From the Heart with Rachel Brathen

In today’s episode, Rachel is still deep in an anxiety spiral and she opens up about one of the reasons why that is: online hate. She talks about wearing her heart on her sleeve and feeling really vulnerable to the world - and how sometimes, actually, it’s our inner voice that is our own worst critic. Can we learn to tune out the noise coming from all directions? With some feel-good stories mixed in about Lea and life on the farm, Rachel shares how to soothe yourself when the world is loud and cruel, and what to do when an anxious season arrives. This episode is sure to get you in your feels - tune in! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s episode is a very vulnerable share from the heart. Rachel tells the story of clay - how it came into her life, how it feels when she’s working on the pottery wheel, and the doors that have been opened because of it. Have you ever tried something new that you knew innately was meant for you? Has working with your hands ever brought you a deep sense of peace that you can’t quite explain? Rachel opens up about the revelation she has had lately. There are some experiences we come across that have the ability to not only heal our inner child and what came before, but also all the generations that will come after us. Tune in for a beautiful piece of storytelling that will remind you that you are exactly where you are meant to be.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s episode begins with a grounding and a moment to anchor into your body - exactly what you may need if you’ve been feeling stressed or overwhelmed. This is how Rachel has been feeling lately. She discusses her new accelerated work day; the first time she has been working at this pace since her burnout. Old patterns have been cropping up, she’s had trouble sleeping, but it’s all for a beautiful reason: she is opening an exciting new venture with her brother, Ala Farms. She shares the whole story of Ala Farms, from how this land came to be owned by Rachel’s ancestors, to what the property is now, and the vision she has for it. Sometimes big steps can throw us off balance, but maybe it’s all part of the balance of life - and beginning something that makes your heart soar. Tune in to hear the high highs, the low lows, and the journey in between.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here’s a staggering fact: approximately 75% of homes harbor mold or bacteria, often lurking unseen by the people living in them. But what can we do about it? In today’s episode, Rachel is joined by Michael Rubino to put your mind at ease. Michael is a mold and air quality expert, environmental wellness advocate, and founder of HomeCleanse (https://homecleanse.com/), a revolutionary company with the vision to end the worldwide health epidemic, caused by poor air quality and toxic indoor environments. He is also the Host of Never Been Sicker podcast and Chair of Change the Air Foundation. Michael joins the show to break it all down. What is mold? Is it always bad? Is it in your home? And what can you do if it’s making you sick? Today’s show will help you keep your home healthy with actionable advice. And if you have been wondering if you have a mold problem in your home but you aren’t sure where to go from there, Michael’s team offers The Dust Test, an easy test that will detect hidden molds in your home and correlate them to the mycotoxins that may be found in your body. To check that out, visit the link below and use code RACHEL15 for 15% off.  Get answers from The Dust Test here: https://thedusttest.com/?_ef_transaction_id=&oid=2&affid=370 For more from Michael, visit his website (https://www.themichaelrubino.com/) or follow him on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/themichaelrubino/). To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are some memories that imprint themselves on our bodies. When we think about them again, those same feelings still linger and make themselves known. And when the time is right, we get presented with opportunities to heal in ways that we couldn’t in the past. In today’s episode, Rachel is four year post mold - and still processing and healing from this very difficult chapter of her life. She goes on a walk down memory lane and shares some stories she hasn’t before, including the full story of Bear, Lea’s stuffed animal. It all leads to where she is right now, feeling sad and grateful at the same time. Tune in for the journey. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do you live in tune with your monthly cycle? Do you rest when your body is calling you to rest? Do you stand in your power when you have more energy? In today’s episode, Rachel has just started her period. She shares how she has been feeling this time around, from her philosophical ponderings, to struggling with feeling small, and a funny story involving Dennis.Our cycles can often determine what we need in a day: how much rest we should get, how creative we feel, how we should nourish ourselves. But we don’t always listen to it. This episode will inspire you to get to know your cycle intimately. Being on your period can be a time of true connection and lead to a deeper understanding of yourself, but we are taught to pretend nothing is different. Tune in to change how you move through your day and listen to what your body is telling you. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to another segment of Ask Rachel! In today’s episode, Rachel begins with a little opening from the heart before diving into questions. She shares about grief, current happenings in her own life, and how she has been feeling. Then it’s time to answer your questions! Listeners called in today with beautiful questions on tips to move to another country, how to handle a major transition such as your kids moving out, what to do after a serious relationship ends, and where to look if you have a desire for more spirituality in your life.As always, it’s an episode that feels like having a coffee with a friend, or a warm hug on the day you need it most. Tune in to listen. If you have a question for Rachel, you can call her at +1 720 443 1771. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today’s episode, Rachel shares a beautiful morning ritual she has with Dennis and her children - they dance! She talks about how this ritual started, how Dennis and her are strengthening their relationship through bachata classes, and how important it is to keep doing new, intentional things with your loved ones. But this hobby has also had an unexpected impact on Rachel: she has learned how to move through life like you’re in a dance.As Rachel faces many endings and new beginnings at this time, from closing the Yoga Girl company, to a new project with her brother, and starting the Klaveret podcast with her best friends, the lesson continues to be: let go and let life lead the way. If you feel like you’re stumbling a lot lately, tune in for inspiration on how to let life take the lead. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Winter has come and gone, and the end of the season also marked something very special for Rachel: she taught her first retreat experience in five years! The Home Retreat ended on the Spring Equinox, and in today’s episode, Rachel tells you all about. She begins with a little history of her past retreats, the burnout she experienced, and the trepidation she felt stepping back into the vibe of a past self. She then opens up about the rocky start to the Home retreat, how she doubted her ability to do it all again, and when she finally felt the magic start to happen.But by the end of the retreat, Rachel was left standing really tall in her purpose for the first time in a long time. Tune in to hear all about it - and to be reminded that when you’re anchored in your true purpose, you’ll know. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Have you ever sneezed and were embarrassed to find that a little bit of pee came out? Have you given birth and felt so different down there afterward? Are you having painful sex? Welcome to an episode all about your pelvic floor muscles. Rachel is joined by Dr. Sara Reardon, aka @the.vagina.whisperer on Instagram, to take a look at common issues women experience with their pelvic floor, what they really mean, and how to treat them.To begin the episode, Dr. Sara shares exactly what the pelvic floor muscles are. She discusses different phases of a woman’s life that can lead to problems down there, what the most common problems are, and tips and tricks we can bring into our every day life to help solve them. The bottom line is - while these issues are common, they are very treatable! Dr. Sara shares how to properly pee and poop, how to find your supportive mom friends, what period products to use, and practical advice to do every day. This is an episode that opens up a discussion that so many of us sweep under the rug - let’s normalize this conversation and begin healing. We don’t just have to live with it.Since 2007, Dr. Sara Reardon has been caring for people’s pelvic floors as a board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist. She is the Founder of The V-Hive, an online pelvic floor workout platform for pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, painful sex, and pelvic floor strengthening. As The Vagina Whisperer on Instagram and TikTok, she has hundreds of thousands of followers. Sara lives in New Orleans, La. with her husband and two sons. FLOORED: A Woman’s Guide to Pelvic Floor Health at Every Age and Stage, available for pre-order and releasing June 10 2025, is her first book.Find Dr. Sara’s book for pre-order here: https://thevagwhisperer.com/floored/Check out the V-Hive, online workouts for your pelvic floor and core here: https://thevagwhisperer.com/membership/  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices