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You know that thing where you eat the "bad" food in secret, then act totally normal five minutes later like it didn't happen? Coach Steph and I get into why smart, capable women do this. Turns out there are two totally different personalities behind it: the "disciplined one" and the "I'll start Monday" type. One is protecting an image of perfection they've spent years building and protecting. The other already believes other people view them as "lazy" or "out of control," because they live in a larger body. They're terrified someone will catch them eat "bad" foods and it will prove the narrative true. Both end up overeating behind closed doors. In this episode, we discuss:. Why restrictors binge big behind closed doors while permitters never stop with the small stuff What both personalities are actually protecting when they hide food, and it's not about willpower The childhood pattern behind both, and why neither is your fault Why eating the "off-limits" food in public, on purpose, is what breaks the secrecy for good By the end, you'll know exactly which one you are and what to do differently tonight. Not sure which one you are? Take the diet personality quiz linked below. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
You lost the weight. So why do you feel fatter than ever? That's the real question behind a Reddit post Coach Steph and I dig into this week: a woman down 55 pounds who looks in the mirror and still sees the body she started with. If you've ever hit a goal weight and felt... nothing, or worse, this episode is for you. We get into why your brain lags behind your body, why extreme diets set you up to feel out of control the second real food is back on the table, and why "just lose the weight" was never going to fix how you feel about yourself. In it, you'll hear: Why weight loss can make your body image worse, not better The exact mental script Steph used to quiet a decade of "I hate my thighs" How to tell if your current diet is setting you up to fail (hint: check the calorie count) A simple neutrality practice you can try in front of your mirror today Why the women who skip the body image work are the ones who end up back in our inbox a year later You don't need another meal plan. You need a brain that finally allows you to feel comfortable in your own skin. What would change if you believed your body wasn't a problem to solve? You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
Ever notice how right before you're about to make a change in your life, your brain immediately comes up with a thousand reasons why you shouldn't? That's fear. Your brain's only job is to keep you safe and familiar, not happy or fulfilled. That's why you keep going back to the same diets and rules that have already failed you, over and over. Same fear that keeps people stuck in jobs or relationships they've outgrown. It shows up at your dinner table too. Coach Steph and I get into why your brain hands you a pile of excuses the second you try something different, even after what you're doing now hasn't worked. I also share the scariest thing I've ever done (quit my career, sold everything, moved to NYC with two suitcases) and what it taught me about acting scared instead of waiting for the fear to pass. What you'll get: Why your brain fights change, even good change How to tell real intuition from fear in disguise Why more of what hasn't worked won't get you anywhere new What it feels like when food stops taking up so much space in your head Nothing changes if nothing changes. Pick one thing and use it tonight. Doors open for our next Outsmart Overeating group August 31 - September 3rd. Click here to join the Interest List. No obligation to join, just first access to the program details and exclusive fast action bonuses. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
Here's why you keep "falling off" your diet by Thursday, even though Monday-you had the best intentions. Dieters often want to blame their lack of willpower, discipline or for being weak, but it has nothing to do with that. It's a psychological problem. In this episode, Coach Steph and I break down the four ways your brain rebels against restriction, and why the stricter your rules, the harder you crash. If you've ever cleared out the pantry after a "bad" weekend, you need to hear this. We're covering: The Monday-Thursday split: why the version of you who made the rules isn't the version who has to follow them The pink elephant problem: why banning a food guarantees you'll obsess over it The rebellious teenager response: why your brain fights back the second something feels off-limits The exhale effect: why "blowing it" isn't a lack of control, it's relief from mental exhaustion And we don't just leave you with the why. You'll walk away with two shifts you can start using today: how to trade rigid rules for real reasons, and how to give yourself permission without becoming permissive. If you're smart, disciplined, and still can't crack this one thing, this episode is for you. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
A woman on Reddit is down 50 pounds, going through a brutal breakup, and spiraling into emotional binge eating. She wants to know if GLP-1s will fix it. Coach Steph and I give her an honest, judgment-free answer and it's probably not what she's expecting. Here's what we get into: Why emotional eating and binge eating aren't two separate problems (and what's actually driving the behavior) What GLP-1s actually do and why they're the wrong tool for this specific situation Why "time heals all wounds" is a lie your nervous system doesn't believe The real reason food becomes your go-to during heartbreak, grief, and life upheaval What emotional regulation actually looks like and the skill set that changes everything This episode isn't about shaming anyone for reaching for a quick fix. It's about understanding why the quick fix won't work and what will. If you've ever found yourself eating when you're not even hungry, this one's for you. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
You can't solve a problem you haven't correctly identified. That's exactly why so many smart, successful women stay stuck in the cycle of overeating, guilt, and starting over on Monday. They're trying to fix the behavior without understanding what's actually driving it. In this episode, Coach Steph and I break down the three most common overeating patterns we see in women: emotional eating, binge eating, and habitual overeating. Because while they can look similar on the surface, they're very different problems—and each requires a different solution. We'll help you identify what's really happening when you overeat so you can stop blaming your willpower and start making changes that actually last. In this episode, you'll learn: The key differences between emotional eating, binge eating, and habitual overeating Why so many women mistakenly label every overeat as a binge The hidden role dieting and restriction play in binge eating How everyday habits can lead to weight gain without you realizing it Questions to ask yourself when you're eating outside of hunger Practical first steps you can start using today to interrupt overeating patterns If you've spent years calorie counting, starting over on Monday, and wondering why food feels harder for you than everyone else, this episode will help you understand what's actually happening and what to do about it. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
If you've spent years trying to avoid hunger, this episode might completely change the way you think about weight loss. Today, Coach Steph and I are breaking down one of the most powerful fat-loss habits we teach our clients: hunger-directed eating. Not starvation. Not intermittent fasting. Not white-knuckling your way through cravings. We're talking about reconnecting with your body's natural signals so you can lose weight without counting calories, tracking macros, or following endless food rules. If you're constantly wondering why you feel out of control around food, why weight loss feels so hard, or why you keep ending up back on another diet, this conversation will help you understand what's really going on. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why hunger isn't an emergency (and why dieting taught you to fear it) • The difference between physical hunger and "mind hunger" • The biggest reasons you may not be feeling hunger at all • How snacking, caffeine, and nighttime eating can disrupt hunger cues • A simple step-by-step process to start rebuilding trust with your body • The 15-minute hunger experiment you can start today Plus, I leave you with a challenge that can immediately change your relationship with food and make weight loss feel a whole lot simpler. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
I had a beyond uniquely talented individual on who's advice truly should be highly regarded: Welcoming to the show is Self-Help Coach Steph Hannah and her Wild Moon Oasis brand! She notes many spiritually healing methods, a unique ritual that gets rids of negative energy and other ways to stop the "not enough time in the day" excuse. You'll be doing yourself a disservice if you don't listen to this chat! FOLLOW WILD MOON OASIS HERE: https://www.wildmoonoasis.com/ FOLLOW STEPH HANNAH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@WildMoonOasis
You think the answer is keeping "trigger foods" out of the house. But what if that strategy is actually making overeating worse? In this episode, Coach Steph and I unpack a Reddit post about keeping junk food in the house to prevent binge eating and the comment section tells the real story. If you've ever felt like you can't trust yourself around cereal, chips, ice cream, or sweets, this conversation will help you understand why. We break down how years of dieting, food rules, and restriction create food obsession, intense cravings, and the feeling of being out of control around certain foods. More importantly, we share how to start changing that relationship so food stops taking up so much mental space. In this episode, you'll learn: Why keeping certain foods out of the house often backfires How dieting creates food noise and obsessive thoughts The hidden link between scarcity, restriction, and binge eating Why "good" and "bad" food labels fuel overeating What an abundance mindset actually looks like in real life The simple practice we use with clients to reduce binge urges How to start building trust around food without relying on willpower If you're tired of feeling powerless around food and ready for a practical, sustainable way forward, this episode and our FREE Curb the Urge Toolkit will help you get started today. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
You're doing everything "right"... so why does it still feel so hard? A woman posted on Reddit about losing 15 pounds in five months using a sustainable approach. She's not restricting like crazy, she's playing the long game... and she's still miserable. In this episode, Coach Steph and I dig into why doing it the healthy way can feel so frustrating and what to actually do about it. Here's what we cover: Why slow progress isn't a problem. It's actually the fastest route to results that last The identity shift nobody talks about. You're not just losing weight, you're becoming a different person How to measure a healthy relationship with food (hint: it's not the scale) Why your brain is fighting you and how to work with it instead of against it The mindset reframe that makes the hard days easier to push through If you've ever felt like you're doing everything right and still can't figure out why it feels like a grind, this episode is going to hit close to home. Give it a listen. You'll walk away with a completely different perspective and a few things you can start doing today. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
You've tried every diet. You know exactly what to eat. And you're still wearing a cardigan in 95-degree heat because you don't want anyone to see your arms. Coach Steph and I are calling it out—the hiding, the sideline-sitting, the vacations you didn't book, the sandcastles you didn't build—and we're giving you a real way out. What we cover: Why your brain is literally wired to keep torturing you about your body (and the one thing that actually interrupts it) The "neutral language" trick that dials down self-criticism without making you feel like a liar Why losing the weight won't fix the voice in your head and what will How to show up at the wedding, reunion, or beach trip without waiting to be a smaller size first The photo rule that makes it easier to stop hiding from the camera You don't have to love your body to enjoy your life. That's actually the whole point of this episode. Your kids want you in the sandcastle. Your friends want you on the trip. Go listen. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
Coach Steph and I start with a Reddit post from a 54-year-old woman re-entering the dating world. She went out with three different men… all on GLP-1s. They ordered food, took a few bites, boxed the rest, and left her feeling disconnected, starving, and wondering if this is the new normal. We unpack the bigger cultural shift happening right now and exactly how it's affecting women like you whose love language is sharing meals. Here's exactly what you'll walk away with and use immediately: Why mismatched appetites can feel so uncomfortable (and what it's actually triggering) The difference between physical hunger vs. mental hunger (this changes everything) How GLP-1s are quietly reshaping social norms and what that means for you The hidden fears and insecurities showing up around food (on both sides) Simple, actionable ways to feel confident in social eating situations... starting today This isn't about eating less or "being good." It's about understanding your brain, your habits, and how to stay grounded no matter what's on your plate... or someone else's. If food has ever felt like the thing that makes or breaks your connection with others, don't skip this one. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
If you've tried everything — calorie counting, macros, keto, starting over every Monday — and still feel out of control around food… this episode is your turning point. Coach Steph Miramontes and I are pulling back the curtain on my 6-week signature program, Outsmart Overeating, and showing you exactly how we help women stop binge and emotional eating for good. This isn't about more rules. It's about fixing the real problem: your inner psychology. Because if you know what to do but can't seem to do it… that's the work. Inside this episode, I walk you through the step-by-step process we use to help you feel calm, in control, and consistent around food... without tracking, restriction, or "getting back on track." Here's what you'll learn: Why dieting is keeping you stuck in the binge/restrict cycle The 6-week roadmap to rewire your thinking, habits, and identity How to eat like a naturally thin person (without food rules) The self-sabotage patterns running in the background—and how to stop them What real accountability and coaching should actually look like If you're ready to lose weight for the last time — and finally feel normal around food — the Outsmart Overeating program will show you how to get there. Click here for the details. Got questions? You can contact Coach Steph or me on Instagram.
If you're "good" with food all day… and then somehow end up standing in the kitchen at 9pm thinking, "Why am I eating this? I'm not even hungry…" this episode is for you. In this conversation, Coach Steph and I unpack the real reason nighttime eating feels so out of control (hint: it's usually notabout willpower). In fact, the late-night pantry raids many women struggle with are often the predictable result of what's happening earlier in the day. Translation: the problem isn't that you lack discipline. It's that the strategies you've been taught are quietly setting you up to fail. If you're tired of ending your nights feeling guilty, frustrated, and promising yourself you'll "be better tomorrow," this episode will show you a smarter way forward. Inside the episode, we cover: Why undereating earlier in the day is one of the biggest drivers of nighttime overeating The hidden role of mental exhaustion and emotional depletion in late-night snacking Why banning "trigger foods" often makes cravings 10x worse How to reintroduce foods you love without losing control around them Simple ways to separate food from relaxation at the end of the day A powerful "closing the kitchen" ritual that dramatically reduces nighttime grazing Most importantly, you'll walk away with practical strategies you can start implementing tonight to finally break the cycle. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
If you've ever finished dinner, felt physically full… and then found yourself standing in the pantry 20 minutes later looking for "a little something," this episode is for you. This isn't happening because you're "addicted to sugar." It's a predictable response to dieting. In this episode of the Outsmart Overeating Podcast, Coach Steph and I break down exactly why you still want to eat after you're full and what to do about it. We're talking about the real reason your brain won't move on after meals (even when you've hit your macros). You'll learn: The difference between fullness, satiety, and satisfaction (and why most dieters only hit one) How restriction amplifies cravings and creates "last supper" energy Why food noise is usually a scarcity problem, not a discipline problem The simple shift that quiets urges and reduces nighttime grazing How to build satisfaction into your meals so they actually end Most importantly, you'll walk away with practical tools you can start using today to stop the pantry prowling and finally feel calm around food. If you're successful in every area of your life except this one… this conversation will change the game. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
If you've ever thought, "Something must be wrong with my metabolism now," this episode is for you. In today's conversation, Coach Steph and I break down one of the most frustrating beliefs women carry into their 40s, 50s, and beyond: that aging automatically ruins your metabolism and makes weight loss impossible. Spoiler Alert: that story is incomplete... and it's keeping you stuck in diet burnout, overeating, and guilt. We talk about what actually changes as life gets fuller (stress, sleep, habits, emotional eating), why extreme diets backfire harder now than they did in your 20s, and how years of restriction quietly fuel bingeing and food obsession. Most importantly, we walk you through a calmer, common-sense way forward that doesn't require tracking, weighing, or "starting over" every Monday. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your metabolism isn't broken—and what really affects it How dieting history creates overeating and food fear The small, realistic habits that support appetite, muscle, and sanity How to stop relying on food as your main stress relief What you can start doing today to eat with more ease and consistency If you're done fighting food and ready for solutions that fit your real life, join us for this conversation. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
In today's conversation, Coach Steph and I break a massive myth in the diet world: you don't have to hate your body to change it. In fact, that self-loathing is often the exact reason you keep overeating, bingeing, and starting over. We talk honestly about how years of dieting train women to see their body as a problem to control… and why that backfires every single time. Then we show you a different way -- one that actually leads to weight loss and peace with food. Inside this episode, you'll learn: Why weight loss doesn't automatically fix body image (and often makes it worse) How dieting fuels bingeing, food obsession, and body shame The difference between body positivity and body neutrality (and why neutrality works) How to stop putting your life on hold "until you lose the weight" Practical, doable steps to work on body image while still losing weight This isn't mindset fluff. You'll walk away with tools you can start using today to calm food noise, stop the shame spiral, and build a healthier relationship with your body... without giving up your goals. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
In this episode of the Outsmart Overeating Podcast, Coach Steph and I go somewhere most diets never do: your childhood. Not to blame your parents. Not to dig up drama. But to finally understand why food and how you feel about your body is so complicated, emotional, and challenging... no matter how many diets you've tried. If you've spent decades calorie counting, "being good," falling off track, bingeing, and wondering what's wrong with me? This conversation will be a huge lightbulb moment. We break down how early food rules, body comments, and family dynamics quietly shape your eating patterns today… and most importantly, what to do about it now. You'll learn: Why overeating isn't a willpower problem... it's a learned pattern How restrictive or chaotic upbringings can fuel bingeing and food obsession The hidden link between body image, self-worth, and food guilt How to build structure without punishment Simple awareness shifts you can start using today to reduce food noise This episode will help you drop the shame, understand your patterns, and start making choices from your values, not fear. If you're ready to stop fighting food and actually feel normal around it again, press play. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. Be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but also lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
If the holidays already have you stressing about seeing people you haven't seen in a while—especially if your body has changed—you're definitely not the only one. Coach Steph and I get into all of that in this episode: why these moments bring up old insecurities, and how you can show up confidently in the body you have today. No waiting on the weight. No hiding in photos. No shrinking yourself to make everyone else comfortable. In this episode you'll learn: Why holiday gatherings trigger old body insecurities How your brain interprets weight changes (and why it feels so intense) What to say or do when someone comments on your body or your plate Simple mindset shifts to stop spiraling How to enjoy the holidays without obsessing over food or "making up for it" If you're tired of sitting on the sidelines or feeling like you need to "fix" yourself before you can enjoy your life, this episode will feel like a deep exhale—and give you tools you can use immediately. Press play and let's make this holiday season about memories, not macros. You can start by purchasing Season's Eatings: Your Holiday Plate Playbook mini-course today! You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.
If Thanksgiving has you feeling excited and secretly anxious about losing control around food, this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air. This week, Coach Steph and I break down four real Reddit posts from people navigating the same holiday struggles you are: multiple Thanksgiving meals, pressure to "live a little," panic over leftovers, and the urge to skip meals to "save up" for dinner. Instead of tired dieting tips, we're giving you psychology-based, binge-free strategies to help you: Handle double (or triple) Thanksgiving meals without spiraling Stop the "skip breakfast so you don't overdo it later" cycle Keep leftovers from triggering binges Set boundaries with food-pushy family members If years of dieting have made holidays feel like all-or-nothing eating events, this conversation will show you the calmer, saner middle ground. Press play and let's make this holiday season the most intentional, enjoyable one you've ever had... and you can start by purchasing Season's Eatings: Your Holiday Plate Playbook mini-course today! You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.
If the holidays always leave you feeling like you've completely blown your progress — between the cocktails, the parties, the endless trays of "only come around once a year" foods — this episode is going to feel like a deep exhale. In today's conversation, Coach Steph and I tackle one of the most frustrating holiday triggers for overeaters: alcohol. Not from the old diet-culture angle of "just limit yourself to two drinks" or "choose the lowest-calorie option"… because if that actually worked, you wouldn't be here. Instead, we're breaking down the real psychology behind why drinking often leads to overeating, especially for chronic dieters, and how to interrupt that pattern without relying on willpower, restriction, or swearing off alcohol altogether. Inside the episode, we walk you through: How to find your "peak pleasure point"... the sweet spot where drinking feels fun and relaxing… before it turns into regret, overeating, or waking up wondering what happened. Why your brain is more vulnerable to overeating when you've been dieting for years (it's not a lack of discipline, it's biology + psychology). How to stop mirroring other people's drinking habits and instead stay aligned with your goals, values, and next-morning priorities. How to make intentional choices before the night begins so you never feel out of control around food later. Why alcohol doesn't magically "make" you overeat... and the mindset shift that finally breaks this cycle for good. The exact questions we have clients ask themselves so they can enjoy the holidays and wake up feeling proud of their decisions. If you want to enjoy the season without the food guilt, without the holiday hangover, and without that yearly "I'll start over in January" spiral, this episode will show you how to finally break that pattern. Press play and let's make this holiday season the most intentional, enjoyable one you've ever had... and you can start by purchasing Season's Eatings: Your Holiday Plate Playbook mini-course today! You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.
If you've ever thought, "Where the hell did my motivation go?" around the holidays, this episode is for you. Because it's not gone… it's just buried under a pile of stress, sugar, and social pressure. In this week's episode, Coach Steph and I are showing you exactly how to get your mojo back without cutting carbs, skipping dessert, or pretending you don't care about your goals. You'll learn: Why motivation isn't something you lose (and the sneaky reason it fades this time of year) How to spot all-or-nothing thinking before it sends you into a "screw it" spiral The #1 mindset shift that keeps you consistent even when life feels chaotic What to focus on when your routine falls apart (hint: it's not willpower) How to use the holidays as practice, not punishment — so staying on track feels easy year-round No more starting over in January. No more "I'll be good after the holidays." Listen now and let's make this the year you actually enjoy the holidays and feel in control around food. Join the email list to get first access to the "Season's Eatings" Mini Course. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.
If you've already caught yourself thinking, "I need to get back on track after Halloween…" — this episode is your cue to pause before the holiday overeating spiral begins. Every year, it starts the same way: a few fun-sized candies turn into "I'll start fresh in January." But what if this year could actually be different? In this episode, Coach Steph and I unpack the early warning signs that the holiday overeating cycle is beginning — and share how to stop it before it snowballs. You'll learn how to: Shift out of the all-or-nothing "holiday free-for-all" mindset. Create a simple plan that lets you enjoy your favorite foods without guilt or restriction. Reframe your thoughts so you feel peaceful and in control around food. Practice the habits of naturally thin people — even during the most tempting time of year. We're also putting the finishing touches on our brand-new "Season's Eatings" Mini Course: Your Holiday Plate Playbook, which will be available next week. It's designed to help you head into the holidays with confidence, enjoy your favorite foods, and ditch the stress of "getting back on track." If you're tired of ending every holiday season bloated, frustrated, and starting over from scratch, this episode will show you exactly how to break that pattern — and finally enjoy the holidays like a naturally thin person. Listen now and learn how to Outsmart Overeating before it even begins. Join the email list to get first access to the "Season's Eatings" Mini Course. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.
If you've ever wondered, “Why am I suddenly binge eating when I've been doing everything right?” — this episode is for you. This week, Coach Steph and I break down a Reddit post from a woman who sounds like so many of our clients — and our former selves: she's tracking her calories, eating “clean,” exercising five days a week… yet somehow finds herself bingeing and feeling completely out of control around food. Here's the truth: binge eating never starts “out of nowhere.” It's not a willpower problem — it's a restriction problem. In this episode, we dig into: The hidden ways mental, emotional, and physical restriction fuel binge eating Why counting calories and labeling foods as “good” or “bad” keeps you stuck in the binge–restrict cycle How dieting actually creates the very loss of control you're trying to avoid What your binges are trying to tell you — and how to respond without guilt, shame, or more food rules If you're tired of feeling like you can't trust yourself around food — and you've tried everything from journaling to “just eating carrots instead” — this episode will help you understand what's really driving your binges and how to finally break free from them.
Ever notice how you can power through a stressful week without turning to food — but the second you finally relax, you find yourself in the pantry “treating yourself”? In this episode, Coach Steph and I unpack a Redditor's post that perfectly captures one of the sneakiest forms of emotional eating — the kind that hides behind happy moments, nostalgia, and self-care rituals. We'll explore:
On this episode of the Outsmart Overeating Podcast, we're diving into one of the biggest challenges for anyone who's battled dieting: instant gratification. That little voice telling you to “just eat the cookie now and worry about the diet later”? Yeah—it's not about weakness, laziness, or lack of willpower. It's your brain, wired for quick hits of pleasure—made even harder to resist when you've spent years restricting and denying yourself the foods you crave. Join us as Coach Steph and I break down why dieters are especially vulnerable to this cycle of craving, guilt, and bingeing—and why naturally thin people experience food so differently. We'll reveal how scarcity thinking, diet history, and emotional triggers amplify urges, and why doubling down on willpower or stricter rules only makes it worse. But here's the good news: there is a way out. In this episode, you'll learn actionable strategies to shift from chasing instant gratification to building self-trust, think like a naturally thin person, and stop letting urges control your life. You'll hear practical tips you can try this week to delay gratification, calm your brain, and meet the real needs behind your cravings—without having to sit on your hands. If you're done with the cycle of bingeing, restriction, and “I blew it, might as well keep going,” this episode is for you. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.
If you've ever sworn off carbs, skipped meals after 8 p.m., or lived by a long list of “shoulds” about food—only to end up overeating the very things you tried to avoid—you're not alone. In this episode of Outsmart Overeating, Coach Steph and I dig into the hidden trap of food rules: why they feel safe at first, but ultimately create more guilt, shame, and out-of-control eating. We'll show you how dieting trains you to cling to rigid rules instead of learning to trust yourself—keeping you stuck in a cycle of restriction and bingeing. You'll hear: Why rules give the illusion of control (and why your brain loves them) How food rules actually increase food obsession and overeating A powerful metaphor that will change how you think about eating forever The difference between control and trust—and how to start building self-trust today Practical ways to eat with confidence without counting calories, weighing food, or white-knuckling your way through cravings If you're tired of feeling like the only way to “stay on track” is through extreme rules and constant willpower, this conversation will help you see a new way forward—one where food feels simple, peaceful, and enjoyable again.
Most dieters start the year strong, but by February, the excitement has fizzled out—and so has the plan. Sound familiar? In this episode, Coach Steph and I flip the script on waiting until January 1st to “start fresh” and challenge you to make the last 100 days of 2025 the turning point you've been waiting for. Instead of another round of extreme diets, food rules, and “no sugar, no carbs” resolutions that always backfire, we'll show you how to: Shift from all-or-nothing, results-based goals to simple, doable process goals that actually last Break free from the guilt-shame cycle that fuels binge eating Build trust in yourself with one small decision at a time—no more starting over tomorrow Use the holidays as a training ground to feel in control around food instead of terrified of it If you've ever wondered why you can lose weight temporarily but struggle to keep it off without losing your mind, this episode is going to connect the dots. By the end, you'll see exactly how a single, sustainable habit can change not just the next 100 days—but the next 10 years.
Have you ever had a single sentence completely shift the way you think about food—and your body? On this episode of Outsmart Overeating, I share a powerful story from Reddit that perfectly captures why so many of us struggle with dieting, bingeing, and feeling out of control around food. For years, this woman tried extreme diets—OMAD, intermittent fasting, under 1,000 calories a day—only to get stuck in the cycle of restriction, bingeing, guilt, and shame. It wasn't until she stumbled upon one simple idea—“I relearned my hunger cues”—that everything changed. Suddenly, she realized hunger wasn't the enemy, and food didn't have to feel like a battleground. In this episode, Coach Steph and I break down: How to reconnect with your body's natural hunger and fullness signals The critical difference between hunger, cravings, and emotionally-driven urges Why dieting and willpower aren't the solution—and what actually is How to stop letting food control your emotions, your thoughts, and your life Step-by-step ways to experiment with hunger so you can finally feel in control If you've spent decades dieting, restricting, and feeling guilty every time you “slip,” this episode will give you practical tools to stop the cycle and start trusting your body again. We also explain why our approach is different from intuitive eating and how it actually helps you lose weight without obsession, extreme restriction, or chaos. Tune in and discover how one simple shift in thinking can transform your eating, your habits, and your relationship with food—for good. You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram. If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. Spots limited.
Feel like you've tried every diet, detox, and wellness hack out there—and still can't figure out why eating and weight loss feels so damn hard? In this episode, Coach Steph and I unpack the soul-crushing frustration of doing everything right… and still ending up back at square one (or worse). You'll hear exactly why this exhausting cycle of "start strong, fall off, repeat" isn't your fault—and more importantly, how to break it for the last time. Together, we peel back the real reasons traditional diets don't work long-term, and show you how to rebuild self-trust, ditch all-or-nothing thinking, and finally stop treating food like a mathematical equation or moral test. This isn't about having more willpower. It's not about tracking. It's about retraining your brain so that your healthy eating habits start to feel natural and sustainable. Inside this episode: Why “just try harder” backfires—and what to do instead The one mindset shift that unlocks consistency How to rebuild self-trust after years of failed promises to yourself The real reason you keep bingeing (it's not about sugar) What to focus on before weight loss to make it last If you're tired of starting over and ready to explore a completely different (and actually effective) approach, this episode will help you understand why nothing has worked—yet—and what you need to turn your goal into a reality. Connect with Leslie: • Website • Instagram • Facebook If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. Spots limited.
If you've ever ended the night face-first in a pint of ice cream thinking, “I just need more willpower,” this episode is a must-listen. In today's episode of the Outsmart Overeating podcast, Coach Steph and I dismantle the myth that self-control is your missing ingredient. Spoiler: You don't have a willpower problem. You have a thinking problem—and it's not your fault. We'll show you: Why willpower works in short bursts but always fails long term How decision fatigue is silently sabotaging your food choices The surprising reason your most disciplined efforts are making you feel more out of control Why emotional needs—not food—are the real root of overeating And how changing your inner psychology creates lasting change without food rules or obsession We're pulling back the curtain on the real drivers behind compulsive eating—like perfectionism, scarcity thinking, and deeply rooted beliefs around weight and worth—and showing you how to break the cycle for good. If you're tired of being stuck in the binge-restrict loop, this episode will leave you feeling seen, validated, and most importantly—equipped with actionable insights you can use today.
After losing 100 pounds, a Reddit user admitted something heartbreaking: “I thought eventually I'd feel normal around food… but it's dawning on me that this is forever. And that's depressing.” In this episode, Coach Steph and I unpack why so many dieters end up feeling hopeless—even after massive weight loss—and how diet culture traps us in an exhausting cycle of restriction, obsession, and fear of regaining it all. You'll learn: Why weight loss alone doesn't heal your relationship with food The real reason calorie counting and food rules aren't sustainable What it actually looks like to eat like a “normal” healthy person—and keep the weight off Why you must lose it the way you want to live it If the idea of spending the rest of your life obsessing over every bite makes you want to scream, this episode is for you. Listen now to find a new way forward—one that doesn't suck the joy out of your life. Connect with Leslie: • Website • Instagram • Facebook If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.
Struggling with late-night pantry raids or grabbing snacks when stress hits? In this episode of Outsmart Overeating, Coach Steph and I dive deep into your emotional eating triggers—why it happens, how to spot it, and actionable steps to break the cycle. You'll learn how to identify the difference between binge eating and emotional eating, uncover subconscious habits driving your overeating, and learn how to break the cycle using the powerful SLIP protocol we teach our clients. With practical tools like trigger tracking and compassionate accountability, this episode will show you EXACTLY how to process your emotions without food so you can lose weight and master self-control at every bite. Connect with Leslie: • Website • Instagram • Facebook If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.
Struggling to stick to your diet? In this week's episode of the Outsmart Overeating Podcast, Coach Steph and I reveal the sneaky little lies you tell yourself that sabotage your weight loss goals. We dive into the top five most common lies you tell yourself—like “I'll start tomorrow” or “I deserve it”—that keep you trapped in a cycle of overeating. With actionable strategies and our proven Mindshift Method, you'll learn how to reframe these thoughts, take control of your mind, and finally break free from the excuses holding you back. Tune in to discover how different thoughts lead to different outcomes and how developing this valuable skillset can transform your relationship with food and propel you towards permanent weight loss. Connect with Leslie: • Website • Instagram • Facebook If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.
As a professional dieter, you've probably read a lot about compulsive overeating and the uncontrollable urges that drive food obsession. So much so, that you may even feel like you're addicted to food. And chances are, what you're experiencing feels like what you're battling is far beyond willpower and personal discipline. But here's the thing. If this was a true deficit in your character, you would not be where you are in terms of career, education, regular workouts and adherence to other things in life. So what the F*#% is going on here!? Today, we discuss how you can dump the constant raging voice that tells you to eat just for the sake of eating. I know. I've been there. It doesn't just yell, it screams, "EAT THIS; EAT THIS; EAT THIS NEXT; WHAT ARE WE EATING NEXT?" regardless of what is going on. In fact, you could literally be finishing a satisfying meal and the voice will yell to eat something else, even though I am hungry and genuinely do not need anymore. Don't miss today's episode as Coach Steph and I breakdown HOW this happens and WHAT you can do, starting immediately, to silence this voice forever. Connect with Leslie: • Website • Instagram • Facebook If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and you're interested in personalized coaching, apply here. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we'll be opening the doors to Outsmart Overeating and get access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses, you can join the Interest List. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
How often do you tell yourself a story about how awful something will be and then you get to the thing you were worried about and think, 'That wasn't such a big deal!' Our brains are wired to anticipate and focus on potential threats—this is a survival mechanism known as negativity bias. It evolved to help early humans stay alert to dangers, but in modern life, it often leads us to overestimate how bad a situation will be. In today's episode, I explore a few psychological terms that are at play AND how to overcome them. Negativity Bias Impact Bias The Brain's Prediction Error - Our brains aren't great at predicting emotional outcomes accurately!! In my research, I found we are remarkably bad at predicting their future emotions—especially how long negative feelings will last. Most of the time, we adapt much faster than we expect. Also, Coach Steph joins me on the podcast and shares how all of this was at play for her when she was thinking about getting up early for a workout! I also share how this was happening when the stock market took a dip in the last couple weeks. You don't want to miss this. I find it extremely helpful to be able to recognize when our brain is in a reactive fear-based mode so I can clearly think through situations and move forward towards what I actually want! Also, join Alive AF! Now enrolling through March 30th!https://www.angelamascenik.com/aliveaf Or grab the last private room at my Palm Springs Retreathttps://www.angelamascenik.com/retreats Or work with me one-on-onehttps://form.typeform.com/to/x8tcz6lm Tags:Stop Over-drinking, Angela Mascenik, stop drinking podcast, how to feel, how to overcome addiction, how to drink less wine, change your relationship with alcohol, coach for women who want to drink less alcohol, help to stop over-drinking, stop over-drinking, life coach to help stop over-drinking, self-love, importance of self-love, online membership to stop over-drinking, program to help quit alcohol, how to quit drinking, spouses, partners, food, overeating, moderation, sober retreat, how to prioritize yourself, make yourself a priority to drink less, mental health, mental health and alcohol use, mental health awareness month, how to stop over-drinking, how to stop drinking so much wine, life coach for women who drink too much, use humor to drink less, drink less, where do I start, sober retreat, how to stop over-drinking, how to drink less alcohol, Am I an alcoholic?, why do I drink so much, how to feel your feelings, how to stop the cycle of drinking too much, coaching for women who want to drink less, life coach for drinking less alcohol, stop over-drinking and start living, Alive AF!, feeling unmotivated, do it anyway, private coaching, trusting yourself, Palm Spring, how your brain tricks you
The Truth About Weight Loss No One Tells You! Think losing 110 pounds is just about diet and exercise? Think again. In this episode of Fit Over 40, Coach Clarence sits down with Coach Steph, a woman who completely transformed her body—and her life—by mastering her mindset first.
Break the cycle of holiday weight gain by taking control of EXACTLY what and how much you eat using the 7 simple steps outlined in The Ultimate Toolkit to Stop Holiday Overeating. No foods off limits. No counting calories. No drama. This week marks the beginning of several weeks of holidays. That means parties, family gatherings, and lots of food. Thanksgiving is all about being grateful for what we have, who we are connected to in our lives. But too often, for most, it's all about the food. The turkey. The stuffing. The pies. The side dishes. Need I go on? You don't have to go to your holiday meals carrying a small Tupperware container with veggies and cottage cheese. That's old school, right? You are here to live your life and that includes enjoying good food. But that doesn't have to mean that you leave this holiday being as stuffed as the turkey. I want you to feel excited going into this holiday, not dreading it. So this week, Coach Steph and I talk about dealing with this holiday season in a way that allows for pleasure, but still leaves you in charge of what you do, how you eat and how you feel. I'm going to show you how to think going into these celebrations, what to do, and how to create an occasion for yourself that you can look back at and feel proud. Proud of yourself for keeping your word to yourself, AND still enjoying all of the food. Can you do it? After listening to this episode, I have NO DOUBT. Connect with Leslie: Website Instagram Facebook If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and you're interested in personalized coaching, apply here. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we'll be opening the doors to Unstuffed and get access to our early action bonuses, you can join the interest list. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight without dieting, but also how to lose the struggle, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
We are celebrating 300 episodes of the Stop Over-drinking and Start Living Podcast! Coach Steph Tell happily joined me today and together we reflected on 300 episodes. Coach Steph joined my original small group coaching program right when I started this version of the podcast in January 2019. She's been here for the full journey of this podcast, multiple coaching programs launched, and has seen hundreds of women come through all working on their own relationship with alcohol. We discuss the most common trends over the past 5 years that include, coaching on relationships, including those adult children, evening routines that make it feel impossible to cut back, how people handle failures, and how doing the work for 5 years just makes you better and better. You don't want to miss this milestone episode of celebration and advice, no matter where you are on your journey to cut back! Don't forget to leave me a 5-start iTunes review today! Join Alive AF! www.angelamascenik.com/aliveafGet info about my 1-day Sober October Retreat, www.angelamascenik.com/eventsSign up to retreat in Cancun with me in December and/or Palm Springs in May 2025 here: https://www.angelamascenik.com/2024retreatsandcoachingWork with me privately by filling out an application HERE: https://form.typeform.com/to/x8tcz6lm Tags:Stop Over-drinking, Angela Mascenik, stop drinking podcast, how to feel, how to overcome addiction, how to drink less wine, change your relationship with alcohol, coach for women who want to drink less alcohol, help to stop over-drinking, stop over-drinking, life coach to help stop over-drinking, self-love, importance of self-love, online membership to stop over-drinking, program to help quit alcohol, how to quit drinking, spouses, partners, food, overeating, moderation, sober retreat, how to prioritize yourself, make yourself a priority to drink less, mental health, mental health and alcohol use, mental health awareness month, how to stop over-drinking, how to stop drinking so much wine, life coach for women who drink too much, use humor to drink less, drink less, where do I start, wine free work week, sober retreat, How to handle differences of opinion, how to stop over-drinking, how to drink less alcohol, Am I an alcoholic?, why do I drink so much, how to feel your feelings, how to stop the cycle of drinking too much, coaching for women who want to drink less, life coach for drinking less alcohol, stop over-drinking and start living, Alive AF!, 300 episodes, reflecting, journey to cut back
As a professional dieter, you've probably read a lot about compulsive overeating and the uncontrollable urges that drive food obsession. So much so, that you may even feel like you're addicted to food. And chances are, what you're experiencing feels like what you're battling is far beyond willpower and personal discipline. But here's the thing. If this was a true deficit in your character, you would not be where you are in terms of career, education, regular workouts and adherence to other things in life. So what the F*#% is going on here!? Today, we discuss how you can dump the constant raging voice that tells you to eat just for the sake of eating. I know. I've been there. It doesn't just yell, it screams, "EAT THIS; EAT THIS; EAT THIS NEXT; WHAT ARE WE EATING NEXT?" regardless of what is going on. In fact, you could literally be finishing a satisfying meal and the voice will yell to eat something else, even though I am hungry and genuinely do not need anymore. Don't miss today's episode as Coach Steph and I breakdown HOW this happens and WHAT you can do, starting immediately, to silence this voice forever. Connect with Leslie: Website Instagram Facebook If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and you're interested in personalized coaching, apply here. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we'll be opening the doors to Unstuffed and get access to our early action bonuses, you can join the interest list. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight without dieting, but also how to lose the struggle, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
Summary In this episode, host Roni Jai speaks with Coach Steph, a registered dietitian and personal trainer, about navigating health and mindset for women in midlife. They discuss the importance of mindset transformation, the role of nutrition, and debunk common myths surrounding health and fitness. Coach Steph emphasizes the significance of strength training, understanding macros, and managing hormonal changes while promoting self-love as a crucial element in achieving wellness goals. The conversation provides valuable insights and practical tips for women looking to improve their health and mindset. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Health and Mindset Transformation 00:56 Coach Steph's Journey to Nutrition and Fitness 04:08 Focusing on Women in Midlife 06:58 Understanding Food Choices and Nutrition 10:52 Debunking Myths in Health and Fitness 14:08 The Importance of Macros and Caloric Intake 19:53 Strength Training for Women in Midlife 27:07 Managing Hormonal Changes and Nutrition 36:03 The Role of Self-Love in Wellness 50:53 Final Thoughts and Resources To learn more about Coach Steph's FB Group: Click here Free 5-Day Journal Prompts for women in midlife: Midlife Reflections Facebook Community: Navigating Life After 40 Recent Blog post:Conquer Imposter Syndrome in Midlife: Proven Strategies to Boost Your Confidence and Embrace Your Worth Follow NLA40 at www.navigatinglifeafter40.com Looking for Perimenopause and Menopause relief visit myalloy.com and use code NAVGIATE20 for $20off Love my catchy eyewear? Visit zeelool.com and use code NAVIGATE for %15 off
In this episode of the Business of Strength Podcast, host Dan Goodman is joined by Varsity House Gym coaches Colin and Stephanie. They discuss the importance of building a strong community within your gym and providing members with an exceptional experience. The conversation covers tips and strategies for engaging your gym community, creating a "third place" for members beyond just home and work, and ways to encourage positive word-of-mouth referrals. This episode is a must-watch for gym owners and fitness professionals looking to strengthen their member experience and foster a thriving community. Don't miss the details on the upcoming Strongest Year business of strength retreat happening September 19-20 in Scottsdale, Arizona - there's still time to save $300 on your ticket! Just head to bosretreat.com and enter code RETREAT24
ANNOUNCEMENT: Are you a Burned Out Dieter Who's Struggling to Stay on Track? Join me and Coach Steph in the Outsmart Overeating program -- 6 weeks dedicated to helping emotional, binge, and compulsive overeaters STOP OVEREATING through psychology, NOT restrictive dieting or willpower. You can snag all the details on the enrollment page. This week, I invited client, Dr Leah, onto the show to share her experience in my signature psychology-based weight loss program, Unstuffed. As a doctor, Leah reveals how little formal nutrition education she actually received in her medical training. And as a struggling dieter herself, she found the standard medical recommendation to "follow a Keto diet for weight loss" to be nearly impossible to maintain, especially after having her first child. In this episode, Leah talks about the power of habits and the benefit of having a deeper 'why' than simply wanting to lose weight for health and vanity. In Leah's case, she felt a strong connection to wanting to honor and respect a body that was made in God's image. Also, it was important to her to pass down these habits to her children and create a healthy environment where she could thrive -- both in home and at the office with her patients -- by being a good role model. She's been enjoying the benefits of the program so much that she's now convinced her husband (another doctor) to join. Healthy habits truly are the gift that keeps on giving! If you're a burned out dieter who's feeling frustrated and hopeless, be sure to give this episode a listen. Dieting challenges usually get worse with time, not better. Do your future-self a favor and take action now. Connect with Leslie: Website Instagram Facebook If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and you're interested in personalized coaching, apply here. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we'll be opening the doors to Unstuffed and get access to our early action bonuses, you can join the interest list. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
ANNOUNCEMENT: Are you a Burned Out Dieter Who's Struggling to Stay on Track? Join me and Coach Steph on our FREE LIVE TRAINING as we share how to achieve Lifelong Weight Loss through psychology, NOT restrictive dieting or willpower. You can snag all the details when you register HERE. As Nicolette was entering her 20's, she started developing an eating disorder. She eventually found a therapist, and at first her progress was significant. But slowly, over time, she noticed that she was still thinking about food in an obsessive and controlling way. It wasn't as obvious as before, but the subtle behaviors -- like trying to eat 'clean' and stick to her macros -- still felt like they were consuming too much of her mental bandwidth. This week, I'm excited to share the story of past client, Nicolette Tomaszewski. At 37 years-old, Nicolette is now a therapist, who has recently undergone one of the most transformative eating experiences of her life. In this episode, Nicolette gets real by getting vulnerable. Some of the topics discussed: She reveals the unconventional process that changed everything and how it turned out to be EXACTLY what she needed to break-free from the cycle of dysfunctional dieting for good. She shares why therapy didn't give her all the tools she needed to stop the weight loss obsession (and what has actually worked) How this going through this life-changing process has impacted the way she counsels her own clients in therapy in a way that's compassionate, yet goal-supporting How breaking up with dieting has opened up more ways for her to live a rich, rewarding life while maintaining a healthy, fit body in a way that feels easy and effortless. If you're a burned out dieter who's feeling frustrated and hopeless, be sure to give this episode a listen. Dieting challenges usually get worse with time, not better. Do your future-self a favor and take action now. Connect with Leslie: Website Instagram Facebook If you're struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and you're interested in personalized coaching, apply here. Or, if you want to be the first to know when we'll be opening the doors to Unstuffed and get access to our early action bonuses, you can join the interest list. If you want to learn how to not-only lose weight, but lose the struggle along side it, you can get started by taking the Weight Loss Psychology Quiz: Discover Your Diet Personality Type
In this podcast episode, Casie Ludemann introduces her two coaches, Steph and Kylie, and discusses their backgrounds and areas of expertise. They touch on topics such as health, nutrition, mindset, fitness, and gut health. They also share personal stories about their own health journeys, including struggles with gut issues and autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto's. The coaches emphasize the importance of a holistic approach to health and fitness, debunking fad diets and promoting sustainable routines. They each have a specific type of client they enjoy working with, such as busy moms, gritty individuals, and beginners. In this conversation, the hosts discuss their pet peeves as coaches and offer advice to new clients. They emphasize the importance of being open-minded, communicating effectively, and setting realistic expectations. They also highlight the significance of celebrating small victories and focusing on progress rather than perfection. The hosts stress the need for consistency and trust in the process, as well as the importance of mindset and nutrition in achieving health goals. They announce an upcoming workshop series on nutrition, mindset, and fitness.Hosting our first ever 3-day Virtual Lifestyle Webinar. 3-90 minutes session via zoom, each session will have it own focus on, nutrition, mindset & fitness. The three days will be August 22, 26 and 29th at 730-9pm EST. Even if you cant make it live, you get the recordings for life. Its an insanely low price of $49 for over $350 of value. Pay attention to our stories, IG, and emails for more info. Here is the link below to register https://train.casiejericholifestylecoaching.com/products/5150/purchaseDo not go about this alone,, let a coach and a community guide you. Stop comparing yourself to Karen Ozempic at work who is loosing 10lbs. week but her hair is also evaporating into thin air. Do this the right way, the way that lasts, the way thats going to keep you around for your kids and grandkids. Inquire here for coaching you wont regret itCoaching Application Belowgo.casiejericholifestylecoaching.comFollow me on IG: @casiejerichoIf you are someone who is looking for sustainable weight loss, muscle growth and that desired "toned" look check out my website at : www.casiejericholifestylecoaching.com and lets shake things up.Join our amazing community of clients who have done it all, from over 50lb weight loss ( and still going), squatting their body weight, decreasing their body fat %, fit into jeans they wore in High School, cured their forever long unhealthy relationship with food, ran their first 5k and so much more.Become a 1:1 client where we become your Polly Pocket Lifestyle Coach, here for you whenever you need or join the CJLC app and get the toes wet with some KICK ASS workouts and family/kid friendly recipes & all the education you could dream of for internal & external health.https://train.casiejericholifestylecoaching.com/trainers/1235859/landing/Use Code : Aminuslife10 . for 10% off any coaching or App purchase ..And always please listen, share, review and follow this podcast, lets laugh at me and with me as we enjoy this wild life we created. Consistency Not Perfection.IG Handles@casiejericho@steffiee51@kaileeuniquefit
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On today's episode the crew wraps up another magical season with a few guest hosts including: Wigz, Mail Man, and Coach Steph. Together they discuss the Super Bowl, Gentrification in entertainment, Bronny James, Kobe Statue and a recap on the Grammy's and what it means to have our own as black men and women in this Country. The crew takes a deep dive into our own self inflicted wounds and how we can do better as a people all together! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/enlightenedonespodcast/message
The Dirt Trail Running Podcast-Coaches Edition with Coach Loretta, Coach Reese and special guest Coach Steph. This episode Coach Steph Dannenberg shares her experiences and expertise as a mountain runner and coach. If you are thinking about running an mountain ultra this is a talk you won't want to miss. Even Coach Reese and Coach Loretta gained some tools for their coaching tool box. @ornerymulecoaching
Coach Steph joins me today to discuss the most common setbacks women experience when working on cutting back on how much they are drinking. These are common themes that we see over and over again when clients ask for coaching. The reasons why they are not seeing the progress that they want to see: Fear of failing Waiting for the “right” time Telling themselves they don't have the time Believing they always have to feel motivated Listen to this casual conversation as we talk about these obstacles and our recommendations for moving through them. If you want direct coaching on your common setbacks, you can join Alive AF! by clicking here: https://www.angelamascenik.com/aliveaf To listen to Coach Steph's story, click here:https://www.angelamascenik.com/podcasts/stop-over-drinking-and-start-living/episodes/2147641424 Tags:Angela Mascenik, Angela stop over-drinking coach, become emotionally unattached to alcohol, drink less, do more, drink less wine, emotional drinking, emotional eating, how do I feel my feelings, how to cut back on how much I drink, how to feel classy, how to feel to stop over-drinking, how to feel your urges, stop over drinking coach, Stop over-drinking and Start Living podcast, stop over-drinking help for women, Alive AF, moderation, quitting, reducing your drinking, sober retreat, born to be alive, forest therapy, forest bathing, how to stick to your planned amount, scared of change, the buzz, spouse, husband, partner, social groups, family groups, negative feelings, intuition, listening, being positive doesn't work, validated, what isn't working, options, benefits, mindful, pivoting, pivot, last chance, vacation, relationships, setbacks, motivation