Let's Get Real With Dani

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Let’s cut the BS — because wellness isn’t just about what things look like on the outside. The inside stuff matters too. On Let’s Get Real with Dani, we go deeper, get a little messy, and take a deep breath together. No new rules here — just honest conversations with real people in the health world about what actually matters when it comes to feeling your best. Hosted by Dani Schau — nutrition coach, here to help you cut through the noise.

  1. MAR 28

    Before You Blame Hormones: Start Here First

    In this episode, I’m breaking down something that almost no one is talking about when it comes to perimenopause and menopause… It's that your body might not be getting enough fuel. So many women over 30 are dealing with: - low energy - brain fog - weight gain - poor sleep - feeling completely disconnected from their body …and the first place they’re told to look is supplements. But what I see over and over again working with women is this: Years of dieting + under-eating + on-and-off cycles Which makes all these symptoms hit harder. In this episode, we talk about: - why chronic dieting impacts your body more as you age - how under-eating can worsen common perimenopause symptoms - why supplements are NOT the first step (they’re the top layer) - what “fueling your body properly” actually means - why maintenance calories are the most overlooked starting point - how to stop living in the “on vs off” cycle with food This is about coming back to the basics and rebuilding a foundation your body can actually function on. Because when your body is finally getting what it needs… everything else becomes easier. If you’ve been feeling like: “I don’t feel like myself anymore” “I’ve tried everything and nothing works” This episode will help you understand why AND what to focus on instead. If you want help figuring out your own maintenance calories, I’ve created a simple 3-day guide you can start right away (linked below). https://3day.wellnesswithdani.net/3dayclarity

    18 min

  2. MAR 4

    When Life Feels Heavy (Here’s What to Do)

    How movement, nutrition, and small habits can support your mental health when you're going through a tough season. When life feels heavy, it can feel selfish to focus on yourself, however it’s often the most important place to start. In this episode, I’m talking about the connection between mental health and the way we care for our bodies through movement, food, and daily habits. Not from a place of perfection or “overhauling your life,” but through small steps that help you start feeling like yourself again. Inside this episode we talk about: • Why “something is better than nothing” actually matters • How movement can support mental wellness (without turning it into punishment) • The connection between nutrition, energy, and mood • Why small wins build confidence and momentum • When it might be time to ask for support If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just not like yourself lately, this episode is a reminder that you don’t need to change everything overnight. Sometimes the most powerful shift is simply taking the next small step. If you're curious about the Confident Eating Project being that next step: Start with the Self-Led Confident Eating Project: https://cep.wellnesswithdani.net/getcep If you'd prefer the live coaching version when it opens again, join the waitlist here: https://cep.wellnesswithdani.net/cep-waitlist

    21 min

  3. FEB 4

    Why Stupid Simple Habits Work (When Everything Else Hasn’t)

    If you’ve ever set a goal, gone all-in, and then burned out a couple weeks later, then this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m breaking down what I call Stupid Simple Habits. the tiny, realistic actions that help you build confidence, stay consistent, and make progress without crashing or starting over. We talk about why doing less at first often leads to better results, especially if you’re tired of the all-or-nothing cycle. Inside this episode, we cover: Why big goals create resistance (and what to do instead)How confidence is built by keeping small promises to yourselfReal examples using food, movement, and daily routinesHow to scale habits without burning outWhy rest can be a habit tooIf you want to feel better in your body, build momentum, and stop feeling like you’re always behind... this episode will help you simplify the process and focus on what actually works. Want support building these habits? The Confident Eating Project helps you apply this in a realistic, sustainable way. Self-led + live options linked below. CEP Self led CEP Live Waitlist

    19 min

  4. JAN 14

    Shawn Prestie: The Aligned Body Check-In (Find Your Yes & No)

    In this episode, Dani is joined by intuitive hypnotherapist Shawn Prestie to talk about alignment, parts work, and learning how to listen to your body instead of living in your head. Shawn explains how protective “parts” of us are formed early in life to keep us safe — and how those same parts can later drive people-pleasing, overthinking, burnout, and difficulty saying no. Together, Dani and Shawn explore how reconnecting to your body builds self-trust and helps you make decisions that actually feel right. The episode also includes a guided Aligned Body Check-In, a simple practice to help you feel what a true yes and a true no feel like in your body — so you can start making choices with more clarity and less mental spiraling. Note: If you want to do the guided check-in, listen when you’re somewhere safe and settled (not driving or multitasking). Connect with Shawn: Instagram: @cedarandspirit Website: www.cedarandspirit.com Audio vault: Rooted In You — a growing library of hypnosis and meditation audios for nervous system regulation, emotional processing, parts work, and self-connection.

    52 min

  5. 12/17/2025

    You Don’t Have to Justify Your Choices This Holiday Season

    The holidays are here… which means joy, connection, delicious food — and that weird pressure to explain every single choice you make about your own body. Yep... We’re going there today. In this episode, I’m getting real about what so many women feel but rarely talk about: the peer pressure, the comments, the “just have one!” energy, and the way people suddenly feel entitled to your decisions when you’re trying to take care of yourself. We get into: - Why people push back when you set boundaries (it’s not actually about you) - How to say “no thanks” without over-explaining or feeling guilty - What to do when someone doesn’t respect your choices - The difference between support and subtle sabotage - How to keep your word to yourself without restricting or going into all-or-nothing mode Let me be very clear... This isn’t about saying no to every holiday treat or pretending you’re on a diet. It’s about choosing what supports you and not letting someone else’s discomfort, take over your intentions. If you’ve ever questioned yourself, caved to pressure, or felt like you needed a “reason” to honour your own needs… this one’s for you. If this episode resonates, it would mean so much if you liked, shared, or passed it on to a friend who needs this reminder going into the holidays. 💛

    15 min

  6. 12/10/2025

    Resistance, Reward, and Getting Vulnerable About What This Year Really Felt Like

    We're back for season 2! Getting back into it, I’m getting real about what this year has actually felt like behind the scenes and dang has it been a ride! I hit my best month ever in business, followed by some of my lowest months ever and for a while, I thought that meant I was failing. Like seriously a rollercoaster. In this episode, we dive into the mess: the resistance, the discomfort, the moments of doubt, and the reward that came from slowing down and getting honest with myself. We dive into: The levels of vulnerability from oversharing to shutting downTying your self-worth to your income and external “success”What hitting a wall taught me about sustainability and alignmentWhy resistance matters, but why there also has to be rewardLetting people in instead of trying to “figure it out alone”If you've ever felt stuck, heavy, or disconnected from your “why,” this conversation is for you. If this episode hit for ya, it would mean so much if you rate, review, or share it with someone who needs this reminder today.🩷

    21 min

  7. 10/15/2025

    Ep 15 - From The Vault: The Little Spark That Started This All

    Before the guests, before the better quality, and before I even knew what this podcast would become... there was this. I recorded this episode in 2023, when this podcast was just an idea floating around in my head. I didn’t really have a grasp on what it would be yet. It was just something rough, real, and straight from the heart. I wanted to share it because it’s proof that sometimes all it takes is following the spark and giving yourself time and energy to make something real... to make the dream real. You don’t need to be perfect. You just need you. So I’m sharing this now to close out Season 1 as a reminder that every dream begins as an idea, and when you nurture it with time, energy, and belief in yourself, it grows. And I’d just love to thank you truly for being here, for listening, and for letting me share these conversations and reflections with you. Season 1 has been such a journey, and it feels like this is the perfect way to close it: with gratitude, growth, and the spark that keeps burning. I’ll see you soon for Season 2. Until then, keep giving yourself the time and energy to do the things that light you up.

    20 min

  8. 10/08/2025

    Comparison, Confidence, and the Courage to Say F*ck It

    If you’ve ever caught yourself scrolling, comparing, and wondering why you’re not there yet — this one’s for you. In this episode, I’m sharing my real thoughts on comparison — how it sneaks into our confidence, our work, and even how we see ourselves — and what I’m learning about letting it go. This isn’t a “just stop comparing yourself” pep talk. It’s an honest reflection on what it takes to tune out the noise, focus on your own path, and have the courage to say f*ck it when it matters most. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, and let’s get real together.

    27 min
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Let’s cut the BS — because wellness isn’t just about what things look like on the outside. The inside stuff matters too. On Let’s Get Real with Dani, we go deeper, get a little messy, and take a deep breath together. No new rules here — just honest conversations with real people in the health world about what actually matters when it comes to feeling your best. Hosted by Dani Schau — nutrition coach, here to help you cut through the noise.

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    Dani
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
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