PCOS Unfiltered: Nourish, Heal, Thrive

Lindsie Vizethann

Are you tired of chasing symptoms, searching for answers, and feeling like you're missing out on the life you want to live? Welcome to PCOS Unfiltered, the podcast for women who want to understand their symptoms, reclaim their energy, and create lasting wellness from the inside out. Hosted by Lindsie Vizethann, Registered Nurse, Certified Health & Nutrition Coach, Author, and Body Wisdom Guide, this podcast explores the connection between physical symptoms, stress, lifestyle, mindset, and the body's natural wisdom. Each week, you'll discover practical tools, expert insights, and empowering conversations on topics including women's health, chronic illness, fatigue, hormone health, gut health, stress management, burnout recovery, healthy habits, nutrition, breath work, nervous system regulation, holistic wellness, and everything in between. Whether you're navigating unexplained symptoms, seeking a deeper understanding of your health, or simply wanting more energy to be present for the people you love, you'll find encouragement, education, and inspiration here. Because your symptoms may not be the end of the story—they may be the beginning of a new conversation. It's time to stop merely surviving and start creating your own Healthy Ever After.

  1. 1d ago

    #142- Can a Cluttered Home Increase Stress? | Feng Shui Tips for a Peaceful Home (Replay)

    🌿Ready to take the next step?Listening is a great place to start, but lasting change happens when you begin putting these ideas into practice. Join us inside the Healthy Ever After app, where you'll find: ✨ A supportive community of women on the same journey🎙️ Every episode of PCOS Unfiltered🥗 Healthy recipes and meal ideas📝 Weekly challenges and Body Wisdom practices🎁 Free guides and exclusive resources📅 Live trainings, Q&As, and special events Download the Healthy Ever After app today and join us! 📱 Apple📱 Android Body Wisdom ChallengeThis week, I want you to take a look at your environment and choose ONE small space that could use a little more peace, organization, or intention. Not your entire house. Not every closet. Just ONE space. Maybe it's: ❤️ That junk drawer you've been avoiding❤️ Your kitchen counter that's constantly covered with things❤️ The pile of mail that's been sitting on your table❤️ Your bedroom, where clothes or other belongings have started accumulating❤️ Your dining table that's become a catch-all for everything except eating❤️ Your home office or workspace that leaves you feeling scattered❤️ An area of your home that you avoid because it makes you feel overwhelmed Before you change anything, pause and ask yourself: How do I feel when I walk into this space? Then consider: ❤️ Does this space feel peaceful or overwhelming? ❤️ Is there anything here that I no longer need or enjoy? ❤️ Does this environment support what I'm trying to accomplish? ❤️ What is ONE small change I could make today? Maybe it's clearing your nightstand, organizing one drawer, removing unnecessary items from your kitchen counter, or creating a dedicated space where you can enjoy your meals without distractions. Once you've made that change, take another moment to notice how you feel. Did anything shift? Maybe you feel a little calmer, more organized, or simply relieved that you finally tackled something you've been putting off. And remember, the goal isn't perfection. It's creating a space that feels supportive to YOU. Just like building healthier habits, creating a more peaceful environment doesn't have to happen overnight. Start small. Notice how you feel. Build from there. In This Episode, We Discuss:What Feng Shui actually is and how it goes beyond interior decoratingCommon Feng Shui misconceptions, including the belief that you need a red front doorHow Catherine describes the relationship between our living spaces, stress, and emotional well-beingWhy clutter can contribute to feelings of overwhelm, irritation, and mental exhaustionHow our homes may reflect the stress we're experiencing in our everyday livesWhy Catherine recommends prioritizing the bedroom and kitchen when creating a more supportive environmentSimple ways to make your bedroom feel more peaceful and conducive to restFeng Shui recommendations for kitchen countertops, knife storage, and organizationWhat the Feng Shui Bagua map represents and how practitioners use it to assess different areas of a homeKey Takeaways:Your environment can influence how you feel. Clutter, disorganization, noise, and other environmental factors may contribute to feelings of stress or overwhelm. Becoming more aware of your surroundings can help you identify changes that make your space feel more comfortable and supportive.Clutter and stress can influence each other. Catherine raises an important question: Are we stressed because our homes are cluttered, or are our homes cluttered because we're stressed? Recognizing this relationship can help us approach organization with more curiosity and less judgment.Your bedroom deserves special attention. Sleep is essential for physical and emotional well-being. Catherine encourages creating a bedroom that feels peaceful, organized, and dedicated to rest, including being mindful of clutter and the objects you associate with that space.Your kitchen environment can support healthier habits. A clear countertop, organized cooking space, and welcoming dining area may make meal preparation and mindful eating feel easier and more enjoyable.Connect with Catherine Dean:Catherine Dean is a certified Feng Shui professional who helps individuals create more balanced and harmonious environments through the principles of Feng Shui. Her interest in Feng Shui grew into a passion after she began exploring how our surroundings may influence the way we experience our homes, workplaces, and everyday lives. Catherine has training in both BTB Feng Shui and Flying Star Feng Shui, allowing her to bring different perspectives to the practice of balancing and harmonizing spaces. Through consultations, educational resources, and her newsletter, Catherine shares practical ways to bring greater intention, organization, and harmony into the places we spend our time. Want to learn more about Catherine's work, explore her blog, sign up for her newsletter, or inquire about a consultation? Website:https://catherinedeanfengshui.com/ If This Episode Resonated With You...Please take a moment to: ❤️ Share this episode with someone who feels stuck or is ready for a fresh perspective. ⭐ Leave a review to help more women discover PCOS Unfiltered. 🎧 Subscribe so you never miss a new episode. Remember: Your life isn't determined by your past, your diagnosis, or your circumstances. The stories you believe shape the choices you make—and every new choice is an opportunity to create a different future. ⚠️ Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health routine. 📘 Healthy for a Reason: 12 Practical Guidelines to Feel Like Yourself AgainIf you're tired of starting over, trying harder, and wondering why nothing seems to work, Healthy for a Reason was written for you. For years, we've been told the answer is more willpower, more restriction, and more rules. But if you've struggled with cravings, fatigue, emotional eating, poor sleep, or stubborn weight despite doing everything "right," you know it's not that simple. What if those struggles weren't signs that you've failed? What if they were your body's way of asking for something different? In Healthy for a Reason, Lindsie combines nearly two decades of nursing experience with practical health coaching strategies to help you understand what your body has been trying to tell you all along. You'll learn how to calm your nervous system, recognize your body's signals, build sustainable habits, and create lasting health by working with your body instead of constantly fighting against it. This isn't another diet book or a collection of quick fixes. It's a practical, compassionate guide to helping you reconnect with your body, rebuild trust in yourself, and finally understand why you're healthy for a reason. ✨ Available now in paperback and Kindle. 👉 Grab your copy HERE, available in paperback or on kindle 📝 Free Download: The Food Timeline TrackerUnlock the clues your body is already giving you. This simple worksheet helps you connect your meals to your hunger, cravings, and energy—so you can start spotting patterns, identifying insulin resistance symptoms, and making empowered food choices (no calorie counting required). Use it for just 2-3 days and prepare to be amazed at what you discover! ✅ What's included: Meal tracking prompts (before, during, after, and long after) Space to note physical, emotional, and energy changes Bonus reflection questions to guide your next steps 📥 Grab it HERE!

    #142- Can a Cluttered Home Increase Stress? | Feng Shui Tips for a Peaceful Home (Replay)
  2. 4d ago

    #141-Can Hypnotherapy Help You Break Old Patterns? | The Subconscious Mind Explained (Part 2)

    🌿Ready to take the next step?Listening is a great place to start, but lasting change happens when you begin putting these ideas into practice. Join us inside the Healthy Ever After app, where you'll find: ✨ A supportive community of women on the same journey🎙️ Every episode of PCOS Unfiltered🥗 Healthy recipes and meal ideas📝 Weekly challenges and Body Wisdom practices🎁 Free guides and exclusive resources📅 Live trainings, Q&As, and special events Download the Healthy Ever After app today and join us! 📱 Apple📱 Android Body Wisdom Challengehis week, I want you to practice something Matan talks about in our conversation: strengthening your ability to change by starting small. Think about ONE area of your life where you've been feeling stuck. Maybe it's: ❤️ Wanting to exercise regularly but struggling to get started❤️ Putting off something important because you're overthinking it❤️ Repeating a habit you know isn't supporting your health❤️ Telling yourself you're not disciplined or consistent❤️ Allowing past experiences to influence what you believe you're capable of❤️ Waiting until you feel completely ready before taking action❤️ Feeling like you need to change everything at once to make progress Instead of focusing on the entire problem, ask yourself: What's ONE small thing I could do differently today? Maybe it's: Putting your walking shoes beside your bed tonightTaking a five-minute walk instead of waiting until you have time for 30 minutesMaking one decision without spending hours second-guessing yourselfPausing before automatically saying yes to something you don't want to doChanging a small part of your morning routineReplacing "I'm just not consistent" with "I'm learning how to follow through"Then ask yourself: What would it feel like to become someone who trusts herself to make a different choice? You don't need to change everything overnight. And you don't need to wait until you feel completely confident. Start with one small action, practice it, and allow yourself to recognize the progress you're making. Remember, you're not just practicing a new behavior. You're building evidence that change is possible. In This Episode, We Discuss:Why people often make changes in response to pain rather than moving toward something they wantHow personal beliefs can influence our willingness to changeWhy developing a sense of choice and personal agency is important for transformationMatan's concept of practicing the "muscle of change" through small actionsHow one-degree changes can gradually influence habits and identityWhy overthinking and mental negotiation can contribute to procrastinationHow simplifying the first step can make it easier to follow throughMatan's perspective on self-hypnosis recordings and their potential role in behavior changeThe relationship between relaxation, sound healing, and hypnotic statesHow repeated experiences and messages may influence unconscious beliefsKey Takeaways:You can strengthen your ability to change by starting small. Matan encourages practicing small, manageable changes to build confidence and begin shifting the belief that you're someone who is stuck. Progress doesn't have to begin with a dramatic transformation.Overthinking can become another way of staying stuck. When we spend too much time negotiating with ourselves, we can use up energy without taking action. Simplifying the first step and reducing unnecessary decisions may make it easier to follow through.The stories we attach to our experiences can influence how we see ourselves. Matan explains that difficult experiences may shape beliefs about our worth, identity, and possibilities. Exploring those meanings can create an opportunity to develop a different perspective without denying what happened.Hypnotherapy is one approach to exploring unconscious beliefs and responses. Matan discusses how he uses hypnotherapy to help clients examine patterns and emotional triggers. Experiences and outcomes vary, and hypnotherapy is not a guaranteed solution or replacement for appropriate mental health treatment.Connect with Matan Cohen-Citron:Matan Cohen-Citron is a hypnotherapist and coach who helps people bridge the gap between knowing and doing. With more than 25 years of experience exploring the mind-body connection, Matan's journey began with yoga and movement practices and expanded into areas including Pilates, Qigong, energy healing, hypnosis, and approaches to personal change. Through hypnotherapy and coaching, he helps individuals explore unconscious beliefs and patterns that may be influencing their behavior and standing between them and the life they want to create. His work includes exploring limiting beliefs, anxiety, past experiences, personal growth, and performance. He emphasizes individualized approaches that combine curiosity, compassion, and practical tools to support meaningful change. Matan's philosophy centers on an important idea: Understanding a pattern is valuable, but creating and practicing a new way of responding is what helps move change into everyday life. Want to learn more about Matan and his work? 🌐 Website:http://matansmovement.com/ If This Episode Resonated With You...Please take a moment to: ❤️ Share this episode with someone who feels stuck or is ready for a fresh perspective. ⭐ Leave a review to help more women discover PCOS Unfiltered. 🎧 Subscribe so you never miss a new episode. Remember: Your life isn't determined by your past, your diagnosis, or your circumstances. The stories you believe shape the choices you make—and every new choice is an opportunity to create a different future. ⚠️ Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health routine. 📘 Healthy for a Reason: 12 Practical Guidelines to Feel Like Yourself AgainIf you're tired of starting over, trying harder, and wondering why nothing seems to work, Healthy for a Reason was written for you. For years, we've been told the answer is more willpower, more restriction, and more rules. But if you've struggled with cravings, fatigue, emotional eating, poor sleep, or stubborn weight despite doing everything "right," you know it's not that simple. What if those struggles weren't signs that you've failed? What if they were your body's way of asking for something different? In Healthy for a Reason, Lindsie combines nearly two decades of nursing experience with practical health coaching strategies to help you understand what your body has been trying to tell you all along. You'll learn how to calm your nervous system, recognize your body's signals, build sustainable habits, and create lasting health by working with your body instead of constantly fighting against it. This isn't another diet book or a collection of quick fixes. It's a practical, compassionate guide to helping you reconnect with your body, rebuild trust in yourself, and finally understand why you're healthy for a reason. ✨ Available now in paperback and Kindle. 👉 Grab your copy HERE, available in paperback or on kindle 📝 Free Download: The Food Timeline TrackerUnlock the clues your body is already giving you. This simple worksheet helps you connect your meals to your hunger, cravings, and energy—so you can start spotting patterns, identifying insulin resistance symptoms, and making empowered food choices (no calorie counting required). Use it for just 2-3 days and prepare to be amazed at what you discover! ✅ What's included: Meal tracking prompts (before, during, after, and long after) Space to note physical, emotional, and energy changes Bonus reflection questions to guide your next steps 📥 Grab it HERE!

    #141-Can Hypnotherapy Help You Break Old Patterns? | The Subconscious Mind Explained (Part 2)
  3. Oct 23

    #140-Why Do I Know What to Do But Still Can't Change? | The Subconscious Mind (Part 1)

    🌿Ready to take the next step?Listening is a great place to start, but lasting change happens when you begin putting these ideas into practice. Join us inside the Healthy Ever After app, where you'll find: ✨ A supportive community of women on the same journey🎙️ Every episode of PCOS Unfiltered🥗 Healthy recipes and meal ideas📝 Weekly challenges and Body Wisdom practices🎁 Free guides and exclusive resources📅 Live trainings, Q&As, and special events Download the Healthy Ever After app today and join us! 📱 Apple📱 Android Body Wisdom ChallengeThis week, I want you to get curious about ONE pattern you keep repeating, even though you know it's not helping you become the person you want to be. Maybe it's: ❤️ Putting everyone else's needs ahead of your own❤️ Telling yourself you'll start taking care of your health on Monday❤️ Avoiding something because you're afraid of failing❤️ Saying yes when you really want to say no❤️ Believing you're just not the kind of person who can stay consistent❤️ Falling back into familiar habits when life gets stressful Instead of judging yourself, I want you to ask: What belief might be keeping this pattern in place? Then ask yourself: Is this belief still serving the person I want to become? Choose ONE small action this week that supports the person you want to be. It doesn't have to be a dramatic change. Maybe it's taking a 10-minute walk, setting a boundary, or making time for yourself. Remember, you're not just changing a habit. You're beginning to create a new pattern. In This Episode, We Discuss:The difference between the conscious and unconscious mindWhy knowing what to do doesn't always translate into taking actionHow unconscious beliefs and familiar patterns may influence our behaviorWhy the brain often favors familiarity and perceived safety over changeHow childhood experiences, family beliefs, and cultural influences shape our perspectivesWhy even behaviors that don't serve us may have an underlying perceived benefitHow movies, television, and everyday messages influence what we believe is normalKey Takeaways:Knowing what to do and actually doing it are two different things. Information and motivation can be helpful, but our existing beliefs, habits, and emotional responses can also influence whether we follow through.Familiar patterns can feel safe, even when they aren't serving us. Matan explains that our tendency to return to familiar behaviors may help us understand why change sometimes feels uncomfortable.Our beliefs are shaped by more than our own experiences. Family, childhood, culture, media, and the messages we repeatedly encounter can influence how we see ourselves and what's possible for our lives.Breaking a pattern is only the beginning. Lasting behavior change often requires practicing a different response, not simply trying to stop an unwanted behavior.Connect with Matan Cohen-Citron:Matan Cohen-Citron is a hypnotherapist and coach who helps people bridge the gap between knowing and doing. With more than 25 years of experience exploring the mind-body connection, Matan's journey began with yoga and movement practices and expanded into areas including Pilates, Qigong, energy healing, hypnosis, and approaches to personal change. Through hypnotherapy and coaching, he helps individuals explore unconscious beliefs and patterns that may be influencing their behavior and standing between them and the life they want to create. His work includes exploring limiting beliefs, anxiety, past experiences, personal growth, and performance. He emphasizes individualized approaches that combine curiosity, compassion, and practical tools to support meaningful change. Matan's philosophy centers on an important idea: Understanding a pattern is valuable, but creating and practicing a new way of responding is what helps move change into everyday life. Want to learn more about Matan and his work? 🌐 Website:http://matansmovement.com/ If This Episode Resonated With You...Please take a moment to: ❤️ Share this episode with someone who feels stuck or is ready for a fresh perspective. ⭐ Leave a review to help more women discover PCOS Unfiltered. 🎧 Subscribe so you never miss a new episode. Remember: Your life isn't determined by your past, your diagnosis, or your circumstances. The stories you believe shape the choices you make—and every new choice is an opportunity to create a different future. ⚠️ Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health routine. 📘 Healthy for a Reason: 12 Practical Guidelines to Feel Like Yourself AgainIf you're tired of starting over, trying harder, and wondering why nothing seems to work, Healthy for a Reason was written for you. For years, we've been told the answer is more willpower, more restriction, and more rules. But if you've struggled with cravings, fatigue, emotional eating, poor sleep, or stubborn weight despite doing everything "right," you know it's not that simple. What if those struggles weren't signs that you've failed? What if they were your body's way of asking for something different? In Healthy for a Reason, Lindsie combines nearly two decades of nursing experience with practical health coaching strategies to help you understand what your body has been trying to tell you all along. You'll learn how to calm your nervous system, recognize your body's signals, build sustainable habits, and create lasting health by working with your body instead of constantly fighting against it. This isn't another diet book or a collection of quick fixes. It's a practical, compassionate guide to helping you reconnect with your body, rebuild trust in yourself, and finally understand why you're healthy for a reason. ✨ Available now in paperback and Kindle. 👉 Grab your copy HERE, available in paperback or on kindle 📝 Free Download: The Food Timeline TrackerUnlock the clues your body is already giving you. This simple worksheet helps you connect your meals to your hunger, cravings, and energy—so you can start spotting patterns, identifying insulin resistance symptoms, and making empowered food choices (no calorie counting required). Use it for just 2-3 days and prepare to be amazed at what you discover! ✅ What's included: Meal tracking prompts (before, during, after, and long after) Space to note physical, emotional, and energy changes Bonus reflection questions to guide your next steps 📥 Grab it HERE!

    #140-Why Do I Know What to Do But Still Can't Change? | The Subconscious Mind (Part 1)
  4. Oct 20

    #139- Why Can't I Stop Craving Sugar? | 10 Halloween Tricks & Treats

    🌿Ready to take the next step?Listening is a great place to start, but lasting change happens when you begin putting these ideas into practice. Join us inside the Healthy Ever After app, where you'll find: ✨ A supportive community of women on the same journey🎙️ Every episode of PCOS Unfiltered🥗 Healthy recipes and meal ideas📝 Weekly challenges and Body Wisdom practices🎁 Free guides and exclusive resources📅 Live trainings, Q&As, and special events Download the Healthy Ever After app today and join us! 📱 Apple📱 Android Body Wisdom ChallengeThis week, I want you to get curious about ONE sugar craving instead of automatically judging yourself for having it. The next time a craving shows up, ask yourself: What might my body actually be asking for? Maybe it's: ❤️ Nourishment because you haven't eaten enough❤️ Energy because you've gone too long between meals❤️ Rest because you're running on too little sleep❤️ Comfort because you're feeling stressed or overwhelmed❤️ Simply the enjoyment of something sweet Choose one moment this week to pause and notice what's happening before responding. And remember, enjoying a piece of Halloween candy doesn't mean you've failed at being healthy. In This Episode, We Discuss:Why sugar cravings aren't simply a matter of willpowerHow hunger and inconsistent eating can influence cravingsThe relationship between blood sugar fluctuations and the desire for something sweetWhy protein, fiber, and balanced meals can help support steadier energyHow stress and emotional needs may influence food choicesThe connection between sleep and appetite regulationWhy labeling foods as good or bad can create unnecessary guiltKey TakeawaysSugar cravings aren't always about willpower. Hunger, eating patterns, sleep, stress, food availability, and enjoyment can all influence cravings. Understanding those factors can help you respond more intentionally.Balanced nourishment matters. Eating consistently and including satisfying sources of protein, fiber, and other nutrients can support energy and help prevent excessive hunger.Restriction isn't always the answer. For some people, labeling foods as forbidden or repeatedly trying to avoid them can increase food preoccupation and guilt.Your relationship with food matters too. Enjoying something sweet doesn't automatically undo your healthy habits. One food choice doesn't define your overall health.Connect with Lindsie VizethannLindsie Vizethann is a nurse turned health and nutrition coach, Body Wisdom Guide, two-time author, podcaster, and speaker who helps women understand the messages behind their symptoms and create sustainable changes that support their health and their lives. Through her coaching, programs, and Healthy Ever After community, Lindsie helps women move away from all-or-nothing thinking and constantly starting over—and toward nourishing their bodies, supporting their nervous systems, building sustainable habits, and learning to trust their own Body Wisdom. She is the host of PCOS Unfiltered: Nourish, Heal, Thrive and the author of Healthy for a Reason: 12 Practical Guidelines to Feel Like Yourself Again, Have the Energy to Show Up, Keep Up, and Enjoy Life with the People You Love and Healing Beyond the Diagnosis: Rewrite Your PCOS Story to Reclaim Your Health. Want to work with Lindsie, join the Healthy Ever After community, explore her books, or connect with her on social media? https://linktr.ee/lindsievizethann   If This Episode Resonated With You...Please take a moment to: ❤️ Share this episode with someone who feels stuck or is ready for a fresh perspective. ⭐ Leave a review to help more women discover PCOS Unfiltered. 🎧 Subscribe so you never miss a new episode. Remember: Your life isn't determined by your past, your diagnosis, or your circumstances. The stories you believe shape the choices you make—and every new choice is an opportunity to create a different future. ⚠️ Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health routine. 📘 Healthy for a Reason: 12 Practical Guidelines to Feel Like Yourself AgainIf you're tired of starting over, trying harder, and wondering why nothing seems to work, Healthy for a Reason was written for you. For years, we've been told the answer is more willpower, more restriction, and more rules. But if you've struggled with cravings, fatigue, emotional eating, poor sleep, or stubborn weight despite doing everything "right," you know it's not that simple. What if those struggles weren't signs that you've failed? What if they were your body's way of asking for something different? In Healthy for a Reason, Lindsie combines nearly two decades of nursing experience with practical health coaching strategies to help you understand what your body has been trying to tell you all along. You'll learn how to calm your nervous system, recognize your body's signals, build sustainable habits, and create lasting health by working with your body instead of constantly fighting against it. This isn't another diet book or a collection of quick fixes. It's a practical, compassionate guide to helping you reconnect with your body, rebuild trust in yourself, and finally understand why you're healthy for a reason. ✨ Available now in paperback and Kindle. 👉 Grab your copy HERE, available in paperback or on kindle 📝 Free Download: The Food Timeline TrackerUnlock the clues your body is already giving you. This simple worksheet helps you connect your meals to your hunger, cravings, and energy—so you can start spotting patterns, identifying insulin resistance symptoms, and making empowered food choices (no calorie counting required). Use it for just 2-3 days and prepare to be amazed at what you discover! ✅ What's included: Meal tracking prompts (before, during, after, and long after) Space to note physical, emotional, and energy changes Bonus reflection questions to guide your next steps 📥 Grab it HERE!

    #139- Why Can't I Stop Craving Sugar? | 10 Halloween Tricks & Treats
  5. Oct 16

    #138-Why Is It So Hard to Trust Your Body? | Dieting, Food Rules & Body Image (Part 2)

    🌿Ready to take the next step?Listening is a great place to start, but lasting change happens when you begin putting these ideas into practice. Join us inside the Healthy Ever After app, where you'll find: ✨ A supportive community of women on the same journey🎙️ Every episode of PCOS Unfiltered🥗 Healthy recipes and meal ideas📝 Weekly challenges and Body Wisdom practices🎁 Free guides and exclusive resources📅 Live trainings, Q&As, and special events Download the Healthy Ever After app today and join us! 📱 Apple📱 Android Body Wisdom ChallengeThis week, I want you to identify ONE food rule you've been following that may no longer serve you. Maybe it's: ❤️ Avoiding certain foods because a diet told you to❤️ Ignoring your hunger to stick to a schedule❤️ Feeling guilty when you eat something you enjoy❤️ Believing you need to exercise to earn your food Now ask yourself: Is this rule actually helping me nourish my body, or is it keeping me disconnected from what my body needs? Choose one small way to practice listening to your body instead of automatically following that rule. Remember, your body deserves to be heard, not constantly controlled. In This Episode, We Discuss:How diet trends have evolved from SlimFast and the grapefruit diet to Atkins, keto, and carnivoreWhy familiar weight-loss approaches continue to return under different namesThe history of restrictive dieting and its influence on food behaviorsHow dieting and food restriction can affect hunger, fullness, and our relationship with foodWhy nutrition recommendations should consider individual needs, preferences, and circumstancesThe importance of recognizing how different foods make you feelPaula's personal experience with childhood weight stigma, restrictive eating, and severe malnutritionHow comments from family members and partners can influence body image and eating behaviorsMy own experiences with body shaming and restrictive food habitsKey Takeaways:Diet trends often repeat themselves. Many popular eating plans share similarities with approaches that have existed for decades. A new name or marketing strategy doesn't necessarily mean an entirely new approach to nutrition.Restrictive dieting can affect more than your weight. For some individuals, repeated food restriction can contribute to increased food preoccupation, stress around eating, and difficulty recognizing hunger and fullness cues.Nutrition isn't one-size-fits-all. Your nutritional needs can be influenced by your health, activity, preferences, medical conditions, and individual circumstances. A plan that works well for one person may not be appropriate for another.Words about our bodies can stay with us for years. Comments about weight, appearance, or food choices—especially during childhood or from people we trust—can have a lasting influence on body image and eating behaviors.Weight-loss treatments deserve informed conversations. Bariatric surgery and GLP-1 medications have potential benefits, risks, and limitations. Understanding those factors with qualified healthcare professionals is important when considering individual treatment options.Connect with Paula Atkinson:Paula D. Atkinson is a liberation psychotherapist, educator, and advocate for body acceptance who has spent more than 15 years working with individuals experiencing disordered eating, food obsession, exercise addiction, and body dissatisfaction. As a former professor of Weight & Society at George Washington University, Paula developed and taught a course exploring the history of fatphobia and society's cultural preference for thinness. Her work focuses on challenging harmful cultural beliefs about food, weight, and body image while helping individuals and organizations create more compassionate approaches to body acceptance. Paula also trains healthcare professionals, clinics, and organizations on reducing weight stigma and harm in a weight-focused culture. Her perspectives have been featured on NPR, numerous podcasts, and in national publications. She also appeared on Jubilee Media's Surrounded: 1 Health Expert vs. 20 Body Positivity Activists, participating in a conversation about body justice alongside Jillian Michaels. Want to learn more about Paula and her work? 🌐 Website:http://pauladatkinson.com/ 🔗 Connect with Paula:https://linktr.ee/pauladatkinson If This Episode Resonated With You...Please take a moment to: ❤️ Share this episode with someone who feels stuck or is ready for a fresh perspective. ⭐ Leave a review to help more women discover PCOS Unfiltered. 🎧 Subscribe so you never miss a new episode. Remember: Your life isn't determined by your past, your diagnosis, or your circumstances. The stories you believe shape the choices you make—and every new choice is an opportunity to create a different future. ⚠️ Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health routine. 📘 Healthy for a Reason: 12 Practical Guidelines to Feel Like Yourself AgainIf you're tired of starting over, trying harder, and wondering why nothing seems to work, Healthy for a Reason was written for you. For years, we've been told the answer is more willpower, more restriction, and more rules. But if you've struggled with cravings, fatigue, emotional eating, poor sleep, or stubborn weight despite doing everything "right," you know it's not that simple. What if those struggles weren't signs that you've failed? What if they were your body's way of asking for something different? In Healthy for a Reason, Lindsie combines nearly two decades of nursing experience with practical health coaching strategies to help you understand what your body has been trying to tell you all along. You'll learn how to calm your nervous system, recognize your body's signals, build sustainable habits, and create lasting health by working with your body instead of constantly fighting against it. This isn't another diet book or a collection of quick fixes. It's a practical, compassionate guide to helping you reconnect with your body, rebuild trust in yourself, and finally understand why you're healthy for a reason. ✨ Available now in paperback and Kindle. 👉 Grab your copy HERE, available in paperback or on kindle 📝 Free Download: The Food Timeline TrackerUnlock the clues your body is already giving you. This simple worksheet helps you connect your meals to your hunger, cravings, and energy—so you can start spotting patterns, identifying insulin resistance symptoms, and making empowered food choices (no calorie counting required). Use it for just 2-3 days and prepare to be amazed at what you discover! ✅ What's included: Meal tracking prompts (before, during, after, and long after) Space to note physical, emotional, and energy changes Bonus reflection questions to guide your next steps 📥 Grab it HERE!

    #138-Why Is It So Hard to Trust Your Body? | Dieting, Food Rules & Body Image (Part 2)
  6. Oct 9

    #136-Is There a Connection Between ADHD and PCOS? | Why Diets & Meal Plans Fail (Part 2)

    🌿Ready to take the next step?Listening is a great place to start, but lasting change happens when you begin putting these ideas into practice. Join us inside the Healthy Ever After app, where you'll find: ✨ A supportive community of women on the same journey🎙️ Every episode of PCOS Unfiltered🥗 Healthy recipes and meal ideas📝 Weekly challenges and Body Wisdom practices🎁 Free guides and exclusive resources📅 Live trainings, Q&As, and special events Download the Healthy Ever After app today and join us! 📱 Apple📱 Android Body Wisdom ChallengeThis week, I want you to look at ONE part of your nutrition routine that feels unnecessarily complicated. Maybe it's: ❤️ Following recipes with too many ingredients or steps❤️ Remembering to eat before your energy crashes❤️ Spending hours meal prepping only to abandon the plan❤️ Forgetting about healthy food hidden in your refrigerator❤️ Feeling overwhelmed by deciding what to eat❤️ Trying to follow a restrictive diet that doesn't fit your lifestyle❤️ Feeling guilty when you can't maintain a routine Instead of asking: Why can't I just stick to the plan? Try asking: What could I change to make nourishing myself easier? Maybe it's keeping prepared ingredients at eye level, assembling a simple meal instead of cooking from scratch, or making time for a short walk. Choose ONE small adjustment this week and notice how it affects your ability to follow through. Remember, your health doesn't have to look perfect to support you. In This Episode, We Discuss:Why traditional diets and meal plans can be difficult to sustainHow ADHD and executive function challenges affect healthy eatingWhy decision fatigue can make meal preparation overwhelmingAmy's approach to accessible nourishmentSimple strategies for making nutritious food more visible and convenientWhy consistent nourishment matters when supporting energy and blood sugarThe challenges of weight loss for women navigating ADHD and PCOS/PMOSKey Takeaways:Traditional diet advice isn't always practical. Being handed a meal plan doesn't mean you have the time, energy, executive function, or resources to follow it. Your approach to nutrition needs to fit your actual life.Accessible nourishment can make healthy eating easier. Simple meals, visible ingredients, prepared foods, and fewer decisions can help reduce barriers to eating consistently.ADHD can affect how you approach food. Working memory, prioritization, decision fatigue, and executive function challenges may make planning, preparing, and eating meals more difficult.Weight loss isn't the only measure of progress. Improved energy, more consistent nourishment, better daily routines, and feeling stronger are meaningful outcomes worth recognizing.Connect with Amy Jones:Amy Jones is a certified functional nutrition practitioner, certified ADHD life coach, and certified teacher. After nearly 20 years in education and receiving her own ADHD diagnosis at 45, Amy now helps neurodivergent and overwhelmed adults better understand the connection between nutrition, energy, executive function, hormones, and the realities of following through with healthy habits. Her approach focuses on making nourishment more accessible rather than simply giving people another plan they're expected to follow perfectly. Want to learn more about Amy and her work? 🌐 Website:http://www.amyjonesnutrition.com/ 📱 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/amyjonesnutrition/ If This Episode Resonated With You...Please take a moment to: ❤️ Share this episode with someone who feels stuck or is ready for a fresh perspective. ⭐ Leave a review to help more women discover PCOS Unfiltered. 🎧 Subscribe so you never miss a new episode. Remember: Your life isn't determined by your past, your diagnosis, or your circumstances. The stories you believe shape the choices you make—and every new choice is an opportunity to create a different future. ⚠️ Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health routine. 📘 Healthy for a Reason: 12 Practical Guidelines to Feel Like Yourself AgainIf you're tired of starting over, trying harder, and wondering why nothing seems to work, Healthy for a Reason was written for you. For years, we've been told the answer is more willpower, more restriction, and more rules. But if you've struggled with cravings, fatigue, emotional eating, poor sleep, or stubborn weight despite doing everything "right," you know it's not that simple. What if those struggles weren't signs that you've failed? What if they were your body's way of asking for something different? In Healthy for a Reason, Lindsie combines nearly two decades of nursing experience with practical health coaching strategies to help you understand what your body has been trying to tell you all along. You'll learn how to calm your nervous system, recognize your body's signals, build sustainable habits, and create lasting health by working with your body instead of constantly fighting against it. This isn't another diet book or a collection of quick fixes. It's a practical, compassionate guide to helping you reconnect with your body, rebuild trust in yourself, and finally understand why you're healthy for a reason. ✨ Available now in paperback and Kindle. 👉 Grab your copy HERE, available in paperback or on kindle 📝 Free Download: The Food Timeline TrackerUnlock the clues your body is already giving you. This simple worksheet helps you connect your meals to your hunger, cravings, and energy—so you can start spotting patterns, identifying insulin resistance symptoms, and making empowered food choices (no calorie counting required). Use it for just 2-3 days and prepare to be amazed at what you discover! ✅ What's included: Meal tracking prompts (before, during, after, and long after) Space to note physical, emotional, and energy changes Bonus reflection questions to guide your next steps 📥 Grab it HERE!

    #136-Is There a Connection Between ADHD and PCOS? | Why Diets & Meal Plans Fail (Part 2)
  7. Oct 6

    #135- Is There a Connection Between ADHD and PCOS? | Symptoms Women May Be Missing (Part 1)

    🌿Ready to take the next step?Listening is a great place to start, but lasting change happens when you begin putting these ideas into practice. Join us inside the Healthy Ever After app, where you'll find: ✨ A supportive community of women on the same journey🎙️ Every episode of PCOS Unfiltered🥗 Healthy recipes and meal ideas📝 Weekly challenges and Body Wisdom practices🎁 Free guides and exclusive resources📅 Live trainings, Q&As, and special events Download the Healthy Ever After app today and join us! 📱 Apple📱 Android Body Wisdom ChallengeThis week, I want you to notice ONE place where supporting your health consistently feels harder than it needs to be. Maybe it’s: ❤️ Making breakfast before your day gets busy❤️ Remembering to eat before you're starving❤️ Deciding what to make for dinner❤️ Preparing food when you're already exhausted❤️ Getting back into your routine after traveling❤️ Moving your body when your energy is low❤️ Feeling overwhelmed by too many choices Instead of asking: Why can't I just do this? Try asking: What is making this difficult and how could I make it easier? In This Episode, We Discuss:Amy's experience being diagnosed with ADHD at 45Why ADHD can be overlooked or misunderstood in womenAmy's experience with anxiety, depression, overwhelm, and burnout before her ADHD diagnosisWhy knowing what to do and actually being able to do it are two different thingsEmerging research exploring a possible overlap between ADHD and PCOS/PMOSBlood sugar, insulin resistance, energy, and neurodivergenceWhy inconsistent eating can make an already demanding day feel harderHow ADHD and executive function can affect eating and meal preparationKey Takeaways:Knowing what to do isn't always enough. Executive function, energy, appetite, routines, and decision fatigue can all affect whether you're actually able to follow through with healthy habits.ADHD can present differently in women. Amy shares how her own symptoms were attributed to anxiety and depression for years before she received an ADHD diagnosis at 45.Researchers are exploring a possible connection between ADHD and PCOS/PMOS, but the science is still developing.Make nourishment more accessible. Instead of building the “perfect” plan, look at your actual day and identify what gets in the way of eating consistently and nourishing yourself.Connect with Amy Jones:Amy Jones is a certified functional nutrition practitioner, certified ADHD life coach, and certified teacher. After nearly 20 years in education and receiving her own ADHD diagnosis at 45, Amy now helps neurodivergent and overwhelmed adults better understand the connection between nutrition, energy, executive function, hormones, and the realities of following through with healthy habits. Her approach focuses on making nourishment more accessible rather than simply giving people another plan they're expected to follow perfectly. Want to learn more about Amy and her work? 🌐 Website:http://www.amyjonesnutrition.com/ 📱 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/amyjonesnutrition/ If This Episode Resonated With You...Please take a moment to: ❤️ Share this episode with someone who feels stuck or is ready for a fresh perspective. ⭐ Leave a review to help more women discover PCOS Unfiltered. 🎧 Subscribe so you never miss a new episode. Remember: Your life isn't determined by your past, your diagnosis, or your circumstances. The stories you believe shape the choices you make—and every new choice is an opportunity to create a different future. ⚠️ Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health routine.   📘 Healthy for a Reason: 12 Practical Guidelines to Feel Like Yourself AgainIf you're tired of starting over, trying harder, and wondering why nothing seems to work, Healthy for a Reason was written for you. For years, we've been told the answer is more willpower, more restriction, and more rules. But if you've struggled with cravings, fatigue, emotional eating, poor sleep, or stubborn weight despite doing everything "right," you know it's not that simple. What if those struggles weren't signs that you've failed? What if they were your body's way of asking for something different? In Healthy for a Reason, Lindsie combines nearly two decades of nursing experience with practical health coaching strategies to help you understand what your body has been trying to tell you all along. You'll learn how to calm your nervous system, recognize your body's signals, build sustainable habits, and create lasting health by working with your body instead of constantly fighting against it. This isn't another diet book or a collection of quick fixes. It's a practical, compassionate guide to helping you reconnect with your body, rebuild trust in yourself, and finally understand why you're healthy for a reason. ✨ Available now in paperback and Kindle. 👉 Grab your copy HERE, available in paperback or on kindle 📝 Free Download: The Food Timeline TrackerUnlock the clues your body is already giving you. This simple worksheet helps you connect your meals to your hunger, cravings, and energy—so you can start spotting patterns, identifying insulin resistance symptoms, and making empowered food choices (no calorie counting required). Use it for just 2-3 days and prepare to be amazed at what you discover! ✅ What's included: Meal tracking prompts (before, during, after, and long after) Space to note physical, emotional, and energy changes Bonus reflection questions to guide your next steps 📥 Grab it HERE!

    #135- Is There a Connection Between ADHD and PCOS? | Symptoms Women May Be Missing (Part 1)
  8. Oct 2

    #134-How Can I Reduce Facial Hair With PCOS? | Laser, Nutrition & Lifestyle

    🌿Ready to take the next step?Listening is a great place to start, but lasting change happens when you begin putting these ideas into practice. Join us inside the Healthy Ever After app, where you'll find: ✨ A supportive community of women on the same journey🎙️ Every episode of PCOS Unfiltered🥗 Healthy recipes and meal ideas📝 Weekly challenges and Body Wisdom practices🎁 Free guides and exclusive resources📅 Live trainings, Q&As, and special events Download the Healthy Ever After app today and join us! 📱 Apple📱 Android Body Wisdom ChallengeThis week, I want you to forget about completely overhauling your health. Instead, ask yourself: What is ONE thing I can add this week to better support my body? Not five things. Not a new diet. Not a list of everything you need to stop eating or doing. Just one addition. Maybe you: ❤️ Add protein to breakfast❤️ Drink more water❤️ Take five slow breaths❤️ Add vegetables to one meal❤️ Take a 10-minute walk❤️ Spend a few minutes outside❤️ Write down what you're feeling❤️ Give yourself a little more grace Choose something that feels realistic for your life and practice it this week. In This Episode, We Discuss:PCOS and unwanted facial hairHannah's experience using laser hair removal and electrolysis with women experiencing facial hairHow unwanted facial hair can affect confidence and self-imageWhy Hannah sees her work as about more than simply removing hairThe concept of addition over subtractionWhy starting a health journey with restriction can feel overwhelmingAdding protein, vegetables, fruit, and other nourishing foods before focusing on what to removeWhy starting with just one meal can make nutrition changes feel more manageableNervous system support and changing habitsKey TakeawaysPCOS facial hair can affect more than appearance. Hannah shares how helping women reduce unwanted facial hair through laser and electrolysis can also influence confidence and how comfortable they feel showing up in the world.You don't have to begin by taking everything away. Adding nourishing foods and supportive habits first can make change feel less restrictive and more sustainable.Start smaller than you think you need to. If changing every meal feels overwhelming, start with one. If a workout feels impossible, start with a short walk. If journaling feels daunting, write one sentence.Connect with Hannah Al-RaeeHannah Al-Raee is the owner of Tampa Bay Laser in Clearwater, Florida, and has nearly two decades of experience in laser hair removal, electrolysis, and skin care. Through her work, Hannah has supported many women with PCOS who are navigating unwanted facial hair, helping them address the hair itself while also recognizing the impact it can have on confidence and self-image. Want to learn more about Hannah and Tampa Bay Laser? 🌐 Website:https://tampabaylaser.com/ If This Episode Resonated With You...Please take a moment to: ❤️ Share this episode with someone who feels stuck or is ready for a fresh perspective. ⭐ Leave a review to help more women discover PCOS Unfiltered. 🎧 Subscribe so you never miss a new episode. Remember: Your life isn't determined by your past, your diagnosis, or your circumstances. The stories you believe shape the choices you make—and every new choice is an opportunity to create a different future. ⚠️ Podcast Disclaimer This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health routine. 📘 Healthy for a Reason: 12 Practical Guidelines to Feel Like Yourself AgainIf you're tired of starting over, trying harder, and wondering why nothing seems to work, Healthy for a Reason was written for you. For years, we've been told the answer is more willpower, more restriction, and more rules. But if you've struggled with cravings, fatigue, emotional eating, poor sleep, or stubborn weight despite doing everything "right," you know it's not that simple. What if those struggles weren't signs that you've failed? What if they were your body's way of asking for something different? In Healthy for a Reason, Lindsie combines nearly two decades of nursing experience with practical health coaching strategies to help you understand what your body has been trying to tell you all along. You'll learn how to calm your nervous system, recognize your body's signals, build sustainable habits, and create lasting health by working with your body instead of constantly fighting against it. This isn't another diet book or a collection of quick fixes. It's a practical, compassionate guide to helping you reconnect with your body, rebuild trust in yourself, and finally understand why you're healthy for a reason. ✨ Available now in paperback and Kindle. 👉 Grab your copy HERE, available in paperback or on kindle 📝 Free Download: The Food Timeline TrackerUnlock the clues your body is already giving you. This simple worksheet helps you connect your meals to your hunger, cravings, and energy—so you can start spotting patterns, identifying insulin resistance symptoms, and making empowered food choices (no calorie counting required). Use it for just 2-3 days and prepare to be amazed at what you discover! ✅ What's included: Meal tracking prompts (before, during, after, and long after) Space to note physical, emotional, and energy changes Bonus reflection questions to guide your next steps 📥 Grab it HERE!

    #134-How Can I Reduce Facial Hair With PCOS? | Laser, Nutrition & Lifestyle

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Are you tired of chasing symptoms, searching for answers, and feeling like you're missing out on the life you want to live? Welcome to PCOS Unfiltered, the podcast for women who want to understand their symptoms, reclaim their energy, and create lasting wellness from the inside out. Hosted by Lindsie Vizethann, Registered Nurse, Certified Health & Nutrition Coach, Author, and Body Wisdom Guide, this podcast explores the connection between physical symptoms, stress, lifestyle, mindset, and the body's natural wisdom. Each week, you'll discover practical tools, expert insights, and empowering conversations on topics including women's health, chronic illness, fatigue, hormone health, gut health, stress management, burnout recovery, healthy habits, nutrition, breath work, nervous system regulation, holistic wellness, and everything in between. Whether you're navigating unexplained symptoms, seeking a deeper understanding of your health, or simply wanting more energy to be present for the people you love, you'll find encouragement, education, and inspiration here. Because your symptoms may not be the end of the story—they may be the beginning of a new conversation. It's time to stop merely surviving and start creating your own Healthy Ever After.

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