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Feeling triggered, lonely, or stuck during the holidays? You're not alone—and this episode is here to help you THRIVE 🎄💪

Join your host Mel and Fruzsina Varga, MA, LPC, CMHCA—licensed clinician & mindset coach from POP Recovery Systems—as we deep-dive into the emotional rollercoaster of the post-op journey, identity crisis, body image struggles, and how to reset your mindset during the most difficult season of the year.

 

🌟 This episode is packed with transformational insights for:

Emotional eating recovery

Holiday weight gain mindset tips

Overcoming body dysmorphia after VSG or gastric bypass

Journaling & grounding exercises to improve your mental health

Navigating toxic family environments & triggers

Self-sabotage & how to break old patterns

 

📌 Resources & Links

👥 Join the POP Recovery Community – Free Consultations & Coaching

📓 Journal Prompts from Mel – www.OurSleevedLifePodcast.com

📱 DM Mel anytime — She answers them all!

📺 Watch the IG Live Replay on POP Recovery’s and OSLP IG page

💬 Need Mental Health Support?

You’re never alone. If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, please seek immediate support. Text or call 988 (in the U.S.), or visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org

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If you’re on the bariatric journey, healing your relationship with food, or learning to love yourself again—this podcast is for YOU 💕

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