She Wakes Up: Her Body in Real Life- Sustainable Health in your 30’s & 40’s.

Stacy Fayling, BSN, RN
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Something’s off. You’re not starting from zero; you’ve put in the work, you’ve seen the results before, and then… life happens. The kids get sick, the shift runs late, or your hormones shift, and suddenly that "perfect" plan slips. You’re back at Monday morning, trying to figure out why it didn't stick this time. That’s the part that doesn’t add up. I’m Stacy Fayling, a BSN-prepared nurse and holistic health coach. I’ve spent years navigating the same "all-or-nothing" cycle, and what I’ve realized, in my own clinical practice and my own life, is that it’s never been a lack of effort. It’s that the rules we’ve been given don’t hold up in real life. Your body doesn’t just respond to a workout or a green juice you do once in a while. It responds to what your life actually looks like: your stress, your sleep, your habits, your non-stop schedule, and your biology. On She Wakes Up: Her Body in Real Life, we’re moving past the 30-day challenges and "influencer" hacks. We’re diving into: The Perimenopause Shift: Why your 20s-era tactics are failing you now. Clinical Strategy: Using nursing science & holistic methods to manage cortisol, metabolism, and energy. Sustainable Habits: How to stay consistent when your schedule as a busy mom changes every 15 minutes. The End of "Day One": Real-life health that stays, even when life gets messy. If you’re a woman in her 30s or 40s ready to stop "starting over" and start sustaining, this is for you. It’s time to find health that fits your actual life. Hit follow and let’s get to it!

Episodes

  1. May 19

    \\ Alcohol in Your 30s & 40s: Why It Hits Different Now

    Alcohol in Your 30s & 40s: Why It Hits Different Now If alcohol has been hitting you differently; your sleep off, your energy lower, your body feeling more inflamed; this episode is going to make that make sense. You haven’t changed your habits that much. But your body has changed how it responds. And what used to feel neutral… now feels like it lingers. In this episode, we break down what alcohol is actually doing in your body in this phase, and why it’s showing up differently now. What We Cover: Why your body prioritizes alcohol differently than food How alcohol impacts estrogen and progesterone balance What’s happening in your brain (GABA + glutamate) and why you wake up at 2–3 AM How alcohol increases cortisol and affects next-day energy and mood The connection between alcohol, inflammation, and feeling “puffy” or off Why your body feels more sensitive to it now than it used to What This Actually Means for You: This isn’t just about the drink. It’s about how your body processes it now. When your hormones are fluctuating and your system is already under more demand, alcohol hits differently: sleep gets disrupted recovery takes a hit your body holds onto stress longer That doesn’t mean you have to cut it out. But it does mean it’s worth understanding the impact, so you’re not working against your body without realizing it. The Shift (Start Here): 👉 Create a 2–3 day gap between drinking Not cutting it out. Not overthinking it. Just start here. Why: Gives your body time to reset hormones (estrogen + progesterone balance) Allows your nervous system to come back down (less cortisol carryover) Improves sleep consistency and recovery Reduces that cumulative “tired but wired” feeling Simple ways to do it: Avoid back-to-back drinking days Space it out intentionally during the week Pay attention to how you feel the next day 👉 This is about creating space so your body can recover, not taking something away Mentioned in This Episode: If you want a simple breakdown of what’s actually happening in your body right now and how to start adjusting without overcomplicating it: 👉 Take 5 and get The Breakdown I will personally review your answers and return a full report back to you within 5–7 business days that will help you stop guessing and find a way to move forward that finally makes sense for you. Connect / Follow: Instagram: @shewakesup Email: herbody@shewakesup.com If This Hit: Follow the show and share! We’re going to keep breaking this down in a way that actually fits your life, so you can stop guessing and start building something that holds.

  2. May 12

    \\ Perimenopause or Burnout? Why You Can't Tell the Difference

    Perimenopause or Burnout? Why You Can’t Tell the Difference If your body has been feeling off, your energy unpredictable, your sleep disrupted, your mood shorter than usual, this episode is going to make that make sense. You’re not imagining it. And you’re not overreacting. But what makes this confusing is that what you’re feeling doesn’t point to just one thing. In this episode, we break down the overlap between perimenopause and burnout; what’s actually happening in your body, and why pushing harder isn’t the solution. What We Cover: Why perimenopause is more about hormonal fluctuation than decline How estrogen and progesterone impact your mood, sleep, and nervous system What’s happening in your stress response system (HPA axis) Why cortisol affects everything from energy to fat storage to sleep How hormonal shifts and chronic stress amplify each other Why your body feels “tired but wired” and what that actually means What This Actually Means for You: This isn’t just hormones. And it’s not just stress. It’s an overlap of systems that are both under pressure. When your hormones are fluctuating and your nervous system is constantly activated, your body becomes more sensitive, and less responsive to the things that used to work. That doesn’t mean your body is broken. It means it needs a different kind of support. The Shift (Start Here): 👉 Add a 10-minute down-regulation window at night Not a full nighttime routine. Not fixing your entire schedule. Just start here. Why: Helps shift your body out of a stress response Supports melatonin production and sleep quality Reduces that “tired but wired” feeling Signals safety to your nervous system Simple ways to do it: Dim the lights Put your phone away Focus on slow breathing (long exhales) Light stretch, journal, or sit quietly 👉 This is about giving your body a signal that it’s safe to power down Mentioned in This Episode: If you want a simple breakdown of what’s actually happening in your body right now and how to start adjusting without overcomplicating it: 👉 Take 5 and get The Breakdown I will personally review your answers and return a full report back to you within 5–7 business days that will help you stop guessing and find a way to move forward that finally makes sense for you. Connect / Follow: Instagram: @shewakesup Email: herbody@shewakesup.com If This Hit: Follow the show and start here. We’re going to keep breaking this down in a way that actually fits your life, so you can stop guessing and start building something that holds.

  3. May 5

    \\ You Don't Need More Discipline, Your Plan Just Doesn't Fit Your Life

    You Don’t Need More Discipline, Your Plan Just Doesn’t Fit Your Life If you feel like you keep falling off… this episode is going to shift how you see that completely. You’ve tried to be consistent. You’ve followed the plan. You’ve told yourself to just “stick to it.” But your life doesn’t run on a perfect schedule. And your plan expects it to. That’s where things break. In this episode, we break down why discipline isn’t the problem...and how rigid plans are setting you up to fail in a life that doesn’t sit still. What We Cover: Why “just be consistent” isn’t actually helpful advice The trap of rigid plans in a dynamic, unpredictable life What consistency actually looks like now How minimum effective habits keep you moving forward How your nervous system responds to pressure vs. support Why falling off isn’t failure, it’s a setup problem What This Actually Means for You: You don’t need to tighten things up. You need something that holds when your day doesn’t go to plan. Because if your plan only works when everything is calm, it’s not a good plan. Real consistency isn’t about doing everything right. It’s about having something to fall back on when things aren’t. The Shift (Start Here): 👉 Find and define your floor Not your best day. Not your ideal routine. Your floor. What that means: Your floor is the version of your habits that you can still follow on your busiest, most unpredictable days. It’s what keeps you from doing nothing. Why: Removes the all-or-nothing cycle Keeps momentum going even in chaos Trains your nervous system that you’re consistent—even under pressure Builds stability instead of burnout Simple examples of a floor: 10-minute walk instead of skipping movement Protein at 1–2 meals instead of perfect tracking A basic wind-down instead of scrolling until bed 👉 This is where minimum effective habits live Mentioned in This Episode: If you want a simple breakdown of what’s actually happening in your body right now and how to start adjusting without overcomplicating it: 👉 Take 5 and get The Breakdown I will personally review your answers and return a full report back to you within 5–7 business days that will help you stop guessing and find a way to move forward that finally makes sense for you. Connect / Follow: Instagram: @shewakesup Email: herbody@shewakesup.com If This Hit: Follow the show and start here. We’re going to keep breaking this down in a way that actually fits your life, so you can stop guessing and start building something that holds.

  4. Apr 28

    \\ The Real Reason You Feel Puffy, Tired, and "Off" (Even if You're Doing it Right)

    The Real Reason You Feel Puffy, Tired, and Off If you’ve been feeling like your body changed overnight, this episode is going to make that make sense. You’re still showing up. You’re still trying. But something feels off… and you can’t quite explain it. The puffiness. The fatigue. That tired-but-wired feeling. This isn’t random. And it’s not something you’re doing wrong. In this episode, we break down what’s actually happening underneath all of that, and why your body is responding the way it is right now. What We Cover: What it actually means to be in a “survival state” Why you feel tired but wired at the same time How cortisol is impacting water retention, energy, and fat storage Why your current morning routine might be working against you The role of minerals + electrolytes in how you feel throughout the day How to start signaling safety to your body (without overhauling everything) What This Actually Means for You: Your body isn’t malfunctioning. It’s adapting. When you’re constantly moving, thinking, pushing, and managing everything, your body shifts into survival mode. And from there: energy becomes inconsistent your system stays “on” even when you’re exhausted and things start to feel off, even if you’re doing everything right This isn’t about doing more. It’s about showing your body it’s safe to stop bracing. The Shift (Start Here): 👉 Add a mineral mocktail between 2–3 PM Not a full routine overhaul. Not cutting caffeine completely. Not fixing everything at once. Just start here. Why: Supports your nervous system in the second half of the day Helps regulate that “tired but wired” feeling Replenishes minerals that get depleted from stress + caffeine Signals safety to your body instead of pushing it harder Simple ways to do it: Electrolytes in water (look for clean, balanced options) Add a pinch of sea salt + citrus to water Sip it mid-afternoon instead of relying on another coffee 👉 This is about supporting your body in the dip, not overriding it Mentioned in This Episode: If you want a simple breakdown of what’s actually happening in your body right now and how to start adjusting without overcomplicating it: 👉 Take 5 and get The Breakdown I will personally review your answers and return a full report back to you within 5–7 business days that will help you stop guessing and find a way to move forward that finally makes sense for you. Get my preferred on-the-go electrolytes, Nectar HERE Connect / Follow: Instagram: @shewakesup Email: herbody@shewakesup.com If This Hit: Follow & Share! We’re going to keep breaking this down in a way that actually fits your life; so you can stop guessing and start building something that holds.

  5. Apr 21

    \\ Why What Used to Work Isn't Working Anymore (And it's Not You)

    Why What Used to Work Isn’t Working Anymore If you’ve been doing more and getting less in return… this episode is going to make that make sense. You’re not starting from zero. You’ve been consistent before. But your life has changed, and your body is responding differently because of it. In this episode, we break down why the strategies that used to work aren’t holding up anymore, and what’s actually going on underneath that. What We Cover: Why more effort isn’t leading to better results How stress, sleep, and a full schedule are impacting your body The shift from output → recovery and regulation Why your body feels different (and why that matters) What’s actually missing from most “plans” right now The Shift (Start Here): Add 30g of protein at breakfast. Not overhaul your day. Not track everything. Not “be perfect.” Just start here. Why: Helps stabilize blood sugar and metabolism early Supports energy and reduces mid-day crashes Sets a foundation your body actually needs right now Simple examples: Eggs + egg whites + toast Greek yogurt + protein + fruit Protein smoothie with real substance (not just fruit) 👉 This is about supporting your body first, not restricting it Mentioned in This Episode: If you want a simple breakdown of what’s actually happening in your body right now and how to start adjusting without overcomplicating it: 👉 Take 5 and get The Breakdown I will personally review your answers and return a full report back to you within 5-7 business days that will help you stop guessing and find a way to move forward that finally makes sense for you.  Connect / Follow: Instagram: @shewakesup Email: herbody@shewakesup.com If This Hit: Follow the show and start here. We’re going to keep breaking this down in a way that actually fits your life, so you can stop guessing and start building something that holds.

  6. Apr 2

    Start Here: Real-Life Health in Your 30s & 40s

    Welcome to the show!! Press play, sit back, and if you resonate with what you hear; please follow along and share with a friend. Be well,  Stacy

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Something’s off. You’re not starting from zero; you’ve put in the work, you’ve seen the results before, and then… life happens. The kids get sick, the shift runs late, or your hormones shift, and suddenly that "perfect" plan slips. You’re back at Monday morning, trying to figure out why it didn't stick this time. That’s the part that doesn’t add up. I’m Stacy Fayling, a BSN-prepared nurse and holistic health coach. I’ve spent years navigating the same "all-or-nothing" cycle, and what I’ve realized, in my own clinical practice and my own life, is that it’s never been a lack of effort. It’s that the rules we’ve been given don’t hold up in real life. Your body doesn’t just respond to a workout or a green juice you do once in a while. It responds to what your life actually looks like: your stress, your sleep, your habits, your non-stop schedule, and your biology. On She Wakes Up: Her Body in Real Life, we’re moving past the 30-day challenges and "influencer" hacks. We’re diving into: The Perimenopause Shift: Why your 20s-era tactics are failing you now. Clinical Strategy: Using nursing science & holistic methods to manage cortisol, metabolism, and energy. Sustainable Habits: How to stay consistent when your schedule as a busy mom changes every 15 minutes. The End of "Day One": Real-life health that stays, even when life gets messy. If you’re a woman in her 30s or 40s ready to stop "starting over" and start sustaining, this is for you. It’s time to find health that fits your actual life. Hit follow and let’s get to it!

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