Episodes

  • Why Discipline Beats Motivation: Expert Tips for Lasting Success

    Why Discipline Beats Motivation: Expert Tips for Lasting Success
    Feb 20 2025
    Ep. 176: In this special Mashup episode of POW, we’re featuring powerful insights from Mimi Bouchard and Melissa Wood on mindset, self-transformation, and personal growth. Learn how to reprogram limiting beliefs, build confidence, and create daily habits that align with your highest potential. We’ll explore the connection between mental clarity and success, the power of visualization, and how small shifts in your routine can lead to major breakthroughs. If you’re looking for motivation to level up in 2025, this episode is for you! Tune in for empowering conversations and actionable takeaways to help you step into your best self. Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! For Melissa’s Instagram click here! For Mimi’s Instagram click here! Sponsored By: Detox your home with Branch Basics. Get 15% off with code POW15 at BranchBasics.com/POW15 #branchbasicspod This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Discover your relationship green flags with therapy. Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/POW. Ready to transform your nights? Visit DreamRecovery.io and use the code PURSUIT15 at checkout for an exclusive discount. Show Links: How to Become The Highest Version of You: Achieve Abundance & Overcome Victim Mentality w/ Mimi Bouchard Melissa Wood Health On Healing Your Relationship w/ Food & Finding Self Love Achieve your fitness goals with Strength by Mari! Get expert workouts, progress tracking, and support—all in one app. Available in the App Store and Google Play! Build lean muscle, boost energy, and support cognitive function with Bloom Creatine Monohydrate. Add it to your routine to elevate your workouts and fight fatigue. Topics Discussed 00:00:09 Intro slide 00:00:22 Introduction 00:01:36 Difference between motivation and discipline 00:03:48 Establishing habits 00:04:20 How Mari started her business using habits 00:05:50 Lack of discipline = lack of practice 00:06:50 Make it easy for yourself 00:08:30 Content you consume and who you surround yourself with 00:09:39 Spiritual and mental practices 00:10:20 Being human 00:13:14 Mimi Bouchard: How activations changed her life 00:15:11 Activations vs meditations 00:16:50 You have the power to change your life 00:17:31 How to interrupt intrusive thoughts 00:20:42 Lucky Girl Syndrome 00:23:01 How to create your future self vision 00:26:57 Who was Melissa before “Melissa Woof Health”? 00:29:03 Hitting rock bottom 00:30:57 Creating a positive dialogue in your mind 00:33:25 How Melissa’s relationship with her body evolved since combatting her eating disorder 00:35:06 Glamorizing hangovers and getting wasted is returning 00:36:10: Flexible approach to routine, but consistent 00:38:52 How to avoid triggering triggers of eating disorder 00:42:24 Why people are intimidated by meditation 00:43:25 Benefits of nostril breaking while meditating 00:44:45 Meditating around chaos
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    47 mins
  • The Ultimate Morning Routine For Balance, Mental Health & Hormone Support

    The Ultimate Morning Routine For Balance, Mental Health & Hormone Support
    Feb 17 2025
    Ep. 175: In this episode, I’m sharing my updated morning routine and how it’s shifted to support my mental health, hormones, and overall well-being. My mornings used to be intense—early workouts, strict schedules—but right now, I’m prioritizing flexibility and balance. I’ll walk you through what my routine looks like today, from wake-up time and workouts to small habits that make a big difference. Whether you’re looking for new wellness ideas or just curious about what’s working for me, I hope this gives you some inspiration. Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! Sponsored By: Get 100+ advanced lab tests with Function Health. Skip the waitlist at FunctionHealth.com/a/mari-llewellyn and take control of your health today. You have until February 24th to take advantage of our exclusive 20% off discount code. Visit Carawayhome.com/MARI or use code MARI at checkout to get 20% off your order. Shop Quince for luxury essentials at 50-80% less than similar brands. Get free shipping & 365-day returns at Quince.com/POW. Boost your metabolism with Lumen, the handheld metabolic coach. Get real-time insights and personalized nutrition plans. Visit Lumen.me/POW for 20% off! Show Links: Try Bloom’s Juicy Orange Sparkling Energy—refreshing, fizzy, and crash-free. Fuel your day with Bloom! Nourish your gut, immunity, and glow with Bloom Colostrum & Collagen Peptides. This 3-in-1 formula supports wellness from within. Try it for yourself! Boost your wellness with Bloom Greens, packed with vitamins, nutrients, and superfoods for daily energy and digestion. Make it part of your routine today! Sobriety, Fitness, Gratitude: The Tools That built Michael Chernow’s Life Topics Discussed 00:00:09:16: Welcome 00:01:24:21: Old morning workout routine 00:02:38:09: Current morning routine 00:07:45:08: Current workout routine 00:11:57:08: Current breakfast 00:15:14:19: Supplements 00:16:29:04: Skincare 00:20:50:17: Hair 00:21:41:05: Clothes 00:22:46:03: Where to get Bloom products
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    25 mins
  • IVF Results & Tell All w/ My Husband Greg: What It’s Really Like

    IVF Results & Tell All w/ My Husband Greg: What It’s Really Like
    Feb 13 2025
    Ep. 174: In today’s episode of Pursuit of Wellness, Greg is back and we’re tackling one of the most intense, emotional, and transformative experiences of our lives: IVF. We’re opening up about the mental weight of constant waiting, the reality of putting everything else on pause, and what this journey has actually felt like beyond the highlight reel. We also talk about how this has shifted our relationship—what’s made us stronger, what’s tested us, and how we’ve shown up for each other. Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! For Greg’s Instagram click here! Sponsored By: Give your skin the care it deserves—right from home. Go to boncharge.com and use code PURSUIT to save 15% on your order today! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @lumedeodorant and get 15% off with promo code POW at Lumedeodorant.com! #lumepod Eat healthy without the hassle! Get 40% off your first box + a free item in every box for life at Hungryroot.com/pow with code POW. Take control of your finances with Rocket Money! Track spending, cancel unwanted subscriptions, and save more at RocketMoney.com/POW. Save on clean-ingredient groceries with Thrive Market! Get 30% off + a FREE $60 gift at ThriveMarket.com/POW! Show Links: Boost strength, build muscle, and support your mind with Bloom Creatine! Available in Raspberry Lemon or Unflavored. Try it today! Topics Discussed 00:00:09:12: Welcome 00:02:06:19: Relationship advice for someone in their early 20s 00:03:38:18: How did we decide that it was time for IVF? 00:12:34:12: How do you best support someone going through IVF? 00:15:36:22: Embryo gender call 00:18:57:19: How has Greg’s experience been with IVF? 00:20:36:05: Any fights during the fertility journey? 00:26:59:12: How to deal with insecurities in marriage? 00:27:27:09: How does Greg feel about being a dad? 00:27:57:09: How do we find moments together while being so busy? 00:29:25:17: Mari and Greg are different 00:30:41:09: What do you do when you need space, but you live together? 00:31:56:09: Hardest part of life they’ve been through together?
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    39 mins
  • Is Your Cookware Making You Sick? The Truth About Toxins in the Kitchen w/ Jordan Nathan of Caraway

    Is Your Cookware Making You Sick? The Truth About Toxins in the Kitchen w/ Jordan Nathan of Caraway
    Feb 10 2025
    Ep. 173: Non-toxic living is more important than ever, and today, we’re breaking down why with Jordan Nathan, the CEO of Caraway Cookware. You’ve heard me rave about their products, but there’s a deeper reason behind my obsession - traditional cookware can leak harmful chemicals into your food in minutes. If you’re not careful what you’re cooking with, teflon, cadmium, and microplastics can seep into your meals, disrupting hormones, digestion, and overall health. In this episode, Jordan shares his personal wake-up call that led to founding Caraway, the truth about Teflon and other toxins, and simple swaps that make a big difference. Whether you’re already a Caraway fan or just curious about a safer, healthier home, this conversation is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! Show Links: A special 20% off discount code is available exclusively for our listeners! This exclusive deal is a limited time offer and only available until February 24th. So visit Carawayhome.com/MARI or use code MARI at checkout to get 20% off your order. Topics Discussed 00:00:00 Introduction 00:03:23 Welcome 00:03:57 How Caraway started 00:04:48 Teflon poisoning 00:06:36 What is teflon? 00:08:22 Other chemicals found in pans 00:10:00 Challenging to create non-toxic and aesthetically pleasing cookware 00:11:48 Evolution of consumer education 00:13:47 Non-toxic practises 00:17:08 Navigating the baby industry 00:17:52 Best selling Caraway products 00:18:32 Product efficiency 00:20:11 Most used pan by Jordan and his wife 00:20:42 Advice for entrepreneurs in the non-toxic space 00:22:16 What’s next for Caraway? 00:23:00 Where to find Caraway
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    24 mins
  • Girl Chat w/ Fi: Dating, Ozempic, New Job & Austin Life

    Girl Chat w/ Fi: Dating, Ozempic, New Job & Austin Life
    Feb 6 2025
    Ep. 172: On today’s Girl Chat, Fi is back, and there’s a lot to catch up on! We get into her big career move, the relationship lessons she’s finally ready to share, and the mysterious trip she won’t spill about. Plus, I open up about how IVF has been consuming my headspace and why I’ve had to step back from certain commitments. It’s an honest, intimate conversation about where we’re at, what’s next, and how we’re learning to trust the process. Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! For Fi’s Instagram click here! Sponsored By: Upgrade your oral health with the new quip 360 oscillating toothbrush—designed for a superior clean without the hassle. Get 20% off sitewide, plus a FREE travel case and countertop stand, exclusively at GETQUIP.com/POW. Free your mouth today! Wake up with better skin, healthier hair, and the best sleep ever with Blissy’s award-winning pillowcases. Get an extra 30% off with code POWPOD at blissy.com/POWPOD—your skin and hair will thank you! Check out SKIMS best intimates including the Fits Everybody Collection and more at SKIMS.com/POW #skimspartner After you place your order, be sure to let them know we sent you! Save 20% on AquaTru water purifiers at AquaTru.com with code POW and enjoy cleaner, better-tasting water with every sip. Show Links: Juicy Orange is the newest (and most delicious) flavor of Bloom’s Sparkling Energy drink. Try it today! Topics Discussed 00:00:09 Welcome 00:00:34 No headspace for guest interviews 00:01:53 Fi is getting her real estate license 00:08:38 Mari’s update 00:11:29 Fi is dating 00:12:58 Call Her Daddy x Rachael Kirkconell interview 00:16:58 What Fi is looking for in a new relationship 00:21:00 Women are pressured to prove themselves 00:21:54 Why do women have to be so perfect? 00:23:01 You can’t change people 00:24:18 The ideal partner/relationship for Fi post-break up 00:28:22 Is Fi still taking semaglutide? 00:33:16 Fi taking ballet classes 00:36:59 Mari’s western riding 00:37:52 Spoon metaphor 00:38:51 Mari and Fi’s current friendship 00:42:25 Mari and Fi were working too much 00:50:26 Austin girl trip recommendations 00:51:37 Mari’s praying journey
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    55 mins
  • Solo Q&A: IVF Results, Baby Names, Home Cooking Tips, and My Favorite Snacks

    Solo Q&A: IVF Results, Baby Names, Home Cooking Tips, and My Favorite Snacks
    Feb 3 2025
    Ep. 171: In today’s solo episode, I’m answering your community Q&A, covering everything from fitness routines and nutrition to IVF updates and personal growth. I share my current workout split, favorite healthy habits, and how I structure my days between the podcast and Bloom. We also get into fun topics like my go-to nail color, thoughts on living abroad, and even a little baby name talk. Plus, I open up about faith, mental well-being, and learning to balance ambition with self-care. Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! Sponsored By: For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/POW to start your subscription. Get 40% at CozyEarth.com when you use code PURSUIT. And don’t forget— this weekend, February 7-9, use my exclusive code PURSUITBOGO to get free bamboo pajamas when you buy one for your loved one! They deserve this, and so do you. Start the new year off right with Honeylove. Get 20% OFF by going to HoneyLove.com/POW! #honeylovepod Take the next step to improving your health! Go to Lumen.me/POW to get 20% off your Lumen. Show Links: Fuel your gut health with the greens that started it all—shop Greens & Superfoods now! Topics Discussed 00:00:09 Introduction 00:01:33 In-depth workout routine 00:02:28 Go-to nail shape and color 00:02:48 Small steps to start eating cleaner 00:03:42 Current hyperfixation snacks/lunch 00:04:24 Are you considering a home birth? 00:04:41 How to increase HRV? 00:05:09 Has your faith shifted? 00:09:25 Who is your best friend? 00:09:48 Best areas in Austin to live in mid 20s? 00:10:14 Sourdough recipe and process 00:10:58 How do you structure your week between podcasts and Bloom responsibilities? 00:12:11 Clean household cleaning products 00:12:23 Do you ever use a microwave? 00:12:53 Do you ever see yourself living abroad? 00:13:46 Should I eat breakfast in the morning? 00:14:14 Benefits of being dairy free? 00:14:48 Did you test your embryos? 00:16:39 Skincare before or after working out? 00:16:50 Does Fiona still live in Austin? 00:17:09 Natural deodorant brands 00:17:30 Do you have your horses on your property? 00:18:41 Plastic surgery 00:19:02 Drinking alcohol during weight loss journey 00:22:56 Lulu’s park 00:24:08 What happened to your old horse? 00:26:18 Where did you and Greg honeymoon? 00:27:25: Current favorite TV show 00:27:36 Baby names 00:28:45 Would you ever open up a fitness studio? 00:28:53 Diet while trying to conceive 00:29:50 NFL 00:30:08 How did you and Greg learn to relax again after building Bloom?
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    33 mins
  • My IVF Experience & Results: Real & Unfiltered

    My IVF Experience & Results: Real & Unfiltered
    Jan 30 2025
    Ep. 170: In this episode of Pursuit of Wellness, I’m sharing the highs and lows of my IVF journey - including the unexpected twists during my egg retrieval recovery and how I’m managing the hormone crash afterward. From daily injections to nearly running out of medication and even fainting post-retrieval, I’m opening up about the challenges that caught me off guard. I’ll also talk about the emotional rollercoaster of waiting for embryo updates, the practical steps I took to stay organized, and how Greg and I navigated this process together as a team. If you’re curious about IVF or considering it yourself, this episode dives into the details no one talks about. Let’s get into it! Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! Sponsored By: CLEARSTEM offers clean skincare that targets both acne and aging without harsh chemicals or pore-clogging ingredients. Get 20% off your first order at CLEARSTEM.com with code POW. Discover your best skin with this innovative, holistic approach to skincare! Unlock unparalleled health insights with Function Health. With over 100 advanced lab tests—including hormones, metabolism, and toxins—Function offers the tools you need to optimize your wellness journey. Skip the 400,000+ waitlist at functionhealth.com/a/mari-llewellyn and take control of your health today! Refresh your wardrobe for the new year with Quince! From cozy Mongolian Cashmere sweaters to premium activewear, Quince offers luxury-quality pieces at 50–80% less than other brands. Shop now at quince.com/pow for free shipping and 365-day returns. Make clean, pure water a priority in your life with AquaTru! Their purifiers use 4-stage reverse osmosis technology to remove 15x more contaminants than ordinary filters, including PFAS, microplastics, and more. AquaTru fits every home with countertop and under-sink options—no installation required. Save 20% today with code POW at AquaTru.com! Show Links: Elevate your daily routine with Bloom’s 3-in-1 Colostrum & Collagen Peptides Topics Discussed 00:00:34:03: Intro 00:01:32:12: LA fires 00:03:17:12: IVF journey recap 00:05:11:10: First shot 00:09:11:16: Running out of medicine 00:15:15:14: Morning shots 00:16:40:07: Not exercising during injection cycle 00:17:37:16: Traveling during injection cycle 00:18:45:07: Advice for doing IVF w/o partner 00:20:54:06: Egg retrieval 00:22:25:07: Post egg retrieval 00:35:25:04: Genetic testing on embryos 00:36:17:00: How long did you try before doing IVF? 00:38:36:08: How can family/friends support? 00:39:45:20: Why were you a good candidate for IVF? 00:40:26:21: Is it scary? 00:41:13:10: Anything you wish you knew before doing IVF? 00:41:56:13: When did you start to feel uncomfortable? 00:42:10:12: Cost of IVF 00:43:03:14: Why do you bloat? 00:43:30:13: Did you consider surrogacy? 00:44:21:17: Being holistic, were you scared to take medicine? 00:45:06:19: Do you regret sharing so much online? 00:45:56:22: Can you select the gender of the embryo? 00:46:42:00: Fresh or frozen transfer? 00:46:45:13: OHSS syndrome? 00:47:06:18: Taking Bloom greens during IVF 00:47:23:06: Church 00:48:31:06: IUI
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    52 mins
  • Sobriety, Fitness, Gratitude: The Tools That Built Michael Chernow’s Life

    Sobriety, Fitness, Gratitude: The Tools That Built Michael Chernow’s Life
    Jan 27 2025
    Trigger warning: Addiction and self-harm Ep. 169: On today’s episode of Pursuit of Wellness, I sit down with Michael Chernow, founder of Creatures of Habit, to hear his incredible journey from addiction to thriving entrepreneur. Michael shares how discipline, fitness, and nutrition helped him rebuild his life. We talk about gut health, daily habits, and finding balance, plus his inspiring perspective on the role of prayer and gratitude in personal growth. Listen now to learn how small, intentional steps can help you transform your life! Leave Me a Message - click here! For Mari’s Instagram click here! For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram click here! For Mari’s Newsletter click here! For Michael’s Instagram click here! For Kreature of Habit’s Instagram click here! Sponsored By: Upgrade your kitchen with Caraway’s non-toxic cookware. Save $150 when purchasing a cookware set, plus take an additional 10% off with our exclusive code PURSUIT at Carawayhome.com/PURSUIT. Cook safely and stylishly with Caraway—non-toxic cookware made modern. Discover BON CHARGE’s science-backed beauty and wellness products, including the Red Light Face Mask for glowing, youthful skin in just 10 minutes a day. Visit boncharge.com and use code PURSUIT to save 15%. Make healthy eating effortless with Hungryroot, your personal shopper and nutritionist in one. Get 40% off your first box PLUS a free item in every box for life at hungryroot.com/pow with code POW. Kick off 2025 with a clean and healthy home using Branch Basics! Their Ultimate Starter Kit has everything you need for a toxin-free routine. Get 15% off your order and free shipping on select items at BranchBasics.com/POW15 with code POW15. Make this year your cleanest yet! Show Links: Check out the Kreatures of Habit podcast It’s amazing to see everyone loving the new Bloom energy drink! Our new flavor, Juicy Orange, just came out and it’s absolutely delicious. As a thank you, we’re giving our listeners exclusive access to 20% off our best selling flavors. Head to Amazon to grab yours today! Parasites 101: Do You Have Them? How They Affect Us & How To Kill them Why Women Are Training Wrong: Fix Hormones, Build Strength & Recover Smarter w/ Dr. Andy Galpin Part 1 Dr. Andy Galpin's Secrets to Strength Training, Sleep Hacks, & Recovery Tools Part 2 Topics Discussed 00:00 Intro 02:00 Trigger warning 02:15 HRV 03:00 Worm Queen 04:27 Blood work 06:10 Heroin overdose 06:30 The world of wellness 08:42 Eliminating alcohol 09:51 Michael’s recovery story 23:56 The man who changed Michael’s life 25:13 Recovery program 30:54 Praying 36:38 Fitness and recovery 40:17 The 3 Cs 42:38 Fitness and pain 45:13 Sleep 48:39 Most people quit 55:01 How his restaurant career started 59:13 The Meatball Shop 01:02:14 Seamore’s 01:04:27 Kreatures of Habit 01:14:38 Gut health 01:18:24 Gut cleanse diet 01:22:30 What does wellness mean to you?
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    1 hr and 27 mins