Outweigh

In the final episode of our "Outweigh: What We Know in 2026" mini-series, Amy and Leanne dive deep into body image and self-image, revealing why healing how you see yourself has far more to do with your brain and internal mirror than anything reflected back at you externally. Amy introduces the common struggle of trying to fix body image from the outside in, while Leanne shares what the research k...

In the second episode of our "Outweigh: What We Know in 2026" mini-series, Amy and Leanne cut through the confusion surrounding recovery and food freedom, redefining what these terms actually mean based on current science. Amy addresses the overwhelming amount of language being thrown around right now—"non-dieting," "food freedom," "eat intuitively"—and how it's created even more confu...

In the first episode of our special "Outweigh: What We Know in 2026" mini-series, Amy and Leanne explore how our understanding of eating disorders and disordered eating has dramatically evolved since the podcast launched in 2020. Amy sets the stage by acknowledging that when Outweigh began, the conversation was primarily focused on behavior—the dieting, the rules, the willpower struggle. Whi...

Welcome back for Part 6 of the official crossover series of the "What’s God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the game plan for success—how to carve out your own winning strategy, while also addressing a crucial piece of the puzzle: earning back your own trust.  You see, even if you had the perfect plan and the most ideal step...

Welcome back for Part 5 of the official crossover series of the "What’s God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts. This week we’re diving deep into a crucial part of the food and body image conversation—what Leanne likes to call your “body brain.” If you’ve been following along, you know we’ve been exploring how faith intersects with our struggles arou...

Welcome back for Part 4 of the official crossover series of the "What’s God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts. If you’ve been struggling with disordered eating patterns, restrictive diets, or feeling chained to unhealthy eating habits, this conversation is for you. We talk about how inviting God into your journey can help break those chains, allowing you to step into a new iden...

Welcome back for Part 3 of the official crossover series of the "What’s God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts. Last week, we explored the big picture of this conversation, and this week we narrow the focus to the self-image and identity piece of this food and body puzzle. We discuss the necessity of stepping into a new version of yourself if you really want to achieve true health and...

Welcome back for Part 2 of the official crossover series of the "What’s God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts. Today, we're diving deep into the intersection of faith, science, food, and body image. This is the big picture conversation -- where these themes overlap, so you can simply understand this connection between neuroscience and faith...and how it can lead to meaningful, lastin...

We are so excited to bring you the first official crossover series of the "What’s God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts.  If you have been listening to Outweigh, you know that THAT podcast is all about helping women break themselves out of the food and body prison, end the dieting madness, and take control of their health for good, but without all that restriction, obsession, an...

Have you ever felt like you’re carrying a heavy secret—one that no one knows about? In this episode of Outweigh , Leanne Ellington dives deep into the struggle that so many women face but rarely talk about: feeling trapped in a hidden battle with food, body shame, and self-judgment. Leanne opens up about her own experience of being stuck in a “food and body prison” while pr...

Ever felt like a sugar addict? Like no matter how hard you try, you just can’t seem to break free from its grip? In today’s episode, Leanne Ellington dives deep into the brain science behind those relentless sugar cravings and why it’s  not about willpower or discipline. She shares her own struggle with food and body image—starting from a childhood weighed down by diet...

Have you ever found yourself making promise after promise to “start fresh on Monday” or “stick to your plan this time,” only to fall off track again and again? If so, you’re not alone—and today’s episode of  Outweigh is for you. In this powerful episode, Leanne Ellington tackles the struggle that so many women face: breaking the cycle of broken promis...

Have you ever stood in front of the mirror, repeating mantras like “I love my body” or “I’m enough,” only to feel that little voice in your head whispering, “Who are you kidding?” In this episode of Outweigh , Leanne Ellington breaks down why the “just think positive” approach doesn’t work—and what’s really keeping you from tr...

“She spent decades caring for everyone else. But at 62, Lisa finally learned how to care for herself.” Meet Lisa. For over 20 years, Lisa felt trapped in a relentless food and diet prison. Food carried the weight of shame and guilt, and she was stuck in the endless cycle of dieting, losing, and regaining. And after the heartbreaking loss of her husband, Lisa poured herself into being a...

If you’ve tried Intuitive Eating and found yourself even more confused, ashamed, or convinced you’re “broken,” this episode is for you. We’re digging into the hidden reason why “just listen to your body” often fails women who’ve used food to cope with stress, loneliness, or chronic dieting for decades. It’s not that Intuitive Eating is flawed&m...

In this episode of Outweigh we’re tossing out the tired “New Year, New You” playbook. Instead of sprinting into another year burdened by rules, restrictions, and impossible goals, we’re exploring what it looks like to trade stress for self-compassion and external pressure for true inner alignment. Rather than chasing some perfect version of yourself, what if you focused on...

In the final part of our holiday series on  Outweigh , Amy and Leanne explore the transformative power of self-acceptance as the greatest gift we can give ourselves during the holiday season.  Amy introduces the idea that self-acceptance is often overlooked in holiday conversations, yet it is the key to fully enjoying the festivities. They discuss why prioritizing self-acceptance matters...

In the third part of our holiday series on  Outweigh , Amy and Leanne tackle a topic that resonates with many women during this time of year: dealing with fears of holiday weight gain and body anxiety. Amy sets the stage by acknowledging how these fears can intensify with the increased focus on food and body image that the season brings. Leanne delves into the root of these anxieties, explain...

In the second part of our holiday series on  Outweigh , Amy and Leanne address a challenging topic: handling "food pushers" and unsolicited comments about your body during family gatherings.  Amy introduces the discomfort and triggering nature of these situations, while Leanne helps listeners understand the motivations behind food pushing—often rooted in cultural norms or personal...

Welcome to the first part of our holiday series on Outweigh , where Amy and Leanne tackle a challenge that many listeners face during this festive season: navigating holiday gatherings without the burden of food guilt.  As the holidays approach, the temptation of indulgent foods can lead to feelings of being "out of control." We dive deep into understanding the roots of food guilt, often stem...

Ever find yourself stuck in a cycle of waiting for the other shoe to drop, even when you're doing everything "right"?  Join us for the fifth and final episode of our series  5 Signs Your Food Struggles Actually Have NOTHING To Do With Food , where we confront the pervasive fear of failure that lurks beneath the surface of your achievements.  We'll delve into the mindset of assuming...

Do you find yourself trapped in a cycle of labeling everything as "good" or "bad," "right" or "wrong," especially when it comes to food and your body?  Join us for the fourth episode of our series 5 Signs Your Food Struggles Actually Have NOTHING To Do With Food, where we tackle the pervasive mindset of black-and-white thinking.  We'll explore how this rigid mentality permeates ever...

Ever find yourself dreading the thought of starting something new, already envisioning the uphill battle ahead?  Join us for the third episode of our series 5 Signs Your Food Struggles Actually Have NOTHING To Do With Food, where we shine a light on the frustration of grappling with tasks that feel overwhelmingly difficult or draining.  We'll explore why certain approaches leave you...

Have you ever promised yourself that "this Monday will be different," only to find yourself right back where you started?  Join us for the second installment of our series 5 Signs Your Food Struggles Actually Have NOTHING To Do With Food, where we explore the disheartening experience of continuously setting intentions to change, yet witnessing your trust in yourself diminish with each un...

Ever feel like you're stuck in a never-ending loop of thoughts about food, your body, or your weight? Join us for the first episode of our  series 5 Signs Your Food Struggles Actually Have NOTHING To Do With Food, where we delve into the perplexing phenomenon of spending countless hours fixating on these issues, yet still feeling utterly unfulfilled.  We'll uncover the open loop in...