Stress eating feels automatic. One minute you are stressed, the next you are staring at an empty bag wondering how you got there. In this episode we talk about why that happens, what your brain is actually trying to do, and why willpower never solves it. We also break down how to interrupt the loop, get to the real source of the stress, and build a simple “but first” action that helps you get out of the cycle without white knuckling anything. * Tried every diet out there and nothing s...

Something’s felt off lately, hasn’t it? You’re dragging through the day, craving anything that’ll give you a hit of energy. You can’t tell if you’re tired, hungry, or just over it all. The days are darker, your drive’s fading, and that voice in your head keeps asking, “What’s wrong with me?” Nothing’s wrong with you. But something is happening. In this episode, we break down what’s really behind the cravings, the low energy, and the fog that creeps in this time of year, and how to use it to ...

Ever catch yourself saying you’ll start later? After Halloween. After Thanksgiving. After the holidays. It sounds reasonable. Like you’re planning. But really, it’s just fear wearing a calendar. This week, we’re talking about why we wait, what’s really hiding behind “I’ll start later,” and how to get out of that loop with small steps that actually build momentum. Because nothing changes when the date changes. It changes when you do. * Tried every diet out there and nothing sticks? Imag...

Ever catch yourself thinking about food even when you’re not hungry? That’s food noise. The mental loop that keeps running in the background when you’re stressed, bored, or avoiding something else. In this episode, we talk about what food noise really is, why it shows up, and the four steps to quiet it for good. It’s not about more willpower or stricter rules. It’s about understanding what that noise is actually trying to tell you. * Tried every diet out there and nothing sticks? ...

We all mess up sometimes. We skip the workout. We eat the thing we said we wouldn’t. We slip up and tell ourselves we blew it. But those moments, the ones that sting, that’s where the real change starts. In this week’s conversation, we're talking about why it’s not the mistake that matters, it’s what you do next. Because when things don’t go as planned, that’s when the magic really happens. So if you’ve had one of those days where everything goes sideways, this one’s for you. * Tried ever...

From where you’re standing, your goal might look impossible. Too far. Too much. But the only way forward is one buoy at a time. First one. Then the next. Then the next. That is how hard things become doable when you break them down small enough. It works with swimming across open water. It works with changing your health. It works with any goal that feels overwhelming. Not all at once. Not in some heroic leap. Just buoy by buoy. Step by step. And that is what we are talking about this w...

Feedback hurts. Heck, it stings. But that sting is usually the very thing pointing us toward growth. In this conversation, we're talking abut the difference between hearing what you want versus what you actually need. It’s a difference that shows up everywhere: in families, in parenting, in coaching, and in accountability. You’ll hear why honest feedback always feels uncomfortable (at first), why that discomfort is actually the sign it’s working, and how to stop seeing accountability ...

Why do we sabotage ourselves right when we start losing weight? It’s not failure you’re afraid of. It’s what happens if you actually succeed. That’s when your brain kicks in with excuses, slips, and “I’ll start again Monday.” Not because you don’t want it… but because success can feel just as scary as failure. In this episode, we break down why sabotage shows up, how to spot it, and what to do when you hit that “upper limit.” * Tried every diet out there and nothing sticks? Imagine havin...

Sometimes life hands you a cactus. And instead of just holding it… we sit right on it. We replay the moment. We stew in the frustration. We keep fighting what already happened — and all it does is make us suffer more. But here’s the truth: You don’t have to love what happened. You don’t even have to like it. But the sooner you stop fighting reality, the sooner you get your power back. In this episode, we’re talking about why holding onto things keeps you stuck, how to shift into “ready to...

Frustration gets a bad rap. And most people see frustration as failure. But what if that messy, uncomfortable feeling is actually proof you are on the right track? When you're changing your habits, whether it is sticking to your diet, getting workouts in, or simply building better routines, it is supposed to feel clunky at first. That is practice. And practice is where real change happens. In this episode, we break down why frustration is actually a sign of progress, and how to refra...

Some habits just happen. You don’t think about them. You don’t plan them. They just… show up. It's the fries with the burger. The dessert after dinner. The wine before you even sit down. And when something becomes that automatic, it feels like it’s just part of who you are. Almost like the habit is in control. But what happens if you try skipping it—even just once? In this episode, we talk about the kind of quiet habits that stall progress with your health or weight loss goals, without yo...

Most people sit around waiting to feel motivated. Waiting for the “right time” to start. But the truth is, momentum doesn’t show up first. You build it by doing, even if it’s messy or uncomfortable. This episode is all about how to shift from overthinking to action. Why tiny steps work. And how to feel better by moving, not waiting. * Tried every diet out there and nothing sticks? Imagine having a coach checking in on you EVERY day—keeping you on track and adapting your plan to whatever l...

Everyone’s talking about protein like it’s the secret to weight loss. But what if all that tracking, counting, and force-feeding is actually backfiring? In this episode, we dig into why obsessing over protein might be leading you to overeat—and what to do instead if you want to make progress without losing your mind. * Tried every diet out there and nothing sticks? Imagine having a coach checking in on you EVERY day—keeping you on track and adapting your plan to whatever life throws your w...

Most people think their only options are to eat perfectly and lose weight, or enjoy life and lose all their progress. But that all-or-nothing thinking? It’s a slippery slope. So we're breaking down what it actually looks like to eat flexibly, manage portions in real life, and still make progress toward your goals. You’ll learn about the Two Week Test, setting a pre-meal intention, simple ways to slow down during meals, and smart tactics that help you feel in control, even when you’re ...

Most people treat summer like a pause button. If they can’t eat exactly what they planned… If they can’t make their usual workout… They do nothing. But that all-or-nothing mindset? It’s a trap. The truth is, real consistency isn’t about perfection. It’s about flexibility. This video breaks down how to stay in the game—even when the game changes. How to use your health, not put it on hold. Because summer isn’t a break from your goals. It’s the reason for them. * Tried every diet out ...

Ever feel like you’re doing okay… until your own thoughts start tearing you down? That quiet voice in your head that takes something small—like having a cookie—and turns it into “I always screw this up”? That’s not the truth. That’s the trap. This episode is all about the judgment we turn on ourselves, how it keeps us stuck, and what it actually takes to feel better—without the drama, without guilt, and without chasing perfection. If you’ve ever felt like you’re on the sidelines of your ow...

Mornings feel easy. You’ve got a plan, you’re motivated, and everything feels possible. But by the time nighttime hits? It’s a whole different story. That’s when the cravings show up. The snacking. The “what happened to my willpower?” moments. So we're talking about what to do when that happens. About real-world, practical tactics you can use to make nighttime eating less of a struggle—starting tonight. Because you don’t need to fight harder. You just need a better approach. Pick one str...

Most people try to muscle their way through cravings. They think, “If I can just be strong… if I can just make it through tonight.” But willpower runs out. And when it does, you're right back where you started. That’s why we’re digging into a different approach—one that gets to the root of why cravings keep showing up in the first place. Because when you stop trying to resist and start trying to understand, everything begins to shift. This isn’t just about food. It’s about what the food all...

Most people don’t struggle to lose weight. They struggle to maintain it. Because somewhere along the way, the focus turns to speed—how fast can I drop the weight, how aggressive can I go—and not whether any of it’s sustainable. But that’s the thing. If the way you lose weight isn’t sustainable, the weight loss won’t be either. The real challenge is figuring out how to maintain weight loss without white-knuckling it through the rest of your life. That’s what we’re digging into here: what sus...

The difference between people who stick with weight loss and those who quit? It comes down to these 3 hard truths. They’re not sexy. They’re not fast. And they’re definitely not the kinds of things you’ll hear in most weight loss advice. But they’re the exact things our most successful clients learn to accept—and they change everything. If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck, frustrated, or falling off track, these hard truths will help you stop fighting the process and start owning it. Inst...