Carissa Explains It All

Let’s redefine women’s health by shifting the narrative from medical conditions that need fixing to trusting these phases as a natural part of life. Learn how to confidently navigate menstruation and menopause by trusting your intuition and embracing your body’s rhythms, rather than resisting these natural processes. In this episode, I'll dive into the power of nutrition and movement as tools to work with your body, not against it, along with the importance of self-advocacy and the emotional connection to movement. Discover why women's health is important, explore common women's health issues, and understand the critical role of mental health in your overall well-being. You can honor your body, reclaim your health, and thrive in every phase of life.

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Thrive from Within: A Holistic Approach to Gut Health: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/thrive-from-within

DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa is not a doctor, therapist, or medical professional. The information in this show is not meant to diagnose or treat any health condition. It is meant for entertainment and educational purposes only.

In this episode, we're diving into how your identity influences your daily actions and how small, intentional behaviors can shape the person you want to become. We'll talk through how to break free from limiting beliefs, take inventory of your current habits, and start making conscious choices that align with your future self. Whether you're looking to change your fitness routine, mindset, or lifestyle, discover practical steps to shift your identity and create lasting change.

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Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/

Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/

FREE Resources: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/resources

Book a Session: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5fb53e672a98231248274b2f/bookings

Virtual Dance & Mobility classes (live & on demand): https://www.zumba.com/p/coachcar222

Mindful Eating Bundle: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/mindful-eating-bundle

Thrive from Within: A Holistic Approach to Gut Health: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/thrive-from-within

Food & Mood Journal: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/offers/FPiZJPfW/checkout

DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa is not a doctor, therapist, or medical professional. The information in this show is not meant to diagnose or treat any health condition. It is meant for entertainment and educational purposes only.

In this episode, I'm chatting with my friend, Emily Bronaugh, a coach dedicated to helping women tackle burnout in the workplace. We explore the physical symptoms of burnout, including emotional exhaustion, and discuss the stages of burnout that impact productivity. Learn to recognize the signs of burnout and discover how hiring support can aid in your recovery. Emily shares insights on the unrealistic expectations in our society and the importance of effective delegation to reclaim your energy.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed or seeking ways to enhance your work-life balance, this episode offers actionable strategies to help you thrive. Tune in to start recognizing burnout and take steps toward restoring balance!

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Connect with Emily:

Website: https://www.worthofwork.com/

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Free 30-min consulting sessions: https://calendly.com/worthofwork/consultation

Connect with Carissa:

Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/

FREE Resources: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/resources

Book a Session: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5fb53e672a98231248274b2f/bookings 

DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa is not a doctor, therapist, or medical professional. The information in this show is not meant to diagnose or treat any health condition. It is meant for entertainment and educational purposes only.

In this episode, we explore the true benefits of signing up for nutrition and fitness challenges beyond just physical transformation, and how they can actually help you build intuition. From building discipline and willpower to pushing past your comfort zones, these challenges offer other lifelong lessons that go far deeper than aesthetics. Discover how committing to hard things can help you build a deeper relationship with your body, learn what it truly needs, and develop a sense of trust in its abilities. Plus, see how the skills you gain translate into all areas of life—from personal growth to professional success.

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Thrive from Within: A Holistic Approach to Gut Health: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/thrive-from-within

Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/

Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/

Book a Session: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5fb53e672a98231248274b2f/bookings

Virtual Dance & Mobility classes (live & on demand): https://www.zumba.com/p/coachcar222

DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa is not a doctor, therapist, or medical professional. The information in this show is not meant to diagnose or treat any health condition. It is meant for entertainment and educational purposes only.

In this episode, I explore the powerful connection between emotions and exercise. Join me as I discuss how listening to your body and emotions can transform your workouts, helping you move past all-or-nothing thinking and learn to trust your intuition. I’ll guide you through a series of reflective questions designed to help you check in with yourself and determine the types of workouts that are best for you on any given day.

Listen in to discover how to integrate these practices into your fitness routine, build a deeper relationship with your body, and embrace movement as a tool for emotional and mental wellness.

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Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/

Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/

FREE Resources: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/resources

Book a Session: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5fb53e672a98231248274b2f/bookings

Virtual Dance & Mobility classes (live & on demand): https://www.zumba.com/p/coachcar222

Primary Secrets for Healthy Digestion: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/primarysecrets

Mindful Eating Bundle: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/mindful-eating-bundle Thrive from

Within: A Holistic Approach to Gut Health: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/thrive-from-within

Food & Mood Journal: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/offers/FPiZJPfW/checkout

DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa is not a doctor, therapist, or medical professional. The information in this show is not meant to diagnose or treat any health condition. It is meant for entertainment and educational purposes only.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the powerful link between strength training and mental resilience. We’ll talk about how pushing your body can seriously level up your mental toughness, help you manage stress, and boost your confidence—both in and out of the gym. I’ll also share how sticking to my workout routine helped me handle life’s challenges with more grit. Tune in for my story and some tips on how you can do the same!

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Thrive from Within: A Holistic Approach to Gut Health: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/thrive-from-within

Virtual Dance & Mobility classes (live & on demand): https://www.zumba.com/p/coachcar222

Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/

Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/

DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa is not a doctor, therapist, or medical professional. The information in this show is not meant to diagnose or treat any health condition. It is meant for entertainment and educational purposes only.

I'm sitting down in this one with my friend Emily Bronaugh. Join us as she shares her journey from fighting with body image issues and dieting to finding balance through intuitive eating. We'll dive into how paying attention to your body's signals can lead to lasting health and weight loss, and break down the science behind it in a way that’s easy to understand.

In this episode, we cover:

- Emily's history with dieting and negative body image

- How intuition and mindfulness can guide nutrition and exercise

- Dropping from the logical brain into the present moment for better body awareness

- The connection between stress and weight loss, and strategies to navigate it

- The physiological and biological reasons why intuitive eating works for sustainable weight loss

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Connect with Emily:

Web: https://www.worthofwork.com/

Instagram: @emilybronaugh https://www.instagram.com/emilybronaugh/

Connect with Carissa:

Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/

Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/

FREE Resources: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/resources

Book a Session: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5fb53e672a98231248274b2f/bookings 

In this episode, we're diving into the gut-brain connection and how it ties into nervous system regulation.

I'm covering:

- What the nervous system is

- The role of the vagus nerve

- How the gut-brain connection works

- How stress affects digestion and gut health

- Simple nervous system regulation techniques you can start using today

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Let's connect!!

- Thrive from Within: A Holistic Approach to Gut Health: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/thrive-from-within

- Virtual Dance & Mobility classes (live & on demand): https://www.zumba.com/p/coachcar222

- Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/

- Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/

DISCLAIMER: This show is for educational purposes only. Carissa is not a doctor, therapist, or medical professional. The information in this show is not meant to diagnose or treat any health condition. It is meant for entertainment and educational purposes only.

In this episode, I’m diving into the whole food tracking vs. food journaling debate and what it really means for your relationship with food and your body. As a holistic health coach, I’m all about exploring the messy, beautiful complexities of being human and how it shows up when we're setting health goals for ourselves. Join me as I share my take on how these different approaches can shape your journey to better health, plus some personal tips and examples to help you figure out what works best for you. Let’s get into it!

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Food & Mood Journal: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/offers/FPiZJPfW/checkout 

Mindful Eating Bundle: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/mindful-eating-bundle 

Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/

Web: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/

FREE Resources: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/resources

Book a Session: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5fb53e672a98231248274b2f/bookings

Virtual Dance & Mobility classes (live & on demand): https://www.zumba.com/p/coachcar222

Reaching our goals comes with a change in how we identify ourselves, which also means facing our fears - something that's not often talked about when considering health and fitness goals.

In this episode, we'll go over:

- What is identity and how it shifts over time

- Why identity is important when working towards a goal

- Facing fears in order to find the answers

- Practical steps to making an identity change

- Importance of self-compassion

- The role of identity in motivation

Let's get deep!

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Thrive from Within: A Holistic Approach to Gut Health: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/thrive-from-within

Primary Secrets for Healthy Digestion: https://www.creative-wholistics.com/primarysecrets

Join me on Instagram: @coachcar_ https://www.instagram.com/coachcar_/

Virtual Dance & Mobility classes (live & on demand): https://www.zumba.com/p/coachcar222

Book a Session: https://my.practicebetter.io/#/5fb53e672a98231248274b2f/bookings