Project Weight Loss

Send us Fan Mail Hey friends — this week, I’m talking about something close to my heart: positivity — not the fake-it-till-you-make-it kind, but the quiet confidence that goodness still exists, even when life feels heavy and out of balance.   I’ll share stories from my week — like seeing my daughter and her foster kittens (Solstice and Equinox) and how a walk around Silver Lake reminded me that we...

Send us Fan Mail This week we are talking about our life lines. I ask you to consider — who’s your lifeline? Not the metaphorical one, but the real, human connection that keeps you afloat when life gets heavy. We’ll dig into the interesting history of the word “lifeline,” what research says about how connection affects our health and habits, and how you can create your own H-Factor system of suppo...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode, I share the simple yet powerful 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique — a mindfulness tool to help you reconnect with your senses, reduce stress, and live with presence. Learn how this practice supports your Project Weight Loss, helps busy professionals, and has been embraced by public figures from Oprah Winfrey to LeBron James. Quote of the Week: “The present mome...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Project Weight Loss , we’re diving into something that doesn’t get nearly enough credit — fun . Not the kind that just happens when everything’s perfect, but the kind you can choose , plan for , and use as strategy . In this episode, I talk about why laughter, joy, and connection aren’t distractions from your goals — they’re essential to reaching them. From a weekend...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered what happens inside your body when you don’t eat for a while — when you give yourself space between meals? In this week’s episode of Project Weight Loss , we explore that quiet magic with the story of Nobel Laureate Maester Yoshinori Ohsumi , whose discovery of autophagy — the body’s natural process of self-cleaning and renewal — changed how we understand he...

Send us Fan Mail Hey there my friends, Ever notice how one small compliment can change your whole mood? This week, we’re diving into the light, fun, and surprisingly powerful world of genuine acknowledgment — from “Your dog thinks you’re the coolest human on Earth” to “You make coffee look like an art form.” We’ll talk about what science says happens in your brain when you give or receive a compli...

Send us Fan Mail INTRO – GREETING & THESIS This week we take a deep dive into the history and meaning of tea. We will explore the science and why it matters to our project weight loss goals and it matters more than you think!!  Quote of the week: "Ive had this shop for thirty years...if we serve tea in the crystal, the shop is going to expand, and then I'll have to change my way of l...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Project Weight Loss , we’re talking about the powerful practice of acceptance — not as resignation, but as a way to stop fighting yourself and create space for real change. I’ll share how acceptance can help you break free from perfectionism, find peace with where you are, and take values-driven action toward your goals. Plus, we’ll look at research from Forman &...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I’m talking about screens, social media, AI — and what it means to live well in a world that’s always online. I share stories about raising my kids, my own walks and speed walks this week, and a moving conversation with a young man who stepped away from the online rabbit hole and found peace. We’ll look at research on how too much time online can lead to anxiety, depres...

Send us Fan Mail This week we’re tackling a food we all know and love: flour. But is it really as harmless as it seems? Join me as I break down the surprising science of refined flour, cravings, and hormones—plus how a few small shifts can help you take back control of your weight loss journey. We’ll talk about why flour is classified as an ultra-processed food, how it hijacks hunger signals, and...

Send us Fan Mail This week on Project Weight Loss, we’re talking about habit stacking — the easier way to create change without relying on willpower. From Franklin to BJ Fogg to James Clear, the wisdom is the same: small steps, stacked on what you already do, become powerful routines. As Aristotle said, “We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.”   This week’s quo...

Send us Fan Mail Hello my dear friends, Today I’m taking you behind the scenes of our Pacific Crest Trail adventure — how we planned it, what gear made the cut, what we actually used, and the lessons I brought back home for Project Weight Loss. Because what happens on the trail is a lot like what happens in life: we plan, we adapt, we struggle, and we discover. And sometimes, it’s the little thing...

Send us Fan Mail This week’s episode is a shorty, my friends, but one that’s close to my heart. 🌿 I’m sharing a glimpse of our recent Pacific Crest Trail hike—through my eyes and my honey’s. From the beauty of wildflowers to the stark art of burned trees and lava rock, this journey reminded me that nature speaks in contrasts. Come walk with me for a few minutes, and see the trail not just for the...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we’re talking about a word that gets a bad rap — failure.   If you’ve ever been on your wellness journey and found yourself saying, “I’ve blown it” or “I can’t do this,” this episode is for you. I’m sharing stories that have inspired me — from an ancient philosopher who lost it all, to a bestselling author who almost quit — along with my own story of one last try that c...

Send us Fan Mail So, I have a question for you — what if running wasn’t really about running? What if it was about something deeper… something you need to hold on to right now? In this week’s episode, I’m talking about someone who’s become kind of a running philosopher for me — Coach Chris Bennett, Nike’s Global Head Coach. If you’ve ever needed a little push, a little grace, or a little space to...

Send us Fan Mail Hey my beautiful friends!   This week, we’re taking a bit of a different trail on the Project Weight Loss path—same concept of losing the things weighing you down. And money, has a way of triggering us, but it can also be something that helps us and others. So, we are hiking not just a money trail, a brick-and-mortar trail; rather, a heart-led journey through real estate and finan...

Send us Fan Mail Hello, my beautiful friends! This week, I’m coming to you with part two of our series on The Best Practices of Life —a conversation close to my heart and rooted in both the trail and the truth. As I hike a section of the Pacific Crest Trail-through pines and reflections, and thinking about what it means to live a life guided by systems of love, clarity, and commitment. In this epi...

Send us Fan Mail This week’s episode is deeply personal. As I walk through the Pacific Crest Trail, I’m reflecting on some of the most important lessons life has taught me. Before I left, I created a cover letter for my will, trust, and medical directives—that process sparked a beautiful request from my family: to share the wisdom I’ve gained, not just about weight loss or project management, but...

Send us Fan Mail Hey my beautiful friends! This week, I laced up my sneakers and ran a 5K… and let me tell you, it was not as easy as I thought it would be. Even with all the hiking I’ve been doing, jogging reminded me that growth doesn’t always feel graceful. But that’s the thing—it doesn’t have to.   In this episode, I’m diving into the power of boldness—what it means, how we can cultivate it ge...

Send us Fan Mail This one is close to my heart. I’ve been hiking through Oregon, taking in the beauty of the Sisters Wilderness—yes, those Three Sisters: Faith, Hope, and Charity. And with the International Day of Hope coming up on July 12th, I felt like the universe was nudging me to pause and really reflect. So, this week, I’m inviting you into that space with me.  We talk about hope—not the flu...

Send us Fan Mail I’ve trained for endurance in all kinds of ways—some smart, some not-so-much. This week, I’m sharing how I built a jogging routine that actually works with my life, not against it. Whether I’m prepping for a thru-hike or squeezing in a jog before the day takes over, I’ve learned that movement can be reshaped to meet you exactly where you are. If you’ve ever wanted to jog but felt...

Send us Fan Mail Hey my beautiful friends –This week’s conversation was sparked by a funny little tech discovery and a box I mailed — both of which got me thinking about food in a new way.   You know how people are always quick to tell you what not to eat? Well, this week we flip the script. I’m sharing thoughts from my own journey and a coach that made me laugh and think — and you’ll hear why his...

Send us Fan Mail   This week’s episode touches something very real for us the quiet, hidden moments with food. You know the ones I mean.    This week we unpack truth-telling, and the honest reflections that came up as I sat in nature, hat feather and all. If you’ve ever felt the urge to eat in secret, or noticed that tug-of-war between freedom and fear, this one’s for you.   Quote of the Week:  “...

Send us Fan Mail Hello, my beautiful friends—this week, we go deep. Not just into the roots of fear, but into the bold, often quiet heartbeat of courage. Inspired by Memorial Day and those I call the Maesters of bravery—from Grandma Gatewood’s canvas shoes on the Appalachian Trail to my own personal moments of standing in fear and choosing love—we explore how real courage doesn’t mean the fear dis...

Send us Fan Mail This week, I’m sharing some reflections on habits, a sweet moment with someone dear to my heart, and diving into the work of a true Maester of habits—someone whose insights have deeply shaped the way I approach change, consistency, and results.    Whether you're navigating your health journey, a big life project, or simply trying to find a rhythm that works, this episode is p...