 Episode Overview If you’ve ever felt a pang of guilt when serving fast food to your kids, this episode is for you. Jen and Annie are both mothers and understand the importance of unpacking the complicated topics of parenting, nutrition, and perfectionism. Join us to explore this topic in today’s Q+A episode, finding peace with your family’s food choices. Don’t forget to join us in our free Facebook group where we answer your questions live! Find us here: Weight Loss Without Restriction.  Key Points  Annie and Jen share their past struggles with feeding their family fast food How to work through feelings of guilt and shame about fast food   Related Content  Episode 301: Q+A – Our Opinion of Fat-Free Foods Episode 246: Q+A – Struggling with “Bad Foods” and Self-Sabotage After Stepping on the Scale   Transcript Download a copy of this episode's transcript here.

Episode 312: Q+A - How Can I Stop Feeling Guilty For Feeding My Kids Fast Food?

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 Episode Overview Summer is on its way in the Northern Hemisphere, and it's the perfect time to discuss strategies to stay on track with your weight loss momentum during this social, sunny season. We'll explore the key mindsets and actions that can create consistent progress for you, all in true Balance365 style. If you find yourself struggling to maintain consistency when the seasons change, don’t miss this episode! In this podcast, we highlight why summer is ideal for learning to create balanced meals. Our free guide, "How to Build a Balanced Meal," demystifies healthy eating, shows how to meet nutritional goals, and explains the importance of meal balance in managing hunger and cravings. Download it here!  Key Points  Jen and Annie’s health & wellness plans for the summer How to visualize a future version of you to set your personal goals Should you push forward or maintain your current efforts? Identifying advantages and barriers when seasons change   Related Content  Episode 221: 3 Ways Summer Sabotages Your Goals (And What You Can Do) Episode 235: 4 Tips to Get Back on Track   Transcript Download a copy of this episode's transcript here.

Episode 326: 5 Summer Weight Loss Strategies That Work

 Episode Overview Today, we discuss how to manage overwhelm, particularly when starting something new. For some, frequent feelings of overwhelm signal a need for a shift in mindset and new strategies. While it's normal to feel swamped occasionally, the key to success lies in how you handle these moments. If you feel like overwhelm is a common theme in your life right now, this episode is for you. Join us as we explore strategies to help you problem-solve and keep moving forward. Let's get started! If you want us to answer your questions like this one, join our free Facebook group, Weight Loss Without Restriction. This is your chance to connect with us in real-time and work through your health and wellness questions.  Key Points  How often do you feel overwhelmed? The biggest contributors to feeling overwhelmed Tips to shift your mindset and develop new skills to manage your feelings   Related Content  Episode 262: Q+A – I’m Doing Everything But Still Not Losing Weight Episode 208: Q+A: Rewarding Yourself, Following Through, And The Power Of Small Changes   Transcript Download a copy of this episode's transcript here.

Episode 325: How to Manage Overwhelm (When Starting Balance365 or ANYTHING New!)

 Episode Overview It’s time for another special episode of our series, "After the After." We're catching up with Roxanne, a graduated Balance365 Coaching member who’s currently ‘crushing life.’ Despite the challenges she experienced after being on our podcast the first time, Roxanne exemplifies how the skills and habits she learned in our program have profoundly impacted her everyday life long after her departure and led to a 50lb weight loss. Listen now to gain some powerful insights on creating–and maintaining!–personal transformations. Don't miss this glimpse of what life can be like after Balance365! We hope you enjoy this episode. And if you’re ready to experience the power of Balance365 Group Coaching, now is the time to join! Enrollment is open until Sunday at midnight. Get all the details here!  Key Points  Introducing Balance365 graduate Roxanne What’s happened since Roxanne was on the podcast in 2021 How Roxanne’s daughter has impacted her journey The changes Roxanne has made and sustained because of Balance365   Mentions  Episode 158: Roxanne’s Mindset Shifts + 20lb Weight Loss Journey   Related Content  Episode 234: After the After – Karen’s Healthy Habits After Balance365 Episode 219: After the After – Kara’s Sustainably Healthy Life After Balance365   Transcript Download a copy of this episode's transcript here.

Episode 324: After the After - Roxanne is Crushing Life So Hard (Oh, and She’s Lost 50lbs, Too!)

 Episode Overview Today, we address a question from a member about overcoming the feeling of tracking as "diety.” This is a term our community members use when a behavior feels restrictive and triggers an urge to rebel. This episode explores how perceptions of "diety" can vary and why certain habits may bring up uncomfortable feelings. The aim is not to label habit tracking as right or wrong but to discover your personal strategies that support achieving your goals while living a life you love. Enjoy! Before you press play, we want you to know that Balance365 Group Coaching is opening for enrollment May 13th! This transformative nutrition coaching program is designed to revolutionize your mindset and life. By joining our no-obligation waitlist, you'll gain early access to enrollment slots 24 hours before the public and we’ll also waive the $199 joining fee. We’re looking forward to welcoming you!  Key Points  What “diety” means The benefits of tracking Why some people feel turned off by tracking How to approach tracking in a non-restrictive way   Related Content  Episode 245: Tracking Weight, Steps, & Food: When It Hurts, When It Helps (Reshare) Episode 214: How To Stop Tracking Calories And Macros Without Losing Control   Transcript Download a copy of this episode's transcript here.

Episode 323: Q+A -  How Can I Overcome the Feeling That Tracking is ‘Diety’?

 Episode Overview Hello everyone! Today Jen and Annie are discussing something they see many women struggling with: losing motivation when they have a lot of weight to lose. In today's episode, Jen and Annie explore the ups and downs of their weight loss journeys, sharing practical motivation strategies that can work for anyone. If you’re feeling discouraged or overwhelmed with your weight loss journey ahead, this is the episode for you! And if you’re ready to get life-changing results like Annie, then we’d love to work with you. Get on our waitlist for Balance365 Group Coaching and learn the approach, mindset, and process we take our members through to help them lose weight without restrictions.  Key Points  How to manage expectations The power of flexible goal-setting Why we should embrace small victories The importance of seeking tailored support The key role of staying connected to your why   Related Content  Episode 167: Annie’s Weight Loss Story — What She Would Have Done Differently Episode 288: 4 Shifts You NEED to Make for a Sustainable Weight Loss Journey   Transcript Download a copy of this episode's transcript here.

Episode 312: Q+A - How Can I Stop Feeling Guilty For Feeding My Kids Fast Food?

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