In this episode, I’m joined by Kate Erwin, who also happens to be my very first podcast guest from over two years ago. It was really special to reconnect and hear what’s changed since then, because a lot has.

Kate shares her experience of losing more than 60 pounds in the past year, but more importantly, how she’s done it in a way that actually feels sustainable for her. And that’s what this conversation is really about.

We talk about what it looks like to step away from rigid rules and instead create a way of eating, moving, and living that reflects your personality, your values, and your real life.

Kate is very honest about what works for her and what doesn’t. From tracking her habits in spreadsheets, to finding movement she actually enjoys, to navigating her relationship with food and alcohol, this is a conversation about learning yourself instead of trying to force yourself.

We also talk about her experience working with a health coach, and how surprised she was by the level of empathy, personalization, and acceptance she received. That piece alone is something I think a lot of people don’t expect but it can make all the difference.

A few things we explore in this episode:

• Why sustainable change has to fit you
• The role of joy in building habits that last
• How understanding your “why” changes everything
• What support can look like when it’s collaborative instead of prescriptive
• Kate’s experience with GLP-1 medications, and how she’s approached them in a measured, intentional way
• How celebrating wins helps cement changes into new habits

What stood out most to me in this conversation is how much of this comes back to self-trust. When you stop trying to follow someone else’s plan and start paying attention to what actually works for you, everything shifts.

Connect with Kate:
Kate shares bits of her journey on social. You can find her on:

• LinkedIn
• TikTok: @notthatnewyork
• Facebook (where she’s active in GLP-1 communities)

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In this episode, I’m exploring the myth that change is linear — and why believing it can keep us stuck in shame and self-criticism. I share my own story of emotional eating, what the science says about how change really happens, and how to work with the natural rhythms of growth instead of fighting them.

You’ll learn practical ways to navigate the ups and downs of change — like reframing setbacks, tracking patterns instead of perfection, planning for disruptions, and celebrating every return to your healthy habits.

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Have you ever told yourself, “If I really wanted to change, I should just be able to do it” only to end up feeling stuck, frustrated, or even ashamed when you don't follow through? You’re not alone.

In this episode, I’m busting the myth that willpower and commitment are all it takes to make lasting change. I share why unconscious ambivalence is a completely normal part of the process, how our environment shapes our habits more than we realize, and why shame cycles can hold us back instead of helping us move forward.

I’ll also tell a personal story about how giving up dairy wasn’t as simple as I thought it would be, and the lessons I learned along the way. You’ll walk away with practical strategies that can help you actually do the things you say you want to do.

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