This episode focuses on defining and cultivating a positive life. Guest Michelle Flynn and host Sal Jefferies discuss the importance of good habits for happiness and health. They cover several key topics:

Food and Nutrition: Eating real, whole foods vs. processed foods. Understanding the gut-brain connection. Starting with basic healthy habits.
Movement: Incorporating enjoyable movement rather than traditional "exercise." Walking, functional movements. Long-term consistency over short-term intensity.
Sleep: Getting enough sleep, quality sleep, regular rhythm. Breathing techniques to improve sleep.
Connection: Combating loneliness, finding your "people." Michelle's experience starting a women's group. The power of taking small steps to connect.
Relaxation: Self-care, downregulation, giving yourself permission to take time. Small consistent actions.

Some more notes of key points and the areas to work on are as follows:

Food and Nutrition

Real, whole foods are best - avoid processed foods
Gut health impacts brain health and mental wellbeing
Start with basic healthy habits like eating more veggies

Movement

Find enjoyable activities like walking or dancing rather than traditional gym exercise
Aim for long-term consistency over short bursts of high intensity
Functional movements like carrying groceries build strength

Sleep

Prioritize getting enough sleep, quality sleep, and a consistent rhythm
Use breathing techniques to relax into deeper sleep more quickly
Try mouth taping to promote nasal breathing

Connection

Combat loneliness by finding people with shared interests/values
Michelle's experience starting a women's group by just taking small steps
Look for local groups on Facebook or Eventbrite

Relaxation

Make time for self-care through activities like reading, yoga, massage
Give yourself permission to take breaks and unwind
Start small - even 2 minutes of breathwork helps

Other Notes

Remember to treat your health holistically
Grocery store layouts are designed to influence purchases
Check out episodes with Leanne Weaver and April Baker
James Clear's work on habit formation

Michelle's BIO

Michelle is a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Practitioner, Certified International Health Coach, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach with a Gut Health Certification, Experienced Life Coach and Mental Health in Recruitment Ambassador.

Michelle works with individuals and companies to help them understand their health and happiness goals (e.g. healthy diet, weight loss, reducing stress, increasing exercise, better quality of sleep, improved relationships, financial stability and exciting careers).

Contact Michelle and see more her website

Get in touch with Sal

If this episode has caught your attention and you wish to learn more, then please contact me. I offer a free 20 min call where we can discuss a challenge your facing and how I may be able to help you.

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