To Your Health

Losing weight is so much harder when no one supports you.

Feeling alone and ostracized in your efforts is a shortcut to giving up on your goals with a quickness.

But sometimes what seems like a lack of support is actually something else entirely.

In this episode, I'm diving into all the reasons why people who love you might seem to not support your goals -- and how to stay committed to them, regardless.

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I know you hear a lot about how important it is to treat yourself with compassion, to learn to trust yourself, and to want to change from a place of love rather than self-hatred but easier said than done, right?

Today I'm joined by therapist-turned-mindfulness-and-self-love-coach, Karel Chan, who's sharing with us a specific tool called the RAIN practice that will help you actually DO those things.

When done consistently, this practice can help you reduce or even completely eliminate cravings for food, booze, cigarettes, or whatever is your default coping mechanism.

Tune in to learn what RAIN is and how you can start using it today.

Karel Chan is a licensed therapist and mindfulness and self love coach. Anchored Awakening is her coaching practice, guiding passionate, high-achieving women to heal from heartbreak, shame, and self loathing through inner child work and authentic self love. She has healed multiple mental and emotional wounds using mindfulness, self love, and self compassion, and it is her mission to help others do the same. She lives in the beautiful Pacific Northwest with the most amazing pup and spends her time deepening her spiritual practice, knitting and designing knitting patterns, and enjoying connected friendships.

Website: https://anchoredawakening.com

IG: http://instagram.com/anchoredawakening

Intro to RAIN lesson & guided meditation: https://anchoredawakening.com/intro-to-rain

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Getting older does NOT mean resigning yourself to living out the rest of your days on a rocker on the front porch and today's guest, Jimeane, is all the evidence you'll need of that.

Married to her marathon running husband for 45 years, she was unwilling to accept that getting older would mean being overweight and sedentary.

She joined Gone For Good 3 months ago wanting to lose weight, keep up with her 8(!) grandkids and lower her cholesterol.

Now? She's reduced her cholesterol by 65 POINTS, lost more than 14 pounds, more than 20 inches, and has the energy to watch the majority of her grandkids all summer!

Get ready to be inspired by Jimeane's positive outlook and willingness to learn new things so she can live her best life.

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If you feel like you're drowning under the mental load of running your household on top of, well, everything else, today's episode is for you.

I'm reviewing Fair Play by Eve Rodsky and teaching you exactly how to go about dividing those domestic tasks more equitably so you have time to take care of yourself, maintain friendships, and do the things that (used to) light you up.

Even if you feel like you have plenty of support at home, you'll still learn a thing or two in this episode!

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Moving back to the US after 3 years in Germany opened my eyes to just how difficult it is to lose weight (or keep it off) in the US.

While there are a lot of improvements we could make on a societal or cultural level, I want you to see the autonomy you have over your choices so you don't feel like a victim of circumstance.

With the heightened awareness you'll have after today's episode, it'll be easier for you to overcome these challenges and be in the minority of Americans who successfully lose weight and keep it off.

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If you've ever looked in the mirror or seen a picture and felt a disconnect between what you see and how you feel, you need today's episode.

My guest, Anna Marcolin, is a psychotherapist and personal development coach, here to share her tips for overcoming body image issues and body dysmorphia, as well as learning to love and accept yourself even while changing how you look.

You don't want to miss this one.

Anna Marcolin

As a psychotherapist and life coach, Anna has built a thriving private practice over the past 25 years. In addition to working with clients one-on-one, she has also spoken to companies across the country from billion dollar giants like Amazon to small businesses making a big impact.

Anna has helped hundreds of people heal from trauma, break through limiting thoughts and confidently go after the life they want through her evidence-based, holistic approach. She engages clients and audiences quickly with her unique ability to connect with authenticity, empathy and humor. Anna is not your average therapist; she’s more like a personal trainer for your mind.

After raising 5 kids and more dogs than you can count, Anna has seen it all. With an unwavering belief that every human being deserves a deeply fulfilling life, Anna meets everyone where they are and gives them the tools they need to truly thrive.

Badass

Confidence

Coach Podcast

Through her own podcast and as a guest on other people’s platforms, Anna challenges women to shed their inner critic, shame, guilt and regret that hold them captive and get real about the life they want to live and what it will take to get there. With powerful, actionable steps, Anna teaches women how to master their thoughts, feelings and behaviors and unleash the badass within.

HOW TO BOOKANNA

annamarcolin.com

@badass_confidence_coach

[email protected]

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After trying every quick fix under the sun, Amy knew something had to change if she wanted what she saw in the mirror to reflect how she felt inside.

The pandemic allowed her the opportunity to do some self-reflecting and decide that she needed help.

Now 10 weeks & 22 pounds into Gone For Good, Amy's entire mindset has shifted from, "I'm not good enough," to "I will not look back."

Learn the lessons that have helped Amy make this transformation & will help you develop the same unwavering confidence in your future.

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If you've ever felt any sort of anxiety about a social or work related situation, you're in good company. 99% of us have!

Today's episode is a review of How To Be Yourself by Ellen Hendriksen and will help you quiet your inner critic and rise above social anxiety.

You'll learn what social anxiety is and how it differs from shyness or being an introvert, as well as specific tools and strategies for reducing your anxiety to something that just happens sometimes, rather than your whole identity.

Don't miss the end where we talk tips about making friends as an adult!

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If you haven't experienced the "grind," you will.

You probably have, you just may not have heard of it by this name.

The "grind" is when you've been committed to your weight loss goals for 4-6 weeks, have made some progress, but start to feel like you're still working really hard and have very little to show for it.

It's when you're tempted to throw in the towel since what you're doing obviously isn't working, anyway.

It's when you are most prone to giving up but you CAN'T if you want to make more progress than the first few pounds.

Tune in to find out what signs to look for and, most importantly, how to get through the "grind" so you come out the other side stronger, more resilient, and more confident that you can and will reach your goals.

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We're talking all about pain today and I guarantee you are going to be fascinated and learn a thing or two.

Tune in to better understand what pain is, the brain-body connection, how to reduce pain, tips for reducing nervous system sensitivity, and more.

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Jen is a 1991 graduate from the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania. She has worked in multiple treatment environments including travel PT. She settled into an outpatient focus for the past 25 years. Her approach with patients has been strongly influenced by the Institute of Physical Art and the International Spine and Pain Institute (now Evidence In Motion). In addition to PT, Jen integrates wellness coaching into most sessions as she is also a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach.Jen loves teaching and has been doing so since 1998. She has taught with Rehab Connections in Chicago, The Jackson Clinics in Virginia, and has been adjunct faculty with the Institute of Physical Art based in Colorado. She is part of the Evidence in Motion (EIM) teaching team, as well as serving as the program director for the Certification in Lifestyle Medicine at EIM. Jen has owned a small private practice since 2007. Outside of physical therapy, Jen is a passionate mom to three almost grown kids!

PT website: https://www.180therapyandwellness.comi

Rise For Me: Divorce and Mental Fitness: https://www.iriseforme.com

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