The More Mindful Podcast
The More Mindful Podcast is a podcast for women who are ready to define their own one-of-a-kind healthy life, so they can look and feel good from the inside out - instead of continuing to fall into the cycle of black and white food rules & restrictive diets that get in the way of a life they love.
Each week, your host, Julia Lynch, and her guests will share simple and implementable ideas that will help you mold your own unique healthy lifestyle - and every week, they will challenge you to take these words with a spirit of curiosity, as the topics explore nutrition, movement, weight loss, mindset, the truth about metabolism, and everything in between (including all the nuance that comes with it). Your healthiest life may be just a few choices away.
Julia Lynch is a certified nutrition coach who has helped hundreds of women rediscover health in their own bodies and find confidence in their skin again, through her coaching programs rooted in mindfulness and conscious nutrition. You can follow her on Instagram at @eatmorewithjulia.
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The More Mindful Podcast
031: Is using the word "lazy" holding you back from feeling good?
Link to the March Get Consistent with Nutrition Workshop
Lazy: Unwilling to work or use energy. Root word: Idle.
Ever catch yourself saying, “I’m so lazy, I didn’t go to the gym” or “I didn’t call my friend back because I’m lazy”? We’ve all been there. But is “laziness” really the issue? Or is there something deeper going on?
In this episode Julia rebrands laziness and its impact on personal goals and health journeys and takes a closer look at what might be happening:
- Sometimes, it’s not about being unwilling to do something – it’s about not having the energy or focus to do everything.
- New habits take energy, and you need to ensure your decisions are leaving you with enough energy to focus on what truly matters.
- Our brains crave comfort and predictability. When we avoid change, it might not be laziness – it could be self-soothing or our bodies trying to "stay safe."
- Support systems are key for success, and if you’re lacking the resources or guidance that others might have, it's important to recognize that when comparing your progress to theirs. Building your own support network is crucial for making lasting changes.
- Do you really have the skills, interest, or energy to do what you think you “should”? Tune in to what your body and mind truly need, and create a plan that works for you.
Ok... and I have to admit there is a small percentage of you who listen to this and are like ok I am indeed lazy and UNWILLING. And if that's you... you'll want to head on over to EPISODE 13 and work on your WHY.
The key takeaway: Rebranding "laziness" might be the first step toward understanding what’s really going on. Maybe it’s not laziness – maybe it’s your energy, your support, or your goals that need some adjustment.
Timestamps:
00:00
Introduction
02:51
Defining and Rebranding the word Lazy
05:51
Energy Management and Habit Formation
08:47
Prioritization in Energy Allocation
12:05
Self-Soothing
18:04
Identifying Support Needs
21:03
Skill Development vs. Laziness
27:08
Combining Internal and External Knowledge for Success
30:01
Conclusion: Embracing a New Perspective on Laziness
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