Episode 182 - From Cold Plunges to Manifestation: Our Spiciest Wellness Opinions

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:15:00 -0700

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Episode 181 - Nine Ways To Talk Nicer To Yourself

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 00:15:00 -0700

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa tackle the inner dialogue that quietly shapes how we see ourselves, especially when it comes to our bodies, movement, and self-care. They walk through a list of common thoughts that keep people stuck and offer compassionate, practical reframes for each one. At the heart of it all is a simple reminder: your value isn’t tied to performance, perfection, or productivity.

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Episode 180 - Loving Your Body in the Language It Understands

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:15:00 -0700

In this special Valentine’s Day themed episode, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa explore what self-love really looks like when it comes to your health, wellness, and movement without shame, pressure, or punishment.

Using the framework of the five commonly known love languages, they walk through practical, real-life ways to give yourself the love you’re often waiting to receive from others. From words of affirmation and acts of service to gifts, quality time, and physical touch, this conversation reframes fitness as an expression of care rather than control.

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Episode 179 - Coach Tyler & Dr. Lisa’s Favorites!

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:15:00 -0700

In this lighthearted and hilariously insightful episode of The Feeling Lighter Podcast, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa ditch rigid rules and dive into a series of “favorites” that reveal how movement, self-care, and joy actually show up in real life. From comfort foods and go-to stretches to love-to-hate workouts, breath-work, and the small daily practices that help them feel grounded, the conversation blends humor, honesty, and lived experience.

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Episode 178 - From Surviving to Feeling Alive Again with Nurjahan Boulden

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:15:00 -0700

In this powerful episode, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa are joined by belly dance teacher and embodied healing guide Nurjahan Boulden, who shares her journey of surviving gun violence and finding her way back to joy through movement.

Nurjahan opens up about years of fear, shame, and disconnection from her body, and how somatic practices—especially dance—helped her heal in ways talk therapy alone could not. Together, they explore trauma, embodiment, cultural narratives around movement, and why play, compassion, and meeting your body where it is can be deeply transformative.

This conversation is a reminder that healing is nonlinear, it’s never too late to reclaim your story, and movement doesn’t have to look a certain way to bring you back home to yourself.

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Episode 177 - Why Your Body Feels Different After 40

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:15:00 -0700

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden dive into why your body may start to feel unfamiliar in your 40s and beyond and why that’s completely normal. They explore how aging, past fitness habits, and diet culture contribute to pain, disconnection, and frustration with movement. Rather than chasing fixes, they offer a powerful reframe: what if the goal wasn’t to change your body, but to feel good in it? This episode invites listeners to trade shame for curiosity and to rebuild a relationship with movement rooted in respect, compassion, and ease.

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Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:15:00 -0700

In this heartfelt episode, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden reflect on the first WeShape Wellness Weekend and the powerful transformations that unfolded. They share behind-the-scenes moments, lessons learned, and the emotional breakthroughs that made the WeShape Wellness Weekend retreat unforgettable. From deep healing and vulnerability to laughter, movement, and connection, Tyler and Lisa discuss how creating space for honesty and self-discovery helped the participants release emotional weight and reconnect with joy. This conversation is a moving reminder that healing happens through community, courage, and giving ourselves permission to feel it all.

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Wed, 09 Jul 2025 00:15:00 -0700

Why do so many of us struggle to move our bodies, even when we know it's good for us? In this inspiring and eye-opening episode of The Feeling Lighter Podcast, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with biomechanist Katy Bowman and clinical psychologist Dr. Diana Hill, co-authors of I Know I Should Exercise, But…, to explore the inner barriers that get in the way of joyful, consistent movement.

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Episode 148 - Why it’s hard to receive and practice letting love in

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 00:15:00 -0700

In this heartfelt episode of The Feeling Lighter Podcast, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden dive deep into why so many people, especially women, struggle to receive love, kindness, and compliments. They unpack the societal and cultural conditioning that teaches self-sacrifice while discouraging self-worth, and they explore how religion, upbringing, and internalized beliefs about worthiness all play a role in our resistance to receiving.

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Episode 147 - Reflection of This Quarter’s Episode Topics

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:15:00 -0700

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa reflect on the powerful themes from this season of Feeling Lighter—from redefining health to reclaiming joy. They dive into the systemic challenges of weight stigma in healthcare, the lasting effects of trauma, and why healing starts with awareness and self-acceptance. This episode highlights the role of community, the importance of aligning with your values, and how self-care and service to others can help us live fuller, more meaningful lives.

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Episode 146 - Navigating Emotions and Relationships with Silvy Khoucasian

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:15:00 -0700

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa sit down with Silvy Khoucasian to discuss the emotional intricacies of relationships—from navigating conflict to building deeper, more secure connections. Together, they unpack how attachment styles show up in everyday dynamics, why setting and honoring boundaries is essential, and how validating your own emotions can transform how you relate to others. The conversation dives into anxious and avoidant behaviors, the value of clear agreements between partners, and the importance of leading with vulnerability and self-awareness to foster meaningful, authentic relationships.

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Episode 145 - Let’s Talk About The WeShape Feel Good Challenges

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 00:15:00 -0700

This episode is all about WeShape's Feel Good Challenges! Hosts Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden break down how these challenges flip the script on traditional fitness programs. Instead of punishing workouts and rigid goals, they talk about embracing movement that actually feels good, fostering real community support, and shifting from self-criticism to self-compassion. If you’ve ever felt like fitness challenges left you burned out or disconnected from your body, this refreshing take might be exactly what you need.

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Episode 144 - Understanding Trauma and Its Impact with Vernisha Crawford

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:15:00 -0700

In this episode, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden engage in a deep conversation with guest, Vernisha Crawford, about the importance of wellness, authenticity, and integrity in both personal and professional lives. We’re not afraid to really get into the importance of self-care, the complexities of trauma, and the challenges of people-pleasing behavior. Listen now to learn about how trauma affects individuals differently and how to begin to heal.

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Episode 143 - The Truth About Weight Stigma in Healthcare with Ragen Chastain MEd, BCPA

Wed, 28 May 2025 00:15:00 -0700

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with Ragen Chastain and unapck the damaging use of BMI, the importance of shame-free, inclusive care, and the critical need for informed consent in medical settings. Ragen highlights how stigma impacts healthcare access and outcomes, especially for larger-bodied patients, and offers practical tools for self-advocacy. She also reflects on positive shifts in the medical field and ends with a powerful call to challenge weight-based discrimination and build community-driven change.

Episode 142 - Reclaiming Your Body: Self-Trust, Identity & Letting Go of Shame with Jess Fry LPC, ADHD-CCSP, CSTS

Wed, 21 May 2025 00:15:00 -0700

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa sit down with Jess Fry LPC, ADHD-CCSP, CSTS for a powerful conversation on self-connection, authenticity, and the deep impact of body image—especially for women. Jess shares how societal pressures often make women feel like they need to apologize for taking up space, and how reclaiming their identity starts with kindness and self-trust. Together, they dive into the emotional layers of body image healing, particularly for women in larger bodies and those who are neurodivergent. Jess talks about the role of grief in letting go of unrealistic beauty standards and introduces the idea of body forgiveness—learning to rebuild a relationship with your body after years of shame or conditioning.

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Episode 141 - Embracing Our Bodies: A New Perspective with Chrissy King

Wed, 14 May 2025 00:15:00 -0700

In this episode, Chrissy King opens up about her journey to body liberation, highlighting the power of self-acceptance and the impact of societal pressures on our body image. She dives into the difference between body positivity and body liberation, explaining how the commercialization of body positivity has shifted its original social justice roots. Chrissy shares her personal struggles with body image and the challenges of letting go of society's ideal body standards. She advocates for a patient, compassionate approach to self-acceptance, stressing the importance of community and ongoing support in the journey to truly embrace who we are.

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:15:00 -0700

Dr. Asher Larmie joins us to unpack the real consequences of a weight-obsessed healthcare system. From the dangers of weight cycling and the misuse of weight loss drugs to the harmful stigma many patients face—this conversation dives deep into how weight-inclusive care can truly transform health outcomes.

Dr. Larmie challenges conventional medical practices that prioritize weight over well-being, and advocates for a more compassionate, evidence-based approach. Together, we explore why trusting your body, questioning biased research, and focusing on whole-person care is essential—especially for those in larger bodies.

We also touch on the role social media plays in shaping public perception, the profit-driven nature of the pharmaceutical industry, and the importance of body autonomy in modern health conversations.

This is more than a discussion—it’s a call to reshape the way we think about health.

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Episode 134 - Top Lessons Learned When We Look Back at Recurring Trends

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:15:00 -0700

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa reflect on the recurring themes from their conversations with guests. They discuss the importance of self-worth, the mind-body connection, and the impact of fitness culture on personal health. The conversation also delves into inner child work, self-compassion, and the significance of questioning beliefs to foster personal growth and feel lighter. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the need for self-love and the importance of being present in one's life.

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Episode 133 - Breaking Free from Perfectionism with Samantha Chung

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:15:00 -0700

In this episode, mindset and manifestation coach, Samantha Chung, joins Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa to share her powerful journey of self-discovery. From chasing perfectionism to redefining her self-worth, Samantha opens up about the struggles that shaped her path. Together, they explore the power of presence, self-acceptance, and learning to let go of fear-driven habits. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about embracing life’s imperfections and finding peace in the process.

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Episode 132 - Embodied Self Awareness and Reconnecting With Our True Selves with Michelle Chalfant

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 00:15:00 -0700

Michelle Chalfant joins us to share how we can move beyond self-doubt, people-pleasing, and the inner critic to reconnect with our true selves. From learning to ground into the body and the power of group work to understanding how emotions need to be fully felt to release, Michelle offers powerful tools to help you break old patterns and build self-worth.

Episode 131 - Understanding the Connection Between Body Image, Emotions, and Disordered Eating with Stefanie Michele

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:15:00 -0700

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa sit down with Binge Eating Recovery & Body Image Coach, Stefanie Michele, to dive deep into the connection between emotions, the nervous system, and our relationship with food and self-image. They explore how black-and-white thinking keeps us stuck, the hidden ways restriction manifests, and why body image distress is often a projection of unresolved emotions. Stefanie shares powerful insights on reconnecting with the body, regulating the nervous system, and breaking free from the binge-restrict cycle. Tune in for an eye-opening conversation on self-acceptance, emotional awareness, and finding freedom beyond diet culture.

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Episode 130 - Coach Tyler & Dr. Lisa’s Personal Growth Journeys

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0700

In this episode, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa open up about their personal journeys—how their experiences shaped the way they see health, movement, and self-acceptance today. We get to hear about the path that led to the creation of WeShape, the challenges they faced in unlearning harmful beliefs, and the deeper purpose behind each of their work. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on growth, self-worth, and what it truly means to care for yourself.

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Episode 129 - Self-Compassion, Community, and Honoring Your Body’s Needs with Abbie Attwood

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:15:00 -0700

In this episode, we welcome Abbie Attwood for a deep dive into self-compassion, building resilience, and breaking free from toxic diet culture. We explore the importance of trusting your body’s signals—whether it’s hunger, rest, or grief—and how everyday acts of self-kindness can transform your relationship with yourself. Abbie reminds us that healing doesn’t happen in isolation and that community plays a vital role in helping us feel seen, validated, and connected. Tune in for an honest conversation about navigating body changes, trusting your experiences, and embracing life’s inevitable ups and downs.

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Episode 128 - How Diet Culture Shapes Our Lives with Harriet Brown

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:15:00 -0700

In this powerful conversation, we sit down Harriet Brown, Professor of Magazine, News, & Digital Journalism at the Newhouse School of Public Communications, to unravel the deep-rooted beliefs around eating disorders, diet culture, and body image. Harriet shares her personal journey as well as the historical and societal forces that continue to fuel our obsession with thinness. We dig into the research, explore the harm caused by intentional weight loss, and discuss how we can start breaking free from these toxic narratives. It's an eye-opening episode about redefining health, challenging what we've been taught, and planting the seeds for self-acceptance.

Episode 127 - Embracing Body Acceptance and Natural Beauty with Bella Davis

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:15:00 -0700

In this heartfelt episode, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa sit down with Bella Davis, a passionate advocate for body positivity and self-acceptance. Bella shares her inspiring journey from struggling with body image and an eating disorder to embracing self-love and empowering others through social media. Together, they dive deep into the importance of rejecting societal pressures around appearance and body standards. Bella discusses how vulnerability and authenticity can foster a supportive community and help others feel seen and heard in their own struggles. This conversation is a powerful reminder that self-kindness is the first step toward lasting change.

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Epsidoe 126 - The Secret Language of the Body: Healing Trauma Through Awareness with Karden Rabin

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:15:00 -0700

Karden Rabin joins the WeShape team to discuss the profound connection between the mind, body, and nervous system. From personal healing stories to actionable strategies, Karden shares how awareness, interruption, and redesign can help you release trauma, regulate your body, and embrace a healthier, more compassionate relationship with yourself. Listen in to explore the science and soul behind somatic healing and self-discovery!

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Episode 125 - Millennial Burnout & Recovery with Peter Guse

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:15:00 -0700

We sit down with Peter Guse, creator of The Millennial Reset, to explore the realities of millennial burnout, hustle culture, and the path back to your authentic self. Peter shares his personal journey of breaking free from societal conditioning, rediscovering joy, and embracing the wisdom of simplicity.

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 00:15:00 -0700

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Morgan Francis, a licensed therapist specializing in body image, eating disorders, and sexual health, to explore the complex layers of self-worth, body image, and authenticity. Dr. Francis shares her personal journey of embracing the natural changes in her body, overcoming societal pressures, and shifting beliefs around health and happiness.

We also dive into the role of trauma, diet culture, and societal expectations in shaping our relationships with ourselves and our bodies. Whether it’s navigating parenthood, redefining health, or learning to sit with joy and vulnerability, this conversation offers powerful insights and practical takeaways for anyone seeking to live more authentically.

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Episode 118 - There Are No Rules with Arielle Juliette

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:15:00 -0700

In this inspiring episode, dance studio owner, body liberation advocate, and creator, Arielle Juliette, joins WeShape to share their journey of breaking toxic beliefs about body image, reclaiming joy in movement, and fostering inclusivity in fitness and dance. Discover how small steps, bold authenticity, and building community can transform self-acceptance and challenge societal norms. Tune in for a powerful conversation on self-love, courage, and the freedom to live unapologetically!

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Episode 117 - You Are More Than Just A Body with Dr. Rachel Millner

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 00:15:00 -0700

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Rachel Millner, a psychologist, fat activist, and mom, to explore the myths and truths about body liberation, movement, and self-trust. Rachel shares her journey from believing her body was a problem to embracing a life rooted in respect, acceptance, and freedom.

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Wed, 19 Jun 2024 00:15:00 -0700

This week we have biomechanist and bestselling author of the new book My Perfect Movement Plan Katy Bowman joining us to talk about changing the way we move and think about our need for movement. Together, we explore the difference between movement versus exercise and how aligning your fitness routine with your unique objectives is essential. Learn how to find your 'north star' and tailor your movements to what you hope to achieve. Tune in to make your fitness journey truly your own.

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Episode 93 - Breaking the Cycle: Motherhood Mental Load & Burnout With Samantha Kelly

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 00:15:00 -0700

In this Feeling Lighter episode, we are joined by Sam Kelly, a therapist turned feminist coach for mothers. She empowers families to share the mental load together as a whole family team and break the cycle of motherhood burnout. This conversation provides ways to reshape family dynamics, redistribute domestic responsibilities equally, and raise kids with new values. From revolutionary techniques to reframing difficult emotions productively, this episode equips you with practical tools to boldly break cycles.

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Episode 92 - Showing Off The Authentic Beautiful You With Kimmy Seltzer

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 00:15:00 -0700

Confidence coach, Kimmy Seltzer, joins us with a refreshing new perspective on body confidence and authentic self-expression. Through vulnerable client stories and Kimmy's insightful coaching approach, we learn how small exercises can radically shift self-perception. Rather than prescribing formulas, Kimmy guides women to love their unique bodies, accentuating natural shapes over conforming to trends.

The conversation illuminates the path forward - a journey of self-discovery that allows us to feel beautiful by embracing our individual essence, without toxic restraints or all-or-nothing thinking. An inspiring call to recalibrate within the balanced space of confident radiance on our own terms.

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Episode 91 - Being Our Unapologetic Selves With Anna Przybylski

Wed, 29 May 2024 00:15:00 -0700

Join us on this episode with special guest, Anna Przy, a fearless and laugh-inducing content creator taking Tiktok and Instagram by storm. Her not-so-serious tone allows us to laugh a little at the pressures we all feel. Relatable, hilarious, and always on point, Anna gives you permission to reject society's expectations and ask yourself, "What the heck do I truly want out of life?"

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Episode 90 - What is Racial Equity (It’s different from Equality!) with Dr. Nikki Lanier

Wed, 22 May 2024 00:15:00 -0700

The Feeling Lighter Podcast is joined by Nikki Lanier, CEO and founder of Harper Slade - one of the fastest growing and most highly recognized racial equity advisory firms in the country. She talks to us about her incredible work that focuses on helping organizations cultivate environments where black and brown talent can thrive. Nikki has also founded two global coaching programs, one for inclined white women who want to become better racial equity advocates in their home, workplace, and community, and the other a coaching program is for professional black women who are in need of ripening and respite. Join us for this meaningful and enlightening conversation!

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Episode 89 - Begin Your Body Acceptance Journey With Sara Puhto

Wed, 15 May 2024 00:15:00 -0700

This week’s guest on The Feeling Lighter Podcast is Sara Puhto, a queer body acceptance content creator. Sara posts photos to assist others in unlearning societal standards regarding different body aspects and overcoming their body insecurities by showing how bodies look different from being relaxed versus posed, and posting about different body aspects such as body hair, cellulite, scars, stretch marks, etc. We discuss how she started this journey and how it’s helped her join the revolution of body neutrality and acceptance. Tune in to learn how you can understand and get started in this journey too!

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Episode 88 - Living In A World Without Food Rules With Colleen Christensen

Wed, 08 May 2024 00:15:00 -0700

In this week’s empowering episode, Katie and Dr. Lisa welcome back Colleen Christensen, the non-judgmental registered dietitian and host of The No Food Rules Podcast. Colleen gets candid about the impacts of diet culture and "almond mom" mentality, sharing how working through her own food rules liberated her mentally and strengthened her relationships.

The conversation dives into the common misconceptions around intuitive eating and anti-diet approaches, with Colleen breaking down what it really means to honor your mind, body and soul's signals around food. You’ll also hear practical tips for guiding (not restricting!) children toward balanced eating without rules or shame.

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Episode 87 - Managing Attachment Styles: Secure, Anxious, & Avoidant With Julie Mennano

Wed, 01 May 2024 00:15:00 -0700

In this episode of The Feeling Lighter podcast, hosts Katie and Dr. Lisa speak with Julie Menanno, a licensed marriage and family therapist and author of the book "Secure Love." We discuss attachment theory and how the different attachment styles of avoidant, anxious, and secure play out in romantic relationships. Menanno shares insights from her work helping couples develop more secure attachments with themselves and each other through increasing emotional awareness, self-regulation, and vulnerable communication. The conversation also covers applying these principles to parenting and making space for children's emotions. Menanno offers a valuable framework for creating healthy, secure bonds and approaching life's challenges from a grounded, emotionally intelligent place.

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Episode 86 - Dr. Sara Kuburic "The Millennial Therapist" How To Live Authentic, Free, and Meaningful Lives

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:15:00 -0700

Dr. Sara Kuburic is an existential psychotherapist, consultant, writer, and author of "It's On Me". She joins Katie, Dr. Lisa, and Tyler for an insightful discussion on self-loss, authenticity, and the journey of self-discovery. We discuss the importance of truly feeling all emotions, embracing life's difficulties, and discerning which values are being prioritized through different choices in order to cultivate a fulfilling, meaningful life aligned with one's essence. Kuburic’s insights inspire a shift from temporary happiness to sustainable fulfillment grounded in self-acceptance.

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Episode 85 - Embracing Evidence-Based Wellness with Dr. Jessica Steier

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 00:15:00 -0700

This week, we are joined by Dr. Jessica Steier, a public health scientist and the host of the Unbiased Science Podcast. Dr. Steier shares her expertise on the lack of regulation in the supplement industry, the importance of validated testing, and the dangers of relying on unproven claims. The discussion also covers contentious topics like GMOs, food additives, and the role of regulatory agencies like the FDA. Dr. Steier skillfully navigates the complexities, emphasizing the need for critical thinking and an understanding of the nuances in scientific research.

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Episode 84 - Finding Peace Through Setting Boundaries with Nedra Tawwab

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 00:15:00 -0700

This week we have renowned relationship expert and licensed therapist Nedra Tawwab with us as she shares transformative wisdom to help you set firm boundaries and finally break free from toxic dynamics. Through candid discussions and game-changing insights, Nedra equips you with the mindset shifts and practical tools to courageously uphold your limits without guilt or aggression, navigate intense pushback and "boundary bullying" with grace, and cultivate relationships built on mutual understanding and respect.

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Thu, 07 Mar 2024 13:10:00 -0700

In this enlightening episode with Patrilie Hernandez, we uncover the truth about diet, health, and marginalized communities. We dive into a different perspective on processed foods and why they actually support and keep us alive in our fast paced, busy lifestyles.

We learn about the lack of understanding of people’s lived experiences and how we can shift the narrative through empathy, nuance, and policy changes that empower communities with autonomy and resources.

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Episode 75 - Systems of Oppression and Diet Culture with Dr. Hortencia Jiménez

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:15:00 -0700

In this powerful episode, we are joined by Dr. Hortencia Jiménez for an illuminating discussion on diet culture and systems of oppression. Dr. Jiménez shares invaluable insights on the impacts of diet culture, the difference between being impacted by vs. oppressed by diet culture, and how diet culture serves to distract us from dismantling oppressive societal systems. This profound discussion provides so much wisdom and many insights on recognizing and dismantling multiple layers of oppression perpetuated by diet culture in order to liberate ourselves and each other.

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Episode 74 - Finding Joyful Satisfaction with Food with Meme Inge

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:15:00 -0700

Can nourishing ourselves through eating actually be pleasurable? Registered Dietitian, Nutritionist, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Meme Inge, joins us to chat about just that - locating joy with food again after years of restrictive rules. She shares her own journey from pushing weight loss as an RD to now guiding folks in ditching the anxiety around what to eat.

We dive into everything from picking convenience over kitchen stress to embracing your changing food values season-by-season. Meme thoughtfully confronts the notion that “good” eaters stick to rigid guidelines, instead empowering us to define our own food happiness based on factors like taste, cost, and more. Tune in for an enlightening convo on finding freedom with each bite!

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Episode 73 - Let’s Talk About Narcissism with Dr. Ramani Durvasula

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 00:15:00 -0700

Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Ramani Durvasula, provides an in-depth look at the intricacies of narcissism - differentiating between narcissistic personality disorder, various types of narcissism, and simple narcissistic traits. She explores how narcissists psychologically manipulate relationships, the bonding that keeps people trapped, and paths to healing. This conversation will not only teach you about the complexities of narcissism, but will offer guidance to those stuck in harmful narcissistic relationships.

Links to order Dr. Ramani’s new book “It's Not You: Identifying and Healing from Narcissistic People”

US link: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/710202/its-not-you-by-ramani-durvasula-phd/UK link: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/460902/its-not-you-by-durvasula-ramani/9781785045028CA link: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/710202/its-not-you-by-ramani-durvasula-phd/978059349262

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Connect with Doctor Ramani:

Narcissistic relationship healing program: https://doctor-ramani.teachable.com/p/taking-yourself-back-healing-from-narcissistic-antagonistic-relationships

Website: https://doctor-ramani.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DoctorRamani

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorramani/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorramani

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Episode 72 - Powerful Tools in Self Validation with Dr. Kiki Fehling

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 00:15:00 -0700

Join us for an empowering conversation with Clinical Psychologist, author, speaker, and expert in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and LGBTQ mental health, Dr. Kiki Fehling. On this episode, we dive into cultivating radical self-validation to transcend cultural messages about how we “should” look. We dive deep into practices like mindfulness, “opposite action”, self-compassion, self validation, and truthful self-talk that can liberate us to unapologetically embody whoever we choose to be.

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Learn more about Dr. Kiki:

Website: https://www.kikifehling.com/

Dr Kiki’s book on DBT skills: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/715671/self-directed-dbt-skills-by-kiki-fehling-phd-and-elliot-weiner-phd/

For more information about the DBT skill of Opposite Action:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDWn-cqKKrg

Several specific videos about acting opposite to shame on her Tiktok:

https://www.tiktok.com/@dbtkiki/video/7146366780200488238

https://www.tiktok.com/@dbtkiki/video/7148135883034823982

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Episode 71 - Diets Don’t Work, Now What?

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:15:00 -0700

Join us with guest Sam Previte, a Registered Dietitian (RD), Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Certified Personal Trainer, and the Founder of Find Food Freedom. Sam talks to us about how to break up with diet culture for good. Learn how to remove guilt and shame from your plate, make peace with food once and for all, and start truly listening to what your body needs. Get ready to separate behaviors from body size, nourish over punish, and understand why self-love scales tip the balance.

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Episode 70 - Is It Possible To Make Peace With Your Body?

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:15:00 -0700

In this episode of The Feeling Lighter Podcast, hosts Lisa and Katie interview body peace coach Nina Manolson. Nina shares how she helps women end their war with food and body to finally feel at home and at peace. The conversation explores how diet culture profits by making women feel broken, as well as alternatives like intuitive and compassionate eating. Nina explains why sustaining weight loss often fails and how to access desired feelings like confidence, sensuality, and aliveness without needing to lose weight first. Listen in as we discuss embracing your naturally changing body through different life stages, including aging, illness and disability. The episode offers thought-provoking ideas for creating a caring partnership with your body at every age.

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Episode 69 - Rethinking Food Rules with Nicole Cruz

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:15:00 -0700

Intuitive eating coach Nicole Cruz shares her diet-free approach to raising empowered eaters on this insightful episode. As a registered dietitian and parent nutrition specialist, Nicole understands both the science of food as well as the psychology around feeding kids.

Nicole explains how parents can nurture a healthy bond with food in children by leading with patience, avoiding restriction, and modeling self-care around eating. She offers tips for dealing with picky eaters, balancing food freedom with healthy habits, getting kids to enjoy mealtimes, and more.

Tune in to gain Nicole's sympathetic guidance on fostering balanced eating and positive body image in kids. Parents and non-parents alike will benefit from hearing her insights on developing a peaceful approach to food and self-care.

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Episode 68 - Nervous System Hygiene with Elisabeth Kristof

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:15:00 -0700

Learn how understanding your nervous system is key for transforming trauma, habitual behaviors, and performance. Neuroscience expert Elizabeth Kristof explains the brain-body connection, simple hacks to repattern your stress responses, and the importance of personalized nervous system care.

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Episode 67 - Meet our new co-host, Dr. Lisa Folden!

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 00:15:00 -0700

On this week's first episode of the new Feeling Lighter podcast, we're thrilled to welcome to the podcast Dr. Lisa Folden, a physical therapist and health coach who is passionately guiding people toward self-acceptance and inner wisdom in their wellness journeys.. Listen in as our hosts and Coach Tyler share their personal journeys of struggling with diet culture and finding self-acceptance. They discuss shedding limiting beliefs around worth being tied to appearance and achievements in order to embrace inner peace. Tune in as they talk about moving from self-judgment to self-love through mindset shifts and learn how valuing your inner light can set you free.

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Wed, 29 Nov 2023 00:15:00 -0700

After 20 years of saying "yes" to everyone and everything, life coach Brittny King has learned the life-changing magic of saying "no." She shares her journey of reclaiming her time and energy so she can show up as her best self instead of burning out from people pleasing and overfunctioning. Get ready to laugh and nod along as Brittny keeps it real about boundary setting, breathwork, and busting the myth that you're not "enough" unless you do all the things for all the people. The Yeses will keep coming, but so will the Nos, and Brittny will teach you to dance in the gray area between with more ease and joy.

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Episode 62 - Nutrition Secrets from a Pro: Ditching Diet Culture for Good with Andres Ayesta

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 00:15:00 -0700

Want to break free from toxic diet culture and transform your relationship with food and your body? Join Co-Hosts Katie and Tyler as they chat with sports dietician Andres Ayesta about shifting your mindset, overcoming all-or-nothing thinking, practicing self-compassion, celebrating small wins, and embracing the journey of self-improvement. Andres shares insider tips on developing sustainable healthy habits, honoring your hunger cues, finding movement that feels good, and so much more. Get ready for an enlightening and entertaining conversation about surrounding yourself with positivity, tuning out society’s unrealistic standards, and truly loving yourself at every stage. The diet gurus don’t want you to hear this, but long-term health has nothing to do with chasing numbers on a scale. It’s time to kick toxic diets to the curb and discover how to build your own personalized nutrition blueprint. Tune in now to start your journey towards food freedom!

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Episode 61 - The Movement Experts Are Here! Your Guide to Better Movement and Less Pain with Dr. James Vegher

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:15:00 -0700

Get ready to geek out over movement! Physical therapist Dr. James Vegher join Co-Hosts Dr. Lisa Folden, Katie & Tyler on this jam-packed episode. These movement experts give us a rare behind-the-scenes look at physical therapy and share their frustration with common misconceptions about exercise, injury treatment, and getting lasting results. Dr. Vegher has been changing lives with movement therapy for 30 years and provides insight into the psychological and emotional factors connected to physical pain. You’ll receive insight on new PT education models and the importance of therapists continuing to evolve. Katie asks all the key questions to help listeners find the right PT and mentally prepare for success in therapy. And you’ll get simple, daily movement tips from the pros that could change your body and improve your movement system. Whether you’re currently in pain, want to avoid future injuries, or just love learning about the body, this info-packed episode delivers an engaging mix of venting, geeking out, and expert advice. The movement masters are here to reshape your relationship with exercise and your own body!

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Episode 60 - Rejecting Diet Culture and Embracing Self-Love In Every Size with Dr. Lisa Folden

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 00:15:00 -0700

Get ready to laugh, cry, and reflect as Katie and Tyler have an inspiring conversation with physical therapist Dr. Lisa Folden about overcoming toxic diet culture, rebuilding a healthy relationship with exercise, and embracing self-love at every size.

Dr. Folden shares her vulnerable story of struggling with disordered eating and excessive exercise in pursuit of unattainable beauty standards. She reveals the turning point that led her to ditch the diets, make peace with weight gain, and help others break free from weight stigma.

You’ll learn powerful insights like:

Why chasing weight loss often leads to more weight gain
How to recognize the difference between self-love and fake external validation
Tips for letting go of unrealistic expectations about your body
The journey to intuitive movement that supports instead of punishes your body

Katie and Tyler help unpack complex topics around body image and internalized bias with compassion and nuance. Dr. Folden leaves us with a simple but profound reminder: you are more than a body.

Join this thought-provoking discussion about rejecting diet culture, nurturing self-acceptance, and living joyfully at every shape and size. You'll come away inspired to embrace the freedom of letting yourself go.

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Episode 59 - Mindset Shifts to Heal Your Relationship with Food with Amber Romaniuk

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 00:15:00 -0700

Have you ever felt out of control around food? Felt trapped in a cycle of restrictive dieting and bingeing? Amber Romaniuk has been there too. After gaining and losing 1,000 pounds, she hit rock bottom. Now Amber helps others break free. She shares her journey of healing her mindset and relationship with food. No more demonizing your inner voice or numbing emotions with food. Amber offers tools to rediscover self-love and mindfulness around what triggers you. Whether you need permission to feel through “sacred rage,” or want to tap into your inner child, Amber provides a toolkit. Her wisdom helps you cultivate awareness, stop people-pleasing, and end the cycle for good.

Katie, Tyler and Amber deliver a motivating dose of self-compassion. Learn how you can overwrite old patterns, tune into your body’s wisdom, and become the unconditional friend you need. Your freedom awaits!

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Episode 58 - Intuitive Eating and Living Fully with Diabetes

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 07:01:00 -0700

Registered dietitian Danielle Bublitz shares a thoughtful perspective on living with diabetes. She dispels common myths about diabetes being a "death sentence" caused solely by eating too many carbs. Danielle explains how an intuitive eating approach focused on self-compassion and adding nourishment can support someone with diabetes to feel more peace around food and blood sugar management. She advises not fixating on preventing diabetes through restriction, but rather nurturing overall wellbeing through mindset, relationships, sleep, hydration and movement. Danielle reminds us that diabetes doesn't have to define anyone's life. Tune in for an insightful discussion on embracing food freedom and living fully with diabetes.

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Episode 57 - From Self-Judgment to Self-Care: Examining Toxic Exercise Culture

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 07:01:00 -0700

In this episode, Katie and Dr. Lisa Folden dive deep into the nuances between toxic diet culture and toxic exercise culture. They discuss how our societal norms around exercise and movement are often rooted in aesthetics, praise, and competition rather than true self-care. Lisa shares her perspective as a physical therapist on how many popular forms of exercise can actually lead to long-term pain and dysfunction. The team urge us to examine our intentions with movement and consider how our 80-year-old selves would want us to care for our bodies. Tune in for an insightful and compassionate discussion about relating to fitness and our physical selves from a place of self-love rather than self-judgment.

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Episode 56 - Squats and Margaritas, Ditching food rules and finding Balance

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 23:27:00 -0700

Katie and Tyler are joined by special guest Dr. Lisa Folden and author of "Squats & Margaritas" Erin Washington. Erin shares her personal journey overcoming disordered eating and poor body image, leading her to found the nonprofit Blue Butterfly Foundation which provides mentorship for teen girls struggling with similar issues. The discussion focuses on breaking free of diet culture, respecting your body’s cues, balancing fitness and indulgence, and modeling positive behaviors for children. Erin emphasizes the importance of focusing on inner worth rather than seeking external validation. She advises ditching food rules and developing a neutral, balanced approach. Her philosophy of "Squats and Margaritas" resonates with the team while they hear her compassionate wisdom and practical tips for cultivating self-love and living freely.

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Episode 55 - Tuning Out Toxic Messages: A Former Athlete's Path to Self-Acceptance

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 07:01:00 -0700

Katie and Tyler have an empowering chat with Tandy, winner of their 30-day feel good challenge. She shares her lifelong body image struggles stemming from competitive gymnastics and how the challenge sparked her journey to self-love. Tandy keeps it real about the ongoing ups and downs of self-acceptance and why self-compassion is key. Katie and Tyler emphasize the need for more authentic stories like Tandy's to reshape harmful cultural beauty narratives. Tune in to hear this openhearted discussion on finding inner peace and learning to appreciate yourself! for questions and comments, email us at podcast@weshape.com

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Episode 54 - Letting Go of Diet Culture: Our Journeys to Food Freedom

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 07:01:00 -0700

In this episode Katie, Nina, and Tyler have an open conversation about their personal journeys with food and their relationships with their bodies. They discuss how societal beauty standards, dieting culture, and messages from family can impact how we see ourselves and relate to food. Each of them shares their experiences with disordered eating, restrictive diets, negative self-talk, and finding freedom through practices like intuitive eating. Ultimately, they focus on the path to food freedom and how body acceptance is an ongoing process of self-discovery, listening to your body's cues, letting go of judgment, and embracing the uniqueness of each individual’s relationship with food. Our goal at WeShape is to provide a space where people feel accepted, supported, and empowered to be the experts of their own bodies.

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Episode 53 - Breaking Free: Transforming Your Relationship with Food and Body Image

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 07:02:00 -0700

Get ready to reshape your relationship with food and body image. In this thought-provoking episode, hosts Katie and Tyler have an enlightening conversation with Lauren Cadillac, a dietitian who helps people break free from the shackles of diet culture. Lauren shares her raw, personal struggles with disordered eating and chasing diet perfectionism. You’ll be inspired hearing how she transformed her life and now guides others to true food freedom. Together, they uncover the roots of body shame and dive deep into destructive messaging around eating and exercise. Lauren explains the pitfalls of “punitive exercise” and emphasizes tuning into your body’s needs through intuitive eating. Expect paradigm shifts as you learn to embrace all of life’s contradictions—the messy highs and lows of parenting, the paradox of finding fulfillment by letting go of control. This episode will empower you to live a more expansive, liberated life. Get ready to reconsider everything you thought you knew about health and wellness. Lauren provides the missing puzzle piece to help you reshape your relationship with food, exercise, and your body.

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Episode 52 - Reprogramming Your Subconscious Mind: Getting Unstuck from Limiting Patterns

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 07:02:00 -0700

Katie and Tyler chat with Leigh Ann Lindsay, a certified Zyto specialist and Evox practitioner who helps clients identify and release subconscious blocks through biofeedback technology and somatic therapies. Leigh Ann explains how our subconscious mind controls up to 95% of our daily decisions and patterns, many of which originate in childhood. She discusses tools like meditation and journaling to soothe our nervous systems, while also solving the root causes of our stuck emotional and behavioral cycles. Katie, Tyler and Leigh Ann dive into why healing ourselves individually creates more empathy and connection in our closest relationships. Leigh Ann leaves us with the reminder that our minds and bodies are not trying to sabotage us, but rather protect us based on outdated programming. Tune in for an enlightening discussion on getting unstuck from limiting patterns through subconscious work!

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Episode 51 - Breaking Free from Diet Culture: A Survivor's Path to Food Freedom

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 07:02:00 -0700

Diet culture has most of us trapped, but what if food freedom is possible? Join Katie and Nina as they explore this concept with Victoria Klinsmann, a survivor turned advocate for women finding freedom from disordered eating. You'll learn why diets don't work long-term, the difference between emotional eating and binge eating, and how to tune into your body's intuitive wisdom to guide your food choices. Discover why Victoria believes self-love is the path to freedom from diet obsession. If you're ready to break free from the mental prison of food rules and find a healthier relationship with yourself, this episode will start you on the journey.

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Episode 50 - From Self-Doubt to Empowerment: Mindset Shifts and Transformation with Mike Millner

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 07:10:00 -0700

Coach Mike Millner opens up about what it looks like to have disordered eating as a man in our culture. Mike identifies some of the issues he faced and how he was able to flip those around and develop strategies to deal with and reframe everything. So many men suffer silently when it comes to body image expectations and it’s time that stopped!

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Episode 49 - The Barriers to Weight Loss

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 07:01:00 -0700

In this episode Nina and Katie dissect the ”barriers to weight loss” and why so many of them are complete BS, why we seek external validation, and some shocking statistics on how many diets fail and why they keep failing us. A peek inside the minds of two people how have been through weight loss cycles before learning to see what is actually important.

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Episode 48 - The Power of Mindful Movement

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 07:01:00 -0700

Join us as the team hosts Meghan Farrell Gordon, creator of Balance by Meghan, they delve into the benefits of connecting with your body through movement and how even short meditations can lead to profound emotional and psychological changes. Meghan shares her personal journey from being disinterested in wellness practices to finding a sense of peace and self-care through yoga, meditation, and intentional movement. Discover how these practices can help you build resiliency, navigate anxiety, and shape a healthier mindset. Join the conversation and empower your wellness journey today!

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Episode 47 - Intuitive Eating from a non-diet Registered Dietitian

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 07:01:00 -0700

Discover a transformative journey towards food freedom and intuitive eating in our latest episode! Join us as we dive into an enlightening conversation that challenges conventional diet culture and empowers you to embrace a healthier relationship with food and self. Jenn Baswick is a non-diet registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor, who shares her personal triumph over disordered eating habits and guides you through a path of self-discovery. Explore the profound insights that debunk misconceptions about intuitive eating, unravel the nurturing aspect of emotional eating, and inspire you to tune into your body's wisdom. Tune in now to embark on your own adventure towards balanced well-being and self-compassionate eating. Your journey to a more harmonious connection with food begins here!

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Episode 46 - The Privilege of Aging

Wed, 02 Aug 2023 07:09:00 -0700

The team chats about how bodies change and transform as you go through life, aging, having children, experiencing injuries, and everything else that happens along the way. What standards are held for our bodies by society and do those change as we age? The team discusses this and more!

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Episode 45 - Food Freedom Unveiled: Navigating Beyond Food Rules

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 07:20:00 -0700

The team hosts Colleen Christiansen, a Registered Dietitian and non-judgy educator who discusses her work on social media and educating people on overcoming food rules and disordered eating. Colleen shares her personal struggles with eating disorders and how it led her to help others. She emphasizes the importance of food freedom and intuitive eating. The conversation covers various topics, including the role of social media, the influence of food culture, and the importance of individualized approaches to nutrition. Colleen is an advocate for being present and mindful when eating and challenging harmful food rules through self-compassion and awareness.

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Episode 44 - Mending a Failing Heart

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 07:01:00 -0700

The team hosts WeShape coach Marilyn for a second time on the show as she shares her personal journey and the challenges she faced with her health and happiness. Marilyn recounts her harrowing story of almost losing her life due to a serious heart condition. Her story highlights the importance of self-advocacy and the need for women to learn to connect with themselves on a deeper level and know when to say know and put themselves first.

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Episode 43 - Toxic Exercise Culture

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 23:16:00 -0700

We talk about how toxic diet culture is on the podcast all the time! What about the things we have been fed around exercise? In this episode, we dig into slogans like, No pain, no gain, and other subconscious messages about exercise that might hurt us more than they help us! Listen now!

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Episode 42 - Food Freedom for the Whole Family

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 07:01:00 -0700

The team talks with Nicole Cruz who helps navigate food freedom through the lens of family life! Need tips on how to help your kids find balance and neutrality around eating? She can help!

Nicole Cruz, MS, RDN is a registered dietitian nutritionist, mom of three, and wife who takes an intuitive eating and non-diet approach to food. Her online practice is devoted to helping individuals and families reclaim their joy and find food freedom through one-on-one nutrition counseling and group programs. Whether you're parenting your child or re-parenting yourself, Nicole is devoted to helping you foster a healthy relationship with food.

Visit Nicole Cruz at nicolecruzrd.com

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Episode 41 - Is Social Media Reality? Unpacking what you see

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 07:01:00 -0700

Sara Puhto aka @saggysara chats with the team about true body acceptance and what it looks like to be completely authentic online. Are you ready to ditch the airbrushed media you consume and realize that “social media isn’t reality”? Because Sara is living proof that being yourself is SO worthwhile!

Sara Puhto is a queer body acceptance content creator. She posts photos to assist others in unlearning societal standards regarding different body aspects and overcoming their body insecurities by showing how bodies look different from being relaxed vs posed, and posting about different body aspects such as body hair, cellulite, scars, stretch marks etc. with the goal of normalising these.

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Episode 40 - How do we measure health? With Chris Kresser

Wed, 21 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0700

When we think about how we measure health it’s always in numbers and bar graphs, and labs…But what about joy? What about sunshine? What about time with family and friends? Are these metrics important when it comes to overall wellness? We talk with renowned integrative medicine practitioner Chris Kresser about why they are SO important and how to make sure to prioritize these things to increase your wellbeing!

Chris Kresser, M.S., L.Ac., is a globally-renowned expert, clinician, and educator in the fields of Functional Medicine and ancestral health and the New York Times bestselling author of The Paleo Cure and Unconventional Medicine. He was named one of the 100 most influential people in health and fitness by http://Greatist.com and has appeared as a featured guest on Dr. Oz, Time, The Atlantic, NPR, Fox & Friends, and other national media outlets. Chris recently launched Adapt Naturals, a supplement line designed to add back in what the modern world has crowded out and help people feel and perform their best.

Chris co-founded and co-directed the California Center for Functional Medicine, one of the largest Functional Medicine clinics on the west coast. Throughout his 15-year career he has helped hundreds of patients reverse chronic disease and recover their health and vitality.

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Episode 39 - Tapping into your body's needs and messages

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0700

The crew shares the strategies that have worked for them to listen to what their body needs and being aware of how they are feeling. Everyone is unique and different tricks work for different people, listen and learn some tips to try out yourself.

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Episode 38 - Is Dieting like dating? With Toni Marinucci

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0700

Toni Marinucci is a Registered Dietician and owner of tips with Toni. Who Ironically teaches people how NOT to diet. Her team of RD’s provide online nutrition coaching to help women break free from the all or nothing mindset and encourage balance instead! Ton’s mission is to ens restrictive diet culture by providing simple tips to healthy living while incorporating foods you LOVE! She recently gave a tedX talk and wrote a #1 bestselling book titles “Once upon a Diet” where she discusses the parallels between. dieting, dating, and romantic relationships and how we treat them the same.

Join the WeShape crew and learn the answers to:

How is dieting like dating?

What is the difference between disordered eating and eating disorders?

How can we define our eating archetype?

For questions and comments email us at podcast@weshape.com

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Episode 37 - Why WeShape believes in Intentions

Wed, 31 May 2023 17:15:00 -0700

What are intentions, where do they come from, what is setting an intention, and how do you even do that? The WeShape crew explains why intentions are important pieces to guiding our lives and how they’re absent from a lot of fitness and exercise programs and methodology.

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Episode 36 - Examining our Beliefs on Food, Health, and Weight Loss

Wed, 24 May 2023 07:01:00 -0700

Katie, Tyler, and Nina interview Wendi Francis MS, RD, CPC who is a pioneer in her field, forging the way for others to find freedom from their food. For the last three decades, the fundamentals of her work have moved clients into uncovering, overcoming, and changing their relationship with their food, their body, their weight and themselves.

Whether she is working with a college student or a group of executive women, Wendi’s focus lies in turning fears into freedom. Her multi-faceted strategies move clients from reaction to action by focusing on the WHY they do things as well as the how. Wendi is a registered dietitian with a graduate degree in counseling and nutrition education. She has extensive expertise and training in eating disorders and trauma and is certified in life coaching, strategic business coaching, neuro-linguistics, somatic experiencing, and grief coaching.

Wendi has worked in her own private practice for the past thirty years, working with hundreds of clients, and has owned 4 multifaceted successful businesses. She is a recognized speaker, best-selling author, podcast personality, and facilitative entrepreneur. Wendi’s love and passion focuses on the whole individual providing her varied expertise and training to impart tremendous benefit to both professionals and patients using multiple modalities to create lasting change in thoughts, language, physiology and behaviors. Personally, Wendi loves finding time for yoga, self -growth, community and friendship connections and spending time with her three amazing children.

Join us for this conversation which tackles everything from:

Eating disorders
Self worth
Beliefs and food and exercise
Diets
What it means to be healthy

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Episode 35 - Why WeShape Believes in Beliefs

Wed, 17 May 2023 07:01:00 -0700

How do our beliefs shape our reality? Are the things we believe true?

The crew discusses how to shift a strongly held belief that isn’t serving you.

and hold on to beliefs that other people might not share.

for questions and comments, email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 34 - Why WeShape Believes in Community

Wed, 10 May 2023 07:01:00 -0700

Community is an element that is the heart of WeShape. Community holds us, gives us support, and offers an opportunity to connect, even through small interactions with those around us, while learning from and motivating each other. WeShape believes in community because we all need to connect and believe in one another.

For questions & comments email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 33 - WeShape Feel Good Challenge Winner Dee

Wed, 03 May 2023 07:01:00 -0700

The crew interviews Dee who won the WeShape 30 day feel good challenge and hear her experience with fitness, past challenges and what clicked for her to start feeling good in and about her body.

For questions and comments, email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 32 - Examining racial structures in the fitness and weight loss industries

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 07:01:00 -0700

The crew has an in-depth conversation about race and how it affects the diet and fitness industries with Dr. Hortencia Jiménez Ph.D. a Sociology professor from Hartnell College in California. Dr. Jiménez speaks about systemic oppression, body image, cultural foods, and brings her perspective as an immigrant woman of color. for questions and comments, email us at podcast@weshape.com

Why WeShape Believes in Movement

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 17:47:00 -0700

Movement is at the core of what we do at WeShape and its the foundation of how you get around in the world. It's so important that you move correctly and in a way that makes you feel good in your body. We believe that everyone is capable of doing this but that traditional ways of teaching movement in traditional fitness and exercise programs are falling short of what all of us really need.

For questions & comments email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 30 - Intuitive Eating, Healthy Body and Mind

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 07:01:00 -0700

The team interviews Saskia Carr an intuitive eating and body image mindfulness coach who shares how she helps women start eating without guit & shame and relate to food in a whole new way. What is caught and what is taught when it comes to eating and eating healthy and intuitively.

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Episode 29 - Facing our Fears and Phobias

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 07:01:00 -0700

The crew discusses what fear or phobia really sets them off into spirals of anxiety. Katie recounts a recent experience that really impacted her as they get really personal and vulnerable while exploring the intricacies of fear and trauma.

For questions and comments please email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 28 - Finding Fulfillment Outside of Body Image

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 07:01:00 -0700

The crew chats with guest Leigh Healey an ex bikini pageant competitor who shares her journey of filling the emptiness by finding meaning beyond body image.

For questions and comments email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 27 - The Real Goal of Moving your Body

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 18:08:00 -0700

The crew discusses movement and what the real of moving your body is. What is good movement and why and how should you move your body.

For questions and comments, email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 26 - Radical Recovery with Victoria Kleinsman

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 08:01:00 -0700

The crew hears from Victoria who shares her story of 20 years of eating disorders and trauma and how she was able to survive, recover, and thrive. Victoria is a food freedom and body love coach, an inspirational speaker, podcast host and a writer. She's here to show you how to find food freedom, become besties with your body, and most importantly, fall in love with yourself.

***Trigger Warning: Rape, physical and emotional abuse***

For questions and comments email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 25 - Unravelling Eating Disorders with Natalie Rose

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 08:01:00 -0700

The crew interviews Natalie Rose a psychotherapist who specializes in treating eating disorders and disordered eating. She works primarily with adolescents and adults using a bio psychosocial approach to address emotion regulation, disordered eating, chronic dieting, negative body image and self-esteem, and eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and orthorexia. Natalie also provides intuitive eating and emotion coaching to individuals worldwide. For questions and comments, email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 24 - Intuitive Eating Journey

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 08:01:00 -0700

Learn how to eat intuitively with Natasha Ngindi who shares her own story from growing up in South Africa to discovering different cultural norms around weight and body image in Canada. Natasha shares how she became an intuitive eater and a nutritionish and founded the ThicK Nutritionist brand. Is intuitive eating a diet, or an anti-diet? The crew explores these questions and more.

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Episode 23 - Surviving and Thriving - Discovering the True Self

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 08:01:00 -0700

Special guest Heather Chauvin dicusses her journey of surviving, finding her true self, and thriving. How does a single mom with cancer push off the weight of their beliefs and find health and happiness? How do our beliefs create our identity? The crew investigates these stories and more!

For questions and comments, email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 22 - Breaking up with diet culture with Dr. Folden

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 08:01:00 -0700

Breaking up with diet culture isn't easy, it takes time and it not easy. We don't even realize all the harmful things we say to people that are actually promoting a toxic diet culture. Dr Folden tells us how she coaches people on how to unlearn diet culture and examine their history with it. Dr. Folden is a certified behavior team specialist, health coach and an owner of Healthy Fit Physical Therapy.

for questions and comments please email us at: podcast@weshape.com

Episode 21 - Examining our Belief structures

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 08:01:00 -0700

How do belief strutures create your life experience? Can you change your perspective on events in your life by changing your beliefs? The crew discusses this and more during this week's episode centering around beliefs. Katie also shares 3 of her favorite books that dive into our beliefs, join us to find out which ones she loves!

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Episode 20 - The Importance of Community

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 08:01:00 -0700

Have you thought about what role community plays in your life? The crew discusses how community has helped them and what role it plays for our members at WeShape. Sometimes its important to just be heard and also to listen to others. Also stay tuned for the special WeShape challenge word!

for questions and comments email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 19 - Body Image and disordered eating with Dr Dowset

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 08:01:00 -0700

The crew has a discussion with Dr Sara Dowset about the psychology around disordered eating and body image. What does diet culture do to perpetuate disordered eating and who is it harming the most? Hear about Dr. Dowset's own journey and relationship with diets as the WeShape team navigates these hard topics together.

For questions and comments please email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 18 - Foundations of Movement with Dr. James Vegher

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 20:01:00 -0700

The crew has a discussion with Dr. James Vegher around his work as a physical therapist and the foundations of human motion and movement. Dr. James Vegher is a doctor of physical therapy with over 20 years of exerpeience.

for questions and comments please email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 17 - Rewiring your nervous system

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 08:01:00 -0700

The crew interviews Dr. Peg Capers of Evolve Wellness who practices network spinal. Dr. Peg discusses how our bodies have been wired to react in certain ways and how we can deconstruct and rewire them to feel and act differently. for questions and comments please email us at podcast @weshape.wellness

Episode 16 - Creating Wellness, An interview with Katie Wells

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 08:01:00 -0700

Katie and Tyler interview Katie Wells also known as the Wellness Mama and explore her journey dealing with medical issues and raising children and how she found the root of her problems and used that source to help others grow.

for questions and comments please email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 15 - Mom Emerging Strong

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 08:01:00 -0700

the Crew chats with Emily from Mom Emerging Strong about prepartum and postpartum health and movement and the challenges of birth on the body, how its addressed in society, and what we can do to improve it. For questions and comments please email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 14 - Trends in fitness, Interview with a personal trainer

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 08:01:00 -0700

The crew interviews Kelvin a personal trainer with over 25 years of experience in the industry to understand the trends and motivations he has seen over the last few decades. for questions and comments please emails us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 13 - Boundaries and Self Care during the holidays

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 08:01:00 -0700

The Crew discusses how set set boundaries with those around you and the importance of doing so and also explores what self care does and doesn't look like in this episode that will help you navigate the holiday season.

For questions and comments please emails us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 12 - Feel good Challenge Winner

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 08:01:00 -0700

The crew interviews the WeShape feel better challenge winner Sarah who participated in the challenge and experienced a remarkable transformation and is now inspiring others to help them feel good in their bodies.

for questions and comments please email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 11 - Examining Our Intentions

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 17:06:00 -0700

Theh crew talks about how important being aware of what our intentions are when we make decisions and taking the time to pause and analyze why we’re making a decision and thinking about whether that aligns with our intentions or not.

for questions and comments please email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 10 - Interview with Coach Marilyn

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 08:01:00 -0700

The crew interviews coach Marilyn from WeShape and delves into self advocacy and the complex topic of plastic and reconstructive surgery.

This is a long one, so hang around and enjoy!

for questions and comments please email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 9 - Living the struggle against weight loss diets

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 07:01:00 -0700

Katie dives into the struggle that is trying to start a health and fitness company that isn't about weightloss. The crew offer their unique persepective on the weight loss industry, how they're trying to do something different, and the systemic roadblocks that are everyday challenges they face on trying to shift the paradigm.

For questions and comments please email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 8 - Gianna

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 07:01:00 -0700

The crew interviews highschool Senior, crossfit athelete and eating disorder survivor Gianna.

For questions and comments please email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 7 - Showing up for yourself

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 07:01:00 -0700

The crew discusses how to show up for yourself and the uphill battle of starting a fitness business not rooted in shame or weight loss. for questions or comments email us at: podcast@weshape.com

Episode 6 - Rebecca Hazelton Interview

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 07:01:00 -0700

The crew interviews certified nutritionist and published author Rebecca Hazelton to hear about how she helps people feel good in their bodies and live their fullest life. Hear Rebecca share what she thinks we need to reframe about health and weight.

For questions and comments please email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 5

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 10:00:00 -0700

Interview with WeShape team member Kayson, where they delve into her story with the toxic weight loss industry and how her experience of her mother working for a weight loss company affected her whole life.

For questions and comments please email us at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 4

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 10:10:00 -0700

The crew discusses Intention and how it holds a lot of meaning and value. They also discuss creating space to check in with your intention and be aware of the conditioning and patterning you have been taught.

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Episode 3

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 16:45:00 -0700

The crew wants to get real and show up as themselves so they get wild and roast Tyler and delve into the importance of the "Self" how to discover the self, if it's a constant discovery and how you can show up for yourself and care for and help create it.

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Episode 2

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 11:00:39 -0700

In this free form discussion, Katie, Nina, and Tyler discuss the dynamics around what we wear and how that self expression can be used against us. They'll examine how they have been affected by and participated in this system. The gang also discusses how toxic body image culture manifests in fashion and the choices parents make in reinforcing or breaking the toxic cycle.

Send us your questions and comments at podcast@weshape.com

Episode 1 - We need to talk about the fitness and weight loss industries

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 18:14:42 -0700

Katie, Tyler, and Nina share their experiences and stories with toxic weight loss in society and have an open discussion where they are seeking to learn more about its far reaching effects.

Send us your questions and comments at podcast@weshape.com