#262 Navigating Burnout and Balance: Small Steps Toward Sustainable Wellbeing with Adrianne Vangool

Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Nutrition aned Life podcast! Today, we’re joined by the multitalented Adrianne Vangool, physiotherapist, yoga therapist, author, athlete, and wellness advocate. Together with host Lisa Franz, Adrianne dives deep into navigating life’s ever-changing seasons, building self-awareness, and finding the courage to listen to your own needs, even when it’s hard.

In this heartfelt conversation, discover why starting small can be powerful, how to tune into your intuition, and why nervous system regulation is the foundation of resilience. Adrianne Vangool opens up about her journey from athlete to integrative practitioner, the lessons she’s drawn from the Canadian prairies, and practical strategies for blending physical and emotional wellbeing. Plus, Lisa pulls back the curtain on meditation, mindset shifts, and why compassion helps us thrive in a busy world.

Take a breath, settle in, and prepare for a wealth of wisdom, practical takeaways, and gentle encouragement to embrace your own unique path.

Timestamp Overview:

• [00:00] – Introduction and Welcome
• [00:18] – Getting Unstuck: Small Starts & Permission to Begin
• [01:16] – Adrianne Vangool’s Story: Four Seasons, Burnout, and the Power of “Seasons” in Life
• [03:27] – Embracing Life’s Shifts: Guilt, Balance & Changing Professions
• [05:52] – Tuning In: The Importance of Honest Motivation & Self-Listening in Health
• [07:21] – Mind-Body Connection: Embodiment, Discernment, and Redefining Self-Care
• [11:04] – Discipline, Compassion, and Masculine vs. Feminine Energy
• [15:39] – The Science and Power of Compassion (ft. Dr. Kristin Neff)
• [18:16] – Self-Care to We Care: Moving Beyond Bubble Baths & Facing the Truth
• [24:22] – Nervous System Regulation and Building Resilience
• [28:12] – Practical Tools: Breathwork, Meditation, and Observing Resistance
• [34:01] – Yoga Therapy: Blending Physio, Mindfulness, and Deep Healing
• [38:12] – Physical and Emotional Roots: The Mind-Body Connection in Recovery
• [41:39] – Where to Find Adrianne Vangool and Her Book

Follow Adrianne Vangool:

• Website: https://vangoolwellness.com/
• Instagram: @adriannevangool https://www.instagram.com/adriannevangool/

Her book, From Self Care to We Care, is available on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Journey-Self-Care-We-Care-Science-Experience/dp/0228885469

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