Best Inside My Notebook Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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122. The Truth About Bloating and What to Do About It 6:47

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Today I’m tackling a topic that every woman has dealt with at some point—and some of us really bothered by it: bloating. Why do we bloat? What causes it? And more importantly—what can we do about it? CONNECT with Amy Bryan any of the following ways: ENROLL in my next FASTer Way 6-week online class at https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN SCHEDULE…

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The Grace to Find Joy 31:07

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Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of Allow Yourself Grace, host Courtney Christten explores what it truly means to give yourself permission to rediscover joy—even in seasons of uncertainty, transition, or healing. Courtney invites listeners to reflect on the beauty of everyday moments, the importance of protecting your peace, and how choosin…

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121. FASTer Way's (not so) Secret Weapon: A Peak Inside our APP 9:15

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Today I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes tour of something that has totally changed the game for my clients’ health, fat loss, and overall lifestyle...the FASTer Way to Fat Loss® app. It’s like having a coach, a cheerleader, a macro calculator, a food diary, a workout tracker, and a personal trainer—all in one. The link to my June 16-20 5-Day Summe…

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120. How Your Tendency Shapes Your Fat Loss Journey 10:17

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Have you heard of Gretchen Rubin’s Four Tendencies? It's a personality assessment - kind of like the enneagram. The 4 tendencies explain how we respond to expectations—our own and others’—and knowing your tendency can help you better know how you should approach fitness, fat loss, and health. Today I am breaking down those 4 tendencies as it relate…

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RAR #266 How to Do Shakespeare (and Actually Enjoy It) 23:36

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Join us for Shakespeare Summer! On the last episode of the Read-Aloud Revival, we talked about why Shakespeare is not a school subject. I hope we were able to convince you! But if we know that Shakespeare isn’t a school subject or an item on a checklist, how do we actually do it? And how do we make Shakespeare not just doable in our homeschools, bu…

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Grace to Grow: Letting Go of Who you had to be to Survive 33:14

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Send us a text In this powerful episode of Allow Yourself Grace, host Courtney Christten opens up about the emotional journey of releasing the survival version of yourself—the version that had to be strong, silent, guarded, or perfect just to make it through. Growth requires letting go. Healing requires honesty. And grace gives us the space to do b…

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119. A Meal Prep Plan for Fat Loss Success: The 2-2-2 Method 10:33

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If the words "meal prep" make you roll your eyes or panic a little... take a breath. Today I’m giving you a system so simple, you’ll wonder why we ever made this so hard. I call it the 2-2-2 Method. And it’s going to be your new favorite meal prep hack for fat loss success. DOWNLOAD the Meal Prep Checklist here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HT7…

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Wholeness Over Appearance | Healing From the Inside Out 36:22

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Send us a text In this episode of Allow Yourself Grace, host Courtney Christten dives deep into what it means to be truly whole—not just looking good on the outside, but healing emotionally, mentally, and spiritually from within. 🎧 Listen on all audio platforms. 💬 Like, share, and subscribe if you're new here—your healing journey starts now. Are Yo…

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118. 5 Sneaky Habits That Slow Your Fat Loss Progress 8:03

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Today I’m sharing 5 sneaky habits that could be slowing your fat loss… even if you're working hard and showing up. These bad habits tend to be neglected as impactful on our weight loss and management but they do matter! I'll lay our these 5 habits and suggest a fix for each of them. CONNECT with Amy Bryan any of the following ways: ENROLL in my nex…

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117. Weight Loss Hacks from a Sleep Coach 19:08

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Struggling to lose fat, even when you’re doing everything “right”? The missing link might be hiding in your bedroom. I just sat down with a sleep expert who’s spilling the tea on the connection between quality sleep and fat loss—especially for women over 50. Want to know: 1. How bad sleep messes with your hormones and cravings? Simple shifts to imp…

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116. What Really Works for Shrinking BELLY FAT After Age 50 7:38

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Tired of doing all the “right” things and still dealing with stubborn belly fat? 🙋‍♀️ In this episode, I break down what actually works—and no, it’s not endless crunches or starving yourself. Belly fat after menopause has more to do with what’s going on inside than you think. 🎧 Tune in and finally get real strategies that work with your body—not ag…

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RAR #265 Shakespeare Is Not a School Subject 57:27

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Join us for Shakespeare Summer! When most of us hear the name “Shakespeare,” we probably think back to a high school classroom, fluorescent lights buzzing overhead, while we struggled through Romeo and Juliet line by line—“wherefore art thou” and all that. But here’s the truth: Shakespeare was never meant to be dissected like a frog under a microsc…

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TRYING SOMETHING NEW: THE SHIFT THAT CHANGED EVERYTHING 32:09

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Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of the Allow Yourself Grace Podcast, host Courtney Christten opens up about what it really takes to step into something new, even when fear, doubt, and imposter syndrome try to block your blessing. This episode is for the woman who’s been stuck at the edge of her next level—waiting, overthinking, second-gues…

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115. Summer's Secret Advantage: 5 Reasons to Start Your Fat Loss Journey Now 9:39

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📝 Pop Quiz Time! True or False: Summer is the worst time to focus on fat loss because of BBQs, beach trips, and zero routine. What do you think? If you said “true,” you've got to listen to today's episode. Summer is actually a secret weapon when it comes to fat loss, especially if you're over 50 and ready to stop starting over every September. I sh…

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Summer Plans for Fat Loss, Maintenance, or Recovery 11:56

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Since it’s Memorial Day weekend that this episode airs, today, we’re mapping out your summer. ☀️ But before we hit the gas, I want you to picture this: Where do you want to arrive when summer wraps up? Come September, do you want to feel leaner, stronger, more energized? Or maybe just steady and proud that you didn’t throw your goals out the car wi…

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How to Stop Self Sabotaging 36:56

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Send us a text In this episode, we dive deep into the hidden habits and mindsets that cause us to self-sabotage. From procrastination to perfectionism, we’ll unpack why we get in our own way—and how to break the cycle for good. Whether you’re building a brand, a business, or better boundaries, this episode is for you. Are You in Need of Therapy? Si…

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113. Organization Hacks for Fat Loss 20:30

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Ever feel like you could live a healthier lifestyle… if you could just get your life together first? If the chaos of your calendar, the clutter in your pantry, or the endless to-do list has you feeling stuck, you're not alone. The truth is, fat loss isn’t just about food and fitness—it’s also about systems that support your success. And when life f…

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112. Keep the Weight Off: Strategies That Work 13:06

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Today’s topic is all about why keeping the weight off is such a struggle. Most of us have been successful losing weight before. Even if it’s just a couple pounds, most of us have seen the scale dip at some point—we’ve cut calories and exercised til we see weight loss. But the part that no one talks about enough is this: most people regain the losse…

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RAR #264: How to Read Classics (and Actually Enjoy Them) 47:12

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Join us for Shakespeare Summer! Why should we read the classics? So many of us want to read and enjoy them, but we don’t want to spend our precious free time feeling like we’re incompetent because we just don’t get it or that the internet has completely ruined our brains (is this just me?). This winter in RAR Premium, we did a whole retreat about f…

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Sis, You’re Not Stuck—You’re Self-Sabotaging! 34:44

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Send us a text Feeling like you’re constantly hitting a wall in life, business, or relationships? It might not be the world holding you back—it could be you. In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the signs of self-sabotage, how it shows up in your daily habits, and what you can do to break free. -This episode is your wake-up call and reminder…

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The Scale Won't Budge? How to Track Real Fat Loss Over Weight Loss 9:07

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Weight loss and fat loss are not the same thing. You could be losing fat, gaining lean muscle, getting stronger, feeling better… and that number on the scale might not budge. Or the scale number might even go up a little but you fit in your clothes better. What? How? Why? Today's episode explains this and gives you other data points to track true f…

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110. Nervous System Regulation & Its Impact On Weight Loss 19:12

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We hear a lot about diet and exercise when it comes to fat loss but if you aren’t paying attention to this - especially beyond menopause - you may be missing a critical piece of the puzzle. What is it? Nervous system regulation. Listen to today’s episode to learn from my guest lots more on how nervous system regulation impacts emotions, cravings, f…

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Gracefully Growing | My Birthday Reflections 29:54

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Send us a text Gracefully Growing: My Birthday Reflections | Allow Yourself Grace Podcast In this special birthday episode, I'm sharing heartfelt reflections on growth, gratitude, and the power of giving yourself grace through every season. Join me as I celebrate another year of life, lessons, and leveling up. Subscribe & listen now — and don’t for…

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Navigating Holidays, Travel, & Summer Fun without Derailing Your Fat Loss Progress 7:41

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Today I'm diving into How to enjoy your summer—Cinco de Mayo (today!), Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, beach trips, June weddings, July 4th, vacations —without blowing up your goals. If you’ve ever said: “I’ll start back Monday…” “It’s just one week of leftovers…” Or, “It’s vacation, I’m just going to enjoy it all,” …this episode is for YOU. Learn how …

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108. Protein in Menopause: Why, What, When, & How Much for Fat Loss Results 11:53

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Today’s topic is one I get questions about every single week. What's the big deal about protein? How much protein do I need to lose fat without bulking up? What if I don't like a lot of meat? If you’re wondering why your metabolism feels sluggish… why you feel “squishy” no matter how little you eat… or why you’re always hungry by 3pm… Pull up a cha…

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RAR #263: Growing in Confidence as a Homeschool Mama with the RAR Team 1:03:31

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Join us for Shakespeare Summer! In this episode, RAR Community Manager Kelsey Murphy and I sat down to tackle some of your listener questions. We put our heads together to answer questions about loved ones who don’t support your choice to homeschool, curriculum overwhelm, reading aloud with older kids or a wide age range of ages, how to encourage y…

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Walking in It Even When You’re Scared 36:03

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Send us a text In this empowering episode, Courtney Christten dives deep into what it truly means to move forward despite fear. Whether you’re stepping into a new season, chasing a dream, or facing the unknown, fear doesn’t have to hold you back. Courtney shares personal stories, practical tips, and a heartfelt reminder that courage isn’t about the…

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107. Boost Your Fitness Walks with a Weighted Vest 9:28

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Today we’re diving into a fun little fitness boost that can seriously level up your walks without adding a single minute to your schedule... weighted vests. Listen to the benefits, how to get started, and hear from a seasoned vest wearer about her experience on today's episode. Deborah Bird @live_well_wth_debbie uses this vest: https://www.amazon.c…

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106. Your Brain on Menopause: How Food and Fitness Can Help 7:44

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Brain fog, mood swings, and memory lapses are real—and frustrating! Today's FAT LOSS SCHOOL lesson is on how nutrition, movement, and lifestyle shifts can support mental clarity and emotional stability in this fabulous-over-fifty season. ENROLL in my next FASTer Way 6-week online class at https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN CONNECT with Amy Bry…

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Getting through a Season of Isolation 37:18

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Send us a text In this heartfelt episode, host Courtney Christten opens up about the emotional weight and quiet strength it takes to walk through a season of separation. Whether it's a breakup, divorce, family shift, or life transition, separation often forces us to sit with the unknown—and ourselves. Courtney shares personal reflections, faith-bas…

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Improve Your GUT HEALTH for Successful Fat Loss 19:15

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Could gut health be the reason you aren’t losing fat? Today’s expert guest ANU SIMH shares simple tweaks to both food and lifestyle that will improve gut health and have your body functioning like it should again. To connect with Anu Simh and take her gut health quiz, go to https://www.anusimh.com/ ENROLL in my next FASTer Way 6-week online class a…

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104. Starting an Exercise Program After Age 50 7:42

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Think you're too old or too out of shape to start working out? Think again! In this episode of Fat Loss School, I’m breaking down exactly how to get started with exercise in your 50s and beyond—safely, sanely, and with zero shame. Whether you're a former gym junkie or a total newbie, this episode is packed with encouragement, smart tips, and a few …

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RAR #262: Every Question Is a Doorway, with Jonathan Auxier 1:07:55

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Join us for Shakespeare Summer! Today, one of my very favorite authors returns to Read-Aloud Revival. You know him as the author of Sweep, The Night Gardener, the Peter Nimble series, and The Fabled Stables. That’s right–Jonathan Auxier is back! This time, we’re talking about the much-awaited conclusion to the Peter Nimble series, The War of the Ma…

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Being the Chosen One (Audio has been fixed!) 31:24

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Send us a text In this powerful episode, “Being the Chosen One,” we're talking about the calling, the weight, and the purpose behind being chosen. It's not always about being the most talented or the loudest in the room—it’s about obedience, alignment, and walking boldly even when it’s uncomfortable. Are You in Need of Therapy? Sign Up Today!: http…

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The Role of Inflammatory Foods on Weight Loss 14:37

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Today, along with my expert guest, I’ll be tackling inflammation, anti-inflammatory foods, and the role of inflammation in our fat loss progress (or lack thereof). CONNECT with Lindsay Cotter at www.cottercrunch.com. Here's the discount link for the anti-inflammatory 21-day meal plan and diet guide, which is valid through the year. For more detaile…

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102. How to Break Through Your Weight Loss PLATEAU 8:00

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Today’s FAT LOSS SCHOOL lesson is for anyone staring at the scale in frustration. You're doing “all the things”—eating healthy, getting your steps in, crushing those workouts—and yet… nothing is moving. Not the scale, not your pants size, not your mood. Today I'm teaching about the dreaded weight loss plateau and what to do when it happens to you. …

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Rest is a Strategy. Quitting is a Decision! 28:19

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Send us a text Welcome back to The Allow Yourself Grace Podcast with your host, Courtney Christten. In this empowering episode, Courtney unpacks the difference between taking a purposeful pause and giving up entirely. Whether you’re navigating burnout, chasing a big dream, or just trying to stay afloat, this conversation will remind you that restin…

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"Fewer Days that Suck" Author Advises on How to ENJOY the Weight Loss Journey 25:25

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Is your negative self-talk keeping you fat, sick, and depressed? Today's guest shares mantras and mindset shifts of positivity to help us stick with our weight loss journey. Learn more from Deborah Mallow at www.thedailydecisions.com. Check out her book here: https://amzn.to/4ivjLvf ENROLL in Amy's next FASTer Way 6-week online class at https://www…

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100. 5 SECRETS of Effective Fat Loss REVEALED 11:28

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In this very special 100th episode of FAT LOSS SCHOOL, I'm giving the best gift I can give you, the secrets to the kingdom…the secrets that helped me lose the extra fluff over 7 years ago and keep it off this entire time. I bet you are here for it! ENROLL in my next FASTer Way 6-week online class at https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN CONNECT w…

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RAR #261: Why the Modern Myths of Tolkien & Lewis Feel So True 47:59

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Join us for Shakespeare Summer! One of my favorite reads of 2024 was The Myth Makers by John Hendrix. This gorgeous graphic novel tells the story of the remarkable friendship of C. S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien. I thought I already knew quite a bit about these Inklings, but there was even more to uncover. Today, I’m delighted to share my conversation…

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Letting Go of Perfection and Choosing Progress 30:49

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Send us a text In this empowering episode of Allow Yourself Grace, host Courtney Christten gets real about the pressure to be perfect—and why it’s time to let that go. If you’ve ever felt like you’re not doing enough or like everything has to be just right before you take the next step, this conversation is for you. Courtney breaks down how perfect…

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Fast-track Your Success with FASTer Way Coach Certification 33:07

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Today’s FAT LOSS SCHOOL lesson is all about coach certification with FASTer Way’s Director of Coaches, Etta Gibson. Listen to today’s lesson to learn more about how coaching and serving others might just be a good fit for you - keeping your lean, healthy, and prosperous! Register for the next free FASTer Way Certification Info Call: https://www.fas…

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Processed Foods: The Hidden Weight Trap 7:52

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Our standard American diet is making us fat, sick, and starving for real satisfying nutrition. We don't find that real nourishing and satisfying food in Snack Wells, Lean Cuisines, or even protein bars. We are missing the mark if we are trying to get healthy and lose fat with processed food-like substances. Today's lesson reminds us that nature's w…

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The Power of Pause : Slowing Down Without Feeling Guilty 34:10

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Send us a text In this heartfelt episode of Allow Yourself Grace, host Courtney Christten explores the transformative power of pause. In a world that glorifies hustle and nonstop productivity, slowing down can feel uncomfortable—or even wrong. But what if rest isn't a weakness... it's a strategy? Courtney shares her personal journey of learning to …

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97. Break Free from EMOTIONAL EATING with Guest Holly Bertone 22:19

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Today’s lesson comes from a recovering emotional eater…we’re talking bags of M & Ms and pints of ice cream. Who can’t relate to over-eating on sugary foods like those? Her lesson is on rewiring your brain based on patterns and threats (or triggers) and is tied to her occupation (and I can’t wait for you to hear what her job was). Stick with us to t…

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96. How to Stop SUGAR CRAVINGS 7:56

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If you’ve ever felt like a cookie is calling your name —don’t worry, you’re not alone. Sugar cravings are real, powerful, and often feel like they have a mind of their own. But guess what? I'm going to break it down like any good teacher would—step by step—so you understand what’s happening in that amazing body of yours and what you can actually do…

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RAR #260: The Woman Behind Narnia’s Iconic Illustrations 46:22

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Join us for Shakespeare Summer! What comes to mind when you think of C. S. Lewis’s Narnia and J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings? There’s a good chance a lot of us are seeing very similar pictures. We’re seeing images that swept us into the whimsical world of wonder beyond the wardrobe (and into the Shire). The beloved images of these childhood…

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Dream. Believe. Do. | Dreams Don't Work Unless You Do! 38:59

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Send us a text Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Allow Yourself Grace Podcast! In this episode, host Courtney Christten sits down with Charity Locke, Co-Founder and CEO of @Mixxerco, to dive deep into the power of action, resilience, and believing in yourself. Dreams don’t work unless you do. It’s not enough to have big ideas—you have to …

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How the FASTer Way Class Works: Fat Loss in Only 6 Weeks? Yes! 14:09

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I have questions all of the time that are so basic…not complicated questions like "how do I carb cycle" or "how do I determine my macros" but “is there an app or a Facebook group?” and “where do I sign up and what happens next” …just really basic info and I realize that I skip those important pieces of basic information in my enthusiasm to share th…

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94: How to Speed Up Your Slow Metabolism in Menopause to Lose Weight 9:29

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If losing weight feels harder than it used to, or you’re gaining pounds despite maintaining the same diet and exercise routine, you might have a slow metabolism. And you’re not alone—many women over 50 experience a drop in their metabolic rate, making it trickier to manage weight. Today’s FAT Loss School lesson will teach why this happens, the sign…