443. SOLO: Postpartum Weight Loss, Nicotine for Healing & Learning to Get Uncomfortable for the Sake of a Fulfilling Life
The Balanced Blonde // Soul On FireShow Notes
Today’s solo episode is a juicy one—we’re diving into three topics that have been at the forefront of my life and my DMs lately: postpartum weight loss, the surprising health benefits of nicotine (yes, really), and why discomfort is actually a sign you’re living a full and meaningful life. (Let’s ditch the instagram therapy speak, shall we?) ✨ Postpartum Weight Loss I open up about my own postpartum body journey; not just the physical changes but the hormones, energy shifts, sleep deprivation, and the pressure of “bounce back culture.” We talk about why healing, nourishment, and nervous system support matter so much more than chasing an old version of yourself. And, of course, PEPTIDES, duh. ✨ Nicotine for Healing This one is a little edgy, and I love it. Nicotine is one of the most misunderstood compounds out there. It’s not the nicotine in cigarettes that causes harm—it’s the smoke and toxins. In fact, nicotine itself has some fascinating potential benefits for focus, memory, mood, inflammation, and even metabolism. I share what I’ve been learning, how it ties into my own healing journey, and why intention and delivery method are everything here. ✨ The Discomfort of a Full Life Finally, we talk about the very real discomfort that comes with having everything you once prayed for —kids, career, opportunities, expansion. A full life is beautiful, but it’s also overwhelming. We’re talking about why Instagram therapy speak has sucked the nuance out of life and why boundaries are important, but expanding our container is even more important. This is one of those heart-to-heart, tell-it-like-it-is solo episodes where I let you in behind the scenes of my own process. If you’re navigating postpartum, curious about unconventional healing tools, or simply feeling stretched by the bigness of your own life right now — this one’s for you. Again, for where I get my peptides (& where you can too): elliemd.com/thebalancedblonde (then you get to join my private WhatsApp group!) Peptide course with my 50% off code, BLONDE: https://empowerdacademy.com/certification?am_id=jordan7199
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