Why does sex sometimes feel disconnected… even when you care about the person?

In Part 2 of this conversation, we go deeper into the connection between anxiety, shame, and intimacy—and how these patterns quietly shape your experience in relationships.

I’m joined again by Elana Auerbach, author of The Sure Thing, and we explore the layers most people avoid: the conditioning around sex, the pressure to perform, and the internal narratives that make it hard to fully relax and be present.

If you’ve ever felt in your head during intimacy, struggled to let go, or questioned why something felt “off” even when everything seemed right—this episode will open your eyes.

In this episode:

• How shame impacts your ability to experience intimacy
• The link between anxiety and disconnection during sex
• Conditioning and beliefs that shape your relationship with intimacy
• Why safety—not performance—is the foundation of connection
• How to start recognizing and shifting these patterns

This is the deeper layer of the conversation.

If you haven’t listened to Part 1, start there—this builds on everything we uncovered about anxiety, attraction, and relationship signals.

Wellness to Greatness: Anxiety Support for Women
Helping you understand your signals, build resilience, and create calm from the inside out.

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Find Elana Auerbach:

Website: ⁠https://surethingexperiment.com/⁠

FB: ⁠facebook.com/ElanaAuerbachAuthor⁠

IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/elana.auerbach/⁠ 

A free guided journey to deepen with your wild, sensual self and connect with your passion and desire, visit:

⁠https://guide.surethingexperiment.com/wild-sensual-self⁠

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Find Janelle Plamondon:

Instagram: ⁠@wellnesstogreatness⁠

Youtube: ⁠@WellnessToGreatness⁠

⁠www.wellnesstogreatness.ca

One hundred episodes later… and I can honestly say this journey changed my life.

In this special episode of Wellness to Greatness, I reflect on how this podcast started and where it is now — but knowing deep down I was meant to create something meaningful.

What began as a passion project became a Top 10% podcast worldwide… but the real transformation happened within me. That drove me to want to help women who feel overwhelmed, in survival mode, and constantly exhausted, who want to feel grounded and calm without sacrificing themselves and their careers in the process.

Today, I’m sharing:

• What 100 episodes taught me about consistency and growth
• Why so many women stay stuck in the “gray zone”
• The uncomfortable truth about investing in yourself
• How fear, uncertainty, and imperfect action can completely change your life
• Why I’m finally stepping into the next chapter and opening the doors to my membership community

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from yourself, or afraid to take the next step… this episode is for you.

✨ Doors are now open to my membership community for women ready to stop surviving and start leading their life with calm, clarity, and self-trust. DM "I'm in" to get the inside scoop!

Connect with Janelle Plamondon:

Instagram: ⁠⁠@wellnesstogreatness⁠⁠

Youtube: ⁠⁠@WellnessToGreatness⁠⁠

⁠⁠www.wellnesstogreatness.ca

Find your free 5-Minutes Reset Guide for Overwhelmed Moms | Women here !

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What if the “spark” you feel in a relationship… is actually anxiety?

In this episode, we dive into the difference between anxiety and true alignment in relationships—and why so many women mistake intensity, overthinking, and emotional highs for chemistry.

I’m joined by Elana Auerbach, author of The Sure Thing, to explore how relationship patterns are formed, how we disconnect from our inner signals, and why what feels familiar isn’t always what’s right.

If you’ve ever questioned your feelings, ignored your gut, or stayed in something that didn’t fully feel safe or clear—this conversation will shift your perspective.

In Part 1, we explore:

• The difference between anxiety and genuine connection
• Why “butterflies” can be misleading
• How conditioning shapes your attraction patterns
• The signals your body gives you (that you might be ignoring)

This is where awareness begins.

Part 2 dives deeper into shame, sexuality, and the hidden layers influencing your relationships—don’t miss it.

Find Elana Auerbach:

Website: https://surethingexperiment.com/

FB: facebook.com/ElanaAuerbachAuthor

IG: https://www.instagram.com/elana.auerbach/ 

A free guided journey to deepen with your wild, sensual self and connect with your passion and desire, visit:

https://guide.surethingexperiment.com/wild-sensual-self

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Find Janelle Plamondon:

Instagram: @wellnesstogreatness

Youtube: @WellnessToGreatness

www.wellnesstogreatness.ca

Anxiety isn’t random—it’s a signal.
But what happens when we react before we actually listen?

In this episode of Wellness to Greatness, I share a personal story that completely shifted how I view anxiety, body signals, and the way we respond to discomfort.

What started as a simple run to release stress turned into a powerful realization about how often we override what our body is trying to tell us—and the consequences that follow.

This conversation will help you move from reacting… to understanding.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why anxiety is not the problem—but a message
• The difference between reacting vs. responding to body signals
• How the fight, flight, freeze response shows up in everyday life
• What happens when you ignore signals and push through
• The power of the pause (and how to use it in real time)
• A simple question to help you understand what your body actually needs

Reflection question:

What is your body trying to tell you right now… and are you listening—or reacting?

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Connect with me:

If this episode resonated, send me a message on Instagram @wellnesstogreatness—I’d love to hear what came up for you.

Youtube: @WellnessToGreatness

www.wellnesstogreatness.ca

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If you’re enjoying Wellness to Greatness, take a moment to follow, rate, and review. It helps more people find these conversations and create their own shift from outer chaos to inner calm.

After becoming aware of EMFs and how technology may be impacting our homes in Part 1, the next question is… what can I actually do about it?

In Part 2 of this conversation, we shift from awareness into practical, realistic changes—without adding more stress or pressure to your life, because this isn’t about doing everything perfectly.
It’s about small, intentional steps that support your health, your home, and your family over time.

In this episode, we explore:

• Simple ways to reduce EMF exposure in your home
• What changes actually make a difference (and what doesn’t)
• How to approach this without fear or overwhelm
• The connection between technology, sleep, and stress
• What “doing enough” can look like in real life

If you’ve been curious about this topic but unsure where to start, this episode will help you take that next step—calmly and confidently.

Find Janelle:

Instagram: @wellnesstogreatness

Youtube: @WellnessToGreatness

www.wellnesstogreatness.ca

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Connect with Dr. Beverly Jensen:

Website: https://www.KidsAndEMF.com

Free EMF Protection Guide: https://kidsandemf.com/emf-protection-guide/

When life throws you into survival mode, it’s easy to react from anger, fear, and overwhelm.
But what if those emotions aren’t the problem… they’re signals?

In this raw, real-time episode, I share a personal experience that pushed me to the edge—and how I shifted from reactive chaos to grounded clarity.

You’ll learn how to stop using “cheap fuel” like anger and start responding from a place that actually supports you and your family.

This isn’t about bypassing hard emotions.
It’s about listening to them—so you can move forward with calm, intention, and resilience.

Inside this episode:

• Why anger feels powerful—but leads to burnout
• How to identify what your emotions are actually asking for
• A simple way to self-regulate in the middle of chaos
• How to shift from survival mode into clear, grounded action

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, reactive, or stuck in stress… this episode will help you find your way back to calm.

Find Janelle:

Instagram: @wellnesstogreatness

Youtube: @WellnessToGreatness

www.wellnesstogreatness.ca

Your free 5-Minute Reset Guide for Overwhelm HERE.

Most of us have heard about EMFs, radiation, and the impact of technology on our health… but it often becomes one more thing sitting in the background of an already full life.

In this conversation, we open the door to a topic many moms feel curious about—but unsure where to begin.

Without fear or overwhelm, this episode explores what EMFs actually are, why they’re being talked about more, and how they may be impacting our homes and children.

If you’ve ever thought, “I should probably look into this…” but haven’t yet—this is your starting point.

In Part 1, we explore:

• What EMFs and electromagnetic radiation actually are in everyday life
• Why this conversation is growing—especially around children’s health
• The reality of modern homes filled with wireless devices
• Why so many moms feel overwhelmed or unsure where to begin
• How to approach this topic with awareness instead of fear

In Part 2, we’ll move into simple, realistic ways to reduce exposure—without adding more stress to your life.

If this episode sparked something for you, share your thoughts or questions—I’d love to hear what stood out.____

Find Janelle:

Instagram: @wellnesstogreatness

Youtube: @WellnessToGreatness

www.wellnesstogreatness.ca

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Find Beverly Jensen:

www.KidsAndEMF.com

https://womensmedicinebowl.com

Sign up for the free e-book on the website:

https://kidsandemf.com/emf-protection-guide/

Struggling to break a habit—even when you know it’s not serving you?

This episode unpacks why lasting change feels so hard, especially when anxiety, stress, or emotional triggers are driving the behavior beneath the surface.

You’ll learn why simply “quitting” a habit doesn’t work, how your body is wired for familiarity and relief, and what actually needs to happen for change to stick long-term.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of numbing, avoidance, or going back to old patterns… this will shift how you see it.

Because your habits aren’t random.

They’re responding to something deeper.

Inside this episode:

• Why some habits stick—and others don’t
• The missing link most people ignore when trying to change
• How anxiety and emotional triggers drive behavior
• What your body is really seeking (and how to meet it differently)
• A simple, realistic way to replace habits that actually lasts

This isn’t about willpower.

It’s about understanding the signal behind the pattern—so you can create calm, aligned change from the inside out.

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Get your free ebook on 5-Minute Reset Guide for Overwhelmed Moms | Women HERE.

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Find Janelle:

Instagram: @wellnesstogreatness

Youtube: @WellnessToGreatness

www.wellnesstogreatness.ca

Death is a part of life—yet it’s something many of us struggle to talk about.

In this episode, we explore what it really means to support someone through the end of life. I sit down with a nurse and death doula to have an honest, grounded conversation about death, dying, and the emotional experience that comes with it.

We discuss:

• The role of a death doula

• Emotional support during end-of-life care

• What families experience in final moments

• Letting go and navigating grief

• What death can teach us about how we live

This is Part 2 of a 2-part conversation.

If you haven’t listened to Part 1, we explore birth, home birth, and support at the beginning of life.

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If this episode resonated with you, consider sharing it with someone who may need this conversation.

Find Amber:

Instagram: @ruralcareco

www.ruralcareco.ca

Find Janelle:

Instagram: @wellnesstogreatness

Youtube: @WellnessToGreatness

www.wellnesstogreatness.ca

Birth is more than a physical experience—it’s emotional, mental, and deeply human.

In this episode, I sit down with a birth doula, Palliative Nurse, and death doula to explore what it really means to feel supported during birth. From home birth to hospital settings, we unpack how environment, care, and emotional safety can shape a woman’s experience in powerful ways.

We discuss:

• Home birth vs hospital birth experiences
• The role of a birth doula
• Emotional safety during birth
• How support impacts stress and anxiety

This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation.

In Part 2, we shift into end-of-life care and explore what death and dying can teach us about presence, support, and letting go.

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If this episode resonated with you, share it with someone who may need this conversation!

Find Amber:

Instagram: @ruralcareco

www.ruralcareco.ca

Find Janelle:

Instagram: @wellnesstogreatness

Youtube: @WellnessToGreatness

www.wellnesstogreatness.ca