230: The One Thing Getting in the Way of Creating Healthy Habits

After 5 years of conversations around the question, “what does it really mean to be healthy?” we have decided to take an indefinite pause on the podcast. Stay connected via our email list, Instagram, book, and certified coaches to be the first to hear about our upcoming projects including a platform where we can continue to learn together about healthy, happy habits. Listen in to this snackable episode for more details about our decision and what we’re looking forward to next! Show notes and more at https://realfoodwholelife.com/fge/ Sign up for weekly emails from The Good List http://bit.ly/feelgoodlist

Have you ever felt like yoga wasn’t for you? If so, you’re not alone! Listen in to this beautiful conversation with yoga teacher Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts about how to bring yoga into your everyday life. Themes of curiosity, presence, and acceptance help to make the practice of yoga accessible to all regardless of physical abilities and she shares practical tips for how to start a yoga practice that supports the season of life you’re in.    Show notes and more at https://realfoodwholelife.com/fge/ Sign up for weekly emails from The Good List http://bit.ly/feelgoodlist

Hot girl summer? How about self-care summer?! After the past 2+ years, this summer is the time to slow down, take stock, and create some supportive routines that are all about caring for yourself so you can do the things that matter most in your life. We’ve put together a list of 10 simple yet powerful ideas to help you connect back to yourself, nature, and your communities. You won’t want to miss this snackable episode full of resources and a podcast announcement at the end.   Show notes and more at https://realfoodwholelife.com/fge/ Sign up for weekly emails from The Good List http://bit.ly/feelgoodlist 

What if I told you that you can break free from the all-or-nothing diet mentality keeping you stressed around food? It’s possible, and that’s why I’m so excited about this conversation with the founder and CEO of Nutrition Stripped, dietician, and author, McKel (Hill) Kooienga, about her research-based Mindful Nutrition Method group coaching program. We discuss her journey with food, free tools you can use right now, and her Mindful Nutrition Method pillars that have helped thousands of people cultivate balanced eating habits for life. This program is one of the few that actually creates long-term, sustainable, healthy habits surrounding food, nutrition, wellness, and health. You won’t want to miss her teachings that move the needle in feeling good in your body.   Show notes and more at https://realfoodwholelife.com/fge/ Sign up for weekly emails from The Good List http://bit.ly/feelgoodlist  Join McKel’s Free Online Training https://robyndowns1--nutritionstripped.thrivecart.com/mnm/

Ever heard of a Lazy Genius? The term, coined by author Kendra Adachi, is someone who is a genius about the things that matter and lazy about the things that don’t. It’s the process of naming what matters to you at any given time and then making decisions accordingly, allowing you to sift through what to focus on and what to let go of. When this game-changing concept is applied to our kitchens, it allows us to find long-term success in cooking and eating at every life stage. Listen in to this engaging interview with self-proclaimed professional permission-giver and kind, big sister of the internet, for a sneek peek into her newest book and why it’s a reference guide chock full of frameworks, tools, and other practical and inspiring tips that people can reach for again and again no matter the season of life.    Show notes and more at https://realfoodwholelife.com/fge/ Sign up for weekly emails from The Good List http://bit.ly/feelgoodlist  Get the free Capsule Meal Plan https://realfoodwholelife.com/subscribe/

Do you ever feel like summer gets so busy and leaves you feeling more exhausted than energized? May is the perfect time to set health and wellness goals around meals, movement, and mindfulness so you feel good all season long! You won’t want to miss this snackable episode chock full of ideas and resources to help you refocus this month on what fills up your cup as we transition from spring to summer.  Show notes and more at https://realfoodwholelife.com/fge/ Sign up for weekly emails from The Good List http://bit.ly/feelgoodlist

The Sunday scaries are real and can take all the joy out of the weekend. Learn how to create a personalized Friday shutdown routine that allows you to transition from work to relaxation in less than 15 minutes. We’ll go over a simple step-by-step plan, why you’ll want to try it, and how to customize it for your own life. If you’re sick of worrying about work and ready to be more present on the weekends, then this snackable episode is for you! Show notes and more at https://realfoodwholelife.com/fge/ Sign up for weekly emails from The Good List http://bit.ly/feelgoodlist

Now that my daughter is 10-years-old, I’m reflecting on what it’s been like to have an only child. A bit more personal than most episodes, I share my experience with miscarriages, infertility, IVF, and ultimately how we’ve settled into a very happy family of three. I bring in the guest of the hour, my daughter, to answer a few listener questions at the end. I hope this episode helps those of you who really need to hear it.  Show notes and more at https://realfoodwholelife.com/fge/ Sign up for weekly emails from The Good List http://bit.ly/feelgoodlist

Did you know that blood sugar stability is related to everything from how we age, to how we sleep, carry weight, regulate hormones, and more? In this life-changing conversation with the Glucose Goddess herself, biochemist Jessie Inchauspé shares simple habits to regulate glucose without wearing a monitor, depriving yourself, or spending a lot of money. Jessie translates the science into digestible hacks that are easy to understand and will help you harness the power of balancing your blood sugar even if you’re not diabetic. Listen in for a sneak peek of Jessie's book and her top practices for feeling better in your life right now.  Show notes and more at https://realfoodwholelife.com/fge/ Sign up for weekly emails from The Good List http://bit.ly/feelgoodlist

How often have you tried to set a new habit that ultimately didn’t stick? We’re sharing a science-based way to create and sustain habits that’s often skipped - and it has nothing to do with willpower.  Joining me in this episode is my spouse, Dr. Andrew Downs, who is a psychologist and expert in behavior change and habit development. Listen in to learn about this super practical and simple way to create automatic and enjoyable healthy habits.  Show notes and more at https://realfoodwholelife.com/fge/ Sign up for weekly emails from The Good List http://bit.ly/feelgoodlist