Heal Squad x Maria Menounos

Burnout isn’t a holiday tradition, and joy shouldn’t be seasonal. In Part 2 of our conversation with Achieng Agutu—TV host, confidence queen, and Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Rookie—we’re getting real about how to protect your peace, especially during the chaos of the holidays. Achieng shares her journey from saying yes to everything to setting boundaries that honor her time, energy, and well-being. She opens up about creating holiday joy by focusing on what truly matters. Whether it’s managing tricky family dynamics or carving out “pockets of peace” in your day, Achieng’s insights will help you approach the season with more confidence and less stress. Make this month the one that you reclaim your time, energy, and joy!  HEALERS & HEAL-LINERS: "The holidays are what you make them." Joy doesn’t have to come from grand gestures. Small acts like decorating your space or volunteering can transform your holiday experience by focusing on what brings you genuine happiness. "No is a complete sentence." Saying no without guilt is essential for protecting your energy during the season. Setting boundaries helps prevent burnout and makes room for the things that truly matter. Creating pockets of peace. Carve out small, intentional moments in your day—like a quiet morning walk or journaling—to recharge and bring clarity. These rituals help you stay centered even during busy or stressful times. -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront OUAI: https://theouai.com/ use promo code: HEALSQUAD for 15% off Nanit: https://www.nanit.com/ use promo code: DREAM20 for 20% off your first order Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off    Achieng Agutu’s Resources:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noordinarynoire/?hl=en  ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content ( published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com and healsquad.com ) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Tired of shrinking yourself to fit others’ expectations? Achieng Agutu, the Confidence Queen herself, joins us for a powerful conversation about overcoming imposter syndrome, embracing your authentic self, and stepping into your own spotlight. Hear her transformative journey and story of being featured as a Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Rookie– She is truly rewriting the rules of confidence and redefining beauty standards. Achieng shares how exhaustion from shrinking herself led to a commitment to self-love, and also dives into navigating social media trolls, rejecting “cringe culture,” and breaking free from societal norms to live life unapologetically on her own terms. Get ready, because Achieng’s energy and wisdom will leave you ready to live boldly! HEALERS & HEAL-LINERS: "You can’t pour from an empty cup." True confidence starts with self-love and prioritizing our own needs before trying to uplift others. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Achieng shares how she silenced the inner critic by reframing her achievements as well-earned rather than “lucky” and leaning into therapy and daily affirmations. Rejecting “Cringe Culture”: It is SO important to not care what other’s think about you. Being ‘cringe’ means you’re living your life fully, and that’s worth celebrating. -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront OUAI: https://theouai.com/ use promo code: HEALSQUAD for 15% off Nanit: https://www.nanit.com/ use promo code: DREAM20 for 20% off your first order Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off    Achieng Agutu’s Resources:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noordinarynoire/?hl=en  ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content ( published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com and healsquad.com ) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

What if your ego isn’t the enemy but a signal pointing you toward deeper healing? In this Heal Squad All-Star episode, Laura Berman, Ryan Weiss (wakingupwithryan), and Dr. Shefali explore the hidden dynamics of ego and confidence. They break down how ego-driven fear, imposter syndrome, and self-doubt hold us back—and how tuning into intuition, humility, and self-awareness can set us free. From navigating vulnerability to redefining confidence, this episode offers all of the tips you need to help you stop playing small and start living authentically! HEALERS AND HEAL-LINERS: "The ego thrives on fear." The ego’s primary goal is to keep us “safe,” but it often does so by creating fear-based stories that hold us back. Recognizing when fear is ego-driven can help you make more empowered decisions. The power of the “full-body yes.” Laura Berman shares how to tune into your body’s intuitive signals, like a feeling of openness or calm, to guide decisions. This practice helps distinguish between fear-based reactions and genuine alignment. "Intuition lives in the heart, not the gut." While gut instincts can sometimes be fear-based, Dr. Shefali explains that the heart is where true intuition resides. Learning to differentiate between the two can help you navigate life with clarity and confidence. -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront OUAI: https://theouai.com/ use promo code: HEALSQUAD for 15% off Nanit: https://www.nanit.com/ use promo code: DREAM20 for 20% off your first order Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off  Laura Berman Resources: https://www.instagram.com/drlauraberman/  Full episode: https://youtu.be/a5q6agUrGqk?si=2b9TP7vQyG33lO2J  Ryan Weiss Resources: https://www.instagram.com/wakingupwithryan/  Full episode: https://youtu.be/_aAlm6M3oEA?si=u6-tpjdq1lkPt7lK  Dr. Shefali Resources: https://www.instagram.com/doctorshefali/  Full episode: https://youtu.be/2u3d23VaMso?si=HHdnqD06zrs3onIh  ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content ( published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com and healsquad.com ) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

Happy Regular Girl SATURDAY! We have an HONORARY regular girl bestie joining us today - well actually, it’s our first regular GUY feature on RGS, very exciting!!! We discuss what makes a good friend?? What makes someone your ‘chosen family?!’ WHY we need our friends to also be our ‘challenge network.’ How Nat has fallen in LOVE with Thanksgiving. AND what the heck Plum Pit Syndrome is and how it’s serving as a reminder to Kels to step into her power and use her VOICE! Hope you all had an amazing Thanksgiving!! See you NEXT WEEK!  Xo Kelsey and Nat -- HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website: https://www.healsquad.com/ Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront OUAI: https://theouai.com/ use promo code: HEALSQUAD for 15% off Nanit: https://www.nanit.com/ use promo code: DREAM20 for 20% off your first order Prenuvo: Prenuvo.com/MARIA for $300 off ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content ( published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com and healsquad.com ) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.