The Inner Script Podcast

Stephanie Baubie, NP | Integrative Nurse Practitioner

If you are in a season where your old life no longer fits, but the next version of you has not fully arrived yet, you are in the right place. The Inner Script is a podcast for highly sensitive women navigating life transitions that affect not just who they are, but how their body feels. Hosted by Stephanie Baubie, Integrative Nurse Practitioner, this show supports women moving through identity shifts, breakups, burnout, career changes, and health awakenings where something feels off and familiar coping strategies stop working. Stephanie brings clinical training and lived experience together to help you understand how transition impacts the nervous system and the body. At the heart of the show is nervous system regulation as a stabilizing force during change. You will learn how a dysregulated nervous system shows up during life transitions, why symptoms can intensify even when labs are normal, and how to begin nervous system healing through practical, body based tools. Episodes explore fight or flight symptoms, chronic stress, somatic healing, nervous system and sleep, waking up at 3am, and that wired but tired state so many women experience during periods of change. Because the podcast is led by a nurse practitioner, conversations around integrative medicine are grounded and evidence informed. Topics include women’s health, stress and hormones, cortisol imbalance, perimenopause symptoms, natural sleep remedies, and best supplements for women without fear based messaging. The Inner Script also explores emotional intelligence, emotional awareness, self sabotaging patterns, limiting beliefs, the inner critic, and the mindset shifts required to trust yourself again. This is not surface level self help. It is guidance for women learning how to feel safe in their body while becoming someone new. Subscribe and join a growing community of women who are learning to trust themselves, honor their sensitivity, and rewrite their inner script, one episode at a time.

  1. 2d ago

    I’m Losing My Job... Here's Why I'm Not Panicking | Letting Go of Control & Learning to Trust Yourself

    What happens when the life you’ve built starts changing before you’re ready? In this personal solo episode, Stephanie shares how the closure of the longevity clinic where she works prompted her to reflect on her relationship with work, health optimization, and uncertainty. She explores what her patients taught her about overtraining, under-fueling, and chasing perfect biomarkers, and why true wellness may look more like rest, self-trust, joy, and allowing life to surprise you. This Episode is For You If: - You’re navigating an unexpected transition and struggling to release control over what comes next. - You feel exhausted by the pressure to optimize your body, productivity, or health. - You want to reconnect with Need a mantra for your next chapter? Download this free Patreon resource featuring 8 mirror mantras. Choose the one you need most, write it on your mirror or a sticky note, and recite it daily: https://www.patreon.com/TheInnerScript/posts/164376762  Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (01:05) When I Realized My Career Was Changing (06:42) Why Health Optimization Started Feeling Wrong (13:30) Portugal Changed My Perspective (19:18) Losing My Job & Finding Unexpected Relief (25:15) What Burnout Taught Me About Healthcare (32:50) The Hidden Cost of Overtraining & Under-Fueling (41:40) Why Biomarkers Need Context (49:05) The Problem with Chasing Perfect Numbers (55:02) What's Next for Me Connect with Stephanie Baubie, NP: - Learn more: https://www.stephaniebaubie.com  - Join the Patreon community (for FREE): https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheInnerScript  - Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinnerscriptpod/#  Resources Mentioned: Oura Ring Leptin Heart Rate Variability (HRV) Cortisol Low Energy Availability (LEA) Portugal Wellness Retreat Diaphragmatic Breathing Supplements mentioned in this episode can be found in my Fullscript dispensary: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/sbaubie. Please consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement. Food, lifestyle, and nervous system support always come first. Disclaimer: Everything shared here is for educational purposes and personal reflection only. Not medical advice. Always work with your own healthcare provider for individual care. We sometimes include links to products and services we find interesting. These may or may not be affiliate links. Thanks for your support! Podcast production by Jamie Brooke.

    I’m Losing My Job... Here's Why I'm Not Panicking | Letting Go of Control & Learning to Trust Yourself
  2. Jul 22

    Why Your Skin Isn’t Healing: Stress, Survival Mode & the Beauty Industry Lies | Michelle Doan (Episode 25)

    What does it really mean to be resilient, and how do you move from surviving your life to actually feeling grateful for it? In this episode, Stephanie sits down with Michelle Doan, founder of EMANI Vegan Cosmetics, to talk about the experiences that shaped her life, from escaping Vietnam as a child and living in a refugee camp in Thailand to building a successful clean beauty brand as a single mother in California. Michelle shares how years of survival mode, difficult relationships, entrepreneurship, motherhood, and chronic skin struggles eventually led her to a powerful mindset shift: moving from “I have to” to “I get to.” Together, they explore the connection between mindset, stress, skin health, self-worth, and healing, along with the practical habits and perspective shifts that helped Michelle reconnect with joy. This Episode Is For You If: You’ve been stuck in survival mode and want to feel more joy, gratitude, and presence in your everyday lifeYou’ve struggled with difficult relationships, self-worth, or repeating patterns and want a healthier perspective on healingYou’re curious about the connection between stress, inflammation, mindset, skin health, and aging Breakouts, redness or dryness? Try these 8 small habits (free to join Patreon!): https://www.patreon.com/TheInnerScript/posts/163182378  Connect with Stephanie Baubie, NP: - Learn more: https://www.stephaniebaubie.com  - Join the Patreon community (for FREE): https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheInnerScript  - Share your thoughts, questions, or story with Stephanie. Follow along on Instagram at @theinnerscriptpod: https://www.instagram.com/theinnerscriptpod/#  Timestamps (00:17) Escaping Vietnam by boat (06:23) Culture shock and resilience (10:31) Survival mode and narcissistic relationships (15:01) Gratitude, self-love, and joy (19:04) Cystic acne and skin struggles (24:55) Building EMANI as a single mom (32:42) Clean beauty and aging skin (42:31) Botox, red light, and lymphatic massage (45:34) Stress, mindset, and skin health Connect with Michelle Doan: Website: https://www.emani.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emanicosmetics  Disclaimer: Everything shared here is for educational purposes and personal reflection only. Not medical advice. Always work with your own healthcare provider for individual care.

    Why Your Skin Isn’t Healing: Stress, Survival Mode & the Beauty Industry Lies | Michelle Doan (Episode 25)
  3. Jul 15

    I Stopped Wearing My Oura Ring for a Week. Here's What I Learned About The Hidden Cost of Health Optimization (Episode 24)

    Can you optimize your way to better health, or are we missing the point? In this deeply personal solo episode, Stephanie shares how a transformative wellness retreat in Portugal challenged everything she thought she knew about health, happiness, and self-improvement. After stepping away from her Oura Ring and questioning the culture of constant optimization, she discovered that the metrics we obsess over may not tell the whole story. Stephanie reflects on feeling stuck, navigating a season of uncertainty, and why joy, meaningful connection, intuition, and truly living might be just as important as sleep scores, lab values, and wearable data. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by wellness advice, disconnected from yourself, or unsure about your next chapter, this episode offers a refreshing reminder that health isn't just something we measure—it's something we experience. This Episode is For You If: You feel overwhelmed by health optimization, wearable technology, or the pressure to track every metric.You're navigating a season of transition and wondering whether it's time to trust your intuition over certainty.You're craving more joy, connection, and authenticity instead of constantly trying to become a "better" version of yourself. Are you too addicted to optimizing your health? Find out here: https://www.patreon.com/TheInnerScript/posts/162645598  Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (00:17) Feeling Stuck Before My Portugal Trip (03:24) Health Optimization vs True Wellness (06:16) Oura Ring, Wearables & Health Tracking (09:25) I Stopped Wearing My Oura Ring (11:15) Joy, Connection & Mental Wellbeing (13:44) Portugal Wellness Retreat Experience (18:58) Solo Travel Changed My Perspective (20:13) Navigating Life Transitions Without Fear (22:07) Trust Yourself Over Health Metrics Connect with Stephanie Baubie, NP: - Learn more: https://www.stephaniebaubie.com  - Join the Patreon community (for FREE): https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheInnerScript  - Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinnerscriptpod/#  Resources Mentioned: Salt Escapes Wellness Retreat Lisbon & Comporta, Portugal Oura Ring Heart Rate Variability (HRV) Supplements mentioned in this episode can be found in my Fullscript dispensary: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/sbaubie. Please consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement. Food, lifestyle, and nervous system support always come first. Disclaimer: Everything shared here is for educational purposes and personal reflection only. Not medical advice. Always work with your own healthcare provider for individual care. We sometimes include links to products and services we find interesting. These may or may not be affiliate links. Thanks for your support! Podcast production by Jamie Brooke.

    I Stopped Wearing My Oura Ring for a Week. Here's What I Learned About The Hidden Cost of Health Optimization (Episode 24)
  4. Jul 8

    Where the Hell Is My Husband? The Truth About Modern Dating and Healthy Love | Taylor Carr (Episode 23)

    Why does modern dating feel so complicated, especially for successful, self-aware women? And where the hell is my husband? In this episode, Stephanie sits down with dating and feminine energy coach Taylor Carr to explore the deeper relationship patterns that often keep women stuck in cycles of heartbreak, overthinking, emotional unavailability, and self-doubt. Taylor shares the personal heartbreak that transformed her life and explains how self-trust, healthy boundaries, emotional safety, embodiment, and authentic feminine energy can help women create healthier, more aligned relationships. Together, they discuss dating apps, attraction, intimacy, masculine and feminine dynamics, relationship archetypes, and why many women unknowingly overlook the very partners they say they want. Whether you're dating, healing from a breakup, or looking to build a more secure relationship with yourself, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective on modern love. This Episode Is For You If: You're tired of modern dating, overthinking every interaction, or wondering why you keep attracting emotionally unavailable partners.You want to understand feminine energy, self-trust, emotional safety, and how healthy masculine and feminine dynamics actually work in relationships.You're ready to break old relationship patterns, strengthen your boundaries, and create a more aligned, secure, and fulfilling love life. Are you looking for husband energy or boyfriend energy? Find out with this free Patreon resource: https://www.patreon.com/TheInnerScript/posts/161900178  Connect with Stephanie Baubie, NP: - Learn more: https://www.stephaniebaubie.com - Join the Patreon community (for FREE): https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheInnerScript  - Share your thoughts, questions, or story with Stephanie. Follow along on Instagram at @theinnerscriptpod: https://www.instagram.com/theinnerscriptpod/#  Timestamps (00:00) Modern Dating Advice Every Woman Needs Today (04:31) What Feminine Energy Really Means In Relationships (09:48) Why Self-Trust Is Essential For Healthy Love (13:37) Why Modern Dating Feels Harder Than Ever (15:43) Emotional Safety Versus Chemistry In Relationships (20:35) How To Meet High-Quality Men Naturally (22:45) Common Dating Blocks Keeping Women Single (31:03) Relationship Patterns That Reveal Deeper Wounds (40:29) Dating Boundaries, Intimacy, And Self-Respect (47:43) The Secret To Finding Lasting Love Connect with Taylor Carr: Website: www.upgradewithtaylor.com Free Blind Spots In Love Quiz: www.upgradewithtaylor.com/quiz Instagram: www.instagram.com/iamtaylorcarr YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Iamtaylorcarr  Disclaimer: Everything shared here is for educational purposes and personal reflection only. Not medical advice. Always work with your own healthcare provider for individual care.

    Where the Hell Is My Husband? The Truth About Modern Dating and Healthy Love | Taylor Carr (Episode 23)
  5. Jul 1

    Why High Achieving Women Get Trapped in Chronic Stress, Poor Sleep, and Survival Mode (Episode 22)

    So many high-achieving women feel exhausted, anxious, and disconnected from their bodies, even when they're doing "all the right things". In this episode, Stephanie Baubie explores the connection between chronic stress, nervous system dysregulation, and sleep struggles. She explains why feeling safe in your body is one of the most overlooked foundations of healing and how many common symptoms, from anxiety and insomnia to digestive issues and burnout, can be signs that your nervous system has been stuck in survival mode for too long. Stephanie shares personal stories from her own healing journey, breaks down the science of stress in an easy-to-understand way, and offers practical tools for building resilience without needing to overhaul your life. If you've ever felt wired, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or frustrated that your body won't seem to cooperate, this episode offers a compassionate and empowering perspective.  This Episode is For You If: You struggle with chronic stress, anxiety, or feeling constantly "on"You have difficulty sleeping, relaxing, or slowing down without guiltYou want practical tools to support nervous system regulation and resilience Are you in survival mode and don’t even know it? Join Patreon for free and download this free checklist to find out: https://www.patreon.com/TheInnerScript/posts/161357837  Timestamps: (00:00) Why Steph's hair change sparked an identity crisis (02:05) The hidden reason so many people feel exhausted (04:29) What it really means to feel safe in your body (07:10) Why peace can feel uncomfortable to a dysregulated nervous system (13:25) How chronic stress becomes physical symptoms (16:31) Cortisol isn't the enemy, but chronic stress is (18:53) The stress bucket analogy that explains burnout (23:27) When sleep itself becomes a source of anxiety (24:37) The changes that finally improved Steph's sleep (26:45) Is modern wellness culture making us more stressed? (29:35) How to build resilience instead of chasing a stress-free life (31:34) Practical nervous system regulation tools that actually help Connect with Stephanie Baubie, NP: - Join the Patreon community (for FREE): https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheInnerScript  - Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinnerscriptpod/#  Resources Mentioned: Magnesium glycinate Glycine Oura Ring Meditation Journaling Walking and gentle movement practices Supplements mentioned in this episode can be found in my Fullscript dispensary: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/sbaubie. Please consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement. Food, lifestyle, and nervous system support always come first. Disclaimer: Everything shared here is for educational purposes and personal reflection only. Not medical advice. Always work with your own healthcare provider for individual care. We sometimes include links to products and services we find interesting. These may or may not be affiliate links. Thanks for your support! Podcast production by Jamie Brooke.

    Why High Achieving Women Get Trapped in Chronic Stress, Poor Sleep, and Survival Mode (Episode 22)
  6. Jun 24

    Fear of Being Seen: Identity, Self-Trust, and Coming Home to Yourself with Kristen Shea (Episode 21)

    Why do so many women feel disconnected from who they truly are? In this episode, Stephanie Baubie sits down with visibility coach, publicist, and personal brand strategist Kristen Shea for a conversation about identity, self-trust, nervous system healing, and the fear of being seen. Kristen shares her own journey of walking away from unhealthy family dynamics, rebuilding her life from the ground up, and discovering that true transformation isn't about becoming someone new—it's about shedding the survival patterns, shame, and conditioning that have kept you disconnected from yourself. Together, they explore somatic healing, intuition, chronic illness, authenticity, people-pleasing, and why so many of us stay trapped in roles that no longer fit. If you've ever felt stuck, misaligned, or afraid to fully express who you are, this episode offers a powerful invitation to come back home to yourself. This Episode Is For You If: You struggle with people-pleasing, self-abandonment, or feeling disconnected from your authentic selfYou feel called toward a deeper purpose but fear judgment, visibility, or making a major life changeYou're interested in nervous system healing, intuition, self-trust, and personal transformation Am I being seen or am I performing? Get Steph’s free reflection guide on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/160662105  Connect with Stephanie Baubie, NP: - Join the Patreon community (for FREE): https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheInnerScript  - Share your thoughts, questions, or story with Stephanie. Follow along on Instagram at @theinnerscriptpod: https://www.instagram.com/theinnerscriptpod/#  Timestamps (00:00) Meet visibility coach Kristen Shea (01:45) The spiritual awakening that changed everything (06:20) Why so many women feel disconnected from themselves (08:06) Core wounds, shame, and somatic healing (11:20) Nervous system regulation and emotional release (12:51) The difference between being visible and being truly seen (17:18) Why shame keeps people stuck (23:17) Chronic illness, identity, and self-sabotage (25:52) Intuition, psychic gifts, and self-trust (34:43) Manifestation, identity, and nervous system regulation (37:35) Inner child healing versus identity transformation (43:28) Recognizing narcissistic relationship dynamics (47:36) How to overcome the fear of judgment (51:16) Practical steps to reconnect with yourself (57:19) Where to find Kristen Shea Connect with Kristen Shea: Website: https://www.kristenshea.com Personal Brand Bundle: https://quantumkris.mykajabi.com/offers/5LLPfs6L/checkout The Ascension Lab: https://quantumkris.mykajabi.com/the-ascension-lab-1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekristenshea  Disclaimer: Everything shared here is for educational purposes and personal reflection only. Not medical advice. Always work with your own healthcare provider for individual care. Podcast Production by Jamie Brooke.

    Fear of Being Seen: Identity, Self-Trust, and Coming Home to Yourself with Kristen Shea (Episode 21)
  7. Jun 17

    The Mistake We Make When Treating Anxiety and Depression (Episode 20)

    Why do anxiety and depression happen, and are we asking the wrong questions about mental health? In this deeply personal solo episode, Stephanie Baubie shares her own experiences with anxiety, depression, grief, intrusive thoughts, medication, therapy, and nervous system healing. She explores why mental health symptoms are often viewed solely through a diagnosis lens, while deeper contributors like nervous system dysregulation, childhood experiences, lifestyle factors, sensitivity, stress, sleep, nutrition, and emotional processing are often overlooked. Stephanie offers a compassionate, whole-body perspective on mental health and explains why symptoms may be signals worth listening to rather than problems to suppress. This Episode is For You If: You struggle with anxiety, depression, overwhelm, or low mood and want a deeper understanding of what may be contributingYou consider yourself a highly sensitive person and often feel overstimulated by people, environments, or stressYou are curious about nervous system regulation, holistic mental health, and addressing root causes rather than symptoms alone Free Patreon resource: Download the Anxiety & Depression Reflection Guide and start exploring the root causes beneath your symptoms. https://www.patreon.com/posts/160074008  Timestamps: (01:12) Why Stephanie no longer believes she was simply "born anxious" (08:08) Understanding sensitivity, empathy, and nervous system wiring (11:16) College, mono, lifestyle habits, and Stephanie's first experience with medication (13:01) A second depressive episode and finding the right support (17:01) Why Stephanie's psychiatrist changed how she views mental health treatment (20:26) Viewing anxiety and depression as signals rather than pathology (22:09) The six pillars of health and their connection to mental wellness (22:40) How nutrition, blood sugar, caffeine, and vitamin deficiencies affect mood (26:16) Cortisol, sleep, emotional processing, and nervous system regulation (28:26) Boundaries, stress management, and identifying hidden root causes Connect with Stephanie Baubie, NP: - Join the Patreon community (for FREE): https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheInnerScript  - Follow along on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinnerscriptpod/#  Disclaimer: Everything shared here is for educational purposes and personal reflection only. Not medical advice. Always work with your own healthcare provider for individual care. We sometimes include links to products and services we find interesting. These may or may not be affiliate links. Thanks for your support! This podcast is produced by Brave Moon Podcasts.

    The Mistake We Make When Treating Anxiety and Depression (Episode 20)
  8. Jun 10

    Why High-Functioning Women Feel Exhausted | Nervous System Healing with Dr. Nikki Cerone-Fancher (Episode 19)

    What if your fatigue, hormone symptoms, anxiety, bloating, or fertility struggles were not signs that your body was broken, but signs that your body has been trying to protect you all along? In this episode of The Inner Script Podcast, integrative nurse practitioner Stephanie Baubie sits down with Dr. Nikki Cerone-Fancher, Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine and licensed acupuncturist, for a deeply grounding conversation about acupuncture, nervous system regulation, burnout, fertility, emotional processing, and women’s health. This episode also explores the connection between unprocessed emotions and physical symptoms, how Chinese medicine views stagnation and healing, and simple practices women can use to regulate their nervous systems and reconnect with rest. In This Episode: - Nervous system regulation and women’s health - Acupuncture and chronic stress - Burnout, fatigue, and overfunctioning - Fertility and hormone imbalance - Emotional processing and physical symptoms - Simple tools to support nervous system healing Need a reset? Stephanie and Dr. Nikki share simple nervous system regulation practices you can begin using immediately to support rest, healing, and emotional resilience: https://www.patreon.com/posts/recalibrate-your-160553577 Connect with Stephanie Baubie, NP: - Join the Patreon community (for FREE): https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheInnerScript  - Share your thoughts, questions, or story with Stephanie. Follow along on Instagram at @theinnerscriptpod: https://www.instagram.com/theinnerscriptpod/#  Timestamps (00:00) Why women feel stuck in survival mode (04:31) What Chinese medicine and acupuncture actually are (10:42) Why high-functioning women burn out (18:27) Yin depletion, rest, and chronic overdoing (25:08) How emotions become stored in the body (33:15) Why women often carry stress in the pelvic region (39:12) Fertility, survival mode, and nervous system safety (47:30) Chinese herbs, progesterone, and reproductive health (55:11) Burnout vs fatigue and what the body is signaling (01:02:20) Simple ways to regulate your nervous system daily Connect with Dr. Nikki Cerone-Fancher: Website: New Mission Acupuncture: https://www.newmissionacupuncture.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newmissionacupuncture Collective Rest: Collective Rest Ear Acupuncture Circle: https://www.newmissionacupuncture.com/blog/collective-rest Women’s Health & Fertility Services: Services at New Mission Acupuncture: https://www.newmissionacupuncture.com/services

    Why High-Functioning Women Feel Exhausted | Nervous System Healing with Dr. Nikki Cerone-Fancher (Episode 19)
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If you are in a season where your old life no longer fits, but the next version of you has not fully arrived yet, you are in the right place. The Inner Script is a podcast for highly sensitive women navigating life transitions that affect not just who they are, but how their body feels. Hosted by Stephanie Baubie, Integrative Nurse Practitioner, this show supports women moving through identity shifts, breakups, burnout, career changes, and health awakenings where something feels off and familiar coping strategies stop working. Stephanie brings clinical training and lived experience together to help you understand how transition impacts the nervous system and the body. At the heart of the show is nervous system regulation as a stabilizing force during change. You will learn how a dysregulated nervous system shows up during life transitions, why symptoms can intensify even when labs are normal, and how to begin nervous system healing through practical, body based tools. Episodes explore fight or flight symptoms, chronic stress, somatic healing, nervous system and sleep, waking up at 3am, and that wired but tired state so many women experience during periods of change. Because the podcast is led by a nurse practitioner, conversations around integrative medicine are grounded and evidence informed. Topics include women’s health, stress and hormones, cortisol imbalance, perimenopause symptoms, natural sleep remedies, and best supplements for women without fear based messaging. The Inner Script also explores emotional intelligence, emotional awareness, self sabotaging patterns, limiting beliefs, the inner critic, and the mindset shifts required to trust yourself again. This is not surface level self help. It is guidance for women learning how to feel safe in their body while becoming someone new. Subscribe and join a growing community of women who are learning to trust themselves, honor their sensitivity, and rewrite their inner script, one episode at a time.