Wellness to Greatness: Anxiety Support for Women

Have you ever told yourself: "I'm fine. I'm just busy." "I just need a weekend to recover." "Everyone else seems to handle this better than me." In this solo episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on something I see in so many high-achieving moms—including myself: the difference between survival mode and burnout. Many women don't realize they're stuck in a cycle of constantly pushing, people-pleasi...

Are you constantly pushing, striving, and doing everything "right"—yet still feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck? In Part 2 of my conversation with nervous system coach Mitch Webb, we explore why so many high-achieving people struggle with burnout despite their best efforts to improve their health, mindset, and well-being. After years of chasing the perfect diet, supplements, biohac...

Can unresolved trauma affect your physical health? In Part 1 of this conversation, I sit down with nervous system coach Mitch Webb to explore his remarkable journey from college athlete and self-described party guy to someone navigating traumatic brain injuries, panic attacks, chronic illness symptoms, Lyme disease, and long COVID. After a life-changing accident while studying abroad, Mitch began...

In Part 2 of this conversation, Peter McLaughlin joins us to demystify hypnosis and explain how the subconscious mind influences our thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and beliefs. Many of us understand what we want to change, yet find ourselves repeating the same patterns. Peter explains why willpower alone is often not enough and how subconscious programming can continue to drive our actions behind...

Why do so many ambitious women feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and stuck—even when they're doing everything "right"? In Part 1 of this conversation, certified hypnotherapist, life coach, father, former volunteer firefighter, and EMT Peter McLaughlin shares how a life-changing leukemia diagnosis led him to explore the powerful connection between the mind, body, and spirit. Together, we e...

What does healing actually look like after years of survival mode? In Part 2 of this conversation, Janelle continues her discussion with Certified Life & Holistic Health Coach Leann Herron about burnout, resilience, nervous system healing, and reconnecting with yourself after chronic emotional overwhelm. Together, they explore how women can begin moving out of high-functioning survival mode an...

Membership to Rise Above Burnout Community is NOW open for new members. Contact me with the word BURNOUT to get the full scoop and see if you are right fit for you . Info on this episode: So many women are praised for “holding it all together” while secretly feeling emotionally exhausted underneath the surface. In Part 1 of this powerful conversation, Janelle sits down with Certified Life & Ho...

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right … yet still feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, and disconnected from yourself? In this vulnerable solo episode, Janelle Plamondon shares a real behind-the-scenes look at building her new Rise Above Burnout Community while unexpectedly finding herself slipping into the very burnout she teaches women to heal from. Instead of pushin...

Why does sex sometimes feel disconnected… even when you care about the person? In Part 2 of this conversation, we go deeper into the connection between anxiety, shame, and intimacy—and how these patterns quietly shape your experience in relationships. I’m joined again by Elana Auerbach, author of The Sure Thing , and we explore the layers most people avoid: the conditioning around sex, the pressur...

One hundred episodes later… and I can honestly say this journey changed my life. In this special episode of Wellness to Greatness , I reflect on how this podcast started and where it is now — but knowing deep down I was meant to create something meaningful. What began as a passion project became a Top 10% podcast worldwide… but the real transformation happened within me. That drove me to want to h...

What if the “spark” you feel in a relationship… is actually anxiety? In this episode, we dive into the difference between anxiety and true alignment in relationships—and why so many women mistake intensity, overthinking, and emotional highs for chemistry. I’m joined by Elana Auerbach, author of The Sure Thing , to explore how relationship patterns are formed, how we disconnect from our inner signa...

Anxiety isn’t random—it’s a signal. But what happens when we react before we actually listen? In this episode of Wellness to Greatness , I share a personal story that completely shifted how I view anxiety, body signals, and the way we respond to discomfort. What started as a simple run to release stress turned into a powerful realization about how often we override what our body is trying to tell...

After becoming aware of EMFs and how technology may be impacting our homes in Part 1, the next question is… what can I actually do about it? In Part 2 of this conversation, we shift from awareness into practical, realistic changes—without adding more stress or pressure to your life, because this isn’t about doing everything perfectly. It’s about small, intentional steps that support your health, y...

When life throws you into survival mode, it’s easy to react from anger, fear, and overwhelm. But what if those emotions aren’t the problem… they’re signals? In this raw, real-time episode, I share a personal experience that pushed me to the edge—and how I shifted from reactive chaos to grounded clarity. You’ll learn how to stop using “cheap fuel” like anger and start responding from a place that a...

Most of us have heard about EMFs, radiation, and the impact of technology on our health… but it often becomes one more thing sitting in the background of an already full life. In this conversation, we open the door to a topic many moms feel curious about—but unsure where to begin. Without fear or overwhelm, this episode explores what EMFs actually are, why they’re being talked about more, and how...

Struggling to break a habit—even when you know it’s not serving you? This episode unpacks why lasting change feels so hard, especially when anxiety, stress, or emotional triggers are driving the behavior beneath the surface. You’ll learn why simply “quitting” a habit doesn’t work, how your body is wired for familiarity and relief, and what actually needs to happen for change to stick long-term. If...

Death is a part of life—yet it’s something many of us struggle to talk about. In this episode, we explore what it really means to support someone through the end of life. I sit down with a nurse and death doula to have an honest, grounded conversation about death, dying, and the emotional experience that comes with it. We discuss: The role of a death doula Emotional support during end-of-life care...

Birth is more than a physical experience—it’s emotional, mental, and deeply human. In this episode, I sit down with a birth doula, Palliative Nurse, and death doula to explore what it really means to feel supported during birth. From home birth to hospital settings, we unpack how environment, care, and emotional safety can shape a woman’s experience in powerful ways. We discuss: Home birth vs hosp...

Download your free eBook for 5-Minute Reset Guide for Overwhelmed Moms | Women . Click ⁠ here ⁠ ! Is anger quietly fueling your life… while happiness always feels just out of reach? In this episode, I share a powerful perspective from a 91-year-old client that completely shifted how I view joy, anger, and what it really means to live a full life. We explore how many of us unknowingly use anger as...

What if the patterns you keep repeating… aren’t random? In this episode, we explore a different lens on addiction and emotional patterns—one that looks at how unmet needs in the body can drive behaviors like control, avoidance, overgiving, or emotional shutdown. Through the perspective of the body’s energy centers, you’ll start to understand how disconnection from self-worth, expression, connectio...

Feeling emotionally drained from constantly supporting others? This episode breaks down compassion fatigue, emotional burnout, and why helping others can leave you feeling depleted. If you’ve ever felt frustrated, overwhelmed, or even resentful when trying to support someone you love—this episode will help you understand why. Inside, we explore: What vulnerability fatigue (compassion fatigue) real...

If you feel stuck in anxiety patterns despite being self-aware, this episode will help you understand why—and what’s actually missing. For women navigating overwhelm, emotional load, and constant pressure, this is a deeper look at what true support and safety really mean. You’re not lacking tools. You’re not doing it wrong. And you’re definitely not broken. So why does anxiety still feel like some...

Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or in emotional pain? This episode will help you understand why that discomfort may actually be the beginning of your next transformation. In this episode of Wellness to Greatness , we explore the caterpillar-to-butterfly analogy as a powerful reminder that growth often requires stillness, surrender, and trust. What feels like breakdown may actually be the process of be...

Anxiety in children doesn’t start in the mind — it often begins in the body. In this episode, we explore how gut health, physical development, and nervous system signals influence resilience, confidence, and emotional wellbeing in kids. In this special episode, I’m bringing together two powerful conversations with experts who support families in understanding the body-mind connection in children’s...

Feel stuck, overwhelmed, or caught in anxious thought patterns? This episode will help you shift your mindset, release limiting beliefs, and build emotional resilience so you can move forward with clarity and calm. If you’re navigating a difficult season—whether in motherhood, relationships, or personal growth—you’re not alone. Feeling stuck often comes from unconscious beliefs and small commitmen...