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Weight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck98: Why Urges Feel UnbearableWant to know why saying "no" to that donut feels so unbearable in the moment? In this eye-opening episode, I explore why we're willing to accept major long-term discomfort (clothes that don't fit, constant self-consciousness, disappointment every time we step on the scale, lower energy health issues….just to name a few… ) just to avoid tiny moments of temporary discomfort. Drawing from Buddhist philosophy and neuroscience, I share why our brains are literally wired to prioritize immediate relief over long-term well-being - and more importantly, how to change this pattern.You'll discover powerful techniques to build your "disc...
2025-02-2736 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck97: Breaking the Craving Spell: A New Way to Handle Food UrgesIf you're tired of feeling controlled by cravings, this episode offers a fresh perspective that makes urges feel less overwhelming and more manageable. I'm sharing a powerful concept that completely transformed my relationship with food urges - learning to separate the experience of wanting something from the story we tell ourselves about it. And I'll show you HOW to do it.I get real about my own recent battle with a donut at yoga training, and how I shifted from that panicky "I NEED this" feeling to a calmer, more empowered response. You'll learn why your brain g...
2025-02-2040 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck96: The Hunger Scale Deep Dive: Getting to Know Your Body's Signals (Part 2)Looking for practical tools to make weight loss easier? In this week's episode, I'm sharing all my favorite techniques from my summer hunger scale challenge - from a powerful three-step process for managing urges to a simple timer trick that can transform your relationship with food. These are the exact strategies that helped my clients start losing weight without complicated rules or restrictions.Whether you've been struggling to tune into your body's signals or finding it hard to stop when you're satisfied, this episode is packed with real-world exercises you can start using today. Plus, I share...
2025-02-1238 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 95: The Hunger Scale Deep Dive: Getting to Know Your Body's Signals (Part 1)Ever wonder why just "listening to your body" feels so much harder than it sounds? In this week's episode, I deep dive into why connecting with your body's hunger and satisfaction signals is a crucial skill for weight loss - and how to actually develop it. Whether you're eating from habit, by the clock, or because others are eating, you'll learn how to tune into what your unique body is telling you about when it truly needs food and when it's had enough.Drawing from my summer hunger scale challenge, I share five key lessons about dropping...
2025-02-0740 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 94: The Missing Link Between Stress & Emotional Eating w/ Erin WallenEver feel like you're doing all the "right things" for weight loss, but stress keeps derailing your progress? In this week's episode, I sit down with stress management expert Erin Wallen to explore the fascinating connection between stress, our nervous system, and emotional eating. We dive into why traditional approaches like thought work and willpower often fall short when we're stressed - and what actually works instead.You'll learn practical, science-backed strategies for managing stress without turning to food, including two powerful techniques that take just seconds to do. Plus, we discuss why the first things to...
2025-01-3042 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #93: The Problem with Aggressive Health Goals (That Nobody Talks About)Ever feel the pressure to hit aggressive protein goals or jump on restrictive diets, especially during "New Year, New You" season? In this week's episode, I dive into why setting rigid nutrition goals might sound good in theory but often backfires in practice. We'll explore how these demanding targets can turn eating into a full-time job, strip all the joy from food, and ultimately set us up for failure.I share my personal take on finding balance between health goals and actually enjoying life, and why I choose a gentler approach over perfectionism. If you've been feeling...
2025-01-2334 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #92: Food Is Not Your Friend (And That's Good News)In this powerful episode, we're diving deep into a topic that affects so many of us - the belief that "food is my friend." If you've ever turned to food for comfort, support, celebration, or escape, you're not alone. But here's the truth: food might be the most unreliable friend you've ever had. It's like that friend who's physically present but never really listens, and then talks behind your back later.We explore why breaking up with food as your emotional support system feels so scary (and why it's worth it anyway), and why developing new coping...
2025-01-1631 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #91: Tackling Overeating & Sweet Urges w/ Eric SeversonThis week’s podcast is extra special because my guest is none other than my husband, Eric Severson. After 14 years together, he’s seen every phase of my weight loss journey—from failed restrictive diet after failed restrictive diet, and ultimately to the discovery of restriction-free weight loss that changed both our lives for good. In this candid conversation, Eric and I reflect on our history with dieting - why it never worked for us, and how shifting to a sustainable, restriction-free approach brought the lasting results we’d been searching for. Plus, Eric shares his own weight loss journey—...
2025-01-0946 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #90: How to Lose Weight Without Missing OutHave you ever felt like dieting robs you of life’s joyful moments—like spontaneous meals out or special experiences with loved ones? In this week’s episode, I’m sharing a personal story about an unforgettable lunch with my daughter. She’s finally stepping out of her picky-eating phase, and we had the best time exploring adventurous dishes together at a random restaurant we picked just for fun. This moment was everything to me as a foodie and a mom, but it also reminded me how restrictive diets used to keep me from experiences like this—either through guilt, panic...
2025-01-0234 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #89: This Everyday Habit Is Slowing Your Weight Loss"This one habit is slowing your weight loss—here’s how to fix it."In this week’s episode of Weight Loss Doesn’t Have to Suck, I share a game-changing practice that I used every single day to lose 40lbs (and continue to use to stay in maintenance and avoid overeating)—even during the holiday season. The best part? It’s simple, doable, and doesn’t require you to skip out on cookies, cocktails, or dinners out. I’ll walk you through how to balance those fun indulgences by paying attention to something that h...
2024-12-1921 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #88: The Game-Changing Weight Loss Tool You’ve Been MissingThis week, I’m sharing an exciting new tool I created for my coaching clients to help them lose weight even faster - without dieting or deprivation. It’s called the Pause Practice Technique, and it’s the third piece of the Restriction-Free Weight Loss Trifecta—alongside the hunger scale and joyful eating. This simple but powerful tool is designed to help you manage urges to overeat or eat when you’re not hungry, and it’s especially impactful during the holiday season when temptations are everywhere.In this episode, I’ll walk you through exactly how the Pause Prac...
2024-12-1233 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #87: Overindulged? Here’s How to Get Back on TrackDid the holiday weekend get a little indulgent? If so, this episode is for you. I’m diving into how to rebound after a busy, food-filled weekend like Thanksgiving—without spiraling into guilt or self-sabotage. Overeating during the holidays doesn’t mean you’ve ruined everything, but many of my new clients believe exactly that. They catastrophize, beat themselves up, and let one overeating episode turn into more. In this episode, I’m here to remind you: loosening the reins occasionally is normal—and it won’t derail your weight loss if you handle it with the right mindset.I’ll show...
2024-12-0532 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #86: The Easiest Way to Stay Focused on Weight Loss When Life Is ChaoticThe holiday season is here, and for so many, it feels impossible to focus on weight loss when life is packed with celebrations, to-do lists, and endless responsibilities.In this week’s episode of Weight Loss Doesn’t Have to Suck, I’m tackling that all-or-nothing mindset that tells you, “I’ll just wait until January”—and showing you why it doesn’t have to be that way. Building on last week’s episode about navigating Thanksgiving, I’m sharing how to stay focused on your goals during this busy time without adding extra stress to your plate. Spoiler...
2024-11-2737 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 85: Take Back Control of Food This ThanksgivingThanksgiving doesn’t have to feel like a battle between enjoying yourself and staying on track with your weight loss goals. In this week’s episode of Weight Loss Doesn’t Have to Suck, I’m sharing how to break free from the cycle of restrictive dieting that leaves so many of us feeling out of control around food—especially during the holidays. We’ll dive into why deprivation sets the stage for extreme overeating, why you might feel powerless around a table full of your favorite dishes, and how to regain that sense of control in a way that feels e...
2024-11-2136 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 84: Inside a Live Coaching Session: Navigating Restriction-Free Weight LossIn this week’s episode of Weight Loss Doesn’t Have to Suck, I’m thrilled to share a special live coaching session with a client who's recently started exploring my restriction-free weight loss approach. If you’ve ever wondered what really happens in a coaching session, this episode will give you a front-row seat. My client and I dove into a range of challenges—from adapting joyful eating to dietary restrictions to managing “head hunger” versus genuine physical hunger. If you’ve struggled with understanding your hunger cues, questioned whether you’re eating joyfully or restrictively, or found yourself stuck on...
2024-11-1444 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 83: True Self-Care for Difficult DaysI’m releasing this week’s episode a day early because I know some of you might need a little extra support today. If your heart feels heavy in the wake of the election, this episode is for you. Consider it a love letter to anyone carrying big emotions right now. In this episode, I walk you through my own process for honoring and holding space for those feelings—without needing to turn to overeating.Together, we’ll explore the difference between true self-care and using food to numb out, so you can find gentle ways to support...
2024-11-0625 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 82: Lose Weight Without Dieting: The Process (Part 2)In this week’s episode of Weight Loss Doesn’t Have to Suck, we’re wrapping up my two-part series on the seven pillars of restriction-free weight loss. Last week, we dove into the first four pillars: how to embrace joyful eating, listen to your hunger cues, uncover hidden obstacles, and master your mindset around food. Today, I’m quickly recapping those foundations and revealing the final three pillars—the deeper skills my clients master to lose weight permanently without dieting.These final pillars focus on key mental and emotional skills that make weight loss sustainabl...
2024-10-3142 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 81: Lose Weight Without Dieting: The Process (Part 1)If you're sick of dieting and feeling deprived just to lose weight, this episode is for you. My clients hate the idea of weighing, tracking, and putting every bite into an app, and they’re done missing out on fun food experiences just to make progress. So, I help them lose weight without the misery of dieting. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the first four pillars of restriction-free weight loss—my framework that shows you how to lose weight for good, without giving up the foods you love.First up, we’re talking about joyful e...
2024-10-2445 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 80: Feel Your Feelings, Ditch the Habits: A Chat w/ Andrew CiprianoIn this week’s episode of Weight Loss Doesn’t Have to Suck, I had an eye-opening conversation with fellow coach and friend, Andrew Cipriano, who specializes in helping people stop vaping. Our chat took some fascinating turns as we explored how behaviors like overeating, vaping, scrolling on your phone, and online shopping are all just ways we distract ourselves from uncomfortable emotions. Whether you're struggling with food or another habit, it's all the same work—and Andrew is absolutely brilliant at breaking this down.We dug deep into topics like breaking free from rigid rules and the po...
2024-10-1840 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #79: Stop Feeling Powerless Around Halloween CandyIn this episode of Weight Loss Doesn’t Have to Suck, we’re getting real about one of the biggest challenges of the season: Halloween candy. 🍬 If you’ve ever felt that out-of-control feeling around sweets or struggled with guilt after indulging, this is for you. Let’s face it—the diet industry loves to make us feel powerless during the holidays, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Instead of letting candy rule your eating habits, I’m showing you how to enjoy it without the fear or guilt.We’ll cover strategies that let you savor your...
2024-10-1035 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #78: No Motivation? No Problem: How to Keep Moving Forward Anyway This week’s episode is all about normalizing the ebb and flow of motivation and energy in your weight loss journey. We've all been there—some days you're ready to take on the world, while others, you're just not feeling it. But here's the thing: neither is wrong. In this episode, I dive into how we can shift our mindset on those low-energy days, stop the spiral of perfectionism, and still make progress. You don't have to be perfect or high-energy every day to keep moving forward. I also share a powerful strategy for maki...
2024-10-0322 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 77: The Lie of "It's Fine Because..." (And What to Do About It)Ever notice how your brain loves to justify overeating with thoughts like, “It’s fine because I’ve been good all day” or “I’ll start fresh tomorrow”? These are sneaky lies from your lower brain, tempting you into instant gratification (overeating.) In this week’s episode, I’m breaking down exactly why these thoughts pop up and how to catch them before they lead you to sabotage your progress. Spoiler alert: just because your brain says it’s fine, doesn’t mean it actually is!I’ll also walk you through a practical exercise inspired by one of my clients that w...
2024-09-2631 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #76: The Hidden Diet Mentality Sabotaging Your Weight LossIn this week’s episode of Weight Loss Doesn’t Have to Suck, we’re tackling the sneaky influence of diet mentality and how it can actually slow down your weight loss progress. Many of us don’t even realize we’ve been conditioned by diet culture our entire lives, leading us to view food in terms of rigid rules and restrictions. I’ll share personal stories from my own weight loss journey and a recent coaching session that highlight how labeling foods as "good" or "bad" can backfire, causing more overeating and stalling weight loss efforts.We'll dive i...
2024-09-1936 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #75: Why Diets Won't Work for You (and What to Do Instead) w/ Karen GombaultEver want to hear two weight loss coaches sharing all their secrets to long-term, sustainable weight loss without dieting and deprivation? Well, you’re in the right place!Today’s episode is a conversation between my friend and colleague Karen Gombault and me. Karen is a brilliant weight loss coach for midlife women. She lives in France, hosts The French Way Podcast, and helps her clients lose weight via a no-deprivation philosophy (because, in France, life without croissants is unimaginable!)We cover:How embracing joyful eating is crucial to weight...
2024-09-1238 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #74: Creating a Better Relationship w/ Food for Weight Loss w/ Jennifer GaughanIn this episode of Weight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck, I sit down with one of my successful clients to dive deep into her incredible transformation. We talk about her relationship with food before we started working together—a cycle of resisting "bad" foods, giving in to overeating, and then drowning in guilt and shame. Fast forward to today, and she has a peaceful, balanced relationship with formerly forbidden foods like pizza and ice cream. Now, she can enjoy them without losing control or sabotaging her weight loss journey.We also explore the powerful impact mi...
2024-09-0537 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #73: Am I Making This Better or Worse?In this episode of Weight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck, we're exploring the powerful idea that you have the capacity to notice and change your thinking. When faced with challenging situations like urges and cravings to overeat, your inner narrative can either make things easier or much harder. I'll guide you through the process of noticing your automatic thoughts and evaluating whether they're really working for you—or against you.If your inner dialogue isn't serving you, it's time to make a change. I'll show you how to intentionally shift your focus, gin up the motivation you ne...
2024-08-2931 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #72: How to Enjoy Your Vacation (or Your Life) Without Sabotaging Your Weight Loss GoalsIn this episode of Weight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck, we're diving into the pervasive belief that "I can't go on vacation without gaining a lot of weight." This mindset not only sabotages your progress but actually sets you up for failure before you even start packing. I'll break down how this belief can lead to self-fulfilling prophecies and unnecessary stress, ultimately creating the weight gain you're trying so hard to avoid.But don't worry—I'm not just here to point out the problem. I'll show you how to challenge and change this belief, empowering you to en...
2024-08-2232 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 71: You Can Love Food AND Lose Weight w/ Jillian MinterIf you've ever thought "maybe I just love food TOO much to lose weight". today's episode will change your mind.I'm chatting with my incredible client and friend, Jillian Minter. Jillian is the mind behind the food and travel blog Spritz Sunday, where she writes all about travel, wellness, and living la dolce vita!But. before we began coaching together, Jillian was watching the scale go up and worrying that her love of food, wine, cocktails, and desserts was sabotaging her chances at weight loss. Luckily, after coaching, she's now confident that enjoying food AND co...
2024-08-1538 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 70: Essential Weight Loss Skills: Prioritizing Long-Term GratificationWhat separates people who reach their weight loss goal and stay there for life from those who struggle and eventually quit? That's exactly what we're exploring in the Essential Weight Loss Skills series.I'm teaching you the essential skills for sustainable, restriction-free weight loss - and today's episode covers a big one - the ability to prioritize long-term gratification over instant gratification.Sounds simple, but it's easier said than done. In the moment, when your cravings hit HARD and the snacks are calling to you from the pantry, it can feel SO hard to think ab...
2024-08-0829 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 69: Essential Weight Loss Skills - Willingness to ExperimentWhat separates people who reach their weight loss goal and stay there for life from those who struggle and eventually quit? That's exactly what we're exploring in the Essential Weight Loss Skills series.I'm teaching you the essential skills for sustainable, restriction-free weight loss - starting with the unsung hero of permanent weight loss - curiosity and the willingness to experiment.How often do you play around with your eating habits? Your hunger signals? Your eating pace? Portion control? Challenging your own stories about your cravings? Adopting a mindset of playful experimentation rather than r...
2024-08-0136 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 68: The FAB Method: A Conscious Eating Exercise for Easier Weight LossIn this episode of our podcast, we wrap up our successful 'Lose Weight with the Hunger Scale Challenge' from our 'Weight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck' Facebook community. We discuss how participants tuned into their hunger cues and re-evaluated their eating habits, emphasizing the importance of enjoying food without deprivation. We dive deep into the FAB (Feel, Assess, Broaden) method, a powerful tool to manage urges and cravings skillfully while minimizing discomfort. Learn how to navigate cravings with ease instead of giving in. And please join our Facebook group through the link in below to acce...
2024-07-2531 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 67: Breaking the Overeating Habit with MindfulnessToday I'm sharing a powerfully effective exercises that we recently practiced in the 'Weight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck' Facebook community. From understanding your hunger signals to countering those compelling thoughts urging you to overeat, discover how to build a healthier relationship with food. Stay tuned for practical tips, real-life examples, and the chance to join our supportive online community. Grab your copy of my free Guide: Weight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck: The No-Diet Approach (including The Hunger Scale - a tool frequently referenced on this podcast) Join the 12-Day Challenge - $12!B...
2024-07-1833 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 66: A Forgiving Approach to NutritionToday we dive into the importance of taking a kind and gentle approach to nutrition. Forget the rigid rules and the stress that often accompanies traditional dieting methods. We explore how being flexible, compassionate, and intuitive with your eating habits can lead to more sustainable and enjoyable weight loss.Join us as we discuss practical tips for nurturing a positive relationship with food, listening to your body's needs, and finding joy in the journey rather than feeling overwhelmed by strict guidelines. Whether you're just starting your weight loss journey or looking for a fresh perspective, this episode...
2024-07-1134 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 65: Game Changers for Restriction-Free Weight Loss (Part 2)I’m sharing the weight loss game changers today. Real, sustainable, permanent weight loss is rarely the result of restrictive dieting. We’ve all tried a million diets, right? If diets were all it took to lose weight, none of us would still be out here struggling.But on today’s episode, I’m continuing the conversation about what it really takes to lose weight for the last time. You’ll learn how to:Enjoy the real food you love and let your body be your guide for when to start and stop eating, s...
2024-07-0435 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 64: Game Changers for Restriction-Free Weight Loss (Part 1)In this episode, we discuss how to break free from the cycle of restrictive dieting and how to embrace a flexible and mindful approach to eating. Learn about key game changers (from my real coaching clients) that empower you to make your own rules, avoid all-or-nothing thinking, and enjoy foods you love without feeling deprived. Join me as we explore a kinder, gentler way to achieve sustainable weight loss. Grab your copy of my free Guide: Weight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck: The No-Diet Approach (including The Hunger Scale - a tool frequently referenced on this podcast)
2024-06-2732 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 63: REPLAY: Strategies to Stop Overeating***This is the replay of an episode that aired for the first time on 8/24/23***Here’s one of the most challenging things about weight loss…Picture this: You're eating the most delicious burger and fries you’ve ever had. Or pizza. Or chocolate cake.You're loving it. It tastes amazing. You never want this experience to end. But then... boom - there’s the signal from our body: you’ve had enough.Damnit.You don't want to stop. It tastes so good. You just want to eat it all...
2024-06-2031 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 62: I'm Losing Weight Without Feeling DeprivedI've recently had some personal revelations regarding weight loss and wanted to share my journey and insights with you. Over the past few weeks, I've lost about six pounds easily and almost accidentally, and it's been an enlightening experience, to say the least.If you've been a listener for a bit, you know that I lost 35lbs in 2019 and have kept it off easily ever since. I was happy where I was and thought I was done with weight loss. Turns out I was wrong about that.Over the past few...
2024-06-1338 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #61: How to Stop Overeating (When You Don't Want To)Do you feel stuck in the cycle of giving in to overeating and then majorly regretting it later? Maybe you struggle to resist that extra slice of pizza or those last few bites, even when you know you’re full.Resisting temptation can be SO hard. Especially when the siren song of the ice cream in the freezer or those chips in the pantry seems so loud and relentless.If you struggle with this, you’re not alone. Feeling powerless against the desire to overeat is one of the biggest obstacles in the way of...
2024-06-0633 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #60: Enjoy Summer and Lose WeightBeing busy in the summer doesn’t have to get in the way of your weight loss. Summer cookouts, BBQs, and get-togethers do not have to sabotage your progress. You can enjoy the summer and the food you love without feeling deprived OR going entirely off the rails. Tune into this week’s episode to learn:How to adjust your mindset about the summer to make weight loss feel totally doableHow to navigate ALL the summer events without ever feeling food FOMOHow to enjoy the seasonal foods you love with control How to sometimes overindulge without...
2024-05-3039 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 59: Moving Forward When You're StuckAre you feeling stuck in your weight loss journey? Trust me, you’re not alone.Stumbling blocks, setbacks, and stalls are such a normal (but frustrating!) part of this process. But there’s something BIG that separates those of us who successfully lose weight and stay there for life from those of us who ultimately quit. It’s how we handle three sneaky little words “I don’t know.” What do YOU do when “I don’t know why I can’t lose weight” is ringi...
2024-05-2330 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 58: Overcoming Emotional EatingEmotional eating is one of the biggest blocks to weight loss. Sure, in the moment, it feels like a cozy blanket, but in the long run, it just adds more to our plate, pun intended.Turning to food to shove down our emotions is like putting a band-aid on a broken bone. It doesn't fix anything; it just covers it up. And that can lead to all sorts of issues like weight gain, feeling lousy about ourselves, and just feeling stuck.But here's the thing: emotions are there for a reason. They're like l...
2024-05-1630 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp: # 57: "I Don't Believe I Can Lose Weight"If you like what you're hearing every week on this podcast but you don't truly believe that you can apply it to your weight loss, this episode is for you.If you don't believe you can lose weight right now...I want you to know, I get it.You’ve likely had a lifetime of failed attempts at weight loss. You’ve tried every diet, plan, and “lifestyle” out there, and ended up with nothing to show for it. You’ve spent WAY too much money on weight loss, and it got you nowh...
2024-05-0933 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 56: 7 (Non-Diet-y) Things I Gave up to Lose Weight Without Restriction & DeprivationIn this episode, I delve deep into my non-diet approach to weight loss and explore seven surprising things that I let go of to achieve sustainable weight loss without restrictive measures or feelings of deprivation. I challenge conventional dieting wisdom and talk about the transformative power of letting go of traditional methods for weight loss.Whether you're tired of the endless cycle of diets or simply seeking a more fulfilling way to reach your weight loss goals, this episode offers practical insights and inspiration to help you redefine your relationship with food and achieve lasting results.
2024-05-0248 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 55: If The Hunger Scale Isn't Working (Common Challenges & Pitfalls)If you've been in my community for a bit, you've heard about The Hunger Scale.The Hunger Scale helps you reconnect with your body's hunger and satisfaction cues, so you can stop letting everything outside of YOU (diet fads, meal plans, calorie counting apps, etc.) dictate what you're "allowed" to eat.Instead, the Hunger Scale helps you tune in to what YOUR body is telling you about what, when, and how much to eat. For weight loss, and then for a lifetime of effortless maintenance.🥳Diets feel so burdensome and restrictive because they *disc...
2024-04-2554 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 54: The Frustration TrapFrustration.It's a powerful emotion that can be hard to feel. But our *relationship* with frustration can transform our experience of it.It's essential to remember that frustration is not a dead end but a stepping stone toward growth.When we feel frustrated, it's a sign that we care deeply about the outcome we are striving for. Whether it's weight loss, running a marathon, or achieving a career milestone, frustration tells us that we are invested in the journey. Instead of letting frustration stop us in our tracks, we can use it as a...
2024-04-1832 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 53: Getting Through an Urge - Guided Meditation"When did weight loss feel hard this week?"It's one of the most common questions I ask my clients to help them get to the bottom of their obstacles in weight loss.Here are some challenges I often hear:"I do well until I see something that just looks really good. I know I'm not hungry, I just want it.""The ice cream is calling my name from the freezer every night. At the end of the day, I just feel too exhausted to deal, and I end up giving in...
2024-04-1120 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 52: Getting Back on Track: Breaking the Weight Gain CycleIf you’ve been feeling a little “off track” lately, you’re not alone.Maybe you were on an indulgent vacation and you ate and drank all the things (like I did last week!)Or maybe you just got through a holiday season where you took every opportunity to enjoy the seasonal treats you only get once a year.Or maybe you’ve just been kinda checked out, eating whatever, and not really caring about the consequences.We all hav...
2024-04-0432 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 51: Exploring the Opposite: Challenging Automatic ThoughtsToday's episode is short but powerful.I'm sharing an incredible practice that I use daily with my weight loss coaching clients and one that *I'm* calling on quite a bit lately myself, amid a chaotic season of life.It's called "Exploring the Opposite", and it's a game-changer.This practice will help you dramatically reduce impulsive overeating by asking yourself one simple question:"What if the opposite were true?"Tune in to learn about this powerful practice and how to use it in your own self-coaching to turbocharge your weight...
2024-03-2826 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 50: How to Calm Your Cravings & UrgesYou know the drill: you start each day with the best intentions to "get serious" and "eat healthy", only to have it all come crashing down the second you...crave something gooey or carby instead of that salad you planned.smell those freshly baked cookies someone brought into the office.get stressed out and suddenly the desire to grab the snacks and check out in front of the TV is STRONG.just really want something sweet and you're not sure you can overcome the relentless mental chatter.Despite your good intentions - the...
2024-03-2133 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 49: Emotional Eating: How to StopEmotional eating is a NORMAL response to unmet needs or unresolved feelings. There’s nothing wrong with you if you eat to escape your emotions. 🚨But it's crucial to remind ourselves that the relief we get from food is so very temporary. Eating our feelings feels good in the moment. But it doesn’t actually help. In fact, it compounds our problems - because then we’re pissed that we don't’ fit in our jeans.
2024-03-1436 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 48: Spontaneous Treats & Accidental Overindulgences: How to Do It Without Blowing Your ProgressHow do you have an indulgence without blowing your weight loss progress?How do you go for ice cream with the kids, go out to a fancy restaurant on the weekends, or indulge in a spontaneous treat (also known as living your life) without feeling like you’re undoing all your hard work or setting yourself up for a stall on the scale?And how do you screw up without spiraling? How do you make sure that a massive overeat (like the ½ bag of chips I accidentally ate while scrolling TikTok last...
2024-03-0736 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 47: Changing Your Thinking to Accelerate Your Weight LossWeight loss that is sustainable and permanent is about so much more than diet and exercise.We think we know how to lose weight - eat less and move more, right?But there’s so much more to it than that.Here’s the skill that most of us don’t know (and that diets never address): weight loss happens in your mind first.The way you choose to think can make o...
2024-02-2931 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 46: How to Lose Weight This WeekThere are only four simple things you need to focus on if you want to lose weight this week.I design my coaching program this way for a reason.When weight loss feels like a lot of effort - we don’t do it.When your diet makes you miserable, takes over your life, and takes away all the foods you love, of course you want to quit after a few weeks.That’s exactly why I aim to m...
2024-02-2239 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 45: Mindless Overeating: Strategies for Slowing DownDo you struggle with eating way too fast? Find yourself blowing through your meals and ending up unintentionally stuffed?You’re not alone.Eating too fast is one of the most common challenges my clients face. I hear thoughts like this all the time:“I’m just so used to cleaning my plate and not even thinking about it.”“It didn’t even occur to me to think about how much food my body needed today.”“I thought I w...
2024-02-1538 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 44: Feeling "Blah", Off, or UnmotivatedLet's be real – sticking to your weight loss plan is a breeze when you're on top of the world, feeling energized and pumped. But let's face it, we're not superheroes. Our energy levels and moods can sometimes go up and down like a rollercoaster. Some days, it's like we're powered by rocket fuel, while on others, we're barely chugging along. Some days it just feels hard. It’s hard to do what we say we will do. It’s hard to care. It’s hard to prioritize our long-term...
2024-02-0835 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck3 Things Slowing Down Your Weight Loss & How to Overcome ThemWondering why you seem to hit plateaus, or why weight loss progress is slower than you hoped? You are likely doing a few things that could actually be obstructing your journey to your goal weight.On today's episode, I'm sharing a breakdown of the three common areas that can slow down or stall your weight loss significantly (and my best advice on how to tackle them effectively!)Getting tripped up in your weight loss journey is normal and happens to most people. While it might feel like you're stuck, remember there's a...
2024-02-0148 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 42: Ending a Lifelong Struggle with Weight and Dieting I was at one of the lowest points in my entire life when I found my first coach.I was desperately trying diet after diet and failing miserably at each and every one. I was struggling with postpartum depression and anxiety, I was more stressed out and overwhelmed than ever, and my weight had reached an all-time high. I couldn’t stop overeating. I couldn’t manage my life or my emotions without food. I was tr...
2024-01-2545 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 41: Breaking Your Overeating PatternsLet's face it - lots of us struggle with shame and self-judgment after we overeat.When we overindulge, we often want to gloss over the incident, quickly put it behind us, or hide away in shame.But, here's the truth: that's approach only keeps us stuck in an endless cycle of self-sabotage. It's not the solution.What actually helps us break out of our well-rehearsed patterns of overeating? The willingness to compassionately explore our behaviors. To discover the thoughts, emotions, and habits that drive our overeating. Because we can't change what we'r...
2024-01-1840 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 40: The 4 Most Powerful Habits of People Who Lose Weight Without DietingAll people who lose weight and keep it off (without restrictive dieting) have a few things in common.And, no, it's not unwavering commitment, limitless motivation, or superhuman willpower.People who successfully lose weight and keep it off for life cultivate a few simple habits that are easier to achieve than you may think.And I’m sharing them with you on today’s podcast.Tune in to learn the 4 most powerful habits that people who are successful with rest...
2024-01-1142 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 39: A Diet-Free Fresh Start for 2024I get it - the pull to start yet another quick-fix fad diet is extreme right now.Especially if you feel like your eating was out of control over the past few weeks or months.Especially if you're unhappy with your weight and your body right now.Especially if you see everyone around you re-joining WW, downloading My Fitness Pal, or swearing off carbs yet again. But remember - restrictive diets almost NEVER work long-term. 95-98% of people who go on a restrictive diet either never lose weight at all, or th...
2024-01-0436 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 38: Letting Weight Loss Be EasySo many of us are spending this time of year setting resolutions and searching for the next punishing diet, hoping that maybe this year we'll finally be able to summon up the willpower to make our weight loss stick.But, here's what I want you to know: restrictive diets don't work. And it's NOT because you don't have enough willpower. They don't work because, for most of us, they're just too hard.Diets simply ask too much of us.They take over our lives.They're no...
2023-12-2821 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 37: When Cravings Feel Hard to ManageCravings to overeat or eat when we're not hungry can be so hard to manage.They feel awful. They make weight loss feel so stressful.We wish they would just go away.But, here's the good news. I can't make your urges and cravings go away entirely, but I can help you transform your experience of having them - so they feel so much easier to live with.Learning how to make the experience of having a craving but not falling apart and sabotaging all your progress over...
2023-12-2131 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 36: 4 Ways to End the Year StrongIt’s the last couple of weeks of the year. How are you feeling?If you’re overwhelmed, feeling out of control around food, and ready to throw in the towel until January….you’re going to want to tune into today’s episode.I’m teaching you exactly how I end the year without gaining weight, no matter how busy or crazy life gets.You’ll learn:How to stop spinning out about the holidays and focus your brain on easy, doable steps you can take each day, so that yo...
2023-12-1436 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 35: Surviving F*ck It SeasonDid you know that F*ck It Season is upon us?You know...the time of year when you hear yourself saying things like "This is all too much - I'm just going to eat whatever I want and try again in January."Sound familiar? It's one of the most common things I hear around this time of year.And I get it.We're SO busy. Every time we turn around, another thing is being asked of us and our to-do list is never-ending. Focusing on ourselves and our weight feels lik...
2023-12-0729 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 34: Scale Drama: SolvedHow do you feel about stepping on the scale? If you’re anything like my clients (and me before I figured out restriction-free weight loss), panic, dread, and complete resistance may come to mind. But here’s the truth: the scale should be an ally on your weight loss journey. The scale is a tool that reflects your progress - either showing you what’s working, or what changes can be made. But if you don’t yet see it in that ne...
2023-11-3039 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 33: Surviving the Holiday Food Frenzy (Virtual Workshop Replay!)This episode is a replay of the *amazing* virtual workshop I hosted on 11/20/23 called Surviving the Holiday Food Frenzy. Enjoy!! Click >> HERE > HERE
2023-11-221h 02Weight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck[Announcement!] Free Virtual Workshop - Surviving the Holiday Food FrenzyYou do NOT have to gain weight over the holidays. Not this year.You do not have to *start* 2024 trying to make up for the end of 2023.The next two months do not have to be a shitshow.This year, I’ve got you.Join me live on Zoom for Surviving the Holiday Food Frenzy - a free online class that’s going to give you back control over food this holiday season.I’ve been putting the finishing touches on it, and I couldn’t be more excited to share...
2023-11-2007 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #32: How to Enjoy Thanksgiving Without Sabotaging Your GoalsDo you have a history of going WAY overboard on Thanksgiving?Is it hard to be around all of those delicious appetizers, decadent dishes, and incredible desserts without giving up and eating them ALL? Yup. I get it. For YEARS I would end every single holiday feeling totally sick and wondering why I couldn't seem to control myself. I didn't understand why I felt powerless against those ‘special’ holiday foods. Or, let's be honest, most foods.But here's what I learned: Thanksgiving does not need to be a sh*ts...
2023-11-1636 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #31: Unlearning the Habit of Overeating, Part 3In the past three weeks, I’ve been diving DEEP into the habit of overeating so that I can help you finally unwind it. Permanently.Because the truth is, there's always a reason behind our overeating. It never happens randomly, or by accident, or because we just don't have enough willpower.There's always an underlying cause.And when you discover what that underlying cause actually is, unlearning the habit of overeating becomes so much easier. Today's episode completes our three-part series on Unwinding the H...
2023-11-0934 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #30: Unlearning the Habit of Overeating, Part 2Just because you have powerful urges to overeat doesn't mean that you're doomed to always feel this way - in fact, it's normal to have strong urges and cravings. And, it's 100% possible to lessen those urges over time or eliminate them entirely.On this week's episode, we're diving deep into how habits (like feeling stuck in the cycle of overeating) form, and how you can break them for good.If you've ever asked yourself questions like..."WHY am I overeating even though I know better?""I know what to do - w...
2023-11-0334 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #30: Unlearning the Habit of Overeating, Part 2Just because you have powerful urges to overeat doesn't mean that you're doomed to always feel this way - in fact, it's normal to have strong urges and cravings. And, it's 100% possible to lessen those urges over time or eliminate them entirely.On this week's episode, we're diving deep into how habits (like feeling stuck in the cycle of overeating) form, and how you can break them for good.If you've ever asked yourself questions like..."WHY am I overeating even though I know better?""I know what to do - w...
2023-11-0234 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 29: Unlearning the Habit of Overeating, Part 1"WHY am I overeating even though I know better?""I know what to do - why can't I make myself do it?""What's wrong with me?"If you've ever asked yourself questions like these, you're going to want to tune in to this week's episode of The Weight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck podcast.Because the truth is, there's always a reason behind our overeating. It never happens randomly, or by accident, or because we just don't have enough willpower.There's always an underlying cause.A...
2023-10-2635 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 28: Halloween Candy: How to Control YourselfHaving candy in the house shouldn’t be the scariest part of Halloween.If you want this to be the year you finally feel calm and in control around all the candy, I’m here to help.Tune in to this week’s episode to learn:How to let go of the all-or-nothing diet mentality around candy.How to normalize and neutralize the Halloween treats, so you can regain control over them.How to enjoy the seasonal treats that are truly delicious and worth it to you (without totall...
2023-10-1925 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 27: Do I Have to Exercise to Lose Weight?Exercise is amazing for a million reasons, but does it help you lose weight? Does it even play a role at all in your weight loss?My answer may surprise you. It might also take a *huge* weight off your shoulders if you’re not feeling up to the chore of exercising these days.On this week’s episode of The Weight Loss Doesn’t Have to Suck podcast, you’ll learn:Why forcing yourself to exercise if you *don’t want to* actually slows down your weight lossWhat rea...
2023-10-1228 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 26: Brain Hack: Planning AheadReal talk: planning what you want to eat in advance is one of the most powerful things you can do to accelerate your weight loss.It is the easiest way to keep yourself laser-focused on your goals all day long.It is the fastest, simplest way to dramatically reduce your overeating and emotional eating.And…it’s also the thing I get the most pushback on from clients.SO many people are resistant to planning their food in advance, even though it t...
2023-10-0536 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 25: Joyful Eating vs. Joyless DietingDespite what you may have learned from diet culture, restricting yourself to bland, joyless diet food is the most effective way to slow your weight loss down.When you're trying to force yourself to stick to a diet of dry chicken and boring salads, your willpower runs out, you start to resent your meal plan, you hate your life, and eventually, you quit. Restriction is not the answer. What is? Well, the answer is really fun.Tune in to find out.What I'm eating/cooking: Juli...
2023-09-2829 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 24: When Weight Loss Actually Does Kinda Suck ThoughThere are SO many things that suck about traditional restrictive dieting, and you don’t have to do a single one of them when you lose weight my way.You don’t have to:Eat the sad, boring diet foodSpend hours tracking every last morsel in those soul-sucking diet appsWaste your precious mental energy figuring out what you are “allowed” to eat, researching boring diet recipes, or adding up points or calories Panic when you get invited out to dinner or to a party because you might sabotage your progressMiss out on the real food everyone around yo...
2023-09-2133 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 23: The Warrior vs. The Observer: A Better Approach to OvereatingEveryone has urges to overeat, but some of us handle them better than others.What are your urges and cravings like?Do you feel out of control? Annoyed that you have to face these irritating thoughts about food and overeating day after day? Scared that you can’t experience cravings AND lose weight?I get it. I thought my cravings were huge obstacles in the way of my weight loss…until I discovered a method of managing them that transformed my urges from an all-out battle to barely a blip on my radar.I’...
2023-09-1429 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 22: Why You're Not Following ThroughHave you ever started your day all fired up, full of enthusiasm, saying "Today's the day I'm going to make big changes!"But then you just...don't? How often do you say you're going to do something, but you don't actually do it?If you're anything like me before I lost weight your answer probably sounds something like "all the time."Luckily, in this episode, we're going to explore what's been getting in your way AND help you overcome it.I'm sharing an evidence-based tool that I use with al...
2023-09-0737 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 21: Bouncing Back After OvereatingHey, did you know that “mess ups” - even epic ones (like I had yesterday) don’t have to sabotage your weight loss or maintenance?It’s true: one indulgent meal (or day, or week…) doesn’t have to destroy your progress one bit. In fact, going a little bonkers with your eating sometimes is normal.Isn’t that a relief? Mistakes, missteps, and overindulgences aren’t problems. They only become problems when we:Take them as evidence that we’re flawed human beings who will never reach our goalsUse them as a reason to b...
2023-08-3131 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #20: When You WANT to Overeat (And How to Stop)Here’s one of the most challenging things about weight loss…Picture this: You're eating the most delicious burger and fries you’ve ever had. Or pizza. Or chocolate cake.You're loving it. It tastes amazing. You never want this experience to end. But then... boom - there’s the signal from our body: you’ve had enough.Damnit. You don't want to stop. It tastes so good. You just want to eat it all. And then your brain starts in with alllll the reasons you should...
2023-08-2433 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 19: Reclaiming Your Power Over Your Urges and CravingsHow do you feel when an urge or craving hits?Worried that you won’t have the willpower to say no?Full of dread because you think you'll have to fight with the urge all night long?Frustrated because you can’t stand the mental chatter?If this is you, you’re not alone.When we fear, worry, and fret about our urges, we give them SO much power.But the truth is, urges and cravings are just feelings - they come and go just like any other emotion.Your urges and cr...
2023-08-1733 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 18 How Your Nervous System Affects Your EatingThere's always a reason behind our overeating. And it's not that we're flawed. Or weak. Or that we don't have enough willpower to reach our goals.When we find ourselves overeating or eating our emotions, it's because we just don't know a better way.Yet.My goal with this podcast is to help you expand your repertoire of tools so that you're not constantly turning to wine and ice cream when you have a bad day. Because, as amazing as wine and ice cream are, they're TERRIBLE at solving our problems....
2023-08-1040 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 17: When You Want to Eat Your FeelingsDo you sometimes find yourself swan-diving into a bag of chips or a carton of ice cream when you’re sad, stressed, or pissed? Boy, do I get it.Even though I’m a life and weight loss coach…I’m still a human. A human who gets off track sometimes.This past week threw me for a loop. ALL the big emotions came up for me, and I ate WAY too many ice cream sandwiches…washed down with a martini or two (okay, FINE, three).I ate things and drank things to get...
2023-08-0332 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 16: The 5 Skills I Learned to Lose Weight Without DietingWe tend to think that weight loss happens by meticulously counting calories or endlessly tracking macros or WW points. Or in denying ourselves the delicious food we love. In trading the daily joy we find in food for starving, suffering, and sacrificing in the name of weight loss.Of course we believe that it has to be hard….every diet we’ve ever tried has confirmed this belief.But I lost 35lbs in 2019 without dieting, and I’ve kept it off with ease ever since. I have zero fear that I’ll ever gai...
2023-07-2742 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 15: Sabotage-Free Summer Parties, BBQs, and HolidaysBeing busy in the summer doesn’t have to get in the way of your weight loss. Summer cookouts, BBQs, and get-togethers do not have to sabotage your progress. You can enjoy the summer and the food you love without feeling deprived OR going entirely off the rails. Tune into this week’s episode to learn:How to adjust your mindset about the summer to make weight loss feel totally doableHow to navigate ALL the summer events without ever feeling food FOMOHow to enjoy the seasonal foods you love with control AND how to sometimes overind...
2023-07-2038 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 14: Cultivating A Growth Mindset to Make Weight Loss InevitableToday we’re diving deep into the fascinating connection between mindset and weight loss success (or the lack of it.) We’re exploring the concept of growth mindset vs. fixed mindset, and how it can make or break your weight loss journey.If you're feeling like weight loss is 'hard', this is the episode for you. I'm showing you evidence-based research on how mindset can transform your experience, and real world examples from my own clients to make it work for you.What I'm eating/cooking: Clams with Spicy Tomato Broth and Garlic...
2023-07-1334 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 13: How 'Food is Just Fuel' Gets It WrongWe’ve all heard the phrase ‘food is just fuel’, but have you ever thought about whether that’s the relationship that you want to have with food?Do you want to only eat lean protein and endless servings of vegetables for the rest of your life?Or do you want food to be a source of joy in your life? Of comfort? Or pleasure? Or FUN?? And, if so, to what extent?Is it possible for food to be fuel AND fun? I would argue that:1) Hell yeah i...
2023-07-0632 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 12: Making Weight Loss Super EasyDoes weight loss feel like an eternal struggle? Do you find yourself saying 'Diet starts Monday' like you're going into battle? Do you manage to white-knuckle your way through a couple of weeks of diet misery, only to burn out and quit every time?Then this is the episode you need.When what we're doing to lose weight feels hard, we hate the process, and we burn out and quit. When, instead, we can make our weight loss journey feel simple, doable, and EASY....well, then it's so much easier to sti...
2023-06-2932 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 11: Conquering Your CravingsThis week we continue our exploration of urges and cravings. I show you WHY cravings happen, how we create habits that make our cravings more frequent and more intense, and how to experience fewer urges and more peace.I share one of my favorite brain hacks to make urges and cravings happen less often and feel way less powerful when they do arise. I'll show you an amazing tool that I use with my one-on-one coaching clients to help them take back control over their urges and cravings...
2023-06-2235 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 10: What's in the Way of Your Weight Loss, Part 3: CravingsDo you dread your cravings and urges to overeat? Is your mental chatter about food SO loud that you feel like you’re going into battle with your own cravings on a daily basis?I get it. Cravings and the non-stop obsession with foods we think we can't be trusted around can be SUCH a challenge when we're trying to lose weight. But it doesn’t have to feel so hard.On this episode, we’ll talk about:What happens in your brain and...
2023-06-1533 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #9: What’s in the Way of Your Weight Loss, Part 2: Big, Uncomfortable FeelingsDiets tell you HOW to lose weight (eat this many calories, or this many WW points, cut out the things you love, follow this meal plan exactly, etc. etc. etc.) But if that's all it took to lose weight, none of us would still be out here struggling.The truth is, there's SO much more to weight loss than any cookie-cutter plan can give you. Diets don't work, because they don't address the REAL reasons weight loss feels hard.What about when you have a terrible day and you just want som...
2023-06-0840 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #8: What’s in the Way of Your Weight Loss, Part 1: Your ThoughtsDiets tell you HOW to lose weight (eat this many calories, or this many WW points, cut out the things you love, follow this meal plan exactly, etc. etc. etc.) But if that's all it took to lose weight, none of us would still be out here struggling.The truth is, there's SO much more to weight loss than any cookie-cutter plan can give you. Diets don't work, because they don't address the REAL reasons weight loss feels hard.What about when you have a terrible day and you just want some relief (aka ice cre...
2023-06-0131 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp # 7: Meal Planning Doesn't Have to SuckDo you have a trauma response when you hear the words ‘meal planning’? I get it. So many of us do.This is because meal planning on restrictive diets is just another way of saying ‘time to plan out all the ways you’re going to make yourself miserable this week.”Meal planning on restrictive diets = starvation, suffering, and missing out on all the things you love.But it doesn’t have to be that way. I teach my weight loss clients a totally different approach to meal plannin...
2023-05-2531 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #6: How to Recover from Getting Off TrackWhether you had one "off the rails" meal, or you've been on a total bender, I'll help you get back on track.The diet industry sets us up to believe that total perfection is the goal, but that belief just keeps us stuck and spinning our wheels.It's normal to go off track. In fact, going off track can help you get better at weight loss.Tune into this episode to hear more about:How restrictive dieting sets us up to STAY off track when we h...
2023-05-1831 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #5: I Know What to Do....I'm Just Not Doing ItOkay, so I know WHAT to do….I’m just not doing it.In this episode, we cover what’s going on inside your brain when you just *want* to overeat, or you just *feel* like eating, even though you know you’re not even hungry. It’s normal.It happens to all of us.But there are plenty of ways to manage your mind around it so you can enjoy the delicious REAL food you love and crave (no sad, bor...
2023-05-1133 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #4: How to Listen to Your Body to Lose Weight (So You’ll Never Need Another Diet Again)In this episode we get into HOW to lose weight by listening to your body rather than diets, apps, or “lifestyles”, so you’ll never need anything outside of YOU to tell you when or how much to eat.I’ll show you:Why most of us have lost touch with our body’s signals after a lifetime of dietingHow to tune back into what your body is telling you about when and how much to eatHow to understand the difference between true, physical hunger vs. wanting to eat for other reasonsHow to know exactly ho...
2023-02-1635 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #3: Want to Lose Weight for the Last Time? Eat More of What You Love.You know that restrictive diets haven't worked for you in the past, but do you know WHY? Spoiler Alert, it's not you, it's them.In this episode, we'll talk about how restrictive diets get it dead wrong. I'll show you:Why eating sad diet food and feeling deprived backfires every timeHow eating the food you actually enjoy creates safety rather than scarcity around food, which is a critical part of lasting weight lossHow to stop the restriction/binge cycle by eating more of what you loveWhat I'm Eating/Cooking: Smitten Ki...
2023-02-0830 minWeight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #2: Four Easy Steps to Restriction-Free Weight LossReady to get your restriction-free weight loss journey started? This episode covers the four simple things you need to know to get the scale moving WHILE eating the foods you love.We'll cover:Why diets don’t work Why removing restriction from your life makes weight loss *easier* to achieveHow to keep weight loss easy, sustainable, and doableThe four simple steps to restriction-free weight loss1) Eat food you actually like2) use the hunger scale3) make a daily plan/assess4) take care of your body (sleep, water)Referenced in This Epis...
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Weight Loss Doesn't Have to SuckEp #1: Welcome to Weight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck!#1: Welcome to the Weight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck Podcast! This episode is an overview of how I help my clients end chronic restrictive dieting and lose weight WHILE enjoying the food they love. You'll hear the basics of how I help you lose weight with zero restriction or deprivation, and what you can expect when you tune in each week! Grab your copy of my free Guide: Weight Loss Doesn't Have to Suck: The No-Diet Approach (including The Hunger Scale - a tool frequently referenced on this podcast) Join the 12-D...
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