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This episode is explicit. This is a real conversation with a client who has struggled with body shame, self-criticism and simply being unkind to herself. While working on a personal rebrand, we have a candid conversation about where she has held her treatment of others to a different standard than the one she has for herself. It's not right. More than that, it's taking joy from her life and causing her pain. Most importantly: it's self-inflicted which means she can create a change right now. If you are sensitive to strong language, this isn't the right episode for you. If you're ready for a bit of fire and truth, take a listen! https://primalpotential.com/485/ Resources: Follow me on Instagram Get on the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation

Last week, I had a powerful call with one of my Primal Potential Masters Club friends. We were talking about how she wanted to rebrand herself. We're doing this to give us a great sense of certainty & direction that will help in all our many moments of decision making. Hotel behemoth MGM recently decided to rebrand themselves. In their video, they clarify their new brand: "We're not in the hotel business. We're in the holy sh*t business". Having that clarity in their brand makes all their decisions easier. As they decide what should be in their lobby, what the guest rooms should look like, what their restaurants should serve and which books they should act, they will be guided by their brand: we are in the holy sh*t business. So, those of us in the Primal Potential Masters Club are doing the same. Today, I'm sharing with you one of those conversations. I know you're going to love it! https://primalpotential.com/484/ Resources Watch that MGM commercial - it's going to fire you up! Episode 480: Transformation Is Now Follow me on Instagram

What are the narratives you escape to that have nothing to do with what you're trying to achieve and where you're trying to go? In today's episode, we're pointing out where you're giving your energy & thought that simply isn't relevant. It's either attaching you to a problem or past pattern or it's keeping you from stepping into the solution. If you're struggling to get out of your head, out of your way and make consistent progress towards your goals, you don't want to miss today's short episode! https://primalpotential.com/483/ Resources: Get on the Wait List for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation Follow me on Instagram

We have more bacterial cells than human cells. We have more bacterial DNA than human DNA. There is no question that our microbiome has a massive impact on every single aspect of health. If there is an issue with your bacterial diversity or quantity, it will have an impact on your health. The bacteria, viruses and fungi that make up your microbiome play a massive role in digestion, metabolism and body composition, but that's not all. They are a major player in immunity, mood, cognitive ability, heart health, inflammation and more. In today's episode we're looking deep into the impact of the microbiome and what we can do about it! https://primalpotential.com/482/ Resources: Get on the Wait List for the Fall 12 Weeks to Transformation! Episode 055: Probiotics for Health & Fat Loss Episode 432: How Your Microbiome Can Help You Burn Fat Q&A 7: Cholesterol Is Not the Culprit 075: How Much Fat Is Too Much Fat? 325: Which Fats To Avoid & Why 424: Dietary Fat & Blood Lipid Concerns Episode 048: Leverage Your Genes To Fit In Your Genes 046: Water Filters & Hydration Want to give Thrive Market a try? Register through http://thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to get free shipping and save 25% on your first order and get a free 30-day trial membership! Follow me on Instagram

As I shared in episode 480, I'm working to help my Master's Club clients create new personal brands. It's an amazingly fun project & today I'm sharing a bit of it with you! One of my clients felt that she needed more control. The thing is, we already have all the control we need. There is, however, a difference between having control and taking control. Listen to the episode for more! https://primalpotential.com/481/ Resources: The MGM commercial Episode 480: Transformation Is Now Follow me on Instagram

It's not about becoming someone different. It's about, in any moment, choosing to BE different. Choosing something different. Transformation is later. It's not after weight loss. It's not down the road. It's a choice you make in every moment. I don't want to give a long intro to this episode. Simply, you need to hear it. Make the time. It matters. https://primalpotential.com/480/ Resources: Join the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation group coaching program! Follow me on Instagram

Today, I'm talking to you. Not a group of you, just you. You are capable of infinitely more than you think you are. In every situation, you are response-able. You are able, in any moment, to choose a strong, positive response. I'm sharing this with you today, in this way, so you have this as a tool in your toolbox when you need it most. Enjoy! https://primalpotential.com/479/ Resources: The wait list is now open for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation coaching group! Hop on the list now to learn more and get the first opportunity to apply & enroll! Want more motivation? Episode 284: The Year Of You Cinco De Mayo Meal New to Thrive Market? Register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to get free shipping and an extra 25% off your first order! Plus, you'll get a free 30-day trial membership!

Today I'm answering YOUR questions! I really see this as OUR show and one of my primary objectives is to give you want you need. I want to help you overcome your challenges and excuses. I want to help you make progress towards your goals. One of the ways I can do that is by addressing what's on your mind and what's going on in your life. In today's episode, I'm answering questions you've sent in, including: How do you stay motivated after you've made considerable progess? What are your fears? Do you need to eat every 2-3 hours to maintain blood sugar? I really struggle with moderation. Is it possible to change that mindset or is that just the way I am? Do you ever have a bad day? What does that look like? What are your personal tools for persevering in a negative environment? Don't miss this episode! Make sure to let me know if you have questions! https://primalpotential.com/478/ Resources: Join the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation Wait List 5 Mindset Shifts That Changed My Life Part 1 5 Mindset Shifts That Changed My Life Part 2 5 Mindset Shifts That Changed My Life Part 3 5 Mindset Shifts That Changed My Life Part 4 5 Mindset Shifts That Changed My Life Part 5 Follow Me On Instagram

Today I'm answering YOUR questions! I really see this as OUR show and one of my primary objectives is to give you want you need. I want to help you overcome your challenges and excuses. I want to help you make progress towards your goals. One of the ways I can do that is by addressing what's on your mind and what's going on in your life. In today's episode, I'm answering questions you've sent in, including: What's my love language? What are my go-to snacks? What are my pet peeves? What's my approach to pre and post workout nutrition? What are the 3-5 changes I'd make immediately if I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes? If you have questions you'd like me to weigh in on or topics you want my take on, go ahead and leave them in the comments or shoot me an email! I'll be doing a part 2 episode soon! https://primalpotential.com/477/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the Fall 2018 12 Weeks To Transformation The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman Lumberjack Coffee Co 046: Water - What You Need To Know for Health & Fat Loss Jessie Mundell - To Birth & Beyond Brazil Nuts from Thrive Market* Episode 476: Food as Medicine - Brazil Nuts Almonds from Thrive Market* Cashews from Thrive Market* Artisana Coconut Butter from Thrive Market* *If you want to give Thrive Market a try, make sure to register through the URL thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you can get free shipping & save an extra 25% on your first order! You'll also get a free 30-day trial membership!

"Let food be thy medicine & medicine be thy food" ~ Hippocrates Today we're taking a look at another food that can deliver medicinal benefis. Brazil nuts, largely because of their high selenium content, have a huge impact on thyroid health & inflammation. Beyond that, they can improve sperm production & motility, increase HDL cholesterol and combat depression! Guess what? Brazil nuts aren't actually nuts! They are seeds from a larger nut. I had no idea!! The nut looks a lot like a coconut and inside are encapsulated seeds - the things we consider brazil nuts! Tune in to hear who should eat some brazil nuts, who shouldn't, what you want to look for when you're buying them and how many is too many! https://primalpotential.com/476/ Resources: 450: Food As Medicine - Coconut 458: Food As Medicine - Turmeric 466: Food As Medicine - Sulfur Thrive Market: Brazil Nuts New to Thrive Market? Make sure to register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you can get free shipping and save an additional 25% on your first order! You'll also get a free 30-day trial membership! Follow me on Instagram

I don't watch much television but I really enjoy Showtime's Billions. On a recent episode, Wendy Rhoades, an in-house psychiatrist for a prominent hedge fund, is counseling a one of the firm's executives. The executive is struggling because the firm profited from a major disaster. It was a moral struggle and a question of right and wrong. Wendy was clear & direct. She said, when you're here, "mind the truth that makes you money". I paused the show and wrote it down. We find ourselves in all sorts of true moments. We want the cookies. A second glass of wine would taste amazing. We're tired. All true, right? There are truths that take us in all directions. Truths that keep is where we are. Truths that move us forward. Truths that take us further from our goals. In today's episode we're riffing off that idea from Billions: mind the truth that moves you forward. Don't miss this motivational minisode! https://primalpotential.com/475/ Resources: Breaking Barriers What is Breaking Barriers? Follow me on Instagram Want to give Thrive Market a try? Make sure to register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you can save an extra 25% on your first order! Plus, you'll get free shipping on that initial order and a free 30-day trial membership!

Want to know how to eat carbs without getting fat? Today's episode is all about what happens when you eat carbs and strategies for eating them in a way that reduces the chances they'll be converted to & stored as fat. Plus, we'll talk about the common mistakes that create an internal environment where even small amounts of carbs you consume are converted to & stored as fat. Carbs aren't bad. That's just not true. The flip side of that is that they are not an essential fuel source, despite what you might have heard. They are, however, quite yummy and can be enjoyed in a way that doesn't lead to weight gain. We're clearing all this up in today's episode so don't miss it! https://primalpotential.com/474/ Resources: Q&A 2: What's Your Carb Tolerance 170: 3 Ways To Improve Your Carb Tolerance 199: 3 Stages of Carb Intolerance 009: Carb Spillover 378: Is High Protein Metabolically High Carb? Follow Me On Instagram Are you on the free VIP email list?! Click here to join for recipes, motivation and strategies for taking your life & health to the next level!

Do you ever read something that makes you immediately level up your actions or effort? I sure do and I love it when that happens! I'm no longer intrigued by things that sound nice. I'm only intrigued by things I can act on immediately. I'm intrigued by things that help me improve what I do & how I act. My mind is full of ideas. I think we need to know less but do more. Today's episode is about something that moved me to action and immediately increased my effort. It's an Instagram post from CrossFit athlete Dan Bailey. After injury and surgery, here's what he had to say: "Currently a little over 3 weeks out from surgery after rupturing my quad tendon. Still pretty swollen but it's getting better every week. Progress isn't measured in lbs and kilos but centimeters of knee flexion and reduction in swelling (that and setting a goal to bench 4 wheels). Everyday starts with a POD attitude (performance on demand @tosh.crookedbutterfly) meaning, this is the best your going to feel today, even though your knee looks like a softball, that doesn't really matter, performance is still demanded, so what can you do mentally, physically and spiritually to increase your work capacity? I'd be lying if I said this is what happens everyday but it's what I shoot for." What can you do mentally, physically & spiritually to increase your work capacity? This challenged me and made my day better. Today's episode will do the same for you. Take a listen! https://primalpotential.com/473/ Resources Breaking Barriers Episode 284: The Year of You Follow me on Instagram Are you on the free VIP list? Jump on it!

If you want to change your body, you have to change your mind. Your thoughts and perspectives drive your choices & too many people are trying to white-knuckle improved choices without making the adjustment that truly drives change: changing your mind. In today's episode we're talking about making a shift away from a serious detractor from success: searching for solutions outside yourself. It's a distraction and your journey becomes about everything and everyone other than YOU. https://primalpotential.com/472/ Resources: Episode 391: Motivation Masterclass Episode 464: The Most Important Thing Episode 284: The Year Of You Make sure you're on the free Primal Potential VIP list! Don't miss a single moment of motivation, strategy or a great fat loss recipe! Follow me on Instagram

We live in the information age. Anyone with an opinion can share it with the world and that has led to some major nutrition misunderstandings. Some of these keep us from losing weight, make change harder or keep us from taking action. We're clearing them up today! We're tackling a whole bunch of topics including: Why eating every few hours isn't needed to "keep your metabolism going" Why urinary ketones might not reflect ketosis Misleading information about muscle loss when fasting Make sure you're on the free VIP email list so you don't miss out on motivation, recipes and success strategies! https://primalpotential.com/471/ Resources Episode 469: Is Extended Fasting Healthy? Episode 470: Anti-Aging Strategies for Fat Loss Keto Mojo Blood Ketone Monitor Follow me on Instagram Give Thrive Market a try! When you register though thrivemarket.com/primalpotential you'll save an extra 25% + get free shipping on your 1st order. But that's not all! You'll also get a free 30-day trial membership.

It's another book club episode! Today we're diving into anti-aging strategies for fat loss & health inside Naomi Whittel's book Glow 15. If you want to feel better, have more energy, look younger, live longer and burn fat, listen to this episode and then go grab the book! https://primalpotential.com/470/ Resources: Glow 15 by Naomi Whittel Episode 466: Food As Medicine - Sulfur Episode 469: Is Extended Fasting Healthy Follow me on Instagram Episode 137: Always Hungry Episode 195: Golden Rules of Carbs & Fat Loss

It's another book club episode! Today we're diving into anti-aging strategies for fat loss & health inside Naomi Whittel's book Glow 15. If you want to feel better, have more energy, look younger, live longer and burn fat, listen to this episode and then go grab the book! https://primalpotential.com/470/ Resources: Glow 15 by Naomi Whittel Episode 466: Food As Medicine - Sulfur Episode 469: Is Extended Fasting Healthy Follow me on Instagram Episode 137: Always Hungry Episode 195: Golden Rules of Carbs & Fat Loss

Is extended fasting healthy? Will it put you in starvation mode, lower your metabolism and make you burn muscle? What are the benefits of extended fasting? Who should do it? Who shouldn't? What are the benefits? How do you do it? What can you eat? What can't you eat? How long should a fast be? Is 1 day enough? How long do I have to fast to get benefits? So many questions about extended fasting and we're tackling them today! Plus, I'll be sharing details of my recent 7 day fast including why I did it, how I felt, what benefits I experienced, if I'd do it again and how I broke my fast. If you're curious, interested or even skeptical, make sure to check out this episode! https://primalpotential.com/469/ Resources: The Complete Guide To Fasting by Dr. Jason Fung & Jimmy Moore Pink Himalayan Sea Salt from Thrive Market EPIC Bone Broth If you decide to give Thrive Market a try, make sure you go through the link: thrivemarket.com/primalpotential because you'll save an additional 25% + get free shipping on your first order AND you'll get a free 30-day trial membership! Follow me on Instagram! Join 12 Weeks To Transformation!

The other night I hosted a free, live webinar to share 3 specific changes you can make TODAY to make creating change in your life easier. The reality is, we're making it too hard. Maybe we don't even realize there's an easier way, but there is. If you take the time to listen, I have no doubt you'll make faster progress and it will feel like less of a struggle or fight against yourself. https://primalpotential.com/468/ Resources: Watch the video here Join the Spring 12 weeks to transformation! Follow EB on Instagram

One of my favorite parts of my 12 week coaching groups is when I get to chat on the phone with people, talk about where they are at and collaborate on creating solutions. Last week I had a powerful conversation about how our thoughts & words are like a compass - the point us in a given direction. We can really accelerate our progress when we consider the direction in which a given thought or declaration points us. In this conversation, my client shared that she was often writing in her journal, "The day is already off to a bad start." Given that all declarations are directional and that declaration is a compass - which direction does that declaration point to? Certainly not the way she wants to go... I think you're really going to enjoy this conversation! https://primalpotential.com/467/

Ready for another Food As Medicine episode? I'm really psyched for this one because I'm VERY passionate about sulfur-rich veggies like brussels sprouts & broccoli. I have no doubt that they have transformed my health. Today we are talking about everything from skin health to metabolism, detoxification, hormones, arthritis & asthma. Plus, we'll go into how you can make these veggies super delicious if you're not usually a big veggie fan. https://primalpotential.com/466/ Resources: Register for the Making Change Easier webinar! Follow me on Instagram Food as Medicine: Coconut Food as Medicine: Turmeric Join the free Primal Potential VIP email EB's Cabbage Salad Bowl Previous episode: Carbohydrate Spillover Previous episode: Carbohydrate Tolerance Q&A 7: Cholesterol Is Not The Culprit 075: Cholesterol Myths

There is no circumstance that takes away your ever-present super power: the power of choice. No matter how much time you have, how much stress you're under, how upset you are or how inconsistent your past has been, you still hold the transformative power of choice. It's always with you. In today's episode we're talking about a major barrier to change: elevating your circumstances, diminishing yourself and convincing yourself that you are small & powerless in the face of things that happen to and around you. It's just not true. Today, we're taking your power back. Today, you'll refuse to diminish yourself and step into your power. https://primalpotential.com/465/ Resources: Work with EB this Spring! Episode 447: The Power of Convincing Shop at Thrive Market!

The other day I listened to Dan Heath share a story about college professors. It really moved me & inspired this episode. Here's a quick summary of the story he told. A group of college professors were asked what one or two things they'd want their students to remember 10 years later. Of all the things they'd teach, what was most important that they carry with them, understand or know how to do years into the future? The professors all shared their answers. Then, they were asked what percentage of their syllabus was dedicated to teaching that thing. Very little, it turned out. Not nearly enough. I thought about that question. If there was ONE SINGLE THING I could impress upon you guys with my podcast, one single skill, habit or mindset that I could guarantee you mastered and carried with you, what would it be? Today, I'm sharing that thing with you. I'm also promising to talk about & teach this thing much more regularly. Enjoy the episode! If you have questions or there are parts of it you want me to go more deeply into, make sure to leave a comment! https://primalpotential.com/464/ Resources Join the wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track! Want to give Thrive Market a try? Register through the link thrivemarket.com/primalpotential & you'll save an extra 25% + get free shipping on your first order! Follow me on Instagram The Power of Moments by Chip & Dan Heath

Just because you could lose more weight or you want to lose more weight, doesn't mean you're a failure if you aren't seeing results. We need to stop being ashamed of maintenance or plateaus. We need to see them as critical parts of the process that shouldn't be fought or rushed. One of the best ways to ensure the change you've worked hard to create is permanent is to prove your ability to maintain it. Periods of maintenance can & should happen along the path to progress. Furthermore, it's beyond okay if weight loss isn't your objective at all times. You can have other priorities while you hold the line. I am super fired up to share today's episode with you. You've got to take a listen! https://primalpotential.com/463/ Resources: Join the wait list for the Spring 2018 Fat Loss Fast Track Follow me on Instagram

My travel habits used to be a complete nightmare. I'd binge in airports, overeat on roadtrips and justify every indulgence because I was out of my normal routine. All the while, I'd make myself empty (yet well intentioned) promises about how "on point" I'd be when I returned home. I'd return home from vacations, business trips or road trips feeling exhausted, defeated and tremendously disappointed in myself. I was both physically & emotionally heavier than when I had left. Because of this habit, I feared travel. I felt like it was impossible to make progress towards my goals, impossible to avoid derailing, when I was away from home. But, I successfully transformed my travel habits & in today's episode I'm going to share with you the steps I took to create the change. https://primalpotential.com/462/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the Spring 2018 Fat Loss Fast Track! Avoiding Travel Trainwrecks Part 1 Artisana Coconut Butter Travel Packets Follow me on Instagram!

I used to fear travel. For me, based on my past experiences, travel was a time for overeating, overindulging, and making all sorts of pledges about how I'll "get serious" when I return home. I'd return exhausted, frustrated, feeling bad about my body and completely overwhelmed by all the changes I wanted to make. In the past few years, I have transformed my travel habits. Over the next two episodes I'll share how I made those changes (without restriction, deprivation or missing out) and I'll also address some of your biggest travel fears & frustrations. Thanks to everyone who shared questions and struggles for this episode! https://primalpotential.com/461/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track! Here are the products I mentioned I travel with from Thrive Market. If you give them a try, register through the URL thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you can save an extra 25% and get free shipping on your 1st order. You'll also get a free 30-day trial membership! Artisana Coconut Butter Travel Packs Phat Fudge EPIC Bars: Bison Almond Cranberry

Why is it that we hold others to higher standards than those to which we hold ourselves? Why is it unacceptable for others to break promises to us but we let ourselves off the hook for it every day? Is it not a little hypocritical to demand change from others before demanding it of ourselves? Today's episode is short and powerful. I hope you'll take a listen and then take action. https://primalpotential.com/460 Resources: Join the Wait List for the Spring 2018 Fat Loss Fast Track What is Breaking Barriers Check out Thrive Market! Curious about Butcher Box? Shop through Butcher Box Follow me on Instagram

Last week I was interviewed about the role of mindset - the way we think and make decisions - in our quest to create change. I talked about the most common mistakes I see that hold people back and some simple strategies to overcome them. Plus, I talk about my journey, my childhood and how I created massive change and improvement in my own life. When the full interview becomes available, I'll be sure to share on Instagram where you can find it. For now, this episode is a great one! https://primalpotential.com/459 Resources Join the Fat Loss Fast Track Spring 2018 wait list! Ready to change your mindset and make massive change? Enroll in Breaking Barriers - the self-guided e-course on overcoming self-limiting beliefs and getting out of your own way! What is Breaking Barriers?

I am beyond excited for this 2nd episode in the Food As Medicine series of the podcast! Today we are talking about turmeric and it's active components, curcuminoids. Curcumin has long been used to fight inflammation but it does so much more than that! We'll explore the role of turmeric in cell health, inflammation, skin health, depression, cognitive function and more! We'll differentiate between turmeric root and turmeric powder, talk about how to identify a quality supplement and I'll even share a few recipes. https://primalpotential.com/458/ Resources: Get on the wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track! Food As Medicine - Coconut Tomato & Turmeric Shot Blend 1 tsp of tomato paste with 1 cup hot water and 1/4 inch peeled turmeric root Tomato & Turmeric Root Soup Puree the following ingredients: 2 cups water 1 clove roasted garlic 1 inch peeled turmeric root 1 6 oz can tomato paste Here's the tomato paste I get from Thrive Market. If you register through the link thrivemarket.com/primalpotential you can save 25% on your first order and get free shipping and a free 30-day trial membership! Other turmeric products from Thrive Market: Golden Milk Adaptogen Blend

We've become too passive in our own lives. We go with the flow instead of stepping up to be in charge of the journey. Today's episode is a call to be warrior in your own life. It's a call to stop being a victim of your circumstances, to stop acting as if stepping into your potential is a burden or a chore - it is the purpose of your life and the path to a much more fulfilling version of yourself. Here's to becoming a warrior! https://primalpotential.com/457/ Resources: Breaking Barriers - Overcoming Emotional Eating The Emperor's Handbook - Marcus Aurelius Meditations - Marcus Aurelius 21 Day Sugar Detox Salmon Cakes Recipe Butcher Box Thrive Market Follow me on Instagram

Two completely random things inspired me this week. They reminded me of how I'm probably the least likely person on the planet to end up with a podcast about fat loss. My journey has been hard. It's been full of struggle. And yet, I'm here. "A bird doesn't sing because it has an answer, it sings because it has a song" ~ Mike Posner I hope you'll take a listen to this inspired episode about my heart, my mission and my passion. https://primalpotential.com/456/ Resources: Breaking Barriers

For the past couple weeks, I've been challenging myself to eat more raw vegetables. I wanted to see if there was an impact on my digestion and my energy levels. There has been. In today's episode I'm going to talk about the pros & cons of raw vegetables, which ones you should eat raw and which ones are best prepared cooked (from a nutritional standpoint). I'm going to share the changes I've made recently, specifically how I'm incorporating raw vegetables and what benefits I've noticed. I hope you enjoy the episode! https://primalpotential.com/455/ Resources: Cabbage Salad Bowl Register for Thrive Market via thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to save an additional 25% and get free shipping on your first order (and a free 30-day trial membership!) Phat Fudge via Thrive Market Phat Fudge via Amazon Vitamix Blender

What does meditation have to do with weight loss? Anything? I say with strong conviction: a lot! First and foremost, meditation decreases cortisol levels. Chronically elevated cortisol levels impair decision making, increase hunger, increase cravings, impair sleep and blunt insulin responsiveness. But: meditation takes time. It's hard. Most people suck at it. Those are the most common objections I hear. If you've ever had those frustrations or if you've wondered about meditation, you will want to hear this episode! https://primalpotential.com/454/ Resources: Primal Potential Episode 453: The Impact of Stress Learn more about Transcendental Meditation or find an instructor near you Guided meditation with Tara Brach Headspace Insight Timer Follow me on Instagram

Two of the biggest threats to your metabolism & overall health are chronic stress and overeating. Interestingly, chronic stress drives overeating and overeating creates additional stress. It's what's known as a "feed forward" cycle. In today's episode we're talking about how stress (physical and emotional) drives appetite and cravings while impairing your ability to make sound decisions. Most importantly, we'll be talking about dietary and lifestyle changes you can make to not only reduce the chronic stressors in your life but also improve your response to them. https://primalpotential.com/453/ Resources: The wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track is now open! Joovv Light Life Flo Magnesium Oil To give Thrive Market a try, use the URL thrivemarket.com/primalpotential to save an additional 25% on your first order, get free shipping on that initial order and get a free 30-day trial membership! Subscribe to Primal Potential Daily Bites and listen to the daily messages on your Echo or Dot!

Earlier in the week, I shared a post on Instagram that got a lot of people talking. It said: create a life you don't need to escape from. I dove deeper into this idea that you need to create a life you don't want or need to escape from on the blog, but many people requested that I go even deeper on the podcast, and that's what we're doing today! https://primalpotential.com/452/ Resources: Join the wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track Follow me on Instagram On The Blog: I Refuse...

The other night, I was sitting on the couch around 8pm and all I could think about was that I wanted some chocolate. I was actively talking myself into it, making a case for it, justifying it (successfully) and planning what I would get & where I would get it. Suddenly, I realized that just like I could talk myself into wanting chocolate, I could talk myself into not wanting it. I didn't have to rely on self-discipline or willpower, but I could simply make a case for why I didn't want it. In today's episode I'll show you exactly how I did that and how you can use this approach - willpower & self-discipline not required! https://primalpotential.com/451/ Resources: Subscribe to the Primal Potential Daily Bites Alexa Skill! Follow me on Instagram! To save on coconut products through Thrive Market, make sure you register through the URL thrivemarket.com/primalpotential - that way you'll save an additional 25% on your first order plus get free shipping and a 30-day trial membership! Thrive Market: Spectrum Organic Unrefined Coconut Oil Thrive Market: Artisana Coconut Butter Packets Thrive Market: Coconut Milk

I'm excited to kick off a new series on the podcast: Food As Medicine! Every couple of weeks I'll be featuring one food or ingredient and sharing it's medicinal benefits! This series is in no way meant to replace Western medicine but there is absolutely room for both approaches! In today's episode, we're talking about the medicinal benefits of coconut. Don't miss it! https://primalpotential.com/450/ Resources: Subscribe to the Primal Potential Daily Bites Alexa Skill! Episode 446: Bulletproof Coffee & MCTs Coconut Oil & C Diff Coconut Oil & Staph Fatty Acids As Antimicrobials Fatty Acids & Breast Milk Fatty Acids & Candida MCTs & Mastitis A Review Of MCT Mechanisms

Tough love episode coming at you! It's time to raise the bar, expect more from yourself and finally get beyond that struggle you've been working on for far too long! https://primalpotential.com/449/ Resources: Wait List for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track is now open! How to subscribe to Primal Potential Daily Bites Follow me on Instagram!

Instead of differentiating between food & drink, what if you saw them both as fuel? That glass of wine is fuel. Does your body need fuel? What happens when you give your body excess fuel? It has to be stored. In today's episode I'm taking you inside my inbox to hear a response to a listener who is differentiating between her food choices and her drinking choices. https://primalpotential.com/448/ Resources: The wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track is now open! Episode 445 - Using Values To Create Change Episode 329: A Case Against Counting Calories Episode 062: 4 reasons Calorie Counting Doesn't Work How to subscribe to Primal Potential Daily Bites Follow me on Instagram!

You can convince yourself of nearly anything. In fact, everything you believe, you've convinced yourself of through your thoughts, attention & actions. In today's episode, we're exploring how you can turn this into an unstoppable force to help you create change & crush your goals. It's a short episode you won't want to miss! https://primalpotential.com/447/ Resources: The wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track is now open! How to subscribe to Primal Potential Daily Bites Here's a link to those NUCO Coconut Wraps. I purchase them from Thrive Market because that's where I get the best prices. If you want to give Thrive Market a try, go through the URL thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you can save 25% and get free shipping on your 1st order, plus a free 30-day trial membership! Follow me on Instagram!

Does bulletproof coffee help you burn fat? Should you be drinking it? Does it matter how you make it? Should you use coconut oil or MCT oil? Does it matter? What if your butter isn't grassfed? What kind of coffee should you use? Does it matter? Is it breakfast? Can you have food with it? These are the questions we're tackling in today's episode! Don't miss it! https://primalpotential.com/446/ Resources: The wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track is now open! Below are the products I use to make my bulletproof coffee. I purchase them from Thrive Market because that's where I get the best prices. If you want to give Thrive Market a try, go through the URL thrivemarket.com/primalpotential so you can save 25% and get free shipping on your 1st order, plus a free 30-day trial membership! Use that link to create your account and then you can check out some of these items: Grass Fed Ghee from Organic Valley Spectrum Essentials Organic Unrefined Coconut Oil MCT Oil Kicking Horse Coffee Devocion Coffee Dos and Don'ts of Bulletproof Coffee Aquasana Water Filter Episode 046 on Water Filtration

One of my Fat Loss Fast Track clients shared an article that inspired me like crazy. In today's episode, I'm sharing it with you and I hope that it not only challenges you, but I hope it leads you to put in place some actions that will change your life, your opportunities and your potential. https://primalpotential.com/445/ Resources Business Insider Article Ben Franklin's Virtue Chart 441: Do You Feel Stuck? How to leave a rating & review What Is Breaking Barriers How To Leave A Rating & Review (thank you!!!)

The most dangerous excuses are true. The reason they keep winning out over your goals & intentions might be because you realize they are true so you don't fight against them. You equate "true" and "right". Just because something is true doesn't mean it's the most true thing or the only true thing. We've got to stop making assumptions & choosing the most convenient truth. When it comes to making choices & pursuing our goals, we often don't tell ourselves the whole truth. We don't even consider the whole truth. It's time to slow down, work to be less impulsive, less reactive and consider the whole picture. In today's episode we're exploring how you can start doing that today. https://primalpotential.com/444/ Resources 441: Do You Feel Stuck? How to leave a rating & review What Is Breaking Barriers How To Leave A Rating & Review (thank you!!!)

Earlier in the week I got an email asking, "Why aren't beans paleo?" It's a great question & one we're diving into in today's episode. We'll talk about macronutrients - are beans really a good source of protein? Do they have a lot of carbs? We'll talk about micronutrients - can your body actually absorb & utilize the iron & zinc you see listed on the nutrition label? We'll also talk about other components in beans and how they interact with our bodies at the cellular level. If you're a bean eater, this is a must-hear episode! https://primalpotential.com/443/ Resources Dr. Loren Cordain on beans How to leave a rating & review What Is Breaking Barriers How To Leave A Rating & Review (thank you!!!)

Our lives are busy. We all have a lot going on. And, unfortunately, that often means we aren't achieving our most important goals. When we aren't intentional about the highest priorities in our lives, we can easily become victims of our circumstances, feeling that there isn't enough time or energy to do what we should be doing. That needs to change. That can change. Creating change doesn't require that your life be stress free and your days be wide open. It just requires that we not let the things that matter most be at the mercy of the things that matter least. If something has disproportionate importance, it needs disproportionate priority. In today's episode we're talking about how to make this philosophy a reality that is reflected in your choices & your actions and we're talking about the ideas in the book The ONE Thing by Gary Keller & Jay Papasan. https://primalpotential.com/442/ Resources The ONE Thing by Gary Keller & Jay Papasan 441: Do You Feel Stuck? How to leave a rating & review What Is Breaking Barriers How To Leave A Rating & Review (thank you!!!)

At times, we all feel stuck. Or unhappy. Or both. In today's episode I'm talking about the danger of participating in our own problems instead of participating in the solutions. When we complain, blame, rehash the past, gossip, explain & justify, we are participating in the problem, not the solution. When we participate in the problem, our energy, attention, time & effort are going to proving that we are right and that our struggle is real instead of going towards getting it right, regardless of the details. This is, without a doubt, one of my favorite episodes of the podcast so far. You've got to hear this one! https://primalpotential.com/441/ Resources Episode 116: 5 Meals Under $1.99 Episode 066: Healthy Eating On A Budget Give Thrive Market a try to get past the problem of access to affordable, healthy food! If you go through the URL thrivemarket.com/primalpotential you can save an additional 25% of your first order with free shipping & a free 30-day trial membership! How to leave a rating & review What Is Breaking Barriers How To Leave A Rating & Review (thank you!!!)

I know how frustrating & confusing it can be to hear conflicting information about what you should eat and why. Lots of people feeling stuck & paralyzed by indecision because they don't know who or what to believe. In today's episode I want to help you clear through the confusion and find your best approach to health, fat loss, energy, longevity and your best, healthiest life. I've tackled this topic on a few other podcasts which are linked below under "Resources". I hope you enjoy the episode! Share it with a friend who is confused about nutrition! https://primalpotential.com/440/ Resources 353: The Coconut Oil Controversy 371: What The Health 389: Primal Vs Keto 21 Day Sugar Detox Salmon Cake Recipe Want to give Thrive Market a try? Head to thrivemarket.com/primalpotential and you'll save an additional 25% on your first order plus you'll score free shipping and a free 30-day trial membership! My go-tos over there are: Primal Kitchen Chipotle Lime Mayo Wild Caught Canned Salmon Organic Walnuts Nuco Coconut Wraps How to leave a rating & review What Is Breaking Barriers How To Leave A Rating & Review (thank you!!!)

For most people, eating out is a struggle when they're trying to lose weight. Maybe you feel like your options are limited or if you make a "healthy" choice, you're making a sacrifice and won't enjoy it. Sure, we all know that we could get a salad or a burger without the bun and if that's the extent of the options we think we have, of course we feel limited! There are so many other creative ways to enjoy eating out, love your food and feel great after you eat it! Today's episode is a short one but hopefully it will give you some great new ideas for the next time you eat out! https://primalpotential.com/439/ Resources 091: Eating Out For Weight Loss How to leave a rating & review What Is Breaking Barriers How To Leave A Rating & Review (thank you!!!)

We are so used to overthinking, overconsuming, overanalyzing and coming up with long term strategic plans that we've forgotten how to simplify. I had a listener email me recently saying that she wants to stop dieting. She wants to get healthy. She doesn't want to over-restrict or count anything, she just wants to eat more real food and less processed foods. Then she said, "I have no idea where to start". That is evidence of how far we've strayed from simplicity. Where she starts is, quite simply: how can I execute that today? What can I do today to eat more whole foods? What can I do today to eat fewer processed foods? But simplicity is not just about food. We've lost simplicity in our belongings. In our thoughts. In our actions. And today, we begin to get it back. Don't miss this episode! https://primalpotential.com/438/ Resources Episode 410: More Simple, More Results Episode 397: Bright Lines & Setting Standards If you're ready to give Thrive Market a try, register through thrivemarket.com/primalpotential for some added perks like: An extra 25% off your first order (and free shipping!) A free 30-day trial membership to their site so you can make sure you love their stuff and save enough to cover (and ideally exceed) the cost of the monthly membership Here's the salt lamp I talked about on the show! How to leave a rating & review What Is Breaking Barriers How To Leave A Rating & Review (thank you!!!)

One of you lovely listeners emailed me the other day to request that I do more of my "Inside EB's inbox" episodes where I share my responses to some recent emails! That's what we're doing today! We're covering a ton of topics from breakfast meal ideas & recipes to what to do when you don't trust yourself and differentiating between needs of the mind (stress relief) and needs of the body (fuel). So much good stuff in today's episode! https://primalpotential.com/437/ Resources Breakfast Resources: Fat Loss Food Guide Breakfast Recipe List Q&A 6 How To Make Breakfast A Fat Burning Meal 290: Fat Loss Breakfast 115: Breakfast Recipes & Questions How to leave a rating & review What Is Breaking Barriers How To Leave A Rating & Review (thank you!!!)