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Start “Feeling Lighter” each week with Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa as they shed old beliefs one episode at a time. Each week a new guest will share their journey of letting go and how that process impacted their worldview.
“Because how you feel about yourself changes everything!”
Guest experts will bring insights on mental, physical and spiritual health. Dr. Lisa and Katie will be talking with therapists, scientists, doctors, life coaches and more!
Walk away from each episode with new ways to learn to love yourself better.
The Feeling Lighter Podcast was created by WeShape. At WeShape we prioritize your well-being and want to help you feel comfortable in your body, without feeling pressured to change it. Our approach is centered around creating a personalized at-home workout plan that is tailored specifically to YOUR goals, YOUR capabilities, and YOUR schedule.
We are not a weight loss app.
We are not a training app.
We don't make you feel guilty.
We are shaping a new way.
“Because how you feel about yourself changes everything!”
Guest experts will bring insights on mental, physical and spiritual health. Dr. Lisa and Katie will be talking with therapists, scientists, doctors, life coaches and more!
Walk away from each episode with new ways to learn to love yourself better.
The Feeling Lighter Podcast was created by WeShape. At WeShape we prioritize your well-being and want to help you feel comfortable in your body, without feeling pressured to change it. Our approach is centered around creating a personalized at-home workout plan that is tailored specifically to YOUR goals, YOUR capabilities, and YOUR schedule.
We are not a weight loss app.
We are not a training app.
We don't make you feel guilty.
We are shaping a new way.
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In this special birthday episode of The Feeling Lighter Podcast, we celebrate Tyler's 40th birthday by reflecting on the lessons learned over the years. The conversation delves into themes of patience, personal growth and self-love. Tyler shares his journey with WeShape, emphasizing the importance of community and movement in fostering well-being. The discussion also touches on forgiveness, compassion, and the impact of personal growth on relationships and parenting. Ultimately, the episode highlights the significance of living with purpose.Mentioned in this episode:Get 2 Weeks of WeShape for FREEhttp://weshape.com/podcastHave WeShape build you a better workoutTry WeShape for FREEhttp://weshape.com/podcastHave WeShape build you a better workout
Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with Reba Parker, a professor at the College of Charleston. Reba teaches sociology through a peace studies lens to explore the true meaning of peace and how to actually cultivate it in daily life. Reba shares insights from her book The Peaceability Mindset, explaining that peace isn’t passive or idealistic, but practical, measurable, and rooted in safety, well-being, and interconnectedness. Together, they unpack why society often views peace as “soft,” how to shift that perception, and how simple tools like pausing, listening, and nonviolent communication can transform relationships, homes, and communities. This heartfelt conversation reveals that peace begins within, expands outward, and, when practiced intentionally, can become both powerful and predictable.Mentioned in this episode:Try WeShape for FREEhttp://weshape.com/podcastHave WeShape build you a better workoutGet 2 Weeks of WeShape for FREEhttp://weshape.com/podcastHave WeShape build you a better workout
Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden dive into one of the most pervasive topics in wellness: why the number on the scale should never define your worth. They unpack how diet culture, fitness marketing, and societal conditioning have convinced people to equate body size with value, health, and discipline. Together, they explore how to recognize weight bias, release shame, and measure real progress through joy, peace, and self-care instead of numbers. With warmth and humor, they highlight why the most meaningful transformations happen when we stop chasing perfection and start showing up for ourselves with compassion, consistency, and authenticity.Mentioned in this episode:Try WeShape for FREEhttp://weshape.com/podcastHave WeShape build you a better workoutGet 2 Weeks of WeShape for FREEhttp://weshape.com/podcastHave WeShape build you a better workout
Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden continue their reflection on the WeShape Wellness Weekend, diving deeper into the curriculum that helped attendees reconnect with their values, bodies, and authentic selves. They explore how uncovering core values, rewriting limiting beliefs, and confronting the inner critic can create lasting transformation. Through movement, mindfulness, and meaningful conversation, they show how embodiment helps bridge the gap between emotional and physical healing. The episode also touches on community, courage, and the power of presence, reminding listeners that true wellness begins when we align our actions with what matters most and give ourselves permission to show up fully, flaws and all.Mentioned in this episode:Try WeShape for FREEhttp://weshape.com/podcastHave WeShape build you a better workoutGet 2 Weeks of WeShape for FREEhttp://weshape.com/podcastHave WeShape build you a better workout
In this heartfelt episode, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden reflect on the first WeShape Wellness Weekend and the powerful transformations that unfolded. They share behind-the-scenes moments, lessons learned, and the emotional breakthroughs that made the WeShape Wellness Weekend retreat unforgettable. From deep healing and vulnerability to laughter, movement, and connection, Tyler and Lisa discuss how creating space for honesty and self-discovery helped the participants release emotional weight and reconnect with joy. This conversation is a moving reminder that healing happens through community, courage, and giving ourselves permission to feel it all.Mentioned in this episode:Get 2 Weeks of WeShape for FREEhttp://weshape.com/podcastHave WeShape build you a better workoutTry WeShape for FREEhttp://weshape.com/podcastHave WeShape build you a better workout
Coach Tyler sits down with WeShape Meditation Coach, Divya Darshani, for a deeply grounding conversation on mindfulness, presence, and learning to let love in. Together, they explore how awareness and acceptance create true peace and why you don’t need to quiet your thoughts to find stillness. The two discuss practical tools to stay present as well as how mindfulness can free the body from emotional tension and reconnect us to joy, patience, and self-trust. This episode reminds listeners that peace isn’t something to earn, it’s something already within reach when we pause and notice the present moment.Mentioned in this episode:Try WeShape for FreeHave WeShape build you a better workout
Coach Tyler is joined by WeShape Body Image Coach Taylor Ashley (RP, CCTP-II) for a powerful conversation on self-talk, comparison, and the journey toward body neutrality. Together they explore how cultural conditioning shapes our inner dialogue, why awareness of automatic thoughts matters, and how shifting from comparison to compassion can transform self-worth. Taylor shares tools like the “first thought, second thought” practice, building a self-care menu, and celebrating small wins to create lasting change. They also discuss the importance of sustainability in movement, showing up for yourself without shame, and finding freedom through awareness and choice. Want to get to know one of our WeShape coaches better? Then tune in!Mentioned in this episode:Try WeShape for FreeHave WeShape build you a better workoutGet your free trial of WeShapeHave WeShape build you a better workout
Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden dive into their personal experiments with movement and mindset, exploring how trying new activities can reshape the way we connect with our bodies. They discuss the importance of bone density, fascia, and grip strength, as well as the benefits of mindful movement and impact training for longevity. Along the way, they highlight the balance between safety and challenge, the role of playful exploration, and how listening to your body creates space for both joy and resilience in movement.Mentioned in this episode:Join the feel good ChallengeGet your free trial of WeShapeHave WeShape build you a better workout
Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with health coach Ali Elman to talk about shifting from punishment to self-compassion in wellness. Ali shares her journey of moving from perfectionism and overachievement to embracing a simpler, more sustainable approach to health after a major health crisis. Together, they explore how slowing down, listening to your body, and letting go of rigid expectations can transform the way you care for yourself. This conversation covers the trap of tying worth to productivity, the importance of balancing medical and holistic care, and how small, accessible changes like hydration, rest, and daily rhythms can create lasting impact. Listeners will walk away with permission to simplify wellness, redefine success, and honor their bodies with compassion instead of control.Mentioned in this episode:Try WeShape for FreeHave WeShape build you a better workoutGet your free trial of WeShapeHave WeShape build you a better workout
Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden explore what it really means to love yourself just as you are. This episode dives into the tension between striving for growth and accepting yourself in the present moment. They unpack how honesty and kindness must go hand in hand, why chasing perfection or external validation only fuels burnout, and how true self-worth comes from being rather than doing. Through reflections on shadow work, expectations, and the myths of self-criticism as motivation, they highlight how embracing all parts of ourselves opens the door to deeper compassion, presence, and joy. At its core, this conversation reminds listeners that you are enough today, even while working toward becoming more.Mentioned in this episode:Try WeShape for FreeHave WeShape build you a better workoutGet your free trial of WeShapeHave WeShape build you a better workout
Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with writer and educator Margeaux Feldman to explore how healing begins when we reclaim the parts of ourselves we were taught to hide. Together, they unpack how systems of oppression shape the way we view our bodies, why rest is resistance, and what it looks like to build a relationship with yourself outside of societal expectations. This powerful conversation invites listeners to slow down, honor their lived experiences, and find strength in vulnerability. It’s an inspiring reminder that healing isn’t about fixing yourself, it’s about coming home to who you already are.Mentioned in this episode:Try WeShape for FreeHave WeShape build you a better workoutGet your free trial of WeShapeHave WeShape build you a better workout
Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down to discuss the rise of “soft health” and why it may be the future of true well-being. Instead of chasing rigid routines, extreme discipline, and “no days off” hustle culture, this episode explores a gentler, more sustainable approach to health rooted in compassion, intuition, and daily joy. Tyler and Lisa break down why so many people are burned out on traditional wellness models, how soft health actually improves consistency, and what it looks like to shift from forcing your body to supporting it. Listeners will walk away with practical strategies to embrace ease without “falling off track,” tips for reconnecting to the body’s signals, and encouragement to trade perfectionism for peace so you can build a relationship with movement, food, and self-care that actually lasts.Mentioned in this episode:Try WeShape for FreeHave WeShape build you a better workoutGet your free trial of WeShapeHave WeShape build you a better workout
In this candid conversation, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with WeShape co-founder Katie Bramlett to unpack how redefining success, letting go of perfectionism, and embracing authenticity can lead to a lighter, more fulfilling life. Katie shares her personal journey of stepping back from hustle culture, reevaluating what truly matters, and creating space for rest and presence. They explore the pressures of societal expectations, the emotional weight of “doing it all,” and the power of choosing alignment over approval. With heartfelt honesty and practical insights, this episode encourages listeners to slow down, listen inward, and build a life rooted in values, joy, and self-trust.Mentioned in this episode:Get your free trial of WeShapeHave WeShape build you a better workoutTry WeShape for FreeHave WeShape build you a better workout
In this empowering conversation, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with Erin Holt, a functional nutritionist, Stanford-trained compassion teacher and founder of The Funk'tional Nutritionist, an online clinic and education platform that specializes in Intuitive Functional Medicine. Erin shares how hormones, stress, mindset, and self-awareness all play a vital role in overall well-being. She discusses the limitations of a one-size-fits-all approach to health, the impact of nervous system regulation, and why tuning into your body’s unique signals is key. Packed with practical insights and permission to let go of perfection, this episode will inspire you to create a more balanced, compassionate relationship with your body, your hormones, and your health.Mentioned in this episode:Get your free trial of WeShapeHave WeShape build you a better workoutTry WeShape for FreeHave WeShape build you a better workout
Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down to share 10 powerful questions every woman over 50 has asked herself. This thought-provoking episode invites listeners to reflect on what they truly want, need, and deserve in this stage of life. With compassion and curiosity, Tyler and Lisa explore topics like self-worth, boundaries, joy, relationships, and body wisdom, encouraging women to redefine success and step into a more authentic, aligned version of themselves. Whether you're 50 or just thinking ahead, this conversation is a meaningful guide for reconnecting with who you are and how you want to live.Mentioned in this episode:Get your free trial of WeShapeHave WeShape build you a better workoutTry WeShape for FreeHave WeShape build you a better workout
Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down to challenge everything you thought you knew about exercise. In this energizing episode, they unpack why traditional fitness culture often leads to burnout, guilt, and shame—and how shifting the focus from "exercise" to joyful, intuitive movement can transform your relationship with your body. Through personal stories, honest reflections, and practical tips, they explore how movement can be playful, healing, and rooted in self-respect rather than punishment. If you're ready to let go of rigid rules and start moving in a way that actually feels good, this episode is for you.Mentioned in this episode:Get your free trial of WeShapeHave WeShape build you a better workoutTry WeShape for FreeHave WeShape build you a better workout
This heartfelt conversation unpacks how to let go of people-pleasing, perfectionism, and external expectations in order to reconnect with your values, body, and inner voice. Rachel recounts her moving personal story of how her mothers declining health inspired her to make big changes, highlighting the power of self-trust, slowing down, and doing less to live life more fully, authentically, and on your own terms.Mentioned in this episode:Get your free trial of WeShapeHave WeShape build you a better workoutTry WeShape for FreeHave WeShape build you a better workout
In this deeply personal and vulnerable episode of The Feeling Lighter Podcast, Dr. Lisa Folden shares her story of transformation and together, with Coach Tyler, they explore how personal growth often requires letting go of who you thought you were supposed to be in order to become who you truly are. The conversation dives into the emotional toll of staying in spaces where you aren’t seen or valued, and how cultivating self-worth, support systems, and spiritual practices can guide you through even the hardest seasons of life.Mentioned in this episode:Get your free trial of WeShapeHave WeShape build you a better workoutTry WeShape for FreeHave WeShape build you a better workout
Why do so many of us struggle to move our bodies, even when we know it's good for us? In this inspiring and eye-opening episode of The Feeling Lighter Podcast, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with biomechanist Katy Bowman and clinical psychologist Dr. Diana Hill, co-authors of I Know I Should Exercise, But…, to explore the inner barriers that get in the way of joyful, consistent movement.Links & Socials:New Book: I Know I Should Exercise, But...Katy's podcast: Move Your DNADiana's podcast: Wise EffortKaty's website: NutritiousMovement.comDiana's website: drdianahill.comKaty's socials: @nutritiousmovement on IG and FB, @nutritiousmovementofficial on YouTubeDiana's socials: @drdianahill on IG, FB, and YouTubeMentioned in this episode:Try WeShape for FreeHave WeShape build you a better workoutGet your free trial of WeShapeHave WeShape build you a better workout
In this heartfelt episode of The Feeling Lighter Podcast, Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden dive deep into why so many people, especially women, struggle to receive love, kindness, and compliments. They unpack the societal and cultural conditioning that teaches self-sacrifice while discouraging self-worth, and they explore how religion, upbringing, and internalized beliefs about worthiness all play a role in our resistance to receiving.Mentioned in this episode:Try WeShape for FreeHave WeShape build you a better workoutGet your free trial of WeShapeHave WeShape build you a better workout
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