102. Why Modern Wellness Is Leaving Women Burned Out with Kate Prince and Jo Woodhurst

About this episode

The episode discusses the complexities of modern wellness for women and emphasizes simpler, more supportive practices.

Feeling tired, wired, or overwhelmed has become so common that many women stop questioning it. When wellness starts to feel like another full-time job, it is often a sign that the body is asking for something simpler, steadier, and more supportive. In today’s episode, I sit down with Kate Prince and Jo Woodhurst of Ancient + Brave to explore why modern wellness has become so complicated, and how we can return to practices that actually help us feel well. We talk about ritual over routine, blending instead of balance, and the role nature, rhythm, and community play in nervous system regulation and long-term resilience. We also explore the supplement space through a higher standard, including sourcing, formulation, and synergy, while reframing collagen, creatine, and nighttime support as tools that nourish rather than overstimulate. Kate Prince is the founder of Ancient + Brave, a B Corp certified wellness brand rooted in sustainability and education. Jo Woodhurst is the brand’s Director of Nutrition and Education, bringing a science-led, whole-body approach focused on helping people feel genuinely supported. What's Discussed: (00:00) What it means to feel rooted and why simplicity…

People in this episode

Host: Mona Sharma

Guests: Kate Prince, Jo Woodhurst

Topics covered

• modern wellness
• women's health
• nervous system regulation
• sustainability
• nutrition

Keywords

• wellness
• burnout
• rituals
• nutrition
• collagen
• creatine
• sustainability

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Ancient + Brave

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