In this insightful episode of The Well Refined Podcast, Jenna and Kat explore the pervasive topic of anxiety, especially as it shows up in the world of dating. They share candid personal experiences and practical strategies for understanding and managing anxious feelings, transforming them into tools for self-awareness and growth. Tune in as they discuss the critical importance of setting healthy boundaries, communicating your needs, and fostering authentic connections that truly nourish your well-being. Whether you're actively dating or simply looking to navigate your relationships with more confidence and clarity, this episode offers valuable insights for a more refined and peaceful approach to connection.

Chapters

00:0 Exploring Wellness Innovations

10:19 Navigating Anxiety in Dating

22:19 Navigating Attachment Styles in Relationships

25:14 The Importance of Communication and Boundaries

28:08 Managing Anxiety and Self-Care Strategies

31:38 Understanding Emotions and Their Messages

34:28 Intentional Online Dating Practices

37:47 Building Real-Life Connections

41:17 The Power of Community and Retreats

References:

⁠Dating. Intentionally⁠ Instagram handle

In this episode of the Well Refined Podcast, Jenna and Kat discuss their personal wellness journeys and the importance of exploring various wellness practices, the significance of strength training, and the integration of technology like Oura rings in tracking health metrics. They also touch on self-care choices, including aesthetic procedures, and encourage audience engagement by sharing their own experiences and inviting listeners to share theirs.

Takeaways

• Wellness is a lifelong exploration of what works for you.
• Meditation can help reveal self-sabotaging thoughts.
• Strength training is essential for maintaining health.
• Technology can aid in tracking wellness metrics effectively.
• Self-care practices should be personal and intentional.
• Engaging with community can enhance wellness journeys.
• It's important to prioritize movement as a form of medicine.
• Awareness of one's body and its needs is crucial for wellness.
• Aesthetic choices should align with personal values and comfort.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Wellness Journeys

01:41 The Importance of Meditation

04:20 Exploring Journaling and Self-Reflection

06:59 Strength Training and Personal Growth

09:45 Nutrition and Body Awareness

12:20 The Role of Chiropractic Care

15:16 Foot Health and Body Mechanics

22:18 The Importance of Muscle Activation and Maintenance

23:07 Balancing Strength Training and Mindfulness

24:00 Understanding the Aura Ring and Nervous System

25:15 Tracking Health with Technology

26:35 Sleep Science and Hormonal Health

27:34 Navigating Technology and Personal Wisdom

29:42 The Role of Mobility and Pliability in Wellness

31:53 Creating Healthy Habits through Habit Stacking

33:14 Exploring Self-Care Practices

35:14 The Benefits of Red Light Therapy

36:52 Aging Gracefully and Skincare Choices

38:54 Personal Reflections on Cosmetic Procedures

41:40 Engaging with Our Wellness Community

Links

• 10 minute song
• Digestive enzymes
• Retreats

In this episode of the Well Refined podcast, Jenna and Kat discuss the profound themes of mortality and how it influences our choices in life. They explore the concept of death as a motivator for living fully, sharing insights from a workshop led by death doula Alua Arthur. The conversation delves into the importance of prioritizing meaningful experiences and relationships, reflecting on what truly matters in life, and embracing the inevitability of death to enhance our daily living. Through personal anecdotes and shared reflections, they encourage listeners to consider their own mortality and the impact it has on their life choices.

Key Takeaways

• Thinking about death can inspire us to live fully.
• Life's impermanence motivates us to seek meaningful experiences.
• Prioritizing relationships over material possessions is crucial.
• The Awakening Workshop offers a unique perspective on mortality.
• Letting go of attachments can lead to greater joy.
• Reflecting on our choices can help us live authentically.
• Small moments can bring immense joy and fulfillment.
• Embracing mortality can lead to a more meaningful life.
• It's important to regularly assess what truly matters to us.
• Living with intention can help us avoid future regrets.

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Chapters

• 00:00 Reuniting and Reflecting on Mortality
• 02:21 Exploring Death and Its Impact on Life Choices
• 04:36 The Awakening Workshop Experience
• 09:45 Prioritizing What Truly Matters
• 14:59 Living Life to the Fullest
• 20:22 Embracing Mortality and Finding Joy

Link to retreats

In this episode of the Well Refined Podcast, Jenna and Kat explore the idea of a soft summer—a season defined by ease, intention, and meaningful connection. They reflect on personal stories and offer practical ways to embrace simplicity and joy during the warmer months. From long walks and outdoor gatherings to mindful movement and unhurried meals, this conversation invites listeners to slow down, be present, and create space for what truly matters. Whether you're craving more balance, rest, or presence, this episode is your guide to making summer feel soft, sacred, and soul-nourishing.

Like, subscribe, share, and comment to let us know how you're spending your summer!

In this heartfelt episode of The Well Refined Podcast, Jenna and Kat dive deep into the theme of self-awareness in romantic relationships. Through honest reflection and personal stories, they unpack how easy it is to lose your sense of self in the name of love — and how to find your way back.

Together, they explore the impact of codependency, the importance of maintaining personal identity, and how attachment styles and emotional triggers shape our connections. The conversation touches on healing past wounds, setting healthy boundaries, and the power of open communication in fostering deeper, more authentic partnerships.

Listeners are invited on a journey of self-discovery and growth, with practical insights on recognizing personal needs, expressing true emotions, and embracing compassion — both for themselves and others.

Whether you're navigating a current relationship or reflecting on past ones, this episode is a powerful reminder: you deserve to show up fully as yourself.

In this episode, Jenna and Kat use an active listening exercise to share parts of their story and what milestones have made them who they are.

Listen in to hear what makes them tick, what motivates them to get out of bed and champion wellness every day, and what they're planning for the future of Well Refined.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Well Refined Podcast

01:18 Kat's Life Story: From Grosse Pointe to Wellness

04:41 Jenna's Journey: From Advertising to Yoga

07:57 The Impact of Yoga on Personal Growth

11:13 Motivation and Daily Inspiration

12:47 Fun Questions: Getting to Know Each Other

16:04 Travel Dreams and Future Retreats

21:05 Community Engagement and Closing Thoughts

Takeaways

• The podcast aims to introduce the hosts and their backgrounds.
• Self-reflection is encouraged through sharing personal stories.
• Yoga has played a pivotal role in both hosts' lives.
• Motivation comes from a desire to create one's reality.
• Community and connection are central to their mission.
• Travel and wellness retreats are a passion for both hosts.
• Personal experiences shape their approach to wellness.
• The importance of balance in life and health choices.
• Curiosity about human behavior drives their work.
• They invite listeners to join their community and events.

In this episode of the Well Refined podcast, Kat interviews Courtney Miller, an expert in biofield tuning. They discuss Courtney's journey into this healing modality, the principles behind biofield tuning, and its significance in addressing emotional and physical ailments. The conversation emphasizes the importance of emotional awareness, the role of thoughts in physical health, and how biofield tuning can facilitate healing by breaking up energy blockages. Courtney shares insights on how to be proactive in managing emotions and the benefits of combining biofield tuning with other healing practices.

Takeaways:

• Courtney Miller is a certified biofield tuner and healer.
• Biofield tuning uses sound to address energy blockages.
• Thoughts have an electrical nature and can affect our health.
• Emotional awareness is crucial for healing.
• Breath work can help in processing emotions.
• Biofield tuning can assist in resetting adrenal rhythms.
• Healing can occur without needing to remember past traumas.
• Energy blockages can lead to physical ailments.
• The body has an innate intelligence to process healing.
• Combining modalities can enhance overall wellness.

Sound Bites:

• "Vibration, light and sound is the medicine of the future."
• "Every time we have a thought, it's electrical of nature."
• "It's almost like a stagnant pool of water."
• "You can actually reset that adrenal gland rhythm."
• "Breath work and tracking your thoughts are essential."
• "Let yourself feel the emotions that you're feeling."
• "You don't have to remember what emotion was stuck there."

Links:

Courtney's Website

Biofield Map

Tuning the Human Biofield book

Empowered Living Event at Leland River Studio

In this bonus solo episode of the Well Refined Podcast, Jenna shares her personal journey of estrangement from her mother, exploring the complexities of their relationship and the emotional challenges that arise from it. She discusses the concept of the 'mother wound' and the importance of self-mothering, as well as the need for boundaries in relationships. Jenna emphasizes the significance of finding support and community, especially during emotionally charged times like Mother's Day, and encourages listeners to practice self-care and compassion.

Resources from the episode:

Books:

• Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents

• Mother Hunger

Instagram accounts:

• TheMotherWound
• The.Holistic.Psychologist
• Healyournervoussystem