- With DJ Blatner - The Cupcake Effect, Visual Wisdom, And Fun Is NOT A Hard Sell

In this episode, I’m joined by Dawn Jackson “DJ” Blatner, a registered dietitian and energy expert who somehow makes nutrition feel less like homework and more like your funniest, smartest friend giving you permission to enjoy your life. We talk about food fear, protein, metabolism, perimenopause, joy, and why your health plan should not make you feel like a full-time wellness hostage.DJ shares her want, balance, own approach, her Core Four for feeling good, and one of the best food stories I’ve ever heard: the cupcake effect. It is funny, honest, deeply human, and honestly, I may now require every expert guest to bring this much sparkle and practical wisdom.Highlights:(05:34) - How DJ accidentally found her dream career through rollerblades, tofu, and a college counselor(14:45) - The reminder we all need: if it’s not meant for me, I don’t want it(18:23) - DJ’s three-step system for eating with less drama: want, balance, own(22:33) - The Core Four for real energy: sleep, movement, protein-focused meals, and yes, poop(29:07) - The cupcake effect, and why joy can be one of the most nourishing ingredients(42:32) - Visual wisdom, the middle ground between obsessively tracking and winging it completelyDawn’s links:WebsiteLinkdInInstagramQualia Mind - click hereCoupon Code: SHOCKANDYALL (15% off any purchase)Visit Nicole’s on demand fitness platform for live weekly classes and a recorded library of yoga, strength training, guided audio meditations and mobility (Kinstretch) classes, as well: https://www.sweatandstillness.comGrab Nicole’s bestselling children’s book and enter your email for A FREE GIFT: https://www.yolkedbook.comFind Nicole on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/nicolesciacca/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thenicolesciaccaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicolesciaccayoga/Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1X8PPWCQa2werd4unex1eAPractice yoga with Nicole in person in Santa Monica, CA at Aviator Nation Ride. Get the App to book in: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/aviator-nation-ride/id1610561929Book a discovery call or virtual assessment with Nicole here: https://www.calendly.com/nicolesciaccaThis Podcast is proudly produced by Wavemakers Audio