This episode is super special as it features one of Melissa’s very best friends, (online and in real-life!) Mona Vand. Melissa and Mona actually started their friendship via the internet in what they like to recall as a “social media date.” They bonded over their love for wellness, spirituality and of course...food! Back in the day they used to have a joined Facebook group called “Beautifully Balanced” that they touch on. They discuss Mona’s journey moving from LA to NYC, getting clear on what being her true self means to her, and what it was like taking two years off from social media.Mona reveals some VERY exciting news … her recent engagement to Gary V! Melissa asks how she maintains her sense of independence in her relationship, along with how their differences are what make them so strong as a couple. In terms of wellness, they get into topics like meditation, gut health, experimenting with new foods, and so much more. Also stay tuned for their story on and experience with  Joe Dispenza’s meditation retreat! Go to electricpicks.com and use code GOLDEN for 20% off your order. Sign up now for a 7 day free trial at melissawoodhealth.comLimited Time Offer: Use code movewithheart when you sign up for a monthly membership to get your first month FREE.Melissa Wood-Tepperberg, founder of MWH and host of the Move With Heart Podcast, is a meditation teacher, certified yoga and pilates instructor, certified health coach, and beloved by the diverse community she’s cultivated through her unique approach to fitness and mindfulness over the years. MWH is a health, wellness & lifestyle platform on a mission to create a more mindful way of life, accessible and attainable for all. Melissa and MWH have been featured on LIVE with Kelly and Ryan, GMA, The Today Show, Forbes, Fortune and more. MWH was also the subject of a 2021 Harvard Business School case study. The most important part of this practice is that it’s not just about building the body you desire, it’s about building a better, stronger relationship with yourself. The foundation of this practice has always been about using what you have available to you, whenever, wherever you are. So, wherever you are on your journey, we have something for everybody. The MWH platform has a growing library of 500+ workouts in a variety of styles (pilates, yoga, meditation, pre & postnatal, and more!). Plus, with unlimited access to recipes & video tutorials, plus coveted lifestyle & nutrition tips, this is the destination to better every single aspect of your life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.