Words of Wellness with Shelly
Do you get confused by all of the information that is available regarding ways to improve your health and wellness? Do you often become frustrated or overwhelmed with decisions on how to be your healthiest? We all know and understand how important our health and wellness is to the vitality of our lives, however navigating the wealth of health and wellness information available can often feel overwhelming. Understanding the significance of our well-being in leading fulfilling lives is crucial, yet determining what steps to take that are essential for our health can often be confusing. Welcome everyone to "Words of Wellness"! In this podcast, hosted by Shelly Jefferis, M.A., a seasoned health and wellness professional with over 35 years in the industry, all of your questions will be answered and clarity will be provided through personal stories, education, tips and inspiration. Throughout her profession, Shelly has always had the heart and desire to help others feel their best and live their best lives through her supportive and compassionate approach. Through engaging solo and guest episodes, several topics will be addressed, questions will be answered and clarity will be provided in an effort to lead you to a healthier, more energetic life. With a master’s degree in kinesiology, extensive experience as an educator, speaker, coach, and entrepreneur, Shelly brings a wealth of knowledge and a genuine passion for empowering others to feel their best. By featuring industry experts and relatable individuals, the podcast promises personal stories, practical advice, and inspiration. She is excited to come to you weekly sharing all she has experienced, learned and discovered through the years. Whether you're seeking to elevate your well-being, gain practical insights for personal health, or simply be inspired to live a high quality vibrant life, this is the podcast is for YOU! Be sure to tune in weekly and join us along our "Words of Wellness" journey and embark on a path toward a healthier and more fulfilling quality of life full of happiness, energy and joy!
Episodes
One “bad” choice shouldn’t get to hijack your whole week. We’re talking about longevity in a way that feels doable, not overwhelming, by finishing our list of 10 daily habits that can add life to your years. If you’ve ever felt buried under wellness noise, conflicting nutrition advice, or pressure to do everything perfectly, this is your reminder that simple habits done consistently win...
A brain tumor with no warning signs sounds impossible until you hear Andrea’s story. She chose a preventive full-body MRI to prioritize her health, and it found a tumor in her right temporal lobe while she felt completely normal. That single decision set off a chain of choices about surgery, monitoring, nutrition, and lifestyle that reshaped how she approaches early detection and wellness.
We get ...
You can read a hundred wellness tips and still feel stuck, tired, and unsure where to start. We wanted to cut through the noise and get practical, so we’re sharing five daily habits that support longevity and a better quality of life, especially if you’re juggling work, family, and a full schedule. Think of this as a grounded reset: simple actions that add up, not a perfection plan you’ll abandon i...
College move-in isn’t just a logistical weekend, it’s an emotional mile marker. Shelly shares a real, boots-on-the-ground reflection from taking her youngest, Brayden, back to school, and the one piece of guidance she keeps coming back to: you know your child best, and you know your “mama heart,” so trust your gut. When the flights are expensive and your student is a junior, it’s easy t...
People don’t usually ignore health because they don’t care. They ignore it because life is busy, the advice is confusing, and it feels easier to deal with problems later. But “later” often shows up as symptoms, a scary lab report, or a diagnosis that forces change. In this episode of Shelly's Shares, she wants to flip that script by focusing on prevention and the small daily habits that actua...
A late-night voicemail, zero symptoms, and a preventive full-body MRI that changed everything. We sit down with oncology nutrition consultant Andrea Schaffer, who shares the moment she learned she had a mass in the right temporal lobe of her brain, how she navigated world-class surgery, and why she decided to focus on a metabolic approach to cancer rather than chemo or radiation. Her story is startling, hopeful, and...
The hardest part of college drop-off isn’t always the packing lists or the dorm setup. Sometimes it’s the moment you turn the car around, back out of a parking spot, and realize life just changed. Shelly shares a story she still feels in her chest, including the goodbye to her daughter and the long, tear-filled drive home that followed.
Shelly talks about what empty nest syndrome can really look l...
Diet culture is loud, persuasive, and really good at making you feel like you’re the problem. But what if the problem is the promise of the quick fix, not your willpower? Shelly sits down with master mindset coach Andrea Maxim for a deeper, more honest look at why diets don’t work long term, why “success” can trigger self-sabotage, and how stress and subconscious beliefs can quietly run the s...
Most people chase longevity through big, flashy answers like supplements, biohacks, or the “best” diet, then wonder why they still feel stuck. We go in the opposite direction and look at the quiet, everyday patterns that can speed up aging and drain your energy without you even noticing. The goal is simple: build awareness so you can make small, healthy choices that add up over time.
Shelly contin...
The fastest way to change your health might be the part nobody taught you to train: your mind. Shelly sits down with Dr. Andrea Maxim, a naturopathic doctor and mindset coach, to get honest about why diet culture keeps pulling women back into the same loop: go all in, fall off once, then decide you’ve failed. We’re not doing shame or perfection today. We’re looking at what actually drives behavior ...
Muscle isn’t just something you “have” or “don’t have.” It’s something you build, protect, and cash in on later, and as Shelly shares, think of it like a savings account for your future self. If you’ve been drowning in wellness advice or stuck on the scale, this conversation brings you back to what matters: strength that supports the life you want to live.
A supplement brand can look the same on your shelf while everything behind the scenes changes overnight. That’s the uncomfortable reality we’re talking through today, sparked by real-time news that Thorne has been acquired by Procter & Gamble and the questions that immediately follow: Can you still trust the formulation? What happens to ingredient sourcing? Does “clean” still mean what yo...
The loudest nutrition advice usually pushes extremes, but longevity is built on calmer, repeatable choices. In this episode, Shelly continues her longevity series with a practical conversation about nutrition for a longer, healthier life. We move away from “calories in, calories out” and toward a better daily prompt: How can I nourish myself today and my future self with this meal? When you make decision...
Turning 60 can sound like a “big number” until you live a weekend that changes what aging means. After traveling to Lake Tahoe for a friend’s 60th birthday, Shelly came home feeling clear on one thing: wellness is not only built in the gym or the kitchen. It is built in laughter, long conversations, and the kind of friendships that make you feel more alive when you leave than when you arrived. ...
Longevity gets thrown around like it’s a secret club, but it’s not. It’s not reserved for elite athletes, scientists, or people with expensive supplements and gadgets. Longevity comes down to something far more practical and motivating: waking up with energy, doing the things you love, and staying independent for as many years as possible.
Shelly is kicking off a longevity series by defining...
Wellness advice is everywhere, yet so many of us still feel stuck, tired, and unsure what to do next. Shelly sits down with author, speaker, and wellness veteran Jennell Cook to talk about a calmer, more personal way forward, one that starts with hope and ends with practical next steps.
Jennell shares the story that launched her 40 plus years in holistic wellness: watching her mom struggle with chronic illnes...
Longevity is not an abstract idea or a distant goal. It shows up when you carry your groceries without strain, climb the stairs without bargaining with yourself, and get up off the floor with calm confidence. Shelly shares how she wants the freedom to decide what she does as she ages, including whether she travels, not to have that decision made for her by low strength, low energy, or declining health.
We bre...
Your cholesterol numbers can be “fine for years” until one day they’re not, and that uncertainty messes with your confidence. We get real about what it looks like to advocate for yourself early, stay consistent with physicals and blood work, and use preventive screening to understand your heart health before symptoms show up.
We share a personal story behind getting a coronary calcium scan, ...
Fireworks used to mean block parties, kids in the street, and a house full of noise. This year, Shelly felt something she didn’t expect: she was genuinely okay staying in and watching the show on TV, and that tiny moment opened up a bigger conversation about the empty nest season.
In this “Shelly Shares” reflection, it is for every parent who feels the ache of kids growing up and livin...
Your brain isn’t the problem, the plan is. Shelly sits down with Caitlyn Costa, a personal trainer, group fitness instructor, and mom of four, to talk about what wellness looks like when you’re living with ADHD, managing a packed family schedule, and trying to stay grounded in a world that never stops talking.
Caitlyn shares how she’s known about her ADHD since her teens, what it felt ...
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