The Wellness Diaries

What if the thing you need most isn't another nutrition strategy.. but simply practicing saying no ? In this episode, Marci and I talk about why intentionally doing something difficult can strengthen far more than your habits. We discuss how convenience has made us constantly negotiate with ourselves, why giving something up for 30 days can reveal more than you expect, and how building self-contro...

Welcome to the first episode of The Debrief . In this episode, I'm sharing why I retired The Wellness Diaries , how my coaching philosophy has evolved over the years, and why I've become more interested in identity, self-trust, behavior change, and personal growth than nutrition information alone. We'll talk about the difference between knowing what to do and actually doing it, the lessons I've le...

In this episode, I'm talking about something that almost nobody wants to touch: gluttony. And no, I'm not just talking about overeating. I'm talking about overconsumption in every form — food, social media, productivity, shopping, stimulation, achievement, validation, even "treat yourself" culture. Because the truth is, most people aren't actually struggling with a lack of discipline. They're stru...

This episode is a conversation about what happens when you stop running on autopilot. We talk about burnout, always needing to stay busy, chasing external validation, and how disconnected you can become from yourself when your life is built around productivity and performance. We also get into comparison, creating a life that actually feels good to you, solo travel, healing after heartbreak, and r...

In this episode, I sit down with health and fitness coach Brian Bidanjiri to talk about the deeper side of transformation — the part most people avoid. We get into his journey from alcoholism, emotional eating, and smoking weed daily to losing nearly 100 pounds and rebuilding his life through fitness, structure, and self-awareness. But this conversation goes far beyond weight loss. We talk about u...

This episode is about the gap between who you know you are… and how you're actually showing up. We dive into how repeated dieting attempts can quietly erode your self-trust, why confidence comes from keeping promises (not chasing motivation), and how your daily habits either reinforce or contradict your identity. We also challenge the narratives around "food noise," hormones, and quick fixes—and b...

In this episode, we're getting into the stuff most people avoid—your nervous system, your emotions, and the patterns you keep repeating even though you  know better. Katie shares how she hit a breaking point in her late 20s—burnt out, dealing with injuries, feeling completely disconnected from her body—and how that forced her to rebuild everything from a different angle.   We talk about: Why your...

If you've ever been told your labs are "normal" while still feeling miserable, this episode is for you. Registered dietitian and functional medicine specialist Lacey Dunn joins us to share her deeply personal health journey — from self-induced hypothyroidism during her bodybuilding days to battling mold toxicity, SIBO, Lyme disease, and more — and how those experiences shaped her root-cause approa...

Marci and I are back and this one covers a lotttt of ground. We're talking about why you should stop apologizing for asking for what you need.. whether that's packing your own food for a flight or making a specific request at a restaurant. You're allowed. We also got into simple meals and how even basic food can feel like a full experience when you pay attention to texture, temperature, and flavor...

After everything we've covered in this series, this is the episode that brings it all together. You are not missing discipline. You are not missing capability. And you do not need more information. In this final episode, I'm recapping the real patterns that keep high-achieving women stuck, what it actually takes to change, and why the version of you who can do this has been there all along. Now it...

This is the mirror episode. The one that gets a little deeper. If everyone in your life thinks you have it together — but this is the one area where you keep sliding, avoiding, or making excuses — this conversation is for you. We're talking about identity, self-honesty, and the uncomfortable truth behind why this feels so much more personal than it should. Because this is about more than food and...

If you've been waiting for the perfect plan, the perfect routine, or the perfect time to finally "lock in," this episode is going to call you out in the best way. I'm breaking down how perfectionism keeps high performers stuck, why overthinking feels productive but actually delays progress, and why this is the one area of your life where B+ execution beats A+ planning every single time.   Guides &...

This one might sting a little. If you keep telling yourself you don't have time to work out, meal prep, or take care of yourself, this episode is for you. We're getting honest about what's really going on when your health keeps getting pushed to the bottom of the list. This is not about blame.. it's about agency. Because once you stop calling it a time problem, you can finally do something about i...

You're on point for a week or two, then one off-plan meal, one missed workout, or one messy weekend sends you into a full spiral. Sound familiar? In this episode, we're talking about the all-or-nothing pattern that keeps high-achieving women stuck in the cycle of starting over. I'm breaking down why this happens, why "good enough" feels so uncomfortable, and what real consistency actually looks li...

You know how to show up, follow through, and get things done in every other area of your life. So why does nutrition, fitness, and consistency still feel like the one thing you can't fully get a grip on? In this episode, I'm breaking down why high-achieving women often struggle the most here.. and why it's not because you're lazy, broken, or lacking discipline. It's because the traits that make yo...

In this episode, we're talking about Lent — but not just from a religious lens. We're unpacking the psychology behind intentional restriction, why choosing discomfort can actually build resilience, and how "giving something up" can sharpen your awareness in powerful ways. But we're also having the other conversation. Because restriction isn't automatically virtuous. And more discipline isn't alway...

There was a time when I did everything "right" with my health—tracked every meal, never missed a workout, hit PRs, stayed lean and still didn't feel good about myself. From the outside, it looked like discipline. On the inside, it felt like pressure, anxiety, and never being satisfied. In this episode, I'm sharing what chasing perfection actually cost me… why no number, physique, or achievement ev...

If you've ever said "but I am in a calorie deficit…" and still felt confused when the scale doesn't move, this episode will probably hit home. I walk through how one higher-calorie day (think dinner out, apps, drinks, dessert… all the things) can quietly erase your weekly deficit even when the rest of your week looks "pretty good." Not to guilt you, not to make you obsessive — just to help you act...

Everyone says they want "balance." But somehow the women chasing balance are the same ones stuck in the cycle of starting over every Monday. In this episode, we unpack why the concept of balance sounds healthy… but often keeps you inconsistent, exhausted, and second-guessing every decision around food and fitness. We talk about: How "balance" becomes permission to avoid commitment Why vague goals...

Most people think they have a willpower problem… but really, they're just underfed, overwhelmed, and over-accommodating. Today we dive into the #1 issue we see in food logs (hi, low protein + barely eating until 4 PM 👋🏼), how your beliefs are quietly controlling your habits, and why changing your lifestyle feels "weird" to the people around you who aren't changing with you. We also talk about th...

Today I'm sitting down with one of my clients to talk about the part of a health journey no one warns you about: the cycle of losing the weight… only to gain it right back. She came to me stuck in the "all-or-nothing" loop — strict during the week, off the rails on the weekend, and constantly starting over. Extremes were easy. Maintenance wasn't. And if she wasn't being perfect, she didn't think s...

In this episode, I sit down with my friend (and fellow coach) Marci for a real conversation about what it actually looks like to show up for yourself... especially when it's uncomfortable. We dig into the identity shifts that come with choosing a healthier lifestyle, the messy middle that nobody talks about, and how to stay grounded through the chaos of the holidays. If you've ever felt like you "...

In this episode, I sit down with Hunter Nelson , owner of multiple Complete Health stores in Virginia. Hunter's story is one of grit, resilience, and building something real in an industry full of quick fixes. From being born with a paralyzed arm to becoming a leader in the health and supplement space, his journey is proof that obstacles can shape the way you show up for yourself and your communit...

Have you ever hit the milestone you were chasing — the weight loss, the career win, the personal record — and still felt empty? In this episode, I reflect on Tim Keller's teaching from Ecclesiastes and share how it mirrors my own journey with purpose and identity. We'll talk about the burden of achievement, the trap of comparison, and why success without deeper grounding always feels like "chasing...

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