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April 15, 2024 31 mins

Get ready to embark on a transformative journey to wellness and empowerment as Christina welcomes you to another enlightening episode of Power For Good. In this inspiring installment, Christina sits down with Maria Gargiulo, a former party girl turned women's hybrid health coach, who is on a mission to empower others to reclaim their health and vitality from the inside out.

 

What to Expect

Meet Maria Gargiulo: Join Christina and special guest Maria Gargiulo as they dive into the depths of holistic health and metabolic healing. With her functional and holistic approach to body recomposition, Maria guides her clients on a journey of fat loss and metabolic restoration, helping them achieve optimal health and vitality.

The Path to Transformation: Discover Maria's inspiring journey from party girl to women's hybrid health coach, as she shares her personal story of healing and transformation. Through resilience, determination, and a commitment to holistic wellness, Maria has overcome her own health challenges to become a beacon of inspiration for others.

Healing from Within: Explore the power of metabolic healing and its transformative effects on the body, mind, and spirit. Maria sheds light on the root causes of metabolic dysfunction, including stress, lifestyle factors, and relationship dynamics, and offers practical insights into restoring balance and vitality.

 

Tune in for

Fat Loss and Metabolic Dysfunction: Delve into the science of fat loss and metabolic dysfunction as Maria shares her expertise on optimizing metabolic health. From hormonal imbalances to inflammatory triggers, she uncovers the hidden factors that can sabotage weight loss efforts and offers strategies for sustainable, long-term success.

Stress Management and Wellness: Discover the profound impact of stress on metabolic health and wellness, and learn practical techniques for managing stress and cultivating resilience. Maria offers natural and actionable insights into creating a holistic approach to wellness that addresses the root causes of metabolic dysfunction.

Nourishing Relationships: Explore the connection between relationships and metabolic health, and discover how cultivating supportive, nourishing relationships can positively impact overall well-being. Maria shares her wisdom on fostering healthy boundaries, communication, and self-care within relationships to support holistic healing.

 

In today’s episode: (audio timestamps)

(00:42) Intro;

(01:12) Welcoming Maria;

(02:22) “How are you using your Power For Good?”;

(04:35) Maria’s Background;

(06:49) The six and a half years of relationship that ended;

(08:45) “What helped your healing journey?”;

(12:20) Advice to someone feeling stuck in a relationship/life;

(17:09) The Metabolic Dysfunction;

(20:07) The First Step to Metabolic Healing;

(21:37) Number one cause for Metabolic Distress;

(23:34) Naturals ways to manage stress;

(27:28) Why are root problems not treated?;

(30:22) Connect with Maria;

(31:00) Outro;

 

Quotes:

“For a lot of my youthhood, I had this mindset - Wanting to be accepted by others.”

“The right relationship can energize and create a beautiful transformation in our lives.”

“If you are stuck, take a look at what are your core values and desires.”

“Fat loss is so much easier to do when things are aligned.”

 

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