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Words of Wellness with Shelly

Shelly Jefferis

Do you get confused by all of the information that is available regarding ways to improve your health and wellness? Do you often become frustrated or overwhelmed with decisions on how to be your healthiest? We all know and understand how important our health and wellness is to the vitality of our lives, however navigating the wealth of health and wellness information available can often feel overwhelming. Understanding the significance of our well-being in leading fulfilling lives is crucial, yet

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25:00

Shelly's Shares: Could "Hurrying" Be Draining Your...

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2026/02/23

Send a text What if the real cost of your busy life isn’t stress, but lost moments of wisdom, joy, and connection? We dive into the quiet epidemic of hurry sickness—those subtle patterns of rushing, overcommitting, and numbing that leave us irritable, anxious, and strangely disconnected from what matters most. Drawing on insights from The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry and our own lived stories, we map the 10 core symptoms—from restlessness and workaholism to emotional numbness and isolation—a...

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44:58

From Hot Flashes To Healing: An Ayurvedic Guide To...

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2026/02/18

Send a text Menopause isn’t a malfunction—it’s a redesign. We sit down with Ayurvedic practitioner and yoga teacher Hannah Levin to explore how midlife can become a powerful reset for your body, your routines, and your sense of purpose. Instead of chasing fixes, we focus on balance through food, sleep, herbs, and small daily rituals that help you feel steady and clear. Hannah explains the elemental shift from the fire-and-water years of creation to the air-and-space years after menopause, an...

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25:18

Shelly's Shares: Heart Health, Not Fate; Choose It

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2026/02/16

Send a text Heart disease isn’t destiny, and it isn’t just about cholesterol. We unpack the real drivers that push risk higher—chronic stress, poor sleep, blood sugar swings, inflammation, and everyday toxin exposure—and show how small, doable habits build a stronger, more resilient heart. From decoding women’s often-missed symptoms to the Monday morning spike in heart attacks, we cut through the noise with practical guidance you can use today. We share how to help alleviate some stress mome...

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18:07

Human Connection And The Case For Community

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2026/02/11

Send a text Ever notice how a single hour with a friend can do more for your mood than an entire day of scrolling? We dig into the real engine of wellness—human connection—and why face-to-face time still beats any feed, app, or clever bot. As trust frays and AI speeds ahead, we share grounded ways to protect what matters most: eye contact, shared laughs, and the steady rhythm of showing up for each other. We start by sharing grim statistics about the lack of trust among individuals. The need...

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23:06

Shelly's Shares: Practical Ways To Calm Your Body And...

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2026/02/09

Send a text Stress doesn’t disappear; it just shifts and evolves. We explore how your body reads both bad news and good milestones as stress, why the alarm feels the same, and how to guide yourself back to balance before burnout steals your focus, sleep, and joy. Drawing on decades in wellness and teaching, Shelly breaks down the physiology in plain language—sympathetic activation, adrenaline, cortisol—and maps the three stages of stress: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion. With that foundatio...

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41:38

Nourish Without Diets: Lauren Dorman Shares How Small...

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2026/02/04

Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed by wellness advice that screams for more restriction and less joy? We sat down with registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator Lauren Dorman to reframe health as a whole-person journey grounded in vision, beliefs, and small, sustainable habits. Instead of chasing the scale or counting every bite, we dig into why small shifts can unlock better sleep, steadier energy, and real momentum. Lauren introduces her Nine to Nourished framework: a practical ...

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20:36

Shelly's Shares: How Simple Nutrition Choices Boost...

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2026/02/02

Send us a text Feeling stuck between strict diet rules and real life? We walk through a calm, practical path to eating for longevity that leaves room for joy. The focus is simple: build plates around plants and quality protein, lean on Mediterranean and heart-healthy patterns. No calorie tallying or macro micromanaging required unless a medical goal calls for it. Shelly shares a personal moment navigating vertigo and sodium limits to show when numbers truly matter—and when they just add stre...

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54:29

From Fitness OG To Longevity Coach: A Practical Path...

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2026/01/28

Send us a text If health felt lighter, would you show up more often? We sit down with fitness pioneer Cathy Savage to reframe longevity as a joyful, no-extremes path you can live with today and still love a decade from now. Cathy helped redefine what success looks like in the gym; now she’s bringing that health-first mindset to food, movement, sleep, stress, and brain health so you can add life to your years. We talk about building a sustainable rhythm with Mediterranean-style eating, rhythm...

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18:50

Shelly's Shares: Practical Sleep Habits For Energy...

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2026/01/26

Send us a text Want more energy tomorrow and healthier years ahead? Start with the habit that powers everything else: sleep. Shelly guides us through a clear, compassionate roadmap for better rest—one that respects real life while delivering real results. We connect sleep to longevity, mood, focus, and cellular repair, then map simple steps you can apply tonight without overhauling your entire routine. Shelly breaks down what a calming evening looks like: dimming lights to cue melatonin, mov...

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28:45

Unstuck And On Purpose: How To Reclaim Joy, Gain Body...

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2026/01/21

Send us a text Feeling stuck can look like busy calendars, tidy goals, and a quiet ache that whispers, life wants more from me. We sat down with Shauna, a women’s next chapter mentor and yoga instructor, to explore how real change happens when you stop living by “shoulds” and start listening to your body’s truth. Her story moves from a traumatic past to a grounded present, where compassion, clarity, and practice—not perfection—shape a life you actually want. We cover the difference between g...

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16:14

Shelly's Shares: Longevity Starts With Smarter...

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2026/01/19

Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed by fitness advice that tells you to push harder, go longer, and never miss a day? Let’s trade burnout for a smarter plan that actually works. We’re kicking off a four-part longevity series by unpacking the movement habits that help you age strong: sustainable cardio, essential strength training, and daily flexibility that keeps joints happy. We start by reframing cardio so it supports your life instead of draining it. The talk test becomes your guide to int...

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35:43

Fertility, Loss, And Knowing Your Cycle

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2026/01/14

Send us a text The path to pregnancy shouldn’t feel like decoding a secret language. We sit down with fertility awareness educator Emma Goff to make the science human, actionable, and calm. From the truth about the fertile window to how cervical mucus actually works, this conversation replaces calendar guessing with body literacy you can trust. We dig into why so many people feel “irregular” when their cycles are simply varied within a normal range, and how stress, adolescence, postpartum sh...

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17:50

Shelly's Shares: Grace, Time, And Self-Care As The...

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2026/01/12

Send us a text The quiet after a goodbye can feel deafening. When kids head back to school, jobs, or new homes, many of us are left holding a swirl of emotions—love, pride, relief, and a deep ache that shows up in the stillness of their empty rooms. We open up the discussion, we walk through it together, and share tools that genuinely help. Shelly opens up about a decade of goodbyes and what those moments taught her about real self-care. She breaks down three practices that make a tangible d...

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42:08

From Clinic Limits To Lasting Wellness: How Coaching...

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2026/01/07

Send us a text Confused by wellness noise and quick fixes that never seem to stick? We bring on Shannon, a nurse practitioner and holistic health coach, to bridge the gap between rushed clinic visits and the real‑life support it takes to create lasting change. Together we unpack how to cut through misinformation, build consistency, and protect long‑term health with strength training, protein, and movement you actually enjoy. Shannon shares what she sees on the front lines: limited appointmen...

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Shelly's Shares: Wellness And Renewal In 2026

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2026/01/05

Send us a text We kick off the new year with season three of Words of Wellness!! Wow, time flies when you are having fun!!!! The conversation also begins with a clear call to trade fragile resolutions for grounded momentum, clarity, and daily renewal. We step into 2026 with practical tools for health and longevity, guided by a simple idea: choose one word that anchors your choices and keeps you moving with purpose. Drawing inspiration from the Year of the Horse—energy, courage, freedom, stren...

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16:06

Shelly's Shares: Simple Daily Habits To Boost Energy,...

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2025/12/29

Send us a text Feeling pulled in every direction by the season and still trying to take care of your health? We’re sharing a practical wellness playbook you can use today to boost energy, protect your peace, and feel more like yourself—without rigid rules or complicated plans. We start with the mindset that anchors everything: your health, joy, and calm matter. From there, Shelly walks through simple daily shifts that pay off fast. You’ll learn why water before coffee can change your morning...

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36:13

Fuel, Move, Sleep: Science-Backed Habits For Winter...

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2025/12/22

Send us a text Feeling foggy, run down, or stuck as the days get shorter? We invited Dr. Paul Arciero—renowned researcher in nutrition and exercise physiology—to map out a winter-ready wellness plan that’s simple, science-backed, and actually doable. We start by reframing “flu season” as a lifestyle season, then build a routine that protects energy, immunity, and cognition without extremes. We break down bookend nutrition: why a protein-forward breakfast within an hour of waking, paired with...

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60:29

Personalized Health Without The Hype: Epigenetics,...

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2025/12/17

Send us a text Your DNA isn’t a verdict; it’s a starting point. We sit down with epigenetic human performance coach Susan Robbins to unpack how daily choices—when you eat, how you sleep, the way you train, even when you schedule hard conversations—reshape gene expression and ripple into longevity, mood, and metabolic health. Instead of chasing hacks, we walk through practical tools that translate biology into clear steps you can follow without counting macros or buying into trends. Susan bre...

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Shelly's Shares: A Few of Her Favorites, Small Swaps,...

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2025/12/15

Send us a text Want a simpler path through the wellness maze? Shelly opens up about two decades of testing “clean” products and shares the standouts that actually deliver: low-toxin skincare that feels good on your skin, safer scents that don’t hide mystery chemicals, and home essentials that make daily life easier without compromising your health. We also unpack the mindset behind better choices—clear standards, patient experimentation, and faith-grounded routines that keep you steady when m...

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31:06

From ER To Empowerment: Navigating PCOS And...

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2025/12/10

Send us a text What if the path out of overwhelm isn’t a 90-day overhaul but the smallest meaningful step you can repeat today? That simple pivot anchors a candid, energizing conversation with Lindsie Vizethann, a former ER nurse who now coaches women through PCOS with practical tools and real empathy. We trace her move from high-stress hospital shifts to building a gym community to guiding clients beyond symptom management, and we unpack the mindset shift that turns “start again Monday” into...

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