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Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 23: Stolen Focus – Can We Ever Pay Attention Again?Send us a textIn this episode of the Finding Wendy podcast, host Wendy Limbertie explores the themes of wellness, resilience, and the modern attention crisis, drawing insights from Johann Hari's book 'Stolen Focus'. She discusses the impact of technology, lifestyle, and societal factors on our ability to concentrate, while also sharing her personal journey with Ozempic and updates on obesity treatments. The episode concludes with podcast recommendations that inspire and uplift.Links: My Podcast Website: www.findingwendypod.com ☕️ Support the PodcastIf this podca...2025-07-1318 minWellness & WillpowerEpisode 22: Ozempic, Ontario, and a Hormone That Changed EverythingSend us a textEpisode 22: Ozempic, Ontario, and a Hormone That Changed Everything Air Date: June 8, 2025In this week’s episode of Finding Wendy—also known as Wellness & Willpower—I share a personal update on my four-week Ozempic journey (7 pounds down, no side effects!), and reflect on what’s working, what’s changing, and what I’m learning. I also dive into why I started this podcast in the first place—with a powerful quote from Steve Jobs that reminds us growth is slow, but worth it.Then, I introduce a...2025-06-0809 min
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 21 – From Rock Bottom to Reel Stories: Filmmaker Chad TailorSend us a textEpisode 21 – From Rock Bottom to Real Stories: Filmmaker Chad TailorIn this powerful episode of The Finding Wendy Podcast, host Wendy Limbertie sits down with Toronto-based filmmaker, screenwriter, and educator Chad Tailor. Known for his emotionally charged and socially relevant films, Chad shares his deeply personal journey through addiction, healing, identity, and redemption—and how those experiences now fuel his creative work.We talk about his breakout short films A Done Deal, Forgiveness in F Minor, Finesse, and the award-winning Memento Mori—as well as his pa...2025-04-231h 00
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 20: Today, 7 Years Ago!Send us a textFinding Wendy Podcast – Episode 20: Today, 7 Years Ago!Wendy celebrates her 7-year bariatric surgery anniversary, reflecting on her journey from 450 pounds to 225, the struggles of weight regain during the pandemic, and how intermittent fasting changed everything. She shares insights on food noise, emotional triggers, and the importance of medical support, proving that success is about more than just weight—it's about resilience and never giving up. Tune in for an inspiring recap of seven years of transformation! ☕️ 2025-03-2109 min
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 19: Overcoming Regain with Intermittent FastingSend us a textFinding Wendy Podcast – Episode 19: Overcoming Regain with Intermittent FastingIn this episode of Finding Wendy, hosts Wendy and Alison sit down with special guest Heather Windsor, a dedicated mom, high school registrar, and real estate professional from Florida. Heather shares her inspiring journey of overcoming weight regain after bariatric surgery by incorporating intermittent fasting into her lifestyle.She opens up about her struggles, successes, and mindset shifts, including how she transitioned from calorie counting to a fasting lifestyle, the importance of clean fasting, and how consistency has helped he...2025-02-2654 min
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 18 - Clean(ish) Living: Wellness, Resilience, and the Power of Informed Choices with Gin StephensSend us a textIn this episode of the Finding Wendy podcast, hosts Wendy Limbertie and Alison Pizanie chat with Gin Stephens, author of Cleanish, about wellness, transformation, and clean living. They explore the impact of ultra-processed foods, gut health, and informed choices in food and cleaning products. Wendy shares insights on cultural food habits, the concept of Blue Zones, intermittent fasting, and the connection between diet and dementia. Packed with practical tips, this episode inspires a balanced, "cleanish" lifestyle without food perfectionism.Links: Gin Stephens Website: https://www.ginstephens.com/cleanish.htmlBooks...2025-01-261h 21
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode No. 17 - Fasting Through the Festivities: Staying on Track Over the HolidaysSend us a textFasting Through the Festivities: Staying on Track Over the HolidaysIn this episode of the Finding Wendy Podcast, hosts Wendy Limbertie and Alison Pizanie discuss their experiences with intermittent fasting, particularly during the holiday season. They reflect on New Year intentions, share personal stories about their holiday celebrations, and emphasize the importance of hydration and community support. The conversation also touches on the impact of bariatric surgery on food choices and weight maintenance, as well as the hosts' ongoing education in the field of health and wellness. In this conversation...2025-01-051h 13
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 16 - Transforming Health: Jalene Weigand's Intermittent Fasting JourneySend us a textSummaryIn this episode of Finding Wendy, host Wendy Limbertie and co-host Allison welcome Jalene Weigand, who shares her inspiring journey of health transformation through intermittent fasting. Jalene discusses her struggles with weight gain during menopause, the impact of the pandemic on her lifestyle, and how she discovered intermittent fasting as a sustainable lifestyle change. The conversation delves into the emotional aspects of food, the importance of community support, and the non-scale victories that come with a healthier lifestyle. In this conversation, Wendy Limbertie and her guests discuss the impact...2024-12-2453 min
Wellness & WillpowerPodcast Episode No. 15. : Mindful Eating and the Mindful Eating CycleSend us a textSummaryIn this episode of Finding Wendy, Wendy Limbertie shares her journey towards mindful eating, focusing on emotional triggers and the mindful eating cycle. She discusses her experiences with late-night snacking, the HALT strategy for recognizing emotional states, and the importance of understanding the reasons behind food choices. Wendy emphasizes that mindful eating is a continuous journey that fosters a positive relationship with food and encourages self-reflection and intentional choices.Links My Nutritionist Shared With Me:https://amihungry.com/...2024-11-3018 min
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 14- Fasting Through the Frights: Navigating Halloween Treats with Intermittent FastingSend us a textIn this episode of the Finding Wendy Podcast, Wendy Limbertie shares practical tips for maintaining intermittent fasting goals during Halloween. She discusses the challenges of Halloween temptations, offers strategies for mindful eating, and emphasizes the importance of enjoying the holiday while staying on track with health goals. Wendy encourages listeners to make intentional food choices, savour treats, and focus on the memories created during the season.Chapters00:00 Navigating Halloween Temptations02:48 Mindful Choices and Social Events05:58 Final Thoughts on...2024-10-2706 min
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 13: Unlocking Intermittent Fasting with NYT Bestselling Author Gin StephensSend us a textIn this enlightening episode, Wendy Limbertie sits down with Gin Stephens, New York Times bestselling author and leading voice on intermittent fasting. Gin opens up about her transformative weight loss journey, the hurdles she overcame, and how intermittent fasting became the game-changer in her life. Together, they explore the power of clean fasting, how processed foods sabotage health, and the science of insulin response.Gin also dives into the concept of bio-individuality, explaining why there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to wellness and how real, whole foods play a crucial role in ov...2024-10-201h 23
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 12: Lasting Change: Using Atomic Habits with Intermittent FastingSend us a textIn this episode of the Finding Wendy podcast, Wendy Limbertie and Alison Pizanie discuss their personal journeys with intermittent fasting and weight regain after bariatric surgery. They explore the principles from James Clear's book, Atomic Habits, focusing on the importance of community support, the difference between goals and systems, the feedback loop in habit formation, and the concept of implementation intentions to create lasting change in their lives. In this conversation, Wendy Limbertie discusses various strategies for building and maintaining healthy habits, focusing on meal prepping, habit stacking, and the importance of creating...2024-10-1453 min
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 11- Mastering Intermittent Fasting After Bariatric Surgery: Insights with Alison PizanieSend us a textSummaryIn this episode of Finding Wendy, host Wendy Limbertie and guest Alison Pizanie discuss the intricacies of intermittent fasting, particularly in the context of post-bariatric surgery. They cover essential topics such as how to start intermittent fasting, the importance of clean fasting, dietary choices, tracking food intake, and the role of exercise. The conversation also delves into managing medications, hydration, sleep issues, and the significance of nutrient-dense foods. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the importance of listening to one's body and trusting the process of intermittent fasting as...2024-09-2650 min
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 9 - Top 25 Nutrition Podcaster and Wits & Weights Founder Philip Pape Discusses the Science Behind Overcoming Strength, Fat Loss, Fasting, and Body Composition BarriersSend us a textSummaryIn this episode of Finding Wendy, host Wendy Limbertie engages in a deep conversation with Philip Pape about the multifaceted approach to wellness, focusing on nutrition, mindset, and physical exercise. They explore the effectiveness of fasting as a tool for health, the importance of building a sustainable physique, and strategies for overcoming plateaus in fitness. The discussion also delves into resilience in fitness and nutrition, debunking common myths and the significance of sustainable dieting that allows for enjoyment. Philip shares insights on coaching high-performing individuals and emphasizes the...2024-09-1653 min
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 10- Conquering Post-Bariatric Surgery Weight Regain: Alison Pizanie’s Intermittent Fasting Approach for Lasting SuccessSend us a textIn this episode of the Finding Wendy podcast, host Wendy Limbertie speaks with Alison Pizzanie, author of The Regain Remedy, about the challenges of weight regain after bariatric surgery and the role of intermittent fasting in achieving permanent weight loss. They discuss Alison's personal journey, the science behind insulin and weight loss, and the importance of mindset in fostering a healthy relationship with food. The conversation also highlights success stories from the community and the supportive environment of the Facebook group dedicated to those on similar journeys.Links: 2024-09-1555 min
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 8 - The Health Benefits of Intermittent FastingSend us a textIn this episode, Wendy Limbertie interviews Fred Rutman about his medical history, including 35 concussions and two pacemakers. They discuss his journey into intermittent fasting and its health benefits, such as reversing type 2 diabetes, improving sleep, reducing inflammation, and weight loss. Topics include the role of artificial sweeteners, sleep's importance, and the misconception that fasting is just a diet. They also recommend 'The Obesity Code' by Dr. Jason Fung and highlight autophagy's benefits during fasting, like improved skin elasticity, emphasizing the need to be your own healthcare advocate.Links of Interest2024-09-071h 08
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 7- Embracing a New Wellness Season: Don't Give UpSend us a textIn this conversation, Wendy Limbertie interviews Dr. Mala Chatteri Mulgary, a psychologist and editor-in-chief at recovery.com, about the challenges of weight regain after bariatric surgery and the importance of finding support and maintaining a positive mindset. They discuss the myths surrounding mental health and addiction, the need for ongoing treatment and adjustments, and the impact of physical issues and pain on the journey to wellness. Dr. Mala provides advice on acknowledging feelings, setting goals, taking small steps, and building a supportive team. They also discuss the benefits of journaling and the excitement...2024-09-0132 min
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 6 - From Bariatric Surgery to Music Therapy Brynn's Goal: To share the Power of Music as MedicineSend us a textEpisode 6 - A conversation with Brynn Albanese In this conversation, Wendy Limbertie interviews Brynn Albanese, a musician, about her background and achievements in the music industry. They discuss Brynn's journey as a multi-genre violinist, her experiences playing with different orchestras, and her transition to improvisation. They also talk about the impact of the pandemic on Brynn's career and personal life, including her decision to undergo bariatric surgery and become a certified music practitioner and death doula. Brynn shares her struggles with weight and the challenges she faced in maintaining her health. O...2024-08-241h 17
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 5 - Healing the Root Cause of Weight GainSend us a textIn today's episode, I'm thrilled to welcome my very first guest on the Finding Wendy: My Journey to Wellness podcast.Dr. Jason Stanley reached out to me, expressing interest in joining the podcast, and after doing some research on his work, I knew he would make for an intriguing guest. Jason began his exploration into the causes and cures of obesity with a medical anthropology field study in 1979. Since then, he has published multiple articles, authored two books, and conducted numerous clinical trials.Most recently, in early 2022...2024-08-121h 08Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 4 "Your Brain is Hard Wired to Eat"Send us a textIn Episode 4 of the Finding Wendy Podcast Channel titled "Your Brain is Hard Wired to Eat," Wendy explores how our brains are naturally wired to seek food, particularly in today's environment filled with ultra-processed options. Drawing from a *Huberman Lab Podcast* featuring Dr. Zachary Knight, she discusses the strong genetic influence on body weight, emphasizing that brain-related gene mutations can significantly impact our propensity to gain weight, with about 80% of body weight variability being heritable.Wendy shares her personal discovery of carrying the "obesity gene," which brought her relief. She now u...2024-08-1019 minWellness & WillpowerEpisode 3: Why Am I So Hard On MyselfSend us a textIn this episode of "Finding Wendy," host Wendy Limbertie shares insights from her recent meeting with psychiatrist Dr. Richard Yanofsky. They discuss her wellness journey, the impact of dopamine on motivation, and reflections from an episode of the Huberman Lab Podcast. Dr. Yanofsky offers valuable advice on self-compassion and the importance of letting go of shame and self-judgment, encouraging Wendy to appreciate her accomplishments and be kinder to herself.☕️ Support the Podcast — Buy Me a Coffee! If you’ve been inspired, informed, or simply kept company by the Find...2024-08-0216 min
Wellness & WillpowerEpisode 2: Dealing with Weight Regain After Bariatric SurgerySend us a textToday, we’re diving into a deeply personal topic: dealing with weight regain after bariatric surgery and the sense of failure that can accompany it. I’ve experienced it myself and want to share my story. Weight regain is common but rarely talked about. It’s crucial to acknowledge our feelings, seek support, and reframe our journey. Remember, wellness is a lifelong journey.☕️ Support the Podcast — Buy Me a Coffee! If you’ve been inspired, informed, or simply kept company by the Finding Wendy Podcast (aka W...2024-07-1718 minWellness & WillpowerEpisode 1 - What is my Journey to Wellness?Send us a textIn the first episode of "Finding Wendy: My Journey to Wellness," Wendy shares her lifelong battle with obesity and her experiences following bariatric surgery. She discusses the physical and emotional challenges, debunks myths, and celebrates milestones. Wendy aims to inspire, offering honest conversations and expert insights on achieving wellness and overcoming stigma.☕️ Support the Podcast — Buy Me a Coffee! If you’ve been inspired, informed, or simply kept company by the Finding Wendy Podcast (aka Wellness & Willpower), consider showing your support by buying me a coffee!...2024-07-1708 min