Episodes
In this episode of Embracing the Gray, hosts Vic and Kels delve into the complexities of late-night eating habits. Exploring five distinct triggers, both internal and external, they invite listeners to embrace curiosity and discover moments of pause in their daily routines. Tune in for insights and strategies to navigate nighttime cravings with mindfulness and understanding.   BREAK FREE RESOURCES Click here to book a FREE Breakthrough Call with Kels Click here to get the Journal Prompts + 30...
Published 02/20/24
Published 02/20/24
In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels share one of the habits that completely changed their relationship with food, and that's Food Journaling. Discover their all-time favorite app when it comes to helping become more self-aware of not only WHAT you are eating, but even more importantly, HOW & WHY you're eating.  FIND FOOD FREEDOM CHALLENGE!!! (January 21st- 25th)www.rediscoveryoufree.com/challenge ATE APP TRIAL:https://youate.com/ BREAK FREE RESOURCES Click here to book...
Published 01/21/24
In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels reflect on 2023 - their goals, accomplishments, setbacks, and areas of improvement. Join them as they guide you through their approach to gearing up for the upcoming year, offering a refreshing, exciting, and practical perspective!    2024 Vision Board Party- January 7th!   FOOD FREEDOM RESOURCES: Click here to book a FREE Breakthrough Call with Kels Click here to get the Journal Prompts + 30 Self-Love Affirmations  FREE GUIDE- How To...
Published 12/26/23
In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels delve into six transformative keystone habits that have significantly impacted their lives. They talk through each habit, and explore strategies to make them easy, obvious, and convenient. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion and remember...there's no need to wait for January 1 start any of these habits!    BREAK FREE RESOURCES Click here to book a FREE Breakthrough Call with Kels Click here to get the Journal Prompts + 30...
Published 12/12/23
In this episode of Embracing the Gray, hosts Vic and Kels engage in an eye-opening conversation with Carrie B., a participant in the Rediscover You Free Program. Carrie opens up about her experience at the gym, recounting a troubling encounter with a personal trainer who, without inquiring about her health goals and aspirations, handed her a 'low fat, fat-burning' meal plan. The discussion takes a poignant turn as Carrie vulnerably shares her thoughts on whether the trainer's approach would...
Published 11/28/23
In this episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels provide valuable strategies for navigating the holiday season when discussions about food, diet, and body image arise. They emphasize the art of responsive communication rather than reactive responses, drawing from the fight, flight, or freeze framework. Tune in to discover the various ways you can respond to challenging comments.   Take proactive steps by: 1. Turning to a supportive community or an individual who can empathize with your...
Published 11/08/23
In this episode, Vic and Kels chat with Abby P who candidly shared her story of working through chronic illness and finding her version of health. She shares how her version of health has shifted over the years, how she dealt with symptoms day to day, and how her relationship with food has been challenged when working through chronic illness. They discuss chronic illness, SIBO, orthorexia, Abby's amazing habit tracker, mindset shifts, and how even the smallest actions are better than the...
Published 10/11/23
In today's episode, Vic and Kels meet with Queen of Small Things, Jenni Northen, to hear her inspiring story as a healthcare professional who overcame immense challenges, and shifted from feeling buried in survival mode to finding the light and living joyfully. She candidly shares her struggle with sadness, work exhaustion, and fears of judgement based on the size of her body. Discover how she reclaimed her life, consistently prioritizing self-care through SIMPLE acts like daily walks,...
Published 09/26/23
Tune into this episode with your hosts Vic and Kels as they discuss navigating relationships, both within ourselves and with others. Through personal anecdotes, they shed light on the phases when self-improvement takes center stage and those moments when nurturing relationships becomes paramount.    Check out our shared Google Doc featuring our Fav + Mentioned Quotes!   BOOKS WE LOVE Anti-Diet, Christy Harrison First Things First by Stephen Covey Atomic Habits by James...
Published 09/05/23
In today's episode, Vic and Kels pick up right where they left off with Bekah discussing her journey, goals, and undeniable effort to stay present in her day to day all while never missing a beat when it comes to creating beautiful new life experiences.  We also discuss Bekah's "aha moment" when it comes to her understanding of food and body weight. As we peel back the layers, we engage in an insightful conversation about the empowering realization that numbers are mere data, subject to the...
Published 08/29/23
In this episode, Vic and Kels interview their first ever guest, miss Bekah! Bekah vulnerably shares her journey, delving into her resilience, personal growth, and transformation through the Rediscover You Free program. She candidly shares how she's has continually confronted challenges head-on and redefined her perspective on failure. Moreover, Bekah's story shines a light on her dedication to nurturing a healthier relationship with both food and her body. She emphasizes that her commitments...
Published 08/22/23
If you've ever had a rough or an emotional week (or maybe it's just that time of the month) where it feels like everything is going wrong and you can't do anything "right", this episode is for you.Join Vic and Kels in today's episode as they talk about Vic's recent emotional struggle during her period and some of the tools and mindset shifts she tapped into in order to feel better.  BREAK FREE RESOURCES Click here to book a FREE Breakthrough Call with Kels Click here to get the Journal...
Published 08/15/23
Join hosts Vic and Kels in today's episode as they talk about their own personal journeys with food from overly restrictive and obsessive macro/ calorie counting, to full on Intuitive Eating, to now meeting somewhere in the middle. Listen in as they grapple with idea of tracking and measuring food without slipping into old unhealthy mindsets and behaviors.  LIVE WORKSHOP- How To Bring Back Your Hunger & Fullness Cues Check out our shared Google Doc featuring our Fav + Mentioned...
Published 08/08/23
Join hosts Vic and Kels in today's episode as they talk about how they came up with the name for their show. Unraveling the essence of "Embracing the Gray," they dive into the framework that underpins a lot of their discussions. Not only that, but they also share practical tips on how to integrate this mindset into your own life! Tune in and embrace the beauty of life's nuances as we learn, grow, and flourish together.   Check out our shared Google Doc featuring our Fav + Mentioned...
Published 08/01/23
Tune in today on July 1st as Vic and Kels reflect on the past six months and set new goals for the rest of 2023. They will also delve into the concept of the "gap and the gain" and share how they're using this framework to drive their progress forward. Don't miss out on their valuable insights and learn how you can apply these principles to your own journey! Check out our shared Google Doc featuring our Fav + Mentioned Quotes!   RETREATGet more info here! BOOKS WE LOVE Anti-Diet, Christy...
Published 07/01/23
Join Vic and Kels as they engage in a candid discussion about weight stigma and the internalized biases surrounding body weight. Together, they openly share their personal experiences and navigate the complexities of this subject, aiming to foster empathy and understanding for their listeners.   RETREATGet more info here! BOOKS WE LOVE Anti-Diet, Christy Harrison First Things First by Stephen Covey Atomic Habits by James Clear Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch    BREAK FREE...
Published 06/28/23
Join Vic and Kels in this captivating episode of Embracing the Gray as they delve into the powerful insights from "The Day that Turns Your Life Around" by Jim Rohn. Together, they discuss personal turning points that have shaped their lives, emphasizing the significance of simplicity and the power of focusing on ONE THING to initiate transformative change. Don't miss this enlightening conversation! RETREATGet more info here! BOOKS WE LOVEFirst Things First by Stephen Covey Atomic Habits by...
Published 05/30/23
In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels talk all about how to make meal prep super easy and simple so you can feel organized and prepared to nourish your body no matter what season of life you are in.  RETREATGet more info here! BOOKS WE LOVEFirst Things First by Stephen Covey Atomic Habits by James Clear Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch    BREAK FREE RESOURCES Click here to book a FREE Strategy Session with Kels Click here to get the Journal Prompts + 30...
Published 05/11/23
In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels talk about the Mirror Principle. Kels shares a bit of a personal moment that recently happened  where her own self-defeating narratives created unnecessary drama for her and her new partner in hopes that you can relate it to some of your own narratives and prevent similar experiences in your life.  WANT TO JOIN OUR RETREAT? DM Kelsey on IG @rediscover.you.free Or email [email protected] QUOTES One implication of the mirror...
Published 04/04/23
In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels talk about the desire to go back on a diet. Oftentimes when we are on our healing journey, it can be uncomfortable to not go back to old habits or behavior patterns of wanting to measure our progress by the scale. It can be difficult to not want the quick hit of weight loss. This is why it is so important to remember that weight loss is not a behavior, and that quick or drastic weight loss is often unsustainable and can set us up for long...
Published 03/22/23
In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels talk about Victoria's weight loss journey and all that went on behind the scenes of your physical transformation. You'll learn:-When her journey actually started -The dark side of complimenting weight loss-The secret to feeling confident and not giving any "flying F's" as to what people think about your body-Tips for you on your health and weight loss journey   BOOKS WE LOVEFirst Things First by Stephen Covey Atomic Habits by James...
Published 03/07/23
In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels talk about the secret to being confident and how to build trust with yourself.    BOOKS WE LOVEFirst Things First by Stephen Covey Atomic Habits by James Clear Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch    BREAK FREE RESOURCES Click here to book a FREE Strategy Session with Kels Click here to get the Journal Prompts + 30 Self-Love Affirmations    STAY CONNECTED WITH US! Rediscover You- Healthy, Fit, & Free Facebook...
Published 02/22/23
In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels conduct a "Life Audit" and reflect on their first month of 2023, as well as ask 5 life changing questions. Tune in to hear the though provoking questions that can impact your life TODAY.    BOOKS WE LOVEFirst Things First by Stephen Covey Atomic Habits by James Clear Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch    BREAK FREE RESOURCES Click here to book a FREE Strategy Session with Kels Click here to get the Journal Prompts + 30...
Published 02/21/23
In today's episode of Embracing the Gray, Vic and Kels reflect on their top 3 lessons they have learned throughout 2022, as well as, recognize how each other has really grown in this last year.    BOOKS WE LOVE Atomic Habits by James Clear Intuitive Eating by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch    BREAK FREE RESOURCES Click here to book a FREE Strategy Session with Kels Click here to get the Journal Prompts + 30 Self-Love Affirmations    STAY CONNECTED WITH US! Rediscover You- Healthy, Fit,...
Published 12/27/22