I did another NPC Bikini competition and learned why these are fun for me and also why I won’t be doing more. I’m pretty sure. I think. Watch this podcast recording on YouTube: https://youtu.be/nYHt67LIi5Y

Growing up in church I was told to never let anyone hypnotize me. But I did it anyway and confronted my lonely, sad, isolated 11-yr old self in a way I never could have done any other way. The results blew my mind and changed my heart forever.

In this episode I get a little bratty but overall, explain my gratitude for the universe having a much bigger plan than I could have imagined. The most hurtful and inexplicable “NO” led the way to the most powerful opportunity of my life. At the time it was a tough pill to swallow but I fought to keep a good attitude and in the end…magic happened.

I went to Ukraine and I got a message from the universe that changed me. I hope it changes you. If not, at least enjoy hearing about this Minnesota girl on her first trip out of the country…alone. Squatting toilets and free food and Kamelot and the most beautiful wedding in the countryside of Ukraine.

A bit about my final and most recent skin removal surgery plus general life updates and what my coaching is all about. Get caught up on life stuff with me and this episode is recorded on video so you can also watch on YouTube and IGTV

Three weeks post-bikini show reflections on the pendulum swing coming off of a prep diet and back to normal life.

My detailed telling of my experience as a bikini competitor at my first NPC Bodybuilding Competition.

There are lies and half truths we believe about weight loss and diets that are convenient excuses or actual bad information and these lies keep us stuck and frustrated. I debunk the most common ones I have heard and encourage you to star over with a new set of truth bombs so you can win your weight battle for good.

“Have you always been a fit person?” “No, I used to be an obese person.” In this episode I talk about the process of changing your identity and the multiple times you already have done so. You have the credibility needed to believe you can indeed change your habits and behaviors so much so that your identity can change yet again. If I can, you can.

The story of becoming a mom, navigating being a single mom and the healing that is possible after being an imperfect mom.