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What if finding peace begins with accepting life exactly as it is?

In this heartwarming episode of Resonate, we're joined by Sylvia Boorstein, beloved mindfulness teacher, psychotherapist, author, and co-founder of Spirit Rock Meditation Center. At 90 years old, Sylvia brings decades of wisdom, a delightful sense of humor, and a refreshingly accessible approach to meditation. She shares how her journey into mindfulness began as a busy mother of four searching for a way to navigate life's worries, and how the practice ultimately helped her become a kinder, more compassionate person.

Together, Barry and Sylvia explore the difference between pain and suffering, the freedom that comes from letting go of what we cannot control, and what it means to meet the present moment as a friend. Through touching stories about love, aging, mortality, and the simple joy of sharing fresh figs, Sylvia reveals how small acts of generosity can bring meaning to even the most ordinary days.

Join us for a beautiful reminder that peace of mind is possible at any age, and that sometimes the most profound question we can ask is simply, "How can I help?"

Resources:

• Sylvia Boorstein's Official Website
• Sylvia Boorstein's Books
• Spirit Rock Meditation Center

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Your Gut Is Talking. Are You Listening?

How much can your digestive system tell you about your overall health? In this episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with integrative and functional nutritionist and registered dietitian Norma Flood for a fascinating journey through the gut, starting with the mouth and following the digestive system all the way through.

Norma breaks down what the microbiome actually is, why it’s sometimes described as another organ or a “second brain,” and how the bacteria living in our gut can influence everything from digestion and immune function to metabolism and brain health. Along the way, she and Barry explore common signals our bodies give us, including reflux, bloating, constipation, changes in stool, brain fog, and other signs that may warrant a closer look.

They also discuss practical ways to support a healthier microbiome, including eating a greater variety of plant foods, getting enough fiber and water, incorporating fermented foods, reducing highly processed foods, and becoming more mindful of how you feel before, during, and after eating.

It’s an information-packed conversation that makes a complicated subject surprisingly approachable and may leave you paying much closer attention to what your gut has been trying to tell you.

Resources:

• Norma Flood, MS, RDN
• Go With Your Gut Podcast
• Norma Flood on Instagram: @normaflood23

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What does it take to feel truly comfortable in your own skin?

On this episode of Resonate, Barry sits down with Alexander Kopelman, author of For Real: Helping Children Remain Their Authentic Selves in a Limiting World, to explore how authenticity is shaped from childhood. They discuss the messages kids absorb about gender, emotions, belonging, and fitting in, and how parents, educators, and other caring adults can help children stay connected to who they really are.

Alexander also shares practical ways adults can examine their own beliefs, reconnect with their inner compass, and model authenticity in everyday life. It’s a thoughtful conversation about identity, connection, and creating space for people to show up as themselves.

Resources:

• For Real: Helping Children Remain Their Authentic Selves in a Limiting World
• Children’s Arts Guild
• Authenticity Works
• Alexander Kopelman on LinkedIn

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