It's back to school time here in Texas, and that has me feeling a few emotions.

First, it feels like time is just flying by and the next thing we know, it will be Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas time.

I'm also feeling a lot of empathy towards moms and those who work in education. While I know everyone has their struggles, I especially feel for these women because I remember being a mom working in education.

I gave no time to myself, and I'd feel guilty spending time doing things I needed to do versus what my kids needed at the time. I felt like I consistently failed at the balancing act that I believe can't actually be "won."

In today's episode, I share with you a couple stories from my past around this topic and give you actionable steps you can use to set yourself up for success at this time of year and… I have some freebies to help you even more!

Time Stamps:

(1:14) Feels Like Time is Flying By

(3:30) Our Ritual and Our Pool Time

(5:10) The Ultimate Balancing Act

(9:05) Story Time: I've Been Exactly Where You Are

(12:19) How Dare I Take Time For Myself

(15:00) My Heart Goes Out to Women in Education

(19:25) Do Some Idea Dumping

(21:35) Recipe Packs in Show Notes

(23:02) Friday Night Pizza Night

(25:54) Carve Out 10 Minutes for Yourself

(27:28) Evening Wind Down Routine for Your Family

(30:30) Time Will Pass Anyway

(31:32) Please Rate and Review

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As we're winding down on the summer months and heading into fall, a lot of the women I speak to and coach deal with some bloating issues whether that's from the cookout food they ate or the drinks they've had during this time of year.

If you've been struggling with this as well, I have a beautiful solution for you. I am currently running a 3 day "Banish The Bloat" event in my free Total Wellness Facebook group. (Please feel free to join if you haven't already).

Women there are raving about the plan I've given them and this short challenge! They've dropped a few pounds, feel more energized, are sleeping better, and have improved their digestion. So in addition to dropping the bloat, some have even reported that their brain fog is lifting and they've bee more productive this week than they have in years!

So I wanted to share my framework and 4 steps with you in this podcast episode!

From what foods to eat, to hydration, to rest, I cover the essentials to banishing the bloat!

Quick disclaimer: This is a short term solution to an acute issue. My 12 week program and beyond is for those of you ready for a sustainable and personalized solution to reaching your weight loss and health goals in a sustainable way!

Time Stamps:

(0:50) Being 54 and Diet Culture

(3:34) Banishing The Bloat

(4:44) Disclaimer

(6:30) The Real Problem

(8:06) Sharing With You The Details

(9:53) The Focus Of This Group

(11:32) The MMHR Guidelines

(15:12) Dairy Awareness

(19:40) Water and Hydration

(23:30) 100 Pound Loss Client Example

(25:54) Rest

(27:38) Evening Routine and Natural Light in the Morning

(33:10) Thanks for Being Here!

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I firmly believe what I share in this episode will make the difference between you staying stuck and you achieving the body of your dreams.

After working with 100s of women, I clearly see a mindset difference between those who succeed and those who continue to struggle. And a huge key to their success is that women who reach their goals learn to lean into the resistance or discomfort that previously made them quit

Change isn't easy, but what makes it harder is not accepting and honoring the inherent struggle in that change. You see… It's a struggle that needs to occur, so you finally succeed at changing your body and your health.

Listen in as I share some examples of how this "change struggle" grips you, and I give you mindset tips to help you on your journey!

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(1:05) Where Has This Year Gone?

(2:55) Love Our Client Calls

(4:08) Back in the Classroom

(6:08) Common to Feel Overwhelmed

(8:17) The Necessity for Control

(10:05) Want to Share a Story With You

(13:45) Understanding the How and Why

(17:10) Where We Get in Trouble with Our Mindset

(27:00) Ways to Improve Your Mindset

(27:45) Setting Smaller Goals

(28:10) A Supportive Community

(29:20) Non-Scale Victories

(30:17) Practicing Mindful Techniques

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As a coach who's helped hundreds and hundreds (and hundreds) of women on this wellness journey, there's a hidden truth in this industry.

And it's been on my heart recently to expose it!

The perimenopausal and menopausal period in a woman's life is an incredibly tumultuous journey, and I believe the best guidance through this journey comes from someone who not only has the expertise, but also has the lived experience.

I'll just be honest:

I would be very skeptical of hiring a man (of any age) or a woman in her 20's as my "coach" because neither has experienced this part of life.

It's a truly unique stage of life. And it's difficult for anyone to comprehend unless they have come through it themselves.

Listen in as I share my thoughts and perspective on this hidden truth. I also tell a story from my 40s, explain how our identity plays such an important role in this journey, and much more!

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(1:15) What I Typically Discuss With You

(2:55) The Unspoken Truths

(6:02) Sharing a Story in My 40's

(13:50) Transitioning Our Identity

(17:20) Getting Help From a Female Whose Experienced What You're Experiencing

(20:15) Other Areas of Unspoken Truths

(25:00) This Next Fantastic Stage of Life

(25:55) Let Me Know What Your Thoughts Are On This Topic

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You've probably heard at least one podcast or read something about goal setting, and while there are a ton of frameworks and ways to think about goals… So many women are still falling short of what they set out to do.

What I share with my clients is game changing! It not only takes into account the result you want, but it helps you practically focus on the process so you actually achieve it.

In this episode, I explain how to be most effective with your goals, share how effort goals and outcomes goals differ, and how to review your goals every week to ensure you continue making progress. Plus, as always, I give you so much more!

Time Stamps:

(0:55) Talking About Goal Setting

(2:18) Being Effective with Your Goals

(3:16) My Own Weight Loss Journey

(5:02) How We're Brought Up and Goal Setting

(9:25) Effort Focused Goals and Example

(10:40) One Single Action

(12:00) Focusing on Process Goals

(14:13) Effort Goals Around Personal Growth

(17:05) Breaking Down Goals Into Milestones

(19:53) Effort Goals Around Education

(22:38) Reviewing Your Goals Each Week

(24:00) Tip for Setting a Goal

(28:42) Please Reach Out To Me

(29:08) Please Share, Rate, and Review

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As we talk about investing in our health, we can't ignore ALL aspects of our lives - including our financial health.

Statistically, as women, we aren't as prepared for retirement as men are - for many reasons.

So in today's episode, I chatted with my dear friend Terry Peterman of Edward Jones about financial planning.

We discuss why women are less prepared when it comes to retirement, how to set milestones and plan for the future, special circumstances and filling in the gaps, and much more!

Like with all "health" information floating around, there are lots of myths and a great deal of confusion related to this subject.

Terry and I cleared up as much as we could and shared several valuable tips!

Time Stamps:

(1:00) My First Guest

(1:29) Story about Terry

(4:40) Women and Finances

(14:30) "Well Behaved Women Rarely Make History"

(16:40) Women Pitted Against Each Other

(19:13) Planning For the Future and Milestones

(22:53) Different Types of Insurance

(27:00) Women in Special Circumstances and Filling In the Gaps

(34:30) Myths Around Investing In a Financial Planner

(42:40) Potentially Working with Terry

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Terry Peterman | Edward Jones

Financial Advisor

1919 S Shiloh Road, Suite 102

Garland, Texas 75042

Office: 469-543-2576

Cell: (817) 454-2462

www.edwardjones.com

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Call it a reason, excuse, or rationale… it's all the same. I bring you this tough love because I want the best for you and for you to achieve the body you want.

Whether it's summer time, Christmas time, or any other time that throws us off of our normal routine, staying on track feels more difficult. It doesn't have to though.

I used these same excuses for years when I was working full-time in education. I'd say I wanted to lose x number of pounds by the start of school but felt like everything going on during the summer held me back.

So I'm sharing with you some tried and true strategies for staying on track when it gets busier - while also indulging and enjoying time with friends and family.

Time Stamps:

(1:10) Putting Things Off During the Summer

(3:50) Back When I Was in Administration

(5:45) We'll Always Find a Reason or Excuse

(8:15) Indulging While Staying on Track

(9:36) Being Realistic

(11:25) Staying Hydrated and Planning Ahead

(12:39) Balancing Your Nutrition

(15:10) Going For a Walk

(15:40) Enlist Some Support

(17:50) Practicing Self-Compassion

(20:14) Please Rate and Review

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Our mothers never discussed this taboo topic, so we didn't understand what was happening to our moms as they aged. (I remember thinking mine was going crazy.)

As a result, we hit our 40s and didn't know what to expect. And many of us pay the price for it.

Now some experts know a lot more about the science of menopause, so if we get the right help, we can approach menopause with grace.

And we can show the next generation of women how to navigate and even THRIVE during this natural part of life.

I am breaking the silence on this topic! In this episode, I'll explain some concepts around self-care and resilience when it comes to menopause, and I'll share a few stories with you, too.

I wrap up with some tactical and actionable strategies! Things you can start incorporating today that will help you navigate menopause in a much healthier and happier way!

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(1:05) Taboo Topic of Menopause

(7:20) Menopause as a Sign of Aging

(11:34) My Online Community About Topics Like These

(14:08) Breaking the Silence

(15:30) Please Reach Out to Me

(16:18) Prioritizing Self-Care

(19:05) Resilience

(19:31) Staying Active and Regular Exercise

(21:35) Being on a Diet Since the 4th Grade

(24:50) Natural Muscle Loss

(25:48) Focusing on Nutrition

(30:40) Where I Fall with HRT's

(35:03) Connect with a Quality Support Network

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If you've ever uttered the phrase, "If I can just be skinny, I'll finally be happy," you won't want to miss this episode.

That was the chorus in my head for such a long time, and it was the very reason I stayed stuck and unhappy.

You see, we have these events backwards…

Working with so many women just like you, I've found that true transformation starts from the inside, and with time, it shows up on the outside as physical results.

That kind of true transformation isn't just about changing your actions. It only happens when you align your actions with what you believe and value. And you only become who you want to be when you align those beliefs to who you actually are. Then and only then can you love who you see in the mirror.

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(1:00) If I Can Be Skinny, I'll Be Happy

(3:55) Becoming Comfortable with Yourself

(5:41) A Transformation in Alignment

(7:28) Healing Myself From the Inside Out

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Are you a planner? Do you feel like you need all of your ducks in a row before you can take that (uncomfortable) step into what's next for you?

The women I help in our 12 week metabolic coaching program tell me they feel that "I'm not ready" discomfort.

And I thought a lot about them and this idea of "being ready" recently while I was at a women's mastermind event.

You see, there have been so many times in my life when I wasn't "ready." Soooo many times when I even felt a bit of terror and insecurity about what was to come because that unknown felt "dark" to me.

But I took that first step… on my weight loss and health journey, in building my business, and these days, I intentionally take steps into the dark unknown before I feel ready.

And it's made all the difference in my mental and physical health and in my growth as a woman, business owner, and leader.

My clients tell me it makes all the difference for them in getting results too.

In this episode, I share with you some sage advice I got from a mentor, and I give you a powerful analogy that will help you take that next step in life - especially if you don't feel ready.

Time Stamps:

(0:50) Are You a Planner?

(1:19) Are We Ready or Not?

(3:30) Terror Around the Next Phase

(6:51) Lighter Analogy

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