It's that time of year again, and are you tired of every holiday meal feeling like a minefield of food guilt and old diet rules? Have you ever wondered why your PCOS symptoms, like the "itis," brain fog, and intense cravings, spiral the moment you step into a family gathering? Today, I reveal how surviving the season isn't about more restriction, but finally giving your body the blood sugar support it needs to thrive.

In this episode, I break the silence on why skipping meals to "save up" for dinner is actually sabotaging your hormones and keeping you stuck in survival mode. I share the raw truth about insulin resistance, why your nervous system remembers those judgmental comments about your plate, and how to use the "Holiday Plate Mindset" to honor your body without missing out on tradition.

Stop the cycle of punishment and January resets; your journey to becoming her requires consistency, compassion, and the permission to enjoy your life.

If this episode spoke to you, I'd love for you to share it with another woman who needs to hear this message this holiday season. And, if you're ready to learn about how to support your PCOS without burnout, restriction, or starting over every Monday, make sure to give us a follow on Instagram, @pcosuncensored and hit follow or subscribe on your favorite podcast app so you don't miss the next episode. In the new year, I'll also be sharing resources and tools to support your PCOS healing. So, stay tuned and Happy Holidays!

• What's really happening with the common cycle of holiday-induced food guilt and the damaging "I'll just start over in January" mindset that many women with PCOS experience [0:45]

• Why the holidays feel so emotionally charged, and where food guilt really comes from [1:40]

• How blood sugar support isn't just a "holiday thing" but rather a foundational tool that will allow you to enjoy the season without guilt [3:28]

• An easy-to-understand explanation of insulin resistance and what happens when "insulin is knocking, but the cells aren't answering" [4:37]

• A look at "the itis" and how it serves as feedback that your plate was likely missing necessary protein, fiber, or fat [5:57]

• The "Holiday Plate Mindset," a foundational PCOS strategy focusing on eating protein and fiber first to enjoy favorite foods without the subsequent spiral [7:53]

• Actionable recovery steps after a heavy meal that doesn't include restrictive detoxes or fasts [8:54]

Ok, it's time for some real talk. Are you tired of feeling like your body is a battleground, especially when holiday pressure starts to mount? Have you ever wondered why your PCOS symptoms, like the inflammation, the "tired but wired" nights, and the intense cravings, seem to scream louder the harder you try to "push through"? What if the breakthrough you've been praying for isn't found in more discipline, but in finally giving your body permission to feel safe?

I break down the silence on why choosing "soft" isn't a luxury, but rather a physiological strategy for transformation. I explain the raw truth about how survival mode and holiday obligations spike your cortisol and stall your progress, and so much more.

Today, we'll move beyond one-size-fits-all advice to redefine rest as the absence of urgency, shifting you out of "fight or flight" and into a regulated, faith-fueled space where your body can finally do what it was designed to do: HEAL.

Stop the holiday burnout and start cooperating with your healing; your journey to becoming her starts with a single, intentional breath…

If this episode spoke to you, I'd love for you to share with another woman who needs permission to slow down. And, if you're ready to learn about how to support your PCOS without burnout, restriction, or starting over every Monday, make sure to give us a follow on Instagram, @pcosuncensored and hit follow or subscribe on your favorite podcast app so you don't miss the next episode. Until next time, rest well, trust the process, and remember, you don't know what you don't know!

• Why choosing rest over holiday pressure isn't laziness, it's a necessity for women with PCOS [0:38]

• The biological link between holiday stress and PCOS symptoms [1:22]

• A daily self-reflection tool I have for you that will help in reducing your mental load every day, not just over the holidays [1:51]

• How to redefine the concept of "rest" and practical examples that you may not have thought of [2:50]

• The significant benefits you'll receive by performing just one daily activity slowly and with intention to provide direct support to your nervous system [3:28]

• What a "soft life" actually looks like and the role this plays in creating internal safety through predictable routines and emotional boundaries [4:42]

• Why healing begins with safety rather than discipline, and the key reasons a body stuck in "fight or flight" mode struggles to see physical progress [6:12]

• Take action with a guided breathing exercise designed to signal safety to the brain [6:24]

For far too long, you've been failed by rushed appointments and one-size-fits-all advice.

I'm Staja Dean — the PCOS Hottie Coach — with over 10 years of healthcare experience, and I'm here to break the silence.

This isn't just another podcast.

This is a raw, real, faith-fueled space where your body is finally explained — often better than it ever was in the doctor's office — and your journey finally starts to make sense.

In this trailer, I'm giving you a sneak peek into what you'll hear in upcoming episodes and why information alone isn't healing.

We're going deeper — into the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual layers of PCOS transformation — so you can stop Googling, stop guessing, and start understanding your body with clarity and confidence.

If you're ready to silence the shame and step into healing with truth, faith, and strategy… your breakthrough starts now.