S3E11 - "I Eat Whatever I Want" 4 Years Laters and Still 40 Pounds Down Client Interview with Candace Calley

Episode Notes

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Discover how Candace has lost 40 pounds and kept it off for 4 years and counting!

She shares with us the parts that were easy and the struggles she experienced with changing her habits as a single mom and a foodie who travels for work.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Mind Body Alchemy Podcast 00:20 Success Story: Candice Kelly's Fitness Journey 01:28 Candice's Background and Dieting History 03:30 The Turning Point: Starting the Program 04:27 Breaking Down the Program's Approach 11:13 The Impact of Habit Changes on Emotional Eating 16:16 The Freedom of Letting Go of Diet Culture 22:15 Reflecting on the Journey and Looking Ahead 22:49 Meal Planning and Energy Distribution 23:13 Breaking Free from Weight Obsession 23:33 Embracing Body Awareness Over Scales 25:25 Navigating Food Choices On the Road 27:06 Maintaining Healthy Habits During Travel and Celebrations 28:26 Mastering Mindful Eating and Enjoyment 33:07 Physical Changes and the Impact of Exercise 36:07 Sustaining Habits and Mindful Snacking 40:00 The Transformative Journey of Habit Change 43:18 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement

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S3E10 - When Emotions Cause Your Overeating and Weight Gain

Episode Notes

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Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to Mind Body Alchemy

00:21 The Emotional Eating Revelation

00:32 Understanding Emotional Eating

03:32 The Common Misconception of Emotional Eating

07:14 Identifying Your Relationship with Food

10:07 The Emotional Triggers Behind Overeating

17:07 Unpacking the Layers of Emotional Eating

18:09 Navigating Emotional Needs and Solutions

21:08 Transforming Your Eating Habits with Coaching

21:54 Closing Thoughts

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S3E9 - Your Dieting Past Predicts Your Future Fat Loss and How to Change That

Episode Notes

In this episode, we delve into the often-overlooked aspect of how our past experiences with dieting can influence our current and future weight loss efforts.

Despite our desire for a fresh start, our dieting history can have a significant impact on our outcomes.

Join me as we explore the three key ways your dieting past may sabotage your weight loss journey and learn strategies to overcome these challenges.

Low Confidence False Associations Nervous System Response

Addressing the impact of our dieting past is crucial for setting the stage for successful weight loss. By acknowledging and working through the emotional and physiological barriers created by past experiences, we can cultivate a mindset of self-compassion, resilience, and empowerment on our journey toward better health.

Don't let the ghosts of dieting past dictate your future—take charge and rewrite your story.

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Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Mind Body Alchemy Podcast 01:03 The Impact of Past Dieting on Future Success 03:18 Top Three Reasons Your Dieting Past Affects You 03:27 Exploring Low Confidence and False Associations 07:20 Understanding Your Nervous System's Role 12:30 Reprogramming for Success 18:01 Concluding Thoughts

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S3E8 - I Just Want to Eat Like a Normal Person: Are You Sure?

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Have you ever caught yourself wishing you could just eat like a "normal" person? What does that actually mean?

This episode breaks down the fallacy of eating like a normal person and offers a shift in perspective as it relates to eating like a "normal" person.

If you want to start feeling less stressed and obsessed about your diet, weight loss, and the way your body looks, let's dive in!

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Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to Mind Body Alchemy 00:40 The Struggle with Food and Body Obsession 03:17 Redefining 'Normal' Eating and Self-Perception 07:05 The Journey from Yo-Yo Dieting to Self-Acceptance 10:06 Building a Life of Health and Pleasure 13:27 Redefining Normalcy and Embracing Self-Care

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Fat Loss Strategies, Healthy Lifestyle, Calorie Counting, Fitness Goals, Emotional Eating, Body Confidence, Personal Growth, Balanced Diet, Weight Loss Tips, Self-Care PracticesFat Loss, Weight Management, Healthy Eating, Exercise, Nutrition Tips, Healthy Body Image, Wellness Journey, Metabolism Boost, Diet Plan, Mindful Eating

S3E7 - Fat Loss Mistake – Hard Talk

Putting on my Mom jeans and giving you an attitude adjustment!

Episode Notes

It's easy to get caught up in the "how" to lose weight, but there's something deeper that you have to master if you really want to see long-term success.

In this episode, I'm giving you a little bit of an attitude adjustment.

You'll learn how "hard-talk" is the single biggest block to fat loss success and how to shift your perspective for faster and more permanent results.

No matter what strategy you try to lose weight, this piece can't be ignored. Are you ready?

00:00 Intro 00:17 Tackling Energy Vampires and Inner Critics 00:54 The Simplicity of Weight Loss Habits 01:49 Unveiling the Truth About Hard Talk 03:21 The Emotional Challenge of Eating Habits 06:01 The Power of Positive Self-Talk 08:34 Choosing Your Exhaustion Wisely 09:52 The Importance of Self-Compassion

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S3E6 - 3 Secrets to Create More Time & Energy For Weight Loss Success

Episode Notes

Save Time and Boost Energy!

In this episode, you'll discover 3 secrets that make finding time and energy for weight loss possible, for you!

The biggest weight loss barriers have nothing to do with the confusing arguments on TikTok about whether we should eat carnivore diets or go vegan. It's not as stressful as calculating the perfect ratio of macronutrients or spending hours in the gym covered in sweat, either.

The biggest weight loss barrier for most is finding the time and energy to give a crap in the first place.

What you might learn is holding you back, could surprise you! You don't need to find an extra couple of hours in the day to lose weight. You have to make 3 powerful changes, that will free up the energy and time you already have.

Say Goodbye to Struggles: Transform Your Life and Your Body with 3 Powerful Changes for Weight Loss!

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00:00 Welcome to Mind Body Alchemy 00:22 The Struggle with Weight Loss and Energy 01:08 Conquering Energy Vampire #1 06:32 Energy Vampire #2 09:23 Energy Vampire #3 12:00 Implementing Change for a Healthier Life 13:45 Closing Thoughts

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S3E5 - Fat Loss: Ditch the Sabotage Mindset Part 2

More cognitive distortions that keep you circling the diet drain.

In this episode, we are taking on part 2 of the cognitive distortions that stop fat loss in it's tracks.

Break free from catastrophizing, fortune-telling, control fallacies, and emotional reasoning (yikes)!

Losing weight is about so much more than calories in, and calories out. If you want to stop bouncing up and down the scale, you've got to learn about what you're really up against.

By understanding and tackling these cognitive distortions, you're not just losing weight; you're gaining a healthier, happier mindset.

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00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:59 Understanding Cognitive Distortions

01:33 The Impact of Catastrophizing

02:04 The Role of Shame in Weight Loss

02:20 Overcoming Catastrophizing

05:34 The Pitfalls of Fortune Telling

08:41 Control Fallacies and Their Impact

11:50 Emotional Reasoning: The Final Hurdle

13:54 The Power of Change and Growth

15:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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S3E4 - Fat Loss: Ditch the Sabotage Mindset Part 1

Cognitive distortions that keep you circling the diet drain.

Episode Notes

In this episode, we dive deep into the sheer power of the mind over body.

We're getting real about fat loss – not just the usual "eat less, move more" spiel, but the mental gymnastics that often leave us tripping over our own feet. We're talking about the sneaky cognitive distortions that sabotage our fat loss journeys faster than a double cheese pizza on a Saturday night.

The All-or-Nothing Mindset: Ever found yourself demolishing a tub of ice cream because you ate one cookie and thought, "Well, my diet's ruined now"? Welcome to the all-or-nothing mindset, the arch-nemesis of sustainable fat loss. We're dissecting why this black-and-white thinking not only derails your diet but also keeps you from enjoying life's little pleasures (one cookie and you've blown the day).

Discounting the Positives: So, you lost a pound this week, but you're bummed it wasn't five? If you're the kind to overlook your victories, no matter how small, we're calling you out. Let's chat about why acknowledging every win on your fat loss journey is crucial and how to start giving yourself the credit you deserve.

The Tyranny of Shoulds: "I should work out more." "I shouldn't eat that." Sound familiar? The shoulds are like that overbearing friend who means well but ends up making you feel worse. We're exploring how to kick these shoulds to the curb and start making choices that feel good and are good for you.

Overgeneralization: So, you had one bad week and suddenly, you're convinced you'll never reach your fat loss goals. Overgeneralization is like doom-scrolling through your own failures, but we're here to offer some perspective (and a few laughs) on how to break this cycle.

Fat loss isn't just about counting calories and hitting the gym; it's a mental game, too. By understanding and tackling these cognitive distortions, you're not just losing weight; you're gaining a healthier, happier mindset.

The MindBody Alchemy Podcast is your go-to for the science of fat loss, and the secrets to a healthier you. Catch us next week for more, and don't forget to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode.

Here's to making peace with our plates and our minds!

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S3E3 - An Honest Look at Weight Loss Injections (Especially If You Want To Be Fit)

Weight loss injections like semaglutide are all the rage right now. Are they worth the hype if you want to fit?

Episode Notes

With the introduction of new weight loss drugs like Semaglutide, Wegovy, and other GLP1 medications, I thought it was time to discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly, and look at this through an honest lens. 

In this episode, we’re diving into the deep end as we discuss the relationship between body positivity, fat acceptance, and the nuanced conversation around health, weight loss, and self-love.

This episode talks about what I'm encouraged by as it relates to weight loss drugs and the concerns I have about them too. Semaglutide, Wegovy, Tirzeptide, Liraglutide, Zepbound, and all the other names for this class of drugs are here and making waves. 

I'll be the first to admit, if I was still deep into my weight loss journey I would have been the first in line for these drugs and wouldn't have cared about the side effects or potential consequences. Now though, I'm older and wiser. I have time and experience on my side and I know a thing or two about sustainable weight loss. 

My opinions might surprise you, trigger you, annoy you, or give you some relief if you've been thinking about what these drugs could do for you.

I would LOVE to hear all about what you think about them. Have you tried them? Are you using one now to support your weight loss goals? How is it going? Send me an email and let's chat! 

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S3E2 - Tess Holiday is on Diet, Anti-Diet Guru's are Losing Weight, and Body Positivity is Changing

Episode Notes

With the introduction of new weight loss drugs like Semaglutide, Wegovy, and other GLP1 medications, it seems like everyone is losing weight these days, including many of the previously loud and proud anti-diet influencers.

In this episode, we’re diving into the deep end as we discuss the relationship between body positivity, fat acceptance, and the nuanced conversation around health, weight loss, and self-love.

This episode talks about what it means that Tess Holiday and other Body Positive influencers are suddenly on a diet and how to navigate feelings of betrayal while figuring out how to be your OWN influencer.

Body positivity isn’t what mainstream media tells us it is and it’s not for everyone in every situation. You should be able to experience positive or at least neutral feelings about your body, but what does that mean from a behavioral standpoint?

We’re going to break down what actually does feel positive and what is straight up body positive gas lighting that may give you relief from the social pressures of being thin, but isn’t telling you the truth about the consequences of saying that none of this matters.

Maybe weight loss isn't such a dirty word after all?

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