Losing Weight without Losing Your Mind (formerly the More Mindful Podcast)

The best "supplement" for stopping hunger is NOT a pill.  After years of falling for the diet industry's tricks (100-calorie packs, anyone?) , Julia discovered why she was always starving despite "eating healthy" and following all the rules. Your body has ancient survival mechanisms that make you obsessed with food when you restrict too much. Julia explains the science of...

In this debut episode of "Losing Weight Without Losing Your Mind," Julia asks something that might surprise you: How can you know if weight loss is the right goal for you? In this episode, you'll learn: The Reactive vs. Proactive Trap Learn why your Monday morning "I'm starting over" mentality after a weekend of indulgence might be the reason you have tried a lot a lo...

After gaining 50 lbs in a short period of time and facing a bout of depression, Courtney struggled with where to start in her health journey. She desired weight loss in the long run, but more than anything, she first wanted to feel so confident in her health habits and relationship to food as someone who lived a super stressful life as a business owner and had turned to emotional eating in the pas...

Julia unpacks why external accountability often falls short and how to make it actually work. She shares personal stories, including a failed experience with a macro coach and how joining a new gym helped her rebuild consistency. Learn how to identify your anchor habits, connect them to your core values, and find accountability that supports real change not just box-checking. Plus, Julia announces...

We’ve all heard the same weight loss tips — eat more protein, skip dessert, move your body. But Julia believes there’s one key thing most women aren’t doing that matters way more than any of that. And no, it’s not another rule or restriction. In this episode, she shares her own story of feeling stuck and how shifting her focus helped everything finally click. Tune in to learn the surprising piece...

What is driving you to eat? In this eye-opening episode, we uncover the four types of hunger no one talks about and how misunderstanding them could be quietly sabotaging your health goals. From subtle emotional triggers to surprising biological signals, you’ll learn why your cravings might not be about food at all. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, eat more intuitively, or simply understand yo...

In this episode, Julia is joined by nutrition coach and former teacher Stacey Eddings to explore the often-overlooked challenges educators face in prioritizing their health. Stacey shares her personal journey from the classroom to coaching, shedding light on the "invisible workload" that contributes to stress, fatigue, and burnout. You’ll hear practical nutrition tips designed specifical...

Drawing from reflections about years of old journals Julia discovered, Julia opens up about her personal journey with body image and emotional eating. She explores the emotional triggers behind eating habits, the harmful cycle of self-criticism, and how unrealistic food rules can set us up for failure. Listen now to find out more about the "What the Hell Effect" and the "Choice Poin...

In this episode, Julia breaks down 3 sustainable weight loss strategies that help her clients lose 12–20 pounds — without restrictive diets or punishing cardio routines. Learn why it's time to burn the diet rulebook, how to align your eating with your personal values, and what it means to eat on purpose. Whether you're struggling with emotional eating, stuck in decision fatigue, or tryin...

If you're doing all the right things and still not feeling satisfied with your meals or your results… this episode is for you. In today’s episode of the More Mindful Podcast , Julia shares the three unexpected insights that completely changed the way she approaches food, hunger, and weight loss. These aren’t the typical nutrition tips and they might just challenge the way you think about eati...

In this heartfelt episode, Julia opens up about the turning point in her personal journey. In 2021 she finally broke free from the cycle of all-or-nothing thinking around food and health. After years of swinging between extremes of strict dieting and complete burnout she discovered a new path rooted in self-compassion, values, and practical change. Julia shares how this shift inspired the creation...

In this episode, Julia dives into the emotional side of health and wellness—an often overlooked but essential part of meaningful transformation. She shares why restrictive diets tend to fail, how self-compassion can be a game-changer, and what it really takes to create lasting change. Julia also introduces her 90-day program that moves beyond dieting to help people build healthier habits with free...

In this episode, Julia dives deep into the powerful connection between motivation and consistency. She unpacks common myths, explores the role of self-reflection, and offers real talk about the frustrations we all face when trying to build lasting habits. Julia shares why consistency isn’t just about what you do, but what you believe, and how you can create your own motivation through mindset shif...

In this episode of the More Mindful podcast, Julia reconnects with her client Lisa Driver to talk about the powerful transformation she’s experienced over the past year. ✨ If you haven't heard it yet c lick here to hear Lisa and Julia's first conversation from Season 1 In today's episode, Lisa shares openly about her journey with weight, how mindfulness helped her rebuild her relat...

We're back! After a summer break, Season 2 kicks off with a powerful conversation about something so many of us struggle with: thinking about food all the time . If your brain feels constantly busy with food thoughts — planning, tracking, guilt, cravings — this episode is for you. We're diving into why this happens, what your brain is really trying to do, and how to begin rewiring your m...

Christina, a 43-year-old speech therapist and mom of two, found herself trapped in a mental battle. She believed in body acceptance but didn't feel good in her body and constantly criticized herself for caring about it. "I was always battling myself, being like, well, you shouldn't care about this, but you do care about this, you know?" Growing up with 90s diet culture messagin...

In this episode of The More Mindful Podcast , Julia calls out the hard truth behind why so many people struggle to stick with health goals. Based on results from a quiz Julia shared — over 60% of people admitted the most painful criticism would be “You never see anything through” —Julia digs into why we keep jumping from one thing to the next and how that pattern is keeping us stuck. She challenge...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be on the receiving end of the voice notes that Julia sends her 1:1 clients every week? in this week's episode, you'll hear a raw voice message from Julia to you all about how expecting effortless habits could be setting you up for failure. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just tired of quick-fix advice, this episode offers refre...

Listen to this episode of The More Mindful Podcast to find out the biggest thing holding you back from your weight loss and health goals. Julia dives into the role of self-sabotaging beliefs, the power of intentional doubt, and why mindset matters just as much as nutrition. Julia shares her personal journey and practical tools to help you challenge negative thinking, build a new identity, and crea...

In this heartfelt and eye-opening conversation, Julia talks to Sarah Clark about the emotional landscape of body image, mindful eating, and self-compassion. Together, they unpack the silent struggles so many face with body image. They emphasize that it's not just about appearance, but about the stories we tell ourselves, the emotions we avoid, and the beliefs we hold deep in our subconscious....

In this episode, Julia talks with Elise from @theskinnyonfitness to unpack the complex process of body recomposition which is the art of building muscle while losing fat. Together, they explore why personalized nutrition, periodized dieting, and proper fueling are key to achieving sustainable results. Elise shares insights from her coaching practice, including common misconceptions women have abou...

“Just one ‘off’ day means I’ve failed.” “I’ll get back on track after the holidays.” “I can’t trust myself around that food.” Sound familiar? In this eye-opening episode, Julia exposes the 3 sneaky lies successful women keep telling themselves about food—and how those lies could be sabotaging your health goals without you even realizing it. -Why “forbidden foods” backfire -The secret reason you’re...

Julia is joined by ADHD coach Tyler Dorsey to explore the realities of living with ADHD—from personal growth and parenting to neuroplasticity and emotional regulation. Together, they debunk harmful myths, discuss how the ADHD brain can be rewired, and share practical strategies for thriving. With a focus on resilience, self-compassion, and choosing your own version of “hard,” this conversation off...

What if the way you’ve been chasing your goals is actually holding you back? In this episode, Julia shares a personal story that led her to a surprising realization—one small shift that transformed her mindset, her habits, and ultimately, her life. It’s not about working harder or setting bigger goals... it’s about something deeper. If you've ever struggled to stick with what you say you want...

In this episode of The More Mindful Podcast , Julia and spiritual coach Lisa Driver explore the powerful intersection of grief and joy. They discuss navigating identity shifts, embracing personal growth, and the importance of mindset, energy, and self-care. Lisa shares her path into spiritual coaching, while offering practical tools for reflection, boundary-setting, and finding joy—even in life’s...