Aster Haile is the voice that helps us sleep every night. Seriously. Aster Haile began as a journalist but found her true passion in wellness. Now, she’s the Head of Wellness at BetterSleep, where she’s created hundreds of guided meditations, hypnosis sessions, and bedtime stories in both English and French—her work reaching millions worldwide. One of her most popular creations is 'Starship-28,' a bedtime story that takes you on a cosmic journey from the comfort of your bed. The full...

Sergeant Kevin Briggs is a retired California Highway Patrol officer known as the 'Guardian of the Golden Gate.' He spent years patrolling the Golden Gate Bridge, where he compassionately convinced hundreds not to take their lives. A trained negotiator and mental health advocate, his story has been featured in TED Talks, major media outlets, and his book, “Guardian of the Golden Gate.” Now, through his organization, Pivotal Points, Kevin travels the world promoting mental health...

You may think that healthy television habits are an oxymoron, much like when we discussed social media's benefits. We get it. We are sharing healthy television habits and how you can implement your TV watching into your wellness. The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found ⁠HERE⁠.

In this episode, we are sharing some driving anxiety tips and how to manage the stress of car travel, whether you are driving or a passenger. The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE.

If you’ve ever considered becoming a one car family, stick around because we’ll share our journey, tips, and the benefits of living with just one car. The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE. 

We’re diving into how you can create your very own wellness weekend! Whether you need a break from the hustle or just a little reset, we’ve got tips and ideas to help you relax, rejuvenate, and rediscover your zen. We’re covering everything from setting the mood to activities that nourish your mind and body. Tune in and get ready to transform your weekend into a blissful retreat! The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE. 

Shannon Leyko discusses minimalism and making room for what matters in our lives. We loved this discussion as we dived into the misconceptions of minimalism and leaning toward the slow living and hygge lifestyle. Shannon Leyko is an accomplished author, podcast host, mother of three, and military wife. She currently resides in Florida after a significant move from Ketchikan, Alaska. The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE. 

In this episode, we are asking you and each other if we are touch-deprived. Epiphany Jordan is our guest and she is an expert in the field of human touch, more specifically, those lacking it. Epiphany Jordan is an author and human touch advocate. She has shared her insights at SXSW Interactive Festival and recently earned her Masters of Public Health with a focus on redefining touch at the University of South Florida. Her journey spans journalism, event planning, and even tarot reading, all...

David Woods Bartley is a fantastic speaker and storyteller with two powerful TED Talks under his belt. David opens minds, touches hearts, and inspires action by sharing his transformative journey from mental "hellness" to mental wellness. Join us as we delve into David's inspiring story, exploring how his darkest moments led to a profound change in his life. We discuss his passion for animal advocacy and the pivotal experiences that have shaped his mission to spread hope and healing. The...

On Episode 133 of The Arner Adventures Podcast, we chat with Cathy Nesbitt about vermicomposting. Cathy Nesbitt is the mastermind behind Cathy’s Crawly Composters, turning kitchen scraps into garden gold and championing sustainable living. She will help you understand the value of worms, especially when it comes to composting. The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found ⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠.

On Episode 132 of The Arner Adventures Podcast, we chat with “The Writer on the Water,” Niamh McAnally. What most intrigued us about Niamh’s background is her perspective on life’s true value. When her father passed away, she realized that he was not defined by his possessions—his stuff wasn’t what mattered. The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠.

We chat with the award-winning filmmaker and producer Conrad Weaver about his PTSD911 movie experience. He talks about how it led him to mental health advocacy. While promoting his documentary, his goal is to shine a light on the mental health struggles our first responders face. The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found ⁠HERE⁠.

Bio-touch healing is one of the simplest things to do and learn. On episode 130 of The Arner Adventures Podcast, we chat with Paul Bucky, founder and co-director of Bio-touch. This conversation spans from the simple lifestyle of what Paul describes as "dropping off" to being introduced to a touch method of healing and connecting us to one another. The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE.

As minimalists who love to travel, we know what it takes to create the best packing list for a tropical vacation! Better yet, we never have to check luggage, so our Caribbean vacation can begin earlier and last longer. Why? Because we don't have to wait at the baggage carousel.  We are sharing our tips and tricks for the essential tropical vacation packing list with ease! The only decision you will need to make is what level of sun protection you will need!​ Download the FREE list HERE.

Have you ever heard about the Peruvian Lifestyle? On episode 128 of The Arner Adventures Podcast, we sit down with Maya Lombarts, a Belgian native who has been living in Peru for the past seven years. She discusses how living in Peru has helped her embrace a slower, more mindful approach to life. Maya shares how this lifestyle shift has transformed her approach to living and working, emphasizing the importance of moving with your body, creating white space in your schedule, and learning to...

This month is Mental Health Month and we are revisiting conversations with mental health advocates to raise awareness and reduce the stigma surrounding mental wellness. In this episode, we revisit a very special conversation with suicide survivor and suicide prevention advocate, Kevin Berthia. You may know about Kevin from his very public suicide attempt at the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. It was a turning point that transformed his life. We talk with Kevin about how he copes with pain,...

This month is Mental Health Month and we are revisiting conversations with mental health advocates to raise awareness and reduce the stigma surrounding mental wellness. In this episode, we are revisiting our discussion with Mental Health Advocate, founder/owner of FerrisBuilt a product and apparel line that aims to bring more awareness to mental health and social issues.  We discuss the importance of advocacy, and what we can do to improve our own mental health, but also bringing awareness...

This month is Mental Health Month and we are revisiting conversations with mental health advocates to raise awareness and reduce the stigma surrounding mental wellness. In this episode, we revisit our conversation with Lindsey Konchar. Lindsey is the author of I Got 99 Coping Skills and Being a B*tch Ain’t One, a licensed graduate social worker, and a mental health advocate.  In this conversation, we talk about the importance of having coping skills, the variety of coping mechanisms, and...

This month is Mental Health Month and we are revisiting conversations with mental health advocates to raise awareness and reduce the stigma surrounding mental wellness. In this episode, we revisit our conversation with Ryan Schwartz, the founder of Mental Health Match. Ryan founded ⁠Mental Health Match⁠ which helps to pair patients with the therapists that are right for them. He personally understands the importance of therapy after the sudden loss of his mother in 2013. Prior to Mental...

Did you know that when you reduce waste, you save money? It's true. It may seem difficult to be more sustainable, reducing your carbon footprint, but we are going to share with you some very simple ways to not only reduce but increase the money that is in your wallet. That speaks everyone's language, right?! The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE

This is the fifth and final week of our journey through the 5 R's of Sustainability, ending with recycle responsibly. In the past four weeks, we covered all of the R's except recycling. We want recycling to be the last option. Being mindful to refuse an item, reduce consumption, reuse, and repurpose items is a great way to keep things out of the landfill, and from needing to be recycled. The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE

This is the fourth R in our five-week journey through the 5 R’s of Sustainability, repurpose innovatively. In the past three weeks, we covered “refuse,” “reduce,” and “reuse”. The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors can be found HERE.

This is the third R in our five-week journey through the 5 R’s of Sustainability, reuse. In the past two weeks, we covered “refuse” and “reduce”. In the next few weeks, we’re diving into the essential principles of sustainability: Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose, and Recycle. Week by week, we’ll focus on one of these key pillars, bringing you straightforward, actionable tips to reduce your environmental impact. The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors...

Welcome to our five-week journey through the 5 R's of Sustainability, this week's conversation is on the second R, reduce. Last week, we covered "refuse." Over the coming weeks, we'll talk about the core principles of sustainability: Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose, and Recycle. Each week, we'll delve deep into one of these pillars, offering simple, actionable steps to help you shrink your environmental footprint. The full show notes, with links, resources we mention, and podcast sponsors...