Episode 6

September 03, 2020

00:40:29

Small Healthy Changes for Overwhelmed Brains: Planning Your Next Step with Denise Gardiner

Hosted by

Jimmy Clare
Small Healthy Changes for Overwhelmed Brains: Planning Your Next Step with Denise Gardiner
The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show | Bold Moves, Unique Minds—Autism and Wellness Redefined
Small Healthy Changes for Overwhelmed Brains: Planning Your Next Step with Denise Gardiner

Sep 03 2020 | 00:40:29

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Show Notes

If you are autistic, sensitive, or just constantly exhausted, “change your whole lifestyle” is not helpful advice. In this autistic‑led episode of The CrazyFitnessGuy® Show, host Jimmy Clare talks with blogger and retired Realtor Denise Gardiner about how to plan tiny, realistic healthy changes that fit overwhelmed brains and busy lives.

Denise shares how she started her own wellness journey as a mom, wife, grandmother, and full‑time blogger without throwing away everything she was already doing. She and Jimmy break healthy living down into small steps, talking through how to pick one change at a time, make a simple plan, and keep going even when your energy, pain levels, or schedule keep shifting.

This episode is for listeners who want to feel better in their body and life but shut down when they see extreme fitness content, strict rules, or “no excuses” slogans. You will hear calm, judgment‑free ideas you can adapt to your own sensory needs, energy levels, and real‑world responsibilities.

In this episode, you will learn:

  • How to choose one small healthy change that makes sense for your life right now

  • Simple ways to plan and start new habits without overwhelming yourself

  • Ideas for tracking progress that feel encouraging, not obsessive

  • How to get back on track after setbacks without shame or all‑or‑nothing thinking

About the guest – Denise Gardiner:
Denise Gardiner is a mom, wife, grandmother, retired Realtor, and now full‑time blogger. On her blog, Many Facets of Life, she shares her own healthy‑living journey along with practical strategies that help real people make changes at their own pace.

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Fitness Disclaimer:
For educational purposes only. Consult a healthcare professional before making any health or fitness changes. Do not rely on this information as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

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