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Why do we abandon routines that are actually working...and call it growth?

In this episode, Dr. Michelle explores a subtle form of self-sabotage common among high-functioning women: making tiny, logical-seeming pivots away from what’s working in the name of improvement, variety, or optimization. Using relatable examples like switching nail salons, changing diet or exercise routines, and constantly tweaking self-care practices, she explains why boredom doesn’t mean broken and why your nervous system actually craves simple, predictable foundations.

You’ll learn the difference between foundations and experiences, how small changes quietly kill big results, and how to create safety and momentum through gentle consistency. This episode offers practical reframes, micro-practices, and a compassionate nervous-system lens to help you stop starting over and begin protecting what already supports you.

Perfect for caregivers, overwhelmed moms, and high-achieving women who want sustainable change without burnout.

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Caring for others—whether in your personal or professional life—can be deeply fulfilling, but it also comes with its challenges. The weight of constant caregiving can leave even the most dedicated among us feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and burned out. Too often, societal and cultural norms reinforce the idea that sacrificing ourselves is the price of being a “good” caregiver.

But here’s the truth: you cannot pour from an empty cup. You deserve to care for others without losing yourself in the process.

Welcome to The JoyfulRx podcast—your weekly dose of inspiration, tools, and strategies to rediscover your inner joy. Hosted by Dr. Michelle Welch, a practicing physician, mother, children’s author, entrepreneur, and certified coach, this podcast is designed specifically for caregivers who are ready to stop surviving and start thriving.

Each week, Dr. Michelle dives into topics that matter most to caregivers, offering practical steps and actionable insights to help you reclaim your joy, build resilience, and create a life where you can serve others from your overflow, not your reserves.

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Visit: www.joyfulrx.ca to download free resources, powerful exercises and activities you can do today, to move you from burnout to balance. You can also join our Newsletter (we promise to only send information you will love).

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