The Mindful Living

In this powerful episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana speaks with artist, activist, and survivor Christopher Quigley about his groundbreaking project, Transformation of Dangerous Spaces. After surviving two life-altering strokes in 2023, Christopher chose to confront gender-based violence head-on by reimagining the overlooked spaces where harm often begins—locker rooms, bathrooms, and online platforms. Through his nonprofit, Al...

In this inspiring episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with Dr. Shirley Piccarreto, a naturopath, bestselling author, herbalist, and yogi, to explore her journey of overcoming adversity through natural healing and mindfulness. After facing multiple hip surgeries, slow-healing fractures, and the grief of losing her ability to move, Dr. Shirley rebuilt her life holistically. She shares how she integrated detox protocols...

In this episode of The Mindful Living with Sana, we explore the real reasons behind chronic pain and how physical therapy can unlock long-term healing. Our guest, David Jeter, a highly experienced physical therapist, shares why pain doesn’t always equal injury and how treating the “why behind the what” leads to sustainable recovery. From proactive movement habits to integrating mindfulness techniques like breathwork and body awaren...

What happens when a NASA robotics engineer hits rock bottom due to chronic illness? He transforms pain into purpose. In this eye-opening episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana dives deep with Greg Lee, founder of the Lyme Research and Healing Center and creator of the GoodbyeLyme system. From struggling with gut issues and brain fog to pioneering a revolutionary diagnostic scan and holistic healing method, Greg shares ho...

In this deeply resonant episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with Melinda Lee Schmitt—author of Rebel Hugger, empowerment coach, and intuitive guide—to explore the transformative power of intuition, self-trust, and authentic living. Melinda shares her journey of healing from multiple sclerosis, hugging thousands of strangers, and turning away from conventional medicine to embrace holistic and intuitive wellness.

We un...

In this powerful episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with Emma Lyons, trauma-informed healer and creator of The Trauma Matrix, to decode the “inner narcissist”—the shaming voice many of us mistake for self-discipline or self-improvement. We explore how this internal critic often operates like a covert narcissist, subtly eroding our confidence and fueling cycles of perfectionism, burnout, and shame. Emma shares her si...

In this powerful episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with Lillian Field, the founder of WombWise Collective and the visionary behind the Founder Flow Accelerator. Together, they explore how women can reclaim their power, align with their natural rhythms, and build meaningful businesses—without burning out.

Lillian shares how menstrual cycle awareness isn’t just a personal wellness tool, but a strategic leadership mod...

In this raw and grounding episode of The Mindful Living with Sana, transformational coach and bestselling author Irina Shehovsov joins us to explore healing emotional wounds that don’t just fade with time. We dive deep into how unresolved pain gets stored in the nervous system, how it affects our daily decisions, health, and joy—and how to release it.

Irina shares her journey of becoming a single mom, discovering inner res...

In this must-listen episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana dives deep with Claire Martinson, COO of BioBloom Injectables, into how chronic stress accelerates aging and impacts your cellular health. They unpack how NADH—a mitochondrial fuel—could be the game-changer your body needs, especially for women navigating hormonal shifts like perimenopause and menopause. From immune resilience and mental clarity to understanding why quick...

In this deeply important episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with Saoirse—health coach, yoga instructor, and patient liaison for Live UTI Free—to discuss the often overlooked realities of chronic illness, especially when it affects women’s pelvic and bladder health. They unpack why conditions like UTIs and endometriosis remain under-researched, how nervous system regulation is a critical and accessible tool ...

In this episode of The Mindful Living, we explore how skincare goes beyond surface-level beauty to become a tool for empowerment, self-confidence, and emotional well-being. Host Sana is joined by Diana Daman, Certified Laser Hair Removal Specialist and founder of Laser by Diana, based in Sterling Heights, Michigan. Diana opens up about her journey, her motivation behind launching a small business in the laser skincare industry, and...

In this episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with Sharon Neilson—a registered nurse and holistic women’s wellness coach—for a grounded conversation on nervous system health, emotional regulation, and reclaiming your inner calm in midlife. Sharon shares her personal story of burnout, divorce, and health system fatigue, and how it led her to launch Eternal Her—a movement inviting women to soften, slow down, and hea...

In this episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with Dr. Tara Cousineau, clinical psychologist and author of The Perfectionist Dilemma, to explore how high achievers can break free from the burnout-perfection cycle. Together, they unpack how perfectionism often stems from a genuine need for belonging—and how it morphs into self-sabotage and physical distress. Tara shares her personal wake-up call, the role of the inner c...

In this episode of The Mindful Living with Sana, we sit down with Trent Carter—board-certified nurse practitioner, addiction expert, and founder of Renew Health—to explore the raw and honest realities of addiction and recovery. From his early days in trauma ICUs to launching life-saving clinics in underserved communities, Trent shares how mindset and mindfulness are foundational—not optional—in recovery. Whether you're navigating p...

In this soulful and grounding episode of The Mindful Living with Sana, we explore the deeper layers of identity, purpose, and healing with Kay Miller—former high school teacher turned Akashic records practitioner and transformation guide. From burnout and emotional exhaustion to awakening and alignment, Kay shares her powerful journey and how she now helps others access their soul's blueprint. We unpack how the Akashic Records serv...

In this episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with Dr. Robert Common, founder and CEO of The Beekeeper House, an award-winning mental health group blending ancient healing with modern tech. Together, they explore how mindfulness is not just a personal tool for well-being but a foundational principle for ethical leadership and trauma-informed systems. From integrating AI in mental health care to adapting spiritual pract...

In this enriching episode of The Mindful Living, Sana is joined by Dana and Colleen of The Digital Dojo for a soulful conversation on harmony—not as a fleeting moment of peace, but as a dynamic alignment of values, goals, and energy. They unpack the difference between balance and harmony, why internal alignment precedes external flow, and how ancient wisdom, martial arts, and even cooking can illuminate paths to greater connection....

In this compelling episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with Layton Fulton, a former oilfield construction professional turned personal transformation guide. Together, they explore what it really means to reinvent yourself after 50. From shedding societal expectations to embracing discomfort, mindfulness, and even psychedelic therapy—Layton shares how the second half of life can be the most awakening. If you’...

In this thought-provoking episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana speaks with Rick Wagner—certified nutritionist, founder of Eidon Liquid Ionic Minerals, and widely known as "The Mineral Man." They uncover how mineral deficiencies and imbalanced internal terrain may be the silent cause behind modern health struggles. Rick shares how a personal health crisis led him to rediscover silica, collagen, and the deeper science behind cell...