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Alive & Well – Burnout, Anxiety, Nervous System, Productivity, Time Management, Somatic Tools, Work-Life Balance

Michelle Grosser – Inspired by Mel Robbins, Rachel Hollis & Dr. Becky Kennedy

On paper? You’re crushing it.But your body’s telling a different story: fatigue, anxiety, brain fog, and a burnout you just can’t seem to shake.Welcome to Alive & Well—the podcast for high-achieving women ready to burnout-proof their lives by rewiring their nervous system for clarity, energy, productivity, and ease.I’m your host, Michelle Grosser, Esq.—trial attorney turned nervous system strategist, wife, mom, and entrepreneur (x3).After burning out hard trying to do it all, I discovered the

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All Episodes

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304 - 3 Discreet Ways to Regulate Your Nervous System...

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2024/11/26

Ah, the holidays—a magical mix of family time, festive meals, and, let’s be honest, a side of stress that could rival Black Friday crowds. Whether it’s Aunt Linda’s unsolicited parenting advice, a toddler meltdown mid-flight, or the anxiety of hosting Thanksgiving dinner for 15 people who all have *opinions* about stuffing, the season has a way of testing your nerves.In this episode, we’re diving into three subtle, body-based techniques to help you regulate your nervous system without an...

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303 - How to Alleviate Overwhelm & Manage the Mental...

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2024/11/22

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, and struggling to balance the demands of family life? In this episode, we’re diving into the root causes of stress and resentment in the household—and how to tackle them head-on. Think about the last time you felt truly present with your kids or deeply connected with your partner. If that moment feels too far away, this conversation is for you.My guest Liz Kent is an expert in guiding busy, high-functioning moms to alleviate overwhelm an...

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302 - 5 Ways to Activate Your Vagus Nerve for Stress...

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2024/11/19

Did you know that one powerful nerve in your body could be the key to managing stress, boosting your mood, and supporting overall well-being? In this episode, we’re diving into the vagus nerve—an often-overlooked part of the body that plays a central role in health. We’ll explore what the vagus nerve is, five ways to activate it, and how to weave these practices into your daily routine for lasting calm and resilience.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why a healthy vagus nerve is essenti...

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301 - How to Edit Your Life for More Clarity, Growth,...

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2024/11/15

What if you could intentionally edit out the parts of your life that feel overwhelming? In today’s episode, we explore how the process of “editing your life” can transform your daily experience, helping you connect more deeply with yourself and those around you. Elisabeth McKetta is an expert on creating space for what matters most. Through her “3 Es” framework, she invites us to examine, edit, and enjoy our lives in a way that brings clarity, growth, and generosity to every day.&nb...

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300 - 3 Consistency Habits Behind 300 Episodes (And...

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2024/11/12

Do you have goals you’re chasing or things you’d like to change in your life, but you struggle with staying consistent? As we celebrate 300 episodes of The Calm Mom (woah!), today’s episode is all about practical habits and mindset shifts to help you build resilience, stay on track, and reach your milestones.In this episode, you’ll learn:The power of true commitment and how to go beyond just “thinking about” your goals.Why perfectionism can stall your progress and how to embrace a more e...

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299 - Overcoming Trauma and Discovering Your Courage...

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2024/11/08

Are you out of touch with your inner child?Think about a moment when you’ve seen your kids light up over the smallest thing—a rainbow, a funny face, a new idea—and you realize it’s been way too long since you felt that kind of awe & wonder. When we’re carrying unhealed trauma, it’s like a filter over our life that blocks us from experiencing that natural, joyful curiosity we once had.In this episode, I’m talking with Jeannine Rashidi, an expert in trauma healing and a doctor of Ayurv...

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29:25

298 - 3 Surprising Ways You're Dodging Your Emotions...

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2024/11/05

Let’s be real - when you're frustrated, annoyed, or sad, are you more likely to scroll, snack, or try to snap out of it rather than feel the feels? In today’s episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it really means to numb and suppress emotions—and why it’s holding you back more than you think.We’ll explore why emotional hygiene matters, the common ways we suppress our feelings, and 3 clear signs that you might be numbing out rather than truly feeling.But we’re not stopping there...

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297 - Paving a Self-Compassionate Career Path as a...

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2024/11/01

Is it possible to be driven and ambitious while still being gentle with ourselves?Today’s guest is Dr. Danielle De La Mare, a former tenured professor who found herself stuck in a cycle of burnout and overwork. She was confused, frustrated, and burned out about the future of her career: her imposter feelings--including shame and fear--drove her to intense levels of over-working & often debilitating anxiety.Today, as a career wellness coach, Danielle helps those who are stuck in that old f...

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29:17

296 - 4 Warning Signs You're Headed for Burnout

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2024/10/29

Are you so used to chronic stress that the daily grind feels normal? Many of us don’t recognize the early warning signs of burnout until we’re in pretty deep. In this episode, we’ll explore what burnout actually is, how it differs from regular tiredness, and how it affects your body. Plus, we’ll unpack four warning signs that you may be headed toward burnout and practical steps to start healing before it takes over.In this episode you’ll learn:The difference between burnout and just...

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295 - How to Deal with Resentment in Your Marriage...

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2024/10/25

No matter how long you’ve been married, you’ve probably had those moments where frustration creeps in.Maybe it feels like everything you do for your family goes unnoticed, or maybe you’re not getting the help you need, and the resentment starts to build.Today, I’m sitting down with Julia Barbaro, a Certified Life, Marriage & High-Performance Coach, who’s been married for 25 years and raised six kids alongside her husband. Julia shares her insights on dealing with those moments of resentme...

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31:08

294 - The #1 Reason You Haven't Been Able to Heal...

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2024/10/22

Do you feel like you’re doing all the right things to keep your anxiety at bay, but like a pesky houseguest that never leaves, it keeps showing up?You’re meditating, practicing mindfulness, managing your time better, even cutting back on caffeine—yet that familiar feeling of anxiety always seems to return. Here’s the thing: anxiety isn’t just something we can outthink or outmanage.In this episode, we’re diving into why, despite doing "all the things," anxiety will persist until we address the...

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44:12

293 - Holding the Calm: The Secret to Resolving...

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2024/10/18

Have you ever said to yourself “I wish I could get a do-over”? Especially when it comes to how you handled conflict or snapped at your kids?Enter Hesha Abrams - a fellow attorney, mediator and expert in high-stakes conflict. In discussing her new book Holding the Calm: The Secret to Resolving Conflict and Defusing Tension, Hesha teaches us how to navigate conflict in the moment all while holding onto the calm we need to resolve it. One of her core tenets is that each of us holds the powe...

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292 - 5 Daily Habits that are Dysregulating Your...

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2024/10/15

Do you ever feel like you’re running on autopilot, stuck in a cycle of stress, overwhelm, and burnout? Your nervous system is the control center for everything you experience in your body—whether you feel calm or on edge, how you react to stress, and even how you connect with others. But here’s the catch: your nervous system doesn’t just control how you feel, think, and act; it’s also influenced by your daily habits and routines. Some of your habits might be great for your ner...

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44:37

291 - The Happy Mom Mindset with best-selling author,...

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2024/10/11

What does it mean to you to be a “happy mom”? What about a confident mom? A consistent mom?If you are struggling with worth or direction as a mom who is doing all the things, you don’t want to miss today’s episode.Molly Claire, best-selling author of The Happy Mom Mindset, joins me today to share her personal experience as a single mom of three trying to avoid the mistakes of her own single mother while building a successful business. Stepping out in confidence to take risks with your career ...

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290 - 3 Ways to Show Your Body It’s OK to Relax & Be...

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2024/10/08

Is it often a challenge to unwind after a long day? Do you often feel tense, like your body is holding onto stress even when you’re trying to relax? As high-achieving women, we often carry stress in our bodies without realizing it, leaving us stuck in a constant state of overwhelm. In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into why this happens and sharing practical, somatic ways to show your body that it’s safe to settle down & relax.We’ll explore the connection between your nervous sys...

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289 - Heal Your Metabolism & Balance Your Hormones...

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2024/10/04

Think about it: how much conflicting advice have you heard when it comes to health and diet?Focus on macros. Intermittent fasting. East 6 small meals a day. Today it’s healthy; tomorrow it’s not. With all the health info out there, it can be confusing and overwhelming to heal our metabolism and balance our hormones.I’m joined today by Ashley Fillmore of the Metabolic Fix Method. She works with women to help them break free from restrictive and ineffective diets by focusing on addressing hormo...

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288 - 4 Overlooked Symptoms of Dysregulation That...

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2024/10/01

Do you find yourself snapping at your kids or feeling constantly on edge? Maybe your digestion is finicky or you're always busy. These are just a few of the symptoms of nervous system dysregulation that are often overlooked. We’ve been conditioned to think that because these experiences are common, they must be normal. But they’re not.In this episode, we’re diving into four of the most overlooked symptoms of nervous system dysregulation—things you may have written off as personality...

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287 - The Diamond Framework to Resolving Conflict in...

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2024/09/27

Is dysregulation causing conflict in your marriage, or is your marriage causing you to feel dysregulated? Or does it feel like both are true?When we get married, we don’t just marry a person. The truth is that we also marry their history, their habits, their traumas, and their nervous system. And this can cause a lot of conflict.My guest today is Dr. Wyatt Fisher, a licensed psychologist specializing in couples therapy who’s been married for over 20 years and raised 4 childr...

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286 - 4 Ways to Calm Your Nervous System in 5 Minutes...

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2024/09/24

Have you ever felt like you're just slapping a band-aid on your anxiety or burnout, rather than truly addressing it?In this episode, we explore both foundational and in-the-moment practices that can help regulate your nervous system. You’ll learn four powerful techniques that can calm your nervous system in five minutes or less—all backed by science and easy to implement.Listen in to learn:Four quick techniques to calm your nervous system.The science behind why these methods work.How to ...

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285 - Time with God as Busy Mom: How Prioritizing a...

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2024/09/20

A few years ago I started calling my morning quiet time my “priority time” and something shifted.These days, I start every morning in my favorite cozy spot with my Bible and journal. Some days the house is quiet and some days it’s not. 🤪But I’ve cultivated a morning routine that’s been sustainable and today, I invite you to do the same.I’m joined in this episode by Rosie Alejandro, host of Her Intentional Bible Study and spiritual growth mentor. Rosie has a passion for helping women hear

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