The Puurlee Podcast with Nika Lawrie

The Puurlee Podcast with Nika Lawrie: A Journey to Whole-Person Wellness

The debut episode of The Puurlee Podcast with Nika Lawrie dives into the power of holistic wellness, blending personal experience, scientific insights, and real-world solutions to help you optimize your health.

From growing up off-grid in New Mexico with solar panels and rainwater collection systems to working in film, music, psychology, and Alzheimer’s awarenes...

Is Netflix’s latest docuseries doing more harm than good when it comes to how we see the wellness industry?

In this episode, I’m diving into the controversial story of Belle Gibson—the influencer who built an empire on a fabricated cancer diagnosis. But beyond her shocking deception, there’s a bigger conversation to be had: How does the media’s portrayal of holistic health impact those who are actually doing the work to help people ...

The Inspired with Nika Lawrie podcast is transforming into The Puurlee Podcast—a fresh, expanded platform designed to bring you even more inspiration, expert insights, and actionable tools for a healthier, happier life.

We’re improving our content and broadening our topics to better serve our amazing community. New episodes launch March 5th! Thank you for your continued support and patience—we can’t wait to share this next chapter w...

This episode dives into the concept of manifesting, exploring how specificity, mindset, and emotional healing can shape outcomes. Michelle Chung shares practical tips for aligning desires with core values while addressing resistance and the importance of divine timing. We cover:
• Understanding manifesting and its principles
• Overcoming negative mindsets and childhood programming
• The role of energy and intuition in...

What if your beauty products were secretly sabotaging your health? Join me, Nika Lawrie, and Amanda Baca as we uncover the hidden dangers of chemicals like phthalates, parabens, and formaldehyde lurking in personal care products. Learn how these substances can disrupt hormones and contribute to conditions like PCOS and endometriosis.

We dive into “forever chemicals,” share practical tips for identifying truly non-toxic products, and...

Discover how fashion can be a powerful tool for self-expression and empowerment with Sam Stewart, a pharmacist turned fashion blogger. Sam shares her journey of transforming fashion from a perceived frivolity into a creative outlet that boosted her self-esteem and mental health.

Learn practical tips for building a wardrobe that reflects your personality, balances function with flair, and embraces individuality. From body ...

Discover the transformative world of functional medicine with Dr. Terri Fox, a leading expert in mold toxicity from Boulder, Colorado. Learn how environmental toxins, particularly mycotoxins from water-damaged buildings, contribute to chronic illness and what you can do to heal. Dr. Fox outlines a two-phase treatment protocol focusing on safe detox, antifungals, and biofilm disruptors, alongside essential recovery strategies like i...

Dr. Tracy McCarthy challenges the traditional pill-for-symptom model of psychiatry by exploring how functional medicine transforms mental health care. Learn how chronic inflammation, nutrition, and overlooked factors like toxins, mold, and hormone imbalances impact anxiety and depression. Discover actionable steps, from dietary changes and supplements like omega-3s to innovative treatments like TMS and even the microbiome’s role. T...

Transform your health and well-being with insights from Laurie Lewis, who shares her inspiring journey of losing 51 pounds and rejuvenating her energy through intermittent fasting at age 54. Learn how fasting can empower women, especially during perimenopause and menopause, to reclaim control over their health. Laurie dives into the essentials of clean fasting, hormonal balance, and practical tips for sustainable fasting tailored t...

Join me, Nika Lawrie, and my dear friend Kelley DeLong as we uncover the hidden dangers of artificial dyes like Red 40 and Yellow 5 in kids’ foods and their potential link to behavioral issues like ADHD. Kelley shares her journey as a mother navigating the food industry to support her son, while we spotlight the financial motives behind synthetic additives and the need for vigilant label-reading. Plus, we explore Vani Hari’s (The F...

What if you could finally free yourself from the chains of perfectionism and step into a life of authentic self-worth? Join Nika and Tonya Kay Herb as she shares her transformative journey to self-worth, sparked by a heartfelt family conversation. Gain profound insights into overcoming the pervasive issues of perfectionism and limiting beliefs.

CONNECT WITH TONYA KAY HERB:

• Website: https://tonyakay.co/
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Join Nika and Ashley Martinez-Brown as they dive into the hidden dangers of everyday toxins and their impact on fertility. We’ll uncover the chemicals lurking in food, personal care products, and household items that can disrupt hormones and harm reproductive health. Discover simple, affordable steps to reduce toxin exposure, make cleaner choices, and boost fertility naturally. Perfect for anyone wanting to lead a healthier lifesty...

Discover the transformative power of yoga and meditation with Desi Bartlett, as she shares her journey from Chicago to becoming a leading expert in prenatal yoga. Desi has created a wealth of resources for moms at all stages. Learn how yoga and fitness prepare the body for motherhood and enhance well-being through the parenting journey. Desi also shares how meditation can bring calm and better sleep, even amidst the chaos. Desi’s g...

Can understanding your menstrual cycle unlock new levels of personal and professional empowerment? In this episode, I chat with Renae Fieck, an occupational therapist turned cycle-syncing advocate, about how aligning activities with the phases of your menstrual cycle can transform productivity and well-being. Renae shares actionable tips for syncing your life with hormonal shifts and embracing your cycle as a tool for growth, energ...

Leaving behind the intense world of Wall Street, Carole Marko turned to meditation and discovered a new way of living. In this episode, she’s sharing her journey of how meditation helped her reconnect with herself, reduce stress, and find balance amid life’s challenges.

You’ll hear practical ways to incorporate mindfulness into your daily routine and how shifting your mindset can transform your health. Carole dives into w...

Ever wondered how to truly balance your hormones for optimal health? In this episode, Nikki Durkin flips the script and interviews Nika Lawrie to dive into the fascinating world of female hormone health. Together, they break down the ebb and flow of hormones, tackle common misconceptions, and highlight key indicators of hormonal well-being like regular cycles, quality sleep, and maintaining a healthy body weight.

They also explore t...

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of menopause management with the renowned Dr. Prudence Hall. Dr. Hall shares her journey from traditional gynecology to integrative and regenerative medicine, revealing how bioidentical hormones can ease menopausal symptoms and improve women’s health. We discuss the importance of a personalized, holistic approach tailored to each woman’s unique needs, empowering them to make info...

Can chronic pain and limited mobility really be transformed through fascia release? Julia Blackwell’s miraculous journey suggests so. Born with significant nerve damage, Julia faced years of limited physical capability and chronic pain. Traditional Western medicine offered little relief, but her relocation to Boulder, Colorado, brought her into contact with a fascia release technique that changed her life. In my heartfelt chat with...

Lisa Heacock faced an unimaginable series of losses that transformed her life and inspired her to help others navigate their own grief. Grief is multifaceted, often stemming from events beyond the death of a loved one, such as divorce or career upheavals. Lisa sheds light on how unrecognized grief can leave people feeling stuck and unfulfilled. By helping her clients identify their core values and take small yet impactful steps, sh...