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Feel Good Effect

Robyn Conley Downswww.realfoodwholelife.com
The Feel Good Effect is a wellness podcast with a mission to unpack what it really mean to be healthy, with conversations and solo episodes themed around an effective, gentle approach. Hosted by Robyn Conley Downs, founder of mission-driven media and education brand, Real Food Whole Life, the show is about leaning out of wellness as another set of impossible standards, and leaning into self-trust, powerful mindset shifts, and radically simple strategies & habits that really work.
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Episodes

179: 12 Easy Self-Care Habits for a Healthy Mind, Body & Soul with Dr. Zoe Shaw

In this episode of The Feel Good Effect, we’re talking with Dr. Zoe Shaw about 12 easy self-care habits for a healthy mind, body & soul. If you're one of those people who feels like self-care is indulgent, unnecessary or simply something you don't have time for - this conversation is for you. Show Notes (under episode 179) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to l...

Feb 03, 202140 minEp. 179

178: A Decision Diet for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner (FGE Meals)

In this episode of The Feel Good Effect, we’re talking about how to ditch decision fatigue and simplify your everyday food choices - with a decision diet for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In other words, how to feel good effect your meals. Including my easy decision templates. Show Notes (under episode 178) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and re...

Jan 27, 202127 minEp. 178

177: The 80/20 Rule (and How to Use it to Be Brilliant at the Basics)

In this episode of The Feel Good Effect, we’re talking about the 80/20 Rule and how to use it to be brilliant at the basics. Including how it applies to your habits, routines, and actions. Plus how to find your own 20% so you can focus on what matters most & let go of having to “do it all”. Show Notes (under episode 177) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to lea...

Jan 20, 202131 minEp. 177

176 When All-or-Nothing Thinking Doesn't Work, Do This Instead

In this episode of The Feel Good Effect, we’re talking about all-or-nothing thinking (and why it doesn’t work for long-term, joyful, sustainable behavior change). We’ll dive into some examples of what it looks like and how to interrupt it using simple science-backed practices. Show Notes (under episode 176) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and re...

Jan 13, 202131 minEp. 176

175: How to Good Your Should

In this episode of The Feel Good Effect, we're talking about how to good your should. We'll dive into the power of the word "should" in your life, how to take action on what matters most to you, and release what doesn't. Including some practical feel good practices you can try today. Show Notes (under episode 175) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating...

Jan 06, 202134 minEp. 175

174: How to Rethink & Reclaim Goal Setting this Year

In this episode of The Feel Good Effect, we're rethinking and reclaiming the way we approach goal setting. We’ll dive into new year’s resolutions (and why they often don’t work), January Syndrome, “new year, new you”, and some simple feel good practices you can use instead. Show Notes (under episode 174) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and revie...

Dec 30, 202025 minEp. 174

173: The Secret to Consistency & Joy with Healthy Eating with Michelle Smith

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect, we’re sharing the secret to consistency and joy with healthy eating. How to make it work for real life, ditch the all or nothing thinking, and not feel like you’re “falling off the wagon”. And who better to talk to us about this than Michelle Smith! Founder of The Whole Smiths, bestselling author, author of the upcoming book, Real Food Every Day, and host of the Get Wellthy podcast. Show Notes (under episode 173) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be ...

Dec 23, 202041 minEp. 173

172: The Secret to Consistency & Joy in Your Workout Routine with Robin Long

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect, Robin Long is talking about finding consistency and joy in your workouts. This conversation is being reaired as we are heading into a new year so we can reframe and rethink the way we move our bodies. We talk about body acceptance, grace over guilt, and Robin also dives into pelvic floor health for better posture and injury prevention. Show Notes (under episode 172) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebo...

Dec 16, 20201 hr 1 minEp. 172

171: A Simple Mindset Shift to Change Your Life: Good Morning I Love You with Dr. Shauna Shapiro

In this re-aired episode of the Feel Good Effect, Dr. Shauna Shapiro talks about a simple mindset shift that might just change your life. Shauna dives into why your attitude really matters and why self-compassion in itself is so incredibly transformative and radical. Finally, we dive into simple ways you can practice mindfulness and self-compassion. Show Notes (under episode 171) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good...

Dec 09, 20201 hrEp. 171

170: Why We Need Kindness Extremism Right Now Shola Richards

In this episode of The Feel Good Effect Podcast, we're talking with Shola Richards about kindness extremism. Shola describes the power of treating others and ourselves with more kindness and how to show up a little more for each other. Show Notes (under episode 170) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts so we can keep brin...

Dec 02, 202052 minEp. 170

169: Why You Need to Be Exercise Snacking

In this episode of The Feel Good Effect, we're talking about exercise snacking, little bursts of movement throughout the day. We'll dive into how to feel good effect your exercise routine and I'll tell you why ten-minutes of movement actually matters. Show Notes (under episode 169) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts so ...

Nov 25, 202028 minEp. 169

168: Feel Good Effect the Holidays + a Decision Diet for Gifting

This Feel Good Effect Podcast episode is all about how to feel good effect the holidays. Let's make the holidays less about adding more to your list and getting things done and more about how you actually want to feel. Bonus: We’ll talk about how to do a decision diet for gifting to take some of the stress out of this season. Show Notes (under episode 168) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you love...

Nov 18, 202026 minEp. 168

167: Things to Leave Behind with Camille Styles

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect Podcast, we're talking with Camille Styles about deciding what to keep or leave behind and cultivating intentional growth, even when it doesn't mean doing more or getting bigger. Plus, Camille offers some tactical ideas on journaling that are valuable for beginner and more seasoned journalers alike. Show Notes (under episode 167) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Lov...

Nov 11, 202047 minEp. 167

166: These Simple Habits Will Help You Handle Stress Right Now

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect Podcast, we’re talking about simple habits to handle stress with Dr. Liz Stanley in this reaired show. These are simple habits and mindsets to help let light into the dark so that you can better handle stress, avoid burnout, and let the light into your everyday life. Show Notes (under episode 166) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be...

Nov 04, 202059 minEp. 166

165: These Are the Simple Mental Health Habits You Need Right Now, with Minaa B.

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect, we're talking with Minaa B. about cultivating simple mental health practices in your life for self-care, joy, and boundaries. Minaa also dives into developing the habit of unlearning for both the wellness of ourselves and of others. Show Notes (under episode 165) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and review...

Oct 28, 202047 minEp. 165

164: Feel Good Effect Your Meal Plan: How to Create a Fall Capsule Meal Plan

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect Podcast, we're talking about how to do meal planning differently to avoid decision fatigue. We’ll dive into exactly how you can feel good effect meal planning with a simple capsule meal plan for fall. Show Notes (under episode 164) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts so we can keep...

Oct 21, 202032 minEp. 164

163: Feel Good Effect Your Morning Routine (For Fall)

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect Podcast, I’m talking about how to feel good effect your morning routine. Specifically, I’m diving deep into how to make your morning routine work for you, your life, and the season you are in. Show Notes (under episode 163) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts so we can keep bringin...

Oct 14, 202037 minEp. 163

162: A Self-Care Practice for Courage, Hope & Healing with Alex Elle

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect Podcast, we're talking with Alex Elle about fostering hope, resilience, calm, and self-discovery in daily life. Alex dives into writing as a form of healing and offers an accessible self-care practice for self-discovery, resilience, and of course, feeling good. Show Notes (under episode XX) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure t...

Oct 07, 202044 minEp. 162

161: Reset Your Eating Habits with This Simple Strategy

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect Podcast, we're talking about how to simply reset your eating habits to feel good without going all or nothing, beating yourself up in the process, or comparing yourself to who you were or to others. Show Notes (under episode 161) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts so we can keep b...

Sep 30, 202028 minEp. 161

160: Easiest Starter Mindset Shift Practice To Feel Good Now

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect Podcast, I’m diving into the easiest mindset shift to integrate into your life to feel good now. This super tactical and research-based practice will help you rewire your brain to feel good for the long term. Show Notes (under episode 160) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts so we ...

Sep 23, 202027 minEp. 160

159: Feeling Disconnected? Here's How to Connect & Belong with Sebene Selassie

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect Podcast, we’re talking with Sebene Selassie about fostering real connection and finding a true sense of belonging. In this interview, we talk about belonging as truth, its necessity for systemetic healing, and how you can foster belonging in your life. Show Notes (under episode 159) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave ...

Sep 09, 202055 minEp. 159

158: Feel Good Now: Exclusive Excerpt from The Feel Good Effect Audio Book

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect Podcast, we’re talking about how to feel good now with an exclusive excerpt from the audiobook version of the Feel Good Effect, which is now available wherever audiobooks and books are sold. Show Notes (under episode 158) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts so we can keep bringing ...

Sep 02, 202027 minEp. 158

157: Stop Being So Hard On Yourself: How to Rewire Your Brain to Feel Good Now

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect Podcast, we're talking about how to stop being so hard on yourself and to rewire your brain to feel good for more calm, clarity, and joy every day. Show Notes (under episode 157) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts so we can keep bringing you more content like this! Share the show ...

Aug 26, 202028 minEp. 157

156: How to Adapt When Life Suddenly Changes

On this episode of The Feel Good Effect Podcast, we’re talking about how to adapt, pivot, reclaim, and reframe. We're breaking down what to do when life unexpectedly changes to navigate the road ahead with ease, calm, and resilience. Show Notes (under episode 156) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts so we can keep bringi...

Aug 19, 202031 minEp. 156

154: How to Set Goals When the Future is Uncertain with Laura Lee Mattingly

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect, we're talking about setting goals and doing meaningful work when the future is uncertain with Laura Lee Mattingly. We talk about how to find motivation and work on things that matter to you by focusing on the now and on what you can control. Show Notes (under episode 154) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating a...

Aug 05, 202051 minEp. 154

153: How to Dismantle Outdated Rules & Design a More Purposeful Life with Mojo Molfino

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect, we're diving into dismantling outdated rules, unleashing your power, and designing a more purposeful life with Majo Molfino. We talk about how to use design thinking tools to break free from ways of thinking and myths that tend to hold us back. Show Notes (under episode 153) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a ratin...

Jul 29, 202053 minEp. 153

152: How to Turn Healthy Behaviors into Habits

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect podcast, we’re breaking down habits and sharing the secret to turning healthy behaviors into habits in just four simple steps. Show Notes (under episode 152) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts so we can keep bringing you more content like this! Share the show on Instagram, tagging...

Jul 22, 202028 minEp. 152

151: How to Prioritize What Matters and Cut Out The Rest with Kelly Snowden

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect podcast, we’re talking with Kelly Snowden, Associate Editorial Director at Ten Speed Press, about the concept of editing your life, editing books, prioritizing what matters, and cutting out the rest. Show Notes (under episode 151) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts so we can keep ...

Jul 15, 202052 minEp. 151

150: How to Use the 4R Framework to Create Sustainable Daily Mini-Wellness Routines

In this episode of the Feel Good Effect podcast, we’re talking about building sustainable wellness routines and self-care practices into your daily life with a science-backed framework and three mindset shifts to overcome wellness barriers. Show Notes (under episode 150) Get Simplified, Gentle Wellness Tips + Be in the Know Connect on Instagram Join the Facebook group Show the Feel Good Effect Love If you loved today’s episode be sure to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts so we can keep...

Jul 08, 202022 minEp. 150
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