273. Changing Your Identity Around Food & Alcohol

Does it ever feel like you’re working really hard on weight loss, but not seeing much change on the scale? On today’s episode Molly helps you take the guesswork out of why you’re not making progress, despite all your efforts. You’ll learn the 3 basic elements of successful weight loss, and two common reasons why many people get frustrated with the process of reaching their ideal size. Molly shares a story of her time working as a private chef, and when a doctor confronted her about being overweight. You’ll learn the advice Molly’s mom shared with her to help kickstart the process of fat burning, and the hard truth about weight loss most people resist hearing. To learn more about Molly’s program and access her free trainings visit: https://www.mollyzemek.com

The way you relate to food and alcohol can affect your identity, and losing weight can impact your self perception. When you burn fat by exploring the deeper layers of your emotions, it has the tendency to expose the true you. It’s natural to straddle your past and present identity while you’re changing your relationship with food, and experience some doubt along the way. Today on the podcast Molly discusses how to navigate this transition, and ways to support yourself through conflicting emotions. Listen to learn Molly’s advice for dealing with other people’s opinions, and how to be honest with yourself and others along the way. To learn more about Molly’s program and access her free trainings visit: https://www.mollyzemek.com

On today’s episode Molly interviews her client Kristy about her experience losing weight and drinking less inside the Weight Loss for Food Lover’s program. Kristy shares how she tried to limit her drinking in the past, but struggled with making it stick. Tune in to hear how she learned how to listen to her body, and the important shift that changed everything. You’ll learn about the key skills Kristy practiced to lose weight and cut back on drinking wine, and the role life coaching played in her success. To learn more about Molly’s program and access her free trainings visit: https://www.mollyzemek.com/

When you don’t trust yourself around food or alcohol it can become a self-fulfilling prophecy. Building trust in your ability to eat and drink in moderation begins by considering the possibility that you can change with the right tools. Listen to today’s podcast to hear Molly explain the 4 ways you can build trust with yourself before you even feel ready. You’ll learn how to gradually change beliefs about yourself, modify the way you eat, and build a more positive relationship with yourself. Tune in to hear Molly describe the way self-judgment erodes trust, and her advice on new ways to talk to yourself. To learn more about Molly’s program and access her free trainings visit: https://www.mollyzemek.com

When embarking on a weight loss journey, you might feel overwhelmed by the prospect of reaching your target weight. On today’s podcast Molly explains why it’s important to focus more on daily actions, rather than on your long-term goal. Tune in to learn what actionable steps to take, how to evaluate your progress, and ways to fine tune your plan. If you’re someone who feels frustrated by all that it takes to lose weight, you want to hear Molly simplify the process on today’s show. To learn more about Molly’s program and access her free trainings visit: https://www.mollyzemek.com

Today Molly is joined by Ann Swanson, author and yoga therapist who helps busy people find peace in everyday life. Together they discuss how meditation can help relieve pain, manage stress, and contribute to a more joyful life. Learn: Ann Swanson’s personal journey of alleviating chronic pain and anxiety through yoga and meditation. How to use meditation as a tool for handling food urges. The way mindfulness strengthens the mind-body connection. About Ann Swason: Ann Swanson teaches yoga and meditation to busy people with busy minds. She is the author of the books SCIENCE OF YOGA and Meditation for the Real World. Ann wasn’t a naturally “chill person,” and these practices didn’t come easy to her. Overcoming chronic pain and anxiety led her to India to study yoga, to China to explore tai chi, and to earn a Master of Science in Yoga Therapy. Now, Ann teaches accessible yoga and meditations that you'll actually do. Get Ann’s books and free bonuses at:  www.scienceof.yoga and www.MeditationForTheRealWorld.com   Ann’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AnnSwansonWellness Ann’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scienceof.yoga/

What makes weight loss medications so effective? Is there a way to duplicate these benefits without enduring the financial and physical hardship of taking drugs? On today’s podcast Molly answers both of these questions. You’ll learn the impact of GLP-1 agonists on hunger and cravings, and ways to create similar results naturally. Tune in to hear Molly describe the value in creating discipline around your relationship with food and alcohol, and the lifelong impact this has on weight management. You’ll learn which foods naturally lessen hunger and cravings, and how to focus your thinking to regain control around urges. To learn more about Molly’s program and access her free trainings visit: https://www.mollyzemek.com

Have you ever felt frustrated asking yourself “Why can’t I lose weight?” It may seem like an innocent question, but it’s not helping you make progress. If you feel upset by your inability to reach your goal weight, it may be time to reconsider your thinking. On today’s podcast Molly points out two very common, but problematic, thought patterns that keep us stuck during a weight loss journey. You’ll learn how to spot these unhelpful habits, and correct them with focused questions. If you need some insight on how to get the scale moving back down again, without extreme dieting, tune into today’s show. To learn more about Molly’s program and access her free trainings visit: https://www.mollyzemek.com

Should you be on a high protein diet to help with weight loss? What about weight training to create lean muscle mass? Google “weight loss” and you’ll be bombarded with a whole mess of conflicting trends that promise to solve the problem. There is a reason why social media influencers are so convincing, but how do you know if it’s the right approach for you? If you’re confused about what you should be doing with food and exercise to lose weight, today’s episode is just for you. Listen in to hear Molly explain what you need to consider about any weight loss protocol. She explains the 2 main causes of overeating, and what kind of lifestyle changes address them. To learn more about Molly’s program and access her free trainings visit: https://www.mollyzemek.com

What does mindfulness have to do with eating and drinking less? Well, it’s not a skill that’s just reserved for people with a lot of self-control. In fact, the art of being mindfully aware of your food and alcohol intake is a habit that can be cultivated with some practice. Tune into today’s podcast to hear Molly explain 4 simple ways to bring more mindfulness into your relationship with food and alcohol. Hear why this one practice is crucial to permanently changing habits of overeating and overdrinking. To learn more about Molly’s program and access her free trainings visit: https://www.mollyzemek.com