Welcome to the very first episode of In Alignment.
In this conversation, founders Annie Ripp and Marissa Vivori introduce the intention behind the podcast and share why In Alignment needed to exist.
After years immersed in the wellness world, both of us reached a turning point where the constant pursuit of “feeling good” through diet, supplements, rigid protocols, and the overwhelm of wellness culture was no longer enough. This episode marks the beginning of a deeper conversation about healing, self trust, and living in true alignment with the body.
Annie and Marissa reflect on their personal journeys through health challenges, emotional healing, and self discovery, unpacking how many modern wellness practices can actually reinforce disconnection. They explore the idea that health is not just physical, but deeply emotional and relational, and that unresolved emotions and past experiences often show up as symptoms in the body.
The conversation dives into women’s health in particular, including the impact of birth control, alcohol, and societal expectations on mental and emotional well being. They discuss why understanding the female cycle is essential for empowerment, how intuitive and embodied living can restore trust in the body, and why radical honesty with ourselves is the foundation of authentic relationships.
This episode sets the tone for In Alignment. A space for truth, self forgiveness, and healing at the root. Not fixing yourself, but coming home to yourself.
