In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I'm giving you an update on what's been going on during my hiatus from the podcast and that it's absolutely okay to not be fine!What You Will Learn:What happened while I fell off the Earth for a few monthsHow I'm making changes to be "fine" againWhat to focus on if you're in a season of struggle.Need A Safe and Supportive Bariatric Community? Come Join Our Facebook Group:Your Bariatric Experience by Lindsay Uri 

In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I'm sharing the 3 things you absolutely must stop doing right now! These 3 things  a few tips and trick on how to turn the ship around if you're feeling off track. Not only are there a few easy things you can do to make a quick shift - there is one thing you absolutely MUST do to get out of the weeds. Listen in to what to focus on to change your struggle into success!What You Will Learn:The 3 things you need to stop doing!Why these 3 things can be detrimental to your long term successHow to stay inspired!  If you've been guilty of these 3 things - this is the episode you need to hear to reset and gain a new perspective! **BARIATRIC EXPERIENCE GIVEAWAY**The Bariatric Experience podcast is about to hit TEN THOUSAND downloads so we're celebrating with a giveaway! The winner is going to receive a swag box of all my favourite bariatric things! To enter all you have to do is:Follow me on Facebook and Instagram!Grab a screenshot of your favourite episode or a photo of you listening to the podcast and tag me in it!Deadline for entries is April 20, 2021! Winner will be drawn at random. Need A Safe and Supportive Bariatric Community? Come Join Our Facebook Group:Your Bariatric Experience by Lindsay Uri 

If you’re anything like me, sometimes life just happens and before you know it, you’re feeling off without realizing you’ve gotten a bit off track. In this episode I’m going to share some quick fixes to get back on track quickly without shame spiraling into more bad choices! In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I'm sharing a few tips and trick on how to turn the ship around if you're feeling off track. Not only are there a few easy things you can do to make a quick shift - there is one thing you absolutely MUST do to get out of the weeds. Listen in to what to focus on to change your struggle into success!What You Will Learn:The 3-steps you need to take to avoid the shame spiral!Actual things you can do right now to help with the Top 3 strugglesHow to make it all work for you, not against you. If you've been feeling 'off' and like you need to get back on track - this is the episode you need to get get some quick ACTUAL things you can do right now to right the ship!**BARIATRIC EXPERIENCE GIVEAWAY**The Bariatric Experience podcast is about to hit TEN THOUSAND downloads so we're celebrating with a giveaway! The winner is going to receive a swag box of all my favourite bariatric things! To enter all you have to do is:Follow me on Facebook and Instagram!Grab a screenshot of your favourite episode or a photo of you listening to the podcast and tag me in it!Deadline for entries is April 20, 2021! Winner will be drawn at random. Need A Safe and Supportive Bariatric Community? Come Join Our Facebook Group:Your Bariatric Experience by Lindsay Uri 

If you have struggled, felt worn down or are just straight frustrated with the whole weight loss surgery process – it doesn’t matter if you are 6 months pre op and trying to get to surgery or 5 years post op and struggling with maintaining – there is one point in this process you’re forgetting – and I’m gonna tell you what it is on this episode! In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I talk about what the point of this whole WLS thing is. The point of the struggles and hard stuff. The point of the challenges and liquid diets. Once you dig deep into the whole point - your perspective changes.  Listen in to what to focus on to change your struggle into success!What You Will Learn:Different places in your journey that struggle and frustration can show upThe actual point of all of this!How to get out of your Bariatric Brain If you've been struggling through the struggles - this is the episode you need to get your refocused and reenergized!**BARIATRIC EXPERIENCE GIVEAWAY**The Bariatric Experience podcast is about to hit TEN THOUSAND downloads so we're celebrating with a giveaway! The winner is going to receive a swag box of all my favourite bariatric things! To enter all you have to do is:Follow me on Facebook and Instagram!Grab a screenshot of your favourite episode or a photo of you listening to the podcast and tag me in it!Deadline for entries is April 20, 2021! Winner will be drawn at random. Need A Safe and Supportive Bariatric Community? Come Join Our Facebook Group:Your Bariatric Experience by Lindsay Uri 

At some point in your post op journey, you are going to find the void.  And that's what we're going to chat about this week!In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I talk about what the void is that food creates in your post op life and how to identify it (cuz it doesn't show up at the same time for everyone!). Then once it does show up - what to do about it! Listen in to learn what to do about it once it does show up!What You Will Learn:When I was able to identify the void in my own journey and how it presented itselfHow to be ready to identify it so it doesn't leave you feeling like somethings missingWhat to do when you've identified that void If you've been trying to figure out why things are feeling a little off post op  - this is the episode for you!Follow me on Facebook and Instagram!Need A Safe and Supportive Bariatric Community? Come Join Our Facebook Group:Your Bariatric Experience by Lindsay Uri 

Have you ever found yourself looking for motivation to get started on something?  I'm constantly looking for motivation and that's what we're going to chat about this week!In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I talk about how to create motivation rather than waiting for it to just show up (hint - you'll be waiting a LONG time!) - but more importantly how just small actions can light the fire. Listen in to learn how to make these rules work for you - rather than you working the rules! What You Will Learn:Three things you can do right away to build motivationHow the smallest things that can start the biggest fire and get you going!My not-so-secret favorite movie that reminds me what to do every time!The 4th secret thing to spur you into action!If you've been trying to figure out how to get motived - this is the episode you need to hear!Follow me on Facebook and Instagram!Need A Safe and Supportive Bariatric Community? Come Join Our Facebook Group:Your Bariatric Experience by Lindsay Uri 

This week I am officially 2 years post-op from my vertical sleeve gastrectomy (VSG)! WHAT!? While it feels like both a long 2 years and also a blink of an eye - I'm sharing the most important lessons I've learned so far (though I am sure there are many more to come!). In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I reflect on the lessons that have shown up for me - both specific to surgery and in my overall life - after doing the most life changing thing I've every done for myself.  Listen in to learn:The five lessons that I learned going through this process How to think about your first 18 monthsWhat I'm continuing to learn heading into my 3rd year If you're looking for a few insider secrets - I've got you covered this week!Follow me on Facebook and Instagram!Need A Safe and Supportive Bariatric Community? Come Join Our Facebook Group:Your Bariatric Experience by Lindsay Uri 

Do you every just feel that there are SO MANY RULES on this journey? And that no one ever talks about how to apply it to real life? Yep, me too and that’s what we are talking about on this weeks episode. In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I talk about all the rules that come along with this journey - but more importantly how to apply the Real Life Factor to ensure your success. Listen in to learn how to make these rules work for you - rather than you working the rules! What You Will Learn:The two categories of Rules and how we interpret themThe steps to apply your real life situations to each type of rule so you can enjoy your new lifeHow to not let the rules overwhelm and discourage you. You got this!If you've been trying to figure out how to make this new life work for you - you gotta hear this!Follow me on Facebook and Instagram!Need A Safe and Supportive Bariatric Community? Come Join Our Facebook Group:Your Bariatric Experience by Lindsay Uri 

We've been doing it our whole lives and it can be all-consuming sometimes - especially when it's everywhere. Online, real life, in our heads. Yup, I'm talking about comparison. Unfortunately, comparison never goes away - our society thrives on it but you can manage it!In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I talk about comparison and how to overcome getting stuck.  Listen in to learn why simple steps can help you move out of comparison and allow you to stand proudly on your own path of happiness. What You Will Learn:The three types of comparison we all make, especially in the bariatric communityThe steps to identify and move past comparisonOne type of comparison that you probably didn't even realize you're making!Do not miss out on this weeks episode - it's a must hear!Need A Safe and Supportive Bariatric Community? Come Join Our Facebook Group:Your Bariatric Experience by Lindsay Uri  

We all start our journey looking to be successful – but why are some successful and others struggle? Its about sustainability and that’s exactly what we’re talking about on this episode.In this episode of the Bariatric Experience Podcast, I talk about how to create sustainable habits that lead you to success instead of riding the struggle bus.  Listen in to learn why your community might evolve as you continue with your journey. What You Will Learn:How I, personally, am making adjustments to create my path to long term successWhy you shouldn't have to feel like you're losing, when you don't feel like you're winningThe 3 things you need to do to create sustainabilityThis is an episode you do not want to miss!Need A Safe and Supportive Bariatric Community? Come Join Our Facebook Group:Your Bariatric Experience by Lindsay Uri