Are you using AI to its full potential, or are you still on the fence, unsure if it’s worth the effort or even a little intimidated by it?

In this episode of the Nourished CEO podcast, I sit down with Nina Marie Rueda—a traditional naturopathic doctor, mom of three, and mentor to clinicians—to explore how she’s using AI to transform her business, support her clients, and reclaim precious time with her family.

Whether she’s helping moms and kids thrive or training practitioners to work smarter, Nina Marie shows how AI isn’t just about productivity... it’s a tool for living more fully.

From automating lab interpretations and email responses to building client-facing bots, she breaks down how she uses AI creatively, ethically, and practically.

We talk about the mindset shifts clinicians need to adopt, how to maintain human connection in an increasingly automated world, and how to use AI to create more spaciousness, not just more sales.

• [2:02] – Meet Dr. Nina Marie Rueda: naturopathic doctor, homeschooling mom, and AI innovator.

• [5:30] – Real-world examples of how Nina uses AI for landing pages, emails, and client interactions.

• [7:53] – Training ChatGPT to think like a clinician: Nina’s approach to automating lab reviews and protocols.

• [13:48] – A behind-the-scenes look at a day in the life: balancing kids, clients, and leadership with AI’s help.

• [20:19] – Why Nina isn’t just using AI to scale—she’s using it to reclaim time with her family.

• [22:11] – A bold prediction: why ignoring AI could put your business at risk.

• [27:11] – The one thing AI can’t replace: human connection, mentorship, and the power of presence.

• [35:27] – Where to start if you're new to AI: small steps that make a big difference.

1. “I have the biggest problem with inefficiency... when something isn’t working smoothly, it’s like nails on a chalkboard to me.”

2. “I want my kids to remember a present mom in their childhood, not just a working one.”

3. “Not using AI at this point is going to cost people their business.”

4. “The further we get with AI, the more important it is to protect and preserve human-to-human connection.”

5. “Teach someone to use AI well, and you’re empowering them to empty an ocean with their fishing skills.”

• Connect with Nina Marie on Instagram: @doctorninamarie

• Website: doctorninamarie.com

• AI Lab Analyzer Course for Clinicians (with special coupon for listeners!) – [Link to be added by host]

• Ideal Client Persona AI Prompt – [Add PDF or link if available]

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Today I’m sharing insights on a topic that trips up so many heart-centered business owners—sales.

Whether you're a health coach, a practitioner, or an online business owner who’s felt uncomfortable, sleazy, or downright resistant to selling, this one's for you.

I’ll walk you through my personal journey from dreading sales to finding joy and ease in the process, even after a rough pregnancy and returning from maternity leave.

You'll learn how to reframe your mindset around selling, the power of daily micro-habits in building sales confidence, and the key internal beliefs that either make or break your ability to close.

I also reflect on the transformative experience of running the 75 Rich Challenge and how it re-ignited my sales flow and revenue, without perfection or pressure.

Top Quotes from This Episode

“You don’t have to necessarily be perfect. You don’t have to be killing yourself to try to make sales every day.”

“Confidence in selling does not come from knowing exactly what to say. What sales confidence really comes from is taking consistent, aligned action.”

“Sales conversations should really feel more like coaching to an aligned decision, and that decision could be yes or no.”

“You’re not taking something from them, you’re not stealing from them, you’re not hurting them by asking for money for the service.”

“If you totally 100% believe in what you’re selling, you don’t have to force yourself to try to sell it.”

Episode Timeline
[0:19] - Why selling is non-negotiable in your online business success
[2:37] - What inspired the 75 Rich Challenge and how it helped reignite my sales habits
[6:32] - How I generated $95K in sales while completing only 36% of the challenge
[9:57] - The mindset shift: selling as service, not manipulation
[17:04] - Why sales confidence comes from consistent daily action
[21:23] - Avoiding the “show up and throw up” sales script trap
[22:59] - Aligning your mindset with your sales goals for authentic, high-converting conversations
[27:33] - Final recap of the top 3 tips to make sales feel easy and natural

Links & Resources

• Follow me on Instagram: @lauraschoenfeldrd

• Apply for the Nourished Business Accelerator

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I sat down with my inspiring client and friend, Lindsey Lusson, a registered dietitian who transformed her part-time passion into a thriving, high-ticket group coaching business.

Lindsey shares how she left behind a “safe” corporate job while pregnant with her third child and scaled her practice into a 6-figure business that now brings in consistent $40K+ months.

We dive deep into how she overcame imposter syndrome, grew her confidence as a business owner, and built a scalable group coaching model that delivers life-changing results for women struggling with period loss and fertility.

Lindsey doesn’t hold back in this conversation, so if you’ve ever wondered whether you could turn your expertise into a profitable, freedom-filled business, this episode is for you.

“I was making more in my private practice than I was in my corporate job, but I still couldn’t let go. It took getting pregnant to finally say, 'I can’t do both anymore.'”

“We’re not just giving information. We’re helping women completely shift their mindset, lifestyle, and health... and that’s worth every penny of a high-ticket program.”

“I remember thinking, do I need to go work part-time at a hospital? And then I hit my first $20K month. That was the moment I knew, this is going to work.”

[00:02:32] – Kicking things off with Lindsey’s backstory and how her business started as a side hustle in 2020.

[00:05:01] – The leap from corporate wellness to full-time business owner while pregnant with her third child.

[00:10:52] – The slow summer myth: reframing mindset, committing to childcare, and clearing a $20K month.

[00:13:15] – Behind the scenes of balancing business and babies, including how her husband supported the childcare decision.

[00:20:22] – What Lindsey’s workweek looks like now with three young kids, a thriving business, and Fridays mostly off.

[00:29:33] – The mindset and strategy behind confidently charging $2,700+ for a group health program.

[00:35:12] – The real value of a high-touch group program and how it outperforms one-on-one coaching for her niche.

[00:39:24] – Why 2025 is a golden opportunity for private practice dietitians to sell premium health offers.

[00:44:23] – What makes Lindsey successful: work ethic, willingness to take risks, and refusing to stay stuck.

Lindsey Lusson is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in disordered eating and infertility. She has both personal and professional experience with Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA), or period loss related to overexercise and undereating. Her experience led her to become passionate about educating and empowering others to advocate for their health and take charge of their fertility through proper nutrition. She has helped over 250 women recover cycles and restore their fertility naturally.

• Follow Lindsey on Instagram: @food.freedom.fertility

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