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Real WellnessBurnout is Breaking Your Heart (Literally)What if burnout and being exhausted isn’t just miserable?What if it is increasing your heart disease risk, too?Research shows burnout is linked to higher rates of cardiovascular disease, elevated blood pressure, and chronic inflammation.In this episode, you’ll learn:What lifestyle cardiologists emphasize beyond cholesterol managementHow stress reduction directly impacts your heart healthWhy your body can heal when given the right conditionsIf you’re successful on paper but tired in your body and brain — this conversation matters today.Press pl...
2026-02-2110 minReal WellnessThe Invisible Habits Draining Your EnergyYou’re doing the “right” things—sleep, movement, nutrition—So why does your energy still disappear?In this episode, I break down the invisible habits quietly draining your energy every day.Not big life mistakes.Not lack of discipline.But mental patterns like open loops, decision fatigue, and thinking styles that exhaust your nervous system before noon.You’ll start to see why rest alone doesn’t fix fatigue.Listen now to identify your biggest Energy Escapes—and reclaim calm, focused energy y...
2026-02-1114 minReal WellnessWhy Habits Are a Nervous System ProblemEver notice how you know what to do to build more energy…But still can’t stick with it?It’s not a discipline problem.And it’s not a motivation problem.Habit change lives in your nervous system—not your willpower.In this episode, I’m joined by therapist Sally Marciel, founder of The Hope Preserve, to unpack why pressure backfires, why all-or-nothing habits collapse, and how your body may be blocking change in an effort to keep you safe.You’ll discover how to stop fi...
2026-02-0334 minReal WellnessYour Goals Aren't Too Big. They're Just Draining You.Your goals aren’t the problem.They are just designed in a way that is draining your energy.After speaking to CEOs and executive directors last week, one thing was clear:Big goals weren’t burning people out — how they were pursuing them was.In this episode, you'll learn:A life-changing filter to evaluate any goal or commitmentA simple shift from Return on Investment to Return on EnergyThe practical planning tool that turns the year from overwhelming to excitingThis i...
2026-01-3012 minReal WellnessThese 4 Nutrients Keep Your Immune System ReadyImmune health isn’t built from a bottle.It’s built at your meals.While supplements get the spotlight, it is food that does the real work.In this episode, you'll uncover the busy-lifestyle-friendly foods high in the four key immune nutrients:Vitamin DVitamin CVitamin AZincAll with a food-first approach.If you want to:Stay well through winterSupport immunity without extremesProtect your energy as a busy professionalThis episode gives you the essentials.Listen to learn:What...
2026-01-2315 minReal Wellness7 Must-Know Habits to Beat Colds Before They StartYou don’t get sick in winter because it’s cold.You get sick because your energy and immune defenses are depleted.Most "how to stay well" advice focuses on supplements as the superstar.But the strongest immune protectors are behavioral and biological.Listen and learn:Why winter actually creates higher illness riskHow sleep loss, stress, and low sunlight weaken immunityWhy simple precautions still matterHow exercise can help — or hurt — immune functionIf you want to:Avoid the fatigue → illness → deeper fatigue cycleStay cl...
2026-01-1612 min
Discovering 615How Smart People Switch Habits with Sheri Traxler | Real Wellness & Burnout RecoverySend us a textIn this powerful and timely episode of Discovering 615, host Rob Thacker (aka ThackAttack615) sits down with health & wellness expert Sheri Traxler — author, speaker, coach, and host of the Real Wellness podcast.With a new year comes new goals… and new resolutions that often don’t last. Sheri explains why even smart, motivated people struggle to change habits — and what actually works instead.💡 The key? Learning how smart people SWITCH habits.Sheri walks us through her...
2026-01-0921 minReal WellnessStop Chasing "Should" Goals - Choose Your Year, Your WayStill have the same New Year's Resolution you've had for 5 years?Or you've set a goal someone on social media said you should have?In this short episode, I share a moment that stopped me mid-goal review—and a coaching conversation where a client realized his “right” workout no longer fit his life.Same values.Different season.Different path.You’ll see how choosing goals that actually fit your current season can:Lower stressFree up time and energyIncrease follow-throughMake your goals feel exciting again
2026-01-0808 minReal WellnessWhat High Performers Listened to Most This YearWhat did high performers listen to most - and use!?!This is your shortcut to the most impactful high energy insights of year.In this year-end recap, I’m breaking down the most popular episodes across:Beating burnoutFitnessStress managementEnergy boostingIntuitive EatingNutritionMaking habits stickThese rose to the top for one reason:They helped people feel better and perform better.For each episode, you’ll get:Why listeners loved itThe one big takeaway to listen forWays to use the insights in y...
2025-12-3109 minReal WellnessADHD Isn't the Problem - Your Habit System IsStarting healthy habits - but worried you won't stick with them?It's probably not willpower.It might be how you work with your brain.In this episode, I talk with ADHD coach Ron Souers on why traditional habit advice fails neurodivergent brains — and what actually works instead.You’ll discover how sensitivity, perfectionism, and boredom sabotage habits… and how small shifts like gamification, self-compassion, and purpose-driven systems create real follow-through.Listen now to stop blaming your brain — and start building habits that finally work with it.
2025-12-2639 minReal WellnessThe 5 Holiday Foods To Boost Your Brain and EnergyWant to feel energized, clear-headed, and healthy during the holidays—not just after them?In this episode, you’ll learn the exact vegetables and herbs that make your holiday plate taste incredible while secretly protecting your brain and stress levels.Most holiday foods leave you tired, foggy, and riding the blood-sugar roller coaster. But a few seasonal ingredients do the opposite: they stabilize your mood, support your microbiome, sharpen your focus, and give you steady, calm energy.Imagine walking into celebrations feeling sharp, vibrant, and balanced… while at the same time b...
2025-12-1009 minReal WellnessHow Hot Is Too Hot? The Truth About Your Morning Coffee Love your hot coffee, tea, or winter cocoa for a cozy energy lift?There’s one simple thing most people overlook that can protect your throat and boost long-term wellness: the temperature of your drink.New research shows that regularly drinking liquids that are “very hot” — even just 10–15 degrees hotter than you realize — can irritate the delicate lining of your mouth and esophagus.And some studies show an increase risk of cancer of 90%.But the good news? It's easy to eliminate this increased risk - and you don’t need a therm...
2025-12-0511 minReal WellnessEat What You Want This Season - Without Regret (Re-Release)Holiday parties shouldn't come with a side of guilt. Yet between relatives policing your plate and well-meaning friends pushing "just one more bite," enjoying seasonal food feels like navigating a minefield.What if you could show up to every holiday gathering with confidence—enjoying the foods you love, handling awkward food comments with grace, and maintaining your energy levels throughout the busiest season of the year? This episode gives you the science-backed framework to do exactly that.You'll discover the three-part system successful professionals use to navigate holiday eating:The In...
2025-11-2616 minReal Wellness8 Sneaky Ways to Stay Active During the Holidays (No Gym Required)Think the holidays mean pressing pause on fitness? Think again.The truth is, the holidays are actually the PERFECT time to move—not in spite of the chaos, but because of it.Movement isn't just about burning calories. It is your secret weapon for stress relief when your schedule is packed and your to-do list is endless.In this 10-minute episode, you'll find 8 creative, sneaky ways to build fitness into your holiday plans without adding a single gym session to your calendar.We're talking stairs at the mall, walk-and-talk ca...
2025-11-2110 minReal WellnessThe Science of Sticking with Healthy Habits - Without PerfectionEver miss one workout or make one food choice you regret—and suddenly your whole wellness plan falls apart? You’re not alone. And it’s not a discipline problem. It’s science.In this episode, you'll hear the research behind the “all-or-nothing” trap, why perfectionism destroys consistency, and how your brain reacts to a single slip. Learn why one missed day triggers the “what-the-heck” effect and how to stop that spiral instantly. Imagine showing up as the consistent leader who sticks with habits effortlessly. With simple mindset shifts, data-backed stra...
2025-11-1415 minReal WellnessHow to Turn Off Inflammation and Turn On Energy: TurmericFeeling stiff, tired, or foggy and calling it “just aging”?Think again.Chronic inflammation drains your brain, body, and energy… and there are simple science-backed ways to reverse it.In this episode you’ll learn:How to recognize early signs of hidden inflammation.The three high-ROI habits that calm inflammation fast.The right way to use turmeric (and what most turmeric supplements get wrong).How your gut and brain are linked in the inflammation equation.My guest is Dr. Shivani Gupta—Ayurveda expert, PhD researcher in turmeric...
2025-11-0634 minReal WellnessYou're Not Tired - You're Ultra-Processed. Regain Real EnergyYou eat what’s healthy - according to the food packages. You exercise. You even get enough sleep most nights.So why are you still dragging through the day?Here’s the truth most professionals never hear: it’s not your workload or your willpower—it’s where you’ve been lied to about your food.Ultra-processed foods are sometimes marketed as “healthy” but they’re actually hijacking your energy, focus, and health.In this episode, you’ll discover:How ultra-processed foods inflame your brain and dull motivation.The hidden ways they...
2025-10-2313 minReal WellnessWhy Hiking Boosts Your Brain (and How to Do It Right)Feeling drained from stress? The fastest way to recharge your focus might not be another latte—it’s a hike.Hiking doesn’t just clear your head.It’s proven to lower cortisol, increase creativity, and grow brain cells.But if you’re new to hiking, the trails can feel confusing: What shoes do you need? How do you read trail signs? What’s safe?This episode breaks down everything you need to know about how to start hiking confidently and safely, even if you’ve never stepped off a paved path.
2025-10-1715 minReal WellnessTraveling for Work? Here's the Secret to More EnergyIf travel leaves you running on fumes, you’re not alone.Between airports, meetings, and hotel food, even the most seasoned travelers feel drained.But what if you could step into every meeting feeling focused and energized, instead of wiped out?In this episode you’ll discover how to plan your travel around five key energy zones that make or break your performance:Sleep: how to rest well even in noisy hotelsStress: what to do when plans change—or people test your patienceExercise: creative ways to fit moveme...
2025-10-1014 min
The Reigning Queen Podcast49: Burnout vs. Adrenal Fatigue: How to Recover and Thrive in Business with Wellness Coach, Sheri Traxler“The actual habits that you want to put in for recovery: Number one is getting sunlight. Number two is giving yourself pauses throughout the day.” –Sheri TraxlerBurnout is something many can relate to and for female entrepreneurs, it can feel like an unavoidable part of building a business. In this episode, Gwen is chatting with wellness coach and speaker Sheri Traxler, founder of ViREO Life, to explore how to protect your energy, recover from exhaustion, and build a business that supports both your health and your success.Sheri shares her powerful journey from thriving in cor...
2025-10-0219 minReal WellnessThe Hidden Advantage of Concierge Medicine You Can't IgnoreTired of the 10-minute doctor visit that leaves you still wondering "Why don't I have all the energy and calm I need?"In this episode, you'll explore the growing movement of concierge medicine and how it compares to the traditional, insurance-driven healthcare model. Discover why so many high achievers are turning to this approach for deeper conversations, faster access, and a true partnership with their physician.If you’ve ever wished your doctor actually had time to listen—or wanted a healthcare experience that feels personally designed for you—this conver...
2025-09-2626 minReal WellnessGingko and Brain Energy: What Science Actually ShowsFeeling unfocused? Wondering how to keep your brain sharp?Enter the Ginkgo tree. These fan-shaped leaves have been used for centuries to support memory and circulation. Modern science has tested Ginkgo for mental performance, and the results are… surprising and mixed. Some studies show short-term boosts in focus and processing speed, while others reveal little long-term benefit for healthy adults.In this episode, you’ll discover:How Ginkgo actually works in the brainWhat the research shows for healthy professionals vs. aging adultsPractical tips if you want to try Gink...
2025-09-1809 minReal WellnessPeak Performance: The Neuroscience of Doing NothingWhat if the smartest thing you could do for your energy and your performance was… nothing?Neuroscience shows that unstructured time isn’t wasted—it’s when your brain’s default mode network activates. That’s where problem-solving, creativity, and insight spark to life. High performers know: stillness is a strategy.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why “doing nothing” boosts creativity and decision-makingHow strategic disengagement lowers stress and resets focusSeven simple ways to design mental spaciousness into your busy weekReady to reframe rest as your compe...
2025-09-1014 minReal WellnessHow Elite Performers Recharge Energy: The Science of RestThink the secret to high performance is pushing through tired? Science says otherwise.Your brain and body are wired for cycles of work and recovery. Ignoring rest drains your energy, focus, and creativity.Honoring it? That’s where your real edge begins.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why Deep Rest lowers stress and protects long-term healthHow ultradian rhythm breaks supercharge focus and productivityThe surprising performance benefits of meditation and intentional downtimeReady to design rest into your week and take back your energy?Hit...
2025-09-0522 minReal WellnessPeak Energy Scheduling: Win Back Hours Every WeekEver notice how one task flies by in the morning but drags endlessly at night? It’s not your workload—it’s your energy cycles.In this episode, we explore the science of Ultradian rhythms and how they shape your productivity. You’ll hear:A story of a businessman who wasted hours working at the wrong (for him) time of dayThe difference between larks and owls—and how to know which you areHow to map your personal peak energy zones so you stop fighting your natural rhythmsImagine scheduling your deep work, crea...
2025-08-2913 minReal WellnessThe Weekly Blueprint High Performers UseEver feel like your calendar is running you—draining your focus, your energy, and even your health?High performers know that energy isn’t an accident—it’s a design. In this episode, you'll learn a simple, repeatable blueprint to create a week that fuels you instead of burning you out. You’ll learn how to align your schedule with what your body and brain need most—without adding more to your plate.Imagine a week where your meals are already set up for success, your movement fits into your ever-changin...
2025-08-2314 minReal WellnessThe One Thing Missing in Your Energy PlanHigh performers don’t lose energy because they lack discipline. They burnout because energy is leaking out in places they can’t see.Here’s the insider truth: even the finest nutrition, training, and recovery strategies can’t overcome the silent energy drain of living out of sync with your values.When your calendar reflects obligations instead of what truly matters, you’re running at half power—no matter how healthy you eat or how much you sleep.In this episode, you’ll learn the high-level values alignment practice I use with execu...
2025-08-1416 min
No Limit Leadership87: How to Reduce Burnout and Skyrocket Team Productivity w/ Sheri TraxlerMost leaders say they want peak performance from their teams, but ignore one of the simplest levers to get it: health and wellness. In this episode of No Limit Leadership, Sean Patton sits down with nationally recognized wellness expert, speaker, and CEO of The ViReo Life, Sheri Traxler.With over 30 years of experience helping leaders and organizations optimize health for peak performance, Sheri shares the business case for wellness, how to move beyond “check-the-box” programs, and the simple daily habits leaders can model to boost energy, productivity, and retention.You will learn:Why strategic well...
2025-08-1156 minReal WellnessClear Mind, Cool Herbs: Unlock Your Mental EdgeFeeling foggy or distracted lately? Before you reach for another cup of coffee for false-energy, there’s a refreshing solution growing right in your herb garden. Well, or your grocery shelves. Meet your new focus allies: basil and mint.These vibrant herbs do more than flavor your meals or scent your tea—they’re packed with science-backed brain benefits. From reducing mental fatigue to boosting clarity and focus, basil and mint might just be your brain’s favorite upgrade. In this quick, energizing episode, you’ll learn:Why mint can help w...
2025-08-0809 minReal WellnessThe Summer BBQ Foods That Boost Your BrainpowerThink your summer favorites are just tasty? Think again.Turns out three BBQ staples are powerful brain boosters hiding in plain sight.They hydrate your brain, protect your neurons, decrease inflammation, improve your ability to think and problem-solve -- all so you have your best energy and lead better.Imagine walking into your next meeting with more clarity, energy, and confidence… just by making a few smart swaps at the grill this weekend.This isn’t about overhauling your diet—it’s about leveraging simple, delicious upgrades that fue...
2025-07-3114 minReal WellnessLet ChatGPT Lower Your Stress - In SecondsToo tired and stressed to think straight? You don’t need yet another app. You need stress-relieving prompts for AI.In this episode, you’ll learn how to use ChatGPT to manage stress in real time—whether you’re racing between meetings, juggling family needs, or just overwhelmed by it all.Get ready to:Create instant reset routines using the Avoid–Alter–Adapt methodGenerate personalized journal and meditation promptsUse ChatGPT to support calm breathing, mindfulness, and clarityBuild stress strategies that flex with your daySeriously. It is all possible wit...
2025-07-2614 minReal WellnessThe Busy Pro's Shortcut to Staying ActiveBetween meetings, travel, and brain fatigue, even the best intentions to move more can get sidelined. Which then keeps you from building your energy.Sound familiar?In this episode, you'll learn how to use ChatGPT as your behind-the-scenes fitness assistant—so you can stay active, consistent, and energized without overthinking it.Here are some highlights:How to generate workouts that fit your schedule, energy, and locationThe prompts to use when you’re short on timeWays to keep your fitness fresh—so you actually stick with it
2025-07-1811 minReal WellnessUse This AI Trick to Eat Smarter - FastToo busy to meal plan an energy boost? Decision fatigue hitting hard by lunchtime?Listen in to learn how to use ChatGPT to simplify nutrition—without obsessing over numbers, strict diets, or complicated prep.You’ll get:Copy-paste prompts to build balanced meals fastWays to customize food ideas to your workday, travel, or energyHow to use AI to stay consistent—even on the busiest daysNo more "what should I eat?" spiral.Listen now to get the prompts and start eating smarter—without extra effort.Want to stick...
2025-07-1012 min
The Pain Free Formula18 | Sheri Traxler | Unlock Your Best Self with Tiny Changes and Big SupportIn today's episode of the Pain-Free Formula podcast, Stacey is joined by Sheri Traxler, M.Ed., an intuitive eating counselor and founder of ViREO Life.In today’s discussion, Stacey and Sheri discuss the subtle art of creating lasting change through simple, manageable actions. They explore how even the smallest commitments can lead to powerful shifts in behavior and mindset, especially when supported by the right kind of accountability. You'll hear surprising stories of transformation that highlight how just showing up—no matter how small the step—can spark momentum toward a larger goal.The conver...
2025-07-0137 min
Power of After Show356.Habit Framework with Sheri TraxlerWelcome to today's episode of Women at Halftime, where we're diving into a powerful conversation about breaking free from old habits and creating lasting, healthy change. If you've ever felt stuck in routines that no longer serve you—whether in your health, mindset, or daily life—this episode is for you. Joining us is Sheri Traxler, a certified health and wellness coach with years of experience helping people not just set goals, but actually live them. Sheri brings real insight into why we cling to familiar habits, even when we know they're holding us back—and how to switch those...
2025-06-2044 minReal WellnessWork-Life Balance is a Myth. Try This Instead.Are you trying to find the elusive work-life balance? In your workplace, are you trying to "wellness programs" but not getting higher energy and productivity for you team?In this episode, my guest and I dig into how many wellness initiatives leave people feeling like they’ve failed—when really, the system’s flawed. We unpack why gym reimbursements and step challenges often fall flat… and what actually moves the needle instead.You’ll learn what real wellness looks like: flexible, inclusive, and designed for actual humans with actual lives. From cul...
2025-06-1329 minReal WellnessThis 10-Minute Break Equals 180 Miles of FitnessWhat if a simple 10-minute break could boost your energy, sharpen your focus—and quietly add up to 180 miles a year? And what if simply standing more at work could help you burn 8.5 pounds a year—no gym, no sweat?In today’s episode, you'll hear how micro-movements during your workday create massive benefits over time. And how to take charge of your own workplace wellness —without waiting for your company to do it for you.All of this without sacrificing your schedule. Plus, if you’re in a le...
2025-06-0612 minReal WellnessUpgrade Your Sleep: Here's What Actually WorksStruggling to sleep well? Or want to wake up with the maximum energy for your day?In this episode, I’m joined by a top sleep expert - who has been central to my own sleep journey.She and I break down what truly works for better sleep. We share our personal journeys with insomnia and the powerful, science-backed tools that finally helped.You’ll discover how every cell in your body knows what time it is—and how to reset that internal clock. From the gold-standard CBT-i method to sur...
2025-05-2041 minReal WellnessWhat Elite Achievers Know About Energy That Most Don'tFeeling overwhelmed and tired trying to do all the right things for your health?Elite achievers don’t waste time on endless wellness routines. They focus on the few things that actually work—and that’s exactly what you’ll learn how to do in this episode.Discover the secret, based on Greg McKeown's book Essentialism, to lasting energy, mental clarity, and wellness that fits into a high-performing lifestyle (without burnout).Listen now and learn how to stop doing more—and start doing what matters most.This podcast is...
2025-05-1511 minReal WellnessHigh-Performance Calm: 15 Fast Stress SolutionsFeeling wired, tired, and stretched too thin?This laser-focused episode wraps up our stress series with 15 powerful ways to reduce stress. And you don't have to stop your life for a month to get calm. From smart daily habits to in-the-moment relief, these tools are fast, flexible, and totally doable.Discover simple techniques like “being your own butler,” walking for serotonin boosts, escaping without guilt, and using your senses to reset—all designed for high performers who want calm without losing momentum.Tune in now and create your own go-to list o...
2025-05-0215 minReal WellnessFeed Your Focus: How to Eat to Heal Your BrainIf your brain feels slow - or just not like it used to—your food may be the key to getting your clarity and energy back.Long-term stress doesn’t just wear you down—it physically damages areas of the brain. The good news? You can reverse some of that damage. And one of the most powerful ways to start is right on your plate.In this episode, we’re breaking down the top 3 categories of anti-inflammatory foods that science shows can help heal your brain. No extre...
2025-04-2510 minReal WellnessBuild Your Brain in 15 Minutes - No Books NeededChronic stress shrinks your brain—literally.If you've been feeling foggy, forgetful, or fried, the culprit might be long-term stress—and the solution could be as simple as a brisk walk.In today’s episode, you'll learn how stress harms your brain, especially the prefrontal cortex and hippocampus. (No, you don't have to be a brain scientist - you'll get an easy way to understand those parts of your brain)Most important, you'll find out how exercise can actually reverse that damage.Discover what movement supports brain repair, reduce...
2025-04-1713 min
SCORE ConnectSCORE Connect | Sheri Traxler on Beating Owner BurnoutNASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — On this episode of SCORE Connect, host Anna-Vija McCloud is joined by Sheri Traxler, Owner of The ViREO Life, to discuss beating owner burnout. Visit thevireolife.com for more information. Click Below for Sheri's FREE Ultimate Guide to Beating Burnout: https://www.thevireolife.com/your-ultimate-guide-to-beating-burnout-1 [thevireolife.com]
2025-04-1421 minReal WellnessMore Energy, Less Effort: The Smart Way to RechargeFeel drained but don’t have energy for yet another wellness program?You’re not alone.What if boosting your energy didn’t require extreme workouts, rigid diets, or major lifestyle changes?In this episode, find out the effortless shifts that help you recharge, stay sharp, and feel amazing.Discover the power of micro commitments, simple habit triggers, and strategic energy upgrades that fit seamlessly into your busy life.Plus, learn why doing less can actually help you accomplish more.Ready to stop runnin...
2025-02-2808 minReal WellnessThe Lazy Genius Hack to Beat BurnoutWhat if 80% of your energy gains come from just 20% of your efforts?You don’t have to do everything to feel your best—just the right things.Over a century ago, an Italian engineer and gardener noticed something strange: 20% of his pea plants produced 80% of the harvest. That same principle—now known as the Pareto Principle—applies to your health, energy, and even your workouts. The key to feeling amazing isn’t doing more—it’s doing what matters most.Imagine getting stronger, more focused, and recharged without spending hours on routines that...
2025-02-2114 minReal WellnessInstantly Unlock More Focus & Energy - All Day LongDo you start the day strong, but crash by afternoon? Despite good sleep, food, and movement? The problem isn’t your routine; it’s how you handle transitions.Ancient cultures honored these "in-between" moments, but today, we rush through them, leaving our brains overstimulated and drained.The fix? A simple 3-step transition habit that keeps your energy steady.Bonus insight - this habit takes zero time.In this episode, you’ll learn:How transitions reset your energy (and why not transitioning well drains you)The science behind mental...
2025-02-0615 minReal WellnessWhy Wellness Plans Fail (and How to Fix Yours)Struggling to stick with wellness routines? It’s not you—it’s your system.Most wellness goals fail because they’re not supported with systems that fit your real life. In this episode, we uncover the biggest mistakes people make when setting up their high-energy routines—and how to stop the cycle of frustration.Learn the energy-boosting systems I personally use. I share them directly from my own life.Discover the simple framework that make wellness sustainable and effective. Imagine a system that works for you, boosting your energy, focus, and result...
2025-01-0815 minReal WellnessMaster Your Time: Systems for Life and Leadership SuccessYou have new goals for the New Year — but how do you actually make them happen while increasing your energy?It’s time to stop the cycle of burnout and start building a life that works for you.In this New Year’s episode of Real Wellness, you'll learn how to design systems that support your big goals while keeping your life balanced.Discover:The 3-step method to set up systems for mental energy and fulfilling relationships.How to prioritize family time, personal growth, and self-care without feeling overwhelmed.Tips to stay f...
2025-01-0210 minReal WellnessHow to Build Fitness and Food Routines You'll LoveAre you tired of starting fitness routines you don't enjoy - or don't stick to?Imagine having a simple, customizable system that boosts your energy, supports your health goals, and fits seamlessly into your busy life.In this episode, you'll learn exactly how to create a wellness system that works for you. Whether your goal is sharper focus, more physical strength, or simply feeling great, you’ll learn how to:Identify your unique fitness and food goals.Align your plan with your values and schedule.Make adjustments that fit your changing seasons and pr...
2024-12-2609 minReal WellnessSystemize Your Wellness, Maximize Your Day: My Proven ProcessDo you have systems in place at your business - but none for your energy and health? As a busy professional trying to juggle high performance at work and personal wellness, this episode is your game-changer.You'll learn the exact 4-step process I use with my clients to create personalized wellness systems that save time, reduce stress, and skyrocket energy. Systems don’t just work in business—they’re the secret to achieving health goals faster and easier too.I also share a slightly embarrassing story about how I discov...
2024-12-1912 minReal WellnessStop Running on Empty: Reclaim Your Energy NowAre you feeling drained before the day even begins? Pushing through exhaustion with caffeine and willpower isn’t a long-term strategy—it’s a ticking time bomb. If you’re ready to stop running on empty and start thriving, this episode is for you.Discover the surprising reasons why your energy feels depleted and the simple shifts that can make a world of difference. We’ll cover:Why quick fixes like caffeine and energy drinks only mask the problem.The hidden ways your daily habits are draining your resources.Powerful, easy-to-implement strategies to replenish your energy and...
2024-12-0725 minReal WellnessTurn Boring Meetings into Energizing Events with This Secret FrameworkTired of low-energy meetings that fail to engage your team? Imagine turning your next one - whether a monthly staff meeting or a company-wide event - into an energizing experience that builds community and gets results.In this episode, Sherri Traxler and guest David Stevens reveal a powerful wellness framework—(The 4M’s)—to transform any meeting into a memorable and successful high-energy time.Learn how to:Keep your team energized and focused with specific strategies.Create a meeting environment that fosters connection and collaboration.Design food options that fuel both b...
2024-10-1825 min
Transacting Value PodcastOvercoming Fear and Building Healthy Habits with Sheri TraxlerBecome a Global Ambassador for Self-Worth. Text us your feedback!Ever wondered how to overcome the fear of failure and build lasting healthy habits? Join us on Transacting Value as we sit down with wellness coach Sheri Traxler, who brings a wealth of experience and wisdom from her upbringing in rural Tennessee. Sheri delves into the power of community and conflict resolution in habit formation, sharing heartfelt stories and practical strategies for navigating the anxieties linked to both failure and success. Discover how you can make small but impactful changes to your daily routine, and hear about...
2024-10-1449 minReal WellnessEasy Ways to Stay Energized at Meetings and ConferencesEver attended a conference only to find yourself drained and unfocused by the afternoon?What if there was a way to stay energized, focused, and absorb every bit of valuable content?Conferences are packed with learning, networking, and inspiration, but most attendees hit an energy slump by midday, especially when the days are long.In this episode, David Stevens, of Olympian Meetings, and I are diving into simple strategies that help you stay sharp, alert, and fully engaged throughout your entire event—without relying on sugar, caffeine, or skipping out on fun....
2024-10-1017 min
Body Charge by Elektra Magnesium‘Exercise Deficiency’ Hacks - if You Can’t Get to the Gym - Sheri TraxlerMany office workers sit way too much during the day, sit again in transport to and from work, and sit again to watch TV after dinner. ‘Exercise Deficiency’ ages us prematurely and leads to metabolic issues, chronic fatigue, brain fog, obesity and degenerative diseases. If you are one of those finding it hard to get motivated to go out at night to the gym, or may have kids and other responsibilities where you don’t have the opportunity for outside exercise, but want to “use it so you don’t lose it,” then don’t despair, because my special guest Sheri Traxler...
2024-01-2633 min
Body Charge by Elektra Magnesium‘Exercise Deficiency’ Hacks - if You Can’t Get to the Gym - Sheri TraxlerMany office workers sit way too much during the day, sit again in transport to and from work, and sit again to watch TV after dinner. ‘Exercise Deficiency’ ages us prematurely and leads to metabolic issues, chronic fatigue, brain fog, obesity and degenerative diseases. If you are one of those finding it hard to get motivated to go out at night to the gym, or may have kids and other responsibilities where you don’t have the opportunity for outside exercise, but want to “use it so you don’t lose it,” then don’t despair, because my special guest Sheri Tr...
2024-01-2633 minReal WellnessIs Short Meditation Better? The Results Are In.Is it better to mediate daily, but short - or to meditate periodically, but long? After research and my own 6 month experiment, I'm ready to share the answers. Head to the full show notes here for the links and resources I mentioned. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-06-0810 minReal WellnessCrush Excuses - Overcome the 3 Biggest Roadblocks to WellnessDo you find yourself with zero time for wellness habits like working out, prepping healthy meals, or meditating? Life can get overwhelming (understatement, right?) - and it is easy to let your wellness slide.Overcome the "too busy" morningConquer the "too tired at night" to prep for the next dayExperience wellness when you feel there's no time for it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-06-0221 minReal WellnessLove vs Fear - Win the Battle for Healthy HabitsWhat if changing just one core belief would make wellness faster and frictionless? When you shift from fear-based decisions to love-based decisions, you become powerful in your wellness. Discover the truth about "why" you make a decision - and how that is more important than the decision itself. Get free from the false-morality about your wellness. For more notes and episode resources, visit thevireolife.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-2410 minReal WellnessHow to Breakthrough 3 Limiting Beliefs that Stop MomentumWhat your mind attends to continually, it believes. And you'll eventually live it out.So let's make sure what you are believing will get you what you want in your wellness. Easily.Discover the 3 limiting beliefs I hear most often - and have experienced myself. And, of course, practical ways to breakthrough them.For links and resources, head here for the shownotes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-1911 minReal WellnessWhy Workplace Wellness - How to Build a Stronger Team NowWhat is it costing when your company doesn't promote wellness?Plus how to start and keep an effective wellness culture.Learn about the Stages of Change ModelHear from two companies who are doing wellness rightGet 5 questions to start and keep the wellness conversation going Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-1012 minReal WellnessFrom Burnout to Breakthrough - Learn How Your Wellness Boosts Your CareerFor resources and the eight questions, read the full show notes here. When you feel like something is holding back your career and you are not sure what it is ... it may be your wellness. Eight questions to reveal how you can improve your work by improving your wellnessThe research on the connection between your healthy habits and your successExamples you can use today to move from burnout to breakthrough Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-05-0413 minReal WellnessSurprising Signs You May Be Maximizing Wellness - to Your HurtHow do you know if you are falling for the idea of optimizing wellness?How does this philosophy actually hold back your success? What's a better way to think about wellness?In this episode discover the surprising signs you are trying to maximize your wellness and a more powerful, effective way to live. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-04-2817 minReal Wellness3 Important Steps to Control Your Stress NowLaugh along with me as you listen to how I've goofed (and learned) in controlling stress. And while you are laughing, you'll also discover 3 important steps to control your own stress. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-04-2118 minReal WellnessHow to Create the High Energy Lifestyle You NeedLet's put together your Real High Energy Plan today. This is one of the most important episodes so far. Why? It's a culmination of the last two series: Get Energized PLUS How Smart People SWITCH Habits. Head here for full shownotes with all of the resource links I mention. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-04-1315 minReal WellnessThis is Why You Need More Sunshine NowWhat's a foundational practice for great energy that's so easy it could be called a "hack"? Sunlight. Discover the research of why sunlight is so good for your body and brain -- when to get it -- how much you need -- and easy ways to get more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-04-0612 minReal WellnessEnergize with Simple Shifts in What You See and HearFor full show notes and resource links, please visit http://www.thevireolife.com/podcast/2023/3/29/ep-31-energize-with-simple-shifts-in-what-you-see-and-hearDiscover how clutter and noise impact your energy. And how clutter and noise are relative terms -- what is clutter to you may be cozy to someone else. Your brain is unique. In this episode find out about a resource for productivity, that is designed for your unique brain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-3012 minReal WellnessHow to Become a Better Intuitive EaterYou are not good or bad based on how you eat. In this episode discover what to do to decrease emotional eating, improve how you listen to your body's signals about food, how to handle people who "push food" on you, and how to enjoy your food more. Without guilt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-2215 minReal WellnessThis is the Fun and Powerful Way to EatVisit www.thevireolife.com/podcast/2023/3/16/ep-29-this-is-the-fun-and-powerful-way-to-eat for resource links. In this episode discover the simple way to eat a Powerful Plate for energy. Also, how Intuitive Eating helps you with focus and mental energy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-1617 minReal WellnessWill Bone Broth Actually Make You Feel AmazingIs bone broth good for you? How can bone broth help your brain, your body, and give you more energy? Can you make slow cooker or Instant Pot Bone Broth? When are good times to drink bone broth and how else can you use it? So many answers in this episode for you! It's almost a magic elixir that fits in your Real Wellness lifestyle. Bonus resource - Here's the video I mentioned. http://www.thevireolife.com/blog/2022/6/2/3-unusual-ways-to-improve-your-gut-health Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-03-0813 minReal WellnessHow to Love Drinking Water to Energize YouEvery action and reaction in your body goes on in a base of water. Even mild dehydration (read: I'm not thirsty yet) decreases your ability to think quickly and easily and increases your fatigue. In this episode learn what you can drink that hydrates you, what and when you are better off not drinking, the simplest ways to get rid of chlorine in your water, and how to enjoy water more. One of the books I mention for water filtration research is The Seven Pillars of Health by Dr. Don Colbert. The video I mention on gut health is http...
2023-03-0219 minReal WellnessThe Best Workouts to Help You Feel GreatHow does High Intensity Training impact your brain differently than walking? How can you know which workout to do when to boost your energy and productivity? Is there even a difference? If you only have 180 seconds, what can you do? Answer all of these questions in this episode. Because if you think you don't have time to exercise, you'll learn you don't have time not to exercise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-02-2313 minReal WellnessHow to Sleep Better to Feel BetterImagine a day in your life with extraordinary energy. The foundation of that day? Good sleep. In this episode discover tips for temperature and gadgets, what sleep music helps or hurts, what to do if you have insomnia, when to meditate for sleep, what sounds are good while you sleep, herbs for sleep, and how exercise and other activities during the day impact your sleep. Here's a link to the video for herbs to help with sleep - https://youtu.be/VA-z7xJ9VwA Email me at sheri@thevireolife.com to get your free Sleep Sheet.
2023-02-1618 minReal WellnessMove from Chaos to Calm by Mastering Your StressStress zaps your energy and makes you feel bad. So, learn how to master your stress in this episode. How? Meet my three fun "Avatars" - Ava, Alan, and Addie. They will help you master any situation, enjoy your work, and feel great. "Alan" introduces you to Julie Morganstern's work https://www.juliemorgenstern.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-02-1017 minReal WellnessTwo Powerful Mental Habits to Feel GreatBecause of my own struggles to feel great I went in search of the easiest and most powerful ways to increase my energy. I'm sharing two of the best mental habits with you in this episode. What does the research say? How can you apply it in real life? Listen in to find your answers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-02-0316 minReal WellnessHow to Get the Support You Need to SucceedStop wasting time trying to make habits alone. Having someone - even a team - to help you succeed is the number one predictor of success with your habits. Want to eat better? Want to sleep better? Want to move more? Want to feel great? You will achieve any of these faster and easier with support. Discover how to build your team in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-01-2512 minReal WellnessWhat If You Don't Need WillpowerWillpower will wear you out. It will fail you and make you feel defeated. Instead, discover how to inject Wow-Power into your habits. It will energize you and move you to success. In this episode learn how to shift from willpower to Wow-Power. http://www.thevireolife.com/podcast/2022/9/16/ep-2-how-to-eat-for-energy-when-youre-busy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-01-1917 minReal WellnessFinding Your Why and Your How for Your HabitsHabits don't happen in a vacuum. You will have things come up that make it challenging to stick with your new habit. The great news? In this episode, you'll discover the simple steps to get motivated, stay motivated, and overcome any challenge to your goal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-01-1115 minReal WellnessHow to THINK about Your ResolutionYour actions follow your attention. So in this powerful episode you'll discover the two primary ways to THINK about your resolution. Through examples and stories you'll learn fun reminders to cue you to turn your resolution into reality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-01-0516 minReal WellnessShould You Set Realistic - or Big Resolutions - to Succeed?Should you set Big Hairy Audacious Goals for you wellness ... or should you be realistic? Will you succeed by focusing on one goal at a time ... or by setting several? Learn what the research says and what I've discovered through 30 years of coaching clients to success. Plus what clients have taught me about sticking with a micro-commitment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-2914 minReal WellnessYour First Action to Reach Your Wellness GoalsStop wondering why your past actions haven't gotten you to your wellness goals. In this episode discover how to treat action-oriented goals differently than outcome goals. Learn the three questions that will shift your "identity" so it is easier to take action. And walk away knowing what your first action is going to be to live a wellness lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-2215 minReal WellnessDon't Make a New Year's Resolution - without thisThis is a powerful time of year to dream big and set goals. But making a New Year's Resolution without what I share in this episode will end in disappointment. I know. I've been there. To help you I'm launching a series on how to dream big in your wellness goals -- and make it happen. This episode starts your journey to an exciting wellness lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-1614 minReal WellnessFast and Easy Ways to Keep Your Energy UpYou want energy to enjoy your holidays to the max. But sometimes that sluggish feeling slips in and you are tempted to get another hit of caffeine. Even though you know it will hurt your sleep tonight and energy tomorrow. So here I share my best five easy and fast energy fixes that don't require caffeine. Honest. Additional resources mentioned - http://www.thevireolife.com/podcast/2022/11/10/ep-11-eating-well-through-your-holidays and http://www.thevireolife.com/podcast/2022/9/16/ep-2-how-to-eat-for-energy-when-youre-busy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-0808 minReal WellnessFive Fun Fitness Hacks for Your HolidaysImagine starting next year with your fitness goals intact. You've not backtracked. You're still loving being active and have even found new fun ways to be fit. That is what this episode is all about. I give you five fun ways to stay fit in your busy holiday season. Bonus - You'll learn why it is more important than you thought. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-11-3010 minReal WellnessWhat a Real Gratitude Practice Looks Like and WhyDiscover how a gratitude practice can be ineffective - or even dangerous. Learn the physical wellness benefits of being thankful. And, of course, find out the five easy ways to add a gratitude practice into your life. I share my stories of gratitude-gone-wrong, as well as how I've found what works in being thankful. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-11-2313 minReal WellnessFive Ways to Destress and Enjoy the HolidaysYou really can have less stress and greater fulfillment during the holiday season. Learn five unique ways to prepare for, enjoy, and handle the holidays. Plus, I tell a couple of funny stories on myself ... times I goofed the holidays and discovered the lessons I'm sharing with you. Give yourself the gift of a new perspective on stress management this holiday season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-11-1611 minReal WellnessEating Well Through Your Holiday SeasonThere are three times during the holidays that are easy to overindulge. Parties where you wander around nibbling mindlessly. Extended family gathering that go on for days. Then there is the leftovers-season. You know. The times between when you are going for the convenience of leftovers, even when they don't make a Powerful Plate. This episode solves them all for you. Get ready to feel great this entire holiday season and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-11-1016 minReal WellnessHow to Stop Struggling and Start Sticking with Your HabitsAn epic hiking trip last month taught me about how to make it easy to stick with good habits. I'm sharing the experience that became my ah-ha moment. Plus the first three steps you must take to stop slipping into old habits and start sticking with a wellness lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-11-0314 minReal WellnessFinish Your Year StrongYou may be tempted to give up on your Real Wellness lifestyle at the end of the year. Don't quit. In this episode you will discover why now is more important than any other time of year to stay focused on your wellness. And you'll learn the three steps and the three questions to kick up your motivation. Keep your wellness lifestyle going, because where you finish is where you start. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-10-2814 minReal WellnessHalloween Treats They'll RememberI don't remember who gave me store bought candy when I went trick-or-treating. I do remember the couple that gave me something unique every year. And because I remembered them, the wife became my first CPA. The benefits to treating with something other than store bought candy go beyond being remembered. You teach the kids to have fun without excess sugar. You don't end up with junk food you don't even like. But what if you DO like mini-chocolate candy? Discover in this episode how to get the most out of it. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
2022-10-2009 minReal WellnessBe at Your Best in Your Next ConferenceFall is full of conferences. When you go to your next one, you want to feel great, be in a good mood, and have high energy and focus. To live that out, you must take charge of 4 areas: your sleep, the stress related to business travel, your eating, and your movement. In this episode you'll learn what I did to take charge of these areas during a recent conference. Plus you'll hear from several entrepreneurs on how they stay energized during conferences and workshops. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-10-1324 minReal WellnessThe Secret Reason You Don't Have Time For FitnessAfter a yoga class I realized the secret reason I didn't have time to stretch. More importantly, I discovered three questions that make it easier to find the time for fitness. In this episode, you'll learn the three questions and how to apply your answers. You really can make fitness part of your life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-10-0612 min
Power of After ShowAuthentic High Energy without Lattés with Sheri TraxlerWhen you think about high energy, what comes to mind first? For some it's a Red Bull energy drink with between 80 and 111 mg. of caffeine. For others it's supplements like creatine which creates bursts of speed and energy before weight-lifting. And for others it could be sugar or chocolate, my favorite. In interviewing Sheri Traxler, certified intuitive eating counselor, we learn about creating authentic high energy not based on shortcuts of energy that create a roller coaster of highs and lows throughout a day. Her message is not one of diets but of creating a high energy...
2022-10-0442 minReal WellnessThe Best Stress Management Method when You Don't Have TimeSitting in the park, journaling and processing my emotions, I realized why the regular stress management techniques were not working for me. I began a simple experiment and it has become a game changer in how I think, increase my creativity, and live my life. Definitely one of the easiest game-changers I've ever experienced. And I'm sharing it all with you today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-09-2910 minReal WellnessEating Healthy When You are Too Tired to CookYou work hard all day and some seasons of life that means you arrive home, well, too tired to think about preparing a healthy meal. So, fast food looks like the best option. It doesn't have to be.You can do one of the three options I share in the episode. Then you'll have healthy meals that are convenient and don't take a ton of brain power. You can save your energy for fun and friends in the evening, instead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-09-2013 min
Real WellnessThe Top Three Habits that Get in the Way of Eating WellJoin me to discuss the three most common habits that get in the way of eating well. I see these in my clients and I have done them myself. The good news is that there is an easy fix for each habit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-09-1514 min
Real WellnessHow to Eat for Energy When You're BusyWhen you are running between career, business, and all the things in life, it is easy to grab convenience foods that drive your energy fast. And then crash. The solution to this is creating a convenient Powerful Plate.In addition to the combos I share in this episode, head over to YouTube ViREO Life for my Powerful Plate video. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-09-1515 min