948 | 6 Must-Haves for a Morning Routine That Actually Works

Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! In this episode of the premium podcast, Rach argues that the key to a successful morning routine is not copying trendy or extreme habits, but building a personalized system that aligns with one’s current life, goals, and responsibilities. She outlines six essential components: a consistent wake-up time to stabilize energy and reduce mental friction; daily movement to boost mood, focus, and stress management; intentional goal-setting paired with gratitude to reinforce identity and direction; fueling the body through nutrition or habit-stacked health choices; allowing time to get ready in a way that builds confidence; and knowing the most important task to tackle first to carry momentum into the day. Throughout, she emphasizes that consistency and alignment are what drive real change, encouraging listeners to treat their routine as an evolving experiment that supports both their best and hardest days. To 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.

Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! This episode of the RHP features another segment of Ask Rach where Rachel responds to listener questions with a mix of tough love and encouragement, focusing largely on personal growth, resilience, and finding direction. She advises one caller dealing with severe chronic illness to explore alternative healing approaches and the power of mindset when traditional medicine reaches its limits. Another caller, struggling with a lack of identity and motivation after years of prioritizing family and survival, is reassured by Rach that her feelings are common and is guided through reflective exercises to help rediscover purpose and joy. Throughout the episode, Rach underscores that vision and goals are like muscles that must be practiced, encouraging listeners to allow themselves to dream, experiment, and gradually build a more fulfilling life. To 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.

Want to attend a RISE Event? Find out about our upcoming sessions: https://msrachelhollis.com/events/ Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! This episode of The RHP features a live conversation between Rachel Hollis and entrepreneur Cassey Ho, recorded at Rise Elevate in Austin, Texas. Cassey shares how she unintentionally built a massive brand from a simple YouTube fitness video into companies like POPFLEX and a Target partnership. She emphasizes that her success came not from strategy but from consistently creating high-quality, passion-driven content and listening closely to her community. The conversation dives into practical entrepreneurship lessons, including the power of storytelling in marketing, the importance of trusting instinct alongside data, and the realities of scaling a business. Cassey also recounts her viral pirouette skort design, the challenges of fast-fashion copycats, and how she turned a frustrating legal battle into an innovative, mission-driven upcycling initiative that empowered other designers and engaged her audience. Throughout, she highlights resilience, creativity, and authenticity as key drivers of growth, encouraging listeners to focus on building something meaningful, adapt to challenges as opportunities, and stay aligned with their purpose rather than chasing trends or external validation. To 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.

Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! This episode of The RHP features a conversation between Rachel and men’s style coach Tanner Guzy about how personal appearance connects to identity, confidence, and relationships. Tanner explains that clothing functions as a form of “visual language” that not only shapes how others perceive us but also influences how we see ourselves, arguing that many men avoid style out of fear of seeming inauthentic. He introduces the idea that style should reflect internal identity and can help individuals reconnect with purpose, especially during major life transitions such as midlife, career changes, or divorce. Their conversation broadens into themes of personal growth and relationships, suggesting that neglecting appearance can signal deeper disengagement, while intentional effort can strengthen confidence, attraction, and connection. Ultimately, the episode frames style not as vanity but as a practical and creative tool for self-development, encouraging listeners to experiment, align their external expression with their inner identity, and show up more fully in their lives. To 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.

Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! In this episode, Rachel argues that vacations should be intentional experiences that leave people feeling rested, inspired, and fulfilled rather than exhausted. Reflecting on her own upbringing and current lifestyle, she emphasizes the importance of prioritizing travel, and choosing the type of travel deliberately based on personal needs. Rach highlights common mistakes such as traveling with incompatible companions, over-scheduling, and focusing too much on social media instead of being present. She also encourages planning ahead, setting clear priorities with a budget, and saving for desired experiences rather than going into debt. Ultimately, she frames vacations as a reflection of self-worth and an opportunity to create lasting memories and personal growth. To 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.

Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! This episode features Rach answering listener voicemails about relationships, pursuing ideas, and chasing dreams later in life. Her advice focuses on self-respect, realistic thinking, and taking action without overcomplicating things. To 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.

Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! This episode focuses on how adults can intentionally build meaningful friendships, especially when making friends feels harder than it did in childhood. Rachel argues that friendships in adulthood rarely happen by accident and that they require authenticity, initiative, and intentional effort. To 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.

Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! Is there something in your life you already know isn’t working—but you keep trying to make it work anyway? In this episode, Rachel dives into the psychology behind why we stay stuck in relationships, careers, and situations long after we know they’re wrong. It’s called the sunk cost fallacy, the belief that we should keep investing in something simply because of how much we’ve already put into it. If you’ve ever struggled to walk away from something that no longer serves you, this honest, tough-love conversation will help you rethink what it really means to let go and why your future might depend on it.   To 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.

Get Jessie's new book - 9 Months That Count Forever Rachel Hollis interviews biochemist Jessie Inchauspé “Glucose Goddess,” who explains that glucose (blood sugar) fuels every cell but large spikes from high-carb or sugary foods can drive inflammation, faster aging, fat storage, cravings, fatigue, mood swings, and worse deep sleep. She shares practical hacks to keep glucose down and achieve overall wellbeing.  Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's Book Here: Audible, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Millon, Bookshop.org, or wherever books are sold! 00:54 Show Introduction 01:41 Guest Backstory 02:46 Glucose Basics Explained 04:56 Too Much Glucose 06:20 Monitor Breakthrough 10:04 What Spikes Do 12:05 Rollercoaster Symptoms 15:00 Simple Glucose Hacks 15:50 Move After Meals 16:47 Eat Veggies First 18:14 Savory Protein Breakfast 20:58 Sugar Timing And Coffee 22:57 Hormones And Perimenopause 25:27 Sugar And Sleep 27:23 Pregnancy Nutrition Science 28:39 Choline and Blood Sugar 29:51 Avoiding Overwhelm 32:06 Handling Pushback 35:53 Hidden Glucose Spikes 37:29 GLP One Reality Check 41:01 Sleep Stress Glucose 42:19 Afternoon Sugar Cravings 44:14 Daily Nonnegotiables 45:30 Results and Wrap Up Sign up for Rachel’s weekly email: https://msrachelhollis.com/insider/ Call the podcast hotline and leave a voicemail! Call (737) 400-4626 Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videos Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis To 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.

Upgrade to the Ad Free Premium Podcast Experience - https://rachelhollis.supercast.com Get your copy of Rachel's 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/ Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/RachelHollisMotivation/videos Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MsRachelHollis Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.