Latest Tonya drew Podcast Episodes
Toxic Positivity
Where The Lotus Grows - September 30, 2022 19:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsToxic 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 how can we avoid falling into the toxic positivity trap?...
Kim's Journey Pt. 20: What Comes After Cancer
Where The Lotus Grows - August 10, 2022 14:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsLast 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 drug therapy regime that they're asking her to take. Spoiler -...
Let's Revisit Cannabis - Professional Edition
Where The Lotus Grows - July 18, 2022 15:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsSince 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 nurses specializing in the field, and Tonya shares her recent ...
A very special episode: Abortion
Where The Lotus Grows - June 30, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIn 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 episode contains fun facts about the progress women have made in the last 50 years,...
Kim's Journey pt. 19: Finally Some Good News
Where The Lotus Grows - June 16, 2022 21:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsKim 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! Support the Show.
Interview: Dr. Gail Parker, PhD, C-IAYT, E-RYT
Where The Lotus Grows - May 19, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsWe 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 Black Yoga Teachers Alliance (BYTA) Board of Directors in 2020. ...
The Pursuit of Perfect Health
Where The Lotus Grows - May 19, 2022 13:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThe 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 them in light of ongoing health issues. Support the ...
Kim's Journey pt. 18: Rehabilitation Begins
Where The Lotus Grows - May 03, 2022 17:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsKim 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. Support the show
Kim's Journey pt. 18: Rehabilitation Begins
Where The Lotus Grows - May 03, 2022 17:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsKim 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. Support the Show.
Intentional Grounding
Where The Lotus Grows - April 27, 2022 14:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsTonya 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 an Intentional Grounding Meditation on social media and on ou...
Intentional Grounding
Where The Lotus Grows - April 27, 2022 14:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsTonya 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 an Intentional Grounding Meditation on social media and on ou...
Maintaining Health During Times of Prolonged Stress
Where The Lotus Grows - April 13, 2022 11:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsLet'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 additional prolonged stressful situations such as a medical di...
Kim's Journey pt. 17: Radiation Complete
Where The Lotus Grows - April 06, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsKim 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 with having to piece together her own aftercare teams to m...
Let's Talk About Aging
Where The Lotus Grows - March 30, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsToday 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. Support the Show.
Kim's Journey Pt. 16: The Radiation Experience
Where The Lotus Grows - March 16, 2022 11:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsKim 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 Tonya how incredibly venerable the process is and how th...
Cooking as Self-Care
Where The Lotus Grows - March 02, 2022 13:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsAs 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. Support the Show.
Kim's Journey Part 15: Radiation Run Through
Where The Lotus Grows - February 23, 2022 11:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsKim 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 community could be more mindful and trauma informed as treatment provi...
Kim's Journey Part 115: Radiation Run Through
Where The Lotus Grows - February 23, 2022 11:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsKim 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 community could be more mindful and trauma informed as treatment provi...
Kim's Journey Pt. 14: Prosthesis
Where The Lotus Grows - February 09, 2022 11:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsPost 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 AND more physically appealing. Perhaps a new business vent...
Kim's Journey Pt. 14: Prosthesis
Where The Lotus Grows - February 09, 2022 11:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsPost 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 AND more physically appealing. Perhaps a new business vent...
Taking Time for Rest
Where The Lotus Grows - February 02, 2022 13:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsToday, 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! Support the Show.
Taking Time for Rest
Where The Lotus Grows - February 02, 2022 13:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsToday, 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! Support the show
Kim's Journey - Pt. 13: Healing and Getting Back to it.... Within Limits
Where The Lotus Grows - January 26, 2022 16:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsKim 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 shares the next steps she anticipates in her continued treatment. ...
Getting to Know Tonya: A Birth Story Pt. 2 Home Birth Addition
Where The Lotus Grows - January 19, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsCircling 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 husband and wife DIY under the guidance of a a certified midwif...
Getting to Know Tonya: A Birth Story Pt. 2 Home Birth Addition
Where The Lotus Grows - January 19, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsCircling 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 husband and wife DIY under the guidance of a a certified midwif...
2021 Reflections and Moving Forward
Where The Lotus Grows - January 12, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsWho 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 into the new year. Gratitude is number one for both, with ...
Kim's Journey - Pt 12: Surgery Recap and What Comes Next
Where The Lotus Grows - January 05, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThough 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. Support the Show.
New Beginnings Nidra
Where The Lotus Grows - December 29, 2021 14:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsAnother 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 have some quiet down time, when you can sit quietly, close your ...
New Beginnings Nidra
Where The Lotus Grows - December 29, 2021 14:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsAnother 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 have some quiet down time, when you can sit quietly, close your ...
A Winter Meditation
Where The Lotus Grows - December 15, 2021 13:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsAs 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 when you have some quiet down time, when you can sit quietl...
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