✨Listen HERE for: "What We Carry" - Dr. Robyn Pashby's viral talk on mental health and weight, full version. 

Dr. Robyn Pashby explores the hidden weight we all carry when dealing with eating or weight struggles: shame, stigma, and a sense of failure
🔗 Learn more: 👉https://www.healthpsychologypartners.com/robyn-pashby
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Dr. Robyn Pashby earned a dual track PhD in medical and clinical psychology, with nearly 20 years of experience in clinical practice often focused on issues related to eating, weight, and internalized weight bias, but also spanning the areas of anxiety and relational concerns. In addition to her clinical work, she is also deeply committed to the education of physicians and allied healthcare providers on weight bias, advocating for respectful and weight-inclusive care.

Dr. Pashby has shared her expertise through presentations at conferences both in the U.S. and internationally. She is an active member on the National Board of Directors of the Obesity Action Coalition and also a Research Assistant Professor of Psychology at the F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. She serves as part of the ADA (American Diabetes Association) Obesity and Weight Management Advisory Group and is part of the Clinical Practice Committee for The Obesity Society, a premiere scientific organization. A PSYPACT-approved psychologist, Dr. Pashby provides secure telehealth services to clients in more than 40 states.
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TODAY...we are unpacking some of the biggest mental and emotional blocks that derail even the most well-intentioned health journeys:

✨ Pressure — that subtle (or not-so-subtle) feeling that healing, growth, and progress all have a deadline… and how that pressure alone can create anxiety, overwhelm, and burnout.
✨ The Book of Shoulds — all the “shoulds” handed to us by doctors, diets, influencers, family members, and Hollywood. We’ll talk about how these borrowed rules shape our choices… and how to start rewriting your own.
✨ Self-Doubt & Labels — the identities we pick up over a lifetime (“not disciplined,” “emotional eater,” “not athletic,” “bad with food”). We’ll explore how these labels stick to us—and how to finally peel them off.
✨ The Myth of Willpower — why “just try harder” and “want it more” aren’t real strategies, and how this misunderstanding keeps people stuck and feeling broken.
✨ The Noise of Opinions — because let’s be honest… everyone has an opinion about your body, your health, and what you “should” be doing. We’ll talk about how to turn down the volume and tune into your own voice.
✨ Internalized Weight Bias — the sneaky, often invisible beliefs we’ve absorbed about body size, worthiness, and health—and how those beliefs can quietly sabotage our progress from the inside out.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, judged, confused, or just exhausted by all the expectations around health and weight loss… this episode is a big exhale. A reset. And hopefully, a shift.

Connect with Lindsey House:
   • Website: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com
   • Podcast: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com/podcast-1
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/houselifestyles

🎁 FREE Resources to Support Better Health:
• Book a FREE 1:1 Call → https://calendly.com/houselifestyles/podcast
• Join Our Free Facebook Community → https://www.facebook.com/groups/1077725052
• Download Your FREE Meal Planning Guide → https://pages.lindseyhouse.net/free-guide-1
💬 Let’s Chat!
Comment below: What resonated most with your personal health journey?

  ✨ Weight Loss Wednesday | Direction Not Perfection Podcast  ✨
 Hosted by Lindsey House, RD, LD — Dietitian, Personal Trainer, Accountability Coach 

 🎙️  Today we’re taking a mindset-first look at why movement feels so hard for so many people — and how tiny shifts in your approach can completely transform your relationship with exercise. If you’ve ever said “I’m just not a workout person,” this episode will challenge that belief in the best way possible. 

You’ll learn how positive associations, gentle habit tweaks, and self-compassion can turn movement from something you dread into something that actually feels good. No shame. No punishment. No all-or-nothing intensity. Just a sustainable, feel-better approach to fitness. 

Whether you’re brand new to exercise, returning after a long break, or trying to break the cycle of forcing workouts that never stick… this episode is for you.  

What You’ll Learn 

• Why your brain resists exercise — and how to rewire that resistance
• How positive associations (like recovery tools, comfort, routine, or environment) completely shift motivation
• Why beating yourself up never leads to consistency
• How to ask better questions when motivation is low
• Why movement feels better when it’s not tied to weight loss
• Real-life client stories showing how fitness enjoyment can absolutely grow over time
• How to build a workout habit without willpower, shame, or burnout
• What types of movement support anxiety, depression, seasonal mood dips, and mental clarity

Connect with Lindsey House:
   • Website: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com
   • Podcast: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com/podcast-1
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/houselifestyles

🎁 FREE Resources to Support Better Health:
• Book a FREE 1:1 Call → https://calendly.com/houselifestyles/podcast
• Join Our Free Facebook Community → https://www.facebook.com/groups/1077725052
• Download Your FREE Meal Planning Guide → https://pages.lindseyhouse.net/free-guide-1
💬 Let’s Chat! 

 👉 Today’s episode is all about breaking up with unrealistic expectations, quieting the social media noise, and asking the real question: Is the image we’re chasing sustainable?

 🎁  Resources to Support Better Health:

Join our GLP-1 Support Groups 👉 www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com  

• Book a FREE 1:1 Call → https://calendly.com/houselifestyles/podcast
• Join Our Free Facebook Community → https://www.facebook.com/groups/1077725052
• Download Your FREE Meal Planning Guide → https://pages.lindseyhouse.net/free-guide-1
💬 Let’s Chat!

 
 ✨ Dr. Sara Tariq: Our guest is a physician who focuses on women’s health, mental well-being, and sustainable weight management, working closely with women in and around menopause. Together, we’re unpacking one of the biggest challenges many of us face — the projector in the back of our minds that shows us who we think we should look like… the actress, the influencer, the younger version of ourselves.

But what if we could shift that projection to something far more powerful — Strong Over Skinny? What if health became about preventing falls, hospital visits, and unnecessary procedures — not just chasing the scale?

📞Connect with Dr. Sara Tariq:
Website: https://nvafamilypractice.com/who-we-are/our-providers/sara-tariq-md/
Related episode: "How to Build Habits That Stick | Let's Mention Prevention - with Dr.  Ken Zweig" 👉https://youtu.be/gtPk9ibD1k8

📞 Connect with Lindsey House:
   • Website: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com
   • Podcast: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com/podcast-1
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/houselifestyles

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 ***Join our GLP-1 Support Groups 👉 www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com***  

 🌙 Sleep Audit: Where to Start 

If you’re realizing your sleep might need attention, here are a few questions to start your sleep audit: 

1. Do you have a nighttime routine?
   (Electronics off, lights dimmed, a wind-down ritual like reading or journaling.)
2. Do you have a consistent bedtime?
   Or do you crash whenever your to-do list finally ends?
3. Where does your phone sleep?
   Do you “parent” your phone and tuck it in somewhere other than your nightstand?
4. Are there underlying issues you haven’t explored?
   Restless legs, sleep apnea, snoring, menopause symptoms — understanding the “why” is your first step toward improving sleep quality.

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Ready for the deep dive into your sleep research?! Check out these YouTube Interviews with TEDx Speaker, Devin Burke...

 🎙️ How to Sleep Better Naturally | Devin Burke’s Holistic Guide to Beating Insomnia & Restoring Energy  👉 https://youtu.be/9oOvzEiHZ7g

 🎙️  The Secret to Better Sleep (Part II) | Devin Burke’s Holistic Guide to Beating Insomnia  👉 https://youtu.be/3lE7N8oO8mg 

   📌 Connect with Devin Burke:
   • Book – The Sleep Advantage: https://a.co/d/9nGfa1S
   • Sleep Science Academy: https://sleepscienceacademy.com/
   • Watch his TEDx Talk: https://youtu.be/rsfpJ23kDX4?si=zpnYT9mb5D9ci4kK 

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🧠 Why Sleep Matters More Than You Think 

A past guest once told me that: 

And it’s so true — it affects everything.
 
When we’re sleep-deprived: 

• Emotional eating spikes — we crave comfort foods.
• Motivation plummets — it’s easier to skip the gym and say, “I deserve this.”
• Inflammation rises — making it harder to lose weight and easier to feel bloated and sore.
• Stress tolerance drops — anxiety and irritability skyrocket.

Sleep is the foundation of mental, emotional, and physical health. It’s not optional; it’s essential.
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  📌 Connect with Lindsey House:
   • Website: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com
   • Podcast: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com/podcast-1
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/houselifestyles

🎁 FREE Resources to Support Better Health:
• Book a FREE 1:1 Call → https://calendly.com/houselifestyles/podcast
• Join Our Free Facebook Community → https://www.facebook.com/groups/1077725052
• Download Your FREE Meal Planning Guide → https://pages.lindseyhouse.net/free-guide-1

💬 Let’s Chat!
Comment below: What’s your biggest sleep challenge?

#SleepBetter #DevinBurke #InsomniaCure #HolisticHealth #SleepScience #LindseyHouse #DirectionNotPerfectionPodcast #SleepTips #RestfulSleep #HealthyHabits #MindBodyWellness 

 🦷 Today, we’re diving into a fascinating and often overlooked piece of the health puzzle — the oral microbiome and its powerful connection to chronic illness, inflammation, and longevity.

💡Dr. Nammy Patel Resources:
Book Link: "Age with Style" 
Website: https://www.drnammypatel.com/

Our guest today is the incredible Dr. Nammy Patel, a trailblazing biological and holistic dentist, bestselling author, speaker, and global health advocate. She’s also the founder of Green Dentistry in San Francisco — one of the first truly eco-friendly and functional dental practices in the country. Dr. Nammy’s work has been featured in Forbes, ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX, and her book “Age with Style: Your Guide to a Youthful Smile and Healthy Living” is helping people rethink what it means to age well — starting with the mouth.

What I love about Dr. Nammy is that she’s not just focused on fixing cavities or treating gum disease — she’s using data-driven, science-backed methods to uncover the early signs of disease throughout the body. From identifying systemic inflammation to decoding the gut-brain-mouth connection, her approach shifts dentistry from being reactive to being truly preventive and functional.

In today’s episode, we’ll talk about:
🦷 How your oral microbiome influences your immune system and chronic disease risk
🧠 The link between dental health and conditions like Alzheimer’s, heart disease, and arthritis
💡 Why prevention — not just treatment — is the future of healthcare
…and how you can become the CEO of your own health through awareness, testing, and proactive care.

If you’ve ever wondered how something as simple as your oral health could hold the key to living longer and feeling better — you’re going to love this conversation.

Connect with Lindsey House:
   • Website: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com
   • Podcast: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com/podcast-1
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/houselifestyles

🎁 FREE Resources to Support Better Health:
 • Book a FREE 1:1 Call → https://calendly.com/houselifestyles/podcast
 • Join Our Free Facebook Community → https://www.facebook.com/groups/1077725052
 • Download Your FREE Meal Planning Guide → https://pages.lindseyhouse.net/free-guide-1
💬 Let’s Chat!

  🧠 Weight loss isn’t about finding the perfect diet or workout — it’s about training your reflexes through consistent action, even in seasons of peace. The more you practice showing up when life is calm, the more you’ll trust yourself to stay grounded when life gets messy. 

 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: 

• How peaceful seasons of life can become your training ground for lasting weight loss habits.
• Why “simple doesn’t mean easy” when it comes to consistency and health.
• What gratitude, time-blocking, and meal prep have in common with long-term wellness.
• How to create “show-up factors” — simple, actionable routines that keep you grounded when life feels out of control.
• The difference between fundamental skills and advanced skills in weight management (and how to know which to focus on).
• Why perfection is never the goal — progress and presence are.

🪞 Reflect & Take Action: 

Lindsey’s challenge for this week: 

1. Grab a few sticky notes and write down your “show-up factors.”
   These are small, repeatable actions that help you stay grounded in your health — like “drink water,” “move daily,” “hold a boundary,” or “go to bed before 10:00.”
2. Stick them somewhere visible — your desk, bathroom mirror, or kitchen — and let them remind you that consistency over time is your superpower.
3. Ask yourself: What am I practicing in peace that I want to become my reflex under pressure?

 Connect with Lindsey House:
   • Website: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com
   • Podcast: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com/podcast-1
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/houselifestyles

🎁 FREE Resources to Support Better Health:
• Book a FREE 1:1 Call → https://calendly.com/houselifestyles/podcast
• Join Our Free Facebook Community → https://www.facebook.com/groups/1077725052
• Download Your FREE Meal Planning Guide → https://pages.lindseyhouse.net/free-guide-1
💬 Let’s Chat! 

 Confused About Hormones or HRT? Dr. Nicole Lovat Helps You Navigate Midlife Health with Confidence and Clarity 

 Midlife health is not one-size-fits-all — and “normal” doesn’t always mean optimal. When you understand your hormones, you can advocate for care that helps you feel your best — inside and out. 

💡 In This Episode, We Discuss:
- What “normal” lab results really mean versus what’s optimal
- The most common misconceptions about hormone replacement therapy
- How GLP-1 medications (like Ozempic and Wegovy) interact with hormones
- What to expect in the first 6–12 months of starting HRT
- How to handle conflicting opinions from healthcare providers
- Why personalized medicine matters more than ever in midlife
- Actionable tips to advocate for your health and ask better questions at your next appointment

 ✨ Follow Dr. Nicole Lovat:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fireflymedical
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fireflymedical

📌More Expert Talks on Hormones & Women's Wellness:

 Hormone Pathways And The Light Bulb Moment - with Dr. Nicole Lovat  👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hormone-pathways-and-the-light-bulb-moment-with/id1448712163?i=1000649296023

Hormone Optimization for Brain & Bone Health | Dr. Nicole Lovat on HRT & Women's Wellness 👉https://youtu.be/wGbJXizKxvs 

Insulin Resistance & Hormones - What You Need to Know 👉 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/insulin-resistance-demystified-a-comprehensive/id1448712163?i=1000654413687

💬 Have questions? Let’s continue the conversation! Drop a comment below 👇

Connect with Lindsey House:
   • Website: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com
   • Podcast: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com/podcast-1
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/houselifestyles
🎁 FREE Resources to Support Better Health:
 • Book a FREE 1:1 Call → https://calendly.com/houselifestyles/podcast
 • Join Our Free Facebook Community → https://www.facebook.com/groups/1077725052
 • Download Your FREE Meal Planning Guide → https://pages.lindseyhouse.net/free-guide-1
💬 Let’s Chat!
 

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Dr. Lovat's Background:  

Dr. Lovat was born and raised in Winnipeg, Canada. She graduated First Class Double Honors with a Bachelor of Science in both Biochemistry and Physics. Thereafter, she concurrently earned both her MD and PhD in Pharmacology and Therapeutics, specializing in Insulin Resistance, Metabolic Syndrome, and Pregnancy. After residency, Dr. Lovat went on to practice as a physician, educator, and medical director.

In her role as a physician, Dr. Lovat has practiced cradle-to-grave medicine, ICU care, and Emergency Medicine. Her diverse background has given her the privilege of treating remote communities, delivering babies, and providing critical care to her community. She has worked and been an instructor for the Mayo Clinic, trained residents at Providence Health in Washington State, and taught for the University of Washington School of Medicine.

Dr. Lovat and her husband, Grant, decided to settle in the Midwest where they first met. After settling in, Firefly Medical Group PLLC was soon conceptualized as a family business to offer customized medical care specific to treating symptoms of hormone problems. Dr. Lovat’s high degree of expertise in drug science and research, as well as her advanced training in both bio-identical hormones and esthetics, make her a first-class provider in this space. 

🧠 Let’s Talk About the “If Onlys”

Last Wednesday, we talked about actionable steps to build momentum.
 Today, I want to look at something a little deeper — your beliefs around what’s possible.

Have you ever caught yourself saying:

• “If only I understood menopause or could afford hormone therapy…”
• “If only I didn’t have insulin resistance…”
• “If only I didn’t have food sensitivities…”

These “if onlys” sound innocent, but they’re actually sneaky mental roadblocks.
They convince us that we can’t move forward until we solve one specific problem — and that keeps us stuck.

Sometimes, the “if onlys” even give us a comfortable place to hide. For example:

• “I don’t want to cut back on alcohol, so I’ll focus on workouts or hormones instead.”
• “I don’t want to give up sweets, so maybe it’s my metabolism’s fault.”

When we hand over our power like that, we lose our confidence.
 And when we lose confidence… we lose hope.
 And I am here to say NOPE — we are not doing that anymore!

💪 Take Your Power Back

Let’s focus on what you can control:

• You can drink more water.
• You can move your body, even with limitations.
• You can fill your home with nourishing foods.
• You can set boundaries, go to bed earlier, and take your vitamins.

These fundamentals will always matter.
They are the foundation that supports every other piece — hormones, stress, gut health, all of it.

So here’s your growthwork for the week:

Grab a few sticky notes and write one actionable step on each — something you know serves you.

 Stick them somewhere visible — your desk, bathroom mirror, fridge — and let them remind you of your “show up” factors.

Here are a few examples to get you started:

• Strength workouts
• Drink water
• Declutter a space
• Prep meals
• Hold a boundary
• Take vitamins
• Go to bed before 10:00
• Choose fruits and veggies
• Prioritize protein
• Read or listen to something uplifting

These are simple, powerful habits that create flow — in your body, your mindset, and your health. When that flow fades, it’s usually because one of your “show up factors” has slipped.

⚡ Consistency Over Perfection

Remember, the magic is in showing up — consistently, imperfectly, and intentionally.
If you don’t know what to be consistent with, you’ll struggle to feel confident showing up at all.

So here’s your takeaway for today:

1. Create your sticky notes.
2. Get clear on what you want to be showing up for.
3. Focus on consistency — not perfection.

Remember: The change is in the show up.

Connect with Lindsey House:
   • Website: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com
   • Podcast: https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com/podcast-1
   • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/houselifestyles

🎁 FREE Resources to Support Better Health:
• Book a FREE 1:1 Call → https://calendly.com/houselifestyles/podcast
• Join Our Free Facebook Community → https://www.facebook.com/groups/1077725052
• Download Your FREE Meal Planning Guide → https://pages.lindseyhouse.net/free-guide-1
💬 Let’s Chat!
 

You’ve probably heard the phrase “self-care isn’t selfish” — but what about this one?
👉 “It’s not pampering, it’s preservation!”

That powerful statement came straight from my latest podcast interview, and it hit me hard — because it’s so true.

Connect with Dr. Mark Sherwood: 

Website: https://fmidr.com/

FREE Webinar: https://fmidr.com/webinar/

Further More Podcast: https://sherwood.tv/podcast/

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💆‍♀️ What We’re Really Talking About:

When we say “recovery,” we’re not talking about spa days and luxury treatments. We’re talking about tools and practices that preserve your energy, reduce inflammation, and help your body heal — things like:

• 🔴 Red light therapy
• 🔥 Infrared saunas
• ❄️ Cold plunges
• 💨 Cryotherapy
• 🦵 Leg compressions

🧠 Why Recovery Isn’t Just for Athletes

Maybe you’ve thought:

But recovery is actually preventative health. It supports longevity, hormone balance, and stress resilience. It’s how we protect our health, not just treat it.

Even better? You don’t need a huge budget to start.
 💡 Did you know Planet Fitness offers red light therapy for their Black Card members?
There are affordable, accessible options to bring recovery into your weekly routine.

🌿 The Mindset Shift: From Pampering to Preservation

When we change the narrative around recovery, it becomes part of our wellness strategy, not a guilty pleasure.

• It’s not about indulgence — it’s about intention.
• It’s not about perfection — it’s about preservation.

Connect with Direction Not Perfection:
    • Podcast → healthaccountabilitycoach.com/podcast-1
    • Website → healthaccountabilitycoach.com
    • Facebook → facebook.com/houselifestyles
    • Free Stress-Free Meal Planning Guide → pages.lindseyhouse.net/free-guide-1
    • Book a Free 1:1 Call → calendly.com/houselifestyles/podcast

 Struggling to lose weight despite your best efforts? Join health accountability coach Lindsey House as she breaks down the real reasons your progress has stalled — and how to shift your mindset for sustainable success. This short, inspiring episode helps you rethink food tracking, ditch perfectionism, and focus on the habits that truly move the scale and your confidence. 

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If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by diet rules, social media noise, or the ups and downs of the scale… this one’s for you.  

🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 

• Why “weight loss” isn’t the only goal — it’s a side benefit of overall wellness
• The power of showing up consistently (even imperfectly!)
• How to use food journaling as a research tool instead of a restriction tool
• Ways to identify small, realistic changes that add up over time
• How comparison sabotages progress — and what “eyes on your own paper” really means

 
🪞 Key Takeaways:
 

1. You don’t need to do everything perfectly — you just need to show up.
2. Awareness creates change. Track not to judge, but to learn.
3. Celebrate what’s working. Give yourself credit for the wins you’ve overlooked.
4. Small shifts lead to sustainable success. Little by little becomes a lot.

 
🧺 Action Steps for This Week:

✅ Try tracking your food for 3 days — and only focus on the positives.
✅ Identify one small, low-stress change that feels doable this week.
✅ Join the Direction Not Perfection Facebook community for extra support.
✅ Share this episode with a friend who’s ready to ditch perfectionism and find sustainable progress.


🌟 Resources Mentioned:

 🎙️ Follow Direction Not Perfection:
    • Website → https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com
    • Podcast → https://www.healthaccountabilitycoach.com/podcast-1
    • Free 1:1 Call → https://calendly.com/houselifestyles/podcast-or-member-consult
    • Free Meal Planning Guide → https://pages.lindseyhouse.net/free-guide
    • Facebook → https://facebook.com/houselifestyles
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