EP #17: Financial Wellness - Breaking Money Rules & Building Abundance with Michelle Rule
In this powerful episode of She Breaks the Rules, we welcome our very first guest, Michelle Rule, aka the Millionaire Maker. From credit card debt and corporate burnout to a $7 million asset base and a business empire, Michelle’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary.We dive deep into the emotional and energetic blocks that hold women back from wealth, the myths we’ve been fed about money (hello, savings culture 👋), and how financial wellness is just as vital as your physical and mental health. Michelle shares her three wheels of wealth, the mindset shifts that changed her life, and why it’s time to stop restricting yourself financially and start acting like the queen you are. 👑Whether you feel like money isn’t your “thing” or you're ready to build true freedom, this episode will open your mind to what’s possible.In This Episode, We Cover:Michelle’s raw and relatable journey from debt to financial freedomThe three wheels of wealth (cashflow, assets, mindset/energetics)Why income isn’t the key to wealth (and what actually is!)The emotional impact of shame and guilt around moneyHow your relationship with health mirrors your relationship with wealthCreating your “queen account” and why guilt-free spending is a game-changerThe rule every woman needs to break about money and how to start todayGuest Info:Follow Michelle on Instagram at @michellerule_millionairemaker and dive into her free resources to start your wealth journey now.Let’s Break the Rules:This episode isn’t just about money, it’s about rewriting the rules women have been taught about what’s possible. Financial wellness is about freedom, self-worth, and living in alignment with your values. So ask yourself, what rule around money have you been living by that needs to go?Follow us for more episodes @shebreakstherulespodcast
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EP #16: Food Porn, Dopamine Hits & Fast Food Cravings: The Cycle No One Talks About
In this episode of She Breaks the Rules, we dive into the unspoken truth behind takeaway food and its growing role in women's lives. We’re not just talking about convenience, we’re talking about the emotional charge behind the craving.When your days are packed, your energy is low, and you're constantly giving to everyone else, food often becomes the quickest, easiest way to self-soothe. Especially when Uber Eats is just a click away.But what happens when food becomes your only source of pleasure? When cooking feels like a chore and scrolling Instagram only heightens your cravings? This episode unpacks the deeper reasons women rely on takeaway, how stress, overstimulation, and the glorification of food on social media feed into this cycle.We share personal stories, client patterns, and some loving truths about what you're really looking for when you order that Friday night takeaway.This episode isn’t about shaming convenience, it’s about reclaiming your power to choose. And asking:Does this serve me?Is this helping me feel good: physically, emotionally, mentally?What else do I need, besides food?🔑 Key Takeaways:Why emotional eating often disguises itself as “convenience.”How stress, exhaustion, and overstimulation shape your food decisions.The link between lack of joy and over-reliance on food as a treat.Tips for creating nourishing go-to meals in 15 minutes or less.Why adding in pleasure, rest, and connection can radically shift your cravings.💜 Your Empowered Action:Ask yourself: “If I worked on my relationship with food and how I seek pleasure, how would that benefit other areas of my life?”
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EP #15: Finding the Right Coach for You - Here's What to Look For.
Episode Summary:In this episode of She Breaks the Rules, Faye and Tarryn break down the real talk on coaching, what makes a good one, how to sniff out the bad ones, and why finding the right fit is just as personal as the journey you're about to take.We share our own coaching styles, the green flags (and red ones 🚩) to look for, and why credentials and flashy content don’t always mean quality. Plus, we unpack how to tune into your own energy and values so you can choose someone who truly gets you, not just sells to you.If you've ever been burned by a coach, or you’re looking to invest in one and want to make the best decision possible, this is your must-listen.💥 What We Cover:Why coaching is more than just qualifications or social media cloutThe importance of personality fit in coaching relationshipsWhy our different coaching styles work and who they work forQuestions you must ask a potential coach before signing upThe red flags that scream “run away!” 🏃♀️How to make empowered, calm choices (not desperate ones)What true results look like and it’s not always before & after pics🧠 Key Takeaway:You don’t need a perfect coach. You need the right coach—for you. Tune into your gut, ask the hard questions, and choose someone who aligns with your values, understands your goals, and makes you feel seen, heard, and safe.🔥 Signature Question:How does this episode break the rules?Because choosing a coach based on flashy marketing or price tags is what they want you to do. We’re flipping that script. Women’s health deserves more. YOU deserve more. Let’s make empowered, educated choices and build the kind of coaching relationship that leads to real change.Want to go deeper? Connect with us on Instagram at @shebreakstherulespodcast and tag us with your biggest takeaway from this episode 💜
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EP 14 Mastering the Basics: The Secret to Sustainable Wellness
🔥 In This Episode:Ever feel like you should be further along in your health journey?In today’s powerful conversation, we unpack the Four Stages of Competence and how they directly apply to your health. From having zero awareness to putting your wellness on autopilot. We’re breaking down why so many women skip steps, get stuck in challenge loops, or chase optimization like red light therapy before they’ve mastered the basics.This one is a must-listen if you've ever:Wondered why healthy habits aren’t stickingBounced from coach to coach looking for the “magic answer”Tried to do everything at once and burned out (hello, all-or-nothing thinking)Felt like you “should” be further ahead by nowYou’ll walk away with clarity on where you're really at, what’s holding you back, and what to focus on next — plus how to build lasting habits that actually stick.💡 Key Takeaways:The Four Stages of Competence explained (with an easy-to-relate analogy)Why 8-12 week challenges can help but where they keep women stuckThe most common reason healthy habits don’t last (spoiler: you’re trying to change too much too fast)The role of your nervous system in habit change, and how to work with itWhat unconscious competence looks and feels like when it comes to your healthWhy true empowerment means trusting yourself, and not always outsourcing to a coach📝 Journal Prompt:What stage are you really at in your health journey — and what’s one small, sustainable shift you can make from there?💬 We’d love to hear from you! Tag us on Instagram @shebreakstherulespodcast and let us know your biggest takeaway or your current stage on the competence ladder.
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EP #13 Your Body is Whispering... Are You Listening?
🎧 Episode Summary:In this episode, we explore something that every woman experiences but so often ignores, those quiet, subtle whispers your body uses to get your attention. Whether it’s bloating, migraines, PMS, fatigue, or mood swings, these signals are your body's way of saying, “Hey, something’s off.” But have we been taught to listen?Join us as we dive into:What “the whispers” actually are and why they matterReal-life stories of how small symptoms turned into major wake-up callsHow these signs show up emotionally AND physicallyWhy women are so often disembodied and disconnected from their healthWhat happens when you ignore your body for too longSimple steps to reconnect and start listening—without getting overwhelmed or anxious💥 Key Takeaways:Your body is always giving you clues; don’t wait until it screams.PMS, migraines, digestive issues, and fatigue are NOT just “normal” parts of being a woman.Being disembodied leads to ignoring symptoms—awareness is the first step to healing.There’s a difference between tuning in and hyper-fixating on symptoms. Balance is key.Journaling, menstrual cycle tracking, mindful eating, and stillness can help you reconnect.🧭 Challenge/Task for Listeners:Start journaling your body’s signals—what physical or emotional sensations are popping up day-to-day? Where in your cycle are they showing up? What might they be trying to tell you?🌟 How This Breaks the Rules:This episode smashes the narrative that “women are just meant to suffer.” It challenges the norm of ignoring symptoms until burnout or disease sets in—and shows you how to reclaim your power by tuning in, not tuning out.Follow us @shebreakstherulespodcast.
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.