164 - Many women don’t actually enjoy the ice cream, brownie, or summer treat nearly as much as they thought they would because their brain is arguing with them the entire time. In this episode, Clarenda talks about the mental spiral that often follows food guilt and why the real exhaustion is often coming from the noise in our mind, not the food itself. Inside this conversation: • why summer can feel defeating when you’re trying to lose weight • how “I already blew it” thinking creates more ...
Jun 2
12 min
Summer has a way of slowly pulling women away from the habits that help them feel their best. Less structure, more social events, emotional eating, exhaustion, “I don’t feel like cooking” days, and eventually the feeling of needing to “get back on track” again. In Episode 163: Enjoy Summer Without Starting Over in September, Clarenda talks about the mental and emotional side of summer health habits, including nervous system overload, self-trust, “micro quits,” emotional eating, and realistic ...
May 19
25 min
When you’re the one everyone leans on, it’s easy to slowly disappear from your own priority list. In Episode 162 of the Feel Light Mind & Body Podcast, I sit down with Registered Nurse, Caregiving Consultant, and Care Navigator Karen Lake for an honest conversation about caregiving, burnout, emotional overload, and the pressure so many women quietly carry. We talk about: • caregiver burnout and chronic stress • decision fatigue and mental overload • resentment, guilt, and family dynamics ...
May 12
44 min
161 - Have you noticed how your body feels when your mind won’t settle? Tense, a drop in energy, and the strain of the mental back-and-forth… In this episode, I talk about how ongoing worry affects your body, not just your thoughts. When your system stays on alert, it can influence your sleep, digestion, energy, and even your ability to follow through on the things you care about. I also share why this feels more intense right now. We’re taking in more information than ever, and it keeps your...
May 5
15 min
160 - You know that feeling when you’ve been doing so well… and then you “mess up”? Doubt creeps in and you start wondering if you’ll ever be able to get the pounds off. You might even think, “Maybe it’s just not possible for me at this age and stage of life.” That can feel discouraging. In this episode, I share a client conversation that highlights a common pattern: wanting to move forward, but also wanting doubt to disappear first. You’ll hear how to take action while doubt is still there, ...
Apr 28
16 min
159 - What happens after the food noise quiets down? I focus on the part that tends to get overlooked when it comes to GLP-1s and weight loss in general. Because while appetite and cravings can change… the moments that used to lead you to food are still there: that end-of-day feeling, the stress that lingers, that “I just want something” pull. We talk about why those patterns don’t automatically go away, and what actually needs to shift so results last. You’ll learn: Why knowing what to do is...
Apr 14
13 min
158 - Food noise isn’t just about hunger. It’s the ongoing conversation in your mind around food… the pull, the back and forth, and the mental drain that comes with it. In this episode, I take a closer look at what’s really driving that experience and how GLP-1 medications are changing the conversation around weight loss. You’ll hear a balanced perspective on: Why food noise can feel so strong (especially at certain times of day)What GLP-1s are doing in the body and brainWhy many people feel ...
Apr 7
18 min
157 - Complaining can feel like a quick release, but it often lowers your energy and keeps your body in a stress response longer than you realize. In Episode 157, I share a simple way to break the complaining habit using the STOP method. You’ll see how your thoughts trigger the pattern, how it carries through your day, and how it shows up in your routines and relationships. This episode gives you a practical way to catch it earlier and shift your response so you’re not stuck in that loop. If ...
Mar 31
14 min
156 - Spring is often associated with cleaning out closets and tackling home projects. But before organizing your physical space, what if you paused to reset something even more important…your energy? In this episode, Clarenda shares three questions that can help you recognize what may be draining your energy and what could restore it. Many capable women are working hard in many areas of life yet still feel mentally tired, stuck in stress eating habits, or frustrated with their energy and wei...
Mar 17
11 min
155 - What if the thing you’re most afraid of… is actually the doorway to your best version yet? In this episode, I talk about a concept called “Failure Gold” - the insight and growth that only becomes available after taking imperfect action. Many of the women I work with aren’t lacking information. They’re capable. They’ve read the books. Listened to the podcasts. Tried the plans. What holds them back isn’t a lack of knowledge, it’s the fear of failing again. So instead of taking actio...
Mar 3
12 min
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