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EPISODE · Apr 23, 2026 · 46 MIN

Choosing Health before Crisis

from The Calm Collective - a wellness podcast for women · host AshLiving

What happens when your body finally says "no more"? This week on The Calm Collective, Colleen and Ashlee are joined by Naomi, a fitness and business mentor who learned the hard way that you can’t out-hustle a nervous system in crisis.Naomi shares the raw details of her journey—from the toxic pressures of the fitness industry and seeking external validation in a difficult relationship, to the terrifying emergency surgery that changed everything. We’re talking about why we often wait for a "perforated ulcer" moment before we prioritize our well-being, and how to start climbing back from the low points before you hit rock bottom.We’re getting real about:The Burnout Spectrum: The difference between corporate exhaustion and the unique "always-on" stress of being an entrepreneur.The Search for Approval: How external criticism can drive us into unhealthy habits and how to rebuild a sense of self-worth from the inside out.Hard Boundaries for Soft Living: Naomi’s "sacred time" rules, including why she stops work at 4:30 PM and stays off messages on weekends.Redefining Success: Shifting your focus from just "hitting the numbers" to living a life where you’re actually present for your family.Life is too short to wait for a health crisis to give you permission to rest. Let’s talk about how to choose yourself now, rather than later.Check out Naomi's FitBiz Study Hall Here and follow her hereConnect with us on Instagram - we love to hear your feedback: ⁠Ashlee⁠ & ⁠Colleen⁠And we encourage you to share this with one person you know who could benefit from this conversation.

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