Welcome to Alive and Well, the podcast for the new era of high achievers.

You're done burning out, and you're ready to lead, work, and live in a rhythm that honors

both your brilliance and your body. I'm your host, Michelle Grocer. I'm a trial attorney turned nervous system strategist,

and I've lived the burnout story. I know what it's like to chase your goals at the expense of

your well-being. And I also know it doesn't have to be that way. Here, we're redefining success. It's where productivity feels peaceful,

boundaries feel like freedom, and energy comes from within. Each week, I'll share practical

tools for nervous system regulation, time mastery, and somatic strategies so you can show up with clarity,

calm, and confidence in every part of your life. Because you, my friend, were given a spirit

of power, love, and a sound mind. So here's to life and living it fully.

This is the path to feeling alive and well.

Let's dive in.

Hey guys, it's Michelle.

If you're here, if you listen to the show, you're probably the kind of woman who gets things done.

You're probably the one that people count on, the one who's

admired for her drive and her resilience. But maybe like me, maybe sometimes on the inside,

no matter how much you do, it just still feels like it's not quite enough. If so, today's

episode is for you because here's what I know about people like you and me, especially

those of us who are also raising kids.

We don't burn out because we're weak.

We burn out because our identity gets so wrapped up around achievement and slowing down

feels unsafe.

And we burn out because we're so terrified of disappointing

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