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From Your Center

Lea Durante, NP & Adriana Baer, MFA

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Ideas, inspiration, and guidance to take courageous action towards a life well-lived. Combining our expertise in art and science, we help you integrate body, mind, and spirit to empower your personal and professional growth. Join us for weekly conversations, cutting-edge research, personal stories, and a solid dose of laughter. Hosted by: Lea Durante, NP & Adriana Baer, MFA
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The Climb

The Inner Mountain Foundation

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Welcome to "The Climb," a remarkable personal discovery and empowerment journey hosted by the inspiring Natasha Walstra. This podcast is proudly presented by the Inner Mountain Foundation, a platform that nurtures the growth and development of women around the globe. "The Climb" embodies the spirit of the Inner Mountain Foundation’s mission, focusing on the greatest mountain we face – the one within us. It is a profound journey that invites us to overcome self-doubt, shatter societal stereot ...
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This episode is packed with invaluable insights as Kim shares her transition from running an in-person fitness business to establishing herself as an online thought leader in coaching and publishing. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of the publishing world and the challenges of standing out in today's content-heavy, AI-driven environme…
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Welcome to "The Climb," brought to you by the Inner Mountain foundation and inspired by the empowering work of Diane Wong. In today's episode, hosts Natasha Walstra and business maven Pallavi Pande dive into the dynamic journey of running a sustainable business amidst the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic. Tune in to learn how Pallavi identified …
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Robin Higgins embarked on her journey with the exact expectations that shaped the futures of many of her peers — the drive towards professional success as the unwavering path to financial security. Her narrative began to unfold within the collegiate halls as a chemistry major, a field she pursued not out of genuine passion but instead for practical…
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Lea Durante is a scholar whose educational journey took her through the halls of the nation's most prestigious institutions, including Harvard and Johns Hopkins. A testament to her pursuit of knowledge, Lea's academic endeavors led her to an astonishing discovery that piqued her intellectual curiosity—the intricacies of the endocannabinoid system. …
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In this installment of "The Climb," titled "Paths to Success: Embracing Varied Experiences," join us with the extraordinary Dee Kerr. Journey through Dee's evolution from crafting technological innovations to making strides in the literary publishing industry, all while emphasizing the importance of relishing in unique and non-direct career achieve…
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In this episode, "Crafting Your Brand: Self-Care and Connection with Emily Paulsen," prepare to delve deep as Emily shares her entrepreneurial journey, from corporate roles at Abercrombie and Fitch and The Wendy's Company, to founding her venture, Electric Collab, a haven for women entrepreneurs. We'll unpack her belief in branding's multisensory p…
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In this episode of 'The Climb,' host Natasha Walstra talks with Dr. Noor A Ali. Dr. Noor discusses her transition from a career in medicine to starting several businesses. They cover topics like personal branding, with Dr. Noor explaining the concept behind her 'Think Like a Woman' initiative, which aims to help female entrepreneurs overcome challe…
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This week, we have some news from FromYour Center 🎙️ We’re excited to share new offerings for 2024 🎉 Lea is launching her Integration Experience to help women optimize their mental health and step into vibrant energy with her innovative & simple 4-step process for brain change to finally ditch stress, anxiety, burnout and exhaustion from being spre…
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Some of the most cliched, tossed around words today are: “Personal Growth" and "Professional Development.” In becoming buzzwords, they lose their ability to help us or effectively elicit change. Our brains need a refresh and rebrand. Tune in learn why it’s time to: - Ditch the butterfly analogy and embrace the DRAGONFLY metamorphosis of emergence -…
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In this enriching episode of 'The Climb', host Natasha Walstra engages in a profound conversation with Stephanie Thoma around the nuances of introversion and the art of genuine connection. Titled 'The Introvert's Guide to Energy Management and Authentic Connections', Natasha unpacks the journey from introspection to public speaking, touching on the…
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Have you heard of Human Design? Are you using your chart to understand and work with your energy for greater impact and alignment? Do you know your type and response strategy? Join our conversation with Amy Clemente, Human Design Expert to understand more about this unique framework and lens to discover the mechanics of your nature and find out wha…
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90% of New Year’s resolutions fail. Even 90% of patients fail to implement doctor’s recommendations. The good news: it’s not our fault. The popular model for change we’re all operating from is broken and doesn’t work. BUT there’s a new model. Listen in to learn the EFFECTIVE model for change that you can use to find success in any life, health, fit…
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Do you struggle with anxiety, stress, anger or fear? We’re sharing a super easy and effective way to melt away challenging emotions in a minute. Kids, teens, or adults, we can all use tapping to move energies and emotions through and out of the body. With her clients, Lea has seen this technique help: - Children when frightened to get a flu shot. -…
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Listen to host Natasha Walstra as she talks with Krystle George, a mental health expert and the founder of Mindful Vibe Wellness. In this episode, Krystle discusses her shift from corporate behavioral health to starting her own company, a decision influenced by her family's history of helping others and a realization during the pandemic. Learn abou…
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How can we enter challenging times and the unknown without being swallowed up? On this longest night of the year, we explore darkness: How to find your way through How to find the deep, powerful lessons it holds How to stay tethered so the hard places don’t derail your life We chat about nervous system states on this episode. For definitions and fu…
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"I'm afraid of public speaking. Help! What do I do about it?" We've got you. Listen in for some quick and concrete tools. Body Scan Tool! GET YOUR FREE RESOURCES Take Lea’s nervous system quiz: What's your Nervous System Type? 7 quick questions to discover your typical nervous system state and how to shift it. Search Adriana's public speaking tips …
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Does the subconscious really control 90% of what we think, feel and do? 🤯 And can it prevent a blind man who lost his cane from falling while walking in a cluttered hall? Answering this audience question today on the pod! Check out what your retina sees vs. the picture your subconscious presents to your conscious awareness HERE. GET YOUR FREE RESOU…
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In this episode, we're diving deep into the issues faced by women in leadership roles, confronting the subtleties of discrimination, and the challenges of managing imposter syndrome. Jeff brings his invaluable insights from coaching and consulting, particularly for mid-sized founder-led companies and female senior executives. We discuss the importa…
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Can you think of a worse criticism than being called "passive" or "weak"? In our society of doers, producers, and achievers the concept of acceptance feels foreign and a bit like giving up or backing down. But what if acceptance is actually the doorway to a powerful, honest engagement with life and the most effective place to move from both persona…
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What is the science of gratitude? Can it really improve your physical health, longevity and mood? How can you practice the art of noticing and appreciating? Headed into the Thanksgiving holiday, we explore the incredible mental, emotional, and physical health benefits of gratitude and HOW we actually incorporate this practice into daily life. A gig…
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Natasha Walstra talks with our guest, Peyton Meredith. Peyton, a single mom, moved from California to South Carolina, showing great determination and faith. Her path took her from working in sports television to studying Chinese medicine and alternative therapies. She overcame personal challenges and is now the COO of a successful company. The epis…
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What is Neuroplasticity? We're hearing about it everywhere. Our brains can change! We can rewire our brains! Lea explains it all. GET YOUR FREE RESOURCES Take Lea’s nervous system quiz: What's your Nervous System Type? 7 quick questions to discover your typical nervous system state and how to shift it. Search Adriana's public speaking tips + tools.…
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The Life-Work tug of war is constant. You are never just one title, identity or role; personal or professional. So how the heck do you actually create a life that honors and holds all the hyphens, titles, passion projects and hats you love wearing? This week we engage that tension. We brainstorm and troubleshoot the particular stress of all the bal…
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In this special in person episode recorded in Los Angelas California, our host Natasha Walstra set down with Diane Wang, founder of the Inner Mountain Foundation, DHGate, and MyShopp. Natasha was also joined in this discussion by Zoe Unlimited and Dayna Marie. They share their own journeys of creativity, resilience, and pursuing their passions agai…
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What’s the secret to change? Lea pops in with a quick reflection on our new title and how finding, expanding and operating from your integrated center: body-mind and spirit is the key to change personally and professionally. Evolution and growth toward a full, vibrant, expansive, joyful and impactful life is rooted in your wisdom within. GET YOUR F…
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Let’s be honest… we’ve ALL tried to change and failed. But what if the problem isn’t you? We’ve all attempted the new year’s resolution or shot for a professional goal at work and… the vast majority of us missed the mark. We feel trapped by circumstances, obligations, and beliefs that we can’t actually do more or be more. We’ve learned change is ha…
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Jade Pruett is a successful entrepreneur who fearlessly pursued her dreams and built her own business from scratch. Despite feeling intimidated and out of place, she was determined to make her mark in the business world. With the help of a mentor who introduced her to the right people, Jade found her own path towards success. Starting off with rain…
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When Adriana was young, she discovered that through theater, she could communicate inner emotions outwardly and move an audience. She then became fascinated with the art movement Expressionism which externalizes internal ideas to evoke change. As a director and coach, she helps people reveal authentic self-expression by starting from their core cen…
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Did you see that? New name, new season! Welcome to From Your Center! We’re celebrating 50 episodes, downloads on every continent, and so much gratitude for YOU, our listeners! We’re sharing: why the name changed what we’ve learned this past year and the surprising, unifying truth from our different perspectives in art and science Can’t stop, won’t …
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Are you ready for real change? We've got you! Welcome to From Your Center: Ideas, inspiration, and guidance to take courageous action towards a life well-lived. Combining our expertise in art and science, we help you integrate body, mind, and spirit to empower your personal and professional growth. Join us for weekly conversations, cutting-edge res…
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Welcome to The Climb, the podcast where we delve into the stories and experiences of remarkable individuals who have traversed the inner mountains of their lives, emerging stronger, wiser, and more successful. In this episode, we are joined by Kristin Spencer, an inspiring entrepreneur, author, and podcast host, who shares her transformative journe…
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We know the things we need to do to feel good like eating healthy and moving our bodies... and yet we struggle to actually do them. In today’s episode we reveal of how to close this gap from knowing to doing by: understanding the power of the subconscious mind naming the “great lie” of the health & wellness industry discovering hidden resistance Be…
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Susanne Ekstrom's business journey began during the dot-com era when she was part of a major Swedish.com company. However, like many others, the company faced the crash of the dot-com bubble, leading to bankruptcy. This devastating experience, which resulted in the loss of everything she had invested, drove Susanne to help other companies avoid suc…
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Q&A Time! How does dopamine affect our habits? Lea gives us an updated definition of dopamine and how it impacts our brains, moods, motivations and our habits. We began this conversation in our two part series about how the algorithm of social media affects our brain chemistry. Catch -up or re-listen to those full episodes here: Is Social Media Bad…
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Welcome to "The Climb," a remarkable personal discovery and empowerment journey hosted by the inspiring Natasha Walstra. This podcast is proudly presented by the Inner Mountain Foundation, a platform that nurtures the growth and development of women around the globe. "The Climb" embodies the spirit of the Inner Mountain Foundation’s mission, focusi…
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Feeling drained by the never ending “to-do” list and all the giving you do? Of course you are. We are ALL feeling depleted after these last few wild years. Burnout remains a constant conversation topic, so we’re sharing how to shift and expand so you can show up to this life from a place of fullness, aliveness, and vibrant energy. Join to hear: why…
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We’ve neglected the topic of "spirit." We’re afraid to offend, to disagree or be at odds with others so we just don’t talk about it…. But it’s the piece that makes us feel alive and connected. And the piece that has the power to transport and transform, to change every cell in our body and make our work pop. Join us for a conversation to explore th…
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Fears. We all got’em. This week we go into that dark, scary, uncomfortable place and figure out how to navigate with curiosity and courage to survive with a bit more ease. Listen in for: –nervous system mapping IRL –how to pull on threads to untangle your fears –why stepping into the unknown is the key for real connection Thanks always for being he…
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Adriana shares a vulnerable story of an intense panic attack and the embodied fear, freak out, and shut down that accompanied it. Lea coaches her to understand: –the physiologic process of fear –her unique nervous system –how map ventral, sympathetic & dorsal states to empower more agency This week we’re doing things a little bit differently. Enjoy…
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Welcome to Part 2 of our conversation about social media and AI. We explore the personal and emotional side of these social platforms, and grapple with big questions, the unknowns, and the rapid pace at which technology with human-like intelligence is headed into our world. Let’s be intentional, aware, and talk about all these changes together. We’…
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You are likely reading this on your phone... Have you ever stopped to ask: how much do I really want to scroll? how am I engaging with the computers and phones of modern life? Join us as we create space to ask questions about mental health, productivity, the effects on the younger generation, and how being constantly connected actually impedes our …
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Have you ever stood in the shower and listened to the constant commentary going on in your mind? Becoming aware of and learning to cultivate your inner voice to guide and support you rather than ridicule, criticize, and tear you down is essential to live and work well... yet we never talk about it. Transforming this inner dialogue and narrative is …
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So often our world perpetuates a notion that courage is the big moments of running into a burning building or fighting off the bad guys … but what if it’s not all about bravado? What if courage is actually moment to moment decisions throughout the day to step into the unknown and toward your deepest desire? We discuss the essential starting place t…
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What's the key ingredient (that SO many of us skip) when setting out to create change in our lives or get new results? Whether it’s a personal goal, health goal or professional goal, taking time to articulate your vision and identify what’s really important to you is the essential first step. We discuss how to ignite the power of your imagination a…
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Change is hard enough when you're trying to shift something you don't like….but what’s it like to love something, to really have your heart in it, and leave it anyway. We talk about what it's like to achieve excellence AND be quitter. We explore how to discover when a professional space is restricting your growth. And how to get clear on what is re…
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We dive into the art and science of taking up space, filling the room with our energy, and speaking with confidence. Whether it’s an actual stage, the boardroom, or the bedroom for a 1 on 1 conversation with a partner, speaking authentically brings up jitters and nerves for us all. Lea shares the evolutionary basis of our nervous system’s automatic…
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We tackle a myth that derails and discourages so many of our clients. In our fast-paced, instant gratification society, this myth is as pervasive in the entrepreneurial world as it is in the health and wellness space. Being sold the idea that there is “overnight success” or a “magic pill” to instantaneously arrive creates so much frustration in the…
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We welcome Dr. Jack Lam, Anesthesiologist and Pain Medicine Physician to discuss the hope he sees in the future of medicine. We continue our conversation about the US healthcare system, its challenges and the complications of excessive opioid use as well as new solutions on the horizon. Dr. Jack’s shares about his clinical practice, how his patient…
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Let's explore sleep (rebroadcast!). The ways we sabotage it, and the ongoing battle & stories, thoughts, and beliefs about deserving rest and grabbing back “me-time” at the expense of sleep each night. We dive into the science and physiology of what is happening in our brains & bodies when we sleep and why it is so vital to health. And how shifting…
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We welcome Judy Heft Financial Concierge for a practical conversation about money and normalizing financial literacy. We chat financial life planning across the decades of life and what to pay attention to in the 20s-30s, midlife and beyond. Judy invites us to consider running our homes and family finances like a small business and how to make thos…
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