In this episode, Rita takes us on a profound journey through her personal and professional evolution. We delve into her transition from a successful career in human resources management to becoming a leading figure in holistic wellness. Rita candidly shares how her struggles with digestive issues, stress, and an unbalanced lifestyle led her to seek transformative solutions. Her quest for a healthier and more fulfilling life ultimately introduced her to the powerful world of breathwork.

Rita’s story is both compelling and heartwarming. She reveals a deeply personal and transformative experience she had following the death of her beloved aunt in 2021. Struggling with grief and a sense of unfinished connection, Rita turned to breathwork as a means to find solace and closure. During a profound breathwork session, she experienced a remarkable reconnection with her aunt, which not only helped her navigate her grief but also ignited her passion for breathwork.

Join us as Rita Savoia shares her remarkable journey, her passion for breathwork, and her dedication to helping others lead healthier, more balanced lives. Whether you are new to breathwork or looking to deepen your practice, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.

About Rita Savoia:

Rita Savoia is a Certified Nutritionist, Functional Breathing Coach, Yoga Instructor, Workplace

Wellbeing Consultant, Speaker, and Mental Health & Longevity Advocate.

Rita is convinced that by removing the interference and allowing your body’s innate intelligence to self-heal, you can become your own health hero, live your highest vibrating life, and thrive as you age. Rita founded Savoia Self-Care Holistic Wellness and created the 6 Pillars of Self-Care aimed at resetting back to the basics, because getting healthy doesn’t have to be so complicated. The pillars are based on the holistic integration of the heart, mind and body that bridge the gap between our emotions, thoughts, and physical body.

She is a heart-centered practitioner and passionate about organizing local and international health talks, wellbeing workshops, and destination retreats on various self-care activities that promote healing, emotional release, and spiritual renewal.

Connect with Rita:

savoiaselfcare.com

YouTube: Savoia Self-Care

IG: @healthhappinesshacker

FB: Savoia Self-Care

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Connect with Heather:

LinkedIn Heather Laganelli

IG/FB @heatherlaganelli

IG/FB @locale.eatery.bakersfield

IG @muralalleybakersfield

Connect with me:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Instagram: @happywholeyou

Facebook: Happy Whole You

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank

Venmo: @happywholeyou

In this enlightening episode of the Happy Whole You Podcast, we welcome Dr. Ellen Albertson, a Ph.D. psychologist, registered dietitian nutritionist, and National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, known as The Midlife Whisperer™. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Ellen specializes in guiding women through the transformative midlife phase, helping them reclaim their energy, confidence, and clarity.

Join us as Dr. Ellen shares her personal journey into women's wellness and discusses the unique challenges that midlife women face, including physiological changes, social transitions, and the often-overlooked aspects of menopause. Discover the importance of education around menopause, the need for holistic health approaches, and practical strategies for getting back on track when you feel your life is off course.

Throughout the episode, Dr. Ellen emphasizes the necessity of focusing on well-being beyond mere weight loss. She encourages listeners to explore what truly fulfills them as they navigate this important life stage. Packed with wisdom, insights, and actionable advice, this conversation will empower you to embrace your next chapter with confidence and a renewed sense of purpose.

About Dr. Ellen Albertson:

A bestselling, award winning author, inspirational speaker, Dr. Ellen is an expert on women’s wellbeing and sits on the medical board of The National Menopause Foundation. Dr. Ellen has appeared on Extra, the Food Network and NBC World News and has been quoted in Psychology Today, Forbes, and Eating Well. She has written for SELF, Better Homes & Gardens and Good Housekeeping. Her latest book is Rock Your Midlife: 7 Steps to Transform Yourself and Make Your Next Chapter Your Best Chapter!

She brings over 30 years of counseling, coaching, and healing experience to her holistic practice and transformational work. She lives in Costa Rica and on the Champlain Islands of Vermont with her high-tech, raw-food loving partner Ken and their tree-climbing Border Collie Rosie.

Connect with Heather:

LinkedIn Heather Laganelli

IG/FB @heatherlaganelli

IG/FB @locale.eatery.bakersfield

IG @muralalleybakersfield

Connect with me:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Instagram: @happywholeyou

Facebook: Happy Whole You

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank

Venmo: @happywholeyou

We kick off the episode by reflecting on the energy and insights shared at the recent panel, highlighting how both Melissa and I felt a deep connection and immediate camaraderie. From there, we dive into Melissa’s early beginnings in the fitness world. Melissa shares how her passion for fitness was ignited at a young age, starting with her first job at a Wellness Center after being fired from Dairy Queen. Her enthusiasm for fitness was evident early on as she jumped at the opportunity to clean weights in exchange for a free gym membership, which eventually led her to teaching fitness classes.

Melissa Vogel, is the Business Owner and Operator of Melissa Vogel Fitness, LLC. She is a

fitness expert with 20+ years of experience as a certified Personal Trainer and Group Fitness

Instructor. As the creator of “Busy To Bomb Fit Mom”, she helps busy moms get back to being

fit through mindset work, vision, and balance, combined with proper nutrition and exercise.

Tune in to hear Melissa Vogel’s incredible story and gain valuable insights into how you can transform your own life through fitness and mindset.

Connect with Melissa:

Email: itsmelissavogel@gmail.com

Website: It’s Melissa Vogel Fitness

Instagram: @itsmelissavogel

Podcast: Bomb Mom Podcast

Connect with Heather:

LinkedIn Heather Laganelli

IG/FB @heatherlaganelli

IG/FB @locale.eatery.bakersfield

IG @muralalleybakersfield

Connect with me:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Instagram: @happywholeyou

Facebook: Happy Whole You

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank

Venmo: @happywholeyou