Thriving Out Loud

We live in a world that constantly tells us happiness is somewhere “later.”Later when you lose the weight. Later when you make more money. Later when your life looks more perfect. But what if the reason you feel unhappy isn’t because your life is terrible…What if you’re just focused on the wrong things? In this episode, I talk about:* why your brain focuses on what you train it to focus on* how co...

In this episode, we’re diving into the one thing that quietly sabotages your progress in the gym, your nutrition, your business, and your life: guilt. Guilt over missing a workout, guilt after eating certain foods, guilt for not doing “enough”… and how that constant pressure keeps you stuck in a cycle of stress instead of growth. I’m breaking down why guilt isn’t making you better—it’s actually dr...

You’ve probably heard all the usual advice: work out more, eat better, stay consistent. And yes—those things absolutely matter. But what if you’re already doing them… and still not seeing the changes you want? This quickie podcast dives into the missing piece that most people overlook. Because real transformation isn’t just about your workouts and your diet. There’s another factor that can complet...

If you feel overwhelmed by all the nutrition advice online… this conversation is for you. I’m so excited to share a brand new podcast episode with my friend and holistic nutritionist Cindy Cormier: “Let’s Talk Food Without Fear.”  In this episode, we’re having a real, honest, chatty conversation about food — the kind so many women actually need right now. If you’re sick of the *food noise* or feel...

Thrive in 15 - BONUS EPISODE As someone who was never naturally lean… Who gained weight easily. Who thought carbs were the enemy. Who blamed genetics. Who felt like time was ticking. Who held onto body fat and wondered why it seemed easier for everyone else. If that’s you — this episode is for you. And even if it’s not? This will save you years of wasted effort. In this 15-minute Thrive in 15 epis...

Ever feel like you’re constantly “starting over” 🙃 Monday resets, fresh planners, new motivation… same cycle? In my latest episode of Thriving Out Loud, I’m breaking down *5 simple things that finally helped me stop quitting on myself* and actually lock in the habits I wanted — fitness, mindset, routines, all of it. No perfection. No extremes. Just real shifts that make habits stick *without* bur...

In today’s episode, I’m walking you through the five biggest self-sabotage patterns that quietly get in the way of your goals—and no, these aren’t the obvious ones everyone talks about. These are the sneaky habits and thought patterns I didn’t even realize I had… until becoming aware of them completely changed my results. And honestly? I see the same things holding my clients back all the time—in...

If you struggle in December — whether your energy dips, your goals feel harder to stick to, or everything just feels a little overwhelming — I get it. I’ve been there too. In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to truly thrive out loud in December. And no, it’s not about being “more disciplined” or grinding harder. This is a completely different approach. These mindset shifts and simple actio...

In this episode, I’m breaking down the 6 completely unexpected things that got me fit and transformed my results — and honestly, none of them were what I thought they’d be. This isn’t another “do this, eat that” type of conversation. It’s the real behind-the-scenes of what actually shifted my mindset, my habits, and my entire approach to getting in shape. These were the things that changed the way...

In this episode of Thriving Out Loud, we’re getting real about something most of us quietly struggle with — that deep, constant feeling of not being enough. We talk about how to stop f*cking hating yourself and start actually loving yourself again. From unlearning the patterns that made you shrink, to breaking free from guilt and “shoulds,” this episode dives into what it really takes to come home...

If you’ve ever felt like you just can’t stay consistent — in fitness, business, or any goal — this one’s for you. Because the truth is, it’s not your willpower that’s failing you… it’s the story you’re still telling yourself about who you are. In this episode, I’m breaking down: 💭 Why willpower always burns out 🔥 How to shift your identity so success becomes effortless 🧠 The habits you need to...

Welcome to the very first episode of Thriving Out Loud! I’m Michelle Zarei, and today we’re diving into something I’m really passionate about—why your glow-up isn’t just about the physical transformation. There’s so much more happening on the inside, and over this show, we’re going to explore the mindset, habits, and self-belief that make a real, lasting glow-up possible. This episode is brought t...