Radiance is the 10th Body | Ep 152

And so let's just actually start right there with the definition of radiance. And then go back a little bit into the superficial layers, and then take me through that whole journey as well that you discovered as you embarked upon this career.

Absolutely yes. And I do I love it, I love every moment of it. And it does allow me to show up with from this place of joy. And so I'm really enjoying this definition of radiance, and the fact that it shows up later in life, after we've had the time to learn who we are, and what our purpose and passion is in the world. So keep going.

Yeah, it's, there's an interesting piece to this too. So of course, we want to look good, we want to feel good, you got to use non toxic skincare products definitely got to use non toxic makeup and hair that goes with those things, right. So I make that part easy. And that is the easy part for me. And also what is the rejuvenation plan look like, but the radiance stuff, I've really noted, it actually well for myself in particular, when I can tell I'm operating at a different frequency, things happen in my life in a different way. So say, for example, I got a call to go to this event, right. And it's just the way that everything transpired was really easy. So when you're operating as a radiant human, beautiful people, places and things and opportunities present themselves, you become like a magnet for other people like you. So when I connect with you and, and other practitioners at this event, it's like this muscle family, it's so much fun to you know, be able to make friends this way. And you just you end up coming across the right people in the right way at the right time, you inevitably are going to look more beautiful, and have a better body composition, your brain is going to work better, you're going to sleep better hormones are going to be more balanced, because you're not just doing you know skincare and rejuvenation, but you're really paying attention to your body, mind, spirit and energy practices. The key aspect here, I think is also oxidative stress reduction and detoxing.

Absolutely, I 100% agree that I really have never thought about radiance in that way before. And so thank you for, you know, taking it to that deeper level of what radiance truly is. And when you are in that place of radiance, what happens in the sense that you're attracting other people that are also in that radiant space to you, and how powerful that is. And so for the audience listening, if you're looking at your own life and going hmm, I want more radiance, it's not just about looking at the outside. And it's not just about looking at the inside of you. It's the combination of all of you, it's that holistic approach to your health, that allows and your life that allow you to achieve that place of radiance. The energy we put out there dictates the energy that we attract back 100%.

So it's not about worrying or being concerned with fine lines, wrinkles, pigmentation, loss of collagen and elastin. The The interesting thing is when you do that oxidative stress reduction stuff, detoxing, your beauty, and body composition follows mental clarity, sleep, it all improves. So I know you're massive on helping people within their guided health journey and all of these things. And I am as well. It's just adding this extra layer of, hey, we can do this and we can look fantastic in the process. And at the same time, be able to very quickly discern other people that are operating at this frequency to and to build our community of like minded individuals. You because at the end of the day, beautification looking our best feeling our best, it's to build our confidence to then build our community. And we're stronger together. And there's actually a deeper to survival need. So, a lot of you have probably never thought about it in this way, the deeper levels of what beauty can actually do for us. What I'd love to do, what I think would be worthwhile is actually sharing some of my research on oxidative stress status, and its impacts on skin aging, to give everybody tuning in a bit of a strategy to, you're really improved their environment to look and feel better.

I would absolutely love for you to do that. And I just also want to share just based on what you've said, already a story of my own, because 10 years ago, I was in the corporate world, I didn't know what I know today, about health, detoxing, et cetera, et cetera. And one of the things that I was so frustrated with was the fact that my skin would break out I had adult acne that made me look like a teenager, and I had teenagers in the house. And every morning, I would look in the mirror and be like, Why do I have to look like my teenagers? When I'm in my 40s. And I like I said, I didn't know what I know today. However, once I got out of the corporate world, I got into health and wellness. And I started learning about detoxing and oxidative stress, etc. And how you know, what's happening on the inside is impacting the outside and started implementing what I was learning my skincare right up. And one of the biggest things I did was I started changing the products that I was using, so that all the products that I now use are non toxic products versus what I was buying before, that was in a regular, you know, local pharmacy, the wraxall, or the London Drugs, or the Shoppers Drug Mart or the Walgreens or whatever, where we think all of those products are safe and non toxic, because they're on the shelves, and they're for sale. So they must be okay. Right. Except that what I now know. And I know what you know, Rachel is those products are full of toxic chemicals that are negatively impacting the health of our skin, the health of our body, our brain. And, you know, they've had some testing done, although it's not using this one product a couple of times, it's not testing all of the different ingredients in that product to be used daily. And we end up being the test subjects. And so I love that you also help your clients find products that are safe, and healthy for their skin versus toxic products. So I just wanted to share that personal story of my journey around my skin health, and the power of detoxing and reducing oxidative stress. And now please do share the stats because I know they're gonna be very powerful

as well, Melissa, number one, congratulations on exiting the corporate world in your 40s. The other thing here is adult acne can be a sign of youthfulness. It can also be a sign of inflammation. So for myself as well, you know, this was something I struggled with, I would have a breakout, I'd have to have it lasered off in the clinic every month because that redness, that post inflammatory hyperpigmentation after breakout just wouldn't go away. So I had to lay it off. Now, if I get a break out, it's present for about two three days, then that redness has gone in about two to three days. Right. So just to jump to acne and breakouts, or bug bites, for instance, Florida, this is actually something to learn how to notice in your body. Because if that redness and inflammation is extended, your body is under stress. So great job leaving the corporate world, I can tell you're really operating in your feminine as well. And that's also a big thing. That's you know, I think a massive part of beauty and radiance is to be balanced with the masculine and feminine qualities, the Yang, as I have some really cool technology playing that that operates on that too. And

I definitely wasn't when I was in the corporate world. Oh, I didn't know that I wasn't. But as I got out, and I learned, I realized I was entirely in my masculine self in the corporate world.

And that is going to age you. Absolutely. Yeah. And it's also damaging to our relationships. So this is getting into something a little bit deeper now is not only non toxic products, which you mentioned, changing your products, but also making sure that we are behaving and operating in a way that's most conducive to our knees. Not necessarily society telling us we're like a man right? Where did that programming come from? Very interesting. I think that there's some deeper rooted concepts to the drivers of getting women to operate more like men in the corporate world. Right? That's

cool. And attack could be a whole other podcast. Yes. Yeah. You

know, you know what I'm getting that. So when it comes to non toxic products, here we go. We need to avoid things like parabens phthalates, sulfates, artificial dyes, fragrances and of course tests on consenting adults instead of animals. And here's the other caveat, we not only want those products that are non toxic. Forget about all natural and chemical free. Those are just marketing ploys. That's greenwashing. Water is a chemical what matters, oxygen and hydrogen coming together for a molecule A chemical, right? So what matters is are the chemicals good for us are the chemicals bad for us. So restrain yourself with chemical becoming a more conscious consumer right now. And the word natural anything for planet Earth, right petroleum, gas, precious, not great for skin. So just think about that when you see product, marketing on everything. The other thing with information you're gonna find in the dermatology space, particularly on YouTube, is you'll find a lot of practitioners that you know, board certified all this, that they're recommending really inexpensive, easy to access products for the masses, that people can easily pick up at CVS are other places that are full of parabens, and are known hormone disruptors. So not only look at the skin products that you're considering using, but also look at the quality of information that you're allowing into your consciousness on your health journey in every layer, right? Always.

And I do see in clinical testing of women's hormones in particular, I do see very large imbalances with estrogen and progesterone. Part of that's caused by stress. And then another big part of it are the Xeno estrogens that are in these products that we're putting on our skin every single day. And when we put it on our skin, it's only 26 seconds and it straight into the bloodstream. And so yes, these are very important conversations, because when our hormones are out of balance, for too long, we start to have symptoms of you know, maybe it's early menopause, maybe it's PMS, that gets worse, perhaps it's actually starting to slow the thyroid and other such health issues impacting our blood sugar levels. So it's a bigger issue than just, Oh, it's you know, impacting my hormones. And people might hear that and not understand what that means. But it really does have long term impacts on your health.

So that's, that's all great topics to talk about. And I just want to add in here that I just love what you do. And the research you do like looking into the products of these 18 Different companies, and you take the overwhelm out of it for individuals, because otherwise, it's you know, people don't have time to do all this, but to go to you to find out because you've done it all and then have the right product for them. selves and their skin is absolutely fabulous. You just make it easy for people. So yes, and let's dive into the oxidative stress and environmental factors for people to watch out for.

Oh, gosh, don't wait, that's such a good love. I love this. Don't wait for your wake up call. I'm having gone through my own journey of reducing oxidative stress the skin stuff figured out this radiant stuff living at Bing. If I hadn't have learned this, I wouldn't have I wouldn't have the friends I have. Right, I wouldn't be part of these different collectives and networks that I'm part of now. I would be in a previous way of living that was totally dysregulated nervous system and two car crashes. Probably been a lot of pain and really unhappy with my life. And so if I waited, I wouldn't be here talking with you, I wouldn't have done this research and having a lot of fun and looking great in the process, knowing that I'm helping other people look their best and feel their best so that they can go out. And then people are like, what are they? What are you doing? Right? So if I hadn't have taken the time and energy to do my own journey, I wouldn't be helping as many people as I am now to.

And that's absolutely beautiful. And you are absolutely beautiful inside and out and a testament to the work that you do. And then just to the you know, your young age to know that it's not about waiting for your wake up call. It's about taking action to live your best life. And that's the choice. So

And that wake up call actually comes back to what I always say is everything happens for you, not to you. And so because you noticed it, you were able to take action in a different way.

Of course correct. Yeah, he's back on track. Exactly.

So if people want to work with you, how can they get ahold of you, Rachel? Absolutely.

So if you're listening here, it's you know, no mistakes, things like that. So, free stuff, the School of radiance podcast, obviously Melissa you're going to be on the show as well sharing your beautiful insights, School of radiance podcast, great place to hang out to get these points. Positive insights and little nuggets throw down. The School of radiance.com is where you can read my research articles, for example, my latest one on oxidative stress. And that's also where you can book a one on one with me, find my tutorials. And then I also have a free gift of a complimentary 30 minute training on this very concept of reducing oxidative stress to slow aging and look a pillar best. Getting great skin isn't something that happens by chance, it happens by choice. And everything is available at the School of radiance.com. And you're warmly invited to use promo code Melissa 15, for 15% off of your one on one session with me where we'll connect like this. And I'll provide that customized guidance, what to do at home and in the clinic, as well as the ongoing support. I'm here to support you.

Thank you so very much, Rachel That's wonderfully generous of you. And I encourage all of the listeners to check out her free course, check out her website, read the research papers that are there, and book your one to one with Rachel. Don't make this hard on yourself. It doesn't have to be make it easy, contact her. And she'll guide you as to what is going to work best for you and your skin on your health journey. So thank you, Rachel. And is there any last message that you would like to leave with the audience today?

Be gentle with yourself, and just know that your journey is not going to look like anybody else's. My journey involves doing a week long, fast in the desert at altitude. After I'd done the oxidative stress status stuff started with some parasite detoxes like okay, body wants to do pretty much a week long, fast. And what I noticed, and when I see other people, is when they get that nuts that call to adventure, they have the mentor show up to help them out. They go through their own hero's journey. They overcome the obstacle and they've received the reward. So just so you know, my journey of what this was like for me was my reward is very radiant. So you know, I here I am over here feeling like I hit the jackpot with what I get to teach and live and be and talk about and get excited about. So yeah, just a little something that I that I didn't share earlier. And

so very true that each of our journeys is absolutely individual. And so comparing to another serves no purpose. It's definitely about finding the mentors and the teachers that can guide you on your journey to your best life and living in radiance. So thank you again, so much, Rachel, for coming on the show sharing your wisdom. I've thoroughly enjoyed our conversation. And to my listeners, thank you very much for tuning in every week to all of these shows. I love to bring other practitioners to to give you resources on your health journey, because each and every one of us is on our own individual health journey. So please share this with someone that you think might like to hear about Rachel's work. Until next week. Have a wonderful, healthy when we get hit. Thank you for investing this time with me on the don't wait for your wake up call Podcast. I'm so glad you joined in. If you can take two minutes to share this episode with someone you think can benefit and have a positive impact on their life. That would be wonderful. Please leave a review by going to your favorite podcast listening app. And let me know what you enjoy or would like to hear more of it will support me in my effort to bring the possibility of natural healing to a wider audience and help disrupt the sick care system we have today and make human health a global priority. Health is your true wealth.