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OUTWEIGH: We are so excited to bring you the first official crossover series of the "What’s God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts. 

If you have been listening to Outweigh, you know that THAT podcast is all about helping women break themselves out of the food and body prison, end the dieting madness, and take control of their health for good, but without all that restriction, obsession, and shame…and without dragging it out ...

OUTWEIGH: In this episode of Outweigh, Leanne addresses a common question from women who have moved past the acute struggles of their eating disorders and disordered eating: "What's next?". She explores how to create a health plan that protects your relationship with food and newfound freedom while also focusing on overall health...and emphasizes the importance of prioritizing mental and emotional health above all else.

Leanne also...

OUTWEIGH: Have you ever gone to start a new plan or program, and on the surface you’re gung- ho — ready to take it by the reins, deeply committed, and hoping (praying!) that this time really IS different — that this will be ‘the thing’ that changes everything for you… but secretly in the back of your mind, you’re WAITING for it to fail?

Perhaps you’re even outright EXPECTING it to fail, because you know in your heart-of-hearts that...

OUTWEIGH: Last week Stephanie shared her incredible transformation from crockpot enthusiast to slow living guru. She's back on Outweigh to share the secret sauce behind her success. She walks us through "The Success Formula"and shares invaluable insights on how this formula has been instrumental in her journey to success, offering actionable strategies for harnessing the power of mindset, taking decisive action, and maintaining unw...

OUTWEIGH: In 2008 Stephanie O'Dea made a New Year’s Resolution to use her crockpot slow cooker every day for a year and write about it online. This simple idea started with absolutely no-money down, and by the end of the year she had a book deal with a New York publisher, multiple television appearances, and a brand new career she could do at home, in her fuzzy slippers, while caring for her three children.

What began as a s...

OUTWEIGH: 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 the ne...

OUTWEIGH: 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,...

OUTWEIGH: 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 cul...

OUTWEIGH: 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 incredib...

OUTWEIGH: Amy and Leanne are back for our final episode of this series where they dive deep into the science of (what feels like) food 'addiction' within your own brain. They'll explore the role of the ACC, your "social brain," and its powerful need for oxytocin, the love and connection hormone. Learn why your brain might crave sugar, Netflix, or other "drugs" when it's really seeking deeper connection. This episode dismantles the ...

OUTWEIGH: Amy and Leanne are back for Part 4 of Binge-Free Brain where they explore the mind-blowing connection between emotional and physical pain. Did you know a key area of your brain, the ACC, houses a large number of receptors for both? This means emotional hurt can literally feel like physical pain, which can trigger us to seek comfort in food. We'll delve deeper into the concept of "sensory mismatch" and how it relates to fi...

OUTWEIGH: Ready to understand Binge Eating from the perspective of the female brain specifically? Part 3 of Binge-Free Brain dives into the fascinating science of the female brain. Did you know the Anterior Cingulate Cortex (ACC) plays a crucial role in our desire for connection, and when that need isn't met, it can lead to bingeing? We'll explore the key brain regions that differ between men and women, explaining why women are act...

OUTWEIGH: Feel like your mind and your thoughts are holding you hostage when it comes to eating when you're not even hungry? Part 2 of our Binge-Free Brain series tackles the surprising truth: your beliefs about food are shaping your habits, not the other way around. We'll explore 3 common beliefs that can fuel binge eating, like "food makes me feel better" or "I'm powerless against cravings." Discover how to challenge these limiti...

OUTWEIGH: Feeling like willpower just isn't enough to conquer your binge eating? You're not alone! Amy and Leanne are here for the first episode of the Binge-Free Brain series, and the first episode dives deep into the 3 biggest mistakes women make when trying to "out-discipline" or outsmart their eating habits.

Discover why restriction and white-knuckling it can actually backfire, and learn how to approach food freedom from a diff...

OUTWEIGH: 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 brain is ...

OUTWEIGH: 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:  focu...

OUTWEIGH: Ever find yourself stuck in a cycle of waiting for the other shoe to drop, even when you're doing everything "right"? 

Join us for the fifth and final episode of our series 5 Signs Your Food Struggles Actually Have NOTHING To Do With Food, where we confront the pervasive fear of failure that lurks beneath the surface of your achievements. 

We'll delve into the mindset of assuming failure from the get-go, and how it underm...

OUTWEIGH: Do you find yourself trapped in a cycle of labeling everything as "good" or "bad," "right" or "wrong," especially when it comes to food and your body? 

Join us for the fourth episode of our series 5 Signs Your Food Struggles Actually Have NOTHING To Do With Food, where we tackle the pervasive mindset of black-and-white thinking. 

We'll explore how this rigid mentality permeates every aspect of your life, fostering feeling...

OUTWEIGH: Ever find yourself dreading the thought of starting something new, already envisioning the uphill battle ahead? 

Join us for the third episode of our series 5 Signs Your Food Struggles Actually Have NOTHING To Do With Food, where we shine a light on the frustration of grappling with tasks that feel overwhelmingly difficult or draining. 

We'll explore why certain approaches leave you feeling depleted and disheartened, and ...