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Untamed & Unfiltered Wellness

Untamed & Unfiltered Wellness

Written by: Jo Swensson
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When stress, sleep, focus, or energy start shifting—and the strategies you used to rely on stop working—this podcast helps you understand why and shows you what to do next without spinning your wheels.


Untamed and Unfiltered Wellness is a grounded, no-nonsense podcast for people who want to live well in the real world, busy schedules, demanding jobs, aging bodies and all.
Each episode explores the foundations of holistic living, including:
-Nervous system regulation and stress resilience
-Sleep patterns, recovery, and daily rhythms
-Blood sugar, hydration, and energy stability
-Environmental and lifestyle stressors most people overlook
-Herbal support and somatic practices for sustainable change


This is practical, integrative wellness for real lif, not trends, not hacks and not one-size-fits-all advice.


You’ll walk away with clear insights, usable tools, and realistic shifts you can apply immediately—so your body and mind feel steadier, more supported, and easier to live in.


Hosted by Jo Swensson, Herbalist and Founder of Olivia Bell.


Olivia Bell Co., where education, herbal support and somatic practices meet everyday life.

© 2026 Olivia Bell, LLC
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Episodes
  • EFT Tapping | The Stress Tool That Isn’t As Weird As You Think
    May 18 2026

    Episode 53:

    You can understand your stress intellectually and still feel completely overwhelmed physically.

    In this episode, we’re talking about EFT tapping, what it is, why people use it and why body-based tools are becoming more important in a world where most of us are overstimulated, overbooked, emotionally overloaded, and constantly “on.”

    This is not the weird internet version of tapping.

    We’re talking about nervous system regulation, stress physiology, emotional overwhelm, and why sometimes your body needs more than another mindset shift.

    I’m breaking down:

    • what EFT tapping actually is
    • why it may help interrupt stress patterns
    • the connection between stress and the nervous system
    • why modern life keeps us stuck in survival mode
    • and a simple tapping exercise you can try yourself

    If your brain never shuts off, your body feels tense all the time, or you’re tired of feeling wired and overwhelmed… this episode will make a lot of sense.

    Have a specific topic you want me to cover? Send me a text!

    Substack blog: https://oliviabellco.substack.com

    Website: https://oliviabell.co

    I hope you find some time today for some peace, some plants and some paws!

    ☮️🌿🐾

    Jo

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    11 mins
  • Why Your Brain Was Never Meant for This Much Noise
    May 10 2026

    Episode 52: Why Your Brain Was Never Meant for This Much Noise

    Constant noise has become normal. TVs in the background, nonstop notifications, podcasts during every quiet moment, scrolling before bed, multitasking through meals and conversations. But what is all of this constant stimulation actually doing to our nervous system?

    In this episode, we explore overstimulation, sensory overload, cognitive fatigue and why so many people feel mentally exhausted even when they are “doing everything right.” This conversation looks at how modern life keeps our brains in a constant state of input and why silence now feels uncomfortable for so many people.

    You’ll learn:

    • What overstimulation actually is
    • How constant input affects the nervous system
    • Why small things suddenly feel overwhelming
    • The difference between stress and nervous system overload
    • Simple ways to reduce mental clutter and create recovery moments throughout the day

    This is a grounded conversation about modern life, nervous system health and why many of us do not need more information, we need less noise.

    Have a specific topic you want me to cover? Send me a text!

    Substack blog: https://oliviabellco.substack.com

    Website: https://oliviabell.co

    I hope you find some time today for some peace, some plants and some paws!

    ☮️🌿🐾

    Jo

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    9 mins
  • Mental Clutter | Why You Can’t Focus and What to Do About It
    May 4 2026

    Episode 51: Mental Clutter | Why You Can’t Focus and What to Do About It

    If you’ve ever sat down to do something simple and ended up doing nothing, this episode is for you.

    We’re not calling this procrastination anymore. What you’re dealing with is mental clutter. Just like your computer with too many open tabs, you're brain has too much input and a nervous system that’s completely maxed out.

    In this episode, I break down why your brain feels overloaded, how decision fatigue builds, and what’s actually happening when you shut down instead of taking action.

    This is about getting out of your head, reducing the noise and taking one clear step forward.


    Want more actions steps? Check out our Substack blog.

    Have a specific topic you want me to cover? Send me a text!

    Substack blog: https://oliviabellco.substack.com

    Website: https://oliviabell.co

    I hope you find some time today for some peace, some plants and some paws!

    ☮️🌿🐾

    Jo

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    9 mins
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