Food Freedom Society Podcast

Let’s get honest—the way you talk to yourself about food might be the very thing keeping you stuck. In this tough-love-but-still-loving episode, Kelly breaks down three common stories you might be telling yourself that are blocking your progress. Time to flip the script.What to Listen For: Why saying "my diet worked once" is a dangerous mythHow that "restart" phrase makes your bingeing worseThe mental trap behind "I’ll start over tomorrow"The toxic cycle of trying to bully yourself into healthy eatingWhy self-criticism doesn't motivate long-term behavior changeWhat happens when your self-talk becomes your realityWhat can you expect from this podcast & future episodes?Bite-size episodes that are binge-able (no pun intended)!Tips to help you stop binging & overeatingA friendly face, hint of sarcasm & touch of tough love to help you be normal around food.Follow me for daily tips on Instagram! @kellylwellnessAre you ready to stop overeating and finally be in control around food? Watch my FREE training How to Stop Binge Eating (Without Cutting Out Your Favorite Foods) to learn how it’s possible! Connect with Kelly here: IG: @kellylyonscoaching kellylyonscoaching.com

Today we are honored to have  mindset coach and motivational speaker Brad Bizjack on the podcast - and we are diving deep into all the obstacles that keep us 'stuck' where we currently are (even though we know the goals we want to achieve). Brad and I are talking about real reasons you haven't hit your goals - from subconscious beliefs, toxic positivity, and why our emotional thermostat always brings us back to our 'normal.' Brad has worked with over 75,000 people worldwide, and today, he’s here to help us unpack why we stay stuck in the same cycles — even when we “know what to do.”We’re diving into:The subconscious beliefs that sabotage our health, mindset, and relationshipsThe 3-part "combination lock" that unlocks true successThe perfectionism-anxiety-binge cycle and how to finally break itHow to easily reframe self-sabotage so it stops taking overTactical tools you can use today to shift your emotional state and take empowered actionIf you’ve ever said, “I know what to do… I just can’t seem to do it,” — this is your episode.🎁 Join Brad’s Free 5-Day Success Accelerator Challenge This is not just feel-good mindset fluff. Brad walks you step-by-step through identifying your real goals, breaking through limiting beliefs, rewiring your subconscious identity, and elevating your emotional state, so you can finally move forward in your life and healing.This 5 Day Challenge is done ONCE a year and begins on Monday, October 20th,  so don't miss it! Register for FREE here! 👉 Register for the FREE 5-Day Success Accelerator Challenge HERE!  Connect with Kelly here: IG: @kellylyonscoaching kellylyonscoaching.com

Ever find yourself sitting on the couch Sunday night, bloated, guilty, and vowing to "start fresh" on Monday? You're not alone—and this episode is your game-changer. Kelly breaks down 3 essential tips to finally stop weekend binge eating and feel good in your body all week long.What to Listen For: Why weekend overeating feels impossible to stopHow the "Monday restart" keeps you stuck in the binge cycleWhat to do instead of planning your next diet on Sunday nightThe pressure-cooker effect of weekday restrictionA new mantra to rewire your weekend food mindsetWhat can you expect from this podcast & future episodes?Bite-size episodes that are binge-able (no pun intended)!Tips to help you stop binging & overeatingA friendly face, hint of sarcasm & touch of tough love to help you be normal around food.Follow me for daily tips on Instagram! @kellylwellnessAre you ready to stop overeating and finally be in control around food? Watch my FREE training How to Stop Binge Eating (Without Cutting Out Your Favorite Foods) to learn how it’s possible! Connect with Kelly here: IG: @kellylyonscoaching kellylyonscoaching.com

Let me guess—you catch a glimpse of someone else’s "perfect" life on Instagram and suddenly feel like you’re doing everything wrong. Been there. This episode dives into why we compare, how it messes with our mental health, and the two-part strategy to stop letting it control your life.What to Listen For: How comparison actually rewires your brain against youThe hidden link between summer and body image spiralsWhat happens when you constantly feel "not good enough"Why awareness is the first step to freedom from comparisonThe mindset shift that ended Kelly's comparison trap for goodThree powerful questions to ask when comparison creeps inWhat can you expect from this podcast & future episodes?Bite-size episodes that are binge-able (no pun intended)!Tips to help you stop binging & overeatingA friendly face, hint of sarcasm & touch of tough love to help you be normal around food.Follow me for daily tips on Instagram! @kellylwellnessAre you ready to stop overeating and finally be in control around food? Watch my FREE training How to Stop Binge Eating (Without Cutting Out Your Favorite Foods) to learn how it’s possible! Connect with Kelly here: IG: @kellylyonscoaching kellylyonscoaching.com

Raise your hand if you’ve ever spiraled trying to perfectly track your macros or stressed about getting enough protein in your breakfast. 🙋‍♀️ Yeah, me too. But here’s the thing: protein is important, but not at the expense of your sanity (or your carbs). In this episode, I’m back with the amazing Holly Perkins to talk about why protein myths are keeping you stuck and what the science really says about how much you need. What to Listen For:The biggest protein myths circulating on social media and the truth behind them.How obsessing over protein can actually backfireThe ISSN-backed range of how much protein women actually need.When you actually do need the higher end of protein intake (hint: not as often as you think).Why carbs are not the enemy—and how pairing them with protein regulates blood sugar.The connection between overeating, food obsession, and strict dieting rules.Why strength training is a non-negotiable for women (and how carbs + protein fuel it best).Important Links: Register for Holly's FREE Muscle Mastery Training on September 18th by clicking HERE! What can you expect from this podcast & future episodes?Bite-size episodes that are binge-able (no pun intended)!Tips to help you stop binging & overeatingA friendly face, hint of sarcasm & touch of tough love to help you be normal around food.Follow me for daily tips on Instagram! @kellylyonscoachingAre you ready to stop overeating and finally be in control around food? Watch my FREE training How to Stop Binge Eating (Without Cutting Out Your Favorite Foods) to learn how it’s possible! Connect with Kelly here: IG: @kellylyonscoaching kellylyonscoaching.com

I have the honor of welcoming back Dr. Stephanie Lopez, former NASA psychologist to the Food Freedom Society Podcast. We are unpacking the emotional root causes of binge eating, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and control. If you’ve ever felt like you're spiraling from “just one cookie,” or that you constantly need to have everything figured out, this episode will speak directly to your soul.Dr. Steph shares how trying to control everything in life (including food) is often a protective mechanism rooted in anxiety, fear, and insecurity. We are exploring how intrusive thoughts, mom guilt and the all or nothing mentality show up in our daily life - and talk about how to break free. 🔑 What You’ll Learn:The hidden payoffs of self-sabotage (yes, they exist!)Why perfectionism and people-pleasing are just masks for deeper fearsThe emotional roots of control and how to start releasing itThe three core insecurities that fuel all-or-nothing thinkingWhat can you expect from this podcast & future episodes?Bite-size episodes that are binge-able (no pun intended)!Tips to help you stop binging & overeatingA friendly face, hint of sarcasm & touch of tough love to help you be normal around food.Follow me for daily tips on Instagram! @kellylyonscoachingAre you ready to stop overeating and finally be in control around food? Watch my FREE training How to Stop Binge Eating (Without Cutting Out Your Favorite Foods) to learn how it’s possible! Connect with Kelly here: IG: @kellylyonscoaching kellylyonscoaching.com

If you watched The Biggest Loser religiously back in the day (hello, same), you might remember the dramatic weight drops and emotional finales. But a new Netflix documentary just exposed the dangerous truth behind the show, and I'm here to break it down and taco' bout it! What to Listen For:What made The Biggest Loser such a cultural phenomenon (and why it was so dangerous)What metabolic adaptation is and how it set contestants up to regain the weightWhy so many former viewers (myself included) binge-ate while watching the showThe emotional damage from "temptation challenges" and shame-based weight loss tacticsWhat can you expect from this podcast & future episodes?Bite-size episodes that are binge-able (no pun intended)!Tips to help you stop binging & overeatingA friendly face, hint of sarcasm & touch of tough love to help you be normal around food.Follow me for daily tips on Instagram! @kellylyonscoachingAre you ready to stop overeating and finally be in control around food? Watch my FREE training How to Stop Binge Eating (Without Cutting Out Your Favorite Foods) to learn how it’s possible! Connect with Kelly here: IG: @kellylyonscoaching kellylyonscoaching.com

If the idea of working out makes you roll your eyes and make up every excuse in the book, this one's for you. Kelly is breaking down the pressure-filled, all-or-nothing approach to exercise and giving you real talk and smart strategies that will help you move your body in ways that actually make you feel good (no bootcamp required).What to Listen For:How to find a type of movement that feels funThe truth behind trendy Instagram fitness fadsTips for identifying the best time of day for YOU to work outThe #1 way to stop quitting your workout routineKelly's step-by-step strategy to set yourself up for successThe sneaky mindset trick to get out of bed and exerciseWhat can you expect from this podcast & future episodes?Bite-size episodes that are binge-able (no pun intended)!Tips to help you stop binging & overeatingA friendly face, hint of sarcasm & touch of tough love to help you be normal around food.Follow me for daily tips on Instagram! @kellylwellnessAre you ready to stop overeating and finally be in control around food? Watch my FREE training How to Stop Binge Eating (Without Cutting Out Your Favorite Foods) to learn how it’s possible! Connect with Kelly here: IG: @kellylyonscoaching kellylyonscoaching.com

Think you're the only one who caves into nighttime snacks because your partner brings out the chips? Spoiler: you're not. In this real-talk episode, I’m sharing why this happens, how to navigate those tricky late-night moments, and how to take your power back—even when your partner has a second helping.What to Listen For:How to have supportive conversations with your partner (without starting a fight)The biggest mindset trap that causes us to give in to late-night cravingsHow food becomes a form of connection (and what to do about it)Sneaky ways to change your environment and reduce nighttime food triggersOne question that helps you avoid mindless snacking instantlyHow to say "yes" to connection without saying "yes" to bingeingLate-night snacking doesn’t have to run the show. With the right mindset, open communication, and a few tweaks to your environment, you can stay in control around food—even when your partner is eating. What can you expect from this podcast & future episodes?Bite-size episodes that are binge-able (no pun intended)!Tips to help you stop binging & overeatingA friendly face, hint of sarcasm & touch of tough love to help you be normal around food.Follow me for daily tips on Instagram! @kellylyonscoachingConnect with Kelly here: IG: @kellylyonscoaching kellylyonscoaching.com

Let’s talk boredom eating — because if you’ve ever wandered into the kitchen just to avoid your own thoughts, this one’s for you. Today, I’m giving you real talk on why boredom isn’t the enemy and how your eating habits might be trying to tell you something more.What to Listen For:How compulsive eating is tied to productivity guiltThe difference between being bored vs. emotionally triggeredWhat Dr. Becky teaches about boredom (and why it applies to you, too)A mindset shift that makes rest feel safe instead of shamefulHow hustle culture trains us to fear downtimeThe #1 thing you must do to get comfortable with restWhat can you expect from this podcast & future episodes?Bite-size episodes that are binge-able (no pun intended)!Tips to help you stop binging & overeatingA friendly face, hint of sarcasm & touch of tough love to help you be normal around food.Follow me for daily tips on Instagram! @kellylyonscoachingAre you ready to stop overeating and finally be in control around food? Watch my FREE training How to Stop Binge Eating (Without Cutting Out Your Favorite Foods) to learn how it’s possible! Connect with Kelly here: IG: @kellylyonscoaching kellylyonscoaching.com