Join Jess Heiss, body image and performance coach, for conversations around body image, self-confidence and resilience (both mental and physical). Learn how to stop letting your appearance hold you back from living the big, rad life that you deserve.
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Fuel your Feel Good is your one-stop for all things feeling good and managing stress. I've learned a lot on my own healing journey-- taking time to figure out what works and what doesn't and I want to share that with you. My intention behind this podcast is to help those of you feeling overwhelmed, stressed out, and burnt out find ways to feel good in your mind, body, and soul. I believe that everyone deserves to feel good in their bodies and sometimes you just need a little guidance on how ...
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39. [STURDY SHORT] How to Stop Taking Life So Seriously
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Jess had a little extra coffee for the episode and wants to tell you all the ways it's actually good for you to PLAY, to laugh, to stop taking life so seriously all the dang time. As mentioned in the episode: The Comfort Crisis, by Michael Easter PLAY by Stuart Brown MD Send Us A Message! So, hit subscribe and we'll chat on Friday. Join the Sturdy …
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38. [STURDY SHORT] A Pep Talk For Body Image Spirals
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This is the episode you download to revisit on bad body image days. It's 8 minutes of your friend, who cares deeply, giving you a pep talk when your feels about your body are causing your brain to spiral. REMINDER: Sturdy Girl shirts (our limited edition summer shirts AND the OG's) are on sale! Use code SGSUMMER for 20% off! Send Us A Message! So, …
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37. The 3 Habits That Saved Me During a Hard Season
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We all go through hard seasons and we all cope with them differently. This episode give you Jess's 3 habits that helped her get through a hard season and how to apply them in our lives. You'll learn about nonnegotiables (something she works on with every client) and what her current recommended read is. As always, send us a message. We're forever i…
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36. From Powerlifting to Marathons with Lexi Brandon
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To go from a powerlifting competition to a trail marathon at elevation in 7 months. That's what this week's guest did as she embraces her mission to stop letting her body hold her back from living the life she wants. Send Us A Message! So, hit subscribe and we'll chat on Friday. Join the Sturdy Girl community on Instagram HERE. Connect with Jess HE…
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35. 5 Tips To Get Out of the Comparison Trap
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What if I told you that I don' want you to stop comparing yourself to others? *insert side eye emoji* What if I told you that you can use comparison in a way that is actually beneficial? Friend, tune in to this week's episode to learn all about the types of comparison, the harm that it can cause, and 5 actionable tips for getting out of the compari…
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Ready to transform your relationship with your body? Join me, Jess, on this solo episode of Sturdy Girl as I uncover the secrets to feeling good in our bodies, especially during those summer months. Fresh from a rejuvenating girls' retreat in Lake Tahoe and inspired by a client's marathon in Colorado, I dive deep into the importance of internal wor…
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33. How To Romanticize Your Life and Find Joy in Everyday Moments
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Could finding joy in the mundane transform your life? Join us for an enriching discussion on how to romanticize your life with our special guest host, Lexi, in this episode of Sturdy Girl. We explore the art of appreciating small, often overlooked moments that add magic and meaning to our everyday routines. From the comforting aroma of fresh coffee…
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32. What Travel Taught Me About Body Image
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Traveling has a way of reshaping our views on body image and confidence, doesn’t it? Picture this: my grandparents, who come from a tiny town of just a thousand people, joined us on a whirlwind three-week adventure through France, Greece, and a brief stop in London. Observing my grandma's reactions to the diverse styles, body types, and self-assure…
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31. How To Live Big with Jess Cahill, Adventure Host and OBM
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What does it mean to live BIG? What does it mean to have an authentic life? Join Jess as she chats with Jess Cahill, adventure host and online business manager, she chats all things glimmers, true happiness and how much fulfillment comes from saying YES to adventure! Find Jess HERE to learn more. Send Us A Message! So, hit subscribe and we'll chat …
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30. Your Summer Body Image Survival Guide
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Ready to conquer summer with confidence and joy? Learn how to embrace the season without letting body image concerns hold you back. This episode of Sturdy Girl offers a Summer Body Survival Guide, packed with practical tips to help you focus on fun and adventure rather than appearance. Say goodbye to those pesky anxieties about body changes and soc…
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29. Mirror Talk and Self-Affirmations To Improve Your Confidence
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What if you could transform your self-confidence with just a few simple words? In this episode of Sturdy Girl, Jess and Megan explore self-affirmations, especially as we step into a season of more revealing summer attire. We dive into the fascinating psychological effects of positive affirmations and discuss the importance of ensuring they feel aut…
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28. [Season 3!] Let's Have A Sturdy Girl Summer
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It's Season 3, friends! We are making this season all about #sturdygirlsummer, which means turning the focus away from our appearance, and on to living a big, rad life! We're putting away the puffy coats, and getting out the shorts. We're showing more skin and seeing more skin - and that can be a big body image trigger! Send Us A Message! So, hit s…
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Get out of your funk with Megan and Jess in the last episode of season two! Learn five tips that will help you get out of, like Jess calls it, 'funky town' and on to living fully in your life. The link to episode 9 on Core Values HERE. Check out Sturdy Girl shirts HERE. Send Us A Message! So, hit subscribe and we'll chat on Friday. Join the Sturdy …
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26. Embracing Your True Self: How To Improve Body Confidence
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Have you ever caught your reflection and not recognized the person staring back? We've all been there, and it's not just about the physical changes. Join Megan and Jess, as they chat about body confidence. Let's look at shutting down the comparison game and embracing the skin you're in, even when social media tries to convince you otherwise. We're …
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25. 5 Tips To Overcome All Or Nothing Thinking (or why you should love 50 shades of grey...)
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Ever found yourself stuck on the one thing you didn't achieve, despite a laundry list of victories? That's the sneaky influence of all or nothing thinking, and it's exactly what Megan and Jess unpack in our latest episode. This is a deep dive into the pitfalls of perfectionism and the subtle ways it can chip away at our mental resilience, body imag…
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A shortie episode with solo host, Jess, as she goes through 3 (more) tips to improve your body image. Learn about what self-compassion really means, how to challenge your thoughts, get a little homework that I guarantee will have you looking at the future (and your body) a little differently. Listen to our first episode on Body Image HERE. Shop Stu…
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23. Sturdy Girl Style: The Secret To Learning Confidence In Your Wardrobe With Personal Stylist, Madeline Mihaly
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Ever felt lost in the maze of your own wardrobe, or struggled with the confusing world of women's clothing sizes? Madeline, a personal stylist with an exceptional eye for creating functional and versatile wardrobes, joins us to unravel these fashion conundrums. She offers a treasure trove of insights on marrying your closet to your lifestyle, the p…
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22. Body Image and Bike Racing : Get To Know Your Co-Host, Megan Zimmer-Zaikoski
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Join Jess as she interviews co-host, Megan, about her adventures as a sponsored enduro racing athlete, her love of mountain biking and barbells, and the big effects injury has on mental health and body image. Connect with Megan HERE. As promised, you can connect with Jess on Goodreads HERE. Send Us A Message! So, hit subscribe and we'll chat on Fri…
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21. Body Image and Busy Seasons : 5 Tips For Managing Stress and Your Body
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Ever feel like stress has a mind of its own, warping the way you see yourself in the mirror? Megan and I get real about this struggle, pulling back the curtain on how the pressures of life ripple through our self-perception and daily routines. Our conversation takes you through the murky waters of stress-induced body image issues, shining a light o…
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20. Body Image and New Moms with Pelvic Floor Expert and DPT, Jess Hund
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If you've ever felt the ground shift beneath you with the arrival of a new child, you're not alone. Today, I’m joined by the insightful Jess from the Floor PDX, and together, we walk you through the labyrinth that is motherhood, with its profound impact on our bodies and psyche. Our conversation is not just a reflection but a revelation of how preg…
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In a world of hustle culture and quitting makes you a failure, let's talk about when you actually should give up on a goal. It's February and most of us have set some kind of goal, intention, or resolution in the new year. How are we doing on those? Is it time to quit, or readjust? Join Jess and Megan for a fun chat about giving up. Send Us A Messa…
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18. Powerlifting, Body Acceptance, and Resilience with Claire Zai, Strength Coach
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Powerlifting can change your life. For real. Join Jess as she chats with Claire Zai, strength coach, scientist and internationally competitive powerlifter (read: total badass) about all things life, stress management, what health really means, and all the ways powerlifting has changed our lives. Be sure to tune in for the date announcement of our o…
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17. Runners and Body Image with Amber Harris, Run and Strength Coach
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Join Jess and expert run and strength coach Amber, as we unravel the threads of running's influence on our lives. Together, we share intimate tales that span from first races to the profound realization that running is more than a pastime—it's a vital piece of our mental health arsenal. Throughout our conversation, we reflect on how this seemingly …
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16. How I Stopped Hating My Body + What I Leaned Into Instead [Season 2!]
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We've all had our moments standing in front of the mirror, grappling with a reflection that doesn't quite align with the confidence we're told to embody. Megan and I open up about the highs and lows of our personal paths to body acceptance, unearthing the deep-seated issues beneath our battles with body loathing. Through candid conversations, we br…
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Welcome to the LAST episode of Fuel your Feel Good podcast of this year! Join me, Dr. Kerry as we dive into all things Winter Solstice. Winter Solstice is a wheel of the year celebration and a seasonal celebration that honors the darkness of this time of year and welcomes back the light. In this episode, I share some simple facts about the Winter S…
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Mindset, Body Image and Honoring the Different Seasons of Life with Jess Heiss
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Today on the podcast, we have Jess Heiss, Dental Hygienist, Run Coach, Strength Coach, Mindset Coach, podcast Host and amazing human! I was recently on Jess's podcast "Sturdy Girl" and we had so much fun that I had her on my podcast next! In this episode we touch on so many aspects of showing up for yourself, honoring the seasons of life and how mi…
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How to Nourish Yourself in a Busy Season of Life
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Hi Friends! It's me, I accidentally took a short break from the podcast because well, I've been in a busy season of life. As always, I love to reflect on my own experiences and share them with you in hopes that you might find a gem that supports you. In today's solo episode we chat about: - recgonizing what season of life you are in - noticing how …
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15. How to Have Your Best Year Yet: Embracing Self-Reflection and Goal Setting
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The year is coming to a close and many of us are already looking at what we want for 2024. Join Jess and her temporary co-host, Coach Ali as they set the stage for you to have your best year yet! In a world where everyone seems to chase the next big thing, we challenge you to pause, look back, and identify moments that brought you joy. We open up a…
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14. Five Tips to Improve Your Confidence Right Now
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Confidence - it’s something we all seek, yet it can feel elusive. Who hasn’t wished for more of it at some point? But what if we told you that confidence isn't a trait you're born with, but rather a skill you can build and improve, just like weightlifting or rock climbing? In this episode, we explore confidence in-depth, breaking it down into manag…
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13. The Power of Self-Talk in Shaping Body Image and Mental Wellbeing
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Imagine transforming your self-perception, and developing a healthier body image just by tweaking your internal dialogue. Yes, you heard it right, your self-talk can be a gamechanger! Join Jess and Megan, as we unpack the weighty influence of self-talk on our body image and mental well-being. We highlight the need to challenge those negative though…
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A meditation for you in the midst of the holiday hub bub. Take a few minutes of your time to reflect on what Mother Nature teaches us! The four seasons of the natural world can teach us so much about our internal worlds. Listen and reflect on how you can gain insights into your internal landscapes by honoring and noticing Mother Nature. Thanks for …
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Is self-love merely a popular concept, or is it an indispensable part of living a fulfilled life? As your hosts, Ali and Jess, we invite you to join us in an enlightening exploration of this often misunderstood term. We take you on a journey, unraveling societal pressures that feed on our insecurities, and underscore the vital role self-love plays …
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The Healing Power of Reiki with Sandy Cleary
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On today's podcast I have a special guest for you-- Sandy Cleary of Back to Heart Center. Sandy is a Reiki practitioner who I met when I moved to the Berkshires. I have been profoundly lucky to experience her healing powers and be in her presence and I wanted to share that with you. in this episode, Sandy shares all about what reiki is, how it can …
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11. Unwrapping a Stress-Free Holiday: Navigating Food, Body Image, and Self-Care
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Ready to unwrap the secrets to a stress-free holiday season? Today, we're joined by our exceptional guest, Ali, as we embark on a journey to vanquish holiday stress and bring forth the magic that this season is renowned for. We'll start by laying down a blueprint to thrive amidst the holiday hustle and bustle, focusing on creating habits that bolst…
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On today's solo episode, I share some of my recent reflections on pain. Often as a Physical Therapist, I wonder WHY so many people go through their daily lives in pain and discomfort. I realized that I have allowed a certain level of pain and discomfort live in my daily life. In this episode, I break down some of the reasons I think we as individua…
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10. Stress Management and Body Image with Kerry McGinn, DPT
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What if we told you that your body, your stress, and your control over the two might not be what you think? Join us as we navigate this unique landscape with our distinguished guest, Kerry McGinn. A doctor of physical therapy, a 500-hour yoga teacher, and a personal trainer, Kerry's distinctive blend of experiences offers rare insights into the com…
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9. Defining Core Values Can Change Your Life
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Ever wondered if you're living a life true to yourself or one that caters to others' standards and values? Our Sturdy Girl episode today will sail you through the process of identifying and embracing your core values, serving as your compass to navigate life's choices. Core values, as we'd like to argue, aren't just passing thoughts or emotions; th…
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What I Wish Everyone Knew about the Menstrual Cycle, Birth Control & More with Brandy Oswald
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On today's podcast we have special guest Brandy Oswald of Sauvage Wellness. Brandy is a Certified Fertility Awareness Educator, Menstrual Cycle Expert, & Founder of Sauvage Wellness. She teaches women around the world how to use fertility awareness methods as natural birth control, to have better periods, & to get pregnant naturally when they’re re…
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8. Unlearning Diet Culture: A Discussion on Body Image, Intuitive Eating and Food Freedom with Coach Ali
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You ever felt chained to a diet or struggled with your self-image? Don't worry, you're not alone. We've all been there. But there's a way to break free and we've got just the person to guide us - internationally certified body image and food freedom coach, Ali. She's here to help us shift our focus from size to strength, from control to intuition. …
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On today's solo episode, I chat all about the Lymphatic system. The lymphatic system has played a HUGE role in my own healing journey and I am so grateful for all the healers and mentors that have shared their knowledge with me. in this episode: - What is the lymphatic - Why is it so important? - How can you stimulate it? and so much more! Below I …
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7. Six Things I Unlearned in My Health and Body Image Journey
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It's a solo Jess episode! Welcome to an enlightening journey as we question and debunk societal misconceptions that have long fueled insecurities about our bodies. We're shedding light on the myth that 'smaller is better' and challenging the notion that your worth is synonymous with your performance. Join me as I bare my own struggle and triumph ov…
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Personally and professionally, I am in the midst of a lot of change and I notice a lot of those around me experiencing similar things. It's in the midst of change that we need our practices the most. So if you are in the midst of change, take a few moments of your day to offer yourself support, understanding, and love. You got this! Thanks for join…
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6. Breaking Down Diet Culture: A Conversation on Body Image, Self-Compassion, and Balanced Nutrition with Gillian, Nutrition and Body Image Coach
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Have you ever questioned how your upbringing has influenced your relationship with food and your body? Join us as we break down the barriers of diet culture and body image with our fearless guest, Gillian, from the Bite Size Nutrition podcast. Gillian, a beacon of body positivity, shares her empowering journey of transitioning from diet trends to p…
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Breaking the Cycle of People Pleasing and Neuro Drills with Charlotte Mah
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Today on the podcast, we have Charlotte Mah with all her wisdom. Charlotte Mah is a physiotherapist and health coach who is passionate about using neuro drills to help ambitious, overwhelmed professionals to bust stress for good by breaking the cycle of people pleasing and perfectionism so that they can start saying yes to themselves so that they c…
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5. The Secret Tool to Building Confidence
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What if the secret to confidence isn't just a feeling, but an action willing to push us into unfamiliar territories? In this episode, we explore the concept of the 'confidence competence loop' - an encouraging feedback loop ignited when you venture to do something before feeling ready. We delve into how resilience can be bolstered through self-conf…
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On today's SOLO episode, I break down the question "Is Stress a Bad Thing?". I share about the common misconceptions of stress, the difference between chronic stress and acute stress, what stress ACTUALLY is and so much more. Along the way I share some of my personal experiences with burn out and body awareness. spoiler alert: sometimes you need to…
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4. Confronting Body Image Issues and Eating Disorders: An Interview with Jen Scott, Dietitian and Run Coach
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Have you ever felt tangled in the web of body image and weight loss? If so, you're not alone. Join me as I sit down with my esteemed friend, Jen, a certified run coach, clinical sports dietitian and an accomplished endurance athlete, who has navigated through her own struggles with eating disorders and body image issues. Hear Jen's heartfelt story …
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The shift from summer to fall is upon us and with that comes a great time of year to turn inward, honor where you are and reflect on what has come before. Take a few minutes out of your day check in with your current deepest desires. In this visualization meditation, you will take some time to slow down, turn inward and get to know your deepest des…
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Think body positivity is the key to a healthy body image? Think again. We're Jess and Megan from Sturdy Girl, and we're here to challenge that narrative. We're on a mission to unpack what it really means to cultivate a healthy body image, and we've discovered it goes way beyond body positivity. Join us on our personal journeys, from fitness trainin…
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Seasonal Shifts & How to Support Yourself Through Change with Emilie Reid
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Today on the podcast, we have Emilie Reid sharing all of her beautiful wisdom with you. Emilie Reid helps people who struggle with change adapt their exercise, eating, and self-care routines for the different seasons of life. She guides yoga, meditation, and seasonal living programs online and at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in Massachusetts. E…
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