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I got a brand new podcast mic! What does that have to do with you? A lot! We are constantly making choices that either keep us stuck or move us forward- and our decisions are largely rooted in our identity- how we identify with ourselves. My first thought when I went to buy this new mic was “who do I … Read More

“I LOVE your dress!” “Thanks! It has pockets!” vs “I don’t like that shirt on you.” “OMG I AM FAT AND UNWORTHY. I HATE MYSELF.” Why are we like this? This is just one example of the way that we externalize success and compliments but internalize failures and shortcomings. In fact, it’s been proven that we need about 7 positive … Read More

Is the way you’re spending your time working out making you better at LIFE? If not, we’ve got some things to figure out! All too often, I see women unable to fully participate in their own lives as a side effect of having a weak, incapable body because the way they’re deciding to exercise just… isn’t effective or truly useful. … Read More

This was a hard one to break down! On the one hand, I don’t want anyone to walk around being rooted in negativity and victim-mindset. At the end of the day, we still have to take responsibility for our lives. This is not the antithesis to that, but rather, another tool in order to help you take responsibility. Sometimes that … Read More

Parenting is tough, right? I mean… I wouldn’t know but I can only imagine. I work with almost 100% women (we have a few token men that come into Iron Phoenix Strength Club) but online, I only help women. Most of them are mothers. So I couldn’t think of a better way to follow up episode 128 than by having … Read More

There are countless ways that parents can begin to instill diet culture in their children- even with the best of intentions and especially without knowing that they’re doing so. You see, dieting disconnects your brain from your body and there are subtle ways that parents encourage this behavior. One of the most common ways that this shows up is when … Read More

Emily and I are back for another dual-host episode! Do you have a person in your life where it seems like every story they tell you about their life is drama-filled? Or, the tougher question: are YOU the person who is always at the center of drama? Life happens and shit hits the fan sometimes, but when drama is a … Read More

Every breakthrough I’ve ever had in my life came from asking for help. I have this story that I can do everything myself and never ask for help. And, to this day, this is THE THING that holds me back from more accomplishments and success- not to mention it also holds be back from more ease. Sheesh! There was a … Read More