Welcome back to Life in the Bari Lane! 💜

This month, Sacha is doing something new — a short daily audio diary she’s calling her Daily Dumps. In today’s first entry, she shares a raw, real snapshot of life as a nearly two-year post-op bariatric patient, job seeker, and human learning to listen to her body and trust the process.

After losing most of her original bariatric story recording (thanks to a rogue mute button), Sacha reflects on what it means to rest when your body says enough, how she’s coping with career uncertainty, and the tools helping her stay grounded — from The Miracle Morning and Total Money Makeover to no-spend November and rediscovering movement through gentle yoga.

She also talks about how her Scentsy business continues to support her in this season, what’s lighting her up (hello, Scentsy Club perks!), and how she’s giving herself permission to be — even when productivity takes a backseat.

Whether you’re on your own bariatric journey, managing a tough chapter, or just need the reminder that rest counts as progress — this one’s for you.

🩷 Mentioned in this episode:

• The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod
• The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey
• Secrets of the Millionaire Mind by T. Harv Eker
• Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck
• The FitOn app (Pilates + yoga challenge)
• Scentsy Club & “Always Get My Bar” perk

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🔑 Key Takeaways

• Rest isn’t weakness — it’s wisdom.
• Technical hiccups happen (even to podcasters!).
• A gentle reset can refocus your energy.
• Small, consistent habits shape a better life.
• You’re allowed to pause without losing momentum.

⚠️ Content Note:

This episode includes personal reflections on job loss, financial stress, and emotional burnout. If you’re navigating a tough season, please take care of your own energy while listening. This journal entry leans into honesty, self-compassion, and the small steps that help us reset.

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