Let's Talk Wellness with Shal
A podcast that discusses wellness as a multidimensional concept that involves all facets of life, designed to empower you to lead a wholesome wellness journey. Hosted by Shalini Thyagaraja (Shal), a certified yoga meditation instructor, IIN health coach, Reiki Healer, wellness junkie, and a seasoned tech professional with a vision of leaving this world better than she found it!
This podcast covers topics ranging from mindful living, yoga, meditation, stress management, art as therapy, finding balance - work and wellness, nutrition and much more. Regardless of your current phase in the journey of life, you will find value in the stories and discussions with a focus on integrating diverse approaches to create a harmonious life. I weave stories of my own journey and interview global practitioners to empower each of you with holistic wellness awareness.
Don’t miss out on these insightful discussions. Follow the Let’s Talk Wellness podcast for your regular dose of inspiration and follow me on https://linktr.ee/shalinithyagaraja for more. Your journey to holistic well-being begins here!
Episodes
41 episodes
Mindful Living - The Yoga of Everyday Choices & Nourishment Beyond Food
What if wellness isn’t just about what’s on your plate, but about how you live, breathe, and connect each day?In this episode of Let’s Talk Wellness with Shal, I draw parallels between my teachings as a Yoga instructor and an Integr...
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Episode 41
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13:35
EP40: The Power of Pause – A Guided Gratitude Meditation
🌿 EP40: The Power of Pause – Guided Gratitude MeditationWhat if the peace you’re searching for isn’t somewhere “out there” but already within you—waiting beneath the noise of daily life?In this special solo episode of L...
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Episode 40
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EP39: The Nervous System Knows – How Grief & Trauma Show Up in the Body with Dr. Elisha Cicirelli
What if your chronic symptoms weren’t just physical—but a reflection of unresolved emotions, stored trauma, and a nervous system stuck in survival?In this deeply insightful episode of Let’s Talk Wellness with Shal, I sit down wi...
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Episode 39
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30:54
EP38: Real, Not Rigid – Helping Women Over 30 Redefine Fitness, Food & Self-Trust with Kate Ann
What happens when you stop chasing quick fixes and start trusting your body again?In this empowering episode of Let’s Talk Wellness with Shal, we sit down with Kate Ann, founder of KateAnnFit and the go-to coach for women over 30 who ar...
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Episode 38
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23:16
EP37: Ageless & Fierce Over 60: Healing Through Energy and Spirit with Catherine Grace
🌍✨ Your Voice, Your Story – Join the Wellness Movement! ✨🌿May – June 2025 | Global Wellness Milestones SeriesExcited to share the last conversation in the Mind Space short series honoring Global Wellness Milestones in May and June.<...
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Episode 37
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11:48
EP 36: Living Yoga: A Modern Celebration of an Ancient Path with Shalini Thyagaraja
Released in honor of International Yoga Day, this episode invites you to explore yoga beyond the poses—as a way of living with intention, presence, and inner alignment. I share my own journey of discovering yoga while navigating...
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Episode 36
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EP35: Burnout to Breakthrough: Healing for Parents of Neurodivergent Children with Ellen Smalley
🌍✨ Your Voice, Your Story – Join the Wellness Movement! ✨🌿 May – June 2025 | Global Wellness Milestones SeriesI’m honored to introduce the next short interview in the Mind Space short series celebrating Global W...
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7:20
EP34: From Lyme to Light: Reclaiming Power Through Healing & Energy Work with Jetty
🌍✨ Your Voice, Your Story – Join the Wellness Movement! ✨🌿 May – June 2025 | Global Wellness Milestones SeriesI’m honored to introduce the next short interview in the Mind Space short series celebrating Global We...
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Episode 34
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11:30
EP33: Detoxify to Heal – Radical Resilience Through Nutrition with Corry Lang
🌍✨ Your Voice, Your Story – Join the Wellness Movement! ✨🌿 May – June 2025 | Global Wellness Milestones SeriesI’m honored to introduce our next 5-minute story in the Mind Space short series— 🎙️ “Detoxify ...
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Episode 33
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9:45
EP32: Wellness Short Series: From Grief to Grace: Jen Rigley on Flourishing Over Fifty
🌍✨ Your Voice, Your Story – Join the Wellness Movement! ✨🌿 May – June 2025 | Global Wellness Milestones SeriesI’m honored to introduce our next 5-minute story in the Mind Space short series— 🎙️ “From G...
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Episode 32
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9:51
EP31: Wellness Short Series: The Intersection of Trauma, Healing & Autoimmunity with Elisha Cicirelli
🌍✨ Your Voice, Your Story – Join the Wellness Movement! ✨🌿 May – June 2025 | Global Wellness Milestones SeriesI’m honored to introduce our next 5-minute story in the Mind Space short series— 🎙️ “The Inters...
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Episode 31
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EP30: Wellness Short Series - Healing, Resilience & Self-Love with Abirami Iyer
🌍✨ Your Voice, Your Story – Join the Wellness Movement! ✨🌿May – June 2025 | Global Wellness Milestones SeriesI am excited to share the next 5-minute interview "Healing, Resilience & Self-Love – Abi Iyer’s Journey" as part of the...
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EP29: Wellness Short Series - Breathwork & Healing with Josh Seiler
🌍✨ Your Voice, Your Story – Join the Wellness Movement! ✨🌿May – June 2025 | Global Wellness Milestones SeriesWe’re thrilled to launch our very first 5-minute interview as part of our Mind Space short series celebrating global wellne...
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Episode 29
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EP28: Embracing Neurodiversity and Wellness with Dr. Bell
What does it truly mean to support neurodiverse individuals beyond checklists and quick fixes? In this enlightening episode of Let’s Talk Wellness with Shal, we’re joined by Dr. Bell—Executive Function Coach, Educational Consultant, an...
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Episode 28
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32:10
EP27: Yoga Beyond the Pose: The 8 Limbs of Yoga with Shalini Thyagaraja🧘♀️🌿✨
Most people think yoga is just about perfecting physical poses, but did you know asanas are just ONE part of yoga?Yoga, as outlined by Patanjali in the Yoga Sutras, is an 8-limbed path to a meaningful and balanced life. And the secret t...
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🎧 EP26: The Truth About Fat Loss for Women After 40 with Adrian Mamikonian
🎧 EP26: The Truth About Fat Loss for Women After 40 with Adrian MamikonianAre you struggling with fat loss, energy levels, or navigating perimenopause? Do you feel like traditional weight loss advice just doesn’t work anymore? You’re no...
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Episode 26
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28:07
🎙️ EP25: Breaking Free – Food Freedom, Self-Love & Living Unapologetically with Jetty Nieuwenhuis
"Are you tired of living by society’s expectations, battling food guilt, or feeling like you’re never enough? What if true freedom comes from embracing yourself—flaws, contradictions, and all?"In this empowering episode of Let’s Talk...
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Episode 25
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29:59
🎙️ EP24: Healing from the Root Cause | Hormones, Gut Health & Weight Loss with Nicole Tanner
🎙️ EP24: Healing from the Root Cause | Hormones, Gut Health & Weight Loss with Nicole Tanner 🌿✨"Are you tired of struggling with unexplained symptoms, weight gain, or hormonal imbalances? What if the key to healing isn’t just ...
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Episode 24
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28:25
EP23: Breaking the Burnout Cycle: How Women of Color Can Thrive with Shani Gardner
🎙️ EP23: Breaking the Burnout Cycle: How Women of Color Can Thrive 🌟 "How can women of color overcome burnout, navigate racial trauma, and thrive personally and professionally? What does it take to shift from survival mode to...
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Episode 23
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28:44
🎙️ EP22: A Journey into Holistic Wellness for Mothers with Vickie Victorenko🌿
Holistic Wellness for Mothers: Mental Health, Balance & Self-Care with Vickie Victorenko 🌿✨ "How can moms overcome burnout, prioritize self-care, and navigate the challenges of motherhood? What does holistic wellness look...
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Episode 22
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25:45
EP21: Breaking Barriers in Sports: Athlete Mental Health & Inclusivity with Tara Wells
🏅 *How can athletes overcome mental health challenges and navigate systemic barriers?* Licensed sport social worker Tara Wells joins us to share her expertise in supporting athletes through a trauma-informed, mindfulness-based approach...
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Episode 21
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25:02
EP20: Understanding Trauma and the Path to Healing
In this episode, I’m excited to welcome Thomas Banta, a Clinical Mental Health Counselor, private practice owner, and trauma specialist. Thomas’s mission is to help individuals regain their quality of life after experiencing traumatic events, o...
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Episode 20
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23:23
EP19: Empowering Women to Heal, Thrive, and Lead with Erica Whalen
Episode 19: Empowering Women to Heal, Thrive, and LeadIn this episode, I’m honored to host Erica Whalen, a certified Life Purpose Coach, passionate mental health advocate, and survivor of childhood trauma. Erica is my third international gu...
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Episode 19
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26:53
EP18: Healing Beyond Cancer: A Journey to Balance, Wellness, and Purpose with Fernando Doria
Episode 18: Healing Beyond Cancer: A Journey to Balance, Wellness, and PurposeIn this episode, I had an incredible conversation with Fernanda Doria, my second international guest speaker from a place very close to my heart—Dubai, ...
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Episode 18
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27:44
EP17: How to Silence Your Inner Critic with Sadie Evans
Episode 17: How to Silence Your Inner CriticIn this episode, I’m thrilled to have an inspiring conversation with Sadie Evans, the incredible force behind @beimpactful_coaching.Sadie is an eight-time published author, transformat...
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Episode 17
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