Episode Description:

Loneliness doesn’t always show up with warning signs.

Sometimes it’s loud. Other times, it’s that quiet urge to fill an online cart you don’t need, or the weird heaviness of a free weekend with nothing on the calendar.

In this solo episode of The Drama-Free Healthy Living Podcast, let’s talk about the very human experience of feeling disconnected—and what to actually do about it.

I’ll walk you through my go-to “Loneliness Game Plan,” a set of simple, practical steps to help you manage those tough moments without spiraling into habits that leave you feeling worse. No judgment, just tools that work when you’re not feeling like your best self.

This is about supporting yourself—on the days you need it most.

Key Takeaways:

• Why loneliness can hit anyone—regardless of personality or relationship status
  
  

• Recognizing your personal triggers (and how they sneak up on you)
  
  

• Healthy vs. not-so-helpful coping mechanisms—and how to tell the difference
  
  

• How to build a “Loneliness Game Plan” tailored to your real life
  
  

• What it means to show up for yourself with care, not criticism

There’s no perfect system for handling hard emotions—but having a plan helps. A walk, a call, a small routine, even blasting music while scrubbing the bathroom—those little acts are more powerful than they seem. Loneliness may be part of life, but it doesn’t have to define your day. Keep your list nearby, stay curious about what you need, and remember: feeling off doesn’t mean you’re off track.

Want more real-life tools to manage stress and tough emotions?

Check out my book The Little Book of Game Changers: 50 Healthy Habits for Managing Stress & Anxiety. It’s full of simple, doable strategies that support your mental and emotional well-being—especially on the days when everything feels like too much.

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Episode Description:

It’s easy to tell ourselves we’ll move “when things calm down.” But let’s be honest—life rarely slows down on its own.

In this solo episode, I’m breaking down the all or nothing mindset that keeps so many of us from moving our bodies in a way that actually feels supportive. Whether you're in a busy season, feeling low on energy, or just trying to figure out how movement can realistically fit into your day, this is your reminder that it doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful.

We’ll explore why movement is more than a tool for physical health. It’s a way to reset, refocus, and reconnect with yourself. And yes, even five minutes counts.

If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just plain tired, this episode is full of gentle encouragement to help you rethink your approach and make movement work for you.

Key Takeaways:

• Reframe your relationship with exercise by focusing on how it makes you feel, not how it should look.

• Let go of the pressure to do long workouts—small, consistent movement adds up.

• Discover simple ways to find time to move, even on your busiest days.

• Use physical activity as a tool to boost energy and work through stress or emotion.

• Make movement feel approachable and aligned with your current season of life.
  
  

Movement doesn’t have to be perfect to be meaningful. Sometimes the win is simply showing up. Let this be your invitation to move with kindness, with curiosity, and most of all, with the reminder that you're allowed to make space for yourself—even in the busiest seasons.

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Episode Description:

Transitions—big or small—have a way of shaking up everything we thought we had figured out. In this solo episode, I’m opening up about a deeply personal season of change—from healing after surgery to embracing motherhood through surrogacy after a long and challenging fertility journey. I’m not just sharing the milestones—I’m talking about the messy middle, the identity shifts, and what it really means to stay grounded when everything around you is changing.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re supposed to “have it all together” in the middle of a life transition, this one’s for you.

• Redefine what balance looks like in your current season—because what worked before may not work now, and that’s more than okay.

• Simplify your nutrition with realistic, feel-good meals that support energy, healing, and clarity (no perfection required).

• Shift your movement mindset: consistency over intensity, and curiosity over pressure.

• Build simple rituals—like journaling, breathwork, or stepping outside—that help anchor you when life feels chaotic.

• Protect your energy (especially online), set boundaries, and give yourself full permission to curate what you consume.

No one teaches us how to care for ourselves when the ground is shifting. But we can learn to respond with gentleness, presence, and a few small habits that make a big difference. You don’t have to be thriving to be growing—and self-care doesn’t have to be fancy to be effective.

If you’ve read The Little Book of Game Changers, you’ll recognize a few of these small-but-mighty habits that I keep coming back to—especially in seasons where everything feels uncertain. And if you’ve read The Farewell Tour, you’ll hear echoes of the lessons I learned about caring for others and for myself when life takes unexpected turns. This episode pulls from both.

Tune in, take what you need, and if this episode speaks to you, pass it along to someone who might need it too.

Curious about surrogacy? This article from the Cleveland Clinic offers a great overview:
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/23186-gestational-surrogacy

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