This has been a super heavy week in our country to say the least with the murder of George Floyd and I didn't know exactly what to say, but know it's wrong to say nothing. So...I'm just sharing today ways that I'm taking ACTION and hope to inspire you to do the same.  I am also sharing some podcast recommendations from women of color that I have been listening to in order to understand other perspectives more in the self care, health/wellness, and mental health realm.  I also want just want to support them and their shows as well--so please check them out! I obviously don't have all the answers, but want to show up and keep doing the work and I hope this inspires you to do so as well. Podcasts to check out: Balanced Black Girl Podcast Therapy for Black Girls Black Girl in Om Food Heaven, The Podcast Now, That's Life with Dr. Nina Ellis-Hervey H.E.R Space The Nicole Walters Podcast Slay Girl, Slay Podcast **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Today I'm chatting with Dr. Laura Ricciardi--a former self proclaimed self care sceptic who found the value of slowing down as a form of self care.  Laura is expecting her first baby near the end of September and she shares what self care looks like now that she's expecting and what she hopes it continues to look like for her once her sweet baby arrives.  This is an important conversation regardless if you're expecting or not! Laura Ricciardi, Ph.D.,is a Whole30 Certified Coach, wellness enthusiast, researcher, newlywed, and mama-to-be. She is passionate about helping women find their food freedom and switch to safer products. In her free time, she can be found in the gym or the kitchen, creating new recipes for her series entitled “Whole30 for People Who Don’t Cook." Laura lives in Mount Vernon, NY with her husband, Adam.   *** Check out my friends at The New Primal for Whole30 approved sauces and meat sticks!  I love their "Return to the Table" mission (and their BBQ mustard & Classic Marinade!) You can use the code "emilynichols22" to save 15% off your order!   *** -Want to start creating your own Self Care Routine? Checkout my SELF CARE FREEBIE! -Ready to start your Self Care journey and stop feeling so BLAH?!?!  I get it...that’s how I used to feel until I crafted my own Self Care routine.   Head over to my website to learn more and connect with me so you can get started with my proven 3 tier Self Care system to help you feel your best.  (you can also listen back to episode 31 to learn why I'm now offering this!) -Interested in Whole30? EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Hey, ya'll!  I'm giving you another sneak peak into what a Self Care Coaching Call looks like with me (stay around till the end where I share a couple of bonus tips!!)  And here's an exciting announcement.... This week, the show is hitting 10,000 downloads!!!!  I am so grateful to you all for listening and I hope you are inspired to really start putting yourself first without the guilt and feel amazing by creating your own version of self care. To celebrate, I'm doing a GIVEAWAY for a FREE Self Care Coaching Call with me!  Here's how to enter: Go to iTunes and leave a rating & write a review Take a screen shot of your written review DM me your screen shot on my Instagram And that's it!  I'll draw a winner later in the week!  Thank you again for listening...there's a lot more coming your way.  I'm on a mission to help as many women as possible become the best version of themselves through self care.  So grateful to you all. *** Want to start creating your own Self Care Routine? Checkout my SELF CARE FREEBIE! Ready to start your Self Care journey and stop feeling so BLAH?!?!  I get it...that’s how I used to feel until I crafted my own Self Care routine.   Head over to my website to learn more and connect with me so you can get started with my proven 3 tier Self Care system to help you feel your best.  (you can also listen back to episode 31 to learn why I'm now offering this!) *** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

May is Mental Health Awareness Month.  1 in 5 people live with some type of mental health condition and I wanted to shed some light and erase the stigma around mental health with this episode today. Today we're talking about self care and mental health and how you can set boundaries in your life.  Most importantly, if you need help--REACH OUT.  *more resources below My guest, Courtney Connell, is a certified alcohol and drug counselor living in Ringgold, Georgia and is the curly headed gal behind Coffee Carrots and Curls. Courtney is a mental health advocate and Whole30 Certified Coach. After hitting rock bottom with her eating disorder, Courtney realized the importance of self-care in mental and physical health which has not only enhanced her personal life but also her professional career. This conversation was important and I want you to know that you're not alone.   **** Resources: Bring Change to Mind SAMHSA NAMI Suicide Prevention Line: 1-800-273-8255 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 *** Check out my friends at The New Primal for Whole30 approved sauces and meat sticks!  I love their "Return to the Table" mission (and their BBQ mustard & Classic Marinade!) You can use the code "emilynichols22" to save 15% off your order! *** Want to start creating your own Self Care Routine? Checkout my SELF CARE FREEBIE! Ready to start your Self Care journey and stop feeling so BLAH?!?!  I get it...that’s how I used to feel until I crafted my own Self Care routine.   Head over to my website to learn more and connect with me so you can get started with my proven 3 tier Self Care system to help you feel your best.  (you can also listen back to episode 31 to learn why I'm now offering this!) Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareiEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Happy Mother's Day to all of the mom's out there!  Here's a BONUS episode with Lisa Graft of I Am Mother Of The Year!  We chat about the importance of community, asking for help, how to eliminate negative self talk and more! Lisa Graft is an emotional, creative, insightful, and encouraging storyteller. She is a radio co-host on “Radio Theology”, 99.5 ZPL in Indianapolis. Plus, she’s a writer and speaker, a dreamer and doer.  Lisa is the Founder of the mama movement, I Am Mother of the Year.com, where she’s building a tribe of moms who are encouraged, celebrated, and committed to helping other mothers feel the same way through random acts of kindness, vulnerability, and weekly content that captures the hilarity and honesty of motherhood. She’s passionate about encouraging women into healthier relationships with themselves and others through authenticity, self-care, and grace while walking alongside them to help uncover the truth and live out their true identities.  Giving her inspiration and plenty of real-life and ridiculous stories to tell are her husband Ryan of 10 years, and kids, Josie, 5 and Cal, 2.   *** Check out my friends at The New Primal for Whole30 approved sauces and meat sticks!  I love their "Return to the Table" mission (and their BBQ mustard & Classic Marinade!) You can use the code "emilynichols22" to save 15% off your order! *** Want to start creating your own Self Care Routine? Checkout my SELF CARE FREEBIE! Ready to start your Self Care journey and stop feeling so BLAH?!?!  I get it...that’s how I used to feel until I crafted my own Self Care routine.   Head over to my website to learn more and connect with me so you can get started with my proven 3 tier Self Care system to help you feel your best.  (you can also listen back to episode 31 to learn why I'm now offering this!) Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Friends!  I did something really hard and I wanted to share how doing hard things can have such a positive impact on your life (even if you don't succeed the first time!) As you know, I've been taking a break from teaching group fitness and I miss it so much (but, #selfcare) I needed to take a break for a bit.  I've been wanting to get a Personal Training Certification to up my credentials and for my own personal education so I've been studying to take the NASM CPT Certification Exam!  I hate tests.  I'm not very science-y so while studying, I was putting a lot of negative thoughts in my own head.  However, I flipped that narrative in my head and took the exam last week (after it being rescheduled once due to COVID19) and I PASSED!  We can all do hard things.  Listen in as I share the benefits of doing hard things and how you can feel this amazing too! *** Check out my friends at The New Primal for Whole30 approved sauces and meat sticks!  I love their "Return to the Table" mission (and their BBQ mustard & Classic Marinade!) You can use the code "emilynichols22" to save 15% off your order! *** Want to start creating your own Self Care Routine? Checkout my SELF CARE FREEBIE! Ready to start your Self Care journey and stop feeling so BLAH?!?!  I get it...that’s how I used to feel until I crafted my own Self Care routine.   Head over to my website to learn more and connect with me so you can get started with my proven 3 tier Self Care system to help you feel your best.  (you can also listen back to episode 31 to learn why I'm now offering this!) Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

What does is mean to live a "clean lifestyle?"  Today, my guest Stacey Heiny, will be sharing what that means to her and gives some amazing tips on how you can start taking steps to living a cleaner life!  Stacey is a lifestyle wellness mentor specializing in environmental aspects that impact our health. This includes the food we eat to decrease chronic illness all the way to chemicals in the home and how each aspect plays a roll in our well-being. Stacey also passionately works and advocates for Beautycounter: a company whose mission is to get safer products into the hands of everyone.  Connect with Stacey online!   *** Check out my friends at The New Primal for Whole30 approved sauces and meat sticks!  I love their "Return to the Table" mission (and their BBQ mustard & Classic Marinade!) You can use the code "emilynichols22" to save 15% off your order! *** Want to start creating your own Self Care routine?  Checkout my SELF CARE FREEBIE! Ready to start your Self Care journey and stop feeling so BLAH?!?!  I get it...that’s how I used to feel until I crafted my own Self Care routine.   Head over to my website to learn more and connect with me so you can get started with my proven 3 tier Self Care system to help you feel your best.  (you can also listen back to episode 31 to learn why I'm now offering this!) Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

This is the first of many LIVE Self Care Coaching Calls I'll be sharing with you to give you all a behind the scenes sneak peek of working with me as a Self Care client! My client today is Shelby...she already has some really great habits in place and it was wonderful to talk it out together.  We tweaked a couple of things that she is already doing (habit stacking) to help her start AND end her day with gratitude!   *** Checkout my SELF CARE FREEBIE! Ready to start your Self Care journey  and stop feeling so BLAH?!?!  I get it...that’s how I used to feel until I crafted my own Self Care routine.   Head over to my website to learn more and connect with me so you can get started with my proven 3 tier Self Care system to help you feel your best.  (you can also listen back to episode 31 to learn why I'm now offering this!) *** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

With the quarantine going on, I wanted to find a way to help other local female business owners so I decided to invite a few to com on the show today to share what FREE services they are offering right now and their very best SELF CARE TIPS.   The overarching theme was making sure to take care of your mental, emotional and physical health right now.  Also, showing kindness and love during such an uncertain time can go a long way.  I loved each of their perspective's and the resilience they are all showing!  So inspiring! Listen in and make sure to follow these ladies & check out their resources! Safina Duke Christine Haler Kristen Swart Hillary Hushower Brooke Lockett **** Checkout my SELF CARE CHECKLIST FREEBIE Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

I adore my guest and her story on this week's episode.  Jennifer Joffe is a Certified Holistic Health Coach who specializes in helping women, particularly obese women, redefine their relationships with food, while learning self-love and self-acceptance.  Jennifer and I have a conversation about how she stopped chasing skinny and started chasing healthy.  She decided to choose JOY over FEAR and that's when the magic happened.   **You have choices in your life too, friend.  Choose wisely.** After losing more than 100 pounds and completing a journey from compulsive over-eating and self-hate to self-love, Jennifer’s own story inspires women to understand that they do not have to be victims of their circumstances, but rather the architects of the lives they desire to live.  Jennifer is the founder of Project Healthy Body and Who Quits Healthy. She has been featured on The Today Show, and in Sheryl Sandberg's "Option B, Facing Adversity, Building Resilience, And Finding Joy." *** Book Recommendation: Tiny Habits: The Small Changes that Change Everything by BJ Fogg Did you hear?  I'm now offering SELF CARE COACHING!  Head over to my website to learn more and connect with me so you can get started with proven 3 tier Self Care system to help you feel your best.  (you can also listen back to episode 31 to learn why I'm now offering this!) *** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

I got to do something really cool this week for work--I had the opportunity to interview Glenn Close (the founder of our organization) & Kevin Love of the Cleveland Cavaliers and get their perspectives on self care!    My biggest takeaway from our conversation: connection is so important right now and there is a big difference between physical distancing and total social isolation. Connection is huge part of self care (and also part of my 3 tier coaching system!) & I'll share ways you can still stay connected even during the quarantine.   Kevin shared this article with us that I reference in the episode about the correlation between social isolation and poor health.   *** Did you hear?  I'm now offering SELF CARE COACHING!  Head over to my website to learn more and connect with me so you can get started with proven 3 tier Self Care system to help you feel your best.  (you can also listen back to episode 31 to learn why I'm now offering this!) *** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

I have a love/hate relationship with running, but find so much inspiration from fellow Indy podcaster, Lindsey Hein, and her show I'll Have Another.  I really look up to Lindsey and I was so excited to have her on the show!   Running provides so many great metaphors for life and we'll chat about this on our episode today.  Everything from running, to motherhood, being an entrepreneur and more.  You don't have to be a runner to be inspired by this conversation! My takeaways changed after we recorded this episode due to the Corona Virus and the quarantine we're experiencing so make sure you stick around till the end of the episode to hear my perspective.  Also, make sure to connect with Lindsey online to continue to be inspired to run your own race! **** Whole30 is launching a worldwide Whole30 starting April 13th to help find some control in the uncontrollable.  I'll be taking on Private Clients only (save $50 with the code SELFCARE) or your can enroll in my Whole30 Anytime Course for some virtual accountability from me. Also, in response to my audience's needs, I will be offering a 2 week Food Freedom Group as well starting April 13th.  We'll be going through the book Food Freedom Forever together and having daily discussions around self care, journaling, recipes and more.  You can sign up HERE.   **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

I have heard Melissa Urban say this phrase many times, and I think right now it applies more than ever: "Let good enough, be good enough." During this COVID-19 quarantine time, you don't have to strive for perfection--let good enough, be good enough.  I'll share a few ways you can do this via your self care routine, food freedom or Whole30 and in other areas of your life.  We're all in this together, friend. *** Did you hear?  I'm now offering SELF CARE COACHING!  Head over to my website to learn more and connect with me so you can get started with proven 3 tier Self Care system to help you feel your best.  (you can also listen back to episode 31 to learn why I'm now offering this!) *** Whole30 is doing a #Whole30atHome starting April 13th!  I will only be offering Private Coaching if you're interested, which means you must sign up by April 8th in order to allow me to help you prep!  You can sign up HERE and use the code SELFCARE for $50 off.  Not wanting to do a Whole30?  Sign up HERE to learn about my Food Freedom Group I'll be doing in April as well!   *** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Kristi Hujik is a coach through and through!  Kristi is a Whole30 Certified Coach in Winter Garden, Florida and can be found behind the scenes at Golf Channel as a Coordinating Producer of News, where she is affectionately known by many as “coach” and she also teaches a variety of group exercise classes. Whole30 has been a part of her life since being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in January of 2017. She believes in bringing together the four parts of life you can control - exercise, sleep, attitude, and nutrition.  Kristi shares her MS journey with us, tips on how to support someone with MS, and how self care & Whole30 has played a role in helping her maintain her health.  You can follow along with Kristi on Instagram to continue to be inspired & learn more about how she manages her MS. *** March is Multiple Sclerosis Month.  It is an unpredictable disease of the central nervous system that is tricky to diagnose.  There are approximately 1 million people living in the US with MS. **** Check out my friends at The New Primal for Whole30 approved sauces and meat sticks!  I love their "Return to the Table" mission (and their BBQ mustard & Classic Marinade!) You can use the code "emilynichols22" to save 15% off your order! **** Did you hear?  I'm now offering SELF CARE COACHING!  Head over to my website to learn more and connect with me so you can get started with proven 3 tier Self Care system to help you feel your best.  (Go back & listen back to episode 31 to learn why I'm now offering this!) **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Friends, I felt compelled to do a quick BONUS episode for you all reminding about the importance of self care right now during the corona virus quarantine. Schedules have changed, anxiety has set in and your kids are at home doing e-learning (God bless all the teachers!) It will be more important than ever to pour into yourself in order to be able to pour into others.   To help you do this, I've created this FREEBIE Self Care Checklist with my proven 3 tier coaching system to help you stay accountable and keep your self care routine simple.  I've also included BONUS self care tips to help you along the way. We're all in this together, friends.  Lots of love to you all.  *If I can be doing anything else to help serve you and provide some comfort--I'm here and will continue to keep putting out resources. xoxo, Emily **** Did you hear?  I'm now offering SELF CARE COACHING!  Head over to my website to learn more and connect with me so you can get started with proven 3 tier Self Care system to help you feel your best.  (you can also listen back to episode 31 to learn why I'm now offering this!) *** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

This show is called the Self Care Isn't Selfish Podcast, right?!?!  Well, on this quickie I'm sharing how self care does has limits and when it can be self serving meaning it's underlying intent is to be selfish or at the expense of others.  That is not true self care, friend. **** Did you hear?  I'm now offering SELF CARE COACHING!  Head over to my website to learn more and connect with me so you can get started with proven 3 tier Self Care system to help you feel your best.  (you can also listen back to episode 31 to learn why I'm now offering this!) **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Everyone has a story, but authentically sharing it can be hard.  that's where my guest, Bri Dimit, comes into play.  Bri Dimit is a Storytelling Musician and Speaker based out of Indianapolis, inspired by life experiences. She interviews individuals based on their experiences and shares those stories along with her own through her music. Taking a moment in time, a feeling, or struggle and shedding light on the strength and power in those moments is her mission. I loved our conversation about how she goes through the creative process of writing and producing a song to tell someone's story and really how music & creativity can be a form of self care. Our own stories and music really does connect us all. You can find Bri Dimit’s music on any streaming or downloading music platform (i.e. Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, etc.) and connect with her on Instagram! You can also see her speak live on Wednesday March 18th at Linking Indy Women!  I'll be there! **** Did you hear?  I'm now offering SELF CARE COACHING!  Head over to my website to learn more and connect with me so you can get started with proven 3 tier Self Care system to help you feel your best.  (you can also listen back to episode 31 to learn why I'm now offering this!) **** Check out my friends at The New Primal for Whole30 approved sauces and meat sticks!  I love their "Return to the Table" mission (and their BBQ mustard & Classic Marinade!) You can use the code "emilynichols22" to save 15% off your order! **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22@selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

No rest days, eating the foods that I know didn't make me feel my best (physically and mentally) and not connecting with others and positivity in my life.  I wasn't living my best life and was not keeping my self care routine simple. When looking back at my life over the past 18 months, I realized I was abusing my self care routine and taking it TO THE MAX to compensate for the stress and confusion I felt over my job. So...I left my job. I found a new one and then returned to my simple self care routine and stopped abusing my self care routine.   Over my years of coaching clients through Whole30, we start with food but then we dig into self care because it's inevitably part of their journey.  What I've found as I've coached clients is that they needed a simple and sustainable system of self care.  I keep hearing the same thing from you, my listeners, my followers on social media that even thinking about crafting their own self care routine was overwhelming.  (Because let's face it...life itself is overwhelming!) So...drumroll...I've decided to start offering SELF CARE COACHING!  I will take you through my 3 tier system that I had only offered to my Whole30 clients in the past and help you create a custom, simple and sustainable self care checklist.  We'll dig deeper and take your new self care checklist, to make it a routine, to then an engrained habit you don't even have to think about.  **** So check this out...I'm offering a FREE 20 MINUTE COACHING CALL FOR THE FIRST 10 PEOPLE WHO REACH OUT TO ME!  Just simply message me on Instagram or email me at [email protected] and tell me YOU'RE IN and I'll send you the details! **** After those 10 spots are gone, I'll be offering an introductory $25 30 minute Self Care Coaching Call moving forward (that's seriously like a few Starbucks coffees...your self care and well being is a higher priority.) **** So who's in?  Who is ready to take action and find your own version of self care together?   **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Being a caregiver for a loved one going through a serious illness (such as cancer) is a 24/7 job.  No breaks and lots of stressors--emotionally, physically, financially and on and on.  However, caregivers need to take care of themselves as well. My guest today is helping caregivers do just that.  Amanda Clark is the founder of The Cocktails & Chemo Foundation, an organization started in honor of her late husband Joe. Their mission is simple: Caring for Caregivers. But the issue is much more complex as she works to change the narrative to encourage caregivers to pursue self-care and an understanding that their struggle matters too. It’s a role Amanda knows too well as she cared for her husband and young daughter as Joe faced colon cancer. When Joe died in 2014, Amanda made it her mission to turn her grief into a rallying cry to care for those silently suffering beside the patient. Amanda shares how she was able to find small pockets of self care through her journey with Joe and how you can support those you know who are caring for their loved ones (and what NOT to do). **** You can support Cocktails & Chemo and come hang with me at their annual gala in Carmel, IN on March 7th.  You can get tickets here or you can see other ways to support Amanda's mission of caring for caregivers here. **** Don't forget to use the code "emilynichols22" at Nutpods for 15% for your first order!  It's my fav coffee creamer (dairy free, gluten free and Whole30 approved!) **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

We're just coming off of Valentine's Day so I thought this would be perfect timing to talk about SELF LOVE VS. SELF CARE. So what's the difference?  You can't fully get all of the benefits of your self care routine, if you don't love yourself.  I'm sharing a few traps that we all fall into (me included!) and how to overcome those to fully love yourself. **** *Don't forget!  Whole30 helped me find my own version of self care and I want to help you achieve that as well.  Through my EAT, MOVE, LOVE coaching philosophy I help my clients find their own version of self care starting with Whole30.  And because I love my podcast listeners, you can use the code, SELFLOVE, at checkout to receive a discount off any of my courses! **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily’s newsletter to receive even more Self Care inspo & exclusive content (promise not to spam) Connect with Emily:@emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Do you have a morning and evening routine? Or do you just fly by the seat of your pants?  That used to be me too, but once I figured out how these habits set me up for success, they eventually became routines that I crave in order to thrive. Today's guest is my friend and fellow Whole30 Certified Coach, Rachel Rivera.  Rachel lives in southern Connecticut with her husband & is currently coaching her clients through Whole30 while studying to become a Personal Trainer.   Rachel found the Whole30 while struggling with infertility, and she wanted to optimize her health naturally. She can relate especially to women struggling with infertility but would love to coach anyone on their journey to better health. Rachel's journey to health involved establishing an evening and morning routine and she shares some great tips on how to craft your own AM/PM routines and the importance of them! Habits like these are the ultimate form of self care! Check out the books Rachel recommended in the episode HERE and HERE.  And make sure to connect with Rachel on Instagram to follow along for even more amazing healthy living tips! **** Don't forget to use the code "emilynichols22" at Nutpods for 15% for your first order!  It's my fav coffee creamer (dairy free, gluten free and Whole30 approved!) **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Sign up for Emily's newsletter so you can be part of our community and receive exclusive content!  (promise not to spam--that's totally not cool!) Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Are you living in the past or anxious about the future?  I have done both, and it serves no purpose.  Living in the now is where it's at...that is self care, my friends.  On today's quickie tip episode, I'm sharing a few strategies for how you can live in the now.   **** *Don't forget!  Whole30 helped me find my own version of self care and I want to help you achieve that as well.  Through my EAT, MOVE, LOVE coaching philosophy I help my clients find their own version of self care starting with Whole30.  And because I love my podcast listeners, you can use the code, SELFLOVE, at checkout to receive a discount off any of my courses! **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

You better work! -Rupaul  I love clothes...gimme a fun jumpsuit or leopard print and I'm a happy girl!  However, I do love amazing leggings and sneakers too depending on the mood I'm in.  You can curate your style to reflect how you're feeling and this can actually be a form of self care.  But...if you're not feeling confident in yourself, that can reflect in the way you present yourself (perhaps negatively, and that's not what any of us want.) Today, my guest is Nicole Busch of Nicole Blair Wear.  Nicole is a Personal Brand & Style Expert and has worked with an Olympic Gold Medalist, Professional Athletes, CEO’s and was hand selected to study and work under Stacy London, of TLC’s “What Not to Wear.” (So cool!)  Nicole's clients are always amazed at the way elevating their look  has actually empowered them to meet their goals and set the bar higher than they ever imagined! To move in the direction, you want to go, you’ve got to dress the part! We discuss how you can match the outside to the inside and how to build confidence in yourself to work anything to reflect who you are (and some game changing style tips as well!)  Enjoy this conversation with Nicole, and make sure to follow along with her on Instagram to get even more style tips! **** Don't forget to use the code "emilynichols22" at Nutpods for 15% for your first order!  It's my fav coffee creamer (dairy free, gluten free and Whole30 approved!) **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

It's so easy to accumulate clutter in your home (especially if you have kids!) Tidying up should be easy, right? Wrong!  Sometimes it all piles up and then you're so overwhelmed you don't know where to start to clean everything up (nor do you have the time.) So you let the mess stay and that results in more stress. My guest today is Kate Hackl of the Every Home Organizer, based here in Indy. She has a passion for helping busy families create simplified systems for their homes. After battling postpartum depression, she found her therapy come in the form of organizing. Creating white space in every aspect of her life has helped curb the chaos and allowed for Kate to live a slower and more intentional life.   I loved this conversation (and felt compelled to get my home more organized!) Kate has some wonderful suggestions on how you can get rid of the clutter in your home and get rid of the clutter in your mind.  Connect with Kate on Instagram for even more amazing tips! **** Don't forget to use the code "emilynichols22" at Nutpods for 15% for your first order!  It's my fav coffee creamer (dairy free, gluten free and Whole30 approved!) **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Let's talk self care and spirituality.  Not necessarily religion, but being spiritual and how that can be incorporated into your self care routine.  Viewing aspects of your self care routine as spiritual can help you connect to yourself more for a sense of inner peace and faith that no matter what happens, it will be ok.  I'm sharing a few ways of what this can look like for you! **** *Don't forget!  Whole30 helped me find my own version of self care and I want to help you achieve that as well.  Through my EAT, MOVE, LOVE coaching philosophy I help my clients find their own version of self care starting with Whole30.  And because I love my podcast listeners, you can use the code, SELFLOVE, at checkout to receive a discount off any of my courses! **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Today we're talking to local chiropractor, Dr. Staci Blume about one of her many areas of expertise--the mind/body connection.  There is actually science behind this and we dig into this more in the episode and how that applies to self care and habits.  Dr. Staci Blume began her career as a chiropractor in 2008. Right out of school, she purchased her first practice and transformed a small, one-doctor office into an associate-driven practice over the course of 4 years!  During this time she also became a respected speaker, and presented “Neuroplasticity – Extraordinary Health Potential” at a TedX talk in 2015. More recently, she’s asked to speak on topics of stress,  children’s health, nutrition and CBD. No matter the topic – her message always builds off the premise that the brain and body are intricately connected, and when we care for both properly, we have the opportunity to lead an extraordinary life. She currently owns Life Refined Chiropractic in Noblesville along with her husband and chiropractor, Nate. She runs a women’s networking group, owns multiple small businesses and trains other business professionals. Staci is also the mother of two fabulous step-sons, Trent and Drake, and mom to the couple’s two-year-old daughter, Milah. You can connect with Staci here and enjoy the free tools she has created for her us! *** Don't forget to use the code "emilynichols22" at Nutpods for 15% for your first order!  It's my fav coffee creamer (dairy free, gluten free and Whole30 approved!) *** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Happy New Year!  It's now 2020...a brand new decade!  I'm sure you are probably setting new goals...but I know from personal experience of not hitting some goals, that you have to have some strategies in place!  In this self care quickie tip episode, I'm sharing how to first help you craft those goals then 3 strategies to help you achieve your goals!   *** If you weren't able to get into my #januarywhole30, no worries!  I offer my Whole30 Anytime Course & Private Coaching all year long!  Whole30 helped me find my own version of self care and I want to help you achieve that as well.  Through my EAT, MOVE, LOVE coaching philosophy I help my clients find their own version of self care starting with Whole30.  And because I love my podcast listeners, you can use the code, SELFLOVE, at checkout to receive a discount off any of my courses! *** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

I'm so excited because today I have my first male guest...my husband, Dustin Nichols!  I really wanted to get him on the show because he has an amazing transformation story.  From sleep deprived, unhealthy physically and mentally to qualifying for the Boston Marathon...I know you'll be inspired by his story and I hope you'll share this with a loved one in your life too who needs to hear the male perspective on the importance of your health.   Dustin's transformation began 2015 when we did our very first Whole30 together, and seriously friends...it changed our family's life.  Enjoy this episode! *** Don't forget to use the code "emilynichols22" at Nutpods for 15% for your first order!  It's my fav coffee creamer (dairy free, gluten free and Whole30 approved!) *** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.com Subscribe to Emily's newsletter so you can be the first to know when her next episode drops and when new courses will be available for you!EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Self Care is having it's own moment right now.  However, I also think it's getting a bad reputation and can be a bit overwhelming too.  In this Self Care Quickie Tip episode, I'm sharing 3 tips to lose the self care overwhelm and dial in to find your own personal version of self care. *** *Don't forget!  Whole30 helped me find my own version of self care and I want to help you achieve that as well.  Through my EAT, MOVE, LOVE coaching philosophy I help my clients find their own version of self care starting with Whole30.  And because I love my podcast listeners, you can use the code, SELFLOVE, at checkout to receive a discount off any of my courses! Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.com Sign up for the EAT, MOVE, LOVE newsletter to get exclusive content from Emily and be the first to know when she launches new courses and episodes of the show!EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

I am so very honored to have my friend and fellow Whole30 Certified Coach, Vicki Singer, on the show today.  She has such a unique perspective on self care that can be applied to anyone.  Vicki has cerebral palsy (as does my brother, which I share more about in the episode) and she shares how she chooses to focus on what she can control versus what she can't control.  Her #boringselfcare movement is so relatable, and we can all learn to appreciate what seems to be little or mundane as one of the highest forms of self care. About Vicki: She first found the Whole30 through a friend's recommendation, and never looked back. Vicki was featured on Whole30's blog in 2016 due to the success she had with the program in managing her cerebral palsy symptoms. Since that time, she's dedicated herself to making the Whole30 community more accessible and inclusive for those who have disabilities and deal with chronic pain, illnesses or autoimmune disorders. When she's not cooking or talking about food, you can find Vicki in her Crossfit gym or singing in her local ensembles with her husband.  Follow along with Vicki on Instagram!   *** Don't forget to use the code "emilynichols22" at Nutpods for 15% for your first order!  It's my fav coffee creamer (dairy free, gluten free and Whole30 approved!) *** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Do you ever feel just SO OVERWHELMED during the holidays?  I know I do!  So this year, I'm taking some intentional steps to make self care a priority.  I'm sharing 5 tips to help you have a less stressful holiday season in this self care quickie tip episode.  Enjoy!  (and happy, stress-free holidays to you!) *** *Don't forget!  Whole30 helped me find my own version of self care and I want to help you achieve that as well.  My next Whole30 Coaching Group starts January 1st!  Through my EAT, MOVE, LOVE coaching philosophy I help my clients find their own version of self care starting with Whole30.  And because I love my podcast listeners, you can use the code, SELFLOVE, at checkout to receive a discount off any of my courses! *** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

We're talking to licensed clinical psychologist & fellow Whole30 Certified Coach, Dr. Vickie Bhatia, about relationships and self care.  Dr. Bhatia will give us some strategies to advocate for our own version of self care and how to best communicate this need in our relationships.  Connect with Dr. Bhatia on Instagram and her website! *** Don't forget to use the code "emilynichols22" at Nutpods for 15% for your first order!  It's my fav coffee creamer (dairy free, gluten free and Whole30 approved!) Don't miss out on my exclusive January Whole30 Group! Whole30 helped me find my own version of self care and I want to help you achieve that as well.  Through my EAT, MOVE, LOVE coaching philosophy I help my clients find their own version of self care starting with Whole30.  And because I love my podcast listeners, you can use the code, SELFLOVE, at checkout to receive a discount off any of my courses! *** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

What does Food Freedom mean?  I share my personal definition of FF (hint: it includes cookies) and 3 strategies to help you maintain your Food Freedom through the holidays! *** LIMITED TIME: EARLY BIRD PRICING FOR MY JANUARY WHOLE30 GROUP!  Use the code EARLYBIRD at checkout!  Want to find your own version of self care and become the healthiest version of yourself?  This is where is starts.  My January Whole30 Group starts January 6th...don't miss out on my course, free online community and my app to help you through your Whole30. *code valid until 12.1.19 *** Want to dig a little deeper into what Food Freedom is?  Check out my favorite Whole30 Book, Food Freedom Forever. *** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

With the January Whole30 just around the corner, I wanted to share more about my own personal Whole30 story (including a few things I have never shared publicly about my own experience.)  Whole30 changed my life and helped me find my own version of SELF CARE and I know it can do the same for you.   **** Don't forget to use the code "emilynichols22" at Nutpods for 15% for your first order!  It's my fav coffee creamer (dairy free, gluten free and Whole30 approved!) **** Through my EAT, MOVE, LOVE coaching philosophy I help my clients find their own version of self care starting with Whole30.  And because I love my podcast listeners, you can use the code, SELFLOVE, at checkout to receive a discount off any of my courses! (my next group starts January 6th so sign up now!) Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Have you ever heard the phrase, "get comfortable with being uncomfortable?" I truly felt uncomfortable this weekend while running a half marathon and I'll be sharing how I got comfortable being uncomfortable and the growth that happened and goals achieved during this journey!  This is a great metaphor for life and I'll share in this quickie episode how you can get uncomfortable in other areas of your life in order to GROW! One way you can get uncomfortable is getting yourself to a LIVE event and meeting new people and finding COMMUNITY!  Jen Elliott and I are so excited to host our next live Love Yo'Self: The Self Care series event at SHE WOOD KNOW in Brownsburg on November 13th!  This quarter's event will be focused on how being CREATIVE can be part of your self care routine.  We'll be creating a clipboard to clip your own self care routine to, enjoy some refreshments and time with others!  Get your tickets HERE.   **** *Don't forget!  Whole30 helped me find my own version of self care and I want to help you achieve that as well.  Through my EAT, MOVE, LOVE coaching philosophy I help my clients find their own version of self care starting with Whole30.  And because I love my podcast listeners, you can use the code, SELFLOVE, at checkout to receive a discount off any of my courses! Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

I never would have thought I would be pairing Self Care and Finances together, but improving your finances and being intentional with your money is the highest form of self-care. My guest today is Online Financial Coach, Mandyy Thomas (she’s basically a personal trainer, but for your money.) By age 26 she had already saved $200k+, but her money mindset was that of scarcity and it deeply affected her health. Mandyy walks you through step by step, how to get ahead financially and end your money struggle (and become a healthier version of yourself in the process) In her coaching process, she guides her clients to gain clarity with their finances, make progress on achieving their goals and end their worries around money. Personal Finance Coaching:  http://mandyythomas.com/financialcoaching/ Instagram:  http://instagram.com/mandyythomas   ***** Don't forget to use the code "emilynichols22" at Nutpods for 15% for your first order!  It's my fav coffee creamer (dairy free, gluten free and Whole30 approved!) ***** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Rest is best.  Being a hot mess and exhausted all the time is not.  In today's episode, I'm sharing my best tips to help you make REST a priority in your self care routine. *Don't forget!  Whole30 helped me find my own version of self care and I want to help you achieve that as well.  Through my EAT, MOVE, LOVE coaching philosophy I help my clients find their own version of self care starting with Whole30.  And because I love my podcast listeners, you can use the code, SELFLOVE, at checkout to receive a discount off any of my courses! Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

This episode is all about HEALTH AS WEALTH with Eve Guzman.  Self Care is all about being healthy, right?  Well, Eve is the expert who will help inspire us to become the healthiest versions of ourselves and to learn to ask for what we want. *** Don't forget to use the code "emilynichols22" at Nutpods for 15% for your first order!  It's my fav coffee creamer (dairy free, gluten free and Whole30 approved!) *** Eve is an internationally-acclaimed nutritionist, business coach, public speaker, and PEOPLE Magazine 'Half Their Size' ambassador. She is the owner of the G-Transformation Academy which aims to help women ditch fad diets, lose weight, and eat real food without being restricted. Through her signature certification system, The Macro Mentorship Program, Eve also certifies personal trainers, nutritionists, and health coaches on macro based nutrition. She has personally lost more than 150 pounds through exercise and her macro nutrition philosophy, going from obese to a nationally qualified figure competitor. She inspires and educates women worldwide on ways to create sustainable healthy lifestyle changes to become their best selves. Eve’s mission is to see all women achieve real body goals by eating the foods they love for the rest of their life. Connect with Eve on Instagram and download her FREE Macro Guide she is so nice to be providing us! Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily:EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Surprise!  I dropped another BONUS Self Care quickie for you!  There is beauty in nature and getting outside is proven to be good for your health!  This episode with inspired by my short solo hike in Salt Lake City at the Whole30 Coach Summit this summer.  Melissa Urban (creator of the Whole30) shares so much about how her hikes are her "church" and I can totally see why now! Did you know being outdoors is scientifically proven to help your health?  I'm sharing more data on why you should get outdoors today and few suggestions on what you can do outside (and not all outdoor activities have to include moving your body!)  Let me know if you're going to start getting outside as part of your self care routine. **** *Don't forget!  Whole30 helped me find my own version of self care and I want to help you achieve that as well.  Through my EAT, MOVE, LOVE coaching philosophy I help my clients find their own version of self care starting with Whole30.  And because I love my podcast listeners, you can use the code, SELFLOVE, at checkout to receive a discount off any of my courses! **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

There are many seasons of life we go through where it is HARD.  One of the hardest times of my life was when my now 11 year old son, Dylan, had open heart surgery at 8 months old. Cortney Given knows this feeling too because her daughter, Zola, was born with a congenital heart defect as well.  Cortney has some amazing advice on how to find self care for yourself during the most difficult times of our lives, and how different that may look than other seasons of your life. *I want to be sensitive to this subject matter as I know everyone has some type of hard season they are going through.  I know self care is easier said than done during times like these, but I hope this episode gives you some inspiration to find small ways to take care of yourself and not feel guilty about it at all. ****** Don't forget to use the code "emilynichols22" at Nutpods for 15% for your first order!  It's my fav coffee creamer (dairy free, gluten free and Whole30 approved!) **** Connect with Cortney on Instagram and check out her Self Love Course!   **** CHD Resources: Heart Moms Mended Little Hearts Children's Heart Foundation Breastfeeding Children with CHDs **** Please subscribe, rate and review The Self Care Isn't Selfish podcast so others can connect with our content too!  Thank you so much for the love! Connect with Emily: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.comEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Surprise!  I snuck in a bonus Self Care Quickie Tip this week all on the power of saying NO.  Saying no can be a form of self care.  In a world where we are overscheduled and overstressed, the power of saying no can go a long way. In this episode, I'm sharing a couple of different ways to say no to help you build this new habit in order to help you have more confidence, energy and earn the respect of those around you. **** Didn't get a chance to work with me during my latest Whole30 Group?  No worries!  I am always taking on private clients or you can catch my Whole30 Anytime course.  I help my clients stop dieting, and starting finding their own version of self care starting with Whole30 and my EAT, MOVE, LOVE coaching philosophy.  And because I love my podcast listeners, when you become client you can use the code SELFLOVE for a discount on my coaching services.  So, let's go! Click HERE to learn more! **** Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and write a review for the show! And come hang out with me on Instagram @emilynichols22 and @selfcareisntselfishpodcastEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

I am talking to Ashley Homol today about being STRONG from the inside/out and how that can be part of self care for you.  (spoiler alert: lifting heavy doesn't make you bulky!) Her story is powerful and this episode will leave you feeling strong and confident to do hard things! ***** Don't forget to use the code "emilynichols22" at Nutpods for 15% for your first order!  It's my fav coffee creamer (dairy free, gluten free and Whole30 approved!) **** To learn more about Ashley and check out her eBooks go visit her website!  Register your teen daughter for the Armor Up Bully Workshop with Ashley!  Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and write a review for the show! And come hang out with me on Instagram @emilynichols22 and @selfcareisntselfishpodcastEARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

We're talking about the power of community and how that fits into your self care in this episode with guest Kait Baumgartner of the Indianapolis Moms Blog! I love the Indianapolis Moms Blog for their hilarious memes and the real, raw, vulnerable posts. Being part of this online community is a great way to connect with other women in similar seasons of life. Even if you aren't a mom, you'll get a lot out of my conversation with Kait! You can connect with Kait and the Indianapolis Moms Blog on Instagram and Facebook. Stay tuned for the end of the show when I share my 3 takeaways including one about the Royal Family! Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and write a review for the show! And come hang out with me on instagram @emilynichols22 and @selfcareisntselfishpodcast! I can't wait to chat with you there!EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

This self care quickie tip is all about ACCOUNTABILITY!  I'll share my 4 tips to help you be more accountable in order to meet your goals...whether it be self care, professional or personal goals...we all need to hold ourselves accountable.    My top 4 accountability tips: 1.) Be specific 2.) Find an accountability partner 3.) Time block (you can find what I use HERE.) EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

I'm so excited to bring on Jill Trimmel, owner of Juice, Love, Happiness, to talk about CBD oil and closing the gender wage gap! In this episode we cover why CBD oil may be right for you, what to look for (and avoid) when buying, and the initiative I Will Close the Gap! Don't forget to listen to the end for my 3 takeaways and how we can implement this information into our self care. Find Juice, Love, Happiness here and use code EMILY for 5% off your purchase. Go follow Juice, Love, Happiness and I Will Close the Gap on instagram too! Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to subscribe and write a review for the show! And come hang out with me on instagram @emilynichols22 or @selfcareisntselfishpodcast! I can't wait to chat with you there!EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Let's get a little "woo" together and talk mediation as a form of self care.   In this quickie episode, I'll share the health benefits of meditation and the benefits I have personally seen.  I'll also share ways that you can easily start meditating today (it's easier than you think and can be done anywhere!)   *Just a reminder, all of my self care quickie episodes are brought to you by my online Whole30 courses.  If you missed out on my last group (no worries!) I am always offering private coaching and my ongoing Whole30 Anytime course.  Leading my clients through my EAT, MOVE, LOVE coaching philosophy, into food freedom and finding their own version of self care starting with food is my passion!  I can't wait to see you inside the course!  Check out Headspace or Calm to help you get started with meditating. Or check out TMAC's 4 part mediation that I like to do after my workouts. Thanks for being here! If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend, subscribe, and review the show. I so appreciate your support in getting this message out there! Connect with me on Instagram or my website: @emilynichols22 @selfcareisntselfishpodcast www.emily-nichols.com Join the Self Care Isn't Selfish Pod Squad on Facebook to continue the conversation and be part of an empowering community!EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

Today we have professional chef and the meal prep coach, Kat Marris, on the show! Kat makes meal prep so easy! There is so much beauty in being prepared with your food but it's easy to fall in and out of the routine. Today on the show, Kat shares strategies to get started and how to create a habit out of meal prep. Check out Kat's favorite gadgets here and the Meal Prep Coach! Thanks for all your love and support as we've launched the podcast! Come hang out with me on Instagram @emilynichols22 or @selfcareisntselfishpodcast and find Kat @KatMarris! If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend, subscribe, and review the show. My goal is to get this into as many hands as possible so we can all believe that self care isn't selfish! Talk to you soon! Join the Self Care Isn't Selfish Pod Squad on Facebook to continue the conversation and be part of an empowering community!EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!

When you're focused on being grateful - it's hard to feel mad, sad, or negative! In this quick tip episode, we're talking about a gratitude practice that will transform your attitude and do wonders to your personal development. This episode is sponsored by my Whole30 courses! You can find my anytime course and my upcoming Sept Whole30 group HERE. If food freedom is what you're after, I'd love to support you through these courses! Find the 5 Minute Journal HERE and let me know how starting and ending your day with it changes your mindset! Come hang out with me on Instagram @emilynichols22 or @selfcareisntselfishpodcast! Thanks for being here! If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend, subscribe, and review the show. My goal is to get this into as many hands as possible so we can all believe that self care isn't selfish! Talk to you soon! Join the Self Care Isn't Selfish Pod Squad on Facebook to continue the conversation and be part of an empowering community!EARLY BLACK FRIDAY SALE UNTIL 11/25!Now through November 25th, get a 30 free trial inside of the TRAINING FOR LIFE app vs. a 7 day trial!  Use the code 30DAYS at checkout!AND get my 12 week signature program, THRIVE, for only $97 with the code THRIVESALE!