“We should discipline ourselves in small things, and from these progress to things of greater value.”
-Marcus Aurelius
Ep. 31 – Your Health, Your Way: Building a Healthy Lifestyle That Works for You | A Convo with Kate Erwin
In this episode, Kate Erwin returns to discuss her transformative journey of losing over 60 pounds sustainably. She emphasizes the importance of personalizing health habits, self-trust, and the role of joy in lasting change. The conversation highlights the benefits of empathetic coaching, celebrating small wins, and understanding one’s motivations for better health.
Episode 30 – Weeding Out Wellness Myths: “Change Is Linear”
Ever feel like you’re making progress, only to get blindsided by a setback? You’re not failing — real change isn’t linear. In this post, I share my experience with linear thinking and emotional eating, what the Stages of Change model says about habit change, and practical ways to navigate the ups and downs while staying…
Episode 29 – Weeding Out Wellness Myths: “If I Want It, I Should Just Do It”
You may have bought into this myth hundreds or even thousands of times: “If I want it, I should just do it.” But change isn’t that simple. In this episode, I share why desire alone isn’t enough, my own struggle with giving up cheese, and practical ways to navigate ambivalence and build lasting habits.
Episode 28 – Rethinking Our Beliefs About Money with Women, Worth & Wellness Founder Nancy Griffin
Money and wellness are more connected than we think. In this post, I share a personal realization about self-worth and income, and a conversation with Nancy Griffin, founder of Women, Worth & Wellness, on reshaping the hidden beliefs that shape our health, choices, and financial well-being. Listen in today!
In the Weeds: How I Stopped Trying to Do It All
Struggling with burnout or feeling overwhelmed by all you’re trying to manage? This personal story explores how my overgrown garden became a powerful lesson in honoring my capacity and letting go of needing to do it all. Take a moment to read my story and see what stirs in you.
Why You Don’t Need More Willpower to Feel Better
If you’ve ever felt like you just need more willpower to get healthy, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken. Willpower is limited. Real change comes from working with your life, not against it. Ready for a new perspective? Read the full post to explore a more compassionate approach.
Episode 27 – Finding Patience When Progress Feels Slow
In this episode, I discuss the challenges of impatience with personal growth and reaching goals and the importance of trusting the process during transitional periods. If you’re feeling frustrated with the pace of your progress, craving permission to slow down, or need a reminder that deep change often happens beneath the surface, this one’s for…
When Progress Feels Slow: Choosing Patience & Prioritizing Your Well-Being
Many see me as patient, but when it comes to personal goals, I struggle with wanting results fast. In this post, I reflect on how impatience can sabotage progress—and share a powerful message from a recent visualization practice.
Episode 26 – Guided Visualization: Walking the Path to Your Future Self
In this episode, I explore the importance of visualization as a health coaching tool, highlighting how visualization can rewire the brain. I also offer a guided visualization designed to help you tune into your inner wisdom.
Embracing Transformation: Podcast Update & Free Health Coaching Opportunity
In this episode, I discuss my recent personal and professional reflections that prompted a shift in the podcast’s direction. I’ve enrolled in a health coaching program to better serve others, and I’m looking for your help in practicing my skills while I work through the training program.
Navigating Burnout and Menopause with Dr. Shana Johnston
In this episode, Dr. Shana Johnston, an experienced family physician, discusses her insights on emotional health and “dis-ease.” She emphasizes the importance of emotional release, mindfulness, and community support for well-being. Dr. Johnston shares her journey of leaving her family and maternity medical practice and offers strategies for navigating menopause and enhancing spiritual connection.
Embracing Cyclical Living with Rebecca Rankin
Rebecca Rankin, a holistic hormone health coach, shares her transformative journey and insights on cyclical living. She emphasizes aligning daily activities with natural cycles for better health, providing practical tips for tracking cycles and embracing wellness, and highlighting its significance for overall well-being.
Heart Healthy Living: Insights from Hannah Mitchell
In this episode, Hannah Mitchell, a cardiology nurse practitioner and heart health coach, discusses heart disease prevention through lifestyle changes. She emphasizes simplicity, consistency, and moderation across six health pillars: nutrition, physical activity, sleep, stress management, social interactions, and mindset. Listen in to learn heart health tips!
Embracing Autumn with Daily Journal Prompts
Autumn is an ideal time for reflection. The Wellness in a Chaotic World social media pages now offer daily journal prompts to encourage self-awareness. You can use them for journaling or simply stopping to pause and reflect for a moment. It’s up to you how you use them.
Is It SIBO? Jen Yundt Coles Explains The Often Overlooked Gut Condition
Jen Yundt Coles, The SIBO Coach, discusses her journey and gives us a primer on Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO), an often overlooked root cause of a diverse array of digestive and non-digestive symptoms. We discuss the importance of self-advocacy, holistic wellness, and accurate diagnosis, as well as stress management and tools for self-awareness. Join…
Health & Wellness at Work with Marina Krivonossova
Marina Krivonossova, founder of Retold, shares her non-linear career path and how she built a business that aligns with her desired lifestyle. She advocates for open communication in the workplace and shares tips for assessing company culture.
Spirituality, Authentic Connection & Wellness with Jody Brown
Jody Brown, founder of Wholly Education, is hosting the “Spirituality in Action” conference in Seneca Falls, NY on September 28th. The event features Dr. Sally Roesch Wagner as the keynote speaker and offers workshops on spiritual nutrition, creative intentions, meditation, and more. Registration fees range from $50 to $100. Contact Jody at jfb523@gmail.com to register.
Functional Medicine for Nurses with Kimberly Rose Bley
Kimberly Rose Bley, also known as Remedy Rose, is a nurse who experienced the challenges of the COVID pandemic firsthand. While studying to becoming a Functional and Nutritional Medicine Practitioner, she overcame her own health and infertility issues and is now dedicated to helping other nurses through education and functional medicine testing through her company,…
Inner Work: Coping with Anxiety and Chronic Pain with Cara Newman
Season 2 of Wellness in a Chaotic World is back with inspiring stories and insights on living well despite modern pressures. This week’s guest is Cara Newman, a certified life coach and educator with a passion for helping others unlock their inner power. Join us for a discussion on coping with anxiety and chronic pain.
Seasons Come and Seasons Go
Season 1 of “Wellness in a Chaotic World” has officially ended. I am so thankful for my guests and listeners. While I’ll be taking a break from the podcast, I encourage you to share your favorite episodes from season 1 with your family and friends. Today’s episode takes a look back at some of the…
Balance is Bullsh*t & Why Boundaries are Hard with Kara Knott & Laura Kendrick
Kara Knott and Laura Kendrick, founders of Intuitive Warrior Yoga and Ruby Bells, are big advocates for the well-being of parents. Through their newest business, Ruby Bells, they guide moms towards business growth, health, and family presence. Listen in as we get real about balance, boundaries, and listening to the wisdom of our bodies.
Discovering Your Working Genius with Kelly Tibbitts
Kelly Tibbitts, life coach and host of “The Vibrant Life Podcast,” introduces us to the Working Genius model, developed by Pat Lencioni. This tool helps people identify their natural gifts and thrive in work and life.
Leveraging DNA to Optimize Your Personal Health with Kellie Lupsha
In this episode, Kellie Lupsha shares insights on using DNA information for health optimization and discusses strategies for combating exhaustion. With 30 years of experience in healthcare and wellness, she empowers women to take control of their health. Listen in to hear her story.
Self-Awareness and the Enneagram with Kelly Tibbitts
Kelly Tibbitts, a life coach and host of “The Vibrant Life Podcast,” uses the Enneagram as a tool to help women become self-aware. The Enneagram offers insights into personality motivations, fears, and desires. Listen in to learn more.
Committing to Your Wellness & Embracing Breathwork with Lo Bundy
During her recovery from two concussions, Lo Bundy had a mentor who introduced her to breathwork — and it changed everything for her. In today’s episode we talk about breathwork, somatic healing, weightlifting, and more.
Life After Breath: You Are Worthy of Complete Wellness with Julia Christine
Julia Christine may have lost 130 lbs., but her story is about so much more than weight loss. Julia is the host of the Life After Breath podcast and an awareness and mindset coach who has helped hundreds of people change their habits and find success losing weight and discovering a sense of self. Listen…
How Mindfulness Levels Up Creativity & Life with Tiffany Egbert
Tiffany Egbert aims to inspire and educate fellow artists on how to use mindfulness practices to up-level their creative practice and life with her new podcast, Stepping into Your Magic. In today’s episode, Tiffany shares her story of healing and how she came to live in Bali.
Making 1% Shifts and Finding Balance with Robin Jonas
Robin Jonas a former educator turned stay-at-home mom who went back to school when her girls got older to combine her background in education with her passion for health and wellness. She’s now an integrative health coach who helps people make small shifts that lead to sustainable habits. Listen in as we talk about primary vs.…
Pure Possibilities: The Power of Mindset & Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone
Shannon Danielle has made great strides to improve her health and well-being by regularly pushing herself to face her fears and get out of her comfort zone. Listen in as we talk about the transformative power of regularly getting uncomfortable for personal growth and happiness.
Loving-Kindness (Metta) Meditation
In this episode, I provide a brief overview of what loving-kindness or metta meditation is and how it can benefit you and those around you. Plus, I offer a short metta meditation.
From Unwell to Unstoppable: A Functional Medicine Journey with LaVonna Willingham
In the fall of 2022, LaVonna started feeling unwell. She knew her health was declining, but the standard bloodwork and her doctors said everything was fine. Knowing that everything was NOT fine, she decided she needed to get to the root of why she wasn’t feeling well.
Free Guided Meditation: Release Fear & Anxiety
Take a step towards letting go of fears that no longer serve you with this Free Guided Meditation for Releasing Fear & Anxiety.
Building a Happy Home Life with Kathryn Garland
In this episode, Kathryn Garland, host of Homespun: Create the Life You Crave, discusses how building a healthy home life benefits all aspects of our lives.
Discovering the Truth About Our Food with Michelle Adams
In this episode, I talk with Michelle Adams, creator of foodstoic.com and host of Harvesting the Truth: The Story of Our Food. Michelle is a passionate advocate for intentional eating. We discuss the problems in our healthcare and food systems.
Body Neutrality, Self-Acceptance, and Coping with Anxiety with Kate Erwin
In this episode, content marketer and social media manager Kate Erwin and I discuss balancing body neutrality with living a healthy lifestyle, boundary setting, coping skills for stress and anxiety, and much more.
Self-Health: From Pain and Exhaustion to Living Well in My Body
This mini-episode is the short story of my most recent health journey, including how I resolved my troubles with digestive distress and joint pain, how I lost some of the excess weight that was making it hard to keep up with my child, and what I’ve started to learn about health and wellness in our…
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