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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!
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Send a text Ever notice how a single hour with a friend can do more for your mood than an entire day of scrolling? We dig into the real engine of wellness—human connection—and why face-to-face time still beats any feed, app, or clever bot. As trust frays and AI speeds ahead, we share grounded ways to protect what matters most: eye contact, shared laughs, and the steady rhythm of showing up for each other. We start by sharing grim statistics about the lack of trust among individuals. The need...
Send a text Stress doesn’t disappear; it just shifts and evolves. We explore how your body reads both bad news and good milestones as stress, why the alarm feels the same, and how to guide yourself back to balance before burnout steals your focus, sleep, and joy. Drawing on decades in wellness and teaching, Shelly breaks down the physiology in plain language—sympathetic activation, adrenaline, cortisol—and maps the three stages of stress: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion. With that foundatio...
Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed by wellness advice that screams for more restriction and less joy? We sat down with registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator Lauren Dorman to reframe health as a whole-person journey grounded in vision, beliefs, and small, sustainable habits. Instead of chasing the scale or counting every bite, we dig into why small shifts can unlock better sleep, steadier energy, and real momentum. Lauren introduces her Nine to Nourished framework: a practical ...
Send us a text If health felt lighter, would you show up more often? We sit down with fitness pioneer Cathy Savage to reframe longevity as a joyful, no-extremes path you can live with today and still love a decade from now. Cathy helped redefine what success looks like in the gym; now she’s bringing that health-first mindset to food, movement, sleep, stress, and brain health so you can add life to your years. We talk about building a sustainable rhythm with Mediterranean-style eating, rhythm...
Send us a text Want more energy tomorrow and healthier years ahead? Start with the habit that powers everything else: sleep. Shelly guides us through a clear, compassionate roadmap for better rest—one that respects real life while delivering real results. We connect sleep to longevity, mood, focus, and cellular repair, then map simple steps you can apply tonight without overhauling your entire routine. Shelly breaks down what a calming evening looks like: dimming lights to cue melatonin, mov...
Send us a text Feeling stuck can look like busy calendars, tidy goals, and a quiet ache that whispers, life wants more from me. We sat down with Shauna, a women’s next chapter mentor and yoga instructor, to explore how real change happens when you stop living by “shoulds” and start listening to your body’s truth. Her story moves from a traumatic past to a grounded present, where compassion, clarity, and practice—not perfection—shape a life you actually want. We cover the difference between g...
Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed by fitness advice that tells you to push harder, go longer, and never miss a day? Let’s trade burnout for a smarter plan that actually works. We’re kicking off a four-part longevity series by unpacking the movement habits that help you age strong: sustainable cardio, essential strength training, and daily flexibility that keeps joints happy. We start by reframing cardio so it supports your life instead of draining it. The talk test becomes your guide to int...
Send us a text The path to pregnancy shouldn’t feel like decoding a secret language. We sit down with fertility awareness educator Emma Goff to make the science human, actionable, and calm. From the truth about the fertile window to how cervical mucus actually works, this conversation replaces calendar guessing with body literacy you can trust. We dig into why so many people feel “irregular” when their cycles are simply varied within a normal range, and how stress, adolescence, postpartum sh...
Send us a text The quiet after a goodbye can feel deafening. When kids head back to school, jobs, or new homes, many of us are left holding a swirl of emotions—love, pride, relief, and a deep ache that shows up in the stillness of their empty rooms. We open up the discussion, we walk through it together, and share tools that genuinely help. Shelly opens up about a decade of goodbyes and what those moments taught her about real self-care. She breaks down three practices that make a tangible d...
Send us a text Confused by wellness noise and quick fixes that never seem to stick? We bring on Shannon, a nurse practitioner and holistic health coach, to bridge the gap between rushed clinic visits and the real‑life support it takes to create lasting change. Together we unpack how to cut through misinformation, build consistency, and protect long‑term health with strength training, protein, and movement you actually enjoy. Shannon shares what she sees on the front lines: limited appointmen...
Send us a text We kick off the new year with season three of Words of Wellness!! Wow, time flies when you are having fun!!!! The conversation also begins with a clear call to trade fragile resolutions for grounded momentum, clarity, and daily renewal. We step into 2026 with practical tools for health and longevity, guided by a simple idea: choose one word that anchors your choices and keeps you moving with purpose. Drawing inspiration from the Year of the Horse—energy, courage, freedom, stren...
Send us a text Feeling pulled in every direction by the season and still trying to take care of your health? We’re sharing a practical wellness playbook you can use today to boost energy, protect your peace, and feel more like yourself—without rigid rules or complicated plans. We start with the mindset that anchors everything: your health, joy, and calm matter. From there, Shelly walks through simple daily shifts that pay off fast. You’ll learn why water before coffee can change your morning...
Send us a text Feeling foggy, run down, or stuck as the days get shorter? We invited Dr. Paul Arciero—renowned researcher in nutrition and exercise physiology—to map out a winter-ready wellness plan that’s simple, science-backed, and actually doable. We start by reframing “flu season” as a lifestyle season, then build a routine that protects energy, immunity, and cognition without extremes. We break down bookend nutrition: why a protein-forward breakfast within an hour of waking, paired with...
Send us a text Your DNA isn’t a verdict; it’s a starting point. We sit down with epigenetic human performance coach Susan Robbins to unpack how daily choices—when you eat, how you sleep, the way you train, even when you schedule hard conversations—reshape gene expression and ripple into longevity, mood, and metabolic health. Instead of chasing hacks, we walk through practical tools that translate biology into clear steps you can follow without counting macros or buying into trends. Susan bre...
Send us a text Want a simpler path through the wellness maze? Shelly opens up about two decades of testing “clean” products and shares the standouts that actually deliver: low-toxin skincare that feels good on your skin, safer scents that don’t hide mystery chemicals, and home essentials that make daily life easier without compromising your health. We also unpack the mindset behind better choices—clear standards, patient experimentation, and faith-grounded routines that keep you steady when m...
Send us a text What if the path out of overwhelm isn’t a 90-day overhaul but the smallest meaningful step you can repeat today? That simple pivot anchors a candid, energizing conversation with Lindsie Vizethann, a former ER nurse who now coaches women through PCOS with practical tools and real empathy. We trace her move from high-stress hospital shifts to building a gym community to guiding clients beyond symptom management, and we unpack the mindset shift that turns “start again Monday” into...
Send us a text Want a longer life that actually feels good? We dive into the four pillars of longevity—nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress management—and show how a deeper sense of purpose can make healthy habits stick. With clear examples and simple routines, we cut through the noise to help you choose what matters: stable energy, stronger muscles, better mood, and real recovery. First, we mention the importance of food, quality nutrition and then we move into movement, the importance of...
Send us a text What if balance isn’t a myth but a muscle you can build with small, faithful choices? We sit down with author and podcaster Vivian Cumins to unpack how a severe burnout became the unexpected path to restoration—and why perfectionism often hides in our most praised habits. From a childhood memory that seeded “never enough” to a life reoriented around faith, stewardship, and joy, Vivian shows how to step off the treadmill of constant striving without abandoning your ambition. We...
Send us a text A sudden goodbye can reset a life. Shelly opens up about the heartbreak of unexpectedly recently losing her beloved bonus dad and the hard truth that when health starts to change, even if there are mild challenges, our effort to see loved ones and spend time with them needs to be the priority. This is a conversation about presence over perfection—about carving out time for aging parents and elders, and finding gratitude that steadies you when the unexpected arrives. Shelly sha...
Send us a text In this brief special episode, Shelly sits down for a cozy Thanksgiving chat with her husband Brad, and their scene‑stealing pup, Charlie, to reflect on the kind of traditions that they share as a family with their three children; cooking together, laughing often, and always choosing to love one another in addition to liking each other. Together, they share openly and honestly what they are grateful for and it always comes back to family time. The message always comes back to g...
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