In hindsight, Edie can see the warning signs leading up to her heart attack. But in the moment, the self-described workaholic finished her drive home, called work to cancel clients, and only then headed to the hospital.

At 55, despite exercising regularly, Edie survived heart attack that forced her to confront the cost of chronic stress, sleep deprivation, and unrelenting responsibility.

In this episode, Edie shares what recovery really looked like—physically, emotionally, and psychologically—and how learning to rest, set boundaries, and accept support quite literally changed (and saved) her life.

Her story is one of resilience, reckoning, and redefining what it means to take care of yourself, especially for women who are used to carrying everything.

Edie Weinstein, MSW, LSW is a licensed social worker, psychotherapist, interfaith minister, journalist, speaker and the founder of Hugmobsters Armed with Love. www.opti-mystical.com Facebook https://www.facebook.com/snuggleyoga/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/edie-weinstein-b8a7b44/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/edieweinstein/

Tune in each week for practical, relatable advice that helps you feel your best and unlock your full potential. If you’re ready to prioritize your health and level up every area of your life, you’ll find the tools, insights, and inspiration right here.

Check out Esther’s website for more about her speaking, coaching, book, and more: http://estheravant.com/

Buy Esther’s Book: To Your Health: https://a.co/d/iDG68qU

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Learn more about 1:1 health & weight loss coaching: https://madebymecoaching.com/coaching

The To Your Health podcast is kicking off a new series called Women Who Did, featuring everyday women who followed through on something meaningful, not because they’re extraordinary, but because they decided to try.

In this short intro episode, I share why I stepped away from expert interviews, how this idea came together, and what surprised me most when I asked women to nominate themselves (spoiler: almost no one thought their accomplishments were “big enough”).

This series is about showing what’s possible when regular women commit, follow through, and stop downplaying what they’ve done. And maybe inspiring you to do the same

Tune in each week for practical, relatable advice that helps you feel your best and unlock your full potential. If you’re ready to prioritize your health and level up every area of your life, you’ll find the tools, insights, and inspiration right here.

Check out Esther’s website for more about her speaking, coaching, book, and more: http://estheravant.com/

Buy Esther’s Book: To Your Health: https://a.co/d/iDG68qU

Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.avant

Esther’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estheravant/

Learn more about 1:1 health & weight loss coaching: https://madebymecoaching.com/coaching

Paul Quinn joins me to talk about why asking for what you want feels so uncomfortable for so many people—and how much we leave on the table because of it. We explore the idea of the “big ask,” why people often want to be asked more than we realize, and how clarity and respect can completely change the outcome of a request.

Paul shares real-life stories that show how asking can strengthen relationships, open doors, and help us better understand our own needs.

We also talk about how to handle hearing “no” without taking it personally, and why asking is empowering even when the answer isn’t yes.

Paul Quinn's career spans professional acting, corporate writing and training, and executive presentation coaching. He writes The Big Ask Blog and is the author of the recently released book, "The Big Ask: Unlock the Possibilities in Your Work, Life & Dreams with Courageous Requests." In it, he shares inspiring lessons and true stories that reveal how learning to ask--boldly and smartly--can unlock extraordinary opportunities.Check out his website: bigaskbook.comConnect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-quinn-bigaskbook/
Tune in each week for practical, relatable advice that helps you feel your best and unlock your full potential. If you’re ready to prioritize your health and level up every area of your life, you’ll find the tools, insights, and inspiration right here.

Check out Esther’s website for more about her speaking, coaching, book, and more: http://estheravant.com/

Buy Esther’s Book: To Your Health: https://a.co/d/iDG68qU

Esther’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esther.avant

Esther’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/estheravant/

Learn more about 1:1 health & weight loss coaching: https://madebymecoaching.com/coaching