Her Genius: Beyond Dieting

Lee Sears & Mimi Sullivan
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We’re two friends on a mission to help you succeed after your surgery. As life coaches, empty-nesters, busy entrepreneurs and menopausal women, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to health and wellness, but we do know what has worked for us and other women in our programs. Stick with us as we explore a variety of doable and motivational ways you can find success after bariatric and weight loss surgery. It IS possible to live a healthier, saner, and more fulfilling life you enjoy - while also losing weight and maintaining your weight loss.

  1. 11/14/2023

    What Is Weight Loss Surgery

    In this podcast, we are talking about: What weight loss surgery is and some of the different types available Why someone might consider this surgery as the right options for them The stigma that still exists around getting or not getting surgery Success rates - both short term and long term This is an important episode if you are contemplating weight loss surgery or a revision OR if you’ve recently had surgery and you’re thinking “what did I just do to myself” OR you just want to better understand what weight loss surgery is? We are not surgeons and we are not recommending that you do or don’t get surgery for yourself, this is a discussion to help you become better informed as you gather information about what might be the right path for you. It’s also helpful if you’ve had the surgery and want to better understand the emotions you might be struggling with. Here is the link to last week’s podcast which talks about the importance of your mindset after you’ve had weight loss surgery:https://www.hergenius.co/podcasts/her-genius-beyond-dieting/episodes/2148247509 Here are the links we referenced throughout this podcast: Long Term Study on Bariatric Surgery [National Institute of Health] How Effective Is Bariatric Surgery Gastric Bypass vs Gastric Sleeve   FREE DOWNLOADS / PRODUCTS If you’ve had bariatric surgery, make sure and grab our tapping series recorded specifically for you! Free ‘Stop Stressing the “Stall” Start Tapping’ Video Series HOW TO CONNECT WITH USWork with us: https://www.hergenius.co/work-with-usYouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jz7ZnCE2riBCJyoML8tJgHerGenius Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Chmxjj5OBfkjoS2Bl2QhwRead the Blog: Click here to read more on the blog.   ABOUT USWe’re two friends on a mission to disrupt the insanity of diet culture and replace it with something positive, life-affirming and effective. We’re talking to you if you - like us - have felt likea poster child for “diet failure" - or that diets work for other people just not you - or like you just can’t stick to anything - Or this would work if only you were disciplined enough! - blah, blah, blah - If that’s you, then we are here to tell you that the problem is not YOU. The problem is dieting. As life coaches, empty-nesters, busy entrepreneurs and menopausal women, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to health and wellness, but we do know what has worked for us and other women in our programs. What’s abundantly clear to us is that there is no silver bullet diet or exercise regimen. Period. Full stop. And we’ve tried a lot of them! Stick with us as we explore a variety of doable and motivational ways you can free yourself from a lifetime of yoyo dieting. It IS possible to live a healthier, saner, and more fulfilling life you enjoy. Music provided by dmd_productions

    What Is Weight Loss Surgery

  2. 10/31/2023

    Why you need mindset support AFTER weight loss surgery

    This episode shares why we believe working on your mindset AFTER weight loss surgery is so important. Fear is a natural companion to planning, having and recovering from weight loss surgery. Fear of having the surgeryFear in the early days after the surgeryFear of weight regainFear of stallsFear of complicationsFear that you won’t know what to doFear that you won’t have anyone to turn toFear that people will judge you for having the surgeryFear that people won’t accept you after you lose the weight (because they are used to you being the overweight person)Fear about relationship changesFear that your food addictions and cravings will come backFear that you will be afraid forever! The benefit of mindset work is that it has a lot to do with becoming curious instead of staying fearful. Wouldn't that be a much better state of mind! Listen today as we talk about fear, mindset and the power of curiosity.   IMPORTANT LINKS BELOW! FREE DOWNLOADS / PRODUCTS If you’ve had bariatric surgery, make sure and grab our tapping series recorded specifically for you! Free ‘Stop Stressing the “Stall” Start Tapping’ Video Series HOW TO CONNECT WITH USWork with us: https://www.hergenius.co/work-with-usYouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jz7ZnCE2riBCJyoML8tJgHerGenius Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Chmxjj5OBfkjoS2Bl2QhwRead the Blog: Click here to read more on the blog.   ABOUT USWe’re two friends on a mission to disrupt the insanity of diet culture and replace it with something positive, life-affirming and effective. We’re talking to you if you - like us - have felt likea poster child for “diet failure" - or that diets work for other people just not you - or like you just can’t stick to anything - Or this would work if only you were disciplined enough! - blah, blah, blah - If that’s you, then we are here to tell you that the problem is not YOU. The problem is dieting. As life coaches, empty-nesters, busy entrepreneurs and menopausal women, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to health and wellness, but we do know what has worked for us and other women in our programs. What’s abundantly clear to us is that there is no silver bullet diet or exercise regimen. Period. Full stop. And we’ve tried a lot of them! Stick with us as we explore a variety of doable and motivational ways you can free yourself from a lifetime of yoyo dieting. It IS possible to live a healthier, saner, and more fulfilling life you enjoy.   Music provided by dmd_productions

    Why you need mindset support AFTER weight loss surgery

  3. 10/25/2023

    Just tell me what to do - wandering in the weight loss wilderness after bariatric surgery

    In this week’s episode we talk about one of the most common things people say to us when they enter our community - “Just tell me what to do.” If you feel like you are wandering in the weight loss wilderness, come on in! - join us for this discussion today. We recognize that some people enter our community feeling confused. They are waiting for us to come at them with the lightning-quick, magic instructions - a repeat of ALL the other diet books and programs they've ever tried.     But, like you, we have learned that those "quick-fixes" never worked for long [if at all]. In fact, over time, those diets only led to more weight gain.  It can feel scary to engage your own intelligence, commit and be consistent. Because these are qualities that most overweight people think they do not possess when it comes to food. But we disagree. We challenge you to ask yourself - What if I DO have exactly what it takes to figure this out (with some guidance and support)? This conversation is 🔥 IMPORTANT LINKS BELOW! FREE DOWNLOADS / PRODUCTS If you’ve had bariatric surgery, make sure and grab our tapping series recorded specifically for you! Free ‘Stop Stressing the “Stall” Start Tapping’ Video Series HOW TO CONNECT WITH US Work with us:  https://www.hergenius.co/work-with-us YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jz7ZnCE2riBCJyoML8tJg HerGenius Spotify Playlist:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Chmxjj5OBfkjoS2Bl2Qhw Read the Blog:  Click here to read more on the blog. ABOUT US We’re two friends on a mission to disrupt the insanity of diet culture and replace it with something positive, life-affirming and effective.  We’re talking to you if you - like us - have felt like a poster child for “diet failure" -  or that diets work for other people just not you -  or like you just can’t stick to anything -  Or this would work if only you were disciplined enough! - blah, blah, blah - If that’s you, then we are here to tell you that the problem is not YOU. The problem is dieting. As life coaches, empty-nesters, busy entrepreneurs and menopausal women, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to health and wellness, but we do know what has worked for us and other women in our programs. What’s abundantly clear to us is that there is no silver bullet diet or exercise regimen. Period. Full stop. And we’ve tried a lot of them! Stick with us as we explore a variety of doable and motivational ways you can free yourself from a lifetime of yoyo dieting.  It IS possible to live a healthier, saner, and more fulfilling life you enjoy.    Music provided by dmd_productions

    Just tell me what to do - wandering in the weight loss wilderness after bariatric surgery

  4. 10/17/2023

    Greatest Hits Replay: Body Positivity vs Weight Goals - Can I make peace with my body and still want to change it?

    This week, we are sharing one of our most popular episodes:  Can I Make Peace With My Body And Still Want To Change It. We explore the idea of both wanting to be at peace with your body while also wanting to change it. Can these two desires co-exist? It can feel impossible to reconcile these seemingly irreconcilable concepts.  It goes against everything you’ve been taught about how to live as a woman in the world today. The body positivity movement is asking you to embrace your body exactly as it is, but every cultural image of women is steeped in looking and behaving in a very specific way.   We discuss how you can both love your body and wish there were parts of it that you can change.  And you can do this without following a strict diet protocol or exercising hours a day.   FREE DOWNLOADS / PRODUCTS If you’ve had bariatric surgery, make sure and grab our tapping series recorded specifically for you! Free ‘Stop Stressing the “Stall” Start Tapping’ Video Series   HOW TO CONNECT WITH US Work with us:  https://www.hergenius.co/work-with-us YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jz7ZnCE2riBCJyoML8tJg Getting Rich After Divorce Podcast:  https://www.hergenius.co/podcasts/her-genius-getting-rich-after-divorce HerGenius Spotify Playlist:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Chmxjj5OBfkjoS2Bl2Qhw Read the Blog:  Click here to read more about this topic on the blog.   ABOUT US We’re two friends on a mission to disrupt the insanity of diet culture and replace it with something positive, life-affirming and effective.  We’re talking to you if you - like us - have felt like a poster child for “diet failure" -  or that diets work for other people just not you -  or like you just can’t stick to anything -  Or this would work if only you were disciplined enough! If that’s you, then we are here to tell you that the problem is not YOU. The problem is dieting. As life coaches, empty-nesters, busy entrepreneurs and menopausal women, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to health and wellness, but we do know what has worked for us and other women in our programs. What’s abundantly clear to us is that there is no silver bullet diet or exercise regimen. Period. Full stop. And we’ve tried a lot of them! Stick with us as we explore a variety of doable and motivational ways you can free yourself from a lifetime of yoyo dieting.  It IS possible to live a healthier, saner, and more fulfilling life you enjoy.    Music provided by dmd_productions

    Greatest Hits Replay: Body Positivity vs Weight Goals - Can I make peace with my body and still want to change it?

  5. 10/10/2023

    Real Talk After Bariatric Surgery: Lee shares her journey

    In this episode of Beyond Dieting, we do something a little different. Mimi takes on the role of podcast host and ‘interviews’ Lee as a podcast guest. You’ll hear real talk about why Lee decided this was the right choice for her and what she experienced in those initial weeks immediately following surgery. Plus, she shares the exact things she had to do to be successful long term. This is a very personal and raw conversation and you’ll be blown away by the honesty with which Lee shares her journey. One of the tools Lee uses (and we teach in all our programs) is self-coaching through thoughtwork. Our systems are based on the teaching of Byron Katie - and we dedicated an entire episode to her book in a recent podcast. Click here to listen to the Byron Katie podcast   IMPORTANT LINKS BELOW! FREE DOWNLOADS / PRODUCTS If you’re ready to ditch dieting - and diet mentality, you want this free video series! Free ‘Stop Dieting Start Tapping’ Video Series If you’ve had bariatric surgery, make sure and grab our tapping series recorded specifically for you! Free ‘Stop Stressing the “Stall” Start Tapping’ Video Series HOW TO CONNECT WITH USWork with us: https://www.hergenius.co/work-with-usYouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jz7ZnCE2riBCJyoML8tJgGetting Rich After Divorce Podcast: https://www.hergenius.co/podcasts/her-genius-getting-rich-after-divorceHerGenius Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Chmxjj5OBfkjoS2Bl2QhwRead the Blog: Click here to read more about this topic on the blog.   ABOUT USWe’re two friends on a mission to disrupt the insanity of diet culture and replace it with something positive, life-affirming and effective. We’re talking to you if you - like us - have felt likea poster child for “diet failure" - or that diets work for other people just not you - or like you just can’t stick to anything - Or this would work if only you were disciplined enough! - blah, blah, blah - If that’s you, then we are here to tell you that the problem is not YOU. The problem is dieting. As life coaches, empty-nesters, busy entrepreneurs and menopausal women, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to health and wellness, but we do know what has worked for us and other women in our programs. What’s abundantly clear to us is that there is no silver bullet diet or exercise regimen. Period. Full stop. And we’ve tried a lot of them! Stick with us as we explore a variety of doable and motivational ways you can free yourself from a lifetime of yoyo dieting. It IS possible to live a healthier, saner, and more fulfilling life you enjoy. Music provided by dmd_productions

    Real Talk After Bariatric Surgery: Lee shares her journey

  6. 10/03/2023

    You're Not Broken When You Eat Something You Enjoy

    In this episode of Beyond Dieting, we talk about the fact that you are not “broken” when you eat something you enjoy!   Truthfully, you are “on track” 99% of the time! Why are we talking about this? It’s one of the most common things we hear from our clients. This idea of “not being able to stick to” what they think they “should do,” and feeling like something is wrong with them when they eat a Hersey’s kiss.  We want to talk about all the stuff you do right! There are so many messages telling women that we are doing food all wrong.  We don’t think you should be adding to those messages when you talk to yourself. Here is the Podcast that we referenced today regarding the #1 tool in your toolkit - your mindset.  Click here to listen. IMPORTANT LINKS BELOW!   FREE DOWNLOADS / PRODUCTS   If you’re ready to ditch dieting - and diet mentality, you want this free video series! Free ‘Stop Dieting Start Tapping’ Video Series If you’ve had bariatric surgery, make sure and grab our tapping series recorded specifically for you! Free ‘Stop Stressing the “Stall” Start Tapping’ Video Series HOW TO CONNECT WITH US Work with us:  https://www.hergenius.co/work-with-us YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jz7ZnCE2riBCJyoML8tJg Getting Rich After Divorce Podcast:  https://www.hergenius.co/podcasts/her-genius-getting-rich-after-divorce HerGenius Spotify Playlist:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Chmxjj5OBfkjoS2Bl2Qhw Read the Blog:  Click here to read more about this topic on the blog. ABOUT US We’re two friends on a mission to disrupt the insanity of diet culture and replace it with something positive, life-affirming and effective.  We’re talking to you if you - like us - have felt like a poster child for “diet failure" -  or that diets work for other people just not you -  or like you just can’t stick to anything -  Or this would work if only you were disciplined enough! - blah, blah, blah - If that’s you, then we are here to tell you that the problem is not YOU. The problem is dieting. As life coaches, empty-nesters, busy entrepreneurs and menopausal women, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to health and wellness, but we do know what has worked for us and other women in our programs. What’s abundantly clear to us is that there is no silver bullet diet or exercise regimen. Period. Full stop. And we’ve tried a lot of them! Stick with us as we explore a variety of doable and motivational ways you can free yourself from a lifetime of yoyo dieting.  It IS possible to live a healthier, saner, and more fulfilling life you enjoy.    Music provided by dmd_productions

    You're Not Broken When You Eat Something You Enjoy

  7. 09/26/2023

    5 Ways to Deal With Salt and Sugar Cravings After Surgery

    In today’s episode, we are talking about how to deal effectively with your salt and sugar (and carb!) cravings. We will touch on 5 ways to help you deal with your salt and sugar cravings after surgery. First of all - start the journey of self-forgiveness right now. Begin right this second, forgiving the pre-surgery version of you that got addicted to sugar and/or salty snack foods.  She (the YOU before surgery) was not a bad person. She dealt with cravings and food the best way she knew how. She is not someone to be ashamed of. She was in a tough spot. In fact, she will be a part of your ultimate success story because she has a LOT of information for you about what does and does NOT work for you as an individual. Your journey forward to ultimate success will be a path paved with victories and defeats. What’s different now is that you can learn HOW to turn a defeat into a new opportunity to find your way to a healthier future. This topic is complex! But it’s not so complex that you can’t figure out what works for you. IMPORTANT LINKS BELOW! FREE DOWNLOADS / PRODUCTS If you’re ready to ditch dieting - and diet mentality, you want this free video series! Free ‘Stop Dieting Start Tapping’ Video Series   If you’ve had bariatric surgery, make sure and grab our tapping series recorded specifically for you! Free ‘Stop Stressing the “Stall” Start Tapping’ Video Series HOW TO CONNECT WITH US Work with us:  https://www.hergenius.co/work-with-us YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jz7ZnCE2riBCJyoML8tJg   HerGenius Spotify Playlist:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Chmxjj5OBfkjoS2Bl2Qhw Read the Blog:  Click here to read more about this topic on the blog. ABOUT US We’re two friends on a mission to disrupt the insanity of diet culture and replace it with something positive, life-affirming and effective.  We’re talking to you if you - like us - have felt like a poster child for “diet failure" -  or that diets work for other people just not you -  or like you just can’t stick to anything -  Or this would work if only you were disciplined enough!  If that’s you, then we are here to tell you that the problem is not YOU. The problem is dieting. As life coaches, empty-nesters, busy entrepreneurs and menopausal women, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to health and wellness, but we do know what has worked for us and other women in our programs. What’s abundantly clear to us is that there is no silver bullet diet or exercise regimen. Period. Full stop. And we’ve tried a lot of them! Stick with us as we explore a variety of doable and motivational ways you can free yourself from a lifetime of yoyo dieting.  It IS possible to live a healthier, saner, and more fulfilling life you enjoy.  Music provided by dmd_productions

    5 Ways to Deal With Salt and Sugar Cravings After Surgery

  8. 09/19/2023

    Do you have Body Dysmorphia?

    In this episode of Beyond Dieting, we talk about Body Dysmorphia. This is how the Mayo Clinic defines body dysmorphia: “Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a mental health condition in which you can't stop thinking about one or more perceived defects or flaws in your appearance — most often these are flaws that appear minor or can't be seen by others. But you could feel so embarrassed, ashamed and anxious that you avoid being seen in social situations." You may find yourself still hiding in the back of photos. You might not believe the scale is working if the number is too low.  You continue to purchase larger clothes because you just don't see yourself as someone who should wear the smaller sizes that actually fit.   Many women can suffer from the symptoms of body dysmorphia because we have been raised with such unrealistic images of what a 'normal' woman's body looks like.   If you still see yourself as 'fat' even though you've lost weight, or you don't consider yourself a woman who exercises because you aren't an athlete, this podcast will help! IMPORTANT LINKS BELOW! FREE DOWNLOADS / PRODUCTS   If you’re ready to ditch dieting - and diet mentality, you want this free video series!   Free ‘Stop Dieting Start Tapping’ Video Series If you’ve had bariatric surgery, make sure and grab our tapping series recorded specifically for you!   Free ‘Stop Stressing the “Stall” Start Tapping’ Video Series HOW TO CONNECT WITH US Work with us:  https://www.hergenius.co/work-with-us YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6jz7ZnCE2riBCJyoML8tJg Getting Rich After Divorce Podcast:  https://www.hergenius.co/podcasts/her-genius-getting-rich-after-divorce HerGenius Spotify Playlist:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4Chmxjj5OBfkjoS2Bl2Qhw Read the Blog:  Click here to read more about this topic on the blog. ABOUT US We’re two friends on a mission to disrupt the insanity of diet culture and replace it with something positive, life-affirming and effective.    We’re talking to you if you - like us - have felt like a poster child for “diet failure" -  or that diets work for other people just not you -  or like you just can’t stick to anything -  Or this would work if only you were disciplined enough! - blah, blah, blah -   If that’s you, then we are here to tell you that the problem is not YOU. The problem is dieting.   As life coaches, empty-nesters, busy entrepreneurs and menopausal women, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to health and wellness, but we do know what has worked for us and other women in our programs.   What’s abundantly clear to us is that there is no silver bullet diet or exercise regimen. Period. Full stop. And we’ve tried a lot of them!   Stick with us as we explore a variety of doable and motivational ways you can free yourself from a lifetime of yoyo dieting.  It IS possible to live a healthier, saner, and more fulfilling life you enjoy.    Music provided by dmd_productions

    Do you have Body Dysmorphia?
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We’re two friends on a mission to help you succeed after your surgery. As life coaches, empty-nesters, busy entrepreneurs and menopausal women, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to health and wellness, but we do know what has worked for us and other women in our programs. Stick with us as we explore a variety of doable and motivational ways you can find success after bariatric and weight loss surgery. It IS possible to live a healthier, saner, and more fulfilling life you enjoy - while also losing weight and maintaining your weight loss.

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