Just the WHO of us

Pam Sherman is a respected health, fitness, and wellness coach dedicated to helping women over 50 build strength, confidence, and long-term health. As the founder and CEO of The Perfect Balance, she has spent more than two decades coaching women to prioritize their well-being through sustainable fitness, healthy habits, and a positive mindset. Known for her philosophy, "Your health is your greatest wealth," Pam encourages women to ...

WARNING: BRIEF REFERENCE PF OPINION RELATED TO PERSONAL EXPERIENCE ON THE TOPIC OF ABORTION TOWARD THE END OF THE EPISODE (THIS OCCURS DURING MINUTES 30-34 IF YOU PREFER TO SKIP THIS PORTION).

What happens when we stop treating AI as an authority and start using it as a conversation partner?

In this thought-provoking episode, Ingrid and Reah explore their real-world experiences with today's most popular AI tools. They compare the s...

This week, we meet Anfisa who shares how her work as a love, sex, and relationship coach is deeply rooted in her own personal struggles with intimacy, trust, and vulnerability. She describes a recurring pattern in her relationships where she would blame others and leave, only to realize later that the issues stemmed from within herself. Her journey included traveling, self-reflection, working with coaches, plant medicines, and even...

In this episode, we welcome Lyndal Schultz, June's cover of I Am Ready Magazine and founder of Stepping Into Me. Lyndal and Reah discuss Lyndal's professional approach to relationship healing for both individuals and couples as well as briefly touching on her magazine feature.

Lyndal’s Professional Background and Approach

Lyndal brings over 25 years of experience in corporate project rescue, where she specialized in identifyi...

WARNING: BRIEF REFERENCE OF OPINION RELATED TO PERSONAL EXPERIENCE ON THE TOPIC OF ABORTION AND TEENAGE PREGNANCY.

This week, Reah discusses attending a 4th of July celebration where she decided to let go of negative emotions toward a family member rather than carrying resentment. Ingrid advises Reah that she could choose how much to eng...

This week, we meet Graham Hawley. Graham became interested in health and wellness after witnessing his brother and father suffer from type 2 diabetes, which led to severe debilitation. This personal experience motivated him to research health, follow doctors who left conventional medicine, and become a certified health and wellness coach. He initially helped friends and family, then expanded to busy professionals and families, espe...

In today's episode, Reah shares an update about an "I See You" letter she had written and delivered to her son. Reah describes the emotional response she received, noting that her son was initially silent but later expressed gratitude and appreciation through a life-changing experience for both Reah and Noah.

Tina and Reah go on to discuss their personal experiences with trauma and how they transformed those experiences into their ...

The Significance of Aging and Life Transitions

This week, we welcome Dr. Edward Tick to explore the personal and psychological significance of turning 40 and 75, referencing Carl Jung's view that 40 is a pivotal age marking a shift from focusing on the future to reflecting on the past. Dr. Tick and Reah share personal experiences as Reah is writing a memoir about turning 40, noting how her perspective and priorities shifted after t...

Parenting, Family Dynamics, and Community

The discussion covered various aspects of parenting, family relationships, and the changing nature of community. Both speakers reflected on their experiences as mothers and grandmothers, the impact of trauma and abandonment, and the importance of parental responsibility in maintaining relationships. They discussed how childhood experiences, such as parental absence or trauma, influence adul...

This week, we welcome Gabor who shares his Hungarian background and moving to the UK at a young age due to his father's job transfer. He grew up in the UK, attended school and university there, and later moved to Canada for five years before settling in the United States in the mid-90s. Gabor has lived in various parts of California for the past 30 years, except for the last year when he lived in both Northern and Southern Cal...

WARNING: BRIEF REFERENCE TO SEXUAL ASSAULT ATTEMPT AND SEXUAL ASSAULT OF A CHILD. Please skip this episode if this could potentially negatively impact your mental health.

In this week's episode, Ingrid and Reah discuss personal family challenges involving a difficult situations with inappropriate behavior and the resulting family divisio...

In honor of men's health month, we are joined this week by Matthew Melvin.

Lack of Inclusivity in Men's Groups

This week's discussion highlights the lack of inclusivity in most men's groups, with Matt Melvin sharing that he has participated in 15 such groups, all of which were very similar—primarily composed of married men with children. As a single gay man, Matt felt ostracized and unable to share his experiences, especially...

This week, we introduce Shannon Donohoe-Simpson: an amazing survivor who has spent her life learning how to overcome obstacles, persist through struggles, and empower others through her own strength and triumphs.

Overcoming Adversity and Personal Growth

In today's episode Shannon shares deeply personal stories of overcoming significant life challenges, including childhood trauma, breast cancer, divorce, and parenting. Shannon descr...

Dr. Eleanor Haspel-Portner's Background and Early Influences

Dr. Haspel-Portner describes her early experiences with seeing auras and being sensitive to how people treated each other. She grew up as the youngest of five siblings, with significant age gaps, and faced challenges such as a difficult relationship with her brother and the loss of her father at age 15. Her mother was supportive in some ways, advocating for her ...

Transitioning Life Stages and Identity Beyond Parenting

This week's conversation explores the experience of moving from active parenting to a new phase of life as children grow older or leave home. Both women reflect on the challenges and opportunities that come with this shift, such as redefining personal identity beyond roles like parent, spouse, or caretaker. Ingrid shares her own journey after her children were grown, including...

In today's episode we are joined by Dr. Danielle Griffin who shares her personal journey of dealing with stress, grief, and health issues, which led her to discover somatic exercise therapy and hypnotherapy as transformative approaches. Through these practices, she was able to improve her physical and mental well-being, allowing her to better manage her health and set realistic goals. Inspired by her recovery, Danielle expresses he...

This week, we meet Cathy, who runs a worm composting business in Canada, shares her journey from selling worms for indoor composting to discovering laughter yoga in 2012, which she began practicing seriously during the 2020 pandemic. She notes that laughter yoga, which involves laughing as a form of cardiovascular exercise, has significantly changed her life and is now focused on promoting mental health awareness globally.

Cathy an...