Real Wellness

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.

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

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.

Starting healthy habits - but worried you won't stick with them?It's probably not willpower.It might be how you work with your brain.In this episode, I talk with ADHD coach Ron Souers on why traditional habit advice fails neurodivergent brains — and what actually works instead.You’ll discover how sensitivity, perfectionism, and boredom sabotage habits… and how small shifts like gamification, self-compassion, and purpose-driven systems create real follow-through.Listen now to stop blaming your brain — and start building habits that finally work with it.Want to get in touch with Ron?Find him at his podcast "Don't Mind Me - I just have ADHD" and at "YourADHDGuy.com"Questions?Reach out to me at sheri@thevireolife.comThis podcast is for you - the busy professional who wants to have it all. Energy. Wellness. And a life you love!

What if the way you review your year is actually setting you up for burnout next year?Most high performers look at results, revenue, and completed goals—but miss the impact on energy that made those results not sustainable.In this episode, you'll hear the five year-end filters I use with leaders to identify:What actually fueled successWhat drained energy without delivering real ROIWhat’s creating burnout risk—before it becomes a problemThis isn’t about achieving less.It’s about reaching more, but smarter.If you want next year to feel:More focusedMore energizedMore sustainable... These five filters will help you see patterns and priorities in your life, so you can keep them or level them up.Listen now and use these five filters to review your year—so you don’t repeat the same burnout patterns next year.Press play and start designing a calmer, more energized year ahead.

Want to feel energized, clear-headed, and healthy during the holidays—not just after them?In this episode, you’ll learn the exact vegetables and herbs that make your holiday plate taste incredible while secretly protecting your brain and stress levels.Most holiday foods leave you tired, foggy, and riding the blood-sugar roller coaster. But a few seasonal ingredients do the opposite: they stabilize your mood, support your microbiome, sharpen your focus, and give you steady, calm energy.Imagine walking into celebrations feeling sharp, vibrant, and balanced… while at the same time bringing simple elevated dishes everyone loves.Listen now to learn:The vegetable that acts like “brain armor” during stress-heavy holidaysThe root that boosts calm, steady energy and supports serotoninThe herb that instantly enhances focus (even through marathon conversations)Hit play—and feel your best this holiday season.For the bonus resources I mention, head here.Want the 21 Fast Food Fixes? Email me at sheri@thevireolife.com

Love your hot coffee, tea, or winter cocoa for a cozy energy lift?There’s one simple thing most people overlook that can protect your throat and boost long-term wellness: the temperature of your drink.New research shows that regularly drinking liquids that are “very hot” — even just 10–15 degrees hotter than you realize — can irritate the delicate lining of your mouth and esophagus.And some studies show an increase risk of cancer of 90%.But the good news? It's easy to eliminate this increased risk - and you don’t need a thermometer to do it.In this episode, you’ll hear ...A simple at-home temperature experiment I did for you. It makes estimating the temp of your tea super easy.What scientists have discovered about 140°F vs. 150°F drinksHow to use visual cues to tell when your beverage is in the “comfortably hot” zone.Listen now and learn how to enjoy your winter drinks with cozy confidence.Reach out with questions to sheri@thevireolife.com

Holiday parties shouldn't come with a side of guilt. Yet between relatives policing your plate and well-meaning friends pushing "just one more bite," enjoying seasonal food feels like navigating a minefield.What if you could show up to every holiday gathering with confidence—enjoying the foods you love, handling awkward food comments with grace, and maintaining your energy levels throughout the busiest season of the year? This episode gives you the science-backed framework to do exactly that.You'll discover the three-part system successful professionals use to navigate holiday eating:The Intuitive Eating approach to parties (so you can enjoy special foods without regret)Exact scripts to handle food pushers and food police (protecting your boundaries without awkwardness)The between-parties eating strategy that keeps your energy high and your body feeling greatNo restrictive rules. No January regrets. Just a practical, time-efficient approach that lets you fully participate in the season while keeping your energy up.This is a re-release of one of our most popular episodes—because this straightforward strategy works year after year. Listen now so you can walk into your next holiday event with a clear plan and zero food stress.This podcast is for you: the busy professional who wants to have it all. Energy and wellness for a life you love!Reach out with your questions to sheri@thevireolife.com

Think the holidays mean pressing pause on fitness? Think again.The truth is, the holidays are actually the PERFECT time to move—not in spite of the chaos, but because of it.Movement isn't just about burning calories. It is your secret weapon for stress relief when your schedule is packed and your to-do list is endless.In this 10-minute episode, you'll find 8 creative, sneaky ways to build fitness into your holiday plans without adding a single gym session to your calendar.We're talking stairs at the mall, walk-and-talk catch-ups with family, and turning holiday traditions into active memories that actually feel fun.You'll discover:Why shifting your mindset around holiday fitness changes everythingSimple ways to sneak movement into moments you're already living (phone calls, shopping, family time)How to create active holiday memories—from golf driving ranges to family dance partiesGift ideas that get you moving (from charity runs to rock climbing gyms)Why ditching the "all or nothing" approach is the key to feeling energized all season longReady to make this your most active—and stress-free—holiday season yet? Press play now.Here's the Bonus Ab Workout You Can Do Anywhere resource.This podcast is for you: the busy professional who wants to have it all. Energy and Wellness to live successful in business and life.Reach out to sheri@thevireolife.com