Centered The Podcast

Centered The Podcast

This podcast offers holistic health and wellness content to help you feel rebalanced, energized, and connected to your most centered-self. I draw on my experience as a scientist, movement specialist, yogi, and mom to share insights and practices to improve your life experience. Check out my new book, Centered: The Art of Living from Within for more content.

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May 13, 2026 8 mins

In this episode we talk about a few key ways to up level your dopamine baseline to improve mood, sense of joy, and playfulness in life. I get into the importance of sleep, nutrition, and movement as key resources to feel more uplifted. 

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Strong routines can make a difference between feeling strong during uncertainty or feeling like you are sinking.  In this episode I talk about two small routines that I have stacked together with great outcomes.  I am so devoted to this routine that it is now embodied as sacred ritual - said another way, its become a non-negotiable in my life.  Listen in to own your morning.

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April 29, 2026 11 mins

Having a human body means we are always needing to integrate.  In this episode, I dive into some ways of Integrating our inner masculine (solar) and inner feminine (lunar) aspects.  While it can seem like we are always giving and turning energy outwards, a few simple techniques that can be used in daily life can change that. Listen in for a few ways to do this and watch the transformation begin to happen within you. 

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In this episode, I talk about what I learned from attending a lecture with a sports psychology professor from Adams State University, Dr. Brian Zuleger. While the topic was Mental Performance Training for Student Athletes, what he said is relevant for anyone on a transformational journey and when working with a growth edge.  

I discuss some the concepts that resonated with me and overlapped with previous trainings I have done on the...

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April 15, 2026 27 mins

In this episode, I lean into my background in Environmental Science and Health Coaching, bridging the two realms with tips for a living in a less toxic home.  Listen in to this a room by room approach with practical suggestions and areas to be aware of.  

For inspo to what is possible, take a look at this tour of my green-built home:

Link to my green-built home

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In this episode I talk with one of my beloved mentors, Dr. Erica Elliott. Dr Elliott is a nationally celebrated medical doctor, specializing in environmental medicine and family practice. Affectionately known as “the Medical Detective” she diagnoses and treats chronic illness by uncovering and addressing underlying causes. 

Dr. Elliott has led a fascinating life including time spent teaching on the Navajo Reservation, serving in the...

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April 1, 2026 7 mins

EFT Tapping is a powerful tool that activates calm and clears anxiety, overwhelm and can even be used to clear limiting beliefs and internal blocks.  It is both energy medicine and applied kinesiology.  What I love about it (besides the fact the it targets both the physical and subtle aspects of the body) is it's applicability as an on - the - go remedy for stress.  

Listen in to apply this remedy.  You can find more about this...

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March 25, 2026 10 mins

Create adaptability in your nervous system with a simple breathwork technique you can do anywhere.  Even the Navy Seals use this one because its so powerful.  In this episode, I get into the benefits of breathwork and how I've used it for over twenty years, even during medical emergencies. As a lineaged breathwork teacher, I talk about some of the ways you can make little changes to enhance effects.

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March 18, 2026 27 mins

In this episode, I am joined by Physical Therapist and COO/Senior Teacher of the LYT Method, Kristin Williams.  Kristin is a mentor of mine and I have had so many 'aha' moments in learning from her over the years.  She has both a wealth of knowledge and experience.  Tune in to learn more about how the way we teach and work with clients makes the biomechanics of movement FUN.

you can find Kristin here:

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March 11, 2026 19 mins

In this episode, we talk about manifestation as learned from the master herself, Esther Hicks, author, speaker, and channel in the art of the law of attraction.  I offer my takeaways and experience of being with Esther for a weekend workshop here in Santa Fe.  Not only was it fantastic and inspiring, but the takeaways I share may impact you in far greater ways than you expect.  Tune in for this one and remember, you can't get ...

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February 25, 2026 26 mins

In this episode we dive into Integrative Health with Leah Vong.  Leah is an Integrative Healing Practitioner and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach. She works with people with a variety of chronic health issues, and specializes in resolving gut health challenges.  Listen in as we talk about food, environment, spirituality, conscious parenting, and ways to live from your center.

You can find Leah here:

Website: https://leahvong.com/

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February 18, 2026 32 mins

In this episode, intuitive specialist Kathy Williams and I dive deep into intuition. Kathy has years of practice working with clients to bring clarity to the intuitive languages, including all those hits, nudges, and self-reflections.  Listen in as we talk about the necessary ingredients to have confidence in your intuition.

You can check in on Kathy's whereabouts including her current retreats and events at:

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February 11, 2026 17 mins

The Portal of the Heart is a powerful center, especially when the brain is serving as an ally. In this episode I share a brief summary of the anatomy of the heart-brain connection, why it works, and how it serves to create alignment for your best life experience through its combined physical and metaphysical power.

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February 4, 2026 10 mins

In this episode, we get into the blend between physical and metaphysical to access ways to achieve clarity of purpose.  If you have ever wondered if you are living your soul's purpose and how to refine what you are doing in life, this episode is for you.

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Excited to be talking about relationships today. I touch on relationships with your inner landscape, with others both romantic and familial, and with the greater local and global communities. 

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January 21, 2026 12 mins

The sleep episode is here! In this episode we dive into the physical and spiritual aspects of sleep including why you are waking at 2 pm and some tactics to manage that.  Hint: its all about being centered!

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January 14, 2026 14 mins

In this episode, we get into the science of creating positive habits and bringing newness into your life.  I offer 4 biohacks that can be used independently or combined for success.  Enjoy!

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December 17, 2025 14 mins

There is so much to discover in meditation beyond sitting in stillness.  Listen in for the all the juicy ways to create your own limitless expansion through stillness meditation and how it applies to your personal balance blueprint.

*Note that I mention some part of the brain.  Here is more info on that:

  • Hippocampus: part of the limbic system that responds to fear. When this part of the brain reduces in activity, the energy can g...
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December 10, 2025 10 mins

In this episode, we dive into two main categories of movement and why they are important to integrate into your life.  Short movement breaks help to maintain good energy flow, keep your joints lubricated, and help you feel better.  Long movement practices enhance overall vitality and build capacity.  Finally, we talk about the importance of functional movement for longevity and reduced risk of injury.  Key elements of a functional ...

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December 3, 2025 16 mins

In this episode, we talk about my approach for making choices for healthy eating.  I summarize years of study from experts in their field from modern science to the ancient science of Ayurveda.  

Reach out with questions and share your experience.  I'd love to hear how it's going.  Find me at www.centeredbyleslie.com

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