Alive & Well – Burnout, Anxiety, Nervous System, Productivity, Time Management, Somatic Tools, Work-Life Balance
On paper? You’re crushing it.
But your body’s telling a different story: fatigue, anxiety, brain fog, and a burnout you just can’t seem to shake.
Welcome to Alive & Well—the podcast for high-achieving women ready to burnout-proof their lives by rewiring their nervous system for clarity, energy, productivity, and ease.
I’m your host, Michelle Grosser, Esq.—trial attorney turned nervous system strategist, wife, mom, and entrepreneur (x3).
After burning out hard trying to do it all, I discovered the missing piece: nervous system regulation.
Now I help ambitious, high-capacity women like you build a life that’s sustainable and successful—where your nervous system becomes your superpower, not your saboteur.
Around here, you’ll learn:
✔️ Burnout-proof systems for time management and productivity
✔️ Science-backed tools for nervous system and emotional regulation
✔️ Somatic practices that help you stay grounded & calm under pressure
✔️ Faith-rooted wisdom for leading from overflow—not overdrive
✔️ Boundaries that protect your purpose—not just your calendar
✔️ Sustainable strategies for stress management, presence, and work-life balance
It’s time to break the burnout cycle, reclaim your well-being, and lead with the kind of peace that doesn’t cost your ambition.
Hit follow and start your path to living Alive & Well. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 31 minutes
- Episodes
- 395
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
114 – Hard Truth: Our Kids Can’t Be Calm Unless We Are. What You Need to Know About Co-Regulation
Throughout some of the hardest moments of motherhood, a powerful reminder I’ve often repeated to myself is “peace begins with me.” We’re connected to those around us - we all have an impact on each…
113 – Want to Feel Calmer? Make Sure Your Nervous System Gets These THREE Things Each Day
It’s been a busy week here at the Grosser home! 😵💫 As a result, I noticed that I was starting to feel anxious and overwhelmed by all the demands on my time and energy.
So, I took it back to the ba…
112 - Exhausted by Your Mental Load? Dr. Morgan Cutlip on How to Set Boundaries and Ask for Support
What’s been on your invisible list lately? It’s that mental load you carry of all the things you do that might go unnoticed, but keep everything running smoothly for your family.
The appointme…
111 – Ignoring What Your Body is Trying to Tell You? Pay Attention to These 10 Warning Signs of Burnout
Burnout can show up in some unexpected ways.
For years, I assumed the level of exhaustion I felt was just a normal part of being a busy mom. I didn’t know the warning signs of burnout, so I didn’…
110 - Why Am I Like This?! How The 3 States of Our Nervous System Affect Motherhood, Health, and Productivity
We often talk about health and fitness as it relates to our mental or physical health, but when was the last time that you paid attention to your neurological fitness?
There are so many benefits to…
109 - What the Experts Say: Translating Scientific Research for Parents with Dr. Cara Goodwin, founder of Parenting Translator
There is so much research out there for us parents – screentime, discipline, parenting styles, potty training, how to get our kids to eat anything green! It can be super inundating to parse through…
108 – How to Overcome Resistance to Change in 3 Simple Steps
Why does change feel so hard?! Even when we know that the change we seek is for the better, we can still face resistance to it.
Whether it’s an epic life event, or a small new habit we want to star…
107 – Know What You Need to Do, but Aren't Following Through? Stop Making THIS Mistake
We live in a “quick fix” culture that tells us that the more we know, the more we’re going to be able to see our desired results and outcomes.
But this simply isn’t true. Think about it - if thi…
106 – Find Freedom from Anxiety with Emotional Empowerment Coach Tara Swann
Curious whether you can actually transform your anxiety, low confidence, or self-doubt into peace, joy, and self-love?
Today’s guest, Tara Swann, did just that. For years she suppressed her em…
105 - I Hope Your Kids Trigger You. I Said It, and I Mean It – Here’s Why
Our kids all do certain things that can be triggering for us.
In frustration, we can wonder what we’re doing wrong when our kids have moments of disobedience, defiance, and disrespect.
In today’…
104 – Stuck in Bad Habits? Stop Spinning Your Wheels and Learn the 3 Requirements for Lasting Change
Ever known you needed to change something in your life, but you’ve had such a hard time actually sticking to a new way of being?
Life is the ultimate journey and because of that, we’re constantly …
103 – Struggle with Body Image or Stress Eating? Healing Your Relationship with Food with Shanna Hutcheson of Wellness for the Win
Ever felt bummed out by the way you look? Or do you sometimes find yourself heading to the fridge when you’re feeling stressed? Same, friend.
In today’s episode, Shanna Hutcheson, the podcaste…
102 – Ever Feel Unseen or Unappreciated? How to Ask for What You Need Without Starting an Argument
Sometimes it can feel like no one appreciates all we do as working moms. I get it - sometimes it feels like a simple “thank you” would go a long way.
A few years ago, I started to notice that I w…
101 - Want the Keys to Success? Learn The Top 5 Habits of Successful Moms
We all want solid systems and routines to help our days run smoothly, right? So, that begs the question - what are some of the top habits of successful mamas?
In today’s episode I coach you throug…
100 - What Makes a “Good” Mom, Anyway? How to Avoid the Trap of Trying to Do It All
In our 100th episode (woot woot!!), I’m joined by Lauren, our podcast producer extraordinaire, to discuss what it means to be a “good” mom. Do we need to throw Pinterest-worthy birthday parties (no…
099 - Are You Living by Default or by Design? 3 Simple Ways to Start Living Each Day with Intention
We all wake up and start each day by default or by design.
When we’re living by default, it’s easy to find ourselves feeling like a hot mess! It’s exhausting, hectic & overwhelming. We live our l…
098 – Feeling Triggered Lately? Here’s What’s Happening in Your Body and Mind When You Feel Triggered
When was the last time that something happened – maybe it was a comment from your husband, a scent you caught walking through the mall, or a song that played on the radio - and it seemed like out of …
097 - Are You Ready for a Soul Shift? How to Get Unstuck and Reclaim Your Joy with NYT bestselling author, Rachel Stafford
Have you ever struggled to be present with your children? You're not alone, friend.
In today’s episode, Rachel Macy Stafford, the New York Times bestselling author of Hands Free Mama, teaches u…
096 – Is it Perfectionism or Excellence? How to Tell the Difference and What to Do About It
Do you carry a spirit of excellence, or are you actually a perfectionist? What’s the difference, anyway?
Here's the thing about perfectionism - it tends to attach to the things we value, so mother…
095 - Ever Wondered What Your Purpose Is? How to Discover Your True Calling
Has your life taken a different path than expected? Or is it all you’ve ever imagined, but it still feels like something is missing?
Society and culture tell us that what we “do” is our purpose. …