Chaos to Calm

In this episode, Karen debunks common misconceptions about metabolism, such as the hidden detriments of skipping meals, and problems associated with diet culture. Learn how to restore your body's natural rhythm through the three core elements of balanced eating, supportive movement, and nervous system regulation.    0:00 - Introduction: Why Old Methods Don't Work Anymore 0:58 - The Disconnection Problem 4:27 - How Diet Culture Disrupted Your Metabolism 8:54 - Why a Confused Body Doesn't Respond 10:03 - The 3 Core Elements to Restore Metabolic Rhythm 17:37 - Nervous System Regulation & Stress Resilience 23:12 - The 10-Day Metabolic Rhythm Reset   Get 10-Day Metabolic Rhythm Reset Here   Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen   Don't forget to leave a rating & review!  

In this episode, Karen welcomes habit change expert and wellness coach Katie Faloon-Drew, a best selling author and sought after speaker. Katie helps break down the barriers between intention and action. Through simple and practical steps, she gives advice on how to change your life goals from feeling challenging and unobtainable, into sustainable long-standing habits, one small step at a time.   03:39 – Why We Know What to Do But Don't Do It 09:17 – The "Name Your Brain" Technique 15:14 – How All-or-Nothing Thinking Sabotages Success 21:05 – The Thought-Feeling-Action Cycle 25:49 – Setting Goals That Actually Work 30:20 – Success Story: The Power of Tiny Steps   Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Connect with Katie: Contact Katie Katie's Website   Don't forget to leave a rating & review!  

In this episode, Karen relates her experiences coaching women in their midlives, as they feel worn down from many years of giving themselves up for others, while also learning to cope with hormonal and physical transformations. Karen also offers guidance beyond the immediate challenges, by posing the question:       "Where do you want to be in five years? In ten years?".  Whether you're facing these questions and challenges yourself, or you know someone who is, this episode offers practical and compassionate guidance to help you move forward with confidence.  Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction 04:24 – Reflection 09:44 – Feeling Lost 16:06 – Awakening 24:14 – Reclaiming Self 32:29 – Future Planning 36:57 – Support 37:18 – Closing Reflection Questions Outline.  What do I truly desire for myself in this next season of my life? What do I want the next year, the next five years, and the next ten years to look like? Are my current choices and lifestyle in alignment with what I truly desire? If I change nothing, will I achieve the life I want? Where am I ignoring my own needs or inner wisdom? In what areas of my life am I not feeling fulfilled (health, energy, joy, relationships, career)? What am I tolerating that drains my energy or joy? What fears come up when I imagine choosing myself or making changes? What support do I need to make change feel easier?   Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!  

In this episode, Karen shares five things that helped her feel less crazy in perimenopause! Discussing the importance of understanding hormones, supporting the nervous system, prioritizing rest, setting boundaries, and rekindling your excitement for self-care.   Chapters: Recognizing the Signs: Hormonal Changes — 3:30 Understanding and Supporting Your Body — 8:35 Nervous System & Emotional Regulation — 14:55 The Power of Rest & Setting Boundaries — 20:32 Reigniting Joy & New Experiences — 27:56 Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!

In this episode, Karen relates the story of how she navigated divorce, grief, and loss while managing perimenopause. She shares her deeply personal journey through heartbreak, physical injury, and emotional healing. This episode offers guidance for women feeling lost or disconnected, and provides practical strategies for reclaiming your self-worth, honoring your needs, and building resilience during life's most challenging moments.  Chapters: 00:57 – Introduction: Opening Up About a Difficult Journey 02:41 – The Perfect Storm: When Everything Falls Apart 09:44 – Learning to Honor Yourself First 15:06 – Creating Space for Healing 21:06 – Building Your Toolbox for Self-Care 25:37 – The Power of Strategy and Support 31:01 – Your Next Step: Join the Conversation Let's Talk Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!

In this episode, Karen shares her personal and professional insights on hormones, metabolism, and women's health during perimenopause and menopause. She explains common symptoms, debunks myths, and offers practical strategies for managing weight, energy, and well-being. This episode provides empowering advice and an action plan to help you feel your best during the transitional stage of menopause. Chapters: 06:57 – Hormones 101: Estrogen, Progesterone, Testosterone, Cortisol 20:12 – Gut, Liver, and Inflammation 26:41 – Stress, Weight Gain, and Metabolism 31:41 – Diet Myths: Keto, Fasting, and Calorie Counting 39:21 – Actionable Strategies for Hormone Health 45:47 – Client Stories, Final Tips & Invitation Midlife Metabolism Roadmap Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!  

In this episode, Karen welcomes Dr. Carrie Jones, a renowned expert in women's health and hormones, to break down the often confusing world of hormone testing. Dr. Jones shares her journey from her formative years and education to becoming a leader in hormone education herself, and explains why so many women struggle to get the answers they need about their health.   Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction & Dr. Carrie Jones' Journey 03:47 – Understanding Hormone Testing: Blood, Saliva & Urine 07:20 – Perimenopause, Symptoms & Testing Myths 10:21 – Navigating Doctors, Blood Work & Common Pitfalls 15:26 – Hormone Testing After Menopause & Who Should Test 18:58 – Advanced Testing, Cortisol & The Dutch Test 30:14 – Free Lab Checklist, Advocacy & Closing Thoughts   Access Free Lab Checklist HERE www.drcarriejones.com Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!  

In this episode, host Karen is joined by Tara, an energy healing practitioner and teacher who blends Reiki, acupressure, and mindfulness to help people release dense energy and reconnect with their life force.   Chapters: 02:03 – Tara's Journey: Childhood, Change & Discovering Reiki 05:51 – What is Reiki? Energy, Healing & Feminine Wisdom 09:05 – Breathwork, Mindfulness & Creating Space 13:08 – Who Seeks Reiki? Healing, Transformation & Self-Discovery 21:27 – Self-Reiki, Empowerment & Teaching Others 28:50 – Tara's Life Lessons: Presence, Burnout & Personal Growth   Access Tara's Resources HERE   Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!  

In this episode, Karen shares her personal journey through midlife transitions, opening up about the challenges of perimenopause, loss, and feeling disconnected from herself. She offers compassionate, practical advice for women to rebuild trust in their bodies, manage stress, and make small, sustainable changes. With honesty and encouragement, Karen invites listeners to reconnect with their energy, embrace self-care, and rediscover their sense of joy and confidence.  Chapters: 01:07 – Introduction & Karen's Story 06:36 – Midlife Transitions: Identity, Loss & Overwhelm 15:25 – Breaking Patterns: People Pleasing & Self-Neglect 22:15 – Choosing Change & Rebuilding Trust 29:20 – Foundations of Health: Nutrition, Movement & Strength 43:14 – Managing Stress: Breathwork & Mindset 55:24 – Rediscovering Joy, Community & Support 62:14 – Closing Thoughts & Invitation   Chaos To Calm Method - ACCESS HERE Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!  

In this heartfelt and empowering episode, Karen addresses the challenges many women face during perimenopause and midlife transitions—low energy, weight gain, bloating, and feeling lost in their own bodies. Drawing from her personal journey and professional expertise, she offers a compassionate roadmap for women to reconnect with themselves and reclaim their vitality. Chapters: 02:31 – Feeling Lost: Life Transitions and Identity 05:57 – Karen's Story 07:25 – The Impact of Major Life Events 10:54 – Women's Resilience & Coping 14:07 – The Cost of Putting Others First 17:06 – Why Self-Care Matters 22:09 – Making the Choice to Change 23:08 – Creating Space for Yourself 27:15 – Nourishing Your Body: Eat Regularly 35:23 – Move Your Body: Simple Steps 43:14 – Building Strength: Physical & Mental 48:24 – Retraining Your Thoughts 55:24 – The Power of Breathwork 58:55 – Rediscovering Joy 64:43 – The Importance of Support Chaos To Calm Method - ACCESS HERE Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!  

In this episode, Karen shares her personal transformation from feeling lost and overwhelmed in midlife to reclaiming confidence and vitality through the Chaos to Calm Method. She opens up about navigating perimenopause, coping with loss, and rebuilding after setbacks, emphasizing the importance of listening to your body and embracing change. Karen highlights how small, sustainable shifts and the support of a caring community can help women reconnect with themselves, break cycles of self-sabotage, and experience lasting health and joy.    Chapters: 01:04 – Reflecting on Change & Midlife Challenges 05:42 – Hitting Rock Bottom: Loss, Grief, and the Turning Point 10:15 – Rebuilding: Healing, Hormones, and the Chaos to Calm Method 13:45 – Community, Support, and Sustainable Transformation 21:00 – Invitation, Empowerment, and Final Reflections   Chaos To Calm Method - ACCESS HERE   Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!

In this episode, guest Debbie shares her inspiring journey from feeling overwhelmed and depleted to finding empowerment and balance through the Chaos to Calm Method. At age 63, she discusses overcoming the challenges of menopause, shifting her mindset, and embracing self-forgiveness. Debbie's story highlights the importance of small, sustainable changes and the power of community support in achieving lasting health and happiness.   Chapters: 01:04 – Introducing Debbie's Story 03:00 – The Turning Point: Discovering the Program 08:00 – Small Changes, Big Impact 13:00 – Navigating Menopause and Body Changes 18:00 – Self-Forgiveness and Empowerment 22:00 – Lasting Results and Final Reflections   Chaos To Calm Method - ACCESS HERE   Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!

In this episode, Karen breaks down the biggest myths about hormone balance, explains what your hormones are really doing, and shares practical, science-backed steps to help you feel more in control of your body. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the endless advice on "balancing your hormones," this episode is for you.   Chapters: 01:52 The Hormone Balance Myth 05:47 Key Hormones Explained 14:24 What Disrupts Your Hormones 21:04 Real-Life Strategies for Support   Protein Resource - ACCESS HERE   Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!

In this episode, Karen shares a deeply personal and transformative experience from her recent trip to Spain. She opens up about the challenges she faced, including a separation, the loss of her father and dog, and a significant injury, while exploring how this journey helped her find healing and a new perspective on life.    Chapters: 01:28 Today's Different Conversation 02:19 Trip to Spain 08:09 Gabrielle Bernstein's Influence 15:01 Healing and New Beginnings   Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!  

In this episode, I discuss the summer season as a time for women to focus on supporting their body and health. The conversation touches on the importance of metabolic health, addressing blood sugar regulation, inflammation reduction, gut and liver health, building muscle, and prioritizing sleep and stress management.   Chapters: 05:40 Blood Sugar Regulation 12:16 Lowering Inflammation 00:00 Gut and Liver Health 30:04 Prioritizing Sleep and Stress Management 35:54 Emphasizing the Right Mindset   GET YOUR ROADMAP HERE   Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!  

In this episode, Karen returns after a hiatus to share invaluable insights and strategies on managing stress, particularly for women in midlife. She delves into the stages of stress, from acute to chronic to burnout, and provides practical recommendations for building stress resilience, coping during stressful moments, and restoring the body after stress.   Chapters: 02:16 Understanding Stress and Its Stages 05:32 Acute Stress Response 06:34 Chronic Stress: The Second Stage 09:30 Burnout: The Final Stage of Stress 12:57 Building Stress Resilience 14:34 Supportive Nutrition and Lifestyle Habits 23:46 Strategies for Immediate Stress Relief 28:49 Recovering After Stress   Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!  

In this episode, Karen delves deep into understanding the root causes of cravings and offers strategies to overcome them. Recording from Spain, she shares observations about different lifestyles and the cultural attitudes towards food. Karen explains how hormonal changes, stress, and dietary habits influence cravings and provides actionable advice on balancing blood sugars, managing stress, and meeting emotional needs. This episode is packed with practical tips to help you regain control over your body and promote overall well-being.   Chapters: 04:41 Hormonal Impact on Cravings 09:02 Types and Meanings of Cravings 13:02 Stress and Its Effect on the Body 18:07 Practical Strategies to Overcome Cravings 29:23 Emotional Impact and Tools for Regulation   Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!  

In this enlightening episode, I delve into the transformative journey of Kerri Hallman, a stress-reduced fat loss practitioner and certified hormone specialist. Listen in as Kerri shares her personal story of overcoming health and fitness misconceptions and her journey to helping women over 40 manage hormone shifts, weight struggles, and stress through her Balanced Bodies program.    Chapters: 06:40 Recognizing the Gaps in Fitness 23:12 Changing the Narrative 24:18 Breath Work and Basic Health 19:36 Kerri's Health Transformation 29:15 How Kerri Helps Women Now   Connect with Kerri: Instagram   Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!  

In this episode, Karen covers the importance of 'spring cleaning' your life. Instead of focusing on organizing your home, she discusses removing toxic elements and habits from your lifestyle that drain energy and negatively impact your health, relationships, and overall well-being.   Chapters: 01:41 Spring Cleaning For Your Life 03:46 Toxic or Draining Relationships 10:10 Letting Go of Extra Work and Obligations 14:17 Cleaning Up Your Nutrition 21:48 Detoxing Your Home 27:01 Decluttering Your Space 33:05 Karen's Spring Cleaning Wellness Bundle 41:32 Conclusion and Call to Action   Get your Wellness Bundle HERE   Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!  

In this deeply personal episode of Chaos to Calm, Karen discusses the bravery required to make significant life changes. From moving cities and changing careers to facing the grief of losing loved ones and ending relationships, she shares her journey and the lessons learned. This episode offers a reflective look at the fears, challenges, and ultimate growth that come with embracing change.   Chapters: 01:43 The Uncertainty of Change 02:17 Big Life Changes 02:47 The Impact of Grief 03:04 The Power of Self-Trust 16:58 Coping Mechanisms 09:58 Resistance and Acceptance 11:33 Impact on Relationships 15:19 Embracing Solitude   Connect with Karen: Instagram Email Website Book With Karen Don't forget to leave a rate & review!