Heart to Heart with Hads

“I’ll start when things calm down.” “I earned this treat.” “I just need a reset.” If any of these sound like you, this episode is your wake-up call. I’m breaking down the patterns I see on coaching calls every week and how to stop getting in your own way. Apply for 1:1 Health Coaching

You can list the habits all day long: lift weights, eat more protein, drink water, sleep 7 to 9 hours, take walks, stop scrolling at night, manage stress. So why does “I know what to do” still turn into “I can’t get myself to do it”? We’re going straight into the intention behavior gap and the very real brain wiring that makes follow through hard, especially when you’re stressed, tired, or overwhe...

Leveling up changes more than your bank account or your body, it changes your relationships, your mindset, and your standards. We talk through judgment, loneliness, and the daily systems that keep you moving forward when nobody else can see your vision.  Apply for 1:1 Health Coaching

We break hormones down into plain English and stop treating them like a vague excuse for every symptom. We explain how lifestyle signals shape hormone “messages,” why gut health and blood sugar matter, and what to do before you jump to supplements or expensive lab testing.  • hormones as the body’s messaging system through glands, blood, and organs  • why poor sleep, high stress, under-eating, and...

A calorie deficit is only one piece of the fat loss puzzle. Understanding what to do AFTER the calorie deficit is equally, if not MORE important than the deficit itself. I discuss why women gain their weight back, how to know if/when you need to reverse diet, and how this is typically the missing piece after completing a fat loss phase. Apply for 1:1 Health Coaching

This week I'm pulling straight from my client check-ins. We're talking about four gut signs that aren't normal (yes, including needing coffee to poop), why my most successful clients start with a meal plan before ever touching macros, and why copying your favorite influencer or your husband's workout program won't get you the results you want. Plus, I'm getting honest...

January 1 doesn’t change your hormones, your sleep, or your stress load, and we’re not going to pretend it does. If you’ve been dragging through your days with low energy, bloating, stubborn weight gain, loud cravings, or a cycle that feels harder every month, this conversation is your sign to stop postponing your health until the calendar gives you “permission.” We talk about why so many high-ach...

We break down how fixed mindset and growth mindset shape your thoughts, emotions, and actions, often without you noticing. We share simple ways to shift into learning mode so setbacks stop feeling like proof that you “can’t” and start becoming feedback you can use.  Apply for 1:1 Health Coaching

Life will force you to slow down if you don't listen. Where in your life are you trying to push through because you're scared slowing down will stop momentum? What if you allowed yourself to rest without feeling guilty?  Apply for 1:1 Health Coaching

You can do everything “right” and still feel like your body is ignoring you. We’re talking about the fat loss plateau that shows up when you’re training consistently, tracking macros, staying in a calorie deficit, and somehow the scale and mirror refuse to change. I walk through a real client story: months stuck around the same weight, then a clear shift that leads to 11 pounds lost in 11 weeks, W...

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We unpack why motivation fades when the goal is gone and how that shows up in real life, like losing the desire to train after a fat loss phase ends. We use intrinsic motivation, extrinsic motivation, and self-determination theory to build a practical reset you can actually apply TODAY! Apply for 1:1 Health Coaching

We break down five everyday signs that often point to chronic inflammation and explain why your gut, skin, energy, focus, and sleep are more connected than you think. We share practical steps to stabilize blood sugar, improve digestion, lower stress, and advocate for the right labs instead of treating every symptom in isolation. If you're dealing with chronic inflammation, dealing with gut is...

We walk through how we’d lose 50 pounds in a healthy, sustainable way by starting with honesty and small habits instead of a strict meal plan or an intense workout split. The focus stays on data, consistency, and working with your body so you stop quitting when life gets messy.  • shifting from all-or-nothing to something-is-better-than-nothing  • running a 1 to 2 week audit with MyFitnessPal to f...

We sit down with Dr. Maddy, a former ICU nurse who changes course in the middle of COVID and builds a nervous system based chiropractic practice rooted in prevention and whole-body health. We talk honestly about what she saw in the hospital, what chiropractic actually does beyond back pain, and her journey with me as a client - restoring her menstrual cycle, hormones, digestion and energy. To work...

We get honest about the moments you feel “starving and crying” and explain why it often has nothing to do with laziness and everything to do with hormonal shifts across the menstrual cycle.  We break down each phase, why ovulation is the real monthly vital sign, and how to track what’s happening so you can stop feeling like a stranger in your own body.  Apply for 1:1 Health Coaching

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We’re done worshipping perfect weeks and we're going to start building discipline that holds up when life gets busy, messy, and unpredictable. Apply for 1:1 Health Coaching

We break down why fat loss stalls even when we eat clean, train hard, and swear we’re consistent, and we explain the simplest reasons the scale stays stuck. Then we zoom out to the deeper stuff like cortisol, gut health, and thyroid labs so you can stop guessing and start troubleshooting with a clear plan.  ANTI INFLAMMATORY FOOD GUIDE: https://stan.store/hadleashaw/p/anti--inflammatory-diet-guide...

We slow down for a midyear gut check and get honest about why time feels like it’s flying by when we live for the next task. We talk through presence, solitude, boundaries, and self-compassion so we can stop chasing worth through productivity and start enjoying the life we’re building.  Apply for 1:1 Health Coaching

We share the biggest mindset and identity lessons we brought home from a recent retreat, from reframing hard seasons to learning how to show up with more courage and honesty. We also break down core values and environment shifts that make discipline easier, growth more contagious, and joy something we practice on purpose.  • Reframing challenges as life happening for us rather than to us  • Choosi...

We sit down with Grace Brown, a licensed therapist turned coach, and get honest about what actually drives client change: trust, emotional safety, and the stories we attach to success. We unpack why high achievers struggle with vulnerability, how coaches can stop over-owning client outcomes, and what it looks like to be “more than your achievements” in real life.  • Grace’s background, farm life,...

We unpack the psychological trap that keeps smart people delaying their goals and mistaking avoidance for good timing. We show how to turn vague intentions into a simple, sustainable plan built on consistency, not perfect conditions.  Apply for 1:1 Health Coaching

We break down the biggest misconceptions about fat loss and explain why a calorie deficit can be safe and effective when it is structured, not extreme. We also share the unsexy basics that make fat loss sustainable: maintenance phases, enough carbs and fats, solid training, real sleep, and simpler meals you can repeat.  Apply for 1:1 Health Coaching

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