The Livy Method Podcast

This is the live recording of the Spill the Tea session with Gina and Special Guest Katharina Carnegie.You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:Introducing Katharina CarnegieKatharina’s story - her successes and challenges and what made it different this timeLooking beyond the scale - medications changed, associations addressed, etc Maintaining weight loss - is she feeling prepared?How did you get here? - Getting real about self-loveSelf-sabotage - Katharina’s tipsOther people’s reactions - the spectrum of things people sayCommunity - the importance of the support of like-minded peopleKatharina’s non-scale victories & changing WhyKatharina’s biggest challenges with The ProgramDownsizing - Katharina’s words of wisdom Final Words - what Katharina wants you to know about The ProgramNext steps - how Katharina plans to transition into MaintenanceFollow our Livy Loser account on IG @LivyLosers and use #livyloserTo 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 Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 30, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:The goal this week - understanding DownsizingShout out to Joanna Hunt - collectively sending love and well wishesDownsizing week - looking at the issues and associations that come with this tweakCelebratory weekends - reflect on your choices and how they have you feeling Back on Track - understanding how to get right back at itMaximizing - getting refocusedWalking - helps with digestion and stress managementVacations - you can follow along as best you can or, pick back up when you returnAnnouncement - Big “F”ing sale! $60 May 27th for 24 hoursHealthy weight loss - it looks differentWeight up - understanding scale fluctuationsThe psychology of weight loss - Dr. Beverely will be joining us to discussChoices - learning to make choices that fall in line with your goalsCaregivers - the importance of prioritizing your own health Fall Group - Sept 9th - Dec 8th, Big “F”ing Sale May 27th 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 Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 26, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:Enjoying the summer and still staying focused on your goalsMoving your body in the morning to get goingWater Retention; The role of sodium and climateMake a plan going into the long weekendSkipping meals and how it will impact your weight loss journeyPrioritizing yourself to be consistent and create routinesCraving salt; What is your body asking for?Reframing what indulging is to youGina shares how she still utilizes the tools she teaches with The Livy Method Gina discusses her natural fluctuations on the scaleWeight Loss versus Fat Loss; and how your body can change What does living the Livy Way look like?Spoiler Alert: Fall 2024 1-Day sale coming soon - $60Making choices that make you feel goodGoal Weight: How do you know when you are done losing? Unpacking all that comes along with losing your weightTips for downsizing next weekTo learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Gina chats with Alanna McGinn, Sleep Expert and founder of Good Night Sleep Site. Along with her trusted team, Alanna has successfully helped thousands of families overcome their sleep challenges and establish healthy nighttime habits so they can get the sleep they need. Gina and Alanna discuss good sleep habits, sleep tips, why sleep is important and how to get better quality sleep in your daily life.You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:Welcome Alanna McGinn to discuss what you can do to improve your sleep What is happening in society with sleep?Stress & Sleep: how are the two connected?It's ok to not sleep well short-term. Quantity and quality: What does a good night's sleep look like?Alarm clocks: should you press the snooze button?The stages of sleep and your bedtimeSleep deprivation and Insomnia: Acute versus chronicSleep Apnea, restless legs and medicationTech in the bedroomSleep Hygiene and the steps you can take to sleep well.Temperature at night: pyjamas and how to help your body regulate Moving your body and filling your drive for sleep Falling asleep: what is normal?Are you a morning lark or a night owl?How much time does it take to change your sleep habits?Naps & Shift workersMelatonin, magnesium, and CBD as sleep aidsProducts and tech to help you sleep betterWhat is more important, your morning or bedtime routine?Taking a PERSONAL PAUSE throughout the dayWhere to find Alanna McGinnGoodnightsleepsite.com @GNsleepsite@alanna.mcginnTo 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 answer your questions and break down the tweak that we see in The Program this week. This is the live recording from May 15, 2024.You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:Welcome to The Tweak This Week! This Week’s Tweak - MindfulnessIntroducing Kim - Weight Loss Group ManagerWeek 3 - how is everyone doing with Mindfulness and developing awareness?Mindfulness - it takes time and practice to be in tuneFilling in the gap - the 4 questions help fill in the gap from feeling hungry to feeling fullHunger - becoming in tune with what’s true hunger and what’s notLeaving food on our plate - where the discomfort comes fromMaximizing this week - focusing on stress and sleepTaste buds - our body’s signals and what they are telling usMindfulness - why it is the most important aspect of The Livy MethodNext week’s Tweak - What Downsizing is and what it isn’tKim’s final words - don’t be hard on yourselfTo 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, Gina discusses sleep, stress and hormones with Dr. Olinca Trejo. Dr. Olinca is a licensed, board-certified Naturopathic Doctor in the province of Ontario. She also holds an honours degree in Kinesiology and has achieved her certification and internship in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT).You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:The factors (other than what you eat and when) that affect weight loss Sleep & hormones - their combined effects on weight lossHormones - chemical messengers that respond to the environment we put them inSleep - the hormones playing a role in getting good sleepMelatonin - should we supplement or not?Hormonal transitions (puberty, perimenopause and menopause) - their effects on sleepThe orchestra of hormones - what are they and what do they do?Poor sleep - how it impacts hunger the next dayThyroid - the hormones involved and their effects on our bodySleep deprivation - how it affects weight lossThe Livy Method - how it helps support higher quality sleepInsulin - its relationship with stress, sleep and weight lossMenopause and hot flashes - supplements to support quality sleep at this timeReconsidering sleep - "It’s more like landing a plane rather than turning off a switch"Caffeine and alcohol - how long they stay in your system and their impact on quality sleepStress - the importance of managing it throughout the day to support sleep at nightRestless legs - what’s happening there and what can we do about it?Stress - how it affects hormones and weight lossHow to manage stress - top tips Mental health - medications, how they can support us and our weight loss journeyFinal words from Dr. Olinca - the importance of patience with our bodiesWhere to find Dr. Olinca - info@drolinca.comTo 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 Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 23, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:What is Mindfulness?Learning to find joy in new connections with food.Making meals and snacks as nutrient-rich as you canYour skin and the connections to our digestion and detoxification process.Dealing with cravings during the menstrual cycle.Falling back into old habits when life hits you hard with stress.Normalizing the journey of weight loss by honouring your feelings.How to make this the last diet you will ever do by looking for the proof in your non-scale victories.Being proud of the work you are doing to prioritize yourself with The Livy Method.Detours! Why it’s important to keep moving forward toward your destination!Celebrating members in our 100+ Club!Moving forward through troubles and challenges by showing up even when it is hardRecommended read: Jamie Kern Lima's Worthy: How to Believe You Are Enough and Transform Your Life.Aging and living well: What does healthy mean to you?Not a quick fix: Check your old diet baggage at the door so you can move forward and be here at the end!Follow the program, honour the feelsTo learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, recorded on May 9, 2024, Gina talks about the psychology of sleep with Dr. Beverley David. Dr. Beverley is a Clinical Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She also holds a Ph.D. in Sleep Research (Insomnia) and a Master's in Health Psychology.You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:Introducing Dr. Beverley DavidWhy sleep is so importantIf there is one thing we need to know about sleep, this is itWhy do we feel like we need permission to prioritize sleep?The different stages of sleep and why each is importantWhy you can sleep through the night and still not be getting good sleepAre sleep apps beneficial?How menopause affects sleepWhen it comes to sleep, how much is physical and how much is mental?Sleeping together vs. sleeping apart- which is best?What is restless leg syndrome?How do we improve the quality of our sleep?How food and digestion can impact your sleepWhy if you can’t sleep, you shouldn’t think about sleepingCan you have too much sleep?Where to find Dr. BeverleyFind Dr. Beverley:https://www.yourpsychologycentre.ca/@drdrbeverleyTo learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Guest Expert episode, Gina talks pelvic health with Registered Physiotherapist Erin DeGagne.You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:Introducing Erin Degagne, Physiotherapist - Pelvic Health Specialist Pelvic health - not just for those who have given birthDoes this apply to you? - signs and symptomsIncontinence - an issue for both males and femalesSolutions to explore - the importance of being assessedKegels, yes or no? - understanding tension in pelvic floor musclesPelvic health issues - signs to watch forActionable steps - what you can do if you’re experiencing these issuesUrinary urgency - when we need to go and when we don’tMen - this information is important for you too! Bowel movements - exercises and techniques for healthy bowel movementsKegels - everything you thought you knew and what you didn't! Incomplete urination - why you can’t empty your bladderStress - connection to tension in pelvic floor musclesCoffee, alcohol and more - bladder irritants and their affectsOrgan prolapse - signs and symptomsHormones - how they affect our pelvic healthConstipation - is it a symptom of pelvic health?Weight loss - does it impact pelvic health?Improving pelvic health - treatment options Where to find Erin Degagne  www.lakecountryphysio.com or on Instagram @squats.and.coffeeIn Canada, find pelvic floor specialists in your area at www.pelvichealthsolutions.caTo 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, Gina talks supplements, hormones, and weight loss drugs with Dr. Olinca Trejo. Dr. Olinca is a licensed, board-certified Naturopathic Doctor in the province of Ontario. She also holds an honours degree in Kinesiology and has achieved her certification and internship in bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT).You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:Introducing Dr. Olinca TrejoWhat does holistic mean?Dr. Olinca’s thoughts on supplementsWhat happens when you don’t get enough vitamin DHow long would it take to get your vitamin D levels back to normal?The benefits of omega-3What causes inflammation?Are people in menopause or perimenopause experiencing inflammation?Why magnesium is Dr. Olinca’s favourite supplementWhy is vitamin B so important?The benefits of probiotics and prebioticsHow digestive bitters work and the best way to take themDr. Olinca’s thoughts on collagenGina’s thoughts on OzempicDr. Olinca’s thoughts on OzempicWhere to find Dr. OlincaConnect with Dr. Olinca: info@drolinca.comTo 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 May 6, 2024. You can find the full video hosted at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulnessTopics covered:Cravings - addressing cravings, why we have them and how we can lessen themHunger - being more in tune with our hunger levels and cuesMind-body connection - continuing to practice the 4 Questions to deepen our connection with our bodyRecipe and meal ideas - watch Gina’s stories, check out our @livylosers account on Instagram and Gina Livy on PinterestFood sensitivities - developing awareness around how certain foods affect youIndulgences - recognizing why we have them and how they make us feel Solidifying your weight in Maintenance - please share your insights with usConsistency and Maximizing - what it looks like in MaintenanceWho do you want to be? - focus on who you want to be and how you want to feel and good health will be the outcomeWeight In Wednesday - this Wednesday at 4 pm EST, let us know what you want to weigh in on! 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 Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 15, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:Our tweak this week is Consistency and Maximizing Knowing when to investigate the scale not moving with your doctorGetting back at it after the weekend - assessing where you’re atUnderstanding what you’re seeing on the scale and recognizing non-scale victoriesWhy we need and want plateausKnowing what fluctuations on the scale mean - when it’s up, understanding you have not gained your weight backHydration and its effect on our cravingsNavigating celebratory days - enjoying them, recognizing the choices you make and then moving onMaking a plan when eating out - being in tune with your body in the momentUsing the graph in The Livy Method App to understand the patterns of your weight fluctuationsRecognizing why your weight is not coming down yet - understanding the time it takes to build a strong foundation first Assessing your expectations around how much you will lose and when Normalizing the emotions we experience and developing new coping mechanismsThe benefits of a higher protein breakfast - setting us up for success for the rest of the dayJoin us tomorrow when we chat supplements with Dr. Olinca!To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, recorded on May 2, 2024, Gina talks past diet experience and expectations with Dr. Beverley David. Dr. Beverley is a Clinical Psychologist registered with the College of Psychologists of Ontario. She also holds a Ph.D. in Sleep Research (Insomnia) and a Master's in Health Psychology.You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:Introducing Dr Beverley, Clinical PsychologistFood issues and associations - the effects the diet industry has had on usWhy it’s difficult to make change - understanding how change makes us feelLearning to trust again - after the diet industry has broken our trustDealing with the scale and its effects on our thoughtsAssessing how you’re feeling at each step along the wayUtilizing Catch It, Cancel It, Correct It to redirect negative thoughtsFeeling worthy  - do we feel deserving of success?Having “all the things”, still not feeling worthy and where imposter syndrome comes inQuote from Mary Morrissey Addressing past traumas and focusing on the here and nowPrioritizing yourself now - how to ground yourselfThe Livy Method is so much more than what to eat and when, it’s about honouring how we feelWhere to find Dr Beverley - www.yourpsychologycentre.ca @drdrbeverleyDr Beverley’s final words - the struggle is worth it. Be calm, kind and compassionate.Find Dr. Beverley:https://www.yourpsychologycentre.ca/@drdrbeverleyTo 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 of Weigh In Wednesday from May 1, 2024.You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulnessTopics covered:Introducing Tammy PerssonShould you keep using the scale in Maintenance?Tammy shares how the scale keeps her in “mindfulness mode”Weighing in on the mindset of “forbidden foods”Is there a difference between fearing and trusting?Does self-sabotage exist in Maintenance?Is self-sabotage different in Maintenance than in weight loss?What’s coming up this week in M&MTo 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 Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 10, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:Have you done your vibe check today?Why are you choosing to eat things that don’t fall in line with your goals?Haven’t lost weight yet? That’s normal and here’s whyHere’s why you should use The Livy Method appHow to use indulging or overeating as a learning opportunityHow The Livy Method can positively impact your familyDo you manage stress with food?Why it’s important to review the Welcome GuideOur focus is helping people; the diet industry is focused on moneyFeeling under the weather? We’ve got you coveredHow to navigate The Program while travellingHow The Livy Method can help to end generational trauma associated with dietingHow to change your energy by focusing on what you’re doing wellWhy each Program you do will be a different experienceAre your bowel movements all over the place?What you can learn by weighing yourself every dayHave you listened to our new podcast yet?To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gina chats with best-selling author and learning expert Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer about how to utilize all of the information at the beginning of The Program. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:How can we make sure we’re going to be successful with this process?Try this deep breathing/grounding exerciseHow to tackle overwhelmHow to make this process a priority and make space for yourselfReplacing priority with proportionHow to start unearthing your diet history and experiencesHow daily practice can build trustHow to simplify the information and where to startHow to use habit stacking to build a strong routineWhat does showing ourselves grace and being kind to ourselves mean?The services that Dr. Deena offers and where to find herawakenedlearning.ca@awakenedlearning 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 Live from the Maintenance & Mindfulness group hosted on Facebook. This is the live recording from April 29, 2024. You can find the full video hosted at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulnessTopics covered:Are you in tune?: Sabotage in MaintenanceRoutine and getting to the place where you feel your best. Getting back to feeling good and understanding the things you need to do.Are you ready? Personalizing The Food Plan or redoing The Program What is your focus? Are you actually done losing your weight?Assessing your needs: Capture, Cancel. CorrectPutting time into routine to get better at understanding your needs!Getting stuck in the weeds of lifeBored with food? what else is happening for you?Are you overthinking it? Are you eating just salads and protein? 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 Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 8, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:Be here at the end, this is not a quick fixAre you bringing your old diet baggage and feels into THIS ProgramComing into Monday after a weekend, how are you feeling? Setting Intentions and End of Day Reflections Welcome to our new members, getting started and reviewing the information. Working through the mental aspect of weight loss and getting reconnected with your body. What your body can do when you start giving it the resources it needs Using the scale as a tool and noticing your body changeWorking through the layers of self-sabotage, past diets and the mental aspect of this processMom guilt; learning to prioritize yourself and fighting to find the time to set yourself up for success. Learning from your experience of past groups and taking that insight to help you move forward. Planning ahead; How should you approach your nights out?Returning members, what do you need to focus on this time around?How has your weight defined who you are?Returning members; what you worked on last round may not need to be your focus this round.Trusting The Process and feeling confident in the things you need to do. An Overview of The Program and all the things we are going to dive intoGetting to a place where you are calm around foodTo 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 Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 5, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:Be mindful of planting the seeds of doubt The importance of focusing on progress over perfection as we get startedUnpacking the baggage of our past dieting historyUtilize all the resources available to support you - the Companion book, Livy Method app and our team in the Facebook Support groupA message to our returning membersNavigating our first weekend of the Spring/Summer ProgramWhere to find inspiration for meals and snacksCheck out our Livy Loser community at #livylosers on Instagram for amazing member sharesAnnouncement - 1,000 spots have opened up for the Spring Summer Group!Reviewing the order of The Food PlanStarting to understand hunger and our habitsThe importance of giving your body what it needs and not going long stretches without eatingThe differences between The Livy Method and other dieting methodsHow starting our day with apple cider vinegar and/or lemon water affects us Getting in tune with our wants vs what our body is asking forStarting to work through our emotions and coping mechanisms How digestion is impacted when your gall bladder is removedThe effects of the diets we’ve tried over the yearsDemographics of the members of our Livy communityAging, The Livy Method and your sex life! 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 Spring/Summer 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 4, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodspringsummer2024Topics covered:Breaking down the basics of Prep Week- how to best utilize the information in the Facebook Support Group and The Livy Method AppUnderstanding Set Point Theory and how The Livy Method affects it Tips for finding recipes in the Facebook Support Group and Livy Method AppAnnouncement - 1,000 additional spots have opened for family and friends Organizing your fridge to help support your weight loss journey Where to find our How To videos to support using the app Tips on how to approach The Program when struggling with things in your lifeHow to approach and track non-alcoholic drinks, pop and coffee on The ProgramUnderstanding the main reasons the scale can be up Our guest expert, Dr Beverley David, will be joining us to discuss the psychology of weight lossStarting to understand feeling hungry after dinner and what our body is really telling usStarting to understand your body’s patterns and how they affect movement on the scaleHow to manage The Program when you’re sick We will be discussing supplements in the coming weeks - for now, it’s best to focus on implementing The Food PlanLooking at cravings and starting to understand what our body is really asking forWhat hunger is telling us - starting to understand our body’s cuesUnderstanding your migrating motor complex and hungerThe focus for this week is simple - focus on implementing The Food PlanTo learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.