In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya open up about their struggles with portion control before and after bariatric surgery. They share how emotional eating led them to overconsume food, often feeling defensive when others commented on their portions. They discuss the challenges of hiding their eating habits and not recognizing fullness, which contributed to their weight struggles. They reveal the steps they took to regain control, from identifying binge eating patterns to gradually cutting out fast food, juice, and soda. Teresa and Tonya also emphasize the importance of hea ..read more

In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya share essential tips on how to dress for every stage of your weight loss journey. Whether you're just starting, actively losing weight, or maintaining your results, they offer practical advice to help you feel confident and stylish as your body changes. They discuss the struggles of dressing while morbidly obese, including limited fashion options and shopping in the men’s section. They offer practical tips on choosing clothes that flatter your changing body, navigating fitting rooms with confidence, and avoiding overspending on clothes t ..read more

In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya dive into the powerful transformations they've experienced through their weight loss journeys, focusing on how their hair and makeup routines have evolved. Tonya shares her journey with trichotillomania, hair loss, and the effects of weight-loss surgery on her hair, and how discovering hair toppers helped her regain confidence. Teresa shares how her own weight loss journey led her to embrace new hair care practices, cutting her hair differently, and adopting new beauty routines. They discuss the challenges of hair loss post-weight loss s ..read more

In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya discuss the impact of social media and the weight loss community. They explore how it can be a source of motivation and support but also create unrealistic expectations when people only share their successes. They emphasize the importance of using social media wisely to stay inspired without falling into the trap of comparison. Teresa and Tonya also touch on the drama in weight loss meetups and why they choose to avoid them. They highlight the importance of setting boundaries, following positive influences, and protecting your peace both ..read more

In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya explore the emotional journey of weight loss, discussing how society’s treatment of them changed after weight loss surgery. Before their weight loss journeys, they avoided attention and preferred to stay invisible, but now they feel empowered to be themselves and open up to the world. The hosts dive into the concept of skinny privilege, examining how society often equates being slim with being “normal.” They share personal stories of body shaming and discuss how society’s obsession with thinness often leads to judgment and discrimination ..read more

In this episode of Transform Your Life, Tonya and Teresa discuss how to choose the right weight loss plan for your unique journey. Whether you’re preparing for weight loss surgery or navigating your ongoing weight loss journey, selecting a sustainable plan is essential. They explore why it’s crucial to stick to a weight loss plan that aligns with your body, metabolism, and long-term goals. Weight loss isn’t just about quick fixes—it’s about achieving lasting results that work for you. Since everyone’s body is different, a custom plan is key to finding what truly supports your weight loss succe ..read more

In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya are joined by special guest Dana Lynn Kaye, owner of Devotion Nutrition, a multi-use protein powder brand created to help others transform their relationship with food. Dana discusses when she gave Teresa and Tonya an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of her manufacturing facility, where they experienced the excitement of packaging products, shipping orders, and seeing real-time sales. They dive into the importance of treating employees like friends to boost morale and reward hard work. The conversation also explores working with content ..read more

In this episode, Teresa and Tonya discuss overcoming their “inner fat brain” after weight loss surgery. They dive into the mental health challenges many face, such as food cravings, emotional eating, and the constant battle between wanting to maintain weight loss success and falling back into old habits. The episode explores practical strategies to manage the intrusive thoughts that can sabotage your progress and hinder your long-term weight loss goals. Learn how to build a resilient mindset, stay focused on your wellness journey, and conquer the emotional struggles that often come with weight ..read more

In this episode of Transform Your Life, Teresa and Tonya are joined by special guest Tiffany Fawn, who shares the shocking story of her weight loss journey and a surgery gone wrong in Mexico. Tiffany traveled to Tijuana for an RNY gastric bypass surgery, a life-changing procedure she hoped would jumpstart her transformation. However, from the very beginning, the experience was filled with red flags, leading to complications that required revision surgery in the United States. Tiffany opens up about the risks of undergoing weight loss surgery abroad and the dangerous realities of medical touris ..read more

In this powerful episode of Transform Your Life, Tonya and Teresa reflect on the incredible changes they’ve experienced in 2024 through their weight loss surgery journeys. They share how their transformation wasn’t just about losing pounds but about shedding a sedentary lifestyle, self-doubt, anxiety, and fatigue. Through weight loss surgery, they let go of the emotional and physical burdens that once held them back. But what they gained is just as important—confidence, new memories with loved ones, and a renewed sense of purpose. They emphasize that success is not defined by the number on the ..read more