"Unlocking Your Potential: Embracing Authentic Leadership" Discover the transformative power of authentic leadership by unlocking your true potential. In this video, I share actionable insights and proven techniques to help you tap into your unique strengths, lead with authenticity, and inspire others to do the same. Let's create a ripple effect of positive change ..read more

Summary Tracy Desjardins, a holistic health coach, shares her personal journey with disordered eating and how she overcame it. She discusses the impact of restrictive dieting and the development of binge eating disorder. Tracy emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, connecting with one's values, and attuning to real needs in order to find freedom with food and body. She also highlights the need to remove fear and guilt around food and to focus on sustainable and enjoyable eating habits. Tracy's book, 'The Diet Free Diva,' offers five steps to freedom with food, body, and self. Takeaways ..read more

SummaryIn this conversation, Heather interviews Libby Supan, a food and body specialist and certified intuitive eating counselor, about her personal journey of recovering from an eating disorder. Libby shares how her eating disorder started in high school and escalated when she moved away to college. She discusses the challenges she faced, including the fear of weight gain and the cycle of restriction and binge eating. Libby also explains the concept of atypical anorexia and the gaslighting she experienced from doctors. She introduces the concept of intuitive eating and emphasizes the importan ..read more

Summary Anne Poirier, an intuitive eating counselor and author, shares her journey of recovering from an eating disorder and finding body acceptance. She emphasizes the importance of curating social media feeds to avoid triggering negative body image and self-esteem issues. Anne discusses the need to break the cycle of body shaming and diet culture for future generations. She also highlights the significance of feeling and validating emotions as part of the healing process. Anne has written two books, 'The Body Joyful: My Journey from Self-Loathing to Self-Acceptance' and 'I'm Not a Fat Annie ..read more

Summary Holly Baxter, a nutritionist and former bodybuilder, shares her journey of overcoming eating disorders and finding self-acceptance. She discusses the importance of self-compassion, therapy, and spirituality in her recovery. Holly emphasizes the benefits of resistance training and movement for mental and physical health. She also addresses the fear of weight gain and provides insights into the various factors that can influence scale weight. Holly encourages individuals to focus on overall well-being rather than solely on aesthetics. Takeaways Overcoming eating disorders requires self-c ..read more

Summary Lucy of LV Recovery shares her personal journey of overcoming an eating disorder and becoming a recovery coach. She emphasizes the importance of finding your own path to recovery and not comparing yourself to others. Lucy discusses the challenges of body dysmorphia and the impact of the eating disorder on relationships. She also highlights the need for love and support from family and loved ones during the recovery process. In this conversation, Lucy and Heather discuss the physical challenges of recovery from an eating disorder. They talk about the symptoms of edema, including swelli ..read more

Summary Heather shares her experience of being rushed to the hospital due to critically high potassium levels. She talks about the process of getting admitted and receiving treatment, including multiple attempts to insert an IV. Heather emphasizes the importance of reaching out for help and not feeling ashamed or alone in battling eating disorders or addiction. She encourages listeners to find their support system and be honest with themselves. Heather also mentions the impact of music therapy and recommends listening to Jelly Roll. She concludes by expressing her determination to keep fightin ..read more

Summary Heather shares her experience of being hospitalized due to low potassium levels and high carbon dioxide levels in her blood. She recounts the panic and confusion she felt when she received the urgent call from her doctor's office and rushed to the ER. Heather describes the challenges she faced in getting the necessary medical attention and the emotional toll it took on her. Despite her fears of being admitted to the psychiatric ward, she advocates for herself and explains her eating disorder recovery journey to the medical staff. Heather eventually gets the potassium infusion and is a ..read more

Summary Gina Perin shares her journey of overcoming personal struggles and finding her purpose in health and wellness. She discusses the impact of her brother's suicide on her life and the guilt she carried. Gina emphasizes the importance of seeking help and finding healthy coping mechanisms. She highlights the significance of small changes and the time it takes to create positive habits. Gina also reflects on the negative effects of social media and the pressure to compare oneself to others. In this conversation, Gina Perin and Heather discuss the importance of limiting comparison and embrac ..read more

Summary The conversation between Heather and Emily explores the challenges of comparison and body image issues, particularly in the context of social media. Emily shares her personal journey of overcoming anorexia and finding a healthier mindset. They discuss the importance of awareness, taking ownership of one's thoughts and actions, and making small, sustainable changes. They also emphasize the need for support and the power of reframing negative thoughts. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of self-acceptance and the ongoing process of personal growth. In this conversation ..read more