Real Wellness

“I’ll have more energy next week.”

I told myself that over and over during my burnout years.

And I believed it every time.

But what if your exhausted brain is picking your thoughts for you?

In this episode, you’ll learn a simple 5-step process to notice, question and rewrite the beliefs that are keeping you stuck.

You’ll discover:

• Why burnout makes negative thoughts feel like facts
• How naming a thought helps calm your brain’s alarm system
• What to do when a thought keeps looping and logic goes out the window

Listen now, and start choosing your thoughts back.

This is Part 2 of 3: The 5 Systems I Use to Beat Burnout

Thanks for being here. This podcast is for you - the busy professional who wants the energy and wellness to have it all.

Got questions? Reach out to me at [email protected]

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When I went through burnout, I thought I would have to spend the rest of my life holding back on my dreams.

But what if exhaustion was never about chasing "too hard" on your dreams... but about the systems you haven’t built yet?

In this episode, you’ll get 3 simple systems that let you push hard when you need to, without heading back toward burnout.

You’ll discover:

• How being your own butler (a planned day, a packed lunch) quiets the mental noise that pulls your focus
• Why a morning and evening “bookend” routine keeps you in a strong mental and physical state
• The early warning sign that you’re heading toward burnout
• A 60-second step you can take tonight so you don’t walk into a “tornado” tomorrow

Listen now, and start building the systems that let you go all in again.

This is Part 1 of 3: The 5 Systems I Use to Beat Burnout

Got questions? Reach out to me at [email protected]

This podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants the energy and wellness to have it all.

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You can walk 4 miles at the gym with no problem. So a weekend hike should be easy, right?

Not quite.

Most people train for the climb. But the trouble usually happens on the way down.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Whether you really need more stamina for a 4–8 mile day hike, or if your walking base is already enough
• Why the descent is where most hiking falls happen, even on easy, marked trails
• What you need to keep steady on uneven ground. (Hint - it's not stronger quads)
• How just 3 weeks of small, focused training can improve your balance and protect your ankles
• 3 simple moves to add to your week, starting with just 5 minutes

You’ll walk away (pun intended) knowing exactly what to train first, so you can enjoy the trail, keep up with friends and family, and feel strong all the way back to the car.

Lace up and listen. Your next adventure starts now.

Questions? Reach out to me at [email protected]

This podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants the energy and wellness to have it all.

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Your high-energy routine doesn't have to look the same when you're on the road for work.

It just can't disappear.

Whether it's one conference or a full season of travel, here's how to keep your energy steady from the moment you leave until you're back home.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The non-negotiables that keep you feeling like yourself, even when travel changes everything else
• One flight-booking habit that protects your sleep
• How to match your work to the setting, whether a 3-hour drive or the airport gate
• How to plan home recovery, so home doesn't become a second job
• What a client learned when her bag was lost on a 10-day overseas trip... and the science behind rolling with it

You'll walk away knowing the best step to take on your next trip.

Missed Part 1? Listen to The Business Travel Checklist That Protects Your Energy.

Got questions? Reach out to me at [email protected]

This podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants the wellness and energy to have it all.

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Heading into a busy season of conferences, sales meetings, or client visits?

The right prep means you arrive energized, not drained.

This isn't a list of chargers and passports, though, yes, you need those ;-).

It's a checklist for how to increase your energy and lower your travel stress.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The 3 areas to organize before any trip
• What a pilot who flies himself to referee NFL games packs to eat well every weekend
• How to let your AI or assistant gather travel plans and meeting documents, so you show up with what you need
• How to sort your workload before you leave: do, delegate, delay, delete
• Why deleting a conference you really want to attend can be the smartest energy decision you make

You'll walk away with one small step to take before your next trip, whether it's a single conference or a full season of travel.

Follow Real Wellness so you don't miss Part 2: staying energized on the road and recovering well when you're home.

Questions: Reach out to me at [email protected]

This podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants the energy and wellness to have it all.

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Your energy dips after 40, so now your supplement shelf is full of guesses. Aging actually starts at 35.

Here's where to start.

In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why the energy dip in your 40s means it's time to act now, not someday
• The PANACEA: 5 basic supplements for healthy adults over 40, and what each one does for you
• Why your turmeric may be "doing squat" (only 2–5% of it is curcumin)
• When the brand matters a lot, and when it doesn't
• A simple scale that shows how strong the science is behind any supplement
• How to match supplements to what you want: more energy, a sharper brain, steadier blood sugar

You'll walk away able to:

• Replace guesswork with a short, evidence-based list
• Build energy for the life you're living now and the adventures still ahead

Dr. Sandra Kaufmann is my guest. She is a cell biologist and a practicing anesthesiologist who trained at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Kaufmann has written two books on aging, which you can find on her website below. She also lectures on longevity around the world.

Note: The PANACEA is meant for healthy adults over 40. Talk with your doctor first, especially if you have a medical condition or take medications.

To connect with Dr. Kaufmann -

• Explore Dr. Kaufmann's research: kaufmannprotocol.com
• Work with Dr. Kaufmann: kaufmannlongevity.com

Questions? Email me at [email protected]

This podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants the energy and wellness to have it all.

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Brain fog, low focus, trouble concentrating ... most of the time, it's not a mystery.

It's what's on your plate.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The 3 goals your brain needs from nutrition: less inflammation, more antioxidant protection, and the building blocks for neurotransmitters
• The 4 nutrients you're probably already getting right, and how to make sure they're actually working for your brain
• The 3 nutrients most people never think about, and when they're worth a real conversation with your doctor
• Why "healthy" and "brain-optimized" aren't always the same thing

You'll walk away knowing exactly what to eat, what to ask about, and what to stop guessing on.

This episode is part of the September Supplements series — helping you make informed, personalized decisions instead of chasing whatever's trending.

Got questions? Reach out to [email protected]

This podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants the energy and wellness to have it all.

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Ever feel foggy, tired, or achy and just chalk it up to getting older? It might not be aging.

It might be chronic inflammation behind the scenes, running the show.

In addition to the powerful things you'll learn about turmeric (check those out below), you'll learn HOW to THINK about supplements. The questions to ask. And why many supplements on the shelf don't deliver what they claim.

In this episode, you'll hear from an expert turmeric researcher (as in "got her PhD with turmeric) to learn what chronic inflammation is actually costing your brain, your energy, and your body.

You'll discover:

• Why "aging symptoms" like brain fog, joint pain, and fatigue are often inflammation in disguise
• The real difference between kitchen-grade turmeric and medicinal-grade curcumin
• How much is too much: what "more isn't better" actually means with turmeric dosing
• Who should NOT take turmeric, and why (this one matters)

If you've ever wondered whether that supplement in your cabinet is actually doing anything — this episode will change how you shop for every supplement, not just turmeric.

Special offer: Use code REALWELLNESS for 15% off at Fusionary Formulas.

Questions? Reach out to [email protected]

This podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants the energy and wellness to have it all.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever felt exhausted or wanted to boost your brain power, so you headed down the supplement aisle.

Then you got overwhelmed with all of the claims on all of the bottles.

Maybe you found one that had all the right ingredients... and it still did nothing?

I've been there.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why a supplement with the "right" herbs can still fail you completely
• What one simple blood test revealed about a friend's exhaustion — and why she'd been avoiding it
• The one question to ask before buying your next supplement

You'll walk away knowing how to stop guessing and start choosing supplements that actually fit your body.

We're kicking off a full month on personalized, evidence-based supplementation.

Got questions? Reach out to me at [email protected]

This podcast is for you: the busy professional who wants the energy and wellness to have it all.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever start a new habit with the best intentions, only to watch it fizzle out in two weeks?

The problem might not be discipline. It might be that you're trying to build the habit the wrong way for your wiring.

In this episode, you'll hear from certified executive coach Kristi Hope, who specializes in understanding personality, to break down why the same habit strategy works for one person and completely fails for another.

You'll learn ...

• what personality actually is, and why understanding your own patterns changes how habits stick for good.
• a simple breakdown of the Big Five personality traits, plus an introduction to Principles You, a free, more nuanced assessment.
• why copying a naturally high-energy coworker's routine can actually lead you straight into burnout.

Plus, you'll walk away with a personality-first lens, so the habit finally fits you, instead of you forcing yourself to fit the habit.

If you've ever felt like you're "bad" at sticking with habits, this episode will show you it was never about willpower — it was about wiring.

To reach out to Kristi, head to [email protected]

Got questions? Email me at [email protected]

This podcast is for you: a busy professional who wants the wellness and energy to have it all.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.