Podcasts about Weight

Check out Marek Health at https://marekhealth.com/syatt and get 10% OFF your first order using code: SYATTIn this episode of The Jordan Syatt Podcast, I shoot the breeze and answer questions from listeners with my podcast producer, Tony, and we discuss:- Undulating step counts for health- GLP-1's and pregnancy- Are you eating enough calories?- Ending a toxic relationship with your weight- The most underrated tool for strength and conditioning- Strength training with injuries- Progressive overload and training to failure- Sustainability in training- Priorities for new parents and "making up" for a busy schedule- And more...Check out my FREE Calorie Calculator: https://linktw.in/ALnNALDo you have any questions you want us to discuss on the podcast? Give Tony a follow and shoot him a DM on Instagram - @tone_reverie - https://www.instagram.com/tone_reverie/ I hope you enjoy this episode and, if you do, please leave a review on iTunes (huge thank you to everyone who has written one so far).Finally, if you've been thinking about joining The Inner Circle but haven't yet... we have hundreds of home and bodyweight workouts for you and you can get them all: https://www.sfinnercircle.com/

2026 is asking something new of you. Not more hustle. Not more noise. But resonance. With your truth. Your path. Your body. Your life. That's what ARRIVE is about – a free 3-day global activation designed to bring you home to yourself. Join us. Feb 17–19 • Live • Online • Free​​​​​​​​​​​​​ ​​ ​​ ➤ Join the Free Fire Horse Challenge Now: Sign up here   ——- REWILDING WEEKLY ——- In this episode, we dive into 7 core themes shaping Feb 16–22: the final shedding of the Snake, a fate-altering Fire Horse Eclipse, the Saturn–Neptune reset at 0° Aries, and the miracle field opening for soul-seeded new beginnings. 7 Themes Ride the Lightning This Eclipse isn't gentle. It's square Uranus, electric, and the kind of energy that either launches you forward — or zaps your system. Prompt: How can I ride the bolt… instead of getting burned by it? The Last Shedding — It's Done The Snake year is over. That final identity, attachment, or karmic thread? Gone. Prompt: What skin has finally been shed? Aim True or Get Tossed Fire Horse momentum is fierce. If you're aligned — it's miraculous. If not — it can feel chaotic. Practice: Anchor in your truest North. Choose your soul's direction — or it'll be chosen for you. The Trickster Walks Beside You This Eclipse is Trickster-coded. Expect time warps, surprise messages, and strange synchronicities. Prompt: What am I clinging to that the Trickster might be trying to shake loose? New Timeline, New You Saturn and Neptune meet at 0° Aries — the zodiac's true birth point. This is soul-level seeding. A blank slate. Practice: Breathe into your blank canvas. What dream wants to be born through you? Truth or Burnout This energy is fast. But are you chasing momentum… or meaning? Prompt: What brings me deep-body yes? What burns me out? Embodiment Is the Way Through Venus on the North Node calls your soul into your body. Not to buzz out — but to land. Practice: Move. Walk. Breathe. Let your system arrive now. ——————— Mark These 2 Energy Days TUESDAY, FEB 17 — Fire Horse New Moon Eclipse (Aquarius) Truth bomb meets lightning bolt. North Node is activated. Your path shifts — fast. Tip: Eclipse energy bends time. Don't assign meaning too quickly. Ride the wave. FRIDAY, FEB 20 — Saturn–Neptune Conjunction at 0° Aries New dream. New body. New timeline. Seed from your soul. Drop what doesn't belong. Practice: Let go cleanly. Let the past die with grace. ——————— Rituals for the Week ​​​​​​​ Truest True North Practice Pull life force up. Aim it at your soul's deepest longing. Then let that arrow fly — and watch your week align. Nervous System Anchoring List Write it now. Grounding practices you can lean on when the energy gets buzzy or blown out. Morning Eclipse Alignment Each morning, before the noise… Attune to the miracle field: Let me live from soul. Let me walk in magic. Let me trust what moves through me today. P.S. This is what the ARRIVE Challenge is designed for. To land your soul. To clear the noise. To walk through this portal… awake, aligned, and embodied. Doors close the night of Feb 17 — no replays or late entries. Join us if your bones say yes. Sign Up for the Free 3-Day Fire Horse Challenge Next-Step Journeys The Path of the Priest/ess In-Person Retreat This is our only in-person Priestess Training offered this year — a 5-day advanced retreat in Ibiza, Spain (22–26 April 2026), limited to 24 participants and available by application only. Early Bird Pricing available through March 1st, 2026. → Details & application here Listen to “Feb 16–22 Astrology | Shock & Awe: The Fire Horse Eclipse“ podcast here… Topics Explored in “Feb 16–22 Astrology | Shock & Awe: The Fire Horse Eclipse” podcast: (Times based off audio version) (0:00) Eclipse Week Shock & Awe | Fire Horse Solar Eclipse + Saturn–Neptune Reset (4:35) ARRIVE Challenge | Free Eclipse Portal (6:18) Theme 1: North Node Destiny, True North & Aim True (13:30) Theme 2: Eclipse Trickster Energy 18:59 Theme 3: New Moon Blank Canvas (21:41) Theme 4: Drop the Weight (23:20) Theme 5: Uranus Activation & Nervous System Grounding (34:16) Theme 6: Embodiment: True North Practice & Earth Star (37:37) Theme 7: Aquarius Integrity Codes (46:51) True True North Practice (50:24) Eclipse Portal Prep | Arrive. Fire Horse Challenge (Feb 17–19) (55:24) Final Transmission & Blessing You can leave a comment or question for Sabrina on the YouTube version of this episode. Listen to after “Feb 16–22 Astrology | Shock & Awe: The Fire Horse Eclipse”: What’s Done is Done Eclipse Portal Opens Leo Full Moon & Eclipse Portal Snake to Horse Portal Episode Watch Part 1 — “Are You in the First Wave?”  STAY CONNECTED ReWilding Weekly (free, embodied astrology)  IG  Website  Disclaimer: Educational/spiritual perspectives; not medical/mental-health advice. #2025Shift #NewHuman #SpiritualAwakening Welcome to ReWilding with Sabrina Lynn & ReWilding for Women! A gifted facilitator of revolutionary inner work and the world's leading archetypal embodiment expert, Sabrina Lynn is the creator of the groundbreaking ReWilding Way and founder of ReWilding For Women. Sabrina has led more than 100,000 people through programs based on the ReWilding Way, a modality of healing and awakening that strips away the false, the deep wounds from early life, and the fears that hold people back, to reveal their true and unique soul light and help them build their innate capacity to shine it in the world. Her work includes in-person retreats and events, the monthly ReWilding Membership, Living Close to the Bone, Priest/ess Trainings, Mystery Schools, the ReWilding with the Archetypes, and the wildly popular 6 Faces of the Feminine workshop series. Welcome to ReWilding! The post 365 – Feb 16–22 Astrology | Shock & Awe: The Fire Horse Eclipse + Saturn–Neptune Reset appeared first on Rewilding for Women.

IntroductionThis sermon addresses the reality of the "dark night of the soul"—those seasons where God remains silent despite persistent prayer. By examining Psalm 77, we explore the tension between deep personal suffering and the historical faithfulness of God. Using the Exodus story as a backdrop, we see how the biblical pattern of "hiding before rescue" serves to prepare the heart for a more intimate revelation of the Divine.Scripture ReferencesPsalm 77: The lament of Asaph and the remembrance of God's wonders.Exodus 1–14: The narrative of revelation, rescue, and recompense.Matthew 27:46: Jesus' cry of dereliction on the cross.Ephesians 2:4-7: God's mercy in making us alive with Christ.Key PointsThe Honesty of Lament: Asaph models a faith that is not afraid to cry out. Bringing raw emotion, insomnia, and even "moaning" to God is a form of worship. The Psalms give us a vocabulary for pain when our own words fail.The Reality of Divine Silence: Silence from Heaven is a normal part of the Christian experience. It does not necessarily indicate unrepentant sin; often, it is a "divine peekaboo"—a purposeful hiding that focuses our attention and prepares us for a clearer revelation.The Weight of Remembrance: When feelings suggest God has forgotten to be gracious, we must intentionally shift the weight of our perspective to history. Asaph concludes that God's way is "holy" (set apart) by meditating on the Exodus.Building Personal and Community Monuments: Because we are prone to forget, we must create "altars"—recorded testimonies, family traditions, or shared community stories—that serve as tangible evidence of God's past faithfulness during current storms.The Ultimate Rescue: Our hope is anchored in the Gospel. Just as the Red Sea was parted, Christ entered the waters of death to provide the final rescue. His resurrection is the promise that every "hidden face" of God will eventually be revealed.ConclusionSuffering is not the end of the story, but the tilling of the soil. God's footprints may be unseen in the "great waters" of our lives, but He leads His people like a flock. Whether through personal history, the community of the church, or the ancient story of the Exodus, we find the strength to hold fast until the hands of God part and we see Him face to face.Calls to ActionRecord Your History: Start a "Family Poem" or a journal of "But God" moments to document specific instances of provision and rescue.Engage in Community: Share a testimony of grace with someone in your small group or pact to help build their faith.Pray the Psalms: This week, find a Psalm of lament that resonates with your current trial and pray it back to God as your own. Support the show*Summaries and transcripts are generated using AI. Please notify us if you find any errors.

Ever felt called and crushed at the same time? We dig into the life of Moses to explore how real leadership stretches the soul, from a childhood of unlikely rescue to the desert where calling and capacity collide. We talk about what happens when influence grows faster than your systems, why “what you're doing is not good” can be the most freeing feedback you'll ever receive, and how honest prayer becomes a lifeline when the crowd starts grumbling.Together we trace Moses' formation: a man torn between palace privilege and a wounded people, learning identity in the wilderness before being sent back into the fire. We unpack the paradox all leaders face—impact that inspires and pressure that frays your mind—and we name the moments that bruise the deepest: public criticism, private betrayal, and even family turning against you. From Jethro's practical wisdom to the seventy elders sharing the weight, we show how sustainable leadership is built on limits, team, and trust. We also call out the quiet saboteur in many of us: accumulated anger. Moses' missteps warn us that resentment leaks into choices unless we process pain with God and set clear boundaries.You'll leave with five grounded practices for your mental health as a leader: accept your limits, say hard things to God, watch for accumulated anger, share the weight, and keep leading after disappointment. Moses never stepped into the promised land, yet he blessed the people and raised Joshua. That kind of legacy reframes success away from applause and toward alignment with God's voice. If you're a pastor, teacher, manager, or parent carrying others through hard terrain, this conversation offers language for your struggle and courage for your next step.If this encouraged you, follow the show, share it with a leader who needs it, and leave a review so more people can find these conversations. What practice will you try this week?☀️ CONNECT with Sunburnt Souls Discover more from Sunburnt Souls — a Christian mental health podcast sharing real stories of faith, hope, and healing at sunburntsouls.com. Explore our library of Christian mental health resources, including podcasts, free devotionals, and online courses designed to help you strengthen your faith, overcome anxiety and depression, and experience emotional and spiritual renewal.

The news is built to show us what's breaking — not what's improving. In this episode, we step back from markets and crises to look at areas where real progress is happening. This isn't an argument that the world is perfect. It's a reminder that change is often slow, uneven, and easy to miss while it's happening. Sometimes the most important trends don't make headlines.

I've had a bunch of requests to write about this so here you go! Novo Nordisk has a long and sordid history of misdeeds, many of which I've written about previously. Now they have a new one to add to the list. Get full access to Weight and Healthcare at weightandhealthcare.substack.com/subscribe

In this transformative episode of The Empowering Story, Jean Dorff  investigates a deep and nuanced question: What happens when the language and identity of victimhood, which once protected us, begins to burden us? Building on previous discussions about trauma and healing, this episode explores the powerful yet delicate distinction between honoring your story and becoming stuck within it. Key Topics Covered: The Role of Language in Trauma Recovery: Jean revisit how naming and accepting victimhood can stabilize the nervous system, acting as a necessary protective shield in the initial stages of healing. When Acceptance Becomes Identity: The hosts unpack the risk of getting "stuck" in victimhood—when acceptance morphs into identity and the story of harm becomes a source of ongoing organization for your sense of self. Understanding Adaptation vs. Manipulation: Jean Dorff compassionately explains how identity-based victimhood is not a flaw, but an intelligent adaptation to environments that denied or punished your truth. The Impact of Community and Online Spaces: Discover how trauma-informed communities and online spaces can help people feel seen for the first time, but also sometimes reinforce injury as identity through validation loops. Embodied Signs of Integration: The episode brings a trauma-informed lens to healing. Integration isn't declared—it's noticed through shifts in the body: longer exhales, relaxed shoulders, reduced urgency in speech. These subtle cues reveal growth beyond the narrative. Restoring Choice and Authorship: Healing is reframed not as erasing or minimizing the past, but as reclaiming your freedom and authorship over whether your story defines you. Jean offers reflective questions for listeners to explore their own relationship with their story. Top Quotes: "Acceptance is present when the body settles. Identity forms when the nervous system still organizes around being believed." "Integration is not a decision; it is a capacity built through repeated, embodied experiences of safety." "The difference between honoring truth and remaining organized around it is choice." Who Should Listen: This episode is for survivors, trauma therapists, coaches, and anyone interested in trauma recovery, identity, and the intersection of psychology and community. If you've ever wondered about the boundary between honoring your past and reclaiming your future, this conversation will resonate deeply. Why This Episode Matters: With rich, trauma-informed insight and compassion, Jean leverages both expertise and lived experience to illuminate the path from survival to true healing. Their reflections draw from somatic, psychological, and social perspectives, ensuring information you can trust. Connect and Reflect: What part of your truth wants more space? Do you feel relief after telling your story, or is there an urge to repeat it? Share your reflections, or listen in again when you're ready to lean further into freedom. Keywords for SEO: trauma recovery, victimhood, healing from trauma, podcast, nervous system, trauma-informed, embodiment, integration, authorship, identity, moving on, somatic healing, psychological safety Listen and subscribe to The Empowering Story Podcast for more insights on trauma recovery, healing, and self-authorship.

In this episode of the Asking Why podcast, host Clint Davis welcomes back Rosalie Elliott, a YouTube content creator known for her psychological takes on music reactions. They discuss Rosalie's journey in expanding her platform from reaction videos to a more holistic approach that includes education, coaching, and personal growth. The conversation delves into the challenges of navigating the digital landscape, the importance of authenticity, and the impact of personal stories on audience engagement. They also explore the responsibility that comes with influence, the role of pain in society, and the need for self-regulation in a fast-paced world. The episode concludes with reflections on the ripple effect of their work and the importance of relationships in healing. Rosalie Elliott is a teacher, counselor, singer-songwriter, producer, and podcast creator whose work bridges world music, psychology, and philosophy. She's passionate about encouraging others through stories of hope, healing, and freedom, and hosts The Rosalie Elliott Show, where she explores culture, creativity, human behavior, and meaning through thoughtful conversations. Rosalie brings a whole-hearted perspective shaped by her journey as a wife, mom, artist, and lifelong learner — inviting listeners to reflect deeply, grow intentionally, and engage the world with curiosity and joy.    Social Media:   youtube.com/@rosalieelliottofficial  instragram.com/rosalieelliottofficial facebook.com/@rosalieelliottofficial  Tiktok.com/@rosalieelliottofficial    Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:50 Evolving Content and Purpose 03:44 Navigating Trends and Authenticity 08:51 Engagement and Community Impact 11:44 The Weight of Responsibility 16:43 Understanding Power and Identity 20:44 The Role of God and Faith 24:53 Therapeutic Relationships and Coaching 30:36 Finding Balance in Therapy 32:03 The Impact of Therapist-Client Relationships 34:33 Real-World Experience vs. Textbook Learning 36:27 The Value of Unique Contributions 37:59 Navigating Pain and Polarization in Society 40:34 The Role of Validation in Healing 43:03 Encouragement to Take Action 43:59 Addressing Current Mental Health Climate 49:11 The Dangers of Surface-Level Validation 54:04 The Ripple Effect of Genuine Connection

Podcast Description: In Part 2 of this two-part episode of Whiskey, Jazz & Leadership, host Galen Bingham continues his inspiring conversation with DeVone  Holt, President and CEO of the Muhammad Ali Center. DeVone  shares the immense responsibility of preserving and amplifying the legacy of Muhammad Ali, a global icon who continues to inspire generations nearly a decade after his passing.   This episode dives into the leadership principles that defined Ali's life, including emotional intelligence, respect, and the ability to connect with people from all walks of life. DeVone  also discusses the challenges of leading an organization that represents such a monumental figure and how the Muhammad Ali Center is fostering compassion and unity in a polarized world.   Listen in as DeVone  Reflects on: The Weight of Leadership: What it means to lead an organization dedicated to Muhammad Ali's legacy. Global Impact: How Ali became one of the most beloved and recognizable figures in history. Emotional Intelligence: How Ali's ability to connect with people made him a leader both in and out of the ring. Compassion and Unity: The Muhammad Ali Center's work to combat polarization through the Ali Index. Leadership Lessons: Why trusting your instincts and learning from failure are essential for growth.   What you drinking? Galen pours a glass of Luxe Row Copper Top, a bold 118.4-proof bourbon exclusive to the Luxe Row Distillery in Kentucky. Meanwhile, DeVone  keeps it clean with water, staying sharp and focused as he shares his insights on leadership and legacy.   Want more? For four dollars a month, you can become a Patreon VIP. You'll get early access to every Part Two episode. A deep archive of exclusive conversations. Insight into who's coming next. And direct access to Galen himself. Join the VIP circle today Click Here. Cheers to leadership that matters!

Have you ever felt like the version of you who lost weight before… just doesn't work anymore?Or like you keep starting strong, then something shifts — and you can't figure out why?It's not a willpower problem.It's an identity pattern.In this episode, I'm breaking down the 4 Weight Loss Alter Ego Archetypes and how building an intentional alter ego can change the way you approach food, habits, discipline, and self-trust.Because sustainable weight loss isn't about trying harder.It's about becoming the right version of you.In This Episode We Explore:Why alter egos aren't fake — they're identity toolsHow archetypes explain your change patternWhy discipline alone doesn't work long-termThe difference between forcing change and embodying itHow to invoke the right archetype before your next decisionThe 4 Weight Loss Archetypes

Weight fluctuations don't always mean progress or failure — often, they're simply your body doing what it's designed to do. In this episode of Tuesday Talks, the Conways break down the real reasons the scale moves, from hydration and hormones to stress, sleep, digestion, and timing. They share practical insight on how to stay grounded and consistent when the number shifts, so you can stop fighting your body and start understanding it. If the ups and downs of the scale have ever shaken your confidence, this reassuring conversation will help you see the bigger picture and trust the process.

Convos from the Couch welcomes Olympic athletes Steve Mesler and Jeremy Dodson for a powerful, honest conversation about the mental health realities behind the world's biggest stage. While fans see strength, precision, and glory, today's episode pulls back the curtain on what elite competitors carry long before — and long after — they step onto the track or into the sled. We explore how early ambition, identity, vulnerability, and pressure shape athletes not just as competitors, but as human beings. Steve and Jeremy share openly about their journeys to the Olympics, the cultural norms that discouraged vulnerability, and the emotional—and sometimes isolating—experience of life after competition. From journaling and self-awareness to connection, purpose, and reframing inner dialogue, each offers deeply personal insights into what supports resilience and long-term wellbeing. Listeners will also learn about the efforts happening at the International Olympic Committee and through organizations like Classroom Champions to expand mental health resources and reimagine how athletes are supported throughout their careers. Join the conversation to hear two Olympians reflect on identity, purpose, and the importance of treating mental health with the same care and training as the physical body.

This is Christian Meditation for A Bigger Life – a time for you to relax your body and refocus your mind to experience the reality of God's presence. I'm Dave Cover. I want to help you with Christian meditation where you can break through all the distractions and experience God's presence through biblically guided imagination.  2 Corinthians 4:17-18 CSB “For our momentary light affliction is producing for us an absolutely incomparable eternal weight of glory. So we do not focus on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” Who can you share this podcast with? If you found this episode helpful, consider sharing it on social media or texting it to a friend you think might benefit from it. Follow Dave Cover on X (Twitter) @davecover Follow A Bigger Life on X @ABiggerLifePod Our audio engineer is Matthew Matlack. This podcast is a ministry of The Crossing, a church in Columbia, Missouri, a college town where the flagship campus of the University of Missouri is located. 

Why has yogurt making gone viral?First of all, it's NOT yogurt. It looks and smells like yogurt. By FDA regulations, something called yogurt must be fermented with traditional yogurt-making microbes Lactobacillus bulgaricus and Streptococcus thermophilus. That's NOT what we are doing. Instead, we are fermenting human microbes, i.e., microbes that are adapted to the human body and provide substantial benefits but have been lost by most people because of their susceptibility to common antibiotics. Using my methods (prolonged fermentation, addition of prebiotic fiber, selecting microbial species to achieve specific effects) we obtain hundreds of billions of microbes per serving for greater benefits. These are the concepts I introduced in my Super Gut book and extended further in the Super Body book. Support the showYouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@WilliamDavisMD Blog: WilliamDavisMD.com Membership website for two-way Zoom group meetings: InnerCircle.DrDavisInfiniteHealth.com Books: Super Gut: The 4-Week Plan to Reprogram Your Microbiome, Restore Health, and Lose Weight Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight and Find Your Path Back to Health; revised & expanded ed

In this episode of Wisdom's Table, I dive deep into the concept of growth and the inherent costs associated with it. Building on our previous discussion about transforming our businesses into platforms for discipleship, I explore why growth—whether spiritual, personal, or professional—requires an exchange of value. I begin by emphasizing that growth is not just a linear progression; it often involves sacrifices of time, money, or energy. I challenge listeners to reconsider their approach to growth by asking not whether they are willing to pay for it, but rather what the cost of not pursuing growth might be. I share insights from my book, The Money Mandate, discussing how God established a value system that assigns different worth to various things, which ultimately shapes our economy and our lives.   Read The Money Mandate HERE Get my FREE 3 day masterclass on money mindsets straight to your inbox. SIGN UP HERE   TIMESTAMPS 00:00:01 - Welcome to Wisdom's Table Introduction to the podcast and its focus on growth in various aspects of life. 00:00:36 - The Cost of Growth Discussion on why growth requires an exchange of value and the implications of that cost. 00:02:00 - Understanding Growth Exploration of different forms of growth and the importance of recognizing that growth can take various shapes. 00:03:05 - The Exchange of Value Emphasis on the necessity of time, money, or energy as costs associated with growth. 00:04:08 - The Hard Truth The reality that prayer alone cannot bypass the cost of growth. 00:05:00 - Biblical Examples of Growth Illustration of Elisha's journey to receiving a double portion from Elijah as a model of the cost of growth. 00:06:35 - God's Design for Growth Discussion on why God designed growth to require sacrifice and the connection between heart and value. 00:08:51 - The Sacrificial System Explanation of the Old Testament sacrificial system and its relevance to the concept of exchange in the kingdom of God. 00:10:15 - Invitation to Growth Understanding that true growth begins with God's invitation and the importance of aligning with His will. 00:11:39 - The Weight of Exchange Reflection on the significance of valuing what we bring to God and the impact of that exchange. 00:13:04 - Investing in Growth Personal testimony about the importance of investing in coaching and mentorship for personal and spiritual growth. 00:15:10 - Evaluating Investments Guidance on how to assess potential investments in growth opportunities. 00:20:06 - Opportunity Cost Understanding the cost of delay and stagnation in personal growth. 00:21:08 - Clarity Cost Exploring the benefits of gaining clarity through investment in growth. 00:21:19 - Time Cost The importance of considering how investments can save time in the learning process. 00:23:05 - Releasing to Rise The spiritual principle of releasing something valuable to achieve growth and rise into one's identity. 00:24:10 - Wrap-Up and Reflection Conclusion of the episode with an invitation for listener feedback and engagement.

This is Christian Meditation for A Bigger Life – a time for you to relax your body and refocus your mind to experience the reality of God's presence. I'm Dave Cover. I want to help you with Christian meditation where you can break through all the distractions and experience God's presence through biblically guided imagination.  2 Corinthians 4:17-18 CSB “For our momentary light affliction is producing for us an absolutely incomparable eternal weight of glory. So we do not focus on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” Who can you share this podcast with? If you found this episode helpful, consider sharing it on social media or texting it to a friend you think might benefit from it. Follow Dave Cover on X (Twitter) @davecover Follow A Bigger Life on X @ABiggerLifePod Our audio engineer is Matthew Matlack. This podcast is a ministry of The Crossing, a church in Columbia, Missouri, a college town where the flagship campus of the University of Missouri is located. 

I dropped 13 pounds in a month. Not because I found a better diet. Not because I tracked harder. Not because I finally “got motivated.” It happened when I stopped doing something I've been doing for 25 years. In this episode, I share what really changed — and why weight loss was never about food for me. If you're a Christian woman who: Knows how to lose weight but can't seem to stick with it Starts strong and fades out Feels embarrassed that you keep quitting Uses food to cope with stress, overwhelm, or disappointment Wonders why you can't just follow through This one is for you. I talk about: Why I kept self-sabotaging my weight loss The connection between people-pleasing, hiding, and emotional eating How living out of alignment with who God made you to be creates stress in your body Why cravings can lose their grip when internal conflict is resolved And what finally broke the start-over cycle for me I also didn't expect to get emotional in this episode… but I did. Because this wasn't just about weight. It was about finally stepping into who God made me to be — without shrinking, second-guessing, or asking everyone else for permission. If you've ever said, “This time will be different,” and then ended up back where you started… You're not lazy. You're not broken. And you're not alone. Weight loss isn't just about what you eat. It's about why you keep quitting.   ✨ READY TO STOP THE CYCLE? If you want support from someone who gets it, let's walk this journey together: Email me for more info about my new LIVE coaching experience complete with a community of like minded women for encouragement and support. We start in a few weeks!!! Email me: nicole@nicoleyoungcoaching.com Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicole.jennifer.young/ Connect with me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicolejenniferyoung Connect with me on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@nicolejenniferyoung

I don't think most women understand the concept of eating at maintenance calories vs maintaining their weight on deficit calories.If you're eating 1,400 to 1,600 calories and not losing weight, this episode is for you.One of the biggest misconceptions I hear from women in menopause is this:“I must be eating at maintenance because my weight isn't changing.”But maintaining your weight and eating at your true maintenance calories are two very different things.After years of chronic dieting, your metabolism adapts. Your body learns how to survive on fewer calories, fat loss stalls, energy drops, digestion slows, sleep suffers, and belly fat becomes harder to lose. Most women blame menopause, but what's really happening is an underfed metabolism.In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I break down:• The difference between maintenance calories and metabolic adaptation• Why eating more is often the first step to fat loss after 50• How chronic dieting downregulates your metabolism• Why the scale jumps when you increase calories (and why it's not fat gain)• How restoring calories helps reduce belly fat and improve energy• Why maintenance calories are the foundation for sustainable fat lossI also explain how I calculate true maintenance calories for my clients, why most women are not actually at maintenance, and why trying to diet harder on already low calories is exactly why fat loss has stopped working.This episode is especially for women who feel stuck, tired, frustrated, and afraid to eat more, even though what they're doing clearly isn't working.Your metabolism isn't broken, it's underfed.I also share details about my new 4-week Metabolic Fat Loss Accelerator, where we spend two weeks restoring metabolism at maintenance calories before moving into a strategic fat loss phase. This is the same process I use with my one-on-one clients, just in a faster, structured format.If you're ready to stop chronic dieting and start working with your metabolism instead of against it, this episode will give you clarity and direction.https://go.katalystfitness.net/fatloss-acceleratorThank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode!If you want to see how we can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals!https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Coaching Process Video and booking link https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp Free No BS Menopause Secrets Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=shareFor all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalystDo you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here:https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entryHave a personal question? Email me at kathycote9142@comcast.net

Often, the reason we feel tired, stuck, or frustrated in our training, fitness, and health as active women and runners has nothing to do with willpower and everything to do with under-fueling relative to our female body's energy and support needs.In this powerful conversation, host Louise Valentine, one of the world's leading exercise physiologists and women's integrative health practitioners specializing in active women and recreational runners, sits down with Dr. Megan Hellner to unpack how active women, especially runners over 35, unknowingly fall into Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) and disordered eating patterns. They explain why always eating “clean” or following strict food rules that eliminate nourishing foods can disrupt hormones, damage health, and limit performance.You will learn how fear of carbs, diet culture, misleading marketing, and social media trends quietly drain our energy and resilience. Dr. Hellner shares why RED-S can affect women of all body sizes, how to recognize early warning signs, and when mental health support matters. Together, they emphasize returning to simple, evidence-based fueling, honoring food preferences to keep a sense of joy and balance in life, and building flexibility around eating.This episode reminds you that food is not the enemy. When you fuel well and in alignment with your female body's needs, it recovers better, performs stronger, and supports long-term vibrant health. If you want to run, train, and live with confidence through perimenopause and beyond, this conversation offers clarity, relief, and practical direction.Find a Practical Early Risk RED-S Screening Checklist here: https://www.breakingthroughwellness.com/blog/a-practical-red-s-early-risk-self-screen-checklist Learn more about Dr. Megan & colleagues virtual eating disorder clinic: www.AthleatMD.comDr. Megan Hellner's Email: Megan@AthleatMD.com Learn & level up with my free nutrition guide and award-winning Badass Breakthrough Academy to thrive through perimenopause with less stress: https://www.breakingthroughwellness.com/ Link to our FullScript where you can see curated best supplement picks & save 20%: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/breakingthroughwellness/store-start Take advantage of our podcast listener discount and save 20% off all of Kion's science-backed clean products. Code "LOUISE" saves on all future orders: https://www.getkion.com/pages/maximizing Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro(3:07) Introducing Dr. Megan Hellner and AthleatMD(8:17) Longevity over chasing PRs(10:08) Why athletes struggle with food relationships(18:17) Female-specific research and hormone changes(21:13) Fear of carbs and missing the basics(25:02) What RED-S really means(27:46) Why endurance athletes are most at risk(29:04) RED-S affects all body types(32:23) RED-S vs. eating disorders(34:20) Weight restoration and recovery(41:50) Diet culture and macro traps(45:Tune in weekly to "Maximizing Hormones, Physique, and Running Through Perimenopause" for our simple female-specific science-based revolution. Let's unlock our best with less stress!I'd love to connect! Email

This one can be tough to here, yet you can't fight biology. I learned this the hard way when I was 21 and got a mentor. Which is exactly what your son needs so you can breathe again.My mission is to help you and your son, schedule a time to chat here: https://djlogory.com/parent-discovery-call

In this episode of The Pet Food Science Podcast Show, Dr. Aulus Carciofi, full professor at São Paulo State University in Brazil, discusses how obesity alters energy metabolism in dogs and cats and why traditional diet formulation approaches fall short during weight loss. He explains why nutrient requirements must be calculated in grams per body weight rather than dry matter percentages. Dr. Carciofi also highlights the role of amino acids, lean mass preservation, and metabolic adaptation during energy restriction. Learn practical, science-based insights for improving weight loss diet formulation in pets. Listen now on all major platforms!“Formulating diets based on dry matter percentages can create the false impression of adequacy, while actual nutrient intake remains insufficient during energy restriction.”Meet the guest: Dr. Aulus Carciofi is a full professor at São Paulo State University in Brazil, where he leads clinical nutrition research focused on pet food formulation, metabolism, and nutrition-related diseases in dogs and cats. His work emphasizes ingredient evaluation, digestibility, amino acid balance, and clinical testing of diets during weight loss. Liked this one? Don't stop now — Here's what we think you'll love!Dr. Thaila Putarov: Yeast in Pet Nutrition | Ep. 74John Owen: Humanization in Pet Food Trends | Ep. 92Dr. Ricardo Vasconcellos: Cats' Food Preferences | Ep. 98Don't miss the chance to be part of the Pet Food Inner Circle!Join now and connect with leading experts in pet nutrition: https://petfoodinnercircle.com/What will you learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:14) Introduction(04:37) Formulation limits(06:48) Amino acid gaps(08:35) Weight loss rates(11:39) Lean mass(15:32) Energy expenditure(23:47) Final QuestionsThe Pet Food Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:- Biorigin* Kemin* Trouw Nutrition- Rangen Group- DietForge

What if the goal wasn't just to lose weight, but to achieve a balanced "weight health ecosystem"? In this episode, I speak with Ashley Koff about how ultra-processed foods, under-fueling, and disrupted hormones have shaped today's metabolic crisis—and why weight loss alone is the wrong goal. Ashley shares her deeply personal journey and her science-backed framework for understanding weight health, including a clear, honest conversation about GLP-1 medications and how to use them responsibly. Ashley Koff, RD, is the USA Today bestselling author of Your Best Shot (HarperOne) and founder of The Better Nutrition Program (BNP). With over twenty-five years of experience, Ashley's helped redefine how we approach sustainable, lasting weight health. In her new book, Your Best Shot, Ashley introduces weight-health hormones (GLP-1, GIP, CCK, PYY) and offers the first-ever system for assessing and optimizing these hormones, whether you're using GLP-1 medication or not. It's a game-changer for anyone who's felt stuck, blamed themselves, or been failed by traditional dieting. What you'll learn: (02:10) Why ultra-processed foods undermine satiety and metabolic health. (08:05) How dieting and under-fueling can damage digestion, hormones, and muscle. (13:40) What “weight health” means and why weight alone misses the real problem. (15:30) How GLP-1 and other incretin hormones regulate appetite, fat storage, bone, and metabolism. (17:45) Why enriched and ultra-processed foods leave the body under-resourced. (21:00) How GLP-1 medications work differently from the body's natural hormone signals. (24:10) Why fatigue, digestive issues, and muscle loss can happen on GLP-1s when dosing and nutrition aren't optimized. (30:20) Whether it's possible to come off GLP-1 medications and what sustainable success actually looks like. Love the podcast? Here's what to do: Subscribe to the podcast. Leave a review. Text a screenshot to me at 813-565-2627 and wait for a personal reply because your voice is so important to me. Want to listen to the show completely ad-free? Go to http://subscribetojj.com Click “TRY FREE” and start your ad-free journey today! When you're ready, enjoy the VIP experience for just $4.99 per month or $49.99 per year (save 17%!) Full show notes (including all links mentioned): https://jjvirgin.com/yourbestshot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode Overview In this episode, Annie and Jen tackle a topic that's often misunderstood: how much influence do you actually have over your weight? Spoiler: it's probably not as much (or as little) as you may think. From their own teenage experiences chasing celebrity diets to unpacking the science of genetics, metabolism, and environment, they break down the difference between what you can control and what you can't. This conversation is packed with compassionate truth bombs, smart science, and—most importantly—realistic, empowering guidance for women who are tired of feeling like their bodies are a personal failure. Whether you're someone who's been told "you just need more willpower" or you've been frustrated by slow (or no) results despite doing "everything right," this episode will help you zoom out, find your footing, and keep moving forward. If you like what you hear in this episode, don't miss your chance to join us when we open enrollment to join Balance365! Add your name to our obligation-free waitlist, and we will waive the $199 registration fee. Click here to learn more. Key Points Why your weight is an outcome, not a behavior What twin and adoption studies reveal about the role of genetics What you can influence: habits, eating skills, and realistic routines Where GLP-1 medications fit into the conversation

You've heard of burnout. But what if the real crisis starts long before the breaking point? In this short opener, host Stacie introduces allostatic load — the scientific term for the cumulative "wear and tear" the body accumulates under chronic, unresolved stress. It's not a bad week. It's what happens when the body never fully recovers, and the nervous system learns to treat survival mode as its new normal. Research shows women carry a disproportionate allostatic burden — driven not just by biology, but by the invisible labor, emotional weight, and systemic pressures that don't clock out at 5pm. And for leaders and HR professionals, this matters: what often looks like a performance problem in your workforce may actually be a health signal hiding in plain sight. This episode opens a series that follows allostatic load where it leads — into autoimmune disease, hormonal disruption, ADHD, and what it truly costs women, leaders, and organizations when we keep misreading the signal. Under 5 minutes. But it might change how you see everything else. Stacie Origins of the Term The concept of allostasis — meaning "stability through change" — was first introduced by neurobiologist Peter Sterling and epidemiologist Joseph Eyer in 1988 to describe how the brain dynamically recalibrates internal physiological systems in anticipation of environmental demands, rather than simply reacting to them. Building on this foundation, neuroscientist Bruce McEwen and physiologist Eliot Stellar coined the term allostatic load in 1993, defining it as the cumulative physiological "wear and tear" the body experiences when allostatic systems are chronically activated, fail to shut off, or never perform normally. McEwen later described this as "the price of adaptation" — the physiological cost the body pays for sustained attempts to manage chronic stress. The Biological Cascade: What Happens in the Body When the brain perceives a stressor — real or anticipated — it activates two primary physiological systems: the sympathetic-adrenal-medullary (SAM) axis, which releases catecholamines (adrenaline, noradrenaline), and the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, which releases glucocorticoids, primarily cortisol. In the short term, these responses are adaptive and protective. However, under conditions of chronic, unresolved stress, this cascade remains activated. Over time, the brain and organ systems undergo measurable physiological changes: ↑  Elevated cortisol, epinephrine, and norepinephrine (neuroendocrine markers) ↑  Elevated inflammatory markers: C-reactive protein (CRP), interleukin-6 (IL-6), fibrinogen ↑  Dysregulated blood pressure, lipid levels, glycated hemoglobin (metabolic markers) ↓  DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) — the protective counterpart to cortisol A 2001 landmark study using the MacArthur Studies of Successful Aging demonstrated that higher allostatic load scores at baseline were significantly associated with increased 7-year mortality risk and declines in both cognitive and physical functioning. A comprehensive 2020 systematic review of 267 studies confirmed that allostatic load and allostatic overload are robustly associated with poorer physical and mental health outcomes across a wide range of conditions.

We are joined by The Motley Fool's Emily Flippen to discuss her "Survivor" origins and why she believes empathy is the most underrated skill for investors. We also debate the difference between a "fad" and a "trend" in consumer goods (using Crocs vs. On Holding as the prime example), and Emily gives her honest take on "AI burnout."00:32 Introducing Special Guest Emily Flippant01:55 Emily's Journey to The Motley Fool02:48 The Contrarian Path: Studying Business in China03:13 The Ethical Dilemma and Finding The Motley Fool06:11 The Art of Investing: Embracing Mistakes08:07 The Weight of Public Stock Recommendations12:29 Evolution as an Investor: From Value to Growth19:35 Consumer Goods: The Fun Side of Investing23:31 The 'Too Hard' Pile: Avoiding Complex Sectors29:16 AI: The Double-Edged Sword30:20 Is It a Bubble?30:45 The Reality of AI Investments31:08 Personal Investment Strategies31:36 The Hype and Risks of AI34:15 The Importance of Financial Goals38:30 AI's Impact on Consumer Goods43:18 The Future of AI and Society48:07 Exciting Market TrendsCompanies mentioned: CROX, ONON, PYPLFind where to listen & subscribe,  portfolio contests, and contact information at https://investingunscripted.com*****************************************To get 15% off any paid plan at fiscal.ai, visit https://fiscal.ai/unscriptedListen to the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast for discussions on stocks, financial markets, super investors, and more. Follow the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube*****************************************Join our PatreonSubscribe to our portfolio on Savvy Trader

DianeKazer.com/PEPTIDES Apply to Become a Patient --> DianeKazer.com/PATIENT Join Our VIP Tribe --> DianeKazer.com/VIP What if weight loss resistance, low energy and metabolic burnout were never a willpower problem? In this episode, we break down what almost no one is talking about: • Why GLP production in the gut has quietly collapsed • Why weight loss resistance is not a personal failure • Nor is the myth of any 'obesity gene' like Oprah Winfrey claims

Send a textThe weight loss industry has convinced us that being fat is a personal failure—a consequence of eating too much and moving too little. But the truth is far more complex and liberating. Your weight is controlled by genetics, epigenetics, environmental factors, trauma, chronic stress, and systems of oppression that were intentionally designed to control marginalized bodies. In this episode, I break down the scientific evidence showing why the "calories in, calories out" narrative is a lie, explore how everything from urbanization to discrimination drives weight gain through cortisol, and reveal how this cycle of blame was always rooted in anti-Black racism, capitalism, and misogyny. It's time to shift responsibility from individuals to the systems and institutions whose literal job it is to address these conditions—because you didn't break this, and you shouldn't have to fix it.Got a question for the next podcast? Let me know! Connect With Me WEEKLY NEWSLETTER: Get a free script when you sign up THE WEIGHTING ROOM: A community where authenticity thrives and every voice matters The CONSULTING ROOM: Get answers to all your medical questions via DM or Voice Note PLUS access to my entire library of paid resources CONSULTATION: For the ultimate transformation in your healthcare journe THE WEIGH FORWARD: For people who are being denied surgery because of their weight FREE GUIDES:Evidence-based, not diet nonsense Find me on Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

This episode is sponsored by LMNT and Sundays. LMNT - Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/FLIPPING50. Sundays - Make the switch to Sundays. Go right now to https://sundaysfordogs.com/FLIPPING50 and get 50% off your first order. Or, you can use code FLIPPING50 at checkout. Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Does Hormonal Phase and Training Intensity Change How Hard You Can Train? New Science Finally Tested It Next Episode - Recovery Capacity in Menopause: 4 Studies Revealing Why Rest Isn't Enough More Like This - Lose Weight in Menopause Faster and Easier Than You Ever Thought Possible Resources: Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Leave this session with insight into exactly what to do right now to make small changes, smart decisions about your exercise time and energy. Short & Easy Exercise videos in this 5 Day Flip Challenge. Use Flipping 50 Scorecard & Guide to measure what matters with an easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes. Weight loss and anti-aging feel harder after 50. Not because you're doing something wrong, but because the rules your body plays by have changed. Today's guest shares how hormones, inflammation, and stress quietly sabotage fat loss—and what to do instead.  We will unpack the truth about quick fixes like GLP-1 drugs and why sustainable results require a smarter, more personalized approach.  If you want real answers that support your health, energy, and confidence, this conversation will change how you think about weight loss and anti aging. My Guest: Stu Schaefer is a 20-year award-winning celebrity weight-loss coach. He specializes in helping women over 40 put their body into The Thermogenic State so they burn fat 24/7… and lose weight like they did in their 20s. For the last 20 years, Stu has helped thousands of women take control of their body, lose weight faster and easier than ever before, and ditch the dieting cycle forever. Questions We Answer in This Episode: Why do women seem to struggle with weight loss after 50? What is the biggest weight loss mistake women make over 50? What are the key differences for women's weight loss and weight loss over 50? How can women lose weight AND experience anti-aging at the same time? What affects whether a person is burning fat or storing fat? How can too much exercise can actually PREVENT weight loss and hurt your body?

The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 283 The Thinklings Podcast — Episode 283 The Inner Ring Welcome to Episode 283 of The Thinklings Podcast! In this episode, the Thinklings turn their attention to “The Inner Ring”, C.S. Lewis's penetrating essay found in The Weight of Glory. The conversation explores Lewis's warning about the desire for insider status, belonging, and recognition—and how that desire subtly shapes human behavior, temptation, and faithfulness in the Christian life. Thanks for tuning in to this week's conversation!

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If you're over 40 and suddenly dealing with bloating, constipation or diarrhea, weight gain, brain fog, skin issues, or painful periods, this episode explains why your gut—not your willpower—is the real place to start.In this episode, Melissa Eich breaks down why gut health is the most overlooked foundation of healing in perimenopause, why food sensitivity testing often causes more harm than clarity, and how functional testing like the GI Map reveals root causes that conventional GI care frequently misses.If you've been told to “eat more fiber,” “manage stress,” or given another prescription without real answers, this conversation will help you understand why your body feels off—and what actually works.Ready to Heal Your Gut? Enroll here: https://l.bttr.to/doi1xIn This Episode, You'll Learn:Why gut health is ground zero for healing in midlifeHow gut dysfunction drives hormone imbalance, fatigue, and stubborn weight gainThe gut–estrogen connection and why detoxification mattersHow leaky gut contributes to bloating, food reactions, brain fog, and skin issuesWhy food sensitivity tests are misleading (and often harmful)What the GI Map test reveals that colonoscopies and standard labs don'tHow gut inflammation worsens perimenopause symptoms like mood swings, hot flashes, and heavy periodsWhat a personalized, holistic gut health program actually looks likeWhy nervous system regulation is essential for lasting gut healingWhy Gut Health Matters More After 40During perimenopause, your body becomes far less tolerant of stress, inflammation, under-fueling, and chronic gut dysfunction. Your gut plays a key role in nutrient absorption, immune health, neurotransmitter production, and estrogen detoxification.When the gut is inflamed or imbalanced, estrogen recirculates instead of being eliminated—leading to worsening hormone symptoms, persistent weight gain, and feeling “off” no matter what you try. This is why gut healing must come before focusing on hormones, HRT, or weight loss.What the GI Map Test RevealsThe GI Map stool test provides insight into:Beneficial and pathogenic bacteriaDysbiosis and overgrowthGut inflammation and permeabilityImmune activityEstrogen detox pathwaysThis allows for a targeted, personalized healing plan instead of guesswork.A Holistic Gut Health Program for PerimenopauseMelissa shares a limited-time comprehensive gut healing package that includes:At-home GI Map testingPersonalized lab interpretationA 12-week custom gut healing protocolTargeted supplements only if neededA 21-day gut reset focused on nourishment, not restrictionNervous system regulation toolsThree follow-up sessions for real support and progressThis approach focuses on restoring digestion, supporting hormone balance, and helping you feel clear, steady, and at home in your body again.Explore the program here: https://l.bttr.to/doi1xWho This Episode Is ForThis episode is for you if:You're bloated or constipated despite “doing everything right”Weight loss no longer works the way it used toYou've tried elimination diets, probiotics, or food sensitivity testingYou're dealing with gut and hormone symptoms at the same timeYou want root-cause healing—not another quick fixKey SEO Topics: Perimenopause gut health, GI Map testing, holistic gut health, gut health program perimenopause, dysbiosis, leaky gut, estrogen detoxification, hormone imbalance after 40, brain fog and gut health

Have you been feeling an unexplained anxiety, a low-grade tension, or a sadness with no clear source? Do you feel perpetually “on alert,” emotionally raw, or disconnected from joy even when your personal life seems stable? You are not broken, and you are not alone.In this episode of Infinite Life, Infinite Wisdom, Susan Grau addresses the palpable yet often nameless weight so many are carrying. This isn't about politics or prediction. It's a compassionate exploration of what it means to be a sensitive, perceptive human when the collective consciousness itself feels dysregulated.Susan explains how widespread grief, fear, and unresolved trauma create an atmosphere of “ambient suffering” that our nervous systems, especially those of empaths, healers, and caregivers, cannot help but absorb. This leads to symptoms like chronic anxiety, irritability, emotional numbness, brain fog, and exhausting mental loops as our systems search for closure and safety that the external world cannot provide.Moving beyond spiritual bypassing, Susan offers a practical and somatic path back to yourself. She reframes anxiety not as a thought problem, but as a nervous system signal. She redefines confusion not as incompetence, but as the necessary “space between stories” when old maps no longer fit. The core of healing, she reveals, lies in one vital shift, moving from the question “Is this story true?” to “Is this story regulating my nervous system?”This episode is a gentle, firm guide to empowerment through inner authority. It's about learning to discern what energy is yours to carry and what belongs to the collective, and how to release the latter without guilt. Susan provides actionable anchors, like pausing your internal narrative, regulating your body, and shrinking your timeframe to the present moment, to help you reclaim your grounding, your peace, and your power.In This Episode:[00:00] Introduction [01:24] Collective emotional overwhelm[02:38] Dysregulation and self-regulation[03:38] Ambient suffering and emotional reactivity[06:12] Nervous system and collective stress[07:27] Symptoms of overload and disconnection[08:24] Anxiety: body vs. mind[10:30] Confusion as a developmental stage[12:40] The stories we tell ourselves[14:50] Survival stories and letting go[16:58] Regulating the nervous system[19:01] Empowerment without bypassing[20:17] Personal vs. collective anxiety[22:36] Grounding and sensation of safety[24:06] Returning to self: practical solutions[25:42] The limits of control and self-relationship[28:55] ConclusionNotable Quotes[01:19] "Nothing's wrong with you. And I don't mean that in a motivational way. I mean it in a psychological way. In an emotional way."[02:59] "We don't need to bury our heads in the sand... But how do we self-regulate so that we can handle what's going on?"[08:19] "Our nervous system needs closure, and when it doesn't have it, it plays a loop in our brains."[11:21] "Confusion is the space between the stories."[11:38] "The old map no longer fits, but the new map hasn't been drawn yet."[16:27] "A thought can feel absolutely true and still not be truth."[21:38] "You are not meant to metabolize the entire world. You are allowed to release what does not belong to you."[22:43] "Safety is not an idea. It's a sensation."[19:01] "Empowerment doesn't have to be loud.."[29:02] "The only control you have is over you. And that is the scariest comment, isn't it?"[30:08] "Don't run from fear. Shake hands with it, face it and look it in the eye."Susan GrauSusan Grau is an internationally celebrated intuitive life coach, a key opinion leader, author, medium and speaker, who discovered her ability to communicate with the spirit world after a near-death experience at age four. Trained by Dr. Raymond Moody, James Van Praagh, and Lisa Williams, Susan is a Reiki Master, hypnotherapist, and grief therapist. Her new book, "Infinite Life, Infinite Lessons," published by Hay House, explores healing from grief and the afterlife. With media coverage in GOOP, Elle, and The Hollywood Reporter, Susan's expertise extends to podcasts, radio shows, and documentaries. She offers private mediumship readings, life path guidance, reiki sessions, and hypnotherapy, aiding individuals in healing and finding spiritual guidance.Resources and LinksInfinite Life, Infinite Wisdom Podcast Infinite Life, Infinite WisdomSusan GrauWebsiteOrder FacebookInstagramYouTubeTikTokMentionedInfinite Life, Infinite Lessons Wisdom from the Spirit World on Living, Dying, and the In-Between by Susan GrauSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this raw "trifecta" episode, Ashley, Brian, and Collin sit down for a candid update on Brian's battle with Stage 4 tongue cancer. Recorded just weeks before a life-altering surgery, the team discusses the physical toll of chemo, the overwhelming weight of "decision fatigue," and how the dental community has rallied to support them. This is an unfiltered look at resilience and the reality of navigating a healthcare system in crisis.1. Life in the "Messy Middle"Family Strength: Brian shares the emotional (and humorous) reality of home life, from their sons shaving their heads in solidarity to a breakthrough moment of faith and empathy with their middle son, Brady.The "Messy Years": Brian reflects on a quote by Chris Dixon: "The messy years make the obvious years possible." He views this grueling season as the "mess" that will eventually become a message of hope.2. Clinical & Dietary PivotsMetabolic Support: Brian details his 72-hour fast leading into his third round of chemo to improve treatment tolerance and "starve" the metabolic pathways of the tumor.The 180-Degree Shift: After seeing rapid growth on high protein, the couple pivoted to a 95% plant-based, whole-food diet inspired by Dr. Valter Longo. Ashley discusses the shift to juicing and "clean" plant proteins like lentils and tofu.Favorable Momentum: Recent imaging shows that while the journey is far from over, the tumor growth has slowed, and the lymph node architecture is improving.3. The Mental Burden: Decision FatigueThe Surgical Plan: Brian explains the upcoming Hemi-Glossectomy (removing half the tongue) and reconstruction using a thigh graft.The Weight of Choice: After researching alternative trials (like Chef Shirley's non-surgical path in Chicago), Brian speaks candidly about "decision fatigue." When every choice feels like life or death, he has reached a point of mental exhaustion. He finds a strange peace in surgery because it shifts his role from "decision-maker" to "rehab worker."4. Advocacy & A Broken SystemAccess Challenges: Despite being a physician, Brian reveals the "mind-boggling" difficulty of scheduling scans, with major institutions booked out for months.The Power of the Tribe: Ashley discusses her "bulldog" approach to advocacy—leveraging her network to get a patient liaison at MD Anderson in Houston within 30 minutes of a single text.This episode is made possible by: Studio 8E8 — Dentistry's story-driven growth agency for startups. Learn more at https://s8e8.com/vsl Net 32 — The online marketplace to compare brands and prices so you never overpay. Check them out at net32.com/themakingofSupport the showFind Out More Thank you for listening to The Making Of podcast. If you enjoyed it, please share with anyone you think will gain value from the show by clicking on one of the sharing tabs above. SUBSCRIBE to our NEWSLETTER HERE Also, please consider leaving an honest review on iTunes. It helps other listeners find the show, and I would be forever grateful.Questions or comments? Feel free to contact us at - themakingofadental@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram or Facebook and improve your dental practice every day!Have you subscribed? Don't miss a single episode!

In this episode, we dive into how your personality can impact your weight, habits, and overall health. We break down the four personality types (A, B, C, and D, did you know there were four) and talk about how each one approaches food, exercise, stress, and motivation differently. We share real-life insights and simple, practical tips to help you work with your personality instead of fighting it, so your health journey feels easier, more aligned, and actually sustainable.Products Mentioned: Traditional Medicines Organic Roasted Dandelion Root

Charles Schwab's Joe Mazzola says markets are pricing in three interest rate cuts for 2026, a move he calls "aggressive." It comes amid a rotation trade where software has severely underperformed while hardware outperformed. That outperformance still hasn't matched the SPX Equal Weight, which continues to hit record highs. Joe later discusses Alphabet's (GOOGL) $100 billion debt issuance and ways mega cap firms are finding new ways to finance AI infrastructure buildout.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Options involve risks and are not suitable for all investors. Before trading, read the Options Disclosure Document. http://bit.ly/2v9tH6DSubscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

In this episode of Thinking Christian, Dr. James Spencer is joined by Dr. Greg Quiggle to continue the German Reformation series—this time focusing on Martin Luther’s years in Erfurt and the startling turn that led him into the Augustinian monastery. Luther wasn’t headed toward ministry. He was a brilliant student on track for law, positioned to become his father’s “golden ticket” in a world with no social safety net. But beneath the surface, Luther’s life was haunted by a question that medieval Europe could not escape: What happens when I die—and how can I stand before a holy God? Greg places Luther’s fear and guilt inside the lived world of late medieval Germany—where death was constant, God was often imagined as perpetually angry, and the Church shaped the calendar, the culture, and the imagination of everyday life. The episode then centers on the famous storm moment: Luther, terrified by lightning, cries out to St. Anne and makes a vow—“Help me, and I will become a monk.” Unlike so many foxhole vows, Luther follows through. From there, James and Greg explore what life in Erfurt’s Augustinian monastery likely entailed: regulated prayer, ascetic discipline, study, and the grinding pressures that could intensify Luther’s already sensitive conscience. The discussion highlights the deep irony of Luther’s early story: the monastery was supposed to bring peace—but for Luther, the spiritual “solutions” only made the struggle worse. The episode ends by setting up the next move in the narrative: the relationship between Augustinian theology, Luther’s extreme ascetic practices, and the transition toward Wittenberg under the guidance of his mentor/confessor, Johann von Staupitz—where the next stage of Luther’s transformation begins. Quotelos Travel offers small, expert-led “Tours for Ten” that provide an intimate and unforgettable way to explore church history and culture with guides who truly know the locations. Learn more at quotelostravelservice.com, and check out their upcoming trips to Germany, England, and Switzerland. Subscribe to our YouTube channel

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You're listening to American Ground Radio with Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone. This is the full show for February 9, 2026. You're listening to American Ground Radio with Stephen Parr and Louis R. Avallone. This is the full show for February 9, 2026. 0:30 Chicago’s murder rate is plunging—but the political fight over why is just getting started. We break down the stunning drop in homicides and violent crime in Chicago, including a nearly 30% decline and the lowest murder total in decades. While even Mayor Brandon Johnson is forced to acknowledge the numbers, the real debate centers on what caused the turnaround: tougher enforcement, consequences for criminals, and the impact of President Trump’s National Guard deployments. From Chicago to Washington, D.C., the data is colliding head-on with the narrative, raising an uncomfortable question for Democrats—do results matter more than politics? 9:30 Plus, we cover the Top 3 Things You Need to Know. A federal appeals court has backed the Trump Administration on detaining illegal immigrants without bond. A Georgia man was sentenced to three years and five months in prison for threatening to kill President Trump. Teachers in San Francisco left students stranded today as they went on strike in the middle of the school year. 12:30 Get Prodovite Plus from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20. 13:00 The NFL’s Super Bowl halftime show sparked backlash after sidelining its majority English-speaking audience, despite those same fans driving ratings, advertising revenue, and the league’s bottom line. While advertisers spent millions on English-language commercials to reach the Super Bowl audience, the halftime performance was entirely in Spanish—raising questions about who the NFL is actually trying to reach. The controversy has shifted attention away from the game itself and onto concerns about brand dilution, misplaced priorities, and a league that appears more focused on symbolism than delivering the best possible football experience. 16:30 We got a question in for our American Mamas Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson: Why are so many young women out rioting against the police in Minnesota? We discuss the idea that women are biologically wired to nurture and protect the vulnerable—and what happens when that instinct has nowhere traditional to go. As motherhood and family life are increasingly discouraged, that protective drive is redirected toward political causes, activist movements, and protest culture. The discussion looks at how this “mama bear” instinct hasn’t disappeared, but has been repurposed, helping explain why modern progressive activism is often dominated by young women fiercely fighting for causes they believe are under threat. If you'd like to ask our American Mamas a question, go to our website, AmericanGroundRadio.com/mamas and click on the Ask the Mamas button. 23:00 As sports become increasingly wrapped in spectacle and political messaging, a rare voice cuts through with an old-fashioned reminder of what competition is actually for. Drawing on a message released at the opening of the Winter Olympics, the Pope emphasizes discipline, sacrifice, humility, and the lessons learned in both victory and defeat. Winning isn’t about outperforming others—it’s about the journey, the grind, and shared commitment. Losing isn’t failure, but a teacher. Against the backdrop of a Super Bowl dominated by controversy rather than the game itself, this moment highlights what sports are meant to be: a shared human endeavor that builds character, not a branding exercise or political platform. 26:30 Winning the Super Bowl in California can actually leave NFL players poorer than when they started. Because of California’s aggressive “jock tax,” players are taxed not just on their Super Bowl bonus, but on a prorated share of their entire season’s income based on the days they spent in the state. The result: some players owed California tens of thousands of dollars more than they earned from the game—even after winning it. We break down how state tax policy dramatically affects player earnings, why teams in no-income-tax states have a built-in financial advantage, and how the same tax logic is now being used to chase businesses and high-income earners who leave states like California and New York. 32:00 Get Performlyte from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20. 32:30 The Super Bowl halftime show is under fire after translations revealed sexually explicit lyrics broadcast to a national audience—hidden behind a language most viewers don’t speak. Critics argue the content crossed the line into obscene and pornographic material, violating FCC indecency standards that apply regardless of language. A U.S. congressman is now calling for formal action against the NFL, the network, and the performer, saying content that would never be allowed in English was effectively smuggled onto broadcast television in Spanish. The controversy raises serious questions about double standards, broadcast decency laws, and whether the NFL knowingly exposed families to explicit sexual content during America’s biggest sporting event. 36:00 U.S. liquefied natural gas exports are surging to record highs, marking a major reversal from the export restrictions that held the energy sector back in recent years. With LNG shipments climbing and new global buyers emerging, American energy is once again displacing Russian gas in Europe and beyond—cutting off funding for hostile regimes while strengthening U.S. leverage on the world stage. The boom is also fueling jobs at home, from drillers and welders to shipbuilders and landowners, while delivering cleaner energy with lower emissions. Rising LNG exports aren’t just an energy story—they’re about national security, economic growth, and America reclaiming its role as a global energy powerhouse. 39:30 Weight loss and self-improvement are supposed to strengthen relationships—but new data suggests the opposite is happening for many couples. A growing number of people using GLP-1 weight-loss drugs report breakups triggered by jealousy and insecurity from their partners after major physical changes. When one person improves and the other can’t—or won’t—celebrate that success, relationships begin to crack. The discussion highlights a deeper issue about modern relationships: whether couples are truly built on mutual support, or only comfortable as long as neither person grows beyond the other. 41:30 And we finish off today's show with llamas who help police catch a criminal. Articles Appeals court affirms Trump policy of jailing immigrants without bond Georgia man accused of threatening Trump sentenced to prison Blue City’s Teachers Go AWOL, Leave Kids With Empty Schools To Demand Better Pay Super Bowl Jock Tax Calculator The Tax Advantage of Playing in the AFC South U.S. LNG exports hit new high as Turkey buys big TMZ's Halftime Show Poll Isn't Going the Way They Hoped Andrew Kovet X Post: "The All-American Halftime Show pulled in OVER 25 MILLION views" Amid rampant AI and social media, Gen Z is turning to religion | Opinion Follow us: americangroundradio.com Facebook: facebook.com / AmericanGroundRadio Instagram: instagram.com/americangroundradioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A well-built service business creates momentum instead of pressure. With the right systems in place, you allow growth to happen without burning out.In this episode, Steven Ness, founder of Lighting the Way Leadership, explains how business owners can stop carrying the weight alone by building leadership systems, operational structure, and clear processes. The focus stays on delegation, accountability, financial clarity, team alignment, and systems that save time, energy, and money while supporting sustainable growth.Key takeaways:Systems create freedom. Documented processes and repeatable systems give you back control of your time.Leadership starts with you. You learn why personal accountability at the top sets the tone for results across the entire business.Right people in the right seats. Seat ownership helps teams perform better without constant oversight.Delegation without abdication. Clear expectations allow you to step back without losing quality or momentum.Build a business that works without you. Systems reduce owner dependency so the company can grow.Find more podcast episodes on our website: anderscpa.com/learn/podcasts/  Episode resources:●       Anders Virtual CFO by Anders website: anderscpa.com  ●       Love our content? Sign up for our newsletter:  https://anderscpa.com/learn/    ●       Check out the Virtual CFO Playbook Course:  https://anderscpa.com/virtual-cfo-services/vcfo-playbook/     Quotes-Steven Ness: "Systems save sanity, time, energy, and money. When you use them well, you stop making desperate decisions."-Jody Grunden: "Most leaders brush it off until they're asked to look at the impact they're carrying home."Steven Ness is the founder of Lighting the Way Leadership, where he helps leaders cut through business chaos with faith, structure, and a dose of tough love. With deep expertise in operations, training, B2B, retail, and sales, Steven equips teams to lead with clarity and purpose. His approach blends practical systems with people-first values reimagining business as People to People, not Business to Business. As a seasoned consultant, Steven is known for empowering leaders to grow personally and professionally. He's on a mission to help organizations thrive through authentic leadership and strategic alignment.Website: https://lightingthewayleadership.com/Email: Steven@lightingthewayleadership.com LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenness/IG: https://www.instagram.com/steven_ness_leadership/X: https://x.com/StevenNessCoach  FB: https://www.facebook.com/people/Lighting-the-Way-Leadership/61568990434856/The Creative Agency Success Show helps service-based business owners master the financial side of growth. Hosted by Jamie Nau, Director of Virtual CFO Services/ Virtual CFO, and Jody Grunden, Partner and Virtual CFO Practice Leader at Anders CPAs + Advisors, the podcast div

We hear “the outdoors are for everyone” a lot, and while that is true, accessibility to the outdoors is not always created equal. Today's episode is dedicated to two remarkable stories of people with disabilities reaching for history in National Parks. A group of paraplegic hikers who set out to climb Guadalupe Peak in wheelchairs and two kayakers who paddled through the Grand Canyon—facing some of the hardest whitewater in the world—completely blind.Documentaries: Assault on the Mountain, The Weight of Water, Blink, Wampler's Ascent Books: No Barriers: A Blind Man's Journey to Kayak the Grand Canyon by Buddy Levy and Erik Weihenmayer​​Touch the Top of the World by Erik WeihenmayerPodcasts: No Barriers For a full list of our sources, visit http://npadpodcast.com/episodesFor the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials at:Instagram: @‌nationalparkafterdarkTikTok: @‌nationalparkafterdarkSupport the show by becoming an Outsider and receive ad free listening, bonus content and more on Patreon or Apple Podcasts. Want to see our faces? Catch full episodes on our YouTube Page!Thank you to the week's partners!BetterHelp: National Park After Dark is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off.Butcher Box: Head to ButcherBox.com/NPAD to sign up. New listeners get their choice between filet mignon, ny strip, or chicken breast in every box for a year, free shipping, PLUS $20 off your first box.Liquid IV: Use our code NPAD at checkout to get 20% off your first order.3 Day Blinds: For their buy 1 get 1 50% off deal, head to 3DayBlinds.com/NPAD.

Watch this episode on YouTube HERE: https://youtu.be/hIKZi9TYt50 In episode 731 of The Half Size Me™ Show, Heather works with Julie on the fear of regaining weight, especially after successful weight loss with the help of medication. They chat about: Why your brain resists change—even positive change. A healthier approach to weighing and tracking progress. How to stop believing every thought your mind offers. And more! Subscribe to Half Size Me Podcast Premium for access to our library of HUNDREDS of hours of past episodes! As a subscriber to Half Size Me Podcast Premium, you will get: --Access to the entire 650+ episode archive --Access weekly episodes a day EARLY --Access to EXCLUSIVE, subscriber-only episodes including the Coaching Karolina and Coaching Sarah series --Access to subscriber-only audio responses to “Ask Me Anything” questions Become a podcast premium subscriber today and make Heather and the Half Size Me show a part of your weight loss journey! Do you want to get support and connection at a price you can afford? Then check out the Half Size Me Academy here: https://www.halfsizeme.com/hsm-academy/ About Half Size Me The Half Size Me™ Show is a weekly podcast. It will inspire and motivate you no matter where you are in your weight loss journey. Whether you're just getting started losing weight or having worked on your health and wellness for years, this show is for you! The Half Size Me Show is hosted by Heather Robertson, who lost 170 pounds over a period of 5 years and has maintained since 2012. Heather did it by learning new eating habits, getting regular exercise, and changing her mindset. On her popular weekly podcast, The Half Size Me Show, Heather shares her own lessons and struggles with you, and she shows you how to handle the real challenge of any weight loss journey... weight maintenance. Be sure to subscribe to The Half Size Me Show and join Heather every week as she shares information, inspiration, coaching, and conversations with REAL people who've learned weight loss isn't only about losing pounds, it's about finding yourself. Disclaimer: Heather is not a doctor, nurse, or certified health professional. What worked for her or her guests may not work for you. Please talk with your doctor, dietician, or other certified health professionals when seeking advice about your own weight loss or weight maintenance plan. All information included in The Half Size Me™ Podcast and on HalfSizeMe.com is for informational and inspirational purposes only. For additional disclaimer information, please visit HalfSizeMe.com.

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Day 2 of Heart Renewal: Letting Love In Again follows the arc of Rest—softening emotional bracing so your heart can feel lighter and safer to open. In this episode, you'll use a simple affirmation—"I release what's heavy"—to interrupt the stress loop of overthinking, tension, and vigilance that can linger after heartbreak or relationship strain. You'll learn how rest supports your nervous system, why gentle repetition can shift your internal state, and how to stop carrying the full weight of love in your body all day. Leave this practice feeling calmer, lighter, and more emotionally spacious—ready to let love in again without forcing it. Featured technique: Affirmation + resting attention Best for: emotional heaviness, rumination, guardedness, uncertainty in love Takeaway: You don't have to solve the whole story to feel relief—you can release what's heavy one breath at a time. ABOUT THIS WEEK'S SERIES Welcome to Heart Renewal: Letting Love In Again—a 7-day meditation series designed to help you gently reopen your heart with both tenderness and wisdom. Whether you're seeking a relationship or you're in one and love feels distant, this week will guide you to release what you've been carrying, calm your nervous system, rebuild emotional safety, and create the inner conditions where love can return—without forcing it. Each day follows a simple arc—Release, Safety, Desire, Boundaries, Receiving, Repair, and Choose Again—with breathwork, visualization, and reflective prompts to help you soften protective patterns, trust yourself again, and feel more open to giving and receiving love in real life. This is day 2 of a 7-day meditation series, "Heart Renewal Meditations: Letting Love In Again,"  episodes 3358-3364. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE - LOVE IN PRACTICE QUEST: Each day, do one small "letting love in" action— release something heavy, soften your body, express an honest desire, set a gentle boundary, receive without deflecting, make a repair, or choose again. Track it with 7 checkmarks and notice how quickly your heart starts to feel safer, steadier, and more open. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY  Day 1:  Renewal Visualization Day 2:  Affirmation: "I release what's heavy." Day 3:  Let Go Breath: inhale 4, exhale 8 (or 4/6), do for 8 rounds Day 4:  Apana mudra for purification Day 5:  Fourth chakra for love and gratitude Day 6:  Love Flow meditation, combining the week's techniques Day 7:  Weekly review meditation and closure SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual!  WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme.  2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.

Have you ever sat down to get something done—work, decluttering, even something you want to do—and suddenly felt frozen? In this episode of The Purpose Driven Mom Show, I'm unpacking the invisible weight of decision fatigue, why it hits moms so hard, and how it quietly fuels procrastination. This isn't about burnout, laziness, or a lack of motivation—it's about mental overload and the constant, invisible decisions we're making every single day as moms.   AI prompt guide for busy moms. Sign up for FREE here Grab The 15 Minute Formula and get the FREE Action Guide to start planning your life in just 15 minutes a day. Send me my FREE Weekly Planning Checklist A PURPOSE-DRIVEN MOM SHOW NOTES:apurposedrivenmom.com/podcast496 Resources:  Join the Purpose Driven Mom Club!  Subscribe to the Purpose Driven Mom Youtube Channel  Follow us on Instagram  Join the Facebook Group Follow the Facebook Page  Follow us on Pinterest Join us on TikTok 

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If fat loss feels harder than it should and healing seems slow no matter what you try, the problem may not be your discipline. It may be your nervous system. In this conversation, I explain why a chronically dysregulated nervous system can block healing, fat loss, and hormone balance no matter how perfect your protocols look on paper.  Your body is always choosing survival first, and when it perceives constant stress, it will not prioritize digestion, repair, or metabolic efficiency. I walk you through how your brain interprets everyday stress the same way it would a life-or-death threat, keeping you stuck in fight or flight.  This is why cortisol stays elevated, inflammation lingers, and progress feels frustratingly slow. I break down why this isn't a mindset issue or a lack of discipline, but a physiological response rooted in your nervous system.  We dive into the role of the vagus nerve and how it connects your brain, gut, hormones, and stress response. I explain what vagal tone is and why improving it creates the conditions your body needs to feel safe enough to heal.  You'll learn simple, practical vagus nerve–supporting practices you can use daily without adding more overwhelm. We also talk about why these tools are supportive, not magical fixes, and how they enhance everything you're already doing. If you're dealing with stubborn fat loss, gut issues, thyroid challenges, or chronic stress, this episode lays the foundation you may be missing.  Nervous system regulation isn't optional or fluffy. It's essential. When your body feels safe, healing becomes possible. Time Stamps: (1:19) Lots of Things Going On(4:54) Getting Out Of Survival Mode(7:52) The Vagus Nerve(13:55) Strategies For Improving Your Nervous System---------------------Find Out More Information on Vital Spark Coaching---------------------Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation. ---------------------Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program---------------------Join the Women's Metabolism Secrets Facebook Community for 25+ videos teaching you how to start losing fat without hating your life!---------------------Click here to send me a message on Facebook and we'll see how I can help or what best free resources I can share!---------------------Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts? Apply Here!---------------------Check out our Youtube Channel!---------------------Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!

If you've lost a significant amount of weight — whether through GLP-1 medications, bariatric surgery, or lifestyle changes — and you're wondering what happens to the loose skin, this episode is for you.In today's episode of Big Butts No Lies, I'm sitting down with Dr. Sarah Kennedy, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Atlanta, to break down body contouring after weight loss. We talk about what procedures actually help with excess skin, why doing everything at once isn't always the safest option, and how staging surgeries can dramatically improve healing and results.We also get into:✨Weight loss medications vs bariatric surgery and skin laxity✨Why nutrition is critical for healing✨Tummy tucks, arms, thighs, and pelvic procedures after weight loss✨Dog ears, scars, drains, and realistic expectations✨What a boutique plastic surgery practice really meansMy goal is always to help my girls make safe, informed decisions and feel confident every step of their transformation journey. This episode is packed with real education, no fluff, and the honest conversations you don't always hear online.✨ If you're on a weight loss journey and thinking about skin removal surgery, this is a must-watch.#WeightLossSurgery#BodyContouring#LooseSkinAfterWeightLoss#PlasticSurgeryEducation#BigButtsNoLies

We're all suffering from “cold fatigue”—how cold affects us, and how to alleviate it; “It's all about the bass”—how glute shape influences diabetes risk; “White noise” machines may be undermining your sleep; Weight loss drugs get a boost from menopause hormone therapy; What to do for an osteoporotic vertebral fracture; A summary of my medical bills yields a lesson on medical economics. 

Some moments don't fade. They wait.In this episode of The Game Inside the Games, Dr. Michael Gervais reconnects with Ricardo Lockette as returning to the Super Bowl setting brings old emotions back to the surface. The conversation moves beyond the game itself into grief, loss, and the weight of moments that never fully resolve.Lockette speaks candidly about the Super Bowl heartbreak, the injury that ended his career, and why public grieving can be harder than physical pain. Drawing on their close relationship, Gervais helps him unpack what those experiences still mean—and how resilience is built in the aftermath, not the moment.This is a raw, human conversation about survival, leadership, and learning how to live with moments that don't come with clean endings._____