In this episode, we explore why, despite our best efforts, thought work sometimes falls short. You might be doing everything right—focusing on affirmations and mindset shifts—but still feel stuck.

Today, we’re diving into something I’ve experienced personally, and I see a lot of my clients struggling with too: why thought work sometimes doesn’t seem to work. You’re doing all the mindset work, trying to be in control of your thoughts, but it’s just not getting you the results you want. Sound familiar?

It took me a while to figure this out, but I found the answer: Thought work is powerful, but there’s something even more powerful that can override it: our nervous system.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why thought work sometimes isn’t enough to break negative habits
• How your nervous system can override your thoughts during stress
• The role of the nervous system in controlling your actions and reactions
• The concept of "home base" and how to regulate your nervous system
• Why food, overeating, and stress are linked to your body’s survival response
• Practical steps to bring your nervous system back to a calm, balanced state
• How to combine thought work with nervous system regulation for lasting change

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In this episode, I dive into something that’s been on my mind ever since I heard President Nelson say, “This is the secret to a life of joy.”

As someone who’s all about joy, that caught my attention.

He said the secret is to come unto Christ and offer our whole soul to Him, which got me thinking—what does it mean to offer our soul?

I realized that our soul is made up of both our body and spirit, so I started asking myself how I’m caring for these two parts of me.

I’ll walk you through how I broke this down: what a healthy body looks and feels like, and what a healthy spirit means to me.

I also share a beautiful moment I witnessed during my daughter’s labor—

If you’ve ever wondered how to truly live a life filled with joy, this episode will give you some practical insights and a fresh perspective.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• President Nelson’s insight on joy:
• How to reflect on where you’re giving your time, energy, and focus in life.
• The importance of caring for both your body and spirit.
• Practical tips on maintaining a healthy body and nourishing your spirit.
• How supporting and uplifting others can enhance your own joy.
• A touching story about witnessing women empowering each other during childbirth, and its deeper message about community.

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If you're tired of feeling stuck, unhappy with your body, and constantly controlled by food, and frustrated with your life?

Tis episode offers practical insights and steps to help you finally conquer once these things once and for all.

If you're ready to stop the cycle of dieting, embrace joyful living, and take control of your life from the inside out so you can find freedom from the food and body drama that’s been holding you back, you'll love this episode.

Get ready to start your journey to conquering joy with this episode.

WHAT YOU WILL DISCOVER

• How to heal your relationship with food and your body without relying on restrictive diets or punishing exercise routines.
• The concept of "Joyful Freedom" and how it can transform your life, giving you peace around food, body image, and self-worth.
• Practical tools for lasting change—how small, simple steps can make a huge difference without overwhelming you.
• The difference between happiness and joy—and why true joy comes from within, independent of your external circumstances.
• How to stop the all-or-nothing thinking that keeps you stuck in the vicious cycle of dieting and shame.

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• CONQUER PROGRAM
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• The Joy Plan Book