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Five high-achieving women discuss the myth of balance and the importance of synergy in health and wellness.

💌 Some things deserve more space than an episode allows. Join us on Substack for deeper dives, exclusive resources, and the nuance that actually helps you make sense of your health. 👉 https://proofpractice.substack.com/ Dr. Stacy Sims, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, Gabby Reece, Amber Taylor, and Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan dismantled the myth of balance and replaced it with something more workable: synergy. WHAT WE EXPLORE * Why balance is a myth and synergy works better * Stacy Sims on postpartum depression and recovery * Building support systems that actually work * The 15 minute rule for venting, then moving on * Why self-care is nonnegotiable, not selfish * Real friendship means honest feedback, not cheerleading Timestamps * 00:00 Balance Is the Wrong Goal * 02:18 One Expert Isn’t Enough * 07:06 The Glass Balls Prioritization Method * 11:19 Stacy Sims on Postpartum Depression * 16:36 Team Sports Build Resilience in Women * 18:26 Social Media and the Pressure to Look Perfect * 20:13 The 15 Minute Rule for Chaos * 26:22 Morning Rituals and Gratitude Habits * 28:53 Parenting Needs New Tools, Not Old Habits * 35:16 Why Women Face a Different Standard * 43:50 Self-Care Isn’t Selfish, It’s…

People in this episode

Guests: Dr. Stacy Sims, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, Gabby Reece, Amber Taylor, Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan

Topics covered

• balance
• synergy
• women's health
• self-care
• support systems
• postpartum depression

Keywords

• balance
• synergy
• self-care
• postpartum depression
• women's health
• support systems
• friendship

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