SHE BREAKS THE RULES
She Breaks the Rules is the podcast for women who are done following health “rules” that are outdated and don’t work, and are ready to rewrite the rules to suit their health and life.
Hosted by Faye Sheridan and Tarryn Williams, we will help you challenge the norms, dare you to think differently, and inspire you to take bold, self led action in your health and wellbeing.
This is about breaking free from diet culture, understanding yourself and your body and learning what health really looks like for you.
Expect raw conversations, expert insights, personal stories, and no-BS strategies on women’s health, menstrual cycle, body image, gut health, emotional eating, stress, hormones, mindset, and more.
We’re here to empower you to come home to your body, trust yourself, and take control — on your terms.
You’re only one decision away from changing your life.
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SHE BREAKS THE RULES
EP #53: Harmful Wellness Language: How It’s Keeping You Stuck in Avoidance
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“I’m just not ready.”
“I’m honouring my nervous system.”
“I’m listening to my body.”
But what if the language that sounds like healing… is actually keeping you stuck?
In this episode, we’re calling out how “wellness talk” can become a subtle form of avoidance... keeping you in your comfort zone instead of moving you forward.
Because awareness alone isn’t enough.
🔥 What We Cover
- Awareness vs action (and where most people get stuck)
- How wellness language can mask avoidance
- The truth about your nervous system
- Why discomfort is required for growth
- Radical honesty vs self-criticism
💥 Key Takeaways
- Awareness without action keeps you stuck
- Not all “self-care” is actually helping you grow
- Avoidance often sounds logical and justified
- Your nervous system is adaptable — not fragile
- You can be honest with yourself and compassionate
🧠 A Question for You
Where are you using “healing” or “self-care” language…
when it’s actually avoidance?
⚡ Your Challenge
Catch your language this week.
When you say:
“I’m too busy”
“I’m not ready”
“I’m protecting my energy”
👉 Ask yourself:
Is this true… or am I avoiding something uncomfortable?
Then take one small step forward.
💜 She Breaks the Rules
This is what breaking the rules looks like.
Questioning even the “wellness” narratives that keep you stuck.
Because real change comes from action, not just awareness.
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