Jean Edelman, an inspirational author, speaker, and educator, hosts this podcast focused on mindful living, extreme self-care, nutrition, and balance. She shares her expertise in wellness, macrobiotic cooking, and mental health to help listeners navigate challenging times. The show offers practical advice for physical and mental well-being.
Episodes
11/5/26: Oldies but Goodies, With a Healthy Twist
This week on The Kitchen with Jean, I want to make your day a little bit easier. I’m sharing four recipes that can come right into your kitchen:
🥦 Creamy Brussels Sprout & White Bean Pasta (with a fun tip for making a savory cream from beans)🥧 Lentil Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie (perfect for a cozy lunch with the family)🎃 Roasted Delicata Squash with sage, p
10/29/26: Trick or Nourish
This week on The Kitchen with Jean, I want to ask a different question. What if our Halloween treats were made of ingredients that actually nourished us?
This isn’t about taking anything away. Food is pleasure. Food is celebration. Food is sharing something around the table. We don’t have to give up the sweetness; we just get to rediscover where it comes from. And there is so much natur
10/22/26: Shorter Days, Gentler Rhythms
On this week's episode of Self-Care with Jean, I'm sharing a few simple rituals to help us stay healthy, grounded, and well through the shorter days. Nothing complicated, and certainly nothing that requires a complete life overhaul. Just small things we can come back to, like meeting the morning light, making warmth part of our routine, keeping our bodies moving in gentle ways, protecting our
10/15/26: Your Fall Self-Care Recipe - Layers, Laughter, Soup and Sleep
On this week's episode of The Kitchen with Jean, I'm sharing four wonderful recipes along with some of the Traditional Chinese Medicine wisdom I've learned through my macrobiotic studies. In TCM, autumn is a yin season, a time of cool, nourishing energy that asks us to slow down. When we honor that, we protect ourselves from dryness and keep our lungs healthy and strong.
Here's a little of what w
10/8/26: Light, Dark, and Balance
In this episode, we explore:
🌞 The summer solstice, a celebration of light, growth, and abundance, and the question "What is flourishing in my life?"🌙 The winter solstice, just two months away, and the beautiful invitation to rest, reflect, and renew🌱 Why nothing blooms all year long, and why we don't have to either🕯️ A simple personal solstice ritual you can begin planning now
When I studied ma
10/1/26: Pears, Pumpkins, and Peace
In this week's episode of The Kitchen with Jean, we explore the foods of autumn:
🍐 Pears to soothe a dry throat and comfort the lungs🎃 Pumpkin, squash, and sweet potatoes for steady, grounding energy🍄 Mushrooms, root vegetables, whole grains, and legumes🌿 Gentle warming spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cardamom
I'm also sharing two of my favorite little kitchen tricks, one for sweet potato
9/24/26: The Quiet Knowing
This week's episode of Self-Care with Jean: coming from our heart and trusting our clear knowing, also called claircognizance.
I was inspired by my niece and nephew, who welcomed a beautiful baby girl in July. As they learn to live with this new little human, my guidance to them was simple. Take a breath. Settle yourself. Connect to your heart, and then connect to your baby. Learn what that conne
9/17/26: September's Bounty
In this week's episode, we're talking about eating with the harvest, apples, sweet potatoes, winter squash, leafy greens, mushrooms, and all the cruciferous beauties that are showing up right now. These foods aren't just delicious. They're nature's way of preparing our bodies for the months ahead, offering immune support, fiber, and warmth exactly when we need it.
Then we head into the kitchen to
9/10/26: Choose Peace Over Perfection
In this week's episode, I'm sharing my own summer highlights, from riding Icelandic horses with friends to celebrating my mom's 90th birthday with both sides of our family. But more than that, I'm reflecting on what made this summer feel like the best one ever, and it wasn't about perfect vacations or a packed calendar. It was about presence. Putting down the phone. Choosing the people and moments
9/3/26: Tempeh - A Blank Canvas for Bold Flavors
This week on The Kitchen with Jean, we're talking about tempeh, a food I didn't discover until I started studying macrobiotics. I had no idea what it was, let alone how to cook it, but once I learned, it earned a permanent place in my kitchen.
Tempeh is made from soybeans, naturally fermented until they hold together in a firm, sliceable cake. That fermentation is what gives it a nutty,
8/27/26: Clairvoyance - The Art of Clear Seeing
In this episode, we start with a small grounding exercise (roots into the earth, always a favorite), then we move into something really fun, the rose visualization. I also share a second practice called symbol tracking, something you can carry with you all week long.
And of course, we talk about the body. Have you ever gotten goosebumps mid-conversation? Or felt your gut tighten around someone or
8/20/26: Sweetness, Reimagined
In this week's episode, we're talking about dates. Those naturally sweet, caramel-like little gems that come packaged with fiber, minerals, and antioxidants, and how they can help us gently reduce our reliance on refined sugar without ever feeling deprived.
I share a little bit of my own story in this one, including how long it took Ric to shift his relationship with sugar (five years, dear frien
8/13/26: Stretch, Rest, Play, Return to Joy
In this week's episode, we're exploring the quiet, uncomplicated wisdom our pets offer us. Not through language, not through striving, but through instinct and presence. We talk about the wisdom of stretching, the healing power of rest, the nourishment of play, and how our animals return to joy again and again, even after a hard moment.
We also talk about connection, the greatest gift our pets gi
8/6/26: TCM Late Summer Edition
In this week's episode, we explore what traditional Chinese medicine calls the earth element, the energy of nourishment, digestion, and the center of our being. I share why August can leave us feeling scattered, foggy, or overwhelmed, and how the very foods this season offers us (rice, ginger, sweet potatoes, pears, millet) are exactly what our bodies are asking for.
This isn't about restriction
7/30/26: Fire Was Our First Kitchen
In this week's episode of The Kitchen with Jean, we're exploring the ancient ritual of cooking over an open flame, how it evolved into the barbecue traditions we know today — from the slow smoke of Texas to the sizzle of Korean barbecue to the open pits of island cooking — and why gathering around the fire still feeds something in us that hurried, modern meals simply cannot.
It's not ju
7/26/26: Allowing Ourselves to Smile More
This week's episode is all about — smiling and laughter. Two of the simplest things in the world, and yet they are profoundly healing.
We talk about what actually happens inside our body when we smile and when we laugh. We talk about why laughter can coexist with grief, why some of the people who laugh most deeply are the ones who've walked through the hardest things. And we talk about why, somew
7/16/26: The Humble Magic of Black Beans
This week, we're gathering in the kitchen to talk about something wonderfully simple: black beans.
They're humble. They're affordable. They're ancient. And they've nourished generations across cultures and kitchens for centuries. I wanted to spend this episode reminding us all that the most healing foods are often not extravagant — they're the ones that connect us to earth, to family, to comfort,
7/9/26: Finding Your Claires
This week on Self-Care with Jean, we are talking about the Claires — clairvoyance, clairsentience, claircognizance, and clairaudience. Now, before you think this isn't for you, I want you to stay with me. Because this conversation isn't about becoming mystical or extraordinary. It is about becoming present enough to recognize the subtle language of your own inner knowing.
Have you ever thought of
7/2/26: The Magic of Mushrooms
I have been so excited to share this week's episode with you, because we are talking about one of my absolute favorite ingredients in the whole kitchen — mushrooms.
I know, I know — maybe you're thinking, mushrooms? But dear friends, stay with me, because these extraordinary fungi are so much more than what we grew up putting on our pizza. They are earthy, grounding, deeply healing, and honestly?
6/25/26: A Conversation About Your Skin
Have you noticed how summer light is different? It lingers, it stretches, it touches everything a little more directly. It can feel beautiful and energizing — even healing — but it also asks something of us, especially when it comes to our skin.
I'll be honest with you. As a teenager, I did not take care of my skin. I was sunbathing with the best of them. But I woke up, and now I am diligent — su
6/18/26: The Summer Kitchen
This week on The Kitchen with Jean, I'm sharing five simple summer recipes — three savory plant-based dishes and two sweet treats — all built around the vegetables and fruits that are at their absolute peak right now. We're talking sun-ripened tomatoes, sweet corn, tender zucchini, golden peaches, and luscious mango.
No heavy ovens. No complicated techniques. Just beautiful ingredients, simply pr
6/11/26: Finding Your Essence - Four Ways to Soften the Noise
In this week's episode of Self-Care with Jean, we're talking about how to soften the noise, not the noise from the outside world, but that constant internal hum that can become so familiar we forget what life feels like without it.
I'll share four gentle practices to help you find your way back to your essential self. Not rules. Not a long to-do list. Just four small doorways and you can start wi
6/4/26: Our Heart Needs a Cooling Kitchen
This week in the kitchen, I've been thinking about what it means to tend that fire. Not extinguish it. Not let it rage. But keep it steady, so our joy can glow without burning us out.
Because here's what I've noticed, dear friends — and maybe you have too. When the heat rises, whether from the sun, from stress, or from what we're eating, our hearts start to race a little. Our sleep gets restless.
5/28/26: Your Natural Reset Button
In this new episode of Self-Care with Jean, I'm taking you back to something simple — something that has always been available to us, even when we forget to notice it. The healing sounds of nature.
The wind through the trees. The waves rolling in and out. The birds greeting us in the morning. These sounds don't rush us. They don't judge us. They simply exist — and when we truly allow ourselves to
5/21/26: The Magic in Your Spice Cabinet
This week, we're spending time together in the kitchen, and we're talking about something small, wonderful, and mighty: spices.
Not just for flavor — though the flavor is glorious — but for nourishment, healing, and tradition. When I open my spice cabinet, I see a map of the world. Cinnamon from tree bark, turmeric from a root, cumin from the tiniest seeds. Every jar carries a story.
And here's
5/14/26: Creating Peace Within
This week on Self-Care with Jean, we're talking about something I know we all long for: peace within ourselves. Not the kind that only shows up when everything is going right — but the deep, steady kind that stays with us even when life feels uncertain, noisy, or hard.
In this episode, I'm sharing seven gentle practices to help you return to that peace — again and again, no matter what's happenin
5/7/26: Tiny Green Magic - How Fresh Herbs Nourish Your Body and Brighten Your Kitchen
Spring is here, the gardens are blooming, and I have something so wonderful to share with you this week — and it may already be sitting right in your refrigerator.
I'm talking about fresh herbs.
I'll be the first to admit — growing up Italian and Irish, I knew exactly two herbs: parsley and basil. That was it! It wasn't until my macrobiotic and plant-based journey that I discovered the whole bea
4/30/26: Bloom in Your Own Time
This week we're wrapping up April with something I believe so many of us need to hear right now — a gentle invitation to stop pushing and start allowing.
We live in a world that rewards striving, achieving, and staying on top of everything. But what if the most powerful thing you could do this week is simply loosen your grip? In this episode, I'm sharing why allowing is not giving up — it's actua
4/23/26: Interview Part 4 with Dr. William Li - Why Plants Are the Ultimate Medicine
This week's episode is a JOURNEY—literally and figuratively. We're diving into Part 4 of our conversation with Dr. William Li, physician, scientist, and bestselling author of Eat to Beat Disease and Eat to Beat Your Diet.
Here's what you're about to discover:
What an incredible journey we've had with Dr. William Li in this fourth and final part of our conversation. I am just so grateful to s
4/16/26: Interview Part 3 with Dr. William Li - Food, DNA & the Science of Staying Well
This week's episode is a JOURNEY—literally and figuratively. We're diving into Part 3 of our conversation with Dr. William Li, physician, scientist, and bestselling author of Eat to Beat Disease and Eat to Beat Your Diet.
Here's what you're about to discover:
Dr. Li opens my eyes (and yours!) to the idea that there is no single "superfood" — what's truly super is your own body and its remarkab
4/9/26: Interview Part 2 with Dr. William Li - Lessons from the Mediterranean
This week's episode is a JOURNEY—literally and figuratively. We're diving deep into Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. William Li, physician, scientist, and bestselling author of Eat to Beat Disease and Eat to Beat Your Diet.
Here's what you're about to discover:
Dr. Li takes us from the halls of medical school (where nutrition training is shockingly minimal) to the ancient monasteries of Greec
4/2/26: Interview Part 1 with Dr. William Li - The Science of Mindful Eating
I am so excited to share this very special conversation with you!
In this first episode of a four-part series, I sit down with the brilliant Dr. William Li — physician, scientist, and bestselling author of Eat to Beat Disease and Eat to Beat Your Diet — for a conversation that I truly believe will change the way you think about food forever. 🌿
Dr. Li and I connected at the opening of the Edelman
3/26/26: Behind on Water - Hidden Signs You’re Dehydrated
This week on Self-Care with Jean, I'm talking about one of the most essential — yet most overlooked — pillars of good health: hydration.
It's so easy to fall behind when it comes to drinking enough water, especially when life gets busy. But our bodies are constantly sending us signals when we're not drinking enough — from headaches, dizziness, and muscle cramps, to constipation, dry skin, mood sw
3/19/26: The Ancient Secret to Vitality
This week, I'm sharing one of nature's oldest secrets — fermented foods — and why I believe they are truly traditional medicine for the body and soul.
From my days studying macrobiotics, I discovered that foods like miso, sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir, and tempeh are so much more than a wellness trend. They are living foods packed with probiotics, enzymes, and powerful postbiotics that work quietly a
3/12/26: Welcome What You Feel
In this episode of Self Care with Jean, I'm sitting down with you to talk about one of the most important — and often overlooked — parts of our wellness journey: honoring our emotions.
So many of us have been taught to push our feelings aside, to stay strong, to keep moving. But what happens when we do that? Those emotions don't disappear — they get stuck in our bodies, showing up as tightness in
3/5/26: From Winter Sluggishness to Spring Vitality
Happy Spring, Dear Friends! 🌸
In this episode, I'm welcoming you into my kitchen as we step into March and embrace the beautiful, renewing energy of the season. Just like the daffodils and violets beginning to peek through the ground, it's time for us to bring that fresh, vibrant energy into the way we cook and nourish our bodies.
I'm diving into the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)
2/26/26: Good Morning, Beautiful - The Power of Positive Self-Talk
In this episode, I'm opening up about something we all struggle with but rarely talk about—that constant conversation we have with ourselves every single day. You know the one I'm talking about. From the moment we wake up to when our head hits the pillow at night, we're our own biggest audience.
I'll share a personal moment when I caught myself standing in front of the mirror, about to go down th
2/19/26: Nourishing Winter - A Plant-Based Kitchen Guide
It's mid-February, and I want to talk with you about something close to my heart—winter meals that truly nourish us during these cold months.
In this episode, I'm sharing why the season matters so much when it comes to what we eat. Drawing from my studies in macrobiotics, I'll explain how our bodies need warm, comforting foods during winter—not heavy, dairy-rich dishes, but meals filled with colo
2/12/26: Grief is a River - Navigating Loss With Love and Self-Care
This week, I'm inviting you to slow down and have a cup of tea with me as we talk about grief and missing our loved ones. I'll be sharing a deeply personal story about how I heard those exact words—"have a cup of tea with me"—from our beloved friend who passed five years ago, and how that moment of magic reminded me that our loved ones are still close by if we can just get quiet enough to listen.
2/5/26: The Ultimate Guide to Hummus - History, Health & Homemade
This week I'm diving into everything hummus – one of my absolute favorite foods and one of the first things I learned to make during my macrobiotic studies.
Did you know that chickpeas, the star ingredient in hummus, were domesticated in the Middle East over 7,000 years ago? We're literally eating ancient history! I'll take you through hummus's fascinating journey from a 13th-century Cairo recipe
1/29/26: The Power of Lentils & Legumes - Your Guide to Hearty Winter Cooking
In this episode of The Kitchen, I'm diving deep into the world of hearty soups and stews, and more specifically, the powerhouse ingredients that make them so nourishing—lentils and legumes.
I'll be honest with you: when I started my macrobiotic journey, lentils and legumes were completely foreign to me. I had never cooked them, didn't know how to prepare them, and faced quite the learning curve.
1/22/26: Small Seed, Big Impact - The Sesame Seed Story
In this episode, I'm taking you on a journey through the wonderful world of sesame seeds – a food I discovered during my macrobiotic journey that completely changed how I cook and nourish my body.
I'll walk you through the incredible health benefits these tiny powerhouses offer, from supporting our bone health with calcium and magnesium, to protecting our hearts with healthy fats, to something re
1/15/26: Finding Balance in 2026 - A Fresh Start
Hello, dear friends! Welcome to 2026!
Before we dive into our conversation about balance, I want to share something personal with you that ties into my Ring of Fire episode from January 1st. Throughout my life, I've worked with psychologists and psychiatrists when I really needed help, and I'm never afraid to talk about it or ask for support. Our Ring of Fire practice brings together all those pi
1/8/26: Discovering Adzuki Beans - Your New Kitchen Superfood
In this episode, I'm so excited to kick off the new year by introducing you to one of my absolute favorite ingredients from my macrobiotic studies—adzuki beans! These small, reddish legumes from East Asia are about to become your new kitchen best friend.
First, we'll take a quick trip down memory lane and recap the six elements of health we explored together last year—from building awareness and
1/1/26: Gathering Your Lost Pieces - A Ring of Fire Meditation
In this special episode, I'm sharing a profound meditation that came to me on November 11th, 2025—a journey I call the Ring of Fire Meditation.
I believe that throughout our lives, during traumatic or stressful moments, we lose pieces of ourselves. These fragments can be from any age—childhood, our teens, twenties, thirties, and beyond. They remain stuck in those moments, in those interactions, i
12/25/25: From Gratitude to Growth - A Self-Care Ritual for New Beginnings
As we close out 2025 and step into 2026, I'm inviting you to pause with me for some deep reflection and gentle intention-setting. In this special year-end episode, we're going to honor where we've been and lovingly prepare for where we're going.
I'll guide you through three powerful reflections: celebrating the growth you've experienced this year (even through the hard moments), honoring what you
12/18/25: Lighten Up Your Holiday Table - Plant-Based Dishes That Nourish Without the Guilt
The holidays are almost here, and while I absolutely love this season of connection and celebration, I know how heavy and sluggish all those rich, traditional dishes can make us feel. So this week, I'm inviting you to try something different with me.
I'm sharing three of my favorite plant-based holiday recipes that will bring brightness and nourishment to your table without the guilt or heaviness
12/11/25: The Kidney Battery: Protecting Your Vital Energy This Winter
In this episode, I'm inviting you to pause with me as we explore winter through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine and self-care.
I know this time of year feels impossible—the holidays are here, our calendars are packed, and everyone expects us to keep pushing through. But here's what I want you to understand: nature is asking us to do the opposite. The trees are conserving energy, animals
12/4/25: A TCM Approach to Winter Wellness
In this cozy episode of The Kitchen with Jean, I'm inviting you to slow down and embrace winter's gentle wisdom through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Winter is the season of stillness and deep restoration—a time when nature rests beneath the surface, and we're called to do the same. In TCM, winter is connected to our kidneys, which hold our body's vital energy reserves. That's why I'm
11/28/25: Walk Your Way to Presence - A Guided Meditation Journey
In this special bonus episode, I'm inviting you to step away from the busyness of life and join me for a walking meditation.
This isn't about perfection; it's about practice. Whether you have five minutes or fifty, this walking meditation is a gift you can give yourself anytime you need to reset, restore, and replenish.
So grab your walking shoes, and let's take this journey together.
11/27/25: The Gift of Rhythm - Why Your Daily Rituals Matter Most During the Holidays
In this episode, I'm inviting you to explore something so important as we move into this busy holiday season—keeping our routines. I know how easy it is to let our daily rituals slip away when life gets full of gatherings, travel, and celebrations. But here's what I've learned: our routines aren't rigid rules—they're the gentle rhythm that helps us dance through life with ease.
Together, we'll ta
11/20/25: Baking with Love - Mindful Holiday Desserts
In this special Thanksgiving episode of The Kitchen with Jean, we will explore the sweet side of the holidays - but with a nourishing twist that will love you back.
Join me as I share five incredible plant-based dessert recipes that are naturally sweet, made without refined sugar or white flour, because when we choose to bake with intention, we're nourishing instead of just indulging.
I'll walk
11/13/25: Mindful Boundaries - Your Holiday Survival Guide
As the holidays approach and our calendars start filling up with endless to-do lists, I know many of you are feeling that familiar pull in every direction. Sound familiar?
In this episode, I'm sharing how we can move through this beautiful but overwhelming season with balance, calm, and health in mind, body, and spirit. Because here's the thing - self-care isn't about stepping away from the holid
11/6/25: Nourishing Thanksgiving - Plant-Based Side Dishes for a Lighter Holiday
In this special Thanksgiving episode, I'm inviting you into my kitchen to explore how we can bring more lightness, color, and nourishment to our holiday table.
As we step into the heart of the holiday season, I want to share something close to my heart - ways to create vibrant plant-based dishes that make us feel alive, grounded, and joyful. Because self-care isn't just about what we do after the
10/30/25: Fall Comfort Food Makeover - Plant-Based Edition
In this cozy episode of The Kitchen, I'm inviting you to join me as we reimagine our favorite fall comfort foods in lighter, more nourishing ways. Because here's the thing - comfort food doesn't have to weigh us down or make us feel heavy and sleepy afterward.
I'll walk you through transforming classic dishes that feel like a warm hug: we're swapping traditional meatloaf for a protein-packed lent
10/23/25: Meditation Anywhere - A Simple Practice for Busy Lives
In this episode of Self-Care with Jean, I'm sharing something really special with you - a short and simple meditation that you can bring into any moment of your day.
What I love about this practice is that you don't need any special equipment, a quiet room, or even a meditation cushion. Whether you're walking down the street, sitting at your desk, or even washing dishes in your kitchen, this medi
10/16/25: Morning Rituals - The Art of Nourishing Breakfast
In this cozy episode of "The Kitchen with Jean," I'm inviting you into our special corner where we pause, nurture ourselves, and explore how food can bring us comfort and care.
Today, we're diving deep into my absolute favorite meal of the day - breakfast! I truly believe breakfast sets the tone for how we feel, our energy, our mood, and even our focus throughout the entire day. When we start our
10/9/25: Your Body's Hidden River - Understanding the Lymphatic System
In this week's episode of Self-Care with Jean, I'm sharing something close to my heart - our amazing lymphatic system, the quiet hero working tirelessly behind the scenes to keep us healthy and vibrant.
I'll guide you through understanding what our lymph system really is - think of it as your body's gentle cleansing river, carrying away toxins and supporting your immune system every single day. U
10/2/25: Aligning with Autumn's Rhythm
In this cozy fall episode, I'm inviting you into my kitchen to explore how Traditional Chinese Medicine can guide us through the seasonal transition from summer to fall.
As the leaves begin to fall and the air grows cooler, I want to share with you how we can support our bodies during this time of letting go. In TCM, fall is the season of the lungs and large intestine - organs connected to releas
9/25/25: Breathe Easy This Fall: Essential Lung Care for Autumn
In this episode, I'm sharing something close to my heart – how to care for our precious lungs as we move from the warmth of summer into autumn's crisp embrace.
As the air turns drier and cooler, our lungs need a little extra love and attention. I'll walk you through three gentle, practical tips that you can start using today: how to humidify and hydrate (both your environment and your body), the
9/18/25: Warming Up for Fall: A Seasonal Food Transition
In this episode, I'm inviting you to join me in The Kitchen as we gracefully transition from summer's bright, abundant energy into the quieter, more grounding rhythms of autumn.
As our days grow shorter and evenings get a touch cooler, I'm sharing why it's time to wind down those cold summer foods and start warming ourselves from the inside out. Drawing from traditional Chinese medicine wisdom, I
9/11/25: Finding Silence in a Noisy World
In this episode, I'm talking about something we often overlook - our precious, tender ears and the increasingly noisy world we're living in.
You know what I've noticed? Everything just seems to be getting louder! From weddings where we're screaming over 10-piece bands to movies that make our ears ring, to the constant hum of traffic, leaf blowers, and construction - our world is literally getting
9/4/25: From Garden to Table - September's Gentle Transition
In this episode, I'm inviting you to slow down and savor these golden September days with me. As the light begins to soften and nature overflows with abundance, I want to share three simple, plant-based, gluten-free recipes that celebrate this beautiful season.
I'll guide you through creating an heirloom tomato basil salad that captures pure sunshine on a plate, grilled zucchini with a creamy lem
8/28/25: This Moment is Enough
In this week's episode of Self-Care with Jean, I want to invite you into a conversation about mindfulness - but not the kind you might expect. We're not talking about it as another item on your to-do list or a goal to achieve. Instead, I'm sharing how mindfulness can become a gentle way of being in your everyday life.
Together, we'll explore what I like to call "the gentle art of paying attention
8/21/25: Grilling Without Limits, Plant-Based Summer Cooking
I'm so excited to share this week's episode with you. We're right in the thick of summer, and I know you're out there firing up those grills, so I wanted to dive into something a little different - plant-based grilling and marinades!
I'm taking you beyond the usual poultry, beef, and fish to explore some incredible plant-based options that will absolutely blow your mind. We'll talk about tofu (es
8/14/25: The Art of Not Doing - A Different Approach to Self-Care
In this week's episode of Self-Care with Jean, I'm flipping the script on our usual self-care conversation. Instead of talking about what TO do, we're exploring what NOT to do – because sometimes creating space for healing means knowing what to stop doing first.
I'll walk you through five essential "don'ts" that are sabotaging your self-care journey: Don't ignore that inner voice that's trying to
8/7/25: The Art of Appetizers - Creative Bases, Bold Toppings, Pure Joy
In this episode, I want to reflect on our amazing journey together since we started back in March. We've covered so much ground – from different cooking methods like steaming and water sautéing, to slowing down and really chewing our food, and even cutting back on sugar by exploring healthier alternatives like maple syrup and brown rice syrup.
We've also explored the world of spring vegetables, d
7/31/25: Sweet Summer Without the Sugar
In this episode, I'm diving into one of my favorite topics - summer desserts with no sugar added! Now, before you walk away thinking "boring health food," let me tell you - I got my husband Ric completely off sugar with these recipes, and if he can love them, so can you!
I'll be honest with you - I'm not a natural baker. I'm much more of an intuitive cook who loves to play around in the kitchen.
7/24/25: Healing Hearts - The Magic of Human-Horse Connection
In this week's episode, I'm opening my heart to share something really special with you - my deep connection with horses and how they continue to teach us about love, presence, and healing.
I'll take you through an incredible experience I had this spring during an equine assistance program that literally made my heart pound with connection. You'll hear about the moment when a gentle gelding, who
7/17/25: The Art of Summer Flavor - Dressings & Sauces That Make Everything Better
In this episode, I'm getting into one of my favorite summer topics: dressings and sauces that will absolutely transform your meals. We've been having fun with cool soups and practicing our salads, but now it's time to talk about those magical flavor enhancers that bring our food to life.
I'll walk you through the essential components of creating incredible dressings and sauces - from choosing you
7/10/25: Seasonal Synergy - TCM's Summer Secrets Revealed
Uncover the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine to make the most of summer's abundant energy.
I'm excited to share with you some wonderful insights about summer through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In this episode, we'll explore:
How TCM views summer as a season of expansion, fire, and joy
The connection between summer, heart energy, and overall well-being
7/3/25: Light and Fresh - The Art of Summer Salad Composition
In this episode, we're diving into the world of summer grains and salads. As the heat rises, our bodies crave lighter, fresher meals that are easy to digest. I'll share with you:
The perfect components for a satisfying summer salad
How to choose the right grains and proteins for the season
Tips for keeping your meals nutritious and refreshing
Ways to get creative with farmer
6/26/25: Moments Over Masterplans - Redefining Success in the Face of Uncertainty
In this heartfelt episode of Self-Care with Jean, I open up about my recent struggles with uncertainty and grief. At 66, I find myself saying 'I don't know' more often than I'd like, especially when it comes to life's big questions.
I share my experience of navigating an emotional dip in the road, processing multiple losses, and the importance of having a support system. We dive into the value of
6/19/25: Summer Sips - Chilled Soups for Hot Days
I'm excited to share this episode with you. As we dive into the heart of summer, I want to inspire you with some delightful and refreshing summer soup ideas.
In this episode, we'll explore:
The bountiful variety of summer fruits and vegetables perfect for soups
Quick and easy chilled soup recipes to beat the heat
Tips for grilling and outdoor cooking to make the most of the seaso
6/12/25: Exploring Your Body's Five Complex Nervous Systems
I'm excited to share with you a fascinating journey into understanding our bodies better. In this episode of Self-Care with Jean, we're discovering the intricate world of our nervous systems.
Did you know we have five distinct nervous systems working together to keep us functioning? From the autonomic system that regulates our involuntary processes, to the sympathetic system that triggers our 'fi
6/5/25: Diving into Sea Vegetables - A Nutritional Treasure Trove
In this episode, we're diving into the wonderful world of sea vegetables - a topic close to my heart from my macrobiotic journey. I'm excited to share with you the incredible health benefits and culinary possibilities of these ocean treasures.
We'll explore five fantastic sea vegetables: Wakame, Kobu, Nori, Arame, and Dulse. I'll break down their unique properties, nutritional benefits, and share
5/29/25: The Three-Body Approach to Holistic Self-Care
In this episode, we're diving deep into Self-Care 101. With all the changes happening in May and June - graduations, summer activities, and new beginnings - it's crucial to maintain a solid self-care routine. I'll share my personal morning practices and guide you through incorporating micro-moments of self-care throughout your day.
We'll explore practical ways to keep your self-care on track, ev
5/22/25: Embracing Change - The Key to Personal Growth
In this week's episode, I'm taking you on a journey through some powerful life practices I've been exploring.
We'll dive into:
Rediscovering our personal power and trusting our inner voice
The liberating practice of forgiveness, both for ourselves and others
The importance of authenticity and meaningful connections
Learning to say 'no' and letting go of relationships that n
5/15/25: Spring's Bounty - Embracing Seasonal Vegetables
In this episode, we're diving into the vibrant world of spring vegetables. I'll take you on a journey through my family's history with food, from my grandfather's vegetable cart in Brooklyn to my grandmother's amazing dinners for 40 people.
We'll explore the importance of eating seasonal produce and I'll share a comprehensive list of delicious spring veggies that are at their peak right now. From
5/8/25: Unlocking the Secrets of Restorative Sleep
This week, we're diving into a topic that's crucial for our overall well-being - sleep.
In this episode, I'm sharing some eye-opening insights about our body's natural rhythms and how they affect our sleep quality. We'll explore:
The importance of a consistent sleep schedule and why 10:30 PM is the magic bedtime
Eight practical tips for creating a sleep-friendly routine
How our b
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