The AWEd Life

I sat down at the beginning of the year and examined how I wanted to feel this year. What I kept going back to was a gorgeous hike I’d done last fall and realized I wanted to recreate exactly how I felt on that hike. I think it may be the way I want to live the rest of my life, actually. Take a listen and see if you agree. As always, thank you for being here and for sharing these episodes with your friends. It means the world! SHOW NOTES:Hikes I mentionedMy first hike ever was the Ute Trail We made it as far as the rock in this picture. LOLThe hike we did last fall: Mount Yale trail via Denny Creek trailhead just west of Buena Vista, Colorado. We only went up a couple of miles before turning around. This is a 14er if you want to give it a go!******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLifeSuggested podcast this week: The OCD Confessional with Alicia Hill and Liam MartinWatchall the podcast episodes here: YouTube: @Hallie_Sawyer******Subscribe to my Substackfor my monthly newsletter, updates, weekly essays, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by:IONIntelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionPERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Get $30 off your first order over $50 using this link Discover Bookshop.org: The only online bookseller where every purchase supports local bookstores. Enjoy 20% off your first order using this link. 

This week’s conversation is with Kim Costa, one of Atlanta’s top realtors who is also a TV host, podcaster, and soon to be author!We talked about how a home should be a reflection of self but what happens when we’re out of alignment? Kim shares how getting in alignment directly affects how we feel about our home as well as tools she uses to help her clients figure out where things are “off”. These tools and information help her help her clients decide whether they should stay in their current home, renovate their space, or move to a new home in order to match who they are to a space that feels the most “home” to themThis information helpful to anyone who is trying to buy a home or feeling unsure of where they’re currently living, from first-home buyers to empty-nesters! This applies to everyone!SHOW NOTES:Kim’s websiteListen to Kim’s podcast, Live in Your Wheelhouse HouseWatch Kim on American Dream TV (start at 6:48)AirDNA - an analytics platform helping potential investors in real estate markets in order to make a profitable decisionThis episode recommendations:PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkDear Nina, Conversations about Friendship podcast with Nina Badzin******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife Podcast to follow - Dear Nina, Conversations About Friendship, with my friend, Nina BadzinWatch all the podcast episodes here: YouTube: @Hallie_Sawyer******Subscribe to my Substack for my monthly newsletter, updates, weekly essays, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by: ION Intelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount Tenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

t's been a couple of months since I've been paying attention to a new health measurement, HRV, which stands for Heart Rate Variability. The reason I'm paying attention to it is because HRV reflects my nervous system's adaptability and how well I respond to stressors, both physical and mental. It just may be the truest measure of my health because if my nervous system isn't resilient, my body won't be either. Learn more about HRV:Evie article -What is HRV and How Is It Different in Women?Insight CLA article - Average Sleeping HRV by Age And It’s Impact On Recovery and Nervous System PerformanceHow to get HRV manually if you don’t have a device: *****Want to join our Kansas City Women’s Sober Social Club? Head here and request to join: https://www.meetup.com/kc-womens-sober-social-club/******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife Podcast to follow - Dear Nina, Conversations About Friendship, with my friend, Nina BadzinWatch all the podcast episodes here: YouTube: @Hallie_Sawyer******Subscribe to my Substack for my monthly newsletter, updates, weekly essays, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by: ION Intelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

Yes, I'm still living alcohol-free but it’s not without some bumps and bruises. I'm sharing some recent experiences that have left me with feeling both frustrated and grateful. I know that sounds like an impossible combination but you'll have to listen to find out how I managed to do it. :) SHOW NOTES:Things I mentioned in this episode:Dr. Gabor Maté podcast episode about ADHD with Mel RobbinsMovie clip with Susan Sarandon and Richard Jenkins from “Shall We Dance” about why we get married******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLifePodcast to follow -Dear Nina, Conversations About Friendship, with my friend, Nina BadzinWatchall the podcast episodes here: YouTube: @Hallie_Sawyer******Subscribe to my Substackfor my monthly newsletter, updates, weekly essays, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by:IONIntelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

I wholeheartedly believe we are all creative beings, just in different ways. Some people paint, some write, some design gardens, and some design buildings. Creativity is what helps us fully express ourselves, all with some serious side benefits like reducing stress and anxiety. Yes, please. Today, I’m sharing my own story of how I “found” my creativity, what it’s done for me, and what it can do for you. Expressing ourselves through our creativity will never be time or effort wasted, I promise you. SHOW NOTES:Episode 1 of the podcast where I give a recap of how I got “here”.Episode 61 where I talk about feeling unsupported, which you may resonate with if you are pursuing a creative endeavor ******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife Podcast to follow - Dear Nina, Conversations About Friendship, with my friend, Nina BadzinWatch all the podcast episodes here: YouTube: @Hallie_Sawyer******Subscribe to my Substack for my monthly newsletter, updates, weekly essays, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by: ION Intelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

Wow. Mallory and I had the best chat about the deconstruction and reconstruction of herself, her marriage, her religion, and so much more. She’s rebuilding her life in a way she’s always wanted and such a great example of what can happen when we choose ourselves. I hope you find her story as relatable and inspiring as I do. SHOW NOTES:Follow Mallory on IG: @lifebymallory Read her Substack here******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLifePodcast to follow -Dear Nina, Conversations About Friendship, with Nina BadzinWatch all the podcast episodes here: YouTube: @Hallie_Sawyer******Subscribe to my Substackfor my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, weekly posts, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by:ION Intelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

My guest today is Kate Moon, yoga teacher, mentor, and retreat leader, whom I met last spring at a women’s retreat at Sansara Resort in Panama. Kate was the retreat liaison for guests while we were there and I instantly knew Kate was someone I wanted to get to know more. I kept in touch with her via DM’s on Instagram and once I learned more about her life story, I knew I had to bring her to your attention. As the title says, Kate has been to hell and back but now takes her clients around the world and back on her amazing retreats. I can’t wait for you to listen to her incredible story and hope you find her as AWEd as I do. SHOW NOTES:Follow Kate here:her website (with retreat information!)Instagramher virtual studio - Flow State Wellness StudioPodcast to follow - The OCD Confessional with my friend, Alicia Hill and her co-host Liam MartinFollow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLifeYouTube: @Hallie_Sawyer******Subscribe to my Substack for my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, weekly posts, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by:IONIntelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

Season 4 is finally here!Today, I’m sharing a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s been like as a podcast host for the past three seasons and what’s coming up next season. Join me for a cup of coffee as I share the challenges, rewards, and goals I have while also discussing a bit of what to expect moving forward. I’m also celebrating with some gifts for a lucky listener, so tune in to find out what I’m giving away and how to enter. ******SHOW NOTES:My sober story episodeLearn more about me from my first episodePodcast mentioned:The OCD Confessional with Alicia Hill and Liam Martin******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife YouTube: @Hallie_Sawyer******Subscribe to my Substack for my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, weekly posts, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community chat.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by: ION Intelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

Lately, I’ve been thinking about how I show up for people and if I’m doing it enough. Maya Angelou said it best…”'I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”And I can’t help think that if we focused a bit more on how we can positively impact others, through acts of kindness, encouraging words, thoughtful gifts, etc., then we’re going to be leaving this world better than we found it. Today, I’m reflecting on my own actions and if I’m doing enough as well as how it’s being received. I’d appreciate your listen and sharing it with someone you care deeply about! ******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife Podcast to follow - The OCD Confessional with my friend, Alicia Hill and her co-host Liam MartinWatch all the podcast episodes here: YouTube: @Hallie_Sawyer******Subscribe to my Substack for my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, weekly posts, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by: ION Intelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

FINALLY! I’m giving you my recap of our trip to Portugal this past June. I’m sharing a bit of our itinerary, what we loved, what we learned, and whether we will go back again. SHOW NOTES: My friend, Heather of Mindful Migrant (her TikTok account) Where we stayed:Lisbon: Locke de Santa Joana, LisbonEriceira:Hotel ReservaPortoYouropo - Ribeira Gaia 1SintraRitz-Carlton Penha Longa ResortWhere we ate (worth mentioning): Lisbon: lunch: Maison Luce (salad)dnner: Leitaria Da Anunciada (traditional Portuguese, lots of seafood)Cascais:lunch, Sacholina (pastries/salads/sandwiches)Ericeira:Tapas: Mar Das Latas Wine and Food Dinner: Petiscaria Ancora (locals just call it Ancora)Coffee at HurleyLate night: Veneza Geladaria Pasteleria (two espressos and two pastries for 4.50 Euros!)Lunch: Bowls Surf Café Porto:Dinner, night 1: Frederica (Italian)Brunch, day 2: O Caseirinho (small mom and pop eatery, traditional Portuguese)Favorite stores (I didn’t mention in the podcast)In Cascais: A Industria In Porto: MUD (Manufacture Under Design), cool purses, bags, and backpacks made from local cork and wood******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife YouTube: @Hallie_Sawyer******Subscribe to my Substack for my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, weekly posts, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community chat.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by: ION Intelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

You may be thinking, “Duh, more freedom,” but that’s not it. Freedom actually has nothing to do with what I’m sharing in this episode. Even if you’re not an open nester yet, I’m sharing some things I’ve learned to help you love your open nest era someday, too. This one’s short and sweet. You’re welcome! :)SHOW NOTES:Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads:@Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLifeYouTube: @Hallie_Sawyer******Subscribe to my Substack for my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, weekly posts, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community chat.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by:IONIntelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

Have you ever met someone who makes you say “I’ll have what she’s having”? Well, Sarah’s one of those people. Today, I am talking with Sarah Schmidt about her “Wholey Schmidt” moments in life and how she’s arrived at the freest and most joyful she’s ever felt. Sarah is the host of the podcast, Wholey Schmidt, holds a PsyD in Clinical Psychology, a Masters in Pastoral Counseling, a Health Coach certification, and is a successful investor and philanthropist as well. Whew! We chat about her cancer diagnosis in young adulthood, how it changed her, what life has looked like since, and how she arrived at what she feels is her best life at the age of 53. SHOW NOTES:Sarah’s podcast, Wholey Schmidt, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.More about Sarah on her website******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads:@Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife******Subscribe to my Substack for my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, weekly posts, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community chat.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by:IONIntelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your orderDiscover Bookshop.org! The only online bookseller where every purchase supports local bookstores. Enjoy 20% off your first order usingthis link.

In this week’s episode, I’m finally sharing my experience of living in Colorado this past spring. We learned a lot, loved a lot of things, and also had our share of disappointments. But I would do it all over again and plan to next spring! We were able to be only an hour from our boys during their college baseball season (they played on the same team!) and it was such a memorable time for our family. I’m giving you a glimpse of what life was like living in two different rental homes as well as how we spent our time when we weren’t watching baseball or working. SHOW NOTES:Some of our favorite places:Coffee/Bagels/BurritosThe Loft in Manitou Springs, the BEST bagels, pastries, and breakfast beverages in the area by MILESStory Coffee in Old Colorado City, small yet simple and elegant experience. Plus, they have a great tag line: Live a great story.Loyal Coffee in Colorado Springs, downtown location is the best, IMO; amazing avocado toast and my fave espresso beansThe Coffee Exchange great remote working environment and huge breakfast burritos!PizzaRuffrano’s Hell’s Kitchen Pizza in Manitou Springs, great selection of toppings and just the perfect amount of crispy to chewy ratioManitou Baked organic sourdough crust pizzaMexican FoodCrystal Park Cantina off-the-beaten path with amazing staff and unique twist to traditional dishesDos Dos Tacos order at the counter but high quality food, bowls and street tacos were delishBar and Grill Red Diamond Gastro Pub in Woodland Park, the patty melt with bacon/red onion jam with gouda cheese is the only thing to orderWines of Colorado in Cascade, mostly ordered takeout but amazing food for a small townSwirl, in Manitou Springs, known for their wine list but has a great little menu Favorite podcasts right now:Wholey Schmidt (start at the beginning of the podcast, not the latest episodes, and work your way to more recent)Episode 150 from Dear Nina: Conversations about Friendship; Nina chats about friendship and community with siblings and co-directors Rebecca Davis and Pete Davis, the team behind the Netflix documentary Join or Die: A film about why you should join a club and why the fate of America depends on it. So insightful and eye-opening!Episode 2 from Halfway to Dead, A Midlife Spiritual Journey, discusses the Akashic records, including what they are, how to access them, and what they can help us understand about this life. This is a topic that may be considered woo-woo, but I find it fascinating. I only heard of Akashic records a few years ago and have yet to have mine read. ******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife******Subscribe to my Substack for my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, weekly posts, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community chat.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by:IONIntelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your orderDiscover Bookshop.org! The only online bookseller where every purchase supports local bookstores. Enjoy 20% off your first order usingthis link.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing what I think may be the hardest task I’ve tried to undertake: learning how to love myself. I’ve been trying my entire life to learn how to love really well (especially myself) and I found a book recently that’s helping me put this task back on my radar. The reason I want to work on learning to love myself is so that I can better love others in my life. I know it’s a huge obstacle in having the type of relationships I want, in deepening the relationships I currently have, and in how I show up for myself. I’m sharing what book I’m reading and what I’ve read so far that’s made the biggest impact so far. SHOW NOTES:Things No One Taught Us About Love by Vex King ******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife******Subscribe to my Substack for my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, weekly posts, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community chat.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by: ION Intelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your orderDiscover Bookshop.org! The only online bookseller where every purchase supports local bookstores. Enjoy 20% off your first order using this link.

Today, I’m sharing a brief recap of my yoga and meditation retreat in Panama. Ironically, the yoga and meditation ended up not being the main events for me.I walked away with some unexpected gifts from places, people, situations, and even disappointments. I hope you take a listen and perhaps my experience may help you reframe something you might be going through now or down the road.SHOW NOTES:Check out some of my very talented Sansara sisters:Artwork by Marjory Oliva @marjoryolivaIdentity beyond motherhood with Mallory Andrews on IG @LifebyMallory and her Substack, If I’m Being HonestDr. Sara Poldmae, doctor of Chinese medicine, acupuncture and functional medicine, IG @drsarapoldmae and her podcast, Midlife Rise + Thrive, Helping Women Navigate Midlife and MenopauseInspiring a life you love with Darcy Mauke on IG and her Substack, Manifest Your BestMichelle Steele, Esthetician of 21 years, owner of Inner Glimmer Skincare Studio and on IG @innerglimmerskinSansara Resort in Cambutal, Panama******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife******Subscribe to my Substack for my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, weekly posts, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community chat.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by:IONIntelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

I am so very honored to have THE Libby DeLana on the podcast today.I’ve been admiring her for a long time for how she shows up in her life—for herself, for her friends, for her community, and out in the wild, wild world.Libby is a creative director, author, cold joy enthusiast (listen to the episode to figure out what that means!), world traveler, adventure seeker, daily walker, fly fisher, podcaster, aspiring pilot…the list goes on and on.Today, we talk about the inspiration behind her daily walks, why she continues to do it, her travels, her methods and mindset to overcome hard things, and so much more.I can’t wait to share this episode with you and would love to continue the conversation in our Substack community (our private chat group) after you listen.SHOW NOTES:Libby’s book, Do Walk: Navigate Earth, Mind and Body. Step by Step.The Bucket List Family YouTube Channel and InstagramEbb and Flow Collective on InstagramPre-order her upcoming book, Cold Joy, coming October 2025Libby’s podcast: This Morning WalkThis Morning Walk, Libby’s Substack Publication******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife******Subscribe to my Substack for my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, weekly posts, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community chat.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by:IONIntelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

I used to let fear run my life and not in a good way. (Yes, there's a good way to use fear.)I avoided things that I was afraid of: deep water, confrontation, sucking at something, and speaking in front of people. It wasn't until I let that fear guide me that I found true empowerment in my life.Don't get me wrong--I'm still afraid of many things but I no longer allow that fear to keep me from doing hard things in my life. It actually serves as a guide as to what I need to explore. In today’s episode, I’m sharing stories of what I’ve been fearful of and how I used to to help me rather than hinder my life. Let me know over on Substack or in the comments a fear you’ve used to find empowerment in your own life. SHOW NOTES:Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife******Subscribe to my Substack for my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, weekly posts, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community chat.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by: ION Intelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

This week I’m sharing about our time in Colorado (we’re renting for 2.5 months!) and how I’m retraining my brain to search for the things I want in life rather than spending all its time conversing energy. I want it to spend energy helping me, not hurting me. Come listen to see what I’m talking about and how you may be able to do the same. SHOW NOTES:Our rental in ColoradoThe book I quoted: Mind Magic by James Doty (Yes, I know. I talk about this book all the damn time but the more I read, the more I need to share with you all!)Link to give feedback and make topic suggestions******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife******Subscribe to my Substack for my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, weekly posts, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community chat.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by: ION Intelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

Today, I’m sharing more about an upcoming “adventure” we’re having and how it’s part of my search for “home".I’m excited for what I’m about to embark on and what it may show me about what “home” looks like, feels like, or where it might be. There’s only one way to find out so come along with me as I share where I’m headed for the next six weeks!SHOW NOTES:My upcoming Panama trip Mozart’s “Magic Flute” on PBSBook: I Haven’t Been Entirely Honest With You by Miranda Hart******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife******Subscribe to my Substack for my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, weekly posts, to support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community chat.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by: ION Intelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order

Peptide therapy is being touted as the next health “hack” out there but I consider it to be more like a way to fix a broken system. I share the what and the why behind starting peptide therapy, my personal experience with it, and why my experience is vastly different than what we’ve been told in mainstream media. This is not medical advice nor a recommendation to start but it is an honest conversation about my own experience with peptide therapy. SHOW NOTES:Learn more from Dr. Tyna Moore:Her websiteYoutube channel - Ep. 118 explaining her own experience with peptide therapyArticle interview: Dr. Tyna Moore on Why GLP-1s Also Known as Ozempic Are Wildly MisunderstoodArticle: Understanding Insulin Resistance and How Low-Carb Diets Miss the Mark******Follow Hallie on socials:IG @theawedlife and @hallie_sawyerThreads: @Hallie_SawyerTikTok: @theAWEdLife******Subscribe to my Substack for my weekly newsletter, podcast updates, support the podcast, or to join our private AWEd AF community.******The AWEd Life podcast is supported by: ION Intelligence of Nature Gut Support: Defend from toxins, support healthy digestion, and boost immune functionFour Sigmatic Coffee- Unlock the power of mushrooms by ordering here and using Hallie10 for a 10% discount PERFECT AMINO™ is composed of pure essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein, in a form and ratio that is up to 99% utilized, but without the caloric impact and without breaking a fast.  Get 20% off with this linkTenzo Tea- my favorite matcha! Use TENZOHALLIE at checkout for 25% off your first orderARMRA Natural Immune Support: This is a once daily product I use to boost, protect and restore my immune system, using the power of colostrum and its 400+ bioactive nutrients. Use HALLIE as discount code for 10% off your order.