I will talk about how to use meditation as a tool for real-life wellness, especially for midlife women managing stress, burnout, and busy schedules.

I will explore different types of meditation, including breath work, body awareness, walking meditation, mantra meditation, and visualization, providing practical guidance and illustrating how these practices can be seamlessly integrated into everyday life.

00:00 Introduction & Welcome

02:43 What is Meditation?

04:47 Types of Meditation

04:52 Breath Work

06:05 Body Awareness Meditation

07:24 Walking Meditation

08:35 Mantra Meditation

09:34 Visualization Meditation

12:08 When to Meditate

12:43 Guided Meditation

15:45 Closing & Resources

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Season 6 Premiere of 'Fit, Fun, and Frazzled,' I am back after a brief hiatus.

I share my personal journey and tools for managing mindset, mental health, spirituality, fitness, and overall well-being. The episode talks about mantras, their origins, the science behind them, and their practical applications in everyday life.

I will talk about how mantras differ from affirmations, offers popular examples, and guide listeners on crafting their own.

00:00 Welcome Back to Fit, Fun, and Frazzled!

00:23 The Importance of Mindset and Meditation

02:36 Introducing the 31-Day Meditation Program

04:58 Understanding Mantras

07:58 The Science Behind Mantras

10:54 How to Use Mantras in Daily Life

12:25 Popular Mantras and Their Meanings

14:03 Creating Your Own Mantra

17:31 Closing Thoughts and Announcements

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Hi guys!! I'm back. I took a much shorter break then I planned on taking but I want to keep sharing and helping other women.

All new episode and season 6 drops tomorrow 2/4/26. Make sure to subscribe and stay up to date on all new episodes.

New episodes drop every Wednesday.

This is your space for fitness, mindset, meditation, and real lifewellness, without the pressure or obsession, or the perfection.

This show is for all the midlife women whether your a mom, balancing work, hormones, mental load, and a never ending to do list you’re in the right place.

We’ll talk strength, stress, burnout, fitness, nervous system resets, pop culture, and a little spiritual woo woo to keep it interesting.

Welcome to Fit, Fun, and Frazzled I’m your host Nikki Lanigan Now take a deep breath, and let’s go.

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In this heartfelt solo episode, Nikki Lanigan shares her decision to take an indefinate break from Fit, Fun, and Frazzled podcast.

She opens up about burnout, the challenges of juggling work, family, and creative pursuits, and the importance of redefining what success means in midlife.

Nikki reflects on lessons learned in her late forties, the pressure of comparison, and the value of letting go of timelines and expectations.

Whether you’re navigating your own transitions or seeking inspiration to slow down and realign, this episode offers honest insights and encouragement for embracing change and finding fulfillment on your own terms.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 — Introduction to Fit, Fun, and Frazzled
• 00:23 — Announcing an Indefinite Break
• 00:59 — Feeling Burnt Out from Doing Too Much
• 02:24 — Turning 47 and Still Figuring It Out
• 03:37 — The Challenges of Late Forties
• 04:22 — Questioning Success and Comparison
• 06:02 — Redefining What Success Means
• 08:06 — Letting Go and Shifting Perspective
• 08:59 — What Success Could Look Like in 2026
• 09:57 — Final Thoughts and Holiday Wishes

After 300+ episodes and 5 years of recording, editing, producing, doing social media, and running it all myself, I think it's time to take an extended break. Thank you for sharing this journey with me through the past 5 years of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled!

I appreciate you all so much more than you will ever know!!

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In this episode of "Fit, Fun, and Frazzled," Nikki Lanigan recaps the biggest wellness, fitness, and pop culture trends of 2025 and shares her predictions for 2026.

From strength training and sleep tech to music, movies, and fashion, Nikki explores what’s hot, what’s fading, and how to find balance in a world of extremes.

Tune in for practical tips, pop culture highlights, and inspiration for a healthier, happier year ahead!

00:00 – Introduction & Welcome
00:29 – Meet Your Host: Nikki Lanigan
01:00 – Sponsor Shoutouts & Special Offers
02:25 – Main Episode Begins: 2025 Wellness Trends
03:00 – The Year of Extremes: Team Culture & Wellness Fads
07:00 – Strength, Simplicity, and Self-Regulation
10:30 – Weighted Vests, Hybrid Workouts, and Recovery
13:30 – The Rise of Sleep Tracking & Wearable Tech
16:00 – Ortho Insomnia: When Tracking Goes Too Far
18:30 – 2026 Predictions: From Burnout to Balance
22:00 – Pop Culture & Entertainment Recap (Music, Movies, TV, Fashion)
30:00 – Key Takeaways & Final Thoughts
32:00 – Closing & How to Support the Show

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In this episode of Fit, Fun, and Frazzled, host Nikki Lanigan guides listeners through the art and science of vision boarding. Nikki shares her personal end-of-year rituals, reflects on turning 47, and explains how vision boards can help manifest your goals for 2026.

She breaks down the neuroscience behind visualization, offers step-by-step instructions for creating a meaningful vision board, and encourages listeners to focus on feelings and intentions rather than just material goals.

Whether you’re a vision board veteran or a first-timer, this episode is packed with inspiration, practical tips, and heartfelt advice for starting your new year with clarity.

• 00:00 — Introduction & Birthday Reflections
• 00:32 — Why Vision Boards Are My Favorite End-of-Year Practice
• 01:30 — Turning 47: Feeling Discouraged But Grateful
• 04:30 — What Is a Vision Board?
• 05:21 — The Science Behind Vision Boards
• 07:57 — How Your Brain's RAS Makes Vision Boards Work
• 11:34 — The Power of Aligned Action
• 12:38 — Step 1: Reflection and Celebration of 2025
• 14:39 — Starting with Feelings, Not Things
• 19:14 — Step 2: Choose Your Life Categories
• 22:25 — Step 3: Finding Images That Make You Feel
• 24:40 — Step 4: Putting It All Together with Intention
• 28:45 — Step 5: Activating Your Vision Board
• 29:45 — Step 6: Let Your Vision Board Evolve
• 32:32 — Final Thoughts: Cultivating Energy and Emotion
• 34:00 — Closing & Resources
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The end of the year always carries a beautiful mix of reflection and anticipation. It feels like a soft exhale after a long season of doing and giving and managing so much. It is a time when we naturally look back at what shaped us and gently turn toward what we are ready to create next

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In this episode, Nikki Lanigan dives into the often-unseen mental and emotional load that women carry during the holiday season. She shares personal stories about family, aging, and the pressure to “do it all,” while offering practical advice for protecting your peace and energy.

Nikki discusses the importance of setting boundaries, embracing “NFG” (No F*cks Given) energy, and letting go of perfection. The episode also touches on wellness trends for 2025 and 2026, and ends with affirmations and breathwork to help listeners find calm and balance.

• 00:00 – Introduction, Substack announcement, and upcoming live events
• 00:28 – Overview of podcast topics: wellness, work, motherhood, stress
• 00:52 – Host introduction and episode kickoff
• 01:09 – Personal reflections: holidays, family, and emotional challenges
• 01:36 – The invisible mental load of December
• 02:23 – The concept of “NFG” energy and protecting your peace
• 02:49 – Family stories: multitasking, overwhelm, and daily demands
• 06:54 – The invisible work women do during the holidays
• 07:54 – Emotional labor, hormone changes, and societal expectations
• 08:17 – Shifting to empowerment and setting boundaries
• 08:43 – Choosing presence, peace, and simplicity over perfection
• 09:55 – Nervous system regulation technique and self-care
• 11:23 – Fitness and wellness trends for 2025 and predictions for 2026
• 13:24 – The importance of discernment and balance in wellness
• 15:50 – Affirmations, breathwork, and closing thoughts
• 19:06 – Outro: meditation offer, Substack, and gratitude

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