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Girl Talk Decoded
Welcome to Girl Talk Decoded, the unconventional women’s health podcast where we tackle all things women’s health—emotional, physical, and everything in between. Hosted by Mary Vance, Certified Nutrition Consultant, and Carla Hernandez, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, we bring a combined 30 years of expertise and a love for unfiltered conversations about real issues affecting women daily. Twice a month, we call out the BS and make complex topics user-friendly, discussing the latest research, personal stories, and insightful interviews on everything from nutrition, mental health, and relationships to fertility, perimenopause, autoimmune diseases, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned health guru or just want to better understand your body, this podcast will challenge your perspectives, validate your experiences, and empower you to take control of your health.
Girl Talk Decoded
#9 - Burnout & Balance: How to Manage Stress and Reclaim Your Energy
In this episode, Mary and Carla dive into burnout—what it really looks like, why it happens, and how to pull yourself out of it. Burnout isn’t just from overworking; it can come from stress, life changes, and feeling mentally drained. They break down how high cortisol, poor sleep, and exhaustion take a toll on both your body and mind.
But there’s hope! They share simple, effective ways to recharge—like balancing blood sugar through food, using adaptogenic herbs, and getting enough key nutrients. They also talk about the power of setting boundaries, staying connected with others, and cutting back on screen time before bed. Plus, they discuss how therapy and small daily habits can help you feel like yourself again. Tune in for real, practical ways to beat burnout and get your energy back.
Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(1:17) Daily non-negotiable health habits
(4:23) What is emotional burnout?
(7:03) The physiological effects of burnout
(9:43) Anxiety, sleep disruption, and the burnout cycle
(10:33) Workplace stress, life transitions, and COVID’s impact
(17:22) Practical solutions for reducing stress and avoiding burnout
(23:20) Adaptogenic herbs for stress support
(25:06) Supplements for stress resilience
(30:48) Perimenopause, hormones, and burnout
(36:38) The importance of social connections
(40:14) Therapy and other tools for managing burnout
(40:51) Outro
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