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Are you great at losing weight... but not so great at keeping it off? Most women never figured out how to live life after losing weight. Keeping it off is harder than losing it in the first place and without a plan in place, this will be a lifelong struggle.  In today's episode, I uncover 5 common reasons behind weight gain, and more importantly, what to do instead to end this frustrating cycle.  Press play because you deserve to feel good! -Tanja x P.S. Registration for the 5 Day Foundations of Fat Loss Challenge is now open. To sign up for FREE go to www.tanjashaw.com/challenge  

Have you ever wondered what your purpose is? Have you ever felt off purpose, or lost after your kids leave the house, you retire, or other major life change? No matter where you are in this journey of life, you’re going to LOVE my conversation with Gina Farrar. Gina R. Farrar is a wife, mom, artist and podcaster with a passion to empower women to live vibrantly in midlife and beyond. In this episode we explore: The secret to finding your purpose so that you feel more fulfilled in life The most common beliefs that get in the way of living a purposeful life (and how to change them) Key strategies, routines and mindset shifts to navigate the different seasons of our life with joy and gratitude I’m so glad you're here and I hope you enjoyed my conversation with Gina! -Tanja x Connect with Gina online: http://www.feminineroadmap.com https://www.instagram.com/feminineRoadmap https://www.facebook.com/feminineRoadmap  

Are you eating well, but the scale still won't budge? I used to think that you're overweight because you overeat. I now know better as I work with many women who struggle with weight loss resistance and eating less is NOT the answer. However, for many people, the reason weight is a struggle is actually because they are eating too much.  Despite our best intentions, humans have a tendency to underestimate their food consumption. Join me as I break down three common reasons you might be overeating without knowing it... and what to do about it. Press play and let's go! -Tanja x    

Self-care isn’t selfish and people pleasing is. Yep, you read that right. And while you might know it’s true intellectually, are you ACTING like it? Do you try to appease everyone else at the detriment of your wellbeing? Do you worry about your grown up kid’s challenges like they’re your own? Do you ‘just want your kids to be happy'? If you’re a parent, grandparent, step-parent or are in anyway somewhat responsible for another human beings upbringing, you’ll want to tune into my interview with Pam Howard. Pam Howard is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, former K-8 School Counselor, and Master Life Coach for high-achieving moms who want to feel as successful in their parenting as they do in other areas of their lives. She helps them feel calm, confident, and connected to their kids so they can find peace and joy in motherhood. In this episode we explore: The common beliefs that are keeping you from having a more joyful and close relationship with your kids (such as “I just want them to be happy” What it actually looks like to set boundaries in your life Why you are the best mom for the job The power of the word ‘AND’ Through her #1 bestselling book, engaging weekly podcasts, practical strategies, and laser-sharp coaching, Pam helps women get unstuck and feel like rockstar moms—while making it all feel like they’re talking with a trusted friend and mentor. Her advice has been featured on HuffPost Parents and StepMom Magazine, and clients have described her coaching sessions as “life changing” and “more effective than years of therapy.” When she’s not supporting women to show up as the moms they most want to be, you can find her hanging out with her own amazing teens, singing and dancing to Meghan Trainor songs in the kitchen, and savoring squares of 88% organic dark chocolate. Connect with Pam: http://www.lessdramamoremama.com IG - @‌lessdramamama FB - @‌lessdramamoremama

You're a smart person... why can't you do the things you know you should be doing? You know how many grams of protein are in chicken, eggs, and fish.   You've achieved lifetime membership status at Weight Watchers. You know you feel so much better when you eat well. So why are you still struggling? If you want... ⭐️ to be in control of your relationship with food ⭐️ to be healthy and fit without the bathroom scale determining your happiness ⭐️ to end the diet cycle for the rest of your life ⭐️ to live and enjoy life without worrying about when you're going to start your next diet Then this podcast is for you. It sheds light on the ONE most important thing that you MUST do to change your habits for good. This one change will make all changes so much easier... AND permanent. I'm so glad you're here. -Tanja x P. S. I have a 12-week coaching program to coach women 40+ to end their struggle with food so they can lose weight without the obsession and feel free in their body and their life. It’s different from everything else you’ve tried because it gets to the root cause of WHY you struggle with your weight in the first place. Send me a DM or email me: [email protected] and I'll take it from there!

Heather was sick for nearly 2 decades. Chronic, migrating pain. Rage. Suicide attempts. Multiple autoimmune diseases. And each time she tried to get help, she was given another bandaid solution. Antidepressants. Anger management classes. Pain killers. Nothing worked. It wasn’t until Heather uncovered the root cause of her mystery symptoms that she was able to get her life back. In my conversation with Heather you will… discover the two common causes of mystery symptoms that your doctor probably missed the one missing link to heal your body for good [even most functional health practitioners skip this step!] renew your hope that you, too, can overcome your chronic illness instead of just masking the symptoms Heather Gray is on a mission to help others with chronic complex illnesses and mystery symptoms to find relief and reclaim their health. She helps her clients get to the root cause of their symptoms and helps them take control of their health journey. She is a Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist and Bioenergetic Practitioner specializing in supporting clients with chronic and complex illnesses such as Lyme disease and Autoimmune diseases. With over 27 years of personal experience, she understands the struggles of living with these conditions and is dedicated to helping others find relief.   Get in touch with Heather: https://www.thelymeboss.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheLymeBoss https://www.instagram.com/the_lyme_boss/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEh1w8d52wkr45ZOeAEWcOg

Do you feel exhausted? Demotivated? Burnt out? Stuck in indecision? Afraid? Overwhelmed? Stressed? Anxious? Apathetic? If you have a pulse, you've probably experienced these feelings at some point in your life.  We’re told that challenges are part of the journey. We’re told that challenges are an opportunity to rise.  But going through challenges and struggles can downright SUCK. If and when you need a bit of coaching to work through struggle and to get back on track, this podcast is for you! No one (not even me!) will ever coach you more than you will coach yourself. In this podcast I share how to coach yourself through the challengeing times. Because you and I both know that they are part of the process.  I also share an update on my breast implant removal surgery now that I'm 3 weeks post-op. I am so grateful you're here. If this podcast helps you in anyway, I would love for you to help me spread the message by: 1. Leaving a review on iTunes or wherever you listen to podcasts, 2. Share this podcast with a friend 3. Take a screenshot of the podcast (or a pic of you listening to it!) and share it to social media. Tag me in it so I can celebrate you! With so much love, Tanja x        

This week I'm  sharing a podcast interview I did on the Menopause Natural Solutions Podcast.  Enjoy! -Tanja x

Do you feel guilty when setting boundaries? Do you get frustrated, angry, resentful, or hurt by what other people do (or don’t do to you?) Do you have great intentions to take care of yourself, but always seem to put other people’s needs first? Do you feel like you care too much about what other people think? Do you find yourself turning to food to cope with emotions? Are you a human being? If you answered YES to any of these questions, you’re going to LOVE my interview with Susie Pettit. Susie Pettit has been helping women live lives they love for over 20 years. She is the founder of the Love Your Life School and the podcast host of the Love Your Life Show. She is a certified Parent, Life + Wellness Coach, and a mom of 5 sons ages 18-25. Susie is passionate about helping women live lives that feel as good on the inside as they look on the outside. She spent more than half her life living a life she did not love; as a people pleaser and codependent perfectionist. She reflects that it’s as if she was trying to win an award for ‘Martyr of the Year’. Luckily she hit rock bottom and now has the breadth of experience to teach firsthand about setting healthy boundaries, beating your inner critic, conscious parenting, and how to use mindfulness-based tools to beat overwhelm and anxiety. In this episode, we covered: What is emotional intelligence and how we can use it to gain FREEDOM in our life What boundaries actually are, and the common mistakes we make when setting them Why compassion and curiosity are necessary to overcoming unwanted patterns Enjoy! Get in touch with Susie: https://theLoveYourLifeSchool.com https://smbwell.com/subscribe (the podcast) https://instagram.com/smb.wellness  

This is probably one of my most open and vulnerable episodes. I had to record this week’s podcast twice because the first time I spoke way too fast. I was nervous. I have never shared what I share on today’s podcast. You are NOT the sum of your parts. And so often we do this… Measuring yourself by your ‘imperfections’… Your thighs. Your stomach. Your feet.  Your arms.  Your chin.  Your teeth. Your wrinkles.  That scar. Your weight. And you look to others and compare yourself on that one criterion. She has smooth skin. She has perfect teeth. The perfect body. I wish I could say this is something I used to do, but I still do it. And honestly, I often don’t even realize I am doing it. It’s like a soundtrack that’s been on repeat for YEARS. It becomes background noise; you don’t even know it's there. But what if we rewrite that script? What if they were not problems that needed to be fixed? What if different didn't mean wrong? What if you decided to truly love yourself, fully and completely? Would you feel freer? Would you be more open to adventure and intimacy? Would you take care of YOU? Eat to nourish your body and give yourself energy? Move your body to be strong and energized? How would life be different? Thank you for listening, -Tanja x

You commit to losing weight, resist temptations, but then that binge happens, and you're left wondering, "What happened to my willpower?" Can you relate? Willower is a battery that diminishes the more you use it. It is NOT a realistic key to weight loss.  Relying on willpower is a red flag.  Willpower is another dieting trap. It’s a quick fix. It’s the easy way out, avoiding the deeper habits and the root cause that led to weight gain in the first place.  If you want to break free of the struggle with food and your weight, I created this podcast for you.  Join me on episode 371 for a deep dive on how to lose weight without relying on willpower, and feeling deprived. Plus I share something very personal that I’ve never shared on the podcast before. Press play and let’s chat! -Tanja x P.S. If you are are a woman over 40 and are ready to end the struggle with food so you can lose weight without the obsession and feel free in your body and life, it's YOUR TIME! Get started with a call here: www.tanjashaw.com/apply    

You asked “what are some of your top book recommendations?’ and here's my answer! I generally have a book on audible and a 'real' book or two on the go. In this podcast I share my favourites in 2023. I also share a few of my insights and takeaways from each book, so even if you don't read it, you'll get a lot out of this episode! I did a similar episode in 2021 (check out episode 262 of the podcast). I thought I also did one last year, but now I can't find it. This time of year you might be spending more time reading indoors with a cup of tea and a blanket, or perhaps you’re looking for gifts for others, or yourself.  Here’s my list for 2023. Come as You Are by Emily Nagoski Untamed by Glennon Doyle Finding Your Way Home: A Soul Survival Kit by Melody Beattie Is This Normal? By Jolene Brighten Breathe by James Nestor Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends on It by Kamal Ravikant *Contains affiliate links. There’s no cost to you but if you do choose to follow the link to purchase, I get a few dollars 🙂