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Explaining Why You Can Know WHAT To Do and Not Do It

How many times have you thought to yourself “I know WHAT to do to lose weight, I just have a hard time actually doing it.”? That question used to drive me crazy. I mean how many diet books and weight loss programs does it take to learn the WHAT to do to lose weight? 
You’re great at learning. You can probably recite the steps and the macros and the points by heart. 
And yet, when it comes to implementation, when the rubber meets the road on consistency….why is it so hard to do it? 
That is exactly what we’re talking about today. 
We’re not covering the surface stuff today. We're not talking about tactics or strategies.
We’re going deeper. Deep into the recesses of your brain. We're talking about the nervous system of weight loss success. 
I'll be honest. You can know all the tactics and all the strategies and still not lose weight. And that’s because you haven’t created a mental environment for your nervous system to LET you implement all those things you “know” to do. 
In this episode, we’ll cover: 
how your brain is wired for safety
how stress hijacks your decision-making
and how to get all three parts of your brain on the same team…
as well as how to stop fighting yourself and finally start working with your wiring.
So, are you ready to silence the self-sabotage, break free from burnout, and finally figure out how to implement the actions that lead to success? 
Let’s go! 
 
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BOOK: You Are A Miracle 

How To Stop Losing and Gaining the Same 5 Pounds

Have you ever stepped on the scale, seen the number go down, and thought, “Woohoo! I earned this!” …only to eat a little more, step back on the scale, and wonder, “Wait, what just happened?”
Or maybe you’ve asked yourself: How do I actually know when I’ve had enough food? And why is it so easy to overshoot and end up feeling too full?
If these thoughts sound familiar, you’re not alone. Today, we’re unpacking why it’s so hard to break free from diet mentality, even when you think you already have. 
We’ll cover the subtle but game-changing difference between “full” and “enough,” and how to use your body’s hunger signals as a guide to losing weight without obsession, as well as how to build a new normal around food that feels sustainable.
So, are you ready to get curious and learn how to listen to your body instead of the scale? Let’s dive in!
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BOOK: You Are A Miracle 
 

It’s Not a Crime to Want Ice Cream - Emotional Eating 4

Have you ever found yourself standing in front of the freezer, staring at the ice cream, and suddenly it’s like you’ve got a whole debate team in your head? One voice whispers, “Ooh, ice cream sounds perfect. I deserve it.” Another snaps, “You don’t need it. Walk away.” Then out of nowhere, a third one yells, “What is wrong with me?”
It’s like a multiple personality breakdown.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re on trial for craving comfort food, you’re not alone. And I am so glad you’re here. This is the grand finale of our four-part series on emotional eating. Over the last three episodes, we’ve uncovered why emotional eating happens, how to spot your triggers, and how to build a toolbox with new ways to care for yourself—beyond just food.
Today, we’re going to drop the gavel on judgment, look at what you actually gain by stepping out of old patterns, and finally, bring it all together with real, lasting mindset shifts.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
Why wanting comfort isn’t a crime (even if diet culture says otherwise)
How to let go of food shame and see cravings as choices
What it really costs to stay stuck—and what you stand to gain by changing
How to use discomfort to build strength, not just willpower
And, as always, simple ways to keep moving forward, even when it’s tough
So, are you ready to go beyond willpower and finally give yourself some real support? Let’s go!
 
https://confidentbody.coach/tips/
BOOK: You Are A Miracle

How to Crack the Snack Code - Emotional Eating 3

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I know what’s happening! I know I’m eating for comfort, but I can’t seem to stop reaching for food when I’m overwhelmed, bored, or just plain done with the day?” You’re not alone, and honestly, you’re making real progress just by noticing.
If you’ve been following along with our series on emotional eating, you’ve already learned so much. In episode one, we broke down what emotional eating is and why your brain loves to use food for comfort. In episode two, we unpacked triggers and why you end up in the pantry, even when you “know better.” Today, we’re cranking it up a notch. We’re on a mission to decode those cravings and figure out what you’re really hungry for.
By the end of this episode, you’ll have your own “Snack Codebreaker” kit. You’ll know how to spot your thoughts, name your feelings, and get to the real need behind every urge. And yes, we’re going full secret agent today, so get ready for a little fun. Because why should weight loss be boring?
So, are you ready to go beyond willpower and finally give yourself some real support? Let’s go!

Why You Keep Ending Up in the Pantry - Emotional Eating Pt 2

Have you ever found yourself with your hand in the cereal box, thinking, “How did I even get here?” Oh yes, we’re going there. Welcome back to our four-part series on emotional eating. If you missed last episode, we dug into what emotional eating really is, why it’s not just about willpower, and why your brain is actually doing its job—even when you feel like you’re sabotaging yourself.
This is episode two of our four-part series on emotional eating, and we’re answering the million-dollar question: Why do you keep ending up in the pantry? Even when you know exactly what’s happening? 
It’s time to tackle the sneaky little moments that pull you toward snacks before you even realize what’s happening. We’re talking about triggers—those cues that set the whole craving train in motion. This episode is all about learning to spot them, name them, and finally take your power back.
So,  are you ready to trade frustration for awareness, and snack-attacks for real choice?
Lets go! 
 
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BOOK: You Are A Miracle 

Why Am I Eating When I’m Not Even Hungry? Emotional Eating Pt 1

Have you ever found yourself in the pantry, not because you’re hungry, but because something inside just feels off and food feels like the best solution? Or maybe you’ve stared down a bag of chips after a tough day and wondered, “Why can’t I just stop?” 
If that’s ever happened to you, then you are absolutely not alone. In fact, you’re in the perfect place, because today we’re launching a four-part series on emotional eating That’s right, we’re going deep on why you reach for snacks when you’re not hungry, what’s really going on in your brain, and how you can finally change the pattern, without beating yourself up.
Over the next four episodes, we’ll cover:
Why emotional eating feels so powerful and automatic
How to spot and understand your personal triggers
New tools to comfort yourself that don’t revolve around food
And how to handle setbacks and bounce back stronger
Today, we’re starting with the truth about emotional eating, why it happens, and why you keep getting stuck—even when you know what to do.
So, are you ready to dive deep into emotional eating, decode your cravings, and start feeling a little more in control of your choices?
Aw yeah!
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BOOK: You Are A Miracle 

Does Feeling Your Feelings Freak You Out?

Have you ever felt like your emotions were just too much—too big, too heavy, too uncomfortable to sit with—so you ended up reaching for food instead of facing them?
And somehow you find yourself elbow-deep in a bag of chips or three scoops into the ice cream carton before you even realize what you're feeling? Like something was bugging you… but you couldn't name it. You just knew you needed to eat something to make it go away?
Why does it feel so scary to feel your feelings… and what would actually happen if you stopped trying to fix or stuff them?
In today’s episode, we’ll cover:
Why emotional discomfort makes us run (straight into the snack drawer)
Why feelings feel scary (especially when weight loss is your goal
How pushing feelings away with food doesn’t protect you—it traps you
How to safely sit with big feelings without getting overwhelmed 
A step-by-step tool to help you feel instead of fix. (I promise it’s not scary, doesn’t delve up your past, and it takes less than 2 minutes.)
So if you're ready to stop stuffing, start listening, and surf the waves of emotion without wiping out, then let’s go!
https://confidentbody.coach/tips/
BOOK: You Are A Miracle 

How People Pleasing Sabotages Your Weight Loss

Have you ever said yes when you really wanted to say no, just to avoid disappointing someone? Have you ever ended up cleaning the kitchen at 10 p.m. while eating cookies over the sink, because you were running on empty from managing everyone else’s needs all day?
Why does it feel so hard to speak up for yourself, set a boundary, or just take a moment to breathe, without guilt tagging along like a shadow?
If you’ve ever felt like you have to be the glue, the fixer, the helper, the one who keeps it all together, this episode is for you.
Today we’re talking about people pleasing. We’ll cover:
why your brain is wired to keep the peace,
how guilt, expectations, and resentment hijack your energy and your eating habits,
and how to shift from over-functioning to empowered, clear choices that support your goals and your well-being.
 
So, are you ready to unpack people pleasing, poke around in your emotional pantry, and find out how to nourish your needs before you reach for the snack drawer? Let’s do it.
https://confidentbody.coach/tips/
BOOK: You Are A Miracle 

This is gonna take FOREVER!

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “Ugh… this is going to take forever”?
Maybe it was after stepping on the scale and seeing no change—again. Maybe it was that moment when you realized how far you feel from where you want to be. Maybe it was when you just wanted to feel comfortable in your jeans… and the button still tugged.
And then that thought hits: It’s just too much. It’s going to take too long.
Why does it feel like everything worthwhile takes too long—and why does that one little thought carry so much power that it stops us before we’ve even get a chance to gain momentum?
In today’s episode, we’re peeling back the layers of the “It’ll take too long” story. You’ll learn:
Why your brain naturally resists slow progress ( that’s normal!)
How impatience is sneakier than you think, and how it sabotages you
What to do instead, so you can actually start feeling good as you go
So if you’re tired of rushing, quitting, and starting over… and you’re ready to quiet the tick tock of your inner countdown timer and build a life that lasts—let’s dive in.
https://confidentbody.coach/tips/
BOOK: You Are A Miracle 

Listen Again: The Tyranny of the Shoulds

Have you ever found yourself trapped in the endless cycle of "shoulds"? You know, those nagging thoughts that tell you what you should be doing, how you should look, and who you should be? It's like having a not-so-helpful, naggy backseat driver living in your head, right?
But does listening to those "shoulds" actually get you anywhere? Or do they just slow you down, leaving you feeling guilty and stuck?
In today's episode, we're diving headfirst into the murky waters of those "shoulds" swimming around in your head. We'll explore why we're so afraid of trying and failing, and how we can start to break free from the guilt they bring.
Today we’re gonna uncover the secrets to noticing and depersonalizing those "should" thoughts, and learn how to question them like a pro - or even - a hero. Plus, we'll sprinkle in some wisdom from voices you respect, helping you see those "shoulds" in a whole new light.
So, are you ready to shake off the shackles of the shoulds and choose your own path forward? 
Aw yeah! Let’s go!