The Michele Broad Show

Michele Broad

The Michele Broad Show, formally Well Women Healthy Lifestyle, is hosted by Certified Nurse Practitioner, Michele Broad. Michele Broad is the go-to wellness whisperer for powerhouse women. A certified women's health nurse practitioner turned online coach, she's on a mission to help busy professionals ditch burnout and reclaim their energy—without fads, fluff, or overwhelm. Whether she's podcasting, coaching, or curating a feel-good subscription box, Michele makes wellness simple, strategic, and totally doable. She bridges the gap between health and hustle, teaching high-achievers how to thrive in their bodies and their businesses. With a voice that's both nurturing and no-nonsense, she empowers women to take the driver's seat in their healthcare journey. Think: smart routines, science-backed strategies, and a serious dose of self-love.. With new guests and thought provoking topics, we are sure you will be inspired on your personal health journey and will benefit in a big way.

  1. 4D AGO

    #47 Why High-Achieving Women Don't Realize They're Running on Empty

    You're still showing up. Still performing. Still getting everything done.   So you assume… you're fine.   But what if the reason you haven't questioned how you feel is because you're still functioning?   In this episode, I'm talking about the version of exhaustion that doesn't look like burnout, but quietly changes how you think, lead, and show up every day.   Because for high-achieving women, burnout doesn't always look like collapse.   It looks like continuing… at a cost.    In This Episode, We Talk About: Why high-achieving women often miss the early signs of burnout The difference between stress, burnout, and what I call high-functioning depletion How productivity can mask what's actually happening in your body The subtle shifts you may be normalizing (irritability, decision fatigue, mental load) Why rest hasn't fully restored your energy or clarity What your body may be trying to signal before things escalate  If This Episode Resonated, You Might Notice: You're getting everything done… but it takes more effort than it used to You feel mentally tired even when your schedule hasn't changed Small decisions feel heavier than they should You're more reactive, impatient, or easily overwhelmed Rest helps temporarily… but doesn't fully reset you   Ready for the Next Step? If you've been telling yourself you're fine because you're still functioning… this is exactly where we start. Inside my workshop: Lead From a Well Body I'll walk you through how your body is actually operating under pressure and what to do when your energy, focus, and resilience don't match your ambition.

    16 min

  2. MAR 25

    #46 Why Women Wake Up at 3 AM in Midlife

    Waking up in the middle of the night, especially around two or three in the morning, is something many women begin to experience in their forties. It can feel confusing, frustrating, and often completely unexplained. In this episode, we walk through what is actually happening in your body during these early morning wake-ups and why they are rarely random. Instead of viewing this as a sleep problem, we need to  reframe it as a signal from the body that something is being regulated overnight. Drawing from her clinical experience, Michele explains how shifts in blood sugar, cortisol rhythms, hormonal changes, and sleep architecture can all influence why the body becomes more alert during the night. She also shares why these changes often begin in midlife and how the brain becomes more sensitive to these internal shifts. This conversation offers a new way to understand your body's patterns so you can stop second guessing what is happening and begin working with your physiology instead of against it. In This Episode Michele explores • why waking up at 3 AM is a common midlife experience • how overnight blood sugar changes can trigger wakefulness • the role cortisol plays in your sleep and wake cycle • why hormonal shifts make the brain more sensitive during midlife • how sleep functions as a time for regulation, not just rest • what your body may be trying to stabilize while you sleep • why these wake-ups are often signals, not problems Key Takeaway Waking up in the middle of the night is often your body's way of regulating energy, hormones, and internal rhythms. When you understand what your body is doing, you can support it more effectively and restore more consistent, restful sleep. Continue the Conversation If this topic resonates with you, Michele will expand on these concepts inside the free Lead From a Well Body workshop, where she will be teaching how your biology influences your energy, clarity, and leadership capacity. Workshop Link Connect With Michele Website michelebroad.com

    15 min

  3. MAR 19

    #45 The Quiet Changes High-Achieving Women Notice in Their 40s

    Something subtle begins to shift for many high-achieving women in their 40s. It is not dramatic. It is not obvious. And it is often dismissed or misunderstood. In this episode, we are talking about the quiet physiological changes that begin to impact energy, mental clarity, stress tolerance, and confidence during midlife. If you have ever felt like something in your body or brain is different but could not fully explain it, this conversation will help you make sense of what you are experiencing. More importantly, it will help you understand that this is not a personal failure. It is a biological transition that requires a different kind of support. In This Episode, We Cover Why energy starts to feel less predictable in your 40s The real reason mental clarity can feel different How stress tolerance shifts even when your life has not changed Why so many women misinterpret these changes as a loss of confidence The hidden pattern of women being dismissed or gaslit when they bring up these symptoms What is actually happening beneath the surface from a physiological perspective If this episode resonated with you, this is exactly why I created the Lead From a Well Body Workshop. Because leadership is not just mindset. Your physiology shapes how you think, how you respond to pressure, and how sustainable your success actually feels. When you understand what your body is asking for, everything begins to make more sense. Workshop Link

    19 min

  4. MAR 11

    #44 Why Women Over 40 Start Second Guessing Themselves

    Many successful women begin noticing subtle shifts sometime in their forties. Decisions take longer, focus feels less steady, and moments of self-doubt appear where confidence once felt automatic. In this episode, I explore why these experiences are often misunderstood as confidence problems when they are actually signals from the body. Midlife brings changes to the biological systems that support the brain, including blood sugar regulation, hormone fluctuations, sleep patterns, and metabolic resilience. Drawing from my clinical experience in women's health, I explain how these physiological shifts can influence cognitive clarity, decision-making, and emotional steadiness. She also shares why so many capable women interpret these changes as personal shortcomings when in reality their biology is simply adapting to a new stage of life.   Understanding how the body supports the brain can help women restore clarity, confidence, and sustainable leadership energy. In This Episode I discusses • why many high-achieving women begin second guessing themselves during midlife • how blood sugar stability influences focus and decision making • the neurological transition that happens in the female brain during perimenopause • how thyroid function affects mental stamina and cognitive endurance • why sleep plays a critical role in brain repair and clarity • how natural biological rhythms influence energy and leadership capacity • why these changes are often misinterpreted as a loss of confidence

    18 min

  5. FEB 26

    #43 High-Functioning Burnout: When Your Nervous System Never Gets to Clock Out

    There's a kind of burnout that doesn't look like collapse. You're still showing up. Still producing. Still leading. Still holding it all together. But your nervous system never truly powers down. In this episode, I'm  unpacking high-functioning burnout, the modern stress pattern that doesn't always register as stress but quietly impacts your hormones, sleep, cycle symptoms, cognitive clarity, and decision fatigue. We Talk about: Why burnout often begins with cognitive overload, not breakdown How constant low-level activation disrupts cortisol and progesterone rhythms Why decision fatigue is one of the earliest warning signs The difference between stress reduction and stress completion Practical, science-backed nervous system resets that go beyond "sleep more" and "drink more water" How sustainable leadership energy starts with regulation, not hustle This is not a self-care trend conversation. This is a leadership physiology conversation. If you've ever thought, "I'm fine… I'm just tired," this episode may put language to what your body has been trying to communicate. If this resonates, explore how we rebuild sustainable energy and hormone stability inside Well Women Rx, Join the waitlist here

    24 min

  6. FEB 11

    #42 5 Everyday Habits That Disrupt Hormones, Even If They Seem Healthy

    If your hormones have felt "off," PMS has gotten louder, or your energy feels unpredictable — this episode is for you. In today's conversation, Michele shares 5 everyday hormone disruptors that many high-achieving women don't recognize as disruptors at all… because they often look like "healthy," responsible, normal life. This is a gentle, grounded wake-up call, not about perfection, fear, or quick fixes, but about awareness, steadiness, and learning what your body has been trying to communicate all along. In this episode, we cover: Why hormone imbalance often comes from hidden daily patterns, not dramatic health mistakes The "healthy" habits that can quietly backfire hormonally How your nervous system and hormones are deeply connected The difference between discipline and deprivation when it comes to fueling your body Why high-achieving women often carry invisible hormonal stress Simple awareness shifts that can create real balance over time Free Resource: Know Your Body: Understand Your Hormones, Know Your symptoms Want to uncover what might be quietly draining your balance? If you're craving deeper support, not gimmicks, not overpromising, but steady, provider-led guidance for hormone balance and daily wellness rhythms… Well Women Rx is where we build that together. Join the membership waitlist here:

    13 min

  7. FEB 4

    #41 Environmental Changes for Long-Lasting Habit Change

    Why do healthy habits feel so hard to stick to even when you know exactly what to do? In this episode, women's health provider Michele Broad explains why environmental changes for long-lasting habit change are far more effective than relying on motivation or discipline alone. Instead of pushing harder, this conversation explores how your surroundings quietly shape your hormones, energy, stress levels, and daily decisions. You'll learn how your kitchen, workspace, and self-care setup influence cortisol, blood sugar balance, and nervous system regulation and how small, realistic environmental shifts can make habits feel easier and more sustainable over time. This episode is for high-achieving women who are tired of starting over, blaming themselves, and forcing routines that don't fit real life. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why willpower isn't the reason habits don't stick How your environment sends constant signals to your hormones The role cortisol and blood sugar play in consistency and energy How to design a kitchen that supports hormone balance Why clutter increases stress and drains focus How visibility impacts self-care habits Simple environmental shifts that reduce friction and burnout

    23 min

  8. JAN 28

    #40 Simple Ways to Make Your Wellness Routine Feel Good Again: Without Burning Yourself Out

    If your wellness routine feels more like another obligation than actual support, you're not doing anything wrong, you're likely just overdue for an update. In this episode, we're talking about simple, realistic ways to make your wellness routine feel good again, without adding more rules, pressure, or perfection. This is about learning how to work with your body instead of forcing habits that no longer fit your energy, hormones, or season of life. We explore why flexibility matters more than discipline, how joy and rest directly support your nervous system and hormones, and why evolving your routine can actually improve your clarity, focus, and professional performance. This conversation is especially for women who are capable, driven, and successful, yet quietly tired of routines that feel rigid, boring, or disconnected from real life. Inside this episode, we cover: Why wellness routines stop working  and how hormones play a role How rigid habits quietly drain energy, motivation, and focus The difference between habits that look "healthy" and ones that feel nourishing Why joy and rest are non-negotiable for sustainable energy How flexible routines support better decision-making and leadership Simple ways to refresh your routine without starting over This episode is an invitation to let wellness evolve with you, so it actually supports the life and work you're building. 00:00  When Wellness Starts Feeling Like Another Job Why routines that once worked can suddenly feel heavy, rigid, or draining and why that's not a failure. 02:30 Why Wellness Routines Stop Working Over Time How hormones, stress, and life seasons change what your body actually needs. 05:30 The Honest Check-In: What's No Longer Supporting You How to recognize habits that feel forced and why letting go creates alignment, not regression. 08:30 Joy Is Not Optional: The Missing Piece in Most Wellness Routines Why joy regulates your nervous system and improves energy, motivation, and resilience. 12:00 Nourishing vs. "Good for You": Listening to Your Body's Feedback How to tell the difference between trendy wellness habits and practices that truly support your energy. 15:00 Letting Go of Rigid Rules Without Losing Momentum Why flexibility matters more than perfection for hormones, focus, and sustainability. 18:00 Variety, Rest, and the Power of Rotation How rotating practices and guilt-free rest prevent burnout and restore clarity. 21:30 Reconnecting With Your Original Why How remembering why you started helps realign wellness with your real life and goals. 23:30 Wellness That Evolves With You Why adaptable, body-led routines create lasting energy and better professional presence.

    24 min
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The Michele Broad Show, formally Well Women Healthy Lifestyle, is hosted by Certified Nurse Practitioner, Michele Broad. Michele Broad is the go-to wellness whisperer for powerhouse women. A certified women's health nurse practitioner turned online coach, she's on a mission to help busy professionals ditch burnout and reclaim their energy—without fads, fluff, or overwhelm. Whether she's podcasting, coaching, or curating a feel-good subscription box, Michele makes wellness simple, strategic, and totally doable. She bridges the gap between health and hustle, teaching high-achievers how to thrive in their bodies and their businesses. With a voice that's both nurturing and no-nonsense, she empowers women to take the driver's seat in their healthcare journey. Think: smart routines, science-backed strategies, and a serious dose of self-love.. With new guests and thought provoking topics, we are sure you will be inspired on your personal health journey and will benefit in a big way.

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  • Creator
    Michele Broad
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    300
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025
  • Show Website
    The Michele Broad Show

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