Black Women’s Wellness: Inspiring Mental, Physical, and Social Health – Seasonal Sister Podcast

M is for Motivation, Moderation & Mindful Living

Episode Notes

In this inspiring episode of the A to Z of Wellness Series, host Janice Saunders explores the letter M, highlighting the essential role of motivation, moderation, mindfulness, and maximum effort in living a long, healthy, and vibrant life.


Janice shares a personal story from her early career in pharmaceutical sales, revealing what she learned about health disparities, behavior change, and the importance of sustainable wellness habits. She encourages listeners to rethink their approach to diet, movement, and media consumption while embracing mindful moderation and cultural joy in everyday living.


This episode offers a compassionate yet practical approach to maintaining wellness — proving that health is a lifelong journey, not a quick fix.

 

Episode Timestamps;

00:00 Welcome to the Seasonal Sisters Podcast

01:32 The A to Z of Wellness Series Introduction

01:53 Challenges and Concerns of Modern Motherhood

03:11 Finding Motivation for a Healthy Lifestyle

05:29 The Role of Health Technology

07:46 Personal Story: A Journey in Healthcare

13:13 The Importance of Moderation

15:34 Mindful Eating and Physical Health

17:04 Practical Tips for a Healthier Life

19:50 Conclusion and Call to Action

 

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

How to find and sustain motivation for long-term wellness

Why moderation is the secret to sustainable health habits

Practical ways to practice mindful eating and movement

The connection between financial, emotional, and physical health

Why wellness is an action verb — and how to start today

 

📚 Resources and Mentions:

How to Change: The Science of Getting from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be by Dr. Katy Milkman

The Intuitive Eating Workbook by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch

Free download: “7 Ways to Shine Like the Sun for Wellness Tools”

 

🎧 Call to Action:

💬 Share this episode with a sister-friend who needs motivation to take the next step in her wellness journey.
📥 Download the free “7 Ways to Shine Like the Sun” guide to start building healthy habits that last.
☎️ Schedule a call with Janice to create a personalized strategy for sustainable living.

 

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