Where The Lotus Grows
As Integrative Sustainable Movement Educators and Health Advocates, our goal is to provide you with evidence based information gathered from research, experts in the field, and our personal and professional experience to help you advocate for your own health and wellness.Listen to Tonya and Kimberly as they take you on an intimate look into their lives and inspiring journey. Weekly episodes of storytelling, wisdom and talks sometimes with special guests as they dive into the grittiness of life as they find balance, trust, love, kindness and come out stronger for sharing their vulnerability with others.
Episodes
128 episodes
Toxic Positivity
Toxic positivity can be hard not to encounter and sometimes we're all guilty of urging others and even ourselves to "look on the bright side" instead of sitting with discomfort. At what point do "positive vibe" platitudes become toxic and...
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Season 3
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Episode 42
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41:51
Kim's Journey Pt. 20: What Comes After Cancer
Last time we caught up with Kim, she had great news - as her scans were all clear, BUT the next part of her journey had just begun. In todays episode, the ladies discuss Kim's upcoming surgery as a preventative measure and the new d...
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Season 3
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Episode 41
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45:48
Let's Revisit Cannabis - Professional Edition
Since her cancer diagnosis, Kim has learned a lot more about the medical marijuana industry and the use of cannabis in cancer care. The ladies dive deep into all of the new things she's learned from working with cannabis coaches and nurse...
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Season 3
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Episode 40
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45:25
A very special episode: Abortion
In the light of the SCOTUS decision over turning Roe V. Wade, the WTLG wanted to turn our grief into something that is (hopefully) constructive for the couragitarians. It was certainly cathartic for us. This episod...
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Season 3
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Episode 39
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1:28:51
Kim's Journey pt. 19: Finally Some Good News
Kim shares the good news and LOTS of thoughts about what happens next and how the health care system could be improved. A vital episode if you've been following Kim's Journey - Enjoy!
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Season 3
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Episode 38
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58:40
Interview: Dr. Gail Parker, PhD, C-IAYT, E-RYT
We are so excited to share our conversation with Dr. Gail Parker! Gail Parker, Ph.D. CIAYT, E-RYT 500 is an author, psychologist, educator, certified yoga therapist and a lifelong practitioner of yoga. She became president of the B...
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Season 3
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Episode 37
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1:16:24
The Pursuit of Perfect Health
The ladies discuss the idea of achieving "perfect heath," the marketing and capitalizing of health and wellness as an industry, and the dangers of health and wellness myths and stereotypes. They further discuss what ideal health now means to th...
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Season 3
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Episode 36
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52:50
Kim's Journey pt. 18: Rehabilitation Begins
Kim shares her experience starting physical therapy, the pros and cons of being on the flip side of movement education, and the value of difficult teachers.
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Season 3
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Episode 35
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50:25
Intentional Grounding
Tonya and Kim talk about the practice of intentional grounding, why it should be a part of your regular self care routine and how, once practiced regularly, it can become a powerful tool in a variety of situations. Bonus: Kim shares...
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Season 3
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Episode 34
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41:12
Maintaining Health During Times of Prolonged Stress
Let's fact it, stressful situations are a regular part of our day to day lives, and often the choices that we make regarding our own physical and mental health maintenance determine our overall state. What happens when we experience addit...
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Season 3
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Episode 33
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53:44
Kim's Journey pt. 17: Radiation Complete
Kim walks us through the remainder of her radiation journey and while excited to be done with that intense and painful process, discovers there is still so much more in store for post radiation treatment. Additionally, she is confronted w...
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Season 3
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Episode 32
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1:16:16
Let's Talk About Aging
Today the ladies discuss the process of aging, both from their personal experience in embracing getting older, to caring for our elderly and how to get the most out of life as you age.
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Season 3
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Episode 31
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52:50
Kim's Journey Pt. 16: The Radiation Experience
Kim describes her radiation experience, the mindfulness and breathing tools she employs during her sessions and how her awareness and interception is received by the nurses and technicians in the radiology department. She also shares with...
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Season 3
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Episode 30
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55:39
Cooking as Self-Care
As we've followed Kim on her Cancer Journey, self-care has come up more than ever. Today the ladies discuss cooking as a form of self-care and nourishment for the body, the mind, and the soul.
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Season 3
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Episode 29
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44:50
Kim's Journey Part 15: Radiation Run Through
Kim shares her experience preparing for radiation and all the fancy and not so fancy tech and devices related to this next phase of treatment. The process is highly venerable and the ladies discuss ways in which the medical communit...
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Season 3
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Episode 28
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38:57
Kim's Journey Pt. 14: Prosthesis
Post chemo, pre radiation, Kim went in for a prosthesis fitting. While there is still a lot to get used to in her new body, Kim's main concern after this experience is how mastectomy prosthesis and accessories should be more comfortable A...
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Season 3
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Episode 27
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39:06
Taking Time for Rest
Today, the ladies discuss the importance of rest and prioritizing real quiet time for yourself regularly. Rest is healing, revitalizing and a necessity in times when burnout seems inevitable. We hope you enjoy!
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Season 3
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Episode 26
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42:44
Kim's Journey - Pt. 13: Healing and Getting Back to it.... Within Limits
Kim shares how healing from her double mastectomy has impacted her everyday life. Learning to appreciate the simple things, take things slowly, and maintain a steady pace forward has been challenging but so rewarding. She also share...
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Season 3
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Episode 25
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55:14
Getting to Know Tonya: A Birth Story Pt. 2 Home Birth Addition
Circling back to our series getting to know Tonya, today's episode continues with the home birth of her daughter. Very different than the hospital birth and subsequent neonatal needs required during her first birth, birth two was a husban...
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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1:00:55
2021 Reflections and Moving Forward
Who could have predicted that 2021 would throw us more curve balls than 2020? In today's episode the ladies reflect on the previous year and discuss how it might define 2022. As always, a few words were selected as gentle guides easing in...
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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1:16:00
Kim's Journey - Pt 12: Surgery Recap and What Comes Next
Though far from the final stages of healing, the process begins as Kim shares the details of her double mastectomy including pre and post op procedures and the hopeful next steps.
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Season 3
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Episode 22
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1:41:04
New Beginnings Nidra
Another holiday gift to you. Today’s episode contains a Tonya guided meditation for you to enjoy. Another little disclaimer: if you usually listen to us while driving or working, this episode should probably be saved for when you...
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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11:57
A Winter Meditation
As a holiday gift to you, today’s episode contains a Kim guided meditation for you to enjoy. I just wanted to add a little disclaimer, that if you usually listen to us while driving or working, this episode should probably be saved for...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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38:48
Mindful Tips for Holiday Stress
This time of year can be filled celebration and festivities. For may of us, this also means additional stress in an already stressful time. Here are a few tips to help bring you comfort and joy this season. Please note: the n...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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32:54
Kim's Journey - Pt. 11: Light at the End of Tunnel #1
Kim get's some much needed positive news and we pause for a mini celebration/ happy dance before taking a deep breath and embracing the next phase of this big journey. Note: This will be the last update on Kim until we return in the new y...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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42:53