In this candid and insightful episode, Coach Jenn and I dive deep into the role of dopamine in emotional eating and distractions.

We unpack the science behind why we crave certain foods and activities, distinguishing between real pleasure and the deceptive allure of false pleasure.

I share some of my personal journey, reflecting on my growth and the strategies I have implemented to manage tempting foods.

Together, Coach Jenn and I provide practical tips and encouragement for women who struggle with emotional eating, highlighting the importance of becoming aware of your eating habits and processing emotions rather than seeking quick fixes.

Key Takeaways:

Understanding Dopamine:

· The role of dopamine in our brain and how it influences our cravings and behaviors.

· The difference between real pleasure (lasting satisfaction) and false pleasure (temporary highs).

Emotional Eating:

· Why we turn to food for comfort and distraction.

· The importance of...

Do you ever feel like the word “hard” stops you in your tracks?

In this episode, discover how your perception of “hard” can either hold you back or push you forward in your personal transformation as Coach Jenn and I dive into the “hard” you choose and discuss the fears of failure and success that keep many stuck in the dieting loop.

As we pass through the middle of the year, reflect on how quickly this year is flying by and take this time to check in on your progress and reassess your goals.

Understand the significance of sustained success over temporary results and why it’s crucial to choose the path of transformation over familiar yet ineffective methods.

Discover the beauty of hard work, likened to a caterpillar transforming into a butterfly, and learn how embracing imperfections and setbacks can allow you to recognize your self-worth and embark on the journey towards true lasting change.

Tune in to this week’s episode as Shannan...

Summer is officially here, and with it comes a season full of fun plans, BBQs, pool parties, beach days, and endless opportunities to soak up the sun.

Whether it’s the pressure to look a certain way, or the fear of missing out, summer can bring a mix of emotions, and some might feel a bit of dread creeping in, especially when it comes to the desire to hide your body. But fear not! We’re here to navigate these feelings together and embrace this season with open arms.

Our bodies are incredible vessels that carry us through life, and summer is a perfect time to appreciate them. From the way your skin feels in the warm sun to the strength in your legs as you take a summer stroll, let’s celebrate the amazing things our bodies do for us every day.

In this episode I encourage all of my listeners to the #wearthething challenge! Step out of your comfort zones and wear that outfit you’ve been saving for a special occasion, the swimsuit you’ve been hesitant to...

Are you tired of the constant battle with overeating?

This week, join Coach Jenn and I as we dive into the three main culprits behind overeating: habit eating, emotional eating, and losing touch with your body’s signals.

Discover how automatic responses, coping mechanisms, and disconnection from bodily cues contribute to your struggle.

In this eye-opening episode, we emphasize the power of reconnecting with your body and truly listening to its signals.

I unveil the “Transform Boss” approach, a comprehensive plan encompassing eating basics, brain basics, body basics, and emotion basics, designed to revolutionize your weight loss journey and mental well-being.

Tune in for practical tips on overcoming habit and emotional eating, such as pausing to assess your true desires and needs, and practicing self-compassion.

Don’t miss out on this transformative conversation and learn the importance of slowing down, being intentional, and tuning into your body’s...

In this episode, we delve into the concept of “Success Pain” and its impact on losing weight.

Success Pain refers to the subconscious tendency to create failure out of a need for familiarity and comfort.

When it comes to weight loss, this manifests itself as self-sabotage, where individuals revert to unhealthy habits despite their progress.

This psychological barrier makes lasting change difficult, as the comfort of known pain outweighs the uncertainty of new success.

Join Coach Jenn and I as we explore strategies to overcome Success Pain and pave the way for sustainable weight loss and personal growth.

In this episode…

[2:59] Success pain is a way that we sabotage our success, but it’s drawn from pain.

[3:59] We are wired to seek comfort and avoid pain.

[6:46] We keep creating success pain in our lives to ultimately sabotage all off the success that we want in our lives.

[9:08] Coaching vs therapy.

[10:38] You can’t fill your soul with food.

...

In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of emotional eating.

Often considered a buzzword, emotional eating is a complex issue that affects many people.

We explore what emotional eating truly means, why it happens, and practical strategies to address it.

Join Coach Jenn and I as we unravel the psychology behind eating behaviors and offer insights into creating a healthier relationship with food.

In this episode…

[2:28] What is emotional eating?

[6:20] Using food to numb your emotions

[11:10] Next week’s episode

[12:18] The panic in gaining weight

[13:25] Buffering with food

[18:20] Processing emotion

[19:19] What to do

[20:07] Identifying your triggers and emotions

[26:57] Time for a time-out

Sabotage. It’s such a big word.

I think all humans do it in some way.

It’s almost normalized.

Everything is going good and then boom, the other shoe drops.

You’re in this repetitive cycle that seems to never end.

In today’s episode of the podcast, we talk about sabotage and we give you tips on what to do when you start to sabotage yourself.

In this episode…

[2:53] I think all humans sabotage in some way, form, or fashion in their life.

[4:03] Change is danger.

[4:54] Your results come from your thinking.

[6:00] The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks.

[8:20] Sabotage comes up in so many different areas.

[12:14] Perfectionism.

[13:37] You’ll have these guardrails and these things in place that will help you move forward.

[14:05] Sabotaging in weight loss shows up in many ways.

[15:49] We prevent ourselves from having success and from reaching our goals and dreams.

[18:26] Be aware of when you’re doing it.

[19:12] Shine a light on it because...

Where are you with weight loss?

Are you still searching the internet for the magical pill or solution?

When you’re trying to lose weight, there is a lot of noise.

“You should do this, you should do that. You shouldn’t do this and you shouldn’t do that.”

The noise is always there in the back of your mind along with worry, shame, and guilt.

This noise, this mental weight is the hardest part of the journey.

If you want to quiet the noise and lose the mental weight, come join us in Transform Boss.

In this episode…

[1:14] Where are you with weight loss?

[3:16] The human experience is full of an arrange of emotions and experiences. Not all of them are good and not all of them are bad.

[3:27] When you’re trying to lose weight, there is a lot of noise.

[4:51] The noise and the mental weight are the hardest part of this journey.

[5:23] The noise will always be there.

[6:05] This belief that you should be different is what’s keeping you...

I remember leaving a Weight Watchers meeting and thinking I can’t do this anymore.

I remember feeling hopeless because I had done everything and couldn’t lose the weight and keep it off.

I made a decision in that parking lot and that decision was that I was going to figure this out and never diet again.

In today’s episode of the podcast, I share my journey and give you the solution to finding long-term weight loss.

In this episode…

[3:38] I want to make weight loss easy.

[7:43] We fear the judgment of others because of the judgment we have for ourselves.

[9:13] Three foundational pieces of the solution.

[9:18] One of the foundational pieces is coaching.

[14:44] The next foundational piece is having the tools so that you know how to lose weight for the long-term.

[19:07] The third foundational piece is community.

What do you feel when you hear hard work?

I bet your brain gets overwhelmed and then you don’t want to do anything.

Many people feel that weight loss is hard work.

When I was on the diet rollercoaster, weight loss was hard.

Now, I think differently.

I believe weight loss is easy.

In today’s episode of the podcast, I walk you through a few steps of the process and show you how to make weight loss easy.

In this episode…

[1:55] I can look back at my life and see that anything that has been worth anything has been difficult and hard and has had challenges.

[3:06] I think weight loss can be easy.

[4:53] When I say that there’s hard work, your brain gives you an excuse not to do anything.

[5:57] The steps in the process to make weight loss easy.

[8:27] Your amygdala, your lizard brain, wants you to stay the same, it does not want you to change.