Karena Dawn shares her deeply personal journey of healing from childhood trauma, mental illness in her family, and her transformative path through forgiveness, acceptance, and self-love. This episode explores the power of vulnerability, emotional resilience, and holistic wellness.

Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Writing 'The Big Silence'

02:57 Mother-Child Relationships and Acceptance

06:07 Transforming Trauma into Strength

08:54 Navigating Abandonment and Trust in Relationships

11:59 Healing Through Therapy and Self-Discovery

14:49 Building Healthy Family Dynamics

17:45 Redefining Motherhood and Personal Choices

20:29 The Influence of Family on Fitness Journey

22:58 Building a Fitness Brand: Tone It Up

25:32 Authenticity and Sharing Personal Stories

28:53 Navigating Fear and Anxiety

30:49 Establishing a Healthy Routine

34:07 Healing Relationships and Personal Growth

37:21 A Message of Hope and Healing

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Karena Dawn Resources:

Book: The Big Silence: A Daughter's Memoir of Mental Illness and Healing (July 25th, 2025)

Website: karenadawn.com

Social: IG: @kerenadawn (204k)

Bio: Karena Dawn is a co-founder of Tone It Up, the leading women’s fitness community, the founder of The Big Silence, the mental health nonprofit foundation, and host of The Big Silence Podcast, a leading mental health and self-development podcast.

Karena has authored several books focused on fitness, wellness, and personal growth including New York Times bestseller Tone It Up: 28 Days to Fit Fierce, and Fabulous, Balanced and Beautiful: 5-Day Reset for Your Body, Mind, and Spirit, and The Big Silence: A Daughter’s Memoir of Mental Illness and Healing. In her memoir, Karena shares her personal story of growing up with a mother suffering from severe mental health issues and schizophrenia, her own struggles with depression and addiction, and her path to healing and self-discovery.

Karena has been featured on Good Morning America and Tamron Hall, and in People, Shape, Oprah, Parade, Business Insider, E!, and in Forbes for creating a “fitness empire.” She was also named on the Create & Cultivate 100 list honoring women who are masters in their field. She has also headlined the POPSUGAR Play/Ground Festival, has been a keynote speaker at the PoWer Up Women’s Conference, is a regularly featured speaker and instructor for TED Women, and is a mindful meditation coach for Chopra Global.

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Kimberly Snyder explores the vibrant energy of spring, emphasizing the importance of nourishing our bodies with seasonal foods, herbs, and lifestyle practices. She shares insights on sunlight, detoxification, emotional well-being, and spiritual growth to enhance vitality and inner glow.

Chapters

00:00 Spring Awakening: Resetting Your Energy

05:05 Nourishing Foods for Spring

09:46 The Power of Herbs and Spices

14:55 Cleansing and Detoxing for Vitality

19:37 Emotional Well-Being and Letting Go

24:45 Connecting with Nature and Light

29:46 Spiritual Growth and Inner Light

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Kimberly explores the profound benefits of nature on mental health, cognitive development, and overall well-being with Clara Schroeder, an eco-therapist and author of 'Re-nature'. Discover practical ways to reconnect with nature, harness its healing power, and integrate it into daily life, even in urban environments.

Chapters

00:00 Clara & Kimberly

00:01 The Healing Power of Nature

06:02 Color and Nature: A Path to Mindfulness

12:09 The Relationship Between Humans and Nature

20:20 Navigating the Ecological Crisis

27:46 Creating Nature Altars for Connection

35:43 Social Justice and Nature Connection

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Clara Schroeder Resources:

Book: Re-Nature: How Nature Helps Us Feel Better and Do Better

Website: claraschroeder.com

Bio: Clara Schroeder is an Ecotherapist, speaker, and author at the intersection of climate and mental health. Her book, Re-Nature, offers a powerful roadmap for cultivating sustainable wellbeing in a rapidly changing world — bridging neuroscience, nature, and practical resilience strategies for modern professionals.

With a Master's in Psychology and Education from Columbia University, and certifications in Co-Active Coaching and Ecotherapy, Clara helps high-achieving leaders and medical professionals build the mental resilience they need not just to succeed, but to thrive. Her workshops, retreats, and one-on-one programs combine evidence-based tools with deep compassion — creating space for transformation that’s both personal and planetary.

Having lived in eight countries and fluent in four languages, Clara brings a rare global lens to her work. She’s collaborated with organizations like Microsoft, UCSF, and Terumo Neuro, delivering nature-based wellness programs and burnout prevention strategies in some of the world’s most high-pressure environments.

At the heart of her mission is a commitment to reweaving the connection between human wellbeing and planetary health. Whether guiding a corporate retreat in the redwoods or speaking on resilience in frontline healthcare, Clara creates warm, inclusive spaces where growth feels possible — and deeply human.

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In this insightful interview, Dr. Tara Narula shares her holistic approach to resilience, emphasizing the importance of love, purpose, and mental health in healing and well-being. Discover practical tools and inspiring stories to cultivate resilience in everyday life.

Chapters

00:00 The Heart's Holistic Journey

02:58 Mind-Body Connection in Cardiology

05:57 Understanding Stress and Its Impact

08:57 Acceptance as a Tool for Resilience

11:59 Resilience: A Personal Journey

14:54 Finding Meaning in Adversity

18:05 The Role of Exercise in Resilience

20:51 Reframing Denial as a Tool

23:10 Resilience and Upbringing

26:18 Teaching Resilience to Children

29:00 Mental Health and Physical Healing

30:00 The Importance of Social Connections

31:47 Stress, Inflammation, and Health

33:12 Finding Purpose in Life

36:47 The Power of Love and Connection

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Dr. Tara Narula Resources:

Book: : The Healing Power of Resilience: A New Prescription for Health and Well-Being

Website: www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Tara-Narula/189123064

Instagram: @drtaranarula

Bio: Bio: Dr. Tara Narula is a board-certified cardiologist at Lenox Hill Hospital in Manhattan, associate professor of cardiovascular medicine at the Zucker School of Medicine, Hofstra/Northwell, associate director of the Women’s Heart Program at Lenox Hill Hospital and director of communications for the Katz Institute of Women’s Health. An award-winning journalist, she is also the current Chief Medical Correspondent for ABC News and a former NBC News Medical Contributor, CNN Medical Correspondent and CBS News Senior Medical Correspondent. After graduating from Stanford University, she founded her own small business before getting her medical degree at USC Keck School of Medicine. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Harvard University/Brigham and Women’s Hospital and her fellowship training in cardiology at New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medical Center. She currently sees patients in her outpatient practice as part of Lenox Hill/Northwell Health. She is a fellow of the American College of Cardiology and serves as a national spokesperson for the American Heart Association. She lives in New York City with her husband, who is also a physician, and her two daughters. 

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Kimberly speaks with Self-Realization Fellowship’s (SRF) Sister Draupadi as they explore spiritual wisdom, the nature of fear, love, and friendship, and practical ways to live a fearless, loving, and spiritually connected life inspired by Paramahansa Yogananda's teachings.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Connection

02:01 Spirituality vs. Religion

05:00 Understanding Fear and Its Impact

09:45 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Peace

14:39 The Nature of Attachment and Love

19:47 Navigating Relationships and Dependency

24:37 The Role of Compassion and Understanding

29:35 Cultivating Positive Qualities in Ourselves

38:05 The Golden Rule and Its Importance

38:35 Harnessing Willpower with Wisdom

40:01 Training the Mind and Cultivating Willpower

42:10 Listening to Inner Wisdom and Intuition

45:07 Meditation as a Tool for Clarity

51:57 Reconnecting with the Higher Self

54:51 The Pursuit of Lasting Happiness

01:00:32 The Role of Faith in Overcoming Challenges

01:09:28 Navigating Friendships and Setting Boundaries

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Sister Draupardi Resources:

Books: The Spiritual Expression of Friendship by Paramahansa Yogananda.

Solving the Mystery of Life by Paramahansa Yogananda.

Website: yogananda.org

Bio: Sister Draupadi, whose name means spiritual ardor, has been a member of the Self-Realization Fellowship (SRF) monastic community, established by Paramahansa Yogananda, for more than 40 years. Currently she serves in a variety of capacities at the society’s international headquarters atop Mt. Washington in Los Angeles. In addition to her position as a secretary to SRF’s president, Sri Mrinalini Mata, she handles various responsibilities for the society’s sister organization in India, Yogoda Satsanga Society, and is involved in the training of nuns to lead spiritual retreats. Sister Draupadi has conducted inspirational services and led retreats at SRF meditation centers in the United States, as well as in Italy, Germany, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic. She was born and raised in Fullerton, California, and studied at California State University before entering the Self-Realization Fellowship ashram in 1973.

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In the March Solluna Power Hour, Kimberly discusses the theme of 'Balance the Fire,' focusing on a spring detox to harness power without burnout. She emphasizes the importance of connecting with nature, making nourishing food choices, and maintaining emotional and spiritual wellbeing as we transition into spring. The conversation highlights practical tips for enhancing gut health, emotional resilience, and spiritual growth, encouraging listeners to embrace the seasonal changes and cultivate a balanced lifestyle.

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Chapters

00:00 Balancing Energy: The Spring Equinox

15:05 Nourishing the Body: Food Choices for Spring

28:08 Emotional Wellbeing: Rising Above Unconsciousness

34:50 Spiritual Growth: Connecting to the True Self

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