
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

Apr 21, 2023 • 19min
119 – You Might Be Making These Costly Mistakes That Are Throwing Your Nervous System Out of Balance
Your consumption habits are vital to the health and regulation of your nervous system. And I’m not just talking about the food you eat! In today’s episode, I coach you through nourishing habits that support and sustain your body and your nervous system. These habits include what you eat, the water you consume, the sleep you get, and the overall sense of peace in your environment. You’ll also learn habits of discernment that you really want to avoid for top neurological fitness. These are habits that are harmful to the nervous system and actively throw it out of balance. If after listening to this episode, you choose to avoid these bad habits, you’ll quickly notice an increase in nervous system balance. REGISTER FOR THE FREE MOM BRAIN MASTERCLASS – Powerful Strategies for Anxiety, Overwhelm, & Burnout TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ! FB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom Collective JOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM: @michellegrosser.coach “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. — >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

Apr 19, 2023 • 43min
118 - Secrets of Supermom: How to Find Work-Life Balance While Bringing Our Dreams to Life with Lori Oberbroeckling
I know you want a fulfilling career (or side hustle/passion project), while also wanting to feel present and connected to you family. Same girl, same. In today’s episode, Lori Oberbroeckling, a wife, mama of four, and corporate leader, teaches us how we can have an extraordinary home & career, and be extraordinarily happy all at the same time. Lori wrote Secrets of Supermom: How Extraordinary Moms Succeed at Work and Home & How You Can Too! to share tips, strategies, and quick wins for moms like you who want it all. Three things you’ll learn in this episode: How to effectively prioritize your time as a working mom Strategies for moms trying to manage work-life balance and are feeling overwhelmed Why it’s ok (even good) for our kids to see us working To connect with Lori, head to: ·— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

Apr 17, 2023 • 19min
117 – You Might Be Missing a Key Piece to Your Health Puzzle! Why You Must Have Neurological Fitness Before Can Have Physical or Emotional Health
The state of our nervous system either increases the power, or limits the range, of all our thoughts and behaviors. It’s the foundation upon which every aspect of our health and wellbeing is built. As a result, our level of neurological fitness significantly influences the way we experience the world around us. So, what does it mean to be “neurologically fit”? Practically, it might mean our kids have a meltdown over breakfast and it doesn’t derail our morning. It might mean when we get tough news, and we can analyze it with perspective instead of spiraling out of control. It might be how we get out of the loop of procrastination and follow through on our goals. Being neurologically fit also refers to our ability to adapt to changes in our environment and gracefully respond to the demands of life and motherhood. You don’t want to miss this episode. No doubt, our resilience and adaptability as high-achieving moms is our superpower – and it all stems from a regulated nervous system. REGISTER FOR THE FREE MOM BRAIN MAST— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

Apr 14, 2023 • 19min
116 – Hate to Break It to You, but Focusing on Mindset Work Won’t Get You Where You Want to Go. Here’s Why…
How much work have you done to grow and change your mindset? Probably quite a bit, right? And it’s awesome, but here’s the thing - you can’t outthink a dysregulated nervous system! So, the things you’re experiencing that you want to grow and heal from – whether it’s procrastination, people pleasing, anxiety, overwhelm, or burnout – you can’t get to the root of any of these if your sole focus is mindset work. That’s because most of our nerves run from our body up to our brain (not the other way around). So, we’re best served to focus on healing and releasing stored stress and trauma in our body because our body dictates most of the messaging running our day-to-day lives. In today’s episode, you’ll learn why mindset work should only be a part of our growth and healing, and why body-based approaches are so powerful. If you’re ready to level up, it’s time to get out of your head and into your body! REGISTER FOR THE FREE MOM BRAIN MASTERCLASS – Powerful Strategies for Anxiety, Overwhelm, & Burnout TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ! FB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom Collective JOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM: — >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

Apr 12, 2023 • 52min
115 - What Does It Take To Be a Zen Parent? The Power of Self-Awareness and Mindfulness in Motherhood with Cathy Adams of Zen Parenting Radio
Ready for powerful mindset shifts today? You’re in the right place. In today’s episode, guest Cathy Cassani Adams shares so much wisdom and truth. She’s on a mission to make the world a more civil and compassionate place, by promoting self-awareness, connection and mindfulness. That’s a mission we all can get behind, right? Cathy is a clinical social worker, parenting coach, and co-host of the Zen Parenting Radio podcast where she and her husband explore self-awareness through a lens of love & humor. For those of us who can sometimes struggle to find moments of Zen in motherhood, the practical advice and encouragement Cathy shares in this episode is right on the money. We discuss self-awareness, parenting triggers, mindfulness, curiosity, connection, relationships, self-compassion – and so much more. Don’t miss this one, friends! — >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

Apr 10, 2023 • 20min
114 – Hard Truth: Our Kids Can’t Be Calm Unless We Are. What You Need to Know About Co-Regulation
Throughout some of the hardest moments of motherhood, a powerful reminder I’ve often repeated to myself is “peace begins with me.” We’re connected to those around us - we all have an impact on each other’s nervous systems. One of the greatest opportunities we have as parents is to grow our neurological fitness, so we can help our kids regulate their nervous system and model how to return to a state of calmness through the ups and downs of life. In today’s coaching, you’ll learn how co-regulating and modeling regulation for our children allows us to hold space for their emotions and empowers our kids to safely express themselves in a healthy way. REGISTER FOR THE FREE MOM BRAIN MASTERCLASS – Powerful Strategies for Anxiety, Overwhelm, & Burnout TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ! BOOK A 1:1 UNSTUCK SESSION WITH MICHELLE FB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom Collective JOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM: @michellegrosser.coach “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. — >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

Apr 7, 2023 • 22min
113 – Want to Feel Calmer? Make Sure Your Nervous System Gets These THREE Things Each Day
It’s been a busy week here at the Grosser home! 😵💫 As a result, I noticed that I was starting to feel anxious and overwhelmed by all the demands on my time and energy. So, I took it back to the basics and gave my nervous system the three things that all nervous systems need to stay balanced. Doing these three things each day increases our nervous system’s resilience and ability to shift from anxious & overwhelmed to calm & collected. In today’s coaching, you’ll learn how you can intentionally give your nervous system the 3 things it needs each day for peak nervous system health and regulation. REGISTER FOR THE FREE MOM BRAIN MASTERCLASS – Powerful Strategies for Anxiety, Overwhelm, & Burnout BOOK A 1:1 UNSTUCK SESSION WITH MICHELLE TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ! FB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom Collective JOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM: @michellegrosser.coach “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 5, 2023 • 46min
112 - Exhausted by Your Mental Load? Dr. Morgan Cutlip on How to Set Boundaries and Ask for Support
What’s been on your invisible list lately? It’s that mental load you carry of all the things you do that might go unnoticed, but keep everything running smoothly for your family. The appointments being made, the toilet paper that magically replenishes itself, the meals that are planned, the gifts that are bought – managing the weight of this mental load can take its toll on our physical and emotional health. Today’s guest, relationship expert Dr. Morgan Cutlip, has helped hundreds of thousands of people worldwide learn how to form and maintain healthy relationships. In this episode, Dr. Morgan explains the warning signs of parental burnout, and how we can get better at identifying and expressing our needs. She also shares scripts and tips for how we can ask our partners for help in a way that doesn’t start WWIII. Three things you’ll learn in this episode: How to recognize the signs of parental burnout — >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

Apr 3, 2023 • 26min
111 – Ignoring What Your Body is Trying to Tell You? Pay Attention to These 10 Warning Signs of Burnout
Burnout can show up in some unexpected ways. For years, I assumed the level of exhaustion I felt was just a normal part of being a busy mom. I didn’t know the warning signs of burnout, so I didn’t see it coming until it was too late. In today’s episode, we explore the difference between being tired and being burned out, and I coach on how chronic stress impacts our nervous system and can lead to burnout. Have you experienced any of these warning signs of burnout? Shoot me a DM on IG or in The Calm Mom Collective FB Group and let’s talk about it. REGISTER FOR THE FREE MOM BRAIN MASTERCLASS – Powerful Strategies for Anxiety, Overwhelm, & Burnout TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ! BOOK A 1:1 UNSTUCK SESSION WITH MICHELLE FB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom Collective JOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM: @michellegrosser.coach “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 💌 <<<

Mar 31, 2023 • 30min
110 - Why Am I Like This?! How The 3 States of Our Nervous System Affect Motherhood, Health, and Productivity
We often talk about health and fitness as it relates to our mental or physical health, but when was the last time that you paid attention to your neurological fitness? There are so many benefits to having a balanced and regulated nervous system. Improved mood and emotional balance? Yes, please! Increased creativity? Sign me up! Reduced stress, anxiety, and overwhelm? No brainer! Better sleep and a healthier gut? Please and thank you! In today’s episode, I explain the benefits of neurological fitness and how the 3 primary nervous system states and Polyvagal Theory can help you better understand and manage your anxiety, overwhelm, stress, and burnout. BOOK A 1:1 UNSTUCK SESSION WITH MICHELLE TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ FB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom Collective JOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM: @michellegrosser.coach “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.” — >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<