In this episode, Steph talks about emotional regulation, staying connected to yourself through hard seasons, and why mental + emotional health matter more than we sometimes realize. She shares how stress, uncertainty, grief, and life transitions can pull us away from ourselves — and why building an emotional regulation toolbox can help us feel more grounded, supported, and connected. Steph also dives into getting out of your thoughts and back into your body, processing emotions instead of suppressing them, and learning how to come back home to yourself when life feels heavy.

0:56 – Hard seasons can disconnect us

1:32 – What disconnecting looks like

2:31 – Emotional regulation

3:11 – Impacts of stress on the body

4:11 – "You can't think your way into safety"

5:01 – Emotional regulation toolbox

8:21 – Intuition vs fear

10:26 – Feel the emotion • name the emotion • move the emotion

13:19 – Flexible Wellness’ framework

14:10 – Growth work

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What happens after you’ve already done the healing?

In this episode, Steph shares what it’s looked like to actually live her growth—not just understand it. She reflects on 2025 as a year of integration, what it means to embody the person she’s been working toward, and how old patterns can still show up even when you’ve grown.

This conversation explores navigating triggers from a grounded place, adjusting to healthier relationships, and what it really takes to become someone who no longer settles. If you’ve ever felt like your growth doesn’t “count” because it’s not loud or life-altering, this is your reminder that real transformation often happens in the way you respond — not just what you’ve been through.

If you’ve been in a season that feels calm, quiet, or uncertain… you’re not behind — you’re becoming.

1:28 – Third of the way through 2026

2:35 – Reframing 2025

3:36 – Origin story

6:02 – Healing vs embodiment

6:50 – The truth about growth

7:39 – How to respond in a healthier way

10:09 – Healthy relationships are hard too

12:02 – Becoming someone who doesn’t settle

14:07 – Growth work

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Elevate to your highest self www.flexiblewellness.net

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In this special episode, Steph is joined by her Uncle Mike — a seasoned physical therapist — to talk all things core stability, movement patterns, and how reconnecting to your body can transform the way you move, exercise, and feel. Together, they created Find My Core, a 7-day mini video course designed to help you properly engage your core, improve posture, and reduce pain.

Mike shares what he sees every day in his practice, how most people are doing core work wrong, and why slowing down and reactivating your deep stabilizers is the true path to strength and freedom in your body.

They also give you a behind-the-scenes look at how they created this program — and how you can start feeling more aligned and connected from the inside out.

🎥 Learn more about Find My Core and how to access the mini course here – use code BLISSUP for 50% off!! (expires 8/31/25)

2:04 – Mike D’Aquila’s background/education

4:46 – movement issues & misconceptions

6:48 – you can be strong with weak

9:50 – creating the stability program

10:15 – how to engage the core properly

20:45 – the reason for joint pain

30:25 – about Find My Core

32:40 – who is this program for

34:27 – benefits of the program

47:33 – results of program participants

56:18 – next steps/how to access

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Contact Michael D’Aquila - Michaeldmspt@yahoo.com

Follow for episode sneak peaks: @blissuppodcast

Follow for simple swaps and habits to naturally shift from burnout to bliss: @blisswithstephf

Follow to balance your wellness and life, and become your own healer: @flexiblewellness

Elevate to your highest self www.flexiblewellness.net

RESOURCES

Apply for 1:1 Wellness + Fitness Coaching – my personalized private coaching will guide you in transforming your body, mind, and life so you can elevate to your most favorite self

*This podcast represents the opinions of the hosts and their guests. The content presented in the podcast is for entertainment and informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice. We are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.

*You may have to turn your volume up to hear, but don't forget to turn your volume back down!!*