In this episode of Reawakening Beauty, your host Shawna Patruno interviews Brianna, a yoga instructor and mental health advocate, about her journey of healing and overcoming limiting beliefs through yoga, nutrition, and mindset changes. Brianna shares that her journey began six years ago when she struggled with anxiety and depression. She emphasizes the importance of integrating various aspects of life such as relationships, career, and spirituality into one's health. Brianna also discusses how building daily routines, practicing gratitude, and using breath work have transformed her life. She highlights the role of identifying and challenging limiting beliefs through journaling and self-reflection. The episode concludes with Brianna recommending resources, including her guide available on Instagram, that incorporate breathing practices and other techniques for growing confidence and regulating the nervous system.

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In this episode of Reawakening Beauty, the host, Shawna Patruno, discusses brain injuries and the journey to renewed brain health with guest Cynthia who shares her personal experience following a life-altering car accident at age 23. Both Cynthia and Shawna share a passion for healthy cooking, which played a significant role in their recovery. Cynthia talks about the resilience she discovered in herself, the importance of adapting one's vision of the future post-injury, and how she found solace and therapeutic value in baking. The conversation delves into overcoming negative coping mechanisms, establishing a routine, and utilizing fitness and wholesome nutrition for recovery. The episode also highlights the support from caregivers and encourages those going through similar struggles to lean into the recovery process, find their supportive community and create their own self-care plan to establish health boundaries and a thriving life with their new limitations.

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