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Divorce is one of life’s most challenging experiences, filled with emotional turmoil, fighting, uncertainty, and anger, and it can leave us with fear, feeling broken, lost, and like the foundation has been ripped from under us.

Today, I’m pulling back the curtain, and I’m going to share my divorce story. Not only that... everything that I’ve experienced, learned, practiced, and taught about gratitude was put to the test.

In today’s episode, we will answer the question... what is the ripple effect of gratitude when going through a divorce, and how can you change the narrative of what divorce is supposed to look like? If you are currently navigating a divorce, this is a must-listen-to episode.

But even if you are not, the principles that I’m going to share today will help you to view any difficult situation from a totally different perspective.


Together, we will unpack:

• When gratitude is put to the test during my divorce
• How you can listen to your inner voice during the cacophony of chaos around you
• When it’s okay to not be okay
• How to overcome anger and bitterness when that is the default go-to
• The ultimate lesson of gratitude and divorce

Mentioned Resources:

Episode 45: Surrender is Giving You Power
Episode 54: Warming Up to Gratitude
Episode 55: There’s Power in Peace
Episode 57: Waking Up on the Wrong Side of Gratitude
Episode 58: It’s Not Your Fault

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Did you know that gratitude has a dark side? It’s actually called toxic gratitude, and it’s something that Mel Robbins and I have in common… and I’m guessing you might be in the club too.

On today’s episode, we are going to answer the question… how do you know if you are getting it wrong about gratitude?

The answer is powerful, it involves Fonzie from Happy Days, and I think it’s going to surprise you.  


Together, we will unpack:

• Mel Robbin's six ways you're getting gratitude wrong.
• Signs that you may be missing the mark with gratitude.
• Gratitude's "jumped the shark" moment.
• How gratitude can transform your identity.
• Avoiding the trap of using gratitude as an excuse to stay stuck.

Mentioned Resources:

The Science of Gratitude and 6 Surprising Ways You’re Getting it Wrong–The Mel Robbins Podcast. (Rating = E)

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▶️ FOLLOW HOLLY BERTONE ON INSTAGRAM - @holly.bertone 

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Are you scared about the current economy? Or maybe you are struggling with money a little more these days than normal? There’s a lot of uncertainty going on right now, and it’s easy to fixate on the scarcity... on what you don’t have. 

On today’s episode, we are going to answer the question... how can you use gratitude to create wealth in this economy?The answer is powerful, it involves a TV, and I think it’s going to surprise you.

So... let’s get started.


Together, we will unpack:

• The surprising way to use gratitude to create wealth in this economy
• Learn to recognize when your amygdala hijacks your brain into making bad decisions
• Uncovering the dark side of dopamine rushes
• The true currency for a more prosperous and abundant life is THIS

Connect with Holly:

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▶️ FREE EMOTIONAL EATING PSYCHOLOGICAL PROFILE - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

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Have you ever felt like there's something more out there? Like you have this "thing" inside of you that has been nudging and whispering and calling you to do something different in your life and/or your health? You know it's there. You're like... heeeeey... what's up?!?!?

But you've never actually made it happen. 

In this episode, we will answer the question… how do I kindle my fire when I’m afraid of taking those steps to make it happen?

The answer is powerful, it involves oxygen, and I think it’s going to surprise you.


Together, we will unpack:

• Holly's recent kickoff keynote speaker experience.
• Finding motivation and overcoming the fear of failure.
• Is radical responsibility for your health and life really necessary?
• The value of being honest with where you are and where you want to be and how that is your key to success.

Mentioned Resources:

Episode 41: Welcome to Gratitude Builds Fortitude. Your Journey Begins Here

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▶️ BECOME A SUSTAINABLE WEIGHT LOSS MACHINE - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/pl-machine-reg

▶️ FREE EMOTIONAL EATING PSYCHOLOGICAL PROFILE - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

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If you are a little down on yourself today, then listen up. On today’s episode, my guest is going to share her story of how she went from being partially paralyzed to a wheelchair to walking without assistance.

Her story is powerful, it involves taking one step at a time, and I think it’s going to surprise you.

My guest today is Leah Bryant. Leah is the "podcast ninja" who helps coaches learn how podcasting can grow their audience of raving fans and increase their income.

Leah has published over 700 episodes for over 25 podcasts in just a little over two years. Including mine. Yes, this is the same Leah Bryant who is my podcast producer. She has the biggest heart to serve others, and she loves being behind the scenes but after hearing this interview, I know you will agree with me that her story and her message needs to be shared with the world.

Leah is not just my podcast producer, she has become a close personal friend who I love and adore and she fully embodies the gratitude builds fortitude spirit.

I’m excited for you to listen to this interview.


Together, we will unpack:

• Leah Bryant shares her journey with paralysis and her experience of learning to walk again
• The importance of taking time to feel emotions during the recovery process
• Why being patient AND grateful can help you persevere in unexpected situations
• Leah's career path and her transition into podcasting and entrepreneurship
• Finding miracles in unexpected situations

Connect with Leah Bryant:

Learn more about Launching Your Podcast with Leah

Take the Quiz, find your podcast personality, and listen Leah's Private Podcast

Follow Leah Bryant on Instagram

Follow Leah Bryant on LinkedIn

Connect with Holly:

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▶️ JOIN THE BREAK EMOTIONAL EATING ACCELERATOR - 

https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/break-emotional-eating-accelerator

▶️ APPLY FOR ELITE-LEVEL PRIVATE COACHING WITH HOLLY - https://wkf.ms/3XtDIKV

▶️QUIT SUGAR IN 5 DAYS - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-sugar

▶️ SUBSCRIBE TO SUBSTACK - https://substack.com/@hollybertone

▶️ FOLLOW HOLLY BERTONE ON INSTAGRAM - @holly.bertone 

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Have you listened to Episode 68, 4 Simple Strategies for Overcoming Procrastination? It was a guest episode with Dr. Christine Li and I’m jumping on today to share some bonus reflections with you that we didn’t get a chance to talk about. So be sure to listen to that episode first if you haven’t already.


Together, we will unpack:

• Reflections on my interview with Dr. Christine Li in Episode 68
• The vicious cycle of procrastination and clutter
• The fear that holds us back from moving forward
• Overcoming procrastination with grace and the right mindset

Mentioned Resources: 

Episode 68: 4 Simple Strategies for Overcoming Procrastination with Dr. Christine Li

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▶️ BECOME A SUSTAINABLE WEIGHT LOSS MACHINE - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/pl-machine-reg

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▶️ APPLY FOR ELITE-LEVEL PRIVATE COACHING WITH HOLLY - https://wkf.ms/3XtDIKV

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If you consider yourself a procrastinator, then listen up. On today’s episode, my guest is going to answer the question… what are the four things you need to do when you are too scared to move forward?

The answer is powerful, it involves releasing some mind-body-and physical clutter, and I think it’s going to surprise you.

My guest today is Dr. Christine Li. Christine is a clinical psychologist who has helped thousands of clients and students to recognize the internal and external roadblocks in their way and to overcome them so that they could perform to their potential and with much greater ease and speed.

Christine is the author of "5-Minute Self-Discipline Exercises: Stay Motivated, Cultivate Good Habits, and Achieve Your Goals"; Host of the Make Time for Success Podcast; AND… wait until you hear this… her coaching methodology and work was featured in Oprah's Favorite Things Issue at the end of 2022. And because I’m pretty sure you are wondering… Yes, I do ask her all about that.

I’m excited for you to listen to this interview!


Together, we will unpack:

• Dr. Christine Li shares advice for those who struggle with clutter and procrastination.
• The #1 reason why people procrastinate.
• Understanding the fear of success and how it can stop you.
• Wait, there's a connection between procrastination and self-esteem?
• Taking action with forgiveness, fear, focus and flow.
• How to fix more than one habit.
• The importance of speaking to ourselves with love, especially as it relates to our clutter.
• The relationship between self-worth and having stuff in America.

Connect with Dr. Christine Li:

Learn more and join the Cut the Clutter Challenge
Listen to the Make Time for Success Podcast
Follow Dr. Christine Li, Procrastination Coach on Instagram
Visit Dr. Christine Li on the Web

Connect with Holly:

▶️ BECOME A SUSTAINABLE WEIGHT LOSS MACHINE - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/pl-machine-reg

▶️ FREE EMOTIONAL EATING PSYCHOLOGICAL PROFILE - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

▶️ JOIN THE BREAK EMOTIONAL EATING ACCELERATOR - 

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▶️ APPLY FOR ELITE-LEVEL PRIVATE COACHING WITH HOLLY - https://wkf.ms/3XtDIKV

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Have you ever said that your body is fighting against itself? Or have you ever thought that your body has betrayed you? Chances are if you have said those things, it may be more detrimental than you think. Or is it? Believe it or not, the evidence is… well… you’ll just have to listen and find out!

In this episode, we will answer the question… is it helpful or detrimental for your body to be fighting against itself?

The answer is powerful, it involves the thick Velcro on boxing gloves, and I think it will surprise you.   


Together, we will unpack:

• The concept of the body fighting against itself.
• Positive and negative perspectives on fighting chronic illness.
• The importance of hope and determination in fighting illness.
• Crash course on inflammation and its effects on the body.
• How our language affects the healing process.
• The idea of personal responsibility in achieving better health.
• Gratitude as a tool for building resilience.

Mentioned Resources:

Link to the Stanford article cited

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▶️ BECOME A SUSTAINABLE WEIGHT LOSS MACHINE - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/pl-machine-reg

▶️ FREE EMOTIONAL EATING PSYCHOLOGICAL PROFILE - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

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We are taking a bit of a detour on today’s episode. I’ve been sharing on Instagram, some pretty vulnerable behind the scenes of my background and how I transitioned from my career in government service to the business that I have today. And all of the failures and twists and turns in between. I was really surprised at the great feedback that you shared with me… how much you’ve been enjoying the story and the journey.

So… I decided to put it all together.

On today’s episode, I’m going to take you on the journey of my story from grumpy mess to grateful message.


Together, we will unpack:

• Holly shares her journey from grumpy mess to grateful message
• How Holly transformed Pink Fortitude from a hobby blog to a business
• The power of passion and purpose
• Which of these four categories are you?
• Holly shares clips of her interview with her Coach, James Wedmore

Mentioned Resources:

James Wedmore's RISE of the Digital CEO Training 
Take the Quiz - Uncover your Biggest Business Blindspot

Connect with Holly:

▶️ FREE TRAINING - THE PSYCHOLOGY-BASED METHOD TO OUTSMART EMOTIONAL EATING IN 10 DAYS - https://event.webinarjam.com/channel/hollybertone

▶️ FREE EMOTIONAL EATING PSYCHOLOGICAL PROFILE - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone

▶️ More resources for Your Midlife Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach

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If you are struggling with your autoimmune disease, and you are ready to find some better balance, you are not alone. On today’s episode, my guest will answer the question… how can you master finding balance in your life when you have an autoimmune disease?

The answer is powerful, it involves protecting what is most important to you, and I think it’s going to surprise you.

My guest today is Michele Spring. Michele is an autoimmune health coach who blends using diet, lifestyle, and mindset to help you live a full life and feel great despite autoimmune disease. She is a very dear friend and one of my business besties. What I love about her message is that it goes beyond just nutrition to incorporate an entire mind-body approach. 


Together, we will unpack:

• Michele Spring shares her experience with Hashimoto's and celiac disease
• Michele's journey to diagnosis and healing
• Flare-ups as they relate to an Ironman participant
• Do stress management techniques like Qigong, yoga, and walking REALLY help?
• The disconnect between the Western medical system and holistic root causes
• Lifestyle changes for long-lasting improvements
• Shedding your high-achieving identity

Connect with Michele:

Get Michele's Thriving on Paleo Freebie Library
Follow Michele Spring and Thriving on Paleo on Instagram
Follow Michele Spring and Thriving on Paleo on YouTube
Learn more about The Autoimmune Collective

Connect with Holly:

▶️ FREE TRAINING - THE PSYCHOLOGY-BASED METHOD TO OUTSMART EMOTIONAL EATING IN 10 DAYS - https://event.webinarjam.com/channel/hollybertone

▶️ FREE EMOTIONAL EATING PSYCHOLOGICAL PROFILE - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone

▶️ More resources for Your Midlife Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach

If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and message out to more listeners!

Weight Loss Forensics is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co.