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I'm celebrating a huge personal milestone—10 years of embracing intuitive eating and un-dieting—and I’d love for you to join me as I look back on my journey. 

In this episode, I’m sharing what it’s really been like to navigate the ups and downs of perimenopause while also unlearning the harmful messages of diet culture. I'll explain why intuitive eating is more than just another set of rules. It’s a mindset shift that can free you from the exhausting cycle of diets and body shame (but one that takes practice and lots of self-compassion!)  

I’ll also share what I’ve learned about body neutrality—what it means to feel good in your body without the pressure to love every part of it, and why the messy middle of intuitive eating (the “screw it” phase) can actually be a valuable part of healing. 

Whether you're just starting to rethink your relationship with food or feel stuck in the messy middle, I hope my story offers encouragement and solidarity.

Links Mentioned: 

EP 136: Health vs. Weight: Debunking the Biggest Wellness Myth with Val Schonberg, RD
EP 137: 5 Tips for Spotting Nutrition Misinformation 

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If you’re already drowning in the new year's diet culture and wellness industry noise, I’m here to answer your SOS! Dr. Emma Beckett, an expert food and nutrition scientist and author of You Are More Than What You Eat teaches us what filters to apply when sifting through nutrition information. We dig into the overwhelming health advice on TikTok and social media in general and talk about simple ways to figure out what you can believe.

Nutrition science can feel overwhelming, but Dr. Beckett breaks it down, showing how studies are often misunderstood and why understanding our unique contexts are key. We cover everything from menopause symptoms to protein needs, including the risks of one-size-fits-all advice. You’ll also learn how to stay informed and avoid misleading or outdated recommendations.

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The Website: www.dremmabeckett-foodnutritionscientist.com
Instagram: @dremmabeckett
📚Grab the Book: You Are More Than What You Eat 

Links Mentioned:

 EP 123: You Are More Than What You Eat with Dr. Emma Beckett

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If you  believe that weight loss is an essential step in improving your health, this episode will explain why that assumption just doesn't hold up. I'm joined by registered dietitian and menopause expert Dr. Val Schonberg who draws on her background in sports nutrition and eating disorders to explain why behavior-based goals—rather than the scale—are key to sustainable well-being.

We dive into the myths surrounding weight, BMI, and body composition, especially for women in midlife and beyond. We explore how diet culture, weight cycling, and flawed metrics have distorted our understanding of health, and why focusing on intuitive eating, and balanced nutrition is a more sustainable and realistic approach.

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The Website: valschonberg.com
✏️Take the Midlife Body Assessment
Instagram @v.schonbergRD

Links Mentioned:

Episode 54: Raising the Red Flag About Eating Disorders in Midlife with Val Schonberg RD
Episode 78: Filtering the Fear of Insulin Resistance in Menopause with Val Schonberg, RD
Episode 107: Why Diets Don’t Work with Dr. Amy Porto, PhD, RD

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​​It’s December, which can often mean that the spiral begins: parties to attend, nothing in your closet feels right, and you’re stuck thinking, “I hate how I look, I don’t want to go.” Sound familiar?

In this episode, I’m joined by Deb Schachter and Whitney Otto, authors of Body Image Inside Out, for a compassionate conversation about breaking free from those “bad body image moments.” They share a refreshing way to see body image as a relationship—one that can be nurtured and transformed—so you can move past self-criticism and feel more confident this holiday season and all year round.

Deb and Whitney encourage a shift in focus from appearance to comfort, self-expression, and treating yourself with kindness. Midlife is a time of change, but also a chance for self-discovery and connection. If you’re ready to stop dreading the mirror and reclaim your confidence, this episode is for you.

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The Website https://bodyimageinsideout.com/
📖 Grab your copy of Body Image Inside Out
Instagram @bodyimageinsideout

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Ever have one of those mornings where nothing feels right? Your clothes don’t fit the way you want, or a glance at an old photo sends you into a spiral of self-criticism? If you’re navigating midlife or perimenopause, you’re not alone.

In this episode, I sit down with body image expert and coach Summer Inanen to explore how hormonal shifts, societal pressures, and life stressors impact how we see ourselves. Summer shares her journey and offers practical, compassionate strategies to help you embrace body neutrality, quiet the inner critic, and reconnect with your worth beyond appearance.

Summer’s podcast- Eat the Rules- has over 300 episodes and was one of the early influences in my own body acceptance and intuitive eating journey. I think you’ll understand why when you listen to this conversation! 

To learn more about Summer and her work, be sure to check out her podcast and website at www.summerinnanen.com and follow her on IG at @summerinnanen

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What if self-care wasn’t a luxury, but a lifeline? Heather Chauvin joins us to share how she turned a stage four cancer diagnosis into a powerful mission to help women redefine self-care. Her energetic time management system has transformed lives, making it easier to prioritize well-being during midlife transitions like menopause and shifting roles.

We challenge outdated self-care myths and help shift the focus from external validation and comparison to personal fulfillment. Heather’s fresh perspective empowers you to embrace authenticity, build emotional resilience, and live with purpose.

It’s no coincidence that this episode is being released during the first week of December. From setting boundaries to finding joy in imperfection, this episode is packed with tools to help you reclaim your time and energy because you are worthy of feeling good right now! 

To learn more about Heather and her work, be sure to visit her website at www.heatherchauvin.com and follow her on Instagram  @heatherchauvin_ and listen to her podcast Emotionally Uncomfortable. 

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Navigating your nutrition goals during menopause can be tough any month of the year, and especially around the holidays. But what if you could approach this season with a non-diet mindset focused on balance instead of burnout? Today I want to share practical tips for managing your physical, mental, and emotional needs so you can stay as nourished, satisfied, and present as possible.

We’ll focus on why becoming an expert in recognizing your capacity and practicing self-care and self-compassion needs to be your top priority right now. With strategies like the 3-2-1 method, you can anticipate your needs without the all-or-nothing mindset. 

During this season, attunement disruptors run wild, but I want you to resist the urge to say “screw it” until January 1st. There’s a better way and I’ll break it all down for you! 

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Ever feel like life throws you a curveball (or three) that changes everything? Tune in as we chat with Sarah Dosanjh, who went from being a police officer to a psychotherapist and binge-eating coach after facing early menopause in her 20s. That experience shook up her relationship with food and eventually led her to a dramatically new way of serving others.

Together, we dig into the rollercoaster of emotions that come with menopause, the ups and downs of hormone therapy, and how intuitive eating can break the “last supper” cycle so many of us know too well. Sarah’s story is all about finding acceptance, resilience, and purpose when life doesn’t go as planned. Don’t miss this honest, hope-filled conversation about finding your way through big and overwhelming changes.

To learn more about Sarah Dosanjh and the work she does, be sure to check out her website at www.thebingeeatingtherapist.com and follow her on YouTube @TheBingeEatingTherapist and on IG @the_binge_eating_therapist

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How do you know if you’re finally done with dieting? It’s the million-dollar question, right? 

You can start by listening to this conversation with Sinéad Crowe, an intuitive eating counselor and perinatal mental health practitioner, who shares her journey from restrictive diets to a balanced, intuitive relationship with food. 

Sinéad opens up about how her struggles with dieting and binge eating came to a head when she saw how it was affecting her son—pushing her to make a lasting change. Together, we talk about the pressures we face in midlife, from changing bodies to managing family and societal expectations. We also dive into practical ways to move past inherited dieting beliefs and prioritize self-care over perfection.

It might just be the nudge of encouragement you need to take the first step on your journey to food freedom!

To learn more about Sinéad and her work, you can't check out her website at www.intuitiveeatinghub.com or follow her on Instagram @intuitive.eating.ireland

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Get ready to rethink what you know about binge eating and food addiction in this eye-opening conversation with health coach, occupational therapist, body image, and binge eating coach, Stefanie Michele. With her decades-long journey with binge eating, Stefanie shares insights to help break the stigma around it. You'll learn why binge eating is often more about emotional suppression and dietary restriction than willpower alone.

Stefanie and I unpack common myths from wellness culture, like labeling food—especially sugar—as addictive, and how rigid diet rules can worsen our relationship with food. This episode encourages self-compassion and guilt-free eating as steps toward recovery while exploring the deeper psychological factors at play. 

Join us to challenge food addiction myths, let go of restrictive eating cycles, and move toward a balanced, fulfilling approach to food and well-being.

Links Mentioned:
 
Episode #117: How to Decode Your Cravings in Menopause

To learn more about Stefanie and her work, connect with her on her website at https://[email protected], or follow her on Instagram @iamstefaniemichele.

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