The Charlene Gisele Show

⚠️ Feeling Drained Lately? Take this free burnout test and see how close you are to the edge: https://4db9-coach.systeme.io/6ad5c8b6 [https://4db9-coach.systeme.io/6ad5c8b6] In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Sarah and Elli from My Connected Motherhood — holistic baby sleep experts who are revolutionizing how we think about infant sleep without the tears, timers, or guilt that comes with traditional sleep training. From debunking the myth of "self-soothing" to revealing why your baby's sleep struggles might actually be completely normal, these two incredible moms get real about co-regulation, attachment, and why following your instincts as a parent is more powerful than any rigid sleep schedule. Whether you're a stressed new mom, expecting your first baby, or just exhausted from conflicting sleep advice, this conversation will completely transform how you approach baby sleep and your own well-being. What we cover:  ✔️ Why traditional sleep training ignores your baby's developing brain  ✔️ The truth about "self-soothing" (spoiler: babies literally can't do it)  ✔️ How your stress directly impacts your baby's sleep patterns  ✔️ Co-regulation techniques that calm both you and baby  ✔️ Bed-sharing myths busted: the real safety facts vs. fear-mongering  ✔️ Why sleep anxiety starts before your baby is even born  ✔️ Holistic approaches that honor both your needs and baby's  ✔️ How to build secure attachment through responsive nighttime parenting  ✔️ Practical survival tips for sleep-deprived mama days  ✔️ Breaking the cycle of mom guilt around sleep decisions Sarah and Elli don't just offer another sleep method — they're empowering parents to trust their instincts while understanding the science behind healthy infant sleep development. Timestamps:  00:02 – Welcome and how personal struggles led to expertise  04:48 – What is baby sleep training really? (And why timing comfort feels wrong)  08:17 – The stress-baby sleep connection that no one talks about  14:13 – Sensory regulation techniques for overwhelmed moms  18:48 – Myth-busting: Why babies can't actually "self-soothe"  25:06 – The power of secure attachment in sleep decisions  27:10 – Bed-sharing: Safety facts vs. cultural fear  31:16 – From overwhelmed to empowered: trusting your parental instincts  34:41 – Sleep anxiety before baby even arrives  39:30 – Surviving the sleep-deprived mama days with grace Resources: * Follow My Connected Motherhood on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myconnectedmotherhood/ [https://www.instagram.com/myconnectedmotherhood/] * Recommended reading "Safe Infant Sleep" by James McKenna: https://www.amazon.com/Safe-Infant-Sleep-Cosleeping-Questions/dp/1930775768 [https://www.amazon.com/Safe-Infant-Sleep-Cosleeping-Questions/dp/1930775768] * Visit their website: https://www.myconnectedmotherhood.com/ [https://www.myconnectedmotherhood.com/] 📲 Connect with Me: 🌍 Website: https://charlenegisele.com [https://charlenegisele.com]  📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/charlenegisele [https://instagram.com/charlenegisele] 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/]

⚠️ Feeling Drained Lately? Take this free burnout test and see how close you are to the edge: https://4db9-coach.systeme.io/6ad5c8b6 [https://4db9-coach.systeme.io/6ad5c8b6]  In this fascinating episode, I sit down with Professor Russell Foster — Oxford neuroscientist and world-leading sleep expert — to dive deep into the science of sleep and why it's the ultimate superpower for high-performers who think they're "too busy" to prioritize rest. From debunking blue light myths to revealing the shocking truth about sleep trackers, Russell gets real about why our "sleep when you're dead" culture is literally killing our performance, mental health, and decision-making abilities. Whether you're a chronic insomniac, jet lag warrior, or just someone who thinks 5 hours is "enough," this episode will completely transform how you think about sleep. What we cover:  ✔️ Why "sleep is for wimps" culture is destroying high-performers  ✔️ The neuroscience behind burnout and sleep disruption (it's a vicious cycle)  ✔️ Blue light myths BUSTED — your Kindle isn't the real problem  ✔️ Why sleep trackers are making your insomnia worse, not better  ✔️ The truth about melatonin (spoiler: it's not a sleep hormone)  ✔️ Jet lag hacks that actually work (and why traveling east is harder)  ✔️ Breaking the stimulant-sedative cycle that's hijacking your nights  ✔️ Performance anxiety sleep loops and how to interrupt them  ✔️ Why separate bedrooms might save your relationship (and your sanity)  ✔️ The breakthrough drug that could eliminate jet lag forever Russell doesn't just share theory — he reveals cutting-edge research from his Oxford lab that's revolutionizing how we understand sleep, mental health, and peak performance. 👇 Ready to break free from burnout and toxic work culture? Join my signature course: https://charlenegisele.com/burnout-course [https://charlenegisele.com/burnout-course]  Timestamps:  00:00 – Welcome and Russell's journey from marine biology to sleep science  05:04 – Why our culture treats sleep as weakness, not a superpower  08:17 – The shocking connection between mental illness and sleep disruption  16:38 – Breaking the stimulant-sedative cycle that's destroying your sleep  20:01 – Blue light myths debunked: your Kindle isn't the enemy  26:33 – Jet lag science and why traveling east is brutal on your brain  34:40 – The paradox of sleep trackers making insomnia worse  40:18 – Performance anxiety loops: when your brain won't switch off  47:00 – Sleep hygiene that actually works (hint: it's not what you think)  52:55 – Why "sleep divorce" might save your relationship Resources: * Russell's book "Lifetime": https://www.amazon.com/Life-Time-Clock-Essential-Health/dp/B0B8TFDG2P/ref=sr_1_1?crid=31HN93BO9L1PQ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.plqXZ9RM18JMCLuyRhgeFQ.qEtW4MTMGVzKdkOWZHmgJtqQXe7Aul3QW9EN_bpP43Q&dib_tag=se&keywords=prof+russell+foster+lifetime&qid=1750803681&sprefix=prof+rusell+foster+lifetim%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-1 [https://www.amazon.com/Life-Time-Clock-Essential-Health/dp/B0B8TFDG2P/ref=sr_1_1?crid=31HN93BO9L1PQ&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.plqXZ9RM18JMCLuyRhgeFQ.qEtW4MTMGVzKdkOWZHmgJtqQXe7Aul3QW9EN_bpP43Q&dib_tag=se&keywords=prof+russell+foster+lifetime&qid=1750803681&sprefix=prof+rusell+foster+lifetim%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-1]  * Oxford Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute: https://www.ndcn.ox.ac.uk/research/sleep-circadian-neuroscience-institute [https://www.ndcn.ox.ac.uk/research/sleep-circadian-neuroscience-institute]  📲 Connect with Me: 🌍 Website: https://charlenegisele.com [https://charlenegisele.com]  📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/charlenegisele [https://instagram.com/charlenegisele] 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/]

⚠️ Feeling Drained Lately? Take this free burnout test and see how close you are to the edge: https://4db9-coach.systeme.io/6ad5c8b6 [https://4db9-coach.systeme.io/6ad5c8b6]  👇 Ready to break free from burnout and toxic work culture? Join my signature course: https://charlenegisele.com/burnout-course [https://charlenegisele.com/burnout-course] In this 15-minute guided meditation, you'll experience:  • Immediate nervous system regulation through structured breathing  • A full body scan to release physical tension and stress  • Guided visualization to cultivate calm and clarity  • Practical techniques you can use anytime, anywhere Why this matters for your performance:  ✓ Sharper focus and decision-making  ✓ Reduced stress and reactivity ✓ Improved cognitive function  ✓ Better emotional regulation ✓ Enhanced productivity and clarity Perfect for: • Lawyers, executives, and high-pressure professionals • Anyone experiencing burnout or decision fatigue • People who think they "don't have time" for self-care • Skeptics who want a practical, no-nonsense approach How to use this episode: Find 15 minutes in your day—whether it's before a big meeting, during lunch, or before bed.  All you need is a quiet space and headphones.  No experience required. Can be used as:  ✅ NSDR ✅ Breathwork ✅ Guided Meditation ✅ Mindfulness ✅ Visualization ✅ Breathwork Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Why busy professionals need meditation most  02:30 - Setting up your practice space  03:00 - Guided breathing technique (4-6 count)  05:30 - Full body scan for tension release  09:00 - Positive visualization and color breathing  12:00 - Gratitude practice and memory recall  14:30 - Returning to awareness and integration 📲 Connect with Me: 🌍 Website: https://charlenegisele.com [https://charlenegisele.com]  📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/charlenegisele [https://instagram.com/charlenegisele] 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/]

⚠️ Feeling Drained Lately? Take this free burnout test and see how close you are to the edge: https://4db9-coach.systeme.io/6ad5c8b6 [https://4db9-coach.systeme.io/6ad5c8b6]  👇 Ready to break free from burnout and toxic work culture? Join my signature course: https://charlenegisele.com/burnout-course [https://charlenegisele.com/burnout-course] In this powerful episode, I sit down with Jodie Hill — employment lawyer, law firm founder, and mental health advocate — to unpack her incredible journey from breakdown to breakthrough, and how she's revolutionizing the legal profession one vulnerable conversation at a time. From undiagnosed ADHD to founding her own progressive law firm at just 29, Jodie gets brutally honest about her mental health struggles, the shame of panic attacks, and why traditional legal culture is toxic for so many brilliant minds. Whether you're struggling with burnout, suspect you might have ADHD, or want to create a more human workplace, this episode pulls no punches.   What we cover:  ✔️ The real story behind her mental breakdown and recovery  ✔️ How undiagnosed ADHD was fueling her anxiety for years  ✔️ Why ADHD medication is a stimulant (and how it actually works)  ✔️ The toxic culture of billable hours and utilization targets  ✔️ How she built a law firm with zero billable hour requirements  ✔️ Why taking breaks makes you a better leader, not a weak one  ✔️ Her daily ADHD management strategies (from yoga to surfing)  ✔️ How to create psychological safety in high-pressure environments Jodie doesn't just talk about change — she's living proof that you can build a thriving business while prioritizing mental health and authentic leadership. Timestamps:  00:00 – From working class to law firm founder  05:53 – The mental breakdown that changed everything  12:45 – Living with undiagnosed ADHD in a high-pressure career  20:26 – The shame, guilt, and imposter syndrome cycle  26:17 – How ADHD medication actually works (spoiler: it's not what you think)  32:00 – Daily ADHD management: movement, routine, and self-awareness  36:27 – Why she replaced HIIT classes with yoga and surfing  41:36 – "You're always on holiday" — dealing with judgment as a leader  45:20 – Breaking the billable hours culture at Thrive Law  50:48 – How progressive clients are driving legal industry change Resources: * Discover Jodie's work: https://thrivelaw.co.uk [https://thrivelaw.co.uk] * Follow Jodie on Instagram: @iamjodiehill / https://www.instagram.com/iamjodiehill/ [https://www.instagram.com/iamjodiehill/]  * Connect on LinkedIn and TikTok: @iamjodiehill / https://www.tiktok.com/@iamjodiehill [https://www.tiktok.com/@iamjodiehill]  * Thrive Law socials: @thrive_law / https://www.instagram.com/thrive_law/ [https://www.instagram.com/thrive_law/]  📲 Connect with Me: 🌍 Website: https://charlenegisele.com [https://charlenegisele.com]  📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/charlenegisele [https://instagram.com/charlenegisele] 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/charl%C3%A8ne-gis%C3%A8le-bourliout/]

🎁 Free Guide: 20 Reasons Why I Eat Meat - Download here: https://charlenegisele.com/eat-meat/ 🎙In this powerful episode, I sit down with Dr. Lisa Wiedeman aka. CarnivoreDoctor — eye doctor, carnivore advocate, and recovered food addict — to unpack the hidden drivers behind modern burnout, disordered eating, and our toxic relationship with processed food. From secret binge cycles to carb “sobriety,” Dr. Lisa gets brutally honest about her past struggles with bulimia, her 16-year carnivore lifestyle, and why most of what we’ve been told about health is dead wrong. 🧠 Whether you’re battling burnout, hooked on sugar, or curious about the carnivore lifestyle, this episode pulls no punches. ✨ What we cover: ✔️ How stress, sugar, and screens are hijacking your health ✔️ Why some foods trigger addiction — and others don’t ✔️ The truth about carbs, cravings, and food freedom ✔️ Why she no longer wears sunglasses (eye-opening insights!) ✔️ What “sober behavior” with food really means ✔️ How you can radically reclaim your energy, clarity, and confidence 💥 Dr. Lisa doesn’t just talk theory. She lives it — and her results speak for themselves. 👇 Ready to break free from burnout and food chaos?  Join my signature course: https://charlenegisele.com/burnout-course [https://charlenegisele.com/burnout-course] Timestamps:  00:00 – Why you can’t stop eating junk food 03:02 – Dr. Lisa’s 30-year struggle with binge eating 06:45 – The hidden triggers behind food addiction 11:15 – Carnivore as a tool to stop food noise 16:30 – The “sober eating” approach explained 22:48 – Why keto snacks still keep you hooked 28:10 – Emotional eating vs. true hunger 33:20 – How ultra-processed foods hijack your brain 40:05 – Food, light, and circadian health connection 49:30 – Can your diet really heal your eyes? 56:00 – Lisa’s 3-circle food system: Green, Yellow, Red 01:03:00 – Final advice for breaking the binge cycle Resources: * Discover Dr. Lisa’s work: https://www.carnivore-doctor.com/ [https://www.carnivore-doctor.com/] * Follow Dr. Lisa on Instagram: @carnivoredoctor [https://www.instagram.com/carnivoredoctor/] * Join Dr. Lisa’s Carb Sober Community: https://carnivore-doctor-community.mn.co/ [https://carnivore-doctor-community.mn.co/] 📲 Connect with Me: 🌍 Website: charlenegisele.com [https://charlenegisele.com] 📸 Instagram: @charlenegisele [https://instagram.com/charlenegisele] 💼 LinkedIn: Charlène Gisèle [https://linkedin.com/in/charlenegisele]