417-Rewriting the Rules: The Real Reason Health Coaching Businesses Struggle (And How Emma Turned It Around) with Emma Wright

The Hidden Harm in Spiritual Healing Practices  Not all wellness practices lead to healing. Sometimes, they perpetuate harm disguised as “self-care.” In this episode, Meg Pearson exposes the darker side of spiritual healing and how to approach it with authenticity and intention. What you’ll learn in this episode: The surprising connection between spiritual healing and diet culture. How to identify toxic patterns in wellness spaces. Why balance between self-care and collective awareness is essential. Steps to align your practices with true healing.   Mentioned in the show: Free Resources and Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/  Work With Me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/   Connect with our guest: Instagram - Meg Pearson: https://www.instagram.com/coachmegpearson/  Facebook - Meg Pearson: https://www.facebook.com/CoachMegPearson Meg Pearson's breathwork resources: https://www.meghanpearson.ca/bestbreathworkresourceever

Why Health Coaching Businesses Struggle (and How to Fix It!) Many health coaches pour their hearts into their work but still feel stuck—overworked, underpaid, and burnt out. In this episode, Emma Wright, a Body Image and Women’s Wellbeing Coach, shares her transformation story and the mindset shifts that helped her build a sustainable, fulfilling business. What you’ll learn in this episode: The top reasons health coaching businesses struggle to make money. Why perfectionism and overwork hold you back. How to shift from external validation to self-trust. Steps to align your business with your strengths and values. Mentioned in the show: Free Resources and Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/  Work With Me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/  Connect with our guest: Instagram - Emma Wright: https://www.instagram.com/talkingwithemma/  Facebook - Emma Wright: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingWithEmma  Emma's Body Image Wellbeing Quiz: https://www.subscribepage.com/body-image-wellbeing-quiz 

Is your body image holding you back from living your fullest life? Your Body, Your Story: Breaking Free from Body Image Myths In this game-changing podcast episode, I'm revealing the TRUTH about body image that NO ONE is talking about. You’ll learn: The four components of body image Spotting unconscious protective behaviors Tools for emotional regulation Why a trauma-informed approach is essential Mentioned in the show: Free Resources and Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/ Work With Me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/

Compassion isn’t weakness—it’s your superpower.  In this episode, I chat with Fiona Sutherland, an Accredited Practising Dietitian, Educator & Clinical Supervisor, about the powerful connection between compassion, attunement, and safety in our lives. 🎧 Tune in to learn: How self-compassion transforms behavior change. The importance of attunement in meeting your needs. Practical ways to foster safety in your life and relationships. Links mentioned in the show: Free Resources and Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/ Work With Me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/ Fiona Sutherland's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.mindfuldietitian/ Fiona Sutherland's website: https://www.themindfuldietitian.com.au/

"I knew I didn't want to do diets, but I didn't know HOW to not do diets..." Meet 5 incredible women who went from feeling stuck in their coaching practice to transforming lives with confidence inside the Non-Diet Coaching Certification. ⁣ In this raw and honest conversation, current Non-Diet Coaching Certification students share how they found the missing pieces between intellectual understanding and creating real transformation with their clients.⁣ In this episode, you'll learn: &]:mt-2 list-disc space-y-2 pl-8"> The crucial difference between intuitive eating certification and coaching skills How to move beyond intellectualization to create lasting client transformation Why emotional regulation is the key to confident coaching The exact tools needed to create safety in coaching relationships Mentioned in the show: Free Resources and Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/ Work With Me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/ Connect with our guests Mia Smith's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miadeneen Mia Smith's Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/mia.overtonsmith/ Krisann Friday's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellspiritwellbody Krisann Friday's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellspiritwellbody Leemor Ellman's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leemor_ellman Leemor Ellman's website: https://www.family-food-freedom.com/ Farrah Fernandez' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farrah_fernandez Farrah Fernandez' Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092576176492 Angela Humburg's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100011422147558 Angela Humburg's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomingadietrenegade/

"How to Actually Make America Healthy Again" isn't what you think! Health is more than diet and exercise—it’s shaped by privilege, policy, and systemic barriers. In this episode, Amanda Howell, a public health professional with a background in political science, psychology, and reproductive health breaks down the real root causes of America’s health crisis and what we can do to fix it. What you’ll learn listening to this episode: Why banning red dye won’t solve chronic illness. The role of privilege in shaping health outcomes. What social determinants of health really mean. Steps you can take to advocate for change.   Mentioned in the show: Social Determinants of Health  https://www.goinvo.com/features/determinants-of-health/#:~:text=89%25%20of%20health%20occurs%20outside,single%20visualization%20have%20been%20limited. Resources shared by Amanda This is an extremely comprehensive resource that is updated often. A person can click on any state to see the current abortion policies, barriers, and/or protections in place. https://states.guttmacher.org/policies/   Plan B (Levonorgestrel) - Note: these are NOT affiliate links. I just pulled all the Levonorgestrel options on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/s?k=plan+b&crid=AZ4AGKPGFZGY&sprefix=plan+b%2Caps%2C130&ref=nb_sb_noss_1 People can also find Levonorgestrel pills at Target, Walmart, Walgreens, and CVS What is Plan B & how to use it? https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/morning-after-pill-emergency-contraception/whats-plan-b-morning-after-pill  For those who need abortion pills ("period pills") now or want them on hand for potential future use https://www.womenonweb.org/en/survey/22051/abortion-pills-for-future-use https://www.plancpills.org/ https://aidaccess.org/ What is the abortion pill & how does it work? https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/abortion/the-abortion-pill Abortion access, finding care, and funding https://powertodecide.org/get-involved/abortion-access-for-all https://www.abortionfinder.org/ https://abortionfunds.org/ Master list of gynecologists who will perform tubal ligation https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/u/0/d/1Djia_WkrVO3S4jKn6odNwQk7pOcpcL4x00FMNekrb7Q/htmlview?pli=1&fbclid=IwY2xjawGYmtlleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHWc0NqKneIoEmwA1j7LSMEdGEYAHk4qbKBkKBAOEcvR7G-mMB3nu1NEF5A_aem_ikHR77RUMJ1Zzb0ntyKKrg Free Resources and Training https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/  Work with me https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/

Are you tired of constantly fighting against your own desires when it comes to food and your body? Discover the liberating power of "rebellious eating" - and how to harness it for true self-empowerment.  What you’ll learn listening to this episode: • The true meaning of "rebellious eating" and how it's a natural response to societal control • How you're both the restrictor and the restricted when it comes to your eating behaviors  • The importance of reclaiming your self-authorization and becoming the authority over your own life • Why allowing yourself to be imperfect is the key to ending the cycle of rebellious eating • How to develop the flexibility and resilience of a "palm tree" when faced with changes   Mentioned in the show: Free Resources and Training https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/  Work With Me https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/   

It’s November 6 2024... the day after the 2024 American Election.   I just closed a group call with some of my clients…… to support them in processing the circumstance of the election.   My clients told me that this coaching conversation was very valuable and that it should made be accessible to everyone.   When listening to this unpriced episode you will  learn about: 1- Self-leadership in time of uncertainty:How to manage feelings of fear and perfectionism, and avoid black-and-white thinking 2- How to look at the election result through the lens of intersectional coaching : Understanding how resilience and response make a difference, both personally and professionally. 3- How to show up as a coach :Practical strategies for choosing a calm and value-driven response. 4- How to show up as entrepreneurand marketing :How to articulate and stand by your values even more clearly in challenging times. 4- I share how I will move forward with my business   In hope that this help you  and would love to hear from you after your listen ❤️   Reach out to me on IInstagram DM’s    Stephanie & clients.

Are you stuck in the loop of always wanting to lose weight? It’s time to break free and reclaim your self-worth beyond the scale.    In this episode of It’s Beyond the Food, I’m sharing the truth about “problem addiction” and why so many of us keep striving to “fix” ourselves through weight loss. Spoiler: True happiness has nothing to do with your body size!    What you’ll learn in this episode:   The cycle of “problem addiction” and why it’s so hard to break.   How society conditions us to link thinness with happiness.   Steps to shift focus from weight loss to self-acceptance.   Why self-worth comes from within, not from changing your body.   Mentioned in the show: Free Resources and Training https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/  Work With Me https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/ 

"You're living the life I wish I could." - My 100-year-old grandmother's words that changed everything. In this powerful episode of the Feeling Lighter Podcast, I share how breaking free from patriarchal conditioning helped me discover my inherent worth. As the first woman in my family to live independently, I reveal the exact moment I stopped trying to earn my value and started living authentically. What you’ll learn listening to this episode: How to release the belief that your worth needs to be earned Ways to break free from constant self-improvement cycles Strategies to advocate for yourself in medical settings Steps to create authentic connections that support your true self   Mentioned in the show: WeShape Podcast  https://www.weshape.com/podcast-episodes/episode-110 WeShape Instagram https://www.instagram.com/feeling.lighter.podcast/ Free Resources and Training https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/ Work With Me https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/