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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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Back To The Nest is a monthly podcast where Leah Kern sits down with a loved one to swap “acorns”—little tips and insights we’re currently leaning into. Acorns can be trivial things, like a fun new way to store earrings or a brand of clear lip gloss that tastes like vanilla and isn’t too sticky. But they can also be deeper nuggets of wisdom—lessons from therapy, profound lyrics, or a tip to calm existential anxiety. Acorns are the things we gather along the way, and Back To The Nest is the p ...
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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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In this episode, we're covering 6 lessons I learned on the Appalachian Trail that can be applied to Intuitive Eating. Mentioned in the episode: Social Determinants of Health & Intuitive Eating blog post 📚Download your free Intuitive Eating Starter Pack More from Leah: 📚Download your free Intuitive Eating Starter Pack Apply to The Embodied Method, m…
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In this episode, we revisit the topic of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic. You’ll hear from 7 guests: therapists, dietitians, former clients, and people who’ve personally used GLP-1s Each person shares how they’re navigating intuitive eating and body acceptance in a culture obsessed with weight loss. This episode features several guests who have alre…
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In this episode, we’re reclaiming nutrition facts from the clutches of food rules and fear. You’ll learn how to approach a nutrition label without spiraling into judgment or rigid thinking—and how these labels can actually support you in honoring your body’s needs. We cover: Why serving sizes are often arbitrary (and not worth stressing over) How t…
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Join Leah and one of her childhood best friends, Maddie, as they exchange acorns 🐿️ More From Maddie: Follow Maddie on Instagram for art Email Maddie about a custom piece: [email protected] More From Leah Subscribe to my personal Substack Listen to my other podcast, Shoulders Down Email me: [email protected]
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In this episode, Abbie Attwood, a non-diet, weight-inclusive provider, joins us to talk about: How struggling with anxiety led her into disordered eating The role of being a competitive runner Social justice as a motivating force for recovery Why self-compassion won't make you "lazy" The messiness of being human Mentioned in the Episode: 📚Download …
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Tune in to hear 7 of my unpopular takes as an intuitive eating dietitian. Resources mentioned: How IE impacts metabolism and digestion You're not wrong for desiring intentional weight loss Rachel Hartley Episode on Gentle Nutrition More From Leah: Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching program Join my self-paced course, The Return Subscribe …
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In this episode we’ll explore whether you’re ACTUALLY giving yourself permission, or if you’re still mentally restricting... We’ll cover: mental restriction versus physical restriction How this manifests (client stories, personal stories, Alex o) Sneaky ways mental restriction can show up How to move past mental restriction More From Leah: Apply to…
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In this episode, we unpack why seasonal wardrobe changes can trigger body shame, how to navigate the grief that comes with body changes, and tools to meet yourself with more compassion (and way less spiraling). More specifically, we’ll explore: Why the seasonal wardrobe switch can trigger body image distress A 6-step framework to navigate clothing …
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In this episode, I'm joined by eating disorder dietitian, podcaster, speaker, and writer, Julie Dillon. Julie's food and body story The origin of "finding your food voice" The 3 universal qualities of a food voice "Dear Food" letters and the value of personifying food Why weight loss won't "cure" PCOS Evidenced-based treatments for PCOS Resources M…
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Welcome to Back To The Nest! In this episode, Leah is sharing the piece that inspired this podcast and what you can expect from this show. For additional content and to make sure you never miss an episode, head to leahkern.substack.com and subscribe. To learn more about Leah's Intuitive Eating work visit https://leahkernrd.com/ or checkout Shoulder…
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Welcome to Back to the Nest. I'm your host, Leah Kern, and this is a monthly podcast where I sit down with a loved one to swap “acorns”— the little bits and tips we’re currently leaning into. Acorns can be trivial things, like a fun new way to store earrings or a brand of clear lip gloss that tastes like vanilla and isn’t too sticky. But they can a…
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In this episode I’m covering:: 12 reflections from 12 months off Instagram How leaving IG relates to intuitive eating work The many similarities between social media and diet culture Resources Mentioned: Why I’m leaving Instagram Are The Intuitive Eating Dietitians Alright? My Episode on Off The Grid More From Leah: Download your free Intuitive Eat…
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In this solo episode, I reflect on 10 lessons I've learned in my 10 years as an intuitive eater. Resources Mentioned: Finding Pleasure in Movement with Hannah Husband: https://leahkernrd.com/finding-pleasure-in-movement-with-hannah-husband/ Trader Joes Meal Ideas: https://leahkernrd.com/quick-trader-joes-meal-ideas-from-an-intuitive-eating-dietitan…
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In this episode, I cover: What is cholesterol What is HDL, what is LDL, why is one often considered good and one bad How much does dietary cholesterol impct blood cholesterol levels What are the components that contribute to cholesterol levels Weight neutral, non-diet approaches to managingcholesterol Is your cholesterol your fault? Resources menti…
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In this solo episode, I cover . Why body trust matters A story about my cats that related to body trust How diet culture messes with body trust 5 ways to rebuild body trust More From Leah: Download your free Intuitive Eating Starter Pack Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching program Join my self-paced course, The Return Subscribe to Leah's …
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In this solo episode, Leah asks the question: If intuitive eating is about healing your relationship with food so your whole life doesn't have to be about food, what does it mean if you then go and make your whole life about food... She explores: How she came to ask this question Reflection on her personal evolution as a dietitian and (former) cont…
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In this episode, I'm joined by feminist writer, podcaster & producer, Amelia Hruby. Together we discuss: Amelia’s unconventional way into the anti-diet world the ways in which pursuing a philosophy PhD added to the “soup” of Amelia’s break up with diet culture How taking selfies helped Amelia heal her relationship with her body The reason why Ameli…
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In this episode, Leah covers: Why this “all-in” approach is doomed to fail (and why it’s not your fault!) Reminder about what constitutes a diet Some reflections questions as you think about setting food/ body/ health related goals for 2025 the research on the sustainability of diets A powerful client story Resources Mentioned: To view the research…
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In the intuitive eating space, we often hear that weight loss isn’t the goal—and in many ways, that’s true. But there’s a nuance here that’s sometimes overlooked. It’s easy for the message to come across as judgment toward those who do desire intentional weight loss, and that’s not what I believe we should be doing. In this episode, we talk about: …
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In this episode, we dive deep into the uncomfortable aftermath of a binge. If you’ve ever found yourself feeling regretful or sick from overeating, you're not alone. We cover: 5 things NOT to do after a binge and what to do instead Why shaming yourself harms you physiologically How to treat yourself with self-compassion and curiosity Gentle tools t…
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In this episode, we cover: My story with navigating the holiday season before and after becoming an intuitive eater and healing my body image Common hurdles to navigating the holidays as an intuitive eater Specific tips for handling loved-ones still entrenched in diet culture How to avoid eating past comfortable fullness at the big holiday meal(s) …
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In this solo episode, Leah answers the question: Can you eat intuitively and lose weight? She covers: Set-Point Weight Theory How to know what will happen to your weight when you start intuitive eating The difference between intentional and unintentional weight loss What to do if you don’t like your set point weight Resources Mentioned: To view the…
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In this week’s episode, I’m joined by weight-inclusive, anti-diet, board certified endocronolgist, Dr. Gregory Dodell. Together, we discuss: Greg's story going from a weight-normative medicine approach to weight-inclusive The many factors that impact blood sugar control Why pursuing intentional weight loss is not the answer to controlling blood sug…
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Send us a text I'm in a whirlwind of change, peeps. After an exhausting journey juggling content creation, business management, and an overwhelming move from Phoenix to Southern California, I decided to take a step back to reevaluate my priorities. In this episode, I open up about the emotional and physical toll of these transitions and the liberat…
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In this episode, we talk about why overeating happens when you're off your typical routine such as when traveling. Then I give you my top tip to stop overeating in these situations. Plus, I share about my personal story with eating past comfortable fullness when traveling, at special events, celebratory meals, babysitting, and hosting. The Overcomi…
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Send us a text What if the secret to a better self-image isn't in the mirror but in being kind to yourself? Registered dietitian Julie Duffy Dillon joins me in untangling the messy world of body image and food. As the host of "Find Your Food Voice," Julie helps people ditch diet culture and society's unrealistic expectations. We dive deep into body…
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In this episode, I talk to financial therapist, Rachel Duncan. We chat about: How the binge/ restrict cycle manifests with both money and food The elements of shame and secrecy when it comes to food and money stuff Social media’s impact on promoting disordered eating and compulsive spending The very human needs underneath the desire to diet and the…
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In this week’s episode, I’m joined by psychotherapist Erika Bent. Erika is the founder of Cypress Wellness Collective, a group practice that specializes in mental health and eating disorder recovery in the San Francisco Bay Area. She is also a certified eating disorder consultant and supervisor with the International Association of Eating Disorder …
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Send us a text We all know how hard change and loss can be. 😞 The emotions are overwhelming, and things feel out of control, so we do many things to feel in control. Plot twist: controlling things is usually not helpful because we don’t just need to “feel” in control. We need to acknowledge what we’ve lost and mourn. In this episode, we’ll peel bac…
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In this episode Leah talks about what a dopamine menu is, how it relates to Intuitive Eating, and she shares some of the items on her personal dopamine menu. Plus, she discusses the benefits of intentionally infusing pleasure into your life. More From Leah: Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching program Join my self-paced course, The Return …
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On this episode, Leah sits down with Kelly, a former client who shares her story from disordered eating and body shame to intuitive eating and body peace. Resources Mentioned: My story episode (where I talk about my rock bottom ice cream frostbite moment) ✨Use Code EARLYBIRD to get $100 off your enrollment in our fall 2024 live cohort of my signatu…
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Send us a text Did you get the instruction manual for menopause? 📕 ME NEITHER! I’ve got a great episode wit some direction and clarity to guide you through. Today on the pod, I have Dr. Leigh Lewis, a certified menopause practitioner credentialed through the North American Menopause Society and a naturopath. We discuss what perimenopause and menopa…
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In this episode, Leah shares 3 mindset shifts (plus 1 epic bonus mindset shift, so really, 4) to reimagine how you relate to nutrition. 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.rd Vi…
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In this episode, Leah goes through 7 sneaky signs that you might be struggling with disordered eating. 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.rd Visit my website to learn more about my coaching of…
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Send us a text Are you tired of focusing on your weight or body size? 😩 Well, Hannah Husband and the Body Liberation Playground are here to help! Today on the pod, Hannah shares their relationship with exercise. Like most of us, it began as their desire to change and control their body. Over time, it shifted to their desire to liberate it and feel …
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In this episode, Leah goes through 5 reasons why your weight does not determine your health. Resources mentioned: Grab your free anti-diet resource list Grab your free anti-diet research PDF 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 i…
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On this episode, Leah sits down with a former 1:1 client who shares her story from disordered eating and body shame to intuitive eating and body peace. She talks about: Befriending her body The connection to intuitive eating work and nature The unexpected outcomes of doing body image and intuitive eating work More from Leah: Get on the waitlist for…
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Send us a text Fertility health is an area rife with nutrition misinformation and opportunistic influencers. 💸💸💸 I have registered dietitian Rachelle Mallik on the pod, and she is here to share her vast knowledge of nutrition and reproductive health! Rachelle’s experience while pregnant left her wishing there was more support and information on nut…
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In this solo episode, Leah gives you the rundown of the 10 principles of Intuitive Eating in 10 minutes. Resources Mentioned: Elyse Resch on Shoulders Down More from Leah: Join the Waitlist for the fall 2024 Live Cohort of The Return Apply to The Embodied Method, my 1:1 coaching program Join my self-paced course, The Return Subscribe to my personal…
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In this episode, Leah breaks down why it can feel so hard to stop eating when you feel full. Plus, she gives tools and tips for navigating these barriers to honoring fullness. Resources Mentioned: Food Insecurity and Intuitive Eating on a Budget Download your free Hunger/ Fullness Scale How Intuitive Eating Impacts Metabolism and Digestion More fro…
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Send us a text 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 al…
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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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Send us a text 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 entrepreneur…
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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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Send us a text 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 comm…
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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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