108. A Whole-Life Approach to Health With Guest Missi Bantner
Wed Feb 04 2026
In this episode of Her Next Chapters, Christina sits down with Missi Bantner, an integrative neuro rehab, fitness, yoga, and nutrition coach and founder of Whole Life Health.
With over 24 years in the wellness field, Missi shares her deeply personal career journey, including early burnout, recovery from an eating disorder, multiple professional pivots, and how her own healing led her to a truly holistic approach to health. Her work integrates neuroscience, nutrition therapy, movement, mindfulness, and behavior change to help clients heal their relationship with their body, brain, and beliefs.
This conversation explores why sustainable health and habit change is not about willpower, punishment, or January 1st resolutions, but about understanding readiness, nervous system capacity, and aligning change with the natural rhythms of the seasons. Missi introduces practical frameworks such as the stages of behavior change, habit loops (cue, routine, reward), and how stress and overwhelm can block progress even when motivation is high.
Christina and Missi also discuss:
Why winter is a powerful season for reflection, planning, and contemplation rather than forced actionHow neuroscience explains why change feels hard and how to work with your nervous system instead of against itThe role of self-awareness in weight loss, nutrition, and long-term healthWhy your body is not a “trash can” and how childhood food beliefs still show up in adulthoodHow pain, inflammation, and discomfort can become powerful catalysts for changeThe importance of meeting yourself where you are and choosing entry points that feel supportive, not overwhelmingThis episode is especially relevant for women navigating midlife transitions, career shifts, or a desire to feel better in their bodies without extremes or quick fixes. Missi’s approach offers a compassionate, science-backed path to whole-life health that honors both the body and the brain.
Connect with Missi:
livewholelifehealth.com
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In this episode of Her Next Chapters, Christina sits down with Missi Bantner, an integrative neuro rehab, fitness, yoga, and nutrition coach and founder of Whole Life Health. With over 24 years in the wellness field, Missi shares her deeply personal career journey, including early burnout, recovery from an eating disorder, multiple professional pivots, and how her own healing led her to a truly holistic approach to health. Her work integrates neuroscience, nutrition therapy, movement, mindfulness, and behavior change to help clients heal their relationship with their body, brain, and beliefs. This conversation explores why sustainable health and habit change is not about willpower, punishment, or January 1st resolutions, but about understanding readiness, nervous system capacity, and aligning change with the natural rhythms of the seasons. Missi introduces practical frameworks such as the stages of behavior change, habit loops (cue, routine, reward), and how stress and overwhelm can block progress even when motivation is high. Christina and Missi also discuss: Why winter is a powerful season for reflection, planning, and contemplation rather than forced actionHow neuroscience explains why change feels hard and how to work with your nervous system instead of against itThe role of self-awareness in weight loss, nutrition, and long-term healthWhy your body is not a “trash can” and how childhood food beliefs still show up in adulthoodHow pain, inflammation, and discomfort can become powerful catalysts for changeThe importance of meeting yourself where you are and choosing entry points that feel supportive, not overwhelmingThis episode is especially relevant for women navigating midlife transitions, career shifts, or a desire to feel better in their bodies without extremes or quick fixes. Missi’s approach offers a compassionate, science-backed path to whole-life health that honors both the body and the brain. Connect with Missi: livewholelifehealth.com Early 2026 Coaching Offer _________________________________________________________________________________________________ Work with Me Want an HR expert’s eyes on your resume? Book a 30-minute Resume Review with Christina - live on Zoom, recorded, and focused on one goal: getting you interviews. Want to talk through your career goals and explore next steps? Schedule a career consultation to see how I can support you. Email me directly at christina@hernextchapters.com Connect with me on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kohlchristina _________________________________________________________________________________________________ Free Resource Grab the Strengths-First Resume Template - ideal for career transitions, whether you’re returning after a break, navigating a layoff, pivoting roles, or ready for a change.