Have you ever caught yourself putting everyone else’s needs before your own... only to end up tired, resentful, and frustrated? It feels noble in the moment, but there’s a hidden cost. Today I’m sharing a personal story from my own life that shows how playing the martyr role actually hurts everyone involved, including the people we love most.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

🔸 What the martyr complex is and why it’s so destructive

🔸 How unnecessary self-sacrifice leads to resentment, guilt, and disconnection

🔸 The difference between true generosity and giving from obligation

🔸 Why self-care isn’t selfish — it’s essential for healthy relationships

🔸 Practical ways to be authentic and honest about your needs so everyone wins

If you’ve ever struggled with self-care guilt, caregiver burnout, or the feeling that you’re always giving but never refueling, this episode will help you see things in a new light. You’ll walk away with both encouragement and clarity on how to stop playing the martyr, and and start showing up with more energy, patience, and true generosity.

Tune in to learn how to let go of guilt, honor your needs, and give from a place of wellness, not depletion.

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Think you’re eating plenty of protein? You might be surprised.

So many foods are considered “great protein sources,” but when you look closely, most of the calories are actually coming from fat or carbs. In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on some of the biggest offenders — foods that look protein-rich but tell a different story when you compare them calorie for calorie with a lean protein source like chicken breast.

You'll learn:

🔸 Why cheese is more of a fat source than a protein source (and what to swap it with)

🔸 The real story behind ground beef labels like “93% lean,” and why they can be misleading

🔸 Eggs vs egg whites — how to get the nutrients you want without the extra calories

🔸 Why nuts and nut butters aren’t the protein bombs you’ve been told they are

🔸 Protein bars: how to spot the ones that are basically candy bars in disguise

The goal isn’t to cut out these foods completely. It’s to understand what you’re really eating so you can build balanced meals that support your energy, your workouts, and your goals.

Protein doesn’t have to be complicated, but it does require a little awareness. Let’s dive in!

🎧 Listen now and learn how to avoid these common protein mistakes.

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Do you ever feel guilty when life slows down, like you should immediately fill the space with more tasks? In this episode, I'm talking about why rest feels so uncomfortable, why busyness is worn like a badge of honor, and how to break free from toxic productivity.

This episode will help you recognize the hidden beliefs that tie your worth to how busy you are and give you permission to embrace rest as a powerful part of living a healthy, productive life.

You'll learn:

🔸 The cultural pressure that makes so many of us feel guilty for slowing down

🔸 Why being busy doesn’t necessarily mean you’re productive

🔸 The difference between toxic productivity and healthy productivity

🔸 Why rest is not laziness but a vital part of true productivity

If you’ve been caught in the cycle of go, go, go, this episode will remind you that slowing down is not a failure. It’s an intentional choice that keeps you energized, focused, and aligned with what matters most.

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Enjoying the podcast? Be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode—and if you’re finding it helpful, I’d love it if you left a review! ❤️️

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The content of this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only, not medical advice. Please speak with your health care professional about any health concerns you may have.