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Conquer Low Energy & Stress: Dr. Alicia Newsome on Balancing Hormones for Optimal Energy | The Whole & Complete Woman

In this empowering episode, Dr. Alicia Newsome discusses the complexities of low energy. Sharing her personal journey with exhaustion and hormonal imbalances, Dr. Newsome offers invaluable insights into addressing the root causes of low energy. From the impact of toxins and nutrient deficiencies to the significance of sleep and stress management, listeners will gain a comprehensive understanding of how to revitalize their bodies and minds.
Key Takeaways
👉🏼Low energy impacts multiple areas of life, including relationships, career, and personal growth.
👉🏼Addressing the root causes of fatigue is essential for long-term well-being.
👉🏼Prioritizing sleep, managing stress, and optimizing nutrition are fundamental to increasing energy levels.
👉🏼Toxin reduction and hormone balance are crucial components of a revitalized lifestyle.
👉🏼Seeking professional guidance can accelerate progress towards optimal health and vitality.
Actionable Steps
✅Set Intentions: Begin each day with clear goals to focus energy and reduce morning anxiety.
✅Prioritize Sleep: Establish a consistent sleep schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine, and limit exposure to blue light.
✅Harness Morning Sunlight: Optimize circadian rhythm and boost mood by spending time outdoors in the morning.
✅Mindful Journaling: Release stress and promote relaxation through evening journaling.
✅Supplement Wisely: Consider high-quality supplements to support adrenal function and energy production.
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Unpacking Trauma and Building Confidence with Dr. Tashina Reader | The Whole & Complete Woman

Heal, redefine yourself, and rise above with Dr. Tashina Reader, a licensed therapist, trauma survivor and empowerment coach. In this episode, Dr. Reader shares her inspiring journey of overcoming emotional abuse, HIV, and cancer with Dr. Alicia Newsome. The ladies discuss the importance of unpacking trauma and setting healthy boundaries to build unshakeable confidence.
You'll learn:
The key steps to healing from trauma (including the power of acknowledging your experience)
How to redefine your identity and build unshakeable confidence
Strategies for setting healthy boundaries to protect your well-being
The importance of community in the healing process
Why self-care is essential for lasting transformation
Specific challenges faced by Black and brown women on their healing journeys
How to create safe spaces for vulnerability and connection
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Why Healing Matters
04:01 Dr. Tashina Reader's Journey of Healing and Empowerment
07:11 Writing 'Manifesting Her': How Dr. Reader Found Her Voice
10:59 Redefining Your Identity After Trauma
16:19 Setting Healthy Boundaries to Protect Yourself
21:21 The Power of Community in Your Healing Journey
25:40 Redefining Identity, Building Confidence, and Setting Boundaries (Deep Dive)
27:27 Challenges Faced by Black and Brown Women on Their Healing Journeys
29:21 Creating Safe Spaces for Expression and Connection
30:48 The Importance of Rest, Relaxation, and Self-Care
33:13 Finding Wholeness Through Self-Compassion
39:57 Empowering Women at the Release Retreat in the Bahamas (Call to Action)
Soundbites:
"Acknowledge it... You can't heal what you don't acknowledge."
"Imperfect progress is still progress."
"There is a blessing in the stretching."
"You are fearfully and wonderfully made."
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Understand the 4 Phases of the Menstrual Cycle | What's Normal & What's Not | Whole & Complete Woman

Understanding your menstrual cycle is vital for optimal women's health. By tracking menstrual phases, women can identify patterns, manage symptoms like PMS and period pain, and optimize fertility awareness. Hormonal balance fluctuations throughout the cycle impact physical and emotional well-being, making self-care and lifestyle adjustments crucial. Recognizing irregularities like those related to PCOS, fibroids or endometriosis empowers women to seek appropriate care. Ultimately, menstrual cycle knowledge fosters overall wellness, reproductive health, and a deeper connection to one's body.
In this podcast episode, Dr. Alicia Newsome, is your guide to understanding the intricate phases, hormonal fluctuations, and emotional experiences that shape your monthly journey. Dr. Alicia Newsome shares personal stories and expert insights to empower you with knowledge about menstrual cycle irregularities, period pain relief, and hormonal balance. Discover how to optimize each phase for enhanced fertility awareness, mood & energy regulation, and overall vitality.
Takeaways
👉🏼Gain a deep understanding of your menstrual cycle to take control of your health.
👉🏼 Discover natural strategies to manage pms and regulate hormones.
👉🏼 Optimize each menstrual phase for enhanced fertility awareness, mood balance, and overall well-being.
👉🏼 Empower yourself with knowledge to address menstrual cycle irregularities like PCOS, PMDD, PMS, perimenopause fibroids and endometriosis.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: Your Menstrual Cycle Journey Begins
03:14 Understanding the Basics: What's Normal, What's Not
09:22 Personal Stories and Overcoming Menstrual Challenges
16:28 Honoring Your Cycle: Rest, Relaxation, and Self-Care
19:39 Taming the Beast: Managing Stress for Optimal Menstrual Health
24:52 Fertility Focus: Understanding Your Ovulation Window
27:34 Mastering Your Phases: A Deep Dive into the Menstrual Cycle
46:14 Optimize Your Life: Practical Tips for Each Phase
 
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21 Questions with Dr. Alicia Newsome: Optimizing Health and Hormones Through Functional Medicine | The Whole & Complete Woman

Feeling sluggish, experiencing period problems, or struggling to lose weight? Dr. Alicia Newsome, a functional medicine practitioner discusses how she helps women overcome these challenges and achieve optimal health.
In this episode, you'll learn:👉🏼 What functional medicine is and how it differs from traditional medicine (focusing on root cause vs. symptom management)👉🏼 The importance of addressing hormonal imbalances for overall health👉🏼 Dr. Newsome's Reset Framework, designed to optimize hormonal health and achieve long-term results👉🏼 How functional medicine can help with weight loss plateaus, perimenopause symptoms, and more!👉🏼 Dr. Newsome also emphasizes the importance of:👉🏼 Personalized protocols to address individual needs👉🏼 Sustainable dietary changes that foster a healthy relationship with food👉🏼 Community and ongoing support for lasting results
This episode is perfect for high-achieving women who are tired of feeling held back by their health and are ready to take a proactive approach to well-being.
Ready to learn more?Visit Dr. Newsome's website or connect with her on social media. We also have a free downloadable resource available that dives deeper into functional medicine and hormonal health.
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Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast03:09 Understanding Functional Medicine and Addressing Hormonal Imbalances23:11 The Root Cause Approach of Functional Medicine28:21 Working with High-Achieving Women to Achieve Optimal Health32:44 The Reset Framework: A Path to Hormonal Optimization and Long-Term Results34:40 Achieving Hormone Reset and Increased Energy35:55 Regulating Periods and Balancing Moods38:32 Breaking Through Weight Loss Plateaus39:02 Improving Perimenopause Symptoms and Sleep41:06 Personalized Protocols for Sustainable Results44:05 Creating a Healthy Relationship with Food52:38 Community and Ongoing Support53:46 Future Offerings: Retreats and Longevity Program

Relationship Expert: Prem Glidden on Self-Love & Healthy Relationships | The Whole & Complete Woman

International love, life, and relationship coach Prem Glidden shares her inspiring journey of self-discovery and empowers women to cultivate healthy relationships. Prem discusses the importance of curiosity, self-compassion, and self-love in identifying and breaking free from destructive relationship patterns. She dives deep into the distinctions between self-care, self-love, and self-compassion, emphasizing the importance of aligning with your inner guidance. Prem offers practical strategies for achieving work-life balance and encourages women to believe in its possibilities. In conversation with Dr. Alicia Newsome, Prem explores how self-love is the foundation for fulfilling romantic relationships. They discuss the power of self-inquiry and reframing limiting beliefs to create a life that reflects your authentic truth. Additionally, they discuss the role of self-talk in attracting and maintaining healthy partnerships. Prem shares valuable insights and tools to cultivate self-compassion and happiness, reminding listeners of their inherent worthiness and the power to create the love and partnership they desire.
 
Takeaways
✨ Uncover and dismantle negative relationship patterns by approaching them with curiosity.
✨ Self-love involves embracing all parts of yourself, while self-compassion requires silencing your inner critic and practicing forgiveness.
✨ Make empowered decisions by trusting your intuition and knowing when to say yes or no.
✨ Believe in achieving a healthy balance between your professional and personal life.
✨ Establish a centering routine to maintain balance throughout the day.
✨ Prioritize self-love to cultivate strong and fulfilling romantic partnerships.
✨ Explore your limiting beliefs and patterns to live a life true to yourself.
✨ Positive self-talk is key to attracting and maintaining healthy relationships.
✨ Self-compassion and happiness are journeys that require consistent effort and commitment to feeling your best.
✨ Believe in your worthiness and the possibility of creating the love life you desire.
 
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
03:26 Discovering Your Relationship with Yourself and Opening Up to Love
07:03 The Power of Curiosity in Changing Destructive Relationship Patterns
13:58 Recognizing and Healing Childhood Trauma
22:41 Trusting Your Own Guidance: Knowing When to Say Yes or No 30:06 Believing in the Possibility of Work-Life Balance
32:00 Starting the Day with Alignment: Maintaining Balance
32:28 The Power of Self-Love
35:20 Unpacking Beliefs and Patterns
38:08 The Role of Thoughts and Self-Talk
41:02 Cultivating Self-Compassion and Happiness
45:25 Knowing Your Worthiness

Cultivating Self-Love Through Mindfulness: Practical Tips for Busy Women | The Whole & Complete Woman

Feeling overwhelmed and stressed? In this episode, Dr. Alicia Newsome chats with mindfulness & psychological safety expert Amanda Muhammad about the power of mindfulness & gratitude for busy women. They explore how these practices can transform your life by:
Reducing stress and promoting well-being
Cultivating self-love and overcoming guilt
Prioritizing your needs and setting boundaries
Boosting focus and productivity
Discover practical mindfulness techniques you can easily incorporate into your daily routine, and learn how self-compassion is the key to thriving, not just surviving.
 
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
02:24 Amanda's Journey into Mindfulness
09:05 What is Mindfulness and Why is it Important for Women?
11:14 Practical Tips for Busy Women to Be More Mindful
26:40 Cultivating Self-Love Through Mindfulness
38:30 The Transformative Impact of Self-Compassion
56:35 Creating Psychological Safety in Your Environment

Authentic Leadership Strategies for Women with Shayla N. Atkins | The Whole & Complete Woman

In this empowering episode, Dr. Alicia Newsome chats with executive leadership coach Shayla N. Atkins about the importance of authenticity and overcoming imposter syndrome for women leaders. Shayla shares her personal journey of conforming in the corporate world and the toll it took on her. They debunk common misconceptions about authenticity and offer signs that might indicate a woman is out of alignment with her true self.
Shayla provides actionable strategies for women to step into their authentic leadership power and set goals driven by purpose. They also delve into the unique challenges faced by Black and brown women navigating predominantly white male-dominated leadership spaces.
What You’ll Learn:
Exploring the root causes to overcome self-doubt.
Crafting goals that align with your values and create a sense of fulfillment.
Staying true to yourself and build a supportive network ("personal board of directors") to advocate for you.
Understanding who you are at your core, beyond labels, and create environments where you flourish.
Confidently communicate the unique value you bring to the table.
Being authentic fosters emotional presence and vulnerability in motherhood and marriage.
Authenticity keeps you accountable and helps you course-correct faster.
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Episode Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
02:53 Shayla's Journey to DEI and Authenticity
06:16 The Impact of Conforming in Corporate Culture
08:35 Debunking Myths About Authenticity and Leadership
10:26 Signs You're Out of Alignment with Your Authentic Self
13:01 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Self-Doubt
15:03 Stepping into Authentic Leadership
16:07 Goal Setting from a Place of Purpose
23:50 Strategies for Women Navigating the Corporate World
26:19 Creating Your Personal Board of Directors
27:59 Articulating Your Value and Standing Out Authentically
34:26 The Impact of Authenticity on Motherhood and Marriage
 

Prioritizing Health with Sleep & Support | The Whole & Complete Woman with Dr. Alicia Newsome

Feeling overwhelmed by weight gain, PCOS, and endometriosis? You're not alone. Angela shares her inspiring health journey, from struggling with a major life change to undergoing bariatric surgery and rediscovering her confidence. Discover the importance of a supportive partner, sleep, stress management, and finding the right healthcare provider, especially for Black women. Learn how Angela became a support and accountability coach, empowering others to make lasting lifestyle changes.
Takeaways:
Discover Strategies to manage PCOS, endometriosis and overcome weight gain challenges and health issues.
Embrace bariatric surgery (when needed).
Prioritize sleep hygiene for mind, body and overall health
Explore how a supportive partner can make a world of difference in your health journey.
Learn how a coach such as Dr. Alicia Newsom can guide and motivate you towards your health goals.
Discover how stress can impact your hormones and strategies to manage it.
Get tips to make drinking enough water easier and more enjoyable.
Learn about the unique challenges Black women face and how to find the right healthcare provider.
Discover how to address root causes and make sustainable lifestyle changes.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:30 Angela's Health Journey Begins (PCOS, Endometriosis, Weight Gain)
08:38 The Decision to Undergo Bariatric Surgery
10:38 Losing Oneself and Finding Support (Life Change & Importance of Support)
26:37 Becoming an Accountability and Support Coach
30:20 The Importance of a Supportive Partner
32:22 The Role of a Support and Accountability Coach
36:06 The Impact of Stress on Hormones
37:09 The Significance of Drinking Water
47:31 Challenges Faced by Black Women in Healthcare
51:17 Addressing Root Causes and Making Lifestyle Changes
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The Importance of Hormone Balance for Overall Well-Being | The Whole & Complete Woman with Dr. Alicia Newsome

Functional medicine doctor Dr. Alicia Newsome dives deep into the world of hormones! In this episode, she explains how to achieve hormone balance for those struggling with irregular periods, low energy, weight loss resistance, acne, fertility issues, and more. Dr. Newsome emphasizes addressing the root causes of hormonal imbalances, rather than just managing symptoms. She explores three key areas that impact hormone health: toxins, deficiencies, and fitness. Listeners will discover practical tips for detoxification, maximizing nutrient absorption, and improving overall well-being.
Takeaways:
Uncover the root causes of hormonal imbalances for lasting health improvements.
Learn how toxins, including environmental and biotoxins, can disrupt hormones and contribute to estrogen dominance.
Discover how deficiencies in essential nutrients, enzymes, and even oxygen can affect hormone production.
Explore detoxification practices, improved nutrient absorption techniques, and proper breathing to support hormonal balance.
Understand why fitness and exercise, while crucial for overall health, are not the sole solution for weight loss. To achieve sustainable weight loss, address inflammation, gut health, and hormonal imbalances.
Recognize the three main areas impacting weight loss and overall health: toxins, deficiencies, and stress.
Learn how mindset and emotional well-being play a vital role in maintaining optimal health.
Implement a comprehensive approach that tackles toxins, deficiencies, stress, and mindset for long-term health transformation.
Invest in your well-being and discover stress-busting strategies to reduce stress and improve overall health.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Empowerment
01:29 Uncovering the Root Causes of Hormonal Imbalance: Toxins, Deficiencies, and Stress
12:29 Deficiencies: Nutrients, Enzymes, and Oxygen
15:45 Practical Tips for Detoxification and Nutrient Absorption
22:49 The Three Main Areas that Impact Weight Loss and Health: Toxins, Deficiencies, and Stress
25:09 Addressing Inflammation, Gut Health, and Hormonal Imbalances
27:32 Comprehensive Approach to Health Transformation
32:18 The Role of Mindset and Emotional Well-being in Health
33:44 Stress-Busting Strategies for Optimal Health
38:31 Investing in Well-being: A Path to Long-term Health
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Welcome to The Whole and Complete Woman Podcast | Dr. Alicia Newsome

Empower yourself to achieve your goals and create a fulfilling life!
Hosted by Dr. Alicia Newsome, The Whole and Complete Woman is your guide to holistic wellness, purpose, and living a life you love.
Who is this podcast for?
Women of Faith Seeking Wholeness: Explore natural and holistic approaches to wellness, wealth and love that align with your faith. Gain practical tips for achieving your health goals and living a life full of abundance and love.
Black and Brown Women: Seeking culturally competent healthcare solutions and strategies for success? Dr. Newsome shares insights and guidance specifically tailored to your needs.
High-Achieving Leaders & Moms: Learn to balance leadership, self-care, and building a legacy for your family. Discover practical tools and transparent, inspiring stories to help you thrive in all areas of your life.
What can you expect?
Inspiring stories from Dr. Newsome's life-altering journey from a divorced, bankrupt, single mom: Connect with Dr. Newsome's relatable story of healing and becoming whole while finding true love, building wealth and creating vibrant health.
Actionable Steps and Guidance: Implement practical tips and strategies to achieve your health, wealth, and relationship goals.
Insights and Motivation: Gain valuable advice, inspiring stories, and a supportive community to help you on your journey.
Ready to live a vibrant, healthy life aligned with your purpose, vision & desires of your heart? Subscribe to The Whole and Complete Woman today!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast
02:45 Becoming Whole and Complete
05:10 Creating Legacy and Passing on Wealth
09:49 Supporting Moms in Their Journey
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