The Feeling Lighter Podcast

This heartfelt conversation unpacks how to let go of people-pleasing, perfectionism, and external expectations in order to reconnect with your values, body, and inner voice. Rachel recounts her moving personal story of how her mothers declining health inspired her to make big changes, highlighting the power of self-trust, slowing down, and doing less to live life more fully, authentically, and on...

In this deeply personal and vulnerable episode of  The Feeling Lighter Podcast , Dr. Lisa Folden shares her story of transformation and together, with Coach Tyler, they explore how personal growth often requires letting go of who you thought you were supposed to be in order to become who you truly are. The conversation dives into the emotional toll of staying in spaces where you aren’t seen o...

Why do so many of us struggle to move our bodies, even when we know it's good for us? In this inspiring and eye-opening episode of  The Feeling Lighter Podcast , Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with biomechanist Katy Bowman and clinical psychologist Dr. Diana Hill, co-authors of  I Know I Should Exercise, But… , to explore the inner barriers that get in the way of joyful, consis...

In this heartfelt episode of The Feeling Lighter Podcast, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden dive deep into why so many people, especially women, struggle to receive love, kindness, and compliments. They unpack the societal and cultural conditioning that teaches self-sacrifice while discouraging self-worth, and they explore how religion, upbringing, and internalized beliefs about worthiness all play...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa reflect on the powerful themes from this season of Feeling Lighter—from redefining health to reclaiming joy. They dive into the systemic challenges of weight stigma in healthcare, the lasting effects of trauma, and why healing starts with awareness and self-acceptance. This episode highlights the role of community, the importance of aligning with your values, and how self-...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa sit down with Silvy Khoucasian to discuss the emotional intricacies of relationships—from navigating conflict to building deeper, more secure connections. Together, they unpack how attachment styles show up in everyday dynamics, why setting and honoring boundaries is essential, and how validating your own emotions can transform how you relate to others. The conversation di...

This episode is all about WeShape's Feel Good Challenges! Hosts Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden break down how these challenges flip the script on traditional fitness programs. Instead of punishing workouts and rigid goals, they talk about embracing movement that actually feels good, fostering real community support, and shifting from self-criticism to self-compassion. If you’ve ever felt like fit...

In this episode, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden engage in a deep conversation with guest, Vernisha Crawford, about the importance of wellness, authenticity, and integrity in both personal and professional lives. We’re not afraid to really get into the importance of self-care, the complexities of trauma, and the challenges of people-pleasing behavior. Listen now to learn about how trauma affects i...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with Ragen Chastain and unapck the damaging use of BMI, the importance of shame-free, inclusive care, and the critical need for informed consent in medical settings. Ragen highlights how stigma impacts healthcare access and outcomes, especially for larger-bodied patients, and offers practical tools for self-advocacy. She also reflects on positive shifts in...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa sit down with Jess Fry LPC, ADHD-CCSP, CSTS for a powerful conversation on self-connection, authenticity, and the deep impact of body image—especially for women. Jess shares how societal pressures often make women feel like they need to apologize for taking up space, and how reclaiming their identity starts with kindness and self-trust. Together, they dive into the emotion...

In this episode, Chrissy King opens up about her journey to body liberation, highlighting the power of self-acceptance and the impact of societal pressures on our body image. She dives into the difference between body positivity and body liberation, explaining how the commercialization of body positivity has shifted its original social justice roots. Chrissy shares her personal struggles with body...

Christy Maloney, RD, CEDS-C sits down with WeShape and explores how diet culture, especially for women, shapes beliefs around weight, health, and self-worth. She shares why moving away from traditional dieting and towards a more personalized, nourishing relationship with food is essential for lasting well-being. The conversation touches on the role of dietitians, the power of self-perception, and...

In this powerful episode, Dr. Deniz Ahmadinia unpacks how trauma—especially in childhood—can shape the way we see ourselves, relate to others, and move through the world. She shares how unresolved trauma often lives in the body, not just the mind, and why reconnecting with your physical experience is key to healing. The conversation explores how to build awareness, set boundaries in challenging re...

Dr. Flora Sinha shares her powerful journey from traditional physician to mindset coach, and the lessons she’s learned along the way about protecting your peace. She dives into the roots of burnout, the power of boundaries, and how self-worth plays a vital role in how we care for ourselves. From the value of affirmations and mindful self-talk to the importance of stepping back from doom scrolling,...

In this episode of the Feeling Lighter podcast, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden discuss their experiences with clients and the transformative power of self-care and self-love in the fitness journey. They challenge traditional fitness norms that focus on weight loss and exercise, advocating instead for a mindset centered on movement quality and self-worth. Through personal stories and client transf...

In this empowering episode, we’re joined by dietitian and Diet Culture Rebel, Bonnie Roney, for a deep and refreshing conversation on what it really means to have a healthy relationship with food. From hunger cues to carb myths, Bonnie shares the truth about diet culture’s most toxic messages and why intuitive eating is the key to healing. We explore why eating enough is the foundation of true nou...

Dr. Asher Larmie joins us to unpack the real consequences of a weight-obsessed healthcare system. From the dangers of weight cycling and the misuse of weight loss drugs to the harmful stigma many patients face—this conversation dives deep into how weight-inclusive care can truly transform health outcomes. Dr. Larmie challenges conventional medical practices that prioritize weight over well-being,...

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa reflect on the recurring themes from their conversations with guests. They discuss the importance of self-worth, the mind-body connection, and the impact of fitness culture on personal health. The conversation also delves into inner child work, self-compassion, and the significance of questioning beliefs to foster personal growth and feel lighter. Throughout the episode, t...

In this episode, mindset and manifestation coach, Samantha Chung, joins Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa to share her powerful journey of self-discovery. From chasing perfectionism to redefining her self-worth, Samantha opens up about the struggles that shaped her path. Together, they explore the power of presence, self-acceptance, and learning to let go of fear-driven habits. Tune in for an inspiring con...

Michelle Chalfant joins us to share how we can move beyond self-doubt, people-pleasing, and the inner critic to reconnect with our true selves. From learning to ground into the body and the power of group work to understanding how emotions need to be fully felt to release, Michelle offers powerful tools to help you break old patterns and build self-worth.

Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa sit down with Binge Eating Recovery & Body Image Coach, Stefanie Michele, to dive deep into the connection between emotions, the nervous system, and our relationship with food and self-image. They explore how black-and-white thinking keeps us stuck, the hidden ways restriction manifests, and why body image distress is often a projection of unresolved emotions. Stefanie...

In this episode, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa open up about their personal journeys—how their experiences shaped the way they see health, movement, and self-acceptance today. We get to hear about the path that led to the creation of WeShape, the challenges they faced in unlearning harmful beliefs, and the deeper purpose behind each of their work. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on growth, self-w...

In this episode, we welcome Abbie Attwood for a deep dive into self-compassion, building resilience, and breaking free from toxic diet culture. We explore the importance of trusting your body’s signals—whether it’s hunger, rest, or grief—and how everyday acts of self-kindness can transform your relationship with yourself. Abbie reminds us that healing doesn’t happen in isolation and that community...

In this powerful conversation, we sit down Harriet Brown, Professor of Magazine, News, & Digital Journalism at the Newhouse School of Public Communications, to unravel the deep-rooted beliefs around eating disorders, diet culture, and body image. Harriet shares her personal journey as well as the historical and societal forces that continue to fuel our obsession with thinness. We dig into the...

In this heartfelt episode, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa sit down with Bella Davis, a passionate advocate for body positivity and self-acceptance. Bella shares her inspiring journey from struggling with body image and an eating disorder to embracing self-love and empowering others through social media. Together, they dive deep into the importance of rejecting societal pressures around appearance and bo...