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  • Welcome to Real People. Real Journeys. This series features the honest and vulnerable stories of real people who have made The Livy Method a part of their lives.


    *Trigger warning. This episode includes a discussion of sexual and emotional abuse*


    In this **Real People, Real Journeys** we delve into the inspiring story of Marie Shinmoto. In this heartfelt conversation, Marie shares her personal journey of overcoming challenges related to weight loss and the deeper emotional struggles tied to her past, including experiences of trauma. As she reflects on her upbringing and the impact of generational trauma, Marie emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and therapy in her healing process. This episode not only highlights her resilience but also serves as a powerful reminder that every journey is unique and worthy of exploration.


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  • Welcome to Real People. Real Journeys. This series features the honest and vulnerable stories of real people who have made The Livy Method a part of their lives.


    In this **Real People, Real Journeys** Gina sits down with Melissa McLean. Melissa opens up about her struggles with mental health and body image, revealing how societal pressures and personal expectations shaped her experiences as a mother. With two young daughters, she reflects on the exhaustion of balancing family life during the pandemic and how these challenges have led her to prioritize her own well-being. As she recounts her experiences with various weight loss programs, she emphasizes that success isn’t just measured by numbers on a scale but by personal growth and mental clarity. Melissa shares her tips for success and delves into her feelings of calm amidst a life full of busyness.


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  • Welcome to Real People. Real Journeys. This series features the honest and vulnerable stories of real people who have made The Livy Method a part of their lives.


    In this **Real People, Real Journeys** we dive into the inspiring story of Stacey Najman, who transformed her life by losing over a hundred pounds with the Livy Method. Stacey shares her journey, detailing the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way. With a candid discussion about mindset, non-scale victories, and the importance of the Livy community, Stacey reveals how she embraced a healthier lifestyle without feeling deprived, and shares her best tips for success.


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  • Welcome to Real People. Real Journeys. This series features the honest and vulnerable stories of real people who have made The Livy Method a part of their lives.


    In this episode, Gina Livy sits down with Helen Landry. At 68, Helen has lost 43 pounds but has faced a year-long plateau in her weight loss journey. In this candid discussion, she shares her insights on overcoming challenges related to health, stress, and sleep while emphasizing the importance of community support. Discover how Helen has shifted her focus from the scale to non-scale victories and learn valuable tips for navigating your own health journey.


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  • Welcome to Real People. Real Journeys. This series features the honest and vulnerable stories of real people who have made The Livy Method a part of their lives.


    In this episode, Gina Livy sits down with Nazneen Dindar, a retired elementary school principal and mother of 24-year-old twins. Nazneen shares her journey from immigrating to Canada at age four, to experiencing unexpected weight gain during puberty, to rediscovering body positivity in her 50s. She reflects on key life moments that challenged her self-worth and served as catalysts for change, inspiring others to overcome shame and foster a healthier self-relationship.


    Tune in for an empowering discussion about reclaiming identity, building community, and embracing authenticity beyond weight loss.


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  • DUN DUN DUN!! The Scale.


    Today is all about how and why the scale has become such an issue for so many people who are looking to lose weight. Tune in for tips on how to use the scale effectively as a tool, while not letting it dictate your emotions or self-worth. This episode aims to reframe the scale from an enemy to a useful instrument for sustainable weight loss.


    Sources:

    https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/2016/01/03/weight-loss-scales-daily/77584478/

    https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1002/oby.20396

    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4380831/?ref=popsugar.com&=___psv__p_5215865__t_w_

    https://issuu.com/connie233cook/docs/history_of_bathroom_scales

    https://emilyprogram.com/blog/throw-away-the-scale/


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  • Are you fasting your seatbelts? It's going to be a bumpy (but rewarding) ride!


    This episode of The Science Behind dives into intermittent fasting, the diet that’s as trendy as avocado toast. We'll break down the science, history, pros, cons, and how it stacks up against The Livy Method.


    You'll learn about the benefits like weight loss, brain boosts, and heart health. But don’t worry, we don't fast on the side effects—headaches, anyone? We also discuss who should avoid this diet. Check out our latest Science Behind coming at you... fast! Okay, we'll stop with that now.


    Sources:

    https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/14/3/631https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5411330/?fd=5919341930653900|5317710456904024&lp=/what-fasting-can-do[PDF] mdpi.comhttps://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/articlepdf/2787246/patikorn_2021_oi_211110_1639148511.03732.pdf

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  • You won’t want to hit snooze on this episode of Weigh In With Gina as we fall deep into a conversation on sleep.


    Sleep expert Alanna McGinn, Naturopathic Doctor Olinca Trejo, and sleep researcher Dr. Beverley David leave no pillow unturned while delving into this essential pillar of health. They get real about the dangers of chronic sleep deprivation and its links to serious health issues while providing actionable sleep tips and tricks that will have you counting z’s in no time.


    Settle in and prepare to improve your sleep by never trying… to sleep. Huh?


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  • Today Gina chews the fat with, Cynthia Loyst and Josie Dye. Cynthia is the best-selling author of Find Your Pleasure and a host of CTV's 'The Social'. Josie is a TV and radio host on CHUM 104.5, and a public speaker and advocate for disability awareness. Together they host Cynthia and Josie's Unmentionables podcast and talk with Gina about one of the biggest unmentionables, their weight loss journeys.


    Find Cynthia Loyst @cynthialoyst

    Find Josie Dye @josiedye

    Find Cynthia and Josie's Unmentionables on your favourite podcast platform and @cynthiaandjosie


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  • Are you super successfully stressed? Today, Gina, sleep expert Alanna McGinn and Naturopathic Doctor Paul Hrkal explore the often-overlooked upsides of stress. Contrary to popular belief, stress is not inherently negative - it can actually be a powerful catalyst for growth, productivity, and personal development.


    Perhaps it's time to weigh both the negative and positive sides of your relationship with stress. Have a listen and set some time aside today to stress the F%#& out.


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  • Get ready for the first taste of our newest series, Digestible Bits. No lengthy lectures or complicated jargon - just small-sized bits of information you can easily incorporate into your daily routine. In just 5-10 minutes, Gina Livy gets into the specifics with quick, actionable tips to help you improve your health and wellness.


    This episode: Foods To ...Avoid?


    Looking for a list of foods to avoid while trying to lose weight? This IS NOT that. In today's digestible bit, Gina sheds new light on some infamous "foods to avoid". Bananas? Carbs? Tune in to see if these foods are actually the villains they are thought to be when you're trying to lose weight.


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  • A mass of followers feasting on fatty foods and rapidly losing weight? Today we are talking about Keto. Welcome to a brand new series we are calling THE SCIENCE BEHIND, where we will be diving deep into the most popular diets out there. In our first episode, we are navigating the ocean of influencers, books, recipes, studies and experts to bring you the facts about one of the "oldest" and most popular weight loss methods, The Keto Diet.


    Research Links:

    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6251269/https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamaneurology/fullarticle/774424https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdfdirect/10.1111/j.1528-1167.2008.01821.xhttps://www.sochob.cl/pdf/obesidad_adulto/Ketogenic%20diets%20for%20weight%20loss%20A%20review%20of%20their%20principles%20safety%20and%20efficacy.pdfhttps://www.cambridge.org/core/services/aop-cambridge-core/content/view/6FD9F975BAFF1D46F84C8BA9CE860783/S0007114513000548a.pdf/div-class-title-very-low-carbohydrate-ketogenic-diet-span-class-italic-v-span-low-fat-diet-for-long-term-weight-loss-a-meta-ysis-of-randomised-controlled-trials-div.pdfhttps://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/11/2/2092/pdfhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6251269/

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  • Today Gina chews the fat with special guest Kyle Buchanan, a nutrition and health enthusiast known for the feelgoodery Podcast and as a resident contributor on Canada's "The Morning Show". From his insights on the "Feel Good, Do Good" concept to navigating the ever-changing diet industry, Kyle shares actionable advice and personal anecdotes to inspire your health journey.


    Tune in as we explore topics such as handling criticism, overcoming obstacles to change, and thriving amidst anxiety. With practical tips for cutting through the social media noise, Kyle inspires us to prioritize our well-being and finally feel good.


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  • Welcome to the refreshed Weigh In With Gina podcast! In our inaugural episode, Dr. Beverley David, a clinical psychologist specializing in sleep research, joins Gina to explore how psychology intersects with weight loss. They discuss the societal pressures on body image, the psychological impact of dieting, and the need for sustainable approaches to weight loss. Dr. Beverly emphasizes the role of past experiences and societal influences on attitudes toward food and self-worth and touches on whether The Livy Method is a comprehensive enough approach to weight loss that prioritizes the underlying psychological factors.

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  • Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Winter 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 91, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:


    https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024


    Topics covered:

    Introducing ….. Tony!There is still time to fill out the survey for your chance to win an iPhone 15 - you can enter until April 22nd to fill it outToday is the last day of the group - you can ask any questions you have and the team will be answering until 7pm tonight. If you are following behind the group, your app will still work for the full 91 days. When you complete the Program, the app will turn into a general trackerThe Spring/Summer group is selling quickly! If you haven’t joined yet, be sure to register here www.ginalivy.com/shop before we sell out!Stay tuned on Facebook and Instagram for the release of our new book coming very soon!Keep celebrating your wins on our Celebrate and Inspire post, we are thrilled to celebrate all your wins!If you want support with your Maximzing Questions, you can post your response in the group up until 7pm today or in the Spring/Summer group when we get started on April 22ndSupporting members on getting clear on plans between groupsSharing our survey results!The Program is effective for all ages! Here’s our demographic breakdownThere were 50 countries represented this group and the top 5 were: Canada, US, UK, Mexico and AustraliaEngagement in the Facebook group and Livy AI this round Survey responsesYoungest member was 18, the eldest member was 85Member satisfactionWe want to hear from all members to hear their feedbackHealth issuesAt what point in The Program did members start losing weightWhen members started noticing changes in their bodiesThe top non-scale victories sharedCommunityTop elements that were most helpful to weight loss journeyDiscussing what makes The Livy Method different - it’s a guided processConfidence in Weight Loss JourneyHow did members interact with The ProgramNew podcast announcement!77% found access to The Program through the podcast helpful68% access Lives through the podcastQuotes shared by members from the surveyDiscussions happening in the obesity industry and from the Obesity SummitFinal weight Loss stats, out of 2,469 respondentsThank you to our incredible guest experts and the companies that have partnered with Weight Loss By GinaA HUGE thank you to all our members! Our community is everything to us. Thank you for putting your trust in us and creating the incredible community we have here at Weight Loss By GinaFinal advice on wrapping up this group and heading to the next round

    To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.


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  • Gina Livy's Facebook Lives from The Livy Method Winter 2024 Support Group hosted on Facebook. This is a recording of the Day 89, 9 AM live. You can find the full video hosted at:


    https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024


    Topics covered:

    Lots of feels at the end of The Program- how are you feeling?Learning to prioritize yourself without feeling guiltyThe new book will be ready soon!Moving forward, there will only be one companion bookHow to use the app in between groupsBe sure to join the Facebook Support Group for Spring/SummerWhat to do if you didn’t see the results you wanted this ProgramGina and Tony will be live on Sunday at 10am ESTThe break between groups is a great opportunity to start a new routineVacations are important to de-stressHow to approach the Spring/Summer Program as a returning member with fresh eyesYour body is changing drastically- try your clothes on sooner than laterThere are many options for donating your old clothesWe are working on a Livy Method workbook!Gina’s experience working in gyms and salesThe break in between groups is the perfect time to personalize the plan and use BOTWe have some fun things in the works- stay tuned!Make sure you feel confident in next steps- ask as many questions as you needSetting yourself up for success in the next groupThank you for asking questions, commenting, and sharing about your journeyRemember to fill out the end of program survey and enter the Livy Loser giveawayWhy spring is a great time to lose weightTake this time to revisit the guest expert segments on sleepWhat information to take with you to the doctorBe proud of yourself and check out the celebrate and inspire postWhere to find Gina in between groups

    To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.


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  • In this special edition of Gina Live, Gina talks dressing your changing body with Fashion Expert Tanya Gelsomino (Yaya & Co.).


    You can find the full video hosted at:

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024


    Topics covered:

    Introducing Livy Loser and fashionista from Yaya & Co, Tanya GelsominoFollow Tanya’s personal journey on Instagram at tanya_nicole_0033Tanya shares her journey of losing her weight so publicly and the importance of the Livy Loser community to herTanya shares fashion advice for your weight loss journeyDiving into understanding body shapes and creating capsule wardrobesCreating a look you love with the body shape you have nowHow to get past the fear of buying smaller clothes for your current sizeNew clothes that fit you properly can help you see the changes in your body outside of just weight lostHow to build a capsule wardrobe that allows you several looks with just a few pieces. Start in your own closet!What to do with the clothes that are now too big for you and addressing the fears that you’ll go back to that sizeFashion advice for menTransitioning your wardrobe through the seasonsIf you’re looking for genuine advice, Yaya is located in Mississauga, Vaughn Mills and Niagara on the Lake. If you’re located elsewhere, following influencers on social media can provide inspirationShoes and accessory options that add versatilityDarker coloured, solid bottoms help slim and neutral colours help extend your wardrobeMixing and matching - dopamine dressing = dressing in a way that brings you joyFocus on decluttering your wardrobe to help bring you joy. We are ever-changing but can feel confident in the body we’re in right nowBreak down the barriers of the past and be willing to try on new things. Nobody is looking at the labels on your clothes, so be sure to buy the size that fits!Be sure to accentuate your best features!Get 15% off at Yaya & Co in April using code: LIVYLOSER15

    To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.


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  • Gina Livy's Facebook Live from the Maintenance & Mindfulness group hosted on Facebook. This is the live recording of Weigh In Wednesday from April 3, 2024.


    You can find the full video hosted at:

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/ginalivymaintenanceandmindfulness


    Topics covered:

    Introducing Murray FoxTransitioning into MaintenanceThere was no switch flipped to Maintenance for Murray, it was a slow transitionWhen Murray transitioned to Maintenance, the 4 Stages of Weight Loss weren’t defined yetReviewing your Why as you transition into MaintenanceThe 4 Steps to Mindful Eating and do we still need to use them in Maintenance?Learning to fully lean into trusting what your body is communicating with youWater was the gamechanger for MurrayThe changes that occur as members transition from the Weight Loss Program to Maintenance What living The Livy Way looks like for Murray in Maintenace - continuing to use the scale daily and assessing what and when to eat with easeHandling stress at this stage of the weight loss journeyManaging blips along the way, when the scale is up, and the benefits of repeating the ProgramFind Murray’s pottery at @murrayfoxpotteryWe’ll be back at it April 22nd after a short break. We look forward to seeing you then!

    To learn more about The Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.


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  • This is the live recording of the Spill the Tea session with Gina and Special Guest Julie Pickering.


    You can find the full video hosted at:

    https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024


    Topics covered:

    Hello to everyone in both the Weight Loss and Maintenance groups, introducing Julie PickeringJulie shares how she has transitioned from being really hard on herself to being much more relaxed and much kinder to herself Julie recommends the mediation app Soothing Pod available for free on apple iphonesJulie discussed how did she know she was done losing weight and ready for MaintenanceGina goes through Julies timeline for her journey that started in the Spring/Summer group of 2022 There is a lot more happening in the Maintenance group with amazing guests and conversationJulie shares her history of dieting The questions and conversations that come up in the Maintenance groups Being a people pleaser. Julie shares how she has had trouble putting herself firstJulies husband lost 22 lbs just eating along with Julie through The Program Are you worried about maintaining your weight? Julie encourages you to trust yourself, you are wiser then you knowJulie shares how much she enjoys moving her body now and continuing to eat healthy foods because it makes her feel betterJulie talks about what is different about The Livy Method compared to other diets  What was Julies why? and the importance of Non-scale VictoriesGina thanks all of our guests from the Winter 2024 group for sharing their stories Reminder that you have access to all of these guest segments through the Facebook group and via the podcasts

    Follow our Livy Loser account on IG @LivyLosers and use #livyloser


    To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.


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  • Gina chats with best-selling author and learning expert Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer about next steps when approaching the break between programs. You can find the full video hosted at:


    https://www.facebook.com/groups/livymethodwinter2024


    Topics covered:

    Welcome Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer to discuss the next steps after The Program comes to an endThe combination or constellation of feels that might come up for you towards the endGoing through remarkable changes in life and breaking through to healDr. Deena Kara Shaffer shares her own personal realizations about what she has been avoiding in her journeyHow do we honour the feels that come up, learn from them, and turn them into an opportunityFeelings are part of the journey. That is part of the work you need to do hereWhat is your most heartfelt wish, and what would happen if you stepped closer to that?Whenever we talk about NEXT, there is a BEFORE. What are the next steps in your journey? What is this experience for you? Frame it in a way that resonates for you What do you do if you think your house is made of weak material or a wreaking ball comes every time? What words are you using to describe your journey? What is there for you to learn from, what is the opportunity? Continuing to work with the house metaphor, with a different approach to buildingBuild yourself a house that is strong enough to withstand the wreaking balls of lifeAre you nervous? What is the architecture, and what is the accountability? Dr. Shaffer shares the steps you can takeBe open to surprising yourself and see what you want to bring to the next groupDr. Shaffer encourages you to find 3 things you did not so great and then look at 3 successes as you move forward into the next group Feel Good Learning; Dr. Deena Kara Shaffer's Book Dr. Deena invites you to enjoy her newsletter and work with her team in learning

    awakenedlearning.ca

    @awakenedlearning 


    To learn more about the Livy Method, visit www.ginalivy.com.


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