Thriving As A Physician: How to Lose Weight & Love Your Life

Are you tired of feeling boxed in by restrictions and deprivation? It's time to break free. Welcome to the second episode of the Fresh Start podcast series, a beacon of hope for physicians seeking a healthier lifestyle. In this episode, we confront the age-old struggle of managing weight and eating habits head-on, with empathy, motivation, and a fresh perspective. We'll dive into the heart of the...

Welcome to the first episode of the 4 part Fresh Start Series.  This series will help you go from feeling stuck in endless ups and downs with your eating and feeling exhausted by diets to knowing your next steps to feel empowered in your journey. In this first episode, I share how changing what you believe about your goals and your journey can be a game-changer.  This is not about quick fixes or o...

Are you staring at the scale, wondering why it isn't moving despite your best efforts? You're making the right choices, staying disciplined, but the number seems stubbornly stuck. I know how frustrating and disheartening this can be because I've been there too. I understand the temptation to revert to old eating habits or try an entirely new approach in hopes of a quick fix. However, I want to emp...

Did you know that relaxing and unwinding can be your secret weapon in your weight loss journey?  This episode dives deep into this concept and shares how just being "lazy" (not really 😉) can help you make healthier eating choices with less drama. Take a break and listen to the full episode now. **** Enjoying this podcast? Please share it with someone who would benefit.  And don't forget to hit "f...

If you have ever thought "Maybe I just can't lose weight", this episode is for you. It is common for physicians to worry that they will never be successful in their weight journey. After all, you've been working really hard without seeing the results you want. In this episode, I break down the 3 most common reasons why we worry that we can't be successful and practical tools to manage each one. **...

Are you a physician struggling to find balance between your personal life and career? Constantly swinging from doing all the things to feeling overwhelmed and burnt out? You're not alone. Join me in exploring practical ways to achieve work-life balance in this week's episode! From setting boundaries to prioritizing self-care, we'll discuss key strategies that can help you develop a practice of res...

Are you tired of constantly fluctuating between extreme weight loss efforts and giving up altogether? It's time for a more sustainable approach. You don't have to continue down this path that sets you up for failure. Join me on this episode as I discuss how to find a sustainable gear for weight loss that gets you to your goals and is easier to maintain. **** Enjoying this podcast? Please share it...

Are you always snacking and questioning if you're truly hungry? Maybe you've heard about stress eating, but you're not sure if it applies to you. With all the different labels and descriptions out there, it's no wonder you feel confused sometimes. Learn how to navigate the world of eating labels and make them work for you in this episode. **** Enjoying this podcast? Please share it with someone wh...

Sharing my birthday reflections in this episode. If you are struggling right now.  Feeling like there is always more work and not enough time and finding that your personal goals are taking a backseat, me too. This year has been a tough one. I'm working on recovering from some burnout and taking back control over my days. Listen to the episode to learn my tips and where I am focussing now **** Enj...

Feeling left out is never easy. We've all experienced that deep ache when FOMO hits us. And when FOMO starts affecting our food choices, it becomes even harder to stick to our healthy eating goals. Food FOMO is when we spend too much time daydreaming about the unhealthy foods we're choosing not to eat. It also creeps in when we start feeling envious of others who can seemingly eat anything without...

Traveling and going on vacation can throw a major wrench in your weight loss journey. Suddenly, you're faced with unfamiliar routines and food options that can derail your progress. It's like all your hard work goes up in flames until you return home. But as a physician, traveling is often unavoidable due to conferences, meetings, and vacations. That's why mastering the skill of managing your eati...

Traditional diet culture has it all wrong. It's time to break free from its faulty values like celebrating restriction and quick fixes. Let's be real, diets just feel gross 🤢 But guess what? There's a better way. If you're ready to manage your weight and eating without constantly being on a diet, let's start by building a strong foundation with new values. Imagine losing weight with these empower...

Discover the keys to managing portion sizes without feeling deprived or restricted.  Say goodbye to the struggle of reducing your portions and hello to a more sustainable approach. In this episode, I'll share my expert tips on redefining portion control and making it work for you.  **** Enjoying this podcast? Please share it with someone who would benefit.  And don't forget to hit "follow" so you...

Is banishing tempting foods from your life an effective weight loss strategy? It can be a useful tool but has significant faults.   A more sustainable solution is to limit your exposure to challenging foods, but also work on the skill of being around them without being bothered.  Learn more about how to do this in this episode. **** Enjoying this podcast? Please share it with someone who would ben...

Life as a physician can be a never-ending cycle of tasks, leaving you feeling like you're constantly running and never catching up.  Finding time for yourself may seem impossible, even though you crave it deeply.  Tune in to this episode to learn practical tips on how you can start carving out some important me-time in your busy schedule (and how it will help you overeat less). **** Enjoying this...

Regardless of where you are in your weight journey, you can pretty much assume you will have to deal with comments about your eating, your weight or your appearance. Learning how to navigate these comments without ending up sabotaging yourself is an important skill. Listen to this episode to learn my tips for managing other people's comments (along with some of my personal experiences of dealing w...

Shame is a tricky emotion that often goes unseen, seeping into every aspect of your life.  Maybe it feels like a necessary truth-teller, but it often leads to feelings of worthlessness and a cycle of harmful habits.  You don't have to stay stuck in this cycle. The first step is to intentionally shift away from shame.  Listen to this episode to hear how I'm working to do this in my own life and how...

Physicians, Imagine waking up every morning focussing on the things that are going really well in your weight loss rather than keeping a running inventory of every place you've messed up. Picture how different it would feel. We spend too much time focussing on our perceived weaknesses and trying to improve them. Your energy will be better spent looking for your strengths and amplifying them. Liste...

Let's ditch the belief that being a doctor automatically means you can easily shed pounds. This damaging notion is all too common in the medical community. Our training teaches us valuable information, but it also instills habits that can make healthy choices harder to prioritize. It's frustrating to talk about wellness with patients all day, only to find yourself mindlessly eating chips on the co...

Do you have a big goal that's overwhelming you with fear and doubt? I'm here to help! This week's podcast episode is all about giving you the tools you need to push past that overwhelm and start making real progress towards your goal. **** Enjoying this podcast? Please share it with someone who would benefit.  And don't forget to hit "follow" so you get all the new episodes as soon as they are rel...

We all slip up sometimes. It's natural to crave unhealthy foods in today's world.  When you have the skill of getting back to what was working, it's no big deal at all.  That's why I want to share my best tips for getting back to low carb eating after indulging on a girls trip last week! Whether you're following a low-carb diet or not, my practical tips will help you get back on track quickly and...

Physicians, Are you struggling with the idea of planning your food in advance? You're not alone. Between you and me..I lost most of my weight without planning my meals. And I still don't plan what I'm eating very often.  The truth is, planning can be a powerful tool in your weight loss journey.  However, there is no "one right way" to lose weight.  If you have a rebellious streak or feel overwhelm...

Many physicians spend large parts of their life thinking that they suck at weight loss.  If you have ever thought the same, this episode is dedicated to you. Listen to learn how reframing the way you think about failures will actually help you move towards your goals. **** Enjoying this podcast? Please share it with someone who would benefit.  And don't forget to hit "follow" so you get all the ne...

Are food cravings and stress eating sabotaging your weight loss goals? It's time to take back control!  In this episode I'm sharing a 3-step process to help you start feeling in control around food. **** Enjoying this podcast? Please share it with someone who would benefit.  And don't forget to hit "follow" so you get all the new episodes as soon as they are released. *** Want more support staying...

We all dread being on a diet. Nobody dreams of living her life on a diet. So why do we keep returning to them again and again when we want to lose weight? Because we have never been taught a better way. You have been taught a one note response to your weight concerns.  Diet. And when that doesn't work, try a diet again. It's time for a different approach! Listen to this episode to learn a 3 step a...