LIVING IN SYNC with your cycle! // formerly FEMININE FITNESS PODCAST | Cycle Syncing | Hormone Health & Wellness for Women Joelle Suess | Hormone Expert | Certified Nutritionist | Fitness Mentor | Lifestyle Entrepreneur

Hormonal Rollercoaster or Hormonal Adventure?
In this episode of the Living in Sync podcast, Joelle, a certified nutritionist, mom of two, and fitness coach, discusses the importance of embracing the natural fluctuations of a woman's hormonal cycle. She explains that the idea of "leveling out hormones" is not helpful and that healthy hormonal cycles involve fluctuations and differentiation.
Joelle emphasizes the importance of understanding one's hormonal fluctuations and optimizing each phase of the menstrual cycle.
She also invites listeners to join her Feminine Edge Collective program, which teaches a simple and streamlined method for living in sync with one's cycle. 

The Living in Sync podcast features a conversation between Joelle, the host, and Elizabeth, a Christian mom of four and host of the Emotionally Healthy Legacy podcast.
They discuss the challenges of motherhood and offer practical tips for managing emotions, setting healthy boundaries, and prioritizing self-care. Elizabeth shares her personal experiences of struggling with anger and impatience as a mother and offers proactive strategies for preventing burnout. They also discuss the importance of seeking support from God, mentors, and elders.
The episode aims to provide support and encouragement for Christian moms who may be struggling with similar challenges.
Emotionally Healthy Legacy Podcast
Feeling Triggered?! FREEBIE
 
Episode Content Outline
*Struggles with impatience and anger as a mother [00:08:09]*Elizabeth talks about her struggles with impatience and anger as a mother, including her first experience with mom rage when her oldest son was three years old and her second son was born.
*Tools for Managing Mom Rage [00:13:01]*Elizabeth shares proactive strategies for managing mom rage, including prioritizing self-care, setting boundaries, and creating white space in your day.
*Importance of Proactive Self-Care [00:15:57]*Elizabeth emphasizes the importance of proactive self-care, such as good sleep, deep breathing, and spending time with God, to reduce stress and increase tolerance.
*Overcoming Mom Guilt [00:20:05]*Elizabeth discusses the sources of mom guilt, including societal standards and negative self-talk, and offers suggestions for prioritizing self-care without guilt.
*Reframing Guilt [00:23:31]*Elizabeth and Joelle discuss reframing guilt and unpacking where it comes from, using examples of taking trips and working out.
*Advice for Struggling Moms [00:28:35]*Elizabeth offers biblical advice for moms struggling with anger and shame, encouraging them to bring it into the light and seek support.
*Impact of Self-Care [00:26:00]*Joelle shares her personal experience of the positive impact of self-care on her patience and energy as a mom.
*Addressing the problem and seeking support [00:30:20]*The speakers discuss the importance of acknowledging and seeking help for struggling with anger and impatience as a mother.
*Hope and possibility of becoming a patient and calm mom [00:31:13]*The speakers offer hope and encouragement to mothers who struggle with anger and impatience, sharing personal experiences and emphasizing the possibility of change.
*Fun and lighthearted moments in motherhood [00:37:14]*The speakers share funny moments in motherhood, including their children's food fixations and preferences.
*Small Steps to Overcome Burnout [00:40:33]*Joelle shares her personal experience of overcoming burnout and offers advice on taking small steps to seek support and prioritize self-care.
*Managing Overstimulation and Emotions [00:41:48]*Joelle discusses the cyclical nature of overstimulation and shares techniques for managing emotions, such as physical movement and listening to music.

In this episode of the Living in Sync podcast, host Joelle and guest Lauren Francois discuss money mindset, wealth, and defining wealth for oneself. They share their personal journeys with money mindset and how it has impacted their lives and businesses.
Lauren emphasizes the importance of women becoming wealthy and involved in finances, and they discuss the common issue of fights over money in relationships.
They also touch on the importance of women pursuing wealth, not just for personal gain, but for the ability to make a positive impact in the world. The episode concludes with a discussion on teaching children about money and life skills, and the importance of being equal partners in a marriage or partnership when it comes to finances.
Referenced Resources
Lauren on Instagram
The Wealthy Woman Podcast 
MONEYmind Mastercourse
 
Episode Content Time Stamp
*Lauren's interest in money mindset [00:04:46]*Lauren talks about her personal journey with money mindset and how it led her to become a money mindset mentor and coach.
*Defining wealth [00:07:29]*Joelle and Lauren discuss the subjective nature of wealth and how it differs from person to person. They emphasize that wealth is whatever amount of money allows you to live the kind of life that you want.
*Women and Wealth [00:12:36]*Lauren explains why she is passionate about women becoming wealthy and how women are still new to the wealth game, working through generational beliefs and identities that are limiting around women with money.
*Money and Mental Health [00:16:11]*Lauren shares statistics that show how money affects relationships and mental health, and why she wants women to go after the kind of wealth they desire to have less stress and more joy in their lives.
*Women and Wealth [00:25:09]*Lauren talks about the importance of women going after wealth, as well-resourced women can make a big impact in the world by donating to causes that matter to them and creating a certain kind of lifestyle for their kids.
*Splurging vs Skimping [00:28:19]*Joelle and Lauren discuss their personal splurges and skimps, with Joelle splurging on hair and makeup products and skimping on kids' clothes, while Lauren also skimps on kids' clothes but splurges on nicer dresses for her daughter.
*Motherhood and Money Mindset [00:39:38]*Joelle and Lauren discuss how their money mindset has changed since becoming mothers and how they would approach motherhood differently now.
*Teaching Kids About Money [00:45:58]*Lauren shares how she teaches her kids about money and the importance of setting boundaries, while avoiding limiting beliefs around hard work and expense. Joelle and Lauren discuss how they teach their kids about money and the importance of making them aware of privilege.Lauren and Joelle discuss the importance of educating children about money, including how to use a credit card, how a bank account works, and how to invest.
Joelle and Lauren discuss the importance of teaching kids about money and life skills, and how it's never too late to start. They also share their personal experiences with learning about money.
*Importance of Educating Yourself About Money [01:12:49]*Lauren emphasizes the importance of educating oneself about money and finances, and encourages listeners to start asking questions and seeking resources. She also warns about the consequences of not being involved in the money conversation.
*Biblical Perspective on Money [01:21:11]*Joelle shares her insights on the Proverbs 31 woman and the parable of the loaned money, emphasizing the importance of being wise with money and investing it wisely.
 

In this episode of the Living in Sync podcast, host Joelle interviews Brittany Mullins, creator of eatingbirdfood.com and author of the cookbook Mostly Veggies.
They discuss the topic of eating healthier, with Brittany suggesting small changes such as drinking more water and adding in more vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats. They also discuss Brittany's business evolution, her creative process for developing recipes, and their love for cooking and kitchen gadgets.
As busy moms, they share their tips for grocery shopping and meal planning, emphasizing the importance of taking time to rest and recharge. Overall, the episode highlights the importance of finding joy in cooking and taking care of oneself.
Referenced Resources: 
Joelle on Instagram
Brittany on Instagram @eatingbirdfood
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[Time Stamp of Episode Content]
*Introduction [00:00:00]*Joelle introduces Brittany Mullins, creator of eatingbirdfood.com and author of the cookbook Mostly Veggies. She talks about the giveaway and what the episode will cover.
*Tips for Eating Healthier [00:02:43]*Brittany talks about how to eat healthier by making small changes, adding more vegetables, lean proteins, and healthy fats.
*Evolution of Eating Bird Food [00:09:20]*Brittany talks about how she came up with the name Eating Bird Food and how her business has evolved from a blog to a brand and now an amazing cookbook.
*Brittany's Recipes to Try [00:10:44]*Brittany recommends trying her Samoa recipe made with dates, toasted coconut, and chocolate. She also suggests trying her orange tempe and broccoli recipe, which is a vegetarian version of beef and broccoli.
*Delegating Tasks in Business and Motherhood [00:16:24]*Brittany discusses how she determines which tasks to handle herself and which ones to delegate to others. She explains that she used to take all the food photography for her site but realized it was taking too much time and energy. She also talks about delegating tasks in motherhood, such as having someone else post to Instagram for her.
*Recognizing the Need for Help and Support [00:14:48]*Brittany talks about the importance of seeking, asking for, and accepting help and support in both business and motherhood. She explains that she realized she needed help with her business when she was about to have her daughter, and she acknowledges that it takes a village to raise children.
*Giving up control [00:19:46]*Brittany and Joelle discuss the difficulty of giving up control and the importance of prioritizing completion over perfection.
*Finding inspiration [00:21:09]*Brittany shares her sources of inspiration for creating new recipes, including trying out new things in the kitchen and replicating dishes she's tried at restaurants.
*Current obsessions [00:24:22]*Brittany and Joelle share their current obsessions, including a new water bottle and making healthy mocktails, and discuss their favorite kitchen gadgets, such as the air fryer and veggie chopper.
*Cooking and Air Fryers [00:29:10 - 00:31:48]*Brittany and Joelle discuss their love for cooking and air fryers, including the benefits of using a double basket air fryer and how it can save time in meal preparation.
*Mom Hacks for Grocery Shopping [00:32:08 - 00:34:06]*The speakers share their tips for grocery shopping as moms, including buying both fast-eating fruits and vegetables and shelf-stable ones, and planning meals around what needs to be eaten first.
*Encouragement for Rest [00:35:07 - 00:37:50]*Joelle encourages Brittany to take a break and rest after a busy year of building a house, writing a book, and having a baby. They discuss the importance of self-care and celebrating accomplishments.
 
 

Just sit with question for a bit... is the only time you have ever tracked your food intake, with a journal or MyFitnessPal (or any other app), is when you wanted to drastically restrict your calories?
What if you saw it from a different angle? 
In this episode of the Living in Sync podcast, host Joelle, a certified nutritionist, discusses the topic of tracking food and how it can be used as a tool for mindful eating and achieving health goals. She emphasizes that tracking food is not about being restrictive or judgmental towards oneself, but rather about gathering information and using it to make informed decisions about one's diet.
Joelle suggests various methods for tracking food, such as an evening reflection or planning meals for the upcoming day. She also explains how tracking food can be used to maximize the benefits of the menstrual cycle.
Overall, Joelle's message is about using tracking food in a mindful and sustainable way to achieve harmony with oneself and one's eating habits.
This episode talks about
- does tracking your food help you lose weight?
- being a scientist of the information
- you don't have to track calories or macros forever 
- how to start tracking what you are eating
Referenced Resources: 
Feminine Edge Collective
Amber on Biceps After Babies 
Macro Friendly Foods 
[Time Stamp of Episode Content]
*Benefits of tracking food [00:02:22]*Joelle discusses the benefits of tracking food, citing a Harvard study that showed people who kept food records lost twice as much weight as those who did not.
*Avoiding extreme tracking [00:04:35]*Joelle advises against using tracking solely as a restriction method and suggests using it to gain insight and information about one's eating habits.
*Establishing a Habit [00:11:16]*Joelle suggests starting with an evening or morning reflection to establish the habit of tracking food intake and energy levels.
*Reflecting on Your Nutrition [00:13:03]*Joelle encourages reflecting on what you ate and how you felt throughout the day to gain insight into your eating habits and energy levels.
*Tracking for Information [00:18:26]*Joelle suggests tracking food intake solely for information and not to be extreme, as it can provide insight into proper nourishment and daily energy expenditure.
*Tracking Food and the Menstrual Cycle [00:19:44]*Joelle discusses how tracking food can be used as a tool for mindful eating and achieving health goals, especially when considering the biological blueprint of the menstrual cycle.
 

Here is another GIRL CHAT episode with Joelle where she covers a range of topics... 
- Would you watch Podcasts on YouTube?
- The Super Mario Brothers movie review with kids
- How to Get Rich Docu-Series on Netflix - MLM vs. Influencers
- Great Kids Birthday Present Ideas - Shakey Tower & Stomp Rocket
- Cook Books - Mostly Veggies, Brittany Mullins & Meals She Eats, Rachel and Tom Sullivan
Joelle on Instagram