TW: Conversations about Child Loss

In this heartfelt episode of Wellness Rebranded, we dive into the delicate topic of grieving the loss of a child. Our special guest, Marie Burgess, a licensed clinical professional counselor and grief therapist, shares insights on supporting parents through this profound grief journey. With years of experience helping parents process loss, Marie discusses compassionate ways to approach grief, both as someone experiencing it and as a supportive friend or family member.

Whether you are grieving yourself or wish to support someone else, this episode offers compassionate insights and practical tips to navigate the journey of loss.

In our conversation, we discuss:

• Marie’s Path to Grief Counseling and the loss of her son, Harvey.
• The Power of Vulnerability and Connection, and how sharing grief with others can provide critical support and healing.
• How you can support loved ones through loss through their grieving journey
• Practical ways to be present for someone grieving, including specific phrases and gestures that offer true comfort.
• Why avoiding hard emotions doesn’t support healing and how we can create spaces for open dialogue on grief.
• The Importance of Consistent Support and why it’s vital to continue showing up months and even years after a loss.

Connect with Marie:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genuineconnectionspsych/

Website: https://www.genuineconnectionspsychotherapy.com

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

Can you reduce your sugar intake and still follow intuitive eating principles?

In this episode Elizabeth answers this question. Spoiler alert: you absolutely can, but it comes with a few important caveats! We break down the difference between natural sugars and added sugars, discuss diet culture’s war on sugar, and share tips for incorporating gentle nutrition into your life. This episode is perfect for anyone curious about improving their relationship with food, while staying mindful of their sugar intake.

In This Episode:

• The difference between natural sugars and added sugars — and why it matters
• Diet culture demonizes sugar… is it warranted?
• How to reduce or be mindful of your sugar intake without falling into a restrictive mindset that backfires
• Practical tips for balancing gentle nutrition with intuitive eating
• When and how to start focusing on reducing sugar, especially for those new to intuitive eating
• Maria and Tara's real-life struggles with sugar and kids

Uncover Your Invisible Diet

https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Blog Post: How to Reduce Sugar Intake Without Dieting: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/blog/practical-ways-to-cut-back-on-sugar?rq=sugar

Beatty’s chocolate cake: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/beattys-chocolate-cake-recipe-1947521

This episode was brought to you by Hearth Meals. Learn more here: https://www.hearthmeals.com

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

How do you define work-life balance? In this episode, we dive into some of the most valuable career and work-life balance advice you didn’t know you needed!

Have you ever wondered how to answer tough interview questions or how to assert yourself better at work? Today’s guest, Amy Thomas, a seasoned HR expert and founder of Horizon Business Services, brings powerful insights on navigating interviews, setting boundaries, and finding the balance between your work and personal life.

From how to ace job interviews with confidence to the importance of setting firm boundaries (even when it comes to bathroom breaks!), this episode will leave you empowered to feel confident professionally, and prioritize your wellbeing.

In This Episode:

• The importance of reframing tough interview questions to highlight your strengths
• Practical tips for asserting yourself in the workplace
• How to set boundaries to protect your time and wellbeing
• The truth about work-life balance in today’s remote work environment
• How to build self-confidence by changing the way you talk about yourself
• Real-life examples of setting boundaries for long-term success

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

The fitness industry is a hotbed for diet culture and harmful misinformation! From unrealistic body standards on social media to the hidden world of steroids and fad diets, we here at Wellness Rebranded are bringing light to the truth.

In this episode, Tara, Elizabeth and Maria sit down with Michael Ulloa, a personal trainer who’s calling out the fitness industry’s biggest deceptions and helping people take back control of their health – without the toxic myths. We talk about misleading images on social media, how fitness marketing can harm both physical and mental health, and how to tune out the noise to create a fitness and wellness routine that truly works for you.

Michael is an online personal trainer and former occupational therapist from Scotland. He brings his experience and a fresh, holistic perspective to the conversation, helping us to rethink the way we approach health, fitness, and nutrition.

In this episode:

• Michael’s journey from occupational therapy to the fitness world.
• How the fitness industry profits from toxic messaging and keeps people in an unhealthy cycle.
• Why body aesthetics are the wrong measure of health and how to shift focus to sustainable habits.
• Common myths in the fitness industry and why carbs aren’t the enemy.
• The dangers of following unqualified influencers and how to find credible fitness and nutrition advice.
• Steroid use and body image pressures—why this is a growing problem, especially among men.
• How diet culture perpetuates harmful behaviors and how to avoid falling into its traps.
• The role of mental health in wellness and why it’s essential to prioritize it alongside physical fitness.
• Practical tips to bust fitness myths and stay grounded in science-based health.

Connect with Michael:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelulloapt/

Join Elizabeth’s free 3-day challenge, •Why Am I Eating This?” here:

https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/why-am-i-eating-this-challenge

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

Ever wondered why most diets lead to short-term weight loss but long-term frustration? In this episode, we unpack the truth behind why so many diets fail and why regaining weight is more common than you think.

We were inspired by a recent post in a Facebook moms group of a mom asking for weight loss tips - and countless other moms shared their struggles with the cycle of losing weight and gaining it back.

In this episode, we share information about research behind dieting failures, the weight loss industry's misleading tactics, and why we need to rethink what “success” looks like when it comes to improving your health. This episode will help you explore more sustainable ways to improve your relationship with food, exercise, and your body. Learn practical strategies to move away from diet culture and embrace a healthier, happier you.

In this episode:

• Why diets fail in the long term and the research that supports it.
• How diet culture distorts what success looks like in terms of health and weight loss.
• The weight loss industry’s misleading tactics and how it gaslights people into believing weight regain is their fault.
• How to redefine health success by focusing on behavior changes rather than just weight loss.
• Practical tips for building a better relationship with food, exercise, and body confidence.
• Ways to quiet diet culture messaging and find peace with your body.
• Why exercise alone isn’t the answer for intentional weight loss but can enhance overall health and mental well-being.

Episode 88 with Ragen Chastain: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-rebranded-intuitive-eating-diet-culture-food/id1651744916?i=1000658730798

Join Elizabeth’s free 3-day challenge, •Why Am I Eating This?” here: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/why-am-i-eating-this-challenge

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

Ever wonder why we’re all so obsessed with how we look, and what it’s really doing to our mental health?

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Charlotte Markey, a leading body image scientist and psychology professor at Rutgers University. With nearly three decades of research on body image and eating behaviors, Dr. Markey provides invaluable insights into how we perceive our bodies, self-acceptance, the impact of social media, and strategies for developing a healthier relationship with body image.

We explore the concept of maladaptive body image behaviors, how parents can positively influence their children’s body image, and why promoting body positivity is essential for mental health. Dr. Markey also shares her experiences in writing her Body Image Book Series and discusses the role of self-compassion and acceptance in body image healing.

In this episode:

• Defining body image and identifying maladaptive behaviors.
• The impact of social media on body image and mental health.
• Why 'fat talk' between friends isn’t the bonding experience you think it is
• Practical tips for parents to guide their children on body image.
• Addressing the backlash against body positivity and promoting size diversity.
• Insights from Dr. Markey’s Body Image Book Series and her latest book Adult-ish: The Body Image Book for Life(2024).

Connect with Dr. Markey:

Body Image Books: https://www.thebodyimagebook.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/char_markey/

Website: https://markey.camden.rutgers.edu

Register for Elizabeth’s upcoming virtual workshop, Why Am I Eating Like This? https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/why-am-i-eating-this-challenge

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

Have you ever been called a name about your physical body that you wish you weren’t being called, but decided to play it off as a joke instead of standing up for yourself?

In this episode, Tara, Maria and Elizabeth talk about the importance of identifying the true source of our problems—whether it’s a tripped breaker in the kitchen or a deeper emotional wound, such as childhood nicknames that have stuck around too long.

The episode explores topics like inner child work, emotional healing, and how our early life experiences shape our current relationships, especially with ourselves. From fitness to mental health, they discuss how understanding the "why" behind our struggles allows us to fix them at the root, rather than just treating the symptoms.

In this episode:

• A funny story about appliances that weren't really broken—and the life lesson it taught.
• How childhood wounds can show up in adult life, especially as "adult temper tantrums.”
• The importance of finding the true source of emotional, mental, and physical issues.
• Working on identifying the needs of your inner child to bring about lasting change.
• Why we should stop commenting on appearance
• Embracing the parts of yourself that have been criticized and turning them into sources of pride.

“Let’s stop commenting on each other’s appearance. Even if it’s a joke, it leaves a mark.”

Register for Elizabeth’s upcoming virtual workshop, Silence Your Inner Food critic here:

https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/silence-your-food-police

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/

You can improve well-being by shifting focus to controllable aspects of your life.

What if what you are trying to control right now is actually out of your control?

Think about a time when you tried to control something that was out of your control. How did that feel emotionally and in your body?

In this episode, we dive into the surprising ways you may have more influence over your life than you realize. We’ll explore how shifting your focus to the things you can actively shape, rather than getting caught up in what’s beyond your reach, can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Maria, Elizabeth and Tara, the healing trio, share personal insights and practical tools while navigating the fine line between what we can influence and what we need to release.

From dealing with unpredictability to the bigger challenges like managing our emotions and external expectations, we break down what it really means to focus on what’s within our power. Whether it's controlling your diet, body shape, or other people's behavior (hint: you can’t), this episode will guide you to refocus your energy on what really matters.

In this episode:

• Understanding what’s in your control vs. what isn’t.
• The “Post-It Note” tool for prioritizing and differentiating between what you can and can’t control.
• Can you control your emotions? Hint: No!
• What do emotions and farts have in common?
• How letting go of outcomes can lead to greater peace and wellbeing.
• The emotional toll of trying to control things beyond your reach.
• A simple and powerful tool for organizing and prioritizing your current life challenges.

Register for Tara’s Live Event - Relax and Renew: An Hour of Progressive Relaxation: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/FAFGA8EEASMD9/checkout/OQPHVJYKUKEMAJPRBFIJ2QDX

Register for Elizabeth’s upcoming virtual workshop, Silence Your Inner Food critic here:

https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/silence-your-food-police

Let’s connect and keep the conversation going!

Elizabeth Harris, MS, RDN, LDN

FB: Health and Healing with Intuitive Eating community

https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ElizabethHarrisNutrition

Free download to break up with diet culture: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/invisible-diet

Tara De Leon, Master Personal Trainer

Email: FitnessTrainer19@hotmail.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tara_de_leon_fitness

Maria Winters, LCPC, NCC

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coaching_therapist/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/MWcoachingtherapy

Website: www.thecoachingtherapist.com

Attend an Emotional Fitness Studio Class: https://thecoachingtherapist.com/emotional-fitness-studio/