Nourished Living

Courtney Podany
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Nourished Living is a holistic wellness podcast for women who want to nourish their bodies beyond food, through grounded nutrition, nervous system regulation, energetics, and a deeper connection to nature and self. Hosted by Courtney Podany, Nutritional Therapist and Certified Personal Trainer with over 15 years of experience, this podcast bridges science and intuition to help you feel more regulated, resilient, and at home in your body. Each episode offers realistic, sustainable shifts, from blood sugar balance and digestion to mindset, movement, and daily rituals, that fit into real life. No diets ever. No deprivation. Just supportive practices that help your body feel safe, nourished, and energized. If you’re ready to move out of survival mode and into a more vibrant, connected way of living, hit subscribe and begin your journey to truly nourished living. Follow Courtney on Instagram:  @healthywithcourtneyy https://www.instagram.com/healthywithcourtneyy/ Work with Courtney:  https://stan.store/nourished_living_

  1. 1d ago

    49 - Summer Nourishment

    Summer is a season of sunshine, adventure, connection, and abundance but it can also be a season of burnout if we aren't intentional. In this episode, we're exploring how to nourish your body, regulate your nervous system, and protect your energy throughout the summer months. From seasonal foods and hydration to movement, sleep, cozy summer rituals, and chakra support, you'll learn simple ways to embrace everything summer has to offer while staying grounded and energized. In This Episode, We Cover:  How to enjoy the season without ending it feeling exhausted  Summer fruits, vegetables, and herbs to nourish your body  Signs you may be dehydrated (that aren't just thirst!)  Fun outdoor movement ideas that feel energizing not depleting  Nervous system practices to stay calm during a busy season  Cozy summer rituals that encourage rest and presence  Sleep habits that protect your circadian rhythm despite longer days  Essential oils for energy, focus, relaxation, and after-sun support  Solar Plexus and Heart Chakra practices to support confidence, joy, and connection Remember... The healthiest summer isn't the busiest one. It's the one where you have the energy to fully enjoy it. Give yourself permission to say no when needed, protect your peace, and support your body with nourishing foods, joyful movement, quality sleep, and moments of intentional rest. Summer Affirmation "I allow myself to enjoy this season without rushing through it. I welcome joy, play, rest, and abundance while staying grounded in what my body needs." Loved This Episode? If this episode encouraged you to slow down and care for yourself this summer, I'd love for you to:  Subscribe to the Nourished Living Podcast  Leave a review  Share this episode with someone who could use a little more nourishment this seasonFollow Courtney on Instagram: @healthywithcourtneyy Grab her FREE Empowering Affirmations HERE!

    18 min

  2. Jun 8

    48 - What Survival Mode is Doing to Your Body

    Do you feel like you're constantly bracing for the next thing? Maybe your mind is always racing, you're overthinking every decision, your shoulders live up near your ears, and even when life is "fine," you still can't seem to relax. In this special episode, I'm sharing a sneak peek from my upcoming free training, How to Stop Living in Survival Mode. You'll learn: • What survival mode actually is and why so many women get stuck there • The difference between fight-or-flight and rest-and-digest • Why your brain treats everyday stressors like real emergencies • Common signs you may be living in survival mode without realizing it If you've been feeling anxious, overwhelmed, reactive, exhausted, or like your body is working against you, this episode is for you. Ready to stop feeling like everything is an emergency? Join me for my free live training: ✨ How to Stop Living in Survival Mode Wednesday, June 17th at 9:00 AM Pacific OR Thursday, June 18th at 5:00 PM Pacific During this free workshop, I'll teach you the framework I use to help women create calm as their baseline, stop spiraling, and feel safe in their bodies again. Save Your Spot Here!  If you enjoyed this episode and would like to go through the Identifying Hidden Stressors Activity, reference episode 41! Episode 41 on Spotify Episode 41 on Apple Connect with Courtney: Instagram: @healthywithcourtneyy

    7 min

  3. Jun 1

    47 - How One Woman Stopped Living Like Her Body Was Always "On Call" | A Wildly Regulated Success Story

    What if the anxiety, overthinking, people-pleasing, and constant worrying you've been experiencing isn't just "who you are" but a nervous system that's been stuck in survival mode for far too long? In this powerful conversation, Courtney sits down with Nancy, one of the very first women to complete Wildly Regulated, to discuss what life looked like before the program, the shifts she's experienced since, and why nervous system regulation has become one of the most important tools in her daily life. After years of carrying the weight of a family health crisis, Nancy found herself constantly waiting for the next thing to go wrong. Her body was always on high alert even when there was no actual danger present. Sound familiar? In this episode, Nancy shares the simple yet profound practices that helped her stop living in a constant state of worry, become more aware of her triggers, and finally experience what it feels like to move through life with greater calm, confidence, and trust. If you've ever felt like your mind won't stop racing, your body is always tense, or you're exhausted from carrying the emotional weight of everything and everyone around you, this conversation is for you. In This Episode, We Discuss: What survival mode actually feels like in everyday lifeHow unresolved stress and trauma can keep your nervous system on high alertLearning that you don't have to fix everyone's problemsThe power of pausing before reactingHow to identify triggers instead of being controlled by themThe importance of asking for support instead of carrying everything aloneMemorable Quote "My body always felt like it was on call." Nancy's description perfectly captures what so many women experience every day: constantly anticipating the next problem, waiting for something to go wrong, and feeling unable to truly relax. The good news? It doesn't have to stay that way. What Nancy Learned Inside Wildly Regulated You are capable.You are not alone.You have support.You don't have to react to every thought.You don't have to fix every problem.You can feel safe in your body again.Most importantly, Nancy discovered that change is possible at any age when you have the right tools and choose to consciously practice them. Is Wildly Regulated Right For You? Wildly Regulated is for the woman who is tired of: Overthinking every situationAssuming the worst-case scenarioFeeling emotionally triggered by small thingsPeople-pleasing at the expense of herselfLiving in a constant state of stress, tension, and overwhelmFeeling like she's carrying the weight of the world on her shouldersInside the program, you'll learn how to regulate your nervous system, create safety within your body, break free from survival mode, and respond to life from a place of calm instead of reactivity. Because life gets a whole lot easier when every little thing doesn't throw you off course. Ready to Stop Living in Survival Mode? If Nancy's story resonated with you, this is your sign that things can change. You don't have to stay stuck in the same patterns. You don't have to keep carrying everything alone. And you don't have to spend another year waiting for things to magically get better. The tools are available. The support is available. The transformation is available. Now it's your turn. The next round of Wildly Regulated will begin end of June 2026.  Get on the priority list HERE!  You'll be notified first once doors open and for my hit FREE training, How to Stop Living in Survival Mode.  Follow Courtney on Instagram: @healthywithcourtneyy

    24 min

  4. May 26

    46 - Become Less Triggered By Life

    In today’s episode, we are diving deep into why nervous system regulation is so important and why it impacts far more than just stress levels. Your nervous system is the lens through which you experience life. It affects how you receive information, the meaning you assign to situations, how emotionally reactive you are, how safe you feel in your body, and ultimately how you respond to your life. We talk about: Why the same situation can feel completely different depending on your nervous system stateHow dysregulation causes us to assign dangerous or catastrophic meaning to neutral situationsWhy your brain begins searching for evidence to confirm stress, fear, rejection, and disappointmentHow your internal state creates your external realityA simple 5-4-3-2-1 orienting exercise you can use anytime you feel overwhelmed or anxiousThis episode is a powerful reminder that healing your nervous system changes the way you experience your entire life. ✨ Wildly Regulated: my group coaching program designed to help you regulate your nervous system, stop living in survival mode, and become the version of you that moves through life feeling calmer, freer, and more intentional. Doors open soon, and we kick things off at the end of June. Join the priority waitlist here! If this episode resonated with you, make sure to share it with someone who may need it and leave a review so more people can find the show. Connect with me on Instagram

    15 min

  5. May 11

    45 - Tarot Reading For May 11th: Trust Yourself, Speak Your Truth, & Keep Going

    In this episode, I pull a 3-card tarot spread exploring where you are now, what you may be navigating, and where you’re being guided next.  Through the High Priestess, Queen of Swords, and Six of Wands, we dive into trusting your intuition, speaking truth to create clarity, and learning how to embrace the journey of becoming. This episode is filled with reflective questions and real-life examples to help you apply the messages directly to your own life, healing, growth, and transformation.

    15 min

  6. Apr 27

    44 - How to Signal Safety to Your Body When You're Stressed, Overwhelmed, or Anxious

    Feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or like you’re constantly in survival mode? This episode is your go-to reset. Today, I’m walking you through 7 powerful pathways to signal safety to your body so you can shift out of stress, regulate your nervous system, and feel calm, grounded, and in control again. These are simple, practical tools you can use anytime, anywhere, whether you're in the middle of a stressful moment or building a more regulated, resilient life. Think of this episode as your toolkit for calm: one you can come back to whenever you need support. What You’ll Learn  Why your body needs safety signals to come out of stress  How to quickly activate your parasympathetic (rest + digest) state  The connection between your body, breath, and nervous system  Simple, effective ways to regulate in real time  How to build a lifestyle that supports long-term calm and resilience🧘‍♀️ Try This: 1-Minute Reset In this episode, I guide you through a quick practice combining:  ✔ Posture  ✔ Breathwork  ✔ Vagus nerve activation This is a simple, powerful way to shift your state in under a minute. Key Reminder This is not a checklist, it’s a menu. You don’t need to do everything. Choose what resonates, use what works, and come back to these tools when you need support. Start Your Day Regulated If you’re ready to feel calm, grounded, and steady from the moment you wake up: 👉 Press play on my Calm Morning Routine Give your body the safety signals it’s been craving before your day even begins. Want to Go Deeper? If you’re ready to stop just coping with stress and actually train your body to feel safe: 👉 Join the Wildly Regulated Priority Waitlist (doors open in June) This is where we turn these tools into a way of living so you can feel calm, steady, and in control every single day. Loved This Episode? Make sure to:  Subscribe to the podcast  Leave a review  Share with someone who needs this And come connect with me on Instagram: @healthywithcourtneyy for more support and resources 💛

    23 min

  7. Apr 6

    43 - Spring Nourishment

    Spring is a season of renewal, growth, and gentle reawakening and your body feels it too. In this episode, we’re diving into how to support your body, mind, and nervous system as you transition out of winter’s slower, inward energy and into the lighter, more expansive energy of spring.  From seasonal foods to movement, lifestyle shifts, and nervous system support, this episode will help you feel aligned, energized, and grounded. In This Episode, We Cover:  How spring energy impacts your body and mood  Spring produce to add into your routine (fruits, veggies, and herbs)  Simple ways to support natural detox pathways (without extreme cleanses)  Movement tips to reawaken your body without burnout  The heart chakra connection to spring (love, openness, expansion) Spring doesn’t have to be an all-or-nothing reset. You don’t need to go from zero to 100 overnight. This is a gradual transition one where you can honor both your desire for growth and your need for grounding. Let it be slow. Let it be supportive. Let it work for you. Connect with Courtney:  - Instagram: @healthywithcourtneyy - Freebies & Resources  Loved This Episode? If this episode resonated with you, be sure to:  Share it with a friend  Leave a review  Tag me on Instagram with your biggest takeaway

    14 min

  8. Apr 2

    42 - EWG's 2026 Dirty Dozen List! Buy These Foods Organic

    Here's a short & sweet one for ya! EWG's 2026 Dirty Dozen List:  - spinach - kale, collard, & mustard greens - strawberries - grapes - nectarines - peaches - cherries - apples  - blackberries - pears - potatoes - blueberries Screenshot this list to buy these foods Organically to reduce pesticide exposure. Other produce can be purchased non-organically.  Resources: https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/dirty-dozen.php Connect with Courtney:  - Instagram: @healthywithcourtneyy - Work with Courtney

    5 min
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Nourished Living is a holistic wellness podcast for women who want to nourish their bodies beyond food, through grounded nutrition, nervous system regulation, energetics, and a deeper connection to nature and self. Hosted by Courtney Podany, Nutritional Therapist and Certified Personal Trainer with over 15 years of experience, this podcast bridges science and intuition to help you feel more regulated, resilient, and at home in your body. Each episode offers realistic, sustainable shifts, from blood sugar balance and digestion to mindset, movement, and daily rituals, that fit into real life. No diets ever. No deprivation. Just supportive practices that help your body feel safe, nourished, and energized. If you’re ready to move out of survival mode and into a more vibrant, connected way of living, hit subscribe and begin your journey to truly nourished living. Follow Courtney on Instagram:  @healthywithcourtneyy https://www.instagram.com/healthywithcourtneyy/ Work with Courtney:  https://stan.store/nourished_living_

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  • Creator
    Courtney Podany
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Nourished Living
  • Show Website
    Nourished Living