The Wisdom of Wellness Podcast
Dr. Kayla Lucas
Welcome to The WOW Pod, hosted by Dr. Kayla Lucas — a mom, faith-filled wellness advocate, and healthcare professional who’s not afraid to ask hard questions and challenge the culture of convenience.In a world full of noise, confusion, and quick-fix health fads, this podcast is your place to get rooted. Rooted in truth. Rooted in intentionality. And most importantly—rooted in faith.Each episode pulls back the curtain on modern wellness, exposing myths, confronting mainstream narratives, and exploring what it really means to steward your health in alignment with how God designed your body, your mind, and your spirit to thrive.Whether we’re talking nutrition, nervous system healing, detoxing your home, or discerning spiritual deception, this show is about reclaiming the lost wisdom of wellness—with biblical truth as the foundation.If you're tired of watered-down advice, overwhelmed by the system, or hungry for a more meaningful approach to well-being, you're in the right place.This is real talk for the truth-seekers, freedom-fighters, and faith-followers.Get ready to unlearn, relearn, and make WELL a state of being—one bold, faith-rooted conversation at a time.--Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical care. It is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health regimen.This podcast is not connected to any private practice, and listening does not establish a doctor-patient relationship. Statements regarding supplements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease.
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Jun 5, 2023 • 14min
💫SHE Shines 💫- Sacrifice Is Not Synonymous With Success
Welcome to our first SHE Shines episode; this new concept on the podcast is for you to gain power for your day or your week and will be shorter snippets filled with bright and impactful conversations.We have grown up in a world where many have learned that we must sacrifice certain aspects of our lives to succeed. We have seen hustle culture firsthand and have experienced some of the elements and consequences of sacrifice. In this episode, I am here to shed light and unpack characteristics and traits that can be used to help you become successful without experiencing the side effects of sacrifice, which can lead to personal neglect and burnout. We don’t need to sacrifice to get where we want to go in life and business; we must change our mindset to embrace our empowered perspective. We talk more about:Sense of the word sacrificeNew work culture vs. hustle cultureEmpowered energy and living with a different mindsetFive characteristics that can assist in your success Take Away Questions:How do you define success for yourself?How can you view the sacrifices you have made or the ones you are currently making from an empowered perspective?What traits do you have that are holding you back from success?What traits make you feel excited?What will you do this week to take better care of yourself, beautiful?How are you serving your highest good?Send us a text✨👋 Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!
May 29, 2023 • 40min
Building Businesses + Raising Babies w. Trish Regier
Today we are joined by Trish Regier, a previous journeyman hairstylist to real estate agent! Trish runs her business with a heart-forward approach, leading to a boutique-style genuine business. In this episode, we will discuss building a business as a mompreneur and some of its challenges. We will also discuss real estate as Trish outlines the concept of quality over quantity as a service provider and how it leads to a more genuine connection in business and life. We talk more about:Trish’s journey from a hairstylist to a real estate agentThe importance of building genuine relationshipsQuality over quantity from a service providers perspectiveDetails on the fast-paced market of real estateMain benefits of hiring a real estate agentWhy staging your home is so important when sellingManaging a business as a mompreneur Mom guilt and tips on how to overcome itConnect with Trish:InstagramWebsiteSend us a text✨👋 Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!
May 22, 2023 • 16min
20. Romanticize Your Life
It is beautiful to have romance in your life, and there are many ways to incorporate it into your daily routine. In today’s episode, I will share my simple methods to romanticize your life, from self-care to fresh flowers by the bedside table. Realizing the small things that bring you joy can make the difference in feeling the self-love and luxury many crave.We talk more about:Appreciating the milestones we experience in lifeIncorporating romance into your daily lifeHaving the “self-care first mentality”Allowing your children to see the importance of self-careSkincare and wellness routine benefitsAllowing yourself to enjoy the small things you love Send us a text✨👋 Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!
May 15, 2023 • 26min
19. Journaling ✨101✨
Journaling is a powerful tool for personal growth and self-improvement. It can help you become more self-aware, reduce stress, and improve overall health. In today’s episode, we will discuss the benefits of journaling on the brain and compare low and high-self-thought journals. I will unpack helpful tips and ideas on journaling and explain success from a manifestation perspective.We talk more about:The struggle of making journaling a priorityTips on how to make journaling a routine in your lifeHealth, success, and highest selfBenefits of journaling and the impact it has on the brainThe Personalization of JournalingLow-self-thoughts vs. high self-thoughtsGoals in journalingSend us a text✨👋 Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!
May 8, 2023 • 20min
18. This is 33 🎈
Celebrating your birthday is a way to honor yourself and your life's journey. It allows us to reflect on the past, appreciate the present, and look forward to the future. In today's episode, I will shine a light on the importance of acknowledging your beautiful existence and the beauty of setting intentional time aside for your birthday. Not only will I share ways I celebrate my birthday, but I will also share my biggest takeaways from the year that has passed.We talk more about:Acknowledging your beautiful existence in this worldImportance and beauty of setting intentional time aside for your birthday5 ways I celebrate my birthday New ideas on how to celebrate your birthday!Perspective on why the celebration of your life is so importantBiggest take aways from the year that has passedSend us a text✨👋 Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!
May 1, 2023 • 49min
17. 🩸Your Cycle is Your SUPERPOWER🩸 w. Sarah Morden
Today we are joined by Sarah Morden, a certified coach, corporate leader, and cyclical queen who supports women in decoding the wisdom of their cycle. In this episode, we unpack the gaps of our cycle and how it is the guidebook for our personal and professional lives. Next, Sarah explains the 4 phases of the cycle and shares practices to better understand and support ourselves during these phases on a new level. She states the importance of changing the conversation for young women so they can live a fulfilled life. We talk more about:Unpacking the gaps of our cycleWhy our cycle is so importantThe 4 phases of the cycle explainedInward and outward energyWhy the cycle is described as a superpowerJournaling with your cycleChanging the conversation for young girls Connect with Sarah:WebsiteInstagramSend us a text✨👋 Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!
Apr 24, 2023 • 20min
16. Coming Back to Joy!
Join me in this episode, where I share vulnerable truths about experiencing human emotion and being in that negative headspace. I explain how I found my joy following this emotion so I could reconnect and move forward. I have discovered that we sometimes lose sight of the bigger picture, and seeing what gives us joy and clarity can help determine the outcome. I had to defibrillate my thoughts and focus on something different for a positive result to move past it. We talk more about:Experiencing human emotionGetting out of a negative head spacePerspective shifts and getting to joyHow living in joy is so meaningfulThe importance of finding what gives you joySend us a text✨👋 Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!
Apr 19, 2023 • 24min
15. ✨BONUS✨ Ask Kayla - Time Management & Harmony
Today's episode is unique as it is the first ever ask Kayla bonus episode! I will answer and unpack the listener's frequently asked questions and elaborate on specific factors. For this episode, the listeners have expressed their interest in expanding on the concept of harmony and time management for me and what that looks like. I will dive into freeing up space in my busy schedule and the power of delegation and routine.We talk more about:Concept of balance and time management The first step to finding balance/harmony How grace is an act of self-love Embodying patienceWays to free up space by investing in your growthThe power of routine for managing timeThe action of delegation to free up timeSend us a text✨👋 Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!
Apr 17, 2023 • 56min
14. From Illness to Wellness w. Marie Barker
We begin this episode with the inspirational story that brought Marie Barker to wellness. Marie Barker is a fun-loving women’s wellness coach specializing in mindfulness-based somatic practices such as meditation, breath work, and movement. She is a certified Lifestyle Meditation Teacher with additional training in Breathwork and Metaphysics. This episode discusses navigating wellness and simple practices that can improve our health and wellness. Furthermore, we discuss Cyclical Living which involves our lives in connection with the seasons and moon cycle. Stay tuned to learn fascinating tips and tricks to better ourselves through wellness. We talk more about:Navigating wellnessPractices to express your thoughtsImportance of putting your thoughts on paperSimple techniques of health and wellnessTips to get you started on your wellness journeyThe benefits of realizing food habits are not serving you Connect with Marie:WebsiteInstagramPodcastSend us a text✨👋 Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!
Apr 10, 2023 • 24min
13. Creating Safety Psychology for Your Team
Heart-centered leadership is an approach to leadership that emphasizes the importance of leading from a place of empathy, compassion, and authenticity. In addition, heart-centered leadership realizes and prioritizes creating a culture of trust, openness, and collaboration, ensuring the team feels valued and supported. In today’s episode, you will hear about the importance of creating safety psychology for your team, how to level up your leadership, and the benefits it will have on those you lead. Stay tuned for the five ways you can make that happen! Let’s empower and shift to close the gaps and lead a team who thrives!We talk more about:Understanding how to make your team thriveNavigating the professional ego Benefits of insight and feedback from your teamTeam engagement Nipping the drama when maneuvering the egoLeveling up your leadershipSend us a text✨👋 Don't forget to subscribe and leave a 5-star review.Send your questions & comments to: info.thewowpodcast@gmail.com You can also share it on your social media and tag me @the.wowpod & @iam.drkaylalucas Thank you so much for being a part of the WOW pod community; until next time! Lead with love and joy!
