Nourishing Body & Soul: The Podcast

What if your body isn't working against you?What if it's been trying to help you all along?And what if your relationship with food and your body is about much more than just food and your body?Inspired by a powerful idea from Jamie Kern Lima's book Believe It, this episode explores the question: Who holds the microphone in your life? Tracy reflects on how diet culture, comparison, and outside expectations often become louder than the quiet wisdom of the bodies God created.Instead of seeing hunger, fatigue, emotions, and physical sensations as problems to fix, what if we began receiving them as valuable information?In this episode, you'll learn:- The "microphone" concept from Believe It and how it applies to body trust- Why your body's signals deserve curiosity instead of criticism- The difference between listening to your body and simply reacting to it- How to quiet outside voices and reconnect with your own God-given wisdom- A practical reflection to help you begin listening differently this weekIf you're longing for a healthier relationship with food, movement, and your body, this episode is for you.If you enjoyed today's conversation, subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs this encouragement.Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

Have you ever wondered why letting go of control feels so scary—even when you know it's exhausting?For many Christian women, the desire to control food, exercise, productivity, or even our emotions isn't really about discipline. It's about fear. In this personal reflection episode, Tracy explores what she's learned about the hidden fears beneath perfectionism and striving, and why true peace comes through trust instead of tighter control.If you've ever worried that slowing down means becoming lazy, irresponsible, or "letting yourself go," this conversation will encourage you to approach yourself with greater compassion and curiosity.In this episode, you'll discover: - Why control often feels like safety - The hidden fears behind perfectionism and people-pleasing - How diet culture teaches us to distrust ourselves - Why listening to your body is different from "giving up" - A gentler path toward peace, freedom, and self-trustIf this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who could use this reminder. Email me at [email protected] Schedule your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.Join my email list here: https://bit.ly/NBS_Email_List

Have you ever wondered what it actually means to "listen to your body"—and what to do if you've become so disconnected that you don't know where to begin?In this episode of The Nourished Life for Christian Women, Tracy sits down with movement specialist and body trust advocate Galina Penev for a powerful conversation about reconnecting with your body's wisdom, developing a healthier relationship with movement, and learning how to trust yourself again.For many women, years of dieting, body criticism, fitness rules, and "shoulds" have created a disconnect between what their bodies are communicating and how they respond. The result? Confusion, frustration, and a feeling of being at war with themselves.Galina offers a refreshing alternative.Together, Tracy and Galina explore:✨ What it really means to listen to your body✨ Why so many women have lost touch with their body's signals✨ How diet culture and fitness culture disconnect us from ourselves✨ The relationship between body trust and self-trust✨ Moving from exercise as punishment to movement as support✨ An easy, practical starting point for reconnecting with your body's wisdom✨ How to develop an integrated approach to movement✨ Why body awareness matters for physical, emotional, and mental well-being✨ Simple ways to begin rebuilding your mind-body connectionWhether you're struggling with body image, exercise motivation, chronic self-criticism, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, this conversation offers hope, practical tools, and a gentler path forward.If you've ever thought:"I don't even know what my body is trying to tell me.""I've spent so many years following rules that I don't trust myself anymore.""I want movement to feel supportive instead of stressful."...this episode is for you.Because reconnecting with your body isn't about becoming perfect.It's about remembering that your body has been communicating with you all along.And learning how to listen.Claim a free gift from Galina:https://galinapenev.com/feel-better-in-your-body-callConnect with Galina Penev:Website: https://galinapenev.com/LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/galina-penev-health/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GalinaPenevHealthConnect with Tracy:Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

Have you ever felt like you couldn't trust your body?Maybe years of dieting, striving, and trying to "get it right" have left you second-guessing your hunger, your cravings, your need for rest, or even your own intuition.In this episode, we're kicking off a new series on body trust by exploring why so many women feel disconnected from themselves—and how to begin rebuilding that connection. We'll talk about body wisdom, self-trust, faith, and why your body may not be the obstacle you've been told it is.What if your body isn't the enemy? What if it's been trying to help you all along?Listen in and discover how learning to listen again may be the first step toward living with greater peace, freedom, and wholeness.Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

What if the answer isn't fixing yourself?What if the healing, peace, and freedom you've been searching for come not from trying harder, but from becoming more whole?In this powerful conversation, Tracy Astle sits down with Stephanie Franklin-Suber—cancer conqueror, cardiac arrest survivor, health coach, and founder of Rebuild Your Temple God's Way—to discuss the difference between living as a project to fix and living as a person to integrate.Drawing from her remarkable healing journey and her work helping women restore their health God's way, Stephanie shares how true transformation happens when we stop fighting ourselves and begin aligning body, mind, and spirit with our identity as beloved daughters of God.Together, Tracy and Stephanie explore:✨ Why self-improvement alone often leaves women exhausted✨ The difference between fixing yourself and integrating yourself✨ Restoring your body, renewing your soul, and realigning your spirit✨ Healing from a place of identity instead of shame✨ How faith impacts physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness✨ Why so many women feel disconnected from themselves✨ Living from God's love rather than striving for worth✨ Practical ways to cultivate wholeness in everyday lifeWhether you're struggling with body image, health challenges, emotional exhaustion, spiritual disconnect, or simply feeling like you're never enough, this conversation offers hope, encouragement, and a refreshing perspective on what true healing looks like.You are not broken.You are not a project to fix.You are a beloved daughter of God learning to live from wholeness.Connect with Stephanie Franklin-Suber:rebuildyourtemplegodsway.com/starter-guideConnect with Tracy:Email: [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

Why do so many Christian women feel exhausted… even when they’re doing everything “right”?In this deeply freeing episode of The Nourished Life for Christian Women, Tracy explores the hidden burden of hustling for worth — constantly striving to prove your value through productivity, usefulness, caregiving, perfectionism, people pleasing, or over-functioning.Many women aren’t just physically tired.They’re soul tired.Tired of feeling like they must constantly earn rest, approval, enoughness, or love.In this episode, Tracy shares a powerful personal story about being forced to receive help after an emergency appendectomy just weeks before moving from her home of nearly 30 years — and how that season revealed how deeply many women tie their worth to what they can do.Together, we explore:* Christian women and burnout* self-worth and productivity* healing hustle-for-worth patterns* emotional exhaustion and over-functioning* people pleasing and perfectionism* receiving help without guilt* faith-based healing and personal growth* nervous system overwhelm* living from peace instead of pressure* identity as a beloved daughter of God* why wholeness is different from perfectionYou’ll also hear reflections on:✨ Mary and Martha✨ why many women struggle to receive✨ the fear of slowing down✨ moving from striving to peace✨ and what it means to stop performing for worthIf you’ve ever secretly wondered:“Am I enough?”“Why does life feel so heavy?”“Why do I feel guilty resting?”“Will I still matter if I stop over-performing?”…this episode is for you.Because a WHOLE woman does not stop caring.She simply stops abandoning herself in the process.✨ JOIN THE EVENT:WHOLE Women Don’t Hustle for Worth — June 20[INSERT EVENT LINK HERE]

What does it actually feel like to live whole instead of fragmented?In this episode of The Nourished Life for Christian Women, Tracy explores what true integration and wholeness look like in everyday life — emotionally, spiritually, mentally, and physically.So many Christian women live in internal contradiction:believing they are loved by God while constantly striving,knowing they’re allowed to rest while feeling guilty when they do,wanting peace while living in pressure and over-functioning.This episode is an honest and hope-filled conversation about:- healing emotional fragmentation- moving from striving to peace- self-worth and productivity- Christian women and burnout- nervous system healing- body image and exercise from a place of gratitude instead of self- punishment- reconnecting with yourself and God- living in alignment with your values- overcoming hustle-for-worth patterns- experiencing God’s love in real, embodied waysTracy also shares a personal story about healing her relationship with exercise and learning the difference between controlling her body and caring for it from a place of wholeness.You’ll hear reflections on:✨ why peace can initially feel uncomfortable✨ why many women fear slowing down✨ what integration actually feels like✨ the difference between self-improvement and self-connection✨ and how The WHOLE Way offers a pathway back to congruence, peace, and abundant lifeIf you’ve ever felt exhausted from constantly trying to “fix” yourself, this episode will help you begin imagining a different way to live:not perfect…but whole.“You are not a project to fix.You are a person to integrate.”

In this episode of The Nourished Life for Christian Women, we explore the hidden cost of living a fragmented life — constantly functioning, producing, helping, and striving while feeling disconnected from yourself, your body, your peace, and even from God.Many Christian women are not broken… they’re divided.Pulled between productivity and presence.Between knowing truth intellectually and actually feeling rooted in it emotionally and spiritually.Using the story of Mary and Martha, Tracy shares how modern women often become fragmented through over-functioning, people-pleasing, hustle-for-worth patterns, emotional disconnection, and constantly overriding their own needs in the name of responsibility.This episode is a gentle but eye-opening conversation about:Christian women and burnoutemotional and spiritual disconnectionthe hidden impact of hustle cultureself-worth and productivitynervous system overwhelmliving in alignment and wholenessreconnecting with yourself and Godmoving from striving to peacehealing fragmentation through presence and integrationIf you’ve ever felt exhausted from constantly “holding it all together,” this episode will help you begin recognizing the difference between functioning and truly living whole.You’ll also hear a brief introduction to Tracy’s June event:WHOLE Women Don’t Hustle for Worth.✨ You are not a project to fix.You are a person to integrate.

Why do you always feel like you should be doing more—even when you’re exhausted?In this episode, we uncover the hidden belief driving constant pressure, overworking, and the feeling of “never enough.” This isn’t about your schedule—it’s about the identity you’ve been living from.You’ll learn:• Why rest feels uncomfortable (and even wrong) • The “hustle-for-worth” cycle and how it keeps you stuck • What the story of Mary & Martha reveals about pressure and presence • How to begin separating your worth from your productivity If you’re tired of feeling behind—even when you’re doing so much—this episode will help you finally understand why.Email me at [email protected] Schedule your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

You may not actually be disorganized—maybe you’ve just never been supported in the way you actually need.In this episode, we unpack why getting organized feels so hard… and what’s really going on beneath the surface.If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I just get it together?”—this episode is for you.In this conversation with organization expert Miriam Ortiz y Pino of More Than Organized, we go far beyond bins, labels, and to-do lists.Because getting organized isn’t just about your space…it’s about your mind, your emotions, and the way you see yourself.We talk about:- Why you might resist getting organized (even when you want it)- The hidden mental and emotional blocks behind clutter and overwhelm- How your physical environment impacts your stress, habits, and decision-making- Why traditional organization advice often doesn’t stick- What it looks like to create a space that actually supports the life you wantIf you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, behind, or frustrated with yourself, this episode will help you see things in a completely different way—and offer a more supportive, realistic path forward.🎧 Listen now and start creating a life that feels like it’s working with you, not against you.Find Miriam at: https://morethanorganized.net/Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

In this episode, we explore the real reason change doesn’t stick—and it’s not about willpower, discipline, or “trying harder.” It’s about the environment that’s quietly shaping your identity, habits, and self-trust every day.You’ll learn:• Why self-sabotage isn’t the real problem • How your environment reinforces old patterns • A simple mindset shift that makes change feel possible again • What Romans 12:2 reveals about transformation If you’ve ever thought, “I was doing so well… what happened?”—this episode will change how you see yourself.Email me at [email protected] Schedule your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

Why do you keep second-guessing yourself… even when you’re trying to do everything right?In this episode, you’ll discover the hidden habit that’s quietly disconnecting you from yourself—and how to finally rebuild self-trust without more discipline, pressure, or “starting over.”If you’ve ever thought:“I should be doing better…”“Why can’t I just get this right?”“I’ll start again Monday…”This isn’t a willpower problem. It’s a self-trust problem.And it’s something you were taught.In this episode of The Nourished Life for Christian Women, we’re breaking down the subtle ways women learn to abandon themselves—and what it actually looks like to stay with yourself in real life.You’ll learn:The everyday signs of self-abandonment (most women miss these)Why trying to fix yourself keeps you stuckHow to rebuild self-trust in small, real-time momentsA simple shift that changes your relationship with food, your body, and yourselfThis is part of a powerful series on breaking free from the “not enough” mindset and learning how to live from a place of peace, clarity, and enoughness.If you’re ready to stop overthinking, trust yourself again, and feel more at home in your body—this episode is for you.✨ Book a free Nourishing Chat: https://calendly.com/tlastle/nourishing-chat-1

What if you could finally answer the question:“Why do I act this way?”—and actually change it?In Part 2 of this conversation with Karen Rubinstein, we dive into her powerful framework, The R.E.T.U.R.N. Way, and how it helps you interrupt old patterns, respond with intention, and reconnect with who you truly are.This episode moves from awareness into action.You’ll learn how to:• Recognize what’s really driving your reactions• Pause instead of defaulting to old coping patterns• Shift your thoughts and responses in real time• Begin creating a new, more grounded way of livingIf you’re tired of feeling stuck in cycles—emotionally, mentally, or spiritually—this conversation will give you a new lens and practical tools to begin responding differently.Not by trying harder…but by coming back to yourself.You can find Karen at -karenrubinstein.comEmail me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

Why do you react the way you do… even when you know better?In this powerful conversation with author Karen Rubinstein, we begin unpacking the deeper roots behind emotional triggers, self-sabotage, and those familiar overreactions that seem to come out of nowhere.If you’ve ever thought, “Why did I just do that?” or “Why do I keep falling into the same patterns?”—this episode will help you understand what’s really going on beneath the surface.We explore how old wounds, past experiences, and learned thought patterns quietly shape your present-day responses—and how awareness becomes the first step toward real change.This is the foundation for healing:Not fixing yourself… but finally understanding yourself.Find Karen at karenrubinstein.comEmail me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

What if nothing was ever wrong with you?If you feel stuck in self-doubt, perfectionism, or the cycle of trying to “fix” yourself—especially with food, your body, or your habits—this episode will change how you see everything.We’re unpacking the “not enough” belief, why you learned to distrust yourself, and how that pattern keeps you disconnected from your body, your peace, and your identity in God.This is the moment self-trust begins.✨ In this episode:• Why you feel like you’re the problem (and why you’re not)• How diet culture + perfectionism distort self-trust• The shift that breaks the cycle of guilt and shame• A faith-based perspective on your true identityIf you’re ready to stop overthinking, stop fixing, and finally feel at peace with food, your body, and yourself—this is for you.You were never broken.You were taught to believe you were.🎧 Listen now and start seeing yourself differently.

Why do you keep second-guessing yourself—even when you’re trying your best?In this episode, we unpack how women slowly lose self-trust—and why it’s not a discipline problem.If you’ve ever questioned your choices around food, your body, or your life… this will connect the dots.You’ll learn:How self-doubt is learned, not who you areThe subtle habits that build self-distrust over timeWhy control and “trying harder” keep you stuckThe first step to rebuilding trust with yourselfThis isn’t about fixing yourself.It’s about understanding what’s been happening beneath the surface.✨ You didn’t lose self-trust. You learned not to use it.Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.FREE EVENT REGISTRATION: https://bit.ly/TheNotEnoughLie

What if the reason you feel like you’re not enough… isn’t because you are—but because you were taught to believe it?In this episode, we’re unpacking the hidden belief of “not enough” and how it quietly shapes your relationship with food, your body, and your self-worth.If you’ve ever felt like:• you should be doing better • you can’t seem to stay consistent • you’re always falling just short of where you “should” be This episode will help you understand why.You’ll learn:• How the “not enough” belief actually forms (and why it’s not your fault) • The subtle ways diet culture and perfectionism train you to distrust yourself • Why more discipline doesn’t solve the problem • What begins to shift when you stop measuring yourself against impossible standards This is the beginning of a different conversation—one that moves you out of self-judgment and back into self-trust.If you’re tired of feeling like you’re constantly trying to fix yourself, this episode will meet you right where you are.🎧 Listen now and begin seeing yourself—and your life—through a new lens.FOR THE APRIL 11TH EVENT.https://bit.ly/TheNotEnoughLieEmail me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

If you feel like you “know better” but still keep falling back into the same patterns… this episode will change how you see yourself.Because it’s probably not a discipline problem.It’s a hope problem.In this episode, we explore the powerful story of the woman with the issue of blood—a woman who suffered for 12 years physically, emotionally, financially, and socially… and yet still found the strength to reach for something different.Her story reveals something most women never realize:You don’t move toward what you should do—you move toward what you believe is possible.If your hope has been worn down by years of trying, starting over, and feeling like you're “not enough,” this conversation will help you begin rebuilding it—gently, honestly, and in a way that actually leads to lasting change.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why lack of discipline is rarely the real issueHow losing hope quietly keeps you stuckThe connection between your future identity and your daily choicesA simple but powerful way to begin moving forward again✨ If this resonates, you’ll want to join me for my upcoming free event on April 11:The “Not Enough” Lie: Why You’re Doing So Much (and Still Feel Behind)A powerful, faith-centered experience to help you untangle self-doubt, rebuild trust with yourself, and begin living from your true identity.(More details coming soon.)Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.00:00 – Why this isn’t a discipline problem01:10 – The woman who suffered for 12 years03:00 – When hope starts to wear thin05:10 – Why awareness without hope feels heavy07:00 – You move toward what you believe is possible09:00 – This is why willpower isn’t working11:00 – What “reaching again” actually looks like13:00 – Where have you stopped reaching?14:30 – A quiet invitation to rebuild hope

If you’ve ever wondered why you know better… but still find yourself stuck in the same patterns, this episode will help you finally understand why.Last week we talked about the gap between knowing and doing.But today, we go deeper.Because the real reason so many women feel stuck isn’t a lack of discipline, motivation, or willpower.It’s something quieter.A story.A story about who you are… what you struggle with… and what’s possible for you.And the truth is — you may still be living from a version of yourself that no longer fits.In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why knowing better doesn’t always lead to doing better• How your identity (not your effort) shapes your habits• The subtle ways your past self may still be controlling your future• Why real transformation starts with how you see yourself• A simple but powerful shift to begin changing your life todayThis is where change starts to feel different.Not forced.Not exhausting.But grounded, intentional… and actually sustainable.You’ll also be introduced to a powerful concept:“Be Her Now.”A new way of approaching growth that doesn’t require perfection — just presence.If you’ve been feeling stuck, frustrated, or like you “should” be further along by now… this conversation will meet you right where you are.And it may just change the way you think about change itself.—🎧 Listen now and take your next step forward — not from who you’ve been… but from who you’re becoming.Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

Many women feel frustrated by the same thought:"I know better… so why am I still struggling?"You may know diets don’t work.You may know self-criticism isn’t helpful.You may know rest, balance, and kindness toward your body matter.And yet, the same patterns keep showing up.In this episode, we explore why knowing better doesn’t always lead to doing better—and why the issue is rarely a lack of discipline or information.Instead, the real challenge is often something deeper: a quiet loss of self-trust and a subtle belief that we are somehow not enough.You’ll learn:• Why information alone doesn’t create lasting change• How self-criticism quietly erodes trust with your body• The surprising role identity plays in habits and healing• Why rebuilding self-trust changes everything• A gentle question that can shift how you approach growthIf you’ve ever wondered why change feels difficult even though you know what to do, this conversation will help you see your experience with new compassion and clarity.You don’t need more pressure.You may simply need to come back to the wisdom already within you.Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at:bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

What if the discipline you’re proud of is actually disconnecting you from yourself?In this episode, we unpack the subtle ways high-achieving women practice self-abandonment — and call it strength. If you’ve pushed through exhaustion, ignored your body’s signals, struggled with people-pleasing, or felt burned out despite doing everything “right,” this conversation will resonate.We explore:Discipline vs. self-trustBurnout recovery for high-functioning womenPeople-pleasing and emotional exhaustionRebuilding body awareness and listening to your bodyA faith-informed perspective on emotional and spiritual healthMany women were taught that being good meant being agreeable, disciplined, and low-maintenance. Over time, that can lead to burnout, body mistrust, and quiet disconnection.You don’t need more willpower.You may need deeper connection.Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at:bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

What happens when life changes in an instant—and everything you knew is gone?In this powerful and deeply human conversation, Susan Sherayko shares her story of losing her home to a devastating mudslide in Southern California and the unexpected journey of rebuilding that followed. This episode explores what it really means to start over after loss—not just physically, but emotionally, spiritually, and practically.Together, we talk about the grief that comes with sudden change, the disorientation of losing a sense of “home,” and how purpose can slowly re-emerge in the aftermath of trauma. Susan reflects on resilience, identity, faith, and the quiet strength it takes to move forward when the path ahead is unclear.This episode is for anyone navigating a major life transition—whether due to loss, disaster, divorce, illness, or an unexpected turning point—and wondering how to rebuild in a way that feels meaningful, grounded, and true.In this episode, we explore:Life after sudden loss and natural disasterThe emotional impact of losing a homeRebuilding with intention after traumaFinding purpose after a major life changeResilience, faith, and personal growth in hard seasonsHow to begin again when “normal” no longer existsIf you’re in a season of rebuilding—or supporting someone who is—this conversation offers honesty, hope, and gentle wisdom for the road forward.Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

Poor gut health affects far more than digestion—it can quietly impact energy levels, immune function, inflammation, mood, and long-term health.In this episode, I’m joined by Terri Rahman, a gut health coach, for an eye-opening conversation about why gut health matters, how modern eating patterns are affecting our bodies, and what strong gut health can actually do for us.We talk specifically about the health impact of ultra-processed foods, why they’re so common in today’s diet, and how they differ from foods that are simply processed. If you’ve ever felt confused by food labels or unsure what “processed” really means, this conversation brings clarity without fear or extremes.In this episode, you’ll learn:How poor gut health can affect the body beyond digestionThe difference between processed foods vs. ultra-processed foodsThe health cost of regularly eating ultra-processed foodsWhy gut health plays a key role in overall well-beingWhat good gut health can support—from digestion to resilience and vitalityThis episode is for anyone who wants to understand gut health in a practical, accessible way—without diet trends, overwhelm, or complicated rules.🎧 Tune in to learn why your gut matters, what’s getting in the way, and how supporting gut health can positively influence your overall health.(This interview was originally part of a special event. Any free or VIP offers mentioned may not currently be available.)Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

If you’ve tried everything with food and body image and still feel stuck, this episode explains why—and why it was never about willpower.You’ll hear:• Why willpower can’t create lasting peace with food• How diet culture quietly disconnects you from your body• What’s actually missing in most approaches to food and body image• A gentler, more truthful starting point for changeI also share details about a free, one-hour live event where we’ll go deeper and experience this shift together—no fixing, no forcing, no shame.If you’re ready to stop striving and start relating to your body with trust, compassion, and clarity, this episode will meet you right where you are.

What if the goal isn’t just living longer—but living better?In this episode, I’m joined by Maricel Rocha, an Integrative Health Coach and Positive Intelligence Coach, to explore the difference between lifespan (how long you live) and healthspan (how well you live as you age).With a background in biotechnology and biochemistry, Maricel brings a grounded, science-informed perspective to aging—without the pressure, extremes, or quick fixes that so often surround the topic. We talk about practical, personalized ways to support metabolic health, energy, and resilience as we move through midlife and beyond.In our conversation, we explore:What healthspan really means and why it matters more than longevity aloneHow lifestyle choices influence biological age and overall vitalityThe role of data-informed tools (like CGMs and epigenetic testing) in understanding—not controlling—your healthHow to pursue feeling stronger and more energized without chasing perfectionMaricel’s approach is rooted in helping people feel younger, more vibrant, and supported from the inside out, using science as a guide—not a source of pressure.If you’re curious about aging well in a way that honors your body, your season of life, and your values, this conversation will meet you right where you are.You can learn more about Maricel and her work at maricelrocha.com.(This interview was originally part of a special event. Any free or VIP offers mentioned may not currently be available.)Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

Have you ever wished you could erase parts of your story—the hard seasons, the detours, the chapters that still feel tender?In this episode of The Nourished Life for Christian Women, I share two profound life lessons I learned from two of my personal heroes—lessons that have reshaped how I see my past, my purpose, and God’s faithfulness.We explore:Why nothing you’ve walked through has been wastedHow every season—painful, confusing, or quiet—has prepared you for what came laterWhat it means to stop trying to edit or minimize your storyHow God uses all of it to form wisdom, compassion, and callingFinding peace, trust, and identity as a beloved daughter of God—even when life hasn’t gone as plannedThis conversation is especially for Christian women who are healing their relationship with their body, food, faith, or self-worth and learning to see their lives through God’s redemptive lens—not diet culture’s or perfectionism’s.If you’ve ever wondered whether your story makes sense—or if parts of it should be different—this episode offers a gentle but powerful reframe rooted in faith, truth, and hope.Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at:bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

What if exercise wasn’t about changing your body — but about caring for it?In this episode of The Nourished Life for Christian Women, I’m joined by health, wellness, and fitness coach Lana Stevenson for a refreshing conversation about exercising for health rather than weight loss. Together, we explore a more sustainable, compassionate approach to movement — one that supports your mental health, physical well-being, and long-term vitality without body-shaping pressure.If your relationship with exercise has been shaped by dieting culture, guilt, or the belief that movement only “counts” if it changes your body, this episode offers a healing reframe. We talk about how health-focused exercise can improve mood, reduce stress, support brain health, strengthen the body, and increase energy — all without making weight loss the goal.In this conversation, we discuss:Why exercise doesn’t need to be tied to weight loss to be effectiveThe mental health benefits of movement, including stress relief and emotional regulationHow exercise supports overall health, longevity, and daily functioningReleasing body-based expectations and learning to move from care instead of controlFinding forms of movement that feel supportive, realistic, and sustainableThis episode is an invitation to step out of body reshaping and into health-centered movement — where exercise becomes a way to support your life, not manage your appearance.Pull up a chair. Your body deserves care, not correction.(This interview was originally part of a special event. Any free or VIP offers mentioned may not currently be available.)Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

If you’ve ever felt exhausted by thinking about food, your body, or your weight—this episode is for you.In this episode, I’m sharing powerful insights from Lindsey and Lexie Kite’s book More Than a Body and why their work resonates so deeply with Christian women who are tired of dieting, body shame, and self-judgment.We talk about:What self-objectification is and why it’s so common—even among women who “aren’t vain.”The real cost of body image struggles, and why it’s not about how you lookWhy freedom doesn’t come from loving your body more—but from making your body less centralHow diet culture quietly steals peace, presence, and purposeThis conversation is an invitation to step out of constant body monitoring and into a more peaceful, embodied, and faith-centered relationship with food and your body.If you’re longing to be free from food guilt, body shame, and the pressure to fix yourself—this episode will meet you right where you are.Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info

In this heartfelt and empowering podcast interview, Tracy Astle, founder of Nourishing Body & Soul, shares a refreshing and compassionate approach to healing your relationship with food and your body—without diets, guilt, or constant self-judgment.Together, we explore what it really means to move beyond diet culture and into intuitive eating, body respect, and peace with food. Tracy speaks to the emotional, spiritual, and practical layers of why so many women feel stuck in cycles of restriction, overeating, shame, and “starting over,” and how true freedom begins by reconnecting with your body’s wisdom and your God-given worth.This conversation is especially meaningful for women who are tired of striving, exhausted by food rules, and longing to feel at home in their bodies again. You’ll hear insights on how faith, mindset shifts, and gentle self-trust can transform not only how you eat, but how you live.If you’ve ever wondered:What if my last diet really could be my last diet?Is it possible to trust myself with food again?How do I stop letting food and body thoughts dominate my life?…this episode will feel like a deep exhale.(This interview was originally part of a special event. Any free or VIP offers mentioned may not currently be available.)Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

In this short, heartfelt episode, I recite the classic poem The Touch of the Master’s Hand—a timeless reminder of the incredible worth placed on every soul by a loving God.If you’re feeling worn out, undervalued, or unsure of your purpose, this poem will speak to you. Its message is simple and powerful: no matter how “beat up” life may leave us, everything changes when we’re in the hands of the Master.Take a few minutes to breathe, listen, and let this truth sink deep: you are loved, valued, and redeemed.Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

Kylie is one gifted photographer and business owner! Besides creating gorgeous photos, she has pursued that often elusive balance between building her business and prioritizing time for family and friends. She'll be the first to tell you she hasn't perfected living in that balance, but I know her well enough to know she is very intentional about using her time in ways aligned with her values. That results in a great amount of fulfillment in her work and in her life outside of work.Give a listen and pick up some great tips. (This interview was originally part of a special event.) Email me at [email protected]. Schedule your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

Are you walking through something heavy right now? Or even simply dealing with day-to-day frustrations? In today’s short and encouraging episode of The Nourished Life for Christian Women, Tracy Astle shares a powerful reminder: your track record for getting through hard things is 100%.In this uplifting Christian message, we talk about:✨ How to get through hard times when life feels overwhelming✨ Why your past resilience is proof you’ll make it through this moment✨ A faith-based perspective on navigating stress, fear, or discouragement✨ What Scripture teaches us about God’s presence in our struggles✨ How to find emotional strength, inner peace, and renewed hope todayIf you’re looking for Christian encouragement, spiritual resilience, or practical ways to stay grounded during hard seasons, this episode will lift your heart and remind you you’re not walking alone.Because no matter what you’re facing, God has carried you before—and He’ll carry you now.And you?You’ve made it through every hard thing so far.✨ Your success rate is 100%.If this message encourages you, share it with someone who needs hope today and subscribe for moreContact me - emial - [email protected] a free call - calendly.com/tlastle/nourishing-chat

In this week’s episode of The Nourished Life for Christian Women, I’m joined by the incredible Dr. Jackee Clement for a deeply needed conversation on how to avoid burnout and how to heal from it. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, tired in your bones, or disconnected from your own needs, this episode will meet you with compassion, clarity, and hope.Dr. Jackee and I explore the real causes of burnout—from overgiving and people-pleasing to emotional overload, chronic stress, and the pressure to perform. She breaks down the early warning signs most women overlook and offers practical, science-backed tools for restoring balance, energy, and peace.We also discuss the spiritual and emotional side of burnout, including how to reconnect with your values, make soul-aligned decisions, and give yourself permission to rest without guilt. And then—my favorite moment—Dr. Jackee shares one of the most beautiful answers I’ve ever heard to the question:“What’s one of the most important keys to living a life that’s truly nourished—body and soul?”If you’re longing for more ease, more grace, more joy, and a healthier relationship with your time, energy, and expectations, this conversation will bless you.(This interview was originally part of a special event. Any free or VIP offers mentioned may not currently be available.)Email me at [email protected] your free coaching call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

Learn how to stop emotional eating before it starts by recognizing your triggers and turning to faith, not food, for comfort. In this short, grace-filled episode, you’ll discover simple ways to pause, pray, and nourish both body and soul.

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with health coach Monica Marrone to explore how personal growth, abundance, and purpose work together to create a meaningful life. We talk about what it really means to “be more”—to keep growing, learning, and becoming who God designed us to be—so that we can “make more” with integrity and confidence, and ultimately “give more” to the people and causes that matter most.

A touching story about a little girl, her treasured necklace, and the moment she learns to trust and let go—only to receive something far greater in return. This faith-filled episode will inspire you to release what’s holding you back and trust God’s goodness and timing.

In this inspiring episode of The Nourished Life for Christian Women (formerly Nousishing Body & Soul: The Podcast), coach Barbara Zinda and I dive into the power of connection and why we truly are better together. Discover the importance of community and how building genuine relationships can bring emotional healing, deepen your spiritual growth, and help you overcome loneliness.Through a faith-filled lens, we’ll explore how Christian women can find belonging and purpose by nurturing faith and relationships that reflect God’s love. You’ll learn how to create community support that uplifts, encourages, and reminds you that you were never meant to do life alone.If you’re ready to strengthen your connections—with God, yourself, and others—this episode will encourage you to step into the joy of living fully connected, heart and soul.For a free call, email me at [email protected](This interview was originally part of a special event. Any free or VIP offers mentioned may not currently be available.)

I love asking people what one life lesson is that they've learned so far. Listen in to learn one of the most impactful answers I've received.Contact me at [email protected]

Lois Zehr is a heart-centered, energetic life coach who helps people heal, grow, and live from the inside out. With over a decade of coaching experience and a passion for practical spirituality, she empowers individuals to embrace God’s process for heart healing, break free from limitations, and step into their bold, God-given identity and purpose. Find her at www.possibilitycoaching.life(This interview was originally part of a special event. Any free or VIP offers mentioned may not currently be available.)

Did you know that stress changes the way your body digests food? When you’re stressed, your body shifts into “fight-or-flight” mode, slowing digestion and creating more tension. But when you slow down and breathe deeply, you trigger your body’s natural relaxation response—supporting digestion, lowering stress, and restoring peace.In this episode, I’ll share the science behind stress vs. relaxation, a personal story about how slowing down changed everything for me during a hectic tax season, and guide you through a simple breathing exercise called “box breathing.” You’ll leave with a tool you can use anywhere—for calm, clarity, and better health.👉 Free Coaching Call: If stress or emotional eating is holding you back, schedule a free call with me today. Together, we’ll create a personalized plan for peace, growth, and freedom. Schedule your free call at: bit.ly/nourishingchat. Or text (530)329-4234 for more info.

Lisa Roye-Bowers is a seasoned Health and Wellness Mentor with over 30 years of experience working alongside functional medicine practitioners, herbalists, naturopaths, and neuroscientists. Her personal health journey led her to the transformative world of biohacking and frequency-based wellness, where she found innovative solutions that reignited her passion for helping others. Join me for a fascinating talk with her about state-of-the-art frequency technology that can offer personalized health insights and real-time solutions. Find her at www.anewcreationwellness.com(This interview was originally part of a special event. Any free or VIP offers mentioned may not currently be available.)

Have you ever felt like boldly approaching God’s throne of grace is intimidating—or maybe even impossible? In this episode, we’ll explore Hebrews 4:16 and what it really means to come with confidence before Him. I’ll share the story of Lois and her kitchen countertops to illustrate how deeply God cares about the details of our lives—and how our boldness grows when our confidence is in Him rather than in ourselves.Then we’ll talk about how this applies to struggles like emotional eating, where frustration and disappointment often leave us feeling like failures. The truth is, God longs to help us in these areas too. He’s not distant—He’s present, ready to meet us with grace and power.👉 Free Resource: Stop Emotional Eating Before It Starts – Discover 3 simple, faith-filled steps to invite God into your journey and experience freedom. Text Stop emotional eating to (530)329-4234 to get it today.

We all have moments of self-doubt. Listen in as Confidence Coach, Amma Primicino, and I discuss how to grow into confidence in spite of that doubt. Amma is a confidence coach, Self-Discovery Advocate, and Relationship Catalyst who Empowers Individuals to Master Confidence, Discover Self & Thrive in Life, Career & and relationships, turn their passion into cash, and achieve 7-figure success with a focus on self-worth and confidence. (This interview was originally part of a special event. Any free or VIP offers mentioned may not currently be available.)

Join me for a delightful conversation with Mary Scott, where we discuss stepping into life after 50 with purpose, confidence, and joy. With over 30 years of experience, Mary is a transformative Confidence Coach, entrepreneur, and published author dedicated to empowering women over 50 to reclaim their confidence and embrace their next chapter. (This interview was originally part of a special event. Any free or VIP offers mentioned may not currently be available.)

Tune in to hear my personal story of how my hearing was miraculously restored. This episode delves into the Christian teachings on healing and wholeness, offering insights and inspiration on what healing can look like. Reflect on your own journey and consider what healing and wholeness might look like in your life.

Discover the power of setting wise, specific metrics to track your progress effectively. Whether you're navigating a challenging situation, improving a relationship, or aiming for personal growth, understanding the right metrics can be a game-changer. Tune in to learn practical tips, real-life examples, and the secrets to measuring like a boss for real, tangible results.

This simple question can help you gain clarity, find a place to begin planning, feel settled about something that's bothering you, and more. Check it out. #clarity #nourishingbodyandsoul

If your doctor said you had to lose X number of pounds in 30 days, what would you do first? This came up in an online group, and let me tell you, people had opinions! How would you respond?

Super short episode with a lovely little video to inspire you to nourish your body and soul by spending some time outside.

Do you feel like you don't have time to be still, even for a minute? Maybe the idea of it sounds boring or useless to you. Join us for a fun chat and some practical tips on the benefits of stillness and how to claim them - even if you only have a few seconds! NourishingBodySoul.com LinkedIn page