In this popular re-aired episode, Alison talks with Cathy Christen about self-care through the lens of energy, health, and intentional living and their conversation focuses on how nourishing ourselves can come from more than just sleep, food, and exercise.

Cathy shares her background in entrepreneurship and explains that after years of pushing hard, she became burnt out and realized that success was not sustainable if she ignored her own wellbeing.

They discuss the idea that energy has several parts: physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. Cathy describes how joy, meaningful relationships, mindfulness, and prayer all contribute to how she feels each day, along with practical habits like time blocking and choosing what matters most.

She also explains how her approach changed after having children. Instead of following a rigid routine, she adapted her mornings to include meditation, affirmations, shared family time, and trade-offs with her husband so both of them can care for themselves.

They close with practical guidance for listeners who feel overwhelmed. Cathy encourages starting with a clear reason for wanting better health, making a dreams list, finding support through a mentor or community, and being honest about what is draining versus what is life-giving.

HIGHLIGHTS:

0:06 Energy and Self-Care Reset

3:39 Beyond Physical Energy

6:04 New Mom, New Routine

7:27 Four Kinds of Energy

10:01 Fueling What Matters

12:48 Finding Your Why

15:03 Dream Big, Live Intentionally

17:53 Life on Purpose

19:22 Delegate the Drain

22:04 Forgiveness and Healing

25:01 Start With a Mentor

27:25 Make Time by Choice

29:30 Closing Thoughts on Priorities

connect with Cathy

website: https://cathychristen.com

Life As A Masterpiece book: https://a.co/d/06uMkQOW

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