Weight Loss with Coaching Kara

44. 20 Pound Summer Challenge - Managing Urges 20 pound summer challenge deprivation urges Sep 16, 2022

Do you feel out of control with your favorite foods?

Banishing them in the name of Weight Loss?

Managing urges is simply understanding the urge & deciding how you want to react.

Urges are normal and will always be there but the urgency will diminish as you practice not acting on them.

Sometime...

43. 20 Pound Summer Challenge - Is Planning Really Hard? plan Sep 06, 2022

Are you avoiding making your meal plans? Telling yourself it is hard and takes too much time?

Your brain believes what you tell it and we all know there is more than one way to look at anything.

Telling yourself it's hard and you don't have enough time; your brain will keep finding evidence to pr...

41. Reinvention: Personal Relationships reinvention relationships Aug 23, 2022

In this episode, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach Kara Hackleman explores the power of emotional resilience and understanding feelings. Kara introduces the concept of “emotional ability,” a skill for identifying, processing, and neutralizing emotions without letting them control

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40. Reinvention: Emotional Ability emotional responsibility feeling the feelings goals manuals reinvention Aug 19, 2022

In this episode, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach Kara Hackleman explores the power of emotional resilience and understanding feelings. Kara introduces the concept of “emotional ability,” a skill for identifying, processing, and neutralizing emotions without letting them control you. If you’ve eve...

39. Reinvention: Self-Identity attributes characteristics self-identity style Aug 09, 2022

In this inspiring episode, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach Kara Hackleman dives into the concept of self-identity, exploring how to create a version of yourself that aligns with who you want to be. Kara explains the importance of self-awareness, personal values, and the power of style in crafting...

38. Reinvention: Food Relationship food relationship goals reinvention Aug 01, 2022

In this episode, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach Kara Hackleman introduces Reinvention Month by focusing on transforming your relationship with food. Kara discusses how to break away from restrictive diet mindsets and create a balanced, empowering approach to eating. If you feel controlled by foo...

37. Happening "to" or "for" you? emotional responsibility responsive vs reactive to or for you Jul 26, 2022

In this episode, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach Kara Hackleman explores how our perceptions shape our experiences. Kara explains the difference between seeing life events as happening “to” you versus “for” you. She discusses three personality types—reactive, passive, and intentional—and how each...

36. People Pleaser or Manipulator? emotional responsibility people manipulator people pleaser self validation Jul 19, 2022

In this episode, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach Kara Hackleman delves into the concept of people-pleasing and how it can unintentionally become a form of manipulation. Kara explains that when we do things to elicit a response or control how others feel, we’re often seeking validation outside our...

35. Self Love acceptance awareness self love unconditional Jul 12, 2022

In this episode, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach Kara Hackleman explores the journey of self-love and how understanding your worthiness can profoundly impact your weight loss and personal growth goals. Kara outlines the phases of self-love—from self-loathing to unconditional love—and shares actio...

34. Unsupportive Partner? support Jul 05, 2022

In this episode, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach Kara Hackleman tackles the challenge of staying on track with weight loss goals when faced with an unsupportive or even discouraging partner. Kara shares insights on how to take ownership of your choices, maintain motivation, and create personal bo...

33. Face Your Feelings emotions feeling the feelings feelings human experience 50/50 sit with feelings Jun 28, 2022

In this episode, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach Kara Hackleman explores the importance of understanding and processing emotions as part of a balanced life. Kara explains why avoiding or suppressing emotions only intensifies them and shares techniques for observing and accepting feelings without ...

32. Don't give food the credit for Your Relief credit distraction emotional eating relief thoughts Jun 24, 2022

In this insightful episode, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach Kara Hackleman addresses the common habit of turning to food for comfort. Kara discusses why emotional eating doesn’t resolve underlying issues and introduces alternative ways to manage emotions without relying on food. If you’ve struggl...

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