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Food Creative. Substack Strategist. Speaker. Podcast Host.

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Episode 60: Moving Through Stress, Anxiety, and Fear with Marcella Lee
Episode 60: Moving Through Stress, Anxiety, and Fear with Marcella Lee

This is a quick podcast episode about moving through stress, fear, and anxiety. I use Insight Timer with my kids. We found one called, The Tale of the Mysterious by Reuben Lowe. It’s a 10 day journey for kids (and kids at heart) to realize that they can control connect with their breath and body in order to calm down.

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Carla ContrerasMarch 8, 2022
Episode 59: The Calming Loving-Kindness Meditation & Affirmation To Use During Stressful Times
Episode 59: The Calming Loving-Kindness Meditation & Affirmation To Use During Stressful Times

This podcast episode is about my morning routine of saying part of the Loving-Kindness Meditation as an affirmation while driving my kids to school in the morning. I have been saying this affirmation with them for the last three years.

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Carla ContrerasMarch 4, 2022
Episode 58: Real Life Body Positivity + My Pilates Mat Training with Carla Contreras
Episode 58: Real Life Body Positivity + My Pilates Mat Training with Carla Contreras

“It’s OK to have shortcuts like pre-washed greens, canned beans, pre-cut veggies, dried sauces, or frozen meals.. nourishing yourself doesn’t have to be draining or exhausting.” — Carla Contreras

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Carla ContrerasFebruary 23, 2022
Episode 57: Bring the Truth of Who You Are Into Your Brand with Blair Badenhop
Episode 57: Bring the Truth of Who You Are Into Your Brand with Blair Badenhop

“When you Show Up using all of who you are in your business….the more magnetic you become and the more can stand out online.” — Blair Badenhop

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Carla ContrerasFebruary 19, 2022
Episode: 56: Become the Person You Were Created Be Through Healing with Shanika Graham-White
Episode: 56: Become the Person You Were Created Be Through Healing with Shanika Graham-White

“Healing is all about letting go, not just for the sake of it, but so that you can grab onto things + people that help to cultivate you into the person that you were created to be.” — Shanika Graham-White

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Carla ContrerasFebruary 12, 2022
Episode 55: Social Media Breaks, Handle Changes, & Creating Space for Creativity
Episode 55: Social Media Breaks, Handle Changes, & Creating Space for Creativity

“I took a social media break in order to have… space to hear my own thoughts and to hear my own voice.” — Carla Contreras

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Carla ContrerasFebruary 11, 2022
Episode 54: Organizing Your Kitchen & Letting Go of Perfectionism
Episode 54: Organizing Your Kitchen & Letting Go of Perfectionism

“It’s OK to have shortcuts like pre-washed greens, canned beans, pre-cut veggies, dried sauces, or frozen meals.. nourishing yourself doesn’t have to be draining or exhausting.” — Carla Contreras

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Carla ContrerasDecember 22, 2021
Episode 53: Are you Celebrating the Holidays the Way You Want to?
Episode 53: Are you Celebrating the Holidays the Way You Want to?

“What if we sat back and contemplated what really matters to us? How do we want to feel on those special days and more importantly, how we want to feel after?”

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Carla ContrerasDecember 18, 2021
Episode 52: Lessons of 2021 with the Full Moon in Gemini
Episode 52: Lessons of 2021 with the Full Moon in Gemini

Think back to November of 2020, what are the lessons that you have learned since the Gemini full moon eclipse on November 30th, 2020?

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Carla ContrerasDecember 17, 2021
Episode: 51 Healing Isn't as Hard as You Think with Dr. Kenael Segal
Episode: 51 Healing Isn't as Hard as You Think with Dr. Kenael Segal

“Healing from injury isn’t as hard as you think. If you eat right, manage stress, and learn about your body, you’ll be ok.” —Dr. Keneal Segal

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Carla ContrerasDecember 11, 2021
Episode 50: Celebrating Failures with Joy Cho
Episode 50: Celebrating Failures with Joy Cho

“Let's be encouraging to one another. Let's meet failure with empathy and acknowledgment and not try to sweep it under the rug or expect to bear it alone..” —Joy Cho

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Carla ContrerasDecember 9, 2021
Episode 49: Take a Deep Breath, Be Brave, Smile with Marcella Lee
Episode 49: Take a Deep Breath, Be Brave, Smile with Marcella Lee

“Take a Deep Breath, Be Brave, Smile.” —Marcella Lee

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Carla ContrerasDecember 8, 2021
Episode 48: Investing Isn't a Lottery Ticket, Holistic Money with Lisa Seery
Episode 48: Investing Isn't a Lottery Ticket, Holistic Money with Lisa Seery

“I want women to lead themselves… It's not about me telling women what to do with their finances. It’s helping them realize what their behaviors are, what their options are, and how to powerfully decide what’s the best thing for them.” — Lisa Seery

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Carla ContrerasNovember 20, 2021
Episode 47: Name it, Claim it, & Call it in with Danielle Gerkens
Episode 47: Name it, Claim it, & Call it in with Danielle Gerkens

“Name it, claim it, and call it in because it’s on it’s way regardless.” —Danielle Gerkens

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Carla ContrerasNovember 2, 2021
Episode 46: Movement, Pivoting, & Generosity with Dino Malvone
Episode 46: Movement, Pivoting, & Generosity with Dino Malvone

“You are never too old. I am 41 and less than two years into my business. I don’t look and feel like everyone in the fitness industry but I not going to let that get in my way… it’s never too late to do what you love to do.” — Dino Malvone

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Carla ContrerasOctober 15, 2021
Episode 45: The Truth Isn't Always Polished with Marietta Gentles Crawford
Episode 45: The Truth Isn't Always Polished with Marietta Gentles Crawford

“You can’t Photoshop the perfect version of yourself in real life the truth isn’t always polished.” —Marietta Gentles Crawford

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Carla ContrerasOctober 12, 2021
Episode 44: Intentional Social Media Aidee Chavez Frescas
Episode 44: Intentional Social Media Aidee Chavez Frescas

“The best part of showing up for social media is…having an intention that is beyond you...things move much easier.” — Aidee Chavez Frescas

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Carla ContrerasOctober 5, 2021
Episode 43: Co-Create with Money to Fulfill Your Dreams with Vanessa Bowen
Episode 43: Co-Create with Money to Fulfill Your Dreams with Vanessa Bowen

“MONEY IS NOT HERE TO FIGHT WITH YOU, IT'S NOT HERE TO RUN AWAY FROM YOU, IT'S HERE TO CO-CREATE WITH YOU TO FULFILL YOUR DREAMS.” — VANESSA BOWEN

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Carla ContrerasOctober 1, 2021
Episode 42:  My Postpartum + Motherhood Journey with PSTPRTM
Episode 42: My Postpartum + Motherhood Journey with PSTPRTM

“I have become fierce with my boundaries. I only have so much energy to give and I have to be protective of it. And it’s ok if other people don’t like it. What’s important is that I honor my highest priorities.” — Carla Contreras

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Carla ContrerasSeptember 21, 2021
Episode 41: Making Food Easier with Erin Parekh
Episode 41: Making Food Easier with Erin Parekh

Ask yourself the question, “what if it could be easy?”

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Carla ContrerasSeptember 18, 2021
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"If there is anyone in need of direction, motivation, and grounded support. Carla's professionalism, authenticity, and passion for helping her clients' succeed shows and it is greatly appreciated."

— Adrianna Naomi

"All the efficiency and quick tricks are so helpful to me. Carla made everything so bite size but super effective. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs help understanding IG and how to utilize it for serious biz growth!"

— Melissa Hoffman

“Chef Carla brings a energy and excitement to the kitchen making things that you maybe, sort of know how to do, like cutting with a knife, feel less intimidating and like something you can practice. I like how I can watch the videos when I need them and how she is so open to suggestions and helping!”

— Allison

“Carla shares invaluable tips — I found her advice on prepping produce ahead of time helps to reduce waste while bringing me one step closer to healthy meals and snacks. Her food is amazing and her positivity contagious!

— Kris

"Investing in your business is an investment in yourself. If you believe in your work and your mission and need to get un-stuck or explore new options, I highly recommend working with Carla."

— Layla Khoury-Hanold

“Chef Carla helped me take the pressure off of my meal prep. I always made it a more more time consuming ordeal. She doesn’t only teach you tons of valuable tid bits but she also makes it simple. As a mom she gets it too and is very relatable.”

— Lyndsey

“I highly recommend Chef Carla to anyone who wants to be healthy, but has no time to figure it out on their own! She is professional, knowledgeable, and she truly listens to you!

— Ellie

“Carla gives tons of tips and advice for saving time, reducing waste, and direction on what to actually cook. Something I often struggle with. Would highly recommend to anyone trying to cut down cooking time during the week while still eating healthy!”

— Nicole

“This is the first online class I took on cooking. I'm so stoked about it! It feels like Carla is actually there with & for you. I'm still amazed by how much I was able to learn. It has truly up-leveled my skills in the kitchen! My biggest improvement: my knife skills!! Which was one of my goals for this year!
— Náyade

“I totally used a bunch of your prepping tips and it was so much easier to cook!! I am a roasted veggie convert all the way!”

— Katie

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