The Divorce Revolution

Taking care of our health is one of the most fundamental actions we can take to live a fully well-balanced lifestyle. Our bodies and what happens inside of us are affected by several elements – internally and externally – so it's important to know more about the different topics that impact and sustain our overall health. Gut health is one of these topics: it makes a huge difference and it needs t...

There are a few lessons that women learn as teenagers and early adults that stick with them for a long time. The notions about sex, sexuality, and physical connections are in this category: some women are told from a young age that sex is somehow wrong, or immoral, or inadequate and they're also taught to repress sexual feelings, as well as, to feel super vigilant about their bodies and what they...

One of the easiest consequences to happen when you are following a diet is to fall off track. Weekends usually are the nightmare of someone trying to eat healthy during the week, but cannot control cravings on Saturdays and Sundays. This is the natural result of one thing: a super restrictive diet philosophy. We've all been there but, as always, there is a simple solution. In this episode of The W...

It's really common to have light anxiety about life situations, work activities, family, or general daily tasks. When anxiety levels increase for no apparent reason and it starts to become the "new normal" for someone to live with, that's when we can identify that something is wrong. A few well-known practices like meditation are an important part of the process when handling anxiety and stress. J...

Weight loss is a sensitive topic for a lot of people. Although it is known to everybody that in order to lose weight and lose fat it's important to pay some attention to nutrition and exercise, not everybody understands the importance of  behavioral change . What we do on a daily basis is the key to true transformation and when it comes to weight loss it's no different:  we have to observe how we...

Sometimes we tell ourselves that we don't like a certain type of food just because we think it is "bad" for us and it doesn't fit into our diet; if you think carefully, it might not even be true. Our minds are in defense mode when it comes to our nutrition that we end up giving up all the foods we enjoyed (and still do!) just to reach a number on the scale. Have you ever given this a thought? In t...

The definition of  Power  is objectively connected to material things, almost always associated with money, possessions, and wealth; what most people don't know is that we can all manifest and implement  Authentic Power  in our lives.  Authentic Power  essentially means that we are free to create, attract, and envision what's aligned with our higher self and it can bring more benefits than expecte...

While getting older is inevitable, incorporating fitness and exercise into your routine is a choice. A variety of fitness modalities can be done if you are over 40 and over 50 such as yoga, stretching, strength training, and conditioning classes; which all have their own benefits and their challenges. The number 1 thing that prevents people at this age range from getting a workout (at home or at t...

The act of living in the present moment is a skill that needs to be worked on constantly. When we have anxious thoughts and feelings, it's almost certain that we are stepping away from the present and stepping into the future – without even being there yet. On the other hand, when we are in a depressed state, having depressed episodes, it's almost certain we are back to the past, reliving frustrat...

In this episode, Amber discusses the topic of co-parenting after a divorce. Amber takes us back to when she was the child of the story facing her parents' divorce and seeing their eventual friendship. She explains why it was good for her and her siblings to witness the harmonious relationship between their father, mother, and stepfather. Amber parallels this exact situation to her own divorce, sha...

Our wellness journey is not only made of nutrition protocols, fitness classes, and what the scale tells you daily. It also requires a  growth mindset  (a.k.a. stepping away from limiting beliefs and starting to believe in ourselves more). On the other hand, a  fixed mindset  and thoughts like  "I don't have what it takes"  or  "I can't do this"  can really hold us back and prevent us from moving f...

If you have been adopting different restrictive diets over the last few years, you know how hard it is to find  food freedom . Every little food item, of every little meal becomes this huge decision of whether it's good or bad, if you can or can't have it, or if you deserve or don't deserve it. All of a sudden, we turn into slaves of our own eating choices: measuring everything, counting all the m...

In today's episode of The Wellness Revolution podcast, Amber welcomes Susie Garden to talk about the  Glow Protocol , Susie's work methodology; which uses numerous health modalities to help women feel their best and understand their nutrition. Amber and Susie provide practical tips on how you can improve your overall nutrition and the importance of paying attention to how you eat and not only  wha...

Meditation is a great practice that helps, not only our mental state, but our physical wellness too. It is a well circulated habit, which has become really popular through social media, and the best thing is that everyone can do it! Despite being super simple, the act of meditating can have the opposite effect: causing people to feel anxiety and frustration because they think that they're not doin...

When we are invested in making changes and adopting healthy habits, we always know  WHAT  needs to be done, but we don't know  WHY . Finding your why, a.k.a. the reason behind such change; is going to give you perspective, is going to help you when you feel like giving up, and is ultimately going to take you further. The  WHY  ends up being the compass that will guide you towards your goal. In thi...

Belly fat reduction is one of the primary goals for those wanting to get in better shape. Unfortunately, there's a lot of misinformation around this topic which makes people frustrated and upset for not getting any results. When we understand what it really takes to burn fat and how to best approach this process, we start to realize that it is something doable and within our capabilities. In this...

Pilates is a fitness modality that creates not only muscle strength and muscle endurance, but also helps you with flexibility. Pilates is also a good strength based workout that develops your core, low back, and all the abdominal muscles. It puts your whole body in balance, assisting you in other workouts, like strength training and yoga. Pilates is also known for working the whole body: there's n...

It's common to think that something is wrong with us when we're not able to stick with a diet. We might feel shame or guilt because we just can't follow the plan. Have you ever considered that maybe there's something wrong with the diet and not with you? When we force ourselves to keep a super limiting crazy diet, it's very likely that we will:  a) feel miserable;   b) give up;  and  c) start anot...

When you think about dieting and weightloss; chances are you instantly think you need to deprive and torture yourself, eat way less than you already eat, and completely give up foods you enjoy. This mentality will eventually lead you, not only to food obsession, but also a difficult relationship with food. The only way out of this self-abuse is creating sustainable goals while also learning about...

There are a few experiences in life that are pivotal moments, changing our perspective forever. Regardless of your own story, there's no doubt that relationship break ups and divorce are two of these experiences. Although we think we have all the relationship dilemmas figured out, it's important to know that, when it comes to two heads thinking and two hearts beating, you can only control what you...

A proper healthy lifestyle involves many more aspects of our routine than just working out every day. In fact, this  'I have to work out every day'  mentality can slowly become unsafe and what was meant to be enjoyable ends up being taxing. You will feel much more healthy and fit once you focus on consistency rather than perfection. In the third episode of The Wellness Revolution, Amber shares her...

What does it look like to eat food without feeling guilty about it? Learning how to balance healthy eating habits with a proper mindset around food is crucial to reach your weight loss & fat loss goals. The journey of achieving this goal is easier if it's a sustainable one and that's the number one reason why most people don't achieve it. In this episode of The Wellness Revolution, Amber talks abo...

Welcome to the Wellness Revolution Podcast with Amber Shaw! In this opening episode, Amber shares with you how she dealt with her insecurities growing up on account of not feeling happy with her body and how that eventually led to eating disorders. Amber also shares the pivotal moment in her life where she went on a self-discovery trip and eventually had an insight on what the next steps could be...

Are you over 40 and sick and tired of feeling miserable in your skin? Have you tried every single diet on the planet and nothing seems to work? Well, if you answered yes to any of these, you're in the right place. At 41, I found myself as a divorced single mom searching to find myself and my passion. I realized my purpose is to help women with some of the same struggles I suffered with for most of...