Weigh In with Gina

In this episode, Gina chats with best-selling author and learning expert Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer about setting yourself up for success.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/ginalivy

Topics covered:

• Introducing Dr Deena Kara Shaffer
• Supporting new members in getting set up with the Livy Method
• Let’s talk about New Year's resolutions and fresh starts
• Continuing to be hopeful, things can be different
• It’s totally ok and normal to be feeling tentative
• The Livy Method is about so much more than what to eat and when. We dig into all the feelings, issues and associations
• We accommodate all people and how they learn best in our community
• All the ways you can access The Program - the Companion book, the Facebook support group, the Livy Method app, the Weigh In With Gina app
• Start with a deep breath, your feet on the ground and access the resources that work best for you
• Explore and decide which way of learning works best for you
• Determine what feels easeful for yourself to avoid overwhelm
• Supporting our new members and their feelings of wanting to start perfectly. Supporting our returning members and the big feelings around choices made over the holidays
• Exploring the concept of Little and Often
• Setting yourself up so you don’t feel scattered over overwhelmed. 
• OHIO - Only Handle It Once
• Moving away from endless task lists and feeling like you have to do it all and instead moving towards Task to Time Alignment
• Moving away from the damage, punishment, hurts, harm and traumas we’ve experienced from past diet history
• We have a full team of Program Specialists here to support you, please lean on them
• Approaching the Livy Method like a course, a journey, a project, an adventure - finding what resonates with you
• Considering how much time is needed to get yourself set up to start The Program, considering your own capacity
• Being effortful in finding the pockets in your day to fit in the pieces that feel best for you
• Borrow the wisdom of returning members in our community to help find your way
• Unlike other diets, it is not all or nothing with the Livy Method
• We are going to be working through so much more than what you eat and when. It’s about showing up consistently and doing what works for you
• Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer is going to be back in our first week to help support our members as they get started
• Advice for our returning members, continuing to work through their big feels as they continue their journey with another round
• Shining a light on all the ‘other stuff’ needing to be worked on along our journey
• Questions for our returning members to consider - How do you want to feel? What do you think is possible for yourself? What do you allow yourself to deserve? What’s on the other side of self-sabotage? What’s the area you haven’t yet engaged in? What has been unattended to?
• Doing another round of The Program is not coming back to do the same things again
• This is an open-heartedness project
• Gina’s advice to our members - finding where the work is for you
• How new members can navigate returning members saying to trust The Program when trust has been broken in the past with other diets
• If you’re here because you feel like you’ve failed other diets - you have NOT failed! You are continuing to show up for yourself and we are here to support you every step of the way with this Program
• Where to find Dr Deena Kara Shaffer and her book Feel Good Learning

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2023 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is special As Us Anything episode featuring Gina, Group Manager Kim, and Maintenance and Mindfulness Manager Odette. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2023

Topics covered:

Kim and Odette share about their roles at Weight Loss by Gina @ Intro

How Kim and Odette are feeling at the end of The Program @ 2:20

Finishing strong is a huge accomplishment 4:20

Kim and Odette share some information about the Weight Loss by Gina team @ 5:30

Odette speaks to how we are always changing and evolving and looking to level up @ 7:33

Many quiet members are reaching out at the end of The Program to share their success @ 9:05

Gina’s goal is for you to feel prepared for the holidays and have you feeling confident about next steps @ 10:33

Odette discusses the safe community we have created @ 11:45

Our weight loss ads feature real Livy Losers- keep an eye on our socials to see some new videos @ 12:55

The Program isn’t just about losing weight, it’s about overall health and longevity @ 14:35

Completing multiple rounds of The Program- you continue until you’ve reached your goal @ 16:36

The Program teaches us to be kinder to ourselves and others @ 20:33

The importance of being able to relate and interact with other members that are experiencing the same things as you @ 22:05

The common themes/vibes of this group have been solidifying and going deeper @ 24:05

We all have our own issues when it comes to how we utilize food @ 28:35

The Program works for every body @ 29:10

The value that The Program provides for just $75 compared to other diets out there @ 30:42

Discussing Gina’s WXN award and the business side of things @ 31:30

Gina’s vision for the future @ 36:50

Is Gina still taking AG1? @ 38:25

How many countries are involved in The Program now? @ 40:02

Where to find Kim/Odette/Gina’s before and after photos @ 41:23

What is your favourite holiday treat? @ 44:50

Do Gina and Kim live near each other? @ 47:14

Gina, Odette, and Kim share thank you's and wishes for the members @ 49:33

Options in between groups- can continue using the app as a tracker, Fall Into the Holidays group on Facebook @ 53:20

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2023 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 89, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2023

Topics covered:

Sharing details of the Fall Into The Holidays Group and how you can continue to get support between groups @2:29

Make sure you sign up for the Winter group before it sells out! @5:48

The benefits of getting bloodwork done @6:38

Gina and Tony will not be doing a Live with the stats at the end of this group but will share all the details down the road so stay tuned for that. Please be sure to fill out the survey and get entered in the prize draw! @7:05

Sharing WLBG’s new food bank initiative and discussing food stability issues @9:11

The work we’re doing with Dr Ruth Kane and the University of Ottawa and how changes are implemented in the program from your feedback @11:58

To weigh or not to weigh over the holidays, that is the question! @13:28

Managing indulgences and the feels that come along with them over the holidays @14:40

Embrace your own pace, the importance of doing what’s best for you in your own timing @15:10

Remind yourself of all the proactive things you can continue to do between groups @16:54

Managing indulgences over the holidays, making a plan ahead of time and how best to make choices to truly enjoy @17:26

While you’re in the process of losing weight, you may notice your cholesterol levels can get wonky. Having your bloodwork done is an important way to monitor things @19:28

Details of the new book for the Winter group @21:07

How The Program can affect your bloodwork in such a positive manner. The Program is one for overall health and wellness @25:32

The survey can be filled out until the start of the new program @26:41

Celebrating non scale victories at the end of The Program as we enter the holidays. The difference between “cheat” days over “choose” days @27:27

Do not apologize about asking our Program Specialists questions. Our team is here to support you so please ask them all! @29:27

The impact of our members sharing their journey in the Facebook Support Group and the community you’re creating @31:50

Chatting about all the incredible guest experts that are part of The Program. Be sure to check out Dr Beverley’s new social media shares @34:00

Food bank now providing fresh fruits and vegetables and discussing when things are difficult @35:25

Check out Gina’s award announcement in the National Post!!! @36:10

Talking about the shame of when times are really tough and how alone it can have you feeling @37:26

The benefits of signing up for another round of The Program and how some people struggle with the idea of doing it all again @39:34

Members sharing they are going to miss being in the Weight Loss groups but celebrating moving on to the Maintenance and Mindfulness group! @41:39

How to implement Back on Track when you need it @43:10

Continuing to show up for yourself even when life is stressful and it feels like things are falling apart @44:33

Creating positive changes vs the scale moving @47:40

Being mindful of the words we use and managing what people feel they can say to us @48:35

Where to purchase the cozies that Gina wears and supporting other business initiatives in our community @54:50

All the place you can find support while navigating The Program @58:04

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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In this special edition of Gina Live, Gina talks dressing your changing body with Fashion Expert Tanya Gelsomino (Yaya & Co.). You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2023

Topics covered:

• Introducing Tanya Gelsomino. @ Intro
• Dressing for who you are now. @ 3:15
• Feeling like an imposter in your clothes? It can take a while for the brain to catch up to the body! @ 4:14
• It's time to celebrate your accomplishments! Let's go shopping! @ 5:35
• If you are nervous about shopping, Tanya offers some tips to get you feeling joy again. @ 7:40
• Size Insanity: it's a real thing but don't let it put you off buying clothes that fit your new body. @ 8:50
• Don't wait to reach your goal weight; treat yourself along the way! @ 10:22
• As your body changes, you want to dress to feel good. @ 11:01
• Unsure of your personal style? Try Tanya's same, similar, different method to shop. @ 13:50
• Seeing yourself in a new light: how do you want to present yourself to the world? @ 15:58
• It starts with you: Tanya shares how to handle people's reactions by being proud of yourself! @ 16:55
• Buying new clothing and accessories to fuel your journey. @ 19:45
• Confidence is the best accessory! @ 21:33
• It's a fun puzzle to solve: put time into choosing the right pieces of clothes that bring you joy! @ 22:21
• Let's talk belts: how you can elevate your look and motivate your progress one notch at a time! @ 24:28
• Evaluating your wardrobe and making choices that suit your budget and what brings you JOY! @ 26:45
• Refine and refresh: how to curate your closet like a pro! @ 29:01
• Pant: let's get basic and build our look from the bottom up! @ 30:42
• The art of buying right-fitting jeans. @ 34:35
• Tanya shares tips for dressing your changing body. @ 36:52
• Are you comfortable in what you are wearing? @ 38:51
• Go monochrome for a versatile and slimming way to dress your body. @ 39:45
• What's trendy? It's all about joy and feeling good in what you wear. @ 40:55
• Men in suits: why a tailor may be the best option. @ 42:05
• Your personal style is whatever make you feel great! @ 43:44
• Be proud! It's week 12 and time to celebrate by treating yourself! @ 44:32
• Where to find Tanya @ 45:45

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Gina Livy's Facebook live from the Maintenance & Mindfulness group hosted on Facebook. This is the live recording of Weigh In Wednesday from December 6, 2023. You can find the full video hosted at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulness

Topics covered:

• Kim's favourite part of the Job @ 2:15 
• Odette's Favourite part of the job @ 3:05 
• Gina's favourite part of the job is learning more about how to help people @ 3:45 
• How did Kim hear about the program? @ 4:56 
• How did Odette hear about the program? @ 6:05 
• Gina shares her top 3 things that surprised her about the M&M group @ 7:12
• Continuing to learn in M&M and being open to learning more @ 9:40 
• Ginas discusses the impact that stress has on your body @ 11:10  
• Should you continue drinking lemon water or apple cider vinegar in maintenance @ 13:17 
• Odette shares her favourite activities when she is not working @ 15:56 
• Finding the time to enjoy activities outside of work @ 17:25 
• Gina's favourite movie and movie snacks @ 18:42 
• Kim's favourite movie and movie snacks @ 19:19 
• Odette's favourite movie and movie snacks @ 19:42 
• Kim's favourite holiday memory @ 20:33 
• Odette's favourite holiday memory @ 21:29 
• Gina's favourite holiday memories @ 22:10 
• Gina, Odette & Kim weigh in, Is Die Hard a Christmas movie @ 23:08 
• Gina, Odette & Kim share what their favourite food would be with them if they were stranded on an island @ 24:21 
• What shows are Gina, Odette and Kim streaming right now? @ 26:00 
• Odette and Kim watching True Crime @ 28:05 
• Gina's bucket list trip and last bucket list item @ 29:09  
• Odette's bucket list trip @ 30:09 
• Kim shares her bucket list trips @ 30:58 
• Gina, Odette & Kim share their favourite theatre productions @ 32:16 
• What is your favourite song at the moment? @ 34:01 
• Who's your favourite Disney Princess? @ 37:01 
• What's one thing you always have in your purse/bag @ 37:54 
• Movie night with wine & cheese @ 39:16 
• What is the plan for M&M over the next few weeks over the holidays and into January @ 40:12 

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Join Gina, Program Manager Kim, and special guest Maintenance and Mindfulness Manager Odette as they answer your questions and break down the tweak that we see in The Program this week. This is the live recording from December 6, 2023. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2023

Topics covered:

• You made it! It's the final week of this round! @ Intro
• Introducing Maintenance & Mindfulness Group Manager, Odette Ropchan! @ 2:45
• What you need to know about the Maintenance group. @ 3:50
• Here are some of the surprising things we have learned about in the Maintenance group. @ 6:48
• Kim shares how weight loss and maintenance journeys may differ for members. @ 9:45
• Odette speaks to a common theme in Maintenance is how members may fester in their fears. @ 11:58
• Odette shares the benefits of joining the Maintenance & Mindfulness group. @ 13:52
• Gina speaks to some of the reasons people gain their weight back. @ 16:20
• The role of situational change and stress on weight gain. @ 18:02
• You didn't fail! It's all about learning, never about failing or derailing. @ 20:07
• Kim talks about where members are at in considering the maintenance options. @ 21:35
• Why it's important to allow for mindsets to change as we level up with our new body. @ 23:21
• You will continue your weight loss journey as long as you need to. @ 24:00
• Are you wondering if you will continue to lose weight while applying the maintenance options. @ 26:15
• Your intentions matter: it's important to go all-in on your decision to continue to lose or maintain. @ 27:35
• A set point is not a number; it is a range and normal to see fluctuations on the scale. @ 28:41
• If you have weight to lose, then keep going! @ 29:40
• How the conversation in the Maintenance group is different from the Weight Loss group. @ 31:30
• No FOMO about it: be clear about your focus and where you are at in your journey. @ 35:01
• Upcoming in Week 12: Fall Into the Holidays link, Survey on Friday, and surprises are in store! @ 38:50
• It's revolutionary to have a conversation about maintaining after weight loss. @ 41:21

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2023 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 87, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2023

Topics covered:

• It's not too late! Let's finish strong together! @ Intro
• Doing another round does not mean that you failed. @ 1:33
• Check out the Celebrate & Inspire post for some great shares - and add one of your own, too! @ 2:14
• Prioritizing yourself, even when life is not making it easy for you. @ 4:10
• Opening a Pandora's Box on our feelings is part of the process. @ 7:15
• This is how REAL change is made. @ 9:50
• Each round you do of the Program helps deepen your connection to yourself. @ 12:33
• A rhyme and a reason: The Livy Method differs from other weight loss programs in key ways. @ 15:22
• Trusting your instincts and listening to your body: You know your body better than anyone else. @ 17:40
• Building on change is about consistently doing the small things that really add up! @ 20:05
• Your body is working for you, not against you! @ 21:03
• Getting creative with our intentions as we navigate changes to our routines over the holiday season. @ 24:55
• Being in-tune with your body takes time and practice to create a clear connection. @ 26:15
• Gina uses the building a house analogy about how we can manage a 'start-again' mentality. @ 27:45
• Preparing for the next group starts with reflecting and celebrating on your progress so far this group! @ 28:42
• Winter blahs? We are meant to change, just like the seasons! @ 30:52
• Expressing confidence in yourself is game-changing. @ 34:32
• Sharing is caring. It feels good to feel good! @ 35:15
• Tune in to the Tweak This Week conversation later today about Maintenance and next steps! @ 37:58

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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This is the live recording of the Spill the Tea session with Gina and Special Guest Debbie Boyce.

You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2023

Topics covered:

• Introducing Debbie Boyce and chatting about maintenance @ Intro
• Debbie discusses what maintenance has been like for her @ 3:34
• How do you know when you are done losing? @ 4:34
• Personalizing The Food Plan vs doing another Weight Loss Program to solidify the weight @ 5:32
• What have you enjoyed about being a part of the maintenance group? @ 7:05
• Being a part of the weight loss community @ 8:48 
• Is there a benefit to being in both groups? @ 9:47 
• What did you want other members to know about maintenance @ 10:31 
• Getting a sense of community, socializing and getting to know other members @ 12:04
• Debbie shares about how she got started with The Livy Method @ 13:10 
• What was the hardest thing about getting started with the program? @ 14:41 
• Debbie discusses the difference between her first program and the 2nd @ 15:25
• Debbie talks about her experience with other diets and how this program compares @ 17:59 
• Being mindful in maintenance @ 18:47 
• Debbie shares how her why has changed now that she is in maintenance @ 19:31 
• Debbie's tips for success in your weight loss journey @ 20:25 
• Some of Debbie's favourite conversations happening in the maintenance group @ 21:42 
• Festering in your fear of gaining weight back in maintenance @ 22:54
• Repeating the program and continuing to learn with renewed energy @ 24:12  
• Debbie shares which resources have helped her be successful @ 27:38 
• Debbie's favourite week of the program @ 29:01
• Having confidence in your weight loss journey and moving into maintenance @ 30:25 
• We have the most supportive and positive community @ 31:31 
• Gina discusses the future and creating a Finally and Forever group @ 32:01 

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2023 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 86, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2023

Topics covered:

• It's time to talk about Maintenance! Are you ready? @ Intro
• We're not done yet, but if you are here at the end of the program, let's celebrate! @ 3:05
• When you are juggling all the balls, it's good to have a plan for yourself. @ 5:25
• Are you unsure what to do after the program is done? @ 7:30
• Be kind to yourself because YOU'RE AMAZING! @ 8:20
• You can sign up for our groups at www.ginalivy.com @ 9:01
• Here's what you need to know about the Livy App at the end of the program. @ 9:45
• Remember: it's normal for your weight to go up before it drops! @ 11:40
• 12 weeks is long enough to make a change but you may need longer to lose weight. @ 12:01
• It's normal for weight to fluctuate! @ 14:03
• Gina discusses how the Livy App has grown to be an awesome tool. @ 16:40
• Looking for some magic? It's not just about losing weight, it's about living your life! @ 18:35
• Using social channels on Instagram to watch the progress of Livy Losers and Guests. @ 20:06
• Healthy habits build on each other and make a difference. @ 22:28
• When you prepare for life to throw you curveballs, you make your journey easier. @ 23:40
• Life changes & routines: why this may be an opportunity for you to reinvent yourself. @ 24:01
• Situational changes call on us to be mindful of our choices and stick to the basics. @ 28:41
• How to prepare for the holidays and enjoy old traditions in a new, mindful way. @ 28:55
• Reset your mind: are you accepting yourself for who you are and where you are at? @ 31:35
• Got goals for 2024? Try visualizing what you want and set the tone! @ 33:40
• Nervous about maintaining or gaining weight? You are going to be just fine! @ 35:15
• Gina shares messages of love and remembrance for members of our community. @ 36:01
• Show up and be the best you can be! @ 38:35
• We're not done yet: this week is jam-packed so be sure to ask all the questions before Sunday! @ 39:21

To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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In this special edition of Maintenance and Mindfulness Live Gina Livy bust health myths with Naturopathic Doctor Olinca Trejo. This is the live recording from December 4, 2023. You can find the full video hosted at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulness

Topics covered:

• Let's debunk health myths with Dr. Olinca Trejo @ Intro
• Should you limit your sodium? @ 2:05 
• How much salt do you need? @ 3:45 
• Are eggs bad for your cholesterol levels? @ 4:44 
• Is soy bad for your hormones? @ 7:20 
• Are cruciferous vegetables bad for your thyroid? @ 11:13 
• Are raw vegetables better than cooked ones? @ 13:15 
• What is better to have fresh or frozen vegetables? @ 16:04 
• Can you overdose on vitamins? @ 18:51
• Is coconut a heart-healthy cooking oil? @ 22:13 
• Should you feed a cold and starve a fever? @ 26:35 
• Will cracking your joints cause arthritis? @ 27:25 
• Is sea salt better than table salt? @ 28:28 
• Do nightshades cause inflammation? @ 29:37
• Can you catch up on sleep on the weekend? @ 33:45
• Dr. Matthew Walker - sleep scientist @ 34:45 
• Find Dr. Olinca Trejo at Halton Physiotherapy @ 37:03 

To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.

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