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Losing Weight without Losing Your Mind (formerly the More Mindful Podcast)

Welcome to the Losing Weight Without Losing Your Mind Podcast (formerly, the More Mindful Podcast) — where we make weight loss sustainable (and dare I say, enjoyable?!) by changing how you think, instead of just changing what you eat.

Hi, I'm your host is Julia Lynch— your down-to-earth double-certified macro-nutrition coach, integrative health enthusiast, and fellow recovering "starting over every Monday" girl. I get it because I've been there: obsessing over every bite, working out twice a day, and still feeling like I was failing.

Here's what changed everything: I stopped expecting overly-restrictive diets to work for me (they don't!) and I started working with my brain and body, instead of against it.

Now, I help overwhelmed, high-achieving women (you know, the ones juggling EVERYTHING, while her inner perfectionist yaps away at her all day) lose weight without making it their full-time job or giving up Friday night pizza. What’s the point of losing weight if it makes you hate your life?

Through my Rooted Method, I combine mindful eating and macro tracking with practical nutrition hacks and the mindset shifts that actually stick, so you can finally stop the mental gymnastics around food and lose weight without the drama…

Each week, we're diving into real conversations about the thoughts keeping you stuck, simple nutrition strategies that work with your actual life, and tools to help you trust yourself around food again.

Because here's the thing—you don't need another meal plan. You need to stop believing that becoming “that healthy girl” is out of reach. Once you shift your mindset to believe it IS possible, I promise you things will start falling into place. And this podcast is your gateway there.

Head to eatmorewithjulia.com to apply to work with Julia. You can follow her on Instagram at @eatmorewithjulia.

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Losing Weight without Losing Your Mind (formerly the More Mindful Podcast)

S3, E17: How less exercise led to more confidence in 2025 with Kayla Torres (GUEST)

March 03, 2026 • Season 3 • Episode 17

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In this episode, Julia and Kayla Torres dive into the real meaning of consistency and why it has more to do with effort than perfection. Together, they unpack the pressure to “have it all figured out” and reframe growth as a series of small, intentional steps guided by your core values.

From building habits that actually stick to redefining self-care as a foundation (not a luxury), this conversation explores how consistency becomes sustainable when it aligns with who you truly are. Julia and Kayla also reflect on the evolution of identity, the subtle power of manifestation, and the liberating truth that it’s never too late to begin again.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step, this episode will remind you that growth isn’t about getting it perfect... it’s about showing up with intention.

🎧 Catch Kayla's previous appearances on the podcast:

• Episode on how to stop giving up when things get hard
• Episode on New Year's Resolutions

Tune in to reflect on your values, reconnect with your vision, and take one small step closer to the person you’re becoming.

🍋 Apply for my 1:1 private coaching program (jump on the waitlist): HERE

🌟 Take the quiz: What's actually blocking YOUR weight loss success? HERE

🌴 Get instant access to the Rooted Method today! Learn more HERE

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