The Freely YOU Podcast

We do a lot of things out of pure obligation - because we feel like we have to, need to, or should be doing something. And it seems to be exacerbated this time of year. The gifts, the social commitments, the traditions, the unspoken pressure for everything to be + look picture perfect.  It is a lot.  And most the time these feelings of " should " leave us feeling drained and like we need a vacatio...

Today we celebrate a big milestone on The Freely YOU Podcast - Episode 100!!!  I will not lie to you, there was a time that 100 episodes felt impossible. Like how the eff would I ever get there, and would I even make it that far?!?!? There were so many unknowns, and I easily could have let that be the thing that stopped me from achieving this beautiful milestone. But here's the thing, walking away...

If you tuned into episode Ep. 96, Let Me Tell Ya About My Dopamine Addiction , you already know I took a two week hiatus from social media. And let me tell ya - it was freaking magical. Today I am sharing a little more on my experience and offering you a fresh perspective on taking breaks from things in your life that don't always make you feel good.  Enjoy! 

You know those qualities about yourself that maybe aren't your favorite? The ones that you don't show that often.  The ones you tuck away deep inside and only let come up once in awhile. Or maybe only come out with certain people?  Welcome to the dark side. This is what we would refer to as your shadow. It sounds mysterious and mischievous because that is how we have been conditioned to view it. ...

Navigating disappointment is….well disappointing.  The dictionary describes it as sadness or displeasure caused by the nonfulfillment of one's hopes or expectations. How depressing right?!?!  And let's be honest, this is an emotion that we experience often. We are constantly being disappointed by people, outcomes, experiences and so much more  It's a very standard part of life.  And we often equat...

Ep. 96, Let me tell ya about my dopamine addiction Since we're taking authenticity to another level over here lately, let me tell ya about my dopamine addiction.  It can be subtle at times….the constant need to be "connected" to my phone and to social media.  It's just kind of always there….the need to know whats going on, to gather information, to document…. Maybe you can relate?  As you may have...

If you are listening to this podcast, my guess is you are already doing some manifesting.  Maybe you are still (not so) patiently waiting for those manifestations to come through? Well, that might all change for you after this conversation. Most of the time, it's not that the manifestation is not meant for you or not possible for you, it is a tiny little shift that needs to be made in your process...

It's easy to press snooze on your life, and not even notice the GIANT impact it is having on you. If Waiting for the "right time" can keep you stuck and unfulfilled.   If you're holding back, hoping for perfect timing, or feeling paralyzed by fear, this conversation is for you! We discuss common reasons we avoid taking action, the hidden costs of waiting, and practical tools to help you start—even...

Ok, this conversation has been a long time coming. You already know if you need to press play on this one.  Feeling bad or maybe even ANGRY about constantly dealing with anger, isn't helping. As someone that feels very comfortable and familiar with the emotion of anger, I'd love to share with you what I have learned about this powerful emotion and how to best manage it.  Are you ready to talk abou...

There is a distinct theme that I have been leaning into, and know I will be carrying into 2025.  Simplicity.  As busy human beings, we have a tendency to over complicate our lives. Constantly feeling like we need to 𝒹ℴ more in order to be or have more. Let me let you in on a BIG secret. Less really is more here.  When we 𝓇ℯ𝒶𝓁𝓁𝓎 focus on the things we 𝓇ℯ𝒶𝓁𝓁𝓎 care about, things can start moving quic...

As promised, here are some resources for you to improve your personal consumer health!    You can find Allison on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/yazeinadaze/   You can learn more about Manna Tree here: https://www.mannatreepartners.com   Instagram accounts for education and inspiration around healthy consumerism:   @calleymeans @thefoodbabe @nutritionschool @animamundiherbals @drcaseysk...

Meet Allison Yazel! Allison is the Vice President of Marketing at Manna Tree, a global private equity firm dedicated to empowering consumers to live better, longer. As you will hear, Allison is incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the future of consumer health and so much more.    We cover A LOT in the episode including:  The current state of our consumer health (hint: it's not pretty) Wh...

Max capacity means there is no time for detailed show notes. You will just have to listen to get the deets! Have a great weekend and thanks for listening, Sarah

This is a wrap on the booze series ya'll! For those of you that have listened to this entire series - THANK YOU! You have no idea what it means to know I get to show up for you and topics that intereset you.  In this episode, I am sharing some reflections on this experience and things that I have found enlightening including: Why I started off hot and heavy with booze The way my relationship with...

What happens when one person in the relationship steps away from booze and the other doesn't?  Well, I don't know if it is the same for everyone, but my husband and I are happy to share our experience. There have definitely been differences in opinion, and perspective. There has also been lots of ongoing support and honesty with one another. I think you will hear all of that reflected in this unfi...

As many of you know, I have been on quite the personal health journey. And to keep it 100% real with you, there is no freaking way I could have done this alone. Luckily, I know that it is just easier and way more fun to tackle uncharted territory with support by our side.  Cue my new wellness bestie, Jamie Shupp. You can also refer to her as my Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and my sanity during...

As many of you know, I have been on quite the personal health journey. And to keep it 100% real with you, there is no freaking way I could have done this alone. Luckily, I know that it is just easier and way more fun to tackle uncharted territory with support by our side.    Cue my new wellness bestie, Jamie Shupp. You can also refer to her as my Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and my sanity duri...

I'm just over here in all the feels with my teenage daughter. In this Confession Corner, I'm giving you the 7 minute version of all the things I'm currently processing with this big milestone. P.S. If you have any words of inspiration about the teenage years, I'll take them.  And also, pray for me. Thx ;)

Today I am welcoming back my friend and co-host of my women's community, Emily Sheets, to discuss a very important topic that we all navigate on a weekly (if not daily) basis -   STRESS.   In this conversation we are bringing clarity to the following questions: What exactly is stress? How do you know when you're experiencing stress? What are the not so talked about signs of stress? What are the im...

Today I am welcoming back my friend and co-host of my women's community, Emily Sheets, to discuss a very important topic that we all navigate on a weekly (if not daily) basis - STRESS.   In this conversation we are bringing clarity to the following questions: What exactly is stress? How do you know when you're experiencing stress? What are the not so talked about signs of stress? What are the impa...

For those of you who have been following along on my social media, you know that it has turned into a bit of a wellness/food Vlog. That is because I have been implementing some big changes in my diet and my life!  Today, I want to give you a behind the scenes look at why I'm on this journey in the first place, the pros and cons I am currently experiencing, and what my long-term goals are for makin...

This is a special episode where I am answering three personal questions that you sent in. Here is what you can expect us to dive into in this episode. How to stop the blame game with your partner and move past the constant comparison How to keep a positive mindset when you are dealing with chronic pain or illness Prioritizing your tasks when the to-do feels never-ending Happy listening!  As always...

Hint: It's not a cocktail. Meet Jocelyn. If you are local to Vail, you may know her as the Belden Witch. I always knew that Jocelyn would be a guest on my podcast, I just didn't know the topic. As you can imagine, I was pleasantly surprised when she showed interest in speaking on the subject of alcohol in our society and sharing her own journey with sober curiosity.  I could easily chat with Jocel...

California Sober anyone?  Today I have Kelly Smith joining me on the podcast to talk about her decision to ditch the booze, and most recently, to put some space between her and her dear friend, Mary Jane. (Do people still call it that?!?!?!)  Kelly is sharing how she was introduced to both alcohol and marijuana and the roles they have played in her life. We talk about the joy that these substances...

I used to use the phrase, "I hold myself to a high standard", often. This was a really nice way of saying I was extremely hard on myself and if it wasn't perfect, I didn't feel good enough.  While this can seem like a motivating phrase, it often leaves us feeling defeated, comparing others standards to our own, and constantly criticizing ourselves and our progress. Today I'm sharing a reframe of t...