Wellness for High Performers

Erica Jones
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Wellness for High Performers is the podcast for ambitious, high achievers who want to build big dreams without burning out. Hosted by wellness strategist Erica Jones, this show helps you create wellness rhythms that actually feel good — no perfectionism, no hustle, no guilt. You'll learn simple, sustainable habits that boost energy, focus, and performance so you can pursue your goals without sacrificing your health or joy.

  1. I'm Burned Out (Here's How I'm Climbing Out of It)

    14 HR AGO

    I'm Burned Out (Here's How I'm Climbing Out of It)

    Burnout doesn't always look like a breakdown. Instead, it can be a slow shift where you are losing your edge…your mental clarity…and your passion.  In this episode, I'm opening up about my personal experience with burnout (and burnout recovery!) as a high performer. I talk about what this season feels like, how I got here, and what I'm doing to find my way back.  If you've been feeling chronically exhausted and not quite like yourself lately, this conversation will meet you right where you are. This episode is not a perfect blueprint for stress relief or a quick fix focused on optimizing your productivity and peak performance. I'm sharing the doable, sustainable changes that I know will protect my energy, rebuild my capacity, and move me out of burnout without abandoning the life and responsibilities I care about. In this episode, we'll cover: What burnout actually looks like for high performers (and why it often goes unnoticed) The difference between catastrophic, extreme, and habitual burnout How chronic stress and overworking quietly erodes your energy, mood, and resilience Why maintaining foundational health habits is critical to wellness for entrepreneurs  Practical ways to start feeling like yourself again without adding to your to-do list If you've been pushing through, holding everything together, and telling yourself to just survive this season, I want this episode to be your permission slip to pause and reassess. Burnout isn't a sign that you're weak—it's often a sign that you've been strong for too long without the support or recovery you actually need. If you're navigating stress, overwhelm, or that quiet sense of depletion, this episode will help you start recalibrating—one intentional step at a time. My hope is that as you listen, you'll start to recognize where your energy is being depleted and, more importantly, where you can begin to reclaim it. What can you do this week to create a little more room for yourself and protect your energy?  If this conversation resonates, then check out my Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge—a short, practical experience designed to help high performers identify energy drains and apply the Elevays Method to create more focus, productivity, and momentum without burnout.  For weekly insights on wellness, longevity, and performance through the lens of the Elevays Method—simple, strategic, sustainable health habits, head to Elevays.com and join The Elite Edge, my weekly inspiration email for high performers who want to thrive while they achieve. ------------------------------------------------------------ 🎯 Free Resource: 3 Secrets to Make Every Health Habit Stick ✅ Build the Most Foundational Wellness Habits in 7 Days with Our Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge: https://elevays.com/wellness-without-limits/ CONNECT WITH ERICA 🖥️ Website: https://elevays.com  📍Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elevays

    23 min
  2. Wellness Trends on Trial: CGMs — Insightful Tool or Expensive Anxiety?

    13 MAR

    Wellness Trends on Trial: CGMs — Insightful Tool or Expensive Anxiety?

    Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are becoming increasingly common among high performers, biohackers, and wellness enthusiasts who want deeper insight into metabolism, energy optimization, and longevity. But what if one of the most popular tools in the health & wellness world is actually adding more stress to your life instead of improving your health? In this episode of Wellness for High Performers, I evaluate CGMs through the lens of energy stewardship and real-life practicality, asking whether this trending health tool truly helps optimize performance or simply adds another metric to obsess over. In this episode, we'll cover: Why blood sugar regulation matters for energy, focus, and peak performance The potential benefits of continuous glucose monitors for metabolic awareness How CGMs can help connect lifestyle habits to real-time health data The risks of perfectionism, anxiety and overwhelm when tracking health metrics How to decide if a CGM is a strategic wellness investment or a drain on your mental bandwidth Wellness tools should improve your life, not complicate it. In this episode, I challenge the idea that more health data always leads to better outcomes and invite you to think about your energy, attention, and focus as valuable resources that deserve intentional investment. CGMs work, so the real question is: would using one empower you to make better decisions, or simply create another metric that creates decision fatigue? If this conversation resonates, then check out my Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge—a short, practical experience designed to help high performers identify energy drains and apply the Elevays Method to create more focus, productivity, and momentum without burnout.  For weekly insights on wellness, longevity, and performance through the lens of the Elevays Method—simple, strategic, sustainable health habits, head to Elevays.com and join The Elite Edge, my weekly inspiration email for high performers who want to thrive while they achieve. ------------------------------------------------------------ 🎯 Free Resource: 3 Secrets to Make Every Health Habit Stick ✅ Build the Most Foundational Wellness Habits in 7 Days with Our Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge: https://elevays.com/wellness-without-limits/ CONNECT WITH ERICA 🖥️ Website: https://elevays.com  📍Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elevays

    18 min
  3. 3 Surprising Wellness Insights After Deleting Social Media

    6 MAR

    3 Surprising Wellness Insights After Deleting Social Media

    What would happen if you completely changed your relationship with digital media? As high performers, our attention, time, and mental energy are some of our most valuable assets. Yet most of us live in a world where phones, social media, and endless digital content compete for those resources every minute of the day. In this episode of Wellness for High Performers, I share my personal experiences stepping away from social media and the surprising shifts I've noticed in my mental clarity, focus, and overall sense of freedom. In this episode, we'll cover: Why high capacity people should question the real ROI of social media and digital consumption How digital dependence quietly drains productivity, attention, and mental energy The surprising impact your online habits can have on leisure time and creativity How constant digital stimulation affects your attention span What digital minimalism can teach us about energy optimization and mental health Social media isn't inherently bad, but without intention, it can easily take control of our attention and energy. If you've ever wondered whether your phone, social media, or constant digital stimulation might be quietly draining your attention and energy, this conversation will challenge how you think about technology and help you evaluate the real return on your digital habits. Is your current relationship with technology helping you move toward the life you want or quietly pulling you away from it? If this conversation resonates, then check out my Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge—a short, practical experience designed to help high performers identify energy drains and apply the Elevays Method to create more focus, productivity, and momentum without burnout.  For weekly insights on wellness, longevity, and performance through the lens of the Elevays Method—simple, strategic, sustainable health habits, head to Elevays.com and join The Elite Edge, my weekly inspiration email for high performers who want to thrive while they achieve. ------------------------------------------------------------ 🎯 Free Resource: 3 Secrets to Make Every Health Habit Stick ✅ Build the Most Foundational Wellness Habits in 7 Days with Our Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge: https://elevays.com/wellness-without-limits/ CONNECT WITH ERICA 🖥️ Website: https://elevays.com  📍Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elevays 📖 Books Recommended in Today's Episode: Deep Work: Rules for Focused Success in a Distracted World by Cal Newport (Read here!) Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World by Cal Newport (Read here!)

    26 min
  4. 14 Micro-Habits That Boost Energy Without Changing Your Schedule

    27 FEB

    14 Micro-Habits That Boost Energy Without Changing Your Schedule

    Low energy is one of the most dangerous places a high performer can operate from. When your energy dips, everything else follows — your clarity, your patience, your focus, and your momentum. If you've ever hit a week where your brain feels foggy and you're pushing through on fumes, you know exactly how quickly performance can unravel. In this episode of Wellness for High Performers, I share the exact micro-habits I personally use when I feel my energy slipping. Instead of recommending a massive life overhaul, I walk through simple, strategic resets that help high performers regain momentum quickly and operate at peak performance. This conversation is especially relevant for ambitious women and high-capacity leaders who need practical habits for energy optimization in the middle of real life. Quick Apology: We are doing some home renovations so you may hear a few bangs and clangs in the background. Nothing super loud, just wanted to give you a heads up. Enjoy this episode! In this episode, we'll cover: Why low energy is so risky for high performers How nervous system resets can quickly change your state of mind Simple ways to restore mental clarity and productivity when your brain feels overloaded Physical micro-habits that boost energy in minutes How to protect your emotional and evening energy for long-term momentum High performers don't usually struggle with knowing what to do — they struggle with having the energy to do it consistently. In this episode, I challenge the idea that you need a full reset to feel better and instead introduce small, strategic shifts that help you move forward even on hard weeks. If you're feeling stretched thin and need a practical way to refill your energy tank, this episode will give you a place to start. What if the fastest way to get your momentum back doesn't require a complete overhaul of your health & wellness routines? If this conversation resonates, then check out my Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge—a short, practical experience designed to help high performers identify energy drains and apply the Elevays Method to create more focus, productivity, and momentum without burnout.  For weekly insights on wellness, longevity, and performance through the lens of the Elevays Method—simple, strategic, sustainable health habits, head to Elevays.com and join The Elite Edge, my weekly inspiration email for high performers who want to thrive while they achieve. ------------------------------------------------------------ 🎯 Free Resource: 3 Secrets to Make Every Health Habit Stick ✅ Build the Most Foundational Wellness Habits in 7 Days with Our Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge: https://elevays.com/wellness-without-limits/ CONNECT WITH ERICA 🖥️ Website: https://elevays.com  📍Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elevays

    13 min
  5. Why High Performers Need a Different Kind of Self Care

    20 FEB

    Why High Performers Need a Different Kind of Self Care

    Traditional self-care advice sounds fine…until you're a high performer trying to keep up with real life. If you've ever been told to "just book a massage" while running on empty, you already know something about the modern self-care conversation is deeply off. Rescue attempts aren't enough. High performers need sustainable restoration built into the rhythm of daily life. In this episode of Wellness for High Performers, I reframe what self-care actually means for ambitious, high-capacity people who are balancing big responsibilities at work and at home. I share the moment that completely shifted my perspective on self-care and why the popular wellness culture approach often backfires for busy professionals. This conversation is especially relevant for high performers who want to protect their energy, avoid burnout, and build success without constantly running on fumes. In this episode, we'll cover: Why traditional self-care advice fails high performers The hidden problem with "Self-Care Sunday" culture Why marathon wellness routines aren't realistic or sustainable How to build daily restoration and burnout prevention into a full schedule The simple three-step framework I use to protect my energy, productivity and mental health In this episode, I challenge the cultural narrative around self-care and introduce a more strategic, sustainable approach to health & wellness that actually works in real life. If you're tired of feeling depleted and ready to support your energy without stepping away from your ambitions, this episode will help you rethink what self-care should look like. What if the real reason you feel exhausted isn't your workload — but the way you've been taught to recover? If this conversation resonates, then check out my Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge—a short, practical experience designed to help high performers identify energy drains and apply the Elevays Method to create more focus, productivity, and momentum without burnout.  For weekly insights on wellness, longevity, and performance through the lens of the Elevays Method—simple, strategic, sustainable health habits, head to Elevays.com and join The Elite Edge, my weekly inspiration email for high performers who want to thrive while they achieve. ------------------------------------------------------------ 🎯 Free Resource: 3 Secrets to Make Every Health Habit Stick ✅ Build the Most Foundational Wellness Habits in 7 Days with Our Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge: https://elevays.com/wellness-without-limits/ CONNECT WITH ERICA 🖥️ Website: https://elevays.com  📍Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elevays

    12 min
  6. Wellness Trends on Trial: Creatine for Women—Helpful or Hype?

    13 FEB

    Wellness Trends on Trial: Creatine for Women—Helpful or Hype?

    Creatine is everywhere right now, especially in conversations about women's wellness, energy optimization, and longevity. And every time a supplement goes viral, I ask the same question: is this actually a strategic investment for my health or just another example of wellness trends that sound impressive but don't move the needle? As a high performer, I don't add anything to my routine unless it supports real results, not just good marketing. In this episode of Wellness for High Performers, I put creatine for women on trial. I break down what creatine actually does in the body and why it keeps coming up in conversations around strength training and aging well. This conversation is especially relevant for women who want to build strength, protect their energy, and support longevity without overcomplicating their wellness routine. In this episode, we'll cover: What creatine actually is and how it works in the body Why creatine is often misunderstood Understanding the impact of creatine on women's wellness How creatine relates to strength training, recovery, and energy Tips to decide if creatine is a strategic supplement for you High performers don't struggle with effort — they struggle with discernment. In this episode, I challenge the idea that supplements are shortcuts and instead frame creatine as a potential support tool only when it's aligned with the fundamentals of health & wellness. If you've been wondering whether creatine belongs in a woman's wellness routine or if it's better left in a bodybuilder's supplement stack, this episode will help you decide with clarity and confidence. Is creatine a smart addition to your health routine — or are there more foundational habits you need to prioritize first? If this conversation resonates, then check out my Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge—a short, practical experience designed to help high performers identify energy drains and apply the Elevays Method to create more focus, productivity, and momentum without burnout.  For weekly insights on wellness, longevity, and performance through the lens of the Elevays Method—simple, strategic, sustainable health habits, head to Elevays.com and join The Elite Edge, my weekly inspiration email for high performers who want to thrive while they achieve. ------------------------------------------------------------ 🎯 Free Resource: 3 Secrets to Make Every Health Habit Stick ✅ Build the Most Foundational Wellness Habits in 7 Days with Our Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge: https://elevays.com/wellness-without-limits/ CONNECT WITH ERICA 🖥️ Website: https://elevays.com  📍Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elevays

    15 min
  7. Is Your Bedtime Routine Destroying Your Sleep?

    6 FEB

    Is Your Bedtime Routine Destroying Your Sleep?

    When high performers feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or like they're constantly playing catch-up, the instinct can be to reach for more caffeine and try to power through. But in my experience, the real issue starts the night before. Your bedtime routine quietly determines your energy, focus, and emotional resilience the next day—and most high achievers are unintentionally sabotaging it. In this episode of Wellness for High Performers, I unpack why your nighttime routine matters far more than you may realize and why pushing through exhaustion is costing you more than you think. I share how upgrading the way you wind down can protect your energy, support longevity, and set you up for success before the day even begins. This conversation is especially relevant for high performers who want to feel sharper, calmer, and more in control without sacrificing ambition. In this episode, we cover: Why sleep is a non-negotiable for productivity and longevity How common nighttime habits quietly drain energy Why screen time before bed hits high performers harder  The role of healthy habits in stress relief and overall mental health How to create a bedtime routine that supports tomorrow's success High performers don't burn out because they lack drive — they burn out because they ignore recovery. In this episode, I challenge the belief that rest is optional and reframe nighttime routines as a strategic advantage for resilience, energy optimization and sustainable success. If you want better sleep, more momentum, and clearer thinking without overhauling your life, this episode will help you rethink how you end your day. What would change if the way you went to bed made tomorrow easier instead of harder? If this conversation resonates, then check out my Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge—a short, practical experience designed to help high performers identify energy drains and apply the Elevays Method to create more focus, productivity, and momentum without burnout.  For weekly insights on wellness, longevity, and performance through the lens of the Elevays Method—simple, strategic, sustainable health habits, head to Elevays.com and join The Elite Edge, my weekly inspiration email for high performers who want to thrive while they achieve. ------------------------------------------------------------ 🎯 Free Resource: 3 Secrets to Make Every Health Habit Stick ✅ Build the Most Foundational Wellness Habits in 7 Days with Our Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge: https://elevays.com/wellness-without-limits/ CONNECT WITH ERICA 🖥️ Website: https://elevays.com  📍Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elevays 📖 Books Recommended in Today's Episode: The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Johnathan Haidt (Read here!)

    33 min
  8. On Capacity: How High Performers Expand Without Burning Out

    30 JAN

    On Capacity: How High Performers Expand Without Burning Out

    What would change if expanding your life meant doing more of what fuels you — and less of what drains you? If you're driven, capable, and carrying a big vision—but secretly wondering how much longer you can keep this pace without burning out—you're not alone. I've wrestled with the tension between growth and sustainability for years. This episode comes from my own lived experience of asking a hard but necessary question: how do you expand, grow, and scale without sacrificing your health, relationships, or mental bandwidth? In this episode of Wellness for High Performers, I share how my definition of expansion has evolved and how I'm answering this question for myself in real time. I talk through the role urgency plays in burnout, how time perception shapes stress, and why aligning your days with your unique gifts is essential for sustainable wellness, stress relief, and continual growth. This conversation is especially relevant for high performers who want to build the dream while staying grounded, energized, and well. In this episode, we cover: How urgency and time scarcity contribute to burnout Why expansion doesn't always mean more productivity The role vision plays in sustainable growth without overwhelm How delegation and support protect your energy Why health is the backbone of long-term performance and burnout prevention High performers don't burn out because they lack discipline — they burn out because they carry too much for too long without alignment. In this episode, I challenge the belief that success requires constant urgency and explore how clarity, vision, delegation, and wellness habits create the capacity to grow without breaking down. If you've been feeling stretched thin or stuck on a hamster wheel, this conversation will help you rethink what expansion can look like. What would change if expanding your life meant doing more of what fuels you and less of what drains you? If this conversation resonates, then check out my Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge—a short, practical experience designed to help high performers identify energy drains and apply the Elevays Method to create more focus, productivity, and momentum without burnout.  For weekly insights on wellness, longevity, and performance through the lens of the Elevays Method—simple, strategic, sustainable health habits, head to Elevays.com and join The Elite Edge, my weekly inspiration email for high performers who want to thrive while they achieve. ------------------------------------------------------------ 🎯 Free Resource: 3 Secrets to Make Every Health Habit Stick ✅ Build the Most Foundational Wellness Habits in 7 Days with Our Wellness Without Limits Audio Challenge: https://elevays.com/wellness-without-limits/ CONNECT WITH ERICA 🖥️ Website: https://elevays.com  📍Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/elevays 📖 Books Recommended in Today's Episode: Time Anxiety: The Illusion of Urgency and a Better Way to Live by Chris Guillebeau Who Not How: The Formula to Achieve Bigger Goals Through Accelerating Teamwork by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy

    24 min
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Wellness for High Performers is the podcast for ambitious, high achievers who want to build big dreams without burning out. Hosted by wellness strategist Erica Jones, this show helps you create wellness rhythms that actually feel good — no perfectionism, no hustle, no guilt. You'll learn simple, sustainable habits that boost energy, focus, and performance so you can pursue your goals without sacrificing your health or joy.

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