Wellness for Real Life Podcast

In this episode of The Wellness for Real Life Podcast, Marci and Lauren share their reflections on the holiday season, life updates, and actionable advice on how to approach wellness goals when motivation feels fleeting. They discuss the power of routines, systems, and mindset shifts, breaking down how to sustain progress during life’s busy and unpredictable moments.

Key Topics Covered:

[0:00] - Intro & Life Updates:

Marci and Lauren kick off with a discussion about the holidays approaching fast. Marci and Lauren also drop some a big life updates including Marci selling her car and upgraded to a vehicle that brings her more joy and comfort and moving apartment units.

[6:00] - Letting Go of What Drains You:

Marci explains how releasing her old car that felt like “a weight” transformed her energy and mindset, while Lauren shares how selling her house earlier this year created a similar feeling of relief and clarity.

[10:50] - The Fresh Start Effect:

The hosts dive into the concept of “temporal landmarks,” such as New Year’s Day, Mondays, or big life transitions, and how these can be leveraged to reset habits and step into a new version of yourself.

[21:45] - Motivation Isn’t Enough:

Marci and Lauren debunk the myth of motivation, explaining that it’s not reliable for long-term success. They emphasize the importance of systems, routines, and habits that run on autopilot to ensure consistency.

[28:00] - Building Systems That Work for You:

The duo shares client success stories and practical advice for meal planning, reducing decision fatigue, and making workouts more enjoyable. Lauren highlights one client’s creative approach to simplifying family meal planning.

[34:15] - The Role of Identity in Wellness Success:

Lauren and Marci explain why the key to sustaining healthy habits is to shift your identity to align with your goals. They discuss how small actions build self-trust and reinforce a new version of yourself.

[41:30] - Using Momentum, Not Motivation:

The hosts introduce the concept of momentum and why starting your day with small wins can set the tone for success. Marci shares her strategy of avoiding the snooze button and starting her day with purpose.

[47:50] - Make It Fun & Leverage Emotions:

From using rituals to create enjoyment (like turning on a favorite podcast while meal prepping) to leveraging emotions like anger or grief to fuel action, Marci and Lauren share creative ways to stay engaged in the process.

[56:30] - Managing Setbacks:

The duo wraps up with advice on adjusting expectations when life throws curveballs, reminding listeners that progress doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to be consistent.

Links & Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

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