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Small Changes Big Shifts
Hosted by Dr. Michelle Robin · EN
The Small Changes Big Shifts podcast is your weekly dose of wellness encouragement. It's the small changes that stick and ultimately compound to create big shifts in our holistic well-being. Dr. Michelle Robin and her renowned guests will share wisdom, knowledge, real life stories and practical tips to inspire and inform you as you move forward on your journey to a life of wellness.
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The Power of Community in Health: Tess Masters on Learning and Thriving Together
Jan 400:28:48Tap to summarizeTess Masters returns to Small Changes, Big Shifts for a powerful, heart-centered conversation on redefining health, nourishment, and self-trust as we step into a new year. As the creator of Skinny 60, Tess shares why sustainable wellness isn't about restriction or perfection, but about personalization, grace, and learning how to work with your body instead of against it. Together, the discussion explores strategic eating through different life phases, the gut as the foundation of whole-person health, and the emotional patterns tied to food choices. With an emphasis on community, compassion, and the "good, better, or best" mindset, this episode reminds listeners that health is a puzzle—not a problem—and that small, intentional choices can unlock confidence, vitality, and lasting change at any age. Key Takeaways: Sustainable wellness comes from personalization and strategy, not restrictive or one-size-fits-all approaches. Gut health is foundational, influencing metabolism, hormones, mood, energy, and overall well-being. Progress is built through grace and flexibility, choosing good, better, or best instead of perfection. Food can become a powerful tool for self-awareness, helping reveal emotional patterns and habits. Community, compassion, and shared stories create accountability, healing, and long-term success. About Tess Masters: Tess Masters is an actor, presenter, coach, podcaster, and author of The Blender Girl, The Blender Girl Smoothies, and The Perfect Blend published by Penguin Random House. You can find hundreds of easy recipes at theblendergirl.com. Through the Skinny60® health programs, Tess and her team of dietitians have helped thousands of people get healthy using science-based food and lifestyle strategies and personalized nutrition solutions. Tess and her health tips and recipes have been featured in the L.A. Times, Washington Post, InStyle, Prevention, Shape, Glamour, Clean Eating, Yoga Journal, the Today show, Home & Family, and other media outlets. As a spokesperson, presenter, and recipe developer, Tess has collaborated with brands including KitchenAid, Vitamix, Williams-Sonoma, Four Seasons, Whole Foods Market, Sprouts Farmers Market, and many others. On her podcast, It Has To Be Me, she interviews trailblazers about how they act on the things they're dreaming about. Connect with Tess Masters at: https://www.skinny60.com/60-day-reset/ https://ithastobeme.com/ https://www.theblendergirl.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Blender-Girl-Super-Healthy-Drinks-100-Gluten-Free/dp/1607746433/ https://www.amazon.com/Blender-Girl-Smoothies-Gluten-Free-Paleo-Friendly/dp/1607748932/ https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-Blend-Blender-Energize-Revitalize/dp/160774645X/ https://www.facebook.com/theblendergirl/ https://www.instagram.com/theblendergirl/ https://www.youtube.com/user/theblendergirl https://www.linkedin.com/in/tessmasters/ Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help ...
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Closing the Year Strong: Sara Kline on Wellness, Community, and the Impact of the Skinny 60
Dec 2800:24:52Tap to summarizeAs the year winds down, this thoughtful conversation with Sara Kline offers an honest reflection on growth, resilience, and whole-person wellness. Through personal insights and lived experiences, the episode explores how health shifts, mindset changes, and supportive routines shape long-term well-being. It emphasizes the importance of slowing down, listening to your body, and choosing sustainable habits over quick fixes. Grounded in clarity and compassion, this discussion encourages closing the year with intention and stepping forward feeling aligned, supported, and empowered. Key Takeaways: Reflection creates clarity, helping you recognize growth that often goes unnoticed. Sustainable wellness is built through small, consistent choices rather than drastic change. Emotional health and stress management are foundational to physical well-being. Supportive relationships and community strengthen resilience and accountability. Letting go of old patterns opens space for healthier habits and renewed purpose. About Sara Kline: Sara Kline is the owner of Integro Communications, a strategic communications firm that helps organizations tell their story in an authentic way. A connector at heart, Sara is always looking to connect people to one another in meaningful ways and loves to do around food and community. She is a passionate health enthusiast and has spent the last 2 years diving into her own wellness journey, especially around nutrition and preventative care. Working through some health challenges brought on by early onset arthritis, Sara leaned into pain management through diet, exercise and energy work. When she isn't working or cooking, she is reading or spending time outdoors. Her greatest accomplishment is her three daughters, and she cherishes the time she gets to spend with her family. Connect with Sara Kline at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sara-kline-bb2299103/ Skinny60.com/drrobin Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.
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Embracing 2026 with Intention: Reflections, Transformations, and the Pursuit of Wellbeing
Dec 2100:26:22Tap to summarizeIn this reflective year-end episode of Small Changes, Big Shifts, Dr. Michelle Robin and her co-host, Bayleigh Soza, share an openhearted conversation about stepping into 2026 with clarity, intention, and trust. Together, they explore personal growth, whole-person wellness, and how the Four Quadrants can guide small changes that lead to meaningful transformation. From reconnecting with joy and play, to deepening spiritual practices, to aligning daily habits with purpose, the hosts offer honest insights on what it means to evolve, surrender, and create a life grounded in authenticity. Key Takeaways: Reflecting on the past year helps uncover lessons, clarify priorities, and guide intentional choices for the year ahead. Understanding your authentic self allows you to align actions with your life mission and higher purpose. Intentionality in relationships, wellness, and daily habits creates space for joy, connection, and meaningful growth. Small changes, like prioritizing self-care, gratitude, or playful activities, can lead to significant shifts over time. Each wellness quadrant—physical, chemical, energetical, psychological/spiritual—offers tools to live with balance, energy, and purpose. Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.
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Learning and Growing through 2025: Our Year of Unexpected Challenges and Resilient Change
Dec 1400:21:09Tap to summarizeAs 2025 comes to a close, Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh reflect on a year of unexpected growth, personal challenges, and powerful lessons. From navigating health surprises to learning the difference between rest and true recharging, they explore how reflection and mindful self-care can transform stress into clarity. Discover which wellness quadrants shaped their year, the practices that fueled their resilience, and how to enter 2026 with intention, energy, and purpose. A heartfelt, insightful conversation that reminds us: every challenge holds a lesson, and every moment is an opportunity to grow. Key Takeaways: Growth often comes from unexpected moments that challenge you to shift your perspective. Slowdowns can become powerful reminders to protect your time, energy, and well-being. Each wellness quadrant offers a unique lesson, often revealing insights you didn't know you needed. Resting and recharging are different, and knowing the difference helps you care for yourself more intentionally. Self-care requires commitment, boundaries, and choosing what truly supports your mind, body, and spirit. Connect with Dr. Michelle and Bayleigh at: https://smallchangesbigshifts.com hello@smallchangesbigshifts.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/smallchangesbigshifts https://www.facebook.com/SmallChangesBigShifts https://www.instagram.com/smallchangesbigshiftsco Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the podcast If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app. Leave us an Apple Podcasts review Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.
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