The Livy Method Podcast

Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 72, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2024Topics covered:Let’s talk Back on TrackA comfortable body isn’t in a hurry to lose weightThe scale and Sickness ProtocolReframing your mindset to acknowledge and accept your accomplishmentsCultivating an awareness of what your reactions to the tweaks are telling you about your habits, issues and associationsUsing the CBT model to support you at this time of yearThe power of having a meaningful whyTaking the time to use the tools in your toolbox helps to establish the mindset you want to developGive yourself permission to process your feelings regarding your progress at this point in the ProcessPersonal growth is at the heart of success on The Livy MethodDigging deep to finish strongTo learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gina Livy's Facebook Live from the Maintenance & Mindfulness group hosted on Facebook. This is the live recording from November 18th, 2024. You can find the full video hosted at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulnessTopics covered:The different intentions around following The Program to solidify your weight.The guidelines for Week 10 in maintenance – reintroducing Back on Track.The causes of migraines, and how to manage them.Back on Track, and how it’s not tied into the scale.Scale fluctuations and body changes in maintenance.Cravings and how to address them.How to slow down and practice mindfulness while eating.Hunger levels can fluctuate – why you may not be hungry for afternoon snacks.To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this live segment, Gina chats skin & weight loss with renowned cosmetic and plastic surgeon Dr. Sean Rice B.A. (Hons), M.D., M.S.c., F.R.C.S.C.If you are in the Fall 2024 group, you can check out the full video here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivyfall2024Topics covered:Let’s talk skin with world-renowned plastic surgeon, Dr. Sean Rice Why it’s so important to take care of your skin.Early prevention with skin care is the route the younger generation is going.What’s the deal with cellulite?   Dr. Rice discusses some products for cellulite. Let’s talk crepey skin.  The combination of Softwave and injectables is effective in helping crepey skin.It takes 6 months to see results. Exosomes is the wave of the future! What products are worth it? Is there anything we can do about stretch marks?Rapid weight loss with Ozempic. Let’s talk about body cream.  Estrogen cream for your face. Ethnicities and genetic predisposition to younger-looking skin. Let’s talk about Liposuction as a weight loss alternative. Weight loss surgery and when it’s necessary.Does Coolsculpting work?What can we do about jowls? Exosomes are being used for skin care, cancer delivery, and grey hair.Does face taping work? Let’s talk volume loss and what we can do about it.Where you can find Dr. Sean RiceWebsite: https://www.doctorseanrice.com/ Instagram: @doctorseanriceTo learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this guest expert segment, recorded on November 14th, 2024, Gina talks body image and tips for dressing your changing body with fashion expert Tanya Gelsomino (Yaya & Co.).You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2024Topics covered:Embracing the new you!Taking care of how we show up and express ourselves matters.Tanya shares her 3-year journey.Tips for embracing yourself and showing up along the way.How that "feeling good" feeling influences our day.Dopamine dressing – Creating confidence and joy.Shop strategically - Maximizing wins and minimizing budget.How you talk to yourself matters.Find your shopping support person.Ditch the number - Tanya’s tips for navigating sizing and style stressors.How to work with your wardrobe along the way.Basics and layering pieces – Creating a wardrobe foundation.Learning to trust - Communicating your needs and where you are at.Just do you - People’s reactions and being happy in your own skin.It takes time to see the change we have made.Stop waiting – Celebrate where you are at!Rewiring our brain to create a new experience.Where to find Tanya and a Yaya discount code for Livy LosersFeeling good is what it is all about!We need to embrace how amazing we truly are.Website: yayaco.caInstagram: @yaya_co @tanya_nicole_0033To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Program Manager Kim and Maintenance and Mindfulness Manager Odette as they break down and dig into the tweak we see in week 9 of The Livy Method. This is the live recording from November 13th, 2024.You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2024Topics covered:Welcome to the Tweak this Week and to Odette!Overview of The Food Plan Revamp and the feels that can come with the changes.Applying what you discovered last week in separating your protein from your carbs to really maximize your efforts this week.What are the changes to the Food Plan, and what stays the same?Embracing an open mindset to be successful with this tweak.Let’s talk about protein shakes.Keeping it simple is the name of the game.Adjusting the timing of meals and snacks with just one afternoon snack.How is this not Keto?Kim’s experience with this tweak.Odette’s experience with this tweak.The 4 Steps of Mindfulness Eating are the real start of this week’s tweak.Adjusting your routine to manage the afternoon snack.What’s next? The Food Plan Revamp plus Back on Track!To learn more about the Livy Method, or to sign up for our Winter 2025 Program, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 66, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2024Topics covered:We all second-guess ourselves sometimes.Dr. Beverley’s tips and tools in our chat this week are so good!Flexibility and this week’s tweak – What does this look and feel like for you?Why we are stepping out of our comfort zone and changing things up.Portions - Learning to give our body what it needs.True hunger versus cravings.Momentum – Everything we have done has led to where we are at now.Supplement check-in – Is your body missing anything?The signs the scale is about to move – Supporting Detox.Sending extra love and support to our community member Robert.Why are salads just not cutting it right now? Tips for seasonal change.Nighttime snacking – Using intention, the skills we have, and practice, to work through this.Bringing peace and awareness to the choices we make.Alcohol – Be curious about what it represents.Working through food waste issues that run deep.See you tomorrow to chat all things fashion and body image with Tanya!To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 64, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2024Topics covered:It was a vibe meeting everyone at The National Women’s Show Remembrance Day today - Take time to remember and honour  Week 9 and the pressure we put on ourselves when we see the end comingThere are 4 weeks left - Maximize and put the pedal to the metal - finish strong!Progress over perfection - Just keep showing up! Dig deep at this point in the Program - the time will flyThe Revamp tweak this week is not KETO! Double down on the 4 Mindful Questions - don’t drop the ball this weekExercise doesn’t have to be all or nothing - the small things you do add up Eating late in the evening can mess with your sleep Your vibe attracts your tribe! There is so much value in being part of the communityWatching the Guest expert segments can be a game-changerEmbrace stepping out of your comfort zone - Even when it’s messyTips for the week and tweakThis is the setup for the coming weeksJoin Gina tonight for another LiveTo learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 60, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2024Topics covered:All the different seasons of the year and of life – how are you doing on day 60? How accountability can help you be more successful.We are looking forward to seeing some members at the National Women’s Show.How The Livy Method can affect blood work results.Cholesterol, and how levels can be affected while losing weight.There are better ways to measure than BMIWhat to do when you’re not hungry – understanding satisfaction cues.A sneak peek into weeks 9-12Omega-3 and how the body can react.How your body can change on The Livy Method – Non-scale victories.Let’s be healthy at any age.Supporting your digestive system – how digestive bitters can help.Sometimes we have to do weird things to build new associations with food.How hunger levels can respond to Feeding the MetabolismIt is possible to rewire your brain.Migraines, and how to deal with them.The Week 9 Tweak – Food Plan Revamp.We hope to see you at the National Women’s Show – come alone or with friends.To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Gina and Program Manager Kim as they break down and dig into the tweak we see in week 8 of The Livy Method. This is the live recording from November 6th, 2024.You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2024Topics covered:We love this week’s tweak, and can’t wait for what’s coming up!This weekend we are headed to the National Women’s Show!Feeding the Metabolism brings up all the feels – Lean in. Keep learning.Let’s be real – Having a hard time? What does that mean?Tips for getting back at it after weekends.Your body is on your side and working hard – Be open to more or less food.Making a plan for Feeding the Metabolism on busy days.Breaking down each portion and different foods.Water will never satisfy true hunger - Seasonal sip tips!Next week offers us flexibility – What is changing?What are we learning when we prioritize protein?There’s a rhyme and reason for every single thing we are doing.Oats and protein shakes – Are you still getting the most bang for your buck?Keep it simple - Focus on what you have learned already, and pay attention.Need ideas? Reach out to our team – We are here and love to help.The Guest Expert chats are where it is at!You got this, and we got you.To learn more about the Livy Method, or to sign up for our Winter 2025 Program, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this guest expert live segment, we welcome Sandra Elia, a Certified Food Addiction Counselor and best-selling author. Sandra is the founder of The Food Addiction Recovery Program and the author of "Never Enough: Three Pillars of Food Addiction Recovery". Gina and Sandra discuss obesity, ultra-processed food, and finding peace in what you're eating.You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2024Topics covered:Introducing Sandra Elia, Certified Food Addiction Counsellor Sandra’s story and how she came to write her book and develop her programsWhat is food addiction?Why did it take so long to recognize food addiction?When food is used for things other than nutrition - foods chemically engineered to be addictiveIs the food you’re eating peaceful or is it creating an obsession of the mind?How do we recognize if we have a food addiction issue?Looking at our relationship with the scale and learning to love our body todayWeight is not a moral issue - what are the narratives we’ve faced?How can we start to address food addiction today?Healing your relationship with food and yourselfThe importance of pairing weight loss medications with doing the inner workEating for biological needs vs hedonic needsUnderstanding triggersIs there a difference between cravings and triggers?Where to find Sandra’s programs - https://www.sandraelia.com/8week-online-program - Special offer for Livy Losers: discount code LIVYLOSER gets you 75% offFind her book Never Enough on Amazon:https://www.amazon.ca/Never-Enough-Pillars-Addiction-Recovery/dp/1990700187/To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this segment, Gina chats with Dr. Paul Hrkal, ND, about some practical steps that can be taken to level up your health and wellness.If you are in the Fall 2024 Support Group, you can check out the full video here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2024Topics covered:How can we reframe “levelling up”?If we aren’t seeing the results we would like, where do we start?Dr. Paul shares the most overlooked reason why people struggle to lose weightWhat’s the environment that you are eating food in?How do you properly assess your stress levels?Why are people so hesitant to believe that the reason they aren’t losing weight is due to stress?There is so much information available about hormones - where to start?Why it’s important to change our mindset about stressHow long does it take to improve your stress levels and see results on the scale?How everything you’re doing on The Livy Method has a positive effect on stressYour body is on your side - taking care of it is an act of self-loveThe only thing we can control is how we respond to challengesHow much attention should we pay to insulin resistance?What is insulin, what is insulin resistance and how do you get it?What’s the real deal about alcohol?What other topics does Dr. Paul think we should dive into in the future?The topics Gina would like to discuss in the futureWhere to find Dr. Paul:www.paulhrkalnd.com@drpaulhrklTo learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special edition of Maintenance and Mindfulness Live Gina Livy talks with the host of feelgoodery Podcast Kyle Buchanan. This is the live recording from November 4th, 2024.You can find the full video hosted at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulnessTopics covered:Introducing Kyle BuchananFinding calm with seasonal stress.Counter-balancing underlying stress.What you resist persists - How to acknowledge our stressors.Reframing - How this can help.Creating space between your stress and you - Take a step back and stop chasing cars.Cultivating our support response to handle stressful situations, before they happen.How we cope is changing - Be proud of the work you are doing!Being in tune is amazing - It can also be tough some days.Tips for building a solid foundation - What can we do?Seasonal Affective Disorder – What is it? Support Tips.Therapy - Understanding what we need and when we need support.Light therapy lamp? - Kyle shares why he loves these and tips for use.Progress happens in the little bits - Keep putting in the work.Compassion is the way in, and the way through.Transformation needs change and discomfort.When the work comes together alignment will happen.Gina shares where to find Kyle.Grace for the win this week - We are embracing it all, and right here with you.Instagram: @itskylybWebsite: kylebuchanan.caPodcast: feelgoodery Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 57, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2024Topics covered:Where are you at? Self-sabotage can happen at any time - Take time to reflect Grab a pen and paper and write it out - what can YOU do about it?It’s all about making choices that are going to get you to your goalsJoin us tomorrow for our conversation with Dr. Paul Sandra Elia will join us on Wednesday - she is a Certified Food Addiction Counselor and Author of the book Never EnoughThe importance of Grounding yourself to set yourself up for the dayHunger cues - it’s not always hunger. What else could it be?Weight loss is not always about eating lessThere are so many reasons the scale can be up that isn’t real weight gainLet’s talk about Menopause and what’s really going onDefining Sugar AddictionThis Program is all about getting in tune with your needs over your wantsThe Food Noise in our brain and how we’re wired - rewiring your brain can be doneAllowing yourself to indulge is an opportunity to learn - it’s not about being perfectThe time change can affect your hunger The Program is about learning how to navigate life and still be able to enjoy yourselfJust because you have less weight to lose doesn't mean you don’t have strugglesThe effects of alcohol - how does it make you feel?What language are you using? The universe is talking to you!Join us at the National Women’s Show this weekend in TorontoTo learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Fall 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 54, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2024Topics covered:When you have sugar you want more sugar - Don’t keep indulging - Have it and move on!Food associations and social situations Everything we are doing is factoring into your end-gameReasons why the scale can be upSplitting your meals and snacks tweak is super effectiveIs food addiction a real thing? We’ll talk about this with an expert next weekPortions and how much food you don’t need - The volume of food isn’t as important as the nutrient valueDon’t compare yourself to others when it comes to portions - be in tune with your own needsTrust yourself and what your body is telling you it’s needsLet’s normalize not wanting to indulge Creating new traditionsReflecting on indulging - Are you berating yourself? Learning to rewire your brainThe little choices you’re making are all adding upSit in the uncomfortableness of not giving into the habit of giving into sweet treats and reflect on what you’re body is communicating with youThe big picture is losing your weight in a way that you’re calm around foodHow do you want to feel? Ask yourself - “How’s this working for me?”The app is more than a trackerYou can have just as much fun without indulgingSo many great conversations we had this week!To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this segment, recorded on October 31st, 2024, Gina discusses the research going into The Livy Method with Professor Ruth Kane from the University of Ottawa.If you are in the Fall 2024 Support Group, you can check out the full video here:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodfall2024Topics covered:Introducing Ruth KaneHow many focus groups has Ruth done?Ruth shares some data about members' weight loss in their first group.Why we can say “The Livy Method works!”Clinically significant weight loss and The Livy Method.If you’re still here in week 6, you’re likely to be here at the end and be successful.What is the key to being successful? How does The Livy Method compare to other diets?How has it been speaking to members of the Livy Method?What has surprised Ruth the most?Why are there people who struggle to lose weight on The Livy Method?What is Ruth hoping to learn from studying Maintenance?How we get in tune with what satisfaction really means - it takes time.Ruth discusses set point theory.Discussing weight loss medications.Learning how to be in tune with satisfaction levels.The importance of patience, compassion, and effort.Ruth’s final words of wisdom.The science coming out right now is supporting The Livy Method.How the research stays unbiased.To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.