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We are back again sharing Two Things that can ABSOLUTELY be true at the same time: You can be on the journey to self-love and self-worth (and not have self-worth tied to your appearance)....AND still care about what you look like.

These things do NOT have to cancel eachother out or stay mutually exclusive. But...there are some very important distinctions that you want to keep in mind--- especially since there are a lot of messages ...

Yes.... you heard that correctly. You can be pro body-image (and pro-self worth and body-positive) ....AND still have health goals you want to reach. These things do NOT have to cancel eachother out or stay mutually exclusive. But...there are some very important distinctions that you want to keep in mind to make sure that you are leading yourself in the direction of health, freedom, and healing.

Amy & Leanne come together f...

Leanne is back to continue the conversation from last week and dives deeper into the question of "Does it ever get easier?".  She argues that restrictive diets and intense exercise plans create a cycle of difficulty and ultimately fail because they train your brain for "hard work" instead of  training it for"ease."  

This week Leanne literally shares a step-by-step checklist for how you can make sure your brai...

On this week's episode of Outweigh, Leanne tackles a question on every woman's mind stuck in the diet-and-weight-loss cycle: "Does it ever get easier?"  Leanne challenges the idea of quick-fix diets and restrictive plans, arguing that they simply create more of the yo-yo effect that you're desperate to break free from AND leave you feeling like a prisoner in your own body.

Instead, she proposes a different approach:  ...

So far, we've explored the incredible power of neuro-thoughts, neuro-feelings, and neuro-beliefs. But how do these translate into action?  In this final episode of "Conversations with a Brain Surgeon", Dr. Lee Warren guides us through the fascinating realm of neuro-habits. We'll discover how your thoughts, feelings, and beliefs shape your daily actions, behaviors, and ultimately, your habits.  Join us as we uncover t...

We are back with Dr. Lee Warren to explore the two-way-street between thoughts and beliefs. In Part 1 we explored the power of neuro-thoughts, and part 2 revealed how they influence your neuro-feelings. Now, we get to the core: your beliefs! Dr. Warren delves into the fascinating world of neuro-beliefs, explaining the intricate dance between your thoughts and your core convictions. You'll learn how thoughts shape beliefs, and ...

In Part 2 of our series, "Conversations with A Brain Surgeon," we explore the profound connection between our thoughts and our feelings. Building upon the insights from Part 1, we delve into how our neuro-thoughts shape our emotional landscape, affecting our emotional regulation and overall well-being. Join us as we uncover the intricate interplay between our thoughts and feelings, and discover practical strategies to cultivate emo...

Ever wonder if your thoughts can literally change your brain? Welcome to the first episode of our Neuro-series where we are joined by Dr. Lee Warren, a neurosurgeon, author, and fellow podcaster, as we dive into the fascinating world of neuro-thoughts. Discover the power of neuroplasticity and neurobiology, and how there's an entire science behind how your thoughts can become your reality.

We'll unpack the incredible power o...

OUTWEIGH: In this 6th and final episode of this series on Outweigh, we end by shining a light on the deepest layer of unworthiness—the kind that doesn’t just feel like “I’m not enough”… but becomes your identity. Leanne walks you through how this kind of wiring happens, why it can be so hard to spot, and how to gently unhook from it using compassion, neuroscience, and a new vision of self-concep...

OUTWEIGH: This next episode in our series is not just a conversation, it is a reclamation. If you’ve ever been told you’re too sensitive, too intense, too loud, or too opinionated—this episode is for you. Leanne explores how the fear of being “too much” actually stems from a lifetime of shrinking, silencing, and squeezing into standards that were never yours to begin with. Through the lens of brain sci...

OUTWEIGH: Ever feel like you’re following a set of rules no one actually spoke out loud? “Be nice.” “Don’t take up too much space.” “Be grateful, not needy.” In this next episode of our series, Leanne unearths the unspoken ‘contracts’ that many women live by—rules that silently dictate what’s acceptable, lovable, and worthy. You’ll discover how to id...

OUTWEIGH: This next episode in our series gets real about the hidden emotional war so many women are fighting with food, their bodies, and themselves. Leanne unpacks how worthiness wounds often get expressed through restriction, bingeing, body obsession, and self-judgment—and how that fight isn’t really about food at all. You’ll learn how the brain’s wiring around shame and protection plays into this battle,...

OUTWEIGH: In Part 2 of our series, Leanne dives deep into the brain science behind why we crave approval—and how that craving can become a constant chase for validation. From diet culture to social media to people-pleasing, we explore how the world wires us to outsource our self-worth. But we don’t have to stay stuck in that loop. You’ll learn what it looks like to reclaim your inner authority, quiet the external ...

OUTWEIGH: We are kicking off a brand new series here on Outweigh with a truth most women never hear: you don’t have to love yourself first in order to feel worthy. In this powerful conversation, Leanne redefines worthiness—not as something you have to earn, hustle for, or feel 100% confident about—but as something you can reclaim right now. Even if self-love feels out of reach. Even if you still have doubts. This ...

OUTWEIGH: In this episode of Outweigh, we’re diving deep into the science behind why food feels so powerful—and how to create the “Ozempic effect” naturally (using the power of your brain), without medication, side effects, or yo-yo weight regain. Leanne breaks down the brain’s food-seeking circuit, the hidden driver behind cravings, emotional eating, and that relentless me...

OUTWEIGH: What if the emotions you fear most are actually the gateway to your greatest freedom? In this final episode of our series, Chip and Leanne explore how to stop fearing emotions and start listening to them instead. They break down the connection between numbing and disconnection, why vulnerability is the key to healing, and how embracing your emotions can lead to real joy and fulfillment. With practical tools and mindset sh...

OUTWEIGH: If willpower alone isn’t enough to stop numbing, what is? In this episode, Chip and Leanne explore why true healing starts with understanding the function of our coping behaviors—not just trying to “fix” them. They share the first steps to recognizing an unhealthy coping pattern, decoding what it’s really telling you, and shifting from avoidance to awareness. This episode is all about embraci...

OUTWEIGH: Why do we turn to food, alcohol, shopping, or even busyness when life feels overwhelming? In this episode, Chip and Leanne dive into the real reason we numb—what we’re actually trying to escape or avoid—and how society conditions us to suppress rather than process emotions. They break down the neuroscience behind coping mechanisms, revealing why they provide short-term relief but lead to long-term suffer...

OUTWEIGH: Addiction isn’t just about substances—it’s about the ways we cope with pain, stress, and unmet needs. In this episode, Chip Dodd and Leanne unpack how behaviors like emotional eating, over-exercising, workaholism, and social media addiction follow the same addictive patterns as substances. They explore the difference between coping mechanisms that help us heal versus those that keep us stuck, and how the...