896 | "I'm worried my boyfriend will cheat with his clients" + "Rach, what's in your morning protein shake?"

In this heartfelt episode, Rachel Hollis shares her personal experiences with feeling really low, especially during perimenopause. She describes the intensity of these emotions and the internal struggle to overcome them. Rachel provides practical tools and practices she uses to uplift herself, including the importance of taking iron supplements, tracking menstrual cycles, and the healing power of music, exercise, and honest conversations.Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold!00:55 Welcome and Podcast Subscription Request01:53 Affirmations and Episode Overview02:33 Personal Experience with Low Moods03:34 Understanding Depression and Seeking Help05:27 Perimenopause and Emotional Lows12:12 Tracking Your Cycle and Recognizing Patterns19:01 Tools to Combat Low Moods21:52 Minimum Effective Dose: Managing Responsibilities26:37 The Power of Music and Exercise29:23 Checking Supplements and Self-Assessment32:04 Focusing Thoughts and Taking Action39:27 Conclusion: Fighting Back and Seeking JoySign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Watch the podcast on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@MsRachelHollisFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollisTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel discusses the challenges of dealing with jealousy and trust in relationships, emphasizing that cheating is a choice made by individuals and not something partners can control. She highlights the importance of communication and self-worth in overcoming these challenges. Additionally, Rachel dives into her own health journey, sharing tips on goal setting, the importance of protein intake in the morning.Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold!01:05 Welcome to the Show!02:02 Ask Rach: Health and Wellness04:52 The Power of Setting Goals09:49 Nerding Out About Health: Protein and Intermittent Fasting21:04 Navigating Jealousy and Boundaries in Relationships34:34 Final Thoughts and How to Reach OutSign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Watch the podcast on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@MsRachelHollisFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollisTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the Rachel Hollis podcast, Rachel shares her latest personal and professional updates.Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold!01:06 Welcome to the Show03:32 Life Update: College and Emotions09:54 Home Renovation Woes15:23 The Power of Focus: The One Thing29:42 Entertainment Break: K-Pop Demon Hunters and More32:34 Halloween Carnival Plans36:10 Final Thoughts and FarewellSign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Watch the podcast on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@MsRachelHollisFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollisTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rachel Hollis discusses the importance of teaching children self-advocacy and balancing kindness with self-respect. Addressing issues like forced physical affection, she emphasizes the need to avoid raising people-pleasers. Rachel answers parenting questions from listeners, providing strategies to break generational patterns and nurture emotionally intelligent kids.Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold!01:00 Welcome and Podcast Subscription Request01:57 Introduction to Ask Rach Series02:39 Balancing Kindness and Self-Advocacy in Parenting03:21 Caller Question: Raising Kind and Strong Children05:44 Rachel's Personal Experience with Compliance14:50 Teaching Kids to Advocate for Themselves20:51 Caller Question: Supporting Children Through Personal Struggles21:34 Modeling Behavior for Your Children26:22 Caller Question: Knowing When You're Ready to Be a Parent32:58 Conclusion and Podcast InformationSign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Watch the podcast on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@MsRachelHollisFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollisTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, Rachel breaks down the five biggest warning signs that you’re chasing the wrong goals. If you’ve ever felt stuck in procrastination, unmotivated no matter how hard you try, or frustrated that your “success” doesn’t feel the way you hoped, this conversation will hit home. With stories, practical tools, and even a surprising lesson from her stylist, Rachel helps listeners recognize when they’re aiming at the wrong target—and how to redirect toward goals that actually fit their life.Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold!01:33 Introduction and Podcast Subscription Request02:31 Rach's Personal Experience with Goals03:15 Sign 1: Chasing Praise, Not Purpose06:41 Sign 2: Chasing Aesthetics, Not Reality12:09 Sign 3: Loving the Goal, Hating the Process15:52 Sign 4: Pursuing Goals for Others21:23 Sign 5: Goals for an Old Version of Yourself24:42 Conclusion: Aligning Goals with Your True SelfSign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Watch the podcast on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@MsRachelHollisFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollisTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Ask Rach, Rachel Hollis answers two powerful listener questions that, while different on the surface, share a common theme: what do you do when life doesn’t line up with your dreams? One caller is battling the discouragement of a tough job market, struggling to land any role at all. Another is a young woman trying to pursue creativity while navigating the challenges of a troubled home environment.Rachel explores the overlap between these situations — resilience, resourcefulness, and finding momentum even when circumstances feel stacked against you. With practical strategies and heartfelt encouragement, she reminds listeners that beginnings don’t have to be perfect to be powerful.If you’ve ever felt stuck between survival and dreaming, this episode offers both perspective and tactical tools to help you keep moving forward.Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Watch the podcast on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@MsRachelHollisFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollisTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, host Rachel Hollis shares her experiences and observations about the benefits of taking creatine, especially for women over 35. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining muscle mass as we age and discusses her personal journey with health, nutrition, and strength training over the last decade.Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold!01:00 Welcome and Podcast Subscription Request01:59 Introduction to Creatine and Personal Experiment03:30 Debunking Creatine Myths and Benefits06:19 How to Take Creatine Effectively08:49 Personal Health Journey and Strength Training11:29 Encouragement to Experiment with Health15:48 Detailed Creatine Routine and Results22:22 Exploring Other Health Experiments24:54 Final Thoughts and EncouragementSign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollisTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this Ask Rach episode, Rachel answers two powerful listener questions that so many women can relate to. First, a caller asks how to take care of herself without feeling completely burnt out. Rachel shares how burnout is often a symptom of overcommitting, and why the key to recovery is aligning your time and energy with your deepest values. Then, another caller opens up about the struggle of balancing work, home, and life with a new baby. Rachel offers her signature big sister advice on why “balance” is a myth, what rhythm looks like in real life, and how to keep perspective in the hardest seasons. With practical wisdom, humor, and heart, this conversation will remind you that you’re not alone and you don’t have to do it all.Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold!1:08 Welcome to the Show: Subscribe and Support02:08 Ask Rach: Finding Balance When Life Feels Heavy04:14 Voicemail from Courtney: Overcoming Burnout07:43 Business Advice: Maximizing Your Time and Effort18:48 Self-Care Practices: Daily Habits and Boundaries24:56 Voicemail from Dana: Work-Life Balance Myth39:35 Final Thoughts and EncouragementSign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollisTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do you ever feel like you’re stuck in the same cycle — repeating the same patterns in your health, your relationships, or your work — no matter how hard you try to change? You’re not alone.In this episode of The Rachel Hollis Podcast, we’re talking about the secret to finally breaking old patterns: raising your standards. Not the big shiny goals (your ceiling), but the everyday choices and habits (your floor) that quietly shape your entire life.You’ll learn:Why your current “normal” may be the very thing holding you backHow small, repeatable standards rewire your brain and reinforce new beliefsThe energetic truth: your standards don’t just change you, they change the vibration you send out into the worldFour key areas to audit (health, relationships, self-respect, and vocation) to raise your floor and transform your lifeThis conversation is inspired by a chapter in my latest book that asks the question: What’s your floor? Because once you raise the level of what you’re willing to accept as “normal,” you’ll be amazed at how fast your life begins to shift.If you’re ready to stop spinning in the same patterns and finally step into the life you’ve been dreaming about — this episode is for you.Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold!01:07 Welcome and Podcast Subscription02:28 The Power of Standards04:06 Personal Transformation Journey05:44 Aligning Actions with Goals07:30 Raising Your Standards08:38 The Concept of Floors and Ceilings19:27 Neurological and Energetic Impact of Standards24:56 Practical Steps to Raise Your Standards38:03 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollisTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of Ask Rach, Rachel tackles parenting from every angle — breaking free from toxic dynamics with your own parents, learning how to let go as your kids grow more independent, and navigating the rollercoaster of raising a moody teenager. With her signature blend of big sister advice, timeless wisdom, and practical encouragement, Rachel offers honest insight on what it really takes to protect your peace while showing up with love. Whether you’re redefining family boundaries or figuring out how to parent through new seasons, this conversation will remind you that you’re not alone.Get your copy of Rachel's New Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold!01:06 Welcome and Podcast Subscription Request02:05 Ask R: Navigating Family Relationships04:12 Voicemail 1: Estrangement from Parents25:47 Voicemail 2: Parenting a Teenager42:35 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsSign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videosFollow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollisTo learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.