May 6, 2025 • 11 mins
Root Causes: Can We Get Real About Why You're Still Tired Mama?
You’re eating better, drinking more water, trying to exercise when you can… so why are you still so tired?
In this episode, we’re kicking off the Root Causes series—because surface-level advice and trendy health tips aren’t cutting it anymore. It’s time to get real about what’s actually draining your energy, messing with your mood, and throwing your body off balance.
We’re talking about the Big 5 root causes behind so many of your symptoms (yep, even the ones doctors brush off): liver health, gut issues, insulin resistance, poor sleep, and chronic stress—and how they’re all connected. Plus, we'll touch on hormones, fasting, and detox!
If you’ve ever felt like your body is working against you no matter how hard you try, this is your invitation to stop chasing quick fixes and start healing at the root. God created your body to thrive, and in this series, I’ll help you understand how.
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Jerusha (00:01):
Welcome to Tired Mommy Revival.
Hey mama.
Are you running on coffee fumes,feeling like brain fog, fatigue
and anxiety, or running the show?
Do you wake up dreading the dayahead already overwhelmed by the
endless to-do list, and unsurehow you'll make it through.
Do you long for the energyto enjoy motherhood?
(00:23):
And care for yourself, but feelstuck and unsure where to start.
Let me remind you ofsomething life changing.
You were created for more, moreenergy, more clarity, more joy.
Hi, I'm Jha, certifiedHolistic Wellness Coach.
Wife and mom to two wild boysand one baby girl in heaven.
(00:46):
I know the exhaustion you'refeeling because I've been there
barely making it through the day.
Relying on coffee and chocolate tosurvive and wondering why nothing
I tried ever made me feel better.
Then God stepped in andrevealed a powerful truth.
A woman's body is beautifullyand uniquely designed to thrive.
(01:07):
When we align with how God createdus, we can boost our energy bust
through fatigue and step into thevibrant, joy filled life he has for us.
Mama.
I'm living proof thatit's possible these days.
I wake up, refreshed, nourished my bodywith intention and navigate the chaos
of motherhood with patience and peace.
(01:28):
Most days, and I wannahelp you do the same.
If you're ready to swap exhaustion forenergy, brain fog for clarity and guilt
for grace, you are in the right place.
Each week we'll dive into practicalstrategies, faith-filled truths,
and empowering tools to renew yourhealth, body, soul, and spirit.
(01:48):
Are you ready for this?
Let's do it, mama.
Let me guess.
You've tried the supplements,the meal plans, the podcasts,
the Pinterest workouts.
You've cut carbs, added greens,switched to oat milk, and drank so
much water you're practically floating.
(02:09):
And still, you are exhausted.
You start your mornings already drained.
You push through the day on caffeineand willpower, and when someone
says "you just need to take bettercare of yourself", you want to cry,
or scream, because you're trying.
You really are.
(02:29):
So, can we get real for a second?
I wanna ask your permission.
Can we cut through the fluff of thehealthcare industry and can we go deeper?
Can we stop chasing surface levelsolutions and talk about what's
really going on in your body?
(02:49):
Because mama, yourexhaustion is not random.
Your mood swings, your brain fog,your stubborn weight, your PMS, your
cravings, your lack of motivation.
It's not just mom life.
No!
It is not just stress, orsleep, or hormones, or gut
issues, or insulin, or fatigue.
(03:12):
Honey, it's all of it,and it's all connected.
And the problem is thatno one is explaining how!
The health world has sold us the idea thathealing has to be complicated, that you
need a fancy protocol, 14 supplements anda color coded spreadsheet to feel better.
(03:32):
But I believe healing gets to be simplebecause God designed it that way.
I am so excited to announce that thisis the first episode in a new series
I'm doing called Root Causes, and we'regoing to pull back the curtain on the
health struggles that Christian momslike us are facing every single day.
(03:54):
You are going to finally understandwhy your body feels off, why
the diets didn't work, why thefatigue never fully goes away.
Why your cycle is wonky, or yourskin breaks out, or your weight
won't budge, even though you feellike you're doing everything right.
(04:15):
In this series, we're going to talkabout the big five foundational
systems that influence everythingin your body, and more importantly,
how they're all deeply connected.
Here's what I mean.
Let's start with your liver.
Most of us never think about it, unlessa blood panel shows something's off, but
(04:36):
your liver is constantly working behindthe scenes, filtering toxins, metabolizing
hormones, balancing blood sugar, and evenimpacting your ability to lose weight.
And here's the twist, if your gut isn'tworking properly, your liver has to
work overtime trying to mop up the mess.
Now let's talk about your gut.
(04:57):
It's not just about bloating or digestion.
Your gut houses a hugeportion of your immune system.
It influences your mood, your skin,your mental clarity, and your hormones.
If your gut is leaky or inflamed, itsends stress signals to your brain and
creates more systemic inflammation.
(05:21):
Which brings us to insulin resistance.
You might not even know what's happeningin your body, but if you're experiencing
crazy energy crashes, brain fog, stubbornbelly fat and intense cravings, you're
likely dealing with some level of it.
And guess what?
Your gut health and liver function playa huge role in your blood sugar balance.
(05:45):
One impacts the other.
Then there's sleep, the mostunderestimated pillar of healing.
If you're not sleeping well, yourliver can't detox properly overnight.
And mama, I know that in some seasonsthis is so much harder than others,
but if you're not in a season with anewborn anymore, then you need to get
(06:08):
your sleep back in sync because yourblood sugar also becomes less stable.
Your hunger and stress hormonesspike, and one rough night of sleep
can throw off your whole system.
And yet, when your stress is high, yoursleep suffers, which creates a cycle of
exhaustion that feels impossible to break.
(06:30):
And then of course we have stress,the quiet thief of your energy.
Stress isn't just an emotion,it's a physiological response.
Chronic stress changes your gutbacteria, it raises cortisol, which
messes with insulin, which messeswith sleep, which makes your liver
(06:50):
sluggish, which makes you feel worse.
It's all so interconnected.
Do you see it?
It's not five separate problems.
It's one big conversation yourbody is trying to have with you.
And healing doesn't come fromaddressing one thing in isolation.
And this is where we gettripped up in modern medicine.
(07:14):
They want to focus on the one thing.
But in holistic wellness, we stepback and we look at the whole picture.
It comes from supporting the whole systemgently and wisely the way God intended.
And here's what the series is going todo, and the coming weeks, we're going
to break down each of these areas.
(07:34):
One, your liver and how it mightbe silently slowing down your
metabolism and hormone balance.
Your gut and why it's the root of so manyissues you never knew were connected.
Three, your insulin responseand how it impacts your energy,
weight, and even your fertility.
(07:55):
Four, your sleep and why exhaustionisn't just normal for moms.
And five, your stress response, theundercurrent that's often stealing
your healing without you realizing it.
We'll also talk about how toactually support your body in all
of these areas using tools thatare simple, biblical, and backed by
(08:17):
how your body was designed to heal.
I'll also teach you a little bitabout intermittent fasting, not as
a diet, but as a natural rhythm ofrestoration for your gut, insulin,
and even your mental clarity.
And we'll talk a little bit aboutdetoxing, not with expensive powders,
(08:37):
but by supporting your body'sGod-given detox systems with food
and rhythms that work with your life.
Because the truth is youdon't need more information.
You need clarity and a path.
You need someone to say, "here'swhat's happening, here's why, and
(08:57):
here's what we can do about it".
That is my heart for you in this series,to help you understand the language of
your body, to equip you with practicaltools, and to remind you that God
didn't create you to live in burnout.
Mama, healing is not about perfection.
(09:18):
It's not about chasing trendsor cutting everything out.
It is about coming back intoalignment with the way your
body was designed to thrive.
So, if you've been stuck in the fog,if you're tired of trying all the
things and still feeling off, if you'recraving clarity and ready for real
(09:40):
change, then this series is for you.
And here's where we'restarting: with your hormones.
Because mama, I wanna flip thescript on what you've been told.
Your hormones are not the enemy.
They're not some wild, unpredictable forcethat you just have to suffer through.
(10:00):
God designed your hormonesto serve you, to give you
strength, intuition, resilience,creativity, and yes, even energy.
But here's the key.
They're cyclical.
They change throughout the month.
And when you learn to work withthose rhythms instead of against
(10:21):
them, something amazing happens.
You stop feeling crazy andyou start feeling aligned.
You stop pushing through andyou start flowing with the
way your body was created.
And the next episode we're going totalk about how understanding your
hormones might just be the biggestgame changer in your wellness journey,
(10:42):
especially if you've struggled withPMS, fertility, PCOS, brain fog,
weight gain, low energy or anxiety.
So stick around, friend.
This is where healing starts, notwith restriction or confusion,
but with understanding and grace.
(11:02):
You were created for wellness,and this is just the beginning.
I can't wait to see you next time.
Mama, I hope this episode blessedyou and reminded you that you were
beautifully and uniquely made to thrive.
If today's conversation spoke to yourheart, I'd love for you to take a
moment to leave a rating and review.
(11:22):
Not only does it encourage me,but it helps more tired mamas
discover the hope, healing, andenergy they've been searching for.
You are not in this alone.
Make sure to hit subscribeso you never miss an episode.
Together we will reclaim yourenergy, renew your health, and revive
your spirit one step at a time.
Until next time.
(11:43):
Remember, you are beautifully designed byGod to live with energy, clarity, and joy.
You're not just surviving mama.
You're stepping into the vibrantlife you were created for.
I'm cheering you on.
Welcome to Tired Mommy Revival.
Hey mama.
Are you running on coffee fumes,feeling like brain fog, fatigue
and anxiety, or running the show?
Do you wake up dreading the dayahead already overwhelmed by the
endless to-do list, and unsurehow you'll make it through.
Do you long for the energyto enjoy motherhood?
(00:23):
And care for yourself, but feelstuck and unsure where to start.
Let me remind you ofsomething life changing.
You were created for more, moreenergy, more clarity, more joy.
Hi, I'm Jha, certifiedHolistic Wellness Coach.
Wife and mom to two wild boysand one baby girl in heaven.
(00:46):
I know the exhaustion you'refeeling because I've been there
barely making it through the day.
Relying on coffee and chocolate tosurvive and wondering why nothing
I tried ever made me feel better.
Then God stepped in andrevealed a powerful truth.
A woman's body is beautifullyand uniquely designed to thrive.
(01:07):
When we align with how God createdus, we can boost our energy bust
through fatigue and step into thevibrant, joy filled life he has for us.
Mama.
I'm living proof thatit's possible these days.
I wake up, refreshed, nourished my bodywith intention and navigate the chaos
of motherhood with patience and peace.
(01:28):
Most days, and I wannahelp you do the same.
If you're ready to swap exhaustion forenergy, brain fog for clarity and guilt
for grace, you are in the right place.
Each week we'll dive into practicalstrategies, faith-filled truths,
and empowering tools to renew yourhealth, body, soul, and spirit.
(01:48):
Are you ready for this?
Let's do it, mama.
Let me guess.
You've tried the supplements,the meal plans, the podcasts,
the Pinterest workouts.
You've cut carbs, added greens,switched to oat milk, and drank so
much water you're practically floating.
(02:09):
And still, you are exhausted.
You start your mornings already drained.
You push through the day on caffeineand willpower, and when someone
says "you just need to take bettercare of yourself", you want to cry,
or scream, because you're trying.
You really are.
(02:29):
So, can we get real for a second?
I wanna ask your permission.
Can we cut through the fluff of thehealthcare industry and can we go deeper?
Can we stop chasing surface levelsolutions and talk about what's
really going on in your body?
(02:49):
Because mama, yourexhaustion is not random.
Your mood swings, your brain fog,your stubborn weight, your PMS, your
cravings, your lack of motivation.
It's not just mom life.
No!
It is not just stress, orsleep, or hormones, or gut
issues, or insulin, or fatigue.
(03:12):
Honey, it's all of it,and it's all connected.
And the problem is thatno one is explaining how!
The health world has sold us the idea thathealing has to be complicated, that you
need a fancy protocol, 14 supplements anda color coded spreadsheet to feel better.
(03:32):
But I believe healing gets to be simplebecause God designed it that way.
I am so excited to announce that thisis the first episode in a new series
I'm doing called Root Causes, and we'regoing to pull back the curtain on the
health struggles that Christian momslike us are facing every single day.
(03:54):
You are going to finally understandwhy your body feels off, why
the diets didn't work, why thefatigue never fully goes away.
Why your cycle is wonky, or yourskin breaks out, or your weight
won't budge, even though you feellike you're doing everything right.
(04:15):
In this series, we're going to talkabout the big five foundational
systems that influence everythingin your body, and more importantly,
how they're all deeply connected.
Here's what I mean.
Let's start with your liver.
Most of us never think about it, unlessa blood panel shows something's off, but
(04:36):
your liver is constantly working behindthe scenes, filtering toxins, metabolizing
hormones, balancing blood sugar, and evenimpacting your ability to lose weight.
And here's the twist, if your gut isn'tworking properly, your liver has to
work overtime trying to mop up the mess.
Now let's talk about your gut.
(04:57):
It's not just about bloating or digestion.
Your gut houses a hugeportion of your immune system.
It influences your mood, your skin,your mental clarity, and your hormones.
If your gut is leaky or inflamed, itsends stress signals to your brain and
creates more systemic inflammation.
(05:21):
Which brings us to insulin resistance.
You might not even know what's happeningin your body, but if you're experiencing
crazy energy crashes, brain fog, stubbornbelly fat and intense cravings, you're
likely dealing with some level of it.
And guess what?
Your gut health and liver function playa huge role in your blood sugar balance.
(05:45):
One impacts the other.
Then there's sleep, the mostunderestimated pillar of healing.
If you're not sleeping well, yourliver can't detox properly overnight.
And mama, I know that in some seasonsthis is so much harder than others,
but if you're not in a season with anewborn anymore, then you need to get
(06:08):
your sleep back in sync because yourblood sugar also becomes less stable.
Your hunger and stress hormonesspike, and one rough night of sleep
can throw off your whole system.
And yet, when your stress is high, yoursleep suffers, which creates a cycle of
exhaustion that feels impossible to break.
(06:30):
And then of course we have stress,the quiet thief of your energy.
Stress isn't just an emotion,it's a physiological response.
Chronic stress changes your gutbacteria, it raises cortisol, which
messes with insulin, which messeswith sleep, which makes your liver
(06:50):
sluggish, which makes you feel worse.
It's all so interconnected.
Do you see it?
It's not five separate problems.
It's one big conversation yourbody is trying to have with you.
And healing doesn't come fromaddressing one thing in isolation.
And this is where we gettripped up in modern medicine.
(07:14):
They want to focus on the one thing.
But in holistic wellness, we stepback and we look at the whole picture.
It comes from supporting the whole systemgently and wisely the way God intended.
And here's what the series is going todo, and the coming weeks, we're going
to break down each of these areas.
(07:34):
One, your liver and how it mightbe silently slowing down your
metabolism and hormone balance.
Your gut and why it's the root of so manyissues you never knew were connected.
Three, your insulin responseand how it impacts your energy,
weight, and even your fertility.
(07:55):
Four, your sleep and why exhaustionisn't just normal for moms.
And five, your stress response, theundercurrent that's often stealing
your healing without you realizing it.
We'll also talk about how toactually support your body in all
of these areas using tools thatare simple, biblical, and backed by
(08:17):
how your body was designed to heal.
I'll also teach you a little bitabout intermittent fasting, not as
a diet, but as a natural rhythm ofrestoration for your gut, insulin,
and even your mental clarity.
And we'll talk a little bit aboutdetoxing, not with expensive powders,
(08:37):
but by supporting your body'sGod-given detox systems with food
and rhythms that work with your life.
Because the truth is youdon't need more information.
You need clarity and a path.
You need someone to say, "here'swhat's happening, here's why, and
(08:57):
here's what we can do about it".
That is my heart for you in this series,to help you understand the language of
your body, to equip you with practicaltools, and to remind you that God
didn't create you to live in burnout.
Mama, healing is not about perfection.
(09:18):
It's not about chasing trendsor cutting everything out.
It is about coming back intoalignment with the way your
body was designed to thrive.
So, if you've been stuck in the fog,if you're tired of trying all the
things and still feeling off, if you'recraving clarity and ready for real
(09:40):
change, then this series is for you.
And here's where we'restarting: with your hormones.
Because mama, I wanna flip thescript on what you've been told.
Your hormones are not the enemy.
They're not some wild, unpredictable forcethat you just have to suffer through.
(10:00):
God designed your hormonesto serve you, to give you
strength, intuition, resilience,creativity, and yes, even energy.
But here's the key.
They're cyclical.
They change throughout the month.
And when you learn to work withthose rhythms instead of against
(10:21):
them, something amazing happens.
You stop feeling crazy andyou start feeling aligned.
You stop pushing through andyou start flowing with the
way your body was created.
And the next episode we're going totalk about how understanding your
hormones might just be the biggestgame changer in your wellness journey,
(10:42):
especially if you've struggled withPMS, fertility, PCOS, brain fog,
weight gain, low energy or anxiety.
So stick around, friend.
This is where healing starts, notwith restriction or confusion,
but with understanding and grace.
(11:02):
You were created for wellness,and this is just the beginning.
I can't wait to see you next time.
Mama, I hope this episode blessedyou and reminded you that you were
beautifully and uniquely made to thrive.
If today's conversation spoke to yourheart, I'd love for you to take a
moment to leave a rating and review.
(11:22):
Not only does it encourage me,but it helps more tired mamas
discover the hope, healing, andenergy they've been searching for.
You are not in this alone.
Make sure to hit subscribeso you never miss an episode.
Together we will reclaim yourenergy, renew your health, and revive
your spirit one step at a time.
Until next time.
(11:43):
Remember, you are beautifully designed byGod to live with energy, clarity, and joy.
You're not just surviving mama.
You're stepping into the vibrantlife you were created for.
I'm cheering you on.
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