The Bariatric Experience

This week I am officially 2 years post-op from my vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG)! WHAT!? While it feels like both a long 2 years and also a blink of an eye - I'm sharing the most important lessons I've learned so far (though I am sure there are many more to come!). 

In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I reflect on the lessons that have shown up for me - both specific to surgery and in my overall life - after doing the most life changing thing I've every done for myself.  

Listen in to learn:

• The five lessons that I learned going through this process 
• How to think about your first 18 months
• What I'm continuing to learn heading into my 3rd year 

If you're looking for a few insider secrets - I've got you covered this week!

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Do you every just feel that there are SO MANY RULES on this journey? And that no one ever talks about how to apply it to real life? Yep, me too and that’s what we are talking about on this weeks episode. 

In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I talk about all the rules that come along with this journey - but more importantly how to apply the Real Life Factor to ensure your success. Listen in to learn how to make these rules work for you - rather than you working the rules! 

What You Will Learn:

• The two categories of Rules and how we interpret them
• The steps to apply your real life situations to each type of rule so you can enjoy your new life
• How to not let the rules overwhelm and discourage you. You got this!

If you've been trying to figure out how to make this new life work for you - you gotta hear this!

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We've been doing it our whole lives and it can be all-consuming sometimes - especially when it's everywhere. Online, real life, in our heads. Yup, I'm talking about comparison. Unfortunately, comparison never goes away - our society thrives on it but you can manage it!

In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I talk about comparison and how to overcome getting stuck.  Listen in to learn why simple steps can help you move out of comparison and allow you to stand proudly on your own path of happiness. 

What You Will Learn:

• The three types of comparison we all make, especially in the bariatric community
• The steps to identify and move past comparison
• One type of comparison that you probably didn't even realize you're making!

Do not miss out on this weeks episode - it's a must hear!

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We all start our journey looking to be successful – but why are some successful and others struggle? Its about sustainability and that’s exactly what we’re talking about on this episode.

In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I talk about how to create sustainable habits that lead you to success instead of riding the struggle bus.  Listen in to learn why your community might evolve as you continue with your journey. 

What You Will Learn:

• How I, personally, am making adjustments to create my path to long term success
• Why you shouldn't have to feel like you're losing, when you don't feel like you're winning
• The 3 things you need to do to create sustainability

This is an episode you do not want to miss!

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No matter how much your family and friends support you, they sometimes will simply not be able to understand the challenges (and successes!) you will face  - which is why it's crucial to your success to have a safe and supportive bariatric community! 

In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I talk about finding a bariatric community online or offline through the 4C’s formula. Listen in to learn why your community might evolve as you continue with your journey. 

What You Will Learn:

• The different types of communities that you could be part of and why a bariatric community is a MUST!
• Places you can find bariatric communities both offline and online for support pre-op and post-op. 
• The 4C’s to help find your crew
• Learn about my bariatric crew and where I found them!

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What challenges are you having to battle (or think you will battle) post-op? Are you craving the things you have been told to stay away from? 

In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I talk about some of the common challenges you’re likely to experience post your weight loss surgery. Listen in to learn tips and tricks on how to deal with  3 common obstables you'll face.

• What You Will Learn:
• The list of the three things you’re likely experiencing post-operation.
• What to do when a  substitute doesn’t exist
• How to do the hard work and make the choices you need to make
• What you're going to have to to do conquer hydration

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What is driving your goals this year? Maybe you’re looking for a solid less formal goal-setting method that will help you succeed this year? 

In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I talk about goal setting for 2021 and your year-long success. This can be directly tied to your bariatric journey but also to business, family or your overall personal growth. Listen in to learn about the one word of the year practice and why you should adopt it this year to see a difference.

What You Will Learn:

• How picking a word to drive my progress for a year has worked for me.
• The three things you need to know when choosing your word
• Why you should take your time choosing your word and ensure it aligns with the goals you want to achieve.
• What I chose as my 2021 word of the year.

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Are you completely motivated by the start of the new year? Or does completely changing everything about yourself sound exhausting?! In this episode, we're on why it shouldn't be New Year, New You and what you need to focus on to keep one foot in front of the other.  In this episode, find out:

• How to keep moving forward in 2021
• How set a goal a little differently - you'll be surprised on what to focus on
• What my goal is for the next 90 days
• And where you will find success!

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Oh! And if you haven't heard - The Bariatric Experience just launched a snazzy new website! 
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How many times has someone asked you to do something you didn’t want to do and you said yes – just so they wouldn’t feel bad? In this episode, we're diving in and talking people pleasing! In this episode, find out:

• How to identify people pleasing and the 2 things you need to ask yourself.
• How people pleasing is detrimental to your growth
• How to stop it in it's tracks - find out my motto to stop people pleasing (it's a good one!)

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In this episode, I'm fired up to talk about taking the "easy way out"! In this episode, find out:

• What does the "easy" way even mean?
• Why is the "hard way" better?
• Things to keep you in the right headspace when challenged with the "easy way" conversation.

If you haven't already make sure to  download your FREE copy of The Bariatric Roadmap. - head over to www.thebariatricroadmap.com

With so much unknown in the world - make sure you are leaning on others to support your success. If you are not a part of my FB community, jump over and like my page so our community can support you - now more than ever.