The Feeling Lighter Podcast

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa sit down with Béa Albina, nurse practitioner, somatic coach, author, and host of the Feminist Wellness Podcast , for a deep and laughter filled conversation about emotional outsourcing, self-worth, and the power of somatic healing. Béa unpacks how perfectionism, people-pleasing, and codependency are survival habits rooted in the nervous system, not personal failures. Toget...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa walk through the four pillars of WeShape: movement, community, intention, and beliefs. They challenge toxic fitness trends and appearance based goals and guide you through the different levels of WeShape's Feel Good Challenges. This episode offers a new path to wellness rooted in self-trust, connection, and how you feel, not how you look. Mentioned in this episode: Get 2 W...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden take a critical look at the most popular fitness trends dominating social media. Rather than shaming any particular trend, Tyler and Lisa have an open mind and offer thoughtful reflections on why these approaches might or might not serve everyone. This episode invites listeners to reconnect with what actually feels good and sustainable in their own bodies. Mentioned...

In this heartfelt episode of the Feeling Lighter podcast, Tyler and Dr. Lisa reflect on the gifts of community, gratitude, and personal growth. They discuss the importance of serving others from a loving heart, the validation received from community members, and the journey of overcoming shame and guilt. The conversation emphasizes the significance of connection, feedback, and celebrating small wi...

In this episode of the Feeling Lighter podcast, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa discuss the 12 lessons of fitness, focusing on a holistic approach that emphasizes self-love, mindfulness, and community support. They explore the importance of listening to one's body, redefining exercise, building trust in oneself, navigating injuries, and overcoming mental blocks. The conversation encourages listeners to s...

In this episode, Tyler and Dr. Lisa delve into the complex relationship between aging, self-worth, and societal beauty standards. They discuss how unrealistic expectations can lead to self-abandonment and the importance of recognizing intrinsic value beyond physical appearance. The conversation emphasizes the need to cultivate self-acceptance and appreciate the wisdom that comes with age, while al...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with Aleta Storch, a registered dietitian and therapist known for her work on eating with ADHD, to explore how ADHD impacts our relationship with food, movement, and self-care. Together, they unpack the difference between intentional and unintentional restriction, how diet culture amplifies guilt and burnout, and why accessibility, not perfection, is key to...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down for a heartfelt Thanksgiving episode all about gratitude. What gratitude really means, how it helps us heal, and why it’s deeper than positive thinking. They explore how gratitude isn’t about ignoring pain or pretending everything’s fine, but about finding meaning and peace through life’s hardest experiences. From grief and anger to forgiveness and joy, Tyl...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa discuss strategies for navigating the complexities of family dynamics during the holiday season. They emphasize the importance of setting boundaries, practicing self-care, and letting go of guilt and shame associated with food choices. The conversation also highlights the significance of prioritizing oneself and the benefits of intuitive eating, encouraging listeners to em...

In this special birthday episode of The Feeling Lighter Podcast, we celebrate Tyler's 40th birthday by reflecting on the lessons learned over the years. The conversation delves into themes of patience, personal growth and self-love. Tyler shares his journey with WeShape, emphasizing the importance of community and movement in fostering well-being. The discussion also touches on forgiveness, compas...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with Reba Parker, a professor at the College of Charleston. Reba teaches sociology through a peace studies lens to explore the true meaning of peace and how to actually cultivate it in daily life. Reba shares insights from her book  The Peaceability Mindset , explaining that peace isn’t passive or idealistic, but practical, measurable, and rooted in sa...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden dive into one of the most pervasive topics in wellness: why the number on the scale should never define your worth. They unpack how diet culture, fitness marketing, and societal conditioning have convinced people to equate body size with value, health, and discipline. Together, they explore how to recognize weight bias, release shame, and measure real progress throu...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden continue their reflection on the WeShape Wellness Weekend, diving deeper into the curriculum that helped attendees reconnect with their values, bodies, and authentic selves. They explore how uncovering core values, rewriting limiting beliefs, and confronting the inner critic can create lasting transformation. Through movement, mindfulness, and meaningful conversatio...

In this heartfelt episode, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden reflect on the first WeShape Wellness Weekend and the powerful transformations that unfolded. They share behind-the-scenes moments, lessons learned, and the emotional breakthroughs that made the WeShape Wellness Weekend retreat unforgettable. From deep healing and vulnerability to laughter, movement, and connection, Tyler and Lisa discuss...

Coach Tyler sits down with WeShape Meditation Coach, Divya Darshani, for a deeply grounding conversation on mindfulness, presence, and learning to let love in. Together, they explore how awareness and acceptance create true peace and why you don’t need to quiet your thoughts to find stillness. The two discuss practical tools to stay present as well as how mindfulness can free the body from emotion...

Coach Tyler is joined by WeShape Body Image Coach Taylor Ashley (RP, CCTP-II) for a powerful conversation on self-talk, comparison, and the journey toward body neutrality. Together they explore how cultural conditioning shapes our inner dialogue, why awareness of automatic thoughts matters, and how shifting from comparison to compassion can transform self-worth. Taylor shares tools like the “first...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden dive into their personal experiments with movement and mindset, exploring how trying new activities can reshape the way we connect with our bodies. They discuss the importance of bone density, fascia, and grip strength, as well as the benefits of mindful movement and impact training for longevity. Along the way, they highlight the balance between safety and challeng...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with health coach Ali Elman to talk about shifting from punishment to self-compassion in wellness. Ali shares her journey of moving from perfectionism and overachievement to embracing a simpler, more sustainable approach to health after a major health crisis. Together, they explore how slowing down, listening to your body, and letting go of rigid expectatio...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden explore what it really means to love yourself just as you are. This episode dives into the tension between striving for growth and accepting yourself in the present moment. They unpack how honesty and kindness must go hand in hand, why chasing perfection or external validation only fuels burnout, and how true self-worth comes from being rather than doing. Through re...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with writer and educator Margeaux Feldman to explore how healing begins when we reclaim the parts of ourselves we were taught to hide. Together, they unpack how systems of oppression shape the way we view our bodies, why rest is resistance, and what it looks like to build a relationship with yourself outside of societal expectations. This powerful conversat...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down to discuss the rise of “soft health” and why it may be the future of true well-being. Instead of chasing rigid routines, extreme discipline, and “no days off” hustle culture, this episode explores a gentler, more sustainable approach to health rooted in compassion, intuition, and daily joy. Tyler and Lisa break down why so many people are burned out on trad...

In this candid conversation, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with WeShape co-founder Katie Bramlett to unpack how redefining success, letting go of perfectionism, and embracing authenticity can lead to a lighter, more fulfilling life. Katie shares her personal journey of stepping back from hustle culture, reevaluating what truly matters, and creating space for rest and presence. They expl...

In this empowering conversation, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with Erin Holt, a functional nutritionist, Stanford-trained compassion teacher and founder of The Funk'tional Nutritionist, an online clinic and education platform that specializes in Intuitive Functional Medicine. Erin shares how hormones, stress, mindset, and self-awareness all play a vital role in overall well-being. She...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down to share 10 powerful questions every woman over 50 has asked herself. This thought-provoking episode invites listeners to reflect on what they truly want, need, and deserve in this stage of life. With compassion and curiosity, Tyler and Lisa explore topics like self-worth, boundaries, joy, relationships, and body wisdom, encouraging women to redefine succes...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down to challenge everything you thought you knew about exercise. In this energizing episode, they unpack why traditional fitness culture often leads to burnout, guilt, and shame—and how shifting the focus from "exercise" to joyful, intuitive movement can transform your relationship with your body. Through personal stories, honest reflections, and practical tips...