What if hitting rock bottom wasn’t the end - but the brutal, messy beginning of your rebirth?

In this episode, Mayssa Chehata (founder of Behave Candy) pulls back the curtain on her breakdown-to-breakthrough journey: from burnout, self-sabotage, and maxed-out credit cards to rebuilding her nervous system, business, and self-worth from scratch.

No sugarcoating here. Mayssa shares:

• Why her lowest point became the catalyst she needed (even when it felt like the universe had abandoned her).
• How unprocessed childhood rage masqueraded as exhaustion, sugar addiction, and chaotic relationships.
• The actual tools that rewired her subconscious (spoiler: it involved screaming into pillows and ugly-crying through meditations).

If you’ve ever…

✔ ️ Fake "fine" while feeling spiritually bankrupt…

✔ ️ Watch your dreams stall because your nervous system is stuck in survival mode…

✔ ️ Or wondered if healing is just a luxury for people with "calmer" trauma…

…this episode is your proof: Transformation isn’t about perfection. It’s about showing up to the mess and trusting the fall is part of the rise.

***This episode is not meant to be medical advice. If you're currently experiencing something out of the normal please contact your medical provider for individualized care.***

Connect with Mayssa Chehata:

Instagram: @mayssa

Website: https://www.eatbehave.com/

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Learn more about Marea: http://www.mareawellness.com/
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Connect with The Flow State Podcast Hosts:

Norah Candito, Registered Dietitian: @nutritionwithnorah

Website: https://www.nutritionwithnorah.com/

Join the Nutrition with Norah Academy to be empowered through community and education to support your health: https://nutrition-with-norah.mn.co/plans/375829?bundle_token=f88f88f5b19e1cb7c141096a1f658ded&utm_source=manual

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Monica Grohne, Marea’s founder, PMDD warrior and wellness junkie: @monicagrohne

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Ever feel like no matter what you eat, your energy crashes, your hormones feel out of whack, or you’re just never truly satisfied?

In this episode, Monica and Norah dive deep into nourishment- not just food, but how to truly fuel your body, mind, and soul. They share personal struggles with under-eating, the real impact of nutrition on hormones, and how to break free from diet culture to feel your best.

Episode Highlights:

• Life updates: Nora’s pregnancy journey & Monica’s move to Arizona
• What nourishment really means—beyond just food
• Signs you might be under-eating (even if you don’t realize it)
• How under-eating affects hormones, metabolism, and long-term health
• Personal stories: From restrictive eating to intuitive nourishment
• Why protein, carbs, and fats ALL matter for energy and balance
• Simple ways to start eating enough without overcomplicating it
• How to tune into your body’s signals (instead of ignoring them)

And many more!

Learn more about Marea: http://www.mareawellness.com/
Get 15% off your first month of MAREA with code FLOWSTATE

Connect with The Flow State Podcast Hosts:

Norah Candito, Registered Dietitian: @nutritionwithnorah

Website: https://www.nutritionwithnorah.com/

Join the Nutrition with Norah Academy to be empowered through community and education to support your health: https://nutrition-with-norah.mn.co/plans/375829?bundle_token=f88f88f5b19e1cb7c141096a1f658ded&utm_source=manual

What Labs Should You Have Drawn Free download

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Monica Grohne, Marea’s founder, PMDD warrior and wellness junkie: @monicagrohne

Want to connect with other like minded wellness girlies? Join the FLOW STATE UNIVERSITY community where you can get access to free workshops, community support & more.

Hey friends, welcome back to the Flow State Podcast!

This episode is a special one, not just because it’s PMDD Awareness Month, but because we’re joined again by someone you’ve probably heard and loved before: functional dietitian and PMDD advocate, Mandy Rother.

If you’ve ever found yourself staring at a mountain of supplements, wondering why nothing’s working… or feeling overwhelmed by all the advice out there on how to manage PMDD. This episode is for you. It’s part myth-busting, part deep-dive, and all heart. ❤️

Monica and Mandy talk candidly about:

• Why not all supplements are created equal (and how to know the difference)
  
  
  
• How PMDD symptoms are tied to much more than hormones
  
  
  
• The role of nutrition, rest, rhythms, and deeper purpose in the healing journey
  
  
  
• What it really takes to see sustainable change
  
  
  
• Plus: the behind-the-scenes story of Marea’s PMS Elixir — how it was created, tested, and continues to evolve

And many more!

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, managing symptoms for years, or supporting someone with PMDD, you’ll walk away from this conversation with clarity, compassion, and a few “a-ha!” moments.

💡 Bonus: Mandy shares 4 major reasons why supplements might not be working for you and what to do instead.

We’d love to keep this Q&A style going, so if you’ve got questions we didn’t get to, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here for you - always.

Stay Connected with Mandy Rother:

Instagram: @mandyrother.rd

Website: https://www.revealfunctionalnutrition.com/

This podcast is brought to you by Marea. A menstrual wellness company providing drinkable nutrition to support you and your hormones. Take 15% off your first order with the code FLOWPOD.

Learn more about Marea: http://www.mareawellness.com/

Connect with The Flow State Podcast Hosts:

Norah Candito, registered dietitian: @nutritionwithnorah

Email: nutritionwithnorah@gmail.com