Project Weight Loss

Hello my friends! I'm so excited to have you with me this week for a topic that’s important to me and our Project Weight Loss journey—loving yourself even when you're not at your ideal weight.

In this episode, I explore the delicate balance between self-love and self-improvement. Is it possible to fully embrace who we are right now while still working towards our goals? Absolutely! I'll share insights from my own journey, and we'll dive into what the Stoics, like Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius, have to say about self-acceptance and inner contentment.

We often feel that we can only love ourselves once we've reached our "goal weight" or some external benchmark, but that mindset can actually hold us back. Together, we'll uncover how to love ourselves at every stage of our journey, while still striving for growth.

I’ll also be answering a big question: How do we reconcile self-love with the drive to change? Tune in to hear practical strategies, and don’t miss the quote of the week from Glennon Doyle – "We can do hard things. We can love ourselves and work to become who we are meant to be, at the same time."

Thank you for being here, and I can’t wait to share this special episode with you!

Hello my friends! I'm so excited to have you with me this week for a topic that’s important to me and our Project Weight Loss journey—loving yourself even when you're not at your ideal weight.

In this episode, I explore the delicate balance between self-love and self-improvement. Is it possible to fully embrace who we are right now while still working towards our goals? Absolutely! I'll share insights from my own journey, and we'll dive into what the Stoics, like Epictetus and Marcus Aurelius, have to say about self-acceptance and inner contentment.

We often feel that we can only love ourselves once we've reached our "goal weight" or some external benchmark, but that mindset can actually hold us back. Together, we'll uncover how to love ourselves at every stage of our journey, while still striving for growth.

I’ll also be answering a big question: How do we reconcile self-love with the drive to change? Tune in to hear practical strategies, and don’t miss the quote of the week from Glennon Doyle:

"We can do hard things. We can love ourselves and work to become who we are meant to be, at the same time."   

Thank you for being here, and I can’t wait to share this special episode with you!

Let’s go, let’s get it done.

Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

In this episode, I take a closer look at the US World News Report on the best and worst diets of 2024. I’ll reveal the top three diets you might want to reconsider, and why experts are placing them at the bottom of the list of the best diets. Then, I’ll share which diets are ranked at the top and how they can help you live a healthier, more balanced life.

Tune in to hear my thoughts on making choices that align with your long-term health and happiness.

Quotes of the Week:

"Dieting is the only game where you win when you lose!" – Karl Lagerfeld

"The best diet is the one you don't know you're on." – Brian Wansink

Episode 53: Blue Zones: The Secrets to Living

Episode 56: A Most Powerful Asset – A Good Diet: The Mediterranean Diet

US News And World Report, Best Diets 2024

 Today Show on the Best Diets of 2024

Let’s go, let’s get it done.

Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

In this episode, I explore a powerful mindfulness tool called RAIN, a framework that can help us address anxiety and cultivate self-compassion. We talk about how mindfulness isn’t always easy to understand or practice, but with the RAIN steps—Recognize, Allow, Investigate, and Nurture—it becomes a bit more tangible.

I share how mindfulness has impacted my life and dive into the teachings of Tara Brach, who added her own twist to this concept by incorporating a focus on nurturing ourselves through radical compassion. We’ll also look at expert insights on the importance of mindfulness in managing stressors. 

Join me as we walk through the steps of RAIN and how this tool can help us be more present, compassionate, and resilient, especially on our Project Weight Loss journey.

Quote of the week:

 “Mindfulness is simply being aware of what is happening right now without wishing it were different; enjoying the pleasant without holding on when it changes (which it will); being with the unpleasant without fearing it will always be this way (which it won’t).” ~James Baraz

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ADAA Article - The Anxiety and Depression Association of America- The RAIN: A Mindful Framework for Addressing Anxious Thoughts. Written by Melissa Lewis-Duarte, Ph.D.

Tara Brach RAIN

Let’s go, let’s get it done.

Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

In this week’s episode, we are tackling stress and touching on overwhelm. These two emotions, especially overwhelm, can be so harmful to our well-being, but we often don’t realize we can address them right away. Whether its stress eating that derails our weight loss journey, or feeling overwhelmed by work, relationships, or money, we know these emotions impact our physical and mental health. My goal is to give you strategies to manage these emotions and help you thrive—not just get by. Stress and overwhelm can wreak havoc, but with the right mindset and tools, we can handle them better and create thriving, happier lives.

We will also discuss how stress is different from anxiety and why it's important to distinguish the two. Plus, I’ll share some fun, practical strategies to manage stress. Whether it’s giving your workout gear personalities or trying on accents, we’re adding some humor to help lighten the load. Let’s remember the ultimate goal here: you and I are enough just as we are, and taking the pressure off ourselves can do wonders. 

Quote of the week: “These mountains you are carrying, you were only supposed to climb” – Najwa Zebian.

Let’s go, let’s get it done.

Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

In this episode, we explore the concept of time and how it shifts throughout our lives. As children, time seems endless, but as we grow older, it feels like it speeds up, and we often fear that it's running out. And yet the truth is, that time is relative, and how we perceive it depends on our mindset and priorities. 

We all have the same 24 hours, but how we choose to spend those hours defines the quality of our lives. Living intentionally and prioritizing what truly matters allows us to make the most of the time we have, whether it’s 10 years or this one moment in time - today.

I also speak to this idea of time to weight loss and project management. Just like in life, managing our health goals or projects comes down to breaking them into manageable steps and aligning them with our priorities. It’s not about rushing to the finish line but making consistent, thoughtful choices every day. Time is on our side when we focus on the present, and by treating each day as an opportunity for growth and progress, we can create lasting, meaningful change in our lives.

Quote of the week:

“Time isn’t precious at all, because it is an illusion. What you perceive as precious is not time but the one point that is out of time: The Now. That is precious indeed. The more you are focused on time —past and future — the more you miss the now, the most precious thing there is.” ― Eckhart Tolle

Let’s go, let’s get it done.

Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

In this episode, we get to it! I speak to the importance of taking our Project Weight Loss journey seriously, with no half measures. 

I emphasize what is important about following through to act in alignment with our goals. It's not enough to just want something—we have to care enough to plan, execute, and stay consistent, even when it's challenging. 

I share personal insights on how I shifted my mindset and how that change led me to achieve my goals. I give you key takeaways in order to get your results, and the associated actions  essential to your success.

Quote of the week:

"Discipline is choosing between what you want now and what you want most.”
 —Abraham Lincoln

Let’s go, let’s get it done.

Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

In this episode, I share what I have learned from the teachings of the great Dr. Brené Brown, and the profound impact of emotions on our lives, focusing on the themes of courage, vulnerability, and empathy as explored by our Maester Emotions Researcher, Dr. Brené Brown. I discuss what I have learned from this amazing Maester including how our emotions drive our actions and habits, which directly influence our journey to personal growth and weight loss. I emphasize the importance of understanding and embracing our emotions—rather than numbing or avoiding them—as a way to empower ourselves to make meaningful changes. By facing our fears, vulnerabilities, and shame, we can build stronger connections with others and develop a deeper sense of self-awareness and resilience.

I also explore how the stories we tell ourselves shape our perceptions and relationships. Brené Brown’s teachings encourage us to question the narratives we create in our minds and seek the truth in our interactions with others. This self-reflection can lead to healthier, more authentic connections. Additionally, I discuss the concept of "holding our center" during challenging times, highlighting the value of grounding ourselves in our emotions while navigating life's uncertainties.

This episode is an honest reminder that embracing our emotional experiences is essential to living a fulfilled and courageous life.

Dr. Brené Brown's Website

Netflix: Brené Brown - The Call to Courage

Let’s go, let’s get it done.

Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

This week, I speak to the two powerful emotions: envy and jealousy. These emotions, often misunderstood and used interchangeably, play a significant role in our lives, influencing our actions, thoughts, and ultimately, our Project Weight Loss journey. 

Envy typically arises when we desire something that someone else has, reflecting a scarcity mindset that leaves us feeling less than or lacking. Jealousy, on the other hand, involves the fear of losing something or someone we value, often leading to a sense of insecurity. Understanding the distinct nature of these emotions is crucial because they both create barriers—envy distorts our perception of others' lives, making us believe the grass is greener elsewhere, while jealousy stems from a fear of loss that can damage our relationships and self-esteem.

By recognizing and addressing these emotions, we can begin to dismantle the barriers they create, opening ourselves up to true intimacy, compassion, and self-acceptance. Envy and jealousy are natural, but they don’t have to control us. Instead of letting these emotions dictate our thoughts and actions, we can shift our perspective, celebrate others' successes, and recognize the abundance in our own lives. 

This awareness allows us to live more freely and fully, helping us to stay focused on our own goals and to work towards our best lives with a sense of peace and possibility.

Quote of the Week:

“Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it.” -Rumi

 Brenee Brown Interview with Ellen

Brenee Brown Ted Talk 

Calm App Meditation-Envy 

Let’s go, let’s get it done.

Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

In this episode of Project Weight Loss, I speak to the enduring nature of joy and how it stands apart from pleasure and happiness. Exploring definitions and personal reflections, we uncover how joy is an inside job that can be cultivated despite life's challenges and stressors. 

By seeking and practicing joy, we find a powerful antidote to stress and a key to living a fulfilled life. Through insights from this episode you can embrace joy in your daily life.

My dear friends, please share and rate this episode, together we can help people live their best and most joyful lives.

Thank you for listening and sharing.

Quote of the week:

“We cannot cure the world of sorrows, but we can choose to live in joy.”

By Joseph Campbell

Let’s go, let’s get it done.

Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org

In this week's episode of Project Weight Loss, I talk about the importance of becoming comfortable with the uncomfortable and how this can transform our lives. Deciding to face challenges head-on and embrace discomfort shifts our mindset, and can build resilience, creating a pathway to growth. 

By choosing to navigate through discomfort, we can break free from our comfort zones, tackle our goals with confidence, and move closer to the lives we truly desire. Join me as we discover how stepping into discomfort can be the key to unlocking our full potential.

Let’s go, let’s get it done.

Get more information at: http://projectweightloss.org