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We’re back!!!! Old school MelAsh shootin the sh*t! In this episode we talk about rethinking old beliefs. It’s something we should all do, and though, it’s tough!! When was the last time you reconsidered some old beliefs and thoughts, in any area of your life? Let’s talk about it! Book: Think Again By Adam Grant Ashval link: https://linktr.ee/theashval Embodied Human Link: https://www.empoweredhealersacademy.com/embodied-human IG: theashval Mel link: https://linktr.ee/mel_connects_the_dots IG: mel_connects_the_dots Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are SO excited to have Stacey Bootsman who is a nutrition specialist who focuses on real life sustainable nutrition. Let’s be honest, typically you hear “Nutrition Coach” we’re conditioned to think ‘weight loss’ and though that can be a noble goal, is it REALLY what you’re looking for?? Stacey, Mel and I (AshVal) chat about real life tips and tricks to eat to be healthy AND enjoyment! Yes, those two things are not mutually exclusive. Stacey has such a refreshing approach to food and how to integrate healthy habits you’re gonna want to bring a notepad! Want to connect with Stacey?? Check out the links below See you all in the episode! Much love, AshVal & Mel Stacey Bootsman: IG: staceybootsnutrition website: www.staceybootsnutrition.com Ashval link: https://linktr.ee/theashval Reknowing Link: www.reknowingseries.com IG: theashval Mel link: https://linktr.ee/mel_connects_the_dots Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 9 Year Cycle What the heck is that?? So glad you asked ;) Dan Millman wrote a book called “The Life You Were Born To Live, A guide to finding your life purpose” and in it he uses numerology (based on your birthday and year) to help give you insights into who you are. In the book he also talks about a 9 year cycle, and this particular cycle starts on your birthday, so not calendar new year, bday new year. In this episode Mel n AshVal reflect on their current year and what's coming down the pipe as both their birthdays are coming up aaaaand this time of year is great for reflecting. Here’s the themes for each year so you can check out where you’re at and where you’re going. To determine what year you’re in take your birthday month, day and current year and add up each number. Here’s an example, AshVal is Jan 30, so 1+3+0+2+0+2+1= 9, so she's' in year 9 this year, for her upcoming birthday the math would be 1+3+0+2+0+2+2= 10 (1+0=1) and she’s going into year 1 9 Year Cycle Themes: Year 1- Creativity and Confidence Year 2- Cooperation and Balance Year 3- Expression and Sensitivity Year 4- Stability and Process Year 5- Freedom and Disipline Year 6- Vision and Acceptance Year 7- Trust and Openness Year 8- Abundance and Power Year 9- Integrity and Wisdom Much love, AshVal & Mel Ashval link: https://linktr.ee/theashval Reknowing Link: www.reknowingseries.com IG: theashval Mel link: https://linktr.ee/mel_connects_the_dots Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here we are, it's the end of the year!! Again or already, we aren't quite sure. In this episode we discuss and reflect on the year that was, this time last year we we talking about what we were calling forward for this year and daaamnnn, there were some crazy lessons. We also reminisce about how cute and sneaky the universe it at teaching its lessons. Join us in reflecting, and we encourage you to do your own!! And join us next episode as we gear up for next year! Much love, AshVal n Mel Ashval link: https://linktr.ee/theashval Reknowing Link: www.reknowingseries.com IG: theashval Mel link: https://linktr.ee/mel_connects_the_dots Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we chat with Gail Hogarth (who has been working in mental health for 15 years) all about TRAUMA! (ps, Gail has her Masters in Social work and is a wealth of information!) It's a topic that is sort of vague on it's implications as trauma is so relative to the person experiencing it, and there is NO hierarchy on trauma so what do we do with it?? Gail breaks down brain function, why anxiety inhibits our ability to function properly and some starter processes and interventions on how to heal from our traumas. This could easily become a 50 part series, but for now, here's part 1! Thank you so much for joining us and be sure to share this with your friends and drop us a message on IG or Apple! Much love, AshVal n Mel Ashval link: https://linktr.ee/theashval Reknowing link: www.reknowingseries.com IG: theashval Mel link: https://linktr.ee/mel_connects_the_dots Gail Hogarth: www.gailhtherapyandassociates.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode we go a bit deeper on recent awarenesses of "dad stuff" You know when you think you've done all the work and then all of a sudden you're faced with a new version of the old sh*t...yup, that's what happened here too! That's ok though, as we're always here for the ebbs and flows life has to give, and we ride the wave knowing we'll come out stronger, more grounded and in our truth then when we started. AAAND we chat about the beauty of slowing down and taking a breath. Join us! And if it feels good share with your friends :D Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you know if you're actually healing?!?! Great question....seriously! It's one of those things that can't be measured or quantified so how can you "prove it" AshVal get's her rant on in this one and we are pumped to hear your thoughts on it! Remember, if this or any other episode resonates please comment on your fav listening platform, share with your friends and drop us a DM on instagram! See you all next time, Those bishes at SFYL (AshVal n Mel ;) Ashval link: https://linktr.ee/theashval Reknowing Link: www.reknowingseries.com IG: theashval Mel link: https://linktr.ee/mel_connects_the_dots

In this episode Mel has Emilee as a guest and they both talk about attachment styles. Anxious, secure and avoidant. Give a couple examples on all of them and are walking you through their storms of realizing that they are both avoidant. How to create boundaries but also respecting your anxious partner attachment style. How it feels to be avoidant and seen as the bad guy. How to be present in your relationship. Join us for this fun conversation, oh we talk about Sex too.. Cause relationships needs a little spice.. Right? Instagram Links: @4PLAYPodcast @Em_conditioning @mel_connects_the_dots Books: Attached - Amir Levide, M.D. - Rachel S.F. Heller M.A Create the love podcast

In this episode Mel has Emilee as a guest and they both talk about attachment styles. Anxious, secure and avoidant. Give a couple examples on all of them and are walking you through their storms of realizing that they are both avoidant. How to create boundaries but also respecting your anxious partner attachment style. How to be present in your relationship. Join us for this fun conversation, oh we talk about Sex too.. Cause relationships needs a little spice.

In this episode we talk about body goals, and what we’ve experienced in our professional careers as personal trainers as well as in Subconscious Imprinting. We discuss the curious fascination people have about how they look, are supposed to look, are ALLOWED to look and how to navigate yourself to YOUR truth. Whatever YOU want for your body is your damn business and nobody else's! Period. Much love, AshVal & Mel Ashval link: https://linktr.ee/theashval Reknowing Link: www.reknowingseries.com IG: theashval Mel link: https://linktr.ee/mel_connects_the_dots

In this episode we talk about body goals, and what we’ve experienced in our professional careers as personal trainers as well as in Subconscious Imprinting. We discuss the curious fascination people have about how they look, are supposed to look, are ALLOWED to look and how to navigate yourself to YOUR truth. Whatever YOU want for your body is your damn business and nobody else's! Period. Much love, AshVal & Mel

It’s been a couple days but WE’RE BACK!!!! We hope you’ve had a magical summer and played A LOT!!! We sure friggen did, pretty sure Mel’s on her way to be a golf pro (no BFD), AshVal on the other hand got lost in fiction books #classic In this episode we talk about food, a topic that we could dedicate the entirety of the podcast to, let's be honest. We chat about how to navigate food on vacation and when traveling with others, how to address potential triggers at home AND how it’s up to each of us individually to take ownership of our food stories (yes get help if you need, it’s up to you but you don’t have to do it alone) Mel and AshVal have very different food stories, backgrounds and goals, so join us as we discuss this differences and how we’ve learned to work with each other and how you can do the same. What’s your food story!??! Let us know in the comments! And remember to like and share this episode if it resonates, the more people we can reach the better and your support means the WORLD! Much love, AshVal n Mel PS Shout out to Stacey Bootsman, Nutrition Coach You can find her on IG @staceybootsnutrition Links: Connect with Ashval  Reknowing Get Module 1 as a gift from me!) Instagram Connect with Mel Instagram

It’s been a couple days but WE’RE BACK!!!! We hope you’ve had a magical summer and played A LOT!!! We sure friggen did, pretty sure Mel’s on her way to be a golf pro (no BFD), AshVal on the other hand got lost in fiction books #classic In this episode we talk about food, a topic that we could dedicate the entirety of the podcast to, let's be honest. We chat about how to navigate food on vacation and when traveling with others. Help here for anyone looking to change their story around food.

What's the deal with money??? AshVal and Mel have THE conversation about money. Why do we avoid talking about it?? IS it bad form to be proud of what you've received and earned? Where do these judgements come from? AshVal shares how she learned her money story as a young girl, the constant theme was 'never enough'. Find how how she changed the script and how her current energy around money has made a huge transformation in her life. Find out how she opened herself to receiving everything; money, gifts, and most importantly, help. Mel's money story also started young, she learned that to have money you have to work really, reeaallllly hard. She was also taught that money was love. She worked hard and earned money to buy a car or take a trip but didn't understand how to save up or budget. She explains how she flipped her money story to ease and abundance. We also discuss debt, the 4 letter word that is never to be spoken of, and why it may feel comfortable or even normal to always have it! What do you do if you have extra money and no bills to pay?!?! It's gotta go somewhere right?!?! We also bust out the B word, you'll know it when you hear it ;) What is the long term solution to having a great relationship with money? Get your notepad and join us to find out how! Much love, AshVal and Mel Ashval link: https://linktr.ee/theashval Reknowing Link: www.reknowingseries.com IG: theashval Mel link: https://linktr.ee/mel_connects_the_dots IG: mel_connects_the_dots

What's the deal with money??? AshVal and Mel have THE conversation about money. Why do we avoid talking about it?? IS it bad form to be proud of what you've received and earned? Where do these judgements come from? AshVal shares how she learned her money story as a young girl, the constant theme was 'never enough'. Mel's money story also started young, she learned that to have money you have to work really, reeaallllly hard.

This episode had SOOOOO many people reaching out with their stories and connections so how could we not replay it?!?! In this episode we dive into the nerd brain of AshVal. She's had an obsession with the body, how it functions, how it's influenced by people, places and things. And questioning "why am I the way I am?" Why do certain things hurt and never seem to heal? We're here to shed some light on all of this! We dig into common aches and pains we've recognized in our clients (and ourselves) over the years and what the potential root could be. So if you're experiencing or have experienced similar you can maybe consider a different angle to your healing and health. Is it all in your head? Can you really "just heal yourself"? Isn't that the placebo effect?? Maybe, maybe not.... the real question is what do you have to lose? Your body is ALWAYS communicating to you, are you listening? **disclaimer!! we are not here to sway you away from traditional western medicine, there is a time and place for all types and modalities and needs for healing, we're here to offer a perspective you might not have considered until now Much love, AshVal and Mel Ashval link: https://linktr.ee/theashval Reknowing Link: www.reknowingseries.com IG: theashval Mel link: https://linktr.ee/mel_connects_the_dots IG: mel_connects_the_dots

This episode had SOOOOO many people reaching out with their stories and connections so how could we not replay it?!?! In this episode we dive into the nerd brain of AshVal. She's had an obsession with the body, how it functions, how it's influenced by people, places and things. And questioning "why am I the way I am?" Why do certain things hurt and never seem to heal? We're here to shed some light on all of this!

We had so much great feedback from this episode we decided to reboot it! I mean who doesn't like to reminisce about their first time?!? Obviously we're talking about therapy! How it was awkward, scary and overwhelming. We also discuss the unlikely avenues we've each found ourselves on in our own personal journeys of healing and what we've learned so far **special shout out to Mel for trust falling and going when AshVal invites her to random events Bottom line, is there are as many ways to heal as there are people on the planet. There is no one right answer that applies to everyone, so try a lot of things and be open to having your mind blown! Join us, and comment on our IG or on your fav podcast subscription and tell us about your first time! Much love, AshVal and Mel Ashval link: https://linktr.ee/theashval Reknowing Link: www.reknowingseries.com IG: theashval Mel link: https://linktr.ee/mel_connects_the_dots IG: mel_connects_the_dots

We had so much great feedback from this episode we decided to reboot it! I mean who doesn't like to reminisce about their first time?!? Obviously we're talking about therapy! How it was awkward, scary and overwhelming. We also discuss the unlikely avenues we've each found ourselves on in our own personal journeys of healing and what we've learned so far **special shout out to Mel for trust falling and going when AshVal invites her to random events

A fan fav we are bringing back!!!! As Don Miguel Ruiz (author of The Four Agreements) says….”like a sword, with two edges, your word can create the most beautiful dream, or your word can destroy everything around you” Words are like magic, they can bring the impossible to life just by saying them out loud, like casting a spell or placing a curse. In this episode we talk about the impact words have. We dive into self talk and how important the words you use in your internal dialogue are as well as how you speak to and of others. As always, we sprinkle in some tips and tricks so you can level up your game. I you like this episode or any other don’t be shy share with a friend! We’ll be back soon! Thank you for tuning in! Much love, AshVal & Mel Ashval link: https://linktr.ee/theashval Reknowing Link: www.reknowingseries.com IG: theashval Mel link: https://linktr.ee/mel_connects_the_dots