Balancing Life: Brooke Rozzie's Journey from Burnout to Wellness
I was frustrated through that process because there wasn't a lot of people who could really educate me on my body as a woman and what was going on and how my body was made to feel and function.
Picture this: you're in your twenties, focused on looking good in a bikini and following every diet rule in the book. Then, life throws a curveball—sudden weight gain during the grief of losing a parent. This was the reality for Brooke Rozzie. In this episode, she sits down with Dr. Kate to share how she transformed her life by listening to her body and embracing a more holistic approach to wellness.
Brooke opens up about her initial struggles and how she felt like her body was betraying her despite doing 'everything right'. Her turning point came when she realized the need for a lifestyle change on a microscale. Motivated by the desire for her daughter to grow up loving her own body, Brooke sought education on the intricate beauty of the female body. Dr.
Kate and Brooke dive into the importance of tuning into your body's needs—whether it's swapping a tough workout for a gentle walk or deleting those food tracking apps that cause more stress than good. They discuss the power of breath work, journaling, and scaling back intense workouts as part of a trifecta for recovery. This episode isn't just about physical health; it's also about self-compassion and mental well-being.
Brooke shares how paying attention to what feels good and what doesn't helped her find balance and joy in her life again. The episode wraps up with a guided visualization exercise aimed at fostering self-compassion. So, if you're feeling burnt out and looking for practical ways to revive your body and mind, grab a seat and join Dr. Kate and Brooke Rozzie for an honest conversation on finding balance, self-care, and true wellness.