Words of Wellness with Shelly
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!
Episodes
186 episodes
Shelly's Shares: The Overlooked Heart Risks Facing Women And How To Lower Them
Heart disease doesn’t always announce itself with a dramatic chest-clutching moment, especially for women. Some of the most important warning signs can look like “normal life” fatigue, shortness of breath, nausea, or nagging jaw and shoulder pa...
From ICU Nurse To Holistic Trauma Coach
If you’ve ever left a doctor’s office with a prescription and a sinking feeling that nobody really asked the right questions, you’re going to feel seen here. We talk with Melissa Armstrong, an RN who spent years in pediatric critical care befor...
Shelly's Shares: Infertility Awareness And Hope
Some wellness topics are easy to post about. Infertility is not one of them, and that’s exactly why we’re talking about it.We’re coming off National Infertility Awareness Week, and I wanted to slow down and make space for anyone who has...
Special Episode of Shelly's Shares: Be In The Moment, A Mom's Lesson From A Baseball Field
The moment I saw my two sons walk toward each other after the game and hug, I felt time stop and speed up at the same time. One of them was on the field as a Division I player. The other was there as a coach. Same conference, same weekend, same...
Shelly's Shares: Protein Made SImple, How To Eat More Protein For Energy And Metabolism
The afternoon slump, constant cravings, and “why is my metabolism so slow now?” feeling can seem like a mystery in midlife, but the answer is often surprisingly basic: you’re not getting enough protein. We share a simple, realistic way to spot ...
Stress Reset: How Chronic Stress Can Disrupt Sleep, Digestion, And Weight
You can be doing “all the right things” and still feel exhausted, puffy, moody, and stuck. That’s why we wanted to have a real conversation about stress and not the vague kind. We get into what chronic stress actually does inside the body, why ...
Shelly's Shares: Align Your Schedule, Protect Your Time and Preserve Your Wellness
Your time is not just a productivity tool. It is a wellness tool, and if your calendar is packed with misaligned commitments, it can quietly drain your energy, patience, and joy.Today Shelly is building on a recent conversation about ti...
Own Your Hours: Time Strategy That Supports Real Wellness
If your days feel packed yet your health still ends up last, the problem may not be discipline. It may be that nobody ever taught you how to manage time in a way that supports wellness. We sit down with CW Hawley, founder of Let’s Talk Time, to...
Shelly's Shares: What If Rest Is Your Best Travel Hack?
Travel can be fun and meaningful, but it can also quietly wreck your energy. When Shelly shares about bouncing between airports, late flights, and busy weekends (especially during baseball season in her family), she's noticed one choice makes t...
Band-Aids Or Root Causes: How Functional Medicine Uses Food And Labs To Find The Real Problem
“Your labs are normal” can sound reassuring, but what if it’s also the reason you stay stuck for years? We sit down with Lisa Marie, a nurse practitioner, family practitioner, and PhD in holistic nutrition, to talk about how functional medicine...
Shelly's Shares: High-Intensity Interval Training Benefits And Risks
HIIT can feel like a shortcut, but what if the thing you’re doing to get “fitter faster” is actually keeping you tired, sore, and stuck? We dig into high-intensity interval training in a practical, no-hype way, starting with what HIIT actually ...
How To Navigate Perimenopause: Your Symptoms Could Be Your Body Asking For Help
Brain fog in the middle of a meeting. Sleep that suddenly stops working. Joint pain on hikes you used to love. Weight gain that makes no sense. If any of that sounds familiar, this conversation will help you connect the dots and stop second-gue...
Shelly's Shares: A Practical Guide & Safety Basics When it Comes To GLP-1 Weight Loss Meds And Peptides
GLP-1s are everywhere right now, and the speed of the trend is exactly what is causing Shelly some concern. When medicated weight loss becomes something “anyone can order,” it’s easy to skip the most important step: making sure it’s truly appro...
Simple Wellness Habits For Busy Professionals
Health can feel simple until life gets busy, then even the basics start to slip. Tess Cheng, a wellness coach helps busy professionals build focus, energy, and high performance without turning wellness into an all-day project. The discussion st...
Shelly's Shares: Why Moringa Is A Nutrient Powerhouse For Daily Wellness
A “greens” habit that takes less than a minute can still spark big questions: What am I actually getting from my food? How do I cut through all the wellness noise? And what’s a simple step I can repeat every day? Listen in as Shelly shares one ...
Rethinking Health: Discover How Functional Medicine Can Reverse Chronic Illness
Feeling stuck with “normal” labs and lingering symptoms? We sat down with functional nurse practitioner Laurie Love to unpack how a root-cause, systems approach can turn the tide on chronic illness—and why small, consistent changes beat quick f...
Shelly's Shares: From Seed Oils To Smart Fats: A Practical Guide To Energy, Brain Health, And Lower Inflammation
If your pantry could talk, would it ask for a makeover? We’re taking the confusion out of cooking fats with a clear plan to reduce inflammation, boost steady energy, and support brain and heart health—without giving up flavor or joy at the tabl...
From Hidden Chemicals To Everyday Choices: A Practical Path To Better Health
Feeling stuck in brain fog, low energy, or nagging pain that seems to come and go? We dig into why so many of us feel unwell despite “normal” labs and how simple, strategic changes can unlock real momentum. With Dr. Chapa—an alternative medicin...
Shelly's Shares: Travel Wellness Made Simple
Ever notice how travel can drain your energy before the fun even starts? We’re flipping that script with a simple, portable routine that keeps you steady through airports, time zones, and packed schedules—so you feel good enough to actually enj...
From Gut Health To Glowing Skin: A Functional Approach
The path to clearer, calmer skin may start with your plate, your stress levels, and your daily routine—not another “miracle” bottle. We sit down with Samantha, a certified esthetician and functional medicine practitioner, to connect the dots be...
Shelly's Shares: Could "Hurrying" Be Draining Your Health, Energy And Joy?
What if the real cost of your busy life isn’t stress, but lost moments of wisdom, joy, and connection? We dive into the quiet epidemic of hurry sickness—those subtle patterns of rushing, overcommitting, and numbing that leave us irritable, anxi...
From Hot Flashes To Healing: An Ayurvedic Guide To Menopause, Purpose, And Everyday Transitions
Menopause isn’t a malfunction—it’s a redesign. We sit down with Ayurvedic practitioner and yoga teacher Hannah Levin to explore how midlife can become a powerful reset for your body, your routines, and your sense of purpose. Instead of chasing ...
Shelly's Shares: Heart Health, Not Fate; Choose It
Heart disease isn’t destiny, and it isn’t just about cholesterol. We unpack the real drivers that push risk higher—chronic stress, poor sleep, blood sugar swings, inflammation, and everyday toxin exposure—and show how small, doable habits build...
Human Connection And The Case For Community
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 a...
Shelly's Shares: Practical Ways To Calm Your Body And Protect Your Longevity - Part Four of a 4-Part Series
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, a...