Best Functional Freeze Podcasts (2025)

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why burnout isn’t your problem - functional freeze is 19:32

4d ago19:32

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The step-by-step reset for when you’re showing up but feel...meh. You’re technically working… You’re answering emails, showing up to meetings, doing the thing. But it all feels flat. You’re exhausted. Numb. Disconnected. And worse—you’re wondering if the problem is you. If that sounds familiar, this episode is for you. Inside, I break down: ✔ What …

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352 - 4 Sneaky Ways Fight, Flight, Freeze & Fawn Are Hijacking How You Communicate 41:27

1h ago41:27

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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 sna…

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274. How To Be Magnetic 29:00

3h ago29:00

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In this excerpt from the RISE Sisterhood teaching call this month, I share how to bring your energy back in to become more magnetic. I explain how we can really become more magnetic by paying attention to what we focus on - where our energy is going. Nervous system regulation will help us to prevent a lot of energy leaks, and I also give more tips …

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Season 3 Episode 17 - How to Romanticize Cooking (So That You Truly Enjoy It) 32:25

11h ago32:25

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In this week’s episode of The Life of a Bon Vivant, Beeta dives into the topic of cooking as an act of self-care. Beeta shares ways to feel more inspired to cook and how to make the experience enjoyable from kitchen to table. Whether you've fallen out of the habit or just never quite found your rhythm with cooking, this episode offers a warm, encou…

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From Gut Feeling to Grid Work: How We Read Energetic Space 42:04

2d ago42:04

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Hi, friends! It’s Natalie and Stephanie, and this week we’re diving into a powerful topic that every empath, intuitive, and high-vibe human needs: how to read energy in a space without absorbing it. ✨ You know that feeling when you walk into a room and instantly want to bolt—or maybe you feel fine going in but leave completely drained? This episode…

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351 – 7 Underrated Self-Care Habits That Actually Help You Heal (Backed by Science) 28:10

4h ago28:10

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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 un…

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Building Bold Ideas: Bring Your Vision to Life - 110 - Jade Navega 41:04

1d ago41:04

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Hey you guys, welcome back to the podcast! I’m your host, Victoria Jacklyn Evans, Radical Self-Care Guide, speaker, author, and community builder. Today, I’m joined by the incredible Jade Navaga, a visionary community builder, entrepreneur, and mother who is deeply dedicated to creating spaces where connection and purpose thrive. Jade is the founde…

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350 - 4 Signs You’re Out of Fight-or-Flight and Your Nervous System Is Actually Healing 22:17

3d ago22:17

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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, bu…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 178: IVF as a Pathway 9:41

4d ago9:41

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Have you ever wondered what good could come out of your infertility/ IVF Journey? Join me today as I explore IVF as a potential pathway to a more intentional life—if and when you're ready to see it that way.

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Season 3 Episode 16 - What a Bad Experience at Monoprix Taught Me 29:58

4d ago29:58

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In this week’s episode of The Life of a Bon Vivant, Beeta shares a personal story that at first glance seems like a simple case of poor customer service—but reveals the emotional toll of navigating cultural differences when living abroad and standing up for yourself in situations where you're treated unfairly. This episode isn’t just a recount of w…

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273. Taurus New Moon Energy 25:39

5d ago25:39

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It's a new moon in the sign of Taurus! This new moon is SOOOO JUICY - we are closing the eclipse portal we were just in, and this is a sacred intent timeline - So paying attention to our fate, and our destiny is KEY right now! We are in a BIG DESTINY GATE - so learning what we value, what we want, thinking about our long term goals - thinking about…

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272. How Real Self-Care Changes Your Life - with Cassandra Juniphant 34:44

5d ago34:44

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Audrey sits down with Cassandra Juniphant—author, coach, and founder of Ori Ara—to talk about the real meaning of self-care. Beyond green juices and gym memberships, Cassandra shares how learning to nourish your body, rest deeply, and honor your seasons of life can completely change how you move through the world. They dive into: How Cassandra’s bo…

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The Guilt Trap: Break Free from the Chains 32:55

10d ago32:55

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Hey everyone — welcome back to another week of High Heels to Happy Feels! And this week, we’re getting real about something we’ve both been wrestling with: saying NO — and the massive guilt that can come with it. Natalie opens up about hitting a breaking point at work, finally saying "no" to being overloaded — but then facing an avalanche of guilt …

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271. Red Flags in Friendships 28:24

6d ago28:24

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Today, we're having a real talk about friendship red flags — the ones that sneak up on you even when you’re trying to see the good in people. I’m sharing a personal story about walking away from friendships, how it triggered my nervous system, and why it’s completely normal to feel guilt, grief, and anxiety when you outgrow connections. We’ll talk …

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349 - The Weight of Beautiful: RHONJ’s Jackie Goldschneider on Healing Anorexia, Body Image, and Turning Pain into Purpose 39:25

11d ago39:25

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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 eatin…

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348 - Are These 3 Mistakes Making Your High-Functioning Anxiety Worse? (And What to Do Instead) 28:19

10d ago28:19

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High-functioning anxiety looks like you're killing it. You’re answering the texts, running the meetings, managing all the moving pieces, smiling and saying “I’m good”... ...all the while your nervous system is stuck in overdrive. It doesn’t “look” like anxiety. But it might feel like: Overthinking every decision Trouble sleeping, even when you’re d…

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Season 3 Episode 15 - Embracing Uncertainty and Trusting the Process 22:50

11d ago22:50

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In this week’s episode of The Life of a Bon Vivant, Beeta dives into the messy, often uncomfortable space of uncertainty, where the future feels foggy, plans feel wobbly, and nothing seems set in stone. Speaking from her own experience of living abroad, running a business, and navigating life off the traditional timeline, she shares how uncertainty…

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Twin Flames: Hot Mess or Holy Grail? We Spill the Tea. 46:26

17d ago46:26

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Hey everyone, and welcome back to High Heels to Happy Feels! This week, we unpacked the often talked-about concept of "twin flames." While many believe it's about finding that one destined soulmate, we wanted to share our deeper perspective, drawing from our own spiritual journeys. We explored how the idea of a twin flame, as a perfect spiritual ma…

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347 - 3 Body-Based Tools to Shift Out of Fight-or-Flight (Fast) 34:47

14d ago34:47

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Ever feel like your mind & body are stuck in overdrive? It's not just “anxiety.” It's your nervous system trapped in fight-or-flight. And you can't think your way to feeling better. In today’s episode, we’re diving into 3 powerful somatic tools that calm your stress response—fast. Think: science-backed, zero-fluff techniques that get your body back…

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270. Reclaiming Your Feminine Energy - with Kyla Gagnon 48:16

16d ago48:16

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If you’ve ever felt like you’re crushing it on the outside while slowly burning out on the inside — this one’s for you. In today’s powerful convo with Kyla Gagnon, we dive deep into why so many women are stuck in survival mode and how nervous system regulation, breathwork, and reconnecting with your feminine energy can completely shift your life. F…

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Leading From Within - 109 - Liliana Santizo 37:09

16d ago37:09

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Joining me today is the incredible Liliana Santizo, a soulful strategist and leadership guide whose work truly embodies what it means to lead from the inside out. Born in Guatemala and raised in New York, Liliana brings deep roots in community advocacy, people development, and values-based coaching. Her work bridges inner alignment with outer impac…

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269. This Will Steal Your Joy So Fast - Here's How We Can Fix It 20:57

20d ago20:57

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I can't wait to share with you all of the details about a regulated nervous system - why we need this, and how to achieve this - in my upcoming free masterclass on April 29. Grab your spot at www.helloaudreyrose.com/reset ✨✨ Ready To Rise Fam! ✨✨ 💻 Watch This Episode on YouTube: Catch all the behind-the-scenes bloopers and unedited moments over on …

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268. What is a Regulated Nervous System? 15:40

19d ago15:40

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I can't wait to share with you all of the details about a regulated nervous system - why we need this, and how to achieve this - in my upcoming free masterclass on April 29. Grab your spot at www.helloaudreyrose.com/reset ✨✨ Ready To Rise Fam! ✨✨ 💻 Watch This Episode on YouTube: Catch all the behind-the-scenes bloopers and unedited moments over on …

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346 - Tired, Anxious, and Overwhelmed? The Step-by-Step Process to Heal Burnout and Regulate Your Nervous System 31:41

17d ago31:41

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If you’ve tried everything—therapy, time-blocking, supplements, mindset work—but still wake up tired, wired, and stuck in survival mode… this episode is your turning point. I’m walking you through the exact 7-step framework I teach inside The Burnout Recovery Blueprint to help high-achieving women regulate their nervous system and actually feel bet…

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Season 3 Episode 14 - A Year in France 1:00:55

18d ago1:00:55

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In this week's episode of The Life of a Bon Vivant, Beeta reflects on her first full year of living in France. Beeta shares a deeply personal and honest look at what life abroad has really been like from navigating the French visa system (including her elusive profession libérale visa) to adjusting to the slower pace of French living and all the un…

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WTF Anxiety! Tools, Truth & Techniques That Help 56:14

24d ago56:14

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In this week’s episode, we sat down to talk about something that shows up for all of us at one point or another—anxiety. We shared personal stories, spiritual insights, and the exact tools we lean on when anxiety starts to creep in. We talked about how anxiety often shows up when we’ve been ignoring our emotions, and how simple awareness can be the…

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267. The Pink Moon Portal - Full Moon in Libra 25:45

25d ago25:45

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In this special Full Moon in Libra episode, we're diving into the energy of April 2025's Pink Moon—and how it's calling you to release emotional clutter, rebalance your relationships, and return to inner peace. If you’ve been feeling emotionally overwhelmed, unappreciated, or disconnected from your needs, this full moon is your invitation to soften…

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345 - Tips for Balancing Hormones & Boosting Energy with Leisha Drews of Happily Hormonal 32:08

21d ago32:08

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Tired all the time? Mood all over the place? Period wrecking your week? But every time you get your labs done, it’s the same thing: “Everything looks normal.” 🙄 This week on The Calm Mom, I’m joined by Dr. Leisha Drews—a hormone expert and functional medicine practitioner who’s here to say: you’re not crazy, and you’re not broken. As the host of th…

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344 - 3 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Your Energy (Proven Strategies for Chronic Fatigue) 33:10

24d ago33:10

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If you’re waking up tired, dragging through your day, and barely making it to bedtime without snapping or crashing… You might not have a time management issue or even a sleep issue. 💥 You likely have a nervous system issue. In this episode, we’re breaking down what’s actually draining your energy (spoiler: it’s not your to-do list)—and 3 science-ba…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 177: IVF & Doomscrolling 12:07

29d ago12:07

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Doomscrolling during IVF can feel like a desperate search for control, but often, it only fuels anxiety and self-doubt. Join me as I break down why we do it, how it shows up (even with positive content), and practical ways to break the cycle and reclaim your peace.

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Season 3 Episode 13 - Romanticize Your Life: Finding Beauty in the Everyday 23:05

27d ago23:05

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In this week's episode of The Life of a Bon Vivant, Beeta dives into the true meaning of romanticizing your life, not through grand gestures or picture-perfect aesthetics but by bringing intention and joy into everyday moments. She shares simple yet powerful ways to elevate ordinary routines, inspired by the French approach to finding beauty in the…

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Stay Calm, Stay High: 10 Tips to Keep Your Vibes High Amid the Chaos 29:35

30d ago29:35

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In this week's episode of High Heels to Happy Feels, we jump right in to discussing how to manage your energy amidst chaos and shifting global and personal energies. We explore how to normalize stress and maintain alignment with your energy, especially as Mercury and Venus move direct in the coming weeks, and as global tensions rise. Here are the 1…

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343 - 7 Ways to Tone Your Vagus Nerve and Build Real Stress Resilience 24:05

28d ago24:05

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Ever feel like your mind and body just can’t chill—no matter how much lavender oil, deep breathing, or “self-care” you try? You might be missing the real MVP of nervous system regulation: your vagus nerve. It’s not just some wellness buzzword. The vagus nerve is your nervous system’s on switch for calm—and if it’s not firing well, neither are you. …

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You’re Not Lazy: You’re In Functional Freeze - 108 8:41

1M ago8:41

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Ever beat yourself up for being “lazy” when you can’t get things done, no matter how much you want to? This episode will change the way you see it. Join author and radical self-care mentor Victoria Evans as she unpacks the lie of laziness and introduces a powerful reframe: Most procrastination isn’t laziness, it’s a nervous system in survival mode.…

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how to generate energy in the morning (even if you hate mornings) 31:50

1M ago31:50

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If you hate mornings—or just feel like you’re dragging yourself through them—this episode is for you. We all know the feeling. Waking up tired, stressed, or already overwhelmed by the day ahead. And if your mornings feel like a sprint you didn’t sign up for, it’s time to change the game. In this episode, I’m breaking down my exact morning routine t…

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342 - 5 Signs You’re Parenting in Fight-or-Flight—and How to Shift Out of Survival Mode 24:14

1M ago24:14

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You love your kids. But lately? You feel irritated, overstimulated, and straight-up overwhelmed. This isn’t just “normal mom stress.” You’re likely parenting from survival mode—with a nervous system stuck in overdrive. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the 5 signs that you're parenting in fight-or-flight—and what to do when the chaos feels cons…

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Season 3 Episode 12 - How to Stop Living in the Past or Future 23:02

1M ago23:02

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In this week's episode of The Life of a Bon Vivant, Beeta dives into the power of staying present and how easily we can get lost in memories of the past or dreams of the future. She shares personal moments of nostalgia and future longing, reflecting on how these thought patterns can take us away from appreciating the now. Beeta explores techniques …

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Using Tools...Intuitive or Avoidance? 31:45

1M ago31:45

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We mellowed out BIG TIME this week after last week's craziness, but we needed something calm to discuss! We'll kick-it-up again next episode. 😊 Welcome back to High Heels to Happy Feels! In this week’s episode, we dive into a spirited (pun intended!) debate on a juicy topic: Are spiritual tools like tarot, astrology, and runes helping you align wit…

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341 - You Are Not a Hypochondriac: Understanding Hypothyroidism and Autoimmune Diseases with Dr. Heather Stone 37:25

1M ago37:25

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You know something’s off—your energy is tanked, your moods are all over the place, and your body feels like it’s waving a red flag. But every time you get your labs done? “Everything looks normal.” 🙄 You’re not imagining things. And you’re definitely not a hypochondriac. In today’s conversation, I’m joined by Dr. Heather Stone—a functional medicine…

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Radical Self-Care Season Starts Now (And I Brought Snacks). 5:35

1M ago5:35

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We’re back, baby. And we’re doing things very differently. In this season opener, Victoria Evans, radical self-care mentor and recovering perfectionist, unpacks why “self-care” isn’t just candles and skincare. From the burnout badge of honor to the martyr complex, we’re dismantling it all. Expect journal prompts, real talk, nervous system wisdom, a…

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266. Why Mindset Work Alone Isn’t Working 17:25

1M ago17:25

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You’re doing all the things—meditating, reading the self-help books, setting the goals… so why don’t you feel different? The truth is, you can’t think your way into transformation. If you’re stuck in the same cycles of self-sabotage, emotional numbness, or functional freeze, it’s not because you aren’t trying hard enough—it’s because your subconsci…

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Money And The Nervous System with Kate Northrup 46:42

1M ago46:42

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In this episode, Kate Northrup and I cover a multitude of subjects, ranging from belief systems and dreams to personal and business growth. Golden Nuggets: [00:03:45] Embracing Less for More: Tthe inception of the less-is-more philosophy, triggered by personal changes and the challenges of balancing life and work. [00:12:15] Strategies for Sustaina…

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340 - 5 Habits I Stopped Doing to Heal My Nervous System & Balance My Cortisol 35:14

1M ago35:14

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If you’ve been trying to balance your hormones, fix your fatigue, or finally regulate your nervous system—but still feel like a burnt-out zombie in yoga pants—it might not be what you are doing… It might be what you need to stop. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on 5 sneaky habits I cut out that made a massive difference in how I feel—…

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Bonus: Aries New Moon - March 29 20:25

1M ago20:25

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Episode Summary: It’s time for fresh starts, bold action, and fearless energy! The Aries New Moon is here, bringing the ultimate cosmic reset. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac, ruled by Mars, making this New Moon one of the most powerful for setting intentions, taking action, and stepping into your personal power. In this episode, we’ll dive i…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 176: IVF & Emotional Muscle Memory 22:59

1M ago22:59

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Emotional muscle memory shapes how we react to infertility and IVF, often keeping us stuck in cycles of fear and disappointment. In this episode, we’ll explore how it works, why it happens, and how you can retrain your emotional reflexes to work for you instead of against you.

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Season 3 Episode 11 - Have You Heard of SkinnyTok? 36:05

1M ago36:05

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In this week's episode, Beeta dives into the viral TikTok trend known as "SkinnyTok." She unpacks the nuances of the trend, highlighting both its problematic aspects and the valid discussions it sparks about diet and weight loss. Beeta reflects on her own experiences around body image as well her personal approach to losing weight and striving for …

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265. Mastering Your Nervous System's Reset Button 15:52

1M ago15:52

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Ever feel like stress lingers in your body way longer than it should? Like your mind knows things are fine, but your body just won’t chill out? That’s because your nervous system has a reset button—but most of us were never taught how to use it. Today, we’re diving into: Why some people stay stuck in fight-or-flight (or numb out completely) The fas…

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Jesus, Politics, & the Price of Truth 53:35

1M ago53:35

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Disclaimer! This week we go way off our normal and talk religion and politics...you've been warned! 😁 Hey friends! This week on High Heels to Happy Feels, we're chatting about something that’s been on our minds lately: spirituality and religion, more specifically Christianity and politics! We’ve been noticing a huge shift in the world, with more an…

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339 - Morning Meditation: Grounded, Grateful, and Energized 12:46

2M ago12:46

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Ever wake up and feel like your brain is already going a mile a minute—kids, work, schedules, the endless to-do list? This guided meditation invites you to start your morning differently—to wake up grounded, grateful, and energized. In just a few minutes, you’ll: Anchor into a deep sense of calm and presence Cultivate gratitude to shift your mindse…

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264. Living In Tune - With Liz Roberta 39:50

2M ago39:50

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What if your dream life was already waiting for you—you just had to align with it? In this powerful conversation, Audrey sits down with Liz Roberta, bestselling author of Living in Tune, to talk about reconnecting with your intuition, releasing societal “shoulds,” and creating a business and life that feels aligned, joyful, and abundant. If you’ve …

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