Is the pandemic stealing your joy?  Don't let it!  Woman's Day content director Meaghan B Murphy says that we can mourn the challenges of the pandemic, but we don't have to feel guilty for finding joy and happiness in the middle of the storm.   As always, Meaghan comes prepped with an arsenal of ideas for fun summer socially distanced activities. Flashlight tag? Outdoor movie night? A cold s'more bar!? Elevate your summer social life with these easy-to-apply, super fun options.   I'm live EVERY WEEKDAY on YouTube with amazing takeaways from the world's best experts, so click the link in bio and subscribe to the channel so you don't miss a thing!!!   RESOURCES:   Meaghan's Socials: @MeghanBMurphy   Host Your Own Outdoor Screening Night: https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/causes/how-to-host-a-movie-night-in-your-backyard/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Feeling anxiety over the future of our country during this pandemic? Trust me, you're NOT alone. NYT Bestselling Author @MarianneWilliamson says you'd be crazy if you WEREN'T feeling anxiety right now. For Marianne, anxiety isn't bad. It's a human acknowledgement of trauma, and a signal that it's time for us to make changes in our lives. Marianne says that our country is having a "crisis of adulthood" and that this pandemic, while immensely challenging, may just be the earth-shattering event to wake us up, and move us from a position of self-contentedness to empathy and action. For the full show, click the link in BIO, and make sure to subscribe to the YouTube when you land there! RESOURCES: Marianne's Socials: @MarianneWilliamson Project Angel Food: www.angelfood.org --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Dealing with chronic pain?   #Egoscue practitioner @TheBrianBradley has worked with @TonyRobbins for nearly 30 years, and these practices have revolutionized the way Tony, and Brian's many high-profile clients, live their lives.   Today, we'll learn targeted, easy-to-apply "e-cises" that take about 5 minutes every day, and can promote everything from chronic pain management to cellulite reduction, even amplified immunity! 94% of patients who practice E-cises see measurable improvements.  For more amazing interviews, subscribe RIGHT NOW! RESOURCES: EGOSCUE WEBSITE: https://www.egoscue.com/what-is-egoscue/leadership/ BRIAN'S SOCIALS: @TheBrianBradley --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Feeling like you've hit your rock bottom? 3-Time NYT Bestselling author @GlennonDoyle can relate. After a severe alcohol addiction, a crippling fight w/ bulimia, and a broken marriage, she's reinvigorated herself with yet another lauded book "UNTAMED" - where she teaches women everywhere including me, how to finally listen to that inner voice and chase the life we actually want to live. There's a reason Oprah Winfrey is producing a scripted film based on her life. Glennon believes that women are tamed to shrink and disappear, rather than embrace the wild, beautiful lives that live inside each and every one us. Really, her message is simple: "Disappoint as many people as you can to avoid disappointing yourself." RESOURCES: GLENNON DOYLE: @GlennonDoyle UNTAMED BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Untamed-Glennon-Doyle-Melton/dp/1984801252 GLENNON'S CHARITY: https://togetherrising.org/ SUZY BATIZ EPISODE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turning-bad-sh-t-to-good-sh-t-secret-to-success-suzy/id1320060107?i=1000432243760 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

This episode is of the BEST and most important conversations I’ve EVER HAD on my show!  Your emotions do NOT define you.By changing your language from “I am stressed” to “I FEEL stressed,” Harvard Psychologist Dr. Susan David teaches us how to face life’s very real challenges with courage.  Tune in for simple and POWERFUL tools that will change your life! RESOURCES: Dr David's Socials: @SusanDavid_PHD Dr David's Website: https://www.susandavid.com/ Dr David's Emotional Agility Quiz: http://quiz.susandavid.com/s3/eai --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Overwhelmed? Not where you want to be in your life?! Bestselling author of "Get S**t Done" Erin Falconer BLEW MARIA'S MIND today when she stressed the importance of checking in with ourselves. Erin's revolutionary techniques to productivity will CHANGE YOUR LIFE: -take stock of what you ACTUALLY want -limit your goals to three major focuses -throw off the expectations of perfection You can literally do a 180 on your own life!!! This is truly one of my favorite conversations I've EVER had on this show, and if you know 3 people in your life that need to hear this message, tag them in the comments below. Subscribe on YouTube and join us everyday LIVE at 11am - link in BIO! RESOURCES: Erin's Socials: @ErinFalconerErin's  Website: www.pickthebrain.com Erin's Book: https://www.amazon.com/How-to-Get-Sh-t-Done-audiobook/dp/B078K259JY/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=erin+falconer+get+shit+done&qid=1594243812&sr=8-1 (edited) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Craving more happiness in your life? Today, I featured NYT bestselling author and happiness expert @GretchenRubin to discuss the practical "emergency toolkit" methods to increase your happiness; did you know "smelling the roses" is scientifically proven to increase your happiness?  Also, did you know that clutter doesn't necessarily equal disorganization!  You HAVE to watch today's episode to find out why! I know there are people in your life who NEED a happiness boost right now, so mention them in the comments below to change their day! RESOURCES: Gretchen's Socials: @GretchenRubin Gretchen's Emergency Playlist:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4OJtnTLct2v1YiKryA7iGB Gretchen's 4 Tendencies Quiz: https://quiz.gretchenrubin.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Looking for some good fitness accountability in Quarantine? The Tone It Up app, co-founded by my guest Karena Dawn, offers you easy at-home workouts, and we discuss a TON of them today's episode of Better Together. We also discussed the growing popularity of CBD, and, she teases the power of CAULIFLOWER in smoothies!? Who knew! Share this post with 5 friends that you know are OBSESSED with smoothies!  But first, we feature our #GoodNewsMonday story courtesy of @GoodNews_Movement: a montage of a hardworking Lebanese essential worker, as a tribute from his proud, beautiful daughter. RESOURCES: Karena's Socials: @KarenaDawn  Tone It Up Website: www.toneitup.com Altwell Website: www.altwell.com TikTok Trump Imitator: @TheReal_NRP Booty Bands: https://www.google.com/aclk?sa=l&ai=DChcSEwjKt_n-tbnqAhVeGK0GHQGqCbsYABACGgJwdg&sig=AOD64_0irpXPPpWnWtWwostZZ51AMQWGiA&q=&ved=2ahUKEwj4hfP-tbnqAhVOsZ4KHQ87CJsQ0Qx6BAgREAE&adurl= Cauliflower Smoothie Recipe: https://www.toneitup.com/recipe/this-secret-ingredient-is-going-to-transform-your-smoothie/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

In anticipation of 4th of July, I'm thrilled to feature @ChefMarcMurphy on my show, where he helped us make the world's BEST Watermelon/Feta salad you've ever had! Up your food game this Saturday! But first, we discuss 4th of July trivia. How many total hot dogs do YOU think are consumed across the country every July 4? Comment below! RESOURCES:  Marc Murphy's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Season-Authority-Confident-Home-Cooking/dp/0544315553/ref=asc_df_0544315553/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=311990507415&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15934127926158328&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9031149&hvtargid=pla-570552813978&psc=1  Marc Murphy's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/food-360-with-marc-murphy/id1458545350  Marc Murphy's Grilled Romaine Recipe: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/grilled-romaine-3362675  Marc Murphy's Watermelon/Feta/Mint Recipe: (simple, just combine those ingredients!)   Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria  Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Video: https://youtu.be/2ThtkEYFt8I Whether it's your kids or your spouse, you may be one of the many people losing their minds in lockdown. The surprising reason for this might be that you aren't PLAYING enough. Bestselling interpersonal psychologist Dr. Amanda Gummer says that by getting active, re-focusing your energy, creating space for forgivable mistakes, and fostering a space to laugh, play is one of the best ways to maintain positive mental health in lockdown, and not just with your kids! RESOURCES: AMANDA'S WEBSITE: www.goodplayguide.com GREAT "PLAY" RESOURCES FOR PARENTS: www.thegeniusofplay.org/playtoday --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Though WWE's Fire and Desire are at odds, my friend Sonya Deville has never been better. From her untouchable presence on Smackdown to her passionate inclusion messages during Pride, Sonya (or as I call her, Daria) is one of the most important and badass role models on TV right now.In this conversation, we talk about her early days as an extra on Burn Notice and her decision to come out as gay on national television. Plus a surprise caller shades Sonya LIVE on air, who Sonya accuses of being her arch-rival Mandy Rose... RESOURCES: MALIBU HARD WATER: https://www.amazon.com/Malibu-Hard-Water-Wellness-Remedy/dp/B0019HYC6G FOLLOW SONYA: @SonyaDevilleWWE FOLLOW MANDY(?): @WWE_MandyRose Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria  Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Feeling the pressure to have a "perfect fairytale" relationship with your partner? LET GO! Dr Pepper Schwartz says striving for perfection in your relationship will only escalate pressure, tension and resentment between you and your partner, so give yourself so grace and space! We also discuss the signs of love addiction, and the importance of taking realistic stock of your day-to-day happiness with your partner.  But first, we feature our weekly #GoodNewsMonday segment courtesy of @GoodNews_Movement. This story of a 104-year-old coming to tears for her birthday gift will make you misty.   RESOURCES:  Snap Strategies Book: https://www.amazon.com/Snap-Strategies-Couples-Everyday-Relationship/dp/1580055621  The Normal Bar Book:https://www.amazon.com/Normal-Bar-Surprising-Creating-Relationship/dp/0307951642/ref=pd_lpo_14_img_0/140-0040718-3025508?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0307951642&pd_rd_r=ac12e8ec-6ac8-4772-9aa5-e589479619c5&pd_rd_w=6vN6Q&pd_rd_wg=JUAbq&pf_rd_p=7b36d496-f366-4631-94d3-61b87b52511b&pf_rd_r=X3JNDQZSNC7MGQ637YQN&psc=1&refRID=X3JNDQZSNC7MGQ637YQN   Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria  Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Video: https://youtu.be/Ak1VueHnRgo Wondering how to tame with those unwieldy bangs in quarantine? My stylist, the brilliant Dimitri Giannetos, has amazing bang suggestions, color suggestions, and hair health suggestions that are mind-blowingly simple. Plus, we welcome back my former assistant, the always hilarious Meredith Ahern for some much-needed laughs over our craziest meal in quarantine. RESOURCES: Dimitri's Socials: @DimitrishairMer's Socials: @Mlahern812 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

What if you could knock out ALL of your quarterly appointments (dentist, haircut, DMV, doctors, physicals) in ONE day? You can, by intentionally "bulk scheduling" your appointments every six weeks. This is just one of the MANY practical organizing solutions @Organize365 CEO and bestselling author Lisa Woodruff shared in my interview with her on #BetterTogether. Find the time and space you didn't know you had!But first, discover how a man from Japan stunned his blind wife with an incredibly uplifting act of service: story courtesy of @GoodNews_Movement RESOURCES: The Sunday Basket: https://organize365.com/the-sunday-basket/ Lisa's Book: https://organize365.com/thepapersolution/ Lisa's Podcast: https://organize365.com/category/365-podcast/ Lisa's Website: https://organize365.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Did you know every 43 seconds, someone in our country is having a heart attack? Clearly, we're facing a challenging national health crisis (which has only been exacerbated by Covid), but @DocEmerson has great news for you. Chronic diseases can be reversed through one simple method: eating well. By promoting antioxidant rich foods, leafy greens, and gut health, we can literally add decades to our life, and the brilliant @DocEmerson makes it easy!  RESOURCES:  THE HEALING PROTOCOLS BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Protocols-Dr-Mark-Emerson/dp/0985239689  DR. MARK'S WEBSITE: https://www.docemerson.com/   Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria  Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

In honor of Juneteenth, we are not running our normal programming. Instead, we've compiled some of the incredible Black voices we've featured on the show over the last two weeks. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Across her influence on YouTube, IG, and TikTok, Hannah Stocking is one of the most celebrated  content creators in the industry, and she's only 28. She has over 6.8 million subscribers on YouTube and 17.6 million followers on Instagram. Hannah Stocking is also the host of Mindie, a YouTube Music talk show produced by Shots Studios. Stocking is managed by John Shahidi of Shots Studios.   Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria  Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

What does #DefundThePolice actually mean? Today, I chatted with expert Candis Watts Smith, a social scientist and professor from U Penn, to help us better understand the emerging movement. We also talked about systematic racism, particularly how HOLC Maps in city real estate perpetuate the cycle or racism in our country.But first, After Buzz TV host James Maple shares his experiences on the front lines protesting, plus his journey developing as a writer through his "I Love You, James" series. RESOURCES: James' Instagram: @TerrellJamesMapleProfessor Candis' Website: https://www.candiswsmith.com/ More On HOLC Maps: https://dsl.richmond.edu/panorama/redlining/#loc=5/39.1/-94.58 "My Damn Mind" This American Life Episode: 579: My Damn Mind - This American Life www.thisamericanlife.org › transcript --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Video: https://youtu.be/8tHCNcmEU3Q Is self-identity really the key to happiness and fulfillment? @EdMylett, host of the world's #1 business podcast, says that taking an inventory of our own unique and special gifts is the best way to find purpose and discover the life we truly we want! But first, I welcome my friend @JamesLottJr on the show to discuss his thoughts on the rapidly shifting climate of our country, and why his history and experience powerfully inform his perspective on today. RESOURCES: Ed's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ed-mylett-show/id1181233130 Ed's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Max-Out-Your-Life/dp/1641840293 James' TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jameslottjr --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

If you thought you knew Charlotte Flair, buckle up for today's incredible interview, where we discuss everything from how quarantine has changed her career prospects, to her thoughts about motherhood, and even her aspirations for a career in #Hollywood (Marvel, anyone!?) Charlotte is the first person to acknowledge that Ashley Fliehr and Charlotte Flair are separate people, and today, we got a beautiful look into Ashley's world. Make sure to tune into Fox Sports 1 tonight to see BOTH of us revisiting #WWEEvolution! RESOURCES: Charlotte Socials: @CharlotteWWE (insta) @MsCharlotteWWE (twitter) Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Are you feeling burnout in this time of uncertainty? Our guest  Jim Kwik has the answer for you: “Burnout Isn’t doing too much, it’s doing too little of what you care about.” Jim has incredible, attainable advice that you can implement in “small simple steps” that can change your life, and eventually, change the world. With Jim Kwik, you truly are #Limitless.But first, I chat with AfterBuzzer and passionate social justice advocate Sana Moore for a firsthand account of the protests! Also, thanks to @Goodnews_Movement for providing today's amazing wedding story for #GoodNewsMonday. Make sure to follow @Goodnews_Movement on IG.  RESOURCES: Find Jim Kwik: @JimKwikJim's  Book #LIMITLESS: https://www.amazon.com/Limitless-Upgrade-Anything-Faster-Exceptional/dp/1401958230 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Video: https://youtu.be/Agwt2_6296I NYT Bestselling Psychiatrist Dr. Dan Siegel walks us through the hard truths about our biases, coupled with our instincts toward in- and out- group thinking, shedding light on the turbulence in our country right now. Fortunately, Dr. Dan Siegel has developed teachings and methods to help us move past those biases and access that deepest parts of our minds. Science shows that doing this can help us better empathize with our fellow man, and could even change the world. RESOURCES:Wheel of Awareness (includes 25 minute meditation): https://www.wheelofawareness.com/#:~:text=The%20Wheel%20of%20Awareness%20is,a%20%E2%80%9Cspoke%20of%20attention.%E2%80%9D Steve Suomi Info: https://web.archive.org/web/20080126100548/http://www.ciar.ca/web/home.nsf/Pages/home.0673 Descartes Error: https://www.amazon.com/Descartes-Error-Emotion-Reason-Human-ebook/dp/B00AFY2XVK Mindsight Institute Website: https://www.mindsightinstitute.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Video: https://youtu.be/rD3pNhZeL2o Backed by years of military experience and words of of clear-eyed wisdom, AJ Jolivette illuminates the challenges our country is facing right now beautifully. From his thoughts on law enforcement reform, to his beautiful memorialization of those other black lives we lost in vain, I feel so grateful to have him in my life, and now in yours. RESOURCES: AJ's Socials: @AJJolivette AJ's Gym: https://www.facebook.com/blackbeltcollectivekravmaga/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

During this unprecedented time, the mission of #BetterTogether has never felt more important. To help us unpack this historic moment, Maria invites two friends: attorney and frequent TV commentator @EboniKWilliams, and beloved WWE Champion and philanthropist @TitusONeilWWE.   RESOURCES:  Gandhi Mahal Fundraiser: https://www.facebook.com/donate/624114434980787/  Eboni’s Website: https://ebonikwilliams.com/  Titus’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/titusoneilwwe/?hl=en    Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Cari Rose is a game-changing Life Coach who has worked with, among other influential clients, the Bella Twins. The foundation of her work is shifting our language and programming from victimhood to creation. We even get to see her methods in practice when she does a quick session with my bestie Meredith! What will YOU take away from Cari's teaching? RESOURCES: Cari’s Website: https://www.feeltheshift.com/ Cari’s App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/journey8-become-limitless/id1455579597 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Vanderpump Rules has been a staple of Bravo's reality lineup for almost a decade, and OG Scheana Shay is one of the reasons. Today on #BetterTogether we talked all about the wild season, her widely criticized edit, and the recently mounted #JusticeForScheana campaign. Plus, we discuss fertility, and Scheana even reveals that she and her current boyfriend Brock Davies are considering embryos TOGETHER! Maria loved our chat, and we know you will too! RESOURCES: Scheana’s Podcast: https://www.podcastone.com/scheananigans-with-scheana-shay Shceana’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jgdbAu8PZMmfYZBj2xnog --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Did you know women are physiologically 10 times more likely to deal with chronic stress issues than men? This is a passion point for Dr Pamela Peeke, whom I had the pleasure of chatting with on my show BetterTogether. On today's show, we discussed the profound differences between productive stress and toxic stress, which is defined by helplessness, hopelessness, and defeat. Dr. Peeke offers practical strategies to deal with toxic stress: like hitting pause on our prefrontal cortex, which she calls "the CEO of the brain." We chatted about how resilience is one of the most important skills we can develop to deal with stress, and how resilience often needs to be re-taught when life throws us curveballs. Will your day be defined by productive stress, or toxic stress? RESOURCES: Dr Peeke’s Website: https://drpeeke.com/ Dr. Peeke’s Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/her-podcast-with-dr-pamela-peeke-radiomd/id742910884 TWITTER - @PamPeekeMD --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

*THIS EPISODE WAS ORIGINALLY BROADCAST ON JUN 17, 2019* Last year, Maria interviewed #DougAbrams, who co-authored the Book Of Joy w/ The Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu, and his sage advice about journeying through hardship with patience and joy has never felt more relevant amidst Covid-19. Doug discusses the lessons he learned first hand from his time with the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu, who have survived more than fifty years of exile and oppression, and yet despite their hardships—or, as they would say, because of them—are two of the most joyful people on the planet. Happy Memorial Day! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

In honor of Brain Cancer Awareness Month, Maria chats  with Courtney Elizabeth (@Courtelizz1), a staple of YouTube’s beauty influencer community. In 2017, she was diagnosed with Brain Cancer, and bravely chronicled the journey to recovery on her channel. Today, we discussed how she fought through it, why she did it publicly, how she stayed healthy during recovery (Black Seed Oil anyone?), and even got into some beauty tips! But first, we gotta ask: who Could Use AB eer? Maria’s former assistant and party partner-in-crime Meredith Alhern, that's who! Listen to the two of them recall some of our wild times from their 20s! #BetterTogether is live every Mon-Thur @ 11a PT! RESOURCES: Naomi Campbell Cleans A Plane: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-U_jT9qWvs&feature=emb_title Courtney’s YouTube: https://www.google.com/search?q=Courtelizz1&oq=courte&aqs=chrome.0.69i59l4j0j69i60l3.834j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Courtney’s Surgery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mwOzsxaMfM0&t=440s Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

The Bella Twins, Brie and Nikki,, have built their entire careers on openness and vulnerability, but even Maria  was taken aback by how beautifully unguarded her conversation with them was today. They discuss the incredible details of their new memoir Incomparable, even reflecting on the sexual assault Nikki so bravely included in the book. They also dove into former flings, current relationships, and the REAL story behind Nikki & Artem time during Dancing With The Stars! The girls shared why therapy AND life coaching have been vital instruments in their success, and offer some beautifully heartfelt words around the tragic passing of Shad Gaspard. RESOURCES: INSTAGRAM: @BellaTwins New book: https://www.amazon.com/Incomparable-Brie-Bella/dp/1797112848 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Today on Better Together, we feature world renowned energy healer and practitioner #DrBradleyNelson to discuss how "trapped emotions" in our body, either created in our lives, or inherited from the trauma of our ancestors, can manifest physical pain. Dr. Nelson's studies are backed in quantum physics, and have yielded results for many all over the world. Maria even goes out on a limb to do a live healing session with Dr. Nelson! It's a must see interview! RESOURCES: DR. BRADLEY’S WEBSITE: http://www.drbradleynelson.com/ “The Emotion Code” Book: https://www.amazon.com/Emotion-Code-Emotions-Abundant-Happiness/dp/1250214505 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

I had two incredible breakthroughs on Better Together today with world-renowned Swedish psychologist and author Katarina Blom. Happiness isn't a "state of being," it's an emotion, and just like all of our emotions, our goal should be to work towards experiencing happiness, not obligating it into our lives. On today's show, Katarina walks us through practical, science-backed exercises to increase our likelihood of achieving happiness more frequently. These strategies have NEVER been more valuable. PLUS, we share our #GoodNewsMonday story straight from @Good_News_Movement 's instagram - a traveling troubadour dedicated to bringing social distance graduation ceremonies to the hard-working students that deserve them! Enjoy the show! RESOURCES: KATRINA BLOM’S WEBSITE: http://katarinablom.com/ KATARINA BLOM’S SOCIALS: @KatarinaBlom --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

*THIS EPISODE WAS ORIGINALLY BROADCAST ON MAY 14, 2020** A raw, unguarded conversation with Jamie Lynn Spears, about why she really left the business, how scary it was, and how watching her sister Britney's life influenced that decision. We get an emotional, step-by-step account of her daughter's terrifying accident and miracle recovery, and her new outlook on life thereafter. She opens up with a behind-the-scenes look at growing up as a Spears, especially as Britney's younger sister. Of course Zoey101 fans will be thrilled to hear her discuss the future of the show, but which roles did she walk away from (hint, hint, could she have been our favorite #Vampire?) Finally, she shares her excitement over her new Netflix show Sweet Magnolias. Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Maria resonated DEEPLY with today’s episode, guided by the wonderful Judi Johnson (The_Indigo_Coach), who uses feelings based coaching as the foundation of her entire practice. By targeting different areas of our brain and body (cooling our amagudla and limbic systems), we can not only achieve peace moment to moment, but we can actually create habits and practices to benefit our future selves. Maria LOVES practical takeaway, and this one is full of it! RESOURCES: JUDI’S WEBSITE: https://www.theindigocoach.com/ VOMIT JOURNAL RESOURCE: https://www.theindigocoach.com/offerings/project-one-l9k4n JUDI’S INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/the_indigo_coach/ 5/12 - FRIENDS Producer/Director Kevin Bright Discusses The Future Of The Show! Video: https://youtu.be/BzVxARbSUB8 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Video: https://youtu.be/BzVxARbSUB8 Kevin Bright is the brilliant producer/director behind FRIENDS, not to mention one of the most important figures in multi camera television. On today’s show, we get exclusive details about the upcoming HBO Max reunion, and even info about Kevin’s upcoming documentary about dog meat culture in South Korea, Nureongi. RESOURCES: Keving Bright Twitter: @kbrightELA Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Astrology means a lot of different things to a lot of different people. Some range from profoundly skeptical to passionately reliant on the messages the stars can tell us, but our guest ROSE THEODRA knows how to connect with each and every one of them! The renowned astrologer has been featured in everything from Vogue to The New York Times, and has a lot of light to shed on this unprecedented time. Plus, she does 3 live readings with our listeners! RESOURCES: Rose’s Website: https://www.rosetheodora.com/ Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon!  Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria  Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Yes, Mother’s Day is this Sunday...you didn’t forget, did you!? Well, even if you did, we have you covered. Maria goes over her incredible budget-friendly gift guide (in resources below), and beloved chef Giada Di Laurentiis makes her decadent fluffy buttermilk-lemon pancakes with Maria! Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Now more than ever, we’re being bombarded by depressing and joy-stealing news about the global pandemic, but Michelle Figueroa would argue there’s good news everywhere. So much so, that she started her own grassroots community (@Goodnews_Movement on IG) called Good News Movement, where we can go every day for uplifting stories about humanity at its best! Speaking of Humanity at its best, we welcome recently trending newlyweds Aaron Meyers and Amanda Mason to talk about their social distance wedding, complete with video and photos, to celebrate their beautiful day. RESOURCES: Good News Movement On IG: https://www.instagram.com/goodnews_movement/ Washington Post Article on Aaron and Amanda:  https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2020/04/28/wedding-social-distance-lockdown-coronavirus/?arc404=true --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Video: https://youtu.be/bYGXwyK2ovo Happy Cinco De Mayo! To celebrate, Maria invites her family and friends SOCIAL DISTANCING, into the show, and we all get litty! But things get surprisingly meaningful when we bring on Pump Rules star Lala Kent to talk about her sobriety journey, life with film producer Randall Emmett, and of course, the juicy new season of Vanderpump Rules. RESOURCES: Lala’s Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/give-them-lala-with-randall/id1494722390 Lala’s Beauty Line: https://givethemlala.com/ Lala’s Cucumber Mocktail: 1.5 Oz Club Soda 4-5 Slices of Muddle Cucumber 1 oz fresh lemon juice 1 oz simple syrup Lala’s Ceramic Grater: https://www.amazon.com/Cooks-Innovations-Ceramic-Grater-Plate/dp/B001BOBZSU --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Even now, we have money hiding on our wallets, and Ramsey personality and financial expert Rachel Cruze is here to help us find it. While it’s clear that we are headed for a challenging recession, this new time has opened up markets, and there is incoming to be found that Rachel can help us uncover. RESOURCES: FREE FPU SEMINAR: www.DaveRamsey.com/hope RACHEL’S 7 DAY BUDGET REFRESH - Join the Facebook Group!: https://www.facebook.com/rachelramseycruze/groups/?ref=page_internal “Love Your Life, Not Theirs” - https://www.amazon.com/Love-Your-Life-Not-Theirs/dp/1937077977 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

If you’re looking to celebrate your mother next Sunday, you’re in one of 3 categories: quarantined WITH your mom, quarantined NEAR your mom, or quarantine FAR from your mom. Fortunately, celebrity event planner Edward Perotti has great, practical takeaways for each scenario, on today’s better together, and he even tells a great story about Jennifer Hudson! Don’t miss it.   RESOURCES:  EDWARD’S WEBSITE:  https://www.edwardaperotti.com/  EDWARD’S SOCIALS: @PerottiEA   Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

For the first time since 1991, E! News is moved to the morning, and it’s co-spearheaded by Lilliana Vazquez and Scott Tweedie. Lilliana joins Maria today to discuss the news gig. And speaking of discussions, we welcome Perez Hilton to talk about his life as a father, especially during quarantine! RESOURCES:  Lilliana Vazqeuz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lillianavazquez/?hl=en  Perez Hilton Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theperezhilton/?hl=en  Perez Hilton New Book: https://www.amazon.com/TMI-Life-Scandal-Perez-Hilton/dp/1641604042   Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon!  Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria  Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

It’s been centuries since the earth has been asked to come to a “standstill” like it has for this pandemic, and Yogi Cameron argues that that might not be such a bad thing. This unprecedented time will force all of us to confront our own spirit, and as Yogi says, it gives us the chance to decide who we want to be when we come out of this time. RESOURCES: Yogi Cameron’s Website (Books, Info, Socials!) :https://www.yogicameron.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Bobbi Vogel’s methods may seem unconventional, but as an intuitive medical healer, she has seen wildly encouraging health improvements from her many clients, including a tumor-ridden 7 year old whose vision was restored through energy healing. By working with energy and diagnosing trauma from past lives, Bobbi is able to identify density in the bodies of her subjects, and provide physical and spiritual relief from wounds and maladies. Learn about it today! *Leave us a review before Fri, May 1 on Apple Podacsts, and you’ll be eligible for a free UPW seminar courtesy of Tony Robbins! RESOURCES: Bobbi’s Website: https://ethericmedicine.com/ Bobbi’s Socials: https://www.instagram.com/bobbivogel.ethericmedicine/?hl=en Hands of Light Book: https://www.amazon.com/Hands-Light-Healing-Through-Energy/dp/0553345397 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Maria Menounos has been a long time disciple of Tony Robbins, and today, he joins us for “Better Together w/ Maria Menounos” where the pair discusses the new world of Covid-19, why the media is avoiding important truths about hope for the future, and how priming can help us not only survive the pandemic, but thrive! *Leave us a review before Fri, May 1 on Apple Podacsts, and you’ll be eligible for a free UPW seminar courtesy of Tony Robbins! RESOURCES: Tony’s Daily PRIMING Exercise: https://www.instagram.com/tv/B_LB7VtnoBZ/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria  Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

This global lockdown is affecting everything, from surgeries to check ups, but many women who were in the middle of IVF or fertility treatments are also affected! Today, Dr. Wendy Chang, a world renowned fertility expert who has appeared on everything from The Drs. to The Today Show, briefs all of us on how to optimize reproductive health, even during this time. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

The real “magic” of a great life coaching is distilling life’s biggest challenges into simple, practical sayings and practices, and that is Martha Beck (you know, one of Oprah’s go to life coaches), in a nutshell. Today we discuss Martha’s incredible biography and how it shaped her life, how we can follow what brings us true joy, and why living authentically is the only way to live healthy. Become a member of the Better Together community through Patreon! Patreon.com/BetterTogetherWithMaria Join our Facebook group!: https://www.facebook.com/groups/432608110738691/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Kyle Richards has always been an open book, and today’s episode is no different! She opened up to Maria about dealing with anxiety during this crazy time, nesting with her family, and even what we can expect on the upcoming season! RESOURCES: An 80’s Prom Zoom Murder Mystery: https://www.google.com/search?q=80s+prom+zoom+muder+mystery&oq=80s+prom+zoom+muder+mystery&aqs=chrome..69i57j33.3444j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support