Three years ago, meditation seemed impossible to me. My mind raced, my thoughts were scattered, I couldn't turn my brain off... Sound familiar? Practicing meditation daily taught my brain how to slow down, become quiet, and organize my thoughts. It has helped me heal in so many ways. I am excited to share some getting started techniques with you on this very first episode! Using senses to bring mind back to body trains the brain to reconnect to self and stay present. This episode of guided mediation is perfect for everyone, novice to expert! Sending you love, joy, and ease with today's meditation!

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Gianni + Jackie bring something to the table i can't — motherhood. i mean, i love my fur + plant babies, but not the same...especially when it comes to the pregnancy post weight loss surgery mind fuck. i kept hearing friends talking about their post wls baby struggles + how not enough information is out there. my solution: give two women a platform to share what's missing  + needed in the wls community. Gianni is a first time mom. Jackie has two beautiful children (pre + post wls). in this episode, they share how to navigate the struggles, beliefs + weight gain encountered during + post pregnancy, along with their best advice to other wls moms + moms-to-be!

the podcast will be on hiatus until at least August 2020. thank you for all your support! xo, L

this episode is all about...dating! join Rose + i as we discuss dating pre + post wls, ideas for dates that don’t revolve around food, why it's important to look for validation within vs from a partner, red flags in dating, masculine + feminine energy + more!

this episode is all about...dating! join Rose + i as we discuss dating pre + post wls, ideas for dates that don’t revolve around food, why it's important to look for validation within vs from a partner, red flags in dating, masculine + feminine energy + more!

join Jess, Ash + i as we talk about figuring out how gay we are + coming out after heterosexual marriage. this beautiful couple shares their thoughts, feelings + excitement about growing up gay, dating, questioning sexuality + the backlash from people who think your life decisions are their business.

ash + i maaayyyybe went off on a little tangent (which i edited out) about lesbian podcasts. here are our faves!

dyking out

coming out with Lauren + Nicole

lez hang out podcast

queery

before having bariatric surgery, i explained to my then husband that divorce rates went up after surgery. i asked if it was still a decision we were ready to make. neither one of us thought it would be us, so we decided to put my health first + move forward with surgery.

weight loss was one catalyst of change in my life. it helped me realize i was worthy of personal growth + achieving the goals i put on hold for love. this isn't true for everyone, but many of us realize our truths on this path.

Jackie + Brittany joined me in this episode to share their truths — why they walked away, how it felt + what it taught them.

the purpose of this episode is not to promote divorce. i want you to choose what is best for you + move with fear. that may mean stay + fight, that may mean leave. in the end, it's up to you. 

the purpose of this episode is to remind you of your power. how will you use it?

designing a life you love includes the people you are surrounded by. this episode is a how to for making new friends — just in time for galentine's day! 

Kasi (my best friend) + i reveal how we met (+ her first impression of me), ways to meet new people, red (TOXIC AF) flags + what to look for when building your supportive tribe. it's never too late to make new friends!

 if you struggle with cutting out the bitter Betty's + negative Nancy's, find yourself surrounded by buzzkill Karen's, want to create a group of crown fixing females, or are nervous about asking people to be your friend...THIS is your episode. 

today's episode focuses largely on nutrition + bariatric patient myths, featuring Sarah D — certified personal trainer, health coach + sports nutritionist. we talk reverse dieting, taste buds changing post op, bitter vs sweet, having food funerals, not eating enough post bariatrics + stomach stretching.

the podcast is taking a holiday / moving break. enjoy the most popular (+ SEXIEST) episode of 2019 to finish out the year with laughter + joy! see you back here on January 13th, 2020!