Identify your Hunger: How to Tell Physical and Emotional Hunger Apart
Hunger is not only a physical cue for food but also signals our emotional and spiritual needs. This connection between food and emotion is not only cultural but is hardwired in our neurobiology. In this workshop, we will explore the science of hunger and understand why our emotions physiologically drive our desire for food. Participants will learn to distinguish emotional hunger from physical hunger and engage in an evidence-based practice to manage cravings mindfully without reactivity.
Redefine Nutrition: 5 Nutrients to Nourish You Mind and Body
Nutrition refers not only to the food that we eat but also the company that we keep, how we move our bodies and engage in sleep, rest and play, the content we consume and the words that we use to speak to ourselves. In this workshop we will broaden our definition of nutrition to include food, sleep, movement, nature, rest, play and the mind’s diet. Participants will learn actionable guidance on how to incorporate these nutrients into their daily lives in order to enhance their physical health and mental and emotional wellbeing.
Overcoming Saboteurs & Self-Limiting Beliefs to Achieve Health & Wellbeing
Our relationship with food is a mirror to our relationship to ourselves. In this workshop, we will identify the 10 most common saboteurs including perfectionism, self-limiting beliefs, lack of healthy boundaries that not only impact our relationship with food but also our work, our relationships with ourselves, co-workers, family and friends. Participants will engage in an experiential writing practice to uncover unique saboteurs that show up in our daily lives.
Self-Compassion: The (Surprising) Key to Transforming your Life
Self-compassion is not only kind, but is essential to our growth. In this workshop we will discuss why positive self-acceptance and self-compassion are necessary to forming positive habits and creating durable, lasting change. We will learn the three elements of an effective self-compassion practice: awareness, mindfulness and embracing our common humanity and together set the groundwork to implementing this essential practice on your own.
Adrienne Youdim, MD, is a physician, author, TEDx speaker specializing in medical weight loss and nutrition. Her mission is to empower people to adopt scientifically backed mind-body techniques to enhance greater mental, emotional and physical health and wellbeing. She holds multiple board certifications awarded by the American Board of Internal Medicine, the National Board of Physician Nutrition Specialists, the American Board of Obesity Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. Her book Hungry for More: Stories and Science to Inspire Weight Loss from the Inside Out explores the emotional and spiritual hungers that present as a hunger for food. Dr. Youdim currently sees patients in her private practice in Beverly Hills. She also hosts the Health Bite podcast, ranked amongst the top 5% most listened to globally. Dr. Youdim is a national speaker sought after by the media and has been featured on The Doctors, Dr. Phil, Dr. Oz, ABC news, Inside Edition, National Public Radio among other news outlets. Dr. Youdim lives in Los Angeles with her high school sweetheart, three kids and labradoodle.
There are spirits and then there’s spirit and Christa Cotton embodies both. Born in the South and built in New Orleans, the brand is led by Christa, a South Georgia native who spent much of her childhood with her family in and around New Orleans. Her deep connection to both places shapes El Guapo’s personality—equal parts grit, charm, and hospitality. From our ingredients and sustainable practices to our personality and business ethos, everything we do is rooted in a love for good people, bold flavor, and a damn good story.
Jenni Lynn Patterson-LaCour is a renowned leader in the aquatic fitness industry, recognized for her high-energy teaching style and innovative programming. She is the founder of S’WET™, a dynamic aquatic fitness format that challenges perceptions and elevates water-based training. As an AEA Aquatic Training Specialist and NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer, Jenni Lynn has spent two decades educating instructors and inspiring global participants. Her approach blends functional movement, interval training, and creative resistance work, while keeping classes fun and effective. A proud recipient of the 2024 AEA/ATRI Global Instructor Award, Jenni Lynn continues to shape the future of aquatic fitness through the S’WET™ Squad and her work in instructor education. She is dedicated to changing the way the world experiences fitness in the water.
Mari Ricker MD, Dr. Ricker is a nationally recognized leader in integrative medicine, wellness, and primary care. As Director of the Integrative Medicine in Residency Program at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine and Professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Arizona, she is dedicated to advancing whole-person, evidence-informed care and helping patients and clinicians achieve greater health and well-being. She also serves as Associate Director of the Primary Care Accelerated Medical Pathway at the University of Arizona College of Medicine–Tucson. A graduate of the University of Virginia with a Bachelor of Arts in biology and the University of Arizona College of Medicine, Dr. Ricker completed her Family Medicine Residency at Oregon Health & Science University, where she served as Chief Resident. She also completed the Fellowship in Integrative Medicine through the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine.
Some of the best discoveries are made by accident and that’s what happened in the fusion of the musical talents of Judi Jaeger and Bob Reid. They unwittingly found that perfect harmony while standing next to each other at a music camp jam in the summer of 2015. Their musical spark quickly caught fire and was noticed by those around them – and the successful collaboration between Jaeger and Reid was born. Judi grew up near Montreal, Canada, where her world was filled with music; her mother and brother sang and played guitar and she listened to Leonard Cohen, Peter, Paul & Mary, Pete Seeger and many others. She began her career as a performing songwriter as an expression of her loss after the death of her mother and has written songs for her local domestic violence prevention organization. Bob is a fourth generation Californian, and like Judi, Bob also grew up surrounded by music. Bob’s mom performed in coffeehouses in the 1960’s, while his father was a gospel concert promoter. Bob has been a California Arts Council Artists in Schools, performed at the United Nations in New York, in concert, at festivals and in schools across the United States. His original songs have been sung by Pete Seeger, Bill Harley, Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer and many others. Bob was chosen by the Seeger family to perform at memorial concerts for both Pete and Toshi Seeger in New York. Bob has a keen eye for musicality, empowerment, appreciation of nature and social causes in his writing. Jaeger & Reid have been performing around the United States, in Canada and France in a variety of venues, indoors and out, including house concerts.
Dr. Bonnie Goldstein is a psychologist, educator and author who has been part of the RLP community for two decades, offering innovative and engaging programs that promote wellbeing and foster meaningful connections among guests. As founder and director of the Lifespan Psychological Center in Los Angeles, she blends traditional psychotherapy with progressive somatic and mindfulness practices to facilitate connection and deep relational healing. She is part of the faculty at the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute, collaboratively developing and teaching a series of workshops for mental health professionals addressing trauma, developmental issues and family therapy. She has published numerous professional articles, co-edited three professional books and co-authored a forthcoming book with Dr. Pat Ogden, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy for Children and Adolescents and Families (November, 2026).
Loren Judaken studied both Interpersonal Communication and Environmental and Interior Design at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). She incorporates creativity into her exploration of the effects of psychological, sociological, and environmental conditions on individuals and relationships. Loren specializes in leading workshops to empower and inspire people, and help them design the life they most want to live especially through creative expression. Her personal creative endeavors include sculpting, collaging and writing, especially poetry. She has been published in numerous books, magazines and online, and has spoken extensively within the non-profit and wellness communities, as well as doing live poetry readings at the Wallis and Greenway Court Theaters in Los Angeles.
Robert Linkul is the owner of TOA (TrainingTheOlderAdult.com) a personal training studio and online continued education provider for fitness professionals in Shingle Springs, California. Robert is an internationally known continued education provider for fitness professionals with his area of expertise being in resistance training strategies for the Older Adult with physical limitations and/or decreased quality of life. Linkul has his master’s degree in personal training, is the NSCAs 2012 Personal Trainer of the Year award winner, a 2017 NSCA Fellowship inductee, was voted on to the 2021-2024 NSCA Board of Directors (Personal Trainer Position) and is the Director of Education for Fit Body Boot Camp.
Jen DeMarco has taught yoga since 1990 and has a lifelong dedication to exploring and sharing the depth of yoga practice. For the past 15 years, she has 
Wade Brill is a Mindfulness and Leadership Coach, Author, Podcaster, and Speaker who helps busy professionals experiencing stress and overwhelm be more present, productive, and energized. At the age of 21, Wade survived Hodgkin’s Lymphoma while simultaneously losing her mother to Leukemia. This major life interruption inspired Wade to realize how precious life is and that practicing radical self-care is smart, not sel
Ilene Brenner Schaffer fell in love with The Ranch in the 70s as a young girl when her dad was a regular speaker on holistic health. She is thrilled to return to share her expertise in life transitions and positive psychology (the science of wellbeing). Ilene’s greatest joy is helping clients flourish through life’s constant changes. She loves witnessing someone’s confidence grow as they embrace their strengths, deepen relationships, and step into their power zone. In addition to her life coaching practice, she leads a global executive coaching firm dedicated to leadership and well-being. She is also the host of the weekly podcast “What’s Possible.” Ilene is a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) through the International Coaching Federation, has a Masters of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, and a Masters in Counseling Psychology with a focus in Life Transitions from the University of San Francisco. She is a mom to two young adult daughters and lives in San Diego with her husband where she regularly enjoys a great beach walk with friends, family, and clients.
Firoozeh Dumas is a New York Times bestselling author and humorist. She has written three books, articles for the New York Times, a one-woman show, pieces for National Public Radio and is currently working on a screenplay. Firoozeh is a storyteller who believes that everyone has a story to tell and everyone’s story counts. In addition to her writing, Firoozeh is active on the lecture circuit, traveling the world reminding her audiences that our commonalities far outweigh our differences, and doing so with humor. 
Bijal Choksi, MA, PCC, CHPC is a Wharton and Columbia-educated social and positive psychologist with 30 years of experience designing science-backed, engaging workshops that blend mindset, resilience, and modern wellness. She’s taught for top-tier coach training programs—including those focused on biohacking and ICF-accredited coaching—and is known for translating research into real-life results. Her sessions are warm, interactive, and filled with tools guests can use immediately to feel more energized, clear, and connected.