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Align Your Hormones, Energy & Inner Peace: A Balanced Method

With Samantha Linden, DBA, M.ED.

Are you ready to experience deep, blissful sleep, boundless energy, and weight loss—all by restoring your hormonal balance? In this 5-week transformative course, you’ll discover the power of fasting and holistic lifestyle strategies designed specifically for women. Say goodbye to energy slumps, brain fog, and stubborn weight, and hello to a metabolism that works for you 24/7. Learn how to detoxify harmful toxins, strengthen your immune system, and achieve radiant, youthful vitality. With expert guidance, science-backed protocols, and a supportive classroom to ask questions, you’ll unlock the secrets to optimizing sleep, mastering menopause, and living in harmony with your body. Join me and reclaim your energy, confidence, and well-being! Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Harness the power of holistic healing to restore balance, elevate energy, and awaken deep inner harmony in just 5 weeks.

37 Days

234 students

4.7 stars

6 min / day

English

About this course

Guided Meditation with Music

Mindful Action Planning

Habit Loop Awareness

Meet your Teacher

Samantha Linden, DBA, M.ED.

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Boston, MA, USA

Dr. Samantha Linden, founder of "The Blissful Soul, LLC," is a passionate meditation teacher with a doctorate and M.Ed. Her dedication to holistic well-being led her to train with Dr. Mindy Pelz, earning certification in women’s health and hormones. With a deep understanding of mind-body balance, she specializes in creating personalized wellness plans that empower women to reclaim their vitality. Samantha seamlessly integrates these practices into her own life and teachings, inspiring others to cultivate lasting health, harmony, and inner peace. Her mission is to continuously expand her knowledge and uplift those around her on their journey to wellness.

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37 Days

234 students

4.7 stars

6 min / day

English

Lesson 1

Prep Week: Introduction

Join us for Day 1 of this course to help you regain your health! My name is Samantha Linden, and I have a Doctorate and an M.Ed., along with being certified by Dr. Mindy Pelz, who is well-known in the field for her research in women's health. If you have struggled with women's health issues, I will guide you through a journey to prepare you for success and better understand your hormones. The goal is to improve brain clarity, gain more energy, prevent disease, and balance a healthy weight. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 2

Prep Week: Mapping Your Plan

This is Day 2 of the prep week for the series. Today focuses on gradually increasing fasting time to give your body time to rest and repair by mapping out a schedule for Days 2-7. We will also discuss the benefits of fasting in the short and long term. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 3

Prep Week: Setting Goals

This is Day 3 of the prep week, and we are discussing metabolic fitness. Unfortunately, only a small percentage of Americans are considered metabolically fit, and the number has declined over the years. This is a crucial topic you don't want to miss! Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 4

Prep Week: Harmful Ingredients

This is Day 4 of the prep week, and today, we are discussing harmful ingredients. Many items the food industry provides contain toxins, sugars, and refined flour; we will discuss how to identify them. Then, we discuss strategies to remove them slowly. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 5

Prep Week: Sugar Burner Vs. Fat Burner

This is Day 5 of the prep week, and we are discussing being energy burners. We look at the difference between burning sugar and fat and our long-term health. Also, there are benefits to switching between each of these modes. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 6

Prep Week: Shopping Tips

This is Day 6 of the prep week, and we are discussing natural foods. Mainly, the best strategy for success is when we do our grocery shopping to help best balance our hormones and not create sugar or glucose spikes. We also discuss fruits and vegetables that contain toxins and how to avoid them. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 7

Prep Week: 30-Day Plan

This is Day 7 of the prep week for a series of talks on rebalancing hormones. Today, we are discussing hormonal hierarchy and how to align gut reset with it. We will implement a plan to reset our guts for the next 30 days. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 8

Reset Your Gut - Kicking Off The Journey

This kicks off Days 1-10 following the prep week to start a 30-day plan to reset your gut. If you have struggled with women's health issues, I will guide you through a 30-day journey to prepare you for success. The goal is to improve brain clarity, gain more energy, prevent disease, and balance a healthy weight. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 9

Blood Sugar

This is Day 2 of a series of talks on your gut reset. Today, we are speaking about Blood Sugar. We will examine the benefits of using a glucose monitor and how it can monitor our health on our journey. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 10

Fasting Hacks

This is Day 3 of our series on gut resets. Today, we discuss food and drinks and whether they will break your fast early. You will learn hacks you can use so you can remain in fat-burning mode. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 11

Estrogen

This is Day 4 of a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss hormones, focusing on Estrogen. We will look at ways of eating to optimize Estrogen and attend to it when we see indications that it is low. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 12

Brain Fog, Energy, And Weight Loss

This is Day 5 for a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss how fasting can assist with brain fog, energy, and weight loss. We will examine how extending your fast during this phase can help and why. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 13

Tools For Maximizing Estrogen

This is Day 6 for a series of talks about a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss estrogen further and how to support this hormone during our cycle best. We will examine free tools available to support this hormone. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 14

Macronutrients

This is Day 7 of our series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss macronutrients, how to balance our diets to support our hormones, the best choices, and how to prevent blood sugar spikes. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 15

Aligning Foods With Hormones

This is Day 8 for a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss how aligning different foods with our hormones can best support our bodies in our cycles at different parts of the month. We discuss strategies for the amounts of proteins, carbs, and good fats. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 16

Keto Flu

This is Day 9 for a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss keto flu and its symptoms, such as headaches, fatigue, dizziness, nausea, irritability, and muscle cramps. Plus, we discuss strategies to combat these symptoms during your journey. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 17

Gut Bacteria

This is Day 10 of a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss gut bacteria and its importance to hormones. We also discuss how various fruits, vegetables, and proteins can help heal the gut. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 18

Detoxing

This is Day 11 of a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss how our hormones come together during this cycle. In addition, examining why they need to be balanced and how to detoxify our bodies properly. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 19

Hormones Uniting

This is Day 12 of a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss our hormones coming together during this cycle and why it’s so important for our hormones to be balanced to detox toxins in our bodies properly. We also discuss the benefits your hormones play in this phase and how to spot them when they are out of balance. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 20

Testosterone

This is Day 13 for a series of gut reset for women. Today, we discuss the hormone testosterone, its benefits, and how to identify imbalances. We will end with a meditation when you are unmotivated. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 21

Progesterone

This is Day 14 for a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss the hormone progesterone, its benefits, and how to identify imbalances. We will look at strategies to support this hormone and end with a brief meditation. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 22

Extended Intermittent Fasting

This is Day 15 for a series on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss extending intermittent fasting during days 16-20 and the precautions to take when doing longer fasts. We look for signs and blood sugar levels. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 23

Autophagy

This is Day 16 of our series on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss autophagy, its benefits, and how to maximize it. This includes foods and approaches like red light therapy to stay in it longer. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 24

Supporting Autophagy

This is Day 17 for a series of gut reset for women. Today, we extend our conversation about autophagy and how best to support it during this phase in our cycle. This includes ideas on how to meet your dietary needs. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 25

Decreased Motivation

This is day 18 for a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss how hormones can impact our motivation and how you can combat it. During this phase, we discuss foods, fasting, and mindful practices. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 26

Hunger Pangs

This is Day 19 for a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss fasting hacks when hunger pangs arise, including mindfulness practices, exercises, and hobbies. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 27

Nourishing Your Body

This is Day 20 for a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss how to start nourishing your body during the last ten days of your cycle. Specifically, we examine how you can nourish your body without fasting. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 28

Embracing Progesterone

This is Day 21 of a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss using food, rest, and relaxation to embrace progesterone. We discuss the importance of adequately supporting this hormone. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 29

Estrogen Decline

This is Day 22 of a series on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss estrogen and signs of it declining, especially during menopause or due to our environment. We will also discuss how we might help prevent it when we see signs of decline and build our estrogen back. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 30

Menopause And Progesterone

This is Day 23 for a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss progesterone during menopause and what we might do to support it. This includes two different approaches you can take during the last ten days to continue to help your body feel healthy. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 31

Hemoglobin A1C

This is Day 24 for our series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss Hemoglobin A1C and how to use it to determine our metabolic fitness. It can also help prevent potential health issues by monitoring it and lead to health conditions if not properly managed. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 32

The Dawn Effect

This is Day 25, for our gut reset for women. Today, we discuss the “Dawn Effect,” also known as the dawn phenomenon. The Dawn Effect is a fascinating phenomenon that impacts blood sugar levels in individuals, particularly in the early morning hours. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 33

Dry Fasting

This is Day 26 for a series of a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss dry fasting and its benefits, which is known as a period without food or water. We discuss the length of time and why you might consider going without water. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 34

Leptin Resistance

This is Day 27 for a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss Leptin Resistance. This is also known as a hormone that regulates appetite and energy levels. We examine how to manage it. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 35

Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF)

This is Day 28 for a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss brain-derived neurotrophic factor or BDNF. BDNF plays a role in regulating appetite and energy balance, and we discuss ways to help regulate it to improve our health. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 36

Better Sleep

This is Day 29 for a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we discuss sleep meditations, which can assist in balancing your hormones and improve sleep. We will practice a sleep meditation to see the benefits. Music: "Looking Deep Inside" composed by Music Of Wisdom Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.

Lesson 37

Next Steps

This is Day 30 for a series of talks on a gut reset for women. Today, we wrap up the past 30 days, discussing balancing your hormones and overall fasting benefits. We examine how you can continue your journey to have a balanced life going forward. Disclaimer: Please remember that the suggested materials are only for educational and informational purposes. However, this does not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please understand that you should always consult a physician or other healthcare professional.