EP 05. What does it really mean to live a rich life? In this episode, I have an honest conversation with Shannon Kung, the founder of Wild Orange Apothecary, to explore how redefining success led her to leave a dream job at Disney and build a wellness tea brand inspired by her culture, family, and intuition. We talk about her “goo phase,” the rituals that helped her rebuild from the inside out, and what it takes to trade security for purpose.

What You'll Learn:

• What it feels like to walk away from a dream job — and how to know when it's time
• How to strengthen your intuition and use it to guide major life decisions
• How to define your "rich life" and how it differs from external success
• The "goo phase" and how it can help you grow and transform
• The money mindset shifts to make when leaving the security of a corporate job
• How to navigate cultural expectations when you decide to follow a non-traditional path
• How to redefine your identity and your self-worth when it isn't tied to financial and performance metrics

Connect with Shannon and learn more about Wild Orange Apothecary: Wild Orange Apothecary

Follow on Instagram: @wildorangeapothecary

Books mentioned:

• The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron
• Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Guidara
• You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay
• The Art of Simple Living by Shunmyo Masuno
• I Will Teach You to be Rich by Ramit Sethi

Guest Bio

Shannon Kung is the founder of Wild Orange Apothecary, a family-run, wellness tea brand rooted in traditional Chinese medicine and the healing rituals passed down through generations of her family. A former Disney leader and MBA grad, Shannon left the corporate world to create a brand that brings ancient practices into modern life — one cup of tea at a time.

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EP 04. AI as a wellness tool? YES. I know AI can feel overwhelming, but what if it could actually reduce overwhelm and improve your wellbeing—not just your work? In this episode, I chat with productivity and strategy expert Marissa Brassfield, founder of Ridiculously Efficient and CTOx, about how to use AI to get your time, energy, and creativity back.

Whether you’re a founder juggling a million tabs, a busy mom trying to meal plan, or someone who’s just AI-curious but unsure where to start—this episode will open your mind to the human side of artificial intelligence. As someone who's navigating this tech myself, I’m right there with you—curious, cautious, and wondering how we can use AI tools to work smarter and live better.

What You'll Learn:

• How AI can help you build an ideal workday that protects your energy
• The 4-letter framework that can save you hours each week
• The AI prompt that helped Marissa navigate family relationships (yes, even the tough ones!)
• How to prompt AI to give you more personalized support
• How AI might help you be more present with your kids
• Why you shouldn't use AI like Google—and what to do instead
• How to use AI to support personal growth and well-being

Marissa's work: RidiculouslyEfficient.com

Connect with Marissa on Instagram: @marissa.brassfield

Tools mentioned:

• ChatGPT
• Perplexity AI
• Claude AI
• SuperWhisper (speech-to-text)

Guest Bio

Marissa Brassfield is a strategic consultant, productivity expert, and founder of Ridiculously Efficient, where she helps visionary leaders eliminate burnout and scale sustainable success. A former right-hand to Peter Diamandis and now the founder of CTOx, she trains tech leaders and non-technical folks alike to use AI practically, ethically, and with heart. From designing high-performance systems for billion-dollar businesses to using ChatGPT to navigate difficult conversations, Marissa believes that tech should serve humans—not the other way around.

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EP 03. Your home might be the most toxic place you spend time in—and you don’t even know it.

In this episode of Well Done, certified functional nutritionist and non-toxic living expert Caitlin Fierro shares how hidden toxins in your home environment and lurking in everyday products could be contributing to chronic symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, skin issues, and more.

We dive into non-toxic living, home detox tips, and how to reduce your toxic load with simple, affordable changes. Caitlin also opens up about her own journey healing from autoimmune conditions and what led her to help other families create safer, healthier homes.

Whether you’re just getting started with low-tox living or looking to take your wellness routine to the next level, this episode is packed with practical tips you can start today.

What You'll Learn:

• The 3 biggest sources of toxins in your home—and how to address them
• How you can make safer choices for yourself and family without feeling overwhelmed
• What to look for on product labels to avoid hidden toxins
• Why certain pantry staples and beauty products might contain ingredients you’d never expect
• The everyday habit that could be polluting your home—and a super simple way to fix it
• Small changes that can make a big impact when you’re out and about with your kids

Resources:

Caitlin’s website: NonToxicHomes.com

Follow Caitlin on Instagram: @nontoxichomes_

Mentioned Brands:

• Branch Basics – Non-toxic cleaning and laundry products
• Root & Splendor – Safe, high-performing laundry care
• AquaTru – Reverse osmosis water filtration system
• Clearly Filtered – Water pitchers with advanced filtration
• EWG’s Skin Deep Database – App for checking product safety

Guest Bio:

Caitlin Fierro is a certified functional nutritionist and the founder of Non-Toxic Homes, a platform dedicated to helping families reduce their toxic load and create healthier living environments. After struggling with autoimmune issues and finding relief through natural healing methods, Caitlin left her career in tech to pursue holistic nutrition and toxin-free living. Today, she combines her expertise in nutrition, functional wellness, and product curation to guide others toward safer choices—while proving that non-toxic living doesn’t have to be overwhelming or expensive.

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