Homes That Heal | Transform Your Home Into a Health and Wellness Sanctuary

Imagine feeling trapped in a cycle where each day brings a struggle with your health and happiness.
For many, battling alcohol addiction not only takes a toll on physical well-being but also affects finding peace and joy. In such moments, the importance of intentional living becomes clear—a purposeful effort to shape a space that encourages a life of health, personal growth, and happiness.
Anyone can start a journey of positive change. Simple, thoughtful changes in daily habits can make a big difference.
Introducing Mark Heller, my husband & guest for this episode. Mark's past was clouded by unhealthy habits like excessive partying and unhealthy eating, including struggles with alcohol addiction that impacted his health and well-being. He felt overweight, bloated, inflamed, and sluggish all around.
One pivotal moment, a doctor-recommended medication for his high blood pressure, made him realize the need for change—a wake-up call that pushed his journey to sobriety and wellness.
By integrating health practices into his daily life, Mark was able to transform his health and outlook. Now, he shares his story to inspire others facing similar challenges, showing that positive change is possible through commitment and support.
Featured Guest - Mark Heller:

Mark is a Wealth Strategist specializing in the Infinite Banking Concept (IBC).
Initially aspiring to be a veterinarian, he shifted his focus to community service in college, later buying and managing real estate. Discovering IBC in 2021 through a mastermind group profoundly transformed my financial perspective, leading him to pivot his career to educate others on creating generational wealth.
Outside of work, Mark prioritizes health, enjoys time with his cats, and loves exploring beaches and national parks with his wife, Jen.
Connect with Mark Heller:
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: @MarkHellerIBC

Connect with Me:

• Website: www.jenhellerlifestyle.com
• Instagram: @jenhellerlifestyle
• Facebook: @jenhellerlifestyle
• YouTube: @JenHellerLifestyle
• Email me at [email protected]

Managing your weight can feel like a challenging, daily task.

You check the mirror, hoping for progress, but the same reflection stares back. Every pound feels heavier, and you start to believe that your weight measures your value. There’s always a back-and-forth between not feeling good enough and wishing you could make a change.

How would it feel to finally escape this cycle? As the pounds fall away, so does the stress and anxiety that’s been holding you down. You wake up each day feeling lighter, confident, and full of self-love.

Melissa Bayne-Allison, my dear friend and fellow Hodag, has been where you are now. She’s a vibes-first behavioral change coach and personal trainer who has walked her path to healing. Her struggle with weight and self-love led her to develop a holistic approach to healing herself and coaching others, which she shares in this episode.

Don’t let past struggles define your future. Having a trainer who understands you can make it easier to love yourself and feel good in your body. Tune in now!

Resource:

• Grab the easy-to-follow Home Wellness Checklist now: https://jenhellerlifestyle.myflodesk.com/homewellnesschecklist
• Avail of Melissa's Ridiculous Day Special one-on-one coaching. Message Melissa at [email protected] and mention RIDICULOUS or Homes That Heal podcast.

Read the blog: Getting Fit and Building Confidence with A Personal Trainer

Melissa Bayne-Allison Bio:
Mel is a “VIBES FIRST” Behavior Change Coach, personal trainer, and Domestic Violence+Sexual Assault consultant.

She has been supporting people in leveling up their lives, and health for the last 15 years.

Three years ago, she launched her own coaching+consulting business, Thrive & Empower, LLC, to serve people in a way that felt+vibed more like her!

Connect with Melissa Bayne-Allison:

• Website: Thrive & Empower Coaching
• Instagram: @thats.my.coach.mel
• Facebook Page: Melissa Bayne-Allison

Connect with Me:

• Website: www.jenhellerlifestyle.com
• Instagram: @jenhellerlifestyle
• Facebook: @jenhellerlifestyle
• YouTube: @JenHellerLifestyle
• Email me at [email protected]

Is it hard to work on yourself when you’re always trying to meet other people’s demands?

It’s a tough spot to be in. You’re always told to achieve, do better, and meet expectations. And in the chaos, your needs and growth often take a back seat. This constant battle inside can leave you feeling drained and disconnected from your true self.

This episode is part 2 of my conversation with Siri, my soul sister where she digs deeper into the importance of creating a space in your home that allows you to elevate your well-being. She also beautifully highlights why divine timing is our guide and what it means to expand our capacity to feel good.

If you want to become more conscious and aligned with your true purpose, you won't want to miss this episode.

Resource: Grab the easy-to-follow Home Wellness Checklist now:
https://jenhellerlifestyle.myflodesk.com/homewellnesschecklist
Read the blog: 3 Ways to Create Happiness and Expand Your Capacity to Feel Good

Siri Baruc Thornton Bio:

Siri Baruc Thornton was born in an American Sikh yoga ashram but mainly grew up with Reiki masters, channelers, and meditation teachers in Vermont. She was an actor performer her whole life on the East Coast and in LA and traveled the world for films. She’s a domestic CEO, Mountain Breathwork teacher, Akashic teacher, Reiki Master of Masters, Human Design reader, Buddhist practitioner, and music, dance & dog lover.

Connect with Siri Baruc Thornton:

• Website: www.sageandblushwellness.com
• Instagram: @siribaructhornton

Connect with Me:

• Website: www.jenhellerlifestyle.com
• Instagram: @jenhellerlifestyle
• Facebook: @jenhellerlifestyle
• YouTube: @JenHellerLifestyle
• Email me at [email protected]

Infrared saunas offer numerous health benefits. They're excellent for healing from an injury, reducing inflammation, improving circulation, and even aiding in the recovery from brain trauma, such as concussions.

While I'm not a medical expert, I’ve experienced firsthand how this therapy can promote unbelievable healing, especially when combined with red light therapy. If you’re dealing with pain, or inflammation, or just looking for ways to boost your overall wellness, an infrared sauna might be worth considering.

In this episode, I'm answering these three questions:

1. Can red light therapy help with concussions and other head trauma?
2. Does Clearlight®️ sauna make an outdoor sauna?
3. Can I work out in the sauna?

I also shared bits and pieces of my recent travels especially my soul adventure in Banff, Canada. I would not have experienced Banff if I had not used a few specific therapies routinely over the years, and one of those is my Clearlight®️ infrared sauna.

Whether you’re an athlete or simply someone who wants to feel better in your body, the combination of heat and light therapy is a powerful tool.

Don’t forget that your health is your wealth, and making these small, mindful additions to your routine can truly change your life.

Related Readings:

1. Light Therapy (Photobiomodulation)
2. Transcranial near-infrared light in treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
3. Red/Near-Infrared Light-Emitting Diode Treatments in Chronic, Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Open-Protocol Study

Resource:

• Grab the easy-to-follow Home Wellness Checklist now: https://jenhellerlifestyle.myflodesk.com/homewellnesschecklist
• Go to Jen Recommends page for a list of my favorite books and products for health and wellness. https://jenhellerlifestyle.com/jen-recommends
• Searching for a new coach? A graphic designer? Health clinic or other professional? Here's my curated list and most trusted connections. https://jenhellerlifestyle.com/connections
• Looking for a Destination Retreat like the one I had in Banff? Find one at https://www.souladventurecollective.com

Read the blog: Can Red Light Therapy and Saunas Help With Head Trauma and Concussions?

Connect with Me:

• Website: www.jenhellerlifestyle.com
• Instagram: @jenhellerlifestyle
• Facebook: @jenhellerlifestyle
• YouTube: @JenHellerLifestyle
• Email me at [email protected]

"Healing isn’t about levels or quick fixes; it’s about holding the frequency, elevating yourself, and embodying the work."
Those are the words of my friend Megan Zechel, who is sharing her family's health journey in this episode.

Megan's health struggles, including rheumatoid arthritis, Hashimoto's hypothyroidism, and food allergies, led her down a path of self-discovery and holistic healing. She didn't find the answers she needed in traditional medicine, so she embarked on a journey of self-education, diving into holistic nutrition, herbalism, and other natural modalities. Her daughter's health issues led her to work with holistic practitioners to uncover the root causes, and the entire family made changes. Through this process, the whole family made significant lifestyle changes to detoxify their home and diet. Megan's husband also faced health challenges, including ulcerative colitis. Again, Megan refused to settle for conventional treatments and explored a more holistic approach, incorporating music therapy, plant medicine, and emotional healing work. The family's dedication to their well-being is truly inspiring.

Tune in now and be inspired to start taking on your healing journey with intention.

Resource: Grab the easy-to-follow Home Wellness Checklist now:
https://jenhellerlifestyle.myflodesk.com/homewellnesschecklist

Read the blog: Secrets to Wellness: A Journey From Autoimmune Challenges to Vibrant Health

Megan Zechel Bio:
Megan Zechel lives in Fort Atkinson, WI, with her husband, close to their four children and soon-to-be three grandchildren. They owned NorthFit Creamery, "Home of CrossFit Fort Atkinson," which opened in 2012 and sold in August 2023. Over the years, they've built a strong community focused not only on physical fitness but on holistic well-being. This foundation has allowed them to work more closely with individuals, small groups, and couples, fostering personal growth and healing.

Megan's passion is healing the body and creating community through practices like Holistic Nutrition, Herbalism, Physical Fitness, Metabolic Healing, and energy work, including Reiki and Spiritual Response Therapy (SRT, pendulum work). Now, she mentors individuals and groups, leads sound bath and healing circles, and hosts retreats and classes. She believes life can be truly beautiful when we break free from limiting beliefs, allowing joy, laughter, and healing to flourish. Her goal is to pass on the lessons she and her family learned, helping others discover their path to healing and happiness.

Connect with Megan Zechel:

• Website: www.megzechel.com
• Instagram: @megzechel
• Facebook Page: @megan.zechel

Connect with Me:

• Website: www.jenhellerlifestyle.com
• Instagram: @jenhellerlifestyle
• Facebook: @jenhellerlifestyle
• YouTube: @JenHellerLifestyle
• Email me at [email protected]