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  • #81: Following Your Intuition & Using Discernment Beyond Fertility with Monica Cox

    #81: Following Your Intuition & Using Discernment Beyond Fertility with Monica Cox
    2024/11/12

    In this empowering episode, host Rebecca Rankin speaks with Monica Cox, a top Holistic Functional Fertility Coach. Monica shares her personal story of overcoming years of unexplained infertility, multiple failed IVF cycles, and miscarriages. She dives deep into how her journey led her to become a fertility coach, supporting women through functional health healing and subconscious empowerment. Together, they discuss the importance of following your intuition and using discernment in your fertility journey and the role of mindset in both fertility and conscious motherhood. Whether you’re on your own fertility journey or seeking ways to reconnect with your intuition, this episode is full of valuable insights and inspiration.

    Key Topics Discussed:

    • Monica’s personal fertility journey
    • The role of subconscious empowerment in fertility
    • How to use discernment and intuition to navigate conflicting fertility advice
    • Rewiring the subconscious mind to support fertility and overall wellbeing
    • Holistic tools and practices that Monica uses in her work

    About Monica Cox:

    Monica Cox is a top Holistic Functional Fertility Coach and Solver of Fertility Issues. Using the combination of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition & Subconscious Emowerment, she supports women in finding the root cause of their fertility issues to become the conscious mama they were born to be! She dealt with years of unexplained infertility, failed IVF's & survived several miscarriages before becoming an IVF mom & getting pregnant naturally, even though the doctors said there was nothing she could do to improve her situation.

    Connect with Monica Cox:

    • Website: https://www.findingfertility.co
    • IG: https://www.instagram.com/findingfertility/
    • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@findingfertility
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FindingFertility
    • Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCARY6ftLoWk5-N9FHVYtzHw
    • Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monica-cox-64ba0993/
    • Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-fertility/id1467058429

    • Free Gift: 6 Essential Steps to Maximize Your Fertility Naturally [PLUS 3 More That Your Doctors Might Not Know About] https://www.findingfertility.co/free3stepguide

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    Thank you for tuning in to the Women's Moon Wisdom Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit from this conversation. We appreciate your support!
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  • #80: How Emotions Live in Our Body as Pain with Courtney Moore, Acupuncturist & Intuitive

    #80: How Emotions Live in Our Body as Pain with Courtney Moore, Acupuncturist & Intuitive
    2024/11/05

    In this powerful episode of the Women’s Moon Wisdom Podcast, host Rebecca Rankin sits down with Courtney Moore, a medical intuitive and practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine. With over 20 years of experience, Courtney specializes in helping people understand the mind-body connection to heal emotional pain that manifests physically. They explore how emotions like anger and grief can show up in specific parts of the body and how recognizing this emotional pain can open the door to self-awareness and healing.

    Courtney shares insights on:

    • The mind-body connection and how emotions can turn into physical pain
    • Common ways unresolved emotions impact women’s health and wellbeing
    • Techniques for identifying and releasing emotional pain stored in the body
    • Practical tips for tuning into our bodies

    If you’re ready to discover a new path to holistic healing, this episode offers an insightful look at how listening to your body can help you find freedom from pain.

    Topics Covered in This Episode:

    • Courtney’s journey as a medical intuitive and her passion for Traditional Chinese Medicine
    • What it means to understand the mind-body connection and its impact on our health
    • How specific emotions are commonly stored in different parts of the body

    Resources Mentioned:

    • "Healing Back Pain" by John Sarno
    • "You Can Heal Your Life" by Louise Hay
    • "No Bad Parts" by Richard Schwartz

    About Courtney Moore:

    Courtney Moore is an intuitive healer trained in Classical Chinese Medicine and highly skilled in energy work. She has a clinic in San Francisco where she offers acupuncture, bodywork, and Reiki, and also offers remote intuitive readings to clients around the world. She recently launched The Liberated Body, a 12-week course on excavating and releasing the energetic and emotional roots of pain in the body.

    Connect with Courtney Moore:

    • FREE Offer: Discovering How to Get Out of Nagging Muscular Pain: https://pages.courtneymoorewellness.co/free-guide-1
    • Website: www.courtneymoorewellness.com
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtneymoorewellness

    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtneymoorewellness/

    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneymooreacu/

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  • #79: Remembering Death & Honoring Life with Erin Merelli of Deathwives

    #79: Remembering Death & Honoring Life with Erin Merelli of Deathwives
    2024/10/29
    In this episode of the Women’s Moon Wisdom Podcast, Rebecca Rankin sits down with Erin Merelli, a death doula, ceremonialist, and co-founder of Deathwives, an organization dedicated to changing the way we approach death, funerals, and grief. Erin shares her profound insights on end-of-life care, community grieving, and why preparing for our own death can bring more intention and connection into our lives. Erin discusses the growing trend toward green and eco-friendly funerals, highlighting how they offer a meaningful, environmentally conscious way to honor life. She also explains the concept of home funerals, giving families a compassionate, personal option to care for their loved ones at home. Throughout this conversation, Erin emphasizes that by embracing death as a natural part of life, we can build a more intentional, mindful approach to our living days and support our loved ones in transformative ways. Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Erin’s journey into death work and how she became a death doulaThe mission of Deathwives and the services it offersThe process and significance of home funerals and why families are increasingly choosing this optionWhat it means to have a green or eco-friendly funeral and how it benefits both the planet and those left behindSimple ways to start conversations about death and end-of-life choices with family and friendsHow we can each bring more intentionality to life by embracing and preparing for our own death About Erin Merelli: Erin is a death doula, educator and public speaker from Colorado, meandering her way through the country to expand our minds' narrative on death and dying. Her message is simple but not easy: We are all going to die, and to manage that well we need to talk about it. Erin is Co-Founder of the Deathwives, a training community providing a wide range of accessible death education to families and professionals, and most recently, founder of Death Ed with Erin, where she takes the work on the road and brings students into next-level sojourns of the soul. Erins’ work invites us to consider mortality in individual, communal and environmental contexts. She teaches about the autonomy of death, the expression of grief, functional deathwork, burial practices, and the diversity of deathcare throughout culture and history. Erin has trained many hundreds of Death Doulas through her programs, and remains grateful for the media's reception of this message that our dead belong deeply to us. Her voice has been featured on TedXMileHigh, PBS, Forbes, Comedy Central and many publications and podcasts, and she is grateful and satisfied to see this movement reaching the mainstream. Connect with Erin: Erinmerelli.comDeathwives.orgCourses.Deathwives.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/deathwives Listen and Subscribe:If this episode inspired you, consider sharing it with someone you know. Don’t forget to subscribe to Women’s Moon Wisdom Podcast on your favorite platform, and leave a review to help us reach more listeners interested in holistic and intentional living. Thank you for listening Stay Connected with us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womensmoonwisdomWebsite: www.womensmoonwisdom.comJoin the Women’s Moon Wisdom App: Click here to learn moreFree Download: Cyclical Living Journal – Align your self-care with your menstrual cycle.
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  • #78: Grief and End-of-Life Care with Christy Braun

    #78: Grief and End-of-Life Care with Christy Braun
    2024/10/22

    In this deeply insightful episode of the Women's Moon Wisdom Podcast, host Rebecca Rankin welcomes Christy Braun, a death doula and grief coach who specializes in turning grief into peace of mind for families. Christy shares her expertise on the emotional, practical, and spiritual aspects of navigating the end-of-life journey, offering wisdom and tools for families facing this profound transition.

    Together, they discuss how to stay emotionally present while handling legal and financial responsibilities, overcoming feelings of guilt about planning for life after loss, and finding ways to honor both your loved one and your own grieving process.

    Whether you're currently walking this path, supporting someone who is, or simply seeking to understand the process, this episode offers guidance and comfort for anyone exploring the complexities of grief and death.

    What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    • The role of a death doula and how it complements end-of-life care
    • How to balance practical tasks like legal paperwork with emotional presence
    • Ways to navigate guilt when thinking about life after the loss of a loved one
    • How to honor your loved one while also holding space for your own grief

    Connect with Christy Braun:

    • Website: www.ChristyBraun.com
    • Death Cafe: https://deathcafe.com/

    Stay Connected with us:

    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womensmoonwisdom
    • Website: www.womensmoonwisdom.com
    • Join the Women’s Moon Wisdom App: Click here to learn more
    • Free Download: Cyclical Living Journal – Align your self-care with your menstrual cycle.

    Thank you for tuning in to the Women's Moon Wisdom Podcast! If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit from this conversation. We appreciate your support!
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  • #77: How Your Menstrual Cycle Affects Sleep

    #77: How Your Menstrual Cycle Affects Sleep
    2024/10/15

    In this episode of Women’s Moon Wisdom, we dive into the fascinating connection between the menstrual cycle and sleep. Have you ever noticed that your sleep patterns change throughout the month? Whether it’s trouble falling asleep, waking up during the night, or feeling unusually tired, your cycle could be playing a big role in how well you rest.

    Rebecca discusses how the rise and fall of hormones like estrogen and progesterone during each phase of the menstrual cycle impact sleep quality. You’ll learn:

    • How the follicular, ovulation, luteal, and menstrual phases affect your ability to get a good night’s sleep.
    • Common sleep disruptions like night sweats, insomnia, and restless sleep.
    • Practical tips for improving sleep during each phase of your cycle.

    If you’ve been feeling disconnected from your body’s natural rhythms or struggling with inconsistent sleep, this episode is full of actionable insights to help you realign and reclaim your rest.

    Key Topics Discussed:
    1. The Follicular Phase (Days 1-14):
      • How rising estrogen levels promote better sleep quality and REM sleep.
    2. Ovulation (Around Day 14):
      • The hormonal shifts that may cause a temporary dip in sleep quality.
    3. The Luteal Phase (Days 15-28):
      • Why progesterone promotes sleep but may also raise body temperature, affecting comfort at night.
    4. Menstruation (Days 1-5):
      • How low hormone levels and physical discomfort can disrupt sleep.
    5. Sleep Disruptors:
      • Body temperature fluctuations, mood changes, night sweats, and how they can impact rest.
    6. Sleep Tips for Each Phase of Your Cycle:
      • Simple, mindful practices you can use to improve sleep throughout your menstrual cycle.

    Understanding how your menstrual cycle influences your sleep is key to improving your overall wellbeing. By honoring these cyclical shifts and making small adjustments to your routine, you can support your body’s need for restorative rest.

    Connect with Rebecca:
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womensmoonwisdom
    • Website: www.womensmoonwisdom.com
    • Join the Women’s Moon Wisdom App: Click here to learn more
    • Free Download: Cyclical Living Journal – Align your self-care with your menstrual cycle.
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  • #76: Restorative Reading & Writing: Healing Through the Power of Words with Stephanie Affinito

    #76: Restorative Reading & Writing: Healing Through the Power of Words with Stephanie Affinito
    2024/10/08
    In this episode of the Women’s Moon Wisdom Podcast, host Rebecca Rankin sits down with Stephanie Affinito, a bookologist and restorative reading and writing coach, to explore the powerful ways in which reading and writing can serve as tools for emotional healing and self-care. Stephanie shares her insights on how books and stories can nourish our souls and how writing can help us grow and step into who we want to be. We dive into the concept of restorative reading and writing, providing practical tips on how you can incorporate these healing practices into their daily lives—even with a busy schedule. Whether you're a seasoned reader, a passionate writer, or someone looking to reconnect with your inner self, this conversation will inspire you to use the power of words as a pathway to greater emotional, mental, and spiritual wellbeing. Key Takeaways: What is restorative reading and writing, and how can it enhance emotional wellbeing?How books can serve as a form of self-care and healing.Practical ways to begin a restorative reading or writing practice.Writing exercises and writing prompts that can foster reflection and growth.Stephanie’s personal recommendations for books and writing practices that nourish the soul. Guest Bio: Stephanie Affinito is a bookologist and restorative reading and writing coach who is passionate about helping you discover the healing power of words. Through her coaching and workshops, she guides women in using books and writing as tools for reflection, restoration, and personal growth. Learn more about Stephanie's work and resources: Website: http://www.alitlife.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/AffinitoLit Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AffinitoLit Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/AffinitoLit Threads: https://www.threads.net/@affinitolit Patreon: http:www.getliterate.co Free resources: https://stephanie-affinito-0cab.mykajabi.com/freebies Resources Mentioned: Receive a FREE postcard from StephanieRecommended Books: The Magic of Lemon Drop Pie by Rachel Linden; 30 Things I Love About Myself by Radhika Sanghani Connect with Rebecca Rankin & Women’s Moon Wisdom: Website: www.womensmoonwisdom.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/womensmoonwisdomSubscribe to the Women’s Moon Wisdom Podcast for more episodes on holistic wellbeing and cyclical living for women! Rate, Review, & Follow: If you enjoyed this episode, please consider rating and reviewing the show! Your support helps us reach more women who are looking to enhance their wellbeing and live in alignment with their natural rhythms. And don’t forget to hit the follow button to stay updated on future episodes. Want to join the Women's Moon Wisdom community? We now have a Cyclical Living Self Care App! In the app, you'll find monthly women's circles, cyclical living lessons, rituals, and self care to align with your cycle. Try it for free for 5 days! https://www.rebeccarankinyoga.com/app More Resources: Interested in learning more about how to live in sync with your hormonal shifts through cyclical living? Check out this free cyclical living journal. Begin tracking the ebb and flow of your energy, emotions, and desires throughout your cycle and honor your cyclical nature. FREE CYCLICAL LIVING JOURNAL: https://www.rebeccarankinyoga.com/journalprompts
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  • #75: My Journey to Pain Free Periods and Self Love

    #75: My Journey to Pain Free Periods and Self Love
    2024/10/01

    In this heartfelt episode of the Women’s Moon Wisdom podcast, host Rebecca Rankin takes you on a personal journey of transformation—from enduring painful periods to embracing a life of pain-free cycles and deep self-love. Rebecca shares how her refusal to accept period pain as ‘normal’ led her to explore holistic hormone wellness, including yoga, seed cycling, and the powerful practice of cyclical living.

    Tune in as she discusses the five pillars of holistic hormone health—sleep, nutrition, movement, stress management, and relationships—and how treating the body as a whole led her to greater healing and balance. Rebecca also opens up about the profound self-love that blossomed when she began to honor her cyclical nature and connect with other women through women’s circles.

    Whether you're struggling with your cycle or looking to deepen your connection with yourself, this episode is full of wisdom, grace, and actionable insights.

    Key Topics:

    • Rebecca’s journey from painful periods to pain-free cycles
    • The five pillars of holistic hormone wellness: sleep, nutrition, movement, stress management, and relationships
    • Embracing cyclical living and its impact on mood, energy, and overall wellbeing
    • The awakening of self-love through honoring her cycle and connecting with other women

    Resources Mentioned:

    • [Women’s Moon Wisdom App] – Join our community and attend monthly women’s circles, plus explore resources for holistic hormone wellness and cyclical living.
    • [Upcoming Retreats]– Explore our upcoming retreats for a deep dive into self-care, connection, and cyclical living.

    Connect with Rebecca:

    • Website: https://www.womensmoonwisdom.com
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womensmoonwisdom
    • Women’s Moon Wisdom App: https://www.rebeccarankinyoga.com/app
    • Join our Monthly Women’s Circles: https://womensmoonwisdom.mvt.so/

    If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who could benefit from this conversation on cyclical living and holistic healing.
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  • #74: Cacao Ceremonies: Heart-Opening Plant Medicine for the Soul with Makenzie Marzluff

    #74: Cacao Ceremonies: Heart-Opening Plant Medicine for the Soul with Makenzie Marzluff
    2024/09/24
    In this episode, I’m joined by the inspiring Makenzie Marzluff, founder of Kakao drinking chocolate. Together, we explore the sacred and transformative world of cacao ceremonies. Makenzie shares her journey with cacao, the powerful health and spiritual benefits of this plant medicine, and how cacao ceremonies can open the heart, deepen connection, and foster healing. We also dive into the cultural significance of cacao, how to honor its indigenous roots, and ways to incorporate ceremonial cacao into your wellness rituals. Whether you're new to cacao or already on your own ceremonial path, this conversation offers rich insights into how cacao can support your body, mind, and spirit. Key Takeaways: What makes ceremonial cacao different from regular chocolate.The physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits of consuming cacao.How cacao ceremonies work and what to expect during a ceremony.The importance of honoring the cultural origins of cacao and ensuring sustainable sourcing.Practical tips for weaving cacao into your daily life for deeper connection and heart-opening experiences. Want to order cacao from Makenzie's nonprofit Kakao? Click here to receive 10% off your first order. Use Coupon code: REBECCA About Makenzie: Makenzie is a serial entrepreneur, most known for launching the first dessert hummus to national grocery store shelves (2015), scoring a deal with Mark Cuban on ABC's Shark Tank (2017), and bringing the first true ceremonial-grade cacao to the western world (2016). Over the last decade, Makenzie has become respected for her innovative approach to conscious leadership and heart-centered business, leading her to write her first book How To Lead A Badass Business From The Heart. Makenzie's training as a ceremonialist, healer and facilitator comes from a decade of plant medicine work with her shaman in Sedona; intensive shamanic and musical studies with the Yawanawa tribe (Brazil); apprenticing with Nana Marina of the Mayan lineage in Guatemala; and learning from various teachers on the Hawaiian islands. Additionally, Makenzie has traveled the world and had diverse cultural experiences, including learning about kava with the chief & family of Vivili village in Savusavu, Fiji; learning meditation from Amma the hugging saint from India; collaborating with the Arhuaco/Ike tribe in Colombia; receiving regenerative farming and cacao sustainability education from multigenerational farmers/land custodians deep in the jungles of Guatemala and highlands of Peru; and graduating from the Landmark Forum, Landmark Advanced Course, and Being A Leader program by the great Werner Erhardt. Makenzie is the Founder and Chiefess Custodian of her non-profit organizations KAKAO Ceremonial Drinking Chocolate and Plant of Peace and travels around the world to teach about the heart-opening power of ceremonial-grade cacao and 'awa (Hawaiian kava). Makenzie's mission is to share her light and inner peace with as many people as possible, in the prayer that all of humanity remembers who they really are. KAKAO and the @plantofpeace are both vehicles for connecting more deeply with oneself and embodying one's true soul essence. Resources Mentioned: Listeners get the 2 hour Cacao Workshop for FREE using this discount code moonwisdomKakao Drinking Chocolate Website. Connect with Makenzie Marzluff: Instagram: @kakaodrinkingchocolate @plantofpeaceWebsite: www.flykakao.com & https://www.thegaialineage.com/ Thank You for Listening!If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with others who may benefit from this wisdom. Stay tuned for more conversations about cyclical living, wellness, and spiritual growth! Want to join the Women's Moon Wisdom community? We now have a Cyclical Living Self Care App! In the app, you'll find monthly women's circles, cyclical living lessons, rituals, and self care to align with your natural rhythms. Try it for free for 5 days! https://www.rebeccarankinyoga.com/app More Resources: Interested in learning more about how to live in sync with your hormonal shifts through cyclical living? Check out this free cyclical living journal. Begin tracking the ebb and flow of your energy, emotions, and desires throughout your cycle and honor your cyclical nature. FREE CYCLICAL LIVING JOURNAL: https://www.rebeccarankinyoga.com/journalprompts Connect with Rebecca on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womensmoonwisdom
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    48 分