healthcare, coming back to the basics, getting in touch with life, feeling and experiencing it.   Hoping you find inspiration to take the steps that will take you closer to your true self and wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   Learn more about Dr. Meghan Walker:  Dr. Meghan Walker is a naturopathic doctor and Entrepologist, focusing on the health optimization of entrepreneurs and game changers. As an entrepreneur, Meghan started and sold her first business while in University and is a Co-founder and past CEO of the digital health media start-up Bright Almond.   She is the host of the Entrepology Podcast, Founder of Entrepology Labs, creator of the women's performance supplement line Badass Basics, and Chief Cheerleader at Clinician Business Labs — a platform dedicated to assisting clinicians in scaling and amplifying their businesses. Meghan is an award winning speaker, having spoken on international stages and through multiple media outlets on topics related to women's performance medicine, brain health and entrepreneurship.   Meghan is the host and producer of the annual entrepreneurship conference Impact LIVEs, and most importantly, the bedtime story reader to her three young girls.    Dr. Meghan Walker Entrepology with Dr. Meghan Walker Dr. Meghan Walker on Instagram Dr. Meghan Walker on Facebook   Meghan is going to be one of our awesome guest speakers at our incredible Women's Health event, Ignite Your Life on June 8th 2019! You can still grab a ticket at >> jennpike.com/igniteyourlife. But the tickets won't last long, we sell out every year. So don't hesitate for too long :)   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject     Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes:  “It is how you choose to live your life that impacts other people.” “The choices you make have an incredible ripple effect.” “Everything that happens in your life starts with your mindset.” “Amplifying health for people.” “Your choices are the message you are giving to the ones around you, that is why how we live our lives, not only inspires people, but changes the dynamics of our genetics”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Felice Gersh, M.D. is an award-winning female physician specializing in all aspects of women's health, and founder/director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine, located in Irvine, California. Her practice provides comprehensive healthcare for women, combining the best evidence-based therapies from conventional, naturopathic, and holistic medicine.   Dr. Gersh is the author of PCOS SOS: A Gynecologist's Lifeline To Naturally Restore Your Rhythms, Hormones and Happiness (February 2019), which introduces a breakthrough approach that addresses the underlying causes of PCOS to help women heal from within, naturally and permanently.   Dr. Gersh taught obstetrics and gynecology at Keck USC School of Medicine for many years as an Assistant Clinical Professor, and received the Outstanding Volunteer Clinical Faculty Award. Dr. Gersh is also a prolific writer, a world-renowned lecturer, and has been featured in several films and documentary series, including The Real Skinny on Fat with Montel Williams, and Fasting. She is the mother of four children and lives with her husband, Bob, in Orange County, California.   Dr. Gersh was led to PCOS as her area of expertise, as a result of her own experience with symptoms and treatments to PCOS. Later on in her career, she realized the big lie behind medications, and how pharmaceutical companies were selling drugs with huge side effects and little therapeutic results.   During this episode, Dr. Gersh unfolds golden information about PCOS. Here are some of the matters you will be enlightened about:   ● What is PCOS? ● Different manifestations of PCOS. ● Effect of endocrine disruptors on women’s health. ● Estradiol deficiency and its crucial importance for women health. ● Reproductive and metabolic functions are one. ● Women with PCOS have altered gut microbiomes. ● How to reach a proper diagnosis. ● Androgen excess is not the same as PCOS. ● Demystifying estrogen dominance.  ● Why you should say “no” to birth-control pills. ● When and How you should eat if you have PCOS. ● Food has all the magical components. Dr. Gersh provides real information to take down the myths around PCOS, and help women with PCOS to find different ways to achieve balance, and recover their health as a whole. Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do! Learn more about Dr Felice Gersh: Dr. Felice Gersh Dr. Felice Gersh on Instagram Dr. Felice Gersh on Facebook Pre order PCOS- SOS, by Dr. Felice Gersh Integrative Medical Group of Irvine Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your Life with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! http://www.jennpike.com/ Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes:  “PCOS is the most common endocrine disorder in women.” “PCOS means that a majority of women with this syndrome show a change in the structure of the ovaries which cause that the right eggs are not chosen.” “Our medical system is not designed to see a person holistically.” “80% of women with PCOS have obesity and weight loss resistance.” “A woman with PCOS is living her life in estradiol deficiency.” “Reproduction is the prime directive of life.” “If reproduction is out of whack, metabolic health is out of whack.”  “Estrogen is key for maintaining the circadian rhythm.” “It is not true that women with PCOS have too much estrogen.” “If you have high levels of insulin you simply can’t lose weight.” “The last thing a woman with PCOS has to do is to skip breakfast.” “Birth control pills are toxic to women.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Dr. Jolene Brighten is a Leading Expert in Post-Birth Control Syndrome & Hormonal Birth Control Related Problems. She’s a women's health naturopathic medical doctor, practicing physician, author and speaker. Dr. Jolene helps women who are looking to ditch synthetic birth control and balance their hormones, as well as those want to stay on birth control without long term consequences. She is considered a pioneer in her Birth Control Protocols that support women dealing with the side effects and long term consequences associated with the birth control pill. Dr Jolene took birth control pills for over ten years and suffered many side effects, which she shares openly to bring awareness about the reality behind the pill and to help other women understand what's going on in their bodies, when and after they took hormonal birth control. Listen to this amazing conversation among women who are sharing their experiences and knowledge, creating community and encouraging others to take their health in their own hands. If you want to know down-to-earth information about the birth control pill, this episode is for you. You are not alone!   In this episode Dr. Jolene discusses the following topics:   - What is Post Birth Control Pill Syndrome? - Chain reaction of side effects after stopping the pill. - How to support your liver and gut in their detox functions. - Stroke and cardiovascular problems associated with hormonal birth control intake. - Learn how to listen to your body and its signs.   Dr. Jolene recognizes that women´s medicine needs to change and it has to begin in every woman who starts healing herself; empowering women to educate themselves, learning to respect their anatomies and to read the signs that their bodies are giving, to find balance and health.   Dr. Jolene is a mom of a son who has being diagnosed with Panda, a pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorder associated with streptococcus, that has put her life upside down, but at the same time granted an opportunity for learning, growth, gratitude and connection. Dr. Jolene shares her experience and proves that opening up and showing vulnerability is directly related to deeper connection and healing.   Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do!   Learn more about Dr. Jolene Brighten: Dr. Jolene Brighten Beyond The Pill, Dr. Jolene Brighten Dr. Jolene Brighten on Instagram Dr. Jolene Brighten on Facebook Dr. Jolene Brighten’s Youtube Channel   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your light with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “If you have used the birth control pill for symptom management, after stopping the pill those symptoms will return along with a new set of symptoms.” “Your liver is being impacted by hormonal birth control pill.”  “Pay attention to your own body.” “Symptoms are the voice within your body, they are the roadmap that are going to lead you to the root cause.” “Healing doesn’t happen in the doctor’s office.” “The only way we are going to move forward is together.” “If we (women) speak our truth together we are unstoppable.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Asha is an Indigenous Medicine Woman, Spiritual Mentor and Healer who believes that all healing is possible when we remember who we are. She has had a private healing practice for the past 15 years and has helped thousands of people come back to wholeness, health and self love. Through ceremony, healing circles, mentorship and other medicine ways, Asha has held spaces for women to see their gifts and honour their brilliance. Her online membership, Sacred, is her newest creation and is a container for women to root down and spread their wings.   Asha started a hands on healing practice combined with homeopathy, to support her clients to find balance and healing. She held this practice in her own home and this had a great impact to her energy and even though she deeply enjoyed the one on one interaction, she had to shift away from this practice. Asha turned to mentorship, that was what she always wanted for herself.   Asha started to hold Mentorship weekends that are made for practitioners and healers to work on themselves, specially in self compassion, in order to bring them back to their true selves. As part of the program, healers learn to first identify whose feelings they are experiencing and also work on strengthening their sacred “no”, considering learning how to set boundaries as the best act of self love.   The Sacred Membership online program just started a month ago but already has more than 200 people signed in. This sacred movement is directed to healers and caregivers, who need to work on themselves to put their message out in the world, by respecting their own cycles first and realizing they are enough, despite in which stage of the cycle they are in.   Tips from Asha: ● To step out of the state of overwhelm and depletion, Asha suggests to listen to the cycle you are transiting, and trust that it is safe to do what is best for you.  ● To raise your personal vibration at your home or workplace, you can carry crystals, medicinal plants, essential oils, special words and candles that bring beauty and harmony to the spaces you are. Hoping you enjoy this amazing information and feel the inspiration to tap in the possibility that is awaiting within yourself and help you uncover your own journey. Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do! Get in touch Asha Frost: Asha Frost website Asha Frost on Instagram Sacred Membership Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike Ignite your light with Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes: “You create what you always wanted.” “Boundaries are your best act of self care.” “Anything is possible when you have space held for you.” “The external work has its basis on the inner work that you do.” “Every season is important, and you are enough in whatever season you are in.” “We should take care of not only what we put into our mouths but what or who will have an impact on our energy levels.” “Allow yourself to be a beginner.”  Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Joy McCarthy is a Holistic Nutritionist and founder of JoyousHealth.com, an award-winning blog focused on healthy living. She is a two-time bestselling author of Joyous Health and Joyous Detox, a World Gourmand Cookbook Award recipient. Her third book, The Joyous Cookbook, comes out in 2019. A trusted nutrition expert, Joy has been featured in hundreds of publications both online and in print from CBC to CNN; and is a regular health expert on television including Cityline and CTV's Your Morning. Co-founder of the Joyous Health Business Program and creator of the Joyous Health Natural Body Care Line. Joy lives in Toronto with her husband Walker and their daughter Vienna. Joy loves social media and shares her passion for food, family and fun as a way to channel positive energy into the lives of others.   Joy shares her passion about the relationship between the gut microbiome and  your overall health. Recent research shows that we are more bacteria than we are human, that is why taking care of these bacteria has a vital importance.   The foundations of good gut health start with regular bowel movements which are essential for keeping hormone balance, as they directly contribute to hormone detoxification.    There are many key foods that are very effective at supporting the body’s natural detoxification process, like kale, cabbage, arugula, broccoli, cauliflower, and sea vegetables which protect the liver. A healthy diet should include  vegetables and fruits rich in fiber like spinach, apples, pears and green beans. The variety of these healthy foods makes a difference in assisting the detoxification of your systems. If you’ve experienced problems digesting raw foods, Joy also gives her best tips on how to start introducing them back into your diet.   Joy shares how the skin, as the largest channel of elimination, can be cared in different ways:  ● dry brushing,   ● showering the right way in order to protect your skin microbiome,  ● and getting rid of the beauty products that are adding toxins and chemicals instead of enhancing your natural beauty and health. Joy, as a mother and an entrepreneur, has to juggle and sort her way through the daily chaos to create space for her own health, and in this episode she is giving out the best tips for real, strong, loving, sensitive and creative women to live their lives in a joyful and healthy way. Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do! Get in touch Joy McCarthy: Learn more about Joy McCarthy The Natural Hair Care Challenge is a great way to love and nourish your way to natural, luscious hair in four weeks! This FREE Natural Hair Care Challenge will help you discover the difference nourishing foods and natural supplements can have for healthy hair from within. Plus you'll learn to do a hair detox and be able to wash your hair LESS! Joy McCarthy on Instagram Joy McCarthy on Facebook Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes: “On the gut microbiome: research shows that we are more bacteria than we are human.” “Having a good bowel movement is a way of detoxing your hormones.” “It is dangerous to go through a detox diet without having the elimination channels opened, like pooping, sweating and urinating properly” “The skin is your larger channel of elimination.” “If you can start to do one thing for your health, drink more water!” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

Women’s cycles are a superpower that can be tapped into, if you know when, how, and what to do. Cycles also go through different phases that must be understood and respected.    Today on the podcast I’m interviewing Megan from Zesty Ginger. Megan talks about the nutritional approach she uses for women with hormonal imbalances, and how, in her experience, intermittent fasting and keto diet are not the best in these cases.   Megan co-created Zesty Ginger with Alex, and both of these women have gone through their own personal journeys regarding hormonal balance, and learned how to optimize their bodies’ functions according to the phase they are going through instead of going against them.   There are four different phases of the menstrual cycle (considering a standard 28 days cycle): ● Release Phase: Starts on day 1 of your full period. Time to slow down! ● Rise Phase: Starts at day 8 and extends to day 14. This is an ovulatory phase and is the most powerful one!  ● Plateau Phase: Starts on day 15 and goes all the way to day 21. During this stage women tend to find balance between the old habits and the new ones. The focus during this phase is on supporting your body in the process of detoxification. ● Pause Phase: The last stage, lasts until the 28th day. It is the time to experience gratitude and let go of past failures. Depending on your body, this can be the phase where you feel cravings, cramps and irritability. This phase is also focused on detoxification.  Megan also shares her knowledge about other factors that can contribute to hormonal imbalances, such as mold, gut infections, and toxic loads in the liver as a result of the usage of chemicals that come in beauty and hygiene products. Listen to this show to acquire a better understanding of your menstrual cycle, going through each phase and its characteristics, and also discovering other factors that have an impact on your hormonal balance.   Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do! Meet the creators of Zesty Ginger Alex Golden (M.D.) and Megan Blacksmith (Health Coach & Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner) of Zesty Ginger work with pre-menopausal women in an online group format. They focus on balancing hormones and supporting detoxification by teaching women to use the phases of their menstrual cycles to their advantage. The natural ebb and flow that happens to our hormones, organ systems, and bodies overall as women is there to renew and strengthen us. When we work with the natural cycles of our bodies, we allow ourselves to heal and recover on a level that few of us ever reach when we operate within the "rules" of the hectic modern world. Even the alternative medicine world has lost its connection to how the female body operates. Most protocols and health programs out there show no regard for the cycles that govern the flow of our bodies as women. By focusing on different activities, elixirs, foods and rituals each week of your cycle we can help the body to detoxify naturally. Get in touch with Alex and Megan Zesty Ginger Find out more about their cycle detox Zesty Ginger on Instagram Zesty Ginger on Facebook  Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more, please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes: “Tampon commercials implicity tell us: Be a man but in a female’s body.” “Listen to your body when it is telling you to slow down.” “Your pre-conception lifestyle is so important because it is setting the foundation for the pregnancy, birth and beyond” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.   

The fact that PMS is so common doesn’t make it normal. Many women are being medicated to alleviate their PMS symptoms when there are natural ways to tackle the discomfort.   Listen to this episode if you want to know : ● What is PMS?  ● What are the symptoms of PMS? ● What can you change in your lifestyle to bring relief in your system? ● Why birth control pills do not work. There are many reasons why PMS is so strong in some women’s bodies, it can be that the levels of estrogen are higher than progesterone or that the levels of progesterone are so low that the body goes into a estrogen dominance state.  If you want to see significant improvements within the next two to four menstrual cycles, follow the next steps: 1. Lower inflammation through your diet choices and the right supplementation. 2. Regulate your insulin and blood sugar. 3. Have a formulation like EstroSmart that helps to support healthy estrogen levels, metabolization and detox. 4. Increase your dietary fiber and water. 5. Magnesium, essential oils and castor oil pack for cramp relief and headaches. 6. Sleep and manage stress levels. 7. Be patient but consistent! Healing is possible for everyone, regardless what you do and where you live, you can achieve this without pills and medications, focusing on the environment that your body is living in. Wishing you more simplicity and ease in everything you do! For a live experience with Jenn: Please contact Nature's Emporium Newmarket directly via info@naturesemporium.com or 905-898-1844 to register for the LIVE Simplicity Project course that begins January 23rd. Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more please join the waitlist at jennpike.com/thehormoneproject   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes: “Many women unconsciously accept that suffering from PMS symptoms is the norm.” “Five days of medication is the magical number for damage to begin at the gut level.” “Simplicity is the name of the game when it comes to our health” “Peppermint essential oil is great for fighting headaches” “Detox your calendar and prioritize your sleep” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Julie Daniluk RHN is a leading nutritionist and the co-host of Healthy Gourmet, a reality cooking show on OWN (the Oprah Winfrey Network). For twelve years, she was a co-operative owner and the Chief in store Nutritionist for one of Canada's largest health food stores, The Big Carrot Natural Food Market.   In this episode, Julie shares her knowledge about inflammation and how to reverse inflammatory conditions. Julie cured herself from what started as an E-coli infection she contracted in Asia, that kept progressing until she decided she needed to take the matter in her own hands.   She developed a list of foods that made her feel horrible, that ended up as a 15 pages document that Julie shared with friends and later became the foundation of her book Meals That Heal Inflammation.   Women suffer with inflammation more than men do. When women are transiting menopause, the sudden drop in estrogen causes higher inflammatory responses. The fact that women need to metabolize more estrogen than men, makes them more genetically predisposed to having a more sensitive immune system.   Inflammation acts different during the stages in women’s life. Young people tend to have polycystic ovarian syndrome, in these cases an ultrasound can be a great way to know more about the ovaries’ health before any treatment is implemented (avoid birth control pills as a measure to treat hormonal imbalance at all costs!)   It is also important to keep in mind that our intolerance to certain foods place one of the biggest roles in the hormonal cascade, so remember that researching and finding out which foods we don’t tolerate is crucial to our overall health.   How can we devise a realistic approach to removing these inflammatory triggers in our body?  Start a food journal before beginning an elimination protocol. Learn about what you are eating and start adding foods that have macronutrients, as well as doubling up essential fatty acids, and get ready to feel amazing results in your hormonal balance within a month or two.    How do we reduce autoimmunity? When you suffer from leaky gut (hyperpermeability of the gut) there is a high autoimmune response from your body. To help digestion Mandarin Skin Plus is a great ally and is a key tool to reduce autoimmunity. Also, you should add probiotics to your diet, but be very careful of highly fermented foods (like kombucha) that bring in a lot of histamine and sugar cane.   Favorite superfoods Artichokes: Every single part of the artichoke has its own super power! Arugula: Shifts hormones while reducing inflammation, and assists your liver in metabolizing estrogen correctly. Burdock: Is a profound blood, lymphatic and liver cleanser that also helps eliminate toxins. Cherries and Pomegranates: Have them for better fertility and anti-inflammatory effect. Add raw cacao to your diet (not sugar filled commercial chocolate!).   Never give up! Miracles are real! Become your own body detector and regain your health.   Wishing you more simplicity and ease in everything you do!   For a live experience with Jenn: Please contact Nature's Emporium Newmarket directly via info@naturesemporium.com or 905-898-1844 to register for the LIVE Simplicity Project course that begins January 23rd.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more please email me at hello@jennpike.com. The next round of The Hormone Project begins January 21st.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “There is a massive connection between women and inflammation.” “Heart attacks are more deadly for women.” “When women start hormone replace therapy, the blood clots faster.” “Women are three times more susceptible to contract osteoarthritis.“ “Women are twice more likely to suffer from anxiety than men due to profund fluctuating hormones.” “If you feel really tired and disregarded anemia, you need to check the status of your thyroid antibodies.” “The healthiest foods can be the biggest irritants to certain bodies and, remember that you can develop an intolerance to any food in any stage in your life.”   Get in touch with Julie Sign up to Julie's 3-Day warm cleanse: https://www.juliedaniluk.com/affiliate_users/sign_up   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

This New Year’s episode is a special one that aims to help you pinpoint your goals and intentions for 2019 the right way. Grab your pen and paper, and prepare a “Soul soothing” drink (find the recipe below) to really synch-in with what this episode is about.   New year’s resolutions bring great expectations that usually don't last long and leave us with a feeling of failure, coming hand in hand with procrastination. We make it too complicated!   Find your balance: you can make your own choices. Even though we will encounter many situations that we cannot change, we can always decide how we react to them, and what perspective we use to interpret what life throws in front of us. We have choices today, pick the ones that will serve you and your purpose.   How do you decide your intentions for 2019? - Find the motivations behind your goals. - Identify how you want to feel. - Find how you can keep your energy focused on achieving these purposes. - Ask yourself: Are these goals yours, or they are someone else's? - Do not limit your dreams, anything is possible, but it is important to be honest with yourself. Mindset First Get in touch everyday with your motivation. Send love messages to yourself, reminding yourself what matters to you. Ask yourself who is getting into your mind and how their energy affecting your mindset. Nutrition Nutrition is the foundation for everything, it is even more important than exercise. A healthy nutrition is the key to healing, repairing and truly seeing the results of your training.  Sleep Sleep is where all the healing takes place. Getting proper sleep is enough to start losing weight, most of the time. Supplements I suggest my “Foundational Five” which is a whole food complex (Juice Plus is the one Jenn’s family uses), Vitamin D, probiotics, magnesium and omega 3. Also you can add a methylated B complex and collagen. Organizing and decluttering Your space needs to be organized if you want to be able to focus. Clear out your home, free out space! Your calendar needs to have clarity and simplicity too, Jenn uses Google calendar for all the family and personal activities, separating different activities with different colors.  Finances This can be one of the biggest areas of stress. Use a spreadsheet, including all the income and all your expenses. Call everyone of your providers (internet, cable, insurance, online subscriptions) find out what you are not using, what can you delete or not renew, and you will free up lots of money. Clearing up your finances has more impact in your health than you think it has, once you know where your money is going you will be able to choose wisely and consciously where to spend it.  Relationships Work on your connections with your family and friends, reach out to your community, break isolation. Schedule time with your family, your children and your spouse, you all need quality time.  Reencounter Your Joy Point Ask yourself what do you love to do and when was the last time you did it. Find that joy point and spend good time on it. Regardless your situation, you have the opportunity to make 2019 the year you decide. Create your own vibrant, individual simplicity project, funnel your energy into your intentions. Happy new year!  Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do!    Cacao Elixir drink recipe: ● 1 tablespoon of Dandy Blend ● 1 tablespoon of cacao or cocoa powder ● 1 teaspoon of Ceylon Cinnamon  ● 1 tablespoon of coconut oil, MCT oil powder or nut butter ● 1 to 2 scoops of collagen ● ¼ cup of non dairy milk ● 1 cup and ½ of hot water Put all these rich ingredients into your blender; you can top it with a little bit of cinnamon, cacao, shredded coconut or nutmeg. For a live experience with Jenn: Please contact Nature's Emporium Newmarket directly via info@naturesemporium.com or 905-898-1844 to register for the LIVE Simplicity Project course that begins January 23rd. Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more please email me at hello@jennpike.com. The next round of The Hormone Project begins January 21st.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes: “Nutrition is everything, you can't sweat out the poor quality food you have put into your body.” “Sleep is the motherland for all healing to happen, specially for your hormones.” “Lose pounds of inflammation in a couple of weeks just by focusing on getting proper sleep.” “Be very careful of what you put in your headspace before going to bed, your nervous system cannot separate between true stress and imagined stress.” “A collagen supplement is very good for your joints, bones, tendons, ligaments, hair, nails, skin and gut health.” “When you are really clear and honest about where you stand financially, that is when you can start make changes in your finances.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Dr. Carrie Jones is a naturopathic doctor and a medical director for Precision Analytical, which is the company that handles all the dutch hormone testing that is run for women in the hormone project and through my practice.   Listen to this episode to unwrap knowledge about the work of hormones in your body, stress connection, estrogen and androgen dominance and the impact on your thyroid. Take your time to absorb and digest this information, and if a lot of what is said today resonates with you, you should take a look at the Hormone Project starting in January.     Why are hormones so critical to our overall health? Hormones are made in glands, they basically give the message to other glands in your body to do or not to do something, so when there is a overproduction or, on the contrary, not enough hormones, the symptoms start to show. It’s all about balance because hormones are literally the chemical messengers that tell your body what to do and help you feel better. There needs to be an appropriate amount of messages and they need to be received by the right gland!   “My test results are fine… but I don't feel well.” Usually lab test cover the basic aspects of your health, they go over functions and signals just to make sure you are not going to die. Short doctor’s consultations don't help either! But you can ask for more, go deeper than a simple blood test! Ask for other lab tests and sometimes you even have to consider changing doctors.    How DUTCH Panel testing helps to describe what is going on in our bodies? It is an easy to collect urine test where you get all the traditional hormone results, but also all the pathways that these hormones are travelling (which blood, saliva or stool lab tests don’t show).    The Estrogen Path Your body makes estrogen and when this production is over, the estrogen needs to be broken down and excreted. In the first stage of this transit, estrogen can be directed through one of three differents paths called:  2, 4 and 16. Number 2 is the healthy path, 4 can potentially increase your risk for cancer and 16 is called prolific. In the second stage your body has to neutralize the estrogen, this phase is called the detox stage. These two phases need to be addressed differently.   Estrogen Dominance  As a woman, your estrogen rises right before ovulation, and then it goes down for later rising back up again before the following ovulation. The second time it goes up, your progesterone needs to be high and healthy. But if you have low progesterone production, your estrogen will be unattended and run wild, which translates into heavy periods, tender breasts, mood changes...and it is called estrogen dominance (since progesterone is not enough).    Sleep, Sleep, Sleep During REM sleep you dream and during deep sleep your body heals! Cortisol goes down, you lose weight, men produce more testosterone. Just sleeping makes you healthier! Androgen Dominance You can either make an excess of testosterone that stimulates androgen receptors, causing symptoms such as greasy skin, cystic acne, chin hair...or you can be making normal amounts of testosterone but going in an androgenic pathway, creating imbalance. To restore your hormonal balance, start by slowing down, insulin has to be kept low, lift weight, check your diet, have the right supplements, include more Zinc in your diet. Check your Thyroid Are you converting T4 to T3 well? Your TSH might look ok if your pituitary is fine, but you can have a thyroid problem, running a TSH, T3 and T4. T3 can be deactivated to reverse T3 (RT3). You have to investigate the whole pathway, dig deeper, ask the right questions!   I encourage you to invest your time and make the right choices to heal your hormones and restore their balance, hoping that this information has contributed to get you closer to your health goals. Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do!    For a live experience with Jenn: Please contact Nature's Emporium Newmarket directly via info@naturesemporium.com or 905-898-1844 to register for the LIVE Simplicity Project course that begins January 23rd.   Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more please email me at hello@jennpike.com. The next round of The Hormone Project begins January 21st.   More About  with Carrie Dr. Carrie Jones is an internationally recognized speaker, consultant, and educator on the topic of women's health and hormones. She graduated from the National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM), School of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Oregon where she also completed her 2-year residency in women's health, hormones and endocrinology. Later she graduated from Grand Canyon University's Master of Public Health program with a goal of doing more international education. She was adjunct faculty for many years teaching gynecology and advanced endocrinology/fertility and has been the Medical Director for 2 large integrative clinics in Portland. She is the Medical Director for Precision Analytical Inc. creators of the DUTCH hormone test.   DUTCH test Dr. Carrie Jones on Instagram Dr. Carrie Jones on Facebook   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube   Quotes: “What we are excreding is so powerful, it has a message about what is happening to our body.” “DUTCH tests help you find the answers to the symptoms that otherwise in your blood test might come out as normal.” “When sleeping habits are messed up, it is going to affect your reproductive rhythm.” “There are so many systems in our bodies that depend on a proper amount of rest.” “REM sleep if when you dream and deep sleep is when you heal.” “Stop eating the food that causes an inflammatory response to your body.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

This is the second part of two episodes where we’ll take a deep dive into your thyroid health. In episode 12 I talked about all about your adrenal health and how its function has a direct effect on your thyroid.   Tune into this episode (which is part two) to discover what your thyroid gland actually is, what it does, and where it's located. We will also dive into the signs and symptoms of an under or overactive thyroid, and how different diets (specifically the keto diet) can impact your thyroid.   Your thyroid is a butterfly shaped gland located in your neck, and it’s intimately connected to the function of every single organ in your body. Here is what happens when it starts to malfunction...   Hyperthyroidism  Is an overproduction of thyroid hormones, and these are some signs you can see in your body: ● Can’t maintain body weight ● Hair loss ● Sweat increase ● Anxiety and overactivity ● Skin issues (dryness, redness, eczema) ● Inconsistent bowel movements Hypothyroidism Sluggish thyroid. It does not produce enough T4 and has an issue converting it to the active form of the hormone (the one your body can actually use).  ● Hair loss ● Exhaustion ● Weight gain without diet changes ● Thinning of body hair ● Constipation ● Low body temperature ● Depression ● Dry skin Hashimoto’s Is an autoimmune disease affecting the thyroid gland wherein your body produces antibodies that attack your healthy thyroid gland production. Thyroid medication is generally ineffective. Your symptoms may oscillate between symptoms of being hyper or hypo active.  There are many natural ways to approach a compromised thyroid before you jump into medication. - Treating inflammation is critical, it can come from many sources such as food sensitivities (gluten, dairy, stimulants), gut infections, long term stress, and poor sleep. - Blood work you should have: measure TSH, T4, and reverse T3. - Ask yourself: Am I getting the minerals and vitamins that my body needs? - Try to stress less! - Balance your estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and blood sugar. - Consume more whole foods. - Quality supplements. - Detoxing. - Listen to your body. Keto for thyroid The keto diet started out as a very short therapeutic diet with very specific objectives but has recently become used for weight loss. This kind of diet is definitely not a “one size fits all” kind of approach. Ketogenic diets place emphasis on low carbs and protein, and high amount of fats. Women who have come into my practice after having done keto diets all had deregulated their metabolic system and taken away their metabolic flexibility. These women became hypersensitive, making their bodies more prompt to gain weight as well as other negative effects on their general health. Blood work You should get TSH, T3 and T4. Create a case for yourself (Listen to the show to find the normal levels). Ask yourself what is your ultimate goal? I am here to help you achieve it! Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do! For a live experience with Jenn: Please contact Nature's Emporium Newmarket directly via info@naturesemporium.com or 905-898-1844 to register for the LIVE Simplicity Project course that begins January 23rd. Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more please email me at hello@jennpike.com. The next round of The Hormone Project begins January 21st.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes: “Our thyroid is our internal thermostat and barometer.” “90 to 95% of all hypothyroid patients actually suffer from Hashimoto's.” “Healing and curing are not synonyms, healing is getting to a place where you can have your activities and daily life normalized, feeling and functioning better.” “Inflammation is a hormonal deal breaker.” “It is not just about becoming gluten-free, eating those marketing products, but consuming the foods that never had gluten in them.” “Being on a birth control pill or having antidepressants can cause estrogen dominance in your body.” “You can stress yourself into thyroidism.” “Your thyroid is a symptom not the root cause.” “Your body loves to feel safe, consistency and homeostasis.” “The numbers for a great diet: 40% fats, 30% carbs, and 30% protein.” “Sleep is the number one predictor of your success losing weight.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Today I will start a series of two episodes were I will talk about thyroid and adrenal health. This topic will be split into two, so you can really understand the content and go over it as much as needed.   Unfortunately, the signs the adrenals give us are usually dismissed, we tend to think it is “normal” since we have always felt this way. These symptoms can be: ● Low energy. ● Exhaustion (mental and emotional). ● Low or unstable mood. ● You need stimulants to get through the day.  ● Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis. ● No sex drive. ● PMS increases. ● Brain fog, memory problems, dizziness. ● Irritable mood. The term “Adrenal Fatigue” refers to a miscommunication and dysfunction happening  in your HPA axis and so it does communicate efficiently with the rest of your body.  Adrenals work together with the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland to regulate your response to stress and are deeply connected to other systems in your body, influencing your ovulation, energy, mood, motivation, metabolism and immune system. When adrenals are exhausted metabolic chaos begins, this is not just about weight loss but your health in general. How do you test your adrenals?  ● Your doctor can take your blood pressure when you are laying down and sitting up then compare the results.  ● Cortisol measurement test. ● Measuring Insulin. ● HPA1C ● Full thyroid panel if possible. ● TSH, Free T4 and Free T3 ● DHES ● IG levels. ● Progesterone levels. ● Gluten antibodies. ● Dutch hormone test. How do you begin to heal Adrenal fatigue? ● Lifestyle (drink water, take supplements, sleep longer, reduce or avoid coffee, exercise). ● Stabilize your blood sugar, eat whole food! ● Supplementation. ● Herbs to help balance your adrenals. ● Sleep, sleep, sleep. ● Joy! ● Move your body. How long this recovery takes? If the fatigue is mild, in 6 to 12 months you can feel like you are back on your feet. If your fatigue is moderate, you will probably need one year and if your fatigue is intense, it will take around 18 months. This did not happen overnight it can´t be fixed overnight, be patient and compassionate with your body. Next week’s episode is going to be about thyroid function.  Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do! For a live experience with Jenn: Please contact Nature's Emporium Newmarket directly via info@naturesemporium.com or 905-898-1844 to register for the LIVE Simplicity Project course that begins January 23rd. Online working with Jenn: To register for my signature program The Hormone Project and work with me 1:1 to support your health, hormones and more please email me at hello@jennpike.com. The next round of The Hormone Project begins January 21st    Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes: “Most typically when  a problem begins in the thyroid, the issue was arising in the rest of your body, your gut inflammation and in your adrenals for years before hand.” “Stop masking your symptoms, get to the root of the problem.” “In a woman, the sex drive happens within your brain.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

I prepared this mini-episode filled with strategies and tips to help you in this time of the year where it is easy to feel overwhelmed with meals, shopping, and tight schedules. Even though these weeks are full of joy, parties and gatherings it still feels like a lot! It is also a great time to reset, not yourself, but lifestyle changes that can help you be more grounded and in touch with yourself, focusing on what you want to be doing.   Here are my 12 top strategies: 1. Sleep is a priority. 2. Create a gratitude moment first thing in the morning. 3. Have a glass of water when you wake up. 4. Eat within one hour of waking up. 5. Take good quality supplements. 6. Exercise according to your day. 7. Say “no” and don't feel bad about it. 8. Say “yes” to yourself and your self care. 9. Regroup at mid-day, check in with yourself. 10. Schedule self care! 11. Read when you can. 12. Go to bed with gratitude and let go of what does not serve you. Like the 12 days for Christmas, these are my twelve simplicity tips for self care, simple and actionable choices to take care of yourself starting today! Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do! Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes: “Your healing happens when you are sleeping.” “Your lymphatic system only activates when you are sleeping.” “From 10 pm to 2 am are the most restorative hours for your adrenals who are the ones helping you deal with stress.” “Say NO and don't feel bad about it.” “In these times most people believe that because you have a cell phone that is next to you, you have to be responding to every message at any time. Say No and give yourself the time you need to do what you enjoy undisturbed.” “Let go of what is not under your control.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

There is a common belief that the perfect meal plan is going to bring all the changes that we need in our lives, unfortunately I have to tell you it does not work this way, it is not the golden nugget! The key is to educate yourself about what healthy actually is, and be able to identify in different scenarios what are your best options for your meals. This way you can flow in your daily life without stress, trusting that you will choose the healthiest food, no matter where you are.   Best tips from this amazing episode: ● Sit down with your personal calendar. ● Get ready before hand for the busiest nights. ● Use everything you have first before you purchase more. ● Don´t go grocery shopping when you are hungry. ● Save energy and buy online if grocery shopping is not for you! ● Start eating from a salad sized plates. ● Time saving: Serve dinner and lunch for the next day at the same time. ● Picky eaters at home: let everyone pick their favorite meal once a week. ● Lead by example, take care of yourself!. ● Have a financial spreadsheet to keep track of your expenses. ● Invest in your health now! Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do! Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube Quotes: “There is no good food or bad food, instead ask yourself: Is this nourishing me? How do I feel when I eat this? Am I enjoying this?” “Your meal doesn´t have to look pinterest worthy to be a great meal, is it healthy? is everyone eating? That is a perfect meal!” “Do a good inventory before going to buy more groceries.” “Don’t go grocery shopping when you are hungry.” “You can't force your family to want to eat any better than they are but what you can do is lead by example.” “Choose your health even when you are overwhelmed and tired.” “You will have a healthy body weight when your body is healthy.”  “Without our healths and bodies we have nothing, you need to invest in yourself now.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

Rachel Molenda is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist and Emotional Eating Coach, who helps women heal their relationship with food and their body by breaking free from dieting, rigid rules and discovering the power of intuitive eating and eating #RealAssFood.   Rachel shares her personal struggle with food that started at 8th grade and evolved as an eating disorder. Rachel was very critical with her body, binging and going in and out of diets; this lasted for 10 years of suffering, until she started a positive connection with food, recovered the pleasure of eating and connected with exercise and movement.   Rachel believes that the first thing needed is to heal the emotional relationship with food, overcoming this emotional eating is the priority, but how to start? Rachel proposes a series of first steps: 1. Bring awareness to what is happening with your eating habits. 2. Ask yourself: What are your triggers? 3. How dieting has or hasn't served you? To start healing the connection with your food -- intuitive eating is a must. Intuitive eating is listening and honoring the needs of your body, including all foods: All Foods, yes! Rachel explains the importance of overcoming the fear for certain foods and shifting the focus to how you feel when you are eating them and breaking, this way, the dieting cycle. On Rachel’s personal path, exercising and moving were the following steps into connecting with how her body was feeling and by listening to those signs she realized she needed a change, and honored her body by slowing down and acquiring a different exercise routine. Contact Rachel for an emotional eating consultation and put and end to dieting, instead heal your relationship with food and rediscover trusting in your body. Wishing you more simplicity and ease in all that you do! Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube How to connect with Rachel Rachel on Instagram Rachel on Facebook Rachel on Twitter Rachel on Pinterest Rachel’s website Quotes: “Meal plans often complicates things more, it feels like another thing that can´t be achieved successfully” “At some point we started using food either as a punishment or as a reward.” “Emotional eating is a coping mechanism, we turn to food because we know is going to give us a faster relief.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children. 

Samantha Gladish, RHN is a Nutritionist and Holistic Life Coach, she dedicates her time to help women achieve more powerful, holistic, purpose driven lives.   When Samantha started to feel different, she paid attention to the signs her body was giving her and started to explore her health more deeply. She was finally diagnosed with an autoimmune disease called Hashimoto. She decided to do something about it, teamed up with Marnie Wasserman and created a four week Foundational Healing and Dealing with Hashimoto Program.   In this episode, Samantha shares how everything started, the symptoms she first felt as well as her life experiences since birth that created the conditions for an autoimmune disease. Sam explains which lab tests to get and how to read the results. Most specially Sam explains how to implement the changes in your life, as well as diet and supplements that will help you gain your health back.   Signs of Hashimoto and predispositions: - Trouble using hands and joints - Autoimmune genetic disposition in the family - Antibiotic use - Birth Control use - Sleep Disturbance - Brain Fog - Headaches.   Getting tested and diagnosed: Ask for a full thyroid panel. 6 tests to have: TSH, Free T4, Free T3, Reverse T3, Anti TPO and Anti TG. (roughly $200 cost).   Once you have being diagnosed: Start eating a clean, organic diet. Avoid gluten and dairy. Basically slow down by creating healthy boundaries. Have healthy sleeping habits.   How should you use your body: Slow down in order to speed up! Start walking and do yoga. Get slowly back into weight training.    Key supplements to support you: Quality fish oil as an anti inflammatory, Magnesium, Probiotics, Selenium, Zinc, Sea Salt.    When we know more and understand, we can start making better decisions for ourselves. Join Sam and Marnie on the 4 week program that will help you make the changes in your life needed to deal with autoimmunity so you can find the balance and health you have being missing.  Wishing you simplicity and ease in all that you do!   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube   Products and  Interesting Sites Here is your link to register for the Healing and Dealing with Hashi's program - https://holisticwellness.samcart.com/referral/4rUv9023/AUz9sCE2RGjTJnr6 ENTER coupon code - simplicity to save 30% off the program    How to connect with Sam Follow Sam on Facebook.   Follow Sam on Instagram or @holisticwellnessfoodie   Sam’s Website    Quotes: “Antibiotics damages the microbiome and kill all the good bacteria.” “Don't ignore the signs and symptoms of your body, you know your body better than anyone.” “Ultimately the best medicine for Hashimoto’s is to really slow down.” “Gluten and dairy are very inflammatory, specially when suffering for Hashimoto’s.” “Our gut is like the second brain in our body.” “Choices are often much more harder than a transaction.” “If you have high functioning adrenals you have a low functioning thyroid.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children. 

Today episode includes our first guest, which is also one of my best friends, Dr. Laura Foster. Dr. Laura has been an inspired Chiropractor for over 20 years and along the way she has coached and led retreats, workshops and group gatherings that have allowed her to tap into her gift of helping others find their truth and greatest sense of self.  During this episode Dr. Laura engages into a thoughtful conversation about retreats. The experience of going away and encountering yourself, getting in touch with your health and shifting perspectives. The special aspect of a retreat is that everything is taken care of, leaving time for your personal growth.    From being a participant to becoming a leader… This process happened gradually for Dr. Laura, she went from hosting a couple hour workshop to a 7 days retreat. She trusted in her capabilities and in her knowledge, faced her fears and doubts, and kept doing wonderful retreats where people have a chance to grow and find themselves.   What's unique about Dr. Laura’s retreats? Dr. Laura offers retreats and an opportunity to BE more than you can DO, the location is beautiful. A place that really nourishes who you are, where your level of yoga will be met by the Yogi Instructors and you will be connected to your soul spark. This retreat is a journey within yourself and a permission to let go the things that are not serving you.    You can create this in your everyday life Create time and space in each day. For Dr. Laura this space is created by getting up earlier, connecting to your purpose and asking yourself the right questions about how you want to feel. This shouldn't be a job. Say “Yes” to yourself more often than you say “No”. Put yourself first.   If you think you don't deserve it, but you know you need it... Listen to the first voice that comes to your mind when you are asking the question. Listen to the Yes, that is your soul voice, the other judgements and preoccupations are secondary, this second one is your mind talking.    The ultimate goal For people to walk away from the retreat with a greater sense and appreciation of who they truly are.   Get in touch with Dr. Laura Foster and participate in her awesome retreats in Costa Rica and in the Rocky mountains.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube   Products and  Interesting Sites Environmental Working Group Take care of your liver: Saint Francis Liver Hepato DR Juice Plus   Quotes: “Be more than you can do.” “Start your day with your intention.” “It is not either/or, you are really wonderful at teaching people they can coexist and that your self care and your self love is actually part of how you give back to caring for and loving the other people in your life.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children. 

This episode is all about estrogen dominance, its definition, the different symptoms it causes and how it works. I will offer some guidelines about how you can clear and detoxify to move out the excess estrogen in your body.   Don’t get me wrong, estrogen is a wonderful hormone, the excess of it is the problem and nowadays there is a lot of extra estrogen entering to our bodies from the environment, the products we use and consume, like certain foods, water, plastics, pesticides, beauty products...   Listen to this episode and check in with yourself, does this apply to you? Here are the symptoms that show an excess of estrogen.    Some of the symptoms of Estrogen Dominance: ● Heavy painful periods ● Inflammation ● Bloating ● Swelling breasts ● Chronic headaches ● Fibroid cysts ● Mood Swings ● PMS ● Hair and skin changes ● Gallbladder stones ● Varicose veins ● Cervical dysplasia  ● Endometriosis ● Responsible of many cancers What to do now? - Make sure your filter organs are working well, especially your liver. - Get a healthy bacteria culture. - Boost your fiber intake. - Go organic! (and if you can, avoid dairy!) - Chose great supplements. Get the foundational five! (Vitamin D, Omega 3, magnesium, whole food complex and probiotics, Vitamin B) - Be aware of what you consume. - Manage your stress. - Sleep better.     It is possible and there is nothing better than recovering your optimal health. I wish you more simplicity and ease in your life! Tune in for the next episodes where we will dive deep into interesting topics along with awesome guests. Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Simplicity TV on Youtube Products and  Interesting Sites Environmental Working Group Take care of your liver: Saint Francis Liver Hepato DR Juice Plus Quotes: “Estrogen balance is essential for achieving and maintaining a healthy body weight, for proper brain cognition, for sex drive, for health and function of so many other hormones.” “Too much of a good thing becomes not so good.” “PMS is a huge indicator of inflammation.” “Many dairy products contain hormone additives.” “Sleep deprivation inhibits melatonin production.”  Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children. 

This episode is about the history of a woman’s body. The webinar that I am sharing is about hormones and birth control awareness. Lots of women have asked me different questions and this is the way I found to reach you all in one space, this conversation among women is for us to break the barriers that are making us feel alone and ashamed. Many different symptoms begin after stopping birth control pills, physical, hormonal and emotional. Many women don’t even know how their bodies work normally since they have been on the pill even before they got normal cycles. Puberty can take from 2 to 12 years from a woman’s body to fully develop. When you got your first menstrual cycle, you just started, that is why taking the pill at this time is very nocive to your body, synthetic hormones are nothing like yours. No matter what the reason why a doctor recommends a pill, it is only masking the symptoms, not really balancing or helping you out.  Listen to my personal story, I started the pill at 15 years old and lasted 7 years on birth control, a roller coaster of symptoms and mood changes happened to me and I just didn’t know (neither my doctor told me) how critical was this for my future hormone health. When I was 22 I started my journey to health and stopped the pill. The changes were unbelievable and this inspired me to be here addressing this topic with you.  All your menstrual cycle problems are symptoms, most women on the pill are taking them to treat these symptoms and they end up missing these powerful messages from their bodies.  In this episode I will explore these topics and more!   ● Have you heard about estrogen dominance?  ● Do you know that endometriosis is fed by an excess of estrogen?  ● How do you get rid of the extra estrogen?  ● Importance of bowel movements everyday.  ● How to take care of your liver. ● Did you know that the pill makes you three times more likely to have leaky gut syndrome? ● How thyroids affect everything in your body, weight, sex drive, autoimmunity, gut health...you name it! ● What others anticonceptive tools can I use? How to track your cycle and understand your rhythm. What should you do now? Start from the inside, following the 7 Pillars of Hormonal Health: 1. Optimize Digestion and Elimination. 2. Improving the nutrients you are putting into your body. (Which? Listen to this show!) 3. Stabilizing your blood sugar. 4. Establishing your personal hormonal balance. 5. Supporting the liver and the kidneys 6. Addressing your adrenal care. 7. Metabolic repair. There is no general recipe, you need to find your personal compass to help you find what works for you. You will learn guidelines and a way to educate yourself about your body, your health and finding the best version of yourself.  Get comfortable, take notes, you won’t find quick fixes here, be patient and get ready to grant yourself the time to heal. Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Get your free Syncing Guide! Products and  Interesting Sites Environmental Working Group Dutch Test  Take care of your liver: Saint Francis Liver Hepato DR Juice Plus Books you should check out Taking charge of your fertility, Toni Weschler. WomanCode: Perfect Your Cycle, Amplify Your Fertility, Supercharge Your Sex Drive, and Become a Power Source, Alisa Vitti The Period Repair Manual, Lara Briden Ditch the Pill, Jolene Brighten Quotes: “The pill shuts down your pituitary gland so you don’t ovulate.” “It is a lie that you can be on the pill for your entire life while you have a menstrual cycle.” “The period you get when you are taking the pill is not a real period, just bleeding from chemical withdrawal.” “If your goal is to have optimal hormonal health you need to be more patient with your body, you have to start to let those natural rhythms to get back into place.” “The period you get this month is a cumulative effect from the last couple of months.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children. 

Today I am sharing one of my Instagram posts about the topic of Hormonal Acne since it got such an amazing response from my audience. This episode is all about treating and healing skin when it sends us signs that something is wrong. Here is my personal story, I battled for over 8 years with acne, now I have clear skin, but believe me it wasn't always like this. I started dealing with very bad acne during my second pregnancy. It was a baby boy, and I started thinking that my boy’s testosterone might be affecting my skin, and also found that the males in my family had suffered from terrible acne. I tried everything! And nothing worked. Researching in my own life, I realized that taking birth control pills for many years and using a prescription cream for 9 years twice a day had kept the acne under control but when I stopped them, the acne came out. It was always there, but I did not notice it until years later.  I was talking with a friend who has treated anxiety with Chinese medicine and I realized that I haven't been paying attention to my liver! The heat in my liver was causing this waking. I started acupuncture, along with liver and kidney tonics, and I started to notice the difference in my skin! Detoxing too fast did not help, time was needed for me to heal. It took a full year to see the real change. Today, I know my skin is my GPS, it tells me when I am getting off road. Find the right questions you need to ask yourself below, as well as the steps to follow to heal your skin starting from within!   Ask Yourself ● What is going on in your liver? ● What is happening with your hormones? Get the right tests. ● Are you detoxing? Are you eliminating? ● What is your B12 like? Vitamin D? ● How is your thyroid doing? ● Where do you break out? ● What is going on in your gut? Do you have any digestive imbalances? ● Which products are you using? ● Are you eating real whole foods? ● How much water are you drinking? ● Are you under stress? ● Pollution! Check your house for hormone disruptors. ● Do you have issues with your period? ● Do you struggle with extra body hair?   Steps 1. Clean the crap out and bring the good stuff in! Listen to this episode to know which products and foods you need to avoid and which to include. (This is the hardest step, but the most crucial one.) 2. Have the right supplements: Probiotics, Omega 3, Magnesium, Whole food complex and Vitamin D.  Also a B Complex and liver support. 3. Check your gut, liver, adrenals and thyroid. 4. Sync your cycle. Get your free Syncing Guide! 5. Look at the imbalances. 6. Slow down! Sleep. 7. Skin care regime (Listen and find night and morning regimes just for you!)   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Environmental Working Group Dutch Test   Quotes: “Your skin is the mirror that tells you what is wrong in your body.” “You do not know what someone’s struggles are and you have no permission to pass down judgement on others, I feel you, I hear you, I know the pain.” “Stop taking birth control for your acne, it will be ten times worse later on.” “We women tend to suffer in silence, we don’t talk about the struggles that we are feeling, we don’t talk about what is going on in our bodies, we think it is just what we get for being women.” “Your cells only repair when you are sleeping.”   Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium and Juice Plus. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.  

The root of who you are is in your digestive system, your gut, your microbiome. If you want to understand your health you need to start with your gut, by asking the right questions, and listening to the messages your body is giving you. The entire digestive system works like an orchestra, to break down the food that we consume and to absorb the nutrients in it and remove the waste out of the system. If any part of the digestive system is not working right , another part will have to take care of this function. What are the signs that your gut is giving when it’s not working properly? Gas, burping, bloating, indigestion, pain, discomfort on the left and right, lower intestinal pain, reflux, acidity, exhaustion, headache, anxiety, hyperactivity, constipation, diarrhea… this is not ok! How did this happen? The over sanitizing of our lives, processed food, chemicals and preservatives, GMOs, medications, stress, too much alcohol, coffee, food sensitivities…your digestive system can even be irritated by your personal care products!  Fast tip: These are the foundational supplements that all humans need: Vitamin D, Omega 3 fatty acids, Magnesium, Whole Food Complex, and Probiotics. What about leaky gut? In this episode I explain to you in detail how it starts, which are the biggest signs of a leaky gut and how it progresses until your immune system gets exhausted. A leaky gut can also be the origin of autoimmune illnesses. Learn to identify how your bowel movements are talking about your gut health. Check for these four areas for your own personal symptomatology: How is your: Mood, Poop, Sleep and Skin (Just as you would with a baby!). So, what do you do now??!! First: remove what is irritating your system, second choose your food wisely, third: Repair the damage, take supplements, spices and add nutrients, and fourth: Rebuild. It is not going to be easy, we have to be strong and start small, one step at the time.  You can start today! Get in touch with your body and start healing!   Start today    ● Increase your water intake. ● Add a green smoothie along with fat and collagen. ● Switch your coffee for herbal tea in the mornings. ● Add good quality probiotic or kefir. ● Eat healthy fats. ● Move your body! Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more! Environmental Working Group Quotes: “90% of you is made out of organisms and bacteria and 10% of human DNA.” “Regardless who you are, these are the foundational supplements that all humans need: Vitamin D, Omega 3, Magnesium, Whole Food Complex, and Probiotics.” “You can have a bowel movement everyday and still be constipated.” Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Juice Matters, Juice Plus and Pascoe. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

I am often asked: why simplicity? I think we end up teaching what we ourselves need the most! I was driving myself crazy with a nonstop schedule for many years, more exactly until I became a mother. You realize at that point, that your schedule is not your own anymore, and neither is your time.   The guilt came, and I just felt like running away! How can I shift this? Simplicity was the answer. Nothing happened immediately, but I started to resent anything that didn't follow this line of simplicity. I started to learn how to say No. I started to stay local and home. Going back home with my family was a tough decision, but the best I have ever made.   Ease and simplicity came hand in hand, it became my mantra.   Over the years I accomplished my goal to create this beautiful community, a tribe, a family.    I had to give myself a rest, at first I became isolated, but did my best work when I was well rested. That is how the online course came to life! The book, the projects all followed, they flowed and I enjoyed the journey!   You will discover your potential by slowing down, allowing yourself some healing, the process is uncomfortable, but you will thank it!   The simplicity sessions podcast mission is to provide you with a safe place to land each week, to listen and take time for yourself, in a vulnerable and genuine way,  to help you connect with other inspiring guest to enhance your health, business, relationships, body, mind, heart and soul!   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project  The Simplicity Project Shop for books, DVDs, programs and much more!   Quotes: “Simplicity and ease”  “To discover your true potential, slow down and heal.”    Additional Information About Jenn: Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Juice Matters, Juice Plus and Pascoe. Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.

I am a passion led holistic living Mama on a Mission to help other women create the health, body and life they dream of. I have been working in the health and wellness industry for the last 21 years specializing in exercise physiology, holistic nutrition, women's health and hormones. I am the best-selling author or The Simplicity Project, The Simplicity Kitchen and host of Simplicity TV on Youtube.   I also lead hundreds of women through two game-changing courses that I teach online each year; my 6-week foundational course The Simplicity Project and Revolutionary 10-week course The Hormone Project. To find out more about both please visit www.jennpike.com or where you can catch me on tour next.   I am committed to making The Simplicity Sessions into a learning space for women who are eager to expand and achieve a deeper knowledge of their own bodies, minds and emotions, while expanding their businesses and growing their finances, all while caring for and enjoying the various significant relationships women have. But, most of all, looking for simplifying and easing everyday life, so this journey is an enjoyable one!     All you need to know about THE SIMPLICITY SESSIONS: Listen to fabulous health experts. Get to know more about Health and Hormones. Explore your mindset and relationships. Expand your knowledge on entrepreneurship and finances. Get the help you need to bring more simplicity into your life.   Learn more about Jenn’s work: Jenn Pike The Hormone Project The Simplicity Project Shop for books, dvd's, programs and much more!