Stop Being Perfect with Dani Sheriff

Abby was an EARLY client of mine from The HA Society... but here's what's coolest about that...She is a dietician and fitness enthusiast (CrossFit) who has gone through the entire journey start to finish:Lose periodGet it backReintroduce some trainingGet pregnantRecover postpartumReintroduce training (and go a little harder)Oh, and she is a business owner...So in this episode we bond over our shared experiences from recovery to being mothers who own businesses and also who purse athletic things.Let's do it!Learn more about Abby:https://instagram.com/abbygrimm_Jool Wellness – food based supplements for your life!https://joolwellness.comVisit me on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffThe Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.

In this episode I'm re-joined by my OG business partner Ashley Smith but ALSO, by Mishi Garcia – the third part owner of our second business, Jool Wellness.In this episode we talk about working with friends, growing as business owners, doing things we never thought we would do and MORE.If you've ever wanted a business partnership, you'll learn something for sure.Visit on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffhttp://instagram.com/joolwellnessThe Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.

Dani is joined by Lindsey Cortes, the host of Female Athlete Nutrition. Lindsey is a lifetime athletes who has also had her own journey with hormone health and overtraining, and uses her platform to help other women dealing with RED-S and similar issues. However, as time goes on so does her life situation. As a mother of two boys, one with high nutritional needs which we discuss in the episode, sport AND entrepreneurship have both had to take a side step.Life is wild like that and in this episode, we talk about how wonderful it can all be when you go with it VS having such a tight hold on how everything was supposed to turn out.Enjoy!Follow Lindseyhttps://www.instagram.com/female.athlete.nutritionFollow Danihttps://www.instagram.com/danisheriff

In this episode Dani shares openly about her perspective on screen time as a parent and how she navigates this ever-evolving internet based world with her daughter.The long and short of it is that it's not all that bad and if you're dealing with guilt about screen time as a parent, she hopes that you'll enjoy this reframe. If anything else, know that you're not alone!Follow Dani:https://thehasociety.com/danisheriff

In this episode Dani and Ashley speak candidly of how their business partnership as co-owners of The HA Society started and evolved in to what it is today. We talk about strengths, weaknesses, triumphs and pivoting FAST. How blame is not a part of our culture and how pivoting and executing FAST is our main goal always.We hope you enjoy!Learn more about Ashley: https://instagram.com/ashley_marie_smith_Follow Danihttps://instagram.com/danisheriff

Dani is joined by Mishi for an honest conversation about exercise anxiety, stepping away from movement during recovery, and what it really looks like to return to exercise without guilt, control, or obsession.This episode is especially relevant for women recovering from hypothalamic amenorrhea who feel unsure whether exercise can ever be healthy again — or who fear that rest and eating freely means losing a part of their identity.From Competitive Gymnastics to Exercise ControlMishi shares her background as a competitive gymnast for 18 years and how that identity shaped her relationship with exercise long after she retired. For nearly a decade, she maintained a high level of athleticism, but over time, exercise and nutrition became increasingly rigid and controlling.Through her HA recovery, Mishi realized that exercise was no longer serving her health. She made the difficult decision to take a 6–8 month break from structured exercise and gave herself unconditional permission to eat. She describes this realization as a massive emotional release — similar to the unexpected relief she felt when being laid off during COVID — as if a constant weight had finally been lifted.When Exercise Stops Being FunThe conversation explores how exercise can become transactional: something you do to earn food, manage anxiety, or control your body. Mishi opens up about moving to Florida in 2023 and experiencing a period of emotional numbness, regret, and disconnection from movement altogether.Instead of forcing motivation, she learned to reframe her past relationship with exercise with gratitude — recognizing that it served her at one point, but no longer needed to define her present.Rebuilding an Active Life Without ExtremesMishi shares how she slowly embraced a more active lifestyle in Florida, starting with something simple and accessible: walking a familiar 3-mile bridge-to-bridge loop. She talks about overcoming the mental barriers of inconvenience, lack of purpose, and the absence of weight-loss motivation.Together, Dani and Mishi discuss the challenge many women face after HA: How do you stay consistent with movement when guilt, fear, and aesthetic goals are no longer driving the behavior?Their answer isn’t perfection — it’s balance, flexibility, and rejecting extremes on both ends.Letting Go of Validation Through Exercise and FoodThis episode dives deep into the freedom that comes from no longer using exercise or food as a form of external validation. Mishi shares how grateful she feels to move through busy seasons of life without constantly thinking about nutrition or workouts, allowing her to focus on her business and personal priorities.Dani adds her perspective on how exercise often becomes meaningful again when it supports health or function, rather than control or appearance.Shifting to Health-Focused FitnessDani reflects on her own transition from competitive Olympic weightlifting to a more health-focused fitness approach — one that improved her posture, reduced back pain, and supported better body composition without obsession.They discuss normalizing food choices, including enjoying fast food without guilt, and why reducing stress around food is especially important for women dealing with hormone imbalances. Instead of hyper-fixating on ingredients or rigid rules, Dani emphasizes intentionality, flexibility, and context.Returning to Exercise With ConfidenceToward the end of the episode, Mishi shares how she’s recently returned to strength training at a CrossFit gym — intentionally avoiding high-intensity elements while rebuilding trust with her body. She also shares a long-term goal that feels exciting rather than punishing: regaining her gymnastics skills, including back handsprings, by 2026.The episode wraps with a lighthearted discussion about competitive sports, confidence, and identity, reminding listeners that movement can be playful, empowering, and self-directed again.Who This Episode Is ForThis conversation is for you if:You feel anxious about exercising during or after HA recoveryYou’ve taken a break from movement and don’t know how to returnExercise used to feel joyful but now feels controlling or drainingYou want a healthier, calmer relationship with food and fitnessThis episode offers reassurance that you don’t have to choose between health and movement — and that joy, strength, and confidence can come back on your own terms.Follow Mishi:https://instagram.com/itsmishigarciahttps://instagram.com/danisheriff

Olivia shares her personal story of discovering she had hypothalamic amenorrhea after years of a competitive fitness mindset. Despite working with a coach focused on muscle gain, her hormones and cycle never normalized. That turning point led her to work with a dietitian who specialized in HA, join the HA Society, and ultimately recover her cycle.After recovery, Olivia faced a new challenge: how to return to exercise without slipping back into old patterns. She opens up about working in a commercial gym environment, the mental strain of aesthetic-focused fitness culture, and how those experiences shaped her approach to training today.Now a personal trainer based in Toronto, Olivia works with women both online and in person, helping them rebuild strength, confidence, and consistency after HA — without fear that exercise will “break” their cycle again.Returning to Exercise After Hypothalamic AmenorrheaOne of the biggest fears women have after HA recovery is whether they can safely exercise again. Dani and Olivia discuss:Why exercise itself isn’t the enemy, but under-fueling and stress areHow regular, well-fueled training can actually support a regular menstrual cycleWhat a healthy transition back to movement looks like after HAWhy performance-based goals (strength, energy, resilience) matter more than weight lossOlivia explains how she helps clients coming out of HA focus on strength, function, and confidence, rather than aesthetics, and how cycle awareness plays a role in long-term training success.Building a Fitness Business That Prioritizes Health Over AestheticsOlivia also shares the behind-the-scenes reality of building her business, Lifted with Liv, which prioritizes holistic health rather than weight loss. She talks openly about:The challenges of marketing a health-first message in a weight-loss-obsessed industryWhy word-of-mouth has been essential to her growthThe importance of long-term client relationships, especially for women with eating disorder historiesThe mental load of running a values-aligned business while navigating life stressors like planning a weddingDani reflects on similar challenges in the HA recovery space and why performance-focused training is becoming more appealing than traditional fat-loss narratives.What This Episode Is Really AboutThis conversation is for women who are asking:Can I exercise again after HA?How do I train without obsessing over my body?What does “health” actually look like long-term?Is there life — and fitness — after recovery?If you’re navigating HA recovery, returning to exercise, or trying to build a healthier relationship with movement and work, this episode will leave you feeling grounded, hopeful, and empowered.Listen now and get ready for a new era of conversations about life after HA.Learn more from Olivia:https://www.instagram.com/liftedwithliv_Follow Dani:https://instagram.com/danisheriff

This episode is also being featured on The Hypothalamic Amenorrhea Podcast.Abby Lowe and Mishi Garcia — The HA Society coaches – share their why and reasons behind not only choosing to become HA recovery coaches, but what a day in that life looks like. They share their experience using the Holistic HA Practitioner Certification as a path to getting their dream careers in motion.Take The HHAP Coach Traininghttps://holistichapractitioner.com/coachtrainingLearn about the Holistic HA Practitioner Certificationhttps://holistichapractitioner.comVisit me on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffhttps://instagram.com/itsmishigarciahttps://instagram.com/abbylowekey

Holistic HA Practitioner Info Session:https://holistichapractitioner.comGet your free sample of Jool Wellness Beef Liverhttps://joolwellness.comWork 1:1 with me to get your period backhttp://thehasociety.com/coachingVisit me on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffThe Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.

I am co owner of two businesses: a hypothalamic amenorrhea coaching company – The HA Society – and a beef liver and oyster capsule company, Jool Wellness. As an entrepreneur of almost 10 years I have a good pulse for what is working for our business and what isn't... so today I am sharing with you the factors that have been most impactful for us, and those that are maybe a "not right now" strategy. Take what works for you, leave the rest!Please support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness - Get your FREE sample!https://joolwellness.comFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

Today I talk about what to expect after an early miscarriage after hypothalamic amenorrhea, as well as what to expect for your cycle and conception afterwards. I also share my FAM perspective on contraception and the potential side effects of each.Join The HA Societyhttp://thehasociety.com/joinWork 1:1 with us to get your period backhttp://thehasociety.com/coachingVisit us on YouTubehttps://youtube.com/c/danisheriffFollow us on IGhttp://instagram.com/thehasocietyhttp://instagram.com/danisheriffThe Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.

Supplementation is one of the first things people with fertility challenges start doing... but at a certain point does it make sense to stop?Postpartum tips especially for women with a history of hypothalamic amenorrhea and infertility issues.Please support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness - use code HASOCIETY for 12% off for life (the biggest discount available)https://joolwellness.comFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

In today's episode we're talking about how to handle someone you love with disordered eating... can you talk to them about it?What to do if your period goes missing after a stressful month.Wanting to maintain your weight loss while going through recovery (which is all about having to make hard choices)And more about being an entreprenuer!Please support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness - use code HASOCIETY for 12% off for life (the biggest discount available)https://joolwellness.comFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

We're all struggling with the same issues. Don't believe ANYONE posting about their parenting perfection. Let's talk about it.Please support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness - use code HASOCIETY for 12% off for life (the biggest discount available)https://joolwellness.comFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

In today's SBP episode I'm answering a requested question about pregnancy when you have a history of hypothalamic amenorrhea.There is so much to discuss about nutrition, exercise, if beef liver is safe for pregnancy and more. Below are some resources:Is beef liver safe for pregnancyhttps://www.joolwellness.com/pages/beef-liver-for-pregnancyPregnancy after HA: What's safe?https://youtu.be/y6WTO7sz-F4The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness - use code HASOCIETY for 12% off for life (the biggest discount available)https://joolwellness.comFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

This week I am joined by Ashley to talk about stress and overwhelm when you have everything on your plate and feel like you need to be perfect about it.Jool Wellness - use code HASOCIETY for 12% off for life (the biggest discount available)https://joolwellness.comThe HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

Today let's talk about decision making and letting the a fear of making a decision without all the facts stop you, floor you and stump you.Please support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness - use code HASOCIETY for 12% off for life (the biggest discount available)https://joolwellness.comFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

No I'm serious... if you really really don't want to do anything other than train, work out, exercise – whatever you want to call it – let's talk about the mindset needed to make something like that actually work.Jool Wellness - use code HASOCIETY for 12% off for life (the biggest discount available) - NOW AVAILABLE IN THE UKhttps://joolwellness.comThe HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

It's possible to menstruate and have an awesome cycle without making it your life's dedicated mission. Today I will tell you the 8 ways I make this happen and I hope you'll take some of these on for yourselfPlease support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness - use code HASOCIETY for 12% off for life (the biggest discount available)https://joolwellness.comFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

It's exactly what it sounds like.Please support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness - use code HASOCIETY for 12% off for life (the biggest discount available)https://joolwellness.comFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

Today I answer one listeners questions:How to find things to be passionate about other than the way your body looksHow to find your clothing style or adapt your style to your new bodyHow to approach people in your environment that have HA but are not willing to make the necessary changes to recoverHow to prevent from relapsingPlease support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness - use code HASOCIETY for 12% off for life (the biggest discount available)https://joolwellness.comFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

Let's talk about how all of your need to control is just anxiety floating to the surface...And tell you about how I'm approaching the acquisition of our new company Jool Wellness psychologically.Enjoy!Please support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness  - use code HASOCIETY for 12% off for life (the biggest discount available)https://joolwellness.comFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

The cat is OUT of the bag.....https://instagram.com/joolwellnessGo give it a followNow for today's episode... what do you do next when you've given up your entire life's purpose of being thin and fit?You mourn, then you get up and go.Let's discuss!Please support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness Supplements - get 12% offhttps://www.joolwellness.com/discount/HASOCIETYFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

Ya'll... I've been COOKING on something new with Ashley and Mishi and we cannot wait to share it with you. I can't announce it yet but definitely hit me up on instagram if you care. Otherwise you can wait. https://instagram.com/danisheriffIn today's episode I candidly talk about what works for me when it comes to making the entrepreneurial leap...and the next one and the next one.Please support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness Supplements - get 12% offhttps://www.joolwellness.com/discount/HASOCIETYFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

Divorce and parenting has NOTHING to do with perfection. Total oxymoron.Today I share some details on my split, specifically in the context of how it has impacted my parenting.I hope that this helps someone out there be more forgiving of themselves, have more patience and lower their expectations.Please support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness Supplements - get 12% offhttps://www.joolwellness.com/discount/HASOCIETYFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

Everyone wants to know how to reach set point after gaining weight during hypothalamic amenorrhea recovery and I'm here to tell you, after a 4+ year journey, how it's done.I don't promise you'll like, though...In this episode I share my story the weight I gained, and the weight I lost. How, why and when. And of course I will tell you the magical secret so that you can harness the magic of set point theory for yourself.Please support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness Supplements - get 12% offhttps://www.joolwellness.com/discount/HASOCIETYFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

If you're looking for a warm hug and to be coddled about your body image issues, I don't gotchu.But I think you'll appreciate this insight anyway. Personally, a firm kick in the pants always helped me out a LOT.Because a lot of your problems with body image and controlling every aspect of your life come from a distinct lack of what we're talking about today. Enjoy!Please support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness Supplements - get 12% offhttps://www.joolwellness.com/discount/HASOCIETYFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

Did you know that my work day is basically only from 9-12? Yep, talk about creating a life I love.Sure, a few times a week I'm in the ZONE on a project or have a heavier client day, but otherwise, it's time to run my household, be with my daughter and train for pickleball.In this episode I am sharing about the minimum skills I think you need to have to bootstrap an ONLINE business and how I've been helping other women do it, too.Want to join our info sessions about the Holistic HA Practitioner Certification and how we run that?https://holistichapractitioner.com/coachtrainingENJOY!Please support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness Supplements - get 12% offhttps://www.joolwellness.com/discount/HASOCIETYFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

Leading on from last week, today I share some tips from listeners/members of The HA Society, who have their own strategies to help improve their relationship with their body.Then I'm sharing my number 1 strategy for being a better mum... coming from someone who once rated herself a 6/10 but is up to an 8/10... LOLPlease support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness Supplements - get 12% offhttps://www.joolwellness.com/discount/HASOCIETYFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

Today I'm giving you a little on MY journey with body image, some tips and things that have worked for me as I continue down this path.Soon I will post another episode with OTHER peoples tips :)Stylist I used:https://bysamanthadawn.comPlease support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness Supplements - get 12% offhttps://www.joolwellness.com/discount/HASOCIETYFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

Can you complete in sports at a high level AFTER you've had hypothalamic amenorrhea?Yes, you can.Now I'm not saying I'm at the highest level - I am NOT. But I'm on a mission to get there... Let me break down for you what, how and where we're at.Questions? Let me know!!https://instagram.com/danisheriffPlease support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness Supplements - get 12% offhttps://www.joolwellness.com/discount/HASOCIETYFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

Today I share the origin story of how The HA Society - our company - was born:The ideaThe podcastThe HA Society communityThe coaching companyThe partnership (more on this later)I hope you'll find it entertaining and maybe even motivating for your own idea!Please support this show by supporting these guys:The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comJool Wellness Supplements - get 12% offhttps://www.joolwellness.com/discount/HASOCIETYFrownies - don't get botox!https://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Underwear - Bleed Freely!https://saalt.com/DANI96922

Life after hypothalamic amenorrhea...Training (pickleball!)EntrepreneurshipParentingWhat ever else comes up...Stop Being Perfect is a brand new show basically dedicated to life AFTER hypothalamic amenorrhea.Listen to Stop Being Perfect on Apple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stop-being-perfect-with-dani-sheriff/id1793939225Listen to Stop Being Perfect on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1hmKyBMsHTyQsB976FD9wtThe ORIGINAL show, The Hypothalamic Amenorrhea which is best for you if you're still in recovery is here:https://thehasociety.com/the-ha-podcastVisit my company The HA Societyhttps://thehasociety.comSupport this show by buying from these brands:Jool Wellness Supplements - get 12% offhttps://www.joolwellness.com/discount/HASOCIETYFrownieshttps://www.frownies.com#aff=316Use code danisheriffSaalt Period Underwearhttps://saalt.com/DANI96922