From Corset to Crown

How often do you wake up already overwhelmed by everything you need to do? The list starts before your feet even hit the floor: work, kids, appointments, errands, exercise, meals, messages, and somewhere at the bottom of that endless list is you.

The problem is not about having more time. Overwhelm happens when you don't prioritize intentional time with yourself. In this episode, I discuss the difference between operating from the corset (conditioning, comparison, chaos, and old beliefs) and operating from the crown of self-awareness, self-leadership, self-worth, and intentional choices.

I also share a simple morning practice to help you stop living on autopilot. It's built around three parts: gratitude, new learning, and reflection & planning.

You don't need hours or another complicated routine. What you need is a few minutes to slow down and think about your thinking, understand why you're behaving the way you are, and decide how you want to show up.

Conclusion

You don't need to completely disrupt your life to transform it. Sometimes the most powerful change starts with a few quiet minutes before the world gets your attention. Pause. Get grounded. Learn something new. Reflect. Plan. Have that daily staff meeting with yourself.

In This Episode:

- Why quick fixes don't create lasting success

- Why your brain keeps you stuck

- The difference between the corset and the crown

- Self-consciousness vs. self-awareness

- The power of morning time

- Three parts to Carrie's morning time routine

- A daily staff meeting with yourself

Rise and Shine Morning Time Guide:

-https://www.carrielupoli.com/morning

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-Get your copy of "From Corset to Crown" (and I'll also give you a ton of awesome bonuses to make the learning really stick) at: https://www.carrielupoli.com/corsettocrown

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Connect with Carrie Lupoli:

Website – https://www.carrielupoli.com/homepage

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/carrie_lupoli/

Podcast Blog – https://www.carrielupoli.com/podcast

Other website – https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/

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-You Don’t Need To Fix Your Body To Be Worthy: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/you-dont-need-to-fix-your-body-to-be-worthy/id1507293016?i=1000788460591

What if the biggest transformation in your life seems to be the number on the scale? For years, Cindy believed her problem was her weight. She knew her hormones were off. She was carrying more weight than her body needed, and she had tried diet after diet to fix it. But underneath all of that was something she couldn't see yet: a deeply ingrained belief that she wasn't enough.

When Cindy took a self-love assessment, she scored negative 54, and that number became a wake-up call.

In this episode, Cindy and I talk about what happened when she stopped treating weight loss as the goal and started treating health, self-trust, and self-love as the foundation. We talk about the diet mindset she inherited growing up, the pressure of what women are “supposed” to look like, and how those beliefs can become so deeply embedded that we don't realize they're shaping the way we live.

Today, Cindy can look in the mirror and say, “I love myself,” and actually believe it. The woman who originally came to us to lose weight is now a certified nutrition and lifestyle coach, helping other women discover their worth and write their stories of freedom.

Conclusion

Your goal should be to become more fully yourself, not to become someone else. Health isn't about earning your worth. Weight isn't a measure of your value, and taking care of yourself isn't selfish. Sometimes straightening your crown means keeping your word to yourself, asking for what you need, setting a boundary, or simply remembering that you matter, too.

In This Episode:

- The negative self-talk Cindy thought was normal

- Living with chronic stress and a diet mentality

- The decision to finally advocate for herself

- Eating without counting or restricting

- Losing 55 pounds while preserving muscle

- From negative 54 to zero: rebuilding self-love

- Breaking the rackets that kept her stuck

Join the BS Club:

-https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/bsclub

Pre-Order the Book, From Corset to Crown!

-Get your copy of "From Corset to Crown" (and I'll also give you a ton of awesome bonuses to make the learning really stick) at: https://www.carrielupoli.com/corsettocrown

From Corset to Crown Live Event in Nashville on October 2-4, 2026:

-The ultimate girls' trip is on! Get your tickets here (and use code GET50 to get $50 off the General Admission ticket): https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/liveevent2026

Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:

-Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-corset-to-crown/id1507293016

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Connect with Cindy Weathers:

Website – https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/cindy-weathers-meet-the-team

Connect with Carrie Lupoli:

Website – https://www.carrielupoli.com/homepage

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/carrie_lupoli/

Podcast Blog – https://www.carrielupoli.com/podcast

Other website – https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/

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What if the reason you keep going back to old habits has nothing to do with willpower and everything to do with how your brain is wired?

We often think transformation starts with motivation. We get excited, commit to a plan, and promise ourselves that this time will be different. But motivation eventually fades. And when change starts to feel uncomfortable, our brains naturally pull us back toward what feels familiar, even when those familiar habits aren't serving us.

In this episode, I’m joined by my head coach, longtime friend, and someone who knows this work better than almost anyone: Deb Van Dusen.

Deb and I go way back. We were childhood friends who lost touch, then reconnected years later. She initially came to me looking for a body transformation. Today, Deb trains our coaches, develops our curriculum, and has spent nearly eight years studying behavior, change, women's health, and what helps transformation stick.

We also dive into one of my favorite metaphors for transformation: butterfly soup. When a caterpillar enters its chrysalis, it essentially dissolves into a soup before becoming something completely new. To become a butterfly, the caterpillar has to let go of what it was.

Conclusion

The butterfly doesn't become a butterfly by staying comfortable. Neither do we. Your crown has been there all along. But sometimes you have to be willing to get messy, question what you've believed, let go of the identity you've outgrown, and discover the woman underneath it all.

In This Episode:

- Deb’s journey from weight loss to life transformation

- When losing the weight doesn’t change how you feel

- Why we return to what feels comfortable

- The “rackets” keeping you stuck

- Metacognition: start thinking about your thinking

- What is “butterfly soup?"

- No guilt, just data: choose curiosity over judgment

Recommended Books:

-Atomic Habits by James Clear - https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits

-The Consistency Code by Courtney Townley - https://graceandgrit.com/book/the-consistency-code/

-Don't Believe Everything You Think by Joseph Nguyen - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09WPP7R6S?

-What to Say When You Talk to Yourself by Shad Helmstetter - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0671708821?

Join the BS Club:

-https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/bsclub

Pre-Order the Book, From Corset to Crown!

-Get your copy of "From Corset to Crown" (and I'll also give you a ton of awesome bonuses to make the learning really stick) at: https://www.carrielupoli.com/corsettocrown

From Corset to Crown Live Event in Nashville on October 2-4, 2026:

-The ultimate girls' trip is on! Get your tickets here (and use code GET50 to get $50 off the General Admission ticket): https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/liveevent2026

Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:

-Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-corset-to-crown/id1507293016

-Follow and listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0zfk9YgYTM95RVKqcW3VGF

-Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carrieLupoliofficial/podcasts?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Deb Van Dusen:

Website – https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/deb-van-dusen

Connect with Carrie Lupoli:

Website – https://www.carrielupoli.com/homepage

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/carrie_lupoli/

Podcast Blog – https://www.carrielupoli.com/podcast

Other website – https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/

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-Are You Living The Life Someone Else Chose For You?: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/are-you-living-the-life-someone-else-chose-for-you/id1507293016?i=1000787176455

We spend so much time trying to fix ourselves–changing how we look, buying products, following wellness trends, taking supplements, and searching for the next solution. But what if our bodies are far more intelligent than we give them credit for?

In this episode, I’m joined by Warren Phillips, the Non-Toxic Dad, for a conversation that goes deeper than toxins in food, clothing, and homes. We explore the connection between physical toxicity and the beliefs that can disconnect us from who we are. Because whether it’s a chemical toxin or a belief that tells us we aren’t enough, the result can be the same.

Warren shares his journey of becoming sick through environmental exposure and then spending years studying detoxification, eventually helping others reconnect with their biology.

Our conversation takes the idea of the “corset” beyond appearance. We talk about the cultural conditioning, beauty standards, products, relationships, and beliefs that can disconnect us from our bodies and our sense of self.

Creating a healthier environment doesn't mean you have to change everything overnight. Start with one percent, listen to your body, and continue building your own blueprint for the healthiest version of you.

Conclusion

Becoming healthier is about reconnecting–with our bodies, with nature, with our intuition. And reconnecting with the woman we actually are underneath all the expectations about who we're supposed to be. Remember, your body is not your enemy. You are not broken. Your crown is not broken. Sometimes you just need to stop fighting your biology and start working with it.

In This Episode:

- Warren’s journey into non-toxic living and environmental health

- How everyday toxins can affect your health

- Making health decisions from the corset versus the crown

- Practical ways to reduce toxins without becoming overwhelmed

- When healthy living becomes clouded in fear and obsession

- Your body is designed to adapt

- Becoming the healthiest version of yourself from the crown

Peer-reviewed EWG study finds produce washing options can reduce pesticide residue:

-https://www.ewg.org/news-insights/news-release/2026/05/peer-reviewed-ewg-study-finds-produce-washing-options-can-reduce

Join the BS Club:

-https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/bsclub

Pre-Order the Book, From Corset to Crown!

-Get your copy of "From Corset to Crown" (and I'll also give you a ton of awesome bonuses to make the learning really stick) at: https://www.carrielupoli.com/corsettocrown

From Corset to Crown Live Event in Nashville on October 2-4, 2026:

-The ultimate girls' trip is on! Get your tickets here (and use code GET50 to get $50 off the General Admission ticket): https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/liveevent2026

Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:

-Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-corset-to-crown/id1507293016

-Follow and listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0zfk9YgYTM95RVKqcW3VGF

-Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carrieLupoliofficial/podcasts?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Warren Phillips:

Website – https://nontoxicdad.com/

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/nontoxicdad/

YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@nontoxicdad

Connect with Carrie Lupoli:

Website – https://www.carrielupoli.com/homepage

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/carrie_lupoli/

Podcast Blog – https://www.carrielupoli.com/podcast

Other website – https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/

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Sometimes the number on the scale keeps distracting you from what actually matters. For years, women have been taught to measure their health by weight, appearance, and perfection, but true health is about how you feel, how you show up, and whether you are taking care of yourself from a place of self-worth.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Kellyann Petrucci, a board-certified naturopathic doctor, New York Times bestselling author, and weight-loss and anti-aging expert, for a conversation that goes far beyond food. We talk about aging, confidence, comparison, identity, and what it means to make health choices from the crown instead of the corset.

We explore how the habits we build can either come from fear or from a genuine belief that we are worth caring for. The goal should never be about just losing weight. The goal has to be about becoming the healthiest, strongest, most aligned version of yourself.

Conclusion

Health is not about punishment or perfection. It’s about choosing habits that allow you to show up fully for your purpose, your family, and your future. The number on the scale doesn’t determine your value. The way you choose to care for yourself does.

In This Episode:

- The corset, the crown, and redefining self-worth

- Why health is about more than weight loss

- How Dr. Kellyann pursued her calling

- Balancing success, aging, and the pressure women carry

- Breaking free from comparison and the scale

- Health as a vehicle for purpose and a meaningful life

- Choosing self-worth over chasing perfection

- Making informed choices in the wellness industry

Join the BS Club:

-https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/bsclub

Pre-Order the Book, From Corset to Crown!

-Get your copy of "From Corset to Crown" (and I'll also give you a ton of awesome bonuses to make the learning really stick) at: https://www.carrielupoli.com/corsettocrown

From Corset to Crown Live Event in Nashville on October 2-4, 2026:

-The ultimate girls' trip is on! Get your tickets here (and use code GET50 to get $50 off the General Admission ticket): https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/liveevent2026

Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:

-Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-corset-to-crown/id1507293016

-Follow and listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0zfk9YgYTM95RVKqcW3VGF

-Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carrieLupoliofficial/podcasts?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Dr. Kellyann Petrucci:

Website – https://drkellyann.com/

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/drkellyannpetrucci/

Connect with Carrie Lupoli:

Website – https://www.carrielupoli.com/homepage

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/carrie_lupoli/

Podcast Blog – https://www.carrielupoli.com/podcast

Other website – https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/

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What if the biggest thing standing between you and the life you want isn’t your body, your habits, or even your circumstances, but the story you keep telling yourself about who you are?

In this episode, I’m having a conversation with my good friend Courtney Townley, keynote speaker and author of The Consistency Code. We’re pulling back the curtain on our upcoming From Corset to Crown event, but more importantly, we’re talking about the deeper work women have to do when they’re ready to stop outsourcing their identity and start leading themselves.

We get into the stories that feel true simply because we’ve heard them for so long, the difference between doing something from the corset versus the crown, and why taking a risk can be the very thing that builds confidence, self-trust, and a more alive version of your life.

Conclusion

The stories we tell ourselves can become so familiar that we stop questioning them, but too often those statements are not facts. Your identity is not fixed. It is shaped by what you practice. Every time you choose self-leadership, take a risk, try again, or do something that scares you, you are practicing becoming someone new.

In This Episode:

- Why we are doing this: our shared perspective

- Redefining health through identity, purpose, and self-leadership

- The power of being in a room with women who are changing the conversation

- Learning to lead yourself while still accepting support

- The “truthiness” stories that keep women stuck

- Why failing forward is part of becoming who you want to be

- What Courtney plans to say at the event

- Why taking off the corset is a daily choice

- The Consistency Code and where to find Courtney Townley

Join the BS Club:

https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/bsclub

Pre-Order the Book, From Corset to Crown!

Get your copy of "From Corset to Crown" (and I'll also give you a ton of awesome bonuses to make the learning really stick) at: https://www.carrielupoli.com/corsettocrown

From Corset to Crown Live Event in Nashville on October 2-4, 2026:

The ultimate girls' trip is on! Get your tickets here (and use code GET50 to get $50 off the General Admission ticket): https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/liveevent2026

Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:

Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-corset-to-crown/id1507293016

Follow and listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0zfk9YgYTM95RVKqcW3VGF

Subscribe and watch on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@carrieLupoliofficial/podcasts?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Courtney Townley:

Website – https://graceandgrit.com/

Connect with Carrie Lupoli:

Website – https://www.carrielupoli.com/homepage

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/carrie_lupoli/

Podcast Blog – https://www.carrielupoli.com/podcast

Other website – https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/

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What if knowing what you want is actually an act of self-worth? As women, we’re often taught to look outside ourselves for the answers: what we should wear, how we should look, what we should buy, and even what we should want.

In this episode, I’m having a very different kind of conversation with Rachel Moscaritolo and Amanda Watkins, the women behind Bespoke by A+R, about jewelry, entrepreneurship, empowerment, and what happens when you stop letting other people tell you what you want.

Rather than starting with what is available in a traditional retail store, Rachel and Amanda begin by understanding the individual–her lifestyle, preferences, and what she actually wants. That idea connects directly to my From Corset to Crown message–moving away from pressure and approval and toward self-trust and knowing who you are. I also share the deeply personal story of losing my wedding rings in the ocean and the realization that came from it.

Conclusion

Losing my rings initially made me feel shame and guilt. But when I found them, I realized the rings weren’t truly lost. I just needed to know where to look. And I think so many women need that reminder. You are not lost. You don't need to earn your self-worth. Your value is already within you, and you only need to "find" it.

In This Episode:

- How two women turned an idea into a business

- Why traditional jewelry shopping can feel stressful and intimidating

- Starting with what you want instead of what you’re told to want

- How social media and comparison influence our choices

- The story behind Carrie’s lost wedding rings

- Understanding value, trust, and the jewelry industry

- Why the lost rings became a powerful lesson in self-worth

- Building community and creating something that empowers women

Join the BS Club:

-https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/bsclub

Pre-Order the Book, From Corset to Crown!

-Get your copy of "From Corset to Crown" (and I'll also give you a ton of awesome bonuses to make the learning really stick) at: https://www.carrielupoli.com/corsettocrown

From Corset to Crown Live Event in Nashville on October 2-4, 2026:

-The ultimate girls' trip is on! Get your tickets here (and use code GET50 to get $50 off the General Admission ticket): https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/liveevent2026

Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:

-Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-corset-to-crown/id1507293016

-Follow and listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0zfk9YgYTM95RVKqcW3VGF

-Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carrieLupoliofficial/podcasts?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Rachel and Amanda:

Website – https://bespokebar.com/

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/bespokejewelrybar

Connect with Carrie Lupoli:

Website – https://www.carrielupoli.com/homepage

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/carrie_lupoli/

Podcast Blog – https://www.carrielupoli.com/podcast

Other website – https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/

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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/part-3-the-one-thing-how-to-straighten-your-crown/id1507293016?i=1000782741280

-The Hidden Power of Self-Love:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hidden-power-of-self-love-229/id1507293016?i=1000712181692

What happens when life changes direction and suddenly the things that once felt easy become impossible?

A lot of women believe that when life gets stressful, overwhelming, or unpredictable, taking care of themselves has to go on pause. They wait for the storm to pass before they start showing up again.

But life will always bring changing winds. The question isn’t whether you keep sailing–it’s whether you know how to adjust your sails when conditions change.

In this episode, I’m sharing the exact framework I use with my private clients to help them continue caring for themselves through every season of life, from stormy waters to favorable winds, without abandoning who they are in the process.

Conclusion

There will be seasons in your life where there’s more space to grow and seasons for rebuilding, but there will be seasons where everything feels overwhelming. Just like when the wind shifts on a sailboat, you don’t panic or stop moving. You adjust your sails and continue forward.

In This Episode:

- Why life’s challenges are not a sign that something went wrong

- Understand the three fundamentals of self-care

- Navigating stormy waters: Preserve your energy

- Navigating headwinds: Simplify and protect what matters most

- Navigating steady waters: Build strength, habits, and resilience

- Navigating favorable winds: Expand and create more impact

Join the BS Club:

-https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/bsclub

Pre-Order Carrie’s Book, From Corset to Crown!

-Get your copy of "From Corset to Crown" (and I'll also give you a ton of awesome bonuses to make the learning really stick) at: https://www.carrielupoli.com/corsettocrown

Carrie’s From Corset to Crown Live Event in Nashville on October 2-4, 2026:

-The ultimate girls' trip is on! Get your tickets here (special group rate for 2 or more!) https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/liveevent2026

Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:

-Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-corset-to-crown/id1507293016

-Follow and listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0zfk9YgYTM95RVKqcW3VGF

-Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carrieLupoliofficial/podcasts?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Carrie Lupoli:

Website – https://www.carrielupoli.com/homepage

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/carrie_lupoli/

Podcast Blog – https://www.carrielupoli.com/podcast

Other website – https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/

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For so many women, the search for worth takes us outside of ourselves. We chase the perfect body, the perfect career, the perfect relationship, or the next achievement that will finally make us feel whole. But what if the crown you’re looking for has been there all along?

In this episode, I’m discussing what it means to truly straighten your crown, break free from the invisible corset of expectations, and start making decisions from a place of self-trust, alignment, and love.

I share stories about my daughter Grace, the parable of “diamonds on your own land," and the acorn-to-oak story to show how our identity is shaped by the stories we believe. When we stop trying to polish the corset and instead recognize the crown we were born with, we can begin making choices from alignment instead of approval.

Conclusion

The crown was never lost. It was simply buried beneath years of expectations, conditioning, and the pressure to prove that we are enough. Straightening your crown is about returning to the person you were before the world taught you that you needed to earn your worth.

In This Episode:

- Understanding the corset and how it shapes our beliefs

- The diamonds you’re searching for are already within you

- Changing the stories that keep you stuck

- Choosing alignment over approval

- The moment Grace learned she was worthy

- A daily practice to straighten your crown

- Returning to your true self

Mentioned in the Episode:

-The Story of You by Ian Morgan Cron: https://www.amazon.com/dp/006282581X

Join the BS Club:

-https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/bsclub

Pre-Order Carrie’s Book, From Corset to Crown!

-Get your copy of "From Corset to Crown" (and I'll also give you a ton of awesome bonuses to make the learning really stick) at: https://www.carrielupoli.com/corsettocrown

Carrie’s From Corset to Crown Live Event in Nashville on October 2-4, 2026:

-The ultimate girls' trip is on! Get your tickets here (special group rate for 2 or more!) https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/liveevent2026

Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:

-Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-corset-to-crown/id1507293016

-Follow and listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0zfk9YgYTM95RVKqcW3VGF

-Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carrieLupoliofficial/podcasts?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Carrie Lupoli:

Website – https://www.carrielupoli.com/homepage

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/carrie_lupoli/

Podcast Blog – https://www.carrielupoli.com/podcast

Other website – https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/

Other Related Episodes:

Looking for more tips to optimize your health? Listen to these episodes:

-Part 2: The One Thing You Need to Do Before You Say Yes to Anything: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/part-2-the-one-thing-you-need-to-do-before-you-say/id1507293016?i=1000779875007

-Part 1: The One Thing That Explains Why You're Always Exhausted: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/part-1-the-one-thing-that-explains-why-youre-always/id1507293016?i=1000778699535

Are you constantly trying to prove your worth? Maybe it shows up as perfectionism, over-functioning, people-pleasing, or feeling like you have to sacrifice yourself to be a good mother, partner, or successful woman.

The truth is, many of us have been wearing an invisible “corset” for years, one that tells us we need to achieve, perform, shrink, or change ourselves to deserve confidence and worth.

In this episode, I dive deeper into what it means to move from the corset to the crown and why awareness alone isn’t enough to create lasting change.

I introduce the “center,” the space between the corset and the crown, and teach my SNAP strategy. This simple framework helps you recognize when you’re making choices based on old conditioning and makes it easier to choose responses that align with the woman you’re becoming.

Conclusion

The crown was never something you had to earn. It was always there. The goal isn’t to become someone new. It’s to reconnect with who you already are beneath the pressure, expectations, and stories that have shaped you.

In This Episode:

- Introduction: From corset to crown

- Why awareness alone doesn’t create freedom

- Finding the center between the corset and the crown

- How your brain reinforces the stories you believe

- The "center" practice: using the S.N.A.P. strategy

- The hidden power in the word “just”

- Finding the freedom you’ve been searching for

Join the BS Club:

-https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/bsclub

Pre-Order Carrie’s Book, From Corset to Crown!

-Get your copy of "From Corset to Crown" (and I'll also give you a ton of awesome bonuses to make the learning really stick) at: https://www.carrielupoli.com/corsettocrown

Carrie’s From Corset to Crown Live Event in Nashville on October 2-4, 2026:

-The ultimate girls' trip is on! Get your tickets here (special group rate for 2 or more!) https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/liveevent2026

Listen to This Episode on Your Favorite Podcast Channel:

-Follow and listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-corset-to-crown/id1507293016

-Follow and listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0zfk9YgYTM95RVKqcW3VGF

-Subscribe and watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@carrieLupoliofficial/podcasts?sub_confirmation=1

Connect with Carrie Lupoli:

Website – https://www.carrielupoli.com/homepage

Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/carrie_lupoli/

Podcast Blog – https://www.carrielupoli.com/podcast

Other website – https://www.disruptivenutrition.com/

Other Related Episodes:

Looking for more tips to optimize your health? Listen to these episodes:

-Part 1: The One Thing That Explains Why You're Always Exhausted: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/part-1-the-one-thing-that-explains-why-youre-always/id1507293016?i=1000778699535

-From Corset to Crown: Why I’ve Changed Everything After Six Years: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-corset-to-crown-why-ive-changed-everything-after/id1507293016?i=1000776752936