The Weight Within

Ashley And Gena P
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  • Personal Journals
  • Updated Monthly

A show about the things people don't talk about after you've lost weight.

Episodes

  1. May 6

    Season 2 Episode 3 - The Freedom to Evolve: CeCe Olisa on GLP-1's & Body Agency

    In a world that loves to put us in boxes, what happens when you decide to outgrow yours? This week on The Weight Within, we are joined by the incredible CeCe Olisa—entrepreneur, co-founder of the Curvy Con, and a pillar of the body-positive community. ​CeCe opens up about her personal decision to begin a GLP-1 weight loss journey and the firestorm of "community backlash" that followed. We discuss the transition from being a symbol for a movement to being an advocate for your own health, the nuances of body neutrality, and how to stay grounded when the internet has an opinion on your personal evolution. As always, we’re sharing our own reflections on what it means to choose yourself, even when it’s uncomfortable. ​Inside the Conversation ​The "Perfect Advocate" Trap: Navigating the pressure to stay the same for the sake of a brand or movement. ​The GLP-1 Experience: CeCe shares her personal "why" and how she separated medical necessity from societal pressure. ​Managing the Noise: How CeCe handled the online backlash and the lessons learned about digital boundaries. ​Holistic Transitions: Why wellness is a moving target and how to embrace "the remix" of your own life story. How are you navigating your own lifestyle transitions? We want to hear your stories of choosing your own path, regardless of the labels. Tag us on social media or leave a review with your thoughts on this episode! ​Follow us on instagram: @@theweightwithinpodcast ​Subscribe: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and everywhere you listen.

    1h 12m

  2. Mar 12

    Season 2 Ep 2: Why "Healthy" Doesn't Work for Everyone with Yan Huo from the Art of Wellness Center

    Ashley and Gena talk candidly with Yan Huo about why "healthy" doesn't work for everyone and the science of transformation genes, lifestyle, and mental health. Integrating East meets West healing approaches, Yan has 25 years of clinical experience in clinical trauma work, relationship therapy, holistic nutrition, and food therapy. She has been in private practice for 17 years, educating the community about holistic healing and how to advocate for their own mind, body, ans spirit healing.

    57 min

  3. Feb 16

    Season 2, Episode 1 - From pressure to partnership- working with your body instead of fighting it.

    From pressure to partnership- working with your body instead of fighting it. This season can gently dismantle the idea that wellness is about perfection, urgency, or moral value -and replace it with context, physiology, and compassion.

    37 min

  4. 10/22/2025

    Episode 5- Reflect, Integrate & Evolve

    In this season finale episode, we take a heartfelt look back at the journey we’ve shared — from unraveling body dysmorphia to redefining discipline, nutrition, and rest. This closing chapter brings it all together, highlighting how true wellness is about self-compassion, integration, and creating a life that feels as good as it looks. Thank you for being part of this space — the journey doesn’t end here.

    40 min

  5. 09/05/2025

    Episode 4 Rest is a Skill: The Power of Recovery

    Ashley and Gena discuss their journey and how discovering the importance of rest transformed their lives. Rest can come in many forms, and we cover all of that and share what our favorites are. Opinions are our own. Music used with permission from artist.

    42 min

  6. 07/01/2025

    Episode 3 - Discipline or consistency?

    In this episode, Ashley and Gena debate on which is more important...discipline or consistency?

    29 min

  7. 06/03/2025

    Episode 2 "Is it a Meal or is it a snack?"

    in Episode 2, Ashley and Gena talk about their food journeys and how they leaened from them.

    35 min

  8. 05/09/2025

    Episode 1 "The Silent Struggle"

    In this episode, Ashley and Gena chat about the hidden emotional weight - shame,guilt, fear- that comes with body image issues. They explore how society, media, family, and friends can influence and shape our relationship with our bodies and food.

    57 min
  • 8 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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About

A show about the things people don't talk about after you've lost weight.

Information

  • Creator
    Ashley And Gena P
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ashley And Gena P
  • Show Website
    The Weight Within

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