As we wrap up 2025, I’m sharing a candid, reflective conversation about growth, identity, and why I’m officially done with traditional New Year’s resolutions. In this final episode of the year, I talk about what it’s looked like to step more fully into who I really am, how my definition of wellness has evolved, and why 2026 is about confidence, trust, and letting go of what doesn’t matter.
I’m also introducing my New Era Challenge, kicking off January 5th—a free 14-day Instagram series focused on boundaries, food neutrality, movement, nervous system regulation, and mindset shifts to help you step into the new year feeling grounded and aligned. I share details about the optional $27 digital workbook for those who want to go deeper with reflection prompts, “wellthy foods,” and personal growth tools.
We close with honest holiday reflections, motherhood, invisible labor, relationships, love languages, and the expectations we place on ourselves and our partners during this season.
Thank you for being here in 2025—I’m so grateful for you and excited for what’s ahead in 2026.
Resources mentioned:
In this episode of The Wellthy Healthy Life, Nicole Johnson sits down with board-certified dermatologist Dr. Alexandra Bowles for an honest, easy-to-understand conversation about skincare, Botox, and today’s most popular non-invasive aesthetic treatments. They break down what actually works, what’s worth the investment, and how to approach beauty and aging without pressure to look “done.”
Dr. Bowles shares her dermatologist-approved skincare foundations, explains the truth about preventative Botox, and walks through newer treatments designed to support collagen, improve skin texture, and create natural-looking results—especially for women navigating midlife changes.
This episode is perfect if you’re curious about injectables, overwhelmed by options, or simply want expert guidance without the hype.
In this episode we cover:
The four essential skincare pillars: growth factors, antioxidants, retinoids, and sunscreen
Preventative Botox, natural results, and how Botox needs change as we age
Jawline, neck, and lower-face Botox for subtle lift and definition
PRP, microneedling, and alternatives to under-eye filler
Non-invasive tightening, laser treatments, and realistic expectations for aging skin
Resources mentioned:
Follow Dr. Bowles on Insta HERE
Follow Mona Dermatology HERE
Check out the website HERE
As 2025 comes to a close, Nicole reflects on why this past year was actually a powerful season of growth — even in the midst of job loss, uncertainty, and a heavy cultural climate. In this solo No One Asked But… episode, she shares why it’s okay to admit when things are going well, how to stop waiting for the “other shoe to drop,” and why learning to enjoy the good moments matters more than ever.
Nicole opens up about how losing a job early in 2025 created space for alignment, clarity, and renewed focus — and why passion projects can fuel your life in ways a traditional career sometimes can’t. She also walks through the mindset shifts that helped her protect her energy, tune out negativity, and stay grounded during a divisive and overwhelming year.
This episode also dives into the tools Nicole uses to prepare for a new year with intention, including Human Design, astrology, the Enneagram, vision boards, and daily mindset practices. She explains how apps like Align, Co–Star, and Activations — along with tools like ChatGPT — can be used for self-awareness, purpose discovery, and goal setting without feeling rigid or overwhelming.
If you’re heading into 2026 craving clarity, alignment, and a more intentional approach to growth, this episode is your reminder that believing in yourself comes first — long before anyone else does.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
End-of-year reflection and mindset shifts
Letting yourself enjoy a “good year” without guilt
Passion projects and purpose-driven work
Human Design, astrology, and Enneagram insights
Vision boards, goal setting, and quarterly planning
Protecting your energy and embracing alignment
If there’s something you’d love to hear more about on the podcast in 2026, Nicole invites you to reach out and share your ideas.
In this episode I interview Lauren Chesney Anderson, a coach specializing in astrology and human design. We discuss Lauren's journey from a corporate career to coaching, the significance of understanding one's human design, and how astrology can aid personal growth.
The conversation emphasizes the importance of individuality, intuition, and energy management in navigating life's changes.
Lauren shares practical applications of human design and insights into the current astrological trends affecting personal and collective energy.
Connect with Lauren on Insta
Check out her website
Hey hey, gang — welcome back to another No One Asked But... episode! It’s officially mid-December, the social calendars are packed, the holiday burnout is real, and my social battery has been blinking red. So today felt like the perfect day to cozy up, slow down, and answer your questions.
In this episode, I’m diving into a super fun, totally random listener Q&A — everything from how I juggle a full-time job, three kids, a podcast, and a side hustle… to long-term relationships, my best advice to my younger self, and yes, even the question I get asked all the time:
✨ “How do you fix your hair?” (Spoiler: my Dyson, a heated brush, and a straightener that moonlights as a curling iron.)
We also get into:
💬 Balancing “having it all” without pretending to do it all perfectly
💬 What 25 years of marriage has taught me about communication (and reality)
💬 Why passion projects can save your sanity
💬 The importance of friendships, fun, and having your people
💬 My holiday + NYE plans (spoiler: they include zero crowds and maybe being asleep by 12:01)
💬 The advice I would give 20-year-old me
💬 Shopping, girls’ days, travel, and what I think my empty-nest hobbies might be
It’s chatty, honest, lighthearted, and the perfect listen if you’re wrapping gifts, driving to a holiday party, or hiding from one. 😅
If you want to be featured in the next Q&A or have a guest you’d LOVE to hear from on the show in 2026, send me your recs — I’ll Venmo you for coffee.
Enjoy the episode, and happy (low-stress) holiday season, friends. 🎄✨
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Get 20% off Fatty15 HERE
In this week’s episode of The Wellthy Healthy Life, Nicole sits down with Dr. Sarah Daccarett, a hormone specialist and anti-aging expert, for a powerful and eye-opening conversation about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) — what it is, why it’s often misunderstood, and how it can truly change women’s lives.
Dr. Daccarett breaks down:
• The real reasons women’s hormones decline as early as their 30s — and why symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, irritability, and weight gain often go misdiagnosed.
• The difference between oral, patch, and vaginal hormone therapies and which forms are most effective and safest for long-term health.
• Why estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone all matter — and how balancing them can improve mood, metabolism, sleep, skin, and even longevity.
• The myths around estrogen and the outdated fear of HRT that still dominates traditional medicine.
• Why women shouldn’t have to wait until menopause to take control of their hormones — and how early intervention can support healthy aging and prevention.
Nicole and Dr. Daccarett also discuss the gender gap in medical care, the systemic lack of hormone education in conventional medicine, and how her company, Inner Balance MD, is changing the game for women through accessible, evidence-based care available in nearly all 50 states.
If you’ve ever felt dismissed by a provider, struggled with perimenopause symptoms, or wondered whether hormones could help you feel like yourself again — this episode is a must-listen.
✨ Resources Mentioned:
• Instagram: @innerbalancemd
• Follow Nicole at @wellthyhealthylife
In this week’s episode, Nicole sits down with Jennifer, owner of St. Louis Closets, to explore the surprising but powerful connection between organization, mental health, and everyday wellness. From custom closets to pantries, mudrooms, laundry rooms, and every space in between, Jennifer shares how thoughtful organization can completely shift the flow of your home—and your day.
Whether you’re a busy mom juggling kids’ activities, a professional trying to streamline your mornings, or someone craving less clutter and more calm, this conversation offers practical, approachable starting points to get organized without the overwhelm.
Nicole also opens up about her own journey with reducing clutter, the mental weight of messy spaces, and how even 10 minutes saved each morning can change everything for families on the go. You'll hear strategies for maximizing small spaces, tips for getting started when your whole house feels chaotic, and how to navigate opposite organizing personalities (including Nicole’s own “purger vs. hoarder” marriage dynamic!).
In This Episode We Cover:
Why an organized space is a wellness practice
How clutter impacts stress, anxiety, and mental load
Small changes that create big shifts in your daily routine
How custom closets and thoughtful design save real time (up to 10 minutes a day!)
Practical places to start when your home feels overwhelming
What to do when you and your partner have totally different organizing styles
If organized spaces help you feel calmer, more productive, or more in control—this episode is for you.
If you enjoy the show, please rate, review, share, and subscribe. It truly supports the podcast!
Follow Jennifer on Insta HERE
If food feels like a constant mental battle — especially around the holidays — this episode is for you. With Thanksgiving and the season of gatherings, desserts, and diet talk in full swing, Nicole sits down with Sandy Zeldes, certified nutrition consultant, former chef, and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) practitioner, for a powerful conversation about the real roots of emotional eating and body image struggles.
Together, we unpack why so many high-achieving, health-conscious women (especially in midlife) still feel trapped in cycles of cravings, dieting, shame, and self-criticism — even when they “know what to do.” Sandy shares why weight gain is often a symptom, not the problem, and how healing subconscious beliefs and past experiences can create lasting freedom with food.
This is a hope-filled, eye-opening episode that goes far beyond meal plans and willpower. If you’ve ever felt like you “should have this figured out by now,” you are not alone — and you are not broken. There is another way.
In this episode, we talk about:
Why food and body struggles aren’t actually about food
How childhood messages and family patterns shape our relationship with eating
The dieting epidemic in women over 40 and why it keeps repeating
Black-and-white “good food/bad food” thinking and the perfectionism trap
Why willpower fails when subconscious needs are running the show
What EFT/tapping is and how it helps heal emotional roots of cravings
Real client stories of releasing diet obsession and emotional reliance on food or alcohol
How to move toward peace, pleasure, and trust with eating — even during the holidays
If this hit home for you, send it to a friend, subscribe, and leave a review — that’s how the show grows and how more women find this message.
Resources mentioned:
Check Out Sandy's website HERE
Articles Sandy mentioned HERE & HERE
In this week’s episode of No One Asked But…, I’m recapping my recent work trip to Dallas — from incredible shopping (hello, vintage Levi’s and the denim whisperer) to the kind of big-city energy that makes you rethink where you live. If you’ve ever traveled somewhere and instantly felt like, I could live here, this episode will hit home.
I’m diving into:• What makes certain cities feel so energizing and inspiring• How travel can spark the desire to move or start fresh• Our family’s conversations about possibly relocating in 2026• What Dallas gets right—shopping, food, atmosphere, and opportunity
I’m also chatting about the relatable everyday things we all deal with:• Road rage (the honest, mildly unhinged but harmless kind)• Why my husband and I should never drive in the same car• The anxiety of riding with teens who just learned to drive• My biggest pet peeve: loud public phone conversations in restaurants, nail salons, and grocery stores
If you love lifestyle chats, travel reflections, relationship dynamics, or just hearing someone rant about things you secretly think too… you’re in exactly the right place.
Plus: I’m planning my 2026 podcast calendar — two episodes a week, including weekly wellness, beauty, fashion, relationship, and lifestyle topics. If you send me your ideas on Instagram, you’ll be entered to win a $100 gift card.
If you enjoy the show, please hit subscribe, rate, and leave a review. It truly helps this podcast grow and helps more women find it.
Thanks for being here — see you next week!
Resources mentioned:
Follow the vintage store HERE
Follow me on Insta HERE
Get 20% off Fatty15 HERE
Why do we age — and can we actually slow it down? In this fascinating conversation, Nicole sits down with longevity researcher Dr. Bill Andrews, one of the world’s leading experts on telomeres and cellular aging.
Dr. Andrews explains what telomeres are (the protective “caps” on our DNA), how they shorten over time, and why that process plays a central role in aging. He shares the groundbreaking discovery of telomerase, the enzyme that can lengthen telomeres, and what his lab has found about turning it back on inside our cells.
You’ll also learn:
• What lifestyle habits accelerate telomere shortening — and how to stop them
• The connection between exercise, inflammation, and longevity
• How supplements like NAD (nicotinamide riboside), urolithin A, and NAC support healthy aging
• What telomere testing really shows — and where to get it done
• The role of Televital and plant extracts that support telomerase activation
This episode blends science and practical wellness advice to help you understand what truly impacts your biological age — and how to take control of it.
Mentioned in this episode:
• LifeLength.com — Telomere testing lab
• TheGoodInside.com — Touchstone Essentials (Televital)
Disclaimer: This episode is for informational purposes only and not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement or protocol.
This week, Nicole gets real about her personal and professional growth in 2025 — the unexpected job loss that turned into a blessing, the decision to hire a coach, and how surrounding herself with high-achieving, supportive women completely changed her confidence and direction.
In this solo episode, she reflects on what this past year taught her about resilience, alignment, and taking bold action — even when the timing isn’t perfect. From letting go of toxic work environments to stepping into new opportunities that actually feel aligned, Nicole shares what it really looks like to trust the process and invest in yourself.
She also dives into three key takeaways that helped her grow this year:
✨ Invest in yourself — whether through coaching, education, or self-reflection.
✨ Surround yourself with expanders — people who uplift, inspire, and challenge you.
✨ Start embodying the version of you that you want to become — right now.
This episode is your gentle reminder that there’s never a “perfect” time to start. Whether it’s launching the thing, leaving the job, or booking the trip — life is happening now.
Resources mentioned:
Episode with my coach Christina HERE
When your child is hurting, you’d do anything to fix it—but mental health isn’t a quick bandage. In this heartfelt conversation, nurse practitioner, coach, and Warrior Mom Rising author Jenn Robb joins Nicole to talk about her family’s multi-year journey through her daughter’s anxiety, depression, self-harm, and trauma—and the practical ways moms can advocate fiercely for their kids without losing themselves in the process.
You’ll hear honest stories, faith-grounded encouragement, and step-by-step strategies for boundaries, self-care that actually fits real life, and navigating therapists, psychiatrists, schools, and systems that often feel impossible.
In this episode, we cover:
The reality of the teen mental health crisis—and why moms feel so alone
What “advocacy” looks like in the real world (asking hard questions, changing providers, and trusting your gut)
How to vet therapists and why EMDR and CBT can help after trauma
Creating calm at home: simple self-care, sleep hygiene, and phone boundaries that move the needle
The difference between carrying your child’s burden vs. being their support
Faith, surrender, and finding peace when you’re not in control
Protecting your energy: boundaries with well-meaning family and friends
Hope on the other side: Chloe’s update and what thriving can look like
Resources Mentioned:
Book: Warrior Mom Rising by Jenn Robb — available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble
Website: warriormomcoach.net
Follow Jenn on Insta HERE
Hey gang, and welcome back to No One Asked But! This week’s episode is a little bit of everything — just the way we like it around here. From the wild world of hair extensions (and why some of them drive me absolutely crazy) to the simple act of sizing up your jeans (and how that can instantly change how you feel about your body), we’re covering a lot of ground.
I’m also diving into mom life in November — birthday chaos, the invisible labor that comes with planning it all, and why sometimes it feels like women are doing a million things just to make magic happen. And then, of course, the big question: can we really have it all?
Spoiler alert: I think you can… just not all at once.
We’ll chat about what that looks like in different seasons of life, setting boundaries, saying no, and redefining what “having it all” actually means — especially for working moms, corporate girlies, and women building something beyond the 9–5.
And if you’ve got thoughts, I want to hear them! Send me your feedback, ideas for next year’s episodes, or anything you want more (or less) of — over on Instagram @wellthyhealthylife. You’ll even be entered into a $100 gift card giveaway for sharing your ideas!
So grab your coffee, settle in, and let’s talk hair, jeans, motherhood, and the myth of “having it all.”
Nicole talks with Adi Wyshogrod, RD, co-founder of Everlong—a telehealth nutrition counseling company covered by insurance—about the roots of emotional eating, building sustainable habits, and smart nutrition on GLP-1s. Expect practical awareness tools, behavior swaps, and guidance for long-term results (with or without medication).
Everlong’s model: insurance-covered, virtual, behavior-first nutrition care
Why willpower fails: the role of childhood conditioning, social pressure, and emotions
Awareness practice: log what you eat, why you reached for it, how you felt after
Habit replacements that match the reward you’re seeking (stress relief, connection, etc.)
GLP-1 essentials: protein targets, nutrient density, energy, muscle preservation, side-effect reduction
Support for the spectrum: weight concerns, disordered eating tendencies, and body image work
Seasons of life: why 9–12 months of support helps through holidays, transitions, and triggers
Get started with Everlong: quick insurance check and scheduling
Check Out Everlong HERE
Follow Everlong on INSTA
In this week’s episode of No One Asked But.... Nicole gets real about why being in your 40s (and beyond) is completely underrated.
From finally letting go of caring what other people think to rediscovering who you are outside of motherhood or career, Nicole shares how this season of life can actually be one of the most freeing and fulfilling yet.
She opens up about how her 40s have brought more confidence, clarity, and intention — and why it’s time to wear the outfit, take the trip, start the hobby, and stop apologizing for living life on your terms.
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering whether your best years are behind you, this episode is your reminder that they’re actually just beginning.
✨ In this episode, we talk about:
Why confidence and self-trust naturally deepen in your 40s
The beauty of caring less about others’ opinions
Redefining what “fun” and fulfillment look like as your kids grow up
Finding your tribe and prioritizing intentional friendships
Choosing joy, adventure, and freedom in this next chapter
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Finances are a wellness pillar—and in this candid conversation, Nicole sits down with Certified Financial Planner™ and author Shannon Ryan to unpack the emotional side of money. Shannon shares insights from 30+ years advising families, why “money is emotional” (not just math), and how our upbringing creates “financial scar tissue” that still drives our habits today.
They dig into women’s unique challenges and strengths with investing, why partnership and transparency in relationships matter, and the practical steps to align your spending with what you actually want—whether that’s travel, a smaller mortgage, or simply less stress. You’ll leave feeling informed, empowered, and ready to make decisions that match your real life—not society’s highlight reel.
Why money belongs in your wellness plan
How to spot (and heal) your “financial scar tissue”
The power of women as investors—and why representation matters
Budget vs. lifestyle alignment: how to course-correct without shame
Questions to ask your partner (and your advisor) for true transparency
Shannon’s book: Your Money Has Feelings
Shannon’s site & TEDx: Shannon-Ryan.com
Links & resources
- Shannon's website HERE
- Shannon's Linkedin HERE
- Shannon's Book HERE
After years of feeling “off,” Nicole opens up in this honest and relatable solo episode about the five-year stretch that tested her energy, mindset, and overall health — and what’s finally helping her feel like herself again.
She shares the supplements, lifestyle shifts, and mindset changes that made a real difference — from hormone testing and therapy to magnesium, NAD injections, and slowing down high-intensity workouts. Nicole also dives into what it means to honor rest, set boundaries, and give yourself permission to evolve as your body and life change.
If you’ve been feeling burned out, anxious, or not quite like yourself lately, this episode will remind you that healing isn’t instant — but it’s absolutely possible.
🔍 You’ll hear Nicole talk about:
The role therapy and boundaries played in her mental health comeback
Why hormone testing was a game-changer (and what she learned from it)
How supplements like magnesium, vitamin D, and Fatty15 have helped
Why slowing down workouts and prioritizing recovery can increase energy
The mindset shifts that turned everything around
💬 “Good things take time. But you can feel better — and you deserve to.”
Feeling drained, dismissed, or stuck on a prescription treadmill? In this episode, Nicole sits down with Dr. Joe Jacko—internal medicine physician, sports-medicine trained longevity expert, and author of Bamboozled, Duped, and Hoodwinked—to unpack what’s broken in modern healthcare and how to advocate for better care.
They dive into why quick-fix prescribing often misses the root cause, how insurance metrics limit appointment time, and what to ask when choosing a physician. Dr. Jacko shares practical ways to boost energy and longevity with nutrition, movement, stress management, sleep, and when hormone replacement therapy or peptides (GLP-1s, BPC-157) may help. You’ll hear about direct primary care, understanding relative vs. absolute risk (NNT), and why simple habits—post-meal walks, strength training, community—outperform most pills.
If you’ve explored functional or integrative options, considered NAD, or just want a doctor who listens, this conversation gives you clear next steps, smart questions, and realistic pathways—whether you’re using insurance or paying out of pocket.
If you found this helpful, please follow, rate, and review—then share it with a friend who’s navigating the system.
Resources mentioned:
Check out the book Bamboozled, Duped, and Hoodwinked
Check out the website: WeAreTheArmory.com
Follow on Insta HERE
In this week’s episode of The Wellthy Healthy Life, Nicole sits down with Dr. Sarah Daccarett, a hormone specialist and anti-aging expert, for a powerful and eye-opening conversation about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) — what it is, why it’s often misunderstood, and how it can truly change women’s lives.
Dr. Daccarett breaks down:
The real reasons women’s hormones decline as early as their 30s — and why symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, irritability, and weight gain often go misdiagnosed.
The difference between oral, patch, and vaginal hormone therapies and which forms are most effective and safest for long-term health.
Why estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone all matter — and how balancing them can improve mood, metabolism, sleep, skin, and even longevity.
The myths around estrogen and the outdated fear of HRT that still dominates traditional medicine.
Why women shouldn’t have to wait until menopause to take control of their hormones — and how early intervention can support healthy aging and prevention.
Nicole and Dr. Daccarett also discuss the gender gap in medical care, the systemic lack of hormone education in conventional medicine, and how her company, Inner Balance MD, is changing the game for women through accessible, evidence-based care available in nearly all 50 states.
If you’ve ever felt dismissed by a provider, struggled with perimenopause symptoms, or wondered whether hormones could help you feel like yourself again — this episode is a must-listen.
✨ Resources Mentioned:
Instagram: @innerbalancemd
Follow Nicole at @wellthyhealthylife
In this “No One Asked But…” Nicole opens up about the eternal style debate: luxury vs. fast fashion. Is that designer bag really worth it—or are high-quality dupes and smart basics the better move? She shares what she’ll splurge on (timeless handbags, great denim, comfortable shoes) and where she saves (trendy pieces, everyday jewelry), calling out brands like Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci, Rag & Bone, Reformation, Zara, Mango, and more.
Then we pivot to guilty-pleasure TV: Nicole’s reality-show rotation (hello, Real Housewives) and a spicy take on the latest Love Is Blind—from “is love really blind?” to red flags, fame-chasing contestants, and why so many storylines feel manufactured. If you’ve ever wrestled with buying “the real thing” or needed a brain-break TV binge, this one’s for you.
How Nicole decides when to invest vs. when to find a dupe
The case for timeless handbags and great denim (and the brands that last)
Where fast fashion still makes sense—and where it doesn’t
Comfort tradeoffs with budget shoes & everyday jewelry tips
Why Love Is Blind is chaos…and why we still watch
Old-school RHONY nostalgia vs. today’s engineered drama