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As a registered dietitian, Shira Barlow MS, RD (aka The Food Therapist) has built a broad clientele. From celebrities seeking a nutrition plan for their next big role to moms trying to fit in a healthy bite during naptime, Shira has identified one of the most common challenges that we all share: we struggle to eat thoughtfully while navigating busy lives. Listen along every Thursday as Shira shares tips and tricks to help uncomplicate your relationship with food in Dear Media Originals' new podcast Good Instincts.

The Healing Power of Presence: Sophie Jaffe shares her Experience with Grief, Loss, Infidelity, and so much more

27 mins; May 26, 2023

Shit I’m Loving: a hot girl diffuser, a spray tan that keeps on giving, and a mindset shift around healing

8 mins; May 25, 2023

Ask Shira: Learning to listen to your own good instincts and more!

17 mins; May 24, 2023

Microdosing Mushrooms: Harnessing the powers of psilocybin

9 mins; May 23, 2023

Let’s Talk About the “Summer Body”

9 mins; May 22, 2023

Victoria Garrick Brown on Diet Culture, Body Image, and Slow Girl Summers

22 mins; May 19, 2023

Shit I'm Loving: A salmon hack, habit stacking with friends, and fave nontoxic cleaning brand

8 mins; May 18, 2023

Don't Overcomplicate It!

8 mins; May 17, 2023

We Love a Sheet Pan Meal

9 mins; May 16, 2023

"Nature's Ozempic"

9 mins; May 15, 2023

The Power of Imperfection in Parenting with Dr. Aliza Pressman

25 mins; May 12, 2023

Shit I’m Loving: Summer water, a mouthwatering shawarma, and some listener appreciation!

9 mins; May 11, 2023

Top Tips and Takeaways from Dear Media IRL!

10 mins; May 10, 2023

Losing Your “Why”: How to rediscover your passion for movement

7 mins; May 09, 2023

Pleasure Principles: How Self-Pleasure Can Enhance Your Wellness Routine

9 mins; May 08, 2023

Shifting Perspectives: all about DBT, mindfulness, and microdosing with Maddy Ellberger

26 mins; May 05, 2023

Shit I’m Loving: a simple cheesecake dessert, taking a beat, and subscriptions that keep on giving

9 mins; May 04, 2023

Take A Lesson from the Brides: connecting to your future self, and navigating the “shedding for the wedding” mindset

9 mins; May 03, 2023

Pivot Like a Pro: Practical Tips for Getting Back on Track

11 mins; May 02, 2023

An Intentional Check-In for Mental Health Awareness Month

8 mins; May 01, 2023

A Prescription for Pleasure: Dr. Jolene Brighten on sexual satisfaction, birth control, and setting boundaries for better lives

24 mins; April 28, 2023

Shit I’m Loving: A sheet pan recipe, a hotel hack, red light therapy, and gentle living

7 mins; April 27, 2023

Enjoying Your Trip without the Guilt-trip: How to maintain healthy habits and enjoy conscious indulgences while on vacation

8 mins; April 26, 2023

Friends with Benefits (for Your Health)

7 mins; April 25, 2023

Is Colon Broom Worth The Hype?

7 mins; April 24, 2023

Craig's Recipe for Success: Emotional satisfaction, a service mindset, and a touch of star power

18 mins; April 21, 2023

Shit I’m Loving: spinach powder, salmon salad, and being okay with disrupted routines

8 mins; April 20, 2023

The Power of Rest and Relaxation: how to take a moment for yourself, enjoy rest, and avoid burnout

8 mins; April 19, 2023

Spice Up Your Life: Shira's Favorite Blends for Easy and Delicious Meals

7 mins; April 18, 2023

Intermittent Fasting: Listening to your body & finding a sustainable balance

9 mins; April 17, 2023

Ellen Marie Bennett on “moonlighting” your day job as a new mom, evolving priorities, and learning to let go

26 mins; April 14, 2023

Shit I’m Loving: A dressing, a mindset shift around movement, and a grain-free snack!

8 mins; April 13, 2023

Jet-Set Wellness: Shira’s top packing tips for feeling healthy and supported while traveling

10 mins; April 12, 2023

So Healthy it Hurts

7 mins; April 11, 2023

Mindful Goal Setting: Tips for setting realistic and sustainable health goals

7 mins; April 10, 2023

100 Episodes!

6 mins; April 07, 2023

Shit I’m Loving: a Sweetgreen burrito bowl hack, lunch on the go, and not-gross Easter candy

7 mins; April 06, 2023

What Should I Bring?

6 mins; April 05, 2023

Only You Know: Learning to trust your parental instincts

4 mins; April 04, 2023

The Impact of Celebrity Body Transformations: Navigating all the big feels surrounding body image and representation on screen

7 mins; April 03, 2023

The Glucose Goddess' Guide to Understanding Blood Sugar

19 mins; March 31, 2023

Shit I’m Loving: a stunning salmon recipe, re-subscribing, and being okay with disappointing others

9 mins; March 30, 2023

Nice to meet you (finally)!

8 mins; March 29, 2023

Transforming a “sad desk lunch” into a flex-worthy moment: Shira’s top 3 jar salads

9 mins; March 28, 2023

Hot Takes on a Cold Plunge

8 mins; March 27, 2023

Mind, Body, and Soulmates: Building Support Systems, Listening to Your Instincts through Pregnancy, and More

23 mins; March 24, 2023

Shit I'm Loving: A soup in progress, Pumfu, the best boxed pancakes, and more!

8 mins; March 23, 2023

Ask Shira: Snacks and Hacks

12 mins; March 22, 2023

Some Thoughts on #almondmom Culture

8 mins; March 21, 2023

When Your Partner's Progress Weighs Heavy: Navigating Jealousy and Looking Inward to Reach Fitness Goals

7 mins; March 20, 2023

The Buzz on Bees: A Guide to Bee Products with Beekeeper’s Naturals Carly Kremer

15 mins; March 17, 2023

Shit I'm Loving: A travel snack, an epic salve, and ENJOYING things already

6 mins; March 16, 2023

Brushing up on Dental Hygiene: My Favorite Tips and Products for Good Oral Health

6 mins; March 15, 2023

Can't Boil Water

5 mins; March 14, 2023

What's a Meal Memory?

3 mins; March 13, 2023

Picking your Battles with Pamela Salzman

8 mins; March 10, 2023

Sh*t I'm Loving: Slow Roasted Chicken, Gut Health, and GoodMylk

4 mins; March 09, 2023

Celebrating International Womens' Day with Siff Haider

17 mins; March 08, 2023

Backsliding Happens!

4 mins; March 07, 2023

What's the deal with Erythritol?

4 mins; March 06, 2023

What's for Dinner with Pamela Salzman

15 mins; March 03, 2023

Sh*t I'm Loving: Mindset Shifts, Delicious Yet Healthy Cereal, and Feel Good TikTokers

6 mins; March 02, 2023

Sober Curious

6 mins; March 01, 2023

Do Your Kids Need Supplements?

6 mins; February 28, 2023

Demystifying Meal Prep

4 mins; February 27, 2023

The Universe Has Your Back: Elissa Goodman's Story of Resilience, Plant Medicine, and Aging Radiantly

21 mins; February 24, 2023

Sh*t I'm Loving: A Super Yummy Recipe, Being more Flexible with my Workout Routine, and My Fave Alternative Milk

10 mins; February 23, 2023

Do We Need A Probiotic For Our Vaginas?

9 mins; February 22, 2023

Ozempic Rebound

11 mins; February 21, 2023

Change Is Gonna Come

10 mins; February 20, 2023

Therapy In Session with Therapy Jeff

20 mins; February 17, 2023

Smash Or Pass: Sexual Wellness Products

6 mins; February 16, 2023

Ask Shira: Love & Food Advice

8 mins; February 15, 2023

Love On The Brain

5 mins; February 14, 2023

Libido Boosting Foods To Get You In The Mood

4 mins; February 13, 2023

Stretching Without Breaking with Sarah Nicole Landry (The Bird's Papaya)

24 mins; February 10, 2023

6 Mood Boosting Tips

6 mins; February 09, 2023

Inspiration For The Times When You're Not Feeling It

7 mins; February 08, 2023

Dopamine TLC

7 mins; February 07, 2023

How To Support Yourself In A Funk

5 mins; February 06, 2023

Sisterhood with Katherine Schwarzenegger

23 mins; February 03, 2023

6 Food Myths

8 mins; February 02, 2023

Scrappy A$$ Meals

9 mins; February 01, 2023

How To Tackle The Grocery Store: Trader Joe's

7 mins; January 31, 2023

The Best Options: Hacking Starbucks & Chipotle & Sweetgreen

8 mins; January 30, 2023

Health, Sex, & Hormones with Hannah Bronfman

24 mins; January 27, 2023

4 Practices To Boost Your Focus

4 mins; January 26, 2023

Unwinding Bad Habits

3 mins; January 25, 2023

The Power of Routine

4 mins; January 24, 2023

Dazed & Confused: Unclouding Brain Fog

4 mins; January 23, 2023

Hacking Hormones with Paige Lindgren

19 mins; January 20, 2023

8 Products That Reduce Hormonal Imbalance

5 mins; January 19, 2023

Ask Shira: Hormone Balancing Questions

5 mins; January 18, 2023

How To Avoid Hormone-Disrupting Chemicals

5 mins; January 17, 2023

Why Women Need More Sleep Than Men

4 mins; January 16, 2023

Sustainable Fitness with Megan Roup

19 mins; January 13, 2023

Top 6 Rest & Recovery Items You Need!

3 mins; January 12, 2023

The Marathon

6 mins; January 11, 2023

Slow and Steady For the Win!

4 mins; January 10, 2023

The Early Bird Special

5 mins; January 09, 2023

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