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In this episode I cover 10 actionable ways to start divesting from diet culture. This list includes, physical, energetic, and mental approaches to divest from diet culture. Resources mentioned:Grab your free hunger/ fullness scale and supplemental activity hereMore from Leah:Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Send me a voice messageEmail me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this week’s episode I’m joined by return guest Lizzy Pope, a professor and director of the undergraduate dietetics program at the University of Vermont. Lizzy is also a certified intuitive eating counselor and her research focuses on weight-inclusive nutrition education and manifestations of diet culture in social media.Together, we discuss:How weight inclusivity & the rise of Ozempic have impacted dieteticsThe glorification of weight loss on TikTokThe lack of expert voices providing nutrition contentHow TikTok videos perpetuate thin privilege and racismThe challenges of learning and teaching weight inclusivity Mentioned in the episode:Listen to Lizzy’s previous episode More from Lizzy:Learn more about Lizzy’s work at UVMCheck out her TikTok weight-normative messaging research More from Leah:Get access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini CourseApply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Send me a voice messageEmail me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this episode, I give you 11 things you can do today to shift how you feel about your body. I cover:Curating your feed Ways to rewire your neural pathwaysUnconventional ideas for shifting your perspective on your body (hint outer space documentaries and psychedelics...)Resources Mentioned:Download my free anti-diet media list More from Leah:Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Send me a voice messageEmail me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this BONUS solo episode, Leah answers the question as to whether or not it's possible to still eat intuitively if you use THC/ smoke weed. Enroll in our annual Cannabis and Intuitive Eating Workshop happening on 4/18 Use code PODCAST to get $15 off at checkout.Get access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini CourseApply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Send me a voice messageEmail me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Debbie Saroufim, a body acceptance coach and food trauma healer who helps women, teens and tweens make peace with their body and build up their immunity to diet culture. Debbie’s first children’s book, Fat & Beautiful: A Book About Why You Can Be Both, was published this spring.Together, we discuss:Debbie’s journey from actress to trainer to body acceptance coachThe moralization of health and wellnessLearning to identify diet culture in our self-talkBeing a thin person in the fat acceptance movementConversations between parents and childrenSelf-compassionate intuition and recoveryMore from Debbie:Buy Debbie’s bookFollow her on InstagramCheck out her websiteMentioned in the episode:Debbie Lesko episodeMore from Leah:Get access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini CourseApply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Send me a voice messageEmail me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this episode, I cover:A breakdown of Oprah’s new ABC Ozempic specialThe aspects of Oprah’s message that I appreciatedAspects of the special that I disagree withThe real reasons why being higher weight can lead to negative health outcomesPieces I felt were missing from the specialWhat I wished the take-home message was Resources Mentioned:HAES research freebieEpisode on my friend's lived-experience on Ozempic The real reasons why being higher weight leads to negative health outcomesMore from Leah:Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Send me a voice messageEmail me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this week’s episode I’m joined by Natalie Stine, anti-diet registered dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor who has a passion for helping adults and children develop a peaceful relationship with food, body acceptance and trust.Together, we discuss:Her journey from disordered eating to anti-diet dietitianThe relief in Natalie’s ADHD diagnosisHow neurodivergent eating patterns are pathologizedSupporting neurodivergent clientsChallenging the concept of normative ideals around food and health More from Natalie:Follow her on InstagramVisit Healthier Tomorrows website More from Leah:Get access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini CourseApply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Send me a voice messageEmail me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this episode, I answer the 10 most common questions I get about intuitive eating:What is intuitive eating?Can I really just listen to my body’s cues instead of following a diet or food rules?But what if when I start listening to my body’s hunger cues, I can’t stop eating?What if I only crave cookies, candy, and “junk food” forever?!Am I allowed to eat food when I’m not actually hungry?How can I overcome the guilt of eating foods that I once labeled as “bad”?Will I lose weight when eating intuitively?How do I get rid of a weight loss mindset?What if my doctor said I need to lose weight?How do I make peace with my current body if I hate the way it looks?Resources Mentioned:Download my free Intuitive Eating research guideSet-point weight blog postMore from Leah:Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Send me a voice messageEmail me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this episode, I’m joined by Jenn Baswick, a food freedom dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor passionate about helping women find peace with food and their bodies. She is the founder of The Intuitive Nutritionist and the host of The Intuitively You podcast.Together, we discuss:Studying nutrition from a place of disordered eatingReconciling with “woo-woo”Why mindset is important for healingAffirmations vs. bridging core beliefsOvercoming inner food police voicesTools to reframe mindsetMore from Jenn:Jenn’s InstagramVisit her websiteThe Intuitively You podcastFree binge eating quizFood Freedom Vision GuideMore from Leah:Get access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini CourseApply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Send me a voice messageEmail me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this solo episode, I share about my decision to leave Instagram. I discuss:The breadcrumbs that lead me to this decisionHow using IG for my biz negatively impacted my mental healthHow I knew it was time to make this leapThe fears that come with this changeAn update on how I've been feeling in the last 4 months since making this decisionResources Mentioned:Why I'm leaving Instagram (the substack piece I read on the episode)My story podcast episode Send me a voice message on my Speakpipe More from Leah:Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Email me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this episode, we are joined by Alissa Rumsey, a registered dietitian, nutrition therapist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and the author of Unapologetic Eating: Make Peace With Food and Transform Your Life. Together, we discuss:How Alissa moved from a weight normative to a weight inclusive practiceDevising “unapologetic eating”Food freedom backlash in fat bodiesDiet culture as a force for controlling peopleMotives behind beauty standards for womenThe power of going out without makeupBeing an author with privilegeMentioned in the episode:Intuitive Eating by Evelyn TriboleFearing the Black Body by Sabrina StringsSalt Fat Acid Heat by Samin NosratThe Beauty Myth by Naomi Wolf“Lived Experience with Ozempic” episodeMore from Alissa:Visit Alissa’s websiteFollow her on instagramCheck out her book Unapologetic EatingMore from Leah:Get access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini CourseApply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Email me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

Today I'm joined by one of my beloved former 1:1 clients, Amy. Together we discuss:Amy’s process with deciding to pursue an intuitive eating journeyThe role of faith and spirituality in Amy’s journeyHow redefining health changed everything for AmyThe intersection of disordered eating and chronic illnessHow a trip to the zoo gave Amy a big “aha” momentAmy’s realization about the impacts of  bullying herselfMentioned in the episode:Episode with my former professor, Lizzy popeResearch PDF Freebie Master Your Hunger Cues WorkshopMore From Leah:Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Subscribe to my personal SubstackEmail me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

Today I’m joined by body image coach and educator Bri Campos. Bri is a licensed mental health counselor based in New Jersey and the founder of Body Image with Bri. **Together, we discuss:Bri’s food & body image storyInternalized anti-fat biasHonoring intersectionality in body image workWhy affirmations won’t cut it when it comes to doing body image workThe biggest myth about body image workThe importance of sitting with body griefCentering the fat experience as a normal experienceMentioned in the episode:Fearing the Black Body by Sabrina StringsThe Body is Not an Apology by Sonya Renee TaylorChristy Harrison’s podcast Food PsychThe Real Reasons Why Being Higher Weight Can Lead to Negative Health Outcomes (it's not the weight!)More from Bri:Bri’s InstagramThe Body Image with Bri BlogThe Body Grievers Club PodcastMore from Leah:Get access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini CourseApply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Email me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this solo episode, I announce an exciting podcast update. Then, I breakdown 4 hurdles that might be keeping you stuck on your intuitive eating journey. I discuss:How lingering mental restriction might be keeping you from experiencing full peace with foodWhat happens when you don't give yourself enough time to habituateThe difference between intuitive eating and rebellion/ spite eatingWhy you're struggling with hearing body cues Tips for addressing the 4 most common hurdles  Resources Mentioned:Why I'm leaving Instagram in MarchMaster Your Hunger Cues WorkshopMore from Leah:Get access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini CourseApply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Email me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by dietitian and mindfulness teacher Keirra Bartley. She owns the private practice Attune Nutrition and believes everyone has the right to feel at home in their body and on this earth.Together we discuss:Keirra’s food & body image storyHow being conscious about sustainability led Keirra down a path of disordered eatingHow mindfulness can support healing our relationships with food and bodyMisconceptions of what mindfulness looks likeHow wellness culture has co-opted mindfulnessMore from Keirra:Check out Attune Nutrition’s websiteThe Attune News SubstackFollow Keirra on InstagramMore from Leah:Get access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini CourseApply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered straight from my heart to your inbox each week.Email me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this episode, we are joined by Registered Dietitian, pubic speaker and running coach, Serena Marie. Serena uses a unique blend of intuitive eating, somatic counseling, and running nutrition to help you fuel your dreams. Together, we discuss:Serena Marie’s journey with disordered eating & runningHow Serena was introduced to intuitive eatingAddressing thin privilege & internalized weight stigmaThe problems with under-fueling & under-hydrating before, during or after exercisingHow to set yourself up for success at as athleteMore from Serena Marie:Listen to Leah on Serena’s podcast, Dear Runner BodVisit Serena’s websiteFollow Serena on Instagram @serenamarierdMore from Leah:Get access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini CourseApply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered  straight from my heart  to your inbox each week.Email me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this episode, we are joined by nutrition student and wellness podcaster, Emily Beal of Energy with Emily and What I Didn’t Know. Together, we discuss:Emily’s journey from body neutrality to disordered eating to recoveryHow disordered eating can lead people into studying nutritionThe relationship between perfectionism, over-achieving & disordered eatingEmily’s journey with mental health, therapy & medicationLearning to be enoughMore from Emily:Hear Leah on Emily’s podcast, What I Didn’t KnowFollow Emily on Instagram @energy.with.emilyJoin Emily’s email listMore from Leah:Get access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini CourseApply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackFollow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered  straight from my heart  to your inbox each week.Email me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this episode, we are joined by  Intuitive Eating Coach and HAES advocate, Jonny Landels! In this episode, we discuss: Jonny's food and body storyThe  impact of being bullied for his body size on Jonny's relationship with food How working at CrossFit skyrocketed Jonny into disordered eating and negative body imageThe messy middle parts of healing from disordered eatingHow Jonny finally stopped counting calories and tracking macrosHow Jonny's rigidity with food negatively impacted his relationshipsFind Jonny on Instagram to learn more about his workGet access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini CourseApply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered  straight from my heart  to your inbox each week.Follow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rdEmail me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this week's episode, we catch up with Koren, a graduate of my 1:1 coaching program, The Embodied Method. In this episode, we discuss:Koren's story with her long history of dieting and trying to manipulate the  her body The  tipping point that led Koren to reach out for support How Koren went from being a lifelong dieter to becoming an intuitive eaterThe tools that have made the biggest difference in helping Koren make peace with her bodyGet access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini CourseApply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered  straight from my heart  to your inbox each week.Follow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rd (note, I'm moving away from using IG and plan to log off fully by March 25th 2024, however you can still find an archive of free content on my page).Email me: Leah@leahkernrd.com

In this week's solo episode, I cover: The 3 biggest things I’ve changed my mind on in 3 years of running my bizHow I’ve shifted my approach to coaching (specifically, body image coaching)The way my views on when and how to incorporate gentle nutrition with clients has shifted over timeHow (and why) I’ve drastically changed my mind on the role I want social media to play in my biz ecosystemGet access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini CourseRead my Substack piece, Why I'm Leaving InstagramApply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching programJoin my self-paced course, The ReturnSubscribe to my personal SubstackVisit my website to learn more about my coaching offeringsSubscribe to my weekly newsletter to get a nugget of intuitive eating inspiration delivered  straight from my heart  to your inbox each week.Follow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.rd (note, I'm moving away from using IG and plan to log off fully by March 25th 2024, however you can still find an archive of free content on my page).Email me: Leah@leahkernrd.com