Professional Womans Wellness Podcast

Dr. Peggy Gleason
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Here, we're all about helping high-level executive women like you overcome emotional eating and develop healthier habits. Think of it as your go-to guide for mindful eating and emotional wellness. We'll dive into topics like understanding triggers, managing stress eating, and fostering a positive relationship with food. You'll hear from experts and real-life stories that'll inspire and empower you on your journey. So, why listen? Because we're here to support you, provide practical tips, and help you achieve balance and success in all areas of your life. Let's dive in and make positive changes together!

  1. 08/13/2025

    Episode 39: Five Things You Can Do Immediately to Stop Emotional Eating When You're Burned Out, Tired, and Not Even Hungry

    Have you ever found yourself standing in front of the fridge at 8 p.m., not even hungry… just tired, stressed, or emotionally drained? In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Peggy Gleason pulls back the curtain on emotional eating—and what she reveals might just change the way you see yourself forever. Because here’s the truth: You’re not addicted to food. You’re craving comfort. You’re reaching for something deeper. This episode is a compassionate conversation about why diets don’t work, why willpower has nothing to do with it, and what your late-night snacking is actually trying to tell you. If you’ve ever felt like you “know what to eat, but just don’t do it,” this one’s for you. 🌱 What You’ll Take Away:Why emotional eating is not a flaw—it’s a signal.What that nightly fridge visit really means.The myth of willpower—and what actually creates lasting change.Why diets keep failing you (and it’s not your fault).Five simple but powerful tools to stop eating when you're not hungry—without shame, guilt, or another restrictive plan. 💖 Favorite Quotes from Dr. Peggy:“You’re not broken. You’re just burned out.”“This isn’t about being stricter—it’s about being more supported.”“Knowing isn’t the problem. Feeling safe enough to act on what you know is.”“You don’t need another diet. You need a deeper connection to yourself.”“The pantry isn't your problem. It's your safe place when nothing else feels safe.”🎁 Free Gift Mentioned:🎥 Watch the Free Video Get the 5 steps you can take today to stop reaching for food when what you really need is rest, support, or a moment of peace. https://tinyurl.com/stopemotionaleating5tips Join my Stop Emotional Eating FREE SKOOL Community https://www.skool.com/stopemotionaleating/about

    5 min
  2. Episode 38 From Kitchen Chaos to Culinary Confidence: How Mary Lummerding Helps You Cook with Joy, Not Stress

    05/17/2025

    Episode 38 From Kitchen Chaos to Culinary Confidence: How Mary Lummerding Helps You Cook with Joy, Not Stress

    What if cooking didn’t have to feel like a chore… What if it could actually feel like coming home to yourself? In this heartwarming episode of the Professional Women’s Wellness Podcast, Dr. Peggy sits down with Mary Lummerding , a chef, cooking coach, food gardener, and author of Kitchen Chaos to Culinary Bliss. Mary’s not just about recipes — she’s about reclaiming your relationship with food and making cooking doable again, even for busy women who say they “don’t have time.” From growing 7 kinds of radishes (yes, really!) to helping a college professor who thought she “couldn’t cook” make a gourmet holiday dessert that stunned her family. Mary proves that everyone is capable of creating nourishing meals with confidence, fun, and creativity. 🥦 In This Episode, You’ll Discover:Why cooking is about mindset, not just meal prepThe surprising emotional blocks many women carry into the kitchen — and how to rewrite themHow Mary raised her ADHD son to cook independently — and why chopping veggies became their bonding timePractical strategies like slow cookers, batch meals, and "heat and serve" dishes that work with your scheduleWhy cooking can be physical, mental, emotional, even spiritual nourishment 💬 Quotes That Stay With You:“Cooking is like going to the gym. You may feel too busy — but your future self will thank you.”“You don’t need more time… you need a system that fits your life.”“Even professional women can feel ‘not good enough’ in the kitchen — and it’s time to change that.”“There’s no one ‘right’ way to cook. There’s just your way — and I’m here to help you find it.”🎁 Special Gift for Listeners: Mary is offering her book Kitchen Chaos to Culinary Bliss: Organize and Enjoy Cooking Chef Mary invites you on a transformative journey to rediscover the joy of cooking. With warmth and expertise, she navigates you through the maze of kitchen essentials and cooking routines, empowering you to savor the art of home cooking. In this book, you will: Master the basics of kitchen organization and equipment selection.Unlock Chef Mary's secrets for effortlessly preparing delicious meals.Explore practical, yet delectable recipes for everyday cooking.Discover Chef Mary's innovative "heat and serve" meal strategies.Embrace creativity, save money, and strengthen relationships through the culinary arts. Kitchen Chaos to Culinary Bliss doesn't just offer recipes; it's a roadmap to a healthier, happier lifestyle. Chef Mary's expertise and passion infuse every page, inspiring you to reclaim your kitchen and reignite your love for cooking. Transform your kitchen chaos into culinary bliss today! If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in the kitchen, judged for not “doing it right,” or just stuck on what to feed your family this week… Connect With Mary: Linked In: a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/chefmarykt/"...

    30 min
  3. Episode 37: From Cancer to Clarity: Cooper Harrison on Healing, Art, and the Power of Feeling Your All

    05/12/2025

    Episode 37: From Cancer to Clarity: Cooper Harrison on Healing, Art, and the Power of Feeling Your All

    What happens when a childhood illness turns into a spiritual awakening? When pain becomes poetry, and trauma transforms into truth? In this soul-opening episode of the Professional Women’s Wellness Podcast, Dr. Peggy welcomes Cooper Harrison — author, meditation coach, musician, and healer — whose story is a testament to what’s possible when we allow ourselves to truly feel, heal, and grow. Diagnosed with leukemia at age 7, Cooper’s journey weaves through bullying, athletic triumphs, identity loss, heartbreak, healing, and ultimately, awakening. Through the power of meditation, creative expression, and deep introspection, he teaches others how to regulate their nervous system, face their pain, and reconnect with their soul. His book, Grand Rising Universe, chronicles 111 days of spiritual dialogue — a journal of healing written in real time. This isn’t just a conversation — it’s a mirror, a map, and a meditation on what it means to become whole. 🌱 In This Episode, You'll Hear:How Childhood Cancer Shaped Cooper’s Inner World And Outward Path The real reason we struggle with emotional expression — and how healing changes that The role of art, poetry, music, and nature in building new neural pathways How meditation and hypnotherapy can regulate trauma stored in the nervous system Why feeling through pain is the first step to reclaiming your power 💬 Quotes That Stay With You:“I went from being a victim of my story to becoming the author of it.”“Healing isn’t linear. It’s layered — and every layer deserves love.”“Meditation didn’t just calm me. It introduced me to the parts of me I’d abandoned.”“To become a strong man, I had to embrace the softness I was taught to fear.”📘 Explore Cooper’s Work: Grand Rising Universe: A 111-day spiritual conversationUpcoming healing music projects using theta and alpha wavesVisual art that creates mental clarity through sacred symbols 🎧 Listen now and let Cooper’s story remind you: Healing is not a destination. It’s a homecoming.

    36 min
  4. Episode #36 When Your Body Whispers, Listen Detox, Deep Healing, and a Grandmother’s Legacy”

    05/05/2025

    Episode #36 When Your Body Whispers, Listen Detox, Deep Healing, and a Grandmother’s Legacy”

    What if chronic illness wasn’t the end of your story—but the start of a deeper awakening In this heartfelt episode of the Professional Women’s Wellness Podcast, I sit down with Cheryl Boon, a certified health coach who transformed her own life after being diagnosed with lupus and rheumatoid arthritis while raising three young kids. Now, decades later, Cheryl’s not just surviving — she’s thriving. She’s helping women over 45 do the same by getting to the real root causes behind chronic symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, autoimmune issues, and more. Her message? “Listen to your body when it whispers… so you don’t have to hear it scream.” 🌿 In this episode, we talk about: Why symptoms like fatigue, joint pain, and brain fog are often messages — not mysteries The truth about toxins: where they hide in your food, your home, and even your makeup What most detox programs miss (and why you should never rush the process) How detoxing your brain is different—and why your fillings and filtered water matter Why healing isn’t about being perfect… it’s about making empowered choices over time 💬 Quotes That Stay With You: “Autoimmune is not a disease. It’s a symptom. And that means there’s hope.” “We’re not broken. We’ve just been uninformed. Healing starts with awareness.” “Your health journey isn’t about restriction—it’s about reclaiming joy.” “I wanted to be the grandmother who could get down on the floor and play.” 🎁 Bonus: Cheryl is giving away her eBook: “Detox Your Home, Heal Your Body” — a simple guide to swapping out toxic products and reclaiming wellness one small step at a time. 📬 Connect with Cheryl: Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherylaboone/ Website: CherylBoon.com Schedule a free 30-minute clarity call (no sales, just real support!) If you’ve ever thought, “I’ve tried everything and I’m still not getting better…” Let this episode be your reminder: ✨You’re not too far gone. And you’re never too late to heal.✨ 🎧 Listen now and start tuning into the wisdom of your body

    42 min
  5. Episode #35 Beyond the Microscope: How Science, Spirit, and Lifestyle Can Reverse Aging — with Maricel Rosa

    04/26/2025

    Episode #35 Beyond the Microscope: How Science, Spirit, and Lifestyle Can Reverse Aging — with Maricel Rosa

    What if growing older didn’t have to mean slowing down? What if aging could actually feel like awakening? In this inspiring episode of the Professional Women’s Wellness Podcast, I sit down with Maricel Rosa — a Life Extension Specialist, Biochemist, and Integrative Health Coach with a story you’re going to feel in your heart. From being a little girl who asked Santa for a microscope… to standing at the Mayo Clinic translating life-changing news for her cousin… Maricel’s journey is a powerful reminder that true healing blends both science and spirit. 🌱 In This Episode, We Dive Into: How invisible things — like emotions, mindset, and energy — shape our health more than we realizeThe 7 Pillars of Youth you can start nurturing today (and it’s simpler than you think)Why balancing your blood sugar isn't just about food — it’s about protecting your futureHow using real tools like CGMs and epigenetic testing can help you finally understand your body’s hidden languageThe truth about genetics: “Your DNA isn’t a sentence. It’s a story you get to edit every single day.”💬 Quotes That Stay With You: "The body speaks last. Healing starts in the heart and mind." "Prevention isn’t boring — it’s freedom." "You’re not stuck with the health history you inherited. You’re writing your own chapter." "When you track your health, you take back your power." "Aging doesn’t mean declining — it can mean awakening." 🎁 Special Gift: Maricel also shares how to use continuous glucose monitors proactively—before there’s a diagnosis—to catch imbalances early and keep your body thriving. Quiz to learn Age type (fast, regular or slow ager) https://www.funnelprescription.com/maricel-discover eBook “The 7 Pillars of Age Reversal” https://www.maricelrocha.com/epigenetic-youth-guide 📬 Connect with Marisel Roa: Website: www.maricelrocha.com Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maricelkrocha/ 🌸 If you’ve ever felt afraid of aging, stuck in a diagnosis, or just tired of one-size-fits-all advice, this episode is your sign: You are more powerful than you’ve been told. 🌸 🔗 Listen now and start rewriting your story: https://www.skool.com/stopemotionaleating/about

    37 min
  6. Episode #34 Finding Wholeness After Loss: Dr. Pamela Jackson Smith’s Journey to Renewed Purpose

    04/19/2025

    Episode #34 Finding Wholeness After Loss: Dr. Pamela Jackson Smith’s Journey to Renewed Purpose

    Listen on Apple Podcast and Follow: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-34-finding-wholeness-after-loss-dr-pamela-jackson/id1746353598?i=1000704159642 Connect with Dr. Peggy: Website: https://www.skool.com/stopemotionaleating Social Media: Facebook: www.facebook.com/peggy.gleason Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachpeggygleason/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/professionalwomanswellness/ You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8xZK_0heIjldKEQoXjTm-w Tune in each week for more inspiration, motivation, and education from Dr. Peggy Gleason and her incredible guests. Together, they'll conquer emotional eating and revolutionize your eating habits and overall wellness to enhance all areas of our lives. Welcome Listeners! In today's soul-stirring episode of the Professional Woman’s Wellness Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Dr. Pamela Jackson Smith — A leader in life coaching, mental health counseling, and helping women rediscover their strength and joy. Beyond her credentials, Dr. Pam’s story is about resilience, renewal, and choosing life after loss. When life brought her the unimaginable—losing her husband, suffering a traumatic brain injury, battling health crises, and grieving her brothers Dr. Pam chose not just to survive... but to rise. 🌿 Her journey reminds us: “You’re not half of who you were... You’re rediscovering the whole of who you are becoming.” In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Pam shares: Why community is the bridge between grief and growth How rediscovering what you love reconnects you to yourself Why widows and women over 50 often face a new kind of identity search—and how to embrace it How small steps—even hanging the "Mourner’s Bill of Rights" on your fridge—can begin massive healing Why there’s no wrong time to seek support: “Healing begins whenever your heart whispers... I’m ready for more.”🧠 Memorable Quotes: “We weren’t made to live life alone. We were made for connection and community.” “You have the right to feel your emotions fully, without apology.” “It's not about going back to who you were. It's about meeting the woman you're becoming.” “Healing doesn’t erase the pain — it invites joy to sit beside it.” 🎁 Special Gift: Download Dr. Pam’s Mourner’s Bill of Rights — a healing, encouraging guide to honor your emotions and create space for hope....

    28 min
  7. Episode 33: From Closet Chaos to Calm Control: Organizing Secrets with Marla Regan

    04/07/2025

    Episode 33: From Closet Chaos to Calm Control: Organizing Secrets with Marla Regan

    In this insightful and heartwarming episode of the Professional Woman’s Wellness Podcast, Dr. Peggy welcomes special guest Marla Regan, founder of Organized Time. With over 40 years of experience helping women create order out of chaos, Mara shares her wisdom on everything from time management to taming the clutter in your closet—or your life. 🧺 From her first organizing project as a child—arranging dresses by sleeve length—to founding her own business on her 40th birthday, Mara’s journey is as inspiring as it is practical. 🌟 In This Episode You’ll Discover: Why you might be super organized at work, but overwhelmed at home The one system that keeps your keys from getting lost in a bowl of peppermints How to organize a workspace when your “office” is your dining table Why it’s crucial to wait before buying bins, boxes, and shelving The power of “do nothing time” and how it supports productivity 🗣 Favorite Quotes: “I’ve been doing this since I was a wee one… organizing my closet instead of napping.” “Tomorrow begins the night before. Pack up today so you can unpack tomorrow.” “Professional doesn’t mean perfect. I’m not the only one who lives in my house!” “Give me coffee and nobody gets hurt.” ☕ 🎁 Bonus Gift: Marla’s Ideal Week Calendar is yours! It’s a beautiful way to map out your time, protect your peace, and plan your priorities. 📬 Contact Mara: Email her at mara@organizedtime.com to claim a free 20-minute session. You’ll walk away with at least one action step toward better productivity, planning, or clutter control. ✨ Plus—Dr. Peggy’s Closing Invitation: Healing your relationship with food begins when you listen to what your body (and life) are trying to tell you. Join the supportive community inside the Stop Emotional Eating Skool Community at ProfessionalWomansWellness.com and finally ditch the guilt for good.

    39 min
  8. Episode 32: Say Yes to You: The Courage to Stop Sabotaging and Start Soothing Your Soul With

    03/29/2025

    Episode 32: Say Yes to You: The Courage to Stop Sabotaging and Start Soothing Your Soul With

    🔍 Inside This Episode:Why high-achieving women struggle to slow down and give to themselvesThe real difference between therapy and coaching (and why Claudia chose this path)How essential oils, yoga, and energy work still play a part in Claudia’s healing toolboxThe sneaky voice of the Inner Judge—and how to finally turn the volume downWhy burnout isn’t a sign of weakness—it’s a cry for reconnection What if the reason you're stuck isn't because you're doing something wrong—it's because you've been running on empty, giving everything to everyone except yourself? In this episode of Professional Woman’s Wellness, I sat down with the absolutely radiant Claudia Braa—mindset coach, positive intelligence expert, and all-around soul whisperer. Let me tell you... this conversation? It’s for you, my friend—the high-achiever who looks like she has it all together, but secretly feels burned out, overwhelmed, and maybe just a little lost inside. Claudia and I went deep. We talked about how so many women have been conditioned to give, give, give… until there’s nothing left. Then we wonder why we can’t sleep, why we’re snappy, or why we’re grabbing the chocolate at midnight (🙋‍♀️ guilty). Claudia’s superpower? Helping women recognize the invisible programming that keeps them stuck in patterns they don’t even realize they’re repeating. Her tools aren’t just woo—they’re whoa. From mindfulness techniques to her daily accountability app that keeps you focused on your “wise self,” she walks you back to clarity and confidence one loving nudge at a time. 💬 A Few Nuggets That Gave Me Goosebumps:“You don’t have to live a future that looks like your past.” – Claudia Braa“Self-care isn’t selfish. It’s how we stop making someone else pick up our broken pieces.” –Claudia“You can’t stay the same and expect something different. Change doesn’t require a makeover—it just asks for willingness.”“The Judge inside your head isn’t truth—it’s just an old voice that forgot your worth.” – Claudia“We’ve been surviving. It’s time to start thriving.” – Dr. Peggy🎁 Your Free Gift:Claudia is giving you something beautiful—her “Say Yes to You” guide. Inside, you’ll find 3 powerful strategies to stop saying “maybe later” to your own well-being… and start saying a full-body yes to peace, confidence, and ease. 💌 Grab it here: https://claudia-braun.com/ 👯‍♀️ Let’s Keep the Conversation Going:If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the right things and still feel empty, please know—you are not alone. You’re not broken. You’ve just been taught to survive instead of thrive. This episode is your invitation to pause, breathe, and begin again—with intention. So go ahead—say yes to you. 💛

    23 min
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Here, we're all about helping high-level executive women like you overcome emotional eating and develop healthier habits. Think of it as your go-to guide for mindful eating and emotional wellness. We'll dive into topics like understanding triggers, managing stress eating, and fostering a positive relationship with food. You'll hear from experts and real-life stories that'll inspire and empower you on your journey. So, why listen? Because we're here to support you, provide practical tips, and help you achieve balance and success in all areas of your life. Let's dive in and make positive changes together!

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