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Hey everyone—today’s episode is a vulnerable one. I open up about the highs and lows of my journey through grief, healing, and personal transformation. From losing my mom during a time of deep emotional stress to navigating a long and toxic divorce while cohabitating with my ex, I share what it’s been like to survive, rest, and rebuild—both inside and out.

If you’ve ever struggled with gaining or losing weight as a response to emotional trauma, or felt like your healing was outpacing your physical progress, this episode is for you. I talk about the power of movement, honoring your body without obsession, and the beauty of redefining what strength and self-love look like—especially when no one else sees the work you’re doing behind the scenes.

 

Episode Highlights:

[0:02] - Reflecting on the stress and emotional toll of managing her mom’s illness from afar.
[2:15] - Discovering strength and stamina through treadmill workouts and how it affected her appetite.
[3:45] - How physical transformation became the gateway to emotional clarity and initiating divorce.
[5:05] - Surviving an abusive cohabitation during a three-year divorce and its impact on her health.
[7:30] - Transitioning into a period of nervous system recovery and PTSD healing.
[9:10] - Staying spiritually committed to healing even during the most painful times.
[10:50] - Frustration over post-divorce weight gain despite deep inner work.
[12:00] - Recommitting to gentle movement and reframing expectations about fitness.
[13:20] - Letting go of old versions of herself and embracing new forms of self-care.
[14:50] - A final reminder to give ourselves grace and trust the timing of our transformation.

 

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