Dawnversations Podcast

This week on Dawnversations, I’m joined by Gretchen Zimmermann, MBA, RD, LD, CDCES, CSOWM, VP of Clinical Strategy at Vida Health. Gretchen has spent her career cutting through the noise around obesity and nutrition — and in this episode, she helps us separate fact from fiction.

We bust some of the most common myths about weight loss, obesity, and “quick fix” diets, plus talk about why lasting health is a whole lot more com...

Mike Carnes is back! If you love his meditations as much as I do, you can find more about him below:
Mike is a meditation teacher and voice actor who helps people slow down, breathe, and find a little peace in the middle of everyday chaos. He found meditation during one of the hardest chapters of his life and quickly realized it wasn’t about sitting on a mountaintop — it was about learning to stay present while doing th...

This week on Dawnversations, I chat with author Katy Allen about her new book Stuck in Our Screens. Spoiler alert: the drama isn’t just with teens—adults are just as guilty (maybe worse!). We dive into how our phones, scrolling habits, and social media antics are messing with real-life conversations, family dinners, and friendships. But don’t worry—we keep it real, relatable, and yes, even a little funny. If you’ve ever si...

FIND KRISTEN HERE:
Come hang out on Instagram: @kristen.franey

And, check out her free guide, From Stuck to F&@k Yeah, Done - Stop Stalling. Start Doing. 

The Pattern Interrupt Guide : Your 5-Minute Exit Strategy from Analysis Paralysis

#SlowDownSundays, #GuidedMeditation, #Breathwork, #MindfulnessPodcast, #MentalHealthMatters, #WeeklyReset, #SundayReset, #CalmMind, #IntentionalLiving, #SelfCareSunday, #BreatheAndRelea...

In this jam-packed and brain-boosting episode, Dawn chats with the vibrant Autumn Bear about all things wellness—vitamins, supplements, brain fog, gut health, eating organic, and why your memory might just be living in your stomach! From how to support your cognition naturally to smart shopping tips for a healthier body and mind, this episode is equal parts helpful, hopeful, and hilarious. So grab your green juice—or your ...

#Sobriety, #Recovery, #Healing, #Growth, #Vulnerability, #Strength, #Resilience, #Mindfulness, #Courage, #Awareness, #SelfLove, #Transformation, #Addiction, #Wellness, #Hope

#SobrietyJourney, #SoberLife, #RecoveryIsPossible, #AlcoholFree, #SoberNotBoring, #OneDayAtATime, #HealingJourney, #PersonalGrowth, #VulnerabilityIsStrength, #SelfReflection, #RecoveryCommunity, #SoberSupport, #YouAreNotAlone, #SobrietySupport, #Podcast...

In this 3rd episode of the 4 part series with Kristen Franey, she talks about the myth of hustle equals worth! She gives you three tips in how to get out of that mentality and ground yourself!
FIND KRISTEN HERE:
Come hang out on Instagram: @kristen.franey

And, check out her free guide, From Stuck to F&@k Yeah, Done - Stop Stalling. Start Doing. 

The Pattern Interrupt Guide : Your 5-Minute Exit Strategy from Analysi...

If you think keto is all bacon, butter, and extreme rules… think again. I sat down with Amy Berger, nutritionist and creator of Keto Without the Crazy, to talk about how a low-carb lifestyle can benefit way more than just your waistline.

🧠 Migraines?
 🧬 Alzheimer’s prevention?
 🏋️‍♀️ Athletic performance?
 Yep — keto can play a role in all of it.

Amy keeps it simple, science-based, and most importantly — sane. We...

Today's episode is Part 2 of the 4 part Series with Kristen Franey. She will be talking about affirmations and bridge beliefs. Also a short meditation at the end. I LOVE THIS ONE SO MUCH!
FIND KRISTEN HERE:
Come hang out on Instagram: @kristen.franey

And, check out her free guide, From Stuck to F&@k Yeah, Done - Stop Stalling. Start Doing. 

The Pattern Interrupt Guide : Your 5-Minute Exit Strategy from Analysis Pa...

Tired of chasing the next “quick fix” in diet culture? In this empowering episode of Dawnversations, I sit down with wellness expert Lindsey Kaszuba to talk about breaking free from the toxic cycle of diets, fads, and unsustainable weight loss trends like Ozempic. We dive into how to finally get off the hamster wheel and start tuning into your body—based on your lifestyle, your age, and your goals. Lindsey shares how to cr...

This series, with Kristen Franey, walks you through a thoughtful arc: first, reconnecting with your favorite self, then softening the voice that says “who am I to?”, making space for rest that actually restores you, and finally, weaving it all into how you show up in the world. It’s not about becoming someone new. It’s about returning to what’s always been true.

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Come hang out on Instagram: @kristen...

In this episode of Dawnversations, Mike Carnes returns after his popular Slow Down Sunday Episode: "Meditations for People Who Struggle With Meditating". We dive deeper into the mindset shift that led him from Lutheran roots to a peaceful Buddhist practice. We explore Buddhist philosophy, the power of mindfulness, and how the book The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck* helped reshape his view of life, spirituality, and lettin...

In this solo Slow Down Sundays episode, Dawn gently guides you through a simple breathwork practice and a mindful visualization exercise to help you release stress and worry. Imagine placing your heavy thoughts and anxieties in a basket beside you, allowing yourself space to simply be. This short but powerful session is perfect for anyone looking to wind down, reset, and enter the week with a clearer mind and a calmer hear...

Are you the drama… or is it them? 👀
In this juicy episode of Dawnversations, Relationship Coach Rachel Kahoopii joins me to dish out the real talk on love, marriage, and all the things that make us accidentally sabotage our own relationships. From emotional triggers and unmet needs to the shocking moment you realize you might actually be the problem (oops), Rachel brings humor, heart, and a whole lot of wisdom to the ...

Hijacked by Stress: Reclaiming Your Peace with Scott Doniger

🧠 Episode Summary:
In this episode of Dawnversations, I sit down with Scott Doniger — former marketing executive turned chronic stress counselor and life-stage coach — to talk all things stress, healing, and personal transformation. After decades in the corporate world, Scott followed his calling to help people move through anxiety, trauma, and physical illne...

Mike is a meditation teacher and voice actor who helps people slow down, breathe, and find a little peace in the middle of everyday chaos. He found meditation during one of the hardest chapters of his life and quickly realized it wasn’t about sitting on a mountaintop — it was about learning to stay present while doing the dishes or navigating rush hour. His style is down to earth, no fluff, and made for real people with re...

In this episode of Dawnversations, I sit down with Dr. Jamey Maniscalco — neuroscientist, wellness consultant, and founder of Manifest Wellness — to bust common myths about stress and explore what really helps our nervous systems thrive. With over a decade as an Associate Professor of Neuroscience, Dr. Jamey breaks down complex brain science into simple, practical strategies anyone can use to boost resilience, prevent burn...

Hi friends. Welcome to Slow Down Sunday, a space inside the Dawnversations podcast created just for us — to breathe, to rest, and to reset. SLOW DOWN SUNDAYS-Every Sunday, we’ll try something new — maybe a meditation, maybe a gentle reflection, maybe a little mindful journaling. 
We’ll experiment. I hope you enjoy it!
Music by allworldmusic-

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