SHE BREAKS THE RULES

You might think you’ve left diet culture behind… but what if it’s still hiding in your everyday language?In this episode of She Breaks the Rules, we dive into the sneaky phrases that seem harmless, or even normal, but are actually rooted in restriction, shame, and toxic beliefs around food, exercise and our bodies.From “I’ve been so bad this weekend” to “I need to work off those calories”, we’re unpacking the mindset traps that keep you stuck in the all-or-nothing loop, even when you think you're doing better.We also explore:The language that reveals how much you actually trust yourselfWhy “starting again on Monday” is hurting your progressWhat your words are really saying to your kids (yep, they’re listening)How to reframe common phrases in a way that supports food freedom, self-trust and real healthWhy it’s not “just words”, your language holds the key to your beliefs, emotions and behaviourWe’re not here to judge, we’re here to bring awareness, shake things up, and empower you to make changes that actually last.Because if you want to break free from diet culture…You’ve got to stop speaking its language.🎧 Tune in now and ask yourself:What sneaky diet culture phrases do you still catch yourself saying?💜 Tag us on socials with your takeaways or language swaps, we’d love to hear from you!

In this episode of She Breaks the Rules, we're diving deep into the truth about Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. If you’ve ever wondered, “Should I go on HRT?”, or felt overwhelmed by the black-and-white advice all over your social media feed, this is the conversation you need.Faye and Tarryn bring their trademark real talk and nuance to a topic that’s too often oversimplified. We’re talking symptoms, misconceptions, risks, benefits and most importantly, how to make informed decisions about your body, your hormones, and your health.You’ll learn:What bioidentical HRT actually is (and how it differs from synthetic options)The most common symptoms HRT can help with and where it won’t help unless you’ve built a healthy foundation firstWhy your lifestyle, stress, sleep and training habits matter just as much as hormonesHow to have a smarter, more empowered conversation with your GP about treatmentA real client story showing the powerful impact of the right supportThis isn’t about being “for” or “against” HRT, it’s about breaking the rules of oversimplified health advice and giving women the tools to take back control.🔥 Takeaway Truth:HRT is a tool, not a fix-all. Before reaching for the patch or cream, make sure the big rocks of your health, nutrition, sleep, movement, stress, are in place. Then, get informed and advocate for yourself.✨ Ready to take back control of your health, with or without HRT? Tune in now. And share this with a friend who needs real answers, not Instagram sound bites.

Are you trying to ‘do health right’ by following all the cycle syncing rules... but just ending up confused, exhausted and still not feeling better?This episode of She Breaks the Rules is your permission slip to stop following rigid cycle syncing advice that doesn't work for YOUR body.In this refreshingly real conversation, Faye and Tarryn pull apart the cycle syncing trend, from nutrition and training to lifestyle, and explain why your body deserves more than a one-size-fits-all approach.You’ll learn:What cycle syncing actually is (and where it came from)Why it’s been overhyped on social media (yes, even we fell for it 👀)The danger of outsourcing your body’s wisdom to generic ‘phases’How to tune into YOUR body and self-parent your way through your cycle with confidenceThe simple practices to track your cycle and actually use that info to support yourself betterWhy symptoms like PMS, fatigue or bloating might be signs of something deeper and how to spot itThis episode is a challenge to stop micromanaging your hormones, and start building real self-trust with your body.✨ Health isn’t about perfect timing. It’s about powerful awareness. ✨💭 Episode Challenge:What’s one way you can start tuning in to your body this week?Try tracking your mood, cravings, or energy for a few days and see what patterns show up.💬 Let’s Chat:Loved this episode? Screenshot and tag us on IG with your biggest takeaway.We’d love to know how you’re rewriting the rules of your own health!

In this powerful and raw episode, Faye and Tarryn peel back the curtain and share the negative parts of their health journeys that led them to where they are today. From overtraining and using the gym to numb emotional pain, to navigating an eating disorder while working in the fitness industry, this conversation is about more than just health, it’s about healing.You’ll hear personal stories of burnout, toxic patterns, and how they both came to redefine what true health means. It’s real, unfiltered, and a reminder that even your health heroes don’t have it all figured out.This is the episode every woman needs to hear if you’ve ever questioned whether your "healthy habits" are actually helping or hurting you.What We Talk About:What triggered our toxic health habits (and why they went unnoticed)Using exercise to cope and when that becomes unhealthyReleasing perfectionism and body controlHow strength training shifted our focus from aesthetics to empowermentLetting go of food rules and obsessive thinkingWhat real healing actually looks like (hint: it’s not sexy or fast)The power of internal motivation and redefining your whyWhy This Episode Breaks the Rules:We challenge the belief that being “disciplined” or “healthy” always looks like green smoothies and 10k steps. We talk about the messy truth, that sometimes, what looks healthy is actually masking deeper emotional struggles. And that true health? It starts with honesty, compassion, and real self-trust.Your Reflection Prompt:Take a moment to check in with yourself:🧠 Are your current health habits supporting or suppressing your emotions?💜 Are you chasing perfection or building strength from the inside out?💬 Loved this episode? Screenshot and share it on Instagram and tag us @SheBreaksTheRulesPodcast with your biggest takeaway!

Think perfectionism is just “high standards”? Think again.In this episode of She Breaks the Rules, Faye and Taryn unpack how perfectionism, often worn as a badge of honour, is quietly draining your energy, fuelling anxiety, sabotaging your goals, and keeping you stuck in all-or-nothing cycles.Whether you're waiting for the perfect time to start, spiralling after a small slip-up, or constantly trying to prove your worth through performance… this one is for you.This is about calling out the pressure to have it all together and learning what real progress actually looks like.🔥 In This Episode:The difference between high standards and perfectionismWhy perfectionism often hides deep anxiety, shame and disconnection from your bodyTwo types of perfectionists and how both stay stuckThe nervous system cost of being constantly “on”How perfectionism shows up in disordered eating, health burnout and emotional fatiguePractical ways to shift into self-leadership, even when you slip upWhy giving yourself grace doesn’t mean giving up🧠 Takeaway Question:What would change in your life if you stopped trying to be perfect, and started trusting your ability to come back?Follow us at @shebreakstherulespodcast and DM us if this resonated!