In this episode of the Ms. Michaela Mae Show, Michaela gets real about one of the biggest blocks keeping people off camera and out of the game — body image insecurities. After a difficult season that included grief, emotional eating, and feeling completely depleted, Michaela shares the mindset shifts helping her show up anyway, even when she doesn't feel ready. She opens up about body dysmorphia, the difference between self-hate and self-love as motivators, and why she's committed to documenting her transformation in real time — for herself and for anyone who needs to see it.

Michaela also breaks down the simple, budget-friendly daily habits that have dramatically improved her energy levels in just a few weeks — including hot lemon water for liver and kidney support, kelp for natural iodine and thyroid balance, magnesium citrate for sleep and stress, and morning pages journaling for mental clarity. She discusses why she's shifting away from all-or-nothing thinking and moving toward self-compassion as the foundation for sustainable change.

If you've been waiting until you look a certain way to start showing up — this episode is for you.

LINKS & RESOURCES

• Natural Calm Magnesium Citrate — available on Amazon and at most health stores — https://amzn.to/4uEuN7O
• Kelp supplement — available on Amazon (approx. $16.99 for a 90-day supply) and at Fred Meyer/Kroger stores — https://amzn.to/4nXw72Y
• Higher Up Wellness 100-Day Speaking Challenge — search "Higher Up Wellness" on social media
• Morning Pages journaling method — three pages of free writing first thing in the morning. Get the Artist's Way by Julia Cameron — https://amzn.to/4f8xKZk
• The Barn Off of Colfax Lane by Michaela Mae — https://amzn.to/4wVvVoR
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