If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t have time to focus on my health right now,” this episode is for you.

I’m sitting down with Dr. Valerie Hertzog, a medical doctor, wellness coach, and mom of three who helps high-performing women optimize their health, navigate hormonal transitions, and reclaim their energy through sustainable, evidence-based habits.

Valerie’s story is powerful — while in med school, she developed an autoimmune condition that completely changed the way she approached health. What started as a stressful, chaotic chapter became the foundation for how she now helps other moms balance their well-being while managing busy lives and businesses.

In this conversation, we dive deep into why stress isn’t just an annoying feeling — it’s a biological force that affects everything from your sleep to your hormones — and how simple, strategic shifts can change everything.

💡 Here’s What You’ll Learn in This Episode

* The four foundational pillars of health that every busy mom should know.

* Why stress shows up in physical ways (and how to recognize the signs before burnout hits).

* Simple, doable strategies to manage stress in the middle of a busy day — even if you only have five minutes.

* How to tell the difference between “good” stress that fuels growth and the kind that harms your health.

* Why guilt, overwhelm, and “all-or-nothing” thinking keep so many women stuck — and how to break free.

* Tiny, realistic habit shifts that make a huge difference over time.

We also talk about mindfulness, movement, nutrition, and why you don’t need to overhaul your life overnight to make progress. This is all about small, sustainable steps — not another overwhelming list of “shoulds.”

Resources & Links Mentioned

* Connect with Dr. Valerie Hertzog: https://www.valeriehertzog.com

* Grab her free 4-Pillars Health Guide: https://valeriehertzog.myflodesk.com/healthassessment 

* Books mentioned: Healthy Habits Suck by Dayna Lee-Baggley, Atomic Habits by James Clear

If you’re ready to stop putting yourself last and start building habits that actually stick — without the guilt, stress, or burnout — this conversation is the perfect place to start.

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