I have a confession to make…
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It was hard for me to talk about weight loss at first because I don’t believe you have to be a certain size or look a certain way to be happy or healthy, OR that your weight coincides with your worth, and I don’t want you to think that way either.
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We all come in different sizes, shapes, and colors, and that’s what makes us uniquely beautiful. How tragically boring would life be if we all looked the same, thought the same, sounded the same? Diversity is what sparks creativity, it strengthens us, makes us curious, and is essential for our evolution and survival on this planet.
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My work and my mission isn’t to “shrink” you, it is to help you feel good about yourself, learn to love and respect your body, value your life and what you have to offer the world, and to OWN YOUR WORTH just as you are.
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At the same time, it is ok and even admirable to want to improve your health, your fitness, and your life. As long as your intention is genuine and from the heart, whatever it is you desire, you are are capable of. Whether it is to lose weight, feel more comfortable and confident in your body, gain inner and/or outer strength, whatever it is, you are worthy and deserving of making that vision a reality.
If achieving your goal weight were as simple as diet and exercise, and calories in/ calories out, it wouldn’t be so difficult to see and maintain your desired results, am I right? However, it’s just not that simple and there is no one-size-fits-all weight loss plan.
You are a unique individual with a unique health history, genetic make-up, and pattern of thoughts, habits and beliefs. You are exactly where you need to be at this moment and you are worthy & deserving of feeling comfortable & confident in your body.
Healthy weight loss requires a holistic approach, which means looking at the person as a whole and addressing elements of the mind, body, and soul because it’s all connected. This is how I work with clients and here are some of the essentials of weight loss that we address in my transformational weight-loss program:
I. Mindset- Harness the power of the mind-body connection and use it to your advantage!
The mind-body connection is so much more powerful than many people realize. Your mindset can either keep you feeling stuck or you can learn to utilize your mind to stay focused and take action towards your goals. Shifting your mindset is key to achieving your vision and it takes dedicated practice(s) to make shifts in patterns of thoughts, beliefs, and habits.
II. Whole Food Eating- Transition from a S.A.D (Standard American Diet) to a Nutrient-Dense, Plant-Based way of Eating.
Convenience foods & fast foods that are highly processed and contain additives & preservatives have become the basis of the S.A.D., which contributes to inflammation, chronic health conditions, and weight gain. Whole food eating means eating as close to the source as possible, shifting away from the packaged and processed foods to food closest to it’s natural & whole state. This shift from calorie-dense, low nutrient foods to a more nutrient-dense, plant-based way of eating helps decrease inflammation, getting the body back to a healthy state where it is able to shed fat naturally.
III. Movement- Your body was made to move!
The human body was made to move but we have become more and more sedentary as a society, which has become a big contributing factor in the rise in weight gain and lifestyle diseases. Daily movement & regular exercise are essential for achieving a healthy weight, regulating stress, increasing energy, building strength & confidence. Like any new habit, it’s so important to start where you are and build from there, finding a consistent routine that works for you and your schedule.
IV. Self-Love- Don’t wait to lose weight to start loving yourself.
Self-love isn’t just the end goal, it’s part of the journey & essential to healthy, sustainable weight loss. This goes hand in hand with mindset, as it also takes practice & self-awareness to start shifting the conversation you are having with yourself. Actually enjoying the process will help reduce resistance to change and shifting your perception of the essential “tasks” to forms of self-care & ritual will allow for more joy and flow along the way!
V. Stress Management- If you’re in a regularly stressed state, your body won’t release the weight.
Constant stress has become the norm, especially these days, negatively effects physical & mental health, as well as contributing to chronic disease. Stress also effects hormones which play an essential role in your body’s ability to achieve & maintain a healthy weight. Regulating the nervous system is necessary in allowing your body to relax, repair, rest & digest, in order to shed fat in a healthy & sustainable way.
You are worthy of all that you desire, including a body that you feel comfortable and confident in!
If you are ready for transformational weight loss so you can feel you sexiest most energetic self, click below to apply for 1:1 coaching with me.