EP #33 The Real Cost of Beauty: The Financial Pressure Women Don't Talk About
What does it really cost to “stay hot”? And are we truly choosing these beauty habits or are we just trying to keep up?In this episode of She Breaks the Rules, Faye and Tarryn get brutally honest about the beauty standards women face and the financial weight that comes with them. Inspired by an article from The New Yorker, this conversation peels back the shiny layers of skincare, Botox, nails, lashes, hair appointments, and “staying polished”... to reveal what it’s really costing us: our time, energy, confidence, and actual wealth.This one’s a wake-up call for any woman who’s ever said, “I can’t afford that", whether it’s travel, therapy, coaching, or investing in her future. Because when we start tallying up what we are spending to keep up appearances, the numbers are wild.In this episode, we dive into:How much women in their 20s, 30s & 40s are spending on beauty (spoiler: it’s confronting)Why women are pressured to look “polished” just to be taken seriouslyThe hidden opportunity cost of beauty spending (and what men are doing instead)How investing in mindset, health and emotional wellbeing could save you thousandsDistinguishing between what you want vs what you’ve been sold to wantOur personal audit: What we each spend on beauty and what we’re cuttingThis episode isn’t about judgment, it’s about awareness, choice and financial freedom. Because breaking the rules means redefining beauty and power… on your own terms.🎧 LISTEN IF:You’ve ever said “I can’t afford that” but still get botox or 6 weekly hair appointments.You’re tired of feeling like your worth is wrapped up in how you look.You’re ready to reclaim your money, time and confidence.🔗 Links & Resources:New Yorker Article: “How to Stay Hot”Follow us on Instagram: @shebreakstherulespodcast🎧 Subscribe, share, and tag us in your biggest takeaway from today’s episode. Let’s change the conversation, and the system, together. 💥
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EP #32 Radical Responsibility: The Mindset Shift That Changes Everything
In this episode of She Breaks the Rules, we’re diving deep into one of the most powerful (and confronting) mindset shifts you can make: Radical Responsibility.Tarryn and Faye unpack why this concept is at the core of building physical health, emotional resilience, and mental strength and how embracing it will transform how you show up in every part of your life.This isn’t about toxic positivity or blaming yourself for everything that’s gone wrong. It’s about owning your choices, your reactions, your habits and realising that power lives in that ownership.We chat about:What radical responsibility actually means (and doesn’t mean)The difference between living “at cause” vs “at effect”Why so many women feel stuck in stress and how to shift thatReal life stories of how we handled breakups, burnout, and boundariesHow to increase your capacity to handle stress without falling apartWhat it looks like to take full ownership in your health, relationships, and workPlus, you’ll get a powerful journaling exercise to help you reflect on where you might be giving your power away and how to take it back.Listener Task:Get your journal out. Draw two columns: “CAUSE” and “EFFECT”.Be radically honest, where are you taking ownership in your life, and where are you making excuses?Because once you truly understand radical responsibility…You can’t unsee it.Connect with us on Instagram:👉 @SheBreaksTheRulesPodcastTag us and share your biggest takeaway. We LOVE hearing what hits home for you.
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EP #31: The Truth About Labels: How Diagnosis Shapes (or Sabotages) Your Health
A diagnosis can change everything, but is it always for the better?In this episode, Faye and Tarryn dive deep into the complex world of health diagnoses and unpack the powerful impact they can have on your mindset, identity, and overall wellbeing. Whether it’s PCOS, endometriosis, ADHD, anxiety, or any other “label,” we ask the big questions:Is this diagnosis helping you move forward or holding you back?Are you using it to access the right support… or hiding behind it like a security blanket?Have you unknowingly made it part of your identity?From the medical system’s quick-fix mentality, to the shame, fear, and confusion many women face after getting diagnosed, this episode challenges you to rethink what labels really mean for your health.You’ll hear real stories from clients, personal examples from Faye and Tarryn, and mindset shifts to help you reclaim your power, confidence and clarity, no matter what diagnosis you’re living with (or chasing).In this episode, we cover:When a diagnosis gives you clarity… and when it creates chaosIdentity and labels: how your words shape your experienceSecondary gains and the sneaky comfort of staying stuckWhy your health issues are multifactorial — not just one labelWhat to ask yourself before seeking a diagnosisThis one’s a must-listen if you’ve ever felt boxed in by a diagnosis, or are ready to take back control of your health story 💥Links & Resources:Follow us on Instagram: @shebreakstherulespodcastMessage us with your biggest takeaway or if this episode resonated with your experience! 💜
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EP #30: Wellness is Confusing AF - Here's What Actually Matters.
Let’s be real, “wellness” has become one of those words. Which is why we are re-releasing our MOST POPULAR episode!The word 'wellness' has been overused, over-polished, and plastered all over your feed by influencers sipping green juices and swearing by 4 a.m. cold plunges. Meanwhile, you’re just trying to figure out how to feel good in your body, have more energy, and not lose your mind in the process.In this episode, we’re calling out the wellness noise and giving it to you straight.We break down the four REAL pillars of wellness that actually make a difference, and no, they don’t require a $98 collagen powder. Plus, we unpack a few unexpected “bonus pillars” that most people never consider.Here’s what we cover:Why “wellness” has lost its meaning (and how to reclaim it)The 4 foundational pillars: Physical, Mental, Emotional, SpiritualWhy the physical stuff (food, fitness, sleep) is just the starting lineBonus pillars that matter: relationships, finances, sex, and your environmentHow to create your own version of wellness — not someone else’sThis isn’t about being perfect. It’s about being real, curious, and courageous enough to define what wellness means for you.
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EP #29: Healthy Training vs. Harmful Obsession: Rewriting Your Relationship with Exercise
We’ve all heard that exercise is “good for you” but what happens when something healthy turns into a form of punishment, obsession, or emotional escape?In this powerful episode, Faye and Tarryn dive deep into the blurry line between healthy training and harmful obsession. They share raw stories from their own journeys; from disordered eating to rigid discipline, overtraining, and the struggle to “earn your food” through workouts.This one’s for every woman who has ever:Felt guilty for missing a sessionTrained to fix or punish her bodyMeasured self-worth by gym performanceCancelled life plans to stick to the scheduleQuestioned if she's doing it “right”We’re rewriting the rules because training should support your health, not control it.🔑 In This Episode:How to spot the signs your relationship with exercise might be unhealthyThe physical and emotional toll of overtraining and undernourishingWhen training becomes a coping mechanism (and how to know the difference)How to shift from punishment to power in your workoutsWhat positive, values-aligned movement actually looks and feels likeA powerful question to check in with your “why” for moving your body💭 Reflect & Take Action:Is your training building you up or breaking you down?Ask yourself: What’s my real WHY for movement?Then start making choices from self-respect, not self-criticism.Follow us on Instagram: @shebreakstherulespodcastDM us your biggest takeaway or tag us in your stories, we LOVE seeing what landed most for you.
She Breaks the Rules is the podcast for women who are done following health “rules” that are outdated and don’t work, and are ready to rewrite the rules to suit their health and life.Hosted by Faye Sheridan and Tarryn Williams, we will help you challenge the norms, dare you to think differently, and inspire you to take bold, self led action in your health and wellbeing.This is about breaking free from diet culture, understanding yourself and your body and learning what health really looks like for you.Expect raw conversations, expert insights, personal stories, and no-BS strategies on women’s health, menstrual cycle, body image, gut health, emotional eating, stress, hormones, mindset, and more.We’re here to empower you to come home to your body, trust yourself, and take control — on your terms.You’re only one decision away from changing your life.Hit follow and let’s break the rules — together.
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