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  • 183. The Invisible Habits Draining Your Energy

    14:27||Ep. 183
    You’re doing the “right” things—sleep, movement, nutrition—So why does your energy still disappear?In this episode, I break down the invisible habits quietly draining your energy every day.Not big life mistakes.Not lack of discipline.But mental patterns like open loops, decision fatigue, and thinking styles that exhaust your nervous system before noon.You’ll start to see why rest alone doesn’t fix fatigue.Listen now to identify your biggest Energy Escapes—and reclaim calm, focused energy you can actually sustain.Email me your insights and questions to sheri@thevireolife.comThis podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants to have it all. Wellness. Energy. For a life you love.

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  • 182. Why Habits Are a Nervous System Problem

    34:01||Ep. 182
    Ever notice how you know what to do to build more energy…But still can’t stick with it?It’s not a discipline problem.And it’s not a motivation problem.Habit change lives in your nervous system—not your willpower.In this episode, I’m joined by therapist Sally Marciel, founder of The Hope Preserve, to unpack why pressure backfires, why all-or-nothing habits collapse, and how your body may be blocking change in an effort to keep you safe.You’ll discover how to stop fighting yourself and start building habits that feel supportive, sustainable, and actually doable—even in a full, high-pressure life.Listen now to learn how to work with your nervous system so your habits finally stick—without burnout or self-pressure.To reach Sally Marciel and her team at The Hope Preserve, call 615.709.2341For questions, reach out to me at sheri@thevireolife.comThis podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants to have it all. Wellness. Energy. For a life you love.
  • 181. Your Goals Aren't Too Big. They're Just Draining You.

    12:29||Ep. 181
    Your goals aren’t the problem.They are just designed in a way that is draining your energy.After speaking to CEOs and executive directors last week, one thing was clear:Big goals weren’t burning people out — how they were pursuing them was.In this episode, you'll learn:A life-changing filter to evaluate any goal or commitmentA simple shift from Return on Investment to Return on EnergyThe practical planning tool that turns the year from overwhelming to excitingThis is about about getting the results you want, without the exhaustion.Listen now and learn how to set goals that fuel you — not drain you — for the rest of the year.For the free planning tool I mention, reach out to me at sheri@thevireolife.comThis podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants to have it all: Wellness. Energy. For a life you truly love.
  • 180. These 4 Nutrients Keep Your Immune System Ready

    15:35||Ep. 180
    Immune health isn’t built from a bottle.It’s built at your meals.While supplements get the spotlight, it is food that does the real work.In this episode, you'll uncover the busy-lifestyle-friendly foods high in the four key immune nutrients:Vitamin DVitamin CVitamin AZincAll with a food-first approach.If you want to:Stay well through winterSupport immunity without extremesProtect your energy as a busy professionalThis episode gives you the essentials.Listen to learn:What parts of your immune system nutrients strengthenWhen supplements help — and when food is enoughFast meal ideas you can use immediatelyListen now and share with someone who wants simple winter nutrition.For the quick reference list I promised, reach out to me at sheri@thevireolife.com and type "Best Immune Foods"For the recipe video I mentioned, head here.This podcast is for you: a busy professional who wants to have it all: Energy. Wellness. For a life you love!
  • 179. 7 Must-Know Habits to Beat Colds Before They Start

    12:02||Ep. 179
    You don’t get sick in winter because it’s cold.You get sick because your energy and immune defenses are depleted.Most "how to stay well" advice focuses on supplements as the superstar.But the strongest immune protectors are behavioral and biological.Listen and learn:Why winter actually creates higher illness riskHow sleep loss, stress, and low sunlight weaken immunityWhy simple precautions still matterHow exercise can help — or hurt — immune functionIf you want to:Avoid the fatigue → illness → deeper fatigue cycleStay clear-headed and energized through winterProtect your immune system without overhauling your lifeThis episode gives you a smarter framework.Listen now — and subscribe for Part 2 on immune nutrients and foods.Questions? Email me at sheri@thevireolife.comThis podcast is for you. The busy professional (who doesn't have time to get sick!). You want extraordinary energy and wellness so you can have it all.
  • 178. Stop Chasing "Should" Goals - Choose Your Year, Your Way

    08:19||Ep. 178
    Still have the same New Year's Resolution you've had for 5 years?Or you've set a goal someone on social media said you should have?In this short episode, I share a moment that stopped me mid-goal review—and a coaching conversation where a client realized his “right” workout no longer fit his life.Same values.Different season.Different path.You’ll see how choosing goals that actually fit your current season can:Lower stressFree up time and energyIncrease follow-throughMake your goals feel exciting againBecause goals only work when they belong to you.Listen now—and ask yourself one powerful question: What would choosing my year, my way look like right now?Real Wellness is for you: the busy professional who wants to have it all. Energy. Wellness. For a life you love.Reach out with your questions to sheri@thevireolife.com
  • 177. What High Performers Listened to Most This Year

    09:21||Ep. 177
    What did high performers listen to most - and use!?!This is your shortcut to the most impactful high energy insights of year.In this year-end recap, I’m breaking down the most popular episodes across:Beating burnoutFitnessStress managementEnergy boostingIntuitive EatingNutritionMaking habits stickThese rose to the top for one reason:They helped people feel better and perform better.For each episode, you’ll get:Why listeners loved itThe one big takeaway to listen forWays to use the insights in your own lifeMissed one? Start there.Loved one? Revisit it with fresh perspective.Listen through and pick one episode to queue up next.Share this with a high performer who wants more energy—without extremes.Just like the high performers who reached out about these episodes, I invite you to do the same.sheri@thevireolife.comThis podcast is for you. The busy professional who wants to have it all. Energy. Wellness. For a life you love.