S5.Ep16 | The Wisdom Within: Hot Girl Healing: The New Era of Wellness That Works
In this refreshingly real episode of Stages of She, we turn the mic toward our very own co-host Sara Strasbaugh—PR Director at GSPR and founder of The Blonde Bites—for a candid conversation on what wellness actually means in your 30s.
Together with Lis and Kristina, Sara unpacks her evolving definition of self-care, the wellness trends she’s left behind, and what it means to heal without hustling. From ditching green juice guilt to embracing mental stillness over morning productivity pressure, this episode is a deep exhale for anyone tired of chasing an aesthetic version of health.
We explore the rise of “hot girl healing”—a wellness era rooted in authenticity, not perfection—and the daily practices that help us feel nourished instead of drained. Whether you're navigating burnout, reevaluating your routines, or just craving a more grounded take on self-care, Sara’s perspective offers permission to do less and feel more.
Some of the episode highlights include:
How your definition of wellness changes with age (and why that’s a good thing)
Letting go of wellness fads that no longer serve you
What toxic wellness culture looks like IRL and online
Reframing emotional self-care on the days you feel like a mess
How to stay kind to yourself when healing gets hard and nonlinear
Why “saying no” can be the most healing thing you do
If you’ve ever felt like rest needed to be earned or healing had to be productive, this episode is for you.
You can follow Sara on Instagram at @the.blonde.bites and learn more about her work at Godfrey Social PR.