In this episode of the More Mindful podcast, Julia reconnects with her client Lisa Driver to talk about the powerful transformation she’s experienced over the past year.

✨ If you haven't heard it yet click here to hear Lisa and Julia's first conversation from Season 1

In today's episode, Lisa shares openly about her journey with weight, how mindfulness helped her rebuild her relationship with food, and the role accountability and community played in her growth. Together, they explore how setting realistic expectations, embracing self-compassion, and celebrating small wins can lead to long-lasting, holistic changes and why investing in yourself is the best decision you can make.

This conversation is real, vulnerable, and full of insight.

Timestamps:

02:40 Lisa's Story
05:48 Mindfulness and Weight Loss
08:50 Expectations and Accountability in Coaching
11:36 The Role of Community and Support
17:20 The Power of Self-Compassion
23:22 The Connection Between Health and Quality of Life
26:11 Investing in Yourself
29:02 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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We're back! After a summer break, Season 2 kicks off with a powerful conversation about something so many of us struggle with: thinking about food all the time.

If your brain feels constantly busy with food thoughts — planning, tracking, guilt, cravings — this episode is for you. We're diving into why this happens, what your brain is really trying to do, and how to begin rewiring your mental patterns around food.

This is  about neuroscience, compassion, and retraining your brain so food doesn’t take up more space than it deserves.

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Christina, a 43-year-old speech therapist and mom of two, found herself trapped in a mental battle. She believed in body acceptance but didn't feel good in her body and constantly criticized herself for caring about it.

"I was always battling myself, being like, well, you shouldn't care about this, but you do care about this, you know?"

Growing up with 90s diet culture messaging, Christina experienced the exhausting cycle of self-criticism followed by criticism of that self-criticism. Previous macro coaching felt disordered and came from scarcity rather than self-care.

Food became an afterthought.

"I would just get to meals all the time and just be like, 'Oh, I guess I need to eat again.'"

She was spending precious mental energy on these thought patterns and wanted to quiet the noise once and for all.

Breakthrough #1: Permission to Prioritize Self-Care Through Food

Christina realized that taking time to feed herself wasn't selfish—it was essential. 

"It feels fun to me to think of like, 'Oh, and now I get to make this for myself.' It's a 100% change in how I see thinking about taking care of myself during the day."

Breakthrough #2: From Scarcity to Abundance Mindset

Instead of focusing on restrictions, Christina learned to get excited about what she could include in her meals.

"It doesn't feel like I'm planning for what I'm not eating—it feels like what am I gonna use this stuff on, you know? It feels totally different."

Christina's Advice

"If you have these thoughts floating around in your head, you owe it to yourself to really take the time and dig into them... you will be so grateful to have taken time to actually go deeper so that maybe you can continue and feel more free in your life and in your brain."

Christina's transformation was about fundamentally changing her relationship with food and self-care. The program gave her tools to:

✅ Stop the mental battle between wanting to care for her body and feeling like she shouldn't care about her body at all
✅ Create personalized systems that work with ADHD and busy lifestyles
✅ Develop food freedom rooted in science, not restriction

This transformation happened during one of the most challenging periods of her life, proving that when you address root mental patterns, changes stick even when life gets crazy.

Ready to quiet the food noise in your own life? The Health Accelerator combines evidence-based nutrition with deep mindset work that creates lasting change.

00:00 Introduction to the Health Accelerator Program

03:06 Christina's Journey and Initial Struggles

06:01 Shifting Perspectives on Food and Body Image

08:57 The Impact of Life Events on Health and Nutrition

11:56 Mindset Changes and Intentional Eating

14:39 Understanding Hunger and Body Signals

17:53 The Role of Science in Nutrition

20:45 Building a Positive Body Image

23:44 Encouragement for Others Considering the Program

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In this episode of The More Mindful Podcast, Julia calls out the hard truth behind why so many people struggle to stick with health goals. Based on results from a quiz Julia shared — over 60% of people admitted the most painful criticism would be “You never see anything through”—Julia digs into why we keep jumping from one thing to the next and how that pattern is keeping us stuck.

She challenges the habit of blaming diet culture while ignoring the lessons from our past failures. If you're tired of starting over and craving real, lasting change, it's time to get honest with yourself about what actually works for you—and what doesn’t.

Expect a little tough love, a few curse words, and a whole lot of clarity on what it really takes to break the cycle and make sustainable progress.

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Have you ever wondered what it's like to be on the receiving end of the voice notes that Julia sends her 1:1 clients every week? in this week's episode, you'll hear a raw voice message from Julia to you all about how expecting effortless habits could be setting you up for failure. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just tired of quick-fix advice, this episode offers refreshing honesty and actionable steps. Plus, learn more about Julia’s upcoming coaching program designed to help you take those baby steps — with support.

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Listen to this episode of The More Mindful Podcast to find out the biggest thing holding you back from your weight loss and health goals. Julia dives into the role of self-sabotaging beliefs, the power of intentional doubt, and why mindset matters just as much as nutrition.

Julia shares her personal journey and practical tools to help you challenge negative thinking, build a new identity, and create lasting behavior change. 

You’re invited to a free workshop designed to help you overcome overeating and finally make peace with food! Here's the link:

https://www.eatmorewithjulia.com/stopovereating

Timestamps

00:00
Introduction
02:54
The Power of Thoughts in Weight Loss
06:09
Challenging Self-Sabotaging Beliefs
09:03
The Role of Intentional Doubt
11:58
Creating a New Identity
14:53
You're Invited! :)

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In this heartfelt and eye-opening conversation, Julia talks to Sarah Clark about the emotional landscape of body image, mindful eating, and self-compassion. Together, they unpack the silent struggles so many face with body image. They emphasize that it's not just about appearance, but about the stories we tell ourselves, the emotions we avoid, and the beliefs we hold deep in our subconscious.

They challenge common narratives around worth and weight, offering tools for building a compassionate relationship with your body—no matter where you are on your journey.

Whether you're navigating body image issues, disordered eating, or simply seeking a healthier relationship with yourself, this episode offers insights, encouragement, and real talk.

Timestamps
00:00
Introduction
02:59
Sarah's Journey
09:13
Understanding the Mind-Body Connection
17:53
Embracing Self-Compassion and Acceptance
29:32
Reframing Body Image
35:59
The Power of Perspective and Body Functionality
43:44
Building a Relationship with Your Body
50:06
Practical Steps for Body Acceptance

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In this episode, Julia talks with Elise from @theskinnyonfitness to unpack the complex process of body recomposition which is the art of building muscle while losing fat. Together, they explore why personalized nutrition, periodized dieting, and proper fueling are key to achieving sustainable results. Elise shares insights from her coaching practice, including common misconceptions women have about calorie intake, the fear of eating more, and how mindset shifts can make or break progress.

They discuss the importance of biofeedback, performance-based goals, and how building confidence often starts with small, consistent wins. Whether you're just getting started or looking to level up your approach, this episode offers a balanced, realistic view of what it takes to transform your body, and your mindset, for the long haul.

Timestamps
00:00
Introduction
04:29
Elise's Journey
06:24
Muscle Building vs. Fat Loss
12:27
Momentum During Muscle Building Phases
19:41
Training and Nutrition Issues
28:09
Trusting the Process
35:52
Performance-Based Goals vs. Aesthetic Goals
37:53
Body Composition Misconceptions
41:49
The Role of Cardio in Body Recomposition
45:00
Recovery: The Key to Sustainable Fitness
48:56
Redefining Peak Fitness
52:01
Balancing Strength and Endurance Training

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“Just one ‘off’ day means I’ve failed.”
“I’ll get back on track after the holidays.”
“I can’t trust myself around that food.”

Sound familiar? In this eye-opening episode, Julia exposes the 3 sneaky lies successful women keep telling themselves about food—and how those lies could be sabotaging your health goals without you even realizing it.

-Why “forbidden foods” backfire

-The secret reason you’re exhausted by food decisions

-How perfectionism is silently ruining your progress

If you’ve ever spiraled after a slice of pie or felt guilty for enjoying your favorite holiday treat, this episode will change everything. You don’t need more willpower—you need a mindset shift. And it starts here.

Timestamps

00:00

Introduction

02:26

The First Lie

05:52

The Second Lie

10:12

The Third Lie

13:30

Rewiring Your Brain for Success

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Julia is joined by ADHD coach Tyler Dorsey to explore the realities of living with ADHD—from personal growth and parenting to neuroplasticity and emotional regulation. Together, they debunk harmful myths, discuss how the ADHD brain can be rewired, and share practical strategies for thriving. With a focus on resilience, self-compassion, and choosing your own version of “hard,” this conversation offers hope and insight for anyone navigating (or someone wanting to understand more about) life with ADHD.

Timestamps

00:00
Introduction

07:01
Choosing to Overcome ADHD Challenges

13:07
Rewiring the ADHD Brain

28:34
ADHD and Parenting

31:05
The Importance of Resilience and Trying Different Approaches

36:26
Embracing Discomfort for Long-Term Success

40:51
Self-Compassion and Personal Growth

49:54
The Path to Empowerment

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