Healthy AF

Healthy AF

Trying to get healthy and stay healthy is f-ing hard! Everybody struggles with some aspect of it, no matter what they look like or what they tell you. There is no magic formula - a healthy lifestyle is a choice we need to make daily. This podcast is here to support, inform and entertain you on your journey toward health. From Amy: I started my professional life in 1995 as a Registered Nurse with an Associate’s degree in Nursing. I loved my time at the bedside taking care of, educating, providing dignity, and comforting patients and their families. In 1999, I graduated Summa Cum Laude with my bachelor’s degree from the University of Rochester (NY), and in 2002 finished my Master of Science in Nursing degree, becoming a Critical Care Nurse Practitioner. Later that year I was honored to pass my board exam and be a national board-certified Adult, Acute Care, Critical Care Advanced Practice Nurse.Meanwhile, in my personal life, I became a mom in March of 2001 (Maggie), October of 2002 (Max)...

Episodes

June 30, 2025 17 mins
Losing yourself in the shifting sands of summer schedules? Amy invites you to focus on your normal daily connections and how missing them can leave you feeling irritable, cranky, and icky! These small, consistent connections are a bigger part of who you are that you might think! Take a listen and create a visual of the people in your life you may miss in this summer season and think of how you can maintain connection with them!  

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Ever planned a trip or an event that didn't quite work out the way you expected? Yup, me too. Here's a couple examples from Amy's family beach trip and alllll the big ideas she had that didn't yield the results she had in mind. How is the ability to be FLEXIBLE part of the self-care of summer? When should we not be flexible but instead be fixed? Listen in to survive and THRIVE in the fun times of summer!   Trying to get healthy and...
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In this very IRL (in real life) episode, Amy shares the vacation that went awry and how she used solitary time in a very real way. Is solitary time ok in times of trouble? YES!! In fact, our self-care is what brings joy and gratitude in troubled times! Listen in and hear how it looks in real life!   Trying to get healthy and stay healthy is f-ing hard! Everybody struggles with some aspect of it, no matter what they look like or w...
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Yay Summer! Children are home from school (or college!). Your out-of-town family is visiting. You’re in a hotel room with your spouse for two weeks. What you might not realize, amidst all the preparations for fun times, is the cost of all that togetherness: solitude. And without this simple (sounding) part of self-care, you could completely miss out on the whole reason you gather everyone together in the first place.   Don't worry!...
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June 2, 2025 15 mins
I get asked all the time if I am a life coach or a health coach. My answer: YES. If you are looking for results in your health, consult the beliefs you have about your life. They go together. Listen in to hear how we typically try to change our lifestyle behaviors, why that rarely makes lasting results, and the type of "life" work that creates sustainable, easy, joyful healthy results! 

 

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We might think "good" change is supposed to feel good. Bahahahaha! Have you ever tried to make a decision, particularly one that is something just for fun, nourishment, or self-development only to be stopped by guilt, comfort, or settling for something else - something more responsible or practical? How can you decide when to live a little and when to buckle down and grind? Here's a conversation straight out of a group coaching ses...
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This episode come straight from a real life! Can you relate to losing motivation, feeling bored, and missing out on results you want? YES! Me too!! Listen in to hear the coaching questions I ask to help my clients decide how to decide what is need to "get their heads right again" and stop just "checking it off the list". I mention a newsletter from my complete badass buddy, Meryl, of Wicked Iron Strength. Find her on her webpage, a...
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How do we let go of stuff we know is not working for us? How do we manage obsessively thinking about those things? Stuck in shame about what you did? Stalking your ex on IG? Pining over the sweets you are trying to give up? Hyper-focused on the co-worker that drives you crazy?? Listen in for one of my go-to tools in coaching people. PICK SOMETHING UP.  Stop wasting your time trying to force your mind to let go. Shift your view and ...
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April 28, 2025 15 mins
Do you have some past choices or struggles that YOU DO NOT WANT? Maybe you are a little ashamed? Defeated? Rather totally deny those unpleasant parts of you exist? Here's a quick and easy tool for embracing all parts of ourselves, even those we might prefer to hide away. With a focus on the transformative power of gratitude, learn my process of acknowledging past experiences, limiting beliefs, and character defects as integral part...
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There seems to be a pervasive feeling of uncertainty - intensified in the wake of recent political and social changes. There’s so much to say. I get it. Me, too. It feels bad. I’m worried. What’s next? Am I safe? Are others safe? Although the uncertainty of our nation is upfront, we deal with uncertainty every day - and we don’t always deal with it well. Here you’ll hear reflections and reactions observed in my work sessions and my...

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How can you maintain a grounded sense of self amid the ever-changing and often chaotic environment of the United States? With stress levels possibly higher than many realize, Amy discusses the importance of acknowledging the discomfort that comes with change, whether you're feeling elated, distraught, angry, or simply distracted. She offers strategies for slowing down, looking inward, and reconnecting with what you know is right fo...

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In this empowering episode of Healthy AF, we dive deep into the journey of trusting your inner voice amidst a sea of external opinions. Who do you find yourself listening to? Whose unsolicited advice do you receive? Explore the crucial questions of discerning which voices to heed and which to disregard, how to trust gut instincts and follow your heart. This episode is a roadmap from self-doubt to self-love and trust, offering pract...
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In this powerful episode of Healthy AF, Amy is joined by Tracey Fuchs, the passionate force behind the nonprofit Little Voices of Truth. Tracey, with her extensive background in supporting community resilience, shares her journey and the mission of her organization. Together, Amy and Tracey delve into the critical topics of trauma, healing, and the profound value of being heard. They discuss the barriers to reporting abuse, the dir...

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In this deeply moving episode of Healthy AF, Amy delves into the transformative power of grace as a protective barrier against the hurtful untruths stemming from old, past experiences and fears. She discusses how grace not only shields us from these painful memories but also creates a nurturing space for acceptance and forward growth. Amy shares her insights on how embracing grace allows us to acknowledge where we are in our journe...

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In this thought-provoking episode of Healthy AF, Amy tackles the challenging topic of taking responsibility for our persistent complaints. What are those nagging issues that leave you feeling perplexed and stuck? Whether it's dissatisfaction with relationships, frustrations with personal belongings, or disappointment in personal achievements, Amy argues that these persistent complaints often highlight areas of our lives where we've...

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You may have never done the CrossFit Open or know much about it - but as a scheduled opportunity for looking at yourself truthfully, taking risks, and being graceful, we can all learn from it! Amy poses thought-provoking questions to the listeners: Do you have a scheduled time in your life for truthful self-assessment? What areas of your life could benefit from a dose of honest reflection or the courage to try something new? Throug...

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Dive into the art and science of goal setting! Amy explores the delicate balance of creating appropriately sized goals - the kind that inspires yet slightly scares you, and the pitfalls of setting goals that are either too ambitious or too modest. Amy discusses the importance of detaching from our goals in a healthy way, emphasizing how an imbalance can lead to frustration or complacency. This episode is dedicated to mastering the ...

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In the second part of Amy's journey through her big bad week, this episode of Healthy AF delves into the transformative power of slowing down and confronting emotions head-on. Amy shares the profound impact of staring her emotions and stories dead in the face, and how infusing compassion transformed her self-care routine that not only fueled her continued productivity but also instilled a profound sense of grounded peace.. Discover...

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In this compelling two-part episode of Healthy AF, Amy gets personal as she shares the story of her big bad week. Life has a way of piling on challenges, sometimes feeling like death by a thousand paper cuts. But what happens when life gets too lifey? Where do we lose our power, and more importantly, how do we reclaim it to rise stronger for the next week? Amy explores the emotional rollercoaster of facing back-to-back setbacks and...

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If you find yourself constantly trying to solve your own problems like a Rubik's cube, or if you're paralyzed in areas of your life where you desperately want to see progress, you might just be in a WHY trap. Amy delves into the signs that indicate you're stuck in this cycle and offers insightful strategies to stop overanalyzing and start taking action. Beyond identifying the traps, Amy shares two essential tools necessary to eithe...

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