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When you live in the diet mindset, you spend much of your time living in your head- constantly tallying, dwelling, and stressing over your food and lifestyle choices. When you become an intuitive eater, you learn to drop into your body and start living shoulders down. The territory below your shoulders contains your innate wisdom and power. Shoulders Down is a podcast designed to teach you how to harness your intuition to govern not just how you eat but also how you live. Shoulders Down Podc ...
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The Air We Breathe: Finding Well-Being That Works for You

Heather Sayers Lehman, MS, NBC-HWC, NASM-CPT, CSCS, CIEC, CWP

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The Air We Breathe: Finding Well-Being that Works for You is a podcast created to help you establish a trusted foundation of doable healthy habits and smart self-care skills that can endure every season and last you a lifetime. I'm your host, Heather Sayers Lehman, and my guests and I will share ways that you can focus on your physical and mental health with purpose, flexibility, and ease. The Air We Breathe is here to help you find out what’s most doable, frictionless, and effective for you ...
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You know how "perfect" is supposed to be the ultimate compliment? 🙋🏻‍♀️ You LOOK perfect! 😍 Your WORK is perfect! 👍🏼 Your KIDS did perfect! 🏆 Your HOME is perfect! 🏡 Then one day you wake up so exhausted from chasing perfection that you chuck it all out the window...but then you get so afraid of NOT being perfect that you scoop it all back up and t…
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In this episode, Leah is interviewed by her friend Talia Koren, a dating and relationship coach. Talia and Leah discuss body image and dating. More from Talia: Check out her podcast, Dating Intentionally Follow Talia on Instagram @dating.intentionally More from Leah: Get on the waitlist for The Return Live Cohort Fall 2024 Get access to The Mindset…
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In this episode, I announce that this fall, I'm teaching the first ever live cohort of my online course, The Return! Plus, I talk about the impact of community on an intuitive eating journey and share some pieces of my personal story. The waitlist is officially open, you can add your name here. More from Leah: Join the Waitlist for the fall 2024 Li…
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In this solo episode, Leah talks about the difference between being on a diet and being in the diet mentality. She goes through several hidden forms of diet mentality and offers some tools for moving forward. Resources mentioned: 10 Ways To Divest From Diet Culture This Season More from Leah: Get access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini Course Apply…
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Have you ever considered breaking up with social media, but you are left thinking, what if I am missing out by leaving? You are not alone. Today on the pod, I am joined by Amelia Hruby! Amelia is a writer, educator, and podcaster with a PhD in philosophy. She is the founder of Softer Sounds, a feminist podcast studio for entrepreneurs and creatives…
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In this episode, Leah explores the idea of being a "foodie," and what this might mean about your relationship with food. Resources mentioned: My Story Podcast Episode Greg Remmey on Shoulders Down Minnesota Starvation Study More From Leah: Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching program Join my self-paced course, The Return Subscribe to my pe…
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This week I’m joined by Greg Remmey, former client and founder of the popular food media empire, DEVOUR POWER. Together, we discuss: The impact of being in the modeling industry on Greg's relationship with food and body How struggling with disordered eating led to starting a food blog What was going on behind the scenes in the early days of DEVOUR …
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Have you ever been at a loss for words after comments on someone’s body (maybe yours)? 👀 Did you find something you wanted to say, or were you left speechless waking up at 3 am thinking, “THIS is what I should have said…” 🤦🏻‍♀️ Well, I am here to help you navigate the uncomfortable world, that is, body talk. What if I am the one commenting? What if…
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In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Registered Dietitian, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, and body image coach Amanda Mittman. Amanda has worked with hundreds of clients and learned that the distress of a changing body can be very similar in different stages of life. Together, we discuss: Perimenopause and why we're hearing more about it no…
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In this solo episode, Leah exposes the sneaky ways diet culture might be lurking in your pantry. Resources Mentioned: Related Instagram Post More from Leah: Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching program Join my self-paced course, The Return Subscribe to my personal Substack Follow me on Instagram for more intuitive eating content @leahkern.…
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Have you ever felt trapped in a cycle of dieting and discontent with your eating habits? 🔄 Today on the pod, I am joined by Leah Kern, a unique voice in the field of intuitive eating. As an anti-diet dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor, Leah brings a spiritual approach to her practice, a perspective that I was eager to explore. ✨ Our…
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This week I’m joined by body liberation coach, Hannah Husband. Hannah (they/she) supports folks who feel left out of or harmed by mainstream fitness offerings. Together, we discuss: How to break up with weight-loss focused fitness Approaching movement and exercise through the lens of anti-diet and intuitive eating Reclaiming movement as a way to he…
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In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, this week I’m joined by Tory Stroker, an anti-diet Registered Dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. Tory specializes in disordered eating recovery and body image work for women, and in this conversation we both share our experiences with anxiety. Together, we discuss: Our mental health journe…
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Have you ever felt torn between what you want and what everyone expects from you Have you felt confused about how to even differentiate the two? Today’s episode is a fun one! My two besties of a zillion years, Alison Bell and Susan Marine, join me on the pod! The three of us talk about “Should I do this thing?” and digging deep into what drives us.…
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This week, I’m joined by Dacy Gillespie, a weight-inclusive, anti-diet personal stylist. She helps her clients make a mindset shift from thinking they need to wear what's flattering to unapologetically taking up space in the world. Together, we discuss: Mindful shopping and minimalism How to shop intentionally The cultural implications of the word …
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Hitting the road can feel liberating UNLESS you've got some tricky issues with food. 😰 For some, it can feel stressful, unpredictable, unsafe, and out of control. For others, it can feel like leaving rules behind but still packing in the guilt. Is it possible to travel without thinking much about food at all? It absolutely is possible! I talk about…
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In this week’s episode, I’m joined by advocate, author, and fat positive fertility specialist, Nicola Salmon. Nicola is a prominent figure in the world of fat activism, and the leading voice for fat folks seeking fertility support. She’s also the author of the groundbreaking book “Fat and Fertile.” Together, we discuss: Why it’s time to ditch the m…
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Sometimes, you find yourself the only one crying at brunch. 😭 Everyone else seems happy with their work, but you're answering calls, crying out of frustration, and being overwhelmed. Not anymore!!! Laura Zeyen joins me again today to discuss how setting work boundaries was an emotional game-changer for her. She shares her experience of reclaiming p…
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In this episode I cover 10 actionable ways to start divesting from diet culture. This list includes, physical, energetic, and mental approaches to divest from diet culture. Resources mentioned: Grab your free hunger/ fullness scale and supplemental activity here More from Leah: Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching program Join my self-pace…
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No. No, thank you. I’d love to but I can’t. Maybe next time. 👋 Today, I am talking all about building resilience and the power of saying "No." Always saying yes is not a healthy choice. Sometimes, you need to say no because you don't have the time, you need to take care of yourself first, or you don't want to do the thing! I will discuss how to qui…
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In this week’s episode I’m joined by return guest Lizzy Pope, a professor and director of the undergraduate dietetics program at the University of Vermont. Lizzy is also a certified intuitive eating counselor and her research focuses on weight-inclusive nutrition education and manifestations of diet culture in social media. Together, we discuss: Ho…
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Today’s topic is self-talk! Ohhhhh boy. 👀 Unfortunately, many voices tell us there are problems that we need to fix when things in our lives start to become out of our control. It is usually impossible to completely ignore the voices in our heads. 😏 Instead, there is a way to hear it and create a strategy of coping with it. In this episode, I will …
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In this episode, I give you 11 things you can do today to shift how you feel about your body. I cover: Curating your feed Ways to rewire your neural pathways Unconventional ideas for shifting your perspective on your body (hint outer space documentaries and psychedelics...) Resources Mentioned: Download my free anti-diet media list More from Leah: …
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Today's topic is something I was guilty of in my past: the moralizing of healthy behaviors. Whether you have moralized healthy behaviors before or had someone do this to you, this episode is for you! Let's delve into the damaging belief that there are 'good' and 'bad' foods and that foods can only be placed into these two boxes. This oversimplifica…
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In this BONUS solo episode, Leah answers the question as to whether or not it's possible to still eat intuitively if you use THC/ smoke weed. Enroll in our annual Cannabis and Intuitive Eating Workshop happening on 4/18 Use code PODCAST to get $15 off at checkout. Get access to The Mindset Matters Free Mini Course Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1…
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In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Debbie Saroufim, a body acceptance coach and food trauma healer who helps women, teens and tweens make peace with their body and build up their immunity to diet culture. Debbie’s first children’s book, Fat & Beautiful: A Book About Why You Can Be Both, was published this spring. Together, we discuss: Debbie’s j…
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I got very personal today! 👀 I talked about how exercise was a key piece of the puzzle when I was recovering from PTSD and depression. It solidified to me how important exercise was in my daily life. Ok, back to my usual chipper podcast show notes! Have you wanted to implement an exercise routine but are confused about where to begin? You are in lu…
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In this episode, I cover: A breakdown of Oprah’s new ABC Ozempic special The aspects of Oprah’s message that I appreciated Aspects of the special that I disagree with The real reasons why being higher weight can lead to negative health outcomes Pieces I felt were missing from the special What I wished the take-home message was Resources Mentioned: …
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Have you ever wondered if your definition of success is creating a bar that you can’t clear? 🥴 Today’s episode is all about redefining success. Many times, we set unrealistic goals for ourselves when it comes to our wellness habits. In this episode, I will walk through the five things that people think success is: perfection, major results, feeling…
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In this week’s episode I’m joined by Natalie Stine, anti-diet registered dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor who has a passion for helping adults and children develop a peaceful relationship with food, body acceptance and trust. Together, we discuss: Her journey from disordered eating to anti-diet dietitian The relief in Natalie’s AD…
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Did you know there are five specific tenets for supporting lasting behavior change? 🤔 Did you know a lot of popular approaches to health do NOT focus on what we know works? 🤯 Today, we're talking about the following keys to promoting health sustaining behaviors: Spark intrinsic motivation to inspire and maintain change. Reinforce behaviors over out…
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In this episode, I answer the 10 most common questions I get about intuitive eating: What is intuitive eating? Can I really just listen to my body’s cues instead of following a diet or food rules? But what if when I start listening to my body’s hunger cues, I can’t stop eating? What if I only crave cookies, candy, and “junk food” forever?! Am I all…
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Picture this: your life as a cup, brimming with responsibilities—how do you pour in healthy habits without causing a spill? 🫗 It's all about understanding your bandwidth. Today we're walking the tightrope between self-kindness and self-improvement. We'll navigate through the noise of daily to-dos and offer you a lifeline of practical strategies for…
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In this episode, I’m joined by Jenn Baswick, a food freedom dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor passionate about helping women find peace with food and their bodies. She is the founder of The Intuitive Nutritionist and the host of The Intuitively You podcast. Together, we discuss: Studying nutrition from a place of disordered eating …
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Today's topic is about stress management in my ongoing series, "What Works For Me?" 🤔 This episode is part two of the episodes dedicated to stress management. Today, we will focus on solving our stress using our Coping Toolkit. I developed this way of handling stress while writing my book, "Don't Eat It. DEAL With It! Second Edition: Your Guidebook…
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In this solo episode, I share about my decision to leave Instagram. I discuss: The breadcrumbs that lead me to this decision How using IG for my biz negatively impacted my mental health How I knew it was time to make this leap The fears that come with this change An update on how I've been feeling in the last 4 months since making this decision Res…
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Today's topic is about stress management in my ongoing series, "What Works For Me?" 🤔 This episode is the first of two episodes dedicated to stress management. Today, we will focus on what is causing our stress, and next week, we will dive into the solutions. In this episode, I will walk you through the three steps of beginning stress management. Y…
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In this episode, we are joined by Alissa Rumsey, a registered dietitian, nutrition therapist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and the author of Unapologetic Eating: Make Peace With Food and Transform Your Life. Together, we discuss: How Alissa moved from a weight normative to a weight inclusive practice Devising “unapologetic eating” Food fre…
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Today's topic is about eating, in my ongoing series, "What Works For Me?" 🤔 In this episode, I will walk you through the four steps I use to break down eating: Planning, Shopping, Prepping, and Cooking. Once we quiet the diet culture voice telling us we need to eat certain things, we can begin to listen to ourselves and what we want and start plann…
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Today I'm joined by one of my beloved former 1:1 clients, Amy. Together we discuss: Amy’s process with deciding to pursue an intuitive eating journey The role of faith and spirituality in Amy’s journey How redefining health changed everything for Amy The intersection of disordered eating and chronic illness How a trip to the zoo gave Amy a big “aha…
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Today's topic is about exercise in my ongoing series, "What Works For Me?" We will explore the complexities of exercise, start avoiding using exercise to "fix" our bodies, and discover how to find joy in movement. I will talk about my journey with exercise and how I have learned that the secret to lasting consistency isn't in the calorie count but …
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Today I’m joined by body image coach and educator Bri Campos. Bri is a licensed mental health counselor based in New Jersey and the founder of Body Image with Bri. ** Together, we discuss: Bri’s food & body image story Internalized anti-fat bias Honoring intersectionality in body image work Why affirmations won’t cut it when it comes to doing body …
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Laura Zeyen joins me to co-host this episode about “What Do I Want?” We dive into the different areas of our lives, meal planning and eating, physical activity, stress management, and how we can ask ourselves, “What do I want?” and “What works for me?” in those areas. Laura and I discussed how one way of approaching something could work for a perso…
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In this solo episode, I announce an exciting podcast update. Then, I breakdown 4 hurdles that might be keeping you stuck on your intuitive eating journey. I discuss: How lingering mental restriction might be keeping you from experiencing full peace with food What happens when you don't give yourself enough time to habituate The difference between i…
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In this week’s episode, I’m joined by dietitian and mindfulness teacher Keirra Bartley. She owns the private practice Attune Nutrition and believes everyone has the right to feel at home in their body and on this earth. Together we discuss: Keirra’s food & body image story How being conscious about sustainability led Keirra down a path of disordere…
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This episode peels back the layers of behavior change, underscoring that every small step is a win worth recognizing. It's not about an all-or-nothing victory; it's about embracing the gray areas where progress truly blooms. We all face challenges that threaten to derail our health and fitness efforts through illness, injury, or the whirlwind of da…
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Today’s topic is all about getting out of a rut. At the end of last year, I was not loving life and struggling to be productive or or enjoy my work. I had to look at behaviors that were coming up for me and understand the steps I needed to take to move forward. If you are experiencing this feeling or have ever felt this way, there is a way to get o…
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In this episode, we are joined by Registered Dietitian, pubic speaker and running coach, Serena Marie. Serena uses a unique blend of intuitive eating, somatic counseling, and running nutrition to help you fuel your dreams. Together, we discuss: Serena Marie’s journey with disordered eating & running How Serena was introduced to intuitive eating Add…
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In this episode, we are joined by nutrition student and wellness podcaster, Emily Beal of Energy with Emily and What I Didn’t Know. Together, we discuss: Emily’s journey from body neutrality to disordered eating to recovery How disordered eating can lead people into studying nutrition The relationship between perfectionism, over-achieving & disorde…
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In this episode, we are joined by Intuitive Eating Coach and HAES advocate, Jonny Landels! In this episode, we discuss: Jonny's food and body story The impact of being bullied for his body size on Jonny's relationship with food How working at CrossFit skyrocketed Jonny into disordered eating and negative body image The messy middle parts of healing…
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