Perfectionism pretends to be noble. It pretends to help you improve and grow. But in reality, it creates crippling self-doubt and leaves you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and stuck. Instead of helping you grow, perfectionism limits your potential and keeps you small. Perfectionism hits women especially hard. Throw a profession, some children, and religion into the mix and then it really kicks into high gear. The Perfectionist Professional Woman podcast is for high-achieving working women who ...
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Here, we're all about helping high-level executive women like you overcome emotional eating and develop healthier habits. Think of it as your go-to guide for mindful eating and emotional wellness. We'll dive into topics like understanding triggers, managing stress eating, and fostering a positive relationship with food. You'll hear from experts and real-life stories that'll inspire and empower you on your journey. So, why listen? Because we're here to support you, provide practical tips, and ...
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Episode 21: Reconnecting with Nature: Cindy Ann Olson on Gardening, Edible Flowers, and Holistic Health
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In this captivating episode, host Dr. Peggy Gleason welcomes Cindy Ann Olson, the founder of the Natural Health Collaborative and a passionate advocate for holistic living. Cindy shares her remarkable journey of reconnecting with nature and empowering individuals to embrace healthier lifestyles through natural remedies, gardening, and community col…
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Follow us on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/professional-womans-wellness-podcast/id1746353598 Subscribe to See All Our Podcast Episodes: https://offer.professionalwomanswellness.com/podcast In this episode, we sit down with Katie Friedman, a licensed dispensing optician and low vision specialist, to uncover how vision impacts …
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Episode 19 Nature's Healing Secrets Discovering the Power of Plants with Forager and Herbalist Amelia from Black Sun Farm
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Follow us on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/professional-womans-wellness-podcast/id1746353598 Subscribe to See All Our Podcast Episodes: https://offer.professionalwomanswellness.com/podcast In this enlightening episode, host Dr. Peggy invites Amelia South, a professional forager and practicing herbalist, to discuss the wonders…
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Episode 18 Healing Your Gut And Unlocking True Wellness: A Heartfelt Chat With Holistic Health Coach Terri Rahman
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In this episode, we dive deep into the world of holistic health and wellness with the incredible Terri Rahman. Terri shares her powerful journey of overcoming personal health struggles and how healing her gut transformed not just her body but her entire approach to life. Key Takeaways: The Connection Between Gut Health and Overall Well-being: “Your…
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Join Melissa Deally as she welcomes Dr. Peggy Gleason, owner of Professional Women's Wellness, who is on a mission to help professional women gain body confidence through mindful eating. With decades of experience as a critical care nurse and a background in integrative health, Dr. Peggy offers a fresh perspective on health and wellness. Key Highli…
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Episode 16: The Mindful Wellness Journey Dr. Peggy Gleason's Guest Spot on the Possibility Action Network with Dr. Stephen Middleton
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Welcome back to another episode of the Professional Woman's Wellness Podcas! Today I wanted to share my interview on the Dr. Stephen Middleton, a.k.a. Possibility Man's podcast, From working as a critical care nurse to becoming a true pioneer in integrative health and wellness, Dr. Peggy has devoted her life to helping women live healthier, more ba…
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Introduction: Hey everyone! Welcome back to another empowering episode of the Professional Women's Wellness Podcast! I’m Dr. Peggy Gleon, and today I’m thrilled to introduce you to the incredible Stella Scott. Stella’s journey is nothing short of inspiring—from conquering club feet to founding a dance company at 20, to gracing opera stages, and now…
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Episode #14 Reprogramming Your Reality: Harnessing the Power of Your Mind and Body with Melissa Deally
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Welcome back to the Professional Women's Wellness Podcast! I’m Dr. Peggy Gleason, and today, I’m super excited to introduce you to someone truly inspiring—Melissa Deally. Melissa is an Integrative Mind-Body Health Practitioner who’s gone from the corporate world to a life dedicated to helping others heal. She’s a powerhouse when it comes to underst…
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Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Professional Women's Wellness Podcast! I’m Dr. Peggy Gleon, your host and the creator of the Mindful Eating Approach. Today, I’m excited to introduce you to the fabulous Tessa Gray, a Paris-trained dress designer turned image and color expert. Tessa has an incredible journey from being a chef and jockey t…
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Welcome to the Professional Women's Wellness Podcast! I’m Dr. Peggy Gleason, creator of the Mindful Eating Approach. Today, we have a special guest, Patrice Porter, also known as The Gardening Grandma. Patrice is a master cultivator who sows seeds of life skills in future generations, teaching the art of growing fresh, nourishing foods while suppor…
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Episode #11 Dori Staehle How You Can Drum Your Way To Better Health. It Boosts Your Body, Brain, Memory, And Mindset.
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Welcome to the Professional Women's Wellness Podcast! I’m Dr. Peggy Gleason, creator of the Mindful Eating Approach. Today, we have a special guest, Dori Dori Staehle , the owner of Next Stage Drumming and the only certified drum therapist in North Carolina. Dori’s journey into drumming and her unique approach to healing through rhythm is truly ins…
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Episode #10 Mastering Stress and Anger with Dr. Mort Orman: Proven Strategies for a Happier, Healthier Life With Dr. Mort Orman M.D.
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Welcome back to the Professional Women's Wellness Podcast. I’m Dr. Peggy Gleason, and today we have an amazing guest, Dr. Mort Orman. Dr. Orman is not only an internal medicine physician but also an expert in anger and stress elimination with over 40 years of experience. He’s written 23 books on the topic and developed programs like the 10-session …
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Episode #09: Navigating Overwhelm, Setting Boundaries, and Healing Emotional Wounds With Dr. Tamara White
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Welcome back to the Professional Women's Wellness Podcast. I’m your host, Dr. Peggy Gleason, and today we have an absolutely inspiring guest, Dr. Tamara White. Dr. Tamara has over 25 years of experience in the helping profession and has dedicated her career to empowering women to live more fulfilled and productive lives. She’s the creator of the Co…
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Episode #08 with Marla Press TOP 10 MISTAKES PUBLIC SPEAKERS MAKE AND THE SECRETS TO FIX THEM
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Welcome to the Professional Women's Wellness Podcast! I'm Dr. Peggy Gleason, creator of the Mindful Eating Approach. Today, we have a special guest, Marla Press, the founder of Speakers on Fire Academy Marla is a public speaking coach, life coach, and expert in the art of presence. She’s here to share her journey and give us insights on how to spea…
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Episode #07 Nutrition, Wellness, and Savings: Insights from the Natural Health Collaborative With Cindy Ann Olson
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Episode #5 Part 2: Decoding the Mitochondria: Practical Steps to Boost Your Energy and Wellness
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Episode #06 with Karen Sammer National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach Crushing Cravings: A Journey to Weight Loss and Diabetes Prevention
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Connect with Dr. Peggy Gleason Get $50.00 off our Goodbye Night Bites Course: 30 Day Journey to Stop Emotional Eating At Night https://tinyurl.com/goodbyenightbites50off Subscribe to our Weekly Mindful Journey Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/themindfuljourneynewsletter Subscribe to our Podcast Page: https://offer.professionalwomanswellness.com/podc…
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Episode #05 Cracking the Wellness Code: How Busy Moms, Mom-preneurs, and Asperger's Adults Can Thrive Again with functional genetic testing
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EPISODE 04 WITH CHERRY PFAU HOLISTIC NURSE BOARD CERTIFIED THRIVING AFTER 50 UNLOCKING VITALITY, FOCUS, AND WELL-BEING FOR WOMEN IN THE SECOND HALF OF LIFE
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Episode #03 Embracing Change: Navigating the Ripple Effect of Divorce with Self-Care and Effective Communication With Certified Divorce Coach Mardi Winder-Adams
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Episode 2: Weight Matters: Exploring the Link Between Obesity, Inflammation, and Cancer Risk
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Welcome Listeners! Hey everyone! Thanks for tuning in today. We've got an incredible guest, Mary Welch, whose story and expertise are truly inspiring. She’s a double board-certified oncology nurse practitioner, a certified weight loss coach, and so much more. Today, we're diving into how simple changes in your daily habits can lead to huge improvem…
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EPISODE 1: ESCAPE THE RESTRICTIVE DIET TRAP WITHOUT COUNTING CALORIES OR AVOIDING CERTAIN INGREDIENTS AVOIDING CERTAIN INGREDIENTS ONLY TO FEEL LIKE NOTHING HAS CHANGED?
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Episode Summary: In the debut episode of the Professional Women's Wellness podcast, host Dr. Peggy Gleason introduces listeners to her unique approach to health and well-being. She dives deep into the concept of mindful eating, outlining how professional women can transform their relationship with food to achieve a more fulfilling and balanced life…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. This episode is a follow-up to last week’s episode on improving your relationships. Everyone struggles with relationships at times, be they romantic, familial, friendship, or work. If you’re not happy with a relationship but you don’t want to leave it, what can you do? In this episode, you’l…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. Everyone struggles with challenging relationships at times, be they romantic, familial, friendship, or work. If you’re not happy with a relationship but you don’t want to leave it, what can you do? In this episode you’ll learn three concepts that can help you shift your perspective and impro…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. When we face unexpected challenges, it’s normal for our brains to spin out in worry and fear about potential outcomes. This mental “spin cycle” not only hinders our ability to accurately assess the probability and severity of these outcomes but also impairs our prefrontal cortex’s problem-so…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. Outsourcing confidence is something all perfectionist women do. While there is probably a biological benefit to our brains doing it, it can be quite problematic. If you notice you’re outsourcing your confidence, what can you do about it? In this episode you’ll learn why we outsource confiden…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. Cognitive flexibility has a big impact on your emotional health and wellness. In a nutshell, cognitive flexibility is the ability to appropriately switch your thinking and your actions. It may not sound exciting or glamorous, but it directly impacts your creativity, resilience, and quality o…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), nearly 58 million U.S. adults live with mental illness like anxiety and depression. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, I’m dedicating this episode of the podcast to a coaching tool known as The Model. This tool helped me im…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. Women face a host of physiological, neurological, cultural and other factors that inhibit their confidence. Beyond the strategies discussed in last week’s episode, what can women do to overcome specific confidence blockers? Listen in to learn why confidence is especially challenging for perf…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. Confidence is foundational to accomplishing goals and dreams in life, but it doesn’t come easily to most women. This is due to a variety of reasons – some biological, some environmental, and some cultural. So, if you’re a woman who wants to improve her confidence, what can you do? In this ep…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. Most people struggle with difficult coworkers at some point in their career. Conflict and tension are natural components of all human relationships. What can you do when the conflict or tension undermines your ability to do your job or negatively impacts your mental state? How can you handle…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. Everyone experiences hard things in life. Sometimes we choose the challenges (like when we go after a goal or try to learn something new) and sometimes we don’t (like when we experience natural disasters, job loss, or the death of a loved one). Whether they’re of our choosing or not, what ca…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. Every day our amazing brains automatically and subconsciously collect evidence from the world around us. They collect evidence of what is and isn’t safe, what works and what doesn’t, and what’s important and what’s not – all to help us survive and navigate the world. Our brains are better an…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. We always think we want quick progress and that slow progress is bad, but what if that’s not true? What if slow progress is okay or even useful? In this episode we’ll explore why slow progress isn’t a problem, and I’ll share six tips to help you handle slow or even no progress. If you’re wor…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. Seeing others as God does can be challenging. Our brains are hardwired to make snap judgements of others based on their outward appearance and behaviors. How can we go beyond "looking on the outward appearance" and get closer to "looking on the heart" as God does (see 1 Samuel 16:7)? Whether…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. If you set New Year’s resolutions or goals in January, there’s a decent chance you’ve already slipped up or abandoned them completely. But that doesn’t mean failure is inevitable. In this episode, we’ll explore three common obstacles to achieving goals and resolutions and three simple strate…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. This episode is part three of a three-part series on the Lies of Perfectionism. Do you identify as a perfectionist? Do you think perfectionism helps you do better work and be a better person? Perfectionism pretends to be noble. It pretends to help you improve and grow. But for a lot of high-…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. This episode is part two of a three-part series on the Lies of Perfectionism. Do you identify as a perfectionist? Do you think perfectionism helps you do better work and be a better person? Perfectionism pretends to be noble. It pretends to help you improve and grow. But for a lot of high-ac…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. This episode is part one of a three-part series on the Lies of Perfectionism. Do you identify as a perfectionist? Do you think perfectionism helps you do better work and be a better person? Perfectionism pretends to be noble. It pretends to help you improve and grow. But for a lot of high-ac…
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Have a comment about the episode? Send us a text message. Have you ever found yourself thinking you’re not good enough, you don’t fit in, you’ll never be able to accomplish your goals, or that life shouldn’t be happening the way it is? Most of us have limiting and painful thoughts like those that we automatically accept as true and feel powerless t…
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