Best Functional Freeze Podcasts (2025)

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Nx and Machine Learning in Elixir with Sean Moriarity 44:21

6h ago44:21

44:21

Today on Elixir Wizards, hosts Sundi Myint and Charles Suggs catch up with Sean Moriarity, co-creator of the Nx project and author of Machine Learning in Elixir. Sean reflects on his transition from the military to a civilian job building large language models (LLMs) for software. He explains how the Elixir ML landscape has evolved since the rise o…

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288. 7 Tiny Rituals That Build Big Joy 17:35

10h ago17:35

17:35

In this episode of Ready to Rise, Audrey shares the everyday happiness rituals that helped her climb out of depression, anxiety, and deep emotional exhaustion—and how they still support her today. From a meaningful morning coffee routine to collecting travel mugs that spark joyful memories, these are small but powerful rituals you can start using t…

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Happiness Challenge Day 4 - What if happiness starts with play? - with Brittany Ellis 33:26

10h ago33:26

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Brittany Ellis, licensed therapist, author of Sacred Self-Care, and founder of To Be Well Therapy. Brittany brings a grounded, holistic lens to anxiety, emotional healing, and inner joy—especially for high-achieving women. We talk about how childhood experiences shape our adult patterns, why self-awareness is essen…

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Reactive to Regulated: How Neurodivergent Moms Can Stay Calm In The Chaos & Avoid Burnout 29:57

1d ago29:57

29:57

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Kate Moryoussef, host of the award-winning ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, to discuss the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent mothers. Both diagnosed in their 40s, Kate and I share authentic insights about self-acceptance, burnout prevention, and how to be the calm anchor for our families. Key To…

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Happiness Challenge Day 3 - From Burnout to Soul Alignment - with Susan Gates 28:34

1d ago28:34

28:34

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Susan Gates, transformation and soul purpose coach, breathwork facilitator, and host of Avoiding Average Podcast. She helps high-achieving women reconnect with their joy, purpose, and true self—especially after burnout. We talk about her personal journey from corporate engineering to soul coaching, and how practice…

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363. Summer Solstice 2025: Closing Karmic Cycles | Energy Forecast 21:45

2d ago21:45

21:45

Lessons from the Summer Solstice 2025 Theme: Closing karmic cycles It’s time to end karmic cycles. You might notice obvious endings where past patterns are have been coming to a close. Sometimes these endings are a long time coming and other times it’s sudden. But these endings are low key… a RELIEF. Karmic circles represent lessons to be learned. …

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Happiness Challenge Day 2 - Healing with EFT - with Sophia Graniela 26:53

2d ago26:53

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Sophia Graniela, EFT Tapping Mentor and host of Her Journey Home Podcast. She shares her personal journey of overcoming self-abandonment, addiction, and emotional disconnection—and how EFT helped her return to her body, her truth, and her joy. We explore the science and soul of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)—why…

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364 - Why You Keep Breaking Your Boundaries (and How to Stop) 29:08

2d ago29:08

29:08

You set the boundary. And then… you broke it. Again. You knew what to say. You meant it when you said it. So why did it feel so hard to actually hold the line? In today’s episode, we’re unpacking why boundaries often don’t stick—and spoiler: it’s not a willpower problem. It’s a nervous system problem. Whether it’s a boss who steamrolls your calenda…

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Happiness Challenge Day 1 - The 8 Pillars of Happiness & The Truth About Dopamine Hits - with Jessica Lyonford 35:44

3d ago35:44

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Friends! We are kicking off our 5 day Happiness Challenge with the one and only, Jessica Lyonford! In this episode, I’m joined by Jessica Lyonford, founder of Project More Happy and bestselling author of The Happy Leader Playbook. We talk about what happiness really is (hint: it’s not just feeling good all the time), how to rewire your brain with s…

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287. Creating Sunshine - with Sarah Arvizu 36:37

4d ago36:37

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Audrey sits down with Sarah Arvizu, host of the Creating Sunshine Podcast, to talk about resilience, mindset, and how she’s navigating one of the hardest seasons of her life - stage 3 triple-negative breast cancer. Sarah shares her raw journey through divorce, single motherhood, and a life-changing diagnosis, all while choosing joy and creating mom…

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Ep. 87 | The Real Reset Your Body Needs Now 10:21

3d ago10:21

10:21

If you’re doing all the “right” things—eating clean, working out, cutting back on sugar—but still feeling bloated, exhausted, and stuck in a body that won’t respond… this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth no one’s telling you: Midlife requires a different kind of reset. In this episode, Cindi breaks down: Why discipline and restriction s…

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363 - 4 Habits for a Productive Morning That Rewire Your Brain for Focus & Energy 26:48

6d ago26:48

26:48

If your morning routine feels more like a crash course in chaos than calm… this episode is for you. You don’t need another 17-step overhaul. You need a few small shifts that actually stick. In this episode, we’re talking about why most morning routines don’t work for high-achieving women—and what neuroscience says to do instead. Think less hustle, …

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Unlock Your Best Skin Ever (Naturally) - 113 - Marie Claude 39:40

7d ago39:40

39:40

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by skincare, unsure what’s actually helping (or hurting) your skin, or frustrated by the endless beauty marketing that makes you feel like more is better, this episode will feel like a breath of fresh, radiant air. I’m joined by the brilliant Marie-Claude Marion: holistic skincare expert, former L’Oréal trainer, and …

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LangChain: LLM Integration for Elixir Apps with Mark Ericksen 38:18

7d ago38:18

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Mark Ericksen, creator of the Elixir LangChain framework, joins the Elixir Wizards to talk about LLM integration in Elixir apps. He explains how LangChain abstracts away the quirks of different AI providers (OpenAI, Anthropic’s Claude, Google’s Gemini) so you can work with any LLM in one more consistent API. We dig into core features like conversat…

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286. Meditation & Manifestation - with Jacquelyn Vasquez 49:58

8d ago49:58

49:58

Audrey sits down with manifestation mentor and money mindset coach Jacquelyn Vasquez (@thepursuittohappy) for a no-BS conversation about rewiring your thoughts, releasing old emotional patterns, and making abundance your default setting—not just a dream. Together, they dive into how meditation, EFT tapping, NLP, and subconscious rewiring work to ac…

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362 - Tired But Wired? 4 Nervous System Shifts That Actually Help You Rest & Recharge 29:04

10d ago29:04

29:04

You’re wiped, but wired. Exhausted, but your brain won’t quit. You want to rest—but your body says, not yet. That buzzing, edgy, can’t-sit-still feeling? It’s not a mindset problem. It’s a nervous system stuck in survival mode. In this episode, we’re unpacking the real science behind the tired but wired paradox—and why slowing down might feel anyth…

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285. 11:11 Moon Portal 25:53

10d ago25:53

25:53

Full Moon in Sagittarius - The June Full Moon is here — and it’s lighting up your inner truth-teller. In this episode, we explore the core energy of Sagittarius and why this full moon might have you craving freedom, truth, and a total mindset reset. If you’ve been feeling restless, disillusioned, or ready to leap — you’re right on time. We’ll cover…

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284. Unlocking Happiness Through Nervous System Regulation 49:50

11d ago49:50

49:50

In this powerful solo episode, Audrey Rose — somatic life coach, registered nurse, and host of the top 1.5% global podcast Ready to Rise — opens up about her own journey through burnout, emotional numbness, and what she discovered was actually keeping her from feeling happy, even when life looked perfect on paper. If you’ve ever said “I should be h…

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Ep. 86 | Why Cortisol-Not Calories-is Keeping Your Body Stuck in Menopause Survival Mode 13:46

10d ago13:46

13:46

Why Cortisol—Not Calories—is Keeping Your Body Stuck in Menopause Survival Mode If you’ve been cutting carbs, working out harder, and doing everything “right”—but the scale still won’t budge—this episode is for you. In this no-fluff deep dive, Cindi breaks down the real reason weight gain is so common during the menopause transition: cortisol. You’…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 181: IVF and Longing 20:58

11d ago20:58

20:58

Join me today as we explore the quiet ache of longing that so often accompanies infertility and IVF. This episode is an invitation to gently name, understand, and reframe the yearning we carry—reminding ourselves that the ache isn’t a problem to fix, but a reflection of just how deeply we love and hope.…

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361 - Take 2 Minutes: Boost Your Joy with Daily Gratitude Practices Backed by Science with Marc Fussell 40:26

14d ago40:26

40:26

If you’ve ever felt guilty for struggling because “you should be grateful,” this one’s for you. Because real mental wellness isn’t about pretending everything’s fine. It’s about having science-backed tools that help you navigate the real stuff—burnout, anxiety, parenting stress, and all the emotions in between. In this episode, I’m joined by Marc F…

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283. Unlocking Trauma Healing: EMDR, Polyvagal Theory, and the Safe & Sound Protocol - with Danielle Sampson 33:26

14d ago33:26

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In this episode, Audrey is joined by trauma therapist and nervous system expert Danielle Sampson, LCSW, for a deep, insightful conversation about somatic healing, EMDR therapy, and the Safe and Sound Protocol. If you’ve ever felt stuck in stress cycles or wondered why traditional talk therapy isn’t enough, this episode breaks down the science behin…

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Blue Heron: Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for Elixir & Nerves with Connor Rigby 46:16

15d ago46:16

46:16

Connor Rigby joins the Elixir Wizards to talk about Blue Heron BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) support for Elixir apps. Blue Heron implements the BLE specs in pure Elixir, leveraging binary pattern matching and concurrent message processing to handle Bluetooth protocols. Unlike most solutions that require C ports or NIFs, Blue Heron runs entirely in use…

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The Mental Health Cost Of Productivity Culture On Neurodivergent Kids 47:59

15d ago47:59

47:59

In this powerful episode of The Autism ADHD Podcast, I sits down with social worker, educator, and author Stephanie Malia Krauss to explore how our society's obsession with productivity can be dangerous for the mental and physical health of neurodivergent children. The good news is that Stephanie and I walk you through practical strategies that mak…

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The High Cost of 'I'm Fine': The Truth About High-Functioning Anxiety and Invisible Depression 1:01:44

15d ago1:01:44

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Most women don’t look like they’re falling apart—even when they’re struggling to stay afloat. We keep it all going: raising kids, showing up for work, taking care of everyone else—while silently carrying stress, grief, trauma, and anxiety. And all that holding it together? It comes at a cost. In this heart-opening episode of On Health, Aviva sits d…

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360 - Do You Have High Cortisol? 4 Science-Backed Ways to Reset Your Body’s Stress Response 32:09

17d ago32:09

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If your body feels like it's stuck in overdrive—wired, tired, inflamed, and just plain off—it might not be just stress. It could be high cortisol. In this first episode of Alive & Well, we’re pulling back the curtain on your body’s main stress hormone. Because if you’ve been walking around feeling anxious, foggy, overstimulated, or exhausted by 2 p…

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282. If You’ve Ever Googled “Why Don’t I Feel Confident?” 19:32

18d ago19:32

19:32

In this episode, Audrey Rose—Registered Nurse and Somatic Life Coach—unpacks why confidence is not a mindset problem, it’s a nervous system state. If your body still panics when you're visible, if you spiral after being seen, or if you feel flat or checked out in high-stakes moments, you're not broken—you’re dysregulated. You'll learn: Why confiden…

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Ep. 85 | Bubble Baths Won't Fix Burnout: Real Stress Solutions for Menopause 10:59

17d ago10:59

10:59

Bubble Baths Won’t Fix Burnout: Real Stress Solutions for Menopause 🔗 Episode Summary: If one more person tells you to “just relax” or “take a bubble bath,” you might scream. Because when you’re in the thick of menopause—juggling fatigue, mood swings, sleep issues, and weight changes—a bubble bath isn’t going to fix what’s really going on. In this …

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359 - Not a Morning Person or is it Actually AM Anxiety? Signs You Might Be Waking Up in Fight-or-Flight (and What to Do About It) 30:08

21d ago30:08

30:08

If you wake up already anxious, overstimulated, or feeling behind—you’re not imagining it. Mornings can be brutal when your nervous system is stuck in survival mode. And no amount of coffee, planners, or morning routine hacks will fix what’s really happening in your body. In this episode, we’re unpacking what’s actually going on when mornings feel …

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Microdosing Rituals & Womb Healing - 112 - Leslie Draffin 42:33

22d ago42:33

42:33

If you’ve ever felt shame around your body, your pleasure, or your emotions, this episode will feel like a breath of fresh, sacred air. I’m joined by the powerful Leslie Draffin: somatic guide, microdosing mentor, and womb mystic who helps midlife women reclaim their worth, heal trauma, and live lit-up lives. We talk about: How shame disconnects us…

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Zigler: Zig NIFs for Elixir with Isaac Yonemoto 43:00

21d ago43:00

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In the Season 14 premiere, hosts Dan Ivovich and Sundi Myint chat with Isaac Yonemoto, creator of the Zigler library, to explore how Zigler brings Zig’s performance and safety to Elixir through Native Implemented Functions (NIFs). Isaac walks through the core design of Zigler and how it auto-generates the Elixir-to-Zig bridge, enforces type safety,…

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281. Why You Don’t Feel Confident (Even When You Look Like You Have It All Together) 13:22

22d ago13:22

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You look like you’ve got it all together. The schedule. The job. The vibe. But inside? It still feels off. In this raw and honest episode, Audrey Rose—Registered Nurse and Somatic Life Coach—breaks down why looking competent isn’t the same as feeling confident… and how nervous system dysregulation is the missing piece no one’s talking about. If you…

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358 - 5 Burnout Red Flags Every Perfectionist Needs to Know 29:01

24d ago29:01

29:01

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 o…

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280. Embodiment Practice for Confidence, Attraction, and Alignment 13:22

25d ago13:22

13:22

Learn why high-achieving women lose confidence — even when they’ve done the mindset work, crushed their goals, and look totally put together. If you’ve ever walked into a room and suddenly felt small, this is for you. In this powerful episode, you’ll learn: The real reason you don’t feel confident (hint: it’s not a mindset issue) How nervous system…

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Ep. 84 | From Freeze Mode to Full-On Burnout: How to Finally Calm the Chaos in Your Body 11:31

25d ago11:31

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From Freeze Mode to Full-On Burnout: How to Finally Calm the Chaos in Your Body 🔗 Episode Summary: Feeling like you’re either frozen in place or constantly on edge—but never calm? You’re not alone. In today’s episode of It’s Not Just Menopause, I’m breaking down what’s really going on when your nervous system is stuck in survival mode—and why it ma…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 180: IVF and the Righting Reflex (For Loved Ones) 15:19

25d ago15:19

15:19

Join me as I speak directly to the loved ones of those navigating IVF, unpacking the well-meaning but often unhelpful “righting reflex” and offering compassionate ways to truly support someone through infertility.

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279. Gemini New Moon 24:20

26d ago24:20

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This is such a beautiful time for intention setting and getting more clarity on who we are, and who we are becoming. The Gemini New Moon is reminding us how our thoughts shape our world. It's having us take a pause so we can get clear on our inner narratives and creating some strategy in quiet as we think about how to reach our next set of goals. ✨…

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357 - Restoring Our Girls: How to Authentically Connect with Your Daughter in the Way She Actually Needs with author, Cathy Cassani Adams 57:21

28d ago57:21

57:21

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 ex…

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278. Confidence Secrets - with Mary Beth Newell 34:46

29d ago34:46

34:46

In this inspiring episode of Ready to Rise, Audrey Rose is joined by registered nurse, author, and speaker Mary-Beth Newell—a wellness expert with 45+ years in healthcare and a passion for holistic aging. Together, they dive deep into realistic self-care, anti-aging rituals, and energy-boosting strategies for women, especially those in caregiving r…

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Reclaiming Postpartum: A New (Old) Model of Mama + Baby Care 1:00:10

29d ago1:00:10

1:00:10

What if the way we care for new mothers is all wrong? Not just lacking. Not just outdated. But built on a model that misses the heart and soul of what postpartum truly is — and what it could be. When I was a home birth midwife, postpartum care was the care. I'd visit mamas and babies at home five or six times in the first few weeks. We’d talk about…

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Denial to Dedication: A Father's Raw Truth About Autism Acceptance With Harry Psaros 29:12

29d ago29:12

29:12

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Harry Psaros, author of the Amazon bestseller "From Struggle to Strength: A Father's Journey with Autism and the Power of Hope and Positivity." Harry shares his personal journey of initially denying his son Gus's autism diagnosis and how he eventually became a passionate advocate in the community. He discu…

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356 - Overwhelm, Brain Fog, and Irritability? 10 Ways a Dysregulated Nervous System Shows Up in Your Body 35:54

1M ago35:54

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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 actual…

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277. Be Magnetic in Relationships 36:05

1M ago36:05

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I can't say this loud enough! Stop giving away your energy in all these relationships - it truly stops that flow of magnetism. ✨✨ Ready To Rise Fam! ✨✨ Nervous System Reset Free Masterclass: www.helloaudreyrose.com/reset 💻 Watch This Episode on YouTube: Catch all the behind-the-scenes bloopers and unedited moments over on YouTube! Subscribe Here 💖 …

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Ep. 83 | The Cortisol Rollercoaster: Fatigue, Insomnia, & What No One Told You About Menopause Sleep 13:22

1M ago13:22

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🎙 Ep. 83 | The Cortisol Rollercoaster: Fatigue, Insomnia & What No One Told You About Menopause Sleep Episode Summary: Are you dragging all day… but lying wide awake at night? That’s not just “getting older”—it’s the cortisol rollercoaster. In this episode, we break down why sleep struggles and extreme fatigue are so common in menopause—and why mos…

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355 - 7 Signs Chronic Stress Has You Stuck in a Functional Freeze Response 26:46

1M ago26:46

26:46

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) …

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Unpacking Perimenopause: Real Talk and Holistic Healing - 111 - Amita Sharma 28:17

1M ago28:17

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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 Amita Sharma, co-founder of NourishDoc, a global holistic wellness platform designed to support women through every stage of hormonal transition, from PMS to postmeno…

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Unmasking Moms: How Being Your Authentic Self Helps Your Neurodivergent Child Thrive 31:38

1M ago31:38

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In this episode of The Autism ADHD Podcast, I explore how mothers of neurodivergent children can embrace their authentic selves—quirks, sensitivities, and all—and why this is so powerful for modeling self-acceptance. I chat about the pressure to conform to the "good mom" ideal, the costs of masking, and practical strategies for living more authenti…

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354 - 3 Popular Wellness Trends That Might Be Dysregulating Your Nervous System 23:10

1M ago23:10

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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 le…

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IVF This Podcast Episode 179: IVF and Cognitive Distortions 28:29

1M ago28:29

28:29

Join me today as we unpack the most common cognitive distortions and how they show up in infertility and IVF—so you can spot them, soften them, and shift your inner narrative.

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Ep. 82 | Is Burnout the Real Reason You’ve Lost Your Motivation? 12:01

1M ago12:01

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If you’re feeling stuck, exhausted, or wondering where your motivation went—you’re not crazy, and you’re definitely not lazy. You’re burned out. In today’s episode of Nutrition Your Way, we’re diving into why chronic stress and cortisol overload hijack your brain, your metabolism, and your drive—and why midlife women are especially at risk. You’ll …

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