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• 370 - Are You Stuck in Fight, Flight, or Freeze? 3 Signs You're in a Stress Response

  Ever feel like you’re trying to do all the right things—but your body still feels tense, wired, or totally wiped out?In this episode of Alive & Well, we’re unpacking how chronic stress hijacks your nervous system—and what it actually looks and feels like when you’re stuck in fight, flight, or freeze. You’ll learn: 🔹 How the nervous system actually works under stress (and why it’s not about willpower) 🔹 What “fight,” “flight,” and “freeze” look like in high-functioning women 🔹 The real reason you can’t relax, focus, or stop overthinking when you’re dysregulated 🔹 Why stress responses aren’t bad—they’re just incomplete (and how to complete them)Then I’ll guide you through how to recognize the signs of each stress state in your body—and teach you body-based tools to shift out of them in real time.We’ll cover: ✔️ FIGHT – ragey outbursts, control mode, pressure cooker energy ✔️ FLIGHT – overworking, constant movement, anxious perfectionism ✔️ FREEZE – shutdown, fog, “what’s the point?” energy ✔️ REGULATION – how to stop overriding your body and start listening to it insteadBecause real resilience doesn’t come from pushing through. It comes from knowing how to come back.From working with your biology, not against it.💡 Your nervous system isn’t the problem—it’s the pathway.Related Episodes to Explore:Previous EpisodeAre You Ready for a Soul Shift? How to Get Unstuck and Reclaim Your JoyStuck in Bad Habits? Stop Spinning Your Wheels and Learn the 3 Requirements for Lasting Change5 Subtle Signs You're Stuck in Survival ModeThe Reset Mindset: How to Get Unstuck and Focus on What Matters MostTalk Therapy Not Working? 3 Reasons You’re Still Stuck in Anxiety & Burnout— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

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• 369 - The Science of Bravery: How to Show Up Powerfully in the Face of Challenges with Jill Schulman

  Ever notice how bravery isn’t about feeling fearless—but doing the hard thing anyway, even when your palms are sweaty and your brain is begging you to binge Netflix instead?Today’s guest is here to show us what it actually means to lead ourselves bravely—from the inside out. We’re talking mindset shifts, bold action, and the kinds of relationships that pull us forward instead of drain us dry.If you’ve ever wondered how to show up more powerfully in the face of challenge, this one’s for you.In this episode, I’m joined by leadership coach, Marine Corps veteran, and corporate consultant Jill Schulman—and we’re breaking down what it actually means to be brave (and no, it’s not about being fearless or reckless).Jill shares the science of courage—how it works in your brain, how it builds over time, and why it's directly linked to your happiness, resilience, and sense of purpose.We’re diving into: ✔️ The two biggest myths about bravery that keep women stuck ✔️ Why courage isn’t about being fearless—it’s about being values-led ✔️ How your nervous system plays a role in both fear and courage ✔️ Practical tools to build your “bravery muscle” without frying your system ✔️ What it means to be smart brave vs. stupid brave ✔️ Why community, vulnerability, and mindset are non-negotiables for bold leadershipIf you’ve ever told yourself, “I’m just not brave like her” or “I’ll do it when I feel ready”—this episode is a must-listen.🎧 Press play to learn how to take brave action in small, doable steps—without bypassing your body, blowing past your bandwidth, or betraying what matters most.Related Episodes to Explore:Previous EpisodeOvercoming Trauma and Discovering Your Courage for ChangeHow to Leverage Our Own Childhood Experiences to Show Up More Powerfully in MotherhoodDon’t Underestimate the Power of Play! How to Overcome Perfectionism, Fear of Judgment, and Self-DoubtHow to Know if It’s Your Intuition or Fear Speaking— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

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• 368 - 7 Places You Store Trauma in Your Body (and Ways to Release It)

  You’ve probably heard the phrase “the body keeps the score”—but what does that actually mean?If you’ve ever dealt with chronic tightness, gut issues, jaw clenching, or exhaustion that just won’t quit… your body might be holding on to more than stress. It might be storing trauma.In this episode, we’re diving into the science of somatic memory—how your nervous system encodes unprocessed trauma and stress into your tissues, and how that stored tension can quietly sabotage your energy, focus, and well-being.You’ll learn: 🔹 What it means to “store trauma” in your body (and how that happens physiologically) 🔹 The neuroscience behind somatic memory, vagus nerve signaling, and trauma loops 🔹 Why trauma often gets misdiagnosed as burnout, mood swings, or fatigue 🔹 The most common areas where women store unresolved trauma—and whyThen, I’ll walk you through 7 areas where stored trauma often shows up in high-capacity women (including the emotional meaning behind each one) and offer simple somatic release practices for each—so you can start to clear it from your system gently and safely.We’ll cover: ✔️ Jaw – anger, resentment, suppression of truth ✔️ Shoulders – chronic responsibility without support ✔️ Chest – grief, shame, emotional repression ✔️ Gut – fear, anxiety, emotional “digestive” issues ✔️ Lower back – instability, financial fear, lack of support ✔️ Legs & feet – feeling stuck, disconnected from purpose ✔️ Throat – silencing, self-abandonment, fear of being seenWhether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just off, this episode will help you decode what your body’s trying to tell you—and show you how to start releasing what it’s been holding for too long.💡 Because healing isn’t just in your head. It’s in your fascia, your breath, your belly, your bones.Related Episodes to Explore:Previous EpisodeProven Systems to Take You from Overwhelmed to OrganizedOverwhelmed & Overcommitted? How to Optimize Your CapacityDecluttering Strategies for the Busy Mom3 Reasons Perfectionism Is Keeping You Overwhelmed (and How to Break Free)Overwhelm, Brain Fog, and Irritability? 10 Ways a Dysregulated Nervous System Shows Up in Your Body— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

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• 367 - 5 Somatic Techniques to Regulate When You're Feeling Overwhelmed

  You’ve read the books. You’ve tried the deep breaths. You’ve told yourself, “Just calm down.”But when overwhelm hits? Your body’s still on edge—clenched jaw, tense shoulders, short fuse.Here’s the truth: you can’t out-think a dysregulated nervous system.Because when your brain is flooded with stress hormones, logic and willpower go offline.In this episode of Alive & Well, we’re unpacking what really happens in your body when you're overwhelmed—and why somatic tools (not more hacks or habits) are the key to feeling calm, grounded, and in control again.💡 Inside, you’ll learn:What happens in your brain and body during a stress responseWhy traditional productivity and self-help advice often fails in moments of overwhelm5 powerful, simple grounding techniques that work with your biology—not against itYou’ll walk away with practical, easy-to-use tools like: ✔️ The physiological sigh ✔️ Body tapping ✔️ Eye presses ✔️ Heel drops ✔️ Vagus nerve stimulationIf you’ve ever felt hijacked by stress or scrambled by anxiety, this episode gives you the body-based roadmap back to center.Because real regulation doesn’t start in your head—it starts in your body.Related Episodes to Explore:Previous EpisodeProven Systems to Take You from Overwhelmed to OrganizedOverwhelmed & Overcommitted? How to Optimize Your CapacityDecluttering Strategies for the Busy Mom3 Reasons Perfectionism Is Keeping You Overwhelmed (and How to Break Free)Overwhelm, Brain Fog, and Irritability? 10 Ways a Dysregulated Nervous System Shows Up in Your Body— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

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• 366 - 3 Reasons Your Productivity Hacks Aren’t Working (And What to Do Instead)

  You’re ambitious. You’re organized. You’ve got the planner, the calendar app, and the color-coded to-do list.So why do you still feel overwhelmed, behind, and exhausted by 2pm?Here’s the truth:It’s not your calendar that’s the problem.It’s your nervous system.Because when your body is stuck in survival mode, no time-blocking strategy in the world will stick.In this episode, we’re flipping the script on productivity and revealing the 3 nervous system patterns that are quietly sabotaging your performance:Chronic overwhelm – Why you’re always “on” but never feel donePeople-pleasing – Why you say yes when your body says noConstant urgency – Why slowing down feels unsafe (even when you're desperate for rest)💡 You’ll learn:The nervous system science behind these patternsHow they show up in real life (hello, inbox spirals and overcommitment)Practical somatic tools to shift into grounded, sustainable flow✨ If your go-to productivity tools aren’t cutting it, this episode is your nervous system-based reset. It’s time to regulate first—and work smarter, not harder.Related Episodes to Explore:Previous Episode5 Ways to Tell Whether Your Productivity is Toxic or HealthyLearn how to spot the difference between sustainable output and stress-driven overworking.The Productivity Trap: This Is Why Being Busy Isn’t Moving You Forward The neuroscience behind why “doing more” keeps you stuck.Why Am I Like This?! How The 3 States of Our Nervous System Affect Motherhood, Health, and ProductivityBreak down the science of sympathetic vs. parasympathetic states—and how they impact your habits.Are You High or Low Energy? Nervous System Balancing Exercises Based on Your Energy TypeStart Doing This Today to Reclaim Your Energy with Chloe Ward Get practical tips to reset your system when you’re running on empty.— >>> 💌 DOWNLOAD THE NERVOUS SYSTEM RESET GUIDE 💌 <<<

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