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Wellness For The Hot Mess

Wellness For The Hot Mess

By Kristin McGrath & Lexi Rodriguez

A realistic wellness podcast for the girl who lives her life in balance, 50% wellness + 50% hot mess + 100% real. Hosted by your wellness besties Kristin McGrath & Lexi Rodriguez Smith ✨
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61. When Your Internal Hell Becomes Your External Reality

Wellness For The Hot MessMar 19, 2023

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66. Creating a Gntlr World with Gntl Skincare Founder Sydney Dake

66. Creating a Gntlr World with Gntl Skincare Founder Sydney Dake

This week on Wellness For The Hot Mess, all you need is less. 


Kristin sits down with Gntl Skincare founder, Sydney Dake to help you simplify your beauty routine and learn more about how you can be sustainably conscious when it comes to beauty products. 


Sydney also shares her journey building her business from the ground up, imposter syndrome, and the reality of the highs and lows of wellness. 


We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did!


xoxo Kristin & Lexi


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Where you can find Sydney & Gntl:

Website - https://gntlskin.com/

Instagram - @gntlskincare

TikTok - @gntlskin 

Sydney's Instagram - @sydneykdake 


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https://shopbeam.com/products/sleep-powder?utm_source=tribe&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=kristin+mcgrath&selling_plan=787415095


Or use code KRISTINM15


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May 28, 202353:13
65. Self Awareness: Superpower or Supertrigger with Tony Dufresne

65. Self Awareness: Superpower or Supertrigger with Tony Dufresne

More Sunday conversations like this one!!


Lexi sits down with her former pod co-host and friend Tony Dufresne for a real and vulnerable conversation about self awareness and what happens when imposter syndrome creeps in. Hear more about Lexi’s past dating life and how Tony’s journey to becoming a girl dad led him to going back to school to study consciousness.


More topics covered in this episode:

- Dating

- Cheating

- Relationship patterns

- Triggers and how they come up

- Self realizations and self awareness


xoxo Kristin & Lexi


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Where you can find Tony:

Website/Podcast: https://sbirpodcast.com/

Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FTJY8RL?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_HQGYZPH4J9AZPNP0T1C8

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May 14, 202347:47
64. It's A Spiritual Hot Girl Summer

64. It's A Spiritual Hot Girl Summer

Are you ready for a new era of Wellness For The Hot Mess? 


Unfiltered in the best ways possible, we're bringing you more authentic and real conversations on all on things wellness and what is going on in our personal lives. Step into your spiritual hot girl summer with us!


A wellness focused podcast just as messy as ever!


xoxo Kristin & Lexi


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Apr 30, 202346:17
63. Lexi's First Experience With Ayahuasca

63. Lexi's First Experience With Ayahuasca

WOW. What a journey the last couple of months have been as I prepared for my first experience with the sacred plant medicine making it's way around the world, Ayahuasca.

I'm going to be honest (& if you'd like a deeper reflection of this listen to the full episode) when I first decided to explore myself deeper through the healing power of Aya, I thought this would be a one time journey. And I was wrong.

This is just the beginning of my journey with this powerful plant medicine & I'm really honored to be able to share it with you.

I just want to reflect that everything I share about in this episode is solely my experience & my perspective.

If you're thinking about exploring plant medicine my biggest piece of advice would be to work with a trusted therapist, psychedelic integration or prep provider &/or mental wellness professional before diving in.


xoxo Lexi


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Apr 17, 202301:05:31
62. Fulfilling Your Soul's Purpose with Emily DeBouver

62. Fulfilling Your Soul's Purpose with Emily DeBouver

Happy Sunday babes and welcome back to Wellness For The Hot Mess podcast!


It's been a few weeks so let's catch up! Kristin moved BACK to Chicago, Lexi has been frolicking around the Big Island, and Kristin's obsession with VPR has become REAL!


We also have a special interview with one of the most amazing women. Today we are sitting down with the queen of spiritual transformations, Emily DeBouver. Emily is a women’s life & relationship coach. She is a certified somatic healer who guides women through releasing energy in their bodies and lives that keeps them stuck, leaving them with the tools to consciously create a life and relationship that feels fulfilling on a soul level.


Before Emily found her purpose working as a coach, she had juggled all sorts of jobs desperately trying to find fulfillment. From teaching group fitness, to dancing at clubs and working in bottle service, all the way to working in real estate, before deciding one day to leave everything she had ever known behind and grab a one way ticket to Bali.


Emily's story of transformation and self discovery is so powerful and inspiring and we can't wait for you to listen.


As always, be sure to stay until the end to hear Emily's Hot Mess Moment!

xoxo Kristin & Lexi

Find Emily IRL:

Instagram - @em.debouver

TikTok - @em.debouver


Work with Emily:

Join the waitlist for Emily's 3-month self discovery & relationship course "Embodied" that starts this May 2023: https://pckxw89ujvc.typeform.com/to/QpGDD3BP


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Apr 09, 202358:57
61. When Your Internal Hell Becomes Your External Reality

61. When Your Internal Hell Becomes Your External Reality

Happy Sunday babes and welcome to INTERNAL HELL!

JK, kinda...

On this episode, we are riding hard behind something we're sure you've heard before, how your THOUGHTS become your REALITY. From depressive episodes to abundance galore, it's time to recognize your reality can shift by practicing something as easy and gentle as visualization. Not sure where to start? Lexi walks you through step by step how to use sensations and visualizations to begin manifesting the reality you desire and healing the traumas you deserve to make peace with. 

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Facebook Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/wellnessforthehotmesscommunity

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtXWnXS0o0_JZ-HCBHTEWUA

Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com

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Mar 19, 202339:03
60. Let's Talk Period Health with Kate Morton

60. Let's Talk Period Health with Kate Morton

Happy Sunday babes! Get ready for the most epic conversation with the most epic chick! 

We spend hours scrolling on TikTok watching get ready with me after get ready with me, or picking up gut health tips from our favorite wellness influencer, but there seems to be a HUGE topic of conversation in the wellness space not going viral on our for you pages. DRUMROLL PLEASE, it's time to chat period health! 

Today, we are sitting down with CEO and founder of Funk It Wellness, Kate Morton! Kate is a Registered Dietitian, SXSW speaker and menstrual health advocate. Kate has a master’s degree in Human Clinical Nutrition and focuses on menstrual health and anti-diet culture education. After completing her studies, Kate moved to New Zealand where she began working with wellness start-ups to develop nutritionally sound products in the “better for you” market. While in New Zealand, Kate started to presume a more holistic way of living that led her to dive deeper into the science of hormones and cyclical living. Kate has grown funk it to a 6 figure business in less than 2 years and has educated thousands of women on the importance of menstrual health all while creating a truly nutritionally sound product. Kate’s mission is to empower all menstruators to have autonomy over their bodies and learn to make peace with food and their cycles.  

So join us today as we make period talk trendy and let us know your favorite take aways from our conversation.   

Follow Kate and Funk It Wellness! @funk.it.wellness  @carbsandkate  

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Mar 05, 202357:30
59. Cheers to 28, B*tch!

59. Cheers to 28, B*tch!

HAPPY 28th BIRTHDAY KRISTIN!   

We're sitting down recapping things that are alive for us this week, our most recent community meetup, and taking a trip down memory lane to talk about our most important take aways from our 20s.  

We love spending Sunday's with you, see you next week!   

xo Kristin & Lexi  

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Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtXWnXS0o0_JZ-HCBHTEWUA  

Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com  


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Feb 26, 202350:37
58. Wellness Hacks to Make Your Life Easier and More Fulfilling
Feb 12, 202350:39
57. Lucky Girl Syndrome And A Little Too Much Botox
Feb 05, 202349:04
56. Dropping in w/ Lexi Rodriguez

56. Dropping in w/ Lexi Rodriguez

Welcome to your guided breath work and meditation session led by our beautiful Lex. We encourage you to slow down, relax, find power in the pause of stillness, and trust in the timing of your life. 

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Info for Lexi's workshop!

https://lexi-rodriguez-123d.mykajabi.com/offers/GQAkrHLN

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Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com

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Jan 23, 202324:51
55. It’s Biohacking, b*tch.

55. It’s Biohacking, b*tch.

Welcome back! We are so happy to be back with you, thank you for being with us for our first episode of 2023! We wanted to speak to what so many people are doing right now. This episode covers New Years resolutions, habits, biohacking, and what we've learned on our wellness journey that could help you on your own. Let us know what resonates with you! 

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Insta - @wellnessforthehotmess / @kristinmcgrath / @lexi.rodriguez.smith 

Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com 

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Jan 15, 202347:50
54. Smash or Pass - Holiday Edition with He's My Girl Podcast

54. Smash or Pass - Holiday Edition with He's My Girl Podcast

Today, Kristin sits down with Steven Peters and Tanner Grefsheim from the hilariously candid podcast "He's My Girl" for an epic game of Smash or Pass - Holiday Edition. Pour a festive cocktail, get cozy, and escape the madness of the holidays for an hour with us. 

Both chronic oversharers, these Chicago best-friends drop new episodes every Wednesday having conversations all about the LGBTQ+ community. The duo discuss everything from dating to open relationships, coming-out stories, political issues and more. When not practicing wellness, the two can be found being a hot mess together out on a Saturday night. 


Follow He's My Girl Podcast!

@hesmygirlpodcast @stevendpeters @tannergrefsheim 

Happy Holidays WFTHM fam! We love you endlessly!

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Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com 

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Dec 25, 202251:14
53. The Divine Pause with Jenni Adishian

53. The Divine Pause with Jenni Adishian

Jenni Adishian is a Manifestation Expert, Intuitive, Meditation Guide, Mental Health Advocate and adventurous soul.

Her experiences with anxiety, depression and burnout working in corporate marketing for 8 years lead her to follow her dreams and manifest her own business in 2020, guiding women in finding clarity on what they deserve and aligning with it through mental wellness, manifestation and mindset coaching.

Her intention is to serve as many souls in feeling better, waking up to their inner magic and stepping into the abundant life that they were born to have.

Jenni's community has grown to manifest 1,200+ documented manifestations in relationship, home, business, career, money, mental and physical health + more.

In today's episode, Jenni shares her journey with manifestation and mental wellness, and how that helped her to turn  her "hot-mess-twenties", into some of the most fulfilling and abundant years. Grab a pen or open up your notes app because you are not going to want to miss the nuggets of gold Jenni shares in today's beautifully inspiring conversation.


Looking to connect with Jenni?

Insta - instagram.com/jenni.adishian

Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTUu9ZiiaYxfAEVu2Jj6eOA

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thedailymanifester

And make sure to check out Jenni's incredible workshops, memberships, and courses below: 

JENNIADISHIAN.COM

Reflect + Release 2022 Workshop

https://view.flodesk.com/pages/639bada145d7b73b09eedc5f

Abundant Collective - Monthly Manifestation Membership https://www.jenniadishian.com/abundan..

Courses https://www.jenniadishian.com/programs

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Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com

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Dec 18, 202258:30
52. Kristin Pulls The Death Card with Alexis Katsafanas

52. Kristin Pulls The Death Card with Alexis Katsafanas

Today we connect with Alexis Katsafanas (Scorpio Sun, Pisces Moon, and Virgo Rising) who is an intuitive Tarot card reader based in New York City. When she’s not reading Tarot, Alexis works in Digital Merchandising and teaches group fitness classes. Across all of her work during her career she’s held a long term mission that guides her – how to help people feel seen. In this episode, Alexis tells us about how she discovered Tarot and the subsequent development of her own spiritual practice. Alexis explains how Tarot has been an incredible tool for practicing mindfulness, building her intuitive capacity, and deepening her trust in her inner wisdom. 

Follow Alexis on Instagram @mediterraneanmagick Follow Alexis on TikTok @mediterraneanmagick 

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Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com

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Dec 11, 202259:34
51. Taking Control of Your Health With Joanna McGrath
Dec 04, 202235:24
50. Moving Affirmation Meditation By Lexi Rodriguez
Nov 26, 202217:30
49. I've Been Struggling

49. I've Been Struggling

Kristin here - first and foremost, thank you for taking some time out of your crazy, busy day to spend with me. It’s been hard for me to be honest about where I’m at recently, but I’ve been struggling. Struggling with my mental health, my purpose or lack there of, and struggling with the pulls of my Saturn return. Unfortunately, I don’t have many answers for you today. Rather, I wanted to share my story and where I am at in life in hopes of reaching someone who may need to hear that they are not alone in their similar struggles.


Please remember, help is available. You can call a crisis line or the National Suicide Prevention Line at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). Crisis Text Line also provides free, 24/7, confidential support via text message to people in crisis when they dial 741741. If you think your friend or family member is in need of community mental health services you can find help in your area using this number.

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Nov 21, 202233:41
48. Seasonal Depression
Nov 13, 202251:54
47. Navigating the Waves With Jillian Barnes

47. Navigating the Waves With Jillian Barnes

Today we get to hear an honest and real account from our friend Jillian Barnes about her recent journey with endometriosis and the adjustments she’s had to make in her life with fitness. Jillian is a personal trainer and nutritionist based in Boston and beyond and is the cofounder and founder of two incredible fitness brands, Jet Athletics and Sports Bras Only. This conversation might be an eye-opening experience for some listeners so please reach out if there is anything we can help with by directing you to some people that can hopefully help.  Let us know what resonates with you!

Connect with Jillian here: @bodybyjillian @sportsbrasonly @jet.athletics

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Nov 06, 202229:26
46. Audience Q&A
Oct 23, 202201:02:47
45. The Power of Plant Medicine With Brooke Novick

45. The Power of Plant Medicine With Brooke Novick

Welcome friends, we are so excited for you to hear this episode. Full of tips, insight, and advice around microdosing. What it is, what benefits it can have, and how to approach it. We are lucky enough to have a guest that is an expert on all of these things. Brooke Novick is a licensed psychotherapist and graduate of the Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies and Research program at the California Institute of Integral Studies. She has worked for a psilocybin retreat company, assisted a Peruvian shaman, and has years of experience working with individuals, couples, and groups. Brooke is committed to helping others access their inherent worth, power, and beauty, so they may heal and open more fully to love.

Brooke's website: https://axismundiceremony.com

Brooke's IG: https://www.instagram.com/axismundiceremony/


Let us know what resonates with you!

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Oct 16, 202258:41
44. ‘Soft & Strong’ With Fitness Trainer and Model Kristina Ewing

44. ‘Soft & Strong’ With Fitness Trainer and Model Kristina Ewing

Today's conversation finds out about the journey of Kristina Ewing; she is a trainer, a model, and an incredible influential woman of power. Based in LA, Kristina is all about self love and the impact it can have on the fitness industry, which she is relatively new to, but brings a lot of inspiration, honesty, and how to learn through experiences and build a healthy mindset. We hope you enjoy this conversation and take as much away from it as we both did.  Let us know what resonates with you! 


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Oct 09, 202201:09:41
43. Guided Journal Session - Get Cozy, We're Going Deep
Oct 03, 202240:14
42. Your Lack Of Inspiration Could Mean Burnout
Sep 25, 202253:60
41. Imposter Syndrome & Waiting Until Your Married to Safely Start Trauma Dumping
Sep 18, 202256:33
40. ElimiDating To Create More Space W/ Cory Camp
Sep 04, 202201:00:48
39. [Meditation Monday] Somatic Exploration Meditation With Lexi Rodriguez
Aug 21, 202208:28
38. Did I Manifest My Breakup?
Aug 14, 202238:19
37. Lions Gate Portal Guided Journal Sesh W/ Lexi Rodriguez
Aug 08, 202226:12
36. Little Miss Microdose 🍄
Jul 31, 202201:04:59
35. {Elevate Your Presence] Guided Hypnosis Meditation
Jul 24, 202226:36
34. Opening ALL of The Doors
Jul 10, 202240:09
33. Sunday Service
Jun 26, 202234:07
32. Hiring Your Higher Self To Guide Your Life W Amanda Marit
Jun 19, 202201:16:29
31. Lexi SOLO Episode Part 1- Trauma Awareness

31. Lexi SOLO Episode Part 1- Trauma Awareness

Notes From Lexi - DIVE IN & ENJOY! 

I didn’t know why I was being called to do what I was doing (like most run ins with our intuition ) but now I’m seeing it loud and clear.
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healing the trauma in my body- is allowing me to have a potent & experiential impact in the lives of my community 💊
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Like many, & an unfortunate statistic.. I was in an abusive relationship when I was just 14 years old..
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Leaving me completely disassociated from my body, mind, & my nervous systems ‘window of tolerance’ unhealthy & all over the place.
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I didn’t choose to teach nervous system regulation & become a trauma informed practitioner because of that- but just recently I’ve had a light bulb moment as to why I’ve been so attracted to the physiology of healing.


Tune in for a short but sweet conversation around intuition, healing the body first, & the importance of finding a practitioner that understands YOUR healing is YOUR healing. The same formula will NOT work for everyone.

Jun 12, 202216:28
30. No Shame in the Elevation Game
May 22, 202242:29
29. Shit, Life..
May 15, 202232:17
28. Masterclass Mic Drop With Claudia Germuga
Mar 27, 202201:11:52
27. Shit Talking (PS - it's okay we all do it, but let's actually stop)

27. Shit Talking (PS - it's okay we all do it, but let's actually stop)

Happy Sunday WFTHM (hello new acronym?!) babes! Lexi and Kristin are back with a mini episode this week on a juicy ass topic, shit talking. 

Now listen, we are not here to tell you we're perfect and we've never shit talked, and we are also not here to shame you for doing it in the past. We are here to have an open and honest conversation about an uncomfortable topic and ways to move forward with a little less shit talk and a little more good energy in your life. Let's make 2022 the year of no drama, tons of love, and abundance for ALL! 


Want to be friends? Have a question you'd like answered on the pod? A topic you'd like us to talk about? Our DM's are always open!

Insta - @wellnessforthehotmess / @kristinmcgrath / @lexi.marie.rodriguez 

Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com


Music by MiniSants

Mar 20, 202236:44
26. Strong Girl Energy

26. Strong Girl Energy

Babes, your favorite duo is together this week for another episode of Wellness for the Hot Mess! 

Kristin is back from Miami and joins Lexi to speak more about embodying your bigness from last weeks episode with Kelsey Fish. Kristin shares where she is at in her journey of learning to let go of others opinions, and Lexi recalls moments from when she realized in order to go after everything she ever wanted in her career, it required a different type of confidence. 

Learn about how strong girl energy is a unique kind of energy, and once you begin to harness and step into that authentic power there are no limits on the abundance you can receive in life. 


Want to be friends? Have a question you'd like answered on the pod? A concern you want us to hear about? Our DM's are always open!

Insta - @kristinmcgrath / @lexi.marie.rodriguez / @wellnessforthehotmess

Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com

Music by MiniSants

Mar 07, 202243:59
25. Embodying Your Bigness With Kelsey Fish
Mar 01, 202244:02
24. Owning Where You're At & Wanting It All W/ Soul Cycle Instructor Natasha Whitby

24. Owning Where You're At & Wanting It All W/ Soul Cycle Instructor Natasha Whitby

Kristin & Lexi have one of the most real, baddest coaches in the game on the show to chat about owning where you're at in your life & taking control of your hustle. Natasha Whitby is a Puma Coach, Soul Cycle Instructor & Fitness-prenuer showing up every day a better version of herself. What the Wellness For The Hot Mess Community loves about Natasha is that she's out there enjoying life just as much as she's working to change the lives of the people in her community. We love a Women that LOVES a martini. Tune in to hear where she may or may not have gotten cut off celebrating her engagement ! Follow Natasha on IG @natashawhitby_ : ) 

Jan 29, 202201:07:02
23. Never late, always just on time

23. Never late, always just on time

Happy New Year Wellness for the Hot Mess babes! Kristin and Lexi sit down this week to ring in the New Year. Now we know what you're thinking, "aren't they about three weeks too late?". Well yes, but no. This is the year to put trust in the timing of your life, hint hint, you are never behind.

Lexi and Kristin talk about their New Year goals as well as what they are bringing BACK into their life this year. Perhaps we're bringing back a little hustle culture, or maybe even new love. Listen in to find out and make sure to stick around for the end to hear about next weeks very epic, very special guest!


xoxox Kristin & Lexi


Want to be friends? Have a question you'd like answered on the pod? A concern you want us to hear about? Our DM's are always open!

Insta - @kristinmcgrath / @lexi.marie.rodriguez / @wellnessforthehotmess

Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com

Music by MiniSants

Jan 25, 202246:30
22. Family stress, food anxiety, and creating your safe space over the holidays

22. Family stress, food anxiety, and creating your safe space over the holidays

Happy holidays Wellness for the Hot Mess fam! This week Kristin and Lexi sit down to talk all things holiday stress. 

Sometimes, the holidays are opposite of cheerful. Home isn't necessarily a safe and happy space for everyone. You may feel stressed being around your family or experience food anxieties that triggers you. Maybe the holidays bring back old memories that leave you feeling overwhelmed and drained. Whatever you may be dreading this holiday season, Kristin and Lexi share their own experiences and best advice to handle stressful holiday situations. 


A friendly reminder to be gentle with yourself this time of the year. We are always here for you. 

Want to be friends? Have a question you'd like answered on the pod? A concern you want us to hear about? Our DM's are always open!

Insta - @kristinmcgrath / @lexi.marie.rodriguez / @wellnessforthehotmess

Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com

Music by MiniSants

Jan 25, 202242:34
21. Lexi goes to therapy

21. Lexi goes to therapy

Happy Sunday babes! 

Welcome to another episode of Wellness For The Hot Mess. This week, Lexi shares her first experiences with therapy and what led her to finally make the decision to seek extra support. Kristin also dives deep into the ego and fears that previously held her back from seeking therapy, but how much she has gained after deciding to get real with her own struggles. 


Want to be friends? Have a question you'd like answered on the pod? A concern you want us to hear about? Our DM's are always open!

Insta - @kristinmcgrath / @lexi.marie.rodriguez / @wellnessforthehotmess

Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com

Music by MiniSants

Nov 29, 202150:42
20. Letting go and growing up - part two

20. Letting go and growing up - part two

Happy Sunday babes!

This week, Kristin and Lexi sit down for part two of a two part series on letting go of the things that are no longer serving you. Breakups are never easy, and today's episode focuses on exactly that, heartbreak and how you know exactly when it's time to let go of a relationship. Lexi and Kristin share their own personal experiences with heartbreak, grief, and all of the positivity and growth that comes out of letting yourself FEEL and HEAL. 

Settle in for this one, sending you love wherever you may be in your journey. 


Want to be friends? Have a question you'd like answered on the pod? A concern you want us to hear about? Our DM's are always open!

Insta - @kristinmcgrath / @lexi.marie.rodriguez / @wellnessforthehotmess

Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com

Music by MiniSants

Nov 07, 202158:50
19. Letting go and growing up - part one

19. Letting go and growing up - part one

Happy Sunday and happy Halloween lovely humans! 

This week, Kristin and Lexi sit down for part one of a two part series on letting go of the things that are no longer serving you. This week's episode focuses on fear, ego, energy, burnout, disappointment, and how you know exactly when it's time to let go of things in your career and/or friendships that have served their purpose. 

Sometimes, outgrowing certain people or places means getting a little selfish, and that's okay. 


Want to be friends? Have a question you'd like answered on the pod? A concern you want us to hear about? Our DM's are always open!

Insta - @kristinmcgrath / @lexi.marie.rodriguez / @wellnessforthehotmess

Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com

Music by MiniSants

Oct 31, 202142:24
18. Marching to the beat of your own drum

18. Marching to the beat of your own drum

It's a solo episode this week as Lexi finishes her training for her hike of Mt. Whitney, Kristin sits down to share her experiences over the last three years learning to march to the beat of her own drum and embrace her full authentic self, flaws and all. 

It's WAAAAAY easier said than done to show up every single day as your true self, but Kristin breaks down her top three tips to help you not give a damn and dance along to your own beat. Happy Sunday!


Want to be friends? Have a question you'd like answered on the pod? A concern you want us to hear about? Our DM's are always open!

Insta - @kristinmcgrath / @lexi.marie.rodriguez / @wellnessforthehotmess 

Email - wellnessforthehotmess@gmail.com


Music by MiniSants

Oct 10, 202148:45
17. Your body is calling and it's telling you to listen up

17. Your body is calling and it's telling you to listen up

This week on Wellness For The Hot Mess, Kristin and Lexi dive into the topic of body talk and the mind/body connection. Have you ever felt yourself feeling overwhelmed in the fitness space? Maybe you experience crazy bursts of energy some days or consistent burn out and you're not exactly sure why. We've got one word for ya: balance. 

Some weeks, it's go balls to the wall hard, while others it's slowing down and prioritizing gentle forms of self care. Kristin and Lexi share how they have become super clear on exactly what their body needs without feeling guilty and how they find balance using the mind/body connection. 

Pro tip - be kind to yourself through it all



Want to be friends? Have a question you'd like answered on the pod? A concern you want us to hear about? Our DM's are always open!

Insta - @kristinmcgrath / @lexi.marie.rodriguez / @wellnessforthehotmess


Music by MiniSants

Oct 03, 202150:60
16. Guess who's back...

16. Guess who's back...

Back like we, yes I said we, never left.

Buckle up, because Wellness For The Hot Mess w/ Kristin McGrath and Lexi Rodriguez starts now!



Want to be friends? Have a question you'd like answered on the pod? A concern you want us to hear about? Our DM's are always open!

Insta - @kristinmcgrath / @lexi.marie.rodriguez / @wellnessforthehotmess


Music by MiniSants

Sep 26, 202148:14
15. Body confidence w/ Alex Katz
May 13, 202150:22
14. I tried out Tik Tok trends so you don't have to

14. I tried out Tik Tok trends so you don't have to

First things first, Wellness For The Hot Mess is going biweekly baby! Life is crazy, my schedule is whacky, and I want to deliver the best episodes for YOU the dope listener! Which means scaling back to releasing episodes biweekly. I'll miss ya, but I will see ya every other Thursday!


In this weeks episode, Kristin talks about her experiences trying out some of the most popular health and wellness trends on Tik Tok. After three and a half weeks of testing out each trend, the verdict is in. Take a listen to hear about which trends bop and which trends flop!


Music by MiniSants

Apr 29, 202146:18
13. The athletic mindset w/ Cory Camp
Apr 15, 202147:28
12. Never give up w/ MT Tringale
Apr 08, 202101:11:19
11. Digital detox and marijuana

11. Digital detox and marijuana

She solo this week!

Tune in to hear all about Kristin's 26th birthday in Sedona (it involves a body piercing), detoxing from social media, and how she feels about using marijuana to help with anxiety. 


This episode is brought to you by JuiceRX.

Use the code HOTMESS15 for 15% off your entire purchase at DrinkJuiceRX.com


Music by: MiniSants

Mar 25, 202154:40
10. One whole year of Covid-19 & uncovering the power of breathwork w/ Sarah Novak
Mar 18, 202101:04:39
9. Balance really does exist w/ Lexi Rodriguez
Mar 04, 202151:08
8. Whole foods..and no, not like the store

8. Whole foods..and no, not like the store

The number one question Kristin gets from people is about her diet, and what she recommends to others trying to lose weight and/or eat healthier. Well the answer may surprise you because this diet swap doesn't involve calorie counting, keto bullshit, or nasty protein shakes. Let's take it back to the era of the cave men y'all (aka this is really plain and simple)! 

Feb 25, 202151:50
7. 26

7. 26

Are those eye bags and wrinkles?! Do I smell a loss of health insurance coming?! Sheeeesh she's getting OLD!! Another trip around the sun for Kristin, 26 years in the dang book. 

Tune in to hear the 26 things Kristin has learned in 26 years of life. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll feel seen (probably a little too seen), you might not agree with a single thing she says, or maybe this will be your come to Jesus moment. Regardless of how depressing getting older may seem, late 20s feels similar to a fine wine, better with age baby ;)

Happy bday kdog, proud of you for getting through one shit storm of a year!! 

Feb 18, 202157:14
6. Time to enjoy the now with Samantha Kellgren
Feb 11, 202101:02:24
5. I'm going, going, back, back, to COLLEGE

5. I'm going, going, back, back, to COLLEGE

Listen up kiddos, this one is for the youngins. I asked some of my closest friends to offer up some advice on what they wished someone had told them while they were in college, but wanna know the cool part about this episode? Almost every single answer can also be applied to YOU too! Whether you are in college, in your 20s, in your 30s, or beyond, you're never too old, too late, or too behind to start living your best damn life!!!! Grab your pen and paper because this advice really does hit different (as I write down almost every single answer). 

Sit back, relax, and reminisce on those good old days where we thought it would never end...

Feb 04, 202158:30
4. Mom...can you pick me up, I'm GRIEVING!

4. Mom...can you pick me up, I'm GRIEVING!

What do Covid-19, Sarah McLachlan SPCA commercials, and grief all have in common? They all make Kristin depressed... This weeks episode touches on a little bit of everything when it comes to mindfully moving through grief, and Kristin breaks down the simple tips and tricks that have helped her deal with grieving "normal life" during this pandemic.
Jan 28, 202101:08:12
3. 0 to 100 too quick with Natasha Whitby

3. 0 to 100 too quick with Natasha Whitby

What do you get when you record two literal drunk psychos? IDK man, just give it a listen.


SoulCycle instructor and Equinox trainer Natasha Whitby joins Kristin this week to talk all things balance when it comes to a work hard play hard mentality. Natasha shares her journey to becoming a fitness professional as well as her best advice on how to find confidence within yourself, tips to ordering the best crab rangoons, and so much more! Buckle up, this one is a RIDE, but enjoy :)

Jan 21, 202101:28:01
2. Finding purpose in a weird ass world

2. Finding purpose in a weird ass world

It's a heavy one this week folks...Kristin dives deep into finding purpose in career, relationships, and life in general. Not to mention, how tough it is to feel aligned to your purpose during a Covid world. Grab your pen and paper, because Kristin taps into her holistic coaching side for this weeks episode and drops some super juicy and helpful tips on reconnecting with your purpose :)

Jan 14, 202152:33
1. Wellness For The Hot Mess...what???

1. Wellness For The Hot Mess...what???

Hiya, and welcome to Wellness For The Hot Mess! The podcast for anyone looking for balance, and when I say balance I mean not puking In the middle of your spin class because of the one too many spicy margs you had at happy hour the night before. 

Please enjoy this cringe worthy preview of what's to come, see you on the other side!!

xo Kristin

Jan 07, 202137:35