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Smaller Stomach, Bigger Life

Smaller Stomach, Bigger Life

Written by: Kyla Holley
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Smaller Stomach, Bigger Life is a straight-talking, compassionate podcast about the real journey with weight loss surgery or life on a GLP-1 Medication.

Hosted by bariatric therapist, and award winning podcast host, Kyla Holley, this show goes beyond the scale to explore mindset, emotions, habits, identity, relationships, and long-term success.

Each episode blends practical guidance, psychological insight, and honest conversations about the wins, the struggles, and the surprises no one warns you about. If you’re preparing for surgery or navigating life years after it, this podcast is your reminder that the goal isn’t just a smaller stomach — it’s a bigger, fuller life.

Kyla Holley was the winner of the Best Psychology Podcast at the Women in Podcasting Awards 2024.

*The content shared on Smaller Stomach, Bigger Life is based on the personal experiences, professional observations, and opinions of the host and any guests. It is intended for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Every individual’s medical situation is unique. Listeners should always seek the guidance of their own qualified medical practitioner before making any changes to their health care, diet, exercise, medication, or treatment plan.

Listening to this podcast does not create a therapeutic or clinical relationship with the host. If you have concerns about your physical or mental health, please consult your healthcare provider promptly.

In case of a medical emergency, please contact your doctor or emergency services immediately.

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Episodes
  • When Weight Loss Rewrites Your Relationships

    When Weight Loss Rewrites Your Relationships
    Feb 16 2026

    Welcome to Smaller Stomach, Bigger Life.

    In this episode Kyla discusses how significant weight loss—whether from surgery or GLP‑1 medication—can change friendships, intimate relationships, and how society treats you. She shares real examples, highlights challenges like jealousy, role shifts, and excess skin, and explains why people may react differently.

    The episode emphasizes open communication, identifying who truly supports you, and finding peer support through an online community.

    Kyla Holley is a Therapist and the Director of The Australian Centre for Eating Behaviour

    www.acfeb.com

    Please join our fabulous Smaller Stomach, Bigger Life community here https://www.skool.com/bariatric-success/about

    Join our comprehensive 6 week Change your Relationship with Food online course

    Join me here

    Need the Change your Relationship with Food Journal and Workbook by Kyla Holley?

    Then click here Buy from Amazon
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    22 mins
  • The Number One Fear After Weight Loss Surgery!

    The Number One Fear After Weight Loss Surgery!
    Feb 9 2026

    In this episode of Smaller Stomach, Bigger Life we tackle the common fear of weight regain after bariatric surgery, explaining why small regain is often biologically normal and how past dieting history influences expectations. Kyla Holley outlines the main behavioral causes and possible medical contributors.

    Practical prevention and recovery strategies are provided: prioritize protein, return to structured meals, limit liquid calories, watch easy-to-overeat foods, build muscle with strength training, and stay connected to your medical team or support community so you can act early and without shame.

    Kyla Holley is a Therapist and the Director of The Australian Centre for Eating Behaviour

    www.acfeb.com

    Please join our fabulous Smaller Stomach, Bigger Life community here https://www.skool.com/bariatric-success/about

    Join our comprehensive 6 week Change your Relationship with Food online course

    Join me here

    Need the Change your Relationship with Food Journal and Workbook by Kyla Holley?

    Then click here Buy from Amazon
    Show More Show Less
    24 mins
  • Smaller Stomach, Bigger Life!

    Smaller Stomach, Bigger Life!
    Feb 3 2026

    In this episode I announce an exciting rebrand: after 103 episodes I'm shifting focus to bariatric/metabolic surgery, and to people using GLP‑1 medications. The show will become "Smaller Stomach, Bigger Life," concentrating on support before, during, and after surgery, while still offering useful content for anyone improving their relationship with food.

    Thank you for listening over the past two years — I hope you'll keep following the podcast as we move into this next chapter.

    Kyla Holley is the Director of the Australian Centre for Eating Behaviour

    Contact Kyla on info@acfeb.com

    Join our comprehensive 6 week Change your Relationship with Food online course

    Join me here

    Need the Change your Relationship with Food Journal and Workbook by Kyla Holley?

    Then click here Buy from Amazon

    Join our bariatric community here https://www.skool.com/bariatric-success
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    9 mins
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