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Send a Text Message. Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us. Do you ever feel like your health is an uphill battle—like you're stuck on the "hard road," where every step forward feels exhausting, and progress seems impossible? Maybe you're trapped by the weight of past “failures” or overwhelmed by an uncertain future?In this episode, I'm sharing a powerful past workshop inspired by Chasing Cupcakes by Elizabeth Benton—a life-changing book about rewriting your story and proving your limiting beliefs wrong. Together, we'll unpack the key hallmarks of the hard road, discuss how to recognize them in your own life and, most importantly, how to choose the easier road instead.In a month when everyone seems to favor radical changes and quick fixes, this book is the ultimate roadmap for long-term progress, real growth, and lasting success. Tune in now to learn how to leave your past where it belongs and start rewriting your story—your way.ReferencesChasing Cupcakes: How One Broke, Fat Girl Transformed Her Life (and How You Can Too) by Elizabeth BentonAudio Stamps00:30 - Dr. Rentea announces an upcoming paid podcast option with behind-the-scenes insights, listener Q&A deep dives, and exclusive workshop content. Today's episode serves as an example, offering a sneak peek of a past workshop on choosing the easy versus hard road.03:22 - Planning ahead and creating simple systems, like meal prep or backups, helps to reduce decision fatigue and make healthy choices easier during busy times.12:27 - Shift your focus from chasing novelty and intensity to embracing consistency and building on what has worked for you in the past.20:20 - Avoid making yourself a victim of external factors, and focus on making decisions based on principles rather than emotions, keeping long-term goals in mind instead of striving for perfection.30:15 - Dr. Rentea shares the hallmarks of the "easy road" from Elizabeth Benton's book: “Chasing Cupcakes”.Quotes“When you have too many options, you actually do worse. So one of the things I want to suggest today is that maybe the road is easier if you constrain your choices.”“The barrier to entry is a lot lower if you're asking yourself to do a little thing versus if you make it this big project.”“We're always either winning or learning. Period. There's no version where it's a failure.”“If you never again, in this lifetime, cared about the opinions of what someone else thought about your body, your food choices, how you're taking care of yourself, what you're doing— I think we would all be in a better spot.”"My life will never look like someone else's. Period. There's no version—ever—kids, family, my biology, all of it. It will not ever compare to anyone else's. And it's totally unhelpful to compare."All of the information on this podcast is for general informational purposes only. Please talk to your physician and medical team about what is right for you. No medical advice is being on this podcast. If you live in Indiana or Illinois and want to work with doctor Matthea Rentea, you can find out more on www.RenteaClinic.com

It's our final episode in our Chasing Cupcakes series! You won't know how bad you feel until you start making yourself feel better and you won't know how good you can feel until you stop choosing things that make you feel bad! Be part of the solution by taking advantage of our INSANE Strong Foundations offer at primalpotential.com/strongfoundation/ And if you don't have it yet, check out Kids' Happy Juice! Use the code BENTON at checkout to save $10 on your first order! 

We're wrapping up our Chasing Cupcakes series with a look at how we can improve our response to tough days and dark seasons.  Today I'm giving away Kids Happy Juice! If you want to check it out, use the code BENTON at checkout to save $10 on your first order! 

Do you feel like you're constantly looping between how you feel about the problem, what you're going to do about it, your plans and commitments to change, but never really landing on a permanent change? We're talking about that very loop and how to get out of it!  If you haven't checked out Upgrade, you can get all the information here: primalpotential.com/emotionaleating  

This might be my FAVE PART of Chasing Cupcakes, no joke. Listen, share, listen again and take massive creative, energetic action!  If you haven't, join us in our upcoming Strong Foundations cohort! Learn more and sign up here:  http://primalpotential.com/strongfoundation/

In the last of the Summer Content Series, I'm sharing a fantastic and important episode from Elizabeth Bento of the Primal Potential podcast. I often talk about Chasing Cupcakes and in this episode, Elizabeth is diving into Chapter 7 from the book to talk about what it takes to change your beliefs and thought patterns. Learn about three redirecting tools: neutral, empowering and positive. Check out the Upgrade program: www.primalpotential.com/emotionaleating/New to the podcast? Download the Podcast Listening Guide.Want to schedule a call to talk about how I work with people?  Click here for a FREE call. Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabitHas this podcast helped you? Please leave a review.Follow me on Facebook & Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

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I'm honestly obsessed with this chapter and it might be the most life changing episode you could ever hear. Please listen, share it and get the free description of everything we cover together in our new Upgrade program. Just head to primalpotential.com/emotionaleating/

We're going through another chapter in Chasing Cupcakes! If you know someone who loves the book, share this episode with them!  Also - to grab that free overview of Upgrade, head to primalpotential.com/emotionaleating/

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We're going through Chasing Cupcakes and this is easily the most popular series we've ever done on the podcast. If you need a kick in the pants to stop putting off change, listen to this episode. And while you're here, get started in UPGRADE today!  Join Upgrade here

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We're continuing our updated commentary on Chasing Cupcakes - today we're contrasting the hard road versus the easier road and how to make the shift. 

We're reading together and I've got a lot of personal commentary!  I hope you'll join me as we explore Chasing Cupcakes together! 

Believing more in the past and the problem than in the solution and the present.  We're doing something fun! Updated, real-time commentary on Chasing Cupcakes! I can't wait for you to listen! 

For more details on this podcast visit: https://www.journeybeyondweightloss.com/blog/131   In our latest podcast episode, Dr. Angela and Marchelle dive deep into the transformative power of living in the present moment. They discuss a remarkable concept introduced by Elizabeth Benton, the author of "Chasing Cupcakes," a book that tells the incredible story of how one woman overcame her weight struggles and transformed her life. Here's a sneak peek of what you'll learn:     1. The Power of Now: Dr. Angela and Marchelle explore how our tendency to dwell on past failures or constantly plan for the future can hold us back. They emphasize the importance of living in the present moment and making decisions that lead to transformation NOW.   2. Immediate Empowerment: You'll discover how small, actionable steps taken today can lead to significant transformations. Dr. Angela shares her personal experience of tackling her disorganization by taking immediate action, illustrating the potential of real-time change.   3. Quote to Remember: "Transformation is a result of what you do now, not what you intend to do tomorrow." - Elizabeth Benton   Are you as excited as I am? This episode is a game-changer, and it's available now on the Keep the Weight Off Podcast. Trust me; you won't want to miss this!   Don't delay your transformation any longer - start your journey to a healthier and happier you right now!   After listening, be sure to join the Empowered Weight Loss membership and take the first step towards your transformation.   PS: Elizabeth Benton's book “Chasing Cupcakes” can be found HERE     Episode Highlights:   (02:26)  You know that I have a membership called Empowered Weight Loss. Well, we just finished a book study and the book we studied is called “Chasing Cupcakes” by Elizabeth Benton. She is a brilliant young woman who struggled with her weight since childhood, and she actually got up to 350 pounds, and then she finally figured out how to lose the weight and how to keep it off. And before she did that, she figured out how to pay off $135,000 worth of debt. So the subtitle of the book is ”How One Broke Fat Girl Transformed Her Life and How You Can Too”. That's pretty intriguing, don't you think? (08:39) Elizabeth reminds us that transformation is not a future event. Transformation is now; right now, in the next decision you make. You don't become transformed in the future, you become transformed now. When I read this, everything changed for me. (11:39) Here's an awesome Elizabeth Benton quote, which is worth writing down: “Transformation is a result of what you do now, not what you intend to do tomorrow”. So that's what I've got for you today, transformation is now, don't make any more excuses. Your health is everything.

This week on the podcast, I'm beginning my "Summer Content Series" with guest content from some of my favorite mentors, podcasters, and authors.   This episode of the Primal Potential podcast is shared with the permission of Elizabeth Benton.   Elizabeth, and her book Chasing Cupcakes were instrumental in my journey to change my relationship with alcohol. The Primal Potential podcast is one of my go-to podcasts as well and this particular episode is one that I re-listen to often.  What it really takes to change your life is a willingness to do the work when you want to do it the least.  Visit Elizabeth at www.primalpotential.com  Interested in Step One?  Buy Breaking the Bottle Legacy: How to Change Your Drinking Habits and Create A Peaceful Relationship with Alcohol on Amazon or most online retailers.  US Kindle US Paperback UK Kindle UK Paperback Apple Books Barnes & Noble Kobo Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabit Has this podcast helped you? Please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts!  Follow me on Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist  Have you grabbed your free e-book, "Alcohol Truths: How Much is Safe?" Get it here.  Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA: Healthy men under 65: No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week. Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week. One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink. Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past. Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. If you' are unsure about whether or not you have alcohol use disorder, please visit the NIAAA for more information.  

This week on the podcast I'm talking about believing that you can CHANGE your drinking. We get stuck in past patterns because we don't believe change is possible for us. Our evidence seems to prove to us that we can't change. What does it take to believe new things? I'm sharing three things I did to help myself believe that change was possible for me, as well as some inspiration from other people who are working on their thoughts around alcohol and finding true change.  You can create a peaceful relationship with alcohol. Choose to invest your time and believe that you can.  Resources Mentioned:  Episode 23 (Cutback Coach now Sunnyside)  Sunnyside.co/minimalist Chasing Cupcakes   Buy Breaking the Bottle Legacy: How to Change Your Drinking Habits and Create A Peaceful Relationship with Alcohol on Amazon or most online retailers.  US Kindle US Paperback UK Kindle UK Paperback Apple Books Barnes & Noble Kobo Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabit Has this podcast helped you? Please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts!  Follow me on Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist  Have you grabbed your free e-book, "Alcohol Truths: How Much is Safe?" Get it here.  Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA: Healthy men under 65: No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week. Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week. One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink. Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past. Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. If you' are unsure about whether or not you have alcohol use disorder, please visit the NIAAA for more information. 

How many times do you plan on doing something new, and you end up not achieving it not because you are not trying? Often, we find ourselves in situations where we need to change a particular thing in our lives, but fear and excuses stop us. For instance, you decide you want to lose weight, but you find yourself making excuses to binge on things that won't help you in your weight loss journey. In this episode, I have the honour of hosting Elizabeth Benton to talk about changing your mindset. Elizabeth's life is a testimony that if you change your perspective, you can achieve anything you wish to. Elizabeth shares her weight loss story, her experience with losing her baby just days after her birth, and how her mindset change helped her. Listen in to this episode and learn. The Power of Changing your Thoughts: When we work on our thinking, everything becomes better. You can't say I'm only changing my mindset when it comes to money only. It doesn't work that way. It starts with changing your thoughts around everything. Recommendation for Anyone Who Wants to Become an Entrepreneur Specificity is a superpower. When you are vague and general, it's going to be very tough to figure out the next steps. Be incredibly specific. You need to be crystal clear on who you want to work with and how you will help them. Elizabeth's Inner Superpower Elizabeth's superpower is realizing everything can be thought about differently. It is also realizing that her first thought reflects where she has been and not where she is going. Timestamps: [00:32] Getting to know Elizabeth Benton [03:50] The power of changing your thoughts [08:10] Elizabeth's weight loss journey [09:32] Elizabeth's mentorship coaching program [13:49] Elizabeth's first book: Chasing Cupcakes [17:12] Elizabeth's second book [19:09] Recommendation for anyone looking to become an entrepreneur/ self-employed [23:59] Elizabeth's inner superpower Quotes “Every single choice we make in every area of our life is driven by how we think and most of us just go about thinking about things the same way and dealing with the frustration the same way.” “When we work on becoming better thinkers, it applies to everything.” “Specificity is a superpower. When you are vague and general, it's going to be very tough to figure out the next steps.'' “If you want to grow, you can't continue with the same way you've always thought.” Connect with Elizabeth Benton: Website: https://primalpotential.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethbenton12/ Grab Elizabeth's book: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07LCCH7YC/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0 Podcast: https://primalpotential.com/primal-potential-podcast/

Join Keri and I today for an interview with the amazing author and podcaster, Elizabeth Benton. Today we talk about how she got started on weight loss and what her recommendations are for people that are struggling with overwhelm or self sabotage. Learn about:-how she started to lose weight -how you need to make many strong reasons that keep you going on the road to accomplishing hard things -how to manage overwhelm -how to change from being past or future to being present in this moment -how to be consistent -how to navigate hard times Quotes: "We have to have many reasons, make them strong, and revisit them often." -Elizabeth Benton Elizabeth Benton: Primal Potential Podcast, Chasing Cupcakes book

Today's guest on the Relentless Growth Podcast is Elizabeth Benton, the number one bestselling author of Chasing Cupcakes, host of the widely popular Primal Potential Podcast, and a seven-figure entrepreneur. After 30 years of battling obesity and her finances, Elizabeth made the life-changing decision to create the ultimate transformation. By losing over 100 pounds and eliminating $130,000 of debt in just 13 months, she became committed to helping guide women through their own life transformations and has touched millions of lives through her story, methodologies, podcast, and products. In today's episode, she emphasizes the importance of making conscious decisions in order to create your ultimate transformation and explains the meaning behind the phrase “Success can be scheduled.” We discuss some of the harmful thoughts she had to overcome, why she gives energy to the solution rather than the problem, and how to bridge the gap between acting and reacting. We touch on the importance of focusing on the facts, the difference between fear and danger, and how to break free from the purgatory between the past and the future, and Elizabeth speaks candidly about dealing with grief and leaves listeners with some powerful advice: focus on today's version of the solution instead of yesterday's version of the problem. Tune in today to learn more!Key Points From This Episode:Hear the story of how Elizabeth's book came to be titled Chasing Cupcakes.Chris highlights some of the ways Elizabeth helps to change people's lives, starting with the thought that our pasts are only patterns, not prisons.The key to creating any and all change is the practice of thinking differently.How she reminds herself that, with every choice, she contributes to her healing (or not).What Elizabeth means when she says that success can be scheduled.What it looked like for Elizabeth to make the decision to create her ultimate transformation.Some of the harmful thoughts she had to transform and how she came to terms with taking a slow and gradual approach.The pivotal moments that contributed to Elizabeth's desire to change.How she prevents herself from “being dramatic” by only giving energy to the solution.The opportunities Elizabeth has in her daily life to choose the solution over the problem.Tips for bridging the gap between acting and reacting; it is a constant practice.How to balance the dual perspective of grace and conviction by focusing on efficiency.Shifting perspective from playing the victim card to making empowered decisions.Elizabeth's parting advice: focus on today's version of the solution instead of yesterday's version of the problem.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Elizabeth Benton on LinkedInElizabeth Benton on InstagramPrimal PotentialChasing CupcakesDISC AssessmentNo EgoAlready FreeFuture Proofing YouGoodman CoachingChris GoodmanWork with Chris Here

Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabit Has this podcast helped you?  How about leaving a review: Itunes Follow me on Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist  Have you grabbed your free e-book, "Alcohol Truths: How Much is Safe?" Get it here.  Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA: Healthy men under 65: No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week. Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older: No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week. One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink. Abstinence from alcohol Abstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past. Benefits of “low-risk” drinking Following these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. This week on the podcast I'm thrilled to be speaking to author, podcaster and entrerpreneur Elizabeth Benton.  Elizabeth's book, Chasing Cupcakes is a book I go back to again and again for mindset work.  Here are notes from our conversation:  Rumi quotes: “Why do you stay in prison when the door is so wide open?”   Tell me what you hear most from this quote?  Hope Capability/Power? “Whoever brought me here will have to take me home”: I love the concept of self-change,   I  Iove the idea of having the power within me to change…but I also highly value coaching and mentors. How do believe coaches and mentors can help self-changers the most? “Our patterns and stories, no matter how far back they go, can be surrendered and rewritten.  We can walk away from them in any moment. Every choice can be change and every moment is            a blank slate.” You say in your podcast intro “Transformation is now.” Can you explain why you are so passionate about now versus today or this week.  How does that intertwine with long-term goals?   “This book is a tool that will help you win hard moments. It will help you change unconscious patterns and see the truth in the lies (especially the well-intended ones) you tell yourself. It's a         companion to help you overcome resistance and create success. You won't be fighting against yourself but rather working with yourself… creating an operating system of being militantly on     your own side. It will serve as a guide to the joyful pursuit of your best self instead of a battle against your worst self. You will create change through evolution, not revolution.” One of the biggest tools you use in the book and I hear you talk about all the time on the podcast is questions. And learning to ask better questions.   How does asking questions help people most?  What are some of your favorite questions to ask yourself? When it comes to overeating, drinking, smoking, shopping anything that people use to buffer away negative emotions lots of times people are focused on stopping the coping mechanism but  don't know how to solve the negative emotion.  How do you deal with negative emotions? Alright I know that you've been working on lots of things in your life this last year. You've overhauled your business, you've recovered from pregnancy and c-section, you've been processing grief AND you got pregnant again in 2020.  You recently welcomed a baby boy, Roman Ephraim, into your lives—congratulations—but can we agree that it's just A LOT??  And all the while, you've been writing your second book.  Can you share with us, what we can look forward to in book #2, and how it expands or breaks away from Chasing Cupcakes? What excites you most about the future? Listen to Elizabeth on the Primal Potential Podcast here.  Buy Chasing Cupcakes here.   

Joining me on SATIATE today is Elizabeth Benton, author of Chasing Cupcakes and founder of Primal Potential.  In our dynamic conversation today we explore Elizabeth's journey in healing her lifelong food and body image challenges as well as repairing her exorbitant debt –– what they have in common and what she learned in the process.

In the Money Mindful book club this month, we are reading Chasing Cupcakes, how one broke fat girl transformed her life and how you can too, by Elizabeth Benton. This is the kind of book that can actually change your life. If you apply what you learn in it. I absolutely love this book. So, I'm absolutely delighted to have Elizabeth Benton, the author joining us on the show today to tell her story and to discuss her wonderful book. In this episode you will learn: • How Elizabeth changed her whole life by proving her own stories wrong • Great questions to ask to become a better thinker and decision maker • The difference between fear and danger • The difference between a true barrier and a perceived barrier • How you too can change your life by asking better questions The Money Mindful podcast is all about creating the space for you to improve your relationship with yourself and money. You can expect to learn about your money mindset as well as practical information about making money and living an extraordinary life from expert guests and regular badass ladies, kicking goals and creating abundance in their lives. Hi there! I’m your host Meaghan J Smith; a money mindset and life coach for women. I help women get out of their own way so they can create the extraordinary life they want to live on purpose. Get full show notes and more information here: http://moneymindful.com.au/ep77/ https://www.instagram.com/moneymindfulpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/moneymindfulpodcast/

So many people are craving for change. My guest today talks about when you change your thoughts, you change your world. “If you are struggling or grieving, let the grief ride with you, but never drive.” - Elizabeth Benton In this episode of Ultra Rare Life, my guest speaker is the beautiful Elizabeth Benton. She is an extremely successful entrepreneur, one of my business partners, built her own platform and podcast “Primal Potential,” has inspired millions, author of “Chasing Cupcakes,”  recently released her “Change Makers Journal” (Link below if you would like a copy), and is currently working on her second book.  2020 was a challenging year for her and her husband. Losing her newborn baby, Dagney, in early spring and how 2020 turned out to be a year she would have never predicted.   During this hardship in life, Elizabeth talks about mindset. Never make the struggle smaller or have the mindset of “just get through this.” Her approach has been to let the grief be as big and ugly as it needs to be. “The grief can ride with me, but can’t drive” she states.  Tune in as she really dives into how your thoughts can change your world.    Purchase Change Makers Journal: https://primalpotential.com/change-makers-journal/  Dagny foundation: 5k, June 12 2021 supporting couples who suffer infant loss. Virtual option as well. Walk for Dagny and families who are on the same road of infant loss. Details coming soon.  Elizabeth’s podcast: Primal Potential    You can find me on social media at: www.instagram.com/sarahhein_ultrararelife/ https://www.facebook.com/theultrararelife/ Visit my website: https://www.ultrararelife.com/   Be sure to subscribe and catch my weekly episodes released every Monday

 Here are the things to expect in the episode:Overcoming being the “token fat kid” in the family.The kinds of questions you can ask to help yourself readjust to life’s challenging situations. Being more objective and effective instead of being overdramatic about mistakes.Focusing on the micro and NOT the macro when solving your problems. Dealing with the loss of her first child at the break of COVID.And much more!Instead of focusing on solving the entire year, why not deal with the moment for now? Stay tuned!~About Elizabeth Benton:Elizabeth Benton was depressed, deeply in debt, and obese. As a nutrition expert and educator who binged on junk food every time she put gas in her car, she felt like a fraud and a failure. Desperate to start truly living her life, she decided to believe in her potential rather than her past. She lost 150 pounds, paid off $130,000, and remains debt-free as a successful entrepreneur.Today, Elizabeth is the owner of Primal Potential. Through her platform of podcasts, coaching, and live events, she has fueled her deepest struggles into a burning passion to help people create transformations and live more fulfilled lives.~Connect with Elizabeth Benton:Website: https://primalpotential.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elizabethbenton/Chasing Cupcakes: https://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Cupcakes-Broke-Girl-Transformed/dp/1544501242---Connect with Kamie Lehmann!Website: https://www.kamielehmann.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kamie.lehmann.1LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin

Have you ever had this gnawing feeling that there had to be a reason you were procrastinating doing....well, anything? Have you ever had a gnawing feeling that maybe, just maybe, your weight had more to it than just WHAT you ate? Have you ever wondered what you could do if you just got out of your own way?If you answered yes or maybe to any of those questions, then you'll want to listen to this conversation with Elizabeth Benton. She talks about how she went from a broke, fat girl in debt (her words) who wanted more to actually losing the weight, the debt, and helping others do the same. Spoiler alert, it's so much more simple than you ever thought or wanted to think.Her book, Chasing Cupcakes is available on Amazon here and Audible here. You can sign up for her 12 Weeks to Transformation Self-Study here: https://primalpotential.com/registerYou can connect with Elizabeth on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/elizabethbenton/ and listen to her podcast Primal Potential here: https://primalpotential.com/primal-potential-podcast/If you'd like to connect with the Breaking Labels Podcast or you have a label that you'd love to talk about, please reach out on one of the platforms below:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakinglabelspodcast/Website: https://breakinglabelspodcast.com/Email: rosannagillpr@gmail.comBreaking Labels is proud to partner with Tru Supplements, a brand founded to be the simple, complete and honest solution to the need for high-quality natural supplements. Listeners of the podcast receive 5% off their order of Tru Supplements using the promo code breakinglabels at this link: [http://gettrusupps.com?aff=663]

Today's guest is Valerie Adams. She will drop some serious knowledge nuggets she's picked up in her journey to loving herself and seeing herself as so much more than a woman defined by her size. Make sure to check her out and show her some love on the Breaking Labels Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/breakinglabelspodcast/] and you can also check out her comedy at [https://www.valadamscomedy.com/] and her Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/vafrmva/]Deal of the day: 5% off your Tru Supplements purchase using this link [http://gettrusupps.com?aff=663] and the promo code: breakinglabelsResources Referenced in the episode:Podcast: Losing 100 Pounds with Corinne (Host is Corinne Crabtree)Book: Chasing Cupcakes by Elizabeth Benton [https://primalpotential.com/work-with-me/] Elizabeth Benton also has an amazing podcast called Primal Potential that I highly recommend as well.Also, if you write a review please take a screen shot of it and either send it to in a DM to the Podcast Instagram or email it to me at [Rosannagillpr@gmail.com]

You guys have awesome questions this morning including: How do you manage your daily calendar for success? Do you include hour by hour planning? How do you fold your new habits into this cake set when you are practicing new habits and habit stacking? I have only listened to the one excuses podcast but I have failed so many times I just don't know how I can change. I just bought Chasing Cupcakes and am hoping that will help shed more light. How can I understand my purpose in life? What is your opinion on screen time ? How do I find the commitment to start? How do you know what diet or lifestyle change is best for you and your body type? What is the best "first step" in forming a healthy lifestyle?

From Elizabeth Benton's book Chasing Cupcakes. email me at thedailyreadpodcast@gmail.com

Topics of discussion: include mindset for making changes, weight loss, dealing with unexpected tragedy, intention, getting long-term results, positive self-talk Notes: What do tragic loss, food and finances have in common? They all require mindset in order to navigate through. If you have ever felt like an imposter, putting on a positive social veneer to cover up your fears or protect others from weakness then you will benefit from this. Author Elizabeth Benton teaches us to put our energy towards to solutions rather than giving more energy to the problem. Listen as she breaks down the big picture into practical daily steps that we can put into action. Elizabeth shares her own emotional eating story with being the “token fat kid” in her family. Her experience helps us recognize the stories that we have been telling ourselves. This content is powerful to learn how to make sustainable long-term changes rather than following the latest fad. Get the most out of your money, time and effort by approaching the route of your limitations rather than applying a temporary band-aid. Links: Primal Potential podcast https://primalpotential.com/primal-potential-podcast/ Social Media  @ElizabethBenton Book: https://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Cupcakes-Broke-Girl-Transformed-ebook/dp/B07LCCH7YC/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=HPWHTB4X4EDU&dchild=1&keywords=chasing+cupcakes&qid=1602458036&sprefix=chasing+cupcakes%2Caps%2C178&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzSUVUNktBQzM2NEgmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAxMDExMTdXREM4MEQ4QVQ2VjkmZW5jcnlwdGVkQWRJZD1BMDQ3MjYxOTNGQldZQkZFUUJZV0wmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl Health by Design:  www.healthbydesignfl.com https://www.facebook.com/HealthByDesignFL/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0-dIX7KXSr9t4HK-f69Lfg https://www.instagram.com/healthbydesignfl/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthbydesignfl/

In This EpisodeDo you ever have a moment when you meet someone, a fellow traveler on their grief journey, and you know immediately you’re going to be friends?Well that’s how I felt the first time Elizabeth Benton and I spoke. Her warmth, thoughtfulness and tenderness shone through.Elizabeth is a successful entrepreneur, owner of Primal Potential. An inspirational author of the book Chasing Cupcakes. Host of the wildly popular Primal Potential Podcast. She is passionate about using her own experiences of transformation to help others.She is a wife. She is a friend. And she is a grieving mother who is opening up about the recent loss of her 2 week old daughter Dagney at the beginning of the COVID19 Pandemic. She is sharing her story with all of us, because like me, she believes if we’re going to show up in community and love one another through the pain of loss, we have to speak openly and honestly about it all. About The Host As founder of Reimagining Grief, I’m on a mission to help you find language when you’re at a loss for words. I am changing the narratives of grief. In addition to hosting this podcast, I offer 1:1 grief support, Grief-Smart Workplace Consulting, a unique line of Empathy Cards, and I work as a freelance speaker and writer on the topics of grief, loss and empathy for many outlets including as a VIP contributor to Thrive Global. Learn more by visiting www.reimagininggrief.com and follow my journey on social media @reimagininggrief. If you like this series, please make sure to leave a rating and write a review TODAY on Apple Podcasts.With gratitude,Lisa Keefauver, MSW See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You've heard me talk about the book *Chasing Cupcakes* ( https://podclick.me/chasingcupcakes ) , well today I HAVE THE AUTHOR and she does not disappoint. *Elizabeth Benten* ( https://primalpotential.com/about/ ) just has this non-nonsense way of explaining things that is like "Tough Love" with a layer of icing to make it a little sweeter (but still have you saying, "Oh yeah, that makes sense). We talk about: Dealing with childhood obesity Finding trustworthy information (or should you) Dealing with your past (and how to move past it) How she found the persistence to lose 150 lbs. I really, really, love her book Chasing Cupcakes and if you want to hear her read it for free go to *www.logicalloss.com/freebook* ( http://www.logicalloss.com/freebook ) to get it on Audible. Also check out her website *www.primalpotential.com* ( http://www.primalpotential.com/ ) where you can: Find her podcast Classes on Nutrition, Barrier Breaking, Daily Mindset Upgrades, or hire her as your coach. Check out her before and after pictures at https://primalpotential.com/about/ (scroll down to see them) ----------------- *Dave's Weigh In* ----------------- I'm struggling to find time to exercise and lying to myself that picking up moving boxes (keeps me active) is the same as exercise. It's not the same thing. Consequently, I'm up to 227 from 225. ------------------------------------ Join Our Private Accountability Club ------------------------------------ We have motivation Monday, Weigh In Wednesday, and more. It's only $5/month (17 cents a day!) go to www.logicallosers.com ( http://www.logicallosers.com ) ------------------------- Mentioned In This Episode ------------------------- *Chasing Cupcakes* ( https://podclick.me/chasingcupcakes ) *- on Amazon* *Get it for free on Audible* ( www.logicalloss.com/freebook ) Elizabeth's Website http://www.primalpotential.com/ *The Logical Loser's* ( http://www.logicallosers.com ) Accountability Club

I ‘found’ Elizabeth Benton through listening to her incredible book, “Chasing Cupcakes”. I was hooked and knew I would want to follow her on social media after reading the book. Little did I know I would end up in the same business mastermind!    She is the very successful owner of Primal Potential, an online coaching business, and highly sought out podcast. Elizabeth has one hell of a story and this is an episode you will not want to miss.  Elizabeth on IG Amy on IG Amy on Facebook

I am again inspired by the book *Chasing Cupcakes* ( https://podclick.me/chasingcupcakes ). It's one of my favorite books. It had a really good part about setting expectations and pushing one when you want to quit. -------------------- July 4th Set My Back -------------------- There was pie and a 3 lb weight gain. I was like, "WHAY?!?" but there it was. This undid about two weeks worth of focusing on weight loss. All gone in one day. It seems weight loss is so hard. -------------------------------- Think of Weight Loss Like a Bank -------------------------------- How do you save money? One dollar at a time. There is an article that explains taking a penny that doubles every day or a million dollars now. You want to take the penny. ( *see article* ( https://thecollegeinvestor.com/17145/would-you-rather-have-a-penny-that-doubles-each-day-for-a-month-or-1-million/ ) ) . You don't wake up some day and go "Wow, I'm rich." You've worked at it over time, and made good choices. In the same way one workout does not make you fit. One healthy meal does not mean you're going to drop lbs tomorrow. You are putting deposits into the bank of fitness and over time with consistent deposits, that compound over time (improving your muscles which burn more calories) eventually you will wake up and go, "Hey who is that in the mirror?" ----------------------- Don't Quit on a Bad Day ----------------------- I heard this from three different sources this week, so I knew I had to include it in the podcast. Don't quit on a bad day (I heard this in the book *Chasing Cupcakes* ( https://podclick.me/chasingcupcakes ) *as well as from a friend.)* Instead of quitting on a bad day, wait until a good day when you are in a better frame of mind (and also are less likely to quit). Focus on your next choice, and make it a good one. ----------------------------- First Impression of the Lumen ----------------------------- There is a say you can't manage what you don't track. There is a device that can now measure your metabolism by analyzing your breath. It's called the Lumen. I just started using it this week. I love how well it is put together and packaged. It's super easy to use, and the app (both android and iOs) walks you through using the device and explaining your results. The device is based on proven science and by breathing into the device it measures if you're burning more carbs or fat. I love how focused they are on delivering accurate data so you can make informed choices. I'm looking forward to using it going forward to see what I can learn. see www.logicalloss.com/lumen

I'm listening to the book Chasing Cupcakes by Elizabeth Benton and it's a really good book. If you find yourself starring at the fridge when you're not hungry, this book is for you.  WEIGH-IN I'm proud to announce that I'm down to 227 (1 lb since my last episode).  WORDS MATTER If you are somewhere where you can write, start a list of all the things you think you CAN'T do, and then start a list of things you CAN do. If you're like me, the CAN'T far exceeds the cans. We just love to beat ourselves up. We're good at it as we practice all the time.  Elizabeth makes a great point in her book. If words don't matter (as we often blow off our self deprecating humor) then go in and write "YOU SUCK" on the mirror before your kids get up so they see it EVERY DAY.  NOBODY would do that to their kid, but yet we say all sorts of negative things to ourselves EVERY DAY. Elizabeth says we need to quit listening to ourselves and instead start talking to ourselves.  Over the years I've gone from thinking affirmations are "Woo-woo" to "I think these are helping" and with this example, I TOTALLY GET why affirmations work.  If you're new to Audible you can get the book FOR FREE. If you don't like it return it. If you like it but don't want a subscription, cancel and keep the book. MORE INFORMATION I'm a big fan of the ThinkUp App (for both iOs and Android)  WHY THOUGHTS ARE SO IMPORTANT Thoughts Drive Choices Choices repeated turn into Habits Your habits create Results Your results inform your beliefs Your beliefs generate more of the thoughts that drive choices, that drive habits, that drive results that drive beliefs. Thought: "I have no will power." Choice: You eat when you're not hungry Habit: Eating at all hours of the day (hungry or not) Result: Weight gain, self-loathing. That loathing leads to more negative thoughts.  QUIT LISTENING TO YOURSELF AND START TALKING TO YOURSELF When you start to recognize those negative thoughts, talk back to them, and you will slowly change those negative thoughts.  I'm a big fan of the ThinkUp App (for both iOs and Android)  Logical Losers Get 25 Weight Loss Affirmations Become a Logical Loser by going to www.logicallosers.com and get a safe support group 9on Facebook) that helps hold us accountable. Be around people like you going through the same struggles. Be part of motivation Mondays. Weigh-in Wednesdays. Thankful Thursday and more items to help keep you on track. It's only $5 a month and keeps the show going.  See www.logicallosers.com 

We need to keep motivated as we wait for season two of the biggest loser. (https://www.usanetwork.com/the-biggest-loser/blog/bonus-scene-biggest-loser-contestants-talk-fun-side-of-getting-fit) on their website. I found it interesting that more than one contestant did self deprecating humor (I do this too). I'm listening to a book called Chasing Cupcakes that really helps you work on the mental challenges of weight loss. We so often insert limiting beliefs based on our past. The past is THE PAST. Don't let your past come back into your present or it will sabotage your future. Check out the audio book on Audible (you can (https://amzn.to/37UmA5A) . Support this podcast

Today I talk about coming back from a "Health Hissy Fit." It sure looks like I know what my winning combination is, and yet here I am two weeks later and I'm at the weight I was two weeks ago.  I did gain some weight, and so I lost some weight to get back to where I started.  Hissy Fits are a bad idea. I don't recommend.  PERSISTENCE I found some great quotes about persistence:   “Success is stumbling from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm.” ― Winston S. Churchill   “Do not fear failure but rather fear not trying.” ― Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart   “The three great essentials to achieve anything worthwhile are, first, hard work; second, stick-to-itiveness; third, common sense.” ― Thomas A. Edison   “Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan Press On! has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race.” ― Calvin Coolidge NEW WALKING APP If you love stats then you will love Walkmeter (they also have apps for bike riding and running). see  https://abvio.com/  I love that I can have what appears to be a speedometer which makes it easy to see if my heart rate is where I want it to be (I realize I could just start the heart rate app). The app is $10/year. I love stats.  BECOME A LOGICAL LOSER $5/month to join a safe place to talk about your weight loss struggles and hold yourself accountable. see www.logicallosers.com Chasing Cupcakes is a new book I'm going to be listening to at Audible. Check it out at http://logicalloss.com/freebook  

On today’s episode, we are talking about how we often spend more time focusing on the problem instead of the solution. I recently read a great book about weight loss from Elizabeth Benton called Chasing Cupcakes. She talks a lot about this and it really hit home with me. We often spend so much time […] The post ILP 43: Solutions appeared first on Tammy Helfrich.

On today’s episode, we are talking about how we often spend more time focusing on the problem instead of the solution. I recently read a great book about weight loss from Elizabeth Benton called Chasing Cupcakes. She talks a lot about this and it really hit home with me. We often spend so much time […] The post ILP 43: Solutions appeared first on Tammy Helfrich.

Do you feel frustrated with the changes you haven't made yet? Do you know what to do, but you're just not doing it consistently? If you doubt your ability to change, allow Elizabeth Benton to help you change your mindset.Elizabeth--a nutrition and transformation expert and the owner of Primal Potential--joins Matthew to discuss obesity, relationships, and other personal values and how to use mindset tools to promote the things you really want but get in your own way of achieving.This interview presents an excellent sample and showcase of the power of Elizabeth's clear, coherent, and deep thinking. Learn more about her platform of podcasts, coaching, and live events (and her book!), and see whether she might be just the coach you're looking for to make lasting, life-enhancing change. Matthew and Elizabeth also share a moving discussion on the shattering grief Elizabeth is currently experiencing in her life and how she is dealing with it. You'll have to listen to the interview to appreciate the depth of her tragedy and to admire the courage she exudes and the penetrating perspective she offers.You may learn more about Elizabeth and Primal Potential at:Primal Potential: https://primalpotential.com/Instagram: @elizabethbentonhttps://www.instagram.com/elizabethbenton/Chasing Cupcakes (book): https://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Cupcakes-Broke-Girl-Transformed/dp/1544501242Watch this interview on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ydr8CzVunDULearn more about Mr. Bright Side at https://matthewboulton.ca/ or https://www.facebook.com/matthewboulton.ca/

A new month means another episode of our special Q&A where we go over all kinds of feedback and criticism from our listeners - the good, the bad, and the ugly. We do this so we could tackle the importance of processing the critical and unkind things we sometimes "hear". It's going to be a meaningful episode! This Saturday's winner gets a box of Energy+! https://www.myamareglobal.com/30968/EnergyPlus Be the winner of our next giveaway by leaving a review of the podcast on our Apple Podcasts page, leaving a review of Chasing Cupcakes on Amazon, and/or following and tagging us on Facebook and Instagram and letting us know about your favorite episode of the show!  

Have you been struggling with the same issue for years? Have you tried every available solution, but nothing seems to stick? If so, the problem is less about skill set and more about mindset. What if you let go of those past failures and started fresh in this moment? Do you have ONE good choice in you right now?   Elizabeth Benton is the author of Chasing Cupcakes: How One Broke, Fat Girl Transformed Her Life (And How You Can, Too) and the creator of Primal Potential, a platform designed to help people make lasting change and live more fulfilled lives. Elizabeth’s podcast, coaching program and live events focus on making the mindset shift necessary to get out of your own way and get results. On this episode of Destined to Be, Elizabeth joins us to share the AHA moment when she realized that mindset was at the root of her struggle with food and weight, discussing the small steps she took to make one slight improvement at a time. She explains her past-is-NOT-prologue approach to overcoming the stories we tell ourselves and challenges us to conquer the false belief that we lack self-control. Listen in for insight into how Elizabeth has maintained her health in the face of challenging circumstances and get her top 3 tools for navigating a high-performance life! Key Takeaways Why Elizabeth wrote Chasing Cupcakes to help people make lasting change The AHA moment Elizabeth realized that mindset was at the root of her struggle with food + weight The first step Elizabeth took to make one slight improvement in her health Elizabeth’s past-is-NOT-prologue approach to overcoming the stories we tell ourselves The false beliefs we have around lacking control How Elizabeth has maintained a healthy lifestyle by recognizing periods of push and patience Elizabeth’s top 3 self-care modalities for navigating a high-performance life Questions Journaling Meditation How the desire to tell her story inspired Elizabeth to create Primal Potential Connect with Elizabeth Primal Potential Primal Potential Podcast Elizabeth on Instagram Connect with Jeremiah & Mallory Destined to Be Jeremiah on LinkedIn Jeremiah on Facebook Jeremiah on Instagram Mallory on Instagram Resources Chasing Cupcakes: How One Broke, Fat Girl Transformed Her Life (and How You Can, Too) by Elizabeth Benton 12 Weeks to Transformation Nutrition Fundamentals Primal Potential Events

In today's Q&A listeners episode, we're opening a conversation on emotional burdens and how they're an important part of the journey. This episode's winner gets a Vanilla GBX protein! https://www.myamareglobal.com/30968/GBXProtein Here's the list of the questions from our listeners that we're discussing this Saturday: Can you talk about making "big" decisions? For example, when EB decided to invest in the business Mastermind group, what were the thoughts and processes? I know you have touched on this somewhat in various podcasts, but I'd love for you to take us back to the moment you signed on. How to keep doing what you need to do for yourself when you’re living in perpetual stress (a sick parent, an alcoholic husband, a wayward child, etc)? How can we trust that everything will be okay? I lost weight and then gained it all back. I feel embarrassed and although I know I did it once so I can do it again it feels so much harder. I’m really struggling with body image issues which also makes things harder because of the negative self-talk. How not to carry an emotional burden, when bad or unfair things have happened to you? Or is it okay to feel/react on those occasions? This might sound really stupid, but hopefully, you'll understand what I'm after. Like if someone just treats you really bad, and it genuinely hurts, and you know that you should not react, but it feels unhumanly Teflon-like not to react or feel bad. Can you just have/live the emotions, and still stay on course/be okay? This is one of my biggest struggles. We have the winner for today's giveaway at the end of the episode! They get a Vanilla GBX protein: https://www.myamareglobal.com/30968/GBXProtein Be the winner of our next giveaway by leaving a review of the podcast on our Apple Podcasts page, or leaving a review of Chasing Cupcakes, or by following or tagging us on Instagram or Facebook and tell us about your favorite episode of the show. Send us your questions here! We'd love to answer them in our next Q&A episodes.

It always helps to figure out first in which area in your life that you could insert DISCIPLINE a little more! Be specific with what outcome you want, work on it every day, and stick with it. The highlight of this Saturday's Q&A episode is discipline and how you could incorporate it into your life. Join us as we tackle the topic! Today's winner gets a bottle of Probiotics! Here's the list of questions we're discussing in this episode: Can you talk about discipline? You always hear that you should be “the dumbest” person in your group in order to elevate and grow. I get the concept. But how do you find that in real life? I have some great long-time friends... that I’m keeping but I keep thinking I should do more and find an additional group? Not easy to do at my age and introvert tendencies. The pictures on my online dating profile are from when I was 30 pounds lighter, which I gained in the last couple of months due to stress and lack of focus. Should I disclose that I’ve gained weight or should I update the pics (which I haven’t been taking pics) or should I pause online dating until I get my shit together? Why can't I stop eating? I've listened to hundreds of EB's podcasts. I'm in therapy and I've lost 80 lbs over 2 years... and I still can't stop eating/bingeing and keep regaining my weight. I still have 100 lbs to lose. We announce the winner of Probiotics at the end of the episode! Here's the Primal Potential Facebook group mentioned in the episode. We're excited to have you there! There are three simple ways to win: leave a review on our Apple Podcasts page, or leave a review of Chasing Cupcakes, or you can even follow and tag me on Instagram or Facebook and share with us your favorite episode of the show. You can send us your questions here!

Acknowledging that you do have limiting beliefs is the very first step toward getting past them. This Saturday we're talking about the challenge in it and why it's very important to do! We're giving away Klassy Glasses gift card in today's episode! https://lddy.no/9te8 Here are the questions we're answering this Saturday: How do I change my limiting beliefs? How can you decrease inflammation in your body? What are the best natural sources of probiotics? What is an appropriate serving to maintain gut health? Why do I continually make poor food choices even when I know better? Does Elizabeth do 1:1 virtual nutrition counseling? I am overwhelmed by all the diet information out there and would be very interested in this. Today's giveaway winner gets a Klassy Glasses gift card! You can use the coupon code PRIMAL when you purchase a pair of glasses! https://lddy.no/9te8 Be the winner of our next giveaway! Just don't forget to leave a review of the Primal Potential podcast on our Apple Podcasts page, let us know what you think about Chasing Cupcakes on Amazon, and follow us on Facebook and Instagram and tag us to share your favorite episode of the program! We'd love to read all of it! Got any questions for us? You can submit them here.

Today's episode is a mix of conversations on mindset, motivation, and self-awareness! These factors are the paths to YES and it's important that you focus on them. Join us as we tackle this on this Q&A episode! Here's the link we mentioned in the episode to get a free 30-day trial of Audible and your 1st book free: audibletrial.com/primalpotential Today's winner gets a box of EnergyPlus! We're answering these questions in today's episode: How do you get your fasting blood sugar so low? What choices can I make to be a positive me? Consistency is something that I battle with. I start strong but then the motivation fades. What can I do to maintain that motivation? What are the examples of identity journaling questions? Why do I keep repeating the same old habits? How do I keep my daily intake low in carbs but still take in 21g of fiber??? Win our next giveaways by leaving a review of the Primal Potential podcast on our Apple Podcasts page, leaving a review of  Chasing Cupcakes on Amazon, and/or tagging us on Facebook and Instagram and share with us your favorite episode of the program! The winner of today's giveaway gets a box of EnergyPlus! You can send us your questions here!

It's a listener Q&A episode! We're focusing on one of those "hard pills to swallow" and that is the fact that emotional eating doesn't really soothe anything. In this episode we're discussing the difference between finding a distraction and creating solution. Today's giveaway winner gets $20 gift card to Butcher Box! This Saturday we're answering these questions: How do I get myself to consistently lean toward more positive, productive, thought processes? How do you stop using food to soothe hurts? How can I save money in a way that doesn’t make me feel stressed? How can I keep myself on a schedule? How do you start a meditation habit? I have heard you mention a few times that you have a goal this year of (I’m summarizing here, please forgive as it’s been a while since I heard you talk about it) creating more meaningful connections, better relationships, and being less task focused when it comes to your boyfriend. Something like this, right? Do you talk about this in more depth anywhere? I can totally relate to this and it is definitely an area in my life that I can improve. Wanting to know and learn more about what you’re doing. Found out today's winner of Butcher Box at the end of the episode! Here's how you can win our giveaways: leave a review of the Primal Potential podcast on our Apple Podcasts page, let us know about what you think of Chasing Cupcakes on Amazon, and/or tag us on Facebook and Instagram and let us know about your favorite episode of the program! Got questions for us? Send them here!

One of the topics we're focusing on in this Saturday's Q&A is NUMBERS - the thing you see on the scale, on your bank account, or on anything else that contributes to your life and mindset. How do you face these figures? What does 'avoidance isn't refuge' mean when it comes to these numbers? Join us as we tackle the topic in this episode! Here's the complete list of questions we're answering today: I would love your opinion on tracking body composition and weight. I'm working with a counselor who wants me to avoid numbers altogether, as she thinks I try to over-control these variables. However, I believe that avoiding these numbers is hiding from them. You once said "avoidance isn't refuge" in the 12WT and it's always stuck with me. I think it's important to train myself to be able to face the numbers and have an objective, non-dramatic response to them regardless of what they are. I also think it's important to have an objective measure of progress so I can re-evaluate whether or not what I'm doing is working. On the other hand, I also feel a reasonable amount of stress at the thought of letting go of numerical measures of progress altogether, so maybe she's onto something. What are your thoughts? What are some physically actionable activities to ride out cravings? How do I stop self-sabotage and procrastination from keeping me from identifying what I truly want in my life? I'd love to hear tips for facing the plateau- after sustained effort, there is a point where the scale seems stuck- (or broken!) How do you maintain focus to have the positive belief that it will happen with sustained effort? What’s your thoughts on nut consumption? I absolutely love them, so if you are pro-nut, when would Be the best time to eat them and with what? Today's giveaway winner gets a bottle of mood+! We announce the winner at the end of the episode! We have a giveaway every Saturday! Here's how you can join and win: Leave a review of the podcast on our Apple Podcasts page, Leave a review of Chasing Cupcakes on Amazon Tag us on Facebook and Instagram and let us know about your favorite episode of the program! Here's the Primal Potential Facebook page we talked about in the episode. Do you have any questions that you would like us to answer in the next listener Q&A? You can submit it here!

Taking action isn't the same as creating a solution. Respond to a problem isn't the same as solving it. Are you exhausting yourself with fruitless effort? I want us all to commit to making this a year of ACTION instead of a year of learning. Let's make this a year of CHANGE. If you need a little fire about taking action, this is the episode for you! https://primalpotential.com/706/ Order a Signed Copy of Chasing Cupcakes - only 100 available! You'll also get a copy of our Identity Journal! Order an unsigned copy or get your copy on Kindle or Audible! If you shop through audibletrial.com/primalpotential you can get your 1st month with Audible AND your first book free! Join the Free Primal Potential FB group!

As we usher in the new year, we're doing something new in today's episode! This Saturday we're diving into the great feedback we have received as well as the more critical or personal ones, that can be tough to process. By doing this once a month, we hope to welcome deeper and more open conversations on perspective, communication, and the ability to let things go. It's also our goal to take you with us on the nitty-gritty of the podcast - from the thought process to the decision-making - and WHY we do what we do! Join us as we tackle these interesting topics in today's episode! We announce this week's lucky winner of Energy+ at the end of the episode! Make sure to stay tuned for that. Be the winner of our next giveaway by leaving a review of the Primal Potential podcast on our Apple Podcasts page, letting us know about what you think of Chasing Cupcakes on Amazon, and/or by tagging us on Facebook and Instagram to share your favorite episode of the program!

It's time for a Q&A episode! Today it's all about the motivation that comes from the inside and the motivation that is generated from external factors. How do they differ and why is it important to focus on striving to have the motivation that comes from the inside? We have the answers in this episode! For the 700th episode, we're having 7 giveaways! We're giving away 2 Fabletics gift cards, 2 bottles of digestive enzymes, 2 bottles of probiotics, and 1 signed copy of Chasing Cupcakes! All winners will be chosen from listeners who will leave a review of the Primal Potential podcast on our Apple Podcasts page AND listeners who will tag Elizabeth on Facebook and Instagram to share their favorite episode of the program! Announcement of winners is on January 7th and 9th! Registration for the 12 Weeks to Transformation - Winter is closing in a few days! Join the waitlist now! Here's the list of the questions we're answering in this Saturday episode: Love your podcast! What episode do you recommend someone starting out to listen to first? How do I start to generate the motivation inside me instead of depending on it from outside? How to get yourself to actually, consistently do the work needed? How do I give up what I want today for the long term goal? I struggle with time management with 4 young kiddos that I stay home full time with and trying to start my own business. I guess time management advice. We're having 7 giveaways to celebrate the 700th episode! We're giving away 2 Fabletics gift cards, 2 bottles of digestive enzymes, 2 bottles of probiotics, and 1 signed copy of Chasing Cupcakes! All winners will be chosen from listeners who will leave a review of the Primal Potential podcast on our Apple Podcasts page AND listeners who will tag Elizabeth on Facebook and Instagram to share their favorite episode of the program! Announcement of winners is on January 7th and 9th! Registration for the 12 Weeks to Transformation - Winter is closing in a couple of days! Join the waitlist now!

Mindset plays a huge role in transformation. It is where it all STARTS. In today's Q&A episode we're covering important questions that come up when talking about mindset! Here's the list of questions we're tackling today: How to turn my positive intentions into reality? What can I do or practice when I catch myself getting stuck in my own head? How do you change your mindset to where you don’t let the external and internal chatter trigger you? Can you talk about self-sabotage? The problem I have is that my boss at work keeps finding fault with my work and I think and worry about this constantly. I go over and over it in my head and dread going to work. I would value your advice on this, please. Why does my mind hate my body? Today's giveaway winner receives Fabletics gift card! They just added outerwear and I love all of it. So whether it’s bras, socks, leggings, tops, sweatshirts or really awesome winter coats and jackets, I am a huge fan! I actually want to get a couple of their puffy vests. fabletics.com/primalpotential Welcome 2020 by joining the 12 Weeks to Transformation - Winter! Registration is officially open! We have giveaways every Saturday! There are three simple ways to win: leave a review on our Apple Podcasts page, or leave a review of Chasing Cupcakes, or you can even follow and tag me on Instagram or Facebook and tell me about your favorite episode of the show.

It's time for a Q&A episode! We are answering your questions about comparison, judgement and so much more! Here's the list of the questions we're diving into today: How do I stop widening the gap? Even when I know inaction is the issue but I do it anyway. (To understand this question, please listen to episode 683 of the podcast) How would you describe your best day? How do I learn to not care what other people think, or not compare myself with someone else's journey? Any specific dietary suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I am so confused by ALL the information available- I just shut it down due to overload. I would like some practical, reasonable approaches, especially for any snacks, etc. I’ve lost weight through a program and am now trying to succeed on my own. How do I successfully transition and not backslide? We're giving away a box of turmeric latte from Four Sigmatic! We announce the winner at the end of the episode so watch out for that! To learn more about Four Sigmatic and to get a coupon code, check them out here. Get on the wait list and learn more about our Winter 12 Weeks to Transformation! Be the next winner of our giveaway! It's very easy - just leave a review on our Apple Podcasts page, or leave a review of Chasing Cupcakes, or you can even tag me on Instagram or Facebook and share with me your favorite episode of the show! See you around!  

She speaks in sound bites that are almost as delicious as the cupcakes she once chased... you'll be hitting pause and reaching for a notebook for this interview, so buckle up for a fun ride with Elizabeth Benton, host of the crazy successful podcast, Primal Potential. I'm missing out on my life. What's wrong with me? If that's ever crossed your mind, and if you know there's more to life than what you've been living, "Chasing Cupcakes" is for you.It sucks to acknowledge that you are what's keeping you from the life you want. You sacrifice what you want most for what you want in the moment. You know everything you're supposed to do, and yet you feel stuck--limited by your past, overwhelmed by your future--in a purgatory of your own behavior. After decades of feeling trapped by this mindset, Elizabeth Benton shifted her whole life by proving her own stories wrong. In this book, Elizabeth will help you live a new story, in which you can, you will, and you already have everything you need to make it happen. See our Guest Offerings at SelfTalkRadioShow.com

Can we change everything about ourselves or are there some things we just need to accept? This is one of many topics we're diving into today on this Q&A episode of the podcast! I know that if you think you're an emotional eater that is what you'll live like. But: what if that's what you really are? And what about being stubborn? Is that a characteristic that is really you or what? Can you really change everything you want or is it that sometimes you need to just accept that that is who you are? How do I push myself to get to my goal? Are values and standards the same thing? My knees hurt, I'm 80 lbs over weight, but my doctor told me I should exercise. I'm working 2 jobs and am in graduate school full time, I'm barely getting my 7 hours of sleep a it is. What can I do? I was wondering if you had any suggestions for adult acne? Can it be cured through one's diet? Today we're giving away a bottle of Mood+! You can enter to win our weekly prizes in any or all of the following 3 ways: Leave a rating and review of the Primal Potential podcast in Apple Podcasts Leave a review of Chasing Cupcakes on Amazon Tag me on IG or FB with your fave Primal Potential episode or something you've learned from the show!

How do you manage stress? What are the most effective ways? Today we're tackling that & other listener questions including the best way to find a boyfriend! Here are the specific questions and topics we're diving into today: How do you manage stress? How can I stop getting discouraged by how slow this process is? What is the best way to meet a boyfriend? Why is it that you can be disciplined and motivated on some things but not others, even when you really want to meet that goal? I realized I don’t really have any systems and I think it adds a lot of stress to my days! My question (maybe for a Saturday show) how do you go about setting up/creating systems?? How can I stop leaning on wine to deal with stress? Calories v. Hormones: which is truly most important for fat loss? Just out of curiosity, are you a believer in Christ? If you have a question for us to tackle on the podcast, you can submit it here! Here's the Mood product we discussed on the podcast. If you don't have Chasing Cupcakes, you can get it here.

Elizabeth Benton is the author of her book, Chasing Cupcakes and coach for her company Primal Potential.  Her story is inspiring- she was depressed, deeply in debt, and obese. She would binge on junk food every time she put gas in her car, but was working as a nutrition expert.  She felt like a fraud and a failure. Desperate to start truly living her life, she decided to believe in her potential rather than her past. She lost 150 pounds and paid off $130,000. Today, Elizabeth is the owner of Primal Potential. Through her platform of podcasts, coaching, and live events, she has fueled her deepest struggles into a burning passion to help people create transformations and live more fulfilled lives. She believes that transformation is possible, and her actions show it!  This show is a lot about changing the way we talk to ourselves.  We talked about how she got out of her rut and pointed herself in a sustainable direction to achieve her goals.  There's a lot of inspiring messages in this podcast and I think you'll really enjoy it.    Topics Discussed in the Podcast  how she created habits to make weight loss stick why change is hard dealing with shame erasing self-sabotage does willpower work? Listen Now         Resources Follow Elizabeth on Instagram Elizabeth's Primal Potential website ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Support the Show If you would like to support the growth of my show, I'd love your contribution on.  Patreon.  The current production of this free show is primarily supported out of my own pocket and a small portion is covered through the donations on Patreon. With my Patreon page, you can donate directly to the show which will help me cover the costs and help it grow! Even 4 bucks a month- the cost of one coffee per month helps a LOT! Thanks, I really appreciate your support!         ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Don't Miss an Episode: Subscribe!                                                                   

Today we're talking fear of failure, fear of trying again and creating change after failure. It's another Q&A episode with EB and Sarah! Here are the questions we're tackling in today's episode: How do you get motivated if you haven't had much positive stuff in your life? How does being older impact one's ability to create change? Am I the only one to feel afraid to try something new after failing? If you had to summarize your coaching style, how would you describe it? I’m loving the audible version of Chasing Cupcakes - would love to get a print version so that I can journal through the questions - is there a .pdf accompaniment to the audible version of the book? How do I stop eating my feelings? Why am I afraid of being alone? Looking to register for the 12 Weeks to Transformation? Let's go! Now is the time! Today's episode is brought to you by Fabletics! Shop now and save big through fabletics.com/primalpotential/  

It's another listener Q&A episode! I absolutely love diving into your questions, concerns and challenges so keep them coming! And don't forget that you can enter to win our Saturday show prizes by: leaving a review of the podcast on Apple Podcasts leaving a review of Chasing Cupcakes on Amazon Sharing a favorite episode or major takeaway from the podcast on FB or Instagram Here are the questions we're tackling in today's episode: How did you get out of debt? How do you deal with overwhelming thought of I must change everything at one time? I have made changes to my diet. I am eating healthy, exercising and I still can't lose weight. What or where should I start first? I am 47, should I start with blood work to check my hormones? I wish I could join the 12 week transformation class now but it’s in progress right now. I really would like to get started now. What would you recommend I do? Do you have any other program/coaching that I could start? How the HECK do I get out of my slump I've been in for all my life? It's just gradually gotten worse and my accountability has declined, and my husband is supportive but he's not a motivator. How do I keep my accountability and motivation up high? Want to learn more about working with me in the 12 Weeks to Transformation? Get on the wait list for our Fall session! Registration opens soon! Today's episode is brought to you by Fabletics and today's winner is getting a $20 Fabletics gift card! Today I bought myself the Ultra High Waisted Solid PureLuxe Pants. Hellllllo functional and comfortable, especially during my pregnancy! When you shop through fabletics.com/primalpotential you'll get 2 pairs of leggings for $24!

On today's show, Elizabeth Benton returns! She's a podcaster, author, blogger, and all around amazing person! They talk to her about her birth, an overweight child, horrific advice from doctors, podcasting, a stable philosophy, a pregnancy, a snowmobile in the desert, raising daughters, food is not good or bad it's a choice, being vibrant, body image, her book -- Chasing Cupcakes, health metrics, and her birthday [July 12]. Before they talk to Elizabeth, Mark and Rick talk about a trash can, Rick's laugh, and Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure. Thanks for listening! STUFF THEY TALK ABOUT: https://primalpotential.com/ ( https://primalpotential.com/ ) Chasing Cupcakes (Amazon) ( https://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Cupcakes-Broke-Girl-Transformed/dp/1544501242 ) simplyhumanlifestyle.com ( http://simplyhumanlifestyle.com/ ) The Simply Human Kids page ( http://simplyhumanlifestyle.com/simplyhumankids ) The Simply Human MOMS page ( http://simplyhumanlifestyle.com/simply-human-moms/ ) The Simply Human YouTube channel ( http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbJ0Q0GzEPzvFWDWTM-kvhw ) The Simply Human Facebook page ( http://facebook.com/simplyhumanlifestyle ) Subscribe to the Simply Human Podcast ( https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-simply-human-podcast/id722924013 ) on iTunes Listen to the Podcast on Stitcher ( http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/simply-human-podcast/the-simply-human-podcast?refid=stpr ) simplyhumanlifestyle@gmail.com simplyhumanrick@gmail.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-simply-human-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

These listener Q&As are some of my favorites! Today Sarah and I are diving into so much stuff including: Feeling blah and losing your zest for life High cholesterol What my first courses looked like and how they have changed Dealing with "bad supervisors" or difficult people Maintaining your "ideal" body size Daily coaching audios Knowing what your gut needs Self-doubt & insecurity I also recommend Chasing Cupcakes in today's episode - if you haven't read it, I'd love for you to give it a go and let me know what you think! To get on the wait list for the Fall 12 Weeks to Transformation, click here!

An excerpt from the book Chasing Cupcakes by Elizabeth Benton. Episode 1303: An Excerpt from Chasing Cupcakes by Elizabeth Benton on 4 Steps To Improve Your Self-Esteem Elizabeth Benton was depressed, deeply in debt, and obese. As a nutrition expert and educator who binged on junk food every time she put gas in her car, she felt like a fraud and a failure. Desperate to start truly living her life, she decided to believe in her potential rather than her past. She lost 150 pounds, paid off $130,000, and remains debt-free as a successful entrepreneur. Today, Elizabeth is the owner of Primal Potential. Through her platform of podcasts, coaching, and live events, she has fueled her deepest struggles into a burning passion to help people create transformations and live more fulfilled lives. Learn more about the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Cupcakes-Broke-Girl-Transformed/dp/1544501277/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An excerpt from the book Chasing Cupcakes by Elizabeth Benton. Episode 1303: An Excerpt from Chasing Cupcakes by Elizabeth Benton on 4 Steps To Improve Your Self-Esteem Elizabeth Benton was depressed, deeply in debt, and obese. As a nutrition expert and educator who binged on junk food every time she put gas in her car, she felt like a fraud and a failure. Desperate to start truly living her life, she decided to believe in her potential rather than her past. She lost 150 pounds, paid off $130,000, and remains debt-free as a successful entrepreneur. Today, Elizabeth is the owner of Primal Potential. Through her platform of podcasts, coaching, and live events, she has fueled her deepest struggles into a burning passion to help people create transformations and live more fulfilled lives. Learn more about the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Cupcakes-Broke-Girl-Transformed/dp/1544501277/ Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An excerpt from the book Chasing Cupcakes by Elizabeth Benton. Episode 1303: An Excerpt from Chasing Cupcakes by Elizabeth Benton on 4 Steps To Improve Your Self-Esteem Elizabeth Benton was depressed, deeply in debt, and obese. As a nutrition expert and educator who binged on junk food every time she put gas in her car, she felt like a fraud and a failure. Desperate to start truly living her life, she decided to believe in her potential rather than her past. She lost 150 pounds, paid off $130,000, and remains debt-free as a successful entrepreneur. Today, Elizabeth is the owner of Primal Potential. Through her platform of podcasts, coaching, and live events, she has fueled her deepest struggles into a burning passion to help people create transformations and live more fulfilled lives. Learn more about the book here:  and in  and ! Learn Spanish, French, Italian, German, Russian, Swedish, and more! Go to  and use the offer code OLD to get 50% off your first 3 months!

An excerpt from the book Chasing Cupcakes by Elizabeth Benton. Episode 1303: An Excerpt from Chasing Cupcakes by Elizabeth Benton on 4 Steps To Improve Your Self-Esteem Elizabeth Benton was depressed, deeply in debt, and obese. As a nutrition expert and educator who binged on junk food every time she put gas in her car, she felt like a fraud and a failure. Desperate to start truly living her life, she decided to believe in her potential rather than her past. She lost 150 pounds, paid off $130,000, and remains debt-free as a successful entrepreneur. Today, Elizabeth is the owner of Primal Potential. Through her platform of podcasts, coaching, and live events, she has fueled her deepest struggles into a burning passion to help people create transformations and live more fulfilled lives. Learn more about the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Chasing-Cupcakes-Broke-Girl-Transformed/dp/1544501277/ Please Rate & Review the Show! Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com and in The O.L.D. Facebook Group and Join the Ol' Family to get your Free Gifts! Learn Spanish, French, Italian, German, Russian, Swedish, and more! Go to Babbel.com and use the offer code OLD to get 50% off your first 3 months! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/optimal-living-daily/support

Elizabeth Benton was depressed, deeply in debt, and obese. As a nutrition expert and educator who binged on junk food every time she put gas in her car, she felt like a fraud and a failure. Desperate to start truly living her life, she decided to believe in her potential rather than her past. She lost 150 pounds, paid off $130,000, and remains debt-free as a successful entrepreneur. Today, Elizabeth is the owner of Primal Potential. Through her platform of podcasts, coaching, and live events, she has fueled her deepest struggles into a burning passion to help people create transformations and live more fulfilled lives. Today we have Elizabeth on to talk about her new book Chasing Cupcakes. .fusion-image-frame-bottomshadow.image-frame-shadow-265{display:inline-block}.element-bottomshadow.imageframe-265:before, .element-bottomshadow.imageframe-265:after{-webkit-box-shadow: 0 17px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.4);box-shadow: 0 17px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.4);}Supplement of the month is Digestive Boost These are specially selected enzymes and supportive ingredients to help you breakdown your food and enhance absorption of key nutrients that we need from our diet. Our doctor-selected enzyme blend in Digestive Boost is uniquely designed to help with gluten and dairy which many find most difficult to break down effectively and efficiently. It is recommended for those with digestive challenges, who take antacids or reflux medication regularly and for older clients who need some extra help as we age. Save 10% when you use the code DIGBOOST10 when you order: .fusion-button.button-142 {border-radius:25px;}Order Digestive Boost.fusion-image-frame-bottomshadow.image-frame-shadow-266{display:inline-block}.element-bottomshadow.imageframe-266:before, .element-bottomshadow.imageframe-266:after{-webkit-box-shadow: 0 17px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.4);box-shadow: 0 17px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.4);}BYWG's Product of the Month We’ve been a huge fan of Butcher Box for years.  In fact you can listen to me interview the CEO Mike Salguero in the podcast archives.  Personally I look forward to my ‘”box” of grass fed meats every month. I get the beef – pork – chicken combo box and regularly take advantage of their specials.  From June 1st to June 11th using the code https://www.butcherbox.com/beyondyourwildestgenes/ for new customers you are eligible for FREE Shipping, FREE Bacon, and $20 off your first box. From June 12th till July 7th Butcher Box has created a special offer for our listeners who are new Butcher Box customers -   FREE BACON FOR LIFE! I love grass fed beef, organic chicken, wild caught fish, and heritage pork – especially in the form of BACON! BYWG's Book of the Month: Chasing Cupcakes  How One Broke, Fat Girl transformed Her Life (and How You Can, Too) by  Elizabeth Benton Great read folks! You can listen to me interview Elizabeth on the BYWG Podcast.

Do you struggle with not wanting to miss out? Do vacations, travel or evenings out get you worried about that line between deprivation and over-indulgence? Travel used to be a total train wreck for me. I was constantly worried about food. I worried about eating too much. I stressed about not enjoying things enough and feeling like I was on the sidelines, deprived. I really saw it as either/or - either I indulge and feel frustrated with myself, or I don't and I feel like I'm missing out and deprived. Last week, I took a vacation in Bermuda. I shared a lot of pictures in my Instagram stories and posted daily recaps in our private (free) Primal Potential FB group. Today, I'm sharing the mindsets and strategies I employed to ensure that I didn't ever miss out AND I felt amazing every single day! You never have to feel like you're missing out again AND you don't have to return feeling like you "blew it". https://primalpotential.com/613/ Resources: Hop on the wait list for the summer 12 Weeks to Transformation! Join us in the free Primal Potential FB group! Past episodes on vacation & travel include:  Episode 177 - Travel & Weight Loss Episode 461 - Avoid Travel Train Wrecks Part 1 Episode 462 - Avoid Travel Train Wrecks Part 2 Episode 534 - Binge Eating & The Holidays Follow Elizabeth on Instagram Don't forget to enter to win our weekly Saturday show giveaways! Every Saturday, we pick a winner from someone who has shared the podcast on social media (and tagged us) or left a review of the podcast in iTunes or a review of Chasing Cupcakes on Amazon! 

It's another listener question & coaching episode! Today we're tackling protein smoothies - are they worth it? Should you drink them? Are they a waste of money or calories? On all of our Saturday shows we do a GIVEAWAY! Today's winner is @karmachow! Email sarah@primapotential.com with 613 winner in the subject line! You win one of my favorite things: Artisana Coconut Butter travel packets from our sponsor - Thrive Market! If you're new to Thrive Market, be sure to shop through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you get a free 30-day trial membership AND 20% off your first order! There will be a new winner every single week, announced on the Saturday episode of the podcast! The following are ways you can win: Leave a review of Chasing Cupcakes on Amazon OR Rate & review the Primal Potential podcast on iTunes OR Publish a post on your IG or FB (not inside the Primal Potential FB group) sharing an episode of the Primal Potential podcast you've loved. Make sure to tag @elizabethbenton on IG or @PrimalPotentialPodcast on FB so we see & can count the entry Curious about protein smoothies? Here's one of my fave smoothie recipes that mimicks the "Shamrock Shake" from McDonalds! Lately, the most common way I make my shakes are the two variations below: Choc/PB 1/2 can light coconut milk 1/2 cup frozen cauliflower rice 2 tsp sunflower butter 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (here's the one I use) pinch of pink himalayan sea salt water as needed for desired thickness Vanilla/Berry 2 cups unsweetened nut milk of choice (I usually do cashew) - water is fine, too 1/2 cup frozen cauliflower rice 1/4 cup frozen raspberries 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (here's the one I use) pinch of pink himalayan sea salt water as needed for desired thickness If you have a question for a future episode, submit them here. Resources: Make sure you're on the wait list for the Summer 2019 12 Weeks to Transformation! Chasing Cupcakes

How can you get motivated? More importantly: how can you stay motivated? Get more motivated? Saturday shows are listener question & coaching episodes and today's show definitely has a theme of motivation! We also pick a winner for a free giveaway every Saturday! You can enter to win by leaving a rating & review of the podcast on iTunes, leaving a review of Chasing Cupcakes on Amazon or posting a favorite episode of the Primal Potential podcast on Instagram or Facebook. Today's winner is Joannew12 - please email sarah@primalpotential.com to claim your prize from Four Sigmatic. Four Sigmatic is the sponsor of today's show! Check them out here and use the coupon code PRIMAL to save 15%! Questions Addressed in Today's Episode: Does it matter if you use decaf coffee for bulletproof coffee? How do I get motivated? I do I keep my motivation alive and strong? How do I commit to lifestyle change without being overwhelmed? What steps does it take to become motivated and believe you can win this battle? Beyond willpower, how can I change? If you have a question, you can submit it here. Resources: Make sure you're on the wait list for the Summer 2019 12 Weeks to Transformation! Chasing Cupcakes Dos and Don'ts of Bulletproof Coffee The Motivation Manifesto by Brendon Burchard Eat the Yolks by Liz Wolfe

Today we are tackling how to let go of negative thoughts, past patterns and limiting beliefs. It's another listener Q&A episode AND we're announcing the winners of our 4 prizes in celebration of our 600th episode! Don't forget! We'll be doing a giveaway on every Saturday show! To be eligible to win, leave a review of the Primal Potential podcast on iTunes or a review of Chasing Cupcakes on Amazon or post on FB or Instagram (and tag @elizabethbenton or PrimalPotentialPodcast) about your favorite episode of the podcast! Questions tackled in today's episode include: Old thoughts of the past keep popping up in my head. I'm ready to create change but I don't know how to let go! Please help! What kind of coffee do you drink? Spoiler! Four Sigmatic! You can check it out here and use the code primal to save 15%! I had no idea that there are different strains of probiotics and that they function differently. Can you talk more about this? (Listen to episode 596 for more on probiotics!) Why do I do things I know are bad for me? (Listen to Change Maker Part 1 - episode 579) How do I stay focused over the long term? (Spoiler: you don't) What's the best way to cope with late-40s body changes? Listen to episode 538! Why are you so awesome? To get on the wait list for the summer 2019 12 Weeks to Transformation, please click here. Follow Elizabeth on Instagram!

Need to hold yourself accountable? Looking to get better at following through and staying consistent? Today's episode has the tools you need! "Masterminds" have become super trendy in the past few years - it seems like everyone in business is starting or joining a mastermind. Undoubtedly, they can be great tools for growth. Because of their popularity, there are a lot of components that have been identified that make masterminds work. Fortunately, we can take these components and incorporate them into our own lives, even if we aren't part of a mastermind or group! Today, we'll explore those components and look at how you can use them in your own life or with a family member or friend! The book mentioned in today's episode is Meet & Grow Rich by Joe Vitale & Bill Hibbler Steps to Hold Yourself Accountable In today's episode we explore questions, strategies and tools to assist you in building accountability. They include: What do you want to gain? What is your singular focus? Ask yourself questions instead of giving yourself advice (Chasing Cupcakes is a great tool for questions to ask yourself) Be confrontational without being emotional How can you help you? How can I help you? Inner Counsel Meeting from Meet & Grow Rich What will you put into practice from today's episode? Resources: Hop on the wait list for the summer 12 Weeks to Transformation Join us in the Primal Potential Facebook group!

I get a lot of questions about loving yourself. Does loving yourself mean accepting where you're at? Being "okay" with all your choices? Today we're going there and answering your amazing questions. If you have questions you'd like us to address on the show, feel free to share them here or in the comments below. As you might have noticed, it's also episode 600 of the show! We're giving away some epic prizes (to three individual winners) and you can enter below. First, you need to share a screenshot of your favorite episode and/or one of your primary lessons from the Primal Potential podcast. If shared on Instagram, you need to tag @elizabethbenton. If shared on Facebook, your post must tag PrimalPotentialPodcast. https://primalpotential.com/600/ Questions addressed in this episode include: How to get back to self care after tragedy or loss? What's the best way to respond when people ask what I've been doing to lose the weight? I hate the attention and want a simple answer. How do I change my relationship with food? Have you done any episodes on loving yourself? How does lack of commitment add to drama? How do I figure out what is wrong with my gut and sort it out? Resources: Hop on the wait list for the summer 12 Weeks to Transformation Join us in the Primal Potential Facebook group! Episodes on loving yourself: Chasing Cupcakes (not an episode, but an epic stepping stone to treating yourself better!) 599 - Get off the Hamster Wheel 589 - Mental Wellness & Making Your Own Rules 586 - Personal Growth as the Drug of Choice 576 - How to Change Yourself Episodes on gut health: Episode 055 - Probiotics and Body Weight Episode 432 - How Your Microbiome Can Help You Burn Fat Episode 482 - Microbiome & Your Health Episode 504 - Avoid, Minimize, Indulge Episode 596: Your Gut Health is Impacting Everything Here's to Loving Yourself! Every choice is a chance!

Need to get yourself to follow through on the promises you make to yourself? I've gotcha! Today's episode will give you the mindset & strategy for success! https://primalpotential.com/585/ Questions Answered in Today's Episode Why do I keep holding myself back? How to stay focused on the process today and not go down the rabbit hole of worrying about the future or how long change will take? Who's your favorite band? I am quite OCD, so why is it I have trouble following through with my goals? My inconsistency is driving my frustrations. What is the key to overcoming this? What should I do when I feel mentally blocked? I need to take action. What can I do to get out of "learning mode"? When does the next 12 Weeks to Transformation start and how much of a daily commitment does it take? Get your copy of Chasing Cupcakes! Got a question or topic for the podcast? Send it to us here! Join the Primal Potential Facebook group!

Elizabeth Benton was depressed, deeply in debt, and obese. As a nutrition expert and educator who binged on junk food every time she put gas in her car, she felt like a fraud and a failure. Desperate to start truly living her life, she decided to believe in her potential rather than her past. She lost 150 pounds, paid off $130,000, and remains debt-free as a successful entrepreneur. Today, Elizabeth is the owner of Primal Potential. Through her platform of podcasts, coaching, and live events, she has fueled her deepest struggles into a burning passion to help people create transformations and live more fulfilled lives.   Follow Elizabeth: www.instagram.com/elizabethbenton www.primalpotential.com

You need to learn how to let go. I need to learn how to let go. This is, without question, one of my favorite episodes of the Primal Potential podcast. This is one of these most powerful episodes of the podcast. For you to benefit from this episode as much as possible, there are a few things I want you to consider before we begin. Do you need to learn how to let go of your excuses? Do you need to learn how to let go of your past? Do you need to learn how to let go of your anger? Your fear? Your feelings of rejection? Do you need to learn how to let go of a particular habit or behavior? What are you ready to let go of? On today's episode, you'll hear an incredibly raw, real and powerful conversation with relational alchemist, Stef Sifandos. Through his programs and his coaching, he helps people create transformation through connection. He's one of the most clear-minded and genuine humans I've ever met and I'm honored to share our conversation with you!  https://primalpotential.com/566 How To Let Go - Questions to Ask: What sets you off? What situations in your life are creating an exaggerated reaction? How do you feel when you react that way? When was the last time you felt that way? Who are you without that thought? Are you willing to let go? What else is true? What else is possible? How can you practice a different reaction today? For more questions that will help you create change, check out Chasing Cupcakes! Resources: Learn more about Stef Sifandos! His website features incredible articles as well as all the ways you can work with him. Follow Stef on Instagram Work with me in our next 12 Weeks to Transformation! Today's episode is proudly brought to you by Fabletics! If you get excited about workout clothes that are comfortable, cute and completely affordable, Fabletics is going to blow your mind! When you register through fabletics.com/primalpotential you can take advantage of their special offer - 2 pairs of leggings for $24! And you can check out some of my favorites here.

Most of my clients set goals for themselves. Most of them are going about it the wrong way. Why do you think so many people who set a goal of weight loss end up regaining the weight? Why do so many people who get out of debt shortly reaccumulate it? My friends, as you set goals for yourself, I want you to keep in mind that there is a massive difference between external goals and internal targets. In today's episode, we're going to talk about a different way to set goals and go about achieving them in a way that ensures you get what you want most! We're taking a deep dive into the idea that the goal is more about feeling than doing. I'm going to help you understand what it means for the GOAL to be the FEELING you're after and how to prioritize the way you want to BE over the things you ought to DO. This simple shift in the way you set goals and the way you think about goals will improve your consistency and make sure you don't waste precious time and energy pursuing an external target when your real goal is an internal shift. https://primalpotential.com/561/ Set Goals by Setting Clear Intentions: How do you want to feel? How do you NOT want to feel? What choices, actions or thoughts contribute to how you do want to feel? What choices, actions or thoughts contribute to how you don't want to feel? What can you do about it today? What's the difference between the things you want to do and the way you want to be? What can you do about it today? When you're in a moment of struggle or negative emotion: what feeling are you looking to obtain? How can you create that? Resources: Want to work with me this spring? Hop on the wait list to get sneak peaks inside the Winter 12 Weeks to Transformation and prepare to work with me this spring! For more on the difference between external goals and internal targets, read chapter 8 of Chasing Cupcakes! If you've already read it, it would be a MASSIVE help if you'd sign in to Amazon & leave a rating & review! If you're new to Audible, you can get Chasing Cupcakes for free (or any audiobook you choose) AND a free 1-month trial if you register via audibletrial.com/primalpotential/ Want to stock up on amazing workout gear AND support the Primal Potential podcast? Head to Fabletics and grab your two pairs of leggings for just $24! To see some of my favorite Fabletics items, check out this post. Mentioned in this episode: EB's Cabbage Salad Bowl Follow me on Instagram! 

The answer isn't always the truth. Today we're talking about two different but very deceptive thought patterns that keep people from creating change in their lives. One is the mindset of "I know", where you dismiss information, strategies and tools you're already familiar with instead of grabbing the opportunity presented by the reminder to take action on them. It really doesn't matter if you "you know", what matters is whether or not you're doing those things. The second is the mindset of "I don't know" - a pattern of letting yourself off the hook and letting uncertainty be a stopping point. It should be a starting point. If there is a gap between when you know and what you do, this episode is one you can't miss! If you want to listen to Chasing Cupcakes for free, new Audible customers can register via this link to get a free Audible trial membership plus a free book! If you want to share this gift with others, feel free to send them to: http://www.audibletrial.com/primalpotential https://primalpotential.com/558/ Resources: The Spring 12 Weeks to Transformation kicks off Sunday April 7th and registration will open up to the wait list in mid-March. Click here to jump on the wait list! To learn more about the 12 Weeks to Transformation, take a listen to episodes 546 and 550 of the Primal Potential podcast. Save the date! ASCEND 2019 will be in Portland, Oregon November 8-10th, 2019. To be the first to hear about tickets and event information, make sure you're on the wait list! Be prepared (and save money) with Thrive Market! Register via thrivemarket.com/primalpotential for a free trial membership AND an extra 25% off your first order! Here is what I ordered for my upcoming travels: Artisana coconut butter travel packets Epic Bars - turkey almond cranberry and bison bacon cranberry Macadamia nuts Save extra when you sign up for Thrive Market through this link! Follow me on Instagram Do you have your copy of Chasing Cupcakes yet?

First we make our stories, then our stories make us. We are story tellers. You are a master story teller. Whether you're conscious of it or not, you make about stories about everything that happens around you, about every choice you make, every single day. When I say "stories" that DOESN'T mean you made something up. Your story is the meaning you attach to your experiences. Your story can take you to new heights or it can overwhelm you and lead to you to isolate yourself and feel defeated. In today's episode, we're taking a look at the stories you tell yourself and how you can stand on the shoulders of your story and allow it to take you to new heights! Today's episode features pieces of a powerful conversation I had with story-expert Marlo Ellis - founder and visionary behind The Uncommon Woman. Don't miss this episode! https://primalpotential.com/556/ Resources: Get your copy of Chasing Cupcakes! If you aren't much of a reader, I've got you! Listen to me read the book on Audible! Marlo Ellis & The Uncommon Woman The Uncommon Woman on Facebook and Instagram Follow Elizabeth & Primal Potential on Instagram

I used to think in terms of what I didn't want. I didn't want to be so overweight. I didn't want to overeat so frequently. I didn't want to feel so out of control. I didn't want to be unhappy, lonely or isolated. I didn't want to have so much debt. You get the picture. If I had to choose a sound effect to represent how I felt at that point in my life, it would have been a groan. Ugh. Exasperation. Frustration. Resignation. Irritation. Disappointment. At least once a day, someone asks me how much weight I've lost or how much debt I paid off. Totally fair questions and I'm happy to answer them (except I don't own a scale and don't worry about my present body weight.) Here's the thing though - what I've gained is so much more interesting. https://primalpotential.com/555/ This shift from "less" to "more" is what we're diving into today. It's not just a more peaceful perspective, we'll talk about why it's a more effective one, too! Resources: Get your copy of Chasing Cupcakes! Related Episodes  Episode 552 - The Backstory of Chasing Cupcakes Episode 547 - 10 Ideas Worth Spreading Episode 550 - My Coaching Methodology Episode 532 - Finding Your Way to Win Follow me on Instagram

I've been thinking a lot about the life & business I want to create in 2019. I shared a lot of those details in episode 549 of the podcast. I missed out on a LOT of my life. There are decades, relationships and experiences that I can't get back. In saying "yes" to food, saying "no" to happiness and relationships, I destroyed a lot of relationships and experiences. I don't want to live that way naymore. In fact, I refuse to live that way. But here's the very important thing: it's not just about physical health. Often, that gets all the priority. What we eat. Our body composition. Our exercise routine. Today we are talking about another very, very, very important component and the shift I'm making in my own life. https://primalpotential.com/554/ Resources: Get your copy of Chasing Cupcakes! Related Episodes  Episode 552 - The Backstory of Chasing Cupcakes Episode 454 - How Transcendental Meditation is Helping Me Episode 206 - All About Journaling Episode 550 - My Coaching Methodology Follow me on Instagram

At long, long last, my first book - Chasing Cupcakes - is finally available!  It would have been easy to write a book about nutrition, hormones or fat loss, but that's not the book I wanted to write. I wanted to write a book that hadn't already been written. There are hundreds, if not thousands, of amazing books about nutrition, hormones and fat loss. Besides, that wasn't the book I needed when I was deep in my own personal struggle with obesity, binge eating, excuses, exceptions, doubt, delay and debt. In the thick of my decades-long struggle, I knew exactly what to do. I could have talked for hours, if not days, about all the changes I could make to lose weight, get healthy, pay off my debt and everything in between. I didn't need more information. For me, the problem was that I wasn't doing all the things I knew to do. I knew how to lose weight, in theory, but what I didn't know was how to get myself to do the work. I didn't know how to end the excuses and exceptions. I knew how to get out of debt - I had thousands of strategies and action-plans. What I didn't know was how to consistently get myself to do the work. That's the book I needed. So, that's the book I wrote. Today, I'm excited to share with you the story behind Chasing Cupcakes and to answer all your questions about the book and the writing process! I have been waiting for this moment for so long and I hope you love the book as much as I do! https://primalpotential.com/552/ Resources: Buy Chasing Cupcakes! Related Episodes Include: Episode 204: My Mom is on the Show!  Episode 211: Thin People & Food Issues (My Sister is on the Show) You always hear me rave about Artisana Coconut Butter travel packs and they will be a travel staple for me more than ever this year! I buy them through Thrive Market because a) they are cheaper and b) I love to support a company that makes living well more accessible and affordable! If you're new to Thrive Market, register via thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to save an extra 20% off your first order! Follow me on Instagram