Episodes

Oct. 23, 2025

Energy Part 3, The Whole Enchilada

In this episode, I talk about all things energy. If you are doing all the right things, sleeping, eating, and you still feel tired. I cover what low energy can show itself as and how to help raise your energy levels. I discuss environment, saying yes too much, mindset that is dragging you down among many more. This episode was inspired by Jeffrey Allen an energy expert. If you would like to try Dr. Shivani Gupta’s amazing products and receive 15% off use LAVENDERMIND at checkout http://fusionar...
Oct. 23, 2025

Tiny Shifts for Energy and Vitality, Part 2

No time to work out. How about tiny shifts to wake up your body while driving or working. This series is about small shifts that make for more energy when we need it most. If enjoy this show, please leave a review. It helps awesome people like you find it. I appreciate you being here so much. Interested in being on my show, let’s connect!lavendermind.com As always, thank you! I appreciate your time, I hope this show offers insights so that you can show up with more energy and joy!!!! -Katie B....
Oct. 23, 2025

Tiny Shifts for Energy and Vitality Series, Part 1

Are you dragging? If so, this series is for you. It does not involve longer workouts, more caffeine or another supplement. This is about a deeper energy that we all have access to. It is from ancient truths, that are forgotten because they are free and accessible to you all the time. They seem lame and like there is no way this tiny thing could work, yet it does. I love to hear from you, email me and let me know what you love about the show, or if you would like to work with me. http://lavender...
Oct. 22, 2025

Meditation-Breath anchored me, even through Needles

Our breath is our anchor to peace. This is a short meditation and story on how our breath can carry us through anything. If you liked this meditation, share it with someone who might need it. Have a wonderful day, Katie
Oct. 16, 2025

Present Moment Pause

If you are in need of a sacred pause, listen in. This is an invitation to take a sacred pause. Thank you for being here, if this brings you peace, please share with someone else who may need to take a pause.
Oct. 16, 2025

Present Moment Pause

Present Moment Pause
Oct. 8, 2025

Ultra Marathon Mindset, Mindfulness and Staying with a Dream when the Odds are Against You! James Oliver-Founder of Atlas Bars

In this episode, I sit down with James Oliver, founder and CEO of Atlas Bars, to talk about mindset, resilience, entrepreneurship, and nutrition. James shares the story behind creating a clean, high-protein bar designed to not create cravings and have zero nutrients! It is actually made with ingredients that are whole and nourishing, imagine!!!!! We dive into his why, the discipline and mindset that fuel his leadership, and how he built Atlas bars from a kitchen experiment into one of the fast...
Oct. 7, 2025

Wellness for Gut Health, Sleep and Stress Dr. Shivani Gupta, Ayurvedic Expert

In this episode, we dive into how to use your inner wisdom and ancient Ayurvedic wisdom in our modern world. Dr. Shivani Gupta is a wealth of knowledge for gut health, stress management, sleep, and hormones to name a few. She offers guidance on how we can use our own intuition along with natural remedies to lead us to a vibrant life. We cover, sleep, gut health, and self-care tips as well as learning about your Dosha. This is an episode filled with so much knowledge you will not want to miss! D...
Sept. 25, 2025

Sobriety, Plant-Based Eating and Finding Freedom from Perfectionism with “Clean Food Dirty Girl,” Molly Patrick

In this episode, I sit down with Molly Patrick, the inspiring mind behind Clean Food, Dirty Girl, to talk all things health, sobriety, and plant based living-without pressure of perfection. We dive into: -How sobriety was a decision Molly made and stuck to even when it was really hard -Breaking free from the trap of perfectionism in health, wellness, and daily habits -Some ways to lean into eating more plants with each meal -Benefits of leaning into a plant-based way of eating that works for...
Sept. 16, 2025

Hormones, Menopause and Marriage: The Truth about Cycles with Alyx Coble-Frakes

In this conversation, I sit down with Alyx Coble-Frakes, a hormonal expert who helps women reclaim their energy, balance, and confidence by working with their cycles instead of against them. We dive into: How to use your cycle as an ally for energy, clarity, and focus How to listen to your body during different times of your cycle. The rising rates of divorce during menopause and what couples can do to navigate this season with strength and awareness Tools for aligning with your body and cr...
Sept. 11, 2025

From Wolverine to Well-being, Reclaiming your Dreams, Time and Life with Steven Puri

What happens when you walk away from the bright lights of Hollywood to help others reclaim their lives and dreams? In this inspiring conversation, Steven Puri-whose career has spanned working on major films like Wolverine-shares his journey of transformation from the entertainment industry to empowering people to live with greater purpose, flow and balance. Together, we explore how to: Reclaim time and energy in a world full of distractions. Take action when feeling overwhelmed Find flow, cr...
Sept. 6, 2025

Why do we “Flip out” Dysregulation Explained

When you are out of sync-understanding dysregulation and how to recenter. Ever feel like you are flipping out over somthing small, or you just can’t seem to calm down no matter what you try? That’s not weakness or lack of willpower-it’s called dysregualation. In this episode, I talk about: My favorite seen from Elf- totally not really realated to mindfulness, well actually I do tie it in. What dysregulation really is in simple everyday language. How it shows up in your mind and your body whe...
Sept. 2, 2025

Glowing Skin from Inside Out: Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu on Stress, Immunity and Skincare

In this episode of the Lavender Mind Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Ebru Karpuzoglu, internationally recognized scientist, immunologist, and founder of Aveseena Skincare. With decades of research on the immune system, stress, and skin health, Dr. Ebru brings a unique perspective on how our emotions and biology show up on our skin. We explore: How stress and overwhelm impact the skin and accelerate aging. Everyday practices to nourish both skin and spirit. How to look for clean ingredients in y...
Aug. 15, 2025

Interview, Andrea Cole, staying Mindful while owning a Nationally known Brand, dbandrea

In this episode I am joined with Andrea Cole, the visionary founder of dbrandrea, a flower preservation company that transforms cherished bouquets into timeless works of art. Andrea shares her journey of turning flower pressing from a hobby into a thriving national brand. We talk about how she uses mindfulness to manage her very busy life and business. She gives tips for overwhelm, anxiety and scaling a creative business. If meditation was ever somthing you have considered, listen in because sh...
July 31, 2025

Interview: Pia Mailhot-Leichter, Author of Welcome to the Creative Club, Make Life your Biggest Art Project

You will not want to miss this episode!!!! Pia offers so many pearls!! As the voice behind Welcome to the Creative Club, Make Life your Biggest Art Project, she invites us all to reclaim our creative power and step into the fullest versions of who we were created to be. She lit a little fire under me and I think you will feel the same! Her background is anything but ordinary! She is like the most intricate quilt with threads of international travel, background as a creative directer for large br...
July 26, 2025

Stuck on the side of the Road, Peace in Forced Pause (meditation at the end for your pause)

Life can definately have some unexpected twists. Those twists or blowouts can be a time to notice our thoughts and feelings inside our bodies. We can notice them with gentle awareness. It takes practice though. In this episode, I use my multiple events of being stuck on the side of the road to share how we can watch our thoughts and not let them carry us away. I hope this helps. I help overwhelmed humans especially moms shift from overwhelmed feelings to more alighned living. I use tools of brea...
July 8, 2025

Outer Circumstances Don’t Bring True Peace

We all have an inner stillness. It is available, no matter what life throws you. Today is about some ways to access that inner peace, stillness that is always available. If you would like more meditations or rituals to bring about more calm in this hectic world, join the waitlist for my community. You can simply dm me or send an email is info@lavendermind.com lavendermind.com Let’s connect! https://linktr.ee/katieballanco
June 27, 2025

Mindful Eating

In this episode, I unpack how eating in front of a screen can impact our health and tips for more intuitive eating. You will discover what type of eater you are and I will give a simple meal prep idea. During the summer, it is easy to slip into not the best wellness habits. Balance and awareness are always key! I hope you enjoy! I would love to hear from you. If you have any topics or would like to be a guest, please reach out. I am offering one on one coaching at this time. Please reach out a...
June 24, 2025

Abundance and Calm in Chaos

Our way to living in abundance and peace always dwells in our thoughts. This episode is dedicated to that. It is easy to feel lack and overwhelm in a world that focuses on that. I invite all of us to listen in and be open to a different way. http://lavendermind info@lavendermind.com or sequinznglitter@yahoo.com Let’s connect! Interested in working one on one, reach out by email and we can set up a call. Thank you all for all of your support! It is always appreciated. Have a wonderful day! Fee...
June 21, 2025

Summer Solstice-Reflect to Ignite Your Light

Summer Solstice-Reflect to Ignite Your Light
June 21, 2025

Summer Solstice – Reflect to Ignite Your Light

Happy Summer Soltice! Today is intented to let go of what is not serving us and bring in what will! As we begin our summer season, lets all press reset and spark a remembering of what used to bring us joy and light!!!! Remember as a kid, how amazing summer was!!! What was it that you loved to do. Today I have some questions to ask, to spark that joy!! Listen in and enjoy the longest day of the year!!!! Thank you for listening and being a part of the Lavender Mind movement!!! The Lavender Mind C...
June 17, 2025

Cake, Your Divinity & A Somatic Tool to Let Go of Overwhelm

Cake, Your Divinity & A Somatic Tool to Let Go of Overwhelm
May 16, 2025

Interview with Jackie B Grice, certifed Purpose Coach

Jackie B. is a dynamic coach, speaker, business strategist and entrepreneur dedicated to helping others unlock their true potential and live a life without limits. She talks about digging deap during hard times, getting quiet and truly listening to God’s calling. She is a true inspiration! You are in for a treat. Check out all the amazing things Jackie is up to!!!! http://jackiebgrice.com http://@jackiebgrice
May 16, 2025

Interview:Relaxed Far Infrared Sauna President, Phillip Wilson

After an out of body experience in 1970, and an awakening in 1971, Phillip’s life was altered as he developed an awareness of how foods and energies affected him. His life became devoted to sharing with others that thier limited perceptions of health and freedom could be enhanced by becoming aware of the importance of Purity on all levels- of high nutritional values of alternative foods and supplemenlts that we consume. He also became aware of the incredible health and life energies of frequency...