Be Well with Steph, The Podcast

24. Simple Ways to Reduce Stress & Overwhelm w/ Shannon South, Stress Relief Expert

Is stress interrupting your peace & joy? Does life sometimes get overwhelming, making you feel like NOT the best version of yourself? (Of course it does - that happens to all of us sometimes!) I’m so grateful to have had the chance to chat with Shannon South, a stress relief expert with simple, practical strategies for reducing your daily stress so you can live life more fully!

Thanks soooo much for tuning in. Shannon & I would both love to connect! 

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Shannon’s Instagram: www.instagram.com/shannonsouthnostress

Join Shannon’s Facebook Group for free workshops! https://bit.ly/HighPerformanceGratitude

Shannon’s Online Course: https://bit.ly/THEStressReliefCourse

'In just 5 minutes a day for 15 days you will have melted away years of stress, have new-found energy, and learned everything you need to relieve your stress instantly.'

Featured song: "Be Well" by Sara Elizabeth feat. Ethos Logos Pathos Music - find Sara Elizabeth on social @saraemusic 

23. ”Break the Funk” - Finding Motivation & Energy

"Finding motivation" can feel really difficult; I believe we don't find it, we CREATE it. This episode breaks down a series of small actions that I've learned help me to break out of a funk & get back to the task at hand! Whether at home or work, these are strategies that I hope will help you hit a reset button when you need it.

Extended show notes for this episode are on my blog - click here!

Ready to start your free 7-day trial of Be Well Together, my membership program for working on your wellness & nutrition goals? Check it out here!

Featured song: "Be Well" by Sara Elizabeth feat. Ethos Logos Pathos Music - find Sara Elizabeth on social @saraemusic

22. Tips for Healthy Eating On the Go!

You are so busy. We are all so, so busy! In this episode, I'm sharing a few thoughts on how to make healthy options throughout the week a little easier… We're talking food prep, batch cooking, shortcuts, grabbable items, and more!

Do you take any steps to make eating during your busy week easier? Head over to Instagram and find me at @bewellwithsteph_ (You can comment on a recent post, share a screenshot of this episode, or tag me in a picture of your prep so I can share it with the rest of our community!)

Interested in joining us in Be Well Together, my monthly membership program for creating a healthy lifestyle you love? Head to www.bewellwithsteph.com/together to start your FREE TRIAL. :)

Featured song: "Be Well" by Sara Elizabeth feat. Ethos Logos Pathos Music - find Sara Elizabeth on social @saraemusic

21. My Bedtime Routine for a Restful Night‘s Sleep!

One of the things that makes the absolute biggest difference in the way I feel and function every day is the quality of my SLEEP! In this episode I'm sharing exactly what I do every night to encourage my brain and body to get the most peaceful, restorative rest possible.

I wrote a more detailed blog post for this episode & I'd love for you to take a peek! Find show notes here.

Some of my fav bedtime products:

• I don't have specific brand of melatonin I use; I find them all really equally effective. When I really know my sleep has been poor or I am anxious at bedtime, I use this Prime Sleep supplement. *affiliate link
• Also a big CBD fan - I use Bison Botanics.
• Skin care products from Buffalo Gal Organic Skincare, and this is my current favorite cleanser. You can use the code BEWELLWITHSTEPH for 15% off your whole order, though! *affiliate link
• This lavender Magnesium Balm is magic for making you feel relaxed, plus magnesium is wonderful for sleep support.

We also carry the above products at Wellness in the Village if you're in WNY (because I love them & use them, and only stock products I love/would use!)

Remember, these are just the things that I do, use, and love to promote good sleep. Your routine might be different, but I think it is oh-so-important! Do you have parts of your bedtime that you love? Share with us on Instagram! Comment on this week's podcast post, OR create your own post/story and tag @bewellwithsteph_ so I can share your idea with the community!

Sleep well. :)

Featured song: "Be Well" by Sara Elizabeth feat. Ethos Logos Pathos Music - find Sara Elizabeth on social @saraemusic 

20. Snack Pairs: How to Give Yourself Lasting Energy While Munching!

Fall is just about here, kids & teachers have returned to school, and schedules are getting busier! You might be finding that your long on-the-go day requires you to be focused and have lasting energy. You might even be so busy that you find yourself skipping meals or trying to grab random things... and that's probably not the best way to keep yourself fueled and feeling good, is it?

Enter: Snack Pairs! Let me explain what these are, describe some of my favorite combos, and teach you how you can easily pair your own!

Ready to give this Snack Pair idea a whirl? Do you already have a pairing you love? Share with us on Instagram! Comment on this week's podcast post, OR create your own post/story and tag @bewellwithsteph_ so I can share your idea with the community! Happy snacking. :)

Interested in joining us in Be Well Together, my monthly membership program for creating a healthy lifestyle you love? All things Fall are coming!! Head to www.bewellwithsteph.com/together to start your FREE TRIAL. 

Featured song: "Be Well" by Sara Elizabeth feat. Ethos Logos Pathos Music - find Sara Elizabeth on social @saraemusic 

19. The One Where We Chat with My SISTER!

A talented singer-songwriter, champion of the Western New York music scene, program director for a non-profit, skilled sound engineer and my podcast editor, and my SISTER - that's right, today we are chatting with none other than Sara Elizabeth! While we are both multi-passionate, entrepreneurial, millennial women, and both vegan & plant-based, in many ways she is the Yin to my Yang!

We're chatting about growing up together, being homeschooling, becoming vegan, being a creative spirit, and lots more. I am wildly excited to share this episode with you!

We would both love to connect: Anything we have in common? Questions you're left with? As always, you can head over to Instagram and find me at @bewellwithsteph_ to comment on my weekly podcast post and let us know your thoughts. Be sure to follow @saraemusic while you're there!

For music & all things Sara Elizabeth: Click here!

Wondering if Nutrition Coaching might be a good fit for you and your struggles or goals? Let’s book a free Discovery Call and have a chat! Visit www.bewellwithstep.com/workwithme to learn more.

Featured song: "Be Well" by Sara Elizabeth feat. Ethos Logos Pathos Music - find Sara Elizabeth on social @saraemusic

18. Foods I Never Knew About Before Being Vegan

In learning to think outside the box about food & eat in new, creative, ways, my exposure to new foods grew SO much! Instead of feeling restricted or deprived, being vegan/eating a plant-based diet has given me more options in the kitchen than I ever knew existed.

Of course, you don't need to identify as vegan or even plant-based to incorporate the foods I share in this episode, just like you don't need to be plant-based to eat an apple, chips & salsa, almonds, etc. They're just new, super nutritious foods to add to your wheelhouse & expand your options!

Have you tried any of these? Does one peek your interest?? Head over to Instagram and find me at @bewellwithsteph_ (You can comment on a recent post, share a screenshot of this episode with your thoughts, or send me a DM!)

Interested in joining us in Be Well Together, my membership program for creating a healthy lifestyle you love? Head to www.bewellwithsteph.com/together to start your FREE TRIAL. :)

Featured song: "Be Well" by Sara Elizabeth feat. Ethos Logos Pathos Music - find Sara Elizabeth on social @saraemusic

17. Cravings Are Not About Willpower

You are strong. And you are smart. You are capable of doing hard things; you are capable of doing anything you want to. I wholeheartedly believe that! And I also believe that it is normal to have cravings that you don't feel able to beat and that feel out of your control, especially when it comes to foods that are full of sugar, fat, sodium... Those taste good to humans! You are human!

Controlling cravings is not about willpower. It is very much about your mindset around food and the practical strategies and steps that you take each day. THAT is what we will be chatting about in today's episode.

Head over to Instagram and find me at @bewellwithsteph_ to comment on my weekly podcast post and let us know your thoughts - how do these mindset shifts surrounding cravings make you feel? What are you still wondering about? 

Wondering if Nutrition Coaching might be a good fit for you and your struggles or goals? Let’s book a free Discovery Call and have a chat! Visit www.bewellwithstep.com/workwithme to learn more.

Featured song: "Be Well" by Sara Elizabeth feat. Ethos Logos Pathos Music - find Sara Elizabeth on social @saraemusic

16. I challenge you to a walk! (benefits of increasing daily movement)

It’s time for you to get up and move your body! You don’t need an exercise program to get the benefits of movement - you just need to go for a walk!

Walking is probably my favorite form of self-care. I swear I could stroll around town for hours, by myself, with my dog ChaCha, with my mom, with a friend… I walk and talk, walk and work, walk and think, walk and breathe… and I HIGHLY encourage you to give it a try, too!

Head over to Instagram and find me at @bewellwithsteph_ (You can comment on a recent post, share a screenshot of this episode, or tag me in a picture of your walk so I can share it with the rest of our community!)

Interested in joining us in Be Well Together, my monthly membership program for creating a healthy lifestyle you love? August is National Wellness Month, so I am packing in the resources!! Head to www.bewellwithsteph.com/together to start your FREE TRIAL. :)

Featured song: "Be Well" by Sara Elizabeth feat. Ethos Logos Pathos Music - find Sara Elizabeth on social @saraemusic

15. Plant Protein, Part 2: Soy, Protein Powder, Collagen, & more!

Oooo this is a fun one for me! **If you didn’t listen to Ep. 14: Plant Protein, Part 1, go back and start there first.** Today I’m continuing the discussion by tackling some myths and misconceptions around plant protein (and protein in general), based on questions I get all the time!

Definitely interested in hearing your thoughts on these hot topics. Left with any questions?? Head over to Instagram and find me at @bewellwithsteph_ (You can comment on a recent post, share a screenshot of this episode, or send me a dm!)

Products I love that support collagen production (face serum, aloe, vitamin C, etc) can be found in the Favorite Things section of my website - some discounts available, too! 

Research on soy, so you don’t have to take my word for it!

Visit www.bewellwithsteph.com for more about coaching opportunities, the Be Well Together membership, special events, my blog, & more. :)

Featured song: "Be Well" by Sara Elizabeth feat. Ethos Logos Pathos Music - find Sara Elizabeth on social @saraemusic