Inspired Good Fat Life Podcast

194: Page-Turners and Passion

Join Sherri as she sits down with Jean Marie Moffa, development curator for Good Fat Life, for a lively conversation that will ignite your reading list. From inspiring page-turners to steamy fiction, they explore books that have touched their lives and could change yours. Whether you’re looking for your next great read or just love hearing about the transformative power of stories, this episode is a must-listen!
 
Interesting and purchasing one of the books? We’ve included the Barnes & Noble links for you, or check out your local book store!
 
New Happy
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/new-happy-stephanie-harrison/1143928507?ean=9780593541388
 
The Glucose Goddess Method
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-glucose-goddess-method-jessie-inchausp/1143115099?ean=9781668024522
 
An Everlasting Meal
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/an-everlasting-meal-tamar-adler/1102961147?ean=9781439181881
 
 The Everlasting Meal Cookbook
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-everlasting-meal-cookbook-tamar-adler/1142810466?ean=9781476799667&aug=1
 
E2
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/e2-a-bizony-t-k-hogy-gondolataid-alak-tj-k-a-val-s-got-pam-grout/1120807957?ean=9789635292271
 
Outlander
https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/outlander-diana-gabaldon/1100171677?ean=9780385319959
 
 
3:28 - The first book they highlight - New Happy 
7:29 - The joy of book clubs
8:02 - 2nd book - The Glucose Goddess Method
12:32 -  3rd book - An Everlasting Meal
15:08 - 4th book - The Everlasting Meal Cookbook
16:03 - 5th book - E2
18:15 - 6th book - Outlander
 
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Guest Info:
Jean Marie Moffa
Development Curator
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moffajm/
 
Sponsor Links:
This week’s episode was brought to you by Snedicor’s Cleaners
Sustainable dry cleaning since 1914.
 
Snedicor’s GreenEarth Cleaners serving southeast Michigan with Eco-friendly laundry and drycleaning with free pick up and delivery. One with Nature.
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193: Empowered Support: Holistic Care for New Moms

Join Sherri and returning guest Emily Stone from Empowered Bumps & Boobs for a special National Breastfeeding Month episode! Emily reveals their exciting new venture: a comprehensive brick-and-mortar shop for holistic maternal care. Tune in as they chat about the essential breastfeeding education, support, and community that new moms need, and discover how friends and family can make a meaningful impact by gifting services instead of just stuff. This conversation is packed with fresh ideas to support new parents during the joyful yet challenging early days with a newborn.
 
1.17 -  August is National Breastfeeding Month
2.33 -  Laws are in place now for employee breastfeeding
3.25 - What does a work policy look like 
6.03 - What Emily classes and events Emily has coming up
13.30 - Tools for self care
15.30 - Emily has a book you’ll want to check out
17.23 - Ways to regulate yourself when you’re nervous
20.15 - Sherri talks about her appreciation for her sponsor
 
Show Links
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Guest Links
Join Empowered Breastfeeding Bootcamp today: https://empoweredbumpsandboobs.mykaja...
Add breastfeeding education and support to your registry so friends and family can gift this to you: https://behervillage.com/partners/emp...
 
Podcast: https://www.spillingthemilkpodcast.com/
Website: http://empoweredbumpsandboobs.com
Instagram: @empoweredbumpsandboobs
Email: emily@empoweredbumpsandboobs.com
 
Sponsor Links
This week’s episode was sponsored by Hands on Health Chiropractic
Find out more about Dr. Adam N. Rushford.
Website: https://hohchiro.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HandsonHealthChiroBrighton

192: Makayla’s Voice: A Transformative Journey

In this heartwarming episode, Sherri talks with Dr. Maxine Hankins Cain and her Grammy award-winning son, Khari Cain, to explore the inspiring story of Makayla, Khari's autistic daughter. For 14 years, Makayla was unable to communicate, until a breakthrough moment changed everything. Through letter boarding, she found her voice, transforming not just her world but also the lives of those around her. This touching conversation covers the impact of Makayla's newfound communication on her family. The powerful documentary  Makayla’s Voice: A Letter to the World, is making waves at film festivals. And we hear about her foundation, Makayla Moving Autism. Tune in for a story of resilience, hope, and the unbreakable bonds of family.
 
2:01 - Makayla’s story 
6:45 - Sherri’s Africa trip
7:28 - Introduction to the documentary
11:00 - Makayla’s  life change
13:11 - Makayla's diagnosis
16:40 - Makayla’s books 
18:30 - How to learn more about letter boarding
24:00 - Dreams of a resource center in Atlanta for autism 
27:30 - Makayla’s future
28:33 - How this has changed their family dynamic
 
Show Links
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For a subscription to the Good Fat Life magazine, you can Text “InspiredGFL” to 55678 and send a SMS Message/Text to receive a digital subscription!
 
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Guest Links
Foundation: https://makaylamovingautism.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makaylamovingautism/
Documentary: Makayla’s Voice: A Letter to the World
https://vimeo.com/video/889711071
Book: When Makayla Smiles
https://www.amazon.com/When-Makayla-Smiles-Maxine-Hankins/dp/B0BZBNY8PG/

191: Breastfeeding and Beyond

August is National Breastfeeding Month, this week Sherri and lactation consultant Kerri Zandberg discuss how breastfeeding has profoundly impacted Kerri’s life and career. Kerri opens up about her personal journey into motherhood, the obstacles she encountered, and the vital role of support and education. Discover how she mastered soothing her dysregulated baby using holistic methods and how her own health journey has shaped her professional approach to supporting moms and babies through diet, gut health, and supplements. This episode is brimming with insights and practical tips for new parents, underscoring the theme: Heal the Mom, Heal the Baby.
 
2.33 - How Kerri started and her credentials
5.03 - There’s a lack of knowledge about breastfeeding
6.19 - Her start to work with other women
8.05 - The importance of support groups
10.34 - What is a dysregulated baby
11.59 - Heal the mom, heal the baby
12.54 - Kerri opened a new practice in Michigan
15.30 - Doing things for your own self
18.48 - The importance of other modalities support
22.50 - Sherri sponsor appreciation
 
 
Show Links
Learn more about our magazine, podcast, and upcoming events by visiting goodfatlife.com
For a subscription to the Good Fat Life magazine, you can Text “InspiredGFL” to 55678 and send a SMS Message/Text to receive a digital subscription!
 
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Guest Links
Website: mnbreastfeeding.com
go.lactationnetwork.com/KerriZandbergRNBScNIBCLC
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lact8/
@mothernurturebreastfeeding
 
Sponsors Links
This week’s episode was brought to you by Snedicor’s Cleaners
Sustainable dry cleaning since 1914.
 
Snedicor’s GreenEarth Cleaners serving southeast Michigan with Eco-friendly laundry and drycleaning with free pick up and delivery. One with Nature.
Website: https://www.snedicors.com/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenEarthCleaning

190: 10 Little Rules for a Blissy Life

Join Sherri as she sits down with the inspiring Carol Pearson. Carol candidly shares her journey of resilience and reinvention following a mid-life upheaval that included divorce, an empty nest, financial setbacks, and personal loss. Through introspection and courage, Carol not only redefined her own life rules but also transformed them into a thriving a book, and grew that first book into a publishing company and the 10 Little Rules community.
 
Show Links
Learn more about our magazine, podcast, and upcoming events by visiting goodfatlife.com
For a subscription to the Good Fat Life magazine, you can Text “InspiredGFL” to 55678 and send a SMS Message/Text to receive a digital subscription!
 
Website:  https://www.goodfatlife.com/
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Guest Links
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/10LittleRules
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/10littlerules/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolpearson/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/10littlerules

189: Navigate Your Day with Sherri’s Joyful Strategies

Join Sherri as she shares her secret strategies for navigating daily life with joy and resilience. Discover how simple self-care rituals and delightful moments can transform your day, equipping you to handle whatever comes your way. Tune in for inspiration and practical tips to make every day a little brighter!
 
Show Links
Learn more about our magazine, podcast, and upcoming events by visiting goodfatlife.com
 
For a subscription to the Good Fat Life magazine, you can Text “InspiredGFL” to 55678 and send a SMS Message/Text to receive a digital subscription!
 
Website:  https://www.goodfatlife.com/
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Sponsor Links
This week’s episode was brought to you by Snedicor’s Cleaners
Sustainable dry cleaning since 1914.
 
Snedicor’s GreenEarth Cleaners serving southeast Michigan with Eco-friendly laundry and drycleaning with free pick up and delivery. One with Nature.
Website: https://www.snedicors.com/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenEarthCleaning

188: Living Yoga Off the Mat

Join Sherri in this enlightening episode as she chats with Kim Haas, an inspiring instructor at Spirit Rising Yoga and Meditation. Discover how yoga can transform your life beyond the mat, empowering you physically, mentally, and emotionally. Kim shares her unique approach of combining yoga, meditation, and writing to unlock deep-seated stories within, fostering inner peace and authenticity. Tune in to explore how these practices can help you lead a richer, more meaningful life.
 
Show Links
Learn more about our magazine, podcast, and upcoming events by visiting goodfatlife.com
 
For a subscription to the Good Fat Life magazine, you can Text “InspiredGFL” to 55678 and send a SMS Message/Text to receive a digital subscription!
 
Website:  https://www.goodfatlife.com/
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Guest Links
Instagram: @kimhaaswriter
Facebook: facebook.com/kim.haas.31
Website: www.kimhaaswriter.com
Website: https://myspiritrising.net/
Substack: @kimhaaswriter

187: Embracing Life's Complexity with Jean Marie Moffa

Have compassion for yourself. On this week's episode of Good Fat Life, we explore the multifaceted dimensions of life alongside special guest Jean Marie Moffa, a development curator for the Good Fat Life magazine. Join us as we unpack the complexities of compassion, both with others and within ourselves. Life is a beautiful yet complex journey, punctuated by moments of pain, joy, and profound emotional depth. We celebrate the richness of emotions, affirming that feeling deeply is not only natural but crucial to our growth and understanding. Join us as we uncover new ways to embrace life's complexities and celebrate the beauty of being human.
 
Show Links:
Learn more about our magazine, podcast, and upcoming events by visiting goodfatlife.com
 
For a subscription to the Good Fat Life magazine, you can Text “InspiredGFL” to 55678 and send a SMS Message/Text to receive a digital subscription!
 
Website:  https://www.goodfatlife.com/
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Guest Info:
Jean Marie Moffa
Development Curator
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moffajm/

186: Get Out, Get Moving: Crossroads Sierra Club Community

Good Fat Life always preaches active movement. On this week’s episode, Sherri is joined by Vice Chair of Crossroads, Lee Burton, and newsletter editor and membership Co-Chair, Suzen Oliver. Together they discuss how Crossroads Sierra Club is an amazing organization to explore and enjoy nature and protect our natural heritage. Crossroads is open to anyone, you don’t have to be a member to participate in their countless activities and events. Looking for a group to walk with? Crossroads is your answer! Don’t be afraid to reach out, they are welcoming to anyone and everyone. Explore, Enjoy, Protect!
 
Show Links
Learn more about our magazine, podcast, and upcoming events by visiting goodfatlife.com
 
For a subscription to the Good Fat Life magazine, you can Text “InspiredGFL” to 55678 and send a SMS Message/Text to receive a digital subscription!
 
Website:  https://www.goodfatlife.com/
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Guest Links
Website: https://www.sierraclub.org/michigan/crossroads
Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/Sierra-Club-Crossroads-Group/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Crossroads.Group.Sierra.Club

185: Menopause is Not a Disease

Join Sherri this week for a captivating discussion with Licensed Acupuncturist, Carol Kremer, an award-winning, holistic health-care practitioner from Kremer Acupuncture.
 
If you haven't experienced menopause yet, you may be feeling some trepidation; the hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and body changes that everyone talks about. Or you may already be there and are disappointed in the limited treatment options available to help ease your symptoms.
 
Join us, as we explore the time-tested, highly effective approaches of Traditional Chinese Medicine that don't just "replace" your body's hormones, but instead support the natural function of every cell and system throughout each unique phase of menopause to help you transition with ease and grace.
 
 
Show Links
Learn more about our magazine, podcast, and upcoming events by visiting goodfatlife.com
 
For a subscription to the Good Fat Life magazine, you can Text “InspiredGFL” to 55678 and send a SMS Message/Text to receive a digital subscription!
 
Website:  https://www.goodfatlife.com/
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Guest Links
Website: www.LivingstonAcupuncture.comFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567826726456Insta: https://www.instagram.com/explore/search/keyword/?q=%23livingstonacupuncture