We live in a world that glorifies the hustle — being busy, doing more, and always pushing harder. But what if the key to progress isn’t about more, but about alignment?

In this episode, I share how to shift from urgency and pressure into purposeful action that actually supports your health, goals, and future self.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• 🛑 Why hustle culture often leaves you drained and unfulfilled
• 🌱 What aligned action really feels like in your daily life
• ⚡️ How to clear friction with simple systems that make habits stick
• 🔎 Three questions to help you check if you’re in alignment or just hustling
• 📝 A journal prompt to help you pause and realign this week

🕒 Episode Breakdown:

• 0:00 – Intro 🎵 Welcome back + today’s theme: Align, Don’t Hustle
• 2:00 – What Hustle Culture Gets Wrong 🚫 The illusion of busyness + the cost of burnout
• 6:00 – What Aligned Action Feels Like 🌿 Rooting habits in purpose instead of pressure
• 10:00 – Clearing Friction + Creating Systems ⚙️ How small changes make aligned action easier
• 15:00 – How to Know You’re in Alignment 🔍 Three reflection questions to guide you
• 18:00 – Closing Thoughts 💡 Progress comes from aligned, intentional action

📝 Journal Prompt:

👉 Where in your life do your actions feel like they’re pulling you closer to your future self?

Take a few minutes to reflect on this one after listening — alignment starts with awareness.

🔗 Resources & Links

• 💌 Subscribe to my newsletter on Substack for weekly prompts + resources: janarenner.substack.com
  
  
• 📸 Connect with me on Instagram: @jana.r.enner
  
  
• 🍲 Related resource: Batch Cooking for Busy Weeks
  
  
• 🎙️ Next episode: Episode 18 – Clearing the Friction in Your Routine
  
  

🎧 If this episode resonated with you, I’d love if you shared it with a friend who needs a reminder to pause, breathe, and realign.

And remember: when it comes to change…
✨ Start small, stay consistent, and keep rising. ✨

🎙️ Episode 18: Clear the Friction - How Small Shifts Unlock Big Productivity

Does your routine feel heavier than it needs to be? In this episode of the Rise Health Coaching Podcast, we’re talking about friction—the small obstacles, habits, and inefficiencies that drain your energy and hold you back.

By learning how to spot friction and clear it, you’ll free up more time, energy, and focus to stay productive and aligned with your goals.

✨ In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What “friction” in your routine really means
• How it creates hidden energy leaks and decision fatigue
• Practical ways to clear friction through simplifying, batching, automating, and aligning
• Why small shifts have a ripple effect that creates momentum

📝 Journal Exercise: Where is friction showing up in my day, and what small shift would make this easier?

🍲 Looking for a friction-free way to save time in the kitchen? Check out my Batch Cooking Resource for healthy meal planning made simple.

📲 Let’s connect!

• Instagram: @jana.r.enner
• Substack: janarenner.substack.com

And remember—when it comes to change: start small, stay consistent, and keep rising 🐦‍🔥

🎙️ Episode 17: Maintaining Consistency in Seasons of Change

In today’s episode, I’m sharing strategies for maintaining consistency during life’s transition seasons. Whether you're moving through a lifestyle change, a shift in routine, or a new mindset, staying consistent can feel like a challenge. But with the right mindset and adaptable routines, it’s possible to stay grounded.

Episode Highlights

• The Importance of Flexibility in Routines
  Life isn’t always predictable — and neither are your routines. Learn why flexibility is key to staying consistent during transitions.
• Creating Adaptable Routines
  Establish your non-negotiables (core pillars) like hydration, movement, and sleep, and learn how to modify them for each season.
• Time-blocking with Flexibility
  Time-blocking isn’t about rigidity. Find out how to leave space in your schedule for life’s unexpected moments without losing focus.
• Celebrating the Small Wins
  Small steps lead to big changes. Learn why it’s important to acknowledge the little victories along the way.
• Grace Through Transition
  Transitions are tough. But with self-compassion and grace, staying consistent doesn’t have to mean perfection.

Resources & Links

• Time-blocking Tools:
  • Google Calendar
  • Trello
• Small Wins Blog Post: [Link to Blog Post]

Connect with Jana

👉 Instagram: @jana.r.enner
👉 Substack: janarenner.substack.com
👉 Rise Health Coaching Podcast:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify

Call to Action

💬 Join the Conversation: What transition are you navigating right now? How are you adapting your routines to stay consistent? Share your thoughts with me on Instagram or in the comments!

🎧 Subscribe & Stay Updated: If you loved today’s episode, make sure to subscribe to the Rise Health Coaching Podcast for new episodes every week!

Closing Thought

Consistency doesn’t require perfection — it requires flexibility and grace. Remember, your routines are meant to evolve with you. Start small, stay consistent, and keep rising! 💪