Serenity and Fire with Krista
Welcome to Serenity and Fire. The podcast where wellness meets grit. I'm your host, Krista Guagenti, founder of Panacea Luxury Spa Boutique. Join me as we dive into the intriguing world of bio-hacking, clean living, cutting-edge spa treatments and the hustle, grind and grit of entrepreneurship. From my personal battles with weight-loss and infertility, to a 30-year struggle to create and launch my dream business, to building a sanctuary for those touched by cancer — I'm here to share real talk, inspire big dreams and spark a passion for holistic living inside each and every one of you.
Serenity and Fire with Krista
Latest Episodes
The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Building Something You Love w/ My Friend, Keri Croft.
Sometimes letting go of something is the most strategic thing you can do.In this episode, Krista opens up about the decision to close her lash and brow studio — what looked good on paper, what changed behind the scenes, and the emotional...
Letting Go to Grow: Embracing the End of a Business Journey.
Sometimes the hardest business decisions… are the right ones.In this episode, Krista shares the story behind closing her Deka Lash franchise — a decision that, from the outside, might look like failure, but from the inside was about clar...
The Real Cost of a Bad Hire (And How to Avoid It)
One bad hire doesn’t just cost you money…it costs you momentum, culture, and trust.If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly cleaning up, overcompensating, or questioning your instincts after bringing someone onto your team — this episo...
The Art of Networking: How to Build Lasting Business Relationships.
Networking has a reputation for being fake, awkward, and exhausting.But what if that’s not actually true…what if we’ve just been doing it wrong?In this episode, Krista kicks off a new mini business masterclass series by unpa...
Engineered Diets: The Reality Behind Ultra Processed Foods.
Your body knows the truth… even when the label doesn’t.If you’ve ever eaten something labeled “high protein,” “keto,” or “clean” and still felt hungry, tired, or craving more — this episode is for you.We break down processed vs ul...