Episode 2 - Rest Is Revolutionary with Elizabeth Wangugi

In this episode of the ALC ChangeMakers Podcast, host Jennifer Sconyers welcomes the dynamic and inspiring Elizabeth Wangugi a burnout consultant, yin yoga specialist, and founder of the Biz Witch Doc.

Through a deeply personal and powerful conversation, Elizabeth shares her transformative leadership journey—from corporate burnout to radical wellness—and the lessons she’s carrying forward into her work to make rest not only essential but accessible, profitable, and communal.

This conversation is a must-listen for mission-driven leaders, high achievers, and anyone struggling to reconcile productivity with well-being.

Episode Highlights From Burnout to Breakthrough:

  • Elizabeth's story of working in corporate America, reaching a breaking point, and taking bold steps toward healing
  • The Power of Yin Yoga: Why stillness, breath, and nervous system regulation are keys to recovery
  • Rest as Leadership: How sabbatical in Kenya shifted her mindset—and why rest must become a cornerstone of sustainable leadership
  • Creating the Nap Concert: A new community wellness event in Columbus blending jazz, art, and restorative rest
  • Making Rest Profitable: The business case for rest, and how Elizabeth is designing an 8-week restorative program for organizations

About Our Guest:

Elizabeth Wangugi is a yoga teacher, burnout consultant, and founder of the Biz Witch Doc, a company dedicated to helping people recover from burnout through rest, breathwork, and community. After losing over 120 pounds and taking a life-changing sabbatical, Elizabeth now works with individuals and organizations to center wellness and reimagine what sustainable leadership looks like.

Connect with Elizabeth:

LinkedIn: Elizabeth Wangugi

Instagram/TikTok: @bizwitchdoc

Email: [email protected]

šŸŽ¶ Nap Concert Announcement:

Elizabeth is launching a Nap Concert in collaboration with ALC and A Tribe for Jazz—a first-of-its-kind public wellness experience in Columbus, OH, featuring jazz, art, and guided rest. Designed for high-stress professionals and community members alike, this event combines music therapy, yoga, and rest science in a safe and healing environment.

Stay connected to hear more about dates and ticket information:

Follow @bizwitchdoc on Instagram

Follow the Nap Concert’s website: https://www.the-nap-concert.com/

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🌐 About Abundance Leadership Consulting

Abundance Leadership Consulting helps mission-driven organizations and leaders create healthy teams and sustainable cultures rooted in equity, community, and resilience. Through coaching, membership programs, and thought leadership, ALC is reimagining what it means to thrive during uncertain times.

Explore more:

Website: jennifersconyers.com

Podcast: ALC ChangeMakers on Spotify

LinkedIn: Abundance Leadership Consulting

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