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The Weighting Room PodcastFGT 52: A Conversation About Weight Loss Milestones and Mental ShiftsSend us a textReaching a 100-pound weight loss milestone is more than just a number—it's a transformative journey filled with unexpected emotions, challenges, and triumphs. Lisa opens up about hitting this significant achievement, revealing the complex feelings behind downsizing her wardrobe and embracing clothes that actually fit her changing body rather than simply hanging on it.The conversation dives deep into developing what might seem contradictory: a healthy relationship with the scale. While diet culture often vilifies weighing yourself, Lisa shares how regular weigh-ins have become a tool for progress rather than punishment. Sh...2025-03-2852 min
The Brighter Side of Education: Research, Innovation & ResourcesData Driven Solutions for Chronic Absenteeism with Innovator Chris HullSend us a textWhat if a simple tool could improve the way we address chronic absenteeism in schools? Join me, Dr. Lisa Hassler, as I explore this provocative question with Chris Hull, the visionary founder of Otus. In this episode, we uncover how integrating various data points into a single platform can empower educators to swiftly identify at-risk students and create tailored interventions. Discover how technology not only simplifies the teaching process but also enhances a teacher's ability to meet each student's unique needs effectively.With Chris’s insights, we delve into the capabilities of...2025-01-3038 minThe Weighting Room PodcastFat girl therapy 47: Navigating 2024 Goals, Self-Improvement, and Unexpected RevelationsSend us a textWhat happens when two friends, Lisa and I, Chris, set out on a journey of self-improvement while juggling life's daily chaos? Join us as we share a candid reflection on our 2024 goals and wishes, peppered with laughter, nostalgia, and some unexpected revelations about our quest for personal growth. From the ambitious dream of losing 50 pounds to the whimsical idea of communal living with friends, our conversation is filled with honest insights and light-hearted moments. We reminisce about past experiences and explore the difference between setting achievable goals and dreaming big.Our...2025-01-0145 min
Been There Got Out PodcastBreaking Intergenerational Bonds of Toxic RelationshipsNavigating the choppy waters of parenting within a toxic relationship is a journey no one should have to sail alone. In this episode, BTGO's own Chris joins Lisa for a brief, impromptu talk, when we weren't able to connect with our scheduled guest, Christy Keating, the brain behind the Safe Parenting Summit. We unfold the narrative of our workshop titled 'The Top 7 Dangers of Staying in a Toxic Relationship', examining the unintentional lessons children absorb when they grow up in turbulent homes. Our dialogue is a raw look at the harrowing choices parents encounter and the ripples of influence...2024-09-1415 minBeen There Got Out PodcastSurviving Narcissistic Abuse and Parental AlienationWhen Jon, aka "Male Victim Jon," graced our studio, he brought with him the harrowing tales of a 27-year marriage overshadowed by narcissistic abuse and the heartache of parental alienation. Peering into a world where manipulation masquerades as caring, Jon's candid revelation exposes the covert warfare that can thrive within a family, often leaving invisible scars on both children and the alienated parent. Our conversation traverses the challenging terrain of emotional boundaries, passive-aggressive communication, and the formidable task of maintaining one's sense of self in the face of psychological manipulation.Struggling to co-parent with a narcissistic ex-spouse...2024-08-3156 minBeen There Got Out PodcastSafeguarding Children with SoberLink's Innovative Alcohol MonitoringHave you ever stood at the crossroads of hope and fear, wondering if there's a way to bridge the gap between safety for your children and the struggles of co-parenting with an alcohol-involved ex-partner? It's a question that haunts many, but in our latest heart-to-heart, Chris Beck from Soberlink joins us to shed light on how technology can offer a semblance of peace. Through our conversation, we tackle the complex dynamics of alcohol monitoring within parenting plans, addressing the usual red flags and how Soberlink's breathalyzer with facial recognition technology enforces Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) accountability. Chris breaks down...2024-08-2425 minThe Weighting Room PodcastAITA for being friendly with people at the gym?Send us a textEver wondered what happens when espresso meets a tea-laxative combo? Join us for a laid-back chat where Chris and Lisa share their quirky drink preferences, navigate the chaos of rescheduled guests, and ponder some mind-boggling "Am I the Asshole?" stories. We talk about the mental health struggles plastered all over TikTok and the emotional rollercoaster of getting too wrapped up in strangers' lives online. Plus, Chris got a newfound love for reading, and she's diving into a true crime book, thanks to her shiny new Kindle.Imagine hosting a barbecue and...2024-08-1334 minBeen There Got Out PodcastWhy NOT to Stay "for the Kids"Join us for a heartfelt and eye-opening discussion as Chris and Lisa explore the unsettling truths about the effects of abusive relationships on children. With insights from our seminar on the Top Seven Dangers of Toxic Relationships, we unravel the complexities behind why some individuals might choose to stay in these harmful environments under the belief that it's for their children's benefit. Listen in as we share personal experiences and confront the damaging impact that witnessing abuse has on a child's mental and emotional well-being, emphasizing that the harm caused by non-physical abuse is no less severe....2024-02-2933 minThe Weighting Room PodcastRejecting Harmful Diets and Embracing Authentic Self-Care with Lindsay @FantasticalfattySend us a textEver found yourself chuckling over the daily hiccups of life, like a Tigger onesie disaster or the overzealous use of a Zoom filter? That's just a teaser of what's in store when Lindsay, our special guest, joins us to dissect the lighter side of life and the heavier topics of body positivity and mental health. Together, we muse over the idiosyncrasies of our days, from the comfort of lazy Sundays to the emotionally charged terrain of heteronormative relationships, with books like "The Tragedy of Heterosexuality" and "Fed Up" guiding our banter....2024-02-271h 24