Alive & Well – Burnout, Anxiety, Nervous System, Productivity, Time Management, Somatic Tools, Work-Life Balance

You’re crushing it on paper—but inside? You’re feeling fried.If your standards are sky-high, your to-do list never ends, and your nervous system feels like it’s hanging on by a thread, this episode is your wake-up call.In today’s episode, we’re breaking down what happens when perfectionism becomes a nervous system survival strategy—and why it’s one of the earliest (and sneakiest) signs of burnout.We’re diving into: ✔️ The real root of perfectionism (hint: it’s not just about high standards) ✔️ 5 subtle but powerful signs you’re burning out—and might not know it ✔️ How to rewire the pressure to “get it right” and build nervous system safety insteadIf you’ve been wondering why you can’t relax… why nothing ever feels good enough… or why success feels so exhausting—this one’s for you.🎧 Hit play and grab the free Nervous System Reset Guide (linked below) to start rewiring for real peace and presence—no perfection required.Related Links:Previous EpisodeAre You a Perfectionist? 3 Reasons Perfectionists Have High AnxietyBreak Free from Perfectionism & Procrastination and Build Habits That StickIs it Perfectionism or Excellence? How to Tell the Difference and What to Do About ItCalling All Perfectionists! How to Overcome Perfectionism and Own Your EnoughnessThe Real Reason You Procrastinate, People-Please, and Chase Perfection (It’s Not What You Think)— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

If you're raising girls, this episode is a must-listen.Because the world they’re growing up in? It’s not the one we were raised in.In this powerful conversation with therapist, parenting coach, and Restoring Our Girls author Cathy Cassani Adams, we unpack what girls are really asking for—and why so many parents miss it.Cathy brings decades of experience (and her perspective as a mom of three daughters) to shed light on how we can parent with emotional attunement, clarity, and deep connection—even through the messiness of adolescence.You'll learn: ✨ What girls actually wish we’d stop doing (it’s not what you think) ✨ Why “well-meaning” labels like “the smart one” or “the shy one” can cause harm ✨ How to foster critical thinking, confidence, and emotional safety with your daughterIf you want your daughter to know she’s safe to be fully herself—with you and with the world—this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.🎧 Hit play for a grounded, honest look at how to parent girls with wisdom, compassion, and courage.Connect with Cathy:Zen Parenting Radio WebsiteZen Parenting on InstagramRestoring Our GirlsRelated Links:Previous EpisodeConnection-Focused Strategies for Challenging Parenting MomentsCo-Parenting? 4 Steps to Move out of Toxic Communication, Conflict, & ChaosHow Helicopter Parenting is Impacting Your Kids with Bizzie Gold5 Surprising Ways Anxiety Can Show Up in Parenting— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

If you’re waking up tired, snapping at everyone by noon, forgetting basic things, or constantly overstimulated… it might not be your schedule, your supplements, or your mindset.It might be your nervous system.You’re not just “off.”Your body is trying to tell you something.In this episode, we’re unpacking what nervous system dysregulation actually is—and how it silently hijacks your focus, energy, mood, digestion, hormones, and more.If you’ve ever asked yourself: 💭 Why am I always exhausted? 💭 Why do I feel numb, foggy, or on edge all the time? 💭 Why can’t I just get it together?This one’s for you.We’re diving into: ✔️ The real science behind dysregulation (and why it’s not about willpower) ✔️ 10 clear signs your body is stuck in survival mode - like fatigue, brain fog, reactivity, digestive issues, and more ✔️ Simple, daily tools to support regulation🧠 Because no amount of supplements, to-do lists, or mindset work can override a dysregulated nervous system.💡 But the good news? Your nervous system is built to heal—and that healing starts with understanding what’s really going on in your body.🎧 Hit play, and then grab the free Nervous System Reset Guide in the show notes to take the next step in your healing journey. Let’s go.Related Links:Previous EpisodeIs Your Brain Causing You Pain? A Mind-Body Approach to Chronic Pain, Anxiety, and DepressionCure Your Busy Brain: The Protocol to Calm an Anxious MindHow Self-Compassion Rewires Your Brain for GrowthTired, Anxious, and Overwhelmed? The Step-by-Step Process to Heal Burnout and Regulate Your Nervous System— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

If you feel like you’ve been stuck in a fog—too tired to move, too overwhelmed to start, or too numb to care—this episode is for you.You’re probably not lazy. You’re not a procrastinator. You’re not failing. You might just be in a nervous system freeze response—the most misunderstood nervous system state.It’s what happens after months (or years) of running on fumes. And it’s why so many high-achieving women feel exhausted, disconnected, and stuck—no matter how hard they’re trying.In this episode, we break down: ✔️ What the freeze response really is (and why it’s not about being lazy) ✔️ 7 sneaky signs you’re in a freeze state ✔️ Simple, body-based tools to gently start thawing out ✔️ How to support your nervous system without pushing yourself harder💡 Spoiler: Freeze is not the end of the road. It’s your nervous system asking for support—and there is a way forward.Related Links:Previous EpisodeHow to tell if Your're in Fight, Flight, or Freeze4 Sneaky Ways Fight, Flight, Freeze & Fawn Are Hijacking How You CommunicateAre You Ready for a Soul Shift? How to Get Unstuck and Reclaim Your JoyThe Reset Mindset: How to Get Unstuck and Focus on What Matters Most— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

You’re doing your best to take care of yourself—maybe even trying to keep up with the wellness trends you’ve been seeing everywhere. But if you still feel anxious, wired, or totally drained… there might be more going on under the surface.In today’s episode, we’re calling it out: Not all wellness trends are good for your nervous system. 💥You’ll learn the real reason your body can’t tell the difference between “good” and “bad” stress—and how that impacts your hormones, energy, and moodWe’re breaking down: The real science behind these trends When they can help (and when they really, really can’t) What to try instead if your nervous system is on edge How to tell if a “wellness routine” is pushing you further into survival modeIf you’ve ever wondered, “Why do I still feel off even when I’m doing all the ‘right’ things?”—this is your episode.🎧 Hit play now and learn how to stop chasing trends and start actually healing.Related Links:Previous EpisodeStuck in Bad Habits? Stop Spinning Your Wheels and Learn the 3 Requirements for Lasting Change3 Habits Making Your Anxiety Worse (and 3 That’ll Make it Better)5 Everyday Habits That Dysregulate Your Nervous System (and What to Do Instead)Clenched Jaw, Brain Fog, and More: 5 Oddly Specific Signs Your Nervous System Needs Support— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

Today’s tech is not the same as the Saturday morning cartoons we grew up with. It’s faster, stickier, and designed to hijack attention, delay development, and disrupt regulation. And most of us are just trying to keep up—while feeling totally overwhelmed.In this conversation, I’m joined by The Screentime Consultant herself, Emily Cherkin, a former middle school teacher turned national advocate for tech-intentional parenting.With humor, deep empathy, and zero judgment, she’s helping us rethink the role of screens in our kids’ lives—and our own.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by how much your kids (or you!) are on screens—this one is a must-listen.We’re not anti-tech. But we are pro-child. And that means learning how to use tech in a way that honors real developmental needs, protects relationships, and puts the nervous system first.In today’s episode, we cover:Why today’s tech is rewiring kids’ brains (and what you can do about it)The hidden harms of educational technology (yes, even at school)How to start conversations with your kids and their teachers about screen useIf you’ve ever wondered, “Is this too much?” or “How do I set better boundaries without losing my mind?”—this conversation is for you.Your intuition is spot on. And today’s episode? It’s the guidance you’ve been craving.Press play and let’s get clear on what’s actually best for our kids—and how to lead the way with calm, courage, and intention.Connect with EmilyThe Screentime SolutionEmily on IGThe Screentime Consultant websiteRelated Links:Previous EpisodeWhy You Need a Family Mission Statement and 5 Steps to Writing YoursHow to Talk to Your Kids about Hard Things While Protecting Your Family’s Peace"Calm in the Chaos: 3 Strategies to Navigate Triggering Family Dynamics "Raising Strong-Willed Kids Without Losing Your Mind— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

Ever walked away from a conversation thinking “Why did I just say that?” “Why did I freeze?” “Why can’t I bring this up without freaking out?”It’s not that you’re bad at communicating. 🧠 Your nervous system is just running the show.In today’s episode, we’re diving into how your nervous system state is shaping your communication—whether you’re snapping, shutting down, or trying to keep the peace at your own expense.We’re breaking down:What fight, flight, freeze, and fawn actually look like in real-time convosWhy you can’t “talk it out” when your body feels unsafeSomatic cues to watch for—and what to do in the moment to shift gearsHow to build real awareness so your communication gets clearer, calmer, and more connected🎧 Hit play and learn how to stop spiraling in hard conversations—and start speaking from a place of safety.>>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<Related Links:Previous Episode5 Signs You're in Fight or Flight (Even if You're Not Feeling Angry or Anxious)Unlocking Calm Powerful Somatic Practices to Shift out of Fight, Flight or Freeze5 Signs You’re Parenting in Fight-or-Flight—and How to Shift Out of Survival Mode3 Body-Based Tools to Shift Out of Fight-or-Flight (Fast)— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

Let’s be real: spa days are great, but they’re not going to rewire your nervous system.You need self-care that actually works. The kind that helps your brain slow down, your body feel safe, and your energy come back online.In this episode, we’re redefining self-care for high-achieving women—and talking about 7 surprisingly powerful (and wildly underrated) ways to support your nervous system daily.We’re breaking down: Why multitasking is frying your prefrontal cortexHow hydration and circadian rhythm impact your emotional regulation7 daily self-care habits that actually move the needle on your healingIf you’ve ever rolled your eyes at “more self-care” while drowning in responsibilities—this one’s for you.🎧 Press play and learn the kind of self-care that actually works—especially for high-achieving women like you.>>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<Related Links:Previous EpisodeThink Self-Care Is Expensive? 3 Powerful Practices That Cost Nothing5 Everyday Habits That Dysregulate Your Nervous System (and What to Do Instead)3 Consistency Habits Behind 300 Episodes (And How They Can Work for You Too)Break Free from Perfectionism & Procrastination and Build Habits That Stick— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

You won’t always feel the moment you leave survival mode.Healing your nervous system won’t always look like a big breakthrough. Sometimes, it’s quiet. Subtle. Easy to miss if you don’t know what to look for.In this episode, we’re unpacking 4 signs your nervous system is healing—even if you’re not “there yet.” These shifts are easy to overlook, but they’re proof your system is rewiring in powerful ways.We’re diving into: ✔️ Why feeling less reactive is a huge win for your brain✔️ How that moment of compassion is actually nervous system proof✔️ What it means when urgency starts to fade and presence returns✔️ Why joy is one of the strongest signals of regulationIf you’ve ever thought, “Is this even working?”—this one’s for you. 🎧Related Links:Previous Episode5 Signs You're in Fight or Flight (Even if You're Not Feeling Angry or Anxious)"Unlocking Calm Powerful Somatic Practices to Shift out of Fight, Flight or Freeze "How to tell if Your're in Fight, Flight, or Freeze5 Signs You’re Parenting in Fight-or-Flight—and How to Shift Out of Survival Mode— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

You can look like you have it all together… and still be starving inside.In this raw, deeply honest conversation, I’m joined by Real Housewives of New Jersey star, former attorney, and author Jackie Goldschneider—who opens up about her 20-year battle with anorexia and what it really took to heal.We talk about the hidden layers of disordered eating, the illusion of control, and how shame keeps so many women trapped in silence. Jackie shares how her relationship with food—and with herself—became a secret prison, how recovery cracked her open, and why she’s now using her story to set others free.We also dive into motherhood: how to raise kids who feel safe in their bodies, how to model self-acceptance in a culture obsessed with thinness, and what to stop saying about food and weight—especially in front of our daughtersIf you’ve ever felt trapped in a cycle of food, shame, and control—or you’re raising kids in a culture obsessed with body image—this episode is for you.Things You’ll Learn in This Episode:What recovery from an eating disorder really looks like (and how to know when you're ready)How to talk to your kids about food, weight, and body image without passing on shameHow healing your relationship with your body transforms everything🎧 If you've ever struggled with body image, disordered eating, control, or the pressure to look “perfect,” this episode will feel like someone finally said the quiet part out loud.Connect with Jackie:The Weight of BeautifulJackie on IGRelated Links:Previous EpisodeBanishing Diet Culture: How to Listen to Our Body’s CuesStruggle with Body Image or Stress Eating? Healing Your Relationship with FoodBurnout Recovery Blueprint (Part 2): Get Out of Your Head and Into Your BodyIs Your Body Holding Chronic Stress in Your Fascia? How Fascia is the Key to Healing[rewind] - Want Real and Lasting Change? How to Unlock the Mind-Body Connection— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<