The Grit & Grace Podcast with Dr. Lori Doddy

Lori Doddy
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Welcome to the Grit & Grace podcast! I'm Dr. Lori Doddy and we're going to talk about topics that help you live life with a powerful combination of perseverance and resilience with a heavy dose of grace. Join me each week and expect straight from the heart, real talk that will leave you feeling more balanced, inspired, and empowered to live your best life possible. But make no mistake, I'm no woo woo guru so you won't find fluff here. I'm all about applicable advice. Please subscribe and enjoy!

  1. Ep 148 Why Smart Women Still Hesitate to Change

    2D AGO

    Ep 148 Why Smart Women Still Hesitate to Change

    Most women don't lack awareness about their health. They know the stakes. They've watched the patterns in their families. They feel the consequences in their own bodies every day. So why do smart, capable women still hesitate when it comes time to make a real decision? In this episode, Lori unpacks the quiet psychological moment that actually determines whether change happens — the split second between knowing and deciding. She explores why fear-based motivation often misses the mark, what really happens inside the brain when a decision becomes real, and the skill women must learn to move forward even when certainty isn't available. This is a conversation about decision-making, identity, and the internal hinge that separates thinking about change from actually living it. If you've ever felt that pause right before committing to something that matters, this episode is about that moment — and what to do with it. When you're ready, here's how I can help you for FREE: (Community + Support) Join my Lori Doddy's Total Wellness community to get research-backed tips, strategies, and free resources to lose weight and manage menopause like  (Lose Fat) Steal my guide with exact 5 Changes I have all clients make in week 1 of working with us, so they lose weight and drop inches even before we put their customized plan in place. Get the guide for free and use it this week!  (Toned Arms) Use these 6 moves to get toned, strong, sexy arms in 15 minutes a day, 2-3 days a week with this guide to Sexy, Strong Arms. (Email List) Sign up to get my tips and strategies plus exclusive content by getting on the LDL Email List!   👉 Ready to get clarity on how to lose 20+ lbs and keep it off for good? Schedule a call to discover what's missing and how you can get your metabolism working for you by clicking here.  Follow me on social media... Lori Doddy Lifestyle: https://bit.ly/LoriDoddyLifestyle Facebook: facebook.com/lori.doddy                     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/?hl=en                       Website:  loridoddy.com     YouTube : http://www.youtube.com/@loridoddylifestyle

    11 min
  2. Ep 147 When You're Ready… But You're Not Willing to Do It the Old Way Anymore

    FEB 5

    Ep 147 When You're Ready… But You're Not Willing to Do It the Old Way Anymore

    A lot of women feel cautious. They're ready for change, but they're no longer willing to repeat approaches that required pressure, discipline, or overriding their bodies just to prove commitment. In this episode, I talk about the quiet shift I'm seeing in midlife women:  The difference between fear and discernment, why readiness looks different now, and how trying to force progress often backfires when stress, capacity, and nervous system load aren't considered. This is a conversation for women who: want change, but don't trust the old way of starting are tired of pushing through exhaustion to prove they're serious sense that their hesitation might actually be wisdom No tips. No food rules. No hype. Just perspective on what readiness really looks like in this season and why starting smarter matters more than starting faster. When you're ready, here's how I can help you for FREE: (Community + Support) Join my Lori Doddy's Total Wellness community to get research-backed tips, strategies, and free resources to lose weight and manage menopause like  (Lose Fat) Steal my guide with exact 5 Changes I have all clients make in week 1 of working with us, so they lose weight and drop inches even before we put their customized plan in place. Get the guide for free and use it this week!  (Toned Arms) Use these 6 moves to get toned, strong, sexy arms in 15 minutes a day, 2-3 days a week with this guide to Sexy, Strong Arms. (Email List) Sign up to get my tips and strategies plus exclusive content by getting on the LDL Email List!   👉 Ready to get clarity on how to lose 20+ lbs and keep it off for good? Schedule a call to discover what's missing and how you can get your metabolism working for you by clicking here.  Follow me on social media... Lori Doddy Lifestyle: https://bit.ly/LoriDoddyLifestyle Facebook: facebook.com/lori.doddy                     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/?hl=en                       Website:  loridoddy.com     YouTube : http://www.youtube.com/@loridoddylifestyle

    11 min
  3. Ep 146 When Staying Silent Starts to Feel Like Self-Betrayal

    JAN 29

    Ep 146 When Staying Silent Starts to Feel Like Self-Betrayal

    In this episode, I'm talking about something I don't usually address directly:  the emotional and physical toll of living in heavy, uncertain times, and what it feels like when staying silent starts to feel like self-betrayal. This isn't a political episode, and it's not about debating sides or policies.  It's about how fear, violence, and dehumanization in the world around us affect our nervous systems, our stress levels, and our ability to feel safe even when we don't consciously connect the dots. I share… why silence can sometimes feel protective, but also emotionally costly what moral stress and moral injury do to the body over time why women, especially midlife women, are feeling more exhausted and emotionally worn down lately and how we can care deeply without burning ourselves out or shutting ourselves down My goal with this conversation is not to tell anyone what to think, but to acknowledge what many of us are quietly carrying.  And… to remind you that your body isn't "broken" for reacting to the environment you're living in. If you've been feeling heavier, more tired, or more emotionally raw lately, I hope this episode helps you feel a little less alone.   When you're ready, here's how I can help you for FREE: (Community + Support) Join my Lori Doddy's Total Wellness community to get research-backed tips, strategies, and free resources to lose weight and manage menopause like  (Lose Fat) Steal my guide with exact 5 Changes I have all clients make in week 1 of working with us, so they lose weight and drop inches even before we put their customized plan in place. Get the guide for free and use it this week!  (Toned Arms) Use these 6 moves to get toned, strong, sexy arms in 15 minutes a day, 2-3 days a week with this guide to Sexy, Strong Arms. (Email List) Sign up to get my tips and strategies plus exclusive content by getting on the LDL Email List!   👉 Ready to get clarity on how to lose 20+ lbs and keep it off for good? Schedule a call to discover what's missing and how you can get your metabolism working for you by clicking here.  Follow me on social media... Lori Doddy Lifestyle: https://bit.ly/LoriDoddyLifestyle Facebook: facebook.com/lori.doddy                     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/?hl=en                       Website:  loridoddy.com     YouTube : http://www.youtube.com/@loridoddylifestyle

    12 min
  4. Ep 145 The 9pm Fridge Moment: Why It's NOT About Food & What to Do

    JAN 22

    Ep 145 The 9pm Fridge Moment: Why It's NOT About Food & What to Do

    Ever notice that the urge to snack hits hardest at night, even when you're not truly hungry? In this episode, I break down why the "9pm fridge moment" isn't a willpower problem, a bad habit, or a lack of discipline… …and why behavior-only advice keeps women stuck in midlife. We'll talk about what your nervous system is actually asking for, why this pattern gets louder during perimenopause and menopause, and why real change starts by supporting the systems underneath your habits, not just trying to control them. If you've ever wondered why you can "do everything right" all day and still struggle at night, this episode will help you see what's really going on - and why nothing is wrong with you.   When you're ready, here's how I can help you for FREE: (Community + Support) Join my Lori Doddy's Total Wellness community to get research-backed tips, strategies, and free resources to lose weight and manage menopause like  (Lose Fat) Steal my guide with exact 5 Changes I have all clients make in week 1 of working with us, so they lose weight and drop inches even before we put their customized plan in place. Get the guide for free and use it this week!  (Toned Arms) Use these 6 moves to get toned, strong, sexy arms in 15 minutes a day, 2-3 days a week with this guide to Sexy, Strong Arms. (Email List) Sign up to get my tips and strategies plus exclusive content by getting on the LDL Email List!   👉 Ready to get clarity on how to lose 20+ lbs and keep it off for good? Schedule a call to discover what's missing and how you can get your metabolism working for you by clicking here.  Follow me on social media... Lori Doddy Lifestyle: https://bit.ly/LoriDoddyLifestyle Facebook: facebook.com/lori.doddy                     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/?hl=en                       Website:  loridoddy.com     YouTube : http://www.youtube.com/@loridoddylifestyle

    7 min
  5. Ep 144 Why I Keep Rebuilding My Own Coaching

    JAN 15

    Ep 144 Why I Keep Rebuilding My Own Coaching

    In today's episode, I'm sharing why I'm always refining and rebuilding how I coach — and why that's not about chasing trends, but about how real change actually works. Before I was a health coach, I was a classroom teacher, and even back then I cared less about memorization and more about whether learning truly stuck and could be used in real life. That same philosophy guides how I work with women in midlife health today. We talk about: Why motivation isn't usually the problem How behavior change, psychology, and metabolism are deeply connected Why so much health advice fails to integrate into real, busy lives And why I believe methods matter more than willpower If you've ever felt like you're "doing all the right things" and still not seeing results, this episode will help you understand why — and what actually creates sustainable change in midlife.   When you're ready, here's how I can help you for FREE: (Community + Support) Join my Lori Doddy's Total Wellness community to get research-backed tips, strategies, and free resources to lose weight and manage menopause like  (Lose Fat) Steal my guide with exact 5 Changes I have all clients make in week 1 of working with us, so they lose weight and drop inches even before we put their customized plan in place. Get the guide for free and use it this week!  (Toned Arms) Use these 6 moves to get toned, strong, sexy arms in 15 minutes a day, 2-3 days a week with this guide to Sexy, Strong Arms. (Email List) Sign up to get my tips and strategies plus exclusive content by getting on the LDL Email List!   👉 Ready to get clarity on how to lose 20+ lbs and keep it off for good? Schedule a call to discover what's missing and how you can get your metabolism working for you by clicking here.  Follow me on social media... Lori Doddy Lifestyle: https://bit.ly/LoriDoddyLifestyle Facebook: facebook.com/lori.doddy                     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/?hl=en                       Website:  loridoddy.com     YouTube : http://www.youtube.com/@loridoddylifestyle

    6 min
  6. Ep 143 The Difference Between Wanting Change and Deciding

    JAN 8

    Ep 143 The Difference Between Wanting Change and Deciding

    Real change doesn't announce itself. It doesn't come with motivation, confidence, or a rush of certainty. Most of the time, it's quiet… so quiet that many women assume they're still waiting for it. In this episode, I'm talking about the moment women, either decide… or they keep looking for reassurance. We explore: Why effort eventually stops working, even for disciplined, capable women How reassurance-seeking disguises itself as being "responsible" or "doing more research" Why some women feel recognition when they hear this message and others feel irritated The difference between decision and strategy (and why both matter, especially in midlife) This isn't a motivational episode. There's nothing to fix and nothing to rush. Just clarity - for the women who feel it.   Find easy articles for you to read on SUBSTACK, use my FREE link here: https://substack.com/@loridoddy/note/p-182871177?utm_source=notes-share-action&utm_medium=web    When you're ready, here's how I can help you for FREE: (Community + Support) Join my Lori Doddy's Total Wellness community to get research-backed tips, strategies, and free resources to lose weight and manage menopause like  (Lose Fat) Steal my guide with exact 5 Changes I have all clients make in week 1 of working with us, so they lose weight and drop inches even before we put their customized plan in place. Get the guide for free and use it this week!  (Toned Arms) Use these 6 moves to get toned, strong, sexy arms in 15 minutes a day, 2-3 days a week with this guide to Sexy, Strong Arms. (Email List) Sign up to get my tips and strategies plus exclusive content by getting on the LDL Email List!   👉 Ready to get clarity on how to lose 20+ lbs and keep it off for good? Schedule a call to discover what's missing and how you can get your metabolism working for you by clicking here.  Follow me on social media... Lori Doddy Lifestyle: https://bit.ly/LoriDoddyLifestyle Facebook: facebook.com/lori.doddy                     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/?hl=en                       Website:  loridoddy.com     YouTube : http://www.youtube.com/@loridoddylifestyle

    7 min
  7. Ep 142 Hope in a Bottle: Products We Wasted Money On & What They Were Really Trying to Solve

    JAN 1

    Ep 142 Hope in a Bottle: Products We Wasted Money On & What They Were Really Trying to Solve

    In today's episode, I'm getting honest about something most women over 50 won't say out loud. We've all bought something hoping it would be the thing. The gummy. The greens powder. The tea. The waist trainer. The pink drink that promised energy and fat loss in one scoop. Not because we're naive. Not because we're lazy. But because we were hopeful. Tired. Ready for relief right now, not six months from now. This is the final episode of the year, and instead of "New Year New You" hype, we're having a grown-woman conversation about: • Why smart women buy things that don't work the way we hope • How the wellness industry uses our deepest desires to market to us • Why taking a break doesn't mean you've lost yourself • The real reasons we stay stuck (and the ones that finally move the needle) • What to take with you into 2026 and what to leave behind If you've ever stared at a product and thought, "Maybe this will help," this episode will make you exhale and say, "oh… it wasn't just me." Because you're not failing. You're human. And you care. And that actually matters. Listen. Reflect. And maybe toss a product or two into the donation box before the year ends. Find me on Substack here: https://open.substack.com/pub/loridoddy/p/the-real-reason-women-over-50-struggle?utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web  When you're ready, here's how I can help you for FREE: (Community + Support) Join my Lori Doddy's Total Wellness community to get research-backed tips, strategies, and free resources to lose weight and manage menopause like  (Lose Fat) Steal my guide with exact 5 Changes I have all clients make in week 1 of working with us, so they lose weight and drop inches even before we put their customized plan in place. Get the guide for free and use it this week!  (Toned Arms) Use these 6 moves to get toned, strong, sexy arms in 15 minutes a day, 2-3 days a week with this guide to Sexy, Strong Arms. (Email List) Sign up to get my tips and strategies plus exclusive content by getting on the LDL Email List!   👉 Ready to get clarity on how to lose 20+ lbs and keep it off for good? Schedule a call to discover what's missing and how you can get your metabolism working for you by clicking here.  Follow me on social media... Lori Doddy Lifestyle: https://bit.ly/LoriDoddyLifestyle Facebook: facebook.com/lori.doddy                     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/?hl=en                       Website:  loridoddy.com     YouTube : http://www.youtube.com/@loridoddylifestyle

    7 min
  8. Ep 141 When Everyone Has an Opinion, No One Has Authority

    12/25/2025 · VIDEO

    Ep 141 When Everyone Has an Opinion, No One Has Authority

    In this episode, I unpack a subtle but powerful pattern that's quietly undermining women's confidence in midlife: crowdsourced authority. What starts as a funny Instagram reel about a misbehaving cat turns into a sharp reflection on what happens when loud, repeated opinions begin to feel like expertise, especially when it comes to women's bodies after 40. This episode explores: How volume starts to replace wisdom in the influencer economy Why smart, capable women feel suddenly unsure when their bodies change The difference between expertise and confidence online Why midlife health feels so emotionally charged and why that matters How constant opinions erode self-trust even when nothing is "wrong" This is not a nutrition episode. It's not a hormone-hack episode. It's a conversation about discernment, self-trust, and why slowing down matters more than listening louder. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, influencer certainty, or the feeling that something must be wrong with you — this episode will help you breathe again. Find my extra free SUBSTACK articles here --->  https://open.substack.com/pub/loridoddy/p/the-real-reason-women-over-50-struggle?utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web  When you're ready, here's how I can help you for FREE: (Community + Support) Join my Lori Doddy's Total Wellness community to get research-backed tips, strategies, and free resources to lose weight and manage menopause like  (Lose Fat) Steal my guide with exact 5 Changes I have all clients make in week 1 of working with us, so they lose weight and drop inches even before we put their customized plan in place. Get the guide for free and use it this week!  (Toned Arms) Use these 6 moves to get toned, strong, sexy arms in 15 minutes a day, 2-3 days a week with this guide to Sexy, Strong Arms. (Email List) Sign up to get my tips and strategies plus exclusive content by getting on the LDL Email List!   👉 Ready to get clarity on how to lose 20+ lbs and keep it off for good? Schedule a call to discover what's missing and how you can get your metabolism working for you by clicking here.  Follow me on social media... Lori Doddy Lifestyle: https://bit.ly/LoriDoddyLifestyle Facebook: facebook.com/lori.doddy                     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/?hl=en                       Website:  loridoddy.com     YouTube : http://www.youtube.com/@loridoddylifestyle

    13 min
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Welcome to the Grit & Grace podcast! I'm Dr. Lori Doddy and we're going to talk about topics that help you live life with a powerful combination of perseverance and resilience with a heavy dose of grace. Join me each week and expect straight from the heart, real talk that will leave you feeling more balanced, inspired, and empowered to live your best life possible. But make no mistake, I'm no woo woo guru so you won't find fluff here. I'm all about applicable advice. Please subscribe and enjoy!

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