In this episode of the Be Well Now Method podcast, Janet Huehls interviews Dr. Gretchen Holmes, a health communication expert and author of 'The Work In Between.' They discuss the importance of authentic storytelling, the healing power of revisiting past experiences, and the significance of self-acceptance and intentional living. Gretchen shares her personal journey of overcoming health challenges, the role of shame in self-perception, and the necessity of creating a supportive internal dialogue. The conversation emphasizes the need for mindfulness and curiosity in understanding oneself and the value of seeking help and support in the journey towards better self-love and whole-person healing

www.gretchenholmesphd.com

www.linkedin.com/in/gretchennholmes (note the two ‘Ns’)

Podcast: The Work in Between (anywhere you listen to podcasts)

Amazon: https://a.co/d/5DwtT63

Barnes and Noble: The Work in Between: A Memoir About Stepping Out of My Shadows by Gretchen Norling Holmes, Paperback | Barnes & Noble®

Favorite books:

Atomic Habits by James Clear

Chasing Life by Robert Pardi

ROE by Robert Pardi

In this episode, Janet Huehls and Dr. Jan Anderson discuss the complexities of navigating strong emotions during the holiday season, particularly focusing on estrangement and emotional resilience. They explore grounding techniques, the importance of self-compassion, and how curiosity can transform distress into well-being. The conversation emphasizes the integration of body and mind through movement and mindfulness, providing listeners with practical strategies to nourish their emotional well-being during challenging times.

Learn more about emotional well-being at

Lifewise by Dr. Jan Anderson

Learn more about how to rethink exercise with mindful, science-based movement to Be Well Now at

Exercising Well by Janet Huehls, MS

In this episode of the Be Well Now Method podcast, Janet Huehls and Dr. Jan Anderson explore the complexities of weight loss with various health perspectives and broad range of opinions on the topic. They balance that with the core need for connection and community and a sense of choice and freedom when it comes to how we live and care for ourselves. They discuss the dichotomy of camps between restrictive dieting and resisting weight loss and the significance of listening to our bodies, and the journey towards finding a middle ground in when it comes to weight. The conversation emphasizes the need for authenticity, the role of emotional eating, and the importance of being kind to ourselves as we navigate our health journeys.

Learn more abour Dr. Jan Anderson at https://www.drjananderson.com/

Learn more about Janet Huehls at

https://www.exercisingwell.com/

The research article Janet mentions is found here

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6501757/

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