
Alive & Well – Burnout, Anxiety, Nervous System, Productivity, Time Management, Somatic Tools, Work-Life Balance
On paper? You’re crushing it.But your body’s telling a different story: fatigue, anxiety, brain fog, and a burnout you just can’t seem to shake.Welcome to Alive & Well—the podcast for high-achieving women ready to burnout-proof their lives by rewiring their nervous system for clarity, energy, productivity, and ease.I’m your host, Michelle Grosser, Esq.—trial attorney turned nervous system strategist, wife, mom, and entrepreneur (x3).After burning out hard trying to do it all, I discovered the missing piece: nervous system regulation. Now I help ambitious, high-capacity women like you build a life that’s sustainable and successful—where your nervous system becomes your superpower, not your saboteur.Around here, you’ll learn:✔️ Burnout-proof systems for time management and productivity✔️ Science-backed tools for nervous system and emotional regulation✔️ Somatic practices that help you stay grounded & calm under pressure✔️ Faith-rooted wisdom for leading from overflow—not overdrive✔️ Boundaries that protect your purpose—not just your calendar✔️ Sustainable strategies for stress management, presence, and work-life balanceIt’s time to break the burnout cycle, reclaim your well-being, and lead with the kind of peace that doesn’t cost your ambition.Hit follow and start your path to living Alive & Well. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.
Latest episodes

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May 17, 2024 • 36min
254 - Raised by Toxic Parents? How to Break the Cycle and Reparent Yourself with Cari Fund
Cari Fund shares her journey of overcoming toxic parenting, reparenting herself, and breaking generational cycles. Topics include setting boundaries, self-care, and creating a legacy of love for future generations.

May 14, 2024 • 31min
253 - 7 Ways to Release Stress & Anxiety From Your Body
Learn how daily practices can release stress and anxiety from your body with 7 practical techniques. Explore physical methods like eye relaxation and jaw massages, along with a calming leg bicycle exercise. Discover somatic practices to address stress in different body parts and empower yourself with strategies for managing stress and anxiety.

May 10, 2024 • 37min
252 - Small Changes that Lead to Big Impact with Abby Calabrese
Do you feel the pressure to do it all?As women, we so often feel an unspoken expectation to be able to handle all the things that need to be done as a mom, as a wife, and in our workspaces, without complaint or skipping a beat.If you’ve felt that pressure to do all… the... things, you my friend are not alone. In this episode, Abby Calabrese, an executive coach for high-achieving female professionals, breaks down how we deal with the stress of life as modern-day women. She has developed a method for women to recalibrate their lives and reclaim fulfillment.Don’t miss the turn in our conversation about our coping mechanisms for stress and how being sober-curious has been a game changer for both of us. 3 things you’ll learn:Why it's better to take action than miss out by not even tryingHow the amount of stress we are under as women to "do it all" leads to burnoutThe impact of alcohol on the nervous systemConnect with Abby:IG: @abbycalabresecoachAbbyCalabrese.comThis Naked Mind by Annie Grace<<< SAVE YOUR SPOT - ENERGY UPGRADE MASTERCLASS >>>TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ!BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE CALL WITH MICHELLEASK MICHELLE A QUESTION!REGULATION RESOURCESFB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom CollectiveJOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM:@itsmichellegrosser“I love The Calm Mom Podcast!” ← if that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support more women, just like you, on their motherhood journey. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

May 7, 2024 • 31min
251 - Snapping at Your Kids? 3 Strategies to Help You Keep Your Cool
Learn how to keep your cool as a parent by regulating your nervous system and emotions. Discover practical strategies to widen your 'window of tolerance' and avoid snapping at your kids. Explore the impact of somatic cues on emotional responses and the importance of building a resilient nervous system for improved parenting.

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May 3, 2024 • 50min
250 - The Spiritual Solution to People Pleasing with Tanya Engesether of The Grace Filled Leader
Do you have a pattern of people-pleasing?When’s the last time you said yes when you really wanted to say no? Taken on more than you had the bandwidth for? Worried about whether someone was upset with you?Here’s the thing friend, there’s a cost to keeping everyone around you happy.Tanya Engesether knows how people-pleasing and seeking approval can be an express ticket to burnout. As a Christian Certified Life Coach and host of The Grace Filled Leader podcast, she teaches women how to release the guilt of prioritizing a healthy nervous system over pleasing others and how to make space for grace in all areas of our lives.3 things you’ll learn:Clues that you might be a people pleaserHow to break the habits of approval-seeking and people-pleasingHow to release the guilt of setting new boundariesConnect with Tanya:IG: @tanyaengesetherGraceFilledLeader.comFree Grace FIlled Leadership Discovery Call<<< SAVE YOUR SPOT - ENERGY UPGRADE MASTERCLASS >>>TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ!BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE CALL WITH MICHELLEASK MICHELLE A QUESTION!REGULATION RESOURCESFB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom CollectiveJOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM:@itsmichellegrosser“I love The Calm Mom Podcast!” ← if that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support more women, just like you, on their motherhood journey. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

Apr 30, 2024 • 26min
249 - Anxious or Irritated? Stop Trying to be Calm and Try This Instead
Have you ever been angry and someone told you to “just calm down”?Or have you ever experienced anxiety and tried to calm your body with a moment of stillness, but it just seemed to make you feel worse?Oftentimes, when we’re in our sympathetic nervous system feeling anxious or angry, trying to calm down by taking deep breaths or meditating can be really uncomfortable. It’s not what our body needs at the moment. In today’s episode, you’ll learn what your nervous system actually needs to process and release the stress, anxiety, and anger of fight-or-flight.These body-based exercises will help you close the stress cycle and naturally come back to calmness in an unforced way.<<< SAVE YOUR SPOT - ENERGY UPGRADE MASTERCLASS >>>TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ!BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE CALL WITH MICHELLEASK MICHELLE A QUESTION!FB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom CollectiveJOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM:@itsmichellegrosser“I love The Calm Mom Podcast!” ← if that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support more women, just like you, on their motherhood journey. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

Apr 26, 2024 • 43min
248 - Sleep Science: Navigating the Mind-Body Connection for Better Sleep with Devin Burke
When was the last time you got a good night’s sleep?Or maybe a better question is when was the last time you woke up feeling truly restedDo you have a hard time falling asleep or staying asleep?Today’s guest is Devin Burke of the Sleep Science Academy. Devin walks us through his holistic approach to helping people stop suffering and start sleeping. Quality sleep is so much more than the duration. Devin teaches us how much sleep we really need, how to identify the quality of our rest, and how to track and optimize our sleep habits,3 things you’ll learn:Strategies and holistic approaches to eliminate insomnia naturallyNavigating the mind-body connection for better sleepTips and habits for cultivating sustainable sleep patterns, emphasizing the importance of consistency and personalized routinesConnect with Devin:IG: @devinburkewellnessTheSleepAcademy.com<<< SAVE YOUR SPOT - ENERGY UPGRADE MASTERCLASS >>>TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ!BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE CALL WITH MICHELLEASK MICHELLE A QUESTION!REGULATION RESOURCESFB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom CollectiveJOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM:@itsmichellegrosser“I love The Calm Mom Podcast!” ← if that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support more women, just like you, on their motherhood journey. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

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Apr 23, 2024 • 26min
247 - Beyond Burnout: Top 3 Reasons You Feel Fried
Are you running on empty? Maybe you know the feeling - brain fog, forgetfulness, irritability, anxiety, loss of motivation - you’re just plain exhausted. But how did you get to this point? It didn’t happen overnight. So, what are the biggest contributing factors?In today’s episode, you’ll learn 3 of the most common reasons why women are feeling fried. I’ve got easy-to-identify patterns that might be leading to your burnout, and simple ways to start healing. <<< SAVE YOUR SPOT - ENERGY UPGRADE MASTERCLASS >>>TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ!BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE CALL WITH MICHELLEASK MICHELLE A QUESTION!FB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom CollectiveJOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM:@itsmichellegrosser“I love The Calm Mom Podcast!” ← if that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support more women, just like you, on their motherhood journey. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

Apr 19, 2024 • 36min
246 - The Truth About Birth Control, Stress, & Hormone Imbalances with Dr. Tabatha Barber, The Gutsy Gynecologist
Has birth control (or something else) prescribed by your OB/GYN had a lasting impact on your health & wellness?Have you known something was off with your hormones, only to be told that your labs are fine?Have you ever been concerned about weight gain, but been told that you just need to exercise more and eat less?If so, you’re not alone.In this episode, triple board-certified OB/GYN, Dr. Tabatha Barber, joins us to share her expertise in gynecology, hormonal health, and functional medicine and bust some myths we’ve been led to believe about our gynecological health. 3 things you’ll learn:Common myths still perpetuated by OBGYNs regarding hormones, birth control, diet, body image, and the real cause of gynecological issuesHow to tap into your body’s innate ability to heal itself and thriveThe connection between fasting, faith and balancing our hormonesConnect with Dr. Tabatha:IG: @thegutsygynocologistDrTabatha.comFast to Faith<<< SAVE YOUR SPOT - ENERGY UPGRADE MASTERCLASS >>>TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ!BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE CALL WITH MICHELLEASK MICHELLE A QUESTION!REGULATION RESOURCESFB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom CollectiveJOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM:@itsmichellegrosser“I love The Calm Mom Podcast!” ← if that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support more women, just like you, on their motherhood journey. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

Apr 16, 2024 • 25min
245 - 5 Ways to Calm an Overactive Nervous System
Do you have an overactive nervous system?Symptoms of a nervous system stuck in fight or flight can include chronic anxiety, insomnia, headaches, and a clenched jaw/muscle tension. An overactive nervous system may even affect your gut health, immune system, and fertility.But how do you calm an overactive nervous system and regain a sense of calm?In today’s episode, I’ve got 5 ways to start healing your nervous system with simple, practical, body-based solutions that can move you out of nervous system dysregulation and back to feeling peaceful and energized. <<< SAVE YOUR SPOT - ENERGY UPGRADE MASTERCLASS >>>TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ!BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE CALL WITH MICHELLEASK MICHELLE A QUESTION!FB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom CollectiveJOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM:@itsmichellegrosser“I love The Calm Mom Podcast!” ← if that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support more women, just like you, on their motherhood journey. Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<