In this episode of The Mindful Journey with host Sana, Sheri Lane and Gary Seidler open up about how immigration shapes conversations around wellness, belonging, and cultural identity. From the human impact of migration to the healing traditions immigrants carry with them, this dialogue explores what it means to create community and wholeness in unfamiliar places. Gary, the publisher behind the global phenomenon Chicken Soup for the Soul, and Sheri, a licensed acupuncturist, author, and recovery specialist, share personal and professional insights on resilience, storytelling, and cultural integration. Together, they reveal how immigrants not only seek safety and opportunity but also bring transformative gifts to the societies they join.
About the Guests:
Gary Seidler is a veteran publisher, best known for bringing Chicken Soup for the Soul to the world. With over 40 years in publishing, his work spans addiction recovery, trauma, and wellness, amplifying voices that inspire change.
Sheri Lane is a licensed acupuncturist, herbalist, and author of Living the Energy Connection. With decades of clinical practice, she blends Eastern medicine, recovery expertise, and holistic living to help people achieve balance and health. Together, they host The Immigrant’s Road podcast, reshaping narratives around immigration, identity, and belonging.
Key Takeaways:


Immigration is more than survival—it’s transformation, blending tradition and wellness across cultures.


Belonging directly influences emotional and physical health; exclusion can create trauma that lasts generations.


Immigrants bring healing traditions—herbs, mindfulness, yoga—that enrich Western wellness practices.


Storytelling, as seen in Chicken Soup for the Soul, has universal power to connect at a heart level and shift perspectives.


Identity for immigrants and their children is not a tug-of-war but a bridge where two cultures can coexist.


Wellness practices don’t always require money—breathing, stretching, and mindfulness can be accessible tools.


Language and cultural openness are critical first steps for immigrants to feel integrated and thrive.


Every “no” can be a step toward the next “yes”—persistence creates opportunities for healing and success.


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