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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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324 - 3 Reasons You're Stuck in Fight-or-Flight (Even...

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2025/01/28

Ever snap at your kids or feel your heart race the second your boss says, “We need to talk,” even though you logically know it’s not a life-or-death situation? You’re not just “overreacting.” Chances are your nervous system is stuck replaying an outdated survival script—one that sounds the alarm at the smallest hint of stress.In today’s episode, we’re calling out 3 reasons your body refuses to let go of fight-or-flight, even when life is actually fine.Turns out, “calm down” isn’t a magic...

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323 - Talk Therapy Not Working? 3 Reasons You’re...

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2025/01/24

Does it feel like you’ve spent hours in talk therapy, dissecting your thoughts and revisiting the past, but still feel stuck in anxiety or burnout? You’re not alone. No shade on talk therapy—it can be life-changing for many.But if you’ve been hashing out your past for awhile now and still can’t shake that anxious, burned-out feeling, there’s a good chance you’re overlooking the root of the problem because trauma, stress, and dysregulation aren’t just stored in your mind—they live in your...

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322 - Healing Anxiety & Burnout: 4 Non-Negotiables...

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2025/01/21

Think healing anxiety & burnout is all about bubble baths and “good vibes only” affirmations? Here’s the truth: real, lasting transformation starts when you disrupt the very patterns that got you stuck in the first place. It’s about ditching the hustle-and-crash cycle, the perfectionism, and the frantic pace that’s been draining you for way too long.In this episode, I’m revealing four non-negotiables if you’ve been craving authentic nervous system healing.They’re essential build...

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39:57

321 - Your Sleep Toolkit: Powerful Strategies for...

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2025/01/17

Ever feel like you’re too wired to rest but too tired to function? Welcome to the struggle so many high-achieving women know all too well. Sleep is the real MVP when it comes to health, performance, and mood, yet it’s often the first thing we sacrifice. But what if getting solid, restorative sleep didn’t have to be a pipe dream?In today’s episode, I’m joined by Morgan Adams, a holistic sleep coach on a mission to help women reclaim their nights without relying on meds. After battling a decade...

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50:17

320 - Find Your Chill (Part 2): 3 Foundational Habits...

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2025/01/14

You’ve tried the breathing exercises, the meditations, the journaling—but your nervous system still feels like it’s stuck on high alert. Sound familiar? In this episode, we’re diving into the real reasons your nervous system isn’t calming down (hint: it’s not your fault) and what you can do to shift into a state of lasting regulationWe’ll explore the sneaky ways modern life keeps us locked in stress, why traditional “top-down” strategies often fall short, and how to work with your nervou...

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319 - Find Your Chill (Part 1): 3 Ways to Calm an...

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2025/01/10

When’s the last time you truly felt calm—not just in your mind, but in your whole body?If you feel stuck in overdrive or your to-do list has you so wired that even your “relaxation time” feels like another obligation, your nervous system is begging for a breather. In this episode, we’re getting straight to the good stuff—simple, science-backed tools to shift your nervous system out of fight-or-flight mode and into a state of safety and calm. No band-aid fixes here. These are practic...

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318 - How to Sleep Better: 3 Game-Changing Tools to...

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2025/01/07

Tired of feeling tired? You’re not alone. As high-achieving moms, we’re often running on coffee and willpower, crashing hard in the afternoon, and praying for just one night of uninterrupted sleep. But here’s the kicker: you can’t out-hustle bad sleep. And if your nervous system is stuck in overdrive, no amount of melatonin is going to fix it.In today’s episode, we’re talking about three powerful, science-backed tools that will help you regulate your nervous system and unlock truly ...

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317- How Self-Compassion Rewires Your Brain for...

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2025/01/03

Turns out, self-compassion is a science-backed superpower for rewiring your brain and creating lasting change.In this episode, I’m joined by Liz Kelly, psychotherapist, clinical social worker, and author, to explore the transformative impact of self-compassion on your brain’s neuroplasticity—the ability to grow, adapt, and heal. If you’ve ever felt stuck in cycles of stress or overwhelmed by life’s demands, Liz’s insights will help you understand why empathy toward yourself isn’t just se...

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316 - Do You Have These 5 Symptoms of Holiday...

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2024/12/31

The holidays are here, and while this season is supposed to be filled with joy and connection, let’s be real—sometimes it feels more like a marathon of to-do lists, social obligations, and a whole lot of pressure to make everything perfect.If you’re feeling more frazzled than festive, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re diving into 5 common symptoms of holiday burnout and, most importantly, simple ways to take back your calm without adding more to your plate.Here’s what you’ll learn...

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315: Unlocking the Power of Your Subconscious Mind...

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2024/12/27

Have you ever wondered why traditional methods of managing stress and anxiety often fall short? In this episode, we explore how to resolve anxiety and stress faster than you thought possible by addressing the root cause—not just the symptoms. Dr. Tara Perry joins me to talk about how accessing your subconscious mind can unlock profound healing and transformation.With over 25 years of experience helping people overcome anxiety, PTSD, trauma, addiction, and more, Dr. Perry shares her ...

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314 - 5 Ways to Tell Your Nervous System Is Healing...

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2024/12/24

Ever wondered what it actually feels like when your nervous system begins to heal—when you start feeling grounded, centered, and balanced in your everyday life?For so many of us, stress and burnout have been the default for so long that we’ve forgotten what a truly healthy, regulated nervous system even feels like.The good news? Healing is possible, and the signs are more tangible than you might think. In this episode, we’re diving into five clear signs that your nervous system is moving...

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313 - Stop Chasing Balance and Become the CEO of Your...

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2024/12/20

What if I told you that work-life balance is a lie…AND that it’s simultaneously possible to have a thriving career, a connected family, and a peaceful home?It’s all about embracing what today’s guest calls "a Life of And."Tiffany Sauder is an entrepreneur, mom of four, and founder of the marketing agency Element Three. Instead of sacrificing one area of life for another, Tiffany shares how she intentionally created a thriving two-career household AND said goodbye to guilt and overwhelm w...

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312 - The 4 Rs of Stress Relief: A Simple Framework...

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2024/12/17

If you’ve ever felt like you’re drowning in fight, flight, or freeze and cannot find your way back to calm, today’s episode is about to change the game. We’re diving into Deb Dana’s 4 Rs of Nervous System Regulation—a simple, science-backed framework to help you reset and reclaim peace, even when life feels like a lot.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✨ The 4 Rs: Recognize, Respect, Regulate, and Re-story (and how they’ll shift you from frazzled to focused).✨ How to stop judging your stress r...

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311 - Buy What You Love Without Going Broke with...

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2024/12/13

Is it possible to embrace frugality without feeling deprived or restricted? What if living frugally could actually spark creativity, deepen your values, and help you live a more intentional life?In this episode, we’re joined by Jen Smith and Jill Sirianni, co-hosts of the wildly popular Frugal Friends Podcast. Jen and Jill are on a mission to transform how people think about money. Jen is a personal finance expert who brings firsthand experience from paying off $78,000 of debt in just tw...

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310 - Burnout Recovery Blueprint (Part 3): Small...

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2024/12/12

This episode is all about the small habit shifts that pack a big punch.In Part 3 of our Burnout Recovery Blueprint series, we’re diving into the habits that make the biggest difference in regulating your nervous system, protecting your energy, and helping you feel more grounded—without overwhelming yourself.Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:✨ Why recovery isn’t about massive overhauls, but small, sustainable changes.💡 The 3 foundational habits proven to regulate your nervous system

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309 - Burnout Recovery Blueprint (Part 2): Get Out of...

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2024/12/11

Need quick, effective tools to calm your nervous system—like now?If you’ve ever felt stuck in survival mode, running on empty, or overwhelmed by stress, this episode is your game-changer. In Part 2 of this 3-part series, we’re diving into The Art & Science of Somatics—and how simple body-based practices can help you reset your nervous system in minutes.Burnout recovery isn’t about pushing harder or thinking your way through stress. It’s about working with your body, not against it.He...

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308 - Burnout Recovery Blueprint (Part 1): The...

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2024/12/10

Exhaustion, overwhelm, and that constant edge? They all trace back to one key factor.Here’s the thing: burnout recovery isn’t about bubble baths, wine nights, or slapping a cute affirmation on your vision board. It’s about getting to the root of what’s got you stuck—and spoiler alert—it’s not your productivity skills or lack of willpower.In Part 1 of this 3-part series, we’re diving into the missing link to burnout recovery: your nervous system. Turns out, most of those burnout symp...

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307 - Break Free from Perfectionism & Procrastination...

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2024/12/06

Let’s talk about perfectionism. You know, that voice in your head that tells you, “If you can’t do it perfectly, why bother doing it at all?” It’s the same voice that has you procrastinating on that new habit or beating yourself up for falling short (again). Spoiler alert: that 'all or nothing' mindset is keeping you feeling stuck.In this episode, I’m joined by Monica Packer, an expert in creating sustainable systems for high-achieving women who feel like they’re always falling shor...

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306 - 10 Signs Your Nervous System Is Dysregulated...

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2024/12/03

Are stress and overwhelm your default settings? Maybe you brush off anxiety, overthinking, or irritability as a part of life as a high-achieving mom. In this episode, I’m calling out 10 signs of nervous system dysregulation that you’ve probably been ignoring or writing off as “just how it is.” Spoiler: constant busyness, perfectionism, and sleepless nights are not your personality—they’re signs your nervous system needs help.Here’s what we’re diving into:Why “common” doesn’t me...

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305 - The Lie of Work-Life Balance and Other Myths of...

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2024/11/29

Work-life balance: is it an actual thing, or just a myth designed to make us feel like we’re failing at everything? Spoiler alert: it’s probably the latter.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jody Carrington—psychologist, speaker, author, and the human equivalent of a warm, no-BS pep talk. Dr. Jody brings two decades of experience working with kids, families, and communities, and she’s here to unpack the real reason we’re all feeling stretched too thin: we’re disconnected. Dr. Jody’s p...

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