18| Overcoming Exhaustion & Finding Balance: A Wellness Guide for Women - featuring Cassie Groeschl

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In this engaging conversation, Melissa Wilkinson and Cassie discuss the journey of balancing motherhood, work, and wellness. Cassie shares her personal transformation from a busy corporate dietitian to a wellness coach for moms, emphasizing the importance of reassessing priorities, overcoming guilt associated with self-care, and implementing effective time management strategies. They delve into practical tips for meal prep, aligning calendars with personal values, and creating quality time with family, all while maintaining a focus on health and wellness. 

 

In this conversation, Melissa and Cassie discuss the importance of working with registered dietitians versus nutritionists, the impact of nutrition on energy levels and mental clarity, and the significance of specific foods for brain health. They also explore the role of probiotics in gut health, the importance of starting small in health improvements, common mistakes women make in their health journeys, and the value of community support. Cassie shares insights on meal prep and announces an upcoming live demo to help women simplify their meal preparation process.

 

Takeaways

• Cassie's journey reflects the struggles of busy moms.
• Reassessing values is crucial for personal fulfillment.
• Self-care is essential, not a luxury.
• Mindset shifts can help prioritize health goals.
• Meal prep saves time and promotes healthy eating.
• Aligning calendars with values enhances time management.
• Quality time with family is vital for well-being.
• Guilt over self-care can be overcome with practice.
• Small habits can lead to significant changes.
• Creating a supportive environment fosters wellness. Working with a dietitian provides tailored, science-based advice.
• Nutritionists are not regulated, while dietitians are certified professionals.
• Proper nutrition is crucial for energy levels and mental clarity.
• Leafy greens and whole grains significantly impact cognitive function.
• Probiotic-rich foods support gut health and overall well-being.
• Starting with small, manageable health goals is key to success.
• Avoiding an all-or-nothing mentality can prevent burnout.
• Community support is vital for maintaining health and motivation.
• Meal prep can be simplified to make healthy eating more accessible.
• Regularly consuming nutrient-dense foods can enhance energy and mood.

Sound Bites

"I was too exhausted at the end of the day."

"You can't pour from an empty cup."

"Self-care is thrown around so much."

"Meal prep can give you so much time back."

"Nutrition plays a role in energy levels."

"Start small to prioritize your health."

"Avoid the all or nothing approach."

"You are not alone in feeling stuck."

"Meal prep can be simple and stress-free."

 

Chapters

 

00:00 - Journey to Wellness: Cassie's Transformation

03:00 - Reassessing Priorities: The Shift to Part-Time Work

05:59 - Overcoming Guilt: The Importance of Self-Care

08:52 - Mindset Matters: Prioritizing Health and Wellness

11:55 - Meal Prep Magic: Strategies for Busy Moms

15:02 - Aligning Calendars with Values: Time Management Tips

18:04 - Creating Quality Time: Balancing Family and Self-Care

24:46 - Navigating Nutrition: The Role of Dietitians vs. Nutritionists

27:17 - Nutrition's Impact on Energy and Mental Clarity

30:12 - Foods for Brain Health and Energy

33:15 - Probiotic-Rich Foods and Gut Health

35:52 - Small Steps to Prioritize Health - 39:36

Common Mistakes in Health Improvement

43:23 - Finding Community and Support

44:50 - Upcoming Meal Prep Live Demo

 

Keywords

wellness, self-care, meal prep, time management, busy moms, health goals, prioritizing values, motherhood, nutrition, work-life balance, nutrition, dietitian, health tips, energy levels, mental clarity, probiotics, gut health, meal prep, community support, women's health

 

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