207. I HATE It, Do I Have To Do It?

If you've ever felt guilty for secretly hating your workout, your chores, or even your body, you're not alone.

In this brutally honest episode, we dive into the stigma around disliking activities meant to improve our lives, and reveal why accepting your dislike is the first step toward real change.You’ll discover why it's completely normal to hate exercise, cleaning, or even healthy eating, and how refusing to sugarcoat those feelings can actually help you stick with what matters most.

We share eye-opening stories, from gym struggles at day 13 to the emotional weight of not seeing results, and unpack the powerful mindset shift that comes with naming your dislikes.

We break down practical strategies like focusing on which hated task you dislike least, making goals ridiculously small, and trusting actions over fleeting feelings.

Plus, learn how to handle societal judgments around hating things like dieting, socializing, or even hair color, yes, sometimes you just hate it, and that's okay.Ignoring this truth can lead to unnecessary self-criticism and burnout—but embracing it opens the door to realistic, sustainable habits that fit your authentic self. Whether you’re tired of pretending to enjoy activities you despise or seeking permission to dislike what everyone insists should bring joy, this episode is your permission slip to be real.

Perfect for anyone wrestling with motivation, self-acceptance, or just tired of the “hustle,” this conversation normalizes the universal experience of disliking certain aspects of self-improvement, and shows you how to keep moving forward without pretending to like it.

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217. Why Anger Makes Us Eat?

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22 Syys 29min

216. Why You Turn Small Thoughts Into Big Weight Struggles?

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215. What Signal Is Your Brain Sending You?

Cravings aren’t always about food. Sometimes, they’re your nervous system waving a red, yellow, or green flag.In this episode, we break down a simple traffic-light method to help us recognize what’s r...

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214. Why Are Emotions So Loud?

Why do we know what to do for our health and still struggle to follow through? In this episode, we explore the connection between emotional eating, food noise, stress, weight loss, and healthy habits....

1 Syys 31min

213. Is Food Love?

Food can be a love language, a stress response, and a way we ask to be seen. In this episode, we unpack why food is so deeply connected to comfort, memory, and connection, and what happens when it hel...

25 Elo 31min

212. 8 Things I Tried To Feel Better

What actually works for weight loss and feeling better in your body? We’re getting real about everything we’ve tried—from Weight Watchers and calorie counting to acupuncture, gut cleanses, Ayurveda, a...

18 Elo 34min

211. How Do We Fix a Broken Relationship?

We continue our conversation with Maren and Dr. Simon Mittal as we explore the communication skills that can transform both your relationships and your health. Together, we share practical tools to bu...

11 Elo 26min