Magic Mindset with Heather Maio

Heather Maio
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Welcome to the Magic Mindset, where we cover everything SELF. How you treat yourself, nourish yourself, speak to yourself, and everything in between. This podcast is for anyone looking to elevate their life. If you feel the pull to level up and live the life of your dreams, you are in the right place.

  1. 12/23/2025

    Habit Audit: Your End of Year Inventory

    Warning: You’re walking away from this episode with homework. You’ll need 10 minutes, a notebook, and some alone time — because today, we’re taking you through a real, honest end-of-year inventory. If you want 2026 to feel different, you need to understand what happened in 2025 — what worked, what didn’t, and what you’re done repeating. This episode is not about shame or guilt. It’s not a report card. It’s about getting clear on your habits, your patterns, and where your energy needs to shift — so you can walk into the new year with structure, self-respect, and a plan that fits your life. Ways to work with Heather:  Not Another Diet Book: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Another-Diet-Book-learning/dp/B0B45Q4CLH/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1656499379&sr=8-1 Schedule a Session: https://www.heathermaio.com/coaching-options

    25 min

  2. 12/16/2025

    Doing the Least — But Doing It Well

    The Holidays are here, and your motivation is low, your schedule is packed, and you’re feeling the urge to just “wait until January”… But can we not? We don’t want to start the year feeling bloated, hungover, and behind the ball.  In this episode, I’m reminding you that doing the least can still move you forward — if you do it with intention. You don’t need to be perfect. You don’t need to do it all. You just need to keep showing up for yourself, even in small ways. We will cover how to stay grounded in your health habits during the busiest season of the year — so you can maintain your momentum and protect your progress without burning out or starting over in January. Ways to work with Heather:  Not Another Diet Book: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Another-Diet-Book-learning/dp/B0B45Q4CLH/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1656499379&sr=8-1 Schedule a Session: https://www.heathermaio.com/coaching-options

    9 min

  3. 12/09/2025

    How to Know if You Are Hungry

    Have you ever found yourself wandering into the kitchen, opening the fridge, and thinking, “Why am I even here?” Today, we’re talking about how to tell the difference between true physical hunger and emotional eating triggers like stress, boredom, anxiety, or exhaustion. You’ll learn how to check in with yourself before you eat, so you can stop turning to food when food isn’t the problem — and start giving your body what it actually needs. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ·       Why we often eat when we’re not hungry — and why that’s not a failure ·       The HALT Method for quickly identifying your real need ·       What true hunger feels like (and how to tell it apart from a craving) ·       A simple 10-second pause that can change how you eat ·       What to do instead when you realize you’re just tired, stressed, or bored Ways to work with Heather: Not Another Diet Book: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Another-Diet-Book-learning/dp/B0B45Q4CLH/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1656499379&sr=8-1 Schedule a Session: https://www.heathermaio.com/coaching-options

    19 min

  4. 12/02/2025

    30 Minute Reset

    If you feel scattered, overwhelmed, emotionally all over the place — and keep finding yourself stuck in habits like mindless snacking, online shopping, or late-night scrolling — this reset is for you. In this episode, I’m walking you through the one habit that’s quietly wrecking your focus, mood, cravings, and consistency. ·       Why overstimulation is quietly trashing your energy and self-trust ·       How your habits may be wrecking your dopamine — and driving more impulsive behavior ·       What a 30-minute reset can do for your mood, cravings, and clarity ·       How to build this into your day without making it feel like punishment   No detox or cleanse is required. It’s about taking 30 intentional minutes to disconnect from stimulation and reconnect with your body, your mind, and what actually helps you feel good. Ways to work with Heather:  Not Another Diet Book: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Another-Diet-Book-learning/dp/B0B45Q4CLH/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1656499379&sr=8-1 Schedule a Session: https://www.heathermaio.com/coaching-options   What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

    14 min

  5. 11/25/2025

    Holiday Habits That Help — Not Hurt — Your Goals

    The holiday season doesn't have to mean weight gain, regret, or "starting over" in January. In this episode, we’re covering realistic, doable holiday habits that help you stay on track without food guilt, restriction, or missing out on what makes the season meaningful.  If you’ve ever felt like the holidays are a non-stop blur of snacks, stress, and slipping out of your routines — this one’s for you. Whether you're navigating food-heavy gatherings, emotional eating triggers, or just trying to maintain your momentum during the busiest time of year, you’ll walk away from this episode with practical tools to feel good in your body without giving up joy, connection, or dessert. ·       How to enjoy holiday food without losing control ·       Why “all or nothing” thinking ruins your progress this time of year ·       How to handle emotional eating and family stress without turning to food ·       Mindset shifts that help you make intentional choices — not impulsive ones ·       Easy strategies to keep your habits in place (even while traveling or hosting) This isn’t about restriction. It’s about respecting yourself through the season — and showing up for the version of you you’re working toward. Ways to work with Heather:  Not Another Diet Book: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Another-Diet-Book-learning/dp/B0B45Q4CLH/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1656499379&sr=8-1 Schedule a Session: https://www.heathermaio.com/coaching-options

    26 min

  6. 11/18/2025

    The One Meal That Will Change Your Entire Day

    If your energy crashes by 2 PM, you’re constantly craving sugar, or you feel like you’re starting over with food every single day — this episode is for you. In this quick, actionable listen, I’m walking you through how one simple, balanced meal — usually your first — can reset your body, reduce cravings, and make it easier to stay on track without relying on willpower all day. It is time for you to effortlessly start your day in a way that supports your energy, mindset, and metabolism — especially during busy, stressful seasons. Ways to work with Heather:  Not Another Diet Book: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Another-Diet-Book-learning/dp/B0B45Q4CLH/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1656499379&sr=8-1 Schedule a Session: https://www.heathermaio.com/coaching-options

    15 min

  7. 11/11/2025

    The Power of the Pause: Stop Numbing and Start Noticing

    Why do we always reach for food, wine, or our phones the minute we feel stressed or overwhelmed? And more importantly — how do we stop? In this episode, we’re talking about “the pause” — the powerful moment between urge and action — and how it can change everything when it comes to emotional eating, drinking, scrolling, or any other habit that’s keeping you stuck in a cycle. This episode is for you if: ·       You want to lose weight or feel better in your body ·       You’re stuck in patterns of late-night snacking, wine-as-reward, or doomscrolling ·       You feel like you know what to do, but you keep sabotaging yourself in the moment ·       You’re craving a new way to cope that doesn’t wreck your goals ·       What the “I’m about to…” moment is — and how to catch it before the habit takes over ·       The Pause & Choice Method: a simple framework to interrupt emotional autopilot ·       How to tell the difference between comforting yourself and abandoning yourself ·       Why self-soothing isn’t the problem — unconscious numbing is ·       The 5-Minute Rule to reduce cravings and respond with intention ·       How to validate your emotions without turning them into a binge ·       A mindset shift that helps you self-regulate instead of self-sabotage If you’ve ever said, “Why do I always do this to myself?” — this episode will help you pause long enough to finally choose differently. Ways to work with Heather:  Not Another Diet Book: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Another-Diet-Book-learning/dp/B0B45Q4CLH/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1656499379&sr=8-1 Schedule a Session: https://www.heathermaio.com/coaching-options     In this episode, you’ll learn:

    23 min

  8. 11/04/2025

    Coping without Crashing Out: How to Cope without Food, Wine & Scrolling

    When you're stressed, overwhelmed, or emotionally drained, it's easy to reach for quick fixes — food, wine, your phone, or another late-night Amazon scroll. But what happens when the things we turn to for comfort start making us feel worse? In this episode, we're talking about what it means to cope without your go-to coping mechanisms. You'll learn why you're wired to reach for dopamine hits when emotions get uncomfortable, and how to shift out of the cycle of self-sabotage without shaming yourself. We’ll unpack: ·       Why stress and exhaustion make you crave quick relief ·       The difference between emotional validation and emotional avoidance ·       How to pause, choose, and break the habit loop ·       What it means to self-soothe without numbing out ·       Practical tools to support your health goals — without relying on food or alcohol to survive your day If you're working to lose weight, feel better in your body, and build real emotional resilience, this episode will give you the insight (and compassion) to do exactly that. Ways to work with Heather:  Not Another Diet Book: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Another-Diet-Book-learning/dp/B0B45Q4CLH/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1656499379&sr=8-1 Schedule a Session: https://www.heathermaio.com/coaching-options

    24 min
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Welcome to the Magic Mindset, where we cover everything SELF. How you treat yourself, nourish yourself, speak to yourself, and everything in between. This podcast is for anyone looking to elevate their life. If you feel the pull to level up and live the life of your dreams, you are in the right place.

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