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In this episode of Fit for Real Life with Virginia, I’m chatting with Natalie Johnson of Home Begins With Love — a creator whose content feels like a warm hug for busy women everywhere.

Natalie is a homeschooling mom of five, and she built her platform not from a perfect plan, but from the real, everyday rhythms of family life. We dive into how she got started sharing homemaking online, what modern homemaking really looks like, and the mindset that keeps her grounded while juggling a full home and a growing family.

We talk about:

•  How she prioritizes family time without the stress
•  Practical routines and kitchen tips that actually work
•  Prep anyone can do to make meals more efficient, and versatile. 
•  Her approach to cooking simple, nourishing meals
•  How she structures her days while homeschooling five kids
•  Wellness habits that help her feel her best
• Her family's favorite dinner, her personal go to dinner, and her favorite snack after her kids go to bed

Plus, we do a fun lightning round where she shares her favorite gadgets, go-to meals, three ingredients she'd bring to a desert island, and her favorite family vacation.

This episode was so fun, and Natalie’s honest, realistic approach is a reminder that home doesn’t have to be perfect to be meaningful — it just needs to feel like love.

You can view our chat here on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/eXfcF593u4w

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In this episode, Virginia shares the day trip her family took to Sausalito — the same place she brought her daughter and friends this summer for a birthday alternative that turned out to be perfect. She breaks down why these mini-escapes matter, what they actually did, and how YOU can create your own easy, restorative getaway no matter where you live.

What We Cover:

• Why small, nearby escapes are powerful for your wellbeing
• The exact Sausalito itinerary: Bar Bocce → strolling → coffee → optional ferry
• How this trip created meaningful connection for her daughter and family
• The mindset shift of choosing simplicity over chaos
• Tips for planning your own 2–4 hour mini-reset
• Why “getting away” doesn’t need to mean “going far”

• Bar Bocce (Sausalito) Bar Bocce - pizza, bar and Sausalito waterfront hang out
• Sausalito–SF Ferry San Francisco to Sausalito or Tiburon Ferry Ticket 2025 - BOOK NOW
• Downtown Sausalito / Waterfront Walk Visit Sausalito | Official Tourism Site For Sausalito, CA

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Hey friend — welcome back to Fit for Real Life with Virginia! 🎄

This episode is all about breaking free from the all-or-nothing mindset — something that controlled my life for years, especially during the holidays. I’m sharing my personal journey, including a season when my mom spent over 45 days in the ICU, and how I learned that perfection isn’t possible — but doing the next supportive thing is.

You’ll discover:

• Why our brains love all-or-nothing thinking and how it keeps us stuck.
• How this mindset shows up during the holiday chaos — and what to do instead.
• My 1% Better Holiday Method for real-life consistency without losing the magic.
• The Right-Now Reset: a simple, actionable tool to stay steady no matter what life throws at you.

This episode is like chatting with a friend who’s been there, wants to lift the pressure, and help you feel capable, consistent, and joyful this holiday season. No perfection. Just real-life progress.

Find me on Instagram for daily life, tips and fun content: @wellness.with.virginia

Helpful Links:

Join my 21 Day Reset:

 https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/?aid=wellnesswithvirginia

Want to try a FREE workout and try my FAVORITE seasonal crock pot dishes?

• Free FASTer Way 30-Minute Workout: https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/workout-free?aid=wellnesswithvirginia
• Free Crockpot Meal Guide: https://www.fasterwaytofatloss.com/guide/crockpot-meals?aid=wellnesswithvirginia

My favorite high quality protein use this for a discount!

https://www.equipfoods.com/WELLNESSWITHVIRGINIA

I'd love and appreciate a 5 star review, and sharing my content with a friend who might love to listen!

Find me on Instagram for daily life, tips and fun content: @wellness.with.virginia

Helpful Links:

Join my 21 Day Reset:

https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/?aid=wellnesswithvirginia

Want to try a FREE workout and try my FAVORITE seasonal crock pot dishes?

• Free FASTer Way 30-Minute Workout: https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/workout-free?aid=wellnesswithvirginia
• Free Crockpot Meal Guide: https://www.fasterwaytofatloss.com/guide/crockpot-meals?aid=wellnesswithvirginia

My favorite high quality protein use this for a discount!

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Let me start with this: you do not need to be perfect to lose weight.

 In fact… perfection is probably the number one thing keeping you stuck.

I’ve worked with so many women who think they’ve ‘failed’ because they didn’t have the perfect day — the perfect meal — the perfect workout — the perfect start to the week.

 If that sounds familiar, today’s episode is for you.

Today, we’re diving into why chasing perfection might actually be keeping you stuck.

I’ll be honest — I spent years trying to do everything “perfectly.” Meal plans, workouts, tracking every bite, waking up at 5 a.m… you name it. And what happened? I burned out. I quit. Then I felt guilty. Sound familiar? Yeah, me too.

Find me on Instagram for daily life, tips and fun content: @wellness.with.virginia

Helpful Links:

Join my 21 Day Reset:

 https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/?aid=wellnesswithvirginia

Want to try a FREE workout and try my FAVORITE seasonal crock pot dishes?

• Free FASTer Way 30-Minute Workout: https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/workout-free?aid=wellnesswithvirginia
• Free Crockpot Meal Guide: https://www.fasterwaytofatloss.com/guide/crockpot-meals?aid=wellnesswithvirginia

My favorite high quality protein use this for a discount!

https://www.equipfoods.com/WELLNESSWITHVIRGINIA

I'd love and appreciate a 5 star review, and sharing my content with a friend who might love to listen!

Find me on Instagram for daily life, tips and fun content: @wellness.with.virginia

Helpful Links:

Join my 21 Day Reset:

https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/?aid=wellnesswithvirginia

Want to try a FREE workout and try my FAVORITE seasonal crock pot dishes?

• Free FASTer Way 30-Minute Workout: https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/workout-free?aid=wellnesswithvirginia
• Free Crockpot Meal Guide: https://www.fasterwaytofatloss.com/guide/crockpot-meals?aid=wellnesswithvirginia

My favorite high quality protein use this for a discount!

https://www.equipfoods.com/WELLNESSWITHVIRGINIA

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Welcome to Fit for Real Life with Virginia— the podcast for Gen X women who want to feel strong, confident, and energized without giving up real life.
I’m Virginia — Faster Way coach, mom of two, busy working professional, and your favorite travel-loving wellness bestie.

Here, we ditch perfection and obsession and focus on sustainable habits that actually fit your life. Whether you’re juggling meetings and middle-school drop-offs, rebuilding your wellness journey for the hundredth time, or simply craving balance in a noisy world — you’re in the right place.

On this podcast, we talk about simple nutrition, mindset shifts, metabolism truths, strength training, travel tips, and everything that helps you live your healthiest years right now, not someday.

So grab your coffee, your walking shoes, or your carry-on… and let’s build a life you love — one real-life habit at a time.

Find me on Instagram for daily life, tips and fun content: @wellness.with.virginia

Helpful Links:

Join my 21 Day Reset:

 https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/?aid=wellnesswithvirginia

Want to try a FREE workout and try my FAVORITE seasonal crock pot dishes?

• Free FASTer Way 30-Minute Workout: https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/workout-free?aid=wellnesswithvirginia
• Free Crockpot Meal Guide: https://www.fasterwaytofatloss.com/guide/crockpot-meals?aid=wellnesswithvirginia

My favorite high quality protein use this for a discount!

https://www.equipfoods.com/WELLNESSWITHVIRGINIA

I'd love and appreciate a 5 star review, and sharing my content with a friend who might love to listen!

Find me on Instagram for daily life, tips and fun content: @wellness.with.virginia

Helpful Links:

Join my 21 Day Reset:

https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/?aid=wellnesswithvirginia

Want to try a FREE workout and try my FAVORITE seasonal crock pot dishes?

• Free FASTer Way 30-Minute Workout: https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/workout-free?aid=wellnesswithvirginia
• Free Crockpot Meal Guide: https://www.fasterwaytofatloss.com/guide/crockpot-meals?aid=wellnesswithvirginia

My favorite high quality protein use this for a discount!

https://www.equipfoods.com/WELLNESSWITHVIRGINIA