Ep: 024 From Overwhelm to Vitality: A Conversation with Cat Merrick

In this episode, we’re joined by Cat Merrick, founder of This Vibrant Life and a specialist in movement, breathwork and stress education. With two decades of experience in dance and teaching, ten years in yoga Cat brings a rare blend of science based insight and embodied wisdom.Cat shares how she uses her expertise in functional breathwork and coaching to help women move out of overwhelm and into a more vibrant, aligned way of living. Together, we discuss how chronic stress often shapes our bodies, our choices and sense of self - and how simple, intentional practices that can guide us back to clarity, vitality and grounded self advocacy. If you’re a woman navigating midlife, feeling stretched thin or craving a deeper connection to your body, this conversation offers practical guidance, compassionate reframes and a powerful reminder that that no matter your story, your season or struggle - JOY belongs to you! You can connect with Cat via Instagram and FacebookIf you have resonated with any of the themes in this episode we’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. You can also some love by following, subscribing or rating the show.Follow UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® Podcast on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.unfunk-yoursoul.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® ⁠ founded by Marie Shaw, a well-being practitioner, X-HAIL® Instructor and NLP Coach in training. UNFUNK YOUR SOUL® is more than a wellness brand and podcast - it's a movement rooted in mind-body practices, soulful healing and radical self-love. We create spaces for transformation whether you're navigating menopause, sobriety, midlife shifts, finding yourself after a change in your life, seeking community or simply looking to add to your well-being toolkit. Come for the CALM, Stay for the GLOW UP! Find our next event here You can follow Marie's personal journey to becoming her authentic true self by reading and subscribing to ⁠⁠Growing with Grace. ⁠⁠Where she reflects on life's lessons, blessings and the seasons of change as she enters her unapologetic AF ERA.Supporting the show with ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy Me a Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ helps sustain this community-led space, a simple way to pour back in and fuel the powerful work of amplifying women’s voices in midlife. DISCLAIMER: the content in this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of this podcast. Always seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional if you are experiencing difficulties with mental health.